Officials hope 2nd passenger train between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg spurs growth
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Paid articlePaywallFor Sale: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau in Johnstown, Pennsylvania: Find classic cars, collector cars and vintage muscle cars on ClassicCars.com. Search ...
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Johnstown police sergeant fired but not facing charges after driving drunk to work
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Police hope reward draws clues about Pa. woman’s 1974 death: Pennsylvania State Police are offering a $5,000 reward for information in the unsolved strangulation ...
pennlive.com/crime/2026/09/police-hope-reward-draws-clues-about-pa-womans-1974-death.html

SportsNet Pittsburgh announces Katie Florio as the Penguins' new rinkside reporter
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Paid articlePaywallBrandon McGinley: For Pittsburgh’s Nepalese community, Himalaya floods aren’t a faraway tragedy
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Paid articlePaywallThe public relations professor grew up eating whoopie pies — called gobs in his native Johnstown — and now he's campaigning to bring the regional dessert ... Show more
Penn State professor is on a sweet mission to give a Pa. treat its own emoji
Penn State professor is on a sweet mission to give a Pa. treat its own emoji
There are familiar names on the list, including Harrisburg, Lancaster, Chambersburg and Johnstown.
Nearly 20 Pa. spots among ‘Best Places to Live’ Nearly 20 Pa. spots among ‘Best Places to Live’
Johnstown airport prepared for passenger 'surge' due to Spirit shutdown
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Paid articlePaywallThe art of the egg: Ukrainian pysanky tradition endures in Carnegie
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Paid articlePaywallPittsburgh model and mother who died after vehicle fell into Mon River described as 'a beacon of grace'
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Paid articlePaywallOpinionHoward: This steelworker's son is living his car dreams by selling Ferraris: Tom Shugars has come a long way from a small town in western Pennsylvania to 'the ...
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‘I’m fearful people will die’: Pennsylvania reckons with impact of Trump cuts: In Johnstown, thousands live in poverty – and voters went for Trump ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/04/trump-federal-cuts-pennsylvania

Little League Softball World Series 2025: Live updates, highlights, scores today: The Little League Softball World Series continues on Wednesday with two more ...
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Pennsylvania kindergartener shares Jell-O shots with classmates, school says : A Pennsylvania kindergartener shared alcoholic Jell-O shots with at least three ...
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Pennsylvania flood museum temporarily closed due to flooding: Cold weather causes leak at Johnstown Flood Museum, which commemorates 1889 catastrophe that killed ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/28/johnstown-flood-museum-closed

Pa. one of the least affordable states for gas, reports finds: Pennsylvania is among the states the least affordable states for gas.
pennlive.com/life/2025/01/pa-one-of-the-least-affordable-states-for-gas-reports-finds.html

Freeze out! More than 60 million expected to face snow, ice and wind as storm moves across US
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Democrats retain 1-seat majority control of the Pennsylvania House: Democrats will keep their majority control of the Pennsylvania state House of Representatives ...
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Steelers legend’s son gets 16 years in prison after Pa. drug bust: He was arrested a couple of years ago.
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Democrats retain 1-seat majority control of the Pennsylvania House: Democrats will keep their majority control of the Pennsylvania state House of Representatives ...
post-gazette.com/news/election-2024/2024/11/08/pennsylvania-house-results-democrats-majority/stories/202411080068

Mick Clifford: Many voters in the rust belt look at Donald Trump and like what they see
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Colleges are key to Democrats' strategy to lose by less in rural Pennsylvania: In the rural, red parts of Pennsylvania, young Democratic organizers have a plan ...
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JD Vance Confronted by Dozens of Empty Seats at Pennsylvania Event: The Ohio senator held an event in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
newsweek.com/jd-vance-crowd-size-pennsylvania-1968398

Key FactsPolitical Figures Visit NASCAR Amid Playoffs
Oct 14, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymail.co.uk
- Vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance and Donald Trump Jr. made an unofficial campaign appearance at the Charlotte NASCAR event, gaining exclusive access including the drivers' meeting and interaction with Richard Petty.
- NASCAR icon Richard Petty and his son Kyle Petty were present to host the political visitors and engage with the racing community.
- Kyle Larson dominated the Roval 400 by winning his sixth race of the season, advancing to the next round of NASCAR playoffs.
- Alex Bowman’s disqualification for failing post-race weight requirements eliminated him from playoff contention and reinstated Joey Logano as a title contender.
Opinion | What a Deadly Flood Revealed About America: In 1889, Johnstown, Pa., witnessed extraordinary heroism, managerial genius and deep endurance.
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Kongsberg expands weapon turret production in US facility: Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, through its U.S. subsidiary, has announced a significant expansion of ...
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Trump refuses to criticize Laura Loomer amid concerns from Republican allies about her influence
mercurynews.com/2024/09/13/trump-campaigns-in-western-states-as-harris-focuses-on-critical-pennsylvania/

