NEWS

At 1 p.m. this coming Tuesday, January 14, Stephen Green, the founder, president and chief executive officer of the Eliot Ness Museum at 201 North Main Street in Coudersport, will present a free Golden Afternoons program about Ness in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
 
This free one-hour program is for anyone 55 years of age or older.  Light refreshments will be provided free.

The program will open with a 10-minute showing of two, short, high-impact videos about Ness followed by Green sharing stories about the lawman and photo opportunities for those attending with Ed Szymanik dressed as Mike Malone who helped Ness take down Al Capone. Szymanik, carrying a shoulder-holstered Colt .45 and a real deal “Tommy Gun” on his hip, both unloaded and disabled, will be ready to handcuff any ne’er do well.
 
The Eliot Ness Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of this famed lawman known for his role in bringing down Al Capone during Prohibition with information about the Roaring Twenties and  Ness’s connection to the Coudersport area.
 
Ness joined the U.S. Treasury Department in 1926, working with the Bureau of Prohibition in Chicago. 

There will be a Supervisor seat up for election this year. Interested candidates will have to get a petition from the County Elections office and collect 10 signatures of registered voters in whichever party they are running. Requirements are that you are at least 18 years old, a registered voter, and have lived in the Township for at least 1 year.

Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, welcomed the first baby of 2025 in the maternity and delivery department. Adeline Ann Chaffee was born at OGH on Friday, January 3 at 3:38 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. and 10.7 oz.

Baby Adeline was welcomed by her parents, Tod and Hannah Chaffee of Bradford, PA, where she will be brought home to her older siblings, Kai and Silas. Congratulations to the Chaffee family!

Elk County– Karin Stong, Toni Harlan, Jesse DeWald, and Casey Cousins from Hamlin Bank and Trust Company presented a generous donation to the St. Marys Area United Way. Founded in 1863, Hamlin Bank is a state-chartered commercial bank that provides a wide range of financial and trust services. The bank’s new location is situated on Brusselles Street in downtown St. Marys, PA.

Accepting the donation on behalf of the St. Marys Area United Way were Jim Ryan, President; Doug Bauer, Vice President; and Doug Gaffey, Corporate Campaign Chair, who stood alongside Jesse DeWald to hold the check.

Hamlin Bank’s contribution, along with other generous donations from local businesses and individuals, played a crucial role in helping the St. Marys Area United Way reach its fundraising goal for the 2024 campaign. The St. Marys Area United Way relies heavily on the support of the community to fund local nonprofit organizations that address the health and human welfare needs of the region.

The United Way’s agency reviews will take place on January 16th and 17th, and the United Way board will convene on January 30th to make recommendations and approve grant awards. All grant award recipients will be notified the first week of February.

Due to the severity of the winter storm, PennDOT is temporarily reducing the speed limit on a portion of Interstate 80 in north central Pennsylvania.

PennDOT is urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel but those who must head out will see speeds reduced to 45 mph on the following highways:

• Interstate 80 between the Clinton County Rest Area near mile marker 194 in Clinton County and  Exit 212 (Interstate 180) in Northumberland County

On roadways with speed restrictions, commercial vehicles not affected by restrictions on these or other roadways must move to the right lane.

Although PennDOT crews have been treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow. PennDOT will continue to treat roadways throughout the storm until precipitation stops and roads are clear.

Two Pennsylvania College of Technology basketball players joined the ranks of the program elite this past week.

Men’s Basketball

In UE road play on Thursday, facing a foe that held a 12-4 advantage in the teams’ series, the Wildcats used a big second half to turn back Penn State Abington 80-61. Leading the winners with double-doubles were Livingston Cross of Union, New Jersey, with 30 points and 11 rebounds — giving him 500 rebounds for his career —  and Gavin Barrett of Roselle, New Jersey, with 18 points and 15 rebounds. Penn College’s 3-0 UE start is its best in conference play during the NCAA era (since 2014).

Frontier phones are working again. Many thanks to Brian at Solomon’s Words for helping us spread the word!!!!!

Larry J. KAHLE, 82, of Eldred, PA, died Friday, January 3, 2025 in his home.  Born June 22, 1942, in Olean, NY, he was the son of Thomas Jacob and Frances Higley Kahle.  

FRONTIER PHONE SERVICE IN SHINGLEHOUSE IS OUT.

