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Potter County Conservation District Seeking Outreach and Communications Advisor
Job Announcement: Outreach and Communications Advisor
The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outreach and Communications Advisor. The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to oversee the general planning, development, and direction of all communications of the District. Coordinate programs, social media, news releases, and other forms or publication to build and sustain a positive image of the District in the public. The qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain required clearances, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates are preferred to have a degree in an Environmental Field (Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, etc.), Communications, Public Relations, or another related field. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs.
The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or
national origin.
Contact the Potter County Conservation District for an employment application and full job description at 814-320-4012, or at j.childs@pottercd.com
Deadline for cover letter, application, and resume is November 30th, 2024. Please send a cover letter, application, and resume to:
Jason Childs
Potter County Conservation District
107 Market Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
or
PCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the PCCD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Sinnemahone Trail Run Results
Perfect conditions for runners in the Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run. The event this year included a new section through the Elk State Forest eliminating a conflict with the CCOYA youth mentored hunt event. More than 50 competitors took to the trail Saturday.
Taking home top honors in the 50k were 20 year old Benjamin Kauffman from Lykens in a time of 5:33:12. Cleo Bradybaugh from Kane was the first woman to cross the finish line at 5:47:20.
The top finisher in the 25k race was 23 year old Raymond Esh from Lykens with a time of 2:41:30. The first woman to finish was 43 year old Jessica Goss from Milroy in a time of 3:20:49. The mother son team of Nancy and Eric Vierhaus from California returned to compete in the 25k. The Emporium natives have competed yearly.
Top finisher in the 12k was 50 year old Chris Lyon from Cory in a time of 1:09:45. The top female competitor was 51 year old Valerie Van Breugel finishing in 1:10:25. The 12k saw a mother daughter duo including the youngest competitor 10 year old Isabel Les from Austin. A husband wife team from Texas also competed in the event.
This is the 12th year for the race which is used to promote local businesses who provide the awards and swag for the events.
Complete results can be found at https://www.runhigh.com/2024RESULTS/R101924MA.html
Coudersport Ambulance To Park Ave.
On October 21, at 7:49 pm Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Park Ave. for difficulty Breathing
Second Chance Animal Sanctuary Photo Shoot Fundraiser
BLACK CAT PHOTOSHOOT – Saturday, Oct. 26, 11am-3pm at Tractor Supply in Mansfield! Suggested $2 donation gets you self-taken photos in front of a Halloween backdrop with props and adorable black kittens to hold and snuggle. Take the photos with your phone, or we’ll take them for you. All proceeds benefit local animals in need. Plus, kids get some goodies!
FRIENDS OF HANLEY LIBRARY TO PRESENT PROGRAM ON BLAISDELL LEGACY
The authors of the book “Blaisdell Legacy” will share stories about the Blaisdell family’s many contributions to the community during a program at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, sponsored by the Friends of Hanley Library.
The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held in the Mukaiyama University Room in the Frame-Westerberg Commons at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
Presenters Ron Orris, executive director of the Blaisdell Foundation, Jack Gorton, Zippo historian, and Taylor Tarahteeff, writer, will talk about the impact that multiple generations of the family made in the community, the world and popular culture.
Before George Blaisdell invented the iconic Zippo lighter, his father and seven brothers built an industrial empire, which came to exemplify turn-of-the-century American ingenuity.
“Blaisdell Legacy,” traces the history of the Blaisdell name that has long been associated with industry and success and recounts the Blaisdell family’s determination throughout the years.
A reception will follow the presentation.
UPMC Orthopaedic Care Expands Sports Medicine Services in Wellsboro
Wellsboro, Pa., October 21, 2024 – John Kunkel, D.O., is now seeing patients at UPMC Orthopaedic Care, 9 Water St., Wellsboro.
“Dr. Kunkel brings a wealth of expertise in treating sports injuries to UPMC Wellsboro, offering residents top-tier orthopaedic care close to home,” said Sean Henry, director, UPMC in North Central Pa. “His presence at this clinic will ensure athletes and patients alike receive personalized, high-quality treatment and rehabilitation.”
Dr. Kunkel is an orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon and sees patients in Williamsport in addition to Wellsboro. He completed his medical degree from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, Biddeford, ME. Dr. Kunkel also completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery with Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, and a fellowship in orthopaedic sports medicine surgery with Houston Methodist Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, Houston.
For more information about UPMC Sports Medicine services in northcentral Pa., go to UPMC.com/SportsMedNCPA.
