BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has named Kate Kennedy as executive director of its Center for Rural Engagement following a national search. Kennedy will lead the center’s efforts to support rural communities across northwestern Pennsylvania through place-based education, research and community engagement.
Kennedy brings years of nonprofit leadership experience in economic development, community engagement and nonprofit management to the role. She most recently served as executive director of the Kane (Pa.) Area Development Center, where she oversaw the Kane Area Chamber of Commerce, the Kane Area Revitalization Enterprise and the Kane Area Industry Development Corp.
We often joke about others not being able to remember things, and certainly, as we all get a little older, remembering becomes a little more difficult. But all in all, there is great value in the ability to remember. One of the most important aspects of remembering is that remembering the past helps as we walk into the future.
The following passage, found in Deuteronomy 4:9-10 (NLT), offers a clear admonition about remembering the past, “But watch out! Be very careful never to forget what you have seen the Lord do for you. Do not let these things escape from your mind as long as you live! And be sure to pass them on to your children and grandchildren. Tell them especially about the day when you stood before the Lord your God at Mount Sinai, where he told me, ‘Summon the people before me, and I will instruct them. That way, they will learn to fear me as long as they live, and they will be able to teach my laws to their children.’ Later, in Deuteronomy 11:18-19 (NLT), God says, “So commit yourselves completely to these words of mine. Tie them to your hands as a reminder, and wear them on your forehead. Teach them to your children. Talk about them when you are at home and when you are away on a journey, when you are lying down and when you are getting up again.'”
It has been said that when we forget the past, we are doomed to repeat it. I have found that many people keep trying the same thing over and over again, expecting different results. Some have called this “insanity.” Clearly, they haven’t learned from their past mistakes and choices.
There are several incidents in the Scriptures where individuals set up memorials to God to remember a specific event of God’s provision. We all need these in our lives as reminders of God’s love and care. When we don’t have them, we tend to forget, and when we forget, we get discouraged. Remembering helps us stay on track. Think about it.
Once Upon a Farm (Berkeley, CA) is recalling all lots and varieties of fruit-flavored Tractor Wheel Organic Toddler Soft-Baked bars due to reports that the composition of the Tractor Wheel toddler snack can rapidly hydrate into a dense, dry, and sticky mass upon contact with saliva and during chewing, which can result in a potential choking hazard for toddlers for ages 1.5-2.5 years old.
The Tractor Wheels were distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico, and reached consumers via online sales and retail stores. This recall covers all lot codes currently available in distribution, including expired products which may be on consumers’ shelves. Applicable unexpired Best If Used by Dates are 10/30/2026 to 8/26/2027.
Recalled products can be identified as follows:
Tractor Wheels – Strawberry, Pumpkin & Beet
5 count – Net Wt. 3.35 oz (95g) – UPC 81000351261
10 count – Net Wt. 6.7 oz (190 g) – UPC 810003512932
Tractor Wheels – Apple, Sweet Potato & Spinach
5 count – Net Wt. 3.35 oz (95g) – UPC 81000351260
10 count – Net Wt. 6.7 oz (190 g) – UPC 810003512840
30 count – Net Wt. 20.1 oz (570g) – UPC 810003512925
Organic Baby & Toddler Snack Sampler Packs – Online Only – containing 5 count cartons of Tractor Wheels along with other Baby and Toddler Snack products
Organic Baby & Toddler Snack Sampler 9 count – Contains 3 – 5 count cartons of tractor wheels all three flavors – Case 10810003513670
Organic Baby & Toddler Snack Sampler 12 count – Contains 3 – 5 count cartons of tractor wheels all three flavors – Case 10810003513694
Organic Ultimate Snack Sampler 15 count – Contains 3 – 5 count cartons of tractor wheels all three flavors – Case 10810003513687
The decision to recall these products was based on three consumer complaints that were reported to FDA for choking. No injuries have been reported to date. We are working with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) to make sure affected products are removed as the company works on reformulating and families have the information they need.
Coral Gables, FL – Snack Right Super Foods, Inc., doing business as Brad’s Raw Chips, is recalling certain Brad’s Plant Based Crunchy Kale (2 oz) and Brad’s Veggie Chips Kale (3 oz) products because they may contain thallium.
Thallium (Tl) is a naturally occurring metal found in the soil and in sulfur-based minerals. It can be taken up by plants and vegetables, particularly those in the Brassicaceous family (i.e., cabbage, radish). Acute or chronic exposure to thallium at relatively high levels can result in serious adverse health effects, including gastroenteritis, damage to peripheral nerves, and alopecia (hair loss).
