The show goes on at local movie theaters as Pensylvania continues to reopen

 Posted on May 19, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  553 words  |  Brenda Moya

Cambria County, Pa. (WJAC) — While staying at home for weeks throughout the coronavirus pandemic many people have enjoyed their fair share of movies on the small screen. As counties now move into the green phase of the states reopening plan, you can now enjoy a movie on the big screen again as theatres start to reopen. Richland Cinemas in Cambria County has started a slow phased reopening as they adjust to guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and The Westwood Plaza Theatre is on its way to opening soon. [Read More]

Annual Jackson Heritage Festival not happening this year, official says

 Posted on May 18, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  89 words  |  Brenda Moya

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WJAC) — The future of what’s become a Jackson Township summer staple looks to be uncertain. According to Township Manager David Hirko, the Jackson Heritage Festival will not be happening this year. Hirko says he’s close to retiring, so this year he stepped down from being the event’s lead organizer, and no one stepped up to take over the planning process. The annual festival was held for 15 years in Veterans Memorial Park near the Jackson Township Senior Center and fire hall in Cambria County. [Read More]

Bedford County Historical Society hosts traveling WWII exhibit

 Posted on May 18, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  357 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) -- The Heinz History Center's traveling World War II exhibit is on display inside the Bedford County Historical Society, the furthest east the exhibit will go. “We’ve had quite a few from the Heinz History Center,” said Gillian Leach, the historical society’s executive director. “Right now, they are offering their World War II, 'We Can Do It' exhibit. It’s our turn to have it.” The exhibit highlights the important role Western Pennsylvania played in industrial efforts during the war and the heroics of men like Johnstown native Michael Strank, who helped raise the flag on Iwo Jima. [Read More]

DuBois couple charged for multiple armed robberies in Blair Co. with infant in car, police say

 Posted on May 18, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  270 words  |  Christie Applegate

Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities say a DuBois couple is behind bars following a pair of armed robberies in Blair County earlier this week. Police say Amber Herren and Joseph Mazza are accused of robbing the Unique Tobacco Store, located along Valley View Blvd. in Altoona, early Monday morning. Authorities say the couple was then accused of robbing the Dollar General Store located along Tyrone Pike, approximately two hours later. [Read More]

Man who pleaded guilty to fatally striking PSU jogger is no longer in the US

 Posted on May 18, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  218 words  |  Brenda Moya

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Federal authorities say the man who pleaded guilty to fatally striking a fellow Penn State student with his car is no longer in the United States after being granted what is termed "voluntary departure." Ahmed Alqubaisi was charged last September after police say he reportedly lost control of his vehicle and struck 25-year-old Lovisa Arnesson-Cronhamre, who was jogging along Park Avenue, near Penn State’s campus. [Read More]

Nardecchia Spay and Neuter Fund hosts first ever Vendor Fair and Basket Raffle

 Posted on May 18, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  231 words  |  Christie Applegate

The Nardecchia Spay and Neuter Fund helps low income people get their animals or strays spayed and neutered in Cambria, Somerset, and Blair county. They service between 1500 and 2000 animals every year for several years now. Fundraising is a crucial part of their ability to continue to provide services and that’s why they had over 40 vendors in the galleria today as well as a basket raffle and even some kitties that are ready to be adopted. [Read More]

Woman in custody after stabbing man at Minersville club

 Posted on May 18, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  197 words  |  Christie Applegate

UPDATE | Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Johnstown police confirmed to 6 News that a woman was taken into custody on Saturday following the stabbing incident at the Minersville PNA. Authorities say the woman reportedly stabbed a male victim, who was transported to Conemaugh Hospital where he underwent surgery Saturday. Officials have not provided an update on his condition and the identity of the woman has not yet been released. ORIGINAL | Johnstown police said they are investigating a stabbing in the Minersville section of the city. [Read More]

Consumers' outlook on the economy continues to contrast with the data

 Posted on May 17, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  681 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

WASHINGTON (TND) — Americans are uncertain about the future of the economy with higher prices outweighing stable job growth and opportunities for people to make more money when they think about the financial future of the U.S. Measurements of consumer attitudes toward the economy are bringing conflicting thought trains in recent months. Surveys have found that despite feeling good about their personal finances or local economies, a majority of Americans see the U. [Read More]

Coroner IDs man killed in coal truck crash near Windber Stadium

 Posted on May 17, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  29 words  |  Delta Gatti

Coroner IDs man killed in coal truck crash near Windber Stadium

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Game commission warns Pa. hunters of harvesting in high-risk CWD states

 Posted on May 17, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  227 words  |  Brenda Moya

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Those who travel out of state to hunt deer, elk, mule deer or moose are being reminded they may not be able to bring the animal back without first removing carcass parts that are at high risk for chronic wasting disease. According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, by doing this, there is a reduced risk for spreading CWD to new areas in Pennsylvania. The Game Commission says there are now 25 states and three Canadian provinces from which high-risk parts cannot be imported into Pennsylvania. [Read More]