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On May 18th Shinglehouse Fire Department was dispatched to 1739 Butter Creek Rd. for a gas leak.

On May 18th Eldred Twp. Fire Department was dispatched to Rt. 446 for traffic control for a disabled vehicle

By: Tony Bixby, MBA, NRP, CCEMT-P, FP-C
Chief, Susquehanna Regional EMS
Director, Prehospital Services, UPMC in North Central Pa.
Director, East Central Region, and Board Member, National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT)

Each year, National EMS Week (May 17–23) gives us the opportunity to pause and say something that can never be said enough: thank you.

Across our region, emergency medical services have long been rooted in the community. For generations, neighbors have answered the call for neighbors—volunteers leaving family dinners, paid clinicians coming off long shifts, dispatchers guiding care from behind the scenes, and support staff keeping ambulances rolling. This is the proud tradition of community‑based EMS, and it remains alive today.

When someone dials 911, they’re not thinking about titles, staffing models, or uniforms. They’re thinking about one thing: help. And every day, across our rural towns and boroughs, EMS teams make sure that help is on the way.

The landscape of EMS has changed over time. Volunteer numbers have declined, funding support is inconsistent, federal and state reimbursement for services is poor, training and clinical expectations have increased, and the calls themselves have grown more complex and broader in scope. These shifts reflect the realities of modern life, not a lack of caring or commitment. Even as fewer people are volunteering as they once did, the heart of service that built EMS in this region continues to shine through.

What stands out most is how EMS has adapted. Volunteers, paid professionals, and health care partners work side by side, sharing responsibility and supporting one another, so coverage is available day and night. Mutual aid agreements, cross‑training, and regional cooperation help ensure communities remain protected, especially in rural areas where distances are longer, and resources are often stretched.

EMS Week reminds us that emergency care doesn’t happen in isolation. It is sustained by an entire network of people: EMTs and paramedics, volunteer responders, dispatchers, educators, mechanics, administrators, hospital teams, community leaders, and families who support those who answer the call. Together, they form a safety net that communities depend on every day.

Join me in celebrating the individuals who carry forward the legacy of EMS in our region. We honor the history that shaped it, the dedication that sustains it, and the teamwork that ensures its future.

To everyone who plays a role in emergency medical services: thank you for showing up, for stepping up, and for making sure that when our neighbors need help most, they are never alone.

When the call goes out, help is on the way because of you.

On May 18th Bradford City Fire Department was dispatched to 37 Williams St. for an automated fire alarm. UPDATE allnunits recalled

On May 18th Port Allegany Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 716 N. Main St. for a two vehicle head on accident with entrapment and possible injuries

The Black Forest Conservation Association will be hosting a Women’s Handgun Safety Course from June 8th to 11th, 2026 at 6pm on the clubhouse grounds at 189 Back Road, Coudersport. This event is open to the public. No prior experience is required, and participants do not need to own a handgun. The cost is $100 per person, which includes ammunition and targets.

Interested individuals are encouraged to contact Stephanie Gerhart at (814)598-0720 for further information or to register. Limited spots are available!

Shirley A. HOOVER, 68, of Galeton, PA, formerly of Somers Point, NJ, died Friday, May 15, 2026 in UPMC Cole.  Born August 27, 1957, in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of John S. and Alice J. Scaletti Stiver.  On August 29, 1990, in Ocean City, NJ, she married Mark A. Hoover, who survives.  

A 1975 graduate of Mainland Regional High School in Linwood, NJ, she served honorably with the U.S. Air Force in 1975.  She was employed as a custodian and cafeteria worker in public schools.  Shirley also worked as a slot machine technician.  She was a member of American Legion Post #352 in Somers Point and AMVETS Post #911.  

Surviving beside her husband, Mark, are: a granddaughter, Alder Hoover; five siblings, Jean Arking, Mark Stiver, Katherine Stiver, Dorothea Cawley, and Walt “Chip” Chipley, III; nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, John Alice Stiver, she was predeceased by a son, Andrew J. Hoover; her stepfather, Walt Chipley, Jr.; and a brother, John “Jack” Stiver.  

Services will be private.  Memorials may be made to Galeton Public Library, 5 Park Lane, Galeton, PA 16922.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

On May 17th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to N. Main St. for a person ill

Last week in review: Three teams competing in national events. What could be better?

