March 2026

Paul stated, “Don’t sin by letting anger gain control over you.” Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry (Eph 4:26, NLT). Another translation says, “be angry but sin not.” How does one do this? Is anger wrong? If it isn’t, then where is that invisible line we cross into sin? The answer lies in a simple word: rage. A simple definition of rage is losing one’s temper. It is often characterized as anger being out of control. 

Anger should be viewed as a sign of a deeper problem instead of the problem itself. It acts to protect something inside us. Usually, it connects to one of three basic needs: power, love, or belonging. When we feel rejected, belittled, abandoned, or when our feelings are minimized and we feel demeaned and devalued, we tend to lash out to defend that part of ourselves. 

I grew up in a home where anger was not accepted. Seeing anger as a negative emotion, I learned to describe my feelings with different words. For example, I was never angry; instead, I might say I was annoyed or upset. This inability to recognize anger as a healthy emotion caused various problems. Since I was never taught how to manage anger properly, I ended up denying I ever experienced it. When denial didn’t work, rage would often explode, followed by feelings of guilt, shame, and remorse. Because the underlying issue wasn’t addressed, a cycle formed that, in many ways, resembled a split personality like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. 

Sadly, many people have never understood that anger is a positive emotion given to us by God for good reasons. It is partly there to alert us to an internal issue. However, because many fear anger, we try to control it through suppression and denial. The result is that suppressed and denied anger eventually erupts as rage. To address anger issues, you first need to realize that you have it. Are you willing to ask and answer that question? Think about it.

On March Coudersport Fire Department was dispatched to 102 S. Main St. Fir an automatic fire alarm

On March 17th Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to North Hollow Heights in Sweden Twp. for abdominal pain. Roulette Ambulance was also dispatched

 The Coudersport Arboretum is gearing up for another exciting summer of FREE music and entertainment on our Wednesday night Music In The Park programs!

We have been providing an assortment of music genres over the years. We would like to ask our fellow music lovers, what types of music and/or entertainment would you like to see this summer? You can let us know which of our past musical performances are your favorites, as well as suggest new types of music and entertainment.

Please post your suggestions or contact Paul Herzig, Music Director, at laurelwood@zitomedia.net, or call 814-203-3305.

On March 17th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to Church St. For lift assistance

On March 17th Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Oak St. for syncope

“What Were You Singing in 1971?” is this year’s spring fundraiser concert held by the Hamilton-Gibson Treble Choir and friends on Friday and Saturday, March 20 and 21 at 7:30pm at the Vineyard Church at 45 Charleston Street in Wellsboro. The concert raises money for the choir’s annual spring tour and is sponsored by The Sweet Foundation.

Directed by Thomas Putnam, the choir will sing John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” and “Annie’s Song,” Three Dog Night’s “Joy to the World,” George Harrison’s “Here Comes the Sun,” and others. The concert will also feature a few of the parents of the group singing and playing instruments. Local vocalist Eve Catherine Hind, who has performed at The Gas Light, Los Agaves Taqueria, and The Wellsboro House, will be a featured performer.

Hind said, “When I was invited to take part in this fundraiser celebrating the music of 1971, Thomas Putnam recommended three songs to perform. Each song is very different from one another, with each of them capturing a feeling in history that we can still relate to today.” Hind will perform “For All We Know” by the Carpenters, a Grammy award-winning ballad about love and uncertainty. “This song tells a story of the fragile beginnings of a relationship and the hope that comes with a shared future with someone. I find when singing songs that tell a story it is easier to convey the vulnerability and heartfelt emotion behind the lyrics, allowing myself and the audience to connect more deeply.”

She will also perform Janis Joplin’s “Me and Bobby MGee,” and said, “I found when learning this song that Joplin’s singing style is raw, expressive, and unpredictable, which has made this song both challenging and exciting to play!”  Another song she’ll perform, “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down” by Joan Baez, narrates the cost of war on ordinary people just trying to survive. “I’d never heard these specific songs before, but that’s what I love about this HG fundraiser—it has further educated me on the music from this time. I’m always grateful to be part of the community in this way and to be able to share the music that we all know and love.”

