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Straub Insurance Agency

Straub Insurance Agency and Erie Insurance are committed to maintaining a high standard of excellence and establishing a strong relationship of mutual trust and service to each of our clients.

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We offer personal attention, full-time professional service, competitive pricing, a broad range of insurance products to meet your needs and an experienced staff of conscientious professionals.

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201 John St. • St. Marys PA 15857

Phone: (814) 834-2490 • Fax: (814) 834-7591

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318 E. Fourth St. • Emporium PA 15834

Phone: (814) 486-7225 • Fax: (814) 486-9493

Email: info@straubinsuranceagency.com

Home Equity Loan Special

Put the value of your house to work for you with a Home Equity Loan from Mountain laurel Federal Credit Union.

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Home Improvements, College Tuition or Vacation Getaway! Let MLFCU help you with your financial needs.

Rates starting as low as 2.99% APR* for up to 60 months!

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To apply for a loan, you can visit one of our seven locations to get a Home Equity Loan application.

Basket Classes Planned For 2020

Basket artist Catherine Snyder from Potter County encouraging people to antler and shed hunt this spring.  In August she will teach a basket class using those found items!  The antler basket is just one of three classes planned at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce & Artisan center by Snyder.  Snyder uses no patterns, creating the useable works of art as she weaves.

On March 14 Snyder will teach an Easter Basket.   Students will select their choice of shape and colors for the class.  The price is $33.00 and class will be held 9am-2pm.  Seating is limited to 10.

On June 20 the focus will be on creating a market basket or casserole carrier.  Students may select the handle type and learn shaping techniques.  The price is $45.00 and the class will be held from 9am-2pm.  Only 10 students will be accepted in the class.

The antler basket class will be held August 15 from 9am-5pm.  The cost is $60.00.  Students asked to bring their antlers to the chamber prior to the class, so they may be prepared for use in a basket.  The class is limited to 8 students.

The baskets are on display at the chamber office.  Students may register online at Eventbrite, by phoning the office at 814-486-4314, or in person.

Internet Speeds For Today & Tomorrow From Zito Media

NEW SPEEDS ARE HERE! Zito now offers high speed internet up to 200 Mbps. Includes unlimited data and Zito TV2GO when packaged with any video plan. Call today to get your areas top rated internet service.

Find more information on our website and is available between the hours of 9 AM EST and 9 PM EST. Just text us at 814-200-0728.

All New 2020 Ford Escape Available Now At Stoltz Ford

Stop by Stoltz Ford on the Million Dollar Highway soon and take a test drive in the all new 2020 Ford Escape. For more information, visit our website. CLICK HERE

ECCSS PTO 6th Annual Bag Bash March 14th

The 6th annual ECCSS PTO Bag Bash will be held on Saturday, March 14th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Red Fern. Tickets are $35 each (Must be 21). Tickets include dinner and 10 chances on designer bags.

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Purchase tickets at www.eccss.org/bagbash/

Meyer Wagner Brown & Kraus

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Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning, Real Estate Law & Closings, Auto Accident Attorneys, Business Law. Located at 115 Lafayette Street in St. Marys. Call 781-3445

Mass Violence Awareness & Survival Seminar To Be Presented March 16th

The Wilcox Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Mass Violence Awareness and Survival Seminar on Monday March 16th at 6 pm. This class will be presented by Corporal Greg Agosti, PSP. 

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The Class will be held at the Wilcox Fire Department. There is no charge for the class.

Corn Days At Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club

Corn Days February 29th & March 7th at 10 a.m. at the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club. Each day starts with breakfast at 8 a.m. Corn will be distributed from 10 a.m. to noon.

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​There will be meat raffles, door prizes and 50/50s every Saturday. Stop in at the club and join the fun. You must be a 2020 member to purchase corn. For membership, call the club @ 814-546-2835 x 4 and request an application, or stop in and sign up at the bar.

Relay For Life Comedy Night March 14th

The Elk County Relay For Life Will present a Comedy Night on Saturday, March 14th at the Ridgway Fire Hall. Featured will be Josh Kuderna, who performed on IMPROV Comedy Clubs. Mat Bergman from AXS TV, and Trey McDonough, from Arcade Comedy Theatre.

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Tickets for the event are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Tickets include dinner and soft drinks. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 8 p.m.

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Tickets available at Northwest Bank in St. Marys, Ridgway & Johnsonburg

4-H Club Auction March 21st

The local 4-H clubs will be coming together to raise money to benefit the local 4-H riders. WE NEED your help!!!

In TWO ways!! First were collecting donations that will be sold at the tack sale on March 21st. These donations can be dropped off at Windfall Farms in Saint Mary's as well as Big Maple Farms in Ridgway Pa. The second way to support our local 4-H members is to come to the tack sale. Kevin Hines will be auctioning off the items. A 50/50 will be taking place as well as food available. Auction starts at 7pm

Watch City Council Meeting

City Council appoints new Deputy Mayor. Council also approves new lease agreement with Christian Food Bank. City Manager, Tim Pearson, Provides update on several city projects. Click To Watch

Straub Brewery Visitors Center & Tap Room Happy Hour Monday Through Thursday From 4 p.m. To 6 p.m.

​Join us for happy hour Monday through Thursday from 4-6 pm! We’ll have prizes, $1 off all 16oz drafts, food specials, and more!

