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First Official Lighting Held for Over's Woodbury Christmas Tree
A community's annual tree lighting was made even bigger thanks to the ambition of one woman. Woodbury residents were welcomed to bring in the holidays with a night of fun held at the Woodbury Area...
Down on the Farm Shows the Horticulture Side of the Ag Industry
To teach locals that farming is more than just livestock, an annual county event looked at farming in a horticultural aspect. As a twist on its annual "Down on the Farm" event, Blair County Chamber of...
'Cove's Got Talent' Continues to Grow After Four Years
An annual talent show enables the community to show what makes them unique while raising money for a local foundation. For the fourth year in a row, Cove's Got Talent took place Saturday, Aug. 19,...
History of the Cove Is Shown Through Local's Book About Iron Furnaces
A local man will help provide a close look at the rich history of the Cove with his writings. Byron Smail will publish a book about the nine different iron furnaces throughout the Cove. Entitled "The...
Area-Based Author Debuts Newest Book to Much Fanfare
A local author was able to get to know her readers while showing off some of her latest work. To celebrate the release of her latest book, "The Summer We Fell in Love," Trisha Ridinger McKee stopped...
Despite Dairy Industry's Problems, Annual Event Continues to Flourish in Williamsburg
A farm's tradition of showing off the importance of the dairy industry continued with lots of education, activities, and sweet treats. Mill Hill Farms, LLC, run by the Biddle Family held Sundae...
Stock's Cruise-In Acts as a Blast From the Past for Car Enthusiasts
Residents had the chance to eat ice cream, listen to music, and look at cars over the weekend, thanks to a summer tradition. Stock's Dairy Delight held its annual Cruise-In Saturday, June 24, from 4...
Family Is Blessed to Have Multiple Generations Help With Dairy Farm and Ice Cream Stand
A local and beloved ice cream stand continues to operate with three generations of the family running it together. Stock's Dairy Delight in Martinsburg has been sharing soft-serve ice cream and other...
Martinsburg Community Library Continues to Stand Tall After 75 Years; Patrons Join Celebrations
A beloved Martinsburg establishment celebrated a milestone by showing its appreciation to the community that has kept it in business for decades. For its 75th anniversary, the Martinsburg Community...
Easter for Eli Sends Over 5k Baskets to Hospitals Across the Nation for 9th Year
A father continues to honor his son's legacy by spreading Easter cheer to children with cancer across the country. Easter for Eli was founded as a way to boost morale for children that were suffering...
Claysburg Bed and Breakfast Showcases Uniqueness of the Are
Even though it has not been open an entire year, a local bed and breakfast has seen plenty of bookings that span into 2024. Since opening in October 2022, Das Gasthaus, the Inn of Claysburg, has seen...
Auxiliary Still Helps Nason Hospital Patients 122 Years Later
Even after 122 years, a hospital's volunteer program remains strong in helping patients, staff and the community. Formed in 1900 as the Ladies' Home Association (LHA), Nason Auxiliary has seen Nason...
SC Trunk-or-Treat Celebrates Joy of Reading
Candy and education intertwined during a Spring Cove District Halloween event. Martinsburg Elementary School hosted its third annual Trunk-or-Treat event Tuesday, Oct. 25. Hundreds of children...
Farm Specializing in Maple Syrup Featured at Blair Chamber Event
There is a lot to learn about the agriculture industry in Blair County, and one annual event helps community members understand it better. Hundreds gathered at Highland Meadows, LLC to partake in...
Party in the Park Returned to the Cove Bigger than Ever
Giving back to those in need in the community can include food, games, and an overall good time with others. The third annual Party at the Park took place Saturday, Aug. 20 from 11:30 a.m. until...
Lions, Local Churches Create Free Events At Spring Dam for the Community
The community of Roaring Spring was brought together for a weekend filled with fun, food and worship. To start the weekend, The Roaring Spring Lions held a picnic at Spring Dam Saturday, Aug. 6,...
Central Senior Helping to Lead Third Cove's Got Talent
Talented folks of the Cove have the chance to show off their unique abilities, thanks to one student's senior project. Rebekah Disney, an upcoming senior at Central High School, decided to take the...
Mill Hill Farms Holds Another Year of Sundae Funday Excitement
Rainy weather could not keep Williamsburg residents from enjoying a day of dairy education and free ice cream. Mill Hill Farms, LLC held its fourth annual Sundae Funday July 17 from 5 until 8 p.m....
CHS Class of 2022 Remembered for Grit, Game and Greatness
Central High School wished the Class of 2022 good luck as 149 seniors graduated June 2. Taking place at the Spring Cove Varsity Football Field, family and friends gathered to commemorate the...
Martinsburg Native Named Blair County Dairy Princess
A new Dairy Princess was named for Blair County, continuing on a family legacy. The Blair County Dairy Princess Pageant took place Saturday, May 21, at the Christian Missionary Alliance (CMA) Church,...
Healthy Lifestyle Resolutions Can Lead to Healthier Sense of the Mind; Fulfill Fitness Goals in the Cove
Improving one’s physical fitness can lead to a healthier mind and understanding of self, as well. For some, the new year comes with new habits in the form of resolutions. A popular resolution is getting into shape or trying a new activity. Though...
Library's Tree Lets Patrons Buy Books To Donate
Patrons have the chance to choose the books that a library receives this holiday season. The Williamsburg Public Library has its Book Wish Tree up for 2021, giving way for patrons to help donate books to the library. The tree was first utilized...
Local Author Dives Into Rich History of Blair County
A local author is putting a spotlight on the shining stars of Blair County once again. Eric Shields recently released a second volume of his book "They Came from Blair County," highlighting the...
