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Painting the Holidays With Jessie
Painting with Jessie is fun and relaxing! In this holiday series, professional watercolorist Jessie Vaughn will teach you how to paint beautiful holiday plaques or Christmas cards. No previous experience in watercolors is needed, as Jessie is comfortable teaching all levels.
Choose one of the following 1.5-hour classes (or sign up for more than one!):
- Leaves with Thanksgiving sayings – Plaque size 8” x 16”
- Fall leaves – Frameable 8” x10” or 11”x 14”
- Christmas saying – Plaque 8” x16”
- Selection of 4 Christmas cards you can paint
All plaques and prints are unframed, but Jessie will help you wax them to preserve them. All are sized-to-fit frames available from Amazon, Walmart, Michaels, etc.
Class times are Wednesday, October 25th from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., 5:30 – 7:00 p.m., or Thursday, October 26th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. The cost is $25/person for each class, and all supplies are provided. Classes will be held at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. Class size is limited, so register ASAP at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877. If you have a group of 6 – 10 people who would like to have your own class, call (814) 274-4877 to arrange a date and time.
Bradford Knights’ Chess registration scheduled at School Street Elementary
Do you like to play games? If you enjoy games, you’ll love chess!
To learn how to play chess or to hone your skills, visit the Bradford Knights’ Chess Club at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 at School Street Elementary. Players should register at the door. Use the lower North Center Street entrance.
The club meets in the School Street Elementary cafeteria each Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. All students in grades 2 through 12 are invited to join the Scholastic Chess Program.
Coudersport Ambulance to Rt. 6 West
At 11:59 AM on Wednesday, Coudersport ambulance has been called to Rt. 6 West for a man to go to UPMC Cole.
Shirley A. Confer, 90, of Bradford, PA
Shirley A. Confer, 90, of Bradford, PA passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
She was born on May 15, 1933 in Bradford; a daughter of the late James and Anna Kline Weaver.
She was a 1951 graduate of the Bradford Senior High School.
On August 8, 1953 in the Sawyer EUB Church; she married William D. Confer who preceded her in death on November 9, 2016.
She was employed for several years in the office of the Bradford Era and finally at WESB radio before retiring.
Water Line Break in Independence
Town of Independence
We have a break in a water line. Please use water sparingly.
UPDATE: Water is fixed. There is not a boil water advisory in effect. The pressure has been up and the water is chlorinated.
2 Vehicle Crash on Rt. 321 in Kane Borough
At 11:07 AM on Wednesday, Kane Fire & Ambulance & Mt Jewett ambulance have been dispatched to 7292 Rt. 321 in front of the Shed Guy for a 2-vehicle crash with injuries.
11:15 AM–Wilcox Ambulance dispatched.
Roulette Ambulance to Sartwell Creek Road
At 10:00 AM on Wednesday, Roulette Ambulance was called to Sartwell Creek Road for difficulty breathing.
PUC Commissioner Zerfuss Appointed to Newly Formed Presidential Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning
Joint Initiative of NARUC, U.S. DOE Will Facilitate the Development of State Planning Roadmaps for Enhanced Gas Infrastructure and Utility Decarbonization
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Commissioner Kathryn L. Zerfuss has been appointed to a newly formed Presidential Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning established by the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) and the United States Department of Energy (DOE).
Launched in July, the new national task force will assist state commissions in developing their own roadmaps related to gas distribution infrastructure planning and future technology investment options to achieve utility decarbonization in the coming decades.
“I am honored to be appointed and represent Pennsylvania on the Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning,” Commissioner Zerfuss said. “State-level decarbonization goals present utility regulators and jurisdictional utilities with new and complex challenges – with many regulators lacking sufficient information to make gas investment decisions within current frameworks.
“This task force and the collaboration and cooperation it brings will provide”
Kennel Attendant Positions Available at Teacher’s Pet in Coudersport
Position: Dog Caretaker
3 positions available
Please call 814-203-6532 if interested.