The products were distributed nationwide through KeHE Distributors and United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI), and sold directly to five individual consumers. Approximately 25,000 bags (about 2,097 cases) of the recalled products are estimated to be in commerce. Distribution occurred between October 2025 and December 2025.
As the fall athletic season comes to a close, following last night’s football All-Star meeting, Coudersport would like to take a moment to recognize our athletes who earned All-Star honors throughout the season, as well as those who reached impressive individual milestones.
📸 FALL ALL-STARS
Congratulations to the following athletes who were selected to their respective league All-Star teams!
(Left to right)
Eli Powell – DIX Football League, Region 4 Defensive Line All-Star
Ella Wahlers – North Tier Volleyball League All-Star
Lucas Risser – DIX Football League, Region 4 Offensive Line All-Star
Chase Wahlers – North Penn’s Woods Golf League All-Star
Christian Driskell – DIX Football League, Region 4 Running Back All-Star
Gavin Roessner – Upper Allegany Valley Soccer League All-Star
Also recognized but not pictured:
Aubrey Lagrua – North Penn’s Woods Golf League All-Star
Caleb Wonderly – DIX Football League, Region 4 Punter All-Star
While team success is always the primary focus of Coudersport athletics, we also believe it’s important to recognize the individual accomplishments that take place throughout the season. These milestones are a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and commitment our athletes bring to their respective sports.
📸 INDIVIDUAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
(Left to right)
Christian Driskell (Football) – Christian surpassed the 1,000-yard rushing mark, finishing the season with an impressive 1,022 yards during the final game against Cameron County.
Lucas Risser (Football) – Lucas was named Region 4 Offensive Lineman of the Year in the DIX Football League, a tremendous recognition of his performance and contribution to the team.
Elle Wahlers (Volleyball) – Elle surpassed the 1,500-set milestone, finishing with approximately 1,565 sets while serving as an important team leader throughout the season.
Delaney Wahlers (Volleyball) – Delaney anchored the back row for the Lady Falcons, surpassing the 1,000-dig milestone and finishing the season with 1,025 digs.
We are incredibly proud of all of our fall athletes and their accomplishments, both individually and as teammates. Whether earning All-Star recognition, reaching personal milestones, or contributing to team success, each of these athletes has represented Coudersport with pride.
Congratulations to all of our Falcons! Your hard work does not go unnoticed. 💙🤍
A long-standing Coudersport tradition continued on October 31, 2026, as the Coudersport Rotary Halloween Parade brought the community together for an evening of Halloween festivities. More than 200 participants joined the celebration, with imaginative and unusual costumes that have made the parade a beloved local tradition.
The entire town embraced the Halloween spirit, with storefronts featuring creatively decorated Halloween windows and the Coudersport Theatre showing a vintage Halloween movie. The costumed Coudersport High School Marching Band added to the excitement by playing spooky music as they marched along the parade route.
The parade began on East Third Street and ended in the parking lot behind the Gunzburger building. Members of the Coudersport Police and Fire departments participated, helping keep the streets clear of traffic and marking the beginning and end of the parade. Students from the Coudersport High School Interact Club joined Rotarians in keeping the event organized and walking the parade route, helping ensure the festivities ran smoothly.
Coudersport Rotarians handed out candy bars to all the children and other parade participants. Rotarians awarded cash prizes for funny and scary costumes in three categories: singles, doubles and groups.
The Halloween celebration continued a cherished community tradition, bringing together families, local businesses, community organizations and spectators for a memorable evening that kicked off the Halloween celebration.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development published the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFH-G) – Income Producing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Provisions Final Rule to expand housing options for rural homebuyers. This rule allows lenders to offer USDA-guaranteed home loans on properties that include an income-producing ADU. The rule further clarifies borrowers may finance properties with non-commercial features designed to support home-based operations.
Bear Bear wandered off this afternoon. He is blind. If anyone sees him, please call 781-603-3109. We are up at Coudersport storage. He is not mean at all. He needs his meds because he has seizures. Please call if you see him. He has never been outside all night.
November in-person and telephonic/virtual hearings will gather comment on companies’ joint application to transfer UGI’s electric utility operations to Argo
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today reminded consumers that it will hold four public input hearings in November to gather public comment on the joint application of UGI Utilities Inc. (UGI) and Argo Infrastructure Partners LLC (Argo) to transfer UGI’s electric utility operations to Argo.
On June 24, 2026, UGI and Argo filed a joint application with the Commission seeking the appropriate approvals to allow UGI to transfer its electric utility operations to an Argo-controlled entity as well as to cease and abandon the ownership and operation of its utility assets and retail electric service in Pennsylvania.
