Driftwood Saloon & Grill
We are looking for a part time server/bartender.
Great opportunity to earn extra money.
Hourly pay, plus tips and bonus.
Stop in to pick up an application or email us at driftwoodsaloon@gmail.com
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
PA Lumber Museum is FREE on Sunday March 12th
Pennsylvania Lumber Museum
Admission to the PA Lumber Museum is FREE on Sunday March 12th, in honor of Pennsylvania's birthday.
We will also have a cooking demonstration happing out in the lumber camp, with samples to taste.
Hope you will pay us a visit!
5660 US Route 6 W, Ulysses, PA,
(814) 435-2652, palumbermuseum@gmail.com
Mini Majorette Senior Project
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Hello Everyone
I am so happy to announce my senior project Mini Majorettes alongside my advisor Lindsey Neyman.
This is going to be open for all 4th through 6th graders and the more the better!
We will be marching alongside the CCHS Marching Band and twirling to Cherokee in the Memorial Day Parade.
Sign-ups will be held at the Woodland Office starting March 6th!
A 25-dollar registration fee is needed upon sign up to cover a baton and a t-shirt.
I am so excited to work with all the young girls and cannot wait to see the turnout!
If you have any questions let me know and I will be happy to answer!
You can also take a look at the flyer below for any extra information.
Sabina Hoffower
Rotary News Feb. 28th
On February 28th, President Bonnie Smith (right), inducted the newest member of the Emporium Rotary Club, John Kautz (left).
On February 28th, Rotarian J. Charles Burton (left), welcomed his guest speaker, Shawna Bevacqua (right). Shawna is the Director of Operations at the Area Transportation Authority. Shawna spoke about the numerous public transportation options available through ATA in Cameron, Elk, and surrounding counties. She also provided information about ATA discounts for people over 65 years of age.
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Congratulations to the winners of the Emporium Rotary Club Fundraiser Raffle held on February 28th:
1st Place $1,000 - Ronnie Schenkein
2nd Place $500 - Dan Crapser
3rd Place $500 - Ron Luckenbill
Cameron County Little League Online Sign Ups Continue!
Cameron County Little League
On-line sign ups are still going on until March 10th! If you are having issues with on-line sign ups, let us know and we can get a paper form to you! Email us at camcolittleleague@gmail.com or message us on Facebook!
Can't wait to see you at the ballpark!
2023 Mountain Fest - This Weekend in Ridgway
Check out their FB page for all the detailed information!
Three Cameron County residents will have their goods for sale.
John Schatz - Behind the Lenz Wildlife & Landscape Photography
Tasha VanSickles - Freeze Dried Emporium
Peggy Sowers -Clover Moon Designs
2023 Mountain Fest
This event is presented by the ELK COUNTY WILDS TOURISM ASSOCIATION, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization.
This is a family friendly event with a variety of vendors, music, food and fun activities for all ages!
Friday 11am to 11pm, Saturday 10am to 11pm, Sunday 10am to 3pm.
Located at The Tannery, 310 Tanner Street, Ridgway, PA
Outside alcohol and animals (with the exception of service dogs) are not permitted
Zito Fiber is Now Available!
Zito Fiber is Now Available!
Zito Media is pleased to announce the Fiber Internet is now available in the borough of
Emporium!
By upgrading the system to fiber, we are able to provide the latest technology and allow
for the fastest connections possible.
Fiber provides lower latency and allows for symmetrical upload and download speeds.
It’s great for gamers, telecommuters or for homes with multiple devices that need to use
our service at the same time!
We are in the process of converting our cable subscribers to the fiber network, but are
also accepting new subscribers to be installed right onto the fiber. We offer both
200Mbps and 1Gbps symmetrical speeds.
Call us at 800-365-6988, email us at sales@zitomedia.com or text us at 814-200-0728
between 9am-9pm daily
Monday, February 27, 2023
Northern Lights over Emporium PA.
This amazing photo was taken by Cameron County resident Brian Reid.
It is a photo of the Northern Lights over Emporium Pennsylvania. It was taken from the Lookout Vista South of Emporium.
A Category 3 Solar Storm impacted Earth on Sunday evening causing Auroras to be visible in some areas.
The Storm was caused by a CME (Coronal Mass Ejection), which is superheated plasma ejected from the sun hitting earth's magnetosphere.
Follow Brians photography at
Cameron County Recreation Center Update
Cameron County Recreation Center
UPDATE
We are now able to accept online payments through RecDesk!
