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I’ve never been that little kid who felt abandoned when he wandered a few steps away from his parents in a crowded department store, but I do have an inkling of how he may have felt. Let me explain.... The largest track meet of the year As the head track coach at Northern Bedford years ago, there were times when I had to get home early from a track meet. During those times, I would usually go home with my wife (who regularly attended most meets) and rely on my assistant coach, Harry Guyer, to supervise the kids on the bus during the trek h...
Eleven-year-old Adelaide Rose MacNeill’s life was turned upside down when her parents were suddenly killed in a storm between Prince Edward Island and the mainland. Her parents had taken a trip to the mainland to shop but the ferry ride home was swept away by the storm. She didn’t know who identified the bodies. All Adelaide found of her mother was a shoe. There were many funerals held the next week. Her half-brother, Lemuel, came for the funeral and to settle their parents’ estate. It was all a whirlwind for Adelaide to see her paren...
Reflections from the past bring a smile to the face! The last couple Morrison’s Cove Herald editions recalled some great memories and reflections that led me to write this brief “Letter to the Editor.” First, in the June 20th edition was the big caption of Central High School’s 2024 graduating class of 143. Wow! That is approximately 80 students less than when I graduated from Central in 1980 when 230 of us graduated. No doubt, the Cove is experiencing population decline like so many other rural areas in the country. Second, in the June 13th ed...
Herald of July 17, 2014 The Roaring Spring Municipal Authority is in the process of acquiring rights of way for its $3.5-million wastewater system improvement project. Experts, county commissioners and those who have gone through reassessment are urging agriculture landowners to pay careful attention to the process. They’re also suggesting that ag landowners consider entering the state’s Clean and Green program as Blair County goes about setting new values for all real estate. U.S. Congressman Bill Shuster (R-9th District) has announced sev...
Herald of July 22, 1999 In response to weeks and months of little or no rainfall in much of the state, Gov. Tom Ridge this week declared a drought emergency across much of the state, including Blair, Bedford and surrounding counties. Ridge characterized the current drought as the worst since 1964, and said it is threatening to deplete the state’s water supplies. A Martinsburg athlete recently competed as a member of the Team USA bowling squad at the Special Olympics World Games, held June 24 to July 5 at Raleigh, N.C. Shane Metzler, 24, son o...
Herald of July 18, 1974 It has been six months since the bank at Woodbury was robbed by a masked gunman. Hundreds of hours of investigation have failed to turn up a suspect in the case, according to police. The Saxton electric generation station, which first went into operation in 1923, will be closed on Dec. 1, 1974, according to a public announcement by a representative of the operating firm, the Pennsylvania Electric Co. Officials of the Roaring Spring of Appleton Papers Inc., expect the pulp mill area to be back in operation Friday. Two...
Herald of July 21, 1949 Repair expenditures on Blair County’s non-farm homes will total an estimated $5,243,000 during 1949 and will serve as an important factor in keeping both labor and business activity at high levels, according to a report just released by the Title Council of America. One of the outstanding features of the Altoona Centennial two-day Air Show to be held Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and August 14 at the Blair County Airport, Martinsburg, will be the presence of Air Force and Navy Fighting Planes. The Blue Mountain C...
Herald of July 18, 1924 By Aug. 1, new electric power lines were to have been installed in Roaring Spring, along with the construction of a 13,200 - volt line from the Claysburg substation via Ore Hill to Roaring Spring. This change brought the source of power to Roaring Spring from Saxton instead of from the power company in Williamsburg. Reduced rates were to go into effect at about the same time–9¢ per kilowatt hour for the first 30 hours and 5¢ per kilowatt hour for the excess with a minimum charge of $1 per month. While unloading hay and...
Herald of July 21, 1899 A large number of counterfeit half dollars were being circulated in Altoona. It was believed that they were being coined by a group of counterfeiters in or near the city. The coins were easily identified as they were defectively made. A Bellefonte farmer, John Evans, escaped serious injury or death when he was almost burned alive in a grain field. While driving a binder, to which three horses were attached, in a harvest field in Nippenose Valley, near the Oriole cave, the earth opened and the horses, driver and binder...
