Carol Elaine Rigby Keller

Carol Elaine Rigby Keller, 85, of 2253 South Queen Street, York, PA formerly of Meadow Rd., Emporium, PA died at Senior Commons at Powder Mill Road, York, PA early Thursday morning following a courageous battle with heart failure. She was born December 11, 1931 in Mooresville, Huntingdon County, PA a daughter of the late Rev. Joseph G. and Dorothy Pauline Rupp Rigby. On April 22, 1955 in Emporium, PA she married Donald I. Keller, who survives.

Carol graduated from Polyclinic Hospital School of Nursing in Harrisburg, PA as a Registered Nurse in 1952. She worked as a school nurse at the Cameron County Elementary School from 1954-1957. She then worked at the office of the late Dr. George Dorman and later for Dr. Joseph Blackburn. She was a very active member of the First United Methodist Church in Emporium where she taught Sunday School from 1956-2017 and was a member of the Susanna Wesley group. She was very dedicated to the church and wanted to make sure everyone she loved knew Jesus. She enjoyed cooking, canning, gardening, sewing, playing the piano, spending time with her family, attending church functions and picnics in the beautiful local state parks. Most of all she loved children.

Carol is survived by her husband Donald I. Keller, York, PA; daughter, Kay Sullivan, York, PA; son, Donald (Karen) Keller, Glen Arm, MD; six grandchildren: Mandy Lynn (Sean) Arnold, York; Sean Ryan (Gina) Sullivan, York; David R. Keller, Emporium; Cassandra Dawn (Jacob) Moate, Emporium; Jack R. Keller, Raleigh, NC; Haley S. Keller, Elizabethtown, NC; three great grandchildren: Allison Carol Keller, Emporium; Colin Michael Patrick Sullivan, York; Axel David Moate, Emporium, PA; one brother, Joseph Gordon Rigby, Hollidaysburg, PA; one sister, Dorothy Jean Pletcher, Quincy, PA.

 She was preceded in death by her parents Rev. Joseph and Dorothy Rupp Rigby, son, David Keller who died Jan. 29, 2017

Visitation with a Video Tribute will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. fourth St., Emporium, PA on Friday (9/29/17) from 4-7 PM.

 Funeral Service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 306 S Spruce St, Emporium, PA on Saturday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Joseph Short, Pastor, officiating. 

Burial will follow in the Gilmore Cemetery, Austin, PA.

 Memorial Contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 306 S. Spruce Street., Emporium, PA 15834, or to American Cancer Society, Cameron Unit, P.O. Box 62, 135 W. Fourth St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to Community Nurses Inc., 757 Johnsonburg Rd., Suite 200, St. Marys, PA 15857 or Gilmore Cemetery, c/o: Eleanor Klees, 409 E. Sheriden Ave., DuBois, PA 15801. 

Sympathy cards may be mailed to her husband Donald Keller, 1765 Powder Mill Rd., Apt 104, York, PA 17403

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net 

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Rotary News

STEM was the topic at the Rotary luncheon September 20th. STEM stands for the academic disciplines of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Rotarian, Jessica Herzing introduced District Principal, Amy Schwab, and Bonnie Burgess, current biology and STEM class teacher, who spoke about the journey of researching STEM curriculums and implementing a STEM focused class at the Woodland Elementary School.

The goal has been to provide students K-12 the opportunity to grow and explore through the use of a STEM lab in each building. The district has been diligent in their efforts, and are very close to seeing their goal come to fruition with the addition of a STEM SmartLab at the elementary school. Currently once every 6 days for a 40 minute period second through 6th grades work on various skills. Second graders start with establishing a foundation of learning, how to type and use a computer. Students in each grade up to 6th grade learn new skills and actually work on various projects such as building and writing directions to build virtual bridges and airplanes.

SmartLab learning resources are organized around seven areas of core technological competency: Computer Graphics Scientific Data and Analysis, Circuitry, Robotics and Control Technology, Software Engineering, Digital Communications, and Mechanics and Structures. STEM skills help students to be self-motivated, solve problems, become creative and collaborate together.

The cost of the SmartLab is $119,145.00. The school district has been seeking funding and has acquired a large part of the funding from a $75,000.00 grant from the Mee Foundation along with a $9,000.00 grant from Title IV, and $15,000.00 from The First Community Foundation Partnership (Venture Grant Award). The district contribution will be $18,621.00. The school district is pursuing additional funding of $2,524.00 to secure the balance to move forward. If the funding can be secured by November, the lab should be set up sometime in the spring.

Cameron County Project

By Jessica Herzing

 Fellow Cameron County Residents. This is my Post Card Home Survey -- It is the cornerstone of this project. We cannot change our community for the better, without first hearing What you LOVE, What you Miss, and What you'd like to see GO. This is about finding those answers, in order to see what unites us. Please take a moment to take this anonymous survey. 

