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February 2024

…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST THURSDAY…

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URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
247 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST
THURSDAY…

* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.

* WHERE…Portions of central Pennsylvania.

* WHEN…From 1 PM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
result.

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Basic Sign Language and Intermediate Sign Language Offered This Spring!

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How many times do we encounter hearing-impaired people and wish that we could communicate with them? As we age, we gradually lose some of our hearing. Sign language can help. Also, mothers of pre-lingual children can use sign language as a tool with their little ones. Here is your opportunity to learn basic sign language that could help you or someone you care about.

Basic Sign Language will cover beginning sign language, the alphabet, conversational phrases, and a variety of commonly used signs. In addition, basic facts essential to the correct use of the language will be addressed. A dedicated student could learn as many as 800 signs and understand signing and interpreting rules, basic deaf culture, and medical situations that cause deafness and loss of hearing.

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Rt. 120 West Of Emporium Closed By Serious Head-On Collision

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On February 27, at 7:50 am, Emporium Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to a two-vehicle head-on collision on Rt.120 near Old West Creek Rd. with injuries and entrapment. Update entrapment has been confirmed along with Rt. 120 being shut down. Air Medical has been requested. St. Marys rescue unit requested. Two persons are reported entrapped in this accident.

At 8:20 AM–One patient extricated and enroute to Penn Highlands Elk by ambulance. Second extrication still in progress. Stat helicopter returning available.

RT. 120 HAS BEEN OPENED BOTH WAYS AT 10:30 AM

Kathy D. Flanigan, 69, of Warren, PA

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Kathy D. Flanigan

Kathy D. Flanigan, 69, of Warren, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 25th, 2024, in Warren General Hospital after an extended illness.

She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on April 1, 1954, the daughter of the late Willie and Delores Steinman. Kathy was a graduate of General Braddock High School, Class of 1973. After high school, she married John W. Flanigan on December 6, 1973. In her younger years, Kathy was a homemaker while raising her 3 children.

Kathy enjoyed camping, fishing, baking, crocheting, and puzzles. She was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers Fan, and her favorite holiday was Halloween. Kathy also enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

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Stuffy Sleepover at the Library is Back

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Photos should be credited to the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library.

Monday, February 26, 2024

Pull out those pajamas and get ready to party, because the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library is excited to bring back, Stuffy Sleepover at the Library, Friday, March 22, 2024 from 5 to 6:30 PM. Children are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to the library for a special story time, activity and craft.

Children ages 0-11 are invited to wear their pajamas (optional) and bring their favorite stuffed animal (no oversized toys please) to the library for an evening of activities and stories. Please only bring one stuffed animal per child attending. Extra stuffed animals will be on hand for those who are too nervous to leave their friend behind.

The evening will start off with hot cocoa and cookies while kids “check in” their stuffed animals for the evening. This will be followed by a story about stuffies, a parachute game, craft, and another night time story before tucking in their stuffed animals for the night.

Children will be able to pick up their stuffed animals any time on Saturday and will receive a “Certificate of Achievement” and pictures of their stuffies’ nighttime shenanigans, along with their decorated pillowcase.

Please Note: ALL CHILDREN AGES 7 & UNDER MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AS SPACE IS LIMITED!

Be sure to secure your spot for an evening of magical moments and fluffy shenanigans early as space is limited! Don’t let your stuffed pals miss out on the sleepover of a lifetime. You can register for this program starting TODAY by following this link:  https://forms.gle/gHR6RZuiXhKfjSMc6 to fill out the online registration form! Or, you can call the library at 814-486-8011 to speak to a staff member to register.

Questions about the program and registration? Please visit our website at https://barbaramoscatobrownlibrary.org/ or by calling the library at 814-486-8011!

Puzzle Swap merges with Family Play Day at the Library

Monday, February 26, 2024

The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library is thrilled to announce the merger of two beloved programs – the Jigsaw Puzzle Swap and Family Play Day. Held on the first Saturday of each month, families in Cameron County are invited to join this exciting event, fostering creativity, collaboration, and community engagement.

The Cameron County Jigsaw Puzzle Swap & Family Play Day will take place in the library’s multipurpose room from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM, offering a full day of free play for families with kids of all ages. The library provides an array of supplies, including activity sets, crafts, games, STEM building tools, and more, ensuring a day filled with laughter and entertainment.

Puzzle enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their puzzles and engage in the Jigsaw Puzzle Swap, a fantastic opportunity to exchange puzzles with other members of the community who share a passion for this classic pastime.

“No registration is needed for either the Jigsaw Puzzle Swap or Family Play Day. We want families to feel welcome to drop by and enjoy a day of quality time and fun at the library,” said Librarian, Yelena Kisler.

For families interested in contributing to the program, the library is accepting donations of family board games in good/excellent condition with no missing pieces. These donations will enhance the variety of activities available during the Family Play Day, providing even more opportunities for families to connect and have a great time together.

Children are required to be accompanied by parents at all times during the event to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

For additional details or if you have any questions, please contact the library staff at 814-486-8011.

Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock Society Complete Alder Renewal for Wildlife at Tionesta Lake

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Photo 1 of RGS and AWS volunteers.  Photo 2 of Boy Scout Troop #82.

Tionesta, Pa.:  Saturday, 2/24, was a beautiful ‘bluebird’ day at Tionesta Lake as over 30 volunteers with the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) and American Woodcock Society (AWS) completed the planned alder renewal for wildlife. 

The project day was supported by volunteers from Boy Scout Troop #82; the following RGS or AWS Chapters: Allegheny Northwoods, French Creek, Greater Pittsburg, and Upland Bird Hunt; Pheasant Forever; and Keystone Conservation Action.

