Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Mike Stack visited northcentral Pennsylvania this week to speak with local officials and residents and visit attractions. Stack took part in a presentation and roundtable discussion led by members of the Potter County Veterans’ Service Committee and veterans service representatives from Cameron, McKean and Potter counties on Thursday morning in […]
The results of the 2017 Sinnemahoning Snake Hunt are in, with nearly 60 snakes turned in throughout the weekend event held at the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Club. The event is hosted by the sportsmen’s club and the Keystone Reptile Club, which facilitates several such hunts throughout the state annually. Of those, Sinnemahoning typically boasts […]
The Emporium Rotary Club awarded five scholarships to CCHS Seniors during their luncheon meeting June 6th. Katrina Conner, received the Technical Scholarship of $1,000. Katrina is the daughter of Ann and Chuck Conner and will be attending the Clearfield County Career & Technology Center in the LPN program. Madison Harrier received a one-time […]
Cameron County High School announces its 4th Nine Weeks Honor Roll: High Honors Grade 12: Autumn Abriatis, Corrine Burnside, Desirae Fledderman, Kendyl Guisto, Madisen Guisto, Madison Harrier, Kassidy McLaughlin Grade 11: Shannon Lee Crisp, Tess Dubler Grade 10: Kamme Guisto, Sally Holjencin Grade 9: Jacob Cook, Cameron Harrier Grade 8: Caden Beldin, Megan […]
Rotarian Kim Jones introduced District Attorney Jeanne Rees Miglicio (left) as the guest speaker at the Rotary luncheon June 6th. Attorney Miglicio grew up and attended school in Emporium through 10th grade, after which her family moved to Austin, where she graduated from Austin High School. In 1992, she moved back to Emporium […]
The Allegheny Mountain Chapter Nam Knights of America is sponsoring a Dice Run June 24th, which will benefit Juvenile Diabetes. Entry fee for the ride is a donation; there is no set price. Please make a difference in a child’s life and donate. The ride will start at the Emporium Moose Lodge #368. […]
Come join everyone at Sizerville State Park as we explore the outdoors and the critters that call the park home! The following programs will be offered this weekend: Friday, June 16th 8 p.m. “Jewels Among the Flowers” Come to the Campground Amphitheater to learn about one of nature’s fastest fliers, the hummingbird. […]
The annual Used Book Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the Library, will take place very soon. All funds from the sale benefit the Barbara Moscato Brown Public Library. The sale will be held on June 28 through July 1 during library hours in the conference room to the rear of the library. […]
It’s that time again to rev up the St. Marys/Emporium Community Band. This has always been a lot of fun in the past and everyone is looking forward to another great season. This year rehearsals will be on Tuesday/Thursday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. with ALL rehearsals occurring at the St. […]
Citizens & Northern Bank team members throughout their footprint in New York and Pennsylvania participated in the annual “Teach Children to Save” initiative sponsored by the American Bankers Association Education Foundation. Classroom presentations and bank visits were held throughout April and May, with over 1,000 students in 22 local schools and organizations participating. Since 2008, […]
Miss Sydnee Shupe will represent Austin Area Junior-Senior High School and her community as a Pennsylvania Laurel Queen candidate in the 76th Annual Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival celebration now through Sunday, June 18. A daughter of Jessica Woodard-Scott of Coudersport and Troy Shupe of Emporium, she will be a senior at her high […]
I don’t understand what a handful of residents on Portage Street have against a family trying to make a living out of a new small business. It’s too bad they didn’t live on Second Street when Cameron Manufacturing and Sylvania were booming.