 Click on this link to find the survey page

CamCoProject

You may follow this page on FB

https://www.facebook.com/CamCoProject

Christmas House Tour Planned for the Holiday Season

Christmas House Tour Planned for the Holiday Season

Cameron County Fireworks Committee resurrecting a popular event during Christmas in the Wilds weekend December 8 & 9. The Christmas House tour this year will include discounts at select restaurants and businesses. The proceeds will benefit the Cameron County Fireworks held each July.

The Holiday House Tours and Light Decorating Contest add a fun element to Christmas in the Wilds. The Cameron County Chamber of Commerce is coordinating the events and has begun signing up participants. There is no fee to participate in the house tour. “Be willing to show off the inside of your home is the only requirement,” according to chamber director Tina Solak. There is a $5.00 fee to enter the house decorating contest. That puts your house on the widely distributed map and gives you eligibility to win cash prizes.

Anyone wanting more information on either event is urged to contact the chamber office

 at 814-486-4314.

Quackers Now Available for Duck Derby

Quackers Now Available for Duck Derby 

 A major fundraiser for the fireworks that light up the sky in Cameron County set for Saturday October 14 in conjunction with the First Fork Festival at Sinnemahoning State Park. The Firequacker Duck Derby will be held at Forty Maples Day Use Area starting at 2:00 Saturday. The sale of ducks begins this week at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce and on Saturday September 16 8:30-11:00 at Emporium Shur Fine. The ducks can be adopted for $2 each or a 6-quack for $10. The first, second and third place ducks that paddle the fastest on the First Fork win cash prizes.

Cameron County Food Pantry

Cameron County Food Pantry 

 The Cameron County Food Pantry will hold a distribution for people determined eligible on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the building located behind the Northern Tier Community Action offices at 135 West Fourth Street in Emporium. 

 Call 486-1161, ext. 269, with any questions.

Local Participant Ready to Compete in Sinnemahone 50k

Local Participant Ready to Compete in Sinnemahone 50k

Saul Solveson entered the 2013 Sinnemahone 50k with no experience in trail running. “I wanted to challenge myself,” says Solveson who has competed in mountain bike races for 10 years. He says the Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run October 21 is unique that it includes, West Creek Rails Trail, paved and dirt roads plus single track side hill trails. Many races just include one element.

On race day there are three distances, 10K, 25K and 50k. This allows all levels of participants to spend a day in the heart of the PA Wilds. Solveson says the most spectacular portion of the 50k race is from Ridge Road to Rock Run on DCNR trails of the Elk State Forest. Deer, grouse, turkey and beavers are a common site on the trail

The race is called an ultra-trail run, but that is misnomer. “The best strategy for me has been to run the level and downhill while hiking inclines,” shares Solveson. He has been successful taking home the coveted Caldwell Corporation Cup which is given to the top male and female finisher in all the race distances.

This year the 50k is a sanctioned state championship race for Road Runners Club of America. Top finishers in the 50k will receive custom medals. All finishers in each of the distances receive a wooden medallion created by Wennin Creations.

New this year will be an award ceremony at 2pm. All participants will be entered into a drawing to take home prizes including a 2 night stay in the newest bed and breakfast in Emporium (set to open in 2018), CamelBak hydration system, Eno singlenest hammock and other items.

The deadline to register and guarantee a t-shirt is October 7. Registrations can be done online at www.ultrasignup.com or print a form at www.sinnemahone.org.

Join Team Spartan @ the CCHS September 27

By Todd Parisi

 On Wednesday the 27th of September I will brief the Cameron County High School on the NEW Cameron County Team Spartan Chapter. Then on Monday, October 2d at 6 p.m. a Parent/Student Team Spartan Brief will occur at the Cameron County High School Auditorium followed by sign ups. There will be Flyers for this meeting sent home at the Elementary School (personally passed out by Former Marine and Pennsylvania State Trooper Matt Salisbury at the School) on 28th September. Revolution 2017 Continues... BOOOOM!!!!

AMERICA’S FASTEST GROWING YOUTH GROUP My name is Todd M. Parisi and I am a hometown retired 28-year United States Marine, former high school teacher and Leadership based/Motivational Speaker and originally from Emporium. Team Spartan is a 501c3 and is currently at 325 members. The Mission of Team Spartan is to be an active and engaging youth volunteer force in the community while encouraging our youth to be their absolute best.

We will focus on community volunteerism, recreational activities, leadership, teambuilding, self-confidence. We will do this while promoting the personal and collective growth and success of our Spartan members and the organization. We will stick together and work as a team always. It is a group that supports one another while breaking down social barriers, builds trusting alliances and accumulate service hours.

