As the summer days wind down, it’s crucial for parents to ensure their children are ready to tackle the new school year with healthy mind and body. A smooth transition from summer break to school days can be challenging for both kids and parents. While it’s important to stock up on the school supplies and new clothes, it’s also necessary for his or her well-being to establish healthy routines that will benefit your child. Now is the time to do so. Below are few tips to help your child get ready for the new school year.
Photo Caption: L-R Emily Stothart, Employee in Charge; Frank Carter, volunteer; Carol Dodge, Pantry and Office Coordinator; Shawn Knauer, volunteer
Belmont, NY – Today, volunteers from the Allegany County Democratic Committee delivered more than a dozen bags of non-perishable food and personal care items collected at their recent “Coffee with Democrats” event. This service project is one of the ways the Democratic Committee lives its motto: “Serving our Community.”
Cameron County: Authorization # 1495912 has been updated on 8/20/2024.
Elk County: Authorization # 1496049 had started the following major task: Completeness Review on 8/20/2024. Authorization # 1496050 had started the following major task: Completeness Review on 8/20/2024.
Lycoming County: Authorization # 1487437 has been updated on 8/20/2024. Authorization # 1487446 has been updated on 8/20/2024. Authorization # 1495856 has been updated on 8/20/2024.
McKean County: Authorization # 1495592 has been updated on 8/20/2024. Authorization # 1495841 had completed the following major task: Completeness Review on 8/20/2024. Subfacility ID=198503 Name=MCKEAN CNTY LDFL eMapPA search Authorization # 1495841 had completed the following major task: Technical Review on 8/20/2024. Subfacility ID=198503 Name=MCKEAN CNTY LDFL eMapPA search Authorization # 1495841 had completed the following sub-task: Send Predenial Ltr/Receive Response on 8/20/2024. Subfacility ID=198503 Name=MCKEAN CNTY LDFL eMapPA search
Tioga County: Authorization # 1495918 has been updated on 8/20/2024.
Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will once again host his annual Senior Citizens Expo in Kane to provide area seniors and their family members and caregivers convenient access to a wide range of information in one convenient location.
The expo will be held on Friday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kane Community Center, 46 Fraley St., Kane.
“There are so many programs and services available to support our senior citizens, but it still can be difficult for people to find the help they need,” Causer said. “I hope area seniors will take advantage of the opportunity to gather a lot of helpful information in one place.”
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.
Penn State Extension’s Master Watershed Steward program will hold its fifth annual native tree and shrub sale this fall in 27 locations across the state. As a fundraiser for the program, the sale offers 18 varieties of native trees and shrubs. Orders are being accepted through Aug. 28, with curbside pickup available in Potter County on September 21st & 22nd.
(Pictured: Rotary District 7360 Governor Pam Wagoner and Coudersport Rotary Club President Andrea Streich)
Coudersport Rotary Club hosted a special visit from Rotary District Governor Pamela Wagoner at our August 19, 2024 meeting. Pam spoke about the “Magic of Rotary” and presented Coudersport Rotary President Andrea Streich with a flag and a magic wand representing the Magic.
PHOTO: In 2023, the Ridgway Fire Department purchased equipment for training their volunteers with funds from a Borough of Ridgway Charitable Fund grant held at the Elk County Community Foundation. Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 granting cycle. Deadline to submit is September
The Elk County Community Foundation is accepting applications through September 15 for Borough of Ridgway Charitable Fund grants. The purpose of the fund is to provide support to organizations that contribute to the quality of life of the residents of the Borough of Ridgway.
Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that a job fair will be held for those seeking employment with the department in Montour County.
The job fair will be held Wednesday, August 28, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the following location:
August 21 – UPDATE: PennDOT Provides Updates on Flood Damage Associated with Hurricane Debby in North Central PA
Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), District 3, provides an update on flood damage, planned work, and long-term closures due to extensive flooding that occurred throughout the district on August 9.
The concert will be on the outdoor stage located on the Central Avenue side of the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. Audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and sit on the grassy area in front of the outdoor stage or on Central Avenue, which will be closed to traffic between Main Street and the Warehouse Theatre from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 30. If weather becomes an issue, this free concert will be moved indoors into the Deane Center’s Coolidge Theatre.
Photo by John Eaton Eggs are served at this year’s Sunday, May 26 Canyon Pilots Association Memorial Day Weekend All-You-Can-Eat Fly-In Breakfast.
The Canyon Pilots Association Labor Day Weekend All-You-Can-Eat Fly-In Breakfast is Next Sunday, Sept. 1 from 8 a.m. to noon indoors at the corporate hangar at the Grand Canyon Regional Airport in Delmar Township at 112 Runway Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
Cold Chocolate includes Ariel Bernstein on drums and banjo and Ethan Robbins on guitar and mandolin.
At 6 p.m. this Friday, August 23, Cold Chocolate will close the Free Deane Center Outdoor Summer Concert Series on the outdoor stage at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. The outdoor stage is located on the Central Avenue side of the building.
At 7:30 p.m. next Thursday, Aug. 29, Greggie and The Jets, “the most authentic sounding Elton John Tribute Band ever,” will present the first concert of the fall season in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
The fall season concerts are being sponsored by Ward Manufacturing and C&N.
The nonprofit continues to work alongside other agencies to provide food, clothing and flood cleanup kits to impacted communities and those working to remediate the damages.
TIOGA COUNTY, Pa. (Aug. 21, 2024) — When the remnants of Hurricane Debby swept through Tioga and Potter Counties, Pennsylvania, residents and businesses found themselves overwhelmed by floodwaters and damage. The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) responded to these disasters immediately, providing hope and help to all in need.
Cameron County: Authorization # 1495912 had started the following major task: Completeness Review on 8/19/2024.
Lycoming County: Authorization # 1495713 has been updated on 8/19/2024. Authorization # 1495801 has been updated on 8/19/2024. Subfacility ID=761963 Name=STORMWATER OUTFALL 002 eMapPA search Subfacility ID=291469 Name=TREATED EFFLUENT OUTFALL 001 eMapPA search
Tioga County: Authorization # 1494512 has been updated on 8/19/2024. Authorization # 1494582 disposed on 8/16/2024. Authorization # 1494582 has been updated on 8/19/2024. Authorization # 1494588 disposed on 8/16/2024. Authorization # 1494588 has been updated on 8/19/2024. Authorization # 1495804 has been updated on 8/19/2024.
Bradford, PA – On Tuesday, representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), and the Highway Safety Network (HSN) gathered with safety partners from ARG Refining Group at the company’s Bradford facility to highlight the importance of pedestrian and crosswalk safety. They were additionally joined by safety partners including law enforcement officers from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Bradford City Police, Bradford Township Police, and Foster Township Police.
ARG employees utilize a crosswalk on Route 46 (Kendall Avenue) in Bradford to travel between their parking area and their facility each day. ARG management recently reached out to PennDOT, HSN, and Bradford City Police to coordinate efforts to maintain the highest possible standards of safety for those employees and the traveling public.
You know a species is facing hard times when an upgrade in status brings it only up to the “endangered” level. But that’s been the fate of the common tern in Pennsylvania.
The monthly Young Artisan Class, with Laurie Angood, will be held on Thursday, August 22, from 3 – 4:30 pm. This month students have the option to choose their paint and canvases to create something from their own design. Appropriate for Grades 2 through 6. Supplies and snacks provided. Price of the class is $25.00.
Route 11 Closed in Montour Township, Columbia County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that Route 11 is closed in both directions between Division Street and Welliver Drive in Montour Township, Columbia County, due to a vehicle crash.
A detour using local roads is in place. Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area.
Roadway Improvement Project Continues on Route 414 and Blockhouse Road in Liberty Borough, Tioga County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a two-year roadway improvement project continues on Water Street (Route 414), Blockhouse Road (Route 2005), and Williamson Road (Route 2007) in Liberty Borough and Liberty Township, Tioga County.
Water Street is now open to traffic. The contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, continues work with stream relocation between Blockhouse Road and North Penn Liberty High School. Motorists can expect a single lane condition with flaggers while work is being performed.
Motorists should be alert, expect delays in travel and drive with caution.
Glenn O. Hawbaker is the prime contractor for this two-year $6.2 million roadway improvement project. Work on this project includes drainage work on Route 414 (High Street/Water Street) and Blockhouse Road, roadway reconstruction, retaining wall, sidewalks, curbing, and resurfacing of 1.7 miles of Williamson Road. Work is expected to be complete in November of 2025, weather permitting. Motorists can expect a winter shut down between construction seasons.
