Breakfast with Santa
Austin Area School’s National Honor Society sponsored Breakfast with Santa at the Austin Firehall. While Curtis Dean-Inman age 5 has a serious talk with Santa, a couple of the elves enjoyed their breakfast.
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
850 PM EST Sun Dec 10 2023
…SNOW TO IMPACT TRAVEL OVERNIGHT…
Snow will continue to overspread the northern and western areas
of central Pennsylvania overnight. While valley locations will
hold onto rain longer, as temperatures remain just above freezing,
higher elevations will have potential to have icy spots develop,
as temperatures are expected to fall into the upper 20s by sunrise.
Icy spots will be most likely on untreated surfaces such as
bridges and ramps. Persons traveling overnight should be alert for
a wide range of conditions and allow extra travel time. The
heaviest snow is expected to be west and north of Interstate 99.
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A $150 early bird season pass to attend all 17 Endless Mountain Music Festival concerts is available now through Sunday, Dec. 31.
“The early bird season pass is an opportunity to give a music lover a great gift for Christmas, a birthday, anniversary or just because,” said Cindy Long, EMMF executive director.
Of the 17 concerts, two of the symphony orchestra concerts are free and six are $39 per person or $234 and two of the chamber concerts are free and seven are $30 per person or $210 for a total of $444.
By comparison, for $150, the price to attend each of the 13 concerts is $11.54, a saving of $294.
On Jan. 1, 2024, the price of a season pass will return to $250 or $19.23 per concert.
Dear Editor:
Redemption is a concept that most people subscribe to EXCEPT when it means putting the words into action.
Take for instance Gov. Hochul’s new bill, the Clean Slate Act, which could seal conviction records for some convicted citizens. The Act is getting push back from the Right, as they would rather these people carry their conviction as a ball and chain for the rest of their lives. Or as one former ‘convict’ termed it, perpetual punishment.
This is different from clemency or expungement.
The Act, however, does NOT seal ALL records. Only for those with clean records following their release from incarceration. Three years for those with misdemeanor convictions and eight years for felonies. And the records would NOT be sealed for certain categories, such as any conviction resulting in a possible registration as a sex offender, nor are murderers eligible, nor domestic terrorists, nor others convicted of non-drug Class A felonies.
The records would only become shielded when a person applies for schooling, jobs and housing. The records would still be available to the police and the courts.
By allowing for those who have served their time to re-integrate in the community and work to improve their social position, this Act will reduce recidivism.
Let those who have paid their debt pick up the pieces and put their lives back together productively for the benefit of all.
Sincerely,
Ly Kesse, Representative
Alfred, NY District 1
Allegany County Democratic Committee
| PA Permit Violation Issued to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Rome Township, Bradford County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 12/05/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Rome Township, Bradford county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-12-05 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
In the only on-court action of the week, the Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team split its two games.
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
For only the second time in eight encounters, the Wildcats, using an 18-9 second-quarter advantage, turned back Keuka College at home on Friday, 54-46. Rachel Teats, of Middleburg, honored earlier in the week for her defensive play, celebrated with a 25-point offensive performance that included hitting on 8 of 14 field goals, 2 of 4 treys and 7 of 8 foul shots. Teamwise, Penn College connected on 15 of 24 free throws, while Keuka hit just 7 of 16.
After holding its previous two opponents under 50 points in back-to-back wins, Marywood University raced to a 35-16 halftime lead and withstood a late Penn College comeback for a 61-51 win on Saturday. Teats led the Wildcats in scoring with 21 points and eight rebounds. While Penn College was sharp at the foul line, hitting 13 of 16 tries, it was just 4 of 21 from the 3-point line, while Marywood was 11 of 38 in treys.
After her third straight 20-plus point game, Teats has scored 117 on the season and 654 for her career.
Our annual elections were held this past week for the upcoming 2024 year. The results are as follows:
Chief – Tony Everetts
1st Asst Chief – Allan Everetts
3rd Asst Chief – Mike Green
President – Joe Dushaw
Vice President – Dori Putt
Secretary – Steve Griffith
Treasurer – Dan Jenkins
Parade Master – Allan Everetts
Quarter Master – Mike Green
Director – Allan Everetts
Director – Lee Cousins
Historian – Dori Putt
Chaplain – Steve Gonska
Steward – MaryBeth Clune
Delegate – Allan Everetts
Delegate – Steve Griffith
Congratulations to all of the elected officers.
Elaine Boylan, 87, of Route 219 Kane, PA passed away Thursday (Nov 30) at UPMC-Kane.
Born March 18, 1936 in Brookston, she is the daughter of the late August and Frances (Blauser) Leichtenberger. On July 10, 1953 she married John Boylan, who preceded her in death.
Elaine was a dedicated volunteer and a giving person to her community. She loved cooking and baking and was always quick to share what she made with others. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was very proud of them.
Saturday, December 9th 2023, 1:26 PM EST, Erie News Now
Police confirm an inmate from Mercer County undergoing treatment at UPMC Hamot has escaped custody.
It happened earlier Saturday, and the man was last seen heading west on Second St.
A message sent to the Gannon University community told anyone who sees a man with a goatee and buzz cut who is wearing an orange jumpsuit to call 911.
No other details were immediately available.
