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Former HHS Official: DOGE should investigate ‘abuse and waste’ in 340 drug discount program utilized by 77 Pennsylvania hospitals

By Altoona Times reports | Apr 2, 2025

A former official with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said the federal 340b drug discount program is a reminder of "abuse and waste" that exists in Washington, D.C.

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Bedford County: Medicaid made up 5.6% of total income in 2022

By Altoona Times | Apr 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.6% of income in Bedford County, providing an average of $2,794 per capita to residents.

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Advocacy group raises concerns about teacher union dues used for political activities

By Altoona Times | Apr 1, 2025

MyPayMySay, an advocacy group, has expressed concerns about how educators' union dues are used for political activities.

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Pennsylvania committee backs bill for increased pensions for disabled veterans

By Altoona Times | Apr 1, 2025

The Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee has advanced legislation aimed at increasing pensions for disabled veterans in Pennsylvania.

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Residents of Huntingdon County received $13,171 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 42nd in Pennsylvania

By Altoona Times | Mar 31, 2025

In 2022, residents of Huntingdon County received an average of $13,171 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 26th lowest in Pennsylvania.

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Altoona Times area weekly mass times

By Altoona Times | Mar 29, 2025

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

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Blair County: Medicaid transfers accounted for 6.9% of income in 2022

By Altoona Times | Mar 28, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.9% of income in Blair County, providing an average of $3,820 per capita to residents.

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Pennsylvania committee advances bill designating sports teams based on biological sex

By Altoona Times | Mar 26, 2025

Senator Judy Ward has announced that the Senate Education Committee has approved a bill aimed at ensuring fairness in women's sports by designating athletic teams based on biological sex.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Blair County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Altoona Times | Mar 25, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Blair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Bedford County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Altoona Times | Mar 25, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Bedford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Fulton County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 15

By Altoona Times | Mar 24, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Fulton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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In 2022, Fulton County ranks 41st among Pennsylvania counties for government transfer income per capita at $13,201

By Altoona Times | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Fulton County received an average of $13,201 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 27th lowest in Pennsylvania.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Bedford County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 15

By Altoona Times | Mar 23, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Bedford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Blair County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 15

By Altoona Times | Mar 23, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Blair County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Huntingdon County in week ending Mar. 15?

By Altoona Times | Mar 23, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Huntingdon County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 15

By Altoona Times | Mar 22, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Huntingdon County in week ending Mar. 15

By Altoona Times | Mar 22, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Huntingdon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Altoona Times area weekly mass times

By Altoona Times | Mar 22, 2025

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

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Fulton County: Residents received $15.79 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By Altoona Times | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.3% of income in Fulton County, providing an average of $1,087 per capita to residents.

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Patrick Haigh, former Bishop Guilfoyle High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Altoona Times | Mar 22, 2025

The game took place in Lenovo Center.