NEWS

Galil Importing Corp of Hauppauge, New York is recalling Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increased blood lead levels may be the only apparent sign of lead exposure. Additional signs and symptoms of lead exposure are more likely with acute exposure to higher levels of lead or chronic exposure to lead. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount and duration of lead exposure and age/ body weight. If a child is exposed to enough lead for a protracted period of time (e.g., weeks to months) permanent damage to the central nervous system may occur. This can result in learning disorders, developmental defects, and other longterm health problems.

Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning (UPC 794711005484) was distributed to retail stores, grocery stores, delis, and supermarkets located in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida & Illinois between 11/18/2025 and 09/07/2026.

The product is packaged in 90 g transparent plastic containers (case pk of 6units). The lot code GAP11304 can be found on the side of the container under the ingredient line.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

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Berlin Seeds, of Millersburg, OH, is recalling 950 lbs of Alfalfa Sprouting Seed because the seed has the potential to be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) and/or Salmonella.

Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) are organisms that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Escherichia coli (STEC) O26:H11, E. coli O103:H25, and E. coli O168:H8 are three members of this group of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli. STECs cause an acute diarrheal illness (often bloody diarrhea) within a few days of ingestion of the bacteria. Most people recover within a week. However, a subset of infected individuals (especially children < 5 years of age, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals) may develop hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a severe illness characterized by hemolytic anemia (red cell breakdown), thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), and renal failure. HUS can lead to death.

The most common clinical illness caused by nontyphoidal Salmonella infection is gastroenteritis, resulting in nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps, which typically begins 6–72 hours after ingestion of contaminated food or water. Salmonella gastroenteritis is usually a self-limited disease in the normal healthy individual. Patients at risk for more severe illness include neonates, infants, adults greater than 65 years, and patients with impaired immunity or immunosuppressive treatments. In these rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and septic arthritis.

The recalled product was sold by Berlin Seeds at their retail store in Millersburg, OH and through their company website from February 13, 2026 to August 23, 2026 to customers in AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY.

The Berlin Seeds branded Alfalfa Sprouting Seed is packaged under the Berlin Seeds label in 1/4 lb., 1/2 lb., 1 lb., 5 lb., and 50 lb. sizes. The 1/4 lb., 1/2 lb., 1 lb., and 5 lb. sizes are packaged in resealable bags, while the 50 lb. size is packaged in a non-resealable poly woven bag. The 5 lb. and 50 lb. packages bear lot code SAL2-24JB located on the bottom right-hand corner of the label. The 1/4 lb., 1/2 lb., and 1 lb. packages do not bear a lot code.

To date, one illnesses has been reported directly to Berlin Seeds in connection with this seed.

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HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners met today at the Game Commission’s Harrisburg headquarters to hear public comments and conduct official business. The highlights from today’s meeting follow.

Changes to Antlerless Deer License Process

The Board of Commissioners has adopted a change to the regulations governing the sale of antlerless deer licenses, providing the Commission greater flexibility in determining how and when licenses are made available to hunters.

Previously, regulations prescribed a specific schedule for antlerless license sales. The change removes that schedule from regulation and allows the Commission to establish a sales structure each year that best meets the needs of hunters and reflects the number of licenses available.

Hot Rod Mule, based in York, Pennsylvania, will give this season’s last free concert on the Deane Center’s outdoor stage beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. In the event of inclement weather, this concert will be moved indoors to the Gallery at the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue.

This band is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a tour, which includes the outdoor concert in Wellsboro.

Hot Rod Mule delivers a high-energy bluegrass experience that blends tradition with a bold, modern edge. With driving banjo, tight harmonies, and standout musicianship on mandolin, acoustic guitar, and upright bass/bass guitar, this Central Pennsylvania band brings new life to classic Appalachian sounds while surprising audiences with inventive acoustic covers of well-known hits.

For the 11th year, shoppers can find unique, locally crafted products and services with the newest edition of the PA Wilds Buyer’s Guide. The 2026 PA Wilds Buyer’s Guide offers information to connect retailers with artisan made products from the Pennsylvania Wilds region.

Published annually, the PA Wilds Buyer’s Guide is a digital publication featuring members of the PA Wilds Cooperative (WCO). The WCO is a network of more than 700 entrepreneurs and organizations based in the 13-county region known as the Pennsylvania Wilds that is managed by the nonprofit PA Wilds Center.

