Johnstown building now housing game & hobby shop, studio space and wellness center

 Posted on April 15, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  123 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — A grand opening celebration was held Tuesday for the opening of another Johnstown business. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for Bridge and Rising Studio and Lofts, located on Clinton Street. Owner Serena Bridges says the building was completely empty when she bought it several months ago. Now, three businesses occupy the space. On the first floor is game and hobby shop "Wolves and Wyverns" Located on the second floor is a studio space that can be rented for classes, workshops, or other events. [Read More]

Longtime Steelers assistant coach John Mitchell retires after 29 years with team

 Posted on April 15, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  384 words  |  Christie Applegate

Pittsburgh (WJAC) — The Pittsburgh Steelers announced that longtime assistant head coach John Mitchell is retiring after 29 years with the Black & Gold. Prior to serving under head coaches Bill Cowher and Mike Tomlin, Mitchell, an Alabama native, spent several years as an assistant for the University of Alabama, as well as at the University of Arkansas and LSU. "I'm grateful to the Rooney family for the wonderful opportunity to coach and work for the Steelers for nearly 30 years," [Read More]

Penn State sorority loses recognition due to hazing

 Posted on April 15, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  202 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

UNIVERSITY PARK - A Penn State sorority has lost its recognition for at least three years after the university conducted an investigation into hazing. The Alpha Chi Omega sorority had its recognition revoked by its national chapter Wednesday. "Upon learning of the highly disturbing allegations of hazing, Alpha Chi Omega deployed a team of professional staff members and volunteers to the campus to investigate further," read a release from officials with the Alpha Chi Omega national office. [Read More]

150 animals rescued from Washington, Westmoreland County properties

 Posted on April 14, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  252 words  |  Delta Gatti

(WJAC) — Authorities say 150 animals were rescued from two residential properties in in Washington and Westmoreland counties in what humane society officials are calling an alleged large-scale neglect situation. The Washington Area Humane Society, with the assistance of the Humane Society of the United States, seized 150 cats, kittens, dogs and chickens. According to the Humane Society of the United States, local authorities served search and seizure warrants on two residential properties early Wednesday morning. [Read More]

6 News Anchor Tim Rigby honored for distinguished career in broadcasting

 Posted on April 14, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  132 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

(WJAC) — Our friend and colleague Tim Rigby was honored Saturday night for his outstanding service to broadcasting. He was officially inducted into the Silver Circle Society by the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. The award recognizes significant contributions made by selected individuals who have been in television news for 25 years or more. Rigby, a Ferndale native and graduate of the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, began his career at WJAC-TV in 1981. [Read More]

Altoona VA receives national award for 'Best Patient Experience'

 Posted on April 14, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  204 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — The James E. van Zandt VA medical center received an award for "Best Patient Experience" from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The facility scored the highest in the nation for patient experience, trust and best place to work, with a top overall combined experience score. Sigrid Andrew, the VA medical center director said that the medical center was honored to receive the award. She said this shows the team's spirit and commitment to making sure veterans are taken care of. [Read More]

Fan misses Beyonc's Seattle show after airline says they can't fit his wheelchair

 Posted on April 14, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  31 words  |  Delta Gatti

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Logan Valley Mall has been sold

 Posted on April 14, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  144 words  |  Delta Gatti

ALTOONA – The Logan Valley Mall is about to get a new owner. Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust announced in a news that, "A purchase and sale agreement has been executed with a significant non-refundable deposit and closing anticipated during the third quarter.” PREIT did not reveal the buyer or the purchase price for the mall. Officials said it is one of three transactions that will net approximately $75 million toward the company’s outlined capital plan. [Read More]

Thomas Team Honda high school football team of the week: Bishop McCort Crushers

 Posted on April 14, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  63 words  |  Christie Applegate

JOHNSTOWN -- Bishop McCort stormed back in the city game behind a heroic effort from quarterback Will Miller to stun Johnstown 24-21 this past Friday night.

The win was the Crushers first in five years against the host Trojans.

For their efforts, Bishop McCort is the Thomas Team Honda high school football team of the week for week 6 of the season.

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Bedford County Historical Society hosts traveling WWII exhibit

 Posted on April 13, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  357 words  |  Brenda Moya

BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) -- The Heinz History Center's traveling World War II exhibit is on display inside the Bedford County Historical Society, the furthest east the exhibit will go. “We’ve had quite a few from the Heinz History Center,” said Gillian Leach, the historical society’s executive director. “Right now, they are offering their World War II, 'We Can Do It' exhibit. It’s our turn to have it.” The exhibit highlights the important role Western Pennsylvania played in industrial efforts during the war and the heroics of men like Johnstown native Michael Strank, who helped raise the flag on Iwo Jima. [Read More]