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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
HOLLIDAYSBURG — To live a life well spent, five centenarians and two soon-to-be members of the 100 club said that family comes first, always listen to your mother, and age is just a number. Garvey Manor Nursing Home celebrated its wisest residents Tuesday afternoon for National ...
HOLLIDAYSBURG — A quartet of Hollidaysburg Area High School students are being credited with saving a bus driver’s life after he suffered a medical emergency behind the wheel. Seniors Skyla Horton and Travis Zerby and sophomores Alexis Smith and Jenna Anderson worked together Thursday ...
