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Even at a young age, Altoona native Jake Snyder was already showing his musical abilities. He taught himself to play the piano, and his father wanted him to play the accordion. Because the instrument was heavy for his age and size, Snyder’s mother would put it on a red wagon and pull it across town to his lessons. Piano playing came naturally to him. Snyder had a gift where he could hear a song and then he could play it. His wife Cheryl said that his whole being was in tune with music, and it w...
The Williamsburg boys basketball team had a perfect week with wins over Glendale, Claysburg-Kimmel and Juniata Valley to move its record to 8-4. In the Tuesday, Jan. 7 victory over the Vikings, Sam Parks led four Blue Pirates in double figures with 18 in the 69-36 win. WHS, which won all four quarters, including a 24-7 showing in the second stanza, got 13 points from Ethan Reffner, 12 by Logan Brantner and 10 by Evan Zehner. Against the Bulldogs on Wednesday, Jan. 8, the Pirates once again came out ahead in all quarters, including a 12-point...
After 20 days off, the Central boys basketball team started the week with a heartbreaking overtime loss to Hollidaysburg (56-50) on Wedneday, Jan. 8 before responding with a convincing victory over Huntingdon (75-44) on Friday, Jan. 10 and a tight 65-63 win against Tyrone on Saturday, Jan. 11. In a back-and-forth second half and overtime which saw 12 lead changes, Hollidaysburg grabbed the lead for good with 3:15 remaining in the extra session. The Scarlet Dragons fell behind 9-3 after the...
State Representative Lou Schmitt officially launched his campaign for Blair County Court of Common Pleas Judge on Thursday, January 9. Blair County residents have urged Schmitt to return from his role in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in Harrisburg to serve as their judge. “I want to assure you that I have heard your requests and taken them to heart,” Schmitt said. “I am running for Blair County Judge, and I humbly ask for your support as I return home to serve all of Blair County.” Schmitt, a lifelong resident of Blair County,...
The Arc Blair County Events: Wednesday - Every Wednesday at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Line Dance All are welcome. Thursdays - Every Thursday at 6 - 7 p.m. Bocce Rain or Shine All are welcome. Saturday, January 18 Clothed by Grace Free Clothing Martinsburg Mennonite Church 300 Spring Street 10am - Noon Sunday, January 19 Southern Cove Volunteer Fire Company Turkey Dinner - Drive Thru Only Replogle Building 11 am - 1 pm $ Wednesday, January 22 Upper Claar Church, Claysburg Soup and Sandwich Sale Last day to order for Jan. 25 pick up Call 814-239-5449 and...
Isn’t it interesting how quickly the newness of a new year wears off? There’s always excitement leading up to December 31st, but January is the kind of month that is usually cold and dark in our area; and before long the new year kind of loses its shine. Thankfully we can keep looking to the Lord and recognizing that our hope is in him not in how we are feeling or how the weather is. Although the year isn’t so new anymore, I will begin a new series today going through highlights from the gospel of Mark. The four gospels have different empha...
Before Elon Musk made his presence felt in politics I started listening to his biography. One thing that struck me was his willingness to take risks. According to the biographer, Musk has been known to do things such as climb to great heights without so much as a safety helmet when visiting a SpaceX facility, eliminate redundant safety mechanisms on Tesla vehicles in order to eliminate expense, or spend $44 billion to buy a troubled Twitter. The people with whom he has surrounded himself often reflect the same philosophy of life. One night when...
I don’t know, of course, if you have ‘money troubles’. I hope you don’t and hope you won’t. I’m not a financial counselor but Scriptures do have things to say about money trouble. A primary teaching on the subject comes from Jesus’ words in His ‘Sermon on the Mount’, particularly St. Matthew 6:19-34. He tells us not to store up treasures on earth but rather to store them up in Heaven. He also encourages His listeners not to worry but rather to trust God. At least one reason for not storing u...
