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The Potter-Tioga Maple weekend is celebrating their 21st year of hosting the art of maple syrup creation. There are 17 participating farms and educational experiences throughout the two counties on March 15 and 16 from 10 AM - 4 PM. Photo by Andy Lychalk, Jr.
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Elk County– Karin Stong, Toni Harlan, Jesse DeWald, and Casey Cousins from Hamlin Bank and Trust Company presented a generous donation to the St. Marys Area United Way. Founded in 1863, Hamlin Bank is a state-chartered commercial bank that provides a wide range of financial and trust services. The bank’s new location is situated on Brusselles Street in downtown St. Marys, PA.
Accepting the donation on behalf of the St. Marys Area United Way were Jim Ryan, President; Doug Bauer, Vice President; and Doug Gaffey, Corporate Campaign Chair, who stood alongside Jesse DeWald to hold the check.
Hamlin Bank’s contribution, along with other generous donations from local businesses and individuals, played a crucial role in helping the St. Marys Area United Way reach its fundraising goal for the 2024 campaign. The St. Marys Area United Way relies heavily on the support of the community to fund local nonprofit organizations that address the health and human welfare needs of the region.
The United Way’s agency reviews will take place on January 16th and 17th, and the United Way board will convene on January 30th to make recommendations and approve grant awards. All grant award recipients will be notified the first week of February.
Due to the severity of the winter storm, PennDOT is temporarily reducing the speed limit on a portion of Interstate 80 in north central Pennsylvania.
PennDOT is urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel but those who must head out will see speeds reduced to 45 mph on the following highways:
Interstate 80 between the Clinton County Rest Area near mile marker 194 in Clinton County and Exit 212 (Interstate 180) in Northumberland County
On roadways with speed restrictions, commercial vehicles not affected by restrictions on these or other roadways must move to the right lane.
Although PennDOT crews have been treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow. PennDOT will continue to treat roadways throughout the storm until precipitation stops and roads are clear.
Timothy R. Helsley, 63 of Smethport, Pa., unexpectedly took the Stairway To Heaven on Monday December 30th, 2024, to be with his father.
Born in Pittsburgh, Pa. On February 18, 1961, he was the son of Barbara Helsley-Munson, and the late William C. Helsley Jr. Tim was a 1979 graduate of the Oil City Senior High School in Oil City, Pa., and went on to earn his welding certification from the Lincoln Welding School in Cleveland, Ohio. He held various positions utilizing his welding skills, but ultimately found himself enjoying what would be a lengthy career in management with Culligan Water Conditioning, spanning well over 20 years. His career took him from Oil City to Ocala, FL., then back to Oil City, and eventually to Elmira, NY., earning a number of awards during his career.
After some life changes, he made the move back to the place he always loved, Smethport, In 2014. He acquired his CDL after moving to Smethport, and drove truck in the oil & gas, and powdered metal industries before retiring in 2023. He loved his family, and was very proud of his nieces and nephew’s life accomplishments. He had a passion for camping, hunting & fishing, fishing being the biggest. He fished many lakes, rivers and streams in the Northeast, as well as the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Pacific Ocean, Gulf of California and Alaska. He was a member of the Crosby Legion, and a former member of Trout Unlimited, The Ruffed Grouse Society and the Clermont Rod & Gun Club. He enjoyed taking Ace to play in the “crick” on Red Mill Brook, and enjoy a nice fire & a beer while Ace & Belle would play.
Sally J. Wilson, 67, of 133 Edgewood Road, St. Marys, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at her residence, after a lengthy illness.
Sally was born on December 24, 1957, the daughter of Bob and Doris (Erich) Fritz of Poplar Road. On September 29, 1977, in St. Benedict’s Church in Daguscahonda, she married Steve Wilson, the love of her life, who survives. They have been married 47 years.
Judith Marie Barnhart Wilson, 85, of Warren, Pa, died on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, in her home.
She was born July 23, 1939, in Warren, Pa, the daughter of the late Donald Betts Barnhart and Gladys Banks Barnhart. She married Dennis Allen Wilson on October 13,1960, in St. Callistus Church in Kane, Pa, and he passed on August 30, 2010.
Carl Joseph Luppino, 88, of Warren, PA died suddenly on January 2, 2025, after suffering a heart attack. He bravely battled Parkinson’s Disease for several years.
Carl was born as Carmelo Giuseppe Luppino on November 7, 1936, in Tionesta, PA to the late Nicola and Concetta Leuzzi Luppino. Carl graduated from Franklin High School in 1954, and then served in the U.S. Navy for three years.
Thomas R. Peterson, 88, of North Warren, PA, went to be with our Lord on Thursday December 26, 2024, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House, after an extended illness.
Tom was born on July 19, 1936, in Nansen, McKean County, PA, the son of the late Oscar R. and Mary E. Weaver Peterson. He was a Warren County resident for the last 65 years. After moving to North Warren, Tom began his employment career with the Warren Water Company which eventually became the Pennsylvania American Water Company a subsidiary of the American Water System. After 41 years he retired as Warren and Kane’s facility manager.
Two Pennsylvania College of Technology basketball players joined the ranks of the program elite this past week.
Men’s Basketball
In UE road play on Thursday, facing a foe that held a 12-4 advantage in the teams’ series, the Wildcats used a big second half to turn back Penn State Abington 80-61. Leading the winners with double-doubles were Livingston Cross of Union, New Jersey, with 30 points and 11 rebounds — giving him 500 rebounds for his career — and Gavin Barrett of Roselle, New Jersey, with 18 points and 15 rebounds. Penn College’s 3-0 UE start is its best in conference play during the NCAA era (since 2014).
