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Long-time Martinsburg borough resident and community benefactor W. Gene Henry passed away on Feb. 17 at the age of 88. Henry, perhaps best known locally as owner of the Spring Dam and Stone Manor mobile home parks, was born in 1932 at Nason Hospital. He was a direct descendent of Martinsburg founders John Brumbaugh and Daniel Camerer and Williamsburg founder Jacob G. Ake, Sr. Henry was a 1950 graduate of Martinsburg High School and received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Education degrees from Penn State University. He was a teacher in...
News of Appvion's decision to close its Spring Mill plant in Roaring Spring has sent shockwaves through the community. Nearly four years after filing bankruptcy and three years after being sold in a "stalking horse" sale which saw the company sold to a group of its lenders, Appvion has notified employees that the Spring Mill plant will cease operations by the end of March, putting nearly 300 people out of work. While company officials have not yet publicly addressed its decision, employees said...
Pennsylvania Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) has closed his Hollidaysburg office to walk-in visitors indefinitely due to acts of vandalism and criminal mischief that have occurred in recent weeks. “For the past three days, and for the foreseeable future, my Hollidaysburg office has been closed and will continue to be closed as a result of ongoing threats posed to staff and others. As has been publicly reported, an individual was charged for throwing a crucifix through our front window, shattering the glass, while staff members were present in the of...
Democracy needs input from citizens to thrive, but figuring out how to share your voice and have an impact on government can be challenging. Whether you are interested in federal, state, or local policy, you can interact directly with elected officials by writing, calling, or visiting your representatives. While testifying in person is the most effective way, we understand not everyone is comfortable in that setting. Other options include writing letters to the editor or sharing information on social media. Traveling to the capitol or to a...
To the Editor: Shortly after the article about my nomination of Martinsburg resident Frank Moore to the Penn State-Altoona sports Hall of Fame appeared in the Feb. 4 issue of the Herald, I received a letter from the chairman of the PSU-A athletic council informing that Frank was not selected for induction into this year’s inaugural class. The letter further advised that 12 nominations were considered and six were selected. Frank’s nomination will remain active for consideration for the next class. I was invited to submit additional jus...
MidAtlantic Farm Credit has announces a farm transition planning webinar on the legal aspects of the transition. The final webinar in a free four-part series on farm transition planning with PA Farm Link and AgChoice Farm Credit. “This webinar series is so important for the future of our region’s farm families,” said Tom Truitt, CEO of MidAtlantic Farm Credit. “Attendees will learn what they need to consider for farm succession, how to communicate with their family members, and how to put their plan into action.” Questions about legal imp...
Years ago, Robert Kennedy noted that progress is hard. “Progress is nice,” he said, “but its agent is change, and change has its enemies.” Kennedy’s recognition that gutsy, honest leadership is necessary to confront wealthy interests and advance the common good directly applies to one of the most important Cabinet appointments that Joe Biden will make: secretary of agriculture. This might surprise most people, because the media and all recent presidents have dismissed agriculture as a second-tier, low-visibility slot — one that is essentially...
"The Hollow Ones," a horror-fantasy-mystery novel, is the fourth book co-authored by filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and novelist Chuck Hogan. The story follows a young FBI agent, Odessa Hardwicke and her investigation following the shooting of her partner, who was possessed by a shadowy presence. Though on desk leave after the shooting, she tumbles headlong into a growing supernatural mystery that spans generations when she's tasked with cleaning out the office of a retired agent, Earl Solomon....
Herald of Feb. 13, 1896 William Newcomer, an employee of the Manning Limestone Co. at Point View, met with an accident that resulted in instant death. He was one of a crew engaged in taking dirt from the quarry. For this purpose a narrow guage railroad is used. Newcomer had just cut a car of dirt from the dinky engine and was about to step from the car to the engine when he slipped and fell on the track. He was under the wheels of the engine before it could be stopped and his neck was broken. He was survived by a wife and one child. Roaring...
