Ziyad Brothers Importing of Cicero, IL, is recalling its 35.2 fluid ounce packages of Ziyad Brand Jameed Soup Starter because it does not declare milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled Ziyad Brand Jameed Soup Starter was distributed nationwide in retail stores and through Amazon.
All product that is labeled as Ziyad Brand Jameed Soup Starter and sold in a 35.2 fluid ounce tetra pak container with UPC code 0 74265 00597 1 is included in this recall.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered during a routine internal company review that the product was distributed in packaging that disclosed the presence of “lactic casein powder” in the ingredient list but it did not further clarify that this ingredient is derived from “milk.”
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation(PennDOT) was joined by representatives from the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) this morning at an unveiling ceremony for a memorial honoring the PennDOT District 2 employees who lost their lives in the line of duty since 1970. PennDOT will permanently display it at their District 2 Office at 70 PennDOT Drive in Clearfield.
“PennDOT’s priority is always the safety of its workforce and the traveling public,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “Despite all the precautions we take to keep everyone safe, tragedy can still strike if we forget even for a moment that safety is everyone’s responsibility.”
Since 1970, five PennDOT District 2 employees have lost their lives in the line of duty. Their names and the dates of their passing are as follows:
Walter Lane, August 28, 1970
John Coble, June 19, 1972
Gerald Confer, September 19, 1984
Jack Griffin, October 1, 2010
Timothy Fitch, June 14, 2021
The traveling PennDOT Worker’s Memorial was on display during the proceedings. It honors all 90 PennDOT employees killed in the line of duty across the commonwealth since 1970 when the department was established. Bradford County maintenance crews created it in 1996 following the death of their co-worker Leah Rumsey, who was struck and killed by a civilian vehicle while she was flagging in a work zone. The traveling memorial will remain in Clearfield throughout the week.
Walter Francis with AFSCME commended PennDOT and all highway workers for putting their lives at risk daily to maintain our roadway infrastructure. “We thank you for doing your part to help keep Pennsylvanians safe. We ask that drivers return the favor by slowing down, obeying the posted speed limit inside and out of work zones, avoiding distracted driving behaviors, and always buckling up.
Lieutenant Gregory Kunselman of PSP Troop C spoke about two distinct programs related to active work zones. Under Title 75, Section 3326, motorists caught by police driving 11 miles per hour or more above the posted speed limit in an active work zone, or who are involved in a crash in an active work zone and are convicted for failing to drive at a safe speed, automatically lose their license for 15 days. Additionally, fines for certain traffic violations — including speeding, driving under the influence, and failure to obey traffic devices — are doubled for active work zones. The law also provides for up to five years of additional jail time for individuals convicted of homicide by vehicle for a crash that occurred in an active work zone.
Under Title 75, Section 3369, fines are allowed to be administered through the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement (AWZSE) program. Pennsylvania’s AWZSE program, first implemented in March 2020, uses vehicle-mounted systems to detect and record motorists exceeding posted work zone speed limits by 11 miles per hour or more using electronic speed timing devices. AWZSE systems are only operational in active work zones where workers are present. Work Zones that have an AWZSE system present and active will have unique signs in advance of the enforcement area, alerting drivers to the upcoming enforcement. Registered owners receive a warning letter for a first offense, a violation notice and $75 fine for a second offense, and a violation notice and $150 fine for third and subsequent offenses. These violations are civil penalties only; no points are assessed to driver’s licenses. For more information on the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program, including a list of projects where the units are deployed, visit https://workzonecameras.penndot.gov/.
“These programs exist to keep everyone safe on the highway,” said Lieutenant Kunselman. “These aren’t just the names of fallen PennDOT workers up here. They were someone’s son or daughter, someone’s spouse, someone’s mom or dad. They deserved to come home to that family safely, but tragically they did not. We’re asking everyone to take a moment to reflect on that and do their part to prevent us from adding another name to these memorials.”
