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McKean County Juvenile Probation Placement Specialist Wanted
NOTICE OF VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: McKean County Juvenile Probation Placement Specialist
PAY RATE: $39,643.50 ($20.33/hr.)
37.5 hours per week
The Placement Specialist position performs duties and responsibilities consistent with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Juvenile Act, Rules of Juvenile Court Procedure, Principles of Balanced and Restorative Justice, and Juvenile Justice Evidence-Based Practices. The mission and purpose of the Juvenile Act mandates that youth who commit delinquent acts be provided “programs of supervision, care and rehabilitation which provide balanced attention to the protection of the community, the imposition of accountability for offenses committed and the development of competencies to enable children to become responsible and productive members of the community.”
The Placement Specialist is responsible for working with youth in court ordered placement and community aftercare settings to ensure community safety, accountability to crime victims, compliance with conditions of supervision and court orders, and competency program participation. Responsibilities further include employing evidenced-based practices which may include screens/assessments, interventions, and treatment approaches that have been demonstrated by research to work most effectively to reduce recidivism with juvenile offenders. Assisting crime victims, as well as, supervision of offenders will occur in the placement facilities, office, school, home and community settings and at times will require non-traditional work hours (nights and weekends), travel and on-call responsibilities.
A bachelor’s degree which includes an academic background of 18 credits in the behavioral and/or social sciences with a minimum of 1 year in probation, or any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience working with at-risk youth or victims preferred. Successful completion of New Probation Officer Orientation classes will be required during probationary period. Must complete forty (40) hours of training annually. Applicant must hold a valid driver’s license, pass pre-employment drug screening, be able to obtain criminal record and child abuse clearances as well as successfully complete any additional Human Resources requirements. As a condition of employment, employee must attend the County Probation and Parole Officers’ Firearm Education and Training Commission Basic Training Academy and upon successful completion carry a firearm in the performance of duties.
Submit a résumé, cover letter, unofficial transcripts and a completed McKean County application for employment to:
John Bickford, Chief
McKean County Juvenile Probation
500 West Main Street
Smethport, PA 16749
Pre-Employment Application can be found on Human Resources webpage: http://www.mckeancountypa.org/departments/human_resources/index.php
SMETHPORT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Is Hiring Multiple Postions
The SMETHPORT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT is accepting applications for the following professional positions effective for the beginning of the 2023-24 school year at Smethport Area Jr.-Sr. High School:
·English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher – English 7-12 PA Certification required
·Foreign Language Teacher – Spanish and/or German PA Certification required
Send a letter of interest, PA Standard Teaching Application, transcripts, three current letters of recommendation, and clearances.
·Jr.-Sr. High School Secretary
This is a 12-month position with competitive salary and benefits. Anticipated start date is May 15, 2023. Send a letter of interest, current resume, three current letters of recommendation, and clearances.
Please mail to Smethport Area School District Admin Office, Attn: Mrs. Crystal Woodard, 414 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749 or email to applications@smethportschools.com. Application deadline is March 21, 2023 at 3:00 pm. EOE.
S.W. Smith Memorial Public Library in Port Allegany seeks a new member for the library team!
Job Title: PART-TIME Circulation Desk Staff
Location: S.W. Smith Memorial Library 201 East Maple Street Port Allegany, PA 16743
Job Summary: We are looking for a congenial person who has the ability to multitask with interruptions, manage priorities, and communicate with a personable demeanor. A background in providing outstanding customer service is a plus. The Circulation Desk Staff member will greet, direct, and provide information to library users. They will also perform a variety of circulation, reference, internet resource, and general office tasks related to basic library services.
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to lift 10 lbs. or more. Must have current computer skills able to work with Microsoft Word, internet resources, and the ability to learn Library Management System software. Applicant must provide on date of hire the following three required clearances: PA State Police Criminal Record Check; PA Child Abuse History Clearance; and FBI fingerprint-based background check. Applicants must complete a PA Mandated Reporter online training within a month of hire.
Schedule: 2-3 days per week plus some Saturdays as needed.
