Articles from the November 2, 2023 edition
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Elaine Joy Williams
Elaine Joy Williams, 93, a resident of Homewood at Martinsburg, passed away Monday morning, Oct. 30, 2023, at the home. She was born Feb. 17, 1930, in Pittsburgh, daughter of the late John and Anna (S...
Audrey M. Aungst
Audrey M. Aungst, 91, of Martinsburg, went home to be with her Lord, early Friday morning, Oct. 27, 2023, at her home. She was born Jan. 5, 1932, in Martinsburg, daughter of the late, D. Irvin and...
Mary K. Sollenberger
Mary K. Sollenberger, 73, of rural Williamsburg, passed away Sunday evening, Oct. 29, 2023, at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Roaring Spring. She was born Jan. 5, 1950, in Roaring Spring, daughter...
Martinsburg JFK Buff, Mayor Presents to Central Students
Martinsburg Mayor Richard Brantner was the featured guest speaker in Mr. Shad Benton’s “The 1960s” social studies elective classes on Oct. 26 and 27 to share his knowledge of the John F....
Friends of Martinsburg Library Meet
The Friends of the Martinsburg Community Library met Oct. 25 at the library. All voting members of the Friends are invited to come to the Friends meetings. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 6:30 p.m. at the library. Magazine...
Letter to the Editor
To the Editor: It is time to vote! Have you taken time to see who is a candidate for each office? Are YOU ready to exercise your right to vote AND EXPRESS YOUR OPINION? It is our right, but also our responsibility. When you go to the polling site, pl...
By House Bill 1300 Would Not Deprive Hunters
Many times, good governing and fiscal responsibility require balancing a multitude of interests and priorities. When the Senate voted on House Bill 1300, our proposal for this current budget’s Fiscal Code, I believed that bill did that prudently...
Books to Borrow Williamsburg Public Library Recommends
When author Tory Anderson was obtaining degrees in liberal arts or working in the high tech industry, he never dreamed he’d one day pilot a yellow school bus, taking kids from home life to school life and back again. The aspiring writer looked on...
Crucial Signs Your Child May be Being Bullied
Most parents are familiar with bullying and have seen the harmful role it can play in the lives of children. While we know what it is, we may not always know the signs to look for to identify it. We are also not usually sure what to do about it if...
125 Years Ago
Herald of Nov. 10, 1898 The Roaring Spring Board of Health met in a special session in view of the near approach of scarlet fever. Citizens are urged to thoroughly clean up all rubbish and decayed matter, and to obtain chloride of lime and disinfect...
50 Years Ago
Herald of Nov. 15, 1973 The Spring Cove School Board was making plans for a fuel shortage that could leave some schools without heat in the coming winter. Gulf Oil Corp., the district’s oil supplier, told the district it would be subject to...
100 Years Ago
Herald of Nov. 9, 1923 Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Showalter, steward and matron of the M. C. Home received a telegram bringing the sad news that their youngest daughter, in Chicago, had died. They left at once by automobile to Altoona and thence to Chicago....
25 Years Ago
Herald of Nov. 12, 1998 The Spring Cove Education Association and the Spring Cove School Teachers approved an extension of the teacher’s contract that gives teachers a $1,000 pay increase each year for four years. The “early bird” agreement...
75 Years Ago
Herald of Nov. 11, 1948 Plans were underway in the Cove Community to celebrate the thirtieth Armistice Day. Although the event marks the end of World War I, veterans of the even greater World War II are planning to take part in the activities. The...
10 Years Ago
Herald of Nov. 7, 2013 The Spring Cove School District used an in-service day to host a full-scale emergency drill to replicate a deadly shooter situation. The drill, put on by the Blair County Safe Schools Network, brought together 12 law...
Trunk or Treat Thoughts
Like most Christans, I am glad to see Halloween is over. We recognize it as a dark and troubling day on the calendar. There is no denying how popular it has become. Not only are candy sales huge but so are the morbid house decorations and graphic...
Trunk or Treat Features Noah
Vicksburg Church hosted a Trunk or Treat on Oct. 26. This group featured Noah’s Ark complete with live animals. Carol Bowser provided two miniature horses, two goats, and two rabbits. Shown (from...
St. John's Recognizes Pastors
October was Pastor Appreciation month. St John’s United Church of Christ in Martinsburg decided to recognize all five pastors in their congregation this year. Pastor Betty Royer is currently...
Lutheran Church Hosting Clothing Giveaway
Geeseytown Lutheran Church, 462 Route 22, Hollidaysburg, will hold a clothing giveaway Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to Noon. Future giveaways will be held on the first Saturday of each month. Clothing for teens and adults, shoes, scarves, hats,...
Thought for the Week
Inspiration for this ‘Thought’ comes from John Glick. Lots of things look good just as they are. But in order to be useful, some things must be crushed or broken. Many of those things are food...
Public Notices
Executrix Notice Elizabeth L. Shaffer, Deceased. Late of Altoona City, Blair County. D.O.D. Jan. 29, 2023. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the...
NBC Recognizes Students in Career Program
Administrators, school board members, parents, students, teachers, and members of the business community crowded into the Northern Bedford County High School Cafeteria for the bi annual Career Technical Education (CTE) Occupational Advisory...
September 2023 Deeds
(Records in this list are taken from public databases provided by the counties. Published entries are selected to match the Herald’s coverage area.) BEDFORD COUNTY LORI PACIULLA STROUT, MATTHEW CHURCHILL STROUT AND RAYNOR KELLY STROUT TO KENNETH...
