BRADFORD, Pa. — Dr. Jonathan Chitiyo, associate professor of education at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, has published a new book about teaching children with special needs in Africa.
Chitiyo, who is from Zimbabwe, studied three countries: Ghana, South Africa and Zimbabwe, where he investigated how teachers are taught to support students with special needs.
OLEAN, N.Y., July 24 – Four Ellicottville students received scholarship awards managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Brooke Butler and Keelin Finn received the Kristen Hintz Memorial Scholarship for $1,500 each.
This scholarship, which came under the Foundation’s management in 2017, is named in memory of Kristen Nicole Hintz, who was a senior at Ellicottville Central School and at the top of her class when a tragic auto accident cut her life short in 2000. A leader in her class, she was a multi-sport athlete who always gave her best and persevered through difficult situations.
There’s good news for old dogs this summer as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries are among the winners.
Second Chance in Tioga is one of 100 animal welfare groups chosen from nearly 400 applicants to receive a grant to help local senior dogs and the people who love them. The winning groups are sharing more than $1 million in grants to help save and improve the lives of at-risk old dogs in their communities.
On July 27, at 3:39 pm Kane Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 54 Weaver Ln. for an atv accident the patient is still in the woods.
John Albert Yilek, 89, of Germania, PA, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at UPMC Wellsboro. Born June 25, 1935, in Blossburg, PA, he was a son of the late Albert and Julia (Karhan) Yilek. He was Veteran having served in the United States Army 8th infantry division Baumhalder in West Germany from1958-1960.
On May 2, 1964 in Germania, he married the former Ruth “Toni” Succowich who survives. John was a heavy equipment operator for PENN DOT before retirement. In his earlier work years, he truly enjoyed his passion of logging for Ted Sykora. He continued his logging passion and equipment operating working with his son, John, well into his mid-80s.
He was a member of Saint Germain’s Catholic Church, former Assistant Chief of Germania Fire Company, and former Supervisor of Abbott Township.
Hunting with family members, fishing, gardening, camping, and snowmobiling kept him active in the outdoors, and as many of you know, he cut wood year-round. Potato farming with Jim Gilbert brought back family memories for John. He also made daily trips to make sure all of his “grand dogs” had what they needed.
On July 27, at 12:19 pm Bradford Twp. Fire and Bradford City Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 219 near Owens Way for a two motorcycle crash With Unknown injuries. Air Medical is on standby
Elfriede E. Achter, age 87, of Sabinsville, PA passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at the Green Home in Wellsboro. Born May 5, 1937 in Waiblingen, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Wilhelm and Frida (Schaefer) Stilz.
Elfriede worked for Wundies Inc in Wellsboro. She loved gardening and her flower beds, reading, watching baseball and loved her pets, cats and dogs.
Beverly R. Gosper, age 87, of Osceola, PA went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Broad Acres Nursing Home in Wellsboro.
She was born on April 14, 1937 in Elmira, NY.
Beverly enjoyed gardening, her flower beds, housekeeping and loved talking about Jesus with her family and friends.
Roger Allen Smith, age 73, of Salina, Kansas, formerly of Elkland, PA passed away unexpectedly at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas after an e-bike accident.
Roger was born March 16, 1951 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of Ernest B. and Alice (Rudy) Smith. Roger graduated from Ekland High School in 1970. He served in the Air Force from 1971-1973.
Roger was a free spirit who enjoyed hunting, fishing, horses, motorcycles, and dogs.
Lorraine M. Thurston, age 92, of Elkland, PA passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira.
Born August 19, 1931 in Deerfield Twp., PA, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Myrtle (Dailey) Brass.
Lorraine graduated from Elkland High School, Class of 1950 and Mansfield State Teachers College, Class of 1954. Lorraine married Alfred Thurston on November 22, 1958 at the Elkland United Methodist Church and they shared 59 years together until his passing in 2018.
She retired from Northern Tioga School District after many years of teaching. She was a member of the Eastern Star for 74 years, Cowanesque Valley Garden Club and the Elkland Senior Citizens Club. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, making quilts and knitting.
| PA Permit Violation Issued to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/25/2024 to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-07-25 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Waylon William SHUTT, 5, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Genesee, died Monday, July 22, 2024 in Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
He was born February 16, 2019, in York. Waylon was a student at Northern Potter Children’s School in Ulysses. He enjoyed listening to Prof and watching his siblings play. Waylon had a big personality and sense of humor.
At 10:48 AM on Saturday, St. Marys Fire Dept. was dispatched to Elk Towers for smoke coming from a refrigerator.
Austin – Spend the dog days of summer outdoors at Sinnemahoning State Park!
Saturday, August 3rd, 2024
10:00 A.M 12:00 P.M –Native & Invasive Plant Walk– Join the park’s summer intern for a walk on the Lowlands trail and learn about common native and invasive plant species found at Sinnemahoning State Park.
