Down County Egg Hunt
Children up to 12 years old will gather at the Grove Township Park in Sinnemahoning Saturday for the area’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo
Egg Hunt
There will be an Easter Egg Hunt at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church Saturday, March 30, at 11 a.m. All children up to and including grade 6 are invited. Bring a basket or bag. A snack will be provided. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Hampton Volunteers With HMI
Hampton Volunteers With HMI Hometown Mentors, Inc. is pleased to announce that Jan Hampton has accepted our invitation to lead a project for the beautification of an embankment immediately behind Maple Street Apartments in Emporium. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo
Supreme Court Returns Jury Commissioner Positions
Recent action by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has left many counties, including Cameron, in a vacuum in regards to the positions of jury commissioner. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Holy Week at First Presbyterian Church
The members of First Presbyterian Church would like to invite the community to join them for these special services during Holy Week. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Annual Egg Hunt
The annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by VFW, Legion, Moose, K Of C and May Hollow Sportsmen’s Club, will be held Saturday, March 30th, at 1 p.m. at the Cameron County Little League Field (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
River, Road Clean-Up Held
The river and road clean-up organized by Bucktail Watershed, Canoe and Kayak Classic, Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) and Mountaineer Search and Rescue was a success. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Stuckey Graduates Basic Training
Air Force Airman Nicholas E. Stuckey graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Easter Sunrise Service
An Easter sunrise service will be held on the lawn of the Cameron County Christian Center at 7 a.m. on Sunday, March 31. There will be a light breakfast served at the United Methodist Church following the service. All are welcome to attend. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron […]
Dr. Hill Joins Team at Cole Memorial
Board-certified Internal Medicine Specialist, Aaron Hill, MD, recently joined the Integrated Internal Medicine department and Hospitalist unit at Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport. He joins a team of three physicians and six physician assistants to provide primary care to patients with a specialty in internal medicine. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in […]
Something For Everyone In New Park Exhibits
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor A series of new exhibits soon to be unveiled at the Wildlife Center at Sinnemahoning State Park are designed to make the facility a portal to the PA Wilds Region. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Songer Named North Tier League Coach of the Year
Cameron County Red Raider Head Coach Jon Songer, in only his second year as coach, was named Coach of the Year in the North Tier League. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Many County Candidates In May Primary Races
Candidates from across Cameron County met last Tuesday’s deadline for the filing of nominating petitions for the May primary election. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Olay Seeks Re-election
Mary Grace Olay would like to announce her bid for re-election for the office of Cameron County Prothonotary. Mary Grace is currently serving her second term as Prothonotary, Register and Recorder and Clerk Of Courts. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Lippert Returns Home For Internship
Amanda Jones A local university student will serve as a pharmacy intern at the Emporium Pharmacy over the next few weeks. Victoria Lippert, a native of Emporium, is readying to graduate June 2 from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), and is being mentored by June Caldwell of the Emporium Pharmacy on Fourth Street. […]
Students Compete In Archery Tourney
Cameron County School District (CCSD) was represented at this year’s National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State competition with 19 students attending. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Paddling Clinic at Chamber
Two Canoe and Kayak Paddling Clinics will be offered in the area. A clinic will be in Emporium on Saturday, March 23 at the Chamber of Commerce (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Rotary’s 4 Way Speech Contest
The Emporium Rotary Club held its annual 4 Way Speech Contest for area high school students on Tuesday, March 5th. This competition involved speeches that centered on an ethical issue debated in a positive way using the 4 Way Test. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Garden Club Cook & Create
The Emporium Garden Clun will meet on Saturday, March 23rd at 12:30 p.m. at the parish hall to have a luncheon of soup and salad (using herbs). (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Sacred Sisters Women’s Retreat
Sacred Sisters: Women’s Retreat will be held at the Sinnemahoning State Park on Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo
Fly Fishing Program
The Trout Unlimited chapter #314 will sponsor a fly fishing program at he St. Marys Middle School on March 26th. The program will start at 7 p.m. Meet at the middle school library door (inside) the school. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Talent Auction
A Talent Auction will be held April 6th at the CMA church on Sizerville Road. Food stand opens at 5 p.m., with the auction beginning at 6 p.m. Lots of goods and services will be auctioned off! (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
SIP-MA Seasonal Job Openings
There are several local outdoor seasonal jobs available, starting this spring. The Sinnemahoning Invasive Plant Management Area (SIPMA) is a locally-based group that works to control invasive plants in the watershed. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Local Plant Hit By U.S. Budget Woes
Local Plant Hit By U.S. Budget Woes by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor A local manufacturing company with deep roots in Emporium informed employees Monday of a temporary layoff. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Cluster Boxes Replace Hours at Sinnemahoning Post Office
Cluster Boxes Replace Hours at Sinnemahoning Post Office by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Patrons of the U.S. Post Office in Sinnemahoning now have 24/7 access to their boxes if they don’t mind standing outside in the rain, sleet, snow and dark of night. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron […]