Herald of Feb. 18, 1921 George B. Wineland of Martinsburg was spending the week in Pittsburgh where he was serving on a federal court grand jury. Mrs. G. Edward Straesser of Martinsburg received word of the death of her sister, Mrs. S. Howard Bloom of Trinidad, Col. The deceased was the former Harriet Zimmerman. Announcement was made that due to the lack of orders the clay operations at Mines would be closed down part time until further notice. Miriam Johnson, daughter of Druggist Johnson of Martinsburg, was tendered a birthday surprise party...
Herald of Feb. 14, 1946 The Martinsburg Booster Association listed five objectives for the 1946 program: Annexation of territory northeast of the borough; swimming pool for the Memorial Park; make borough streets and number buildings; curbs and sidewalks for W. Allegheny and S. Market Streets; appointment of aviation and good roads committee. A fatal accident which occurred in Juniata on Feb. 11, resulted in the instant death of Edson Garfield Spangler, a P.R.R. employee residing in Williamsburg, when he was ground under the wheels of a street...
Herald of Feb. 17, 2011 Home heating oil just seems to be burning faster than it has in recent years. At least Cove residents can feel the effect of elevated oil costs burning a hole in their wallets as the price is up to $3.15 per gallon compared to last year’s $2.35. Brian K. Baker announced this week that he will be seeking his fourth term as magisterial district judge for Magisterial District 57-3-03. It was an extremely busy and successful week for the Spring Cove boys’ junior high basketball team as they were involved with four games las...
Herald of Feb. 15, 1996 Milton V. Burgess, 96, of Martinsburg, former editor of the Morrisons Cove Herald, passed away Wednesday morning, Feb. 14, 1996, at the Homewood Retirement Center, where he had been a resident for several weeks. Mr. Burgess retired in 1982 after serving for 24 years as editor of the Herald, but he continued to write his “Local History” column in the Herald until last May. In addition to writing for this and other newspapers for 73 years, he was the author of several books, and his historical articles were quoted wid...
Herald of Feb. 18, 1971 The Spring Cove School Board is upset about deficiencies in the new junior high school building and has ordered that a letter be sent to the architect detailing the defects. Pant suits are tempting business women in the Cove, but the men are still behind the mini. Most Cove business are giving an affirmative nod to requests for permission for women to wear pants, however, the majority of male office managers cling to the skirts. Martinsburg had one of its biggest turnouts of blood donors for the Red Cross program last...
Executrix Notice Estate of Brenda L. Frederick, late of Borough of Martinsburg, Blair County. Letters testamentary on said estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted thereto are requested to make payment and those having claims against the same will present them without delay to Executrix Barbara Elliott 456 Brumbaugh Lane Martinsburg, PA 16662 Attorney Shawn P. Sullivan, Esq. Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP 133 E. Allegheny Street Martinsburg, PA 16662 Executor Notice Estate of Nancy J. Wigfield, deceased, late of... Full story
CLAAR – Michael A. Sr., 56, McKee FEATHERS – William E. “Cougar,” 72, Roaring Spring FERRY – Michael L., 61, Martinsburg FISHER – Dorothy Fay, 96, resident at NHC Healthcare Lexington, West Columbia, S.C., formerly of Williamsburg FURRY – Freda P. (Ebersole), 102, Martinsburg, formerly of New Enterprise FYOCK – Alice Doreen, 85, resident at The Village at Morrisons Cove, Martinsburg, formerly of Roaring Spring HITE – Wilbert Lee “Wib,” 89, Roaring Spring LAKE – Kendall Lynn, 5, East Freedom MUNDORFF – Karen (Edmiston), 74, New Paris... Full story
Michael A. Claar, Sr., 56, of McKee, passed away Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh, after an extended illness. He was born Sept. 12, 1964, in Roaring Spring the son of the late Grover and Sarah (Shoenfelt) Claar. He married Cheryl L. Dick on Aug. 12, 1994, and Aug. 20, 1994. He is survived by his wife; a son, Michael A. Claar Jr. of Martinsburg; and three siblings: Richard E. Claar and wife Nancy of East Freedom, Sandra L. Kane and husband David of Duncansville and Amy E....
