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Celebrate America — America250 events

The following events are scheduled as part of America250 celebrations. Legacy weekend Fort Roberdeau Legacy Weekend will take place at Fort Roberdeau, 383 Fort Roberdeau Road, Altoona, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 13, and Sunday, June 14. Saturday is Frontier Living Day, where visitors can explore what life was like for those who were not fighting in the revolution and how women contributed. Discover what handicrafts and clothes were popular during the American Revolution, and pick an instrument to play some tunes from the Revolutionary War. There will be a special screening ...

Bedford County visitors center showcases local talent

The Discover Bedford County Welcome Center has been transformed under the idea that a visitor center should do more than provide directions, it should tell the story of the place. The newly revamped space now reflects the organization’s refreshed brand while serving as a showcase for the ...

Local history on this date: June 10

Local history 50 years ago: Hollidaysburg Area High School graduate Scott Robison was to travel to the Philippines next week as part of the Youth for Understanding Program funded by the U.S. State Dept. 25 years ago: State nursing home inspectors were in Altoona and 11 of the 12 nursing homes with a total of 1,800 residents here passed their inspection with one being placed on provisional status. 10 years ago: The Logan Township Police Department celebrated its 50th anniversary at the municipal township building with a highlight of officers Matt Massaro and Matt Lutz demonstrating ...

Bridge seasons with pasta

This simple pasta dish is both fresh and comforting — it bridges the transition from the cool freshness of spring to the relaxed warmth of summer. Green sweet peas and delicate pea shoots weave through this simple bowl of orecchiette. It’s bound together by a cream sauce infused with crispy pancetta. A splash of chicken stock adds depth of flavor to the sauce while balancing the richness of the cream. You may be tempted to use fresh peas in this recipe, but defrosted frozen peas are preferable. They are guaranteed to remain bright and sweet, with minimal cooking required to heat ...