Abandoned farm house in Knox destroyed in arson

Knox Township, PA – A suspected arson destroyed an abandoned farm house in Knox Township, Jefferson County, earlier this week. The abandoned farm house caught fire late Monday night, just before midnight, at a remote location near O'Donnell Road. There were no injuries. After an investigation by... Read More.

House Republicans fire back at Wolf for reopening comments

Harrisburg, PA – House Republican leaders issued the following statement in response to Gov. Tom Wolf’s comments on reopening efforts across Pennsylvania today: “Name calling is beneath the dignity of the office of the governor. “Millions of Pennsylvanians are unemployed, millions more have children who are... Read More.

Roadwork begins on Route 36 in Bell Township

Bell Township, PA – PennDOT District 10 began a roadway improvement project, weather permitting, on Monday, May 11, on PA Route 36 in Bell Township, Clearfield County, continuing into Indiana County and Jefferson County. This work will include patching of the roadway and overlay, updates... Read More.

PennDOT reopens indoor facilities at three more rest areas

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reopening indoor facilities at three additional rest areas statewide. PennDOT’s rest areas were temporarily closed statewide on March 17 in response to Governor Tom Wolf’s mitigation guidance regarding COVID-19 to ensure that proper safety and... Read More.

Jefferson County man arrested for shooting, killing his roommate

Corsica, PA – One Jefferson County man is dead and his roommate is behind bars after a fatal shooting during an argument Sunday morning. The Pennsylvania State Police in collaboration with Jefferson County District Attorney Jeffrey Burkett’s Office have arrested 65-year-old William Joseph Sivak, Jr.... Read More.