Man accused in assaults on trail now charged in 2003 rape, murder of Philadelphia medical student

 Posted on April 18, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  381 words  |  Christie Applegate

PHILADELPHA (AP) — A man accused of slashing people with a large knife while riding a bicycle on a trail in Philadelphia in recent weeks has been formally charged in the cold-case rape and slaying of a medical student that occurred among a series of high-profile sexual assaults in a large city park two decades ago. Elias Diaz, 46, was arraigned Wednesday on murder, rape and other counts in the 2003 slaying of Rebecca Park. [Read More]

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

 Posted on April 18, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  231 words  |  Brenda Moya

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]

Plans unveiled for new skatepark in Centre County

 Posted on April 18, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  260 words  |  Christie Applegate

Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Plans for a new skatepark in Centre County are taking shape and it's the latest development in decades of roller sports history in the county, a history that has ties to skateboarding making its debut in last year's Olympic games. The nearly two-million-dollar skatepark is targeted for High Point Park in State College, located off of West Whitehall Road. “It’s going to bring a lot of attention to the sport of skateboarding, especially in Centre County. [Read More]

Several crews battle early morning house fire in Southmont Borough

 Posted on April 18, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  79 words  |  Delta Gatti

Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Cambria County dispatchers say several crews were called to an early morning house fire in Southmont Borough Wednesday. 911 officials say crews were dispatched just before 1 a.m. to a home along the 200 block of State Street. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Crews from Southmont, West Hills, Upper Yoder, Johnstown and Cover Hill were all on scene, as well as Hilltop and 7th Ward EMS. [Read More]

Police in Michigan rescue 22 canines from suspected dog fighting ring

 Posted on April 17, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  127 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

MUSKEGON HEIGHTS, Mich. (WWMT) — Police in Michigan rescued more than 20 canines from an alleged dog fighting ring on Friday. After investigating four residences in Muskegon Heights and one in Norton Shores, officers from the Muskegon Heights Police Department rescued 22 dogs and recovered one that was deceased, authorities said in a news release. Police arrested four people, three of which are charged with dog fighting and one had a warrant for their arrest, according to MHPD. [Read More]

PSU trustees expected to make 'big decision' on next phase of Beaver Stadium project

 Posted on April 17, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  333 words  |  Delta Gatti

University Park, PA (WJAC) — A "big decision" is expected this week on the future of Penn State's Beaver Stadium. The university's trustees are slated to vote on a renovation plan that's expected to cost hundreds of millions of dollars, and there are already questions about where Penn State is going to come up with that kind of money. Beaver Stadium’s current construction zone is work that is being funded by a $70 million allocation approved by the Penn State trustees last year. [Read More]

Sinclair Cares: Summer Diaper Drive

 Posted on April 17, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  23 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Sinclair Cares: Summer Diaper Drive

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Train carrying hazardous materials derails in Pennsylvania prompting evacuations

 Posted on April 17, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  175 words  |  Brenda Moya

WASHINGTON (TND) — Homes were evacuated in Pennsylvania Monday morning after a train carrying hazardous materials derailed. A 40-car CSX freight train derailed in Montgomery County just before 5 a.m. causing emergency crews to respond to Whitemarsh Township, according to CBS News. CSX said at least 16 cars went off the tracks but officials alter confirmed 15 cars derailed. Precautionary evacuations have occurred at the residents and businesses closest to the scene. [Read More]

Water main break disrupts businesses, tourist attractions in Atlanta, other areas

 Posted on April 17, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  217 words  |  Christie Applegate

ATLANTA (AP) — A water main break has interrupted water service and led to low water pressure in the city's downtown and other parts of Georgia's capital. Crews on Friday were “working aggressively” to make emergency repairs to the 32-inch water main, the Atlanta Department of Watershed Management said in a statement. Water service has been temporarily interrupted, affecting residents, businesses, and hydrants in the area,” the agency said.The Department of Watershed Management issued a boil water advisory for a large swath of metro Atlanta and asked the public to restrict water usage to allow the pressure in the system to rebuild. [Read More]

Woman reached speeds of 90 mph during chase that began in East Conemaugh

 Posted on April 17, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  273 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Summerhill woman is behind bars after leading police on a high-speed chase Wednesday evening. Police say the incident began around 7:15 p.m. when an officer with the East Conemaugh Borough police department approached a vehicle at the Water Works Car Wash. Authorities say the driver, later identified as 29-year-old Billie Jo Moyer, was reportedly showing evidence of drug use while parked inside the vehicle and the officer believed that she was overdosing. [Read More]