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NEWS
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  Shapiro Administration Unveils New Interactive Soil and Water Sampling Map as Results Continue to Show No Contamination after the Norfolk Southern Train Derailment New map provides data to the public, soil and water sample results indicate no signs of contamination from train derailment The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) released a new interactive mapping tool that shows final sample results from soil and water testing conducted by DEP in the wake of the East Palestine train derailment on February 3, 2023. Pennsylvanians can use this tool to review sampling results in the vicinity of the derailment.Read MoreDashboard |
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 Shapiro Administration Invites Applications For PA Farm Bill-Funded Grants To Boost Local Meat, Poultry Supply Secretary Redding called for applications for $500,000 in PA Farm Bill-funded grants aimed at increasing locally produced meat and poultry in the state. Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grants help small businesses start up or expand and meet USDA food safety requirements. Governor Josh Shapiro demonstrated his commitment to stimulating growth for Pennsylvania’s agriculture small businesses in his 2023-’24 budget. Grants will be available depending on funding in the final budget.Read More |
 Shapiro Administration Invites Proposals For $2.187 Million For Research Critical To Growing Pennsylvania Agriculture Industry Secretary Redding called for research proposals on issues critical to sustaining and growing Pennsylvania’s $132.5 billion agriculture industry. In his 2023-’24 budget, Governor Josh Shapiro proposed $2.187 million to address complex challenges from reducing impacts of climate change and measuring soil and water conservation, to tackling emerging animal diseases, to meeting demand for bio-based fuels and plastics.Read More |
 DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and State Forester Ellen Shultzabarger pose with DCNR staff and Borough of Mechanicsburg staff behind a newly planted tree in Mechanicsburg. DCNR Highlights Importance of Trees in Communities on National Arbor Day On Arbor Day, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and State Forester Ellen Shultzabarger planted trees in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, to highlight the many benefits trees provide to communities.Recap |
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 During Take Your Child To Work Day at the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, kids enjoyed a day full of fun which included planting flowers, learning more about the vet labs, and exploring the WoodMobile.See More |
 The Lancaster County Career and Technology Center Agriscience team recently visited with faculty and students from Burrowes Elementary to foster an understanding and appreciation for PA farmers and agriculture. Focusing on the different components of agriculture, 2nd and 4th grade students learned about many careers in agriculture, the feed used to grow strong animals, and how veterinarians work to keep our agriculture animals – from rabbits and pigs, cows and horses – safe and healthy. Agriculture education is essential in keeping our industry growing and ready for the future, and we’re very grateful to Dr. Alex Rohrer, the Burrowes Elementary School, and the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center for providing an introduction and foundation to a rewarding and lifelong career. |
 Secretary Redding attended the Ag Bankers Conference in State College to talk more about the current financial landscape of agriculture.See More |
 Left to right: Ashley Mount from USDA, Joseph Diamond from PA Farm Bureau, Amanda Rankin from Armstrong County Farm Service Agency, Robin Fox from Bedford Farm Service Agency and Corinne Elliott. Corinne Elliott, Bureau of Market Development, attended the Bedford County Farm Service Agency Open House – hosted by the Bedford County Conservation District. It was a great event with experienced and new farmers looking for information and learning about the different agencies and services offered to help farmers across Pennsylvania. |
 Recently, Secretary Redding had the opportunity to talk with the current members of Delta Theta Sigma as they discussed how the agriculture industry is exploding with opportunity.See More |
 The PA Department of Agriculture hosted the Human and Animal Food Operation Rapid Response Team Conference. Attendees spent their time listening to speakers and executing field work at Asylum Run. See More |
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 Applications are open for the fourth round of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) recovery support for poultry farmers and integrators who suffered losses in HPAI Control Zones (the 10-kilometer perimeter around an infected, quarantined farm). Deadline: Apply by June 29, 2023Apply |
 The William and Hannah Penn Fellowship Program is now accepting applications until May 13, 2023. Apply today and gain valuable experience working with state agency policy offices. As part of this fellowship, you will gain invaluable experience in the policy-making process while making a difference in PA agriculture. Help transform our state government!Apply |
| Farm and Food Workers Relief Program Available Through PASA Sustainable Agriculture Frontline farm workers and meatpacking workers who incurred expenses preparing for, preventing exposure to, and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for a one-time $600 relief payment through this website, which is administered by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture.Learn More |
 NHLA Inspector Training School – Class 202 NHLA is excited to bring their 8-week Inspector Training School program to Pennsylvania. The program is a mix of hands-on training and testing, in-class lectures, group study, one-on-one training with the instructor, and more. Students who successfully fulfill all of the program requirements will receive a certificate of completion. Tuition: $3,250 Schedule: June 5 – July 28, 20238:00 am – 4:00 pmRegister |
RECALLS
Teva Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Specific Lots of FENTANYL Buccal Tablets CII Due to a Labeling Error
27 April 2023, Parsippany, NJ. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, has initiated a voluntary nationwide recall of specific lots of various strengths of FENTANYL Buccal Tablets CII to the Consumer Level. Teva USA manufactured and labeled these product lots exclusively for Mayne Pharma Inc. under Mayne’s label. This recall has been initiated because safety updates were omitted in the Product Insert/Medication Guide (MG) that are provided with these recalled lots.
