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Christmas Carols at the Coudersport Arboretum
Christmas Carols at the Coudersport Arboretum, 201 S West Street, will be held Friday, December 8th beginning at 6 p.m.
Please join with local groups and choirs to celebrate the season!
Light refreshments will be served thanks to the generosity of Sheetz and Coudersport Shop and Save.
Groups that would be interested in participating can email coudersportarboretum@gmail.com
Kate (Shea) Lewis of Wellsville, Executive Director of Clarity Wellness Community, Recognized for 40 Under 40 Awards.
Kate (Shea) Lewis of Wellsville, Executive Director of Clarity Wellness Community, was recently recognized by Buffalo Business First for transformational leadership in its annual 40 under 40 awards. Kate was chosen from more than 250 nominees and joins 39 other Western New York leaders younger than 40 years old being honored this year.
Kate began her journey at Clarity (then known as Allegany Rehabilitation Associates) as an intern in 2006 while completing a Master of Social Work program at the University of Buffalo. After completing her degree and working for a Buffalo-area behavioral health provider, she ultimately returned to her hometown of Wellsville, and took on the project of transforming a Day Treatment Program into a cutting-edge Personalized Recovery Oriented Services program.
Potter County GIS Department Having Contest To Celebrate GIS Dy
Potter County GIS department is holding a contest to celebrate international GIS day. Enter to win this custom framed map of potter county!
Follow Link for a chance to win: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/6ef787855e074dd481aeb09084c49366
Grand Prize is this Custom framed map of Potter County!
Frame made and donated by: Mountain woodworks, Coudersport Pa.
Republican Women Unveil Bill Package to Address Sexual Harassment
In response to recent cases of sexual harassment at the Capitol, five female members of the House Republican Caucus today unveiled a legislative package to make significant reforms to protect taxpayers and victims.
In March, then-Rep. Mike Zabel resigned after it became public that over several years he sexually harassed a lobbyist, another legislator and his former campaign manager. More recently, the state paid out a $295,000 sexual harassment settlement to a woman who worked for Mike Vereb. At the time of the offense, Vereb was Gov. Josh Shapiro’s secretary of legislative affairs.
“While the House expanded the House Ethical Conduct Rules in 2019, before I was elected, to cover incidents of sexual harassment by members and officers of the House against House employees, recent incidents have shown we need to tighten our rules further to serve as a better deterrent against inappropriate behavior,” said Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland). “In addition, the rule changes would give members and employees more redress if they are victimized. I am hopeful that my Democrat colleagues would join me in supporting these common-sense changes.”
Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center Student In Fall eSports Playoffs
Nathan Haight (Grade 10, Port Allegany School District) will represent the SHCTC Screaming Eagles in the upcoming Atlantic Gold Minecraft Survival eSports playoff tournament. Nathan will play against other east coast student eSports athletes on November 28, December 5, and December 12, 2023, all at 5:00 p.m.
You can watch Nathan compete on his Twitch stream at bit.ly/gonathanctc.
For more information on the SHCTC eSports program, please contact the coach, Brent Bryant at (814) 642-2573 or bbryant@iu9ctc.org.
Think About It
The Lies We Live By
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
I recently found myself with several men discussing the lies we live by. Surprisingly several expressed these with great emotion and struggle. Perhaps you’re wondering what I mean by the lies we live by. Let me try to explain.
The lies that we live by are those that say we must be perfect in everything we do; the one that says we must fix everything; the one that says I’m responsible for the unhappiness in others; the one that says I’m stupid; or the one that says I’m just not good enough. Do you get the picture? We all have them to greater or lessor degrees. And although we may not be consciously aware, they influence everything we say and do. Healing from these lies requires a great deal of inner exploration to find the root cause of the lie and dealing with it. Sound easy? It’s not.
You might wonder how they get there and the answer is quite simple. They enter into our lives by things that were said, or by what we interpreted through a look. Essentially everything we believe about others and ourselves has been developed by what we’ve heard, touched or smelled. For example, the child who comes home with a report card full of A’s and one B and is told, “You could have done better”, can learn that what they do is more important than who they are. They also can learn that perfection is the goal. To miss it means that you’re not quite whole. The compliant child learns quickly that their job is to keep everyone happy so they don’t complain or cause any problems. Comments like, “You’re always in the way” or “ You made us late” create children who grow up to feeling responsible for the problems of others. Now do you get the picture? Please understand that parents don’t set out to harm their children. A simple look can cause a child to interpret displeasure and ultimately create a adult who is constantly looking for approval. Remember, I may not be responsible for what happens to me, but I am responsible for what I do with it. That is why I believe that it’s valuable to look at the lies we live by. Why? Because they are the source for much of our unhappiness and pain and only you can change it. Think about it.
North Central Supply And the “Shops of Quarterwest”
New shipment of double hung vinyl replacement Windows have arrived…prices start @ $60.00
Multiple sizes available…best prices around..( please do not call asking for sizes, too many to check)..
Save money and make the drive to Galeton…
Announcing Leadership Potter County 2024
Leadership Potter County is a great opportunity for residents from throughout Potter County to learn about themselves, participate in collaborative experiences and engage in opportunities to become more civic minded.
What do you think makes a good leader? Do you see yourself in a leadership role in the near future or sometime during your career? Do you want to have an impact on the communities where you live and work?
