October 29, 2026 | The Bradford Era
Member Owned. Community Focused.
Journeys Start Here. www.highpointfcu.com | 800.854.6052
Federally Insured by NCUA.
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BARRETTS AUTO BODY
36 years in business!
Free estimates - call Kelly for your appointment today! We will work with all insurance companies! When it comes to your car, the choice of where it’s repaired is yours. Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
485 East Main Street Bradford, PA
814-368-6880 Fax: 814-368-5602
, g n i l l a f e r a s e v a e l e h T and so are our prices! Warm up your home this season with cozy, quality furniture from Between Four Walls!
When you shop locally with us, you’re investing in your home and our community. Proudly Owned and Operated in Bradford, PA 540 E Main St, Bradford, PA | (814) 368-3115 | Monday - Saturday 10-6 The Bradford Era | October 29, 2026
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Why supporting local small businesses matters The holiday season is a time of year when shopping takes center stage. While online giants and big box retailers seem to be everywhere, offering an endless array of products with the convenience of low prices, small businesses provide a range of benefits that go far beyond the ease of a mouse click or mountains of merchandise. Shopping local retailers is more than just a transaction — it is crucial for maintaining the economic foundation of local communities. Let’s take a look at the many ways it pays to shop small businesses during the holidays and all year long. • Strengthen the local economy: A large percentage of the money spent at small businesses stays in the community.
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That’s because these businesses often are owned and operated by local residents who are invested in the community themselves. Various studies indicate that for every $100 spent at a small business, roughly $70 stays in the community. • Enhanced customer service: Owners and employees of small businesses have a keen interest in keeping customers happy. They often do so by providing superior customer service. Tailoring recommendations, exhibiting a willingness to accommodate special requests, offering a more engaging shopping experience, and being more friendly and connected with regular customers
sets many small businesses apart. • Support the community: Small businesses serve the community through the products and services they offer, and many give back in other ways as well. Small, locally owned businesses often sponsor schools, sports teams and charities. This helps foster a sense of belonging in the community. • Innovative offerings: Small businesses are not beholden to corporate policies or franchise restrictions, so they can more readily bring new life to existing ideas and trends. Small businesses can offer customers different options that larger retailers cannot match.
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• Job creation: Small businesses employ a significant percentage of the workforce and frequently provide jobs that might not be available in larger corporate settings. The U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy says small businesses have generated 12.9 million net new jobs over the past 25 years, accounting for two out of every three jobs added to the U.S. economy. Keeping residents working helps strengthen local communities. There are numerous benefits to shopping at small businesses this Small Business Saturday and throughout the year. Such firms help to establish a more resilient, diverse and bustling local community.
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The Bradford Era | October 29, 2026
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Find us on Facebook for Estate Sales!
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HARDWARE Since 1958
Bigger Selection of Work 322Boots SEDGWICK & ClothesST. KANE, PA
Flame Resistant (814)837-8130 Clothes New Work Boots in store
Locally Sourced & & Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe 51 Main Street Bradford, PA 16701 Locally (814) 362-6082 Open Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm • Saturday 9am - 4pm Owned
Field Street Boots
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Stop by and enjoy some of our wine and friendly hospitality! Hours: Thursdays & Fridays 5-8pm Saturday Noon-8pm • Sunday 1-5pm
814-331-9265 Like us on Facebook Little Mountain Winery
McKean Memorial Park Modern Park Type Cemetery ~ Perpetual Maintenance ~
7569 Route 59 Lewis Run, PA 16738 814-368-8575
With over 50 acres of beautiful landscape McKean Memorial Park is committed to offering a wide variety of burial and memorization options in a peaceful and beautiful setting.
~ Planning today provides peace of mind for tomorrow ~ Lot Purchases – Traditional, Cremation, or Green Burials Community Mausoleum
www.mckeanmemorialpark.com for Love, for Remembrance, forever 10
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October 29, 2026 | The Bradford Era
53 Main St Bradford Pa, 16701 (814) 817-2086
Devon Kloss
devonklossinsurance.com
A female owned and operated business in the Bradford community. The business opened in the Old Post Office #OPO January 1, 2022, and moved to the new office on main street, “The Skinny Building” 53 Main St, Bradford PA September 1, 2023. The office is operated by Devon Kloss Agent, Maeve Matheson, Molly Boser, and Leah Hayden. Each employee has their own role in the office, working on different scenarios to serve their customers with their needs and protecting what matters most. Devon specializes in Life & Health policies, Maeve is the lead sales representative, licensed in Property & Casualty, and Life & Health. Molly is the Office Manager also licensed in Property & Casualty. Leah is the customer relations specialist and assists customers daily. We offer a wide variety of products, auto, homeowners, renters, life, health, and Medicare supplement to name a few.
