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Ethel Marie Burket, 97, of Roaring Spring, died unexpectedly Saturday, March 11, 2023, at home. She was born March 3, 1926, in Roaring Spring the daughter of the late Harry E. and Esther (Pote) Keith. She married Wilbert D. “Minnie” Burket March...

Violet M. “Vi” Dennis, 89, of Roaring Spring, died Friday morning, March 10, 2023, at The Village at Morrisons Cove after an extended illness. She was born in Central City the daughter of the late Albert and Dorothy Jean (Raymond) Custer. She...

Carol M. Franklin, 78, of Woodbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones and listening to oldies on March 11, 2023 at the Village at Morrisons Cove. She was born on August 19, 1944 in East Providence Township, Bedford County; daughter of t...

For family members unexpectedly taking care of a relative’s child during the opioid crisis, it can be difficult to navigate the legal waters of assuming custody. The process may be easier — and come with more support — if these caregivers have...

Herald of March 17, 1898 A flag, 6 by 10 feet, was raised at Law’s School, a mile north of Curryville, on Saturday afternoon with a ceremony attended by a large number of people. Two musical organizations enlivened the program, the Martinsburg...

Herald of March 22, 1973 A. Lloyd Steele, Martinsburg plumbing and heating contractor, broke ground Wednesday for a new showroom-warehouse along S. Market St. opposite his present headquarters. The new building of Colonial style architecture is to...

Herald of March 23, 1923 Mrs. W. K. Loose, west of town, invited a number of her neighbors and friends to a quilting on Wednesday. A fine dinner was served, and the work accomplished was evidence of the speed and skill of these ladies who handled...

Herald of March 26, 1998 The Spring Cove School Board approved a policy requiring uniforms for custodial and maintenance employees. The school district would supply five uniforms to each employee through a service, but the employees would be...

Herald of March 25, 1948 Dean S. Hoover, son of Rev. and Mrs. D. P. Hoover of New Enterprise, was awarded his doctor of medicine degree from Hahnemann Medical College in Philadelphia on Thursday. Earlier this month his brother, Paul S. Hoover, was...

Herald of March 21, 2013 Taylor Steele of Hopewell finished fifth in the Willow Junior 100 Sled Dog Race with a total time of 9 hours, 48 minutes and 24 seconds. The race started and ended in Wasilla, Alaska, with 50 miles out and 50 miles back.....

“My Brother’s Keeper”(MBK) will hold a promotional dinner in Fellowship Hall of Martinsburg Brethren in Christ Church, on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 6 p.m. The church is located at 334 Son Rise Drive, on Cross Cove Road, just outside of Marti...

The Faith Baptist Church of Altoona will be hosting its Annual Missions Conference Saturday, March 25 through Tuesday, March 28, 2023. The theme of the conference is “Here-There-Everywhere” taken from Acts 1:8. Conference guests include the...

Form of Advertisement Sealed proposals will be received by the North Woodbury Township, of Blair County, at 113 Cranberry Road, Martinsburg, PA 16662, until 9 a.m., on April 6, 2023, for the following. Item 1, 2,203 S.Y., Double Sealcoat with RS-2PM... Full story

Spring is a season of renewal. When the flowers are blooming and the trees are budding and the weather is pleasantly warm, people often feel inspired to make changes around their homes. Work may begin with culling belongings and organizing essentials...

Kitchens are often described as the busiest rooms in a home. Kitchens are where meals are prepared and tend to be go-to gathering spots on holiday get-togethers and during other events when homeowners host family and friends. With so much time spent...

Many homeowners express interest in creating fewer barriers between the interior and exterior of their homes. Some may have backyards built for entertaining and want to facilitate the transition between the inside of the residence and the outside...

Exterior renovations consistently top the list of projects that offer maximum return on investment, according to Remodeling magazine’s annual “Cost vs. Value Report.” Siding replacement is a popular exterior renovation and one that can...

Certain homes have an undeniable wow factor. That instant appeal tends to be noticeable the moment visitors pull up to the curb, and it might be a byproduct of homeowners’ willingness to embrace the latest exterior design trends. Trends come and...

Home renovations provide a host of benefits. Such projects can increase resale value and improve on the safety, aesthetics and functionality of a home. Some homeowners may employ the mantra “go big or go home” when they embark on home...

Time DIY projects are a major drain on free time. Homeowners taking the DIY route typically work on weekends or after work. Few people can take off and devote their undivided attention to a remodel like a contractor can. Time is a valuable resource...

Expecting parents realize that as their child grows and becomes mobile, certain safety precautions must be made around the house. The term “baby-proofing” refers to making modifications that prevent little ones from getting into trouble and causi...

The Saint Francis University School of STEAM was recently awarded a grant from the FirstEnergy Foundation to offer professional development opportunities for middle and high school science teachers with enhanced learning opportunities for their...

Woodbury Borough Council met for its March meeting Monday, March 6, at 7 p.m. The borough still needs to contact G&R Excavating regarding the sidewalk where the Kauffman residence was demolished. Shawn Claycomb will be ordering one truckload of salt...

South Woodbury Township Supervisors met on March 7 at 9 a.m. at the township building. Southern Volunteer Fire Company Financial Report for FY 2022 is waiting to be released after a representative attends a meeting to discuss. The International...

Williamsburg Borough Council discussed a proposed speed limit sign, much like the one in Hollidaysburg. “It’s a good thing for reminders,” Chief of Police Rowdy Kagarise said. The borough wanted the public to know that it is 25 mph along most...

With Easter coming up in just a few short weeks, I thought it was time to kick this back up with some Gorsuch family Easter traditions. We were raised Russian Orthodox, and our old church is the current location of the River Valley Custom Apparel...

Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford and Fulton) announced that copies of this year’s Pennsylvania trout stocking schedule are now available in his district offices in Bedford and McConnellsburg. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) plans to...

The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners today gave preliminary approval to the 2023-24 hunting and trapping seasons and bag limits. Modifications proposed for the 2023-24 seasons include: • For black bear, WMUs 1B, 2C, 4A, 4B and 4D would...