Join us for a Celebration of Life for Denny Forquer who passed away December 4, 2025.

Sat. June 20, 2026 from 1pm – 5pm at the Mt. Jewett Sportsmen’s Club.

Food and drink provided.

On June 15th Coudersport Fire Department was dispatched to Rt. 6 West for tree down on the roadway

The 84th Annual Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival includes the Pennsylvania State Laurel Queen competition on Friday and Saturday, June 19 and 20.

While in Wellsboro, the 22 queen candidates will enjoy a full weekend of activities. At noon Friday, June 19, they will gather on the Tioga County Courthouse steps for the official welcome. 

TORNADO WATCH OUTLINE UPDATE FOR WT 336
NWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER NORMAN OK
540 PM EDT SUN JUN 14 2026

TORNADO WATCH 336 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1000 PM EDT FOR 

.    PENNSYLVANIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

ALLEGHENY            ARMSTRONG           BEDFORD
BLAIR                BUTLER              CAMBRIA
CAMERON              CENTRE              CLARION
CLEARFIELD           CLINTON             ELK
FOREST               FULTON              HUNTINGDON
INDIANA              JEFFERSON           LYCOMING
MCKEAN               MIFFLIN             POTTER
SNYDER               SOMERSET            TIOGA
UNION                WARREN              WESTMORELAND

There will be five free concerts with different entertainers each night, Monday, June 15 through Friday, June 19.

From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 19, and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 20, the annual Arts & Crafts Fair with 76 artisans will be on The Green with unique, handcrafted items, and 25 vendors will be on the International Street of Foods offering delectable delights.
 
The welcome for last year’s Laurel Queen and the 2026 queen candidates will be at noon Friday, June 19, on the Tioga County Courthouse steps. 

At 4:30 p.m. Friday, the Molly’s Boys Jug Band will open the free Laurel Queens Preview & Concert on the Deane Center’s outdoor stage. The 22 queen candidates will be introduced at 5 p.m., and the band will close the event with more music. 

The Laurel Festival 10K at 9 a.m. and Two-Mile Fun Run at 9:05 a.m. will start events on Saturday, June 20. Registration for both will be from 7:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at Packer Park on Queen Street.   

The Laurel Festival Parade with floats, queens, top-notch drum and bugle corps, bagpipers, string bands, high school marching bands, antique vehicles and more will be at 2 p.m. In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, this year’s theme is “From Sea to Shining Sea.” 

At Saturday’s 6:30 p.m. coronation ceremony, Chris Eckert will perform and the 2026 Pennsylvania State Laurel Queen will be crowned. 

On Sunday, June 21 at 10:30 a.m., the festival will end with the Union Church Service on The Green. The rain location is the First Presbyterian Church.

For more information about festival events, contact the Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce by stopping in at 114 Main Street in Wellsboro, by calling 570-724-1926, emailing info@wellsboropa.com or visiting wellsboropa.com. 

Miss Cyerrah Neely, a junior, is representing Port Allegany High School and her community as a Pennsylvania Laurel Queen candidate.
 She is the daughter of Carra and Craig Neely of Port Allegany and will be a high school senior this fall. 
 As a freshman, sophomore, and junior, Miss Neely has served as the manager for the school wrestling team. She earned honor roll all three years. She volunteered to help with children’s church at the Port Allegany Lions’ Church. 
 As a junior, she was a member of the cheerleading squad. She won a “Scholar Athlete Award.” She was also a Varsity Club member. She served on the Prom Committee. 

As a sophomore, Miss Neely was named a “Student of the Week” at the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center. 
As a sophomore, Miss Neely worked as a CNA for a private family. She has worked all through high school as a regular babysitter for several local families. 

In addition to cheerleading, Miss Neely enjoys drawing.
After graduation in 2027, Miss Neely plans to attend a 4-year college. Currently, she is most interested in Clarion University. She plans to pursue a degree in medical imaging. 
Her career goal is to become a radiology technician. 

