When Jacque Meredith wrote an essay on pro-life for school, she never thought she would win the statewide contest.
"I was not expecting to win."
But, the soon-to-be Bishop McCort freshman did.
Author to appear during Serbian Festival
The Forgotten 500 by Gregory A. Freeman is both a gripping true-life narrative about a relatively unknown World War II adventure story and a tribute to one of Johnstown's own, Lt. George S. Musulin who will be inducted into the Cambria County Military Hall of Fame in September.
Freeman tells the story of Operation Halyard in 1944 which was the largest rescue ever of downed American airman. More than 500 U.S. airmen were rescued, along with some from other countries, in the hills of Yugoslavia. They parachuted into this unknown land of rough-looking villagers and soon found out that the local Serbs were willing to sacrifice their own lives to keep the downed airmen out of enemy hands. A complicated plan was put in place, and with the cooperation of many, the airmen were lifted out in broad daylight. The operation was not without problems and Freeman spares no excitement or details in the book.
Freeman will be at the Cambria County War Memorial on July 31 between 2:30- 5 p.m. to talk about the book. "The Forgotten 500" is available to purchase and Freeman will sign copies.
Freeman tells the story of Operation Halyard in 1944 which was the largest rescue ever of downed American airman. More than 500 U.S. airmen were rescued, along with some from other countries, in the hills of Yugoslavia. They parachuted into this unknown land of rough-looking villagers and soon found out that the local Serbs were willing to sacrifice their own lives to keep the downed airmen out of enemy hands. A complicated plan was put in place, and with the cooperation of many, the airmen were lifted out in broad daylight. The operation was not without problems and Freeman spares no excitement or details in the book.
Freeman will be at the Cambria County War Memorial on July 31 between 2:30- 5 p.m. to talk about the book. "The Forgotten 500" is available to purchase and Freeman will sign copies.
Richland junior headed to national track championships
Richland junior Paige Lumley will be among the more than 6,000 of the nation's best young track and field athletes heading to the 44th annual USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships in Sacramento, Calif., July 27 - Aug. 1.
Lumley, a state qualifier in four events as a sophomore, will compete in the 100-meter hurdles and triple jump after qualifying for the national championships earlier this summer.
While many of the athletes at the national event will be attending as part of club teams with 30 to 40 members, Lumley will be the lone attendee from her school.
Lumley, a state qualifier in four events as a sophomore, will compete in the 100-meter hurdles and triple jump after qualifying for the national championships earlier this summer.
While many of the athletes at the national event will be attending as part of club teams with 30 to 40 members, Lumley will be the lone attendee from her school.
Pa. handyman convicted of swindling woman, 94
EBENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man has been convicted of stealing more than $650,000 from an elderly woman.
Jurors in Cambria County deliberated for only about an hour Wednesday afternoon before convicting 55-year-old Frank Solensky Jr. of Windber of all 18 counts of theft by deception.
The 94-year-old woman says she treated Solensky like a son from 2000 to 2008, and she even listed him in her prepared obituary — but she’s now changed that. Prosecutors said he took the money in 268 checks made out by the woman for inflated costs for home improvement and repair supplies.
Solensky pleaded guilty in March but later withdrew the plea. He testified Wednesday that he was innocent and had done all work sought by the woman. Solensky appeared stunned by the verdict and declined to answer questions from reporters as he left the courtroom.
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Jurors in Cambria County deliberated for only about an hour Wednesday afternoon before convicting 55-year-old Frank Solensky Jr. of Windber of all 18 counts of theft by deception.
The 94-year-old woman says she treated Solensky like a son from 2000 to 2008, and she even listed him in her prepared obituary — but she’s now changed that. Prosecutors said he took the money in 268 checks made out by the woman for inflated costs for home improvement and repair supplies.
Solensky pleaded guilty in March but later withdrew the plea. He testified Wednesday that he was innocent and had done all work sought by the woman. Solensky appeared stunned by the verdict and declined to answer questions from reporters as he left the courtroom.
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Laparoscopic surgery option for women facing hysterectomy
Laparoscopic surgery has benefitted many.
Now, women facing hysterectomy — the removal of their uterus — may be able to have the surgery done laparoscopically.
"Laparoscopic hysterectomy is an excellent choice," said Dr. Erin Hott, OB/GYN surgeon at Windber Medical Center.
There are three different types of hysterectomy: vaginal, abdominal and now laparoscopic.
Incisions are made at the top of a woman's vagina for a vaginal hysterectomy and an incision similar to a C-section is made for an abdominal hysterectomy.
Now, women facing hysterectomy — the removal of their uterus — may be able to have the surgery done laparoscopically.
"Laparoscopic hysterectomy is an excellent choice," said Dr. Erin Hott, OB/GYN surgeon at Windber Medical Center.
There are three different types of hysterectomy: vaginal, abdominal and now laparoscopic.
Incisions are made at the top of a woman's vagina for a vaginal hysterectomy and an incision similar to a C-section is made for an abdominal hysterectomy.
Showcase highlights businesses, continues Murtha's vision
In the wake of Congressman John Murtha's passing, this year's Showcase for Commerce will be an opportunity for local businesses to honor his legacy and continue with his vision.
"The showcase took wing with Congressman Murtha's interest," said Robert Leyo, president of the Greater Johnstown-Cambria County Chamber of Commerce. "He branded it as an opportunity for the businesses to get together."
This year, Congressman Norm Dicks, Chairman of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, will be the showcase's keynote speaker at the John P. Murtha Breakfast on June 4.
"The showcase took wing with Congressman Murtha's interest," said Robert Leyo, president of the Greater Johnstown-Cambria County Chamber of Commerce. "He branded it as an opportunity for the businesses to get together."
This year, Congressman Norm Dicks, Chairman of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, will be the showcase's keynote speaker at the John P. Murtha Breakfast on June 4.
Technically, I've been a senior for a long time. Well, according to AARP, we become seniors at age 55, or is it 50, or 39? Anyway, they started mailing me those gosh awful membership cards when I could still bench press 350 pounds, party all night and stand on my head. Now, I weigh 350 pounds, a party for me is a warm bath, and my head ... my head still gets some action when my grand kids tramp on it while running across the room to get food.
So, one of my aging fantasies was to downsize and simplify my life, to become a minimalist like both Gandhi and my mom.
So, one of my aging fantasies was to downsize and simplify my life, to become a minimalist like both Gandhi and my mom.
My ideas
Struggling to try, try, try again
Automation vs. humans
Big Bird
Taking the good with the bad
Finally, after all those years
Luana Martin took her mother out for Mother's Day one year to have a chocolate walnut pie that changed her life.
She couldn't help but ask the chef for the recipe and he graciously gave her a copy.
"This is a really different pie, when I take it places, it always seems to go first," said Martin.
She couldn't help but ask the chef for the recipe and he graciously gave her a copy.
"This is a really different pie, when I take it places, it always seems to go first," said Martin.
Authentic Italian made simple
Easy-to-make shrimp dish a winner
Bringing beach Sand to the dinner table
Apple Cinnamon Puffs a sweet treat
Second place Recipe: Sailboats
Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos warm up summer meals
Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.
—Ephesians 6:13
—Ephesians 6:13
Pay now or later
God Loves You
God's way of kindness
Church to host patriotic recital
Church to hold farmers' market
Pray for America
Registrations are now being accepted for the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown's 29th annual Learning, Enrichment and Recreation Network (LEARN) program, the area's longest running premiere day camp learning experience for students.
Scheduled for mid-summer when students "yearn to LEARN," this year's program will run July 12 through July 16, on the Pitt-Johnstown campus, and is open to children who will be entering grades three through eight in the fall.
Scheduled for mid-summer when students "yearn to LEARN," this year's program will run July 12 through July 16, on the Pitt-Johnstown campus, and is open to children who will be entering grades three through eight in the fall.
Greater Johnstown Class of 2010
Forest Hills Class of 2010
Conemaugh Valley Class of 2010
Bishop McCort Class of 2010
Pitt-Johnstown's Gearhart recognized for service
St. Benedict students participate in science fair
Construction designs for a 184-foot steel-beam bridge spanning the Pennsylvania Turnpike are nearly complete.
The Laurel Hill State Park Complex hosted a public presentation Wednesday evening on the status of a single-span hiking trail bridge, a structure that would benefit thousands of outdoor enthusiasts. The bridge connects two ends of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.
The Laurel Hill State Park Complex hosted a public presentation Wednesday evening on the status of a single-span hiking trail bridge, a structure that would benefit thousands of outdoor enthusiasts. The bridge connects two ends of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.
Windber officer to participate in domestic abuse program
Grossi: Health care reform will offer consumers choice
Council launches real estate website
Day of Action results in 8,000 donated items
10th annual HealthStyles Race to be held
Whiskey Rebellion clothing sale fundraiser this weekend
Barbara Barto grew up eating corn chowder.
"My mom always made corn chowder and I always loved it," the Johnstown woman said. "She always put a cup of corn in it."
"My mom always made corn chowder and I always loved it," the Johnstown woman said. "She always put a cup of corn in it."