Articles from the February 9, 2023 edition
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Jacqueline Ann RoBear Bice
Jacqueline Ann RoBear Bice, 76, passed from us Jan. 30, 2023, suffering from hemorrhagic stroke. She was born in Pittsburgh July 17, 1946. Jackie graduated from St. John the Baptist High School in...
Melvin Litzenberger
Melvin Litzenberger, 87, of East Freedom went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 1, 2023. He married Thelma Corle in 1961. She preceded him in death. On Dec. 18, 1999, he married Dure Walk. He is survived by his loving wife, two sons: Daniel (Lisa),...
Underage Drinking in Pennsylvania
Over the past five years, underage drinking citations statewide totaled 45,402. In Pennsylvania, an underage drinking citation is issued to anyone under the age of 21 who is caught possessing,...
By 1966 Pirates' Basketball Squad a 'Source of Pride'
Editor’s Note: This article was originally printed in the March 6, 2014, edition of the Herald. Richard Tate has recently written columns covering the 1964, 1965, 1967 and 1968 Williamsburg basketball teams. This column is being reprinted to avoid...
Books to Borrow Martinsburg Public Library Recommends
Mary Margaret, Lilly, and Betsy meet on the bus on the way to Pinecraft, Florida. The three wallflowers of their Amish communities soon become fast friends as they enjoy their time on vacation and...
Amy Webster Announces Second Run For Blair Co. Commissioner
Blair County Commissioner Amy Webster has announced her candidacy for a second term surrounded by supporters. Webster, a Republican, is running on her experience, conservative values, and conservative voting record to cut government spending, improve...
125 Years Ago
Herald of Feb. 10, 1898 Orders for five engines have been placed at the Juniata shops, Altoona. The new engines will be the heaviest on the Pennsylvania railroad system and will weigh something like 110 tons each. They are intended for heavy freight...
50 Years Ago
Herald of Feb. 15, 1973 The three escapees from the Huntingdon State Correctional Institution who forced a Martinsburg area man to haul them to Philadelphia are again behind bars. Two were captured in Camden, N. J. and the other was found in...
100 Years Ago
Herald of Feb. 16, 1923 Owing to the serious illness and death of our father, John. S. Burket, we were unable to finish the Herald of last week. Having the issue partly printed, we are finishing the same and mailing today. We hope our friends will...
25 Years Ago
Herald of Feb. 19, 1998 Roy Karns and his wife Debbie, along with other family members, were planning to travel to Arlington Cemetery for the burial of Harry Furman, Roy’s uncle. Furman was listed as missing at 20 years old after his plane crashed...
75 Years Ago
Herald of Feb. 19, 1948 One of the worst ice jams in recent memory damaged several properties and endangered lives in Yellow Creek this week. Early Saturday morning a foot of water and large chunks of ice flowed through the yard of the Frank B....
10 Years Ago
Herald of Feb. 14, 2013 Wrestlers from Central and Claysburg-Kimmel high schools qualified for the District 6 Class AA tournament at the Altoona Fieldhouse. Four area basketball teams were also going to districts. The Williamsburg boys and girls...
The Best Valentine's Gift
Sometimes I wonder what Valentine would think of Valentine’s Day. He was, after all, a saint. He performed underground marriage ceremonies when they had been outlawed by the Roman government. He...
Thought for the Week
Leaders must follow a code. In the case of religious leaders, there is generally a written code. Since I am following what has been my pattern, the Israelite leader would follow what we call the Old T...
Accounts Vary On Valentine's Day Origins
Valentine’s Day is a bright light in the middle of the winter. Come Feb. 14, sweethearts celebrate their love and affection for one another on this day devoted to happy couples. The origin of Valentine’s Day has generated much speculation over th...
Public Notices
Notice NOTICE is given that the Board of Supervisors of the Township of Freedom will consider an Ordinance amending the Freedom Township Parking Ordinance at its regular meeting to be held on March 7, 2023, at 7:00 pm at the Township Municipal...
Rodney Reider Named Market President Of Conemaugh Health And CEO Of Memorial Medical Campus
Conemaugh Health announced that Rodney Reider has been named the new chief executive officer (CEO) at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center starting Feb. 20. Reider will also assume the role of Market...
