Roulette Fire Dept. Gun Raffle
16 chances to win
$1,375 worth of cash prizes
Over $3,000 worth of other prizes
Winners will be drawn every other day starting July 1st until July 31st
Calendars can be purchases with the link below or reach out to us to get a calendar!
https://square.link/u/MoI7gLZd
Rules:
Winners will be drawn by random number wheel
All names pulled will go back into the drawings for the remainder of the prizes
Must be 18 years or older to claim prizes
**Must be 18 or older to participate. All proceeds benefit the Roulette Chemical Engine #1. Failure to claim items within 30 days results in Roulette Chemical Engine #1 retaining ownership of the items. Items can be picked up at Keystone Ammo & Arms in Roulette, PA. Winner is responsible for pickup and/or shipping**
Oswayo Valley Memorial Library News March 2025
Gertrude Hawk Candy Bar Sale: The library is selling Gertrude Hawk candy bars in various flavors. Stop at the library or Sprout’s Drug Store and get some today!
Gertrude Hawk Easter Candy Sale: It’s hard to believe it’s that time of year again! We want to invite you to be a part of a delicious fundraiser for our organization. Please click the link below to shop our Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Fundraising online store and our organization will get credit for your purchases! The deadline to place orders is Tuesday, March 11th. https://fundraising.gertrudehawkchocolates.com/fundraisingproducts/index/index/organization_id/715229/seller_id/6
Quart Soup Sale: It’s also the time of year for our Quart Soup Sale! Four delicious homemade soups are available for pre-order until Saturday, March 15th. The price is $7.00 per quart. Orders can then be picked up at the library on Saturday, March 22nd from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. There will also be a bake sale on the day of pick-up! Call or stop in at the library to place your orders! 814-697-6691 Soups: Bean, Broccoli & Cheese, Veggie Minestrone, and Potato & Bacon.
Teens’ Night: Please join us on Tuesday, March 18th at 5:30 pm to socialize and play games! Bring your favorite board games, card games, and your friends. This program is for ages 12-18.
Rita A. Costello, 94, of Bradford, PA.
Rita A. Costello, 94, of Bradford, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the Pavilion at BRMC.
She was born on August 21, 1930 in Bradford, the daughter of the late Walter and Anna Rink Roberts.
She was a 1948 graduate of the former St. Bernard School.
On March 31, 1951 in the St. Bernard Catholic Church she married Patrick J. Costello, Jr. who preceded her in death on August 12, 2003.
VOLUNTEERS ASSIST WITH TROUT STOCKING ON MANADA CREEK, DAUPHIN COUNTY
(Left to right) Hunter Gundy, Grantville; Hunter Strohm, Hummelstown; and Carter Gundy, Grantville, helped the PFBC stock trout in Manada Creek, Dauphin County. 
Carter Gundy, Grantville, tosses a bucket of trout into Manada Creek , Dauphin County. 
Hunter Gundy, Grantville, tosses a bucket of trout into Manada Creek, Dauphin County.
SOUND BITES:
Hunter Strohm, Hummelstown, PA
“Yeah, so this is my first year coming out, but I just really enjoy giving back to the community. I’ve always fished this stream every since I can really remember, so, going pout, seeing the fish, seeing the fish in the water, and then obviously, seeing where the palaminos are as well, that’s pretty cool.”
FREE GOLDEN AFTERNOONS PROGRAM ON TUESDAY, MARCH 11 TO FEATURE CONCERT BY 3D BAND
During the Golden Afternoons program at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, the 3Ds will give a concert in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
The program is free. Anyone who is 55 years of age or older is welcome to attend. Free cookies and coffee or tea will be provided.
USDA – LPK1 Recalls
LPK1 Recalls Ready-to-Eat Chicken Caesar Wrap Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen
LPK1, a Renton, Wash. establishment, is recalling approximately 303 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wrap products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.
