Museums and historical societies in Pennsylvania have been awarded a total of $2 million for 130 grants, according to Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati (R-25) and Speaker of the House Sam Smith (R-66). Locally, the Cameron County Historical Society received a $2,500 award.
The fourth grade students of Woodland Elementary recently made their annual field trip to Sizerville State Park. The event was coordinated by Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA). After arriving at the park the students were greeted by Jess Bierly, Environmental Interpretive Technician for Sizerville State Park. After welcoming them, she led them […]
Join Sizerville State Park staff to separate myth from fact as we soar into the world of bats. Problems facing bats today as well as batty habits will be discussed. Please meet at the campground amphitheater at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 6. A Beaver Dam Bike Ride will be held Saturday, June 7 at […]
As most of you may know, Cameron County Recreation received a large grant from the George A. and Margaret Mee Charitable Foundation to rebuild the Third Street Playground. The tear down has begun and the rebuilding is still in the beginning stages. Once the fencing and electrical are complete lots of hands will […]
Gasland Part II—a film about natural gas drilling will be presented at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, June 5, at 7 p.m. A few concerned citizens of Cameron County present this free event. Please arrive early for snacks and refreshments. Show will start at 7 p.m. Gasland Part II shows how […]
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center is offering a one day course on basket weaving. Judy Leasure from Smethport will offer two classes. Students sign up for either Friday, June 20 or Saturday, June 21. The classes will start at 9:30 a.m. and finish by 1 p.m.
There will be a meeting of the CCHS Music Boosters on Monday, June 9, at 7 p.m. in the high school band room. This will be a mandatory meeting for anyone going to Hawaii as a chaperon.
The second grade students of Woodland elementary recently visited the Andrews farm. Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) coordinated the event that included fishing, learning about ways everyone can help prevent water pollution and facts about honey bees. They also learned facts about Whitetail deer. Each student had the opportunity to fish the […]
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 12, welcomes back two longtime sponsors offering big prizes! Northwest Savings Bank will give the first person who hits a hole in one on Number 9 at the Emporium Country Club $10,000 in cash! The Emporium Country Club restaurant provides a bird’s eye view of […]
ABATE Endless Mountain and God’s Country Chapters will hold a Benefit Run to benefit Community Hospice on June 7th. Registration is at the Moose Club in Emporium from 10 a.m. to noon, with the Run beginning at 12 p.m. sharp. All street legal vehicles are welcome. Prizes will be awarded and donation is […]
An informational meeting regarding Cameron County Landowner Oil & Gas Interests meeting will be held on Saturday, June 7, at 1 p.m. Meeting will be held at the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association and is open to the public.
The Cameron County Little League will have presale carnival tickets again this year. The carnival is June 16-21. This year tickets are available at Northwest Savings Bank (Sandy Bresslin), the Cameron County Little League field (Beth Newhouse), the Cameron County Courthouse (Staci Brown) and the Chamber office on 4th Street.
Experience the sport of kayaking during the Free Kayak Demo Day at Sinnemahoning State Park. On Saturday, June 7th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Country Squirrel Outfitters, of Ridgway, will have a variety of kayak styles available for use and will provide expert assistance and basic instruction throughout the day.
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor A number of cases involving alcohol and drug-related offenses were prosecuted as part of Return Day proceedings at the Cameron County Courthouse last Tuesday. Jody Louise Wiltrout, age 29, of Route 120 in Emporium, entered a guilty plea to two misdemeanor counts of DUI and one summary […]
The Cameron County Commissioners received three bids for the construction of a new garage on the courthouse property during their regular meeting held Wednesday in Emporium. The bids are for construction of the 24-foot by 30-foot garage. The existing garage was built at the same time as the old jail building that was demolished years […]
Cameron County’s Veterans were honored on Monday as part of Memorial Day celebrations. A parade stepped off at 10 a.m. on Monday morning from the former Fourth Street School, including a number of veterans. Some marched as part of the Memorial Detail or wearing their uniforms proudly, while others rode atop a float […]
Voter turnout was low for Cameron County and many areas during last Tuesday’s Primary Election, with the only contested races being for Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Congressional 5th District Representative on the Democratic ticket. Only 634 of the county’s 2,812 registered voters, or about 22%, turned out to cast their ballots. Numbers are often low […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor Fifteen students in first through sixth grades worked for nearly two months to create a Living Museum which was presented last week in the Woodland Elementary Library. The students chose a character, either from history or modern life, to learn about, then wrote and memorized a speech […]
The Cameron County Family Center, along with the Collaborative Board will once again be sponsoring the annual Children’s Fair for the children of Cameron County. The Fair will be held on June 5th at the Emporium Fire Hall from noon to 3 p.m.
June 7 is National Trail Day, and Nelson Haas will lead hikers on a 6-mile adventure on Brooks Run on that Saturday. Participants can car pool from the Cameron County Chamber at 11 a.m. The hike will begin by noon and participants can park along Ridge Road.
Like flowers? Enjoy leisurely walks through the forest? If yes, the Wildflower Walk program is for you! With spring in the air and summer fast approaching the flowers are in bloom at Sizerville State Park. Join park staff on Saturday, May 31 at 2 p.m. for a guided hike through the park in […]
PennDOT is alerting drivers to potential delays along Route 46 in Cameron County, near the McKean County line. Crews started work on May 27 to excavate existing roadway on a northern section of Route 46 in Shippen Township. Through mid-June, the roadway will be reconstructed and new guiderail will be installed.
The Barbara Moscato Brown Library lists their first quarter memorials. The following book was donated by Tiffany L. Simar and dedicated to Her Great Great Aunt Helen Louise Giles: Undercover Lovers (The Tuxedo Affair) by Tiffany L. Simar
The Elk County Council on the Arts in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts is pleased to announce the availablity of grant funds through the Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) Project Stream. PPA Project Stream provides funding for individuals and not-for profit organizations in the form of grants for arts […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor At a recent band festival, a musical number composed by a Cameron County School District employee was performed by students. Cameron County High School (CCHS) Band Director Daniel Sensenig served as Guest Conductor for the IU#9 Band Festival held in April at Elk County Catholic High School, […]
Two individuals were arrested following an incident that began on the grounds of the Cameron County School District (CCSD) and ended on Emporium’s East End. Jacob Andrew Moate, age 26, and Veronica Ann Moate, age 51, have each been charged with Resisting Arrest and related charges for the mid-day disruption, which saw Veronica […]
The Cameron County Commissioners received three Act 14 Notifications for projects in Shippen Township for oil and gas industry-related activities. A notification was received from engineering firm Kleinfelder, Inc. of Cranberry on behalf of Seneca Resources pertaining to the CRV Pad C08-X. The CRV Pad will be located near Cooks Run in the northwestern portion […]
Penn Highlands Elk, formerly Elk Regional Health Center, welcomes Dr. Alexander Batchev, obstetrician and gynecologist, to its medical staff, according to hospital president Rose Campbell. Batchev, formerly of Bradford, offers a full range of gynecological and obstetrics services for every stage of a woman’s life.
The North Central Whitetails Branch of Quality Deer Management is sponsoring a concealed firearm permit class. The class will be taught by Concealed Carry USA. The event will take place on May 17th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Emporium Firehall, 421 North Broad St.
Please be aware that work has begun at the Third Street Playground. Equipment will be torn out and fencing will be down, which makes it very dangerous for young children.
Three organizations in Cameron County will be honored at an upcoming PA Wilds Awards Banquet for their contributions in sustainable tourism development. Each year, the PA Wilds Planning Team gives out a small number of “Champions of the Pennsylvania Wilds” awards to recognize outstanding efforts by local partners.
Ron Luckenbill introduced his guest speaker, Ken Burkett, Executive Director of Jefferson County History Center and Carnegie Museum Field Associate, at the recent Rotary meeting.
Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) recently coordinated a day at the Andrews farm with Mrs. Schwabenbauer’s Life Skills Class. Helping to assure all went well with the day’s events were six students from Cameron County High School Outdoor Club.
by Ray Savel The officers and directors of the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association (SSA) held their regular monthly meeting April 28th. Linda Burrows reported total membership for 2014 is 4,165; SSA is shooting for 5,000 members. Ray Savel reported that 20 apple trees were pruned on March 29 at Forty Maples along the Stevenson […]
Registration is now open for the Women In The Wilds Weekend at Sinnemahoning State Park. Friday, June 27 to Sunday, June 29, Sinnemahoning State Park is offering a weekend filled with opportunities for women to learn new outdoor skills.
