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February 2024
Port Allegany Hires New School Superintendent
Port Allegany School District
WELCOME MRS. PAULA NEWELL
At the regular board meeting held this evening the PASD Board of Directors hired Mrs. Paula Newell to serve as the district superintendent beginning July 1, 2024.
Mrs. Newell currently serves as the Director of Teaching and Learning at Valdez City Schools (Alaska). She has additional experience as a site administrator at the Lower Kuskokwim School District (Alaska), and served as a principal at the Vienna (Austria) International School and American School of Durango (Mexico).
Paula was a technology teacher at Kerrville ISD (Texas), a school counselor at the Bandung Alliance International School (Indonesia), and has additional teaching experience as a technology teacher at Evangel Heights Academy (Pennsylvania).
She and her husband Steven have four children.
Attention Village of Cuba, NY Residents, Taxpayers and Water and Sewer Customers.*
Village of Cuba
It was determined at the emergency meeting of the Village of Cuba Board of Trustees on 02/12/2024 at 5:00 p.m. that:
An emergency has been declared to move the business location of the Village of Cuba, N.Y. from 17 East Main Street to The Town of Cuba Municipal Building at 15 Water Street, pending Town Board Approval at the 2/13/24 meeting indefinitely in order to continue serving the Village of Cuba, N.Y. and residents, and Village operations while the Village Hall is being remediated due to environmental reports of dangerous levels of black mold.
The Village Clerk Treasurer and Deputy Clerk Treasurer can receive payments and conduct business at that location beginning 2/14/24 in person during the hours of Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7:00 a.m- noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. As always, payments can be made online or by mail, but at this time drop slot services are not available. Please continue to use the phone number 585-968-1560 to conduct Village business only. The telephones have been transferred. They cannot conduct any business for the Town of Cuba. Full meeting minutes, with determinations to follow as soon as possible.
Jim Barnes
Village of Cuba Mayor
Community and UPMC Collaborate to Bring Soup Kitchen to Coudersport
COUDERSPORT, Feb. 12, 2024 – Recognizing the growing challenge of food insecurity in the community, downtown business owner Abigail Rossman, Cream N’ Sugar, is partnering with UPMC, Coudersport organizations, and community members to launch the Coudersport Soup Kitchen.
The inaugural event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Coudersport Consistory, 111 2nd St., Coudersport. All are welcome to attend and receive a hot meal, access free personal care items, and explore available local resources.
Coudersport Soup Kitchen is a monthly initiative aiming to not only provide free hot meals but also foster resilience and offer crucial resources to families struggling with hunger in the community. The next event is scheduled for Saturday, March 23.
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed for Presidents Day
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, February 17, 2024, through Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents Day.
Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website.
Walter F. Frank, 84, of Emporium, PA
Walter F. Frank, 84, of Emporium, PA passed away at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA on Monday night (February 12, 2024). He was born June 18, 1939 in Linz, Austria a son of the late and Anna “Omi” Frank. He was married in Austria and celebrated over 60 years of marriage on June 18th to Christa Platzer, who survives.
He retired from the Shurfine Food Mart in Emporium where he worked many years as a baker in the bakery and deli. He was a member of the Emporium Fire Department and the Endless Mountain Methodist Church.
Penn College spotlight on men’s lacrosse
The Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s lacrosse team opens its season at 1 p.m. on Saturday at Misericordia University in Dallas, and fourth-year coach Jordan Williams is ready for the challenge.
“We’re in a really good spot. A lot of our core are juniors who have maturity and a little bit more composure. And we have a decent number of freshmen who we think are going to help us out. It’s just cool to have a majority of our team recruited,” Williams said.
The key returning players from last year’s team that finished 11-7 overall and 3-3 in all conference matches, including a United East semifinal appearance, are junior attackman Sam Hills of Maynard, Massachusetts; sophomore attackman AJ Dotson of Wilmington, Delaware; junior defenseman Mason Nester of Schwenksville; senior faceoff Michael Stank of York Haven; senior midfielder Danny Harkins of North Wales; sophomore faceoff Brody Borkowski of Eagleville; and sophomore midfielder Colten Hajicek of Redmond, Washington.
Injection Well in Cyclone, PA May Leak to Old Wells; Residents Call For Rejection of Permit
Please sign this petition calling on Pennsylvania’s Governor Josh Shapiro to take action to protect the environment and the health and safety of the residents of Cyclone by directing the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to REVOKE the Catalyst Energy, Inc. UIC Class II Disposal Well permit.
Shinglehouse Ambulance to Eleven Mile Road
At 8:20 PM on Tuesday, Shinglehouse Ambulance has been called to Eleven Mile Road for difficulty breathing.
NEW WARDENS JOIN RANKS
Their training now complete, Pennsylvania’s newest State Game Wardens are working in their newly assigned districts.
The 35th Class of the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Ross Leffler School of Conservation graduated Feb. 3, adding 12 more officers to the ranks.
