Howlin’ Holidays at the Deane Center to Benefit Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries
Join us for a heartwarming holiday photo shoot with your furry friends!
Wellsboro, PA – December 4, 2024 – The Deane Center is hosting a festive and furry event to spread holiday cheer and support a great cause! On Sunday, December 15th, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM, the Deane Center lobby will be transformed into a winter wonderland for Howlin’ Holidays, a special holiday photo shoot and donation drive to benefit the Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries. This fun holiday event is generously sponsored by Dr. Kristine Shaw of Grand Canyon Veterinary.
PennDOT Urges Caution in Coming Winter Weather Event
Snow squalls, blowing and drifting snow expected, vehicle restrictions planned during storm
Harrisburg, PA –Ahead of anticipated winter weather across much of Pennsylvania tomorrow, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists to avoid unnecessary travel during the storm and to exercise caution when driving. Additionally, PennDOT will implement various speed and vehicle restrictions throughout the storm.
Cattaraugus Gives Prize Winners Announced
OLEAN, N.Y., December 4 – The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation proudly announces the successful conclusion of another Cattaraugus Gives fundraiser.
This year’s 24-hour online giving event rallied 1,381 donors, raising $315,474 for local nonprofits.
Giving will remain open through Friday, Dec. 6, said CRCF Executive Director Kirk Windus, so that total is expected to continue to climb.
USDA Frozen Chicken Recall
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) frozen chicken products that did not receive the benefit of import reinspection. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.
Rita L. Stanford, 71, of Kane, formerly of Lewis Run
Rita L. Stanford, 71, of Kane, formerly of Lewis Run, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at her home.
She was born on May 30, 1953 in Grand Rapids, MI, a daughter of the late Henry and Mary Travers Gredzicki.
PennDOT – District 3 News
An update has been published to District 3 news on the PennDOT website. Please see below for details.
Crash Closes Interstate 80 WB in Clinton, Union and Northumberland Counties
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that both lanes of Interstate 80 westbound are closed between mile marker 212 (Interstate 180 interchange / Williamsport) in Northumberland County and mile marker 178 (Route 220 interchange) in Clinton County, due to a multi-vehicle crash in Clinton County near mile marker 190.
Dickens of a Christmas 2024 Parking, Free Shuttle Service This Saturday, Dec. 7 for Dickens 2024
DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS 2024 PARKING, FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE THIS SATURDAY, DEC. 7
For Wellsboro’s Dickens of a Christmas celebration, streets will be closed to traffic and parking this Saturday, Dec. 7. Offered is free parking with free shuttle service into and out of Wellsboro.
Free Shuttle Services
There will be free shuttle services to downtown Dickens festivities. Buses will operate continuously between 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. to shuttle visitors to downtown Wellsboro from the Wellsboro Plaza parking lot on Route 6 (East Avenue) and from the Wellsboro High School parking lot on Nichols Street. During those times, shuttles will also transport visitors back to the Wellsboro Plaza and Wellsboro High School parking lots.
Vivian “Jeannine” (Parks) Schreiber, 92, a resident of Christ the King Manor, DuBois and formerly of 185 Center Street, Elk Towers, St. Marys, PA
Vivian “Jeannine” (Parks) Schreiber, 92, a resident of Christ the King Manor, DuBois and formerly of 185 Center Street, Elk Towers, St. Marys, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Christ the King Manor after a brief illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Dungeons & Dragons Club for Grades 5 – 12
Embark on an adventure like no other! This is your chance to dive into epic storytelling, forge friendships, and develop key life skills – all while having an amazing time.
Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is more than just a game; it’s a gateway to creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. Students become heroes in a world of their own making, working together to solve puzzles, strategize, and defeat challenges. With a focus on teamwork and storytelling, every session taught by Brent Bryant, Networking and Security Instructor at Seneca Highlands CTC, is a chance to explore, problem-solve, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether your student is a seasoned adventurer or new to role-playing games, they’ll be guided by experienced facilitators in a safe, welcoming environment. No special experience or materials required – just imagination!
Grades 5 – 8
Tuesdays starting January 7, 2025, running through March 25, 2025
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Grades 9 – 12
Wednesdays starting January 8, 2025, running through March 26, 2025
Time 6 – 8 p.m.
How to Join
-Weekly Session Fee: $30
-Monthly Session Fee: $100 ($300 to attend January, February, and March Sessions)
Sessions are open to both in-person and remote participants, with Google Meet available to ensure everyone can join in the fun. Please note: A minimum of 6 participants per session is required. In-person sessions will take place at the Education Council, 5 Water Street, Coudersport, PA. Registration is required. To register visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
WELLSBORO’S 40TH ANNUAL DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS IS THIS FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, DEC. 6, 7 & 8th
This young man watches as the model trains move along the track at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall on Walnut Street in Wellsboro. The trains will be rolling again this Saturday, Dec. 7.
The 40th Annual Dickens of a Christmas is this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6, 7 and 8 in Wellsboro.
Friday and Saturday, the Tioga County Active Living Center’s Indoor Craft Show/Food with five craft vendors and the United Methodist Church’s Indoor Craft Show with 26 craft vendors will be open.
