Sheetz plans to rebuild 17th Street superstore

August 3, 2026

Sheetz plans to rebuild its “superstore” — its largest convenience facility — at the intersection of 17th Street and the boulevards, according to a recent presentation to the city Zoning Hearing Board. The board granted…

Philadelphia court upholds Windber man's sentence

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia last week upheld a prison sentence of an area man who initially…

Cyber crime class set for today at Oakland Volunteer Fire Company in Johnstown

State Rep. Jim Rigby, R-Cambia/Somerset, is partnering with members of the Saint Francis University faculty to conduct a Cyber Crime…

Annual Becky Sheetz Memorial Golf tournament to be held Thursday

The Altoona Sunrise Rotary Club will host its 31st Annual Becky Sheetz Memorial Golf Tournament on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026,…

‘There’s always hope’: Formerly neglected dog earns therapy certification after finding loving home

The journey of Michele Sanders’ poodle, Leo, is nothing short of amazing, according to John Saboe, the PawZone tester/observer who…

Trump claims Iran talks will start Monday

CAIRO — U.S. President Donald Trump said new talks to wind down the war in Iran will start Monday, after…

Local Sports

Castillo gets walk-off victory for Curve

Jesus Castillo’s walk-off single gave the Altoona Curve a 4-3 win over the Chesapeake…

Reds take series over struggling Bucs

Lilly Conrad Chiropractic swept its best-of-three semifinal series with Blair County Oil with a 10-4 victory…

Lilly awaiting opponent for City League championship

Fink, Helsley prevail in playoff at Summit Country Club

PSU

Big Ten football coaches says league not top heavy

In the debate over which college football conference is strongest, the Southeastern Conference argues…

Canes QB receives preseason ACC football honors

Senators are still working with Big Ten, SEC on bill

Expansion could end Big Ten football title tilt

Area Life

A quick trim

Nadia Banks trims grass in front her Third Avenue home in Altoona on Friday…

Today’s puzzles: August 3, 2026

Beating fears part of life’s journey

This weekend's puzzles: August 1-2, 2026

Do you think the war in Iran is worth the cost, even if it means gasoline, heating fuel and groceries are more expensive?

Yes. We can’t put a price on being safe from those who would use nuclear weapons. Yes. But U.S. officials should work harder to make those items more affordable again. No. After the first bombing, I think we were safe from nuclear weapons. No. I don’t believe in war of any type.

Local Business

Added Hangover: Wildfires bring more troubles to France’s wine industry

Local plumbing provider celebrates major milestone

Workplace: A brief look at hires, promotions, awards and honors

Regulators OK robotaxis without steering wheels

Editorials

Human verification essential

Municipalities in this part of Pennsylvania generally feel insulated from the problems affecting big cities. For the most part that is true, especially regarding crime and the challenges — financial and otherwise — associated with providing needed municipal services. Even the issues of cities such as Altoona and Johnstown are of minor scope compared…

Transparency ensures public gets answers

Region must remain great destination

Facing issues best done immediately

Public Records

Divorces

Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the prothonotary’s offices at area county courthouses. Blair County WANSLEY — Katherine M.; Adonis B., both of Hollidaysburg. Married May 3, 2010. FITZGERALD — William B., Duncansville; Jennifer, Hollidaysburg. Married June 30, 2007. GRASSER — Abbygale, no address available; Colin, Altoona. Married Oct. 14, 2023. BENNETT…

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