Massachusetts town blindsided by governor turning former prison into migrant shelter

 Posted on June 6, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  309 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

NORFOLK, Mass. (TND) — Officials in a Massachusetts town are concerned after Gov. Maura Healey revealed plans to turn a former prison into an emergency migrant shelter. The town of Norfolk, Mass. was notified Friday that Bay State Correctional Center, a decommissioned state prison, would become a "temporary emergency shelter" under orders from the Healey administration, town officials say. This decision was made as part of its ongoing response to the number of migrant families arriving in Massachusetts. [Read More]

NY governor calls Trump supporters 'clowns,' insists state will 'solidly' back Biden

 Posted on June 6, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  579 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

NEW YORK CITY (TND) — New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul labeled supporters of former President Donald Trump "clowns" Thursday ahead of thousands attending a South Bronx campaign rally for the former president. Gov. Hochul, a Democrat, appeared on CNN's The Lead with Jake Tapper shortly before Trump's rally. The former president promised voters in the traditionally deep-blue area he will "turn New York City around" if re-elected. Tapper suggested the rally was an attempt to draw more Black and Latino voter support for Trump, and he asked Gov. [Read More]

Scientists discover potentially habitable exoplanet with temperatures similar to Earth

 Posted on June 6, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  246 words  |  Brenda Moya

UNDATED (WKRC) - Astronomers have been searching for a Earth-like exoplanet for decades now, and a very promising candidate has entered the running. Gliese 12 b, named for its red dwarf host star, Gliese 12, is a Venus-sized exoplanet a mere 12 parsecs away from Earth (or 40 lightyears, or 2.301e+14 miles). The physical similarities are already exciting for researchers, but the estimated temperatures are even better. Temperatures anywhere near Earth's are rare on exoplanets, yet Gliese 12 b has an estimated surface temperature of roughly 107 degrees Fahrenheit. [Read More]

Coroner names victim of fatal house fire in Central City

 Posted on June 5, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  402 words  |  Christie Applegate

THE LATEST |Somerset Co., PA (WJAC) — Somerset County coroner Cullen Swank has named the victim of Sunday's fatal house fire in Central City. The coroner's office identified the 79-year-old victim as Lawrence Bumbera. Officials say his cause of death is pending and will likely not be released for several weeks. 2nd UPDATE | State police in Somerset County have partially identified the victim of Sunday morning's fatal house fire in Central City. [Read More]

Curwensville Lake hosting pirate-themed event this weekend

 Posted on June 5, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  161 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

CLEARFIELD CO, Pa (WJAC) — There will be a pirate-themed treasure and scavenger hunt this weekend at Curwensville Lake in Clearfield County. Activities will take place throughout the park, along the beach, and in the camping areas. Those activities include "message in a bottle" along with an "eye spy" hunting activity in which kids can search for pirate birds that are scattered around the area. This is one of many themed weekends at the lake planned for this summer. [Read More]

Employee shot after interrupting burglary

 Posted on June 5, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  429 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

TACOMA, Wash. (KOMO) — An employee responding to a business alarm was shot by burglars early Thursday in Tacoma, Washington. The shooting occurred at 2:59 a.m., according to the Tacoma Police Department. Surveillance video of the burglary shows an armed robber shooting an employee after responding to the business alarm. The business owner provided the surveillance footage of the shooting to KOMO. Suspected burglars drove through the doors of the business — either a restaurant or grocery store, police said — before 3 a. [Read More]

Game Commission's Eagle Cam returns

 Posted on June 5, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  228 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Eagle Cam is back online. The Game Commission on Wednesday launched the latest installment of its Eagle Cam. The camera allows viewers worldwide access to live video and audio captured at a bald eagle nest in Hanover, Pa. and streamed in real time via the internet. Game Commission Executive Director R. Matthew Hough said the uncertain future of the eagles that will be spending time in front of the camera is part of the reason it’s attracted so many viewers. [Read More]

Lorain/Stonycreek Hiking Trails host first ever fall festival

 Posted on June 5, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  177 words  |  Christie Applegate

Saturday was the first ever Lorain/Stonycreek hiking trails fall festival. Despite heavy rain, crowds gathered to enjoy the beautiful October scenery in Lorain borough park. This festival is a family friendly event that features a trunk-or-treat experience for the kids and live music and vendors for the adults. Costumes were encouraged and the kids did not disappoint with their spooky creations. Organizers share their happiness in the turnout despite the weather. [Read More]

'Bad guy:' Jackson Township man accused of inappropriately touching young girl, police say

 Posted on June 4, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  176 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Jackson Township man is facing charges after being accused of inappropriately touching a 5-year-old girl. Police say the incident reportedly occurred last month at a residence in Richland Township. Investigators say the victim accused 20-year-old Kevin Bryner of touching her under her clothing. According to the affidavit, police say the victim also referred to Bryner as a "bad guy" and stated that he " [Read More]