Mansion District Inn Honored as a Top Performing B&B by TripAdvisor
June 3, 2013
Smethport Web - by Nathan Muller
Mansion District Inn Bed and Breakfast and Self-Catered Suites in Smethport has been awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.
This accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Only the top-performing 10 percent of businesses listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.
“Mansion District Inn is pleased to receive our second consecutive TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Jovanna Porter, who along with her husband, Ross, own and operate the Mansion District Inn Bed and Breakfast and Self-Catered Suites. “We strive to offer our customers the experience of Victorian opulence while they visit the inn, and this accolade is evidence that they truly enjoy their unique stay. The positive reviews on TripAdvisor are a very strong business driver for us.”
To qualify for a Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor, and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.
“TripAdvisor is delighted to celebrate the success of businesses around the globe that consistently offer travelers a great customer experience,” said Alison Copus, Vice President of Marketing for TripAdvisor for Business. “The Certificate of Excellence award provides top performing establishments around the world the recognition they deserve, based on feedback from those who matter most – their customers.”
The top-rated Mansion District Inn promises a one-of-a kind experience whether visiting for business or pleasure. Located within Smethport’s historic mansion district, the exotic Victorian opulence and chef Jovanna’s gourmet breakfasts, identifies it as a number 1 rated premier bed and breakfast establishment.
Medallion Awarded to First Place Finisher in September’s Cycling Races
November 11, 2012
Smethport Web - by Nathan Muller
At an informal gathering of Wheel Around the Hub racing officials Saturday, Tim Vecellio of Lewis Run was presented with a 1st Place medallion for winning the men’s 15-mile Wheel Around the Hub cycling race in the 40-49 age group.
The delayed award was due to Tim, 48, being placed in the wrong age group when he registered the day of the event. The error went undiscovered until recently.
Tim won the race with a time of 0.47:26.387, which also placed him 16th overall. He races with Team Hollyloft based in Jamestown, New York, which has 250 members. Several members of the team participated in this year’s Wheel Around the Hub cycling races.
Wheel Around the Hub Finishes as Huge Success
September 16, 2012
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Dry roads, a slight breeze and mid-60s temperatures combined to provide ideal conditions for the 94 cyclists who participated in Smethport’s Wheel Around the Hub races Saturday.
Although no records were broken this year, spectators were treated to an exciting finish as a cluster of five cyclists in the 53-mile men’s class broke from the pack in the last half mile of the race.
Coming down Main Street toward the finish line, three cyclists emerged in furious wheel-to-wheel battle toward a blinding finish. Benjamin Fogle from Duncansville, PA; Scott Lytle from Lockport, NY; and Bruce Krip from Oakville, Ontario stayed tightly clustered until the very last moments of the race.
Although the three cyclists seemed to have crossed the finish line at the same time, the folks at YellowJacket Racing recorded everyone’s time with precision equipment. They even posted the results just minutes after the race.
Fogle managed to pull ahead to take first place, beating Lytle by only 148 milliseconds. Krip took third place, coming in just 52 milliseconds after Lytle.
Fogle ended up the Men’s Division Gold Watch winner with a time of 2:08:05.145. Jillian Behm of Erie, PA was the Women’s Division Gold Watch winner with a time of2:25:24.087.
Overall winners of the two 15-Mile circuit races were: (Men’s Division) Nathan Brady of Hide, PA with a time of 0:41:38.905 and (Women’s Division) Toni Flament of Emporium PA with an impressive 0:41:39.878.
“The Yellow Jacket Racing Timing Team of Matthew and Sasha brought a new level of sophistication to our race,” said Ross Porter, one of the race organizers. “Their equipment was also excellent.”
Complete results are available for both races: 53-mile race and 15-mile race.
Following the event, spectators and participants met at the Smethport Fire Hall for a Pig Roast / Beef Brisket awards dinner, featuring Straub beer and music by the MoJo Hand Band. Special guest, U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA), joined the festivities.
A race-themed painting, In Motion, donated by Smethport artist Julie Mader, was auctioned, which added $150 to race proceeds that will benefit the fire department. The winning bidder was cyclist Greg Cushing from Toronto, Canada.
More information about the race can be found on the event’s Facebook page.
Artwork to be Auctioned at Cycling Event
September 12, 2012
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
After Saturday’s “Wheel Around the Hub” cycling races, there will be a Pig Roast at the Smethport Fire Hall. The post-race event is open to the public at no charge. Dinner tickets are $7.00. Racers eat free! Proceeds for the Pig Roast (and the race itself) benefit the Smethport Volunteer Fire Department.