This week’s special at Country Blessings is all men’s shorts and shirts just $2.00 each. Come on in and check out our new spring clothing. Stop by Country Blessings, 240 E. 4th Street, for gently used clothing and household items.
Downtown Emporium will bloom because of the hard work of the Emporium Garden Club. On Saturday, May 17, Emporium Garden Club members will meet at the mini-park and plant containers, window boxes and conduct a highway cleanup along Route 120.
The annual Gibson Township Memorial Day party will be held on May 24th beginning at 4 p.m. at the township municipal building. Please bring a dish to pass and your lawn chair. Music by the Down County Boys.
Emporium First United Methodist Church summer lunch program will be held each Thursday beginning June 19 and ending August 14. Pre-packaged lunches will be delivered to neighborhood playgrounds. Lunch in the Wilds program is free and available to all children pre-k thru grade 6.
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor The Pennsylvania State Senior League Baseball Tournament will no longer be held in Emporium, according to organizers with the Cameron County Little League (CCLL) organization. Cameron County’s Board of Trustees decided not to renew the agreement to host the state tournament beginning this year, citing monetary concerns […]
The Emporium Water Company has filed with the Pennsylvania Utilities Commission (PUC) for a rate increase “to meet increased operating expenses and costs of service,” according to a release sent by the company.
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor Members of Emporium’s Borough Council pledged to take a tougher stance on ordinance violations, citing resident concerns and law enforcement issues as motivators for the change in their traditional stance.
A water withdrawal operation near the intersection of Second and Maple streets in the Borough of Emporium has ended for the time being, according to Borough Manager Don Reed. Reed stated that Keystone Clearwater Solutions of Hershey had signed a 60-day contract with the borough for water withdrawal from a location on Caldwell […]
Improvements continue on the West Creek Rail-Trail, running from St. Marys to Emporium’s East End. Currently, the section from Howard Siding to the caboose and Welcome Center in Emporium is being surfaced, which will result in a 10-foot-wide cart path. Some improvements have been completed at the Black Bridge, the old railroad bridge crossing the […]
Following are the Cameron County secured real estate transactions for April. Robert J. Kantner conveyed property in Emporium Borough to Robert J. Kantner for $1.00.
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation (“National Fuel”) has submitted to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (“PUC”) a quarterly adjustment to gas supply charges, which became effective May 1, 2014, for its Pennsylvania customers. This 7.3 percent increase will raise the monthly bill of a typical residential customer using ninety-thousand cubic feet of gas […]
Are invasive weeds such as multiflora rose and mile-a-minute vine invading your property? Are these unwanted shrubs and vines decreasing the value of your land and interfering with hunting, fishing, or other outdoor activities? Arm yourself with the knowledge you need to protect your property from these invaders!
Men, have you noticed this sign just West of the Emporium Country Club? Ever wondered what it is for and what goes on there? Then why not come and see? We are The Emporium Men’s Club and we are looking for a few good men! No age requirement! We are simply wondering if […]
The EHS/CCHS Alumni needs help setting up for the annual banquet on the Friday, May 23 at noon. If you could spare us a few hours it would really be appreciated.
The Cameron County High School Music Department cordially invites you to its annual Spring Concert on Thursday, May 16th. The concert starts at 7 p.m. in the CCHS Auditorium and features the Cameron County Junior and Senior Concert bands.
