Keystone Stories: Taking Flight


Bellefonte’s role in the history of air mail is still celebrated today, as is Mill Hall’s Piper Aviation’s significance in WWII. Pilots from across the nation travel to Mifflin County to fly aircraft that have no motors.

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Secondhand Treasures

Posted on October 21, 2024

Whether it’s shopping at the 100-mile yard sale in the Quehanna region or visiting Antique Capital USA in Lancaster County, thrifting, antiqueing, and yard saling have become favorite pasttimes of people who love to find a good deal.

 

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New Neighbors

Posted on September 26, 2023

“New Neighbors” is a term given to immigrants and refugees. These community members work to learn the American ways while keeping their own cultures and traditions alive. We will hear the stories of three immigrant families and follow their journey as they build new lives in central Pennsylvania.

 

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Railroads

Posted on January 2, 2023

Why is Altoona known as “Railroad City”? The answer can be found at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, located in Altoona. This home for railfans is where a new project is underway to bring back a legendary locomotive…the K4.

 

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