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Spirit Airlines flight reverses course after panic over possible water landing

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A Spirit Airlines flight returned safely to Montego Bay, Jamaica Sunday after a suspected mechanical issue caused panic and confusion inside the cabin. According to CNN, passengers were told to prepare for a water landing shortly after the aircraft diverted from its path to Florida. The airline said in a statement that reversing course was "out of an abundance of caution following a suspected mechanical issue." After being deplaned, passengers were put on a different plane to reach their destination safely. Read More...

Beaver Stadium to begin selling alcohol during game vs Northwestern

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University Park, PA (WJAC) — Penn State University announced Wednesday that Beaver Stadium will begin selling beer during the Nittany Lions' upcoming game against Northwestern University. The approval of alcohol sales was debated for several weeks before the Penn State Board of Trustees finally gave the plan the "green light" at a meeting last Friday. According to the press release, all patrons who are 21 years of age or older will be required to show ID and will be given a wristband to purchase alcohol. Read More...

Crews battle overnight fire at Johnstown metal supplier

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JOHNSTOWN, Pa (WJAC) — According to Cambria County dispatchers, several crews battled an overnight fire at a Johnstown metal supplier. Officials say the fire broke out around 11:30 p.m. Friday at the North American Hoganas building, located at 101 Bridge Street. Johnstown Fire Chief Bob Statler says the fire occurred inside the building. Crews from Johnstown, Richland, West Hills, Greensburg and Latrobe were all on scene to assist. No injuries have been reported. Read More...