County, state officials meet to discuss need for increase in E-911 surcharge Times ObserverThe Northern Tier Regional 911 system includes Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, Jefferson, McKean and Warren Counties. |
A rollercoaster of a ride temperature, wind and precipitation-wise is in store for us today through Monday. Relatively light wind and quite mild highs in the upper 40s to upper 50s today will be followed by a widespread soaking rain late tonight through Sunday evening, followed by a changeover to snow later Sunday night and early Monday. Northwest winds will gust between 35 and 40 mph late Sunday night and Monday #PAWX #CTPWX
The contest is open to all Potter County students in grades 7 to 12.
Must be hand drawn design. No computer designs are allowed.
The design MUST include the following:
a. 88th Potter County Fair
c. Rooted in Agriculture (Fair theme)
4. Must be done in black and white and two other colors of your choice.
5. Only one entry per student. If more than one is entered, both will be disqualified.
6. Must be drawn in the circle on bottom of entry form.
7. Must be returned to the following address by February 1, 2024.
Potter County Fair Button Contest
Judi Turton
566 Cowburn Road
Ulysses, PA 16948
Prizes will be awarded to the top three placings. First Place will receive S25 and the design will be made into our 2024 Fair Button. Second place will receive $15 and third place will receive $10.
Duration: 3 hr
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Saturday, December 9, 2023
12 PM – 3 PM
$5.00/Adult, $5.00/Youth (ages 4 to 11), Children 3 & under- FREE
He must be taking a break from his sleigh, because Santa is going to be in the Shay locomotive at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum on December 9, 2023, from 12 to 3 PM, to hear your holiday wish list.
Take an instant photo with St. Nick and make a super simple family-crafted ornament. Enjoy cookies and hot cocoa. Browse a holiday bazaar of local artisans. Admission to the Santa in the Shay event also includes admission to the Lumber Museum’s exhibit galleries, so take the opportunity to learn some lumber and forest history with your family!
Be sure to dress warmly and wear boots because Santa and the Shay locomotive are outside in an un-heated building. There could be snow on the ground too, so be prepared. Guest will also have to climb a short flight of stairs to make their way into the cab of the locomotive, but Santa can come out to meet you as needed.
2024 Officers for WFD
Fire Chief ; Chad Boyce
Chief 1-10 : Josh McCarthy
Chief 1-20 : Mike Pierce
Trustees : Pete Lupkowski , George Barbine, Tyler Huck
President : John Pagano
Vice President ; Ken Nowak
Secretary ; Austin Dunham
Treasurer : Scot Boyce Sr.
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has added two movies to its free 60th Anniversary Film Series.
Each of the films is free to the public and campus community and begins at 7 p.m. in the Bromeley Family Theater. Light refreshments will be provided.
The two added films are the Sidney Poitier classic, “To Sir, with Love,” on Dec. 9 and “Rise of the Wahine,” a documentary about a women’s college volleyball team in the early days of Title IX on March 23, 2024.
The Port Allegany Women’s Club held their November meeting at the Port Allegany Senior Center and welcomed guest speaker, Paula Fritz Eddy. Paula is the Executive Director of the McKean County Community Foundation. She spoke about the Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund as well as the Women’s Giving Circle of McKean County.
The Club held their annual Ding-a-Ling Party at the Inn on Maple Street Annex located on Arnold Avenue in Port Allegany.
The Women’s Club has been busy organizing and preparing for Light Up Night which was held last week on the Town Square in Port Allegany. This weekend they will be on the Town Square again as sponsors of A Winter Wonderland. The club is also sponsoring a home Christmas decorating contest. Winners will be announced tomorrow (Saturday, December 9th) at the Winter Wonderland on the Town Square.
Oswayo Valley Elementary School is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new book vending machine, adding a touch of magic to the world of learning. This fantastic initiative aims to elevate the joy of reading and foster literacy skills among our students, all made possible through the support of Title 1 funds.
Dubbed “Books, Behavior, and Beyond: Green Wave Incentive Program,” this groundbreaking endeavor is set to revolutionize the way students engage with literature. The mechanism is simple yet ingenious: students earn coveted Green Wave cards by achieving academic goals and demonstrating the principles of our Character Counts positive behavior reward system. These cards can then be exchanged for tokens at predefined milestones, allowing students from Pre-K to 5th grade to access the wonders of the book vending machine.
Today marked a historic moment as Tevlin Milliken, a trailblazing third-grader, became the very first token earner of the program. With an impressive tally of 15 Green Wave Cards, Tevlin proudly exchanged them for a gold token, unlocking the gateway to a world of page-turning adventures. His journey is just the first chapter in a narrative that promises countless students discovering and relishing books through the school’s state-of-the-art vending machine for years to come.
The 2023 Winter Showcase was held recently at Port Allegany High School in the Auditorium. Guest hosts for the evening were Lillianne Reed and Alayna Rhinehart. The hosts began the show with a guitar duet followed by recorder as they performed the Sponge Bob theme song. Love Story by Taylor Swift was then performed by the 8th and 9th Grade Choir with vocal music instructor Rachel Karwowski on piano. Lily Madison followed with When I was Your Man by Bruno Mars. Jenn Baxter performed an original composition, Days of Spring, on her saxophone. The Nights by Avicii was performed by Nathaniel Canfield and friends. Simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd was performed by Owen Kisler, drums; Juuso Young, backup guitar; Isaac Barber, lead guitar; Miska Young, bass and Henry Troupe, vocals. Metallica’s Enter Sandman followed with Saxon Palmer, vocals, Owen Kisler, drums, Isaac Barber, guitar and Aidan Clark, bass guitar.
Ex’s and Oh’s by Elle King was sung by Georgia Barth and Delaney Stromberg, vocals and Miss Karwowski on piano.
