The Grand Canyon Photography Club’s January display on The Gallery Wall at the Deane Center, features images taken by John Newell and Bruce Dart.
The display is free and open to the public from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. this Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 11-13, Tuesday through Saturday, Jan. 16-20 and Monday through Saturday, Jan. 22-27.
The Gallery Wall is located just off the Deane Center’s main lobby near the Coolidge Theatre at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
A member of the Grand Canyon Photography Club since 2022, Newell is exhibiting five of his framed Pennsylvania landscape black and white vintage silver gelatin prints, including “Sweet Cherry”, “Downstream Summer Morning”, “Dogwood with Broken Bough”, “Petrified Dragon” and “November Rain.”
The Tioga County Women’s Shooting Society’s indoor season for shooting practice at the National Range and Armory at 31 Washington Boulevard, Williamsport, PA 17701 will continue this Sunday, Jan. 14.
“We will meet at 9:45am at the CVS Plaza parking lot at 197 North Main Street in Mansfield, PA 16933 and leave at 10am sharp to carpool to Williamsport. We will get there a bit before 11am,” said President Marilyn Jones.
“Shooting practice is from 11am to 1pm. Afterwards, we will stop for lunch and should be back in Mansfield by 4:30pm,” Jones said. “We ask the ladies to help with gas for the car they ride in.”
Women should bring their firearm of choice, ammunition, targets, eye and hearing protection with them. Those supplies are available for purchase at the National Range and Armory. Firearms can be rented or purchased. Attendees at shooting practices will pay a lane rental fee of $5 to $15 depending on how many people are sharing the same lane.
Saturday, Feb. 10 is a confirmed shooting practice date for the group at the National Range.
For more information, contact Marilyn Jones at 570-244-7989 or at jones_mk@yahoo.com.
At 9 a.m. this Sunday, Jan. 14, a free, one-hour Eagle Watch led by local eagle expert and enthusiast Matt West will be at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Tioga-Hammond Dam Ives Run Mixing Channel at 94-98 South Main Street in Tioga Borough in Tioga County.
This is the best location in the area to view bald eagles in winter. West will answer questions about these amazing raptors. Bring a camera and binoculars. A limited number of spotting scopes and binoculars will be available. The Tioga County Woodland Owners Association is sponsoring this event, and will provide hot beverages and maybe some snacks.
To get to the mixing channel from Wellsboro, take Route 287 north for 17 miles (past the Ives Run Recreation Area) turn right at the stop sign onto South Main Street in Tioga Borough and drive a distance of one mile to the parking area, including to the end of South Main Street, wind past the park entrance gate and drive past the mixing channel and park. For information, call the Ives Run Visitor Information Center at 570-835-5281.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/10/2024 to RANGE RESOURCES APPALACHIA LLC in Cogan House Township, Lycoming county. CSL 402(b) – POTENTIAL POLLUTION – Conducting an activity regulated by a permit issued pursuant to Section 402 of The Clean Streams Law to prevent the potential of pollution to waters of the Commonwealth without a permit or contrary to a permit issued under that authority by the Department.
Weather related on I-86 & I-90 both directions west of NY State Line/ PA State Line, entire length within the state of Pennsylvania (Mina) All lanes open .
In response to the forecasted weather, Penn DOT advises the following vehicles are not permitted: Tractors without trailers; Tractors towing unloaded or lightly loaded enclosed, trailers, open trailers or tank trailers; Tractors towing unloaded or lightly loaded tandem trailers; Tractors towing loaded tandem trailers without chains or Alternate Traction Devices (ATDs); Enclosed unloaded or lightly loaded cargo delivery trucks/box trucks that meet the definition of a CMV; Passenger vehicles (cars, SUV’s, pickup trucks, etc.) towing trailers; Recreational vehicles/motorhomes; School buses, commercial buses and motor coaches, regardless of the availability of trains or ATDs; and Motorcycles.
High Wind Warning issued January 12 at 3:31 PM EST until January 14 at 4:00 AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph early this evening and tonight, becoming southwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph Saturday and Saturday night.
* WHERE…Wyoming, Livingston, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie counties.
* WHEN…Until 4 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
INSTRUCTIONS: People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania; January 12, 2024): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the North Versailles, Pennsylvania man who fired a gun toward a bartender in Smethport has been sentenced to state prison.
During a sentencing hearing on January 11, 2024 at the McKean County Courthouse, Brian James BORRASSO, was sentenced for Aggravated Assault (Deadly Weapon Used) – Felony 1; Discharge of Weapon Into Occupied Structure – Felony 3; 3 counts Criminal Mischief – Felony 3; DUI (crash with damage and/or injury) – Misdemeanor; 5 counts of Recklessly Endangering Another Person- Misdemeanor 2; and Theft – Misdemeanor 3.
The complaint filed against BORRASSO states that officers were dispatched to a shooting on August 28, 2020 that had just occurred outside of the Corner Bar located in Smethport. Employees reported that they had caught BORRASSO stealing $20 that had been left on the bar and he was escorted out of the bar. The bartender went outside of the bar to smoke a cigarette and reported to police that BORRASSO pulled his vehicle around the corner of the building in a silver SUV, pulled out a handgun, and shot two times toward her and in the direction of the building where numerous other people were inside.
BORRASSO had fled the scene before police arrival. Responding officers from Smethport and Port Allegany began to canvas the area and noticed damage to a building across the street as well as other structures in the area. They also noticed vehicle parts indicating that a vehicle had recently hit the building and other structures.
BORRASSO was apprehended after officers searched the area near Hamlin Lake Park – not far from the bar where the shooting occurred, and they observed a silver SUV with extensive rear-end damage in the grass next to the softball field. They noted the odor of alcohol emanating from BORRASSO’S breath. They patted him down for weapons and he advised them that there were guns in the glove box. Looking through the vehicle window, the officer found two pistols on the passenger side floor.
BORRASSO was sentenced to a period of incarceration in the Department of Corrections for a period of 54 months to 108 months plus 12 months of consecutive probation. He is to have no contact with the victims – including the bartender and the other persons who were in the bar at the time of the shooting. He was ordered to pay restitution for all damages and blood testing; obtain a mental health evaluation and follow through with any recommended treatment; obtain drug and alcohol treatment; and other terms. His license was suspended for 12 months as required for DUIs.
DA Shaffer explained: “The defendant’s sentence includes an enhancement due to the use of a deadly weapon. The state legislature determines the range of sentences that can be imposed against any offender by a Court for any particular offense. If a deadly weapon is used, the range of sentences is higher. In this case, the sentence for the Aggravated Assault is higher because of the use of a gun to commit the crime.”
Defendant BORRASSO is not eligible for any early reentry program.
The case was investigated by Officer Kevin R. Seipp of the Smethport Police Department.
ServSafe is a certification program developed by the Restaurant Association Education Foundation. The course meets certification requirements for individuals who are responsible for the safe handling of food in restaurants, schools, elder care facilities, lodges, bed and breakfasts, community centers, and other food concessions (organizations or businesses that sell or prepare food on a regular basis).
This course, taught by Rick Kralj, Penn State Educator, is scheduled for Wednesdays, February 14 and 21, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Extension office in the Gunzburger Building, 1 North Main Street, Coudersport, PA. The cost is $165/person. The registration deadline is Friday, February 9th. To register, call 877-345-0691 or go to https://extension.psu.edu/servsafe .
Our Criminal Investigation unit is currently seeking the location of 23-year-old Dajon Wilcher.
Wilcher has an outstanding Arrest Warrant for stabbing two victims here in the City of Olean in August of last year on South 11th. St.
If anyone has information on a location for Wilcher please contact the Olean Police Department at 716-376-5677. Wilcher may have a different hairstyle than the photo shown.
Friday, Jan 12 @ 7:45 AM | Snow and sleet will push up through central PA early this evening, beginning between 4pm and 7pm from south to north. A general 2-4 inches of snow is expected across the northern mountains, with isolated 5 inch amounts possible. The wind will pick up late this afternoon into tonight, with gusts over 50 mph possible in the Laurel Highlands. Rainfall amounts will generally be between 0.75 and 1.00 inch, with locally higher amounts possible. We do not expect widespread flooding, but isolated minor flooding is possible.
Do you like the trials and struggles of life? I don’t know of any that would say they do. In fact, I’m sure that many would feel that we don’t need them, yet they come anyway.
Some have said that the trials and struggles of life serve to make us stronger. Do they? Are they teaching moments that we all seem to need from time to time or are there other ways that we could learn the same lesson without the experience?
I, like many, like to be in control. Having our ducks in a row and everything fitting into its proper place is the way we like it. Having no control disrupts our sense of security and normalcy. Are we living in a fantasy world when we think that we can control everything and everyone? Perhaps so, but that doesn’t stop us from trying. We like predictable. We want to know what’s coming around the corner. We don’t like surprises because they disrupt our sense of power and control.
The Apostle James shared that the various trials and tribulations are to be welcomed because of the many things that they produce in us. How many get excited about this? Probably not many, but the truth is, they do create good things in us, things that we could probably not learn in any other way. So, do I just gracefully resign myself to the fact that trials will come and that I just need to go along with it? Perhaps not.
I believe that it comes down to outlook. Is the thing I’m experiencing right now happening to me or for me? If I step out of the victim position, I start to see that even though I may not be able to control the circumstance I can make it work for me. I can choose to not be a victim of it but rather one who allows it to move me into a better place. Giving into the trial only gives our power away. We need to understand that even though it may have knocked me down, it is still my responsibility to get back up. Think about it.
Five Port Allegany High School music students have been selected to attend the PMEA District 2 Band Festival January 11-13 at Bradford Area High School.
The students have been preparing for a program of music under the direction of Dr. Nathan Rhinert from Mansfield University.
During the event, students will audition for chair placement and the opportunity to advance to the Region Band Festival in February.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service State College PA 321 PM EST Thu Jan 11 2024 …WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON FRIDAY TO MIDNIGHT EST FRIDAY NIGHT…
* WHAT…Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
* WHERE…Warren, McKean, Potter, Elk, Cameron and Clearfield Counties.
* WHEN…From noon Friday to midnight EST Friday night.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
The Potter County Education Council, Tri-Co Connections, the Potter County Human Services Area Agency on Aging, and our local school districts are continuing to team up to implement a county-wide program called Seniors 2 Seniors. This program teaches basic computer skills, digital literacy, and cybersecurity to senior citizens so that they have the skills and knowledge to utilize the many benefits of high-speed Internet. As a part of this program, local high school students volunteer to provide on-site support to each of the adults who participate in the course.
The Seniors 2 Seniors technology course is being offered at the Ulysses Senior Center on Wednesdays, March 6 – April 10, 2024, from 12:45 – 2:15 p.m. This course will also be offered in Galeton on Wednesdays, April 17 – May 22, 2024. The registration deadline for the Ulysses course is Wednesday, February 28th. Register yourself, a parent, or grandparent by calling (814) 274-4877 or by stopping by the Potter County Education Council office at 5 Water Street in Coudersport.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/03/2024 to ALLSHOUSE TERRENCE L JR in Corydon Township, McKean county. SWMA 301 – MANAGEMENT OF RESIDUAL WASTE – Person operated a residual waste processing or disposal facility without obtaining a permit for such facility from DEP. Person stored, transported, processed, or disposed of residual waste inconsistent with or unauthorized by the rules and regulations of DEP.