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Altoona-born man makes his mark as a magician
June 21, 2012 While New York City-based magician Adam Cardone is performing one of his acts, few would probably notice his tattoo which reads “Made in Altoona” — a testament to the place where his career got... more »» 
Twyla’s dream: Family in need of service dog to control girl’s seizures
June 19, 2012 Two-year-old Twyla Leaper loves the big stuffed dog that resides in her room. She also likes the real thing and wants a dog of her own some day. But Twyla doesn’t just want a dog, she needs one. more »» 
Local father with selfless attitude gets treat from his children
June 17, 2012 For the prose and delivery of a tribute speech written for one of his high school classes during the last school year, 16-year-old Hunter DeRensis received a near perfect score: 119 out of 120. more »»
Mirror column for pet obituaries will begin in July
June 17, 2012 The Mirror will begin publishing obituaries of pets next month. Pet obituaries will be published weekly each Monday, with a tentative launch of July 1. more »» 
Patchwork tribute: Slave quilt codes lead local artist to create collages
June 16, 2012 Artist Penelope Wilson of Hollidaysburg never really thought quilts had much purpose beyond keeping people warm. more »» 
Mamie’s Cafe and Bakery has made Martinsburg a go-to spot for a good meal
June 13, 2012 You notice it pretty quickly. No matter the time, whether they’re with a group or all by themselves. Everyone walking into Mamie’s Cafe and Bakery has a smile on their face. more »» 
Copying the Gospel: Mount Aloysius exhibits illuminated Bible prints
June 12, 2012 While taking a nod from the past, Benedictine monks from the St. John’s Abbey in Collegeville, Minn. recently made history by creating the first illuminated Bible since the Middle Ages. more »» 
‘Once’ comes out the big winner at Tony Awards
June 11, 2012 NEW YORK — The bittersweet musical "Once" captured eight Tony Awards on Sunday, including best direction of a musical, best lead actor in a musical and the top musical prize itself. more »» 
Area teens study hard before getting behind the wheel
June 11, 2012 Chelsea Ritts, 16, a junior year this year at Altoona Area High School, hopes to take her driver’s test sometime this month and get her license. “I’ve had my permit since last September,” she said. more »» 
Altoona Area Public Library kicks off summer reading program June 19
June 10, 2012 Jes Sprouse feels blessed that her entire family loves to read. But ask her about it, and she’ll tell you the Altoona Area Public Library and the Summer Reading program have a lot to do with that. more »» 
Railroad memories: SAMA-Altoona hosts exhibition of Rau photographs
June 9, 2012 Like the look of “The Artist,’’ the black-and-white silent film that swept this year’s Oscars? You may want to check out the latest exhibit at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Altoona, whic... more »» 
Bands to start tour in Altoona
June 9, 2012 Pop rock bands Sparks the Rescue and Rocky Loves Emily will meet for the first time when they embark this week on a month-long tour together. And they’ll meet right here in Altoona. more »» 
Loss of hearing can affect quality of life — you just might not realize it
June 7, 2012 A few years ago Betty Blazer’s children constantly suggested she needed her hearing checked. Blazer, who was in her mid-80s at the time, believed her ears were fine. more »»
Memories of Nana bittersweet
June 7, 2012 “I think I’ll go to Bingo tomorrow night. What do you think, Penelope?” my Nana asked as she passed around platefuls of food at our usual Sunday dinner. more »» 
Perfect harmony: Hollidaysburg Area School District honored for music education
June 4, 2012 HOLLIDAYSBURG— Teachers, students and community members in Hollidaysburg know the school district has a standout music progra. more »» 
From movie nights to Buddy Bear's birthday, car shows and concerts, two area amusement parks deliver this season
June 3, 2012 Stacy Mattas and her children look forward every summer to the opening of DelGrosso’s Amusement Park in Tipton. more »» 
View of the Cosmos: Club provides locals with tools to see rare Venus transit
June 2, 2012 The phrase “once in a lifetime” is used loosely nowadays. But unless you plan on living until the year 2117, this is the last time to witness a rare cosmic event called the transit of Venus. more »» 
The Alive @ 5 concert series is back, starting June 16 at the Railroaders Memorial Museum
May 31, 2012 "Beautiful weather, live music — there’s nothing better than live music outdoors,” said Sherry McCarthy, director of marketing for the Railroaders Memorial Museum in Altoon. more »» 
Dairies pamper cows with massages, waterbeds
May 30, 2012 CHILTON, Wis. — Lucky, a 7-year-old dairy cow, had been walking with a limp for several weeks when veterinarian Sara Gilbertson was called. more »» 
Style of summer: Local stores roll out season’s hot fashions
May 29, 2012 Not only is it the hottest season of the year, but summer fashion also annually burns up the runwa. more »» |
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