July 2024
Think About It
Freedom
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Are you free or are you a slave? Probably many would say that they live in a free country, but how free are we? Freedom doesn’t exist without boundaries. Boundaries are ways that we keep our freedom in check. Without boundaries we would have anarchy. Being free to do whatever you please is not healthy for any society or individual yet we want freedom. Ironically, although we may see ourselves as being free, we may be slaves.
Would you consider yourself to be a slave? You are a slave to anything that owns you. What owns you? Money, fear, anxiety, worry, work, power, and/or significance. Do I need to go on? We want and strive to have the freedom to choose and to have what we want, but none of this comes without a cost. Isn’t it said that there is nothing free in this world? All that is free often comes with strings attached.
In Luke 4:18 Jesus said: “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.” Freedom for the prisoners? Are we prisoners? Prisoners of opinions of others, of wanting more money, or a better job? Are we prisoners of our own making? The consequences of our choices often put us in bondage to debt and all sorts of other things that tie us down and keep us from moving forward in life. We can even be prisoners to the addictions in our life and I’m not talking about drugs or alcohol. I’m referring to the addictions to social media, shopping, the approval from others, and a host of other things that keep us stuck. Remember, a prisoner is one who is under the power of another, but it can also be one who is under the power of a thing. So, what is Jesus referring to?
The passage says that he was proclaiming freedom. You get it through following after him. As you follow after him you will find freedom because your life will start to change as his life is reflected in you. Yes, that means living as a reflection of his character. It’s possible for all who choose it. Think about it.
Bark Peelers’ Festival July 6 & 7 at The PA Lumber Museum in Galeton, PA
Do you have what it takes to become the Grand Champion Bark Peeler? Is your beard the envy of all your friends? Or maybe you bake the greatest apple pie this side of the Mississippi? No matter the reason, the Bark Peelers’ Festival, July 6-7, 2024, is the place to be!
Join us for the BIGGEST event of the year and celebrate Pennsylvania’s lumbering heritage. Enjoy live music, food and craft vendors, demonstrations, and more. The two-day festival is full of competitions and fun for the whole family. Be there – July 6-7, 2024 from 9 AM – 5 PM – and release your inner lumberjack!
Potter County Farmers Market Friday, July 5th
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, July 5th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICES:
* The outdoor market is held each Friday from May through October (weather permitting; on very rainy days, we will relocate into the Riley Gallery (if available)). In November, the Farmers Market goes indoors for the winter market.
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
* If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net]
ALPACA CREATIONS will be a vender at this week’s market. Large variety and sizes of Alpaca socks, hand knit hats, headbands, mitts and mittens as well as neck warmers. Hand woven & knit scarves of alpaca, dryer balls, alpaca boot inserts, roving for spinning or felting. Large rack of colors and sizes of yarns to stock up for winter. Not too early Christmas. Credit accepted. Juried, Pa Wild’s Artisan & Pa Preferred. 814-601-0049 https://alpacas75.wixsite.com/website Alpaca Creations, follow on Facebook
BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce and plants. We will have BLACK RASPBERRIES, Romaine Lettuce, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Cabbage, Salad Turnips, Beets, Snap, Shell and Snow Peas. And we will have Cilantro plants. We accept cash, checks, FMNP and credit cards. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
CARING CRAFTS will be attending this week’s Market! Weather Permitting! We will be bring a variety of Homemade Travel Pillows! Along with our Plastic Canvas Magnets/Ornaments! Our selection of both is very wide and unique! Don’t forget to like us Facebook! If your not able to stop by or would like to place an order please contact Jess at 814 203 2482! Caring Crafts excepts Cash or PayPal (cowgirl_jess16915@yahoo.com) payment! Hope to see everyone there!
DIXON DESIGNS will be attending. Selling earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings and pins. Also have resin bookmarks and keychains. Accept cash.
