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Blair Garden Club awards scholarships

The Blair Garden club has awarded two $1,000 scholarships to Blair County seniors whose career plans reflect the values and beliefs of the organization. The 2026 recipients are Ty Uplinger from Williamsburg Community and Norah Bechtel from Central High School. Uplinger is active in FFA and won the county land judging contest for the past two years and placed second as he advanced to the state competition. His accomplishments include Presidential Academic Awards, the Ottis Wyland Sportsmanship Award and STEM award. He plans to attend Penn State University majoring in ...

Altoona girl competing for America’s Favorite Student

Vaida Palmore of Altoona is competing for the title of America’s Favorite Student and has made it to the quarterfinals. Vaida is a fourth-grade student Penn Lincoln Elementary School and is the daughter of Charissa Buck of Altoona. Winner will appear in Reader’s Digest, tour The ...

Yesteryear-Alleghany Furnace

Alleghany Furnace was built in 1811, the second of more than 20 furnaces erected in Blair County. Built by Allison and Henderson, it closed in 1817. It was purchased by Elias Baker in 1836 and abandoned in 1884 with the introduction of steel making. It deteriorated over the years. This photo ...

Peacekeepers replace crucifix smashed by soldier

BEIRUT — Houssam Naddaf said no words could capture the shock of seeing an Israeli soldier smash a crucifix in his family’s private garden in the southern Lebanese village of Debel — an image he recognized instantly as it spread online. “I saw it on the internet like everyone else,” ...

Spiritual notes

Spring vendor, craft show Duncansville Evangelical Lutheran Church will hold its spring vendor and craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 2, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 3, at the church, 1200 Fourth Ave., Duncansville. This two-day event will showcase a variety of talented local vendors and artisans offering unique, handcrafted and specialty items. Shoppers can browse a wide selection including jewelry, keychains, diamond art, candles, personalized mugs, silk flowers, crocheted items, laser engraving and more. Food and drinks will be available. Admission is ...

Four standout natural attractions in Huntingdon County are gaining statewide recognition in a newly released guide highlighting Pennsylvania’s most remarkable outdoor destinations. Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks, Balanced Rock at Trough Creek State Park, Ridenour and Hawn’s Overlooks at Raystown Lake, and Thousand Steps Viewpoint along the Standing Stone Trail are among the featured locations, showcasing the county’s diverse and memorable experiences. The book, written by Pennsylvania-based author Tory Mather, highlights destinations across the state that offer unique ...