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Locally, statewide drug delivery resulting in death filings on decline

Local News June 6, 2026

From staff reports LEWISTOWN — The number of criminal cases involving a drug delivery resulting in death has declined statewide over the past five years, according to data released by the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts. Under Pennsylvania law, the offense applies when a person intentionally administers, dispenses, delivers, gives, prescribes, sells or distributes a controlled substance and another person dies as a result of using it. Statewide, the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts reported charges decreased by 22% from 2024 to 2025, while convictions ...

Area schools receive state safety grants

Local News June 6, 2026

From staff reports BELLEVILLE — A Mifflin County nonpublic school is among the recipients of state funding aimed at improving school safety, security and student mental health resources, according to an announcement from state Sen. Judy Ward. Ward, R-30, announced that more than $608,000 ...

Functional food science lab changing how students learn

Local News June 6, 2026

LEWISTOWN — A new kind of lab is reshaping how students think about agriculture — and it doesn’t look like a farm. Inside the Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology in Lewistown, students are stepping into a growing field where food safety, science, and innovation ...

Nittany Knights set for Music Picnic Series

PA News June 5, 2026

STATE COLLEGE — The Nittany Knights will take the stage June 14 as part of the 2026 Music Picnic Series hosted by South Hills School of Business & Technology. The free concert will begin at 6 p.m. at the school’s main campus, located at 480 Waupelani Drive in State College. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and the performance is scheduled to continue until 7:30 p.m. The event is the second installment of this year’s Music Picnic Series. “We are excited to bring our signature brand of high-fidelity barbershop back to the stage,” said Trish Andriaccio of the Nittany Knights. “This ...

In the region

Local News June 5, 2026

Empowered Caregiver webinar series hosted by Penn State Extension UNIVERSITY PARK — Family members and friends caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias who want to strengthen their caregiving skills while supporting their own mental and physical well-being can gain insight by attending free webinars hosted by Penn State Extension in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association. The workshop series will occur from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. as scheduled. “Building Foundations,” June 26. Webinar will explore the role of the caregiver and learn how to build a ...

Family fun night fundraiser at LUMINA Center

Local News June 5, 2026

LEWISTOWN — By tonight, the LUMINA Center in Lewistown will be buzzing as families stream in for a free Family Fun Night built around simple fun and easy togetherness. Families can browse a book sale, enjoy baked goods, make crafts, join a kids’ dance party or settle in for story time at ...