Juried PA Wilds Artist Julie Mader has again donated an original painting, “Wheel Around the Hub”, to be sold at auction during the awards ceremony at the Smethport Fire Hall with proceeds going to the Smethport Volunteer Fire Department.
The Races Are Coming! Saturday, September 15 at 12 Noon
September 9, 2012
Smethport Web — by Ross Porter
Smethport’s historic “Wheel Around the Hub” cycling races are coming this week — Saturday, September 15th. U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) will start the races. The starting gun fires at 12 Noon. With the replacement the antique Galico Bridge, the races are back to their original, historic route.
New this year is a Pig Roast / Beef Brisket Dinner Celebration, featuring Straub beer, at the Smethport Fire Hall following the race and awards. All registered racers will receive a free meal and family and friends can purchase a dinner for only $7.00. New York’s famous MoJo Hand Band, featuring the legendary Fontilla Timmons, will be performing at the Fire Hall.
Juried PA Wilds Artist Julie Mader again has donated an original painting, Wheel Around the Hub, to be sold at auction during the Pig Roast awards ceremony at the Smethport Fire Hall. Proceeds benefit the Smethport Volunteer Fire Department. The event is open to the public at no charge. Dinner tickets are $7.00.
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Smethport to Host Key Events in September - Businesses Invited to Participate
August 22, 2012
Smethport Web — by Jovanna Porter
Several big events are scheduled in Smethport during September. Your business may want to plan a complimentary event or retail special to coordinate with these activities, which bring potential customers into town.
Saturday, September 15th is the “Wheel Around the Hub” bicycle race. The race route passes through town 7 times. Registration begins at 9:00 am and the race will last until approximately 2:30 pm. Many spectators and visitors are around town, especially on Main Street, during those hours. Perhaps your business might want to offer a food special or sidewalk sale or implement another marketing strategy to take advantage of the extra people in town. Read more
Chuck McKiernan Honored with Engraved Gold Watch
March 6, 2012
Smethport Web
Long time area resident Chuck McKiernan received an engraved gold watch from Smethport Mayor Ross Porter last week during a meeting of the Smethport Lions. McKiernan was honored for his years of service in organizing and assisting in Smethport’s annual Wheel Around the Hub Cycling race.
The cycling race was originally started during the early 1890s and died off with the advent of the automobile. The race was started up again during 2005 by the Smethport Lions Club and has been reorganized by the Smethport Fire Department.
McKiernan has remained an active Wheel Race Committeeman over the years and has participated in dozens of other community activities.
Smethport’s ‘Wheel Around the Hub Races’ Ready to Roll — Saturday, September 17
September 7, 2011
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
It’s almost ready to roll again! Smethport’s 2011, historic Wheel Around the Hub bicycle race is flying toward Saturday, September 17.
This year’s race features a unique but beautiful 52+ mile four-lap course that steers participants away from the replacement project of the Galico Bridge. The race will start at noon on Main Street in front of the McKean County Courthouse. Proceeds will benefit the Smethport Volunteer Fire Department. Read more
Smethport Bike Race Raises over $6000 for Smethport Volunteer Fire Department Fire Police
October 15, 2010
Smethport Web
The record shattering 2010 Wheel Around the Hub Cycling Race held in Smethport September 18th was a giant community effort involving dozens of volunteers and numerous local and regional businesses, industries and individuals.
The race was organized by the Wheel Race Committee, a special committee of the Smethport Fire Department as a special fund raiser for the Smethport Fire Police, a division of the fire department. Over $6000 was raised for the volunteer Fire Police to purchase new digital radios and equipment. Read more
Bike Race Featured Auction of 3-D Artwork by Julie Mader
September 19, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Smethport’s juried PA Wilds Artist Julie Mader donated a framed and matted print (20″ x 9″) for public auction, which was held on Saturday, September 18, following the “Wheel Around the Hub Bicycle Race”.
At the conclusion of the race, just before the presentation of awards, bidders had the opportunity to add to their art collection Julie’s signed, 3-D, cycling themed “Full Spectrum Riders” print, numbered 3 of 25.
The auction occurred in front of the Court of Angels restaurant across from the McKean County Courthouse and was conducted by PA licensed auctioneer, Smethport Mayor Ross Porter.
Up-and-coming Mader, the celebrated artist for the Steep Canyon Rangers bluegrass band, has received extensive attention and rave reviews throughout the eastern United States. All proceeds of the framed and matted print were donated to the Smethport Fire Police by the artist.
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