McKEAN COUNTY YOUTH ART EXHIBITION OPENS JUNE 5 AT PITT-BRADFORD
BRADFORD, Pa. — The inaugural McKean County Youth Art Exhibition will open June 5 at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, showcasing the creativity and talent of young artists from across McKean County.
The exhibition, a collaborative project between Leadership McKean and Pitt-Bradford Arts, received 40 submissions from youth artists representing communities throughout the county. Artwork in a variety of mediums will be displayed in the KOA Art Gallery in Blaisdell Hall on the Pitt-Bradford campus.
An opening reception will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, June 5, and is free and open to the public. Awards for selected works will be presented during the reception.
The exhibition is supported through sponsorships from the Allegany National Forest Visitors Bureau and the Alleghany Bradford Corp., whose contributions helped provide awards and support for participating student artists.
“We are excited to celebrate the artistic talent and creativity of youth throughout McKean County,” said Courtney Mealy, director of arts programming at Pitt-Bradford. “This exhibition provides an opportunity for young artists to share their work with the community while encouraging continued engagement in the arts.”
The exhibition will remain on view through June 10 in the KOA Art Gallery, located in Blaisdell Hall on the Pitt-Bradford campus. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of June 1
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of June 1. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:
Patching
- Route 6 between Route 3002 (Wetmore Road) in Hamilton Township and Harrison Avenue in Hamlin Township. Monday, June 1, through Friday, June 5. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
Most permanent pothole patching is completed in spring or summer when temperatures stay consistently above freezing. Manual patching consists of filling potholes with warm mix asphalt using a shovel. It is then leveled and compacted. Mechanized patching consists of milling paving notches, cleaning the surface, applying tack to all edges to act as a glue. A paver then places warm mix into the milled paving notches, and a roller compacts the material. If patching was not performed, the damaged road surface would deteriorate further, and PennDOT would need to completely rebuild the road or perform more costly corrective measures.
Pipe Replacement & Cleaning
Hamlin Memorial Library Is Seeking A Part-time Library Assistant
Hamlin Memorial Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant. Candidates would be expected to engage in daily library operations, as well as assist with library programming, fundraising, and be willing to go the extra mile. We are seeking someone energetic and upbeat with good communication skills and a working knowledge of computers/technology. Criminal background clearances are a State requirement. Candidates must possess a willingness to work with the Director and Board to promote the library and its mission. Please send your resume to Hamlin Memorial Library, PO Box 422, Smethport, PA 16749. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
PennDOT Potter County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of June 1
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of June 1. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in Potter County for the coming week is as follows:
Joint & Crack Sealing (Hot Pour Mastic)
- All of Route 449. Monday, June 1, through Friday, June 5. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
- All of Route 1003 (California Branch/Loucks Mills Road/Main/South Street). Monday, June 1, through Friday, June 5. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
Road Work Starting June 1sr On Crippen Run Rd.
🚧 Road Work Notice – Crippen Run Road 🚧
Beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, road work will take place on Crippen Run Road in West Branch Township, from the intersection with West Branch Road to the end of the pavement.
The project is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete. During this time, motorists should expect:
• Traffic delays
• Possible temporary road closures
• Changing road conditions throughout the project area
Please use caution when traveling through the area, watch for workers and equipment, and allow extra travel time if needed.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as these roadway improvements are completed.
Attention Roulette Water Customers
Attention Roulette Water Customers, in order for the Township to continue getting the new well completed, we are asking for all water customers to conserve water on Monday, June 1st, through Thursday, June 4th. We have finally been given the okay to complete the well’s flow test requirements. In order to complete this test, the township water customers will have a limited water supply. Please do not wash vehicles, homes, lawns, etc, until late afternoon on Thursday. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Roulette Township Supervisors.
Gary Frank Lampman, 86, of Wellsboro, PA
Gary Frank LAMPMAN, 86, of Wellsboro, PA, died Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in his home.
Born March 17, 1940, in Mills, he was the son of Frank and Margaret Porter Lampman.
On November 1, 1958, in Galeton, he married Judith A. Irvin, who survives.
A graduate of Northern Potter High School, he was employed by North Penn/UGI for 37 years and last as a truck driver for Mobo Services.
Surviving besides his wife, Judith, are: five children, Cindy Maynard of Sayre, Sherry Smith of Wellsboro, Laurie (Tony Mosso) Wilson of Wellsboro, Gary J. (Kathy) Lampman of Ridgeway, and Jennifer (David) Moulton of Wellsboro; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three brothers, James Lampman of Harrison Valley, Brian (Lori) Lampman of Austin, Blaine Lampman of MO; a sister, Mazie Dibble of Rocky Mount, NC; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a sister, Marlene Dunham; a brother, Kenneth Lampman; and a son-in-law, Dennis Maynard.
Services will be private.
Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Ronald McDonald House, www.ronaldmcdonaldhouse.org/donate
Arrangements are entrusted to Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Cheryl D. Lathrop, 64, Of Port Allegany, PA
Cheryl D. LATHROP, 64, of Port Allegany, PA, died Monday, May 25, 2026, in Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY.
Born October 9, 1961, in Port Allegany, she was the daughter of Doris Austin Robbins and Robert Robbins.
A 1979 graduate of Port Allegany High School, she was employed by the Ardagh Group in Port Allegany for over 35 years. She was a member of Port Allegany Moose Lodge #460 for 13 years.
Surviving are: a daughter, Brandy Lathrop of Port Allegany; her mother, Doris of Port Allegany; a brother, Richard (Melissa) Lathrop of Milford, DE; a sister, Nicole (Michael) Torpey of Port Allegany; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was predeceased by her stepfather, Robert; two siblings, Julie Lathrop and Keith Lathrop.
Services will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials may be made to the Port Allegany Moose Lodge #460, 35 Pearl St, Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Arrangements are entrusted to Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, Port Allegany, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
THIS IS AN IMPORTANT MESSGE FROM NY ALERT
HEADLINE: NYS Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert Alert for BRADLEY MANGINE on May 27, 2026 at 10:31 pm has been cancelled.
DESCRIPTION: The New York State Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert on behalf of the NYSP Lockport for BRADLEY MANGINE is now cancelled as of 06:37 pm on May 29, 2026.
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Issued By: NYS-DCJS-MPC
Attention Roulette Water Customers
Attention Roulette Water Customers, in order for the Township to continue getting the new well completed, we are asking for all water customers to conserve water on Monday, June 1st, through Thursday, June 4th. We have finally been given the okay to complete the well’s flow test requirements. In order to complete this test, the township water customers will have a limited water supply. Please do not wash vehicles, homes, lawns, etc, until late afternoon on Thursday. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Roulette Township Supervisors.
North Central RPO Invites Residents To Help Shape The Future Of Transportation In North Central Pennsylvania
The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) is inviting residents to help shape the future of transportation as part of the update to the region’s Long‑Range Transportation Plan (LRTP).
The LRTP serves as the region’s roadmap for transportation investments and priorities over the next 20 years. The plan will guide future transportation decisions related to improving safety, maintaining roads and bridges, supporting public transit, freight movement, and expanding accessibility for residents, and overall community connectivity throughout Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, and Potter Counties.
Roulette Water Customers Asked To Conserve Water June 1st To June 4th
Attention ROULETTE water customers in order for the Township to continue getting the new well completed. We’re asking all water customers to conserve water on Monday, June 1 through Thursday, June 4.. We have finally been given the Okay to complete the Wells flow test requirements in order to complete this test the Township customers will have a limited water supply. Please do not wash vehicles, homes, lawns, etc. until the late afternoon on Thursday… we appreciate your understanding and we apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your cooperation.
Vietnam Veterans of America Bucktail Chapter 720 Awards Scholarships
Front row- Left to right- Emma Gavazzi, Molly Hanslovan
At the monthly meeting of the Vietnam Veterans of America Bucktail Chapter 720 on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, the seven winners of the Vietnam Veterans Scholarship were awarded checks for $1500 each.
Each year, this Vietnam Veterans Chapter does several fundraisers to support this scholarship program and several other programs. Each scholarship applicant may choose to write an essay on one of four subjects related to the Vietnam War. The chairperson for the essay committee is Karen Aravich, and the current officers of Bucktail Chapter 720 are: President- Harry Peterson, Vice President- Louie Gregori, Treasurer- Rick Taylor, and Secretary- Wally Struble.
This year’s award winners are: Grace Bon, Emma Gavazzi, Quin Gavazzi, Molly Hanslovan, Ryan Reinsel, Alex Sago, and Meghan Tettis.
2026 PA Wilds Champion Awards Winners Announced
Registration now open for July 30 Dinner & Awards to be held at DuBois Country Club
The PA Wilds Center is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Champions of the PA Wilds Awards. The 2026 Champions are –
- Artisan of the Year: Marie Lewis of Pine Springs Pottery, Clarion County
- Best Brand Ambassador: Pine Creek Seed Farm Corn Maze, Clinton County
- Business of the Year: Kane Manor Inn, McKean County
- Conservation Stewardship: Claire and Rusty Orner of Quiet Creek Herb Farm & School of Country Living, Jefferson County
- Event of the Year: Forest County Bigfoot Festival, Forest County
- Great Design: Floating Feathers Brewing Company, Clinton County
- Great Places: Historic Armstrong Brick Block, Elk County
- Inspiring Youth: Jack Maxwell, Clarion County
- Outstanding Leader: Richard Wykoff, Clinton County
- PA Wilds Planning Team Member of the Year: Candace Hillyard, Potter County
The winners will be honored at the 2026 PA Wilds Dinner & Awards, to be held on Thursday, July 30 in Clearfield County. The theme for this year’s event is “The Power of Partnerships.”