According to PennDOT data, in 2022 there were 1,293 work zone crashes that resulted in 14 fatalities. Additionally, PennDOT monitors work zone safety with internal reports that showed there were 171 reported intrusions in PennDOT work zones. Of those intrusions, 13 resulted in injuries to PennDOT employees. Another 57 resulted in damage to PennDOT equipment or vehicles, and 101 did not result in injury or damage but had the potential to do so.
Motorists are encouraged to “Know Before They Go” by checking conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
Subscribe to PennDOT news in Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter counties at www.penndot.gov/District2.
North central Clinton County in north central Pennsylvania. Northwestern Lycoming County in north central Pennsylvania… Southeastern Potter County in north central Pennsylvania…
* Until 315 PM EDT.
* At 228 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located east of Cross Fork, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include… Slate Run and Cammal.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service State College PA 212 PM EDT Wed Jul 12 2023 …A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHWESTERN LYCOMING… SOUTHEASTERN POTTER AND NORTH CENTRAL CLINTON COUNTIES THROUGH 245 PM EDT…
At 211 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Cross Fork, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation possible.
Locations impacted include… Cross Fork, Slate Run, Tamarack and Cammal.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Do you have a bulge under your skin near your abdomen accompanied by a burning or aching that gets worse when straining? You may have a hernia.
Hernias happen when there is an opening between muscles or connective tissue. Tissues, intestines, or other organs push through these openings and cause the most common symptoms: a bulge under the skin.
Although hernias are formed the same way, there are several different types named for the different places they develop on the body. These types include:
Umbilical Hernia – forms at the navel.
Inguinal Hernia – forms in the groin.
Femoral Hernia – forms below the groin.
Epigastric Hernia – forms in the upper abdomen.
Hiatal Hernia – forms in the diaphragm.
Incisional Hernia – forms through a previous surgical incision.
Hernia Treatment
Usually, once a hernia has formed, the only way to treat it effectively is to fix the defect surgically. There are several surgical options: open repair, minimally invasive, or robotic. Your general surgeon will decide the best method for your personal case.
The main goal of a hernia repair is to close the opening between your muscles or connective tissue. This can be done simply by suturing it closed or by adding a mesh material. This is added for extra support in the weakened area where the hernia formed. Hernia repairs also prevent strangulation, which is when bowels or other tissues get stuck in the hernia and start to swell, cutting off the blood supply. If this happens, emergency surgery and possible bowel resection may be needed.
More recently, hernia repairs have become an outpatient surgery, a procedure that allows you to go home that same day. This is possible through minimally invasive methods involving several smaller incisions rather than one large incision. The use of robotics also aids in hernia repairs with even better precision.
How to Avoid Hernias
Hernias are formed for many reasons, and due to certain genetics, there isn’t always an option to prevent one from developing. Your sex is even a factor; for example, men are about 10 times more likely to develop inguinal hernias than women.
Other kinds of hernias may be avoided with prevention strategies. You may lower your need for hernia surgery by avoiding heavy lifting or straining after getting an incision, not smoking to help wounds from surgeries heal properly, keeping your diabetes under control, and maintaining a healthy weight.
If you think you may have a hernia, do not hesitate to call your doctor for an examination. It is best to be seen as soon as possible; the longer you wait, the more difficult the surgery could become.
Scott Croll, M.D., FACS, is with UPMC General Surgery and sees patients at the Health Innovation Center, UPMC Williamsport, 740 High St., Williamsport. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Croll, call 570-321-3160 or go to UPMC.com/GeneralSurgeryNCPA.
Do you manage large sets of numbers, names, dates, or other pieces of information? If so, then you need to know how to create worksheets to manage, store, organize, and even analyze this information. Excel, Microsoft’s powerful spreadsheet software, is the most widely used program for these tasks, and most workplaces want new employees to have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.
Introduction to Excel will introduce you to the program’s basic functions and uses. You will learn a number of shortcuts for setting up worksheets quickly and efficiently and will get tips on sorting and analyzing data. By the time you’re done, you will know how to use this important tool.
In Intermediate Excel, you will take a deeper dive into Excel’s capabilities, including learning about data analysis tools and how to create macros that allow the manipulation of data and eliminate repetitive tasks. If you use Excel regularly and want to learn more advanced functions in this powerful software, this class is for you.
