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Friday, May 15, 2026

Driftwood Sr. Center Memorial Day Weekend Raffle

 

The Driftwood Sr. Center has a new FREE raffle for Memorial Day Weekend 
Gus & Goldfish scratch off lottery tickets with a Patriotic Twist!!
 Come on in for Sunday morning breakfast and be sure to fill out a FREE raffle ticket!! 
 Some of our goodies after your full menu breakfast include Pineapple Upside Down Cake, Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting, Lemon Cake, Apple Cake & Bread Pudding! 
 Doors open at 7:30 am. 
 Are you going golfing on Saturday, we will be there Saturday morning too and will be happy to make you breakfast!! See ya this weekend!
Linda Burrows 

Grand Opening - Guy & Mary Feft Living Personal Care Suites

Grand Opening - Guy & Mary Feft Living Personal Care Suites
Sunday, May 17th 1pm-3pm
Find this information in the Cameron County Echo 
Copies available locally or subscribe online @ https://www.cameroncountyecho.com

Fish for Free Coming Up Next Weekend!

 

Fish for Free Coming Up Next Weekend! 
On Sunday, May 24, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) will host a Fish for Free day to allow anyone (resident or non-resident) to legally fish on all Pennsylvania waterways. 
No license is required, but all other fishing regulations still apply. 
 This is the first of two dates set by the PFBC to enhance fishing opportunities. 
The next day is Independence Day, Saturday, July 4. 
This is a great way to expose the next generation of anglers to the outdoors. 
More information about PA fishing is available here 

Armed Forces Day Saturday

Armed Forces Day Saturday

This Saturday, May 16, is Armed Forces Day, a day set aside to recognize and honor the men and women who are currently serving in a branch of our armed forces.

The day was first celebrated in 1950, soon after the branches of the military were united under the leadership of the U.S. Department of Defense. In his proclamation marking the day, President Harry S. Truman called upon fellow citizens to “display the flag of the United States at their homes on Armed Forces Day and to participate in exercises expressive of our recognition of the skill, gallantry, and uncompromising devotion to duty characteristic of the Armed Forces in the carrying out of their missions.”
Seek out opportunities to thank our men and women in uniform, not just this Saturday but every day.

Penalties for Using Handheld Devices Take Effect June 6


Penalties for Using Handheld Devices Take Effect June 6

A Pennsylvania law banning the use of handheld devices while driving has been in effect since last June, with violators being issued warnings. Starting June 6, violators will instead face fines.

Paul Miller’s Law limits the use of handheld cellphones or other communication devices while operating a motor vehicle. The law is named for a young man who was killed in a crash involving a distracted tractor-trailer driver in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, in 2010.

Under the law, driving while holding a mobile device is a primary violation, meaning police can pull over drivers solely for the violation. Effective June 6, violators will be issued a summary offense, which carries a $50 fine, plus court costs and other fees. If a driver is convicted of homicide by vehicle and driving while distracted, they may be sentenced up to an additional five years in prison.

Drivers can still use their phones if using hands-free technology, such as a docking station, Bluetooth or speaker technology. You may also use your phone to contact emergency responders.

According to PennDOT, more than 11,000 crashes were the result of distracted driving, leading to 65 deaths and 6,700 injuries in 2023. Pennsylvania joins 28 other states with hands-free laws.

Read more here.

CC Farmers Market Welcomes Yelena Kisler, Head Librarian

Our amazing librarian!!

 

Cameron County Farmers Market 
 We’re excited to welcome back Yelena Kisler, Head Librarian at the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library, to the Cameron County Farmers Market!

 Yelena will once again be bringing the library’s wonderful Seed Library to the market, offering a fantastic opportunity for our community to dig into gardening this spring. Whether you’re dreaming of fresh vegetables, colorful flowers, or simply trying your hand at growing something new, the Seed Library has something for everyone.

Available seeds include a variety of heirloom, non-GMO vegetables and ornamentals, with no seeds older than three years. Most are provided through the incredible non-profit Seed Savers Exchange along with generous local donations from fellow gardeners in our community.

Best of all — no library card is required to participate!

If you’re new to gardening or looking for a little extra guidance, Yelena will have plenty of helpful resources available, including growing instructions, seed-saving information, garden planning tools, and tips for a successful season. She’s always happy to answer questions and help gardeners of all experience levels get started.

More resources can be found online: like how to save seeds, plan your garden, and a printable garden journal. Check it all out here: https://barbaramoscatobrownlibrary.org/seed-library/ Already have heirloom, non-GMO seeds and want to share? Seed donations are always appreciated and help keep this amazing community resource growing.

Yelena will only be setting up at our next market on Saturday, May 23, from 9am to 12pm at the Emporium Town Square, so make sure to stop by, chat gardening, swap tips, and pick up some seeds to start your own growing adventure! 

Primary Election Day Tuesday, May 19

 

Primary Election Day Tuesday, May 19

Tuesday, May 19, is primary Election Day. Voters will have the opportunity to choose their party’s candidates for governor, lieutenant governor, U.S. House of Representatives, state House and Senate (in even-numbered senatorial districts), as well as state and local committee members.

Voters may cast their ballots in person at their local polling place. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Additional information about in-person voting is available here.

Voters who have chosen to vote by mail-in or civilian absentee ballot must have those ballots back to their county Board of Elections no later than 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Only voters registered as Republicans or Democrats are eligible to vote for candidates in the primary election. For comprehensive information about the state’s elections, visit vote.pa.gov.

NPRC Announces Spring 2026 Dean’s List

 

NPRC Announces Spring 2026 Dean’s List 
 WARREN, Pa. – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) has announced students who achieved Dean’s List recognition for the Spring 2026 term. Students take classes at one of our over 20 different instructional locations or online. 
Local students include: Cameron County EMPORIUM – Amanda Crumrine 

 The Dean’s List recognizes the academic achievements of students who remained in good academic standing and earned a 3.0 grade-point average (GPA) or greater during the Spring 2026 term. This outstanding scholarship contributes to the high reputation for excellence at NPRC. The official press release can also be found online at  https://nprc.edu/deans-list-spring-2026

Shippen Township May Closure Dates

 

Shippen Township will be closed Tuesday, May 19th for Election Day. 
Tuesday's pickup will be on Monday May 18th. 

 Shippen Township will be closed Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day.
 Monday's pickup will be on Tuesday, May 26th.
Thank you

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Cameron County \~ Events for the weekend of May 16th

photo by Cathy Straub 


Cameron County \~ Events for the weekend of May 16th 
Listed are some activities occurring this weekend in Cameron County. If you have any you would like me to add, email me at cameroncountypaonline@gmail.com 
Updates may be added closer to the weekend.



 Yard Sale @ Bunny McLeans 
May 15 & 16, 9 am till ? 562 
Meadow road Emporium 
Benefits the CCHS Band Trip and the Prospect Park Playground
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Sunrise Kayak & Wildlife Watching 
Saturday, May 16th, 2026 5:30 A.M.-7:30 A.M 
 Head down to the George B. Stevenson Reservoir at dawn and join a park educator for a leisurely paddle around the lake in search of wildlife. Pre- registration is required, please indicate in your registration if you are providing your own kayak. Kayaks are available for use if needed. Registration is available online or by calling the park office. This program is open to those at least ten years of age or older. Meets at: Lake Day Use Area 
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Wykoff Run Nursery 
Saturday, May 16th @ 9 am 
Cleanup day @ the nursery! 
All volunteers welcome! 
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Yard Sale 
Saturday, May 16th, 9am-? 
2230 Old West Creek Road 
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Gibson Township Clean Up Day 
 May 16th & 17th 
 August 29th & 30th 
 Dumpsters will be available to discard lg items as furniture, building supplies, lg household appliances. ONLY two loads per property. No tires, tv's, computers or hazardous waste. 
 Account must be current
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Recovery Hike & BBQ 
 Join us on 5/16 for a day of fresh air and connection! We'll be heading out from the Emporium Recovery Center for a beginner friendly hike- no experience needed! 
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Sizerville State Park 
Program Title: Wildflower Walk 
Date: Saturday, May 16 th Time: 11:00 AM 
Location: Environmental Learning Center 
Description: Join the park educator for a spring wildflower walk throughout the park!  Short talk on wildflowers, followed by a walk around the ELC to see what we can find.  Wear sturdy shoes and feel free to bring a water bottle.
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2nd Charity Jeep Poker Run, adult scavenger hunt, food for the ones that go on the Jeep run, then music with Brian Loosz Loosz 7-10pm 
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Creative Recycling: Toilet Paper Tube Flowers
 Saturday, May 16 th , 2026 1:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M.
 Join a park educator and create a flower from 4 recycled toilet paper tubes, a pair of scissors, and some hot glue. All materials and instruction provided. Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom 
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Sizerville State Park 
 Program Title: Nesting Neighborhood 
Date: Saturday, May 16 th Time: 3:00 PM 
Location: Environmental Learning Center 
Description: Have you ever wondered what a Hummingbird’s nest looks like? This program is going to go over all the different types of nests that our local birds make.  Short talk followed by a walk in the park to see if we can spot some of these diverse residences.
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Emporium Sr Center Saturday Night Bingo 
Games starting at 6PM with the kitchen open at 5:00PM. 
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Brianna Blankenship @ the CC Vets Club 
 Saturday, May 16th, 6-9 pm Back at the Vets Club! Always a great time! 
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Rich Valley Wines
 Open for the weekend 🍷
Wine flights available!
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Tubby's Tavern 
 Saturday, May 16th @ 8 pm Music by Fist Bump
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Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club 
Dos Hombres Saturday, May 16, 4-7 pm 
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 Breakfast @ the Driftwood Sr Center 
Sunday, May 17th Breakfast starts @ 7:30 am 
7806 Bridge Street, Driftwood, PA 15832
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Bird Song Bingo
 Sunday, May 17 th , 2026 8:00 A.M.-9:00 A.M 
 Enjoy a fun twist on a morning birdwatching walk. Join a park naturalist and take to the Lowlands Trail with a bingo card, see or hear a bird that’s listed on your card, mark it off. Get 5 birds in a row, and you win! Binoculars will be provided if needed. This program will involve a leisurely walk down the Lowlands Trail and is suitable for all ages. 
Walk will depart from the Wildlife Center. Meets at: Wildlife Center
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Sizerville State Park 
 Program Title: Bird Walk with Barb
 Guest Speaker Date: Sunday, May 17 th Time: 9:00 AM Location: Environmental Learning Center Description: Join the park educator and state park volunteer, Barb Gee, for a short walk to identify and listen to common birds of Sizerville State Park! Anyone is welcome, whether you have birded for years or if you are a beginner. Hiking shoes are recommended. Feel free to bring a water bottle and your own binoculars—binoculars will be provided as well.
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Grand Opening Sunday, May 17, 1-3 pm 
Find this and more local information in the Cameron County Echo
Available locally in print and online version 
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Program Title: Bees, Butterflies, & Beyond! 
Date: Monday, May 18 th Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM 
Location: Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library 
Description: Did you know that butterflies, bats, birds, and bees are some of the top pollinator species that exist in PA?  Join the park educator at the library to learn more about each of these species & their role in the ecosystem.  Short talk followed by doing a make and take bumble bee craft! There will also be a specially themed story time.   Registration is recommended at this link: 
Note: This program is NOT taking place at Sizerville State Park.  The program will be held at the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library, 27 West 4th Street, Emporium, PA.
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Open to the public! 
 Tuesday May 19th @ the ADAS Recovery Center, downtown Emporium 
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Sinnemahoning State Park Events
For the list of events at Sinnemahoning State Park, click on the link below. 

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Sizerville State Park 
 Follow the calendar of events for 2026 park activities. 



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Cameron County School District 
Sports schedules can be found here 
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Lego Building Club 
Every Tuesday, 3:30-4:30
Starts September 9th 
Free, No registration required
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The Little Museum 
The Little Museum is closed for the season. but remains available for appointments.
The History Center @ 125 Greenwood Street is open year-round every Tuesday from 10am- 12:30 or by appointment. Call 814.486.0334, leave a message or e-mail us @ historycenter1@windstream.net.
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Emporium Alliance Church 
Men's Group meets every Tuesday @ 6 pm 
Snacks, supper, cornhole, Uno. Any man is invited.
Every Wednesday @ 6:00 pm the church will be open for prayer
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The Emporium Country Club
Open as of April 1, 2026
Follow their Facebook page or visit the website 
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Program times & details TBA 
The park is open to the public 24/7 though the park road is closed Nov. to early April 
Follow their page for updates!
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Powder Keg Cornhole
 Mondays at Tubby's Tavern. 
 Tubby's Tavern will be the new site for this weekly event held every Monday. 
 REMEMBER: EVERYONE IS WELCOME AND ANYONE CAN PLAY. 
 Come give it a try and join us for some fun. 
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Bingo @ the Cameron County Vets Club 
1st & 3rd Monday of each month
Doors open @ 5 pm. Calling starts @ 6:30 pm 
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Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club
 Check out our website for club events & memberships! 
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Cameron County Food Pantry 2026 Distribution Dates
 New food pantry location!
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CC High School Band Spring Concert 
Thursday, May 21.
Doors open @ 6pm, concert begins @ 7 pm 
Also showing will be John Fannins project -  Hometown: Reflections from Home 
A multimedia piece combing music and images from Cameron County 
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Community Appreciation Day 
Cameron County Ambulance 
Friday, May 22, noon - 4 pm @ the CC Ambulance Shed 
full details here 
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Cameron County Alumni Banquet
Saturday, May 23
Social hour @ 5 pm, dinner @ 5:30
Dance @ the VFW following the banquet 
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Class of 1976 50th Class Reunion
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Friday, May 22nd, 6-8 pm 
Rich Valley Wines 
400 E. Allegany Ave, Emporium, PA 
Food & Prizes, Cash Bar
50-50, Chinese Auction 
Major Thomas E. Clark Memorabilia Display 
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Fids Fishing Derby 
Saturday, May 23rd
@ the Wycoff Run Fish Nursery 
Sign ups @ the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club 
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Saturday, May 23 
An exciting event for the entire family. Bring the kids, enjoy a day of fishing. Each child receives a prize. Lake Clear Creek Farm, on Clear Creek Road from 9am-3 pm.
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Memorial Day Parade 
Monday, May 25th @ 10 am 
Parade will proceed through downtown Emporium 
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Friday, May 29th 
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May 29-31st 
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Spring Clean Up for Lumber Township 
Spring Clean Up for Lumber Township will be held Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 7 am - 2 pm
Cost is $20 per drop off load and $40 for pick up.
Anyone requesting a pickup, it must be scheduled before May 30th.
Call 814-546-2499 for any questions or to schedule pick up.
No electronics, hazardous materials, or paint will be accepted.
Tires will be an additional charge (regular $5& large size $10)
All refuse bills must be paid up to date to participate in cleanup day. 
Open to all Lumber Township residents and camp owners. 
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Fundraising Shoot 
May 31st 
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Thursday, Jun 4th noon to 3 pm 
no cost, @ the Emporium Fire Hall 
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Hike Cameron County 
Saturday, June 6, 10-1 pm 
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6th Annual Mud Run 
@ Smokers Insane Terrain Off -Road Park
Saturday, June 6th@ 2 pm
Free admission
SUV's,trucks, jeeps, sns & Mega trucks all welcome to come & have fun.
Food & beverages available to purchase. 
89 Sizer Run Rd, Emporium, PA 
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Cameron County Little League Carnival 
Week of June 8th 
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Jume 19th 
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Fun Friday in Sinnemahoning 
Friday, June 19th, 4-9 pm 
Come to the playground, show off your motorcycle, enjoy band food, beverages and vendors.
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250th Birthday Party in Cameron County 
Party starts July 3rd in Cameron County 
There will be music, food, beverages, vendors, fireworks, a duck derby & cake. 
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St Mark Annual Yard Sale 
Saturday,  July 4th, 9am-1 pm 
St Mark Parking Lot 
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6th Annual ALLE CATT Alumni Game/Weekend of Brothers
Saturday, August 8, 2026 @ 1:30 pm 
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Gibson Township Clean Up Days 
August 29th & 30th 
Dumpsters will be available to discard of lg items such as furniture, lg appliances, building supplies. No tv's, computers, tires or hazardous waste. 
ONLY 2 loads per property. Account must be current
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September 12, 2026
Starts at noon 
Live music 2- 5 pm 
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Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run 
Saturday, October 17th, 7:30am-4:30 pm 
Run a 12k, 25k or 50 k
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All Fired Up Kicken Ash BBQ Contest
Saturday, Sept 26 @ 11 am 
Live music, food & beverages 








The Community Dog Park is Open to the Public 
Please join the FB site for updates 
The dog park is located at the East end of Emporium, near the caboose.
If familiar with the Rails to Trails, it is at the trail head of the Rails to Trails in Emporium. 
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If you haven't followed this new CC Site, please do!
 Created by local resident Emily Costanzo, this sites mission in to reach as many people as possible & let them know what Cameron County businesses have to offer! We are trying to reach as many potential customers and visitors to our area as possible. Please share this group with a friend, even if they live elsewhere. We would love to have more visitors in CamCo and even if they don't stop by, many of our artisans will ship Business owners - don't forget that you are able to join and post in this group using your business page.
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