Echo News Editor Several new arrests have been made for use and possession of Designer Drugs in Emporium, and charges have been announced in arrests stemming from an incident last month. Following a July 20 incident in the Emporium Borough, Richard Olivett, Jr., age 35, was charged with misdemeanor counts of possession of […]
Allegations of misconduct lodged against a council member during last month’s meeting were determined to be unfounded. Borough Manager Don Reed stated that an internal investigation was conducted and it was determined that there was no misconduct by council member Pat Garrigan. All costs to the borough have been compensated in full back […]
Employment in the United States continues to improve as unemployment numbers crept closer to pre-recession levels in the latest data released this week by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Cameron County’s unemployment rate for September is shown at 6.8%. The recorded rate for December of 2007, the pre-recession numbers used for […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor A popular local skiing area will be closed throughout this season, though plans are in the works to reopen the slopes in future seasons. Ski Denton, the skiing portion of operations at Denton Hill State Park in nearby Potter County, will not be open this […]
Rebecca Pasquinelli, Branch Manager and Peggy Letterman, Asst. Branch Manager of Northwest Savings Bank are presenting a check for $2,400 to Jill Carlson, 2015 Fund Drive Chairman for the Cameron County Community Chest. This is a yearly donation that comes from the Northwest Savings Bank Charitable Foundation. Northwest Savings Bank appreciates the effort […]
The Annual Veterans Day Dinner will be held Tuesday, Nov. 11th, at the Cameron County Vet’s Club in Emporium. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with social hour starting at 5 p.m. This dinner is open to all honorably discharged veterans, active duty and Reserve military. To sign up for your reservation, […]
Rotarian, Don Bickford spoke at the October 28th luncheon meeting about raptors and migration. Don is the Director of CCOYA (Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activity) a 501-3c organization based in Emporium. Don also was representing the Allegheny Highlands Bird Club. Don brought along a display of mounted raptors from Sizerville and Sinnemahoning State […]
A Benefit Dance, “In Loving Memory of All Cancer Patients Whom We Have Lost,” will be held Saturday, Nov. 8th at the Cameron County Vet’s Club from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Cover charge is $5.00. There will be food, refreshments, music, 50/50 drawing and a Chinese Auction. Music will be provided by […]
A 20th Anniversary Benefit Dance, sponsored by 2014 Cameron County Storm, will be held Saturday, Nov. 8th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at My Place. (Bar will be closed to the public.)
A Christmas Luncheon is being planned for ladies who retired from or are past employees of the Cameron County School District, on Thursday, December 11, at the firehall in Emporium. Doors will open for the luncheon at noon and lunch will be at 1 p.m.
The Cameron County Toy Drive will be holding sign-ups on Monday, November 17th and Wednesday, November 19th from Noon until 5 p.m. both days at the Presbyterian Church located at 205 East Fourth Street.
The North American turkey has been playing a vital role in the natural world long before making its way to the dinner table each Thanksgiving. On Wednesday, November 19th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sinnemahoning State Park will be hosting a field learning opportunity for homeschool students. Participants will explore the adaptations, […]
There will be a Ham and Turkey Raffle to benefit “LEEK Hunting Preserve for Disabled Veterans,” on November 8th at the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with drawings starting at 7:00. There will be 25 individual raffles with multiple prizes.
Income eligibility guidelines for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program have changed under a new law that will enable more local residents to qualify for the program, according to Senator Joe Scarnati (R-25). Scarnati, who supported the legislation, explained that House Bill 1067 was signed into law and will ensure that income increases due […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider varsity football team hosted the Ridgway Elkers last Friday night in the Allegheny Mountain League Championship but fell to the visitors 28-21. The South Division champion Elkers were considered heavy favorites entering the contest after thoroughly defeating CCHS during the […]
with RichSummers Sometimes a football game comes along that reinvigorates a fan. It is especially fun when that contest comes at the end of a long high school football season. The Allegheny Mountain League Championship last Friday night at Cameron County High School was just such a game. The final score, Ridgway 28 […]
The Little Lady Raiders ended their season with a home game against St. Marys. The varsity girls were hoping for a victory but unfortunately couldn’t pull it off. They came out cold in the first half with a lot of missed shots and opportunities and were trailing at halftime 11-2. In the second […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo Six members of the Cameron County High School Red Raider football team were selected for the 2014 Allegheny Mountain League North All-Star team. On offense, senior Jacy Langley at center, sophomore Wyatt Geist at guard and junior Caleb Burnside at running back were named to the squad. […]
One of Pennsylvania’s most exciting seasons began Saturday as hunters headed afield in pursuit of one of fall’s most coveted game animals, the wild turkey. But hunters really need to focus on the varying season starts and lengths throughout the state’s 23 Wildlife Management Units (WMUs). Hunter compliance protects the resource and ensures […]
by William Crisp Pennsylvania, the NRA and pets got embroiled in negative national news last week. House Bill 1750 didn’t go through. On the surface, the bill seemed harmless enough. It was to outlaw the consumption of pets. Personally, I don’t think that there should be a law as there are cultures that […]
Hi Kent, Haven’t written in a while, but in a recent article you mentioned brothers in the same family playing football. You talked about the LaBrozzi brothers, “Rich” and “Boog.” I knew and played ball with Rich. Believe he also played quarterback as well as halfback. They also had a brother, Francis who was […]
On behalf of the Hometown Mentors Hometown Sports Hall of Fame committee, I would like to say thank you to all those who contributed their time and efforts to help make the inaugural event a huge success.
(1925-2014) Annabelle Cooper, 89, of Woodland Avenue, died Wednesday (Oct. 29, 2014) in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.
(1965-2014) Annette L. Knight, 48, “beloved wife, mother, grandmother and daughter,” of Bath, NY, formerly of Austin, passed away unexpectedly Sunday (Oct. 26, 2014) at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY.
(1932-2014) Clyde L. Johnson, 82, 221 Hyner Run Road, North Bend, formerly a resident of Emporium, died (Oct. 29, 2014) at his home.