A lasagna dinner will be held at First United Methodist Church on Thursday, Feb. 15, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost is adults $12 and children under 10, $6.00. Tickets available at the church office. The dinner benefits ceiling repair.
Attention Class of 1973: A meeting will be held at the Aroma Cafe on February 15th at 6 p.m. to begin planning for the 45th class reunion. Any questions call 814-486-0926 or 814-486-1436.
Cameron County Youth Outdoor Activities (CCYOA) Director, Don Bickford, presented a slideshow presentation along with an update on the organization’s activities at the Rotary luncheon meeting January 30th. CCOYA is a 501c3 organization based at the Andrews Farm, 174 Nickler Road, Emporium, providing area youth with the opportunity to experience the outdoors […]
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce and Artisan Center is teaming up with Goblin’s Chocolates from St. Marys and Kathy’s Creations from Emporium to provide sweets for your sweetheart. For several years the John Keyes family has hand dipped strawberries for Cameron County customers. They are sold in boxes of six or 12 and […]
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will hold a class on Google’s G-Suite and Microsoft Office 365. Participants will learn the popular features of the competing cloud products with the best features of each suite program to be highlighted. Following the course, participants will have a new understanding of what is drawing companies […]
The Cameron County Recreation Center and CCOYA will sponsor a scavenger hunt on Saturday, Feb. 24. The hunt will run from 1 to 3 p.m. and is described as an outdoor family oriented activity. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants are reminded to dress for the weather. At the […]
The Community Education Center (CEC) will be holding several classes and workshops throughout the month of February. Beyond the Calls: Using an iPhone Effectively will be offered on February 15th. Microsoft Excel, level 2 will take place on February 6th. Pitt Bradford is also offering Violent Workplace Emergencies: Active Shooter on February 23rd.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds customers that Pennsylvania is under an enforcement extension from the Department of Homeland Security until October 10, 2018, which means that Pennsylvanians may use their current driver’s license or ID card to board commercial aircraft or enter federal facilities that require ID until at least that […]
Penn Highlands Elk has earned a four-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, placing it among the top tier of more than 4,000 hospitals throughout the United States. The star rating, based on a system of one to five stars, is available on the CMS Hospital Compare site located […]
Richard Bennett, Pastor of Down County Baptist Church, Driftwood, will be conducting an in-depth Bible Study centering on one word, “Christian.” This is a word that is being maligned with some organizations, misused and at times abused. It has become more of a household word, rather than what God says about it in […]
St. Mark Church is holding a free clothing give-away for anyone in the community. The give-away will be held February 15-18 in the Religious Education Building behind the church. Gently used, clean clothes can be dropped off February 11-14 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the above location. Please, no undergarments. […]
The Austin Methodist Church will hold their annual Fat Tuesday Dinner on February 13 from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with a smorgasbord (dine in or take-outs available). Various meats, potatoes, casseroles, vegetables, desserts and beverage included. This year all proceeds will be given to two local organizations. Those chosen are: Austin […]
There is still time to get in on the fun! The Cameron County Fair Association is still accepting acts for the 72nd annual Parade of Stars! This is a great evening of entertainment for young and old. Tickets are $4.00 each and are available at the door. The show will start at 7 […]
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation (National Fuel) has submitted to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission its quarterly adjustment to gas supply charges. This adjustment decreases the monthly bill of a typical residential customer with annual usage of 97,900 cubic feet of gas by $1.63, from $74.18 to $72.55. This 2.2 percent decrease became […]
Cameron County secured real estate transactions for January: Richard M. Kamats conveyed property in Shippen Township to Ted L. Walters for $500. James D. Teats; Grove Township; James E. Teats; $1.00. Miller’s Evangelistic Association; Emporium Borough; Gregory Magaro; $1.00. Mark S. Wickett; Lumber Township; Mark S. Wickett; $1.00. Heartwood Forestland Fund II Limited […]
Winter storms and the flu don’t just mean a lot of people are missing work and school – it also means they can’t keep their American Red Cross blood donation appointments. The Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve to help maintain the blood supply […]
The Community Education Center (CEC) will be holding several classes and workshops throughout the month of February. Beyond the Calls: Using an iPhone Effectively will be offered on February 15th. Microsoft Excel, level 2 will take place on February 6th. Pitt Bradford is also offering Violent Workplace Emergencies: Active Shooter on February 23rd. […]
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds customers that Pennsylvania is under an enforcement extension from the Department of Homeland Security until October 10, 2018, which means that Pennsylvanians may use their current driver’s license or ID card to board commercial aircraft or enter federal facilities that require ID until at least that […]
Richard Bennett, Pastor of Down County Baptist Church, Driftwood, will be conducting an in-depth Bible Study centering on one word, “Christian.” This is a word that is being maligned with some organizations, misused and at times abused. It has become more of a household word, rather than what God says about it […]
St. Mark Church is holding a free clothing give-away for anyone in the community. The give-away will be held February 15-18 in the Religious Education Building behind the church. Gently used, clean clothes can be dropped off February 11-14 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the above location. Please, no undergarments.
