Community Resources

While traveling in Blair County you may find yourself in need of various services.

These local businesses, associations & organizations are available to provide friendly services & assistance. They contribute to the quality of life in the county, providing educational opportunities, supporting local parks, preserving historic landmarks, bringing in new business & hosting events. Many of them can also assist you if you are considering moving to the area.
Keystone Payroll LLC

814-234-2272
2198 High Tech Road, State College, PA 16803

Processing and submitting payroll taxes. Time and attendance solutions. Competitive value pricing. Unmatched customer service and advanced technology products, including customized payroll reporting.


Young Oakes Brown & Company, PC

(814) 944-6191
1210 13th Street, Altoona, PA 16601-4545

Full-service accounting, auditing, tax planning and return preparation, estate planning, management and computer services for businesses and individuals.

Altoona Mirror

(814) 946-7411
301 Cayuga Avenue, PO Box 2008, Altoona, PA 16603

Regional newspaper serving Central Pennsylvania. Blair County's best source for information.


Breezeline

888-536-9600

Broadband video, digital and high-speed internet services.


Image Signs, Inc.

(814) 946-4663
1720B Margaret Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602

Creating custom signs for your image. Please call for a free estimate.


Lamar Advertising

(814) 693-9815
1519 Rt 764 , Duncansville, PA 16635

Local outdoor advertising company serving Altoona, Johnstown and surrounding areas for over 75 years.


WJAC

(814) 255-7600
49 Old Hickory Lane, Johnstown, PA 15905

Providing news, weather and sports information for Johnstown, Altoona, State College and DuBois, Pennsylvania. WJAC is an NBC television affiliate-owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcasting Group and Sinclair Digital.


WTAJ

(814) 942-1010
5000 - 6th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602

Bringing the viewers of Central PA the information they need and want. WTAJ-TV is the CBS affiliate in Central PA and home of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A Better Address, LLC

(814) 943-6022
818 12th Street, Suite 200, Altoona, PA 16602

Better properties including single-family homes, urban upscale apartments and historic commercial suites including pop-up retail opportunities. Convenient locations near Altoona’s transportation routes. Come home to “A Better Address.”

Keller Engineers, Inc.

(814) 696-7430
420 Allegheny Street , Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

Full-service civil engineering and survey firm including site development, oil and gas, roadway and bridge design, bridge inspection, water/wastewater, structural design and inspection, survey and municipal.

The Winds at Mattern Orchard

(814) 693-7675
590 Newry Lane, Ducansville, PA 16635

Offers a unique style of assisted living, designed to ensure privacy, independence and dignity to residents.

Blair County Arts Foundation

(814) 949-ARTS
1212 12th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601

BCAF owns and operates Altoona’s Historic Mishler Theatre and presents enlightening and entertaining artistic programs, as well as an annual family theatre season to area residents.

The Chamber is the “Voice of Business” in Blair County for over 1,000 businesses and affiliated organizations. More than a century of success in educating, informing and networking.


Central Blair Recreation & Park Commission

(814) 949-2231
2101 Fifth Avenue , Altoona, PA 16602

The Central Blair Recreation and Park Commission seeks to provide a broad spectrum of quality leisure opportunities for the citizens of Central Blair County. At the same time, reducing dependence on the tax dollar by generating new sources of revenue.


Ebensburg Main Street Partnership

(814) 472-8780
300 West High Street, Ebensburg, PA 15931

Their mission is to increase the economic vitality of Downtown Ebensburg through a coordinated program of events, facade and streetscape improvements and economic restructuring efforts.


Greater Altoona Economic Development Corporation (GAEDC)

(814) 944-6113
3900 Industrial Park Drive , Altoona, PA

The lead agency to promote the development of downtown Altoona.


Hollidaysburg Area Community Partnership

(814) 696-0544
401 Blair Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

The HACP is a volunteer, non-profit organization that supports local businesses, nonprofits, civic organizations and the community through promotional events (Springfest and Family Fun Day) and programs (Historic Walking Tours) while raising awareness of the heritage and natural beauty that the community offers.

