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Penny N. Mountain, 74, of Martinsburg, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021, at UPMC Altoona, after a long battle with Lymphoma. She was born April 1, 1947, in Roaring Spring, the daughter of the late Irwin Paul and Doris Jean (Swoope) Neterer. She married Paul V. Mountain May 18, 1968. She is survived by her husband; three children: Shawn Mountain and wife Angela of Ambler, Inga Mountain and husband Marcus Travitzki of Landsdale, and Dane Mountain and wife Missi of Blandon; and five grandchildre...
Peggy Lou Ferry, 89, of Roaring Spring, formerly of Woodbury, passed away July 17, 2021 at home. She was born Jan. 7, 1932; daughter of the late John F. and Stella (Morgan) Snyder. On Feb. 14, 1992, at the Mt. Pleasant UCC she was united in marriage to Joe Herbert “Herb” Ferry; he preceded her in death Oct. 30, 2016. She is survived by a brother John L. Snyder and wife Nell. She was preceded in death by her sister Barbara Henry. Peggy was a class of 1950 graduate from the Woodbury High School and member of the St. John’s Reformed Church in Lo...
Charles G. “Chuck” Shriver, 80, of Bakers Summit, passed away peacefully Monday evening, July 12, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Sept. 16, 1940, in Roaring Spring the son of the late Mary Shriver. He married Susan Shriver Sept. 11, 2018, in Winchester, Va. He is survived by his wife; a stepson, Richard Burket and wife Sherry of Hollidaysburg; a granddaughter, Deanna Hoenstine and husband Paul of Claysburg and their daughter Haileigh; a sister-in-law, Mona Shriver of...
Legislation introduced by Rep. Kate Klunk, R-Hanover, to combat elder abuse was approved by the Senate late last month and later signed by the governor. Under Klunk’s bill, House Bill 1431, posting pictures of care dependent individuals without permission will be graded as a third-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. Now named as Act 49 of 2021, it was part of a package of four bills aimed at protecting seniors from scams, neglect, or being taken advantage of. “Over the past few years, there hav...
Libre’s Law, the anti-cruelty law (Act 10) that strengthened the protection of animals, went into effect in late August of 2017. Since then, over 25,000 animal abuse offenses have been filed statewide – 54 percent of which were for neglect of an animal. Among some of the changes to Pennsylvania’s previous animal cruelty laws include stricter tethering regulations, harsher penalties for certain animal abuse offenses and the requirement that anyone convicted of an animal abuse offense forfe...
Get your folding chairs ready! Live music in Hollidaysburg has returned with free outdoor concerts provided by the Hollidaysburg Borough, Hollidaysburg Arts Council, Hollidaysburg Community Band and the Altoona Symphony Orchestra. Live concerts kicked off Thursday, July 15, with a concert in the Downtown Live concert series. It was held on the Diamond in Hollidaysburg with the sounds of local classic and Southern rock band Bone Jacked. Next, the Arts Council will bring Uptown Jazz to Canal Basin Park Sunday, July 18, at 7 p.m. (rain date: Aug....
Did you hear the good news? If you’re a parent or a single, low-income worker, more historic relief is on its way to your bank account. From July 15 through the end of the year, most families with children under 18 will receive between $250 and $300 per child, per month. This is because the American Rescue Plan, passed by Democrats in Congress and signed into law by President Biden this past March, helps families by expanding the Child Tax Credit (CTC) for 2021. Also expanded for 2021 are the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), which benefits c...
COVID-19 forced mass layoffs at many companies, which of course did not help 2020 graduates looking for a job. And now, a year later, a recent study ranks the state as one of the nation’s best employers for new graduates. The study found factors such as internship programs and job flexibility are helping attract young talent in Pennsylvania. This, after the Governor’s Office says it is working to make application processes more convenient for people on the hunt for commonwealth jobs. The Forbes study put together a list of the best com...
A citizen should be proud of the area they live in, and to be proud of it, they must know the history of how it came to be and appreciate that said history. While it’s true that much of what happens throughout our lives and the people we meet during it get lost in the complex pages of time and history, our quaint town of Roaring Spring has a past that shouldn’t be forgotten. What I’ve learned about this charming place in south-central Pennsylvania is a history that, while short in comparison to other places across the country, is cente...
