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This is part one of a series of stories about notable people who once called the Cove their home. Steel Magnate Charles M. Schwab, began his career as an engineer in Andrew Carnegie’s Steelworks. He was promoted often, including to the positions of General Superintendent of The Homestead Works in 1887 and General Superintendent of The Edgar Thomson Steel Works in 1890. Born February 18, 1862, in Williamsburg, Schwab, at the age of thirty-five, became president of The Carnegie Steel Company. I...
The Friends of The Martinsburg Community Library are currently holding two fundraisers. Now through October 21, they are selling certificates for half gallons of Ritchey’s ice cream. Orders are being taken at the library or see a Friend. Certificates are $6.75 each and will be available for pick-up on Nov. 8. The certificates can be used for up to one year and make great stocking stuffers. The Friends will also be selling Bedford Candy beginning October 8. Orders can be taken at the library or see a Friend. This sale ends November 22 and o...
This year, a new book club started at the library. Next month, on October 28, we will be discussing “The Shining” by Stephen King. We are welcoming new members. Craft classes are starting up again as summer is over and the children are in school. Time to work on some fun projects. We will be making homemade cards on October 14. We will feature the Iris folding technique and rubber stamping. On November 11, we will be making Christmas trees out of tomato cages. On December 12, the Blair County Conservation Department will offer the popular fre...
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. Thursday, October 3 Homewood’s Annual Fall Bazaar 10 am - 4 pm Givler Cultural Center Friday, October 4 Homewood’s Annual Fall Bazaar 10 am - 4 pm Givler Cultural Center, Martinsburg Homewood’s Yard Sale 2309 Cross Cove Road, Martinsburg 8 am - Noon Saturday, October 5 Williamsburg Church of the Brethren First Annual Apple Festival 2-6 pm 529 W 3rd St., Willi...
You may have missed it. Last Sunday is when summer officially ended and autumn began. One thing that some people will miss about summer is being in or on the water. Folks love fishing, swimming, boat rides, cruises, or just sitting and looking at the ocean or a lake. I did not get to any major bodies of water this summer. However, I did see several beautiful waterfalls in the Great Smoky Mountains. On one hike, my son and I climbed over some slippery rocks to get a closer look at the stunning falls. As we navigated the plunge pool to return to...
If you’re applying for a job, you would be ready to explain what you bring to the table – what skills, what experience, or willingness to learn or character that shows a high level of commitment, etc. Last week when we began to think about the first of the Beatitudes (derived from a Latin word for blessing) which is “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:3), we noted that being poor in spirit is a basic characteristic of all who follow Jesus because we admit we are not good enough the way we are nat...
Dunnings Creek Friends Meeting (Quaker) will present the Autumn 2024 event in th “Still Listening” guest speaker series on local history on October 20. Local author Kevin Mearkle will discuss his recent book The Underground Railroad in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. Bedford County has a lot of information on the local Underground Railroad movement due in part to the numerous local newspapers and the high level of literacy among the people. The geography of this mountain-and-valley region was a major factor leading significant numbers of fre...
For more than 30 years, the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer has united communities in the nation’s largest movement to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. This year, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Central PA will take place on Sunday, October 13 at Peoples Natural Gas Field - home of the Altoona Curve, providing a supportive community for breast cancer survivors and metastatic breast cancer thrivers, caregivers, supporters and families alike. The registration and sign-in starts at 12:30 p.m., t...
Have you ever felt miserable because you were hot, sweaty, dirty and maybe even itchy? It may have been because you have been really busy and worked very hard with garden, yard, or some other kind of work. Well, that may be the physical counterpart of your emotions when you are guilty of something. The Holy Spirit may be convicting you of some wrong (sin) you have committed. You may have said or done something harmful to a friend, neighbor, stranger, or even God. Just as much as you need a...
Breast cancer affects millions of individuals each year. The World Cancer Research Fund International reports that breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women across the globe, affecting roughly 2.3 million women each year. Despite the global prevalence of breast cancer, various organizations report high five-year survival rates, particularly among women whose cancers are detected in the earliest stages of the disease. In fact, a 2023 study published in the journal BMJ found that the risk for dying from breast cancer in the fiv...
Events like National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Susan G. Komen® MORE THAN PINK Walk® have been integral to raising awareness about the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women across the globe. Though such campaigns and events have helped many women better understand breast cancer and their own risk for the disease, certain myths surrounding breast cancer persist. Such myths are not harmless and can, in fact, lead to unsafe outcomes that jeopardize women’s health. Questions about breast cancer should always be directed to a physician....