Horseshoe Curve Chapter NRHS

(814) 695-2201
P.O. Box 1361, Altoona, PA 16603

Nonprofit organization which engages in projects to preserve and maintain historical equipment and information relating to rail transportation.

Rotary Club of Altoona

(814) 944-6191
PO Box 2538, Altoona, PA 16603

Organization of business and professional persons united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encouraging high ethical standards in all vocations, help build goodwill and peace in the world.


Tyrone Area Chamber of Commerce

(814) 684-0736
1004 Logan Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686

Where quality of life comes first. Over 200 members.

WISE Women of Blair County

(814) 515-0095
PO Box 134, Hollidaysburg , PA 16648

WISE (Women Involved in Scholarship & Empowerment) of Blair County is dedicated to empowering women and eliminating racism through collaboration, service and education. They accomplish this by providing grants and scholarships to eligible women.

AAA East Central - Altoona

(814) 946-1277
1634 Valley View Blvd., Altoona , PA 16602

Full-service travel agency. The most trusted name in travel.

Altoona Blair County Development Corporation

(814) 944-6113
The Devorris Center for Business Development, 3900 Industrial Park Drive, Altoona, PA 16602

Comprehensive Economic Development.


Downtown Altoona Business Community

(814) 943-6022
1225 11th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601

Community members are dedicated to creating a renaissance in the heart of Altoona with specific emphasis on small business attraction, retention of area graduates, historic preservation and cultural diversity.


Portage Area Regional Planning Commission

(814) 502-5579
721 Main Street, Portage, PA 15946

Portage is a small town with a variety of options for visitors, including great restaurants, family fun and nightlife. Portage is located between Altoona and Johnstown.

Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament

(814) 944-4603
One Cathedral Square, Altoona, PA 16601

Located in the heart of downtown Altoona, the Cathedral Parish has served the spiritual needs of Altoona since 1851. All are invited to joyfully participate in word and sacrament.


Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

(814) 695-7751
315 Jones Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is a family of Christians of all ages and backgrounds. Everyone is welcome.


Mount Aloysius College

(814) 886-4131
7373 Admiral Peary Hwy., Cresson, PA 16630-1999

Four-year, coeducational, private comprehensive college with more than 70 Master's, Baccalaureate and Associate degree programs. Sponsored by The Sisters of Mercy.


Penn State Altoona

(814) 949-5000
3000 Ivyside Park, Altoona, PA 16601

A four-year residential college offering many Bachelor's and Associate Degrees, as well as Continuing Education and Training Programs in a small college environment with a world-renowned degree.


Blair County Library System

(814) 946-0417 x132
1600 5th Ave., Altoona, PA 16602

www.blaircountylibraries.org

www.facebook.com/blaircountylibraries

The Blair County Library System provides guidance and ensures stability in library services across the eight libraries in Blair County in the areas of innovation, continuity, access, and leadership. The eight public libraries in Blair County are located in Altoona, Bellwood, Claysburg, Hollidaysburg, Martinsburg, Roaring Spring, Tyrone, and Williamsburg.


Altoona Area Public Library

(814) 946-0417
1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602

https://altoonalibrary.org

www.facebook.com/altoonalibrary

The Altoona Area Public Library offers a full range of library services including printmaterials, audiobooks, eBooks, e-audiobooks, public computer, WiFi access, and hotspots. Specialized collections include the Altoona Area High School Alumni Museum, a local history collection, and obituary and birth databases to aid in genealogy research. Our Youth Room is enriched with developmentally appropriate toys and materials, games, puzzles, and educational manipulatives.


Bellwood-Antis Public Library

(814) 742-8234
526 Main St., Bellwood, PA 16617

http://bapl.lib.pa.us

www.facebook.com/BellwoodAntisPublicLibrary/

Two large meeting rooms with separate entrances, including one with a kitchenette. Library includes 16 computers with internet, WiFi, a Pennsylvania history room and a large children’s room. Free parking.


