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Q&A with Katherine Erlichman of Pennwood Ophthalmic Associates: A Legacy of Compassionate Eye Care in Bedford County

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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 …

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From Perseverance to Healing: Kayla Wilt’s Inspiring Journey to Nurse Practitioner

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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

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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: Expert Solutions for Homes, Businesses, and Agriculture in Bedford County

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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 …

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Heritage Cove Resort’s Transformation: Alicia Copenhaver Shares Vision for Growth and Community

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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 …

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Kyle Dumpert’s Journey Back to Bedford: Building Radiant Dental with Cutting-Edge Care

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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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Red House Marketing Study Discusses Outdoor Rec

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Bedford Gazette – Wednesday, January 22, 2025  Study discusses outdoor rec industry  By Ryan Spring, Gazette Managing Editor   Outdoor recreation opportunities across Pennsylvania are viewed by many as a hidden gem, and leaders and industry proponents in and around Bedford County continue to highlight ways to attract more visitors and thus increase the local economy.  …

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Bedford County Technical Center Volunteers to Aid North Carolina Residents with Cold Weather Shelters

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Bedford County Technical Center Joins Local Churches and Volunteers to Aid North Carolina Residents with Cold Weather Shelters Bedford, PA – December 6, 2024 – The Bedford County Technical Center (BCTC) has partnered with local churches and community volunteers to provide relief to North Carolina residents still grappling with the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. …

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