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74th annual Maple Festival kicks off in Somerset County this weekend

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SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — The 74th annual Maple Festival kicked off in Somerset County this weekend. Dozens of people gathered at the Meyersdale Lions Club on Saturday morning for some sausage and pancakes...served with some fresh maple syrup of course. Visitors could stop by the quilt show, many vendors, tractor and truck shows, all while watching live entertainment. Rebecca Wright was crowned the 74th Maple Queen who said the festival is a tradition for many families. Read More...

Johnstown Salvation Army closing dental center; will still help provide dental services

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Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — The Salvation Army announced earlier this week that it will close its Johnstown dental center later this month. It was first reported back in November that the group planned to move the dental center to a new location on Goucher Street in Upper Yoder Township. Since then, officials say they’ve been faced with unexpected obstacles due to rental property issues, and although the brick and mortar location will be closing, officials say they still plan to provide help for those with dental healthcare needs. Read More...

Thunder in the Valley 2022 Schedule

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Thunder in the Valley 2022CAMBRIA COUN TY, Pa. (WJAC) — The annual motorcycle rally 'Thunder in the Valley' is just about here for Johnstown. While many locals are preparing their eardrums for the rumbling of engines this weekend, others are traveling across the region to experience the "vendors, live musical entertainment, and displays from motorcycle manufacturers." These will be located in various downtown areas, including Central Park, Suppes Ford Biker Mall, Johns Street, and Peoples Natural Gas Park. Read More...