Could natural gas prices decrease in PA? Peoples files request with PUC to lower costs

 Posted on April 25, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  339 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

(WJAC) — Could the cost of natural gas be decreasing in Pennsylvania? The Peoples Natural Gas Division filed a request with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) to do just that. Studies show last year, the production of natural gas in Pennsylvania fell at the same time prices continued to rise. If this request is approved, officials say we could see prices fall in October of this year, saving customers hundreds of dollars. [Read More]

Gym memberships on the rise with New Year resolutions to 'get fit'

 Posted on April 25, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  433 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Johnstown, Pa — The gym might be a busier scene than typical in the coming days — as many make the new years resolution to ‘get fit’. Reports show improving finances, mental health, and fitness are among the most common new year resolutions Kelly Morgan, the owner of Morgainz Fitness in Cambria county says she is expecting an increase of members to join the gym as 2024 is right around the corner. [Read More]

Krispy Kreme warns of fake viral coupon

 Posted on April 25, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  130 words  |  Brenda Moya

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) -- Remember, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Doughnuts are no exception. A coupon offering one free box of Krispy Kreme donuts is being shared on social media with a frenzy, but the coupon that has Krispy Kreme's logo, box of donuts, and a bar code, is fake. The coupon is promoted on a Facebook page titled "Freebies & Giveaways," which tells users to " [Read More]

Nursing facility fires 3 workers charged with abusing patients

 Posted on April 25, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  366 words  |  Delta Gatti

BROOKVILLE - Three people are facing charges in Jefferson County after they were accused of abusing elderly patients at a nursing facility. Haley Shirey, 20, of Strattenville, and Hannah Shirey, 20, of Strattenville, are facing multiple charges including strangulation, neglect of a care-dependent person, recklessly endangering another person, simple assault and harassment. Rebekah Call, 20, of Strattenville, is facing conspiracy to commit those charges. According to court documents, police said a caregiver in training reported abuse toward two residents at Laurelbrooke Landing in Brookville. [Read More]

Bedford chef creates giant Gingerbread Village at Omni Bedford Springs Resort

 Posted on April 24, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  193 words  |  Delta Gatti

Bedford County, PA (WJAC) — A massive gingerbread village just inside the Omni Bedford Springs Resort isn't meant for eating, just enjoying. The resort's pastry chef was challenged to outdo the house he made last year, and he did just that with a Christmas wonderland. The full display is 34 feet wide and 12 feet tall. Forty-five students at the Bedford County Technical Center built the framework. He and his staff then went to work adding the 6,800 bricks made from 240 pounds of gingerbread dough, 60 pounds of royal icing, 40 pounds of marshmallow, 360 chocolate bars, 100 York peppermint patties and 1,400 peppermints. [Read More]

Cambria City's Ethnic Fest returns to celebrate local heritage and community

 Posted on April 24, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  335 words  |  Delta Gatti

Cambria City’s Ethnic Fest is back again this Labor Day weekend. The Cambria City Ethnic Fest happens each year on Labor Day weekend in the Cambria City section of Johnstown. This free event aims to celebrate and pay homage to our city and its beginnings by bringing together families and friends to share in Johnstown’s rich history while engaging with the different cultures that make up our community. “It’s an opportunity for the community members to come together and celebrate their heritage," [Read More]

Jury returns verdict in trial of suspended Somerset Co. DA Jeff Thomas

 Posted on April 24, 2024  |  43 minutes  |  8962 words  |  Christie Applegate

Somerset Co., PA (WJAC) — The trial for suspended Somerset County District Attorney Jeff Thomas, who is accused of sexual assault, is underway. DAY 7 (VERDICT):After nearly three hours of deliberating, the jury has returned the verdict in the trial of suspended Somerset County District Attorney Jeff Thomas. Thomas has been found not guilty on the most serious charges he faced, including sexual assault and aggravated indecent assault. The jury did find Thomas guilty of the other six charges he faced, which include strangulation (in conjunction with sexual violence), criminal trespass, unlawful restraint, indecent assault without consent, false imprisonment, and one count of simple assault. [Read More]

PIAA Wrestling State Championships

 Posted on April 24, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  240 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

HERSHEY, PA (WJAC) - Three local wrestlers left the Giant Center as state champions. In 2A, Forest Hill's Jackson Arrington won his 3rd PIAA Individual Wrestling State Championship on the mats of 152 lbs. In 3A, Central Mountain's Dalton Perry won gold at at 126 lbs. and State College's Pierson Manville won his first state title at 138 lbs. Over 20 wrestlers left with medals in both 2A and 3A. The full list of medalists can be found below. [Read More]

Southern Airways faces safety and pay concerns: County commissioner investigates claims

 Posted on April 24, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  320 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Jefferson County, PA — Since the Southern Airways training facility moved to the DuBois area, people like captain David Duvak, say they came to move forward in the aviation industry. He says he doesn't agree with some of southern airways’ safety practices. “Any time those captains needed a reason to delay a flight, or if we just couldn’t go for obvious weather hazard reasons, icing being one, we we’re kind of pushed to go. [Read More]

Walmart to eliminate 24-hour operations at 100 stores

 Posted on April 24, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  298 words  |  Christie Applegate

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. — Update: Walmart could not confirm what stores will be affected by this change. However locally, Punxsutawney Walmart says it will be closing from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. starting in April. The Walmart in Everett will also be affected by this change. Those not affected include the Walmart in Benner Pike Shops in Centre County plus locations in Ebensburg and Altoona. It's still not known whether the Walmarts in Johnstown, North Atherton Place in State College and Somerset will be affected. [Read More]