by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Have you happened to take notice that life is more often about what we can do rather than what we can be. We look for things to do in life, what to do for others, what we can contribute to society or our family. But I wonder, what would happen if rather than focus upon what we can do, we started to focus upon what we can be?
Philip Joseph Palutro, 79, of Irwin passed peacefully Sunday (Nov. 17, 2024) in Cheswick.
He was born Dec. 17, 1944, to the late Philip and Emilie (O’Bradovic) Palutro.
Philip was a very sensitive, caring man. He loved God, golf, his family and law programs. He was a little stubborn sometimes too! This quality would be needed later on in his life though …
GALETON SHARED MINISTRY CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE WILL BE HELD 6:30 PM ON CHRISTMAS EVE. AT THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
THE COMMUNITY IS INVITED TO ATTEND.
Kenneth Clark Boal, known affectionately as Ken, passed away on October 10, 2024, in Mechanicsburg, at the age of 91. Born on December 5, 1932, in Clearfield, Ken was a man of strong character and dedication, evident in every aspect of his life, from his family to his career.
After completing his high school education at Clearfield High School, Ken proudly served in the military as part of the Army’s 10th Infantry and 37th Infantry Divisions, where he demonstrated his commitment and resilience.
ON 2025 COUNTY TENTATIVE BUDGET
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Allegany County Board of Legislators will hold a public hearing on December 10, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Room 221, at the County Office Building, 7 Court Street, Belmont, New York 14813, on the Tentative Budget of said County for its 2025 fiscal year which begins on January 1, 2025, and ends December 31, 2025.
Copies of the Tentative Budget are available at the office of the Clerk of the Board of Legislators at the County Office Building, Belmont, New York, 14813, during normal business hours, for purposes of inspection or procurement by interested persons. Electronic copies of said budget may be viewed at www.alleganyco.gov.
Belmont, NY – On November 20, 2024, the Allegany County Board of Legislators announced funding from a New York State grant to provide various programs and events for peer-to-peer support for veterans. The mission of the funding is to assist veterans, service members, and their families to achieve and sustain personal health, wellness, and purpose in their post-service lives through the support of trained veteran peers.
The Tiadaghton Audubon Society, based in Wellsboro, is hosting two Christmas Bird Counts during the winter of 2024-2025. The Cowanesque Circle bird count will be on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 and the annual Wellsboro-Mansfield Circle bird count on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025.
Fourteen singers and instrumentalists, including the five members of Stage Fright and nine guest musicians, will perform selections from The Last Waltz, the famous “farewell” concert given on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, 1976 by the Canadian-American roots rock group known as The Band.
Families and pets of all kinds are invited to pose for photos with Santa “Paws,” benefiting Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries.
Pet Photos with Santa are offered on three dates and locations to choose from, with no appointment needed:
PennDOT Encourages Homeowners to Winterize Their Mailboxes
Montoursville, PA – As the winter season approaches, it is important that property owners make sure their mailbox is in the correct location to ensure the efficiency of both the mail service and the snow plowing operations. In addition, property owners should also inspect their mailbox to verify it has a strong support.
Joanne C. (Spencer) Higley, 89, of Wellsboro, passed away Saturday November 16, 2024, at Guthrie Robert Packer, in Sayre, PA. She was born February 4, 1935, in Wellsboro, to Wallace and Vivian (Stradley) Spencer. Joanne graduated from high school and worked at Wundies in Wellsboro. On October 20, 1955, she married Horace H. Higley with whom she shared 57 years of marriage. She loved animals, especially horses, and enjoyed fishing, country music, puzzles, and was especially fond of ice cream.
This Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7:30 p.m., the Molly’s Boys Jugband is inviting audience members to play handmade spoons, washboards and other inventive instruments for one song during their show in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
Make a difference in someone’s life this Christmas.
The First Presbyterian Church of Wellsboro is encouraging support for 13 charitable organizations by holding the Alternative Giving Christmas Fair online for the public now through Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024 and in person on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Fellowship Hall at 130 Main Street during Wellsboro’s Dickens of a Christmas.
The 13 charitable organizations are: Child Evangelism Fellowship of Tioga County, Diapers for Darlings, Harbor Counseling, Heart of Tioga, His Thousand Hills Christian Camp & Retreat Center, Humble Bumble Project, Medical Benevolence Foundation, Planted, Wellsboro Area Salvation Army, Samaritan House, Seeds of Hope Partners, Tioga County Homeless Initiative, and Wellsboro Area Food Pantry.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Bert (Jim) Jones.
Over his 84 years of life, he blessed everyone that was fortunate enough to know him.
His devotion to his beloved Cynthia during their 23 years of blissful marriage was obvious to everyone.
Jim’s dedication to every corner of our community and to his Lord and Savior was a true treasure and will be sorely missed by us all.
Rest in eternal peace dearest husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Richard L. Patchen, 86, of 115 Parkside Drive Limestone, NY, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024, at UPMC Hamot in Erie. Born on February 10, 1938, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Leslie B. and Helen M. (Hughes) Patchen. He graduated from Bradford High School in 1956.
Rixford—Rev. Francis “Frank” Plummer Hill, 82, of Clark St., while at the Bradford Manor, left this life to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 17th, 2024.
Born August 21st, 1942, in Sanford, Maine, to Hugh and Electa Plummer Hill. On May 5th, 1979, at the Overcomers Church of Faith, he married Daunna McKeown Snow, who survives.
Emporium, PA — Get ready to add some sparkle to your season with the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library’s Holiday Basket Raffle! This year’s event is brimming with festive magic, literary delights, and thrilling surprises that will leave you feeling merry and bright.
