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July 2025
Shirley “Kay” Brownell REED, 88, of Coudersport, PA
Shirley “Kay” Brownell REED, 88, of Coudersport, PA, died Thursday, July 10, 2025 in her home. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 19, 2025 in North Eulalia Baptist Church, Coudersport, PA. Rev. Michael C. Reeves will officiate. Memorials may be made to Potter County Historical Society, P.O. Box 605, Coudersport, PA 16915. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Cindy I. PENWORTH, 57, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Eldred, PA.
Cindy I. PENWORTH, 57, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Eldred, died Wednesday, June 11, 2025. A gathering to celebrate Cindy’s life will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the small pavilion in Turtlepoint Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA 16743. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Bradley A. Carlson, AKA Bad Brad, 64, of Warren, PA
Bradley A. Carlson, AKA Bad Brad, 64, of Warren, PA, died on Wednesday July 16, 2025, in UPMC Hamot Hospital after a brief illness.
He was born in Warren, PA, on February 7, 1961, to the late Richard E. and Shirley H. Olson Carlson. Brad was a graduate of Warren Area High School Class of 1979. He worked for many years for Tally Well Services as a rig hand, then with Loranger Manufacturing, and retired from West Penn Oil.
Christmas House To Start Accepting Applications For Back To School Shoes
Though summer vacation is still with us, volunteers at Christmas House are preparing for one of our important missions – sending children back to school with new shoes. This project is made possible by the generous annual contribution of the N.D.H.P. Motorcycle Club and they presented a generous check to CH volunteer Charlene Smith last weekend.
Christmas House founder Alyce Reese, began this program as an outreach of the Christmas House more than 25 years ago. Only families who live in Potter County are eligible and the project is for children in preschool through grade 12.
We will begin taking applications for the school shoes on Tuesday, July 22. A parent or guardian will need to supply the ages, genders and shoe sizes of each eligible child in the family. Christmas House will be open on July 22, July 29 and August 5 between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to noon to accept applications. The telephone number is 814-274-0825. If we are not able to answer the phone, please leave a detailed message with your name and your telephone contact and we will return your call.
Deadline to order shoes is August 5. Shoes for those with confirmed orders will be available at Christmas House on Tuesday, August 19 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and noon in time for the start of school.
Christmas House is a non-profit organization piloted by volunteers and fueled by the generous support of individuals and organizations in Potter County and beyond. The First Presbyterian Church in Coudersport (402 N. Main Street) offers us space in their basement as our headquarters. Our entrance is on the north side of the building and is accessible by elevator if necessary.
Causer’s Office at Potter County Fair
Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will offer information about a variety of state programs and services during this year’s Potter County Fair.
“I encourage anyone with questions or concerns about state government to come by and see us at the fair, or simply stop by to say ‘hello,’” Causer said.
Causer’s table will be staffed in the evenings from Monday, July 28, through Friday, Aug. 1. The table will include state maps, as well as brochures and booklets on state programs and services.
People are also welcome to contact Causer’s full-time offices in Bradford (78 Main St., 1st floor; telephone 814-362-4400); Coudersport (279 Route 6 West, Office 2; telephone 814-274-9769); and Kane (54 N. Fraley St.; telephone 814-837-0880); or by going online at RepCauser.com or Facebook.com/RepCauser.
Potter County Farmers Market Friday, July 18th
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors AT OUR NEW LOCATION on the Courthouse grounds, at the corner and across the street from the square, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, July 18th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
* We’re back on our summer schedule of Friday markets, BUT AT OUR NEW LOCATION due to renovations on the square. We’ll be across the street from the square, along the sidewalk to the right of the courthouse entrance, and around the corner on East Street to the driveway.
* 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, 814-598-0649 netrabaker2@gmail.com]
MAHLON DAVENPORT says: SELECT from “one-of-a-kind” woodcraft items, made by 90 Yo craftsman with over 70 yrs experience, including bowls from PA woods, boxes, dry vases, cutting boards, charcuterie boards, hat racks, miniature deer, etc, priced $2 to $100. Cash and checks respectfully accepted. NOTE: write your name, my name, and July 18, 2025, on a piece pf paper, RECEIVE 20% discount on your purchase.
