Free Concert At The Coudersport Consistory November 16th
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Wires Down In Harrison Twp.
On November 12, at 10:22 am Westfield and Harrison Valley Fire Depts. were dispatched to 3071 N. Fork Rd. for wires down across the roadway.
Potter County Conservation District Seeking Outreach and Communications Advisor
Job Announcement: Outreach and Communications Advisor
The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outreach and Communications Advisor. The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to oversee the general planning, development, and direction of all communications of the District. Coordinate programs, social media, news releases, and other forms or publication to build and sustain a positive image of the District in the public. The qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain required clearances, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates are preferred to have a degree in an Environmental Field (Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, etc.), Communications, Public Relations, or another related field. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs.
The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or
national origin.
Contact the Potter County Conservation District for an employment application and full job description at 814-320-4012, or at j.childs@pottercd.com
Deadline for cover letter, application, and resume is November 30th, 2024. Please send a cover letter, application, and resume to:
Jason Childs
Potter County Conservation District
107 Market Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
or
PCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the PCCD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Roulette Twp. Water Restrictions
ATTENTION WATER CUSTOMERS: this weekend our well level fell to 25 feet and put us in mandatory water restrictions. The rain we had yesterday will not be enough to put us above that mark for very long, if at all. Thankfully we are in the colder months but the mandatory restrictions are for no excess water used for anything other than daily household use. We will notify you when it is lifted. As always thank you for your patience and understanding.
Veterans Day Celebration at Port Allegany Elementary School
The annual Port Allegany Elementary School Veterans Day Celebration was held Monday morning at the school. The two part ceremony began outside in the parking lot of the school. Elementary Principal Greg Oliver welcomed the Veterans and Student Body. Participating with Mr. Oliver in the outdoor ceremony were Pastor and Veteran J.T. Madison, Boy Scouts under the direction of Boy Scout Leader Nick Valentine, Veteran Marcus Borowsky and the Port Allegany Honor Guard. Speaker for the outdoor part of the ceremony was Vince Berrettini. The indoor ceremony began with the introduction of over 60 Veterans including speaker Lieutenant Colonel Joseph G. Keary. The Elementary Ensembly sang the Star Spangled Banner under the direction of Jen Guncheon. After a video presentation, the student body sang America the Beautiful. Veterans and the students who invited them to the Veterans Day Celebration visited and had photos taken before the Veterans were invited to the Gator Den for refreshments.
Embankment Stabilization Project Continues on Route 44 in Lycoming County
Motorists are advised that a two-year embankment stabilization project continues on Route 44 between Route 973 and Waterville in Cummings Township and between Route 220 and Torbert Lane in Watson Township, Lycoming County.
The week of Tuesday, November 12, 2024, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, will begin removing the traffic signals and temporary barrier between village of Ramsey and 0.5 mile north of the Pine Creek Inn in Cummings Township.
Robert J. Turner, 87, of Warren, Pa
Robert J. Turner, 87, of Warren, Pa, died on Friday November 8, 2024, at UPMC Hamot Hospital, Erie, PA, after an extended illness.
He was born on December 8, 1936, in Clarksville, Pa, the son of the late Gerald J. and Hildred Dorothy Scott Turner. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Shirley Largent and Garaldine Adamson. Bob was a Warren area resident from 1973 to 2001, moving to Erie, Pa, and back to Warren in 2013.
Week Two of PAHS Seniors Visiting Rotary
Week two of PAHS Seniors visiting Rotary took place November 7 at the Port Allegany Moose Lodge. Azriel Luk is the son of Stephanie and Randy Taylor and the grandson of Barb Bockoras. He is a member of the Class of 2025 at PAHS and attends the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center.
Rotary Donates to the United Way
Rotarian Joe Lashway presented Sarah Lonzi with a check for the United Way of Bradford (McKean County). The presentation was made following the regular weekly meeting of the club. Lonzi was the guest speaker for the day. She is the Director of the United Way.
David G. Anderson, 75, of 6624 Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road, Johnsonburg
David G. Anderson, 75, of 6624 Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road, Johnsonburg, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 8, 2024.
