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Data center question at the center of one of Pa.’s critical legislative races

PA News October 30, 2026

HARRISBURG — A critical swing seat in Pennsylvania’s state Senate could come down to which candidate can convince voters they’re more firmly opposed to data centers. Incumbent Republican Tracy Pennycuick and Democratic challenger Chris Thomas are spending millions of dollars blanketing the 24th state Senate District in ads that accuse the other of being in the pockets of data center developers, as several local proposals draw community opposition. Spanning parts of Berks and Montgomery Counties, the district is among the upper chamber’s most competitive this cycle. Republicans ...

United Way launches campaign with $375,000 goal

Local News October 30, 2026

LEWISTOWN — The United Way of Mifflin-Juniata has launched its 2027 Annual Campaign with a fundraising goal of $375,000 to support human service programs throughout Mifflin and Juniata counties. The campaign began in conjunction with the organization's annual Day of Caring, held Sept. 16, when volunteers completed service projects at locations throughout the two counties. Volunteers painted, repaired facilities and completed landscaping projects at human service agencies, parks, ball fields, playgrounds and other community locations. The projects provided assistance to local ...

Police reports

Local News October 30, 2026

Driver flees scene after Wayne Township crash MOUNT UNION — State police at Lewistown are investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred at 8:29 p.m. Oct. 4 on Ferguson Valley Road near Irvin Ridge Road. Police said an unidentified driver traveling east on Ferguson Valley Road crossed into the opposing lane while negotiating a right curve and struck a westbound 2005 Buick Park Avenue driven by Tracy White, 56, of McVeytown. The collision damaged the driver's side mirror and side of White's vehicle. The unidentified driver fled the scene. White was wearing a seat belt and was not ...

State police announce drone restrictions

Local News October 30, 2026

STATE COLLEGE — The Pennsylvania State Police announced temporary flight restrictions and enhanced drone security measures for Saturday's Penn State football game against Purdue at Beaver Stadium. The restrictions will take effect at 3:15 p.m., one hour before the scheduled 4:15 p.m. kickoff, and remain in place until one hour after the game ends. The restricted airspace will extend 3 nautical miles around Beaver Stadium and up to 3,000 feet above ground level. Unauthorized drone flights will be prohibited within that area. State police will conduct counter-drone operations in ...

State marching band championships come to Lewistown

Local News October 30, 2026

LEWISTOWN — The sounds of marching bands from across Pennsylvania will fill Kish Bank Field at Donald M. Chapman III Stadium in Lewistown on Saturday as the Mifflin County High School Marching Huskies host the Tournament of Bands Pennsylvania State Championships. The event, hosted by the ...

Official shares information about upcoming Veterans Day events

Local News October 30, 2026

REEDSVILLE — James “Jimmy” Conway, Mifflin County's veterans affairs officer, said during a Thursday Mifflin County Veterans Organization meeting that many events are on the horizon as Veterans Day approaches. Conway shared the following event dates and info: •Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning at 11 a.m., a veterans luncheon will be held, with entertainment and lunch to follow at the Calvary Bible Church located at 100 Calvary Lane, Lewistown. RSVP by today by calling (717) 248-5409. One guest may attend. Burnham OIP is catering lasagna, salad, bread, and dessert. •Saturday, ...