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Community Life August 4, 2007
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Malize joins Parente Randolph
      Peter Malize, a native of Emporium, has joined Parente Randolph as a junior accountant in the firm's Wellsboro office. Malize will focus his attention in the areas of tax and small business accounting. He will also perform audits of commercial, governmental, non-profit and health care entities.
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'Music & More' registration now
      Registration for "Music and More" creative arts classes for preschool children is now open. Classes will be held on Thursday mornings from September through May, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00, at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church Parish Hall. Registrations are being accepted for children ages two to kindergart...
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     Senior Center members continue to walk their way to health via Club Promenade, a program sponsored by the Office of Human Services. Some 24 members have joined in walking with partners. Prizes are awarded for each milestone of 100, 200, 300 and 400 miles. Shown with 100-mile certificates are Judi Br...
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Britton finalist in national beauty pageant
      Taylor Elizabeth Britton, 5, was a state finalist in the National American Miss Pageant in Harrisburg. She is the daughter of David and Leane Britton of Emporium. Judging was based on "inner beauty," as well as poise and presentation. Emphasis was placed on self-confidence, learning new skills, ...
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Woodsmen's Show celebrates heritage
      The 56th annual Woodsmen's Show is in full swing at Cherry Springs State Park in central Potter County, continuing through Sunday. Not only does this event celebrate the rich lumber history of Potter County, it also allows some of the top lumberjacks of the country to compete in events such as cr...
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Keating Twp. community supper Aug. 8
      Residents and friends from the Keating Summit area are encouraged to attend the Classic Summer Cookout Dinner on Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 5:00 to 7:30 at the Keating Summit United Methodist Church on Rt. 607. Live southern-style gospel music by the Glenn Lucas Family will be featured from 7:00 to ...
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Wigfield named to dean's list
      Nathan James Wigfield, a senior at Waynesburg College, was named to the dean's list. Wigfield is pursuing a business administration degree. He is a graduate of the Cameron County High School.
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Library lists memorial contributions
      Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library has announed recent memorial donations as follows: Donated by Harriet Stolz: Eyewitness Travel Guides: India. In memory of James R. & Esther Spence Bosnik by Jack E. Cox and Edwin H.
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     Cameron County High School Class of 1972 had a blast at Saturday's reunion at the Emporium Country Club. Attending were (left to right): front -- Pete Grimone, Mike Callahan, Rick Olivett, Ed Woods, Mary Olivett and John Horning; middle - - Jeannine Spotts, Walter Clingan, Joe Delucia, Helen Ruberto...
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Julia Kolat honored at retirement party
      other well-wishers gathered to honor long-time educator Julia Kolat during a retirement dinner at the Coudersport Golf Club. A resident of Coudersport, Miss Kolat was a classroom teacher at Austin Area School District for many years. Most recently, she served as an instructional support/pre-refer...
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Girl gives golden 'locks of love'
      Once Nicole Smith heard about Locks of Love, she knew what she wanted to do with her perfect hair. Nicole, the daughter of Kim and John Smith of Austin, had been growing her golden brown hair -- now long and flowing - since birth.
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Fair being dedicated to memory of Don Williams, Sandy Lyon
      This year's Cameron County Fair is dedicated to the memories of two long-time fair volunteers: Don Williams and Sandy Lyon. They will be remembered during the brief fair opening ceremonies on Monday night at 6:00.
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Glenn Lucas band to perform
      Glenn Lucas and his sons Tom, Tim and Norman perform music that celebrates their Christian faith with a bit of rock and country flair. "Celebration" is the key word for the Lucases. They believe that gospel music can be as lively and fun as it is inspirational.
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Hats Off to fair folks!
      Many thanks to the volunteers who have made this year's Cameron County Fair a reality. Without their selfless service, there would be no Cameron County Fair!
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     Dave Smith from Pizza Palace Plus in Emporium demonstrated pizza tossing techniques during last year's fair. His company then donated the pizzas for the pizza eating contest.
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Make great chili? Enter it!
      Everyone knows some of the state's best chefs live right here in Cameron County. They'll prove it once again at the Cameron County Fair during Tuesday night's Great Chili Cookoff. Just prepare your best batch of chili or a barbecued item and bring your entry to the fairgrounds. A team of judges ...
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     Magical funny man Denny Hubler will be among the performers at this year's fair. Last year, he entertained Billie Rae Berry and her grandmother, Ellen Travis.
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Beautiful baby will win basket of prizes!
      A basket of gifts awaits the winner of the Beautiful Baby Contest at this year's Cameron County Fair. Contestants' pictures will be posted at Beaver Hall during fair week and votes will consist of donations of 10 cents. Proceeds will help defray the costs of this year's fair.
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Can't sing? No problem. Fake it during this fair contest
      Singing talent is optional, but timing and stage presence are everything, during the Cameron County Fair's annual Lip Sync Contest. It's set for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Contestants will swing and sway while matching their lip movements to recorded vocals. They'll be judged on synchronization, as we...
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Carpenters wanted!
      Think you're pretty handy with a hammer? You can strut your stuff at 6:30 Thursday night at the Cameron County Fair during the Nail Driving Contest. The object is to drive the most nails into a board during a short time period. Top three finishers will earn cash prizes in each of four divisions: ...
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Harvey Gribble tournament
      Cameron County's best horseshoe pitchers will be out in force on Saturday morning, Aug. 11, during the finale of the Cameron County Fair. They'll compete in the Harvey Gribble Memorial, under the traditional Cameron County Recreation Board rules, for cash prizes and the envy of their peers.
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Long list of events planned
      Saturday, August 4 Noon-7:00: Competitive exhibits accepted at Beaver Hall. Sunday, August 5 10:00-4:00: Competitive exhibit judging. 7:00: Vesper Service by Cameron County Ministerial Association. Performance by Randy Simpson & friends.
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     The game show tradition at the Cameron County Fair dates back a while. Here (from left), Max Narby and Paul Travis join long-time host Don Williams during a past year's show. This year's All-American Game Show has been named as a memorial to Williams, a long-time volunteer. Part of Monday night's ki...
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Essence of Motion to perform
      Students from Essence of Motion Dance Studio in Emporium and Coudersport will be demonstrating their skills as part of the 2007 Cameron County Fair. They'll perform Monday night at 7:30 on the main stage.
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Queen, court announced Wednesday
      Who will be this year's Miss Cameron County and Junior Miss Cameron County? Find out Wednesday night during the traditional coronation ceremony, starting at 7:00. Candidates are being judged on poise, appearance, vocal quality, response to judges' questions and overall impression.
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Pet show, live music, others planned
      Who knows what kinds of animals will be on parade at this year's Cameron County Fair Pet Show? The event will take place at 5:45 p.m. Wednesday with "Pets on Parade" and judging. You can enter your dog, cat, iguana, ferret, hamster, or you name it!
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     Who will be the 2007 Cameron County Fair Queen and her court? Find out Wednesday night on the stage. Last year's court included, from left: Princess Paige Berry, Queen Victoria Lippert, Junior Miss Erica Carpin and Prince Andy Richnafsky.
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Smooth ride for bicyclers riding for cancer charity
      About 60 bicyclists passed through Potter County Tuesday and Wednesday as they continue their six-day Pennsylvania Perimeter Ride Against Cancer (PPRAC). "Everything has gone very well," said the group's leader, Bob Freed, as he and the other bicyclists relaxed at the Coudersport Elementary Schoo...
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Potter County Fair winding down
      Anyone who assumes that all young people are turning away from their agricultural heritage would be pleasantly surprised by a trip to this year's Potter County Fair.
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Photos
      Rachel Wilcox (foreground, top photo) and Sarah Schwab mixed milk shakes at the Bronc Busters 4-H booth, a fixture on the midway of the Potter County Fair. The booth raises funds for 4-H while promoting dairy products.
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Speed sign watching you in Austin
      At the request of the residents of Austin Borough, PennDOT has placed a radar-controlled speed display sign along Rt. 872. The sign will remain on location for about two weeks. It registers the speed of vehicles traveling near the intersection of First Fork Road. Those speeds are posted on the li...
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'Marvelous Mondays'
      "Marvelous Monday," a project of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce, will continue through August. The promotion includes specials, promotions and giveaways every Monday at many businesses. Participating merchants have posted Marvelous Monday decals at their entrances.
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