Archive - Apr 1, 2011
HARRISBURG â As the state legislature considers the 2010-11 operating budget, state Sen. Joe Scarnati said a bill targeting Marcellus Shale natural gas exploration is progressing.
The bill could include what Scarnati called an âimpact fee,â which would be used to help counties and municipalities repair damaged roads and allow for increased environmental security.
BROOKVILLE â A group of Brookville residents met with the Laurel Festival Board Monday evening to discuss concerns regarding the festival.
The meeting was at times tense, but both sides agreed on one thing: The Laurel Festival is in a state of decline.
âItâs frustrating,â resident Jen Radel said. âI love the Laurel Festival, and I want my kids to love it. Itâs something that we get excited for. Then weâre disappointed year after year, and it leads to frustration.â
James Edward Armstrong, 60, Loveland, Colo., died Wednesday, March 23, 2011, at his home.
He was born Sept. 20, 1950, in Punxsutawney, the son of Evelyn Dolores (Armstrong) Fye, who survives, of Punxsutawney, and the late William Earl Armstrong.
After completion of high school, Mr. Armstrong enlisted in the U.S. Navy, in which he was stationed in Australia and served in the Vietnam War as a communications officer aboard the USS Kitty Hawk.
Daniel B. Grube, 77, Punxsutawney, formerly of Rossiter, died Thursday, March 31, 2011, at Mulberry Square Elder Care and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born May 26, 1933, in Punxsutawney, the son of the late Charles and Vada (Greene) Grube.
In January 1952, he married Mary Belle McCullough, who preceded him in death June 17, 2008.
Mr. Grube loved traveling with his motor home. He enjoyed tinkering in his garage and spending time with his animals. He was always there for his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a proud graduate of Vale Tech.
Lindy C. Lydic, 33, Kane, died Thursday, March 31, 2011, due to injuries received in an automobile accident.
She was born Jan. 26, 1978, in Rochester, N.Y., a daughter of John and Beth (Pearce) Cooper, who survive.
Ms. Lydic performed her master's degree work online and her undergraduate work at Niagara University. She was employed as a business education teacher at the Sheffield Area Middle School.
She was an active member in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
