HAIFA SMOKED FISH Recalls Cold Smoked Sprats Due to Potential Health Risk
HAIFA SMOKED FISH of QUEENS, NY is recalling approximately 560 lbs. of Cold Smoked Sprats, due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.
Krystal Stover Receives the 2026 Joe Goff Memorial Award for Outstanding Vocational Achievements
RIDGWAY, Pa— During the month of October, Dickinson Center’s Employment Support Services celebrated National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This year, Dickinson Center’s Employment Support Services (E.S.S.) is proud to announce the fifth annual Joseph Goff Memorial Distinguished Worker Award.
In April of 2021, Joe Goff, passed away suddenly. Joe was a colleague of Dickinson’s E.S.S. team who worked for years at the St Mary’s driver’s license center for B&T Building Services. Joe enjoyed his job, gardening, photography and spending time with his friends.
Dickinson Center’s E.S.S., is proud to present the 2026 Joe Goff Memorial Distinguished Worker Award to Krystal Stover. Krystal has been employed at the St. Marys Dollar Tree over the last year. During this time Krystal has been able to achieve her vocational goals through hard work and dedication to her job. Krystal’s coworkers and job coach are very encouraging and supportive of Krystal which helps contribute to her success. The Joe Goff award is given to someone who has shown strides in improving their life by achieving their personal and vocational goals. Krystal is truly an inspiration to all with her achievements to overcome her obstacles and succeed with her life goals. Krystal is an example of how to hard work and determination can change someone’s life path. E.S.S. is very proud of Krystal and all of her vocational and life accomplishments.
Founded in 1958, Dickinson Center, Inc. (an affiliate of Journey Health System) stands as a leading rural behavioral health provider in northwestern Pennsylvania. With nearly 200 dedicated employees, Dickinson Center, Inc. serves communities across Elk, Cameron, Potter, McKean, Forest, Warren, Jefferson and Clearfield counties.
For more information about Dickinson Center’s services, please visit www.dickinsoncenter.org .
Tonight We Ride, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of Ultimate Forza Male Supplement Due to Presence of Undeclared Sildenafil, Tadalafil, and Dapoxetine
October 24, 2026, Tonight We Ride, LLC of Lakeville, Minnesota, is voluntarily recalling all lots of Ultimate Forza Male Supplement capsules to the consumer level because it has been found to contain undeclared Sildenafil, Tadalafil, and Dapoxetine.
The presence of Sildenafil, Tadalafil, and Dapoxetine in this product renders them unapproved drugs for which the safety and efficacy have not been established.
A Message From the Potter County Farmers Market
To all our customers and vendors who supported the farmers market in all seasons.
This market has been in existence for almost 20 years. It started out with only a few fruit and vegetable vendors, and over the years, it grew by leaps and bounds. In recent years, we have lost produce and craft vendors due to gas prices, growing older, farm stands at home, health issues, and changes in lifestyles, from farming, food, and plants. A huge thanks to the vendors that stayed with us even when sales were low.
Thanks to all of you who have supported us throughout the tides of change. This winter, we do not have an indoor space for a monthly winter market. We will be working on revitalizing the market in Coudersport in 2027.
Please watch for our craft and soap vendors attending festivals in the area.
Any comments or questions, call or text 814-698-0649.
Stay well and stay safe. Happy winter.
Netra Baker.
The Potter County Farmers Market
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the courthouse lawn every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, October 30th. THIS IS THE LAST MARKET FOR 2026. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
*. THE FINAL MARKET FOR 2026 IS OCTOBER 30TH.
* 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]
VALLEY HONEY will be at the market on Friday. We will have various sizes of liquid honey, chunk honey, whipped honey, honeycomb, honey sticks, honey gift bags and beeswax. We accept cash payment. This will be the last market of the year. Hope to see everyone there.
Juanita B. Kinney, 95, of Smethport, PA
Juanita B. Kinney, 95, of Smethport, passed away Wednesday (October 28, 2026) at Amaryllis Nursing and Rehabilitation, Smethport.
She was born February 24, 1931 in Quincy, MA, the daughter of Clyde B. and Beulah (Church) Bradshaw.
On October 4, 1947, in Quincy, MA, she married Elmer R. Kinney, Jr., who preceded her in death.
Juanita worked at the McKean County Courthouse for many years as the operator/receptionist.
She is survived by:
two daughters: Shirley Birch of Smethport and Darlene (Chuck) Mosley of Cyclone
three grandchildren: Scott Sanderson, Lori Cole and Jonathan Sanderson
seven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren
and several nieces and nephews
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an infant granddaughter, Kristine Lee.
There will be no visitation. Services will be held privately by the family. Burial will be in Bridgeview Cemetery, Mt. Jewett.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA or the McKean County Historical Society. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
A Little Light, A Lot of Candy: Bradford’s Trunk or Treat Tradition Begins a New Chapter
Open Arms carries a 20-year community tradition forward at a new location this Halloween.
BRADFORD, Pa. — For someone who loves handing out Halloween candy but lives on a street where few children knock, a decorated car trunk can become a front porch for the evening.
That simple idea helped shape a Bradford tradition that is marking its 20th annual event this year. On Saturday, October 31, Trunk or Treat will welcome families to a new home at Open Arms Community Church, 71 Congress Street, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
The event is free and open to everyone. Children can come in costume, bring a candy bucket or bag, and visit decorated vehicles with their families. Families attending do not need to register.
The 10th Annual Run Past Cancer 5K and One Mile Fun Run/Walk will start at 9 a.m. this Saturday, Oct. 31
Terry Borneman holds this year’s poster for the Run Past Cancer 5K and One Mile Fun Run/Walk.
The 10th Annual Run Past Cancer 5K and One Mile Fun Run/Walk will start at 9 a.m. this Saturday, Oct. 31 on the new section of the Pine Creek Rail Trail at the Patterson Trailhead in Wellsboro.
This is the first time these two events are being held in Wellsboro.
Run Past Cancer is presented by the American Cancer Society and the Tyoga Running Club.
“Our goal is to raise $3,000,” said organizer Terry Borneman, an American Cancer Society volunteer. “I have had many family members and friends affected by cancer. We need to find a cure. Every dollar we raise will be put toward the fight to eradicate it.”
Roberta A. “Bobbie Ann” Root
Roberta A. “Bobbie Ann” Root, 82, of Wellsboro, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at UPMC Williamsport. She was born on March 9, 1944, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Donald and Ruth (Baker) Northrop. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald R. Root, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage until his passing on November 17, 2018.
Bobbie Ann was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Wellsboro and once served as vice president of Root Oil Company. She was an avid reader who particularly enjoyed crime and mystery novels. She enjoyed keeping current with the news, watching movies, and tuning in to Animal Planet. She also loved hiking in the woods, enjoying fresh vegetables straight from the garden, and listening to music. Some of her fondest memories were of her childhood in Asaph, which she lovingly remembered as her own little paradise.
Animals held a special place in Bobbie Ann’s heart. She adored her golden retriever, Lady, and treasured the companionship of her beloved cat, Kitty, who often kept her company curled up on her lap.
Bobbie Ann enjoyed crocheting, knitting, sewing, and cooking. She was a thoughtful and caring person who was always willing to listen. She never needed to be the center of attention, finding happiness in life’s simple pleasures, quiet moments, and time spent with her family.
Bobbie Ann is survived by her two sons, Todd (Penny) Root of Liberty and Jon (Sadie) Root of Wellsboro; her sister, Michele (Karl) Gunderson of Marsh Creek; her grandchildren, Kyle (Sofia) Root, Aric (Renee) Root, Thomas (Emily) Root, Casey (Sharilyn) Root, Logan Root, Emrys Root, Evelyn Root, Ezra Root, Daryl (Christine) Sullivan, and Brent (Jessie) Sullivan; and several great-grandchildren.
In accordance with Bobbie Ann’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services. A private burial will take place at Wellsboro Cemetery.
The family suggests memorial contributions in Bobbie Ann’s memory be made to the Green Free Library, 134 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
The family has entrusted Bobbie Ann’s arrangements to Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro. To share a memory or offer condolences to her family, please visit www.tusseymosher.com.
USDA Rural Development Rural Housing Service Publishes Final Rule to Increase Affordable Housing Opportunities in Rural Communities
(Washington, D.C., October 29, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development today published the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program – Income Producing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Provisions Final Rule to expand housing options for rural homebuyers. This rule allows lenders to offer USDA-guaranteed home loans on properties that include an income-producing ADU. The rule takes effect December 28, 2026.
“President Trump promised to put American families first and that includes making the dream of homeownership achievable in rural America,” said Under Secretary for Rural Development Glen Smith. “By giving rural homebuyers the flexibility to earn income from an ADU, we’re helping families afford a home and strengthen the small towns that are the backbone of this country.”
“Under the leadership of President Trump and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, USDA Rural Development is committed to reducing barriers to homeownership by implementing solutions that increase the supply of affordable housing for rural residents,” said Rural Housing Service Administrator George Kelly.
Through the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program Rural Development provides approved lenders with the ability to offer 100% financed, no money-down loans to eligible low- and moderate-income households in rural areas. Rural Development backs the 90% loan guarantee. With a Single Family Housing loan guarantee, homebuyers can buy existing, build new, or cover the cost of rehabilitating, improving, or relocating a home.
For more information about USDA Rural Development programs, visit www.rd.usda.gov.
Jeremiah “Jere” G. MARTIN, Celebration of Life Ceremony
Jeremiah “Jere” G. MARTIN, 75, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Harrison Valley and East Earl, died October 18, 2026.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Penn-York Camp, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948.
Following the service, everyone is invited to stay for one last picnic to celebrate Jere. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Penn York Camp, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
VACANCY NOTICE COUNCIL SEAT WARD 2 VACANCY FOR THE BOROUGH OF COUDERSPORT
There is a vacancy for the Coudersport Borough Council Ward 2. Anyone interested in serving as the Council Member in Ward 2 with a term ending December 31, 2027 must submit a letter of interest to the Borough Manager, Todd Brown via email (manager@coudersportborough.org) or via mail (201 South West Street, Coudersport, PA 16915).
In order to qualify for the appointment as the Council Member all applicants must be a resident of the Borough of Coudersport for at least one (1) year and live in Ward 2. In order to continue to serve as Council member you must run in the next election.
Letters of interest must be submitted by 3 pm on November 3, 2026, to be considered for the vacancy.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Borough Manager, Todd Brown atv (814)-274-9776.
** To serve as Council Member you must fill out an affidavit of residency form and have it notarized. This form should be submitted with your letter of interest. The affidavit of residency form can be picked up at the Borough office at 201 South West Street, Coudersport, PA 16915 during regular business hours.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA455 AM EDT Thu Oct 29 2026…DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS MORNING…
* WHAT…Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
* WHERE…A portion of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…Until 10 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS…Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Consider allowing extra time to reach your destination.
If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights, and leave plenty
of distance ahead of you.
Roy L. Barclay, 77, of Derrick City
DERRICK CITY, PA—Roy L. Barclay, 77, of Derrick City, passed away in his home with his loving family by his side on Friday, October 23, 2026, after a short illness.
Born on Friday, December 17, 1948 in Perryton, Texas, he was a son of Roy B. “Bunk” and Clara Velma Wilson Barclay. On July 18, 1982 in Amarillo, Texas, he married Susan C. Gordon, who passed away on September 10, 2018.
Roy was a US Army veteran having served as a medic during the Vietnam War. Roy was employed in various positions throughout his lifetime, including off shore drilling, owning and operating a construction company, driving truck, and along with his wife, was a foster parent.
FALL TURKEY SEASON KICKS OFF OCTOBER 31
HARRISBURG, PA – This year, Trick-or-treating isn’t the only thing to look forward to on Saturday, Oct. 31. The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) announces the fall 2026 turkey season will kick off in 20 of the state’s 22 Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) on Halloween.
