WELLSBORO, PA – George Ann Foreman, adult-gerontology certified registered nurse practitioner (AG-CRNP), has joined the Wellsboro Laurel Health Center, located at 7 Water St. in Wellsboro, PA.
She is passionate about nursing and brings a wealth of veteran experience from over 30 years of delivering quality patient care and teaching nursing students. Foreman specializes in managing chronic health conditions and promoting wellness as we age. She is accepting new patients with a focus on older adults and healthy aging.
“This is my hometown, and I am honored to contribute to the health and wellness of my community. My focus is on delivering holistic care to older adults and connecting patients with services that can improve their quality of life,” Foreman shares. “I chose Laurel Health because I have always appreciated the quality of care provided here. Laurel Health does a great job of supporting patients with comprehensive health and wellness services to meet their physical, mental, and emotional health needs. Over the years, I have worked with many of Laurel Health’s providers, and I like the compassionate philosophy they share.”
On December 8th, guest speakers from Early Connection’s regional office in Erie came to visit the Seneca Highlands CTC.
Kimberly Kuehl, workforce coordinator, Jessie Dardaris, Preapprenticeship Program, and Kim Beers, Intermediary Supervisor/ECE Workforce Director, were welcomed into the Early Childhood Education program to discuss opportunities for CTE students for funding, employment, and assistance in their Child Development Associate (CDA) journey.
The students were all invited to join the Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children (PennAEYC) and the membership was covered through a grant. Students may utilize the WEntry Level Membership ($30.00 value) to get digital resources, online networking, local chapter engagement, and discounts on insurance and subscriptions.
The Early Childhood Apprenticeship provides opportunities, benefits, and learning as students make a “learning-while earning” transition out of the Career and Technical Center.
12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M. –Holiday Open House– View the Wildlife Center, all decked out in its holiday attire, while sipping a cup of hot cocoa or mulled cider and listening to holiday music.
Enjoy the eye-catching holiday displays created by park volunteers and Grandpa Hank’s winter village donated by Debbie Calkins of Mansfield, and of course, the Wildlife Center exhibits.
Light refreshments will be offered, plus an opportunity to create beautiful homemade ornaments using local natural materials.
All ages are welcome to this FREE event. Please join us for the festivities!
At 1 p.m. today, Tuesday, Dec. 12, Cheryl Hein Walters of Mansfield will present “Harp Holiday” for the Golden Afternoons program in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
This free one-hour program is open to anyone 55 years of age or older.
Walters will play the harp and sing holiday favorites. Those attending are invited to sing along and pat, clap or stomp with gusto.
Cookies, punch and holiday treats will be provided free.
The holidays can be a crazy time of year. We’re running from party to party, trying to squeeze in time for family and friends, and we may let our health take a back seat to the hustle and bustle of the season. However, it’s important to carve out time to focus on taking care of your own health.
Consider the following tips to be your best self and enjoy this special time of year:
Coudersport Rotary Club held its annual Christmas dinner on Monday, December 11, 2023, at A&W West End Grill. Rotarians and their guests were pleased to be serenaded by members of the Coudersport Jr/Sr High School Choir.
Coudersport Elementary School’s nurse gives Rotarians a list of students in need and information about what they would like. Every year, Rotarians purchase and wrap gifts to be distributed to the students for Christmas.
The SHCTC Networking and Security instructor, Mr. Bryant, is proud to announce the Student of the Week, Aiden Smith. Aiden is a classic example of a student who keeps his head down and achieves. He exhibits an outstanding work ethic in shop labs and on theory assignments. Aiden is currently seeking his Network Pro certification.
State has Reached One Gigawatt of Installed Solar Generation and Rapid Growth of Solar Construction is Continuing
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) announced today that the Commonwealth’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS) program has surpassed one gigawatt (GW) or 1,000 megawatts (MW) of solar energy. This is an important milestone to help cement Pennsylvania’s position as an energy leader and accelerate innovation across a diverse set of energy technologies.
G2 Gymnastics of Shinglehouse participated in the Pumpkin Fall Fest in Johnstown, PA hosted by Uzelac Gymnastics. This was the first regular season competition with twenty-nine G2 members traveling to the event. The level 2’s earned 1st place in the Team Division along with XCEL Gold and Platinum earning 2nd, and XCEL Silvers taking 3rd. G2 had 13 members qualify to the Pennsylvania State Championships at their first competition of the season: Silver-Emilia Lineman, Ella Amidon, Sawyer Garfield, Avery Vosler, Lydia West; Gold – Mae Joyce, Brinley Rossrucker, Reagan Artlip, Shelby Chamberlain, Ava LaBella, Harper Joyce; Platinum: Carly Reed and Catence Taylor
Congratulation to our top 2 All Around Champions: Level 2 – Berkley Rovder (1st-36.65), Rhayna Coffed (1st-35.85), Brynlee Haines (2nd-35.275), Etta George (2nd-35.15); Gold – Shelby Chamberlain (1st-36.95); Platinum – Carly Reed (1st-36.025), Catence Taylor (1st-37.275); Diamond – Irelyn Rounsville (1st-34.35).
