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AWARDS Western Governors University • Award of Excellence: Griffie Loy, Hopewell DEAN’S LIST Bob Jones University • Annelise Johnston, East Freedom Frostburg State University • Christian Steele, Martinsburg Kutztown University • Emma Pearl Smith, Martinsburg Lebanon Valley College • Mason Baker, Martinsburg Mount Aloysius College • Danielle Benzie, Bedford • Cameryn Clark, Bedford • Tanner Fogel, Bedford • Lauren Hite, Bedford • Paige McMullen, Bedford • Haylee Watt, Bedford • Jessica Diehl, Claysburg • Kaden Helsel, Claysburg • Alyson Jenk...
The Woodbury Borough Council met on July 3. The treasurer’s report and secretary’s report were reviewed and approved. The Lower Alley storm drain project was completed by Claycomb Excavating using American Rescue Plan funds. Russell Standard expected to do tar/chipping July 10. The council asked that no cars be on the road including Lodge Road, Grange Road, Lower Alley and Mill Street. Terms of council members were discussed. Two members’ terms will be up this year and will be up for reelection. Bedford County Tax Collection Committee repor...
Lexi Vasas, 6, of Roaring Spring was among a group of children from the Faith and Grace Learning Center Monday enjoying an afternoon at Hershberger Memorial Pool at Morrisons Cove Memorial Park. Monday's temperatures hit 80 in Martinsburg. That was relatively low compared to the near 90s of last week. It was a good day for the pool, following Sunday's downpours....
Claysburg-Kimmel FBLA Returns Home With National Champions Nineteen members of Claysburg-Kimmel Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) attended the FBLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) held in Atlanta, Georgia on June 26-July 1, 2023. Attending were seniors Taylor Conrad, Sarah Helsel, Emma Gill, and Erica Norotsky; juniors Cameron Claycomb and Kennedy Lewis; sophomores Zaiden Bush, Kadie Claycomb, Ava Dibert, Layla Diehl, Makenzie Ebersole, Kasey Mosser, and Dakotta Wilbur; freshmen...
I am always in the mood for something sweet. As I write this week’s articles, I am begging my sister Julie to head to Dairy Queen for ice cream for us and our dog Cooper. Since we’re still in BBQ season, sometimes, you just want some dessert after eating the picnic food. My best friend Judy Olivieri made this sweet treat for our Fourth of July party, and it was a hit! Strawberry Crunch Cake Ingredients: For the cake: 1 package white cake mix 1 – 3 oz. box strawberry jello 4 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup water For the strawberry crunc...
It feels like a short few months ago when I was sitting down with Mike and Brittany Biddle in an igloo, looking at the bank building discussing their hopes and dreams for the building. Flash forward a few months. Biddle's Brewing's location in town officially opened July 1. "It feels like it's been in the making for so long," Brittany said. Luckily for the Biddles, no major renovations were needed in the building. "It was stuck in the 1990s," Mike said. "The style, the building, the pink salmon...
Dwayne Zimmerman, of Crowsnest Broadband, attended Woodbury Township Supervisors’ meeting. Zimmerman said that after receiving a grant, Woodbury Township was one of the areas most “in need” of broadband services and that Crowsnest is looking into fiber optic services in the area. Zimmerman admitted they are in the planning stages but wanted to know the priority areas of the township and asked for a letter of support from the township for any work in the future and for more grant funding support. “What I’ve heard – you all are great with custom...
On June 19, the Southern Cove Power Reunion demonstrated a Hydra Unit, Unit Crane Shovel, a Tractor Dump Trailer and other items of interest. Folks enjoyed watching the demonstration and enjoyed the antique trucks on display. Lori Bagley from Little Rock Natural Remedies sold basket raffle tickets to help the Martinsburg and the Roaring Spring libraries and the Door Organization. The Door Organization is a center located in Bellwood where teens can go for help and socialization. Dave Taylor is...
