Elk County- Instructions, list of participating employers, and applications for the 2023 Dr. William C. Conrad / Stackpole-Hall Foundation Summer Jobs Program are now available at www.stackpolehall.org under the Summer Jobs section.
Students must be residents of Elk County and attending an approved higher education institution for the Fall Semester of 2023. The website contains complete eligibility information along with a list of employers and jobs available. All jobs are with Elk County non-profit organizations.
Students should download and complete the application forms and send them directly to the employers as soon as possible since employers may begin hiring at their discretion. Students may work from May 7 through August 12th, and will earn $12.00 per hour for up to 480 hours during the summer.
Over the past 38 years, the Foundation has provided more than 3,990 jobs and committed over $5.0 million to this program. When the Foundation’s support is added to the contribution by the Pennsylvania State Work Study Program and the employers’ share, millions of dollars have been earned by college students in Elk County.
Penn College softball, baseball teams post key wins
Pennsylvania College of Technology baseball and softball teams each handed rival Penn State Harrisburg its first United East losses of the season last week, while the Wildcats softball team extended its win streak to eight.
Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reminding candidates for political office that no campaign signs can be placed within the PennDOT right-of-way along state road, interstate, expressway, and other limited access highways. Political signs cannot be attached on light or signal posts, guide rail or other PennDOT traffic control devices.
It is illegal to install, erect or place any sign of any nature, including a temporary sign, on PennDOT right-of-way. Illegal signs can be removed at any time by PennDOT.
When PennDOT workers must remove campaign signs, it takes them away from working on important highway maintenance and safety projects.
Campaign signs placed along roadways may pose the following risks:
Reduced sight distance at intersections;
Possible harm to animals (wire posts could cut animals, and the plastic signs could be mistakenly eaten by animals);
Plastic signs that blow off their posts could clog drains; and
Wire posts left behind may cause safety hazards to PennDOT employees when they mow roadside vegetation
Signs posted in the right-of-way will be removed and stored at the PennDOT county maintenance office for 30 days prior to disposal.
How many times do we encounter hearing impaired people and wish that we could communicate with them? As we age, we gradually lose some of our hearing. Sign language can help. Also, mothers of pre-lingual children can use sign language as a tool with their little ones. Here is your opportunity to learn basic sign language that could help you or someone you care about.
This course will cover beginning sign language, the alphabet, conversational phrases and a variety of commonly used signs. In addition, basic facts essential to the correct use of the language will be addressed. A dedicated student could learn as many as 800 signs and understand signing and interpreting rules, basic deaf culture, and medical situations that cause deafness and loss of hearing. An intermediate course may be offered depending on interest.
This course will be taught by Sheri Greene and is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 25 – June 8, 2023 (not meeting the week of May 15th) from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office. The cost is $160/person. To register or for more information, visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
Montoursville, PA – During the warm months, The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) crews and contractors are involved in many projects throughout District 3-0, which includes: Bradford, Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties.
While many projects involve work being done on interstates and other high-volume roadways, motorists should be aware that they may encounter work on less traveled roads in rural areas. Depending on the work involved, motorists may encounter slow-moving PennDOT work vehicles as well as changes in traffic patterns.
Motorists should be aware that they may encounter mowing, herbicide spraying and line painting vehicles at any time. Please give them plenty of room to operate. Remain alert, slow down and drive with caution in work zones.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a reclamation project is set to begin next week on Route 3003 (Phoenix Run Road) in Gaines Township, Tioga County.
On Monday, April 24, 2023, and Tuesday, April 25, 2023, Phoenix Run Road will be closed between Route 6 to the Potter County line, while a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew performs work on the roadway. Work will be performed between the hours of 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
A detour using Route 6 (in Potter County), Meeker Road and Phoenix Run Road will be in place while work is being performed.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect travel delays, and drive with caution.
Motorists 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 1,000 traffic cameras.
Some go to the woods to wrap themselves in tranquility, surrounded by relative quiet if not outright silence. Spring turkey hunters aren’t necessarily among them.
Matching wits with a gobbler is often most exciting when things are downright rowdy.
That’s why there’s much excitement attached to this coming season, which begins on Saturday, April 22 with a half-day hunt for junior and youth mentored hunters, then runs from Saturday, April 29 to Tuesday, May 30 for everyone. It has the potential to be noisier than usual, given the abundance of 2-year-old birds – the most vocal and likely to engage in back-and-forth chatter with hunters.
