Rec-la-ma-tion curates an intentional and sustainable consignment experience By George Berkheimer Shoppers are accustomed to finding value at thrift stores, but the values to be found at the Rec-la-ma-tion consignment and gift shop on Pitt Street extend beyond the items on the shelves and racks. True to its name, the business is even located […]
Q&A with Katherine Erlichman, founder of Pennwood Ophthalmic Associates By George Berkheimer Katherine Erlichman founded Pennwood Ophthalmic Associates in Everett after moving to Bedford County from Philadelphia in 1991. Pennwood employs three optometrists and nine other staff members. Its optical shop offers protective eyewear, designer frames, sports frames, and affordable options for patients of all
By George Berkheimer Scott Reese serves as plant manager for the Mayville Engineering Company in Bedford. He developed considerable experience and skills working for a variety of large-scale manufacturers throughout Pennsylvania. Reese credits the Mechanical Engineering Technology Computer Aided Manufacturing program at Admiral Peary Area Vocational Technical School in Cambria County with preparing him for a
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Bedford County Library’s public service extends beyond books By George Berkheimer It didn’t take Matthew Godissart long to feel at home when he became the director of the Bedford County Library in 2013 and the Hyndman-Londonderry Public Library which joined as a branch in 2018. “One of my formative memories was coming here with my
Kayla Wilt found her true calling after a lifetime of lessons in perseverance By George Berkheimer There’s no simple formula for success or finding a meaningful career, but perseverance is always a part of the equation. That’s the lesson that Kayla Wilt has taken to heart in her own life, and one she readily
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Q&A with Shelah Layton, owner of Care Lab Services By George Berkheimer Care Lab Services of Everett takes an innovative approach to providing the bloodwork and laboratory testing services that many patients need for medical visits and follow ups to ensure adequate health maintenance. Since establishing her phlebotomy laboratory in 2022, Shelah Layton has taken
Brouse Forestry promotes healthy trees – and healthy competition By George Berkheimer More than 71% of Bedford County’s land area is categorized as forested or woodland, and more than 67,000 woodland acres are in active farm use. It’s no surprise that those statistics create a demand for someone with a specialized knowledge of tree care
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Dugan’s Pest Control ticks all the boxes for home, industry, and agriculture By George Berkheimer Living in a rural area can pose some unique challenges when it comes to sharing the environment with the insects and animals that also find it just as attractive as humans. Dugan’s Pest Control has been helping homeowners, businesses
Q&A with Alicia Copenhaver, co-manager of Heritage Cove Resort By George Berkheimer Alicia Copenhaver and her husband Jason took over the Heritage Cove Resort in Saxton in 2022, managing the campground for the Axia Partners real estate investment firm of Utah. Their first few years of management brought a flurry of improvements to the 22-year-old
From rebellion to retail: Espy House’s whiskey legend begins a new chapter By George Berkheimer In 1794, President George Washington spent at least one night at the Espy House in Bedford while commanding federal troops engaged in putting down a violent protest of the whiskey excise tax now known as the Whiskey Rebellion. Today, the
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