Blair County Prison to try mattresses with built-in pillows
HOLLIDAYSBURG — The Blair County Prison is planning to introduce mattresses with built-in pillows for inmates. Warden Matthew Hale told the prison board Tuesday that he wanted to try the option on an experimental basis in one housing unit. “We’re one of the last county prisons to be using pillows,” Hale said. While mattresses with built-in pillows sound less than comfortable, the state Department of Corrections reports ongoing usage at its facilities. The state also praises the built-in pillows for reducing contraband and improving security. Prison board Chairman Dave ...



