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Former NFL Coach Dead From Leukemia At 79

Sports · Altoona

Former NFL Coach Dead From Leukemia At 79

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Athletes Who Unfortunately Passed Away In 2024 (1:45) A beloved former football coach who rose through the ranks in college and the NFL has sadly passed away after a battle with leukemia.According to the Altoona Mirror, former football coach Wayne "Buddy" Geis passed away on Wednesday. "Geis, an Altoona native and 2010 inductee into the Blair County Sports Hall of Fame whose home was in Neptune Beach, Fla., passed away at the age of 79 on Wednes…See the Story

Blair County Antique Auto Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary

England · England

Blair County Antique Auto Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary

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ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Blair County Antique Auto Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. To celebrate the milestone, the club hosted a cruise-in at Lakemont Park on Sunday. Nearly 200 cars were on display. "It feels pretty good when I see all the cars here. You know, a lot of hard work here," Rick Spielvogle, Director of the Auto Club, said. Spielvogle said the club offers its members more than just the opportunity to learn about …See the Story

Future Of Lakemont Park Discussed During Commissioners Meeting

Altoona, Pennsylvania · Altoona

Future Of Lakemont Park Discussed During Commissioners Meeting

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The subject of Lakemont Park’s future was a focal point yesterday during a meeting of the Blair County Commissioners. According to the Altoona Mirror, Commissioner Dave Kessling said the park “must remain a park.” Reportedly, what is hoped for is some type of action being taken to correct the lack of care currently surrounding the park. The property, which is owned by the county, is leased to Blair Companies Real Estate until the year 2056, a…See the Story

Altoona Residents Charged with Drug Trafficking

Three Altoona residents—Michael J. Makarikas, Brenda Ann Helsel, and Joseph Hillard—were charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors relating to drug trafficking after police discovered drugs and paraphernalia during a trespassing investigation on June 24. Officers found heroin, marijuana, cocaine, fentanyl, meth, and various packaging materials at the residence, where Helsel’s two children were also present. Makarikas and Helsel waived thei…Altoona, Pennsylvania · Altoona Read Article

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Altoona Man Arrested For Racial Threats And Assault At Logan Valley Mall

An Altoona man is facing ethnic intimidation charges after he allegedly threw coffee on a Black man and threatened to stab his eyes out. According to the Logan Township Police Department, 64-year-old Richard Hofer Sr., was arrested and charged with ethnic intimidation, terroristic threats, harassment, and other related charges after he approached a sleeping Black male at a bus stop at the Logan Valley Mall, and aggressively threw hot coffee on …Coffee · Altoona Read Article

Summer Thunder 2025: What you need to know for the celebration

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BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — DelGrosso's Park & Laguna Splash is gearing up for the 2025 Summer Thunder event, and this year, they're focusing on what matters most. The theme this year is Freedom, Family, Faith, Friends & Fireworks, all of which are the things that matter most, according to the park. The Independence Day celebration will take place on Friday, July 4, at the park in Tipton. Delgrosso's Park will open on Summer Thunder from Noon to …Blair County · Blair County Read Article

Blair County officials discuss bringing Savannah Bananas to PNG Field

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WJAC provides news, weather and sports information for Johnstown, Altoona, State College and DuBois, Pennsylvania. Our coverage area includes Bedford, Everett, Somerset, Meyersdale, Ebensburg, Windber, Hollidaysburg, Huntingdon, Mount Union, Tyrone, Bellefonte, Philipsburg, Clearfield, Punxsutawney, St. Marys, Brookville, Emporium, Treasure Lake, Ridgway, Centre Hall, Reynoldsville and Curwensville.Altoona, Pennsylvania · Altoona Read Article

Erin Johnson Kelly was a 1000-pointer at CK

Erin Johnson Kelly is a 1999 graduate of Claysburg-Kimmel High School. Erin played basketball for the Lady Bulldogs from 1995-1999 and helped lead the team to several winning seasons in the Juniata Valley League.Claysburg · Claysburg Read Article

Decker pushes Hurricanes past Bulldogs, 3-2

CLAYSBURG — Wednesday marked the second time the Bedford Post 113 Hurricanes faced off against Claysburg Post 522 Bulldogs.Claysburg · Claysburg Read Article

Blair County approved funding for opioid training for first responders

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HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Blair County Commissioners are helping the fight against the opioid epidemic. The board approved over $300,000 towards training and reincarceration services to help people fight their addiction and save lives when victims OD. The funding can help expedite the time for patients to receive treatment, which can be the difference between life and death. Get the latest news, weather forecasts and sports stories delivered …Hollidaysburg · Hollidaysburg Read Article

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