Pennsylvania State Police Reminds Pet Owners of Basic Needs
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is reminding pet owners that they are required to provide the animals with basic needs, as defined by law, or face potential animal neglect and/or cruelty charges.
“Basic needs include the proper sustenance to maintain a healthy body weight, as well as clean, unfrozen water to avoid dehydration,” said Corporal Michael Spada, PSP Bureau of Criminal Investigation Animal Cruelty Officer. “Animals need just as much water in the winter as they do in the summer for their bodies to process food and help keep the natural metabolism working.”
Animals must also have access to an appropriate-sized shelter that provides protection from the weather, keeps the animal dry, and allows it to retain its body heat. The shelter must also be clean and sanitary.
Veterinary care must be provided for pets in need of medical attention.
According to Title 18, Chapter 55, Subchapter B of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, there are certain requirements that must be met if tethering a dog outside.
With the holiday season upon us, animals are often given as gifts and sometimes surrendered to shelters or rescues a few months later. To avoid this, consider the animal’s breed and inherent behavioral traits, its size as an adult and its needs as it gets older, and the costs to care for the animal, including veterinary expenses. All too often, “cute and cuddly” pets are forgotten as they grow and age.
Consider supporting your local shelters and rescues with donations and even adopting an older pet that needs a loving home.
For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov.
Roulette Township Meeting Time Changed
PUBLIC NOTICE
Due to a conflict in schedules the Roulette Township Supervisors have moved their Organizational Meeting time from 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the same place as usual. There will be a special meeting held right after the Organizational Meeting to open the tree bids only. No other business will be discussed.
The Roulette Township Supervisors would like to announce that they will be holding their annual organizational meeting on January, 3, 2023 at 5 p.m.
The regular meeting for January will be announced after the supervisors have designated a day and time. It will be held at the township office, at 80 Railroad Ave., Roulette PA. This building is handicap accessible.
DEP’s 2021 Oil and Gas Annual Report Details Production Increase
Harrisburg, PA – The 2021 Oil and Gas Annual Report released today by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) shows that production and compliance inspections increased in 2021. Pennsylvania continues to be the second largest producer of natural gas in the nation, behind Texas.
“In 2021, DEP remained committed to enforcing violations of the oil and gas industry,” said DEP Acting Secretary Ramez Ziadeh. “Governor Wolf and DEP continued their priority of maintaining environmental protection for Pennsylvania’s residents and visitors.”
The report notes that DEP personnel completed 34,145 compliance inspections at conventional and unconventional well sites in 2021, about 8,262 more than in 2020. All inspections continue to be done electronically.
DEP issued 770 unconventional well permits in 2021, about 150 fewer than the previous year. Sustained low commodity prices coupled with longer wellbores contributed to a decline in permit applications. An interactive map shows well drilling locations by county.
In 2021, more than 7.6 trillion cubic feet of natural gas was produced from unconventional and conventional gas wells in Pennsylvania. This represents the largest volume of natural gas on record that has been produced in Pennsylvania in a single year. In 2021, there was 7,572,916,109 cubic feet of natural gas produced from unconventional wells, and 76,454,176 cubic feet of natural gas produced from conventional wells. In 2020, data confirmed that 7,091,486,278 cubic feet of natural gas was produced from unconventional wells and 83,837,607 cubic feet of natural gas was produced from conventional wells.
The interactive, multimedia annual report offers several levels of data: the year in review; deeper detail and historical data; and educational overviews of drilling and the regulatory process statewide. For example, users can compare how much gas was produced over the past 10 years, and drill down to see production by an individual well.
The annual report also features a section on the many ways the public can stay up-to-date on regulations, for example, by signing up for email notifications or attending Oil and Gas Technical Advisory Board Meetings in person or by webinar.
The Wolf Administration also made public a report requested by Governor Tom Wolf detailing the compliance records of conventional oil and gas producers. The report was requested in the July 19, 2022 Lapsing Statement that accompanied HB 2644. The report reviewed compliance among conventional oil and gas operators, evaluated options for ensuring compliance, and provided recommendations for possible reforms. The report can be found here.
