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SENECA HIGHLANDS INTERMEDIATE UNIT 9 PARTNERS WITH ZITO BUSINESS TO IMPROVE BROADBAND ACCESS IN SCHOOLS
New contract increases Internet bandwidth 22% while cutting costs 8%.
Smethport, PA, July 10, 2023 –The Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9 (IU9) has reached an agreement with Zito Business to improve technology access to regional schools. The new five-year contracts increase available bandwidth for teaching and learning by 3 Gigabits per second to 21 local schools while saving local taxpayers $110,000.
“Inflation is squeezing school budgets across the region,” said Brock Benson, Executive Director of IU9. “That’s why we are especially pleased to announce this long-term agreement that actually reduces technology costs for local schools.”
The contracts with Zito Business were awarded after a competitive procurement process conducted by Dellicker Strategies, a Lehigh Valley based technology services company. IU9 has been working with Dellicker for 18 years to improve their technology infrastructure.
Zito Business is a Coudersport-based company that has become a national leader in delivering high-speed broadband access in rural areas. “This project proves that private companies investing their own capital can effectively bridge the digital divide,” said James Rigas, Zito Media’s President. “If we can serve northern Pennsylvania, we can serve anywhere.”
IU9 has been providing Internet access and services to regional schools for more than two decades. In 2005, IU9 organized local districts in a purchasing consortium for Internet access. One of the first initiatives of its kind in Pennsylvania, the project combined the buying power of regional districts to incentivize broadband investment and reduce costs.
“It’s amazing to see how far we’ve come,” said Ed Bell, Director of Technology at IU9. Mr. Bell has been a part of this since 2009. Before the consortium, regional districts paid an average of $970 per month for 2.5 Megabits per second (Mbps) of Internet access. Today, they pay $938 per month for 1,063 Mbps. That’s 425 times the bandwidth for eight percent less money. “Not a bad deal,” said Mr. Bell.
Some of those cost reductions are due to changing market conditions, explained Mr. Bell. But IU9 has achieved remarkable success in the most rural parts of Pennsylvania negotiating pricing and service levels that are comparable to the best deals in the biggest cities. Mr. Bell credits the cohesiveness of the consortium, “This is an example of what can happen when our 14 regional school districts serviced by IU9 work together to solve the challenge of needing reliable internet at a competitive price.”
Districts aren’t required to cooperate on technology purchases, explained Mr. Bell. They can negotiate their own agreements or conduct their own procurements. But they work together with IU9 because it promotes technology investment while benefiting students and taxpayers alike. “The schools work together because it produces results,” said Mr. Bell.
The districts began taking delivery of the new service on July 1, 2023.
Fire & EMS Dispatched For Crash Reports on Route 15 Southbound
At 10:29 PM on Wednesday, Mansfield & Blossburg Fire & EMS have been dispatched to a vehicle crash on the southbound Route 15 near MM 174. (Nothing found on this one)
At 10:30 PM on Wednesday, Liberty & Blossburg have been dispatched to a second crash on the southbound lane just past the Sebring Interchange. 3 occupants with possible injuries.
UPMC to Host “Find Your Fit” Hiring Event
Coudersport, Pa., July 6, 2023 – UPMC in North Central Pa. is hosting an in-person Find Your Fit event on Tuesday, July 18, for those interested in beginning a career at UPMC. The event is open to anyone who is looking for a position within UPMC, including current employees. The Find Your Fit event will take place at the Wellness Center at UPMC Cole, 1001 E. 2nd St., Coudersport, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The career focused event will feature:
- Opportunities to interview in-person and potential to receive a same-day job offer.
- Find your fit at UPMC and learn about opportunities eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $15,000.
- Explore Total Rewards packages for employees, designed to support total well-being – physically, financially, and emotionally.
- Connect with leaders to learn more about UPMC in North Central Pa. and jobs available.
- Meet with current employees to hear about their UPMC experience.
- Review resumes with UPMC’s Human Resources team or receive assistance creating one.
Those interested in attending can RSVP by emailing ta.ncpa@UPMC.edu.
Visit careers.UPMC.com for additional information on the Find Your Fit event as well as to explore current opportunities with UPMC in North Central Pa.
Man Struck By Vehicle on SR 19 Near Scio
At 9:25 PM on Wednesday, Scio & Wellsville have been dispatched to a report of a male struck by a vehicle on SR 19 near the Kwik Fill. Air medical requested. Serious injury reported.
CHERRY SPRINGS STATE PARK OFFERS FREE IN-PERSON PROGRAMS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, JULY 14 & 15
Free in-person programs are this Friday and Saturday July 14 and 15 at Cherry Springs State Park at 4639 Springs Road, Coudersport, Pa. 16915. The park is 12 miles from Route 6 in Galeton via West Branch Road and 15 miles from Coudersport via Route 44.
Star gazing programs are all held in the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited and nights can be chilly, those attending may want to bring a chair and/or blanket. Programs will be cancelled in the event of rain or thunder. Telescopes will not be available if there is significant cloud-cover. Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions.
All visitors should arrive before dark, including those who plan to observe the night sky on their own and are asked to leave pets at home.
Registration is encouraged but not required for free in-person programs. People who choose to register will receive an email if a program is cancelled or modified due to weather, etc.
Park Welcome & Walking Tour is This Friday, July 14 from 8pm to 8:45pm
Coming to a Night Sky Program this Friday, July 14 but arriving early? Meet park staff at the kiosk by the Night Sky Public Viewing Area to go on a short, guided walk of park facilities, learning about their past, present and future. The kiosk is next to the restrooms near the gravel lot. All ages are welcome. Expect to walk less than a mile on mostly level terrain.
Launch Into Space – Yard Games are This Saturday, July 15 from 7pm to 7:45pm
Launch into space by joining park staff for astronomy-themed educational yard games. These fun, family-friendly, free games will provide an intro to astronomy and are a great way to ease into the Night Sky Tour program.
Nature at Night is This Saturday, July 15 from 8pm to 8:45pm
Coming to a Night Sky Program this Saturday, July 15, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family-friendly Nature at Night Program that features fascinating creatures. Possible topics are: fireflies, owls bats, black bears and more.
Night Sky Tour – Intro to the Summer Sky is This Friday and Saturday, July 14 and 15 from 9:15pm to 10pm
Experience the wonder of a starry night at Cherry Springs State Park during a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff that is great for beginners. Learn how to find the Big Dipper and the North Star and a few key summer constellations. Listen as staff recounts the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky. Learn about park history, current use, and the importance of dark night skies.
Through Our Telescopes: Hidden in Plain Sight is This Friday and Saturday, July 14 and 15 from 10:15pm to 11pm
Under the guidance of park volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky. Look through park telescopes at some of the hidden wonders of the night sky, searching for double-stars and other features tucked into well-known constellations. In July, we may even bring out a large telescope. Telescopes are available on a first-come, first-served basis for the time listed subject to staff and volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.
Register at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/cherry_springs_state_park for park programs. Questions? Call 1-814-435-1037 or email cherryspringsee@pa.gov.
HILLS CREEK STATE PARK IS HOLDING FREE IN-PERSON PROGRAM THIS SATURDAY, JULY 15
Coming up at Hills Creek State Park at 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901-9676 is a free in-person program about bats and a survey of park bats this Saturday, July 15. The park is seven miles northeast of Wellsboro in Charleston Township via Charleston Street and Hills Creek Lake Road.
From 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. this Saturday, July 15 in the park’s Nature Center, learn about the many benefits of bats, the very real threat they face today, and what you can do to help. A Game Commission survey of bats in the park will also be held.
For more information, call the Hills Creek State Park office at 570-724-4246 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays.
Dean “Dino” Ross, 67, of Bradford, PA
Dean “Dino” Ross, 67, of Bradford, PA passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 at his home.
He was born on January 24, 1956 in Bradford; a son of Anna Psihoyeos Ross of Bradford and the late Louis Ross.
He was a 1973 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran who was stationed out of Norfolk, VA; serving from 1974 thru 1978.
He was a former member of the Wanderers Motorcycle Club. Dino’s lifelong passions were his love of motorcycles and classic cars.
Locally he was employed for various small construction jobs. After moving to Houston, TX he worked as an assistant welder for a water well drilling co. until an accident left him physically disabled.
In addition to his mother, Anna Ross of Bradford, he is also survived by three brothers, Peter Ross of Bradford, Mark Ross of Raleigh, NC and James Ross of Bradford; two aunts and one uncle.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday in the Episcopal Church of the Ascension with the Rev. John Hutnyan officiating.
Burial and committal services will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to No Feline Left Behind, P.O. Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Delbert Mark Rodgers, 91, of Warren, PA, formerly of Ludlow, PA
Delbert Mark Rodgers, 91, of Warren, PA, formerly of Ludlow, PA, died Wednesday morning, July 12, 2023, at Kinzua Valley Healthcare after an extended illness.
He was born in West Salem, PA, on May 12, 1932, the son of the late Harry Earl and Helen Hummer Rodgers.
Delbert worked many jobs through life which included, kitchen help with the former Carver House in Warren, Barrell Works in Clarendon, PA, Laborer at Welch’s Grape Co, Westfield, NY, and for the former Youngsville-Star Manufacturing Company. He was an avid animal lover and a member of ASPCA, he also loved tinkering with cars. Delbert was a member of the Kinzua Christian Fellowship Church, Warren, PA.
Delbert is survived by his daughter Judy Ann Duckett Rodgers of Northeast, PA; three grandchildren Patrick, Erin, and Eric Duckett; his brother Lee Rodgers and wife Barb of Warren, PA; nieces and nephews, Vinny Leroy Hotchkiss, Lisa Robinson, Lorie Kocjancic, Stephen Rodgers, and Beth Hoffman.
In addition to his parents, Delbert was preceded in death by his wife Beverly Joyce Hallowell, who passed in 2009; his son, Victor James Rodgers, who passed December 28, 2010; sisters- Virginia, Geraldine, and Lucielle, brother Raymond and infant brother Edward.
Friends may call the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA, on Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. A funeral and committal service will be held in the funeral home at 3:00 pm with the Rev. Larry Condron, pastor of Good News Church, officiating. Private burial will take place in Gibbs Hill Cemetery.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St., Warren, PA. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.delewisfuneralhome.com
Donna Gray Laih, 85, of North Warren, PA
Donna Gray Laih, 85, of North Warren, PA passed away on Tuesday,
July 11, 2023, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House, after a brief illness.
She was born in Warren, PA, on August 10, 1937, the daughter of the late Floyd and Doris (Lacy) Gray Anderson. Donna was a graduate of Warren Area High School, Class of 1955.
Donna married Richard “Dick” Laih in North Warren Presbyterian Church on October 8, 1955; they spent 68 loving years together.
Donna was a dedicated homemaker and talented seamstress who created many beautiful quilts which will be a legacy for her family to treasure. As a voracious reader, a book was rarely out of her sight. Her unconditional love showed through in everything she did. Her light shown brightest when she had the chance to spend time with her grandchildren whom she adored.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her two loving children, Robin Trapani of North Warren, and Darren Laih of North Warren; grandchildren, Joshua White (Misty), Kami Mazza (Tony), Sam Laih (Brooke), and Ian Laih; great grandchildren, Peyton Matson, Benny Matson, Jack White, Charlotte Mazza, Katherine White, and Eleanor Mazza.
In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her stepfather, Martin Anderson, sister Barbara Lauffer, brother-in-law, Perry Lauffer, great grandsons, Benjamin Richard White and Martin Perry White.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, on Monday July 17, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Memorial services will follow at 11:00 am in the funeral home with the Rev. Dr. Dale Haight, pastor, officiating. Burial will take place in Pine Grove Cemetery, Russell, at a later time.
E-mail condolences by be sent by visiting www.delewisfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren, PA 16365 or North Warren VFD Station 55, 12 South State St. Warren, PA 16365.
Kenneth J. Coppolo, 73, of Teaberry Road, St. Marys, PA
Kenneth J. Coppolo, 73, of Teaberry Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023, following a brief illness with his family by his side.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Sharon Kay Sprester, 70, of 20 JFK Drive, Lewis Run, PA
Sharon Kay Sprester, 70, of 20 JFK Drive, Lewis Run, PA passed away, Tuesday July 11, 2023, at her residence, surrounded by her family.
Born February 3, 1953, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late William A. and Margaret (Bridge) Goodmote. She was a 1972 graduate of Bradford High School.
On May 5, 1979, in Bradford, she married Stacy F. Sprester who survives.
Sharon was employed as a Cook and Housekeeper at Beacon Light, retiring in 2016.
Sharon enjoyed caring for her house plants, spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to her husband Stacy, of 44 years, are two daughters, Sonja (Adam Barrett) Sprester, of Lewis Run, and Ashley (Brandon Nelson) Sprester, of Lewis Run, one son, Andrew (Michelle) Sprester, of Bradford, 13 grandchildren, Shawn Hutchings Jr., Jake (Brianna) Hutchings, Corey Hutchings, Angel (Jay) Gavillan, Tanisha Sprester, Kayla Givan, Morgan Sprester, Andrew Sprester Jr. Zander Bialaszewski, Ryan Nelson, Adelyn Nelson, Ava Nelson, and Tommy DePuy, three great grandchildren, Lacy Mae, Isabella, and Amelia, two sisters, Debbie (Tim) McCormick, of Bradford, and Bridgette Burkett, of Myrtle Beach SC, two brothers, Howard Hallock, of Bradford, and Bill (Neena) Hallock, of Bradford, one sister-in-law, Lori Hallock, of Bradford, two aunts, Linda Collins, of Lewis Run, and Terri Moore, of Olean, NY, and a special family friend, Lynn Depuy, of Allegany, NY, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Scott D. Sprester, one brother, David Hallock, and one nephew, Timmy McCormick.
Family will receive friends, on Saturday, July, 15, 2023, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Avenue, at which time funeral and committal services will be held with Pastor Chris Flagg of Lafayette Evangelical Church, officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired may be made to the American Cancer Society, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
RECALLS
Ziyad Brothers Importing Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Jameed Soup Starter
Ziyad Brothers Importing of Cicero, IL, is recalling its 35.2 fluid ounce packages of Ziyad Brand Jameed Soup Starter because it does not declare milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled Ziyad Brand Jameed Soup Starter was distributed nationwide in retail stores and through Amazon.
All product that is labeled as Ziyad Brand Jameed Soup Starter and sold in a 35.2 fluid ounce tetra pak container with UPC code 0 74265 00597 1 is included in this recall.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered during a routine internal company review that the product was distributed in packaging that disclosed the presence of “lactic casein powder” in the ingredient list but it did not further clarify that this ingredient is derived from “milk.”
PennDOT Unveils Memorial to Fallen Workers
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation(PennDOT) was joined by representatives from the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) this morning at an unveiling ceremony for a memorial honoring the PennDOT District 2 employees who lost their lives in the line of duty since 1970. PennDOT will permanently display it at their District 2 Office at 70 PennDOT Drive in Clearfield.
“PennDOT’s priority is always the safety of its workforce and the traveling public,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “Despite all the precautions we take to keep everyone safe, tragedy can still strike if we forget even for a moment that safety is everyone’s responsibility.”
Since 1970, five PennDOT District 2 employees have lost their lives in the line of duty. Their names and the dates of their passing are as follows:
- Walter Lane, August 28, 1970
- John Coble, June 19, 1972
- Gerald Confer, September 19, 1984
- Jack Griffin, October 1, 2010
- Timothy Fitch, June 14, 2021
The traveling PennDOT Worker’s Memorial was on display during the proceedings. It honors all 90 PennDOT employees killed in the line of duty across the commonwealth since 1970 when the department was established. Bradford County maintenance crews created it in 1996 following the death of their co-worker Leah Rumsey, who was struck and killed by a civilian vehicle while she was flagging in a work zone. The traveling memorial will remain in Clearfield throughout the week.
Walter Francis with AFSCME commended PennDOT and all highway workers for putting their lives at risk daily to maintain our roadway infrastructure. “We thank you for doing your part to help keep Pennsylvanians safe. We ask that drivers return the favor by slowing down, obeying the posted speed limit inside and out of work zones, avoiding distracted driving behaviors, and always buckling up.
Lieutenant Gregory Kunselman of PSP Troop C spoke about two distinct programs related to active work zones. Under Title 75, Section 3326, motorists caught by police driving 11 miles per hour or more above the posted speed limit in an active work zone, or who are involved in a crash in an active work zone and are convicted for failing to drive at a safe speed, automatically lose their license for 15 days. Additionally, fines for certain traffic violations — including speeding, driving under the influence, and failure to obey traffic devices — are doubled for active work zones. The law also provides for up to five years of additional jail time for individuals convicted of homicide by vehicle for a crash that occurred in an active work zone.
Under Title 75, Section 3369, fines are allowed to be administered through the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement (AWZSE) program. Pennsylvania’s AWZSE program, first implemented in March 2020, uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Work Zones that have an AWZSE system present and active will have unique signs in advance of the enforcement area, alerting drivers to the upcoming enforcement. Registered owners receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points are assessed to driver’s licenses. For more information on the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program, including a list of projects where the units are deployed, visit https://workzonecameras.penndot.gov/.
“These programs exist to keep everyone safe on the highway,” said Lieutenant Kunselman. “These aren’t just the names of fallen PennDOT workers up here. They were someone’s son or daughter, someone’s spouse, someone’s mom or dad. They deserved to come home to that family safely, but tragically they did not. We’re asking everyone to take a moment to reflect on that and do their part to prevent us from adding another name to these memorials.”
According to PennDOT data, in 2022 there were 1,293 work zone crashes that resulted in 14 fatalities. Additionally, PennDOT monitors work zone safety with internal reports that showed there were 171 reported intrusions in PennDOT work zones. Of those intrusions, 13 resulted in injuries to PennDOT employees. Another 57 resulted in damage to PennDOT equipment or vehicles, and 101 did not result in injury or damage but had the potential to do so.
For more information on work zone safety, visit www.PennDOT.pa.gov/Safety
Motorists are encouraged to “Know Before They Go” by checking conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
Subscribe to PennDOT news in Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter counties at www.penndot.gov/District2.
Lafayette, Corydon Dispatched For Power Line in Roadway
At 3:55 PM on Wednesday, Lafayette & Corydon Fire Depts. have been dispatched to a hot electric wire down in the roadway near 3624 Route 321. A small brush fire is also reported at that location.
Power company notified. 2 hour estimated response.
Pennsylvania State Police Presents Medal of Honor, Recognizes Exceptional Contributions
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) today recognized with awards the exceptional deeds and services performed by employees last year. The awards, presented during a ceremony at Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg, included the Pennsylvania State Police Medal of Honor, the highest recognition bestowed by the Department.
“The Pennsylvania State Police Medal of Honor is presented to members distinguished by a gallant and intrepid action which goes above and beyond the call of duty,” PSP Commissioner Colonel Christopher Paris said. “The action, involving risk of serious injury or loss of life, must have been one of personal bravery or self-sacrifice.”
Receiving the Medal of Honor is Trooper Johnathan H. Sutton, of Troop E, Girard. On June 25, 2022, Trooper Sutton observed an SUV exit a parking lot at a high rate of speed. As Trooper Sutton began to follow, the operator suddenly stopped in the roadway and, without warning, a passenger exited with a handgun and fired approximately 11 rounds. Trooper Sutton returned fire through the front windshield of his patrol car, compelling the suspects to retreat and flee.
Trooper Sutton pursued the SUV until it struck a parked vehicle and the occupants escaped on foot. As they fled, the passenger fired additional rounds at an Erie Police Department patrolman. It was later learned the suspects committed an armed robbery before fleeing the parking lot.
The Trooper of the Year award was presented to Trooper Jonnie W. Schooley III, of Troop D, Beaver, for his actions July 29 while apprehending a suspect who threatened people with a gun at an Aliquippa convenience store. Trooper Schooley, who was shot and seriously injured during the incident, previously was awarded the Pennsylvania State Police Purple Heart and the Commendation Medal.
The Enforcement Officer of the Year award was presented to Liquor Enforcement Officers Andrew P. Delaney and Tori T. Odom. On October 17, while conducting a minor patrol detail around liquor establishments in Bucks County, LEOs Delaney and Odom heard gunshots coming from the parking lot of a pub. LEOs Delaney and Odom immediately ran toward the gunfire and provided medical care to two gunshot victims.
The Police Communications Operator of the Year award was presented to PCO Dane W. Reighter, of Troop H, Harrisburg. On April 29, 2022, PCO Reighter overheard EMS dispatches to a tractor rollover, where the tractor had rolled on top of the operator, trapping him in a creek. PCO Reighter immediately dispatched a nearby trooper and gave directions to the location of the incident. The trooper was able to free the operator from underneath the tractor and remove him from the creek.
The Employee of the Year was presented P. Kimberly Milnes, who recently retired as Troop Administrative Manager at Troop M, Bethlehem. Milnes was recognized for leadership and work performance that far exceeded the criteria expected of her.
Commissioner’s Area Command Significant Achievement Awards were presented to a group of personnel within each area command for an accomplishment that clearly distinguishes them and enhances the prestige of the department:
The Area I recipients are members of the Troop B, Washington Vice Unit who investigated and cleared a homicide, arresting a man suspected in another homicide and several shootings.
The Area II recipients are members of the Troop H, Carlisle Homicide Investigation Team who charged two suspects in a double homicide.
The Area III recipients are members of the Troop R Major Case Team who conducted a large-scale investigation that led to murder charges in the shooting death of a 17-year-old.
The Area IV recipients are members of the Troop J Major Case Team. Their investigative work led to the arrest of a man suspected of selling fentanyl-laced pills that killed two teenagers.
For more information about the Pennsylvania State Police, visit www.psp.pa.gov.
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for…
North central Clinton County in north central Pennsylvania.
Northwestern Lycoming County in north central Pennsylvania…
Southeastern Potter County in north central Pennsylvania…
* Until 315 PM EDT.
* At 228 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located east of Cross
Fork, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include…
Slate Run and Cammal.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
…A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHWESTERN LYCOMING…SOUTHEASTERN POTTER AND NORTH CENTRAL CLINTON COUNTIES THROUGH 245 PM EDT…
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
212 PM EDT Wed Jul 12 2023
…A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHWESTERN LYCOMING…
SOUTHEASTERN POTTER AND NORTH CENTRAL CLINTON COUNTIES THROUGH 245 PM
EDT…
At 211 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
near Cross Fork, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation
possible.
Locations impacted include…
Cross Fork, Slate Run, Tamarack and Cammal.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
UPMC Surgeon: Get Checked for a Hernia to Avoid Ending up on a Gurney
Scott Croll, M.D., FACS
General Surgery, UPMC
Do you have a bulge under your skin near your abdomen accompanied by a burning or aching that gets worse when straining? You may have a hernia.
Hernias happen when there is an opening between muscles or connective tissue. Tissues, intestines, or other organs push through these openings and cause the most common symptoms: a bulge under the skin.
Although hernias are formed the same way, there are several different types named for the different places they develop on the body. These types include:
- Umbilical Hernia – forms at the navel.
- Inguinal Hernia – forms in the groin.
- Femoral Hernia – forms below the groin.
- Epigastric Hernia – forms in the upper abdomen.
- Hiatal Hernia – forms in the diaphragm.
- Incisional Hernia – forms through a previous surgical incision.
Hernia Treatment
Usually, once a hernia has formed, the only way to treat it effectively is to fix the defect surgically. There are several surgical options: open repair, minimally invasive, or robotic. Your general surgeon will decide the best method for your personal case.
The main goal of a hernia repair is to close the opening between your muscles or connective tissue. This can be done simply by suturing it closed or by adding a mesh material. This is added for extra support in the weakened area where the hernia formed. Hernia repairs also prevent strangulation, which is when bowels or other tissues get stuck in the hernia and start to swell, cutting off the blood supply. If this happens, emergency surgery and possible bowel resection may be needed.
More recently, hernia repairs have become an outpatient surgery, a procedure that allows you to go home that same day. This is possible through minimally invasive methods involving several smaller incisions rather than one large incision. The use of robotics also aids in hernia repairs with even better precision.
How to Avoid Hernias
Hernias are formed for many reasons, and due to certain genetics, there isn’t always an option to prevent one from developing. Your sex is even a factor; for example, men are about 10 times more likely to develop inguinal hernias than women.
Other kinds of hernias may be avoided with prevention strategies. You may lower your need for hernia surgery by avoiding heavy lifting or straining after getting an incision, not smoking to help wounds from surgeries heal properly, keeping your diabetes under control, and maintaining a healthy weight.
If you think you may have a hernia, do not hesitate to call your doctor for an examination. It is best to be seen as soon as possible; the longer you wait, the more difficult the surgery could become.
Scott Croll, M.D., FACS, is with UPMC General Surgery and sees patients at the Health Innovation Center, UPMC Williamsport, 740 High St., Williamsport. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Croll, call 570-321-3160 or go to UPMC.com/GeneralSurgeryNCPA.