OLEAN, NY –Make a difference in your community and enjoy a tasty treat while doing so by purchasing a smile cookie from April 27 through May 3 at participating local Tim Hortons locations. Smile cookies purchased throughout the week will benefit Olean General Hospital (OGH) with 100% of the proceeds benefitting maternity and delivery services thanks to a partnership with Tim Hortons.

Smile cookies are $2 each and can be purchased at these participating locations; Allegany Tim Hortons located at 3012 NY-417, Olean, NY, Olean Tim Hortons located at 501 N Union St., Olean, NY, and Olean location at 1401 E. State St., Olean, NY.  Purchasing a smile cookie is the perfect way to a give a smile and get a smile!

On April 24th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to E. Ransom St. for altered level of consciousness

On April 24th Roulette Ambulance was dispatched to Fishing Creek Rd. for abdominal pain

This season, Penn College tennis teams have had unprecedented success, and third-year coach David Straub is hopeful that it continues on Saturday as both of his squads enter the United East Conference playoffs seeded third.

In 6:30 p.m. matches on their home courts at the Central PA Tennis Center in South Williamsport, the men (5-2 UE and 7-6 overall) will host sixth-seeded Lancaster Bible College (2-5, 2-9) and the women (6-3 UE, 7-10 overall) will entertain seventh-seeded Penn State Brandywine (5-5 all UE, 7-8).

Men

With five conference victories, the Wildcats have their best single-season UE win mark ever, and their seven overall wins going into a nonconference match on Friday against McDaniel College ties a program-best previously achieved in 2015 and 2018.

Public invited to participate in Trail Challenge, recording mileage to earn $1000 for McKean County Trail Club

BRADFORD, PA — To celebrate America250, the McKean County trail organizations are transforming the PA Wilds into a high-stakes arena. Beginning May 3 through July 4, the friendly competition begins, pitting four local trail powerhouses against one another in a 63-day race for Trail Central bragging rights and vital trail funding. The Trail Challenge kickoff coincides with National Travel and Tourism Week, which is a reminder that McKean County’s trail system, including the Allegheny National Forest’s more than 500 miles of trails, is a strong tourism driver for the region.

The McKean County Trail Challenge is a friendly competition, highlighting the 21 trails maintained by five volunteer trail associations. The trail challenge is open to the general public; participants are not required to be members of any trail club. The Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau is sponsoring the Trail Challenge, which is free to participate.   

The Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau is using Challenge Hound, an app and web based program to track the challenge. To participate in the Trail Challenge, participants must choose one of four trail club teams and register at www.visitanf.com/TrailChallenge. McKean County Trail Clubs include: 

Harrison Township, Potter County, is accepting applications for a laborer with mechanical talent for duties including the operation and repair of equipment, road maintenance, township property maintenance, and all tasks as assigned by the Supervisors or Roadmaster. Valid driver’s license required. CDL a plus. Applications are available at the Township Office, 205 E. Main Street, Harrison Valley, PA during regular office hours or by calling 814-334-5425. Applications accepted until position is filled. Salary based on experience $20-$25.00 per hour.

McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants for a full-time Finance Director located in Smethport, Pennsylvania.

Under the direction of the County Commissioners, primary responsibilities of this position include:

Budgetary:

• Prepare annual County budgets.
• Prepare monthly budget report for County departments.
• Prepare budget status report for Commissioners, monthly or as needed.
• Provide budget guidance and compliance.
• Review department budgets for accurate coding.
• Draft fiscal and budget policy.

Fiscal:

• Compile reports needed for annual audit.
• Compile reports needed for grants.
• Track all funding sources and prepare reports.
• Work with Human Service Director, Human Resources, Purchasing Director, and Chief Clerk.
• Provide fiscal oversight for Federal and State funding sources and requirements.

Minimal Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in business.
• Bachelor’s degree in business management or accounting preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in budgeting and general accounting.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to learn County software programs, operations, structure, and law as applicable to the position.
• Ability to implement public administration, and office management practice and procedures.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret fiscal data; be able to project, estimate and forecast fiscal trends.
• Payroll knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel applications.

Qualified candidates should apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA  16749, via email to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov, or by applying online at Indeed. Applications and additional details are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.

Title: Legal Assistant – Real Estate

Schedule: 30 hours/week, in-person (Coudersport, PA)
Pay: $15/hour

We are looking for a reliable and organized person to join our team as a Legal Assistant in our real estate practice. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with details, staying organized, and helping things run smoothly.

No prior legal experience? That’s okay. We are happy to train the right person who has a strong work ethic, good computer skills, and a positive attitude.

What You’ll Do:

• Help organize and process documents for real estate files
• Communicate with clients, lenders, realtors, and attorneys
• Enter information into our system and keep records up to date
• Assist with simple calculations (we’ll show you how)
• Track the progress of files and help keep things on schedule
• Help prepare documents for real estate closings
• Keep your workspace and files organized

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone dependable with a strong work ethic
• Good attention to detail
• Comfortable using a computer (Microsoft Office or similar)
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks
• Friendly and professional communication skills
• Basic math skills

Helpful but not required:

• Office or clerical experience
• Experience with real estate or legal work

Why This Role is a Great Fit:

• On-the-job training provided
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to learn valuable legal and real estate skills
• Ideal for someone looking to grow into a professional office role

Think you might be a good fit? We’d love to hear from you.
Please email your resume to Finance@CahillyLaw.com

With May just around the corner, it’s important to remember that Stroke Awareness Month is approaching. It’s a time to reflect on how stroke can affect anyone, and how acting fast can mean the difference between a full recovery and lasting disability. A stroke is a “brain attack,” usually caused by a blocked blood vessel or bleeding in the brain. In both cases, brain cells begin to die within minutes. That’s why knowing the warning signs and calling 911 immediately is one of the most critical steps you can take for yourself or someone you care about.

Know the signs: BE FAST

Many people have heard of FAST (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911). You may also hear “BE FAST,” which adds two important symptoms: Balance problems and Eyes (sudden vision changes). Stroke symptoms often come on suddenly and may include:

• Balance: sudden dizziness, trouble walking, or loss of coordination
• Eyes: sudden blurred or double vision, or loss of vision in one or both eyes
• Face: one side of the face droops or feels numb, ask the person to smile
• Arms: weakness or numbness in one arm, ask the person to raise both arms
• Speech: slurred speech or trouble speaking/understanding, ask the person to repeat a simple sentence
• Time: call 911 immediately

The Potter County Master Gardeners are excited to announce their 1st Annual Plant Sale, taking place during the Maple Festival at the Coudersport Farmers Market on May 1st and 2nd.

This two-day event will offer a wide selection of high-quality plants suitable for gardeners of all experience levels. Visitors can browse and purchase a variety of vegetable plants, perennials, annuals, and succulents, all carefully grown and selected to thrive in the region.

Sale hours are:

Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is hosting a series of County Spotlight Celebrations taking place throughout this spring, highlighting its growing regional impact.

Six events in total will be held across multiple locations, recognizing student achievement, workforce initiatives, and community partnerships. Locally, an event is being organized for McKean County residents on Friday, May 1 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at Six&Kane, located at 63 North Fraley Street in Kane. The event will take place on the third floor.

The Kane Area Development Center will be partnering with NPRC to co-host this event, and a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held to formally celebrate NPRC’s rather new location in Kane at noon in NPRC’s space on the second floor.

During this event, the College will showcase the strong momentum across the region, highlighting student success through NPRC’s accessible and affordable education, workforce programs aligned with local industry needs, and partnerships with school districts that expand opportunities for students in the region.

Members of the media are invited to attend and bring coverage towards the County Spotlight Celebrations. These events provide an opportunity to connect with students, educators, and community partners, while gaining insight into NPRC’s role in strengthening the regional workforce and economy.

For more information and to register for any of these upcoming celebrations, please head online to https://bit.ly/NPRC-County-Celebrations.

Smethport, Pa.:  Clermont, Pennsylvania, is a hub for wildlife, wood harvest, and recreation.  As such, for decades the US Geological Survey has completed woodcock monitoring surveys using Clermont as a home base.  Woodcock is a bird that has declined for many decades due to the decrease of young trees habitat in Pennsylvania.  On Friday, 4/17, a dozen volunteers met to complete seven woodcock singing ground surveys emanating from the Clermont area.