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Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs for the weekend of September 29th
Program Title: Fall Foliage Frolic
Date: Friday, September 29th
Time: 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Location: Near Pavilion 2
Description: The fall season is here, so let’s enjoy the beautiful colors that come along with this time of year! Join the park educator for a short walk in the park as we go over the basics of tree identification, why/how the leaves change color, and enjoy the scenery the park has to offer. Wear sturdy shoes for walking on the trails, and feel free to bring a water bottle and bug spray!
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Program Title: Deer vs. Elk Talk
Date: Friday, September 29th
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: Campground Amphitheater
Description: What are the differences between deer and elk? Who arrived in Pennsylvania first? Come to this program and find out, along with learning general facts about each of these mammals. Short talk followed by a movie – feel free to bring snacks and a blanket!
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Additional Information:
In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions programs may be moved or cancelled.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.
With a minimum of one week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events tab or go to https://events.dcnr.pa.gov. For more information or questions about programs at Sizerville State Park, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.
Port Allegany High School Homecoming Saturday
It’s Spirit Week at Port Allegany High School as they prepare for Homecoming 2023, Saturday, September 30th.
Theme for this year’s Homecoming is Disco. Friday activities include the Homecoming Parade at 6 p.m. Lineup is at the Boro Building with the parade route going to Main Street, Arnold Avenue and Mill Street to the football field parking lot.
Following the parade, there will be a bonfire.
The Junior High Homecoming Dance will take place from 7:30 – 9:30 in the Auxiliary Gym at the school Tickets are available at the door at a cost of $5.
Saturday, the Gators will take on the Kane Wolves with kick-off at 1:30. The Port Allegany Marching Gator Band will do a pre-game performance at 1:15. Kick-off will be at 1:30. A ceremony will be held at half-time to introduce the court and crown the King and Queen.
The Grand March will kick off the Senior High Homecoming Dance at 7:00 p.m. where the King and Queen will be presented.
The public is welcome to attend the Grand March from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Homecoming activities are sponsored by the PAHS Student Council.
New Park Manager Named for the Kinzua Bridge State Park Complex
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the appointment of Alan Johnson as the Park Operations Manager of the Kinzua Bridge State Park Complex in McKean County.
“Alan is a strong, steady leader with a mind for protecting natural habitats and native plants,” Dunn said. “I believe he will be a tremendous asset to the Kinzua Bridge State Park Complex and the surrounding community, and look forward to seeing his dedication in action in this new role.”
Johnson enjoys interacting with park visitors and educating them on the importance of proactive habitat management.
He noted that state parks provide positive examples of native plantings and habitat improvements the public can follow on their own lands, regardless of the size of their property. Read more..
Carl M. Ripley, 75, of Galeton, PA
Carl M. Ripley, 75, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023 at UPMC Wellsboro.
Born September 26, 1947, in Elmira, NY, he was a son of the late Allen and Iva (Draper) Ripley. Carl was a graduate of Elmira Southside High School and was a Veteran, having served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
On April 22, 1983 in Coudersport, PA, he married the former Margie Snyder, who survives.
Carl owned and was an agent at Nationwide Insurance in Coudersport and then later, owned Carl Ripley Insurance in Ormond Beach, FL.
Car Hit Pole & Tree Along Rt. 49 in Deerfield Twp.
Knoxville-Deerfield Vol. Fire Company
MSG: DISPATCHED: 09/27/23 06:22:35
MVAI : MVA WITH INJURIES
5166 ROUTE 49, DEERFIELD
Dept 6,14,25,7A(ambulance), Wellsboro hospital medics dispatched for a MVA. Rescue 6-8, Chief 6-20 arrived on scene to find one vehicle, off the roadway, hit a pole and a tree. Rescue crew began to assess the patient for injuries.
Rescue crew did not find any apparent or serious injuries. Due to the mechanism of injury command kept both BLS and ALS responding. Engine 6-2 setup traffic control on the west side of the incident. Rescue 14-8, Chief 14-10 and 20 responded and setup traffic control on the east side of the incident.
Units responding were: Rescue 6-8, Engine 6-2
Members responding were: Chief D. Bloom, Asst Chief R. Bloom, Asst Chief M. Bloom, Captain I. Druetto, FF J. Peet, FF T. Cline, FF S. Zerby, and probationary member R. Burrell.
