Shawmut Trail Trek Blends Nature and History
October 15, 2008
Smethport Web — by Matthew Muller
Smethport residents gathered at the Shawmut Trail Head behind the 911 Center on an Indian summer Sunday afternoon for a guided nature photography walk. The event was sponsored by the Smethport Creative Arts League and served as a field exercise for naturalists and photographers of all levels who had received a crash course on nature photography by Dr. Tim Pierson in the high school art room last Tuesday. Read more
My Journey to See a Fellow Filipino
October 6, 2008
Smethport Web - by Peng Magno
There is nothing more inspiring for a first generation Filipino immigrant like me than to witness firsthand a fellow countryman doing well in the international arena. It is firsthand knowledge that most Filipinos living in the United States are in healthcare, therefore the story of Arnel Pineda is definitely something different and truly a tale that needs to be told.
Arnel is the current front man for Journey, the San Francisco based band well known for huge 1980s hits such as Don’t Stop Believing, Faithfully, and Open Arms. Since their most popular lead singer, Steve Perry, left the band in 1996, the band has had a string of replacements from Steve Augeri to Jeff Scott Soto. Read more
Smethport K-9 Handler Marries Medic Who Saved Her Life in Iraq
September 12, 2008
Air Force Times – By Michael Hoffman
Mike and Jamie Mangan with Rex outside their farm in Smethport. Jamie and Rex were a team in Iraq where Jamie was gravely injured by an IED in 2005. Mike Mangan was the first medic on the scene and saved her life, and they eventually were married. Read more >>
Derrick Wright Performs Church Pipe Organ Recital
August 18, 2008
Once called the “King of Instruments” by Mozart himself, the pipe organ is widely acknowledged as more difficult to learn than most other instruments. With its tiers of keys, numerous buttons and foot controls, the pipe organ can be quite intimidating even for today’s most accomplished pop music artists.
With determination and a love for the music, however, it is possible to learn and become proficient with the instrument. This was amply demonstrated by Smethport student Derrick Wright who performed a pipe organ recital on August 16th at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. Read more
Local Radio Station Has Smethport Covered
July 7, 2008
The host of local radio station WQRM, Rose Bishop, has been in the business for 16 years. From her second floor office on 211 W. Main Street, she interviews guests, reports local news, sells advertising, and manages the station’s daily broadcast schedule. She is also active in various community organizations.
Rose works with a small staff, including engineer Bobby Schauer and Megan Simms, who is at the helm in the morning slot with your local news, sports and events happening in the area. Sports and games are handled by Dave Ezzolo, William Lord, Scott McQuire, Cody Taylor and Damien Kreckel. Read more
‘Walk With Doc’ PCTA Event Big Success
June 17, 2008
On Saturday, June 14 Dr. Douglas Bowman led the 7th Annual “Walk with Doc” in conjunction with Smethport’s newly formed Potato Creek Trail Association. This was the inaugural event of the trail group. Following a discussion about the health benefits of walking and hiking by Dr. Bowman, Smethport’s iconic James Herzog presented the history of the McKean County Poor Farm, the location of the start of the walk. The two mike walk began with walkers crossing the historic Marvin Creek bridge, then followed the Shawmut railroad grade at the rear of the county property, to US Route 6 and on to Hamlin Lake Park and the Goose Chaser Trail, and returning back to the Shawmut Grade and the Poor Farm. Read more
Area Residents Can Support American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life by Attending “Remember Those Who Have Battled Cancer” Event in Smethport
June 5, 2008
The Bradford Era – by Fran De Lancey
Area residents can support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life by attending “Remember Those Who Have Battled Cancer” from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Smethport Firehall. “This will be a scrapbooking event, a fundraiser for the Relay for Life,” said Kim Miller of Smethport, a team leader for the Relay. An admission fee will be charged, and all proceeds will benefit the ACS. In this area, that agency has several vehicles that are used to transport cancer patients to appointments and therapy, just one of the many services provided. Read more >>
Portrait of Memorial Day in Smethport
May 27, 2008
Memorial Day observance in Smethport, organized by the McKean County Post #2497 VFW, started with a gun salute and the playing of “Taps” over the graves of deceased veterans at Rosehill Cemetery. This was followed by a parade formed on Willow Street, which stopped at the bridge on Mechanic Street where wreaths were dropped and guns fired as part of salutations to heros. Read more
Bronze Statue Unveiled at Smethport Elementary
May 23, 2008
Elementary student Emily Dibble’s (right) winning essay last year earned her the privilege of becoming the model for Jamestown, New York sculptor Dave Poulin. Emily’s essay was selected by the 5th grade teachers to become the concept for a statue of a student that will be placed in front of the school. The bronze sculpture was unveiled at the Smethport Elementary School on Thursday.
The unveiling was preceded by a talented chorus rendition of peppy show tunes — “That’s Entertainment” and “Doctor Jazz” — under the direction of Mrs. Aloi. Sixth grade student Bryce Henry played Beethoven’s “Fur Elise” on Spanish guitar. This was followed by the band’s performance of the rock classic, “Louie Louie,” which raised the decibel level of students and teachers. Read more
Smethport HS Softball Team Lone Survivor
May 22, 2008
Olean Times Herald
The Smethport High School softball team opened its bid for a District 9 Class A title the same way it opened the regular season … with a shutout victory.
Emma Hahn and Diana Phalon combined to strike out 17 batters and allow just two hits as the second-seeded Hubbers (18-1) blanked No. 10 Keystone, 8-0, on Wednesday.
“It was a tight game until the fifth inning,” said Smethport assistant coach Jim Kane. “Then we scored three runs and added four in the sixth. Emma and Diana pitched very well tonight.” Read more >>
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