Work hours: Various shifts depending on shelter needs. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when needed.
Typical hours are
7am to 1pm or
5pm to 9pm
Job Duties
Safely and humanely move and/or relocate canines to the various areas of the shelter based on medical or behavioral issues. Bath dogs as needed.
Pennsylvania Lumber Museum
Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8, 2023
Rain or Shine, 9 AM to 5 PM
$8.00/ Adult, $5.00/ Youth (ages 4 to 11)
This year’s Fall Antique Show & Sawmill Run will be held on Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th. Northern Pennsylvania typically reaches peak fall foliage conditions around this time so the forests surrounding the museum will (hopefully) be decked in rich and beautiful colors.
The Antique Show features multiple antique vendors who will be selling their wares in the museum program room. Our vendors have a little bit of everything, including antique tools, vintage clothing, collectible coins, glassware, books, and furniture. Vendors open 9am-5pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase. No ATM is available on site so plan your visit accordingly.
Outside, the museum grounds will come alive with historic trade demonstrations. On Saturday 10/7 (ONLY) the engines of our steam-powered circular sawmill will be running from 10 AM to 3 PM. Other demonstrations will be happening over both days of the event at the birch still, lumber camp kitchen, blacksmith shop, and the Eastern Loggers model railroad display.
It’s a great time to visit the museum. Hope to see you there!
Riss-Dale Farm Trucking Is Hiring
Kevin Risser
814-203-1653
Riss-Dale Farm Trucking
MC# 860642
House Fire on Ding Dang Road in Charleston Twp.
At 11:17 PM on Tuesday, Wellsboro & Middlebury Fire Depts along with Elkland for RIT dispatched to a report of a house fire at 591 Ding Dang Road. Caller reports fire in the wall. Responder reports nothing showing from outside. Chimney fire with extension into the wall.
11:52 PM–REPORT FIRE OUT.
Two Pick Up Crash In Millerton Twp.
On September 26 at 7:08 pm, Millerton and Big Elm were dispatched to a two-pick-up truck crash on Farm View Rd. in Millerton with two head injuries all patients self-extricated.
LIBERTY PRESSED METALS PRESENT CHECK
Elk County- Doug Gaffey, Owner of Liberty Pressed Metals and President of St. Marys Area United Way along, Shane Ford, President of Liberty Pressed presented a generous donation to Jason Gabler, St. Marys Area United Way Corporate Campaign Chair, Doug Bauer, United Way Payroll Program Chair, Jim Ryan, United Way Vice-President; Leah Whiteman United Way board member, and Mark Saline United Way board member. Liberty Pressed Metals is a local powder metal company located in Kersey, Pennsylvania, and is engaged in the design, engineering, and production of Powder Metals (PM) components for use in the automotive, lawn and garden, office equipment, power tool, home appliance and Industrial and Commercial Conveyor markets in North America.
Howard A. NIXON, Sr., 82, of Southampton, NJ
Howard A. NIXON, Sr., 82, of Southampton, NJ, died Saturday, September 23, 2023 in Cambridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Moorestown, NJ.
Born July 30, 1941, in Mount Holly, NJ, he was the son of Howard G. and Pearl E. Nixon. He served honorably with the US Air National Guard from 1960-1964. On June 23, 1979, in Mount Holly, he married the former Susan J. Noden, who survives.
Howard was employed as Corporal of Police starting in 1965 for the Delaware Port Authority and worked for 27 years. He retired on January 2, 1992 and moved to Westfield, PA.
House Fire in Salamanca
At 6:06 PM on Tuesday, Bradford dispatched with Tower 1 to assist Salamanca with a house fire at 679 Front Street.
Killbuck Fire Dept. dispatched mutual aid to assist. Other mutual aid dispatched.
Reported to be a working house fire at this location.
Shinglehouse Dispatched For Automatic Fire Alarm
At 5:40 PM on Tuesday, Shinglehouse Fire Dept. has been dispatched to 307 West Academy Street for an automatic structure fire alarm.
