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Northern Bedford football played a hard-fought game Friday night against Claysburg-Kimmel with a final score of 18-15, taking the Panthers’ record to 2-0. The Panthers’ defense started the game off strong forcing Claysburg to punt. NB scored first with an 11-yard pass from Vaughn Schleinkofer to Aaron Bowers for six points. At half-time, the game was tied up 15-15. The Play of the Game was Wesley Horsh’s 39-yard catch to set up the game-winning drive. Alex Kochara’s kick from the 20-yard...
The New Enterprise Township Supervisors held a bridge dedication ceremony for the 2080 Golden Rule Road bridge in New Enterprise, at 10 a.m. on August 22. John Hileman, the Chairperson for the Township Supervisors opened the ceremony. He said the bridge started as a water management project last summer. Keller Engineers designed and oversaw the permits and inspections. Guyer Brothers was the successful bidder for the project and built the bridge. There was also a ditch line along the field leadi...
Two local young ladies will be representing their counties at the 2024 Pennsylvania Dairy Princess Competition in Harrisburg on Saturday, September 21. Kaylin Ickes of Bedford County and Anna Longenecker of Blair County will compete in a variety of contests and showcase their dairy knowledge and presentation skills to a panel of judges during the event. Both young ladies are excited to share their story and message with the Cove. Next week's edition will include an interview with Ickes, and...
During the afternoon of August 29, a tornado briefly touched down in southern Blair County, leaving behind a trail of damage but causing no injuries or fatalities. The tornado, classified as an EF1, brought estimated peak winds of 95 mph and was on the ground for approximately three minutes. The tornado began at 4:17 p.m., just south-southwest of Roaring Spring, in Roaring Spring Township, near a motorcycle repair shop east of State Route 867. In this area, the storm reached its peak intensity, snapping or uprooting between one and two dozen...
The Altoona-Blair County Airport Authority is planning a project to extend the airport’s stormwater drainage system into a 48-inch culvert beneath Route 866, a state-owned road. The project is expected to cost about $500,000, with most of the funding coming from the American Rescue Plan Act. The airport authority convened a special meeting on Thursday after receiving approval from PennDOT to channel the system from a sinkhole located between the airport and Dowrick Drive to the culvert under Curryville Road. During the meeting, the authority t...
Jerry F. Adams, 70, passed away Aug. 25, 2024, at home. He was born Dec. 4, 1953, in Altoona, to Clyde "Jack" and Evelyn (Cruthers) Adams and had lived in this area since 1976. He is survived by his wife of 32 years Catherine, his sons Curtis Johnson of Pa., Mark Johnson of Pa., and Andrew (Randi) Johnson of Albion, N.Y., his sister Barb (Mel) Edmundson of Pa., his grandchildren Bailey, Addison, Hunter, Elliot, Eli, Aerilyn and one nephew Shaun (Jess) Edmundson. Jerry graduated from Penn State...
Nancy Kay (Clinich) Ashman, 82, of rural Williamsburg, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning June 16, 2024, at her residence. She was born March 9, 1942, in Roaring Spring, daughter of the late Matthew and Norma (Hall) Clinich. On June 17, 1963, she married John W. "Jack" Ashman in Virginia. She is survived by her beloved husband, Jack, of 61 years; three sons: John T. Ashman (Carmina) of La Paz, Mexico, Joel E. Ashman (Brigette) of Leesburg, Va, and Jason A. Ashman of Williamsburg; five...
Fred E. Decker, 71, of Roaring Spring, passed away Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at home. He was born Nov. 22, 1952, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Eugene L. and Mildred (Teeter) Decker. He married Lois Jean Pollard April 14, 1973, in Roaring Spring. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Jessica and Jennifer (Paul), two granddaughters, Maya and Tulsi, a sister Wilma Hengst, a brother Robert (Kathy) Decker, sister-in-law Kim Decker, brother-in-law Lemon Kurtz and several nieces and nephews....
Shirley J. (Hinkle) Shoenfelt, 96, of Martinsburg, formerly of Shippensburg, passed away Aug. 27, 2024, at the Village at Morrisons Cove. She was born Nov. 2, 1927, in Hollidaysburg; daughter of the late Donald E. and Minerva (Marlon) Hinkle. On June 23, 1948 in Winchester, Virginia, she was united in marriage to Howard J. Shoenfelt. She is survived by a daughter, Karen Diehl (James) of Hopewell; daughter, Jackie Roberts (Dan, deceased) of Aspers; son, David Shoenfelt (Kathy, deceased) of...
