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Juniata County historian Jessica Guyer honored as Window Keeper

MIFFLINTOWN — For years, Jessica Eaton Guyer has worked to ensure that Juniata County's stories are preserved, shared and brought to life for future generations. That commitment to local history, education and community engagement has earned Guyer statewide recognition as a 2026 Window Keeper, an honor awarded by PA Humanities through its “The Window Keeper: Civic Honors initiative.” On Oct. 7, PA Humanities announced the final group of 125 honorees selected for the program, bringing the total number of Window Keepers recognized across Pennsylvania to 180. The newest honorees ...

Cancer survivors honored during annual fundraiser

LEWISTOWN — On Sunday, Oct. 11, survivors gathered for a annual fundraiser to honor those who have dealt with cancer. Pink Connection, a local nonprofit, was formed to bring breast cancer survivors together, support those newly diagnosed and create a bond for those who are facing life ...

Juniata County is ready for Election Day ballots

MIFFLINTOWN — Election Day is right around the corner and Juniata County Election Director Eva Weyrich wanted to provide the community with some updates and important dates to keep in mind as we get closer to the big day. Weyrich was happy to announce that on Sept. 25, the board of elections held a ceremony to induct 30 voters into the Pennsylvania Voter Hall of Fame. All inductees have voted in 50 consecutive general elections in order to qualify. “Thirty is a significant number for our small county,” said Weyrich. More recently, the Elections Systems Software company was in ...

Mifflin County measles cases climb to 167 as Pennsylvania reaches 1,136

LEWISTOWN - Mifflin County accounted for nearly one-quarter of Pennsylvania’s newest measles cases as its total climbed to 167, according to the latest state figures. The county added 14 cases between Wednesday and Friday, matching Lancaster County for the largest increase during that period. Pennsylvania added 58 cases, raising its statewide total from 1,078 to 1,136. Only Lancaster County, with 415 cases, has reported more infections than Mifflin County. Chester County ranks third with 87 cases. Mifflin County’s total has increased by 74 cases since Sept. 21, when the ...

Buffington updates Rotary about progress on downtown projects

LEWISTOWN — It's no secret that downtown Lewistown has been on an uphill climb, becoming more vibrant, community-based and filled with all kinds of businesses. Mike Buffington, president of MAB Holdings, highlighted some of the company's recent projects as well as current ones to the ...

Lewistown Borough Council approves Carter to fill vacant seat

LEWISTOWN — The Lewistown Borough Council approved James Carter Jr., to fill the vacant council seat on Tuesday. Borough Council President Matthew Moore abstained from the 4-0 roll call vote in councilman Larry Searer’s absence. Carter is a member of the borough’s police advisory board and filled the seat left by the late Robert Barlett on the personnel committee's recommendation. Council members also approved a no-parking zone from a new curb cut to the alley on Grove Avenue at no cost to the borough; this zone is about the size of a standard parking space. The borough ...