September 2024

David Straub enters his second season as coach of the Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s and women’s tennis teams with optimism, thanks to several key returning players and talented newcomers.

The Wildcat men, 2-9 overall last year and 2-5 in the United East, open at 4 p.m. on Friday, hosting Lycoming College on the Brandon Park courts, while the women,  4-9 overall and 1-4 UE, open at 9 a.m. on Saturday at the first day of the King’s College Invitational. The men have four fall matches and the women seven, with United East Conference play taking place in the spring.

On the men’s side, senior Alex Norris of Williamsport returns after playing at the No. 1 singles position last fall before missing the spring season. He is joined by junior Logan Ogden of South Williamsport and sophomores Jayden Manbeck of Bernville, Matt Williams of Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, Hunter Knosky of Camp Hill and Will Long of Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Motorists are advised a two-year construction project continues on Route 6 and Main Street (Route 2005) in Tioga County.

Overnight Work
The week of Sunday, September 8, 2024, the contractor will be performing base repairs on Route 6 between North Academy Street and Railroad Street and on Main Street between East Main Street and East Elmira Street (Route 1002) in the Central Business District. Work will be performed between the hours of 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM, weather permitting. Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed.

Daytime Work
The week of Monday, September 9, 2024, the contractor will continue working on the sidewalks, ADA ramps and drainage throughout the project area. Work will be performed between the hours of 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM, weather permitting. Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed.

Motorists are advised that a two-year roadway improvement project continues on Water Street (Route 414), Blockhouse Road (Route 2005), and Williamson Road (Route 2007) in Liberty Borough and Liberty Township, Tioga County.

The week of Monday, September 9, 2024, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, will be performing drainage work on Williamson Trail Road (Route 2007) between Blockhouse Road and Mase Road (T-800).  Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed. Work will be performed during daylight hours, weather permitting.

 Following a plea hearing at the McKean County Courthouse yesterday, Edwin MCPEAK, pled guilty to crimes related to the June bank robbery at a bank in Eldred.

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer confirmed that MCPEAK appeared before a McKean County Judge at a plea hearing on Thursday and entered a plea of guilty to Robbery (of a Financial Institution with use a firearm); Robbery (placing 2 victims in fear of serious bodily injury with use of a firearm); Theft from the bank; and Receiving Stolen Property (vehicle stolen from Olean, NY). 

The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission’s Board of Directors (North Central) approved a trio of business loans at its August meeting on Wednesday.

The board approved $372,500 in loan funding for three businesses in the six-county region that will retain a total of 10 full-time jobs and create five new jobs over the next three years.

“The Business Lending Program is working in the six-county region,” North Central Executive Director Jim Chorney said. “The three loans approved Wednesday will keep businesses open and people employed to help sustain the regional economy while helping maintain the quality of life in those communities.”

FCCB is proud to announce that their broker, Matthew Stroup, has once again been named to the prestigious Forbes Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisors list for 2024. Matthew, who is a part of the FCCB Wealth Advisory* Division within FCCB, began his career in 2013 with FCCB.

The Forbes Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisors list recognizes top-performing young financial advisors who are redefining the industry with their thorough approaches, exceptional client service, and proven track records of success. Inclusion on this list is a testament to an advisor’s dedication, expertise, and commitment to helping clients pursue their financial goals.

2 Day Estate Sale! September 6 & 7 – Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm

55 State Line Rd. Eldred, PA 16731

Grandfather clock, hand tools, Billiards table, bedroom furniture, washer/dryer, couch, dining furniture, glassware, Cutco, sewing machine, cedar chest, collectibles, outdoor items, kitchenware, many puzzles, holiday decor, older lawn care items, antique/vintage wood storage drawers, fencing, and many more items. Very clean household.

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, September 6th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

*  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]

BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce.  We will have Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucamelons, Golden Beets, Eggplant, Italian Frying Peppers, Colorful Sweet Peppers, Jalapeno Peppers, Utri Hungarian Peppers, White and Yellow Onions, Carrots, Fennel, Celery, Soft neck Garlic.  We will also have pecks of canning tomatoes, paste tomatoes and 2 bites for drying.  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! 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! Weather Permitting!

DIXON DESIGNS will be there Friday September 6th. Will have beaded smartwatch bands for both Apple and Samsung.  Will still have earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings.  Now making fall, Halloween, thanksgiving and Christmas jewelry.  Check back each week will have new seasonal jewelry.

ME & MY BOYS SOAP plan on attending the market on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products that are made with milk from our herd of goats. We accept cash or card payments. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.

MIKE THOMPSON will be a vender this Friday at the Coudersport Farmers Market.   Bringing Cherry Tomatoes, and assorted other tomatoes, Hot Hungarian Peppers, Long Red Cayenne Peppers, Bell Peppers, APPLES Granny Smith and Macintosh.  FMNP checks accepted and Knife Sharpening while you wait or shop other venders

QUIET ACRES will be at market Friday Sept. 6th.  We will have our full line of Haldeman Mills products as well as our aprons, braided items and zig-zag rope items.  We accept cash as payment.