Family Day & Children’s Health Fair to Kick Off Laurel Festival Next Saturday, June 13
Family Day and The Children’s Health Fair with fun and information for all ages will kick off the weeklong 2026 Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival next Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on The Green in downtown Wellsboro.
Organizing this special event are the Tioga Partnership for Community Health and the Wellsboro Foundation, Inc. Sponsors are the Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce and UPMC Laurel Health Centers.
Each youngster participating in Family Day will be given a playground ball in the color of their choice or an 18-inch super flying disc.
PennDOT Potter County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of June 8
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of June 8. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in Potter County for the coming week is as follows:
Joint & Crack Sealing (Hot Pour Mastic)
- All of Route 449. Monday, June 8, through Friday, June 12. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
Crack sealing and hot pour mastic operations prevent water intrusion from seeping through cracks or joints in an asphalt road, which can lead to potholes and pavement breakup. They are proactive preventive maintenance strategies to prevent water from entering the roadways and accelerating the formation of potholes and other failures.
Patching
- All of Route 1002 (North Hollow Road) in Sweden Township. Monday, June 8, through Friday, June 12. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
Most permanent pothole patching is completed in spring or summer when temperatures stay consistently above freezing. Manual patching consists of filling potholes with warm mix asphalt using a shovel. It is then leveled and compacted. Mechanized patching consists of milling paving notches, cleaning the surface, applying tack to all edges to act as a glue. A paver then places warm mix into the milled paving notches, and a roller compacts the material. If patching was not performed, the damaged road surface would deteriorate further, and PennDOT would need to completely rebuild the road or perform more costly corrective measures.
Pipe Replacement & Cleaning
- Route 872 near Maple View Lane in Coudersport Borough. Monday, June 8, through Friday, June 12. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
- All of Route 4001 (Sartwell Creek Road). Monday, June 8, through Friday, June 12. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
- Route 4003 (Clara Road/Pomeroy Street/West Fishing Creek Road/Fishing Creek Road) between Route 6 and West Branch Fishing Creek Road in Roulette Township. Monday, June 8, through Friday, June 12. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
- All of Route 4007 (Dingman Road) between Route 6 in Coudersport Borough and Route 4006 (West Hebron Road) in Hebron Township. Monday, June 8, through Friday, June 12. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
Pipe replacement and cleaning are essential in maintaining water flow around state roadways. Controlling water flow is one of the most important aspects of maintaining pavements. Uncontrolled water flow will damage both the pavement surface and the area under the pavement, which causes deterioration across the length of the pipe.
Side Dozing
- Route 44 between Route 6 in Sweden Township and the Lycoming-Potter County line in Stewardson Township. Monday, June 1, through Friday, June 5. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
Side dozing removes excess material from beneath guide rail areas, which improves drainage and allows water to sheet flow off the roadway. Side dozing is a crucial highway maintenance operation because when drainage systems do not function properly, water collects on the road, weakens pavement, accelerates the formation of potholes, and creates the potential for icing conditions in the winter months.
Vegetation Management
- All of Route 1001 (Brookland/Fox Hill/Sweden Hill Road/South Main Street). Monday, June 1, through Friday, June 5. This work takes place on or beyond the shoulder and has minimal, if any traffic impact, however PennDOT urges drivers to exercise caution in all work zones.
Mowing, herbicide spraying, and selected tree thinning help maintain a safe roadway free of obstructing vegetation, improving visibility to spot signage, traffic control devices, and other motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, and animals approaching the road. Additionally, a well-maintained roadside can improve drainage and prolong the life of the roadway.
This schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions, emergencies, or other unforeseen interruptions.
Customers can report road concerns by calling 1-800-FIX-ROAD. If you call after hours, please leave a name and phone number.
For more information on PennDOT’s maintenance activities, visit https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/about-penndot/strategic-planning-and-operations/penndot-maintenance-activities
Invitation For Bids By The Potter County Housing Authority
The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing Project, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.
The bid envelope shall be marked “Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing“, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.
Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained. Payment must be made before receipt of bid documents.
This flooring project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available with the bid package. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.
By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith. The Authority will contact Bidders with a date for a site walk through and to take any questions pertaining to the project.
Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority. The “invitation to bid” form is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Executive Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 4, or pcha1@zitomedia.net with any questions.
Community Support Groups and Education Classes Offered this June by OGH in Bradford and Olean
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – During the month of June, Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, is offering a variety of classes and support groups designed to provide health education, encouragement and community connection in both Olean and Bradford.
If you are scheduled for total joint replacement surgery, join our Total Joint Care Class. This class provides an overview of your procedure, the recovery process and the rehabilitation you will need. It is led by an experienced member of our outpatient rehabilitation team. This month, the class will be held on Wednesday, June 17, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the OGH Education Center on the first floor. To register, call (716) 375-7481.
In Bradford, individuals can connect with others dealing with a loss of a friend or loved one by attending the Grief Relief Support Group. Grief can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. The meeting is held in the Community Room inside the main lobby. This compassionate and supportive group provides a place where you can share your journey with others who understand. The group will meet on Tuesday, June 30, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (814) 362-8288. No registration required. The meeting is free and open to the public.
For more details on these and other upcoming events, visit www.brmc-ogh.org/events.
Potter County Veterinary Rabies Clinic – Save The Date
Our annual DRIVE-THROUGH Rabies Clinic will be Saturday, August 15th, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m
$5 per vaccine
In our parking lot at the clinic (252 Route 6 W, Coudersport, PA 16915)
All are welcome.
All dogs, cats, and ferrets 12 weeks of age or older are required by law to be vaccinated against Rabies. The first vaccine is good for 1 year, subsequent vaccines are good for 3 years.
Total Nutrition Inc. Expands Recall of TNVitamins and Doctor’s Pride Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood Moringa Capsules Because of Possible Health Risk
Total Nutrition Inc. of Deer Park, NY is voluntarily expanding its recall of TNVitamins and Doctor’s Pride Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood Moringa Capsules due to the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The recalled product was distributed nationally through the online platforms, Amazon, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Target, and the company’s websites, http://www.tnvitamins.com/, and https://www.doctorspride.com/.
PennDOT Announces Box Culvert Repairs On Route 66 Start June 8
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that a box culvert project is scheduled to begin on June 8 at a bridge spanning the East Branch of Tionesta Creek two miles South of Kane in Wetmore Township on Route 66 in McKean County. This culvert repair will improve the ride quality and extend the service life of the bridge.
Starting on June 8, a lane closure will be put in place with a self-regulated stop. PennDOT maintenance staff will perform all work, which is expected to be completed in late June.
Drivers can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.
Scheduled System Maintenance and System Outage
The USDA Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFHGLP) will perform scheduled system maintenance on Saturday, June 6th, from 7am to 7pm CT. During this time, these systems will be unavailable:
- Guaranteed Underwriting System (GUS)
- Lender Loan Closing (LLC) System/Administration
- Guaranteed Annual Fee (GAF) System
- Electronic Status Reporting (ESR) and Corrections
- Loss Claim Administration
- Mortgage Recovery Advance (MRA) Receivable Payments and History
- Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD)
- ID Cross Reference
- Application Authorization Security Management (AASM)
This maintenance ensures systems stay reliable and efficient. We apologize for any inconvenience.
CERES TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES
AMERICA’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY PARADE, June 20th @ 11:00 a.m. Bradford, Pa
McKEAN CO RECYCLING EVENT – Saturday, July 25th, 8:00 a.m. to noon, 212 Airport Rd, Lewis Run, Pa. TAKING: TVs, other electronics, paint, other chemicals, batteries, devices with Freon, propane tanks.
Registration required: https://nobleenviro.com/drive-thru-collection or call 412-567-6566
CERES TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES JUNE 2, 2026 The June 2, 2026 meeting of Ceres Township Supervisors was called to order at 6:00p.m. by Vice-Chairman Maxson with 2 supervisors (Supervisor Plants was absent), 2 residents, and secretary in attendance. The Pledge of Allegiance was stated. Motion to accept the minutes as read made by Jeff Moyer, seconded by Greg Maxson, all approved. The cost of clean-up days was $$2,275.00. Update was given on the new truck chassis. It has been received and will sent for outfitting andMulti Modal grant will be submitted by July 31, 2026 for Whitetail culvert replacement and engineering cost for the project of $800.00 incurred. Estimate is being done to apply for LSA grant for new equipment building this fall. Ceres Township will be participating in the 250th Anniversary Parade in Bradford on June 20, 2026. It was felt that participation in the parade should be done as Ceres Township was the first settlement in McKean County. New Business was addressed with Road Master Moyer stating that a section of Kings Run Road that has recurring pot holes will be dug out with equipment from another Township to see if it will eliminate recurrence of the holes and improve the roadway throughout the yearly seasons. This was in response to resident complaint voiced at the May 2026 meeting regarding pot holes in the same place every spring. McKean County’s Data Center Ordinance will be adopted by Ceres Township once it is approved. Supervisor Maxson gave suggestions of Road lease agreements, Community enhancements, or pilot programs in relation to Data Centers that may wish to enter Ceres Township. Road Master Moyer reported that all of the dirt roads have been gone over with the little grader maintainer. Gravel has been hauled to roads needing it. Coon Hollow ditches have been cleaned. A 36” pipe on Coon Hollow has been replaced. Several trees, sticks, and debris have been cleared from the roads. The mowing of banks and berms has been started. Road Master met with Tammi Bleggi from Senator Dush’s office regarding Whitetail culvert grant project. Supervisor Maxson stated that he drove up King’s Run Road and he didn’t find many pot holes and that he thought the condition of the dirt roadway was good. There were no public comments. Taylor Brook remains bonded by Tuscadora Hardwoods. The monthly bills were reviewed, approved, and signed. Motion was made by Greg Maxson, seconded by Jeff Moyer to pay the bills. Motion was made by Supervisor Maxson to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Supervisor Moyer. The next Ceres Township meeting will be held July 7, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. Township building,12 Barbertown Road, Eldred. CERES TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS
PREREGISTER CHILDREN FOR LAUREL FESTIVAL PET PARADE TO BE ENTERED IN DRAWING FOR CHAMBER DOLLARS
The 2026 Laurel Festival Pet Parade is on Sunday, June 14 at 1:30 p.m. in Wellsboro. Youngsters can bring a pet or a decorated bike and join in the fun. It’s free.
A pet can be a cat, a dog or a miscellaneous animal, such as a camel, guinea pig, turtle, goat, pony, or whatever a youngster has.
Each child entering a pet or a decorated bike has to fill out a registration form to be in the parade. Only one pet or bike per child will be judged.
Two or more siblings or unrelated children can enter one pet as a unit. The names of the children in the unit should be listed on one registration form. Each child in the unit will receive a participation ribbon and, if their group is picked as a winner, share a trophy.
KANE MAN SENT TO STATE PRISON FOR SELLING FENTANYL TO ANOTHER MAN WHO DIED
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Kane man convicted of delivering fentanyl to another Kane man who died from the substance was sentenced during a sentencing hearing today at the McKean County Courthouse.
Michael CUNNINGHAM was convicted after a jury trial held in April of Drug Delivery Resulting in Death and other charges related to the fentanyl death of a man in Kane in 2022. During the sentencing hearing, the judge sentenced CUNNINGHAM to serve a minimum of 77 months to a maximum of 160 months in state prison and an additional one year of supervision post-release. CUNNINGHAM was recommended by the court to participate in drug treatment while incarcerated.
A presentence report prepared by the Adult Probation Department prior to sentencing reflected that the guideline range for the minimum amount of incarceration for the crime of Drug Delivery Resulting in Death as set by the legislature called for a minimum sentence of between 60 months and 78 months. The judge sentenced CUNNINGHAM for the crime of Drug Delivery Resulting in Death and a consecutive sentence for the crime of Criminal Use of a Communication Device.
PUC Issues Decision in PPL Electric Rate Proceeding
Commission Reduces Original Revenue Request by More Than $80 Million While Expanding Customer Assistance and Reliability Oversight
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today voted to modify and approve a Joint Petition for Settlement resolving the base rate proceeding involving PPL Electric Utilities Corporation (PPL Electric), which provides electric distribution service to approximately 1.5 million customers across eastern and central Pennsylvania.
