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Rotary Contributes To Eagle Project
Coudersport Rotary Club was very pleased to present a $200 check to Dalton Miller for his Eagle Project at their January 30, 2023, meeting at A&W West End Grill.
Dalton will build a “Care Closet” at the Coudersport Jr/Sr High School for students who need personal hygiene items, non-perishable food, and clothing items.
2 facing drug charges after deadly Elk County overdose, police say
ELK COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Two people are facing multiple drug charges after officers responded to a fatal overdose in Elk County Wednesday, according to police.
According to a criminal complaint, Crystal Hause, 37, arranged a meeting through Facebook messages to meet Dustin Smith, 39, in order to purchase drugs for the victim.
Police say that, once Hause obtained the drugs, she delivered them to the victim who then smoked heroin and fentanyl. Read more here………..
Causer Announces Local Fire, Ambulance Grants
BRADFORD – Fire and emergency response organizations in Cameron, McKean and Potter counties have been awarded more than $425,000 in grants from the state, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) announced today.
“Our fire and EMS companies across the state, and especially in rural areas like ours, are struggling financially and these grants go a long way toward helping to meet their needs,” Causer said. “We owe a great debt of gratitude to the men and women who work so hard to protect our communities, and I am pleased we can continue to support them with this valuable funding.”
The funding comes from an ongoing grant program created by the Legislature and administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). All funding comes from the proceeds from slot machine gaming, and not General Fund tax revenue.
Since its inception, the program has provided more than $8.2 million in funding to fire and ambulance companies in the three-county area. Projects eligible for funding include construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, purchase or repair of equipment, training, or reduction of existing debt.
Following is a list of local fire and ambulance companies and the amount of their grant awards. All companies that apply and meet requirements outlined by OSFC receive funding. Companies must file a grant agreement with OFSC to receive their grants.
Cameron County
- Cameron County Ambulance Service Inc., Emporium – $10,000.
- Emporium Fire Department Inc., Emporium – $11,861.25.
- Mountaineer Search and Rescue, Emporium – $11,861.25.
McKean County
- Bradford City Fire Department, Bradford – $10,000 for EMS operations; $15,000 for fire company operations.
- Bradford Township Volunteer Fire Department, Bradford – $15,000.
- Clermont Volunteer Fire Department, Mount Jewett – $11,861.25.
- Corydon Township Volunteer Fire Department, Bradford – $12,598.14.
- Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department, Derrick City – $12,598.14.
- Hilltop Volunteer Fire Department, Cyclone – $12,106.88.
- Kane Volunteer Fire Department, Kane – $11,861.25.
- Lafayette Township Volunteer Fire Department, Lewis Run – $12,106.88.
- Lewis Run Volunteer Fire Department, Lewis Run – $11,861.25.
- Mount Jewett Area Ambulance Association, Mount Jewett – $10,000.
- Mount Jewett Volunteer Fire Department, Mount Jewett – $12,106.88.
- Norwich Township Fire Department, Crosby – $11,861.25
- Otto Township Volunteer Fire Department, Duke Center – $11,861.25.
- Port Allegany Fire Department, Star Hose Company No. 1, Port Allegany – $15,000.
- Port Area Ambulance Service Inc., Port Allegany – $10,000.
- Smethport Fire Department Inc., Smethport – $12,045.
Potter County
- Austin Volunteer Fire Department, Austin – $10,000 for EMS operations; $13,335.03 for fire company operations.
- Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance Association, Coudersport – $10,000.
- Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department, Coudersport – $15,000.
- Gale Hose Company No. 1 Inc., Galeton – $10,000 for EMS services.
- Genesee Volunteer Fire Department Inc., Genesee – $10,000 for EMS operations; $11,861.25 for fire company operations.
- Germania Fire Company, Galeton – $11,861.25.
- Goodyear Hose Company No. 1 Inc., Galeton – $12,598.14.
- Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Company, Harrison Valley – $13,826.29.
- Kettle Creek Ambulance Association, Cross Fork – $5,567.
- Kettle Creek Hose Company No. 1, Cross Fork – $11,861.25.
