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Family, friends gather to remember 10-year-old boy who died after being pulled from Stonycreek River

Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — A candlelight vigil was held Tuesday evening for the 10-year-old boy that accidentally drowned in the Stonycreek River this past weekend. Dozens of people showed up to rememberDakota Locher after authorities say he reportedly fell into the river trying to retrieve a lost toy. “Dakota was a good boy. He loved God, and mostly, when I would tell him something he would do it. But this time they just wanted to have a good time, I guess.

Grampian post office closed until further notice after truck crashes into building

UPDATE:GRAMPIAN, Pa. (WJAC) — Officials with the United States Postal Service say that the post office in Grampian, Clearfield County will be closed until further notice after a truck crashed into the building over the weekend. Beginning Monday, May 16, residents in the Grampian area can pick up their mail at the post office in Curwensville, located at 525 State Street. Officials say it is unclear how long it will take to repair the Grampian post office.

Pest control worker caught urinating in local family's living room enters plea

Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — Cambria County court officials confirmed that an area pest control worker who was caught on video urinating inside a local family's living room has entered a plea in the case. Officials say Roger Young appeared in court earlier this week where he pleaded guilty to one count of disorderly conduct. Authorities note that the charge was downgraded to a non-traffic citation, and his other charge of criminal mischief was withdrawn.

Windber post office to temporarily close for repairs

Windber, PA (WJAC) — Officials with the United States Postal Service say the post office in Windber will be temporarily closed for repairs. USPS officials say the closure will begin at the end of the business day on Saturday. During the closure, officials say local residents will be able to access their mail at the post office in Elton. The postal service says the repairs to the Windber facility are expected to last approximately one month.

146th county fair held in Bedford County

BEDFORD, Pa. (WJAC) — The 146th Bedford County fair is happening through July 27. Admission includes rides, exhibits and grandstand shows the fair has to offer. The midway opens each day at 2:30 p.m. and shuts down for a safety check at 5 p.m., then opens back up until 10 p.m. Wednesday’s events feature bull ride mania rides from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. A demolition derby is taking place Thursday, and Friday is the day for fast car racing.