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Mike Iuzzolino takes over Sewickley Academy boys basketball program
Altoona native Mike Iuzzolino’s has had a distinguished basketball career. Iuzzolino’s proficiency on the basketball court has taken him all over the globe. Most recently, he worked for eight years on the Robert Morris men’s basketball staff, including the last three as associate head coach. Iuzzolino, 56,...
Zito: Biden lawsuit against Sheetz Gas will enrage Pennsylvania voters
ALTOONA, Pennsylvania — The oldest gas station in America still in operation, Reighard’s here in this Blair County city, got its start in 1908 when a local blacksmith decided to sell gasoline out the back of his shop when the Model T was introduced. It has been open...
New exhibit explores African-American heritage and the Underground Railroad in Blair County
The historical Baker Mansion in Altoona is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year, and the Blair County Historical Society is marking that milestone with new exhibits that opened Friday, including one about African-American Heritage and the Underground Railroad in Blair County. Harriett Gaston, the lead curator of the exhibit and...
Cumberland Valley ice cream trail begins
CUMBERLAND VALLEY, Pa. (WHTM) – You can now get rewarded for eating ice cream. The Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau launched the 2024 Cumberland Valley Ice Cream Trail today, May 23. The free digital passport runs from May 23 until Labor Day; it encourages participants to visit different ice cream locations throughout Cumberland County. The trail […]
PennDOT encouraging drivers to use zipper merging on roadways
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Even though construction season is well underway, PennDOT is seeing more congestion on I-99 than usual. An engineer from the transportation agency said that it’s not because of restricted lanes, but rather because drivers are merging too early. Now, they’re urging drivers to use the Zipper Merge Method. “Zipper merge […]
Juneteenth HBG 2024: Empowering Black and Brown Communities Through Celebration and Action
As Juneteenth approaches, YPOC (Young Professionals of Color) is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration that promises to empower Black and Brown professionals and communities. The Juneteenth HBG event is a vibrant extension of YPOC’s mission to create lasting change by focusing on emancipatory advancement and reinvesting economic resources back into the community. Slated for June 2024, Juneteenth HBG will bring together community leaders, business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations across Central Pennsylvania in a powerful show of solidarity and support. YPOC is calling on these leaders to contribute generously and participate actively, ensuring the event’s success and sustainability.
North Star topples Tussey Mountain to earn 3rd straight D5-2A title berth
FERRELLTON — The runs came in bunches for the North Star baseball team in its District 5 Class 2A baseball semifinal contest against Tussey Mountain on Wednesday. The top-seeded Cougars scored nearly all the runs they would need in the bottom of the first inning to topple the fourth-seeded Titans 9-3. North Star junior Andy Retassie hit a leadoff single off Tussey Mountain starter Camden Chilcote. Senior Cayden Turner followed with a single of his own advancing Retassie to third with no one out. A stolen base by Turner put runners at second and third. Retassie would score the game’s first run on a passed ball that also allowed Turner to reach third. He would score on a Conner Yoder sacrifice fly.
Two Arrested In Blair County On Multiple Charges
Two people are behind bars in a Blair County after a minor was allegedly found living in deplorable conditions. On Friday police arrested 24 year old Isaiah Shumac and 36 year old Filicia Hollen at their Altoona home. Police say multiple drugs and paraphernalia were found inside the residence, as...
Parolee wanted after chase, crash in Altoona
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A parolee wanted on felony warrants escaped a Blair County Sheriff deputy after a chase and crash in Altoona. Deputies are searching for 33-year-old Kyle Lasko who was spotted driving a red GMC pickup in Altoona Tuesday, May 21. A Sheriff’s Deputy attempted to stop Lasko and he took off toward […]
Go Red for Women dinner, fashion show held in Blair County
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The annual Blair County Go Red for Women dinner and fashion show was held on Thursday at the Blair County Convention Center. The event is meant to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease. It’s the number one killer in women and causes 1 in 3 deaths each year. Among females 20 […]
Here’s why you may see a helicopter flying over Central Pennsylvania
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– A helicopter will be in the sky Wednesday flying over parts of Central Pennsylvania. York County Office of Emergency Management posted on Facebook that a black and silver Bell helicopter with N651HA emblazoned on its side will be in the air. According to the post, the reason for the helicopter is because […]
Hollidaysburg Area Arts Council talks ‘Music in the Burg’ Summer Concert Series
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Hollidaysburg Area Arts Council is hosting the ‘Music in the Burg’ free summer concert series. You can bring your family out for these performances at Canal Basin Park in Hollidaysburg. The free summer concert series kicks off with ‘The Reigning Queen of...
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