NEWS

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of May 20. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:

Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning

• Various routes throughout the county. Monday, May 20, through Friday, May 24. This work takes place off the roadway and has minimal, if any, traffic impact.

Pennsylvania has some of the oldest bridges in the country, with an age of more than 50 years on average. Preventive maintenance is vital in extending the life of the structures. As such, PennDOT maintenance crews perform some bridge deck patching and structural repairs.

Cold in Place Recycling

• Route 1009 (Bell Run Road) between the intersections of Route 44 and the McKean/Potter County line in Ceres Township. Monday, May 20, through Friday, May 24. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours.

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of May 20. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in Potter County for the coming week is as follows:

• Spa Night returns on Thursday, May 23 from 5 – 8:00 pm.  Cover is $10.00, spa services, including Reflexology, Foot Detox, Massage, and Facials, are an extra fee.  Refreshments served.  For more information, please call the co-op at 814-274-8165.
• Quilters, Brenda Bonczar and Lilly Ingalls, are teaching a two-day Sewing Class, for students 9 and up, on June 10 and 13 from 10:30 till noon. Students will be making a small patchwork tote bag.   Necessary materials provided, including sewing machines. The price of the class is $40.00.  Please call the Potter County Artisan Co-op to register, at (814) 274-8165.

To register for these classes, please call the center at 814-274-8165.  The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street and is open from 9 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday.

These events are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and the Elk County Council on the Arts Gallery, state agencies, funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 

Bradford, PA – The Bradford Hospital Foundation (BHF), the fundraising organization of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC), presented a scholarship to a local aspiring nurse on Friday, May 10. The future nurse was awarded the Benjamin O. and Blanche Wentworth Endowed Nurse Scholarship.

The foundation proudly presented the $1,000 scholarship to Emily Morgan of Bradford, PA.  

Belmont, NY –  The Allegany County Democrats collected 12 bags/boxes of non-perishable food and personal care items when they met recently in Little Genesee. The goods were donated to the Bolivar Food Pantry located at the Community Center of the Little Genesee 7^th Day Baptist Church. This service project is one of the ways the Democratic Committee lives its motto: “Serving our Community”.

Job Opportunity:

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Company:

Location:

Coudersport, PA

Essential Job Functions:

Align with our company culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures by exemplifying our C.L.E.A.R Principles.

• Curiosity- look for a better way as a solutions-oriented problem solver.
• Leadership- take ownership and be the catalyst of change.
• Enthusiasm- be motivated and passionate about your work.
• Accountability- deliver on commitments and act with integrity.
• Respect- be present, listen and engage with inclusive open, honest, and direct communication.

Job Description:

Join our dynamic team as a Manufacturing Process Engineer where you will play a pivotal role in designing, defining, and planning manufacturing processes. You’ll be responsible for specifying and overseeing the installation of new processes, planning equipment build schedules, and monitoring vendor progress. Your expertise will contribute to recommending equipment, method, and layout changes to optimize manufacturing procedures and processes. Moreover, you’ll work on improving current processes through continual analysis of labor, equipment, and processing costs.

Desired Qualifications:

Previous experience in manufacturing methods/processes

Familiarity with PLC programming

Knowledge of CAD, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Industrial Engineering

Excellent creative, advisory, instructional, communication, and problem-solving skills

Education:

4-year bachelor’s degree preferred

Specific Education/ Experience:

2-4 year engineering degree, plus 3 to 5 years of manufacturing work experience. Candidates with Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering degrees are preferred.

Specific Skills and/or Experience with Software, Equipment, etc.:

MS Office, Autocad, Solidworks, Fanuc Robots, RSLogix, AB Panelbuilder, CTC HMI, Compumotor. Experience with equipment such as ultrasonic and vibration welding, automated vision, and electrical testing is desired.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to Lmann@truck-Lite.com or visit the careers page at https://www.truck-lite.coDm/careers

Michael R. HENLEY, 67, of Akron, NY, died Saturday, May 11, 2024.  

Born February 10, 1957, in East Cleveland, OH, he was the son of Robert Henry and Jean Marilyn Petrash Henley.  Surviving are: his wife, Laurie; his mother, Jean Marilyn Henley; four children, Torian (Neil), Sara, Michael JR (Loriann), and Jessica; six grandchildren, Delia, Carter, Hunter, Henley, Harley, and Loki ; a sister, Susan (Frederick Frolick) Henley; a brother, Peter Henley; nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his father. 

Mike was larger than life in all meanings of stature.  Every accomplishment in his professional and personal life was done to the maximum.  His knowledge and wisdom in every aspect of his life impacted anyone who knew him.  The size of his heart was unmeasurable and to be loved by him was the greatest gift.  Every choice he made advancing through life was inclusive to benefiting his family.  He had a passion for his career and believed in always pushing the limit.  The love he gave is his eternal gift. 

Thanks to the following sponsors for helping to make this a success: UPMC Cole, American Legion Potter Post 192, Edward Jones, Sons of the American Legion, Legion Auxiliary, E&G Auto Plus, Zitomedia, The Coudersport Borough, Coudersport PTSA & Rainbow Paradise Fishing Park. Come join in on the fun and help us raise money towards student scholarships. Hope to see you there!

By: Jeffrey Myers, DO, EMS Medical Director
Emergency Services, UPMC in North Central Pa.

May 19 – 25, marks the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week. It’s a time to show our gratitude toward EMTs, paramedics, and first responders who provide lifesaving care across the nation every day.

I want to take the opportunity to offer appreciation and praise, personally and on behalf of my colleagues at UPMC in North Central Pa., to these often-unsung heroes in our community.

Fifty years is a major milestone and this year’s theme is “Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future.” Health care is constantly evolving, and this theme is very fitting given the current climate of EMS care and how much things have changed over the last few years.

Richburg Fire Company, Richburg, NY has cancelled Bingo for Monday, May 20th. 

We will be back June 3rd.  

Job Opportunity:

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Company:

Location:

Coudersport, PA

Essential Job Functions:

Align with our company culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures by exemplifying our C.L.E.A.R Principles.

• Curiosity- look for a better way as a solutions-oriented problem solver.
• Leadership- take ownership and be the catalyst of change.
• Enthusiasm- be motivated and passionate about your work.
• Accountability- deliver on commitments and act with integrity.
• Respect- be present, listen and engage with inclusive open, honest, and direct communication.

Job Description:

Join our dynamic team as a Manufacturing Process Engineer where you will play a pivotal role in designing, defining, and planning manufacturing processes. You’ll be responsible for specifying and overseeing the installation of new processes, planning equipment build schedules, and monitoring vendor progress. Your expertise will contribute to recommending equipment, method, and layout changes to optimize manufacturing procedures and processes. Moreover, you’ll work on improving current processes through continual analysis of labor, equipment, and processing costs.

Desired Qualifications:

Previous experience in manufacturing methods/processes

Familiarity with PLC programming

Knowledge of CAD, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Industrial Engineering

Excellent creative, advisory, instructional, communication, and problem-solving skills

Education:

4-year bachelor’s degree preferred

Specific Education/ Experience:

2-4 year engineering degree, plus 3 to 5 years of manufacturing work experience. Candidates with Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering degrees are preferred.

Specific Skills and/or Experience with Software, Equipment, etc.:

MS Office, Autocad, Solidworks, Fanuc Robots, RSLogix, AB Panelbuilder, CTC HMI, Compumotor. Experience with equipment such as ultrasonic and vibration welding, automated vision, and electrical testing is desired.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to Lmann@truck-Lite.com or visit the careers page at https://www.truck-lite.coDm/careers