GIVING BACK TO THE REV. SIMPSON
CAMERON COUNTY PASTOR TO BE HONORED
      One of Cameron County's revered pastors will be honored during a community celebration on Sunday, July 27. The Rev. Dwight Simpson retired earlier this year from his service at the Faith Baptist Church on Rich Valley Road in Emporium. He now resides in Maryland.
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Birth Announcements
      Baby boy born A son was born to Kortney Geci and Cody Airing of Austin on Friday, June 20, 2008. Gavin J. Aikens Tim and Lisa Fair Aikens of Emporium are parents of a son born June 10, 2008, at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport.
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Graduate from Penn State
      Four Cameron County residents were recently awarded diplomas from Penn State University. They are: Geri Lewis of Driftwood, with a degree in human development and family studies; Meredith Straub of Emporium, a degree in business administration; Jocelyn Kuleck of Emporium, a degree in crime, law a...
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Habitat home nearly finished
      Construction should be completed on another Potter County Habitat for Humanity house as early as this weekend. Volunteers will resume work at 8 am Saturday at the Habitat house being built on a hilltop lot at Fourth and Hill streets in Coudersport for Bryan and Theresa Welsh.
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Patriotic concert set for Sunday
      A patriotic concert, "Sweet Freedom's Song." is set for 7 pm Sunday at the First Baptist Church of Emporium. A pie and ice cream social will also be held. The church is located on the corner of Fifth and Broad streets. For more information, contact Rev. Scott Melott at 486-5691.
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Genealogy club update
      Cameron County Genealogy Club members won't be meeting in July. Next meeting will be held at 10 am Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library in Emporium.
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Rotary picnic set Aug. 20
      Tickets are on sale for the annual Emporium Rotary Picnic, a popular event to be held Wednesday, Aug. 20, at the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club along Rt. 155 near Emporium. The tradition starts at 1 pm and is open to those 21 years and older.
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Watershed group to meet
      Bucktail Watershed Association will fill three vacancies on its board of directors on Tuesday. Meeting will be held at the Cameron County Courthouse, starting at 7 pm. For more information, call 486-9354.
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     Margaret Harris was among Emporium Garden Club's 28 members and guests that made hypertufa planting troughs Monday. Emporium resident Bill Hopwood helped mix the concrete like material, while L&M Lumber lent the concrete mixer. Alex Davis Photo
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     Korean War veterans received recognition recently at Pitt-Bradford for their service to the nation. Among those on hand were these four members of the Emporium High School Class of 1950 who answered the call to duty (from left): Bill Noah, Ed Holt, Al Lyon and Ken Ostrum. State Assemblyman Martin Ca...
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LOCAL SENIOR CITIZENS WARM UP TO 'WII'
By Alex Davis Endeavor News
      Modern technology allows members of the Emporium Senior Center to pass the time while staying in shape with a new twist on "participation sports." With the help of a large-screen TV and a Nintendo Wii gaming system, they can try their skills in bowling, tennis, baseball, boxing and golf.
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Austin student helping library
      An Austin High School student is embarking on a goal to stock the school library with new books. Steffanie Little is calling on local residents to help with her school project by donating money or books. "I chose this as my project because our library needs some modifications and additions," she...
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Seminar July 21
      Cameron County Chamber of Commerce will host a business marketing seminar from 1 to 3:30 pm July 21. Fee is $35 for Chamber members and $45 for others. Registration is available through the Chamber website or by calling 486-4314.
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'Dam Show' band carries on
      One of the most popular acts to ever appear at the Dam Show returns this year to fill the Freeman Run valley with the rich blend of horns, drums, vocal harmony and an infectious spirit. Members of Buddhahood will be performing with heavy hearts, however, as they carry on without their former lead...
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'Old Hickory' in Coudersport falls victim to time
      Coudersport Borough officials are growing concerned about the deteriorating condition of a downtown landmark, the former Old Hickory tavern, hotel and restaurant on North Main Street. At this month's meeting, Borough Council members discussed their options in the event that the property has been ...
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History of the Old Hickory
      (Editor's Note: The late Rev. Robert B. Merten researched the history of the Old Hickory for the Rigas family in 1990. Here are some excerpts from his findings.) Having seen a house in Pittsburgh that he admired very much, attorney Franklin W. Knox decided to build one exactly like it in...
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