Proposed Park at Appvion Site Approached with 'Cautious Optimism'
When a group of investors, known collectively as Roaring Spring Park LLC, purchased the former Appvion Paper Mill site, the new owners said their intention was to identify the best use of the...
Been Working So Hard
Central High School is gearing up for its first theater production in about 14 years. The last show Central performed was "Little Shop of Horrors" during the 2008-09 school year, according to Central...
Job Fair to be Held on Bedford County Fairgrounds on April 5
WHAT: Job Fair – Wednesday, April 5, hosted by PA CareerLink Bedford County and community partners WHERE: Bedford County Fairgrounds: Jordan Hall, 729 W Pitt St., Bedford, PA 15522 WHEN/WHO: 9:30 a.m.: Reserved for Veterans 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.:...
Heltzel, Longenecker Awarded Scholarships from Premier
Two local students were recently awarded scholarships from Premier Select Sires. Darcy Heltzel of Martinsburg and Katheryn Longenecker of Williamsburg received scholarships between $750 and $1,250. Premier Select Sires awarded a total of $25,950 to...
Roaring Spring Man Facing Felony Trafficking, Assault of Minors Charges
A Roaring Spring man is facing multiple felony counts of trafficking after an investigation by Roaring Spring police and Blair County Children Youth and Families (CYF) led to allegations of...
Spring Cove School District Looks into Textbooks, Resources For Multiple Courses
The regular March meeting of the Spring Cove School District Board of Directors opened with a special presentation on textbooks and resources for secondary social studies, foreign languages, and Central High School’s environmental science. The...
Don't Sell Your Property for a Quick Buck
The Herald recently received word of a scam circulating the county. A Martinsburg resident forwarded two letters to the Herald, both representing “companies” that make cash offers on vacant land. The first letter received was from a Greg...
Claysburg Area Hall of Fame Announces 2023 Inductees
The Claysburg Area Hall of Fame has announced the induction of its ninth class on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Claysburg-Kimmel High School Auditorium. The ceremony begins at 3 p.m. with a...
Catharine Township Hears Audit Report
Catharine Township Supervisors heard from Auditor Daryl Cole about the 2022 audit report during last Thursday evening’s meeting. Cole said that there were four new items on the audit report, but praised Secretary Heather Flaig for working hard...
Asleep At the Wheel: Drivers Unaware of How Drowsy They Are
Something that most drivers experience but may not realize until it's too late – feeling drowsy – plays an undetermined role in traffic crashes, injuries, and deaths. Although underreported in...
JkTV Entertains Lady Pirates Fans
Williamsburg Lady Pirate Basketball fans have been entertained this season by Jill (Tate) Norris' livestream of the games on the team's Facebook page. Norris' broadcast commentary is a mix of...
New NB Track Coach Hoping Athletes Will 'Bring Something Different to the Table'
Coach: Garry Black Number of Years as Head Coach: 1st Year League: ICC Last Year’s Record: 8-3 overall 8-3 in ICC Returning Starters: SENIORS – Dominic Francis (Sprints), Noah Pittman (Jumps), Jacob Sensenig (Throws), Jestin Fernandez (Throws)...
Best of Times, Worst of Times
Though Williamsburg's LeeAnna Royer and Ayla Hileman had cause for celebration after their overtime win over Dubois Central Catholic, Royer was later consoled by teammate Claire Carper after fouling...
Saturday is for Mentored Youth
Saturday (March 25) is the day for young trout fishermen to get a jump on the regular trout season. It is the Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day. This is a statewide one-day opportunity for young...
Lady Pirates Finish Season
Above, the Lady Pirates celebrate their win against DuBois Catholic, which went into overtime. The game ended with a 48-45 score. Though the next game ended in a loss, the girls had a successful...
NBC Softball Looking to Improve Throughout Season
Coach: Shane Suter Number Of Years As Head Coach: 1st Season League: ICC Last Year's Record: 7-11 Returning Letterwinners: Emily Green, Abby Kline, Lydia Ritchey, Sarah Snare, Olivia Walter, Addison...
Northern Bedford Baseball Has Eyes on District Championship
Coach: Ryan Cherry Number of Years as Head Coach: 2 Career Record: 7-12 League: Inter-County Conference Last Year's Record: 7-12 Strengths: Pitching, team-first mindset Concerns: Staying healthy...
Varsity Baseball Hope to Find Footing with New Coach
Coach: Jerry Palmer Number of Years as Head Coach: 1st year League: ICC North Last Year's Record: 7-13 Returning Starters: Seniors – Alex Brantner, IF/C; Coltyn Wagner, 3RD/1ST Juniors – Rowan...
Williamsburg Track and Field Ready to Compete
Coach: Steven Butler Number of Years as Head Coach: 4 Last Year’s Record: Overall: 0 – 8 League: 0 – 7 League: ICC Returning Letter Winners: SENIORS – Justin Brubaker, Jade Carper, Levi Hoover, Ethan Watkin JUNIORS – Jeremiah Ross, Jayse...
Williamsburg Softball Gearing Up for Competitive Season
Coach Name: Debbie Fay Number of Years as Head Coach: 7 League: ICC North Last Year’s Record: Overall: 6-10 League: 5-7 Returning Starters: SENIORS – Kendal Norris, Giavanna Tomasiello JUNIORS – Kara Lansberry, Laney Prough, MeCenzie...
