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Prairie Meadows HR vice president is voice for employees
Gina Vitiritto has spent her professional career as a confidante and advocate for the people of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. What started as a seasonal waitressing job in her hometown of Altoona became a 32-year career in human resources. She worked in the clubhouse beginning in 1989 and joined the HR team in 1994. …
Folcarelli to retire after 65 years in the family business
A longtime Altoona businessman is planning to move on after 65 years in his family business. James D. “Jim” Folcarelli, 84, plans to retire near the first of April upon the sale of Folcarelli Sheet Metal Fabrication Inc. The family business was founded by his parents Jim and Bess Folcarelli in the basement of their […]
Logan legend: Jim Lane left mark on Mirror, area sports
A cornerstone of the Mirror who helped lay the foundation for local sports coverage is being fondly remembered. Jim Lane passed away at Homewood at Martinsburg on Monday. He was 85. His impact on the area sports scene dates back to 1960, when his career at the Mirror began. “When growing up in the Mirror […]
Knicks open NBA Finals on road with win over Spurs
SAN ANTONIO — The New York Knicks’ winning streak lives on, and they struck first in the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson scored 30 points, Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 18 points and 12 rebounds, and the Knicks erased a 14-point second-half deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the finals on […]
Mount Nittany Health profited over $96M last year, union claims amid contract disputes
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — New quarterly disclosures for Mount Nittany Health reveal the health system has amassed $96 million in total profits over the last 12 months, according to SEIU Healthcare P...
Steelers trade Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas Cowboys
PITTSBURGH (BLACK AND GOLD NATION) — The end to an ongoing story has finally arrived between the Pittsburgh Steelers and defensive back Joey Porter Jr. The team has traded Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. This marks the second trade the two teams have made […]
Locals continue to enjoy Curve entertainment
Even though the stadium is in Altoona, Bedford folks just can’t resist making the trip to watch the Curve team play baseball.
Sinclair Launches Pittsburgh Sports Tonight Live Weeknight Sports Show Premieres August 31 Across Pittsburgh, Johnstown/Altoona and Wheeling/Steubenville
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — August 11, 2026 — Sinclair today announced the launch of Pittsburgh Sports Tonight, a new live, locally produced sports program premiering Monday, August 31. Airing weeknights from 7:00–7:30 p.m. ET, the 30-minute program will deliver comprehensive regional sports coverage across Sinclair's three-station television network serving Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, and Northern West...
U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Rep. Derrick Van Orden
ALTOONA, Wis. (WKBT) — U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden announced Wednesday that he has received an endorsement from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Oneil Cruz's rehab is transferred to Altoona, and he goes hitless in his first game there
ALTOONA, Pa. — Oneil Cruz’s rehab assignment continued Tuesday at a new location — starting in center field and playing eight innings...
Armor Health selected as new medical provider for Blair County Prison
HOLLIDAYSBURG — A Florida-based company is expected to take over inmate medical care at the Blair County Prison as of Aug. 1, after the county’s longtime contract with PrimeCare Medical, a Harrisburg-based company, expires as of July 31. Commissioners voted Thursday to award a three-year contract to Armor Health, with a first-year price of $3.73 […]
Not many ‘Iron Men’ are left in Major League Baseball
Pete Alonso played his 500th consecutive game this week, although if he wanted that to seem impressive to local fans, he probably picked the wrong city to play in. Alonso, of course, joined the Baltimore Orioles this past offseason. Their franchise record for consecutive games is also the big league record of 2,632 by true […]
Back in business: Blue and White Snack Bar owners vow to uphold tradition of Hollidaysburg mainstay
HOLLIDAYSBURG — A local Hollidaysburg landmark is back as Blue and White Snack Bar, 905 Union St., reopened for business May 12. “The Blue and White is a landmark in Hollidaysburg and really all of Blair County. To say that people are excited to see it open again is an understatement,” Mayor Chad Repko said. […]
Penn State Altoona political science professor publishes new book
A new book by Daniel DiLeo, associate professor of political science at Penn State Altoona, was released by Bloomsbury Press earlier this month.
Altoona business owner accused of fraud
The owner and operator of Tipton Construction in Altoona was taken into custody Wednesday for allegedly committing a string of home improvement frauds. John Bailey Tipton II, 44, was arraigned Thursday by Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones on seven felony counts of making a false statement to induce agreement for home improvement services, five […]
Hurricanes finish off Knights, win Stanley Cup
LAS VEGAS — The Carolina Hurricanes won their first Stanley Cup championship in 20 years on Sunday night, using a suffocating defense in Game 6 to shut down the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 and winning three straight games of a thrilling final filled with momentum swings and spectacular offense. Brandon Bussi, who entrance late into […]
Alcaraz knows health a big part of his success
NEW YORK — Feeling better than he expected after a four-month absence, Carlos Alcaraz is planning to take more breaks during the tennis season. Alcaraz returned to play at the U.S. Open after being sidelined since April by a right wrist injury. The defending champion advanced to the fourth round Friday with a 6-3, 6-4, […]
Somerset County leaders fault new state budget over mental health, 911 funding gaps
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.
