The holidays can be a crazy time of year. We’re running from party to party, trying to squeeze in time for family and friends, and we may let our health take a back seat to the hustle and bustle of the season. However, it’s important to carve out time to focus on taking care of your own health.
Consider the following tips to be your best self and enjoy this special time of year:
Port Allegany – Thomas Francis Edgreen, 75, of Eldred, PA passed away Sunday (December 10, 2023) at his home in Eldred.
He was born April 7, 1948 in Coudersport, PA, the son of Howard and Esther (Leete) Edgreen. On May 20, 2000 in Coryville, PA, he married Doris Bender, who survives.
Tom was a 1966 graduate of Port Allegany High School and attended Alfred University and received a degree in Ceramic Engineering. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1967 and served until 1969, during Vietnam.
Mr. Edgreen was employed at St. Gobain, now Ardagh Group, of Port Allegany, as a member of the job change crew and was crew leader. Tom retired in 2005 after 38 years of service from the time it was Pierce Glass Co.
He was a member of the PA Farm Bureau, where he was formerly on the state board of directors, was a life member of the VFW of Eldred, a life member of the American Quarter Horse Association, and was Past Commandant of the Marine Corps League; Bob Swanson Detachment of Mt. Jewett.
Head Basketball Coach Kyle Babcock has three returning lettermen for the 2023-2024 season. They are pictured (left to right) Braylon Button, Jarrod Funk and Henry Troupe. Returning letterwinners for the Lady Gator Basketball team are pictured (left to right) Ella Moses, Jenna Renner, Kayleigha Dowell, Brynn Evens and Madison Evens. The team is coached by Jamie Evens.Returning lettermen for the Port Allegany Wrestling team are pictured (front row, left to right) James Nichols, Ian O’Shea, Alden Ferguson, Colton Ferguson; (back) Logan Hurburt, Carson Neelly, Miska Young, Juuso Young, Aiden Bliss and Mason Gordon. Head Coach for the Gator Wrestlers is BJ Greenman.
Coudersport Rotary Club held its annual Christmas dinner on Monday, December 11, 2023, at A&W West End Grill. Rotarians and their guests were pleased to be serenaded by members of the Coudersport Jr/Sr High School Choir.
Pictured: Coudersport Jr/Sr High School Choir students with Music Teacher, Kim Watson.
Coudersport Elementary School’s nurse gives Rotarians a list of students in need and information about what they would like. Every year, Rotarians purchase and wrap gifts to be distributed to the students for Christmas.
Coudersport Rotarians Todd Brown, Ruth Sallade, John Lennox, Lori Hansen, John Ablanalp, Andrea Streich, Sharon Fitzgerald, Jim Babcock, Lynne Ruffner, John Leete, Pat Northeimer, Paul Herzig, Deb Rinehart, Brad Rinehart, and Jim Plotts.
The SHCTC Networking and Security instructor, Mr. Bryant, is proud to announce the Student of the Week, Aiden Smith. Aiden is a classic example of a student who keeps his head down and achieves. He exhibits an outstanding work ethic in shop labs and on theory assignments. Aiden is currently seeking his Network Pro certification.
State has Reached One Gigawatt of Installed Solar Generation and Rapid Growth of Solar Construction is Continuing
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) announced today that the Commonwealth’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS) program has surpassed one gigawatt (GW) or 1,000 megawatts (MW) of solar energy. This is an important milestone to help cement Pennsylvania’s position as an energy leader and accelerate innovation across a diverse set of energy technologies.
G2 Gymnastics of Shinglehouse participated in the Pumpkin Fall Fest in Johnstown, PA hosted by Uzelac Gymnastics. This was the first regular season competition with twenty-nine G2 members traveling to the event. The level 2’s earned 1st place in the Team Division along with XCEL Gold and Platinum earning 2nd, and XCEL Silvers taking 3rd. G2 had 13 members qualify to the Pennsylvania State Championships at their first competition of the season: Silver-Emilia Lineman, Ella Amidon, Sawyer Garfield, Avery Vosler, Lydia West; Gold – Mae Joyce, Brinley Rossrucker, Reagan Artlip, Shelby Chamberlain, Ava LaBella, Harper Joyce; Platinum: Carly Reed and Catence Taylor
Congratulation to our top 2 All Around Champions: Level 2 – Berkley Rovder (1st-36.65), Rhayna Coffed (1st-35.85), Brynlee Haines (2nd-35.275), Etta George (2nd-35.15); Gold – Shelby Chamberlain (1st-36.95); Platinum – Carly Reed (1st-36.025), Catence Taylor (1st-37.275); Diamond – Irelyn Rounsville (1st-34.35).
G2 Gymnastics will continue to train for their upcoming competitions. There are many programs for boys and girls with gymnastics classes beginning at age 3 and ninja classes beginning at age 4. New class enrollment will open online on December 18th for the new session beginning January 2nd. Don’t miss out on all the fun. For more information or to register, visit: www.g2gym.com, or email g2gymandfitness@gmail.com.
The Ulysses Area Improvement sponsored the annual Community Christmas and it was hosted by TRI-Town Fire Dept on Saturday, December 9th. There were Christmas movies for the kids, members of the Ulysses Baptist Church Choir led Christmas Carols , Santa & Mrs Claus and Rudolf arrived at the Fire Hall in 47-3 driven by Fire Department President Dan Borkholder. Kids of all ages visited with Santa to give him their wish list. Visitors enjoyed hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips and homemade cookies and coco.
There was a parade and a tree lighting ceremony. Listed here are the winners from the parade:
SH Concert Band is pictured during Friday’s concert, under the direction of Mr. Brad Stewart.
The Port Allegany Music Department presented a Holiday Band Concert Friday at PAHS. The concert featured the Elementary Bands, the Junior High Concert Band, Senior High Concert Band and the Senior High Jazz Band.
The concert began with the Junior HIgh Band playing Festival of Lights, The Rowan Tree, Old English Carol and A Visit From St. Nicholas with Mr. Ben Palmer as Narrator. Members of the Junior High Concert Band include Molly Barber, Mallory Johnson, Kaitlyn Kallenborn, Olivia Lilly and Bailey Lloyd on Flute; Ella Amell, Svea Ayers, Destiny Culver Owen Marzella, Jonah McKeirnan, Leila Stuckey and Kyra Tankersley on Clarinet; Elijah Gant on Bass Clarinet; Gianna Glasgow, Draven Green, brock Marsiglio and Lillianne Reed on Alto Saxophone; Steven Alcock, Bryce Fessenden, Alayna Palmer and Brody O’Rourke on Trumpet; Garrin Wright on Trombone; David Garcia, Holden Hammond, Adrian Penick and Jackson Smith on Baritone; Delaney Stromberg on Tuba; Brody Kazimer on Key Bass; and Weston Foltz, Benjamin Gutshall, Trace Kazimer, Holden Nance, Lily O’Rourke and Joseph Reed on Percussion.
David “Dave” Mancuso, Jr., 43, of Ridgway, PA died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his home.
Born in St. Marys on February 9, 1980, he was the son of David Mancuso, Sr. and the late Sally Hanes. He was a 1998 graduate of St. Marys Area High School and was employed as a chef by The Royal Inn in Ridgway.
He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Marys and enjoyed playing basketball and cooking.
Those surviving are his father and stepmother, David and Vonda Mancuso, Sr., his son, Xaiver Ellis; his daughters, Deziree Mancuso, Allisyn Mancuso and Madilyn Mancuso; his brother, Shawn Mancuso; his sisters, Melissa and Jennifer Mancuso; his grandchild, Lucas Taylor; his nieces and nephews, Tiana, Chloe, Trevor, Landon, and Carmine; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother and paternal grandparents, Sam and Dixie Mancuso.
Furlong Funeral Home, 50 Broad St., Summerville, Pa. has been entrusted with the final arrangements for Mr. Mancuso.
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, at the Saint Boniface Catholic Church in Kersey, PA, 15846.
Memorial donations may be made to his daughters to help defray the cost of funeral expenses.
Friends and family may order flowers, light a memorial candle, share a memory and obtain additional information by visiting http://www.furlongfuneralhome.com.
