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State Representative Lou Schmitt officially launched his campaign for Blair County Court of Common Pleas Judge on Thursday, January 9. Blair County residents have urged Schmitt to return from his role in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in Harrisburg to serve as their judge. “I want to assure you that I have heard your requests and taken them to heart,” Schmitt said. “I am running for Blair County Judge, and I humbly ask for your support as I return home to serve all of Blair County.” Schmitt, a lifelong resident of Blair County,...
Isn’t it interesting how quickly the newness of a new year wears off? There’s always excitement leading up to December 31st, but January is the kind of month that is usually cold and dark in our area; and before long the new year kind of loses its shine. Thankfully we can keep looking to the Lord and recognizing that our hope is in him not in how we are feeling or how the weather is. Although the year isn’t so new anymore, I will begin a new series today going through highlights from the gospel of Mark. The four gospels have different empha...
Mayor Richard A. Brantner and Chief of Police Kerry L. Hoover gave special recognition to Katelyn M. Hoover. On February 26, 2024, she took the oath before the chief justice and associate justices and officially became a member of the highest court in the United States. Both the mayor and the chief of police expressed their congratulations to Hoover on being admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States of America in Washington D.C. Pictured above from left, Chief Kerry L....
On January 6 at 9 a.m. South Woodbury Township Supervisors met for their 2025 Organizational Meeting. All previously filled positions were voted back in as the permanent positions for 2025 with no changes. Changes for 2025 were an increase in vacation time for secretary-treasurer and mileage reimbursement rate increasing to $.70. Fort Bedford Honor Guard will be given a donation. Tina Walter will be the Emergency Management director and Norman Reiff will be the alternate. John Hileman will be the emergency contact for wastewater operations and...
During their meeting last Monday evening, January 6, Williamsburg Borough Council announced that no letters of interest were received to fill the vacant council seat left by the resignation of Mike Biddle. Interested residents are encouraged to contact the borough for more information. Mayor Ted Hyle, during his report, praised borough employees for snow removal. Hyle also said the fire company will be getting two new trucks; a new tanker and a used truck from Saxton. Following a meeting with PennDOT last month, it was announced that the...
After having it's game against Glendale postponed on Monday due to the winter storm, the Williamsburg Lady Pirates basketball team had just one contest for the week. On Thursday, Jan. 5, Juniata Valley rolled into town and the Lady Blue Pirates used a strong second half showing to come away with a 49-31 victory. Williamsburg was ahead by just one (18-17) at the half before an 18-6 showing in the third quarter allowing them to pull away. Levada Gorsuch led all scorers with 18 points, while Regan...
Hometown Banners The Williamsburg Civic Club is once again sponsoring the Williamsburg Hometown Hero Banners. The applications are available in the borough office. The cost of a banner is $200. Please take original photos to the borough office to be scanned with application and payment. The deadline for applications and payment is Friday, February 28. Banners will not be ordered unless payment is received by the deadline. Farm Show Activities The Williamsburg Community Farm Show will be having a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, January 18 from...
This is the last part of a series recognizing the Veterans in our town and communities. There have been three special veterans in my family – my Uncle John who fought in Germany for the US Army, and my two grandfathers – Peter Speck who was in the Navy for World War II, and Carl Eugene Gorsuch, who was in the Army for World War II participating in D-Day. Shirley Kurtz-Flaugh: My father, Daniel Aurandt, served in the Calvary in the early 1900s. My husband, William Kurtz, served during the Korea Conflict. My brother, Ken Aurandt, served dur...
The Morrison’s Cove Rotary Club announced their November Student of the Month for Williamsburg. This month’s recipient was Samantha England. England is the daughter of Bradley and Julie England, of Williamsburg. In school, England is involved in WHS Lady Pirate Volleyball, FFA, Careers in Health Club, Creative Compassion and the National Honor Society. Upon graduation, England wants to attend Penn State Hazelton to get an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy....