Claysburg Area Public Library

(814) 239-2782
957 Bedford St., Claysburg, PA 16625

http://claysburglibrary.org

www.facebook.com/p/Claysburg-Area-Public-Library-100064562354542

Originally a dance hall, the Claysburg Area Public Library still has the stage where the band performed. The library provides comfortable seating and semi-private areas to meet with friends and owns a large collection of Adult Christian Fiction. The old Greenfield Township Historical Society collection is housed on the second floor.


Hollidaysburg Area Public Library

(814) 695-5961
1 Furnace Rd., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

https://hollidaysburglibrary.org

www.facebook.com/HollidaysburgAreaPublicLibrary/

The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library features a collection of over 40,000 materials. The facilities include a community room (which can be rented for a fee) used for events/programs, a large Children’s room, a Young Adult room, two study rooms, and the Armed Forces Room. There is also outdoor seating and an amphitheater. Visit the library to use one of the twelve public computers, the free WiFi, or to attend one of the many programs the library offers.


Martinsburg Community Library

(814) 793-3335
201 S. Walnut St., Martinsburg, PA 16662

www.martinsburgcommunitylibrary.org

www.facebook.com/p/Martinsburg-Community-Library-100069952997968

The Martinsburg Community Library offers materials and activities for people of all ages. The library provides four computers for public use, free WiFi, comfortable seating areas, and the Johnsons Memorial Genealogy/Local History Room. Located in the lower level of the Morrisons Cove Memorial Park building.


Roaring Spring Community Library

(814) 224-2994
322 E. Main St., Roaring Spring, PA 16673

www.roaringspringlibrary.org

www.facebook.com/roaringspringlibrary

The Roaring Spring Community Library invites you to stop in and experience all the library has to offer. Housed in the historic Eldon Inn and boasting thirty plus rooms, surprises can be found around every corner. Drop in for a visit and be immersed in the special offerings, diverse programming and unique community engagement initiatives the Roaring Spring Community Library offers.


Tyrone-Snyder Public Library

(814) 684-1133
1000 Pennsylvania Ave., Tyrone, PA 16686

https://tyronelibrary.org

www.facebook.com/tyronelibrary

The Tyrone-Snyder Public Library offers a wide variety of services in addition to traditional book lending and reference services. These services include free WiFi, public computers, public meeting spaces, educational and fun programs for all ages, business services, digital databases, local history services, hotspot lending, museum passes, STEM and memory kits, scavenger hunts, and take-home craft kits.


Williamsburg Public Library

(814) 832-3367
511 W. 2nd St., Williamsburg, PA 16693

www.williamsburg.blaircountylibraries.org

www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064626646315

The Williamsburg Public Library offers a wide range of materials to borrow, including a large collection of large-print books provided through the Lions Sight Conservation Foundation. The library provides computers, tablets, and WiFi with internet access, as well as resources for homeschooling families and programs for all ages.


First National Bank

(814) 696-2348
224 Allegheny Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

A full-service community bank offering complete retail, commercial, investment, trust and insurance services.


Irwin Financial, Inc.

(814) 941-4411
1200 17th Street, Altoona , PA 16601

Customizing investment strategies for individuals and corporations to help meet their personal and business goals.


Reliance Bank

(814) 949-6263
1119 Twelfth Street, Altoona , PA 16601

Looking for a financial institution to help make your dreams a reality? Look at Reliance Bank!

DelGrosso Foods, Inc.

(814) 684-5880
PO Box 337, Tipton, PA 16684

Producers of “The Finest Sauce Made.” DelGrosso Foods remains the oldest major family-owned manufacturer of pasta sauce in the United States. Other products include meatballs, salsa, pizza sauce and sloppy joe sauce.

Advanced Regional Center For Ankle & Foot Care

(814) 943-3668
711 Logan Blvd., Altoona , PA 16602

The physicians at Advanced Regional Center treat diseases and disorders of the foot and ankle. Get back on your feet!


