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Tichnell gives county update at GGBA meeting
GRANTSVILLE — Garrett County Commissioner Larry Tichnell was the guest speaker at the most recent meeting of the Greater Grantsville Business Association on Wednesday, June 26, at Penn Alps Restaurant. “I’ll start off with what most people want to know about, and that’s our budget,” he said....
New camp leader and outdoor educator sign on at Deer Valley YMCA
FORT HILL ― Deer Valley YMCA Family Camp kicked off the 2024 season with a new camp executive and outdoor educator and camp administrator. Anthony (Tony) Lea began his new position as director in May. A lifelong leader in camping, Lea is the 11th director of the popular year-round family camp that serves...
United by tragedy, 2 brothers find connection, positivity after 300 miles on bicycles
Brothers John and Jeff Kinney returned last month from a more than 300-mile trek by bicycle between Pennsylvania and Maryland. Why would two men over 60 brave such an arduous journey? To honor their mother, 87-year-old Beverly Kinney, who was supposed to make the trip herself before she was tragically killed. ...
Reading To Host Somerset for Fourth of July Weekend
(Reading, PA) - The Fightin Phils (3-5; 34-42) return to FirstEnergy Stadium from July 4-6 for the back half of a home-and-home series with the Somerset Patriots (6-2; 38-39), the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. The series is tied at one win apiece, before the teams square up for their final contest in Somerset tonight.
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Bedford Borough has released the tentative construction schedule for replacement of cast iron pipe waterlines from July 8-11. One crew will be working on East Pitt Street between Wood and Bedford streets, with parking restricted on both sides of East Pitt to allow for one-lane traffic controlled by temporary lights. A second crew will be performing asphalt restoration on Juliana Street between Pitt and Penn streets, and Penn between West and Richard streets on July 8, and on Penn between Richard and Anderson streets on July 9. In both areas, parking is restricted to allow for two-way traffic. On July 10 and July 11, the crew is scheduled for project restoration throughout the borough.
Harry Feight McKinley, Sr.
Harry Feight McKinley, Sr., 90, born January 20, 1934, a resident of Provo, Utah, and formerly of Bedford, Pennsylvania, passed from this life on July 1, 2024. He had been living at Ashford Memory Center in Springville, Utah, for the past eleven months.
Berlin brewery crafts a new pale ale to help raise funds for cancer group
BERLIN ― Susan and George Walker, owners of Whitehorse Brewery, have created another craft beer for a cause about which they are passionate. Whitehorse Brewery just created “Hope by Cancer Bridges,” a blood orange pale ale for Cancer Bridges, 2816 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, which offers unique programming to meet the needs of the family. It provides all-free services to anyone impacted by cancer including the diagnosed, their family members and those who have lost someone to cancer to 35 counties including Somerset.
Wheeling Football’s Week Eight Matchup with Frostburg State shifted to Thursday night
Wheeling, W. Va. - Throughout the season, some of the top football matchups across the MEC get shifted to Thursday night primetime matchups. The Wheeling University Football team already has one Thursday night matchup to open the season, but one of their conference meetings is getting the shift to Thursday night. The team's week eight matchup has been moved to Thursday, October 24th, with kick-off at 7 PM.
City Hall will Remain Closed to the Public Through July 15th
City Hall will Remain Closed to the Public Through July 15th. City Hall will remain closed to the public, with plans to reopen on Monday, July 15, due to construction delays in the building. Staff will continue serving our residents through this extended closure, with Tax and Utility and Parking...
Jones Homers But Late Charge Comes Up Short As Somerset Falls To Reading
BRIDGEWATER. NJ - The Somerset Patriots fell to the Reading Fightin Phils 4-2 on Tuesday night in game two of a six-game series at TD Bank Ballpark. RHP Zach Messinger (5 IP, 4 R, 2 ER, 4 H, 4 BB, 2 K) took the loss in his 16th appearance (14th start) of the season. Over his last 11 outings since the start of May, the Yankees No. 21 prospect has posted a 2.84 ERA and 1.09 WHIP in 57 IP with 62 K. Messinger ranks among the Eastern League leaders with a 3.60 ERA (10th), 92 K (1st), 85 IP...
Lonaconing Silk Mill Went From Silk Production to Silence
Located in the small town of Lonaconing, Maryland, the Lonaconing Silk Mill offers a fascinating glimpse into America’s industrial past. The mill, which ceased operations in the mid-20th century, remains remarkably well-preserved, providing a unique window into the working conditions and daily lives of its former employees. The mill’s preservation is so thorough that it almost feels as though the workers have just stepped out for a break, leaving behind a rich tapestry of history.
Summer break begins in Salisbury Township schools
Press Photo by Rebecca Foehrkolb Salisbury Elementary School students waved goodbye to the 2023-2024 academic year June 10. ABOVE: Students wave to Salisbury Elementary School teachers, staff and administrators as their buses leave school on the last day. Additional photos appear on Page A2.
Somerset County man killed, passenger injured, in crash
QUEMAHONING TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A Somerset County man was killed, and a woman who was a passenger in his car was hurt during a crash on Monday evening. State police said the crash happened a little after 7 p.m. on Old Lincoln Highway in Quemahoning Township. Police said a...
Chestnut Ridge Road work to occur Monday
GRANTSVILLE — The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin a pavement improvement project on US 219 (Chestnut Ridge Road) at eastbound I-68 (National Freeway) exit 22 on July 8. The pavement improvement project should be complete by 8 p.m. the same day, weather permitting. Drivers can...
Ava Gnibus receives bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University
Ava Gnibus of Mount Pleasant received a Bachelor of Science degree in liberal studies from Frostburg State University at its 164th commencement ceremonies in May, during which 520 undergraduate and graduate degrees were conferred, the Frostburg, Maryland, campus reported July 2. Situated in the mountains of Allegany County, Frostburg State...
Grantsville Medical Center to offer walk-in appointments starting July 1
As of July 1, 2024, Grantsville Medical Center will offer walk-in appointments and services for patients of all ages Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM. Grantsville’s three providers – Luis R. Colon-Mulero MD, FABFM, Hannah Metz FNP/CRNP, and Amber Sines FNP/CRNP – and staff provide comprehensive and compassionate primary care services and treatment to all members of the family.
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