Make a Splash at Arts on the Island

Bradford Era – by Savannah Barr Arts on the Island returns to Hamlin Lake Park for its eighth year on Sept. 6 to 7. Hosted by the McKean County Historical Society, the event is two days of art, live music, food and family fun. This year, organizers hope to make a splash with the newly added cardboard boat race. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each…

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Mara Ours Named McKean County Fair Queen

Bradford Era – by Savannah Barr The new McKean County Fair queen was chosen Friday night at the fairgrounds. She is Mara Ours, who hails from Smethport and is the daughter of Marty and Laura Ours. She participates in many activities, including DECA, mock trial, National Honor Society, Envirothon and show choir. She is the current student council co-president and a member of the basketball, track and field, and…

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