In 2024, each generation has its own name. I never heard about age group titles until the “Boomers”. They started in 1946 and continued until 1965, which means my children are Boomers. My age group is referred to as the Silent Generation. We are known for conforming to whatever the government put in place. We, and when I say “We” I mean the majority, did not believe in birth out of wedlock. Divorce was frowned upon. We had children younger than any other generation. On the whole, we did not go against the system or government. Notice I said, “D...
By Laura Burke Blair County Commissioner It is no secret that Blair County Children Youth and Families has struggled during the last several years. The Agency faces a complex situation that is affected by over-regulation, workforce shortages, high volume of referrals, not to mention low morale and burnout among staff. Recently the County entered into a Settlement Agreement with the Department of Human Services to restore its license while we continue to work to correct the problems that have developed over the last several years. One item of...
By Jane Knisley Claysburg Area Public Library “First Lie Wins” by Ashley Elston is a must read for anyone who enjoys thrillers and mysteries! Evie Porter has a perfect life. A handsome boyfriend, a beautiful home and a great group of friends. It almost seems too good to be true… because it is. The secret? Evie Porter doesn’t actually exist. The routine is always the same; she is given a portfolio with an identity and location then later comes the mark - all courtesy of Mr. Smith, who she’s never met. Her current target is Ryan Sumner, a...
In the year 2024, the immense capabilities of technology are almost beyond comprehension. One can undergo medical testing and, a few hours later, the results are on a phone app. Security cameras enable homeowners to keep an eye on their pets while at work or witness the delivery of a package while on vacation. Most churches provide on-line options of their services for public viewing every week. So why is the Spring Cove School District still not live-streaming or, at the very least, posting recordings of our school board meetings for parents...
Before I describe my feelings about the actions of Kevin Smith at the June 17 th Spring Cove School Board meeting, let me tell you about my experience as an educator. For 35 years before moving to this area, I was an educator in several capacities. One was to help mentor young people entering the field of education. At the first Spring Cove school board meeting that I attended something happened that I have never ever seen before, a director voted against the appointment of a teacher without explanation nor reason. That is unheard of in any...
As one of the most anticipated romantasy books of 2024, Danielle L Jensen’s A Fate Inked in Blood did not disappoint! It is foretold that a Shield Maiden will unite Skaland under the one who controls her fate. Enter Freya. Freya is in an unwanted marriage to a fisherman, spending her days being a violent Viking’s housewife and dreaming of becoming a warrior. She also has a big secret - she has a drop of the goddess’s blood, which allows her to repel any attack. Suddenly, her circumstances change and not only is she forced to fight for her l...
I would like to thank you for the articles you have printed concerning Leah Shackley’s training and quest to be able to swim for the USA at the summer Olympics in Paris in July. By the time you read today’s paper we should have a pretty good idea if she has qualified in any of her events. Quite a few from the Cove and Hollidaysburg/Altoona area have been watching her train for the last 5 years at the Blair Regional YMCA and feel she has a good chance to qualify, and if she doesn’t make it this time, it’s not lack of training or desire. She is...
I attended the meeting of the Spring Cove School District Board of Directors on Monday, June 17. I was there because the board was going to vote on whether to hire my daughter Helena as a 7th-Grade English teacher. Before the vote on hiring, the board had to deal with the question of where to set the tax rate for the 2024-25 school year and then vote on the resulting annual budget. I spent about 25 years attending and writing about government and school board meetings as a reporter so the discussion around the tax and budget votes was familiar...
David Reid, an American photographer, was visiting Poland and was befriended by Baron Roenne. The Baron was interested in anything American. He even had a car sent to his home from America. The Baron’s daughter, Nadia, met David at a social event at her home. Nadia did not have the fascination with America or Americans that her father did. Yet, she was the perfect daughter of an aristocrat and danced with the American. Baron Roenne was aware of the Nazi activities spreading across Europe. He asked David to take care of his wife and daughter a...
Hello Beautiful is a modern version of Little Women. Charlie and Rose Padavano raised four close-knit daughters. Julia was the oldest. She was the organizer and planner. If there was a problem, they went to Julia. She always had the answers. She had her life and the lives of her sisters all planned out. Sylvie was the second. She worked at the local library. Sylvie dreamed of meeting her soul mate. No ordinary boyfriend would do. Then there was the twins, Emeline and Cecelia. Emeline loved working with children. She was a nurturer. Cecelia was...