- Roulette Chemical Engine No. 1 Inc., Roulette – $10,000 for EMS operations; $12,352.51 for fire company operations.
- Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department, Shinglehouse – $12,598.14.
- Tri-Town Fire Company, Ulysses – $13,826.29.
HAMILTON-GIBSON’S WINTER THEATRE ARTS CAMP IN ELKLAND TO END WITH PUBLIC PERFORMANCES OF THE MUSICAL “CATS” THIS SATURDAY, FEB. 4
At 7 p.m. this Saturday, Feb. 4, the 35 fourth through tenth graders participating in Hamilton-Gibson’s Winter Theatre Arts Camp are giving public performances of the one-hour adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical “Cats” at the Clark Wood Elementary School Auditorium at 110 Addison Hill Road in Elkland.
All of the characters in the play are cats of various ages and sizes, each with a distinct personality.
The show is a full hour of singing and dancing with very little dialogue. The music is unique and fun as are the costumes, make-up and scenery.
Admission is Pay-What-You-Can at the door.
AUDITIONS FOR ALL AGES FOR HG’S WOMEN’S PROJECT “THE MOONS OF JUPITER” ARE THIS SATURDAY, FEB. 4 AND THIS COMING MONDAY, FEB. 6
Auditions for three male and eight female roles and the 11-member Greek chorus for “The Moons of Jupiter,” a play being produced by Hamilton-Gibson’s Women’s Project, are this Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. and this coming Monday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Warehouse Theatre Gallery at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro.
Auditions for the chorus only will be at 9 a.m. this Saturday, Feb. 4, also in the Gallery. “That should make it faster for those auditioning for the chorus only,” said Director Lilace Guignard.
“The job of the Greek chorus is to explain to the audience what has happened in the world,” she said.
“I am encouraging children, teenagers and adults to try out for the Greek chorus, especially those who are interested in being on stage but not in memorizing a lot of lines,” said Guignard.
“It’s important to me that children who can memorize some lines and follow directions be part of the Greek chorus because they are most affected by climate change, which is what this play is about,” Guignard said.
“On the other hand, I know the script might not be as much fun for children. Even though there are fun and silly moments and it ends with hope, the overall play does not shy away from dark intensity,” she said.
The eight female roles are: one astrophysicist, three goddesses who are the daughters of Zeus, and four famous male scientists. The three roles for men are: Zeus, king of the gods, his son Hermes and a bartender.
Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, April 21 and 22 and at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 23 in the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro.
For more information about the auditions, email the director at lilacemellin@gmail.com or call the Hamilton-Gibson office at 570-724-2079.
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Auburn Twp, Susquehanna County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2/02/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Auburn Twp, Susquehanna county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-02-02 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Ridgway Twp, Elk County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/31/2023 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Ridgway Twp, Elk county. SWMA 610(1) – UNLAWFUL CONDUCT – Person dumped or deposited, or permitted the dumping or depositing, of solid waste onto the surface of the ground or underground or into the waters of the Commonwealth, without a permit for the dumping of such solid wastes from DEP. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-01-31 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Winter Market is the first Saturday of the month at the Riley Gallery on Main St., Coudersport from 10 am to 2 pm
The Potter County Farmers Winter Market will be indoors at the Riley Gallery, next to the Crittenden, the first Saturday of the month from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The next market will be this Saturday, February 4th. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Saturday. We will have a selection of goat milk soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, and bath bombs. We have many scents back in stock. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.
BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce. We will have sweet winter carrots, spaghetti squash, butternut squash and more. Stop by and learn more about our CSA Shares. We accept cash, credit cards, and SNAP. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the February 4th Farmers Market with artisan breads, requested breads, take out soup, cookies, jams from local fruit, and sweet treats. Taking requests for during the month delivery or for next months market.
