Harmonies for Hospice: A Community Concert to Lift Hearts and Fund Compassionate Care
Potter County, PA. — The Potter County Artisan Center, PC3, and Potter County volunteers are joining forces for a special evening of music, food, and community spirit — all in service of a cause close to many hearts. Harmonies for Hospice is a fundraising concert featuring entertaining musical duos who will donate their performance in a community effort to lend a helping hand to Hospice.
Come enjoy live performances by Arowyn & Anyka, Steve & Eppie, Don & Debbie Burger, Mark & Bekki Tichner of “Fieldstone,” and Eric “Buckwheat” Scutt & Kathie Martin, browse a student art show and silent auction, and try your luck at the raffle — all while helping to support hospice care in our community. Whether you’re a music lover, an art enthusiast, or simply someone who believes in showing up for neighbors in need, here’s your chance to participate.
Food will be available on site from Frosty Hollow Catering.
The event will be held at Denton Hill State Park at the Denton Go Ski Lodge, on June 20th, 6pm to 9pm. Admission is $15 single, $25 per couple, under 18 yrs. free
“Come with a heart to help,” organizers say — and that’s really what this event is all about. Every dollar raised goes directly toward supporting local Hospice services for Potter County families during some of life’s most tender moments.
Advance tickets are available at https://www.pococreates.com and select Upcoming Events.
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Event Details:
• What: Harmonies for Hospice — A Benefit Concert
• Presented by: PC3, the Potter County Artisan Center, and Potter County Volunteers
• Featuring: Five musical duos, a student art show, food Catering, and raffles
• When: June 20th, 6pm to 9pm
• Where: Denton Hill State Park at the Denton Go Ski Lodge
www.dentongo.com US-6, Ulysses PA. 16948
• Admission: $15 single, $25 per couple, under 18 yrs. free
- Who: Arowyn & Anyka, Steve & Eppie, Don & Debbie Burger, Mark & Bekki Tichner of “Fieldstone”, Eric “Buckwheat” Scutt & Kathie Martin, Frosty Hollow Catering
Boating Advisory Board, Meeting June 30th
HARRISBURG, Pa (June 11) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) Boating Advisory Board will meet on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, beginning at 1 p.m. This is a virtual meeting with board members and staff participating remotely.
The complete schedule and agenda for this meeting is available on the PFBC website (Fishandboat.com).
Public comments pertaining to the agenda will be accepted via phone from 8 a.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026, through 12 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, by dialing (717) 705-7846.
This meeting may be viewed remotely from your internet browser using the following information:
Microsoft Teams: Join the Meeting
Meeting ID: 244 009 585 586 46
Passcode: jH7z68yE
United Way of the Bradford Area, Inc. Launches “814 Day Of Action” To Inspire Community Service
BRADFORD, PA – The United Way of the Bradford Area, Inc. is excited to launch the inaugural 814 Day of Action, a community-wide volunteer event taking place on August 14 that will bring together businesses, organizations, civic groups, and volunteers to complete meaningful service projects throughout the community.
Inspired by the 814 area code that connects our region, the 814 Day of Action is designed to unite people around projects that enhance public spaces, strengthen nonprofit organizations, and improve community resources. Rather than addressing individual needs, the event will focus on community service projects that create lasting benefits for the broader community.
Pickett, Owlett Announce Grants To Expand Bradford County Affordable Housing Initiatives
BRADFORD – Five Bradford County housing and community development initiatives were collectively awarded $700,000 through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) program to expand affordable housing opportunities, Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) announced today.
The funding, allocated by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, will support the following local programs:
- Bradford County Homeowner Assistance Program – $200,000. Organized by Trehab, funding will aim to mitigate the effects of a constrained housing market on low- to mid-income residents. Funds will be used to provide down payment and closing cost grants or repair funding (for repairs necessary to loan approval, general livability or safety).
- Bradford County Housing Specialist – $150,000. Organized by Bradford County, the program provides short-term and transitional housing support for households that are homeless or at risk of homelessness with a goal of homelessness prevention or to keep their period of displacement as brief as possible.
