Media Duo Ignites Fundraising Drive for Fireworks
April 30, 2009
Smethport Web – by Nathan Muller
Smethport residents Jeff and Christie Andrulonis used the power of radio Tuesday to collect donations for fireworks that will be displayed during the National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze festival to be held here June 18 to June 21.
As chairman and co-chairman of the festival, Jeff and Christie did a “Live Action Broadcast” with their WLMI radio station from the court house grounds on Main Street. As drivers listened to fundraising appeals on the radio, they were encouraged to drop off a donation for the fireworks. Jeff and Christie met donors at the curb who stuffed cash into a large orange firecracker. Read more
Lady Hubbers finish track season unbeaten
April 28, 2009
The Bradford Era
Smethport (9-0) put the finishing touches on an unbeaten girls track and field season Tuesday, defeating Coudersport 103-47 and Otto-Eldred 108-39.
The unbeaten season is only the second in Lady Hubbers’ track and field history, according to head coach Rick Woodring. The only other unbeaten girls’ season was in 1988 when the team went 8-0.
Tuesday’s victories also clinched the North Tier League championship for the Lady Hubbers. Their last league title was 1998. Read more »
Pipe organist Diana Anderson dramatizes life with her music at St. Luke’s
April 23, 2009
Smethport Web — by Amy Pierotti
Sitting in St. Luke’s Episcopal Church on Sunday morning, listening to Diana Anderson play the pipe organ, is like being at the gates of heaven.
Generations of Smethport residents have enjoyed the music of the Schlecker pipe organ, but played by the talented Diana, the church comes alive with her mastery of the instrument. When she plays, you can feel the drama of life, whether the music is sweet and light, dark and powerful, or soft and sad. Read more
Get Ready for the National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze Festival
April 23, 2009
Smethport toy celebrity, Wooly Willy, will once again be the centerpiece of Smethport’s summer festival — National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze from June 22 to June 26.
The festival, sponsored by the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce, with involvement from many other Smethport organizations, will highlight the popular magnetic toy invented in Smethport by entrepreneur, James Herzog, in 1955. The event includes a Car Show and Parade down Main Street on Saturday, June 26. Read more
Phillis Barnhart honored as Woman of the Year
April 23, 2009
The Smethport Women’s Club has honored Phillis Barnhart with its Woman of the Year award.
Patricia Witchen introduced Phillis as a “believer in our community”. She went on to describe many of Phillis’ activities in Smethport over the years…
“Many of you may not know that she served as one of the stakeholders on the Sesquicentennial committee. She organized the class reunion that over 300 Smethport Alumni attended, the Victorian tea, and served on numerous committees and projects that made the Sesquicentennial a success. The Sesquicentennial was organized by the Chamber of Commerce that she served on as a member of the board of directors and secretary for many, many years. Read more
Library Requests Support - Online Donations Now Accepted
April 20, 2009
Smethport Web – by Mary Palmer
Keeping up with the growth at the Hamlin Memorial Library is no easy task. With the computer revolution, the popularity of audio books, and increasing usage of the library in general, the facility has outgrown the 3,000 square-foot-space at 123 Mechanic Street, which has served Smethport since 1991.
Although the library has earned a Pennsylvania Keystone grant for nearly $300,000 to cover the expansion project, it is a matching grant. While the library has gotten off to a good start with contributions, savings and investments, it still needs to raise a significant amount of money. Read more
Jackie Taylor’s Country Porch selected as Business of the Year
April 18, 2009
The Country Porch, owned and operated by Jackie Taylor, was selected by the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce as Business of the Year during the organization’s 8th Annual Dinner held Thursday evening at the American Legion’s Bucktail Post.
Located at 113 W. Main Street, The Country Porch Café and Gift Shoppe was cited by the Chamber for its diverse offerings that keep the establishment busy with customers throughout the day. Read more
Wayne Pearson selected as Volunteer of the Year
April 17, 2009
At the 8th Annual Dinner of the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce held last night at the American Legion’s Bucktail Post, outgoing Chamber President Wayne Pearson was honored for his many years of service to the community. An award plaque was presented to Wayne by Ross Porter, who introduced the Chamber’s pick for Volunteer of the Year with these inspiring words:
“A major ingredient in Smethport’s renaissance or any vibrant community is the presence of committed civic volunteers. Read more
Dr. David Kulling joins Bowman Health Center
April 16, 2009
Charles Cole Memorial Hospital has announced the addition of David Kulling, MD, FAAFP, to its medical staff, effective April 20. Dr. Kulling will see new and returning patients at the Bowman Health Center in Smethport, formerly known as Misty Valley Health Center. Appointments can me made by calling 814/887-5395.
Dr. Kulling earned a medical degree at Munich University of Technology in Germany. He completed his family medicine residency at Altoona Hospital and a family practice and primary care sports medicine fellowship at the University of Michigan Medical Center. Read more
Charles Cole Contributes over $100 million to Region’s Economy
April 3, 2009
Charles Cole Memorial Hospital annually contributes nearly $107 million to the region’s economy, according to a report released by The Hospital & Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP). CCMH also supports more than 1,100 jobs in the region, including jobs at the Bowman Health Center in Smethport.
A recent HAP report, The Economic and Social Roles of Pennsylvania’s Hospitals, shows the positive effects Pennsylvania’s hospitals have as economic anchors in their communities. Read more
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