William E. "Cougar" Feathers, 72, of Roaring Spring, passed away Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021, at UPMC Altoona, following a battle with COVID-19. He was born March 22, 1948, in Roaring Spring, the son of the late Irvin and Lillian (Kennedy) Feathers. He married Alice (Corle) Feathers on May 3, 1995, in Winchester, Va. He is survived by his wife; two daughters: Bobbi Jo Cunningham and husband Dave of Roaring Spring and Heidi Roseberry and husband Rich of Odessa, Fla.; three stepchildren; 12 grandchild...
Michael L. Ferry, 61, of Martinsburg, passed away Saturday morning, Feb. 13, 2021, at his home, following a lengthy illness. He was born Oct. 19, 1959, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Donald R. and Cora Mae (Steele) Ferry. Surviving are two sisters: Kathryn J. Hall (Bill) and Nancy K. Eshelman, both of Martinsburg; two brothers: Byron "Butch" (Dori) Ferry and J. Samuel (Linda) Ferry, both of Martinsburg; special friends: Trent Ritchey, Jodi Beegle, Louann Ferraro and George and Glenda...
Dorothy Fay "Dot" Fisher, 96, a resident of NHC Healthcare Lexington, West Columbia, S.C., formerly of Williamsburg, passed away Tuesday morning, Feb. 9, 2021, at the facility. She was born Dec. 1, 1924, in Williamsburg, daughter of the late Russell C. and Margaret A. (Stonebraker) Parks. She married Lewis E. Fisher July 15, 1955, in Winchester, Va. He preceded her in death Sept. 12, 1974. She is survived by a daughter, Pamela L. Speicher (Wayne) of Lexington, S.C.; two grandchildren: Wayne...
Freda P. (Ebersole) Furry, 102, of Martinsburg, formerly of New Enterprise, passed away Feb. 11, 2021, at The Village at Morrisons Cove. She was born on March 1, 1918, in Salemville, daughter of the late Isiah and Lucy (Kagarise) Ebersole. She was united in marriage to Glenn W. Furry May 27, 1937, in West Virginia. Glenn preceded her in death Jan. 3, 2011. She is survived by a son, Gary Furry (Nell) of New Enterprise; daughter Sylvia Tyson (George) of Texas; daughter Londa Calorafe (Rob) of Altoona; as well as six grandchildren, 10...
Alice Doreen Fyock, 85, a resident of The Village at Morrisons Cove, formerly of Roaring Spring, passed away, Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 10, 2021, at The Village. At the request of the deceased, there will be no services. A private burial will be held at Diehl’s Crossroads Cemetery, rural Martinsburg. Arrangements by the John K. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg (www.bolgerfuneral-home.com)....
Wilbert Lee "Wib" Hite, 89, of Roaring Spring, passed away Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, at home after a brief battle with cancer. He was born Sept. 10, 1931, in Roaring Spring, the son of the late Dr. Earle M. and Marie (Kauffman) Hite. He was twice married, first to Dolores Leedy, who preceded him in death; he then married Delores Empfield. He is survived by his wife of 40 years; three children: Marsha Bechtel and husband Reed, Krista Hillegas and husband Jim and Jeffrey Hite and wife Brenda; three...
Kendall Lynn Lake, 5, of East Freedom, passed away Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021, at the Penn State Children's Hospital – Hershey as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born Nov. 26, 2015, in Roaring Spring, the daughter of James M. Lake and Karrie Lynn (Yuhnke) McCall. Kendall is survived by her father of Bedford; her mother of East Freedom; her maternal grandfather, Dr. James M. Yuhnke of Altoona; paternal grandmother, Carole Bowles of Hydman; uncle Robert R. Webb of...
Karen (Edmiston) Mundorff, 74, of New Paris, died tragically Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident, along with her husband James and granddaughter Kendall. She was born July 26, 1946, in Altoona, the daughter of the late Raymond F. and Evelyn M. (Yingling) Edmiston. She is survived by her four children: Robert R. Webb of East Freedom, Susan Miller (Kenneth) of Michigan, Laura Skinner of North Carolina and Karrie McCall of East Freedom; five...