SOFTBALL: Seeded third in the four-team Division III Mount Union Region in Alliance, Ohio, first-year coach Amber Savage’s squad earned the program’s first win ever in an NCAA tournament and finished third.

GOLF: The Wildcats of coach Rob Lytle finished 39^th of 43 teams at the NCAA Division III Men’s Championship at the Mission Resort in Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida.

ARCHERY: Two archers finished sixth for coach Dustin Bartron’s team in the USA Archery Collegiate Target Nationals at East Lansing, Michigan.

Saturday, May 23^rd, 2026

10:00 A.M.- 12:00 P.M. –Introduction to Archery– Have you ever wanted to give archery a try? This program will cover the basics of archery, including bow types, shooting form, and safety. Open to participants ages 10 and older, this program requires pre-registration.

Meets at: Wildlife Center

To Register: Register Here

Saturday, May 23rd, 2026

3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M –Making a Matchless Fire – Join a park educator for a hands-on lesson where you learn to make a fire without the help of matches or a lighter.

Meets at: Campground Amphitheater

Saturday, May 23rd, 2026

8:30 P.M.-9:30 P.M –Campground Movie: A Murder of Crows – Join a park educator for a showing of the PBS Nature Documentary A Murder of Crows.

On May 17th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to Long Hollow Rd. for syncope

On May 17th Fox Twp. Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 2236 Hollywood Rd. in Kersey for a solo motorcycle accident with possible injuries its unknown if the driver was wearing a helmet

Parents are invited to preregister their children, 12 and under, to participate in the Laurel Festival Pet Parade on Sunday, June 14, at 1:30 p.m. in Wellsboro. Youngsters can bring a pet or a decorated bike and join in the fun. It’s free. 

The names of the children who preregister by noon on June 10 will be entered in the drawing for a chance to win Wellsboro Chamber Dollars to spend at local businesses. The drawing will be held on The Green following the parade. 

Only one pet or one bike per child will be judged. Two or more siblings or unrelated children can enter one pet as a unit, or one can enter the pet, and the others can individually enter different pets or their decorated bicycles. Each child in a unit will receive a participation ribbon and share a trophy if their unit is picked as a winner.

At Packer Park, all children who will be in the pet parade will receive a participation ribbon. Goody bags will be given to parade participants at Packer Park while supplies last.

Each child entering a pet or decorated bike, or each group of siblings or unrelated children entering a pet as a unit in the parade, can preregister on weekdays now through noon on Wednesday, June 10, in one of three ways:
1)Pick up a registration form at the Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce office at 114 Main Street in Wellsboro, weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., fill it out, and turn it in at the chamber office in person before noon on June 10. 
2)Visit the chamber website at www.wellsboropa.com any time to open the form, fill it out, and print it off. Use your cell phone to scan it and email it to info@wellsboropa.com. 
3)Email info@wellsboropa.com to request a form, fill it out, scan the completed form using your cell phone, and email it back. For more information, call 570-724-1926.

Those who do not preregister can register on June 14, pet parade day.

On June 14, each child or siblings from the same family with a pet and/or decorated bicycles must be accompanied by one parent or another adult during judging and the parade. 

Judging and registration will be in the Packer Park picnic area behind the Wellsboro Active Living Center (Senior Center) parking lot on Queen Street. Be there no later than 12:25 p.m. on June 14. Judging and registration will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. in separate areas in the picnic area.

The parade will form on Queen Street and begin at 1:30 p.m., traveling from Queen onto Main Street to The Green 

At The Green, 23 trophies will be presented in 23 different categories. The 6 award categories for dogs, for cats, and for miscellaneous pets are: best dressed, prettiest, most imaginative, most intelligent, most lovable, and best in parade. The 3 bike award categories are: prettiest, most imaginative, and best in parade. 

Large trophies will be awarded to the entry selected to receive the Dr. Shaw Award and the entry named Overall Best in Parade. 

It is important to bring water for pets to drink, as no water is provided at Packer Park or on The Green.

Questions?  Call 570-724-1926.  

EMPORIUM, PA – Get ready, Cameron County… dinosaurs are on the loose!

The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library and Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities are teaming up to bring prehistoric-sized excitement to the community with the Cameron County Dino Hunt — a summer-long adventure open to ALL ages!

From June 1 through August 31, 2026, dinosaur hunters young and old are invited to explore Cameron County in search of 25 hidden dinosaurs placed throughout the county. Whether you are a tiny triceratops tracker, a teen velociraptor expert, or an adult fossil fanatic, everyone is encouraged to join the fun.

