Pa. Bluestone Assoc. raises funds for Hunts for Healing

The Pennsylvania Bluestone Association (PBA) held their annual dinner, Saturday, April 21, at the Harford Firehall. 

Among the speakers were State Rep. Tina Pickett, State Rep. Jonathan Fritz, Susquehanna County Commissioner Alan Hall, Bradford Co. Commissioner Doug McClinko and District Attorney Marion O’Malley.  Commissioner Elizabeth Arnold was also present along with representatives from the Hunts For Healing organization. 

Hunts for Healing is based in Laceyville, and was established to provide post Sept. 11 combat soldiers a place to participate in outdoor programs including shooting, hunting and fishing.  This year, through raffles at the annual dinner, the Pennsylvania Bluestone Association was able to donate $3,550 to Hunts for Healing.

A highlight of the dinner included the comedy and magic of John Graham from Scranton.  The delicious buffet meal was provided by Cangiano’s Catering, Scranton.   

The PBA was established over 50 years ago to serve as a voice for the bluestone industry. The organization is dedicated to promoting and protecting the mining and sale of bluestone. The PBA encourages the exchange of ideas and offers safety training to its members.

The 10 directors hold monthly meetings to discuss industry topics. The directors also hold positions on multiple advisory boards to represent the bluestone industry when policies are established that affect the livelihood of thousands of local families.