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HARRISBURG, Pa. (June 23) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is pleased to announce that 13 members of the 25th Class of Waterways Conservation Officers (WCOs) have formally graduated from the agency’s H.R. Stackhouse School of Fishery Conservation and Watercraft Safety. 

Following a graduation ceremony held today at the Pennsylvania State Capitol, the officers will report to their assigned regions across the Commonwealth next week to begin their duties.
 
“It gives me an incredible feeling of pride to officially welcome this dedicated group of new officers to our Fish and Boat Commission team,” said Col. Clyde Warner, Director of the PFBC Bureau of Law Enforcement.  “With their intense training behind them, these officers are ready to serve millions of anglers and boaters in Pennsylvania and work to protect, conserve, and enhance our aquatic resources.”

Before graduating, officers undergo an extensive 52-week training program encompassing all aspects of conservation law enforcement.  Following civil service testing and selection, trainees completed a 26-week Municipal Police Officers Basic Training conducted at Mansfield University, Tioga County.  An additional 26 weeks of training was conducted at the Stackhouse school located in Bellefonte, Centre County, and included field training alongside seasoned WCOs. 

During their conservation law enforcement careers, the officers’ duties will be multifaceted and include patrolling the streams, rivers, and lakes in their regions; assisting with investigations; participating in public outreach events; and stocking waterways with fish.

The new Waterways Conservation Officers are listed below, along with their hometowns and assigned regions.

• Sarah Bartle, Fannettsburg, assigned to Franklin/E. Fulton counties
• Brendan Borne, Camp Hill, assigned to Bedford/W. Fulton counties
• Zachary Christy, Irwin, assigned to cover vacancies within the Southwest Region
• Caleb Cramer, Mount Union, assigned to N. Wayne County
• Gaven Danneker, Bellefonte, assigned to Delaware County
• Noah Grice, Elizabeth, assigned to E. Crawford/Warren counties
• Abigail Luteri, Somerset, assigned to SW. Montgomery/W. Philadelphia counties
• Kristian McNamara, Enola, assigned to Lackawanna/Wayne/Susquehanna counties
• Michael Noon III, South Fork, assigned to Clarion/Butler/Armstrong counties
• Logan Schuller, New Castle, assigned to E. Erie County
• Jacob Schwartzmiller, Erie, assigned to W. Erie County
• Seth Strawser, Richfield, assigned to Perry/Juniata counties
• Luke Walter, Mercer, assigned to Butler County

In addition to the graduating class, several WCOs recently accepted new assignments, which include:

• Shane Casey, transferred from N. Wayne County to W. Schuylkill County
• Carl Maise, transferred from Cumberland County to S. York County
• Lacie Mosteller, transferred from SW. Montgomery/W. Philadelphia counties to Cumberland County
• Wyatt Peiper, transferred from Franklin/E. Fulton counties to Elk County
• Matthew Scott, transferred from Delaware County to W. Allegheny County

It’s been less than two weeks since the overpass on I-95 collapsed, shutting down traffic on a critical stretch of highway on the East Coast.

Experts said it would take months to get I-95 reopened.

But because of the hard work of our outstanding tradesmen and women and our all hands on deck approach, we defied the odds and the road is officially reopened.

For too long, people have become accustomed to a government that doesn’t have a can-do attitude. Too many believe we can’t get big things done.

We changed that, James. We worked around the clock to rebuild I-95 safely and ahead of schedule. That’s what you should expect from your elected leaders every day.

Thank you to everyone who made this massive undertaking possible, from the Philadelphia Building Trades, to the folks who dropped off food for our workers, to our government partners, and to our state and local first responders who responded to this emergency and kept Pennsylvanians safe throughout. We couldn’t have done this without you.

See you out on the road!

Josh Shapiro

Safety of our drivers and passengers comes first, so due to inclement weather predictions, we are postponing our “Ridin for Shared Home” Motorcycle Benefit Ride to July 23rd. We hope you will join us to support this great cause: Wellsboro Shared Home and her Residents.

Same place (Eisenhauer’s Tioga County Harley-Davidson, 2911 S. Main St, Mansfield, PA)

Times (Registration 10am, Kickstands up at 11am)

Lunch provided after Ride (Approximately 1:15pm)

Same Route (Covington, Liberty, Morris, Wellsboro, Ansonia, Wellsboro, Mansfield)

Thank you. Your donations at this later date mean the world to us.  sharedhm@ptd.net

The McKean County Conservation District sponsors two students each summer to attend the Potter County Junior Conservation School, hosted by the Black Forest Conservation Association. This year’s event will be held Aug. 6^th through the 12th. Youth ages 13-15 are invited to request sponsorship to attend the camp. The District will cover the entire $200 cost.  The week will be full of hand-on outdoor activities related to soil, water, forests, fields, fish, and wildlife.

Students must be prepared to participate in an active schedule the week of camp. They will be sleeping outdoors in tents and should be prepared to participate in all activities regardless of the weather. Transportation to camp, at the Black Forest Conservation Clubhouse near Coudersport, is the responsibility of parents or guardians.

If students are a McKean County resident and interested in being sponsored by the McKean County Conservation District, please submit a one-page request, explaining why they would like to attend, to McKean County Conservation District, 17137 Route 6, Smethport, PA 16749 or submit by email to sdthompson@mckeancountypa.org by July 10, 2023. For any questions or additional information, please contact the Conservation District office at 814-887-4001 for more information.  Registration is limited, so call or apply today.

For those students outside of the McKean County area, please feel free to contact Jackie Manno, assistant director of the Potter County Junior Conservation School at jmanno@clarion.edu. 

The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, June 23rd. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

[NOTICE: If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net]

BLACK CATS AND PAPERCRAFTS is planning on being there, weather permitting, with charms, quilled paper art, wall hangings, hair accessories, paper jewelry, hardbound note/art books and other assorted paper crafts. And we’re breaking out the Pride stuff for Pride Month. For more information, or to make a custom order contact Leon at blackcatsandpapercrafts@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page to see sneak peeks of the new things we’re making at https://facebook.com/blackcatsandpapercrafts

BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market rain or shine with local, organically grown beautiful produce.  We will have lettuce heads, radishes, salad turnips, garlic scapes and more. We will also have assorted herb and vegetable plants. It’s never too late to start a garden!   We accept cash, credit cards, and SNAP. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com

ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be attending the market. We will have a selection of goat milk based products that include soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, lotion bars, bath bombs, and gift sets. You can contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page for more information or custom orders. We accept cash or card payments. 

QUIET ACRES will be there with our selection of Haldeman Mills products – Teff Flour (African Ivory and Dark) for the gluten sensitive, Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancake Mixes, Shortcake/Cobbler Mix, Funnel Cake and Soft Pretzel Mixes as well as Brinser’s Best Cornmeal.  On the craft side we will have upcycled braided rugs/runners/coasters of all sizes as well as aprons, kids and adults.  Orders are welcome. We accept cash payments.

JOANIE’S APIARY plans to attend, weather depending.I have Local raw Honey,  beeswax products including hand cream and wood polish,  Corn heating pads and my newest item is HONEY CANDY. Stop by for a free sample.

RL HOPPE FARMS will have creamed honey available at the same booth as JOANIE’S APIARY.

CARING CRAFTS will be attending the Market. We have a variety of patterns for our Homemade Travel Pillows. Colorful hand painted clothes pin Wreaths. A variety of plastic canvas ornament/magnet pieces thank include; NFL logos, character theme, military signs, animals, etc.. Stop by and see us and don’t forget to like/ message us your special order on Facebook @ Caring Crafts. We accept cash payments. Hope to see everyone there

Don’t Give Up

by

Pastor B.J. Knefley

Life takes on many twists and turns. Careers, relationships, and events have a habit of changing the direction of our life. Our plans can be foiled by the actions of others or our own. As hard as we might try, our life can easily get miss directed and off course. We can find ourselves in a place that we wonder, how we ever got there. Some just call it life and as much as we plan and prepare, it happens.

The writer of Hebrews states “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. (Hebrews 12:1)

Having goals and direction is very important. But, we each can be so easily sidetracked by things in the moment. Not only do we get sidetracked but we often just give up. At the beginning of a new year many plan to do things differently. Perhaps they set goals and objectives only to find a few months into the New Year that they’ve already missed the mark. But rather than get back up and start again, they give up.

I was watching a college track meet and during the heat of the race one of the runners fell. One would think that this fall would have eliminated her from placing in the top three positions, but she did. In fact not only did she place in the top three, she won the race. In an interview later, the runner stated that she had her eye on the finish line and when she fell, she stayed upon that goal. Many would have been so discouraged by the fall that they would have given up, but she did not. She didn’t allow a set back to make her give up.

The key in life is not the possessing of the goal, but rather not giving up in our pursuit of it. If you’ve been sidelined because of an event, Don’t Give Up, get back up and start out again. Think about it.  

Staff Development Coordinator (RN) – Full-Time 1st Shift

Sweden Valley Manor

Coudersport, PA 

Position Summary:

Instructs nurse aide trainees on the proper techniques of administering direct resident care while maintaining on-going in-service education to all employees. Must be RN with one year of long-term care experience.

Essential Functions:

·         Because HCF exists to care for our residents, regular attendance and punctuality are essential to provide quality care

·         Must be in good physical condition as the position requires the ability to stand on one’s feet throughout the day, as well as, push, pull, move and/or lift frequently a minimum of 10 pounds and up to greater than 50 pounds occasionally

·         Leadership: Ability to take actions and achieve results through others

·         Commitment to HCF mission, values, philosophy and Service Excellence Initiative

·         Must be able to complete performance requirements independently while using good judgment as well as have the ability to harmoniously work with others

·         Must be able to read, write and understand the English language

Position Responsibilities:

·         Must function within scope of practice according to the State Board of Nursing

·         Must follow HCF Policy and Procedures

·         Must meet job related competencies as outlined in the Skills Competency Manual

·         Conducts general orientation for all new employees

·         Teaches Nurse Aide curriculum, administers quizzes, written examinations and skills performance checklists to trainees

• Maintains all correspondence, curriculum and student records per PA Department of Education and HCF standards.
• Conducts state approved nurse aide training program
• Assists nursing assistants to register for State Testing
• Plans and conducts in-service education as directed by DON and LNHA
• Follows appropriate Infection Control and Safety Practices
• Communicates effectively with residents, staff and visitors
• Participates in “Nurse On-Call” program and QA process
• All other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

• Registered Nurse required in Pennsylvania.
• CPR certification recommended.
• Completion of a State approved Train the Trainer/Educator program (not required upon hire, but is required prior to assumption of duties).

Please Apply online at SwedenValleyManor.com

Voluntary Recall of Specific Frozen Fruit Products Due to Possible Contamination by Listeria monocytogenes

Minneapolis, Minn. – June 21, 2023 – SunOpta Inc’s subsidiary, Sunrise Growers Inc., has issued a voluntary recall of specific frozen fruit products linked to pineapple provided by a third-party supplier due to the potential for these products to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.