Free Radiation Safety Class
NEWS
PUC Urges Consumers to #CheckForID When Dealing with Door-to-Door or In-Person Energy Sales Agents
Offers Key Tips to Help Identify Legitimate Sales Agents and Avoid Deceptive, Misleading or High-Pressure Marketing Pitches
HARRISBURG – As in-person sales and marketing activities increase across Pennsylvania – driven by warmer weather and continuing fluctuations in energy prices – the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today is offering consumers key tips to help identify legitimate door-to-door energy sales agents and avoid potential scams.
“Pennsylvania has clear rules regarding energy sales practices, and the PUC encourages consumers to understand these important protections,” said Gladys Brown Dutrieuille, PUC Chairman. “PUC regulations provide consumers with essential tools to help recognize deceptive sales practices and avoid falling victim to unscrupulous sales agents.”
Tip #1: Always #CheckForID
Pennsylvania’s regulations for energy sales and marketing require agents who conduct door-to-door activities, or appear at public events, to wear badges that clearly identify themselves and the supplier they are working for.
Identification badges for energy sales agents must include the following:
- Accurate identification of the supplier, including its trade name and …
Motorcycle Ride to Benefit Wellsboro Shared Home
Wellsboro Shared Home, 27 Bacon Street, Wellsboro, announces a motorcycle benefit ride on June 25, 2023. The starting point will be Eisenhauer’s Tioga County-Harley Davidson, 2911 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, with registration beginning at 9am at their pavilion. Kickstands up by 11:00am. Drivers’ donation is $20; passengers’ $10. All proceeds will benefit Wellsboro Shared Home and her residents.
Participating and co-hosting the event are members of First Baptist Church of Wellsboro. Mr. Eduardo Macias, Vice President of the Williamsport chapter of Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA) has invited his and other chapters to raise money for the residents at Wellsboro Shared Home. Macias states, “I joined about 6 years ago. I used to travel all over the country because of my job, and I couldn’t join CMA because I wasn’t staying at the same place for a long period of time. Once I found a good place to stay like Wellsboro, I was surprised that there was a chapter in Williamsport, so I joined.
I love to be part of CMA, the fellowship, the things discussed in our meetings, the enthusiasm of our leaders, meeting other CMA-ers, the mission…and of course, the rides. I always did enjoy riding for the ability to see more and breathe the different country smells, etc.
The mission attracted me the most, reaching out to the unsaved, bikers in particular.”
CMA’s vision is changing the world, one heart at a time. We will accomplish our vision through:
- Evangelistic outreach primarily, but not exclusively, to the motorcycling community
- Run for the Son, where we will partner with ministries with world-reaching potential
- Equipping our members in ministry training that aligns itself with Biblical truths
- A servant’s attitude to the world and our members (i.e. Here if you need us)
- Quality products that aid in evangelistic outreach
- An efficient Support Center team
CMA’s mission is to inspire our leaders and members to be the most organized, advanced, equipped, financially stable organization, full of integrity in the motorcycling industry and the Kingdom of God.
“We hope that all riders from all walks join us Sunday, June 25th because our elders deserve the best care as they take the step of moving from their own home into a loving, safe, personal care home” says Wendy Reber, Asst. Administrator. Please call 570-724-2300 or email sharedhm@ptd.net for further information. ####
After-School Programs at Port Allegany Elementary School
Students at Port Allegany Elementary School have enjoyed several after school programs thanks to local professional photographer and paraprofessional at PAES Elizabeth Valentine. Mrs. Valentine wanted to start some creative driven based afterschool programs for elementary students at PAES. She has a passion for the performing and visual arts and wanted to share her knowledge and show students how to look outside the box and get creative with the world around them. She also wanted to encourage them to explore creativity through photography. Her lessons included hands-on experience with lighting, perspective and color, posing, camera angles, set design and commercial and product photography. Students in 4th, 5th and 6th grades learned their lesson for the week and then went out into the school building and outdoors to experiment with photography. The classes included themes and scavenger hunts as well as photo challenges to make the lessons fun.
