The field will be narrowed from four Democrats and two Republicans on May 19 when each party will nominate only one candidate for the position of Licking Creek Township supervisor. The six-year term of office is being sought on the Democratic side by incumbent John R. Swindell Sr. as well as newcomers Curt Lynch, James A. Laughlin and Brian Gordon. More...
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has announced the award of the first six transportation stimulus projects in south-central Pennsylvania that are financed with federal funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). More...
Local volunteers worked diligently Saturday to remove 70 bags or trash and litter as well as multiple bulky items from roadways running parallel to three tributaries of the Little Aughwick Creek. Sponsored by Friends of the Little Aughwick Creek, the event in the Fort Littleton area was held in conjunction with the Great American Cleanup and boasted three times the volunteers from prior cleanups. Volunteers included (front, l to r): Brian Dupree, Wyster Wines, Dalton Hawbaker, Blayze Swope, Derrick Winegardner, (back, l to r) Amanda Garland, Megan Skiles, Heidi Basler, Greg Ramsey, Chris Swope, Doug Everhart, Aaron Gracey and Cory Cutchall. In addition to the volunteers, Park's Texaco, PennDOT and the Fulton County Probation Department were also responsible for lending a hand. An additional cleanup organized for Burnt Cabins has been set for Saturday, May 9. Interested volunteers are urged to gather at the Burnt Cabins Grist Mill at 9 a.m. to help with the event. More...
Fulton County Society of Farm Women was formed in October 1959 by Lois Gordon. The group marked its 50th year by hosting a convention on Saturday, May 2, at McConnellsburg firehall. The program was attended by 60 members and guests. Society of Farm Women includes chapters in 14 counties of southern Pennsylvania. More...
To The Editor: I have been meaning to write this for a long time. On Friday, May 8, it is Childcare Providers' Day. As a parent of three children, I am very much honored to say thank you to the staff at Fulton County Center For Families Childcare. You will never meet a bunch of talented, loving and caring women like the ladies at the childcare. More...
A fourth birthday party was held for Abby Hann recently. Abby's birthday was on April 18. She is the daughter of Chris and Christian Hann of Knobsville. More...
RICHMOND, Va. - Kyle Busch celebrated his 24th birthday by winning both the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series races at Richmond this past weekend. Busch made his final charge to the front moments after a restart on lap 349 in Saturday night's Crown Royal 400. He got by Carl Edwards for second place on lap 351 and was able to pass Jeff Gordon for the lead one lap later. More...
The Museum Spring Tea, held in the Fulton House on Saturday, was a huge success with 30 ladies in attendance. Violinist Elise Rinehart complemented the conversation with classical music, blending the whole into a pleasant experience. Many expressed their appreciation and enjoyment of the event. More...
National Day of Prayer An informal National Day of Prayer gathering will be held on the lawn of the Fulton County Courthouse at noon Thursday, May 7. All are encouraged to participate and offer prayers to the Lord for the community and nation. More information may be obtained by calling 717-987-3935. More...
A less-expensive education is the appeal at stripped-down satellite campuses
SALEM, N.H. - Kaileen Crane was hardly interested in the hefty price tag that comes with the traditional college experience. So she's paying $10,000 a year for the Advantage Program offered by Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), a private college. More...
20 Years Ago From The Files Of May 4, 1989 '89 Praise Animal Products Inc., which has operated out of the former Gordon mobile home site along Route 16 east of Mc- Connellsburg, has recently expanded, according to company owners. The company began operation at the site in September 1987. More...
The following couples applied for marriage licenses at the local courthouse during the past week: Joshua Gray Hufham, 20, Warfordsburg, and Julie Pauline Leese, 18, Warfordsburg. David E. Terry, 34, Robertsdale, and Amanda Dawn Bolinger, 26, Robertsdale. More...
Naomi S. Clippinger, 65, Mc- Connellsburg, died Friday, May 1, 2009, at her residence. She was born in Harrisonville, August 16, 1943, the daughter of the late Jesse W. and Mary N. (Berkstresser) Mellott. She retired from JLG Industries in McConnellsburg with almost 23 years of service. More...
Katie Jo Cutchall and James R. Miller III were united in marriage Saturday, November 15, 2008, at 4:00 p.m., at the Heritage Hills Country Club in York. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brown Cutchall of Hustontown and Janis Cutchall of McConnellsburg. More...
Pa. Judicial Candidates Speak To GOP