NEWS

On April 30th Kane Fire Department was dispatched to Greeves St. for an automatic fire qlarm

The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (NCPRPDC) and the Rural Transportation Planning Organization (RPO) announce a public comment period from May 1 through May 31, 2026, for the Draft FY 2027–2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), including the Air Quality Conformity Report.

The TIP identifies priority transportation projects across the North Central Pennsylvania region. Documents are available for review at:

https://rpo.ncentral.com/our_work/federally_required_plans/tip/current_tip.php

A public meeting will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the NCPRPDC office, 49 Ridgmont Drive, Ridgway, PA, with a virtual option available.

For meeting access or additional information, contact NCPRPDC at (814) 773-3162. Requests for special assistance should be made at least five days in advance.

Public participation is encouraged.

If you have any questions or special needs, contact Amy Kessler at (814) 773-3162.

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE From The National Weather Service State College PA
Issued: 1:42 AM EDT Thu Apr 30 2026

…FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT FRIDAY…

* WHAT…Temperatures in the low to mid 30s will result in areas of frost.

* WHERE…Cambria, Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, McKean, Potter, Somerset, and Warren Counties.

* WHEN…From midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS…Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Clouds and a light west-northwest wind could limit frost coverage to some extent.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Take steps now to protect tender plants and vegetation.
For more information from the National Weather Service visit weather.gov/StateCollege

On April 30th Shinglehouse Ambulance was dispatched to Clara Rd. for a person Ill

More than $357 million in federal funds invested in 312 safety improvement projects under Shapiro Administration, with more than $106 million planned for 2026; $30 million in state funds invested in low-cost safety projects.

Fatalities are down in impaired driver and lane departure crashes, and crashes where a driver or passenger wasn’t wearing a seat belt.

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the number of people killed in traffic crashes reached a new low in 2025, dropping to 1,047, the lowest since record keeping began in 1928 and 80 less than 2024.

We R Nuts of Port Washington, New York is recalling 254 Uncle Giuseppe’s branded 11oz containers of milk chocolate bridge mix, because it may contain undeclared Milk, Soy and Cashews. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Milk, Soy and Cashews run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Milk Chocolate Bridge Mix was distributed in New York & New Jersey though Uncle Giuseppes retail stores

The recalled products are packaged in clear rectangular 11oz tamper resistant plastic containers. The sell by dates, located at the top left corner of the label range from 9/4/2026- 11/6/2026. All packages state that they were Distributed by We R Nuts at the bottom of the label.

The recall was initiated after a discrepancy in the label’s ingredient list was discovered during an inspection of the facility’s products. Once We R Nuts Management was made aware of the allergens missing from our ingredient label, we started a formal recall.

No injuries or illness have been reported by this recall to date.

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PORT ALLEGANY, PA —The Seneca Highlands Educational Association (SHEA) and the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Educational Association (SHCTEA) have announced the opening of the “Union Strong Box,” a community-led public pantry. Located on Edison Bates Drive near the trailhead, the box provides 24/7 access to essential goods for Port Allegany residents.This initiative is a joint effort supported by the Central Labor Council (AFL-CIO), which has committed to funding and supplying the box on a monthly basis.

By combining the efforts of local educators with the resources of the broader labor movement, the project aims to provide a reliable safety net for students and families in the area.”This pantry is about showing up for our community in a way that matters,” said Brent Bryant, a local educator.

The Community Education Center’s Leadership Elk and Cameron program’s (LEC) monthly session focused on economic development, environment & tourism in April. The day started at Domtar in Johnsonburg with a tour of the facility. Participants learned about the history of the mill and its importance to the global economy and local conservation efforts.

After Domtar, they traveled to St. Marys to tour Straub Brewery and hear about how the Brewery benefits many local businesses and is a main tourist destination for visitors to the region. The participants then enjoyed lunch in the Straub Taproom which was sponsored by Straub. After lunch they headed to the Recycling Center where Bekki Titchner provided the group with some statistics about recycling. The recycling center tour was during open hours so the participants got to see first-hand all the hard work that the volunteers do.