One of the most critical needs at the local level is strong leadership. LPC 2024 will help participants expand their personal leadership skills, provide opportunities to network with cohort members and county residents, introduce them to key issues currently facing the region, and deepen their understanding of future trends that may impact Potter County.
Over the course of eleven months, LPC 2024 will cover important topics that teach participants about their own leadership styles and connect them to valuable resources in the county. If you see yourself as a future leader, then Leadership Potter County is for you!
Leadership Potter County 2024 is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. For more information or an application contact Janine Morley at the Potter County Education Council at (814) 274-4877 or jmorley@pcedcouncil.org. The registration deadline is January 16th. Register by December 16th and receive an early bird discount!
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher Township, Clinton County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/14/2023 to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher 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: 2023-11-14 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Smethport Dispatched For Crash or Rt. 6
At 7:35 AM on Friday, Smethport Fire & EMS have been dispatched to a report of a 2-vehicle crash between a tractor-trailer & a passenger vehicle on Route 6 near Cherry Steet, west of Smethport. Unknown details.
UAHS Recognizes November Star Award Recipients
Sheryl Nelson, administrative assistant at the Pavilion was presented the November Star Award for BRMC. Kristyn Wilber, RN, subacute rehab, was presented the November Star Award for OGH.
BRADFORD, PA & OLEAN, NY – Sheryl Nelson and Kristyn Wilber, RN, were announced as the Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), the parent company of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), November Star Award winners.
The Friends of the Angelica Free Library have unveiled the latest in a series of puzzles, just in time for holiday gift-giving.
In addition to puzzles featuring the Park Circle Gazebo and the Library Portico, this year’s image depicts the vintage lock boxes inside Angelica’s historic Post Office, which are still in use today.
Marika Kaake of Angelica donated the photograph to the Friends.
Port Allegany High School Choral Department Winter Showcase
The Port Allegany High School Choral Department will present the first Winter Showcase on Monday, November 20th at 7 p.m. in the PAHS Auditorium. Admission is free. Students will present a wide variety of music they have been working on over the past month. Three of these students will be debuting their own compositions. Special guest hosts for the evening will be Lillianne Reed (pictured right) and Alayna Rhinehart (pictured left). The program is under the direction of Miss Rachael Karwowski.
Student Of The Week Trinity Earle
In a short span of time, first-year student Trinity Earle has become the driving force in our automotive program, earning the well-deserved title of Student of the Week. With an unwavering passion for the trade, she stands out for a hands-on approach to learning, tackling complex automotive challenges with enthusiasm and skill.
Trinity seamlessly combines technical expertise with exceptional teamwork, contributing positively to both classroom and collaborative projects. Beyond the curriculum, she actively seeks opportunities for growth, demonstrating a commitment to staying abreast of industry advancements. Congratulations to Trinity for embodying excellence in automotive education—your dedication inspires us all, and we anticipate even greater achievements on your road ahead.
Shapiro Administration Invests Millions in Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturer Burnside America Inc. to Expand in Franklin County
November 16, 2023
Burnside America will invest at least $4.8 million in Franklin County to create and retain nearly 50 total jobs.
This private sector investment is the second in Franklin County this year under the Shapiro Administration – building on the August announcement that Corrugated Partners will also invest in Chambersburg.
Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that Burnside America Inc., a manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, is investing $4.8 million to expand its manufacturing operation in Franklin County, which will create 15 new jobs and retain at least 32 existing jobs over the next three years.
RECALLS
Frito-Lay Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Off The Eaten Path Chickpea Veggie Crisps
Frito-Lay today issued a voluntary recall of 16,100 bags of 6 ¼ oz. Off The Eaten Path Chickpea Veggie Crisps that may contain undeclared milk ingredients due to the unintended presence of caramel seasoned crisps. The recall is the result of an investigation following a consumer complaint. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume product contained inside the recalled bags.
PITT-BRADFORD FACULTY RECEIVE AWARDS, MAKE PRESENTATIONS
Two members of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford faculty received recent awards, while others presented and published papers and essays, worked on manuscripts and organized conferences.
Earlier this month, Dr. Lanre Morenikeji, assistant professor of biology, received the Dr. Larry E. Davis Emerging Scholar Award from the University of Pittsburgh. Morenikeji received the award at the Dr. Larry E. Davis Black Excellence in the Academy Award Dinner.
Morenikeji, now in his third year teaching at Pitt-Bradford, is a prolific immunology researcher who includes his undergraduate students in his research. His current research areas are the genetics of heat resistance in cattle, the genetics that make some people more susceptible to contracting the COVID-19 coronavirus, and whether older mice are more susceptible to the streptococcus bacteria than young mice.
Dr. Helma de Vries-Jordan, associate professor of political science, will be honored with the Mid-Career Service Award by the American Political Science Association’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Queer Caucus. De Vries-Jordan has served as chair of the caucus for three years as well as program chair for three years.
Dr. Nancy McCabe received her ninth and tenth recognitions from the Best American Essays in 2022 and 2023. “Crimes Against Property” was a Notable Essay of 2022, and “Playing by the Rules” was a Notable Essay of 2023. She has had new essays appear in the last few months: “Stuck Together” in Chautauqua and “That Good Night” in Belt.