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Cancer treatment has advanced significantly, helping more people live longer, healthier lives. However, some of these lifesaving therapies—such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted treatments, and radiation—can have unintended effects on the heart. This is known as cardiotoxicity, and it can lead to serious heart conditions both during and years after treatment.

To help protect heart health during cancer care, cardiologists and oncologists work together as a team to prevent, diagnose, and treat heart issues in cancer patients.

How Cancer Treatment Affects the Heart

While certain cancer therapies are crucial for treating the disease, the heart and blood vessels may be affected. The following conditions may be caused:

• Congestive heart failure – When the heart struggles to pump blood effectively
• Myocarditis – Inflammation of the heart muscle
• Arrhythmias – Irregular heartbeats that can cause dizziness or fainting
• Premature coronary artery disease – Narrowing of the heart’s blood vessels at an earlier age than expected
• Pericardial disease and effusions – Inflammation or fluid buildup around the heart

Belmont, NY – All Democrats registered to vote in Allegany County are invited to participate in a general session on Saturday, February 22 beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Alfred Village Hall Theater, 7 W. University St., Alfred, NY.  The session will take place on the second story, which is accessible by elevator.  Coffee and snacks will be served.

Attendees will hear from candidates for local office and other special guests. The afternoon will begin with a plenary discussion on current affairs and end with a roadmap for the party’s efforts in 2025.  We anticipate a lively, informative, consensus-building discussion.

Advance registration is required.  Please use this link: https://forms.gle/FM7x9zT69yPMWiLZ9

St. Marys, Pa.:  Straub Brewery will be the host site for the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) Birds “N” Brews on Saturday, March 1, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Straub Brew House @Straub Tap House at 444 Brusselles Street in St. Marys, Pa.  Anybody interested in conservation and hunting are invited to attend and talk to members of the local chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society.  Birds ‘N’ Brews is an opportunity to talk birds and habitat, enjoy the camaraderie and share stories of your passion for upland bird hunting, and tell stories about bird dogs and the birds that are still flying.

This event is for conservationists, bird dog handlers, hunters, chasers of the “King of Game Birds”, and storytellers.  All are welcome, particularly potential new hunters.

The Straub Tap House will offer many fine, locally made, beverages for sale, including non-alcoholic brands, and will also have food to order.  Come join us for an evening of reminiscing about past autumns.  Pick up a flyer that highlights local RGS and bird dog events for 2025. 

Come raise a glass, talk conservation, and celebrate our shared love for grouse, woodcock, and the wild places they call home.

Two overnight lodging accommodations are nearby.  The Cobblestone Inn is on Depot Street.  Gunners Inn is on St. Marys Street on the diamond in downtown St. Marys.  Contact Jed Hamberger at jedhamberger@gmail.com, if you have any questions.

Young children who have been stuck indoors and their grown-ups can spend an evening doing fun activities with college students on Wednesday.

University of Pittsburgh at Bradford students enrolled in the TRIO Student Support Services program are holding a Community Kids’ Corner from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19 in the Frame-Westerberg Commons on campus.

 The event is free, but children must have an adult with them. Play and craft stations include making slime and stress balls, Play-Doh, puzzles, Legos, coloring, bracelets. Juice and cookies will be provided.

This Weekend in Wellsboro there will be a free program on cougars,  the last three performances of “Miss Holmes Returns;” free ice-skating, free, live, flameworking demonstrations and local artisans and culinary delights.  

Gyekis to Present Cougars: What’s Real and What Isn’t? at Nessmuk’s Sporting Goods 

At 6 p.m. this Friday, Feb. 21 at Nessmuk’s Sporting Goods at 91 Main Street in Wellsboro, Kerry Gyekis, an author, forester and investigator for the Cougar Rewilding Foundation, will present a free program for the public on his investigation into mountain lions in the Eastern United States. For more than 42 years, Gyekis has traveled across America in his quest for the truth about the mountain lion also known as a cougar, puma and panther. He will discuss hoaxes,  sightings, evidence, tracks, tracking and the biology of the species. Preregistration is not required.

Last Three Performances of “Miss Holmes Returns” are Feb. 21, 22 & 23

“The family that hunts together, stays together,” and families continue to be successful at Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap.  John and Isaac Dellaquilla, a father/son predator hunting duo from St. Marys and Kersey, enjoy hunting predators together.  For the second weekend of Rolfe’s Predator Hunt or Trap, they were hunting private lands in Elk County.  On Friday at 9:00 p.m., John harvested a 32.6# male coyote.  He and Isaac hunt from a tent blind with a thermal scope and call only intermittently.   

On Saturday at 3:00 a.m., John harvested the largest red fox, to date, a male, for the Hunt or Trap coming in at 12.4#.  John shoots a .243 rifle.

Bryan and Kohlson Uhl, from Kersey, were also successful both Saturday and Sunday mornings in Elk County.  Bryan and Kohlson harvested a 10.2# red fox at 3:30 a.m. on Saturday on private lands.  Bryan shoots a .223 rifle and uses a FoxPro electronic call.  They went back out again on Saturday evening and called in and harvested a 35.0# male coyote at 12:20 a.m. Sunday morning, this time on public lands.

Hunters are reminded that if they choose to participate during the third weekend of this three-weekend hunt or trap, they must have their registration postmarked by Thursday, 2/20.

Weigh-in is at 4:00 p.m. every day.  Categories include coyote, fox, largest female coyote, and largest female fox.  Additional information at the Facebook Page, Rolfe Beagle Club.

Finnley is still missing. There was a possible sighting of him Saturday (2/15) at 2:15pm on Rock Run in Turtlepoint.  Please keep an eye out for our fur baby. We are missing him like crazy. If you see him please, please, please contact one of us immediately. Don’t chase or attempt to get him as he’s very skiddish, just contact us!

Brian 598-5842

Michelle 598-9722

Crews will be out this evening moving snow away from the downtown district. Car owners in the First, Second & Third Street area can you please move your cars so clean up will be easier and more productive.

Thank you to all of the residents and businesses who have made an attempt to clean off your sidewalks. To those of you who are plowing in sidewalks, please clear them so pedestrians have a safer path.

The late-season tests experienced by the Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s basketball team may prove beneficial as it enters the United East playoffs on Wednesday.

The Wildcats, seeded 12th, will travel to fifth-seeded St. Mary’s (Md.) College for a 6 p.m. tip-off. Penn College enters with records of 8-17 overall and 6-10 in the UE. St. Mary’s is 14-11 overall and 10-6 in the conference. The winner will face fourth-seeded Keystone College on Saturday in a quarterfinal.

“We play a very talented and big St. Mary’s team in the first round of the United East tournament. They are the third-ranked defense in the conference, holding their opponents to 70.3 points per game, led by their bigs who are No. 1 in the conference averaging 5.24 blocked shots per game and fifth-ranked opponent field percentage at 42.6%,” Penn College coach Geoff Hensley said.

“As with every game we play, it will be another tough test for our group. Our team is absolutely battle-tested, having gone through conference play competing with every team we play until the final buzzer went off,” Hensley continued.

St. Mary’s averages 74.6 points per game on offense and is led by 6-foot, 4-inch guard Kyree Smith (16.1 ppg scoring average), while 6-6 forwards Yassine Idrissa and Jake Koverman are averaging 13.5 and 12.8 points, and eight and six rebounds, respectively.

The Wildcats average 74.8 points on offense and allow 78.4. Statistical leaders are seniors Livingston Cross of Union, New Jersey, with scoring-rebound averages of 21.9-13.2, and Gavin Barrett of Roselle, New Jersey, 14.9-5.2.

Penn College is 1-5 lifetime against St. Mary’s. They have not played previously this season.

Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, will be hosting the first community blood drives of the 2025 in partnership with ConnectLife, the region’s only community blood bank.

OGH will host its blood drive on Wednesday, February 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The drive will take place on the ConnectLife Bus, located at the Mildred Milliman Outpatient Surgery Center, directly across from the hospital. Anyone who would like to schedule an appointment can visit www.connectlifegiveblood.org and use sponsor code 000485, or call (716) 529-4270.

The blood drive at BRMC is scheduled for Thursday, February 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby. To schedule an appointment, visit www.connectlifegiveblood.org and use sponsor code 000468, or contact Kim Murphey at (814) 362-8298.

Searching for unique, locally crafted products and services? Do you value and want to support artists and entrepreneurs based in the Pennsylvania Wilds region? The 2025 PA Wilds Buyer’s Guide makes it easy.

Published annually, the PA Wilds Buyer’s Guide is a digital publication featuring members of the Wilds Cooperative of Pennsylvania (WCO). The WCO is a network of more than 600 entrepreneurs based in the 13-county region known as the Pennsylvania Wilds that is managed by the nonprofit PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship (PA Wilds Center).

Who is the Buyer’s Guide for?

