Commission directs development of updated emergency load control rules and notices a Technical Conference on cost allocation
HARRISBURG – As rapid data center development adds significant new demand to the regional electric grid, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today took steps to examine Pennsylvania’s emergency load control procedures and the allocation of costs associated with large computational loads.
By a vote of 5-0, the Commission approved a motion by Vice Chair Kimberly Barrow directing PUC staff to develop proposed updates to Pennsylvania’s emergency electric load control regulations, including greater clarity regarding the order, criteria and circumstances under which customers may be curtailed during pre-emergency and emergency conditions.
“The combination of rapid load growth and tightening resource adequacy conditions requires us to carefully examine whether our existing regulatory framework is sufficient for the challenges ahead,” Vice Chair Barrow said. “We need clear and consistent procedures for managing load during pre-emergency and emergency conditions, while also examining how costs associated with large new loads should be allocated. These are…
HARRISBURG, PA (September 10) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is now accepting applications for the Erie Access Improvement Program. The application can be found on the PFBC website (Fishandboat.com).
Through this grant program, funding is available to support projects that provide public fishing access or protect or improve fish habitat for Lake Erie, Presque Isle Bay, their tributaries, and waters that flow into those tributaries. Eligible applicants include townships, boroughs, counties, municipalities, and 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations such as land trusts, conservancies, and watershed groups.
HARRISBURG, PA (September 10) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is opening the next round of Boating Facility Grants to meet growing demand for public access and expand safe, accessible boating opportunities. The application can be found on the PFBC website (Fishandboat.com).
The Boating Facility Grant Program supports the planning, acquisition, development, expansion, and rehabilitation of public boating facilities. Eligible applicants include townships, boroughs, counties, municipalities, and 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations such as land trusts, conservancies, and watershed groups.
Jean F. Vickery, 100, of Langmaid Lane, Bradford, went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 8, 2026, with her daughter, Lori, by her side.
Born August 25, 1926, in Cyclone, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Eliza (Grant) Granger. Jean attended Bradford Area schools.
On December 19, 1957, in Bradford, she married Carl R. Vickery, who preceded her in death on March 11, 1999.
Jean worked at various jobs, but spent most of her working years at Corning Glass, retiring in 1987.
Jean was a very dedicated wife and mother. Her Godly love for her family was extraordinary. Her children remember her singing old, lighthearted ditties such as “Mairzy Doats” and “Long Boy,” and other songs that were always a joy to hear because of her beautiful voice. She enjoyed crocheting clothes and Afghans, working all kinds of puzzles, and was very competitive at board games. She and her husband, Carl, once traveled across the country in a van, stopping to visit their many friends and relatives along the way.
Together, they were members of the Star Lanes bowling league, and both won several trophies. Most recently, Jean bowled with the Ladies Koffee Cup league at Byllye Lanes. She also frequented the Senior center where she enjoyed playing Bingo and competing in the Senior Games. Over the years, she won blue ribbons for bocce, basketball, bowling, and croquet. Jean frequently attended card parties with some of her many friends, and she was always loved by all.
Surviving are four daughters; Deanna (Neale) Garey, Debra Berrones, Carla (Greg) Rudichuk, all of the Houston area, and Lori (John) Belleville of Bradford; two sons; James Claypoole and Brett Vickery, also of the Houston area; and one step-daughter, Judy Davis Armstrong of Hinsdale, IL; 15 grandchildren, several great- and great- great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Carl, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Jane Swezey McLaughlin and Harriet (Claude) Springer; one brother, John (Della) Granger; one son, John Claypoole; and her cherished dog, Shadow, whom she called her baby.
To her children and many others who knew and loved her, Jean’s life can be summed up in Proverbs 31:27-31: 27 She watches over the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. 28 Her children rise up and call her blessed; Her husband also, and he praises her: 29 “Many daughters have done well, but you excel them all.” 30 Charm is deceitful, and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. 31 Give her of the fruit of her hands and let her own works praise her in the gates. Special thanks to Amy and the other wonderful nurses at Penn Highlands who provided exceptional care and support for Jean and Lori.