JULIE BENNETT will be a vendor this week. I have dish scrubbies and washcloths, various crochet animals, some knitted items, and earrings. I accept cash. For more information contact Julie Bennett at julieb3440@gmail.com or call/text 814-989-0413.
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products that are made with milk from our herd of goats. Products that we have are Soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, lotion bars, and bath bombs. We accept cash or card payments. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.
QUIET ACRES will be at market Friday, weather permitting, with our selection of Haldeman Mills products – NEW Stauffer’s cornmeal,Teff Flour (African Ivory and Dark) and buckwheat flour for the gluten sensitive, Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancake Mixes, Shortcake/Cobbler Mix, Funnel Cake and Soft Pretzel Mixes as well as Brinser’s Best Cornmeal. On the craft side: NEW rope coasters, trivets,trinket bowls and baskets. We will also have upcycled braided rugs/runners/mug rugs of all sizes as well as aprons for all occasions, for kids and adults including summer sports teams. Orders are welcome – you can choose your fabric, color, size and shape. We accept cash payments. You can contact us at QuietAcresPortAllegany@gmail.com
THORNY BUSH FARM will be at this Friday’s market with homemade goat milk fudge, delicious herbal honey and a variety of crafts. We take cash and checks. See you there!
Roulette Ambulance To Sartwell Creek Rd.
On July 4, at 10:16 pm Roulette Ambulance was dispatched to Sartwell Creek Rd. for a person hemorrhaging
Port Allegany Dispatched for A Search
On July 4, 10:05 pm Port Allegany Fire Dept. was dispatched to Pine Grove Rd. near West Dunbar Rd. for search detail.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm In Bradford City
On July 4 at 9:15 pm Bradford City Fire and Ambulance dispatched to the McDonalds on Main St. for a CO alarm going off the building has been evacuated
ATV Crash In Osceola Twp.
On July 4, at 9:06 pm Osceola was dispatched to Losey Creek Rd for a solo atv crash with head injury. Air Medical has been dispatched.
Port Allegany Ambulance To Coleman Mills Rd.
On July 4, at 9:01 pm Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to Coleman Mills Rd. near the bridge for a person fallen.
James Dorr Thomas, age 70,
James Dorr Thomas, age 70, was a son of the late George and Doris (Lyon) Thomas of Westfield, PA and was born in Wellsboro on June 20, 1954.
James passed following a long illness on July 3, 2024 at his home in Lawrenceville, PA, with his best friend, Jason Black (of Addison, NY) by his side.
MoreVernon H. Stanley, age 79, of Osceola, PA
Vernon H. Stanley, age 79, of Osceola, PA passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Corning Hospital. Born September 23, 1944 in Osceola, he was the son of the late Harry and Pearl (Morseman) Stanley.
Vernon served in the 101st Airborne Army Division during the Vietnam War. He retired from Corning Inc, coached little league and volunteered at Hills Creek helping to make the trails. Vernon enjoyed hunting, fishing and his boat. He was a good husband, a good father and loved family.
MoreJudith A. Shippling, 85, of 421 Church Street, St. Marys, PA
Judith A. Shippling, 85, of 421 Church Street, St. Marys, PA passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Pinecrest Manor, after a brief illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Sarah J. Neilson, 95, of Powers Ave., Johnsonburg, PA
Sarah J. Neilson, 95, of Powers Ave., Johnsonburg, PA passed away early Thursday morning, July 4, 2024, at Penn Highlands-Elk, St. Marys following a brief illness. She was born on June 1, 1929, in Johnsonburg, a daughter to the late Anthony C. and Gertrude Keenan Kriegel. On May 17, 1952, in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married Donald Neilson. He preceded her in death on May 28, 1998.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Sarah was a 1947 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church and was a member of the Funeral Dinner Committee for many years. She was the treasurer for the East End Hose Co. Aux, for 28 years and was the longest living Auxiliary Member of the Johnsonburg Fire Dep’t. having joined in 1952. Sarah loved spending time with her family, camping, traveling, gardening and was known for her delicious pies.
