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Plans for VIRTUAL ONLY Meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026

HARRISBURG – A total of 248 disciplinary actions, including 115 education requirements, and $232,250 in administrative penalties, have been taken against 162 underground facility owners, excavators and project owners in the latest enforcement actions by the Public Utility Commission’s (PUC’s) Damage Prevention Committee (DPC).  These actions were taken during the DPC’s December 2025 meeting.

The next meeting of the DPC is Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 9 a.m. Members of the public, the media and others are invited to join the meeting virtually by clicking on this Microsoft Teams event link or by calling into the telephone conference by dialing 267-332-8737, and then entering phone conference ID 285 081 05# to listen to the meeting. The meeting agenda will be made available here.

About the DPC

The DPC is a peer-based group of 13 representatives, nominated by their industry or affiliated organizations and appointed by the PUC. Creation of the committee was authorized by Pennsylvania’s Underground Utility Line Protection Law – also known as the “One Call Law.” The focus of the DPC is to reduce the number of “hits” on undergro…

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POSITION VACANCY

The Coudersport Area School District is seeking a highly qualified and collaborative leader to serve as the Business Manager. This individual will serve as the Chief Financial Officer for the District, overseeing a budget that supports approximately 675 K-12 students. The successful candidate will ensure fiscal integrity while supporting the educational mission of the Coudersport Area School District. 

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance; 3-5 years of experience in business management, preferably in school or municipal finance;  and proficiency in financial software, Microsoft Word, and Excel.  Applications will be accepted until January 28, 2026.  

More information on the position can be found at https://www.coudyschools.net/page/employment.  Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, official transcripts, and all required clearances to:  Alanna R. Huck, Acting Superintendent, Coudersport Area School District, 698 Dwight Street, Coudersport, PA  16915.

The previously advertised reorganization meeting for Pleasant Valley Township has been moved to 3:30pm on January 5, 2026 at the Pleasant Valley Township building at 1956 Sartwell Creek Rd, Port Allegany, Pa 16743

Penn State Extension offers Free Winter Seed Sowing Workshop

Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Potter County will offer a FREE Winter Seed Sowing workshop on Saturday, January 17^th from 11 am to 1 pm. All are welcome at the event taking place in the Penn State Extension conference room located on the back side of the Gunzburger Building, 1 North Main Street, Room #216, Coudersport, PA.

Participants need to bring a milk jug or plastic food container. Soil and seeds will be provided. Come learn how cold weather can be used for stratification of seeds to break dormancy and prompt germination of your favorite plants in spring.

To register, call the Penn State Extension office at 814-274-8540 x 100 or email srg22@psu.edu.

Betty B. McFadden, 93, a loving and devoted mother and grandmother, of 55 Leonard Avenue, Bradford, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born July 24, 1932, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Perl and Pearl (Ripple) Barber.

Betty graduated from Bradford High School in 1950 and earned a degree in 1952 in Secretarial Studies from Keystone Junior College in Factoryville.

On May 26, 1956, in the Hill Memorial United Methodist she married the loved of her life, who was born on the same day in the same hospital, only 6 hours apart from her, F. Reed McFadden, who preceded her in death on November 8, 2005.

Betty was employed at various doctors in Bradford, later Riley Accountants, and retired in 1994 as a secretary in the nursing department from the University of Pittsburgh.

Betty was a lifetime member of Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, where she played the piano for more than 30 years. She was a devoted baseball fan at an early age attending the Bradford Pony League games with her father. She was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates “GO BUCS” and the Buffalo Bills, “GO BILLS”. She never played baseball but kept score for her church softball team in the 70’s and 80’s. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The To Fill A Backpack program is having a “12 Days Of Cash” raffle to benefit our 2026/2027 distribution.  Now reaching out to 9 different counties which will add approximately 500 to 600 additional children in need, we will need all the help we can get.

If you are interested, feel free to send your payment through one of the online payment options (Please see info in red) and be sure to note the Pay Code shown in the notes with your payment.  Please mark your payment accordingly so that we do not get charged fees if possible. Feel free to send a check to the following address:

TFABP
Attn: 12 Days

85 Burleson Av

Roulette, PA  16746

Or feel free to give us a call at (814) 544-5802 for more information

Andy KulpTo Fill A BackpackEmail: info@tofillabackpack.org

Last week in review: After early-week nonconference losses, the Wildcat basketball teams returned to action on Saturday in their first of 12 regular-season-ending United East Conference games.

MEN’S BASKETBALL

Last week’s hometown highlights: Octavio Alexander, of Dallas, Texas, scored 11 points, and Josh Shepherd, of Breinigsville, tallied 10 in Monday’s loss to Eastern Connecticut State in the first round of the Eastern Holiday Invitational.

