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Blair County restaurant closes for good after owner’s death
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A popular local restaurant, which was embroiled in controversy in early 2023, has closed its doors for good after the death of the owner. Aviation Inn, in Duncansville, has closed up shop after the owner recently passed away. A note was posted on the entrance, thanking all of the patrons […]
Blair County Administrator resigns only weeks after taking position
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Blair County’s Chief Clerk and County Administrator, Sherry Socie, resigned, county commissioners confirmed Tuesday. After only six weeks on the job, Socie is just the latest administrator to leave following the terminations of the Human Resources Chief in May, the previous Chief Clerk and County Administrator in July and the Children, […]
2K acre solar farm to be built in Pennsylvania, largest in the state
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Phase one of a large solar farm in Clearfield County that will power 75,000 households annually in New York will soon begin. Although the farm won’t power any houses in Clearfield County, the project will still benefit the area. Mineral Basin Solar will build the farm in Girard and Goshen […]
Toys for Tots signups underway in Cambria, Somerset Counties
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Toys for Tots drive is officially underway in Southern Cambria and Somerset Counties. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is beginning to hold in-person signups for families in need starting Tuesday and is looking for anyone interested in donating or hosting a collection box at their business or space. […]
Pennsylvania played a role in underground railroad after slave escaped to Altoona
GALLITZIN, Pa. (WTAJ) — During the month of September, the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site recognized International Underground Railroad Month. The Allegheny Portage Railroad was the final piece of the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal. “The Portage” opened in 1834, marking the first time that there was one, direct route between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. According […]
U.S. Navy Band Commodores Kick Off 2024 National Tour with stops in PA, NY, NJ, MA
The United States Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble is launching their 2024 national tour on October 17 in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. The tour will feature stops across Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, with performances honoring jazz legends like Duke Ellington and Sarah Vaughan. The Commodores, known for their top-tier big band sound, will deliver a mix of classic and original jazz arrangements.
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