These classes, taught by Ron Keeney, Professor in the Computer Science Department at Alfred State College of Technology, are scheduled for Thursdays, August 3 and August 10, respectively, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. The cost for each class is $59 per person. Register today! Visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
At approximately 15:40 hours today we were dispatched to a single family residence on Mefferts Run Road in Wilcox. The caller reported smoke in the residence from an unknown source. First arriving personnel reported heavy smoke conditions but no active fire. Deputy Chief Wonderly arrived and his initial size up was a 1 story modular home residential construction with heavy smoke on the 1st floor and in the basement.
Engine 63 and Chief 6 arrived on scene 9 minutes after dispatch and Engine 61 arrived 1 minute later. Crews entered the residence to find moderate smoke on both levels and no active fire. Upon further investigation crews noted a soot stained door and heat coming from a closed bedroom. The room was entered and found a smoke charged room and moderate heat. The room had burned and it came from an electrical source and a heated blanket that may have been left on. Thankfully everyone was out of the residence and the family and the dogs had no injuries. The main purpose of this post is to remind the public the importance of closing your bedroom doors when sleeping or not at home. The fire was contained to the room and contents and the fire appeared to have snuffed itself out due to lack of oxygen. The following pictures show the hallway and closed door and then the conditions from inside the room. The fire was determined to be accidental in nature and the family was given information for fire restoration services.
These pictures are posted with permission from the family.
On behalf of the entire department, I am thrilled to announce the addition of Officer Milliron to our dedicated team. Having recently graduated from the MercyHurst University Police Academy, Officer Milliron brings a fresh perspective and a strong foundation of knowledge to our force.
We are proud to acknowledge Officer Milliron’s prior service with the US Army, where he acquired valuable skills and demonstrated his commitment to serving others. Additionally, his experience as a McKean County corrections officer further enhances his ability to understand and navigate the complexities of our community.
With his impressive background, we have full confidence that Officer Milliron will be an exceptional asset to our department and the Bradford community as a whole. Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Officer Milliron as he begins this new chapter in his career. Let us support him in making our city safer and fostering positive relationships with the residents we proudly serve.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a sign replacement project will begin next week on Route 15 northbound and southbound in Tioga County.
On Monday, July 17, 2023, the contractor, Green Acres, Contracting, Inc., will begin replacing signs along Route 15 between south of Exit 179 (Routes 660 and 15 / Covington and Canoe Camp) and the New York state line. Work will be performed during daylight hours. Motorists can expect temporary shoulder closures where work is being performed.
Green Acres Contracting, Inc., is the prime contractor for the $142,000 sign replacement project. Work is expected to be completed by October of 2023, weather permitting.
Motorists should be alert, watch for shoulder closures, and drive with caution.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that work to trim and remove trees on Route 244 in Potter County will begin the week of July 17. This work will enhance driver safety and extend the life of the roadway surface.
PennDOT expects the work to take several months to complete, but all work is weather dependent. The contractor will complete the work during daylight hours. Drivers may encounter short delays as roadway flaggers enforce an alternating traffic pattern during these operations. Drivers should remain alert for flaggers and slow-moving or stopped traffic.
Tree trimming and removal provide “daylighting” to the roadway, allowing sunlight to speed snow and ice melt during winter. It also enhances sight distance at some locations and lessens the potential for old and dead trees to fall onto the road. Patriot Tree Surgeons of Allentown, PA, is the contractor on this project.
Motorists are encouraged to “Know Before They Go” by checking conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
The McKean County Community Foundation announced a new scholarship that will be awarded in the 2023-24 school year by the Martin K. Henneman Memorial Scholarship Fund. The scholarship is available to a McKean County High School Senior or an adult learner who is a graduate of any McKean County High School. Applicant will be pursuing a post-secondary degree, certificate or license in the field of criminal justice, paramedic, EMT, police officer training or an emergency public servant.
