RESCHEDULED: 'Biblical Meaning of Christmas' Coming Up in Claysburg

Claysburg Ministerium is presenting "The Biblical Meaning of Christmas" on Sunday, Dec. 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. It was rescheduled due to expected inclement weather. It is a drive-by with five different...

Tips To Help Houseplants Thrive Over The Winter

Outdoor plants might not bloom or thrive once winter arrives, but houseplants can make it through the season with a few simple strategies. • Cut back on watering, if necessary. The relationship between sunlight and water in regard to...

How to Winterize Your Landscaping Tools

Winter is just around the corner, and while most of us are busy preparing our homes and vehicles for the cold months ahead, it’s important not to forget about our trusty landscaping tools. These essential tools help us maintain our lawns...

Newly Elected Members Join Spring Cove School Board

The Spring Cove School District Board of Directors saw four new members and one incumbent take the oath of office administered by District Judge Andrew Blattenberger. Newcomers Gretchen Bettwy, Misti...

RS Firefighters Complete Additional Training

Being a volunteer firefighter takes a level of commitment that goes beyond showing up on the scene of an incident. While having an adequate amount of manpower to fight a fire is vital, it’s the things the public doesn’t see, the hours of...

Nason Auxiliary Holds Live Nativity to Reach Out to the Community

With Christmas on its way, local volunteers are looking for new ways to spread cheer and raise money for the community. As a way to start the holiday season, the Nason Hospital Auxiliary held a live...

Smiths Wow FFA for Combined 12 Years

Name: Laurel Smith School: Penn Mont Academy Parents: Randy and Tami Smith 4-H Club: Little Cow Tails, Kids for Kids, Potato Judging Team Years involved with 4-H: 4 4-H projects: (lambs or other...

Christmas Treats: From Past to Present, Ornaments to Gifts

It’s just five inches, as wide as it is tall, and its red flocked suit with white trim has seen better days. But that dime-store Santa has been on the Sam and Kathy Mellott Christmas tree every year for — as of this year — 53 Christmases....

BPW Celebrating 75 Years of Service Building Powerful Women Professionally, Personally

As more holidays approach, the Martinsburg Business & Professional Women’s Club (BPW) celebrates the season on Thursday, Dec. 21, starting at 5:30 p.m. with a meal, special guest BPW District 5 Director Joan LaSalle and the experiences of...

Grant Applications Postponed at Authority

Stiffler-McGraw engineer John Clabaugh gave an update regarding the two pending grant applications from the Williamsburg Municipal Authority during their Tuesday, Nov. 14, meeting. Currently, the authority has two grant applications pending: a...

Taking the Shot This Season

Cove basketball is back for its 2023-24 season. Williamsburg and Northern Bedford saw some action this week. The Blue Pirates defeated Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy 69-40. The Panthers fell to...

Lady Dragon Basketball Opens Season in Tourney

The Lady Dragon Basketball team opened their season with two games in a tournament: first against the Marion Center Lady Stingers and the West Shamokin Lady Wolves. After suffering a 49-30 loss, the Dragons bounced back in the second matchup with a...

PGC Advocates Deer Slaughter

Just when you think the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) could not dream up anything else to upset Pennsylvania sportsmen, it comes up with another program that does just that. It calls the program “Fill an Antlerless Tag for the Future.” It...

Please Help Keep the Herald Here and Healthy

The Herald is asking for your help. Yes, you, the Herald reader. First, some important background. Then I’ll explain what I’m asking of you. You might not be aware that local newspapers like the Herald are vanishing fast. All across the United...

Martinsburg Musings from the 1950s: Part Two

More on Kreider’s Atlantic service station on Allegheny Street, one of at least five businesses in town that sold gasoline: In the 1950s people were loyal to their brand, so everyone had their favored station. Glenn Kreider, joined later by his...

John Edward Baker

John Edward Baker, 70, of Hopewell, went to be with the Lord in his home Monday, Nov. 27, 2023. He was born Sept. 24, 1953, in Roaring Spring, the son of the late John Replogle “Jack” Baker and...

Dorothy Elizabeth (Hurd) Richards

Dorothy Elizabeth (Hurd) Richards, 97, a resident of Homewood at Martinsburg, passed away Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 at the home. She was born Nov. 6, 1926, in Clementon Twp, NJ, the daughter of the late...

Holiday Wreath Dos And Don'ts

No greenery is more recognized during the holiday season than Christmas trees. However, wreaths likely take a close second to towering evergreens when it comes to green holiday decor. It is important...

Tips To Pick The Perfect Christmas Tree

Christmas trees are among the most recognizable symbols of the holiday season, and the popularity of trees is undeniable. According to the National Christmas Tree Association, approximately 25 to 30...

Furnish A Home For Comfort

The pandemic changed much about the way people live, including a propensity for spending more time at home. In 2020, people spent far less waking time, roughly an hour and a half less on average, with people outside of their own households. Though...

Plan the Perfect Spa Bathroom Remodel

Many health and wellness regimens include treatments that promote relaxation and comfort. According to IBIS Worldwide, revenue for health and wellness spas across the United States has risen at a rate of 1.1 percent over the past five years,...

How To Create A Welcoming Entertaining Space At Home

The lasting effects of the pandemic that swept across the globe in 2020 will be studied for years to come. Though some consequences have yet to be discovered, others, including a heightened desire to...

Organizational Tips For Bathrooms And Laundry Spaces

No two homes are exactly alike. While homes typically feature certain common amenities, even in planned communities homeowners do their best to set their homes apart from others in the development....

Modern Kitchen Features To Consider

With so much time spent in the kitchen, it’s no wonder kitchen renovations are popular. In fact, data from the National Association of Home Builders indicates kitchens are the most popular room to remodel. Whether homeowners are planning a full...

Winter Grass Problems: How to Prevent and Address Them

As winter approaches, our once-vibrant lawns transition into a dormant landscape, sometimes hidden beneath frost and snow. While the urge to hibernate indoors is strong, it’s crucial to remember that winter brings its own set of challenges for...

Practice Fireplace Safety During The Holiday Season

Gatherings with family and friends are an integral component of the holiday season. Certain rooms in the house are on display more than others, with kitchens, dining rooms and living areas serving as...

Snow Blower Tips to Keep in Mind

Meteorologists are predicting an El Nino weather pattern this winter. What that spells out for particular regions of the country remains to be seen, but when snow hits certain areas hard, cleanup...

'Blue Christmas' Allows Remembrance

“Blue Christmas” is a grief-specialized service provided by the First Church of the Brethren, Roaring Spring. It was held this past Sunday. Those in attendance could light a candle in remembrance...

Thought for the Week

As we approach the Christmas Season, I’d like us to think about some of the Biblical personalities in the Story. It would be easy to remember them and not think they were real. But, they were....

Christmas Craft Show Sees 40 Vendors

On Dec. 2 and 3, a Christmas Craft Festival was held in St. Johns United Church of Christ Hall in Bedford. There were more than 40 vendors. The craft show had vendors from different places,...

Faded Photographs

Don’t you love looking at old photographs? They are precious reflections of close familial connections. They record events and gatherings that give our memories glimpses into the past. In today’s world, we can quickly send photographs to each...

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