BLACK CATS AND PAPERCRAFTS is planning on being there with charms, quilled paper light boxes, wall hangings, hair accessories, paper and resin jewelry and other assorted paper crafts. We also have some Valentines cards and gifts. For more information, or to make a custom order contact Leon at blackcatsandpapercrafts@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page to see sneak peeks of the new things we’re making at https://facebook.com/blackcatsandpapercrafts
WINTER OUTING SERIES CONTINUES THIS WEEKEND FEB. 3-5 AND NEXT FEB. 10-12
Around 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 99 Main Street in Wellsboro during this year’s Wellsboro Winter Celebration, adults, teens and children can sit on the Old Man Winter Throne made of ice as friends and relatives take their pictures.
The Winter Outing Series continues this weekend with Winter Women in the Wilds Feb. 3-5 at the Sinnemahoning State Park Wildlife Center; Community Climbing Day this Saturday, Feb. 4 at Mansfield University; and Winter Adventure Snowshoe or Hike at Lyman Run State Park this Sunday, Feb. 5.
Next weekend will be the Wellsboro Winter Celebration Friday to Sunday, Feb. 10, 11 & 12 and Snowshoeing Basics on Saturday, Feb. 11 at Sinnemahoning State Park with registration by Thursday, Feb. 9.
Registration is Closed for Winter Women in the Wilds Feb. 3-5
Registration is closed and the wait list is full for Winter Women in the Wilds, a fun opportunity to learn outdoor skills this Friday, Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. through Sunday, Feb. 5 at 1 p.m. at the Sinnemahoning State Park Wildlife Center at 4843 Park Drive in Austin, Potter County. For information about the winter program, email SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov or call the park office at 1-814-647-8401.
Beginners of All Ages Can Climb the Wall Free at MU on Saturday, Feb. 4
Beginners of all ages, individuals and families with children are invited to participate in Community Climbing Day to experience the climbing wall for free on Saturday, Feb. 4 between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Mansfield University’s Kelchner Fitness Center at 80 Clinton Street in Mansfield. Registration is not required. The climbing wall is 80 feet wide by 29 feet tall. Provided free will be guidance by trained staff and climbing gear to get newcomers off the ground. For more information or for answers to questions, email Director Amy DeLozier at aletts@commonwealthu.edu or call the center at 570-662-4865.
Free Lyman Run Winter Snowshoe or Hike is This Sunday, Feb. 5
For the free Winter Adventure Hike or Snowshoe, meet outdoorsmen Chip Harrison and John Halter at 1 p.m. this Sunday, Feb. 5in the Day Use parking lot at Lyman Run State Park at 454 Lyman Run Road, Galeton, PA 16922. Adults and children old enough to handle wearing snowshoes are welcome to participate. Following an introduction to using snowshoes and a short snowshoe, the group will leave from the parking lot, cross the road and begin the one-mile out-and-back snowshoe that will take them to the Lyman Lake beach area and then on Fisherman’s Trail and Lyman Lake, depending on conditions. Those who own snowshoes are encouraged to bring them. Snowshoes will also be available and provided free for those who don’t have them. Wear waterproof boots, dress appropriately for the weather and bring snacks and water. This winter outing may be cancelled due to trail conditions or become a traditional hike if there isn’t enough snow. For more information, call 570-439-1826 or 1-814-435-5010.
Snowshoeing is a great way to explore Sinnemahoning State Park trails in winter. New to the sport? No problem. Park staff will help get people started from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11at the Sinnemahoning State Park Wildlife Center at 4843 Park Drive in Austin, Potter County. Snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided. This program will begin indoors with an introduction to snowshoeing equipment and styles, followed by guided practice instruction on level ground and then a short excursion on the trail. If snow depth is insufficient for snowshoeing, the indoor portion of the program will still be held, followed by a 2- to 3-mile nature hike. Registration for this free program is required by Thursday, Feb. 9. Register online through the DCNR Calendar of Events. Questions? Call the park office at 1-814-647-8401 or email SinnemahoningSP@pa.gov.
