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The Williamsburg Community School board approved new hires and volunteers for the upcoming fall and winter seasons during its meeting on Tuesday, July 16. Mandi Prough was hired as the girls varsity basketball assistant coach, following Angela Detwiler’s hire as the girls varsity basketball coach. Carrie Royer was hired to take on the junior high girls basketball coach position left open by Detwiler’s hire. Jamie Houck was appointed as the assistant junior high girls basketball coach. For the football season, Jimmy Grager, Bobby Lee and Mit...
Loco made a surprise appearance at the Courtesy Kia Tournament at the Little League Field in Williamsburg Friday, July 26. Loco is standing with Owen Black, 8, and Tucker Shultz, 3. Black is the son of Corey and Nickie Black of Williamsburg, and Shultz is the son of Jason and Tanya Shultz, Williamsburg....
By Natalie Gorsuch Williamsburg Correspondent In my life, I have been blessed to have great cooks around me. One of those cooks was my great Aunt Annie. Aunt Annie had a funny laugh, a deep voice, and a knack for cooking up great memories in the kitchen along with her food. Deep in her Czechoslovakian heritage, Aunt Annie loved to make recipes from her mother and pass those traditions onto us. One of my favorite memories of Aunt Annie is her making paska – a special Easter bread for our O...
Winters can be tough on managed honey bee colonies, with beekeepers in the United States reporting that one-third of their colonies die each winter. A new study by Penn State researchers has found that using not one but multiple pest treatments may be important for helping bees make it to spring. The researchers found that beekeepers who used a combination of treatments for Varroa mites — tiny parasites that can weaken and spread diseases to honey bees — had higher winter colony survival than those who used only one type of treatment, acc...
Under a little-noticed provision in the new state budget, Pennsylvania municipalities will be forced to allow rodeo events to take place in their borders even if local lawmakers have voted to restrict them. Only one place in the commonwealth appears to fit this description: Pittsburgh, which more than 30 years ago banned the use of some tools to control animals, including electric prods and spurs. The language is tucked into the nearly 140-page fiscal code, an omnibus piece of legislation that authorizes the state to spend money. The code...
Gov. Josh Shapiro was joined by State Sen. Judy Ward, Bill Thompson, owner of Thompson's Pharmacy, Representative Jessica Benham, Joe Breton, owner of Northern Bedford Pharmacy, and Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys at Thompson Pharmacy in Hollidaysburg for a ceremonial signing of Act 77. "This will bring critical relief to pharmacies across Pennsylvania," State Sen. Judy Ward said. She said in many areas of the state including rural communities, pharmacies are a vital part of the...
A fire broke out at the former Appvion Paper mill in Roaring Spring on Friday, July 26, around 7:30 p.m. Fire Chief James Musselman of Friendship Fire Company No 1 Inc. of Roaring Spring said the incident happened at the rear section of the building. The fire was located in an addition to the main structure, in the operator room for the trundle, which he described as a long tube that spins. Musselman said that there were computers in that room, and while there are portions of the building that...
The bridge on Ski Gap Road over South Poplar Run in Greenfield Township, Blair County was dedicated as the Cpl. Clyde E. Walter, Jr. Memorial Bridge during a ceremony held on Tuesday, July 23. The event was held at the Ski Gap Community Center in Claysburg. State Rep. Jim Gregory said they were honoring Walter. "The family is here - It is a big family," he said, about the nine siblings present along with the Honor Guard. Gregory said it is a testament to how much the people of Blair County love...
On Tuesday, August 6, Blair County will be participating in the 40th annual Night Out Against Crime, which is an event for the entire county. The event will be held at the Duncansville Antique Depot from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m., where there will also be a car show starting at 5:15 p.m. A parade will begin at 6 p.m. from Napa to the Depot parking lot. Fireworks provided by Brumbaugh Fireworks Display Inc. are at 9 p.m. The purpose of the event is to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for and participate in local anticrime...
Once again, Roaring Spring will hold its Spring Dam Weekend this year during the first weekend in August. As usual, the Roaring Spring Dam Days will provide the community with various events for all to enjoy. Spanning from August 2 to August 4, the activities planned will occur over the whole weekend. Friday-Sunday – yard sales Saturday – 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. free community picnic Sunday – 7 a.m.- 9 a.m. Sonny Steward pancake breakfast Sunday – 9:15 a.m. community worship service Sunday – noon car show All community members are invited to come join...
