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The COVID-19 pandemic has hit Cove residents in a variety of ways. For Williamsburg residents Joshua Bradley and Walter Weaver, the pandemic cost them their jobs at a chain restaurant in the area. For some, this would mean hard times and hard choices, but for this duo, it was just the beginning and BellyBusters Food Truck and Catering Business was born. With more than 45 years of combined years experience in the food service industry, the pair tossed around the idea of having a food truck and...
Ilona Ballreich, a professor at Penn State University, discussed a potential relationship between the university and the town with Williamsburg Borough Council during the Dec. 7 meeting. “Yes, we are still in the dreaming phase,” Ballreich said, “but there are many different items or issues in town that could be addressed.” Ballreich mentioned the possibility of solar power generation, most likely to be set up at the sewer plant or a site to allow handicapped accessibility for fishing in the river in Williamsburg. Councilmember Don Zimmerman sa...
Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies Ingredients: 1/2 cup cocoa 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup melted butter 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 egg 2 tsp. vanilla 1-1/3 cups flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together cocoa powder, white sugar, butter and vegetable oil. Beat in egg and vanilla until fully incorporated. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir the dry ingredients first before mixing them through...
"This is a dream come true – I've always wanted to do this," Williamsburg native Linda Lemin said of her new shop opening in Clappertown. Linda's Crafts and Goodies officially opened in December 2020. "I have fond memories of working with my sister Fannie in her craft and floral shop years ago (Fannie's Florals)," Lemin said. This shop, right next to her home, provides Lemin the comfort of knowing that her mother is close to her after some health issues. "My mom enjoys cooking for the shop, t...
The Williamsburg Community School District held a meeting Thursday, Dec. 10, to discuss if students would return to face-to-face instruction on Monday, Dec. 14 or whether they would be staying remote until the end of Christmas vacation. “It was a very long discussion – a lot of emotional thoughts, but we are trying to do the best for the kids,” board President Dr. Barry England said. “We want these kids in school.” Several parents attended the meeting via conference call to voice their concerns and frustrations with the district. Amber Corl, a...
Alpha Beta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society held its annual Christmas Tea on Dec. 5 at Slick's Ivy Stone Restaurant in Osterburg. Members of the Hospitality Committee served finger foods and cookies at the conclusion of the business meeting led by President Becky Johnen. She led the group in a discussion about increasing the chapter's use of social media. Lois Stoner, Ways and Means Committee chair, reported that the Pizza Hut fundraiser earned $159 toward chapter projects. The committee als...
Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine on Tuesday, Dec. 15, urged Pennsylvanians to take COVID-19 and food safety precautions as they plan household celebrations during the upcoming holidays. “We know that one of the best parts of the holiday season is spending time with those we love, but this year, we must rethink what that looks like,” Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine said. “This holiday season, choose to celebrate with the people in your household and virtually connect with your loved ones. It is essential that we all follow the order...
I am here once again highlighting another truly amazing and beautiful breed of dairy cow; the Guernsey. The Guernsey breed originated from the island of Guernsey, which is in the Channel Islands. They are typically fawn or red and white in color and absolutely gorgeous. At mature age, they will weigh approximately 1,200 to 1,500 pounds. Although Guernseys are ranked sixth in milk production among the six major dairy breeds, they are still favored by many people for their excellent and nutrient...