Mayor Richard A. Brantner and Chief of Police Kerry L. Hoover gave special recognition to Katelyn M. Hoover. On February 26, 2024, she took the oath before the chief justice and associate justices and officially became a member of the highest court in the United States. Both the mayor and the chief of police expressed their congratulations to Hoover on being admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States of America in Washington D.C. Pictured above from left, Chief Kerry L....
On January 6 at 9 a.m. South Woodbury Township Supervisors met for their 2025 Organizational Meeting. All previously filled positions were voted back in as the permanent positions for 2025 with no changes. Changes for 2025 were an increase in vacation time for secretary-treasurer and mileage reimbursement rate increasing to $.70. Fort Bedford Honor Guard will be given a donation. Tina Walter will be the Emergency Management director and Norman Reiff will be the alternate. John Hileman will be the emergency contact for wastewater operations and...
During their meeting last Monday evening, January 6, Williamsburg Borough Council announced that no letters of interest were received to fill the vacant council seat left by the resignation of Mike Biddle. Interested residents are encouraged to contact the borough for more information. Mayor Ted Hyle, during his report, praised borough employees for snow removal. Hyle also said the fire company will be getting two new trucks; a new tanker and a used truck from Saxton. Following a meeting with PennDOT last month, it was announced that the...
After having it's game against Glendale postponed on Monday due to the winter storm, the Williamsburg Lady Pirates basketball team had just one contest for the week. On Thursday, Jan. 5, Juniata Valley rolled into town and the Lady Blue Pirates used a strong second half showing to come away with a 49-31 victory. Williamsburg was ahead by just one (18-17) at the half before an 18-6 showing in the third quarter allowing them to pull away. Levada Gorsuch led all scorers with 18 points, while Regan...
Hometown Banners The Williamsburg Civic Club is once again sponsoring the Williamsburg Hometown Hero Banners. The applications are available in the borough office. The cost of a banner is $200. Please take original photos to the borough office to be scanned with application and payment. The deadline for applications and payment is Friday, February 28. Banners will not be ordered unless payment is received by the deadline. Farm Show Activities The Williamsburg Community Farm Show will be having a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, January 18 from...
This is the last part of a series recognizing the Veterans in our town and communities. There have been three special veterans in my family – my Uncle John who fought in Germany for the US Army, and my two grandfathers – Peter Speck who was in the Navy for World War II, and Carl Eugene Gorsuch, who was in the Army for World War II participating in D-Day. Shirley Kurtz-Flaugh: My father, Daniel Aurandt, served in the Calvary in the early 1900s. My husband, William Kurtz, served during the Korea Conflict. My brother, Ken Aurandt, served dur...
The Morrison’s Cove Rotary Club announced their November Student of the Month for Williamsburg. This month’s recipient was Samantha England. England is the daughter of Bradley and Julie England, of Williamsburg. In school, England is involved in WHS Lady Pirate Volleyball, FFA, Careers in Health Club, Creative Compassion and the National Honor Society. Upon graduation, England wants to attend Penn State Hazelton to get an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy....
For Sale 2014 Ford Explorer The Board of Supervisors of Greenfield Township hereby notifies all interested parties they are selling a 2014 Ford Explorer. The Explorer will be sold on the Municibid (www.municibid.com) site starting Monday, January 20, 2025 & ends Monday, February 3, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Bids will only be entertained on the Municibid website. We will review the results of the auction at our next public meeting Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at the Greenfield Township Building located at 477 Ski Gap Road, Claysburg, PA...
Superintendent Brian Helsel reported at the Clayburg-Kimmel School District Board of Directors Regular January Voting/Working meeting held on January 8, that their Safety and Security Grant for $114,103 had been approved with direct payment from the state. Two Security Resource Officers (SRO’s) will be paid from the grant. The Peer Buddy Club Grant for students in grade 11 and 12 who are interested in working with special education students would be part of this. Helsel spoke on the META lawsuit and the impact social media has had on the m...
Siblings Drew and Danielle Heltzel of Martinsburg had the opportunity to exhibit market turkey projects at the 2025 PA Farm Show last week. This was the first time that market birds were featured in the show line-up. The market turkey project was part of an effort to still feature the poultry industry at the PA Farm Show this year, despite the challenges brought forth by the spread of avian influenza in other parts of the United States. The project began 18 weeks prior to the Farm Show when 4-H...
