Fayette Carnival Returns Next Week
- Ed Histed
- July 23, 2024
Get set for the return of The Fayette Community Carnival next week with the theme “Off to the Races,” running from July 30 to August 3rd. The annual event supports local organizations and features a variety of activities each day. Highlights include live music performances by One Heart One Voice, Bella Donna, and Adam and […]
Read MoreBall Drop Event Friday at Lewistown Country Club
- Ed Histed
- July 23, 2024
This is something you don’t want to miss! The Lewistown Country Club is hosting its fourth annual Ball Drop fundraiser at 6 p.m. this Friday. The event, aimed at raising funds for course improvements, will feature up to 1,200 numbered golf balls dropped from a fire truck onto the course. Cash prizes will be awarded […]
Read MoreGuilty Verdict in Huntingdon County
- Ed Histed
- July 22, 2024
In Huntingdon County, Morico Johnson was found guilty of first-degree murder for a double homicide dating back to 2009. The jury deliberated briefly before returning the verdict. The defense argued that evidence was compromised and investigators’ memories were unclear, but multiple blood samples from the scene matched Johnson’s DNA. Johnson’s alibi was also deemed suspicious. […]
Read MorePennDot Announces the Weekly Work Lineup
- Ed Histed
- July 22, 2024
PennDOT has announced more maintenance activities in Juniata County scheduled for this week. Smokey Hollow Road in Tuscarora Township will see bridge work involving a detour. Miller Hill Road over a Doe Run tributary in Walker Township will be worked on with detours in place. Route 75 between Route 74 and Route 333 in Old […]
Read MoreRace Car Hauler Flips in Juniata County
- Ed Histed
- July 22, 2024
A race car hauler overturned on Route 322 westbound in Juniata County on Saturday around 4 p.m., injuring one person. The Mifflintown Hose Company responded to the scene, finding the truck on its side but with no entrapment. The injured occupant was taken to a local hospital. The truck belonged to Zemco Racing, a sprint […]
Read MoreMore Gambling Opportunities Are Getting Nearer
- Ed Histed
- July 19, 2024
Casino gambling is now one step closer for area residents… The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has affirmed the decision to award a casino license for the Nittany Mall project. The court upheld the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board’s 2020 decision to grant the license to Ira Lubert, dismissing challenges from rival bidder Stadium Casino. The $130 million […]
Read MoreMifflin Commissioners Renew Inmate Education Contract
- Ed Histed
- July 19, 2024
Mifflin County has renewed its contract with Tuscarora Intermediate Unit 11 to continue providing GED education for inmates at the Mifflin County Correctional Facility. The $7,500 agreement, now approved by county commissioners, will fund adult education and workforce services for the upcoming year. The GED program is seen as not only aiding inmates in obtaining […]
Read MoreMonthly Mifflin Police Report Issued
- Ed Histed
- July 18, 2024
The Mifflin County Regional Police Department reported 344 incidents in June. Officers investigated 17 cases of burglary, theft, or fraud, three assaults, and 14 motor vehicle accidents. They issued 23 traffic citations and two non-traffic citations, along with making four arrests for driving under the influence. The Mifflin County Regional Police Department serves Burnham Borough, […]
Read MorePennDot Adds Another Project in Juniata County
- Ed Histed
- July 18, 2024
Starting next Thursday, July 25, PennDOT will close Miller Hill Road in Walker Township, Juniata County, for a box culvert replacement project. The work will improve the condition of the structure spanning a tributary of Doe Run. Drivers will need to use a detour via Doe Run Road, Main Street, and Center Road until late […]
Read MoreJuniata Brush Fire
- Ed Histed
- July 17, 2024
Emergency crews in Juniata County were called into action to battle a massive brush fire yesterday. The blaze, which started just after 3PM, spread to over 50 acres, fueled by the dry conditions and wind. No injuries were reported. Firefighters overnight continued to extinguish hot spots. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Meanwhile, […]
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