Northern Potter School District Is Hiring Multiple Positions
December 2024
PennDOT Names Winners of Paint the Plow Contest in District 2
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is pleased to announce the District 2 winners of the Paint the Plow safety outreach contest.
Paint the Plow is a statewide outreach aimed at promoting winter driving safety and fostering appreciation for high school art programs and student creativity. Students are invited to paint a plow blade with an original design based on a provided theme. This year’s theme was “Use your reason when it’s freezin’.”
Galeton Area School of Potter County won the “Fan Favorite” award, which was determined by online voting through www.penndot.pa.gov/PaintthePlow.
Members of the public were invited to vote for their favorite plow from seven area high schools that entered in this year’s regional contest. Votes were accepted from December 9, through December 15, 2024. Galeton School received 348 votes to win the 2024-25 “Fan Favorite” honor.
The winner of the “Judges’ Pick” award was Elk County Catholic High School, which was determined through judging by PennDOT representatives.
During the winter weather season, the painted blades are used to maintain state-owned roadways.
Statewide, 76 schools participated in Paint the Plow and over 21,000 votes were cast. Photos of all the plows can be viewed on PennDOT’s Paint the Plow website.
Additionally, PennDOT reminds motorists to give plow trucks on the road plenty of space, staying at least six car lengths behind. There may be blind spots where it is difficult for the plow operator to see the smaller vehicle. Never try to pass or get between several trucks plowing side by side in a “plow train,” and keep your lights on to help the operator better see your vehicle.
Roulette Twp. Recycling Hours
GOOD NEWS for Roulette Township Residents. Alan is back and the recycle hours are back to Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. The hours starting this Friday, December 20, 2024.
One Vehicle Accident In Eulalia Twp.
On December 18, at 7:46 pm Coudersport Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 990 Rt 6 West in Eulalia Twp. for a one vehicle crash and possible confinement.Update all patients are self extricated
Coudersport Ambulance To Dwight St.
On December 18, at 7:17 pm Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Dright St. For a possible dislocation of the knee
Vehicle Fire In Clara Twp
On December 18, at 6:37 pm Clymer Twp. Fire Dept. was dispatched for a pickup truck on fire with no exposures on 411 Lake Drive Rd.
Motor Vehicle Accident On Rt. 15
On December 18, at 6:07 pm Blossburg and Mansfield were dispatched to a one vehicle crash on Rt. 15 southbound vehicle is off the roadway with unknown injuries
George R. Bauer, 93, a resident of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of S. Michael Road, St. Marys, PA
George R. Bauer, 93, a resident of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of S. Michael Road, St. Marys, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, following a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
He was born on March 12, 1931 in St. Marys, a son of the late Norman and Hilda Pontzer Bauer.
On October 15, 1955, at Queen of the World Church, he married the love of his life, Dolores F. “Dolly” Feiley Bauer, who preceded him in death on January 20, 2014. After seeing Dolly walking down the street many years ago, he exclaimed that he was going to marry her. He did just that, and together their love endured more than 58 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
George was a lifelong member of Queen of the World Church. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and then retired from Keystone after many years of service. He will be remembered for his mechanical abilities, always having the ability to fix anything. When he wasn’t tinkering in his garage, he enjoyed fishing and tending to his flowers. A man of strong faith, George had a quiet calm about him, and was the true definition of a gentleman with his warm demeanor, kind smile, and gentle spirit. He cherished his family and was immensely proud of each one, and loved nothing more than spending time with them.
Mary Lou Fragale, 67, of Emporium, PA
Mary Lou Fragale, 67, of Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Tuesday morning (December 17, 2024) following a lengthy illness. She was born September 7, 1957 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Michael V. and Jennie Costanzo Fragale.
Mary Lou graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 1975. She graduated from Penn State University in 1979, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. While in her last year of college she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the young age of 24. Mary Lou’s story is one of resilience, perseverance, and a deep sense of community. She thrived during her time at Penn State University, where she not only earned her degree but also forged lasting friendships and developed a lifelong loyalty to the Nittany Lions.
Mary E. Mattivi, 55, of Glen Hazel Road, St. Marys, PA
Mary E. Mattivi, 55, of Glen Hazel Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with her family by her side Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Barbara B. Kirby, 79, of Coudersport, PA.
Barbara B. Kirby, 79, of Coudersport, passed from this life peacefully on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
She was born April 24, 1945 in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of Anthony and Frances (Miller) Buto. She attended Lourdes Academy and then St. Bonaventure University where she obtained her Bachelor’s in Education. On August 3, 1968, she married Donald N. Kirby, Jr. and relocated to Coudersport. She taught English at the Coudersport Area Jr. – Sr. High School for over 30 years. One of her greatest senses of accomplishment was helping her students learn.
Michael M. Davies, 58, of Morianna Avenue, Bradford, PA.
Michael M. Davies, 58, of Morianna Avenue, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Pittsburgh.
Born December 27, 1965, in Warren, he was a son of the late Donald and Paula Karen (Conklin) Davies. He was a 1985 graduate of Smethport High School.
On July 18, 1985, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was Honorably discharged on July 17, 1989. He continued to serve in the Navy Reserves until November 26, 1992.
On July 21, 1995, in Hinsdale, NY, he married Cindy (Best) Davies who survives.