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Altoona pizza shop shuts down after only 3 months open

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A new Altoona pizza shop announced it’s already shutting down after just over three months in business. Noble Roman’s had its grand opening in downtown Altoona in the Center City Market July 27. Now, according to the shop owners, they will be closing permanently Monday, Nov. 9. The owners announced the […]

Altoona, PA · 15h

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Drainage, utility work expected to cause delays in Cambria County

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Delays up to 15 minutes are possible as a drainage and utility work project begins in Cambria County this week. According to PennDOT, the work will start Monday, Nov. 9 along Route 756 (Bedford Street/Elton Road) between Vo-Tech Drive and Industrial Park Road in Geistown Borough and Richland Township. The […]

Cambria County, PA · 19h

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Police: Man sets Johnstown-area home ablaze with child inside, flees on dirt bike

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A Johnstown-area man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he poured gasoline inside a home, set it on fire and threatened a woman before fleeing officers on a dirt bike. Authorities say 31-year-old Norberto Rivera-Lopez is charged in connection with an incident...

Johnstown, PA · 2d

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Altoona man with warrant in custody after hours-long police standoff

UPDATE: ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — An Altoona man is in police custody after a standoff Friday that lasted for several hours. Altoona police gave an update Friday night, saying the standoff at a home on 4th Street and Spruce Avenue was safely resolved after Justin Loomis, 39, was arrested without incident. Loomis was found to […]

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Cambria County to host Veterans Day, Marine Corps celebration

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Veterans Day and Marine Corps Birthday ceremony is set for Nov. 10 at the Cambria County Courthouse Rotunda. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m., and the office is located at 200 S. Center St., Ebensburg. The event will honor military veterans for their service and sacrifice […]

Cambria County, PA · 2d

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Susquehanna basketball opens with road win over Saint Francis

Loretto, Pa. — Susquehanna opened its men’s basketball season with a 101-93 win over Saint Francis on Friday at DeGol Arena. Bryce Rollerson opened the scoring with a layup just 21 seconds into the contest off an assist from KJ Carson. Saint Francis responded with a pair of baskets to take an early 4-2 advantage before Carson Rhodes and Jovany Philistin traded baskets to even the score at 4-4. Both teams continued to exchange baskets throughout the opening minutes, with neither side able to establish significant separation. Susquehanna began to find its rhythm offensively midway through the first half, using contributions throughout the lineup to build some breathing room. Mikey Cumbo then provided a spark off the bench, scoring on a layup before adding another basket in the paint. His offensive production helped Susquehanna maintain its advantage as the Red Flash continued to apply pressure. The River Hawks received additional contributions from Logan Shaw and Logan Rhoades, who each found opportunities around the basket. Rhoades converted a layup off a Cumbo assist to push the lead to 34-29, while Cumbo continued to attack the paint to keep the Saint Francis defense occupied. Susquehanna carried a 45-40 advantage into halftime after

Selinsgrove, PA · 1d

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The Legend Behind Pennsylvania's Most Chilling Bridge

Covered bridges are typically visited for their scenic beauty, but that’s not the case with Herline Covered Bridge, one of the most allegedly haunted places in Pennsylvania. In fact, this particular destination has been associated with a haunted legend for over 150 years. And while the bridge is certainly picturesque, what inspires lore is the […]

Bedford County, PA · 2d

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Sheetz announces special Veterans Day free meal and car wash offer

ALTOONA, PA (WVNS) – Sheetz is honoring veterans on Veterans Day with special deals. According to a press release, on Veterans Day, which is Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Sheetz is offering a free half turkey sub and a regular size fountain drink to veterans and active-duty military personnel at any of its more than 850 […]

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PIAA Football District Playoffs: Nov. 13-14

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The first round of the PIAA District playoffs has concluded, and now new matchups are on the horizon. After the first round, 20 teams remain, with some looking for district titles. Here is a look at the current lineup for the second round of high school football playoffs. District V Class […]

Altoona, PA · 1d

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Annual police recognition turkey dinner held in Altoona

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A heartwarming tradition returned for its 57th year in a row. The yearly police recognition turkey dinner was held at the Juniata VFW to honor police officers, both past and present, for their service. The free dinner served as a thank you for local law enforcement officers. Debra Francis, the organizer, […]

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Pennsylvania Is Packed With Italian Restaurants, But This Secret Gem Deserves Your Attention

In 1983, a fire wrecked the upper floors of a beloved restaurant building, and it was marked for demolition. Then one man stopped the bulldozers. He claimed the burned-out shell and saw an Italian dining room where everyone else saw rubble. His whole family spent ten years rebuilding it and...