Leonard "Bill" Christian Riehl of Loysburg, formally of Everett, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021, at the age of 92, at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, in Altoona. Leonard, commonly known as Bill, was born April 29, 1928, to William and Harriet (Spade) Riehl. As a child he was known as "Little Willy," because he strongly resembled his deceased father, leading to his nickname "Bill." He married Gloria Laverne Hilden on Dec. 25, 1951. Gloria proceeded him in...
Mary Isabella Rhodes, 79, of Henrietta, passed away Thursday morning Feb. 11, 2021, at home. She was born June 27, 1941, in Atkinson Mills, the daughter of the late Raymond Earl and Dora Virginia (Eby) Sunderland. She married Clair E. Rhodes Dec. 25, 1961, in McConnellstown. She is survived by her husband; three children: Clair "Shorty" Rhodes of Hopewell, Virginia Marks and husband Harry of Roaring Spring and Juanita Long and husband Tim of New Enterprise; six grandchildren; seven...
Joy A. Young, 64 passed away Friday Feb. 5, 2021, at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Altoona, after on and off health-related issues. She was born Sept. 24, 1956, in Roaring Spring, the daughter of the late Donald and Rosella (Feathers) Johnson Brown. She is survived by her sons: Ritchie and Dempsy; and three siblings: Andy, Bruce and Melody. She is also survived by her grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William. Joy was a graduate of Northern Bedford County High School and enjoyed...
Drug overdose deaths in 2020 may eclipse Pennsylvania’s peak recorded just three years prior, public officials said. Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs Secretary Jennifer Smith made the statement during a meeting with the Center for Rural Pennsylvania that discussed the intersection of the state’s opioid crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. “It is quite frightening that we are seeing those numbers head back up again,” Smith said. About 5,400 residents died from a drug overdose in 2017, or about 14 people every single day. It was the deadlie...
A Bedford County crash on Friday, Feb.12, claimed the life of a young East Freedom girl and her grandparents. According to Bedford State Police, Kendall Lynn Lake, 5, and her grandparents, 75-year-old James Mundorff and 74-year-old Karen Mundorff of New Paris, died when a vehicle driven by Mr. Mundorff pulled into the path of a logging truck on State Route 30 in West Providence Township, Bedford County, at around 11 a.m. The Mundorffs died at the scene. Kendall was flown to Hershey Medical...
A 28-9 second-quarter surge helped propel the Williamsburg High School boys' basketball team to a 74-46 home win against Bellwood-Antis on Feb. 9. The second-quarter surge put the Blue Pirates in front 47-20 at halftime. WHS outscored B-A 27-26 in the second half. Senior Josiah Dowey (three 3-pointers) and junior Lambert Palmer each scored 15 points for the winners. Senior Drew Hileman hit two 3-pointers and finished with 13 points. Palmer and senior Shane Brantner each grabbed eight rebounds...
The Central High School boys’ basketball team needed two overtimes to get past visiting Richland on Feb. 9, 44-38. The Dragons led 28-24 heading into the fourth quarter, where the Rams’ 10-6 scoring edge sent the game to overtime. Each team scored four points in the first overtime, but Central ended the game with a 6-0 run. “We certainly didn't play our best basketball in this one, but it was nice to still come away with a win,” Central coach Paul Frederick said. “We are in a bit of a rut offensively, but our defense is keeping us in games. We...
Northern Bedford’s offense was in high gear Feb. 9 in a 91-40 win over Fannett-Metal in boys’ varsity basketball action. The Panthers led 58-30 at the half and the running clock was in play during the entire second half. “We were hot from the outset and just ran away from them,” NB coach Randy Meck said. “It was great to get our entire team involved in the win as all 15 players saw significant action.” Seniors Hayden Foor (22) and Caleb Diehl (21) led the Panthers scoring, while sophomore Collin Yeatts and senior Evan Clouse chipped in...
