A new scholarship at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford was created to memorialize Thomas Sheeley, a longtime member of the facilities staff who died last year.

The Thomas J. Sheeley Memorial Scholarship will benefit a Pitt-Bradford upperclass student making progress toward their degree.

Born in Kane, Sheeley was a 1965 graduate of Bradford High School and served two years in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he served in the 1^st Battalion, 27^th Infantry, D Company “Wolfhounds” from Sept. 1, 1966, until June 13, 1968. His service included the January 1968 counteroffensive of the Viet Cong’s surprise Tet attack against the South Vietnamese and their American allies.

NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Canvassing and Computing Board will meet in the Gunzburger Annex, 1 N. Main St, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at 9:00 am, on Friday, November 

10, 2023. The Canvassing and Computing Board scheduled to reconvene during this meeting, at 9:00 am, on Monday November 13, 2023, for the purpose of canvassing and computing, the 

returns of the General Election which was held on November 7, 2023.

POTTER COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

Doug Morley

Todd Brown

Barry Hayman

ATTEST:

Charlie F. Brown, Director

NY State Police Seeking public assistance on stolen dirt bikes

09 November 2023

NEW YORK STATE POLICE 
Major Eugene J. Staniszewski
Troop A Commander

PRESS RELEASE

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation out of SP Amity are seeking public assistance on a burglary complaint involving dirt bikes that occurred at R&K Marina in Caneadea, N.Y.

Between October 26, 2023, and October 31, 2023, two dirt bikes were stolen from R&K Marina.  The stolen dirt bikes: red, white, and blue 2000 Yamaha YZF 426 with decals, and a blue and white 2001 WR Yamaha 250F with headlight/taillight. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYSP at 585-344-6200. Reference SJS#11690934.

Authentic

By

B.J. Knefley

Which do you prefer, authentic products or knockoffs? Probably most of us want the real deal especially if we can get it at a knockoff price. But it doesn’t work that way does it? We often can’t tell the difference between the real deal or the authentic from the knockoff. That’s why they do it. Make things so that they resemble the authentic for a fraction of the cost so that a bigger profit can be gained. The problem is it’s deceptive and dishonest, yet we buy into it all the time.

Read the news and you will find story after story of someone who swindled multitudes of people out of lifesavings and investments. Offering high yields and seemingly authentic merchandise, scores of people flock to the promise of a deal. Yeah, we all know how that ends don’t we. Even employers have been duped into hiring people who presented work histories and education certificates that were bogus. It makes me wonder how old is this game that is played on unsuspecting people? Is it as old as time?

It is said that the great deceiver is Satan himself. More cunning than any other, it is also said he roams the earth looking for whom he can devour, (I Peter 5:8). Why? Is it about power and position? What causes a person to seek after the counterfeit rather than the authentic. It happens everywhere. Business, government, families, relationships and yes, even in the Church. Perhaps that’s where the biggest problem lays. In the places that are sacred we trust that we won’t be swindled, that we’ll be led in a way that’s good and not evil. But it still happens.

Following Christ seems simple enough. Love your neighbor as yourself, seek first His Kingdom, love God with all your heart, mind, and soul. Instead, we go after other things like money, prestige, position, and significance. We sell our soul to things rather than the God of all things. We reject the authentic and embrace the knockoff. Like Adam and Eve, we buy into what we think is better just because we don’t listen. When will we ever learn? Think about it.

Position Available

Library Assistant

Coudersport Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to assist with day-to-day operations.

Essential duties include:

• Assisting patrons with locating Library materials

• Recommending Library materials to patrons of all ages

• Circulation and shelving of materials

• Issuing Library cards

• Processing Interlibrary Loan requests

• Cataloging and processing new materials

• Answering telephone, internet and in-person inquiries

• Assisting patrons with basic technology-related issues

• Performing light housekeeping tasks as necessary

• Assisting at Library events during regular hours and after hours

• Carrying out cleaning and disinfecting protocols

• Presenting a positive, professional and pleasant demeanor

• Performing other duties as directed

Applicants should possess, at minimum, a high school diploma or GED; basic clerical skills and the ability to process information effectively using a computer; some knowledge of literature and willingness to discuss/recommend materials for all age groups; physical strength and dexterity to handle books and boxes, move loaded book carts and to place items on high and low shelves. This position involves daytime and evening hours, with weekend hours on a rotating basis. The successful applicant must possess, or upon notice of hire immediately obtain, current PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check. 

Interested persons may obtain an application at the Library, or submit resume, letter of interest and three references to Teri McDowell, Director, Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Avenue, Coudersport, PA 16915. Please direct inquiries to the Library Director at 814-274-9382, or email coudersportlibrary@gmail.com.