Open Arms carries a 20-year community tradition forward at a new location this Halloween.
BRADFORD, Pa. — For someone who loves handing out Halloween candy but lives on a street where few children knock, a decorated car trunk can become a front porch for the evening.
Josh and Zoe Hatcher as Mr. and Mrs. Krabs at the First Trunk or Treat
That simple idea helped shape a Bradford tradition that is marking its 20th annual event this year. On Saturday, October 31, Trunk or Treat will welcome families to a new home at Open Arms Community Church, 71 Congress Street, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
The event is free and open to everyone. Children can come in costume, bring a candy bucket or bag, and visit decorated vehicles with their families. Families attending do not need to register.
Photo by John Eaton Terry Borneman holds this year’s poster for the Run Past Cancer 5K and One Mile Fun Run/Walk.
The 10th Annual Run Past Cancer 5K and One Mile Fun Run/Walk will start at 9 a.m. this Saturday, Oct. 31 on the new section of the Pine Creek Rail Trail at the Patterson Trailhead in Wellsboro.
This is the first time these two events are being held in Wellsboro.
Run Past Cancer is presented by the American Cancer Society and the Tyoga Running Club.
“Our goal is to raise $3,000,” said organizer Terry Borneman, an American Cancer Society volunteer. “I have had many family members and friends affected by cancer. We need to find a cure. Every dollar we raise will be put toward the fight to eradicate it.”
(Washington, D.C., October 29, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development today published the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program – Income Producing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Provisions Final Rule to expand housing options for rural homebuyers. This rule allows lenders to offer USDA-guaranteed home loans on properties that include an income-producing ADU. The rule takes effect December 28, 2026.
“President Trump promised to put American families first and that includes making the dream of homeownership achievable in rural America,” said Under Secretary for Rural Development Glen Smith. “By giving rural homebuyers the flexibility to earn income from an ADU, we’re helping families afford a home and strengthen the small towns that are the backbone of this country.”
“Under the leadership of President Trump and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, USDA Rural Development is committed to reducing barriers to homeownership by implementing solutions that increase the supply of affordable housing for rural residents,” said Rural Housing Service Administrator George Kelly.
Through the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program Rural Development provides approved lenders with the ability to offer 100% financed, no money-down loans to eligible low- and moderate-income households in rural areas. Rural Development backs the 90% loan guarantee. With a Single Family Housing loan guarantee, homebuyers can buy existing, build new, or cover the cost of rehabilitating, improving, or relocating a home.
For more information about USDA Rural Development programs, visit www.rd.usda.gov.
There is a vacancy for the Coudersport Borough Council Ward 2. Anyone interested in serving as the Council Member in Ward 2 with a term ending December 31, 2027 must submit a letter of interest to the Borough Manager, Todd Brown via email (manager@coudersportborough.org) or via mail (201 South West Street, Coudersport, PA 16915).
In order to qualify for the appointment as the Council Member all applicants must be a resident of the Borough of Coudersport for at least one (1) year and live in Ward 2. In order to continue to serve as Council member you must run in the next election.
Letters of interest must be submitted by 3 pm on November 3, 2026, to be considered for the vacancy.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Borough Manager, Todd Brown atv (814)-274-9776.
** To serve as Council Member you must fill out an affidavit of residency form and have it notarized. This form should be submitted with your letter of interest. The affidavit of residency form can be picked up at the Borough office at 201 South West Street, Coudersport, PA 16915 during regular business hours.
HARRISBURG, PA – This year, Trick-or-treating isn’t the only thing to look forward to on Saturday, Oct. 31. The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) announces the fall 2026 turkey season will kick off in 20 of the state’s 22 Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) on Halloween.
Fall turkey hunting is closed in WMUs 5C and 5D. For the remaining WMUs, the season lengths are as follows: WMUs 1A, 2G, 3A, 4A, 4B and 4D: Oct. 31-Nov. 15; WMUs 1B, 3D, 4C and 4E: Oct. 31-Nov. 8; WMUs 2A, 2F, 3B, and 3C: Oct. 31-Nov. 15 and Nov. 25-27; WMUs 2B, 2C, 2D and 2E: Oct. 31-Nov. 20 and Nov. 25-27; and WMU 5A and 5B: Oct. 31-Nov. 3. Hunters are advised that the three-day Thanksgiving season again will run Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, only in applicable WMUs.
The PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has announced $7.3 million in grant awards for organizations and projects across the 13-county Pennsylvania Wilds region that help to advance local efforts to grow the region’s tourism and outdoor recreation sectors in a sustainable way.
The investments were selected through a statewide competitive process as part of the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2), a grant program DCNR administers annually.
This year’s C2P2 grants in the PA Wilds region cover a range of projects and partnerships, from providing funding for regional organizations that are helping to coordinate outdoor recreation, tourism and heritage development partnership networks, programs, mini grant programs and other critical capacity, to specific projects in individual communities related to stewardship, planning, and developing tourism, recreation and heritage assets.
Does money interest you? If you were breathing, I would suppose the answer to that question would be yes. Do you have enough? Do you want more? We can all guess the answers to those questions. But if we are among the richest people in the world, why do we never seem to have enough? In other words, why is it that although we are rich, we don’t feel rich? In fact, many have never felt rich in their entire lives. Why? The answer to that is a simple thing called “margin”.
Margin has to do with our debt-to-income ratio. It’s the difference between what I earn and what I save. If I put money away, as in a savings account, I start to accumulate a reserve. As the margin between what I spend and what I save continues to grow, I start to feel rich because what I have saved creates buying power. If I spend all that I earn, I will feel like I’m living paycheck to paycheck, and that’s true whether I make $30,000 a year or $300,000 a year. So now the question is what percentage of your income you need to live on?
In Mark 12:41-44, Jesus gathers his disciples to observe people putting money into the Tabernacle offering box. Some place large sums, while a lowly widow comes along and places two small coins. Jesus turns to his disciples and says, “I tell you the truth, this poor widow has given more than all the others who are making contributions. For they gave a tiny part of their surplus, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she had to live on” (Mark 12:43-44). The point is that, in percentage terms, the widow gave it all, while the rich gave only a small percentage of what they had. I wonder which felt rich, the rich who had the money but kept most of it for themselves, or the widow who gave it all away? Quite simply, the widow’s hope was in God, which is why she could give it all away. The rich, on the other hand, had their hope migrate from God to their money. What does that say about us? Think about it.
Free public meetings will outline economic opportunities, visitor projections, and community collaboration for Pennsylvania’s first permanent Thomas Dambo troll installations.
BRADFORD, PA – The Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau (ANFVB) invites local business owners, community leaders, artisans, and residents to attend upcoming informational sessions regarding the landmark “Trolls in the Forest” public art and eco-tourism project.
The sessions will explore the regional economic impact of the project, provide an overview of projected visitor volume, and outline concrete ways local businesses, hospitality providers, and volunteers can capitalize on the influx of travelers.
Sessions are free, open to the public, and include light refreshments:
Kane Information Session: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Kane Elementary School, 400 W Hemlock Avenue, Kane, PA 16735
Bradford Information Session: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Bradford’s Old Post Office, 80 E. Corydon Street, Bradford, PA
Each 90-minute session will provide an overview of the project scope and timeline, followed by an open community discussion. With significant visitor interest on the horizon, the time to start thinking and preparing is now. The session is designed to jumpstart local brainstorming—encouraging business owners, civic groups, and residents to explore their own creative ideas for collaborating, welcoming travelers, and making the most of this momentum.
“Bringing three monumental Thomas Dambo trolls to McKean County is a once-in-a-generation catalyst that will draw thousands of cultural travelers into our downtown corridors,” said Rustin Lippincott, Executive Director of the Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau. “These meetings are designed to equip our local merchants, restaurateurs, makers, and civic groups with the insights they need to prepare, collaborate, and directly benefit from this surge in foot traffic.”
“Trolls in the Forest” will feature three monumental troll sculptures crafted entirely from locally sourced salvaged wood and recycled materials. Standing up to 30 feet tall, the sculptures will mark Dambo’s first permanent exhibition in Pennsylvania, placing McKean County on the global “troll hunting” map alongside more than 190 sculptures worldwide across 20 countries and 21 U.S. states.
Targeted for installation in 2027, the sculptures are planned for Kane, Bradford and a third mid-county location near Westline. Designed to encourage exploration across trails, parks, and downtown business districts, the installation is projected to attract more than 100,000 visitors annually, turning single-day excursions into multi-day stays that fuel the regional economy.