Pay: $8.50 per hour
Application Deadline: April 1, 2023
Application Requirements: cover letter, résumé, three professional references
Send Application Requirements to: swsmith@swsmithlibrary.org or mail to
Mary Grace Collier-Kisler, Library Director
201 East Maple Street Port Allegany, PA 16743
POTTER 4-H VOLUNTEERS
Figure 1: Thankful Batterson leads a workshop on compass navigation
There are over 6,000 volunteers working with the 4-H program in Pennsylvania. Each of these individuals are trusted to mentor, guide, and support youth members through club meetings, hands-on programming, competitions, and mentorship. In Potter County, these volunteers are essential for sharing 4-H programming with members. This group provides members the opportunity to spend time together, learn new skills, and grow into true leaders over the course of their time in the 4-H program. Volunteers work to organize club events, teach specific project areas and interests, and guide activities. These trusted adults are the ones which youth the youth members form relationships, build connections, and ask for advice.
Potter County 4-H appreciates the hard work and dedication of each all its volunteers throughout the years. These passionate adults use their interests and expertise to address the needs of youth throughout the county. Once someone becomes a volunteer with 4-H, they are given the opportunity to learn alongside participants, facilitate learning in subjects that personally interest them, and guide youth into fulfilling their potential as lifelong learners through the program. Whether our volunteers choose to become a lifelong supporter, or assist annually with a specific event, the 4-H program appreciates the dedication of all adult volunteers that work to make the best better, develop youth leaders, and support youth programming through Penn State Extension.
To learn more about becoming a volunteer or participating in the 4-H program, call the Potter County Extension office at 814-274-8540 or email sqg5901@psu.edu. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Small Churches Providing Community Impact Is Focus of New Video-Book Discussion Group
How small churches, many of which are closing their doors every day, can thrive locally and even extend their impacts nationally and internationally is the subject of a video-book study being made available to the public by the United Church of Friendship (UCF).
Weekly sessions are being conducted from 10AM to 11:30AM Mondays at The Carter House Community Ministry Center at 37 East Main Street.
The six-chapter study explores how a church in Canada, where its 10 members were about to close its doors, was revitalized, spawning many new churches in the Saskatchewan province, along with a Bible college and many new ministries.
Flickering Lamps – Christ & His Church was developed and written by Henry Blackaby, an internationally known pastor and speaker and author of the Experiencing God – Knowing and Doing the Will of God study, and his son, Richard.
The book, accompanied by video commentary, traces the path of Christ’s purpose and plans for His church, and His presence, power, provision and pre-eminence in fulfilling such purposes.
The study was written at the request of a major church denomination as a guide to help reverse the trend of several thousand struggling or declining churches in the United States curtailing operations each year.
UCF Pastor Kirk Kirch, who is facilitating the non-denominational study, says it provides a “powerful testimony as to how churches and communities can be revitalized by focusing on the Lord’s plan for leading the way.”
He said the Friendship church is pleased to be able to provide this opportunity to pastors, church leaders, congregants and the general public throughout the area to “help develop and re-develop local churches as significant assets for community outreach to those in need.”
Blackaby’s original Experiencing God video-discussion series also is being offered to the public at The Carter House at separate weekly sessions from 9:45AM to 10:45AM Sundays or 1:30PM to 2:30PM Thursdays.
Further information and pre-registration for Flickering Lamps is available at grammakirch@gmail.com or (585) 973-7951, with the regular retail book cost of $11.95 plus shipping being reduced to $5 total as a result of community churches outreach ministry support from Allegany Hope, Inc.
Otto-Eldred Quarterfinals Streamed Online Today
Otto-Eldred School District
O-E will stream Saturday’s PIAA Quarterfinals from Penn West Clarion on our YouTube channel.
Thank you to our alumni, parents and community members for sponsoring this cost!
Otto Eldred – YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/ottoeldred
HOVIS RUSH STOCK CARS TO JOIN RUSH LATE MODELS & RUSH PRO MODS AT NEWLY SANCTIONED Freedom Motorsports Park IN 2023
By Mike Leone
(Delevan, NY)…Recently the Hovis Auto & Truck Supply RUSH Racing Series presented by Born2Run Lubricants announced that Freedom Motorsports Park had signed on to be a weekly-sanctioned track for the RUSH Late Models and RUSH Pro Mods in 2023. Now the Series is excited to announce that Freedom will also run the RUSH Stock Car division on Friday nights at the 1/3-mile western New York dirt track operated by Bob Reis!
