NEWS
Four receive CRCF-managed health care scholarships
OLEAN, N.Y., June 13, 2023 — Four area graduating seniors recently received scholarship awards for students pursuing a degree in a health care-related field of study, managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Harley Brown and Michaella Rhodes received the Kothari Family Fund Health Care Scholarship, each for $1,000.
The Kothari Fund Health Care Scholarship is given to graduating seniors, one from Allegany-Limestone Central School and one from any Cattaraugus or McKean (PA) County high school, pursuing a health care-related field of study. Drs. Ashok and Yogini Kothari established the scholarship as part of the Kothari Family Endowed Fund.
Brown, a Salamanca Central School graduate, plans to study dual degree nursing at St. Bonaventure University. Rhodes, of Allegany-Limestone, will study pre-medicine at the University of North Texas.
Karly Bruton and Ahren Faller received the Mohammad & Sakeena Iqbal Health Care/Education Award for $750 each.
The award is for a graduating senior of Allegany-Limestone Central School ranked in the top 25 percent of the class who intends to pursue a bachelor’s degree in a health care- or education-related field. Drs. Ahmad and Naheed Hilal established the scholarship in memory of Dr. Naheed Hilal’s parents as part of the Drs. Ahmad and Naheed Hilal Family Fund.
Bruton plans to study nursing at Mercyhurst University. Faller will study physical therapy at Lock Haven University.
Donations can be made to either of these funds at CRCF, 301 North Union St., Suite 203 or online at cattfoundation.org.
Exploring Careers in Healthcare
The Education Council is pleased to partner with UPMC Cole to provide a healthcare exploration experience for students. Healthcare explorers will spend three days at UPMC Cole running through medical simulations and health science career observation. The other two days will be spent at the Education Council’s Coudersport office, being introduced to common medical terminology and the human body through games, hands-on activities, and learning about the opportunities for healthcare career preparation. Transportation and lunch are provided.
This camp, taught by Lana Barth, CTC Health Assistance Instructor, is for students entering grades 7– 9. It is scheduled for Monday, July 17 through Friday, July 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Camp minimum is 6 and camp maximum is 12. The registration deadline is July 5th, so register today! Visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 545-1333.
Sip & Swipe Café Offered June 14 and June 21, 2023
What is a Sip & Swipe Café? It is a place where older adults can get free self-paced lessons on how to use a tablet or smartphone. A coach works with the learner to provide support and answer questions. The Café offers an easy, free, and safe way to learn how to use a tablet or smartphone. It is designed for those who have never touched a computer. Folks who use a computer but wish to learn how to use a tablet or smartphone are also invited to attend.
The 4-hour program covers the basics of the device – how to turn it on and how to perform activities, where the buttons are located, etc. You will also learn how to search the Internet to find information on any topic. In addition, you will learn about using email, apps, how to use the camera and access photos, and how to use YouTube to watch videos of all types.
The Sip & Swipe Café is being offered on Wednesdays, June 14 and June 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. Registration is required. To register, call (814) 274-4877. Space is limited, so call today.
Black Forest Falcons – State Champion Trap Shooters
30 Black Forest Falcon Youth Trap Shooters were among a record-setting 425 shooters at the PA Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) 100-Target Trap Championships on Saturday, 10 June in Elysburg, PA. Izayah Freeman was the top Junior Varsity Shooter in the state with a score of 99/100. The Junior Varsity squad of Caine Wright, Ethan Hamilton, Owen Gill, Izayah Freeman, and Anna Fair finished first in the Junior Varsity division with a combined score of 457/500. Also finishing first in their division, the Intermediate Beginner squad with shooters Logan Jackson, Cael DeLong, Kelby Streich, Brody Herr, and Kevin Greeley posted a combined score of 432/500. Logan Jackson, Brody Herr, and Cael DeLong finished 4th, 5th, and 6th respectively in their division.
Wish these 30 youth shooters good luck as they prepare for SCTP Nationals competition scheduled for 14 & 15 July at the Cardinal Center in Marengo, Ohio.
Coudersport Arboretum Association 2023 Schedule
The Coudersport Arboretum Association is excited to bring area residents a full schedule of Music In The Park, Movies In the Park, Karaoke, Theatre In The Park and a Senior Expo this summer. The Arboretum is located at 201 S West Street, adjacent to the Coudersport Borough Office. Look for the historic caboose and you’ll find plenty to do in the beautiful Arboretum.