Cove Churches Ready to Bring Thanksgiving to All
Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 25, and with the pandemic continuing, many might not be spending time with their loved ones this season. Churches are spreading unity and love to those that need it by providing free Thanksgiving meals, albeit most are...
Biddle's Brewing a Hit With Williamsburg Community
Coffee lovers of Williamsburg united to support two of their own at Biddle’s Brewing grand opening. The coffee truck opened up shop Saturday, Oct. 23, in Williamsburg at 8 a.m. The coffee truck was a collaborative project by husband and wife Mike a...
Williamsburg Native, Wife Setting Up Coffee Truck
One local is setting up shop to bring the community together through caffeine. Mike and Britt Biddle are setting up their coffee truck, "Biddle's Brewing" in Williamsburg this month. Mike Biddle is a...
'Down on the Farm' Event Memorializes Beloved Farmer
An annual agricultural event provided fun and paid homage to one of the community beloved farmers. The Blair County Chamber of Commerce held its "Down on the Farm" event at Kulp Family Dairy LLC Thurs...
Williamsburg Supt. Explains District's COVID-19 Mask Policy
The safety of the students is Williamsburg's main priority, according to school officials, and is one reason for the district's mask mandate for students. The Williamsburg Community School District...
Woodbury Cafe Switching to Food Truck
After eight years, a local favorite is closing, but the owners are moving on to other ventures. The Woodbury Cafe closed its doors Saturday, Aug. 28 on 134 Main St. Kristi and Daniel Oberman first...
Car Show Aids Local Businesses
Instead of awards, the goal of a recent car show was to give back to local businesses. The sixth annual "Cruisin' the Cove" took place Sunday, Aug. 29, at Shawnee Park in Roaring Spring from 10 a.m. t...
'Party in the Park' Cove Cause for Cancer Brings Community Together
A day of fun, entertainment and food helped support cancer patients in the area. Cove Cause for Cancer held "Party in the Park" Saturday, Aug. 21, in Morrisons Cove Memorial Park from 2 to 11 p.m....
Community Yard Sale Brings Williamsburg Together
A town's tradition shows that people can unite through any means. Williamsburg held its annual community yard sale Saturday, Aug. 7. Many sales began as early as 7 a.m. and ended at dark. All over...
W-Burg Farm Gives Out Free Ice Cream and Dairy Education
The dairy industry is big in Pennsylvania and a local farm wants the community to understand it. The third annual Sundae Funday was held at Mill Hill Farms in Williamsburg from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday,...
Local Man Shares Passion for the Outdoors Through Art
Though it has been two decades, one local man was able to combine his love of art with his love of the outdoors. Brian Ford is an artist from Martinsburg that is a part of HBF Outdoors LLC. His work...
Library Brings Back Summer Reading Program
Even during the summer months, a local library wants to make sure children continue to learn. To help boost children in their reading and understanding of the library, Williamsburg Public Library continues with its Summer Reading Program. Running...
Roaring Spring Pizza Shop Celebrates Pride Month
June was Pride Month and one Cove eatery decided to show its appreciation to customers who celebrated. Those Guys Pizza in Roaring Spring made rainbow colored cheese pizzas June 26. It coincided with...
Smith Transport Announces Four Scholarship Winners
Hard work and the importance of family were the reasons behind one local company's decision to reward its employees' children. Smith Transport honored four of its employees' children with $1,000 schol...
Relay for Life in the Cove Celebrates 20 Years with 44 Survivors
Relay for Life in the Cove took place June 26 at Albright Church of the Brethren in Roaring Spring from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The event included entertainment, raffles and a speech made by the...
W-burg Honors Fallen Soldier with 11th Annual Dice Run
The community came together again to honor one of its fallen members. The 11th annual SPC Chad A. Edmundson Memorial Dice Run & Remembrance Day was held June 5 at Riverside Park. Registration...
'Slingers' Comes to Lower Trail Creamery
The people of Williamsburg were treated to more than just ice cream Memorial Day weekend. Reggie and Leslie Lower, owners of Lower Trail Creamery, arranged for Slingers Throw House to come May 29....
Fireworks Demo Night Benefits Williamsburg Fire Department
The town of Williamsburg brought in Memorial Day with a bang. In collaboration with the Williamsburg Volunteer Fire Department, Brumbaugh Fireworks Display Inc., hosted a demo night at the Williamsbur...
Williamsburg Teen Uses Welding Passion to Create Flowers
Elijah Shultz has figured out how to continue a family trade through another generation in a unique way. Shultz, 15, of Williamsburg has used his passion for welding to make metal roses that he now...
Woodbury Funeral Home Changes Family, Ownership
A local funeral home is seeing changes that may one day include a new family legacy. As of April 9, Weaver Funeral Home in Woodbury has changed owners and become Stone Funeral Home & Cremation...
Family Fun Day Featured Local Crafters and Vendors
Family Fun Day was held at Shawnee Park in Roaring Spring from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 25. A collaboration between Roaring Spring Lions Club and Shawnee Conservation, the event featured food,...
One Year Later, Williamsburg Still 'Blessed' By Food Distribution
Over the past year, it has become standard for members of the Williamsburg community to see Harry Mullins distributing food from the back of a truck. What they may not know is how it began. Robert Kifer, a manager at Weis Market in Altoona, has been...
Huntingdon Cafe Struggles to Recover After COVID
The COVID-19 pandemic may be easing up, but businesses are still facing many obstacles. This has been no different for Jessica Shultz. Though she may now live in Huntingdon, for years Shultz was a...
Williamsburg's Lower Trail Creamery Plans Summertime Events
A local favorite reopened for the season Saturday, Apr. 3. with a new look. The Lower Trail Creamery has been run for four seasons by Leslie Lower and her husband, Reggie. For the past three years,...