Freedom will allow the RUSH Stock Cars to run their own heat race, but will race with the Street Stocks in their feature until car count warrants a separate RUSH Stock Car feature; however, the RUSH Stock Car heat race winner will be eligible for the Street Stock redraw and the highest finishing RUSH Stock Car in the feature will be recognized in victory lane. In addition, the highest finishing RUSH Stock Car in the Street Stock feature will receive first place RUSH points with the second highest receiving second place points and so on (providing the drivers are RUSH members).
FILM FESTIVAL CONTINUES WITH “NESSMUK: IN DEFENSE OF NATURE IN THE PENNSYLVANIA WILDS” NEXT WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22
The free Film Festival in the Grand Community Room at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro continues next Wednesday, March 22 at 7 p.m. with the showing of “Nessmuk: In Defense of Nature in the Pennsylvania Wilds.” Donations are always appreciated.
The 90-minute film was researched, written, directed and produced by Gale Largey, a retired Mansfield University sociology professor who makes fascinating documentary films about local history and people.
Not only did Largey’s film mark the 200th anniversary of Nessmuk’s birth in 2021 but also shone a light on the national importance of this man who lived most of his life in Wellsboro and is buried in the Wellsboro Cemetery on Nichols Street.
George Washington Sears whose pen name was “Nessmuk” was born on Dec. 2, 1821 and died on May 1, 1890. He was a pioneer, conservationist, poet, adventurer, canoeist and outdoor writer.
In telling Nessmuk’s story, Largey explores the life and ideas of this 19th century American naturalist and reveals his many different facets.
The film is done in the first person with local Brian Morral as the voice of Nessmuk who talks about his experiences growing up as the oldest of 10 children in Massachusetts, signing up when he was 19 for a three-year whaling voyage, moving to Wellsboro, helping a slave escape, serving as a Civil War volunteer, traveling to Brazil, going on canoeing trips in the Adirondacks in the 1880s and information about the contents of his unusual will.
The documentary features the talents of other locals such as Pat Davis who wrote music for two of Nessmuk’s poems that are sung in the film by members of the Wellsboro Men’s Chorus. “It’s a community production,” Largey said.
He will introduce the film and point out interesting aspects about its production. Afterwards, Largey will host a question and answer session with the audience.
For more information about this film festival, call the Deane Center at 570-724-6220.
32ND ANNUAL UPPER PINE CREEK TROUT TOURNAMENT IS MAY 20 & 21
REGISTER ONLINE BEGINNING THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 17; ENTRY FEE IS $25 THROUGH MONDAY, MAY 1
Successful anglers who catch tagged fish during the 32nd Annual Upper Pine Creek Trout Tournament can win up to $14,000 in cash, merchandise and gift cards with each prize valued at $50 or more.
The top prize is $1,000 in cash. There will also be six $500 cash prizes.
The Pennsylvania Grand Canyon Snowmobile Club tournament will be on Saturday, May 20 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 21 from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. along a 13-mile stretch of Pine Creek between the Ansonia Bridge on Colton Road in Shippen Township and the Mill Street Bridge in Galeton Borough. All 250 of the trout that are float stocked in that section are tagged.
McKean County Juvenile Probation Placement Specialist Wanted
NOTICE OF VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: McKean County Juvenile Probation Placement Specialist
PAY RATE: $39,643.50 ($20.33/hr.)
37.5 hours per week
The Placement Specialist position performs duties and responsibilities consistent with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Juvenile Act, Rules of Juvenile Court Procedure, Principles of Balanced and Restorative Justice, and Juvenile Justice Evidence-Based Practices. The mission and purpose of the Juvenile Act mandates that youth who commit delinquent acts be provided “programs of supervision, care and rehabilitation which provide balanced attention to the protection of the community, the imposition of accountability for offenses committed and the development of competencies to enable children to become responsible and productive members of the community.”