Members of the 35th Class, their hometowns and their assigned districts are: Justin J. Beltowski, of Dysart (Somerset County); Kolton R. Boyer, of New Castle (Allegheny County); Tyler R. Castronova, of Rochester, N.Y. (Allegheny County); Patrick R. DeRojas, of Dallas (Luzerne County); Trevor A. Faust, of Bethlehem (Lehigh County); Benjamin P. Fromm, of Denver, (Lycoming County); Blake H. McNew, of Bangor (Delaware County); Alexander R. Purdy, of Downingtown (Westmoreland County); Joshua K. Ross, of Lock Haven (Centre County); Benjamin M. Sawina, of Newark, Del. (Berks County); Samuel D.T. Terwilliger, of Lucinda (Venango County); and Nelson E. Yocum Jr., of Honey Brook (Chester County).
Jessica J. Flagg, of Shinglehouse, PA, formerly of Warwick, RI
Jessica J. Flagg, of Shinglehouse, PA, formerly of Warwick, RI passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024. She was 41 years of age. Jessica was the beloved and devoted mother of Kodin Flagg. Born in Warwick, she was the daughter of Grant W. Moniz (wife, Susan) and Joy D. (Flagg) Moretti.
Jessica will be remembered as someone who was full of life and love. A lover of the moon, the stars and nature, she was most happy when she was outdoors. Jessica loved to kayak, camp and hike and spend time with family and friends. She loved animals and children and her kindness towards everyone she encountered will be missed by those who knew and loved her.
Jessica was the younger sister of Gregory R. Moniz and granddaughter of Nancy A. Flagg. She is survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins who she was very close to. Jessica was the companion to the love of her life, Gerald ‘Fuzzy’ Fiske.
She was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Ernest W. Flagg and paternal grandparents, William and Joan Moniz.
A visitation will be held Monday, February 19, 2024 from 4-8PM with a funeral ceremony at 8PM in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave., Warwick, RI.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jessica’s memory to Connect Life at www.connectlife.org are greatly appreciated.
Introduction to Orchard Pruning demonstration
Susquehannock State Forest
Join Pennsylvania DCNR Bureau of Forestry for an Introduction to Orchard Pruning demonstration.
This in-person program is being offered from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Sunday, March 10th.
We will meet at Cherry Springs State Park: 4639 Cherry Springs Rd, Coudersport, PA 16915 – from here, we will convoy/carpool to the program location.
UPMC Expert: No Matter Age, Early Detection Key for Cancer Care
Abdalla M. Sholi, M.D., regional medical director
Medical Oncology, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that a little over 1.9 million people have been diagnosed with cancer in 2023 — and more than 609,820 will die. To help reduce cancer deaths, the ACS recommends a wide range of cancer screenings to promote early detection over your lifetime. While some screenings are specifically for men or women, others are for everyone.
Why Early Detection Matters
PA Permit Violation Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in Winslow Township, Jefferson County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2/09/2024 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in Winslow Township, Jefferson county. 78.57(a) – CONTROL, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL OF PRODUCTION FLUIDS – Operator failed to collect the brine and other fluids produced during operation, service and plugging of the well in a tank, pit or a series of pits or tanks, or other device approved by the Department or Operator discharged brine or other fluids on or into the ground or into waters of the Commonwealth. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-02-09 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Port Allegany Ambulance to Rt. 6 E
At 1:21 PM on Tuesday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been called to Route 6 East for a fall victim.
$300,000 in Grants Awarded to Fire, EMS Companies in Tioga County
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) today announced that fire and ambulance companies in Tioga County will collectively receive more than $307,000 in state grants thanks to the state’s Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program.
“Our fire and EMS personnel risk their lives daily to ensure the safety of our communities, and that mission has become more difficult for several reasons,” Owlett said. “As we work to adopt policies to encourage recruitment and retention of our first responders, these grants are a big help with the financial challenges our companies face.”
The grants are awarded through an ongoing program created by the Legislature and administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). All funding comes from the proceeds from slot machine gaming, and not General Fund tax revenue. All companies that apply and meet the requirements outlined by OSFC receive funding.
Projects eligible for funding include the construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, the purchase or repair of equipment, training, or the reduction of existing debt. In order to receive funding, recipients must file a grant agreement with OSFC.
The grants were awarded as follows:
- Blossburg Volunteer Fire Department: $13,450.59.
- Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Company: $13,450.59.
- Crary Hose Company: $14,812.24.
- Elkland Borough Volunteer Fire Department: $13,645.11.
- Knoxville Deerfield Volunteer Fire Company: $14,034.16.
- Lawrenceville Fire Department: $13,645.11.
- Lawrenceville Fireman’s Ambulance Association Inc.: $10,000.
- Liberty Volunteer Fire Company: $13,450.59.
- Mansfield Firemens Ambulance Association: $15,000.
- Mansfield Hose Company: $14,228.68.
- Middlebury Ambulance Association Inc.: $15,000.
- Middlebury Township Volunteer Fire Department Inc.: $13,645.11.
- Millerton Volunteer Fire Department: $15,590.33.
- Morris Township Fire Company: $13,256.07.