The PA Wilds Buyer’s Guide is a valuable resource for both individuals and retailers who are seeking regionally made products and services based in the PA Wilds.

What’s Inside the Guide?

• A curated list of professional artisans, organized by medium. Whether you’re drawn to pottery, jewelry, photography, woodwork, textiles, or more, you are sure to find something here. Discover products available at wholesale or retail prices.
• Explore the charming regionally based retail outlets we call Trading Posts. Trading Posts often feature handcrafted treasures and regionally inspired items. By purchasing here, you directly support local businesses and communities.
• You will also find a list of the talented individuals and businesses providing professional creative services in the PA Wilds region, everything from writers, graphic designers, musicians, web developers, and more.
• A catalog of businesses that are licensed to use the PA Wilds logo on their products, giving you the opportunity to buy PA Wilds branded merchandise to showcase your love for this region.

The Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce met at the Eliot Ness Museum on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025 and elected the following officers:

Shelley Butler – President

Caroline Powers – Vice President

Treasurer – Suzan Paisley

Secretary – Danielle Stilson

Membership Director – Dennis Goodenough

These officers join board member Lisa Brennan and are looking forward to leading the Chamber in the upcoming year with continued projects such as the Maple Festival, Food Fun Fridays, Townwide Yard sale and Festival of Lights.  They are hoping to add more networking opportunities for the local businesses and would encourage any businesses or individuals interested in volunteering to reach out. 

The board would like to thank outgoing President Kelly Bruno along with former Secretary Ilene Altenheim for their years of dedication of keeping the Chamber active.

The next meeting will be Monday, March 17^th at 5:30pm at the Eliot Ness Museum. 

We are proud to recognize Tayton Roys as our Student of the Week for the week of February 17, 2025! Tayton, a senior at Port Allegany and Seneca Highlands CTC, has been an exceptional student in our Building Construction Occupations program for the past three years.

Tayton lives with his parents, Fred and Melissa Roys, and his younger brother, Bryson. Outside of school, he is an active participant in trap shooting and baseball, showcasing

his dedication and teamwork both in and out of the classroom. This year, Tayton competed in the PA Skills District Competition, where he demonstrated his outstanding skills and abilities and placed 2nd overall. His strong work ethic and commitment to excellence have set him apart as a leader in his field.

Looking ahead, Tayton has been accepted into Penn College of Technology in Williamsport, where he will further his education in the Heavy Equipment Operations program. His passion for hands-on learning and problem-solving will undoubtedly serve him well in this next chapter of his career. Tayton is known for being a hard worker, always prepared, and willing to take on any job that comes his way. His positive attitude and dedication have earned him the respect of both teachers and peers, making him a valued member of our program. Congratulations, Tayton! We are excited to see all that you will accomplish in the future!

Hebron Center Christian School will be operating on a 2 hr delay Feb 18th

CASD will operate on a two hour delay today, Tuesday, February 18.

Tuesday, February 18th, PASD will have a 2-hour delay due to extreme temperatures/wind chill.

* WHAT…For the Wind Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts
up to 45 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills
as low as 21 below expected.

* WHERE…Chemung, Northern Oneida, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, and
Yates Counties.

* WHEN…For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM EST this evening. For the
Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST
Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

INSTRUCTIONS: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY

Williamsport, Pa., February 17, 2025 – Kiersten Fairbank, CNA, Cole Place, part of UPMC Senior Communities; Hayfa Shakkour-Perez, respiratory therapist, UPMC Wellsboro; Gail Keen, CNA, Haven Place, part of UPMC Senior Communities; Angela Frear, office assistant, UPMC Primary Care in Montoursville; and Cody Funston, floor and project technician, Environmental Services, UPMC Muncy, wererecently recognized with the BEE Award for theiroutstanding support of nursing teams.

The BEE Award, meaning Be Extraordinary Every Day, recognizes the care team that supports nursing staff and works closely with them to provide patients with the compassion and care they need.

* WHAT…Lake effect snow and blowing snow. Additional snow
accumulations 3 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake snows.
Winds gusting as high as 40 to 50 mph.

* WHERE…Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties.

* WHEN…Until 1 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow
will significantly reduce visibility.

INSTRUCTIONS: Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling,
be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.

Submit snow reports through our website or social media.

Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, bitterly cold wind
chills as low as 20 below zero expected.

* WHERE…Erie, Oswego, Jefferson, Lewis, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties.

* WHEN…For the Wind Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero will cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

INSTRUCTIONS: Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

This is a potentially hazardous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 30 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 15 below zero or colder.