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The Christmas Bazaar took place on Saturday, November 22 at the Cove Lions Club Community Building in Loysburg. Hopewell Homestead hosted the event with various items such as handmade soaps, and balms sold by different vendors. There will be vendors available at the Replogle School Building Craft Show on November 29....
A discussion took place on the computer fee for Southern Cove Joint Municipal Authority used for Wastewater during the South Woodbury Township Board of Supervisors meeting on November 6. The conclusion was that the fee for this computer, which is new, would be paid by the Joint Municipal Authority, which is 36% of the bill. Roadmaster Rick Mussleman reported last month the black top was completed on Golden Rule Road. A report was given by Rachael White who attended the Bedford County Township Officials Association Convention where they were...
During the monthly meeting of the Southern Cove Power Reunion they had a discussion on the fall show, which was deemed successful. There were 132 hook ups for Friday night and 199 for Saturday night’s tractor pull. On Sunday, 48 kids signed up for the kiddie pull. Over 50 craft and flea market vendors were set up. They said the kitchen, cider, and apple butter also did well. A John Deere tractor was purchased to be raffled for next year’s show. Improvements to the bathrooms will allow more people to use the bathrooms more quickly. The SCPR mem...
The treasurer’s report given at the Woodbury Borough Council meeting on Monday, October 7, reported an ending balance of $225,846.02. There was also $23,113.99 in the Woodbury Community Center’s bank account. Ken Ott will be replacing lightbulbs for the community center, several tables will be painted, and broken steps on the playground will be removed. There is about $19.72 dollars left of COVID money that will need to be used by the end of the year. Bids were received for an addition to the truck shed.Anthony Lewis Construction won the bid...
South Woodbury Township set Halloween trick-or-treat night during their October meeting for Thursday, October 31, which is in conjunction with Woodbury Township in Blair County. The office will be closed on Tuesday, November 5 for general elections. An email was sent to the supervisors from the Pennsylvania Game Commission that said tax on any ground owned by them in all municipalities would be increasing from $1.20 an acre to $2.40 an acre. A check in the amount of $9,524 was received from PennDOT for the winter plowing agreement. The...
The Southern Cove Power Reunion discussed the results from the fall show held in late September during its October meeting. New officers are President John Hileman, First Vice President Brett Fisher, Second Vice President Jason Hileman, Treasurer Kristen Dicken, Assistant Treasurer Amy Mellott, and Secretary Melanie Clapper. The club appreciated the help they received in parking vehicles by Cheryl Lane and FFA members from Northern Bedford High School. People helped in the kitchen, trash...
The Annual Benefit Auction for the Clinic for Special Children and Central PA Clinic returned for the 27th year on Sept 13-14. On Friday, people were busy setting up items to be auctioned and many were in line to buy rib dinners. The dinners included Hatfield's ribs, a homemade roll, homemade baked beans, homemade mac and cheese, and the choice of coleslaw or applesauce. There were 800 dinners to be sold and 775 were sold immediately. Just as popular were the homemade baked goods of pies and...
Bluebird Country Workshop is a new program for the Cove Special Children, which was founded in April 2024. The purpose of this workshop is to provide a safe place for individuals with physical or emotional challenges. It also provides the plain community with an opportunity to help one another. The workshop is a non profit organization funded through donations and operated by volunteers. Lucy Zimmerman and Edna Newswanger have been the leaders in this new endeavor. Kimberly Zimmerman is the special education instructor and is present when the...
During the Southern Cove Power Reunion’s August meeting they reported that there were 138 hookups at the last tractor pull and no breakdowns. Amy Mellot shared the treasurer report. The checking account balance was $22,941.84, and the Hometown Museum Fund had a balance of $4,236.00. An updated water line is in the process of being placed and there will be an additional hook up for apple butter making for the fall show. On September 17 and 18, the weigh-ins are at 4 p.m. There will also be a church service on September 8:30 a.m. and a...
During the South Woodbury Township meeting on Tuesday, September 3, it was announced that work has begun on proposals for the 2025 budget. About $90,000 is a beginning figure for paving projects and $150 is the starting amount for Pine Hill Project. The budget will be posted for thirty days before adoption. The bridge dedication ceremony that took place on the Golden Rule Road was well received by the community, the supervisors said. A donation will be sent to the Fort Bedford Honor Guard to help them with all they do for the local...
