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Renovo Loans Ambulance to Coudersport
Coudersport Ambulance Association
Unfortunately, earlier this week our primary ambulance was involved in a hit and run and our backup ambulance ran into some mechanical issues. This left us with no ambulances of our own and thankfully neighboring ambulance services were able to cover our district. Earlier today, Renovo Ambulance agreed to help us out and brought us one of their ambulances to use while we have ours out of service. So, for the next few days you may see Renovo’s ambulance around as we use it to serve our community. We are incredibly thankful for Renovo’s support so that we can continue to deliver our mission.
UPMC Expert: The Role of Genetics in Breast Cancer Risk
By: Susan Branton, M.D.
UPMC Magee-Womens Breast Health Center
Genetic testing to discover ancestry is common practice and sometimes discovering your family history can reveal unexpected connections, new storylines, and a world of new relatives. But, there’s another benefit for some specific types of genetic testing. The genes you inherit can help doctors determine your cancer risk, including your risk for breast and ovarian cancer.
Everyone has a unique genetic code that is a combination of genes from their parents. Mutations or changes in certain genes can increase the likelihood that certain cells could become cancerous. Pancreas, thyroid, colon, bone, breast, ovarian, soft tissue, and melanoma are cancers that possibly can be linked with genetic mutations. Mutations of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are specifically linked to breast and ovarian cancer. People with Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry have a higher incidence of having the BRCA gene mutation. African American women who have a higher rate of estrogen-receptor negative breast cancer also have higher rates of the BRCA1, BRCA2, and another gene called PALB2 that is linked to breast cancer.
So where do you start? At age 18, women should begin talking to their family doctors about their breast and ovarian cancer risks. Important factors that could impact your risk include your age at menses, age at first childbirth, weight, lifestyle, and genetic or family history.
Lumber Heritage Region Receives $288,000 Grant from DCNR in Pennsylvania’s $52.2 Million Funding Boost
Lumber Heritage Region, Pennsylvania — The Lumber Heritage Region is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a generous grant of $288,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). This funding will play a pivotal role in advancing the preservation and celebration of our region’s rich cultural and environmental heritage.
The grant allocation is part of a broader initiative by the state government, spearheaded by Governor Shapiro, to support and empower various regions throughout Pennsylvania. In total, Governor Shapiro has allocated an impressive $52.2 million in grants to enhance community and environmental projects across the state. Of this substantial sum, communities, organizations and partners within the Lumber Heritage Region secured $5.32 million, reinforcing our area’s significance in Pennsylvania’s heritage and conservation efforts. For more information about these individual grants visit, https://elibrary.dcnr.pa.gov/GetDocument?docId=6376124&DocName=2023_C2P2_Fall_Grants_List_CompleteFinal.pdf
Anastasia Penick Is Seneca Highlands CTC Student of the Week
Anastasia Penick, a third-year culinary student, is our featured student of the week. She actively engages in various extracurricular activities, including participating in Skills USA’s Front of House competition, being a part of the SHCTC Student Committee, and contributing to theater at PAHS. Additionally, she has dedicated four years to a part-time position at Fox’s Pizza in Port Allegany. Anastasia holds a ServSafe certification and is considering a future in the dietary field of nutrition.
Causer to Hold Satellite Office Hours
BRADFORD – State Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) will hold monthly satellite office hours on Thursday, Nov. 2, at the following locations:
- Emporium Borough Office – 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- Port Allegany Borough Office – 11 a.m. to noon.
State Police Announce Quarterly Firearms Purchase Denial Investigations
Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania State Police today announced the number of firearms purchase denials and subsequent investigations for the third quarter of 2023.
The Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS) is used by county sheriffs, police chiefs of first-class cities, and licensed firearms dealers to determine an individual’s legal ability to acquire a license to carry firearms or obtain a firearm through a purchase or transfer. When an individual attempts to provide false information on a state and/or federal form, an investigation is initiated, and an investigation referral is sent to a law enforcement agency.
According to Pennsylvania law, a person commits a third-degree felony if they make a false oral or written statement on any federal or state agency form or willfully presents false identification that is likely to deceive the seller, licensed dealer, or licensed manufacturer. During the PICS process, some individuals are identified as having an active warrant for their arrest.
In the third quarter, the following investigations were initiated by the PSP Firearms Division and referred to PSP Troops, municipal police departments, or ATF for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Table 1: Third quarter PICS statistics (2022 and 2023)
| | 2022 | 2023 |
| PICS checks conducted | 285,980 | 242,090 |
| Persons denied | 4,437 | 3,539 |
| Denials referred to law enforcement agencies | 1,529 | 2,539 |
| Referred to Pennsylvania State Police | 363 | 896 |
| Referred to municipal law enforcement | 1,030 | 1,526 |
| Referred to ATF | 136 | 117 |
| Individuals arrested for a warrant at point of purchase | 27 | 18 |
For more information on PICS and carrying firearms in Pennsylvania, visit psp.pa.gov
Contact: Lt. Adam Reed or Myles Snyder, 717-783-5556, ra-pspcomm@pa.gov
NATIONAL FUEL AND SENECA RESOURCES ENDOW NEW SCHOLARSHIP AT PITT-BRADFORD
BRADFORD, Pa. – National Fuel and Seneca Resources have endowed a new scholarship to benefit energy and engineering students at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
The National Fuel Gas Company Foundation made a gift of $25,000 to create the National Fuel and Seneca Resources Scholarship in honor of the natural gas utility and its exploration and production company, Seneca Resources.
Students studying petroleum technology or engineering at Pitt-Bradford will be given first preference for the scholarships. Second preference will be given to students majoring in other energy-related disciplines or children of current employees who are attending Pitt-Bradford.