Superintendent Brian Helsel reported at the Clayburg-Kimmel School District Board of Directors Regular January Voting/Working meeting held on January 8, that their Safety and Security Grant for $114,103 had been approved with direct payment from the state. Two Security Resource Officers (SRO’s) will be paid from the grant. The Peer Buddy Club Grant for students in grade 11 and 12 who are interested in working with special education students would be part of this. Helsel spoke on the META lawsuit and the impact social media has had on the m...
Siblings Drew and Danielle Heltzel of Martinsburg had the opportunity to exhibit market turkey projects at the 2025 PA Farm Show last week. This was the first time that market birds were featured in the show line-up. The market turkey project was part of an effort to still feature the poultry industry at the PA Farm Show this year, despite the challenges brought forth by the spread of avian influenza in other parts of the United States. The project began 18 weeks prior to the Farm Show when 4-H...
Roaring Spring Community Library's board members attended Monday's borough council meeting to express concern about the borough's decision to eliminate library funding in 2025. In a letter presented to the council, the library board emphasized the critical role borough funding plays in sustaining the library's services and programs. The loss of funding, which constitutes more than 10% of the library's operating budget, could lead to a significant shortfall, further compounded by a decrease in...
The highlight of the Spring Cove School District Board of Directors Committee of the Whole meeting for January was the discussion over Policy 109 - Resource Materials. Superintendent Betsy Baker explained books would be purchased and shipped to the administration office, where board members would have 30 days to review them. She explained if parents have a concern over a book, there is a protocol in place for them to follow up on their concern. Parents express their concerns, then the book is reviewed by a committee which renders a decision....
A Williamsburg woman has been charged following a lengthy investigation into the death of her mother, who was under her care. Colleen Rose Sayegh, 37, was arraigned Wednesday by Magisterial District Judge Paula M. Aigner on felony charges of neglect of a care-dependent person and aggravated assault. She also faces misdemeanor charges of involuntary manslaughter and simple assault. Sayegh was sent to Blair County Prison in lieu of 10% of $100,000 bail. The investigation began in July 2022 after hospital staff at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center...
Many who drive through McKee in Woodbury Pike have probably noticed the work being done at 8493 Woodbury Pike. Thomas Frick, the real estate investor, said the project started about two years ago, and construction officially started in 2024. Everything is about finished and they will begin pre-leasing the spaces available in the building on March 1. "We picked the location because Woodbury Pike is very busy, and we liked the area of Roaring Spring," he said. Frick said the second floor has been...
Paula Aigner has declared her candidacy for Blair County Judge of the Court of Common Pleas. “Today, I stand before you fully aware of the complex legal challenges facing both Blair County and Pennsylvania,” Aigner said in a news release following her announcement. “I pledge to every family and citizen in Blair County that justice will be applied impartially and that victims will have the voice they deserve.” Aigner expressed her desire to use her extensive experience to safeguard Blair County families and uphold the rights and liberti...
A previous edition of the Herald featured a story about a group from the Cove who delivered donated hay, feed, fencing supplies, food, and other goods to needy families recovering from Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Since that trip, organizer Lila Sollenberger has continued to work toward their next trek south, which is slated for February 13. In addition, her husband Wes assisted with plumbing and electrical work when he revisited North Carolina last month. The bank account under Hurricane Relief/Lila Sollenberger at Hometown Bank in...
JULY Bedford County native Leah Shackley came up short in the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials at Lucas Oil Stadium.Shackley began Saturday night June 15 by competing in the women’s 100-meter butterfly. She finished sixth in her semi-final heat in 58.44 out of the eight competitors and did not qualify for Sunday night’s final. Shackley, swam in the qualifier for the 100 backstroke Monday morning June, 16. She finished ninth out of 16 swimmers with a time of 59.63.On Monday night in the semi-finals, she finished seventh out of 16 swimmers with a time of...
