Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of a lane restriction on the Route 15 southbound ramp to Interstate 180 east in the City of Williamsport Lycoming County, due to a vehicle crash.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, and expect delays in travel.
Sayre, PA, July 1, 2024- The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, through its Northeastern Potter Economic Development Association (NEPEDA) Fund, seeks proposals from non-profit 501 (c)3 organizations or charitable programs in the Northeastern region of Potter County. This includes Allegany Township, Bingham Township; Harrison Township; Hector Township; Genesee Township; and Ulysses Borough and Township.
OLEAN, N.Y., July 8 – Four area high school students each recently the John J. Murphy Family Scholarship managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Megan Fisher and Sughosh Kondur of Allegany-Limestone, Madison Jobe of Portville and Riti Anumalasetty of Olean were each awarded the John J. Murphy Family Scholarship. Each student received a $10,000 scholarship, $2,500 per year for up to four years.
The Deane Center’s free outdoor summer concert series kicks off this Friday, July 12 and ends on Friday, Aug. 30 on the outdoor stage at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. The outdoor stage is located on the Central Avenue side of the building.
The Pennsylvania CareerLink offices in Potter and McKean counties came together in Port Allegany to host the first multi-county Career/Resource Event.
Wellsboro, Pa., July 8, 2024 – April Parker, LPN, The Green Home, part of UPMC Senior Communities in North Central Pa., was recently recognized as a recipient of the DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses.
April was nominated by a resident who shared:
BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) will once again host a series of Senior Citizens Expos to provide area seniors and their family members and caregivers convenient access to a wide range of information in one convenient location.
“This is a great opportunity for our senior citizens and their caregivers to connect with service providers here in the area,” Causer said. “I encourage everyone to take advantage of what the expos have to offer.”
The events will be held as follows:
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a portion of Jackson Center Road (Route 1013) will be closed next week in Rutland and Jackson townships, Tioga County, for a pipe replacement project.
Starting at 7:00 AM, Monday, July 15, 2024, through 7:00 PM, Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Jackson Center Road will be closed between Bailey Creek Road (Route 1011) and Warner Road (Route 1018), while a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew begins work on a pipe replacement project.
Starting on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, though Friday, July 19, 2024, Jackson Center Road will be closed during daylight hours only between Bailey Creek Road and Warner Road, while crews complete the pipe replacement project.
Detour
A detour using Bailey Creek Road, Route 549, and Pony Hill Road (Route 1018) will in in place.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that a highway resurfacing project on Route 219 in Elk County is scheduled to continue in Ridgway on Thursday, July 11, and Friday, July 12, depending upon weather. This work will improve safety and ride quality for motorists traveling on the corridor.
The contractor is scheduled to perform roadway milling and resurfacing on Route 219 in Ridgway at the Depot Street intersection at the bottom of Bootjack Hill. Temporary lane closures will be implemented and flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours. Motorists are advised to be alert for sudden stops. Motorists are asked to use caution in the area, to be prepared for traffic delays, and not to follow trucks into the closed lane as they deliver material.
Work at this site is expected to be completed by July 12. All work is weather dependent.
On July 8 at 8:45 am Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to E. Arnold Ave. for chest pain.
On July 7, at 12:19 am Austin and Germania Fire Depts. were dispatched to Chestnut St. for a structure fire.
On July 6, at 10:21 pm Galeton Fire Dept. was dispatched for a dumpster fire at Center Town Park.
Deloris M. Metheney, 81, of Willow Street, Johnsonburg, and formerly of Meadville, PA, passed away early Friday morning, July 5, 2024, at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA following a lengthy illness. Deloris was born on July 25, 1942, in Boyers, PA, a daughter to the late Victor and Louise McKean Craig. On February 25, 1962, in Grove City, PA she married Albert D. Metheney. He preceded her in death in January of 2015.
Deloris had lived the past 8 years in Johnsonburg, and had lived most of her life in Meadville. She was a 1960 graduate of Moniteau High School and had worked as a waitress at The Cottage and The Parkway Diner, both in Meadville.
Deloris was most at home with her family and grandchildren, she loved to garden and do puzzles.
