PFA Violation Arrest In Jay Twp.
December 2023
North Central Supply And the “Shops of Quarterwest”
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Think About It
Family
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
One of the marvels of technology is that you can work while you travel. Today, my wife is driving for a few hours while I work on some things that need my attention. Like others, we are traveling home from the Thanksgiving holiday. We had the opportunity to spend this Thanksgiving with our oldest daughter and her family. Part of our tradition is to go out shopping on Black Friday. This means getting up at 4am so that we can be at the first store by 5am. I drove and my daughter navigated as we went from store to store looking for the bargains that she had picked out earlier.
It’s a peaceful day, and it is snowing lightly. We’ve just passed an area where one could clearly make out the cuttings of beaver, as there were at least eight trees down from their work. I have the luxury of quiet reflection of the past few days since I don’t have to drive yet. One of my grandsons got a welder which he promptly put to use to build a wagon to later pull behind his four-wheeler. It was funny to watch as he and his friend worked for several hours cutting and welding scrap pieces of steel together to make a 4 X 4 wagon. Of course when he got it completed he had to show it off to everyone in his family. Then he loaded it into the back of a pickup to bring it over to his friend’s house to show it to his father.
It saddens me to know that there are many who, although they have a family, are today alone and have no one to share their memories with. This morning as I was preparing to leave, my son-in-law was also preparing to leave for a week long business trip. One of his sons, thinking that he would be leaving very early in the morning, left a note for his father. Another went with him to prepare his truck for departure. I realized in this that part of being a family takes effort. It doesn’t just happen. Maybe that’s the reason that some don’t have family, they’re not willing to invest the time that it takes to be a family. Jesus said that we were to love our neighbors as ourselves, (Mt 22:39), and I guess that includes our family members too. So I guess being a family takes a lot of work. Are you willing to make the investment? Think about it.
One Vehicle Crash In Eldred Twp.
On December 16 at 2:59 am Eldred Twp. Fire and TLC Ambulance were dispatched to 3557 Rt. 446 near Slack Hollow for a one vehicle crash vehicle is off the roadway into the trees with entrapment. Air Medical is dispatched a Port Allegany Fire rescue unit and Eldred Borough Fire Dept. dispatched to a landing site
Bicyclist Struck By Vehicle in Allegany
At 10:30 PM on Friday, Allegany Fire v& EMS has been dispatched to Rt 417 at Applebees for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
Roulette Dispatched For Rollover Crash
At 10:00 PM on Friday, Roulette Fire & EMS have responded to a rollover crash at Kim Hill Road & Pomeroy Street. The vehicle is reported on its side. PSP is on scene. Occupant is self-extricated.
Kim Hill Road is CLOSED.
SECOND CALL on Second Street to ASSIST STATE POLICE.
Police Chase Starts in Mansfield and Comes to a Dead End in Blossburg Borough
FIRST News Now
FNN Article © Friday, December 15, 2023.
BLOSSBURG, PA – A police chase which began near the Richmond Township Walmart on South Main Street in Mansfield, PA., and reached speeds close to 100 MPH, came to a conclusion within five minutes in the Borough of Blossburg, PA.
The pursuit started around 6:06 PM and came to a stop at 6:11 PM on Thursday, December 14, 2023, on Reese Lane, which is a dead end street close to the Blossburg Fire and Ambulance Department.
Celebrate the Holidays at Sinnemahoning State Park!
Saturday, December 16th, 2023
12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M. –Holiday Open House– View the Wildlife Center, all decked out in its holiday attire, while sipping a cup of hot cocoa or mulled cider and listening to holiday music.
Enjoy the eye-catching holiday displays created by park volunteers and Grandpa Hank’s winter village donated by Debbie Calkins of Mansfield, and of course, the Wildlife Center exhibits.
Light refreshments will be offered, plus an opportunity to create beautiful homemade ornaments using local natural materials.
