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Bailey Dees Ineffective, Gives Up 6 Walks, 6 Hits, 2 HRs in Patriots Loss
ERIE, Pa. - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Erie SeaWolves by a final score of 7-1 on Friday night at UPMC Park. 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.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER RHP Colby White (1.2 IP, 3 K) hurled two perfect innings of relief, including a sixth inning where he struck out the side. SS Benjamin Cowles (1-for-4, RBI) brought home the Patriots’ only run...
Discovery P.O.I.N.T. offers unique opportunities
ROMNEY — The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) are thrilled to announce the launch of the Discovery P.O.I.N.T. initiative, an exceptional six-week mini-course program available to county students across the state of West Virginia. This opportunity is designed for students who are 14 years or older, residents of West Virginia, and who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, low vision, or deafblind. Students may choose to attend one or all of the six mini-course weeks available. Participants will have the opportunity to join various sports teams and clubs, allowing them to explore their interests and develop new skills.
Woman allegedly stole from care-dependant victims
A Bedford woman is accused to taking financial advantage of two adult individuals who were in her care. Alicia Dawn Martin, 37, is facing two third-degree felony charges related to financial exploitation of a care-dependent person.
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.
Calhoun, Weyandt lead the way at Bedford Fairgrounds Speedway
Bedford Speedway ended the busiest section of the 2024 season, 4 events in 10 days, with the annual $5-night Friday. Four happy winners emerged from the action including Devin Weyandt in the Limiteds, Travis Calhoun in the Semi Lates, Charlie Clise in the Pure Stocks and Isaac Komanski in the 4 Cylinder finale before the annual fireworks show thrilled the crowd.
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 August 24, 1964, in Romney, WV, to Paula Rae Shreve, and the late Darrell Douglas Shreve. Johnny married Lori Carbary-Shreve...
Pennsylvania woman accused of DUI, abandoning two toddlers inside car after Maryland police chase
HENRY CLAY TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (KDKA) -- A woman from western Pennsylvania was arrested Tuesday after allegedly leading police in Maryland on a chase and abandoning two toddlers inside a vehicle in Fayette County. Pennsylvania State Police say 25-year-old Samantha Cherry of Confluence is facing charges in both Pennsylvania and Maryland.
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.
First 3 national parks, 9/11 National Memorial Trail alliance start connections
SHANKSVILLE ― An alliance between the National Park Service and the 9/11 National Memorial Trail is helping to bring this trail, intended to connect the three sites of a terrorist attack on the United States in 2001, one step closer to being completed. The 9/11 National Memorial Trail is...
Bobby Pierce Wins Billy Winn Classic at Bedford Speedway For 24th World of Outlaws Triumph
BEDFORD, PA (July 11, 2024) – Bobby Pierce was not caught resting on Thursday night at Bedford Speedway. Using track position to his advantage, the Oakwood, IL driver held off multiple championship contenders at bay for his 24th career World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models win in the Billy Winn Classic.
Friday Night Lights Part One, 7-12-24
ERIE, PA (WJET)– The Erie SeaWolves secured their second win in a row over the Somerset Patriots on Friday. Erie’s Troy Melton threw for five innings. He let up one run and struck out six batters in the process. The big play of the night came from Eliezer Alfonzo. In the bottom of the first […]
Man from West Virginia died in collision in western Maryland
GRANTSVILLE, Md. (WVPREPBB) – A tragic accident in Garrett County, Maryland, resulted in the death of a West Virginia man on Tuesday. According to the Maryland State Police, troopers from the McHenry Barrack responded to a vehicle collision on New Germany Road in Grantsville at approximately 4:51 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered a Toyota Tacoma that had veered off the road into a wooded area and a Freightliner utility truck parked roadside.
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