August 2024
McKean County Seeking Domestic Relations Establishment Officer
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants to perform the duties of Establishment Officer for the Domestic Relations Office.
The requirements for this position are:
Education: Associate Degree, preferably in legal secretary or paralegal field. Training in EXCEL and WORD required.
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years office experience; law office experience helpful.
Special Requirements:
- Strong multi-task capabilities.
- Excellent inter-personal skills in dealing with highly emotional situations.
- Thorough office practices background, ideally in a legal office setting.
- Able to maintain continuing education training requirements.
- Ability to grasp new processes or procedures quickly, some involving legal technicalities, and attention to detail.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment under specific time deadlines.
- Capable of organizing and prioritizing job duties; able to make routine to moderately difficult decisions under minimal supervision.
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume and McKean County job application to Amy Lathrop, Director at AmyLathrop@pacses.com
Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse or at www.mckeancountypa.gov.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date.
McKEAN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLO
McKean County Seeking Domestic Relations Enforcement Officer
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants to perform the duties of Enforcement Officer for the Domestic Relations Office.
The requirements for this position are:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in social work, legal, business, or comparable field desirable.
Experience:
- 1-3 years of experience dealing with the general public.
Special Requirements:
- Working knowledge of computers and office equipment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Capable of handling multi-tasks and able to change priorities.
- Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality.
- Capable of traveling as required for training or other job-related purposes.
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume and McKean County job application to Amy Lathrop, Director at AmyLathrop@pacses.com
Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse or at www.mckeancountypa.gov.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date.
Structure Fire In Kane
On August 7, at 11:10 pm Kane Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to N. Tionesta Ave. for a structure fire. Update this is a controlled burn
Jack W. Hanson, 83, of Bradford, PA
Jack W. Hanson, 83, of Bradford, passed away, August 6, 2024, at the Bradford Manor.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Flood Watch
Flood Watch
National Weather Service State College PA
324 PM EDT Wed Aug 7 2024
…FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH LATE
FRIDAY NIGHT…
* WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE…A portion of central Pennsylvania, including the following
areas, Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Cameron, Clearfield, Cumberland,
Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Mifflin, Northern Centre,
Northern Clinton, Northern Lycoming, Perry, Potter, Snyder,
Somerset, Southern Centre, Southern Clinton, Southern Lycoming,
Sullivan, Tioga and Union.
* WHEN…From late Thursday night through late Friday night.
* IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– Debby will bring heavy rainfall through the area early Friday
morning through early Saturday morning. Widespread rainfall
accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected with locally
higher amounts up to 7 inches possible.
– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
DOH – Department of Health Press Release Listserv
Secretary of Health Applauds Pennsylvania Counties Recognized Among Nation’s Healthiest Communities by U.S. News & World Report
Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen today recognized Chester and Montgomery counties for being selected to the top 100 healthiest communities in the country according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Healthiest Communities rankings.
August Star Awards recognized at BRMC, OGH
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are pleased to announce the August 2024 Star Award winners. Winners recognized at a ceremony at each hospital campus were Brenda Laird, BRMC, and Rachel McCaslin, OGH
Brenda Laird, a hostess in the food and nutrition department received the August Star Award at BRMC. Brenda has been with BRMC since 2015 with plans on retiring this August.
PITT-BRADFORD TAKES PART IN WORLD INDIGENOUS SUICIDE PREVENTION CONFERENCE
BRADFORD, Pa. – Members of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford community traveled to Niagara Falls, N.Y., recently to attend and volunteer at the World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference being held for the first time in North America.
Pitt-Bradford was also a sponsor of the conference, which brought together Indigenous people from around the world to discuss and discover practices for the prevention and intervention of suicide using Indigenous knowledge and medicine. The conference was hosted by the Seneca Nation of Indians at the Seneca Niagara Falls Casino.
UPMC Welcomes New Plastic Surgeon to Williamsport
Williamsport, Pa., August 5, 2024 – UPMC welcomes Ashley Leberfinger, M.D., to the plastic & reconstructive surgery team in Williamsport.
Dr. Leberfinger earned her medical degree with Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Scranton, Pa. She completed an internship and residency in general surgery with Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pa. Most recently, Dr. Leberfinger completed a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery with Summa Health, Akron, Ohio.
Keystone Rural Health Consortia Inc.’s Family Fun Day 2024
North Central staff participated in Keystone Rural Health Consortia Inc.’s Family Fun Day 2024. Deb Delhunty, left, and Ana Slavik worked the WIC tent where they were giving out water bottles, fidget spinners, and more! The event focused on bike helmet safety, health care information, kids activities, health screenings, backpack and school supplies giveaways, education giveaways for parents and more.
Department of Health Distributes Free Potassium Iodide Tablets to Pennsylvanians Living and Working Near State’s Four Active Nuclear Power Plants
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) will offer free potassium iodide, or KI, tablets on August 22 to Pennsylvanians who live or work within 10 miles of the state’s four active nuclear power plants, as part of routine preventive efforts in case of future emergencies. The DOH hosts an annual distribution event every summer. Chester and Montgomery counties will also hold distributions on August 23 and 24.
“Emergency preparedness is a critical part of public health, and that includes ensuring residents living and working near active nuclear facilities know what to do in case of an emergency,” said Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen.“Radiological emergencies are extremely rare, but when they do happen, it is important to have potassium iodide tablets on hand. The tablets should only be taken in the event of a nuclear emergency and when instructed to do so by state health officials. Please be aware that the tablets do expire after a few years, so please check yours and exchange them for new ones if necessary.”
CRCF to host Cattaraugus Gives Link and Learn Seminar
The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation will hold its final Nonprofit Link and Learn Seminar of the year, “Cattaraugus Gives by the Numbers,” led by CRCF Executive Director Kirk Windus and communications and fund development manager/Cattaraugus Gives coordinator Tyler Veno on Thursday, September 5 from 12 to 1 p.m.
The session will help nonprofit professionals and volunteers learn more about how to get the most out of their fundraising efforts during this year’s Cattaraugus Gives program through an analysis of fundraising data from the 2023 Cattaraugus Gives event.
Adalgisa Maria “Mary” Valentin LOZADA, 70, of Wellsville, NY
Adalgisa Maria “Mary” Valentin LOZADA, 70, of Wellsville, NY, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024 in her home.
Born September 12, 1953, in the Dominican Republic, her family moved to New York City when Mary was 10 years old. She met the love of her life, Eric W. Lozada, when she was 16. They married on May 29, 1971, in the Bronx. She was employed by the pediatrician in Easton, Dr. Victor Rodriguez, and then the Port Authority. Mary loved spending time with her family and taking care of them all, especially cooking for them. Mary was well loved by many and was always caring for anyone she met. She will be missed, but her memories will be carried on.
Helen M. MATHEWS, 79, of Ulysses, PA – UPDATE
Helen M. MATHEWS, 79, of Ulysses, PA, died Tuesday, August 6, 2024 in her home.
Born December 19, 1944, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of John J. and Dora H. Davis Shaffer. On July 12, 1968, she married Truman R. Mathews, who predeceased her on June 12, 2004.
A 1962 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she was employed for 40 years by Galeton Production and Truck-Lite in Wellsboro. Helen was a member of the Women of the Moose in Elkland.
Cheryl J. Pistner, 79, of St. Marys, PA.
Cheryl J. Pistner, 79, of St. Marys, passed away at Pinecrest Manor on August 6, 2024 following an illness of the past three years.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Two Vehicle Fatal Crash On Rt. 417 In Portville NY.
On July 29, 2024 at 4:09 P.M., Troopers out of SP Olean responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of State Route 417 and Fischer Lane in the town of Portville. Investigation determined that a 2008 Dodge was traveling east bound on State Route 417 when a 2014 Kia entered the roadway northernly from Fischer Lane. The Dodge struck the Kia on State Route 417. The operator of the Kia, Clemendina M. Gaylor, 65 of Portville, NY was pronounced deceased at the scene. The operator and passenger of the Dodge were transported to Olean General Hospital in stable condition.
The NYSP Collision Reconstruction Unit and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation assisted in this investigation.
George D. Lavella, 91, of Fairview Road, Kersey, PA
George D. Lavella, 91, of Fairview Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2024 with his loving family by his side.
He was born at the homestead in Coal Hollow on January 21, 1933, a son of the late Victor Lavella, Sr. and Edith Angelo Lavella.
On August 13, 1956, he married the love of his life, Helen Bauer Lavella, who preceded him in death on October 1, 1995. Together they shared nearly 40 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
Sign Language Classes Offered This Fall!
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 communicate with someone you care about.
Harvest new ideas at the Penn State Extension ‘Starting and Improving Farms Conference
Interested in starting a farm, diversifying an existing farm, or beginning an agritourism business? To help participants explore new business and production practices, Penn State Extension will hold the “Starting and Improving Farms Conference” Sept. 13-14 at Toftrees Golf Resort, 1 Country Club Lane, State College.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm In Elkland
On August 7, at 1:05 pm Elkland Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 106 E. Highland St. for carbon monoxide alarm activation with a person ill.
Robert H. Butler, age 69, of Wellsboro, PA
Robert H. Butler, age 69, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Monday, August 5, 2024.
He was born on December 29, 1954 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Carl Butler and Marie (Hopkins) Dilly. Bob worked in construction as a heavy equipment operator and manager. He loved spending time with his family and being outdoors hunting, shooting and reloading.
Bob is survived by two sons: Rob (Ashley) Butler of Granby, CO, Ryan (Ashley) Butler of Wellsboro, PA, daughter: Heather (Chris) Contrucci of Indiana, PA, brother: Richard Butler of Middlebury Center, PA, sister: Carla (Dave) DiFabio of Pottstown, PA, half brothers: Brian (Cheryl) Dilly, Stan Dilly, both of Wellsboro, PA, half sister: Barb (Paul) Copp of Wellsboro, PA and 8 grandchildren.
He was predeceased by a grandson: Robbie Butler in 2017.
A family graveside service will be held at the Wellsboro Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA with Pastor Kristi A. Webster officiating.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Turtlepoint Farmers Market Saturday, August 10th
This Saturday, August 10th, is the Turtlepoint Farmers Market, located at the Turtlepoint Community Park! This event will be running from 9-12! There is a large line up of vendors this month!
South Kendall Hydroponic Lettuce will be selling delicious varieties of lettuce.
Messy Mountain Organics is returning with vegan hand crafted soaps, as well as garden produce. She also will be providing homemade beer bread and other homemade goods.
Really Rural Woodworks will be returning where you will be sure to find a handcrafted bowl or gift.
Gloria French will be present to talk all things essential oils and holistic remedies.
As always, we will have a variety of Amish baked goods including pies, cookies, donuts and bread.
Jenna-June will be returning with healing skin salves, body butters, bug repellent and body scrubs. Rise Above Farms will be selling farm fresh eggs, fresh baked goods and homemade breads. The Peaceful Pages will be present selling all crocheted hand-made works! And Mrs. Farmelo will be around to talk all things Kombucha and Kefir!