Call us for a conversation on what matters most to you!
Devon Kloss - Agent Molly Boser - Office Manager Maeve Matheson - Sales Representative Leah Hayden - Customer Service Representative The Bradford Era | October 29, 2026
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Trust the leader in scrap metal recycling
Scrap Iron • Aluminum • Stainless • Brass • Copper Batteries Appliances • Radiators • Automobiles WE BUY ANY SCRAP METAL: CARS INCLUDED! TURN YOUR SCRAP INTO CASH!
268 High Street, Bradford, PA
814-362-6873
Your hometown pharmacy since 1977! 12
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The Bradford Era | October 29, 2026
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Open Daily
75 Forman St., Bradford, PA 814-362-4418
608 N. Fraley St., Kane, PA 814-837-7500
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983 South Ave., Custer City, PA Just 4 Miles South of Bradford! (814) 368-6151 In the early 1960’s, the original Singer’s stores were moved to Custer City (just outside of Lewis Run), from nearby historic downtown Bradford, Pennsylvania. The old Country Store (pictured here) was destroyed by a fire in July of 1985. In 1986, an old farmhouse located next to the original store, was renovated into what is now Singer’s Country Store! Many locals and tourists have memories from their childhood, shopping the old Country Store’s penny candy and salt brine dill pickles from a wooden barrel. Today, those traditions live-on in the new Country Store. And yes, old fashioned candy and pickles are still customer favorites!
Historic “Singer’s Country Corner” (as it has been dubbed) is two great stores located in a small and unique community, recognized for it’s oil and timber industries. 14
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October 29, 2026 | The Bradford Era
23 Kennedy St. Suite 301| Bradford, PA 814-989-2010 | karteszfamilyvision.com
Practicing for over 25 years, Dr. Kevin Kartesz is happy to offer many eye care services to the Bradford community and surrounding areas at his new privately owned practice. Kartesz Family Vision offers vision screenings, contact lenses, eyeglasses, and much more! Located at 23 Kennedy St. in the Historic Old City Hall Building on the 3rd floor, Dr. Kartesz has Opticians Cody Cochran, Julie Vecellio-Frederico, and Jessica Wineberg helping take care of patients and run the office.
Book l for l a c r o e n i l On ent m t n i o p p a an today! Kartesz Family Vision has a wide assortment of eyewear solutions to choose from, including popular brands such as Nike, Oakley, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Under Armour, RayBan, and many more! You can purchase any pair of glasses/sunglasses directly from them, or get your prescription put into any frame. We look forward to seeing you! The Bradford Era | October 29, 2026
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CONCRETE COATING AND SEALANT ROOFING & ROOF REPAIR SUPPLIES
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SERVICES Undercoating 9-year ceramic coating Interior & Exterior Detailing Commercial fleet packages Fully insured window tinting
• Commercial, residential, large-scale
Stereos Remote starters Heated seats Audio upgrades Boats Side by Sides Tuxedo vinyl wraps
814.366.2722 17 Holley Ave Bradford, PA The Bradford Era | October 29, 2026
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Central PA and Southwestern NY. We celebrated our 10 opane business of Bradford Nugas, from owners Jerry & r of 2 companies with identical operations.
WE WANT TO BE e tanks & 100 lb. cylinders. All installations & deliveries YOUR SUPPLIER hools & seminars to keep up to date on new products, pr
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1-800-698-1060 1-800-698-1060 BRADFORD NUGAS BRADFORD 1452 HighNUGAS St 1452 High St., Bradford Pa 16701 Bradford Pa 16701
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Sew Much More New & Gently Used Formal Wear
SALE
BRIDAL MOTHERS FLOWER GIRL PROM • VEILS HEADPIECES JEWELRY SHOES ALL NOVEMBER LONG!
$50
BRIDAL GOWNS! Limited Quantities | Sizes 0-30
Janice Darrah - Seamstress 127 N. Main Street • Coudersport, PA
814-335-8681
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Serving your Community with Dignity and Craftsmanship for Over 110 Years Choosing a monument is one of the most meaningful decisions a family makes. Our experienced team guides you every step of the way – from design to installation. Ensuring a tribute that stands the test of time. Family-owned. Locally trusted. Built to last. Schedule your complimentary design appointment today.
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