Experts say the formation of Morrisons Cove was determined by the Ice Age giving our homeland its canoe-shaped basin formed by three mountains. These mountains give Cove residents a sense of security that tornadoes likely will not sweep through as lunch time approaches and nights dozing in the bathtub are not common. But our mountains — Dunings to the west, Lock to the north and Tussey Mountain forming the eastern border — have small, seemingly insignificant weaknesses. The gaps, as these areas have become know, were discovered by the first...
7 is the fifth anniversary of SAMA Bedford. All are invited to join in commemorating this milestone with a series of events throughout the summer. On Thursday, Aug. 24, from 11 a.m. to noon, kick off the five-year anniversary celebrations with the Bedford County Chamber of Commerce. On Friday, Aug. 25, embark on a remarkable journey through time at the opening reception of "Historic Bedford," an exhibition from the Fort Bedford Museum. This includes artifacts like the birth certificate to...
Living on a farm outside of East Freedom is a young man who has recently contended for a national championship. His name is Aden Dively, and he is just 13 years old and is entering eighth grade at Spring Cove. Aden and his dad are enthusiastic bass fishermen. During the summer they fish for river smallmouths nearly every weekend on a catch-and-release basis. To say that they are successful is an understatement. In fact, Aden has landed smallies over 20 inches long. As if this weren't enough,...
Exploring the possibility of reintroducing American martens to Pennsylvania will include consideration of an additional public survey gauging residents’ opinions on the matter. The Pennsylvania Game Commission recently developed the draft “American Marten Reintroduction and Management Plan for Pennsylvania,” a long-term, 10-year strategy to translocate the species back to the state, then conduct comprehensive monitoring to evaluate that reintroduction. The Board of Commissioners tabled a proposal until the results of a soon-...
The Central girls tennis team held a tennis camp the week of June 19-23 for girls in the Spring Cove School District entering grades four through nine. The camp was run by new head coach Shaun Coppersmith and former head coach John Riley. Current high school team members Julia Ritchey, Ashlyn Renner, Brooklyn Coppersmith, Zoe Grill, Brooke Smith and Lila Kile assisted in camp as well. A total of 19 girls attended the camp. A second camp is planned for week of July 17-21. Participants lined up...
Martinsburg's annual Ag Parade was held on Tuesday, July 11....
July is synonymous with fun in the sun. In the northern hemisphere, July is typically characterized by sunny days, warm weather and long hours of daylight, making it an ideal month to enjoy a little rest and relaxation. July also boasts an interesting history. 1. July is named after a person whose been famous for thousands of years. According to the Farmer's Almanac, Roman dictator Julius Caesar developed the precursor to the Gregorian calendar used today. 2. July is a celebratory month for fans of revolution. American Independence Day (July...
This black bear found itself in a tree at the home of Stephen and Amanda Snyder in New Enterprise. On Saturday morning at about 8:30, the bear climbed the tree above the Snyders' chicken coop. The bear had a tag in each ear. The Game Commission came and tranquilized the bear, then took it away in a trap. The bear had been tagged in Lycoming County previously and weighed 173 pounds at that time. It will be returned to Lycoming County....
The Northern Bedford class of 1963 celebrated its 60th class reunion at Hoss's in Bedford on Thursday, June 22. Class members are (front row, from left) Jan (Grubb) Walent, Janet (Whitfield) Snyder, Nancy (Foor) Peck, Joanna (King) Marsh, and Jean (Hoover) Foor; (second row, from left) Rose Marie (Steele) Drenning, Darlene (Baker) Kagarise, Gloria (Detwiler) Glasgow, Elaine (Replogle) Link, and Leanna (Clapper) Calhoun; (third row, from left) Richard Ebersole, Roger Replogle, Jeannette (Hall)...
The Central High School classmates of 1968 held celebration of 55 years on Saturday, June 17, in the Soho Room at The Casino at Lakemont Park. There were 40 classmates and 26 guests present. Classmates journeyed from as far away as Oklahoma, Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina and Florida. A meet and greet was held Friday evening at Creekside, East Freedom. Classmates in attendance were (front row, from left) Janet (Dell) Brumbaugh, Juanita (Dawson) Brumbaugh, Louise (Butler) Skvarka, Carol...
