JOHNSTOWN —
Today’s edition of The Tribune-Democrat was printed more than 24 hours before it was shipped to residences and businesses across the region.
The paper is usually finished around 1 a.m. and sent out soon afterward. However, because of concerns that the storm currently ripping across the region could cause widespread power outages, the company decided to print this edition one day early. It was completed around midnight on Tuesday.
In order to meet the early press start for today’s edition, The Tribune-Democrat staff put Tuesday’s paper to bed earlier than usual Monday evening.
“From our analysis and tracking, this storm is the real deal. High winds and snow look certain,” said Publisher Robin Quillon.
“Our track record of uninterrupted service to our readers over these many years is very important to us, and the safety of our independent newspaper carriers is paramount. With those two priorities in mind, and not knowing if the power will remain on consistently, we decided not only to go early printing Tuesday’s paper, but we also decided to print Wednesday’s paper Monday night as well.”
It is believed to be the first time The Tribune-Democrat has printed an edition in advance. That includes its production schedule during the chaos of the 1977 Flood.
“In my 44 years here, I would use the word ‘unprecedented,’ ” said Tribune-Democrat staff writer Tom Lavis. “Perhaps we never did because we never had the cutting-edge technology of our current production level.”
Certain items, such as winning lottery numbers and death notices, could not be included today. Please see Thursday’s newspaper for that information. The company will continue posting content, including storm updates, at tribdem.com, barring a power outage in the downtown Johnstown area.
Latest News
Today’s edition of newspaper prints early
- Latest News
-
-
Game officials: Bald eagle killed in Cambria County
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is trying to determine who fatally shot a bald eagle in western Pennsylvania earlier this month.
-
10 things to know for today
Your look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:
-
Independents, minor-party members locked out of primary election
More than 1 million registered voters in Pennsylvania will be barred from casting a ballot today because the state only allows registered Democrats and Republicans to participate in the primary election.
-
Huge tornado hits Oklahoma
A monstrous tornado at least a half-mile wide roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods and destroying an elementary school with a direct blow as children and teachers huddled against winds up to 200 mph. At least 51 people were killed, and officials said the death toll was expected to rise.
-
Permit path cleared: Construction soon on Rt. 219 project
The final permit is on the way for a Somerset-to-Meyersdale Route 219 improvement project to begin.
It’s a years-in-the-making step that will allow the estimated $300 million plan to be advertised for bids in the coming weeks – and if all goes well, move it to construction this fall, U.S. Rep. Bill Shuster said Monday. -
Emergency response team hones skills at training camp
Almost certainly, no Cambria County Special Emergency Response Team members will ever be called upon to create a small bridge out of two pieces of wood and rope, use the newfangled walkway to get a group of individuals from one point to another, pick up an object at the end of the course and then figure out a way back to the starting point.
But the skills SERT officers gain by participating in drills like those – leadership, teamwork, trust and creativity – can be invaluable when they are serving and protecting the community. -
Fun Day event to spotlight YMCA expansion
The Y logo may be seen from the sky June 15 when Greater Johnstown YMCA community members get together to form a logo comprised of people at a Community Fun Day.
-
Agency will provide produce vouchers to eligible seniors
Income-eligible residents ages 60 and older will have a chance to stock up a bit on locally grown produce through a voucher program offered in Cambria and Somerset counties this year.
-
Poverty simulation slated for today
Annamarie Pihs experienced firsthand the kind of harsh economic times she will be helping educate Johnstown community leaders about during today’s Walk a Day in My Shoes: Understanding Poverty event at Greater Johnstown High School.
-
In Brief | 27 students escape injury in bus crash
State police in Ebensburg are investigating a school bus crash that happened Monday on Route 36 in Clearfield Township.
- More Latest News Headlines
-
Game officials: Bald eagle killed in Cambria County
Looking for Love? Take the Prague Metro
Crews Race to Find Survivors of Okla. Twister
First Person: Baby Falcons on a New York Bridge
Oklahoma: Images of Devastation, Reunion
Reunited Dad, Son: 'We Just Praise God'
Slow Pokes: Acupuncture Helps Sick Turtles
Moore, Okla. City of Reunions, Tears After Storm
Former IRS Chief: Can't Say How List Happened
Gov. Fallin: Okla. Facing Horrific Disaster
Tim Cook Defends Apple's Tax Accounting
AP Photograher: 'It Was a Miracle' They Got Out
Raw: Crews Search for Survivors of Okla. Tornado
Raw: Tearful Reunion After Okla. Tornado
OKC Hospital Describes Treating Tornado Wounded
Obama Pledges Urgent Aid for Tornado Victims
Raw: Massive Funnel Clouds in Oklahoma
