Courtney Murphy

06/03/2023

HAPPENING TODAY!! Courage for Kiera Foundation is hosting their sixth annual yard and bake sale at Father Kelly Hall in Altoona

ALTOONA, Pa (WTAJ)–The Courage For Kiera Foundation is kicking off its sixth annual yard sale in Altoona this weekend. The Courage for Kiera Foundation was started back in 2017 by Madi Fulchi…

06/02/2023

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!! Altoona Area Library hosting summer programs with the theme "All together Now"

ALTOONA, Pa (WTAJ)– Registration is now open for the Altoona Area Public Library’s summer programs. The 2023 Summer Quest is an eight-week program for all ages. This year’s theme …

06/02/2023

Thank you so much Central PA for two wonderful years. It was a pleasure telling your stories 💕 one final sign off.

06/02/2023

The Learning Lamp initiating new mini-grant system to help tackle to many issues surrounding childcare.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WTAJ)—The Learning Lamp is taking the lead in trying to resolve the childcare industry through its three-year plan. One part of that program is its mini-grants system. The…

05/31/2023

Early Learning Resource Center offer many programs that can help low-income families save money on their childcare cost.

(WTAJ)–Childcare across the commonwealth is still in high demand and as school approaches the final days, the need grows higher. The Center for Community Action’s Early Learning Resourc…

05/30/2023

Johnstown Police Department unveils their new patrol lights that help officer's visibility and increase public safety.

JOHNSTOWN, Pa (WTAJ)–The Johnstown Police Department unveiled new patrol lights that they say will help with public safety and increase officer visibility. The department’s nine patrol …

05/25/2023

Anyone who live in Juniata Watershed Area are encouraged to take this survey to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to help rebuild their management plan

(WTAJ)–The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is asking residents from the Juniata Watershed area to participate in a survey to help with their Juniata Watershed Management Plan. This Juniata W…

05/24/2023

The Path of the Flood Trail officially completed after 22 years of construction since the first piece was installed.

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WTAJ)–The Path of the Flood Trail is officially complete 22 years after the first construction phase. The Cambria County Conservation and Recreation Authority and National…

05/24/2023

Happy belated Birthday to Roxie Thomas!! Thomas celebrated her 100th year of living surrounded by family and friends 🎂

ALTOONA, Pa (WTAJ)–Altoona native Roxie A. (Harris) Thomas is now a part of the 100-year-old club celebrating the landmark Monday surrounded by her friends and family. Thomas was born on May …

05/23/2023

Huntingdon and Mount Union EMTs enrolled 19-week course to become Advanced EMTs. Once completed, they'll become the first Advanced EMTs in Huntingdon County.

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa (WTAJ)– For the first time in the county’s history, nine Huntingdon, and Mount Union EMTs are working towards their certifications to become Advanced EMTs. Advance…

05/22/2023

Meet "Bean," the Central PA Humane Society's new mascot. You can meet him at Humane Society events or promoting Greenbean Coffee House's "pup cups" in their drive-thru

ALTOONA, Pa (WTAJ)–The Central PA Humane Society debuted their new mascot “Bean” Friday as they accepted their donation from Greenbean Coffee House. Bean got his name from Greenbe…

05/16/2023

Big improvements are on the way at the Blair Regional YMCA's wellness center!!! See what's in store and how it'll improve the community.

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WTAJ)–The Blair County Regional YMCA is receiving a much-needed refurbishment to its wellness center after not having regular upgrades since the pandemic. This refurbishment…