Roaring Spring Community Library's board members attended Monday's borough council meeting to express concern about the borough's decision to eliminate library funding in 2025. In a letter presented to the council, the library board emphasized the critical role borough funding plays in sustaining the library's services and programs. The loss of funding, which constitutes more than 10% of the library's operating budget, could lead to a significant shortfall, further compounded by a decrease in...
The highlight of the Spring Cove School District Board of Directors Committee of the Whole meeting for January was the discussion over Policy 109 - Resource Materials. Superintendent Betsy Baker explained books would be purchased and shipped to the administration office, where board members would have 30 days to review them. She explained if parents have a concern over a book, there is a protocol in place for them to follow up on their concern. Parents express their concerns, then the book is reviewed by a committee which renders a decision....
A Williamsburg woman has been charged following a lengthy investigation into the death of her mother, who was under her care. Colleen Rose Sayegh, 37, was arraigned Wednesday by Magisterial District Judge Paula M. Aigner on felony charges of neglect of a care-dependent person and aggravated assault. She also faces misdemeanor charges of involuntary manslaughter and simple assault. Sayegh was sent to Blair County Prison in lieu of 10% of $100,000 bail. The investigation began in July 2022 after hospital staff at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center...
Chester Paul Gochnour, 87, of Martinsburg, passed away Jan. 12, 2025, at his home. He was born Jan. 28, 1937, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Chester and Gladys (Steele) Gochnour. On Oct. 22, 1958, in Hollywood, Md., he was united in marriage to Marilyn A. (Walsh) Gochnour, who survives. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; son, Daniel Gochnour (Carol); son, Stephen Gochnour; daughter, Tammy Hess (Tony); daughter, Cynthia Cook; son, Matthew Gochnour; daughter, Paulette Iskos (Billy);...
Jill Ann Clapper, 63, of Martinsburg, formerly of Hopewell Township, passed away Jan. 10, 2025, at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Roaring Spring. She was born Sept. 3, 1961, in Roaring Spring, daughter of Joseph H. Jr. and Dolores Marie (Batzel) Clapper. She is survived by her mother, Dolores M. Clapper of Martinsburg; brother, Eric J. Clapper (Maggie) of Hopewell Township; brother, Joseph H. Clapper, III (Christy) of Boalsburg; nephews, Seth Clapper (Allie) and Bronson Clapper (Hannah); niece,...
Gladys D. Hoffner, 93, of Williamsburg, passed away Sunday morning Jan. 12, 2025. She was born Nov. 14, 1931, along Clover Creek, in rural Williamsburg, daughter of the late James and Ruth C. (Marick) Laznik. On Sept. 9, 1974 she married Thomas J. Hoffner in Winchester, Va. He preceded her in death Aug. 8, 1987. She is survived by a sister, Ann (Laznik) Benitez; a sister-in-law, Janet (Domitrovich) Laznik; a niece, Sue Hetrick (Brad); four nephews: James LaPorta (Pam), Joe Laznik (Kerry),...
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Margaret M. "Peg" Walason of Williamsburg, Jan. 8, 2025, at the age of 92. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Richard B. Walason. Peg raised four children: Marie Sciulli (Giuseppe) of Pittsburgh, Shirley Saylor of Williamsburg, Judy Walason of Level Green and Jeffrey Walason (Angelique) of Alum Bank; 12 grandchildren: Anna Cassidy (Brian), Anthony Sciulli (Rosa), Veronica Boehm (Patrick), Julia Manfredi (Leon), Larry...
Many who drive through McKee in Woodbury Pike have probably noticed the work being done at 8493 Woodbury Pike. Thomas Frick, the real estate investor, said the project started about two years ago, and construction officially started in 2024. Everything is about finished and they will begin pre-leasing the spaces available in the building on March 1. "We picked the location because Woodbury Pike is very busy, and we liked the area of Roaring Spring," he said. Frick said the second floor has been...