The Austin Methodist Church will hold their annual Fat Tuesday Dinner on February 13 from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with a smorgasbord (dine in or take-outs available). Various meats, potatoes, casseroles, vegetables, desserts and beverage included. This year all proceeds will be given to two local organizations. Those chosen are: Austin […]
There is still time to get in on the fun! The Cameron County Fair Association is still accepting acts for the 72nd annual Parade of Stars! This is a great evening of entertainment for young and old. Tickets are $4.00 each and are available at the door. The show will start at 7 […]
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation (National Fuel) has submitted to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission its quarterly adjustment to gas supply charges. This adjustment decreases the monthly bill of a typical residential customer with annual usage of 97,900 cubic feet of gas by $1.63, from $74.18 to $72.55. This 2.2 percent decrease became […]
Cameron County secured real estate transactions for January: Richard M. Kamats conveyed property in Shippen Township to Ted L. Walters for $500. James D. Teats; Grove Township; James E. Teats; $1.00. Miller’s Evangelistic Association; Emporium Borough; Gregory Magaro; $1.00. Mark S. Wickett; Lumber Township; Mark S. Wickett; $1.00. Heartwood Forestland Fund II Limited […]
Winter storms and the flu don’t just mean a lot of people are missing work and school – it also means they can’t keep their American Red Cross blood donation appointments. The Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve to help maintain the blood supply […]
Sarah Nolan (left) one of Emporium’s newest residents, was the guest speaker at the Rotary luncheon meeting January 23rd. Sarah grew up in Michigan, and after graduating in 1995, she enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. She has quite an impressive military background with 20 years of military service. During her service, […]
Ariel Farren, a senior at Cameron County High School, is hosting a Benefit Spaghetti Dinner as her Senior Project. All proceeds will benefit Mr. Faulk, a biology teacher at Cameron County High School. The spaghetti dinner will be held February 4th from noon to 3 p.m. at the Emporium Firehall.
Emporium Senior Center plans to host an AARP Safe Driving Course this Spring—scheduled for Thursday, April 19th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This program is a PennDOT approved program and the cost for the program is $15/AARP Members and $20/Non-Members. This class enables you to receive a minimum 5% Discount on your […]
This May, a group of people from St. Marys are taking a bus trip to Lancaster County for dinner and a show…and shopping! On Thursday May 24th, the chartered Fullington Bus will be heading to The Rainbow Dinner Theatre for the show “Whose Wife Is It, Anyway?” and the buffet dinner. Following the […]
Sinnemahoning State Park has a variety of interpretive and outdoor recreation programs planned in February. They look forward to seeing you in the park this winter. Cross Country Skiing for Beginners – Saturday, February 3, noon to 2 p.m. DiscoverE! Groundhogs – Saturday, February 3, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Native Americans of […]
A lasagna dinner will be held at First United Methodist Church on Thursday, Feb. 15, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost is adults $12 and children under 10, $6.00. Tickets available at the church office. The dinner benefits ceiling repair.
St. Mark Church is holding a free clothing give-away for anyone in the community. The give-away will be held February 15-18 in the Religious Education Building behind the church. Gently used, clean clothes can be dropped off February 11-14 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the above location. Please, no undergarments.
Upcoming Happenings at the Emporium Senior Center: All are welcome to attend. Thursdays at 1 p.m. — Do you love words and a little friendly competition? Come on down to play Scrabble. Anyone is welcome—Every Thursday at 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 6th— Healthy Immune System with Donna Thomas from Cole at 9 a.m. […]
The Community Education Center (CEC) will be holding several classes and workshops throughout the month of February. Beyond the Calls: Using an iPhone Effectively will be offered on February 15th. Microsoft Excel, level 2 will take place on February 6th. Pitt Bradford is also offering Violent Workplace Emergencies: Active Shooter on February 23rd. […]
The Driftwood Sr. Center welcomes the New Year with a busy schedule and says goodbye to the old year with a lot of Thanks and Appreciation. If you have not been down to Driftwood lately, you should take a drive down and see the elk and stop in at the center. Our beautifully […]
Woodland Elementary School announces its 2nd Nine Weeks Awards List: Grade 5 Mrs. Ream High Honors (All A’s) Emma Bennett, Kaylee Hostetlar, Janelle Sidelinger, Benjamin Williams Honors (All A’s and B’s) Nicole Hockey, Kelsie Kearney, Jakob Narby, Lauryn Uber, Mashayla Wilhite Rose Tompkins High Honors
The plans for the 2018 edition of the Parade of Stars is underway. The Cameron County Fair Association is looking for acts for this year’s performance. Please contact Pat Kempher if you are interested in participating in this program. New this year is an opportunity for businesses to sponsor the show. Any small […]
The Cameron County Community Chest Board of Directors wishes everyone a very Happy New Year. As of January 22nd, they have collected $11,297 toward their $20,100 goal. That puts them at 56% of their goal. Thanks to all who have contributed so far. The 2018 fund drive will stay open until September 30th. […]
Seniors For Safe Driving will hold a mature driver improvement course at the following locations. February 22 – DuBois Senior Center, DuBois, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 10 – Curwensville Library, Curwensville, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 21 – UPMC Northwest, Seneca, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 30 – Punxsutawney […]
Ariel Farren, a senior at Cameron County High School, is hosting a Benefit Spaghetti Dinner as her Senior Project. All proceeds will benefit Mr. Faulk, a biology teacher at Cameron County High School. The spaghetti dinner will be held February 4th from noon to 3 p.m. at the Emporium Firehall.
