The Cameron County Conservation District, CCOYA and Sinnemahoning State Park and the Department of Environmental Protection recently offered a PA Game Commission created “Growing Up WILD” workshop for environmental educators. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library is once again sponsoring the Summer Reading Club. This year’s theme, “DIG INTO READING,” is all about the wonders under our feet – root vegetables, buried treasures, dinosaur bones, evidence of ancient civilizations and, of course, all the little critters who live under our feet! (Full Story […]
The annual Used Book Sale is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The sale will be held on July 2, 3, 5, 6 during library hours in the conference room. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
For the 8th year in a row, the Cameron County Christian Center hosted a dinner for the carnival workers. Each year the carnival comes to Emporium to provide a summer diversion for the residents of Cameron County. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The American Red Cross Blood Drive was held at the Emporium VFW Club Rooms on Thursday, June 13, with 56 productive donations. Sixty-six donors were presented, but six of them were deferrals and three donations were not successful. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Weekend in the Wilds includes activities for all ages including preschoolers and wine connoisseurs. This year the Wine Walk in the Wilds will be held Saturday, July 6 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Come try different types of wine from wineries in the PA Wilds. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in […]
“The Many Loves of Little Flora,” a Petite Standard flower show, will be held July 5 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and July 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce, 34 E. 4th Street. (Full Story available on the newsstands, […]
Forty-two years and counting! Ken Ostrum has written a history of the Emporium Senior Center, in operation since 1971. Do you know who, how, where and why the Center was formed? Did you know a murder occurred in the Center building? (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Federal prosecutors have filed an altered indictment against Emporium man Thomas Edward Smith. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Cameron County Commissioner Jim Thomas was taken to Hamot Medical Center in Erie over the weekend after suffering an apparent heart attack. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Amanda Jones Cameron County Echo At their June regular meeting held Thursday evening, board members voted to adopt the final General Fund Budget for fiscal year 2013-2014 for the Cameron County School District. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Licensed hunters in the recent Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Association snake hunt registered nearly 40 captured reptiles. The annual event is conducted by SSA and regulated by the Keystone Reptile Association. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
by Bruce Whitman Echo News Editor Cameron County is slated to receive $226,411 in the state’s second round of gas impact fee distributions. Of this amount, $97,508.10 will go directly to the county and the remainder will be provided to other municipalities. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Weekend in the Wilds, Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6, will be the largest yet according to organizers. Entertainment begins Friday night and continues through all day Saturday in Emporium, then travels to the Cameron County High School football field. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The West Creek Rails to Trails project linking St. Marys and Emporium is rolling along. This month members of the St. Marys Snowmobile Association and volunteers from Emporium have been rebuilding the Black Bridge at the entrance of Emporium. The old decking has been removed and the crews are in the process of […]
The Bucktail Rod and Gun Club is offering handgun training classes at the club grounds. Classes will provide information on gun selection, various types of guns, importance and types of ammunition, safe gun handling practices and proficiency at the range. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Cameron County Conservation District is offering a chance to make a 30 gallon Rain Barrel and learn about Rain Gardens, Wednesday, June 26 at the Sinnemahoning Wildlife Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at a cost of $10.00. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
On June 24th at 11 a.m., the Emporium Senior Center will be hosting a presentation by the Area Transportation Authority on services they offer in this area. (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)
Check out these programs happening this weekend at Sizerville State Park. Friday, June 21st at 2 p.m. – Animal Tracks – Cast your own animal track and learn about bird and mammal tracks and traces during this program for children at the Environmental Building. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County […]
The Emporium Garden Club has cancelled their meeting scheduled for June 24th. Be watching for more details concerning the upcoming flower show to be held on July 5 and 6 in conjunction with Weekend in the Wilds. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Cameron County Christian Center, a ministry of the Free Methodist Church of Emporium, is pleased to announce that Sherri Pifer was ordained as an Elder, June 2nd, at the 115th sitting of the Annual Keystone Conference of the Free Methodist Church of North America. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s […]
This has been an exciting first week for the new Prospect Park Playground. Alyssa Hunter, PSU graduate in Health and Physical Education, came on board as our playground supervisor. What a wonderful addition to Prospect Park and we are ALL so excited for the organized fitness games and sports that she will coordinate […]
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 […]
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 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)
The 4th Annual Benefit Run for Community Nurses Hospice sponsored by ABATE Endless Mountain and God’s Country Chapters will be held on Saturday, June 1. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
The Cameron County Conservation District is offering a workshop on the benefits of RAIN! (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Gibson Twp. To Host Memorial Day Picnic It has become a tradition for the Down County communities of Driftwood Borough, Gibson and Grove townships to work together in celebrating summer season holidays. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Fifteen students signed up for an elective course concerning U.S. Wars taught by Mr. Tom Glosek. The subject recently was the Korean War. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Gibson Township spring cleanup will be held on Saturday, May 25, from 8 a.m. until noon. No tires please. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)
Olkosky-Jessop American Legion Post 194 and Auxiliary will have their annual Poppy Day on Friday, May 24th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at various locations throughout town. (Full Story available on the newsstands, in this week’s Cameron County Echo)