Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller The 4th annual National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze was held in Smethport, Pennsylvania on Saturday, June 16. Shown here are excepts of the parade down Main Street, a cute Street Dance performer, and the fireworks finale over Hamlin Lake Park. Check out the Wooly Willy Wonderdaze 2012 slideshow put together by Les Jordan, Jr.
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller The 4th annual National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze concluded last night in Smethport with a grand fireworks display and a street dance on Main Street that went on until midnight. For the first time in the event’s short history, the weather cooperated with uninterrupted sun and very comfortable temperatures in the mid-70s. This brought out more vendors to Hamlin Lake Park and more vehicles…
Smethport Web The 4th annual National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze officially opened in Smethport, Pennsylvania today with a ceremony in front of the McKean County Courthouse. On behalf of the Borough, Mayor Ross Porter issued the following proclamation: It is with great honor and pleasure to officially declare “National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze” in Smethport, Pennsylvania this day June 16, 2012 and urge all citizens and Wooly Willy friends to celebrate…
Smethport Web — by Les Jordan Jr. Smethport American Legion Bucktail Post 138 will present a special edition of the popular Long Branch Saloon from June 20-24 this year. The special edition of the Saloon is to celebrate the saloon’s 10th Anniversary. The attraction began as part of the events for Smethport’s Sesquicentennial in 2003 and was so popular that it has been part of Smethport’s special summer activities…
Smethport Web — by Wayne Foltz An oil painting by Smethport’s juried artist Julie Mader will be raffled off during the National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze on Saturday, June 16. The classic styled painting depicts part of Hamlin Lake and Pavilion number 3. Only 150 raffle tickets are available Tuesday the 12th through to the 16th of June. Tickets will be sold at the following Chamber businesses: Mansion District Inn…
Smethport Web — by Les Jordan, Jr. Members of the Allegheny Highlands Bird Club conducted a field study of bird species along the Shawmut Trail on Saturday, June 9. The trip mapped out a list of bird species for the Potato Creek Trail Association of which the bird group is a member. The club was organized in August of 2011 “to inspire the appreciation, enjoyment, and conservation of birds…
Smethport Web — by Wayne Foltz The 2012 National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze festival in Smethport, Pennsylvania will include a Fishing Derby at Hamlin Lake Park on June 16th. The First Place winner will receive a $25 cash prize, plus fishing supplies. Those finishing in 2nd and 3rd place will receive fishing supplies. Registration will be from 10:30 am to 11:30 am at the Washington St. entrance by the foot…
Smethport Web — by Les Jordan, Jr. Stormy weather may have dampened turnout, but the weather did not dampen the spirit of the several participants in attendance at this year’s Vietnam Veterans Honor Ride of Pride. After a long motorcycle ride through northwestern Pennsylvania, participants laid red and white carnations at a memorial set up under the canopy of Costa’s old supermarket across Water Street from the VFW. Jack…
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller The third “Business After Hours” event sponsored by the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce was held Tuesday evening at Corner Pizza. The event was hosted by owner Riki Tanaka and his wife Bonna. Riki and his staff prepared trays of unique hors’devoures, which included pizza wedges in various styles, stuffed peppers, sausages, meatballs and other off-menu treats. Look for the Corner Pizza menu…
Smethport Web — by Les Jordan, Jr. Several members of the Potato Creek Trail Association worked together May 19th to restore the Shawmut Trail Bridge over Blacksmith Brook, which flows into Marvin Creek near Dogtown. More substantial decking was added to the existing trail frame spanning the brook and new railings were put in place atop the deck. Old stone abutments from the Shawmut Railroad where used to anchor…
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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