The Placement Specialist is responsible for working with youth in court ordered placement and community aftercare settings to ensure community safety, accountability to crime victims, compliance with conditions of supervision and court orders, and competency program participation. Responsibilities further include employing evidenced-based practices which may include screens/assessments, interventions, and treatment approaches that have been demonstrated by research to work most effectively to reduce recidivism with juvenile offenders. Assisting crime victims, as well as, supervision of offenders will occur in the placement facilities, office, school, home and community settings and at times will require non-traditional work hours (nights and weekends), travel and on-call responsibilities.
A bachelor’s degree which includes an academic background of 18 credits in the behavioral and/or social sciences with a minimum of 1 year in probation, or any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience working with at-risk youth or victims preferred. Successful completion of New Probation Officer Orientation classes will be required during probationary period. Must complete forty (40) hours of training annually. Applicant must hold a valid driver’s license, pass pre-employment drug screening, be able to obtain criminal record and child abuse clearances as well as successfully complete any additional Human Resources requirements. As a condition of employment, employee must attend the County Probation and Parole Officers’ Firearm Education and Training Commission Basic Training Academy and upon successful completion carry a firearm in the performance of duties.
Submit a résumé, cover letter, unofficial transcripts and a completed McKean County application for employment to:
John Bickford, Chief
McKean County Juvenile Probation
500 West Main Street
Smethport, PA 16749
Pre-Employment Application can be found on Human Resources webpage: http://www.mckeancountypa.org/departments/human_resources/index.php
PA Wilds Center and New Trail Brewing Co. proudly present “The Wilds Are Calling” Hazy IPA
New Trail Brewing Co. and The Pennsylvania Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship Inc. are proud to announce The Wilds Are Calling Hazy IPA; A collaboration across The Pennsylvania Wilds with the brewers who call this region home. This can of beer is a 16-ounce postcard, a liquid invitation to spend some time in the PA Wilds, enjoy all that nature has to offer, visit some breweries and other independent businesses, and find a new favorite destination.
This project is being brewed at New Trail in Williamsport in collaboration with Bullfrog Brewery of Williamsport, Boom City Brewing Co. of Williamsport, John Ryan Brewery of Williamsport, Riepstine’s Pub & Brewery of Williamsport, Rosko’s Brew House of Williamsport, Therapy Brewing of Montoursville, Bald Birds Brewing Co. of Jersey Shore, Yorkholo Brewing Co. of Mansfield, Robinhood Brewing Co. of Bellefonte, Bradford Brew Station of Bradford, Bent Run Brewing Co. of Warren, Wicked Warren’s of Warren, Clarion River Brewing Company of Clarion, Mechanistic Brewing Co. of Clarion, Lost In The Wilds Brewing of Shippenville, and Floating Feathers Brewing Co. of Mill Hall.
The beer will be available on draft and in cans at all of the collaborating breweries in early May 2023. There will also be some distribution across The PA Wilds region. A portion of total sales is going to the PA Wilds so they may continue to advance their mission.
The PA Wilds Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to integrate conservation and economic development in a way that strengthens and inspires communities in the PA Wilds region. The PA Wilds effort seeks to celebrate and nurture our natural wonders by connecting people with nature. The PA Wilds region, which covers approximately 25% of Pennsylvania’s land acreage, is a 13-county region that spans from Interstate 80 to the New York State border, encompassing Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Forest, Jefferson, Lycoming, McKean, Potter, Tioga, Warren and nothern Centre Counties. Home to more than 2 million acres of public land, which is more than Yellowstone National Park, the PA Wilds features 50 State Game Lands, 29 State Parks, 8 State Forests, PA’s only National Forest, and 2 National Wild & Scenic Rivers.
Arthur L. Lyman, 89 a longtime Portville resident
Arthur L. Lyman, a longtime Portville resident, passed away Thursday (March 16, 2023) at the Olean General Hospital.
Born April 4, 1933, in Olean, he was the son of Marlin and Sarah Snyder Lyman. On May 19, 1956, at the First Baptist Church in Olean, he married the former Beverly J. Dutton, who predeceased him on April 8, 2019.
Art served in the United States Air Force from 1953-1957. He went to work for Lockwood Cleaners and then for Kaye’s Auto Sales. He later worked for Gramco Automotive which eventually became Lyman Truck repair.
