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BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Vocal Arts Ensemble will perform a selection of gospel music in concert at noon April 2 in the Harriett B. Wick Chapel. 

The concert is free and open to the public. 

“The gospel theme actually happened by accident,” said Regina Gabriel, director and instructor of music at Pitt-Bradford. “Many of my singers wanted to do solos this semester, so I looked for pieces that would give them that opportunity.” 

She also wanted to take advantage of the instrumental skills of students in the group. 

IMPORTANT COMPUTER SCAM FYI: Today when I used my laptop and opened my web browser, a pop-up from “Windows Defender Security” alerted of a possible identity theft breach and said they locked my laptop for my protection. There was a phone number to call the Windows identity theft team. (Staples actually did install Windows Defender Security on my laptop when I bought it, so I thought this may be legitimate.)

I was unable to click out of the alert and the laptop did appear frozen.  DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER, IF THIS HAPPENS TO YOU!

I called the Staples Protection Plan IT Dept and they have had over 100 calls today about this very pop up. There is an actual legitimate Windows Defender Security program, but it does not have a pop up stating to call a specific phone number, nor does it lock your computer.  Hackers somehow created this pop up and you will need to shut down the computer immediately.

I was also advised to change all of our pswds for accounts that had personal info, financial or health info immediately. I need to check financial accnts daily for a while and if I see any suspicious charges on any of our accnts, then I need to make a police report for possible identity theft.

I did not receive any reports from our McAfee Virus Protection, or Identity Theft Protection, so hoping  that our info was not compromised.

I just wanted to make others aware of this new computer scam.

Hamilton-Gibson Productions has started auditioning for 15 cast members of all ages and genders to play many of our best-loved fairy tale characters in the upcoming production of the comedy, Once Upon A Crime, The Trial of Goldilocks, by Flip Kobler and Cindy Marcus.Performances will take place June 13 – 16 during the Laurel Festival at The Warehouse Theater in Wellsboro. 

Once Upon A Crime is a hilarious fairy-tale courtroom play packed with characters we all know and love. Both experienced performers and newcomers are encouraged to attend. The show is family-friendly and is a great opportunity for both kids and adults. Audition materials are provided so there is no need to prepare – just show up! 

Auditions continue in the Warehouse Gallery on Friday, April 6 at 6:30pm, Saturday, April 7 at 10:30am, and Sunday, April 8 at 1:30pm.  Audition information is also available at www.hamiltongibson.org/audition.html.

Program Title: Prep for Eclipse

Date: Friday, April 5^th  

Time: 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Location: Environmental Learning Center

Description: Join the park educator for a crash course on what an eclipse is, how to view it safely, and what to expect on April 8th.  Short presentation followed by a Q&A session.  Solar viewing glasses will be available while supplies last.

Program Title: Eclipse Watch

Date: Monday, April 8^th

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Location: Pavilion 2

Shawnee Milling Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk and Egg in “5lb. Food Club All Purpose Flour” 

Shawnee Milling Company of Shawnee, Oklahoma is recalling 5 lb.Food Club brand All Purpose Flour with Best if Used by date 03/07/2025, because it may contain undeclared milk and egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs or milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled Food Club All Purpose Flour was distributed retail stores in Ohio and New York.

The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission board also approved four loans during their meeting this week.

Schatz Services LLC in St. Marys, a lawncare business, was approved for a $35,000 loan through the USDA/Microloan fund at a 5-year term at 5 percent interest. The lender, Loan Director Jennifer Hibbard said, is the Elk County Redevelopment Authority, who will be lending $25,000 toward the purchase of the equipment.

The funds will be used to purchase a mini excavator that would be used to accommodate growth and expand the business. The funding will retain four jobs and create two more.

Wildwoods Bar & Grill Inc., an existing full-service restaurant and bar in St. Marys, was approved for a $54,500 loan through the USDA/Intermediary Relending Program at a 4-percent interest rate over 15 years.

Funds will be used to make building improvements, including replacing the kitchen floor. The business will also put on an addition to expand kitchen capacity to include a prep area and a new dish room. The loan funding will help the business retain five jobs.

Cori D. Wagner was approved for a $75,000 EDA CARES Act relief loan at a 4-percent interest rate over 15 years to purchase the building her business, Mama Made Crafts, is currently housed in Coudersport. The loan would retain one full-time job.

Wapiti Woods Lodge LLC in Benezette was approved for a $200,000 loan through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority at a 4-percent interest rate over 15 years. The funds would be used to construct a lodge area that would allow for eight guests. The loan would create five part-time jobs and one future part-time cleaning position.

The board also approved the resignation of Courtney Cole from the loan committee, for the purposes of retirement. The recommended replacement is Lynn Ruffner from Potter County.