Altoona, PA · 16h

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Somerset denies Central Mountain district volleyball title, 3-0

CRESSON, Pa. – There was a postgame consensus all around, Saturday at Mount Aloysius College just was not Central Mountain’s day. The Lady Wildcat volleyball team could never find a rhythm in falling in the District 6 AAAA championship tilt by a 3-0 score to Somerset. The win...

Cresson, PA · 1d

WTAJ

Altoona VA to host Veterans Day ceremony, enrollment event

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center will host a Veterans Day ceremony and enrollment event Nov. 10 in Altoona. The event will begin with a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m., followed by an outreach and enrollment event where veterans can learn about VA health care, benefits, and […]

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Red Wolves Fall at Washington and Jefferson

WASHINGTON, Pa. – The Saint Francis University football team faced a tough challenge Saturday afternoon, falling 63-0 to Washington & Jefferson College at Cameron Stadium. The Presidents, who entered the game ranked among the top teams in the Presidents' Athletic Conference, jumped out to a 35-0 first-quarter lead and added 28 more points before halftime. Washington & Jefferson finished with 525 yards of total offense, including 360 on the ground.

Loretto, PA · 1d

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STATUS CONFERENCE SET FOR JACK IN ROBSON MURDER CASE

In Westmoreland County, Judge Meagan Bilik-DeFazio has set a new date for an update on the murder trial of Robert Patrick Jack, the 21-year-old accused of being the triggerman who shot and killed Alice Robson at her home outside of New Florence, in Saint Clair Township, in December of 2023. Jack is charged with criminal homicide, murder of the first and third degree, and conspiracy. His two co-defendants, Melissa Fox-Beacom and Matthew Bates, have already been convicted and sentenced to life in prison, but both have appealed. They claim Jack acted on his own and went mad when they tried to talk him out of shooting Robson.

New Florence, PA · 1d

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New natural wellness center opens in Bedford County

BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A ribbon cutting was held Friday morning for a business that focuses on natural wellness in Bedford County. Southern Salts began as a vision to create a space that focuses on health, healing and relaxation. The business offers different types of services including red...

Bedford County, PA · 2d

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Men's wrestling lifts the curtain on 2026-27 campaign

ALTOONA, Pa. (Nov.6) – The Waynesburg University men's wrestling team opened the 2026-27 campaign with a dual match at Penn State Altoona on Friday. The Yellow Jackets fell 40-18 to the host Lions. Things started well for Waynesburg (0-1), as junior Ryland Parker (Ravenal, S.C. / Ashley Ridge) picked...

Waynesburg, PA · 2d

Erie Times News

McDowell sets team records, then walks off Altoona in PIAA playoff game

When Chase Carrick took the handoff, he saw the gap. Seconds later, he was running toward his bench to celebrate with his teammates. Carrick scored on a 10-yard run in double overtime as McDowell outlasted Altoona 47-41 in a PIAA Class 6A subregional football game on Friday, Nov. 6, at James Conner Field. “I just wanted to get some yards after they didn’t score,” said Carrick. “When I saw the gap opened up I knew I was gone. I wasn’t going to mess it up.” McDowell (8-3) moves on to another PIAA subregional next week at State College after the Little Lions beat Erie High 55-0. More: District 10 football standings More: General McLane wins football rematch with Harbor Creek in District 10 Class 4A semifinals McDowell survived a pair of wild overtime periods. The Trojans had the ball first in overtime but couldn’t score any points as Altoona (6-5) picked off a pass on fourth down. With McDowell’s back against the wall, Joel Pulliam forced a fumble and Deonte Flemings fell on it to give the Trojans new life. Altoona had the ball to start the second overtime, but the McDowell defense forced another fumble with Braylon Green falling

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Community luncheon honors Bedford County veterans

BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The Veterans Affairs Office held a veterans appreciation luncheon on Friday in Bedford County. Veterans had the opportunity to receive a free meal and connect with members of the community. Organizers said having the luncheon is a great way to give back to veterans...

Bedford County, PA · 2d

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