Participants can pick up a Dino Hunt Location Guide form at the library or print it from the Dino Hunt Facebook page or Library website. As they explore, participants will fill in which dinosaur they discovered at each location. The more dinosaurs you find, the more chances you have to win roaring-good prizes. To see all the available prizes, check out the Cameron County Dino Hunt Facebook Page.

Find 5 dinosaurs and win an instant prize! Plus, for every 5 dinosaurs located, participants will earn one raffle ticket toward a prize package of their choice. Brave explorers who discover all 25 dinosaurs will be entered into the drawing for the MASSIVE GRAND PRIZE PACKAGE.

Want even more chances to win? Snap a picture whenever you discover a dinosaur! Each dinosaur sign will feature a QR code that participants can use to share or tag their photos on the Cameron County Dino Hunt Facebook Page. Every tagged or shared photo earns one entry into a drawing for a $50 Amazon Gift Card.

The Dino Hunt is designed to encourage families, friends, and visitors to explore the county together while enjoying local businesses, parks, attractions, and hidden gems along the way. Organizers hope the event sparks adventure, laughter, and plenty of Jurassic-sized memories throughout the summer.

Prize packages include charcuterie boards, locally made items, fossil dig kits, games, a metal detector, engraving pen, and many more dino-mite surprises. The Grand Prize Package includes tickets to DelGrosso’s Amusement Park for the 2027 season, tickets to the Carnegie Science Center, and additional prehistoric prizes.

Winners will be drawn on September 1, 2026.

So lace up your hiking boots, charge your phones for dinosaur selfies, and prepare for a summer adventure millions of years in the making. The dinosaurs are waiting… can you find them all?

Additional details, registration information, and Dino Hunt forms will be available through the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library and on the Cameron County Dino Hunt Facebook Page.

On May 17th Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to Jonny Ln. for generalized illness

The PA Route 6 Alliance has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 PA Route 6 Educational Workshop, Annual Meeting, and “Do 6” Awards Program to be held September 9-11 in the Heritage Community of Coudersport, Pennsylvania. Individuals, communities, and organizations from across its 11 county PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor are invited to register for this unique educational and networking opportunity.

This year’s event features a dynamic lineup of speakers, including Heidi Schlag, founder of Heritage Tourism Studio; Silas Chamberlain of Firefly Outdoor Economics; Samantha Pearson, PA Downtown Center’s Healthy Communities Program Manager; Helena Kotala, Pennsylvania Environmental Council Central Region Program Manager; Jenny Trotten and Spencer Moss from Alchemy; Potter County Planner Will Hunt; PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Environmental Education Specialist Steve Werner; PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED); a community representative panel; and more!

The event kicks off on the evening of September 9th at world-renowned Cherry Springs State Park, touted by the Travel Channel as the best place on Earth for stargazing, where guests will be treated to a special Dark Sky Program by PA DCNR Environmental Education Specialist Steve Werner.

Educational programming continues during the days of September 10-11 at the stately Gunzburger Building along Route 6 in Coudersport where the workshops will cover a range of impactful topics including Turning Route 6 into a Connected Visitor Experience, Active Transportation and Economic Development, Using Digital Data for Planning Purposes, how successful projects got off the ground, bicycle tourism, and project funding.

Attendees are invited to take part in special activities as well. Local historian Dave Castano will lead the guests on a guided tour of historic Coudersport to local landmarks such as the Potter County Courthouse, Potter County Historical Society, and the Eliot Ness Museum. A visit to Coudersport’s Farmers Market where a PA Route 6 Alliance Maker’s Market in partnership with the PA Wilds will be showcasing regional artisans and producers as part of the program. Registrants who are interested may bring their bikes and join Pennsylvania Environmental Council for a group bike ride along the Coudersport Heritage Loop, part of the Route 6 Alliance’s Trans PA Cycle Tour.

On the evening of Thursday, September 10, attendees are invited to the Coudersport Golf Club for the Annual Meeting and “Do 6” Awards Ceremony. The program will feature updates on current initiatives, recognition of outstanding projects and accomplishments from across the region, and a keynote address by Heidi Schlag, Founder and Principal of Heritage Tourism Studio, who will offer a unique, experienced, and invigorating perspective on reframing PA Route 6 as not just a roadway, but as a shared destination shaped by the planning decisions, partnerships, and priorities of the communities along it, illustrating how local choices around design, preservation, infrastructure, and storytelling influence how Route 6 is perceived and experienced. Schlag’s work includes projects with organizations such as the C&O Canal Trust, the Greater Baltimore History Alliance, and the Mid-Atlantic Tourism Public Relations Alliance, where she has developed implementation-ready strategies that strengthen visitor engagement, support local economies, and extend the impact of heritage tourism across entire regions. She also serves on the board of the National Scenic Byways Association, contributing to national conversations on the role of byways in tourism and community development.

The evening will conclude with the “Do 6” Awards ceremony, honoring individuals, organizations, projects, and communities that exemplify the Alliance’s mission to protect, preserve, and promote the scenic, cultural, historic, and recreational resources of PA Route 6. Immediately following the Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony, attendees are invited to continue the conversation and build new connections at a Networking Reception hosted at Gary’s Putter Golf.

“We’re excited to bring this year’s workshop and annual meeting to Coudersport, one of our PA Route 6 Heritage Communities along the corridor,” said Candace Hillyard, Executive Director of the PA Route 6 Alliance. “This event is all about the power of planning in action bringing together leaders, innovators, and community champions to share ideas, celebrate successes, and ignite new momentum for revitalization along PA Route 6. This year’s theme comes to life through an outstanding lineup of speakers who will explore how thoughtful planning, strategic partnerships, and creative vision can shape stronger, more vibrant communities. Attendees will leave energized with practical tools, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections to turn ideas into impact in their own communities.”

Register now for the 2026 PA Route 6 Educational Workshop, Annual Meeting, and “Do 6” Awards Program at https://paroute6.com/do-6-awards/2026-educational-workshop-annual-meeting-do-6 awards/registration/ The cost to attend is $85 and includes two days of Educational Workshops (with lunch provided both days), admission to the Annual Meeting and “Do 6” Awards Program (including a dinner), and access to the Networking Reception. Space is limited; early registration is encouraged.

Sponsorships are currently being accepted for this event as well. Sponsorship is a great opportunity to position your brand in front of some of Pennsylvania’s top leaders and organizations while also supporting local communities and the 11-county PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor.

For more information on registration and sponsorship for this event, contact the PA Route 6 Alliance at info@paroute6.com or call 814-435-7706.

The PA Route 6 Alliance, a 501(c3) corporation, was established in 2003 to manage the PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor and to implement branding and marketing plans, community development programs, and other planning efforts along the corridor. The Alliance includes representatives from all 11 counties, 9 convention and visitor bureaus, 4 heritage areas, local development districts, local business owners, Chambers of Commerce, and other interested parties along the corridor.

The PA Route 6 Heritage Communities program is a PA Route 6 Alliance, and PA Route 6 Heritage
Corridor funded by the PA Heritage Area Program under the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation
and Natural Resources. –E

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for meat and poultry products containing FDA-regulated dairy ingredients that may be contaminated with Salmonella. FSIS expects additional downstream products will be identified as this ingredient recall progresses. As more information becomes available, FSIS will update this public health alert. Consumers should check back frequently.

BRADFORD, Pa. — As Europe reconsiders its security and trade structure amid changing American attitudes, Dr. Drew Flanagan, assistant professor of history at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, has published a book shedding light on the creation of the post–World War II order on the continent.

“From Occupation to Integration: Revitalizing the French Zone of Post-Nazi Germany, 1945-1955” is now out from LSU Press and available in both hardcover and e-book formats.

Flanagan’s research traces how the French occupation zone became an early laboratory for the kind of cross-border economic and cultural integration that would eventually define the European Union. “This is one of the first places you see cross-border economic integration between France and Germany, albeit under circumstances of occupation,” he said.

FOUND WITH HELP FROM TEACHER’S PET

Tan-colored Dachshund missing since Saturday in Roulette Township. She is wearing a green John Deere collar and answers to the name Maple.

If you have any information, please contact Roman Lapp at 717-669-8067 or 717-989-1358.

WARREN, Pa. – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) has announced students who achieved Dean’s List recognition for the Spring 2026 term.

Students take classes at one of our over 20 different instructional locations or online and include:

Cameron County
                EMPORIUM – Amanda Crumrine

Clarion County
                SHIPPENVILLE – Hillary Truitt
 
Crawford County
                HARTSTOWN – Sarah Shearer
                MEADVILLE – Carley Glatch
                TITUSVILLE – Lacey Frisch, Sanahdy Gaspard, Suelahny Gaspard, Elijah Perez, and Odalis Rowe
                TOWNVILLE – Bree Neely

 Elk County
                JAMES CITY – Kylie Blankenship
                JOHNSONBURG – Sofiya Cherry
                KERSEY – Anna Babcock
                RIDGWAY – Hunter Bish
                SAINT MARYS – Brynn Allison, Gerald Donachy, Olivia Meyer, Rachael Streich, Kristin Wileman, and Angelic Zuchowski
                WEEDVILLE – Makenna McCall

Erie County
CORRY – Jade Kaltenbach, Megan Walker, and Brynley Watrous
ERIE – Leah Bittner, Karleen Fenstermaker, Rachel Lasecki, Sarah Lawrence Farrell, and Melinda Taylor
WATERFORD – Brandi Cornell and Callie Driscoll

Forest County
                TIONESTA – Conner Summerville

Luzerne County
                WEST HAZELTON – Joanna Pimentel

 McKean County
                BRADFORD – Hailey Taylor and Tiuana Fox
                KANE – Carol Miller
                SMETHPORT – Katie Watson

Monroe County
                CRESCO – Samuel Oh
 
Potter County
                COUDERSPORT – Mia Gee and Karrie Page
                ULYSSES – Bambi Coates

Venango County
                FRANKLIN – Blake Alexander, Elizabeth Coyer and Nikki Hall
                TITUSVILLE – Christian Thayer

Warren County
                PITTSFIELD – Graham Haight and Marie O’Leary
                RUSSELL – Stephanie Nelson
                SHEFFIELD – Kasidy Robinson
                TIDIOUTE – Peyton Hulse
                WARREN – Emily Hecei, Tristan Lally, Nicholas Menard, Sydney Sidon, Lindsey Thompson,   Heather Williams, Brianna Wright, and Jordan Young
                YOUNGSVILLE – Nicole Cope, McKenzie Harrington, Allison Pavlock, and Jenneifer Upton

The Dean’s List recognizes the academic achievements of students who remained in good academic standing and earned a 3.0 grade-point average (GPA) or greater during the Spring 2026 term. This outstanding scholarship contributes to the high reputation for excellence at NPRC. The official press release can also be found online at https://nprc.edu/deans-list-spring-2026/.

POTTER COUNTY ARTISAN CO-OP UP-COMING EVENTS AND CLASSES

• A basket class is scheduled for Saturday, May 16 from 9:30-3:30 pm.  Offered are red, white and blue options and include the choice of a Casserole Carrier ($50.00), Travelin’ Tote ($50.00), Divided Basket ($50.00), or a Little Round ($30.00).   Bring a snack and a beverage.  All supplies included.

• On Sunday, May 17 from 1pm – 5pm, Brenda Bonzcar is teaching a ‘Tote bag Sewing Class’.  Price of the class is $35.00.  Recommended for ages 14 and up.  All supplies included. 

• On Friday, May 22 from 6:00-8:00, and again the same class on May 30 from 1:00-3:00, Laurie Angood will be teaching a Watercolor Class (the same class on both days).  Recommended for ages 14 and up.  The subject is an “Americana Wreath’.  Price of the class is $35.00 and includes all materials.

• The Potter County Artisan Center Announces TWO Summer Sewing Day Camps for Kids! 

• First, A Quilt Camp will be held from June 2-5 from 9:30-2:00 pm for ages 12 and up.   Students will make a quilt 55”     x 55” with numerous colors and patterns available. Price of the class is $145.00 and includes all supplies and equipment. 

• Second, A Sewing Camp, for ages 9+ will be offered from August 3-5, from 10am – 1pm.  During this class students will learn to use a sewing machine and be able to create several projects, including flannel pajama pants and an animal stuffy.  Price of this class is $75.00 and includes all supplies and equipment.    

Need an activity while visiting the area?  Potter County Artisan Co-op can arrange a private group class for you and your friends at your convenience.  Just call ahead or message us on Facebook. To register for these classes or events, please call the Potter County Artisan Co-op on 814-274-8165.  The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street.  The co-op’s hours are Monday through Saturday 9:00-5:00.  Events and classes are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and- the Elk County Council on the Arts, state agencies funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.