The Bradford Era

07/26/2024

The valleys will echo with the sounds of hundreds of motorcycles when the Kids and Cancer Motorcycle Benefit Run comes back for its 27th year Saturday. Even if you don’t own a bike, you can join in the fun during the annual Kids and Cancer Bike Show, set for 5 to 8 tonight in the parking lot of Ace Hardware in Bradford.

The valleys will echo with the sounds of hundreds of motorcycles when the Kids and Cancer Motorcycle Benefit Run comes back for its 27th year July 27.

07/25/2024

Brandy Schimp, Kane Mayor, was named Pennsylvania’s 2024 Mayor of the Year by PSMA at a ceremony held over the weekend.

https://www.bradfordera.com/news/difference-makers-kane-s-schimp-named-mayor-of-the-year/article_37f982de-4929-11ef-a2ee-27248124bdcc.html

07/24/2024

For her 98th birthday this year, Tillie Brady wanted to go skydiving. That adventure wasn’t in the cards, so she settled for a ride on a Harley-Davidson.

07/22/2024

Seneca Casino hosted its Veteran’s Powwow this past weekend. Parents helped their young children dancing in the Tiny Tots competition, while Woodlands dancers honored gold star families, followed by a 21-gun salute and a moment of silence. Also known as the Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow, the annual contest is held in honor of Seneca Nation veterans, according to the nation's website. Curry was a member of the Snipe Clan, born on the Cattaraugus Territory. A member of Iroquois Post 1587, he began his military service in 1950 with two tours of duty during the Korean War and also served in the Vietnam War. During active duty in the U.S. Navy, he served on eight warships, including the USS Little Rock. Era photos by Wade Aiken

07/21/2024

Sounds like the Sky Wonder drone show was a hit at Otto-Eldred Hometown Days! Link in the comments for more about how they do it Photo by Era photographer Wade Aiken

07/19/2024

When you see it ... 🧐🙃

07/18/2024

The Otto-Eldred area’s beloved summer festival comes home this weekend, as Hometown Days kick off with a parade along Sweitzer Drive at 5 p.m. Friday.

DUKE CENTER — The Otto-Eldred area’s beloved summer festival comes home this weekend, as Hometown Days kick off with a parade along Sweitzer Drive at 5 p.m. Friday.

07/17/2024

07/17/2024

Derrick City and Limestone, N.Y., volunteer fire departments were dispatched to a reported fire at Walmart at 10:41 a.m. Wednesday. Firefighters found smoke, which they evacuated from the building. Crews were on the scene for more than an hour. Bradford City and Bradford Township fire departments were on standby.

07/16/2024

AC/DC, or Live Wire? Live Wire, or AC/DC? Era photographer Wade Aiken took this clip of Saturday night's show at SQUATCHFEST, and a few photos. The group astounded the audience with their spot-on performance 👀⚡️🎤🎸

07/16/2024

Fire and police departments were dispatched at 3:45 Monday afternoon to reports of a vehicle into a house on Route 16 in Knapp Creek, N.Y. Responding agencies included volunteer fire departments from Knapp Creek, Allegany, Town of Olean and Weston Mills, as well as the City of Olean. Star Hose Company of Port Allegany responded with its technical rescue squad. Other Pennsylvania fire departments responding included Derrick City and Otto Township volunteer fire departments, assisting with traffic control. The house had to be stabilized before the pickup truck could be removed by a wrecker. No further information was immediately available. New York State Police investigated.

https://www.bradfordera.com/news/knapp-creek-pickup-crashes-into-home/article_b57fea0a-4301-11ef-9bd3-bf9f5a897ff2.html

07/12/2024

This is a story that was almost snuffed out. It spans three centuries, several generations and multiple communities — and comes together as if it were patented.
It is a story that, Jack Gorton and Ron Orris knew, had to be told. The legacy of the innovative and entrepreneurial Blaisdell family so integral to Bradford’s development predates the world-renowned Zippo lighter. It started like — and with — a fire, and is brought to light in their new book, “Blaisdell Legacy,” ghostwritten by Taylor Tarahteeff and published by Barnes & Noble.

This is a story that was almost snuffed out. It spans three centuries, several generations and multiple communities — and comes together as if it were patented.

07/11/2024

We love telling stories. And have we got a doozy for you tomorrow!

07/11/2024

Dust off your Sasquatch calls and get to the Kane Family Drive In on Saturday for SQUATCHFEST Live music – including locals County Lines and AC/DC tribute Live Wire – Straub beer truck, food vendors, kids' activities and fireworks! Benefits the Drive-In, which is one of fewer than 30 of these American classics still operating in Pennsylvania.