Some things we have done up to this point: Raised $20,000.00 for local causes, organizations, events and individuals in need. We have participated in the Brain Aneurysm Awareness Walk, Super Hero Bowling, Physical Training, Youth Center Dance, Relay for Life, Community Clean-up, We have served in the Elk Haven/Silver Creek, Pinecrest Nursing Homes along with the Fox Township and Saint Marys Senior Day Center, Supported the Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home Event, First Responders Appreciation Day, assisted with the Disability and Senior Resource Expo, huge event at the Elk Viewing Center honoring Team Spartan and their Families, The Day of Action in Support of the United Way, Tag Day’s at Walmart for the Humane Society, the Walk for Apraxia, Massive Team Spartan Picnic, Carried the Flags in the Saint Marys Parade, and walking at the Apraxia Awareness Walk along with many powerful Humanitarian type actions that have changed lives...

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO HEAR ABOUT TEAM SPARTAN: A Meeting will take place at the High School Auditorium on Monday the 2d of October at 6pm. Come check out how can together, get our youth engaged, excited and involved in the Community and with each other while being a positive force. Contact the Founder Todd Parisi on Face Book (Leadership/Motivational Speaker Page) or on email at parisitodd@hotmail.com.

WWW.TODDPARISI.COM

INDIVIDUALLY WE ARE A DROP, COMBINED WE ARE AN OCEAN!!!

Sizerville State Park's Annual Autumn Festival

PA Career Link Open House

Art Classes fill up the calendar in October

Art Classes fill up the calendar in October

The Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center kick off October with classes in quilting, painting, repurposing and faux finishes. The events can be viewed on the chamber Facebook page or online at www.cameroncountychamber.org.

Answering a request by residents, the artisan center is hosting 3 Sunday afternoon classes. October 1 will be a reversible pumpkin/snowman painted sign. All materials are included and the cost is $40.00. On Sunday October 15 Sally Azatto will teach a sign lettering class. The one hour class will start at 2pm and cost $29.00. Sunday October 29 a $15.00 class will be offered using paint to create a faux metal finish. Participants can bring 2 small items to the class.

October 5, 12 and 19 focus on quilting. Gini Schager will teach the log cabin pattern on a Christmas table runner Thursday mornings. Participants must bring their own sewing machine. The cost for that class is $40.00.

Seats are limited in some of the classes. Call the chamber office for details at 814-486-4314.

Fired Up and Kickin Ash BBQ Contest

All Fired Up 

 All Fired Up and Kickin Ash BBQ Contest expanding to 2 days. The Allegheny Mountain Chapter of Nam Knights hosting entertainment and beverages Friday night September 22 following the Cameron County Football home football game. This will be an opportunity for people to mingle with the competitors as they fire up their grills.

Those competing this year include Aharrah’s Smoke’n from Smethport, Pappapssmokehouse representing My Place in Emporium, Crazy Eyes BBQ from Emporium, Phartin Bart’s BBQ &; Beans from Washington, PaPa’s Smoke Shack from Emporium, and Smokey B’s BBQ from Clarion. “There is plenty of room for more competitors,” says Cameron County Chamber of Commerce director Tina Johns Solak. The fee is $50 and competitors can sell their items in addition to competing for a trophy and bragging rights. Food and beverages will be available at noon on Saturday.

Music will begin at noon. At 2pm Saturday a hand sewn queen size quilt will be raffled off. All the proceeds of the Harley t-shirt quilt will be given to Make a Wish. Judging in seven categories ends at 3pm followed by awards.

Rotary News

Mary Kay McLean, Emporium Rocks On, was the guest speaker at the Rotary luncheon September 12th. Emporium Rocks On was created for the painting and hiding of rocks in Emporium. The aim of this project is to create unity within our community by having residents paint rocks to hid around town for others to find. When a rock is found, post a picture on their FB page or post on FB or Instagram with hashtag: #emporiumrockson. People can keep the rocks or rehide them. If you paint a rock, they ask that you put “Emporium Rocks On” on the bottom to help spread the word of this family fun filled project. Mary Kay stated” without community participation, the project would not have gotten off the ground and she thanks everyone in the community who has helped make this project successful”. Some of the rocks, such as the Northwest Bank rock have a reward. Children and adults can be seen many nights throughout town picking up rocks.

Sinnemahone Ultra Run Announces Changes for 2017

Sinnemahone Ultra Run Announces Changes for 2017

The Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run races will feature an awards ceremony on Saturday October 21. “In the past we have awarded trophies and finishing medals to participants at the finish line, but wanting to make it more of a celebration a ceremony will be held this year,” explains race director Craig Hudson. The event is set for 3pm and will utilize the new portable stage.

All finishers for the three events within the ten-hour time limit will receive a wooden finisher medal. The top male and female finishers in each of the races will receive a large engraved wooden tree cookie. The 50k race is a state championship race and the top finishers in the masters (40+, grand masters (50+) and senior grand masters (60+) will receive state awards. Age group first place trophies will also be handed out. The top Cameron County male and female finishers in each race will take home the Caldwell Cup.

