The Port Allegany VMI (Veterans Memorial, Inc.) held their annual Veterans Day Dinner Saturday night at the VMI. President of the VMI, Wayne Thomas, served as MC for the event. Alvin Loveless was the guest speaker for the evening. Pictured are three Veterans and former co-workers at North Penn Gas Company – George Failey, Earl Stromberg and Gerry Hobbs. Also pictured is the guest speaker, Alvin Loveless.
OLEAN, NY – Olean General Hospital (OGH), a member campus of Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), held a reception to unveil a hand-painted portrait of a couple that has and will continue to, make a significant impact on the hospital campus. The ceremony was held on October 27 to honor the late Robert and Marjorie Schaumleffel, who left a long legacy of philanthropy and volunteerism. Held in the main waiting area of the hospital many of Majorie’s former auxiliary members shared stories and talked about what a bright light she was. Family, close friends, and members of the hospital staff gathered to recognize this admirable couple that began their benevolent gifts to OGH in 1998.
Harrisburg, PA – Colonel Christopher Paris, Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), announced today his department received two federal grants totaling more than $5.9 million to combat the distribution of controlled substances in Commonwealth communities.
The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) awarded the PSP a grant of $3,986,394 under its Anti-Heroin Task Force program (AHTF) and $1,941,62 under its Anti-Methamphetamine Program (CAMP).
Pictured is the front cover “Of a Predatory Heart.” An illustration of Joe Parry is on the left.
“It was 2007 and my bookstore, From My Shelf Books & Gifts had been open for almost a year,” said Kevin Coolidge, owner. “We were selling both new and used books. An older man came in. He identified himself as Joe Parry, an outdoor writer and a Vietnam-era veteran. Joe wanted me to sell his books.
“I was writing a column for the Wellsboro Gazette reviewing newly published books. He told me he used to write for the Wellsboro Gazette as well as ‘Pennsylvania Game News’, ‘Field & Stream: Finns and Feathers’, ‘Turkey Magazine’ and more. Mostly, he had contributed short stories he had written about hunting, fishing and the outdoors to them.
“He wanted to put together an anthology of his short stories, but didn’t know how to do it. He had a folder filled with great stories, more than enough for a book.
PAES once again celebrated Red Ribbon Week from October 23 to October 31 with students and staff dedicating their time to raise awareness about leading a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Students engage in fun activities and educational initiatives to promote positive choices and healthy living. It also provides an opportunity for the school community to come together and reinforce the positive messages. The week ended with the Red Ribbon Skits led by Guidance Counselor, Mrs. Beth Scanlon.
The Port Allegany Gator Cheerleader Vendor Event will take place Saturday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Port Allegany United Methodist Church located at 307 North Main Street in Port Allegany. There will be 15 vendors, a Bucket Auction, 50/50 Raffle, an autographed football raffle with one Steelers Ball and one Buffalo Bills ball and more. Two meal deals will be offered for lunch. Come out and see what local vendors have to offer, take your chance at the raffles and enjoy lunch all while supporting the Gator Cheerleaders! Pictured is Karen Harmon from Karen’s Hairstyling Salon, as she prepares a container of hair products and fall decor for the Bucket Auction.
PITTSBURGH — UPMC has been named both a nationwide top 10 Military Friendly Employer and a Military Spouse Friendly Employer for 2024 for its commitment to serving the military and veteran community — from hiring and career advancement to customer service and charitable investment.
UPMC is being honored for meeting or exceeding standards in critical areas of commitment to the military community including recruiting, hiring and training of veterans and military spouses, and partnering with and supporting veteran-owned businesses.
“UPMC is honored with this designation and proud to be recognized as a company that truly cares about the service and sacrifices of the entire military community,” said John Galley, senior vice president and chief human resources officer at UPMC.
More than 1,600 UPMC employees self-identify as veterans. From senior level executives to entry level staff, these heroes play important roles in every area across all divisions and UPMC locations. UPMC leads the state in placement of active-duty service members in Department of Defense SkillBridge internships, with approximately 50 appointments in 2023.
As a Military Friendly employer, UPMC succeeds in helping veterans and other members of the military community make the transition from the military to satisfying employment in the civilian world. UPMC is dedicated to veterans, from hiring, to retention and advancement, to putting employee development programs in place to help veterans reach their career goals.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced it will implement single-lane closures on I-80 eastbound at mile marker 130 starting Monday. This project will repair damage to the roadway suffered during a multi-vehicle crash and tractor-trailer fire on Friday, November 10.