Budget Workshop Catharine Township will be holding a Budget workshop on October 10, 2024 at 7:00 PM at the Catharine Township Municipal Building located at 1229 Recreation Dr., Williamsburg, PA. Abandoned Vehicle The following abandoned vehicle will be sold at public auction at Walter’s Auto Wrecking, 403 Walter’s Lane, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10am. 2016 GMC Station Wagon, VIN 1GKS2BKC4GR294728 NOTE: There will be a minimum bid and the title will be branded Formerly Abandoned. For more information, Call 814...
Isn’t it funny how recipes or food around a table can just bring back memories for some? For me, eating with and enjoying the company of the people I love – those memories always stay. Two months ago, a family friend, Mason Weidig, was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident. My mom and I were reminiscing about Mason and how he always called her “Tootie” and I was thinking about Mason, as I usually do daily now since his death. For those of you who were not blessed to know Mason, he was som...
The Williamsburg Girls’ Volleyball team held their Senior Night festivities before their game with Southern Huntingdon on Thursday evening, September 26. The four seniors honored were: Scotlyn Barroner, Abby James, Samantha England, and Eleanor Brubaker; the team also honored Coach Marina Brubaker who will be handing the reins over to a new coach following the end of the season. Coach Brubaker led the Lady Pirate volleyball team for six seasons. Scotlyn Barroner Scotlyn is the daughter of V...
A little known area outside of Williamsburg, tucked away near Short Mountain in Catharine Township, is an area called Point View. For the next few weeks, we are going to dive into the history of this area, but first – I wanted to ask, what are some memories the readers have of this quaint little village? Here is what a few had to say: Elise Eastep: Mrs. Waddington lived in the castle (what I called it), and I spent a lot of time there in my younger years. She was an amazing woman – taught me how to crochet and how to upholster furniture. Bec...
The Blair County Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 17 at the Roller Hojeth Memorial Library, 431 Scotch Valley Rd. The speaker will be current President, Jim Snyder, who will be giving a presentation on the Altoona Area forgotten cemeteries. The meeting is free and open to the public. The library is handicap accessible....
Julia Ritchey of Central High School has been crowned District 6 Class 2A singles champion after beating Central Cambria’s Marley Ratchford in straight sets 6-3,6-2. Ritchey created a big turnaround from last season when she dropped a heartbreaking final match to Ratchford in three sets. “Her biggest turnaround from last year’s loss to Ratchford would have to be her mental game,” Ritchey’s coach Shaun Coppersmith said. “She’s always hit hard and had a good serve. After losing in the title mat...
Three adults were displaced after a fire broke out at a home in Greenfield Township last Friday before noon. Chip Eckard, assistant fire chief of the Greenfield Township Volunteer Fire Company said the fire which occurred at 763 Bedford Street, was called in around 11:35 a.m. by a passerby who saw smoke coming from the structure. He said when his crews first arrived on the scene, the front right bedroom was involved in flames and there was black smoke coming from the window. Eckard said they...
Herald correspondent Eric Shields and Cove resident Byron Smail both received awards from The Blair County Historical Society at its Heritage Hall of Fame Awards Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 26 at The Casino in Lakemont. Shields received the Preservation of Blair County History award for his "They Came From Blair County" books, which talk about the achievements of Blair County residents. "I was in the hospital when I got the news that I was getting the award, so it was a nice pick me up," he said....
Pennsylvania’s fiscal 2024-2025 budget contains historic investments in education based on a new formula intended to more fairly distribute funding among school districts. Rural school districts in particular have been hard hit by underfunding, relying on local tax increases and supplementary funding to deliver services. The changes stem from a Commonwealth Court decision in February 2023 which ruled Pennsylvania’s school funding system unconstitutional and in need of reform. Local school district administrators agree that the new formula hel...
Robert Louis "Bob" Korona, 90, of Martinsburg, passed away Thursday morning, Sept. 26, 2024, at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Roaring Spring. He was born July 23, 1934, in Pittsburgh, son of the late Louis Wade and Lois Burnham Korona. On June 22, 1957, he married Sylvia J. Smith in Tionesta, and she preceded him in death Jan. 25, 2024, following 67 years of marriage. He is survived by three daughters: Linda L. Korona of Parma Heights, Ohio, Katherine L. Cason of State College, and Lisa J....