All ages are welcome to this FREE event. Please join us for the festivities!
No pre-registration is required.
Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
Saturday, December 16th Potter County Farmers Market
Starting this week, the fall Potter County Farmers Market has moved back to the Riley Gallery, every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. THE NEXT MARKET WILL BE THIS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16TH. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICES:
* This market, December 16th, is the last fall market of 2023. The winter market will start on January 6th.
* VENUE CHANGE: The fall/winter market has moved back to the Riley Galley, next to The Crittenden Hotel.
* The indoor fall market begins the first Saturday in November, from 10 am to 2 pm, until the week before Christmas. Then we change our schedule to the winter market, first Saturday each month of January, February, March, and April.
Announcing Leadership Potter County 2024
Leadership Potter County is a great opportunity for residents from throughout Potter County to learn about themselves, participate in collaborative experiences and engage in opportunities to become more civic-minded.
What do you think makes a good leader? Do you see yourself in a leadership role in the near future or sometime during your career? Do you want to have an impact on the communities where you live and work?
One of the most critical needs at the local level is strong leadership. LPC 2024 will help participants expand their personal leadership skills, provide opportunities to network with cohort members and county residents, introduce them to key issues currently facing the region, and deepen their understanding of future trends that may impact Potter County.
Roderick G. “Rod” KINLEY, 91, of Coudersport, PA
Roderick G. “Rod” KINLEY, of Coudersport, PA, died peacefully on Thursday, December 14, 2023, with his loving and devoted wife of more than 70 years, Faye, by his side. Recently, Rod had expressed that when the time comes, “I wish only that it just be myself alone with my darling Faye.”
At 91 years of age, Rod frequently pointed out with pride that, “I am the oldest any one of my family has ever made it to.” Born November 13, 1932, in York, as the eldest child to Edgar C. and Mildred E. Tracey Kinley. Rod was joined a few years later by a brother, Terry Kinley, followed by a sister, Prudence Kinley Ruth. Rod often recounted fond memories of his childhood: farming (falling off a wagon and breaking an arm), playing army by digging holes in the yard with Terry, hunting rabbits, pheasants, and crows, fishing, and contemplating anything that he could create to avoid attending school. Notorious for a recalcitrant attitude, Rod always did what he wanted to do.
James A. “Jim” Moore, 87, of Bradford, PA
James A. “Jim” Moore, 87, of Bradford, PA passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
He was born on July 29, 1936 in San Jose, CA, the son of the late Rosalyn “Rose” Bushine Moore.
He attended Willow Glen High School, Willow Glen, CA and Bethany University, Scotts Valley, CA; where he studied Pastoral Theology.
On August 24, 2012 in the Abundant Assembly of God Church he married Erma J. “Jan” Yeagley who survives.
He was employed by General Motors, Lockport, NY for thirty years, retiring in 1999. He also pastored the former McCrae Brook Wesleyan Methodist Church from 1969 until 1974.
He was a U.S. Army veteran who served from April 1956 until his honorable discharge in April 1959.
Governor Shapiro Hosts Ceremonial Bill Signing with Meek Mill, Legislative Leaders, and Reform Advocates, Enacting Historic Probation Reform Legislation to Create More Fairness in Pennsylvania’s Criminal Justice System
December 15, 2023
Governor Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Davis joined by Meek Mill, legislative leaders, and reform advocates for the ceremonial signing of legislation that will pave the way for more Pennsylvanians to get the second chances they deserve.
After signing major legislation earlier this week that builds on the commonsense, fiscally responsible budget, Governor Shapiro and a group of bipartisan elected officials demonstrate how to get stuff done for Pennsylvania.
Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro hosted a ceremonial bill signing of the bipartisan Comprehensive Probation Reform legislation, formerly SB 838, ensuring probation serves as a tool to help Pennsylvanians re-enter their communities and paving the way for more Pennsylvanians to get the second chances they deserve.
