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As temperatures decrease and Pennsylvanians enter “home heating season,” the American Red Cross urges citizens to familiarize themselves with home fire prevention steps to help keep everyone in the home safe and warm this winter. Home fires are the nation’s most frequent disaster and tragically take seven lives every day in this country. The Greater Pennsylvania Region responds to 30 percent more home fires in November through March than in warmer months. According to the National Fire Protection Association, home fires are most common in co...
As fall inches closer to winter, it's not uncommon for people to look to the coming cold with a degree of lament. Spring, summer and fall provide ample opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, but such chances are few and far between once the winter freeze settles in. Though winter might compel the masses to huddle up inside, there's still a way to take in the great outdoors on cold winter days and nights. It might not prove an exact substitute for summer nights around the firepit, but a sunro...
Winter sports will be starting soon. Look for the Herald’s Winter Sports Preview in our Dec. 9 edition. With a new season coming up, local students are reminded that they can write for the Herald about their school’s sports. Coaches and parents are reminded that they can send in any game results or photos throughout the season to be published on the sports page....
Friday night's game at Slippery Rock University presented difficult weather conditions for both the Dragons and the Eagles, but Central ultimately persevered through the slippery field and endless flurries of snow to obtain another crushing 35-6 victory over Grove City. Although the Dragons began the game by kicking off to the Eagles, Central's defense shut down the Eagle's offense very quickly. After taking possession, the Dragons pushed up field leading to a one-yard pass to Hunter Smith by...
Northern Bedford's run in the PIAA high school football tournament came to an end on a snow-covered field at Clarion University last Friday. After taking a 14-7 lead into halftime, the Panthers were unable to contain Redbank Valley in the second half and the Bulldogs came from behind to notch a 21-14 victory. Panther Sophomore Adam Johnson led the team on the ground with 33 carries for 115 yards. Sophomore QB Eion Snider went 4-for-8 in the air for 89 yards. Snider also rushed for Northern's...
For years, a contentious debate has raged about what sporting arms should be allowed during the various deer seasons. Bickering between bowhunters and crossbow hunters is particularly acrimonious, but this arguing has also involved rifle hunters. I have a solution to this problem that should make everyone happy. It is simple. Divide autumn deer hunting seasons into three separate seasons: one for vertical bowhunting, one for hunting with crossbows, and one for hunting with rifles. Hunters must...
Central High School Senior Jerry Brumbaugh was recently recognized at the Nov. 8 school board meeting for his accomplishments as a student-athlete. Brumbaugh was the first Central High School golfer since Josh Jackson in 2003 to qualify for the PIAA individual Golf Championship Oct. 18 at Heritage Hills Country Club in York, Pa. Brumbaugh finished 57th out of 72 golfers at that state meet. "We are Dragon Proud of him," said Spring Cove School District Athletic Director Stacy...
Public health workers have responded to many crises over the years, including influenza, HIV/AIDS, cancer, substance use disorders and now COVID-19, among others. Since March 2020, these professionals have consistently dedicated themselves every day to lead Pennsylvania through the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and sacrificed their own health, safety, and time with their loved ones to save lives. “Thank you to all public health workers in Pennsylvania, whether at a health department, association, or other organization, who continue working...
The Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are reminding consumers to be vigilant against fraud and scams associated with holiday shopping. “Every year, we hear reports of consumers conned by fraudsters using sophisticated methods and manipulation to steal holiday joy and money,” said Richard Vague, Secretary of Banking and Securities. “There’s a certain mythology that scams only happen to the elderly or the young, but anyone can get caught up in the tale spun by a scammer.” Five common sc...
In the spirit of the holiday season, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) reminds Pennsylvanians that this is a wonderful time to donate to programs that support the commonwealth’s nearly 800,000 veterans, service members and their families. “The holiday season is upon us and we are often asked how the public can honor and support current and former service members and their families as a way to thank them for serving,” said Maj. Gen. Mark Schindler, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general and head of the DMVA. “At the DMVA we admini...
As of the week of Nov. 22, $32,955 had been received from businesses, residents and organizations for the Martinsburg Area Community Fund Drive. A goal of $43,000 has been set for this year. This year’s goal is the same as the three previous years. The 2021 fund drive will support 16 charitable agencies that do work in the Martinsburg area. The 16 agencies are Morrisons Cove Memorial Park, Martinsburg Supervised Recreation, Martinsburg Community Library, Spring Cove Youth Baseball League, Southern Alleghenies American Red Cross, Girl Scouts of...
On Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, officers of the Blair Co. DUI Task Force in conjunction with the PA State Police, Troop G Hollidaysburg made their presence known locally by conducting a DUI roving patrol. The following results are from the detail: • 88 Individual contacts • 28 Citations • 49 Warnings • 2 DUI arrests • 2 Misdemeanor arrests • 1 Underage drinking arrest • Remember, friends don’t let friends drive impaired....
Cove Community Theater in Loysburg will present an age-old musical with a twist. The group will be presenting "A Christmas Carol" Sunday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 10, at 6 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 11, at 11 a.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. Show director and theater owner Mary Ellen Laird said that the show is a very well-known show, but this version has a little bit more of a Christian perspective. Laird said that it is great to be back inside the theater building. Because of COVID-19, las...
On Sunday, Nov. 28, people gathered at the spring dam escorted by the police and Santa riding in a fire truck to see the Roaring Spring tree lighting. This was sponsored by Roaring Spring Lion's Club and Roaring Spring Borough. A group of people, including local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, walked to the Five Points singing Christmas carols. When the group arrived at the lot between the Borough building and post office, Pastor Madison from Trinity United Methodist Church offered the invocation...
Conemaugh Health System personnel gathered on Tuesday, Nov. 23, at Conemaugh locations, including Conemaugh Nason Medical Center to honor local lives lost to COVID-19 throughout the health system. In recent weeks, personnel have been writing the initials of patients and names of loved ones on luminaries, which glowed at (or near) each facility as a tribute to the local victims of COVID-19 who will be missing from holiday celebrations this year. To date, Cambria County has lost 553 lives to...
The Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Company will be holding a Christmas party on Sunday, Dec. 12, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the firehall. This year’s party is in memory of Daniel “Butch” Giarth. Giarth, a long-time member of the fire company as well as a Freedom Township Supervisor, passed away on Dec. 30, 2020. According to Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Company Chief Ron Henry, Giarth was the driving force behind the Christmas parties and continuing them is a way to honor his memory. “Butch had a big heart and he loved kids,” Henry said. “He...
Conemaugh Nason Medical Center will adjust the hospital’s visitation policy beginning on Tuesday, Nov. 23, as follows: • Intensive Care/Medical-Surgical Units: One visitor per patient from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. daily. • Labor and Delivery: One support person for the duration of the stay. No other visitors are permitted at this time. • Minors (under age 18): One parent or guardian for the duration of the stay. • Emergency Department: One support person during the ED visit. • Ambulatory Appointments: One support person is permitted to help patients w...