The Emporium Senior Center provides daily lunches for 15 -30 people, on average, Monday through Friday except for holidays. The Center has a seating capacity of 40 – 50 people so we welcome any others who might like to join us.The only requirements are, you must be 60 years of age and a […]
What a long winter it seems to have been. The residents are looking forward to warmer temperatures and some outdoor activities. This week, we will be celebrating National Nurses Week. The week will end on May 12, which is the celebration of Florence Nightingale’s birthday. The theme for this year’s event is “Nurses, Leading the […]
Nature at Night: Spring Peeper Walk will be held at the Sinnemahoning State Park 40 Maples Day Use Area on Saturday, May 10 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Spring peepers are tiny little frogs that usher in springtime with their mysterious, swampy chorus. Learn more about these important wetland creatures and search for them […]
Students in grades K-6 spent an exciting day with Peter Catalanotto. This was Mr. Catalanotto’s third visit to Woodland Elementary. Students in grades K-3 were given some illustrating tips and story writing ideas. Fourth, fifth and sixth grade students learned strategies for informational writing and some interesting facts about a teacher in each grade! […]
The Sinnemahone 50k will be held on Saturday, October 18. The race marks its second year after a successful inaugural race in 2013 that saw 70 participants from across the United States and Canada. This month the organizers voted to make donations using a portion of the proceeds from the race to groups […]
The Community Nurses will be holding a sign-up night for the Safe Sitter program on Thursday, May 15 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at their St. Marys office in the 757 building located behind Pinecrest Manor on the campus of Penn Highlands Elk. This year classes will be held at the Faith […]
Thirty volunteers were recognized at the 2014 Community Nurses Hospice Volunteer Recognition Dinner at The Red Fern for their years of service and contributions to the agency. Hospice volunteers provide services for hospice patients and their families in the home setting, in assisted living facilities, and in nursing homes.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce is coordinating an adhoc committee of business owners in the community. “This will put all the retail and restaurant owners in one room to discuss issues, share solutions and learn what products are available,” explains chamber executive director, Tina Johns Solak.
The annual Fiesta Mexicana will be held on Thursday, May 15th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the High School cafeteria. Cost is $6.00 single or $20 family for all you can eat and drink: Tacos, Pico de Gallo, Frijoles, Sincronizadas, Desserts and Punch.
Army Pvt. Taylor J. Saline has graduated from One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo., which included basic military training and advanced individual training (AIT).
Bed Bugs A Growing Concern In Area by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor A case of Bed Bugs was recently confirmed at Woodland Elementary, but so far the insects have not spread, according to school officials. Parents should take precautions by contacting pest control teams to help eradicate this issue. Going to https://www.adamspestcontrol.com/ could prove […]
Two individuals were sentenced for alpha-PVP-related charges during Return Day proceedings held in front of Judge Richard Masson last week in Emporium. Jessica Lynn Grovanz, age 29, of Emporium, entered a guilty plea to one count of Driving Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance stemming from an incident that occurred on September […]
A generous grant from the George A. and Margaret Mee Foundation will be used to improve an Emporium playground. The Third Street Playground, which has fallen into disrepair in recent years, will have an additional $80,656.40 to continue with renovations to the park. New equipment will be purchased, along with repairs and lighting […]
A former Cameron County resident will be re-tried on multiple charges stemming from an incident alleged to have occurred in 2005, Joseph William Chapman, age 30, a previous resident of both Coudersport and Emporium, was charged with Deviate Involuntary Sexual Intercourse, Endangering the Welfare of Children and Statutory Sexual Assault.
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor A new store has opened carrying a number of specialty items in downtown Emporium. Jimmer’s Bargain Items, located on East Fourth Street in the storefront formerly occupied by Wheaton’s Gun Supply and Mountain Laurel Federal Credit Union, is owned and operated by Jim Quinn and Jennifer Gordon. […]
Cameron County Drama will be presenting Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “OKLAHOMA” on Friday, April 25th & Saturday 26th at Cameron County High School Auditorium. Ticket Prices: Adults: $7.00 Students:/Seniors: $5.00 Set in Oklahoma Territory outside the town of Claremore in 1906, it tells the story of cowboy Curly McLain and his romance with farm girl Laurey […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor Residents are beginning to see signs of a resurgence of the gas and oil industry in north central Pennsylvania, with a number of projects beginning in Cameron County with the advent of spring. Commissioners have received notice of several pipeline projects. Most of these involve the construction […]
Plans for the upcoming Judicial Tax Sale have been finalized following a hearing in front of Judge Richard Masson. Commissioners announced at their recent meeting that the sale date has been set for 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 28 at the Cameron County Courthouse.
The newest unemployment numbers have been released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and indicate that the employment picture in north central Pennsylvania and the rest of the nation continues to improve, albeit more slowly than in previous months. Across the United States, the unemployment rate remained stagnant between February and March at […]
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting cleanup day this Saturday, April 26, starting at 8 a.m. Anyone willing to take a few hours to clean up the town can call the chamber to register. Help is needed cleaning the windows of vacant store fronts, and the planting areas including the entrance […]