MUSIC IN THE PARK AT 6 p.m. IS SPONSORED BY UPMC
Wednesday, July 19th Dan Butler
Wednesday, July 26th Larry & Tom
Wednesday, August 2nd RSVP
Wednesday, August 9th Fair To Fiddlin
Wednesday, August 16th OGRE
Wednesday, August 23rd Twin Tiers Community Band
Wednesday, August 30th Playing it Forward
KARAOKE WITH STEVE & SON AT 6 p.m.
Wednesday, July 12th
Friday, August 18th
Friday, August 25th
MOVIES IN THE PARK BEGIN AT DUSK
Saturday, June 17th NEMO sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
Saturday, July 29th Movie to be determined. Sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
Saturday, August 26th Movie to be determined. Sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
THEATRE IN THE PARK AT 6 P.M.
Friday, August 11th – Theatre in the Park
SENIOR EXPO WILL BE MONDAY, JULY 31ST 10 A.M. – 2 P.M.
(Rain date: Tuesday, August 1st)
Food, drinks and a restroom will be available at events. For additional information, please email: coudersportarboretum@gmail.com.
The Coudersport Arboretum Association is a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. The Arboretum is maintained by volunteers, donations and grants. Anyone wishing to make a general donation or memorial donation should send it to the Coudersport Arboretum Association, 201 S West Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
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The Coudersport Arboretum Association is excited to bring area residents a full schedule of Music In The Park, Movies In the Park, Karaoke, Theatre In The Park and a Senior Expo this summer. The Arboretum is located at 201 S West Street, adjacent to the Coudersport Borough Office. Look for the historic caboose and you’ll find plenty to do in the beautiful Arboretum.
MUSIC IN THE PARK AT 6 p.m. IS SPONSORED BY UPMC
Wednesday, July 19th Dan Butler
Wednesday, July 26th Larry & Tom
Wednesday, August 2nd RSVP
Wednesday, August 9th Fair To Fiddlin
Wednesday, August 16th OGRE
Wednesday, August 23rd Twin Tiers Community Band
Wednesday, August 30th Playing it Forward
KARAOKE WITH STEVE & SON AT 6 p.m.
Wednesday, July 12th
Friday, August 18th
Friday, August 25th
MOVIES IN THE PARK BEGIN AT DUSK
Saturday, June 17th NEMO sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
Saturday, July 29th Movie to be determined. Sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
Saturday, August 26th Movie to be determined. Sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
THEATRE IN THE PARK AT 6 P.M.
Friday, August 11th – Theatre in the Park
SENIOR EXPO WILL BE MONDAY, JULY 31ST 10 A.M. – 2 P.M.
(Rain date: Tuesday, August 1st)
Food, drinks and a restroom will be available at events. For additional information, please email: coudersportarboretum@gmail.com.
The Coudersport Arboretum Association is a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. The Arboretum is maintained by volunteers, donations and grants. Anyone wishing to make a general donation or memorial donation should send it to the Coudersport Arboretum Association, 201 S West Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
is excited to bring area residents a full schedule of Music In The Park, Movies In the Park, Karaoke, Theatre In The Park and a Senior Expo this summer. The Arboretum is located at 201 S West Street, adjacent to the Coudersport Borough Office. Look for the historic caboose and you’ll find plenty to do in the beautiful Arboretum.
MUSIC IN THE PARK AT 6 p.m. IS SPONSORED BY UPMC
Wednesday, July 19th Dan Butler
Wednesday, July 26th Larry & Tom
Wednesday, August 2nd RSVP
Wednesday, August 9th Fair To Fiddlin
Wednesday, August 16th OGRE
Wednesday, August 23rd Twin Tiers Community Band
Wednesday, August 30th Playing it Forward
KARAOKE WITH STEVE & SON AT 6 p.m.
Wednesday, July 12th
Friday, August 18th
Friday, August 25th
MOVIES IN THE PARK BEGIN AT DUSK
Saturday, June 17th NEMO sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
Saturday, July 29th Movie to be determined. Sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
Saturday, August 26th Movie to be determined. Sponsored by Fickinger Funeral Home
THEATRE IN THE PARK AT 6 P.M.
