The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners has postponed its meeting, which had been scheduled for July 11 and 12, and will meet instead on Monday, July 28.
The postponement will allow more time for gathering public comment following the recent passage of House Bill 1431, which would repeal Pennsylvania’s Sunday hunting ban. The bill has not yet been signed into law, but is expected to be soon.
A “Wynken, Blynken and Nod” book signing is being held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. next Saturday, July 19 at From My Shelf Books and Gifts at 7 East Avenue in Wellsboro.
Signing the Wellsboro-focused version of “Wynken, Blynken, & Nod” will be Kevin Coolidge, publisher of the book, and Linda Stager, photographer.
Written by Eugene Field, the poem is in the public domain, and so Coolidge decided to publish a version of his own. “Because I write books, I formed my own publishing house,” Coolidge said. “Wynken, Blynken, & Nod” will be one of the few books that he will publish that he didn’t actually write.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that the next portion of Route 1010 (Genesee Mills Road) in Bingham and Harrison townships in Potter County will close Monday, July 14. This project will improve ride quality and extend the service life of more than five miles of roadway.
Montoursville, PA – A roadway resurfacing project continues on Broad Street / Lycoming Mall Drive (Route 2014) in Montoursville Borough and Fairfield Township, Lycoming County.
Lycoming Mall Drive / Broad Street (Route 2014)
Suit-Kote Corporation is the prime contractor on this $2.7 million resurfacing project. Work on the project includes mill and resurface of bridge approaches, application of micro-surface treatment and line painting on Route 220 in both directions between Linden and the City of Williamsport, Route 220 north between Pine Creek and Route 287, Broad Street in Montoursville Borough, and Lycoming Mall Drive in Fairfield Township. This project is anticipated to be completed in the fall 2025, weather permitting.
(UPDATE) Bridge Replacement Project Continues on Route 522 in Spring Township, Snyder County
7/9/2025 UPDATE: Motorists are advised that traffic switch to the temporary road will now take place on Monday, July 14, weather permitting.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a bridge replacement project continues on Route 522 in Spring Township, Snyder County.
On Monday, July 14, 2025, , Route 522 traffic will be switched to the temporary two-lane roadway while the contractor begins removal and replacement of the existing bridge over an unnamed tributary to Beaver Creek. Motorists can expect lane shifts and slow-moving vehicles while traffic is being switched onto the temporary roadway.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that its Elk County Maintenance Organization will close Route 2007 (Irishtown/Old Kersey Road) on Monday, July 14, for a two-day pipe replacement project. Replacing the 78-inch pipe located approximately three-tenths of a mile west of the intersection with Fern Lane in Fox Township, Elk County, will help prepare the road for future resurfacing projects.
While the road is closed, traffic will follow a detour using Route 255 and Route 948 back to Irishtown/Old Kersey Road. In the event of rain on July 14, PennDOT will begin the work on Tuesday, July 15. Department forces will complete all work and expect to reopen the road by Wednesday, weather permitting.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) alerted drivers in Ferguson Township, Centre County, that they will encounter uneven pavement and rough road conditions on Route 45 for the next few weeks. The road suffered damage Monday, starting at Ferguson Township Elementary School and continuing eastbound for approximately a mile, during a shoulder widening operation for an ongoing bicycle and pedestrian improvement project.
Montoursville, PA – Ryan Lahr is the PennDOT District 3 District Office Employee of the Quarter for the third quarter, 2025.
Ryan is an Information Technology (IT) Generalist 1 with the Commonwealth. In this position, he provides technical assistance and troubleshooting to end users, resolving hardware issues such as desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices; software problems including operating systems, applications, and security updates; and network challenges like connectivity, VPN access, and Wi-Fi performance to ensure smooth daily operations.
WASHINGTON, July 8, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development invites applications for grants to provide strong rural communities the leadership and technical know-how to keep growing.
The Totally Ninja Raccoons searching for Bigfoot (shown) is a drawing by Chris Jones, illustrator of the Totally Ninja Raccoons 10-book series written by Kevin Coolidge, owner of From My Shelf Books and Gifts at 7 East Avenue in Wellsboro.
“This year’s hunt to find Bigfoot is off to a great start,” Coolidge said.
Some children and adults have already turned in their passports. This year’s hunt started on July 1 and will end on Thursday, July 31. The drawing for the winners of the $250 cash prize and the 25 gift cards from participating businesses will be on Aug. 2. There is still time to join the hunt. For more information, call the bookstore at 570-724-5793 or stop in at any of the participating businesses.
Fredonia water customers, including those in the Town of Pomfret are on a boil water order due to treatment issues at the water plant. Water operators are working to correct the problems with the treatment processes. However, the water coming from the treatment plant is still not safe to drink without boiling. You must continue to boil all water used for cooking and drinking. Bring all water used for drinking or cooking to a rolling boil, then cool before using. You will be notified when it is no longer necessary to boil water. For more information call the Village at 716-679-2307 or the County Health Department at 716-753-4481
This is an important message from the Town of Pomfret and Village of Fredonia Office of Emergency Management. Due to the ongoing boil-water notice, if you are a resident and unable to secure bottled water, please call the Fredonia Fire Department at 716-672-2125 and press OPTION 1. A water delivery tracker is in place for those needing assistance. Thank you.
