Mirror Extras         | Kagarise, Andrews win nominations for judge May 21, 2013 With all precincts reporting, Wade A. Kagarise and Dave Andrews have captured the Republican and Democratic nominations, respectively, for Blair County judge, according to unofficial results. more »»  Local News Preliminary Spring Cove budget has tax hikes, job cuts May 21, 2013 ROARING SPRING — The Spring Cove school board voted 6-3 Monday for a preliminary 2013-14 budget that introduces two new programs, raises property taxes and cuts up to four administrative and teachin... more »»  Briefcase causes alarm at Sheetz May 21, 2013 Police were called to the Sheetz at 17th Street and Pleasant Valley Boulevard Monday afternoon after receiving a report of a suspicious package near the gas pumps. more »»  Cambria Heights bus crashes May 21, 2013 PATTON — No students were injured in a Monday afternoon bus crash that hospitalized the bus driver, Cambria Heights School District officials said. Shortly after 3:15 p.m. more »» Route 219 expansion approved by the EPA May 21, 2013 Officials are hoping to secure one final permit before construction to improve and expand Route 219 can begi. more »» Local Sports Marauders claim first championship over Colts May 22, 2013 TYRONE — Bishop Guilfoyle’s Ben Kasun calls the shot that ended the District 6 Class AA boys volleyball championship a “push. more »» Lions dropped by State College May 22, 2013 TYRONE — The Altoona Mountain Lions went into Tuesday night’s District 6 Class AAA boys volleyball championship as the top seed. State College was unfazed. more »» Morton not enough for Curve May 22, 2013 From Mirror reports READING — Charlie Morton continued his progress back to the major leagues after Tommy John surgery with a solid outing, but he couldn’t prevent the Curve from dropping their... more »» Bucs take advantage of bad bullpen May 22, 2013 PITTSBURGH — Travis Snider took a pregame pep talk from his manager to heart. Relaxed and with a clear head, he delivered a crucial sixth-inning home run for the second time in five game. more »» Dick’s improves to 4-0 May 22, 2013 Justin DeGennaro doubled and drove in a run, and Justin Wolfe pitched six innings, allowing just five hits and two runs as Dick’s Pharmacy improved to 4-0 with a 5-2 win over D.C. Moyer in a George B. more »» PSU PSU’s O’Brien candid on HBO’s ‘Real Sports’ tonight May 21, 2013 One week after Penn State's football team suffered negative publicity with a Sports Illustrated story about changes to its medical care program, the program can expect some good press this week. more »» More to PSU recruit than football May 19, 2013 For all of Daquan Worley’s accomplishments and potential as a football player, there’s another side to the Coatesville Area High School junior star, a side that includes devoting some of his free... more »» McGloin lands an NFL deal May 17, 2013 ALAMEDA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders have signed undrafted free agent quarterback Matt McGloin. McGloin set a Penn State record with 46 career touchdown passes. more »» Penn State 2014 football slate officially released May 17, 2013 Penn State has a bye week before playing both Michigan and Ohio State in 2014, but the home non-conference schedule as it stands now lacks a high-profile opponent. more »» Rudel: Undermining no help to O'Brien, PSU future May 16, 2013 Sports Illustrated certainly got Penn State's attention. more »» Obituaries Betty M. Clapper May 22, 2013 Oct. 25, 1925 – May 21, 2013 Betty M. Clapper, 87, formerly of Carson Valley, died Tuesday morning at The Village at Morrisons Cov. more »» Barry R. Helsel May 22, 2013 Sept. 22, 1955 – May 20, 2013 Barry R. Helsel, 57, Claysburg, passed away Monday at home. He was born in Roaring Spring, son of Dorothy (Brown) Helsel and the late James I. Helsel Sr. more »» James Michael Lego May 22, 2013 April 28, 1953 - May 18, 2013 James Michael Lego, 60, Altoona, died Saturday at his residence. He was born in Altoona, son of the late James Homer and Constance (Johns) Lego. He married Susan . more »» Vincent Rebar May 22, 2013 Jan. 2, 1925 – May 20, 2013 Vincent Rebar, 88, formerly of Houtzdale, died Monday. He was born in Houtzdale, son of Micklas and Julia Rebar. Surviving are his wife, Helen L. more »» Mabel E. Rhodes Hollinger May 22, 2013 Jan. 28, 1916 – May 21, 2013 Mabel Elizabeth Rhodes Hollinger, 97, The Village at Morrisons Cove, died Tuesday. She was born in Martinsburg, daughter of Jessie and Fannie Winelan. more »» Area Life Summertime sizzle: Area butcher, market offer advice for grilling May 22, 2013 The key to good grilling is in the heat, a Duncansville meat market manager said. more »»  Against the odds: Health provider in Altoona helps clients triumph over mental illness May 19, 2013 Someone with a mental illness already has the odds stacked against them. Add in an encounter with the law and those odds climb even higher. more »»  Flower power: All-America Selections winners offer up ‘tried and true’ May 18, 2013 An annual list of the best seed varieties takes the guess work out of what’s the best pick for your garden, according to a local greenhouse manager. more »» Injured Altoona veteran competed at 2013 Warrior Games May 18, 2013 Retired Army Sgt. Sean Hook, an Altoona veteran, competed in the 2013 Warrior Games as part of Team Army. The games, which took place in Colorado Springs, Colo., ended on Thursday. more »»  Timeless messages: John Denver tribute brings music legend’s songs to Altoona May 16, 2013 When singer Chris Collins decided to play a John Denver tribute concert at a friend’s prompting, 300 people showed up to pack a small bar after reading an article in a local newspape. more »» Local Business Convenience store chain opens its own equipment maintenance center May 19, 2013 The formerly boarded-up Sheetz convenience store building on North Fourth Avenue in Juniata has become an important cog in the company’s six-state operation. more »» Blair narrows search for adviser May 15, 2013 By Kay Stephens kstephens@altoonamirror. more »»  Texas CEO has local roots May 12, 2013 Chris Reading fondly remembers growing up in Eldorado. “I remember when the world was simple. We lived on a dead-end street surrounded by woods. It was a fun time to play baseball or basketball. more »»  Merchants prepare for mothers May 5, 2013 Local merchants are gearing up with Mother’s Day just a week away. more »»  Despite late start, pool dealers optimistic May 5, 2013 Local swimming pool dealers are optimistic 2013 will be a good year. “We are so weather oriented. If the weather cooperates, the opportunity is there for a good pool season. more »» | EZToUse.com    What's HotMost Read
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