Each grade had 12-week sessions with Mrs. Valentine for photography. When the photography sessions ended, the after-school sessions focused on the performing arts(acting). Mrs. Valentine introduced her students to comedy improv, how to explore and channel emotions, to think about life experiences and how to get into a character. Mrs Valentine believes these skills greatly help students gather courage to be in front of people, respect their peers as they perform, think about different life experiences and how to channel them into a positive, healthy outlet on the spot. Also, the acting lessons build self-confidence and emotional awareness and reduce stress as well as giving the students a creative outlet to express themselves, The classes help students to understand how different emotions affect their body language and social and emotional well being through performances. Students were also taught how to apply special effects makeup and as importantly, how to properly remove makeup.
Mrs. Valentine hopes to expand her afterschool programs possibly starting school neswspapers at PAES and PAHS. The current programs have been well received by students, staff and parents who appreciate Mrs. Vaentine’s time and talents. The students had some of their photography featured in the 2023 Elementary Art Show.
Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs for the weekend of June 10th
Impromptus (Every Week):
- Friday evening – 7:30 PM – Park Info Walk
- You don’t even have to leave your campsite for this program! The park educator will be walking around the campground talking about camp safety, answering park questions, and handing out program flyers to all the campers!
- Saturday afternoon – 5:00 PM – Poolside Powwow
- Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow, so come join us and see!
- Sunday morning – 10:00 AM – Campground Round-Up
- Join the park educator for one more program, game, or activity before heading home – be on the lookout for her walking around!
Program Title: Dragonflies & Damselflies
Date: Saturday, June 10th
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Location: Environmental Learning Center
Description: Do you know the difference between a dragonfly and a damselfly? If not, come to this program and find out! Short talk followed by a craft session to make and take home your very own dragonfly!
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Program Title: Film in the Forest: Raptor Force
Date: Saturday, June 10th
Time: 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Location: Campground Amphitheater
Description: This program is going to highlight hawks, eagles, ospreys, and falcons, along with all their unique adaptations. Short talk followed by a movie afterwards – feel free to bring snacks and a blanket!
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Additional Information:
In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions programs may be moved or cancelled.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.
With a minimum of one week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events tab or go to https://events.dcnr.pa.gov. For more information or questions about programs at Sizerville State Park, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.
116th commencement of the Oswayo Valley High School June 2, 2023
OSWAYO VALLEY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
Shinglehouse, PA 16748
The 116th commencement of the Oswayo Valley High School was held on Friday, June 2, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. This year we were happy to graduate twenty-eight seniors.
The presentation of medals was made by Superintendent, Mr. Jed Hamberger. The Welcome Address was presented by Alexandria Bechelli, the recipient of the Third Honors Award. She is the daughter of John and Jade Bechelli of Shinglehouse, PA. Miss Bechelli will attend Jamestown Community College and major in Early Childhood Education.
The Commencement Address was given by Ella Malogrino, class valedictorian, daughter of Dale and Anita Norton of Shinglehouse, PA. Miss Malogrino will attend Slippery Rock University and major in Environmental Science.
Also giving a Commencement Address was class salutatorian, Jadyn Brabham, daughter of Eugene Brabham of Shinglehouse, PA and Crystal Pierce of Genesee, PA. Miss Brabham will attend State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota and major in Dental Hygiene.
Presentation of the class was made by Principal, Mr. Erich Zaun and diplomas were given to the students by Superintendent, Mr. Jed Hamberger and Board of Education Treasurer, Ms. Chloe Blauvelt.
Closing remarks were given by Sean McKean, Class President, son of Eric and Tricia McKean.
Music was provided by Mrs. Natalie Seely.
Awards and scholarships were announced by Monica Williams, School Counselor. Over $186,000 in scholarships sponsored by local organizations were made available to Oswayo Valley graduates.
