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Yesteryear-Puzzletown School

This photo was taken by Clair Ritchey on a Brownie box camera in 1919 or 1920 at Puzzletown School. Shown are (from left): first row -- Charles Moyer, Herman Yingling, Ward Moyer, Mrs. Jessie Himes Altmanshofer and Roy Moyer; second row –– Donald Ritchey, Mrs. Mary Moyer Borlie, Howard ...

Horoscope — Sunday, May 17

It’s a Year of Collecting. Objets d’art and curios, adventures and romantic moments, investments and skills –– you decide what you want, focus and make it happen. Aries (March 21-April 19) Organization is the name of the game today. You’ll decide what matters, then give each thing a place and a time. Taurus (April 20-May 20) It is within your power to take a relationship somewhere it’s never been before. So lead the way. Gemini (May 21-June 21) Ultra-encouraging invisible forces are around you, and they are available to help with wish fulfillment. You’ll still go ...

Tips to stay on track with meds

Have you ever considered the difference between renewal and a refill of a prescription? Or whether prescription expiration dates truly matter — and if it’s ever safe to take expired medicine? Knowing the answers to these questions can help you avoid gaps in treatment, reduce the stress of running low on medication and make informed decisions about using medications safely. Small delays in getting your medication can significantly impact your health outcomes. Even a short interruption in medication can slow your progress or worsen symptoms. What is a prescription renewal vs. ...

Pediatricians: Recess crucial for learning

Recess isn’t just a fun break for grade schoolers. It’s crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That’s the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first new guidance in 13 years about this unstructured time at school and how it needs to ...

Mount Nittany adds equipment

Mount Nittany Health has added a second TrueBeam linear accelerator with HyperSight imaging, along with a renovation to the treatment space. Mount Nittany Health’s first TrueBeam linear accelerator has also been upgraded to include HyperSight capabilities. These enhancements ensure seamless ...

Burns hosting Senior Fair on May 29

State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, will host a Senior Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 29, at The Bottleworks, 411 Third Ave., Johnstown. “My senior fairs are popular events every year, and I always enjoy them,” Burns said. “It’s important that seniors can get information on the services and programs that they need, and it’s a free event. We’ll also make it fun with games, prizes and vendors.” The event will provide attendees with information on state services such as the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and the PACE/PACENET prescription programs. Additional ...