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Local farm recycles trees with the help of goats

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SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Now that Christmas has passed, it's time to take down the tree and make those new year resolutions. But you might want to think twice before you put your tree on the curb for pickup. Dozens of Christmas trees are piled high at Trinity Farms Center for Healing to be recycled, but not in the usual way. For some four-legged friends on the farm, the best Christmas gift isn't found under the tree. Read More...

Local father spurs suicide awareness after stepson's tragic loss

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CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — One local father is letting teens know that there is always help. P.J. Shell says his stepson, Maverick Baker, took his own life back in February. Baker was a hockey player for the Bishop McCort Crushers. His stepdad speaking with students at Richland High School about suicide awareness. The program is called “Maverick's Mission” and shines light on stressers that can impact a teen's mental health. Read More...

Northern Cambria Priest placed on leave following allegations of sexual misconduct

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JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — A Northern Cambria priest has been placed on leave from public ministry after being accused of sexual misconduct involving a minor in the 1980s, according to a release from the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. According to the release, Father Donald Dusza was pastor of Prince of Peace Parish. The 63-year-old Twin Rocks native was ordained as a priest in 1983 and has served various parishes throughout the diocese. Read More...