Animal Antibiotic and Drug Label Changes Workshop Set in February
Penn State Extension invites dairy and livestock owners to the Animal Antibiotic and Drug Label Changes workshop from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Feb. 28 at the Penn State Extension office in Blair County. Producers will learn about the upcoming changes...
Deadline for Press Club Scholarships Tomorrow
The Press Club of Western Pennsylvania reminds prospective applicants that Feb. 10 is the deadline for its 17th annual $5,000 Bob Fryer Memorial Scholarship as well as the ninth annual $2,500 Press Club Scholarship awarded to aspiring journalists....
WISE Women to Hear from Atty. Emily Freed
The WISE Women of Blair County invites their membership to hear Emily Freed, Esquire, of Family Services Inc. and FSI Justice Project speak at the Feb. 15, 2023 Board meeting. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the ArtsAltoona Building, 2212 6th Ave.,...
Bedford, Blair County Deeds, January 2023
BLAIR COUNTY SUCCESS LAND BUYER INC TO BRANDON HIRT, PROPERTY IN GREENFIELD TWSP, $3,000 –––––––––– LISA S. BURNS TO STEPHEN L. REIGHARD AND JENNIE M. REIGHARD, PROPERTY IN ROARING SPRING BOROUGH, $183,000. ...
SCPR Adds Light To Museum Building
The Southern Cove Power Reunion’s February meeting took place on Feb. 2 at the Club House. Over 20 members were in attendance. The secretary report was given by Melanie Clapper, club secretary. Minutes were accepted as read. Amy Mellott gave the tr...
CHS Student Council Collects, Donates 150+ Books for SCE Kindergartners
The Spring Cove Education Association (SCEA) would like to bring you updates of some of the many positive events that are taking place within our school district with which teachers are involved. In...
PennDOT Announces Highway Safety Survey
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking public input on traffic safety and driving behaviors through its online survey found at www.PennDOT.pa.gov/Safety. “In 2021, 1,230 people died on Pennsylvania roadways. Many of...
Central Rotary Student of the Month Named for February
JILLIAN DALANSKY Parents: Steve and Jann Dalansky School Activities: Cheerleading, Mock Trial, NHS, and Student Council Honors/Awards Received: NHS President, Class President, High Honor Roll...
Curve Charities Donates to Area Non-Profits
Altoona Curve Charities, a 501c3 organization dedicated to supporting local youth programs and organizations that promote exercise, health, activity and education for the betterment of youth and community, is pleased to announce recipients of grant...
Earth to Moon to Claysburg Library
St. Francis University partnered with NASA to create the "Earth to Moon" exhibit, which is now being displayed at the Claysburg Area Public Library. On Feb. 1, three employees of St. Francis...
Furry Friends of the Morrisons Cove Herald
It's not just for humans! Roger Long of Roaring Spring and his cat Pippin enjoy the Herald together....
Brumbaughs Celebrate 70 Years
Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Brumbaugh of Curryville will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary on Valentine's Day, Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Mr. Brumbaugh and the former Doris Showalter were married on...
Opportunities To Meet Judicial, Commissioner Candidates Coming Up in The Cove
Two Judicial & Commissioner Candidate Petition Signing Events and Voter Registrations are coming up in the Cove. Attend to see candidates who want to meet their communities and share their vision for Blair County. The first will take place on...
From the 'Burg to Your Kitchen
Speaking of Buffalo Chicken Dip, I am always asked to bring this to parties, so I thought I’d share my secret recipe with all of you. Ingredients: 3 cups shredded chicken breast 3 Tbsp. Chicken broth 2 packages cream cheese softened 1/2 cup...
Noise Ordinance Comes Into Question at Woodbury
Following some complaints about the recently adopted noise ordinance, Woodbury supervisors reiterated that agricultural vehicles are exempt from the ordinance. Woodbury Township is still looking for road-workers – part-time and full-time; if you...
Ask the Williamsburgers
We are going to take a step back on the love this week and talk about the Super Bowl! Although my team isn’t playing in it, I can still watch the big game with the best snacks. I am always trying to come up with some different snacks and I cannot...
