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Our Town: Somerset

Volunteer storytellers from Somerset, Pa. came together for the 84th production in the Our Town series. Their stories capture the rich history of this friendly community. Watch as they share stories about the Mary S. Biesecker Public Library, the Fire and Ice Festival, beekeeping, Frederick Goeb’s Bible, The Laurel Arts center, and so much more. Find out what makes Somerset a GREAT hometown!

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Johnsonburg, PA
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Johnsonburg

Posted on February 5, 2016

Volunteer storytellers from Johnsonburg share stories about their bicentennial, childhood memories, the 1942 flood, their awesome veterans, the Fire Department, their young people’s talent and energy, and much more!

 

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Big Valley

Posted on September 7, 2023

Volunteers from the Kishacoquillas (or “Big”) Valley come together to share stories of Native Americans, the Amish, the Belleville Civic Club, the Reedsville revitalization, and more.

 

Photo of downtown Tyrone, PA
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Tyrone

Posted on December 4, 2014

Volunteer storytellers from Tyrone share stories about Reservoir Park, the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library, the Little Juniata River, the Walter L. Main Circus train wreck, WTRN and so much more. Find out what makes Tyrone a GREAT hometown!

 

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