2021 Oil and Gas Annual Report
HB 2644 Lapsing Statement Report
David L. Bizzarro, 73, of 23 River Street, Bradford, PA
David L. Bizzarro, loving father and grandfather, 73, of 23 River Street, Bradford, PA passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at his residence.
Born October 5, 1949, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Michael and Lena (Martel) Bizzarro.
Dave was a 1967 graduate of Bradford Central Christian High School and received an associate degree from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford in 1969.
He was employed for 25 years locally at Penzoil Company and moved to Midland, TX with Penzoil. He retired and returned to Bradford to work with his son Mel.
Dave enjoyed playing baseball and coaching Little League Baseball. He loved the NY Yankees. His greatest joy was being with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He was a member of St. Bernard Church, and the Italian Club.
He is survived by two daughters, Joy (Shane) Harless, of Bradford, and Melissa (Kevin) Winter, of Prosper TX, several grandchildren including Cassandra Harless, Brodie Harless, twins, Codie and Blake Harless, Nathan Winter, Sofia Winter, Vinnie Bizzarro and Melanie Bizzarro, one brother, Robert M. (Lisa) Bizzarro, of Tonawanda NY, and two nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one son, Melvin D. Bizzarro.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday January 3, 2023, from 10 am to Noon in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue, at Noon funeral services will be held with Fr. Jim Gutting officiating. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford, PA 16701, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Potter County Artisan Co-op Sets Winter Hours
The Potter County Artisan Co-op, located at 227 North Main Street Coudersport announces winter hours.
The Co-op will be open 12pm to 4pm Monday through Friday and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday, January 1-March 31, 2023.
The Potter County Artisan Co-op is a juried collective of local fine art and master craftsmanship. Available items include: maple syrup, honey. pickles and relishes, artisan cheese, knitted and crocheted hats, and quilted items natural soaps ,and herbal teas The center has handmade pottery—from beer steins to coffee mugs. There’s also a variety of baskets, painted gourds, photographs, wildlife drawings, paintings, dream catchers, greeting cards, books and Eliot Ness Fest memorabilia including t-shirts. Each item is unique—none are exactly the same and each has been individually crafted by one of over 40 local artisans.
For more information, call 814-274-8165 or email pottercountyartisancenter@gmail.com or follow on Facebook.
Barbara Moscato Brown Library reflects on 2022 and looks to coming year
Photo courtesy Barbara Moscato Brown Library
Several attendees of the Library’s 80s Prom Murder Mystery Fundraiser pose in front of the selfie wall showing off their totally rad outfits.
Thursday, December 29, 2022
As 2022 comes to a close, we want to reflect on what an incredible year it has been for the library! In 2022, we spearheaded and developed tons of brand-new and fun programs and crafting sessions for people of all ages!
One of our personal favorites was Wizarding Days at the Library to celebrate Harry Potter! We also had plenty of presenters come in to conduct engaging presentations/workshops for the community.
Photo courtesy Barbara Moscato Brown Library
Three patrons are pictured holding the wands they created during the library’s Wandmaking 101 craft session.
Walter R. CRAWFORD, 85, of Ulysses, PA
Walter R. CRAWFORD, 85, of Ulysses, PA, died Wednesday, December 28, 2022 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born October 3, 1937, in Newark, NJ, he was the son of Louis and Theresa Szeldmayer Crawford.
He served honorably with the U.S. Air Force from March 1955 – September 1958.
Walter was employed as a truck driver.
He is survived by his friend and neighbor, Terry Daniel.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
TROUT UNLIMITED TIADAGHTON CHAPTER #688 MEMBERS TO CONDUCT A BEGINNER FLY TYING COURSE ON FIVE CONSECUTIVE MONDAYS, JAN. 9-FEB. 6
Members of Trout Unlimited Tiadaghton Chapter #688 are conducting a beginner fly tying course on five consecutive Mondays for the public at the Wellsboro ActIve Living Center (formerly the Wellsboro Senior Center) at 3 Queen Street In Wellsboro.
