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Herald correspondent Eric Shields and Cove resident Byron Smail both received awards from The Blair County Historical Society at its Heritage Hall of Fame Awards Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 26 at The Casino in Lakemont. Shields received the Preservation of Blair County History award for his "They Came From Blair County" books, which talk about the achievements of Blair County residents. "I was in the hospital when I got the news that I was getting the award, so it was a nice pick me up," he said....
Pennsylvania’s fiscal 2024-2025 budget contains historic investments in education based on a new formula intended to more fairly distribute funding among school districts. Rural school districts in particular have been hard hit by underfunding, relying on local tax increases and supplementary funding to deliver services. The changes stem from a Commonwealth Court decision in February 2023 which ruled Pennsylvania’s school funding system unconstitutional and in need of reform. Local school district administrators agree that the new formula hel...
Alexys Tomlinson, a freshman at Claysburg-Kimmel High School is the first student to swim for the district. "I have always loved swimming - I have always enjoyed the water," she said. Tomlinson's journey started when her mother Tiffany Tomlinson told her about swim practice at the Hollidaysburg YMCA for eight and under. "I said yeah we should go," she said. "My first practice went so well, I was so happy, and I loved it. I didn't want to stop and just wanted to keep going back." Tiffany said...
PA CareerLink Blair County will be holding a job fair with over 100 employers for various industries on Wednesday, Oct 9 at the Jaffa Shrine in Altoona from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will early access for veterans at 9:30 a.m. to thank them for their service. This is a chance for people to meet face-to-face with employers where they are seasoned professional, just entering the workforce, or considering a career change. Over 60 employers are hiring for a variety of roles and many are willing to interview on the spot. There is no cost to attend....
Blair County Sheriff James Ott thinks that there needs to be more done about the battle with the fentanyl epidemic. He said that they are starting to make changes. Talking about his experience with the fentanyl problem, Ott said that he is in a unique position because he wears two hats. With his profession, it is a struggle every day that they see the increasing battles on the street with the abuse and the opiate addiction that they have. “We see that battle,” Ott said. “We watch family members turn themselves inside out trying to save loved...
The Central High School Marching Band participated in Bandfest at Tussey Mountain High School on Saturday, September 14 along with several other area school districts. Band Director Gabrielle Swackhamer said there were 65 students who attended along with Assistant Director Dan Drumm, and Band Front Advisor Erica Coppersmith. "When we were there, we watched other bands perform their halftime shows, and then performed ours for them," Swackhamer said. They played their warm-up tune "Ashes" by...
The Annual Benefit Auction for the Clinic for Special Children and Central PA Clinic returned for the 27th year on Sept 13-14. On Friday, people were busy setting up items to be auctioned and many were in line to buy rib dinners. The dinners included Hatfield's ribs, a homemade roll, homemade baked beans, homemade mac and cheese, and the choice of coleslaw or applesauce. There were 800 dinners to be sold and 775 were sold immediately. Just as popular were the homemade baked goods of pies and...
The Claysburg-Kimmel High School has planned their homecoming parade and football game for Friday, Oct. 11. The events are tentatively scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. with a parade. The parade will start at the Claysburg Area Community Park before moving south onto Bedford Street and then making a right onto Oakdale Avenue. The parade will conclude at Athletic Road. Prior to the football game, the visiting band and the Claysburg-Kimmel band will each perform their halftime shows. The alumni band will be on the field for the playing of the...
Led by Maestro Nick Palmer, ASO’s Season 96 Opening Night concert will feature two of the most celebrated romantic works in classical music on Saturday, October 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Historic Mishler Theatre. The powerful and triumphant Brahms Symphony No. 1 will captivate with its depth and emotional intensity, highlighting Brahms’ mastery in symphonic composition. Audiences will also experience the virtuosic brilliance of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto performed by ASO’s beloved concertmaster, Genaro Medina. His performance promises to brin...
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (Survivor Day or ISOSLD) is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experiences. ISOSL Day attendees will have the opportunity to create vellum paper luminaries in memory of the person/people who died by suicide. A local Survivors Day event will be held at the Healing Patch Children’s Grief Program (UPMC Home Healthcare, 20 Sheraton Drive, Altoona) on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m to 1 p.m. The event is free to adult s...