UGI’s Electric Division currently serves more than 63,000 electric customers in northeastern Pennsylvania – with a service area anchored by roughly 2,700 miles of transmission and distribution lines and 14 substations located in Luzerne and Wyoming counties.
Argo, a Delaware limited liability company, is an independent infrastructure investment management firm with a history of acquiring and man…
The Disciplinary Board honors the necessity for transparency in its work and service to both the public and the profession. The Board encourages you to observe its public disciplinary and reinstatement hearings, oral arguments, and public reprimands on the Board’s YouTube channel. You can also view “Upcoming Public Proceedings” at the bottom of the Board’s home page.
Scheduled proceedings begin at 9:30 am unless otherwise noted. Click the date of a given proceeding to access its livestream.
HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) announced three recent confirmations to its Board of Game Commissioners, including commissioners Dr. Michael Mitrick, York County; Haley Sankey, Blair County; and Allen DiMarco, Lycoming County. All were appointed by Gov. Josh Shapiro and confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate this year to serve second terms as commissioners through 2030.
“Members of the Board of Game Commissioners have an important role in the work of our agency,” said Game Commission Executive Director Steve Smith. “On behalf of the Game Commission staff, we appreciate the time, passion, and work our commissioners share to help manage wildlife here in Pennsylvania.”
Kick off holiday shopping online while supporting local artisans!!
Saturday, November 7th is this year’s date for the PA Wilds Makers Market, an annual online shopping event that features local artists from the 13-county region. The 24-hour period is the region’s official kick-off for promoting local gifts for the holiday season. Customers can visit Shop.PAWilds.com/Makers-Market to shop directly from the 14 participating artists who are offering special deals, new products and more for the signature event. In addition to the participating artists, shoppers will be able to find products from 40 sellers on the PA Wilds Marketplace all in one place, from the comfort of home. Some promotions being offered by Makers during the event include free shipping on select products, discounts, gift with purchase, bundles, and new product launches. Shoppers can “find their next WILD thing” and feel good knowing their purchase is supporting small businesses and the PA Wilds communities.
A technology driven manufacturing company is investing $100 million in its St. Marys, Pennsylvania, facility to expand its production capabilities.
The Planned expansion will enhance the sites ability to purify coat and produce high purity graphite, materials essential to the nuclear energy and semiconductor industries.
The investment will also strengthen the facility’s role in the domestic supply chain, supporting advanced manufacturing and energy production across the United States.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the second person arrested by the McKean County Drug Task Force in a raid on January 8th has been sentenced to state prison.
Dawn BUTERBAUGH appeared at a sentencing hearing on October 29th at the courthouse and was sentenced by the judge to a period in state prison for not less than 26 months to up to 64 months for Conspiracy Delivery of a Controlled Substance (5 deliveries of cocaine) and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. BUTERBAUGH and her co-conspirator, Daivd DICKINSON, resided at a residence on Pike Street in Bradford. Detectives with the McKean County Drug Task Force learned of drug trafficking occurring at the residence and began an investigation which resulted in the execution of a search warrant in January.
After the initial arrests of the pair, DICKINSON was additionally charged with Contraband inside a Prison. He was sentenced on October 9th on both cases to serve at least 55 months to up to 120 months plus one year of supervision in state prison.
McKean County Drug Task Force Detectives Kolin Strawcutter and Seth Shephard were the lead investigators on the case.
The complaints filed against the pair charged that, on November 13th, 2025, November 21st, 2025, December 3rd, 2025, January 5th, 2026, and January 8th, 2026, DICKINSON and/or BUTERBAUGH, working together, communicated via communication device with an informant working under the surveillance of the McKean County Drug Task Force. The pair is accused of working together to commit the crimes over a period of time from November 13, 2025, and January 8, 2026. The sale of cocaine was the object of the conspiracy. An 8 year old child was in the vicinity of the drug activity.
If you suspect illegal drug activity, please call McKean County Chief County Detective Ryan Yingling at the District Attorney’s Office (814) 887-3312 or McKeanDA.org
The Northern Tier Community Action Corp. is celebrating 60 years of service to the residents of Cameron, Elk, McKean, and Potter counties. Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) presented a House citation honoring the achievement, sponsored by him and Rep. Mike Armanini (R-Elk/Clearfield). Pictured from left are Causer, the Rev. Paul Siebert; Tony Moscato, president of the board; Shawn McAulay, deputy executive director; and David Greene, executive director.
Check out this McKean County Community Foundation Scholarship Spotlight featuring 2017 Kane Area School District alumnus Sarah Carlson. We want to extend our sincere thanks to Sarah for sitting down with us to share the meaningful work the McKean County Conservation District is doing to advance agriculture and environmental education in our community.