Roulette Ambulance to Third Street
At 5:20 PM on Tuesday, Roulette Ambulance has been called to Third Street for a male with possible seizures.
Teachers Pet Is Seeking Dog Care Takers
Position: Dog Caretaker
3 positions available
Please call 814-203-6532 if interested.
Work hours: Various shifts depending on shelter needs. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when needed.
Typical hours are
7am to 1pm or
5pm to 9pm
Job Duties
Safely and humanely move and/or relocate canines to the various areas of the shelter based on medical or behavioral issues. Bath dogs as needed.
Provide clean water to all canines throughout the day and properly feed at the scheduled times. Periodically provide mental enrichment exercise via food distributing tools or assistance with play groups.
Monitor and observe all canine health needs and administer medications as prescribed by the shelter veterinarian. Communicate animal health concerns and needs to your supervisor.
Working in a team environment, take work direction from your co-workers and supervisors to improve your skill set, safe animal handling practices, or disease management protocol.
Clean all interior and exterior canine areas of the shelter daily to include public hallways, kennels, isolation, outdoor shared areas, and runs. Daily cleaning includes, but is not limited to the scooping of urine, feces, vomit or other canine excrement, sweeping and mopping of all canine-related areas, replacing bedding and toys as needed, washing, drying, folding and restocking clean laundry.
Complete deep cleaning of all kennels as needed, in addition to daily cleaning tasks. Deep cleaning includes, but is not limited to the spraying/scrubbing all surfaces, disinfecting, and rinsing of the kennels and runs.
Maintain a clean and organized work space. Promptly discard worn or torn linens, toys, food, or trash to minimize odors, transmittal of illness, and cluttered work areas.
Assist potential adopters by honestly answering questions about the animals, energy level, temperament, behaviors, and any known health issues. Recommend the adopters spend time with specific animals that may be a good match for the household.
Provide information and educate visitors about the animals housed at the shelter. Provide friendly direction and monitor visitors and volunteers interaction with the animals to ensure proper interaction and a safe environment.
Provide timely updates to the communication chat to relay any information
Collect all trash and take to dumpster prior to closing the shelter for the night.
Change solution in scoop bucket.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Confidence and ability to work with canines of varying sizes and weights. Shelter animals can be unpredictable or aggressive. Knowledge and observation of canine posturing behaviors are preferred but not required.
Ability to properly handle and dispose of animal waste, hazardous chemicals/materials and sharp objects.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma, or equivalent.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor both within the rescue and the public.
Ability to approach staff, volunteers, and the public to openly discuss the shelter, its mission, and the animals in a friendly, honest, and professional manner.
Must have reliable transportation and be dependable. The shelter animal’s health and welfare depend on your attendance.
Valid driver’s license required or reliable transportation
Paychecks are every two weeks.
Physical demands and working environment
Ability to work in an emotionally taxing field – a positive attitude and sense of humor are essential.
Work is performed in an animal shelter. There is a potential for exposure to environmental factors such as temperature variations, high noise levels, zoonotic diseases, animal waste, strong odors, hazardous chemicals or chemical materials requiring OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), anesthetics, sharp objects, and potential hostile persons and/or dangerous and unpredictable animals.
Ability to multi-task in a constantly changing environment.
Must be able to work assigned shift, including weekends, holidays.
Ability to stay standing or active during entire shift; lift and carry objects and animals ; lift, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull and other strenuous activities.
This position has a 90 day probationary period.
This is an at-will position.
William Myers Is The Student Of The Week
The SHCTC Networking and Security instructor, Mr. Bryant is proud to announce the Student of the Week, William Myers. Wiliam, a senior at Smethport High School has demonstrated the resiliency and persistence needed for success in his future endeavors. He provides consistent help to his classmates and exhibits an outstanding work ethic in shop labs and on theory assignments. William earned his PC Pro certification in May and is currently seeking his Network Pro certification.