Superintendent Lisa Murgas talked to Williamsburg Community School Board on the new and updated Title IX regulations at the meeting on Tuesday, September 17. She talked about regulations that require no discrimination based on gender identity, sexual orientation and other criteria. Murgas said these regulations were handed down federally and that no policies were written yet regarding the issues that were vocalized by some of the board members. She told the school board that before any changes occur there must be a meeting with parents to come...
“We just wanted to do something different,” Williamsburg Church of the Brethren Pastor Alan Brumbaugh said of the church’s first Apple Festival to be held on Saturday, October 5. The church’s Growth Committee, spearheaded by Jeff Frederick, is organizing the event. “The Growth Committee was founded to get a better footprint in the community – our goal is to make sure people know that we are here and that our doors are always open for new folks to come and worship with us,” Brumbaugh said. “We want people to know we are more than the church...
“Why have an ordinance if you can’t enforce it?” Catharine Township Vice Chairman Ken Brenneman said during last Thursday evening’s township meeting. He was referring to the township’s proposed burn ordinance. Supervisors discussed having an enforcement officer, but it was noted that it would be for all ordinances not just this one. This enforcement officer would, according to Solicitor Nathan Karn, issue non-traffic citations with the Magisterial District Judge. Karn said that some of the townships he represents use a third-party enforceme...
Michael Stayduhar, who goes by “Mick”, has been the assistant director of Nursing at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center for about a year and a half. Prior to that he worked as the emergency department director and had that position during the height of COVID-19 pandemic. Before that, he was a nurse in the same department for over 10 years. “I’ve been a nurse for a while and worked through COVID,” Stayduhar said. “I would say I was a manager but I worked side-by-side with my staff during that.” He said his experience during the pandemic was...
The Lower Trail in Williamsburg recently became a part of the September 11 National Memorial Trail (911NMT). The 911NMT begins at the 9/11 Pentagon Memorial in Arlington, Va., and ends at the Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, Pa. It also connects the World Trade Center in New York City with Antietam and Gettysburg battlefields, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Historical Park, the Great Allegheny Passage, and the East Coast Greenway. According to Jeffery McCauley, president of the 911NMT Alliance,...
Railside Machine, owned by Mervin Martin, has seen steady growth since it started, with humble beginnings, to a thriving local business serving a wide range of customers. His business specializes in tools, equipment, welding and fabrication. The shop now operates out of a facility built in 2013. "We have increased in capabilities over the years," Martin said, reflecting on the company's development. He first learned welding at Martin's Welding and acquired his first machine in 1996, teaching...
The September 12th edition of the Morrisons CoveHerald contained a story covering the Spring Cove School School District’s Committee of the Whole meeting discussion on a new proposed policy for attending meetings via the phone. The story stated that board member, Misti Fisher attended her first meeting Monday, September 9 since being sworn in as a board member in December. After the story was published Fisher wanted to give her side of the issue. Fisher said that she was at all the school board meetings from December to April, “It was som...
During the latest meeting, Fire Marshal and Roaring Spring Borough Council President James Musselman, provided updates on the tornado cleanup efforts, focusing on the hardest-hit areas in Taylor Township. He said that much of the damage involved downed trees, particularly near M&B’s Cycle Shop, where the tornado touched down on August 29. “You could tell, because the trees were scattered in all directions,” Musselman said. Cleanup efforts included calls for assistance from areas like 36, Cabbage Creek, and Dick’s Schoolhouse Road. In other r...
Spring Cove Middle School Girls' Volleyball team during their game last week against Penns Valley....
The American Red Cross continues to amplify the ongoing critical need for blood and platelets to keep the blood supply stable as fall begins. Nicole Roschella, regional communications director for the American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania Region, said they are in need of blood after experiencing a shortage in the summer. "Around July 4th we noticed a dip in the supply," she said. Roschella said there is always a demand for blood, but it can be harder to get during the summer or holidays when...
Adam Ake, the son of Ken Ake a Cove resident, was promoted to Bridgadier General. Family and friends attended the hour long ceremony which took place on July 15, 2024, at Fort Lesley J. McNair near Washington, D.C. Brig. Gen Adam Ake was commissioned in 1997 from West Point, where he graduated first in academic and overall standing. After two years of graduate study as a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, BG Ake served as a scout and support platoon leader in Korea and then as a company...
