Local resident and gospel singer, Glen Lucas still can’t believe his luck. After playing the lottery pretty much since it began, he finally hit it big last Tuesday. On his weekly lottery numbers check at Emporium Pharmacy, employees were acting a little strangely as he checked his tickets. Glen found out later that […]
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor A day of combined remembrance will be observed in Emporium on Tuesday, September 11. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The July unemployment rate for Cameron County rose to 11.1 percent according to the state Department of Labor & Industry. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
State Rep. Martin Causer or one of his representatives will hold office hours in Emporium on Thursday, September 6th, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Borough office. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
First Friday activities filling up the calendar! Most of the events are free or include a nominal charge. It is an opportunity for businesses to extend hours and attract shoppers who can’t fit a visit into their hectic schedule. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Rep. Martin Causer would like to remind residents that the Pennsylvania 529 College Savings Program is available to help families plan for the cost of higher education. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Fall Ladies Conference will take place on Saturday morning, September 22nd from 9 a.m. to noon at the Emporium Alliance Church on Sizerville Road. The title of the conference is “Pouring” and the focus will be how we, as women, pour over, pour on, and pour into young hearts and minds. (Full […]
Biking the Lowlands Trail will be held at the Sinnemahoning State Park on Sunday, September 9 at 11 a.m. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Jim Eberly, District 7360 Governor, was the keynote speaker at a recent Rotary program. Mr. Eberly spoke about Rotary International’s motto, “Peace thru Service,” stating “he is in awe of what Rotarians do collectively, locally and internationally in the world.” (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Endless Mountains Chapter 34 ABATE of PA invites the public to its 1st annual Endless Mountain Jam on Saturday, Sept. 8th at the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Club. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Cameron County Family Center is sponsoring, “Bingo for Books and Pizza” on Thursday, September 13th, at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church Parish Hall from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center welcomes Erie artist Deborah Sementelli Thursday, September 6 through Saturday, September 8. The multi media artist will teach several classes open to all ages. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo) Miller Profil von Das kostenlose Video Portal
Dream Makers 2012 Make-A-Wish Cameron County Car, Truck and Bike Show was held recently on South Broad Street, with over 65 cars, trucks and bikes. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Emporium Senior Center will be hosting the AARP Driver Safety Program Monday, September 10th and Tuesday, September 11th, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with an hour off for lunch. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The annual Moore Hill Homecoming will be held September 9th at 3 p.m. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
CCHS Homecoming Parade will be held Friday, October 5th. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
This week at Country Blessings (Sept. 5-7), located in Emporium at the Cameron County Christian Center, stop in to check out our new fall clothing! Sale this week, buy three shirts, get one free! (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo In the season opener for both teams, the Brockway Rovers easily topped the Cameron County High School Red Raider varsity football team by a score of 42-8. In the game played in Emporium, the visiting Rovers manhandled the home team in Allegheny Mountain League crossover action. (Full […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Lady Red Raider varsity golf team had two matches last week and picked up a win and a loss. Last Friday, CCHS was defeated by Bradford but on Tuesday they beat Kane. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider golf team won two home matches in a tri-match at the Emporium Country Club last Tuesday. The Raiders topped the Hubbers 28-27 and the Gators 35-20. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Harry Jones On the last week of the Tuesday Ladies League, Meg Whiting and Linda Ostrum tied for low gross honors with 48. Linda had the low net score with 33, and Linda also tied Gini Schager with 21 points. Bev Jones won the League. Congratulations, Bev. (Full Story available on the […]
with Rich Summers As I sit here on my front porch shortly after noon on Labor Day, I have spent an awful lot of time getting ready for the upcoming football season. After the opening weekend of the high school and college seasons, I wonder if any of the teams I follow will […]
by Phil Burkhouse My grandfather, Harry Burkhouse, was born in 1896 and spent part of his working life below the surface of the earth mining for coal. He never talked much about his career in the mines, and the only reason I even know about it was I remember his coal miner’s lunch bucket […]
by William Crisp As a parent who does some coaching, it is fair to say I spend a little time around kids. I guess I like them most of the time. I wonder if it is a coincidence that, usually, it is when they are quiet. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in […]
Potter County Junior Conservation School recently concluded their annual week- long program. The program for boys and girls 13 to 15 years old, was established to promote awareness of our environment and the principles of conservation. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
(1939-2012) Robert C. Green, 73, formerly of 228 Constitution Ave, Bradford, passed away Wednesday (Aug. 29, 2012) at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
(1923-2012) Fae Rowles Cardinal, 88, of Felt Assisted Living, formerly of Houtzdale, entered into rest with our Lord on Friday evening (Aug. 31, 2012) at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys.
