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“FOOLISH FISHGIRLS AND THE PEARL” TO OPEN WITH FIRST PERFORMANCE AND RECEPTION THIS FRIDAY, NOV. 11, OTHER PERFORMANCES ARE THIS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, NOV. 12 AND 13
Photo by Kacy Hagan
The opening night performance of “Foolish Fishgirls and the Pearl” is this Friday, Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro.
This fun, family-friendly, two-act live stage play is a comedy that people of all ages will enjoy, children and adults. It is charming and fast-paced and filled with surprises, laughs and even a little rough-housing,
Immediately following the Friday night show will be a reception for the actors and the audience with refreshments provided by the Wellsboro Business and Professional Women.
Produced by the Hamilton-Gibson Women’s Project and directed by Linda Young, other weekend performances will be at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 12 and a matinee at 2:30 p.m. this Sunday, Nov. 13. The last two shows will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18 and 19.
Anne Acker as Coral and Pat Balon as Oceana are the former deep-sea divas who didn’t exactly have the “happily ever after” storybook lives that these two mermaids dreamed of when they rescued their handsome young sailors and swam ashore thirty years ago.
They’ve discovered that a starry-eyed young mermaid (Lexa VanDusen) has rescued Nathan, a Coast Guard sailor (Titus Himmelberger) whose car went off a nearby bridge. They have a chance to save her from making the same mistakes they did by warning her about the perils and pitfalls of falling in love with mortal men who abscond with your gems, leaving you penniless with a broken heart and two skinny legs.
Assisted by their cousin Marina (Judith Sornberger) who was unceremoniously dumped when her treasure finally ran out, the trio of middle aged former sea goddesses try to convince the young mermaid, Pearl, to hightail it back to the sea.
If, that is, the two land-bound former mermaids who run a seaside bed and breakfast and café called Sea Hags can navigate around local irritant Floyd “Pinky” Ferguson (Brett Kennedy) and the local constable (Robin Gaige), who is always busy trying to maintain order amidst the chaos of a brutal winter in the “off season.”
But love, being what it is, gives Pearl some ideas of her own in this feisty fairytale about a mermaid’s life on dry land after true love is found, lost and found again.
General admission is $16 for adults, 19 and older, and $8 for students and children, 18 and under. For tickets, go to hgp.booktix.com or call Hamilton-Gibson at 570-724-2079. Tickets, if available, will be sold in the Warehouse Theatre lobby beginning an hour before each performance.
UPMC Expert: Nutrition and Diabetes
Julie Adams, RDN, CDCES
Diabetes and Nutrition, UPMC
November is National Diabetes Month and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the chronic disease affects over 37 million people in the U.S. or about 11% of the country’s population. It’s important to understand what diabetes is and how you can help manage the condition with lifestyle modifications and nutrition.
What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a health condition in which your body has difficulty with insulin, the hormone that helps sugar diffuse into your cells. The insulin either is not used properly by your body, or your body simply does not have the ability to produce enough.
Three types of diabetes include:
- Type 1 – This is the type of diabetes that occurs as an autoimmune reaction or when your pancreas does not produce insulin. When diagnosed with this type of diabetes, it is likely that you will need daily injections of insulin. Type 1 is usually diagnosed in children, teens, and young adults, but it can develop at any age. It is less common than type 2 — approximately 5-10% of people with diabetes have type 1. Currently, no one knows how to prevent type 1 diabetes, but it can be managed.
- Type 2 – This is the most prevalent type of diabetes, and risk factors for developing it can be impacted by lifestyle changes. Your pancreas produces insulin, but your body doesn’t respond appropriately – this is known as insulin resistance. Your pancreas makes more insulin to try to get cells to respond. Eventually your pancreas can’t keep up, and your blood sugar rises, setting the stage for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
- Gestational – Occurs during pregnancy and usually goes away after pregnancy. This affects how your body uses sugar, similar to the other types of diabetes. If you have a history of gestational diabetes, it is important to discuss this with your doctor. People with a history of gestational diabetes can have higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in the future.
Nutrition Tips for Diabetes Management
Taking care of your blood sugar is key to living a normal life with diabetes. Your doctor will support you through this diagnosis and help create a plan to manage your body’s level of blood sugar. Education of this health condition is one of the main ways of staying on top of it. The more you know about diabetes, the better you can take action to prevent complications.
- If you are managing diabetes, you can still include a variety of foods each day. Protein and fiber help with blood sugar management. Plan meals and snacks that combine high-fiber carbohydrate foods with protein foods to help prevent blood sugar from going up quickly. Try snacks like peanut butter with apple slices or low-fat cottage cheese with a tablespoon of apple butter to enjoy the flavors of fall.
- Holidays centered around food can be stressful for people with diabetes. Plan some time to focus on friends and family. Celebrate in ways that put less emphasis on sweet treats and more emphasis on being together with family and friends. Go for a family walk after a holiday meal or plan a family and friends game night to enjoy being together with loved ones.