Later this spring, alder ‘whips’ should be sprouting from the cut stumps.  Alder thickets provide benefits to woodcock, ruffed grouse, warblers, rabbits, mice, voles, bobcats, and fox.  In addition to the cutting, the volunteers piled the cut alder into brush piles that will also benefit all of the above wildlife species.  This new habitat should provide benefits to wildlife for 20 to 30 years.

Thank you, volunteers!

SCAFFOLD LICK ASSESSMENT GRANT AWARDED

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Hedin Environmental Consultants, (l-r) Olivia Weaver and Neil Wolfe preparing for water quality assessment of Scaffold Lick Run

The McKean County Conservation District was awarded $164,181.00 through DEP’S Bureau of Abandoned Reclamation Abandoned Mine Land and Acid Mine Drainage Grant Program Grant for a watershed-based surface-water quality assessment of the Scaffold Lick Run watershed.

This grant is focused on a watershed-based surface-water quality assessment of the Scaffold Lick Run watershed located primarily in Liberty Township. This stream flows from one of the only parts of McKean County that contains economic coal reserves and historic mining activity has left approximately 520 acres of abandoned mine land. A total of 16.4 miles of stream is listed as impaired due to acid mine drainage on DEP’s Integrated Water Quality Report of impaired and threatened waters.

The District has secured the services of Hedin Environmental to provide an updated detailed assessment of the current water quality and watershed conditions and provide a plan for the most cost-effective restoration projects.   Through the partnerships the District has developed with the private landowners and the PA Game Commission; the primary goal of this project is to develop a watershed restoration plan with the ultimate goal of removal of all streams in the Scaffold Lick Run watershed from DEP’s Integrated Water Quality Report and reclamation of AML features to remove hazards and improves the productivity of the landscape.

Hannah Rose Pistner, age 9, of 376 Flower Valley Road, St. Marys, PA.

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Hannah Rose Pistner, age 9, of 376 Flower Valley Road, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly as the result of a cerebellum brain bleed on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at UPMC Children’s Hospital, surrounded by her family.

She was born June 3, 2014, in St. Marys, daughter of Anthony and Sara Caskey Pistner of St. Marys.  Hannah was a fourth grade student at South St. Marys Elementary School, where she had an incredible group of friends whom she loved, and they loved her in return.  Hannah not only enjoyed school because of her friends, but also because of her amazing teachers.

In addition to her loving parents, Hannah is survived by her sister, Haley, and her brother, Lucas; her maternal grandparents, Mike and Irene (Weisner) Caskey of St. Marys; paternal grandparents, Steve and Tina (Rigard) Pistner of Kersey; paternal great-grandparents, Joe and Jean Rigard; aunts and uncles: Mike and Jamie Caskey, Angie (Caskey) and Troy Ehrensberger, and Danny Caskey, all of St. Marys, and Allen and Jessica (Simchick) Pistner, of Hurricane, WV; and Great Uncle Dave Caskey of St. Marys.  She is also survived by her cousins, Jay, Lydia, Jack, Josh, and Lily Ehrensberger, Kennedy, Karli, Maleya, Jensyn, and Sawyer Caskey, Ryan and Abigail Pistner, Elle Slye, and numerous friends.

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Michael Hamer, 76, of Bradford, PA.

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Michael Hamer, 76, of Bradford, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, February 22, 2024, at home.

Born January 28, 1948, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Stephen L. and Virginia D. (Heitzinger) Hamer.

Mike graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1966, and Lincoln Welding School.

On July 15, 1969, he married Barbara (Weidow) Hamer, who preceded him in death on August 5, 1981. 

He worked for Penelec, Asplundh Tree Services, he was a self employed mechanic and a welder pipefitter at ARG.

Mike enjoyed rebuilding cars, muscle cars, hunting, and boating. He was an avid stock car racing fan, attending many tracks in Western Pennsylvania, and New York.

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Sonia Gail Wright, 88, of Montmorenci Road, Ridgway, PA.

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Sonia Gail Wright, 88, of Montmorenci Road, Ridgway, died on Monday, February 26, 2024, at her residence following a lengthy illness.

She was born on February 8, 1936, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Wallace R. and Elizabeth W. Oknefski Olson.

She was a lifelong Ridgway resident, was as a graduate of Ridgway Area High School, class of 1954 a member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church. She was also a member of the Fox Twp. Senior Center for many years. Sonia loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and watching their sporting events. She loved to watch her flowers bloom, enjoyed cooking, and was an avid Steeler fan. 

Sonia was a homemaker taking care of her family, later Sonia retired from Community Nurses after several years of service. Sonia also worked for the Ridgway Telephone Company, Alpine Pressed Metals, and Helpmates. 

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Mary V. Bauer, 98, of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of 414 Evers Avenue, St. Marys, PA.

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Mary V. Bauer, 98, of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of 414 Evers Avenue, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Elk Haven Nursing Home with her loving family by her side. 

She was born August 3, 1925, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Matilda Smithbauer Young.  Mary was a lifelong resident of St. Marys.  She attended St. Marys Parochial School. Over the years, she was employed at The Daily Press where she led a feisty crew of early-morning inserters.  She was an avid bingo player, enjoyed playing cards, sharing a beer at family gatherings or with anyone stopping by her house, reading, working on search-a words and watching the Hallmark channel and mystery movies. 

On June 30, 1945, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, she married the late Harold A. Bauer, who preceded her in death on June 21, 1989. They were blessed with 44 years of marriage.

Mary is survived by four children: her daughter, Yvonne ‘Von’ Cherry (Mike) of St. Marys and three sons, Wayne Bauer (Ann) of St. Marys, Jim Bauer (Cathie) of St. Marys, and Perry Bauer (Sue) of DuBois.

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