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2018 Elk County Fair Queen and King

The 2018 Elk County Fair Queen and King were crowned on Tuesday, Aug. 7.
Previous Queens, as well as those from other counties, were present at the event.

Elk County Striders Lee Foster Memorial 5 Mile Race

Last year, the Elk County Striders hosted the thirty-third annual Lee Foster Memorial 5 Mile Race, named after a great Elk County runner who died far too young. 

Finding wildflowers in your food

Early area settlers knew it, and so did Native American tribes before them, this area is rich with food sources, including many plants. Every local has their favorite spot to find blackberries in the summer and leeks in the winter.

Bridges tenders resignation from North Central

In a surprise move at the July 25 meeting of the North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission, Executive Director Eric M. Bridges tendered his resignation to the executive board effective July 27.

Elk County Chamber of Commerce host Prime Rib and Seafood Picnic

Despite the weather, over 100 people turned out for an afternoon of fun and food to support the Elk County Chamber of Commerce. Pictured in the center are Tony Viflione, Joey's Donuts; Steve Cleveland, Elk County Foods and Michael DePanfilis, Cliffe's and the Prescription Center.

Ridgway Rotary introduces WDDH member

At a recent meeting of the Ridgway Rotary Club, held on July 10, Past-President Roger Peterson introduced Barry Morgan of WDDH, who provided a program on the changes in radio broadcasting, programming equipment and marketing over the past 30 years. 

RFD Carnival kicks off on Monday

The 75th annual Ridgway Fireman's Carnival begins next Monday, July 23. This annual event is one of the longest running events in Ridgway and attracts thousands of people each year to the downtown area. 

Big Buck winners announced at banquet

A large crowd of 350 hunters attended the 14th Annual Big Buck Contest on Wednesday evening at the Johnsonburg Fire Hall.

DCC welcomes home Rep. Matt Gabler

DuBOIS –– DuBois Central Catholic School recognized one of its own on Friday, Jan. 4, during a “Welcome Home” event for state Rep. Matt Gabler (R-Clearfield/Elk). The program began at 1:15 p.m. in the high school auditorium, located at 200 Central Christian Road, DuBois.

Ridgway Township Supervisors begin New Year with board appointments

Ridgway Township started the New Year off with the Yearly Reorganization Meeting at 7 p.m. at the Borough Offices. All supervisors were present along with Treasurer/Secretary Michelle Bogacki.