NEWS

BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s student theater production next week, “Concord Floral,” is about darkness, not flowers.

            The show will take place Nov. 10-13 in the Studio Theater of Bromeley Family Theater in Blaisdell Hall on campus.

            “This play is scary and deeply sad and profoundly hopeful,” said Dr. Kevin Ewert, director and professor of theater. “A group of teens walks out onstage and talks to us. About their dreams and nightmares, about their mistakes – one big mistake they all share – and about their choices moving forward.

            “What starts out as a terrifying ghost story changes into something else, something very personal and acutely felt, about adolescence, and about the reality of cruelty and the possibility of kindness.”

            The production is a suburban thriller in which 10 teenagers flee a plague of their own making. Concord Floral is a one-million-square-foot abandoned greenhouse and a refuge for neighborhood kids, but hidden there is the secret that no one wants to confront.

            Ewert said he looked into the play after reading “the best book about theater I’ve read in the last 20 years, ‘Theatre of the Unimpressed,’” by the playwright, Jordan Tannahill.

            Ewert said that Tannahill originally devised the play over the course of three years with a group of teen actors.

            “‘Concord Floral’ is direct and frank and surprising. One moment, we’re in this kind of very detailed realistic scene, and then suddenly a fox starts talking to us about her viewpoint on the action,” Ewert said. “It somehow manages to feel both startlingly topical and also like some fable of youth. I think it really resonates with our student cast.”

            The ensemble cast is Sirus Desnoes, a physical sciences major from Ithaca, N.Y.; Ethan Strother, a computer information systems and technology major from Hughesville; Jay Dudgeon, an early level education major from Valencia; Randy Mong, a radiological science student from Russell; Abby McCullough, a pre-law student from Aliquippa; Taylor Beebe, an early level education major from Westfield; Anna Killingbeck, a forensic science major from Chaffee, N.Y.; Eliver Russo, a biology major from Easton; Ailaina Saltsman, a criminal justice major from Port Allegany; and Talia Magno, a psychology major from New Galilee.

Reanna Carrier, a psychology major from Cuba, N.Y., worked on costumes. Jason Li, a computer information systems and technology major from Chengdu, China, and Garner McMaster, a business management major from Brookville, were the stagecraft team.

            “Concord Floral” will play at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11 and 12 and 2 p.m. Nov. 13. Tickets are $6 for the public and $2 for students. For tickets, call 814-362-5113, visit www.upb.pitt.edu/TheArts or visit the Bromeley Family Theater Box Office in Blaisdell Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. This production has adult content and language and is not recommended for young children.

Twelve Colleges battled for four bids this weekend at Dynamic Discs’ Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Regional powered by Revasri Rangefinder.  The Title Sponsors donated one hundred Dynamic Discs for player packs and Revasri Rangefinders for the teams participating in the event.

On Saturday’s opening Round One, Rochester Institute of Technology jumped out to an early two stroke lead over Ohio State, led by Seniors Evan Cole (-8), Andrew Dorrell (-5), and Eric Ford (-1). Evan’s eight under par was the hot single score besting OSU’s Levi Knapp by two. 

During Round Two Team Alternate Doubles format, Ohio State flipped the script shooting an incredible fourteen under par to take a two stroke lead over RIT heading into Sunday’s Final Team Round.  Penn State, Houghton, Kentucky and Toledo all trailed closely behind battling for a limited number of qualifying bids to the National Championship. 

Cheers were heard throughout Shawmut Depot all weekend as spotters, fans and players witnessed two hole-in-one aces by RIT’s Andrew Dorrell and EMU’s Caleb Oesch, and an albatross two on the Hole 4’s gauntlet Par 5 by Toledo’s Bobby Belair. 

On Sunday’s Final 9 Individual Playoff, it was a battle of three between Evan Cole, Levi Knapp and Houghton Freshman Carter Sisson, who made up a five stroke deficit in nine holes on the Chase Card.  On Shawmut Depot’s finale 857 foot Par 5, Evan Cole executed three placement shots to leave a 15-foot birdie putt and 1^st Place.

Toledo University’s hot round of fourteen under overtook Houghton and Kentucky on Sunday to secure fourth place.  After a tri-state battle at the top, Ohio State pulled away in the final holes to secured their second Regional victory with a three day total of 171 (twenty-four under par).  Penn State’s Grady Iliff, Jake Fenimore, Bryant Stangel and Declan Flanagan finished Second with a total of 174, and earned a D1 bid to the National Championship. Rochester Institute of Technology’s Evan Cole, Andrew Dorrell, Eric Ford and Erik Muschinske also earned a D1 bid with a third place finish.

The final round lead cards were filmed and post-round video will be released on YouTube by Ace Run Productions out of Atlanta, Georgia.  “I want to thank all of the event sponsors, volunteers, and Shawmut Depot Disc Golf Course for supporting College Disc Golf.  This event exceeded everyone’s expectations, and we will no doubt see continued growth in this Region.”

The raffle on Sunday raised over a thousand dollars for disc golf equipment at Smethport and Johnsonburg elementary schools.

UPMC Primary Care

Nicholas Gorski, D.O.

Hunting is a physical activity that should not be taken lightly. You may find yourself hopping over boulders, walking on damp, moss-covered logs and maneuvering other treacherous terrain while hauling extra gear. Often, you’re dealing with less-than-ideal weather conditions in an isolated setting. It’s important to be focused and physically prepared while out in the Pennsylvania wilderness.