Paula Aigner has declared her candidacy for Blair County Judge of the Court of Common Pleas. “Today, I stand before you fully aware of the complex legal challenges facing both Blair County and Pennsylvania,” Aigner said in a news release following her announcement. “I pledge to every family and citizen in Blair County that justice will be applied impartially and that victims will have the voice they deserve.” Aigner expressed her desire to use her extensive experience to safeguard Blair County families and uphold the rights and liberti...
During my early childhood, my entire family used the word “pookers.” Later, “passing gas” was the preferred terminology for the natural release of methane from one’s intestinal tract. Because of the fear of being murdered by our mom, no one ever thought of using the term “fart” in our home. Today, my apologies go out to her, because I’m sure she would not appreciate that I even typed and used that gross term in this story. Sugar alcohols: Also known as polyols Because my younger sister was a diabetic, the use of artificial sweeteners (whi...
A previous edition of the Herald featured a story about a group from the Cove who delivered donated hay, feed, fencing supplies, food, and other goods to needy families recovering from Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Since that trip, organizer Lila Sollenberger has continued to work toward their next trek south, which is slated for February 13. In addition, her husband Wes assisted with plumbing and electrical work when he revisited North Carolina last month. The bank account under Hurricane Relief/Lila Sollenberger at Hometown Bank in...
This photo was captured outside of the Herald office on Walnut Street at about 5:30 p.m. Now that it is January, the sunsets are getting later and later each day. Regardless of when, being able to see the colors of a beautiful sunset like this one are moments that I always treasure....
Herald of Jan. 19, 1900 A report circulated in Altoona that the Pennsylvania Railroad had purchased the Pressed Steel Car Company works at McKees Rocks, Allegheny County, and was preparing to move some of the Altoona shops to that location. The Herald commented that rumors like this had circulated before and that there was probably no truth to the report. Carrie Meyler Davison, who formerly served as a telegraph operator for the P.R.R. at Martinsburg, and later worked at the same capacity for the railroad in Wilkinsburg, died at her home...
Herald of Jan. 16, 1925 G.W. Gates was installed as master of the Clover Creek Grange 791. John Shelly, a past master, was the installing officer. Mr. Gates was the installing officer for new officers of North Woodbury Grange 1923 in a meeting at the IOOF Hall, Martinsburg. Installed there as master of North Woodbury was I.H. Benner. The Marimba Singers officially opened the Lyceum Course for this year at the D-Ford theater. A musical program from opera to the popular dance tune “What’ll I Do?” was presented to a capacity audience. A large...
Herald of Jan. 19, 1950 Two separate fires on Thursday, Jan 12, in the southern Cove resulted in $4,200 damage to two houses. The one story home of Kenneth Frederick between Waterside and Lafayettesville was destroyed by the time Southern Cove Volunteer Fire Company arrived at the scene. While Ralph Imler was at the Frederick fire, a blaze at his home started two miles east of New Enterprise. Mrs. Imler rescued the children from the room where the greatest damage was done and with the help of neighbors put out the blaze by the time her husband...
Herald of Jan. 16, 1975 Campbell’s billiard parlor on North Market Street in Martinsburg, closed its doors. The building was to be torn down to make way for construction of the Majik Market convenience store. Thelma Bergstresser, former administrator at Nason Hospital, was honored by staff and board members at an appreciation dinner Jan 8. at Chilcoat’s Restaurant. Mrs. Bergstresser who retired Jan 2, was succeeded by John P. Kinney. Adie Burk, 83, active member of the Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Company, was named Fireman of the Year and...
Herald of Jan.20, 2000 High winds roared through the Cove area on Sunday, causing some damage to a Roaring Spring restaurant and also knocking out power to some residents for several hours. The highest wind velocity record at the Flight Service Center at the Blair County Airport was 58 mph. Roaring Spring fire company was called to OIP in borough along East Main Street blew part of the roof oof the building and too electric lines down with it. An approximately 60-foot tree at Fairview Cemetery, Martinsburg, was blown to the ground. Part of the...