TruVision Health Recalls Dietary Supplement Products Because of Possible Health Risk
TruVision Health LLC is recalling the dietary supplement products listed below because they contain the unapproved dietary ingredients hordenine and/or octodrine/DMHA (1,5-Dimethylhexylamine).
Hordenine is possibly unsafe when taken by mouth and might cause stimulating side effects such as rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, jitteriness, nervousness, nausea, vomiting or insomnia. These adverse events are more likely to occur in sensitive sub-populations of people such as pregnant women and consumers with cardiovascular disease. Currently, hordenine is not an approved dietary ingredient in dietary supplements.
Potter County Commissioner Nancy J. Grupp Announces Re-Election Bid
Potter County Commissioner Nancy J. Grupp has announced her intentions to run for re-election on the Republican ballot in the May 16 Primary Election.
During her first term in office she served as the chair of the Board of Commissioners, County Salary Board, and County Retirement Board. She has served in an unpaid capacity as Potter County Director of Emergency Services, saving the county thousands of dollars each year and is a member of the county’s Aging Advisory Board.
During her tenure, Commissioner Grupp has also spearheaded improvements in county operations, including technology upgrades and updates to personnel and human resources policies. She was also chosen by her peers to chair the executive board of the regional community and economic development agency, North Central Regional Planning and Development Commission.
Some of the current board’s accomplishments under her leadership have included:
— Creating programs during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to support small businesses along with fire and ambulance services and other non-profits that were negatively impacted during the shutdown.
— Facilitating COVID relief grants to those significantly impacted in the hospitality industry, many of which would not have survived without those funds.
— Adoption of a countywide Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA) ordinance, making available county tax breaks for businesses building or expanding operations to create jobs and support economic development.
— Improving services for Potter County veterans by expanding the Veterans Affairs Director position to full-time, giving military veterans much-needed assistance in accessing the benefits and services to which they are entitled.
— Supporting a collaborative effort to bring cost-free transportation to veterans who require rides to medical appointments.
— Repurposing federal grant revenue totaling more than $500,000 to support infrastructure projects in Genesee, Galeton and Ulysses to date.
Fiscal responsibility has been a high priority for the board under Commissioner Grupp’s leadership. While improving services in multiple ways, the board has not raised real estate taxes, which she considers a major accomplishment. Grupp is a lifelong resident of Potter County, has 30 years of experience working in the finance industry, and has served as a township auditor and secretary/treasurer, as well as president for the Potter County Township Officials Association.
She and her husband, Lynn, live in Coudersport.
Commissioner Grupp states, “Rather than engaging in extreme politics, if re- elected I pledge to continue to bring common sense leadership to Potter County. Thank you for your support.”