At 10:02 AM on Wednesday, Bradford City Firefighters have been dispatched for a structure fire at 197 Interstate Parkway. A light ballast is smoking. Caller turned off electricity to the light.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Christine M. “Chrissy” Bagley, will be celebrated on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 11:00 AM at the St. Marys Church, 315 Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Family and friends will be received at the St. Marys Church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the Mass. Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling the arrangements.
Mae Bilodeau Yale Serianni died on Monday, November 13, 2023 at her home at 133 Edward Road in St. Marys with her family present.
She was born in Toby, PA on May 24, 1934 to the late Frederick and Millie Matilda Bish Bilodeau. Besides being predeceased by her parents, she was preceded in death by her ten siblings: Rachel Reichard, Francis Strum, Twila Moyer, Ruth DePonceau, Alice Desantis, Dolph Bilodeau, Grace Keech, LeRoy “Bud” Bilodeau, Leo Bilodeau, and John Bilodeau in infancy.
Mae was married twice. Her first was to the late, Legrand “Cubby” Yale. Children from that marriage are: Marcia Yale, who died in infancy, Brenda (Randy) Feikls, and Tracy (Steve) Simon; grandchildren: Dylan (Brittany) Feikls, Ryan Feikls, Trent Feikls, Cara (Keith) Gore, and Hanna (Eric) Cooper.
Her second marriage was to Richard “Dick” Serianni, who survives. Mae’s step-sons include: Thomas Serianni, Robert (Lorna) Serianni, and Richard (Pamela) Serianni; step-grandchildren: Ryan (Cara) Serianni, Noah Serianni, and Angela Serianni.
CLOVER TWP. — Police are charging a Punxsutawney man with murder after he allegedly shot a woman to death in Clover Township, Jefferson County, Thursday morning.
Dakota Hamner Greeley, 20, faces charges of criminal homicide, murder and two counts of terroristic threats in the killing of his girlfriend, Trisha Renee Cole. Read more…..
Smethport–A Celebration of Life will be held for Leonard C. Anderson on November 18, 2023, from 1-3 PM at the V.F.W. Post #2497 of Smethport. Military Honors will be accorded at 1 PM and the Celebration immediately following.
A full obituary was posted in a previous edition. Arrangements were handled by Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Leadership Potter County is a great opportunity for residents from throughout Potter County to learn about themselves, participate in collaborative experiences and engage in opportunities to become more civic minded.
What do you think makes a good leader? Do you see yourself in a leadership role in the near future or sometime during your career? Do you want to have an impact on the communities where you live and work?
Potter County Human Services has multiple openings for County Caseworker 2/ICM positions in the Children and Youth Department. The positions will be located at a school within Potter County and/or Potter County Human Services in Roulette.
On November 13 at 9:13 pm. Derrick City Fire and Bradford City Ambulance have been dispatched to a two car MVA at 31 Bolivar Dr. in Foster Twp. with unknown details. Derrick City has been recalled
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is inviting residents of the 68th Legislative District to join him for a telephone town hall meeting on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. to discuss a variety of state and local issues.
“This is a great opportunity to talk about the issues that matter most to us, both in Harrisburg and here at home,” Owlett said. “I will share information about a variety of topics, including the state budget and education issues, as well as ongoing efforts to bring rural broadband to our communities.”
A telephone town hall meeting works very much like a traditional town hall meeting, but because people can participate from the comfort of their own homes, these meetings typically draw hundreds of people rather than just dozens.
Calls inviting people to participate will start going out about five minutes before the telephone town hall meeting is to begin. Participants can simply stay on the line to listen, or press *3 if they’d like to make a comment or ask a question.
This office is looking for relatives of Virginia H. (Wiles) Johnson Hastings, 77, of 11 Rew Service Road, in Rew PA.
Virginia’s date of birth is December 27, 1945. She was the widow of Clinton H. ”Cliff” Hastings, they were married January 1, 1999. Mr. Hastings died October 20, 2017, and is buried in McKean Memorial Park Cemetery.
Virginia is not believed to have had children, but it is believed she had one brother in the North Carolina area, and possibly one nephew. She may also have been married to a Mr. Johnson prior to her marriage to Mr. Hastings.
Anyone with information regarding Virginia Hastings possible relatives is asked to call the McKean County Coroner’s Office at 814-598-1368.