Critics demand ban on popular method over cancer risk concerns
Posted on May 30, 2024
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| Christie Applegate
WASHINGTON (TND) — A debate is brewing over decaf coffee, with critics calling for a ban on the most common method that uses a chemical. According to the government, this chemical, methylene chloride, can potentially increase your risk of developing cancer.
"Studies show that 70% of consumers of decaffeinated coffee are pregnant women or people with health conditions like heart disease, and because of that so many of these people already have other confounding health variables,"
[Read More]Danny Murtaugh on AAABA Tournament
Posted on May 30, 2024
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| Merlyn Hunt
JOHNSTOWN -- Baseball has changed over the past several decades. Rarely does a top-notch prospect go unnoticed. But back in the 1960s, scouts were just as much a part of the AAABA tournament as the players were.
In fact, the scouts had their own seating area behind home plate. And dozens of them would pack into the ballpark every year to watch the next crop of AAABA players and major league hopefuls.
[Read More]Former DuBois city manager, fellow city employee federally indicted on theft of funds
Posted on May 30, 2024
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| Delta Gatti
Clearfield Co., PA (WJAC) — Federal authorities announced Thursday that former DuBois city manager John "Herm" Suplizio, as well as a fellow city employee, have been indicted following an investigation into allegations that the two conspired to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars in city funds.
Investigators allege that from 2014 to 2022, Suplizio and 58-year-old Roberta Shaffer, who served as the city's secretary, conspired to "divert" city funds by using the city's tax identification number to create secret, personal bank accounts where the funds were deposited.
[Read More]Local reaction to new Boy Scouts name
Posted on May 30, 2024
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| Merlyn Hunt
Officials announced Tuesday that they’re changing the name Boy Scouts to Scouting America. This move towards gender inclusivity has seen mixed reactions from the public since its announcement.
The name Scouting America comes from an effort by officials to welcome “every youth and family in America.” This is a major move from the name Boy Scouts, which the organization has held for 114 years.
“What the scouting program provides is leadership opportunities, character development, and an outdoor experience.
[Read More]Man convicted of killing local high schooler on New Year's Day gets life in prison
Posted on May 30, 2024
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| Christie Applegate
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — A Johnstown man convicted of shooting and killing a local high schooler over two years ago was sentenced to life in prison on Monday.
In February, a jury found Qwante Rose guilty of first-degree murder in the slaying of 19-year-old Jaydin Sanderson on New Year's Day 2022.
Police say Sanderson's body was found inside a vehicle along Wood Street in the Hornerstown section of the city.
[Read More]'Better than any book:' Annual Vietnam War exhibit to be displayed at Bedford American Legion
Posted on May 29, 2024
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| Barrett Giampaolo
Bedford County, PA (WJAC) — "Better than any book you'll read."
That's what organizers are saying about a Vietnam War exhibit coming to the Bedford American Legion.
For the tenth year now, the Bedford County Vietnam Veterans Association is holding an exhibition of their personal effects from the war.
This year comes with a change of venue as the exhibit will be on display at the Bedford American Legion.
The purpose of the display is to educate the younger generations, mostly school students, about the veterans’ role in the Vietnam War.
[Read More]'Maya & Marty' aims to show variety still the spice of life
Posted on May 29, 2024
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| Merlyn Hunt
NEW YORK (AP) — If you doubt that Maya Rudolph and Martin Short are funny together indeed, a match made in heaven just recall their memorable number on the 40th anniversary special for "Saturday Night Live."
Rudolph revived her uncanny impersonation of Beyonce, resplendent in her lace bodysuit, her tresses billowing from a wind machine that threatened to blow Short offstage. Their duet was one of the highlights of the broadcast.
[Read More]Businessman will again seek to build casino near Gettysburg
Posted on May 29, 2024
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| Christie Applegate
GETTYSBURG, Pa. -- A Pennsylvania businessman wants to build a harness racing track and casino near Gettysburg, the site of the 1863 battle that turned the tide of the American Civil War.
David LeVan said Thursday he will apply for a harness racing license and a license to operate a casino with slots and table games.
The proposed location on about 700 acres is just east of where U.S. Route 15 crosses the Maryland-Pennsylvania line.
[Read More]Man faces murder charge in DUI crash death of 6-week-old
Posted on May 29, 2024
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| Brenda Moya
Perry County, PA — A Perry County man is facing murder charges for the death of a 6-week-old in a DUI crash on New Year's Eve, police say. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, troopers were called to a single vehicle crash in Greenwood Township, Perry County around 9:00 PM on December 31, 2021.
During the investigation, police say it was discovered Kevin Kissinger was intoxicated at the time of the crash.
[Read More]Suspicious death in Adams Township prompts multi-agency investigation
Posted on May 29, 2024
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| Delta Gatti
ADAMS TWP., CAMBRIA CO., Pa. (WJAC) – 2nd UPDATE |
Officials have released more information surrounding the suspicious death in Adams Township Saturday morning.
According to the coroner's office, the victim has been identified as David Comar, 53, and that his death has been ruled a homicide.
Chief Deputy Coroner Joe Hribar stated that Comar died of multiple gunshot wounds.
Cambria County District Attorney Greg Neugebauer said this is the first homicide in Adams Township since 2007.
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