At Jean’s request, there will be no service. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to the Bradford Senior Center or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Attention Annin Creek Residents: A tentative start date for the Annin Creek Paving Project will be 9/15 with GOH. The road will be closed to through traffic. Local traffic only. Paving will begin at Crowley’s oil tans and go approximately 7500’.
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 12 P.M.,E.D.T., Thursday, September 24, 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 any informalities 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.
HARRISBURG, Pa. (September 9) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced today that public boat docks at the Mangan Cove Access on Lake Wallenpaupack, Wayne County, will be removed during the week beginning September 28, 2026.
While docks are typically removed from this location each fall in preparation for winter, the removal is happening earlier than normal due to low water levels associated with a partial drawdown underway at Lake Wallenpaupack.
Dependent upon a return to normal water levels and local weather conditions, docks are anticipated to be re-installed in late March 2027.
Through PennDOT, the Shapiro Administration created a process that allows municipalities or regional organizations that manage trail networks to request an ATV route designation, furthering opportunities to connect trails.
Under Governor Shapiro’s leadership, Pennsylvania’s outdoor recreation economy has grown by $3.5 billion, supporting approximately 177,000 jobs.
Clearfield, PA – Today, the Shapiro Administration announced six new All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Connector Routes in Elk and Potter counties, expanding connections to two regional trail networks and creating new opportunities for riders to safely access local communities and businesses. The new routes connect to the Elk County Trail of Dreams and Northcentral Regional ATV Trail.
Thompson stated in a recent press release announcing the introduction of the Not In My Barnyard Act (H.R. 10135) that “the loss of productive agricultural land when other viable sites exist directly threatens our nation’s food security and rural communities. The ‘Not In My Barnyard’Act protects America’s producers and ensures our working land is dedicated to feeding the country.”
Thompson’s bill would prohibit the federal government from initiating eminent domain proceedings on any agricultural land when a feasible alternative site exists, ensuring the U.S. has enough productive farmland to feed and fuel the country.
Currently languishing in the Democrat-controlled Pennsylvania House, Dush’s private property protection legislation (Senate Bill 225) was unanimously advanced by the Pennsylvania Senate in June 2025 to financially protect farm owners whose properties are seized through eminent domain and the corresponding loss of goodwill.
“Ultimately, the commonsense purpose behind both our respective bills is to make it far more difficult for government to confiscate private farmland,” Dush said. “Any life-sustaining family farm that has been meticulously cared for, cultivated, and enriched over generations has amassed a great deal of economic and community goodwill which is permanently destroyed whenever agricultural producers are forced off their land. This is especially true for Centre County farmers whose food-producing private properties are currently being targeted by PennDOT for the I-322 Connector project.”
As chairman of the Senate State Government Committee, Dush convened a hearing on this issue back in 2024 where the committee heard from these Centre County farmers, which can be viewed here.
By ensuring that farmers and businesses are fairly compensated for any property they are forced to sell, Dush’s legislation seeks to restore Pennsylvanian’s “inherent and indefeasible rights, among which are those of enjoying and defending life and liberty, of acquiring, possessing and protecting property and reputation, and of pursuing their own happiness” as stated in Article 1, Section 1 of the Pennsylvania Constitution.
Both Dush’s Senate Bill 225 and Thompson’s Not In My Barnyard Act are fully supported by the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau.
Samuel M. Crossley, III, 81, of Sprankle Mills, left this world to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, August 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Sam was born on December 15, 1944, in Marysville, PA, son of the late Dorothy (Pierce) and Samuel M. Crossley, II.
He grew up on the family farm, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep love for his family. After graduating high school, he earned his master’s degree from the Delaware Valley College where he pursued a career in agriculture. He went on to become a Penn State Cooperative Extension Agent for forty years. After retiring, Sam went into his true passion of ministry and was the pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Coudersport, Coudersport Alliance Church, and the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Punxsutawney, PA.
A loving husband to Jane (Williams) Crossley for sixty years, Sam was a pillar of strength and support for his family. Together they raised three children; Samuel Luke Crossley (Pam Dawson), Louise C. Reely (Richard), and Andrew Jacob Crossley (Brielle Disque).
