Dave Hurst

Situated atop Laurel Summit at an elevation of 2,700 feet, the webcam revealed snow, covering the ground and understory growth, and capping boughs of the hemlock that sits at the trailhead next to the roadway.

Back in the days when the cost of gas was only in double digits and my age was a single digit, my dad would pile us into the car for drives to see the Christmas lights. During those days there were no special displays, except for those created by inspired homeowners.

Back in the days when the cost of gas was in double digits and my age was a single digit, my dad would pile us into the car for drives to see the Christmas lights. During those days there were no special displays, except for those created by inspired homeowners.

Neighbors of mine live in New Jersey – and that isn't a mistaken statement or a misprinted sentence.

Neighbors of mine live in New Jersey – and that isn't a mistaken statement or a misprinted sentence.

New Year’s Day of 2024 was nothing special weather-wise. Overcast with temperatures just below the freezing mark, the day featured scattered snowflakes in the air and a dusting of them

New Year's Day of 2024 was nothing special weather-wise. Overcast with temperatures just below the freezing mark, the day featured scattered snowflakes in the air and a dusting of them on the ground.

We live in a unique region that, through a combination of natural and cultural characteristics, is unlike any-other anywhere. While we observe all of the same seasons that people in other places observe, we also have a set of seasons that is ours alone.

Windber Fire Department and Scalp Level-Paint Volunteer Fire Company are merging to create a new regional fire department.

What a joy it was to share a first-snow experience with two of my grandkids during the holidays! Visiting from a home area where snowfalls are rare and sledding almost impossible, my 12-year-old granddaughter and 10-year-old grandson were busy making up for lost time when I arrived.