Please slow down when seeing emergency personnel at the scene of an emergency
Thank you to dept 14 for their mutal aid assistance and to all responders!
Painting the Holidays With Jessie
Painting with Jessie is fun and relaxing! In this holiday series, professional watercolorist Jessie Vaughn will teach you how to paint beautiful holiday plaques or Christmas cards. No previous experience in watercolors is needed, as Jessie is comfortable teaching all levels.
Choose one of the following 1.5-hour classes (or sign up for more than one!):
- Leaves with Thanksgiving sayings – Plaque size 8” x 16”
- Fall leaves – Frameable 8” x10” or 11”x 14”
- Christmas saying – Plaque 8” x16”
- Selection of 4 Christmas cards you can paint
All plaques and prints are unframed, but Jessie will help you wax them to preserve them. All are sized-to-fit frames available from Amazon, Walmart, Michaels, etc.
Class times are Wednesday, October 25th from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., 5:30 – 7:00 p.m., or Thursday, October 26th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. The cost is $25/person for each class, and all supplies are provided. Classes will be held at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. Class size is limited, so register ASAP at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877. If you have a group of 6 – 10 people who would like to have your own class, call (814) 274-4877 to arrange a date and time.
Bradford Knights’ Chess registration scheduled at School Street Elementary
Do you like to play games? If you enjoy games, you’ll love chess!
To learn how to play chess or to hone your skills, visit the Bradford Knights’ Chess Club at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 at School Street Elementary. Players should register at the door. Use the lower North Center Street entrance.
The club meets in the School Street Elementary cafeteria each Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. All students in grades 2 through 12 are invited to join the Scholastic Chess Program.
Water Line Break in Independence
Town of Independence
We have a break in a water line. Please use water sparingly.
UPDATE: Water is fixed. There is not a boil water advisory in effect. The pressure has been up and the water is chlorinated.
PUC Commissioner Zerfuss Appointed to Newly Formed Presidential Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning
Joint Initiative of NARUC, U.S. DOE Will Facilitate the Development of State Planning Roadmaps for Enhanced Gas Infrastructure and Utility Decarbonization
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Commissioner Kathryn L. Zerfuss has been appointed to a newly formed Presidential Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning established by the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) and the United States Department of Energy (DOE).
Launched in July, the new national task force will assist state commissions in developing their own roadmaps related to gas distribution infrastructure planning and future technology investment options to achieve utility decarbonization in the coming decades.
“I am honored to be appointed and represent Pennsylvania on the Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning,” Commissioner Zerfuss said. “State-level decarbonization goals present utility regulators and jurisdictional utilities with new and complex challenges – with many regulators lacking sufficient information to make gas investment decisions within current frameworks.
“This task force and the collaboration and cooperation it brings will provide”
Kennel Attendant Positions Available at Teacher’s Pet in Coudersport
Position: Dog Caretaker
3 positions available
Please call 814-203-6532 if interested.
Work hours: Various shifts depending on shelter needs. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when needed.
Typical hours are
7am to 1pm or
5pm to 9pm
Job Duties
Safely and humanely move and/or relocate canines to the various areas of the shelter based on medical or behavioral issues. Bath dogs as needed.
Pennsylvania Lumber Museum
Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8, 2023
Rain or Shine, 9 AM to 5 PM
$8.00/ Adult, $5.00/ Youth (ages 4 to 11)
This year’s Fall Antique Show & Sawmill Run will be held on Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th. Northern Pennsylvania typically reaches peak fall foliage conditions around this time so the forests surrounding the museum will (hopefully) be decked in rich and beautiful colors.
The Antique Show features multiple antique vendors who will be selling their wares in the museum program room. Our vendors have a little bit of everything, including antique tools, vintage clothing, collectible coins, glassware, books, and furniture. Vendors open 9am-5pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase. No ATM is available on site so plan your visit accordingly.
Outside, the museum grounds will come alive with historic trade demonstrations. On Saturday 10/7 (ONLY) the engines of our steam-powered circular sawmill will be running from 10 AM to 3 PM. Other demonstrations will be happening over both days of the event at the birch still, lumber camp kitchen, blacksmith shop, and the Eastern Loggers model railroad display.
It’s a great time to visit the museum. Hope to see you there!