Key FactsVance Condemns Loomer's Comments on Harris
Sep 15, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Senator JD Vance distanced himself from Laura Loomer's derogatory remarks about Vice President Kamala Harris, stressing the need to focus on political issues.
- Vance, whose wife is of Indian American descent, stated he does not react to everything online and does not find the comments offensive.
- He reiterated a controversial claim regarding Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, stating that media outlets are ignoring such topics.
- The false rumors about pet consumption were also echoed by Trump, leading to strong pushback from local authorities.
Harris says she's 'feeling very good about Pennsylvania' during campaign stop in battleground state
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Key FactsHarris Optimistic About Pennsylvania During Campaign Visit
Sep 13, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- Vice President Kamala Harris expressed optimism about Pennsylvania during her campaign stop, despite mixed reactions from supporters and detractors.
- Harris emphasized the importance of listening to citizens and announced plans to spend more time in Pennsylvania.
- She also discussed her appreciation for small businesses and the need to engage with communities.
- Harris's campaign is entering a more intense phase, focusing on local interviews and reaching out to undecided voters.
In Johnstown, Harris pledges support for small businesses: JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — Vice President Kamala Harris arrived in Johnstown Friday, visiting a small business ...
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Trump rally-goer to be charged for rushing media section in Pa.: police: Trump’s campaign tried to distance the former president from the man and his actions ...
pennlive.com/elections/2024/08/trump-rally-goer-to-be-charged-for-rushing-media-section-in-pa-police.html

Key FactsDisruption at Trump Rally in Pennsylvania
Aug 31, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: detroitnews.com
- A man disrupted Donald Trump's speech in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, by rushing into the press area, where he was subdued with a Taser by police.
- This incident occurred after Trump criticized media coverage during his speech.
- The crowd cheered as police escorted the man away, prompting Trump to remark on the enjoyment of his rallies.
- Another individual was subsequently handcuffed and removed from the crowd, though it was unclear if this was related to the initial disruption.
At Pennsylvania Rally, Trump Tries to Explain Arlington Cemetery Clash: At two events on Friday, the former president insisted that he had not been seeking ...
nytimes.com/2024/08/30/us/politics/trump-rally-arlington.html

Key FactsControversy Surrounds Arlington Cemetery's Section 60
Aug 31, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
- Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery, primarily designated for fallen U.S. veterans from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, has become controversial following an attempt by a cemetery staff member to stop a photo opportunity for the Trump campaign.
- An altercation occurred between cemetery personnel and Trump campaign representatives, as only authorized staff are permitted to take photographs in this area.
- Arlington National Cemetery's rules explicitly prohibit political campaign activities, and the cemetery confirmed that a report regarding the incident had been filed, without providing further details.
- Trump also laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, amidst ongoing controversies regarding his activities in Section 60.
I've Traveled Across The Country To Attend Trump Rallies. Here's What You Won't See On TV.
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Security staff tackled an attendee who, according to eyewitnesses, corrected Donald Trump's pronunciation of Kamala Harris' name during his campaign rally in ... Show more
After a rally in Johnstown, Trump to speak at Moms for Liberty event: In a “fireside chat” conversation in the nation’s capital, the former president will seek ...
pennlive.com/politics/2024/08/after-a-rally-in-johnstown-trump-to-speak-at-moms-for-liberty-event.html

Key FactsTrump Critiques LGBTQ+ Rights and Emphasizes Parental Control
Aug 31, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- Donald Trump criticized transgender issues and advocated for parental rights at the Moms for Liberty summit in Washington.
- He opposed transgender women in sports and called for restrictions on gender-affirming healthcare.
- Trump highlighted the importance of school choice and parental involvement, describing school boards as 'dictatorships'.
- The event, characterized by a festive atmosphere, raised concerns about potential alienation of moderate voters.
Man arrested at Trump rally in Pennsylvania wanted to hang a protest banner, police say
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Trump to appear in Johnstown Friday: Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump will appear at a rally in Johnstown on Friday ...
post-gazette.com/news/election-2024/2024/08/26/trump-to-appear-in-johnstown-friday/stories/202408260064

Trump stays on point, gets a packed house in Johnstown campaign stop: Staying in line with what his talking points have been at other recent rallies ...
post-gazette.com/news/election-2024/2024/08/30/trump-johnstown-campaign-pennsylvania-rally/stories/202408300104

Protester who interrupted Trump rally to face charges, according to local police: A protester who interrupted former President Donald Trump's rally in Johnstown ...
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/protester-interrupted-trump-rally-face-misdemeanor-charges-rcna169130

Donald Trump said he ‘brought back steel’ in Johnstown four years ago. He’ll be back Friday to boost his base.
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Progressive Rep. Ro Khanna tours steel and coal towns with an eye on higher office
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Coroner IDs skeletal remains found in attic crawl space of Pa. home: The body was found partially wrapped in a tarp and was hidden inside a crawl space in a home ...
pennlive.com/crime/2024/07/coroner-ids-skeletal-remains-found-in-attic-crawl-space-of-pa-home.html

Human remains found at former home of Pennsylvania man convicted of killing his wife
nydailynews.com/2024/06/09/human-remains-found-former-home-man-convicted-killing-wife/

Work to restore 130-year-old Pa. cable railroad paused by safety issues: The Johnstown Inclined Plane was built in 1891 to lift people to safety should another ...
pennlive.com/news/2024/05/work-to-restore-130-year-old-pa-cable-railroad-paused-by-safety-issues.html

Shapiro says he wants to ‘get s--- done.’ He’s made it his slogan, profanity and all
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Paid articlePaywallPennsylvania's Gov. Josh Shapiro wants to 'get s--- done.' : Gov. Josh Shapiro has a new slogan for how he wants to run Pennsylvania — and it's not fit for kids' ...
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Pa. governor wants to double funding for first-responder grant program: Gov. Josh Shapiro shared a tidbit of information about what will be in his 2024-25 budget ...
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