Mirror Extras        | Heroin: What is the drug's powerful draw and what is being done to stem the tide of addiction March 9, 2014 When questioned about a rash of vehicle break-ins that plagued the city since the beginning of the year, Altoona police said suspect Richard Boggs told a detective that heroin drove him to smash out... more »»  Local News Police: Card helped lead to break-in suspect March 9, 2014 A Walmart gift card put investigators on the trail of a man they say broke into 38 vehicles, according to Altoona police. Richard J. more »»  City to treat street-side ash trees March 9, 2014 The Altoona Shade Tree Commission will treat most of the city’s street-side ash trees to deal with the emerald ash borer, because it’s more cost-efficient than removing them, according to City... more »» Shuster legislation to help distinguish taxes from price on airline tickets March 9, 2014 Two days after President Barack Obama unveiled a new budget including airline tax hikes — and a day after the airline industry complained of the proposed increases — Rep. more »» Withdrawal effects stick with users March 9, 2014 After nine years of not using heroin, John said he remembers less about what getting high feels like than the withdrawa. more »» Local Sports Williams set to cap memorable career March 9, 2014 Cheryl Miller of USC, Chamique Holdsclaw and Tamika Catchings of Tennessee, Sophia Young of Baylor and Alli Williams of St. Francis. more »» Bedford sophomore pockets silver March 9, 2014 HERSHEY — Some day in the future Bedford sophomore Jonathan Gabriel will look back on his experience in the 2014 PIAA Class AA Championships with pride. more »» Bedford sophomore pockets silver March 9, 2014 HERSHEY — Some day in the future Bedford sophomore Jonathan Gabriel will look back on his experience in the 2014 PIAA Class AA Championships with pride. more »» Altoona can’t find answer March 9, 2014 HOLLIDAYSBURG — Paul Hasson pulled Manny Span and his other starters with about 2 minutes to go, and, behind the bench, fans of the Altoona Area High School boys basketball team gave their Mountain... more »» BG girls tested in opener March 9, 2014 This season’s Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School Lady Marauders are a talented but young team that plays with composure far beyond its years. more »» PSU Nittany Lions in the lead after first day of competition March 9, 2014 MADISON, Wis. — The Penn State wrestling team finds itself in first place at the conclusion of day one at the 2014 Big Ten Wrestling Championships. more »» Lady Lions lose to No. 8 seed March 8, 2014 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Ohio State, the N. more »» Lions destroy Northwestern March 7, 2014 EVANSTON, Ill. — Penn State coach Pat Chambers struggled to explain why his Nittany Lions have experienced success on the road during Big Ten play. more »» Youth will be served at tourney March 6, 2014 The Big Ten women’s basketball tournament will be a showcase for the conference’s wealth of young talent — and there’ll be lots of scoring if the regular-season trend continues. more »» Strong, tough part of Galt’s new plan March 4, 2014 UNIVERSITY?PARK?— The three flat-screen televisions overlooking the weight room in the Lasch Building flashed a simple message. more »» Obituaries Noemi E. Loibl March 9, 2014 Noemi E. Loibl, 87, Altoona, passed away Saturday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Rome, Italy, daughter of Alfredo and Annita (Poretta) Cecchini. She married Richard O. Loibl on Aug. more »» Patricia ‘Patty’ Owens March 9, 2014 Patricia “Patty” Owens, 93, Carrolltown, passed away Friday. She was born in Wallsend, England, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Robson) Short. Surviving are eight children: Carol Woodworth, T. more »» Margrett G. ‘Dolly’ Skebeck March 9, 2014 Margrett G. “Dolly” Skebeck, 91, Coalport, died Friday. She was born in Lyleville, daughter of the late Clark Lindsey and Margrett Grace (Beers) Freema. more »» George Skutch March 9, 2014 George Skutch, 89, Portage, passed away Friday at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. He was born in Patton, son of Stanley and Rose (Kuzin) Gegetski-Skutch. more »»  Kimberly Ann (McCreary) Shaneyfelt March 9, 2014 Kimberly Ann (McCreary) Shaneyfelt, 42, Altoona, died Friday afternoon at home, surrounded by her family and friends, after a courageous battle with cancer. more »» Area Life Magic on Ice: Disney characters headed to Johnstown March 9, 2014 JOHNSTOWN — What’s better than a Disney character coming to life in an ice skating show? How about more than 60 Disney characters, spanning decades of movie magic, strapping on skates and taking to... more »»  Garden Notes: Patron saint of gardeners spent his life studying plants March 8, 2014 This is the story of St. Fiacre, the patron saint of gardeners and a man who knew his way around a shovel. more »»  Making a good impression: Frank Caliendo bringing routine to Penn State March 8, 2014 Frank Caliendo chuckled at the thought of picking his favorite impersonation to perform. “You mean, pick one of my children?” the 40-year-old comedian asked. more »»  Sesame Street coming March 6, 2014 He’s red, furry and instantly recognizable to kids everywhere, many who’ve called him by his first name before they were out of diapers. more »» Writer takes responsibility seriously March 6, 2014 On any given Sunday, the sound of silverware scraping against almost empty plates fills the Kelly household. I politely decline as my dad passes the bowl of mashed potatoes around for another helping. more »» Local Business Dish, Disney deal sees Internet-TV March 9, 2014 LOS ANGELES — With a string of recent deals, cable and satellite providers are beginning to acknowledge a brutal truth that companies like Hulu and Netflix have known all along: Many TV viewers,... more »»  P. Joseph Lehman Inc. Consulting Engineers is multi-discipline firm March 9, 2014 DUNCANSVILLE — P. Joseph Lehman Inc. Consulting Engineers is known throughout Pennsylvania for its bridge design work. more »» March will test auto demand March 9, 2014 DETROIT — March will be one of the most crucial months for the U.S. auto industry in years. Sales were slower than expected In January and February, and the number of unsold cars on dealer lots gre. more »» If mutual funds are OK, let them be March 9, 2014 Dear Bruce: I have a mutual fund account worth about $150,000. My financial adviser recently called and told me she wants me to come in and discuss moving the money somewhere else. more »» Data back-up plans keep businesses moving forward March 9, 2014 As important as electronic data files are to our small businesses, we don’t always take the best care of the. more »» |  EZToUse.com    What's HotMost CommentedTop Headlines PollTop Jobs
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