The Mrs. Roper Romp of Blair County collected about 40 new toys for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program. Courtesy photo

PennDOT announced a public meeting concerning plans to replace the bridge on Route 271 (24th Street/Nicktown Hill Road) in Northern Cambria.

The meeting is scheduled for 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Northern Cambria Borough Building, 1202 Philadelphia Ave., Northern Cambria.

The purpose of the meeting is to provide the public an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed project.

The project will consist of the replacement of the bridge superstructure, minor roadway approach work and upgrading guiderails, signs and pavement markings to meet current standards.

The project timeframe is June to August 2028 and a detour will be implemented over a three-week period during construction to allow the contractor full access to the bridge.

Nursing alumni banquet planned

The Christmas banquet for the Altoona/Mercy Schools of Nursing Alumni Association will be held from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at the U.S. Hotel, 401 S. Juniata St., Hollidaysburg.

All members should plan to attend. Checks for $40 should be sent to Janice Thompson, 1857 Dixie Lane, Altoona, PA 16602, by Nov. 28, and should be made out to AHSON Alumni Association.

Parking for the event is behind the building, as well as limited off-street parking out front. Please use the front entrance to avoid the stairs, if needed.

Mrs. Roper Romp collects toys

Mrs. Roper Romp of Blair County recently collected close to 40 new toys for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program.

Organizers of the collection said more than 2,000 children within the region benefited from the collection last year, and there are more than 600 families currently on their list for this year. If you have a love for getting out and having some laughs and pure clean fun, join the Helens.

Follow the group and get updates on outings on Facebook at Mrs. Roper Romp of Blair County.