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Schmitt Bill to Hold Shepherds of Taxpayer Dollars Accountable

By Altoona Times | Apr 10, 2024

Apr. 10, 2024 - HARRISBURG – In an effort to ensure accountability and transparency in the provision of services to senior citizens, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has announced a new bill aimed at holding Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) accountable for meeting state requirements.The bill, to be introduced by Schmitt, will mandate the Department of Aging to publish a list of non-compliant AAAs and their corrective action plans on its website. Speaking about the importance of this initiative, Schmitt emphasized, "Providing transparency and accountability is imperative, to not...

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Topper, Republicans Unveil Viable Reform Bills to Make Higher Education More Accessible, Affordable, Accountable

By Altoona Times | Apr 10, 2024

HARRISBURG – Following the introduction of a series of bills to revamp and improve how state government funds higher education in Pennsylvania, Republican Chairman of the House Education Committee Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) has expressed his vision for the future of post-secondary education in the state.Topper emphasized the importance of accessibility, affordability, and accountability in higher education, stating, "I, along with my fellow sponsors of this legislation, believe that Pennsylvania should be a shining example of accessibility, affordability and...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Huntingdon County in week ending Apr. 6

By Altoona Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Blair County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 6

By Altoona Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Blair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Huntingdon County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Altoona Times | Apr 8, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Huntingdon County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Altoona Times | Apr 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Altoona Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?

By Altoona Times | Apr 7, 2024

This former Altoona Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Bedford County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Altoona Times | Apr 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Bedford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Altoona Times area weekly mass times

By Altoona Times | Apr 6, 2024

The following parishes in the Altoona Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 80.3% of people in Bedford County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Altoona Times | Apr 5, 2024

Of the 47,729 citizens living in Bedford County in 2021, 80.3% were old enough to vote, equating to 38,333 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Bedford County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 30

By Altoona Times | Apr 5, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Bedford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Blair County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Altoona Times | Apr 5, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Blair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Fulton County in week ending Mar. 30

By Altoona Times | Apr 4, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Fulton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Ward Holds Aging and Youth Committee Hearing on Challenges Facing Children and Youth Services Agencies

By Altoona Times | Apr 3, 2024

Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) recently chaired a hearing with the Senate Aging and Youth Committee to discuss the challenges and opportunities within Pennsylvania's children and youth services agencies. During the hearing, Ward emphasized the importance of these agencies, stating, "County children and youth agencies provide a vital tool and service, helping to protect children across Pennsylvania."Pennsylvania's child welfare system, which is state supervised and county administered, plays a critical role in safeguarding children from abuse and neglect. These agencies provide a...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Huntingdon County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Altoona Times | Apr 3, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Gregory, Policy Committee Host Second in Series of Hearings on Affordable and Reliable Energy for Pennsylvania Consumers

By Altoona Times | Apr 2, 2024

Representative Jim Gregory (R-Blair) and the House Republican Policy Committee, chaired by Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), recently held the second hearing in a series focusing on ensuring affordable and reliable energy for Pennsylvania consumers. The hearing, titled "Balancing Your Budget and Thermostat: Consumer-Focused Energy Policy," featured testimonies from key industry experts.Michael Butler, the mid-Atlantic executive director of the Consumer Energy Alliance, expressed concerns about potential negative impacts of proposed energy policies, stating, "Most...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Huntingdon County in week ending Mar. 30

By Altoona Times | Apr 2, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Huntingdon County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Altoona Times | Apr 2, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Fulton County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 30

By Altoona Times | Apr 1, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Fulton County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.