Fall turkey hunting is closed in WMUs 5C and 5D. For the remaining WMUs, the season lengths are as follows: WMUs 1A, 2G, 3A, 4A, 4B and 4D: Oct. 31-Nov. 15; WMUs 1B, 3D, 4C and 4E: Oct. 31-Nov. 8; WMUs 2A, 2F, 3B, and 3C: Oct. 31-Nov. 15 and Nov. 25-27; WMUs 2B, 2C, 2D and 2E: Oct. 31-Nov. 20 and Nov. 25-27; and WMU 5A and 5B: Oct. 31-Nov. 3. Hunters are advised that the three-day Thanksgiving season again will run Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, only in applicable WMUs.
PA DCNR Invests in Rural PA’s Growing Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Sectors Via C2P2 Grants
The PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has announced $7.3 million in grant awards for organizations and projects across the 13-county Pennsylvania Wilds region that help to advance local efforts to grow the region’s tourism and outdoor recreation sectors in a sustainable way.
The investments were selected through a statewide competitive process as part of the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2), a grant program DCNR administers annually.
This year’s C2P2 grants in the PA Wilds region cover a range of projects and partnerships, from providing funding for regional organizations that are helping to coordinate outdoor recreation, tourism and heritage development partnership networks, programs, mini grant programs and other critical capacity, to specific projects in individual communities related to stewardship, planning, and developing tourism, recreation and heritage assets.
Mary A. “Stevie” Schnell, 86, of Duke Center
Mary A. “Stevie” Schnell “lived life to the fullest”
DUKE CENTER, PA—
, passed away from a pre-existing condition with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in the Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY.
Born on Saturday, May 11, 1940 in Warren, she was a daughter of Anson H. and Alice F. Wolfe Crain. On June 13, 1959 in St. Raphael Church, Eldred, she married Charles E. “Charlie” Schnell, who survives.
Mary was a graduate of Otto-Eldred High School, Class of 1958. She was employed in retail sales for various companies, having lastly worked at the former Kmart in Harbor Creek.
Mary was an active member of St. Raphael Catholic Church’s Altar Society. She was an avid reader and enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, solving word puzzles and playing solitaire on her computer. Along with her husband, Charlie, they initially enjoyed riding ATV’s then side by sides traveling at least 3000 miles a year on them. After 10 years of riding side by sides, they graduated to riding in their 2 door firecracker red Jeep Wrangler, having driven 7000 miles the first summer they had it. She also enjoyed exploring the wilds of Pennsylvania State forests. Mary was a great supporter of Otto-Eldred athletics, especially boy’s and girl’s basketball and girl’s volleyball, going to as many games as possible. She also supported the Otto Township Fire Department and their auxiliary by attending their fundraisers and functions. Her greatest love was her family.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 67 years; a daughter, Lynne M. (Joseph) Brozewicz of Wattsburg; a son, Robert C. (Kara) Schnell of Street, Maryland; eleven grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by a daughter, Laurie A. Baer; and a sister, Sally Crain.
In keeping with Mary’’s wishes, there will be no public services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Mary’s name may be made to the Portville Free Library, PO Box 768, Portville, NY 14770.
Mary’s family has entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Mary, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Money, Do You Have Enough?
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Does money interest you? If you were breathing, I would suppose the answer to that question would be yes. Do you have enough? Do you want more? We can all guess the answers to those questions. But if we are among the richest people in the world, why do we never seem to have enough? In other words, why is it that although we are rich, we don’t feel rich? In fact, many have never felt rich in their entire lives. Why? The answer to that is a simple thing called “margin”.
Margin has to do with our debt-to-income ratio. It’s the difference between what I earn and what I save. If I put money away, as in a savings account, I start to accumulate a reserve. As the margin between what I spend and what I save continues to grow, I start to feel rich because what I have saved creates buying power. If I spend all that I earn, I will feel like I’m living paycheck to paycheck, and that’s true whether I make $30,000 a year or $300,000 a year. So now the question is what percentage of your income you need to live on?
