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A Small Pennsylvania Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Pennsylvania is known for its diverse array of communities, from bustling cities to quaint small towns. However, a recent report has shed light on the alarming decline of one particular town, which has now been ranked as the second-worst place to live in the entire state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the factors that have led to this startling transformation and explore the implications for the town’s residents and the broader region.
Ducklings saved from drain by firefighters in Blair County
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — It was no “quack”-ing matter when a family of ducklings got stuck in a storm drain Wednesday morning. The Geeseytown Community Fire Department responded to a call in Frankstown Township in the area of Frankstown Road and Brush Mountain Road. Firefighters said they were able to open the grate to […]
Crews working to fix Altoona road after waterline break causes sinkhole
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ)– Crews are working to repair 12th Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in the Juniata Section of Altoona after a waterline break led to a sinkhole in the road. Interim City Director of Operations Kevin Bechtel said the ten-inch steel waterline broke Sunday morning around 11. Bechtel said the break was most […]
‘Wheels on the Field’ returns to People’s Natural Gas Field this weekend
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The 814 Society is holding its “Wheels on the Field” event on Saturday at People’s Natural Gas Field. “Wheels on the Field” is scheduled for July 20 from 12 to 5:30 p.m. and will be a “large scale” car show inside and outside the stadium. The event will feature vehicles of […]
Blair Co. organization creates care packages for veterans, troops; donation drive underway
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — One area organization is once again seeking donations for homeless veterans and care packages for deployed troops. Military Families Ministry, located in Bellwood, Blair County, is currently conducting its 4th annual July donation drive. The organization is looking for individual snack bars, protein bars,...
Senator Ward announces Frankstown Twp. Sewer Project
HARRISBURG (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Senator Judy Ward (R-30) announces a $5.8 million fund toward a sewer main project in Frankstown Twp. The project will replace nearly 25,000 feet of sewer systems with new pipes and manhole covers. The state will provide the funds through a low interest loan from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority […]
PA Ag Sec. kicks off annual 'Urban Agriculture Tour' at community gardens in Blair County
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The state kicked off its 7th annual Urban Agriculture Tour in Blair County on Monday. The first stop was at the Society of Saint Vincent DePaul Community Gardens in Hollidaysburg. Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding got a firsthand look at what is grown there,...
Red Cross hosts annual 'Blood Blitz' blood drive in Blair County
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The American Red Cross conducted its largest Blair County blood drive Tuesday at the Altoona Junior High gymnasium. Organizers say the goal is to collect 180 units of blood. Officials say summer presents the time of greatest need for blood transfusions, but it also...
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