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University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel has selected Pat Frantz Cercone as the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Career Achievement Chancellor’s Staff Award for the University of Pittsburgh.

Cercone is the executive director of communications and marketing at the university’s Bradford campus.

  The Outstanding Career Achievement Award recognizes a staff member with more than 20 years of unparalleled service to the university who, throughout their career, has made exceptional contributions to the success of their department and Pitt; who has earned the respect of their peers; and whose efforts have defined what it means to be part of the university community.

Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team will be looking to improve on last season’s six-win, 20-loss season when it begins its season this weekend.

Competing in the Chatham University Cougar Tip-Off Classic, the Wildcats open their fifth season under coach Britni Mohney at 7 p.m. Friday before facing Susquehanna University at noon on Saturday.

Rachel Teats of Middleburg, a 5-foot-9 guard, and Emily Pardee of Williamsport, a 5-9 forward, return for their senior seasons, and Lexi Troup of Huntingdon, a 5-6 guard, is back for her junior year. Teats led last year’s team with 310 points, Pardee scored 200 and Troup had 183. For their careers, Teats has 847 points, Pardee 366 and Troup 183. Teats, who was named to the UE second team for the second year in a row, also was last season’s leader in rebounds with 139 and assists with 60, while Pardee had 129 rebounds.

Job Announcement: Outreach and Communications Advisor

The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outreach and Communications Advisor. The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to oversee the general planning, development, and direction of all communications of the District. Coordinate programs, social media, news releases, and other forms or publication to build and sustain a positive image of the District in the public. The qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain required clearances, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates are preferred to have a degree in an Environmental Field (Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, etc.), Communications, Public Relations, or another related field. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs.

The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or

national origin.

Contact the Potter County Conservation District for an employment application and full job description at 814-320-4012, or at j.childs@pottercd.com

Deadline for cover letter, application, and resume is November 30th, 2024. Please send a cover letter, application, and resume to:

Jason Childs

Potter County Conservation District

107 Market Street

Coudersport, PA 16915

or

j.childs@pottercd.com

PCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the PCCD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Break the Chains Coalition will be holding a Coffeehouse Fundraiser hosted by Beefeaters Restaurant located under the restaurant in the “Afterwards Club” located at 27 Congress Street in Bradford from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on SAturday, November 16th.  All proceeds benefit Break the Chains Coalition and their fight against drug and alcohol addiction and self harm and suicide awareness and prevention.  They will offer live entertainment, encouraging speakers, bake goods sale and soup lunch by donation as well as delicious coffee.  More information about Break the Chains Coalition can be found at www.breakthechainscoalition.com.  Contact Break the Chains at breakthechainsfestival@gmail.com   Pictured:  Macie Delahoy, Mandy Miles-Rudolph and Lynn Keck, Break the Chains Coalition board members.  

          OLEAN, NY – Clinical team members at Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health Facility, were recently recognized on a larger stage through publications into national journals. An occupational therapist as well as members of the clinical education team had two articles published showcasing their dedication to advancing practice and improving patient care.

Cameron County, PA — The Cameron County Commissioners extend their gratitude to the Pennsylvania State Police, Emporium Borough Police, Cameron County Sheriff’s Office, and Cameron County Emergency Management Director for their swift and coordinated response to the bomb threat received on November 5, 2024. Their dedication ensured the safety of our community and allowed us to proceed with election-related activities as securely as possible under challenging circumstances.

                PITTSBURGH – University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel has selected Pat Frantz Cercone as the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Career Achievement Chancellor’s Staff Award for the University of Pittsburgh.

                Cercone is the executive director of communications and marketing at the university’s Bradford campus.

Madison Fillhart, a junior at Port Allegany HIgh School, has been selected to represent her school at the 2025 Laurel Festival to be held June 14-22 in Wellsboro. 

The state festival will include a juried arts and craft fair, Queen’s pageant, pet parade, children’s health fair, foot rases, gospel sing, several musical concerts and the 2-hour traditional Laurel Festival Parade. 

Fire Department Activity Closes Route 554 in Lycoming County

​Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that South Market Street / Sulphur Springs Road (Route 554) is closed between Route 15 in South Williamsport Borough and Elimsport Road in Washington Township, Lycoming County, due to fire department activity.

A detour using Route 15 is in place. Motorists should be alert, slow down, and expect delays in travel.

President of the United States By County By Vote Method 

KAMALA D HARRIS (DEM)

Runningmate: TIM WALZ

48.36% (Votes: 3,261,989)

DONALD J TRUMP (REP)

Runningmate: JD VANCE

50.68% (Votes: 3,418,533)

CHASE OLIVER (LIB)

Runningmate: MIKE TER MAAT

0.47% (Votes: 32,018)

JILL STEIN (GRN)

Runningmate: RUDOLPH WARE

0.48% (Votes: 32,574)

United States Senator By County By Vote Method 

ROBERT P CASEY JR (DEM)

48.32% (Votes: 3,226,751)

DAVE MCCORMICK (REP)

49.13% (Votes: 3,281,032)

JOHN C THOMAS (LIB)

1.29% (Votes: 85,990)

LEILA HAZOU (GRN)

0.93% (Votes: 61,943)

MARTY SELKER (CST)

0.34% (Votes: 22,605)

Attorney General By County By Vote Method 

EUGENE DEPASQUALE (DEM)

45.99% (Votes: 3,041,725)

DAVE SUNDAY (REP)

51.04% (Votes: 3,376,163)

ROBERT COWBURN (LIB)

1.29% (Votes: 85,239)

RICHARD L WEISS (GRN)

0.97% (Votes: 64,349)

JUSTIN L MAGILL (CST)

0.45% (Votes: 29,884)

ERIC L SETTLE (FWD)

0.26% (Votes: 17,081)

Auditor General By County By Vote Method 

MALCOLM KENYATTA (DEM)

45.70% (Votes: 2,998,432)

TIM DEFOOR (REP)

51.37% (Votes: 3,370,496)

REECE SMITH (LIB)

1.81% (Votes: 118,665)

ERIC K ANTON (ASP)

0.30% (Votes: 19,940)

BOB GOODRICH (CST)

0.82% (Votes: 53,563)

State Treasurer By County By Vote Method 

ERIN MCCLELLAND (DEM)

45.40% (Votes: 2,978,647)

STACY GARRITY (REP)

52.17% (Votes: 3,422,158)

NICKOLAS CIESIELSKI (LIB)

1.45% (Votes: 95,204)

TROY BOWMAN (CST)

0.60% (Votes: 39,057)

CHRIS FOSTER (FWD)

0.38% (Votes: 25,168)

Data, voice, text and wireless home internet service are limited in Duke Center, PA.

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