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Earlier this week, lifeguards at Altoona Aquatics Park saved a 3-year-old boy from drowning, using swift CPR and training to revive him. A local fire chief tells KCCI their vigilance made all the ...
The Blair County Antique Auto Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. To celebrate the milestone, the club hosted ...
Altoona, Pennsylvania sits nestled in the Allegheny Mountains like a well-kept secret, offering visitors and residents alike ...
The Autumn Festival at Lakemont Park has become a tradition for many families. Winter brings holiday celebrations like the Downtown Altoona Christmas parade and seasonal performances by local arts ...
Last week, we reported that the Casino at Lakemont Park, in Blair County, will soon be shutting its doors for good.The owner confirmed that the Casino will be c ...
LAKEMONT, Pa. (WTAJ) — Leap the Dips is the world's oldest roller coaster and joined the list of National Historic Landmarks in 1996. But with Lakemont Park not operating its beloved rides for ...
Future of Lakemont Park could be off the tracks as rides sit dormant WTAJ Altoona Thu, June 5, 2025, 4:14 PM PDT ...
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Thrivent Financial, the Altoona Curve and Lakemont Park are teaming up to raise money for the Miracle League of Blair County.
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The rides at Lakemont Park will not reopen again for the upcoming summer. Managers of the park and Blair County Commissioners aren’t commenting on the closure or what needs to be ...
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) – Lakemont Park has announced the start of its 27th season for their Holiday Lights on the Lake event. The 2024 display will open on Friday, Nov. 15 and run until Jan. 5 ...