The following students were awarded diplomas:
Titus J. Andress
Alexandria P. Bechelli
Cayden S. Black
Jadyn B. Brabham
Nathan R. Carpenter
Chris A. Clarke
Dillon H. Clarke
Liberty M. Enty
Nicholas V. Flamini
Makenzie T. Good
Zain M. Harvey
Tony J. Ingram
Victoria R. Johnson
Karielle D. Johnston
Avaree L. Kellert
Braeli N. Kinney
Aaron C. Leslie
Trinity F. Lundy
Ella M. Malogrino
Jillian H. Maurer
Sean E. McKean
Cheyenne A. Mehl
Allen M. Mertsock
Hayden D. Skiver
Lexie M. Stilson
Chase A. Whitman
John W. Wylie IV
Rachel I. Kurtz
Oswayo Valley Middle/High School Honor Roles Announced
June 2, 2023—SHINGLEHOUSE, PA. Mr. Erich Zaun, Principal, has announced that the following students, grades six through twelve, have been named to the Honor Roll for the fourth nine-week grading period at the Oswayo Valley Middle/High School. Students named to the High Honor Roll have maintained an average of 93% or above; while those on the Honor Roll have averaged 87% or above.
HIGH HONOR ROLL
GRADE 12: Alexandria Bechelli, Jadyn Brabham, Makenzie Good, Karielle Johnston, Avaree Kellert, Trinity Lundy, Ella Malogrino, Sean McKean, Lexie Stilson, John Wylie
GRADE 11: Nikolas Bonney, Khloe Carpenter, Olivia Cook, Hannah Cudzil, Madelynn Evingham, Maddison Gietler, Mallory Goodliff, Elexis Hagans, Alexis Kemp, Laci Miller-Geiger, Oai Linh Nguyen, Praylan Perkins, Lily Stedman, Holden Turek
GRADE 10: Charlotte Austin-Keech, Abram Cook, Layken Enty, Landon Flurschutz, Lauren Hedges, Sophia Komenda, Chloe Metcalf, Phinyaphat Senanooch, Madison Taylor, Rylee Thompson, Brooke Voorhees, Eva West
GRADE 9: Lucas Dickerson, Trevor Miller, John Mix, Soi Sang Nguyen, Rachel Rathbun, Mia Shaffer, Wynter Turek
GRADE 8: Elizabeth Freeman, Britany Louser, Sage McCleaft, Aubrey Resig, Dana Williams, Jenna Wylie
GRADE 7: Landon Enty, Bowen Taylor, Reese Thompson
GRADE 6: Lane West
HONOR ROLL
GRADE 12: Chris Clarke, Victoria Johnson, Jillian Maurer
GRADE 11: Naomi Mix
GRADE 10: Maddison Austin, Addison Bechelli, Jadyn Fleischman, MaKenna Manning, Shayden Mesler, Kael Parrish, Aidan Resig, Danielle Williams
GRADE 9: Braiden Bachand, Jude Colbey, KayLynn George, Luke Karr, Dain Lyons, Ridge Mesler, Kole Parrish, Lachlan Tabacheck
GRADE 8: Ella Bee, Travis Coriaty, Lillian Knowlton-Mesler
GRADE 7: Evalyn Abdo, Colden Bryant, Kaitlynn Costello, Olivia Fetzer, Makiah Jandrew, Triton Mascho, Porter Phillips, Jessica Pitts, Ainsley Tabacheck
GRADE 6: Joshua Hoffman, Rachael Long, Olivia Metcalf, David Mundt, Alec Resig, Heidi Schimp, Bella Smith, Kiley Torrence, Lyra West, Emily Wood
Senior Recognition Program at Oswayo Valley Middle/High School
Shinglehouse, PA 16748
June 3, 2023
Twenty-eight members of the Oswayo Valley Middle/High School Class of 2023 were recognized at the annual Senior Recognition Program Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at the middle/high school.
Special awards and scholarships were presented to selected seniors by representatives of several scholarship programs. Over $186,000 in scholarships sponsored by local organizations were made available to the Oswayo Valley graduates.
Scholarships and awards were presented to:
Alexandria Pearl Bechelli
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
OVTA Future Educator Scholarship
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
Alternate for:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 530
Jadyn Brooke Brabham Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Physical Education, sponsored by Oswayo Valley Support Staff
F. L. and Alice Donovan Memorial
Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle Scholarship
Major Lance Newton Memorial Scholarship
The Norton Scholarship Trust
OVTA Associate’s Degree Scholarship
Alternate for:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 530
Son’s of the American Legion Post 530 (In honor of Wade Garland)
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Chris Allen Clarke Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Learning Support, sponsored by Oswayo Valley Ministerium
Liberty Marie Enty Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Alternate for:
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
Nicholas Victor Flamini The Norton Scholarship Trust
Makenzie Taylor Good Wendy Ann Dean Memorial Scholarship
Eureka Chapter#52-Order of the Eastern Star
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
SYSBA Scholarship
Dr. & Allene Trushel Medical Scholarship
Alternate for:
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
Zain Michael Harvey Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Technology Education, sponsored by Wayne Paving, Inc.