If you’re planning to spend time outdoors, you may bring along a few essentials, like a hat or sunglasses. But before you head out, there’s one thing you should never forget — sunscreen. Whether it comes in a can or a tube, proper sun protection can help you avoid a sunburn. Getting a sunburn, even a minor one, damages your skin. The best way to protect yourself from the sun’s rays is to wear sunscreen. The sun produces two types of rays — ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB). UVB rays cause sunburn, while UVA rays lead to deeper sk...
If you have headaches, you know how debilitating and intense they can be. Sometimes, an over-the-counter pain reliever is enough to dull the pain. But what if you need more? There are actually hundreds of different types of headaches, all with different causes and treatments. It’s also important to remember that headaches can occur in children as well, not just adults. When you understand the type of headache you have, you can treat it more effectively. Here are some of the common headache types and what treatments may work for each one. T...
As a resident of Martinsburg, I am proud that the community recognizes patriotic days such as Memorial Day. My wife and I attended the past Memorial Day recognition at Memorial Park hosted by VFW. While somber and dignified, I left with some observations that were disappointing and detracted from the event. 1. The Program handed out said, “Today is a day of remembrance and honor of all those that fought for the freedoms we have today,” no that is Veteran’s Day; 2. The Memorial park Banquet Hall was less than half filled; 3. Only one Borou...
The Friends of the Martinsburg Community Library wish to thank everyone who helped make this year’s outdoor Book Sale such a success. Like everything in life when many community members pitch in and help an event becomes a success in many ways. This year’s used book sale was a success despite a heavy rainfall that made for a lot of hard work to save books. The Friends want to thank the whole Morrison Cove community for their support. We also want to thank the following people: Sharlene Scottie, Reggie Nevins, the Boy Scouts of Martinsburg, and...
Put me on the side of those who prefer the hymn “Lift Every Voice and Sing” — should have been sung as part of the program.The song had quite a history and legacy. Ideally, every church in the Cove will include this hymn in their worship to promote inclusion of everyone in our society. Jim Glunt Martinsburg...
Bri Tucker was recently hired as a fire investigator. Ironically, she was called to investigate the fire at Les Kavanaugh’s house. It seemed ironic that Mr. Kavanaugh, a retired fire investigator, would die in a house fire. ATF was called in to help Bri, not that she needed the help. Marc Davis from ATF arrived at the scene. Marc had recently moved to St. Louis to care for his grandmother who had cancer. Bri was determined to keep their investigation strictly professional in spite of the fact that Marc was a very attractive young man. Marc c...
I do not know Dr. Betsy Baker. I have never spoken with her, been introduced to her or even know what she looks like. I have no children in the district and never have. I do, however, have a daughter who is just beginning her career as an educator and have learned from her that people do not get into education for anything other than the love of children and learning. From where I stand Dr. Baker still has that love that led her to education back at the beginning of her career. I can’t imagine fighting an uphill battle EVERY DAY unless you t...
You’re probably familiar with the noticeable physical effects after someone has a stroke. But personality and behavioral changes after stroke are common, too. It’s not surprising: A stroke is a significant medical event that disrupts blood flow to the brain — the seat of our emotions and behaviors. These personality and behavioral changes can vary quite a bit from one person to the next, depending on which part of the brain the stroke affected. A stroke on one side or portion of the brain will cause different problems than a stroke on the o...
Wallace has made two wise choices. First off, he doesn’t begin with information about World War II and nuclear energy physics. Instead, he starts with Harry Truman and the enormous, unexpected responsibility Truman must take on in the wake of FDR’s passing. Of course, part of that duty is to decide whether or not to use the atomic bomb, which raises numerous moral, military, and geopolitical issues. Even the hazy future of our life on Earth is revealed in this research. Wallace drew me into the...
I side with Mr. Hershberger. This was a very poor decision on the part of the Spring Cove School District Superintendent and the Middle School Principal to not let the Middle School Choir perform the song, ”Lift Every Voice and Sing”. Mr. Hershberger had a much better approach. This type of decision is why the public school system in our country and now in the cove is in such a mess. It was said this was all done in the spirit of inclusion and to avoid controversy and conflict. What a Crock! No Controversy? How did that work out!! We no lon...