Road will be paved instead of originally planned patching operations.

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that one of the 79 ‘Rapid Deployment Projects’ Governor Josh Shapiro announced this week has started on Route 6 in McKean and Potter counties.  This project will improve the ride quality and extend the service life of approximately 16 miles of road across the two counties.

The project is part of the first $250 million in funding secured by the Governor in the 2026-27 budget to quickly repair state-owned roads. Over the next 18 months, the Shapiro Administration will drive out a total of $775 million from the Motor License Fund for road work in every county. Before the budget agreement, PennDOT crews would have patched part of Route 6 instead of paving it.

The contractor will start removing guiderail between the Village of Wetmore and Kane Borough. The guiderail is being removed in preparation to begin shoulder stabilization and paving during October. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours while this work takes place. PennDOT anticipates work between Wetmore and Kane will be completed by December.

During the 2027 construction season, work on this project will include surface preparation, paving, line painting, and miscellaneous construction on Route 6 starting in Kane Borough and continuing eastbound to Lantz Corners. New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc. of New Enterprise, PA, is the contractor on this $10 million project.

Travelers can check conditions on major roads by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts. 

Find PennDOT’s planned and active construction projects at www.pa.gov/DOTprojects. Subscribe to PennDOT news and find transportation results in Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter counties at www.pa.gov/DOTdistrict2.  

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KEASBEY, N.J. (Sept. 14, 2026) – Wakefern Food Corp. has voluntarily recalled select containers of Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce after routine FDA testing identified elevated patulin levels that exceed food safety limits and do not meet Wakefern’s quality standards.

Patulin is a naturally occurring substance produced by molds that grow on damaged or bruised apples and may be present in products made from affected fruit. Because patulin levels in this product exceed acceptable limits, the product should not be consumed.

The recall affects Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce sold in 23-ounce plastic jar containers with the UPC Code 04119005677. All recalled packages have a best-by date of June 16, 2027.

The products were distributed through Wakefern supermarket banners ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market. No other products sold at those supermarkets are affected by this recall, and no illnesses or injuries associated with the product have been reported.

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Chairman Dush, PA Anti-Human Trafficking Caucus Members to Celebrate Legislative Accomplishments

WHAT: Members of the PA Anti-Human Trafficking Caucus (AHT) will host a state Capitol news conference to discuss two monumental victories for victims, law enforcement and survivors (Act 31 of 2026, Act 41 of 2026).

WHO: Sen. Cris Dush (R-25), caucus chairman, and co-chairs Rep. Danilo Burgos (D-197), Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68), and Rep. Regina G. Young (D-185) will lead the news conference. Other members of the PA AHT Caucus will also be present.

WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 9:15 a.m.

WHERE: Main Rotunda, PA Capitol Complex, Harrisburg

LIVESTREAM:  https://senatordush.com/2026/09/24/anti-human-trafficking-092926/

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Chairman Dush, the co-chairs and other PA AHT Caucus members will be available for in-person media inquiries immediately following Tuesday’s news conference.

Tackling the Control and Management of Buckthorn

Kane, Pa. – The Roach-Bauer Forestry Forum reminds attendees that the last day to register for the October 15, 2026 Roach-Bauer Forestry Forum is Thursday, October 8.  Registrations must be received by that date at the AHUG office at PO Box 133, Kane, PA 16735.  The presentation will focus on the control and management of buckthorn.

The Roach-Bauer Forestry Forum is pleased to announce that Dr. Mike Schuster, Plant Ecologist and Assistant Professor of Biology at Hamline University and a Forestry Researcher at the University of Minnesota, will be the keynote speaker.  Mike also runs the Schuster Plant Ecology Lab, a contributing research partner of the Minnesota Invasive Terrestrial Plants and Pests Center.  Dr. Schuster will present on his buckthorn research – specifically seedbank longevity, critical-period cutting, and native plant revegetation strategies to inhibit buckthorn re-establishment.

Mike graduated from Hamline University in 2010 with degrees in both biology and economics.  In 2015, he earned his Ph.D. from Purdue University while studying impacts of climate change and plant invasions on ecosystem processes.  Mike also serves as a researcher in the Department of Forest Resources at the University of Minnesota.  Mike started teaching at Hamline University in 2023 as an adjunct professor and joined the university permanently in 2025.