- Nelson Volunteer Fire Company Inc.: $13,061.55.
- Oscelola Volunteer Fire Department Inc.: $13,450.59.
- Sabinsville Firemens Ambulance Association: $15,000.
- Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital EMS: $15,000.
- Tioga Volunteer Fire Department Inc.: $13,061.55.
- Tioga Volunteer Firemens Ambulance Association Inc.: $15,000.
- Wellsboro Firemens Ambulance Association: $15,000.
- Wellsboro Volunteer Fire Department: $14,617.72.
Norman D. Hurd, 64, of E. Vine St., Port Allegany, PA
Norman D. Hurd
PORT ALLEGANY- Norman D. Hurd, 64, of E. Vine St., passed away Sunday (Feb. 11, 2024) in UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. PA.
Born July 7, 1959, in Coudersport, he was a son of Murrel and Shirley M. Sharp Hurd. On Nov. 18, 1978, in Emporium, he married Faith A. Halladay, who survives.
Norman was a lifetime resident of the area and was employed with L.H. Lincoln & Sons, Coudersport, before having to retire.
He enjoyed the outdoors with hunting, fishing, and gardening.
Ruth M. Barber, 74, of 351 Main Street, Bolivar, NY
Bolivar- Ruth M. Barber “Loving Mother, Grandmother & Sister”
Ruth M. Barber of 351 Main Street, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2023, at the Olean General Hospital.
Ruth was born April 8, 1949, in Buffalo and was the daughter of Michael and Margaret Pry Barber. She was formerly married to Gary Curtis Sr.
After high school Ruth Graduated from Olean Business Institute with an associate degree in business.
Ruth enjoyed reading, shopping, and doing puzzles both crossword and jigsaw, she was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and loved her pets.
Marketing Momentum: A Small Business Success Series
The Education Council is hosting a free marketing series presented by PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center. “The Core of Small Business Marketing” is Part One of a three-part series about marketing your small business. Part Two is entitled “Better Marketing Brings Better Customers,” and Part Three is “Bringing Your Marketing to an Expert Level.”
This course walks through the organic progression of a business’s need for marketing. The lessons learned and strategies used in this seminar will help participants assess their current business’ marketing needs and provide suggestions, tips, tools, and tricks to improve your business communications and sales. This practical approach to solving real marketing problems is told in a way that new or young business owners can learn and retain for use in their daily lives as they run their small businesses.
These free, in-person seminars, taught by Jason Strohm, Business Consultant with the Clarion SBDC, will be held on Thursdays, February 29, March 28 and April 25, 2024, respectively, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s office at 5 Water Street, Coudersport. Bring your own bag lunch; bottled water will be provided. Registration is required. To register visit https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/31149 or call (814) 393-2060.
Bizzak Triples on Fox at Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Josh Bizzak concentrated on foxes Saturday evening after harvesting coyotes earlier in the weekend. Josh harvested all three of his foxes on private lands in Elk County. Josh uses an electronic call and shoots a .17 Hornet.
A 9.8# female red fox answered his call at 12:30 a.m., and shortly after an 11.0# male red fox joined her in the field. Josh harvested both with the Hornet, and then at 3:00 a.m. Josh harvested a 9.0# female fox in a cable restraint.
Hunters are reminded that if they choose to participate during the second weekend of this two-weekend hunt or trap, they must have their registration postmarked by Thursday, 2/15.
Weigh-in is at 4:00 p.m. every day. Categories include coyote, fox, largest female coyote, and largest female fox. Additional information at the Facebook Page, Rolfe Beagle Club.
Kenneth W. Wieder “memorial service slated”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Kenneth W. Wieder, 89, of Shinglehouse, at 11 am on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church, 392 Coon Crossing Road, Shinglehouse. Pastor Phil Seely will officiate.
Ken passed away on February 1, 2024.
Ken’s family entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
DCNR Grant for Innovative Mountain Bike Trail Project at Sandy Beach Park in Ridgway Township
[Ridgway Township] – Sandy Beach Park, nestled in the heart of Ridgway Township, is set to undergo a transformative project that combines recreation and heritage, thanks to a generous Partnership Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). The LHR is thrilled to announce the approval of the grant, which will fund the development of an exciting mountain bike trail within the park.
Local Officials Seek Solutions For Dialysis Facility Closure in Wellsboro
PA State Rep. Clint Owlett
The planned closure of U.S. Renal Care’s dialysis center in Wellsboro later this month is creating serious challenges for its three dozen patients and their loved ones. Senator Gene Yaw; Tioga County Commissioners Sam Van Loon, Marc Rice, and Shane Nickerson; and I have attempted to communicate with U.S. Renal Care, while also working with other companies that have expressed interest in operating a dialysis center in the area.
Dialysis is incredibly hard on patients, and now, without a facility closer to home, they are going to have to travel nearly an hour, multiple times a week, to get the care they need. That is just wrong. We are respectfully asking U.S. Renal Care to remain open until current patients have a clear plan in place for continuity of care.
Read more about our efforts here: https://www.repowlett.com/…/Area-Officials-Seek…
