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John F. ‘Frank’ Cole, Sr.
John Franklin “Frank” Cole, Sr., 77, of Romney, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Born in Rochester, Pa., to the late Charles Jacob Cole and Hilda Katherine Minor Cole, Frank was the eldest of four children. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Carolyn Messmer Cole; and his brother, Thomas Cole.
Warming waters: Park managers ensure lakes, streams safe for humans, wildlife
As hot and humid conditions persist across the region, area park managers are keeping an eye on lakes and streams, ensuring the water remains safe for public use and native wildlife. Shortly before the Fourth of July holiday, officials at Shawnee State Park, Schellsburg, were forced to close the swimming...
Elton Lenabell Walls
Born February 22, 1941 in Little Orleans, MD, she was the daughter of the late John Orbin and Lola Rosalie (Creek) Price. She was a 1959 graduate of Flintstone High School and retired from Corning Glass in Greencastle. She loved the Lord and her family. Elton is survived by her...
Richardson, Escarra Go Yard As Patriots Fall To SeaWolves In Series Opener
The Somerset Patriots fell to the Erie SeaWolves 5-4 on Tuesday night in game one of a six-game series at UPMC Park in Erie, PA. RHP Zach Messinger (6 IP, 5 R, 7 H, 1 BB, 5 K) did not factor into a decision in his 17th outing (15th start) of the season. The Yankees No. 21 prospect ranks among the Eastern League leaders with 97 K (1st), 91 IP (1st), .217 AVG (7th), and 1.15 WHIP (6th). Messinger allowed more than 2 ER in an outing for the first time since 6/21 vs. ERI. He’s now allowed 10 ER over 10.2 IP in two starts vs. the Seawolves this season.
Shields Dominates, Flores Homers In Patriots Matinee Win Over SeaWolves
LHP Ben Shields (7 IP, 1 R, 5 H, 2 BB, 8 K) earned his first Double-A win, hurling a career-long 7 IP of one-run ball. In his first two Double-A starts, Shields has allowed 1 ER over 12.1 IP (0.73 ERA) with 13 K and only 7 H. Over his last six starts between Somerset and High-A Hudson Valley since the start of June, Shields has pitched to a 1.61 ERA over 39 IP with 50 K/10 BB. Shields has struck out 5+ in each of his last seven starts.
Commissioners make straight forward decision and save the county thousands
SHANKSVILLE — Sometimes linear is the best move. Somerset County Commissioners decided during their first on-the-road evening meeting, this one in Shanksville, to spend $55,000 for the Croner property between Garrett and Berlin boroughs. That purchase allows for the September 11th National Memorial Trail to move on a forward path to the Flight...
Relay For Life planned for Saturday at Salisbury
SALISBURY ― The 18th annual American Cancer Society (ACS) Relay For Life of Meyersdale, Salisbury and Berlin in southern Somerset County once again celebrates those touched by cancer and is set for 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday at the Salisbury Athletic Field. And, while the relay comes just...
Press Release: Maryland State Police McHenry Barrack
ON 7/9/24 at approximately 1651 hours Troopers from the Maryland State Police McHenry Barrack responded to New Germany Road, south of Twin Churches Road, Grantsville, Garrett County, Maryland, for a motor vehicle collision. Upon arrival Troopers discovered a Toyota Tacoma pickup off of the northbound side of the roadway, into a wooded area. Also at the scene was a Freightliner utility truck parked in a gravel area, off the travel portion of the roadway. The driver of the Toyota truck, James Thomas Shillingburg III of Ridgely, WV was entrapped and subsequently pronounced deceased by paramedics of the Northern Garrett Rescue Squad. The driver of the Freightliner, Charles Meyers, of Sharpsburg, MD was not injured. The preliminary investigation revealed that the Toyota truck being operated by Shillingburg was traveling southbound on New Germany Road and the Freightliner truck being operated by Meyers, was traveling northbound. The Toyota truck failed to navigate a righthand turn in the roadway and crossed the center yellow lines and struck the Freightliner truck. The Toyota then continued across the northbound lane and left the roadway and traveled down an embankment into a wooded area. The collision is still under investigation by Troopers from the Maryland State Police McHenry Barrack.
Daniel Edward Ryan Killed In Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer
Daniel Edward Ryan, 41, of Ridgeley, was driving on Raven Rock Road shortly after 7:30 a.m. on July 9, when police say he was involved in a one-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer. Ryan was pronounced dead at the scene by Frederick County paramedics, officials said. Following the crash, Maryland Route...
Local Baseball Roundup
KEYSER, W.Va. — It was a bit of a mixed bag of results for Garrett Post 71/208/214 this past week. On Saturday, Garrett (9-11) split a doubleheader against a tough Potomac Valley side, winning 9-5 in game one and falling just short in a 10-8 loss in the nightcap.
Police Helicopter Rescues Toddlers From Hot Car Following Pursuit from MD to PA, Officials Say
A 25-year-old resident of Confluence, Samantha Cherry, allegedly took troopers on a ride while intoxicated with the heat index reaching or exceeding 100 degrees in the region. Fortunately, the children onboard were rescued, and Cherry will now face charges for her actions. Police reported that the Aviation Command of the...
Shields Shuts Down SeaWolves, Patriots' Lineup Unlimbers
ERIE, Pa, -The Somerset Patriots downed the Erie SeaWolves 9-3 on Wednesday afternoon in game two of a six-game series at UPMC Park. LHP Ben Shields (7 IP, 1 R, 5 H, 2 BB, 8 K) earned his first Double-A win, hurling a career-long 7 IP of one-run ball. In his first two Double-A starts, Shields has allowed 1 ER over 12.1 IP (0.73 ERA) with 13 K and only 7 H. Over his last six starts between Somerset and High-A Hudson Valley since the start of June, Shields has pitched to a 1.61 ERA over 39 IP...
Everything you need to know about Deep Creek Lake
More than 12 miles long, the Herrington Manor and Swallow Falls Trail is a sinuous out-and-back path that begins in Swallow Falls State Park before snaking into Garrett State Forest and ending at Herrington Manor State Park. Often following old logging roads and railroad grades with several hilly sections, the moderate trek takes most hikers a little more than four hours to complete. The walk is mostly shady since the pathway cuts through woodlands picturesquely punctuated with burbling creeks, though the best water feature is Swallow Falls, a majestic waterfall worth checking out before or after your walk. Keep an eye out for wildlife along the way, including white-tailed deer, turkeys, bobcats and black bears.
Bedford Sports HOF Holds Induction in June 2024
The Bedford Sports Hall of Fame held its 2024 induction ceremony on Saturday, June 29 with two sessions. The first session honored the individuals. The second session honored the teams that were inducted along with some special recognitions. Jeff Batzel, secretary of the Hall of Fame, says that the Hall...
College Celebrated at Somerset Patriots Game
Raritan Valley Community College was celebrated at a recent Somerset Patriots game with an evening honoring RVCC students, faculty, staff, and programs and featuring performances by RVCC students. The July 1 event was held at TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater, where the home crowd of 4,453 watched the Somerset Patriots beat the Reading Fightin Phils, 7-6.
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Members of the Highlands of the Potomac Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution gathered on a hillside above Westernport to place a marker on the cenotaph of Philip Michael, a patriot who furnished the American troops with supplies in 1782 and later settled in Western Maryland. Submitted Photo.
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