By George Berkheimer, For the Bedford Gazette Lindsay Salas began working with Downtown Bedford Inc. in 2018. She stepped into the role of Main Street Manager in 2022, leading and supporting projects that bring popular community events to Bedford and contribute to the quality of life downtown. Q: How long have you had a connection […]
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Join Us in Shaping Bedford County’s Outdoor FutureBedford County is home to some of Pennsylvania’s most scenic landscapes and thriving outdoor recreation opportunities. The Bedford County Development Association (BCDA) is seeking an Outdoor Recreation Coordinator to help lead this growing sector. This new role will connect partners, strengthen local trails and recreation assets, and champion
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The Bedford County Development Association (BCDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Marsh as its new President & CEO, effective July 1, 2025. Marsh brings experience in economic development, organizational leadership, and fostering public-private partnerships to her new role leading the county’s economic development initiatives. Marsh succeeds Bette Slayton, who is retiring after
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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
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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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
Radiant Dental of Bedford offers state-of-the-art dentistry without the wait By George Berkheimer Kyle Dumpert, owner of Radiant Dental of Bedford, purchased his practice in 2018 with the goal of transforming the existing office to offer comprehensive, state-of-the-art dental care. That resulted in a lot of improvements for patients in terms of time and
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Dennis Verrill grew up in Oakland, Maine, and spent 30 years learning all aspects of the Pine Tree State’s lumber industry, from sawmill operations to budgeting, project management, maintenance, and customer visits. In December 2022 he moved to Bedford County to be closer to his son and has served since then as general manager of
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