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McKean County Is Seeking American Rescue Plan Coordinator
Position: American Rescue Plan Coordinator
Status: Temporary Part Time (20 – 29 hrs. per week)
Reports To: County Commissioners
Location: 500 W. Main Street, Smethport
McKean County is seeking an American Rescue Plan Coordinator to assist with managing programs identified by the county commissioners for funding through the America Rescue Plan Funds. Candidate will work an interim time period with weekly hours to fluctuate with release of funds to community partners. Ideal candidate will have general knowledge of McKean County with knowledge of economic impact funding and grant processes.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for compliance for use of funds by McKean County for American Rescue Plan Funds
- Assist Community Partners to identify avenues for resources and/or matching funds
- Monitor and assess project impact and identify funding gaps for sustainability
- Assist with program design in collaboration with the McKean County Commissioners and staff
to identify global focus and goals of initiative and tailor process to align with those goals
- Monitor grant applications and execution from award through compliance to final reporting
- Manage marketing and promotion of program in all media outlets including print, online, radio
and presentations as public meetings
- Assist with needs assessment to identify optimal impact of American Rescue Plan Funds
- Process applications, ensure proper documentation and eligibility and provide general
application assistance to applicants for internal and external reports
- Participate in review and ranking criteria to evaluate applicants
- Maintain detailed records of application status, eligibility criteria and award notifications
- Maintain spreadsheet and financial records of allocated funding, invoices, receipts and
final reporting
- Communicate with grant applicants from public, private, government and non-profit entities
- General Office Assistance and Other Duties as required
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s degree in Business, Planning, Accounting or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2-3 years of professional experience in economic development, planning or related field
Interested applicants are invited to apply by completing a McKean County job application and resume. Please forward it to: Michele Jubon, Human Resources Director, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749 or emailing it to: mmjubon@mckeancountypa.org by May 8, 2023. We are an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
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Port Allegany Dispatched To Wildwood Drive
On April 28, at 4:38 pm. Port Allegany ambulance was dispatched to Wildwood Drive for a partial airway obstruction
Vote Garret Morey for Magisterial District Judge 55-3-01.
“May 16th is coming soon for the primary elections in Potter County! Whether you are voting by mail or voting in person. Make sure you vote!
If you are in district 55-3-01
(Coudersport Ward 1 and 2, as well as Austin Borough, or Eulalia, Sweden, Summit, Sylvania, Keating, Portage, Wharton, and Homer Township)
Vote for a Veteran.
Vote for common sense.
Vote for fairness and respect.
Vote Garret Morey for Magisterial District Judge 55-3-01. Im proud to say I will be listed 3rd for both the Democratic ballot as well as the Republican ballot.
It’s time for change. It’s time for younger people to take the initiative and responsibility to serve their community.”
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The Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center inducted eighteen new members into the National Technical Honor Society
The Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center inducted eighteen new members into the National Technical Honor Society at a ceremony held on Thursday, April 27, at 1:00 pm. The NTHS is an educational non-profit that exists to honor, recognize, and empower students in Career and Technical Education. The welcome and qualifications were given by James Young, Director of the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center. The guest speaker was Mrs. Sharon Horvath, Vice-President of the Port Allegany Women’s Club, and co-owner of The Inn on Maple Street in Port Allegany. The Co-Advisors of the NTHS are Mrs. Risha Johnson, Special Education Facilitator/Co-op Coordinator and Mrs. Kimberly Mooney, Early Childhood Education Program Teacher.
To be considered a candidate for the Honor Society, students at the Seneca Highlands CTC must be in the 11th or 12th grade, have not less than a 93% average in the first three marking periods in their program of study. Students must also maintain a 3.0 GPA at their sending schools and be approved by their instructor, sending district principal, and CTC Director. Finally, there is a committee that reviews the qualifications of all applicants.
Students must maintain the standards of scholastic achievement, skill development, good character, leadership, honesty, and responsibility to be considered for membership in the Honor Society. The Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center is committed to recognizing students who have shown excellence in both academic and technical subjects.
Returning members lit candles to represent the seven attributes of NTHS, and then the induction of candidates with the presentation of Honor Cords took place. Refreshments were created and served by the Culinary Arts Program under the direction of Chef Paul Farmelo.
The following list is both inducted and returning members for 2023.
NTHS INDUCTEES
Abram Austin – OEHS – Building Construction
Olivia Barth – PAHS – Early Childhood
Seth Benson – PAHS – Culinary
Nickolas Brown – OEHS – Heavy Equipment
Madison Conn – SAHS – Early Childhood
Paige Crum-Threadgill – PAHS – Early Childhood
Levi Culver – PAHS – Networking
Blair Dickinson – SAHS – Early Childhood
Elexis Hagans – OVHS – Early Childhood
Bennett Harris – SAHS – Welding
Kristopher Herbert – PAHS – Networking
Dawson Hooftallen – AAHS – Building Construction
McKenzie Hurd – CAHS – Early Childhood
Alexis Kemp – OVHS – Early Childhood
Kole Kisko – PAHS – Heavy Equipment
Kendra McGarvey-Smoker – PAHS – Homeland Security
Harlee-Ann Panighetti – OEHS – Heavy Equipment
Alissa Wright – NPHS – Early Childhood
Returning Members
Maya Kephart – PAHS – Health Assistant
Faith Miller – SAHS – Health Assistant
Blaine Moses – PAHS – Heavy Equipment
Sierria Peters – PAHS – Health Assistant
Mikya Stake – PAHS – Homeland Security
Camerynn Stambaugh- PAHS – Health Assistant
Kyle Worthington – NPHS – Engineering
Congratulations once again as we give accolades to our National Technical Honor Society members for 2023!
