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Ryan Weitzel, 5, waits to enter his zucchini as his parents, Sara and Jeff Weitzel, all of Hollidaysburg, stand by with his additional entries for the 89th Hollidaysburg Community Farm Show in the Hollidaysburg Area High School Sports Building on Monday afternoon. The show runs through ...

In the news on this date: September 21

50 years ago: The annual fashion show at the Heidelberg Country Club was held with 15 members wearing fashions supplied by Lester’s Men’s Store and Louise’s Dress Shop. 25 years ago: President George Bush promoted Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge to the cabinet level position of secretary of homeland security. Lt. Gov. Mark Schweiker became governor and state Senate Pro-Tem Robert Jubelirer, R-Blair, became lieutenant governor. 10 years ago: Former NBA (Boston Celtics) basketball player Chris Herren, who overcame a serious drug addiction, gave a presentation to the public at Altoona ...

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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 ...