NEWS

ATTENTION: The township office will be closed all week this week. If you have an emergency you may call the office at 814-544-7549 and leave a message. Thank you

Roulette Native Nate Thompson caught a near-record walleye in the Town Of Roulette the fish was 31 inches long and weighed 10 pounds

Dear Members and Supporters,

It is with heartfelt reverence and gratitude that we announce an important change to our Lodge’s name. The William Hanley Sr., Lodge No. 67 will now be known as the Shade-Hanley Lodge No. 67, honoring both our esteemed founding benefactor, William Hanley Sr., and our beloved past president, Bradford Township Police Lieutenant Jeffrey Shade.

Lieutenant Shade tragically passed away in the line of duty on August 4, 2023, while serving the Bradford community with courage and dedication. His leadership, service, and unwavering commitment to the ideals of law enforcement left an indelible mark on our Lodge and our community. This name change is a lasting tribute to his legacy and the profound impact he had on all of us.

As we embrace this meaningful transition, the Shade-Hanley Lodge No. 67 remains steadfast in our mission to support our members, strengthen our community, and honor those who serve and sacrifice for the greater good. Your unwavering support—whether as individuals, organizations, or silent champions of law enforcement and our Lodge—makes this work possible and impactful.

We would like to extend a special thank you to the greater Bradford, PA community for standing by our Lodge and its officers over the years. Your dedication has been a cornerstone of our success. To our unnamed supporters whose quiet contributions sustain us, please know your efforts are deeply valued and appreciated.

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Christmas Lineup

Businesses and organizations in Cameron County preparing for the holiday season.  The season begins with the arrival of the Christmas tree in the town square.  The tree has been donated by the Erik and Marilyn Erickson.  Smoker Logging will cut and transport the tree Thanksgiving weekend.  In addition a second tree donated by Chris and Randy Andrews will be installed on West Fourth Street near the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce new location.

During Shop Small Saturday November 30, a drawing will be held to give away $100 worth of lottery tickets.  It benefits the Cameron County Royalty.  The tickets can be purchased now at $5.00 each at the chamber office.  Beginning November 30,  shoppers can pick up the C&N Bank Shop Small punch card and after spending $100 at local businesses the card can be turned into the chamber office for a drawing to be held during Christmas in the Wilds December 7.  This gives shoppers one week to fill as many cards as possible.  The prizes are 1 $100 winner, 3 $50 winners 2 $25 winners.  The Cameron County High School Quarterback Club is raising funds from a basket raffle.  Tickets will be available November 25 through December 7 at the chamber office.  All Christmas Time at Sarah Jane’s will open its doors for snuggling with furry animals.  The theme of A Christmas Time will be woodland animals.  Sarah Daley will have painting classes every Friday night.

The month of December kicks off with a used book sale at Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library December 3-7. The Christmas Parade and tree lighting take place in downtown Emporium on Friday night December 6.   The highlight is the arrival of Santa who will then throw the switch to light the tree.  The Christmas Benefit committee will have basket tickets available at the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department starting at 4pm. 

Saturday morning Santa arrives with his reindeer.  The reindeer will relax on North Wood Street between Twisted Sisters and Mountain Laurel Federal Credit Union.  The Emporium Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will host breakfast with Santa  from 9am to 11am.   Santa will then travel to A Christmas Time which is hosted by Sarah Daley at her studio at 5 East Fourth Street.  Families and teens can pick up the selfie scavenger hunt list from businesses in the county.  There are 20 items to find at decorated homes or businesses.  Downtown Emporium vendors will sell items from 9am-1pm.  The CCHS Quarterback Club will have its basket drawing at 1pm and the winners of the C&N Bank Shop Small punch card will be announced at 2pm.  The  Christmas Community Dance will be held Saturday night at the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department.

A Christmas Time will continue to host events during the month of December.  Santa will be greeting children and accepting their letters on Saturday 14 and 21 from noon-2pm.  On Sunday December 8 an elf will be on hand to read stories from 2pm-3pm.  December 15 pets are invited to spend time with Santa.   A photographer will be on hand and the price is $10.00  Throughout the month paint and sips will be offered and the venue is open for holiday gatherings.

