Johnsonburg, Pa.: Two Cameron County hunters, Pat Uber and Ab Aikens, are successful fox hunters and brought their share of foxes to Rolfe’s Weigh Station over the weekend.
Pat started off the weekend with a gray fox he harvested at 8:00 p.m. on Friday evening. The female weighed in at 10.8#. Pat shoots a .22-.250 rifle with a thermal scope. “A story behind this one,” said Pat. “My wife told me there was a red fox on the edge of the woods but it disappeared by the time I go there, so I set up the call, and in came this gray fox.”
Ab joined Pat and they were calling at a stand near 11:30 that same night and a male red fox came in. The fox weighed 10.6# at the Weigh Station. Ab also shoots a .22-.250 with a thermal scope, and uses a Fox Pro electronic call.
OLEAN, NY – Olean, NY – For Denae Gargano of Olean, choosing Olean General Hospital (OGH) to welcome her baby felt like the clear choice.
“I knew the quality of care I’d receive here,” Gargano said. “It’s close to home, and my last delivery in November 2024 went so well.”
But this time, delivery unfolded differently. As the weeks progressed, Gargano experienced mounting complications, including high blood pressure, persistent pain near her liver, worsening headaches and vision issues. By the time labor began, the OGH obstetrics team was carefully monitoring her condition and ready to act when the time for intervention was deemed necessary.
Allentown, PA – PennDOT has changed some of the temporary Tier 4 restrictions on certain vehicles from traveling on interstates and expressways in east central Pennsylvania to Tier 1 restrictions.
Due to the winter storm impacting the region, PennDOT is temporarily restricting certain vehicles from using interstates and expressways to help ensure that they remain open during the most challenging conditions of the winter storm.
The following vehicle restrictions are in effect in accordance with Tier 1 of the commonwealth’s weather event vehicle restriction plan.
• Interstate 380 In Monroe County.
Under Tier 1 restrictions, the following vehicles are not permitted on affected roadways: • Tractors without trailers. • Tractors towing unloaded or lightly loaded enclosed trailers, open trailers or tank trailers. • Tractors towing unloaded or lightly loaded tandem trailers. • Enclosed unloaded or lightly loaded cargo delivery trucks/box trucks that meet the definition of a CMV. • Passenger vehicles (cars, SUV’s, pickup trucks, etc.) towing trailers. • Recreational vehicles/motorhomes. • School buses, commercial buses and motor coaches. • Motorcycles.
The following vehicle restrictions are in effect in accordance with Tier 4 of the commonwealth’s weather event vehicle restriction plan.
• Interstate 78 – US 22 to New Jersey State Line (Lehigh and Northampton counties) • Interstate 80 – PA 33 to New Jersey State Line (Monroe County)
On roadways with Tier 4 restrictions in place, no commercial vehicles are permitted. Additionally, all school buses, commercial buses, motor coaches, motorcycles, RVs/motorhomes and passenger vehicles (cars, SUVs, pickup trucks, etc.) towing trailers are not permitted on affected roadways while restrictions are in place.
Speed limits will be restricted to 45 mph on these roadways for all vehicles while the vehicle restrictions are in place, and commercial vehicles not affected by the restrictions must move to the right lane. Additional speed restrictions on other interstates could be added depending on changing conditions.
In addition to the vehicle restrictions, those who must head out will see speeds reduced to 45 mph on the following highways:
• Interstate 80 in Carbon and Monroe counties. • Interstate 380 in Monroe County.
On roadways with speed restrictions, commercial vehicles not affected by restrictions on these or other roadways must move to the right lane.
Although PennDOT crews have been treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow. PennDOT will continue to treat roadways throughout the storm until precipitation stops and roads are clear.
When troubles come, and they will, do you react or respond? Do you understand there’s a difference? When we react, it’s usually a knee-jerk response, much like pulling your hand away from the fire. But responding takes forethought and training. We’ve probably all learned to react, as it’s what comes most naturally, but responding takes more effort and forethought. Unfortunately, reactions often cause more problems, or so it seems. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not opposed to reactions. Sometimes they’re the best choice given the circumstances.
USDA Guaranteed Loan Program Updates for Loss Mitigation and Loss Claims
The Single-Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFHGLP) is pleased to announce several program updates for Loss Mitigation and Loss Claims.
Loss Mitigation
USDA Lender Interactive Network Connection (LINC) has been enhanced with two new Loss Mitigation Servicing Plans to align with the Final Rule for Special Servicing Options for Non-Performing Loans which was effective on April 14, 2025. This rule made changes to the use of Special Servicing Options for Non-performing Loans and adjusted the Mortgage Recovery Advance (MRA) process. These plans are available for use and should be utilized when the loan’s last paid installment is on or after May 1, 2025.
WELLSBORO, PA – February is National Senior Independence Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the importance of helping older adults live with dignity, safety, and financial confidence. C&N places high priority on protecting its customers and communities and their efforts were recognized nationally by the American Bankers Association Foundation.
Rosina Food Products, Inc., a West Seneca, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 9,462 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) frozen meatball products that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically metal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
We are pleased to recognize Savannah Turner from Coudersport High School as our Student of the Week! Savannah has been a dedicated member of Mr. Finch’s Building Construction Occupations Class at Seneca Highlands CTC for three years, where she has consistently demonstrated hard work, a positive attitude, and exceptional focus.
John D. Freer, 90, a longtime resident of Austin, passed away with his loving family by his side on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a short illness.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
We are pleased to announce that the Seneca Highlands CTC Engineering student of the week is Simon Slade.
Simon is a junior at Smethport Area High School, where he participates in marching band and is a member of their trap team. He has also been active in the Boy Scouts of America organization for the past eight years.
On February 23rd at 2:51 pm Wellsboro Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 49 for a one vehicle MVA pickup into a pole with possible entrapment and possibly no injuries. Ambulance has been recalled
Judith E. Graves “beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister”
Judith E. “Judy” Graves, 83, of Eldred, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in the Bradford Ecumenical Home, Bradford, after a long illness.
Born on Monday, April 20, 1942 in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Sigfred and Violet Chelgren Alexis. On June 11, 1966 in Olean, NY, she married William R. Graves, who survives.
Judy was a graduate of Otto-Eldred High School. She was employed as a secretary in Olean at Prudential Life Insurance and later worked as a bookkeeper at the former Spring Hill Dairy in Portville, NY.
Coudersport Area School District has assorted used weight room equipment for sale. To look at equipment or obtain a list of equipment available, contact Steve Gerner via email – sgerner@coudyschools.net or phone – 814.274.9015.
Preference will be given to offers for the entire lot, but individual equipment offers will be considered.
Offers will be accepted until 3:00pm on February 27, 2026, and should be submitted to the Office of the Superintendent.
Alishia Christine Monroe, 21, of Port Allegany, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 20, 2026.
Born on November 22, 2004, Alishia lived her 21 years with passion, determination, and a heart full of light.
She proudly graduated from Coudersport High School, Class of 2023. Where she was inducted into The National Honor Society, earned the Presidential Academic Award, and received honors in choir and show choir, including the Show Choir Breakout Performer and Outstanding Female Vocal awards. Her dedication, character, and natural leadership were recognized with a Leadership Award.
Alishia turned her passion for health and fitness into a meaningful career. She worked at The Feed Mill 24/7 Gym, where she was known for making delicious drinks and training her favorite people. A faithful gym-goer, she motivated and inspired everyone she met, building strength not just in the body, but in confidence and spirit.