Kevin R. Gallagher, 69, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Born on February 27, 1956, in Bradford, he was a son of the late James P. and Marjorie (Swarm) Gallagher.
He was a 1974 graduate of Bradford Area High School and earned a Petroleum Engineering Degree from University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
Galeton Fireworks – Since 1964, the Galeton Fireworks Committee have put on a display in Centertown Park. This year was no exception. Thousands of spectators lined the streets and the area around Berger Lake to view the continuous fireworks display that lasted over 35 minutes.
Howard R. Edgreen, 85, of Jamestown, NY, formerly of Port Allegany, PA, died Tuesday (July 8, 2025) at UPMC-Chautauqua, Jamestown, NY.
He was born September 19, 1939 in Port Allegany, the son of Bruce and Naomi Blanchard Edgreen. On June 25, 1960, in Port Allegany, PA, he married Georgia Ann Lilly, who died August 30, 2021. They were married 61 years.
Mr. Edgreen was a 1958 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He went to work out of high school for the Pierce Glass Company in Port Allegany and retired from work when it was under the Ball Foster ownership after 40 years of employment.
Karl L. Simonds, age 75, of Tioga, PA, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was born on September 14, 1949 in Tioga, PA, a son of the late Oscar and Mildred (Cole) Simonds and was the husband of Cheri V. Wheatley.
He was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the US Marine Corps. Karl was retired from Commonwealth Telephone Company and enjoyed hunting, raising deer and fish, his 1956 Willy’s – Jeep and taking care of his home and yard.
It’s that time again for the Turtlepoint Farmers Market! Happening this Saturday, July 12th from 9-12. Stop down to meet local vendors, farmers and growers to supply your cookout needs! There will be a variety of goods ranging from hydroponic lettuce, an assortment of veggies, homemade breads to Amish baked goods! Vendors are always welcome to come set up. We run on a first come, first serve basis for table spots under the pavilion. The market is located at the Turtlepoint Park, on Larabee Road, Turtlepoint PA! For more information, please visit our Facebook page!
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Pastor B.J. Knefley
Life is full of ups and downs. As much as we plan and prepare, we’re often surprised by the unexpected. Sometimes, the question that comes to our minds is “Why?”. We all have wondered and questioned, but are the answers that simple? Can we attribute the events of life to a simple cause and effect, or does life happen?
Roger Dale Tingue, 67, of 3 Bayberry Court, Bradford, passed away, Friday, January 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life where we will honor this incredible man and the lasting impact he made on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 2 – 5 pm at the West Valley Volunteer Fire Department, 9085 Rt. 240, West Valley NY 14171. He will be interred at his West Valley Hall of Fame property.
Olean, NY – Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, is pleased to announce that Katlin Sikes, FNP-BC, has joined its primary care team. Sikes, a board-certified family nurse practitioner, will be working alongside Dr. Zia Sheikh to provide compassionate care for patients 18 and older.
Legislation that will fully repeal Pennsylvania’s Sunday hunting ban was signed into law today by Gov. Josh Shapiro, marking a historic day for Pennsylvania hunters and the future of wildlife conservation in the Commonwealth.
“The Pennsylvania Game Commission could not be more excited to celebrate this long-awaited moment,” Executive Director Steve Smith said. “This landmark law effectively will contribute to keeping hunters engaged and performing the valuable public service they provide in helping manage our wildlife populations and ensuring the future of wildlife conservation. Today is a win for wildlife. Today will forever be remembered.
“We could not have reached this milestone alone,” Smith said. “Many thanks go to Representative Mandy Steele, who sponsored House Bill 1431, which was signed into law today; all supporting members of the General Assembly, including Senator Dan Laughlin, who long has championed this issue; Governor Shapiro; a multitude of sportsmen’s groups who care deeply about wildlife; the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau; and last but not least, the hard-working staff of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and our Board of Commissioners. All played a huge role in getting us here, and on behalf of hunters statewide, I thank you.”
Smith said the Game Commission plans to implement new Sunday hunting opportunities this fall.
Summer nights in Pennsylvania are a spectacular experience: cool air, countless stars, and the chorus of bugs set a peaceful scene after a hard day’s work for many people across the commonwealth. However, fireflies, an icon of these nights, have been noticeably scarce or even absent in recent years, spurring an alarm for anyone who enjoys watching them.
Fireflies, or lightning bugs, are a favorite of many people in the summer. Kids collect jars of them, and adults like myself love to sit and watch the hypnotic show they perform as the sun fades behind our rolling hills, and the moon begins to rise and illuminate the night sky. These beloved bugs may have been few and far between in the past few weeks, causing many to notice their vacancy among the darkness.
These insects, which are beetles despite the common names firefly and lightning bug, are truly incredible. The captivating ritual they perform at night catches not only our attention, but also the attention of other fireflies nearby. This allows them to find mates to further supply our night with a light show that can only be described as breathtaking.