Shoulder Cutting on Little Pine Creek Road Today
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of maintenance work today, Friday, April 28, 2023, on Route 4001 (Little Pine Creek Road) in Cummings Township, Lycoming County.
A Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew will be performing base repairs on Little Pine Creek Road between Route 44 and Little Pine State Park. Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed. Work will be performed during daylight hours, weather permitting and is expected to be completed late afternoon.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for slow or stopped vehicles, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
PFBC ANNOUNCES AWARDS FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT
HARRISBURG, Pa. (April 28) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is pleased to announce several awards presented to Waterways Conservation Officers in recognition of outstanding achievements in law enforcement in 2022. Awards were presented during the PFBC Board of Commissioners quarterly business meeting on April 24, 2023.
Maintenance Work Next Week on Little Pine Creek Road, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of maintenance work next week on Route 4001 (Little Pine Creek Road) in Cummings Township, Lycoming County.
On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, and Wednesday, May 3, 2023, a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew will be repairing a slide and performing a pipe replacement on Little Pine Creek Road between Route 44 and Little Pine State Park.
Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed. Work will be performed during daylight hours, weather permitting.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for slow or stopped vehicles, expect delays in travel, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
Deadline Nears to Save on Hawaiian Adventure Tour!
Embrace the spirit of “Aloha” on a leisurely 3-island tour of Hawaii featuring 3-night stays each in Oahu, Big Island (Kona) and Maui. Remember Pearl Harbor and visit the USS Arizona Memorial. Embark on a wonderful journey along Oahu’s famous North Shore. Take in the natural beauty of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. Admire the hula dance, an ancient Polynesian art form. Visit a coffee farm in Kona and learn about the coffee bean’s journey from tree to cup. In Maui, visit the old royal capital of Lahaina where you can stroll through historic streets. Uncover the beauty, culture and traditions of all three islands.
This 10-day/9-night tour that departs on November 2nd is a trip of a lifetime! Visit this link to register or for more information gateway.gocollette.com/link/1112514 or call (814) 274-4877 to request a brochure, get details/cost, etc. You’ll save $100/per person if you reserve by May 2, 2023, so reserve today!
PennDOT Cameron/Potter County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of May 1 – May 5, 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Cameron/Potter County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of May 1 – May 5, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
Cameron County 0240
Brushing/ Inlet Cleaning:
- State Route: 120 (Elk County line to Clinton County Line)
Crack Sealing:
- State Route: 872 (First Fork Road)
Potter County 0260
Bridge Cleaning:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Sign Repairs/Replacement:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Shoulder Cutting:
- State Route: 44 (Coneville to Shinglehouse)
Pipe Replacement:
- State Route: 4001 (Sartwell Creek Road)
Spray Patching:
- State Route: 1010 (Genesee/Mills Road)
- State Route: 6 (Roulette to Sweden Valley)
Ditching:
- State Route: 1001 (Ulysses to Brookland)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Potter County 0260
- Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc: Preliminary work including guiderail removal and shoulder stabilization on US Route 6 (Port Allegany to Coudersport). During this time roadway flaggers will control traffic in alternating patterns. As structure repairs begin in the later spring, temporary traffic signals will be set to enforce the alternating traffic patterns.
- Nestlerode Contracting Company, Inc: Bridge replacement on State Route 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road). Detour will be in place and traffic will use State Route 1012 (Jackson Road), State Route 49, and State Route 1011.
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of May 1 – May 5, 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation McKean County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of May 1 – May 5, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
McKean County 0250
Sign Repairs and Upgrades:
- Various State Routes throughout the County
Bridge Cleaning:
- State Route: Various Repairs throughout county
Patching:
- State Route: 146 (Clermont to Red Rock)
Crack Sealing:
- State Route: 646 (Aiken to Rew)
Grading Dirt Roads:
- State Route: 2004 (Christian Hollow Road)
Slide Repair:
- State Route: 446 (Eldred/Portville Road)
Underdrain Installation:
- State Route: 3011 (Lindholm Road)
Pipe Replacement:
- State Route: 246 (Looker Mountain Trail)
- State Route: 1015 (Rixford Area)
Ditching:
- State Route: 646 (Olean Road)
- State Route: 346 (West Washington road)