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The 80’s Glow Party held at the Port Allegany Community Pool was a big hit with the kids and their families. The party, with an 80’s theme, glow sticks, music and more was deemed a big success according to pool supervisor Liz Valentine. The weather was a little chilly but it didn’t seem to bother the kids! The party was free for those holding a pool pass and others could attend paying a small fee. Plans are in the works for a Christmas in July pool party.
RIDGWAY – The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) is pleased to announce that Elise Grovanz is now a graduate of Leadership Elk & Cameron.
Those birds you see in the backyard, around camp, while hiking or otherwise outside? They’re more important than you think.
Reporting your observations of them is, too.
The Game Commission, together with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, is conducting the third Pennsylvania Bird Atlas in state history. Between now and February 2029, it will document what birds live in Pennsylvania, where and in what numbers.
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), are excited to announce the July 2024 Star Award winners. This month’s winners are Carly Cataldo, BRMC, and Mary Jo Inzana, PT, OGH.
Carly Cataldo, a lead ultrasound tech and a team member since October 2019, received the July Star Award at BRMC.
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) today applauded Victaulic’s commitment to a $100 million-plus expansion project at its Lawrenceville foundry in Tioga County.
“Victaulic’s decision to stay here, invest here and grow here is a testament to the company’s loyalty to our community, as well as the outstanding work force and quality of life our region offers,” Owlett said. “I am excited by the opportunities this creates for us and hope it will encourage other long-time businesses, as well as potential new businesses, to invest in Tioga County and the Northern Tier.”
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Senate confirmed Governor Josh Shapiro’s nomination of Dr. Debra L. Bogen as Secretary of the Department of Health (DOH).
Secretary Bogen was appointed to her post by Governor Shapiro following more than three decades as a primary care pediatrician and nearly three years at the helm of the Allegheny County Health Department.
“Secretary Bogen has done incredible work leading the Department of Health since the beginning of my Administration – she is working to ensure every Pennsylvanian has access to the care they need as they grow and age, has built strong relationships across the Commonwealth, and has helped keep Pennsylvanians safe in emergencies,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “I’m grateful for her leadership and proud she was confirmed by the Senate last night.”
Renee Muchnik, M.D.
Heart and Vascular Institute, UPMC
We know that when you get a CT scan or experience other kinds of medical imaging, the staff taking the images needs to protect themselves by leaving the room. Think about when you need an x-ray at your dental office – they put that heavy layer of protection on you just for a picture of your mouth.
They do this because the ionizing radiation that is used to take the images is damaging to DNA and the tissue of living things, and a possible cause of cancer in the future. The cells in our bodies are very efficient at repairing this damage and medical staff use the lowest dosages possible, but what if you didn’t have to be exposed to this radiation in the first place?
Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a new technique offered at UPMC in North Central Pa. that offers a sophisticated way to characterize the structure and function of the heart and to diagnose a variety of heart conditions.
What is a Cardiac MRI?
Instead of using ionizing radiation, cardiac MRI uses radio waves, powerful magnets, and a computer to generate detailed images of blood vessels and the heart. This imaging test provides a non-invasive way to deliver quality images for your doctors to use for the diagnosis of various conditions.
You may need a cardiac MRI if you have:
The procedure of a cardiac MRI is typically painless and, on average, may take an hour in total. It begins with a patient lying on a table that slides into a tube-shaped machine. A sense of claustrophobia may be felt due the enclosed nature of the machine, but your health care team will ensure your comfort by providing soothing measures like playing music. An IV may also be used to administer medicine or a contrast material to help get a better picture of the heart.
It is critical to mention any metal implants or devices in your body as the strong magnetic field can interfere with them. It is also important to stay very still so that the images turn out clear and accurate.
Results
After your cardiac MRI, your results will either be normal or abnormal. Normal results mean that your heart chambers and valves are working properly, the amount of blood your heart pumps is normal, there is no extra fluid around your heart, and no tumors or blood clots are present. Abnormal results can vary depending on each patient’s specific condition.
The strong magnetic field does not produce any known harmful effects, and, if contrast material is used, there is a rare chance of an allergic reaction or an infection at the injection site.
Renee Muchnik, M.D., is with UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and sees patients at UPMC Williamsport, 740 High St., and UPMC Muncy, 10 Shady Ln. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Muchnik at either location, call 570-321-2800. For more information, visit UPMC.com/HeartNCPA.
