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G2 Earns 20 State Titles
G2 Gymnastics of Shinglehouse participated in the PA USAG State Championships for levels XCEL Silver, Gold, and Platinum, with twenty-four members representing G2 Gymnastics. G2 had the most successful State season since their opening in 2014. Out of the 24 G2 athletes, they brought home 90 individual awards including 20 individual State Titles, along with XCEL Platinum’s taking 2nd place in the Team Division out of over 50 eligible PA teams, just missing first place by 0.025 with only 5 athletes to account for scores. Team placements were not given for the Silver division though G2 came in 6th out of over 60 PA teams. The XCEL Silver and Platinum Team traveled to Lewisburg, PA while the XCEL Gold team traveled to State College, PA for their respective State championships.
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House of Raeford Recalls Foster Farms Brand Mini Chicken Corn Dog Products Due to Possible Spoilage
FSIS Announcement
WASHINGTON, June 30, 2023 – House of Raeford, a Nesmith, S.C., establishment, is recalling approximately 76,961 pounds of corn dog products due to possible spoilage, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The mini chicken corn dogs were produced on April 24, 2023. The following product is subject to recall [view labels]:
- 1.83-lb. resealable bag containing “FOSTER FARMS MINI CORN DOGS BITE-SIZED CHICKEN FRANKS DIPPED IN BATTER HONEY CRUNCHY FLAVOR” with lot codes 123114 and 223114 and best if used by date of 4/23/24.
The product subject to recall bears the establishment number “P- 9136” printed on the package. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The problem was discovered after the firm notified FSIS that it received consumer complaints that the product had an odor, off appearance, and unpleasant taste.
Panamerican Foods, LLC Recalls Ineligible Pork and Beef Bean Stew Products Imported from Brazil
FSIS Announcement
WASHINGTON, June 30, 2023 – Panamerican Foods, LLC, a distributor and importer of record located in Kearny, N.J., is recalling approximately 4,978 pounds of the pork and beef bean stew products that were imported from an establishment in Brazil that is not eligible to export meat products to the United States, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The following products are subject to recall, regardless of the product date [view labels]:
- 430g cans containing “Anglo Feijoada Pronta para servir”.
- 430g cans containing “Bordon Feijoada PRONTO PARA SERVIR”.
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “76 S.I.F.” on the can. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The problem was discovered when FSIS followed up on a referral from USDA’s Smuggling Interdiction and Trade Compliance Program. The pork and beef bean stew products, which were imported from a Brazilian establishment not eligible to export meat products to the United States, were observed for sale in a retail store.
Recall of Everest Brand Sambhar Masala and Garam Masala in the U.S. Due to Possible Health Risk
Everest Food Products Private Limited of Gujarat, India has been notified by FDA that samples of their products, Sambhar Masala and Garam Masala, have tested positive for Salmonella. These products were not distributed by Everest Food Products Private Limited and they were not intended for distribution or sale in the US market. Amin Trading Agency LLC., Edison, NJ. sourced our products from Indian markets and distributed them in the US market. Amin Trading Agency LLC. is conducting a recall of these products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Eliot Ness Fest Parade – You Can Be Part of History!
COUDERSPORT, PA — This year’s Eliot Ness Fest Parade is going to be one for the books – and there’s still time for you to be a part of it. This is anything but a run-of-the-mill parade! There will be prizes, all kinds of entertaining antics, and a dramatic finale that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
It steps off on Water Street at 4 pm Saturday, July 15, and progresses up Main Street into the festival’s epicenter at the courthouse square. “We first set out to make it more entertaining,” explained Greg Brink, parade chair for the Eliot Ness Fest Committee. “Then we were able add an audience participation element. And, finally, we added a ‘surprise’ grand marshal to lead our parade and a finale that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.”
Anyone who wants to join in on the fun has several options and there is no registration fee. Cash prizes will be awarded for best-dressed man, woman and child in a Roaring ‘20s theme – gangster, flapper, G-man, etc. Another popular category is best-decorated ATV.