He was born to the late J. Richard and Germaine Rippon Anderson on August 26, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA. David resided in the Wilcox and Johnsonburg area for the past forty-plus years. He attended Holy Rosary Grade School, Elk County Christian High School, and Penn State University, where he majored in Materials Engineering.
James Andrew Johnson of Ridgway Pennsylvania
James Andrew Johnson of Ridgway Pennsylvania passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, November 8th, 2024.
James was born on October 3, 1940 to late Andrew and Bernice Pollick. He was later adopted by George and Isabel Johnson. James attended Ridgway high school and later went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps. James served as a Marine from 1959-1963. Later that year, he went on and married Sandra Gier of Ridgway on November 16, 1963. James had three children Kevin, Kimberly, and Crieg.
Edward C. Palmer, of Toby Road, Kersey
Edward C. Palmer, of Toby Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Penn Highlands DuBois. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
A Season of Giving: Cards for Troops & Holiday Book Gifting Programs Begin This Week
Emporium, PA – This holiday season, the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library is kicking off two beloved traditions – the Cards for Troops and Holiday Book Gifting Programs – to spread cheer and give back to both our community’s children and those serving abroad. These initiatives launch this week, bringing the spirit of the holidays to Emporium!
Cards for Troops: Crafting Gratitude Across Borders
Starting now through December 7, the library’s Cards for Troops program invites young creators and families alike to make personalized holiday cards for military service members. These heartfelt creations will join Emporium’s Military Christmas Boxes, delivering messages of appreciation and festive joy to those serving far from home.
- Get Crafty! Pick up a Take-Home Craft Kit at the library, located at 27 West 4th Street, Emporium. Kits are packed with a blank card, festive stickers, pre-written messages to personalize, and other fun decor materials to bring each card to life. Glue sticks are available upon request, and creators are encouraged to add their personal touch with markers, crayons, or colored pencils from home.
- Return Deadline: All completed cards should be returned to the library by December 7 for inclusion in the Christmas Boxes.
Port Allegany Ambulance To N. Brooklynside Rd.
On November 11, at 3:34 pm Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to N Brooklynside Rd forba person hemorrhaging
Rotary Club of Bradford sponsored a hotdog luncheon at Futures Rehabilitation Center in Bradford
The Rotary Club of Bradford volunteered at and sponsored a hotdog luncheon Friday at Futures Rehabilitation Center in Bradford. Pictured left to right are Margie Kibbie, Futures; Rotarian, Steve Morgan, President and CEO of Futures;
Mathew Lamphier, Futures; Rotary Club President, Ben Kirsch; and Rotarian Nate Higbie. The lunch was the first of two “lunch and learn” programs at the center. Friday’s program featured DJ Benzo (AKA club president Ben Kirsch) who played classic and contemporary tunes. The program participants at Futures loved the music and some
even had an impromptu dance party! The program was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bradford with a matching grant from Rotary District #7280.
Student of the Week Brayden Shuey
Michelle Lin “Mickey” Swackhamer, 75, of Bradford, PA.
Michelle Lin “Mickey” Swackhamer, 75, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Olean General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Born September 25, 1949, in New Martinsville, WV she was a daughter of the late John J. “Jack” and Eleanor Jane (Leap) Walker, Jr.
She attended Magnolia High School in New Martinsville, WV until 1965 before moving to Limestone, NY where she was a 1967 graduate of Limestone High School. She graduated top of her class from Olean Business Institute in 1968.
On April 11, 1970, in St. Patrick Church, Limestone, NY, she married Daniel J. Swackhamer, who preceded her in death on July 6, 1989.
Mickey worked for the YWCA as a Legal Advocate for 33 years and most recently as a Systems and Training liaison for the last two.
Robert J. “Mushy” Marsh, 76, of Crosby, PA
Robert J. “Mushy” Marsh, 76, of Crosby, passed away Saturday (November 9, 2024) at his home.
He was born March 14, 1948 in Port Allegany, a son of Robert and Dorothy (Cunningham) Marsh.
He was a 1967 graduate of Smethport Area High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1970 in Vietnam.
Mr. Marsh worked at several different jobs in his life, ultimately as a laborer at the Crosby Sawmill before retiring.
He was a member of the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby and the Smethport VFW Post #2497. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and he loved working on cars.
