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In the news on this date: May 25

Local history 50 years ago: May 25, 1976 About 50 Girl Scouts from Johnstown arrived in Altoona by train and were given a tour of the area. They witnessed the presentation of Golden Spikes by city solicitor John N. Casanave to Johnstown Scout leaders Jean Negulken and Jackie Pritt. 25 years ago: May 25, 2001 Logan Township residents were upset when a four-foot high barrier built four years prior between the Hampton Inn and the neighboring residential area was to be taken down so a Cracker Barrel Restaurant could be built. 10 years ago: May 25, 2016 A number of local ...

Horoscope — Sunday, May 24

A better tomorrow rides in on your wild hopes. Aries (March 21-April 19): Maybe it’s not so helpful to deny what you are interested in, especially when you have so many choices about how to respond. Taurus (April 20-May 20): The teacher becomes the student, then becomes the teacher again. There really is no status in this learning process. Gemini (May 21-June 21): You like people, and they feel it. They also sense that you don’t worry at all about what they think of you, which is an irresistible quality. You’ll proceed with confidence and turn strangers into friends and ...

Cresson Public Library plans June activities

The Cresson Public Library has announced its June activities. Pop-Up Craft Days: On Tuesdays, June 2 and 16, children can stop by the library to make fun summer DIY crafts. All materials and instructions are provided on the table in the children’s section. Join Lisa Haas from Blair County Conservation District for “Meet Living Fossils” with three turtles –– Woody, Betty and Rip. Learn details behind the turtles’ names and explore turtle biology and history. This event will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 11, at Veteran’s Park pavilion. All are welcome. Story Time ...

Hollidaysburg library schedules June programs

The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library has announced its activities for June. The library will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. The Children’s Library will take a short hiatus from regular programming to prepare for Summer Reading. See the Summer Reading schedule below. n Canasta and Mah Jongg games are held at 11 a.m. 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 meets from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Bring ...

Health calendar May 23-24, 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 ...

Across the area

Lakemont Lions plan chicken barbecue The Lakemont Lions Club will hold a chicken barbecue fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until sold out) on Saturday, May 30, at the Greenwood Lions Park, East Walton Avenue and Greenwood Road in Logan Township. The meal includes a large half chicken, baked beans, applesauce and a roll. Dinners are $12 each. Tickets can be purchased from club members or by calling 814-232-5944. Proceeds will support Lakemont Lions community service. Lakemont Lions welcomes new members. Information on joining the club is available by calling Club President Mike ...