Registrants are asked to use their imagination, with bonus points awarded for those who best match the Eliot Ness Fest themes. Local clubs/organizations and businesses are also welcome. Advance registration is required. Line-up will be on Water Street starting at 3 pm. For more information, send email to Greg Brink at moops03.gb@gmail.com.
Eliot Ness Fest (July 14-16) celebrates the career of the famous American crimefighter who lived out his final days in Coudersport. His 1950s book, “The Untouchables,” was written in Coudersport, spawning a popular TV series, blockbuster movie and an enduring American legend.
For details on the festival, visit eliotnessfest.com or the Eliot Ness Fest page on Facebook.
Franklin D. Furman II Retires From US Air Force
Master Sergeant Franklin D. Furman II, son of Frank and Katie Furman of Coudersport, PA, has retired from the US Air Force after 24 years.
Galeton, Pa. Weather Report For June 2023
June 2023 was a cool and very nice month. Some mornings started out in the 40’s however most mornings were in the 50’s and 60’s. The afternoons were in the 70’s and low 80’s. The last week featured hazy smoke filled skies thanks to the Canadian fires. The hills were filling out with light green leaves except for the oaks. The May frosts killed many leaves and then the Gypsy moths enjoyed eating oak leaves.
The average high temperature for June is 74 degrees and the average low is 51 degrees. The average rainfall is 4.25″ We received 3.73″. Last year we recorded 2.05″ We had 9 foggy mornings and 3 thunderstorms.
For the first six months this year the rainfall total is 14.22″ So far this year we are 7″ below the average rainfall. We are in a drought watch.
Henry W. LushNational Weather Service Observer
PennDOT Potter and Cameron County Maintenance work schedule for the week of July 03 – July 7, 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Potter and Cameron County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of July 03 – July 7, 2023, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
Cameron County 0240
Box Culvert Replacement: Detour in place
- State Route: 4001 (Old West Creek Road)
Patching:
- State Route: 120 (Elk County line to the intersection of Moore Hill Road)
Potter County 0260
Sign Repairs/Replacement:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Seal Coat: Expect Delays
- State Route: 44 (Coudersport – Hebron Center)
- State Route: 49 (Intersection of 44 – North Hollow Road)
Side Dozing:
- State Route: 4014 (Plank Road)
- State Route: 4019 (Horse Run Road)
- State Route: 4021 (Honeoye Road)
Spray Patching:
- State Route: 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road)
Roadside Mowing:
- State Route: 4001 (Sartwell Creek Road)
Ditching:
- State Route: 1005 (Phoenix Road)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Forest View Evergreen Tree Farms– Roadside Mowing
State Route: 872 (Coudersport – Austin)
State Route: 607 (Keating Summit Road)
State Route: 155 (Cameron County line – McKean County line)
State Route: 3002 (Cowley Hill Road)
Traffic control: Shadow Vehicle will be following the tractors as they mow along roadway.
Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc– Roadway/ Bridge repair
State Route: 6 (Port Allegany to Coudersport) Contractors will continue with roadway repairs and drainage upgrades.
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 6 will be utilizing flaggers during work hours; multiple work zones may be in project area.
Nestlerode Contracting Company, Inc– Bridge replacement
State Route: 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road)
Traffic control: Detour will be in place, traffic will use State Route 1012 (Jackson Road), State Route 49, and State Route 1011.
LTT Trucking LLC– Bridge Replacement
State Route: 449 (Brookland Road)
Traffic control: Detour will be in place, traffic will use State route 49, State route 1008 (Cross Road) and State route 1001 (Fox Hill Road)
IA Construction Corp– Roadway Repair
State Route: Contractors will be applying an overlay.
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 4009 will be utilizing flaggers during normal work hours; multiple work zones may be in project area.
Dean Construction LLC– Bridge Replacement
State Route: 44 (Intersection of Tennessee Road)
Traffic control: Bridge will be closed, and the temporary roadway will carry traffic around the work zone.
Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs for the weekend of July 8th
Program Title: Awesome Amphibians
Date: Saturday, July 8th
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Location: Environmental Learning Center
Description: Do you know all the different types of amphibians that PA has to offer? Come out to this program and find out information on frogs, salamanders, toads, and newts. Short talk followed by exploring the park to try and find some of these cool critters!
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Program Title: What’s the Score?
Date: Saturday, July 8th
Time: 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Location: Campground Amphitheater
Description: What is the Boone & Crockett Club? Who founded it? Why is antler scoring important to conservation? All these questions and more will be addressed at this program! Short talk followed by a live demonstration of scoring an elk antler, plus the chance for you to try as well!
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Program Title: Dutch Oven Cooking
Date: Sunday, July 9th
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Location: Pavilion 5
Description: Join State Park Volunteers, John and Jan Halter, as they show us how people used to cook using just a fireplace and a Dutch oven. Presentation and demonstration of how cakes were made using these tools will be taking place at Pavilion 5 in Sizerville State Park. Samples of the cakes will be provided at the end of the program.
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Impromptu (Every Week):
- Saturday afternoon – 5:00 PM – Poolside Powwow
- Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow, so come join us and see!
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Additional Information:
In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions programs may be moved or cancelled.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.
With a minimum of one week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance work schedule for the week of July 03 – July 7, 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation McKean County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of July 3 – July 7, 2023, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
McKean County 0250
Sign Repairs and Upgrades:
- Various State Routes throughout the County
Bridge Repairs:
- Various State Routes throughout the County
Mowing:
- Various State Routes throughout the County
Patching:
- State Route: 2001 (Clermont-Wilcox Rd.)
Crack Sealing:
- State Route: 6 (E. Smethport to Port Allegany)
Pipe Flushing:
- State Route: 44 (Ceres Rd.)
- State Route: 1006 (McCrae Brook Rd.)
Shoulder Cutting:
- State Route: 46 (Farmers Valley)
- State Route: 446 (Eldred to Farmers Valley)
- State Route: 155 (Eldred to Turtlepoint)
Ditching:
- State Route: 1002 (Champlin Hill Rd.)
- State Route: 246 (Looker Mt. Trail)
Pipe Trench Patching:
- State Route: 1006 (McCrae Brook Rd.)
- State Route: 1015 (Columbia Hill Rd.)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
L.C. Whitford- Bridge Replacement
State Route: 1011 (Barnum Road)
Traffic control: Detour has been lifted. Contractor will be utilizing flaggers during work hours to control the flow of traffic.
Patriot Tree Surgeons– Tree Trimming
State Route: 346 (West Washington)
Traffic control: Contractor will be utilizing flaggers during work hours to control the flow of traffic
Artisan Center Schedules Several Classes
The Potter County Artisan Center in Coudersport is planning several classes over the next few weeks.
Basket weaver, Catherine Snyder, will teach students to make a Napkin Basket on Thursday July 6, 2023, from 5pm-9:00 pm. Class is $32 and includes all materials in a wide range of colors.
Laurie Angood is offering “Young Artisans” class on July 5 from 3:00 to 4:30 pm. Students will complete a multi-media painting of a sea turtle. Cost is $20. All materials are provided.
To register for these classes, please call the center at 814-274-8165 or email: pottercountyartisancenter@gmail.com. The co-op cannot guarantee registration via Facebook or Messenger. The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street and is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday.
United Way Accepting Quarterly Impact Applications
Deadline to Apply August 1st, 2023
Bradford, PA — The United Way of the Bradford Area is currently accepting applications for the third quarter of Quarterly Impact funding for 2023.
Eligible non-profit agencies may submit a request for up to $1,500 for Quarterly Impact funds to be released on September 1, 2023. Awards will be given to programs or initiatives with the potential to make an immediate impact on the local community while being essential to the agency’s mission. Priority will be given to those who have not received prior funding, who have supplied all necessary documentation, and who request funding for programmatic costs.