The 87th Hollidaysburg Community Farm Show will be held Sept 16-19. The Show will be held at the Hollidaysburg Senior High Sports Building on Montgomery Street. Special events: Contests for adults and children Tuesday thru Thursday. Wednesday: 4-8 p.m. “Ask the Master Gardener.” 4:30 p.m. The Golden Tiger Marching Blue Band will give a concert. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Silver Creek Ministries mini horses petting zoo. Thursday: 9 a.m. Allied Milk Producers 4-7 p.m. “Ask the Master Gardener.” Entries for the Farm Show will be accepted Sept 16, 5-9 p.m. an...
Youth participating at the Williamsburg Fair have spent hours working to raise their project animals in order to have them ready for fair time. Daily feeding, exercising and cleaning is a large part of what goes into having their animals in top condition. All the hard work for that year ends in the show ring. Each youth will showcase their animals to the best of their abilities. The animals have been washed, clipped and groomed to show off its best features. Along with the show, where the...
A Queen man is in custody after allegedly threatening a woman with a rifle during a dispute over belongings. Robert Lee Thompson, 41, was charged Wednesday by Magisterial District Judge Brian K. Baker with one misdemeanor count each of simple assault, terroristic threats, and reckless endangerment. Unable to post $300,000 bail, he was taken to Bedford County Correctional Facility. The charges arise from a reported domestic incident where officers were dispatched at around 5:06 a.m. on Aug. 28. While responding to the 100 block of Appletree Lane...
The Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Foundation is awarding more than $66,000 in scholarships to students for the 2024-2025 academic year. This encompasses awarding $36,000 to first-year Supporting Scholars, covering both the Emerging Leader Scholarship and the Presidential Scholarship. The College Foundation will also be awarding 20 scholarships (over $30,000 in total) to deserving students. Kaitlin Smith of Martinsburg is being awarded the Supporting Scholars-Presidental Scholarship....
Maples Ice Cream and Treats officially opened on June 1 of this year inside Leighty’s store in Newry. Greg Huber said the business got started with the idea of his daughter Briella Huber opening an ice cream and baked goods shop when she graduated high school. “However, when Leighty’s called me about the idea of putting an ice cream shop in the store, we just kind of ran with the idea,” he said. “We decided to start with the ice cream first because of the season. He has worked for Leighy’s about 30 years and was the the general manager for...
Labor Day, observed annually on the first Monday of September, stands as a testament to the social and economic achievements of American workers. Rooted in the labor movement of the late nineteenth century, this federal holiday serves as a reminder of the vital contributions workers have made to the nation’s strength, prosperity, and overall well-being. As the holiday marks its 130th anniversary this year, it’s worth reflecting on the rich history that shaped this significant day and how it has evolved over time. The Origins of Labor Day Labor...
Perly Dunsmore is the best thing to happen to Harlowe's people and their farmhouses since indoor plumbing. Or is he? They've got police deputies now instead of just the one policeman. Of course one was fine for the town for years, but they've got to move with the times. Crime is getting out of hand these days, what with the strangling that happened in the last year. The town of Harlowe is growing and prospering since Perly's auctions have started. A few townspeople see the outsider as trouble....
Herald of Sept. 4, 2014 The Central Scarlet Dragons will welcome Mountain League rival Tyrone Area for their home opener Friday, Sept. 6, at Roaring Spring Athletic Field. Although it’s been three weeks since the Central District Volunteer Firemen’s Association 2014 Convention ended in East Freedom, the dust has just now settled for the hosts – the Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Co. Fire company president and president of the central district Chuck Meckley said the convention was a “great success.” Northern Bedford overcame a shaky start to...
Herald of Sept. 9, 1999 The Central High School girls cross country team opened its season by capturing the championship of the AA division at the prestigious Big Valley Invitational Sept. 4 in Burnham. After three consecutive District 6 titles, coach Jerome Conlon should be used to outstanding performances, but this one had him whistling softly in admiration. Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge will be visiting in the Cove area next week, and he’s stopping by Pedal Power. After 43 years of service to its customers, Long’s Furniture Inc. of Roa...
Herald of Sept. 5, 1974 Williamsburg seems to be in the midst of a “Vegetable” crime wave, as gardens all over town are being robbed late at night when most folks are in bed. The Pennsylvania State Grange is asking for prompt action on the legislation, now in the Senate, that would provide a tax break for Pennsylvania farmers. Notice to men 18 years of age to register for Selective Service has been issued by Local Board No. 32, 615 Howard Ave., Altoona. Keith Michael, 17-year-old puppeteer from Claysburg, has just returned home after att...
Herald of Aug. 11, 1949 The public was invited this week to a sound moving picture at the Salem Evangelical and Reformed Church, Beavertown, at 8 p.m., Sunday, September 11. Martinsburg and Duncansville will decide the 1949 championship of the Blair County Baseball League, Saturday, at the Memorial Park diamond, after dividing wins in games last Saturday and Monday. Some 435,000 veteran-holders of so-called World War I insurance will receive special dividend checks ranging from a few dollars to several hundred dollars early in September,...