Woodbury Borough swore in a new council member to replace Vince Heath. Brayden Claycomb was sworn in by Shawn Claycomb, council president during Woodbury’s monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 3. The treasurer’s report showed that the council has a total balance of $130,642.27 in the General Fund. Woodbury Community Center presented June minutes to the council for review. It was revealed that they would be getting estimates from three companies for replacing the boiler. There is a possibility of holding a Farmer’s Market in the WACC parki...
The New Enterprise Township Supervisors held a bridge dedication ceremony for the 2080 Golden Rule Road bridge in New Enterprise, at 10 a.m. on August 22. John Hileman, the Chairperson for the Township Supervisors opened the ceremony. He said the bridge started as a water management project last summer. Keller Engineers designed and oversaw the permits and inspections. Guyer Brothers was the successful bidder for the project and built the bridge. There was also a ditch line along the field leadi...
The Southern Cove Power Reunion ground held the “Living God” event, on August 9-10. The event was hosted by a group of women from different denominations who call themselves “The well-watered women”. The last big tent revival for Bedford County was held in 1999 at the Northern Bedford High School in which two women in the group were saved at the age of ten. Friday morning, despite the rain, the event got off without a hitch. A huge circus-like tent held hundreds of chairs and kept the attendees dry. Despite the weather, folks were smiling...
The 27 Annual Benefit Auction and Bake Sale and Friday Night Rib Dinner will be held on September 13 at the Morrison’s Cove Produce Auction. The auction is located at 4826 Woodbury Pike, Roaring Spring Pa. On September 13 will be the rib dinner which will start at 4:30 p.m. until sold old. The dinner will feature Hatfield’s ribs and 800 will be prepared. They include homemade baked beans, homemade mac and cheese, homemade dinner rolls, and a choice of coleslaw or applesauce. All items for the auction can be previewed at this time and you can...
Spring House Grille in Roaring Spring closed its doors on Sunday, August 4. The restaurant was sold to Pediatric Health Care Associates, which is currently practicing in Nason Medical’s pediatric office and will move to the new location following renovations. All patients from Nason Pediatrics will be transferred to the new office and the practice will accept new patients. Following are the approximate time frames of ownership. Larry and Jerry Ritchey had Dog n’ Suds from 1969 to 1974. Ronald and Nancy Brumbaugh had Brumbaugh’s Drive-In from...
A resident attended the monthly South Woodbury Township Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, August 6 at 9 a.m. to request they develop a resolution for blighted properties. He was concerned about a property that was falling which is a safety concern. The supervisors will look into this matter after obtaining some more information. A financial report submitted by the Southern Cove Volunteer Fire Company was not accepted by the supervisors and will take their questions to the fire company meeting for answers. Once this is cleared then the funds from...
A successful tractor pull with 148 hook-ups was held on Saturday, July 20, and was completed without getting rained out. A new fryer was requested as a backup for the fall show in the Southern Cove Power Reunion’s kitchen and one will be purchased for $1,200. The tractor to be given away at the fall show will be taken to the Bedford Farm Bureau and various tractor shows in the area. Ticket sales are ongoing for this and other prizes to be awarded on the last day of the show which is September 20-22 at 4 p.m. Tickets are being sold for a gun r...
Woodbury Borough council members met at the Woodbury Community Center on August 5, 2024. Secretary/Treasurer Barb Wilt reviewed the banking accounts. There is a total balance of $222,217.54 in the banking accounts. There is approximately $19,720 covid money to be used by the last day of the year. Weed and brush treating was completed on Lower Alley. The Regional Solid Waste Management Plan is available for anyone who would like to review at the Bedford County Planning Commission. There is an Act 32 Tax Collection Audit that can be reviewed...
The Bistro at The Village Green hosted their first outdoor concert on Thursday July 18. Silver Lining which consists of Michelle Barnes and Rick Wertz played a variety of oldies on their guitars. Folks sat outside on the patio and were able to order special event foods while they enjoyed the concert. Jaret Sweeney is The Village Green supervisor/event manager and Ken Feathers is their executive chef. Sweeney oversees the entirety of the venue. He decided to start events such as the “Concerts i...
Jason Hileman reported on the last tractor pull at the Southern Cove Power Reunion’s monthly meeting on July 2. There were about 200 pulls; some were credited from the previous pull which was stopped due to rain. The club discussed obtaining sand for the track to help with it drying out. An additional fryer is needed for the kitchen and Barb Detwiler will obtain the information needed to possibly purchase a new one. The tractor pull that was to be held on July 20 was canceled and was rescheduled to July 27. Weigh-in is at 3 p.m. Gun raffle t...