What a welcome sight are the beautiful flowers in planters at the Square and the corner of Allegheny and Walnut Street in Martinsburg! We would like to thank these greenhouses for their donations of all the plants: Brubakers, Piney Creek, and Spring Farm. Also, thanks to those that planted, and those who will water and care for these plants all summer, and those businesses, Leidy’s and Garman’s that will provide the water! It is very much appreciated! Linda K. Smith Martinsburg Flower Committee...
Reading NO EXIT makes you feel as though you’re riding a roller coaster. It begins out slowly, but after you get through the first obvious twist, it quickly picks up speed and there is no way out until the very end. No Exit has all the elements of a successful thriller film: a clever setup, a few unnerving characters, and engaging storytelling that will keep you guessing right up until the very end. When you think you have everything worked out, something will change. The turns are precisely t...
When it comes to garments and fashion - what’s in style and what attire is best for different situations - I admit that I am a total moron. The only exception to my insufficient vesture knowledge is my underwear. I wrote the book when it comes to a man’s underclothing and I am an expert regarding what choice a man should make when it comes to donning a particular style. Jockey briefs From my early childhood years through my forties, I’d always worn jockey briefs. I guess my mom purchased those for me when I was a kid and I just never quest...
Alyson The universe surrounding the characters in Noel’s novel is vividly described, and boy, what a great world it is! For me, this book has been fantastic. Although it was a pleasant surprise, I still don’t know who Damen is since at the time I was completely unaware of the series’ true purpose. Being in the dark has been a lovely surprise. I only realized he was immortal because of the series’ name, which makes sense given that it is about immortals. Ever has been one of my favorite people,...
My name is J. Patrick McGill and I am a music teacher in Washington County. I am also married to Bethany Mingle, a 2001 graduate of Central High School. We met in Pittsburgh where both of us have had successful careers as singers with the most prestigious organizations in the city, including the Pittsburgh Opera, Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, and Resonance Works Pittsburgh, in addition to her work as a physician assistant and mine as a teacher. We are both appalled at the hasty removal of the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing” from the Spr...
I’m writing in reference to the decision that was made by members of our Spring Cove School District administration to exclude the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing” from the Spring Concert performed at the Middle School on May 7, 2024. As a parent, I am saddened by this decision as it directly affected my son who is a chorus member. The excluded song was his favorite song that they had learned for this concert and the one he looked forward most to performing. As a person who values education, I am enraged by this instance of censorship. How do w...
On Thursday, May 9 while driving a blue Jeep, I was very rude to you in the Ollie’s parking lot located in Duncansville. It was early afternoon when the incident happened . It was raining and a very sweet gentleman had pulled up to the exit door so he could assist his dear wife get into their car. While the gentleman was putting their packages in the trunk, I rushed from the store to my Jeep and began backing out of my parking space. I tried to squeeze out and rush off, but because of the way the Buick was positioned, I was blocked in. The gent...
Many years ago, President Eisenhower drove through the Cove. He named it “The Land of Milk and Honey.” Sadly, if a dignitary visited the area today, he or she would call it “The Land of the Silenced.” Over the last year I have seen numerous efforts by some citizens to silence anyone who is different than they are. For example, several months ago a church in the Cove used the bulk of their endowment so in order to disaffiliate from their national church organization, and in that way, they could keep people they didn’t like or judged out of th...
Did you ever do something so ridiculous, you just had to laugh at yourself? I seem to have a knack for that sort of thing. For instance, we have a red Subaru, so in my mind every red Subaru, actually, every red car is ours. I jumped in a red car with a church family one Sunday morning. They laughed and said, sure, I could go home with them. I am constantly peering into red cars as I hit the unlock button before I realize it is not our red car. But the worst was the day my husband dropped me off for a doctor’s appointment in Altoona then went t...
With new discoveries and technologies developing at lightning speed, our fast-paced world is becoming increasingly interdependent. What happens in one region can have an almost instantaneous impact a world away. And it’s not just global events that can have this effect. Business productivity and global economies are increasingly tied together. What’s happening in one industry can have significant ramifications on another. The ripple effects are ongoing. One current example is the Biden administration’s pause on U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG)...
By Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) Sen. Christine Tartaglione (D-2) Rep. Jessica Benham (D-36) Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-44) It’s hard to believe that right now, in the 21st Century, countless Pennsylvanians are losing access to affordable prescription drugs. But that’s exactly what’s happening as more and more community pharmacies are being forced to close their doors due to the little-known role pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) play in our health care system. Because of PBMs, our commonwealth’s community pharmacies are faced with Medicaid reimbur...