Those who participated in the annual Bargain Days yard sales had the opportunity to cool down, thanks to Connor and Adaleigh Stayduhar, children of Kirstie and Mick Stayduhar. The siblings sold lemonade and no bake cookies outside their home on Allegheny Street on Friday, July 7. Addie (8) and Connor (6) said they will use their profit at the Cove Carnival this week. Their mother Kirstie put together their eye-catching stand, complete with lemons and cookies as decoration. Kirstie and her...
TOP: Tyler Brazle details one of the Friendship Fire Company's fire trucks that will be participating in the parade. BOTTOM: Austin Peters and McKenna Rickabaugh place their chairs at the spot their families occupy for Martinsburg's annual Ag Parade each year....
The Greenfield Township board of supervisors approved a solar electric energy facilities ordinance at their July 5 meeting. The policy outlines regulations for the aconstruction, operation, and decommissioning of commercial scale solar farms within the township’s borders. Solar projects must also comply with guidelines set forth in the township’s existing subdivision and land development ordinance. Small solar systems that are used for on site consumption, such as at a residence, will not be affected by the new ordinance. The township has bee...
Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Company Deputy Chief Tim James and Assistant Chief Scott Caldwell (on truck) show Junior Firefighter Ricky Cales the proper technique for rolling up a hose. The veteran firefighters serve as mentors to junior firefighters like Cales who represent the next generation of volunteers and will be counted on to lead the department in the future....
The South Woodbury Township Board of Supervisors meeting took place on July 5 at 9 a.m. Minutes from the Secretary and Treasurer Rachael White were reviewed and approved. 2024 Budget Planning was discussed. An oral report on roads was given. Last month, mowing and tile placement on Golden Rule Road took place. Blacktopping was set for Monday, July 10, with Grannis Brothers. Additional bids will be needed for more road work on Golden Rule Road later this year to be done next year. The bridge inspection report was reviewed. Bridge 3 on Old Mill...
Billy Sweet passed away at the end of June, and leaves behind a lifetime of service to Blair County. Sweet was an active fireman for over 45 years at Claysburg and vice president of the Blair County Chapter of the NAACP for many years. "He wore a lot of hats. He was a firefighter, VP for awhile, Fire Police Captain for while..." Travis Finnegan from the Claysburg Volunteer Fire Company said. "The NAACP's successes in Blair County would not have been possible without the added contributions of...
With the Cove Carnival kicking off this week and two nights of fireworks scheduled, area residents could be in the mood to extend their Fourth of July celebration. But if you decide to break out any leftover fireworks and set them off, you will be breaking the law in most Cove-area municipalities. Following state law, with few variations, local municipalities have adopted ordinances regulating where and when fireworks can be set off, and although fireworks are available to purchase year-round, there are only a handful of days they can legally...
Businesses and homes along Nason, June, and Hillcrest Drives in Roaring Spring pay property taxes to the borough but may be surprised to learn that those roads belong to Conemaugh Nason Hospital, and Nason CEO Tim Harclerode wants to give them to the borough. Harclerode spoke to Roaring Spring Borough Council at its July 10 meeting and said that although the hospital was annexed about eight years ago and has been paying the borough property taxes, the three roads remained under hospital ownership, which leaves the burden of maintaining them up...
Herald Editor Anna Baughman (left) and Publisher and Co-Owner Allan Bassler (right) spot Herald photographer Gary M. Baranec. The Morrisons Cove Herald was honored as the 2023 Ag Parade Grand Marshal. Baughman and Bassler were joined by former Herald owner David Snyder and Rich Bice, whose father owned the Herald. The Herald van, driven by Craig Diehl, who was accompanied by Lugene Shelly, followed the float. Olivia Boston and Rylee Green assisted the Herald by giving out candy to parade goers....
Roger Dwight Smith of Roaring Spring, passed away June 26, 2023, in Martinsburg, due to a sudden illness. Dwight was born June 29, 1976, the son of Roger L. Smith and Gloria Jean (Reese) Smith. He was a 1993 graduate of Central High School, Martinsburg, and attended Pennsylvania State University. He earned the Eagle Scout award from Roaring Spring Troop #539 and received the Keystone Award as a member of his high school FFA chapter. Mr. Smith carried on his father’s business legacy as the o...