The selfie Christmas scavenger hunt continues throughout the month of December.  Participants are to share the pictures on the Facebook group Christmas in Cameron County.  A random drawing will take place New Years Day with prizes awarded.  Brochures outlining the events are available at various businesses in the county.

Turkey Bowling Results

Saturday morning four people threw frozen turkey breasts at bowling pins at the Emporium Food Market.  It is an annual tradition at the grocery store started by owner, Scott McCann.  The winner Issaac Weber, then spent time filling a cart for his Thanksgiving Day dinner.  The other bowlers, Vanessa Bidwell, Lucie Copp and Barb Palumbo all received gift cards to the store.

Six bakers brought pumpkin, apple or banana bread to the store.  A panel of judges including McCann, his son, Wyatt and last years’ pie winner Joe Pleak spent 30 minutes taste testing.  The winners included Jenn Austin, Jean Tesauro and Jill Perry.     All participants received gift cards to the store.

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

j.childs@pottercd.com

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.

Week four Rotary visitors were Cole Moore and Lily Madison.  Lily is the daughter of Pastor J.T. and Carri Madison.  Her school activities include being a member of the soccer team, track and field team, Marching Band, Drama Club, Concert Band, Concert Choir, Chamber Singers,Jazz Band, Peer Helpers and Enrichment.  She has received a certificate of Merit from the state of PA, Frederick Couglass and Susan B. Anthony Award for Social Sciences from the University of Rochester and the Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Award for Community Service. Lily plans to attend a 4-year college for a pre-medicine degree and go to medical school to become a physician.  She would like to join Doctors Without Borders.  Cole is the son of Ronald Moore, Jr. and Rebecca brodhun.  His grandparents are Ronald Moore, Sr, and Lorna Moore.  He has three sisters and two brothers.  He wrestled throughout his grade school. He is in the Automotive class at the Career and Technical Center.  Cole went to work at age 14 and hasn’t done sports since that time.  His plans are to go to Alfred State for Automotive Mechanics.  

Lily was introduced to the club by Susan Flint.  Anna Fair introduced Cole.  Protarm of the day was Rod and Ruth Johnson with their Search and Rescue dogs.  

Pennsylvania College of Technology’s wrestling team had two individual champions — including the most outstanding — one second-place finisher and two third-place finishers to end third among eight teams in its own invitational on Saturday.

Meanwhile, the college’s basketball teams are set to begin United East Conference play on Tuesday at home, with the women facing Lancaster Bible College at 5 p.m. and the men playing Penn State Brandywine at 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 7^th, 2024

12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M –Ducks on Display– Stop by the Wildlife Center and check out a diverse selection of duck specimens while learning about the lives of waterfowl.

Meets at: Wildlife Center

Saturday, December 14^th, 2024

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, light refreshments will be offered, plus an opportunity to create beautiful homemade ornaments using local natural materials. 

Meets at: Wildlife Center

Saturday, December 21^st, 2024

12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M –Natural Ornaments– Learn how to create beautiful homemade ornaments using local natural materials like acorns, pinecones, and seed heads. First hour will be basic introduction to natural ornaments, a review of materials provided, and a step-by-step guide to creating your own animal ornament. Second hour will be free time to use the provided materials to create a new ornament from your own imagination. Materials and assistance provided. Program is free. All ages and experience levels welcome. Children under age 10 require adult supervision.

Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom

Saturday, December 28^th, 2024

12:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M. –Mighty Mustelids– Stop by the Wildlife Center and check out a diverse selection of weasel specimens while learning about the lives of Weasels, Fishers, & Otters.

Meets at: Wildlife Center

Sinnemahoning State Park is happy to announce this winter’s Women in the Wilds event will be held from Friday January 31^st to Sunday February 2^nd with registration opening on Monday December 2^nd.