Wellsboro Winter Celebration is Friday to Sunday, Feb. 10, 11 & 12
On Saturday, Feb. 11 from 12 noon to 2:30 p.m. will be a free Introduction to Cross-County Skiing on The Green, a park in the heart of downtown Wellsboro. Kids can try out cross-country skis with basic instruction. Tubing races will also be held at 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at this popular in-town event as part of the Wellsboro Winter Celebration. Also on Feb. 11 ice carvers will create a throne for children and adults to sit on and have their pictures taken by friends and relatives at 99 Main Street around 9 a.m. The carvers will then demonstrate their skills by creating four other ice masterpieces on the sidewalks in front of downtown Main Street businesses beginning at 11 a.m. The last sculpture will be finished by 3 p.m. The public is invited to watch the carvers work and ask them questions. It’s free. Find more information on the entire weekend at wellsboropa.com or call the Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce at 570-724-1926.
FMI: To learn more about Winter Outing events or for updates on snow and ice, trail conditions, directions and more, search for Step Outdoors Tioga County on Facebook or visit www.stepoutdoors.org.
Free Jazz Concert Saturday in Bradford
On Saturday, February 4, the Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center will present a free performance by the Mark Kellogg Jazz Quintet in the Harriett B. Wick Chapel on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
The group features Mark Kellogg on trombone and euphonium, vocalist Amy Azzara, Christopher Azzara on piano, Kyle Vock on bass, and Eric Schmitz on drums. Music includes songs by Duke Ellington, Brooks Bowman, Hoagy Carmichael and Johnny Mercer, Richard Rogers and Lorenz Hart, and other American greats. The program will also include original music written and composed by members of the ensemble.
This performance is free and open to everyone. Seating is open. Reservations are not required. Doors open at 6:30 and the performance will begin at 7:00 p.m. The chapel is located at 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, Pa. 16701
Coterra Energy Donates to the Seneca Highlands Career & Technology Center
EITC Grants Assist Students and Technical Programs at Seneca Highlands Tech
Seneca Highlands Career & Technical Center administrators welcomed a donation from Coterra Energy in the form of Educational Improvement Tax Credits (EITC) donated to the school. SHCTC, based in Port Allegany, is one of 26 career and technology centers, small and large, that Coterra has assisted across the state since 2010. To date, more than $1.3 million in EITC grants have been distributed by Coterra in Pennsylvania to help students cover the costs of instructional material, testing supplies, uniforms, and certifications.
SHCTC’s Kimberly Mooney and Kristin Hawver worked together to coordinate the EITC scholarships for 28 students this year. According to Mooney, the funds were used for technology, educational, and workplace items, such as computers, tools, workwear, and general purpose implements based on individual programs.
“The students report that the purchases assisted them on their career path and in finding employment,” Mooney related. “Whether it was for college or career readiness, the scholarship monies aided in course work and the ability to become self-reliant and have the necessary materials for the trade and to enter the workforce.”
Coterra’s EITC program has grown steadily through the years, doubling in scope in 2019 after a lull in the natural gas industry. CTC’s are seen as a natural incubator for the skilled workers needed by Pennsylvania’s growing industry sector, including natural gas production.
“We’re excited for the jobs that are ahead, and we are making sure that we have the workforce for this next phase in Pennsylvania’s economic development,” said Coterra director of external affairs George Stark. Trade schools like SHCTC, he noted, are training the workforce today for tomorrow that make them productive members of society.
“If our Career and Technical Center did not have this scholarship money, many students would be without some of the items they need that are helpful and required in a clinical setting, cooperative education placement, and in the next step of their educational/employment journey,” Hawver stated.
The program is administered by Commonwealth Charitable Management (CCM), which has partnered with Coterra Energy for over 10 years in support of Career & Technology students across Pennsylvania. CCM program manager Melissa Turlip related that “Building a future relies on a variety of industries,” citing welding, auto mechanics, health services and engineering technology among specialized fields that are always in demand.
“Our Center is very grateful and blessed to have sponsors like Coterra Energy that support students to become successful and motivated in pursuing their dreams,” Mooney remarked. “We are pulling from rural areas that have a high need for financial assistance.”
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Administrators and students at Seneca Highlands Career & Technical Center express their gratitude to Coterra Energy for the donation of Educational Improvement Tax Credits that help cover out-of-pocket expenses for materials needed by students to complete their programs or move into the workforce.
Scialabba Hosts Policy Hearing on Workforce Development
CRANBERRY – Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) hosted a policy hearing today with members of the House Republican Policy Committee and the public, which focused on how to develop our workforce to meet the needs of Pennsylvania employers and consumers.