(The Center Square) — A state commission for revitalizing rural Pennsylvania has almost filled out its members, with plans to hold listening sessions to figure out which issues to prioritize. “We’re going to need input from as many experienced stakeholders as possible,” Kyle Kopko, chairman of the Rural Population Revitalization Commission and executive director of the Center for Rural Pennsylvania, said. “I’m really looking for ways to engage with as many folks as possible.” The 15-member commission will tackle population change and what rura...
Alayna Mingle Martinsburg resident Daughter of Joshua and Lynea Mingle School Activities, Clubs, Sports: Student Council, Yearbook Club, Art Club, Foreign Language Club, Future Teacher Club, American History Club, SADD, National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Volleyball, Track & Field Hobbies/Interests: Dance, paint, design nails, ski, involved in church youth group Honors/Awards: Alayna won the Congressional Art Competition for the 13th District in 2024; Vice-President Foreign Language Club; Secretary Student Council;...
The Bedford County Historical Society will be holding registration for the Quilt Show on Friday, September 27, from 1-4 p.m. and Saturday, September 28, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Society, 6441 Lincoln Hwy, Bedford, on the second floor. Parking and entrance are in the rear. There is no fee to enter items in the Quilt Show & Sale. There is a limit of 12 items per entrant; there will be a charge for any items over 12. All items must be quilted and have a sleeve on the back for hanging, and your quilts and quilted items do not have to be...
This past weekend, Long's Outpost marked a milestone, celebrating its 35th anniversary with two days of festivities that included giveaways, product demonstrations, and food for customers. The hardware store, which has been a staple in the community since its founding in 1989, remains family-owned and operated, with deep roots in Martinsburg and New Paris. Melody (Long) Robinson, who helps to run the business alongside her uncle, Mike Snyder, reflects on how far they've come. "The community has...
The highlight of the Spring Cove School District Board of Directors’ regular monthly meeting was the board’s decision to pass the new policy of attendance at meetings by electronic communications as opposed to in-person meeting attendance. The policy in the first reading, stated that a board member cannot miss more than three voting meetings and remain on the board. Also, notice of meeting absence must be given three days before a meeting so it can be determined whether there will be a quorum to be able to hold the meeting. Medical documentatio...
Alexys Tomlinson, a freshman at Claysburg Kimmel, will become the first swimmer ever to represent the district in competitive meets. The board of directors approved the decision at their September meeting. Claysburg has never had a formal swim team. Tomlinson will swim for the district and wear the school swimsuit and cap. Her mother, Tiffany Tomlinson, was approved by the board to serve as a volunteer swim coach for independent swimmers. The suit should be in the $50-$80 range and cap $20. Tomlinson’s current swim times would qualify her f...
In a display of community support, Central High School athletes are now taking to the field with enhanced protection, thanks to a $2,500 donation from the local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7689. The funds were used to purchase much-needed safety helmets, ensuring that the school's athletes are better protected during sports activities. Spring Cove School District recognized the need for more proactive safety measures this year but found themselves without the budget to cover the...
Central High School teacher Joe Logan gave his annual presentation once again on Wednesday, September 11 to his students on the events of 9/11 which changed the course of American history. He led a discussion with his 12th grade students from his Principles of Democracy and psychology classes, following the 38-minute PowerPoint presentation. Logan has been doing this since 2011, the 10th anniversary of 9/11, to offer students both a historical and personal look at the day. This presentation is p...
According to Mayor Richard Brantner, Sr.’s report at the September Martinsburg Borough Council Meeting, on August 9, an individual from the borough complained about two individuals who came to her elderly father’s home claiming to be from the electric company and wanting to see electric bills. The resident who was at her father’s home when the incident occurred called the Martinsburg Borough Police Department who dealt with the problem and ordered them out of town. Police Chief Kerry Hoover said this is the only report they got about these...
For the first time in over two years, the Williamsburg Blue Pirates along with the Juniata Valley Hornets will host a home game in Williamsburg at Veteran's Field, tomorrow evening beginning at 7 p.m. The team will welcome West Branch. "We are excited to experience Friday night lights here in Williamsburg for the first time in two years," Williamsburg Athletic Director Jeff Detwiler said. "Having the opportunity to host a varsity game again will be special for our school and community." He gave...
