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Somerset Borough construction continues. When will drivers get a break?
SOMERSET — Restoration, the final process in road and sidewalk work, "is a beautiful word," according to Somerset Manager Michele Enos. Restoration projects, some complete, can be seen now in a map provided by the borough. The road experience. Over the past year, it has not been unusual for...
Sixteen Hit Offensive Outburst Lifts Somerset Over Erie
The Somerset Patriots were propelled by a 16 hit offensive explosion in their 10-3 victory over the Erie SeaWolves on Saturday night in game five of a six-game series at UPMC Park in Erie, PA. Eight different batters had a hit, while six different Patriots had multiple hits in the contest. Somerset’s 16 hits marked their second highest total in a game this season, trailing only their 17 hits vs. BOW on 5/31. The Patriots went 8-for-16 (.500) with runners in scoring position, their best single-game mark this season.
John W. ‘Johnny’ Shreve
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected death of John Wesley (Johnny) Shreve on July 7, 2024, due to cardiac arrest. Johnny was born on Aug. 24, 1964, in Romney, to Paula Rae Shreve, and the late Darrell Douglas Shreve. Johnny married Lori Carbary-Shreve on...
Wilma L. Shields
Wilma Lee Shields, 85, originally from Romney, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Wilma was born on Oct. 17, 1938, to the late Denver Stephen Shields, Sr. and Vauda Buckbee Shields. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Barbara “Bobbie” Shields Pancake; her brother Denver “Denny” Stephen Shields, Jr.; her former husband James Franklin Jackson III; and her son Thomas “Tommy” Jonathan Jackson.
Groups combine efforts to identify headstones, gravesites at historic cemetery in Somerset Township
In Somerset Township, the Old German Lutheran Cemetery is a historic gravesite that dates back to the 18th century, the resting place for four Revolutionary War soldiers and more than 110 others. Time, however, has taken its toll on the cemetery, which had fallen into disrepair – sheep had roamed...
Juanita ‘Dawn’ Crounse
Juanita “Dawn” Crounse, 45, of Paw Paw, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, Va., while bravely battling cancer. She was born March 3, 1979, in Woodstock, Va. Dawn was the daughter of the late Andrew Crounse and Louella M. Beyer. In addition to...
Ercell S. Kidwell
Ercell Sartell Kidwell, 89, of Romney, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Born Dec. 3, 1934, in North River Mills, W.Va., he was the son of the late Holmes William “Billy” Kidwell and Velma Elizabeth (Fultz) Kidwell. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Ann Helmick Kidwell (d. Dec. 31, 2013); his sister, Xyla “Sis” Lewis; and his brother, Edward Lyle Kidwell.
Patriots Pile Up 16 Hits in Lopsided Win over SeaWolves
ERIE, Pa. - The Somerset Patriots were propelled by a 16 hit offensive explosion in their 10-3 victory over the Erie SeaWolves on Saturday night in game five of a six-game series at UPMC Park. Eight different batters had a hit, while six different Patriots had multiple hits in the contest. Somerset’s 16 hits marked their second highest total in a game this season, trailing only their 17 hits vs. BOW on 5/31. The Patriots went 8-for-16 (.500) with runners in scoring position, their best single-game mark this season.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
Central Pa. farmers ‘keeping faith’ during heatwave
(WTAJ) — With recent heatwaves throughout Central Pennsylvania, farmers are taking a hit this growing season. According to the National Integrated Drought Information System, Somerset, Bedford and the southern regions of Blair and Huntingdon Counties are experiencing moderate or severe drought and other counties in the area are experiencing abnormal dryness. “You can’t really do […]
Dunham Homers In Second Straight As Patriots Drop Series Finale In Erie
ERIE, Pa. - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Erie SeaWolves 6-1 on Sunday afternoon in their series finale at UPMC Park, with just four hits in the contest. RHP Zach Messinger (5 IP, 3 R, 5 H, 1 BB, 3 K) took the loss in his 18th appearance (16th start) of the season. Over 13 outings since the start of May, Messinger has pitched to a 3.44 ERA over 68 IP with 70 K. All three runs, and three SeaWolves hits off Messinger came in the 4thCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER CF Elijah Dunham (2-for-3,...
Long Ball Looms Large as Somerset Drops Friday Matchup in Erie
RHP Bailey Dees (4.1 IP, 4 H, 7 ER, 6 BB, 6 K, 2 HR) was tagged with the loss, after both home runs that he allowed accounted for all seven runs scored by Erie. RHP Colby White (1.2 IP, 3 K) hurled two perfect innings of relief, including a sixth inning where he struck out the side.
Dorothy E. Menser
Dorothy E. Menser, 100, of Somerset, died July 14, 2024 at The Patriot. Born June 30, 1924 in Lavansville, daughter of Albert Russell and Orpha Mae (Gross) Bruner. Preceded in death by parents; 1st husband Clayton Blubaugh, 2nd husband John Menser, son Blaine Blubaugh, 4 brothers, and 2 sisters. Survived by granddaughter Jennifer Horst and husband Michael; great granddaughters: Kimberly (Noah) Horst-Parker and Kathryn Horst; step son John D. (Jean) Menser; step daughter: Beverly Minick; 5 step grandchildren; and 13 step great grandchildren. Dorothy was a 1942 graduate of Somerset High School. She was a dietary aide at Maple Ridge Elementary School for 10 years and then at Somerset State Hospital for 19 years. Also, Dorothy was one of America’s “Rosie the Riveter’s” assembling U.S. Navy Corsair Fighters during World War II. Member of Friedens Lutheran Church and a former member of Lavansville Lutheran Church. She enjoyed refinishing antique furniture. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024 at Friedens Lutheran Church. Rev. John Barichivich officiating. Inurnment Lavansville Lutheran Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Friedens Lutheran Church Ministry Fund, 131 S. Main St., Friedens, PA 15541. Arrangements entrusted to Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.
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