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Bankruptcies

Local Business July 3, 2026

The following people have made filings in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Pittsburgh. Chapter 7 involves selling assets to pay debts. Chapter 13 is a plan to pay debts using income. Chapter 11 involves reorganization to pay off debt. Filings by county include: Blair County Gregory L. Kline Jr. and Kimberly S. Alley-Kline. Chad D. and Kristen S. Arnold. Chapter 7. May 29. Tammy L. Grove. Chapter 7. May 29. Alicia M. Jones. Chapter 7. May 29. Christopher L. Gates. Chapter 13. May 29. Cambria County Charles T. Fisher. Chapter 13. May 28. Christopher D. Yeckley. Chapter ...

SKorea disputes US congressional report

Local Business July 2, 2026

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea’s government on Thursday disputed a U.S. congressional report accusing Seoul of discriminating against Coupang, a U.S.-listed electronic commerce giant that was hit with a record $403 million fine in June over a massive data breach affecting millions of South Korean customers. South Korea Foreign Ministry spokesperson Park Il expressed regret over Wednesday’s report by the House Judiciary Committee, saying it reflected “only Coupang’s unilateral claims” and failed to include Seoul’s position. South Korean authorities’ investigation ...

Don’t neglect tech on the road

Local Business July 2, 2026

Summer is time for that well-deserved vacation. To get ready for your trip, make sure to get your tech life in order alongside other tasks like packing and making sure you’ve got passports and tickets. Modern life is dominated by devices and online services, and tech management is important even when we’re supposed to be taking a break from the daily grind. To help with your tech questions as you prepare to get away, here are some pointers, starting with the things you’re leaving at home: Should you unplug while away? It depends Our homes are filled with electronic devices ...

What does America mean to me?

Local News July 2, 2026

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, residents are sharing what they love best about our country. Click here to view the page. — Compiled by Colette Costlow

Creating history: AAHS students, teachers paint mural depicting iconic images of city

Local News July 2, 2026

National politics has been divisive in recent years, including the politics surrounding the celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday this weekend. A semiquincentennial collage created by Altoona Area High School students under guidance of an art teacher and the school’s artist in ...

Afghan pays tribute to Revolutionary War Patriot from Bedford County

Local News July 2, 2026

Sometimes the string that ties the past to the present can simply be that: a string. Or at least that remains true for Diane Smith of Spokane, Washington, whose female ancestors can all be traced back to the American Revolution in Bedford County, where all were bequeathed spinning wheels, ...