Kristen Marie Johnson, 42, of 23 Limestone Street, Bradford, PA passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer, at Buffalo General Hospital.
Born February 6, 1982, in Bradford, she was a daughter of Jeffrey Earl Johnson, and Stephanie Ellen (Morris) Johnson, both of Bradford.
At 1:00 PM on Thursday, Little Valley & Randolph Fire & EMS were dispatched to 59 Rt. 7 in Little Valley for a 2-vehicle head-on crash with serious injuries. Roadway is entirely blocked.
What is a Sip n Swipe Café? It is a place where older adults can get free self-paced lessons on how to use a tablet or smartphone. A coach works with the learner to provide support and answer questions. The Café offers an easy, free, and safe way to learn how to use a tablet or smartphone. It is designed for those who have never touched a computer. Folks who use a computer but wish to learn how to use a tablet or smartphone are also invited to attend.
Alan Russell Poorman, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at home. Alan was born March 25, 1943 in St. Mary’s, PA and grew up in Emporium, PA. He graduated from Penn State University and served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1969.
Alan spent his civilian career working for the Department of Defense as a computer programmer. Upon retirement, Alan expanded his woodworking hobby to a business, Cutterboards, Etc., creating functional wood items and artistic wall pieces.
Alan and Noreen enjoyed travelling, attending craft shows and visiting friends and family.
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., May 21, 2024 – When a trauma victim enters the hospital after a life-altering event, his or her future can be uncertain. Car crashes, biking accidents, and head injuries are just a few of the scenarios that can place a person’s life in jeopardy. UPMC recently recognized National Trauma Awareness Month and National Trauma Survivors Day (May 15) by reuniting trauma survivors and their families with the medical teams that took care of them following the accidents that brought them to UPMC Williamsport.
“Since receiving our Level II Trauma Center designation in 2021, our care teams have helped save countless lives. On average, we’ve provided care to 1,300 individuals annually with a 98% survival rate,” said Ronen Elefant, M.D., trauma surgeon and medical director, Trauma Services, UPMC of North Central Pa. “While those are exceptional numbers when it comes to our clinical expertise, the real impact and value of this program is evident in our survivors. Getting to host events like this where we celebrate those who do the hardest work in any trauma program – the survivors and their support persons – helps us realize the value of every life saved. Seeing their faces, talking with them, and observing their recovery reminds us of what our work is about and how even making an impact on one life makes it all worthwhile.”
During the event, Dr. Elefant and other members of the Trauma Services team spoke of the importance of having a local Trauma Center and UPMC Williamsport’s almost decade-long journey to designation. Trauma survivors and their guests in attendance were presented with tulip bouquets and a stained-glass purple tulip handcrafted by Trauma team members.
“The Trauma Survivors Network, a program of the American Trauma Society, uses a red tulip as a symbol of the pain, suffering, and lifestyle changes caused by traumatic injury, not only for the survivor, but also their families, friends, and others that care about them,” said Amanda Raymond, manager, Trauma Services, UPMC in North Central Pa. “As a member of the Trauma Survivors Network, we wanted to use this symbol in a special way for our event. At UPMC, everything is purple, so our team came up with the idea to create purple stained-glass tulips for our survivors. This is our first occasion to celebrate here, and we’re looking forward to many more yearly gatherings to come. We will continue to celebrate individuals who, against the odds, have not just survived but are now thriving.”
UPMC Williamsport is one of just three trauma centers in the 12-county region of north central Pennsylvania. It is UPMC’s sixth accredited trauma center in the Commonwealth. Others include UPMC Altoona, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Presbyterian
“Years ago, UPMC in North Central Pa. made the bold decision to build a trauma program, and our teams worked tirelessly for years to grow and develop the services we offer today,” said Patti Jackson-Gehris, president, UPMC in North Central Pa. and UPMC Williamsport. “At UPMC, we use the phrase ‘life changing medicine’ a lot and one would only need to look around the room at an event like this and see our survivors to understand what it really means. They have experienced life-altering events and come so far in their recovery which to me is life-changing medicine in action. Access to quality trauma care is not a luxury, it is essential, and I’m proud of what we’re doing here with our program to serve so many communities in north central Pennsylvania.”