“Awaken” Bedford County Tent Revival Awaken Bedford County Tent Revival is happening on August 9 and 10 at the Southern Cove Power Reunion Grounds. The address is 145 Cave Road, New Enterprise, PA. Gates will open at 9 a.m. and the first service begins at 10 a.m. They will break for lunch and resume at 6 p.m. for the evening service. People can come early and visit concessions such as the Coffee Coop, Hostetler’s and Snowball Dreams. Sit and eat and enjoy live music on Saturday evening by the band Righteous Now. Speakers for Friday are Pasto...
Vince Heaton, a Woodbury council member, turned in his resignation at the borough’s monthly meeting on Monday, July 1. Any resident interested in being a council member or in the position of Mayor are encouraged to apply. Woodbury Community Center minutes from April showed that the event fund has been rolled over to a CD. Lightbulbs were fixed in the pavilion, and a pipe from the large room heater burst in February but was fixed. Community yard sales were held June 7 and 8. Overall total assets are $17,868.22. There is about $19,720 of C...
South Woodbury Township Supervisor discussed the plans for the Pine Hill Road Bridge Project at their meeting on Tuesday, July 2. The Supervisors are waiting for PennDOT to confirm the checking deposit, and they will check the thickness of the asphalt to see what was put down in the past. The Golden Rule Bridge Dedication Ceremony is in the planning process. The Bridge will be dedicated to all who died in South Woodbury Township in the military. The ceremony will be advertised once all arrangements are made. Highway occupancy permit was...
The Southern Cove Power Reunion announced at their June meeting that the antique construction and truck show to be held on June 15 is canceled. The club may try to incorporate some of this in the fall show. June 15 is also the club tractor ride which will start at 10 a.m. from Helsel’s at 211 Smith Road Woodbury. A break will be taken at the Barry Hall property and lunch at OIP in Woodbury. The tractor pull will be held with weigh in at 3 p.m. and the pull starting at 4 p.m. A wagon will be provided for those who do not have a tractor to ride o...
Board president Shawn Claycomb, announced at Woodbury Borough’s June meeting that Woodbury Mayor Jordan Pabon resigned due to circumstances beyond his control. The council is looking for someone to apply for this position. The Grass Mowing Ordinance is in review and may need an addendum. This will involve grass mowing by the borough. Residents are reminded to keep their grass mowed to no longer than six inches. If the borough has to do it this could be very costly. The treasurer’s report and secretary’s report made known agiven, total of $60,6...
On Saturday, May 16, the Southern Cove Power Reunion held its annual award ceremony at the club grounds. Over 150 members and their families attended. The weather cooperated for the banquet which was under the pavilion, but due to the possibility of more rain, the tractor pull was canceled. The Royal Rangers of Everett, under the leadership of Dennis Dibert, prepared barbecue chicken dinners on the grounds. This group of boys also made a large pineapple upside down cake for dessert. Corn on the...
Board of Supervisors held their May meeting as scheduled on May 7, at 9 a.m. An update was given on Pine Hill Road Bridge Project; some signage will need to be done on the weight limit. Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission will hold a meeting on May 22 at 10:30 a.m. for fiscal year 2025-2028 at the County Court House. John I. & Minerva R. Subdivision was discussed. This is located on 916 Ridge Road and will be a sewing machine shop. First approved subdivision and sewage proposal was presented for business and house....
South Woodbury Township held their monthly meeting on June 4, at the township building. All issues have been resolved by the Pine Hill Road Bridge Project. Golden Rule Bridge Signs have been ordered. A dedication ceremony will be planned once the signs are obtained. The office will be closed on Monday, June 24. In the treasurer report given, it said the Wastewater Treatment Facility has $6,821,112.22 in it and total liabilities and equity is $2,563,684.56. Two planning members’ terms were up for the planning committee, and they agreed to s...
Freedom House Ministries located at 176 Chalybeate Road, Bedford, held a fundraising festival on May 18. Freedom House is about 95% ready to open its doors according to Dennis Dibert, chaplain at the Bedford Jail. The restored facility will house up to 34 men. This program is designed to rehabilitate men who have been incarcerated or may face incarceration for drugs and alcohol. Faith Healing Men is the message they send. “So, if the son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36 Thi...
Woodbury Borough Council members held their regular monthly meeting on May 6 at 7 p.m. Claudia Keith and Mayor Jordan Pabon were absent. Minutes and the treasurer’s report written by Barb Wilt were approved. The total balance in the state aid fund is $6,799.74, the balance in the general fund is $121,886.66, the CD balance is $15,122.05, and the total balance in the Hometown Bank is $143,788.45. The total balance in both bank accounts is $213,405.39. Total funds in liquid fuels reimbursement are $7,138.55. No reports were given on Woodbury C...