“In order for Pennsylvania to be competitive against surrounding states, we must be leaders of innovation,” said Scialabba. “The success of small businesses is a critical component of our economy, and it starts with addressing the workforce shortages plaguing our employers.”
Held at the Cranberry Township Municipal Building in Cranberry, the policy hearing’s testifiers were:
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Global Pharma Healthcare Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops Due to Possible Contamination
Global Pharma Healthcare is voluntarily recalling all lots within expiry of their Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops, distributed by /EzriCare, LLC- and Delsam Pharma, to the consumer level, due to possible contamination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) alerted FDA to an investigation of a multi-state cluster of Verona Integron-mediated Metallo-β-lactamase (VIM)- and Guiana-Extended Spectrum-β-Lactamase (GES)- producing carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa (VIM-GES-CRPA) infections possibly associated with the use of the artificial tears manufactured by Global Pharma Healthcare. To date, there are 55 reports of adverse events including eye infections, permanent loss of vision, and a death with a bloodstream infection.
Risk Statement: Use of contaminated artificial tears can result in the risk of eye infections that could result in blindness.
IBSA Pharma Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Select Lots of TIROSINT®-SOL (levothyroxine sodium) Oral Solution Due to Subpotency
IBSA Pharma Inc. is voluntarily recalling 27 lots of TIROSINT®-SOL (levothyroxine sodium) Oral Solution to the consumer level. This voluntary recall has been initiated because these lots may be subpotent. The company’s analyses show a slight decrease below 95.0% of its labeled amount in levothyroxine sodium (T4) for some lots.
County Line 4-H News
On Sunday (January 29) we had our third 4-H meeting. It was held at my farm, Echo Valley Farm. We worked with lamb and piglets. Little Buddy, who is a lamb, needed to have his vaccine. He also needed his tail docked, ear tagged and castrated. He didn’t have a very good day. I got to band his tail. Miley got to tag his ear. Mom gave him a shot. Then Natale held him while mom showed and helped Jessicia to band his testicles. Tails’ piglets needed their iron shot and vitamin shot. They were born just the day before. We each held one and my mom gave them shots. We left Trouble’s piglets alone because she doesn’t like strangers. We talked about why this stuff is needed and how to keep newborn piglets and lambs warm. We washed our hands and had snacks. It was a fun meeting. Maddie, Rolland, Miley, Rosalie, Talyah, Avaree, Ryleigh, Natale, and Maeson. All attend this 4-H meeting. We will see you next time.
Muccio announces re-election bid for Coroner
| Muccio announces re-election bid for Coroner Michelle A. Muccio of St. Marys, has announced her candidacy for re-election for Elk County Coroner. Michelle is a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Elk County Christian High School. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Funeral Service Management as well as a Diploma in Funeral Directing and Embalming from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. She is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and owns the Lynch-Green Funeral Home in St. Marys, as well as funeral homes in Ridgway and Kersey. Her mortuary education provided significant medical training in anatomy and pathology, as well as extensive training in identifying cause and manner of death. She is also highly trained in the medical and psychological aspects surrounding a death, and has attended yearly conferences and training seminars to remain current with all aspects of the Coroner’s Office. She is currently working towards her ABMDI certification (American Board of Medico-Legal Death Investigators). Muccio took office in January of 2012 and has investigated more than 1400 deaths while in office. She has evaluated and authorized more than 1500 cremations. Michelle feels that she continues to be the most qualified for this position given her formal education in death care, her experience serving as coroner and the excellent relationships forged with the local fire departments, police and ambulance personnel. In her tenure as coroner, the office has run smoothly and she has been fiscally responsible with her yearly budget. Muccio is a member of the Pennsylvania Coroner’s Association where she serves on the Vital Statistics and Nominations Committees. She also sits on the MDAIR Team (Medication Death and Incident Review Team), which evaluates and offers guidance for deaths involving prescription medications designed to aid with addiction treatment. She also also pioneered two community-minded programs, one being the Cribs for Kids Program, which provides cribs to families who otherwise wouldn’t have access to a safe sleep space for their child, and the second is the Elder Justice Coalition, which helps bring awareness and education to older adults. She states that a great deal of