Active in his community, Art previously served as the Portville Fire Chief, Westons Mills Commissioner and Fire Chief, and as a New York State Fire Worden. He also served on the Cattaraugus County Fire Advisory Board and worked as a Constable for the town of Portville and for the Portville Police Department.
Art was a longtime member of the Portville American Legion, post 814, and attended the Obi Community Church. In his younger years, he drove the ambulance for Guenther Funeral Home.
He is survived by; three sons, John Lyman of Shinglehouse, PA, Mark (Bonnie) Lyman of Cuba, and Donald (Penny) Lyman of Olean; seven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; two sisters, Anna Beles and Mary Grimsey; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by; three sisters, Pauline, Mildred, and Ethel.
Graveside services for Art will be held on Monday (March 20, 2023) at 11 am at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Route 16, Olean with full military honors accorded by the Allegany American Legion. Rev. David Cook, pastor of the Obi Community Church will officiate.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State Street, Olean. Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
Discount Deadline Nears for America’s Music Cities Tour!
Enjoy a finger-snapping, toe-tapping time on an 8-day tour of America’s most famous music cities – New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville. Experience New Orleans, where jazz, food and fun are always on the menu. Choose how you explore New Orleans – by foot or by coach. Discover Mardi Gras World, where massive parade floats are crafted. Taste the classic beignets at Café Du Monde. You’ll spend 2 nights in Memphis, “birthplace of the blues.” Choose how you connect with Memphis’s history – with a tour of Elvis Presley’s Graceland or by following the last march of MLK.
Enjoy reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. See where country legends recorded hit tunes at RCA Studio B. Create your own Goo Goo Cluster Candy at a chocolate-making lesson. You’ll be humming and strumming long after you return home.
There is so much more to this tour that departs October 1, 2023. Visit this link for more information: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1112513or call us at (814) 274-4877 to request a brochure and get details, cost, etc. It’s not too late! You’ll save $50/per person if you reserve by April 1, 2023 (no fooling!)
Another tour to consider: Hawaiian Adventure departing November 2, 2023. Call or stop in at 5 Water Street, Coudersport for more information!
Exciting News from the SHCTC!
Seneca Highlands Career & Technical Center
Last Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting the McKean County Leadership meeting at our Career and Technology Center! A stellar group of community leaders joined us to learn more about our programs and students’ experiences.
We’re proud of our students who participated in the CTC panel discussion: Bennett Harris (Welding), Brooklynn Burt (Early Childhood Education), Kyle Worthington (Engineering), Owen Peterson (Networking), Brady Danielson (Automotive), Ian Fox (Homeland Security), Seth Benson (Culinary), and Faith Miller (Health Assisting). They had some wonderful things to say about our dedicated school team, who have been instrumental in guiding them along their career paths.
During the panel, our students discussed the unique challenges they faced in choosing a program without being able to tour the CTC in person due to the pandemic. Thanks to Mr. Young’s informative video tour and our school counselor’s unwavering support, they were able to make informed decisions about their futures.
We learned that sometimes, the CTC experience helps students discover not only what they want to do but also what they don’t want to do, saving them time and money in the long run.
In more exciting news, we believe each of these outstanding students will be inducted into the National Technical Honor Society! The ceremony is scheduled for April 27th, with details to follow. Keep an eye out for invites in April!
We also want to highlight the incredible successes our students have experienced in finding their career paths, building strong connections with their peers, and acquiring valuable job-ready skills!
Our CTC programs not only equip students with the practical knowledge and hands-on experience necessary for their chosen fields, but they also foster an environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration, and a sense of community. These experiences help our students develop essential soft skills that will serve them well in their future careers.
It’s truly inspiring to see how our students have grown and matured throughout their time at the CTC. Their career preparedness, confidence, and readiness to enter the workforce are testaments to the dedication and hard work of both the students and our phenomenal CTC staff.
We can’t wait to see where their bright futures will take them, and we’re confident that the skills and connections they’ve gained at the CTC will serve as solid foundations for their long-term success.
Join us in celebrating our students’ achievements and the fantastic work of everyone at the CTC!