Over 200 people enjoyed the Wild Game dinner put on by the Williamsburg First Methodist Church and the Williamsburg Community Farm Show on Saturday, September 14. The dinner menu featured alligator, venison, crawfish, elk and other home-cooked sides made by volunteers. The Wild Game Dinner was the brainchild of First Methodist Church Pastor Matt Roberts and parishioners. "There hasn't been one of these locally for a while, and we just wanted to get the locals to come out and have something to...
During their meeting last Tuesday morning, September 10, the Williamsburg Municipal Authority looked at current sewer rates as compared to surrounding areas. Currently, the sewer monthly rate is $60 a month. Authority members threw around ideas of a straight increase or incremental increases per year. Authority members wanted recommendations for the October meeting, as a decision needs to be made for the November meeting. No further discussion was held. The authority also discussed removing telechecks as a payment option. They were told that...
Northern Bedford County School District Superintendent Todd Beatty reported on cyber school finance reform at the Board of School Directors meeting last Monday. “After the dust has settled, what started as high hopes for cyber finance reform in Harrisburg has fizzled for Northern Bedford County,” he said. “The latest bill signed into law provides multiple formulas to determine if a district receives any relief on special education tuition. Unfortunately, it is of no benefit to NBC School District.” Beatty said the start of school this year wa...
National nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announced today that Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Martinsburg, PA has once again joined in the mission to Remember, Honor, Teach, as an official location for 2024. This is the second year that the cemetery will participate in this national program. Last year wreaths were placed at Mount Pleasant and Hickory Bottom Cemeteries. This year Burget, Brumbaugh, and Diehl’s Crossroads Cemeteries have joined the mission and will also be laying wreaths. The ceremony will take place at Mount Pleasant Cemetery...
Claysburg – Seven local home bakers created decadent cakes during the Claysburg Area Farm Show’s “Homemade Chocolate Cake” baking contest sponsored by Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs (PSACF) on September 3. Scott Felix, from Alum Bank, took home top honors in the PSACF Homemade Chocolate Cake Contest with his Chocolate Cake. Second place winner was Apryl Smith of Duncansville. Third place winner was Seanna Berkheimer of Claysburg. Four entries were submitted for the Angel Food Cake Contest. The first-place winner was Jackie Eberh...
Blair County Chamber of Commerce saw the end of an era when their long-time President and CEO Joe Hurd retired on August 30. He said he enjoyed the job tremendously. “I’m so grateful for the people who I’ve had the opportunity to work with from the business community and the terrific staff that we’ve had,” Hurd said. He said the longer it goes, the more he thinks some events and programs are starting to look stale and it is time for some new people with new ideas. “It is time for a seventy-year-old guy to step out of the way and let some ne...
Bluebird Country Workshop is a new program for the Cove Special Children, which was founded in April 2024. The purpose of this workshop is to provide a safe place for individuals with physical or emotional challenges. It also provides the plain community with an opportunity to help one another. The workshop is a non profit organization funded through donations and operated by volunteers. Lucy Zimmerman and Edna Newswanger have been the leaders in this new endeavor. Kimberly Zimmerman is the special education instructor and is present when the...
Nason Hospital Auxiliary has been offering scholarships to area high school seniors pursuing a career in the medical field for the past several years. The scholarship began with the hope that the auxiliary could offer financial support to qualifying students. We encourage donations from our members to help with the cost of the scholarships. This year a scholarship of $500 was awarded to two local students: Laney Yost from Altoona Area High School who will be attending University of Pittsburgh to major in biology/ pre-med and Mary Grill from...
During the Southern Cove Power Reunion’s August meeting they reported that there were 138 hookups at the last tractor pull and no breakdowns. Amy Mellot shared the treasurer report. The checking account balance was $22,941.84, and the Hometown Museum Fund had a balance of $4,236.00. An updated water line is in the process of being placed and there will be an additional hook up for apple butter making for the fall show. On September 17 and 18, the weigh-ins are at 4 p.m. There will also be a church service on September 8:30 a.m. and a...
