LEWISTOWN — Retired educators from throughout the region heard firsthand how innovative programs across the country are addressing educational opportunities and teacher shortages when 2025 National Teacher of the Year Ashlie Crosson spoke at the…
PennDOT to unveil plans for roundabout in Lewistown
LEWISTOWN — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will host a public meeting Nov. 2 to present plans for a project…
MCSD official announces up to $853,352 grant contract
LEWISTOWN — Chief Academic Officer Steven DeArment said Thursday that his office received a grant contract worth up to $853,352…
Ghost Walk brings local legends to life
LEWISTOWN — As darkness settles over Downtown Lewistown on Saturday night, groups led by the glow of red lanterns will…
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Local Sports
Cross country: Huskies sweep four opponents in final home meet
REEDSVILLE – Mifflin County swept four opponents in both races Thursday, giving its seniors…
Gridiron Glance
DUNCANNON -- Briahna Brubaker scored a goal as East Juniata girls soccer defeated Line Mountain for…
Roundups: EJ bests Eagles for TVL crown, 1-0
Mifflin County-Juniata cross country
Penn State
Lady Lions meet St. Lawrence this weekend
UNIVERSITY PARK - The Penn State women’s hockey team steps out of conference play to face ECAC Hockey opponent St. Lawrence at Appleton Arena in Canton, N.Y. Puck drop is scheduled for 6 p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Saturday. LAST WEEKEND Penn State swept Lindenwood with a 5-4 victory Friday night and a 3-0…
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State Nittany Lions close out their four-game homestand as the…
Men’s hockey: Lions clash with Canisius for weekend set
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Big Ten Network announced the linear television designations for Penn State wrestling’s 2026-27…
PSU matmen welcome WVU to Bryce Jordan Center
UNIVERSITY PARK – Week 6 of the National Football League season saw 51 Penn State football…
Dotson, Oweh stand out during Week 6
Obituaries
James S. ‘Jim’ Abram
James S. "Jim" Abram, 99, of Mifflintown, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026,…
Naomi L. Yoder, 87, of Belleville, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026 at her home.…
Naomi L. Yoder
Norman E. Harvey
Stephen R. Ayres, 79, of Lewistown, passed away Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, at his home. Born…
Stephen R. Ayres
Editorials
Don't forget the giving in Thanksgiving
As November approaches and we begin to think about Thanksgiving festivities, we hope you will pause to consider spending a little less time counting our blessings and a little more time sharing them. Last week, Shelter Services in Lewistown marked its 40th anniversary, bringing together longtime supporters and individuals whose lives have been changed…
Don’t sit out this midterm election
Second train opens new door for local tourism
Second train opens new door for local tourism
Lifestyles
Halloween can be risky for those with food allergies
Halloween can be one of the riskiest times of the year for children and adults with food allergies. Six of the top allergens are frequently found in Halloween candy and treats. In addition to peanuts and tree nuts, other allergens such as wheat, milk, soy, and even egg are used in many chocolates, caramels,…
From Uniqlo to Zara, clothing brands try to win over Gen Z with a needle and thread
'Appetizing' stores are the quieter, less famous sibling of the Jewish deli
China's porcelain city carries centuries-old heritage to a new generation
Religion
Annual Reformation Recital Sunday at St. John's Lutheran Church
Danger is lurking: It is not too late to embrace Jesus
There is hope for victims of domestic abuse
It pays to serve the Lord
Agriculture
Funding available for agriculture projects
BURNHAM — The Mifflin County Conservation District has announced the grant application period for agricultural operations through the Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program. The ACAP application deadline is Friday, Oct. 30, 2026 at 2 p.m. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to barnyard improvements, manure storages, mortality composters, grazing management, streambank fencing, stream crossings,…