Stanley Cup final one for the ages
High-scoring, history-making, lead-blowing hockey is on full display in the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes. But is it among the greatest finals ever played? “Everyone that texts me is saying it’s the best hockey they’ve ever watched,” Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin said. “It’s been fun to play. There’s a […]
Gameday Primer: Final preseason game
Pittsburgh Steelers (1-1) at Buffalo Bills (2-0)When: Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m.Where: Highmark StadiumWatch: Steelers preseason TV affiliates The Pittsburgh Steelers play in their third and final preseason game against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night. Three things to watch…Will the young quarterbacks bounce back? It’s been an up-and-down preseason for Will Howard and Drew […]
Harbaugh fired by Ravens after 18 seasons
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — John Harbaugh was fired after 18 seasons as the Baltimore Ravens’ coach. Owner Steve Bisciotti said Tuesday he relieved Harbaugh of his duties after the Ravens were one of the league’s most disappointing teams this season. They went 8-9 and missed the playoffs after entering Week 1 as one of the […]
Penn State Altoona encourages college community to advocate for mental health
As a new academic year begins, Penn State Altoona encourages students, faculty and staff to become recognized as mental health advocates through Suspenders4Hope.
Healthy kids, happy faces: Blair Regional YMCA holds annual Healthy Kids Day
HOLLIDAYSBURG — Saturday dawned bright and clear, setting the stage for one of the best Healthy Kids Days ever, organizers said, remembering the rain that dampened last year’s events. With dozens of booths and fun activities galore, families and friends of all ages had the opportunity to get outside, get active and have fun together […]
Crews battle early morning fire at Cambria Co. business
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.
Weatherly Middle School Science Olympiad team qualifies for states
Weatherly Middle School Science Olympiad team has qualified for the state competition at Penn State Altoona on April 25. The team, made up of sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth grade students, competed at the regional competition at Penn…
Judge gives college basketball players a chance with injunction
CINCINNATI — An Ohio judge has granted a preliminary injunction for 24 men’s and women’s college basketball players suing the NCAA for eligibility, claiming the new age-based model unfairly shuts them out of further competition. Judge Christopher Wagner said Thursday the NCAA eligibility rules have been applied to 2022 high school graduates in an arbitrary […]
Altoona alumnus presents small business strategies during Startup Week
Penn State Altoona alumnus Asher Carr recently participated in Startup Week, held in March, with a talk titled “The First Steps to Small Business Success."
Can Judge-less Yanks survive?
On deck Tonight: Los Angeles Dodgers at Pittsburgh, 6:40 p.m. Pitchers: Dodgers LHP Eric Lauer (2-5) vs. Pirates RHP Paul Skenes (6-5) TV: SportsNet Pittsburgh Radio: HANK-FM 96.1 The reigning MVP and Cy Young Award winners in the American League are both on the injured list. One is on his way back, the other went […]
PSU coaching change among top sports stories
There is no doubt that life can be extremely unpredictable and never holds any guarantees. The Penn State football program provided a glaring example of that over the last 12 months. Penn State went from reaching the semifinal round of the College Football Playoffs at the beginning of the 2025 calendar year, to starting the […]
Despite gambling ban, judge says Texas Tech QB can play
A Texas judge granted Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction that clears the way for him to play this fall despite being declared ineligible by the NCAA for wagering on college sports, including bets made on his own team while he was at Indiana. The decision sent shock waves across college sports since […]
USA tops Australia to clinch spot in final 32
SEATTLE — Christian Pulisic’s injury absence didn’t hurt the Americans one bit. The U.S. national soccer team found a way to advance to the knockout round without the injured forward on the field, beating Australia 2-0 Friday for its second straight victory at the largest World Cup in history. “C.P. is a fantastic player — […]
'The Entertainment Capital Of Iowa' Is A Bustling City With Shopping, A Casino, And Amusement Park Fun
Altoona, Iowa, packs in Adventureland, Prairie Meadows Casino, outlet shopping, and family attractions just minutes from Des Moines.
USA tops Australia to clinch spot in final 32
SEATTLE — Christian Pulisic’s injury absence didn’t hurt the Americans one bit. The U.S. national soccer team found a way to advance to the knockout round without the injured forward on the field, beating Australia 2-0 Friday for its second straight victory at the largest World Cup in history. “C.P. is a fantastic player — […]
Despite the hoopla, US men’s soccer still stagnant
SEATTLE — For all the growth in American soccer over the past quarter-century, the U.S. men’s national team remains stagnant. Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie fared no better at the World Cup in 2022 and 2026 than Tim Howard, Michael Bradley and Jozy Altidore did in 2010 and 2014. “We want to be […]
Penn State Altoona hosts Smeal College of Business visit Oct. 20
Representatives from Penn State’s Smeal College of Business will visit Penn State Altoona on Tuesday, Oct. 20, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Pond View Lounge of the Slep Student Center.
Steelers open season with familiar faces in new place
PITTSBURGH (BLACK AND GOLD NATION) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are opening their 2026 season at home against the Atlanta Falcons, the first time they have opened at home since 2023. While the team has not played the Falcons since 2023, the Steelers will recognize some familiar faces donning the red and black. Atlanta had a […]
Williamsburg Blue Pirates get best of rival Juniata Valley Hornets
WILLIAMSBURG — Juniata Valley boasted a very significant individual accomplishment, but Williamsburg earned the overall bragging rights by ruling the Inter-County Conference North Division boys basketball showdown between the two schools Friday night at the Williamsburg High School gymnasium. Juniata Valley senior Jett Rand eclipsed the 1,000-point mark for his career, but the Blue Pirates […]
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science & Technology receives $250k investment
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry announced a $250k investment in the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science & Technology Monday. The investment is part of...
Win over Knicks puts Spurs back in it
NEW YORK — Victor Wembanyama shook off his miss at the buzzer in Game 2 by taking over Game 3 of the NBA Finals and preventing the San Antonio Spurs from getting pushed to the brink of elimination. Wembanyama made the first two shots he attempted on Monday night on the way to scoring 32 […]
Classic clash
Blair County’s Makenna Weimert makes a pass over Central Pa.’s Zayona Thomas during the girls game of the 19th annual Altoona Mirror Basketball Classic. Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski