On July 17th Port Allegany Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 1050 Lower Portage Rd. for a dirtbike accident with possible leg injury

Joseph A. Wedge, 66, of 9 Bayberry Court, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at his residence. 

Joe was born in Bradford on September 26, 1959, he was a son of the late Marjorie J. (Hannon) and William J. Wedge. He was a graduate of Limestone Union Free School.

Joe was employed at Topline Corporation, Bradford Forest Products, and prior to his retirement he worked at Bradford Pipe And Supply. 

Joe enjoyed drawing, especially drawing older cars,fishing, gardening, listening to 60 and 70’s music, and spending time with his grandchildren. 
 
Surviving in addition to his wife Mary (Rizzo) Wedge, is one daughter, Nicole (Andy) Reid, two sisters, Marge Updegrove, of Bradford, and Mary Ann (Donna) Schelb, of Bradford,  three brothers, Chuck (Patricia) Updegrove, of Virginia, William (Teri) Wedge, of Limestone, and David Wedge, of Limestone, three grandchildren, Vera, Camille, and Santino Reid, and several nieces and nephews.
 
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, John Wedge and Scott Wedge.

Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Joe and his brother Scott on  Saturday August 22, 2026, from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Limestone Community Center. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at wwwhollenbeckcahill.com

Very Unhealthy air quality levels are forecast for today in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties. The risk of health effects is increased for everyone, not only those in sensitive groups. Stay up to date with air quality levels in your area by visiting https://dec.ny.gov/environmental-protection/air-quality/air-quality-index-forecast-current-observations or https://www.airnow.gov/ and enter your zip code.

There are actions you can take to keep yourself protected when air quality is unhealthy: 

• Spend more time indoors, especially individuals in sensitive groups, like children and teenagers, older adults, people with heart or respiratory problems, pregnant people, and those who exercise or work outdoors. 
• People who must spend time outdoors should consider wearing a mask (N95 or KN95 works best), take frequent breaks, and adjust work or exercise schedules for when air conditions improve.

For more safety tips visit: https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/outdoors/air/smoke_from_fire.htm 

View guides to protect your health, including guidance for schools and children, by visiting: https://www.airnow.gov/publications/activity-guides-publications/

NY-Alert Support – NYAlertSupport@its.ny.gov

www.Alert.ny.gov

Coudersport, Pa., July 17, 2026 – Through Cole Foundation’s Operation Appreciation campaign, community members have a simple way to thank local veterans for the sacrifices they have made while supporting patient care at UPMC Cole.

“Operation Appreciation gives our community a meaningful way to say thank you to local veterans and their families,” said Andrea Streich, director, Cole Foundation. “Every flag displayed on our campus tells a story, and every donation helps support care for local patients, including veterans. We are grateful to every donor, veteran, family member, staff member, and community partner who helps make these tributes possible.”

BRADFORD, Pa (July 15, 2026)— Journey Health System (JHS) and their affiliates Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS), Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS) and Deerfield Behavioral Health (DBH) hosted an annual employee service awards luncheon on July 15. The staff members being recognized are celebrating nearly 800 total years of service overall.

Guy Signor, JHS President & CEO, welcomed the employees and thanked them for their dedication, commitment and hard work each day toward achieving the organization’s mission.

With 45 years of service, John Golden of BLBHS, was applauded.

BLBHS Executive Director Jennifer Gesing said, “I’d like to thank John for his 45 years of contributions to the BLARS and BLBHS agencies. He is respected for the manner in which he interacts with those we serve and also for thinking outside of the box when it comes to clinical/behavioral program development.”

(Washington, D.C., July 16, 2026) – U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development today announced the certification of the Farmers Innovation Fund as a Rural Business Investment Company, expanding private-sector investment opportunities for innovative agricultural businesses serving rural America.

“Under President Trump’s leadership, USDA is putting farmers first and driving investment to rural communities to ensure American agriculture leads the world in innovation,” said Rural Development Deputy Under Secretary Joe Gilson. “The Farmers Innovation Fund is a prime example of how this Administration is harnessing private capital and the ingenuity of American producers to build the next generation of agricultural technology right here at home, strengthening rural communities and our nation’s food security in the process.”

To learn more, read the full News Release.

KANE, Pa. – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) was selected as the recipient of the Energizing Community Education Project grant funding through the West Penn Energy Fund. The College received $60,000.00 to support the expansion of the zSpace program over the next 12 months in Kane and beyond. The funds will also be used to explore the development of virtual and augmented reality experiences that include energy efficiency modules, using Six&Kane as the pilot location.

Overall, the educational programs and experiences will be conducted at Six & Kane in Kane, Pennsylvania, the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce in Emporium, Pennsylvania, and in partnership with local businesses and school districts throughout the 10-county region NPRC serves.