Sarah had spent most of her life as a homemaker, but had worked at the Comet Supermarket, the A&P, and G.C. Murphy Co., all in Johnsonburg.
MoreSmall Plane Crashes Near Lock Haven Thursday Morning
CLINTON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Federal aviation officials have confirmed that they are responding to a small plane crash near Lock Haven, in Clinton County.
An FAA spokesperson says a single-engine Cessna 172 reportedly crash into a wooded area around 10:30 a.m. Thursday.
Authorities say only one person, the pilot, was on board at the time of the crash. Read more….
Dana A. Bunk, 62, of 6739 Crabb Hollow Rd., Town of New Hudson, NY
Dana A. Bunk: Loving Father, Grandfather, Son and Brother
Dana A. Bunk, 62, of 6739 Crabb Hollow Rd., Town of New Hudson, NY passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 28, 2024 at home.
Born on February 2, 1962, in Cuba, he was a son of William J. and Alice (Snyder) Bunk II.
Dana attended Cuba Central School. He was a General Laborer all of his career and was currently employed by Great Lakes Cheese of Cuba.
He enjoyed being outdoors, taking long walks in the woods with his dog Grizzly, collecting the perfect rocks for patios and was always setting himself up for future endeavors like buying a wood splitter to sell firewood and a saw mill to produce lumber. He aspired to always be independent.
He is survived by
MoreClement J. Negley, 90, of West Creek Road, St. Marys, PA
Clement J. Negley, 90, of West Creek Road, St. Marys, PA passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Penndel, PA Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Wellsville, NY Shooting
On July 3, 2024, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation out of SP Amity arrested Gregory S. Miller, 54, of Penndel, PA for Attempted Murder 2nd degree, Assault 1st degree, Reckless Endangerment 1st degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree (two counts), Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd and Criminal Use of a Weapon 1st degree.
On July 3, 2024 at approximately 9:45 P.M., Troopers out of SP Amity responded to Smith Hollow Rd in the town of Wellsville for a shooting involving injury. Investigation determined that after several hours of consuming alcohol, Miller had a verbal argument with the 48-year-old male victim.
Miller then went to his vehicle, a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, and returned with a Springfield Armory .45 ACP. Miller then discharged the firearm several times at the victim, striking him one time in the lower left leg. Miller was disarmed and held down by the others at the party until Troopers arrived on scene and took Miller into custody.
More26-Year-Old Dies in Rollover Crash In Steuben County Wednesday Afternoon
On July 3, 2024, at approximately 4:55 p.m., the New York State Police in Bath responded to a report of a fatal MVA on State Route 371 near State Route 21 in the town of Cohocton.
A preliminary investigation revealed a 2017 Dodge Caravan was traveling north on State Route 371 when it passed another vehicle in a no-passing zone. The operator, Lukas J. Ellsessor, age 31, of Angelica, NY, lost control of the vehicle and exited the roadway, causing the vehicle to roll over. The passenger of the vehicle, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene. Ellsessor was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital for minor injuries.
The New York State Police were assisted by the Cohoton Police Department, Cohocton Fire Department, Atlanta Fire Department, Hornell DOT, and Kanona DOT.
The investigation is ongoing.
Janice C. Freeman, 81, of Coudersport, PA
Janice C. Freeman, 81, of Coudersport, PA passed away Monday, July 1, 2024, at her home. Janice was born on November 22, 1942, in Arnaudville, LA the daughter of the late Elie and Agnes (Bourque) Marks. She married Thomas C. Freeman on December 27, 1997, and celebrated 14 years of marriage until his passing on September 8, 2012.
Janice retired from Adelphia and earlier in life, owned and operated the Pin Cushion, Coudersport. Janice was a very active member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport, and worked in the kitchen for all the fish dinners and all dinners at the church. She enjoyed sewing, alterations, and caring for her yard and garden. She was responsible for restoring the curtain at the Coudersport Theatre. She also volunteered at the Sweden Valley Manor and helped residence to the chapel for services.