Next week, the Garver Memorial YMCA in Roaring Spring will be hosting a movie night event. Open to the community, the movie shown will be “Elemental,” a 2023 Disney film featuring an original story with stunning visuals. This event will take place at the amphitheater at the Spring Dam if the weather permits. If it rains, the movie will still be shown, just inside the YMCA instead. Additionally, free snacks and drinks will be provided to the families who come, as well as other refreshments for sale. Glow-in-the-dark novelties will also be ava...
School officials in Claysburg are excited about the addition of a Multiple Disability Setting (MDS) room at the senior high school. The room will be the setting for teaching life skills to students with disabilities. Brannan Raptosh, right, assistant to the superintendant, goes over plans for the room with Rick Gosnell who is the superintendant for Lawruk Builders....
The Roaring Spring Community Library won the Non-Profit Spotlight Award at the Blair County Chamber of Commerce's Gala Awards Night. Fred Hetrick Board President, Ellie Smiley Volunteer Coordinator, Pauline Amick Staff Assistant. Cortney Gensimore Assistant Director, Michelle McIntyre Director, Linda Steele Board Trustee all attended the event to accept the award....
A local historian and author from the Cove just released a new book which explores the history of Blair County’s iron industry and involvement in the industrial revolution. Byron Smail’s book, “Blair County Iron” is a continuation of his first book “Iron Furnaces of the Cove.” “He has dedicated himself to researching the rise of Blair County’s iron industry and how it has shaped our surrounding area,” Dustin Smith, executive director of the Blair County Historical Society said. “Blair County Iro...
There are 209 animals entered for the 73rd year of the Morrisons Cove Dairy Show which will be held on July 29-August 2. The Committee encourages community members to enter exhibits in other departments such as vegetables, farm crops, needlework, floral and more until noon Monday, July 29. Baked goods can be entered until 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 30. Call Central High School at 814-473-5328 for a premium catalog. All type shows start at 9 a.m. this year with the exception of Friday’s goat show at 9:30 a.m. The show will be offering four s...
The Bistro at The Village Green hosted their first outdoor concert on Thursday July 18. Silver Lining which consists of Michelle Barnes and Rick Wertz played a variety of oldies on their guitars. Folks sat outside on the patio and were able to order special event foods while they enjoyed the concert. Jaret Sweeney is The Village Green supervisor/event manager and Ken Feathers is their executive chef. Sweeney oversees the entirety of the venue. He decided to start events such as the “Concerts i...
Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail has returned once again for the summer season, with two stops in the Cove and three others just outside the area included. Those participating in our area include Ritchey’s Dairy, Stock’s Dairy Delight, Vale Wood Farms in Loretto, Penn State Berkey Creamery in State College and Nittany Valley Creamery in Howard, Pa. in Centre County. Stock’s Dairy Delight, which celebrated its 25th year on June 8, has been a part of the Trail since it started, according to owner Pamela Stock. “The state does this to help out the farm...
The township reported purchase of several major pieces of property for North Woodbury Township at their Regular July 12 meeting held at the township municipal building. A 26,000 watt Generac generator has been purchased by the township with installation scheduled for August 12. The township purchased the generator at a cost of $9,646 and chose the Generac model because of stronger warranty offered. There were originally two bids given to the township for purchasing generators, but at the May meeting the supervisors opted for the Generac model....
Jason Hileman reported on the last tractor pull at the Southern Cove Power Reunion’s monthly meeting on July 2. There were about 200 pulls; some were credited from the previous pull which was stopped due to rain. The club discussed obtaining sand for the track to help with it drying out. An additional fryer is needed for the kitchen and Barb Detwiler will obtain the information needed to possibly purchase a new one. The tractor pull that was to be held on July 20 was canceled and was rescheduled to July 27. Weigh-in is at 3 p.m. Gun raffle t...
Sunday was the third and final day of the weekend which was dedicated to celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Fairview Church of the Brethren in Williamsburg. “Thank you for coming out it has been a great weekend,” Pastor Alan Brumbaugh said. He said that there were a lot of meetings and planning that went into the celebration which began on January 11, 2023. Brumbaugh said they had a great crowd and weather the whole weekend. Their theme verse for the service was Hebrews 13:8. which said “J...
