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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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Aerial view of Kane, PA
Our Town

Kane

Posted on September 9, 2021

Kane’s long history unfolds as community members share stories of Thomas L. Kane and the Lobo wolves. Community pride is on full display in tales about K.A.R.E. and the library, and stories of Art in the Wilds and Wildcat Park.

 

Photo of courthouse in Smethport, PA
Our Town

Smethport

Posted on October 16, 2014

Volunteer storytellers from Smethport share stories about the McKean County Historical Society Old Jail Museum, Compton’s Mom & Pop Shop, the Smethport Fire Dept., the Mansion District, Hamlin Memorial Library and so much more.

 

The Cove
Our Town

The Cove

Posted on June 1, 2017

Storytellers from the Martinsburg and Roaring Spring area share stories about local attractions like the Everett Railroad and Mamie’s Cafe, and agricultural stories that include Pygmy goats and a world record dairy cow.

 

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