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Dave Cunningham from Keller Engineers, Hollidaysburg, was present on Thursday, March 21, to give an update on Catharine Township’s on-going project to provide sewer services to Ganister residents. Last month, Cunningham and Williamsburg Borough Manager Joseph Lansberry scouted the Ganister area to come up with two viable options for the project. Cunningham gave two estimates during the meeting – a pressure-based system at an estimated cost of $590,000 and a pressure-based system for approximately $1.35 million. Cunningham explained that eac...
Williamsburg High School senior Kassidy McChessney (center, front row) recently signed a letter of intent with Pennsylvania State University-Altoona to play basketball. McChessney will major in business at the university. With McChessney are her parents (front row), Stephanie and Ryan McChessney; Michael Jones (left, back row), Williamsburg High School principal; and Dustin Martin, PSU-Altoona assistant basketball coach....
Williamsburg School Board member Junior Pheasant voiced concern over the school’s new heating and air conditioning system, citing numerous complaints of inconsistent temperatures in rooms during the last regular meeting Tuesday, March 19. Superintendent Lisa Murgas replied, “we’re here every day – kids are still wearing shorts and shirts.” Murgas said the district is still trying to get temperatures regulated. For her Superintendent’s Report, Murgas discussed with school board members the Future Ready PA Index, which is another “state accountab...
I’m still on a breakfast kick from last week. I would like to send a shout-out to Williamsburg Borough Councilmember Bruce Hamilton for his compliments on last week’s recipes. Here are two more delicious recipes that are sure to brighten up your mornings. Breakfast Quesadillas Ingredients: 3 large eggs 2 flour tortillas 1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese 2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled 1 green onion, thinly sliced Sour cream and salsa Directions: In a small bowl, whisk the eggs. Coat a large skillet with cooking spray, add eggs, and cook ove...
It’s less than a month before it’s Easter – hard to believe. I decided to have a quick and easy question this week for Ask the Williamsburgers – “What is your favorite candy bar?” Zena Saylor: Mallo Cups Terre Detwiler: Clark Bar Donna Gibson: Mr. Goodbars and Gardner’s Peanut Butter Meltaways Lori Brubaker: Twix Diana Barroner: Peppermint Patties Leoda Weyandt: Peanut Butter Meltaways Dotty Herd: 5th Avenue Chris Imler-Drake: Payday Frank McKnight: Zagnut Loie Galbraith: Almond Joy/Mounds Tammy Mills: 5th Avenue Renee Criswell: Carmelo Deann...
Farm Show Benefit Auction Beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, the Williamsburg Farm Show will be holding its annual Benefit Auction. A lot of items will be up for bid and the food kitchen will be open. If you would like to donate an item, please contact Karen Loomis at 407-4024 for arrangement of pick-up. Homecoming at Grace Pointe The Grace Pointe Community Church of God will be holding its Homecoming celebration next Sunday, March 31, at 10:30 a.m. It is to celebrate 89 years. The Rev. Paul Harne will be delivering the message and the...
The Cove Community Chorus once again was a huge success in its spring concert. Sue Stoudnour directed the chorus with its concert entitled "Listen to the Music" on March 23 and March 24 at the Spring Cove Middle School auditorium, Roaring Spring. The auditorium, with a seating capacity of 500, was almost full at each performance. "The chorus singers are a great source of fun, inspiration, faith and friendship," Stoudnour said. "These singers are dedicated to bringing music alive, sharing the...
The Southern Cove Fire Co. Auxiliary will hold its spring craft and variety sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the former Replogle Elementary building in New Enterprise. There will be two full floors of crafts. Children may have breakfast with the Easter bunny from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. They may also visit the Easter bunny for free or pay to have their photo taken with him. Pictures will be available in approximately 10 minutes. Breakfast will also be open to the public for adults. The menu will include scrambled eggs, bacon or...
A new business has opened its doors at the former district magistrate building in Roaring Spring. Located at 800 E. Main St., next to the Roaring Spring Fire Department, M & M Enterprises offers tax preparation services as well as payroll, bookkeeping an consultation services. While the business might be new, the four partners have more than 110 combined years of tax preparation experience. Prior to embarking on this new journey, the partners worked for a national tax preparation franchise and...
