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Premium Content Subscriber only A memorial to a man killed in a motorcycle crash four years ago will be temporarily removed from Gap Rd at Cedar Pocket. The memorial to Mark Scott, who was 33 when he died after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing into a fence on June 21, 2017 , will be removed when construction begins on an upgrade to Gap Road. A memorial to a man killed on Gap Road in Cedar Pocket is being temporarily moved during road upgrades. Photos: Ailsa Reid A memorial to ...

Gap Road between Werris Creek and the Kamilaroi Highway has been closed by floodwaters. Earlier today drivers between along the thoroughfare found their journeys interrupted by the closure of the causeway safety gates. “There was a lot of restoration work around the last flood that went through there January 2019 from memory, so we will work with that shire to ensure that we can do whatever we can to get the funding to upgrade gap road.” Road users are asked to use Tylors Lane, south of Wer...

Clothing giveway planned Grace’s Closet at Grace Lutheran Church, 1114 N. Cambria St., Bellwood, will host a clothing giveaway from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 13. Spring clothing will be available, as will fall and winter clothing. Those attending are asked to wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines. For more information, call the church at 814-742-7501. Food pantry open on Fridays Twenty-eighth Street Church of the Brethren Food Ministry, 2800 Union Ave., Altoona, will be open...

A Chinese property developer is spending $541 million to convert a plot of farmland into a luxury housing development, the SCMP reported. One home in the development will be as big as 180 apartments in a popular Hong Kong housing complex. Hong Kong currently in the midst of a housing crisis, with people living in "coffin homes." A Chinese property developer is spending $541 million to convert a plot of farmland into a luxury development in Hong Kongs New Territories, Pearl Liu and Sandy Li repo...

Police Blotter: Gutter Place Suffers Loss Of $2,000 Of Tools; Man In Wheelchair Wont Quit Roadside Panhandling Monday, February 22, 2021 A caller notified police about a suspicious woman on Roberts Road. Police spoke with the woman who said she was knocking on various doors because of the temperature outside, requesting a ride to Jasper, Tn. Police verified the womans identity and transported her to the Waffle House, 4343 Highway 58, to wait for her ride. * * * Police respond...

Heres where you can sign up to get a free COVID-19 test Georgia Highlands Medical Services is hosting a free drive-thru COVID-19 testing event from 8 a.m. to noon, Friday, Feb. 26, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 470-758-8415. Georgia Highlands Medical Services is at 475 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040. Latest

Old food debris, expired chocolate milk: Cumberland County restaurant inspections Updated Feb 19, 2021; The following Cumberland County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania’s health and safety regulations during inspections between Jan. 24-30. Inspections are overseen by the Department of Agriculture. The department notes that in many cases violations are corrected by the restaurant before inspectors leave. MOORELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Violations: --Mop sink room has an accum...

Read Article A take out only benefit dinner for Kathy and Joey Gregory, who lost their home and possessions to fire, is set for 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Chesterville Town Office, 409 Dutch Gap Road in Chesterville. The meal will consist of baked beans, two hot dogs, coleslaw, homemade biscuit, and a slice of pie for dessert. Organizers are asking for donations of $10 per meal, additional donations would be greatly appreciated. Pre-orders are required, please call Glenda at 778-2689, ...

Premium Content Subscriber only Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions on the Pacific Highway and local roads from Monday 15 to Sunday 21 February for the Woolgoolga to Ballina upgrade, weather permitting. From Monday, there will be up to six days of work on the Pacific Highway between the new bridge over the Richmond River at Broadwater and Devils Pulpit to carry out property access and finishing work, including landscaping maintenance, fencing and survey work. Motorists can expe...

Food residue, leaky dishwasher: Cumberland County restaurant inspections Updated Feb 12, 2021; The following Cumberland County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania’s health and safety regulations during inspections between July 17-23. Inspections are overseen by the Department of Agriculture. The department notes that in many cases violations are corrected by the restaurant before inspectors leave. CARLISLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL Date: Jan. 22, 2021 CEDAR CLIFF PIZZA Date: Jan. 21...