Cameron County Echo

(1923-2013) Kenneth W. “Diz” Coleman, 89, of Sarasota, Fla., formerly of Elkland, passed away at his home (June 7, 2013). (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

  JUMPIN’ INTO SUMMER – School’s out and area children are ready for warm weather and outdoor fun. Shown are Dino Brown, Bobbi Fragale, Topanga Allison and Sophia Fragale celebrating the start of summer.

Cameron County High School proudly announces that Serena Marie Smoker  and Breanna Marie Whiting have earned the titles of Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the Class of 2013, respectively. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

By Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Behind the  scenes negotiations between the Cameron County Ambulance Service, a union and St. Marys Ambulance continued this past week. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Much of open discussion at Monday night’s Emporium Borough Council meeting focused on the problem of stray and feral cats in the community. George Sowers, the Borough’s animal control officer, said he and the local SPCA are working on a new ordinance to help deal with the problem. (Full Story available on the […]

    The format has changed from shock and awe to education and conservation for the annual Snake Hunt Weekend at the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association. The annual event will take place this weekend, the start of rattlesnake hunting season in Pennsylvania. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

The job picture in Cameron County showed a slight change for the good during the month of April. According to figures compiled by the state Department of Labor & Industry, unemployment figures for Cameron County in April stood at 10.9 percent.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    The weather cooperated with this year’s Drum and Henry Kids Fishing Derby. The event celebrated its 59th year of providing the area youth a fun-filled day of fishing and refreshments. There were over 200 registered youth who participated. The Bucktail Lake was stocked with over 1,500 trout, allowing the youth to test their […]

Who will be the 2013 Laurel Queen? The Wellsboro community is again inviting you to join in the week-long Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival celebration beginning Saturday, June 8. This family-friendly event includes the Pennsylvania State Laurel Queen competition. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)    

The fourth grade students of Woodland Elementary recently enjoyed a day at Sizerville State Park. The event was coordinated by Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA). (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    The second grade students of Woodland Elementary had a fun-filled day last week at the Andrews farm. Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) coordinated the event that included fishing, learning about water quality and ways everyone can help prevent water pollution and facts about honey bees. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in […]

A 50/50 Fund Raiser to support Project Pearl Harbor is under way. This is being handled by a few volunteers. Chances will be on sale at the Little League Carnival and the drawing there on June 22nd. All profits will go to help fund the trip for all 88 band members and the three directors […]

First United Methodist and St. Mark Roman Catholic churches Vacation Bible School will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 306 S. Spruce Street. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Jennie Fragale, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, will hold a Blood Drive on June 13 at the Vet’s Club in Emporium. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    The Friends of the Library are seeking gently used books, videos, puzzles, games, and DVDs, for their upcoming sale. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central), in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental protection (DEP) and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), is encouraging municipal entities and authorities, council of governments, 501C3 tax exempt corporations, educational institutions, incorporated watershed associations, conservation districts, and county and local governments […]

by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Emporium Alle-Catt Baseball team had an early season showdown with Bradford on Sunday and came away with a convincing 12-2 win. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

  by Harry Jones   Well, we are back for another year. Got a late start on Harry’s Corner this year. Connie and I had a rough May. I lost my brother to cancer and Connie’s mom died; also, our friend lost his daughter due to an auto wreck. (Full Story available on the newsstands, […]

  by Rich Summers   I quickly got all my work done on Saturday morning and got ready for a big night of sports as the Pittsburgh Pirates were taking on the Cincinnati Reds in a crucial early season NL Central matchup at PNC Park while across the Allegheny River the Penguins were opening their […]

    Cameron County High School Red Raider senior, Tyler Wigfield was named to the 2013 Northern Allegheny League Small School North Division Baseball all-star team.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

The Cameron County Baguba Club will host the 1st Annual Baguba Golf Scramble at the Emporium Country Club on Saturday, June 15th.  The format will be a 4-person scramble with a shot gun start at 2 p.m. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

For Marissa Umble’s senior project, she is hosting a co-ed 4-on-4 volleyball tournament. It will be held on June 15th in the Woodland Elementary School gym. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Openings are still available at all locations for the Play Like A Pro Hitting And Pitching Camps. Players will receive instruction from Mansfield High School Baseball Coach and former professional player, Matt Perry, and Head Coach at Mansfield University, Harry Hillson. Instruction will include basic and advanced skill work in the art of […]