Republican Campaign Signs Available Today October 21st
Shed Fire In Wells Twp.
On October 20, at 11:20 am Millerton and Big Elm were dispatched for a shed fire that ended up a controlled burn on Bear Creek Rd. in Wells Twp. Both Stations were recalled and ordered to hold in station
Republican Campaign Signs Available October 21st
BAKED POTATO BAR FUNDRAISER AT THE COUDERSPORT SENIOR CENTER OCTOBER 28TH
The Coudersport Senior Center, located at 200 Chestnut Street, will hold a BAKED POTATO BAR FUNDRAISER on Monday, October 28, 2024, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Donation of $5.00
There will be lots of great baked potato toppings available.
A bake sale with a wide variety of goodies, 50/50 and beautiful Christmas quilt raffle will also be held. The 50/50 and quilt raffle will be drawn on December 11, 2024.
Please support the Coudersport Senior Center’s monthly fundraisers. All proceeds are used for operating expenses.
The Coudersport Senior Center is open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. New members and volunteers are always welcome. Call 814-274-7887 for more information.
C&N Teammates are “Standing Strong Against Cancer”
WELLSBORO, PA (Citizens & Northern Corporation, NASDAQ: CZNC) – C&N’s Giving Back, Giving Together program is making a difference again this year with its Standing Strong Against Cancer initiative. Since it launched on June 1, 2024, the campaign has already raised over $30,000, within one-third of its $100,000 goal. The money raised will directly support individuals in the local community who are battling cancer, providing financial relief and necessary resources to help them during their fight.
“Our team has done incredible work so far, but we’re not stopping here,” said Caitlin Hilliard, Senior Community Engagement Coordinator. “$30,000 is a great milestone, but we’re focused on hitting that $100,000 target because we know the impact these funds will have for families right here in our neighborhoods.”
PITT-BRADFORD RECOGNIZED AS GREEN COLLEGE BY THE PRINCETON REVIEW
BRADFORD, Pa. – For the third year in a row, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has been named one of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges, according to The Princeton Review®.
The education services company features Pitt-Bradford in its online resource, The Princeton Review’s annual Guide to Green Colleges: 2025 Edition, which was published earlier this week as part of Campus Sustainability Month, an international celebration by the Association of the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.
INDOOR FALL CONCERT SERIES TO FEATURE DROWSY MAGGIE NEXT FRIDAY, OCT. 25
Members of Drowsy Maggie are: (standing from left to right) Danny Shipe, Dave Driskell and Bruce Smith and (sitting from left to right) Molly Cary and Daria Lin-Guelig.
Next Friday, Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro, Drowsy Maggie will perform a mix of Americana, old-time, folk, bluegrass and Celtic music, both instrumental and vocal arrangements.
This is the sixth concert in the Deane Center’s indoor fall entertainment series being sponsored by Ward Manufacturing and C&N.
Drowsy Maggie includes five musicians. Danny Shipe and Molly Cary are both lead and harmony vocalists with Cary on guitar and Shipe on guitar and banjo. Daria Lin-Guelig plays hammered dulcimer and concertina; Bruce Smith is on upright bass; and Dave Driskell on flute, clarinet, cajón, and whistle.
“We will be performing songs that are new to us,” said Lin-Guelig. They are: “Something More Than Free” by Jason Isbel and “Ain’t Nobody That Can Sing Like Me” by The Damn Quails, as well as “One Horse Town” by Blackberry Smoke; ”If I Needed You” by Don Williams and Emmylou Harris; “Listen To The Radio” by Billy Strings and Molly Tuttle; “Last of My Kind” by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit; “I Could Drive You Crazy” and “Years” by Sierra Ferrell; and traditional instrumentals “Cousin Sally Brown” and “Fishers Hornpipe.”
Other songs they plan to do are “Oh My Love” by The Small Glories; “The Canary” by Joy Williams; “Safe and Sound” by Taylor Swift; “White Bird” by David and Linda LaFlamme, members of It’s A Beautiful Day; “Jerusalem’s Choir” by Kane’s River; and “Wellerman – Sea Shanty” by Nathan Evans. “We will also perform other old favorites in addition to many new instrumentals,” Lin-Guelig said.
Seating is cabaret style at tables. The concert is BYOB with audience members encouraged to bring their own favorite snacks and beverages and sit at a table with family and friends.
Also available is individual theatre-style seating in comfortable chairs.
Admission is $20. For tickets and to reserve a table, call the Deane Center at 570-724-6220.