Meets at: Wildlife Center
Four recent Portville Central School graduates received awards from scholarship funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Allison Smith and Zoey Hoak received the Dr. Donald A. Wormer Family Scholarship for $1,200, while Joel Stives received $1,500.
The endowed scholarship, established in memory of Dr. Wormer by his late wife, Elinor Wormer, is awarded to graduating seniors of Portville Central School attending a two- or four-year institution to pursue a degree in a health care-related field. Students are also eligible to re-apply and recent graduates may also apply for this scholarship.
The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission’s (North Central) Board of Directors approved publishing a Request for Proposals focused on the EDA Tech Hub Strategy Development Grant the commission was awarded in 2023 during Wednesday’s monthly meeting.
The North Central Pressed Materials Strategy Development Consortium was created through a $400,000 Tech Hubs Strategy Development Grant awarded through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration. North Central is seeking a highly qualified consultant with expertise in the pressed materials industry with a strong focus on economic development to develop a cutting-edge and transformative 10-year Implementation Plan aimed at scaling the entire pressed materials ecosystem in the six-county region.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of July 29. 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:
Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning
Pennsylvania has some of the oldest bridges in the country, with an age of more than 50 years on average. Preventive maintenance is vital in extending the life of the structures. As such, PennDOT maintenance crews perform some bridge deck patching and structural repairs.
On July 27, at 9:13 am Middlebury Fire Dept. and a Boat From Wellsboro were dispatched for a missing kayaker in Middlebury Twp. Two kayakers have been found and a third kayak with a person missing. Drone 50 has also been dispatched. Update as of 12:27 pm the search is still in progress
Daring to Dream
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Are you a dreamer? No, I’m not referring to the dreams you have at night. I’m talking about dreams for your future, for tomorrow and beyond. I’m talking about dreaming about new things, higher mountains, new adventures and all that goes with it. Are you there yet? Do you dream this way or are you like many who are plodding your way through the mundane of today. I want to be a dreamer of impossible dreams. I’m not ready to settle for the status quo.
Remember the story of the little train that could? Wasn’t that all about dreaming, believing that he could? Foregoing the obstacles to reach new heights, new adventures, and new experiences. Isn’t it this kind of dreaming that brought us computers, trips into outer space and other exciting places? So why don’t we do more of it? Why don’t you or I? Are we playing it safe, not wanting to rock the boat? Afraid to pay the costs of new adventures?
Some dream but that’s all they do is dream, there’s no action. Did you realize that dreaming is only half of the equation? Anyone can dream, but not everyone will test their dreams and take the next step. Why? Fear of failure, because dreamers fail and they fail often, but they get back up and start again. Which category do you fit into?
Remember Caleb? His story can be found in Joshua 14. He was one of two spies that voted to cross the Jordan River, but they were overruled by ten others who wanted to play it safe. Afraid to dream, the people wandered for another 40 years. When Caleb finally got into the Promised Land he requested the mountains. At 85 he looked to conquer the mountains, not the plains but the rough terrain. He was a dreamer, and he was willing to take the risks.
My wife and I are in the winter of our lives and we’re still dreaming. We’re looking at new mountains to climb. Perhaps there’s a new mountain in your future too, but it will require you to dream again and take the risk. Think about it.
Kay F. Culbertson, 82, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at The Green Home in Wellsboro, PA.
Born December 25, 1941 in Clarion, PA, she was a daughter of the late Oscar and Katherine (Anthony) Conner. Kay was a graduate of Union High School in Rimersburg, PA. She was married to Ronald Culbertson, who preceded her in death.
She was a waitress at the Ox Yoke in Galeton for many years and was a past member of the Women of the Moose in Galeton and the Galeton V.F.W. Auxiliary. Kay enjoyed playing cards and Bingo, crocheting, and knitting.
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Sullivan Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/23/2024 at site DECRISTO (01-128-11) D 11H in Sullivan Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-07-23 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Sullivan Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/23/2024 at site DECRISTO (01-128-09) D 9H in Sullivan Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-07-23 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Sullivan Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/23/2024 at site DECRISTO (01-128-05) D 5H in Sullivan Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-07-23 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Sullivan Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/23/2024 at site DECRISTO (01-128-03) D 3H in Sullivan Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-07-23 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
Carol A. Bullers, 83, of 674 Pontzer Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born December 25, 1940 in St. Marys, daughter of the late James and Helen Henry Weidow. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1960. She was employed at Sylvania and retired from Pro Process on her 80th birthday, where she was affectionately known as “Sunshine”.
On July 2, 1966, in Olean, NY, she married the late, George Bullers, who preceded her in death on January 31, 1994.
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Jones Township, Elk County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/23/2024 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Jones Township, Elk county. 78a54 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS – Operator failed to control and dispose of fluids, residual waste and drill cuttings, including tophole water, brines, drilling fluids, drilling muds, stimulation fluids, well servicing fluids, oil, and production fluids in a manner that prevents pollution of the waters of the Commonwealth and in accordance with 25 Pa. Code §§ 78a.55 – 78a.58 and 78a.60 – 78a.63. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-07-23 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