Larry J. KAHLE, 82, of Eldred, PA, died Friday, January 3, 2025 in his home. Born June 22, 1942, in Olean, NY, he was the son of Thomas Jacob and Frances Higley Kahle.
Belmont, NY – When the Allegany County Democrats gather for their monthly “Coffee with Democrats” on Saturday, January 11th in Angelica, they’ll be collecting non-perishable food and personal care items to be donated to the Blessing Box pantry sponsored by Angelica’s Methodist Church.
The Shinglehouse Police Department is investigating a theft that took place on Thursday January 2, 2025 at the Kwik Fill. If anyone knows this individual please send us a message or call 814-697-6206. Thank you!
Ellis S. Pringle of 3rd Ave passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, following an illness.
Ellis was born on July 28, 1965, in Brooklyn and was the son of Mary Ann Pringle.
Ellis enjoyed life and being able to inspire people. He was always willing to help anyone. He was very giving and proud of all of his children and always giving back to the community.
Williamsport, Pa., January 3, 2025 – UPMC Williamsport recently celebrated its 5,000th surgery using da Vinci Surgical System, a soft tissue robot for minimally invasive procedures for services including; gynecology, urology, general and acute care surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, orthopaedics, and pulmonology. Robotics systems like da Vinci enhance a surgeon’s ability to perform complex procedures with improved visualization and dexterity and because they’re minimally invasive, are less traumatic on the patient helping reduce recovery time, scarring, and surgical site pain.
The da Vinci System, which came to UPMC Williamsport in 2011, is one of three robotic surgery systems offered at UPMC Williamsport, including Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy for lung biopsy and VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution for total knee replacement.
The Elk County Council on the Arts would like to invite the public to this year’s regional Poetry Out Loud competition taking place January 30, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the PA Wilds Media Lab in Kane.
A partnership of the National Endowment for the Arts, Poetry Foundation, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, and the Elk County Council on the Arts, Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high school students across the country.
Bradford, PA — The United Way of the Bradford Area is currently accepting applications for the first quarter of Quarterly Impact funding for 2025. Deadline to apply is February 3, 2025 with fund distribution set for March 3, 2025 to award recipients.
Mom, dad, and UPMC in North Central Pa.’s first baby of 2025, Theodore.
UPMC in North Central Pa.’s first baby of 2025, Theodore.
Williamsport, Pa., January 2, 2025 – UPMC in North Central Pa. has welcomed its first baby of the new year. Born at 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2025, at The Birthplace of UPMC Williamsport, Theodore entered the world weighing 9 lbs. 1 oz. and measuring 22 inches.
The proud parents, Jessica Kozlowski and Nicholas Dalessandro, D.O., and big brother, Niccolo, of Williamsport are overjoyed to welcome the newest addition to their family.
To learn more about UPMC Magee-Womens services in North Central Pennsylvania, go to UPMC.com/WomensHealthNCPA.
Gertrude Hawk Candy Bar Sale: The library is selling Gertrude Hawk candy bars in various flavors. Stop at the library or Sprout’s Drug Store and get some today!
Little Caesars Fundraiser: The library will have another Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraiser from Tuesday, January 14th – Thursday, February 13th just in time for the Superbowl! Place orders online and have the kits delivered right to your door, or order a meal kit and pick it up at a local Little Caesars! Watch our website and Facebook page for more information at the start of the fundraiser.
Teens’ Night: Please join us on Tuesday, January 7th at 5:30 pm to socialize and play games! Bring your favorite board games, card games, and your friends. This program is for ages 12-18.
Diamond Art Class: Join us at the library on Saturday, January 18th at 1:00 pm for a Diamond Art Class! You will decorate and take home a compact mirror in this class. All supplies are provided, and limited seating is available! Please call or stop by the library to sign up! 814-697-6691.
Homeschool Hangout: On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, we will have a Homeschool Hangout starting at 1:00 pm. Our goal for this program is to give homeschool families in the area a chance to get together to see what other families are learning, incorporate the library into some of those lessons, and have fun. The dates for this month are January 15th.
Trivia Night: Please join us on Tuesday, January 21st at 5:30 pm for a fun night of trivia! This program is for ages 18 and up.
Daycare Story Hour: The library will have a story hour on Friday mornings starting at 10:00 am for any children aged 3-5. Please call or stop in at the library if you plan on attending so we can plan accordingly for a craft/game after the story.
The Book Discussion Group meets at the library on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 10:30 am. The date for this month is January 9th. All are invited to participate. Books are provided by the Potter-Tioga Library System.
Stitch Together: Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, needlework, and chatting while you work? (Or chatting and not getting much of your project done?) Join us at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays starting at 1:30 pm. The dates for this month are Saturday, the 25th, and Thursday the 2nd, 16th, and 30th.
Website: You can search the card catalog by visiting our website at ovmlibrary.org. You can also log into your account and renew the books you have out or put a book on reserve. Board of Directors Meeting: The monthly board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm. The date for this month is Wednesday, January 22nd at 1:00 pm. The public is encouraged to attend.
Board of Directors Meeting: The monthly board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm. The date for this month is Wednesday, January 22nd at 1:00 pm. The public is encouraged to attend.
Lane Restrictions on Chestnut Street in Mifflinburg, Union Co. Wednesday Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a contractor will be installing gutters on a property along Chestnut Street (Route 45) between Fifth and Sixth Streets in Mifflinburg Borough, Union County next week.
