Democratic representative accused of pulling fire alarm near Capitol to delay funding vote
WASHINGTON (TND) — A congressman from New York is being accused of bad behavior before the House voted on the funding bill to keep federal agencies open. An investigation is already underway and there are calls for prosecution.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., pulled the alarm in a Capitol office building.
The GOP-controlled House Administration Committee, which oversees issues pertaining to the Capitol complex, posted a picture from the U.S. Capitol Police showing a man pulling the fire alarm who appeared to be Bowman.
Missing Saltsburg man found dead in Indiana Co.
Indiana County, PA (WJAC) — State police in Indiana County say a Saltsburg-area man, who was reported missing earlier this week after failing to show up to work, has been found dead.
Investigators say on Friday, Bryan Bialas' vehicle was found in Young Township, Indiana County, in a remote, wooded area.
Police say authorities conducted a search and rescue operation and later found Bialas deceased.
Troopers say foul play is not suspected and his cause and manner of death are being investigated by the Indiana County Coroner's Office.
Rattlesnakes in Johnstown? Here's what to do if you see one
Johnstown residents are facing a new challenge this summer: finding rattlesnakes in their yards.
The Johnstown Police Department received a call Wednesday about a three foot yellow rattlesnake sunning itself in a yard on the 300 block of Glenn Street.
Luckily, Johnstown Police Chief Rich Prichard, is no stranger to snake handling and was able to bag it in time to hand over to a Fish and Boat Waterways Conservation officer to be then safely transported and relocated.
Visit Johnstown stepping down as organizer of Thunder in the Valley
UPDATE:Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — Visit Johnstown officials said planning Thunder in the Valley was taking up too much of the organization's time and losing money each year, resulting in them stepping down as the organizers.
Visit Johnstown executive director Lisa Rager said the budget is nearly $500,000 a year for the event, losing between $30,000 and $90,000. She said Visit Johnstown is a "destination marketing organization," but became more of an event planner for Thunder in the Valley as the years went by.
Zelenskyy secures $1 billion from Belgium and military commitments during EU tour
BRUSSELS (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday picked up a second $1 billion promise of military aid in as many days for his war with Russia during a whirlwind tour through the European Union.
The pledge came from Belgium, which topped up the money with a commitment to give 30 F-16 fighter jets over the next four years. The Netherlands added to the goodwill by promising to quickly assemble with key EU partners a Patriot air defense system, which Zelenskyy sees as key in stopping Russia from hitting the power grid and civilian areas, as well as military targets, with devastating glide bombs that wreak wide destruction.
'I told you it was gonna happen:' Altoona woman charged after stealing multiple pet ferrets, letting
Blair Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Blair County say an Altoona woman is behind bars after an animal cruelty investigation led to the discovery of multiple dead ferrets that she had reportedly stolen from another individual.
Police say 24-year-old Mary-Jayda Patterson faces multiple counts of aggravated cruelty to animals-torture, as well as charges of criminal mischief, theft and animal cruelty.
Investigators say in September, Patterson had reportedly tasked a "
Andy Reid, Mike McDaniel weigh in on Harrison Butker speech: 'We all respect that'
WASHINGTON (TND) — Two NFL head coaches are weighing in on a controversial speech by one player as it makes waves throughout the league.
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker earned widespread attention last week after delivering a commencement address at Catholic liberal arts school Benedictine College. In the address, the NFL player took aim at policies of President Joe Biden and encouraged women to embrace becoming a “homemaker.”
“Some of you may go on to lead successful careers in the world, but I would venture to guess that the majority of you are most excited about your marriage and the children you will bring into this world,” Butker said to the school’s female graduates.
Hotel rates increase for Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney
PUNXSUTAWNEY - The small town of Punxsutawney will fill with tourists from all over for Groundhog Day Thursday. But not only does the population surge for the holiday, so do rates at local hotels.
According to online reservations, a room at the Cobblestone Inn & Suits in Punxsutawney will cost nearly $400 on Wednesday and Thursday, compared with normally costing around $115.
"We are booked, every room in the hotel is sold,"
Journey 'Into the Magic' with Disney heroes on ice in Johnstown
Disney On Ice is presenting "Into the Magic" in Johnstown this weekend, taking place at the Cambria County War Memorial at First Summit Arena.
It tells a story about heroes in the Disney universe.
Those characters include Rapunzel, Moana, Belle and more.
Organizers said they've received a great response about the event from kids.
Ensemble skater Lauren MacDonald said, “They'll get to look forward to a lot of exciting ensemble numbers, very colorful costumes, dazzling special effects and getting to see some of their favorite Disney characters in the show.
Local sports shop reacts to recent equipment changes in youth hockey
Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — On Sunday, USA Hockey congress announced that it will require youth hockey players to wear neck protection in wake of the death of former NHL forward Adam Johnson, who died after being cut by a skate blade during a game in England.
In a move that intends to put safety first, USA Hockey is requiring youth hockey players to wear neck laceration protection in all age classifications except adult.