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We Care Pregnancy Center offers 'help, hope and healing for women'

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We Care Pregnancy Center offers 'help, hope and healing for women'

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PUNXSUTAWNEY — The “We Care” Pregnancy Center provides “help, hope and healing” for women facing an unexpected pregnancy. While that mission usually entails preventing an abortion it can also mean giving a newborn a new home.Read Article

Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Young Girl in Jefferson County

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Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Young Girl in Jefferson County

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (EYT) – A social media broadcast led to an investigation resulting in multiple felony charges against a 23-year-old Clarion County man for alleged sexual offenses against a minor. The investigation began Monday when a parent brought the victim to the Punxsutawney Police Department to file a report, according to court documents. Jeremy R. Harris, of Shippenville, faces twelve charges, including multiple counts of indecent assaul…Read Article

Robert Eugene “Bob” Umbaugh

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Robert Eugene “Bob” Umbaugh

Robert “”Bob”” Eugene Umbaugh, 79, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2025, at the Embassy of Hillsdale Park. He was born at home in Armstrong County on September 26, 1945, a son of the late Wilbert Luther “”Shine”” Umbaugh and Janet Larina (Shreckengost) Umbaugh. Prior to his illness, he worked at Jackson China and as a mechanic at Umbaugh’s Sales and Service. Robert faced each day with remarkable grace. The love and care he rece…Read Article

Clayton Craig Snyder Jr.

Clayton Craig Snyder, Jr., 80, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Pittsburgh on February 28, 1945, a son of the late Clayton Craig Snyder, Sr. and Elizabeth (Pistorius) Snyder. Following his graduation in 1963, Clayton went to the United States Marine Corps and honorably served two tours in the Vietnam War as a field radio operator. On April 20, 1968, he married the …Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney Read Article

Dr. John E. Quatroche

Dr. John E. Quatroche, 103, died on Monday, May 19, 2025, at his home. He was born May 2, 1922, in St. Marys a son of the late Eleanor (Testine) and Angelo Quatroche. He was the last remaining member of his family. On November 24, 1955, he married Eileen F. (Zitzler) Quatroche, who survives. They were married for 69 years. Dr. Quatroche served in the United States Army Air Corps during WWII from 1944 to 1946 as a pilot with the 43rd Troop Carrie…Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney Read Article

Chucks rout Bison for 4th straight D-9 title

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DUBOIS — The Punxsutawney and Clearfield baseball teams played an instant classic just over a week ago to end the regular season in Punxsy — a 10-inning thriller that saw the Chucks win 5-4 in walk-off fashion in a game…Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney See the Story

State Police Calls: Jail Threat, Vehicle Chase, and Debit Card Theft

Punxsutawney-based State Police dealt with a range of incidents, including a threat made inside the Jefferson County Jail, a fleeing suspect in a side-by-side vehicle, and a theft involving a stolen debit card number. A threat incident was reported at the Jefferson County Jail when a 32-year-old inmate claimed another inmate had threatened to shank him. Troopers responded to the call around 5:17 p.m. on May 18. The investigation is ongoing. On M…Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney Read Article

Punxsutawney Man Charged With Assault After Alleged Drunken Attack on Wife

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (EYT) – A Punxsutawney man is facing assault and harassment charges after police say he repeatedly punched his wife during a drunken outburst earlier this month. According to a criminal complaint filed by Patrolman Wright, of the Punxsutawney Borough Police Department, officers were dispatched to a 911 hang-up call on May 1 at a residence on Clark Street. Upon arrival, officers found a woman crying on the front porch who told t…Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney Read Article

State Police Calls: Kayak, Fuel, and Cash App Thefts Investigations

State police are investigating a string of thefts reported in recent weeks, including a stolen kayak, fuel taken from a cemetery shed, and a money transfer using a victim’s phone. A theft of approximately $2,300 was reported on April 25 along Route 28 in Pine Creek Township. Police said the funds were misappropriated, and the investigation is still open. In Bell Township, a 10-foot blue and white Sundolphin kayak was reported stolen from a prope…Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney Read Article

14 Traditions That Started as Practical Jokes

Many of our most beloved customs and traditions have surprisingly mischievous origins. The solemn ceremonies and cheerful celebrations we participate in today often began as someone’s idea of a good laugh. What we now consider cultural touchstones were once clever pranks or lighthearted jests that somehow stuck around. Here is a list of 14 traditions that actually began as practical jokes, proving that yesterday’s prank can become tomorrow’s che…Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney Read Article

Melvin E. “Pete” Whitesell

Melvin E. “Pete” Whitesell, 84, of Horatio Street, Punxsutawney, died Wednesday, April 23, 2025. A familiar face takes his last stroll through his hometown. He was born May 13, 1940, in Punxsutawney, a son of the late Bessie Stothard and Eugene Whitesell. Pete was raised and educated in Punxsutawney before he was drafted into the United States Army, eventually being stationed in Germany and France from 1962 to 1964. He served in the Army reserve…Punxsutawney · Punxsutawney Read Article

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