TYRONE — The Altoona Mirror’s annual Season of Sharing fundraising campaign will impact a local program geared toward veterans adjusting to life after the military. Longtime participant Michael Smith wrote on the Season of Sharing…
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Editorials
Veterans are heart of ’26 campaign
Over the past two decades, the U.S. economy has experienced ups and downs, but the Mirror’s annual Season of Sharing fundraising campaign has remained steady in its ability to raise money for a good cause. That speaks well for this area’s spirit of generosity, as well as for the individuals who have remained consistent…
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Public Records
Deeds — Oct. 31-Nov. 1
Bedford County Nicole and Kenneth Ward to Phillip Winegardener, property in Bedford Township, $154,650. Walter H. and Aisha J. Fields to Susan and Ray Ranker, property in Londonderry Township, $66,200. Estate of Omer H. Black to Alexia M. Hardy – Matney and Jesse T. Matney, property in Liberty Township, $168,000. Samuel and Debra Blackstone…
Divorces Oct. 24-25, 2026
Marriage licenses Oct. 24-25, 2026
Deeds — Oct. 24-25
Obituaries
Kenneth Hayes Fleming
Kenneth Hayes Fleming, 77, Fallentimber, died Thursday after a long battle with cancer. Born in Spangler, son of the late James Sr. and Iola M. Fleming, he was also preceded in death by a brother, James Jr.; and nephew, Jamie. Surviving are his wife, Marie; sister, Gail; and in-laws: Joanne Fitzhugh, Barbara Davidson, Donna…