Preparing for the hunt

It is important to be physically prepared to handle the strenuous activity of hunting because chances are, you’ll be in a remote location and may not have cell phone service. Make sure your body can handle vigorous physical activity. Unfit hunters put themselves at greater risk for falls, injuries or even heart attacks.

Under a physician’s guidance, increasing aerobic fitness can help reduce the aforementioned risk.  Start out slowly, build your stamina up and remember it’s never too early to begin your preparation.

Staying healthy in the field

Our actions during the hunt are just as important as our preparation to stay safe and healthy. These tips can ensure that you have a safe and successful hunt:

• Recognize the signs of a heart attack – Time is of the essence and educating yourself can be the difference between life and death. Some of the most common warning symptoms are overall discomfort, pressure or tightness in the chest, pain or discomfort in the arm, shoulder, back, jaw or neck, predominantly on the left side, and excessive sweating or shortness of breath.
• Eat right and hydrate – Dehydration and hunger can have rippling effects on health and condition, ranging from impaired critical thinking to how the body regulates temperature. While it may seem tempting to grab a coffee and donut and head out the door, you’re facing a long day of physical activity and your body will need good energy. A nutritious breakfast paired with healthy snacks and plenty of water will help ensure your body has everything it needs for whatever the day may bring.
• Watch your step – Many hunting accidents involve a fall, either from high up in a tree stand or slipping on a damp, rotting log. Be aware of your surroundings and watch your step.
• Practice safe weapon and tool handling – Using a bow and arrow, knife, tree stand, or gun is inherently risky. Be aware of the hazards of everything you’re using and take the proper measures to avoid potential accidents. Make sure your tools and weapons are properly functioning before heading out, store all firearms safely and unloaded, and inspect all your equipment once you’re in the field to make sure nothing happened during the drive to your hunting location.
• Take or tell a friend – Ideally you shouldn’t hunt alone, but whether hunting alone or in a group, always tell a friend or family member where you’ll be hunting.
• Learn basic first aid – Important first aid that everyone should know includes how to administer hands-only CPR, which consists of chest compressions, should a hunting partner have a heart attack. (https://cpr.heart.org/en/resources/what-is-cpr)

Health benefits of hunting

Though hunting can be a relaxing activity to help clear the mind and get some fresh air, it also requires a lot of physical activity. Whether you hunt using firearms, bows and arrows or traps, you likely are moving more intensely than normal. Hunters may walk long distances in uneven terrain to scout the woods looking for the game of their choice.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that each week, adults should engage in 150 minutes of “moderate-intensity aerobic activity,” such as brisk walking or 75 minutes of “vigorous-intensity aerobic activity” like running. This easily can be achieved through hunting.

Hunting fits into the category of “moderate-intensity aerobic” activity. Hunters are physically on the move, for sometimes days at a time. Hunting requires preparation before and after the season ends. Hunting requires stamina, strength and balance to maneuver through the varied terrain, open traps, and stay silent and still in a tree stand. These hunting tasks require walking, bending, stretching, balancing, pulling and hauling, which are aerobic and anaerobic forms of exercise and can be good for your health if done responsibly.

Nicholas Gorski, D.O. is with UPMC Primary Care and sees patients at UPMC Primary Care Lewisburg, 260 Reitz Blvd., Lewisburg. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Gorski, call 570-567-5450. For more information, visit UPMC.com/PrimaryCareNCPA.

Halloween is over and what do you do with that jack-o-lantern?  Cameron County Recreation Center, Smoker Logging and the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce teaming up to bring a new event to downtown Emporium. 

Pumpkins will be smashed Saturday November 5 in downtown Emporium.  Children attending will be able to ride in a retro fitted truck that will run over the pumpkins.  Pumpkins can be dropped off in the former Dolan Hotel lot all week.  Free smores and drinks will be provided during the event which runs from 2pm-5pm.  The smashed pumpkins will then be composted or given to goats at the Little Red Barn Farm.

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of lane restrictions today on Interstate 180 eastbound between the mile post 26 (Faxon exit) and mile post 21 (Fairfield exit) in Loyalsock and Fairfield Townships, Lycoming County, for a diesel fuel clean up.

Motorists can expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being performed.  Work will be performed during daylight hours. 

Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for lane changes, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution through the work zone.

City of Olean, NY Police Department

The Criminal Investigation Unit arrested 39 year old Brandon L. Gould of 633 1/2 Garden Ave. Olean today after a complaint was received by us regarding a Juvenile.

Gould was charged with Criminal Sexual act (B Felony) and arraigned in Olean City Court. Bail was placed on Gould and he will be transferred to the Cattaraugus County Jail to await further court proceedings.

On 11/04/22 at approximately 1427 hours an officer responded to Walmart for a retail theft for a female who under-rang merchandise and attempted to leave the store.

Upon arrival the female was identified as Stormie K. Cornelius.

Items stolen totaled $114.26.

Cornelius was cited and released.

At 4:05 PM on Friday, Coudersport Ambulance has been dispatched to Sweden Valley Manor for chest pain.

At 3:41 PM on Friday, Port Allegany & Smethport Fire Depts. have been dispatched to a working mobile home fire at 205 Lower Portage Road in Liberty Township.

People are out. 5 cats remain inside. Roulette & Coudersport dispatched to scene. Shinglehouse to stand by at Roulette. Shinglehouse RECALLED. Coudersport RECALLED.

At 2:24 PM on Friday, Bradford Firefighters have been dispatched to the YWCA on West Corydon Street for a commercial fire alarm.