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Brian Dale Lamborn, 56, of Woodbury, was called to the Lord Monday afternoon, July 25, 2022, at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Roaring Spring. He was born Sept. 9, 1965, in Roaring Spring, Blair County, son of the late Dale Vernon and Carol...

Stephen C. Ayers, 70, of Martinsburg, passed away, Monday morning, August 15, 2022, at Epworth Manor, Tyrone. He was born Nov. 14, 1951, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Donald W. Ayers and Lois A. (Reneker) Ayers-Dick. He is survived by a sister,...

Clyde D. Claycomb, 94, of New Enterprise, passed away Aug. 13, 2022, at home. He was born Dec. 22, 1927, in New Enterprise; son of the late Thomas I. and Abi (Hitechew) Claycomb. On Jan. 12, 1946, in Cumberland, Md., he was united in marriage to...

As the school year approaches, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) wants eligible veterans with children to know that financial assistance is available to those attending post-high school education or training at an approved...

The Central PA Civil War Round Table will meet on Tuesday evening, Sept. 13, at the PA Military Museum auditorium, 51 Boal Avenue, in Boalsburg beginning at 7 p.m. Dr. Brian Luskey will speak on “Mercenaries or Patriots? Bounty Men in the Union...

Herald of Aug. 19, 1897 There is something swell about a mosquito bite. Several Cove residents were riding a trolley car from Altoona to Hollidaysburg when the trolley left the wire and began pounding on the roof of the car. Electricity in sheets...

Herald of Aug. 23, 2012 A bird in Martinsburg tested positive for West Nile Virus, but no humans had tested positive in the area. The DEP was spraying to reduce the number of mosquitos that carry the disease. A used book store called Read to Feed...

Herald of Aug. 21, 1947 Public opposition to the proposed reorganization of schools in the Central Cove area was becoming more vocal. School directors attributed the opposition to misinformation and rumor, and hoped a public to ease the confusion by...

Herald of Aug. 21, 1997 Intensive block scheduling was implemented for the new school year at Williamsburg High School. Instead of eight class periods per day, students would have four: two in the morning and two in the afternoon. The airport’s...

Herald of Aug. 25, 1922 The Rev, James D. Brumbaugh, an elder in the Church of the Brethren for many years, died at his home in West Martinsburg at the age of 72. Death came suddenly and was believed to due to a fall that he sustained the afternoon...

Herald of Aug. 24, 1972 Fred A. Hetrick, 23, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ray Hetrick of Roaring Spring, joined the Peace Corps. He was leaving for Chad, Africa, where he would be teaching English to French speaking students in a high school. Juniata...

Child Evangelism Fellowship Proclamation Week in the City of Altoona is being celebrated from Aug. 14 to 20, 2022. All families are invited to attend the “Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ Celebration” as part of this week. The celebration w...

I did not plan to spend lots of time in any of the Old Testament Prophets/Books. But, already I have digressed. Last week’s “Thought” on “The Vineyard” gave us something to consider. I know these words are from God, through Isaiah, to Israe...

Family Hospice, Part of UPMC, is offering free grief support sessions at the UPMC Home Healthcare/Family Hospice office, 20 Sheraton Dr., Altoona (beside Outback Steakhouse). Groups will be held on Mondays from Sept. 12-Oct. 7 from 1-2:30 p.m....

LEGAL NOTICES Estate of Anna M. Vilani, late of 529 South Market Street, Martinsburg, PA 16662, deceased. Letters testamentary on said estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted thereto are requested to make payment and...

WISE Women of Blair County is pleased to announce that they are seeking applications for scholarship assistance. One or more scholarships will be awarded up to a total of $10,000. Deadline for applications is no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept....

The Cove Cause for Cancer Committee would like to invite everyone to join them on Saturday, Aug. 20, at the Morrisons Cove Memorial Park in Martinsburg for the third annual community fundraising event. This “Party in the Park” event runs from...

Run by Amanda Biddle, with the help of Micah and Azriela Clouse, Naomi’s Nursery Blessings is a non-profit children’s pantry in Williamsburg. Naomi’s Nursery Blessings provides free children’s items to anyone and everyone with no questions...

Saturday, Aug. 13, Peach Hill Market was alive with folks filling the parking lot. Peaches, fresh corn, cantaloupes, baked goods and much more filled their shopping carts. Outside, barbecue chicken dinners including homemade rolls, a free ear of...

A half century before the world was available through a touch to a keyboard, someone, somewhere heard that farmers in Morrisons Cove where pretty good at using their prime farmland to grow topnotch sweet, juicy corn, opening the door to a commercial...

Every year, the teachers and staff members of the Spring Cove Education Association (SCEA) donate thousands of dollars to help community members in need. In the past five years, SCEA has contributed nearly $37,000 to the students, families, needs,...

The officers of the Blair DUI Task Force will make their presence known on area roadways in one or more fashions (check point, roving patrol, or mobile awareness) to ensure Blair County roadways are as safe as possible. • Avoid drunk driving...

Northern Bedford County High School graduates from the classes of 1958 through 1962 will be receiving letters soon regarding the second annual reunion. Set for Saturday, Oct. 8, at the former Replogle Elementary building in New Enterprise, it will...

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has approved the Altoona-Blair County Airport’s entry into the Alternate Essential Air Service program (AEAS) and can begin daily passenger flights to Philadelphia through Contour Airlines. The airport...