The Commissioners voted 5-0, noting the partial dissents of Vice Chair Kim Barrow, Commissioner John F. Coleman and Commissioner Ralph Yanora, to adopt the recommendations of Deputy Chief Administrative Law Judge Christopher P. Pell and Administrative Law Judge Barbara Shadie Nause, as modified by a motion from Commissioner Kathryn L. Zerfuss.
PPL Electric’s original rate request sought an annual revenue increase of approximately $356.3 million. Under the Settlement approved today, the Company’s annual revenue increase is reduced to approximately $275 million.
For a residential customer using 918 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity per month, PPL Electric’s original proposal would have increased the total month…
Owlett, Causer Highlight Key Connection in Regional ATV Trail
HARRISBURG – With ATV riding season underway, Reps. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) and Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) are highlighting the latest cooperative effort to ensure the best riding experience on the popular Northcentral Regional ATV Trail (NRAT).
After identifying an issue with trail access to the borough of Galeton last month, the representatives joined with local leaders and officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) to identify an alternate route.
DCNR confirmed this week Route 144 from Button Hollow Road has been approved by authorities for inclusion in the NRAT, establishing a 2.75-mile connection to the town.
“The NRAT offers nearly 1,000 miles of the best riding in the Commonwealth thanks to great partnerships between state agencies, local officials and private landowners,” the lawmakers said. “We commend officials in the region and at the state level for coming together once again to find a solution that will keep Galeton connected to this great recreational and economic opportunity. With the nation’s 250th birthday just a month away, riders will surely be headed to Galeton for some great fireworks!”
The lawmakers acknowledged concerns raised by some officials and residents about enforcement, noise and dust suppression.
“While we welcome everyone to the trails to enjoy all our region has to offer, it’s important for all riders and passengers alike to be responsible, respectful, and follow the rules and traffic laws in our communities,” they added.
Permits are required to ride the NRAT. For maps and additional information about the trail, visit www.DCNR.pa.gov and search for the Northcentral Regional ATV Trail.
PennDOT Places Speed Display Board On Route 6 In Hamilton Township, McKean County
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) placed a radar-controlled speed display board this week on Route 6 in Hamilton Township, McKean County. It is intended to remind drivers to obey the posted speed limit and reduce speeding, a common type of aggressive driving behavior.
The board faces eastbound traffic between Lincoln Avenue and Hillside Avenue on a section of Route 6 with a speed limit of 35 miles per hour. The board utilizes radar to determine the speeds of oncoming traffic and posts them to the lighted section of the sign.
The board will remain in this location for four to six weeks.
Speeding and other aggressive driving behaviors are among the leading causes of Pennsylvania crashes and fatalities. Other aggressive driving behaviors include running stop signs or red lights, passing illegally, and tailgating.
PennDOT listed aggressive driving behaviors as a factor in 46 percent of crashes in McKean County in 2025.
Learn more about aggressive driving at PennDOT’s highway safety website, www.PennDOT.pa.gov/safety.
NEPA Gives Is Happening Now: Support Twin Tiers Nonprofits Through June 5
Sayre, PA — The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers (CFTT) reminds community members that NEPA Gives 2026 is underway now and will continue through 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5.
NEPA Gives is a 24-hour online giving event that brings together donors, nonprofits, businesses, and community members to support organizations making a difference throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Twin Tiers region.
Through the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers’ partnership with the Scranton Area Community Foundation and other regional community foundations, local organizations from Bradford, Potter, Sullivan, and Tioga Counties in Pennsylvania are participating in and raising funds to support their important missions.
Twin Tiers participating organizations include:
• Area Agency on Aging for the Counties of Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Tioga, PA
• Bradford Wyoming County Literacy Program
• Bradford County Historical Society
• Bradford County Humane Society
• Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers
• Endless Mountain Mission Center
• River Valley Regional YMCA
• Serve, Inc.
