'Changing the narrative:' Moxham community members highlight the positive

 Posted on June 20, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  328 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Community members in the Moxham section of Johnstown -- which they say is known for having a "bad reputation" -- are trying to change that narrative. Camillya Taylor is a business owner in Moxham and said she loves going to work every day in the historic district. "There's so many great people over here. There's so many great things going on," she told 6 News. " [Read More]

Allegheny County police searching for baby boy they say could be in danger

 Posted on June 20, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  31 words  |  Brenda Moya

Allegheny County police searching for baby boy they say could be in danger

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Johnstown Richland Rams | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

 Posted on June 20, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  228 words  |  Christie Applegate

Johnstown Richland Rams | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 07:23:00 GMT (1717572180912) Section - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 RICHLAND RAMS hace 3 años Ken Lantzy All-Star Classic returns to Trojan StadiumJOHNSTOWN -- The Ken Lantzy All-Star Football Game returned to Trojan Stadium in Johnstown Friday night after a year off due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The North took a 13-0 lead into the half, and prevailed 20-0 over the South. [Read More]

Mystery snake found in Manheim, usually found thousands of miles from PA

 Posted on June 20, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  130 words  |  Delta Gatti

Lancaster County, PA — A surprising call for one Pennsylvania animal rescue over the weekend, when a 'mystery' snake turned up in Manheim, Lancaster County. The Forgotten Friend Animal Rescue says it got a call about the snake who had shown up in the same place four days in a row. The animal rescue says pictures indicated it was a snake usually found thousands of miles from Pennsylvania. And sure enough, when they arrived, the reptile was a California Kingsnake. [Read More]

USC protest encampment cleared, arrests made at University of Virginia

 Posted on June 20, 2024  |  6 minutes  |  1194 words  |  Delta Gatti

Students protesting the ongoing war in Gaza left a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Southern California early Sunday after they were surrounded by police and told they could face arrest if they didn't go. The move, days before commencement was set to begin, came after the university said campus safety officers, assisted by the Los Angeles Police Department, were clearing the area. If you are in the center of campus, please leave. [Read More]

'Some were shaken up:' Employee reacts to shooting at Punxsutawney Walmart

 Posted on June 19, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  241 words  |  Delta Gatti

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — It’s been more than 24 hours since police say one man was shot dead during a fight between two brothers in the Walmart parking lot along Route 119 in Young Township, Jefferson County. As of Tuesday afternoon, there appears to be no criminal charges against the suspect, and information about what happened remains very limited. 6 News reached out to the coroner’s office for the identity of the victim but were told to talk to state police. [Read More]

'Workforce of the future:' PA Lt. Gov. headlines final day of Aerium Summit

 Posted on June 19, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  223 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Thursday was the last day of the Aerium Summit at the John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, which featured Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis speaking at the event. Lt. Gov. Davis is also the chair of the Pennsylvania chapter of the Aerospace States Association. Davis says he wants to support growing industries in the Commonwealth, like aerospace and aviation, to compete with nearby states like Ohio and West Virginia. [Read More]

Australian surfer has close encounter with humpback whale

 Posted on June 19, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  82 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Sydney, Australia — An Australian 'wing surfer' survived a frightening collision, and it's a good thing that he was recording his ride, because who would have believed him? Jason Breen is seen catching a nice ride when suddenly, a humpback whale leaps out of the water. Jason was dragged beneath the surface but managed to escape without any serious damage. He says he's fortunate that the whale was a juvenile, because it could have ended very differently with a fully-grown humpback. [Read More]

Central PA organization prepares for 'Festival of Trees' event in Centre Co.

 Posted on June 19, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  81 words  |  Delta Gatti

STATE COLLEGE, Pa (WJAC) — Trees were set up Wednesday at the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology ahead of the Festival of Trees in State College. The festival runs from this Friday, Dec. 13, through Sunday Dec. 15, however, the trees will be lit on Thursday. There will also be food and entertainment available. The cost is $2 for adults and $1 for children. Proceeds will help support Centre County United Way partner agencies and CPI student organizations. [Read More]

Johnstown staple Miller's Clothing recognized for more than 100 years of business

 Posted on June 19, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  98 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

JOHNSTOWN, Pa (WJAC) — A company that's served the Johnstown area for about 130 years will receive an award in Chicago on Saturday. Miller's of Johnstown got the recognition from an online publication, M-R magazine, for being one of only 12 clothing stores around the country to be open for more than 100 years. One of the co-owners of Miller's, Taylor Clark, says the company has business practices that have helped it stay open for decades. [Read More]