Martinsburg’s Police Chief Kerry Hoover announced during Monday night’s borough council meeting, that he would be retiring effective May 2, 2025. Before the announcement, the borough approved both Kerry and Sgt. Justin Davis for their current job positions for 2025. Towards the end of the meeting Hoover said that he would be retiring. He has been with the borough’s police department for about 37 years. Hoover said part of the reason he was able to stay so long was because of the borough takin...
Former President Jimmy Carter, who recently passed away on December 29, 2024, is being remembered by many locally, including Martinsburg resident and borough council member Chuck Kensinger, who had the chance to meet him about 10 years ago in July of 2014 in Spruce Creek. He said Carter often went to Spruce Creek to fish which is a well known trout stream. The meeting happened at the annual Rattlesnake Dinner held by The Ancient Gastronomic Group, of which Kensinger and Carter were both...
Emma Frederick, a nurse at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, was recently recognized with the DAISY Award, an honor that celebrates extraordinary nurses. Frederick's dedication and compassion earned her this accolade out of 29 nominations submitted by patients and staff. "With deep appreciation for all that you do, Emma. You are incredible and make a difference in the lives of so many people," Michelle Buttry, Chief Operating Officer of Conemaugh Nason Medical Center said, during the award...
On Saturday, Clover Creek Cheese Cellar received first place in the 10th annual Cheese Competition at the 2025 PA Farm Show in Harrisburg. The cheese competition is held annually to determine the best cheeses in Pennsylvania, spread across 11 different categories. Clover Creek's Winemakers Select cheese placed first in the Flavored Cheese, Open Class from All Milk category, competing with 15 fellow cheesemakers such as Goat Rodeo Farm & Dairy, Birchrun Hills Farm, and Conebella Farm. Winemakers...
This article is part of a series which focuses on notable people who have at one time called the Cove home. "He was a person with goals in mind when he was a child to change things," Joe McDonald said of his father, Ray. Born in Sproul in 1922, Ray J. McDonald had some hills to climb, one of them being the death of his father at the age of 16. Ray had to assist in helping a family of six. That was back in 1938. McDonald enlisted to go to World War II. He joined the Marines. It was in his third...
The employees at HH Brown Work & Outdoor Group held a food drive and collected food items, household items, hats, and gloves that were all donated to the Martinsburg Food Pantry on Tuesday, December 17. Pictured from left, Kim Butler, Danielle Treece, Lee Elder, Jeannette Matney, and Denise Knisely....
NBC Elementary made cards and collected socks for the residents of the healthcare side of Homewood. Fifth grade student council members delivered the socks and cards to the residents with the assistance of school guidance counselor, Madison Brumbaugh. Picutred above are Hailey Pepple and Parker Smith....
Northern Bedford County held the high school and middle school Christmas concert for the band and chorus students on Monday, December 16....
The Central PA Council of Republican Women spread Christmas cheer throughout the area with donations made to two prominent groups in the area. Council members Babette Gottshall and Cathy Schimminger presented a check of $590 to the members of the Guardians of the Children to put towards their sponsored Angel Tree Project. Another new community initiative for the holiday season, on behalf of the club was the $150 donation towards the Blair County Shop with a Cop. The organization, put on by the...
"I have a passion for coaching," Williamsburg Lady Pirate Head Coach Angela Detwiler said. "Sometimes I think about it too much and watch a little too much film, but I love being in the gym with my team. Detwiler took over the Lady Pirate Basketball team following the resignation of Amy Hileman last year. She started coaching when her daughter, Faith, was 5 years old. "I coached her group in elementary school with Jamie Houck and Carrie Royer," she said. "I'm currently involved with coaching my...