For more information about the fall concert series, call the Deane Center at 570-724-6220 or visit deanecenter.com.
Sizerville State Park
Environmental Education Programs – October 26th & 31st
Program Title: Northern Saw-whet Owl Banding – In Memory of Justin Geist
Date: Saturday, October 26th
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Near Maintenance Division
Description: Join experienced bird banders, David and Fay Hauber, as they attempt to band Northern Saw-whet Owls right here in Sizerville State Park! We will have a short introduction on owls followed by instructions on what to do and expect during the demonstration. Wear sturdy shoes since we will be walking on trails, and feel free to bring a water bottle, flashlights, and lots of layers!
Registration is not required but recommended – please do so by Friday, October 25th to have an idea on how much to prepare for beforehand. Thank you!
Registration Link: https://eventsreg.dcnr.pa.gov/register/create/47092786174599
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Program Title: Sizerville’s Spooktacular Skele-bration
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Environmental Learning Center
Description: Happy Halloween! Come out and join the park educator for a night filled with spooky fun and games! Some of the topics for this program may include owls, spiders, bats, and ghosts. There will also be a pumpkin-themed game and crafts to make. Costumes are encouraged, so stop by for a ghostly good time!
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Additional Information:
To register for a program, go to the DCNR Calendar of Events website, search Sizerville State Park, find the program listed, and click on the Register button right under the program date, time, and location. For more information or questions about registering, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.
Sizerville State Park Calendar of Events Website: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sizerville_state_park
In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions programs may be moved or cancelled.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.
With a minimum of one week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events tab or go to https://events.dcnr.pa.gov and search Sizerville State Park. For more information or questions about programs at Sizerville State Park, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.
BRMC, OGH Hosting Connect Life Blood Drives
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are excited to announce upcoming community blood drives in partnership with ConnectLife, the region’s only community blood bank.
The blood drive at BRMC is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby. To schedule an appointment, visit www.connectlifegiveblood.org and use sponsor code 000468, or contact Kim Murphey at (814) 362-8298.
Raymond L. “Ray” McGinnis, 70, of Shinglehouse
Raymond L. McGinnis “beloved husband, father, and Papa”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Raymond L. “Ray” McGinnis, 70, of Shinglehouse, passed away surrounded by his loving family in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY, on Friday, October 18, 2024, after a long illness.
Born on Sunday, May 16, 1954 in Johnstown, PA, he was a son of Jess and Esther Birge McGinnis. On October 9, 1993 in Shinglehouse, he married Roberta G. Ackerson, who survives.
Sarah and Noyes Lawton of Wellsboro Team Up to Create Night of the Living Dead, Live!
Night of the Living Dead, Live! presented by Hamilton-Gibson Productions hits the Warehouse Theatre stage this Friday, October 25 at 7:30pm with an opening night celebration in the Warehouse Gallery following the performance. Teaming up as director and assistant director/lighting designer Noyes and Sarah Lawton have tackled the challenges of this unique project with enthusiasm, and note that the hard work and creativity of the cast and crew is also what has made this project a satisfying one. “We have been fortunate to be surrounded by a great group of people. It was a joy to see every person involved with the show work hard, be creative, and to be unafraid to show their talents.”
FREE SCREENINGS OF NEW GALE LARGEY FILM ON PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS 1789-2020 WITH A FOCUS ON TIOGA COUNTY ARE COMING UP AT WELLSBORO AND MANSFIELD
Two special screenings of the film “Presidential Elections 1789-2020: Facts, Tidbits, & Cartoons – Focus: Tioga County. PA” will be shown in the Deane Center’s Coolidge Theatre at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro PA 16901 on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 2 p.m. and on Monday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m.
A third special screening will be presented on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. at the History Center on Main Street, 61 North Main Street, Mansfield, PA 16933.
Admission is free to all three screenings. Donations are appreciated. Registration is NOT necessary. Just show up.
Coudersport Rotary Club Would Like To Thank Nick McIntire For Speaking
Coudersport Rotary Club was pleased to host teacher, Nick McIntire, at their September 30, 2024 meeting at A&W West End Grill. Nick came to speak about a developing strategy called Co-teaching with Special Education Teachers.
Co-teaching is when two teachers work together to plan and deliver instruction to a group of students. This practice is most often use in inclusive education settings where a special education teacher and regular education teacher work together to teach all students in one classroom.
Republican Campaign Signs Available October 21st