Car/Deer Crash with Injury on Rt. 155
At 7:20 PM on Friday, Austin Fire & Ambulance has been dispatched to Rt. 155 near Sinnemahoning State Park for a car/deer accident with one injury reported.
Austin Ambulance To Goodyear Terrace
On December 15 at 4:59 pm Austin Ambulance was dispatched To Goodyear Terrace for a child having difficulty breathing
Austin Ambulance to Costello Avenue
At 3:35 PM on Friday, Austin Ambulance has been dispatched to Costello Avenue for back pain.
Port Allegany Rotary held a Christmas Party
On December 14th, the Port Allegany Rotary held a Christmas Party at the local Moose Lodge and the Early Childhood Education students from the Seneca Highlands Career & Technical Center were invited to the luncheon to assist. Area children were given gifts from Santa Clause and the students were able to pass out gifts as helpers.
Groups of students also learned the importance of giving back to their communities by volunteering to wrap gifts at the Port Allegany Elementary School’s Secret Santa event held last week.
Thank you to all these students who helped with wrapping, serving food, and sharing in the joy of the holiday.
Vehicle Crash Reported on Rt. 44 North of Coudersport
At 3:10 PM on Friday, Coudersport Fire & EMS have been called to a vehicle crash near 563 Rt. 44 North.
RECALL–THERE IS NO CRASH.
Coudersport Ambulance to Avenue C
At 3:03 PM on Friday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to Avenue C in Rubbertown for a medical alert call for a man fallen.
Write-in campaign for Potter County commissioner means Republicans will hold all three seats
WPSU | By Anne Danahy
In general, the boards of county commissioners in Pennsylvania are bipartisan — they typically have at least one Republican and one Democrat. But in Potter County, a successful write-in campaign this year means Republicans will hold all three seats.
Robert Rossman lost his bid for county commissioner in the 2023 Republican primary — by 11 votes.
But as Rossman notes, the county leans very Republican.
“Looking back at previous elections, the numbers were there to accomplish this,” he said.
So, Rossman waged a write-in campaign in the November General Election — and won. While the campaign and outcome may be unusual, it is not unheard of.
Car/Deer Crash on Rt. 15 S in Richmond Twp.
At 2:39 PM on Friday, Mansfield Fire & EMS are responding to a vehicle crash on Rt. 15 S near the Canoe Camp exit. Report vehicle hit deer.
PERMITS REMAIN FOR NEW CWD DMAP UNIT
Deer hunting isn’t over yet; the after-Christmas seasons await.
And in the newly created Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) unit spanning more than 140,000 acres in Dauphin, Northumberland and Schuylkill counties, hunters have even more time and additional opportunities.
You could be one of them.
Each hunter can purchase up to two permits to hunt in DMAP Unit 6396, and more than 3,500 permits remained available this week.
Within this unit, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has extended the late archery and flintlock muzzleloader deer seasons and will hold an extended firearms season for antlerless deer, as well.
These after-Christmas seasons all will run from Dec. 26, 2023 to Jan. 27, 2024 within DMAP Unit 6396, as well as in Wildlife Management Units 2B, 5C and 5D. In the rest of the state – including the areas of Wildlife Management Units 4C and 4E outside of DMAP Unit 6396 – there is no extended firearms deer season, and the late archery and flintlock deer seasons run from Dec. 26, 2023 to Jan. 15, 2024.
Linda L. (Garner) Graver, age 76, of Wellsboro, PA
Linda L. (Garner) Graver, age 76, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
She was born on June 17, 1947 in Lancaster, PA a daughter of the late Clyde and Martha (Landis) Garner and stepdaughter of the late Charles A. Hess. Linda was married to H. Stanley “Stan” Graver for 59 years and had worked in the Wellsboro area for over 35 years as a real estate agent and appraiser.
She enjoyed reading, working in her flower gardens, vacationing at the beach and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