Herald of Jan. 15, 2015 Two Morrisons Coveteenagers were charged as adults in the murder of a 21-year-old Roaring Spring woman. Deauntay Dontaz Moye, 16, of Woodbury, and Ryan Hardwick, 15, of Martinsburg RR, students at Northern Bedford High School, both face a list of charges stemming from the recent homicide of Stephanie Michele Waters. The month of December was extremely busy for the Martinsburg Police Department, with officers primarily focusing their efforts on investigations of the multiple credit card frauds that hit the area in late...
The Claysburg-Kimmel girls got a hard-fought 33-32 win over Northern Bedford on Tuesday, Jan. 7 and then suffered a setback to Everett, 53-21, on Wedneday, Jan. 8 to finish the week 1-1. Tuesday's matchup with NBC was a doubleheader as part of the annual Sideline Cancer event where money is raised to help families financially while they're going through serious health-related issues. The two communities came together to raise $5,700 that will go to benefit the Hadley Reed and Anita Martin famili...
The Claysburg-Kimmel boys basketball team had a good week as it doubled the win total on the year and had a memorable individual milestone reached. Entering the week, the Bulldogs had just two wins, but after a 2-1 mark in three contests, their record now sits at 4-9. The wins came against Northern Bedford (44-41) on Tuesday, Jan. 8 and Fannett-Metal (62-48) on Friday, Jan. 10, while C-K lost to Williamsburg (75-48) on Wednesday, Jan. 9). Brayden Haney reached the 1,000-point mark for his...
Over time, I have made a number of nasty comments about cellphones. I have written that they are intrusive and that they serve few useful purposes. I have criticized my wife and my son for buying one for me and “urging” me to use it. However, I recently owe a debt to this cellphone. After the autumn turkey season ended, I had scheduled my much-needed knee replacement. The day prior to the surgery, I was scheduled to have bloodwork done. Every single phone call I received prior to the surgery reminded me: “Make sure you get the bloodwork done....
Unfortunately, the Central girls basketball team ended the week with an 0-2 mark with a 51-20 loss to Hollidaysburg and a narrow 45-40 defeat to Huntingdon. On Wednesday, Jan. 8, the Lady Scarlet Dragons fell down 19-9 after one, 38-16 at the half and then were held scoreless in the third while the Lady Tigers stretched the lead to 51-16 with 13 points. Dessa Boyles led Central with seven points. During the Friday, Jan. 10 loss to the Lady Bearcats, the Lady Dragons ended the third quarter with the game knotted at 34-34. However, Central was...
The Central High School wrestling team posted an impressive 5-1 record at the 2025 Claysburg-Kimmel Dual Meet Tournament. Central dropped their match to Huntingdon Area High School 49-21, but went on to down Tussey Mountain High School 66-11, River Valley High School 37-36, Meyersdale Area High School 48-24, Conemaugh Township Area High School 47-27, and host Claysburg -Kimmel High School 56-12. Bryer Mickel at 127 recorded 3 falls during the tournament, and Cody Clapper-152, Carson Mowery -114, and Joel Morris -133 notched 2 falls during the...
JULY Bedford County native Leah Shackley came up short in the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials at Lucas Oil Stadium.Shackley began Saturday night June 15 by competing in the women’s 100-meter butterfly. She finished sixth in her semi-final heat in 58.44 out of the eight competitors and did not qualify for Sunday night’s final. Shackley, swam in the qualifier for the 100 backstroke Monday morning June, 16. She finished ninth out of 16 swimmers with a time of 59.63.On Monday night in the semi-finals, she finished seventh out of 16 swimmers with a time of...
Augusta Stern, newly forced into retirement at age 80, does not know what to do with her life. At the urging of her niece, she moves to Rallentando Springs, an active senior living community in Florida. She knows her life is going to change, moving from her beloved home of Brooklyn to warm and sunny Florida, but the last thing she expected was a blast from the past! One morning, while swimming her regular laps at the pool, she is astounded to find her first love (and only major heartbreak) Irvin...