Ribbon Cutting Coudersport Chamber
Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce members; Shelley Butler, Caroline Powers, and Lisa Brennan along with Potter County Commissioner Paul Heimel had the privilege of joining Chris Cavallari and Brandon Chilson in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new business, Albatross Golf Simulators. Information on this new business can be found at www.albatrossgolfsims.com.
We are very excited to see another business opening in Coudersport and look forward to supporting them in their new adventure.
Smethport – Stephen V. Riddell, 85, of Smethport
Smethport – Stephen V. Riddell, 85, of Smethport, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday (February 21, 2025)
He was born October 31, 1939 in Philadelphia, son of Robert W. and Evelyn L. (Valentine) Riddell. On September 12, 1959, in Delaware County, PA, he married Gail A. Gearhart, who survives.
Scott R. “Pugsly” Gardner, 62, of Ridgway
Scott R. “Pugsly” Gardner, 62, of Ridgway, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at his residence following a lengthy illness.
He was born on January 3, 1963, in Ridgway, the son of the late Harry and Violet Wolford Gardner.
On November 2, 1984, he married Lisa Tate, who survives.
Judith A. Shelley, 80, of East Water Street, Smethport
Judith A. Shelley, 80, of East Water Street, Smethport, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025, surrounded by her niece, grandniece, and great grandniece, at the Bradford Manor.
Judith was born on her family’s farm in Farmers Valley, on May 5, 1944, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Ida (Leet) Shelley. She was a 1962 graduate of Smethport High School.
Helen L. West, 96, of Wellsboro
Helen L. West, 96, of Wellsboro, passed away, Friday, February 21, 2025, at Broad Acres. She was born on May 13, 1928, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Milton and Laura (Youmans) Peake. She married Walter H. West who preceded her in death in 1968.
CRCF Community Fund grant application process is now open
The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation’s Community Fund grant application process is open, with grant applications due April 15.
The Community Fund makes possible two rounds of annual funding, one in May and one in November, for unrestricted grants intended to support nonprofit projects and initiatives that respond to the changing needs of the community.
Applicants must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations or a government entity or school district.
Nancy G. Kilpatrick, 82, of Bradford, formerly of Centerville IA
Nancy G. Kilpatrick, 82, of Bradford, formerly of Centerville IA, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born August 10, 1942, in Centerville, IA, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Pearl (Parsons) Gragg. She was a 1960 graduate of Jefferson High School, Jefferson Iowa, and graduated with honors from The American Institute of Business in Des Moines.
Nancy formerly worked at Dr. Ritter’s office. She also worked at People’s Abstract and Title Company and retired from Alliant Energy as an Administrative Assistant.
Jane I. Hurd, nee Scott, 64, of Belmont, NYY
Jane I. Hurd, nee Scott, 64, of Belmont, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Jones Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was born December 8, 1960, in Cuba, the daughter of the late George E. and Leona (Kelly) Scott. On August 31, 2011, in Belmont, she married Louis Hurd, who predeceased her on August 9, 2014.
Jane “Green-eyed-lady”, was raised in Belmont, graduating from Belmont High School in 1979. She continued her education at Alfred State earning, first her Realtor certificate, and then returned to start her training for Occupational Therapy. She continued her therapy training with Jones Memorial Hospital, specializing in wound recovery. Outside of her career, she owned and operated “Granny’s Got It”, a craft store that allowed her to follow her creativity, passion for crafts, and decorating & catering large events. She was a woman of Christian faith and attended the United Methodist Church of Belmont. She was a proud member of the Belmont American Legion Post 808 Auxiliary. The family would like to extend special thanks to Jen Bliss for her care of Jane.
Roy M. “Mick” Lindell, 90, of Russell, Pa
Roy M. “Mick” Lindell
Roy M. “Mick” Lindell, 90, of Russell, Pa, died on Thursday February 27, 2025, in Kinzua Healthcare and Rehab Center, surrounded by his children.