The latest trends in agricultural technology and equipment will be on display at Penn State’s Ag Progress Days, slated for Aug. 10-12 at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center at Rock Springs in Centre County. With nearly 500 commercial and educational exhibits, as well as numerous field demonstrations and workshops, there is plenty for spectators to see, according to Jesse Darlington, Ag Progress Days manager. Exhibitors cover virtually every product category, including field machinery, milking systems, animal genetics, storage str...
Herald of July 23, 1896 The Pennsylvania Railroad station was entered when burglars cut a hole in a window shutter and slipped the bolt. The money drawer of the ticket case was opened, but there was no money in it. A hole was bored in the door safe, but the burglars did not succeed in getting it open. In the wareroom a box of shoes consigned to C.A. Black of Clover Creek was opened and several pairs stolen. The tool house a short distance from the station was forced open and the tools taken that were used to gain entrance to the station. Blair...
Herald of July 22, 1971 The water shortage at Spring Cove Junior High School was discussed by the designers of the school, the school board and Roaring Spring Borough Council, but no solution to the problem was found. Severe winds accompanying a thunder storm caused damage to trees and gardens in Martinsburg area. James Weyant, 3, son of Mr. And Mrs. James Weyant of Martinsburg RD 2 was in Mercy Hospital with a compound fracture of the right leg suffered when he was struck by a truck in the East Freedom area. Burglars hit four business places...
Herald of July 22, 1921 Aug. 4 was the date for the big Morrisons Cove Memorial Picnic. Committees were enthusiastic about the planned athletic features, speakers and music furnished by the Woodbury, Salemville, Williamsburg and local bands. A big chicken and noodle dinner was planned to satisfy the hunger of many patrons. Patriotic displays and decorations, bunting and flags were requested throughout to add to the gala event. Woodbury was preparing for its second annual picnic on July 30 in the Keagy grove south of town. A program of...
Herald of July 18, 1996 Roaring Spring Rotarians Daniel Over and John Hoover were recognized as Paul Harris Fellows. Williamsburg Borough Council learned that a $20,000 grant had been approved by the state for improvements to Riverside Park. The park received considerable damage from flood water in January. By a split vote of Roaring Spring Council, the borough would put up $20,000 toward a platform canopy and platform floor repairs at a railroad station. Daniel Lee Gregory, son of Pastor and Mrs. John Gregory of Leamersville Grace Brethren...
Herald of July 25, 1946 Speedy action by a threshing crew and prompt response by the Martinsburg Fire Company prevented a possible loss of more than $25,000 when flames enveloped a straw stack beside one of the largest barns in North Woodbury Township owned by Elwood C. Imler near Henrietta. Two hard storms passed over the central Cove bringing heavy rain. A lightning bolt hit the corner of the garage at the Oren Whetstone home in Martinsburg. The largest plane to be used for sight-seeing trips since the airport was built at Martinsburg...
Herald of July 21, 2011 An old, unpaved, seldom-used alley is again causing concern in the borough of Martinsburg. The alley runs parallel to South Market Street from West Allegheny Street two blocks to West State Street. The block-long stretch of the alley from West Penn Street to West State Street is not paved and for most of its length is grass-covered. A few dozen feet of the alley leading from West Penn Street has gravel on it and is used by at least one resident to access a garage. The Roaring Spring Borough will be buzzing with...
The illustration shared during worship this week was a whimsical story about ducks (which can be watched by going to www.newenterprisecob.com) that reminded me of my own duck experiences. Last year we raised a group of white Peking ducks. They grew up healthy and happy and upon adulthood they transitioned themselves down to the creek to live. There they remained all fall, winter, and into spring doing whatever ducks do all day. But this spring the geese showed up. A pair of Canadian geese moved...
First a church, then a cafe, then a church again! Woodbury Borough’s 134 Main Street is changing hands. Currently Woodbury Cafe, it’s soon to be Grace Communion Woodbury, a congregation of Grace Communion International. Grace Communion International Pastors Brad and Marlene Reed couldn’t be happier. “It’s all grace,” said Pastor Brad. “From start to finish, Grace. We delve into the Word and show God’s amazing love for us. Just as we are. Just where we are. Grace.” Marlene said, “Not to let...