Gentle Family Dentistry

(814) 693-6777
510 Third Avenue, Duncansville, PA 16635

Dr. Locker has 37 years of experience providing patients with the absolute best dental care. He delivers high-quality cosmetic dentistry that is pain-free. Financing available.


UPMC Altoona

(814) 889-2011
UPMC Altoona, 620 Howard Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601

Region’s largest hospital offers 24/7 emergency care, Level II Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, bariatrics, breast health, cancer care, cardiovascular surgery, imaging, laboratory, maternity, neurosurgery, robotics, sleep medicine, wound healing and more.

The Warren A. Gingrich Agency, Inc.

(814) 944-2078
9 Logan Blvd., Altoona , PA 16602

Full-service agency, commercial and personal insurance coverage, workers’ compensation, general liability, bonds, auto, life, homeowners, recreation vehicle, group insurance, pension plans and 401K plans. Visit their new expanded office.

NPC, Inc.

(814) 239-8787
13710 Dunnings Highway, Claysburg, PA 16625

NPC combines high-volume personalized communications, optimized mail delivery, fulfillment-on-demand services, return mail processing, document-to-data conversion to create information management and delivery solutions for commercial, nonprofit and government.


Press Box Printing

(814) 944-3057
2109 9th Avenue, Altoona , PA 16602

Full-service commercial printer. Services include graphic design, indoor/outdoor banners, posters, brochures, newsletters, books, letterhead, envelopes, business cards and more. Contact them for all your printing needs.

Glendale Yearound

(814) 687-4216
110 Troxell Spring Road, Flinton , PA 16640

A private four-season resort and campground located only 25 miles from Altoona near Glendale Lake. Wooded lots, cabins and campsites for sale.

Coldwell Banker Town & Country Real Estate

(814) 946-4343
300 Union Avenue, Altoona , PA 16602

Blair County’s Home-A-Day Realtor! Located in Pennington’s Town and Country Plaza. Open seven days a week.


Re/Max Results Realty Group

(814) 946-9355
1001 Logan Blvd., Altoona , PA 16602

Outstanding agents, outstanding results. Specializing in residential and commercial properties.

Homewood at Martinsburg

(814) 793-3728
437 Givler Drive, Martinsburg , PA 16662

Homewood is a CCRC with independent living cottages and personal care apartments. Blair County’s highest-rated health care center with short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care and a memory care unit.

Altoona-Blair County Airport

(814) 793-2027
310 Airport Drive, Martinsburg, PA 16662

Whether you’re headed to Altoona for business or visiting the Allegheny Region, discover the hassle-free way to get here. Daily connections from hundreds of cities via Pittsburgh International Airport or Baltimore International Airport.


AMTRAN

(814) 944-4074
3301 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602

AMTRAN is the smart choice. Take the bus! AMTRAN is the Public Transit Authority in Blair County providing local bus service.


Freedom Excursions by Scully, LLC

(814) 941-3430
P.O. Box 1505, Altoona, PA 16603

Premier limo bus and mini-coach service for corporate events, weddings, private parties, theatre shows, sporting events, group charter service, airport and cruise transportation.

Fullington Auto Bus Company

(814) 355-4900
2101 Alexander Drive, State College , PA 16803

Provides organized tours for groups and the public, daily Trailways schedules and luxury limousines, new cruise division.

Pine Bottom Aviation Services LLC

(814) 793-4548
1702 Pulpit Road, Martinsburg, PA 16662

Pine Bottom Aviation is a local helicopter service offering charter services, scenic tours of the Allegheny Mountains, Raystown Lake and Horseshoe Curve as well as film and photography assistance.

University Park Airport

(814) 237-2011
2493 Fox Hill Road, State College, PA 16803

University Park Airport, State College. Serving the Centre Region.

AAA East Central - Altoona

(814) 946-1277
1634 Valley View Blvd., Altoona , PA 16602

Full-service travel agency. The most trusted name in travel.


Heritage Travel

(814) 946-1600
1201 Logan Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602

Independently owned, which means better personal service. Specializes in cruises, tours, honeymoons, group travel, corporate, air, car and hotel reservations. Your dream vacation professionals.

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