time and dedication is required to serve as Coroner, and that she has served and will continue to serve the community with utmost compassion and professionalism. Her main objective is to ensure that the respect and privacy of both the decedent and their family is foremost in every situation. The Coroner is responsible for things such as investigating unattended deaths, issuing death certificates, and issuing cremation authorizations to area funeral directors. The coroner must work closely with local and state authorities during death investigations as well as be available around the clock when needed, something Muccio states is already second nature to her. She is grateful for the support that has been shown to her over her last 12 years in office from the community, the EMS providers, the Fire Departments, and Elkland Search and Rescue. Michelle and her family live in St. Marys and are members of Sacred Heart Church, where she also serves on Parish Council. She is also a member of the Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association. The continued support from the community is greatly appreciated, and Michelle would also appreciate write-ins on the Democratic ticket. |
Capitol Update by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint)
 FacebookWebsiteBioLatest NewsState FormsPhoto GalleryContact Capitol Update Friday, February 3, 2023The latest news from the State Capitol Think Spring! Trout Stocking Schedules Available  The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced this week its 2023 trout stocking schedules are now available online and on the FishBoatPA mobile app.The PFBC will stock approximately 3.2 million adult trout in 697 streams and 126 lakes open to public angling. Stocking is set to begin the week of Feb. 21 in advance of the statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day on Saturday, March 25, and the statewide opening day of trout season on Saturday, April 1. The 2023 adult trout stocking schedule is searchable by county, lists the waterways in alphabetical order, and indicates stocking dates and the species of trout that will be stocked. For more information about stocking, fishing and licensing, click here. Property Tax and Rent Rebate Clinics Start This Month  Now that the 2022 Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program is open, my office is hosting a series of events to help you apply. There is no cost for assistance, and no appointments are needed. If you are unable to attend any of the clinics, assistance is also available at my offices in Bradford, Coudersport and Kane.The first of the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Clinics will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 15-16. The schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Feb. 15 • Eldred Senior Center, 169 Main St., Eldred – 9:30-11 a.m. • Ulysses Senior Center, 522 Main St., Ulysses – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Smethport Senior Center, 119 W. Main St., Smethport – noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 • Galeton Senior Center, 111 Germania St., Galeton – 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Kane Senior Center, 100 N. Fraley St., Kane – 1-3 p.m. Click here to view the full schedule. The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters, and half of Social Security income is excluded. The maximum standard rebate is $650, but supplemental rebates for certain qualifying homeowners can boost rebates to $975. The Revenue Department automatically calculates supplemental rebates for qualifying homeowners. The deadline to apply for a rebate is June 30. Rebates will be distributed beginning July 1, as required by law. Additional information, as well as claim forms and a link to apply online, are available at www.revenue.pa.gov. Leading House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee  I am honored to be appointed Republican chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy (ERE) Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.Now more than ever, Pennsylvania’s role as an energy producer is vital to the future of our Commonwealth and our nation. I look forward to advancing policies that will grow our energy industry and opposing those that seek to crush it. The Environmental Resources and Energy Committee has broad jurisdiction over the state’s energy resources and development. This includes regulations and conservation efforts; initiatives related to public lands and their renewable resources; policies affecting surface mining, coal, oil and gas, forestry, and mineral leasing; and oversight of air and water resources. The committee also has legislative oversight of the departments of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). I was also reappointed to the Pennsylvania Grade Crude Development Advisory Council, which was created to advise and assist the DEP to prevent overregulation of the conventional oil and gas industry, and to develop a plan to increase production of Pennsylvania grade crude. I was also appointed to serve on the Environmental Quality Board, a 20-member board which is responsible for reviewing and giving