On Thursday, May 2, Bethany Kensinger, horticultural and agriculture teacher and FFA advisor took students from the Northern Bedford Vo Tech to do some grounds work for South Woodbury Township. The students were busy weeding and putting new mulch around the shrubbery in front of the memorial statue. Some of the students, according to Kensinger, will obtain jobs in this area. Other students take this class for fun to be educated in horticulture. Some will go on to college and incorporate this...
Southern Cove Power Reunion held Plow Days on Saturday April 20. Despite the weather being a little cold folks came out for the event. The event got underway early, before 8 a.m. Numerous tractors were seen plowing the fields and spectators watched the process. Craft vendors were permitted to set up free of charge and they were busy getting their tables and goods ready for display. Items such as natural products, homemade candy apples, homemade place mats and tumblers were just a few. The newly...
A new thrift store has opened in New Enterprise at 3440 Brumbaugh Road. The new store, which is owned by Louise Martin and Maranda Brown, opened in March. Martin said she has always loved thrift store shopping and gets a thrill just going through everything on sale. She is a wife and a mother and is able to bring her child to the shop next to home to make this happen. Unwanted items may be dropped off at anytime. The hours of the store are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and...
Shaylea Gates, a local cosmetologist who was employed at Serenity Hair Salon in Woodbury, has opened her own spa in Bedford, at 126 East Pitt St. Bel Cielo Hair and Nail Spa is the chosen name which was named in honor of her daughter Sky. The name means “beautiful sky” in Italian. Gates specializes in nail design, pedicures, hair coloring and styling. As a child she always had an interest in serving others and making them feel beautiful, she said. Gates attended The Salon Professional Academy be...
Aaron Andrews who works for Hollidaysburg Ambulance Emergency Medical Service (EMS) as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) taught 15 people on Sunday, April 7, the basics of CPR and how to use an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). Paramedics assess the patient’s condition at the scene and work to keep them stable while transporting them to the hospital. EMTs are paramedics who are required to complete more extensive training and are therefore, qualified to perform more advanced p...
Woodbury Borough council held its monthly meeting April 1 at the Woodbury Community Center at 7 p.m. Councilmember Tim Wentz and Mayor Jordan Pabon were absent. One community resident was in attendance. After the pledge of allegiance was recited, the meeting was called to order by President Shawn Claycomb. The community resident in attendance questioned why the mayor was not present again. Barb Wilt, secretary, stated that Pabon had told her he may be late. But he did not show up at this meeting and is frequently absent. Although Pabon was...
On March 23, Circle K Gifts of Main Street, Woodbury, held its first craft show. Twenty-three vendors participated in the craft show. Althea Kelly, an artist from Woodbury, offered hand-sewn flags featuring John Deere and other brands. She also sells potholders. Althea said that she has been doing this for 20 years. Jennifer Stiffler was selling PZ fragrances. These are scented meltable sprinkles made from soybeans grown in the U.S. They are used in plug-in air fresheners instead of using wax cubes. Multiple scents are available from fruit...
On April 2, the monthly meeting of the South Woodbury Township Board of Supervisors meeting took place at the township building at 9 a.m. The township office will be closed on April 22-26 for vacation. Also, on April 23, the township building will be a polling place for the Primary Election. After the secretary’s and treasurer’s reports, bids were opened for the 2024 road projects. New Enterprise Stone and Lime won the project with a bid of $65,392. The PennDOT Annual Transportation Meeting will be held on April 9 at 10:30 a.m. at the Sna...
The Southern Cove Power Reunion met on Thursday, April 4 at 6 p.m. More than 35 members attended the meeting and were enthusiastic about the group’s upcoming events. The secretary and treasurer report were read and accepted as read. A discussion took place on the Spring Plow Day and Tractor Show which is on April 20 with the rain date being April 27. The show will start about 9 a.m. and plowing demonstrations will take place. There will also be a Tractor Parade with the Tractor Pull starting at 4 p.m. Weigh-in is at 3 p.m. All size tractors a...
Boy Scout Troop 358 held a fundraising event at the Martinsburg Fire Hall on Saturday, March 23. Pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee were provided for a donation. Troop members were eager to talk and serve folks who came to enjoy this breakfast and support the cause. The boys helped serve and clean up while socializing with the attendees. Three troop members welcomed everyone at the door. They had a table full of baked goods. This included Easter cookies, brownies and cakes. A donation allowed the...
