WQED Pittsburgh and The Dominion Foundation Celebrate VITA's Twenty Years of Volunteers Sep 19, 2008
-A- Ad Hoc Committee Project Master Visual Afro-American Music Institute Artists Preserving the Legacy Allegheny Historical Preservation Society Alle-Kiski Music Day Camp Altoona Symphony Orchestra Arcadia Performing Arts Armstrong Concert Band Artists Co-Op Associated Artists of Butler Associated Artists of Pittsburgh -B- Bach Choir of Pittsburgh Blatent Image - Silver Eye Blazing Star Choral Society Bottleworks Ethnic Arts Center Butler Arts Council Butler County Symphony Orchestra Butler... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gas prices up 8 cents in western Pennsylvania Sep 18, 2008
The western Pennsylvania region included in the report stretches from Erie to Altoona. Beaver had the highest price per gallon at $3. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Police: Attack details false Sep 16, 2008
The man was transported to Altoona Hospital because of the extent of his injuries and was scheduled for surgery Saturday, police said. Because police have not released the victim's name, Altoona Hospital could not comment on his condition. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Va. Woman Killed In Interstate Crash Sep 13, 2008
Greene was airlifted to Altoona Regional Hospital. Following admission, hospital officials listed Greene in critical condition. (Fulton County News, PA)
Responders Render Aid In New Orleans Sep 9, 2008
The local group of responders, Lynch added, also includes two paramedics from Altoona. By continuing to maintain contact with local authorities, the group has told local sources they have been primarily involved with the evacuation of nursing homes and hospitals since arriving on the scene in the New Orleans area. (Fulton County News, PA)
Price of gasoline continues to fall Sep 4, 2008
The western Pennsylvania region included in the report stretches from Erie to Altoona. Of the 22 municipalities surveyed, Warren posted the highest price per gallon at $3. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Wooing Pennsylvanians Aug 31, 2008
As a native Pennsylvanian, born in Altoona, raised in Chester County, that left in 1980 for a JOB in South Carolina and now working out of my home for a company with an office in Pittsburgh I've had the joy of traveling all over both states this last year. I want to agree with the author but there are simply too many factors still playing out. (Townhall.com)
Barr delivers plan for job growth Aug 30, 2008
" I have to agree. Americans will use mass transportation. But first we must build a system that people will want to use. And, somebody will have to build those buses, somebody will have to drive them and somebody will have to maintain them once they are in use, here again, more jobs that cannot be shipped overseas. Not only should we be building local mass transit systems, we must also build high speed trains. High speed trains will not replace air travel. Rather, it will complement our current... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Pa. humane officer: PSPCA flouts jurisdiction laws Aug 28, 2008
If you re a regular police officer in Altoona, but I want you to go investigate this case in Erie and show your badge and show your authority, the officer can t do that, Assistant District Attorney Debbie Jugan said. The officer has to say to his chief, No.. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Gas prices down a nickel in western Pennsylvania Aug 27, 2008
The region includes all of western Pennsylvania stretching as far as Erie and Altoona. The current price is 94 cents higher than the year-ago price of $2. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
They're well organized Aug 22, 2008
The Sea Dogs' Arnie Beyeler posted his 500th win as a minor league manager with Wednesday night's 4-3 decision at Altoona. Also, Dave Gassner became the first pitcher in Sea Dogs history to win six straight starts. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Fireworks more fun after Thunder clinch playoff spot Aug 22, 2008
Second-place Portland's 4-3 loss to Altoona last night dropped it to 69-59, while the Thunder are 80-50 and ahead by 10 with 10 to play. Jason Jones earned his 13th win when Pilittere poked his double to left to chase home Austin Jackson and Kevin Russo, who had doubled off reliever Yunior Novoa. (The Trentonian, NJ)
PFN's preseason rankings announced Aug 21, 2008
Search Advertisement. Trinity begins the season ranked No. 9 in Class AA, according to the Pennsylvania Football News' preseason rankings. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Symposium highlights need for care on the homefront Aug 15, 2008
Registered nurse Denise Duman, the women veterans program manager at Altoona s Van Zandt Medical Center, said the war on terror has forced more women soldiers into dangerous and potentially traumatic situations. There is no front-line. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
BUCHANAN: Catholic Case Against Barack... Aug 15, 2008