IN CUSTODY – Thomas Edward Smith is accompanied by Emporium Police Cpl. Matt Siple as they leave the Borough Police Station Monday evening. Smith, on the run for 27 days, turned himself into police at about 8:45 p.m. at a bar on East Allegany Avenue in Emporium.
YOUTH TRAP SHOOTING EVENT – Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA), Bucktail Rod and Gun Club and a group of local Trap shooting enthusiasts recently held a Youth trap shooting introduction. The event was held on the trap range at the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club. Don Bickford, Director of CCOYA, says: […]
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Following a not guilty plea, sexual assault charges against Adam T. Eckert of Emporium will go to trial in Cameron County Court. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Emporium Borough Police Department announced last Friday that an individual wanted in connection with a July 4th assault in the borough had been taken into custody in New Jersey. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Amanda Jones, Cameron County Echo Law enforcement, treatment specialists, emergency departments and families across the nation are quickly learning about a new class of addictive substances being marketed to youths, made of harmful chemical substances that produce effects similar to cocaine, methamphetamines and heroin but accompanied by much more serious side-effects. (Full Story available […]
by Amanda Jones Cameron County Echo On Saturday, employees from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and Cameron County’s Emergency Management (EMA) held a presentation at the Wildlife Center at Sinnemahoning State Park to inform community members of structural concerns, evacuation plans and planned rehabilitation work at the George B. […]
Residents served by the Driftwood Water Company are being asked to conserve water during the current dry spell and low levels in the reservoir in Nanny Run. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Emporium Borough is in the process of reviewing a number of ordinances currently on the books. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Sinnemahoning Volunteer Fire Department will hold a business meeting Monday, September 10, at its quarters. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Fall will soon be here along with black cats, pumpkins and events to make your hair stand on end! Admit One You’re Done will return in October in Emporium. More than 800 people got scared last year at the haunted house in the former Admit One building on Fourth Street. (Full Story available […]
by Ray Savel Public Relations Chairman The officers and directors of the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association held their regular monthly meeting August 19th. Results of the election of officers to serve 2012 and 2013 were: President, Tim Horner; 1st Vice President, Carol Feidt; 2nd Vice President, Henry Burrows; Secretary, Linda Burrows; Treasurer, Mike Lease; […]
Last Saturday the BWA held a picnic celebrating the Sinnemhoning Creek Watershed. The BWA provided burgers and hotdogs, and attendees brought a dish to pass, so there was lots of great food. There were lawn games such as horseshoes and volleyball, and an open mic session. (Full Story available on the newsstands, […]
There are many activities this Labor Day Weekend at the Sinnemahoning State Park. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Driftwood Sr. Center helped Roger Knisely celebrate his 60th Birthday. It was a great time featuring The Down County Country Boys band and a yummy hot lunch. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Emporium C&MA church announces the start of Awana, its Wednesday night Children’s Ministry Program, beginning September 5th. Children in kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to attend beginning promptly at 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. each Wednesday night during the school year. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The drama program at CCHS will be undergoing some changes to make the program better for students. Tuesday, September 4th, at 6:30 p.m. will be a parent meeting to discuss the upcoming season and some new, exciting changes to the program. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Interpretive Pontoon Boat Tours will be held at the Sinnemahoning State Park on Sunday, September 2nd. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Sizerville State Park swimming pool is closed now through Friday, August 31st. The pool will reopen for Labor Day weekend September 1st, 2nd and 3rd from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. As always, the pool is open weather permitting; if you are not sure, call the park office at 814-486-5605, Monday through Friday […]