Derek Rieder and Tristan Reed of Cameron County will represent the Allegheny Mountain League all-stars when they square off against the Keystone Shortway Athletic Conference all-stars in the second annual Frank Varischetti All-Star game in Brockway June 30. Kane head coach Todd Silfies will lead the AML squad and Clarion Bobcats head coach […]
with Rich Summers At work on Thursday Steve Brown showed me some photos of graffiti that was written in red paint on several doors at the Cameron County Little League concession stand. There were three words painted by the vandals, and predictably, two were misspelled. Mafia is not spelled Mofia and I really […]
May 29th Catch-up for Moose: Starting pitcher for Moose was Julien Bolin with 11 strikeouts. Josh Beer came on in relief with 1 strikeout. Julien Bolin had a single and triple, Ian Bolin had 2 singles, and Clayton Geist had a single. Julien Bolin was game MVP. May 31 Catch-up K of C: […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County GKN Senior League girl’s softball team had two games last week and won both easily. They defeated East Smethport at home on Tuesday and then won at Derrick City on Thursday. Last Tuesday GKN took on East Smethport and won 19-4 in five innings. […]
by William Crisp We just celebrated the opening day of snake season and bass season; my twenty second such adventure of overseeing the magical second Saturday in June in a row. Before that there were such weekends that I partook more so than just observed and as I ventured through the forest and […]
Duck Wars by Phil Burkhouse I never believed it would happen to me, but as I progress through the journey of life the time has come that I now understand more clearly the views expressed to me by some of the elder hunters I crossed paths with during my younger years. I vividly […]
Cameron County High School proudly announces that Madison Harrier and Madisen Guisto have earned the titles of Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the Class of 2017, respectively. Madison Anna Harrier, Valedictorian, is the daughter of Sheri Larson and Rich Harrier. She has participated in basketball, golf and student council and is a member of […]
Fallen veterans were remembered with a parade and ceremony in honor of Memorial Day in Emporium on Monday. The Cameron County Memorial Detail led the parade, which featured a number of local veterans riding a float, Cameron County Little League baseball, softball, minor league, and t-ball teams, the Cameron County High School (CCHS) […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor A loop trail has been created in Emporium as part of the WalkWorks program to promote healthy lifestyles and activities. The Cameron County Chamber of Commerce and Emporium Borough worked with the Pennsylvania Department of Health and the University of Pittsburgh to create a 1.67-mile walking loop […]
Resolution 2017-6, which resolves a tax assessment appeal with Teutech, was approved by Cameron County Commissioners during their regular meeting held Thursday afternoon. The Teutech Tax Assessment appeal sought to lower the property value of the light industrial facility located at 227 Barton Street in Emporium, and was filed in November of 2015. […]
The Cameron County Children’s Fair is coming to the Emporium Firehall on Thursday, June 1st from noon to 3 p.m. Bring the kids and enjoy balloon creations by Bubbles the Clown; face painting; games; ice cream; popcorn; drinks; hot dogs; prizes; and lots of free stuff from vendors. There will be giveaways for […]
The 63rd Annual Drum and Henry Fishing Derby will be held this weekend, on Sunday, June 1, at the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club on Sizer Run Road. The Drum and Henry Fishing Derby got its start in 1954, organized by businessmen Norm Drum and Ed Henry. The event was originally held at […]
The Cameron County Community Pool will open on Monday, June 5th. Advance tickets may be purchased in the High School Principal’s Office beginning Monday, May 22 through June 2. Each ticket price will increase $2.00 beginning June 5.
Sixty-four High School teams representing their counties and their schools in Pennsylvania participated at the annual Pennsylvania Envirothon in central Pennsylvania for two days on May 23 and May 24. The team for Cameron County High School was sponsored by Cameron County Conservation District and consisted of Ariel Farren, Eliza Farabaugh, Justin Bush […]
An Art Week event is being sponsored by Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services (ADAS) from June 5 through June 9. Classes will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Memorial Hall and will feature local artists and specialists as teachers. On Monday, June 5, a jewelry-making class will be taught by […]
Emporium Senior Center has the following programs and activities planned in the coming weeks. All are welcome to attend. Wednesday, June 7th – ELK Program at 9 a.m. A speaker will be coming from the Elk Visitor’s Center and is even planning to bring elk antlers and other props to look at. Sounds like a […]
Bicycle racks have been installed in downtown Emporium. Cameron County Chamber of Commerce, Emporium Borough and Cameron County School District joined forces in the project. Two racks donated for the project needed to be retrofitted for installation. Cameron County High School students Michael Clingan, Ebon Jackson, Josh Lane and Ryan Chilcote, under […]
Come join everyone at Sizerville State Park as we explore the outdoors and the critters that call the park home! The following programs will be offered this weekend: Friday, June 2nd 3 p.m. “Stream Stomp” Are you looking for a fun- filled adventure to celebrate the first weekend of June? Come with […]
Time is ticking and Emporium Senior Center’s Indoor (Rain or Shine) Yard Sale is almost here. The center is still receiving donations, which can be dropped off at the center Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Drop off your unwanted items, giving them opportunity to become someone else’s treasures. The […]
The Bucktail Rod and Gun Club pond will remain open after the Drum and Henry fishing derby until June 11th for youth fishing. This year the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club is inviting families to attend June 10 and June 11 for additional fishing opportunities. The Clubhouse will be open from 11 a.m. […]
The VFW Auxiliary will be having their picnic dinner on Wednesday, June 14 at 5:30 p.m. Hot dogs and burgers will be provided; please bring a dish to pass.
Adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one are invited to the Bereavement Support Group meeting on Thursday, June 1 at 6 p.m. at the Penn Highlands Community Nurses St. Marys office located on the campus of Penn Highlands – Elk.
Attention Class of 1968: There will be an organizational meeting for the 50th class reunion on Tuesday, June 13th at 10:30 a.m. at the Cabin Kitchen.
(1921-2017) Mary Esther Tucker, 96, of Guy and Mary Felt Manor, formerly of Woodland Ave., and Portage, died at the Manor on Thursday night (May 25, 2017).
(1952-2017) Roger T. Knisely, 64, of Driftwood, died on Tuesday (May 16, 2017) at the Ridgeview Eldercare Rehabilitation Center in Curwensville.
(1936-2017) Stephen H. Gee, 80, of Clear Creek Road, died Thursday (May 25, 2017) in his home.
(1932-2017) Maxine M. George, 84, of 40 W. 5th St., died Monday morning (May 29, 2017) at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys.
Thomas Lee Pearson, 79, of Orlando, Florida, passed away on the morning of (May 18, 2017) in the Orlando Regional Medical Center with his two children, Nancy Brodie of Altamonte Springs, Florida and Thomas Pearson of Presque Isle, Maine by his side.
When I left Emporium 10 years ago I remembered to take the Echo with me and it lets me know what’s going on back home. Two weeks ago, when the time came to read the news, I could never believe what it said; now, after all these years I could attend the “Alumni […]
For Down Syndrome Alex Umble, a member of the class of 2018, is hosting a 5k Run/2 mile Walk along with a Buddy Walk to raise awareness for Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder in which one has an extra copy of the 21st chromosome. “I lost a brother and have […]
with Rich Summers It was a disappointing ending last week to the Lady Red Raider softball season and to be certain, Coach Ralph McKimm’s squad played nervously in their loss. But it is only a step in the development of a good team. Last year they snuck into the post season and were […]
Friday, May 26 K of C beat Moose, 23-14. Grady Gribble was the winning pitcher. Maddox Baughman had a single and a double, Enzo Magaro and Ben Williams had singles, and Ezra Zoschg had a double. Jake Narby was the starting pitcher for Moose and had 3 strikeouts. Cayden Trumpie came in on […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Lady Red Raider varsity softball team hosted the Clarion Lady Cats last Wednesday in the opening round of the District 9 Class A Championship Tournament but were ousted by the visitors, 12-0. The sixth seeded Lady Cats from the Keystone Shortway Athletic […]
Aliyah’s Hunt of a Lifetime by Phil Burkhouse On Saturday, May 6th, the Cameron County Long Beards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey federation held their 10th Annual Hunting Heritage Banquet. There are a myriad of fundraising banquets organized by focus groups to support a variety of different wildlife species. In our area […]
by William Crisp I’ve finally made it. I have achieved a lifelong milestone that has been a personal goal since I was a young boy. It wasn’t easy and it took years of hard work, scratching and saving but I’ve finally hit the pinnacle of my own perception of manhood. Yes, by now […]
by Nelson Haas CINNAMON FERN – Osmundastrum cinnamomeum A large fern of wet woodlands is in full “bloom” now. The fertile, spore-producing leaf stalks in the center of the plant are a rich, cinnamon-colored brown. They grow from a dense, dark, wiry root ball called osmunda fiber which is used by horticulturists to […]
MAY CROWNING – St. Mark Catholic Church celebrated May Crowning in Honor of Mary, Queen of Heaven last Sunday. Shown in the front row is the Junior May Court, Cooper Richardson, Jacob Kolby, Isaac Grovanz and Corryn Pearsall. Back row: May Queen attendants, Eric Morton and Bobbi Fragale, Julia Aikens, Sophia Fragale, May Queen escort, […]
Emporium Borough Mayor Bruno Carnovale and current Borough Council President Luann Reed were both honored at a recent meeting of the Pennsylvania Borough Association for their service to the community. Carnovale has served as a borough official for more than 50 years, first as a council person for 18 years, then as Civil […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor A new opportunity to introduce area youth to the sport of golf has been launched at the Emporium Country Club (ECC) and will kick-off this Thursday evening. Beginning Thursday, May 18, children ages eight and up will be welcomed to ECC beginning at 5:30 p.m. to give golf a […]
The Cameron County School District (CCSD) has organized an additional ceremony for graduating seniors to ensure recognition goes to seniors receiving awards, and the organizations presenting them. Dr. Keith Wolfe suggested the move to provide an additional opportunity for honoring graduating seniors and community members who provide opportunities for continuing education. Traditional Baccalaureate, […]
Cameron County’s unemployment rate was calculated at 7.1% for the month of February as it continued to hover between 6.5% and 8.5% over the past few months. The Pennsylvania rate for the same time period was calculated at 5.0%, down slightly from previous months. State numbers are also in for March, showing the […]
The Cameron County BAGUBA Club recently hosted a Bald & Fat Classic wrestling tournament that will be planned as an annual event to raise money for local wrestlers. The BAGUBA—Brutally Aggressive Guys Uninhibited by Adversity—Club supports wrestling at the Junior Olympics wrestling level for elementary-aged students, and some activities for the Cameron County […]
The Cameron County Food Pantry will hold a distribution for people determined eligible on Wednesday, May 24, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the building located behind the Northern Tier Community Action offices at 135 West Fourth Street in Emporium.