Claysburg-Kimmel nearly pulled off its first win in boys’ varsity basketball action this season Feb. 9. The Bulldogs put together a furious third-quarter rally to take a one-point lead into the final eight minutes. A 15-11 Hornets’ run gave them a 55-52 win. Senior Corey Chamberlain led C-K with 12 points. Junior Wyatt Buell hit three 3-pointers and finished with 11 points. Senior Parker Dibert hit three 3-pointers for his nine points. Juniata Valley hit 11 of its 18 opportunities from the foul line, while C-K was 2-for-9. • Mount Union 5...
The Northern Bedford High School wrestling team battled Glendale and host Southern Huntingdon on Feb. 8. Glendale took advantage of five forefeits in a 54-12 win over the Panthers. The Vikings also had wins by a fall, major decision, injury default, technical fall and decision. Sophomore Drew Childers (132 pounds) and freshman Rece Dibert (160) each won by decision for Northern Bedford, while junior Derek Beach won by forfeit at 285 pounds. Southern Huntingdon was aided by three forfeits during its 27-25 win over Northern Bedford. The Rockets...
Fannett-Metal visited Northern Bedford on Feb. 8 and the Tigers needed a second-half surge to topple the Lady Panthers, 60-30. The game was tight throughout the first half and Fannett-Metal held a slim 25-20 lead at the half. A 16-8 Tiger advantage in the third frame opened up a double-digit gap and FM never looked back. NB could manage just 2 points in the fourth quarter. “We were competitive and did some good things in the first half and then we crumbled,” said NB coach Jon Ewart of his 1-5 Panther girls. Juniors Makayla Hall and Ashley Kic...
The Claysburg-Kimmel High School girls’ basketball team lost a home battle with Juniata Valley on Feb. 9, 48-38. Juniata Valley led 26-23 at the break but outscored Claysburg-Kimmel 22-15 in the second half to break the game open. Junior Rebekah Claar paced C-K with 16 points. Senior Kalei Carson chipped in with nine points. • Williamsburg 43, Claysburg-Kimmel 39: Williamsburg made a three-point lead after the first quarter stand up at Claysburg on Feb. 11. The Lady Pirates moved to 3-2 with a 43-39 victory. WHS outscored Clays...
Central High’s defense held Philipsburg-Osceola to single-digit scoring in all four quarters, and the Lady Dragons cruised to a 53-26 victory Feb. 8. Central raced to a 23-6 lead after one quarter and 33-12 at halftime. The Lady Dragons had a 20-14 scoring edge in the second half. Senior Kacie Kreider drained four 3-pointers and finished with 14 points to pace Central. Junior Katheryn Longenecker tallied 11 points. • Central 61, Bald Eagle Area 43: The Lady Dragons evened their record at 4-4 following their third straight victory, 61-43 at Bald...
Playing their first basketball game since Jan. 25, the Williamsburg Lady Pirates traveled to Bellwood-Antis for an Inter-County Conference matchup Feb. 8. Leading much of the game, Williamsburg dropped a 51-48 decision as B-A freshman Chloe Hammond drained a 3-pointer with two seconds remaining in the game. Three players scored in double figures for Williamsburg, led by sophomore Kendel Norris’ 14 points. Freshman Ayla Hileman added 12 points, while freshman Megan Palmer chipped in with 10. Sophomore Jayla Woodruff scored eight in the loss. ...
"They think because I sew and bake And sweep a white pine floor, I never think of winding roads Somewhere beyond my door! They think me deaf to messages Of winds in trees that bend And sway in sheer abandonment, While all I do is mend! 'Tis true, my body dwells at home While a white shoreline calls The roving heart and soul of me Beyond these humble walls! And so I sing and bake my bread And baste my narrow seams, But while I put my loaves in pans My heart is light with dreams!" This unknown...
More snow fell in the Morrisons Cove area Wednesday night into Thursday morning, Feb. 10-11, leaving an additional two to four inches on the ground. Above, Mennonites were in school along Cowan Road in New Enterprise. Notice the bikes that students rode to and from school that day. An ice storm hit the region Monday night into Tuesday morning, Feb. 15-16. And more wintry weather is in the forecast through Friday, Feb. 19. As of presstime Tuesday afternoon, Accuweather was predicting four to...