UPMC Senior Communities Hosting Job Fairs
March 17, 2023 – UPMC Senior Communities is hosting job fairs at four long term care facilities located in north central Pennsylvania. UPMC has positions open across clinical, including CNA, LPN, and RN, and non-clinical support services. During the fairs, recruiters and staff are available to discuss career opportunities, UPMC’s Total Rewards comprehensive benefits program, and assist interested candidates with electronic applications.
- The Green Home, 37 Central Ave., Wellsboro
Wednesday, March 22, 1 – 5:30 p.m. - Haven Place, 24 Cree Dr., Lock Haven
Thursday, March 23, 1 – 5:30 p.m. - Muncy Place, 215 East Water St., Muncy
Tuesday, April 25, 2 – 6 p.m. - Cole Place at the Wellness Center, 1001 East Second St., Coudersport
Thursday, May 11, 1 – 5:30 p.m.
For more information on career opportunities available at UPMC in North Central Pa., visit careers.UPMC.com.
Capitol Update by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint)
 FacebookWebsite Bio Latest News State Forms Photo Gallery Contact Capitol Update Friday, March 17, 2023 The latest news from the State Capitol You are welcome to contact me through this link. Around the District  I recently attended the annual Potter County Conservation District legislative luncheon with fellow elected officials to get an update on projects they are working on and discuss legislative issues. Thank you to all the dedicated conservation district board members and staff for your great work! Thank you to Rick Esch, president of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, and Dr. Matt Kropf, director of the Energy Science and Technology Program, for giving me a tour of the new George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building. What a great addition to the campus!!More Than $3.4 Million in Grants Awarded in Region  Great news for several communities across Cameron, McKean and Potter counties! More than $3.4 million in state grants were awarded to nine communities for key infrastructure, maintenance and transportation needs. The grants are as follows: McKean County • Annin Township: $381,100 for resurfacing a portion of Annin Creek Road. • Keating Township: $123,634 for purchasing an excavator. • Lewis Run Borough: $123,000 for water main replacement. • Mount Jewett Regional Sewer Authority: $74,372 for replacement of the lagoon system aerator. • Port Allegany Borough: $1.57 million for replacement of the Arnold Avenue Bridge. Cameron County • Emporium Borough: $300,000 for purchasing equipment such as a dump truck and street cleaning vacuum. • Mid-Cameron Authority: $229,544 for the rehabilitation of two lift stations – the West Creek and Prospect stations which each provide sewer services to Shippen Township. Potter County • Austin Borough: $232,007 for upgrading borough trucks that are more than l5 years old and purchasing an excavator. • Coudersport Borough: $395,270 for the Ross Glen Road stormwater rehabilitation project. The Arnold Avenue Bridge project grant was awarded through the Multimodal Transportation Fund. The remaining grants were awarded through the Local Share Account program, which is funded by gaming revenue. Hearings to Analyze Budget Begin Next Week  Working to ensure your tax dollars are spent wisely, the House Appropriations Committee will launch a series of hearings next week to examine the governor’s nearly $46 billion spending proposal. The committee will hear from officials with the state Department of Education all day Monday, and then discuss higher education, including state-related universities, community colleges and the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency on Tuesday. The PA State System of Higher Education will appear before the committee on Wednesday morning, followed by the Department of Agriculture in the afternoon. The first week of hearings will conclude on Thursday with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in the morning and the Department of Environmental Protection in the afternoon. All hearings will be live streamed at www.PAHouseGOP.com. For a schedule of upcoming hearings and video of completed hearings, click here. Think Spring…Trout Fishing Season is Almost Here!  The statewide opening day of trout season is coming up in just two weeks on Saturday, April 1. If you haven’t already, it’s time to buy your fishing licenses and permits and get your gear organized. Be sure to check out the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) online for licensing details and access to trout stocking schedules. Information is also available on the FishBoatPA mobile app. Next weekend, on Saturday, March 25, the commission will hold its statewide Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day, a great opportunity to expose a new generation of anglers to the joy of fishing. To participate, youth anglers (those under the age of 16) must have either a free Mentored Youth Permit or a Voluntary Youth Fishing License. More information about the mentored youth program, as well as a link to obtain a permit or license, is available here. Reminder: Maple Weekend Has Arrived! Click here to view full brochure Bring your sweet tooth and check out the annual Maple Weekend this Saturday and Sunday, March 18-19, at nearly two dozen different maple producers in Potter and Tioga counties. You’ll find a variety of opportunities at each location to learn more about the process of collecting sap and making maple syrup and other products, as well as the chance to sample or purchase a wide range of products, including syrup and maple candy, and more unique maple products such as salad dressing, barbecue sauce, jellies, homemade cookies, maple milkshakes and cotton candy. Click here for details about this educational – and very tasty! – event. |
Two Potter County projects Funded This Week
Potter County Community Development
Two Potter County projects are among those that were funded this week by the Pa. Commonwealth Financing Authority. Coudersport Borough was awarded $395,270 for a stormwater rehabilitation project in the Ross Glen Road/Isabella Street area. A $232,007 grant was awarded to Austin Borough for upgrading borough trucks that are more than 15 years old and for purchase of an excavator. Funds come from state taxes and fees on legalized gambling.
