Police reports

October 7, 2026

Woman charged with dog law violation PORT ROYAL — A 32-year-old Port Royal woman was charged following a reported dog law violation in Beale Township, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Lewistown. Police said troopers were dispatched to Vine Street at about 2:30 p.m. Sept. 20 for the reported violation. A 19-year-old Port Royal man was listed as the victim. Police said charges were filed against the woman. Police investigate theft of investment funds McVEYTOWN — Pennsylvania State Police at Lewistown are investigating the reported theft of more than $6,000 from an investment account. Police…

Things to do: Hispanic Heritage Festival brings color, rhythm and community to Moist Park

MIFFLINTOWN — The first annual Hispanic Heritage Festival will bring a burst of color, music and cultural pride to Moist…

State marching band championships coming to Mifflin County

LEWISTOWN — When Mifflin County High School opened its new stadium last fall, the hope was that the venue would…

Calendar

The Sentinel offers nonprofit and other community organizations an opportunity to promote upcoming events for free in the community calendar…

Families Are Not Prepared: Dementia workshop helps caregivers face what comes next

BELLEVILLE — A dementia diagnosis may come with a medical explanation and perhaps a prescription. What often doesn’t come with…

Supervisors appoint Watts to fill vacant board seat

LEWISTOWN — Granville Township supervisors appointed Charlie Watts to fill a vacant seat Monday morning before hearing residents’ concerns about…

Local Sports

Bears host Stars on Saturday

The Hershey Bears (1-1-0-0, fourth in Atlantic Division) continue the 2026-27 regular season, presented by Penn State Health, as they host the Texas Stars this week in a pair of home games at GIANT Center. 2026-27 SEASON LEADERS: Goals: Josh Dunne (2) Assists: Andrew Cristall (3) Points: Andrew Cristall (3) PIMs: Spencer Smallman (10)…

Roundups: Lady Indians double up Blackhawks, 2-1

Gridiron Glance

Roundups: Juniata captures TVAA crowns

Penn State

Dotson grabs TD in win over Saints

UNIVERSITY PARK – Week four of the National Football League season saw 51 Penn…

PSU hoopers clash with Canisius on Nov. 2

ROSEMONT, Ill. – Nick Sloff of the Penn State cross country team was named the Big…

Sloff earns Big Ten Athlete of the Week honor

ROSEMONT, Ill.- The Big Ten Conference published its television designations for the 2026-27 campaign on Tuesday…

Women's basketball: Lady Lions meet Spartans on Dec. 6

Obituaries

Michael C. Sweitzer

Michael C. Sweitzer, 59, of McVeytown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026,…

George E. Rheam Jr., 80, of Yeagertown and formerly of Lewistown, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 7,…

George E. Rheam Jr.

Thomas E. Sechler, 82, of Lewistown, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026 at Embassy of…

Thomas E. Sechler

Don Stonerook

What's your "must have" fair food?

Funnel Cake 40%

Hot Sausage 33%

French Fries 12%

Ice Cream 6%

Pizza 2%

Other 7%

83 votes total — voting closed

Editorials

Don’t sit out this midterm election

Without a presidential race on the ballot, some voters will sit out next month’s election. We hope you won’t be among them. The governor and legislators elected this fall will help decide how much state money reaches our school districts, which transportation needs get funded and how Pennsylvania taxes and spends. Our representative in…

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