The Bradford Era — by Fran De Lancey A new chapter for the county’s housing agency will breathe new life into a blighted lot on Smethport’s Main Street. “Today, we celebrate the groundbreaking of our new office building, which when complete, will house the administrative offices of the McKean County Redevelopment and Housing Authorities,” said Dusti Dennis, executive director of the agencies and A Partnership in Housing, during a…
The Bradford Era — by Chuck Abraham The keynote speech at the Smethport Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday morning recognized and thanked veterans, both living and deceased, for their military service. Keynote speaker Rev. Frank Eppley, chaplain for VFW Post #2497 and pastor of Emmanuel Mission Church in Kane, was shot three times by the same enemy soldier before returning fire. Eppley said it is critical to remember those…
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller David Buckler, president and owner of Buckler Transport in Roulette, PA, gave a record donation of $2,000 to the 2014 Wheel Around the Hub Cycling Races, proceeds of which benefit the Smethport Fire Department. Buckler presented the check to Smethport Mayor and SFD Captain Wayne Foltz, Fire Chief Steve Field, and wheel race organizer Ross Porter. Buckler Transport operates a fleet of 83…
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller The Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce held its 13th Annual Business Dinner on Thursday at the Court of Angels Restaurant. The theme of this year’s event was “Celebrating Entrepreneurship & Free Enterprise”. The Chamber announced its participation in a summer program called Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week, which is now in its 36th year. More than 2,000 young men and women will attend one…
Smethport Web – Nathan Muller With the respite of winter weather, anglers of all ages swarmed the banks of Hamlin Lake on the opening day of fishing season. With the water still cold, the trout were ready to snap at pretty much anything cast their way. As the day wore on, most folks seemed content with just enjoying a rare sunny day, and less concerned with snagging a trophy…
Smethport Web – by Nathan Muller Patch Products in Beloit, Wisconsin has announced that its toy factory in Smethport, Pennsylvania will close as of February 28, 2014. The facility, known for producing the locally-invented, world-famous Wooly Willy magnetic toy, will impact 15 employees. Positions include both management and those working the assembly line. “While the decision to close the Smethport, Pennsylvania facility was a difficult one, it is important…
Smethport Web – by Nathan Muller Wayne Foltz was sworn into office by Magisterial District Court Judge Bill Todd at last evening’s Borough Council meeting. The Mayor’s wife, Lisa, took part in the ceremony by holding the Bible upon which the Mayor took the oath. Foltz is captain in the Smethport Fire Department and a former Smethport Chamber of Commerce president. He is currently employed as district manager at…
Smethport Web – Melissa A. Riehle The Hamilton family and the American Red Cross held their first annual blood drive in memory of Alan Hamilton on Monday, December 16 at the Smethport Fire Hall. Alan was an avid blood donor, who donated over six gallons of blood during his lifetime. Alan’s family co-sponsored the drive to increase community awareness about the need for blood. Alan was initially admitted into…
Smethport Web — News Desk Chef Specialties Company, Inc. of Smethport, Pennsylvania was honored at a business leaders luncheon by The Rehabilitation Center of Olean, New York for their support of the Center’s mission through the SubCon Industries division. During the luncheon, Chef Specialties Company received the 2013 “Business of the Year” Award. The ceremony was held at the St. Bonaventure Country Club on Thursday, November 14, 2013. Jack…
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller Jessica and Akete Kindle have opened Simply Healthy, a Herbalife nutrition club in Smethport that serves weight-management, energy-fitness and targeted nutrition products intended to support a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages. Jessica offers a personalized approach in that she can understand members’ specific needs and guides them in selecting the right products to achieve their goals. If weight loss is the…
The Post-Journal – Jamestown Community College has announced Darion Gregory as the new head coach of Jayhawk men’s and…
Bradford Era – by Savannah Barr The year’s McKean County Fair highlighted local culture and brought families together —…
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