Penn College women to host UE playoff opener
With a 10-1-7 overall season entering the playoffs, this year’s Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s soccer team already has established itself as one of the program’s best ever, and as the third seed in the United East Volt Division, the Wildcats will host sixth-seeded Penn State Abington at 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Penn State Berks, with a win over Penn State Harrisburg on Tuesday, nailed down the Volt Division’s top seed while Harrisburg is seeded second. Lancaster Bible College earned the third seed and St. Mary’s (Md.) College is seeded fourth. Berks and Harrisburg drew first-round byes and will host semifinal games next Tuesday.
Last season, the Wildcats reached the conference’s Final Four before losing to Penn State Harrisburg, 3-2.
In conference matches this season, Penn College is 2-1-2 against other playoff teams with 0-0 ties against Berks and St. Mary’s, a 1-0 loss to Harrisburg, a 3-1 win over Lancaster Bible and a 6-2 win over Abington. The Wildcats have outscored their UE opponents 9-4.
“This season has been one of incredible excitement for our team and program as a whole,” second-year coach Ian Scheller said. “To end any regular season with just one loss is a great achievement because being a team that can consistently compete on any given day might be the most important thing for any program.
Minor Injuries In Tractor-Trailer Crash on Rt. 249
Knoxville-Deerfield Vol. Fire Company
MSG: DISPATCHED: 10/25/23 08:24:39
MVAI : MVA WITH INJURIES
9130 ROUTE 249, Apt , DEERFIELD
Dept 6,5,25,26 and Wellsboro hospital medics dispatched for a tractor-trailer accident on its side possible entrapment. Lieutenant 6(Seth Davies)got on the scene reporting the tractor-trailer was on its side, the roadway was partially blocked and the patient self-extricated.
Chief 5(Bill Goltz)got on the scene and established command with updated information of minor injuries to the patient. Rescue 6-8 and Chief 6-20 arrived on scene and Chief 5 turned command over to Chief 6-20.
There was some minor diesel fluid leaking from the tanks on the tractor and crews from dept 5 and 6 began to asses the situation and use absorbent pads. Crews also disconnected the battery. We also deployed a trash line for a precaution. Dept 5 also responded with Hazmat 99 as a precaution as well.
Command shut down 249 due to the location on the blind curve and due to the extensive investigation. 26-7 transported the patient to the hospital. B & W Towing and Whites Towing arrived on the scene to begin the recovery. Lot of agencies involved to respond, mitigate, and clean up such an incident and everyone worked together to get the job done.
Units responding were: Rescue 6-8, Engine 6-2, Squad 5-18, Engine 5-3, Hazmat 99-3, 26-7, Wellsboro hospital medics(Recalled), PSP, DOT, Whites Towing, and B & W Towing
PITT-BRADFORD FINANCIAL AID TO HOLD INFORMATION NIGHTS
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s Financial Aid staff will offer free financial aid information sessions for college-bound students.
The in-person financial aid presentations at regional high schools will begin over the next several weeks and conclude in early November 2023. The schedule is as follows:
6 p.m. Oct. 26 Kane Area High School
6 p.m. Nov. 2 Austin Area School
6 p.m. Nov. 2 Coudersport Area Jr.-Sr. High School
9 a.m. Nov. 4 Otto-Eldred High School hosting Smethport and Oswayo Valley Area High Schools
6 p.m. Nov. 9 Bradford Area High School
Information covered will include basic information on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), deadlines, and tips that will make completing the FAFSA easier. A counselor will also talk about the financial aid process for both federal and state aid. Finally, the counselor will talk about different situations that can affect aid, such as income and whether a student is considered a dependent or independent student. There will be time for questions during or after the presentation.
In January 2024, the Financial Aid staff will offer a series of FAFSA completion events. More information will be forthcoming once dates and locations are set.
Those sessions will enable families to complete the FAFSA online with some help from the staff. For more information, contact Deborah Soyke, Assistant Director of Financial Aid, at (814)362-7550 or d.soyke@pitt.edu.
DROWSY MAGGIE CONCERT IN TRIBUTE TO BOB RUBIN IS THIS FRIDAY, OCT. 27
Drowsy Maggie is performing at 7:30 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 27, in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
In the band are: Danny Shipe and Molly Cary, both lead and harmony vocalists with Cary on guitar and Shipe on guitar and banjo; Daria Lin-Guelig on hammered dulcimer and concertina; Bruce Smith on upright bass; and Dave Driskell on flute, clarinet and whistle.
Sinnemahone Trail Run Results
A new record was set in the Sinnemahone 50k on Saturday. Bobby Longenecker from Lititz finished the race in 4:50:43. He was one of two competitors taking home the gold crown of the Sinnemahone Triple Crown. Longenecker finished third in the 55-mile gravel bike race and finished third in the Bob Umbenhauer race of the Sinnemahone Paddle. Hansel Lucas from Brookville also completed the longest distance in each of the legs of the Sinnemahone Triple Crown.
The Hill Cemetery Association Meeting
The Hill Cemetery Association will be meeting on Thursday, October 26th at 6 PM at the Roulette Library.
Port’s Winter Wonderland Event December 9
“Any vendors interested in participating in Port’s Winter Wonderland event on December 9 from 3-7 pm, please click on the link below and fill out the form!”
Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs for the weekend of October 28th
Program Title: Sizerville’s Spooktacular Skele-bration
Date: Tuesday, October 31st
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Environmental Learning Center
Description: Halloween is just around the corner, so come out and join the park educator for a night filled with spooky fun and games! Some of the topics for this program will include bats, skull identification, and spiders. There will also be pumpkin-themed games and a craft to make. Costumes are encouraged, so stop by for a ghostly good time!
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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’s 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 going 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.