$20 million in Technical Assistance Funding is Available to Plan High-Speed Internet Projects in Rural Communities
WASHINGTON, April 17, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $20 million to deliver broadband technical assistance resources for rural communities, and to support the development and expansion of broadband cooperatives.
USDA is offering the funding under the new Broadband Technical Assistance Program. The program supports technical assistance projects such as conducting feasibility studies, completing network designs and developing broadband financial assistance applications. Funding is also available to help organizations access federal resources, and to conduct data collection and reporting.
“USDA is committed to making sure that people, no matter where they live, have access to high-speed internet. That’s how you grow the economy – not just in rural communities, but across the nation,” said USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small. “USDA is partnering with small towns, local utilities and cooperatives, and private companies to increase access to this critical service which in turn boosts opportunity and helps build bright futures.”
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Want to share stories about your bird dog and your fall hunts? Prepare a meal of something you harvested from the wild and join fellow hunters and conservationists for a Wild Game Potluck on Saturday, 4/22, starting at 5:00 p.m. If you plan on attending, please register with Tommy Launer at tslauner@gmail.com. You must register to attend so we have enough silverware and drinks for all attendees.
The Upland Bird Hunt (UBH) Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) is offering a Wild Game Pot Luck at the Rolfe Beagle Club on Saturday, 4/22, at 1016 Long Level Road, Johnsonburg, Pa., 15845. Entry to the Wild Game Pot Luck is FREE with a wild game dish to share with others. If you do not have wild game to prepare and share, then please bring a vegetable dish, or a meat/cheese sampler. Come talk dogs, tell lies about our dogs, listen to other upland conservationists, and enjoy your favorite beverage around the fire pit.
“Based on last year’s success with the Birds ‘N’ Brews in Bradford, we wanted to try this wild game idea,” said Tommy Launer. “We invite you to join us for the evening. We will have some RGS and AWS (American Woodcock Society) items and memberships for attendees. We are looking for a laid-back evening of just enjoying our dogs and, hopefully, some of the food our dogs have helped us harvest. This evening is all about sharing our love for the upland life,” finished Launer.
Stay tuned to the Upland Bird Hunt Chapter by checking out the Facebook Group, RGS UBH St Marys PA Chapter, or get on the Ruffed Grouse Society email list for North Central PA by contacting wlhab9@gmail.com with your email. You will then be notified of all upcoming events the RGS has to offer in NC PA.
Mary L. BROOKS, 76, of Westfield, PA, died Friday, April 14, 2023 in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.
Born October 11, 1946, in Cowanesque, she was the daughter of Charles Patrick and Martha May Brown McLaughlin. On August 28, 1971, in Wellsboro, she married Robert E. Brooks, who survives. A 1964 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, she was employed by various insurance companies in Rochester, NY. Returning to Pennsylvania, she was employed by Gridley Insurance in Westfield and Knoxville and last employed by First Citizens National Bank in Ulysses for many years. Mary was a member of the Harrison Township Ladies Auxiliary and bowling leagues in Westfield.
Surviving besides her husband, Bob, are: four sisters, Sandra (Robert) Barriault of Conway, NH, Theresia (James) Franklin of Sayre, Cynthia McLaughlin of Cowanesque, and Susan (Joseph) Homill of Endicott, NY; two brothers, John (Lynn) McLaughlin of Cheyenne, WY and Tom (Sonia) McLaughlin of Galveston, TX; a sister-in-law, Carol McLaughlin of Shamokin Dam; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Brenda and Bruce Matis of Elkland; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by three brothers, Rudy W. McLaughlin, Charles McLaughlin, and Frank McLaughlin.
Friends may call Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes and Crematory, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Westfield Public Library, 147 Maple Street, Westfield, PA 16950 or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… Northwestern Cattaraugus County in western New York… Central Erie County in western New York… Northeastern Chautauqua County in western New York… * Until 830 PM EDT. * At 739 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Silver Creek, or 12 miles east of Dunkirk, moving northeast at 50 mph. HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Minor damage to vehicles is possible. Expect wind damage to trees and power lines. * Locations impacted include… Buffalo, Cheektowaga, West Seneca, North Tonawanda, Lackawanna, Kenmore, Depew, Tonawanda, Amherst and Dunkirk. This includes Interstate 90 between exits 49 and 58. HAIL THREAT…RADAR INDICATED MAX HAIL SIZE…1.00 IN WIND THREAT…RADAR INDICATED MAX WIND GUST…60 MPH
BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford honored Joelle Warner, director of donor relations and stewardship, during its Honors Convocation on Friday with the President’s Award for Excellence in Overall Performance from Richard T. Esch, Pitt-Bradford president.
