Cracking Down on “Ghost Student” Fraud

UNDATED - A new bill is cracking down on “ghost student” fraud. Introduced by Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson, this new bill would put pressure onto colleges to verify if you’re the one actually applying, not a scammer using your identity to enroll in classes and... Read More.

Duo Charged with DuBois Car Theft

DUBOIS - Two Pittsburgh natives have been jailed after allegedly stealing a car in DuBois.  On March 11th police were called to Sheetz on DuBois Avenue where the victim claimed they left their car running while inside and it was stolen. Police located the car the... Read More.

Two Accused of Stealing Car Found in Clearfield County

CLEARFIELD COUNTY - Two men have been jailed after a traffic stop revealed that their car was stolen and drugs in the vehicle. On March 10th police pulled over a vehicle on I-80 in Graham Township with an expired registration from Arizona. After investigating police learned... Read More.

Brockway School District Seeking Summer Help

BROCKWAY - The Brockway School District is preparing to hire some summer help through the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency State Work Study Program. This program allows the district to hire up to five workers at $10 dollars an hour to help custodial staff during... Read More.

Hometown Heroes Banners Returning to DuBois

DUBOIS - The Hometown Heroes Banner Program will return to DuBois later this year, with some changes to keep it running long-term. The current banners have been retired after years of fading from exposure. Now, Downtown DuBois is looking ahead to the next cycle with... Read More.

2026 Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program Open

UNDATED - You may now be able to get money back on your property taxes or rent you paid in 2025. Seniors, widows, or people with disabilities who make less than $48,110 dollars can now apply for the Property Tax and Rent Rebate program. You can... Read More.

DuBois Man Charged for Child Porn

DUBOIS - A DuBois man is facing almost 300 charges after police allegedly found over 250 files of child pornography. In May of 2025 police were alerted that 36 year-old Nicholas Johnston, who was previously convicted of similar charges in 2015, had over 250 files... Read More.

Lawrence Township Man Accused of Physically Assaulting Mother

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP - One man is facing several charges after allegedly assaulting his mother and restraining her. On March 9th, police responded to an Ester Lane residence in Lawrence Township for a reported domestic dispute between a mother and son. After investigation, police learned that 35... Read More.

Grounded Brewings Opens Brookville Location

BROOKVILLE - From coffee trailer to a new brick-and-mortar location, Grounded Brewings has taken the next step in their journey. Since launching Grounded Brewings as a mobile coffee trailer in 2023, the business has now found a permanent home at 130 Main Street in Brookville... Read More.

Water Filtration Upgrades in Treasure Lake

TREASURE LAKE - A new water treatment system is coming to the Treasure Lake Bimini Well Station. This $1.5 million dollar filtration system will remove natural occurring minerals like iron and manganese, which often discolors and changes the taste of your water. In the coming weeks,... Read More.