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The title of this article must be a bit confusing. How can we simultaneously be newcomers and yet be saying goodbye? Well, even though we have only lived in Morrisons Cove for the last three years, it’s time to bid adieu. Our health is changing as...

To the Editor: Joel Seelye is the most capable and qualified candidate for Blair County Judge. His legal career has focused on the areas of law most commonly encountered in the courtroom and he has practiced law with the highest standards of...

Herald of April 28, 1898 The Methodist Episcopal parsonage at Schellsburg, Bedford county, was destroyed by fire Saturday night. The family of Rev. W. R. Whitney made a narrow escape from suffocation by smoke. Mr. L. A. Wilkinson has received a...

Herald of May 3, 1973 Nason Hospital trustees approved the purchase of a Bennett Respirator Unit at an approximate cost of $4,000. The machine would be used in emergencies when patients are unable to breathe by themselves and need assistance in...

Herald of May 4, 1923 The Snyder Memorial Park will have some needed improvements in time for the opening of the season. A permanent refreshment stand will be built and a children’s playground will be fitted up with some pieces of amusements for...

Herald of May 7, 1998 Warm temperatures the last part of March and rainy weather in April led fruit trees and plants to blossom early. The early blossoms could mean an early harvest if frost doesn’t get to them. Orchardists usually only need to...

Herald of May 6, 1948 A thrilling pitching duel between Martinsburg’s Bill Lehman and Williamsburg’s Lynn Hoffner topped last Saturday’s opening games for the 1948 Blair League season. Martinsburg got two hits from Hoffner early in the game...

Herald of May 23, 2013 The Williamsburg Memorial Bridge connecting Williamsburg and Catharine Township was officially dedicated on April 27. The bridge replaced a “temporary” bridge erected after the 1936 Saint Patrick’s Day Flood washed away...

John 20:19-31 Our gospel story today is a very familiar text. We have journeyed with Jesus through his three years of ministry. We have been witnesses to so many miracles yet there were many times when we were confused and unbelieving. We are all...

Breaking Bread will be held at Martinsburg Church of God on Monday, May 8, from 5 to 6:30, or until gone. The meal includes scalloped turkey, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots and peas, applesauce, and a Ritchey’s ice cream bar. The cost is free,...

The Way of Truth Ministries will sponsor the Blair County 72nd Annual National Day of Prayer event this year on the lawn at Legion Park, N. Juniata Street, Hollidaysburg on Thursday, May 4, 2023, beginning at noon. The theme this year is “Pray...

NOTICE of Blair County’s Section 504 Officer and Process for Grievance Pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and its implementing regulations (“Section 504”), no otherwise qualified individual with a disability shall,...

The Marketing/Planning and Development Committee of the Hollidaysburg Area Community Partnership (HACP) was extremely active during the month of April with activities involving Hollidaysburg area businesses. The Window Easter Egg Hunt ended April...

Hollidaysburg Mayor Joe Dodson called for Police Chief Chris Storm to be allowed to hire a ninth police officer to the department. Dodson wants Storm to be allowed to go through current list of three potential candidates already approved to present...

The issue of political activity and displays reflecting political opinions by teachers in the classroom was discussed by the board for months and was believed to be put to rest at the February meeting of the committee of the whole/voting meeting...

The Williamsburg Community Farm Show is gearing up for one of their biggest events of the year — the Spring Craft Show Extravaganza. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, May 13, beginning at 9 a.m., on the Farm Show grounds. Over 100...

Cathy Mock, a teacher at Williamsburg School District and a track & field mom, presented to the Williamsburg School Board during its meeting last Tuesday evening about the district’s lack of financial support for their teams. Mock presented each...

Auditor Daryl Cole asked supervisors during the April Catharine Township meeting, “Where do you see the township in 5 years? What is your vision for the township?” Both supervisors in attendance — Ralph Rispoli and Ken Brenneman — agreed...

The following results are from the spring 2023 National Prescription Drug Take Back event held Saturday, April 22, 2023, in Blair County. The Blair County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the citizens of Blair County for participation in this...

When one sees the words “if this place could talk,” there is a tendency to conjure images of ghosts, thrilling romance or big money deals. But when one looks at the farm that now belongs to the Bakers, just a stones throw from Piney Creek Road...

A Roaring Spring man is in jail accused of breaking into a Roaring Spring business two times in less than a week. Harley Sims, 21, is being charged with breaking into the Puff Super Value on April 16, and again on April 19. According to...

The CK varsity baseball team will hold a DH at the Altoona Curve field on May 2, 2023. The game times (and opponents) are set as follows: • 1 p.m. vs. Southern Huntingdon • 4 p.m. vs. Forbes Road...

The Lady Dragons’ past few games have left them in a slump. After the 5-4 loss to the Rangers and this week’s 9-3 loss to the Chestnut Ridge Lions, the Dragons were finally able to turn things around with a 17-0 victory over the Bishop Carroll...

After the Dragons hit a slump in the Curve Classic, they rebounded well, crushing all of their opponents in their next week of games. A 15-5 victory over the Chestnut Ridge Lions, 15-0 victory over the Bishop Carroll Huskies and 9-6 victory over the...

Former U.S. Rep. Bud Shuster, who earned the nickname “King of Asphalt” for the highways he helped build as chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee died at his Everett home on Wednesday, April 19, at age 91. Born Elmer...

The Board of Supervisors of South Woodbury Township met Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at the township building. All supervisors were present. There were no public attendees. The office was closed on April 10 due to training and April 21 to 28 for a...