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Academy to serve up Goose Day activities

LEWISTOWN — Goose Day is known for its traditions, but this year the Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology in Lewistown hopes the annual celebration will also spotlight its students and programs. Having already announced Community Day, with local organizations such as the Juniata County Prevention Board, American Heart Association and Career and Technical Student Organizations planning activities, the Academy also announced a car show from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 26, as well as a roasted goose dinner from 10 a.m. to noon. The events were discussed during the ...

Directors announce vacant transportation position

LEWISTOWN — The Mifflin County School District Board of Directors announced during the Committee of the Whole meeting on Thursday that the assistant to the coordinator of transportation position is open, along with other business. The position is currently posted, and the district could hire a candidate as early as Thursday, Sept. 4, or as late as the board’s October voting meeting on Thursday, Oct. 22. Transportation Directors also recommended approval of the following drivers: •Julia A. Snyder of Krise Transportation, effective Sept. 1; •Rhonda E. Ruble of BGJ ...

Heritage Fire Company Auxiliary seeks Christmas vendors

LEWISTOWN — The Heritage Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary is seeking vendors for its “Christmas At The Heritage” event, scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 20, at the fire company, 218 S. Main St., Lewistown. Those interested in participating as vendors may contact Jackie at (717) 248-4696 for applications, table pricing and additional information.

PSP seeks owners of $200K in gold, additional scam victims

MILTON — Pennsylvania State Police are trying to identify the owners of approximately $200,000 in gold bars seized during a traffic stop as investigators search for additional victims of a scam involving people posing as federal officers. State police at Milton said troopers stopped a silver 2025 Honda Accord with California registration on Interstate 80 near mile marker 203 on Sept. 10. Troopers found gold and an identity-theft affidavit inside the vehicle, and two occupants were taken into custody. A victim later told investigators the Honda resembled the vehicle used to pick up ...

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VA to host third annual VetFest in Altoona

ALTOONA — The James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center will host its third annual VetFest Enrollment Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at 2907 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona. VA enrollment specialists and veteran service officers will be available to help veterans enroll in VA health care and file service-connected disability claims. Veterans interested in enrolling should bring a copy of their DD214, financial information from last year and insurance information. The free event will also feature a Blair Antique Car Club cruise-in, food trucks and live entertainment. ...