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Police bust massage parlor

May 18, 2013 A massage parlor in Allegheny Township is again at the center of a prostitution investigation by state police. Sun Ae Yun, 58, of Flower Mound, Texas, and Tae Sook Lee, 45, of Flushing, N.Y. more »»

 
 
 

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Fanatics turn out at Jaffa

May 18, 2013 Snake Eyes gaming club members lean over a patchy green terrain filled with dozens of painted “Warhammer 40,000” miniatures. more »»

Judge delays Leighty’s bail request

May 18, 2013 HOLLIDAYSBURG — A request for lower bail on aggravated assault and related charges will remain on hold for the Altoona man now facing a homicide charge in the 1999 death of his daughter-in-la. more »»

Altoona voters to help settle home rule issue

May 18, 2013 City voters on Tuesday will decide whether to appoint a commission to study home rule. more »»

Reunited after 44 years

May 17, 2013 By William Kibler bkibler@altoonamirror.com The drive Thursday morning from the Amtrak station on 11th Avenue to Perkins restaurant in Pleasant Valley was telling. more »»

Local Sports

Crosby hat trick gives Pens 2-0 series lead

May 18, 2013 PITTSBURGH — The Ottawa Senators have plenty of respect for Sidney Crosby. As they’re quickly learning, perhaps a little too much. more »»

Bucs thankful Astros are in town

May 18, 2013 PITTSBURGH — All Jimmy Paredes was thinking about was catching the ball. Same with Jake Elmore. Not that concentration helpe. more »»

Sadler tough on road for Curve

May 18, 2013 From Mirror reports RICHMOND Va. — Curve pitcher Casey Sadler must get pumped up from bus rides. more »»

High school girls will take softball talents overseas in 2014

May 18, 2013 Competitive softball is no longer available on the Olympic stage, but two area girls, Altoona Area High School junior Amanda Parrish and Bellwood-Antis High School junior Emily Nagle, will still get... more »»

Duncansville man owns world-famous collection

May 18, 2013 Most people, at some point during their lifetime, take up an interest or hobby. Many have a strong enough interest to become collectors — coins, postcards, stamp, etc. more »»

McGloin lands an NFL deal

May 17, 2013 ALAMEDA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders have signed undrafted free agent quarterback Matt McGloin. McGloin set a Penn State record with 46 career touchdown passes. more »»

Penn State 2014 football slate officially released

May 17, 2013 Penn State has a bye week before playing both Michigan and Ohio State in 2014, but the home non-conference schedule as it stands now lacks a high-profile opponent. more »»

Rudel: Undermining no help to O'Brien, PSU future

May 16, 2013 Sports Illustrated certainly got Penn State's attention. more »»

PSU officials challenge SI story on football medical coverage

May 15, 2013 Sports Illustrated has a story hitting newsstands today that questions the medical coverage of the Penn State football program, and Tuesday night the school went on the offensive challenging the... more »»

Penn State adds pair to ’14 recruiting class

May 11, 2013 Penn State’s football recruiting bonanza continued Friday as the Nittany Lions received verbal commitments from a big-name safety and a former safety who now plays linebacker who has close ties to a... more »»

Obituaries

Paul Buccigrossi

May 18, 2013 Paul Buccigrossi, 56, Peoria, Ariz., formerly of Squirrel Hill, died Monday, May 13, 2013. He was the beloved son of the late Arthur J. and Ida (Vestri) Buccigrossi; brother of Arthur J. Jr. more »»

Kenneth L. Crissman

May 18, 2013 Oct. 24, 1923 – May 17, 2013 Kenneth L. Crissman, 89, Turkey Valley, died early Friday morning at The Lutheran Home at Holli­days­burg. more »»

Leo John ‘Skip’ Dunn

May 18, 2013 Jan. 4, 1928 – May 7, 2013 Leo John “Skip” Dunn, 85, Potomac, Md., passed away peacefully in his home with loved ones at his side May 7, 2013, from complications of old ag. more »»

A. Raymond ‘Ray’ Goodman

May 18, 2013 Jan. 15, 1940 – May 16, 2013 A. Raymond “Ray” Goodman, 73, Altoona, died Thursday at Altoona Regional. He was born in Williams­port, son of the late Albert R. and Winifred (Maitland) Goodman. more »»

Jacqueline ‘Jacquie’ (Winning) Griffith

May 18, 2013 Aug. 3, 1961 – May 16, 2013 Jacqueline “Jacquie” (Winning) Griffith, 51, Ebensburg, died Thursday. She was born in Johns­town, daughter of the late Clarence A. and Priscilla M. (Cook) Winning. more »»

Area Life

Flower power: All-America Selections winners offer up ‘tried and true’

May 18, 2013 An annual list of the best seed varieties takes the guess work out of what’s the best pick for your garden, according to a local greenhouse manager. more »»

Injured Altoona veteran competed at 2013 Warrior Games

May 18, 2013 Retired Army Sgt. Sean Hook, an Altoona veteran, competed in the 2013 Warrior Games as part of Team Army. The games, which took place in Colorado Springs, Colo., ended on Thursday. more »»

Timeless messages: John Denver tribute brings music legend’s songs to Altoona

May 16, 2013 When singer Chris Collins decided to play a John Denver tribute concert at a friend’s prompting, 300 people showed up to pack a small bar after reading an article in a local newspape. more »»

Pints for Pets continues to raise big bucks for Humane Society

May 15, 2013 Care for a pint and a poodle? An ale and an akita? A stout and a shorthair? OK, so technically there are no actual animals allowed at Peoples Natural Gas Field during the Pints for Pets Brewfest thi... more »»

Makeover for Mom: An inspiration to others, Altoona mom treated for her accomplishments

May 12, 2013 About a week ago, mother of five Melanie Kattouf marveled at the thought of riding in a limousine on a Thursday. more »»

Local Business

Blair narrows search for adviser

May 15, 2013 By Kay Stephens kstephens@altoonamirror. more »»

Texas CEO has local roots

May 12, 2013 Chris Reading fondly remembers growing up in Eldorado. “I remember when the world was simple. We lived on a dead-end street surrounded by woods. It was a fun time to play baseball or basketball. more »»

Merchants prepare for mothers

May 5, 2013 Local merchants are gearing up with Mother’s Day just a week away. more »»

Despite late start, pool dealers optimistic

May 5, 2013 Local swimming pool dealers are optimistic 2013 will be a good year. “We are so weather oriented. If the weather cooperates, the opportunity is there for a good pool season. more »»

Pens blow lead in loss at home

May 4, 2013 PITTSBURGH — Sidney Crosby did what he always seems to do in big moments, scoring two quick goals in his return from a broken jaw. more »»

 
 

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