Pittsburgh 'exploring possibility' of hosting 2021 MLB All-Star Game

 Posted on June 13, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  55 words  |  Delta Gatti

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PITTSBURGH, PA- APRIL 10: A general view of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Pittsburgh Pirates on the baselines during the national anthem on April 10, 2006 at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)

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'Wheel of Fortune' host Pat Sajak's final show on June 7

 Posted on June 12, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  196 words  |  Brenda Moya

After a 40-year run as the host of "Wheel of Fortune," Pat Sajak's final show date was announced as June 7, 2024. This comes nearly a year after Sajak announced he would be retiring. "Well, the time has come. I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last. It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all. [Read More]

Altoona Curve announce 2021 schedule; will open the season on May 4th

 Posted on June 12, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  212 words  |  Christie Applegate

ALTOONA, Pa (WJAC) — The Altoona Curve announced their 2021 schedule on Thursday, with Opening Night scheduled for Tuesday, May 4 against the Bowie Baysox. According to a press release, the Curve's 23rd season will include 60 home games and will feature "no less than 6 games and no more than 17 games per month." "We could not be “more” happier to have a schedule for the 2021 season," said Curve general manager Derek Martin. [Read More]

Kessel, Penguins look to close out Sharks in Game 5

 Posted on June 12, 2024  |  5 minutes  |  971 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

PITTSBURGH (AP) Phil Kessel insists nothing has changed. Not his game. Not his attitude. Not the shape of his body or his commitment to winning. Press all you want. Monkey with the wording of the questions. It doesn't matter. The Pittsburgh Penguins forward, hardened by years of taking the brunt of the criticism for an underachieving franchise in Toronto, refuses to buy into the narrative that he has somehow evolved while leading the Penguins to the cusp of winning the Stanley Cup. [Read More]

Memorial Day events happening across the region

 Posted on June 12, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  411 words  |  Brenda Moya

It's Memorial Day, a day where America pauses to remember it's fallen veterans. There are several events across the region planned for today: BEDFORD COUNTY Parade in Pavia begins at 9:00 AM. Service at Mount Zion Reformed ChurchBLAIR COUNTY Parade in Tyrone at 10:00 AM. Parade will start forming at 9:00 AM. Begins at the intersection of 15th St. and Lincoln Ave. Altoona Memorial Day Parade begins at 10:00 AM. [Read More]

PA Game Commission considering several changes for future hunting seasons

 Posted on June 12, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  130 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

HARRISBURG, Pa (WJAC) — Several major changes could be coming ahead of the 2020 hunting season, and beyond, according to a release from the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Game Commission officials discussed many changes at Saturday's Board of Commissioners meeting, all of which will receive a final vote at the next meeting in April. The release says that some of the proposed changes would include new rules for the dual-carrying of bows and muzzleloaders, changes to deer-tagging requirements and the simplifying of mentor programs. [Read More]

When fraternity's are suspended, what happens to the house? Borough discusses options

 Posted on June 12, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  267 words  |  Brenda Moya

STATE COLLEGE - The fate of several Penn State fraternity houses is now up to a Centre County judge. It comes after several months of ongoing legal battles between the State College Borough and property owners. Officials said it's the first time in over four decades that they've had to deal with something like this, and it all comes after a string of recent fraternity suspensions. "In the last two years, we've seen a wave of university action that removed the recognition of fraternities," [Read More]

Baker Mansion preparing to host its annual 'Haunted Mansion' tours

 Posted on June 11, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  106 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Altoona, PA (WJAC) — The staff at the Baker Mansion is preparing to host its annual “Haunted Mansion" candlelight tours where visitors will hear “real perceptions” of what people say they have experienced inside the mansion. The mansion hasn’t had a family reside in it since 1914, so these tales have lingered in the halls for over a century. The tours will be held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., on October 14th and 15th, and then again on the 21st and 22nd. [Read More]

Central PA organization prepares for 'Festival of Trees' event in Centre Co.

 Posted on June 11, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  81 words  |  Delta Gatti

STATE COLLEGE, Pa (WJAC) — Trees were set up Wednesday at the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology ahead of the Festival of Trees in State College. The festival runs from this Friday, Dec. 13, through Sunday Dec. 15, however, the trees will be lit on Thursday. There will also be food and entertainment available. The cost is $2 for adults and $1 for children. Proceeds will help support Centre County United Way partner agencies and CPI student organizations. [Read More]

Johnstown City Guide | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

 Posted on June 11, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  24 words  |  Brenda Moya

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