Ronald C. Foor, 82, of Roaring Spring R.D., went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, July 8, 2023, at home. He was born Nov. 5, 1940, in Hopewell, son of the late Clair and Mary (Spade) Foor. He is survived by his wife, Roberta J. Foor, whom he married on April 13, 1964, in Winchester, VA, two daughters Brenda Shealy (Keith) of Yorktown, VA and Victoria Guyer (Timothy) of East Freedom, three grandchildren Ethan Bogle (Rebecca) of Orlando, FL, Sierra Bogle Marbut of Bend, OR and Tanner Guyer of M...
Tempie (Betty) Elizabeth Musselman went home to be with the Lord July 4, 2023, following a brief illness. Betty was born April 26, 1943, in Klahr; daughter of Kate M. and Taylor C. Musselman. She is survived by siblings-Anna Pauline Page (Ronald) of Claysburg, Theodore C. Musselman (Shirley) of Claysburg, Sally J. Leydig of Duncansville, and Francis R. Musselman (Joyce) of Claysburg; two nieces-Paula Page Eicher (Keith) of Claysburg and Angela L. DeStefano (Steve) of Punta Gorda, FL; and...
Linda L. Whitaker, 75, of Williamsburg, went home to be with her Lord, Sunday evening, July 2, 2023, at UPMC Altoona. She was born Aug. 28, 1947, in rural Williamsburg, daughter of the late, Jack N. and Gertrude L. (Gorsuch) Blough. On April 11, 1969, she married George E. “Ed” Whitaker in Williamsburg. He passed away March 10, 2014, following 44 years of marriage. She is survived by two sons: Scott A. Whitaker (Malissa) of Williamsburg and Chad E. Whitaker (Heidi Trecoske) of Enola; two gra...
Billy Sweet passed away at the end of June, and leaves behind a lifetime of service to Blair County. Sweet was an active fireman for over 45 years at Claysburg and vice president of the Blair County Chapter of the NAACP for many years. “He wore a lot of hats. He was a firefighter, VP for awhile, Fire Police Captain for while…” Travis Finnegan from the Claysburg Volunteer Fire Company said. “The NAACP’s successes in Blair County would not have been possible without the added contributions of Bill Sweet,” NAACP Andrae Holsey said. Sweet’s son...
In early December of 1955, excitement was building in the halls of Williamsburg High School and in the borough of Williamsburg as the new basketball season was rapidly approaching. There were two primary reasons for all the positive anticipation. First, the football squad of Coach William “Bill” Rhodes had just posted the school’s only undefeated, untied regular season (10-0) in Blue Pirate history. Since football’s beginning in 1926, only one other squad had been undefeated. The Blue Pirate team (then “Little Giants) of 1939 had no losses bu...
Annie Pederson was nine years old when she and her sister Sarah were playing on the dock. They lived on Lake Superior and the loons were out on that dark evening. Sarah was only five and Annie always felt protective of her little sister. So, when Sarah was snatched by two kidnappers, Annie felt responsible. Twenty-four years later, Annie still hoped to find what happened to her little sister. If some remains were found nearby which fit the age of her sister, she submitted her sister’s DNA in hop...
Herald of July 14, 1898 The expenses for the Fourth of July celebration in Martinsburg included $15 for the fireworks display, $15 for the Woodbury band, $11 for the East Sharpsburg band, and $11.05 to Albert H. Stoner for meals provided to the visiting firemen and bandsmen. Following the victory of the American fleet at Santiago, prayers were being offered in churches in the Cove area for an early peace in the Spanish American War. Sunday was a day of thanksgiving for the American victories, as proclaimed by President McKinley. An addition to...