The cool liberal Harvard Law grad was not a good fit for the socially conservative ethnics of Altoona, Aliquippa and Johnstown. But if Barack had a problem with Catholics then, he has a far higher hurdle to surmount in the fall, with those millions of Catholics who still take their faith and moral code seriously. (The Drudge Report)
One Killed In Cycle Crash Aug 15, 2008
Thirty-four-year-old Chad E. Bard was flown by Life Lion helicopter to Altoona Trauma Center on Saturday, August 9, following the accident along Route 522 in Dublin Township ... He was transported to a staging area by an ambulance with the Hustontown Volunteer Fire Co. before being flown onto Altoona. (Fulton County News, PA)
Arrest Made After Fatal SUV Crash Aug 15, 2008
Both teens were life-flighted from the scene to Altoona Regional Hospital. Wilt was pronounced dead as a result of mechanical asphyxiation by Blair County Coroner Patricia Ross, who added no drugs or alcohol were present in the boy s system at the time of the accident. (Fulton County News, PA)
Azure Dynamics Announces Second Quarter 2008 Results Aug 13, 2008
- The Company initiated the accelerated seven year Altoona durability test on the shuttle bus variant. The Altoona testing is expected to be completed in the third quarter, at which point the Balance(TM) Hybrid Electric shuttle bus will be eligible for funding programs administered by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) in the United States. (PR Newswire)
COMPLETE LIST: Is there a stroke center near you? Aug 12, 2008
Altoona Regional Health System. Altoona. (USA Today -- News)
Hustontown Teen Killed In Collision Aug 8, 2008
Joshua Wilt was flown to Altoona Regional Hospital following the Sunday, August 3, early morning crash, where he was pronounced dead by Blair County Coroner Patricia Ross ... The driver was also flown to Altoona, where hospital officials confirmed he was released on Sunday following treatment and observation. (Fulton County News, PA)
U.S. Representative visits Murtha Breast Care Center Aug 6, 2008
He said Altoona, Somerset and the surrounding area. For the breast vaccine we have patients coming from Seattle, California, New York and Iowa, he told Murtha. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Those at PIAA, Mid-Penn embrace change Aug 3, 2008
If the recent rumors of the 3-AAA champion qualifying out of the Western bracket are true early indications are the District 3 winner starts state play in the semifinals against either the District 7 (WPIAL) champion or the winner of the District 10/8/9 subregional that team will play at Mansion Park in Altoona. As the case has been in the past, the 3-AAAA champion will advance to the state semifinals out of the Western bracket and also play in Altoona. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Obituaries for July 31, 2008 Jul 31, 2008
Born in Altoona, she lived in Fair Acres for nine years. Previously, she lived in Chester for more than 80 years. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
PG North/South/East/West: For high school football teams, summer passing competitions can play a significant role in getting players ready for season (Today) Jul 31, 2008
On a smaller scale, Upper St. Clair and coach Jim Render played host to a 7-on-7 tournament a few weeks ago with the Panthers, South Fayette, Mt. Lebanon, North Hills, Penn Hills, Thomas Jefferson, Perry Traditional Academy and Altoona competing. It was at the Upper St. Clair camp where Thomas Jefferson coach Bill Cherpak -- who has guided his team to WPIAL and PIAA Class AAA titles twice in the past four seasons -- spoke of the benefits of such a gathering as he watched his squad square-off... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Gas prices down 8 cents in Pittsburgh region Jul 30, 2008
AAA s report includes all of western Pennsylvania, stretching as far as Erie and Altoona. The average price specifically in Pittsburgh was $3. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Obituaries for July 25 Jul 25, 2008
Sandra Fuller of Altoona; sons, William Abbott of Jennersville, John Abbott of Linwood; parents, William and Margaret Gifford Abbott Sr. of Harrington, Del. sisters, Linda Arcaro of Hebron, Md. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Sheetz Draws Plan To Combat Gas Theft Jul 23, 2008
The Altoona-based Sheetz has more than 350 locations in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, Ohio and North Carolina. Your Comments. (W-USA News, DC)
Will Meet With Jindal... Jul 22, 2008
Crist himself was born in Altoona Pennsylvania before the family moved to St. Petersburg Florida where he played quarterback and became class president. It's an American success story that many of us can identify with, and one that would probably appeal to voters in the all important swing states. (The Drudge Report)
Station Square Starbucks to close, coffee giant says Jul 21, 2008
The list also includes two stores in Harrisburg and two in Altoona, according to a statement from the company. Reader Comments. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Poverty in Pennsylvania Jul 21, 2008