Boro Signs Off On Appeal Settlement
Emporium Borough Council Monday night approved a resolution approving settlement in a tax appeal case. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Local Ambulance Service To Form Alliance With St. Marys Ambulance
Cameron County Ambulance Service (CCAS) is pleased to announce that it and St. Marys Area Ambulance (SMAAS) have agreed in principle to form a collaborative alliance in an effort to assure both communities continue to receive the highest quality Emergency Medical Services while allowing both agencies to meet the enormous challenges posed by healthcare […]
Brown’s Senior Project Benefits Local Schools, Autism Awareness
For her senior project, Katie Brown held a dance-a-thon promoting Autism Awareness. With the help of the community and generous donations from local businesses, she collected over $1,900.00. These monies were used to purchase four i-Pads for the local High School and Elementary School’s Life Skills and Learning Support classes. (Full […]
Real Estate Transactions
Following are the Cameron County secured real estate transactions for February: (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Applications Available For Tax, Rent Rebate Program
Applications for the 2012 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now available, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) said recently. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Community Diaper Drive
As part of her senior project, Anastasia LaPolt is working with the Cameron County Christian Center, home of the Fish & Loaves Food Pantry. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Local Students To Walk In Footsteps of U.S. Leaders
This spring and summer, over 250 outstanding middle school students from across the United States will take part in an extraordinary leadership conference in Washington, D.C. Themed Voices of Leadership: Reflecting on the Past to Create the Future, the Junior National Young Leaders Conference (JrNYLC) introduces young people to the rich tradition of leadership […]
Easter Bunny Breakfast
Easter Bunny Breakfast For the first time ever, Cameron County will have the Easter Bunny visiting on Saturday, March 30! He will hop his way to breakfast at the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department and then spend time with the children during the egg hunt at the Cameron County Little League Field. (Full Story available […]
Scholarship Application Deadline Reminder
Scholarship Application Deadline Reminder Cameron County High School seniors and graduates are reminded that the application deadline for the John Schwab Educational Fund Scholarship and the Guy S. and Mary L. Felt Education Fund Scholarship is June 3. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Conservation District Hosts Ag Workshop
The Cameron County Conservation District (District) proudly hosted their 10th Annual Agriculture Producers’ Meeting at the Aroma Café, February 27th. To celebrate this special occasion the District offered a free dinner for participants and speakers. “We wanted to thank our farming community for their support and participation over the past ten years,” said Kate […]
Community Lenten Service
Community Lenten Service will be hosted by St. Mark Church on Sunday, March 10. Please join us at 6 p.m. The Rev. Jason Claydon of the Rich Valley Wesleyan Church will be preaching. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Wise April Artist of the Month
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center features painter Mary Wise for the month of April. Wise is a retired teacher from the Milton School District and now lives in Wellsboro and paints on anything that does not move, including wooden Easter Eggs! These long lasting eggs are decorated with flowers. (Full Story […]
Chapman Back In Court Prior To Coming Trial
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Joseph William Chapman, due to come to trial here in Cameron County on a series of sexual assault charges, was in County Court last week for sentencing on an unrelated past conviction. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Commissioners Move Forward With County Garage Plan
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Cameron County commissioners continue to work through the process of constructing a new garage building at the courthouse. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Matt Keiter To Perform On National Television
A name, a face and most importantly, a voice many Cameron County residents are familiar with takes to the national airwaves next week. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
New and Correct Recycling Information
The news story carried in last week’s edition of the Cameron County Echo on electronics recycling needs to be recycled. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Charge List Is Reduced
A number of charges against an Emporium man have been withdrawn, leaving him facing one count of simple assault. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Kindergarten Registration Friday
Cameron County School District Kindergarten registration will be held on Friday, March 1st at Woodland Elementary School from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
New Format For HT Course
A new concept Hunter Education course has been scheduled for Sunday, April 7, at the Woodland Elementary School. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Cameron Co. School District Archery Program Paid In Full
The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), now in its second year, has been very well received in the Cameron County School District (CCSD). There are about 450 students who now have the opportunity to enjoy shooting archery in their Physical Education Classes. Students grades 5-12 are now reaping the benefits of […]
County Receives Growing Greener Grant For Environmental Projects
Six organizations in the 25th Senatorial District have been awarded a total of $972,997 in state Growing Greener grants to reduce pollution and improve water quality, according to Senator Joe Scarnati. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Pahel Certified To Offer Classes In NRA First Steps Program
Late last year local Emporium resident Jim Pahel completed his certification to become a “Certified Pistol Instructor” through the NRA training program. Jim is now certified to offer classes in the NRA “First Steps” program along with “Basic Pistol Shooting.” (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