No RSVP is required to attend. Community members and business owners unable to attend can learn more or request project updates by visiting PATrailCentral.com or calling 800-473-9370.
Congratulations to Aiden Gillespie, a sophomore at Kane High School, for being named Student of the Week in our Automotive Program!
Aiden demonstrates a great work ethic and a strong interest in the automotive trade. His willingness to learn and dedication to developing his skills makes him a great example of what it means to be a successful student in the program.
Keep up the great work, Aiden! We’re proud to recognize your efforts. and look forward to seeing you continue to grow and succeed in the automotive field!
WHAT:Rep. ClintOwlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is hosting a human trafficking awareness event focused on recognizing the signs of trafficking, online grooming and exploitation of children, and ways to protect loved ones.
WHO:Owlett; Joe Peters, Wyoming County district attorney; Korrin Moon, president and founder of Lantern Rescue; and Debbie Colton, founder of Oasis of Hope in Canton.
WHEN:Thursday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m.
WHERE:North Street Community Church, 177 North St. in Canton
HARRISBURG, Pa (October 26) – During its quarterly business meeting today, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) encouraged anglers and boaters to take advantage of the many fall and winter fishing and boating opportunities available across the Commonwealth and reminded everyone to make safety a priority while enjoying the water.
Executive Director’s Report
In his report to the Board of Commissioners, Executive Director Tim Schaeffer reinforced the importance of Pennsylvania’s Annual Cold Weather Life Jacket Requirement, which goes into effect on November 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027.
“Since its inception over ten years ago, this requirement has indisputably saved lives,” said Schaeffer. “While I always wear my life jacket, it is the law for everyone to do the same this time of year on all kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and boats under 16 feet. Pennsylvania has thousands of miles of boatable water that can be enjoyed all year long. If you boat, please wear your life jacket.”
Fredonia residents, businesses, and institutions can help this situation by conserving water. Conserving water will reduce the demand for water and will thereby reduce the strain on the water treatment plant equipment.
The water entering the water treatment plant from the Fredonia Reservoir has high levels of organic material that is causing problems with the filtration system at the water treatment plant. Due to multiple days of increased wear on the filtration equipment, including the aging filter media, the turbidity levels of the treated water do not meet NYSDOH safety standards even after the water passes through the filters.
The elevated levels of turbidity in the treated water could contain harmful microbes, therefore a boil water order is issued as a preventative measure to protect public health. Boiling the water kills bacteria and other microbes that may be present.
The New York State Department of Health requires that anytime water is not adequately treated a boil water order must be issued to notify customers. All Fredonia water customers must boil water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth and making coffee until further notice. Water must be brought to a rolling boil for one minute then cooled prior to use.
Boiled or bottled water must be used to wash dishes by hand; dishes should be allowed to completely air dry after washing. Home dishwashers that reach a temperature of 170⁰F and have a full dry cycle can be used in place of boiled water. The water may be used for bathing as long as it is not consumed. The water is safe for laundry.
Once the turbidity levels drop to acceptable levels and the distribution system has been flushed, the Village will collect water samples on consecutive days to make sure the water is safe. Notifications and press releases will be used to inform the public when the boil water order is lifted.
For more information on boiling water and emergency disinfection visit the New York State Department of Health website at https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/water/drinking/boilwater/. Press releases will be posted on the Chautauqua County website at https://chqgov.com/news. For more information, residents should call the Village of Fredonia at (716) 679-2307 and Chautauqua County Health Department permitted facilities can call the Health Department directly at (716) 753-4481.
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October 29th to 31st Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 9am to 4:30pm
477 Portage St., Emporium, PA
Fishing items, Fenton, Corning, Pyrex, Snapper equipment parts, farm tractor tires, tools, woodworking equipment, tiller, reel mowers, hardwood lumber of various sizes & species, small equipment tires, parts, holiday decor, couch, brass bed frame, MCM bed frame, small appliances, large chest freezer, cast iron, stands, shelves, Tonkas, kitchen table & chairs, lamps, Toledo scale, Fly Rods, grandfather clock, Penn Yan Boat, trailer, & motor, and much more. 2 story home and 2 story garage. 
Please do not block driveways and do not block the road.