- There is an increased risk for heart disease for people with diabetes. Reduce your risk by choosing heart-healthy unsaturated fats most often. In dishes that call for butter, try swapping for flavorful, heart-healthy oils like extra virgin olive oil, walnut oil or pumpkin seed oil.
If you’re having a difficult time in dealing with new lifestyle changes that are necessary to cope with diabetes, there’s additional help available. Classes, events, and support groups are available to provide extra support and education.
Julie Adams, RDN, CDCES, sees patients at UPMC Diabetes and Nutrition Care Center, UPMC Williamsport Divine Providence Campus, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport. For more information about diabetes and nutrition services, visit UPMC.com/DiabetesNCPA.
Catholic Women of Bradford To Host Soup & Sandwich Luncheon For Veterans
Join the Catholic Women’s Club of Bradford on Sunday, November 13th at 10:00 Mass and after shared liturgy, for a Red, White and Blue Veteran’s Luncheon. The event will honor the service members past and present with a complimentary soup and sandwich luncheon at the Father Gallina Social Hall across from St. Bernard’s Church. The social hall is located at 95 East Corydon Street. Veterans Day is an excellent occasion for local communities to produce a variety of meaningful programs and participation by veterans and other patriotic groups is encouraged!
Potter County Voting Machines
Jim – the commissioners may have more info, but the boxes that go to the polling precincts did NOT include the keys for the voting machines. The polls have emergency paper ballots, but the machines cannot be used until they get all the keys driven to the various locations…Major delays this morning…
Will Your Mail In Vote Count In Cameron County
Can you please make a post that says ANYONE WHO VOTED BY MAIL IN CAMERON COUNTY NEEDS TO: CALL THE COURT HOUSE AND ASK ABOUT THE STATUS OF THEIR BALLOT OR GO TO THEIR POLLING LOCATION TOMORROW AND VOTE PROVISSIONALLY. IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS CALL THE PA VOTER PROTECTION HOTLINE 833-728-6837. THE COUNTY WILL NOT TELL YOU IF YOUR BALLOT WAS REJECTED BECAUSE THEY HAVE CHOSEN NOT TO SO YOUR VOTE MAY NOT BE COUNTED.
Bonderoff steps in as interim chief operating officer at UAHS
He joins UAHS with over 30 years of experience in healthcare with the last 20 years advancing through the ranks at Bassett Healthcare Network in Cooperstown, NY. He was most recently the vice president of clinical support services within the healthcare network that oversees 34 health centers, 14 school-based centers, 6 hospitals, 3 cancer treatment centers, nursing and home health services and a variety other healthcare related services along with the Bassett Medical Group.
Bonderoff earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from SUNY College at Oneonta in Oneonta, NY and his master’s degree in business administration at Binghamton University in Binghamton, NY. He is also a member of the Medical Group Management Association and the American College of Healthcare Executives. A resident of Cooperstown, NY, Bonderoff, is active volunteering his time through various community, business, and sports organizations.
“Scott will do great things for our healthcare system. His versatile experience is impressive which will benefit our organization with him stepping in as interim COO,” said Jill Owens, MD, president, BRMC, OGH. “He will be able to continue to execute the current operational and financial initiatives that Dave DiBacco started. These initiatives will help strengthen us financially, improve the care we provide, and allow us to continue to expand services.”
With Bonderoff stepping into the role of interim chief operating officer, David DiBacco, who has held the position since May 2022 will be returning to his permanent position as vice president, chief operating officer at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital and DeGraff Medical Park, both Kaleida Health facilities. He temporarily left his role to help spearhead initiatives at Upper Allegheny Health System that have improved efficiency while cutting costs.
“Dave has been a blessing for UAHS! Even though he was with us for a short six months, his impact on the organization has already made a big difference,” said Dr. Owens. “This administration is looking to continue to enhance the healthcare provided to the Bradford, Olean, and surrounding communities through providing more efficient and quality care.”
Since taking the role of president in May 2022, Dr. Owens and her administration have been busy executing initiatives, saving the organization over $14 million this year. However, rising costs, supply chain disruptions, lower than normal volumes, staffing shortages, and lower reimbursement rates continue to plague the healthcare industry since the start of the pandemic. This is a national problem not only affecting our local hospitals but also affecting other rural hospitals and healthcare giants across the United States, with some showing billions of dollars in losses this year.
Bonderoff’s experience and knowledge about the healthcare industry will continue to help UAHS administration move the needle in the right direction. Leadership will continue to focus on enhancing the quality of care provided throughout UAHS to continue to be the region’s choice for healthcare.
Photo Caption: Scott Bonderoff, MBA is named interim chief operating officer of UAHS.
Johnsonburg dispatched to wildfire on VFW Drive
At 4:40 PM on Monday, Johnsonburg Fire Dept. dispatched to a wildfire at 693 VFW Drive. A wood pile is also on fire.