The Cameron County Fair Association would like to invite everyone to attend its annual Parade of Stars to be held on February 24 at 7 p.m. at the Cameron County High School. The yearly event funds the fair’s scholarship and helps to defray costs at the fair. This year the Parade of Stars […]
The James Zwald Chapter #314 of Trout Unlimited ( Elk and Cameron counties) will be meeting at the St. Marys Middle School on January 30th in the library room at 7 p.m. New projects and the Acid Mine problem on West Creek will be discussed. Come and bring your ideas for the betterment […]
This May, a group of people from St. Marys are taking a bus trip to Lancaster County for dinner and a show…and shopping! On Thursday May 24th, the chartered Fullington Bus will be heading to The Rainbow Dinner Theatre for the show “Whose Wife Is It, Anyway?” and the buffet dinner. Following the […]
Upcoming Happenings at the Emporium Senior Center: All are welcome to attend. Thursdays at 1 p.m. — Do you love words and a little friendly competition? Come on down to play Scrabble. Anyone is welcome—Every Thursday at 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 6th— Healthy Immune System with Donna Thomas from Cole at 9 a.m. […]
The monthly meeting of the Cameron County Collaborative Board was held on January 17 at the Emporium Fire Hall. Heidi Aikens reported for the Family Center. Tana Funair of Dickinson Inc. thanked everyone who helped in any way with the Children’s Christmas Program. Sheri Larson reported an Open House for the new ADAS […]
Does the park you want to visit have enough snow for cross country skiing or snowmobiling? Check conditions online before you go. To find out if your favorite PA State Park has favorable conditions for winter activities, please check the State Parks Winter Report at http://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/WinterReport/Pages/default.aspx. The Pennsylvania state parks Winter Report allows […]
The January fundraiser Bingo at the Emporium Senior Center will be held January 21 at 1 p.m. Food will be available and a big jackpot will be the last game of the day for 10 cents a card. Come out and try your luck. Hope to see you all there.
This May, a group of people from St. Marys are taking a bus trip to Lancaster County for dinner and a show…and shopping! On Thursday May 24th, the chartered Fullington Bus will be heading to The Rainbow Dinner Theatre for the show “Whose Wife Is It, Anyway?” and the buffet dinner. Following the […]
The Cameron County High School is again offering the opportunity for citizens to participate in the Community Walking Program. This program promotes fitness by providing an indoor venue for walkers to use during the winter months. The high school will be open for participants during the hours of 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. […]
The Bucktail Rod and Gun Club and Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) are planning a youth ice fishing event scheduled for January 20th at Bucktail Lake in Sizer Run. The program is for youth ages 17 and under accompanied by an adult. The event will start at 10 a.m. and last until […]
As part of the Cameron County School District (CCSD) enrichment program, 12 Cameron County students recently had the opportunity to visit the Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg. The trip, coordinated by Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA), is the largest indoor agricultural event in the nation, featuring nearly 6,000 animals, 10,000 competitive exhibits […]
The Cameron County Conservation District is holding a Tree Sale fundraiser for 2018. All proceeds go towards Conservation Education programs. If you or someone you know is looking to add trees, shrubs or garden plants to their land, then this fundraiser is for them. Contact the District office at 814-486-2244 or e-mail [email protected] […]
Fifteen trees were planted this past year at a cost of $2,055. Some of the older Sugar Maples were removed because of disease and rotting conditions. Fifteen stumps were removed at a cost of $1,500. Arbor Day was celebrated on April 28, 2017. The members of the Commission would like to thank the […]
Penn Highlands Elk will offer a free, year-long lifestyle change program – PreventT2 – that can help those with prediabetes make lasting changes to prevent type 2 diabetes. The first meeting will be held on Jan. 23, from 5–6 p.m. at PH Elk. Meetings will continue every Tuesday, from 5–6 p.m. for the […]
Emporium In April Emporium Senior Center plans to host an AARP Safe Driving Course this Spring-scheduled for Thursday, April 19th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This program is a PennDOT approved program and the cost for the program are $15/AARP Members and $20/Non-Members. This class enables you to receive a minimum of 5% Discount […]