Long's Outpost in Martinsburg received the "Pinnacle" award once again on Friday, March 15. This award was presented from Orgill Inc. This honor is given to prestigious hardware stores or lumber yards that buy $1 million a year from Orgill. Longs has been receiving an award from Orgill since 2006. The award was presented by Dave Hardy, Orgill district manager, and Mike Soloweigh, Orgill sales representative. Michael Snyder and Melody Robison, co-owners of Long's in Martinsburg and of Long's in...
The Wolf Administration on Monday, March 25, notified farmland owners in 61 Pennsylvania counties, including Blair and Bedford, that they are eligible to receive disaster relief assistance from the United States Department of Agriculture. Eligible farmers can apply for loans for up to eight months after a Secretarial disaster declaration, and should contact their local FSA office for assistance. More information on USDA’s disaster assistance program can be found online at http://disaster.fsa.usda.gov....
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced that it is conducting a five-year environmental surveillance of ticks to assess the risk of tickborne illnesses across Pennsylvania. Funding for this project is being provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. The survey, which started in July 2018 in coordination with county governments, is part of the Pennsylvania Lyme Disease Task Force recommendations for combatting the growing incidence of Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. It is funded annually through the...
Author Elvira Woodruff spent the day on Tuesday, March 26, at Martinsburg Elementary School. Woodruff, whose titles include "George Washington's Socks," "A Christmas Doll" and "The Ghost of Lizard Light," gave the students insight into the writing process and tips on how to discover what to write about, telling the students that "you can find inspiration everywhere." Woodruff currently resides in Martins Creek, Northampton County....
Prime contractor New Enterprise Stone and Lime Co. Inc. of New Enterprise began work on Monday, March 25, on the Route 26 and Route 36 Culvert Replacements project in Hopewell Township, Bedford County. On Monday, the contractor began constructing the temporary roadway for the Route 36 culvert. Minor delays may be possible as traffic will be controlled by flaggers. Once the temporary roadway is built it will be controlled by a temporary signal. This work is expected to be completed by mid-June, the contractor will then begin work on the Route...
The warmer weather means it's time to start thinking about home improvement projects. Whether you're getting your home in tip-top shape for your own enjoyment, or getting it ready to put on the market, not all home improvement projects are created equal when it comes to return on investment (ROI). Here are top areas on which to focus: Interiors The kitchen is the heart of the home and it's one of the best areas to renovate in terms of ROI, according to Remodeling magazine's annual Cost vs. Value...
When it comes to changing the world, your own backyard is a great place to start. As you make home improvements, consider their potential to benefit local wildlife that travel in and around your property. Here are a few important steps you can take. Plant Native Species By planting native species exclusively in your garden and yard, you will be promoting a healthy local ecosystem while providing proper nourishment and a natural habitat for visiting wildlife, whether that be insects, birds or...
Whether you're remodeling for a fresh take on an old style or contemplating a new build, there are choices you can make that will definitely pay off, say experts. To add value to your project, consider these recommended tips from Stephen Quick of Stephen Alexander Homes, builder of the 2018 Coastal Virginia Magazine Idea House. Once an afterthought, lighting takes center stage in a home's design. "Consider your lighting needs at the start of the project. Wait too long and it can become...
New technology has the power to make your home safer, more comfortable and better suited to your family's needs. So, if you're planning to make some home updates, consider these great ideas for incorporating the latest technologies. 1. Smart lock. Give your neighborhood watch group a deserved break and consider investing in smart lock technology. You'll be able to control your home's entry points from anywhere through a compatible app, which will also notify you of possible break-ins and t...
When it comes to your home, you only get one chance to make a great first impression – and that takes place before anyone ever steps inside – making curb appeal upgrades an effective way to beautify your home while boosting its value. Here are some great ways to enhance curb appeal that will give you a great return on investment, according to Remodeling Magazine's 2019 Cost Vs. Value Report. Garage Door Replacement Whether you want your garage door to take center stage or provide a demure com...