• The Children’s House Child Advocacy Center
• United Way of Bradford County
• Wyalusing Area Education Foundation
• Wyalusing Public Library
• Dark Skies Search Dogs
• Oswayo Valley Memorial Library
• Friends of the Sullivan County Library
• Sullivan County Victim Services
• The Summit: Center for Wellness
• CHOP OUT HUNGER
“NEPA Gives provides an opportunity for our communities to come together and support the organizations that make the Twin Tiers a stronger place to live, work, and thrive,” said Joselyn Allen-Elford, Resource Development Associate at the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers. “Every donation, regardless of size, helps local nonprofits continue serving our neighbors and communities.”
Community members can give a gift and learn more about participating organizations by visiting www.nepagives.org before 7:00 p.m. on June 5. For more information, contact Joselyn Allen-Elford at jallenelford@twintierscf.org or 570-888-4759.
BID NOTICE – Sealed Bids Are Being Received By The Roulette Township
Sealed bids are being received by the Roulette Township, Potter County, PA at PO Box 253,
Roulette, PA 16746-0253 or 80 Railroad Ave., Roulette, PA until 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 11th ,
2026 for each line item of the following:
More or less of the following aggregates:
1B – 200 Tons
PA2A – 300 Tons
AS2 Anti-skid – 400 Tons
All bids must be submitted on a State Bid Form provided by the Roulette Township and include
delivered price to the township building. To request a bid form, contact the township secretary
at (814) 544-7549, roulettwp@gmail.com, or at 80 Railroad Ave., Roulette, PA 16746. Office
hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All materials must be state approved. All deliveries will be at
the discretion of the Board of Supervisors.
Sealed bids should be marked “aggregate” and will be opened at the June 11th 2026, monthly meeting. The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m., at 80 Railroad Ave., Roulette, PA. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Richard D. “Rick” Snyder, 70, Of Bradford, Formerly Of Rew
Richard D. “Rick” Snyder, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Rew, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, at UPMC Hamot Medical Center.
Born on July 29, 1955, in Bradford, he was son of the late Daniel and Janice I. (Crattie) Snyder.
He was a 1972 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
Rick went to work at the age of 12 at the Wayne Gulnac Dairy Farm, milking cows. After high school he worked at the Red Barn Restaurant, Halliburton Well Services, Universal Well Services, and for the last 25 years worked at Keystone Powdered Metals.
Rick enjoyed hunting, camping, taking a ride, visiting with friends and family and the time spent with his cat “Little One”. He was an avid fan of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
Surviving is his former wife, Linda Price, one sister, Patricia Luna, one niece, Kristin (Shawn Irwin) Luna, one nephew, Jeremy (Jamie) Luna, four grandnieces and nephews, Ava Luna, Evan Luna, Abigail Irwin, and Robin Irwin, one aunt, Linda (Rick) Patrick, of Rew, and many cousins.
UPMC Expert: The Role Of Aeromedical Transport In Rural Emergencies
Jim Houser, president, UPMC’s Center for Emergency Medicine (CEM) of Western Pennsylvania
In an emergency, time matters, but so does getting a patient to the right level of care. In North Central Pennsylvania, where long distances and rural geography can complicate emergency response, aeromedical transport can help bridge that gap.
STAT MedEvac gives emergency teams a way to move critically ill or injured patients quickly when every minute counts and specialized care is needed. While not every emergency requires a helicopter, air transport can be an important part of the response when speed, distance, and a patient’s condition all factor into the decision.
What Prompts a MedEvac Activation?
A MedEvac activation is usually considered when a patient has a serious, time-sensitive condition and reaching the appropriate hospital quickly could affect the outcome. That may include major trauma, stroke symptoms, certain cardiac emergencies, severe burns, or other critical illnesses and injuries that require specialized treatment not available at the nearest facility.
Wellsboro Women’s and Men’s Choruses FREE Concert
Pictured are members of the Wellsboro Women’s Chorus.This Friday, June 5 at 6 p.m., the Wellsboro Women’s and Men’s Choruses will give a free concert on the outdoor stage, which faces Central Avenue on the side of the Deane Center building at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and sit in the grassy area in front of the outdoor stage or on Central Avenue, which will be closed to motor vehicle traffic between the Warehouse Theatre building and Main Street. If it rains or there is a heat wave, this concert will be moved indoors to the Coolidge Theatre. For more information about the Deane Center’s Free Outdoor Concert Series, call 570-724-6220, email office@deanecenter.com or visit deanecenter.com.