Adding trauma service capabilities is part of UPMC’s continuing investment to advance specialty care in the region. For more information on UPMC Williamsport’s Trauma Services, visit UPMC.com/TraumaNCPA.
The Vicious Cycle of Food Insecurity and Poor Health
By Fred Welch
Olean Food Pantry Board Member
(Editor’s note: This is the third in a four-part series by the Olean Food Pantry about solving food insecurity in our communities.)
I spent much of my career as a STEM teacher trying to get kids to see and understand correlation and causation. Whether you’re studying math, science or history as a student, or navigating financial realities as an adult, it’s important to understand the “why” behind our daily experience.
As an Olean Food Pantry board member, it’s eye-opening to see the lines of cars stretching around the parking lot on distribution days. We easily grasp their “why” for being here in record numbers. People are hungry.
But that only scratches the surface.
For many, the “why” behind their hunger results from several related factors – a vicious cycle of food insecurity, poor health and negative life outcomes.
We live at the northernmost tip of Appalachia. That’s an understated fact, and many in our communities don’t realize what that means. We’ve grappled for decades with the highest poverty rates in New York state. The consequences are more severe than people simply lacking money for food.
The impact of poverty on health is undeniable and multifaceted, creating a web of challenges beyond struggling financially. A recent study by the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York (HFWCNY) – titled “Community Health Needs and Opportunities in Western New York’s Southern Tier” – explores these challenges. It reveals how poverty not only limits access to nutritious food, but also to essential resources that make matters worse across the board.
It’s a simple concept: without regular, nutritious meals, our bodies and minds can’t function properly. The effects ripple through every aspect of life, from physical health and mental well-being to the ability to perform at work or school.
The result? A perpetuation of poverty and hunger that’s almost impossible to break. Hungry people get sick. Hungry people miss work. Hungry kids miss valuable lessons in the classroom. Poor health makes it increasingly difficult to find and maintain employment.
Hunger directly causes a variety of health issues that complicate progress in life:
Malnutrition: Limited access to a diverse and nutritious diet can lead to malnutrition, affecting both physical and cognitive processes.
Compromised Immune System: Inadequate nutrition weakens the immune system, leaving people more vulnerable to infections and illnesses.
Increased Chronic Conditions: Food insecurity is linked to the development and progression of chronic health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disease.
Mental Health Challenges: The stress and uncertainty associated with hunger contribute to mental health issues including depression, anxiety disorders and substance use.
Developmental Delays in Children: Children experiencing hunger may suffer from developmental delays and struggle academically.
So many without adequate access to resources must climb mountains just to make progress. What’s worse, generational poverty affects a majority of the roughly 17 percent of Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua residents defined as living in severe poverty.
Thousands of people take their first breath already at a disadvantage.
Their success isn’t so idealistic as “pulling themselves up by their own bootstraps.” Some days it’s tough enough just to survive. Anyone would have difficulty mapping out a vibrant future while days of struggle become months and years without any sign of hope.
In the Southern Tier, high food insecurity rates have led to a dramatic increase in Olean Food Pantry clients. Entering this year, we had seen a 95.4 percent spike in pantry visitors since 2020. At our last board meeting, we discussed a further 9.7 percent increase in clients, year-over-year, through April.
Those numbers will continue to rise.
While we’re committed to meeting their immediate food needs, our ultimate goal is to solve the hunger issue by addressing root causes. That means solving the “why,” but unfortunately, there’s more than one “why.” Many more reasons than any one organization could tackle single-handedly.