IF YOU NEED FUNERAL HOME OR CORONER’S OFFICE, PLEASE CALL PATTY’S CELL 716-378-5090  or Kevin’s cell 716-378-1542   Thank you

Belmont, NY – When the Allegany County Democrats gather for their monthly “Coffee with Democrats” on Saturday, January 11^th in Angelica, they’ll be collecting non-perishable food and personal care items to be donated to the Blessing Box pantry sponsored by Angelica’s Methodist Church.

Williamsport, Pa., January 3, 2025 – UPMC Williamsport recently celebrated its 5,000th surgery using da Vinci Surgical System, a soft tissue robot for minimally invasive procedures for services including; gynecology, urology, general and acute care surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, orthopaedics, and pulmonology. Robotics systems like da Vinci enhance a surgeon’s ability to perform complex procedures with improved visualization and dexterity and because they’re minimally invasive, are less traumatic on the patient helping reduce recovery time, scarring, and surgical site pain. 

The da Vinci System, which came to UPMC Williamsport in 2011, is one of three robotic surgery systems offered at UPMC Williamsport, including Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy for lung biopsy and VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution for total knee replacement. 

The Elk County Council on the Arts would like to invite the public to this year’s regional Poetry Out Loud competition taking place January 30, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the PA Wilds Media Lab in Kane.

A partnership of the National Endowment for the Arts, Poetry Foundation, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, and the Elk County Council on the Arts, Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high school students across the country.

Bradford, PA — The United Way of the Bradford Area is currently accepting applications for the first quarter of Quarterly Impact funding for 2025. Deadline to apply is February 3, 2025 with fund distribution set for March 3, 2025 to award recipients.

Williamsport, Pa., January 2, 2025 – UPMC in North Central Pa. has welcomed its first baby of the new year. Born at 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2025, at The Birthplace of UPMC Williamsport, Theodore entered the world weighing 9 lbs. 1 oz. and measuring 22 inches.

The proud parents, Jessica Kozlowski and Nicholas Dalessandro, D.O., and big brother, Niccolo, of Williamsport are overjoyed to welcome the newest addition to their family.

To learn more about UPMC Magee-Womens services in North Central Pennsylvania, go to UPMC.com/WomensHealthNCPA.

Gertrude Hawk Candy Bar Sale: The library is selling Gertrude Hawk candy bars in various flavors. Stop at the library or Sprout’s Drug Store and get some today!

Little Caesars Fundraiser: The library will have another Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraiser from Tuesday, January 14th – Thursday, February 13th just in time for the Superbowl! Place orders online and have the kits delivered right to your door, or order a meal kit and pick it up at a local Little Caesars! Watch our website and Facebook page for more information at the start of the fundraiser.

Teens’ Night: Please join us on Tuesday, January 7th at 5:30 pm to socialize and play games! Bring your favorite board games, card games, and your friends. This program is for ages 12-18.

Diamond Art Class: Join us at the library on Saturday, January 18th at 1:00 pm for a Diamond Art Class! You will decorate and take home a compact mirror in this class. All supplies are provided, and limited seating is available! Please call or stop by the library to sign up! 814-697-6691.

Homeschool Hangout:  On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, we will have a Homeschool Hangout starting at 1:00 pm. Our goal for this program is to give homeschool families in the area a chance to get together to see what other families are learning, incorporate the library into some of those lessons, and have fun. The dates for this month are January 15th.

Trivia Night: Please join us on Tuesday, January 21st at 5:30 pm for a fun night of trivia! This program is for ages 18 and up.

Daycare Story Hour: The library will have a story hour on Friday mornings starting at 10:00 am for any children aged 3-5. Please call or stop in at the library if you plan on attending so we can plan accordingly for a craft/game after the story.

The Book Discussion Group meets at the library on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 10:30 am. The date for this month is January 9th. All are invited to participate. Books are provided by the Potter-Tioga Library System.

Stitch Together: Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, needlework,  and chatting while you work? (Or chatting and not getting much of your project done?) Join us at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays starting at 1:30 pm. The dates for this month are Saturday, the 25th, and Thursday the 2nd, 16th, and 30th.

Website: You can search the card catalog by visiting our website at ovmlibrary.org. You can also log into your account and renew the books you have out or put a book on reserve. Board of Directors Meeting: The monthly board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm. The date for this month is Wednesday, January 22nd at 1:00 pm. The public is encouraged to attend.

