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G2 Gymnastics – Clean Sweep in Lewisburg
2nd Row: Mae Joyce, Kennadie Beck, Ava Gentzyel, Shelby Chamberlain, Emilia Lineman, Brinley Rossrucker
3rd Row: Mialyn Hite, Lydia West, Skyler Cooper, Avery Vosler, Emily Cobb, Kallie Root, Addie Pilon, Averi Luther, Aralyn Jennings
Back Row: Harper Joyce, Addison Amidon, Catence Taylor, Eliana Curcio, Irelyn Rounsville, Ashley Oswald, Kaitlyn Gentzyel, Carly Reed, Ava LaBella, Cenadee Ainsworth
Recently, G2 Gymnastics of Shinglehouse, traveled to Lewisburg, PA to participate in the Climb High Gymnastics Competition hosted by Dynamats Gymnastics Center. The event was held at The Miller Center and hosted almost 700 athletes from 20 gymnastics centers across PA, NY, and OH. Thirty-two members represented G2 Gymnastics at the event. G2 had a very strong showing as they had a clean sweep in the Team Division taking 1st place for Level 2, XCEL Silver, XCEL Gold, and XCEL Platinum. This is a great accomplishment for the small-town program as they beat out teams much larger in size.
NCDEA Elects New Leadership
The National Conservation District Employees Association (NCDEA) held its regular business meeting during the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA, February 11-15.
Penn State Extension to offer the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit webinar
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides tax incentives for homeowners to invest in energy-efficient home improvements. These incentives are designed to encourage homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient, which can help reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills. This credit allows homeowners to claim a credit of up to 30% or a capped amount of the cost of specific energy-efficient home improvements. Energy Efficient improvements that might qualify are things like windows, doors, energy audits, and heat pumps. Homeowners can claim the credit on their federal income tax return.
Extension Educators will provide information based on guidance from the IRS about what might qualify and the various stipulations. An electric bill will be reviewed to determine what the different numbers and charges mean. An Extension Educator will also discuss heat pumps, a focus of the tax credits, and how they function.
Matthew Minich of Minich Electric of Bradford, PA, will be a guest panelist. Matt is an electrical contractor who will give general advice and answer questions about upgrading electrical components eligible for the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit. Matt has over 25 years of industry experience and is a Pennsylvania College of Technology graduate. He is also on the advisory committee of Seneca Highlands CTC.
The webinar will take place on Thursday, March 16, at noon. The webinar is free, and pre-registration is required. Registered participants will receive a recording. You can register at the following website: www.bit.ly/energyMarch2023. Any questions about this webinar can be directed to Joseph C. Conklin, Ed.D., at juc50@psu.edu.
Emporium Food Market March Madness
For the second year in a row, Scott McCann the owner of Emporium Food Market giving away a $250 shopping spree to the person who can pick the winners from the 68 teams selected for the Men’s College Basketball March Madness competition. Teams will be selected on Sunday March 12. Brackets must be turned into Emporium Food Market by March 16 before the first round games begin.
Last year Cameron County school student Taylon Tucker beat out more than 12 adults in selecting Kansas as the winner.  Â
ECCF welcomes new board members and slate of officers for 2023
At their February meeting, the Elk County Community Foundation (ECCF) announced the appointment of three new board members and a new slate of officers to their Board of Directors. The ECCF Board consists of 14 community-minded individuals representing many areas of expertise and community involvement.
Individuals appointed to serve as officers are Thomas Wagner, President; Jeff Marzella, Vice-President; Judy Allegretto, Secretary; and Robert Ordiway, Treasurer, each of whom offers the proficiency and knowledge to lead the Community Foundation forward in its mission to connect donors who care with causes that matter to them.
The Elk County Community Foundation congratulates and welcomes new board members Denise Cuneo, Mary DaCanal, and Mary McGrath. The Foundation is grateful and excited to have this group of individuals join the board and bring their unique talents, expertise and perspectives to the work of the organization.
The Community Foundation is grateful to all who serve on the board, and as they look forward to working together to advance the mission of the Elk County Community Foundation. ECCF, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies, is a non-profit organization that strives to strengthen our region through development, stewardship and grant making as it works with donors to achieve their philanthropic goals.
Bessie D. Dougherty, 83, of Galeton, PA
Bessie D. Dougherty, 83, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at The Green Home in Wellsboro, PA.
Born December 10, 1939, in Westfield, PA, she was a daughter of the late Glenn and Bessie (Dailey) Carlin. On December 30, 1967 in Fulton, NY, she married Peter Dougherty, who survives.
Bessie was an LPN and worked in the Healthcare industry for many years. Bessie enjoyed collecting stamps and coins.
Surviving in addition to her husband, Peter Dougherty, are one daughter Michelle (Kevin) Galton, Nunda, NY; two grandchildren; a sister, Faith Piraino, Dansville, NY; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Bessie was predeceased by three brothers, Duane, Glenn and Dale Carlin and four sisters, Grace Button, Sally Kludt, Loris Dixon and Avis Fry.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11:00am at the Lighthouse Community Church in Galeton. The Rev. Brent Baker will officiate.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton. Â Â
David E. “Curly” Walters, 100, of Chapel Ridge, Bradford, PA
David E. “Curly” Walters, 100, of Chapel Ridge, Bradford, PA passed away, Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.Â
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
RECALLS
Russell Stover Chocolates Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Pecan in Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cups
Russell Stover Chocolates of Kansas City, Missouri, is voluntarily recalling two (2) Best Before Dates of its Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cups in 2.4 oz packaging due to the potential for undeclared pecans. The recalled Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cups may contain Sugar Free Pecan Delights. Pecans are not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pecans run the risk a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled Sugar Free Peanut Butter Cups were distributed nationwide to wholesale and retail stores.
Rolling Roadblock on I-80 WB/EB This Sunday in Montour County
​Montoursville, PA – Motorists who travel on Interstate 80 westbound and eastbound in Liberty Township, Montour County, are advised of rolling roadblocks that will take place this weekend between exit 215 (Route 254 / Limestoneville) and exit 224 (Route 54 / Danville).
On Sunday, March 5, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the contractor, MJ Electric, will be slowing traffic while performing utility work over the Interstate 80 westbound and eastbound lanes near mile marker 218, located 3 miles east of exit 215 (Route 254 / Limestoneville).
The contractor will be slowing traffic for approximately 15 minutes at a time. These traffic delays will be random throughout the day while work is being performed.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays, and drive with caution.
United Way Awarded First Quarter Impact Funds
Bradford, PA — The United Way of the Bradford Area has awarded the first round of 2023 Quarterly Impact funding. This funding stream is available quarterly throughout the year.
The agencies receiving the first quarter funding are; Bradford Landmark Society, CARE for Children, Emmanuel Lutheran Church and McKean County Special Olympics.Â
Innovation and Impact funds are available to qualifying 501 ( c ) 3 organizations in Bradford, Smethport and Port Allegany. Impact applications are capped at $1,500.00 per request and are subject to the availability of funds. An announcement will be made on April 1st for the submission of applications for the second quarter. If you have questions regarding Innovation and Impact funding through the United Way of the Bradford Area, Inc., please call the office at 814-368-6181 or email us at admin@uwbanews.org. Information regarding lines of funding is also available on our website at www.uwbanews.org.Â
Seneca Highlands CTC Students Earn Industry Certifications
Levi Culver (12th grade, PASD), Lane Crawford (10th grade, PASD), and Kristopher Herbert (12th grade, PASD) students in Mr. Bryant’s Networking and Security shop at the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center, recently earned their PC Pro Certification. Levi and Kristopher also earned their Network Pro certifications in 2022.
The certificates each come with a $1000 employment guarantee ensuring the examined skills are workforce-ready. For more information on the Networking and Security program, feel free to contact Mr. Bryant at bbryant@iu9ctc.org or (814) 642-2573. For more information on the benefits of the industry certifications, go to https://w3.testout.com/certification/certhome.
Kristopher, Levi, and Lane
Shawn D. Whitsell, 51, of Slack Hollow, Eldred, PA
Shawn D. Whitsell, 51, of Slack Hollow, Eldred, PA passed away on Sunday (Feb. 26, 2023) at the Olean (N.Y.) General Hospital. Â
Born on Jan. 4th, 1972, he was the son of Robert and Bonnie Smith Whitsell. On June 02, 2018, at the Duke Center United Methodist Church, he married his wife Marsha Blessing Whitsell, who survives.
Shawn was a 1990 graduate of the Otto-Eldred High School, and then went on to become a mechanic and handyman, he could fix anything. He loved hunting fishing, boating, driving race cars, working in the garage and fixing things for his friends and family. Shawn loved spending time with his wife and his many pets, and he especially loved his favorite dog Ms. Magoo.
Surviving in addition to his wife are his parents, Robert and Bonnie Whitsell of Eldred; one son, Christopher Maluchnik; one daughter, Heidi (Ronnie Ohlsson) Elliot; two brothers, Jason (Jhel) Whitsell, and Robin (Rachel) Whitsell; one granddaughter, Sophia Benson; two nephews, TJ and John, and one niece, Morgan.
Preceding him in death is one son, Edward Maluchnik in 2019.
Friends and family are invited to attend visitation held on Thursday (March 2, 2023) at the Duke Center United Methodist Church from 4 to 6 p.m., at which time funeral services will be held immediately following at 6 p.m. with the Rev. Beth Rossler, pastor of the church, officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com
Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center has recognized Cayden Black as student of the week
Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center has recognized Cayden Black, a 3rd year senior from Oswayo Valley High School, as the student of the week . Â
 Cayden is part of the Building Construction Occupations program and has exhibited a remarkable understanding of the content and skills in both the classroom
and shop.
Cayden has the ability to engage in meaningful conversations, demonstrating his expertise in the subject matter. Cayden's performance in the program has earned him this recognition from the school.
In addition to his academic achievements, Cayden is also a talented athlete, participating in sports in his home school. Recently, he scored his 900th point in
basketball, which is a testament to his hard work and dedication. He lives at home with his parents Troy and Angel and older brother Garren.
Looking ahead, Cayden has set his sights on attending lineman school in Georgia, where he will learn to work on electric lines. With his passion for learning and his
commitment to excellence, Cayden is sure to achieve great success in his future endeavors.
The Building Construction Occupations program at Seneca Highlands CTC congratulates Cayden on his outstanding achievements and wishes him all the best in
his future pursuits.
Crack Sealing Project Continues Next Week in Lycoming and Tioga Counties
​Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a crack sealing project will continue next week along state routes in Lycoming and Tioga Counties.
Lycoming County
On Sunday, March 5 through Saturday, March 11, the contractor, Kriger Construction, will be performing crack sealing on the following roadways between the nighttime hours of 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
- Interstate 180 and Route 15 ramps at the following locations: Route 15, Third Street, Maynard Street, Foy Avenue, Fourth Street, and Reach Road.
Tioga County
On Sunday, March 5 through Saturday, March 11, the contractor will be crack sealing on the following roadways during the daytime hours of 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and nighttime hours of 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM
- Route 15 between Lycoming County line to the top of Bloss Mountain.
- Route 15 between the Canoe Camp exit to the New York State Line.
Motorists can expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being performed. Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
Kriger Construction, is the primary contractor for this $772,600 crack sealing project.
Albert A. Prechtl, 91, of 759 St. Joseph Street, St. Marys, PA
Albert A. Prechtl, 91, of 759 St. Joseph Street, St. Marys, PA passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023, in Floral City, FL.Â
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.