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OLEAN, N.Y., August 5 – Four Franklinville/Ten Broeck Academy graduates recently received scholarship awards administered by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Catherine McAuley and Gabriela Chesebro received the Rebekah Love Family Scholarship for $500 each.
The Rebekah Love Family Scholarship was established anonymously in honor of the donor’s former kindergarten teacher, Rebekah Love.
MoreClearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is inviting high school students in the Central Pennsylvania region to participate in the annual Paint the Plow program. The program challenges youth to paint an original mural on a PennDOT snowplow blade, while incorporating a designated statewide safety theme, to promote winter driving safety and foster appreciation for school art programs and student creativity.
The designated 2024 theme, “Use your reason when it’s freezin’”, was chosen to remind motorists to use caution when driving in the winter months, and to practice safe behavior while driving, including avoiding distractions, impairment, and aggressive driving, and to always wear a seat belt.
The Paint the Plow program first started in Pennsylvania in 2015 and has expanded to most counties across the state. In the District 2 region, high school students from nine counties are invited to participate.
Students in public and private high schools are welcome to participate and must have their school officials complete and return an application to the regional PennDOT coordinator in District 2, Steve Harmic, at sharmic@pa.gov or 70 PennDOT Drive, Clearfield PA, 16830.
Plow delivery and pick-up dates vary by county.
Additional information on the program, including the guidelines for participation and photos of past plows, can be found online at www.penndot.pa.gov/PaintthePlow or obtained from the local contact.
Motorists are encouraged to “Know Before They Go” by checking conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
Subscribe to PennDOT news in Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter counties at www.penndot.gov/District2.
Pipe Replacement Project Starts Next Week on Holden Brook Road in Osceola Township, Tioga County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a pipe replacement project begins next week on Holden Brook Road (Route 4017) in Osceola Township, Tioga County.
On Monday, August 12, 2024 through Tuesday, August 13, 2024, Holden Brook Road will be closed between Hammond Street (Route 4019) and Seeley Hill Road, while a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew begins work on the pipe replacement project.
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024 through Friday, August 16, 2024, Holden Brook Road will be closed during daylight hours between Hammond Street and Seeley Hill Road, while crews continue work on the pipe replacement. Work will take place during daylight hours.
A detour using Hammond Street, Camp Brook Road (Route 4019), New York State Route 127, Herrington Road, Wells Road, Norway Ridge Road, Seely Hill Road, and Holden Brook Road, will be in place.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following local accounts on X.
Subscribe to PennDOT news and traffic alerts in Tioga, Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Union, Snyder, Northumberland, Montour and Columbia counties at www.penndot.pa.gov/District3.
Information about infrastructure in District 3 including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.gov/D3Results. Find PennDOT’s planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.
Find PennDOT news on X, Facebook and Instagram.
MEDIA CONTACT: Maggie Baker, 570-368-4202 or magbaker@pa.gov
Allegany County will host its 23rd Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, September 7, 2024.
MoreThe first COTS for the month of August featured the music of RSVP with Joel Anderson. The concert was held at the Gethsemane Lutheran Church Education Unit due to the threat of inclement weather. Whether rain or shine, members of the Port Allegany Women’s Club are on hand grilling up hot dogs and selling baked goods. On the schedule for August 8th is Dan Roche. The concert will be held on the side lawn of St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church or inside Gethsemane Lutheran Church Educational Unit in case of rain. Pictured are members of RSVP. Also pictured are Joel Anderson and J. T. Madison.
Opening this Thursday evening at 7:30pm at the Warehouse Theatre in Wellsboro, Puffs has been rehearsing since mid-June under the guidance of director Cody Losinger to present this hysterical twist on the well-known Potter series. The cast is made up of both seasoned young performers and some who are brand new to the stage.
As director, Losinger brings experience as both a performer and director, having graduated from Lycoming College with a degree in both theater performance and music. He has been seen in many Hamilton-Gibson productions and at other venues since childhood, and continues to write, perform and direct for theater and film. He is now heading up this main stage production at HG to celebrate the Comic Con weekend in Wellsboro.
MoreThe Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced a bridge replacement project on Route 1010 (Genesee Mills Road) in Bingham Township, Potter County, which will begin on Monday, August 12. Replacing the bridge deck, which carries 228 vehicles daily on average, will improve the structure’s overall condition rating from fair to good.
Beginning August 12, a detour will be in place around the bridge, which spans Mundy Creek on Genesee Mills Road. The detour will utilize Route 1010, Route 1013 (Hickox/Ulysses Road), and Route 1011 (Bingham Centre Road).
Potter County Maintenance will complete this work, which includes replacing the bridge deck to improve safety and ride quality. PennDOT anticipates completion in early September.
All nonprofit organizations, municipalities, schools and churches are encouraged to apply for grant funding for any new project, or to enhance an existing project that benefits the public in Elk County. Women Who Care, a project of the Elk County Community Foundation, will award approximately $45,000 in grants at their annual meeting in October.
Grant applications are available on the Foundation website at www.elkcountyfoundation.org, with a submission deadline of August 15. For questions or guidance in filling out the grant application contact the Elk County Community Foundation at 814-834-2125.
The Elk County Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies, is dedicated to improving the lives of people in our geographic area by working with philanthropic donors to help them meet their charitable goals.
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College was recently named one of 77 school entities awarded a shared sum of 1.4 million dollars by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his administration formally announced the grant recipients last month, hoping to guide more professionals into special education teacher certification degrees across Pennsylvania.
The $20,000.00 dollars the College received will be allocated to support high school career and technical education (CTE) students, as well as current Child Development Associate (CDA) students or credential completers to become more familiar with the field of special education. The first Developing Future Special Educators cohort at the institution is set to begin their studies at the start of the spring 2025 academic term.
Statement Regarding the Loss of Charles “Chuck” Jessup
Allegany County mourns the loss of former Legislator Charles “Chuck” Jessup and wishes to express sincere condolences to the family and friends of Chuck. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Chuck’s wife Linda and the Jessup family.
Earlier this year, Allegany County adopted a resolution recognizing and thanking Mr. Jessup for his extraordinary contributions to the betterment of Allegany County.
MoreCory J. ECK, 41, of Wellsville, NY, died Thursday, August 1, 2024 in his home.
Born February 24, 1983, in Olean, he was the son of Michael T. and Barbara A. Bellamy Eck. A graduate of Scio High School, he was employed by Michael A. Roeske, Land Surveyor.
He also detailed cars and did yard work. Cory enjoyed riding four-wheelers and dirt bikes.
Surviving are: a son, Lennox; two siblings, Christina (Anson) Beckwith of Bolivar and Clayton (Beth) Eck of Wellsville; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents.
Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 6:00 PM. Rev. Carl Kemp will officiate.
Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery, Scio. Cremation was at Olney-Foust Private Crematory. Memorials may be made to ACASA, 3084 Trapping Brook Road, Wellsville, NY 14895 or SPCA serving Allegany County, P.O. Box 181, Belmont, NY 14813.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
UPMC Expert: Partner Support Essential for Breastfeeding
Natalie McCullen, RN, BSN
International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant
The Birthplace, UPMC Williamsport
The pride, joy, and delight felt in welcoming a newborn into the family is likely mixed with fear and nervousness. After all, your new roles as parents will last for decades to come.
Breastfeeding is often thought of as a gift between birth parent and baby. Not only does it provide bonding time, but the health benefits are undeniable. However, breastfeeding is really a family affair.
MoreThe Port Allegany Rotary Club welcomed Borough Manager, Jeremy Morey, at their regular weekly meeting held Thursday at the Moose Lodge. Morey gave the club an update on the Town Square project and invited the club to participate in the Grand Opening Ceremony to be held August 22nd at 5 p.m. on the Square. The original Gazebo was a gift from the Rotary Club to the Borough and was dedicated on August 22nd, 28 years ago. There will be a short ribbon cutting ceremony followed by live music in the Gazebo.
MoreJames L. Ludwig “Celebration of life slated”
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for James L. “Jim” Ludwig, 89, a longtime resident of Keating Summit, at 2pm on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the family homestead, 2689 Route 607, Keating Summit (Austin). The Rev. Todd Lamer, pastor of Keating Summit Church, will officiate. A luncheon will immediately follow at the Keating Summit Methodist Church.
Jim passed away on July 17, 2024.