In Tuesday’s consolation game of the Eastern Holiday Invitational against No. 23 Wesleyan University, for the second consecutive game, Alexander scored 11 points, and Shepherd added 10 points in the loss.

On Saturday at Notre Dame (Md.) University, Alexander poured in 24 points as the team experienced its second six-game losing streak of the season.

Roger D. Streit, 79, of  Niver Rd. in Kane, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (Dec. 30) in the Warren Manor where he was temporarily residing after a recent illness. Roger was born Oct. 31, 1946 in Kane, he was the son of the late Joseph E. and Lois A. (Kenny) Streit. On February 7th, 1970, in Kane,

he married the woman who became his lifelong sweetheart, Vicki Dalton, who preceded him in death in 2020 shortly after celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Roger was a 1964 graduate of Kane Area HS. Upon graduation from high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country for four years and received training as an aircraft mechanic working on many of the Air Force’s large “C-” fleet of jets and being part of several missions throughout Vietnam and the Philippines. During his time in the Air Force, he achieved the rank of sergeant and was awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal. He was honorably discharged from the Air Force in 1968 and then served an additional two years in the Air Force Reserves.

Following discharge from the Air Force, he worked at the local A&P grocery store and then later accepted a position with the USPS where he served his community of Kane as a letter carrier for 27 years before accepting an early retirement offer. During his time as a letter carrier, he made numerous friends and always had a large following of kids along his route, which he affectionately called “his little helpers”. Roger was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time out in the woods and participating in several outdoor sports such as fishing, trapping, and the one sport he loved most… hunting deer and turkey.

The previously advertised reorganization meeting for Pleasant Valley Township has been moved to 3:30pm on January 5, 2026 at the Pleasant Valley Township building at 1956 Sartwell Creek Rd, Port Allegany, Pa 16743

The previously advertised reorganization meeting for Pleasant Valley Township has been moved to 3:30pm on January 5, 2026 at the Pleasant Valley Township building at 1956 Sartwell Creek Rd, Port Allegany, Pa 16743

6:19 pm West Main, PSP on scene for assault Victim

Stephen L. Uhl, 68, of Dallas Road, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Knickerbocker Villa in Clearfield.

Born March 31, 1957, in Olean NY, he was a son of the late Marvin J. and Donna M. (Berlin) Uhl.

He was a 1975 graduate of Bradford High School and later attended Welding School.

On June 20, 1987, at his mother-in-law Mary’s home on Hawthorne Road, he married Janet E. (Dudick) Uhl, who survives.

Steve was a third-generation Independent Oil and Gas Producer. At a very young age he learned oil field work from his grandfather, Lewis Uhl. He did roustabout work, pumping, drilling, pulling, plugging oil wells and making locations as well as welding when needed. He later worked with his father Marvin at the Lawton lease in Derrick City. He also was employed at Kendall Refining Company and BDH Oil Company, working the Gibson lease. In the early 1980’s with his dad and brothers, Bob and Ron, they developed the Schnell Oil lease in Allegany NY. He only retired due to his declining health.

Steve enjoyed motocross racing in his teens, hunting, fishing, rock and roll music and attending concerts in the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and beyond. He loved driving his 1969 Firebird, a gift from his father when he graduated from high school.

Ambulance dispatched to 45 Gibbs Hill Road, East Main/Route 6. Hamilton Township.

Richard “Rick” Blackman Jr., born on May 27, 1951, in Port Allegany, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 2, 2025, in Deland, Florida. He was 74 years old.

Rick proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War – in Korea, a chapter of his life that reflected his deep sense of duty and commitment. His service remains a lasting testament of his courage and dedication.

He is loving remembered by his wife Margaret; sons Richard and Jonathan; daughter – in – law Linda; granddaughters Destinee and Sarah; sisters Patricia (Patsy) Bechtel and Elizabeth (Betsy) Slade (husband Richard); brother Perry Blackman (wife Judy); as well as several nieces, nephews, and extended family. Rick was preceded in death by his father Richard Sr., and mother Patricia.

Those who knew Rick will remember him as someone deeply cherished by all. His presence brought warmth and joy to those around him, and he will be greatly missed.

Rick will be laid to rest at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery.

May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.

The winter Indoor Potter County Farmers Market, located at the Riley Gallery, next to the Hotel Crittenden, will be open the first Saturday of each month, from January to May.  The next market will be this Saturday, January 3rd, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

[NOTICES: 

*  STARTING JANUARY 3RD,  NEW WINTER MARKET HOURS ARE SATURDAYS FROM 11AM TO 2PM. 

