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  • Claysburg P.A.S.T. Salutes Veterans and Local History

    RICK BOSTON|Dec 6, 2018

    By RICK BOSTON Staff Writer Those who attended “A Salute to Our Veterans” presented by the Claysburg P.A.S.T. (Preserving Artifacts Stories Traditions) at the Claysburg-Kimmel High School auditorium on Saturday evening, Dec. 1, were presented with more than an opportunity to say “thank you” to those who served. The nearly two-hour program was a history lesson, as narrators told the stories of the local men who went off to fight in the various wars throughout history. The program presented the military history of the Claysburg area by sharing...

  • Local Police Agencies Earn Notice for Traffic Safety Efforts

    RICK BOSTON|Dec 6, 2018

    By RICK BOSTON Staff Writer Police departments from Altoona, Logan Township, Duncansville, Hollidaysburg, Greenfield Township, Penn State Altoona, along with the Pennsylvania State Police Troop G, Hollidaysburg, and the Blair County Sheriff’s Office were honored by AAA East Central for their efforts in promoting traffic safety. Officers from each department were presented plaques at a luncheon at Marzoni’s restaurant in Duncansville on Monday, Dec. 3. The Community Traffic Safety Awards are presented annually. Departments apply and can be awa...