Galeton Sign Gets Spruced Up
NEWS
The Port Allegany High School Class of 1968 reunited for their 55th Class Reunion on August 12 at the Seneca Inn in Port Allegany.
Registration Open for 2023 PA Route 6 Educational Workshop, Annual Meeting & Do 6 Awards Program in Corry
The PA Route 6 Alliance invites individuals and groups from across its 11-county PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor to join them October 5-6 in the Heritage Community of Corry, Pennsylvania, for the 2023 Educational Workshop, Annual Meeting and “Do 6” Awards Program.
The event kicks off with the Educational Workshop on Thursday, October 5th in Corry.
PITT-BRADFORD KICKS OFF 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH FOUNDERS’ DAY
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will kick off its 60th anniversary celebration year on Tuesday, Sept. 5, by celebrating Founders’ Day from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Bromeley Quadrangle.
Other events planned for the year include a gallery show of historic photos from the Pitt-Bradford archives, special Alumni and Family Weekend Activities, and a 60th Anniversary Film Series. All events are free and open to the public.
The Founders’ Day celebration, which began as part of the university’s 50th anniversary year, is a free community event commemorating the first day of classes at Pitt-Bradford on Sept. 3, 1963.
This year’s event will include a complimentary lunch, chances to win Pitt-Bradford prizes, and a performance by Slick, the faculty-staff band. Slick consists of Dr. Drew Flanagan, assistant professor of history, on vocals; Alan Hancock, technical analyst, on lead guitar; Dr. Max Jensen, assistant professor of Spanish, on drums and vocals; Mary Kafferlin, library specialist, on bass; and Dr. Matt Kropf, associate professor of engineering technology, on keyboard.
PUC Chairman Stephen M. DeFrank Thanks Governor Shapiro for Appointment
Published on 8/30/2023
DeFrank Notes Importance of Challenging Energy Issues Facing Pennsylvania and the Nation; Highlights PUC Mission to Ensure Safe and Reliable Public Utility Service at Just and Reasonable Rates
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today recognized Governor Josh Shapiro’s appointment of Commissioner Stephen M. DeFrank as the PUC’s new chairman, effective immediately.
DeFrank replaces Commission Chairman Gladys Brown Dutrieuille, whose tenure as PUC chair and as a commissioner ended with the confirmation of incoming Commissioner Kim Barrow.
Price receives Special Recognition from Bradford Rotary
Deborah Price received Paul Harris Fellow recognition at Wednesday’s Rotary Club of Bradford meeting. This recognition is a special expression of appreciation for her service to the club and the community.
PennDOT, Pennsylvania State Police, Safety Partners Urge Responsible, Designated Driving Ahead of Labor Day Holiday
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and safety partners gathered today to urge motorists to celebrate responsibly ahead of the Labor Day holiday.
“Crashes involving impaired drivers are entirely preventable,” said PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Cheryl Moon-Sirianni. “If your end-of-summer celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead for a sober driver. Make plans with a friend or use public transportation or a ride-share service, but never drive impaired.”
According to PennDOT data, in 2022 there were 1,214 crashes resulting in 17 fatalities and 817 injuries statewide over the Labor Day holiday weekend (Friday, September 2 through Monday, September 5. Of those, 114 crashes resulting in six fatalities and 90 injuries were alcohol-related and 27 crashes resulting in two fatalities and 20 injuries were drug-related.
Last year, Life Lion responded to more than 2,600 motor vehicle crashes across central Pennsylvania, many of which involved traumatic injuries that resulted in transport to a hospital for further treatment.
North Central to Host Electric Vehicle Charging Station Partnership Event
Ridgway, PA – The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) will host a free electric vehicle (EV) event, Driving Forward: EV Charging Station Partnership on September 27, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, 1400 Leonard Street, Clearfield, PA 16830.
This informative event will feature presentations on EV charging basics, existing infrastructure in the region and funding opportunities. Interactive discussions will be conducted to further evaluate gaps, opportunities and challenges, and to provide businesses a chance to interact with supporting organizations that can help plan and implement new charging infrastructure across the region.
Jail Board Meeting Postponed; New Date Pending
Potter County Jail Board has postponed its Sept. 1, 2023, public business meeting due to schedule conflicts and lack of a quorum.
A new date for the board’s September meeting will be announced. In the meantime, those with questions or comments about the jail can submit them to the board through a dedicated email address, pcjailboard@pottercountypa.net.
Information Session Scheduled for Penn College LPN Courses
Penn College has scheduled a full-time program in Wellsboro and Coudersport. The program begins September 11, 2023, and students will graduate approximately one year from the start of the program. A second program will begin in January 2024 in Wellsboro only.
Biden-Harris Administration Invests $266 Million to Help Rural Business Owners, Farmers and Ranchers Lower Energy Costs, Generate Income, and Expand Operations, as Part of Investing in America Agenda
WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is awarding $266 million in loans and grants to agriculture producers and rural small businesses to make investments in renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements that will lower their energy costs, generate new income, and strengthen the resilience of their operation. This funding is made possible in part by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, the nation’s largest-ever investment in combatting the climate crisis.
“Creating opportunity for rural communities means investing in farmers, ranchers, and small businesses,” Secretary Vilsack said. “A key pillar of Bidenomics, President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is ensuring our producers and business owners are not only a part of the clean energy economy but are directly benefitting from it. These once-in-a-generation investments in renewable energy, like wind and solar, and energy efficient technologies create new markets and deliver real cost savings for our small and mid-sized agricultural operations and Main Street businesses, building and keeping wealth in rural America.”
For more information, read full NEWS RELEASE.
UPMC Welcomes New Family Medicine Provider to Port Allegany
PORT ALLEGANY, Pa., August 30, 2023 – UPMC welcomes Tyler Thompson, PA-C, to the UPMC Primary Care team at Port Allegany Community Health Center, 45 Pine St., Port Allegany.
Thompson completed the Master of Health Science Physician Assistant program at Lock Haven University and has trained with multiple specialists from across the region. He is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Crash Closes Route 15 in Clinton Township, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised Route 15 is closed in both directions in Clinton Township, Lycoming County due to a multi-vehicle crash near the intersection with Blind Road.
Southbound traffic is being detoured via Routes 54, 405 and 44. Northbound traffic is being detoured via Routes 44 and 2001 (Elimsport Road).
Motorists should seek alternate routes if possible. The roadway is expected to be closed for several hours.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways 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 1,000 traffic cameras.
GALETON BOROUGH COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 9, 2023
The regular meeting of the Galeton Borough Council was held this date in the Municipal building with the following members present: Joe Petrencsik, Doug Droppa, Darrell Jackson, DJ Fuller and Denny Dean. Not present was Ron Tarabori.
Others present were Foreman-Joe Cimino; Solicitor-Mike Plummer; Officer Yoder; Joey Cimino; Marc Mosher; Citizen-Kristin Bierley; and Borough Secy-Andrea Caracciolo
President Petrencsik called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM followed by the Pledge to the Flag.
Minutes