SSA Reports on Successful Hunt
The Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association officers and directors held their monthly meeting February 24. Linda Burrows reported total membership for 2013 is 3,910, with a goal of 5,000. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
County Receives Marcellus Shale Impact Fee Revenue
State Senator Joe Scarnati announced the distribution of $361,165 in Marcellus Shale impact fee revenue to county conservation districts in the 25th Senatorial District. Cameron County will receive $34,753. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Wildlife Habitat Improvement Project, Aspen Regeneration
In July of 2012, several Foresters from the Elk State Forest along with Ecological Services and Pennsylvania Game Commission staff proposed two areas to improve habitat for Ruffed grouse and American woodcock. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Historical Society Lists Memorials
Following are the Cameron County Historical Society Memorials: (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Lenten Luncheon
A Lenten Luncheon will be held Wednesday, March 6 at 12:05 p.m. at St. Mark’s O’Connell Hall. Donation is $3.00. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
SPCA Winner
The winner of the SPCA $500 Daily Lottery drawing on February 14th was Paul Freer. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Cameron County Plans 50K Ultra Marathon
Plans are underway for a 50K ultra marathon through Cameron County on Saturday, October 19. The event will be the first of its kind held in the county and for those who may be intimidated by the distance a relay for the 50K and a 25K race will be offered. (Full Story available on the […]
Lighting Project Saves District More Than Expected
by Amanda Jones Cameron County Echo A representative from McClure Company, the firm that handled the $1.2 million energy savings project completed in April of 2012, gave a presentation during the Cameron County School Board meeting held last Thursday evening to discuss realized and projected cost savings. (Full Story available on the […]
County’s Public Library Earns $28,000 Grant
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Fresh paint, improved heating and air conditioning and easier access are in the works for the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library here in Emporium. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Causer Supports Sportsmen As Game and Fish Chair
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor State Representative Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) has quickly identified his rural roots in one of his first actions as Majority Chairman of the State House Game & Fisheries Committee. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
SSA Coyote Hunt Pays Winner $2,457
One sportsman from among 455 registered for the 8th annual Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Club’s Coyote Hunt earned a $2,457 payday Sunday. Ron Schall took the first place coyote while hunting with dogs in Jefferson County. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
New Garbage Truck Saves Township $$
by Amanda Jones The new garbage truck and packer negotiated for purchase months ago by Shippen Township has finally been received, and is already saving the Township money on fuel costs. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Sinnemahoning Watershed Ponds To Be Studied
Penn State Extension Educator, Jim Clark, and the Cameron County Conservation District, recently obtained a $6,000 grant from the Headwaters RC&D Sinnemahoning Stakeholders Group. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Camo Dance Supports CCOYA
A dance was held recently at the High School with charge of admission going to help defray the cost of t-shirts for the State National Archery in the Schools (NASP) tournament on March 8th. If the students wore camouflage, the price of admission was reduced. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron […]
Blood Drive Exceeds Goal
The American Red Cross Blood Drive was held at the Emporium VFW Club Rooms on Thursday, February 14th with 47 productive donations. The goal for the day was for 33 so everyone was very pleased to be able to go over the quota. Sincere thanks to all those who made this special effort in donating […]
High School Honor Roll
Mr. Lynn Hummel, Assistant Superintendent, and Mrs. Christine Holjencin, Acting Superintendent, at the Cameron County High School, have announced that the following students in grades 7 through 12 have been named to the second quarter honor roll. Highest honors is 93 percent and above in all subjects. Honors is 85 percent and above in all […]
Garden Club ‘Create and Learn’
The Emporium Garden Club will meet on February 25th at 6:30 p.m. at the Parish Hall. Discussion will be on “Principles of Design” by fellow member, Margaret Harris. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Ultra Marathon Looking For Friends
Cameron County will host an ultra marathon this fall. The Sinnemahone Ultra Marathon will travel the Elk State Forest and cover 50K. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Snowmobile Reroute
A section of the snowmobile trail in the East Branch Dam Area of the Elk State Forest has a reroute due to gas activity. Seneca Resources is developing gas on an existing pad and requires the use of the state forest road system (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron […]
County Signs Agreement With Elk County Jail
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor The legal system in Cameron County functions at a cost and last week commissioners took action to continue that function through 2015. Commissioners approved an agreement with Elk County to house prisoners at a cost of $50 per day. In addition, the county is responsible for medical […]
Youth ‘Hooked’ on Ice Fishing
The Bucktail Rod and Gun Club and Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) recently co-sponsored a youth ice fishing program at Bucktail Lake. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Smith’s Federal Trial Scheduled For May
A trial in U.S. Federal Court in Williamsport for Thomas Smith of Emporium has been postponed until May. Smith, 58, is facing federal charges of carjacking a woman at gunpoint in Emporium in August, 2012. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Bids Being Sought For Driftwood Projects
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Cameron County officials are advertising for bids on two projects in the Driftwood area, both funded through Community Development Block Grants. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)