Community

Hollidaysburg library schedules programs for July

The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library has announced its activities for July. The library will be closed on July 3, 4 and 5 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. n Canasta and Mah Jongg games are held at 11 a.m. on Mondays. Beginners are welcome. n Needlework & Arts Group is held at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Bring your own materials and projects for this crafting club intended for adults. n Twisted Stitchers meet from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Bring your own project, yarn and hooks; spend time with other crafters. n Paws to Read will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July ...

AAHS senior places 12th nationally in French contest

Camille Krug, a 12th-grade student at Altoona Area High School, has achieved national recognition in the 91st annual Le Grand Concours, according to Ricky Baron, National Director of the competition. Le Grand Concours is a highly competitive national event sponsored by the American ...

Roaring Spring library sets programs

Roaring Spring Community Library has announced its programs for July. The library will be closed July 3-5 for Independence Day. For more information, email info@roaringspring library.org or call 814-224-2994. 10 a.m. Saturday, July 11 –– Snuggles & Paws for Reading: Children read to therapy dogs. 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 8 –– Tech Help with Tom. 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 8 –– Good Reads with Gretchen: Special guest author Trisha Ridinginger McKee. 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 11 –– The Story Exchange: A creative community for writers. 3:30 p.m. Thursdays, July ...

Celebrating veterans

Courtesy photo Recently, the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home held a combined Flag Day/US Army’s Birthday/Women Veterans Day celebration for residents and family. Entertainment was provided by the Lindy Sisters from California who sing 40’s and 50’s music in the style of the Andrew and ...

Health calendar June 27-28, 2026

The Central PA Ostomy Society support group suggests you call Leslie Wilson at 814-695-2407 and leave a message for support. Other resources include: United Ostomy Association of America at www.ostomy.org, Ostomy101com and MeetAnOstoMate.org. Four in-person meetings are in planning phase for 2026 by ASG #005 Central PA Hope Support Group, family members and friends who have been adversely affected by the addiction of our loved ones who are here to seek guidance and support. Meetings are held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Blair Drug and Alcohol Partnerships, 3001 Fairway ...

Pets of the Week June 27-28, 2026