McKean County Conservation District – Who are We?

Recognized by both the Pennsylvania State House and Senate, April 26-May 2^nd, 2026 has been declared “Conservation District Week.”

We all know the importance of clean water and healthy soil to keep our families fed. Did you know that your local county conservation district is working in your community to ensure there is enough clean water and healthy soil for future generations?

This Friday, May 1 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Yetsu is presenting a free concert on the outdoor stage at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. This “organic rock ‘n roll” band will perform originals from their first album and their in progress second. 

Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and sit in the grassy area in front of the outdoor stage or on Central Avenue, which will be closed to motor vehicle traffic from the Warehouse Theatre to Main Street. If it rains, this concert will be moved indoors to the Deane Center’s Coolidge Theatre.

West Branch Township will hold the annual Spring Clean Up on Saturday, May 2nd & Sunday, May 3rd from 8am-5pm at the Maintenance Building, located at 213 Pigeon Hill Road, Galeton, PA 16922. West Branch Township residents and property owners can dispose of larger / miscellaneous items for free. Clean Up Pass must be presented at the gate entrance. For more information, including a list of acceptable items – visit www.westbranchtwp.com or contact the office at 814-435-7898.

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Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that a project to trim and remove trees on two McKean County roadways started earlier this week. This work will enhance driver safety and extend the service life of the roadway surface.

This work will impact approximately 8.5 miles of Route 59 between Route 4003 (Bingham Road) in Lafayette Township and Hamlin Street in Smethport Borough as well as approximately 3.5 miles of Route 219 between Route 6 in Hamlin Township and Route 3006 (Westline Road) in Lafayette. PennDOT anticipates short delays as flaggers in the roadway provide traffic control. It urges drivers to exercise caution in all work zones, watch for flaggers and slow-moving or stopped traffic, obey posted speed limits, and always buckle up.

Tree trimming and removal provide “daylighting” to the roadway, allowing sunlight to speed snow and ice melt during winter. It also enhances sight distance at some locations and lessens the potential for old and dead trees to fall onto the road.

The contractors will complete the work during daylight hours. Sajak’s Tree Service of Coalport, PA, and Sidelines Tree Service of Oakdale, PA, are the contractors for this work. PennDOT anticipates the work being completed in a few weeks.

Drivers can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.

Angeline M. Feldbauer, 78, formerly of Sunrise Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at UPMC Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (April 27) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) began its quarterly business meeting by thanking anglers, agency staff, and volunteers for a safe and successful start to the 2026 trout season and promoting the plentiful fishing and boating opportunities that are just beginning as warmer spring temperatures arrive.

“With spring in full swing and even warmer summer temperatures not far behind, this is a truly special time of year to get outside and enjoy fishing and boating,” said John Mahn, Jr., PFBC President and District 2 Commissioner.  “I appreciate the crowds of anglers that have been turning out for the first few weeks of trout season, including those who continue to assist our hatchery staff and Waterways Conservation Officers as they stock hundreds of waters statewide through Memorial Day.  As water temperatures begin to warm up, the bass, panfish, and catfish action really begins to heat up on our rivers and lakes, and I encourage everyone to take advantage of the world-class Walleye fishery on Lake Erie beginning in May.  As always, if you plan to fish from a boat, please remember to wear your life jacket.”

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and melanoma is its most dangerous form. The good news is that most skin cancers are highly treatable when found early, and many cases are preventable. Skin Cancer Awareness and Melanoma Awareness months are a good reminder to check your skin, protect it every day, and know when a spot needs medical attention.

Melanoma and other skin cancers: who is at risk?

Anyone can develop skin cancer. Risk is higher for people with a history of sunburns, frequent outdoor sun exposure, tanning bed use, many moles, or a personal or family history of skin cancer. People with lighter skin tones tend to be diagnosed more often, but melanoma can occur in any skin tone and may be missed when it appears in less sun-exposed areas such as the palms, soles, under nails, or inside the mouth. If you are not sure what is normal for your skin, that is a good reason to start looking regularly.

What to look for: the ABCDEs and other warning signs