Friday, August 11th – Theatre in the Park
SENIOR EXPO WILL BE MONDAY, JULY 31ST 10 A.M. – 2 P.M.
(Rain date: Tuesday, August 1st)
Food, drinks and a restroom will be available at events. For additional information, please email: coudersportarboretum@gmail.com.
The Coudersport Arboretum Association is a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. The Arboretum is maintained by volunteers, donations and grants. Anyone wishing to make a general donation or memorial donation should send it to the Coudersport Arboretum Association, 201 S West Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
FAMILY FISHING TOURNAMENT IS NEXT SATURDAY, JUNE 17 AT HILLS CREEK STATE PARK
Next Saturday, June 17, between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m., the Family Fishing Tournament will be at Hills Creek Lake. The lake is in Hills Creek State Park, located about seven miles northeast of Wellsboro in Charleston Township at 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
There is no entry fee to participate in the tournament. It’s free.
Park Naturalist Jim Mucci conducts the weigh-ins and presents the awards.
One-hour weigh-ins will be at the beach area near the shore of Hills Creek Lake from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. with the award presentation immediately following the final weigh-in.
Medallions will be presented after the 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. weigh-in to winners in five categories: largest perch, largest bluegill, largest bass, largest crappie, and largest stringer of game fish by weight (one angler’s legal limit of game fish for the day).
A one-ounce bonus will be awarded for game fish that are caught and released.
All fish must be caught by legal means. This is a no cull contest (no replacing a smaller fish with a heavier fish on the stringer).
In the event of a tie, the fish weighed the earliest will win.
Spectators are welcome to watch the fish being weighed for the tournament.
For more information, call the Hills Creek State Park office at 570-724-4246 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays and weekends.
Fickinger Funeral Home is offering Grief Support Groups
The Fickinger Funeral Home is offering Grief Support Groups. If interested, please call Lisa at 570-713-7418. This will be free to our community. Would like to meet monthly, to come along side one another, create friendships, and support. Grief can be the loss of a loved one or really any life change. We are here for you! Let’s start a group and help one another.
Explosions & Fire Collapse I-95 Bridge in Philadelphia
Office of the Governor of Pennsylvania
I’ve been briefed by PA Emergency Management Agency, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), and PA State Police on the I-95 fire and collapse in Philadelphia.
State Police and PEMA are on the scene assisting local first responders and PA Secretary of Transportation and his team are en route to assess the situation and address traffic needs.
Lt. Governor Austin Davis and I are closely coordinating with partners in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and the federal government and we will share more information as we have it.
For now, please avoid the area and follow the direction of the first responders on the scene.
Gatesman takes the helm of UAHS physician practices
BRADFORD, PA – Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), parent company of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), announce the appointment of David Gatesman, MBA, RT, as the executive director of practice management. In this role, Gatesman will be responsible for the oversite of UAHS’ physician practices that employs more than 30 medical providers across multiple specialties and hundreds of physician practice employees.
Gatesman’s healthcare experience spans over 25 years in various vice president and director roles in organizations across the nation. His most recent position was at Wellspan York Hospital located in York, PA where he held the title of Director of Operations Perioperative Services and Patient Transport.
“His clinical experience in a multitude of roles as well as his leadership capabilities make David a perfect match for the needs in our physician network,” said Jill Owens, MD, president, UAHS. “Our physician recruitment efforts have been a high point over the course of the past few years. I know David is the right person for continuing the job of recruiting new providers and specialists, along with removing access barriers and improving patient experience.”
This is a homecoming of sorts for Gatesman who grew up in Bradford, graduating from Bradford Central Christian High School and even got his start in healthcare at BRMC when he attended the BRMC School of Radiography.
“It’s great to be back! I can’t wait to continue helping turn the needle in a positive direction with providing quality healthcare for our Bradford and Olean communities,” said Gatesman. “The progress made at UAHS in the last year has been impressive and is what drew me back to the area. I wanted to be a part of the progress and help to improve the healthcare experience for our patients, their families, our team members, and our providers.”
Gatesman earned his bachelor’s degree in business management from Houghton College, Houghton, NY and received his master’s degree from University of Phoenix in business administration.