It’s been awhile – and I am finally back to share some more delicious recipes with the readers. With picnics around in the summer, I always struggle on what to bring to a party and, as you may know, I am a sucker for something sweet. As I was browsing Tik Tok the other day, I found a very good recipe and my good friend, Judy Olivieri made it for me. It was a hit and I decided to share that recipe with all of you. Nutter Butter Icebox Cake Ingredients: 27-36 Nutter Butter cookies 1 ¾ cup milk, divided 1 box (3.4 oz) instant cheesecake pudding mi...
Bailey Garver, a 2022 graduate of Claysburg-Kimmel and now a sophomore at Saint Francis in its Physician’s Assistant program, was the recipient of an award during the President’s Awards Convocation 2024....
Grade 8: Hailee Troy, daughter of Michael and Chelsea Troy. Troy O’Neal, son of Ronald and Charlene O’Neal. Grade 7: Hadassah Brockus, daughter of James and Staci Brockus. TJ Helsel, son of Kimberly Helsel and Joseph Helsel. Grade 6: Annika Camenga, daughter of Andrew and Kristin Camenga. Dylan Deitle, son of Ryan and Erin Deitle....
The Central PA Civil War Round Table will meet on Tuesday, August 6, at the PA Military Museum auditorium, 51 Boal Avenue, Boalsburg, beginning at 7 p.m. The featured speaker will be Jared Frederick on “Keystone of War: Altoona, the Underground Railroad, and the Civil War.” Frederick has served as a seasonal Interpretive Park Ranger at Gettysburg National Military Park and Harper’s Ferry National Historical Park. He has been a commentator on the American Battlefield Trust’s online Civil War in Four series and has appeared on C-SPAN, PBS, and PC...
Bryan McCarty does a little detailing on the last of 13 school buses the Triple J Bus Company uses to transport Claysburg children during the school year. During the summer months each bus gets an extensive going over for inspection, safety and general maintenance before the next school year begins....
For the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic, the Garver Memorial YMCA in Roaring Spring is holding a parks and recreation program this summer for children ages 6 to 13. Starting every weekday at 8 a.m. until 12 p.m., children are able to spend their time outside making crafts, playing games, performing science experiments, and doing water activities. Such activities include water tag, a game in which the children each have their own water guns and chase each other around. Another game...
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvanians have new protections against lawsuits meant to silence public expression under a bill Gov. Josh Shapiro signed into law this week. Strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs) are often filed against people or groups who criticize corporations or governments. The person or entity behind a SLAPP suit can cite defamation or privacy violations as their reason for suing, even if their real goal is intimidation or draining the defendant’s funds with legal fees. Previously, Pennsylvania’s anti-SLAPP law only sa...
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania lawmakers hope a new commission created to encourage people to live in rural areas can stem the population decline happening in those parts of the state, which federal data show is outpacing predictions. The Center for Rural Pennsylvania, an agency overseen by the state legislature, released 30-year population projections last fall that forecast a 5.8% decline in rural counties. But after reviewing new data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the state’s experts said last week that the decline is happening more rapidly. Feder...
The state Senate today approved a bill introduced by Representative Benham (D-36) and Representative Gaydos (R-44) to protect Pennsylvanians’ access to medications by providing relief to community pharmacies threatened by pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Senators Judy Ward (R-30) and Christine Tartaglione (D-2) sponsored the Senate version of this legislation, Senate Bill 1000. “Too many pharmacies are disappearing in Pennsylvania and the time is now for meaningful reform to the relationship between pharmacies and pharmacy benefit man...
This year is evidently the year for Cove FBLA students' success. Coming from Claysburg-Kimmel, with 18 members qualifying for the National Leadership Conference (NLC) this year, a new record was set for the chapter. All the students eligible for the conference included members from both their middle and high schools: senior Cameron Claycomb; juniors Layla Diehl, Makenzie Ebersole, Hayden Lamborn, Kasey Mosser, and Dakotta Wilbur; sophomores McKenna Black, Jacob Conrad, Autumn Frazier, Levi Kenne...
The Junior Fair Board announces a series of events as part of the 150th Bedford County Fair. From ceremonies to activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy. A cornhole tournament will be held at 6 p.m. in the Show Arena. Teams can sign up on the day of the tournament at the Fair. The Grandstand for a Military/Veteran Appreciation Ceremony takes place on July 22 at 5 p.m. Ceremony highlights include community speakers, music by Route 869, honored guests, and a Blackhawk helicopter appearance. Come out to honor those who serve and have s...
