NEWS

The Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department will be conducting a live structural burn training class on Sunday, August 25th, 2024, in the 1100 block of Route 6 East, near UPMC Cole.

We ask that the public exercise caution when traveling on Route 6 in this area and avoid causing any traffic hazards by stopping to observe the training. Your cooperation ensures both the safety of our firefighters and the community.

Please be assured that this controlled burn has been approved by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), The Office of the State Fire Commissioner of Pennsylvania and the Eulalia Township Supervisors.

Thank you for your attention and support.

-Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of August 26. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:

Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning

Austin –Celebrate the last weekend of summer with a visit to Sinnemahoning State Park! All programs are free to the public

Friday, August 30^th, 2024

7:00 P.M 8:00 P.M –Campground Movie: The Incredible Journey of the Butterfies– Join a park naturalist for a showing of The Incredible Journey of the Butterflies and learn about the Monarch Butterflies long migration down to Mexico.

Meets at: Campground Amphitheater

Saturday, August 31^st, 2024

1:00 P.M 3:00 P.M –Monarch Watch Butterfly Tagging– A Monarch butterfly presentation will be followed by a short walk to catch, tag, and release monarch butterflies. Aerial nets provided. Wear closed-toe shoes and be prepared to walk through fields.  All ages welcome.

Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom

Sunday, September 1^st, 2024

Pontoon Tours of the Stevenson Reservoir– Join park staff for a fun and informative 1-hour tour, as we cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife. Group size is limited.  To reserve a seat, please pre-register.  Pre-registration is not required but is strongly recommended. There is no fee for regular Sunday interpretive pontoon boat tours, but DONATIONS ARE REQUESTED.

Meets at: Lake Day Use Area

Pontoon Tour Times

9:00 A.M.-10:00 A.M.

10:30 A.M.-11:30 A.M.

12:30 P.M.-1:45 P.M.

Registration: https://eventsreg.dcnr.pa.gov/register/create/?internalID=Internal-12261

Monday, September 2^nd, 2024

10:00 A.M.-11:00 A.M.-Cell Phone Nature Photography– Today’s modern smart phones come equipped with powerful cameras that can create spectacular nature photos. Learn some tips & tricks to harness the power in your pocket and spend some time practicing creating images in the park. Participants will need a smart phone with a camera to participate.

Meets at: The Wildlife Center

With only one returning regular from last year’s team, first-year coach Kyle Hawk is counting on a youth movement that includes five freshmen as he seeks to rebuild the Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s volleyball program.

The Wildcats will open their season at 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 30, in the Lycoming College Tip-Off Classic against the host team. That will be followed by matches against Hartwick College at 6 p.m. on Friday and against Penn State Mont Alto at 10 a.m. on Saturday.

In other fall openers on Friday, the men’s soccer team is at Centenary University at 2 p.m. and the women’s soccer team is at Penn State Altoona at 6 p.m. Previews of those teams will be forthcoming.

On August 24, at 1:13 pm Shinglehouse Ambulance was dispatched to Rt. 44 for altered mental status

Elk County:
    Authorization # 1492728 has been updated on 8/22/2024.
        Subfacility ID=559329 Name=OUTFALL 002 – SWRO eMapPA search
        Subfacility ID=559331 Name=OUTFALL 003 – SWRO eMapPA search

Invitation for Bids

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing Project, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Friday, September 13, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.

This flooring project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority.  The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.

Invitation for Bids

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing Project, Ulysses, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.

This sidewalk and stair repair project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority.  The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.

Environmental Education Programs for Labor Day Weekend 2024

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Program Title: Pollinators: Honeybee Edition

Date: Saturday, August 31^st

Time: 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Location: Pavilion 4

This message is to notify you that a news release has been added to the PA DEP Website at
https://www.ahs.dep.pa.gov/NewsRoomPublic/NewsReleases.aspx?id=22461&typeid=1

If you wish to visit the DEP News Room or remove your name from this list, then go to
https://www.ahs.dep.pa.gov/NewsRoomPublic/NewsReleases.aspx

In the wake of Tropical Storm Debby, Pennsylvania Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (PAVOAD) and Crisis Cleanup have set up a call center to streamline recovery efforts. This call center aims to ensure efficient coordination and effective use of resources to aid those affected by the storm. This call center aims to efficiently coordinate volunteer assistance for muck out operations, tree removal and debris cleanup for affected residents.

Crisis Cleanup is a renowned disaster work order management platform that facilitates better coordination among relief organizations, minimizes duplication of efforts, and enhances the volunteer experience. They have opened an incident specific to TS Debby to assist with the ongoing recovery.