On June 14th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to Rt. 155 for a person ill

On June 14th Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Rt. 49 for back pain

Remember, if you need to register, do so soon. Registration closes on 6/23/26. You can register at the following places: Fox’s Pizza, Northern Tier Thrift Store, or Charli’s.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 11, 2026, Covina, CA – Beekeeper’s Naturals is voluntarily recalling lot # 5950, Exp. Date 02/2028 of Beekeeper’s Naturals Saline Nasal Spray, sold only through Amazon, to the consumer level. This lot, produced at a third-party manufacturer, tested above our acceptable microbiological limits for yeast and may contain Aspergillus spp.

In the population most at risk, such as people with weakened immune systems or lung diseases, there is a reasonable probability that use of the product with Aspergillus spp. contamination will cause serious and life-threatening infections such as invasive sinusitis and lung infections.

To date, Beekeeper’s Naturals has received four reports from customers regarding adverse reactions potentially related to the recalled product, including sinus congestion, irritation or infection. 

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Total Nutrition Inc. of Deer Park, NY is voluntarily expanding its recall of TNVitamins and Doctor’s Pride Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood Moringa Capsules due to the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This expansion follows an ongoing supply chain investigation that identified additional lot numbers linked to the same raw material lot that prompted the original recall. Salmonella is 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 product was distributed nationally through the online platforms, Amazon, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Target, and the company’s websites, http://www.tnvitamins.com/, and https://www.doctorspride.com/.

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FORECAST: http://paweatheraction.com/severe-thunderstorms-bringing…/

Widespread strong to severe thunderstorms are expected today, with a considerable damaging wind threat. Secure any outdoor furniture that could blow away and watch the radar if you have plans!

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The Potter County Commissioners invite residents to attend upcoming Town Hall Meetings to learn more about the Countywide Reassessment and have their questions answered directly by representatives from Vision Government Solutions.

These informational sessions are an opportunity to hear the facts about the reassessment process, ask questions, and gain a better understanding of what to expect moving forward.

Residents are encouraged to attend the session most convenient for them. Whether you have specific questions or simply want to learn more about the reassessment, these meetings are designed to provide accurate information and open discussion.

For additional information, please contact Vision Government Solutions at 800-525-9876 or potterreassessment@vgsi.com.

The Potter County Commissioners invite residents to attend upcoming Town Hall Meetings to learn more about the Countywide Reassessment and have their questions answered directly by representatives from Vision Government Solutions.

These informational sessions are an opportunity to hear the facts about the reassessment process, ask questions, and gain a better understanding of what to expect moving forward.

Residents are encouraged to attend the session most convenient for them. Whether you have specific questions or simply want to learn more about the reassessment, these meetings are designed to provide accurate information and open discussion.

For additional information, please contact Vision Government Solutions at 800-525-9876 or potterreassessment@vgsi.com.

Program Title: Dragonflies & Damselflies

Date: Saturday, June 20^th

Time: 3:00 PM

Location: Environmental Learning Center

Description: Do you know the difference between a dragonfly and a damselfly? If not, come to this program and find out! Short talk followed by a craft session to make and take home your very own dragonfly!

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Program Title: Film in the Forest: River Otters & Fishers

Date: Saturday, June 20^th

Time: 8:00 PM

Location: Campground Amphitheater

Description: A short talk on the river otter and fisher reintroduction in Pennsylvania will be the main topic of this program.  Mounts, pelts, and skulls will be available to see, along with a river otter movie presentation—feel free to bring snacks and a blanket!

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Additional Information:

To register for a program, go to the DCNR Calendar of Events website, search Sizerville State Park, find the program listed, and click on the Register button right under the program date, time, and location.  For more information or questions about registering, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.

Sizerville State Park Calendar of Events Website: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sizerville_state_park  

In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions programs may be moved or cancelled.

If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.

With a minimum of one week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events tab or go to https://events.dcnr.pa.gov and search Sizerville State Park. For more information or questions about programs at Sizerville State Park, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.

On June 13th Millerton Fire Department was dispatched to Rt. 328 and Wheeler Rd. for a fully involved structure fire

On June 13th Roulette Ambulance was dispatched to Hester Ave. for altered levels of consciousness

On June 13th Port Allegany was dispatched to Annin Creek for a leg injury

On July 13th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to Rt. 46 for a person ill.