It has been said, “The Church began on the Day of Pentecost.” That could make sense. Two of the main ingredients were present: Sinners in need of salvation and The Holy Spirit Who could guide them through it. The first need was for the sinners to come to an experience of conviction. That is part of the job description for the Holy Spirit. He convicts of Sin. He can use many methods. This time it was the preaching of Peter. It can also be through the reading of Scripture, through dreams and vis...
St John’s United Church of Christ, 117 E. Julian Street, Martinsburg, was closed to worship due to COVID-19 concerns during the 2020 Advent/Christmas season. For this reason, the congregation will celebrate Christmas in July Sunday, July 25, 2021. A time of worship including special readings and carols will begin at 9:15 a.m. Non-perishable food items will be collected for the food bank. In addition, bottled water and Gatorade will be collected and distributed to local fire companies. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this s...
NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE APPLICATION The Martinsburg Municipal Authority intends to request a Categorical Exclusion under the State Environmental Review Process for the project area associated with the Lock Mountain Lead Joint Waterline Replacement Project as part of an application submitted for federal financial assistance with the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). The scope of work generally includes replacement of lead joint waterline between Martinsburg Borough and the Lock Mountain water distribution system stora...
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is seeking projects that strengthen the state’s competitiveness of horticultural specialty crops and combat food system shortfalls associated with COVID-19. Proposals, due July 30, 2021, are for the special allocation of the federal Specialty Crop Block Grant (SCBG) Program, which is administered by the state. The federal Specialty Crop Block Grant Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service. Under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, Congress awarded nea...
I was on vacation last week to Horseheads, NY and as my mom exclaimed when I got back - “thank goodness the cook is back.” Of course, I had to deliver this past weekend with two delicious recipes to go with our cookout on Sunday. And now, I get the weekly privilege of sharing these recipes with you. BLT Macaroni Salad Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 3 Tbsp. chili sauce 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. sugar 3 cups cooked elbow macaroni 1/2 cup chopped tomato 2 Tbsp. chopped green onions 3 cups shredded lettuce 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Dir...
Reggie and Leslie Lower, owners of the Lower Trail Creamery, attended the Williamsburg Municipal Authority’s July meeting on Wednesday, July 14. Their property was one unit, but with the ice cream stand, it was bumped to two units for water and sewer. The owners came in and asked for it not to be billed as an additional unit. Stiffler-McGraw engineer John Clabaugh said this was not the first time something like this has occurred. “Some properties have multiple uses for multiple spaces,” said Clabaugh. Stan Grove made a motion for it to be on...
The dairy industry is big in Pennsylvania and a local farm wants the community to understand it. The third annual Sundae Funday was held at Mill Hill Farms in Williamsburg from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 18. Attendees had the chance to get educated on the dairy industry while also getting free ice cream. Amanda Biddle and her husband own the farm. The idea for Sundae Funday came to them when they realized how much of a bad reputation the industry got. "We wanted to show the community where thei...
When many in Williamsburg hear the name Elizabeth Frederick, one thing that comes to mind is softball. Yes, "Liz" Frederick is a standout on the softball field, but what many do not know is that Frederick is also on the verge of starting her own floral business in her free time. The 2021 Williamsburg graduate credits Williamsburg Ag teacher and FFA leader Robyn Bechtel as one of her mentors in this endeavor. She was also inspired by Roots in the Cove. Frederick is the daughter of Kim and Aaron...
St. John’s Reformed Church of Loysburg will hold a one-week evening Vacation Bible School for children of the church and community beginning Sunday, Aug. 1. Hours will be 5:30 to 7:40 p.m. through Thursday, Aug. 5. Bible lessons, snacks and games will be provided each evening. Parents, grandparents and friends of children attending VBS are invited to a closing program in the church sanctuary beginning at 6 p.m. Aug. 5. The evening will close with refreshments for all. The theme of the VBS is “Mystery Island -- Tracking Down the One True God...
In March 2020, the onslaught of COVID-19 suddenly and dramatically changed the routines of our lives. From the way we shopped for groceries, educated our kids, went to work, or worshipped, adjustments had to be made as officials frantically searched for ways to mitigate the spread of the virus. As efforts to reopen the world from the pandemic’s grips continue, the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown have announced that the exemption from the obligation to attend mass on Sundays and Holy Days has been lifted. According to a statement released by B...
Research conducted by scientists in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences has led to the creation of an online tool that can help predict seasonal egg hatch for spotted lanternflies. The spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect from Asia, was discovered in North America in Berks County in 2014. The pest since has spread to at least 34 Pennsylvania counties. It also has become established in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia and West Virginia. PestWatch...
This column was originally published in the July 21, 2016, edition of the Herald. The young Clover Creek farmer knew before he checked his rain gauge that nothing measurable would be in it, but he looked anyway before he turned the tube upside down. One drop fell out. Meanwhile, the corn stalks in the field curled their leaves for protection from the beating sun and to preserve what moisture they could. That describes the weather for last week. We try to shift our work times into the cool of...
Everyone enjoys the pool on a hot summer day....
Hunters eager to see if their 2021-22 antlerless deer license has been awarded might need to wait a little longer than usual. The new licensing system now used to issue all hunting licenses, including antlerless licenses, has experienced slowdowns during peak sales periods – one of which began Monday, when Pennsylvania residents were able to apply for their first antlerless deer license. That means it’s taking longer to issue antlerless licenses. The Pennsylvania Game Commission is working with NIC Inc., the vendor that operates the new Hun...
"Rich, I've noticed you don't write columns about spots where you fish," a reader of "The Sportsman's Corner" recently observed. "People would really like to go fishing in some of your special spots. Don't you know how to write these kinds of columns, or are you just selfish about where you fish?" I didn't think long before answering. "You're right," I told her. "I learned long ago that writing about good fishing spots was detrimental to the fishing. More people fishing specific places often res...
The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced today that troopers confiscated $19,601,549 worth of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamines, and other illicit drugs in the second quarter of 2021. From April 1 through June 30, PSP seized 306 pounds of fentanyl and more than 285 pounds of cocaine, both with a combined street value of $11.1 million. Troopers also seized 167 pounds of methamphetamines and 22 pounds of heroin from Pennsylvania communities. State police also collected 910 pounds...
Pennsylvania’s number of vaccinated residents shrank by more than 500,000 last week after the state revealed it counted some doses twice. The discovery came July 9 when the Department of Health said more than 11.3 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine had been administered, down from 11.8 million the day before. The figure reflects vaccination rates in 66 of the state’s 67 counties. Maggi Barton, a department spokesperson, said that staff has been working to connect first and second doses with residents, so duplicated data was removed from its...
On July 7, Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding called for proposals for projects designed to increase consumer awareness of Pennsylvania agriculture products and increase sales and exports. The department will award up to $303,000 in matching funds to PA nonprofits to reimburse up to 50 percent of costs for promotional and educational projects. Prioritization will be given to projects that improve food security in the commonwealth by improving access to nutritious food. “The strength of Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry is in...
Dane Noel and Mike Keith begin the process of making another batch of craft beer mixing grain and hot water Saturday, July 17, at the Spring Dam Brewery....
To help reduce the amount of hazardous waste in our homes, waste stream and our water supply, the Intermunicipal Relations Committee (IRC) will hold its annual Blair County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Friday, July 23, from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, July 24, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jaffa Shrine. Please note the location change from prior years. Pre-registration is required. Please go to www.ircenvironment.org for more information. There is no charge to register. Tickets are not required to enter the event, so please...
To boost the Pennsylvania dairy industry, legislation allowing milk processors more flexibility with dating products was recently passed by lawmakers and signed by Gov. Tom Wolf. Act 62 of 2021, introduced as Senate Bill 434, will allow milk processors to use a “best by” date instead of “sell by” date, as recommended by the Dairy Future Commission. For Pennsylvania milk to compete with milk processed in other states, producers can request a “best by” or “sell by” date later than the current 17-day milk code. The change in milk date coding was...
