As the summer days wind down, it’s crucial for parents to ensure their children are ready to tackle the new school year with healthy mind and body. A smooth transition from summer break to school days can be challenging for both kids and parents. While it’s important to stock up on the school supplies and new clothes, it’s also necessary for his or her well-being to establish healthy routines that will benefit your child. Now is the time to do so. Below are few tips to help your child get ready for the new school year.
Photo Caption: L-R Emily Stothart, Employee in Charge; Frank Carter, volunteer; Carol Dodge, Pantry and Office Coordinator; Shawn Knauer, volunteer
Belmont, NY – Today, volunteers from the Allegany County Democratic Committee delivered more than a dozen bags of non-perishable food and personal care items collected at their recent “Coffee with Democrats” event. This service project is one of the ways the Democratic Committee lives its motto: “Serving our Community.”
Shirley J. Fairman, age 95 of DuBois, PA died Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at The Fountains at DuBois.
Born on October 25, 1928 in Bitumen, PA, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Cora Belle (Sommerson) Nesman
She married Ernest E. Fairman. He preceded her in death in 1982.
Shirley was a lifelong member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, first Tamarack and then in DuBois. She was very active in missionary work , both here and abroad. Shirley raised African violets, was an avid knitter, loved crocheting, and enjoyed working in her garden. Above all, she was a very loving mother who cared deeply for her family.
Shirley is survived by her children (Ernest “Pete” Fairman and Mark Fairman and his wife Debra, both of DuBois, PA, Brenda Grossman of Las Vegas, NV, and Carol Fairman of Columbia, SC), numerous step grandchildren and step great grandchildren, and one step great-great grandchild.
She was preceded in death by three brothers (Harry, Herb, and Howard Nesman), and one sister (Betty Hayes).
Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 2 – 4 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, August 26, 2024 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Bruce Ward officiating.
Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to DuBois Alliance Church, 1004 South Main Street, DuBois ,PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to www.baronickfuneralhome.com
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Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will once again host his annual Senior Citizens Expo in Kane to provide area seniors and their family members and caregivers convenient access to a wide range of information in one convenient location.
The expo will be held on Friday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kane Community Center, 46 Fraley St., Kane.
“There are so many programs and services available to support our senior citizens, but it still can be difficult for people to find the help they need,” Causer said. “I hope area seniors will take advantage of the opportunity to gather a lot of helpful information in one place.”
The event is free to attend, and lunch will be provided. State, county and local exhibitors will be on hand to distribute information and answer questions about a variety of issues. Health screenings will also be offered, and door prize drawings will be held.
Penn State Extension’s Master Watershed Steward program will hold its fifth annual native tree and shrub sale this fall in 27 locations across the state. As a fundraiser for the program, the sale offers 18 varieties of native trees and shrubs. Orders are being accepted through Aug. 28, with curbside pickup available in Potter County on September 21st & 22nd.
Carol J. VanHorn, 62, of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at her home.
She was born on October 29, 1961 in Bradford, a daughter of the late Charles and Nancy Work Moonan.
She is survived by two daughters, Christy Moonan of Reynoldsville, Cherra Richardson of Bradford; one son, Heath Moonan of Bradford; four sisters, Sherry Noll, Debbie Joichin, Joyce Woodruff and Teri Moonan; six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Bonita R. HARRISON, 76, of Whitesville, NY, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester.
Born May 24, 1948, in Hornell, she was the daughter of Lawrence A. and Vesta I. Dennis Whitsell. A graduate of Greenwood High School, she was a hairdresser in Greenwood. Bonnie enjoyed baking birthday cakes for her family and the community, making plastic canvas, sewing, and collecting dolls.
(Pictured: Rotary District 7360 Governor Pam Wagoner and Coudersport Rotary Club President Andrea Streich)
Coudersport Rotary Club hosted a special visit from Rotary District Governor Pamela Wagoner at our August 19, 2024 meeting. Pam spoke about the “Magic of Rotary” and presented Coudersport Rotary President Andrea Streich with a flag and a magic wand representing the Magic.
PHOTO: In 2023, the Ridgway Fire Department purchased equipment for training their volunteers with funds from a Borough of Ridgway Charitable Fund grant held at the Elk County Community Foundation. Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 granting cycle. Deadline to submit is September
The Elk County Community Foundation is accepting applications through September 15 for Borough of Ridgway Charitable Fund grants. The purpose of the fund is to provide support to organizations that contribute to the quality of life of the residents of the Borough of Ridgway.
Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that a job fair will be held for those seeking employment with the department in Montour County.