Craig Curfman of Roaring Spring found three auction/sale bills from 1921 while cleaning out his mother’s attic. He said two were salvageable and framed. The executors were his maternal great-grandmother and grandfathers. The farm remained in the family until 1986, owned by Ebersoles for over 100 years. “It think it’s neat it survived 103 years in the attic rolled up,” Curfman said. One thing that stood out to him was the use of the German spelling for milk which is milch....
A group of six landlords representing Williamsburg properties made their presence known at the Williamsburg Borough meeting, on Monday, July 1. The topic of concern was the length between inspections. When the borough first enacted the ordinance, the length between inspections was two years, and landlords are asking for more leniency when it comes to that length. “Maybe we can meet somewhere in the middle,” Council President Ed Patterson said. Brian Meiser, who has thirteen units in Wil...
The topic of Oak Alley has been on the minds of Catharine Township supervisors for a long time, and at last Thursday evening’s meeting, residents showed up for answers. Residents wanted an update as to what Township supervisors are going to do to update the alley, and Supervisors still didn’t have many answers. One resident, Wayne Baker, offered to get the alley surveyed for the Township to see where points of ownership are. Township said they would have to talk to the Solicitor before plans move forward. Chairman Heather Flaig said she rec...
Due to age and condition, the Williamsburg Municipal Authority made the decision to rehabilitate the Cedar Hill water storage tank during Tuesday morning’s meeting, July 9. The tank is currently 27 years old and has experienced multiple leaks throughout the time it has been in use. Stiffler McGraw engineer, John Clabaugh, suggested five levels at which the township could go with rehabilitation – an interior rehab, corrosion protection, exterior cleaning, resealing the exterior, and a level that took care of all the above. David Myers made a m...
At the June meeting, Woodbury Township Chairman Joe Lansberry said there had been multiple complaints regarding the intersection of Bluebird Drive and Robin Lane; supervisors gave permission to Solicitor Aimee Willett to write an ordinance for the installation of the stop sign. At the July 3 meeting, supervisors voted to advertise the ordinance with Paul Harclerode making motion and Rich Easter seconding, motion passed. Cove Forge submitted a permit application regarding the building that will house a new cafeteria and dormitory with Rich...
Members from the Central Cove FFA Chapter competed in various CDE (Career Development Event) competitions during the Pennsylvania State FFA Convention June 11-13, 2024 held at Penn State University. The Central Cove Chapter had one member, Heather Brumbaugh, who chose to be a delegate for new business to be brought before the Pennsylvania FFA Board. The first team they competed with was the Forestry team. The forestry team had to take a written exam, tool Identification test, Current Issue...
Seal coating has been completed on Left Hand Gap Road, Railroad Street, Wees Road, and Athletic Field Drive, reported Jordan Oldham, Greenfield Township board chair and road foreman. Oldham said he was “pretty happy with the way they turned out.” The road crew plans to install new pipe and catch basins along Reed Street in Sproul as part of a long-term plan to improve stormwater drainage in the area. The Sandy Allison Memorial Butterfly and Pollinator Garden is open at the Claysburg Area Community Park. The recently installed garden con...
The Martinsburg BPW is proudly supporting the first function of the BPW/PA state project with the “Fight Back Against Domestic Violence Toiletry Drive.” Members are seeking donations of travel sized items such as shampoo, conditioner, soap; personal hygiene items; and other small essential items. This could include items like lotion, combs, and brushes just to name a few. Drop off locations include the Martinsburg Library and Roaring Spring True Value – Department Store. People will have through July 30 to drop off items. Donations will then...
One of the biggest topics of discussion at the Spring Cove School District Board of Directors Regular meeting for July was the live streaming of board meetings. Most of the board expressed that it would be an excellent means of bringing the meeting to those who could not attend the meetings in person. The issue with setting up livestreaming is the prohibitive cost. Superintendent Dr. Betsy Baker said the district would be looking at a cost of at least $100,000 as the district has no in-house information technology department and it would have...