G2 Gymnastics will continue to train for their upcoming competitions. There are many programs for boys and girls with gymnastics classes beginning at age 3 and ninja classes beginning at age 4. New class enrollment will open online on December 18th for the new session beginning January 2nd. Don’t miss out on all the fun. For more information or to register, visit: www.g2gym.com, or email g2gymandfitness@gmail.com.
The Ulysses Area Improvement sponsored the annual Community Christmas and it was hosted by TRI-Town Fire Dept on Saturday, December 9th. There were Christmas movies for the kids, members of the Ulysses Baptist Church Choir led Christmas Carols , Santa & Mrs Claus and Rudolf arrived at the Fire Hall in 47-3 driven by Fire Department President Dan Borkholder. Kids of all ages visited with Santa to give him their wish list. Visitors enjoyed hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips and homemade cookies and coco.
There was a parade and a tree lighting ceremony. Listed here are the winners from the parade:
The Port Allegany Music Department presented a Holiday Band Concert Friday at PAHS. The concert featured the Elementary Bands, the Junior High Concert Band, Senior High Concert Band and the Senior High Jazz Band.
The concert began with the Junior HIgh Band playing Festival of Lights, The Rowan Tree, Old English Carol and A Visit From St. Nicholas with Mr. Ben Palmer as Narrator. Members of the Junior High Concert Band include Molly Barber, Mallory Johnson, Kaitlyn Kallenborn, Olivia Lilly and Bailey Lloyd on Flute; Ella Amell, Svea Ayers, Destiny Culver Owen Marzella, Jonah McKeirnan, Leila Stuckey and Kyra Tankersley on Clarinet; Elijah Gant on Bass Clarinet; Gianna Glasgow, Draven Green, brock Marsiglio and Lillianne Reed on Alto Saxophone; Steven Alcock, Bryce Fessenden, Alayna Palmer and Brody O’Rourke on Trumpet; Garrin Wright on Trombone; David Garcia, Holden Hammond, Adrian Penick and Jackson Smith on Baritone; Delaney Stromberg on Tuba; Brody Kazimer on Key Bass; and Weston Foltz, Benjamin Gutshall, Trace Kazimer, Holden Nance, Lily O’Rourke and Joseph Reed on Percussion.
BRADFORD, PA & OLEAN, NY – Caitlin Bachman and Katelyn Spears, RN, were announced as the Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), parent company of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), December Star Award winners.
The star award is offered monthly at BRMC and OGH to an employee who displays exceptional performance and inspires others to do the same. Members of the team are nominated for outstanding customer service, ongoing performance improvement, teamwork, communication, ownership/accountability, and excellence. Employees are selected by patients as well as co-worker nominations.
The December Star Award winner for BRMC was Caitlin Bachman, lead CT tech, CT scanning.
“Caitlin has received several positive comments from patients and co-workers commenting on how she displayed a high level of patience while conducting a CT scan on an extremely nervous patient. She is also diligent with her work and recently played an integral role in finding a possible fracture on another patient which was communicated with the radiologist who was able to use another imaging exam to confirm the fracture,” said her nomination. “She is very compassionate, empathetic, and a huge patient advocate. Caitlin does her best to ensure the patient receives the correct study for the diagnosis and is a valued member of our imaging team.”
Katelyn Spears, RN, acute care 3A, was announced as the December OGH star award winner.
“Katelyn was recently recognized to have a positive impact on a patient’s experience which commented how she continuously went above and beyond caring for a patient’s family member who has severe dementia and underwent hip surgery. Katelyn stayed after her shift to ensure that the patient was safe. She is highly skilled, patient, cares, and goes above and beyond to communicate with knowledge and empathy,” said her nomination. “I am very thankful she was on the team of providers when my family member needed care.”
Other employees who were recognized and nominated for the November star award included Eileen Smith, EVS; Patricia Houghton, respiratory care. OGH nominees were: Bridget Flannery, acute care 3A; Conrad Gadson, EVS; Bonnie Lyman, acute care 3A; Lisa Sworts, RN, subacute rehab. All five nominations for the December Star Award at OGH were made by patients.