The fund was established by the family and friends of Marty Henneman, husband, father, brother, friend, and hero, who passed away in 2022. He had a strong passion for providing service to others, caring deeply about the safety and protection of those around him and all he met. This scholarship, established in his name, honors his lifelong dedication to service.
Marty, a 1985 graduate of Wellsboro High School, enlisted in the United States Army and worked as a Military Policeman in Germany until he was honorably discharged in 1987. He received the Army Service Ribbon, Army Medal Achievement, Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Expert Marksmanship Badge in rifles, grenades, and handguns. He then attended Mansfield University, majoring in Criminal Justice. In October of 1992, he enlisted at the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. He worked all across Pennsylvania during his time in the State Police. He served as a Trooper, Fire Marshal, Corporal, Patrol Unit Supervisor, Crime Unit Supervisor, Staff Services Section Supervisor, Sergeant, and his final assignment was Station Commander as he retired in 2016.
Martin was an active supporter of his community. He was Chief Deputy Coroner of McKean County; former adjunct professor at Pitt-Bradford teaching criminal justice; former president and member of the Seneca Law Enforcement Association (SLEA); owner and operator of IOA Consulting, LLC, which provided training for self-protection and private investigation services; former member of the Rotary Club of Bradford and former member of the Bradford Area Choral Boosters. He was a man of many hobbies as well including hunting, fishing, motorcycle riding, amateur radio operator, and spending time with his friends, family, and many Weimaraners.
The McKean County Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies. The Foundation works with donors to help them support issues and organizations they care about, with nonprofits to offer grant opportunities to assist in their work and projects, and with students to administer scholarships that help them get the education they need. To learn how you can support the mission of MCCF contact them at 844-335-2702 or email mccf@mckeancountyfoundation.org.
ATTENTION LIBERTY TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS: the Township will be paving Upper Open Brook tomorrow 7/11/23 from 7AM until 2PM and the road from Rt. 6 to Baker Road will be closed during those hours. Thank you for your patience.
BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) will once again host a series of Senior Citizens Expos to provide area seniors and their family members and caregivers convenient access to a wide range of information in one convenient location.
“This is a great opportunity for our senior citizens and their caregivers to connect with service providers here in the area,” Causer said. “I encourage everyone to take advantage of what the expos have to offer.”
The events will be held as follows:
Bradford: Friday, Aug. 4, at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Sports and Fitness Gymnasium, Campus Drive, Bradford.
Kane: Friday, Sept. 8, at the Kane Community Center, 46 Fraley St., Kane.
Roulette: Friday, Oct. 13, at the Roulette Fire Hall, 12 River St., Roulette.
Each event is free to attend and will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided and door prize drawings will be held at 12:30 p.m. at each event.
Causer is encouraging businesses, agencies and organizations that offer services to senior citizens to take part in the expo to connect with potential clients. Exhibitors share information about health care, insurance, nutrition and exercise, fire safety, financial planning, fraud protection, government services, hunting/fishing, personal safety and more. Health screenings will also be offered.
For more information about the senior expos, or to register as an exhibitor, contact Causer’s Bradford office at 814-362-4400. Information is also available at RepCauser.com or on Facebook at Facebook.com/RepCauser.
Do you manage large sets of numbers, names, dates, or other pieces of information? If so, then you need to know how to create worksheets to manage, store, organize, and even analyze this information. Excel, Microsoft’s powerful spreadsheet software, is the most widely used program for these tasks, and most workplaces want new employees to have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.
Introduction to Excel will introduce you to the program’s basic functions and uses. You will learn a number of shortcuts for setting up worksheets quickly and efficiently and will get tips on sorting and analyzing data. By the time you’re done, you will know how to use this important tool.
In Intermediate Excel, you will take a deeper dive into Excel’s capabilities, including learning about data analysis tools and how to create macros that allow the manipulation of data and eliminate repetitive tasks. If you use Excel regularly and want to learn more advanced functions in this powerful software, this class is for you.
These classes, taught by Ron Keeney, Professor in the Computer Science Department at Alfred State College of Technology, are scheduled for Thursdays, August 3 and August 10, respectively, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. The cost for each class is $59 per person. Register today! Visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
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