Austin Food Pantry Fall Fundraiser Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023
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Penn College has new wrestling affiliation
As the fall sports seasons continue for Pennsylvania College of Technology athletes, there was news on the wrestling front this past week with the announcement of a new conference affiliation.
Starting this season, Penn College will be a member of the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference.
The Wildcats join full-time member institutions from Alfred State College, Pitt-Bradford, Penn State Behrend and fellow affiliate member Hiram College.
The conference will add a sixth member when Penn State Altoona’s program begins in 2024-25.
1 Dead; 8 Injured in Mass Shooting In Indiana County, PA
INDIANA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — State Police are investigating a mass shooting that killed one person and injured eight early Sunday morning in Indiana County.
Troopers from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) along with local police department and EMS personnel responded to a shooting that took place around 12:35 a.m. on Oct. 8. The shooting happened at the Chevy Chase Community Center along 5th Avenue in White Township, according to PSP.
When Troopers arrived they learned that nine people were shot, with one person being pronounced dead at the scene.
While names are being withheld at this time state police released the following information regarding the victims.
A 22-year-old man from Pittsburgh was killed in the shooting. An 18-year-old man from Chicago, IL, is in critical condition. Read more…….
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed for Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s DayHoliday
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, October 7, 2023, through Monday, October 9, 2023, in observance of the Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day holiday.
UPMC Expert: Restore Your Pelvic Floor
Shari Berthold, DPT
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, UPMC
Are you nervous to sneeze or laugh too hard? Have you stopped running, jumping, or other certain physical movements because you fear leaking? You are not alone. Urinary incontinence affects about 50% of adult women and up to 10% of adult men, with percentages increasing with age. Other symptoms of pelvic floor disorders including bladder issues, bowel problems, sexual dysfunction, and pain. Although a few of these symptoms may be common, they should not be considered normal.
What’s the Pelvic Floor?
Bradford Area Public Library Hosts Inaugural Celebration of Library Heroes
Save the date for the Bradford Area Public Library’s inaugural Celebration of Library Heroes fundraiser, to take place on Thursday, November 2 at the Bradford Club. The festivities get underway at 5:30 PM with a social hour with acoustic music provided by Jim Ronan, followed by a buffet-style dinner at 6:30 PM and the presentation of awards rounding out the evening. Tickets are $40 each or two for $70 and are available for purchase at the library.
“Cooking safety starts with YOU!”
“Cooking safety starts with YOU! Pay attention to fire prevention” as official theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14, 2023
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ for more than 100 years —has announced “Cooking safety starts with YOU! Pay attention to fire prevention TM”as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14, 2023. This year’s focus on cooking safety works to educate the public about simple but important steps they can take to help reduce the risk of fire when cooking at home, keeping themselves and those around them safe.
According to NFPA, cooking is the leading cause of home fires, with nearly half (49 percent) of all home fires involving cooking equipment; cooking is also the leading cause of home fire injuries. Unattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires and related deaths. In addition, NFPA data shows that cooking is the only major cause of fire that resulted in more fires and fire deaths in 2014-2018 than in 1980-1984.
BILL ROBERTSON TO TALK ABOUT JOINING PARANORMAL GROUP AND SHARE NEW GHOST TALES
At 1 p.m. this coming Tuesday, Oct. 10, Bill Robertson of Duke Center in McKean County, Pa. will talk about joining a paranormal group and share new ghost tales during the free Golden Afternoons program being held in the Deane Center lobby at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. Refreshments will be provided.
Golden Afternoons is free and open to adults, 55 and older.
Allegany, Westons Tech Rescue Requested to Ellicottville
At 8:00 PM on Saturday, Ellicottville Fire has requested Allegany & Westons Mills technical rescue teams to assist with a woman who has fallen into a 12 foot deep hole with injuries near the Catholic Church in Ellicottville.
Allegany & Westons RECALLED.
Shinglehouse Ambulance to Elm Street
At 7:51 PM on Saturday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been called to Elm Street for difficulty breathing.
PENNSYLVANIA BEAR SEASONS HOLD PROMISE
If you hunt Pennsylvania black bears, maybe for years without harvesting one, now is not the time to give up hope.
It’s true the odds of tagging a bear can seem long. Only somewhere between 1.5% and 2.5% of bear license holders get a bear in any given year.
But bears are again plentiful and widespread across Pennsylvania, with an estimated 15,000 roaming the woods. The 2023 seasons are long and varied, offering lots of opportunities, including hunting on three Sundays. And history shows there’s always reason for optimism.
PFBC DEDICATES NEW MUNCY BOAT ACCESS
PFBC DEDICATES NEW MUNCY BOAT ACCESS IN MEMORY OF LATE STATE REPRESENTATIVE GARTH EVERETT
Today, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) celebrated the opening of the newly constructed Muncy Boat Access in Muncy Creek Township, Lycoming County. The access along the West Branch Susquehanna River was dedicated to the memory of the late Representative Garth Everett who died in January of 2023 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Everett served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for 14 years and advocated for sportsman’s issues in the 84th District and as a member of the Chesapeake Bay Commission.
