Local history 50 years ago: 1973 Blair County Judge Robert C. Habersroh was holding a hearing on a contempt of court charge brought by Boyer Bros. Candy aga
Drive-thru turkey dinner planned
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 136 Hilltop Road, Lilly, will hold a drive-tru turkey dinner from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 18. The meal includes turkey with all the fixings, plus dessert and dinner roll. Cost is $11.
Food pantry open Tuesdays and Thursdays
The St. Vincent DePaul Assumption Chapel Food Pantry, 1523 Adams Ave., has never closed during the pandemic. We are open on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 10:30. All interested parties must call 814-943-7962 for an appointment. Picture identification and being masked are required.
Yard sale and chicken barbecue set
A yard sale and chicken barbecue will be held Saturday, May 1, at Hicks United Methodist Church, 1211 Third Ave., Duncansville.
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The Most Rev. Mark L. Bartchak, bishop of the Diocese of Altoona-
Johnstown, carries the cross for communal adoration during the liturgy of the Commemoration of the Lordâs Passion at noon on Good Friday at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Most Reverend Mark L. Bartchak, Bishop of the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese carries the cross the front of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament for communal adoration during the liturgy of the Commemoration of the Lord s Passion at noon on Good Friday.
MIrror photo by Patrick Waksmunski
A day to celebrate resurrection and new life, this Easter some local churches are celebrating their own new life and new beginnings.
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A free to-go bagged lunch will be available from 11:30 a.m. to
1 p.m., or while supplies last, Saturday, Feb. 20, at the Second Avenue United Methodist Church, 130 Second Ave., Altoona. Lunches will be handed out at the Second Street door. Those attending are asked to keep a social distance while waiting in line and wear a mask if possible. All are welcome. For more information, call 814-943-2072.
Coffee house planned
Champion Life Church will host a Coffee House at 7 p.m. today, Friday, Feb. 19. There will be live music and food and drinks will be available for purchase. Admission is free and open to the public. Champion Life Church is at 1314 12th St., in downtown Altoona. Event information can be found on the church’s Facebook page under “Events.” For more information, contact the church office at 814-942-9400.