Board of Directors Meeting: The monthly board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm. The date for this month is Wednesday, January 22nd at 1:00 pm. The public is encouraged to attend.

Lane Restrictions on Chestnut Street in Mifflinburg, Union Co. Wednesday
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a contractor will be installing gutters on a property along Chestnut Street (Route 45) between Fifth and Sixth Streets in Mifflinburg Borough, Union County next week.

By: Kayla Keen, RN
Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, UPMC Williamsport

Winter weather brings more than just picturesque snowfalls and cozy evenings by the fire. It also ushers in challenging driving conditions that can increase the risk of motor vehicle accidents. The consequences of wintertime crashes are seen firsthand in emergency departments. While the weather cannot be controlled, steps can be taken to stay safe on the roads. Here are essential tips for driving safely this winter:

Shinglehouse Borough Water Department will be shutting off the Borough water approximately between 12:00 PM and 6:00PM on Sunday January 5,2025 for repairs to a main line. Please plan accordingly for water usage beforehand.

Loss of water system Pressure:

If the distribution system experiences a loss of positive pressure a PN (Public Notice) must be issued. The

PWS cannot lift the PN/Boil Advisory until 2 sufficient clean bacteriological samples have been collected

And analyzed. Verification after water main repairs where the main was depressurized or partially

dewatered, one set of samples is collected that is representative to the affected area to ensure that the

water is safe to consume. Once the samples are found to be satisfactory, the PWS may lift the PN/Boil

Advisory. The Shinglehouse Borough will publish notification when you no longer need to boil your water for consumption after the repairs. You DO NOT need to boil your water before the repairs.

As stated above we need to have 2 sufficient clean bacteriological samples that have been collected

And analyzed. Before we can announce and lift the boil advisory. Please plan to boil your water until Wednesday January 8^th 2025. A notice will be sent out to the public when boil advisory is lifted.

What should I do? After the water line repair

DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST.  Bring all water to a rolling boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using; or use bottled water.  You should use boiled or bottled water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice.

Inadequately treated water may contain disease-causing organisms.  These organisms include bacteria, viruses, and parasites, which can cause symptoms such as nausea, cramps, diarrhea, and associated headaches.

These symptoms, however, are not caused only by organisms in drinking water, but also by other factors.  If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice.

Guardians of infants and young children and people at increased risk, such as pregnant women, some of the elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems, should seek advice from their health care advisors about drinking this water.  General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1 (800) 426‑4791.

We are pleased to announce Braxtyn Commino as our Engineering Technology student of the week for the week of January 6, 2025. Braxtyn, a junior from Otto-Eldred High School, works at Copperhead Enterprises, LLC as a well-tender and laborer.  During his two years at Seneca Highlands CTC, he has demonstrated leadership and initiative.  Braxtyn completes all of his assignments and tasks early. He also spearheads weekly housekeeping tasks in our shop.  Braxtyn has completed more ToolingU SME work than any other student ever, completing 142 ToolingU SME classes.  In addition to our engineering technology 1st and 2nd year curriculum, he completed all ToolingU SME classes for Additive Manufacturing, Welding and NIMS.  Outside of school, Braxtyn enjoys hunting, fishing, and riding four wheelers.

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
850 AM EST Sat Jan 4 2025
…A LAKE EFFECT SNOW BAND WILL AFFECT PARTS OF MCKEAN…POTTER…
NORTHERN LYCOMING…AND TIOGA COUNTIES…

HAZARDS…A lake effect snow band which can rapidly reduce visibility
to less than a quarter of a mile. This lake effect snow band is
producing extremely heavy snow at the rate of 1 inch per hour or
perhaps higher.

LOCATION AND MOVEMENT…At 849 AM EST, a lake effect snow band was
along a line extending from near Bradford to 16 miles southeast of
Wellsboro. The lake effect snow band was nearly stationary.

This includes the following highways…

Route 6 from Smethport to near Gaines.
Route 15 from Trout Run to near Liberty.
Route 219 from South Bradford to the New York border.
State Road 14 from Trout Run to north of Ralston.
State Road 46 from Smethport to Farmers Valley.
State Road 59 near Smethport.
State Road 446 from Farmers Valley to the New York border.

SAFETY INFO…
Use extra caution if you must travel into or through this lake effect
snow band. Rapid changes in visibility and potentially slick roads
may lead to accidents.

Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. Be
prepared for snow or ice covered roads. Slow down and allow extra
time to reach your destination.