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JOHNSTOWN, Pa (WJAC) — 6 News has learned that the Johnstown police captain who was accused of theft back in October is no longer with the department. City manager Ethan Imhoff confirmed that Michael Plunkard is no longer working for the Johnstown Police Department. Imhoff says he could not comment further due to the situation being a personnel matter. Plunkard agreed in December to complete a 12-month Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition program in response to the charges he faced. [Read More]

ALTOONA – The Altoona Curve team is partnering with Ashley Furniture Home store - for its annual Hope to Dream program. The event gives beds to kids and families in need but the day had more surprises in store for those that went to the field. "It's been a really good day ... like we got to enjoy and have some time with the team," mother Stephanie Remes said. Even though the baseball game was canceled, the rain didn’t stop several local families from receiving the surprise of a lifetime. [Read More]

JOHNSTOWN -- Red Auerbach was a legend not only within the Boston Celtics organization, but across the National Basketball Association. As a coach, general manager, and team president it did not matter what position Auerbach held, all his Celtics knew was winning. He crafted one of the greatest dynasties professional sports has ever witnessed. In 1966, Auerbach caught up with WJAC's Bill Wilson to discuss whether one team winning was good for professional sports, and it was not surprising what he had to say. [Read More]

Week 6 HS football matchupsFriday, Sept. 29th (kickoff at 7 pm, unless otherwise noted) LHAC: Bald Eagle Area 55 @ Bellefonte 7 Bedford 14 @ Forest Hills 42 Bellwood-Antis 20 @ Philipsburg-Osceola 7 Central 34 @ Huntingdon 21 Central Cambria 21 @ Chestnut Ridge 42 Greater Johnstown 0 @ Bishop McCort-Carroll 42 Penns Valley Area 7 @ Clearfield 35 Somerset 6 @ Richland 46 Tyrone 28 @ Bishop Guilfoyle 27 [Read More]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Massive search efforts ramp up nearly two weeks after 22-year-old Riley Strain went missing in downtown Nashville, garnering national attention. This search expands from downtown to Ashland City. Thursday morning, volunteers signed up to assist in a ground search downtown, while several agencies joined forces by water in Cheatham County. Thirteen days into the search for Strain and groups lined up and scattered out, hoping to find clues. [Read More]

Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — On Thursday, Governor-elect Josh Shapiro announced some of the individuals who will be appointed to his administration. Among them is Centre County Commissioner Michael Pipe, who will serve as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety. Pipe has served as county commissioner since 2012. "During his time on the Board of Commissioners, Pipe oversaw the multi-stage upgrade of the countywide 9-1-1 radio emergency communications system, expanded the regional emergency services training site for first responders and emergency personnel, supported reforms resulting in a 50% reduction in returning citizens at the Centre County Correctional Facility, and championed funding for the County’s Central Booking Center, which supports local law enforcement," [Read More]

CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities say a Clearfield man is behind bars, accused of strangling his mother to death in order to claim her life insurance policy and access her bank account. According to the affidavit, police were dispatched on the morning of March 15 to a residence along East Locust Street, in Clearfield Borough, for a reported cardiac incident. Police say the victim, 69-year-old Paula Lombardo, was reportedly found on her bed " [Read More]

Johnstown Penns Valley Rams | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking NewsWed, 05 Jun 2024 08:36:58 GMT (1717576618607) Section - News3 v1.0.0 (common) 85a848d002b3a7f7785bfb6376ad1dbb5836f767 PENNS VALLEY RAMS hace 3 años McCort baseball, Johnstown and Penns Valley softball win WednesdayJOHNSTOWN -- Wednesday evening featured a trio of local games on the diamond. In baseball, Mason Peil pitched Bishop McCort past Johnstown 2-0 with a 1-hitter. In softball action, Johnstown raced past McCort, and Penns Valley topped Saint Joseph's. [Read More]

JOHNSTOWN — Laurel Auto Group--like every other team in the Johnstown Collegiate Baseball League--wants to win the championship. LAG finished in third place last season. This year's team only had to replace three players. Manager Jim Skiles thinks his squad can compete for a title. "These guys love the game of baseball," Skiles said. "And, that should be motivation, enough." His players agree. Portage graduate Jake Swank says he and his teammates will approach the season with a loose, free-flowing attitude. [Read More]

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — Organizations at Penn State have kicked off LGBTQ Pride Month. Tuesday's events were known as "the hub take over." Outside of the events scheduled for the day, there were also information booths at the hub that cater to the LGBTQ community on campus. Organizers said the goal of this event is to raise awareness about the LGBTQ community and to make sure they are accepted. [Read More]