The former Muncy Access was closed in July 2016 due to unsafe conditions caused by the accumulation of sediment from a nearby creek, which created a sandbar at the old boat launch. The new boat launch has been constructed safely downstream, with a new access road connected to the existing parking lot.
Representative Everett is credited with securing funds for the project, which cost approximately $356,000.
Vote Your Favorite Section of the Band
Lillianne Reed of the Port Allegany High School Marching Gator Band is pictured with the Vote Your Favorite Section Board that can be found at the Concession Stand during the home football games.
Votes are a penny each and can be made by placing your donation in the envelope of your favorite section. Proceeds from the contest will go to the Music Boosters. Be sure to stop by the Concession Stand today during the Senior Day game and support the Music Boosters and the members of the Marching Band!!
Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Fall Antique & Collectible Show Saturday & Sunday
Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8, 2023
Rain or Shine, 9 AM to 5 PM
$8.00/ Adult, $5.00/ Youth (ages 4 to 11)
This year’s Fall Antique Show & Sawmill Run will be held on Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th. Northern Pennsylvania typically reaches peak fall foliage conditions around this time so the forests surrounding the museum will (hopefully) be decked in rich and beautiful colors.
The Antique Show features multiple antique vendors who will be selling their wares in the museum program room. Our vendors have a little bit of everything, including antique tools, vintage clothing, collectible coins, glassware, books, and furniture. Vendors open 9am-5pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase. No ATM is available on site so plan your visit accordingly.
Outside, the museum grounds will come alive with historic trade demonstrations. On Saturday 10/7 (ONLY) the engines of our steam-powered circular sawmill will be running from 10 AM to 3 PM. Other demonstrations will be happening over both days of the event at the birch still, lumber camp kitchen, blacksmith shop, and the Eastern Loggers model railroad display.
It’s a great time to visit the museum. Hope to see you there!
North Central Supply And the “Shops of Quarterwest”
Top freezer refrigerators starting at $599…top load washers and dryers starting at $499….
Lumber… plywood….
Foam board insulation sheets (4×8) … starting @ $17.50…
Save money and make the drive to Galeton!
7th Annual Fall Harvest Day Sponsored By The AMEIA October 7th
The 7th Annual Fall Harvest Day Event sponsored by the AMEIA (Allegheny Mountain Engine and Implement Association) will be held Saturday, October 7 at the AMEIA grounds from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. located at 4783 Route 155 in Port Allegany. The public is invited to attend this special event featuring hands-on activities such as apple cider pressing and corn shelling; Antique displays of impletments, tractors and engines; hay rides, fresh produce sales, and more! Vendors are wanted and are requested to come at 9 a.m. to set up. Refreshments will be available.
The VFW Auxiliary will hold a Fall Vendor Event and Chicken Barbecue Saturday, October 7 In Port Allegany
The VFW Auxiliary is getting ready for tomorrow’s Vendor Event. The VFW Auxiliary will hold a Fall Vendor Event and Chicken Barbecue Saturday, October 7 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the VMI (Veterans Memorial, Inc.) located at 4743 Route 155 in Port Allegany. The BBQ begins at noon and the dinners are $12. In the case of inclement weather, the Vendor Event will be held in the Banquet Room at the VMI. For more info call Patty at 814-598-4642.
Gasbarre Donates to Dickinson Center’s St. Marys Construction Project
ST. MARYS, Pa (October 5, 2023)—Dickinson Center, Inc., an affiliate of Journey Health System, was recently awarded $10,000 toward their new building project in St. Marys from Gasbarre Products, Inc. located in DuBois, Pennsylvania.
“We are thankful for the generosity of Gasbarre. It demonstrates their commitment to the communities we jointly operate in, but also reinforces the vital connection between local businesses and the well-being of others,” said Jim Prosper, executive director at Dickinson Center, Inc. “We’re grateful for their gift, since it will directly impact the quality of care that Dickinson provides.”
Dickinson Center is in the process of building a new two-story, 12,000-square-foot facility within the lots along Railroad and Market streets. Integration of all Dickinson Center’s St. Marys programs into one building will not only increase service accessibility, but also increase organizational effectiveness while also bringing a positive transformation to downtown St. Marys.
Crack Sealing Project Continues Next Week on Multiple Routes in Lycoming and Tioga Counties
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a crack sealing project continues next week on multiple routes in Lycoming and Tioga counties.
The week of Sunday, October 8th, the contractor, Vestal Asphalt, will be crack sealing on Route 14 in Lewis and McIntyre townships, Route 405 in Muncy Borough and Clinton Township and Route 654 in Armstrong Township. Motorists can expect lane restrictions where work is being performed.