QUIET ACRES will be set up at the market on Friday, July 18th. We will have our full line of FRESH Haldeman Mills products from my brother’s mill in Lancaster County – 2 lb bags of shortcake/cobbler mix (for all your fresh berries), soft pretzel and funnel cake mixes, buckwheat and buttermilk pancake mixes, Brinser’s corn meal and GLUTEN FREE buckwheat and Teff (Ivory and dark) flours. Our handmade crafts include aprons, child and adult, with NFL, MLB as well as many other popular themes – sunflowers,nite sky, Penn State, roosters, etc. The upcycled items are bowls and trivets of many colors, sizes and shapes made from bed sheets. Rope is also used to make bowls, mug rugs, etc with various accents, including sports teams etc. Hope to see you there! We accept cash payments. QuietAcresPortAllegany@gmail.com
MIKE THOMPSON will be a vender this week at the Coudersport Farmers Market. Bringing Yellow Squash, Cucumbers, Zucchini, Leeks, and Carrots. Knife sharpening will be available while you wait or shop other venders. FMNP AND WIC check are accepted as well as cash
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at tge market this Friday with breads, sweet treats, jams from local fruits, energy bites and cookies. Registered with Pa. Depart.. Of Agriculture and Certified ServeSafe
C & V SOAPS AND CANDLES. We will be bringing Homemade Soaps and Candles.
BLUE MARBLE FARM will be hopefully at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce. We will have Romaine Lettuce, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Cucumbers, Salad Turnips, Snow Peas, Shell Garden Peas and more. We accept cash, checks, FMNP checks and credit cards. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
BLU IVY CREATIONS will be there. I will be bringing handmade crochet items, including towel sets, market bags, water bottles and holders, shawl, children’s purses as well as tutus and tulle dresses.
ALPACA CREATIONS will be a vender on Friday at the Potter County Farmers Market. We will have alpaca boot insoles, yarn, a large variety of sizes and designs of Alpaca socks. Also hand woven alpaca scarves, knit hats, mitts, neckwarmers, roving for spinning and a variety of other alpaca items. Credit card accepted .Pa preferred, Pa wilds Artisan Trail, PAOBA and juried https://alpacas75.wixsite.com/website
Margaret M. Carll, 90, of Coudersport, formerly of Oswayo,PA
Margaret M. Carll “beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister”
Margaret M. Carll, 90, of Coudersport, formerly of Oswayo, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born on Friday, August 24, 1934 in Scotch Hill, PA, she was a daughter of Harry A. and Clara S. Simpson Nulph. In 1960, she married Albert A. “Abbie” Carll, who passed away on July 26, 2011.Margaret was a graduate of Farmington High School in Leeper, PA, Class of 1952.
ARPA PA Arts & Culture Recovery Program
The PA Department of Community and Economic Development has provided the Elk County Council on the Arts (ECCOTA) with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). These funds are to ensure the stability and recovery of the Commonwealth’s arts and culture sector from the COVID-19 pandemic. The region in which these funds will be distributed encompasses Cameron, Elk, Forest, McKean and Potter counties.
The ARPA Pennsylvania Arts and Culture Recovery (PACR) Grant program for working artists awards a one-time $3,000 grant to artists and creative entrepreneurs who derived most of their pre-pandemic income from their artistic practice and experienced a significant pandemic-related disruption to their income. The arts are an integral component to the social, civic, economic wellbeing and vitality of our region and Commonwealth. The arts and culture sector has experienced significant economic setbacks from the COVID-19 pandemic. Across the spectrum of artistic and creative endeavors, restrictions on gatherings, cancellation of events, changes in consumer behavior have truly taken a toll on the Creative Sector in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The grant program is open now through May 2026 or until funds are depleted. Funding is first come first serve.
For more information, please go to our website at eccota.com or reach out to ECCOTA’s Creative Funding Coordinator, Kylee Mader at kylee@eccota.com
COUNTY DETECTIVE BUREAU K9 ATTENDS TRAINING
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer announces a training update on K9 Juxsyn. Juxsyn and K9 handler Kelly WERNER attended training at the Center for Forensic Training and Education in Dayton, Ohio on July 11th – 13th. Pictured is Juxsyn and Kelly at the training.
Joseph H. Kim, 83, of 146 Sugar Hill Road, St. Marys, PA.