This year participants will receive a ticket with their entrance into a race for prizes. Additional tickets can be purchased by participants during packet pickup Friday night. Those prizes include a 2 night stay at the Hygrade Inn, CamelBak hydration system, an Eno singlenest hammock, and other items provided by Country Squirrel Outfitters.

The deadline to register for the 10k, 25k, or 50k is October 1. Registration forms are available online at www.sinnemahone.org.

Making Cameron County a Better Place One Stone at a Time

Making Cameron County a Better Place One Stone at a Time

Cameron County High School art teacher Tashine Groeger gathering stones from the base of the trees in downtown Emporium. Her plan is to host an event at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan Center mimicking activities happening at schools across the United States. The project is based on a book written by Linda Kranz called, Only 1 You.

Schools have encouraged students to decorate a stone reflecting their own uniqueness and place it in a public location. This project is different from Emporium Rocks On because you do not pick up and hide the rocks, they are in plain view.

The free event is Saturday September 30 starting at 10 in the morning. Groeger and Cameron County art students will seal the stones and place them in the community with a tag to distinguish them from Emporium Rocks On.

Kenneth Paul Dudley, Jr

Kenneth Paul Dudley, Jr., age 69, passed away on Thursday, August 31 at his home in Potter County, PA after a lengthy illness. He was born January 7, 1948 in Columbia, PA to the late Kenneth P. Dudley, Sr. and Doris (Reisinger) Dudley. In 1999 in Potter County he married Gwen Miley who survives. A veteran of the Vietnam War, Ken served in the US Navy until 1971. Following his honorable discharge, he served as a Merchant Seaman and later on was a self-employed electrician. 

He will be missed by: his loving wife Gwen; daughter Kira Dudley and Christoph; and sister Donna (Harry) Lowe. He is also survived by four stepchildren, numerous relatives and friends, and special friend Otto Matthes.

 Ken was an avid reader, movie buff and truth seeker. He had a feisty spirit, was a good friend and respected by many

. A memorial service will be held at a later date by the immediate family. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Coppersmith-Condon Funeral Home, Emporium.

Rotary News

Kasey Macro (left) and Scott Hockenberry, owners and operators of Emporium’s newest business, Rich Valley Burners, LLC, were the guest speakers at the Rotary luncheon September 5th. The gentlemen have been friends since the 3rd grade and came up with their business idea one night around a campfire. 

 They established their business in March of this year which is located at 4787 Rich Valley Road here in Emporium. They operate a CNC Plasma Cutter which cuts steel and any other metal that conducts electricity to produce a variety of items. Their files includes 5000 designs covering a variety of subjects, or you can provide your own design and they will program and cut it. Both Kasey and Scott learned to use CAD programs under the direction of Mr. Lee Sines at the Cameron County High School. Kasey went on to earn a BS degree in Computer Aided Product Design/Engineering at Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport. Scott earned an Associate Degree in Welding and Metal Fabrication at Triangle Tech in Falls Creek, PA. 

 Check them out on FB - @richvalleyburners. Also pictured is Rotarian Karen Jiang. Guests at the meeting included John Gresimer II, son of former DA, John Gresimer and Rotarian, Rick Custer, of Hot Springs Village, AR

Free Mammography Screenings

Cole Memorial's Women's Health Center is offering free mammography screenings for uninsured and underinsured  women 40 and over funded by the Twin Tiers Affilate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. 

For more information or to register call 814-274-8200. 

Location: Cole Memorial Women's Health Center

 Type: Screening 

Preregistration: Required

 Phone: 814-274-8200 

Cost: FREE

Smethport Comprehensive Blood Analysis- September 9, 2017

Smethport Comprehensive Blood Analysis- September 9, 2017

Cole Memorial Hospital and the Smethport Rotary have teamed up to host a Comprehensive Blood Analysis on September 9, 2017 from 6-10 a.m. at the Smethport Fire Hall on 109 S Nelson Street in Smethport. The screening will include over 30 commonly requested blood tests including CBC, comprehensive, coronary risk, and liver function profiles. 

The cost for the screening is $45.

 A 12-hour fast is recommended. Optional tests include prostate specific antigen (PSA), $25, thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), $15, and A1C ($35).

Appointments are required and can be made by calling Cole Memorial's Centralized Scheduling 

Department at 274-8200 or submit the online form.

 Location: Smethport Fire Hall

 Type: Screening 

Preregistration: Required

 Phone: 814-274-8200 

Cameron County Community Chest 2017 Fund Drive Will End September 30th

Cameron County Community Chest 2017 Fund Drive Will End September 30th

As of August 31, 2017 we have collected $18,731.50 toward our $20,500 goal. The Cameron County Community Chest Board of Directors would like to thank all who have contributed. We are $1,768.50 short of our goal. The 2017 Fund Drive will be open until September 30, 2017.