According to Putnam, the spring fundraiser concerts are part of HG’s educational component. “Part of our mission is to educate our singers musically, and in reaching back to some of the great songwriters and performers of the past we’re working toward that goal.” A few songs will be audience sing-alongs such as “Amazing Grace” which has been around since 1772 but Judy Collins’ release in 1971 helped catapult it to its present familiarity. “Morning Has Broken,” released in the same year by the artist then known as Cat Stevens, will be another sing-along.

There will be refreshments on sale as well as a few fun fundraiser opportunities. Tickets are available online at hgp.booktix.com and at the door.

Pitt-Bradford Arts, in partnership with Leadership McKean, is proud to present “Why I Love McKean County: A Young Artists’ Celebration” — a juried art exhibition inviting McKean County youth ages 5 to 18 to share what makes their community special.

The exhibition is part of America 250, the nationwide celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the United States and aims to honor that milestone through a deeply local lens: the eyes of McKean County’s young people.

“This exhibition is an opportunity to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday by showcasing local pride and community spirit while providing young artists throughout McKean County a platform to share their unique perspectives,” organizers said.

“Why I Love McKean County” invites young artists to explore what makes this place home. Submissions might capture the county’s sweeping natural landscapes, beloved local communities and neighborhoods, cultural traditions and heritage, favorite memories, meaningful places, or the people who give McKean County its character — anything that tells the story of this community through a young artist’s eyes.

Cold air moving in will help to generate scattered to numerous snow showers and possibly some dangerous snow squalls today across Central Pennsylvania. West to east oriented bands of snow showers will increase in coverage amidst partly to mostly cloudy skies.
Road surface temperatures will soar into the 40s and 50s while air temperatures remain below freezing.

Snowfall accumulations of a coating to 2 inches are possible across the area as a result of these snow showers. More persistent bands of snow may initially melt on contact with warm roads and then freeze, resulting in icy conditions. In the event that a flash freeze becomes likely, Snow Squall Warnings will be issued to message the reduced traction and blinding visibility of a snow squall, which can make travel very dangerous very quickly.

Be alert for changing conditions today if you are traveling. Partly cloudy skies can give way to significantly reduced visibility very quickly. If a Snow Squall Warning is issued, delay travel or exit the highway at the next opportunity. Rapid

changes in visibility and potentially slick roads may lead to accidents. Please use extreme caution and allow plenty of stopping distance. Avoid braking suddenly.

As winter is getting ready to head out, many are thinking about gardening, including the Master Gardener program.  Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Elk and Cameron County are on a mission to educate the community about sustainable horticulture and environmental stewardship. The program offers the community many avenues to learn about horticulture and stewardship through workshops held at various locations throughout the area.  The upcoming departure of winter brings the need for the yearly workshops, and this year the program is taking on a new look. 

Hebron Center Christian School – 2 Hour Delay

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Coudersport School District – 2 Hour Delay

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Smethport School District – 2 Hour Delay

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Bradford School District – 2 Hour Delay

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Otto-Eldred School District – 2 Hour Delay

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Northern Potter School District – 2 Hour Delay

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Port Allegany – 2 Hour Delay

On March 16th Bradford City, Bradford Twp., and Rew Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to South Kendall Ave. for a roll over accident with possibly 4 patients. Lafayette and Hamlin have been dispatched for traffic control

Ripley residents- – the Ripley Fire Department is open as a warming center until power is restored.

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On March 16th Hamlin and Mt Jewett Fire Departments were dispatched to 22 Hambers St. in Hazel Hurst for an oven fire possibly contained with alot of smoke

The To Fill A Backpack program is having a “12 Days Of Cash” raffle to benefit our 2026/2027 distribution. Now reaching out to 9 different counties which will add approximately 500 to 600 additional children in need, we will need all the help we can get.

If you are interested, feel free to send your payment through one of the online payment options (Please see info in red) and be sure to note the Pay Code shown in the notes with your payment. Please mark your payment accordingly so that we do not get charted fees if possible. Feel free to send a check to the following address:

TFABP
Attn: 12 Days
85 Burleson Av
Roulette, PA 16746

Or feel free to give us a call at (814) 544-5802 for more information

Andy Kulp
To Fill A Backpack
Email: info@tofillabackpack.org 

In March 16th Roulette Ambulance was dispatched to Burleson Ave. for unknown medical