“These ceremonies are a great way to bring everyone together and recognize the hard work of team members from all levels of the organization. This month with having all our nominations for our Olean star award come from patient nominations is a testament to how our employees can positively affect the lives of others,” said Jill Owens, MD, president, UAHS. “No gesture is too small to help make a difference for one of our patients. These nominations exemplify the work we’re doing overall to improve quality of care and change the company culture throughout UAHS.”
Star award recipients received a Chamber of Commerce gift certificate, additional paid time off, certificate of recognition as well as the coveted star award parking spot. All nominees were recognized for their hard work towards UAHS’ drive to five ¾ five-stars!
Kevin and Patty Dusenbury, of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are grateful for the extreme generosity of many donors to their Gift of Memory program again this year. Toys and gifts in excess of 1400 items were delivered to the Christmas House in Coudersport, marking the 23rd year of the program.
Delivering the toys were Kevin and Patty and the Klesa family, who have graciously embraced the Gift of Memory program to honor their son and brother, Jon, having themselves brought almost 500 gifts and toys donated by their family and friends this year.
Dusenbury said, “We have donors from the first year that continue to donate and new donors every year. We had several donors who contributed very generous amounts of money which allowed us to shop for specific needs to purchase items for the older children”.
Dusenbury, who is the owner and funeral director of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home in Shinglehouse and the Potter County Coroner stated, “we are once again amazed by the generosity of so many people. As we have done the last three years, we started collecting gifts early at the request of the Christmas House. We truly THANK each person who donated, assuring that many less fortunate individuals and families will have a brighter and happier Christmas. We wish everyone a beautiful, blessed and very Merry Christmas.”
Pictured with this year’s gifts are the Klesa family, volunteers from the Christmas House, and Kevin Dusenbury.
The following donated toys and gifts in memory of their loved ones:
Do your future plans include postsecondary education? Northern PA Regional College (NPRC) brings affordable education to you. Their Spring 2024 semester begins Wednesday, January 17th. Courses being offered include Introduction to Psychology, Foundations of Math, Environmental Biology, Cyber Crime, Public Speaking, and many more. These courses are part of five associate degrees – Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Liberal Studies, and Social Sciences. Of course, if you are not interested in pursuing an associate degree at this time, NPRC’s team will help you select courses or training that meets whatever goal you would like to achieve.
Austin Area School’s National Honor Society sponsored Breakfast with Santa at the Austin Firehall. While Curtis Dean-Inman age 5 has a serious talk with Santa, a couple of the elves enjoyed their breakfast.
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service State College PA 850 PM EST Sun Dec 10 2023 …SNOW TO IMPACT TRAVEL OVERNIGHT…
Snow will continue to overspread the northern and western areas of central Pennsylvania overnight. While valley locations will hold onto rain longer, as temperatures remain just above freezing, higher elevations will have potential to have icy spots develop, as temperatures are expected to fall into the upper 20s by sunrise.
Icy spots will be most likely on untreated surfaces such as bridges and ramps. Persons traveling overnight should be alert for a wide range of conditions and allow extra travel time. The heaviest snow is expected to be west and north of Interstate 99. Martin
A $150 early bird season pass to attend all 17 Endless Mountain Music Festival concerts is available now through Sunday, Dec. 31.
“The early bird season pass is an opportunity to give a music lover a great gift for Christmas, a birthday, anniversary or just because,” said Cindy Long, EMMF executive director.
Of the 17 concerts, two of the symphony orchestra concerts are free and six are $39 per person or $234 and two of the chamber concerts are free and seven are $30 per person or $210 for a total of $444.
By comparison, for $150, the price to attend each of the 13 concerts is $11.54, a saving of $294.
On Jan. 1, 2024, the price of a season pass will return to $250 or $19.23 per concert.
Redemption is a concept that most people subscribe to EXCEPT when it means putting the words into action.
Take for instance Gov. Hochul’s new bill, the Clean Slate Act, which could seal conviction records for some convicted citizens. The Act is getting push back from the Right, as they would rather these people carry their conviction as a ball and chain for the rest of their lives. Or as one former ‘convict’ termed it, perpetual punishment.
This is different from clemency or expungement.
The Act, however, does NOT seal ALL records. Only for those with clean records following their release from incarceration. Three years for those with misdemeanor convictions and eight years for felonies. And the records would NOT be sealed for certain categories, such as any conviction resulting in a possible registration as a sex offender, nor are murderers eligible, nor domestic terrorists, nor others convicted of non-drug Class A felonies.
The records would only become shielded when a person applies for schooling, jobs and housing. The records would still be available to the police and the courts.
By allowing for those who have served their time to re-integrate in the community and work to improve their social position, this Act will reduce recidivism.
Let those who have paid their debt pick up the pieces and put their lives back together productively for the benefit of all.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 12/05/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Rome Township, Bradford county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department.