Since 2016, Dr. Schuster has led the Cover It Up! Project, where collaborations explore how densely establishing native plant cover can fortify forests against invasion of buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) and other exotic plants as a way to restore biodiversity.  Densely establishing native plants can also reduce the need for additional chemical or mechanical treatments.

A field tour will also be offered from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., departing from and returning to the Wilcox Community Building.  This optional afternoon session will include several field stops highlighting buckthorn’s impacts on forest regeneration and showcasing ongoing efforts of the Allegheny Forest Health Collaborative to contain and manage this invasive species across the region.  The registration form will provide an opportunity to indicate participant interest in the tour.    

Mike’s presentation will be of interest to all forest managers and conservationists that are currently dealing with the ever-increasing spread of the highly invasive buckthorn that is precluding natural regeneration of forests in NC PA. 

Society of American Foresters’ Continuing Forestry Education credits will be applied for this presentation. 

The Forum will be held at the Wilcox Community Building (also called the Jones Township Community Center) at 320 Faries St, downtown Wilcox, Pa., 15870.  Preceding the talk will be a no-host social hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and dinner at 5:30 p.m.  The program will start immediately after dinner.  Reservations are required!  No reservations will be accepted after Thursday, October 8.  For reservations, contact the Allegheny Hardwood Utilization Group, PO Box 133, Kane, Pa., 16735, at 814-837-8550, or e-mail ashields@ahug.com.

Annin Township Building 

Railroad Avenue

Turtlepoint

AGENDA ITEMS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

General Safety & Maintenance Rules

Tree Removal & Health

Donation Updates

FALL CLEAN-UP

Public Input

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Pike Township Board of Supervisors will hold a Special Meeting on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Pike Township Municipal Building. 79 Germania St Galeton PA 16922

The purpose of the Special Meeting is to discuss and take action, as appropriate, regarding the following:

• Floodplain Management Updates
• Purchase of a Carport
• Purchase of Concrete Blocks

The public is welcome to attend.

Pike Township Board of Supervisors.

The Coudersport Area School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Central Office Assistant.  The position is a 260-day salaried position with insurance and other benefits.  Accounting experience preferred but not required.

Interested applicants should send a complete application package, including a letter of interest, application, resume´, and Act 24, 31, 34, 151, and 168 clearances to the Office of the Superintendent, CASD, 698 Dwight Street, Coudersport, PA  16915 by October 2, 2026.

Seeking a qualified Social Worker or Counselor to provide support services and counseling in a school/clinical setting.

• Temporary substitute position anticipated to begin mid-October for approximately 12 weeks.
• Appropriate certification/licensure preferred.

For more information, please contact:

Julia Anderson

janderson@iu9.org

814-887-5512 ext. 300

Anticipated Interim Social Worker/Counselor Substitute – Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9

The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s financial aid staff offer free financial aid information sessions for college-bound students online and in-person FAFSA completion events in October and November.

The information sessions will be held virtually on Oct. 8. The daytime session will be live from noon to 1 p.m., and the evening session will be live from 6 to 7 p.m. A link for the sessions is available on the web page upb.pitt.edu/financialaid.

Information covered will include basic information on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, deadlines and tips that will make completing the FAFSA easier. A counselor will also talk about the financial aid process and the different types of aid that are available to families and students. Finally, the counselor will talk about different situations that can affect aid, such as income, academic progress and whether a student is considered a dependent or independent student. There will be time for questions after the presentation.

On Oct. 29, the financial aid staff will offer a FAFSA completion night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Kane Area High School, Room 105, in Kane. A second completion event will be held on Nov. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pitt-Bradford in the George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building computer lab, Room 220. A final completion event will take place on Nov. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Warren-Forest Higher Education Council, Suite F, in Warren. Preregistration is required for this event by calling 814-723-3222. 

Sessions will enable families to complete the FAFSA online with some assistance from the staff. Those interested should bring their 2025 federal tax return with related W-2 forms. Families should also bring Federal Student Aid usernames and passwords and investment statements for assets other than retirement accounts.

 For more information, contact Deborah Soyke, assistant director of financial aid, at 814-362-7550 or d.soyke@pitt.edu.

The City of Bradford Police Department has arrested 68-year-old James Christopher Rensel of 16 Hobson Place, Bradford, following an investigation into repeated incidents of alleged indecent conduct.

The investigation began after an adult neighbor reported observing Rensel expose himself through an opening in a fence separating the properties on multiple occasions between July and September 2026. The alleged conduct occurred near a public sidewalk regularly used by neighborhood residents, including children. Investigators also reviewed surveillance images allegedly documenting some of the reported conduct.

Rensel was taken into custody at his residence today by City of Bradford Police Detective Mark DeLuca and Patrolman Colby Keane. He has been charged with Indecent Exposure and Open Lewdness.

Rensel was already registered under Pennsylvania’s Megan’s Law as a lifetime registrant based upon prior sex offenses. Court records also identify him as having previously been classified as a sexual predator in Ohio.

Rensel was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Richard W. Luther Jr., who set bail at $150,000. Rensel was unable to post bail and was remanded to the McKean County Jail. Additional court proceedings have been scheduled in this matter.

The investigation was conducted by the City of Bradford Police Department.

All charges are allegations. Rensel is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the courthouse lawn every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm.  The next market will be this Friday, September 25th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

*  Market times have been established after many trial times over the years.  If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly.  They are willing to try to accommodate your request.

 *  If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions, please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-598-0649 netrabaker2@gmail.com]

VALLEY HONEY will be at the market on Friday. We will have various sizes of liquid honey, honeycomb, chunk honey, whipped honey, honey sticks, honey gift bags and beeswax for sale. We accept cash payments. Hope to see everyone there!

ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products that include soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, lotion bars and bath bombs. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page. 

TIM PORTZLINE is planning on being there.  Will be bringing 3 different types of pumpkins, butternut squash, green beans, and potatoes.  Cash payments are accepted.

Are you interested in exploring best practices for milk production, unlock the insights available through the DHIA reports, and learn about results from a current grazing management study? If your answer is ‘yes’ you are invited to attend the Penn State Extension workshop:

Milk Matters: Grazing and Milk Quality

Wednesday, October 21, 2026; 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Troy Fire Department, 88 Firehouse Dr., Troy, PA 16947

Emily Fread, Penn State Extension Educator, will discuss best milking practices for improved milk quality. This will include bedding, stock density, udder hygiene, pre-dip and post-milking dip, importance of timing and proper milker udder attachment.

Jim Lawhead, DVM, Penn State Ext. Educator, and Leoni Martins, Ph.D., Penn State Extension Dairy Nutritionist, will focus on using 202 DHIA Herd Summary reports and integrating grazing management and behavioral responses to optimize pasture utilization.

This workshop is sponsored by Horizon Organic and is open to both organic and conventional dairy producers. It is a free of charge, but registration is required either through the Penn State Website (https://extension.psu.edu/milk-matters-grazing-and-milk-quality) or Email or call Michal Lunak at mpl5660@psu.edu, tel: 603-348-2026.

The Pennsylvania State University encourages qualified persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing any type of                              accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Michal Lunak 570-265-2896. This publication is available in alternative media on request. Where trade names appear, no discrimination is intended, and no endorsement by Penn State Extension is implied.

Reinforces Pennsylvania’s role in shaping national utility policy on reliability, infrastructure, markets & technology

HARRISBURG, PA – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Commissioner Kathryn L. Zerfuss has been reappointed to a national Federal and State Current Issues Collaborative.

Commissioner Zerfuss will continue to serve as one of 10 members representing state utility commissions and key regions on the Collaborative. Her term was renewed by Ann Rendahl, President of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC), as one of two state commission representatives from the Mid-Atlantic region – continuing Pennsylvania’s role in national utility discussions.  Appointed participants on the Collaborative serve one-year terms, which can be renewed for up to three years. Commissioner Zerfuss was originally appointed to serve a one-year term in September 2025.

“The regulatory landscape is evolving as state and federal regulators are quickly shifting utility oversight priorities,” said Commissioner Zerfuss. “As we respond to these changes, the Collaborative continues to provide an important multi-level network of support.”  

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BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will hold three Saturday open houses this fall and winter that give students and their families a chance to meet faculty and staff, tour campus and talk with current students all in one afternoon.

Check-in for each open house begins at noon Oct. 3 and Oct. 24, 2026, and Feb. 20, 2027, on campus, with an informal forum where representatives from academic divisions, student affairs and athletics are available to answer questions until about 12:50 p.m. Formal presentations start at 1 p.m., and tours wrap up around 3:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome to stay for a meal in the dining hall as guests of the university.