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Sharon L. Webb, 74, a resident of The Village of Morrisons Cove, formerly of Williamsburg, passed away Wednesday evening, May 24, 2023, at the home. She was born March 19, 1949, in Hollidaysburg, daughter of the late Chester K. and Helen P. (Koch) Richardson. On July 19, 1969, she married Frederick W. Webb. He preceded her in death June 15, 2011. She is survived by three children: F. Wayne Webb (Robin) of Perry, GA, Mathew J. Webb (Angie) of Williamsburg, and Laura M. Long (Terry Jr.) of...
Richard Blaine Pollard (Rich), 60, of Danville, died suddenly on Friday, May 19, 2023. He was a kind and thoughtful soul and will be missed and remembered by the many lives he touched. He was born Aug. 27, 1962, in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Clyde F. Pollard Sr. and the late Judith A. Pollard. After Blaine graduated from Central High School in 1980, he went on to study at the University of Pittsburgh. After graduating with a degree in architecture, he enlisted in the...
Jack A. Long, 92, of Hollidaysburg, died Wednesday evening May 24, 2023, at Cedarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Tyrone with his beloved wife by his side. He was born Jan. 24, 1931, in Bloomfield Township, Bedford County, a son of the late Harold and Ida Bell (Keagy) Long. He married Donna Faye McCracken and together they shared 68 years of marriage. He is survived by his wife, Faye; four children, son Greg A. Long (Denise) of Hollidaysburg, daughter Gay L. O’Dellick (John) of Altoona, son Gary W. Long of Altoona, and daughter J...
The next place was the Dewey Kauffman barn. Dewey often permitted me to come and see a newly born sheep or something new he got. They had a walkway from the barn to their house with rose harbors for the entrance to their side door. They did not use their front door nor did I ever see anyone go in their house except through the side porch. Mrs. Florence Kauffman would sometimes have me take a one hundred dollar bill to Curry Supply to pay their feed bill. That was a big responsibility and I was...
“The Shadow of the Wind” by Carlos Ruiz Zafon is the first in his Cemetery of Forgotten Books series. In it we meet the protagonist Daniel Sempere the son of an antiquarian bookseller. On the morning that Daniel awakes in sad realization that he can no longer remember the face of his mother; Daniel’s father initiates him to the Cemetery of Forgotten Books. There Daniel is instructed to find a find a book to “adopt” as his own. Hidden there within the labyrinth of shelves, Daniel finds a book tha...
And just like that, a year has passed! Though the Herald’s anniversary of moving to Morrisons Cove Memorial Park was in May, June 1 is the day we officially cut the ribbon at our new location. In our first year here, we have enjoyed the joyful sounds of children at the park, welcomed many walkers-by into our office and settled into our new space. Our only complaint: squirrels are chewing wires and messing with our internet. Worth it. This photo includes (front row, from left) Chamber Ambassador...
Herald of June 2, 1898 A flag measuring 8 by 14 feet in size made by Miss Anna Bolger was raised on a mammoth pole at the “Delta” where South Market and Locust streets meet in Martinsburg, as part of the community’s Memorial Day celebration. A procession to the cemeteries preceded the flag dedication At the cemeteries the impressive ceremony of decoration according to the ritual of the Grand Army of the Republic were gone through. Two small children of Mr. Samuel Hanley of East Sharpsburg wounded a large black snake, measuring six feet. They...
Herald of June 7, 1973 Five teenagers were arrested by state police and charged with painting traffic signs in the Southern cove with the letters “CHS” and “Class of ‘73” All five were from the Roaring Spring-Martinsburg area. They were referred to juvenile authorities. Three teachers were retiring from the Spring Cove School District at the end of the term. They are Mrs. Pearl McNally and Mrs. Celia Diehl, elementary teachers, and Mrs. Virginia Long, a home economics teacher at the junior high school. An Altoona Area High School girl was...