Thick grass is often a hallmark of a healthy lawn. If grass begins to thin, homeowners may feel as though all the time and effort they spent tending to their lawns was for naught. Thinning grass can be caused by any number of things. And while it might take a little effort to address, thinning grass can be treated if homeowners correctly identify that cause of the problem. Leaf Spot The Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment at the University of Massachusetts Amherst notes that leaf...
During the cold months of winter, many people stare longingly out of the window dreaming of spring and time spent outdoors. For those with green thumbs, images of tending to the garden and other aspects of their landscapes no doubt dominate such daydreams. Draw inspiration from those budding crocuses and daffodils pushing through the last remnants of snow and employ these tips to prepare for the upcoming gardening season. • One of the first steps is to apply a preemergent weed killer to get a h...
Flower gardens can add color and awe-inspiring appeal to a property. The National Gardening Association notes that gardeners can find nearly every color of the spectrum in flowering perennials. So whether you prefer soft pink, are partial to bright red or want to relax in a garden and gaze at something deep blue, chances are you'll find a perennial to tickle your fancy. The NGA offers the following breakdown of colors to help gardeners learn how their gardens can set the mood they're looking...
Custom-built decks can expand usable outdoor entertaining spaces. Decks can surround pools and create outdoor patio areas that make it easy to establish multitiered living spaces, improving the functionality of outdoor areas. Certain deck trends have emerged as industry experts' top picks for the upcoming remodeling and renovation season. For those thinking of revamping an existing deck, or building an entirely new one, these trends are on point. • Established perimeters: "Picture framing" is...
How many times have you sat on the sofa pouring over a home magazine wishing your rooms could be ripped from its pages? Some people are gifted with a natural talent to impart a space with perfectly balanced colors and schemes that fit with one's lifestyle and design preferences. Others are not as equipped. But that doesn't mean design has to suffer. An interior designer with knowledge and resources who's in your corner can make all the difference. Many people are hesitant to bring in...
Each year, Remodeling magazine publishes its “Cost vs. Value” report to give homeowners a greater understanding of how much popular home projects will cost across the nation, as well as which renovations will offer the greatest return on investment. According to their research, these projects improved in value between 2017 and 2018 and can be smart choices for homeowners looking to add popular features to their properties. Below are the popular projects and the average cost of the renovations: • Midrange bathroom addition: $44,717 • Midra...
Old homes can be charming and contain architectural elements not often seen in many modern housing developments. But what older homes may have in design appeal, they may lack in updated features. While cosmetic changes are not necessarily difficult, one area of concern in historic homes – and sometimes even in houses built 40 or 50 years ago – is archaic wiring. Wiring provides power to every room of the home. In today's electronics-driven society, electricity that works is an essential com...
Before starting a home improvement project, either on one's own or with the assistance of a professional contractor, homeowners must first consider the costs involved. According to the home improvement resource HomeAdvisor, more than one-third of homeowners do not understand what hiring a professional will cost, and then cannot successfully budget and secure financing once they have set their sights on a renovation project. HomeAdvisor says that some of the more popular projects, such as...
Investing in a home renovation project not only requires money, but also time and patience. While contractors, architects and designers can estimate how long a project may take, it is impossible to anticipate all of the scenarios that can affect that estimated timeline. Information from the real estate firm Keller Williams indicates an average kitchen remodel involving installation of new countertops, cabinets, appliances, and floors can take three to six months. But if ductwork, plumbing or wiring must be addressed, the job may take longer. A...
Few home design elements provide the instant wow factor of freestanding tubs. Freestanding tubs have an air of luxury that can help current homeowners relax, and impress buyers when homes go on the market. Freestanding tubs are typically made of cast iron or porcelain. The home improvement website HomeAdvisor notes that cast iron is durable and solid and retains heat well, which is great for those who want to spend more than a little time relaxing in a freestanding tub. However, because cast iro...
Few things can revitalize a home more readily than a fresh coat of paint. Thanks in part to the affordability of paint and its ease of application, painting is something that even novice DIYers can typically handle. According to the marketing advice guru Brandon Gaille, it is estimated that residential interior paint only lasts around three years before it needs to be updated. Exterior paint can fade, chip and peel due to various environmental factors. As a result, many homes can likely use a fr...
