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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 […]

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Hours-long Altoona standoff ends with one last defiant act

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Multiple police departments joined an hours-long standoff in Altoona Friday, which police said began with the suspect naked on his roof, according to the released criminal complaint. Justin Alan Loomis, 39, was allegedly seen by witnesses naked on his roof Nov. 6. When police arrived, they said they saw shards of […]

Altoona, PA · 16h

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Altoona-based Sheetz names new President and Chief Operating Officer

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Altoona-based restaurant and convenience chain is shaking things up with a new President and Chief Operating Officer — Adam Sheetz, grandson of founder Bob Sheetz. Adam, who previously served as the company’s executive vice president of operations, will become President and COO effective Jan. 1, 2027. Travis Sheetz will remain […]

Altoona, PA · 11h

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PSP: Houtzdale woman accused of being impaired when she rear-ended Philipsburg-Osceola bus

CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — More than two months after an SUV rear-ended a Philipsburg-Osceola school bus, with students on board, Pennsylvania State Police say a 49-year-old Houtzdale woman is now facing DUI-related charges. Investigators say Hailey Evanskey is accused of being impaired when she crashed into the back...

Houtzdale, PA · 11h

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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 · 1d

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Troopers investigating Indiana County robbery, look to identify suspect

INDIANA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect in a commercial robbery in Indiana County Friday morning. According to troopers, the robbery occurred around 9:18 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at the Royal Smoke along Route 22 Highway West in Burrell Township. Officers arrived at the scene […]

Indiana County, PA · 1d

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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...

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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 · 2d

Pittsburgh's Public Source

Gambling problems in Pa. used to be near casinos. Now they’re everywhere.

“A lot of those people just didn't gamble on a regular basis until the online gambling came and now they have access to it 24/7,” said Elizabeth Lanza of Pennsylvania's Office of Compulsive and Problem Gambling. The post Gambling problems in Pa. used to be near casinos. Now they’re everywhere. appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source . PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.

Pennsylvania · 21h

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YOUNG TOWNSHIP CHURCH FIRE EXTINGUISHED

Firefighters were able to put out a fire and save a church structure along Church Street in McIntyre yesterday afternoon. The Coal Run/McIntyre Fire Company reports that they received a direct call from a homeowner after the caller’s cellphone network was unable to contact Indiana County 911. The fire company reached 911 by radio and Coal Run/McIntyre, Iselin/West Lebanon, Aultman and Tunnelton firefighters were dispatched along with RIT Team 900 were immediately dispatched, followed minutes later by Creekside. Additional fire companies were summoned for standby duty.

Indiana County, PA · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Sheetz offers veterans a free meal and car wash

Altoona, Pa. — Sheetz will offer veterans and active-duty military a free meal on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11 — a free half turkey sub and a regular fountain drink — at more than 850 stores, the company said Thursday, Nov. 5. Extras and add-ons to the sub are included. A free car wash is also available that day for veterans and active-duty military at participating Sheetz locations that have a car wash. The offer covers Sheetz’s $9.99 car wash option, the company said. Proof of military service is required. Accepted proof includes a U.S. Uniformed Services ID card, retired ID card, current Leave and Earnings Statement, veterans organization card, photograph in uniform, DD214, citation or commendation. The offer is valid for orders paid in-store only. Throughout November, customers can donate Sheetz loyalty points to the USO through the Sheetz app; every 100 points equals a $1 contribution, the company said. Store locations with a car wash are listed under the car wash filter at sheetz.com .

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NEW DATE SET FOR WEISS SENTENCING

The new date for Ronald Weiss’s sentencing has been set. The twice-convicted murderer of 16-year-old Barbara Bruzda is due before Indiana County President Judge Thomas Bianco on November 20th, which is a week from this Friday. Weiss was found guilty by an Indiana County Court jury on August 27th....

Indiana County, PA · 1d

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Mountain Lion Backpack Program donates applesauce to students in need

In order to ensure that students have food, the Mountain Lion Backpack Program has asked for donations of applesauce cups. The competition-style drive will run through Nov. 20. There will be more donation opportunities in the future, not all of which will be food-related. “It’s food for students that need...

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Women's Volleyball Ends Regular Season in Altoona

ALTOONA, Pa. – Hilbert College Women's Volleyball closed out the 2026 regular season Saturday afternoon with a straight-set loss to Penn Sate Altoona at Adler Arena. The AMCC regular-season champion Lions earned the victory by scores of 25-17, 25-23, and 25-21. After a difficult opening set, the Hawks responded with a strong effort in the second frame. Hilbert recorded 13 kills and stayed within striking distance throughout, battling to a 23-23 tie before Penn State Altoona scored the final two points to take a 2-0 match lead. The set featured four tie scores.

Altoona, PA · 2d

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PURCHASE LINE BOARD TO VOTE ON SUPERINTENDENT RENEWAL

At their meeting tomorrow night, the Purchase Line school board is expected to approve a new three-year contract for superintendent Patricia Berezansky at an initial annual salary of $142,537. Among other planned actions are a number of personnel moves, including hiring assistant coaches for some of the sports teams. The...

Indiana County, PA · 1d

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