A Closer Look at Where, Why, and What is Being Done About It. This article will pinpoint where poverty in the state of Pennsylvania occurs, why the poverty exists, and what is being done within the state to make things better. (Suite101.com)
Price of gas in western Pennsylvania falls slightly Jul 17, 2008
This marks the second week when the average price of gas went down in the region, which includes all of western Pennsylvania stretching as far as Erie and Altoona. The current price is $1. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Boro Discusses Specifics Of Land-Use Jul 13, 2008
Frazier will also be travelling to Altoona on July 29 and 30 for a two-day training event geared toward handicapped accessibility. On behalf of the McConnellsburg Volunteer Fire Co., council member Mike Chilcote requested permission to erect a $6,000 illuminated sign just off the intersection of Third and Maple streets. (Fulton County News, PA)
Trinity duo nearing decision time (66) Jul 2, 2008
Earlier this week the Altoona Mirror, citing information from Fight On State magazine, reported that incoming recruits have been told that Penn States next head coach is currently on the coaching staff. Notre Dame coaches told Kuntz during his visit earlier this week for camp, that the 64, 190 pound receiver reminds them of a younger Jeff Samardzija, the former Irish wideout who starred with record setting quarterback Brady Quinn in 2005-06. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
PG South: Upper St. Clair duo plays things smart (06/26/2008) Jun 26, 2008
" The gratification keeps coming for Upper St. Clair. Two of the captains of this past season's team are heading to Ivy League schools, where they will play football. Adam Chrissis, a wide receiver and defensive back, will attend Harvard, and Grant Serdy, a running back and linebacker, will go to Princeton. Each played in the Pennsylvania State Football Coaches Association East-West All-Star Game Saturday in Altoona. They helped the West team to a 10-0 victory in which play was halted early in... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Montour's Muha, Chartiers Valley's Kush enjoy East-West game experience (06/26/2008) Jun 26, 2008
At the Pennsylvania State Football Coaches Association East-West All-Star Classic Saturday in Altoona, both starting offensive tackles for the Western Pennsylvania team came from PG West-area schools. Montour's Mike Muha played right tackle and Chartiers Valley's Eric Kush left tackle for the West squad that was leading, 10-0, when the game was called due to lightning. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: Kiski's Vick, Plum's Simmons prove their mettle at East-West game (06/26/2008) Jun 26, 2008
Last week in Altoona, they were teammates ... The two were assigned to the same host family in Altoona last week, becoming even closer. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Former Penn State wideout charged with DUI Jun 25, 2008
Humphrey was expelled from the university in the fall of 2003, but was later allowed to attend class at Penn State Altoona. Humphrey later violated the terms of his parole when he tried to use a fake identification card at The All-American Rathskeller, 108 S. Pugh St., on Oct. 1, 2004. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Baseball... Then and Now: What's In A Name? Jun 24, 2008
News Item: May 31, 1884 The Altoona Mountain City plays their final game, losing 5-3 to the Baltimore Monumentals. The Altoona Who lost to the Baltimore What ... The UA, which saw teams come and go with staggering regularity during its single season in 1884 featured the Wilmington Quicksteps (they must have stolen a lot of bases) and the Allegheny Mountain-situated Altoona team that was indeed called Mountain City (actually, a 20th Century Altoona minor league team came up with at least a... (Philadelphia, TheInsiders.com)
Honors to come this week Jun 22, 2008
The Lions, who finished 18-9, emerged from a nip-and-tuck affair with District 7 (WPIAL) champion Carmichaels, 2-0, June 13 at Blair County Ballpark in Altoona ... Regardless, theres no disputing the result late last week under overcast skies in Altoona: Camp Hill is the king of Class A baseball in Pennsylvania. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Bucs welcome Jays in first visit to PNC Jun 20, 2008
Outfielder Chris Duffy continues his rehab assignment in Double-A Altoona where he has started the last three games in centerfield. Duffy has played a total of 15 innings and has gone 2-for-9 with a double and two runs scored at the plate. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Andrew W. Gurman, M.D., Re-Elected to Vice Speaker, AMA House of Delegates Jun 18, 2008
He also chaired the department of orthopaedic surgery at Altoona Hospital, and is currently committed to remaining in private practice in Altoona, Pa. SOURCE American Medical Association. (PR Newswire)
Attorney general sues contractors for bad work Jun 14, 2008