final approval to DEP regulations. Did You Hear? Mount Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Selected As Pennsylvania’s 2023 Trail Of The Year  The Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee has named the Mount Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Pennsylvania’s 2023 Trail of the Year. The annual designation aims to help build enthusiasm and support for trails across the state, and to raise public awareness about the value of Pennsylvania’s land and water trail network. The Commonwealth is home to approximately 12,000 miles of trails. The Mount Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail is a 7.8-mile-long section of the larger Knox and Kane Rail Trail in McKean County. The former rail line now provides a level trail for walking, jogging, biking and horseback riding. In winter months, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are also popular. Congratulations to the Mount Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Club and its partners, the Knox and Kane Rail Trail and Kinzua Bridge State Park, for this important recognition! Learn more here. |
PDA Roundup: PA Awarded $8.8 Million Funding Boost for Low-Income Senior Nutrition Programs
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Biosecurity is most important for anyone who owns or works with poultry – whether on a commercial farm, in the wild, or a backyard flock. Pennsylvanians should take proper steps to keep HPAI from spreading. Biosecurity Checklist |
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 Pennsylvania Awarded $8.8 Million Funding Boost, Plus Performance-Based Increase for Low-Income Senior Nutrition Programs The Shapiro Administration has announced that there will be a more than $8.8 million increase in federal funding for food access for low-income seniors through the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.Read MoreSenior Food Box Program |
 Department Of Human Services Alerts Pennsylvanians About The End Of Emergency Allotment And Other SNAP Changes, Urges Support Of Charitable Food NetworkPennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Acting Secretary Val Arkoosh advised Pennsylvanians of upcoming changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Due to passage of the recent federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, starting in March, SNAP recipient households will no longer receive the Emergency Allotment (EA) additional payment created during the COVID-19 public health emergency and will resume receiving one SNAP payment per month. Read More |
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 The Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention brought together hundreds of growers in the northeast to Hershey, PA to learn, network, and enjoy the fruits of their labor. Acting Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding joined attendees at the Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention banquet for an evening of celebration and remembrance. See More |
 In addition to the Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention banquet, Acting Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding attended the Apple Growers Reception and ice cream social that was held at the convention. Executive Deputy Secretary, Greg Hostetter, joined the PA Co-Operative Potato Growers Reception. Did you know that PA has the 5th highest number of fruit and vegetable farms in the U.S.? See More |
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| The Census of Agriculture is a complete count of U.S. farms and ranches and the people who operate them. For America’s farmers and ranchers, the Census of Agriculture is their voice, their future, and their opportunity. Response Deadline: February 6, 2023Learn More |
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 Dairy Excellence Grants Open for Applications The Dairy Excellence Grant is ideal for Pennsylvania dairy producers who want to improve cow comfort, milk production per cow, or overall efficiency on their dairy farm. Leveraging funds provided through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, this is a competitive grant program that offers up to a 50 percent, or up to a maximum matching level of $5,000, to dairy farms approved into the program. Deadline: February 28, 2023Apply |
| Mid-Atlantic Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species Funding Opportunity The Mid-Atlantic Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species (MAPAIS) is offering a small grants competition to encourage interested groups and individuals to submit proposals for possible funding. Approximately $30,000 in funding is available to support several one-year aquatic invasive species projects. Proposals must be submitted as one PDF file to MAP-Proposals@mdsg.umd.edu Deadline: March 20, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Learn More |
| Legal Webinars Offered by Penn State Penn State’s Center for Agricultural and Shale Law is offering a free quarterly Zoom webinar series covering U.S. dairy industry legal and regulatory developments with an in-depth focus topic presentation. In addition, a free six-webinar series that focuses on legal-planning for specialty crop producers is available. |
