Penn State Trustee May Be Removed
The Penn State Board of Trustees is considering the removal of Barry Fenchak, an alumni-elected trustee, following a review of a code of conduct violation. The Governance Committee has recommended his removal after Fenchak allegedly violated professionalism standards during a verbal interaction with a staff member. This recommendation will be presented to the full board, […]
Read MoreSchool Threat Leads to Arrest
Perry County District Attorney F. Clay Merris announced an investigation into an online threat targeting the Susquenita School District. The threat, reported yesterday, prompted a swift response from the Pennsylvania State Police. Authorities have identified a juvenile, connected to the school district, as the source of the threat and have taken that individual into custody. […]
Read MoreJuniata Christian School Auction Planned for October
Juniata Christian School in McAlisterville is gearing up for its annual benefit auction on October 4 and 5 at Lost Creek Community Park. The event this year, running from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on October 4 and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on October 5, features a variety of activities including food trucks, a […]
Read MoreMifflin Cheerleaders “all Americans”
Three members of the Mifflin County High cheerleading squad have earned All-American status and, with that, comes a trip to Disney this fall. Alex Koch says the girls are all pretty proud of their accomplishment.. Koch, along with fellow seniors Cameron Witters and Myah Bunch are accepting donations to help them reach their goal of […]
Read MoreErb Appointed to School Board
The Mifflin County School Board has appointed Brent Erb to fill a vacant seat, following a special voting meeting on Thursday. Erb, a 27-year resident of Mifflin County, will serve until November 2025, completing the term of the late Fredrick Nickel. The board voted 6-2 in favor of Erb after interviewing six candidates. During his […]
Read MoreBelleville Man Jailed After Year Long Crime Spree
A man from Belleville is facing multiple theft charges after allegedly breaking into several vehicles in the area. 20-year-old John Michaud was arrested after police tracked him down using an AirTag from a stolen wallet. Michaud is accused of stealing items like wallets, gift cards, and shoes from cars on multiple occasions between September 2023 […]
Read MoreHigh Speed Chase Ends with Arrest
A McClure man is facing over three dozen charges after leading police on a high-speed chase through Derry Township. 39 year old Charles Hampton Jr. reached speeds of 120 mph on his motorcycle, ignoring traffic signals and driving on the wrong side of the road. The pursuit ended when Hampton crashed into a yard and […]
Read MoreMifflin County Academy of Science and Technology Remains Closed
The Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology remains closed following the discovery of asbestos in a classroom last week. The closure came after a construction trades class removed a chalkboard, revealing asbestos levels exceeding safe limits. Superintendent Vance Varner says 15 samples from various areas of the building, including air ducts, are currently being […]
Read MoreSpaghetti Dinner to Support School Lunch Program
Granville United Methodist Church will host a spaghetti dinner benefit this Saturday to support the Strodes Mills Elementary School Power Pack Lunch Program. The event will be held Saturday from 3 to 6PM at the church, and it aims to raise funds for the program, which provides weekend meals and snacks for students in need. […]
Read MoreTraffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrests
A traffic stop on US Highway 322 in Derry Township last Saturday, led to the arrest of three people who police say were involved in drug distribution. Acting on a tip about drug activity at the Crown Motel, Regional Officers and the Mifflin County Drug Task Force conducted surveillance and stopped a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. […]
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