Herald of Sept. 5, 1924 From Sept. 5, 1974 and Sept. 9, 1999 Editions The first day’s enrollment at Morrison Cove High for the term beginning Sept. 2 was 117, exceeding by 29 the number enrolled the previous year. There were 58 freshmen, 66 sophomores, 25 juniors and 28 seniors. A joke from 50 years ago quotes Mrs. Fastleigh telling about her motor accident. – she ran down her husband. Her friend turned aside and said, “She’s been doing that for years.” The new Oldsmobile Six, the refined roadster of General Motors, had a selling price of...
Herald of Sept. 8, 1899 From Sept. 8, 1949, Sept. 5, 1974 and Sept. 9, 1999 Editions A few Roaring Spring scholars came to school without vaccinations, but the principal sent them to be vaccinated, and they all complied. Horse thieves were reported to be operating in some portions of Bedford County. Sweet cider was being retailed on the streets of Roaring Spring for 10¢ per gallon. Miss Della Kauffman of Yellow Creek was bitten on the foot by a copperhead. Her sufferings were great, but she was out of danger. J.S. Biddle purchased the...
Central Scarlet Dragons secured a 20-13 victory over the Somerset Golden Eagles on Friday, August 30 and overcame a slow start. Eli Muthler contributed to two Central touchdowns, while his teammate, Jay Hoenstine made eight receptions for 112 yards. “Our defense has been outstanding in the first two weeks,” Central Coach Jerry Albright said. “I challenged our linemen at halftime, telling them that if we were going to turn things around, it would be won in the trenches, and they stepped up to that challenge.” Central’s second-half began wit...
I think we endured more ninety-degree days this summer than I can ever remember. During these heat waves, I spent the bulk of my time in the air-conditioned “great indoors,” reading current thrillers or re-reading favorite fly-fishing books. Donna was hooked on the Olympics, but I watched very little of the televised coverage. Truth be told, I was just putting in my time till the weather finally moderated. When it did, I was able to resume trout fishing. However, I was extremely careful that I did not fish in streams where the water tem...
The Northern Bedford County girls’ soccer team notched three goals in the first three minutes of play and cruised on to an 8-1 win over the Tussey Mountain Titan girls. “Our girls were ready to play,” Panther Coach Marcus Yeatts said. “They played with great energy in the first half and did a great job pressing and winning the ball. Our team defense was solid, only giving up one shot in the first half. Our attacking players were really dangerous. They were flying to the ball and then were very unselfish in possession to create chances. We need...
The Northern Bedford Boys’ soccer squad moved to 2-0 on the season with a dominant win on the road over Forbes Road High School. The Panthers downed the Cardinals 8-1 with a strong five-goal second half. Dhylan Miller led the way with two goals and an assist, while Max Gochnour and Alex Kochara each notched two goals. D’Angelo Wojick notched a goal and two assists with Weston Hart adding a goal and an assist. Ben Steele, playing in his first start as a goalie, allowed only one goal. Coach Dan Oberman felt the team may have started a little slo...
On Thursday night, August 29, the Williamsburg Lady Pirate volleyball team played a home matchup against Mount Union. They moved their record to 1-2 with their win in three sets, 25-21, 25-17, and 25-14. Senior setter Eleanor Brubaker had 17 assists with teammate Maura Cresswell tallying five kills. Bella Strohmeyer brought in four kills and Brubaker brought in seven kills herself. Libero Scotlyn Barroner had 10 digs and teammate Raina Alexander brought in 12 as well. Service Points: Brubaker 14, Cresswell 13, James 11, England 9, Alexander 7,...
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Kevin Stiver, who authored “Glen White, PA: The Town that was Forgotten in the Alleghenies”, is preparing to release a new book called “Overcoming the Alleghenies”, on September 19. Stiver was only 14 when he wrote his first book and is now 16. The book is inspired by a book written by historian Fred Long in 1966, on the history of travel over the Allegheny Mountains, highlighting the Kittanning Trail, The Allegheny Portage Railroad, and The Pennsylvania Railroad. “I want to honor his legacy, a...
Students at Bright Beginnings had a mission to do a community service project while having fun. Bright Beginnings in Roaring Spring, is owned and operated by Stephanie Kensinger, of Martinsburg. The teachers of Bright Beginnings brainstormed ideas on how to get the students who varied in age from kindergarten to fifth grade involved in the Roaring Spring community. "We just wanted to show these students how to give back to the community – elementary students can help make the community a b...