Riss-Dale Farm Trucking Is Hiring
Kevin Risser
814-203-1653
Riss-Dale Farm Trucking
MC# 860642
LIBERTY PRESSED METALS PRESENT CHECK
Elk County- Doug Gaffey, Owner of Liberty Pressed Metals and President of St. Marys Area United Way along, Shane Ford, President of Liberty Pressed presented a generous donation to Jason Gabler, St. Marys Area United Way Corporate Campaign Chair, Doug Bauer, United Way Payroll Program Chair, Jim Ryan, United Way Vice-President; Leah Whiteman United Way board member, and Mark Saline United Way board member. Liberty Pressed Metals is a local powder metal company located in Kersey, Pennsylvania, and is engaged in the design, engineering, and production of Powder Metals (PM) components for use in the automotive, lawn and garden, office equipment, power tool, home appliance and Industrial and Commercial Conveyor markets in North America.
Teachers Pet Is Seeking Dog Care Takers
Position: Dog Caretaker
3 positions available
Please call 814-203-6532 if interested.
Work hours: Various shifts depending on shelter needs. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when needed.
Typical hours are
7am to 1pm or
5pm to 9pm
Job Duties
Safely and humanely move and/or relocate canines to the various areas of the shelter based on medical or behavioral issues. Bath dogs as needed.
Provide clean water to all canines throughout the day and properly feed at the scheduled times. Periodically provide mental enrichment exercise via food distributing tools or assistance with play groups.
Monitor and observe all canine health needs and administer medications as prescribed by the shelter veterinarian. Communicate animal health concerns and needs to your supervisor.
Working in a team environment, take work direction from your co-workers and supervisors to improve your skill set, safe animal handling practices, or disease management protocol.
Clean all interior and exterior canine areas of the shelter daily to include public hallways, kennels, isolation, outdoor shared areas, and runs. Daily cleaning includes, but is not limited to the scooping of urine, feces, vomit or other canine excrement, sweeping and mopping of all canine-related areas, replacing bedding and toys as needed, washing, drying, folding and restocking clean laundry.
Complete deep cleaning of all kennels as needed, in addition to daily cleaning tasks. Deep cleaning includes, but is not limited to the spraying/scrubbing all surfaces, disinfecting, and rinsing of the kennels and runs.
Maintain a clean and organized work space. Promptly discard worn or torn linens, toys, food, or trash to minimize odors, transmittal of illness, and cluttered work areas.
Assist potential adopters by honestly answering questions about the animals, energy level, temperament, behaviors, and any known health issues. Recommend the adopters spend time with specific animals that may be a good match for the household.
Provide information and educate visitors about the animals housed at the shelter. Provide friendly direction and monitor visitors and volunteers interaction with the animals to ensure proper interaction and a safe environment.
Provide timely updates to the communication chat to relay any information
Collect all trash and take to dumpster prior to closing the shelter for the night.
Change solution in scoop bucket.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Confidence and ability to work with canines of varying sizes and weights. Shelter animals can be unpredictable or aggressive. Knowledge and observation of canine posturing behaviors are preferred but not required.
Ability to properly handle and dispose of animal waste, hazardous chemicals/materials and sharp objects.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma, or equivalent.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor both within the rescue and the public.
Ability to approach staff, volunteers, and the public to openly discuss the shelter, its mission, and the animals in a friendly, honest, and professional manner.
Must have reliable transportation and be dependable. The shelter animal’s health and welfare depend on your attendance.
Valid driver’s license required or reliable transportation
Paychecks are every two weeks.
Physical demands and working environment
Ability to work in an emotionally taxing field – a positive attitude and sense of humor are essential.
Work is performed in an animal shelter. There is a potential for exposure to environmental factors such as temperature variations, high noise levels, zoonotic diseases, animal waste, strong odors, hazardous chemicals or chemical materials requiring OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), anesthetics, sharp objects, and potential hostile persons and/or dangerous and unpredictable animals.
Ability to multi-task in a constantly changing environment.
Must be able to work assigned shift, including weekends, holidays.
Ability to stay standing or active during entire shift; lift and carry objects and animals ; lift, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull and other strenuous activities.
This position has a 90 day probationary period.
This is an at-will position.
