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Setting sights on the season
Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> Zac Imler (left) and Sean Barazotto, both of Hollidaysburg, zero their rifle scopes at the Hollidaysburg Sportmen’s Club on Friday afternoon in preparation for Saturday’s opening day of Pennsylvania’s deer rifle season. Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski Today’s breaking news and more in your inbox
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Jeffrey A. Louder
<!– SHOW ARTICLE –> Jeffrey A. Louder, 62, Duncansville, passed away Thursday morning at his residence after an extended illness. Jeff was born in Altoona, the son of Carol R. (Ickes) Louder and the late James F. Louder. Surviving are his mother; siblings, Cheri McCommons and Micky Louder; and several nieces and nephews. He was…
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Edward T. Strong
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward T. Strong, 84, of Altoona; a beloved husband, father and friend. Ed peacefully departed this world Tuesday at home after a lengthy battle with multiple myeloma. He was surrounded by family. Ed leaves behind a legacy of strength, kindness and unwavering dedication. He…
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Your Voice: Student mental health woes in Hong Kong (long letters)
As a student from a local school, I am writing to express my concern for the mental health of young people in Hong Kong. The city’s Education Bureau has given a grant of HK$80,000 to each of the city’s local primary and secondary schools to raise awareness of mental health, which, in my opinion, is…
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Holiday tradition | Johnstown Concert Ballet will present two performances of ‘The Nutcracker’
#inform-video-player-1 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } #inform-video-player-2 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Clara will once again dream of her prince as the holiday classic ballet “The Nutcracker” is brought to life on an area stage. Performances will be presented by the Johnstown Concert Ballet at 7:30 p.m. Friday…
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JUDGING THE HEART OF CHANGE
This year’s outstanding awardees are a formidable group dedicated to creating a positive impact on society and the environment. Among them are the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Lang Tengah Turtle Watch, The MareCet Research Organisation, Starfish Malaysia Foundation, PACOS Trust, The Asli Co, Kelab Alami, Buku Jalanan Chow Kit, Japson Wong, and Graze Market.…
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11 Celebrities Who Almost Died Due to Accidents, Health Emergencies and More
Jeremy Renner injured himself in a snowplow accident on New Year’s Day while he was trying to clear a road near Reno, Nev. The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call and found out that it was the MCU star who sustained “blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries” after the vehicle ran over his…
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OPINION EXCHANGE | Chaplains are essential in health care
Opinion editor’s note: Star Tribune Opinion publishes a mix of national and local commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here. ••• Working in health care for more than 20 years, I can say with unfortunate confidence that the soul of the profession is struggling. Hard decisions have had to be made,…
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EDITORIAL | Senior nutrition program needs better controls
Opinion editor’s note: Editorials represent the opinions of the Star Tribune Editorial Board, which operates independently from the newsroom. ••• A legislative audit has once again found significant deficiencies in a statewide program. This time it is the Senior Nutrition Program, overseen by the Minnesota Board on Aging. The report by the Office of the…
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On Nutrition: Thanksgiving 2023
I texted my daughter, who lives two states away, to ask what she is most looking forward to when she comes home for Thanksgiving. “Cooking with you and drinking coffee in the kitchen and watching the Thanksgiving day parade,” she said without hestitation. “And not being at work…” We can do that! I replied. She…