Harry W. Nash, doing business as Nash Construction and Nash Building & Remodeling, 1009 Sixth Ave., Altoona, Blair County. Bryant Hammond, doing business as Windows Express, 1152 E. 28th St., Erie. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Big 33 Retrospective: 2003 Jun 14, 2008
The undersized (5-foot-7) receiver from Altoona starred in the Big 33 Classic, but drew an almost universal frown from Penn State fans when he walked on the field. Reporting as a walk-on at a scant 164 pounds, Perretta's dedication and work ethic made him a favorite among the coaching staff and the other players, and although small, he always managed to find a way to get some playing time following a redshirt freshman season. (LionNews.com)
PIAA baseball: Somerset vs. Berwick preview Jun 13, 2008
That calm and cool attitude has led Somerset straight into tonight s PIAA Class AAA championship game against Berwick at Altoona s Blair County Ballpark. The Eagles (19-6) already have advanced farther than any other high school baseball team in Somerset County and can bring home a prized state title with a victory. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Powell, Zappala partnership ends Jun 11, 2008
Powell, whose law firm concentrated on personal injury cases and government bond work, attended St. Francis College near Altoona on a basketball scholarship. Zappala, the son of a former state chief justice and head of RRZ Public Markets, played linebacker at the University of Miami. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Ben Roethlisberger Headlines Benefit Golf Tournament for Sheetz Family Charities Jun 9, 2008
(PRNewsFoto/SHEETZ, INC.) ALTOONA, PA UNITED STATES. Sheetz Family Charities 10th Annual 'For the Kidz' Golf Classic to be held at Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, VA June 8-9 ALTOONA, Pa ... Established in 1952 in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Sheetz, Inc. is one of America's fastest growing family-owned and operated convenience store chains, with more than $3. (PR Newswire)
PG East: Comeback complete for Kiski Area's Vick with second-place finish at PIAA track championships May 29, 2008
" Vick next turns his attention back to football. He will play June 21 in the Pennsylvania State Football Coaches Association East-West All Star Game in Altoona before heading off to college at the University of New Hampshire in mid-July. "I'm ready to get back into football," said Vick, who hasn't ruled out continuing his track career in college, too. "Track is long, especially when you go that deep into the season. I'm itching to throw a pass and get back into that sort of thing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Three auditioning for McCain's no. 2 gain qualified backing May 23, 2008
"He's a twofer," said Gleason, noting that Crist was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania. "When he's in Pennsylvania, we'll promote him as a Pennsylvanian, and when he's in Florida, he'll be a Floridian.". (International Herald Tribune)
Pa. Supreme Court urged to block beer license for Sheetz May 21, 2008
The focus of Wednesday s hearing was a decision by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board to grant a license that allows beer to be sold at a Sheetz convenience store in Altoona, but it reflected a larger debate over how beer should be sold in Pennsylvania in a changing marketplace ... Sheetz s Altoona store was based on a new concept that emphasizes food sales, said Stanley Wolowski, a lawyer for Ohio Springs Inc., a Sheetz Inc. subsidiary ... Sheetz currently sells only takeout beer in Altoona.... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Governor Rendell Honors PA's Best 50 Women in Business May 20, 2008
EDITOR'S NOTE: A list of the 2008 award winners follows: Allegheny County Audrey L. Brourman, founder, owner and president, A.L. Brourman Associates Inc., Pittsburgh Laura E. Ellsworth, partner-in-charge, Jones Day, Pittsburgh Diane P. Holder, executive vice president, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh Linda Ruckert, owner, Linda's Imprinted Products, Pittsburgh Sharon Scheidemantle, broker of record, Achieve Realty Inc., Wexford Sandy E. Simon, owner and artist, Kiln-in-Time... (PR Newswire)
Eddy earns pair of track titles May 16, 2008
ALTOONA Somerset s Craig Eddy captured a pair of individual titles at the District 6 Class AAA Track and Field Championships on Thursday at Mansion Park ... Altoona won the boys team title and State College took top honors in the girls meet ... 55); Long Jump, Brady Gehret, Altoona (22-0); 300 Hurdles, Troy Floyd, Altoona (39. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Needmore Woman Killed In Wednesday Accident May 16, 2008
Williams and her 11-year-old grandson were transported to McConnellsburg via ambulance to be life-flighted to Altoona ... Her grandson was flown on to Altoona with moderate injuries. (Fulton County News, PA)
Pa. Supreme Court hears liquor license debate May 15, 2008
Debate over an Altoona Sheetz's license to sell beer for take out spilled over into the Pennsylvania Supreme Court today after a number of appeals ... He said the Altoona Sheetz location is currently selling take out beer with two six-packs allowed per transaction. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Press Club of Western PA Announces 2008 Golden Quill Winners May 13, 2008