Woodbury Borough Council met at the Woodbury Community Center on March 4. One person from the community attended. The mayor was not present. Barb Wilt gave the treasurer’s report. The borough has a balance in the General Fund of $109,537. Rounds are being made by the mayor as requested by Shawn Claycomb to make sure ordinances are being followed. Rita Miller committed to being appointed as auditor. Caroline Shank was appointed as Judge of Elections. Briana Weist and Sharon Graybill agreed to be appointed to Inspector of Elections. A d...
The Southern Cove Power Reunion Club met on March 7 in the clubhouse with 29 attending. The group was very enthusiastic about planning the 2024 season. Joe Teeter discussed insurance for the club and answered questions. Teeter said that event insurance is hard to get because of the many different events, but also because there are many protocols that must be in place. Teeter said the club has had an “outstanding record” in safety and this is one reason the club can continue to get insurance. Insurance costs increased about 20 percent over las...
Stylish Fashions located at 908 Spruce St., Roaring Spring, opened for business in November 2023. Owner Susan Knisely has sold fashions on eBay for over 23 years. She also had a store about 12 years ago in Roaring Spring. Knisely has always been interested in fashion and decided to open this store selling new and used items. Used items are accepted and bought by appointment only. A variety of clothing and shoes can be found in many sizes. T-shirts can also be made to order. Saturday event sales...
The Southern Cove Power Reunion met Feb. 1. Tractor and gun raffle tickets are being sold. Those interested should contact any club member. Additional electrical work was completed in the museum building. With the new shelving and flooring, the building will be better set up for equipment displays. May 18 will be the member banquet, held on the grounds. More information will be released in the newsletter and at the next meeting. June 29 will be the club’s tractor ride. More information is forthcoming. The club is always looking for members a...
A well-known and loved Cove restaurant closed its doors forever on Jan. 21. What was known for 44 years as the Creekside Inn was originally called Bull Snyders and The Red Lantern. Original Creekside owners Nancy and Ron Brumbaugh purchased the property near East Freedom at 3059 Everett Road in 1980 and Nancy renamed it the Creekside Inn. The establishment’s fish tank was always noticed and commented on. Nancy tells the story of how a woman came in to the restaurant who sold fish tanks. B...
Stylish Fashions, located at 908 Spruce St., Roaring Spring, opened for business in November 2023. Owner Susan Knisely has sold fashions on eBay for more than 23 years. She also had a store about 12 years ago in Roaring Spring. Knisely has always been interested in fashion and decided to open this store selling new and used items. Used items are accepted and bought by appointment only. A variety of clothing and shoes can be found in many sizes. T-shirts can be made to order. Saturday event...
The Woodbury Borough met on Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Woodbury Community Center. President Shawn Claycomb led the group on the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and then called the meeting to order. The expenditures and treasurer’s report was given by Barbara Wilt. There was no mayor’s report given, no SCJMA report, and no Woodbury Area Community Center report given, as the council was not provided any. The next BCAM meeting will be March 22 at 7 p.m. at the Bedford Legion. Claycomb provided an update on tar and chipping that is to be done on low...
The South Woodbury Township Board of Supervisors organization meeting took place at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2. Nominations were made for chairman, vice-chairman, secretary, teasurer and auditor. John T. Hileman Jr. was voted chairman; Rick Musselman as vice-chairman and Jay Claycomb as supervisor. Rachel White was voted secretary and treasurer. The auditor chosen was Ritchey, Ritchey and Koontz of Martinsburg. Wages were set for the new year, with the secretary-treasurer position receiving a $1 per hour increase. Donations were provided to the...
The monthly meeting of the Southern Cove Power Reunion was held on Jan. 4 at 6 p.m. Fred Mellott opened the meeting with a pledge to the flag followed by a prayer. Secretary Melanie Clapper read the secretary’s report and it was approved as read. The treasurer’s report was read by Amy Mellott and approved as read. There were 228 hook-ups at the last tractor pull in October. A new stove was donated by Lynn Merrill for the kitchen. Raffle tickets are being sold for the 2024 fall show for a tractor and other prizes. McCoy’s Lawn and Garden is pr...
A larger-than-last-year’s spectacular light show took place at the Southern Cove Power Reunion’s grounds in New Enterprise this December. More than 30 light displays were placed by area businesses, FFA chapters, and friends of SCPR. Ballots were given and folks were asked to vote for their favorite display. The first night was pajama night so folks could come in their PJs. Santa was in the clubhouse for photos, along with the dairy princess and some hot chocolate and cookies. Wagon rides wer...
