Drug possession charges filed against Jefferson County man

SYKESVILLE – A wanted Jefferson County man has been charged with drug possession after his arrest in Sykesville. According to court documents, 62-year-old Merlin Loomis Jr of Reynoldsville was wanted on an active Clearfield County warrant when he was seen leaving a gas station.... Read More.

Man charged in Jefferson County for alleged history of abuse

PUNXSUTAWNEY – A 42-year-old man is facing criminal charges for the alleged abuse of his ex-girlfriend in Jefferson County since 2022. Punxsutawney Borough Police have filed strangulation, simple assault, and harassment charges against Eric Gilbert of Glen Campbell. The victim is accusing Gilbert of... Read More.

Tri-County area organizations invited to apply for Greenways grants

RIDGWAY – Tri-County area governments and organizations are being encouraged to apply for Greenways mini block grants. The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission, in cooperation with the state's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, is offering up to $25,000 in dollar-for-dollar... Read More.

Tri-County average gas prices hold steady

UNDATED – There was very little movement this past week in the average gas prices for Western Pennsylvania and the entire state. According to Triple-A's East Central Gas Price Report, prices are a penny lower in Western PA; but the GasBuddy Survey shows that... Read More.

Details provided on the arrest of a Jefferson County couple

PUNXSUTAWNEY – Additional details have been given about last week's domestic violence incident in which a Jefferson County couple was arrested. According to court documents, 39-year-old Timothy States and 36-year-old Hayle Noble, both of Punxsutawney, were charged with harassment. An additional charge of strangulation... Read More.

Two Jefferson County volunteer firefighters honored

PUNXSUTAWNEY – Two Jefferson County firefighters have been honored by a local family by being presented with a Medal of Valor. Derek Miller and Bryan Smith of the Punxsutawney Volunteer Fire Department were given the medals to recognize their heroism when they rescued an... Read More.