Mick was born in Warren, Pa, on June 8, 1934, the son of the late Paul J. and Helen Eckman Lindell. Roy was a Warren County resident his entire life. He worked as a Machinist for GTE Sylvania for over 40 years retiring from there in 1993. He then drove school van for Decker’s Transportation in Lander, driving HeadStart children, retiring in 2014. Mick was an avid woodcarver, enjoyed cutting and selling firewood, operating the family farm, and was considered the local Sheep Shearer of Russell and Lander areas. In his earlier years, Roy enjoyed traveling with his late wife, Janet. Mick was a member of the Viking’s of Jamestown, NY, and the Western New York Wood Carving Club. Roy was a great friend with all the local Amish Communities, especially his dear friend, Willie Petersheim and his family of Sugar Grove.
On September 18, 1954, in Frewsburg, New York, Roy married his love Janet, and they spent 64 loving years together before her passing on June 3, 2018.
Ginger Benninger, 82, of Ridgway, PA.
Ginger Benninger, 82, of Ridgway, died on February 27, 2025, at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
We thank the staff at Elk Haven for the love and care.
Ginger is survived by her family who loves her and will miss her.
Funeral arrangements are private and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes.
CFTT Announces over $59,000 in Available Scholarships for Potter County Graduating High School Students for the 2025 School Year
In 2024, more than $143,000 in scholarships were awarded to 63 local students across the five counties we serve: Bradford, Potter, Sullivan, and Tioga County in Pennsylvania, as well as Tioga County in New York. CFTT currently administers over 90 scholarship funds—and we’re growing.
Scholarships are available to high school seniors with plans to continue their post-secondary education by attending a four-year college or university, community college, or two-year trade or technical school. Because scholarship funds are established by individuals, families or organizations, each has specific criteria and requirements reflective of the donor’s standards and interests.
Scholarships play a vital role in supporting graduating seniors by providing them with the financial resources needed to pursue higher education and achieve their career goals. For many students, the cost of tuition, books, and living expenses can be a significant barrier, limiting their ability to attend college or vocational training programs. Scholarships help bridge this gap, making education more accessible and reducing the burden of student debt.
Beyond financial aid, scholarships also recognize and reward students for their hard work, dedication, and achievements, inspiring them to continue striving for excellence. By investing in the education of young people, scholarships strengthen the community, fostering a future workforce that is skilled, empowered, and equipped to give back.
Recalls
Natural Dior LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Vitafer-L Gold Liquid Due to Presence of Undeclared Tadalafil
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Natural Dior LLC (USA) – February 25, 2025 – Natural Dior LLC, is voluntarily recalling the affected lots of Vitafer-L Gold Liquid, a dietary supplement with iron and vitamins, to the consumer level. The product has been found to contain undeclared tadalafil, an ingredient in FDA approved products for treatment of male erectile dysfunction in the family of drugs known as phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitors. Products containing tadalafil cannot be marketed as dietary supplements. Vitafer-L Gold Liquid is an unapproved new drugs for which safety and efficacy have not been established and, therefore, subject to recall.
Risk Statement: Consumption of products with undeclared tadalafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may cause a significant drop in blood pressure that may be life threatening. People with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates. Among the adult male population, who are most likely to use this product, adult males who use nitrates for cardiac conditions are most at risk. To date, Natural Dior LLC has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
PITT-BRADFORD TO CLOSE FOR SPRING BREAK
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford students will be on spring break March 1 through 9.
The university will close administrative offices on March 7 for a spring holiday.
Offices will reopen and classes will resume March 10.
Hanley Library will be closed March 1, 2, 7 and 8. It will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 3-7 and 6-10 p.m. March 9. Regular hours resume March 10 when the library reopens.
The Marilyn Horne Museum will be closed March 3 and 4. Regular hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
The Café in Marilyn Horne Hall will be open for regular hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.