Bridge No. 5, or Lark Bridge in Woodbury Township is in dire need of repair, Woodbury Township supervisors announced at their regular meeting, on Monday evening January 6. The bridge, at the end of Rosser Road, was recently inspected by the Municipal Bridge Program, and the beams are rusted through. Supervisors said the inspection program has a rating scale of bridge repair with a “0” score of immediate shut-down and this bridge qualifies as a “1” which needs immediate repair. Stiffler McGraw Engineer Jim Young said the inspection program...
Catharine Township supervisors now leave their fate in the hands of the solicitor following a deadlock vote for roadmaster. During their reorganizational meeting, Ralph Rispoli motioned to nominate Ross Brubaker as the township’s new roadmaster, with Ken Brenneman making a motion to keep current roadmaster, Michael Fay, in his spot. “Mike has been with us a long time, and knows the roads,” Brenneman said. Heather Flaig abstained from the vote since her father is Fay. With a deadlock vote, Rispoli, the new chairman, said that Fay would be tempo...
The Northern Bedford County School District (NBC) Fencing Team, led by Coach Stuart Crocker, is carving out a niche in the local sports scene. Now in its third year, the team has grown from a small club into a promising program with approximately 18 members. "There were six kids that said they wanted to learn how to fence," Crocker said, about the team's beginnings. "We started off as a club that fenced against each other, and then we joined in with Grier." Crocker, who has been coaching high...
Lyla Imes Parents: Matt and Shelly Imes Activities/Clubs/Sports: Student Council, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Basketball, Track and Field Hobbies/Interests: Camping, boating, playing with her dog, spending time with loved ones. Honors/Awards: 2-Year Varsity Letterman basketball and track, President Student Council, President Foreign Language Club (2024-25), President Spanish Honor Society (2024-25), Treasurer for Foreign Language and Spanish Honor Society. Favorite Quote:...
Submitted to the Herald Kelly Hechler is a member of the environmental services department at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center and was recently given the Laurel Award. She received a framed honoree certificate and a $65 gift card to Roots in the Cove. Named after the majestic mountain laurel, the state flower of Pennsylvania, this award embodies a symbol of high achievement and excellence. The mountain laurel is known for its enduring beauty and resilience, qualities that perfectly reflect the...
The Central Cove FFA Veterinary Science Team recently placed 8th in their national competition out of 46 teams from all states. Team members include: Danielle Heltzel Hope Dively Cameron Bailey. Absent was Sarah Disney....
JANUARY Two students from Northern Bedford County Middle School were fighting cancer and their community has stepped up to help them. TJ Helsel, 13, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Quinton Morrow, 14, was diagnosed with Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT). NBC teamed up with Sideline Cancer to hold a basket raffle at the basketball game at NBC on Jan. 10. All the proceeds from the event went to benefit Helsel and Morrow. —————————— AAA Color Card Company, printing shop in Martinsburg, closed as of Dec. 31, with Com-Print taking over...
Fred Imler Sr, who passed away January 12, 2021, was very giving and had received many awards for his work and philanthropy according to his grandson Bryan Imler. One of those awards included The Chamber's Lifetime Achievement Award. He and Imler's Poultry have also received the Agriculture Community Excellence Award. Imler was a board member of The Shriner's Hospital in Philadelphia for a number of years. He would attend the board meetings on a monthly basis. According to Bryan, there were a nu...
South Woodbury Township South Woodbury Supervisors met at the township building on Tuesday, December 3 at 9 a.m. The treasurer’s report was approved. Total liabilities and equity is $2,633,685,48. Email has been set to PLGIT to request signage for three school bus stops on Snake Spring Mountain Road. Northern Bedford School District made the request. The Supervisors spent a large amount of time reviewing various lots for compliance relating to wells and sewage. Businesses that are not in compliance with permits will be sent letters or a...
Giant Eagle in Roaring Spring celebrated The Grinch on Sunday allowing the employees to dress like the Grinch. Some of the cashier took part in the dress up. From left, Dixie Miller, Robyn Mills, Kenneth Carnell, and Jane Geist. "It was nice to put a smile on the customer's faces," Mills said....