Community Foundations celebrate $1.5 million milestone in grants
The Board of Directors of the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies (CFNA) announced they have reached a new milestone of over $1.5 million in grants awarded to area non-profit organizations in one granting year. CFNA is the parent company of the McKean County Community Foundation and the Elk County Community Foundation.
Because Elk and McKean donors continue to meet community needs with unparalleled generosity, grant awards in 2022 have helped fund $1.5 million in community improvements, educational and social programs, student scholarships for continuing education, and so much more. Those who live in, or have ever been to Elk and McKean Counties, know that it is a beautiful place to live, work, and raise a family. The Community Foundation works to keep it that way by providing donors with a simple but powerful and highly personal approach to achieving their charitable goals while enhancing the quality of life for the people of our region. Donors who establish their own funds, and those who donate towards growing Foundation granting dollars, are all a part of building a better future for everyone in our area.
During the 1990’s a group of business and civic leaders began to explore establishing a Community Foundation in the Elk County Area. As a result, the Elk County Community Foundation incorporated in 2000, and a year later became a non-profit organization. In 2017, the McKean County Community Foundation was established. The two Foundations are both affiliates of the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies. To date, they have distributed over $6 million in grants, and more than $2.5 million in scholarships throughout our communities.
The Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies, is a non-profit organization that strives to strengthen our region through development, stewardship and grant making as it works with donors to achieve their philanthropic goals. Donors interested in learning more about establishing a fund can contact the Foundation at 1-844-238-2289.
Hands to Larger Service
Members of the 4-H program, on a local and state level, pledge their hands to larger service. Those in the program agree to serve their community in a variety of ways while they are active. This service takes many different forms; however youth are encouraged to find enjoyable and engaging ways to interact with their community. In the past, club members and leaders have assisted their communities by planting gardens at local buildings, organizing litter clean-ups in natural areas, serving milkshakes during the county fair, and planting trees with the conservation district.
In Potter County, 4-H members of all ages are recognized at the end of the program year for the service they provide throughout their communities each year. Youth can participate in service offerings chosen by club and county leaders, or research community needs to accomplish on their own. If you or someone you know is interested in performing community service, consider joining or volunteering with a local 4-H club in the area!
Potter County Extension Office at 814-274-8540 or email sqg5901@psu.edu. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Route 287 Bridge Replacement Project Set to Begin Next Week
Montoursville, PA – Motorists who travel Route 287 are advised that a bridge replacement project is set to begin next week in Cummings Township, Lycoming County. This project will replace the structure carrying Route 287 over Larry’s Creek, approximately 5.6 miles north of the intersection with Route 973.
The bridge replacement is scheduled to be complete by late November 2023. During this project, traffic will be reduced to a single lane, controlled by a temporary traffic signal. An 11′ width restriction will be in place for oversize vehicles.
Week of March 20
- The contractor will begin setting traffic control.
- The temporary traffic signal will be set to flash on Wednesday, March 22 with one lane in each direction will be maintained.
Week of March 27
- On Tuesday, March 28, the temporary traffic signal will be activated and traffic will be restricted to a single lane across the bridge. This condition will exist until project completion.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays, watch for changing traffic patterns, and drive with caution while entering the work zone.
Nestlerode Contracting Company Inc. is the prime contractor on this $2 million, bridge replacement project.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways 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.