Herald of July 19, 1973 Fire swept through the heart of Roaring Spring business district, destroying the Family Fashions Store, formerly Klevans) and heavily damaging the G&M 5¢ to $1.00 store. Nearby businesses received smoke damage. Roaring Spring Fire Chief Mearle G. Pote said that when he first came on scene, flames were shooting out of front of the Family Fashions building. One fireman was injured when bricks from the G&M store fell on him. A runaway truck streaked down the east slope of Tussey Mountain last Friday morning when its...
Herald of July 20, 1923 Miss Grace Skyles delightfully entertained a number of friends at her home on Saturday evening. Very interesting games and excellent music were enjoyed, and a dainty luncheon was served by the hostess. The guests report a fine time. Those present were: Rose Lower, Mary Books, Margaret Straesser, Helen Martin, Gertrude Burket, Florence Boals, Grace Skyles, Roy Brumbaugh, Keim Bomebreak, Tom Bonebreak, Ella Sanders, Mrs. Mary Ashcom, Mr. and Mrs. W. U. Skyles. The Baker’s Summit Union Sunday school will hold its annual p...
Herald of July 23, 1998 The Department of Environmental Protection held a meeting in the Northern Bedford high School auditorium to hear citizens’ views on a proposed state strategy aimed at controlling pollution from concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs). A CAFO was defined as an operation that housed approximately 700 dairy cattle or 2,500 swine. Attendees questioned the details of the plan and voiced concerns that the regulations would not be enforced. A surprise 60th wedding anniversary picnic was held in honor of Mr. and Mrs. M...
Herald of July 22, 1948 The fund drive for a new hospital in Bedford reached forty-three percent of its $595,000 goal two weeks into the campaign. The Williamsburg Veterans’ Memorial Celebration was planned for August 4-7. The event will kick off on Wednesday afternoon with a community picnic sponsored by the Lions’ Club in Loose’s Grove at 1 p.m. Don Sellers, manager of WVAM in Altoona, announced the appointment of Will Ketner of Henrietta as news editor of the new Columbia affiliate in Altoona. WVAM is Altoona’s newest and most powerfu...
Herald of July 18, 2013 A program to distribute backpacks with enough food for a weekend to children in the Spring Cove School District was in the planning stages. Martha Disney, who organized the program, said participating students would pick up a backpack on Friday and return it to the school on Monday to be refilled for the following weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Musselman, Sr. of Martinsburg celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Mr. Musselman retired from the Martinsburg Shoe Factory and his wife Phyllis retired from New Printing Co,...
It is not unusual for me to ask hospice patients what their favorite hymn is. For the reply to be In the Garden is not at all unusual. That old song looks ahead with joy at the thought of abiding with Jesus in heaven forever. For that to happen, Jesus went to the garden of Gethsemane before going to the cross. The events of that night seemed more appropriate for rough city streets than for a garden. We understand that when a person is arrested there is typically very good reason for it. Sometimes arrests are peaceful and other times they can...
I know, I kind of left you hanging there. Stick with me though, and we’ll finish that statement together. I think we can all agree that there are seasons of life that are just plain hard. These seasons can last for just fleeting moments, and they can last what seems like a lifetime. And your hard season can be radically different from my hard season. There are people, in our own community, that are hurting, dealing with addictions, suffering from loss and heartache. If you are reading this and you can identify with this, I want to bring you s...
The time of fasting and I believe prayer is over. Queen Esther is about to put her life on the line for her people. She dresses carefully in her royal finery goes to the palace and the throne room. In the throne room all is going along smoothly. The itinerary is being carefully followed and there are no interruptions. Suddenly Queen Esther steps through the door. One by one courtiers see her, gasp, and stop whatever they are doing. She is not on the agenda and faces death. The king, perhaps...
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WOODBURY WATER AUTHORITY CUSTOMERS Woodbury Water Authority will be flushing the water system July 21 through July 31, 2023, weather permitting. Customers may experience cloudy or discolored water, as well as low pressure during these times. Storage Sale Due to nonpayment of storage and fees, all property of Shawn Ramsey, 918 Buttermilk Hollow Road, Claysburg, PA 16625, stores at Freedom Junction Self-Storage, East Freedom, PA, will be sold on August 1, 2023, at 10 a.m., at Freedom Junction, East Freedom, PA....