Long-time Anchorage, Alaska resident Merle H. Mountain, 83, died Sept. 13, 2024, of cardiac arrest at Providence Hospital. Merle was born Sept. 2, 1941, to Oro F. and Dolly R. (Reighard) Mountain, in New Enterprise. In 1960, Merle graduated from Northern Bedford High School, and then enlisted in the United States Air Force. Merle is survived by his son Dale Mountain of Baltimore; his brothers Paul Mountain of Martinsburg and Wilbur (Marian) Mountain of Palmyra; his life partner Jan Sgroi of Anchorage; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was...
Alexys Tomlinson, a freshman at Claysburg-Kimmel High School is the first student to swim for the district. "I have always loved swimming - I have always enjoyed the water," she said. Tomlinson's journey started when her mother Tiffany Tomlinson told her about swim practice at the Hollidaysburg YMCA for eight and under. "I said yeah we should go," she said. "My first practice went so well, I was so happy, and I loved it. I didn't want to stop and just wanted to keep going back." Tiffany said...
PA CareerLink Blair County will be holding a job fair with over 100 employers for various industries on Wednesday, Oct 9 at the Jaffa Shrine in Altoona from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will early access for veterans at 9:30 a.m. to thank them for their service. This is a chance for people to meet face-to-face with employers where they are seasoned professional, just entering the workforce, or considering a career change. Over 60 employers are hiring for a variety of roles and many are willing to interview on the spot. There is no cost to attend....
Blair County Sheriff James Ott thinks that there needs to be more done about the battle with the fentanyl epidemic. He said that they are starting to make changes. Talking about his experience with the fentanyl problem, Ott said that he is in a unique position because he wears two hats. With his profession, it is a struggle every day that they see the increasing battles on the street with the abuse and the opiate addiction that they have. “We see that battle,” Ott said. “We watch family members turn themselves inside out trying to save loved...
On November 5, 2024, we have the privilege of voting for leaders in our nation. Are you registered to vote or are you among those who say, “I don’t vote?” Please don’t squander this right and responsibility you have as a citizen of the United States to vote for qualified candidates. You may think you are not voting, but in reality you are voting because you are allowing others who support abortion and gay marriage to have more influence. Since we are blessed to have a government of the people, by the people and for the people, we have the res...
We are 20-year residents of Martinsburg, having moved here from Houston, Texas to join our daughter’s family. From the beginning we were impressed with the well-maintained houses and buildings of Martinsburg, especially the old Methodist Episcopal Church at 202 Market Street built in the mid-1800s. Over the past two decades the abandoned church has been an antique store, a resale shop and recently the Restored Grounds Coffee shop. The coffee shop owner renovated the termite damage, plumbing and HVAC system. She recently closed the shop and h...
Father Caspian feels out of place wherever he is placed. He feels he is not your typical priest and he may be right. When we meet the somewhat less than zealous priest, Father Caspian has just been sent to run the Sister Mary Margaret Mission for Those Experiencing Homelessness. Father Caspian seems to be lacking in every way regarding initiative when it comes to the priesthood. Or life, for that matter. He just can't seem to get it right. He says the wrong thing, upsets the wrong people, none...
Some of the Herald’s readers may know that I am also an author. I have written two books entitled “They Came From Blair County” volumes one and two. The books talk about people who have come from the area who have done notable things whether it be in sports, entertainment, business or politics. I am currently writing volume three. I am also working on “They Came From Bedford County” and “They Came From Cambria County”. Volume three is due out next year with the Bedford and Cambria County books due out within a year or so after that. I am al...
Herald of Oct. 2, 2014 The public is invited to come to the Claysburg Area Public Library and visit its new young adult area. The Martinsburg Municipal Authority moved a little closer to absorbing the Curryville Water Authority (CWA) at the MMA’s September meeting. Although nothing has been made final, the discussion among authority members and the authority’s advisors indicated that the MMA will be taking over Curryville’s water system. The Blair County 4-H Lamb Chops held their annual Cooking Contest on Sun., Sept. 7. All members were prese...
Herald of Oct. 7, 1999 The historic Royer Mansion on Route 866 north of Martinsburg will be the site of a ghost story session from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16. Sonja Hinish of Williamsburg RD 2 placed first overall in the women’s division of the St. Francis College Cross Country 5K run Saturday, Oct. 2, Immergrun Golf Course, Loretto. New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co. in Roaring Spring was among the five companies inducted into the Blair County Business Hall of Fame. The reconstruction of four area at-grade railroad crossings will cause some t...