Wandering Thru May by Phil Burkhouse The 2013 Spring Turkey Season expired last Friday and not a moment too soon.  Big Jake and I hunted several days a week throughout the month long season including a morning hunt on the last day, but he will have to let his gobbler grow until this fall.  I […]

  by William Crisp   Some of the best times I’ve ever had were while drifting down a river. This is the time of year when you can really enjoy spending a day at nature’s pace; mostly because during the other times of the year you’ll freeze too fast. (Full Story available on the newsstands, […]

The Quehanna Industrial Development Corporation (QIDC) held its regular monthly meeting, May 20. It was a very busy meeting, with many subjects covered, including the coal industry. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Ralph Yore, from Westminister, California, called with some Trivia answers and questions. Ralph tells us that two of the swimming holes he remembers were the Black Bridge, nicknamed SOD (Swim Or Drown) and just off of Portage Street, where they used to put rocks across the creek to make the water higher.   (Full Story […]

Dear Mrs. Fragale, After many years I am finally subscribing to the Echo. I have procrastinated long enough. As I have visited Emporium each year, friends have always saved a couple papers for me. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Hi Kent, In the May 15th issue of the Echo, “Bob” Haley mentioned that Carl Collins Jr. had passed on. I had not heard that and I would like to know when and where he lived when he passed on. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

(1930-2013) Jane Louise Soban of Kensington, MD died on Sunday (May 19, 2013) in Bethesda, MD. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Primary Election Scrambles School Directors Picture   by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor As expected, primary election races for seats on the Cameron County School Board were the focus of voters last Tuesday. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    An Emporium man, Thomas Michael Lipinski, 35, appeared in Cameron County Court last Tuesday for a bail modification hearing and was ordered into custody. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Gusty wind and cold temperatures failed to cool the enthusiasm of 172 youngsters who signed up for the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association Kids Fishing Derby last Saturday. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Get the kids’ fishing equipment ready for the Drum and Henry Fishing Derby. It is the 59th year that this event has provided youth 14 years old and younger the opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day of fishing. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    After nearly a decade of planning, organizational formation and acquisition, work on the West Creek Recreational Trail will begin this summer. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Internationally recognized Professor of Biology will visit Sizerville State Park on Saturday, June 1 at 7 p.m. Please join us for a special appearance by Professor Kenneth C. Catania. Professor Catania is a Neurologist and Professor of Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt University where he has received international attention for his investigations into the touch organs […]

Barbara Moscato Brown Library Memorials 1st Quarter 2013 Gift of Katie Brown as part of her Cameron County High School Senior Project 2013: My Friend Has Autism, by Amanda D. Tourville   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    A new addition to the Weekend in the Wilds will be the first ever Elk Calling Contest.  The event will be hosted by the Keystone Elk Country Alliance on Saturday, July 6 at 3 p.m. The contest is open to professionals, amateurs and children and will be governed by the 2013 Keystone Elk […]

The Cameron County High School Outdoor Club recently spent two nights camping in Erie and visiting Presque Isle State Park. The Outdoor Club and Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) together planned a full schedule of events. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Accomplished artist Julie Mader’s show, the Power Within, is on display at the Cameron County Artisan Center.  The art exhibit, funded through the Pennsylvania Partners of the Arts, is inspired by the strength required of the patient, the medical team and those who love and support both sides. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in […]

Cameron County SPCA will sponsor a Rabies Clinic on Saturday, May 18th fro 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Emporium Firehall. Cost is $5.00 per animal.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Thirteen classrooms participated this year to incubate pheasant eggs received from the Pennsylvania Game Commission as part of their pheasant chick program. The program provides wonderful opportunities to get young people involved in raising birds. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    The Emporium Wellness Center will be offering an Aerobic/Strength training class for youths between the ages of 12 and 19. The class will begin on June 11th and will continue each week on Tuesday and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., ending August 1st.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in […]

    If you would like to help the Cameron County High School Marching Band realize the honor of representing Pennsylvania in the 2014 Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade in Hawaii, you can send your donations to: (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    The annual Children’s Fair, sponsored by the Cameron County Family Center and the Cameron County Collaborative Board will be held on Wednesday, June 5th, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Emporium Firehall. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

The Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association will hold its annual Snake Hunt on June 8 and June 9 at the club property in Sinnemahoning. The hunt is organized by the Keystone Reptile Club. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Emporium Alle-Catt baseball team collected their third win of the season with a home victory over St. Marys on Sunday. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

  by Rich Summers   I don’t watch the NBA much, but due to a lack of other good television Sunday night, my daughter and I took in the Miami Heat-Indiana Pacers playoff contest. Watching LeBron James play made me think back to when Shaquille O’Neil was so dominating. (Full Story available on the newsstands, […]

    Dave Bennett, Penn State DuBois Head Men’s Basketball Coach and owner/director of Elite Basketball Camp will hold a basketball camp at DuBois Central Catholic. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    The seventeenth annual Dahoga Dash 5K Run was held Sunday, May 26, on Dahoga Road in Wilcox. Clear skies and temperatures in the low fifties produced good weather conditions for the 115 runners. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

Crazy As A Loon by Phil Burkhouse The call came from Ted and the two crazed fishing fanatics we fondly refer to as Big Jake and Little Bear; they had sighted the “Spirit of Northern Waters” at the Y where the Driftwood Branch and the Portage collide.  For those of you not familiar with “Spirit […]

During the last week of turkey season one of my hunting buddies, Muddy, who annually visits here from the great Northwest to kill the deer we say aren’t here and catch the fish we don’t stock, was back for the turkeys that we don’t complain too much about. He’s been successfully raiding Pennsylvania for a […]

    After more than a decade of success, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is working to expand its Junior Pheasant Hunt Program and is seeking partners to do so. The commission is asking sportsmen’s clubs and other conservation organizations to meet an increasing demand created by the youngsters who want to participate in the program. […]

To my good friends in Cameron County, this is in response to Mr. Kent Riegel’s  Trivia article dated 03 April 2013 concerning Cowley Hill ski area. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

I must admit I could not agree more with Mountain Lines about the wisdom in the Division of 2G.  I have long expressed my great concern for the deer management practice that the Game Commission has been following since the days of Gary Alt.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron […]

I wanted to clear up something in my last email. I was speaking of the inside roller rink owned by Carl Collins when I said the kids came by bus for evening skating, not the ice rink. Sorry I wasn’t clear.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

(1981-2013) Tyler Grey Hodson, 32, of 716 Cranberry St., Erie, died  Monday morning (May 27, 2013) at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center, Erie, following an automobile accident.  

(1933-2013) T. James Bennett, 79, of Austin, died (May 21, 2013) at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport.

Kelli Anthony, age 15, shot her first turkey at 6:20 a.m. on May 4th while hunting with her father in North Creek.  The gobbler weighed in at 18 pounds, with an 8-inch beard and 1-inch spurs.  

    by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Given a second chance by new legislation, Cameron County has acted once again to eliminate the position of jury commissioner. Under Resolution 2013-2, Cameron County Commissioners once again acted to do away with the two elected positions.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s […]

    Dave Lambert will be the guest speaker at this year’s Annual EHS/CCHS Alumni Banquet. The banquet will be held Saturday, May 25 at the high school gymnasium.   (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Commissioners are working with Cameron County Recycling Coordinator, Tara Newton, in an effort to establish a drop off location locally for electronics. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Large tracts of State Forest Lands in Cameron and Potter counties are due for gypsy moth spraying this week. The state Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, Bureau of Forestry, announced the effort to reduce forest diffusion ca (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Cameron County Commissioners heard a presentation on invasive weed control during their meeting last week. Tanya Meyer of the Sinnemahoning Invasive Plant Management Area presented a brief overview of that agency’s work in the county. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Again this year, the Memorial Detail will be heading up the Memorial Day Parade. The parade will line up at the Vet’s Club and Olivett’s parking lots on Third Street, from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Monday, May 27, and will leave that area and march to Walnut and 4th Street. The […]

    The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is conducting rehabilitation work on the swimming pool at Sizerville State Park that will result in a delayed opening this summer season. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    You are invited to an awesome day of family fun at Prospect Park Playground on Sunday, May 26th starting at 2 p.m. Come early and stay late. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

      The officers and directors of the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association held their monthly meeting, May 19. Linda Burrows reported total membership is 4,351, with a goal of 5,000. Cost of membership is; Active $12; Social $10; Junior (17 and under) $6.00. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    Weekend in the Wilds, Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6, continues to expand.  Organizers want to add an area that features farmers’ products. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)

    The Emporium Garden Club members will be meeting on May 25th at 9 a.m. at the Episcopal Parish Hall to do their annual plantings in the Borough and the Vets’ Park. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)