In Mark 12:41-44, Jesus gathers his disciples to observe people putting money into the Tabernacle offering box. Some place large sums, while a lowly widow comes along and places two small coins. Jesus turns to his disciples and says, “I tell you the truth, this poor widow has given more than all the others who are making contributions. For they gave a tiny part of their surplus, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she had to live on” (Mark 12:43-44). The point is that, in percentage terms, the widow gave it all, while the rich gave only a small percentage of what they had. I wonder which felt rich, the rich who had the money but kept most of it for themselves, or the widow who gave it all away? Quite simply, the widow’s hope was in God, which is why she could give it all away. The rich, on the other hand, had their hope migrate from God to their money. What does that say about us? Think about it.
“Trolls in the Forest” Community Information Sessions Scheduled for Kane and Bradford
Free public meetings will outline economic opportunities, visitor projections, and community collaboration for Pennsylvania’s first permanent Thomas Dambo troll installations.
BRADFORD, PA – The Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau (ANFVB) invites local business owners, community leaders, artisans, and residents to attend upcoming informational sessions regarding the landmark “Trolls in the Forest” public art and eco-tourism project.
The sessions will explore the regional economic impact of the project, provide an overview of projected visitor volume, and outline concrete ways local businesses, hospitality providers, and volunteers can capitalize on the influx of travelers.
Sessions are free, open to the public, and include light refreshments:
- Kane Information Session: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Kane Elementary School, 400 W Hemlock Avenue, Kane, PA 16735
Bradford Information Session: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Bradford’s Old Post Office, 80 E. Corydon Street, Bradford, PA
Each 90-minute session will provide an overview of the project scope and timeline, followed by an open community discussion. With significant visitor interest on the horizon, the time to start thinking and preparing is now. The session is designed to jumpstart local brainstorming—encouraging business owners, civic groups, and residents to explore their own creative ideas for collaborating, welcoming travelers, and making the most of this momentum.
“Bringing three monumental Thomas Dambo trolls to McKean County is a once-in-a-generation catalyst that will draw thousands of cultural travelers into our downtown corridors,” said Rustin Lippincott, Executive Director of the Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau. “These meetings are designed to equip our local merchants, restaurateurs, makers, and civic groups with the insights they need to prepare, collaborate, and directly benefit from this surge in foot traffic.”
“Trolls in the Forest” will feature three monumental troll sculptures crafted entirely from locally sourced salvaged wood and recycled materials. Standing up to 30 feet tall, the sculptures will mark Dambo’s first permanent exhibition in Pennsylvania, placing McKean County on the global “troll hunting” map alongside more than 190 sculptures worldwide across 20 countries and 21 U.S. states.
Targeted for installation in 2027, the sculptures are planned for Kane, Bradford and a third mid-county location near Westline. Designed to encourage exploration across trails, parks, and downtown business districts, the installation is projected to attract more than 100,000 visitors annually, turning single-day excursions into multi-day stays that fuel the regional economy.
No RSVP is required to attend. Community members and business owners unable to attend can learn more or request project updates by visiting PATrailCentral.com or calling 800-473-9370.
Seneca Highlands CTC’s “Student of the Week”
Congratulations to Aiden Gillespie, a sophomore at Kane High School, for being named Student of the Week in our Automotive Program!
Aiden demonstrates a great work ethic and a strong interest in the
automotive trade. His willingness to learn and dedication to
developing his skills makes him a great example of what it means to be a successful student in the program.
Keep up the great work, Aiden! We’re proud to recognize your efforts. and look forward to seeing you continue to grow and succeed in the automotive field!
Congratulations, Aiden!
Owlett to Host Human Trafficking Education, Awareness Event
WHAT: Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is hosting a human trafficking awareness event focused on recognizing the signs of trafficking, online grooming and exploitation of children, and ways to protect loved ones.
WHO: Owlett; Joe Peters, Wyoming County district attorney; Korrin Moon, president and founder of Lantern Rescue; and Debbie Colton, founder of Oasis of Hope in Canton.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m.
WHERE: North Street Community Church, 177 North St. in Canton