At the August meeting, Williamsburg Borough Council member Brandon Chamberlain had to resign citing a conflict of interest with his position at PennDOT. At the meeting on Tuesday, September 3, Chamberlain’s resignation was approved and Matthew Webb was appointed to fill Chamberlain’s vacancy. The borough received four letters of interest for the vacant position, but Webb was the only one present at the meeting. “I would be willing and honored to serve on the board,” Webb, a lifelong Williamsburg resident, said. Council member Bruce Hamilton sai...
At the September 5 meeting, Woodbury Township supervisor Paul Harclerode said, “We need to advertise for help.” The township is currently looking for both full-time and part-time workers, CDL preferred. The supervisors approved a motion to advertise for help. The township’s red International Truck would not pass inspection. A motion to advertise the truck for sale, but keep the plow and spreader was approved. Stiffler McGraw presented an opportunity to apply for a Local Share Account Grant. The grant would help the township purchase a single-ax...
It seems that whatever Norma Saylor-Grove chooses to do with her life, she leaves an undeniable legacy. For over 33 years, she taught third grade at Williamsburg Elementary School. Grove was also on the Board of Directors for the Williamsburg Community Farm Show, where she was recently awarded the Friend of the Fair Award. Education Grove is the daughter of the late John and Ida Saylor of Williamsburg. She has one sister, Nancy, a niece, Ashley, and a nephew, the late Jim Bob. Grove is a 1974...
The final reading for the new proposed policy for attendance at meetings via electronic communications brought a great deal of disagreement and discussion to the Spring Cove School District School Board Committee of the Whole meeting. The policy said there would be no last minute notice of attendance through electronic communications and a member could have no more than three meetings done virtually. Board member Kevin Smith said the proper chain of command was not followed. “Limiting electronic communications at meetings is a violation of t...
The 93rd Annual Claysburg Farm Show is a big event in the Claysburg area, according to Palmer Knisely, chairman of the Claysburg Farm Show Association. "This is probably one of the biggest events here," Knisely said. Since at least 1996, the Farm Show has taken place at the Queen Grade School Building, where each department has its own contest space. Participants submit their entries to various departments, competing for first, second, and third place awards. Categories include flowers,...
Across the Cove region, school hallways have become a buzz of excitement over the past two weeks as students settle in for the 2024-2025 school term. For students at Northern Bedford High School and Middle School, the excitement for a new school year culminated into a fun afternoon on Friday, August 30. The annual PRIDE assembly was held in the high school auditorium to promote positive behaviors from students and staff throughout the school year. Panther Pride has always been a core value to...
A man from Hollidaysburg died in a single car accident Friday night in Greenfield Township. State police reported that Wayne A. Newkirk, 46, was driving southbound on I-99 at a high speed in the right lane when, at around 11:48 p.m., he veered into the left lane to overtake another vehicle. Newkirk lost control of his Honda Accord, left the road, and hit an embankment. The car rolled several times, ejecting Newkirk, police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene....
Blair County Sheriff’s Office has announced that trick or treat will be on the last Thursday of October in Blair County, on October 31. They would like to remind parents to walk with small children, wear visible clothing and check all candy before allowing children to consume it. If anything is found to be suspicious, people should contact law enforcement immediately. Motorists are also reminded to watch for a high volume of pedestrian traffic and to use extreme caution when traveling to avoid any injuries....
During the South Woodbury Township meeting on Tuesday, September 3, it was announced that work has begun on proposals for the 2025 budget. About $90,000 is a beginning figure for paving projects and $150 is the starting amount for Pine Hill Project. The budget will be posted for thirty days before adoption. The bridge dedication ceremony that took place on the Golden Rule Road was well received by the community, the supervisors said. A donation will be sent to the Fort Bedford Honor Guard to help them with all they do for the local...
Woodbury Borough swore in a new council member to replace Vince Heath. Brayden Claycomb was sworn in by Shawn Claycomb, council president during Woodbury’s monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 3. The treasurer’s report showed that the council has a total balance of $130,642.27 in the General Fund. Woodbury Community Center presented June minutes to the council for review. It was revealed that they would be getting estimates from three companies for replacing the boiler. There is a possibility of holding a Farmer’s Market in the WACC parki...