Lego Club Builds Zoo Animals
The Lego Club at the Williamsburg Public Library has been meeting and building all kinds of things from Legos. Last week's theme was Zoo Animals. Here are some cool creations....
Board Making the Farm Show A Year-Round Attraction
"We want to be known for more than just a week out of the year," Farm Show Board President Jeff Walason said of the Farm Show. The Farm Show has now expanded into many different events throughout the...
Locals Share Love Stories
Love is a funny thing. Even after the one who stole your heart is gone, the mention of their name can cause the heart to skip a beat. Just ask Paul Stern. He may be 101, but mention the name Betty...
Six More Weeks of Winter!
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on Thursday, Feb. 2, signifying six more weeks of winter. According to AccuWeather.com's monthly forecast for Martinsburg, we should expect some snow, ice and rain...
Republican Women to Host Rep. Lou Schmitt
Central Pennsylvania Council of Republican Women is hosting state Representative Lou Schmitt on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, at 6 p.m. at the Altoona Grand Hotel Ballroom. Rep. Schmitt will present on how a bill becomes a law, along with recent events...
ICC Basketball 2023 Championships Scheduled
The ICC basketball championships 2023 are set to be held at Claysburg-Kimmel High School on Feb. 17-18, 2023, as follows: Friday, Feb. 17, 2023: Girls Varsity Semi-Final – Day 1 – Game 1 (3:45 p.m.) Girls Varsity Semi-Final – Day 1 – Game 2...
Cove Boys Have Winning Week
Central’s Troy Butler runs a play against Richland Friday at Central High School. The Dragons won 58-37. Northern Bedford’s Collin Yeatts scores on Forbes Road’s David Knepper Monday at...
Picking Up
Forbes Road's Michael Strait and Northern Bedford's Wesley Horsh (top photo) and Northern Bedford's Cullen Lloyd and Forbes Road's Brady Skinner (bottom photo) go after loose balls during second...
The Year's First Trout
With a series of spring-like days during early January, you'd think I would've gotten out fishing a few times. After all, area streams were flowing nicely; and despite low water temperatures, some tro...
Hoenstine to Join Red Flash
Central Senior Jeff Hoenstine will be trading his scarlet for red. Football standout Hoenstine signed his letter of intent to Saint Francis University on Wednesday, Feb. 1, at Morrisons Cove Memorial...
A Win For the Lady Dragons
The Lady Dragons faced three opponents throughout the week: the Bishop Carroll Lady Huskies, the Chestnut Ridge Lady Lions and the Richland Lady Rams. The Dragons were able to find one victory against the Huskies with a score of 56-47, but suffered...
Dragon Basketball Soars Above Competition
The Dragons faced two opponents this week en route to securing a playoff spot with the end of the regular season fast approaching. A 69-49 victory over the Bishop Carroll Huskies and a 58-37 victory...
Dragon Wrestlers Fall in Prelims
The Dragon wrestling team faced the Penn Cambria Panthers in the team preliminaries of District Six AA playoffs. The Dragons did not have a great showing, only hitting three individual victories totaling 18 points in their 59-18 loss. In the 107...
Deb Baughman Announces Bid For Second Term As Bedford Co. Commissioner
Deb Baughman and Matthew Wilt are announcing their candidacies for Bedford County Commissioner in the 2023 Democratic Primary. After rolling up her sleeves to get to work in 2020, Baughman realizes there is still much work to do. She is asking...
NBMC Names Students of The Month for January
Shown (from left) are the January Students of the Month for Northern Bedford County Middle School. Grade 6 – Ryann Welsh, daughter of Ryan & Vickie Welsh, and Elijah Dutchcot, son of Brian...
Police Chase in Altoona Lands Roaring Spring Man in Jail
A Roaring Spring man is behind bars after leading police on a high-speed pursuit that began in East Freedom and ended with his capture in Altoona. According to Freedom Township police, on Jan.31, at...
Bedford Co. Judge Blasts District Attorney's Handling of Recent Cases
Bedford County Judge Travis Livengood last month issued a blistering rebuke of District Attorney Leslie Childers-Potts after the December trial of Nathan D. Jackson ended in a mistrial and led to all charges against Jackson being dropped on grounds o...