Oswayo Valley Support Staff Award
Tony Joseph Ingram Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Life Skills, sponsored by Ram Forest Products
Victoria Rose Johnson Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Art, sponsored by Cabin Fever Candles
Karielle Daniella Johnston American Legion Post 530 Auxiliary
Son’s of the American Legion Post 530 (In honor of Wade Garland)
Bob Dunsmore Memorial Scholarship
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
OVTA Tech/Trade Degree Scholarship
Chris Shall Memorial
Charlotte Sutton Memorial Citizenship Award
Alternate for:
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
Avaree Lynn Kellert Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Social Studies, sponsored anonymously in the memory of Howard Gale
Bob Dunsmore Memorial Scholarship
Francis Hayward Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
Dylan Pesock Memorial Scholarship
Alternate for:
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Trinity Faith Lundy Christine Conner Memorial Scholarship
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Alternate for:
Denny Keech, Sr. Memorial
Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle Scholarship
Ella Madison Malogrino Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Science, sponsored anonymously
Academic Wall of Fame in the area of English, sponsored by Shinglehouse Shop N Save
Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Music, sponsored anonymously
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 530
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Francis Hayward Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
OVTA Bachelor’s Degree Scholarship
Senior of the Year Award
Chris Shall Memorial
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Jillian Helena Maurer Alternate for:
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Sean Eric Ronald McKean F. L. and Alice Donovan Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Cheyenne Autumn Mehl The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Hayden Daniel Skiver Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
SYSBA Scholarship
Lexie McKay Stilson Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Math, sponsored by Oswayo Valley Administration
Denny Keech, Sr. Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
Alternate for:
Wendy Ann Dean Memorial Scholarship
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Galeton World Wide Knitting in Public
Galeton’s 13th observance of World Wide Knitting in Public will be held in Centertown Park on June 10th from 10:00 until 1:30. On this day knitters from all over the world gather.
Regional and community members gather – knitters, crocheters, weavers, spinners, felters, and others, young and old, will gather in Centertown Park.
A 4-H Club will be demonstrating felting and the opportunity to try your hand at this satisfying craft.
Some fiber-related groups and regional shepherds will bring fleeces, yarn, and products come to show their wares, demonstrate their crafts, offer tempting items for sale. Accessories from local craftspersons will be offered.
Fur being spun from an angora rabbit is always an enticing event.
The Professional Bohemians will premier wonderful whimsical little sculptures.
Storytime for children: 11:00 A fun knitting/sheep read at the Library.
AND from 11 – 1:30 Eppie Bailey from Nashville and Steve Quelet from Philadelphia, singers and songwriters formerly part of Jakob’s Hollow, will entertain the gathering with their original music!
St. Marys Area United Way Awards Grant
Doug Bauer, Jim Ryan, Leah Whiteman, Dani Schneider, Doug Gaffey, & Jason Gabler
Elk County- Doug Gaffey, St. Marys Area United Way President; Jim Ryan, United Way Vice-President; Jason Gabler, United Way Corporate Campaign Chair; Doug Bauer, United Way Payroll Campaign Chair; and Leah Whiteman, United Way board member presented a $5,000 grant award to City of St. Marys Parks and Recreation Manager, Danielle Schneider. The funds were awarded to the City to assist in covering the costs of certification fees for the community pool lifeguards at Memorial Park.
The City of St. Marys Parks and Recreation are one of the many partnering organizations that have sought grant money from the St. Marys Area United Way. The grant funding disseminated in 2023 is as a result of the funding raised during the St. Marys Area United Way 2022 campaign. Funding raised in 2023 will be available for organizations to seek grant funding in 2024.