Tree Trimming Underway in Potter County
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists that work to trim and remove trees is underway on a section of Route 244 in Potter County. This work will enhance motorist safety and extend the useful life of the roadway surface.
Over the next 4 to 5 weeks, crews will be working between Oswayo and Andrews Settlement in Oswayo and Allegany townships. Work could occur on weekends if necessary.
Tree trimming and tree removal provide “daylighting” to the roadway, allowing sunlight to speed snow and ice melt during the winter months. It also enhances sight distance at some locations and lessens the potential for old and dead trees to fall onto the road.
Motorists may encounter short delays as roadway flaggers enforce an alternating traffic pattern during this operation. Drivers should remain alert for flaggers and stopped or slowed traffic.
All work will be done during daylight hours and is weather dependent. Patriot Tree Surgeons of Allentown, PA is the contractor for this job.
Dale Bertram Gillaspie, 87, formerly of Bradford, PA.
Dale Bertram Gillaspie, 87, formerly of Bradford, passed away October 12, 2022, peacefully at his home in Cameron Park, CA.
Dale grew up in Bradford, graduating from Bradford High in 1952. After serving in the US Army from 1955 to 1958, which included an assignment In Germany, he moved to Tahoe City, CA, where he began his career with Teichert Construction helping to get Squaw Valley Ski Resort ready for the 1960 Winter Olympic Games. Dale worked for the company in many positions from installing ski lifts at Squaw Valley and driving a dredger at Tahoe Keys to supervise setting up their plants. He was recognized for his skill, work ethic and leadership, over his 31-year career before retiring from Teichert as VP of the Aggregate Division
in 1992.
Dale and his beloved wife and best friend of 53 years, Joanne Gillaspie, enjoyed touring the USA in their motorhome, visiting nearly every state. Together, they loved golfing in the evenings at Cameron Park Country Club. Dale loved pheasant hunting with his sons and spending time with family, especially on the 4th of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Surviving is his wife, Joanne, and their children: Barbara Carmody, Brenda Leymaster, Richard Gillaspie and David Gillaspie, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild, two sisters: Jean Marie Jordan, and Martha Klucas.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred Gillaspie and one brother Fred (Denny) Gillaspie.
A funeral mass was conducted at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Cameron Park on October 28, 2022.
Local arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hololenbeckcahill.com
Christopher M. “Chris” Kulbago, Sr., 58, of Coneville, formerly of Niagara Falls, N.Y.
Christopher M. “Chris” Kulbago, Sr., 58, of Coneville, formerly of Niagara Falls, N.Y., passed away in his home on Friday, November 4, 2022, after a courageous battle with ALS.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Kathryn A. “Katie” Dalton, 70, a longtime resident of Eldred, PA.
Kathryn A. “Katie” Dalton, 70, a longtime resident of Eldred, passed away in her home with her loving family by her side on Sunday, November 6, 2022, after a short battle with cancer.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Sunday, November 6, 2022
Wellsville Police arrested Alexander W. Cavanaugh, age 25 of Wellsville, charging him with Burglary 2nd (Class C Felony) and Criminal Mischief 4th.
The charges stem from an incident that took place on Madison Street in the Village.
Cavanaugh was processed, and arraigned before Town of Scio Justice Ames. Cavanaugh was committed to the Allegany County Jail on $50,000.00 cash bail or $75,000.00 property bond or $100,000.00 partially secured bond. Cavanaugh is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on December 6th at 4:30 pm. Wellsville Police were assisted by the New York State Police.
“Bucket List” Travel Series – Highlighting Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise Tour!
The Education Council is offering a 2023 “Bucket List” Travel Series! We are offering several tours next year: Southern Charm (Charleston, Savannah, and Jekyll Island) in April; Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise late May/early June; Discover National Parks of America late August/early September; America’s Music Cities (New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville) in October; and last but certainly not least, Hawaiian Adventure! Maybe one of these trips is on your “bucket list!”
You do not want to miss out on our Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise! On this12-day tour, see Alaska by land and by sea! Some highlights of this trip include: Fairbanks, Denali National Park, Tundra Wilderness Tour, Anchorage, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, and so much more! Enjoy learning about Alaska’s culture and history. Experience the breathtaking beauty and amazing scenery that Alaska has to offer as you travel by riverboat, motor coach, luxury domed rail and finally, 7 nights on a cruise ship! You will feel like you are traveling through a life-size postcard. There is so much more to this tour. Visit this link for more information: gateway.gocollette.com/link/1112510 or call us at (814) 274-4877 to request a brochure and get dates, cost, etc. Hurry, you will save $200/per person if you reserve before November 24, 2022!
Free Breakfast for Veterans & Spouses Saturday at Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle
Good information will be presented on resources for Vets by Mike Pepper and the expanding Veterans food bank that started in Tioga County and is expanding to Potter and eventually beyond there. It is a free resource for Vets and their families. That will be presented by Gail Allen. We’ll have good food, music, and information for our deserving Vets!