Johnstown man sentenced up to 3 years in prison for stealing over $30K worth of drugs from local pha

 Posted on May 30, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  201 words  |  Brenda Moya

Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — A Johnstown man who admitted to stealing over $30,000 worth of narcotics from a local pharmacy was sentenced this week. Officials say Matthew Miller appeared in court on Tuesday where he was sentenced to serve 18 to 36 months in the Cambria County Prison. Miller pleaded guilty to one felony count of obtaining possession of a controlled substance by misrepresentation in December. Police charged Miller in 2022 after he reportedly admitted to stealing over $30,000 worth of narcotics from the Martella's Pharmacy location, where he was previously employed. [Read More]

Sen. Bob Menendez reveals his wife has breast cancer during trial

 Posted on May 30, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  566 words  |  Christie Applegate

NEW YORK (AP) — Sen. Bob Menendez said Thursday that his wife has breast cancer and will require a mastectomy, a revelation made just as the presentation of evidence began at his New York bribery trial. The New Jersey Democrat said he was revealing his wife's health crisis at her request after repeated inquiries from the media. "We are, of course, concerned about the seriousness and advanced stage of the disease," [Read More]

State College man found with child porn on his phone; claimed he sexually abused toddler

 Posted on May 30, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  150 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities say a Centre County man is behind bars after police allegedly found dozens of child pornography files on his phone. In late March, police began investigating 28-year-old William Welsh after a witness disclosed an alleged sexual assault. According to the affidavit, Welsh reportedly told the witness that he had sexually abused a 2-year-old boy whom he was babysitting. Police say the witness also reported that Welsh had child porn on his computer that he planned to delete. [Read More]

Staying Aware: Cambria-Somerset COVID-19 Task Force

 Posted on May 30, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  115 words  |  Brenda Moya

Sinclair’s local news teams and Staying Aware bring the health issues impacting millions of Americans to the forefront. Our short segments educate, inform, and raise awareness about health-related situations ranging from fighting cancer to seasonal affective disorder. Being aware of the signs and symptoms of health challenges is important. Staying Aware shines a spotlight on a different health concern each month, connecting viewers with the up-to-date information and resources they need. [Read More]

Annual Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous returns in Elk County, with some changes

 Posted on May 29, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  135 words  |  Christie Applegate

Elk County, PA (WJAC) — The annual Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous kicked off Wednesday in Ridgway. The event runs through Sunday afternoon. Organizers say 90 carvers, from countries around the world, will be making elaborate pieces out of wood for visitors to enjoy. In addition to live carvings, there are craft vendors, food booths, wineries, and breweries, as well as music. New this year is a $5 admission fee for adults, but kids are free. [Read More]

Five residents displaced following house fire in Brookville

 Posted on May 29, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  27 words  |  Delta Gatti

Officials: Five residents displaced following house fire in Brookville

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Judge issues filing extension in Centre County mail-in ballot challenge

 Posted on May 29, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  323 words  |  Christie Applegate

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Centre County's "ballot battle" moved into court on Thursday, with attorneys on both sides saying it’s an issue "with a sizeable potential impact" as we head into the November general election. In Thursday’s court hearing, it’s evident that election laws, especially those pertaining to mail-in ballots, are open to interpretation. The case centers on 95 mail-in ballots, from the recent primary election, that have been challenged as to whether they're valid ballots due to problems with how they were dated. [Read More]

Month of activities planned as restoration continues for East Broad Top Railroad

 Posted on May 29, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  345 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

ROCKHILL FURNACE, Pa. (WJAC) — Railroads and their development have played a significant role in our region's history and development. In Huntingdon County, the restoration and revitalization of the East Broad Top Railroad remains on track. The East Broad Top in its earliest day in the 1800’s directly tied to the foundation of Pennsylvania’s industrial history -- it was a coal hauling rail line. Over the years, there was transformation. In the 1960’s it became a tourist railroad, with an eye on restoration – to preserve the national historic landmark. [Read More]

Police capture wanted Punxsy man accused of firing shot inside Indiana Co. apartment

 Posted on May 29, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  138 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Indiana County, PA (WJAC) — State police say authorities have captured a Punxsutawney man who was accused of firing a shot at another man inside an Indiana County apartment last week. Troopers say 27-year-old Storm Armagost was arrested Wednesday morning by the state police Fugitive Apprehension Unit. Investigators say troopers were dispatched on the night of Sept. 28th for reports of a shooting at an apartment along South 3rd Street in White Township. [Read More]

Road Trippin' PA: Horseshoe Curve

 Posted on May 29, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  631 words  |  Delta Gatti

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — 6 News has kicked off our summer series “Road Trippin', giving you a chance to see some of the unique sites in our coverage area. Our first trip is to the Horseshoe Curve which is a National Historic Landmark. Below, the museum curator lays out all the new exhibits that were created during the pandemic. The Curve opened up on February 15, 1854. Before that, if you wanted to travel from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, you had to use the mainline of public works with the Allegheny Portage Railroad, here locally. [Read More]