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AMED gets permit for maintenance garage

AMED has finally received an occupancy permit for its maintenance garage, which was initially slated to be done at the end of 2024, according to Executive Director Gary Watters. Although AMED has received the permit, there are still punch list items to be addressed, and negotiations are ongoing to deal with issues connected with the project, according to Watters. “We’re in the process of exchanging letters” with representatives of Mid-State Construction, the contractor, Watters said. “It could end up going to mediation.” A representative of the construction company ...

Cambria Farm Bureau members get updates on long-delayed federal farm bill

CARROLLTOWN — Cambria County Farm Bureau members discussed local, state and national issues during their annual policy development meeting Wednesday at the Saint Benedict Community Center in West Carroll Township. President Marty Yahner said the federal farm bill is making its way through Congress but is several years overdue. It’s “vitally important” that the farm bill gets passed because it provides the programs, financial stability and certainty that farmers need, he said. U.S. Rep. John Joyce, R-Blair, used quotes from Yahner and Pennsylvania Farm Bureau President Tommy ...

Inmate lawsuit claims prison officials interfering with court access

An inmate of the Blair County Prison awaiting trial on multiple drug charges and an attempted homicide has filed a federal lawsuit complaining that officials are interfering with his access to the courts. Marquis Harris, 42, is seeking an injunction “protecting (his) access to the courts ...

Haunted library series kicks off at Roaring Spring Community Library

Roaring Spring Community Library is kicking off its first-ever “Haunted Library” this fall, featuring a series of free programs exploring local legends, folklore, cryptids and the mysterious. The three-event series for children, families and curious adults begins at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30. “Local Legends and Lore” is an illustrated presentation by Altoona native James Krug exploring local tales drawn from the heritage and folklore of Blair County. The presentation is free and open to the public, but registration is requested by calling the library. Krug serves as ...

Bellwood-Antis Public Library hosts quilt show

The Bellwood Quilting Bees will hold their annual quilt show at the Bellwood-Antis Public Library, 526 Main St., Bellwood, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. The show consists of several displays featuring patriotic items honoring the 250th year of the United States of America. There ...

Crews battle structure fire in Claysburg

Firefighters responded Wednesday afternoon to a dwelling fire with entrapment on the 11000 block of William Penn Road, Claysburg. According to preliminary reports, one female victim was transported by ambulance to UPMC Altoona. No additional information was available. Authorities are waiting ...