Achieving this vision requires a deep, collective understanding of poverty, hunger and poor health. It requires a commitment to developing proactive solutions and building community relationships to provide people with the tools to systematically emerge from poverty. Olean Food Pantry’s $1 Million Fundraising Campaign aims to do just that. Your donation today is greatly appreciated. Visit www.oleanfoodpantry.org/donate
The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) reminds municipalities in the six-county region that technical assistance with grant applications for the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s (DCED) Multimodal Transportation Fund is available at no cost.
North Central provides free technical assistance for municipalities, councils of government, nonprofit businesses, economic development organizations, and public transportation agencies who are applying for DCED’s transportation initiative to better understand the guidelines, supplemental documentation requirements, long-range plan consistency, data, and proofreading before submitting the grant for funding consideration.
The Online Electronic Single Application for DCED’s transportation initiative can be found at https://rb.gy/i6foha. North Central will assist applicants in Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, and Potter counties.
North Central asks that grant applications, cost estimates, and other supplemental documents be received no later than Friday, July 19. The sooner the information is received the quicker North Central staff can proofread and provide comments on the application if needed.
For more information or to enlist North Central’s assistance with the grant application package, contact Elise Grovanz at 814-773-3162, ext. 3016 or email egrovanz@ncentral.com. If a cost estimate is needed for the project application, please contact PennDOT’s Municipal Service Representative.
The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission is a premier regional development organization that serves the public and private sector through a wide range of economic, community, infrastructure, human services, and technology programs for Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, and Potter Counties.
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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.
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Location: S.W. Smith Memorial Library 201 East Maple Street Port Allegany, PA 16743
Job Summary: We are looking for a congenial person who has the ability to multitask with interruptions, manage priorities, and communicate with a personable demeanor. A background in providing outstanding customer service is a plus. The Circulation Desk Staff member will greet, direct, and provide information to library users. They will also perform a variety of circulation, reference, internet resource, and general office tasks related to basic library services.
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to lift 10 lbs. or more. Must have current computer skills able to work with Microsoft Word, internet resources, and the ability to learn Library Management System software. Applicant must provide on date of hire the following three required clearances: PA State Police Criminal Record Check; PA Child Abuse History Clearance; and FBI fingerprint-based background check. Applicants must complete a PA Mandated Reporter online training within a month of hire.
Schedule: 2-3 days per week plus one evening and Saturdays as needed.
Pay: determined by experience working in libraries or customer service
Application Deadline: May 31, 2024
Application Requirements: cover letter, résumé, three professional references
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ON PALLET FANUC LR 200 iC INDUSTRIAL ROBOT , FANUC LR MATE 100 i HIGH SPEED INDUSTRIAL ROBOT WITH CONTROLS & R-301 A MATE IN WORKING CONDITION.
THIS IS A SECURE FACILITY ..THESE ITEMS ARE CURRENTLY IN OPERATION IN A SECURED, CLEAN, OPERATION PLANT. RECONFIGURING A PORTION OF THEIR PLANT . PLEASE CONTACT M&W AUCTION CO. BILL MORGART AT 814-274-7479 OR CELL 254-709-1686 FOR DETAILS AND APPOINTMENT TO VIEW WORKING EQUIPTMENT ! PICK WILL BE BY APPOINTMENT AND ;ITEMS WILL BE DISASSEMBLED AND READY FOR PICK-UP ON LOADING DOCK ! LOADING ASSISTANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE !
THE 4 SMALL CAROUSELS PICK UP WILL BE WEEK OF JUNE 10 -14-2024 ! PLANT LOCATION IN WELLSBORO PA. 16901
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Date(s) 5/13/2024 – 5/23/2024
soft close bidding ends 7 p.m. (est) Thursday May 23, 2024
INDUSTRIAL MACHINES AUCTION
INDUSTRIAL BUSCHMAN HORIZONTAL CAROUSEL 14′ X 6′ X 48′ , 2 INDUSTRIAL PHOENIX CAROUSELS 14′ TALL X 6′ WIDE X 48′ LONG , 24O UNITS ADJUSTABLE SHELVES 14′ TALL 3′ WIDE 48″ LONG. 1 BUSCHMAN 14′ TALL 3′ WIDE 48″ ADJUSTABLE SHELVES . 1 SARATOGA 30’X5′ 26 BAYS 6 BOXES PER BAY ADJUSTABLE , 1 RAYMOND HORIZONAL 30 ‘ LONG x 5′ WIDE X 10′ TALL 28 BAYS ADJ. 6 PER BAY. .BUSCHMAM 30′ LONG 3′ WIDE 10’ TALL 20 BAYS 10 SHELVES PER BAY . ALL CAROUSELS IN WORKING CONDITION INSIDE TO DATE .
YALE ORDER PICKER FORKLIFT 371 HOURS ( WORKS GOOD ) PLUS DOUGLAS LEGACY PLATINUM BATTERY CO9610.
PARKER BALSTON MODEL HFX-9 NITROGEN GENERATION SYSTEM ( NEVER USED ) ,
CENTROFORM VACUUM FORM MACHINE EXCELENT CONDITION,
ON PALLET FANUC LR 200 iC INDUSTRIAL ROBOT , FANUC LR MATE 100 i HIGH SPEED INDUSTRIAL ROBOT WITH CONTROLS & R-301 A MATE IN WORKING CONDITION.
THIS IS A SECURE FACILITY ..THESE ITEMS ARE CURRENTLY IN OPERATION IN A SECURED, CLEAN, OPERATION PLANT. RECONFIGURING A PORTION OF THEIR PLANT . PLEASE CONTACT M&W AUCTION CO. BILL MORGART AT 814-274-7479 OR CELL 254-709-1686 FOR DETAILS AND APPOINTMENT TO VIEW WORKING EQUIPTMENT ! PICK WILL BE BY APPOINTMENT AND ;ITEMS WILL BE DISASSEMBLED AND READY FOR PICK-UP ON LOADING DOCK ! LOADING ASSISTANCE WILL BE AVAILABLE !
THE 4 SMALL CAROUSELS PICK UP WILL BE WEEK OF JUNE 10 -14-2024 ! PLANT LOCATION IN WELLSBORO PA. 16901
SITE INFORMATION : PICK UP DATES LARGE CAROUSELS MUST BE PICKED UP BEFORE 5/31/2024 . SMALL CAROUSELS 6/10/2024
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a portion of Route 2022 (East Hill Road) will be closed daily in Covington Township, Tioga County, for a Cold in Place Recycling project (CIPR).
On Wednesday, May 22, 2024 through Tuesday, May 28, 2024, East Hill Road will be closed between Route 2005 (Williamson Road) and Tally Road while the contractor HRI, Inc., begins work on a CIPR project. Work on this project includes milling of the road, base stabilization, CIPR, drainage improvements, ADA ramps, and paving.
Paul Eugene Monjar, 106, died peacefully on May 22, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on September 6, 1917, in Clintonville, he was a son to the late Harry Austin and Lois (Alverna) Monjar.
The Monjar family moved to Gifford, when Paul was a young child. He graduated from Bradford High School in 1936.
On December 6, 1941 in Bradford he married Hazel E. (Freeman) Monjar, who preceded him in death in 1952. On September 29, 1962, in Bradford, he married Betty J. (Gimera) Monjar who died May 11, 2000.
Paul retired from Dresser Manufacturing Division in 1979 where he was a foreman in the Welding Department. He had worked there for 37 years. After retiring, along with his wife, Betty, they opened The Attic Shop where they specialized in antiques and framing.
Mr. Monjar was well known throughout the area as a fine baseball and softball player and played for many years both on Smethport and Bradford area teams. He also was an avid golfer and a founding member of Pine Acres Golf Course.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Bradford. He served as a Deacon, and Elder, and usher as well as a member of the Property Committee along with taking care of the Memorial Garden. He served at the Friendship Table for several years as well as the Elf Program.