- Bradford County Manufactured Housing Rehabilitation Program – $125,000. Organized by Bradford County, funding will provide essential repairs for low-income residents living in manufactured homes.
- Bradford County Landlord Rehabilitation Fund – $125,000. Organized by Bradford County, the program provides up to $25,000 per unit to landlords serving low- and moderate-income tenants. Offered as a forgivable loan, the funds will bring aging rentals up to modern safety and accessibility standards while ensuring at least 10 years of affordability.
- Endless Mountain Mission Center Shelter and Street Outreach – $100,000. Organized by Endless Mountain Mission Center, the project will temporarily house those homeless or living in unhabitable housing conditions with no feasible alternative and aid those living in unhabitable conditions who cannot or will not come to the shelter with its street outreach program.
“Housing is one of our most foundational needs, as it supports good health, stable employment and overall well-being,” Owlett said. “I am pleased to support investments in these key programs that are taking a multi-pronged approach to combatting the housing challenges we face in Bradford County.”
“The programs receiving this funding address several aspects of housing insecurity, all aiming to help people find and be comfortable in their own homes,” Pickett said. “I’m grateful we’re able to support these housing and community development initiatives and look forward to how it can help those in Bradford County.”
PHARE receives funding from two sources, the Marcellus Shale Impact Fee and Realty Transfer Taxes.
CARE for Children’s Summer Day Camp returns to Pitt-Bradford
CARE for Children’s Therapeutic Recreation Summer Day Camp has returned to the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, after a 7-year hiatus, after being identified by the organization’s Family Leadership Group as a need within the community.
The camp serves school-aged children who receive services from CARE, as well as local children and teens with disabilities or developmental delays throughout McKean County. Designed as an extension of CARE’s therapeutic services, the program provides opportunities for children to strengthen and apply skills developed throughout the school year in a fun, supportive, and socially engaging environment. Through structured recreational activities, participants continue working on communication, motor development, social interaction, self-regulation, and independence while enjoying a traditional camp experience.
Susan Shaw Gordon, 82, Of Fort Worth, TX
Susan Shaw Gordon, 82, of Fort Worth, TX passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, In Fort Worth, TX.
Susan was born to the late Edna and Glenn Gordon Shaw on October 12, 1943, In Greenville.
She was raised in Bradford, Susan spent time in Erie before moving to Texas in the early 1980’s. It was there that she met and married Clarence Gordon. They were married for 20+ years and resided in Springtown TX before his passing in 2025.
She is survived by her brothers John (Susan) Shaw and Steve (Lea) Shaw, children Ruth (Michael) Kelley, Gordon (Deborah) Snook, Mary Martin, Amy Barnaby, Richelle (Andy) Aston, and stepson Billy Gordon, along with six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
STAKEHOLDER ANNOUNCEMENT
USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Build and Improve Rural Water Infrastructure
(Washington, D.C., June 12, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced that it is accepting fiscal year 2026 applications for grants to create revolving loan funds to build and improve water and wastewater disposal systems in rural areas.
USDA is making funds available through the Revolving Funds for Financing Water and Wastewater Projects program. This program helps qualified nonprofit organizations create loans to finance water and wastewater projects. Recipient organizations may use funds to cover pre-development costs for water and wastewater treatment projects. They may also use funds to finance short-term and small capital improvement projects that are not part of regular operation and maintenance costs. Within approved guidelines, program recipients set the loan terms for the individual communities they serve.
Applications must be submitted electronically using Grants.gov no later than midnight Eastern Time on July 3, 2026. Additional information is available on Grants.gov or contact your local USDA Rural Development office.
If you’d like to subscribe to USDA Rural Development updates, visit our GovDelivery subscriber page.
Upcoming ConnectLife Blood Drives In Bradford And Olean
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, will be hosting blood drives this June in partnership with ConnectLife, the region’s only community blood bank.
A blood drive in Bradford is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the main lobby at 116 Interstate Parkway, Bradford, PA. To schedule an appointment, visit www.connectlifegiveblood.org and use sponsor code 000468.