al, Tracie Mauriello, Tom Barnes and Dennis Roddy, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Finalists: "A Life Interrupted," Steve Levin, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Under the Influence," Bill Schackner, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Enterprise/Investigative Article, Magazines Winner: "Trouble in the Air," Jeffery Fraser, H Magazine Finalists: "Hold That Thought/Now It's Time to Act," Mark DeSantis and Jim Roddey, Pittsburgh Quarterly "Polluted Politics," Carmen Lee and John Altdorfer, H Magazine Enterprise/Investigative... (PR Newswire)
Golden Quill winners May 13, 2008
Enterprise/investigative article, daily newspapers and wire services, circulation under 45,000, Jay Young, Altoona Mirror. Enterprise/investigative news, television, Jim Parsons, Kendall Cross and Michael Lazorko, WTAE.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Flying squirrels getting help May 12, 2008
D., of Penn State Altoona, identified one population of the northern flying squirrel in western Pennsylvania and a fragmented population in the Poconos. The northern flying squirrel has suffered collateral damage in the war between the woolly adelgid and hemlocks, one of the carboniferous trees in which the squirrels live. (Scranton Times, PA)
Mom says God led her to Russia for children May 11, 2008
When she was Miss Pennsylvania in 1984, Major-Ackerman stayed in Altoona with a family that adopted a young boy, so this introduced her to adoption. Also she reached a point in her life where she was ready for children. (Wilkes Barre Citizen's Voice, PA)
Group starts new executive speaker series May 9, 2008
There are nearly 500 young professionals between the ages of 21-45 involved in the organization and have attracted participants from throughout the region, including Stoystown, Altoona, Somerset and Ebensburg. They have hosted social events, business, community service and political events including an election forum featuring candidates for many of the primary races. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Eichelberger To Host William Penn Leadership Program May 8, 2008
John H. Eichelberger Jr. will host about 140 select high school juniors, including students from Forbes Road, McConnellsburg and Southern Fulton, at Penn State Altoona for his 2008 William Penn Leadership Program. Students representing 21 high schools from Bedford, Blair, Fulton and Huntingdon counties will roll up their sleeves and experience government outside of a textbook. (Fulton County News, PA)
Two old men put down their bats May 6, 2008
He was already the oldest major league player to hit a home run, to pinch-hit a home run, to do many things that won't get him into the Hall of Fame but earned him universal respect from the Americas to Asia and all the way back to Altoona, Pennsylvania ... Above all, players had to know that about Franco, especially Wilson, who said he considered himself in the Franco mold for the last four years as a seasoned spare outfielder and first-base coach for the Penn State Altoona Lions ... He brought... (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
On the Pirates: A million-pixel salute May 4, 2008
97 million prorated remainder of Morris' $10,037,283 salary, plus the $390,000 that Yoslan Herrera is guaranteed despite being at Class AA Altoona, Tony Armas' $500,000 buyout and Cesar Izturis' $300,000 buyout. All happened on Littlefield's watch. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Plan local vacation this year May 2, 2008
Dennis Daumit, Belle Vernon and Jim McAleer, Altoona both have seasonal campsites at Pioneer Park Campground in Bakersville. Both have trailers parked in their campsites. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Blue-collar voters propel Clinton to victory in Pennsylvania Apr 23, 2008
Barack Obama wooed voters by bowling in Altoona and holding a massive rally on Independence Mall in Philadelphia. Bill Stabilito, 83, a retired machinist and World War II veteran from the Philadelphia suburb of Roslyn, couldn't wait to vote for Clinton on Tuesday. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Obama can't close the deal Apr 23, 2008
Clinton carried Blair County, in which the old railroad town of Altoona is the major city, by a. What is now certain is that the Democratic race has -- at minimum -- two weeks to run with the next gauntlet for Clinton, the May 6 Indiana and North Carolina primaries. (Salon)
Notes from the campaign trail Apr 22, 2008
Despite his own lackluster showing on the lanes in Altoona, Mr. Obama claimed victory by capturing 62 percent of the "bowling vote" versus Mrs. Clinton's 38 percent. "Bowling is an enduring Pennsylvania tradition and a part of our state's identity, and we offer our congratulations to Senator Obama for capturing the hearts and minds of our state's bowlers," said Jack Minelli, president of the PABPA.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
