Mugging for the camera while braving the cooler temperature getting in and out of the pool to jump off the board.Trystian Dahlke showing off his muscles.This trio was having a “ball” at the pool party!Lillianne Reed, Gianna Glasgow, and Tessa Rendos enjoying some time together.
The 80’s Glow Party held at the Port Allegany Community Pool was a big hit with the kids and their families. The party, with an 80’s theme, glow sticks, music and more was deemed a big success according to pool supervisor Liz Valentine. The weather was a little chilly but it didn’t seem to bother the kids! The party was free for those holding a pool pass and others could attend paying a small fee. Plans are in the works for a Christmas in July pool party.
Kym Marie Coolidge, 72, of Wellsboro, PA passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024, at her home. Kym was born on December 22, 1951, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Earl and Helen (Webster) Coolidge.
Kym worked in the Tech Department for the State of Michigan for many years. She enjoyed crafts, crocheting, and knitting.
RIDGWAY – The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) is pleased to announce that Elise Grovanz is now a graduate of Leadership Elk & Cameron.
The Game Commission, together with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, is conducting the third Pennsylvania Bird Atlas in state history. Between now and February 2029, it will document what birds live in Pennsylvania, where and in what numbers.
On July 4, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., State Police were called to County Road 38 in the Town of Alma for a report of an ATV accident.
An investigation determined that the driver of the ATV, Jesse M. Bestine, 26, along with one passenger, Zachary J. Barnett, 25, both of Wellsville, were traveling east on County Road 38, when Bestine swerved to avoid an oncoming vehicle causing the ATV to overturn several times.
Zachary J. Barnett sustained severe injuries and died at the scene.
Bestine was taken to Jones Memorial and was later transferred to Strong Hospital in Rochester for non-life-threatening injuries.
July Star Award Winner, Carly Cataldo, BRMC, PT, OGH.July Star Award Winner Mary Jo Inzana, BRMC, PT, OGH.
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), are excited to announce the July 2024 Star Award winners. This month’s winners are Carly Cataldo, BRMC, and Mary Jo Inzana, PT, OGH.
Carly Cataldo, a lead ultrasound tech and a team member since October 2019, received the July Star Award at BRMC.
Diana Rose Reed-Brooks, 61, of Emporium, PA passed away at her residence, Emporium, PA on Monday (July 1, 2024) afternoon following a brief illness. She was born April 2, 1963 in Lorraine, Ohio a daughter of the late John and Delores Niskey Bodnar. On December 8, 2009 in Coudersport she married the late Kevin Brooks.
Diana graduated from Marion Steele High School in Amherst, Ohio in the class of 1981. She moved to Emporium from Ohio years ago. She loved cats and took many stray cats into her home.
She is survived by her companion, Joe Clary, Emporium; brother, James R. Bodnar (Janice), Avon, OH;
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a sister, Karen Bodnar.
There will be no visitation and services will be at the convenience of the family.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Cameron County SPCA, 678 South Mountain Rd., Emporium, PA 15834
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.”
At 2:28 PM on Friday, Bradford Firefighters & EMS were dispatched to 308 East Main Street for a 2-vehicle crash. Dispatch reports multiple patients. Airbag deployment.
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Senate confirmed Governor Josh Shapiro’s nomination of Dr. Debra L. Bogen as Secretary of the Department of Health (DOH).
Secretary Bogen was appointed to her post by Governor Shapiro following more than three decades as a primary care pediatrician and nearly three years at the helm of the Allegheny County Health Department.
“Secretary Bogen has done incredible work leading the Department of Health since the beginning of my Administration – she is working to ensure every Pennsylvanian has access to the care they need as they grow and age, has built strong relationships across the Commonwealth, and has helped keep Pennsylvanians safe in emergencies,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “I’m grateful for her leadership and proud she was confirmed by the Senate last night.”
Renee Muchnik, M.D. Heart and Vascular Institute, UPMC
We know that when you get a CT scan or experience other kinds of medical imaging, the staff taking the images needs to protect themselves by leaving the room. Think about when you need an x-ray at your dental office – they put that heavy layer of protection on you just for a picture of your mouth.
They do this because the ionizing radiation that is used to take the images is damaging to DNA and the tissue of living things, and a possible cause of cancer in the future. The cells in our bodies are very efficient at repairing this damage and medical staff use the lowest dosages possible, but what if you didn’t have to be exposed to this radiation in the first place?
Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a new technique offered at UPMC in North Central Pa. that offers a sophisticated way to characterize the structure and function of the heart and to diagnose a variety of heart conditions.
What is a Cardiac MRI?
Instead of using ionizing radiation, cardiac MRI uses radio waves, powerful magnets, and a computer to generate detailed images of blood vessels and the heart. This imaging test provides a non-invasive way to deliver quality images for your doctors to use for the diagnosis of various conditions.
You may need a cardiac MRI if you have:
Previously had a heart attack
Heart disease, or coronary artery disease
Cardiomyopathy, or heart muscle disease
Ventricular arrhythmia, or a heart rhythm disorder that originates in your ventricles
Congenital heart defects, or heart problems present at birth
Blood clots or tumors in your heart
The procedure of a cardiac MRI is typically painless and, on average, may take an hour in total. It begins with a patient lying on a table that slides into a tube-shaped machine. A sense of claustrophobia may be felt due the enclosed nature of the machine, but your health care team will ensure your comfort by providing soothing measures like playing music. An IV may also be used to administer medicine or a contrast material to help get a better picture of the heart.
It is critical to mention any metal implants or devices in your body as the strong magnetic field can interfere with them. It is also important to stay very still so that the images turn out clear and accurate.
Results
After your cardiac MRI, your results will either be normal or abnormal. Normal results mean that your heart chambers and valves are working properly, the amount of blood your heart pumps is normal, there is no extra fluid around your heart, and no tumors or blood clots are present. Abnormal results can vary depending on each patient’s specific condition.
The strong magnetic field does not produce any known harmful effects, and, if contrast material is used, there is a rare chance of an allergic reaction or an infection at the injection site.
Renee Muchnik, M.D., is with UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and sees patients at UPMC Williamsport, 740 High St., and UPMC Muncy, 10 Shady Ln. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Muchnik at either location, call 570-321-2800. For more information, visit UPMC.com/HeartNCPA.
The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners will meet Friday, July 12 at the agency’s Harrisburg headquarters.
This meeting is one day only, and will begin at 10 a.m. with staff presentations.
Public comment – limited to five minutes – is scheduled to be accepted beginning at 11 a.m. The board plans to take up its regular agenda after lunch, likely around 1 p.m.
Al-Safa US LLC, the importer of record located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, is recalling approximately 2,010 pounds of imported frozen ready-to-eat chicken products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes.
CLOSURE OF PORTION OF COUNTY ROAD 31A IN THE TOWN OF AMITY
Please be advised County Road 31A from Back River Road to Eymer Road will be closed from July 8 until July 11 to replace a culvert pipe. There will not be an on-site detour and motorists are urged to seek alternate routes. Thank you for your cooperation.
CLOSURE OF PORTION OF COUNTY ROAD 9 IN THE TOWN OF SCIO
Please be advised County Road 9 from Snowball Hollow Road to Morgan Hill Road will be closed from approximately 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on July 15 to replace a culvert pipe. There will not be an on-site detour and motorists are urged to seek alternate routes. Thank you for your cooperation.
CLOSURE OF PORTION OF COUNTY ROAD 19 IN THE TOWN OF INDEPENDENCE
Please be advised County Road 19 from SR 248 to County Road 19A will be closed from approximately 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on July 16 to install a temporary detour bridge. There will not be an on-site detour and motorists are urged to seek alternate routes. Thank you for your cooperation.
OLEAN, N.Y., June 2 – Four recent area graduates received scholarships for students pursuing health care- and education-related degrees from funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Luke Petryszak of Portville and Amelia Herzog of Allegany-Limestone received the Kothari Family Fund Healthcare Scholarship for $1,000 each.
The Kothari Family Fund Healthcare Scholarship is given to graduating seniors, one from Allegany-Limestone Central School and one from any Cattaraugus or McKean (PA) County high school, pursuing a health care-related field of study. Drs. Ashok and Yogini Kothari established the scholarship as part of the Kothari Family Endowed Fund.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of July 8. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/03/2024 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in Warsaw Township, Jefferson county. SWMA 302(A) – DISPOSAL, PROCESSING AND STORAGE OF RESIDUAL WASTE – Person disposed, processed, stored, or permitted the disposal, processing or storage of residual waste in a manner which is contrary to the rules and regulations of DEP or to any permit or to the terms or conditions of any permit or any order issued by DEP.
July 5, 2024 — The United Way of the Bradford Area’s 26th Annual Pig Roast & Clam Bake, is coming on Thursday, August 29th beginning at 5:30 pm at the Bradford Township Lions Club with music provided by DJ Benzo. The event serves as the celebratory kick-off for the United Way’s annual campaign.
PennDOT Potter County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of July 8
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of July 8. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in Potter County for the coming week is as follows:
Our dog accidentally got out during the fireworks. Daisy is 12 years old. A lab/shepherd mix about 50 pounds. We have looked everywhere! Please contact me ASAP if you see her. She is Black and brown. Area of Old Shovel Rd., Coudersport. Cathy Riley
Donald Dean Steck, 85, formerly of Timbuck, a resident of Simpsonville, SC, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
Born March 8, 1939, in Degolia, he was the 13th child of the late Leonard and Louise (O’Neil) Steck. He was a graduate of St. Bernard School.
On July 22, 1967, in Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, he married Patricia Ann (Cardenas) Steck who preceded him in death on December 29, 2021.
A native and life-long resident of Bradford, Dean worked for over 30 years at the Kendall/Witco Oil Refinery. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.
Dean loved participating in and watching all sports, but especially rooting for the Buffalo Bills. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends.
Robin G. Formoso, 66, of Church St., Port Allegany, PA passed away unexpectedly Thursday (July 4, 2024) in her home.
Born April 28, 1958, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Lawrence M. and Phyllis E. Abel Brundage. In May 1999, she married Joseph M. Formoso, in Cincinnati, OH.
Robin was a graduate of the Port Allegany High School, class of 1976.
She had been employed with Ethan Allen Corp., Eldred, PA, for 20 years, and later with Judson Care Center, as a certified nurse’s aide, in Cincinnati, OH.
She attended the Chestnut Street Baptist Church, Port Allegany. She was a member and president of the Port Allegany Senior Center. Robin loved her cross-stitching & puzzles, but most of all she loved her two cats, and planting flowers.
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.
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!