Those who register will learn the basics of fly tying through hands-on instruction on five different fly tying patterns, given by Tiadaghton Chapter #688 members. Materials and tools will be provided.
The course is limited to 10 students and will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each Monday starting on Jan. 9, continuing on Jan. 14, 23 and 30 and ending on Feb. 6. The cost is $35 per person.
Sign up for the course with Don Kelly at Tackle Shack. For more information, call him at 570-724-5138.
Alfred J. Brown, age 87, of Lawrenceville, PA
Alfred J. Brown, age 87, of Lawrenceville, PA passed away on December 24, 2022 at Broad Acres Nursing Home in Wellsboro.
Born August 2, 1935 in Bath, NY, he was the son of the late Alfred H. Brown and Frances (Quick) Brown Patterson. He married Rosalie Rumburger on November 23, 1957 and they celebrated 65 years of marriage.
Al served three years in the US Marine Corps where he earned the rank SSgt. Al then worked as a machinist for Ingersoll Rand where he retired. In retirement, Al operated a cabinet shop where he built many pieces of heirloom furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets as well as custom restoration.
In addition to his wife, Al is survived by his children, Deborah and Ronald Chapel of Tioga and their son, Nicholas Chapel; Cherrie and Arthur Miller of Tioga and their children, Matt Soper, Jaime Soper, Tony Miller and Angie Miller and Brian and Desta Brown of Knoxville and their children, Yvonne Brown and Brian Brown; and six great grandchildren.
Per Al’s wishes there will be no services at this time.
Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Richard L. HRIBAR, 83, of Coudersport, PA
Richard L. HRIBAR, 83, of Coudersport, PA, died Thursday, December 29, 2022 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Blood Drive Scheduled At BRMC on January 4th
Bradford, PA – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) will be hosting a community blood drive in the main lobby of the hospital on Wednesday, January 4. The blood drive is in partnership with ConnectLife and will run from 10am to 3pm.
ConnectLife is Western New York’s only community blood bank which means every drop of blood donated remains local. The organization supplies about 70% of the local blood supply, supporting area hospitals such as Bradford Regional Medical Center, Brooks-TLC Health Network, ECMC, Oishei Children’s Hospital, Buffalo General Hospital, Millard Filmore Suburban Hospital, Eastern Niagara Hospital and Olean General Hospital.
All donors will receive a pair of Buffalo Bills zubaz socks and a lunch voucher for the hospital cafeteria. Every pint of blood donated can be responsible for saving up to three lives in the community.
Anyone can make an appointment at www.connectlifegiveblood.org with the sponsor code 000468 or by contacting Kim Murphey at 814.362.8298. Walk-ins are also welcome!
Julie A. “Jules” Dickey, 52, of Warren, Pa
Julie A. “Jules” Dickey, 52, of Warren, Pa, passed away on Tuesday December 27, 2022, in Warren General Hospital, after a brief illness.
Julie was born in Warren, Pa, on October 17, 1970, the daughter of Jack T. Hamler and Cathy R. Steinkamp.
She was a graduate of Warren High School Class of 1988.
Julie worked for the Warren Fraternal Order of Eagles Club #313 for 26 years retiring as the Bar Manager.
FCCB Welcomes John Painter to FCCB Corporate Board
MANSFIELD, PA (January 2023) FCCB is pleased to announce the addition of John Painter (Westfield, PA) to their Corporate Board. Painter joins 13 other men and women who oversee the affairs of the organization to ensure long-term sustainability and continued growth.
Painter previously served on the Center of Beef Excellence board, and is a current advisory board member for the Penn State University Cooperative Extension, as well as a member of the FCCB Agricultural Advisory Board.