On July 17th Smethport Fire Department and Port Allegany Ambulance were dispatched to 6055 Rt. 46 for a one vehicle crash car into a pole with possible injuries. UPDATE roadway is ahut down

ANNOUNCEMENT TO ALL COMING TO THE FARMER AND ARTISAN MARKET UNTIL THE RENOVATIONS ARE COMPLETED, beginning the week of June 15th, the Potter County Farmers Market and Artisan Market will be relocated to the corner of the courthouse lawn. The Market will remain there until the renovation plan is completed. 

The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the courthouse lawn, every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm.  Market will also be held on Saturday, if vendors are available, from 11 am to 3 pm. The next market weekend will be this Friday, July 17th and Saturday, July 18th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

[NOTICES: 

*  NEW SCHEDULE FOR 2026. The outdoor market is held EACH FRIDAY. Market will also be held on SATURDAY IF VENDORS ARE AVAILABLE. Market will be held from May through December (weather permitting).

 *  Market times have been established after many trial times over the years.  If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly.  They are willing to try to accommodate your request.

 *  If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions, please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-598-0649 netrabaker2@gmail.com]

FRIDAY VENDORS – July 17th – 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm

WOLFPACK QUEEN ODDITIES will be there Friday.  We will be bringing; Jewelry, Beaded bookmarks, Beaded keychains, beaded Wristlets, beaded pens, popsockets, Barrettes, Pins/Brooches, and Magnets .  We accept cash & cash app .  You can find us on Whatnot@wolfpackqueen, on Facebook under Peggy Egolf.

VALLEY HONEY will be at the market on Friday only this week. We will have various sizes of honey, whipped honey, honey sticks, honey gift bags and beeswax for sale. We accept cash payment. Hope to see everyone there! 

LAZY BOUGH NURSERY will be there this Friday with the following: Trees: Black Walnut, Butternut, American Chestnut, Red Oak, White Oak. Shrubs: American Pussy Willow, Mt. Aso Willow, Black Willow, Silky Dogwood. Perennials: Orange Tiger Lily, Purple and White Blazing Star. Natives: Cardinal Flower, Joe Pye Weed Plugs, Common Milkweed Plugs, Butterfly Milkweed Plugs, Blue Vervain Plugs, Yarrow Plugs.

SATURDAY VENDORS – July 18th – 11 am to 3 pm

No Saturday vendors this week

Richar Insurance & Tags is seeking a friendly, dependable, and motivated individual to join our team. We are a locally owned insurance agency and a Full Agent PennDOT Messenger Service, providing a wide variety of services to our community. This full-time position offers a diverse workday with opportunities to learn insurance, PennDOT title and registration work, and notary services. If you enjoy working with people, have strong computer skills, and take pride in providing excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in person and over the phone
• Process PennDOT title transfers, registrations, and messenger service transactions
• Prepare and review documents for accuracy
• Perform general office and computer duties
• Assist with insurance customer service and policy processing
• Maintain a professional, courteous, and organized work environment

Qualifications

• Strong computer and keyboarding skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office
• Pennsylvania Notary Public preferred, or willingness to obtain a commission
• Insurance experience or a Pennsylvania Property & Casualty license is a plus, but not required
• Willingness to learn and become licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Dependable, professional, and a team player

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• No evenings or weekends
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for professional growth and licensing
• A stable, family-owned business serving the community for many years

No experience with insurance or PennDOT services? That’s okay. We are willing to train the right person who has a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to build a long-term career.

Interested applicants should submit a résumé and any relevant qualifications or certifications for consideration.

Lesley K. Post

Richar Insurance

29 Germania St,                        richar.lesley@verizon.net

Galeton PA 16922Richar Insurance & Tags – Galeton, PA is Seeking a Customer Service Representative

POSITION VACANCY

The Coudersport Area School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Elementary School Teacher effective with the 2026-2027 school year.

Interested applicants should send a complete application package, including a letter of interest, PA certificate, PA Standard Teaching Application, Act 24, 31, 34, 151, and 168 clearances, references (3 current, professional), resumé, and transcripts to the Office of the Superintendent, CASD, 698 Dwight Street, Coudersport PA  16915 by July 30, 2026 or until the position is filled.

POSITION VACANCY

The Coudersport Area School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of  HS Math Teacher effective with the 2026-2027 school year.

Interested applicants should send a complete application package, including a letter of interest, PA certificate, PA Standard Teaching Application, Act 24, 31, 34, 151, and 168 clearances, references (3 current, professional), resumé, and transcripts to the Office of the Superintendent, CASD, 698 Dwight Street, Coudersport PA  16915 by July 30, 2026 or until the position is filled.

BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) and Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) today announced more than $1.8 million in state grants have been awarded to projects supporting healthcare and public safety in the region.

Universal Primary Care (UPC) was awarded $1.25 million for an expansion project in Bradford, while the City of Bradford Police Department was awarded $600,000 to renovate an existing building to create a new police station.