Discovery Of Root Anatomy Gene May Lead To Breeding More Resilient Corn Crops
A new discovery, reported today in a global study that encompassed more than a decade of research, could lead to the breeding of corn crops that can withstand drought and low-nitrogen soil conditions and ultimately ease global food insecurity,...
'Wilderness Tales: Forty Stories of the North American Wild' Edited by Diana Fuss
“Wilderness Tales: Forty Stories of the North American Wild” is a collection of short stories about life in the North American outdoors. These stories run the gambit from classic literature to...
Fisher Running a Republican Campaign for School Board
Misti Fisher is running for a seat on the Spring Cove School Board. Fisher is a wife and mother of three children; a daughter who is a recent graduate of Spring Cove, and two sons who are current...
March is Save Your Vision Month; Building Awareness of and Treatment for Dry Eye
The symptoms of dry eye disease are well known to many of us and can include some or all of the following: red and watery eyes, a sandy/gritty sensation, blurry vision, burning, and eye fatigue. These symptoms of dry eye disease occur when the...
Gerald Hess
Gerald H. Hess, 88, of Martinsburg, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022. He was born in Elizabethtown, son of the late Paul and Parthene (Hauenstein) Hess. Surviving are two daughters: Tracy Brenner (Bill) and Tressa Cousar (Bill); four...
Nancy J. Holsinger
Nancy J. Holsinger, 76, of rural Roaring Spring, went home to be with her Lord, Tuesday afternoon, March 14, 2023, at UPMC Altoona. She was born Dec. 11, 1946, in Roaring Spring, daughter of the late...
Robin Elaine Morgan
Robin Elaine Morgan, 64, of rural Williamsburg and formerly of Southern California, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at UPMC Altoona surrounded by her...
Kathryn Jane Hinish
Kathryn Jane Hinish, also known as FlowerWitch, 31, originally of Reedsville, passed away on March 16, 2023, in New York City after a brief illness. Kate was the daughter of father Joseph Hinish and...
Betty Louise Clapper
Betty Louise Clapper, 94, formerly of Texas Corner Rd, New Enterprise, and Jacks Corner Rd, Hopewell, entered into the heavenly realm on March 17, 2023. Blessed to live unassisted through her 93rd...
'Potato Head' Offers His Side of the '75 Rescue
Most folks middle-aged or beyond likely have memory of the deep-throated commentator who could be heard on the radio daily with his “Rest of the Story” insights into life. Well, we have our own Morrisons Cove rest of the story from the look...
Williamsburg Ladies Fellowship Celebrates 93rd Birthday
Williamsburg Church of the Brethren's Ladies Fellowship celebrated Evelyn Hetrick's 93th birthday last week. Hetrick was born on St. Patrick's Day. The...
Tabbycakes Bakes Coming to Area
There will be a new food truck hitting the streets of Williamsburg and surrounding areas soon. Keep your eyes out for Tabbycakes Bakes LLC. Tabbycakes is the brain child of Williamsburg native...
What's the Word in Williamsburg?
Benefit Auction The Williamsburg Community Farm Show will be hosting their annual Benefit Auction on Saturday, March 25, at the Farm Show Complex, beginning at 10 a.m. The auction will feature a wide variety of new and used items such as furniture,...
10 Years Ago
Herald of March 28, 2013 Snow forced area schools to extend their school years due to cancellations for snow days. The Cove area received 57.16 inches of snow since November. Northern Bedford School District added archery to its physical education...
75 Years Ago
Herald of April 1, 1948 The Albright Church of the Brethren has been completely repaired and greatly improved since the disastrous fire and desecration destroyed its beauty and usefulness on October 10, 1947. As a rededication of the building the...
25 Years Ago
Herald of April 2, 1998 The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is scheduled to open bids next week in Harrisburg for the restoration of the platform and the construction of a canopy over it at the Roaring Spring Railroad Station. The project...
100 Years Ago
Herald of March 30, 1923 Representative Simon F. Zook has introduced a bill to have established and maintained at the sole expense of the state the road from Williamsburg in Blair county over the Piney Creek road by way of Royer and Barbara to...
50 Years Ago
Herald of March 29, 1973 The Dar-Wil Dairy Mart on the Curryville road is installing a new self-service gasoline system. The customer will drive to the pump, request a certain amount of gasoline on an intercom system, serve himself, and pay at the...
125 Years Ago
Herald of March 24, 1898 In accordance with the appeal sent out by the “Christian Herald” of New York, a meeting is called in the interest of the distressed and starving Cubans, in the Lutheran church on Sunday afternoon. At this meeting it is...
Food Pantry Receives Donation from Memorial Church of the Brethren
Recently, a donation was made to the Martinsburg Food Pantry from a bequest given to Memorial Church of the Brethren. The local food pantry helps many in the community on a monthly basis and is very...
Thought for the Week
God gave Israel responsibility to eliminate the nations that were occupying the “Promised Land.” Why? Well, to begin with, these nations were evil. We note they were evil way back when Abraham lived more than 700 years before the times of...
Abiding and Asking
In my previous column I wrote about my college roommate and the impact that John 15 had on him as he wrote a long paper on it. It occurred to me that he might like to read what I had written. I was able to track down what I hoped was a current...