Work will be performed during normal daylight hours, weather permitting.
Additional work on this project includes the below routes in Lycoming and Tioga counties.
Lycoming County
Route 14 in Lewis and McIntyre townships
Route 220 in Porter and Piatt townships
Route 405 in the boroughs of Montoursville and Muncy; and Clinton Township
Route 654 in Armstrong Township
Tioga County
Route 287 in Lawrenceville Borough; and Tioga and Lawrence townships
Route 49 in Lawrenceville and Westfield boroughs; and Westfield and Deerfield townships
Route 249 in Middlebury Township
Route 660 in Richmond Township
Route 2005 in Blossburg Borough; Covington and Putnam townships
Penn State Ag Extension offices Funding in Jeopardy
Topper: House Democrats Shut Down Debate, Jeopardizing Millions for PA Farmers, Gardeners
HARRISBURG –Democrats interrupted Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) on the floor of the House late Wednesday night when he raised concerns about a procedural move that will jeopardize tens of millions of dollars for Penn State Ag Extension offices.
During debate on House Bill 1456, Topper voiced questions about a plan to skirt the constitutionally required 2/3 vote to fund the state-related universities – Lincoln, Penn State, Temple and the University of Pittsburgh. The bill would create a new grant program to provide state funding to the universities, but would not have released the more than $57 million earmarked for Penn State Extension
Capitol Update by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint)
 FacebookWebsiteBioLatest NewsState FormsPhoto GalleryContactCapitol UpdateFriday, October 6, 2023 The latest news from the State Capitol You are welcome to contact me through this link. Honoring a Dedicated Public Servant  I was honored to join in the official dedication ceremony for the Richard “Dick” Kallenborn Memorial Bridge on Lower Portage Road in Liberty Township last week. As a long-time member of the McKean County Planning Commission, Dick advocated for funding for many infrastructure projects, including the bridge now named in his honor. We were joined by members of the Kallenborn family, including Dick’s widow, Peggy, who cut the ribbon on the new bridge. Thank you to Liberty Township Supervisors Chairman Dick Brown for organizing the ceremony. It was a fitting tribute to a man who dedicated so much to our community. Tuition, Loan Assistance Available for Volunteer First Responders Working to help our communities recruit and retain vital first responders, the General Assembly last year established the Active Volunteer Tuition and Loan Assistance Program. Now accepting applications, the program is available to volunteers who reside in the Commonwealth and have been active volunteers in good standing for at least one year prior to applying. Applicants must also meet participation requirements and commit to serving as an active volunteer for at least five years after completing their education. The program provides up to $1,000 per academic year for full-time students and $500 for part-time students. For additional details or to apply for the program, click here. You’re Invited to the Potter County Senior Citizens Expo  Please join us on Friday, Oct. 13, for the Potter County Senior Citizens Expo! Open to senior citizens and their family members and caregivers, the event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Roulette Fire Hall, 12 River St., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is free to attend, and lunch will be provided. State, county and local exhibitors will be on hand to distribute information and answer questions about a variety of issues. Health screenings will also be offered, and door prize drawings will be held at 12:30 p.m. This is the final expo of the year so you don’t want to miss it! PLEASE NOTE: Due to the expo, my offices in Bradford and Coudersport will be closed all day on Friday, Oct. 13. The office in Kane will remain open and may be reached by calling 814-837-0880. Is Your License Plate Unreadable? We’ll Help You Replace It!  If you are dealing with an unreadable license plate on your vehicle, please join us on Thursday, Oct. 26, for an event to help you get that plate replaced at NO CHARGE. The event will be from 4-7 p.m. at the Lewis Run Volunteer Fire Department, 46 Main St., Lewis Run. State law requires PennDOT to replace license plates that are deemed illegible at no cost to the vehicle owner. A plate is considered illegible when one or more numbers or letters cannot be recognized from 50 feet away, typically due to blistering, peeling, discoloration, loss of reflectivity or other damage. The McKean County Sheriff’s Office will be on hand to view driver’s plates, and if the plates are deemed illegible, paperwork to start the replacement process will be completed. Those who plan to attend should bring their vehicle with the affected plate attached, along with their unexpired PA driver’s license and current vehicle registration card. Registration is requested and may be completed online at www.RepCauser.com/Events or by calling the Bradford office at 814-362-4400. Election Code Changes Would Bring Chaos Click here to view video. The House Democrat majority this week tried to force through major changes to the state’s election system, changes that would have sent county election offices into chaos and do nothing to restore faith and confidence in our election system. Late Wednesday evening, just before midnight, the Democrat-led House Appropriations Committee adopted a comprehensive, never-before-seen amendment to an Election Code bill. The amendment would have, among other things, implemented permanent mail-in voting. That means once a person applies for a mail-in ballot a single time, he or she would receive mail-in ballots in perpetuity and would have to jump through significant hoops to actually cast a ballot in person. Such an action further erodes the security and integrity of our elections. Rather than make the proposals available to the public for review, members of the committee received the amendment just minutes prior to the vote. Our elections are far too important for substantial changes to be made without time for public review and deliberation. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass the House, but a motion to reconsider the vote has been filed so it could be brought up again at any time. It’s time to work together to improve election integrity for the people of this Commonwealth through a comprehensive voter ID requirement. Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week Manufacturing is at the heart of our economy. Check out these key facts about the industry!  Grants Aim to Combat Drug, Alcohol Abuse  The Office of Attorney General is inviting local governments, nonprofit organizations, and community or parent groups to apply for funding through its Community Drug Abuse Prevention Grant Program. Projects should involve neighborhood-based events that provide education, prevention and/or intervention related to drug and alcohol abuse, including the violence and other consequences these substances can cause. For more information or to apply for a grant, click here. Farmers: Apply Now to Receive Free Legal Services  The Penn State Law Rural Economic Development Clinic is now accepting applications for its fall 2023 semester and is looking to assist farmers and agricultural businesses that are engaged in agritourism operations or the direct sale of agricultural products. To take advantage of this opportunity, interested individuals and organizations should send an email to Ross Pifer at rhp102@psu.edu, providing a detailed explanation of the specific legal services desired along with appropriate background information. Priority will be given to those applications received by Oct. 10. The clinic may not be able to provide services to all who request them but will do its best to serve the greatest number of clients possible. The clinic provides law students with practical legal experience in the food and agricultural sectors. Working under the close supervision of law faculty and staff attorneys who are licensed Pennsylvania attorneys, student attorneys can assist farmers and agricultural businesses in a variety of legal matters. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month  To honor those who have fought breast cancer or who are fighting it now, the fountain at the Pennsylvania State Capitol’s East Wing has been dyed pink again this year in recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, except for skin cancers. It represents about 30% of all new female cancers each year. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, second only to lung cancer. The pink fountain is also a reminder to all women of the importance of mammograms and early detection. People with low to moderate income who are uninsured or underinsured and meet certain age requirements may qualify for testing through the Pennsylvania Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. To learn about the program and eligibility, click here. PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed for Columbus Day Holiday  All PennDOT driver license and photo centers, including the Riverfront Office Center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, Oct. 7, through Monday, Oct. 9, in observance of Columbus Day. Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.pa.gov. |
Seneca Highlands CTC Student of the Week is Desirae Rounsville
The Seneca Highlands CTC Student of the Week is Desirae Rounsville. Desi is a third-year student in Homeland Security from Smethport.
Her instructor and peers have witnessed Desi grow tremendously as a student and as a young adult over the past three years. She was chosen as Student of the Week for her positive attitude and work ethic, which she displays daily in and out of class.
Desi is also a volunteer at the Smethport Volunteer Fire Department, where she puts to use the skills and knowledge gained in the Homeland Security program.
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to EQT ARO LLC in McIntyre Township, Lycoming County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 10/04/2023 to EQT ARO LLC in McIntyre Township, Lycoming 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: 2023-10-04 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Think About It
Scars
By
B.J. Knefley
Every morning when I stand before the mirror I am reminded of the scars on my body. Primarily the result of one surgery, they decorate my upper body and remind me of the blessing of life for without them I probably wouldn’t be here today. I have other scars too. Some you can’t see because the doctor painstakingly sewed me back together with such precision that they’re virtually invisible.
Scars are normal in life. They come in many ways. Some are planned, others are not. Some are seen, some are not. Regardless, they each tell a story. For example, I have one on my head that came as a result of being hit with a can full of rocks that a girl threw. We were swimming and diving for the can. I guess I got in the way of her throwing. The most difficult scars are the ones that came as the result of emotional trauma and deep woundedness. Those are hidden and out of sight and often we don’t want to bring them up because they’ve never healed.
I believe that it is those wounds, the wounds of the soul, that cause us the greatest stress and unhappiness. It is often the source of our fears, anxiety, worry, depression and anger to name just a few things that our hidden wounds and scars can produce. The question is always about what are you going to do with them? How they got there can’t be changed. We often feel alone in our struggles but ironically, we’re not alone. The things we feel are common. Healing doesn’t come by hoarding the feelings and emotions but letting them out. Setting the prisoner free is when we talk about the wound and scar. Amazingly it is like a healing salve. Telling others breaks the secret hold of shame, guilt, anger and other bent up emotions. In telling our story brings healing and freedom to others.
When we learn to celebrate the scars in our life, we receive freedom from their power. Rather than giving them power to take us down, we use that same power to lift us up. The choice, and it is always a choice, is ours. It starts a journey to a better place. Think about it.
