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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 […]

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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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Popular convenience store chain Sheetz names new company president & COO

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Popular Blair County-based convenience store chain Sheetz has named a new president and COO of the company. According to a company announcement, Adam Sheetz, the grandson of founder Bob Sheetz, will assume the role at the beginning of 2027. The company says that as...

Blair County, PA · 21h

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Troopers called for possible gunshots in Huntingdon, discover pellet gun damage

HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Police responded to a call for possible gunshots in Huntingdon, only to find what they said was pellet gun damage to property in the area. The incident happened Monday, Nov. 9, in the area of 12105 William Penn Highway. A caller reported to 911 that there were gunshots. Troopers […]

Huntingdon, PA · 4h

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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 · 2d

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One sent to the hospital after Johnstown assault, car theft

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A man is facing charges for allegedly assaulting another man before stealing his car. Kyle Sharp, 36, of Johnstown, is charged with robbery of a motor vehicle, robbery, and aggravated assault, all first-degree felonies; receiving stolen property, a third-degree felony; and simple assault, a first-degree misdemeanor. Around 8:15 p.m. on Oct. […]

Johnstown, PA · 22h

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Johnstown’s Coney Island closes until further notice over reported electrical issue

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A popular downtown Johnstown restaurant has closed until further notice because of a reported electrical issue. Coney Island announced on Facebook that it was closing at 11 a.m., citing concerns for employee and customer safety. The owner said Penelec and Tercek Electric are investigating...

Johnstown, PA · 23h

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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 · 12h

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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

Wellsboro Gazette

Cheapest gas stations in Johnstown

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Johnstown using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 4025 Crawford Ave, Northern Cambria, PA. - Price: $4.29. #3. Sheetz (tie) - Address: 139 S Main St, Carrolltown, PA. - Price:...

Johnstown, PA · 1d

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Bold Athletics celebrates grand opening of new Downtown Johnstown location

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A former Rite Aid building in downtown Johnstown has been transformed into the new home of Bold Athletics. The fitness gym recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community members, local leaders, and supporters. The event also marked the business’s fourth year […]

Johnstown, PA · 19h

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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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Women's Basketball Off to Best Start Since 2013-14 Following Road Victory

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. - Women's basketball continued its strong start to the 2026-27 season on Monday evening, defeating the Westminster College Titans, 61-49, inside Buzz Ridl Gymnasium. With the victory, the Mounties improved to 2-0 for the first time since the 2013-14 season, marking their best start to a campaign in 13 years.

Cresson, PA · 16h

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Driver rescued after rollover crash in Huntingdon

HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WTAJ) — A driver was rescued after flipping their vehicle in Huntingdon Sunday evening. The crash happened just after 5:30 p.m. in the area of Penn Street and Second Street. According to Huntingdon Regional Fire and Rescue Chief Timothy Furlong, the driver hit a parked car and flipped their vehicle. The driver had […]

Huntingdon, PA · 1d

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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 .

Altoona, PA · 2d

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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 · 3d

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St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry seeks donations as winter demand grows

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry is asking for pet food donations as pantry supplies run low and demand grows ahead of winter. For more than 15 years, the St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry has provided free pet food to families in Johnstown and surrounding communities. The pantry serves about 100 […]

Johnstown, 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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