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a taste testing event on Saturday, January 20, from noon to 3 p.m. Erin Solveson will unveil the latest home business in Cameron County. Earth Below brews kombucha at the home of Solveson and her husband and two daughters. Kombucha is a non-alcoholic, fermented tea which […]
Endless Mountains Chapter 34 A.B.A.T.E. and Mack’s Rhythm & Brews Inc. are hosting a fund raiser to benefit Mountaineer Search and Rescue. The event includes entertainment by Jonathan Meade, 50/50, and Chinese Auction. The doors at Mack’s Rhythm & Brews Sports Bar will open Saturday, February 3 at 7 p.m. “The chapter supports […]
The Pennsylvania WoodMobile is a main attraction at the Pennsylvania Farm Show. This project originated in 2002 by the Hardwoods Development Council, Pennsylvania Forest Products Association and Deer Park Lumber in Tunkhannock, Pa. owned by the Andrews Family of Emporium and Tunkhannock. The WoodMobile is a traveling exhibit that provides information on the […]
The following memorial donations were received by the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library Building Fund during 2017. Given in memory of Robert J. “Brownie” Brown by: B & R Tool and Die, Inc., Elaine and David Brown, Mark and Mary Jo Brown, Roberta and Floyd Brown, Cameron County Little League, Annette Campbell and […]
by Bruce Whitman The Sinnamahoning Volunteer Fire Department has elected officers for 2018. Company officers include Butch Kehl, president; Bruce Whitman, vice president, and Donna Kehl, secretary/treasurer. Jeff Oyler will head line officers as chief, Buddy Sherry is deputy chief; Nate Ball, 1st assistant chief, and Delbert Baney, 2nd assistant. Kehl and Rich […]
Don Bickford of Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) and Mark Johnson, a local birder who is very knowledgeable on the subject of birds, have started a new program at the Woodland Elementary School. Once a month they will present a program to the 4th grade students, introducing them to birds. The primary […]
Head Start is a comprehensive preschool program that provides education, health, and nutritional services for children between 3 and 5 years old. This service is provided by Northern Tier Community Action Corporation. Head Start gives children the opportunity to experience new adventures and to be curious and creative. Emily Embick of Sizerville State […]
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, LIHEAP, is now open. Eligibility for this federally funded program is based on income guidelines and household size. For example, a family of four with a gross annual income of $36,900 will qualify for a grant. Monies are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For additional […]
The Friends of the Library have accomplished a great deal over the years. A big thank you goes to everyone who has supported the organization by becoming a member during the Membership Drive, or attending the Used Book Sale, or taking part in the holiday project; Wishing Family and Friends a Happy Holiday. […]
Rotarian and Vice Chairman of the Community Education Center of Elk and Cameron Counties, Rebecca Pasquinelli introduced Dr. Joseph Nairn, President of the Rural Regional College of Northern Pennsylvania at the Emporium Rotary luncheon meeting October 31st. Dr. Nairn updated the club on the new affordable and accessible post-secondary education for students […]
A Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held at Emporium Senior Center November 23rd from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can eat in, take out, or have the dinners delivered. Donations are welcome. Food donations can be left at the Senior Center.
A Christmas Luncheon is being planned for ladies who retired from or worked at Cameron County Schools, on Wednesday, December 6 at the firehall. Doors will open for the luncheon at noon and they will eat around 1:15 p.m. Mountain Melodies will entertain at 12:35. Please call 486-0234 or 486-0181 if you […]
The Annual Veterans Day Dinner will be Saturday, November 11th, at the Cameron County Vets Club. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with social hour starting at 5:00. The dinner is open to all honorably discharged Veterans, Active Duty and Reserve Military. To sign up for your reservation, call (814) 486-3078 or […]
The rains did not dampen the spirits of anyone during the annual Trunk or Treat event held recently in Emporium. Over 400 children and their families walked through 26 trunks that were decorated for the event. Snacks and music were provided throughout the evening. This event is growing by leaps and bounds and […]
The Emporium Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will hold a Ham & Turkey Raffle November 11th at the Emporium Firehall. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and drawings start at 7:00. Prizes consist of meats, pop, money and other items; twenty-five individual raffles with multiple prizes. Free admission and refreshments.