The Arc Blair County Events: Every Wednesday at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Line Dance All are welcome. Every Thursday at 6 - 7 p.m. Bocce Rain or Shine All are welcome. Tuesday, September 10 and 24: Ukulele Class (always the 2nd and 4th Tuesday) Friday, September 6 JR’s Ag LLC. 2024 Cornfield Walk 217 Ivy Glenn Ln., Woodbury 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 10 The Friends of The Martinsburg Community Library Meeting at 6:30 at the library. All current and future friends are invited to attend....
Today I continue my series on quotations. If you have not liked this current series, please forgive me. And, read on because today’s quotes are all about forgiveness. I am grateful that my wife has not had to forgive me too many times. I certainly have had very few opportunities to need to forgive her. We have a loving relationship. When there is an issue, we seek to resolve it quickly and not let the sun go down on any anger or trouble. We realize that Jesus came so that we can be forgiven. How much more must we forgive those who trespass agai...
How does a person determine his/her identity? It is popular to identify ourselves by the type of work we do or by our family relations. And in recent history, there have been new and creative ways of expressing a sense of identity that never would have occurred to our parents. Is society’s understanding of identity evolving? King Solomon wrote in Proverbs 24:21-22, “My son, fear the Lord and the king; do not associate with those given to change; for their calamity will rise suddenly, and who knows the ruin those two can bring.” What is his p...
Affliction is a Biblical word meaning physical or mental pain or suffering testing a person’s ability to function. There are generally three root causes for affliction: Satan, God, and simply being human and living in a fallen, sin-cursed world. Satan uses affliction to try to get people to reject God as unmerciful and or see Him as not loving. Job would be the primary example here. Satan brought all kinds of afflictions on Job, to cause him to lose his faith in God. Through all of them Job never lost his faith in God nor his integrity. Job r...
The Southern Cove Power Reunion ground held the “Living God” event, on August 9-10. The event was hosted by a group of women from different denominations who call themselves “The well-watered women”. The last big tent revival for Bedford County was held in 1999 at the Northern Bedford High School in which two women in the group were saved at the age of ten. Friday morning, despite the rain, the event got off without a hitch. A huge circus-like tent held hundreds of chairs and kept the attendees dry. Despite the weather, folks were smiling...
Over 200 years ago in the Brethren Church, a man sported a beard to show that he was married. Present day, men at the Fairview Church of the Brethren were sporting beards during the 150th Anniversary celebration in mid-July, vying for the honor of Best Beard. During the second week of December last year, Pastor Alan Brumbaugh announced that there would be a beard contest during the church's anniversary celebration. The votes would take place via collections jars, and the one collecting the most...
Those unable to attend Blue Pirate and Lady Pirate games might find themselves heading over to YouTube to find them on the channel WilliamsburgBluePirateGamesGalore. Behind the channel is Patrick Detwiler, 19, whose love of filming has tremendously helped connect families, friends, and fans of all things Williamsburg sports. He is a 2023 graduate of Williamsburg High School and is the son of Stan and Patty (Helsley) Detwiler. At the age of four, Detwiler was diagnosed with high-functioning...
Honey bees may play a role in increasing virus levels in wild bumble bees each spring, according to researchers at Penn State who analyzed seasonal trends of parasite and virus transmission in bees. The study — published in the journal Ecosphere — found that honey bees consistently had higher levels of viruses than bumble bees. Additionally, while both types of bees had lower virus prevalence in the winter, only bumble bees experienced negligible levels by spring. Heather Hines, associate professor of biology and entomology in the College of...
Roaring Spring Community Library Director Michelle McIntyre said their Seed Library and Community Seed Exchange programs have been seeing a lot of activity again this year. They had so many seeds this year, they now have an overflow shelf and another card catalog to store everything. "This year we had 1,800 we gave away," she said. On Monday, they were opening up another big packet of seeds that were sent to them. McIntyre said the seeds that go out the door thw fastest are peppers, tomatoes,...
The Playhouse at McConnellstown will hold auditions for Fruitcakes on September 8 at 2 p.m. at 11680 Raystown Road, Huntingdon, in the village of McConnellstown. The show performance dates are November 22, 23, 29, and 30 at 7:30 p.m. Matinees are November 23, 24, and 30 and December 1 at 2:30 p.m. Additional performances may be added if required. Please bring your calendar with all conflicts between September 8 and December 1. All actors will be required to attend all scheduled rehearsals during the final week before the show opens. Evening...
Spring Cove Middle School's theme for the 2024-25 school year is "Be the ONE," symbolizing the impact of positive relationships with students and colleagues. SCMS staff are pictured here wearing their "01" jerseys to show a collective effort to continue to make a difference in their students' lives. Thank you to Metzler Auto, Truck & Tailer for their generous donation of staff jerseys!...
These are photos from Central Boys Varsity Soccer game from Tuesday, August 27, and Central Girls Varsity Soccer game from Monday, August 26....
Photo Gallery for Central Girls Volleyball Game from Thursday, August 29....
