by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor Groundbreaking for new medical facilities at the Keystone Rural Health Consortia (KRHC) location in Emporium was held Thursday. Hallstrom Construction, of DuBois, will serve as general contractor on the $650,000 project, which is being funded through a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) loan. KTH Architecture of […]
The annual Salt Run Youth Fish Fest held this past Saturday at Andrews Farm in Shippen Township was a success, according to organizers. “Both the weather and fish cooperated this year with sunny skies and mild temperatures,” said Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) Director Don Bickford. “This has turned into a great […]
Roadwork in the Wykoff Run area progressed far enough for the detour to be ended and travelers to return to the area just ahead of fishing season. Wykoff Run Road (Route 2001) in Gibson Township had been closed for several weeks prior to opening day of fishing season to facilitate work on a […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor The annual Spring Clean-Up will be held at the Shippen Township building from 8 a.m. until noon on Saturday, April 22. Residents of Lumber, Portage and Shippen townships whose refuse bills are paid-in-full are permitted to bring truckloads of household waste to the township for disposal for […]
Bobbi Fragale was inducted into the National Honor Society at Elk County Catholic High School. To be eligible for the National Honor Society, students must maintain a 93 grade point average for five consecutive semesters. Inductees also had to meet specific criteria related to leadership, service and character. Bobbi is a junior at […]
Let the magic of nature engulf you in an enchanting workshop. On Saturday, April 22, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Sinnemahoning State Park is offering a Fairy Garden Workshop. Enjoy fairy folklore while creating a miniature world to take home. Participants will be guided with step-by-step instructions and provided with a variety of natural […]
Country Blessings’ new hours are: Open noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon, based on availability – look for flag. Every last Saturday of the month all is free in the hallway of Country Attic – upstairs from Country Blessings. Located in the Cameron County Christian Center […]
Patricia Greene from Emporium was named to the Dean’s List for the winter term at South Hills School of Business & Technology in State College. A graduate of Edinboro University she is a student in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Professional Plus program designed for students who have a Bachelor’s degree in a related […]
The post prom committee is still preparing for the post prom to be held May 6th. Monetary and gift certificates are still being accepted. All proceeds provide those who attend with food and prizes to be won throughout the event. Any questions, please contact Kris Umble, 486-3745.
Mark your calendars! The Cameron County High School Drama Boosters invite you to attend “Follow the Yellow Brick Road,” an event where you can meet the cast of the upcoming presentation of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” Bring your cameras and take pictures as your children interact with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, […]
The Emporium Office of Northwest Bank is gearing up for Community Banking Week in April. The office will observe this year’s theme, Grow your Community, with special events and activities during the week of April 24. “We’d like to thank our customers and community for their continued support. We’re proud to call Emporium […]
‘Mark Twain’ as told by storyteller Charles Kiernan, will be presented at the Emporium Firehall on Saturday, April 29 at 3 p.m. Storyteller Charles Kiernan, now retired, performs at theatres, schools, libraries, and arts festivals. The intent of the show is to give the audience a bit of Twain’s biography, his humor and […]
Brandi Magaro will visit the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library as part of a very special reading event on Monday, April 24, at 11 a.m. The featured story read by Magaro will be Daniel Finds a Poem, which is written and illustrated by Micha Archer. Daniel Finds a Poem is this year’s book […]
Cameron County High School announces its 3rd Nine Weeks Honor Roll: High Honors Grade 12: Desirae Fledderman, Kendyl Guisto, Madisen Guisto, Madison Harrier Grade 11: Tess Dubler Grade 10: Kamme Guisto, Sally Holjencin, Laila Smith Grade 9: Cameron Harrier Grade 8: Caden Beldin, Megan Gordon Grade 7: Mikenna Farabaugh, Natalie Zucal Honors Grade […]
Dear Sir: My name is William Cox Sr. I was born in Emporium in 1924. My parents’ names were Charles and Rose Prime Cox and they lived at 311 West 5th St. until 1957. I get the Cameron County Echo from Senator Joe Scarnati. He is a real good friend of mine.
Dear Kent: I could never whistle and chew gum at the same time. After a lot of practice I gave up. I do remember the “Whistling Plumber”; everyone in Emporium knew him. His last name was Mitchell, first name maybe Lloyd, not sure.