MoreCheck Out These Yard Sales
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*7-1/2/3/4/5 Yard Sale, Route 6 at Potter-Tioga County Line
*7-3/4/5/6 Garage Sale, 28 Fessenden Road, Roulette, PA
*7-4/5/6 Yard Sale, 1851 Hickox Road, Ulysses, PA
*7-4/5/6 Patio Moving Sale, 313 Catlin Avenue, Port Allegany, PA
*7-4/5/6 Huge Yard Sale, 1030 Costello Road, Austin, PA
*7-4/5/6/7/8 Multi-Family Yard Sale, 1239 Germania Road, Galeton, PA
*7-5/6/7 Indoor Yard Sale, 59 Goodyear Terrace, Austin, PA
*7-11/12 ECCS Yard Sale, ECCS Cafeteria, St. Marys, PA
*8-31/9-1 Coudersport Town Wide Yard Sales, Labor Day Weekend
Coudersport Responding to ATV Rollover With Injuries
At 12:12 PM on Thursday, Coudersport Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Tracy Brook Road in Hebron Twp. for an ATV rollover crash with an injured juvenile. This is near 1227 East Branch of Fishing Creek Road. A 16-year-old female has leg injuries.
Governor Josh Shapiro on Independence Day
There is no better place to celebrate Independence Day than our great Commonwealth.
It is days like today where I feel incredibly grateful to be governor of the place that not only is the home of Independence Hall, but also the birthplace of American democracy and freedom.
Today, I am thinking about all the freedoms we as Pennsylvanians are so lucky to have: the freedom to marry the person you love. The freedom to pray to whoever you choose. The freedom to work a stable job and provide for your family. The freedom to make your voice heard and have your vote counted.
I hope you take this day to relax, spend some time with friends and family, and enjoy all the freedoms we are so fortunate to have. From my family to yours, happy Fourth of July!
Sincerely,
Josh Shapiro
Vehicle/Bicycle Crash in City of Bradford
At 10:38 AM on Thursday, Bradford City Fire & EMS were dispatched to Mill Street & Short Street for a vehicle/bicycle crash with injuries.
Owlett Applauds Victaulic Commitment to Tioga County
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) today applauded Victaulic’s commitment to a $100 million-plus expansion project at its Lawrenceville foundry in Tioga County.
“Victaulic’s decision to stay here, invest here and grow here is a testament to the company’s loyalty to our community, as well as the outstanding work force and quality of life our region offers,” Owlett said. “I am excited by the opportunities this creates for us and hope it will encourage other long-time businesses, as well as potential new businesses, to invest in Tioga County and the Northern Tier.”
Victaulic received a funding proposal from the state Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for a $1.07 million Pennsylvania First Program grant and up to a $428,000 Workforce and Development Network grant to train workers.
MoreHeadwaters FFA Members Make Chapter History
10 FFA members from the Headwaters FFA Chapter are making waves on a national level. Each year thousands of FFA members flood Indianapolis, Indiana for the weeklong National FFA Convention. During the week, members participate in competitions, network, and are recognized for their esteemed achievements. This year 10 members of the Headwaters FFA will be joining their peers in Indianapolis to receive their American FFA Degrees.
MoreCongressional Candidate Tom Carle Officiates at Opening of Allegany County Democratic Election HQ in Wellsville
Wellsville, NY— More than 40 people gathered outside at 84 N. Main St., Wellsville on Monday, July 1st to celebrate the official opening of the Allegany County Democratic Committee’s (ACDC) 2024 Election Headquarters.
ACDC Vice Chair Mark Holt welcomed guests, saying “this headquarters in historic downtown Wellsville will serve us and the electorate well as we head into this vitally important election.”
Hank Nowak, sitting NYS Supreme Court Justice serving the 8th Judicial District, briefly remarked on the headquarters space and the power of grassroots organizing. He offered his support to Tom Carle of Fredonia, NY, our candidate for NYs 23rd Congressional district.
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