Brandon Smith of Martinsburg does some maintenance work on a building housing The Milk Barn Monday afternoon, July 19....
Two of the National FFA Organization Scholarship recipients come from the Williamsburg FFA Chapter for the 2021-2022 school year. The chapter's first recipient is Elizabeth Frederick (left in the photo below), daughter of Aaron and Kim Frederick of Williamsburg. She was awarded a $1,000 Fastline Media Group Scholarship and will be using these funds to further her education at Akron University in Ohio to study business. Elizabeth was a 2021 Keystone Degree recipient and recently served as the...
Though it has been two decades, one local man was able to combine his love of art with his love of the outdoors. Brian Ford is an artist from Martinsburg that is a part of HBF Outdoors LLC. His work mainly focuses on the Huntingdon area, with some featured landmarks including Raystown Lake and Juniata River. Art became a significant part of his life from a young age, he said. "When I was a little kid, I would draw characters from the Sunday comics. By high school, I got my electives done early...
In conjunction with the 175th anniversary of Blair County, the Blair County courts are also celebrating the milestone birthday. A special free event will be held July 27 at 3 p.m. in courtroom one and is open to the public. According to District Court Administrator Janice Meadows, there will be a celebration commemorating the date of the first court case in Blair County. Senior Judge Jolene Kopriva will be presiding over the event. She says that the ceremony will include admission of new...
On Saturday, July 17, two local 501 c3 Veteran's charity organizations combined forces to provide assistance to local veterans during these times of uncertainty. The Marauders MC and SPC Chad A. Edmundson Memorial Foundation hosted a cornhole tournament to raise funding for area Veterans. Despite the rain, many participants showed up to support the cause. Throughout the showers, games were played, and lasting bonds were formed. Both organizations are completely run unpaid volunteers. The...
Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that the second batch of payments under the American Rescue Plan Act’s (ARPA) Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery program has been sent to qualifying Pennsylvania municipalities. Overall, Blair County was allocated $23,663,855. In the Cove, the Borough of Williamsburg, Woodbury Township, Freedom Township, Roaring Spring Borough, Taylor Township, Martinsburg Borough, North Woodbury Township, and Greenfield Township received payments. Williamsburg received $61,597, paid on July 7. Woodbury Township r...
Three people escaped their burning Frankstown Sportsman Road home in Hollidaysburg on Friday afternoon, July 16. According to the Geeseytown Fire Company, the call came in around 5:15 p.m. for a report of a fully involved fire at 139 Frankstown Sportsman Road with initial reports of entrapment. Thirteen fire companies responded to the three-alarm fire at the home belonging to Don and Tracy Wyatt and their son, Ryan. According to reports, Tracy, Ryan, and a woman were in the home when the fire...
The Woodbury Borough Council met on July 6. Minutes were presented, reviewed and accepted. The borough has completed all the necessary paperwork to receive COVID-19 funds. This will amount to $27,000 being given to the borough over a two-year time. The council was concerned about the recent fire on Main Street and the loss of the town post office. They would like to recommend that the new post office is relocated to the Woodbury Area Community Center, which would bring revenue to the building, is handicap accessible, and has ample parking....
While donors across the country have rolled up a sleeve to give this summer, the need for blood and platelets remains crucial for patients relying on lifesaving transfusions. The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage and donors of all blood types – especially type O and those giving platelets – are urged to make an appointment to give now. Right now, the Red Cross needs to collect more than 1,000 additional blood donations each day to meet current demand as hospitals respond to an unusually high number of tra...
Martinsburg Volunteer Fire Company's annual ox roast was held Saturday, July 17....
The Bedford County Historical Society, in partnership with Howard Hanna Bardell Realty, will be hosting its 250th Anniversary Race on Saturday, Oct. 2 at Shawnee State Park. The race lengths will be a 10k run and a 5k walk/run. It takes place during the first weekend of Fall Foliage. The entry fee is $35 for the 5k walk/run and $45 for the 10k run. Race entry applications can be found at the Bedford County Historical Society, 6441 Lincoln Highway, Bedford, Pa. and at the bedfordpahistory.com website. The first 100 sign ups for the race will...