Jim’s family entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
Richard D. Barber, 63, of Roulette, passed away Thursday (August 1, 2024) at UPMC Williamsport.
He was born December 4, 1960 in Port Allegany, the son of Maynard and Joyce (Schoonover) Barber. On September 14, 2019, in Keating Summit, PA, he married Tina M. Reisinger, who survives.
Mr. Barber was a graduate of Port Allegany High School Class of 1979 and was employed at several locations over the years. His last employement was at Potter Pak in Roulette.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing darts.
In addition to his wife, Tina, he is survived by:
Four sons: Brandon Barber of Smethport, Zachary Barber of Crosby, DeWayne (Michele) Moore of Mechanicsville, NY, and Cody (Teri) Reisinger of Austin
One granddaughter: Braelie Moore
MoreGeorge D. Lavella, 91, of Fairview Road, Kersey, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at Pinecrest Manor.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Krise Funeral Home, Kersey.
Ann D. Longo, 77, of Bradford, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at the Bradford Manor.
She was born on June 23, 1947 in Bradford; the daughter of the late Alfred and Dorothy Doughman Ekas.
She was a 1965 graduate of the Bradford Senior High School. She was also a 1969 graduate of the Lockhaven State College; where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in elementary education.
On June 21, 1969 in the St. Bernard Catholic Church; she married Victor A. Longo who preceded her in death on November 14, 2019.
MoreOn August 5, at 4:50 pm Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Mapleview Ln. for difficulty breathing
Joseph A. “Joe” “Patsy” Scida, 99, of Powers Avenue, Johnsonburg, passed away Sunday evening, August 4, 2024, at Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys, following a lengthy illness.
He was born in Johnsonburg on January 1, 1925, a son to the late Vincenzo “Jim” and Adeline Papa Scida. On August 7, 1946, in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, he married Kathleen M. “Kay” Hocking, and she survives.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Joe was a 1943 graduate of Johnsonburg High School, a member of Holy Rosary Church, VFW, American Legion post 501 and had been a past member of East End Hose Co. and the Prince of Piedmont Club. He loved spending time with is family and grandchildren, tending to his gardens, fishing, canning and enjoying his wine and Italian meats.
Joe was a WWII Navy Vet serving as a LCVP driver at Omaha Beach, transporting soldiers from the 1st Infantry Division of the Us Army or “The Big Red One”, making multiple trips from the LST ship to shore before he was wounded aboard his boat. After he was wounded, healed and rehabilitated, he remained in the Navy in the European Theater until his discharge in 1946.
MoreCory J. ECK, 41, of Wellsville, NY, died Thursday, August 1, 2024 in his home.
Born February 24, 1983, in Olean, he was the son of Michael T. and Barbara A. Bellamy Eck. A graduate of Scio High School, he was employed by Michael A. Roeske, Land Surveyor. He also detailed cars and did yard work. Cory enjoyed riding four-wheelers and dirt bikes.
MoreKimberley A. Hoak “Celebration of Life slated”
COUDERSPORT, PA—Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Kimberley A. “Kim” Hoak, 69, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, from 1pm to 4pm on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at the Coudersport American Legion Post 192, Buffalo Street, Coudersport.
Kim passed away on June 30, 2024.
Kim’s family entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
On August 5, at 4:37 pm Coudersport Fire Dept. was dispatched to Carley Rd. for a tree down blocking the roadway
Diane L. Glintz, of 79 Kincaid St., passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo following a brief illness.
Born March 1945, she was the daughter of Herbert H. and Velma (Smith) Rhoades of Bolivar who preceded her in death in 1986 and 2005 respectively.
Diane married Richard “Pete” Glintz in August 1969. Pete preceded Diane in death in February of 2005. Diane is survived by two sons, Michael Glintz of Morristown, NJ, and Steven Glintz of Alexandria, VA, and a sister, Janice Rhoades of Spencerport, NY.
MoreBruce E. DeWalt, 69, of Bradford and winter resident of Kissimmee, FL passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at his home surrounded by family.
Born February 26, 1955, in Spring Valley, IL, he was a son of the late Merlin and Dorothy (Landers) DeWalt. His family relocated to Phoenix AZ when Bruce was very young. He attended schools in Arizona.
On May 9, 1987, he married his wife Diane at Encanto Park in Phoenix.
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