(1924-2017) Byron H. Horning Jr., 92, of 210 E. Allegany Ave., died Tuesday afternoon (April 11, 2017) at Guy and Mary Felt Manor, following a brief illness.
(1950-2017) Wayne D. Pearsall, 66, of Lock Haven, passed away Friday (April 14, 2017) at Lock Haven Hospital.
(1934-2017) Alla E. Bergstrom, 83, of 303 S. Walnut Street, died Wednesday morning (April 12, 2017) at Guy and Mary Felt Manor.
Cameron County Storm Football will be holding 2017 sign-ups at Memorial Hall on Friday, April 21st from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, April 22nd from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration fee is $35 per player and $20 per additional child. Pee-wee players (7-9 years old) must be […]
A dodgeball tourmament will be held on Saturday, April 22nd, in the Cameron County High School gym to raise money for new wrestling uniforms for the elementary school wrestlers. Start time is 9 a.m. Cost is $60 per each six-person team, and prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place. Snacks […]
with Rich Summers We lost two icons in Cameron County sports recently, which may or may not have gone unnoticed by younger readers. James Baker and Byron Horning Jr. are two people whose contributions to our youth are immeasurable and their passing is, in a sense, the end of an era. Baker was […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider Junior High track and field teams competed at the Coudersport Invitational last Wednesday afternoon. Participating for the Red Raiders were Sean Lathrop, Forrester Smoker, Logan Irwin, Gannon Horning and Max Catalano. For the Lady Raiders, Morgan Lorenzo, Kaelee Bresslin, Natalie […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School varsity track and field teams hosted a home meet last Tuesday with Northern Potter and Oswayo Valley. The boys’ team defeated Northern Potter 103-25 but lost to Coudersport 106-43. The girls’ team fell to Northern Potter 86-54 and Coudersport 103-25. In the […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Lady Red Raider softball team had three games last week and won two home contests while falling on the road. On Monday they defeated Port Allegany and on Wednesday they nipped Smethport but on Thursday were beaten at Brockway. On Monday Hannah […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider varsity baseball team had three games last week and were able to capture two victories. On Monday they beat Port Allegany and on Wednesday they topped Smethport, but on Thursday they dropped a road game at Brockway. On Monday Adam […]
by William Crisp Last week I read an article called the, “Six Unwritten Rules of Bass Fishing Etiquette.” I really enjoyed the article until I got the sinking suspicion that the author was serious. Then I thought maybe bass fishermen were different than trout fishermen. The more I think about it, the more […]
Scouting For Fish by Phil Burkhouse The month before fishing season I keep busy doing a variety of tasks: some fun and others not so much. Pruning apple trees, rototilling the garden, planting onions, cutting and splitting firewood, and trying to get the lawn mower running fall into the not so much fun […]
The week delay of the Cameron County Canoe & Kayak Classic provided nearly perfect water conditions for the annual race. Participation was down slightly due to the postponement, with 78 boats in the race. Typically the race draws over 100 entrants.
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor The water was perfect for this year’s Cameron County Canoe & Kayak Classic held this Saturday on the Driftwood Branch. This is the 43rd year of the annual Canoe Race, as it is called locally. The race was held a week late this year due to high-water […]
The Cameron County Recycling Center will likely be closed for several more months due to issues with construction of a new building. Amendment #1 was approved, which grants an extension to the completion date for the Recycling Grant Agreement. A pavilion to be constructed over the recycling center was measured incorrectly, causing delays in receiving […]
Youth are invited to the annual Salt Run Fish Fest this Saturday at Andrews Farm in Shippen Township. On Saturday, April 15, at 8 a.m., fishing season officially opens in north central Pennsylvania. Registration for the youth event begins at 7:30 a.m. “We are extremely proud of this event that has turned into […]
Cameron County Commissioners discussed the West Creek Rail Trail during their regular meeting held Thursday. Commissioners are looking into ways to assist organizers of the West Creek Rail Trail, which connects Emporium to St. Marys via a 19-mile section of old railway, keep the trail looking as good as the day it was […]
The Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 15 at 1 p.m. at the Cameron County Little League Complex on Sizerville Road. This year’s event is sponsored by the Cameron County Vets Club and VFW, the Emporium Moose Lodge, Knights of Columbus, and the May Hollow Sportsmen’s Club. Sign-ups are available […]
St. Mark Catholic Church has announced its Holy Week Services. April 13th at 6:30 p.m., Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper. April 14th at 9 a.m., Good Friday: Prayer Service in O’Connell Hall 2 p.m., Passion of the Lord April 15th at 9 a.m., Holy Saturday: Prayer service in the Church […]
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held at Sinnemahoning Recreation Park on April 8. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with the Hunt starting at 10:00. There will be plenty of eggs to find and the Easter Bunny to meet and have pictures taken with. A hot dog, chips and drink will be […]
Remember to stop at the Driftwood Sr. Center on Saturday, April 15th – First day of fishing season. Breakfast sandwiches starting at 7 a.m. or before and lots of homemade soups and sandwiches for lunch and lots more. Your support is appreciated.