William Myers Is The Student Of The Week
The SHCTC Networking and Security instructor, Mr. Bryant is proud to announce the Student of the Week, William Myers. Wiliam, a senior at Smethport High School has demonstrated the resiliency and persistence needed for success in his future endeavors. He provides consistent help to his classmates and exhibits an outstanding work ethic in shop labs and on theory assignments. William earned his PC Pro certification in May and is currently seeking his Network Pro certification.
Coudersport Fire Dept. Reports Calls
Coudersport Vol FireDept
9/7/2023
DINGMAN RUN RD / W BRANCH DINGMAN RUN RD
WIRES DOWN
At 1519 Hours, dispatched for Trees and Wires Down at the above location. Engine 48-3 (w/3) responded and upon their arrival, the incident was unfounded. Units returned to service.
600 BLOCK OF ROUTE 44
TREE DOWN
At 1942 Hours, Chief 48 (Phelps) located a tree down in the roadway, cleared it himself and returned to service.
9/8/23
35 S MAIN ST – PORT ALLEGANY
STRUCTURE FIRE – 1ST ALARM
At 1559 Hours, the Rescue and Truck Companies were dispatched as a part of the First Alarm Assignment for a reported House Fire at the above location. Rescue 48-8 (w/6) responded shortly after dispatched and were placed in service while enroute. Units returned to service.
9/10/23
246 ROUTE 244 N
MVA WITH INJURIES
At 0027 Hours, dispatched for a single-vehicle crash into a pole at the above location. Rescue 48-8 (w/5), Engine 48-3 (w/3) and Patrol 48-4 (w/2) all made the response. Chief 48 (Phelps) arrived to a vehicle into the ditch and the driver self-extricated with cable lines down. Crews assisted on scene as needed until the vehicle was removed by the towing company. Units then returned to service.
9/11/23
BUFFALO ST / KIO RD
TREE DOWN
At 0003 Hours, dispatched for a Tree Down in the roadway. Chief 48-30 (Dunn II) and Patrol 48-4 (w/2) responded and upon their arrival found a PennDOT crew on scene already clearing the roadway. Units returned to service.
9/12/23
22 OAK LN – ROULETTE TWP
STRUCTURE FIRE – 1ST ALARM
At 1528 Hours, dispatched for a Reported House Fire at the above location. Tanker 48-5 (w/6), Engine 48-1 (w/3), and Engine 48-3 (w/2) all made the response. While responding, the incident was scaled back and command requested the Tanker Company to continue into the scene and the remainder of units were returned to service. Upon the Tanker’s arrival, crews assisted 46 for minor overhaul and any other tasks that were needed. Crews were released shortly thereafter. Refer to Roulette Chemical Engine #1 for additional information
9/18/23
802 VINE ST
AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM
At 0901 Hours, dispatched for an Automatic Fire Alarm at the Coudersport Elementary School. Chief 48 (Phelps) received a phone call from property maintenance and confirmed the alarm was false. Units were placed in service after dispatch.
TRAINING ASSIGNMENTS
While also handling calls for service, multiple members traveled to various classes throughout the counties.
Firefighter’s J. Duell, S. Greene, D. Greene, & D. Hunt traveled to Genesee to partake in a Pump Operations 1 class for the weekend.
Firefighter K. Saulter Jr and Lieutenant Rodriguez traveled to the Tri-County Fire School to partake in a Arson Fire Investigation class for the weekend.
Prevent Childhood Lead Poisoning
Did you know that about 70% of the housing in Allegany County was built before 1978? These homes are more likely to contain lead-based paints, which were banned for residential use in 1978. Sanding and scraping paint in these older homes can release lead dust. A child can get lead poisoning by swallowing paint chips with lead or breathing in dust from lead paint. Lead poisoning can cause problems with a child’s growth, behavior, and ability to learn. Lead can also harm babies before they are born.
Lead exposure can also happen from other sources:
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to EQT ARO LLC in McIntyre Township, Lycoming County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 9/19/2023 to EQT ARO LLC in McIntyre Township, Lycoming county. CSL 402(b) – POTENTIAL POLLUTION – Conducting an activity regulated by a permit issued pursuant to Section 402 of The Clean Streams Law to prevent the potential of pollution to waters of the Commonwealth without a permit or contrary to a permit issued under that authority by the Department. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-09-19 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to XTO ENERGY INC in Chapman Township, Clinton County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 9/18/2023 to XTO ENERGY INC in Chapman Township, Clinton county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-09-18 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |