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The National Observer: Investors taking a big interest in strip malls
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OF Elijah Dunham Named Eastern League Player of the Week For 7/1 – 7/7
Bridgewater, New Jersey - Minor League Baseball has named Somerset Patriots OF Elijah Dunham the Eastern League Player of the Week for games played from July 1-7. Over the Patriots' six-game series vs. Reading, Dunham went 10-for-25 (.400) with 2 HR, 8 RBI, 3 R, and 6 XBH. Dunham began the series with a walk-off double on Monday and concluded the set with homers in back-to-back games, including a go-ahead grand slam on Friday.
Shenk burned by high-voltage line
July 9, 1965 — Edward L. Shenk, 31, of Shenandoah, was admitted to the Ridgeley Memorial Hospital Wednesday, June 30, with second and third degree electrical burns received when he came into contact with a high-voltage line while working near Ridgeley, W.Va. He received second and third degree burns on his right arm and on his hand and his back.
Longtime local sports figure wants to create a Somerset County Sports Hall of Fame
Dave Mapes is looking to create a long overdue Somerset County Sports Hall of Fame. However, the Somerset Area High School alum and author needs the help of people across the county to kickstart the project. "I want to facilitate and see if there is any interest," said Mapes, who has been a long-time contributor to Somerset County sports. "All of the surrounding counties have something, and we don't." ...
7 Maryland Towns People Are Fleeing As Soon As Possible
Maryland, known for its picturesque Chesapeake Bay coastline, historical significance, and proximity to the nation’s capital, is a desirable place to live for many. However, like many other states, Maryland is facing population shifts, with some towns experiencing significant declines in residents. This article will examine seven Maryland towns...
NEMA BOSTON LOUIE, EVERETT’S TRIPLE CROWN ACTION HEADLINE BUSY WEEKEND AT SEEKONK SPEEDWAYPRESENTED BY OCEAN STATE OIL
The stars and cars of seven of Seekonk Speedway’s divisions will be back on the track this weekend, joined by two invading divisions to make up a two-night racing card fans will not want to miss on July 12 and 13. On Friday, July 12, the Everett’s Triple Crown...
Highlights: West Salisbury advances in the Maryland District 8 Majors Tournament with a 2-0 win over Berlin
West Salisbury was able to put two runs on the board in the bottom of the second, the first one off a hit from Kolby LeCates and the second a stolen base from Mason Maloney. From there Callun Senft would lead his team to the win, pitching a full five innings and two more strikeouts in the top of the sixth before retiring.
UPMC Western Maryland earns top cardiology award
CUMBERLAND, Md. — For the fourth consecutive year, UPMC Western Maryland has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain — MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award, and is one of only 259 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor in 2024. The award recognizes UPMC Western...
Smithey and Myers are racing in PA, WoO returns to Bedford,Funny Cars up next at KRP
We know Garrett Smithley is a native of Ligioner, but he moved away when he was young. Smithley now lives in Charlotte, NC, the NASCAR hub city. Fortunately for Smithley’s family, friends, and fans, the NASCAR Xfinity Series driver gets to race in his home state once a season at the Pocono Raceway.
Detour planned for Glades Pike beginning Monday
PennDOT is informing motorists of a detour for Route 31 (Glades Pike) in Somerset Township, from 7 a.m. Monday through next Thursday. A four-day traffic detour will be in place using routes 31, 381, 653 and 281 while crews replace a 72-inch pipe. During this time, Route 31 will remain open to westbound...
A rare sight
Local resident Gary Cron of Bedford captured this photo of a luna moth last week on his property. The creatures can be difficult to observe because adults in the luna moth family are generally nocturnal, and they only have a 7-10 day lifespan. — Photo submitted.
Claysburg Legion toppled Bedford, 9-4
CLAYSBURG — Claysburg Post 522’s Aidan Simpson shut down the Bedford Post 113 bats in first half of the game, while the Bulldog bats took advantage of what the Hurricanes gave them in a 9-4 victory for Claysburg on a hot afternoon game on Sunday. Simpson threw 4.2...
Emory L. Shifflett
Emory Lee Shifflett, 66, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at his residence. He was born on Jan. 18, 1958, in Bergton, Va. All services are private and handled by McKee Funeral Home, Augusta. To plant a tree in memory of Emory Shifflett as a living tribute,...
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