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Nadine Marie (Hardesty) Fitzwater
CUMBERLAND — Nadine Marie (Hardesty) Fitzwater, 104, of Cumberland, died Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the Allegany Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Feb. 9, 1920 in Ridgeley, W.Va., the daughter of the late Chester T. Hardesty and Elizabeth M. (Smith) Hardesty.
Shackley invited to Junior Pan Pacific Games
Bedford teen Leah Shackley was formally invited to swim at the Junior Pan Pacific, the second major international meet of the 17-year-old’s career. The meet is August 21-24 in Canberra, Australia. The Junior Pan Pacific Swimming Championships is a biannual international swim meet for under-18 athletes from Pacific countries including the United States, Australia and […]
Cumberland City Council to Meet on Tuesday, July 2, 2024
The Mayor and City Council of Cumberland will meet in public session beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the 2nd Floor Conference Room of the Allegany Museum (3 Pershing Street) on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. The Mayor and City Council's regularly scheduled Public Meeting will be held at 6:15 p.m. in...
FSU Chair of Nursing Named One of The Daily Record’s 2024 Leading Women Under 40
Frostburg State University’s associate professor and chair of the Nursing Department, Dr. Kara Platt, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, was recently announced as one of the 2024 Leading Women Under 40 by The Daily Record. Those on this year’s list were chosen by previous winners and the publication for the notable achievements they have made thus far in their respective careers.
Aesthetics By Kell
Kelly McGee started Aesthetics By Kell in 2022 to offer medspa services, clean skincare, and beauty products in the historic district of Bedford, PA. Kelly Is an aesthetic nurse practitioner who developed her clean, toxin-free skincare line that creates results. Additionally, she has searched far & wide to curate a...
Daughter Alleges Medical Negligence Led To Mother's Death Against Surgeon And Hospitals
A tragic medical case has unfolded in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, where a grieving daughter is seeking justice for her deceased mother. Hanna Bowser, the administrator of Susan Patrick's estate, filed a complaint on June 12, 2024, against Dr. Salvatore Lanasa and UPMC Somerset along with Somerset Health Services, Inc., alleging professional negligence that led to her mother's untimely death.
Summer camp in Somerset helps kids with diabetes thrive and connect
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — This week marks the annual summer camp organized by the American Diabetes Association in Somerset County. Known as ADA Camp Courage, the camp takes place at Camp Soles in Rockwood. Children aged 8 to 17 with diabetes spend several days and nights participating in typical summer camp activities like swimming and canoeing. In addition to recreation, they receive education about managing their diabetes from medical experts and find camaraderie with peers facing similar challenges.
Caro was huge tackler at Bedford and Edinboro
Dan Caro was one of the top linebackers in the area and went on to become one of the top players in Edinboro University history. Caro is a 1995 graduate of Bedford High School, where he was a leading tackler for the Bisons at linebacker. In his years at Bedford, the Bisons had a 30-6 record including 3 District 5 championships.
Shackley happy with Trials performance, looking forward to NC State, 2028
Bedford’s Leah Shackley is getting used to the larger and longer swim meets, and Shackley is excited with how her future looks. The recently graduated swimmer, who will be a freshman at North Carolina State when she gets on campus, competed in 3 events last week at the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials in Indianapolis.
Joyce presents record to BRP
U.S. Rep. John Joyce recently presented a Congressional Record to officials at Bedford Reinforced Plastics in recognition of the company’s 50th anniversary in 2024. Pictured left to right are Eric Kidd, Mike Feight, Glenn Smith, Rep. Joyce, Doug Bussard, Tom Wright, Ralph Feeney, Brad Kaiser, Kevin Ickes, Greg Hauck, Rhett Funston, and Bill Smith. — Photo submitted.
Myrtle Irene (Jones) Sellers
BedfordMyrtle Irene (Jones) Sellers, 82, of Bedford, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024, at her home with her son Steve and niece Annette by her side. Myrtle is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born on July 18, 1941, a daughter of the late Alvin...
Outdoor recreation subject of panel discussion
Outdoor recreation is a $17 billion per year boon to the state, and a panel of local business people joined a state expert to discuss benefits and inhibitors to growing that industry locally. Housing issues, the difficulties in finding employees, and the benefits the outdoors can provide in business development...
Bedford's Brambley was National D-II runner-up wrestler
Irwin Brambley had a strong scholastic athletic career and continued with a spectacular collegiate career that included a team national championship and an individual national runner-up finish. He is a 1993 graduate of Bedford High School, where he was a 3-sport athlete.
Here's how to help the Remember Me Rose Garden honor those on Flight 93
STOYSTOWN ― The Remember Me Rose Garden organization has announced its current schedule of volunteer work days and a live music concert fundraiser. Happy birthday, USA: Looking for Fourth of July festivities? Here are some we've found. The volunteer work days are: Saturday, June 29; Thursday, July 18; Wednesday,...
Faculty and Staff Spotlight - Shawn Jones
ENews Faculty and Staff Spotlight highlights employees who are making a difference on our campus every day and helping to change the lives of our students. This edition of eNews features Shawn Jones, Honorary Alumnus. Position and Department: Student Development Specialist, TRIO-Student Support Services. How long have you worked at...
Western Pennsylvania Postal Service to host job fairs throughout July
JOHNSTOWN, PA (WTAJ) — The United States Postal Service is looking to hire motivated and dynamic individuals in our area. The Postal Service in Western Pennsylvania will be hosting job fairs to fill immediate openings for the following positions: Locally there will be a few job fairs available to attend this month. On July 11, […]
End of the Line Bookstore opening End of the Line Box Car
DEEP CREEK LAKE — The Women’s Networking Luncheon was held at Ace’s Run last Thursday. This month’s speaker was End of the Line Bookstore owner Gloria Salazar, who spoke about the American Association of University Women and the End of the Line Box Car.
Tri-State Relief Sale planned for July 20
SPRINGS, Pa. — The annual MCC Tri-State Relief Sale will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 20, at the Springs Mennonite Church, 1686 Springs Road, Springs, Pennsylvania. The live auction is held under a tent with seating available. Items will include antiques, quilts, comforters, collectibles, many hand-crafted items, a beautiful Pysanky art-crafted ostrich egg. Children’s activities and refreshments will be available. All proceeds will benefit MCC.
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