Quarterly Impact applications may be received by visiting United Way’s website at www.uwbanews.org, the United Way office, or by request at sarah.lonzi@uwbanews.org. Along with the application, it is being requested of applicants that a detailed budget of planned expenditures be included. All applications are reviewed by a committee comprised of United Way Board members, with recommendations being presented to the full board for final approval. For more information regarding the application process, please contact United Way.
Think About It
Fear
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Is fear a positive or negative emotion? Does it open us up or close us down? Does it cause us to hide or move closer? In the end, fear is what we allow it to be. It can be both healthy and unhealthy all at once.
Currently we live in a time that many are experiencing fear. Much of it is fear of the unknown. Fear of what might be or what might happen. It makes me wonder what we have our hope in. Is it our money, or our jobs? What about our retirement and investments? Are any of these safe? Can they withstand the effects of a broken economy and a broken stock market? Will we ever recover? And if and when we do, what will it look like? How will these times change us, and will it be for the better or for the worse?
This morning my wife and I are having breakfast by candlelight. It’s not because we’re trying to save on electric, but rather because we’re attempting to focus upon what’s important. In this case it’s each other. In the end, we still have each other and regardless of what is happening around us, we want to celebrate each other. To do that we have to find creative ways of expressing our love for each other. Tomorrow we’re heading off into the backwoods. When we find the right spot, we’re going to set the grill up and have a tailgate party.
We each have a choice, (there’s that word again), we can live in fear or we can make the most of a difficult situation and enjoy it. If you don’t know, my wife and I are in the “senior” years of our life. Our deaths will more likely be from natural causes that being struck by a meteor falling out of the sky. So rather than being afraid to go outside we choose to make each day count. It causes us to be creative and to think outside of the box. Quite tough to do for a couple of old people, but we manage.
Remember, most of the things we fear will never come to pass. What they will do is create a great deal of anxiety in our everyday life. You ultimately have to choose where you’re going to live and what you’re going to allow to control you. Think about it.
Potter County Farmers Market Friday, June 30th
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, June 30th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICE: If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net]
JOANIE’S APIARY will be at market this week. Products include, Local Raw Honey, Honey candy, Beeswax products including hand cream and wood polish. We also have 100% Beeswax candles, Corn Heating pads and local scenery notecards.
HOPPE RL HONEY FARMS will have creamed honey at the same booth as JOANIE’S APIARY.
BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market rain or shine with local, organically grown beautiful produce. We will have lettuce heads, radishes, salad turnips, garlic scapes and more. We will also have assorted herb and vegetable plants. It’s never too late to start a garden! We accept cash, credit cards, and SNAP. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page. We accept cash or card payments.
CARING CRAFTS will be attending the Market. We have a variety of patterns for our Homemade Travel Pillows. Colorful hand painted clothes pin Wreaths. A variety of plastic canvas ornament/magnet pieces thank include; NFL logos, character theme, military signs, animals, etc.. Stop by and see us and don’t forget to like/ message us your special order on Facebook @ Caring Crafts. We accept cash payments. Hope to see everyone there
ALPACA CREATIONS is finally on the medical mend! We will set up in our usual spot this Friday at the Potter Co. Farmers Market. New hand dyed yarns and hand knit hats, scarves, mitts. A large variety of sizes and styles of alpaca socks, insoles, rovings, dryer balls and more. Accepting Credit cards. 814-501-0049 or alpacas@zitomedia.net for questions or comments
QUIET ACRES will be at market this week with our selection of Haldeman Mills products – Teff Flour (African Ivory and Dark) for the gluten sensitive, Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancake Mixes, Shortcake/Cobbler Mix, Funnel Cake and Soft Pretzel Mixes. Brinser’s Best Cornmeal. On the craft side we will have upcycled braided rugs/runners/coasters of all sizes as well as aprons, kids and adults. Orders are welcome. We accept cash payments.
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