*  Beginning in January 2026 the Farmers Market will be the first Saturday of each month until May. The Saturday dates are January 3rd, February 7th, March 7th, and April 4th.  May 2026 the market will again be on the square

*  Market times have been established after many trials over the years.  If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly.  They are willing to try to accommodate your request.

As you know, winter started early in Galeton.  Snow, cold, and very windy at times. Morning readings were mainly in the 20’s.  It was zero on the 5th and minus 3 degrees on the 9th. It did manage to reach 41 on the 19th. Afternoons stayed in the 20’s and 30’s with wind. On a very few days, it did manage to reach the low 40s. Heavy sleet fell on the 26th and 27th along with freezing rain. Conditions were very slippery. No mail was delivered on the 27th, and some stores and shops were closed. Because of the icy conditions, some were housebound for a few days.

Rainfall and melted snow amounted to 3,37″ in 2024; the total was 2.88″. We received 16.5″ of snow. In 2024, the total was 15.3″. This year, we had 1″ or more of snow on the ground for 22 days. The greatest snow depth was 10″ on the 14th and 15th.  Fog showed up one morning on the 29th.

The rain/snow readings for 2025. Rain  40.08″, which is 2.21″ below the average. Snow 34.2″, which is 20″ below average.

Get ready for more of the same for January. January is the coldest month of the year. However, you may still venture into the shed or garage to look at the mower and think about spring.

Henry W. Lush, National Weather Server Observer

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
740 PM EST Wed Dec 31 2025
…A FAVORABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR SNOW SQUALLS WILL BE IN PLACE
TONIGHT…

A strong cold front moving in will help to generate a line of
heavier snow showers and possibly embedded dangerous snow squalls
across northwest and central Pennsylvania.

We expect heavy snow showers and possible squalls to be on a line
from:
* Near Coudersport to Bradford to Warren between 10 and 11 pm.
* Near Mansfield to St. Mary’s to Dubois between 11 pm and
midnight.
* Near Jersey Shore to Lock Haven to Clearfield between midnight
and 1 am.
* Near Williamsport to State College to Altoona to Somerset between
1 and 2 am.
* Near Bloomsburg to Harrisburg to Mechanicsburg between 2 and 3
am.
* Near Lancaster to York between 3 and 4 am.

If snow squalls develop, they will last for up to 10 to 15
minutes in any one location, with up to a half-inch to an inch of
snow in that timeframe, along with possible wind gusts of 30 to 40
mph.

This would result in a quick reduction in visibility and
perhaps localized icy roads, should a flash freeze develop. Low
traction and blinding visibility of a snow squall can make travel
very dangerous very quickly. If this combination of ingredients
becomes imminent, snow squall warnings would be issued, with very
specific information on timing, movement, and portions of
interstate highways to be affected.

Please monitor the latest conditions in your area overnight if you
will be out driving. Use extra caution if you must travel into a
snow squall, slow down, and consider exiting the highway. Rapid
changes in visibility and potentially slick roads may lead to
accidents. Please use extreme caution and allow plenty of stopping
distance. Avoid braking suddenly.
Jurewicz/Bowen/Martin

Snow Squall Warning issued December 31 at 10:39PM EST until December 31 at 11:30PM EST by NWS Binghamton, NY

National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a

* Snow Squall Warning for…
Southeastern Seneca County in central New York…
Central Oneida County in central New York…
Schuyler County in central New York…
Southeastern Yates County in central New York…
Western Madison County in central New York…
Cayuga County in central New York…
Northern Cortland County in central New York…
Northern Chemung County in central New York…
Onondaga County in central New York…
Southern Steuben County in central New York…
Tompkins County in central New York…

* Until 1130 PM EST.

* At 1038 PM EST, a dangerous snow squall was located along a line
extending from near Camden to near Lyndon to near Marcellus to King
Ferry to Reading Center to Savona to near Harrison Valley, moving
east at 25 mph.

HAZARD…Intense bursts of heavy snow. Gusty winds leading to
blowing snow and visibility rapidly falling to less than
one-quarter mile. Wind gusts up to 35 mph.

SOURCE…Radar and webcams.

IMPACT…Travel will become difficult and potentially dangerous
within minutes.

Locations impacted include…
Onondaga, Syracuse, Rome, Ithaca, Elmira, De Witt, Cortland,
Sullivan, Oneida, and Corning.

INSTRUCTIONS: Reduce speed and turn on headlights! During snow squalls, the
visibility may suddenly drop to near zero in whiteout conditions.

Consider avoiding or delaying travel until the snow squall passes
your location. If you must travel, use extra caution and allow extra
time. Rapid changes in visibility and slick road conditions may lead
to accidents.

Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY