( L to R: Journey Health System’s recent Chairperson Joseph Yaros with the new Chair Kathy Jones)
BRADFORD, Pa (October 2, 2026)– Journey Health System (JHS) and its affiliated organizations held their annual meeting on October 2, at the JHS main office in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Over 40 Board members, executive leaders and guests attended, both in-person and remotely, to review the previous fiscal year, recognize goals and conduct the organization’s annual Board Elections.
This year’s meeting theme, “Transforming Behavioral Health Care,” reflected the organization’s continued focus on innovation, collaboration and accessible services for individuals and families across Pennsylvania.
October 1, 2026 – WinCo Foods of Boise, ID is recalling the following Salsa Bean Dip Trays due to the inclusion of recalled peperoncini from G.L. Mezzetta.
WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Tray Express with UPC 2-67173-#####, with a net weight of 54oz.
WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Tray, 16 Inch Catering Tray(by special order only) with UPC 2-67240-##### with a net weight of 104oz.
The affected peperoncini may have been used as an ingredient on the bean dip trays with “Best If Used By” dates of Aug. 14, 2026 through Sept. 25, 2026.
Product was distributed in WinCo Foods retail stores in AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, and WA.
WinCo Foods was notified by G.L. Mezzetta that a single lot of their Golden Greek Peperoncini has been recalled due to potential pest inclusion, due to a video from another grocery chain circulating on social media. Peperoncini are used as an ingredient in the WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Trays.
WinCo Foods did not have or use any product with evidence of pests included in the jar, nor has the company received any complaints regarding potential pests or illness related to the bean dip trays to date.
October 2, 2026, Stewart’s Shops Corp. of Saratoga Springs, NY, is recalling two flavors, Heavenly Medley and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry, of half-gallon ice cream due to the potential presence of metal.
The following products are subject to recall and were sold at all Stewart’s Shops locations in NY, VT, and NH between 7/17/26 and 10/2/2026:
Brand Name
Stewart’s Shops
Stewart’s Shops
Flavor Name
Heavenly Medley
Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry
Best By Date
Feb.10.27
Feb.11.27
Sold At
Stewart’s Shops
Stewart’s Shops
Lot / batch code
All products are ready-to-eat ice cream and intended to be consumed at home by consumers
Condition
Frozen
Shelf life
7 months
Packaging
Paperboard Carton
Paperboard Carton
Size
One Half Gallon (1.89L)
One Half Gallon (1.89L)
UPC
0 82086 44371 1
0 82086 44377 3
No injuries or illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Harrisburg, PA – Today, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that all driver’s license and photo centers will be closed Saturday, October 10, 2026, through Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of the Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day holiday.
Customers may obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications, and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website.
Driver and vehicle online services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and include driver’s license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals; driver-history services; changes of address; driver’s license and vehicle registration restoration letters; ability to pay driver’s license or vehicle insurance restoration fees; driver’s license and photo ID duplicates; REAL ID pre-verification; and driver exam scheduling. There are no additional fees for using online services.
Planning to fly domestically? You now need a REAL ID driver’s license or ID card or other acceptable form of ID – like a passport – to board a domestic flight. If you’re not sure whether a REAL ID is right for you, our REAL ID online wizard may help with your decision. Visit pa.gov/REALID today for information on how you can get a REAL ID.
“The situation facing Bradford is unacceptable, particularly when you look at the promises and expectations that accompanied Kaleida Health’s entry into our community and the significant reduction in life-saving healthcare services that have occurred over time—most notably the closing of Bradford Regional’s emergency room.
“The people of Bradford and surrounding communities deserve a sustainable, long term healthcare system. Unfortunately, Kaleida Health is not protecting the public’s interest for the original charitable purposes associated with the former hospital. They are apparently attempting to restrict competition by potentially engaging in ‘refusal to deal as a local monopoly’ as defined in Section 2 of the Sherman Antitrust Act, through the application of ‘extreme barriers to entry.’
After 123 years of service, Pennsylvania’s Deputy Game Warden Program has come to an end.
Established in 1903, the program provided approximately 140 to 145 part-time deputy game wardens across the Commonwealth. In August, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced that the program would be discontinued. Deputies were required to turn in their equipment, and as of October 1, Pennsylvania no longer has deputy game wardens.
Wildlife enforcement is now handled entirely by the state’s approximately 155 full-time game wardens.
The Game Commission says ending the program is part of an effort to maintain the most efficient and effective professional workforce and streamline operations. The Commission has also expressed confidence that its full-time wardens can handle the responsibility.
A recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision concerning game wardens entering private property was also a factor in the decision. The ruling changed the legal landscape surrounding access to certain private lands and wildlife-law enforcement.
But former deputies and advocates have raised concerns about what the loss of more than 140 additional trained officers could mean—particularly for rural Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania is a large state with thousands of acres of farmland, forests, hunting camps and remote roads. A local deputy game warden often lived in the community he or she served and knew the area, the roads and the people.
Now, those local deputies are gone.
That raises some important questions:
Will response times increase? Will full-time wardens have larger areas to cover? Will rural communities have the same level of wildlife enforcement and local presence?
The end of the program does not automatically mean public safety will decline. The Game Commission maintains that its professional full-time workforce is capable of fulfilling its responsibilities.
But after 123 years, Pennsylvania has eliminated a network of more than 140 locally based officers.
Only time will tell whether the change creates greater efficiency—or whether rural communities will eventually discover that something valuable was lost.
For more than a century, deputy game wardens served Pennsylvania. Their service may be over, but the questions surrounding their absence have only begun.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 09, 2026, Inexport Logistics LLC, a Miami, Fla. firm, is recalling approximately 189 pounds of potato chip products containing chicharrón (pork cracklings) because they were produced in the Republic of Colombia, a country that is not eligible to export meat products to the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
BRADFORD, Pa. — Pitt-Bradford Arts has played a major role in enhancing community access to high-quality performances and nationally-recognized dancers, musicians and theatrical professionals, while expanding educational opportunities for students in a wide variety of fields. That legacy and impact will continue to grow thanks to the creation of the Patty M. Colosimo Arts Endowment Fund, which will provide essential support for innovative programming, community engagement and education in the arts.
The fund is made possible thanks to the generosity ofJeanieSatterwhite ’64-‘66, a Pitt-Bradford alum and long-time university volunteer and supporter of Pitt-Bradford Arts. It is named in honor of Patty Colosimo, Satterwhite’s friend and colleague, who spent 23 years at Pitt-Bradford, including 10 years as director of arts programming, before retiring in 2022.
This is one of the many cartoons included in Gale Largey’s newest film.
Gale Largey is trying something new.
He is well-known for his documentary films on local topics, such as George Washington Sears (Nessmuk), a Wellsboro girl who became an actress, the Austin Dam and the Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival.
“For the past 10 years, I’ve been collecting cartoons about patients in therapy and therapists offering advice to patients,” Largey said. They were originally published in the New Yorker, a magazine; the Wall Street Journal, a newspaper; and Funny Times, an independent, ad-free American humor and satire newspaper.
“On Oct. 20, I will be hosting two free showings of my new 20-minute film titled “On The Couch: Cartoon Commentaries on Therapy”, said Largey.
“I included more than 115 cartoons. They are meant to be amusing but also serve as commentary on how mental health professionals and therapy are perceived,” Largey said. In other words, the cartoons may provoke discussion. “I have invited a therapist to attend each showing to share their feelings about the cartoons,” said Largey.
The first showing will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20 during the Deane Center’s free Golden Afternoons program for men and women 65 and older. Also attending will be Mental Health Therapist, Traci Allen who is from Crossroads Counseling.
The second free showing at 7 p.m. on Oct. 20 is open to the public and will be followed by observations by Dr. Lisa Feil, a local psychologist with extensive experience as a therapist.
The film was written and directed by Largey, edited by Mark Polonia, and narrated by Michael Capuzzo. The “Chief Psychiatrist” is voiced by R.”Bud” Voorhees. Other local people also did voiceovers for the film.
Fun with Cats, a free Deane Little Beans program for youngsters ages 3 to 12, is next Saturday, Oct. 10 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in the Deane Center lobby. Free snacks will be provided.
Eight healthy kittens being fostered by Jill Hall of the Tioga County Cat Project will be ready for play time and cuddles.
Catnip toys and treats will be provided so youngsters can have fun with the kittens. They will also learn unique and interesting facts about cats and, if there is time will play Cat Bingo for prizes, such as lollipops.
By Oct. 10, the kittens will be between 12 and 14 weeks old, vaccinated, spayed or neutered, microchipped, and available for adoption.
The four males are: Lil Burrito, all black; Blizzard, white with a spot of gray and blue eyes; Avalanche, white with long fur; and Aladdin, a gray tiger with four white feet.
The four females include: Jasmine, all black; Aurora, a tortoiseshell with four white feet; and two orange cats, Elsa (marbled with swirl patterns) and Anna (tiger-striped).
“Those who want to adopt a kitten can start the process by visiting the Tioga County Cat Project website to download and fill out an application or take one during the Fun with Cats program to fill out,” Hall said.
“The eight kittens are from three different litters and three different feral cat colonies, one in Blossburg and two in Roseville. Lil Burrito was rescued in Roseville during a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program. He was suffering from Giardia and Coccidia. Both can be deadly for kittens as they cause infections and severe dehydration. Supportive care and medication were provided and Lil Burrito is doing well.”
Anna, Aladdin, Jasmine, Aurora, and Elsa were also rescued in Roseville. “Laura Clarson, our president, spent several hours in the rain coaxing these kitties out from under a shed,” said Hall. “The colony caretaker told us they were quite friendly and would make great pets. After a foster home was secured, the kittens were brought into our organization, treated for worms and eye infections, and have all recovered.”
Avalanche and Blizzard were trapped during a TNR program in Blossburg. They had severe upper respiratory infections and fleas that would have caused death if they had not received supportive care. They are in great health and enjoying being indoor kitties,” she added.
“Had we not rescued them, all of the kittens would have died because they did not have a home. Everything they had was preventable,” Hall said.
Deane Little Beans is sponsored by the UPMC Health Plan, C&N Bank, First Citizens Community Bank, the Horace B. Packer Foundation, Charles Knox and Margaret C. Etner Foundation and the Earle W. and Ina G. Tabor Foundation.
October 02, 2026. Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., San Carlos, Chile expands its previously initiated recalls on July 3, 2026 and September 3,2026 recall of frozen organic IQF blueberries and berry blends to include additional lots of Great Value frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend 10 OZ, Great Value frozen Organic Blueberries 10 OZ and one Lot of Trader Joe’s frozen Organic Mixed Berry Blend because of potential contamination with Escherichia coli O145:H28 (E. coli O145).
Gias Foods of New York, NY, is recalling all lot codes of Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
The Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine was distributed nationwide at Walmart stores.
BRADFORD, Pa. — October 2, 2026 — The Kiwanis Club of Bradford is proud to announce the recipients of the inaugural Kiwanis Champions Awards, recognizing individuals, young people, organizations, and first responders whose service and leadership are making a meaningful difference throughout the Bradford area and McKean County.
Following a community-wide nomination process, the Kiwanis Champions Awards Committee selected this year’s recipients from nominations submitted by members of the public.
2026 Kiwanis Champions Awards Recipients
The Brighter Future Award Children’s Advocacy Center of McKean County
The Brighter Future Award recognizes an organization whose work has a meaningful and measurable impact on the lives of local children and families.
The Valor Award Bradford City Fire Department
The Valor Award honors first responders whose courage, dedication, and commitment to service have made a significant positive impact on the community.
The Everyday Hero Award Suzy Meyer-Page
The Everyday Hero Award recognizes an individual whose generosity, service, and commitment to others exemplify the difference one person can make in their community.
The Rising Star Award — Co-Winners Preston & Delaney’s Lemonade Stand Colby Blauser, Drum Major, Bradford Marching Owls
The Rising Star Award recognizes young people who demonstrate exceptional initiative, leadership, service, and a commitment to making their community a better place. This year, the strength of the nominations led the committee to recognize two deserving recipients.
The Champions Awards were created to shine a spotlight on the people and organizations who strengthen the Bradford area through service, compassion, leadership, and action. The awards reflect the Kiwanis mission of improving the world one child and one community at a time.
“These awards are about recognizing the people who make our community stronger, often without ever asking for recognition in return,” said Mark Young, President of the Kiwanis Club of Bradford. “The nominations we received showed just how many people in our area are quietly doing extraordinary things. Our recipients represent different kinds of service, but they share something important: each of them demonstrates the impact people can have when they choose to serve others.”
The recipients will be honored during the 2026 Kiwanis Champions Awards on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
The public is invited to join the Kiwanis Club of Bradford in celebrating this year’s honorees and the spirit of service they represent. The evening will bring together community members, families, local organizations, businesses, and community leaders to recognize those helping make the Bradford area a stronger and more compassionate place.
The Champions Awards also serve as a fundraiser supporting the Kiwanis Club of Bradford and its continuing work benefiting children and families throughout the community.
Additional information regarding tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and the 2026 Kiwanis Champions Awards will be available through the Kiwanis Club of Bradford.
About the Kiwanis Club of Bradford
The Kiwanis Club of Bradford is a local service organization dedicated to strengthening the community and improving the lives of children. Through service projects, charitable giving, community partnerships, and volunteerism, the club works to create opportunities for children and families while encouraging a culture of service throughout the Bradford area.
IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Tomball, Texas – October 1, 2026 – Greenwich Rx, a 503A compounding pharmacy, is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its compounded glutathione to the consumer level. The product is being recalled due to potential elevated endotoxin levels.
Risk Statement: There is reasonable probability that injectable products with elevated endotoxin levels could cause significant medical events including fevers, hypotension, inflammatory reactions, anaphylactic shock and death. To date, Greenwich Rx has received two reports involving patients who received emergency department care following intravenous (IV) administration of a glutathione product that was not formulated for IV use.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of October 5. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:
Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning
Route 346 at a bridge spanning an unnamed tributary to Foster Brook in Foster Township. Monday, October 5, through Friday, October 9. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
