The Altoona Mirror

Convenience store chain opens its own equipment maintenance center

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

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 operatio.

Blair narrows search for adviser

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

By Kay Stephens kstephens@altoonamirror.

Texas CEO has local roots

Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

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. I just had to make sure I was home in time for dinner.

Merchants prepare for mothers

Sun, 5 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Local merchants are gearing up with Mother's Day just a week away. "The Saturday before Mother's Day is just nuts," said Jeff Moist, manager of Warner's Florist, Gifts and Greenhouses, Hollidaysburg.

Despite late start, pool dealers optimistic

Sun, 5 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

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.