TURN IN FOURTH THROUGH TENTH GRADERS’ AUDITION AND REGISTRATION FORMS BY FRIDAY, JAN. 6 FOR FREE HAMILTON-GIBSON “CATS” WINTER THEATRE ARTS CAMP THAT OPENS ON THURSDAY, JAN. 12 IN ELKLAND
Hamilton-Gibson Productions is beginning its 2023 Season with a Winter Theatre Arts Camp for students who live in the Northern Tioga School District and attend public or private schools or are home schooled.
The after school camp for fourth through tenth graders will run from Thursday, Jan. 12 through Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Elkland Auditorium at Clark Wood Elementary School, 110 Addison Hill Road, Elkland, PA 16920.
The camp is free and will end with a dazzling production of the wildly popular musical “CATS: Young Actors Edition,” a one-hour adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical. at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 4 and 5 in the Elkland Auditorium. Admission is Pay-What-You-Can.
To get a copy of the invitation sheet to be in the cast of “CATS” go to the Hamilton-Gibson website at hamiltongibson.org or call 570-724-2079 or email hamgib@gmail.com to request one.
The audition form is on the back of the invitation sheet and must be filled out and signed by a parent or guardian and the camper and turned in by Jan. 6 to the school office, mailed to the Hamilton-Gibson office at 29 Water Street in Wellsboro, PA 16901 or emailed to hamgib@gmail.com.
The deadline to register for the free camp is Friday, Jan. 6. For more Information and a registration form, contact the Hamilton-Gibson Productions office at 570-724-2079 or hamgib@gmail.com, or view the website at hamiltongibson.org or go to the individual school offices.
Trout Unlimited Tiadaghton Chapter #688 based in Wellsboro is meeting in person this coming Tuesday, Jan. 3
Trout Unlimited Tiadaghton Chapter #688 based in Wellsboro is meeting in person this coming Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023 but not on Zoom. Leading the meeting is Vice President Art Antal.
The business meeting will begin at 6:15 p.m. and the general meeting at 7 p.m. at the Wellsboro ActIve Living Center (formerly the Wellsboro Senior Center) at 3 Queen Street In Wellsboro. The public is invited to attend.
Featured speaker is Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Waterways Conservation Officer Chad Lauer who will introduce his two new deputies and provide information about Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulatory changes and proposals. There will also be a question and answer session.
Chapter #688 meetings will be on the first Tuesday of each month through May 2023 at the Wellsboro ActIve Living Center. The dates are: Feb. 7, March 7, April 4 and May 2. The business and general meetings are free and open to the public. Participants do not have to be a member to attend.
For more information about those meetings, email President Jere White at whitesgordonsetters@gmail.com or call him at 570-662-2167.
2023 WINTER OUTINGS SERIES KICKS OFF THIS SUNDAY, JAN. 1 WITH THREE FREE FIRST DAY HIKES AND A 5K
The 2023 Step Outdoors Winter Outings Series kicks off on New Year’s Day this Sunday, Jan. 1, with three free First Day hikes and a 5K, none of which require pre-registration, according to organizer Tim Morey, a natural resource specialist with the Hills Creek State Park Complex
First Day Hike is Jan. 1 at Sinnemahoning State Park
AUDITIONS FOR HAMILTON-GIBSON’S PRODUCTION OF “EXIT LAUGHING” ARE THIS FRIDAY, DEC. 30, 2022 AND NEXT WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, JAN. 4 & 5, 2023
Hamilton-Gibson Productions is holding auditions for “Exit Laughing,” a laugh-out-loud, fun-filled story of three women who are all feeling lost due to the death of their friend, the fourth member of their bridge club.
Being cast for this hilarious adult comedy are three middle-aged women; one college-age woman; and one college-age-looking man. Auditions are in the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro at 1:30 p.m. this Friday, Dec. 30 and at 6:30 p.m. next Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 4 and 5.
Elizabeth Lillian Sallade, 89, Coudersport, PA
Elizabeth Lillian Sallade, 89, Coudersport, PA passed away Monday December 26, 2022 at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
She was born on August 23, 1933, daughter of the late Clayton and Wanda (Petrosewitz) Reed. She married her high school sweetheart, Frederick William Sallade, on June 16, 1951 and they were married over 33 years until his passing on May 14, 1985.
