Duck Derby Winner at King of the Wing Event
“Scuba Joe” reaches into Pine Creek to pick the winners for the 2nd Annual Duck Derby held by the Galeton 4th of July Parade Booster Club.
This event was held during the 4th Annual King of the Wing event sponsored by the Galeton Chamber of Commerce held at the John J. Collins Park. Even though we have had rain the last couple of days, the event was free of any rain from 10 AM – 4 PM.
The winners of the race were 1st place: Cora Shadle, 2nd place Dan Brown, and 3rd place Colleen Osgood.
The King of Wing had 5 competitors creating numerous flavors of wings for everyone to enjoy. They were from far as Philadelphia and 4 were within a 12 mile of range of Galeton. Thank you to Steve Benna of the Galeton Area Chamber of Commerce for chairing this great event. Photo by Andy Lychalk Jr.
Rollover Crash On Rt. 155 South of Port Allegany
At 6:05 PM on Saturday, Port Allegany Fire & EMS was dispatched to 5805 Rt.155 South for a rollover vehicle crash with possible entrapment. Report an unrestrained, unresponsive female, now responsive. Air medical not available due to weather. Extrication is complete. Crews are searching for a possible second patient.
Roulette ambulance was dispatched & RECALLED as it is confirmed there is no second patient.
Fugitive Arrested On Bench Warrant in Bradford
On May 2nd, 2024 City of Bradford Police conducted a traffic stop on Main Street in Bradford. One of the occupants was identified as Stephanie Kay Ohara. Police determined Ohara was a Fugitive from Justice having an active County Bench Warrant from a prior case. Ohara was taken into custody and transported to McKean County Jail.
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/bradfordpd/68048/arrests/ohara-stephanie-kay-fugitive-justice-warrant
AMEIA Looking for New Members
Hiding in plain view – that is what has been said about AMEIA (Allegheny Mountain Engine and Implement Association) by locals who did not even realize that the organization exists.
A change in leadership and the embracing of new ideas and new members has started to change that. There are now displays that change periodically to draw attention from the road. While the grounds have always been well-maintained, focus has been placed on improving the grounds to being used more regularly.
AMEIA is a 501c3. It is a family oriented organization that is always looking for a way to give back to the community. If you are looking for a low cost event to take the family to this summer, the AMEIA directors cordially invite you to attend the 46th annual show July 26-28.
This is a free event. Donations are accepted to offset costs, but there is no entrance fee. Anyone interested in getting involved is encouraged to stop by any time the gate is open. AMEIA offers many opportunities for community-minded individuals and families to volunteer. Little ones can even volunteer alongside an adult.
Please consider helping this organization grow and give back to the community.
Email alleghenymeia@gmail.com for more information or with questions. AMEIA website and Facebook page will be functional in the near future.
Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women Mother’s Day Campaign
Allegany County, NY, May 6, 2024 – The Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women (ACC FFW) announced today its seventh annual Mother’s Day Campaign, which allows donors to make a contribution in honor or memory of women who have made a difference in their lives in order to support women seeking continued betterment.
MoreJoin the Bradford Area Public Library on a bus trip to the Chautauqua Institution
Leave the details to us! Join the Bradford Area Public Library on a bus trip to the Chautauqua Institution to hear author, Geraldine Brooks speak on Thursday, July 25. The library will handle the tickets, driving and parking; enabling attendees to thoroughly enjoy the outing.
Brooks has written nine books, with five of them – Horse, The Secret Chord, Caleb’s Crossing, Year of Wonders, and March – selected as Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle (CLSC) book picks. The novel March earned Brooks the Pulitzer Prize in fiction. Brooks began her career as a journalist in Sydney before becoming a correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, reporting on conflicts in Bosnia, Somalia, and the Middle East. In 1990, she and her husband Tony Horwitz were honored with the Overseas Press Club Award for their outstanding coverage of the Gulf War. The next year, they were recognized with a citation for excellence for their series “War and Peace.” In 2016, she was named an Officer in the Order of Australia. She now lives on Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts.
MoreBEACON LIGHT EVENT HONORS BOARD AND DONORS
BRADFORD, PA (May 9, 2024)— Beacon Light Behavioral Health System, Beacon Light Adult Residential Services and Journey Health System, held their annual board and donor appreciation event with nearly 70 people on May 9 at the Pennhills Club in Bradford. Agency leaders thanked board members for volunteering and the donors in the community for providing philanthropic support toward the agency’s mission.