No donation/memorial is too small. Please send your tax-deductible contribution to: Cameron County Community Chest, PO Box 134, Emporium, PA. 15834, Attn: Judd Schager. Help to support the Recreation Board, Community Nurses, Red Cross, Friends of the Library, the Package Team, and the Garden Club.

Pride in Cameron County

Many have seen this post from my friend, Chrissy Slusarick, on Facebook. 

 I wanted to share it here, for those of you that do not have FB.

 If we could all take a part, no matter how small, in giving back to our community, being proud of our home and county, and work towards the beautification of Emporium and Cameron County, people will take notice because we are taking notice. Be proud of your county, your home, brag about it, let it be contagious! As Chrissy said ' Be an ambassador, It will only serve to benefit us all.

"I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him." - Abe Lincoln.

 As have many small towns in Pennsylvania, Emporium has seen big changes over the decades, and at some point along the way, it became more commonplace to talk badly about it than to stand up for it. Lately, finally, I feel as though that's changing. Each one of us, today, has the ability to make it even better - from the tangible (pick up a piece of trash, pull your weeds, volunteer your time) to the more nebulous (look for and talk about all the good in our schools, be a good neighbor, be positive about this beautiful, peaceful valley we call home.) 

The Sylvan Heritage Council has been working tirelessly for over ten years to beautify, to create positivity and pride, and to help others to look for and see all the good we have here. It's been an incredible journey and learning experience, starting literally from nothing, but a decade later, we are still here and putting our time - and ourselves - out there in our community. We are embarking soon on a downtown facade improvement project that will change the face of many of our storefronts because it does matter how our community looks; beautification is not superficial, it's critical. Equally important, however, is how we think. Have pride in our home, in our school, in our small businesses, in our history. I, for one, am proud of my hometown and fiercely loyal to it. Be an ambassador, not a naysayer. It only serves to benefit us all.

Caldwell Cup Returns

Cameron County residents participating in the Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run Saturday October 21 can capture the Caldwell Cup. The award presented by the Caldwell Corporation in Emporium is given to the top male and female finishers from the county in the 50k, 25k and 10k events.

The hand turned wooden cups created by St Mary’s artist Marvin Riddle and are then engraved by Wennin Creations. “This event prides itself on purchasing local, since the majority of our sponsors come from the Cameron County region” says race director Craig Hudson. The design for this years race shirts and the printing will be done by Art n Ink, finisher medals and trophies provided by Wennin Creations.

Numerous sponsorship levels exist according to Hudson. They range from $50 to $1000.00. The chamber of commerce is the clearing house for race and sponsorship information.

Shippen Township Labor Day Hours

Shippen Township will be closed on Monday, September 4th, in observance of Labor Day. 

 Monday’s refuse pick-up will be on Tuesday. Tuesday, Wednesday &Thursday’s refuse collections will remain the same. 

Thank you!

Maxine A. Cleaveland

Maxine A. Cleaveland, 94, of 1079 Gardeau Rd., Austin, PA died at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport, PA on Tuesday (August 29, 2017) morning.

She was born March 13, 1923 in Hyde, Clearfield County, PA a daughter of the late George and Enna Lawhead Peasley. On August 11, 1945 in First Baptist Church, Emporium she married the late Kenneth L. Cleaveland. Mrs. Cleaveland graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1941. Years ago she worked at Sylvania and then left work to raise her family. Maxine had a very strong faith and was a very active member of the First Baptist Church in Emporium and the Quilting Club. She enjoyed her flowers, gardening and loved her family. She was a very kind person always thinking of others.

She is survived by three daughters, Sharon (Ivan) Baughman, Driftwood; Linda (Thomas) Russell, Warren, PA; Beth (David) McCaskill, Cortland, NY and two sons, William (Deborah) Cleaveland, Roanoke, VA and Dale (Cathy) Cleaveland, Columbus, OH; ten grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren, two sisters, Donna Egan, Wicomico Church, VA and Georgiann Taylor, West Groten, MA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Enna Peasley; husband, Kenneth L. Cleaveland, great granddaughter, Kendyl Shaffer, great grandson, Josiah Russell; a brother, Howard Peasley and two sisters, Marie Cleaveland & Louise Hornung. 

Visitation with Video Tribute will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E 4th St., Emporium on Thursday from 4-7 PM. Funeral Service will be held at the First Baptist Church, 424 N. Broad Street, Emporium, PA on Friday (September 1, 2017) at 10:00 AM with Rev. James R. Horton, Jr., Pastor and Rev. Russell J. Horning, officiating.

Burial will folow in the Portage Township Cemetery, Austin, PA Memorial Contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Memorial Fund, 424 N. Broad Street, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

Endless Mountains Jam

Dorothy L. Grovanz Brown

Dorothy L. Grovanz Brown, 91, of Maple Street Apartments, 40 W. 5th St., Emporium, PA died at her residence, Emporium, PA on Thursday (August 24, 2017) morning. 

She was born December 16, 1925 in Sinnamahoning, PA a daughter of the late Norman and Mildred Snyder Potts. Dorothy had worked years ago at Cameron Manufacturing for several years. She enjoyed cooking and was a very good cook who could turn anything into a good meal.

 Survived by one daughter, Linda (Dwight) Stuart, and a son, James Grovanz, both of Emporium; seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren; one sister, Norma Ellinger, Emporium; and a brother, Mearl Pitts, Arizona. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Mildred Potts; husband, James M. Grovanz, brother, Earl Pitts, sister, Mary Royer. 

At her request there will be No Visitation and Services will be Private 

Burial will be in the Gilmore Cemetery, Austin, PA

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

Charles Cole Health Screenings & Sept. Events

Saturday, September 9, 2017, 6:00 - 10:00 AM Cole Memorial & the Smethport Rotary will host Comprehensive Blood Analysis at the Smethport Fire Hall on Nelson Street. Cost is $45. For details or an appointment, call 814-274-8200.

Wednesday, September 13, 2017, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Cole Memorial Women’s Health Center, Coudersport Free Mammograms for underinsured women ages 40+ (Funded by the Twin Tiers Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure) To register, call 814-274-8200.

Thursday, September 14, 2017, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Free EMS Educational Dinner At Cole Memorial Hospital’s Main Conference Room Topics include: “Exploring the Opioid Epidemic & Current Drug Trends in Potter County for the EMS provider” presented by Potter County Judge Minor & Colleen Wilbur, BA, MS of the Potter County Drug and Alcohol Program. REGISTER BY 9/11/17 at 814-274-9301 (x6512).

2017 Red Raider Football

Nora E. Clark

Nora E. Clark, 87, of Ridgmont Assisted Living, Ridgway, PA formerly of Old West Creek Rd., Emporium, PA died at Ridgmont Assisted Living Facility, Ridgway, PA on Tuesday morning. (August 22, 2017) She was born August 30, 1929 in Emporium, PA a daughter of the late Charles and Jessie Uber Kriner. On November 16, 1984 in Rew, PA she married Arthur Clark, who survives. Mrs. Clark's First husband was Charles Dechant. She had worked at the Cameron County High School cafeteria for twelve years. She was a member of the American Legion Auxilliary in Jamestown, NY.

She is survived by her husband Arthur Clark; three daughter, Beverly McMillan, Elyria, OH; Barbara (Sam) Johnson, Goosecreek, SC; Bonnie (John) Green, Canandaigua, NY; two sons, Bernard "Ben" (Toni) Krieg, Warren, PA; Bruce Krieg, Chandlier, AZ; two stepdaughters, Kathy (Kris) Kennedy, Butler; Rhonda Swanson, Cleveland, OH; two stepsons, Gary (Melissa) Clark and Jeff (Alicia) Clark, both of Emporium; several grandchildren, several great grandchildren; three sisters, Bernice, Mrs. Roger Harwood, Las Vegas; Ella, Mrs. Richard McGarvey, Rochester, NY and Edith Mrs. Gill Stauffer, St. Marys; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Jessie Kriner, first husband, Charles Dechant; stepson, John Clark who died in 1979; four brothers, Raymond, Andrew, Buddy & Lynn Kriner and one sister, Rena Reynolds.

There will be No Visitation.

 A Memorial Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Joseph Short, Pastor of First United Methodist Church officiating.

Burial will be in the Morrison Cemetery, Emporium, PA 

Memorial Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Cameron Unit, P.O. Box 62, 135 W. Fourth St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to Guy & Mary Felt Manor, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834 

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Ann Prosper

Ann Prosper, 68, of 421 Shirley Lane, Oakdale, PA formerly of Emporium died at Citizens Care in Oakdale, PA on Wednesday morning. (August 23, 2017)

She was born September 13, 1948 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Anthony and Dorothy Raffaele Prosper. Ann lived in Pittsburgh in a group home for many years. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church in Emporium. 

She is survived by two brothers, John (Aloma) Prosper and Tom Prosper of Emporium along with several nieces and nephews.

 She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Dorothy Prosper, and a brother, Sam Prosper.

 There will be No Visitation.

 Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be Celebrated at St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Monday (August 28, 2017) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant. 

Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net 

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Hygrade Inn September Contest

SEPTEMBER CONTEST DETAILS ARE HERE!!!!

 *****QUESTION***** If you could look into your crystal light bulb and know you'd be successful, what would it take for you to follow a passion and become an entrepreneur during the next 10 years, and what is that passion? Everyone has a dream. Don't be afraid to show it. This is the question of the month. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL TO POST. YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT COULD HAPPEN. You must follow the Hygrade to participate in writing or voting. Read the following and write 500-750 WORDS answering the question below by replying to this post. Entries can be posted through SEPTEMBER 20.

*****PRIZE***** The post with the most likes from FOLLOWERS by noon on Saturday September 30 will win a TWO NIGHT STAY at the Hygrade Inn (upon opening) with premium accommodations for two people in the Master Suite. We hope to be a catalyst to conversation and help inspire a movement. GOOD LUCK and we really look forward to hearing from people in the community.

****SEPTEMBER CONTEST**** The town of Emporium, in the county of Cameron, has roots that date back into the 1800s. Among the industries that made Emporium a thriving, vibrant community were dynamite packing, electronic, and powdered metal, among others. Innovation and inspiration, combined with neighbors and leadership, made this community strong. Imagine if Emporium Pennsylvania began to see an influx of visitors and new businesses over the next 10 years. The partnership between both small industry and the outdoor tourism industry attracted an additional 500-1000 visitors locally annually. The power of new business becomes feasible and economically wise.

*****QUESTION***** If you could look into your crystal light bulb and know you'd be successful, what would it take for you to follow a passion and become an entrepreneur during the next 10 years, and what is that passion? Everyone has a dream. Don't be afraid to show it.

To follow the Hygrade Inn and it's amazing progress visit the FB page by clicking on the link below. You must have a FB page to do this.  https://www.facebook.com/TheHygradeInn

2017 David Hutton Memorial Scholarship Run & Walk

Saturday was a beautiful day for the David Hutton Memorial Scholarship 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk.

 Find the complete race results here    https://sites.google.com/site/davidhuttonmemorial/home

Upcoming Happenings @ the Emporium Senior Center

Upcoming Happenings @ the Emporium Senior Center: All are welcome to attend.

Sunday, September 10th— Open Mic Potato Bar @ 1pm-5pm

Monday, September 11th— Helpmates will be here, available to do Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Oxygen Screenings from 11:30am-12:00pm.

Monday, September 11th— Club Meeting @ 1pm. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Thursday, September 14th— Scam Program with Jerry Mitchell from the Attorney General’s Office @ 12:30pm

Sunday, September 17th—Bingo @ 1pm

Tuesday, September 19th— Community Nurse Day! FREE Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings from 11-11:30am and a short program about the Flu at 11:30am.

2nd Annual Emporium Senior Center Baked Potato & Open Mic Event!

“The time has finally arrived for the long awaited 2nd Annual Baked Potato & Open Mic Event at the Emporium Senior Center. All are invited to attend this fun and relaxing come and go time of fun &food on Sunday, September 10th, from 1pm until 5pm.

 To help raise money for the center, a “Baked Potato Bar” will be available for $5 ($3 for children 12 and under) during this event. There will be plenty of toppings to choose from, such as Chili, Hamburg Gravy, and Broccoli & cheese! Takeouts will be available, for those unable to stay for the music. We also plan to have a door prize drawing & to raffle off a Harvest Basket during this event! For those of you entertainers interested in participating in the open mic, give the center a call at 486-3707! Pencil us in on your calendars & we will see you on the 10th!!”

Off the Grill Raffle

Off the Grill Raffle Saturday, August 26 at 6 PM - 10 PM 

 The Cameron County Fair Association is hosting an Off the Grill Raffle on Saturday, August 27. 50-50 and Chinese Auction items will also be available. 

The doors will open at 6:00 and the raffle will begin at 7:00.

 Food will be available beginning at 6:00. Please come and support the fair!

 Free admission and free food, raffles cost $1.00 per ticket, 20-25 drawings throughout the evening.

 This event will be held at the Emporium Fire Hall 419 N Broad St, Emporium, Pennsylvania 15834

Lego Club @ the Barbara Moscato Brown Library

LEGO creations.... @ the Barbara Moscato Brown Library

 Next Lego Club is September 14.....check library for details 

 The Barbara Moscato Brown Library is located at:  

27 West 4th St

 Emporium, Pennsylvania 15834-0430 

Telephone: 814-486-8011

 E-Mail: brocampl@zitomedia.net

http://www.barbaramoscatobrownlibrary.org

Sylvan Heritage Program ~ Final Round of Military Banners

The Sylvan Heritage Council's third and final round of military banners will be going up tomorrow in Emporium beginning at 8 am. Thank you so much to our 154 sponsors - we certainly couldn't have done this project without you. And thank you, ultimately, to those men and women (and their families) who sacrificed so much for our great country. It's been our privilege to honor you all with this program. 

 The Sylvan Heritage Council, a group of Cameron County residents with diverse backgrounds, is committed to the betterment of our community through positive energy and action. A few of the projects that we have sponsored are: the installation of the Emporium welcome signs and the surrounding landscaping at the east and west end of town, the mural and banner projects, the new signs for the Endeavor and other local businesses, and the placement of a block retaining wall at the town’s east end triangle. These projects of the Sylvan Heritage Council are most fitting to their mission: to pursue sustainable economic growth through the beautification, revitalization, and historic preservation of our community in such a way that capitalizes on our area’s abundant natural resources and maintains our proud local heritage. We want our community to thrive and we intend to continue to be a driving force behind that cause.

3rd Annual Dice Run

All Fired Up & Kickin Ash

All Fired Up & Kickin Ash

Cameron County Chamber of Commerce firing up for the All Fired Up & Kickin Ash BBQ Competition set for Saturday September 23. The annual event held the 4th Saturday of September continues to draw competitors and visitors from across the United States. “The first competitor to register comes from the Clarion area,” says executive director Tina Johns Solak.

The event will grow to two days this year with the addition of Alleghany Mountain Chapter of Nam Knights. The group is organizing adult beverage sales and entertainment for Friday and Saturday. Friday night following the Cameron County High School home football game, competitors will be available to answer questions. “This is a wonderful mingling opportunity and a way to grow the event,” says Johns Solak.

Saturday competitors will be judged on 7 categories including dessert and sides. Attendees can also cast votes for their favorite. Food sales will begin at noon.

The chamber website has rules and a registration form online at www.cameroncountychamber.org. Currently the chamber is accepting names of people wishing to judge the competition. No experience is required, just a hearty appetite

Kenneth I. Burkhouse

Kenneth I. Burkhouse, 93, of 616 Rich Valley Rd, Emporium, PA formerly of Sylvan Heights died at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA on Tuesday (August 15, 2017) afternoon. He was born September 7, 1923 in Reynoldsville, PA a son of the late Fred and Mae Smith Burkhouse. On July 19, 1947 in Mt. Jewett he married the late Margaret "Peg" Cupp Burkhouse.

Ken graduated from Mount Jewett High School where he was a standout basketball player, playing at the state level. He served with the US Armys Air Corps as a Second Lieutenant where he was a flight instructor during war war II. He then graduated from the Philadelphia School of Pharmacy. He owned several pharmacies in Ridgway and in Lebanon, PA and later partnered with Ed Lundburg in the former Burklund Pharmacy in Emporium, from which he retired in 1989. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Emporium and was an avid golfer bowler, member and past president of the Emporium Country Club for many years.

He is survived by two sons, Robert (Merri) Burkhouse, Ridgway and Kenneth (Ruthie) Burkhouse, Emporium; four grandchildren: Kelly, Kimberly, Justin and Katie; two great grandchildren: Eastan and Cooper.

 He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Mae Burkhouse; his wife, Margaret "Peg" Burkhouse who died Sept. 11, 1998; one daughter, in infancy and a brother, Donald Burkhouse.

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Sunday from 1-5 PM.

 Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Monday (August 21, 2017) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Steven Miller, Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, officiating.

 A Military Service will be accorded by the Cameron County Memorial Detail. 

Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA 

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Clara V. Sarick

Clara V. Sarick, 94, of 44 S. Cherry St., Emporium, PA died, peacefully with her family at her side, at her residence on Sunday morning. (August 13, 2017) She was born January 7, 1923 in Emporium, PA a daughter of the late Charles and Rose Gennacarro Vassallo. On October 31, 1944 in St. Mark Catholic Church she married the late John "Sonny" Sarick. Clara graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1941. She retired from Sylvania after 35 years in the payroll Department. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church and the American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW Womans Auxiliary, Unit #6222. She enjoyed playing cards, having played for over 50 years with the same group of friends. Clara loved the many flowers that surrounded her home of the last seventy-plus years, watching them bloom and change with the seasons was such a joy to her. She loved watching her birds on the feeders, reading books, chocolates, playing cards, and sharing time with family and friends. Her greatest love was for her family.

 Clara is survived by her son, Barry E. Sarick, Emporium; daughter, Nancy Sarick Vierhaus, San Jose, CA; three Grandchildren: John D. Sarick, Treasure Lake, PA, Jill Santos, Ventura, California, & Eric Vierhaus, Oakland, California; two great grandchildren: Ziggy Finn Santos & Cameron Anisa Sarick and numerous nieces and nephews.

 Clara was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Rose Vassallo; her beloved and love of her life husband, John "Sonny" Sarick in 2006; two sisters, Virginia MacDonald and Caroline Drotos; one brother, Charles Joseph “Joe” Vassallo.

 Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Friday, August 18, 2017 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM, where a Vigil Service will be held at 6:45 PM.

 Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday (August 19, 2017) at 10:00 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant. 

 Burial will follow in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA 

 Memorial Contributions may be made to the Cameron County Memorial Detail, c/o VFW, 427 E. 3rd St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library, 27 W. 4th St., PO Box 430, Emporium, PA 15834-0430 

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.