Emergency personnel and officials are at the Horseshoe Curve after several freight cars tipped off the tracks in front of the visitors center. Few details are available at this time. An unknown substance seems to…
Off the rails: Crews still working to clean up derailment at Horseshoe Curve
An investigation into the derailment of about a dozen train cars traveling westward Tuesday afternoon along Altoona’s Horseshoe Curve remains…
Clearfield men appeal sentences in bombing
Two Clearfield County men sentenced recently to life in prison for the bombing death of 34-year-old Shawna Carlson have filed…
State AG urges passing of bill to help banks stop fraud
Senate committee approved legislation; awaits full Senate vote HAZLETON — The General Assembly should enact legislation allowing bank employees to…
Judge denies man’s attempt to withdraw plea in murder
An attempt by a Clearfield man to withdraw his guilty plea to a charge of murdering his disabled mother was…
Nonprofit unveils its plans for dog park in downtown Bedford
From Mirror staff reports A nonprofit group dedicated to fostering a dog-friendly community and culture has announced plans for a…
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Bad night for Curve pitchers
On an extremely difficult night, the Altoona Curve found it extremely difficult to avoid…
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Penn State position series
Following is a preseason series on Penn State’s position groups and a key player…
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Briefcase: South Hills recognized for excellence
South Hills School of Business & Technology’s Altoona Campus has been named a 2025-26 ACCSC School of Excellence by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. This marks the second consecutive accreditation cycle the campus has earned this prestigious national recognition. The School of Excellence designation is awarded to institutions that demonstrate exceptional…
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Buffalo Wild Wings under construction
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Editorials
Without trust, officers can’t do their jobs
The fuel that powers a police department is trust. It’s a symbiotic flow. The people trust the police to keep them safe. The police trust the people to call when they need help. The prosecutors trust the police to provide accurate information. The police trust the court to finish the job. Pull one cog…
We must imagine a new way forward
Support for rape crisis centers can create change
Readiness program calms kids’ anxiety
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Blair County Cindy L. Conner to Dawn J. Conner and Paul Carnell, 709 S. Juniata St., Hollidaysburg, $48,000. Julie M. and Spenser D. Karns to Randy and Afton Burkholder, 2323 W. Chestnut Ave., Altoona, $45,900. Andrea M. Eyer to Andrew T. and Katherine A. McIntire, 440 Church Lane, Hollidaysburg, $250,000. Dominic C. Strong to…
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