Betty was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1951. She retired from Morgan AM&T, formerly Pure Carbon, when she was in her mid 70’s after 47 years of service. She loved her job and her friends on the inspection line. Betty was a member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport.
Betty had a great sense of humor and was fiercely loyal to her family. She enjoyed life with family and friends and staying in touch with the people she loved. She enjoyed go out with her late husband to local places for dining and entertainment and she enjoyed travelling.
Earlier in life she loved working with her father outside, helping with chores on the farm. She continued this love for working outside with her husband and even later in life, after retiring, helping her son William with the outside chores.
Betty is survived by a son, William (Donna) Sallade of Coudersport; a daughter, Deborah (David) DeGroff of Florissant, MO; six grandchildren; Shannon Sallade, Megan Sallade, Jason Saler, Minelle Snay, Matthew Sallade, and Case DeGroff, 11 great grandchildren; Breanna, Corben, Liam, Sean, Lincoln, Finnen, Andrew, Emily, Lucas, Zoie, and Callum, a brother, Clayton Reed, Jr. of Coudersport; and a sister, Mary McCaigue of Coudersport.
A gathering of family and friends will take place at Sweden Hill Cemetery in the late spring. A date and time will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions in Betty’s name be made to the American Legion, Potter Post #192, 2 Buffalo Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
The family has entrusted the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Mansfield University Municipal Police Academy Recruiting 2023 Class; $2,500 scholarship for grads and free housing
Press Release – Wednesday, December 28, 2022.
MANSFIELD, PA — The Mansfield University Municipal Police Academy is actively recruiting for its upcoming full-time Act 120 Academy class, which begins May 22, 2023.
The Mansfield Act 120 Municipal Police Academy is a 26-week course required to become a municipal police officer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Established in 1977, Mansfield’s Academy is certified by the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC).
Thanks to significant external grants and partnerships, all cadets who complete the academy will receive a minimum $2,500 scholarship. With the scholarship, the Mansfield Police Academy is the most affordable in Pennsylvania, reducing tuition from $5,499 to $2,999. Additional scholarship opportunities exist to further reduce the cost of the Academy.
Cadets also receive free on-campus housing at Mansfield’s suite-style residence halls, which were named among the best in the nation by Niche.com.
“Mansfield’s Act 120 Police Academy Program is attempting to reduce the costs associated with first responder training as much as possible,” explained Dr. Joshua Battin, Dean of the Public Safety Training Institute. “It is our belief that breaking down barriers for individuals interested in these careers is essential to recruiting high-quality individuals to serve in our communities. The scholarships, innovative training techniques, and additional certifications give our graduates an advantage when seeking their first law enforcement job.”
Because of the Academy’s exceptional reputation and its network of partners, graduates of the Mansfield Academy enjoy a 95% job placement rate upon completion of the program. Graduates consistently rank among the top in Pennsylvania police academies in GPA and state certification examination scores.
The Academy features a cadre of instructors with vast knowledge of police recruit training and the criminal justice system. The instructor cadre includes active and retired Pennsylvania State Police and Municipal Police, attorneys, educators, Magistrates, and a Common Pleas Judge.
Mansfield has been at the forefront of emerging technologies in law enforcement and was the first academy in the Commonwealth to include state-of-the-art virtual reality training for cadets. The immersive VR experience allows students to take knowledge learned in the classroom and immediately apply it to a variety of life-like scenarios.
Because the Academy is part of the MU Public Safety Training Institute (MUPSTI), cadets can gain more than 100 additional hours of training and certification during the academy training period at no additional cost. Additional training hours include certifications and micro-credentials for taser, the G.L.O.V.E., OC, enhanced Community Policing Model integrating new DEI and compliance related initiatives, Introduction to the Spectrum, Medical Marijuana, and more.
Anyone interested in attending the Mansfield Police Academy should fill out a Statement of Interest form at mansfield.edu/academy.