The writers make it plain right away that they are not conspiracy theorists, but they do provide evidence for those hypotheses in their sections on JFK’s formidable foes who would have been ready and able to carry out the assassination. This chapter about his family’s ascent to prominence includes information about his family’s connections to Mafia leaders and associates, including Frank Sinatra. JFK’s bond with Martin Luther King, Jr. and their shared distaste for Vice President Johnson...
On April 4, my husband of almost 65 years turned 90. It was certainly cause for celebration, but what kind and how big? We remembered our son, Edwin, will be turning 60 in May so possibly, a double party? But wait, there is my brother, Jay, who will turn 80 in November and our grandson, Cory, who will be 40 in October. Calling in the family squad plus a few assorted friends, we planned a party for the birthday boys in June. It will be a four-day event in Virginia. They are the most loved men in my life and all of them have at least a slight...
In the book Blind Side, a homeless teenager is taken in by a married couple who see him on the side of the road and give him a place to live. He develops a close bond with them while he is with them, and when he starts going to a luxury event where many white Americans attend, he only has a few pairs of clothes. Although he doesn’t have the best grades in the world and is only beginning to play football, security is his top priority. As a result of his adoptive parents taking advantage of t...
To the Editor: The primary election for the 80th District state representative race is being watched across the Commonwealth. Rep. Jim Gregory has served since 2018 and has campaigned as being a conservative standing up for our community and our values. How conservative is it for our representative to nominate and vote in favor of a far-left liberal democrat to be speaker of the House when the Republicans have a slim majority? How conservative is it to continue to vote to fund the University of Pittsburgh in light of its abhorrent conduct with...
It was really informative for individuals who are addicted to the thrill rush that war can be entirely rewarding in more ways than just conflict. It was an extremely intriguing book to read. The author was one of these men; when offered a promotion to an office job as a planner, he declined it because what he really wanted to do was be in the thick of the action with a gun and his friends. He was willing to put up with all manner of hardship and danger in addition to declining a pay raise to do this. Kyle has many amusing tales to tell about...
Ever wonder why we have “April Fool’s Day”? Why not May Fool or August Fool? The practice of telling someone their shoelace is untied when it is not or sending someone on a foolish errand is pretty much observed all over the world. In many countries, according to Britannica Online, newspapers or radio stations might observe this special event with false headlines or stories. When I worked at the Bedford Gazette it was an annual fun time to think up something to fool the readers. One was a picture of a submarine that had supposedly subme...
It is a well-written, gripping work of historical fiction set during World War II and an espionage thriller. The story moves quickly and includes an endearing heroine, suspense, intrigue, turns, and twists. The author’s remarks are fascinating and helpful, and readers will value them considerably. It was jam-packed with all kinds of drama involving the French fighter network that never ought to have occurred but did. She was crucial in the case of an engineer who had passed away, but she had l...
A letter to the editor from Wayne Bush published on Page A-4 in the April 4, 2024, edition of the Herald neglected to include Mr. Bush’s place of residence. Mr. Bush’s residence should have appeared as Roaring Spring. Editor’s Note: We want to get it right! If you spot an error in the Herald’s pages, please contact us. We will print a correction or explanation as soon as we can. Send corrections to [email protected] or call 793-2144. Thank you for keeping the Herald accurate and reliable....
To the Editor: Why did I abandon my previous support for Jim Gregory? Because he abandoned us with his nominating and voting for Mark Rozzi, a liberal, pro-abortion Democrat for speaker of the House of Representatives in Pennsylvania in January 2023. When I decide who I’m going to support and vote for each election, I make sure the candidate I support is pro-life. Jim Gregory is pro-life too, according to the PA Pro-Life Federation. If that is the case, how come he didn’t vote pro-life for speaker of the House as my state representative? The...
To the Editor: As chief of the Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Department, I encourage all voters in the 80th District to cast their votes for Jim Gregory for state representative. Jim has been more than a friend to the volunteer fire service and he has been a reliable source of much needed funding. Volunteer fire companies rely on fundraisers and donations, but it is not enough. Jim recognizes that and has helped secure grant money and pointed us in the direction of other funding sources. When the fire whistle blows, it is important to know...
