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Local News November 2, 2026

Two injured in Walker Township crash THOMPSONTOWN — Two people sustained suspected minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Industrial Park and Baumgardner roads, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Lewistown. Police said David W. Hockenberry, 71, of Mifflintown, was traveling south on Industrial Park Road in a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica at approximately 2:56 p.m. when he stopped to make a left turn onto Baumgardner Road. Hockenberry failed to see an approaching 2024 Toyota Camry driven by Daniel A. Edmisten, 44, of Newport, and turned into ...

I-80 eastbound ramp closure extended at Bellefonte

Local News November 2, 2026

BELLEFONTE — Motorists traveling from Interstate 99 to Interstate 80 eastbound will continue to encounter a ramp closure at the Bellefonte interchange after construction delays pushed back its reopening. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced Monday that the eastbound on-ramp at Exit 161, which closed Oct. 12, is now expected to reopen during the third week of November. The ramp was originally scheduled to reopen by the end of October, but PennDOT said unforeseen circumstances delayed the work. While the ramp remains closed, motorists traveling from I-99 to I-80 ...

Police reports

Local News November 2, 2026

Driver uninjured in deer collision THOMPSONTOWN — A McAlisterville man escaped injury after his vehicle struck a deer on Route 235 early Friday morning, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Lewistown. Police said Andy Ehrenzeller, 45, was traveling east in a 2014 Ford Focus on the 4000 block of Route 235 at approximately 4:55 a.m. when a deer entered the roadway. Ehrenzeller was unable to avoid striking the animal. He was wearing a seat belt and was not injured. The vehicle sustained disabling damage and was towed from the scene. Fayette Fire Co., Fayette EMS and Geedey's ...

In The Region

Local News November 2, 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 Empowered Caregiver workshop series will be from 3 to 4 p.m. The programs are as follows: — “Building Foundations,” Nov. 25. This webinar will explore the role of the ...

Huskies fall just short of fairytale finish at states

Local News November 2, 2026

LEWISTOWN — The stage was set for a fairytale as championship Saturday had returned to Lewistown. The hometown Marching Huskies were peaking at the right time. The stands were packed. The sun was shining. And a state title on home turf was suddenly within sight. What followed was a ...

A seat at the table

Local News November 2, 2026

MIFFLINTOWN — At most Juniata County School District Board of Directors meetings, nine elected board members gather around the table to discuss budgets, policies and decisions that shape the district's future. Now, three students have seats there, too. This school year, Juniata High School ...