The St. Marys Area United Way relies on the contributions from companies and local individuals. If you would like to become one of these individuals or corporate donors, please call 781-6000 or mail your check to the St. Marys Area United Way, 44 So. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Awards for Community Service Presented
The Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Awards for Community Service were presented to Kason Stake, grade 7, first time recipient; Lillianne Reed, grade 8, two-time recipient; Lily Madison, grade 10, two-year recipient; Alana Corey, two-time recipient and Miska Young, first time recipient, both juniors and Makayla Alcorn, three-time recipient; Thea Petruzzi, four-time recipient; and Mikya Stake, 4-time recipient, all seniors. Pastor Randy served the Port Allegany United Methodist Church and several others in the area. He loved serving his church and community and loved spending time with and supporting the youth of the community. The Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Award for Community Service is given to help keep his memory alive and to encourage more youth involvement in service to their school, community and churches.
Video Gamers & Gaming Design
Get ready to power up and level up your video game-design skills at our action-packed video game camp! Join us and discover the exciting world of gaming, from its fascinating history to the booming video game industry of today. During this immersive camp experience, students will have the chance to dive deep into the world of gaming and explore what it takes to create a real-life video game. Through interactive workshops, hands-on activities, and expert-led sessions, you’ll learn the essential skills needed to design, develop, and launch your own video game.
This camp, taught by Brent Bryant, CTC Networking Instructor, is for students entering grades 5 – 9. It is scheduled for Monday, June 26 through Thursday, June 29, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Seneca Highlands CTC Networking Classroom. The cost is $20 per person. To register, visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 545-1333.
Bill Baker Celebration Of Life June 17th
Bill Baker celebration of life June 17th At The Roulette Firehall From 12 Noon to 4pm
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Bradford Twp, McKean County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 6/01/2023 to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Bradford Twp, McKean county. OGA3220(A) – PLUGGING REQUIREMENTS – Failure to plug the well upon abandoning it. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-06-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Coudersport & Area Lions Have a Busy Weekend!
After a four year hiatus, mostly due to Covid, the Strawberry Festival made a comeback on Friday June 3rd! Lions once again set up their tent and tables to serve strawberries biscuits and ice cream! The homemade biscuits and frozen berries were purchased from KayTees and the delicious vanilla ice cream was generously donated by Hershey’s, who once again supported a Lions activity involving ice cream! Over 70 servings were doled out by Lion Volunteers.
In another volunteer effort, Lions manned a water station at mile marker 11 for the Marathon. Battling the heat, they handed out much needed water to the runners. One more thing, the recycling center was also open and manned by a Lion!
MOST EVER ATTEND CANYON PILOTS ASSOCIATION ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FLY-IN-BREAKFAST ON SUNDAY, MAY 28
Fly-In Breakfast volunteers dish up ham, eggs and buckwheat pancakes to 1,364 people.
Between 8 a.m. and noon on Sunday, May 28, a total of 1,364 people, the most ever, attended the Canyon Pilots Association’s All-You-Can-Eat Memorial Day Weekend Fly-In Breakfast in the commercial corporate hangar at the Grand Canyon Regional Airport, 112 Runway Road, Wellsboro.
Of the 1,364 who ate breakfast, 1,228 were adults and youth, ages 9 and up; 136 were 3- to 8-year-olds. During the three hours between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., an estimated 1,314 people went through the breakfast line or 438 per hour.
“It was a perfect day. We knew we were going to have a good turnout because of the weather but we didn’t know how good,” said Joe Burnside. “On average about 1,000 people attend our Memorial Day breakfast each year. Our highest turnout until today was slightly more than 1,200 but I’m not sure what year that was. Now, 1,364 people is our new record for the most that have ever attended,” he said.
“The line of people for the breakfast was steady, out the door and almost to the runway from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. with no let up. We were all crazy busy. At 11 a.m., the line disappeared and boom that was it. From 11 a.m. until noon, about 50 people came through,” said Burnside.
“We were concerned we were going to run out of food and other supplies but didn’t. We sent someone to the grocery store to buy eggs, maple syrup, cooking oil, 18 more gallons of water that we needed to mix the pancake batter, make the orange juice and coffee and to have for people to drink, and trash bags. We went through lots of trash bags.”
More than 50 airplanes landed at the airport during the breakfast with several pilots commenting that it was the perfect day for flying – sunny and calm. Two airplanes and a helicopter provided rides for the public.
The Memorial and Labor Day breakfasts are theCanyon Pilots Association’smajor fundraisers with monies used to support youth interested in aviation and to benefit the airport.