The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library will be closed Friday, April 14th and Saturday, April 15, in observance of the Easter Holiday. The library will reopen with its regular hours on Monday April 17.
The PA CareerLink of Cameron County is changing their office hours for a limited amount of time beginning Tuesday, April 11. Hours are reduced from four days a week down to two days a week. The new office hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
CCHS Music Boosters will be hosting an Adult Prom fund-raiser on Saturday, May 13 at the VFW from 8 p.m. to midnight. Cost is $15 per person. Grab some tickets, order a corsage and come join everyone for an awesome night of fun, dancing, a Chinese auction and 50/50. Formal attire is encouraged, […]
Children of the community are invited to an Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Emporium. All children ages infant through grade 6 are invited to come and join the fun. The egg hunt will be held on Saturday, April 15 at 11 a.m. at the Alliance church on […]
The Cameron County Ministerial Association will be conducting a Good Friday service at noon on April 14th. The service will be held at the First Baptist Church, North Broad Street, with various pastors assisting with different parts of the service.
Down County Baptist Church would like to announce Easter Week services and happenings. Good Friday services will be held April 14th at 3 p.m. with time of fellowsip following. Saturday, April 15th, there will be a showing of the movie “Risen” at 6:30 p.m. Easter morning services are at 11:00.
Cameron County Historical Society is hosting a historical walk through Bradytown on April 22, starting at 10 a.m. Local historian Junior Murray, along with Cameron County Historical Society board member Wendy Davis, will guide the hike. “Though Bradytown is now a ghost town, it was once full of activity,” Davis said. “Bradytown was […]
The Emporium Garden Club kicked off their new year with a fabulous dinner catered by Jen Abriatis and a very lively beekeeping program by Ryan Magaro. The 30 members and guests were educated on the many facets of beekeeping and the value of the honey bees along with the various products the Magaro […]
The Pennsylvania CareerLink of Elk and Cameron Counties will be hosting its second annual Job Fair. With nearly 30 employers in attendance, you won’t want to miss this event. Come dressed for success and ready to take on your new career. It is encouraged that job seekers bring along a copy […]
The post prom committee is still preparing for the post prom to be held May 6th. Monetary and gift certificates are still being accepted. All proceeds provide those who attend with food and prizes to be won throughout the event. Any questions, please contact Kris Umble, 486-3745.
Cameron County secured real estate transactions for March: Richard A. Beck Sr. conveyed property in Shippen Township to Richard A. Beck Sr. Carol J. Pelton; Emporium Borough; Scott E. Pelton; $1.00. Cameron County Sheriff; Shippen Township; Carrington Mortgage Services LLC. Diane L. Crosby; Shippen Township; Christopher M. Crosby; $1.00.