Royal Inn Lenten Specials

Lenten Specials At The Royal Inn, Boot Jack Road, Ridgway

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Friday 2/28 - Alaskan Salmon/Pan-Fried Walleye

Friday 3/6 - Battered Scallops/Seafood Alfredo

Friday 3/13 - Seafood Primavera/Shrimp Scampi

Friday 3/20 - Lemon-Pepper cod/Linguini With Clam Sauce

Friday 3/27 - Chilean Sea Bass/Whitefish Madison

Friday 4/3 - Crab Cakes/Bruschetta Haddock

Friday 4/10 - Stuffed Haddock/Banquet Fish

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Easter Sunday 4/12 - Carved Prime Rib/Carved Baked Ham/Mashed potatoes & Gravy, Penne Alfredo/Buttered Corn, Sweet Potatoes/Green Bee Casserole. Plus soup, salad and dessert table.

High School Basketball

listen to the Cameron County Red Raiders on 1250 WLEM, or here on our Network 1 Sports Channel.

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Listen to Crusader Basketball on The River 98.9, or here on our Network 1 Sports Channel

Listen For Sunday Morning Worship Services From Shiloh Presbyterian Church

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Join the congregation at Shiloh Presbyterian Church for Sunday Morning Worship, broadcast live on The River 98.9 at 10:30 a.m. Listen here on our website.

 

St. Marys Rotary Club Seeking New Members

Looking for something to do? Have some free time? Want to get out and socialize? Want to give back to the community? Want to have fun? Why not check us out. We are looking for new members. We always have an enjoyable meeting each week. Interested???? Message us or leave a comment, or call 834-1874 to get more information. Our Club has served the community of St. Marys for 70 years!

2020 St. Marys Drag Race Schedule Announced

St. Marys Drag Races will return in the summer of 2020. There will be three Drag Racing events at the St. Marys Airport. The dates are June 21st, July 26th and September 20th.

Rep. Gabler Along with State Fire Commissioner Discuss Funding and Online Training as well as efforts to create online training for volunteer firefighters.

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The Following Schools Are On A 2-Hour Delay Friday, February 28th

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St. Marys Area

Ridgway
Johnsonburg

Brockway

High winds may be to blame for this downed tree loated on the old Byrnedale Road on Thursday. Many residents will be busy with clean up after several hours of high winds, gusting in access of 40 miles per hour.

Narayana Subramany, MD, DABS, FACS, FICS, Penn Highlands General Surgery, is retiring!

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Dr. Subramany has been a board-certified general surgeon in St. Marys for more than 36 years. He has a subspecialty in vascular surgery.

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Throughout his over-three-decade tenure, he has seen thousands of patients, offering services including endoscopy, minimally invasive surgery, colorectal surgery and treatment of peripheral vascular disease, and performing procedures at the Penn Highlands Elk Surgery Center as well as at PH Elk. He also currently holds privileges at PH DuBois and has previously held them at PH Brookville.

The Wolf Administration announced that it will be providing free naloxone to Pennsylvania airports as part of an ongoing effort to expand access to the life-saving medication and decrease opioid overdoses across the commonwealth.

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The naloxone will be stored with airport AED machines and first aid kits with the suggestion that all airport personnel are trained to both carry and administer the medication. Many airports already have their own public safety teams with police, fire and EMS, so this distribution will be available to those teams if needed as well.

The annual Spring Bridal Fair will be held on Sunday, March 1st from noon to 3 p.m. at the Fox Township Firemen's Club. The event is hosted by Lillies in the Valley and the Fox Township Firemen's Club.

Elk County Catholic will face Cameron County in the District 9 1A championship game on Saturday, February 29th at Clarion University.

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Caden Beldin’s 3-pointer with under six seconds to play gave third-seeded Cameron County a 47-46 victory over second-seeded Clarion-Limestone District 9 Class 1A boys’ semifinals 

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Elk County Catholic brought their defense to their game against AC Valley. The Crusaders defeated AC Valley 46-16. Regis Wortman scored 15 points for Elk County.

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Regis Wortman was our Straub Insurance agency "Player of the Game" for the Crusaders

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Caden Beldin and Hayden Brown shared "Player Of The Game" Honors for Cameron County

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​More From D9 Sports

4-H Regional Wildlife Field Day will e held on Saturday,. February 29, 9 AM – 4 PM. at Sinnemahoning State Park.

Kids ages 8-18, join us for an exciting day at Sinnemahoning State Park to learn about the animals, plants, and aquatic habitats of Pennsylvania, with educators from PA Game Commission, PA Fish and Boat Commission, Penn State Extension, PA State Parks, and more!

Open to 4-H members across Pennsylvania, this fun, educational event will culminate in a “challenge” activity that will ask participants to apply what they have learned throughout the day.

To Register for this event: Contact the Cameron County Penn State Extension office by calling 814-486-3350 or email CameronExt@psu.edu

State Police are investigating an incident where during the 2019 school year, a 15 year old female sent a nude photo to a 19 year old male via Snapchat. Since then, the same photo has been sent and received by others. The case is under investigation.

State Police investigated an incident of Domestic Violence on Route 120 in Shippen Township. According to police, a known male suspect was located and taken into custody. A known 57 year old man was arraigned and committed to McKean County Jail in lieu of $10,000 bail. The victims are  a 36 female, a 2 year old female and 12 year old female.

City police reported filing charges against Timothy Pesce, 38, of St. Marys after he was found to be driving under the influence of multiple controlled substances. According to police, Pesce was under the influence of a combination of drugs, including marijuana, methamphetamine's, amphetamines and buprenorphine.

State Police reported that on February 22, 2020, a known male and female stole 33 items from Walmart in ST. Marys. The total value of stolen items is $182.41. Charges were filed against a known 29 year old man from Coudersport.

State Police reported being notified of an unattended death on Red Mill Road in Norwich Township. The known 73 year old man was found inside his residence. The report indicated the man died of natural causes.