Ask the Williamsburgers
It’s November, home to my favorite holiday: Thanksgiving. Any excuse to cook a big meal, enjoy some great shopping, and watch football is a perfect day for me. As usual with this time of year, I like to know what is on the readers’ Thanksgiving...
Halloween Festivities in Williamsburg
Halloween and Trick or Treat were celebrated in style last week. Brynlee Nevitt, 7, daughter of Clayton and Karissa Nevitt, of Williamsburg poses with her mom in front of a Candyland-themed car at...
ARW Talks to Civic Club
Deborah La Valla of the Blair County American Rescue Workers (ARW) presented to the Williamsburg Women's Civic Club on Monday, Oct. 23. La Valla said she and her husband came to Hollidaysburg in 2006...
Rotary Students Announced For September and October
The Morrison's Cove Rotary Club picks students for each month from each local school district. The two winners from Williamsburg for September and October were recently announced. September – Kara...
From the 'Burg to Your Kitchen
As with most holidays, the best memories seem to always come out. For my family, the best (and funniest) memories seem to happen around the table or eating. Many years ago, we were always invited to my Aunt Rita’s Thanksgiving dinner out at...
Boy Scouts Serve Vets
Boy Scout Troop #358 from Martinsburg volunteered at the 2023 Penn State Military Appreciation Day Tailgate at the Bryce Jordan Center on Saturday, Oct. 28. This is the troop's fourth year at this...
Apple Butter Day: Long Process Worth the Treat
The fragrance of wood smoke hits about a quarter mile from the destination: my sister Janet Ronk’s home. Pulling in the drive brings the deep rich fragrance of cider and apples cooking at a simmer. Summer is over and the apples are hanging in heavy...
Lining Up The Leaves
Morrisons Cove Memorial Park spent Tuesday morning and early afternoon lining up the leaves around the park building to vacuum them up....
Eating Crow
Last week I related how my son, Bob, and our friend “Scout” tagged turkeys on last autumn’s opening Saturday. I, on the other hand, had to try to do as much hunting during the one-week season as I could if I were not to “eat crow” for Thank...
Lady Dragon Soccer Crushes Eagles
In the playoff opener for the Lady Dragon Soccer team, they faced the Somerset Lady Eagles. After holding a lead for the entire game, the Lady Dragons finished with a score of 3-1. After Lakkyn...
Dragons Dominate in LHAC Championship
In a battle of the unbeaten teams, the Central Dragons squared off against the Richland Rams for what was meant to be a battle of epic proportions. However, with the Rams suffering a number of...
CK's Athletes Keep Eyes On Successful Season End
Claysburg-Kimmel's Remington Diehl picks up yardage before being forced out of bounds by Everett's Marcellus Alban Friday. Claysburg's Ava Dibert (3) goes up for a block against Purchase Line's...
Healthy Hearts Discussion
Join Nason Healthy Hearts on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 5 p.m. at Nason Cardiac Rehab to listen to Marsha Johnston, RN, Diabetic & Wellness Educator, discuss how we can eat healthier this holiday season. It is located at 878 Pine Heights St, Roaring...
Warning Signs of Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose. Diabetes can cause serious damage to the eyes, kidneys, nerves, heart, and blood vessels over time. Type 2...
Mid Penn Bank, Penn State Health Host No Shave November Fundraiser
Mid Penn Bank is partnering with Penn State Health’s Department of Urology for the eighth annual No Shave November fundraiser. This partnership has raised more than $620,000 for prostate cancer research since the first month-long campaign was held...
The History of Movember
If you think you're seeing more mustaches lingering over mens' upper lips as November unfolds, chances are your eyes are not deceiving you. November has long been synonymous with Thanksgiving and the...
Healing Patch Observes Children's Grief Awareness Month in November
In recognition of Children’s Grief Awareness Month this November, the Healing Patch Children’s Grief Program is joining other members of the National Alliance for Children’s Grief to “flip the script” on grief. Throughout the month, we are...
Claysburg Woman Sentenced to Life In Prison For Murdering Husband in 2018
The Claysburg woman convicted last month of first-degree murder in the 2018 shooting death of her husband has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Bedford County President Judge Travis Livengood handed the life...
Local FFA Members Awarded National American FFA Degree
Each year, the National FFA Organization honors FFA members who show the utmost dedication to the organization through their desire to develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth,...
'United We Can' Luncheon Featured a Hero
Attendees of the last United We Stand luncheon of the fall had a chance to listen to a real hero. Retired PA State Trooper Tim Strohmeyer is a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Gulf War during...
2024 PA Farm Show Asks, 'Oh, Say, Can You Sing?'
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding has invited Pennsylvania singers to enter “Oh, Say, Can You Sing?”, a star-spangled sing-off to win a chance to sing live at the 2024 PA Farm Show — the Pennsylvania State Fair™. Each morning, from Jan....
Bobcat Martinsburg Begins to Bounce Back After Fire
As Chief of the Martinsburg Volunteer Fire Company, Randy Acker is accustomed to having his days interrupted by the whistle. Throughout his decades-long career in the fire service, Acker has been...
Hornets, Williamsburg Players Head into Playoffs
Lucas Dick won’t try to snow you. Juniata Valley’s junior wide receiver-cornerback, who’s been such a big-play machine for the Green Hornets, is anxious for this week’s District 6 Class 1A playoff game against 2022 finalist Penns Manor at...
Hoover Presented with Lifetime Achievement Award
The Blair County Chamber of Commerce held its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award for Business Excellence on Monday, Oct. 23. This year's award was presented to Dan Hoover from Roaring Spring Blank Book...