Herald of Oct. 3, 1974 Miss Anamae Smith, a news writer at the Herald, talked on the subject of communication to the ninth grade English classes taught by Mrs. Margaret Smith at the Spring Cove Junior High School. The fourth annual Cavalcade of Bands will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, at the Roaring Spring Athletic Field. Sponsoring the field competition for the seven competing high school bands are the Central High School Music Parents and Radio Station WKMC. Darryl W. Brumbaugh formally opened his campaign for General Assembly last...
Herald of Oct. 6, 1949 The Woodbury Athletic Association is planning a banquet to honor the Woodbury Baseball Team, which ended in fourth place in the Bedford County Baseball League this year–their first in the league. The Williamsburg Beagle Club will stage its fifth American Kennel Club Sanctioned Plan “A” Field Trial on October 15th and 16th, according to an announcement made by James Felten, club president. Martinsburg Girl Scouts held their first meeting for the year on Wednesday evening of this week. The troop this year numbers 40 girls...
Herald of Oct. 3, 1924 The site selected for the new consolidated school building brought dissatisfaction from a number of North Woodbury Township citizens. In a lengthy letter submitted by E.I. Burget, a committee member, the biggest objective was unsatisfactory drainage for a children’s playground. Speaking against the election, one farmer summed up the plot: “Would make an excellent hog wallow in the spring of the year.” More opinions were solicited from taxpayers for future publication. Restricted water use was still in effect with sprin...
Herald of Oct. 6, 1899 Miss Katharine Munson of Altoona accepted the position as head nurse at the sanatorium. She was a graduate of the Norristown Training School and post graduate of the New York Polyclinic Hospital. Miss Munson was to make the training school of the Sanitorium complete. A charter will be obtained so as to grant diplomas. Prof. Croft was planning to open a music store in the old post office room in Roaring Spring, selling instruments from pianos to mouth organs. At Larke, John M. Sorrick’s pet fox ran off and residents w...
The Northern Bedford Panthers beat Tussey Mountain 30-14 in a great game. Player of the game: Ben Clark who had 11 carries for 92 yards and one rushing touchdown. Play of Game: Aidan Pittman's 70-yard rushing touchdown to put the Panthers on the board first. Unsung Hero of the Game: Special Teams Unit as Aaron Bowers had a kick return. Next week, Northern battles Meyersdale at Panther Community Stadium on Homecoming night....
Central Cambria’s Jonathan Rivera was involved with every goal scored for his team as Central Cambria downed the Central boys’ soccer team 4-1. Rivera scored on two unassisted goals and assisted on his team’s other two goals. Central Dragon coach Josh Bridenbaugh said his team played their best game of the season, and narrowly missed some strong scoring opportunities. He gave his goalkeeper Noah Davis credit for making a number of strong saves during the course of the game. Central played the entire game with only 11 players and were unabl...
Claysburg's l-r Payton Hinish, Ava Dibert and Jayme Acker celebrate a point during an away match with Northern Bedford County Tuesday, Nov. 24....
The Central High School Marching Band participated in Bandfest at Tussey Mountain High School on Saturday, September 14 along with several other area school districts. Band Director Gabrielle Swackhamer said there were 65 students who attended along with Assistant Director Dan Drumm, and Band Front Advisor Erica Coppersmith. "When we were there, we watched other bands perform their halftime shows, and then performed ours for them," Swackhamer said. They played their warm-up tune "Ashes" by...
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...
The Claysburg-Kimmel High School has planned their homecoming parade and football game for Friday, Oct. 11. The events are tentatively scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. with a parade. The parade will start at the Claysburg Area Community Park before moving south onto Bedford Street and then making a right onto Oakdale Avenue. The parade will conclude at Athletic Road. Prior to the football game, the visiting band and the Claysburg-Kimmel band will each perform their halftime shows. The alumni band will be on the field for the playing of the...
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding invites Pennsylvanians to carve out some time for family fun, while supporting a Pennsylvania pumpkin farmer. Purchase a PA-grown pumpkin and make it your canvas for creativity in the PA Preferred® pumpkin contest, PA Pumpkin Palooza: Where Gourds Go Glam. “Pennsylvania has a pumpkin patch around every corner and a farmer producing the best quality products on the market,” said Secretary Redding. “Take time this fall for some fun on the farm and pick a PA pumpkin to express your creative support for Pennsy...
