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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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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 · 14h

WTAJ

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 · 14h

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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 · 19h

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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 · 11h

WTAJ

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

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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 · 16h

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 · 16h

everafterinthewoods.com

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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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

The Daily American

Travel advisories created for Somerset County construction work zones

Construction work zone updates and travel advisories have been issued for the week of Nov. 9, by PennDOT District 9. Lane restrictions on U.S. Route 219 North and southbound traffic will remain reduced to one lane as work continues on U.S. Route 219 from U.S. Route 30 to North Somerset between Route 8005 ramps and Route 8009 ramps in Somerset. From Nov. 9 to 20, crews will install raised pavement markers and place rock in washout areas, weather permitting. New Enterprise Stone and Lime Co., New Enterprise, is the lead contractor for the three-year, $24.6 million project that includes paving, the renovation of multiple bridge-structures, and drainage, guardrail and signage upgrades along five miles of U.S. 219, from the Route 601 interchange to U.S. 30 interchange in Somerset, Lincoln, Quemahoning and Jenner townships. The project’s anticipated completion date is later late November. The project is weather dependent. More: Somerset SAR set to dedicate new Revolutionary War Memorial Nov. 11 Replacing the U.S. Route 219 Boynton Bridge progresses On Nov. 9, crews will start removing the temporary road on U.S. 219 that was built as part of the $2.27 million project to replace the Boynton Bridge that carries U.S. 219 over

Somerset 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

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 · 1d

The Daily American

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Berlin Brothersvalley bests Meyersdale for 4th straight D5-1A title

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP — Berlin Brothersvalley swept Meyersdale 25-13, 25-18, 25-15 for its fourth straight District 5 Class 1A volleyball championship, Saturday, Nov. 7, at Pitt-Johnstown. "What stood out today was just execution," said Berlin Brothersvalley veteran coach Corey Will. "We spent the last two days in the gym basically learning Meyersdale inside and out, figuring out what we wanted to do against them. The girls came out and were spot on. Everything we had to do, we did and we did it well." The top-seeded Mountaineers trailed 5-2 in the first set before a 5-0 run and a 7-5 advantage. Berlin Brothersvalley never trailed again in the set and took a 1-0 lead in the match. Coming up short Everett outlasts Conemaugh Township in District 5-2A championship Back to the title match Berlin Brothersvalley, Meyersdale roll in D5-1A volleyball semifinals Meyersdale, the No. 2 seed, played tough early in the second set. Trailing 8-3, the Red Raiders went on a 6-0 surge and led 9-8. Berlin Brothersvalley answered right back with a 6-0 spurt of its own to regain the lead. The Mountaineers dominated from that point and were on the cusp of another championship. Berlin Brothersvalley never trailed in

Meyersdale, PA · 2d

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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 · 16h

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Here comes the sun, but not everywhere: Somerset County regulates solar facility placement

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Data centers aren’t the only facilities under new regulations in Somerset County. According to our media partners at The Tribune-Democrat, the county’s new ordinance regulating solar facilities, approved in October, drew complaints from residents, with some calling for the setback requirement to be shortened. Proposed solar farms larger than 1,000 […]

Somerset County, PA · 20h

NorthcentralPA.com

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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Broad Top City veterans memorials rededicated ahead of Veterans Day

BROAD TOP CITY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Two veterans memorials in Broad Top City were rededicated Saturday following restoration work ahead of Veterans Day. One memorial honors those who served in World War I, while the second recognizes veterans of World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam. The restoration was made possible through a nearly […]

Broad Top City, 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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