If you asked 100 model train enthusiasts what makes the hobby special, you would never get the same answer twice — and that is especially true at the Altoona Association of Model Railroaders, whose members…
Taylor Township plans meeting on proposed data center
Taylor Township will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 8 in the Roaring Spring Fire Hall on a…
Cohn remembered as compassionate police officer
Former Altoona, Allegheny Township and Penn State Altoona police officer Christopher Cohn consistently demonstrated understanding and kindness, especially with people…
Bill to open Pennsylvania primaries passes State House
HARRISBURG — For the first time in recent memory, a bill to open up Pennsylvania’s primary elections to unaffiliated voters…
Alleged kidnapping victim recounts high speed chase
HOLLIDAYSBURG — The woman who was kidnapped alongside her two children in September 2025 by a Virginia Beach man testified…
Blair County Genealogical Society seeks donations to digitize newspapers
To preserve local history, the Blair County Genealogical Society is accepting donations to digitize area newspapers, including many out-of-print publications.…
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Cowboys acquiring cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Steelers for 2 draft picks, AP sources say
FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are acquiring disgruntled cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from…
PSU
Conservative offense, suspect timeout usage led to defeat for PSU
There are and will continue to be comparisons between Matt Campbell and James Franklin.…
Area Life
Start of Spooky Season
A spider builds a delicate web between branches of a plant on Monday in…
Local Business
Most US stocks fall after bond market ups pressure
Tyrone Fitness Club opens second facility
Briefcase: F.N.B. Corp. recognized
Ticker: States waiving taxes due to high gas prices
Editorials
Williamsburg tree issues require bids
Aside from their beauty, trees can be dangerous, even deadly. While adverse weather conditions such as high winds or heavy rains put varying degrees of stress on these “towers of nature,” there also are uncontrollable natural factors that weaken them as they age. It’s not unlike what humans and animals experience as they grow…
Georgia issue is a problem all prisons face
Tyrone survey laudable
Universities walk tightrope with free speech
Public Records
Divorces
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the prothonotary’s offices at area county courthouses. Blair County ADAMS –– Casey; Edward, both of Altoona. Married Oct. 23, 2021. KLING –– Joshua; Amanda E., both of Altoona. Married March 25, 2017. GONDER –– Susan I.; Gary L., both of Altoona. Married April 19, 2023. PFAHLER…
Marriage licenses
Deeds — Sept. 26-27
Food inspections — Bedford County
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