Mirror Extras           | Altoona's Spirit of Christmas canceled for tonight; rescheduled for Dec. 12 December 5, 2013 The eight annual Spirit of Christmas Parade in downtown Altoona originally scheduled for tonight (Dec. 5) has been canceled because of inclement weather. It has been rescheduled for 6 p.m. more »»  Local News Regular testing ordered for driver December 5, 2013 HOLLIDAYSBURG — A Duncansville motorist who was charged three times in 27 days with driving under the influence has been ordered by Blair County Judge Daniel J. more »»  Tree farmers report good season December 5, 2013 Area Christmas tree growers expect another banner year this holiday season. more »» Martinsburg police, residents seeking source of recent blast December 5, 2013 MARTINSBURG — Police in Martinsburg have enlisted public help in identifying a “ground-shaking” blast that drew attention Wednesday afternoon across Morrisons Cove. more »» Police: Man threatened family on Thanksgiving December 5, 2013 A Virginia man faces charges after police said he pulled a knife and threatened to kill people. Benjamin D. McCloskey, 29, of Centreville, Va. more »» Local Sports Giger: Krimmel's tenure at SFU disappointing so far December 5, 2013 LORETTO -- What happened to the St. more »» Change part of new normal for PSU football December 5, 2013 One of the hallmarks of the Joe Paterno era was the stability of his coaching staff. more »» Tomlin penalty makes history December 5, 2013 PITTSBURGH — Here’s another adjective Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin can call his ill-timed two-step onto the field last Thursday night against Baltimore. Expensive. more »» Lady Lions lose to Top 5 team again December 5, 2013 UNIVERSITY PARK — For the second time in 17 days, the Penn State women’s basketball team welcomed a top-five opponent to the Bryce Jordan Center. The outcome was once again the same. more »» Backup QB will transfer December 5, 2013 Tyler Ferguson competed for Penn State’s starting quarterback job in preseason camp, and at one point coach Bill O’Brien said Ferguson was “a little bit ahead” of Christian Hackenberg. more »» PSU Change part of new normal for PSU football December 5, 2013 One of the hallmarks of the Joe Paterno era was the stability of his coaching staff. more »» Lady Lions lose to Top 5 team again December 5, 2013 UNIVERSITY PARK — For the second time in 17 days, the Penn State women’s basketball team welcomed a top-five opponent to the Bryce Jordan Center. The outcome was once again the same. more »» Backup QB will transfer December 5, 2013 Tyler Ferguson competed for Penn State’s starting quarterback job in preseason camp, and at one point coach Bill O’Brien said Ferguson was “a little bit ahead” of Christian Hackenberg. more »» Defense helps Pitt beat Penn State December 4, 2013 PITTSBURGH — Penn State men’s basketball coach Patrick Chambers often talks about winning plays that decide games against good teams. more »» Giger: Chambers fired up after loss, angry about perception of PSU hoops December 4, 2013 PITTSBURGH — Patrick Chambers walked into the media room with a stern face, looking ticked off after a tough loss. He wanted this game badly. OK, the fiery coach wants every game badly. more »» Obituaries Betty L. Weiser December 5, 2013 Betty L. Weiser, 83, Bellwood, died early Wednesday morning at Epworth Manor, Tyrone. She was born in Antis Township, daughter of the late Clarence C. and Violet B. (Bricker) Montgomery. more »» Gail P. Criste December 5, 2013 Gail P. Criste, 73, Altoona, formerly of Sidney, N.Y., died unexpectedly Sunday after a short battle with cancer. She was born in Pulaski, N.Y. more »» Arthur I. Aungst December 5, 2013 Arthur I. Aungst, 92, Hesston, died Tuesday afternoon at Valley View Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in McKee, son of the late George M. and Sara K. (Lewis) Aungst. more »»  Michael W. ‘Mick’ French December 5, 2013 Michael W. “Mick” French, 66, Duncansville, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday evening at his residence. He was born in Altoona, son of Louis Bert Jack and Georgetta M. “Sis” (Ringler) French. more »» Pauline Ann Dufresne December 5, 2013 Pauline Ann Dufresne, 90, Washington, D.C., formerly of Blandburg, died Sunday at the home of her nephew in Cochranton. more »» Area Life ASO ushers in the holidays with special guests December 5, 2013 Altoona Symphony Orchestra is ringing in the season with a holiday concert aiming to get the festivities starte. more »» Dog leaves paw prints on hearts December 5, 2013 It was a normal day in mid October. A dull orange sun crept through my bedroom window. Tucker, our German Shepard, came in and greeted me with a spit bath — my usual morning wake-up cal. more »»  Holiday bling: Light display gives back to community December 2, 2013 Laughter and the delicious smell of park food are still floating through the summer air at Lakemont Park & Island Waterpark when park staff start thinking more about the crooning of Bing Crosby and... more »» Playhouse producing Christmas production November 30, 2013 Combine the most popular Cresson Lake Playhouse actors with a well-known Christmas story, and you’ve got the makings of a great holiday show sure to delight audiences. more »»  Telling the story of Sheetz, from dairy to empire November 23, 2013 For Blair County residents, the familiar red and yellow Sheetz sign is as much a part of Pennsylvania as the mountains that surround them. more »» Local Business Holidays important to wineries December 1, 2013 Winery owners and beer distributors agree it’s the most wonderful time of the year. more »»  Cove says goodbye to longtime jewelry business November 25, 2013 ROARING SPRING — Jim Bulger has been in the jewelry business for a long time. more »» Hollidaysburg holds Restaurant Week November 19, 2013 HOLLIDAYSBURG — Borough officials are working this week to promote Hollidaysburg restaurants after some were closed due to a threat to area water. The water threat was sent Oct. more »»  25-year distinction in sales November 19, 2013 Local businessman Dean Patterson (center) was recently honored for his 25th year as a General Motors dealer. more »»  Caterers craving celebrations November 17, 2013 Caterers are gearing up for what some say is their busiest time of the year. more »» | EZToUse.com    What's HotMost CommentedTop Headlines PollTop Jobs
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