Eldred Twp. Fire Department and TLC Ambulance To Rt. 446
On June 12th Eldred Twp. Fire Department and TLC Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 446 and W. Eldred Rd. for a motorcycle vs. deer crash with possible serious injuries. Port Allegany, Smethport, and Eldred Borough Fire Departments were dispatched for traffic control. UPDATE Port Allegany and Eldred Borough Fire Departments have been recalled
Colonel Ed Fisher Highlights Mission Of LEEK Hunting & Mountain Preserve And SAVAW
The Coudersport Rotary Club met at A&W West End Grill on June 8, 2026, for its weekly meeting and welcomed the guest of Rotarian Paul Herzig retired U.S. Army Colonel Ed Fisher, founder and operator of LEEK Hunting & Mountain Preserve and SAVAW (Serving All Veterans All Wars), located in Oswayo, Pennsylvania.
Colonel Fisher retired from the United States Army after 27 years of service that took him around the world. During his military career, he completed 40 parachute jumps and flew in more helicopters than he can count while serving his country with distinction.
Jacqueline A. Schoonover, 79, Of Gold
GOLD, PA—Jacqueline A. Schoonover, 79, of Gold, passed away in her home with her loving sons by her side on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Born August 9, 1946, in a little cabin on Cutler Summit outside of Gold, she was the daughter of George and Edith Cutler Mack. Jacqueline was a graduate of Northern Potter High School, Ulysses, Class of 1964. On October 9, 1965, in Andrews Settlement Church, Mrs. Schoonover married Daniel F. Schoonover Sr., who passed away on April 27, 2013.
After her marriage to her lifelong love, Jacqueline became a Domestic Engineer aka the world’s greatest wife and mother, to their four sons. Mrs. Schoonover is remembered throughout the area for her highly talented artwork as she continued to paint up until her recent death. She is remembered as always riding around the Pennsylvania country roads sitting right next to her husband Daniel in their travels and adventures. Most will remember her working right alongside her family through the years at the Potter County Anglers Club Inc from 1967 through 2012.
Surviving are her four sons, Daniel F. Schoonover, Jr. of Genesee, Timothy F. Schoonover of Rose Hill, NC, Michael G. (Madison) Schoonover of Colorado Springs, CO, and Shawn Schoonover of Swain, NY; six grandchildren, Taylor (Hannah) Schoonover, Bethany (Alex) Schoonover-Kruze, Micah Schoonover, Luke Schoonover, Mason Schoonover and Max Schoonover; five great-grandchildren, Eloise, Laurel, Rowan, Iliana, and Finnegan; her siblings Dan Reed Mack, Kenneth Mack, Gary Mack, Cheryl Windsor and David Mack; along with several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband Daniel Schoonover and her parents, Jacqueline was predeceased by one brother, Donald Mack.
At Jacqueline’s request, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Burial will be in Wells Cemetery, Oswayo, next to her husband, Daniel Schoonover.
In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family would like all who knew their mother to remember Jacqueline in spirit.
Jacqueline’s family has entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, Funeral Director/Owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Jacqueline, please visit www.virgilhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Disorderly Conduct Arrest In Bradford
On June 11, 2026, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the City of Bradford Police Department responded to a call on Pearl Street regarding a male acting disorderly. Upon arrival, officers located the individual, identified as Nathan Swain, who was found to be in possession of a baseball bat. Officers successfully disarmed Swain and determined that he was impaired by alcohol.
Further investigation revealed that Swain had brought the baseball bat to the scene with the intention of enticing another male out of a nearby house for a confrontation. Fortunately, officers were able to intervene before the situation escalated.
Swain’s actions were deemed disorderly, and he was taken into custody. He was subsequently charged with public drunkenness and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. Magistrate Luther arraigned Swain and remanded him to McKean County Jail on $10,000 cash bail. While at the Magistrate’s Office, Swain became violent, threatening harm to officers and repeatedly screaming obscenities. As a result, additional disorderly conduct charges are pending against him.
The City of Bradford Police Department takes threats to anyone, especially when weapons are involved, very seriously. We are committed to maintaining public safety and will not tolerate such behavior. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. For further information, please contact the City of Bradford Police Department.
SUPREME COURT DENIES CONVICTED MURDERER’S REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL APPEAL
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has denied the latest request for appeal by the former Bradford man convicted of murdering his girlfriend in Bradford in 2021.
Anthony FENTON was convicted after a week-long jury trial held at the McKean County Courthouse in 2024 and, following sentence, he appealed his conviction to the Pennsylvania Superior Court.
By opinion filed in December 2025, the Superior Court affirmed the conviction and sentence imposed by the judge. FENTON sought permission to file an appeal with the State’s highest court – the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. By its May 27th order, the Supreme Court denied his request.
FENTON remains incarcerated and serving the sentence imposed by the judge following his conviction. If you are the victim of domestic violence, please call the YWCA in Bradford at 888-822-6325 to see what services are available to help you.
Bill Van Sant Joins C&N as Executive Vice President & Chief Wealth Officer
Executive Vice President & Chief Wealth Officer
ESTOWN, PA – C&N welcomes William F. (Bill) Van Sant, III to the C&N team as Executive Vice President & Chief Wealth Officer based in Doylestown. In his role, Bill will lead the C&N Wealth Management strategy with a focus on growth, client experience and relationship-driven culture.
Bill brings more than 20 years of wealth management leadership experience within the regional banking industry. His background leading integrated investment, trust and financial planning services as an Executive Vice President and Managing Director makes him well-suited for this role.
Invitation For Bids By The Potter County Housing Authority
The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing Project, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.
The bid envelope shall be marked “Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing“, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.
Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained. Payment must be made before receipt of bid documents.
This flooring project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available with the bid package. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.
By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith. The Authority will contact Bidders with a date for a site walk through and to take any questions pertaining to the project.
Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive anyinformalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority. The “invitation to bid” form is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Executive Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 4, or pcha1@zitomedia.net with any questions.
TONIGHT!! Whimsical and Magical Musical of Seussical Proportions on Friday, June 12!
Ridgway, Pennsylvania AND FROM THE JUNGLE OF NOOL TO KALAMAZOO – Elk County Council on the Arts’ Summer Theater camp students, directed by Mr. Adam Brooks, will unlock the imaginations of Elk County citizens when they bring the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie La Bird, the Whos in Whoville and other Seuss favorites to life with their production of Seussical JR. Seussical JR. combines Dr. Seuss tales (…and tails!) using the plinker-plunker of many musical styles – ranging from Latin to pop, swing to gospel, and R&B to funk – as colorful as the classic books.
“Now, I’m here, there is no telling what may ensue with a Cat such as me, and a Thinker like you!,” says the Cat in the Hat.
Karen I. Alexander-Calderwood, 81, Of Bradford,
Karen I. Alexander-Calderwood, 81, of East Main Street, Bradford, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026 at her residence.
Born August 22, 1944, in Bradford she was one of 12 children born to the late Albert O’Hara “A.O.” and Serretta Leona (Caldwell) Alexander.
On March 2, 2002, in the Sawyer Evangelical Church, she married Robert C. Calderwood, who preceded her in death on July 22, 2014.
She was a 1962 graduate from Bradford High School, and graduated in 1964 from the Bradford Hospital School of Nursing.
Karen worked for 10 years at the Bible Club Movement Inc, now named Bible Center Ministries, in Philadelphia, and later all around Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey. She then returned to Bradford in 1973 when her mother died, to take care of her father. After her fathers passing she returned to nursing care in Elmira, NY, Ridgway, the Ecumenical Home in Bradford, and at CRI in Jamestown, NY. It was then when she retired to take care of her husband Robert.
Karen was an avid reader and book collector, loved walking her dog Munchkin, working in the garden, knitting, reading and collecting books, and could always tell a joke to make people laugh.
She was a member of New Life Fellowship Church, formerly Foursquare Gospel Church.
Karen is survived by several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, five brothers, John F. Alexander, Mahlon “Fat” Alexander, Samuel Alexander, James Alexander, and Gerald “Meach” Alexander, and three sisters, Molly McAndrew, Eleanor Wasden, and Sara “Sally” Burkett.
Friends are invited to attend a graveside committal service at 10 am on Thursday June 18, 2026, in Willow Dale Cemetery with Rev. Matthew McDonald, Pastor of the New Life Fellowship Church officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