He was a devoted father and was always there to offer guidance, love, and a hearty laugh. He cherished family gatherings, and his presence always brought warmth and joy to those around him. Sam’s two favorite hymns, “In the Garden” and “I’ll Fly Away”, also reflect his devoted life.
Sam had many passions in life, including hunting, fishing, writing devotionals, and spending time with his family which included nine grandchildren; Reneé Johnson, Caleb Reely(Kali Landis), Emerald Reely, Breana Courtney, Josh Courtney, Trevor Crossley, Landon Crossley, Margaret Crossley, and Bella Sheets-Crossley; and four great grandchildren; Julian Reely, Jeryian Reely, Jaylee Reely, and Finnegan Reely. He is also survived by a sister Peggy Smith of Marysville, PA, as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends who will miss him dearly.
Interment was in St. John’s Cemetery, Punxsutawney.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly request donations be made, in memory of Sam, to the Oliver Township Volunteer Fire Company, 184 Bodenhorn Road, Coolspring, PA 15730.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that the contractor for an embankment slide repair on Route 770 in Bradford Township, McKean County, will close the road on Thursday, September 10. This project will correct the slide by building a rock buttress while improving the ride quality and service life of the road by way of minor roadway and drainage improvements.
Starting Thursday, the contractor will close the road and implement a detour using Route 59 and Route 219. PennDOT anticipates this closure and detour remaining in effect until mid-October, but all construction schedules are subject to change without notice due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. is the contractor on this $1.4 million contract.
Were you able to read that? Apparently, some cannot; perhaps you are one of them. What I find interesting is that some, like me, can read it as easily as if it were spelled correctly. For me and others, this presents another problem. When I’m proofreading papers, I can’t see the mistakes because I read words that aren’t there. My mind corrects misspellings, so I don’t notice them.
Life, I have found, is interpreted by what we see. Note that I said by what we see, not by what is. In other words, our interpretation of our world depends on how we see it. We often interpret through the lenses of our experiences, both the good and the bad. I wear glasses, and if you were to put my glasses on, your world might appear blurry and distorted. Our experiences, like glasses, affect our ability to see things.
Today was one of those days when I had trouble seeing what was right in front of my nose. I was doing some carpentry work for my niece, and several times I found myself looking for the tape measure only to realize I was holding it. Later, I did the same thing with the pencil and hammer.
In the natural order of life, we all find ourselves looking for something that is right in front of us yet can’t see it. It’s the same with God. He can be working in our lives and the lives of others while we are oblivious to His presence. We can miss His message to us because our experience tells us something different. I know of only one way to experience God. It’s called practice. Think about it.
Smethport – Danny J. Baker, 67, of Smethport, passed away Saturday (September 5, 2026) at UPMC Williamsport.
He was born January 7, 1959 in Bradford, PA, the son of Michael R. Baker and Gail L. Housler.
Danny was a 1977 graduate of Smethport Area High School and was employed by Werzalit of Bradford for many years, then at St. Elizabeth Cemetery in Smethport.
He was a member of the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby, the Ruffed Grouse Society and Pheasants Forever. Dan was very active in youth area sports for many years. He had coached Smethport Girls Softball Team, Little League and Travel Team. He also was a coach for the Smethport Trap Team. His passion was hunting, which he thoroughly enjoyed doing with his nephews.
In addition to being survived by his mother, Gail, of Hazel Hurst, PA, Dan is survived by:
Four daughters: Kayleen (Ken) Balsiger and Andrea (Jerome) Hurd, both of Colorado, Mattison (Greg) Gorrell of Derrick City, and Brooke (Bobby) Pearson of Olean, NY
Grandchildren: Dylan and Elliot Balsiger, Austin and Tyler Hurd, Olivia Balsiger, Maisy and Rhys Gorrell
Five sisters: Vanessa (Bob) Black of East Smethport, Billie (Tony) Barnish and Laurie (Bob) Kinniburgh, both of Smethport, Terry (Lane) Corbett of Crosby, and Sandy Swanson of Mt. Jewett
Two brothers: Michael Baker of Smethport and Brian (Kathy) Baker of Johnsonburg
And many nieces and nephews
In addition to his father, Dan was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Kim Baker, and a brother-in-law, Bradley Swanson
At Dan’s request, there will be no visitation. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to Smethport Sports Boosters, Pheasants Forever, or the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
On July 15, 2026, BMC Medical Co., Ltd. (BMC), Beijing, China, retrospectively reported to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) a recall of 20,160 Luna G3 APAP (Model LG3600) devices distributed in the United States due to firmware defect. This corrective action was not reported to customers. On August 19, 2026, the FDA classified this retrospective recall as a Class I recall (FDA Recall Number: Z-2979-2026).