“Given the major healthcare challenges we are facing locally, UPC’s desire to grow here and enhance access to primary care, women’s/maternal healthcare, dental care and more in our community is truly a godsend,” Causer said “Our police department is equally important, and this new station will help them continue their mission and enhance their connections to the community. Investing in these two projects will provide significant benefit to area residents, and I was happy to advocate for funding for both of them.”

On July 16th Genesee Fire Department was dispatched to Collins Hill Rd. for a structure fire.

The McKean County Community Foundation is proud to recognize the growing impact of the Duane Anthony Vicini Scholarship Fund, established in October 2024 to support students pursuing higher education and workforce training opportunities while honoring a lifetime dedicated to education and community service.

Mr. Duane Anthony Vicini has spent decades creating opportunities for students and advancing education throughout the region. He served as Superintendent of the Forest Area School District before retiring and continuing his work in educational leadership and workforce development. Following his tenure in public education, Mr. Vicini became President of the Education Council for the Upper Allegheny (ECUA), serving as its only president until the creation of the Rural Regional College (RRC). He later served as Project Executive during the formative years of the RRC before becoming Chief of Staff for the Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC), where he served until retirement. Today, he continues to support educational advancement as a member of the NPRC Board of Trustees.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code RED Air Quality Alert for all of Central Pennsylvania for Thursday, July 16th.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code ORANGE Air Quality Alert for all of Central Pennsylvania for Friday, July 17th.

Wildfire smoke from Ontario Canada and Minnesota will enter the Commonwealth from north to south this afternoon and linger through Friday.

Everyone may experience health effects. Members of sensitive groups may experience more HDserious health effects.

For more information on ground-level ozone and fine particles, visit www.airnow.gov, and www.aqpartners.state.pa.us.

• The July Young Artisan Class will be held Thursday, July 23, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. This class is open to students in grades 2 through 6. Snacks and materials will be provided. The cost is $25 per student. By student request, participants will paint mini canvases using acrylic paint, squeegees, and paint brushes.

• Beginner Watercolor Class will be held Friday, July 24, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Recommended for ages 14 and up, this class will cover basic watercolor techniques, how to use different watercolor materials, and ways to create a desired effect with materials on hand. The subject will be “Painting Clouds.” All materials will be provided. The class fee is $35.

• Master quilt maker and teacher Brenda Bonzcar will lead Learning to Sew, on August 3 – 5, a three-day intensive introductory course for beginners. Classes will meet from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. each day. Students will complete several projects during the course. All materials and equipment will be provided. The class fee is $75.

• The Potter County Artisan Co-op is seeking sponsors and vendors for the upcoming Falling Leaves Festival. Contact the Co-op for vendor applications or sponsorship information.

To register for these classes or events, please call the Potter County Artisan Co-op at (814) 274-8165. The Co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street and is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Looking for an activity while visiting the area? The Potter County Artisan Co-op can arrange a private group class for you and your friends at a convenient time. Please call ahead or message us on Facebook to schedule.

Events and classes are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and the Elk County Council on the Arts, state agencies funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Richar Insurance & Tags is seeking a friendly, dependable, and motivated individual to join our team. We are a locally owned insurance agency and a Full Agent PennDOT Messenger Service, providing a wide variety of services to our community. This full-time position offers a diverse workday with opportunities to learn insurance, PennDOT title and registration work, and notary services. If you enjoy working with people, have strong computer skills, and take pride in providing excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in person and over the phone
• Process PennDOT title transfers, registrations, and messenger service transactions
• Prepare and review documents for accuracy
• Perform general office and computer duties
• Assist with insurance customer service and policy processing
• Maintain a professional, courteous, and organized work environment

Qualifications

• Strong computer and keyboarding skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office
• Pennsylvania Notary Public preferred, or willingness to obtain a commission
• Insurance experience or a Pennsylvania Property & Casualty license is a plus, but not required
• Willingness to learn and become licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Dependable, professional, and a team player

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• No evenings or weekends
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for professional growth and licensing
• A stable, family-owned business serving the community for many years

No experience with insurance or PennDOT services? That’s okay. We are willing to train the right person who has a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to build a long-term career.

Interested applicants should submit a résumé and any relevant qualifications or certifications for consideration.

Lesley K. Post

Richar Insurance

29 Germania St,                        richar.lesley@verizon.net

Galeton PA 16922

The Ulysses Borough is accepting applications for a Part-Time Public Works Assistant.

Position Details:

• Up to 20 hours per week
• $15.00 per hour

Job Duties Include:

• Assisting with operations at the sewer treatment plant
• Helping with the water department
• Road maintenance and other general public works tasks

Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be willing and able to perform manual labor in a variety of weather conditions
• A valid driver’s license is not required, but is strongly recommended 

Resumes are accepted at the Ulysses Borough Office or by contacting the borough during normal business hours.

The Ulysses Borough is an Equal Opportunity Employer.