NEWS

(Editor’s note: The following is the third in a four-part series of op-eds by Olean Food Pantry board members in preparation for the Season of Giving.)

By Jamie Kohn

Olean Food Pantry board member

I’ve seen a lot in my life. I served my country in the military and traveled to parts of the world where people faced hardships I couldn’t have imagined growing up in Western New York. But what really breaks my heart is that, here in our own community, I’m now seeing hunger on a scale I never thought possible.

OLEAN, NY – Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, will be hosting open interviews on Thursday, November 14 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will take place in the Education Center, located on the first floor of the hospital.

Open interviews will be coordinated for all departments, clinical and non-clinical. OGH is hiring for various positions at all levels within the organization from entry level to management. Entry level positions include food and nutrition, housekeeping, nurse assistants, and patient access. Nursing recruitment continues to be a main priority for the organization from LPNs to RNs in multiple departments throughout the hospital. Job offers to qualifying applicants will be made on the spot!

Bridge and Roadway Expansion Joint Repair Project Starts Next Week on I-180 in the City of Williamsport, Lycoming County

​Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a bridge and roadway expansion joint repair project will begin next week on Interstate 180 eastbound and westbound between Maynard Street and Faxon Street in the City of Williamsport, Lycoming County.

Lighting Project Next Week on Route 15 and I-180 in Williamsport, Lycoming County

​Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a lighting project is scheduled next week on Route 15 and Interstate 180, near the spur in the City of Williamsport, Lycoming County.

BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford was named one of the Best for Vets: Colleges by Military Times, the premier dedicated independent news source for active-duty military, their families and retirees.

                Pitt-Bradford was the smallest public university in Pennsylvania that was recognized and the only campus in the University of Pittsburgh system. Military Times named 12 Pennsylvania colleges to its guide and 29 across the Mid-Atlantic region.

The Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s cross-country team is seeking continued improvement on the NCAA regional level when it competes on Saturday in the D-III Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship; while in competition over the past week, the historical women’s soccer season came to an end, and basketball season began.

Cross-Country

Fresh off winning its second consecutive United East Championship a week ago, the men’s team has risen in the Mid-Atlantic Regional ranks over each of the past three seasons, as it was 27^th in 2021, 25^th in 2022 and 20^th last season.

Racing at Lock Haven University’s West Branch Course starts at 11 a.m. for the women and noon for the men.

MEGA BRIDAL BLOWOUT SALE!! Over 100 Bridal Gowns, many NWT. Racks of $50, $100 and $150.  Other 25% to 50% off.  Sizes 0-30.. Sale dates November 1- December 20.  Sew Much More 127 North Main Street, Coudersport, PA.  Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9-5; Wednesday 9-3.  Or by appointment.  814-335-8681    Hurry in for best selection.

On November 9, at 6:55 am Port Allegany, Smethport, and Roulette were dispatched for a structure fire at 9642 Rt. 46

This is Sawyer, missing on North Hollow, and Burst Road dragging a leash answers to the name of Sawyer, may be tangled in the woods if you hear a dog barking dog.  

His collar is red and black plaid and he does have an air tag on him with owners name and phone number. 

Contact 814-558-5400

MEGA BRIDAL BLOWOUT SALE!! Over 100 Bridal Gowns, many NWT. Racks of $50, $100 and $150.  Other 25% to 50% off.  Sizes 0-30.. Sale dates November 1- December 20.  Sew Much More 127 North Main Street, Coudersport, PA.  Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9-5; Wednesday 9-3.  Or by appointment.  814-335-8681    Hurry in for best selection.

46 year old Adele Pierce had her apartment searched Tuesday night at 317 N. 2nd St apartment #2 by the Street Crimes unit who had obtained a search warrant for drugs. Members of the Emergency response team entered the apartment at 9:30 p.m. . Investigators located and seized Fentanyl, Crack cocaine and Meth in the apartment. Pierce was charged with 2 counts of Criminal possession of a controlled substance 3rd. degree ( B Felonies ) and Criminal use of drug paraphernalia ( A Misdemeanor ).

Pierce was also arrested on a outstanding indictment warrant for two counts of Criminal sale of a controlled substance 3rd degree ( B Felonies ) and two counts of Criminal possession of a controlled substance 3rd degree ( B Felonies ). Pierce was transported to the Cattaraugus County Jail to await arraignment. We were assisted by the Southern tier regional drug task force.

Opportunities Abound

by

Pastor B.J. Knefley

Life is full of opportunities, but do we recognize them? Does an optimist see opportunities the same way a pessimist does? Does one see an obstacle while the other a door? Reality says we don’t see things the same way. I’ve said this before but perhaps we need to hear it again; for some, life happens to them, while others see life as happening for them. Perspective is always the deciding factor and for that we come down to choices.

In the Book of Acts, Peter saw his opportunity to speak to the crowd about the man that was now able to walk. Seeing the opportunity was only part of the response as he also had to go through the door that it provided. Choosing to address the people he explained what had happened and who’s power caused it. Because of Peter’s choice of utilizing the opportunity that was placed before him, the lives of over 3000 people were changed. Peter was used mightily in God’s redemptive plan.

How one addresses opportunities that present themselves has much to do with the heart. Judas saw an opportunity to betray Jesus. Peter saw an opportunity to share Jesus. Both seized upon an opportunity, but each had a different reason. Again, our response will always be led by the condition of our heart.

Many have heard or seen, “As for me and my house, we shall serve the Lord.” some may even have it hanging in their homes. It comes from Joshua 24:15 and it describes a heart attitude about life and how it’s going to be lived. Perhaps it could be said that opportunities that come will be viewed through the lens of “service to the Lord.”

Finally, opportunities can be created by the adventurous. This past Saturday I called my youngest daughter and asked when breakfast was. To make the story short, that call resulted in 14 family members showing up for breakfast. It was a fabulous time of laughter and conversation that went on for three hours, just because we created the opportunity. Think about it.

2 Day Estate Sale! November 8th and 9th. Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 4pm

37 Maple St. Roulette, PA 16746

Simplicity garden tractor, bedroom furniture, upright piano, garden tools, hand tools, clothes, collectibles, seed spreaders, kitchenware, dressers, vanity, chairs, grill, table saw, Christmas decor, clocks, radios, stands, ceramic trees, records, and much more.

2 Days – 11/08 & 11/09 – Roulette, PA

Do not park on lawns or block driveways