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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...
Multi-Match, Powerball Deliver Big Wins in Cumberland, Hagerstown
Multi-Match jackpot-winner sold in Cumberland; $50,000 Powerball prize in Hagerstown. Lottery players in Western Maryland were big winners on July 15, as Maryland’s in-state jackpot game, Multi-Match, delivered a $560,000 jackpot to a player in Cumberland, and a Powerball ticket sold in Hagerstown won a $50,000 prize. The Multi-Match...
Junior Fair Board Hosts Exciting Lineup of Events at 150th Bedford County Fair
The Junior Fair Board announces a series of events as part of the 150th Bedford County Fair. From ceremonies to activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy. A cornhole tournament will be held at 6 p.m. in the Show Arena. Teams can sign up on the day of the tournament at the Fair. The Grandstand for a Military/Veteran Appreciation Ceremony takes place on July 22 at 5 p.m. Ceremony highlights include community speakers, music by Route 869, honored guests, and a Blackhawk helicopter appearance. Come out to honor those who serve and have served our country with valor. Following the military ceremony, the Grandstand will be at 7 p.m. with ‘Voices on the Grandstand,’ featuring performers from our local community. Amateur singers of all ages are welcome to enter online at http://www.bedford-fair.com or by mailing an entry to Bedford County Fair Office/Attn: Susie Mickle, PO Box 244, Bedford, PA 15522.
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.
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...
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...
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.
Child assault charges bound over for court
BEDFORD — A county man accused of inappropriately touching a 10-year-old girl in May had all charges against him sent to the court of common pleas during a preliminary hearing Wednesday. Gabriel Martin, 18, is facing one felony count of corruption of minors – defendant age 18 or above...
July 4th picnic, fireworks huge success
On June 28th, Wanda Koontz met with members of her 1968 class of Old Town for lunch at Oscar’s in Cumberland, Md. There were seven attending. All around it was a busy, hot 4th of July. Conner Swann of Front Royal, Va., visited his day, Jeff Swann, and wife, Patricia. Conner also visited me.
Maryland State Police Assist in Rescuing Two Boys From Hot Car Following Vehicle Chase; Mother Arrested for DUI
According to a Facebook post by the Maryland State Police, the Maryland State Police – Aviation Command assisted the PA State Police in rescuing two boys from a hot car after a vehicle pursuit concluded in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, July 9th. Per Maryland State Police: “Trooper 5, a helicopter...
Dunham Homers In Second Straight As Patriots Drop Series Finale In Erie
The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Erie SeaWolves 6-1 on Sunday afternoon in their series finale at UPMC Park in Erie, PA. 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 4th.
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Bedford Borough under mandatory water notice. The borough’s municipal authority has issued a mandatory water conservation notice. Prohibited uses include watering lawns, gardens, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs and outdoor plants, watering golf courses, washing paved surfaces, such as streets, sidewalks, driveways, garages, parking areas, tennis courts and patios, operating water fountains, artificial waterfalls and reflecting pools, washing vehicles, serving water in eating places unless specifically requested, filling and topping off swimming pools. Questions should be directed to the borough manager at 623-8192.
BASD tackles extracurricular spending
Parents in attendance at the Bedford Area School Board meeting Tuesday made known their displeasure with the board majority’s focus on fiscal responsibility, when it comes at the expense of supporting students in their extracurricular activities. Members of the community are still showing up to the meetings to voice...
Cumberland Police Arrest Suspect in Late-Night Burglary
CUMBERLAND, MD – Early Saturday morning, Cumberland Police Department officers responded to a breaking and entering report on Columbia Street. At approximately 1:28 AM, they apprehended 39-year-old Brandon Lee Spiker…
City of Cumberland Announces Citizens Local Government Academy
City of Cumberland Announces Citizens Local Government Academy. Plan to be one of the twenty Cumberland Residents that will be in the inaugural class for the first City of Cumberland Citizens Local Government Academy. Coming this fall, join the Mayor and City Council and other local government staff to learn more about the behind-the-scenes operations of the City of Cumberland.
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...
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