The compassion that a nurse shows to their patients can leave a lasting legacy that doesn't always remain unnoticed. Conemaugh Nason Medical Center (CNMC) chose Jessica Replogle, RN as the June 2024 DAISY honoree during a ceremony held Tuesday, June 25 at 2 p.m. DAISY, which stands for "Disease Attacking the Immune System", was started in 1999 by the family of J. Patrick Barnes as a way to celebrate the nurses who helped him while he battled an autoimmune disease called Immune Thrombocytopenia...
Dirt track racing has been in the Weyandt family of Claysburg for three generations, which started with Brian Weyandt Sr.'s uncle Denny Weyandt in the 1960s. "My uncle started back in the 60s - he retired in 1974 and then I started in 1986," he said. Weyandt retired from racing 2001, but the tradition continues with his two sons Brian Weyandt Jr. and Devin Weyandt. "It's always just been a family thing," Weyandt Sr. said. Brian Jr. explained that the cars they race on the dirt tracks are called...
Join the Penn State Extension to explore vital aspects of manure management, from efficient gathering and storage to maximizing nutrient utilization during field spreading. Gain insights on recent updates to the manure management manual, presented in collaboration with the Huntingdon conservation district. Attendees can earn a variety of educational credits including CCA Nutrient Management, PDA Nutrient Management and Manure Hauler/Broker, PDA Odor Management, and Conservation Planning Credits. This workshop will be hosted on 9 a.m. to 12...
At the end of June, Northern Bedford FBLA members headed down to Orlando to compete in the National FBLA Leadership Conference (NLC). These members qualified for the national competition after the Pennsylvania State Leadership Conference where they exhibited their fulfillment of great progress in leadership, professionalism, and service. 25 members qualified for the NLC, which took place from June 29 to July 2 at the Orange County Convention Center. Over 13,000 students attended the conference,...
During the Taylor Township July Supervisors’ meeting, it was determined by township engineer Greg Geishauser that revised plans must be made to the septic area of Thomas Wareham Trucking in order to get township approval. The stormwater issue must be addressed, Geishauser said, before going any further. There can be no breaking of ground prior to township approval. Geishauser proposed waiting until next month’s board meeting before taking any action, although builders may be ready to move forward now.There must also be approval from the Dep...
Vince Heaton, a Woodbury council member, turned in his resignation at the borough’s monthly meeting on Monday, July 1. Any resident interested in being a council member or in the position of Mayor are encouraged to apply. Woodbury Community Center minutes from April showed that the event fund has been rolled over to a CD. Lightbulbs were fixed in the pavilion, and a pipe from the large room heater burst in February but was fixed. Community yard sales were held June 7 and 8. Overall total assets are $17,868.22. There is about $19,720 of C...
South Woodbury Township Supervisor discussed the plans for the Pine Hill Road Bridge Project at their meeting on Tuesday, July 2. The Supervisors are waiting for PennDOT to confirm the checking deposit, and they will check the thickness of the asphalt to see what was put down in the past. The Golden Rule Bridge Dedication Ceremony is in the planning process. The Bridge will be dedicated to all who died in South Woodbury Township in the military. The ceremony will be advertised once all arrangements are made. Highway occupancy permit was...
Pastor Chris Garretson of Redefined Community Church in Martinsburg spoke at the last service on Sunday, June 30 for Saturate Altoona which took place in the city's Heritage Plaza. The event was held every Sunday night in June. Every week the event would open with blessing booths where churches and local non-profits could set up booths to give away food and other free items. "They had popcorn machines, cotton candy, hotdogs, hamburgers, and all kinds of good food," he said. This would then be...
June was Dairy Month and to celebrate the Herald featured stories like these talking about all things related to the dairy industry. This story is the final part of a three part series about local glass milk bottle collectors. Josh Baran of Martinsburg has a collection made of bottles from dairies in Blair, Cambria, and Somerset counties, and a few others from the state and around the country. “It is a passion, I love it,” he said. Baran got a lot of the bottles in his collection from flea mar...
Catharine Township Supervisors received and discussed their annual PennDOT Winter Service Agreement during last Thursday evening’s meeting. Chairman Heather Flaig made a motion to sign the winter maintenance agreement for Fox Run Road for five years. According to Flaig, the annual amount the township will get will start at $13,798, a 2% increase from the previous year. Vice Chairman Ken Brenneman seconded motion, motion passed. The township contacted several other municipalities and townships regarding a burning ordinance; Flaig said most do no...