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of June 15. 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:

Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning

• Route 4005 (Whitney Creek Road) at a bridge spanning the South Branch of Oswayo Creek half a mile South of Coneville in Hebron Township. Monday, June 15, through Thursday, June 18. This work takes place on or beyond the shoulder and has minimal, if any traffic impact, however PennDOT urges drivers to exercise caution in all work zones.

OLEAN, N.Y. — The Olean General Hospital (OGH) Auxiliary invites the community to attend its 40^th Annual Strawberry Festival on Thursday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the front lawn of Olean General Hospital.

A longtime community tradition, the Strawberry Festival offers a full day of food, entertainment, raffles and family-friendly activities, all while supporting the OGH Auxiliary and its mission to benefit hospital programs and services.

More than 1500 pounds of fresh strawberries have been delivered with the majority being used to serve the festival’s signature strawberry shortcake. Guests can also enjoy a variety of food offerings, including sausage with peppers and onions, hot dogs with assorted toppings, a baked potato bar, snacks and refreshments.

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of June 15. 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:

Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning

• Route 66 at a bridge spanning a tributary of West Run in Wetmore Township. Monday, June 15, through Thursday, June 18. 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.

Pennsylvania has some of the oldest bridges in the country, with an with an average age of more than 50 years. Preventive maintenance is vital in extending the life of the structures. As such, PennDOT maintenance crews perform some bridge deck patching and structural repairs.

Patching

• All of Route 546 in Otto Township. Monday, June 15, through Wednesday, June 17. 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

• Route 346 approximately 2.5 miles East of Stickney Trail Road. Monday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 16. 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.
• Route 346 approximately two miles West of Hedgehog Lane in Bradford Township. Wednesday, June 17, and Thursday, June 18. 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.

Pipe replacement and cleaning are essential in maintaining water flow around state roadways. Controlling water flow is one of the most important aspects of maintaining pavements. Uncontrolled water flow will damage both the pavement surface and the area under the pavement, which causes deterioration across the length of the pipe.

Shoulder Maintenance

• All of Route 219. Monday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 16. 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.
• Route 59 starting at Route 4003 (Bingham Road) in Lafayette Township and continuing westbound approximately 18 miles to the McKean-Warren County line in Corydon Township. Tuesday, June 16, through Thursday, June 18. 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.
• Route 3009 (Roberts Road) starting at Route 59 in Lafayette Township and continuing southbound approximately three miles to the Hamlin-Lafayette Township line. Wednesday, June 17. 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.

Shoulder cutting removes excess material and debris from unpaved shoulder areas. Shoulder grading involves the shaping and stabilizing of those same areas. Both operations improve drainage, allow water to leave the roadway, and eliminate shoulder drop-offs. These are crucial highway maintenance operations because when drainage systems do not function properly, water collects on the road, weakens pavement, accelerates the formation of potholes, and creates the potential for icing conditions in the winter months.

Vegetation Management

• All of Route 346. Monday, June 15. This work takes place on or beyond the shoulder and has minimal, if any traffic impact, however PennDOT urges drivers to exercise caution in all work zones.
• All of Route 219. Tuesday, June 16, through Thursday, June 18. This work takes place on or beyond the shoulder and has minimal, if any traffic impact, however PennDOT urges drivers to exercise caution in all work zones.

Mowing, herbicide spraying, and selected tree thinning help maintain a safe roadway free of obstructing vegetation, improving visibility to spot signage, traffic control devices, and other motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, and animals approaching the road. Additionally, a well-maintained roadside can improve drainage and prolong the life of the roadway.

Crews will be off on Friday, June 19, in observation of the Juneteenth holiday.

This schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions, emergencies, or other unforeseen interruptions.

Customers can report road concerns by calling 1-800-FIX-ROAD. If you call after hours, please leave a name and phone number.

For more information on PennDOT’s maintenance activities, visit https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/about-penndot/strategic-planning-and-operations/penndot-maintenance-activities

Yahn Road in Pike Township will be closed on Monday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 16, for road repairs. Local traffic will be permitted during the closure. Thank you,

Pike Township Supervisors.