The program commenced with a prayer by Father Leo Gallina. Gregory LaRocca, Journey Health System’s Board Chair, delivered a warm welcome message, followed by an introduction of all of the Board members. Their Boards’ combined total of 319 years of service was applauded, along with the longest tenure of 49 years held by Bob Saunders.
Years of Service milestone awards were presented to: Craig Hartburg for 35 years; Richard Esch and David Ferguson for 20 years; Anne Albright, Dee Baxter, Maurice (Maury) Cashman, Jean Hvizdzak and Gregory LaRocca for 15 years; Bill Chapman, Karen Costello-Pecht and Cindy Zembryki for 10 years; and Norm Strotman for five years of service.
The 11th Annual B.E.A.C.O.N. Award was presented to Maurice Cashman. B.E.A.C.O.N. stands for Being an Enthusiastic Advocate for Community and Organizational Needs and is awarded each year to an individual who exemplifies service to the Beacon Light companies.
“Whether he is at work, with his family, or in the community, Maury is passionate,” said Guy Signor, president and CEO. “Maury is an enthusiastic advocate not only for Beacon Light, but the entire community of Warren.”
With 15 years of dedicated service, Cashman currently serves as Chair on the Board of Directors for Beacon Light Behavioral Health System. Additionally, he serves as a member of the Journey Health System Board of Directors, contributing his expertise to various committees including Executive, Corporate Governance, Development, Strategic Plan Oversight, and Finance. Maury’s extensive involvement underscores his profound dedication to fostering excellence and driving positive change within both Beacon Light and Journey Health System.
“I wish to thank Maury for his dedication to Beacon Light and Journey Health System”, added Jennifer Gesing, executive director of Beacon Light Behavioral Health System. “He’s always been available to me to offer advice, help establish relationships in the Warren community and make Beacon Light better a place.”
Cashman stated, “I did not set out to win this award 15 years ago. However, my goal was to be the best board member that I could be by bringing my strengths in finance and my business background to the organization. This continues to me goal going forward.”
The evening closed with a live video with Beacon Light Behavioral Health System’s children’s programs.
Signor thanked HUB International for co-sponsoring the event, all of the agency’s staff, donors and honorees for their continued support. He also noted the thousands of children and adults who received treatment throughout Beacon Light’s over 120 years of service. Each day, their programs touch more than a 1,100 individuals in some way, and whether it’s in a family therapy session, a structured group home setting, a peer-led mental illness recovery journey, or alternative classrooms teaching life skills.
“It is through your efforts and commitment that our future caring for the most vulnerable members of our community is secure. So, this night is about thanking all of you,” added Signor.
For more information about career opportunities or donating to Beacon Light Behavioral Health System and Beacon Light Adult Residential Services, please visit www.beacon-light.org.
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Journey Health System supports the following behavioral health affiliates: Beacon Light Behavioral Health System, Beacon Light Adult Residential Services, Deerfield Behavioral Health, Dickinson Center, Forest-Warren Mental Wellness Association, and Stairways Behavioral Health. The Journey Health System Board of Directors is comprised of representatives from each organization which deliver mental health care to 21 counties across Pennsylvania. For more information, visit www.journeyhealth.org.
Nurse of distinction and others honored at UAHS campuses
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY- Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), which is comprised of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), honored numerous nurses across both hospital campuses throughout nurse’s week which ran from May 6 through May 10.
On Wednesday, May 8 there was a nurse award reception hosted in the main lobby of BRMC. The event was sponsored by longtime physician, Dr. Luis Gonzalez, general surgery. The ceremony was well attended by hospital leaders, staff, and community members who were served refreshments after the awards were presented.
MorePA Permit Violations Issued
PA Permit Violation Issued to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 5/08/2024 to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming county. CSL 402(b) – POTENTIAL POLLUTION – Conducting an activity regulated by a permit issued pursuant to Section 402 of The Clean Streams Law to prevent the potential of pollution to waters of the Commonwealth without a permit or contrary to a permit issued under that authority by the Department. |
Incident Date/Time: 2024-05-08 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |