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NANCY JANE (SMITH) McAFOOSE, 86
Nancy Jane (Smith) McAfoose, 86, of Indiana, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at her home. A daughter of the late Carl L. and Zula (Henry) Smith, she was born June 26, 1938, in Indiana. Nancy graduated National Honor Society from Indiana...
ETHAN DOWNIE OSTERHOUT, 35
Ethan Downie Osterhout, 35, of Indiana passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024. A son of Karl E. Osterhout and Alison J. Downie, he was born Aug. 6, 1988, in Pittsburgh. Ethan relished being a Pittsburgher, even while he lived in Georgia for several years after graduating from Towson University. He had lived in Indiana since 2020. Ethan enjoyed sports, was a loyal fan of the Steelers and the Penguins, and Primanti’s was his favorite restaurant. As a little boy, Ethan loved Thomas the Tank Engine trains. As an adult, he often wore a t-shirt featuring a Thomas train logo.
JAMES EUGENE GROMLEY
James Eugene “Jim” Gromley of Josephine passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at Beacon Ridge, Indiana, PA. Jim was born on April 19, 1968 Towanda, PA, Bradford County. Jim is the son of the late Morris Clyde Gromley and Margaret Elizabeth Travis Gromley. He was a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan School, Dixonville, PA. Jim proudly served in US Army as a Food Specialist. Most recently Jim worked as a cook for the Hoss’s Steak and Sea House, Indiana, PA. He was a life member of the Clymer Volunteer Fire Company #1.
You can now get beer delivered from Sheetz in Pennsylvania
Editor’s Note: This story has been changed to reflect that Sheetz is only offering beer delivery, not beer and wine as erroneously reported in their original news release. ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Ever run out of beer during a cookout with friends and family? Sheetz has you covered with new beer delivery in Pennsylvania. Sheetz […]
Former New London counselor sentenced Tuesday for health care fraud, kickback offenses
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A Pennsylvania resident who previously lived in East Lyme was sentenced on Tuesday in Bridgeport for health care fraud and kickback offenses, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut. Jeffrey Slocum, 56, of Johnstown, Pa., was a Licensed Professional Counselor...
The Law and You: Selling your mother’s house when she has dementia
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — With more than 80 years in practice in Altoona, Gieg and Jancula, LLC law firm offers the services of lawyers with a depth of experience. Their firm handles a variety of legal practice areas, including personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, workers’ compensation, Social Security Disability, estate planning, and more. Click here to learn more about the law specialties that Gieg and Jancula practice.
Get ready for Hoopsfest 2024!
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania’s biggest 3-on-3 basketball tournament Hoopsfest is almost here for summer 2024! What started as a small 15 team tournament 21 years ago has turned into a full-day event that is expected to bring in four to five thousand people and welcomes in teams from six states. The event started in […]
Homestand Preview: Giveaways, Christmas in July, Special Guest and more at the Curve July 9-14
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Off-the-Rails fun doesn’t stop in Curve, Pa.!. The Altoona Curve are back for yet another home series this week, this time against the Bowie Baysox. The team has night games Tuesday through Saturday with first pitch at 6 p.m. The Curve then cap...
David Bednar, Ryan Borucki to rehab with Curve
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) – Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar and reliever Ryan Borucki will begin rehab assignments with the Altoona Curve, according to both teams. Bednar is currently recovering from a left oblique strain, which has put him on the Injured List since June 20. This season, Bednar has a 3-3 record with a 5.17 […]
Connie 'Concetta' Deloris Jean Cordi Clark
Connie “Concetta” Deloris Jean Cordi Clark, 88, of Derry died peacefully Thursday, July 4, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Tennessee with her family at her side. She was born March 9, 1936, in Derry, a daughter of the late Patsy and Elizabeth (Angelo) Cordi.
Indiana Fever at midseason: What they've done well, where they can improve in playoff push
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Fever’s regular season is just over halfway done, and they are firmly in the playoff race with the seventh-best record in the league (and a win over the WNBA's top team, the New York Liberty, on Saturday). That's a far cry from the Fever’s 2-9 start, when they began the season with 11 games in 20 days. Since then, the Fever are 7-4. ...
Pirates reliever David Bednar to make rehab stint with Altoona Curve
ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) — Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher David Bednar is set to begin his rehab stint with the Altoona Curve Tuesday night. Bednar was placed on the injured list on June 20 after suffering an oblique strain. According to the team, Bednar is expected to stay with the...
Proposed IUP medical school picks up $2M donation
Indiana University of Pennsylvania has picked up another $2 million toward its proposed college of osteopathic medicine, campus officials announced Tuesday. It comes from Tim and Debra Phillips Cejka, IUP graduates and longtime campus supporters. In remarks prepared for the gift’s announcement, Tim Cejka told his alma mater that the...
Summer VetFest Enrollment fair preview at the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center has an exciting event for veterans interested in their health care and services!. The center is hosting its 2024 VetFest Enrollment Fair on Wednesday, July 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to inform Veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors about the PACT Act and help them access the health care and benefits they’ve earned.
Twins vs. White Sox: Betting Trends, Odds, Records Against the Run Line, Home/Road Splits
TV: NBCS-CHI Location: Chicago, Illinois. Favorite Favorite Moneyline Underdog Moneyline Total Over Total Odds Under Total Odds. In seven games over the last 10 matchups when favored by sportsbooks, the Twins have a record of 5-2. In their last 10 games with a total, the Twins and their opponents have...
Sportsbeat Top 10: Glendale defensive end Landon McGarvey
For the second-straight season, Glendale put a defensive linemen on the 1A all-state team when junior Landon McGarvey broke out last fall with 16 sacks. The rising senior saying preparation was key. “I just know who I’m going against, and know what to use, and what not to use, and how to get there as […]
Derry Township man jailed after allegedly strangling ex-girlfriend
A Derry Township man was incarcerated Monday morning, July 8, after his ex-girlfriend told police that he strangled her during an incident late last month at his residence. According to a criminal complaint, investigators were dispatched Sunday, July 7, at approximately 2:53 p.m. to a Highland Avenue location in Latrobe for a report of an assault.
Injury News Announced Before Indiana Fever vs. Washington Mystics Game
After an impressive win over the New York Liberty on Saturday, the Indiana Fever are back in action against the Washington Mystics on Wednesday. Getting three days off in between games, the Fever got some much needed rest ahead of this Eastern Conference battle. Indiana enters this game with a...
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