A team night will be held September 4 for anyone who is currently, or would like to be, on a team for the Alzheimer’s Walk. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Birds n’ Brunch, a Specialty Pontoon Boat Tour will be held Saturday, September 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join the park naturalist at Sinnemahoning State Park for a morning bird-watching pontoon boat excursion. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Labor Day, Monday, September 3, has been designated as a Fish for Free Day by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County Storm played host to Reynoldsville in Central Pennsylvania Youth Football League action on Saturday but fell to the Falcons by a score of 30-6. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider varsity golf team began the 2012 season with three matches in the week before school officially began. Coach Rick McLean’s team includes seniors Tyler Wigfield and Chris Crosby, junior Andrew Grimone and sophomores Paul Etchepare, Keith Spehalski, Hunter Azzato, Taylor Gillette and […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Lady Red Raider varsity golf team began the new season last week with a tri-meet on Thursday. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Rich Summers After I got back from a quick visit to Slippery Rock University to fill my son’s refrigerator on Saturday the television viewing went off the charts and my remote started smoking. In the same time frame I got to see the Pirates beat the Brewers, the Steelers beat the Bills […]
The 1st Annual Les Haas Memorial Trail Challenge 16K Run and 5K Run/Walk, hosted by the Elk County Conservation District, will be held Saturday, Sept. 22 at the Laurel Mill Ski Trail, Allegheny National Forest, near Ridgway, beginning at 9 a.m. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Kelly Girls owned the American Hotel, then sold to Michael Fragale Sr. and John Villella, then sold to Albert Tauses Sr. and John Boswell, then sold to Michael Gennocro. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Are you the one who kicked over the flower pots in front of the church last Saturday (19th)? What were you thinking? Apparently, you weren’t thinking of the person who took the time to plant them, or of all the townspeople who have been enjoying them. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s […]
On Wednesday, August 15th, my wife and I traveled to Emporium from our camp in Mix Run to attend mass at St. Mark’s. My wife, our town gardener, remarked to me how beautiful the flowers and pots were along Fourth Street and in front of St. Mark’s. We were extremely disappointed when reading in the […]
The Driftwood Hotel was purchased from the Yahnite family by my dad, Jim Askey, who at that time also owned Jim’s Tavern in Sterling Run and the Sinnemahoning Tavern. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
I just got my weekly issue of the Echo and once again my blood is boiling. That Mr. Walters cannot even put out beautiful flowers on 4th Street and not have them destroyed is the last straw. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Dear Editor: It seems there is a problem with the school board meetings because the room is noisy and people can’t hear the soft spoken board members. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
(1934-2012) James S. Hornung, 78, of 109 W. 5th Street, died Wednesday afternoon (Aug. 22, 2012) at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys, after a very long, courageous fight with cancer and his family by his side.
(1918-2012) Olive Newton Bezik, 94, formerly of Oak Ridge, TN, passed away Thursday (Aug. 23, 2012) in Olathe, Kansas
(1941-2012) Clyde Oliver “Lew” Lewis, 70, of 26 W. Garden St., died at his residence on Wednesday evening (Aug. 22, 2012) after a brief battle with bone cancer.
(1919-202) Lester R. Vallimont, 93, of Punxsutawney, formerly of Emporium, passed away Saturday (Aug. 11, 2012) in the Altoona Regional Health System.
(1925-2012) Lionel P. Minard Jr., 87, of Carol Ave., Seneca Falls, NY, died Saturday (Aug. 25, 2012) at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY.
Still Wandering by Phil Burkhouse Three rebel family members toured their old homelands last week, and since they were into woods walking we did numerous morning and evening hikes. Most of the hikes were in the heads of the Hicks Run and May Hollow drainages with occasional adventures in West Creek, and all areas […]
by William Crisp This has been an interesting week. I love learning new stuff and generally I try to ingest a lot of different materials for fun. Recently, there was a class that said taking bath salt based drugs was bad for you. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s […]
Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. Roe said the agency is scheduling more basic Hunter-Trapper Education (HTE) courses for September and October so all new hunters can complete this mandatory course to be eligible to participate in the upcoming fall hunting seasons. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this […]
PADDLING FOR MEDALS – Local youngsters did themselves proud earlier this month at the U.S. Canoe & Kayak National Championships near Warren on the Allegheny River. From left are Justin Aharrah, Paul Etchepare, Cassie Frey and Tony Olivett. Local paddler Randy Bailey and others guided the quartet of youngsters through demanding National competition format.
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor A new development in the search for fugitive Thomas Smith surfaced Monday when a letter to the editor of the Cameron County Echo, allegedly written by Smith, was left at the newspaper’s South Broad Street office. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron […]
Seeds planted on Cameron County waters bore fruit recently for a group of young paddlers who competed in the U.S. Canoe & Kayak National Championships earlier this month. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)