Son of former Steelers player, Johnstown native arrested in Westmoreland Co. drug bust
Posted on May 20, 2024
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| Barrett Giampaolo
Westmoreland Co., PA — Authorities say a Johnstown man was arrested Wednesday in Westmoreland County after attacking and injuring an officer during a drug bust.
Police say Cortez Haselrig, the son of Johnstown native and former Pittsburgh Steeler Carlton Haselrig, was taken into custody at the Giant Eagle parking lot in Ligonier.
Authorities say Haselrig was in possession of approximately 50 grams of raw fentanyl.
Authorities say police also searched his Johnstown home, located along the 100 block of Churchill Street, and found even more fentanyl.
[Read More]The Cow reopens after year-long hiatus
Posted on May 20, 2024
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| Merlyn Hunt
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — "The Cow" -- which has sat off Route 56 in Pleasantville for over 60 years -- just began their very busy 2021 season.
"When we opened this year, it's been unreal," said Co-Owner Linda Claycomb.
"At times, there's an hour wait for food. Unless they have something going on, they will wait."
Part of the reason: customers missed it.
Last year, COVID made them close up shop.
[Read More]Woman dies after crash on RT 322 in Philipsburg
Posted on May 20, 2024
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| Christie Applegate
PHILIPSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Philipsburg.
Pennsylvania State Police in Rockview identified the victim as Taylor Harpster, 27, of Philipsburg.
The crash between an SUV and tractor trailer happened around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Railroad Street and East Pine Street in Philipsburg Borough.
Police said Harpster failed to negotiate a curve and crossed the center line hitting the tractor trailer head on.
[Read More]Brookville Behavioral Health issues statement after arrest of co-founder
Posted on May 19, 2024
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| Brenda Moya
by Matthew Stevens
Mon, March 5th 2018 at 9:27 AMUpdated Mon, March 5th 2018 at 9:31 AM
In a statement sent out Friday, officials said that they are "surprised and dismayed" about the charges filed against 56-year-old Glenn Tetro. (Jefferson County Jail)
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Disney On Ice in Johnstown
Posted on May 19, 2024
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| Barrett Giampaolo
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Disney on Ice – Worlds of Enchantment is coming to Johnstown. The Feld Entertainment production will be at the 1st Summit Arena @ Cambria County War Memorial from Jan. 9-12.
According to Chelsea Ridley, a Disney on Ice ensemble skater, the audience can expect to see characters from "Cars," "Frozen," "The Little Mermaid," "Toy Story" and more. She said this is the first show to feature "
[Read More]FDA lists dog food brands linked to heart disease
Posted on May 19, 2024
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| Barrett Giampaolo
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Food and Drug Administration wants pet owners to be aware of what's in their dog's food and how it could impact their pet's health.
It's continuing to investigate a connection to certain dog food ingredients and canine heart disease.
Many of the foods that are being investigated are labeled as grain free with main ingredients like peas, lentils and potatoes.
The investigation started in July 2018.
[Read More]Former student who admitted to vandalizing Nittany Lion statue ordered to complete probation program
Posted on May 19, 2024
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| Brenda Moya
Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — A former Penn State student who was charged last year with vandalizing the Nittany Lion statue at the University Park campus has been approved for an ARD probation program in Centre County court.
Police say Julia Cipparulo admitted to breaking off one of the lion's ears and splashing red paint on it.
Officials say the court program also requires Cipparulo to undergo a mental health evaluation and pay nearly $42,000 in restitution to the university.
[Read More]PennDOT lifts speed restrictions on area roadways
Posted on May 19, 2024
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| Barrett Giampaolo
UPDATE |PennDOT has lifted the temporary speed restrictions that it had issued earlier Tuesday for several area highways.
ORIGINAL | As more winter weather moves through the region Tuesday, PennDOT has issued several speed reductions for multiple area roadways.
PennDOT is also advising motorists to avoid unnecessary travel.
Officials say speeds have been reduced to 45 mph on the following roadways:
The entirety of Interstate 99Route 22/322 between I-99 and Route 17 -- MillerstownPennDOT has also reduced the speed limit to 45 mph on Interstate 80 in Jefferson and Clarion counties.
[Read More]Theo Johnson's controversial punch at fraternity party
Posted on May 19, 2024
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| Barrett Giampaolo
The Penn State football team off to another fine season, back in the national spotlight.
As we’ve seen over the years, that spotlight can follow players off the field as well.
Earlier this year, we heard about an incident involving one of the star players, where a punch was thrown, and charges filed.
What really happened, and what was the follow up?
Number 84 for Penn State is Theo Johnson.
[Read More]'Prices doubled:' Local soup kitchens, food distribution centers impacted by inflation
Posted on May 18, 2024
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| Merlyn Hunt
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — While supply chain issues and inflation have impacted several businesses in our area, local food distribution centers are not immune.
Leaders with the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen in Johnstown say it costs them twice as much to pay for a meal for one person.
That's post-COVID compared to pre-COVID.
"I think there's just a need for food, and there's a hunger out there, so people come,"
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