Joseph H. Kim, 83, of 146 Sugar Hill Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Friday, July 11, 2025 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
He was born August 23, 1941, in St. Marys, son of the late Joseph H. and Beatrice Gregory Kim. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1959. Joe spent time in a monastery in Niagara Falls, Canada considering joining the Carmelite Brotherhood. Upon returning to the St. Marys area in the early 1960’s, Joe worked at B&R Electric, the borough of St. Marys Police Department, U.S. Army Reserve Btry C 4/8th where he reached the rank of First Sergeant, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Deposit Bank, Knights of Columbus Insurance, the Sugar Hill Dairy Farm, and Queen of the World finance office. He was a member of the Queen of the World Church and served in the US. Army Reserves for 14 years.
Bradley A. Carlson, 64, of Warren, PA
Bradley A. Carlson
Bradley A. Carlson, 64, of Warren, PA, died on Wednesday July 16, 2025, in UPMC Hamot Hospital, Erie, PA. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
A complete obituary will be published when it’s available.
One Week Away BRMC Auxiliary Blueberry Festival
The Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) Auxiliary is excited to announce the return of a new summer favorite, the 2nd Annual Blueberry Festival, taking place on Friday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the main lobby of BRMC.
To Fill A Backpack Tentative Distribution Schedule Copy
This is the tentative schedule for backpack distribution this year. We may be adding more pickup locations but the distribution locations, dates and times should not change.
If you are not able to make it to pick up your backpacks, please have a friend or family member pick them up. We will only be at the distribution locations one time.
To Fill A Backpack
Andy Kulp
Learned Helplessness
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Learned helplessness describes individuals who believe they cannot achieve their goals. It often comes with low self-esteem, depression, and passiveness. Usually, people with this mindset undermine themselves before they even try, guaranteeing failure from the start.
Jesus asked the man lying at the Pool of Bethesda, who had been sick for 38 years, if he wanted to be well. The man responded that he didn’t have anyone to put him in the water when the waters were stirred. Instead of answering the question, he explained why he couldn’t get well. He had learned to be helpless.
I recently talked with a young man who described the vicious cycle of his life and how he wants to break free from it. During our conversation, I offered him different ideas and solutions to get started. Each time, he had an excuse for why it wouldn’t work or why he couldn’t do it. Finally, I suggested he seek counseling in his area. I hope he follows through.
The problem is that if we think we can’t, we won’t. We condemn ourselves before we even begin. Sometimes worry does this to us when we fret and rehearse an outcome that never happens. Or when we sit by the phone waiting for a call that never comes. Many things keep us in bondage. They also keep us stuck in the same rut day after day. There’s another problem we often overlook. Remember the question Jesus asked the man? What would happen if he were healed? He’d have to carry his cot; he wouldn’t be able to rely on others to take him around; he’d need to get a job and support himself; and the list goes on. You see, if we’re going to get well, our lifestyle must change. Sometimes, people become used to their situation, making it hard to change. Remember, any goal without a plan is just a dream.
If you feel stuck and can’t see a way out, remember that where you are might just be the result of your own choices. Think about it.
This Is An Important Message From NY Alert
HEADLINE: Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 9:05PM EDT until July 16 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: FFWBGM
The National Weather Service in Binghamton has extended the
* Flash Flood Warning for…
South Central Steuben County in central New York…
* Until 1100 PM EDT.
* At 905 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms
producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2.5 and 3.5
inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to
1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already
occurring.
HAZARD…Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms
producing flash flooding.
SOURCE…Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT…Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include…
mainly rural areas of South Central Steuben County
INSTRUCTIONS: Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
PennDOT – District 2 News
PennDOT to Close Route 22 Westbound On-Ramp in Lewistown
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced plans to close the on-ramp to Route 22 westbound accessible via Route 522 (Walnut Street) in Lewistown Borough on Monday, July 21. This project will improve ride quality, drainage, and extend the service life of the ramp.
This Is An Important Message From NY Alert
Crash on I-86 westbound West Lamoka Avenue; NY 226 (Bath) 1 Right lane and shoulder of 2 lanes closed Tractor Trailer rollover I86 WB T/ Bath near Exit 40, Driving lane closed
Visit 511NY.org for more information
Mary Elizabeth Lord, July 11, 2025
July 11, 2025 our Angel passed on to a better life. Mary Elizabeth Lord was born on May 10, 1986 at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport, PA. She was the daughter of the late William Edward Lord and is survived by her mother, Patricia Young Lord. She is of Christian faith. Mary’s dearest relative is Uncle Robert (Sharon) Young, and Uncle John Young. Cousins: Corrie Young Wells (John) and beautiful Ashley Wells; Jay & Bobby (Liz) Young. Mary had several foster siblings. She was closest to Winnie (she thought of her as a daughter), Belinda, and Jason. Gabriela, her exchange student from Brazil was a daughter to her, too. Juanma, a young man from Argentina, visited with our family during his year in the states. Her heart had a special place for him. Mary’s cherished fur babies, Chloe and Abbey, were a central part of her life.
