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Pedestrian struck by vehicle, killed

June 20, 2013 A 5:30 p.m. crash at the Seventh Avenue, Union Avenue and 25th Street intersection on Wednesday killed a pedestrian and shut down sections of all three roads for hour. more »»

 
 
 

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Trial begins in death of Manns Choice man

June 20, 2013 BEDFORD — The first day of Randy Foor’s Bedford County trial for allegedly killing his friend in a beer-fueled argument was marked Wednesday with solemn memories of the victim’s life punctuated by a... more »»

City man wants to withdraw his pleas

June 20, 2013 HOLLIDAYSBURG — An Altoona businessman who was placed on probation in March for conspiracy and receiving stolen property wants to withdraw his guilty pleas because, he said, the prosecution knew it... more »»

HASD passes budget with no tax increase

June 20, 2013 HOLLIDAYSBURG — The Hollidaysburg Area school board passed a $43 million budget with no tax increase and a $457,000 deficit that will be covered by the district’s fund balanc. more »»

C-K board approves 5 teacher furloughs

June 20, 2013 CLAYSBURG — In a 5-3 vote Wednesday, the Claysburg-Kimmel school board approved a 2013-14 budget that requires five teacher furloughs, a property tax increase and a dip into the district’s fund... more »»

Local Sports

Grilli blows first save in Pirate loss

June 20, 2013 CINCINNATI — Jay Bruce ended Jason Grilli’s saves streak with a solo homer in the ninth, and Brandon Philips singled with the bases loaded in the 13th inning on Wednesday night, rallying the... more »»

Seven straight Ws for Curve

June 20, 2013 With a 1-9 record but a 2.86 ERA, Eliecer Navarro didn’t get run support or luck in Single-A Bradenton. He got it in his first start in Double-. more »»

Dickerson, Polanco have most MLB potential on Curve offense right now

June 20, 2013 There hasn’t been a lot to be optimistic about with the Curve the past 2 ¢ years when it comes to high-ceiling, high-impact position player prospects. more »»

Free stepping up from assistant role at NBC

June 20, 2013 After serving as an assistant varsity boys basketball coach at Northern Bedford High School for the past nine seasons, Jason Free won the opportunity to move up to the top level this past Tuesday... more »»

Seven area players selected for game

June 20, 2013 From Mirror reports Seven area high school senior softball players will hit the field one more time and eight former players — including three from Philipsburg-Osceola and two from Claysburg-Kimmel ... more »»

Former players support Paterno lawsuit

June 18, 2013 STATE COLLEGE — About 325 former Penn State players and coaches have signed a statement supporting the lawsuit filed by the family of former coach Joe Paterno and other former players seeking to... more »»

2 listed as starting QB on PSU depth chart

June 14, 2013 Adrian Amos is arguably Penn State’s best defensive player, and he will get a chance to make more plays on the field this season as he’s been moved from cornerback to safety. more »»

Beaver Stadium could host hockey

June 10, 2013 UNIVERSITY PARK — The earliest the puck could drop on a potential outdoor hockey game at Penn State’s Beaver Stadium would be 2014. more »»

Canadian QB picks PSU

June 9, 2013 Bill O’Brien’s track record with quarterbacks has attracted another of the best prospects at the position to Penn Stat. more »»

Judge tosses Corbett's lawsuit vs. NCAA

June 6, 2013 HARRISBURG — A federal judge on Thursday threw out the governor's lawsuit against the NCAA over sanctions against Penn State related to Jerry Sandusky, calling his argument "a Hail Mary pass" that... more »»

Obituaries

E. Elsie Kisielnicki

June 20, 2013 E. Elsie Kisielnicki, 91, Red Lion, formerly of Altoona, died Tuesday evening, June 18, 2013, at Mount Joy Hospice and Community Care Center. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. more »»

Timothy Lynn ‘Tim’ Weaver

June 20, 2013 Timothy Lynn “Tim” Weaver, 58, Altoona, died Wednesday at Altoona Regional. He was born in Altoona, son of Paul F. Weaver and the late Janet M. (Ferguson) Weaver. more »»

The Rev. R. Donald Weltmer

June 20, 2013 The Rev. R. Donald Weltmer, 79, formerly of Altoona, died Wednesday. He was born in Altoona, son of Ralph and R. Elizabeth (Saylor) Weltmer. more »»

Mary Ann Brink

June 19, 2013 Mary Ann Brink, 61, LaJose RD, died Monday. She was born in Spangler, daughter of the late John E. and Hazel F. (Link) Kelly. She married Bert Brink on June 14, 1975, in Chest Springs. more »»

John Michael Carter

June 19, 2013 John Michael Carter, 46, Erie, formerly of Altoona, died unexpectedly Sunday, June 16, 2013, at UPMC Hamot in Erie of a massive stroke. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Roy F. more »»

Area Life

Father's Day Makeover 2013: Son's letter shows admiration, appreciation for what Hollidaysburg man has done for his family

June 16, 2013 There was one constant refrain throughout the day: “I don’t feel like I did anything special.” But to his son, everything that he’s done for his family makes Domenic “Nick” Cecere Jr. more »»

Sisterhood at the Mishler: ‘Menopause The Musical’ brings bond, healing to stage

June 15, 2013 The Mishler Theatre in Altoona recently installed central air conditioning, and its most appreciative audience might just be coming up. more »»

Providing a permanent home

June 13, 2013 By the age of 10, Zoe Ball of Altoona had already been in three or four foster care homes. She doesn’t remember the exact number. more »»

Former Altoonan remembered for contribution to the arts

June 13, 2013 Sometimes art imitates life, and sometimes life seems to imitate art. more »»

‘Kinky Boots’ takes home best musical and six Tony Awards

June 9, 2013 NEW YORK — The feel-good musical “Kinky Boots,” with songs by pop star and Broadway newcomer Cyndi Lauper, won a leading six 2013 Tony Awards on Sunday, including best musical, best score and best... more »»

Local Business

Burgmeier’s buys Waste Management routes

June 18, 2013 Burgmeier’s Hauling has bought all the residential and the “rearload” commercial container accounts in Blair County from Waste Management, effective July 1. more »»

New Pig's co-founder to receive chamber lifetime achievement award

June 16, 2013 Ben Stapelfeld tells it like it is. more »»

Art gallery opening Thursday

June 11, 2013 HOLLIDAYSBURG — Members of the local art community are excited about the opening of a new art gallery in Hollidaysburg. more »»

Leadership Blair County to graduate 23 members

June 9, 2013 Graduation ceremonies will be held Thursday at The Casino at Lakemont Park for the Leader­ship Blair County Class of 2013. more »»

ABCD Corp. closing on business park land

June 4, 2013 CLAYSBURG — Altoona-Blair County Development Corp. has decided to move forward with the acquisition of a tract of land in Greenfield Township that it plans to turn into a new business park. ABCD Corp. more »»

 
 

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