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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 […]
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 […]
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