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Pennsylvania: A Smart Choice for Retirees

December 20, 2025

Pennsylvania is a great place to retire. It has many benefits. Three towns stand out: Hermitage, Johnstown, and Altoona. These towns offer a good life for retirees. Pennsylvania is known for its tax benefits. It does not tax pensions, Social Security, or retirement savings. This is a big plus for r

sports

Duncan Davitt: Pitcher by Day, Reporter by Night

December 17, 2025

Duncan Davitt has a unique double life. By day, he's a minor league baseball player. By night, he's a sports reporter. This 26-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Chicago White Sox also covers high school sports for his parents' newspaper, the Indianola Independent Advocate. Davitt's journey star

technology

Smart Toys with AI: China's Playful Leap into the Future

December 15, 2025

China is making waves in the toy world with smart gadgets that use artificial intelligence. These aren't just any toys; they're learning, adapting, and even giving advice. One standout is the CocoMate plush toy by Haivivi, which looks like Ultraman. This AI-powered toy has a warning for investors: b

crime

A Suspect's Shock and the McDonald's Tip

December 10, 2025

Luigi Mangione found himself in the spotlight again, this time in Manhattan Criminal Court. The surprise on his face was clear when he saw the crowd outside the Pennsylvania courtroom during his arraignment for the alleged killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This was back in December 202

crime

The Manhunt That Ended at a Fast Food Joint

December 9, 2025

A man named Luigi Mangione was caught in a McDonald's. This happened in Altoona, Pennsylvania. It was December 9, 2024. The arrest ended a five-day search. The search was for the person who killed Brian Thompson. Thompson was the CEO of United HealthCare. He was shot in New York City. Mangione is i

entertainment

Pandora's Return: A Fresh Look at Avatar's Latest Adventure

December 3, 2025

Early buzz about the new Avatar movie, "Fire and Ash, " is making waves. Critics who got a sneak peek are calling it a must-see experience. The film, directed by James Cameron, takes viewers back to the vibrant world of Pandora. This time, the story dives deeper into the Sully family's struggles and

education

A Special Day of Giving and Growing at Altoona High

November 23, 2025

At Altoona Area High School, a unique tradition brings students and staff together in a way that goes beyond typical classroom learning. The Friendsgiving event is a big deal, not just for the delicious food but for the sense of community and personal growth it fosters. This year, nearly 70 Life Sk

education

Giving Thanks and Growing Together: Altoona Students Celebrate Friendsgiving

November 22, 2025

At Altoona Area High School, something special happens every year. It's called Friendsgiving. This event is not just about food. It's about learning, growing, and coming together. Students in the Life Skills program take the lead. They plan, shop, cook, and serve a full Thanksgiving-style meal. Thi

education

A Quick Gas Scare at a Local School

November 15, 2025

A school in Altoona had to empty out early Friday because of a gas smell in one of its classrooms. The Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center quickly got to work, calling in the fire department and the gas company to check things out. By 10 a. m. , the experts gave the all-clear, and everyone

education

Unraveling the Secrets: New Amelia Earhart Files Uncovered

November 15, 2025

The U. S. National Archives has just dropped a bunch of documents about Amelia Earhart, the famous pilot who vanished in 1937. This happened after President Trump said all government files on her should be made public. Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, took off from Papua New Guinea on July 2