| PA Preferred Organic and ESI need your input! Join PA Preferred Organic and Econsult Solutions (ESI) for one of two virtual roundtable discussions on Organic Farming in Pennsylvania. These interactive roundtables will focus on the launch of PA Preferred and ESI’s new analysis on the Economic Impact and Future of Organic Agriculture in Pennsylvania. We need to hear from you about the future of Organic Agriculture in PA, what role the Commonwealth should play, and the opportunities and challenges for agriculture producers. Sign up for a roundtable at the link below:Roundtable Sign Up |
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Oswayo Valley Middle/High School Announces Honor Roll
February 3, 2023
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA. Mr. Erich Zaun, Principal, has announced the following students, grades six through twelve, have been named to the Honor Roll for the second 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, Liberty Enty, Makenzie Good, Karielle Johnston, Trinity Lundy, Ella Malogrino, Sean McKean, Lexie Stilson
GRADE 11: Nikolas Bonney, Khloe Carpenter, Olivia Cook, Hannah Cudzil, Madelynn Evingham, Brooke George, Maddison Gietler, Mallory Goodliff, Elexis Hagans, Alexis Kemp, Laci Miller-Geiger, Naomi Mix, Oai Linh Nguyen, Praylan Perkins, Lily Stedman, Holden Turek
GRADE 10: Charlotte Austin-Keech, Addison Bechelli, Abram Cook, Layken Enty, Landon Flurschutz, Lauren Hedges, Wyatt Johnston, Sophia Komenda, Shayden Mesler, Chloe Metcalf, Madison Taylor, Rylee Thompson, Brooke Voorhees, Eva West, Danielle Williams
GRADE 9: Lucas Dickerson, Luke Karr, Trevor Miller, John Mix, Soi Sang Nguyen, Rachel Rathbun, Mia Shaffer, Wynter Turek
GRADE 8: Elizabeth Freeman, Sage McCleaft, Aubrey Resig, Dana Williams, Jenna Wylie
GRADE 7: Reese Thompson
HONOR ROLL
GRADE 12: Nicholas Flamini, Zain Harvey, Jillian Maurer, Allen Mertsock, Hayden Skiver, John Wylie
GRADE 10: Maddison Austin, Jadyn Fleischman, Shania Jobe, MaKenna Manning, Aidan Resig, Phinyaphat Senanooch
GRADE 9: Braiden Bachand, Jude Colbey, KayLynn George, Dain Lyons, Patrick McMahon, Lachlan Tabacheck
GRADE 8: Ella Bee, Travis Coriaty
GRADE 7: Colden Bryant, Amberdale Burks, Kaitlynn Costello, Landon Enty, Makiah Jandrew, Triton Mascho, Bowen Taylor
GRADE 6: Joshua Hoffman, Rachael Long, Olivia Metcalf, Alec Resig, Lane West, Emily Wood
…WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
SATURDAY…
Wind Chill Advisory issued February 03 at 10:13AM EST until February 04 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo
DESCRIPTION: …WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as
20 to 25 below zero.
* WHERE…Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany & Cattaraugus counties.
* WHEN…Until 10 AM EST Saturday.
Think About It
Internal or External?
By
B.J. Knefley
Approximately 30 years ago I developed asthma. The exact reasons and source of the problem was never identified. I went through all sorts of tests to identify allegiants, but none could be found that would have given me that type of response. Every winter I’d suffer from acute asthma despite being on a regiment of medications throughout the year. Once it happened, steroids we prescribed and eventually I’d recover, and spring would be here, and I’d be okay until the following winter. This year has been no different except that this time we did some blood work and found that the type of asthma that I’m dealing with isn’t caused by outside allegiants but rather something in my own white blood cells. I’m being attacked from within. What would normally be the bodies response to fight off infection is causing inflammation in my lungs. The result of course is acute asthma. Now to find the right course of treatment that will address the real culprit, my own body. What is causing my physical body is an internal problem has made me think of how our emotional health is also more apt to be an internal problem as well.
Our emotional and spiritual response to life is more often caused by our responses to external stimulation. In Mark 7:15, Jesus said, “It’s not what goes into your body that defiles you; you are defiled by what comes from your heart.” When we see things happening to us, we become victims. Our anger, fears, worry and anxiety all come from within us. We give our control away to others who then manipulate us with their words and behaviors, but we allow that. We give our power away to others. We allow them to control our feelings and emotions. We wonder why we’re a wreck not realizing that we’re doing it to ourselves. We think we’re being attacked from the outside while all the time it’s our internal responses that are causing the problem. Changing the inward response means changing the way we think and respond. It’s not if someone or something would change, it’s if we would change. That’s internal not external. Sadly, many see the irritants in life as the problem while all along it’s our response to the irritants. Remember, the only power you have is the one over yourself, never others or things. Think about it.