KANE — There are currently fewer than 400 drive-in theaters operating in the United States. In Pennsylvania, the number is just under 30, according to an article by USA Today.

07/10/2024

Who’s Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience hits Bromeley Family Theater at 7 p.m. Thursday. “You’ll watch Taalib perform, seeing the influence Michael Jackson has had, and you’ll agree: the similarities between the two are simply amazing,” said BCPAC Executive Director Darren Litz.
Check out Taalib York's sweet moves in the comments 👇

Bradford Creative and Performing Arts Center continues its 40th anniversary celebration with the next Summer Tribute concert, Who's Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience, at 7 p.m. Thursday at

07/05/2024

We hope you all had a safe and festive Fourth of July!
Era photo by Wade Aiken, on West Corydon Street

07/04/2024

Bradford Area School District has moved to a new messaging system, as of July 1. To ensure parents and students continue to receive all the district updates, download the free mobile app available on the App Store for iPhones and the Play Store for Android devices. The district’s old methods — Remind, Band and pages — will be archived.

Bradford Area School District has moved to a new messaging system, as of July 1. The district’s old methods — Remind, Band and pages — will be archived.

07/01/2024

Era Sports Editor Andy Close: Bradford Regional Little League knocked it out of the park with a fun evening Thursday when both the minor baseball and softball all-stars hosted and won District 10 playoff games. Missed the first one? There's an encore at 6 p.m. tonight at Scott Fields in Derrick City.

The parking lot was packed, as were the fields at Derrick City as Bradford Regional Little League hosted an all-star doubleheader on Thursday.

07/01/2024

When something is almost unbelievable, people often shake their head, and say, “You can’t make this stuff up.” The life of Buffalo Bill is one of those almost unbelievable things. And the best part? His amazing life is part of Bradford history.

When something is almost unbelievable, people often shake their head, and say, “You can’t make this stuff up.”

06/28/2024

There are no wrong turns for local couple Lynette and Jason Campogiani. The Bradford couple are avid offroad drivers, and their dedication has led them to becoming involved in the local Penn’s Woods Jeep Jamboree weekend for many years now.

https://www.bradfordera.com/news/local-volunteers-helped-make-jamboree-a-success/article_d2148dd6-333b-11ef-966c-dfc9a1d3726a.html

06/26/2024

For the last 20 years, lots shoppers have come to rely on The Grocery Stretcher at 32 Main St. in Bradford to provide economic options to feed their families on a budget. New owners Sarah and Donnie Hayden will keep that option open.

A dollar just doesn’t stretch these days as far as it used to — especially at the grocery store.

06/23/2024

Lots of Jeeps finding lots of mud 😁 Jeep Jamboree

06/21/2024

🫠How are you beating the heat this week?? 🫠🧐 Let us know in the comments!👇

06/21/2024

Those longing for the aerial eye candy that famously accompanied the Otto-Eldred Old Home Days for so many years may be pleased to hear the latest news from the mid-summer community event’s current organizing committee.

https://www.bradfordera.com/news/duke-center-aerial-eye-candy-returning-to-hometown-days/article_3fca665c-2f54-11ef-9c0b-3f7cc09508c8.html

06/20/2024

Noticed a few more Jeeps than usual around town the last couple of days? Enthusiasts are ready to head a little off the beaten path this weekend during the 27th annual Penn’s Woods Jeep Jamboree.

https://www.bradfordera.com/news/jeep-jamboree-returns-to-bradford/article_f4a8c070-2e7b-11ef-b297-676fab9af9a5.html

06/18/2024

The folks over at Taco Inc know that the best way to beat the heat is with some delicious authentic Mexican food and a cold signature margarita.

06/14/2024

Happy birthday, Jerry Bosworth! Today, the local WWII veteran and artist turns an incredible 103 years old.

06/13/2024

The Main Street Movie House is closing, failing to come to a lease agreement with the owner of the Ho**er Fulton building.

https://www.bradfordera.com/news/main-street-movie-house-closing-in-august/article_491605b6-28fd-11ef-ae26-9bd73c687c3a.html

06/12/2024

We liked the light this morning on the Historic Downtown Bradford sign🤩

06/11/2024

With its familiar red and white building and retro-style signage, the Custer City Drive-In is more than just a place to satisfy a sweet tooth; it’s a testament to community, nostalgia and the simple joys of a small-town summer.

With its familiar red and white building and retro-style signage, the Custer City Drive-in is more than just a place to satisfy a sweet tooth; it’s a testament to community,