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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 · 1d

WTAJ

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 · 7h

WTAJ

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 · 5h

WJAC TV

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

WJAC TV

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

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...

Altoona, PA · 1d

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 […]

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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

WVNS

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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BEHIND THE SCENES: Pennsylvania Turnpike gives look at next phase of Open-Road Tolling

(WHTM) -- Toll booths are functionally a thing of the past and, soon, they physically will be too. The Pennsylvania Turnpike's rollout of Open Road Tolling is expected to go live in early January from Reading west. New toll gantries -- overhead equipment designed to read either your E-Z Pass...

Pennsylvania · 2d

Franklin County Free Press

Local Christmas Parades and Tree Lighting Events Scheduled for November and December

Communities across Franklin, Cumberland, and Fulton counties are preparing for the holiday season with Christmas parades, tree lighting ceremonies, and community celebrations scheduled throughout November and December. The holiday events begin Thursday, November 19, in Carlisle and continue through Saturday, December 12, in Mechanicsburg. November 19. Carlisle: Christmas Parade at...

Fulton County, PA · 5h

WTAJ

LIST: 2026 meal deals, discounts for Veterans Day across Central Pennsylvania

PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — Veterans Day 2026 is Wednesday, Nov. 11, and businesses across the country are recognizing veterans and active-duty military members with free meals, discounts, and special offers. Here are some of the deals veterans and military members can find throughout Central Pennsylvania. Restaurants: Retail discounts: Personal care: Other Veterans Day offers: Veterans should […]

South Central Pennsylvania, PA · 2d

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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WSPA 7News

Veteran fighting for memorial honoring soldiers who died in lesser-known military tragedy

As years go by, some stories fade with time. However, one Altoona veteran is trying to honor his fellow lost service members who died in lesser-known military tragedies in the 1970’s. The event has since been called "The Forgotten 49."

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abc27 News

Federal funding backs behavioral healthcare upgrades in Fulton County

McCONNELLSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A care agency is expanding its services in a rural part of the Midstate. TrueNorth Wellness Services received a federal grant to help upgrade technology to support its crisis intervention, peer support, and mental health services at its office in McConnellsburg. The office first opened in 2011, and the grant, they […]

Fulton County, PA · 2d

clintoncountysports.com

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

aahsmountainecho.com

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...

Altoona, PA · 16h

sfuathletics.com

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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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.