“I am very happy to present this award to Joelle, who approaches her work with an exceptionally high level of professionalism,” said Richard T. Esch, Pitt-Bradford’s president. “She also cares deeply about our students, our faculty and staff, and our generous supporters.”
The President’s Award was created in 2016 to recognize a staff member who has demonstrated exemplary performance and outstanding individual contributions to the Pitt-Bradford campus.
Warner’s coworker, Christine Tyler, director of development and major gifts, nominated her for the award.
Tyler noted that Warner’s consistent professionalism, organization and diligence were of immense benefit to the university as she planned the dedication of the George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building and an annual luncheon for scholarship donors to meet their recipients.
During that time, Warner also arranged for donors to tour the new building and arranged for signage, including a new digital display, while also gathering thank you letters from donor recipients, tending to the needs of other donors and making each donor she works with feels valued.
“Joelle has made a tremendous impact on Pitt-Bradford’s ability to raise philanthropic funds and to acquire, cultivate and steward donors,” Tyler wrote. “She has assisted countless donors to establish scholarships at Pitt-Bradford [and] worked with corporate donors on in-kind donations. … The standard of excellence that our donors have come to expect from Pitt-Bradford’s advancement program can, in large part, be traced directly back to Joelle’s efforts.”
Tyler told a story to illustrate Warner’s individualized touch. “Last year one of our older donors, recently widowed, was not able to attend [an event] due to mobility issues. Joelle arranged to drive to the donor’s home a few days after the event to deliver a gift in person and spend some time visiting. Not because that falls under ‘other duties as assigned,’ but because that’s who Joelle is as a person.”
Warner and her husband, Kyle, live in Kane and enjoy traveling with their dog, Becca, snowmobiling and vintage motorcycle racing, and spending time outdoors and with their families.
Previous recipients of the award include Christina Marrone, registrar and director of enrollment services; Kim Masone, former conference services manager; and Richard Kahle, facilities director of the Richard E. and Ruth McDowell Sport and Fitness Center.
Rex C. Wells, age 67, of Elmira, formerly of Osceola, PA passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.
Born January 24, 1956 in Osceola, he was the son of the late Charles and Neva (King) Wells.
Rex graduated from Elkland High School and earned his Associates Degree in mechanics from Williamsport Area Community College. He served in the National Guard, retired from Dominion as a compressor station operator and worked part time at the GCP Discount Liquors in Horseheads, NY.
Rex was an avid outdoorsman; enjoying hunting and fishing, tinkering in his garage and was always willing to help others and neighbors. Most of all he was a family man and took great care of them.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Linda M. Wells; daughter, Tanya (Dan Miller) Wells of Elmira; son, Brion Michael Wells of Elmira; two sisters, Charlotte Bitler of Lawrenceville and Mary Brian of Osceola and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Clyde K. Wells and nephew, Ricky S. Wells.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Friday, April 21st from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. A memorial service will be held immediately following at 6:00 PM with his nephew, Rev. David Bitler officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Rex’s honor to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Sherry Lynn Monroe, age 64, of Westfield, PA passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at UPMC Wellsboro.
Born September 25, 1958 in Blossburg, she was the daughter of the late Van C. and Ella M. (Schueltz) Grenolds.
Sherry worked for K Magnetics in Galeton for many years until their closing and was still working for the Electri-Cord in Westfield. She enjoyed shopping and decorating the house.
She is survived by her loving husband, Alan J. Monroe; daughter, Nickie (Todd) Putman of Westfield; step son, Robert J. Tombs of Knoxville; grandchildren, Jaxon Putman, Angela Tombs and McKenna Putman; a brother, Randy Grenolds of Painted Post, NY; four sisters, Judy Cady of Westfield, Barbara Schmidt of Westfield, Linda Hand of Gaines and Vickie Campbell of Carlisle; her longtime best friend Joanne Monroe; many nieces, nephews and cousins and her extended Monroe family.
Sherry was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Sarah Tombs.
A celebration of life will be held at Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St, Westfield on Thursday, 5:00 – 7:00 PM. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