The job fair will be held Wednesday, August 28, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the following location:
August 21 – UPDATE: PennDOT Provides Updates on Flood Damage Associated with Hurricane Debby in North Central PA
Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), District 3, provides an update on flood damage, planned work, and long-term closures due to extensive flooding that occurred throughout the district on August 9.
The concert will be on the outdoor stage located on the Central Avenue side of the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. Audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and sit on the grassy area in front of the outdoor stage or on Central Avenue, which will be closed to traffic between Main Street and the Warehouse Theatre from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 30. If weather becomes an issue, this free concert will be moved indoors into the Deane Center’s Coolidge Theatre.
Photo by John Eaton Eggs are served at this year’s Sunday, May 26 Canyon Pilots Association Memorial Day Weekend All-You-Can-Eat Fly-In Breakfast.
The Canyon Pilots Association Labor Day Weekend All-You-Can-Eat Fly-In Breakfast is Next Sunday, Sept. 1 from 8 a.m. to noon indoors at the corporate hangar at the Grand Canyon Regional Airport in Delmar Township at 112 Runway Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
Cold Chocolate includes Ariel Bernstein on drums and banjo and Ethan Robbins on guitar and mandolin.
At 6 p.m. this Friday, August 23, Cold Chocolate will close the Free Deane Center Outdoor Summer Concert Series on the outdoor stage at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. The outdoor stage is located on the Central Avenue side of the building.
At 7:30 p.m. next Thursday, Aug. 29, Greggie and The Jets, “the most authentic sounding Elton John Tribute Band ever,” will present the first concert of the fall season in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
The fall season concerts are being sponsored by Ward Manufacturing and C&N.
Theodore G. Schieler (Ted), born February 9th, 1940 in Olean, NY to the late John and Millie Schieler, passed away August 10, 2024 after dealing with a short illness of Alzheimer’s. He had six sisters and two brothers who are all deceased.
Theodore was born and raised in Olean, N.Y. and married the late Audrey Sweigart on April 15, 1963. They had two sons Dennis (Becky) Schieler, of Georgetown Tx.) and Theodore (Rhonda) Schieler(Holiday, Fl.). They had 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Michele M. “Mickey” Milks 63, a loving wife, mother, nona, and sister, of 38 Cross Drive, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo, NY, surrounded by her loving husband, four daughters, and her sister.
Born on November 19, 1960, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Dino V. and Anne (Weber) Vecellio. She was a 1978 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On January 7, 1983, in Bradford, she married Carl L. Milks, who survives.
The nonprofit continues to work alongside other agencies to provide food, clothing and flood cleanup kits to impacted communities and those working to remediate the damages.
TIOGA COUNTY, Pa. (Aug. 21, 2024) — When the remnants of Hurricane Debby swept through Tioga and Potter Counties, Pennsylvania, residents and businesses found themselves overwhelmed by floodwaters and damage. The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) responded to these disasters immediately, providing hope and help to all in need.
Joanne L. Beveridge, 91, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of 545 Wolfel Avenue, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
She was born February 20, 1933, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Walter W. and Marjorie Holland Renwick. She was a lifelong resident of St. Marys, a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1950, and employed at Penn Bank where she retired in 1995.
On April 23, 1955 in Sacred Heart Church, Joanne married the late John D. “Jack” Beveridge, who preceded her in death on November 6, 1993.
Joanne is survived by two daughters: Patricia Ann Stauffer (Dennis) and Amy Louise Timm (Frank) both of St. Marys; two sons: David John Beveridge (Lynn) and John Thomas Beveridge (Debbie) both of St. Marys; nine grandchildren: Jacquelyn Brem, Devin Stauffer, Stephanie Anderson, Meghan Eckert, Gina Pistner, Marty Timm, Craig Timm, Andrea Rodich, and Dana Forster; 25 great-grandchildren; a brother, Steven J. Renwick (Carol) of Middletown, NY; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Saines and brother, Kenneth Renwick.
She was a member of Sacred Heart Church and donated her time at the United Way and Christian Food Bank. Joanne enjoyed her time at camp and spending time with her family. Her life revolved around her family especially her grandchildren. She was always interested in their activities and ongoing commitments.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Sacred Heart Church on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 10:00AM. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
There will be no visitation.
Joanne’s family would like to thank all those at Elk Haven and Silver Creek Terrace. They are forever grateful for the care and tenderness given to Joanne.
Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 or to Silver Creek Terrace Activities Fund, 791 Johnsonburg Road, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com
