2025

Penn College women boast 2-0 week

The Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team put together a perfect 2-0 week with the regular season nearing its end.

Women’s Basketball

After losses in its previous three games, Penn College got back on the winning track Wednesday with a 47-42 home United East win against Keystone College. Gigi Parlante of Williamsport paced the offense with 16 points.

At Penn State Brandywine on Saturday, the Wildcats won 86-66 and in doing so posted their first 10-win season in conference play since 2015. Their 13 overall wins also are the most since that same season. Parlante recorded her 14th double-double with 23 points and 15 rebounds and Lexi Troup of Huntingdon led four others scoring in double digits with 15 points.

UE standings through Sunday: St. Mary’s (Md.) 13-1, Penn State Abington 12-2, Bryn Athyn 11-3, Gallaudet University 11-3, Penn College 10-4, Notre Dame (Md.) University 10-5, Penn State Harrisburg 9-5, St. Elizabeth University 9-5, Keystone College 8-6, Lancaster Bible College 7-7, Wilson College 7-7, Cedar Crest College 5-8, Valley Forge 3-11, Rosemont College 2-12, Penn State Berks 1-13, Penn State Brandywine 1-13, Cairn University 0-14.

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St. Marys, Pa.: The Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) will be sponsoring a Birds “N” Brews on Saturday, March 1, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Straub Brew House @Straub Tap House at 444 Brusselles Street in St. Marys, Pa.

Anybody interested in conservation and hunting are invited to attend and talk to members of the local chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society. Birds ‘N’ Brews, also called Pint Nite, is an opportunity to talk birds and habitat, enjoy the camaraderie and share stories of your passion for upland bird hunting, and tell stories about bird dogs and the birds that are still flying.

Port Allegany Womens Club will be meeting on Monday February 10, at the Port Allegany Senior Center. Soup Supper will be served at 6pm and the general meeting will start at 7pm. The topics to be discussed will be the COTS summer music concerts. Also on the agenda will be filling two offices, Secretary and Treasury. Hope to see everyone there!

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
454 AM EST Sat Feb 8 2025


McKean-Potter-Tioga-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-
Including the cities of Mansfield, Bradford, Trout Run, Wellsboro, Coudersport, and Laporte
454 AM EST Sat Feb 8 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS. AFTERNOON TO 3 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow of varying intensity late this afternoon through early tonight, mixing with or changing to sleet at times. Precipitation tapering to intermittent light snow or freezing drizzle after midnight. 
Total snow and sleet accumulations between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Localized snow accumulation up to 5 inches possible across the Mountains North
  and East of Williamsport.

* WHERE...McKean, Northern Lycoming, Potter, Sullivan, and Tioga
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions and travel disruptions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has voted to suspend and investigate a proposed rate increase by Pike County Light & Power (PCL&P) for electric distribution service in portions of Pike County.

          BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are proud to announce the winners of the February Star Award. This month’s recipients were Kim Murphey, BRMC, and Brenda Gordon, OGH.

Kim Murphey, administrative assistant, BRMC, has been honored as the February BRMC Star Award winner. Kim has been with BRMC since 2021, but employed by the hospital system since 2014.

Please be advised Allegany County Road 36 from W. Washburn Road to Pochuck Road (near the north Allegany County line) will be closed starting Monday, February 10, to replace the bridge on CR 36. There will not be an on-site detour and motorists are urged to seek alternate routes.  Thank you for your cooperation.

James A. Rickard, Jr., 73, of Dewey Circle, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at his residence following a lengthy illness.

He was born on August 12, 1951, in Ridgway, the son of the late James A. Rickard, Sr., and Shirley Wilson McCoy.

On October 4, 2019, he married Wendy Shefcyk, who survives.

Johnsonburg, Pa.:  Josh Bizzak of Wilcox brought in a beautiful gray fox as the first predator harvested for Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap.  “It was so bitter cold last night; I went to two different places and the wind was blowing so hard, I got right back in the truck.  Then I went to a field I haven’t been to in a couple of years, and at my second stand, the fox came in within two minutes.”

Twin brothers, Payton and Preston Yeager, were the latest senior visitors to Rotary.  They are the sons of Kassie Proctor and Stacy Yeager.    They have a younger brother, Parker.  

Payton was introduced by Patricia Kujawski.  He played football, won the D-9 Championship, is a member of the Varsity Club and worked for the Port Allegany Borough in the summer.  His future plans are to possibly work for the borough of Port Allegany, or work in the factory.  He also may go to a trade school to become an electrical engineer.  

Preston was introduced by Ki Bayline.  He was a member of the football teams in grades 7 and 8 and takes woodshop classes.  His summer job has been mowing lawns.  His future plans are to get a job at the factory.  

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 7 at 3:24PM EST until February 9 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY

* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches.

* WHERE…Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming,
Livingston, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN…From 4 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.

INSTRUCTIONS: Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY

Kaydance Beaver – clarinet, Jonah McKeirnan – clarinet, Kendra Meade – clarinet, Alayna Palmer – trumpet, Delaney Stromberg – tuba, and Trace Kazimer – percussion represented Port Allegany at the Tri-State Band Festival at Mercyhurst University February 6-8, 2025.  The students audition for chair placement and then work with a guest conductor in preparation for a public concert on Saturday afternoon.  Dr. Scott Meier of Mercyhurst is the host with assistance from the music majors of the university. 

HUGE Estate Sale! Starts Friday, February 7th 2025

February 7, 8, and 9. Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am to 4pm. Times for February 15th and 16th will be posted later.

619 W. Main St. Smethport, PA 16749 – Do not block driveways or roads.

Fire King, Pyrex, Pfaltzgraff, Ducks Unlimited, Ethan Allen, just a few name brands. living room pieces, book cases, quilts, blankets, desk, red leather chairs, outdoor garden items, ladder, hand tools, power tools, Grandfather clock, mantle clock, Woolrich clothes, crystal items, gaming chairs, power tools, hunting & fishing items, paintings, mini-fridge, freezers, holiday decor, 8+ person dining table, hutch, stands, leather couch, living room furniture, sweepers, kitchen items, Hall Trees, Lane cedar chest, books, plants, planters, storage items, fans, and so much more. Not all items pictured.

Starts 9am 2/07/25. Do not block driveways and please respect the neighbors. We reserve the right to end any individual sale for any reason.

We look forward to seeing all of our great costumers and new ones, kick 2025 off with a bang!