BMC has identified that firmware version, G3-2.00.76 installed on these Luna G3 APAP (Model LG3600) devices contained a firmware defect. BMC conducted a firmware upgrade of these devices to version G3-2.00.77 for 20,160 affected devices at the U.S. importer’s warehouse from October through December 2024. After reporting the retrospective recall, BMC discovered that potentially up to 196 units did not receive the upgrade and identified that these devices may still contain firmware version G3-2.00.76.
If the affected device(s) operates simultaneously under high pressure, high respiratory rate, and high peak flow an “Error” message on the device display is triggered, followed by automatic shutdown resulting in a failure to deliver therapy.
The firmware defects could result in unintended serious adverse health consequences. To date, BMC has received no complaints or serious adverse reports associated with this firmware failure.
Impacted products were manufactured from September 11, 2024, to October 18, 2024, and distributed by BMC to its U.S. importer, React Health (RH), from September 20, 2024, to October 19, 2024. Impacted products were distributed nationwide between October 29, 2024, through July 6, 2026.
El Eden Import Distributor Corp., a Long Island City, N.Y. firm, is recalling approximately 264 pounds of potato chip products containing chicharrón (pork cracklings) because they were produced in the Republic of Colombia, a country that is not eligible to export meat products to the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
Grant-Valkaria, Florida – SUPPLX.com is voluntarily recalling Business Pill and Branch Manager for Men, products marketed as dietary supplements for male sexual enhancement, because FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that both products contain yohimbine that is not declared on the product labels.
Yohimbine is a plant-derived alkaloid formulated for use as a prescription medication, generally as a treatment for erectile dysfunction. It has also been studied for use to promote blood flow and support athletic performance. FDA found dangerously high levels of yohimbine in the recalled products. Yohimbine can cause severe hypertension, tachycardia, and possibly cardiac arrhythmia and myocardial infarction (heart attacks), especially if the consumer is taking other stimulants such as caffeine or ephedra-containing products or prescription drugs used to treat ADHD. Severe gastrointestinal distress, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain are typical side effects of high doses. It can also cause acute neurologic and psychiatric effects, including anxiety, insomnia, mania, psychosis in schizophrenic patients, drowsiness, disorientation, tremors and seizures. Death has been reported in cases of severe overdose.
The recalled products were packaged in single-capsule blister cards and sold in 24-count retail boxes through SUPPLX.com. The recall covers all lots and expiration or best-by dates distributed from September 16, 2023, through June 11, 2026. Lot and expiration or best-by information appears on the back of each individual blister card. On Business Pill, it appears in the upper-right corner; on Branch Manager for Men, it appears directly above the barcode. No other SUPPLX.com products are included in this recall.
Fi, of New York, NY, is recalling the supplements for dogs listed below because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella due to an ingredient supplied to Fi’s manufacturer. The manufacturer has suspended production while it investigates. Fi is promptly notifying all affected customers out of an abundance of caution.
Salmonella can affect the animals eating the product, and there is a potential risk to humans from handling contaminated products or from animal waste after the animals have ingested the product. This risk is greater if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having had contact with the products, surfaces exposed to these products, or animal waste.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in additional ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Foods Alive Inc of Angola, IN, is recalling its 8-ounce packages of organic moringa leaf powder because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The recalled organic moringa leaf powder was distributed nationwide in retail stores and through online sellers including but not limited to www.foodsalive.com.
The product comes in an 8 ounce stand up pouch with a freshest by date of 110127 and the number 02726 below the date, and were shipped between January 27th and August 7th 2026.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
