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Blair Dance Company wins at nationals
SANDUSKY, Ohio — The Blair Dance Company of Altoona traveled to Sandusky, Ohio, from June 24 to 29 to compete at the NexStar National Talent Competition’s National event. There were more than 1,600 dancers from across the United States in attendance making this the largest Star Dance Alliance National of the season.
David Michael Forquer
David Michael Forquer, 68, of Everett, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at home. He was born on July 11, 1956 in Washington DC; He is the son of the late Bernard and Evelyn (Hayden) Forquer. On May 28, 1977 he married Ruth (Hall) Forquer.
Celebrating a milestone: Trolley Museum marks century of storied car
ROCKHILL FURNACE — Since it was built 100 years ago, the York Railways trolley car No. 163 has seen its share of ups and downs, according to several Rockhill Trolley Museum volunteers. On Aug. 3, the museum’s volunteers will celebrate the trolley car’s history and their collaborative efforts to...
Janet Louise (Lockett) Sechrist
Janet Louise (Lockett) Sechrist, 92, McVeytown, passed away on Thursday July 25, 2024, at Geisinger Lewistown. Born Nov. 7, 1931, Lewistown, daughter of the late Clair and Edith (Flynn) Lockett. Preceded in death by her husband, Mervin C. Sechrist; and siblings, Roy Lockett, Clair Lockett Jr. and Mary Clark. Survived...
Corso reflects on his new top role at UPMC Altoona
Seven years ago, when asked about his guiding principles following his appointment as chief operating officer for UPMC Altoona, Mike Corso cited former Bon Secours Holy Family Hospital CEO Dan Duggan’s advice: “Put the patient first.”. Corso’s philosophy hasn’t changed: on Monday, when asked a similar question upon...
Shapiro signs bill reining in PBMs
HOLLIDAYSBURG — With a promise to help level the playing field for independent pharmacies who have been struggling under unfair contracts with industry intermediaries, Governor Josh Shapiro ceremoniously signed House Bill 1993 in an effort to reign in unfair practices and provide accountability and oversight with drug reimbursements. The...
Summer Choral Society prepares for debut concert
Who: Cove Community Chorus and the Pennsylvania Summer Choral Society. What: How Can I Keep From Singing! chorus concerts. When: Saturday, Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 4 at 3 p.m. Where: Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School auditorium. Tickets: $10, available for purchase at the Music Emporium in...
A fellow artist
Ruby Rose helps to paint the Charlotte’s Web themed mural on the wall of the bathrooms at the Bedford Fairgrounds. Rose wasn’t included in the photograph that ran with a story about the project in Thursday’s edition. Gazette Photo/Tiana Eicher.
Club marks century of serving community
Editor’s note: The following story was written by Huntingdon Kiwanis Club members in honor of the club’s 100th anniversary. Thank you, Huntingdon Kiwanis, for a century of contributions to our community. Many Huntingdon residents are familiar with the beautiful, water color painting of Huntingdon from 1878. Some of...
Helping the library
The Friends of the Hollidaysburg Area Public Library presented checks totaling $9,300 to HAPL Library Director Kevin Yoder (center) at the June 17 meeting of the library’s board of directors. Shown are Friends President Carol Scarbro (left) and Andrea Bolan, Friends representative to the board. The Friends hold used book sales, a trivia party, maintain a used bookstore at the library and hold other events to raise money for the library. Monthly meetings of the Friends are held during the year except for July and August. Anyone interested in joining the Friends can contact the library at 814-695-5961. Dues are $10 per year.
2024 Courtesy KIA Little World Series
Kabello’s Contracting (East End) 11, Sheetz (Altoona Independent) 7: Home Run: Hertzler 2 (KC), Multiple Hits: Hertzler 3, Perris 2, (KC), Myers 2, (SH). WP: Hertzler. LP: Schmitt. SO: Hertzler 6, (KC), Schmitt 7, Ronan 3, (SH) Jamestown Rod & Gun Club (Portage) 12, Weyandt’s Baby Calves (Claysburg) 2:...
Pink Ribbon shoot is held
The annual Shoot for Life Clay Bird Shoot was held on Saturday, July 20 at the Everett Sportsman’s Club. Over 200 shooters took part in this event that raised over $8,000 to benefit the Bedford County Pink Ribbon Fund. The event is staffed by approximately 25 volunteers, and takes...
Reasons to endure heat, humidity
So here we are in summer’s dog days. We’ve been to the picnics and barbecues, sporting events and a festival or two. It’s hot, humid and challenging to generate enthusiasm for much beyond ice cream and air-conditioning. Careful! Time flies by quickly. Soon, summer will be gone,...
Juniata College Class of 1974 presents $4.8M Legacy Gift
HUNTINGDON — Members of Juniata College’s Class of 1974 presented their 50th Class Reunion legacy gift during the All Class Dinner at Alumni Weekend on June 7. The Class of 1974 raised $4,889,319.74, to support many areas across the college now and in the future. A portion of...
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