New PA law increases penalties for those with repeated DUIs
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Under a new Pennsylvania law, repeated D.U.I offenders now face stricter penalties.
This past July, Act 59 of 2022 was signed into law changing the grading of certain offenses for those driving under the influence.
The new law is also known as “Deana’s Law” – a woman who lost her life because of a drunk driver in 2019.
An official WJAC spoke with says if these laws were implemented, Deana would still be here today.
NJ governor spent nearly $12K on concessions at Taylor Swift concert, football games, report says
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (TND) — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has spent nearly $12K in taxpayer money on concessions at MetLife Stadium since 2018, according to Politico.
The sum reportedly includes spending at a Taylor Swift concert and two soccer games. Itemized receipts obtained by Politico also reveal Murphy spent $90 for Aquafina and $45 for extra guacamole at a Jets vs. Cowboys game.
The Democratic governor is now reportedly asking his party to reimburse taxpayers for his expenses.
PA's 'Homegrown by Heroes' program supports farmers who have served in the military
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — With Veterans Day this week, one of the priorities remains providing outreach services for those who have served our country, and that includes more opportunities for vets involved in farming.
Chris Ishler is co-owner of Egg Hill Farm and Sinking Creek Meats near Spring Mills in Centre County.
“I was a high school senior,” Ishler explained. "After the 2001 attacks, like many others, I signed up for service for my country.
The Farmer's and Threshermen's Jubilee celebrates 70th year
The 70th annualFarmer's and Threshermen's Jubilee in New Centerville, PA, kicked off on Wednesday and continues until the end of the weekend.
Crowds gathered to witness the wonders of antique steam engines and threshing machines that were a staple in every-day life some decades ago.
The event featured an old time sawmill, a cider mill, and some truck and tractor pulls among many other attractions.
Organizers emphasize the importance of keeping local history alive and the value it brings to new generations.
"Paterno" movie a polarizing story with unanswered questions
Inmate at SCI Pine Grove convicted of assaulting Corrections Officer
INDIANA CO, Pa (WJAC) — According to a release from the Indiana County District Attorney's office, an inmate at SCI Pine Grove has been convicted of assaulting a corrections officer.
Authorities say Jason Hinshaw was found guilty of felony aggravated assault for an incident that occurred on Feb. 6, 2020.
Investigators say on the day of the incident, Hinshaw was found to be in possession of an electronic tablet and made threats against the corrections officer when confronted.
invasive species found at Raystown Lake
Huntingdon County, Pa. (WJAC) — An invasive species known as "Zebra Mussels" have been spotted at Raystown Lake.
They've been deemed one of the worst aquatic invasive species in the country, according to the PA Fish and Boat Commission.
Alicia Palmer is a Natural Resource Specialist at Raystown Lake who said it was "almost a matter of time" before they got here.
"We found 3 mussels. So, we are going to continually monitor that,"
Man assaulted victim in shower prior to double shooting at Punxsutawney home
2nd UPDATE |Jefferson Co., PA (WJAC) — A police criminal complaint is providing new details about Monday night's double shooting at a residence in Punxsutawney Borough.
Investigators say the suspect, 22-year-old Matthew Brotherton, allegedly broke into the Woodland Avenue home and assaulted the victim, a 27-year-old male, while he was showering.
Police say Brotherton is then accused of firing multiple shots at the victim, striking him in the stomach and the right thigh.
Westmont Borough Council votes to amend sign ordinance
The Westmont Borough Council voted Tuesday night to amend their fencing and temporary signage ordinance thatcaused some controversy last August. They voted unanimously to allow five signs per residential property for a maximum of 30 days.
Westmont Borough received backlash over the summer of 2022 when thePennsylvania A.C.L.U was contacted by residents who received violation notices for the signs in their yard. Borough council stated that the issue seemed to be over the question of political signs which are only allowed to be put up thirty days before an election per an ordinance put into place in the early 2000's.