Hello again, everyone. So far we have made it through five out of the seven dairy cattle breeds, but this month, I would like to highlight the Ayrshire breed. The Ayrshire breed originated from the County of Ayr in Scotland. They are a gorgeous reddish-brown mahogany and white color. These colors are usually in a spotted pattern on this breed of cattle. Ayrshires are renowned for their ability to adapt and conform to many environmental situations and farm management systems. They also have very...
The Blair County Retirement Board recently met with Pat Wing of Marquette Associates, Inc., of Philadelphia to review the Blair County Employee Retirement Fund’s investment performance report for the fourth quarter of 2020. The Blair Co. Retirement Board consists of commissioners Bruce Erb, Amy Webster and Laura Burke, along with Treasurer Jim Carothers and Controller A.C. Stickel, The county employee retirement fund had an investment return of 9.5 percent for the quarter (net of investment management fees), generating an investment gain of $3....
If you've ever had your feet shoot out from underneath you, you know that falling down is no fun. It happens suddenly and unexpectedly. When I was young, if I fell down, I would immediately spring back up again. Now when I fall down, I lay there for a few moments, trying to assess the situation. I've had a few memorable spills. Usually with witnesses. The time I wiped out on the pogo stick at Toys-R-Us while Christmas shopping comes to mind. A few summers ago I tripped most spectacularly on our...
Scriptures to Read: St. Matthew 5:21-26 St. Matthew 5:27-30 St. Matthew 5:33-37 St. Matthew 5:38-42 St. Matthew 5:43-48 St. Matthew 7:24-29 St. Matthew 12:34-40 Jesus gave teachings that none else had ever given so far as I know. The Law, specifically the Ten Commandments, was deemed the guiding principle for Israel to live by. As God was holy, He expected His People to be holy. All Jews, not just the Scribes and Pharisees, honored the Law. At the beginning of each service in the synagogue, on...
Above: St. John’s Church, Replogle School Road, New Enterprise. Below: Barley Evangelical Lutheran Church, Route 867, New Enterprise (Bakers Summit)....
Courtney Garver, management information systems major from Claysburg, was named to the dean's list at Saint Francis University, Loretto. Garver was among more than 750 students who earned a spot on one of the honors lists for the fall 2020 semester. A 2017 graduate of Claysburg-Kimmel, Garver graduated magna cum laude upon completion of the fall 2020 semester....
There are currently 99 members in the Central Cove FFA Chapter, which advised by Thomas Ritchey. Chapter officers for 2020-21 are: President – Keller Metzker Vice President – Madison Benfer Secretary – Faith Brumbaugh Treasurer – Garrison Dibert Reporter – Dana Heltzel Sentinel – Isaiah Smith Chaplain – Ashley Sollenberger Student Advisor – J.T Wagner Assistant Officers – Mason Benfer and Hannah Knepp Adult Advisor – Tom Ritchey SAMPLE OF FFA ACTIVITIES YEAR-TO-DATE A. Members participate...
The Northern Bedford County Chapter of the FFA has 83 members. The chapter is advised by Kay Kring and James Over. Chapter officers for 2020-21 are: President – Brook Gochnour Vice President – Lauren Over Secretary – Lydia Byler Treasurer – Olivia Higgins Reporter – Becca Shriver Sentinel – Kalvan Gochnour Chaplin – Derek Beach Student Advisor – Kolin McNamara Assistant Officer – Lindsey Koontz Highlights of 2020-21 Seniors Brooke Gochnour and Olivia Higgins received their Keystone Degrees...
There are 75 students enrolled in agriculture courses this year at Williamsburg Community High School. The chapter's advisor is Robyn Bechtel. Chapter officers for 2020-21 are: President – Branson Heeter Vice President – Elizabeth Frederick Secretary – Taylor Uplinger Treasurer – Makayla Kipe Sentinel – Gabe Mingle News Reporter – Ashley Brubaker Chaplain – Dylan Shultz Student Advisor – Lane Frederick The past year has been unconventional for many FFA chapters across the state. However, William...