On November 23, at 1:22 pm Bradford Twp Fire and Bradford City Ambulance were dispatched to Glendorn Dr. for a person entrapped in a tractor that a tree has fallen on with possible serious injuries. Mercy Flight has been contacted

The Community Education Center’s Leadership Elk and Cameron program (LEC) recently completed a session on Communications. The class was graciously hosted at the Elk County Emergency Services center in Ridgway. Participants practiced public speaking and interpersonal communication skills. Local author, artist and advocate John Schlimm shared numerous examples of creative communications and advocacy including the upcoming collaborative 988 Coin project with St. Marys Area Dutch Manufacturing students and the Elk/Cameron Suicide Prevention Task Force and his decade-long project, THE SMILE THAT CHANGED THE WORLD (is yours).

Participants also toured the 911 center and learned about emergency communications from the dispatchers and other 911 staff. One participant reflected “The 911 center is very impressive. It made me more aware of the real heroes behind the line!” The day finished up with a trip to Laurel Media, home of the Hound 97.5, WKBI-FM and WKBI-AM. JJ Michaels shared insights on how drastically the radio industry has changed over the decades.

John K. Brady

John K. Brady, 69, of Warren, Pa, died suddenly on Monday November 18, 2024, in his home.

He was born in Erie, Pa, on February 1, 1955, the son of the late Richard Paul and Eva Jane (Lemmon) Brady. John was a graduate of Fairview High School Class of 1973. He moved to Warren in the 1980’s, where he was manager with Carter Plumbing, Electric and Heating until he retired.

John enjoyed watching deer play from his picture window, although he was always on alert for the occasional bear visit. He was a very skilled woodworker. If he liked you, chances are some of his work is in your home. John was always willing to help anyone with anything. In his youth, he was an avid motorcyclist. Often speeding down Rt 5 on one wheel, and he also loved fast cars. John enjoyed golf although most of his time was devoted to managing his store. The favorite part of his job was designing kitchen remodels.

As many of you know, many people in the Cyclone community are appealing the injection well. There are many large expenses that come with this appeal. We are reaching out to you all  for donations to help with expenses. Just a small amount adds up. These donations are tax deductible. Thank you in advance for your generosity, it is truly appreciated. If you cannot donate, sharing this for us is also greatly appreciated.

In a powerful demonstration of dialogue and connection, the Collaborative Board, a combination of agencies dedicated to fulfilling their purpose of collaboration successfully hosted its Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 14, 2024. The event brought together a diverse group of professionals, leaders, and organizational representatives to reflect on the progress made over the past year and set strategic goals for the future.

Held at the First Presbyterian Church in Bradford, the meeting provided a dynamic platform for attendees to engage in meaningful discussions, share best practices, and explore new opportunities. As the Collaborative Board continues to focus on developing collaborative solutions that strengthen well-being for all and community development, the meeting highlighted the importance of collective action and mutual support in tackling shared challenges.

The Annual Meeting included a series of interactive sessions, where participants brainstormed solutions to pressing issues and identified key priorities for the coming year. Among the key objectives discussed were strengthening cross-agency collaborations to enhance resource sharing and maximize community impact, developing innovative strategies for addressing emerging local challenges, increasing community engagement through collaborative initiatives that empower local stakeholders, and fostering sustainability and equity in all initiatives, ensuring that progress benefits the community equally.

BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Employees from Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health Facilities, took time to give back to the local communities by hosting food drives throughout the healthcare system. Knock Out Hunger was coordinated in Bradford, which ran simultaneously with 97 Rock’s 19^th annual Rock Out Hunger food drive, taking place in Olean. Both programs kicked off on Tuesday, October 15 and ran through Tuesday November 12.

Hosted by Family and Friends of Claire. 

We’d like to invite all the kind people who have been praying for Claire since September 1, 2024 when she was found unresponsive.  Ten year old Claire was life flighted to Geisinger Medical, then another flight to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia where she is slowly but steadily recovering.