There is a 3.5% service fee for card payments.
If you wish to pay with cash or check we still accept in-person payments!
We hope that expanding payment options creates additional convenience for patrons.
If you haven't yet, today is a great day to create your account at camcorecreation.recdesk.com
If you have any issues, please email camcorecreation@gmail.com.
Read Across America Week Contest
Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library
Come celebrate with the library as we celebrate Read Across America Week starting Monday, February 27th! Each day, there'll be a new theme. If you check out a book fitting that day's theme, you'll get to choose a prize from our book wall or one of our prize bins! So be sure to stop by and check out this great, super easy contest and win yourself a prize or two!
Stanley E. Kephart
Stanley E. Kephart was born May 1st, 1929, to William & Bessie Kephart in Emporium, PA.
In 1949, he married Elvira Hollett and together their raised their family of five children in Tillamook, OR. Stan was a hard worker and to support his family he founded what’s now known as Kephart’s Painting.
Stan had many hobbies such as fishing and hunting, throwing horseshoes, playing cards, and working in his bountiful garden which he was very proud of. You were always able to find fresh fruit, vegetables, and dahlias which he was more than happy to share.
Stan passed away in McMinnville, OR on February 21, 2023, with family by his side.
Stan was preceded in death by his wife, Elvira Kephart, and son, Jim Kephart. Stan leaves behind to honor his life his sister Mary Gersch. His children, William Kephart and wife Sandy, Daniel Kephart and wife Jennifer, Timothy Kephart and wife Tami, Sherry Weir and husband Mark, and Daughter-in-law Bonnie Kephart, his grandchildren, and his great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at Waud’s Funeral Home on Saturday March 11th, 2023, at 1:00 PM. followed by a Celebration of Life Potluck at the Alderbrook Hall immediately after.
Personal note
Stan was preceded in death by his parents, William Kephart and Bessie Eileen Clark Kephart; and his brothers, Chuck, Fran, Howard, and Don and sister Betty Kephart Cowley, all originally from Emporium, PA.
New Horizons Healthy Foods/Fitness Fun Business Update
New Horizons Healthy Foods/Fitness Fun
Tomorrow (Tues) will be our last day open (10am- 4pm ) for the current Era.
Due to enough requests and peer pressure, we will continue to make energy bars, balls, peanut butter and a few other odds and ends.
We will be open starting next week Tuesdays 2pm - 6pm.
We are working on ways to get you your favorite bars but don't want to make a book out of this post so stay tuned for updates
233 Brusselles St, Saint Marys, PA.
(814) 389-1874
Personal note - the energy bars and other items made at New Horizon are delicious!
Sunday, February 26, 2023
Grief Support Group @ Emporium Senior Center
Emporium Senior Center
Great News!! We will be starting the grief support group on March 9th from 6-7pm.
All ages are welcome to attend.
If you would like to sign up, please give us a call or stop in so we can keep our groups small.
You are not alone.
CCHS Semi Final Basketball Game Location
Cameron County School District
Our semifinal game on Wednesday against ECC will be played at St. Mary's High School following the 6pm game (Union vs. DCC).
CC Vets Club Weekly Menu
CC Vets Club Weekly Menu
Great food, great prices!
Call 814-486-3078 to order.
Mr. F. Bruce Whitman
Mr. F. Bruce Whitman, of Emporium, PA, sadly passed away on February 6, 2023, at the age of 83. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Jean Goyt and Leroy Whitman and his daughter Missy Peterson. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Wertz Keeney Whitman also of Emporium, PA.
He leaves behind his children, Michele (Faron) Clouser of Mechanicsburg, PA, Diane (Timothy) Williamson of Summerville, SC, David Keeney of Emporium, PA, Joseph (Heather) Whitman of Elizabethtown, PA, and Michael (Kelly) Whitman of Camp Hill, PA.
He was blessed with nine grandchildren, Cassandra Reigle, Bryan Williamson, Alex Williamson, Zachary Whitman, Elizabeth Cossaboon, Ashley Williamson, Meghan Keeney, Lexi Whitman and Tyler Whitman as well as five great-grandchildren, Jenalyse, Emerson, Briella, Xander and Millie and another on the way.
Bruce was born on May 11, 1939, in Carlisle, PA and was a member of the 1957 graduating class from Alexis DuPont High School in Delaware.
One of Bruce's many talents was being blessed with the ability to put pen to paper and eloquently express anything and everything and as such enjoyed a successful career as a sportswriter for the Patriot News for thirty-three years. He was well known as an outdoors enthusiast and retired after 15 years serving as Assistant Director for the Information & Education Bureau of the Pennsylvania State Game Commission.
After officially retiring, he continued his love for the outdoors and writing when he relocated to Cameron County, PA and fulfilled his dream when he began writing for the Cameron County Echo, a position he held until his passing. Bruce was a member of the Sinnemahoning Sportsman Club, American Legion, and the VFW. In addition to his love for sports and the outdoors, he taught himself how to play bass guitar after retiring and became a member of a band.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in the K.M. Knight Funeral Home, 31 Second Street, Highspire, PA.
A visitation will be held at 2:00 p.m. until time of service in the funeral home.
Family and friends are welcome to attend a celebration of life following the service at the Penn Harris Gun Club, of which Bruce was a lifetime member, located at 201 Richardson Rd., Middletown, PA 17057
Congrats to Beau Azzato @ D9 Districts!
Cameron County School District
Our Cameron County Red Raider wrestler took 3rd place at D9 Districts, Clarion Univerity on Saturday! Beau Azzato wrestling at 189 is pictured with head coach, Eugene Brown and Volunteer Coach John Azzato.
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Brunch Offered @ the Hygrade Inn
The Hygrade Inn
The Hygrade Inn is excited to announce that we will be opening for brunch weekly starting Sunday March 12. Hours will be 11am-2pm every Sunday and reservations are required. The menu will change weekly starting with this one. Brunch is a fixed price with a four course menu…Salad, Soup, Choice of Entree, and Dessert. Make your reservation today!
Kindergarten Registration Begins 2/28/23
Cameron County School District
Kindergarten registration begins for the 23-24 school year on Monday, February 28.
Packets may be picked up at the Woodland Elementary School office.
Registration forms are also available on the District website, www.camcosd.org
Please call the Woodland office for any questions, 486-4000, ext 2000.
Pop Up Class @ Sarah Jane's Art Studio
Gather at Sarah Jane’s Art Studio to create a mixed media piece of your choosing.
You can create a heart tree, shamrock tree, flower tree, autumn tree or whatever!$35.00 per person. All canvas and supplies will be provided. Bring your own snacks and/or drinks. Let’s create!
Sunday, Feb, 26 at 6 pm
Sarah Jane's Art Studio
5 E 4th St Emporium
Lottery Chances for the Parade of Stars
Cameron County Fair
Stop in at the chamber for a 50-50 chance and a chance at $150 worth of lottery tickets.
Both prices are 15 tickets for $5 and will be drawn at the Parade of Stars on March 18th.
Friday, February 24, 2023
2/28/23 Last Corn Day @ Mason's Farm
Mason's Farm
As a reminder Tuesday, February 28th, will be the last day to get your shelled corn for the season.
Outreach Hours Set for March 2
Outreach Hours Set for March 2
To help ensure access to state government information and services, I will host monthly outreach office hours at the following locations on Thursday, March 2:
• Emporium Borough Office – 9-10 a.m.
• Port Allegany Borough Office – 11 a.m. to noon.
Services available include assistance with any state-related issues or concerns, driver license and vehicle registration applications, and applications for various state programs, such as the senior citizen Property Tax/Rent Rebate and PACE/PACENET prescription drug assistance program
PA State Rep. Martin Causer
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Johnsonburg Playoff Game on The River 98.9
CCHS BOYS HOOP
For those who are unable to attend the playoff game tomorrow in Johnsonburg - the game will be broadcasted on The River 98.9
Game time 7pm
Charles Mark Grippo
Charles Mark Grippo, resident of Palmer Township, formerly of Newton, NJ, passed away on February 16, at home after a hard-fought battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was 83 years old. Charlie was the beloved husband and best friend of Mary Ann (Dooley) Grippo for 54 years.
Born in Newark, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Charles and Helen (Kosakowski) Grippo. He served his country in the U.S. Army, stationed in the Panama Canal Zone. He was a graduate of Seton Hall University. Charlie retired from BASF Corporation in 2003 after a long career in computer systems. Charlie was a long-time member and former treasurer of the Walpack Historical Society. Since relocating to the Lehigh Valley, Charlie resurrected his boyhood hobby of model railroading and was active in the Nazareth Area Society of Model Engineers. Charlie's favorite pleasures were family and food. He delighted in his children's and grandchildren's visits and enjoyed researching his family tree. Charlie relished every meal and there was never such a thing as too much dessert. He liked classic movies, especially at Christmas, and the annual fall trip to Cape May was a highlight each year. Charlie's terrific sense of humor stayed with him until the end, always giving his caregivers something to chuckle about.
Survivors: In addition to his wife, Mary Ann, Charles is survived by daughter, Karen of Alexandria, Virginia, son, Mark of Brooklyn, NY, two grandchildren, Juliet and Wesley, and a brother, Frank (Anne Louise). Friends and family may call on Saturday, February 25, from noon until 1 p.m. at the Highlands of Glenmoor Clubhouse, 1 Highland Court, Easton, PA 18045, with a memorial service beginning at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Charlie may be made to the Allentown Rescue Mission or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
The Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home Inc., of Nazareth is honored to care for Mr. Grippo and his family at this time. Online condolences may be offered at www.jfreichelfuneralhome.com under his obituary.
Cameron County ~ Events for the weekend of Feb. 25th
Cameron County ~ Events for the weekend of Feb. 25th
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.
Rich Valley Wines
Open for the weekend!
Rich Valley Wines has something for everyone!
We have more than just our house made wines we offer a wide range of PA Spirits and PA Beers as well as a seasonal cocktail menu
We have lots of Non-alcoholic options available as well
We have games on the tables, a puzzle on the stage and drinks made just for you!🧩
Come check us out this weekend at 400 East Allegheny Ave in Emporium, we would love to see you!
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Tubby's Tavern
Saturday, Feb. 25
Music by Bill Thompson 5-9 pm
Open Jukebox @ 9 pm
Non smoking event
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Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club
Saturday, Feb. 25
Last Cabin Fever Fun Day
Meat Raffles, 50/50, Prizes @ 11 am
Music by Rob Mordan
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Creekside Sports Bar & Event Center
Cameron County Bridal Show
Sunday, February 26th 2023 from 12:00 - 2:00pm.
SAVE THE DATE for our upcoming Cameron County Bridal Show being held at Creekside Event Center.
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Sinnemahoning State Park - Updated event list!
For a complete list of programs at Sinnemahoning State Park, visit the DCNR Calendar of Events at
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SAVE THE DATES
Cameron County Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
First Saturday of each month, from 12-2pm
Questions or for more details, contact Library staff at 814-486-8011.
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Creekside Sports Bar & Event Center
Cornhole every Monday night @ 6 pm. All skill levels welcome.
Details call (814) 486-0229
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Cameron County School District
11/30/22 to 03/31/23 - Community Walking Program 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Winter Sport Schedule can be found here
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Bingo @ the CC Vets Club
Every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month
Doors open @ 5 pm
Calling starts @ 6:30
427 E. 3rd Str. Emporium
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Cameron County Food Pantry
2023 Distribution Dates
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Rich Valley Wines
Planning for the 2023 2nd Saturday Summer Concert Series has begun!
Mark the dates down now and plan to join us
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Creekside Sports Bar & Event Center
Upcoming schedule
Bridal Show Feb 26
Purse Bingo Mar 5
St Patty's Day party Mar 17
St Pattys Day after party with Old Skool Mar 18
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Driftwood Saloon 2023 Entertainment Schedule
April 1st at 8pm - 11pm Dos Hombres
May 6th at 4pm - 8pm Melissa Sauers
June 10th at 7pm - 11pm Billy Mac
July 15th at 8pm - 11pm Dos Hombres
Sept 3rd at 4pm - 8pm Melissa Sauers
Oct 28th at 7pm - 11pm Old Skool
Nov 18th at 7pm - 11pm Old Skool
Dec 2nd at 8pm - 11pm Dos Hombres
Dec 31st at 8pm - midnight Melissa Sauers
375 Driftwood Ave.
Driftwood, PA
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Smoker’s Insane Terrain Off-road Park
List of events for 2023
May 20th.
June 17th Mud race and bog small trucks
July 2nd Concert
Aug 5th Smash and Dash car race
Sept 16th Super soaking summer bash, Mega trucks event
More details coming soon.
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Saturday March 4 – Winter Tree Identification
10AM – 12PM – Sinnemahoning State Park – Park Office & Wildlife Center
What trees are growing in your woods? Learn to distinguish common local trees. Slow-
paced, 1-mile walk over mostly level terrain. Binoculars and field guides available for use during the
program. Program will begin indoors with an overview of tree identification, followed by a slow paced,
1-2 mile hike over uneven terrain to practice identifying live trees in the park. All skill levels welcome.
No pre-registration required for this free program.
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VFW Auxiliary Cash Bash
Saturday, March 4th
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Designer Purse Bingo
Sunday - March 5th
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Beginner Gardner Program
Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library
Thursday, March 9 @ 5 pm
Register by calling the library @ 814-486-8011
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Father Daughter Dance
Saturday, March 11, 6-8 pm
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Tubby’s Tavern
Saturday, March 11th, 9:30 pm-1:30am
Dressed to 'Kilt' 🍀Shows in March
No Cover at Tubby’s Tavern in Emporium , courtesy of Tubbys on Mar 11th!
Wear your green and wear your kilts!
https://www.facebook.com/empotubbystavern
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Save the Date
March 18 Parade of Stars
Looking for performers, contact Pat Kempher
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Emporium Moose
Saturday, March 18
Live Music by Sam's Crossfire 8-11 pm
Open to the public
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Tubby's Tavern
Saturday, March 18
tvBlond @ 9 pm.
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2nd Annual Northern Tier Camp Cadet Cornhole Tournament
Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 10 AM
The 2nd Annual Northern Tier Camp Cadet Cornhole Tournament is currently being planned and additional details will be published on this page as plans are finalized.
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Learn First Aid & CPR
Sunday March 26 . 9 am, - 12 pm
Call Monica @ 814-562-0261 to register
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Saturday, April 1
Breakfast & more at the Driftwood Senior Center
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Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club
Adult Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 1 at 2 pm
$5 entry fee Must be 21 years old
May preregister at the bar.
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Sinnemahone Paddle Race
April 8th is the Sinnemahone Paddle Race.
Kayakers and canoers will take on the chilly waters in downriver paddle race.
This is first leg on the 2023 Sinnemahone Triple Crown with a Gravel Race and an Ultra Trail run later in 2023.
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Cameron County Longbeards Banquet
Saturday, April 8 @ the CC Vets Club
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Grove Township Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Join us at the Sinnemahoning Recreation Park on April 9,2023 for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Registration starts at 9:30 hunt starts at 10:00. AGES 0-12years
There will be plenty of eggs to find. Meet the Easter bunny and have your photo taken with him.
Baskets of goodies for each child There will be a drawing for a stuffed rabbit.
If possible, please give Brandie an idea how many children and their ages may be attending.
Either by leaving a message on her cell 814-512-8303 or on Facebook.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Vets Club
Thursday, April 13. 11:30 am-5:30 pm
427 East 3rd Street
Emporium, PA 15834
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Tubby's Tavern
Saturday, April 15
Live Music by Hell Bent
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3rd annual Cameron County Mud Run
Event by Smoker’s Insane Terrain Off-road Park
Saturday, May 20, 23 at 12pm.
89 Sizer Run Rd. Emporium PA 15834
Head-to-head timed race around the course and mud bog.
Suvs, trucks, Jeeps are all welcomed, after races track will be open to have fun.
Mega trucks are welcome to come play also.
Cost for admission is $10 spectators kids 10 and under are free and $15 for drivers.
Food & beverages available for purchase.
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Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club
2023 Golf Outing
Saturday, May 20 8am - 3 pm
The 2023 SSA Golf Outing, four-man team scramble, is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Emporium Country Club, with an 8 a.m. sign-up and 9 a.m. Tee-Time.
Full details at this link https://www.facebook.com/events/721604016208717
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9th Annual DDPA Hunt on May 20th & 21st 2023
Location is Emporium, PA at the Cameron County Fairgrounds
Via Facebook, reach out to Kent or Wendy Reid Davis for signups & details
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Gibson Township Clean Up Dates
May 20-21st and August 26-27
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Cameron County Longbeards Cornhole Tournament
Saturday, June 17 @ the Emporium Firehall
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Endless Mountains Adventure Race
June 26 @ 9 am - July 1 @ 9 am
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2nd Annual Cruise in @ the Willows Bar & Restaurant
Saturday, July 15. Noon till 6 pm
2023 100 Mile yard Sale
Save the date...the 2023 100 Mile Yard Sale through Elk and Cameron Counties in July 21st & 22nd.
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Shout out to my friend Becca Peters
Dog Boarding
Weekly and weekends available