Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in Cambria County, was settled in 1770. It is famous for the "Johnstown floods," three disastrous floods. In 1889 the South Fork dam collapsed, causing the largest one-day loss of civilian life in the U.S. until 9/11/2001. In 1936, another flood occurred due to melting snow coupled by three days of rain, resulting in more than 24 deaths. In 1977, severe storms dumped a foot of rain in some areas, and the resulting overflows of channels and dams, causing 85 deaths.
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Shows off a public high school’s student clubs, academic courses and athletic activities. Students can read the institution’s newsletter and view the lunch menu.
http://mccort.daj.k12.pa.us/
Read about the library’s hours, collection and bookmobile service. Access the library’s catalog, submit library reference questions and find out about events.
http://www.cclsys.org/
Provides access to city information and online services. Includes a community calendar, local news and announcements, department directory, public resources and community links.
http://www.cityofjohnstownpa.net/
Goodwill Industries of the Conemaugh Valley
Offers an overview of the community organization’s services for individuals and companies. There are job openings, announcements and a way to donate to the organization.
http://www.goodwilljohnstown.org/
Greater Johnstown-Cambria County Chamber of Commerce
Provides chamber information and details on all businesses serving Johnstown City and Cambria County. Includes membership information, calendar of events, chamber activities, resources and community profile.
http://www.johnstownchamber.com/
John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport
Operates an airport that has flights to destinations in the eastern United States. Also find a flight schedule, read flight safety advice and directions.
http://www.flyjohnstownairport.com/
Johnstown & Cambria County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Contains tourism information and resources to make the most out of every Johnstown and Cambria County attractions and recreational areas. Includes an accommodation directory, maps and directions, dining and shopping guides.
http://www.visitjohnstownpa.com/
Promotes the school district’s bus schedules, athletic activities and events. Links to the district’s alumni resources, district news and career openings.
http://www.richlandsd.com/
Shows off an establishment that provides a variety of BBQ meals. Information on the restaurant’s catering service, hours of service, menu and weekly specials are displayed.
http://www.smokestackonline.com/
St. John’s United Church of Christ
Find out about the institution’s worship times, meetings and events. Also find church news, an overview of the church’s choirs and staff.
http://www.stjohnsuccjonestown.org/
The Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center
Publicizes a center that organizes art classes and programs for the community. There is also information on the organization’s events, examples of center artwork and details on its sponsors.
http://www.bottleworks.org/
Publishes news articles on the area’s current affairs, classifieds listings and editorials. Other parts of the site provide obituaries, sports articles and contests.
http://tribune-democrat.com/
