Category Archives: Local News
PUNXSUTAWNEY MAN ARRESTED FOR THROWING ROCKS AT BUSINESSES
A 22-year-old man from Punxsutawney, Dillon Pequeen, was arrested for throwing rocks at several businesses in Groundhog Plaza, causing thousands of dollars in damages. In a WTAJ News article, Police r...
Apr 11, 2024
DUBOIS AREA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ARRESTED FOR STEALING FROM SCHOOL SAFE
A senior at DuBois Area High School, Colton Barrett, was arrested for stealing over $2,000 from the school's safe. WJAC News reports surveillance footage showed Barrett acting suspiciously before the ...
Apr 11, 2024
DAYTON MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY THREATENING WOMAN, HIGH-SPEED ATV CHASE
A Dayton man was arrested after allegedly threatening a woman and leading police on a high-speed ATV chase in Porter Township. According to ExploreJeffersonPA.com, police responded to reports of 60-ye...
Apr 11, 2024
PA RESIDENTS HAVE UNTIL MONDAY TO REGISTER FOR PRIMARY ELECTION
Pennsylvania residents have until Monday to register for the primary election. Balloting will take place April 23 for local state House races, Congressional campaigns, and various referendum questions...
Apr 11, 2024
UNITED SCHOOL BOARD APPROVED AGREEMENT AND PURCHASE FOR UPCOMING RENOVATIONS
On Tuesday, the United School Board met and approved another agreement and purchase for the upcoming renovations at the district's buildings. Superintendent Dr. Richard Lucas said that this was the fi...
Apr 10, 2024
PUNXSUTAWNEY ROTARY CLUB RADIO AUCTION GEARING UP
The Punxsutawney Rotary Club's Radio Auction is gearing up with donations from over 285 merchants and individuals. Today's Punxsutawney Spirit says, that with items worth over $38,000, including gift ...
Apr 10, 2024
PENN STATE DUBOIS HOST EARTH DAY CELEBRATION APRIL 16
Penn State DuBois is hosting an Earth Day celebration on April 16 featuring educational exhibits and local businesses showcasing sustainability efforts. The event, sponsored by the Green Team, is free...
Apr 10, 2024
OVER 1.3 MILLION VOTERS CAN'T PARTICIPATE IN APRIL 23 PRIMARIES
In Pennsylvania, over 1.3 million voters can't participate in the Democratic or Republican primaries on April 23rd due to the closed primary system. According to a publication from Spotlight PA Effort...
Apr 10, 2024
STATE OFFICIALS AWARDED GRANTS TO STUDENTS TO ADVANCE MANUFACTURING INNOVATIONS
State officials have awarded more than three million dollars in grants to students to advance manufacturing Innovations. The 45 research projects are meant to spur new methods in manufacturing in area...
Apr 10, 2024
BROOKVILLE MAN FACES CHARGES AFTER ALLEGEDLY FLEEING CRASH SCENE
24-year-old Joseph A. Polito of Brookville faces charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of a DUI-related crash in Rose Township on March 11th. State Police filed charges against him after finding h...
Apr 10, 2024
