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Judge rejects Russell lawsuit | News, Sports, Jobs

A federal lawsuit filed on behalf of a Blair County Prison corrections officer killed in the line of duty has been dismissed by District Judge Kim R. Gibson presiding in Johnstown. But the judge, in an order issued Monday, will allow the attorneys representing the estate of the deceased officer, Rhonda Russell, to file a […]

Police: Altoona murder suspect found with another homemade weapon; more charges filed

Reasons for becoming homeless vary | News, Sports, Jobs

Nearly 100 guests were welcomed this past winter to Overflow Church, where a warming center was set up to help homeless people find comfort in the colder winter months. It’s a new initiative aimed to not only give a temporary respite from the streets, but to help those who are homeless find a more permanent […]

Police: Altoona man accused of sexually abusing teen at least 25 times

Corrections officer sues prison over termination | News, Sports, Jobs

A longtime corrections officer of the Blair County Prison, who was terminated from his job following a workplace injury that occurred in 2019, has filed a civil rights lawsuit against his former employer. Brian Crawford, 55, contends prison officials violated several federal and state laws when they decided in 2021 they could no longer provide […]