Catharine Township Auditor and Williamsburg Municipal Authority Representative Daryl Cole questioned Catharine’s supervisors during their meeting last Thursday, about why they tabled the Act 537 plan. Cole said that stopping the plan would probably cost more in the new year with hourly wages going up, and subdivisions cannot happen in the township without an Act 537 plan. Supervisors said they would look into the matter for the January meeting. Resident Wayne Baker was on hand to ask about the entrance into Hill Alley leading up to Blough Road,...
On December 18, the Varsity Lady Pirates helped out with the Angel Tree Project at St. Joseph's Church in Williamsburg. The project benefits students from the school district. The Lady Pirates wrapped gifts, baked cookies, and organized items for families....
The Williamsburg Senior Center held their annual Christmas Party this past Wednesday, complete with games, crafts and lots of other fun activities....
“What is the best Christmas present you ever received?” people often ask. I have one of the more sentimental answers to this question. This story I love telling and truly shows how blessed I am to have a mother like I do. Back around 1998-1999, my Mom, Suzanne, who was a fan of Avon makeup and jewelry at the time, gave me a catalog from her workplace and asked if there was anything in there I would like to get. I looked through the book anxiously wanting to find something I would like, and this was around the time of the popularity of the fil...
On Nov 7, 2024 Joe Imler-Knisely, of Frosty Hollow, harvested this 750 lb, 5x6, bull elk in Elk County, accompanied by his 19 year old son, Payden. This was a hunt that seemed too good to be true and almost didn't happen. This was the first time Joe applied for an elk tag. He spent many hours with his cousin, Steve King, preparing for this hunt. Joe was anxious, optimistic and ready to go. But 11 days prior to the planned trip, Payden ended up in the hospital with a collapsed lung. After a week...
Many cats choose to knock off a few ornaments from the tree - not my sister's cat, JuJu. He's made himself right at home IN the tree for his first Christmas....
The NBC Middle School Musical "A Charlie Brown Christmas" was held earlier this month under the direction of NBC Chorus Director Brett Keith. About 32 students participated in the production as Charlie Brown (played by Lake Troutman) struggles to find the true meaning of Christmas and the joy of the season. Along the way, Lucy Van Pelt (played by Breanna Bollman) and Snoopy (played by Izzy Verdiglione) try to help Charlie Brown. The story finally unfolds as Linus Van Pelt (played by Micah...
The NBC campus was visited by several Christmas characters last Friday. The elementary students were greeted in the morning by Santa and the Grinch and during the afternoon dismissal, an elf appeared in the tree along with the Panther mascot....
Alex Snyder, 18, a 2024 graduate of Central High School and member of The Pines, is making waves in his freshman year at Belmont University in Nashville. Snyder, who is studying commercial music with a focus on piano, recently participated in the university's "Christmas at Belmont" program held at the Fisher Center. "It's been great. I feel like I've been there a long time," he said of his experience so far. "I have been learning a lot of stuff and meeting a lot of cool people." Early in the sem...
Roaring Spring's Christmas tree decorated with lights and a star at the top. The tree is located outside of the borough building....
For decades, the 60-and-Over Basketball League at the Garver Memorial YMCA has provided its members with exercise, camaraderie, and countless stories. Now, with membership dwindling, the league is looking for new players to keep the tradition alive. "We are still a very active and competitive league," said Eric Fether, one of the league's members. "People just came and went over the years, but we're hoping to get some new members to join us." The league currently has about a dozen active...
During the day in Williamsburg, one is more than likely to see Loc O walking around doing his job – delivering mail; however, what they don't realize is that he is a successful and decorated runner. O was born in Vietnam, and his family immigrated to the United States in 1980, ending up in Schuylkill Haven, Pa. While in college, he met his wife Jennifer, and shortly after they got married. They moved to Williamsburg and started their family. Together, they have three sons – Heath, 23, Eth...