SHORE BIRD IS SEEN ON LAST FREE GUIDED BIRD WALK FOR THE PUBLIC ON SATURDAY, MAY 27 AT HILLS CREEK STATE PARK
Shown is a ruddy turnstone. Note its orange legs. The bird was spotted on a stump at Hills Creek State Park.
On Saturday, May 27, 11 people participated in the last free guided bird walk at Hills Creek State Park at 111 Spillway Road, about seven miles northeast of Wellsboro.
“Two new people came on the walk. They were staying at Cedar Run for the weekend,” said Sean Minnick. He and Ken Cooper, both members of the Tiadaghton Audubon Society, the local birding group, led the walk.
“It was a sunny day and the park was full of campers. We saw 39 different bird species. The biggest surprise for us was seeing a ruddy turnstone. They are usually found along the east or west coast,” Minnick said. Their breeding grounds are the artic tundra.
“We have seen one or more ruddy turnstones in this area once every four to five years probably due to migration fallout caused by severe weather. In high winds, migrating birds become exhausted and are forced to land and rest. At first, we weren’t sure what type of bird it was until a member of our group with a powerful lens on his camera focused on its orange legs.”
For updates on birds in the area or helpful tips, email tasmember@yahoo.com or visit tiadaghtonaudubon.blogspot.com or www.facebook.com/TiadaghtonAudubon/.
For information about Hills Creek State Park, call the park office between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays at 570-724-4246.
DEADLINE FOR 4TH-9TH GRADERS TO SIGN UP FOR HAMILTON-GIBSON’S FREE SUMMER THEATRE ARTS CAMP IS FRIDAY, JUNE 9
Next Friday, June 9 is the last day for students who complete the fourth through nInth grades to register for Hamilton-Gibson’s Summer Theatre Arts Camp at the Tioga County Fairgrounds in Whitneyville.
The HG camp is free and open to those that want to participate no matter where they live and no matter whether they are homeschooled or attend public or private school.
“We need to know how many youth are going to participate by Friday, June 9 so we can order enough camp T-shirts and prepare scripts and other materials to give to each camper on the first day of camp, Monday, June 26,” said Camp Coordinator Thomas Putnam.
The camp theme is “Nessie, Tartans & Brigadoon…Exploring the Wilds of Scotland.”
“Throughout the jam-packed week, campers will explore all things Scottish to hone their skills in acting, singing and dance with assistance from staff and guest presenters,” Putnam said.
“We’ll be singing and dancing to a handful of the many songs that people would never identify as Scottish.
“The folk tales of Scotland go back hundreds of years. The most famous is the legend of the Loch Ness Monster. We’ll dramatize that and several others.
“Though we won’t be wearing kilts, we will be exploring the world of tartans, and dividing into various clans, each with its own tartan.
“We’ll have a bagpipe demonstration and attempt to create a similar sound with kazoos.
“We will explore Scottish culture and play a few Scottish games.”
Camp staff includes summer interns Katie Bartlett and Valerie Miller, Natalie Holsey, choreographer Taylor Nickerson and Debbie Calkins.
The five-day camp at Whitneyville will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30.
The last day of camp on June 30 will be a regular day with the addition of two public performances at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Tioga County Youth Center building at the fairgrounds.
Bus transportation is provided free. “Routes and times will be determined after we have received the registrations,” Putnam said.
Campers will be picked up and taken to Whitneyville and then returned to their pickup sites each day after camp. The only exception will be on Friday, June 30. That day, the campers will be picked up but parents will be responsible for taking their campers home after the 6:30 p.m. performance.
To register for the camp, download the 2023 Summer Theatre Arts Camp flyer and application by visiting the Hamilton-Gibson website at www.hamiltongibson.org and clicking on “Enrichment”, then on “For Kids” then “Camps” and then scroll down to the button tagged “Click Here for Application.”
Complete and send the application to: Attention: Theatre Arts Camp, Hamilton-Gibson Productions, 29 Water Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. For more information about the camp, transportation or for answers to any other questions, call 570-724-2079 or email hamgib@gmail.com.
