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Huntingdon County farmer, Marine vet named first recipient of Pa's veteran Ag award

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A special honor has been presented to one Huntingdon County farmer for his decades of military experience, as well as a family farming operation that has drawn national recognition. They wear a uniform to protect the land and then come home to work the...

Huntingdon County, PA · 3d
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The first snowfall of the season in northeastern and central Pennsylvania

Wayne County, PA · 3h

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Williamsburg’s ‘Band of Brothers’: A century-long military family

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — As this year’s Veterans Week comes to a close, we’re highlighting a Blair County family whose military roots date back over 100 years. Williamsburg resident Jeffery Ellis spoke to WTAJ about the veterans of the Figurelle family, also of Williamsburg, who he dubbed the “Band of Brothers,” like the 2001 […]

Blair County, PA · 9h

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Blair County Inmate's Lawsuit Over Shower Beating Survives Magistrate's Recommendation

A federal magistrate judge has recommended allowing one claim in former Blair County Prison inmate Bronson L. Brown’s lawsuit to proceed, finding factual disputes that prevent an early dismissal. Brown, 42, of Altoona, alleges a corrections officer slammed his head into a shower door, walls and floor in December 2022. He is seeking more than $1 million in damages and says the incident caused facial swelling, a gash on his ear and a severe shoulder injury.

Blair County, PA · 12h
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Landlords fined $15,000 for code enforcement violations in Altoona

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) -- Altoona homes and buildings owned by groups from New Jersey were targeted for code violations, leading to $15,000 in fines. According to the City, 15 summary citations were filed by code enforcement for continued noncompliance with rental property violations. On Thursday, Nov. 5, during codes court,...

Altoona, PA · 8d

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This Overlooked Pennsylvania Town Has Homes Under $150,000 That Locals Are Snapping Up Fast

Here’s a question worth sitting with for a moment: what if the best place to live in Pennsylvania isn’t the place everyone’s already talking about?. Altoona has been sitting quietly in the Allegheny Mountains, doing its thing, building its community, and maintaining its character while the rest of the country has been busy arguing about which overpriced city is the most desirable place to spend all of your money on rent.

Altoona, PA · 3d

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Thrifting craze takes over Altoona

Thrifting has become a large part of shopping in recent times. It involves buying clothes and accessories secondhand, whether that be in person or online. Thrifting also usually ends up being a cheaper option than going to retail stores. Head Principal Andrew Neely is one person who has gotten caught...

Altoona, PA · 3d

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Proposed poultry barn raises concerns for a Blair County community

DUNCANSVILLE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A proposed poultry barn, the root cause of community outcry, was one of the several matters discussed at the Blair Township Supervisors meeting. On Charger Highway in Duncansville, plans for a large-scale poultry barn have been proposed through the Roman Musser AG Operation Land Development Plan. This plan includes bringing around […]

Blair County, PA · 2d

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Over 1,000 Kinds Of Bulk Candy Fill The Bins At This Pennsylvania Sweet Shop

Five pounds of chocolate candy that flunked its beauty test can go home with you for under twenty dollars. The pieces came off a real production line, just a little lumpy, smudged, or lopsided. The star of this show is a marshmallow-filled chocolate cup that has been made in the...

Altoona, PA · 13d

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Rebert Erupts for 31 as Mounties Roll Past Juniata, 68-46

CRESSON, Pa. – Women's basketball continued its impressive start to the 2026-27 season on Thursday evening, defeating Juniata College, 68-46, inside the Athletic Convocation and Wellness Center (ACWC). Behind a 31-point performance from freshman Kylie Rebert (York, Pa., Central York) and a dominant second-half showing, the Mounties improved to 3-0, matching their best start to a season since the 2013-14 campaign, when they also opened with three consecutive victories.

Cresson, PA · 1d

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Award-winning journalist Jim Wentz donates decades of reporting to Blair County Historical

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Knowledge seekers in Blair County are now able to read about several decades worth of world and local history, as seen through the eyes of an award winning journalist who called the county home. Jim Wentz has donated the body of his life’s work...

Blair County, PA · 3d

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Far From Tyrone, Close to Each Other: McKinney Brothers Serve Overseas

While almost all siblings share childhood memories and family traditions, TAHS alumni and brothers Dylan and Caleb McKinney share something far less ordinary: the honor of wearing the uniform and serving their country in the United States Armed Forces. “. — Adam McKinney. Although the McKinneys chose different branches, Caleb (TAHS...

Tyrone, PA · 2d

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Tyrone Preliminary Budget Includes Tax Increase

Tyrone Borough Council members approved a preliminary 2027 spending plan that includes a proposed 0.5-mill property tax increase aimed at stabilizing the municipality’s long-term finances. Reportedly, under the proposed budget, general fund revenues are projected at roughly $4.5 million against approximately $4.2 million in estimated expenditures. If enacted, the millage rate would rise from 4.725 mills to 5.25 mills, costing the average resident an additional $52.50 per $100,000 of assessed property value. The preliminary budget is currently available for a 10-day public inspection at the borough office, 1100 Logan Ave. Council is scheduled to vote on final adoption during its Dec. 14th meeting.

Tyrone, PA · 1d

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‘Holiday Lights on the Lake’ returns, celebrating its 30th season through festive displays

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Holiday Lights on the Lake returns to Lakemont Park, spreading holiday cheer through nearly 200 light displays. Attendees will get to enjoy the festive displays, with favorites such as the Avenue of Trees and Tunnel of Lights to visit. Many different holiday activities, shopping, performances, and other […]

Altoona, PA · 2d

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No Refund Theatre Presents: ‘The Real Housewives Of Altoona’

A dinner party turned murder mystery.

Altoona, PA · 1d

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Adam Sheetz named new president, COO of family company

Adam Sheetz is advancing to the role of President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Sheetz, effective January 1, 2027. Adam previously served as Sheetz’s Executive Vice President of Operations. (Courtesy of Sheetz) Adam Sheetz, the next generation of the family’s gas station and convenience store company, has been...

Altoona, PA · 1d

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Portage Korean War Veteran, 50 Years in Same Home, Gets Free Roof on Veterans Day

David Parkin and his wife, Georgette, spent Veterans Day watching strangers tear the old roof off the Portage Township home they have lived in for more than 50 years and replace it for free. By the end of the day, the house had new oriented strand board, repaired ventilation and fresh shingles — all paid for by someone else.

Altoona, PA · 1d

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Blue Devils fly past Bald Eagles

In the first round of the playoffs, Bellwood-Antis football has shown that they are ready for whatever team is put on their schedule. On Friday night, the Bellwood-Antis Blue Devils hosted Bald Eagle Area in the first round of the playoffs, where they dominated all game. On the offensive end of the field, the Blue Devils racked up 359 yards from scrimmage and managed to put 34 points on the board. Defensively, the Blue Devils held the Bald Eagles to 280 yards and only 10 points.

Bellwood, PA · 21h

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PA Department of Health confirms 7th measles death

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) confirmed a seventh measles-associated death in the Commonwealth Friday afternoon. DOH officials confirmed the death occurred in Montour County, PA. The department added that the individual was not vaccinated and that death has been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. State...

Pennsylvania · 5h