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Weekend Tornado Damage Report Released

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ANITA - One home and a barn were damaged during the EF1 tornado near Anita over the weekend. A full report by the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Services says the tornado originated 2 miles northeast of the village of Oliveburg and traveled around five... Read More.

PA Supreme Court Rules Skill Games as Slot Machines

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UNDATED - The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that skill game machines are considered slot machines under state law and now must follow PA gambling and  crime statutes. This decision could have a major impact on bars, restaurants, convenience stores, and veterans organizations that currently... Read More.

Stunt Show Featured at Sykesville Fair

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SYKESVILLE - A BMX Stunt Show is the main event for day three of the Sykesville Ag & Youth Fair. All week long, you can enjoy events like carnival foods/rides, sea lion splash, goat cuddling, balloon legends, and the Foam Fun Zone. Musical entertainment will feature... Read More.

PennDOT Offices Closed for Juneteenth Holiday

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UNDATED – PennDOT offices will be closed on Juneteenth. All Driver Licence and Photo Centers will be closed this Friday June 19th, reopening during normal business hours on Saturday. Online services will still be available during the holiday.

State College Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault

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CLEARFIELD - A State College man has been jailed after allegedly sexually assaulting a 13 year-old girl in Clearfield. In April police began investigating reports that 27 year-old Keenan Wise had multiple sexual encounters with a 13 year-old girl while staying with her family on... Read More.

Anita Tornado Classified as EF1

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ANITA - More information is available about the tornado that touched down just north of Anita Sunday evening. According to the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Services, the tornado touched down around 4:45pm Sunday. With wind speeds of 110 miles an hour, officials say a majority... Read More.

Enduro Auto Racing Featured at Sykesville Fair

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SYKESVILLE - It’s day two of the Sykesville Ag & Youth Fair. All week long, you can enjoy events like carnival foods/rides, sea lion splash, goat cuddling, balloon legends, and the Foam Fun Zone. Musical entertainment will be provided by classic rock band FUSE. At the new... Read More.

Fentanyl Dogs Legislation Advances in Senate

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UNDATED - A piece of legislation that would certify police dogs to detect fentanyl is advancing in the Senate. House Bill 1344, introduced by State Representative Mike Armanini, if enacted, would allow police dogs to detect the deadly drug. Now, the legislation has moved past the... Read More.

Tornado Touchdown Confirmed Near Anita

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ANITA - A confirmed tornado touched down near Anita Sunday evening causing severe widespread damage. Jefferson County Emergency officials say the tornado was reported in the Anita and Knoxdale areas with the Elk Run Volunteer Fire Company saying it was just a few miles north... Read More.