Herald of June 8, 1923 In the afternoon on May 30th, H. C. Dick and daughters Sarah and Arlene, S. H. Slick, daughter Mattie and granddaughter Thelma Slick, met at the Lower cemetery and cut and gathered and burned brush until night, which made the place look as though someone still lived who has not forgotten that indirectly they received land and money that some of the people who rest there left of their savings to those who are yet living to enjoy. Frederick F. Himes of Roaring Spring died suddenly on Tuesday evening. He had been in poor...
Herald of June 11, 1998 The Spring Cove School Board voted to prohibit skateboarding and rollerblading on school property by a 8-1 vote. Dorothy Hershberger cast the lone “no’ vote, arguing that the school district should provide a safe place for skating and other activities for young people. The board formed a committee to look into finding a safe place for such activities. William Cramer, founder of the Williamsburg Heritage and Historical Society, organized an event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Williamsburg Community School Dis...
Herald of June 10, 1948 Plans for the $595,000 fund raising campaign for the long-awaited Memorial Hospital of Bedford County were officially announced this week by the Board of Directors. Paul I Detwiler, president of the board, announced that Lesley Blackburn would be General Chairman of the building fund campaign. The Agricultural Extension Office of Bedford County recommends spraying empty bins and granary passageways with a 5% DDT oil spray to control insects that attack stored grain. A ten percent DDT dust rubbed down into the bristles...
Herald of June 6, 2013 Ed’s Riverside, owned and operated by Edward Barszczowski since 1975, announced the store was closing due to declining sales since shoppers started patronizing nearby “superstores’” for the cheaper prices. Manager Dave McConahy said “Everyone wants a local store, but not everyone supports it”. The Claysburg-Kimmel girls’ softball team won its third District 6 Class A title in five years with a 6-5 victory over Southern Huntingdon. The team won the opening round of the playoffs by defeating Burgettstown. Reverend Char...
That Jesus had people on his mind as he prayed just before his arrest is not surprising. This prayer in John 17 is sometimes called the high priestly prayer. Jesus is our great high priest which in basic terms means he is the one that represents us before the Father. He does that, not only in prayer, but by virtue of going to the cross to pay for our sins so we would have access to God the Father. So, with the cross and its suffering and shame approaching, Jesus’ mind goes from his desire to glorify HIS Father to those disciples he had just s...
Jesus talked a lot about giving. Often He was talking about giving to God. But sometimes, He spoke about charitable giving. Once, He and his disciples sat in the Temple and Jesus observed what people were putting into the box that was for charity to the poor. A poor widow came to the box and put into it two mites. A mite was the smallest minted coin at the time. Jesus pointed out this gift to His disciples with the word of commendation that “She has put in more than they all because … she has pu...
Note: There are three Cove graduations left to go (Central and Northern Bedford, today; Claysburg-Kimmel, Saturday). These prayers are for graduates or for those who want to pray for a graduate. Dear Lord, As I look toward the future Bright hope conducts this prayer, For I know the plans You have for me Were wrought with divine care. Holy Spirit, lead me. Let me run at Your command, Yet be still and know that You are God When trouble is close at hand. Your Word will be a lamp for me, A guide to light my way, A solid place to set my feet, A...
Gracious and caring God, our source of light, we ask for your almighty hand to be upon these graduates as we send them forward. With their classes and grading now complete, may they strive toward excellence in all they do. With the applause quieted, may they celebrate and lift up those around them. With the speeches concluded, may their voices rise up to pronounce peace and justice in the world. With the fanfare ceasing, may they find bliss in future endeavors and adventures. with advanced degrees and credentials in hand, may their...
Storage Sale Due to nonpayment of storage rent and fees, all property of Jackie Hess, 1130 13th Ave., Altoona, PA 16601, stored at Freedom Junction Self Storage, East Freedom, PA will be sold on June 13, 2023, at 10 a.m., at Freedom Junction, East Freedom, PA. SPRING COVE SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that the Proposed General Fund Budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 is available for inspection on the District’s website at www.springcovesd.org/Business/ If an individual is unable to access the Proposed General Fund B...