Mary attended Smethport Area School District until finishing her Junior year of high school. Mary then went to Paris, France through the Rotary Exchange Student Program. Upon returning to the USA she attended the Mars Area School District, Mars, PA. The Mars School District permitted her to graduate in a half year by also attending BC3.
Mary attended LaRoche College for her undergraduate studies and degree. She attended the University of Pittsburgh and received her Master Degree in the GSPIA Program.
Mary was employed by Rupp/Fiore Insurance Agency. She also worked at the Mars Foodland for Donna Miller. Mary loved Donna so—she always referred to Donna as “Grumpy”.
Mary was a volunteer her whole life. As a child and teen she helped at the McKean County Fair and Norwich Volunteer Fire Department. She traveled to fairs with Jean Ann Dean tending to cattle, pigs, and sheep. She also traveled with Ron and June Arner helping with concessions. Mary was passionate about service. Her dedication to Rotary is felt around the world. She was the President of the Rich-Mar Rotary Club. Fellow Rotarians, Beth and Michelle, became an integral part of her life with their overwhelming support and friendship. She was the lead for the Inbound Youth Exchange Program in our district #7280. Mary supported our local community by helping at Mars Applefest, Mars Home for Youth, PARC Picnic and Night at the Races.
One more note. Mary is the world’s biggest baseball fan. Growing up in northern Pennsylvania we did not have access to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Our baseball was TBS- “The Atlanta Braves”. Chipper Jones was her favorite player. Mary knew more about baseball than many people. Mary was at Bradenton, FL watching the Pirates at spring training. Because of her knowledge of baseball she was asked if she was a scout! Mary has gone to all the major league fields but seven.
Mary has many great friends who have been through her cancer journey with her. Our house has a revolving door, friends coming and going every day. We can never thank them enough. To honor Mary, in lieu of flowers please send contributions to:
Patty Meehan, District 7280 Treasuerer 171 Woods Road Greenville, PA. 16125 (Memo line: Rotary District 7280 Youth Exchange) or you can send money through Venmo to: MaryLordDonationFund which (Also goes to the Youth Exchange Program)
A Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held on Saturday July 19,2025 at 11:00 A.M. at the Mars United Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the McDonald-Aeberli Funeral Home Inc. 238 Crowe Ave. Mars,PA 16046 and condolences are available at www.mcdonald-aeberli.com
Harvey E. Stebbins, 81, of Stannards, NY
Harvey E. STEBBINS, 81, of Stannards, NY, died Saturday, July 12, 2025 in his home. Born February 2, 1944, in Mills, PA, he was the son of Leland H. and Ethel M. Downey Stebbins. On December 7, 1962, in Whitesville, he married Susan A. Schrader, who survives.
Wellsboro Comic Con Returns And It’s FREE!
Wellsboro, PA. August 9, 2025: The Wellsboro Comic Con returns! This celebration of the arts is once again a FREE town festival from 10am to 6pm. Activities can be found at The Deane Center for the Performing Arts, The Warehouse Theatre, Central Avenue, and at businesses throughout town.
This Is A Important Message From NY Alert
HEADLINE: Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 7:33PM EDT until July 16 at 9:30PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: FFWBGM
The National Weather Service in Binghamton has extended the
* Flash Flood Warning for…
South Central Steuben County in central New York…
* Until 930 PM EDT.
* At 733 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of
rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Radar.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as
other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include…
mainly rural areas of South Central Steuben County
INSTRUCTIONS: Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
Severe Watches and Warnings for Roulette
The National Weather Service in State College has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for…
Northwestern Potter County in north central Pennsylvania…
* Until 900 PM EDT.
* At 703 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain
have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1.5 inches are
possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected
to begin shortly.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Radar.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as
other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include…
Coudersport, Shinglehouse, Genesee and Oswayo.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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