NEXT NESSMUK ROD AND GUN CLUB SKEET SHOOT IS SUNDAY, JUNE 11
The next Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club skeet shoot is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 11 at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287 in Delmar Township, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro.
The upcoming Sunday shoot dates are: June 11,18, 25, July 2,16, 23, 30, Aug 6, 13, 20 and 27. Shoots are NOT being held on June 4 or July 9.
The skeet shoots will continue on Sundays into October, weather permitting. September and October dates will be announced in August.
The fee to shoot skeet for members and non-members 18 years of age and older is $6 per round of 25 clays. Skeet shooting is $3 for youth ages 12 to 17.
Shooters have to provide their own shotguns and ammunition. Eye and ear protection are required.
For more information, contact Skeet Shoot Coordinator John Davis at johndavispa@gmail.com or 570-439-1300.
Master Gardener Program Welcomes New Apprentices
Penn State Extension recently welcomed three new apprentices to its Potter County Master Gardener Program. Linda Ford of Millport, Jennie Rodriguez-Priest of Coudersport, and Sue Shaeffer of Galeton completed an intensive 6-month basic training in April 2023.
Completion of the training program, which began in October 2022, is the first step towards earning Master Gardener certification. Each trainee must finish 40 hours of instruction and participate in weekly online classes conducted by Penn State University faculty and Extension staff. Classes include a broad range of horticulture topics such as botany, plant propagation, soil health and fertilizer management, composting, controlling pests safely, entomology, indoor plants and diseases, vegetables, tree and small fruits, lawn care, pruning, woody ornamentals, herbaceous and native plants, weeds and invasives, and landscape design. Trainees studied corresponding topic chapters in the Master Gardener manual, watched webinars, and took quizzes to test their knowledge. They progressed to the second step of the program, the apprenticeship phase, after scoring at least 80% on their mid-term and final exams.
Apprentices must serve a minimum of 50 volunteer hours by end of September 2023 to qualify for Master Gardener Certification. Projects may include planting and designing pollinator-friendly demonstration gardens on the Extension grounds in Coudersport, staffing and responding to Garden Hotline questions or at Ask a Master Gardener community events, hosting classes and workshops, supporting Potter County fair activities and writing articles for publication in local and social media forums. Apprentices may also participate in state sponsored Master Gardener events and workshops hosted by Penn State.
Linda, Jennie and Sue are anxious to share their passion for gardening and, collectively, have already earned numerous service hours. Linda, a semi-retired Public Accountant, utilizes her 45 years of organic gardening expertise on her 32-acre property and is starting new gardens in Petoskey, MI, where she lives 5 months a year. Jennie, a human resources consultant, has residences in Coudy and Berks County, PA, where she grows and propagates houseplants, notably succulents, and sowed her first vegetable garden on the Extension grounds. Sue, a native of Venango County, is a retired nurse with experience in greenhouse flowers and home vegetable gardening. They all enrolled in the Master Gardener program to learn more about horticulture and share their knowledge with the public through community outreach. When they earn their Master Gardener certification, they will join their Potter County peers who were certified in 2022. Together, they will continue to support our communities by educating best practices in sustainable horticulture and environmental stewardship.
For additional information, contact Leona Smith, Potter County Master Gardener Coordinator, 814-274-8540, ext 103, lds5520@psu.edu.
Meet Remote Workers
Wilds are Working project bringing six families to Cameron County during the month of July. Lily Jones and James Cato both work remotely. Lily is a communications specialist for the Environmental Defense Fund and James is a regional organizer for Mountain Watershed Association. The couple is considering moving to a tight-knit community and plans to use the opportunity to test out living and working in a small town.
Lily wants access to outdoor recreation where she can run a trail in the evening after work or enjoy a backpacking trip without a long drive. The couple also plans to enjoy kayaking either on the Driftwood Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek or at the George B Stevenson Dam at Sinnemahoning State Park.
A committee operating under the direction of the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce had the task of sifting through 41 applications for the PA Wilds Remote Working project. “The committee focused on those ready to relocate and seeking the opportunity to leave big box stores and strip malls behind,” says chamber director Tina Solak.
Bradford City Fire Dispatched For Unkown Type Fire
On June 4 at 1:00 am Bradford City Fire was dispatched to W. Coryden and Bushnell for an unknown type fire