Gas prices are two cents lower in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.676 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. This week’s average prices Western Pennsylvania Average: $3.676 Average price during the week of May 22, 2023: $3.690 Average price during the week of May 31, 2022: $4.701 The average price of unleaded self-serve gasoline in various areas: $3.696 Altoona $3.744 Beaver $3.700 Bradford $3.520 Brookville $3.711 Butler $3.667 Clarion $3.510 DuBois $3.671 Erie $3.737 Greensburg $3.725 Indiana $3.712 Jeannette $3....
The "Flower Committee" annually beautify Martinsburg. Kneeling (from left) are Joyce Hoover and Sheila Charlton. Standing (from left) are Linda Smith, Linda Hileman and Cathy Feather. These dedicated ladies annually plant, weed and water flowers in several spots around Martinsburg. Flowers were donated by Brubaker's, Piney Creek and Spring Farm greenhouses....
Jonah Clinich, 8, of Hollidaysburg (above) had success hunting for morels throughout May with his grandfather John Clinich (below) of Roaring Spring and father Josh Clinich of Hollidaysburg....
I am always in the mood to talk about graduation. Let it be known that 17 years ago, I walked those same hallowed halls one last time in Williamsburg as a student, and came out an alumni. This inspired my question for the week: what advice would you give to this year’s senior class? Here is what a few residents had to say: Stan Grove: “Have fun.” Drew Appleman, Jr.: “Give your best and be kind to all.” Judy Miller: “Be yourself. Have respect and don’t be afraid to say no. Be strong and do what’s right, be truthful.” James Gibboney: “Life i...
The Zion Lutheran Church hosted baccalaureate exercises for the Williamsburg Class of 2023 on Sunday, May 21. Following the entry of the graduates, Pastor Matt Roberts of the Williamsburg United Methodist Church told the students in attendance, "just remember - wherever life takes you - to college, to a trade school, to a job, to the military - or just backpacking through, you are each Blue Pirates, and Children of God." Liliana Neri read the First Reading (Jeremiah 29:11-13); Abbie Merritts...
On behalf of the Williamsburg High School Prom Committee, students (from left) Emma Bratton, Luke Uplinger, Andrew McMonagle, Billie Harnish, Claire Carper and Chloe England presented Chief Travis Prough (third from left) of Williamsburg Volunteer Station 90 with an $1,000 donation for helping out with the mock accident on May 1....
Stiffler McGraw Engineer Jon Clabaugh talked about estimates following last month’s discussion of sewer replacement in Robeson Extension. Clabaugh said the cost estimates were “high” and that they included using a two-inch line. Estimates totaled $46,000-64,000, the higher total soliciting grinder pumps, too. For the extension to reach the remaining two residents on the same side as existing customers, the cost estimates were $85,000-$120,000. Daryl Cole made the motion to advertise for bids for the sewer line to Everhart property in the Exten...
On Saturday, May 27, 2023, officers of the Blair County DUI Task Force made their presence known locally by conducting a DUI roving patrol. The following results are from the detail: • 66 Individual contacts • 43 Warnings issued for vehicle violations • 5 Citations issued for vehicle violations • 1 DUI Arrest • 4 Misdemeanor Drug Arrests • 2 Wanted persons apprehended...
The Cambria-Clearfield-Blair County Beekeepers will meet in Cambria County on Saturday, June 3, at 11 a.m., at the residence of Bernie and Anne Svidergol in Ebensburg. This is queen field day. This is an indoor gathering. Bring a lawn chair and protective clothing. Bring food to share. No fee charged. Need not be a beekeeper to attend. For more information, please call (814) 472-7637, or email pigeonflyr@verizon.net....
As the final days of the school term approach, it seems a good time for the history lovers among us to reflect on how education and schoolhouses in particular used to be, not just 50 years ago, but a century ago. As the people who built the schoolhouses and attended classes in the tiny structures have long ago passed away, we feel especially honored that the folks at the Blair County Genealogical Society provided us with a copy of an article which ran in the Altoona Mirror on Oct. 26, 1948, spelling out the history of the eight-sided...
Shown are the April Students of the Month for NBC Middle School: (From left) Grade 6 – Bristol Barton, daughter of Andrew & Melissa Barton; Asher Reffner, son of Jeremy & Amber Reffner Grade 7 - Braden Hinkle, son of Brian & Ashley Hinkle; Yasmin Miller, daughter of Keith & Fyline Miller Grade 8 - Kitt Reininger, daughter of Brody & Abby Reininger; Gavin Jessee, son of Shawna Jessee & Jeremie Jessee (missing from photo)....
The Claysburg Area Public Library received a moon globe to display in the library. The moon globe was donated by Mr. and Mrs. F. Don Freeburn. Mr. Freeburn is a retired Engineer/Aerospace Technologist who worked at NASA during the Apollo missions. Mr. Freeburn attended the Earth to Moon exhibit while it was in Claysburg and spoke of his experiences while working on the Apollo missions. Blair County Conservation Department will hold its Turtle Talk on June 8 at the library. The program will be he...
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and Highway Safety Network (HSN) are urging motorists to keep traffic safety top of mind when behind the wheel this holiday weekend, and all summer long. The agencies are working with municipal police departments and other safety partners across the commonwealth to participate in the National "Click It or Ticket" (CIOT) Enforcement Mobilization running now through June 4. "Seat belts save lives," said PennD...
For the fifth year, a weekend of fun, camaraderie, and fly fishing brought together veterans of the Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing Program and volunteers from the Fort Bedford Trout Unlimited (FBTU). This event, called the Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing Weekend by FBTU, is treasured each year. The event began in 2017 and was held annually until Covid postponed the event for two years. The event was resumed in 2022 and took place this year on May 19, 20, and 21. Veterans of Project Healing Waters are welcomed to Bedford County each...
Our minister recently preached a series of sermons entitled “Marked by God.” One of the themes of these sermons is that we are marked by God to make a difference in the things we are involved in. For me, that includes fishing and hunting ethics. I like to think I have made a small difference in fishermen’s attitudes. I often subtly refer to catch-and-release fishing as a major ethical consideration that today’s fishermen use to help maintain healthy populations of gamefish. I also hope I have made a small difference in anglers’ attitudes...
In partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Blair County Emergency Management has kicked off the 2023 tick and mosquito surveillance season. While most insects provide beneficial effects, such as being part of the food web or acting as pollinators for plants, ticks and mosquitoes can become a biting nuisance or — more importantly — transmit diseases that can make you sick. Each week the Blair County Emergency Management Agency Vector Control Specialist collects environmental samples of tick and mosquito pop...
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Pennsylvania Courts released an infographic highlighting data from the state's mental health courts. In 2021, 64 percent of all discharged participants graduated successfully from these treatment programs and among those graduates, there was a 113 percent increase in employment. Mental health courts link key justice system officials with leaders in the mental health system to divert offenders with severe mental illness into a...
Conemaugh Health System announced the recipients of the prestigious 2023 LifePoint Mercy Award; Tammy Topar, Brianna Sheeder, Marah Yachere, and Ashley Balamuta, each chosen for going above and beyond for their patients, their hospitals, and the communities they serve. “Their hard work and dedication to providing compassionate, quality healthcare to individuals across the region exemplifies the mission behind LifePoint and Conemaugh Health System of Making Communities Healthier®,” said Rodney Reider, Market President, CHS. The Mercy Award is a...
Softball The third seeded Lady Dragons faced the second seeded Juniata Lady Indians in the district six AAA semi-finals. A 6-0 loss will now end the Dragons' season. Early on in the game, the Dragons gave up a mere three runs to the Indians in the bottom of the first. The score for a majority of the rest of the game would remain the same until the bottom of the sixth inning, where the Indians added another three to their total to solidify a loss for the Dragons. The Dragons attained a mere two h...
The 2023-24 Bedford County Dairy Promotion Team has been crowned. • Bedford County Dairy Princess – Rachel Bowman • Bedford County Alternate Princess – Olivia Diehl • Junior Royalty Team Dairy Maid – Emily Dennis Dairy Maid – Kylie Guyer Dairy Miss – Paisley Perrin Dairy Miss – Raelyn Miller Little Dairy Miss – Abygail Sweinhart...
MAY Rebekah Disney Parents: Krystal & Michael Disney School Activities: Marching Band Section Leader; National Honor Society Vice President; Foreign Language Club Vice President, Student Council; Concert Band Hobbies/Interests: Dance; Peer Responders Liaison; Youth Group; Cove Cause for Cancer Committee Honors/Awards Received: Congress of Future Medical Leaders; Society of Torch & Laurel; National Society of High School Scholars; College Board Big Future Ambassador; Second Chair at Region Band...
Nearly two dozen licensed amateur radio operators will arrive at The Shawnee Valley Fire Department's Picnic Ground in Schellsburg the weekend of June 24 as the Bedford County Amateur Radio Society (BCARS) participates in the ARRL Field Day Exercise. Using emergency power and portable antennas, these licensed "Ham" Operators will operate their high frequency (HF) and VHF equipment under simulated disaster conditions at the fire company picnic grounds in Schellsburg. There will be several...
The Claysburg Area Public Library will kick-off its Summer Reading Programs on June 15 with African Drummers. The theme of this year’s Summer Quest is “All Together Now.” The library will take the children on an educational trip around the world. An emphasis will be that people are different and we need to respect one another and appreciate the differences. Each week for six weeks, a different continent will be presented showing cultural differences. June 22 will feature Asian countries. June 29 will cover Australia. July 6 will highl...
ABOVE: Julia Guyer, 11, of Martinsburg, wished everyone a Happy Memorial Day as she waited for the parade to march down South Market Street on its way to Fairview Cemetery during the VFW Post 43 Memorial Day service. TOP LEFT: State Rep. Jim Gregory (R-80) accompanied Jane Fagans, Jean Sinal, and Tammy Hunter of the D. Merl Tipton Auxiliary to their place leading the parade. BOTTOM LEFT: Linda Smith, Martie Gilbert, and Ruth Marshall stop at the Civil War Memorial at Morrisons Cove Memorial...
A Claysburg man will spend six to 15 years in state prison for causing the death of his brother in 2021. Bedford County court records show that Larry M. Claar, in a plea agreement with the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office, pleaded guilty on May 26 to a first-degree felony count of voluntary manslaughter in exchange for the negotiated sentence. Felony charges of first- and third-degree murder and aggravated assault along with misdemeanor counts of tampering with evidence and abuse of a corpse were dismissed. Claar was charged in July 2...
By RICK BOSTON Staff Writer As he closed out his address at Martinsburg's Memorial Day Service at Morrisons Cove Memorial Park, Rep. Jim Gregory (R-80), looked out at the veterans, adults, and children seated in the ballroom of the park's building and asked them to not lose sight of the true meaning of the day. Echoing a message that was relayed at thousands of Memorial Day gatherings across the country, Gregory implored everyone to "never forget the enormous cost of a free and undivided...
Thursday, May 25, Northern Bedford County High School hosted a mock accident sponsored by the Southern Cove Volunteer Fire Company, the Southern Cove Ambulance Service, and the Northern Bedford County SADD Chapter. The purpose of this event was to make students think about drinking, driving, personal safety and the responsibility of mature decision-making when their lives and lives of others are involved. A simulated traffic accident was staged on the school grounds. Participants had theatrical...
Central Baseball Coach A-J Hoenstine gives a well-done pat to Hunter Smith after Smith drove in two runs on a hit against Philipsburg-Osceola during a home playoff game Thursday, May 25....
Congressman John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13), announced Avery Kahun as the winner of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District. Avery's artwork will hang in the U.S. Capitol along with other winners from across the country. The artwork submitted by runners-up will be displayed in Congressman Joyce's offices across the 13th District. Avery Kasun of Central High School in Martinsburg, PA, submitted "Number 11" a charcoal representation of the Everett Railroad...
A smoldering pan and a confrontation with police earned a Williamsburg man a perp walk through town on Tuesday morning, May 23. According to the criminal complaint filed by Williamsburg Borough police, it was just after 7:30 a.m. when residents of an apartment building on the 300 block of E. Second Street flagged down an officer and told him there was a “smell” in the building. After arriving at the building, police determined the smell was something burning and that it was coming from the basement apartment occupied by Richard L. Lear Jr. Pol...
