NEWS

Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC), a Kaleida Health facility, has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in mammography as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology® (ACR®). Mammography is a specific type of imaging test that uses a low-dose X-ray system to examine breasts. A mammography exam, called a mammogram, is used to aid in the early detection and diagnosis of breast diseases in women.

The ACR gold seal of accreditation represents the highest level of image quality and patient safety. It is awarded only to facilities meeting specific requirements based on ACR Practice Parameters and Technical Standards after a peer-review evaluation by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field. Image quality, personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs are assessed. The findings are reported back to the facility and provide the practice with a comprehensive report that can be used for continuous practice improvement.

To schedule a mammogram at Bradford Regional Medical Center, please call (814) 362-8200 or visit www.brmc-ogh.org.

TIONESTA – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) and CNB Wagner Enterprise, LLC are partnering to help fulfill the need for more commercial driver’s licensed (CDL) drivers. Classes for CDL Class A licenses will be held at CNB Wagner’s range located in Forest County at 727 Route 36 in Tionesta. The cost of the program is estimated at $4,625.00, which includes the cost of the course fees. Additional costs will be associated with obtaining the Class A permit issued through PennDOT.

DATE: APRIL 26TH

TIME: 12PM – CLOSE

JOHN GRAY, ACOUSTIC WILL BE PLAYING FROM 2 – 6PM

DJ ROBBIE WILL BE PLAYING FROM 7 – 11PM

RAFFLES AND GIVE AWAYS!!!!!!!!!!

There will be a special Public Works Committee meeting at 12:45 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16.  The meeting is being held to address a contract.

Lane Restriction Next Week on Route 220 SB in Woodward Township, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of a lane restriction next week on Route 220 southbound in Woodward Township, Lycoming County, for a road maintenance project.

On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew will be milling and patching Route 220 southbound between west of Northway Road and Dome Lane.  Motorists can expect the right (driving) lane to be restricted where work is being performed. Work will be performed between the hours of 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM, weather permitting.

Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution through the work zone.

The legacy of Lorna Thornbury, a devoted educator and lifelong advocate for children and families in the Olean community, will continue to shape young lives through the newly established Lorna J. Thornbury Memorial Scholarship Fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.

The Lorna J. Thornbury Memorial Scholarship Fund was created by her family and loved ones to honor her extraordinary life, career and lasting contributions to early childhood education and the Olean community. The fund will provide an annual scholarship support to graduating seniors of Olean High School who plan to pursue higher education in fields aligned with Thornbury’s values and passions: education, healthcare and the social sciences.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced a temporary, three-day detour will be put into place on Monday, April 14, through Wednesday, April 16, routing traffic around a bridge spanning Oswayo Creek near the intersection of Derring Hollow Road, approximately 1.5 miles Southeast of Oswayo, in Hebron Township, Potter County. This will facilitate the work to replace the bridge, which will improve the overall condition rating of the bridge from poor to good.

Once in place, the three-day detour will utilize Routes 44, 49, and 449 to route traffic around the project site.

Once the detour is lifted, traffic will be reduced to one lane with temporary traffic signals as crews work to complete the bridge replacement.

Overall work on this project includes the replacement of the existing bridge with a new structure, reconstruction of the approaching roadway, and related construction. John Nastase Construction of Snow Shoe, PA, is the contractor on this $2 million project. PennDOT anticipates completion in October.

The second annual Night at the Races was held Saturday at the Port Allegany Moose Lodge #460 as the Rotary Club welcomed Jason Christopher from Acclaim Productions, LLC.  

The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has received five awards in the 2024 Collegiate Advertising Awards program, which recognizes U.S. colleges and universities for excellence in communications, marketing, advertising and promotions.

Pitt-Bradford received four Gold Awards and one Bronze Award in this year’s competition, which was judged by a panel of design and education marketing professionals with decades of combined experience who evaluate entries on creativity, layout/design, and overall quality and effectiveness.

Pitt-Bradford received a Gold Award for a sheet of eight stickers that featured school spirit-related images, including a panther paw and a Pitt-Bradford pennant; a 20-page brochure that admissions counselors when traveling share with prospective students; a series of postcards mailed to prospective students; and a new billboard along U.S. Route 219 in Limestone, N.Y.

Kozmo and Ryan Bliss will perform illusion, misdirection and sleight of hand coupled with laughter and surprises in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. These incredible magicians have performed for some of the biggest stars in the world and will amaze audience members. 

Tickets are available for the three magic shows. The first is at 7:30 p.m. this Friday, April 11. The second is at 2 p.m. and the third is at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, April 12. The doors will open for the 7:30 p.m. shows at 7:15 p.m. and for the 2 p.m. show at 1:45 p.m.  

Stress is a natural part of life, but when it becomes chronic, it can take a serious toll on mental health. While short-term stress can help us stay alert and motivated, prolonged stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and even burnout. April is Stress Awareness Month, a great time to recognize how stress affects overall well-being and what you can do to manage it.

How Chronic Stress Affects Mental Health

When stress becomes a daily occurrence, it impacts more than just mood — it can affect the brain and body in ways we don’t always recognize. One of the most common effects is heightened anxiety and irritability. The body’s prolonged “fight or flight” response makes even small stressors feel overwhelming, causing people to react more strongly than usual. Over time, this can lead to emotional exhaustion.

Chronic stress also disrupts sleep. Many people find themselves lying awake at night with racing thoughts, unable to relax. Elevated stress hormones, such as cortisol, interfere with the body’s ability to wind down, leading to restless nights and daytime fatigue. Additionally, stress can contribute to depression by depleting the brain’s natural supply of feel-good chemicals, making it harder to feel motivated or engaged in daily life.

Another often-overlooked consequence is the impact on memory and concentration. High stress levels can interfere with focus, making it difficult to complete tasks or remember important details. This mental fog can make everyday responsibilities feel overwhelming, further increasing stress and frustration.

Signs That Stress May Be Impacting You

When the Allegany County Democratic Committee hosts its monthly “Coffee with Democrats” on Saturday, April 12^th in Belmont, they’ll be collecting non-perishable food and personal care items to be donated to the Food Pantry at ACCORD’s ACCESS Center, 84 Schuyler St in Belmont. This is one small way county Democrats “serve our community.”

The event runs from 9:30 am – 11:30 am at Belmont American Legion Post 808, 29 Schuyler St.  and is open to all registered Democrats and friends of the committee. Coffee and light snacks will be served. Sign up here to attend.