The Driftwood Senior Center is happy to hold a State Police Meet & Greet for the community. Wednesday, May 24th, Trooper Wooster from the Emporium State Police Barracks will be at the Driftwood Senior Center from appoximately 10 a.m. until noon. Come and meet Trooper Wooster and enjoy some informative conversation. If […]
The CCHS Drama Boosters are holding a spring fundraising event. Students who are a part of the drama program are taking orders for Jeff’s Jams and Salsa. These popular products are available in many different varieties of jams and salsa. Each product comes in a pint jar and costs $6.00. Orders will be […]
The Allegheny Mountain Chapter, Nam Knights of America MC is sponsoring a raffle to support the restoration of the WW I Memorial in Emporium. The raffle prize package consists of 10 Yeti items and cost is $5.00 for one or three for $10. One hundred percent of the money goes to the restoration […]
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 194 will be holding its regular monthly meeting on Monday, May 22 in the back room of the VFW. Officer nominations for the 2017-2018 year will be held.
The Emporium Senior Center had an ice cream social to honor all of their amazing volunteers. The volunteers who were able to attend seemed to have a great afternoon filled with ice cream sundaes, good conversation, and laughter. Each volunteer was presented with a certificate and a small token of thanks. According to […]
Country Blessings has expanded to include a wedding room which contains bridal gowns and all other clothing for weddings and special occasions. Please stop in and let them bless you for your special day.
Members of the Austin Volunteer Fire Company will be holding a spaghetti dinner on Sunday, May 21, at the Austin Fire Station. Serving begins at 3 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Rob Freer, who is a lifelong resident of Austin and a life member of the Department. Rob has served in many […]
The Cameron County Bucktail Rod and Gun Club will hold a spaghetti dinner and gun shoot on May 20 at the Club at Sizer Run from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This dinner is free to present members. If the member brings a guest they are requesting a small donation for that guest. […]
Alex Umble, a member of the class of 2018, is hosting a 5k Run/2 mile Walk along with a Buddy Walk to raise awareness for Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder in which one has an extra copy of the 21st chromosome. “I lost a brother and have a cousin, Levi, […]
A memorial concert in honor of Gladys Shultz will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 21 at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church on Fourth Street in Emporium. The concert is a celebration of Schultz’s many years as a musician in Elk and Cameron counties. She was the organist and pianist at the […]
Mountain Lines by Nelson Haas FIELD ANTS On a recent turkey hunt, I sat next to an old stump. Petals from Choke Cherry trees were falling like snow from an adjacent clear-cut. Next to me in the leaf litter I noticed a small ant carrying one of the petals. I’ve often seen leaf-cutter ants […]
by William Crisp I’m transmitting from deep in the forest, disguised as a moonshine runner. I’ve changed my name and have shacked up with other like-minded pretend miscreants. Muddy is hanging from a tree, waiting for turkeys to land on a nearby limb where he can talk them into letting him shoot one. […]
Papalio Continued by Phil Burkhouse This week I will conclude the story about the elusive Prohibition bootlegger Joseph Papalio, the murder of Charles Ludwig, and the prosecution of corrupt sheriff Bucky Norris and Joseph Papalio. As stated last week Papalio took leave from the Cameron County Jail, with the help of Sheriff Norris, […]
Good morning Kent: I read the Echo and also your popular column and after reading about the Whistling Plumber’s motorcycle, I started to think about the “Good Ole’ Days.” I just talked to Inez Jordan, his daughter, about who bought the motorcycle! My brother, Bob graduated in 1945 and was drafted. His friend was […]