Cleanup Assistance Available for Survivors

By calling 844-965-1386, survivors can register their need for cleanup with volunteers from various local, regional, and statewide PAVOAD organizations, including community groups and faith-based communities. These volunteers can assist with muck out operations, tree removal and debris cleanup. You are encouraged to share this hotline number widely to ensure that all affected residents can access the help they need

**NOTE…..Crisis cleanup is activated through August 30th

Kristen Ellenberger of Ridgway, Pa., pushes her belongings toward her new home at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford during first-year student move-in Thursday. Ellenberger is one of 317 first-year students at Pitt-Bradford this year, most of whom will live on campus. Upper-class students will move in Saturday, and classes begin Monday, Aug. 26. (Photo by Glenn Melvin)

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the S.W. Smith Memorial Public Library in Port Allegany will be closed on Saturday August 24. The building will reopen on Monday August 26, but e-books, audiobooks, and e-magazines are always available on Libby and patrons with a library account can stream movies on Kanopy. Our apologies for the inconvenience.

The TRYathlon and 5K will be on Saturday 9/21/24 this year at Hills Creek State Park and will run similar to recent years.

From the park event calendar:

Join us for the annual Step Outdoors TRYathlon! This shorter triathlon (trail running, kayaking/canoeing, and biking) is well-suited for both the serious competitor and the average athlete that would like to challenge themselves. Thus – the TRY in the TRYathlon.

John J. WILLIAMS, Jr., 66, of Eldred, PA, died Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in his home.  

Born January 16, 1958, in Olean, NY, he was the son of John J. and Earnestine H. Briggs Williams.  A 1978 graduate of Blue Mountain Academy in Hamburg, PA, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1979 – 1986.  After the service, he worked in Delaware repairing sea walls and water wells.  He was employed by Nishikawa Cooper in Indiana as a mold technician, Bradford Walmart in maintenance and the lawn and garden department, and by US Security Associates, Erie.  

Arrows That Pierce the Heart.

by

Pastor B.J. Knefley

Throughout our lives there are times that our hearts get wounded. These wounds often come from the words uttered by people. David said the following in Psalm 64:3, “Sharp tongues are the swords they wield; bitter words are the arrows they aim.” I have learned through personal experience and through the counseling of others that it is not unusual for the one firing the arrows to believe that they are doing what is right. Their motives, from their standpoint, are pure. Yet we all need to be aware that any one of us can become the unwilling and unknowing tool of Satan.

There is a saying that I have often used which states the following: “You are most dangerous to the Kingdom of God when you are right.” The reason for this is that we often will major on what we believe is right and use it as a reason to attack others who we believe to be wrong. In our zeal for our own correctness we inadvertently put down and condemn those of differing views. Throughout the Gospels we find many instances where the religious leaders of the day were in conflict with Jesus. Their conflict centered on their understanding of the Law and this ultimate conflict led to the crucifixion of Christ. Sadly, they believed that they were right and justified in what they did.

It is my personal belief that most of the arrows that are directed at us through the words of others are not coming out of an evil heart. They honestly believe that they are doing what is right. To change this, one needs to focus on Christ and His spirit. In other words, we need to check our motives and thoughts through prayer, much prayer. We also need to seek out others who are spiritual so that we might receive their insight. This means not seeking out those who will agree with us, but to those who we know will speak frankly. If we are on the receiving end of the arrows, we need not retaliate. We need to allow Him to fight our battles. This will mean resisting the temptation to fight back. It will mean practicing the meekness of Christ and extending forgiveness in our hearts so that we don’t build up bitterness and resentments towards others. Think about it.

Invitation for Bids

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing Project, Ulysses, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.

This sidewalk and stair repair project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority.  The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.

Invitation for Bids

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing Project, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Friday, September 13, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.

This flooring project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority.  The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.

One of PEMA’s Incident Management Team main objectives in its deployment, is to assist in the debris removal from flooding in order to help the residents and municipalities recover as fast as possible. 

The debris has consisted of damaged water heaters, indoor and outdoor furniture, drywall, lawn mowers, carpeting, tree limbs, refrigerators, washers, dryers, house siding, personal belongings and everything imaginable associated with a house being flooded and damaged. 

​Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) alerts drivers that work will begin Monday, August 26, on sidewalk installation along Route 4014 (Maple Avenue) and Route 4017 (Shaffer Road) in the City of DuBois and Sandy Township in Clearfield County. This will improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians and motorists along these routes.