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Run for the Fallen comes to Mansion
August 16, 2012 For some, it could just be their daily walk or run at Mansion Park, but Run for the Fallen organizers hope the people who exercise there this Saturday will take time to remember the fallen heroes... more »» 
Local inspiration: Cambria County native uses novel to remember childhood
August 14, 2012 It was near the one-room school house he attended as a child where Ronnie Ray Jenkins first got “the writing bu. more »» 
Dancing toward a career
August 13, 2012 Kristin Cowger doesn’t remember what made her want to start ballet lessons at age 4. Her parents told her that she was one of those kids that was always dancing around the house. more »»
Searching for Bigfoot
August 12, 2012 By Mary Haley For the Mirror or people talking about Bigfoot sightings and other offbeat topics like ghosts and UFOS, they’re “some of the most down-to-earth people I’ve ever met,’’ said David... more »» 
Life in the fast lane: Eagles tribute band to play at Blair County Convention Center
August 11, 2012 When Frank Cunsolo books the band Hotel California into his theater in Windber, he knows it will draw a sellout crowd of Eagles fans. “They look the part, they sound the par. more »» 
Teen group Kicking Daisies brings tour to Altoona
August 11, 2012 Though each band member is still in their teens, pop rockers Kicking Daisies want to stress that they have musicianship, creativity and drive that should be taken very seriously. more »»
Locals share fond Hamlisch memories
August 9, 2012 Altoona native Jeannie Geist said the career of composer Marvin Hamlisch can summed up by one of his song titles: “Nobody Does it Better. more »»
Champion veggie recipes
August 8, 2012 Three Pennsylvania cooks were declared winners in the ninth annual Pennsylvania “Simply Delicious, Simply Nutritious” Vegetable Recipe Contest Cook-Off held Friday at the Olewine Center for Culinary... more »» 
A piece of the past: Fort Roberdeau’s Conestoga wagon brings history to life
August 7, 2012 These days, when kids visit Sinking Valley’s Fort Roberdeau, they always like the old-fashioned timbered fort and dressed-up volunteers telling them about the 18th century soldiers and the Indian... more »» 
Cove Country Cake Show & Challenge brings elite sugar artists to area
August 6, 2012 ROARING SPRING — “Let them eat cake!” Marie Antoinette may never have actually said those words, but if she had seen the Cove Country Cake Show & Challenge, she’d probably encourage her subjects to... more »» 
A calling: Young mortician cherishes opportunity of demanding profession
August 5, 2012 Editor’s note: This is the first in an occasional series about jobs. People talk about it, and people are afraid of it, yet people are always interested in it. more »» 
Going for gold: Local training available for athletes with Olympic dreams
August 4, 2012 The athletes locals can watch competing in this year’s Summer Olympics in London probably seem like a world away. more »» 
Dream wedding: Newly engaged Blair County natives win an all-expenses-paid contest
August 2, 2012 By Beth Ann Downey bdowney@altoonamirror.com For Chris Gschwendtner, Valentine’s Day 2008 and Valentine’s Day 2012 couldn’t have been more different. more »»
Woody's II crew strives to connect with customers
August 1, 2012 Lynne Grove wants her customers to have a great experience at Woody’s II, not just great foo. more »» 
Another side to Shel: Theater group performs Silverstein’s adult works
July 31, 2012 Though Shel Silverstein was an author best known for his children’s books, fans of his poetry, music, cartoons or plays may also know of the late artist’s wit, intellect and dark side. more »» 
The Band Perry started their career with a big hit, but they’re eager to move on to what’s next
July 30, 2012 If you feel a bit like The Band Perry are a brand new act, you aren’t alone. more »» 
Celebration of culture
July 26, 2012 Each year, the African American Heritage Festival includes a diverse offering of musical acts, alternative entertainment, food and retail vendors, educational presentations and informative resource. more »»
As food prices continue to rise, experts provide benefits and tips for cool savings
July 25, 2012 Teri Gault and her family survived without power for five full days when the historic Northridge Earthquake hit their Los Angeles home in 1994. more »» 
Altoona Regional maternity ward sets up new project to commemorate new babies’ births
July 23, 2012 The birth of a baby is a reason to celebrate, whether it be a son, daughter, grandchild or anything in between. more »» 
YouTube series turns character into local celebrity
July 23, 2012 COALPORT — By all looks and appearances, Bobby Lee and “Coalport Carl” are one in the same. more »» |
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