Umbrella Rock: Revisited by Phil Burkhouse Mary and I have indeed been blessed with the wandering aimlessly bug. Some people are happy living their lives in close proximity to their birth place while others experience itchy feet and the urge to travel. Many years ago I hunted with an elderly gentlemen in the […]
by William Crisp It is the week before the regular trout opener. If you’re confused about what and where that is there is no excuse to be. It is easy to figure out which opener is “regular.” Just get out a sundial, an abacus, your Chinese lunar cycle calculator and a summary book, […]
A membership meeting of the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club will be held on Wednesday, April 19, at 7 p.m. at the clubhouse on Sizer Run Road. On the agenda will be a presentation about birds by Randy Flament; discussion of club and range work; an upcoming spaghetti dinner and shoot; and the yearly […]
Cameron County School District (CCSD) recently held a local National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) competition with 22 students attending. CCSD students, grades 5-12, had the opportunity to shoot in the tournament and are reaping the benefits of the lifelong sport of archery. NASP involves physical activity in which virtually every student […]
with RichSummers I had a good visit with an old fraternity brother of mine on Saturday, Gregg Fritz. Gregg is the recently retired golf pro from Pinecrest Country Club in Brookville and is also a PIAA basketball official. He is recovering from left knee replacement surgery and will soon undergo the same operation […]
Cameron County Storm Football will be holding 2017 sign-ups at Memorial Hall on Friday, April 21st from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, April 22nd from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration fee is $35 per player and $20 per additional child. Pee-wee players (7-9 years old) must be 8 […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider varsity Track and Field teams travelled to Otto-Eldred last Tuesday for their first meet of the season. The Raiders defeated Oswayo Valley but fell to Otto-Eldred, while the Lady Raiders defeated Otto-Eldred but lost to Oswayo Valley. Lady Raiders 68 […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider varsity baseball team traveled to Eldred last Thursday but was defeated by the Otto-Eldred Terrors, 9-1. The home team outhit the Red Raiders just five to four, but six errors, including five in the Terrors’ five run fifth inning, doomed […]
by Rich Summers Cameron County Echo The Cameron County High School Red Raider softball team traveled to Otto-Eldred last Wednesday afternoon and came away with a 5-3 win in extra innings. The Lady Raiders scored single runs in the seventh and eighth innings only to have the Lady Terrors tie the game in […]
(1933-2017) James Edward Baker, 83, of 21211 CCC Memorial Hwy, passed away on Wednesday (April 5th, 2017) at Lakeview Senior Care & Living Center, Smethport.
(1957-2017) Daniel Craig Mayer died (April 1, 2017). He was born on Dec. 8, 1957, in Arlington, Virginia to Allen K. Mayer and Eleanor C. Mayer.
(1922-2017) Gladys M. Schultz, 94, of 284 Waldy Run Rd., died Wednesday evening (April 5, 2017) at her residence.
(1927-2017) Paul R. Fallecker, 90, of Butler, passed away peacefully on Wednesday (April 5, 2017) in the VA Community Living Center at the VA Medical Center in Butler.
(1924-2017) Ethel M. Lewis, 93, formerly of Bath, NY and Route 120 in Emporium, died Wednesday (April 5, 2017), in Guy and Mary Felt Manor.
Looking through the school records I found this little tidbit. Does it bring back memories? Glenn Gutgsell School Bands to Present Concerts The Emporium Schools Junior and Senior Bands are planning their annual Spring Concert, which will be held Wednesday and Thursday evenings, April 22 and 23. (April 9, 1953)
To whom it may concern: Somebody, while visiting my brother’s (the late Joe Yore) museum, “The Cameron County Veteran,” took a military Kybar knife that belongs to me, Ralph Yore.
Emporium Rotary Club donated $500 to Boy Scout Troop #551 to help fund their camp platform project. Shown is Gayle Mansfield (left) accepting the donation from Rotary Club President, Dale Kern. Other Rotary donations this month include Cameron County Lady Raider Softball, Mountaineer Search and Rescue, 2017 CCHS Post Prom and Shelter Box.
Powdered Metals Acquires AST Embassy Powdered Metals, Inc. announced the acquisition of all assets formerly known as the Emporium-based American Sintered Technologies (AST) Monday. Embassy, which has doubled in size and employment over the past four years, including $7 million in new investments, expects to gross $16 million in sales and employ approximately […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor A sizable grant has been awarded to the Driftwood Borough for renovations to its public water system. The funds total $203,965, and will be used to create a new groundwater source of potable water through reconstruction of the filter plant in Nanny Run, and installation of new […]
High water conditions forced organizers to cancel the Cameron County Canoe & Kayak Classic scheduled for this past Saturday. The race, which was set to begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday morning from the boat launch near the Emporium Country Club, was announced as postponed as of 12:30 p.m. on Friday. It has […]
by Amanda Jones Echo News Editor Emporium Borough officials are looking into measures to reduce the number of crashes on a corner near the Cameron County School District. A streets committee meeting has been set for next week, and input is expected from Emporium Borough Police Chief Dave Merritt and Street Supervisor Ted […]
Cameron County’s unemployment rate is down significantly for January 2017 compared to the previous month’s data, according to information made available from the Department of Labor and Industry at the end of last month. The rate for January 2017, the most recent data available, was calculated at 6.9%. For December, the rate was […]