NEWS

HARRISBURG, Pa. (September 28) – With the fall season arriving across Pennsylvania, some fantastic stocked trout fishing opportunities are approaching on dozens of waterways!

Beginning the week of October 2, 2023, and continuing through mid-December, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) will stock approximately 117,500 hatchery-raised adult Rainbow, Brown, and Brook Trout in 119 stream sections and lakes.  These stockings will immediately replenish some of the most popular fishing spots across the Commonwealth and provide ice fishing opportunities as conditions allow throughout the winter.

“Anglers who spend time on the water during the fall season, especially, are surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery and comfortable temperatures of the year,” said Robert Brown, PFBC Deputy Director of Field Operations.  “The enjoyment of fishing on a stream or lake in fall and winter can be even more enjoyable when you plan your adventure around stocked trout fishing opportunities.  The chance to catch stocked trout complements the world-class wild trout fisheries that also come alive around the same time the leaves start changing colors.”

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced today that a total of 1,217 applicants have applied for the Academy since college credit requirements for the position of trooper were removed one month ago. In comparison, 1,745 applications were received during the previous hiring cycle, which was open for a full six months.

Of those 1,217 applications, 524 were from applicants who hold a high school diploma or equivalency and previously would not have been eligible.

Deadline to Apply November 1^st, 2023

Bradford, PA — The United Way of the Bradford Area is currently accepting applications for the fourth quarter of Quarterly Impact funding for 2023.

Eligible non-profit agencies may submit a request for up to $1,500 for Quarterly Impact funds to be released on December 1, 2023.  Awards will be given to programs or initiatives with the potential to make an immediate impact on the local community while being essential to the agency’s mission.  Priority will be given to those who have not received prior funding, who have supplied all necessary documentation, and who request funding for programmatic costs.

It’s Spirit Week at Port Allegany High School as they prepare for Homecoming 2023, Saturday, September 30th. 

Theme for this year’s Homecoming is Disco.  Friday activities include the Homecoming Parade at 6 p.m.  Lineup is at the Boro Building with the parade route going to Main Street, Arnold Avenue and Mill Street to the football field parking lot. 

Following the parade, there will be a bonfire. 

The Junior High Homecoming Dance will take place from 7:30 – 9:30 in the Auxiliary Gym at the school  Tickets are available at the door at a cost of $5.

Saturday, the Gators will take on the Kane Wolves with kick-off at 1:30.  The Port Allegany Marching Gator Band will do a pre-game performance at 1:15. Kick-off will be at 1:30.  A ceremony will be held at half-time to introduce the court and crown the King and Queen. 

The Grand March will kick off the Senior High Homecoming Dance at 7:00 p.m. where the King and Queen will be presented. 

The public is welcome to attend the Grand March from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. 

Homecoming activities are sponsored by the PAHS Student Council.

Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the appointment of Alan Johnson as the Park Operations Manager of the Kinzua Bridge State Park Complex in McKean County.

“Alan is a strong, steady leader with a mind for protecting natural habitats and native plants,” Dunn said. “I believe he will be a tremendous asset to the Kinzua Bridge State Park Complex and the surrounding community, and look forward to seeing his dedication in action in this new role.”

Johnson enjoys interacting with park visitors and educating them on the importance of proactive habitat management.

He noted that state parks provide positive examples of native plantings and habitat improvements the public can follow on their own lands, regardless of the size of their property. Read more..

Carl M. Ripley, 75, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023 at UPMC Wellsboro.

Born September 26, 1947, in Elmira, NY, he was a son of the late Allen and Iva (Draper) Ripley. Carl was a graduate of Elmira Southside High School and was a Veteran, having served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

On April 22, 1983 in Coudersport, PA, he married the former Margie Snyder, who survives.

Carl owned and was an agent at Nationwide Insurance in Coudersport and then later, owned Carl Ripley Insurance in Ormond Beach, FL.

Knoxville-Deerfield Vol. Fire Company

MSG: DISPATCHED: 09/27/23 06:22:35

MVAI : MVA WITH INJURIES

5166 ROUTE 49, DEERFIELD

Dept 6,14,25,7A(ambulance), Wellsboro hospital medics dispatched for a MVA. Rescue 6-8, Chief 6-20 arrived on scene to find one vehicle, off the roadway, hit a pole and a tree. Rescue crew began to assess the patient for injuries.

Rescue crew did not find any apparent or serious injuries. Due to the mechanism of injury command kept both BLS and ALS responding. Engine 6-2 setup traffic control on the west side of the incident. Rescue 14-8, Chief 14-10 and 20 responded and setup traffic control on the east side of the incident.

Units responding were: Rescue 6-8, Engine 6-2

Members responding were: Chief D. Bloom, Asst Chief R. Bloom, Asst Chief M. Bloom, Captain I. Druetto, FF J. Peet, FF T. Cline, FF S. Zerby, and probationary member R. Burrell.

Please slow down when seeing emergency personnel at the scene of an emergency

Thank you to dept 14 for their mutal aid assistance and to all responders!

Painting with Jessie is fun and relaxing! In this holiday series, professional watercolorist Jessie Vaughn will teach you how to paint beautiful holiday plaques or Christmas cards. No previous experience in watercolors is needed, as Jessie is comfortable teaching all levels.

Choose one of the following 1.5-hour classes (or sign up for more than one!):

• Leaves with Thanksgiving sayings – Plaque size 8” x 16”
• Fall leaves – Frameable 8” x10” or 11”x 14”
• Christmas saying – Plaque 8” x16”
• Selection of 4 Christmas cards you can paint

All plaques and prints are unframed, but Jessie will help you wax them to preserve them. All are sized-to-fit frames available from Amazon, Walmart, Michaels, etc.

Class times are Wednesday, October 25^th from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., 5:30 – 7:00 p.m., or Thursday, October 26^th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. The cost is $25/person for each class, and all supplies are provided. Classes will be held at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. Class size is limited, so register ASAP at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877. If you have a group of 6 – 10 people who would like to have your own class, call (814) 274-4877 to arrange a date and time.