James Sweeney, a two-time Emmy winner, spent his teenage years doodling in the back of classrooms at Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School. “But I paid attention in class and developed my love for the arts,” he said in his own defense. Now working as a motion designer for National ...
Following a four-day trip to South Korea and Japan earlier this month, U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., emphasized the importance of those alliances for the United States against China and North Korea. “We’re in an existential battle with our primary adversary in the world, China, and ...
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania lawmakers overwhelmingly voted to create a new fine on convicted sex offenders to help fund organizations that provide services to thousands of children who have experienced abuse. Offenders will be fined up to $1,000, depending on the seriousness of their ...
When her contractions hit at dawn, Wendys Martinez eased down the steep-pitched stairs of her rowhome and called a stranger instead of 911. Her four young children, two boys and two girls, were still asleep. She didn’t wake them; it was too early. But she left a note reminding them of ...
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the prothonotary’s offices at area county courthouses. Blair County SHUNK –– Alissa, Potomac, Md.; Jonathan, Altoona. Married April 11, 2023. KOCH –– Robert A., Altoona; Angela R., Jensen Beach, Fla. Married Oct. 5, 2022. BLATTENBERGER –– Andrew L.; Tracy L., both of Martinsburg. Married Aug. 31, 2007. INLOW –– Shawn K., Altoona; Rebecca K., Osceola Mills. Married Sept. 2, 1989. CERNA –– Catherine M.; Oscar Jr., both of Altoona. Married Sept. 18, 2015. BENDER –– Christa; Kristen, both of ...
Editor’s note: the following information was provided by the prothonotary’s offices at area county courthouses. Blair County Etienne J. Nunemaker, Clarks Summit, and Demaris H. Peacock, Meshoppen. Joshua A. Oldham, Martinsburg, and Myrriah A. Wertz, Altoona. Phillip L. Parrish Jr. and Crystal D. Haverstick, both of Martinsburg. Travis A. Patterson and Alexas N. Messner, both of Altoona. Terry G. Peak Jr. and Anita M. Stewart, both of Altoona. Caleb D. Pence and Molly A. Fisher, both of Patton. James G. Peterman and Glenda S. Benedict, both of Duncansville. Kyle M. ...