The Tioga County Active Living Center will also have lots of food Halushki with noodles and cabbage; soups; hot dogs, Texas hots and beverages both days. A homemade breakfast casserole will be available for purchase Saturday morning beginning at 8am.
Hamilton-Gibson Productions will present A Dickens of a Concert Friday night at 7:30pm and six performances of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” at the Deane Center’s two theaters on Saturday and one performance on Sunday.
Walk for Peace participants hold up their candles.
Patients received Thanksgiving meal at BRMC, OGH
Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, brought some holiday cheer to the patients who could not be home with their families for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Patients at BRMC, OGH as well as residents at the Pavilion, were offered a festive holiday meal. In addition, patients also received a complimentary meal for an invited guest to dine with them on Thanksgiving Day.
“This time of year, is always so special, and I am grateful to be involved in the meal program for our patients. Bringing joy and enhancing our patients’ overall experience is a top priority for us,” said Robert Holzer, interim general manager, food and nutrition services. “Being away from loved ones during the holidays can be difficult. We hope this small gesture helps make our patients’ Thanksgiving a little brighter.”
The Thanksgiving meal consisted of roast turkey with gravy, homestyle mashed potatoes, herb seasoned stuffing, garlic roasted vegetables, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and any further dietary requirements needed for each patient.
Thomas E. “Tom” Wilson, 77, a lifelong resident of Hebron, PA.
Thomas E. Wilson “beloved husband”
Thomas E. “Tom” Wilson, 77, a lifelong resident of Hebron, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Born on Wednesday, August 13, 1947 in Coudersport, he was a son of James E. and Delores V. Gilbert Wilson. On April 19, 1965 in Olean, NY, he married Ruth L. Hanley, who survives.
Tom was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1965. After graduating he worked with his father in the family business.
Tom was a member of Eulalia Lodge #342 F&AM, Coudersport and was a member of the Coudersport Consistory. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing softball and baseball. He very much enjoyed his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. His greatest loves were his wife, his family, and animals of all kinds.
Shapiro Administration Announces New Military License Plates to Honor Pennsylvania Veterans
Today, the Shapiro Administration announced a new selection of military-themed license plates are available. Recently passed legislation allows the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to offer Pennsylvanians six new license plates honoring military veterans.
“These plates are yet another opportunity to show our appreciation for the sacrifices of our military members and their families,” said PennDOT Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kara Templeton. “As always, we are proud to recognize our military community and their accomplishments.”
Three of the new plates recognize service members who received medals or honors for individual achievements or deployments. The plates are the standard license plate colors of white, blue, and gold and bear a graphic of the medal awarded. For a fee of $26, the plates are available for use on passenger cars or trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds.
These plates include:
LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AMEST SATURDAY FOR CATTARAUGUS AND CHAUTAUQUA
WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
332 AM EST Wed Dec 4 2024
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
332 AM EST Wed Dec 4 2024
...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM
EST SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations
10 to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting
as high as 50 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting
snow.
* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest
accumulations will be across the Chautauqua Ridge.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
will impact the morning and evening commutes on Thursday. Gusty
winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,
visibility, and road conditions.
Calonae Dawne Copeland, 83, of Smethport, PA.
Calonae Dawne Copeland, 83, of Smethport, passed away Monday (December 2, 2024) at Olean General Hospital in Olean, NY, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 9, 1941 in Saybrook, PA, the daughter of Carl Avery and Lucy Ella (Campbell) Nelson. On August 25, 1979, in Pittsburgh, PA, she married John R. Copeland, who survives. John and Calonae met at The Maples Inn in Crosby while dancing the night away. Together they have traveled the world and built a great legacy for their family.
Mrs. Copeland was a graduate of Smethport High School Class of 1960 and was employed in various jobs over the years. Later in life, she enjoyed giving back to the community by volunteering her time at the Pink Elephant in Smethport.
Calonae was a member of the American Legion Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport, the Smethport VFW Post #2497, the Crosby and Smethport United Methodist Churches and the Norwich Twp. Fire Dept. Auxiliary.
Calonae never met a stranger; spending hours chatting while out running a simple errand. She loved playing the lottery and bingo. In earlier years, she was a member of a bowling league. Calonae enjoyed playing Euchre on Thursday nights at the VFW. She was an avid reader and loved sharing her baked goods with the community. Chances are if you’re reading this you enjoyed her chocolate-covered goodies. Calonae loved her cat, “Baby”, and spending as much time as possible with her family and friends. For almost five decades Calonae rooted for her beloved Pittsburgh Pirates while listening to them broadcast over the radio, and in most recent years, on television. Calonae could be heard from miles away screaming “Let’s Go, Bucs!” Above all else, Calonae loved being “Grandma Calonae.”
Calonae had a servant’s heart and often worried about others before herself, especially when it came to her husband, John.
Calonae’s name was as unique as her. Often mispronounced, Calonae (Kuh-lon-ee) is a Hawaiian name for “The Sky” and given by her mother who had a similarly named pen-pal from Hawaii in the 1930s.
Potter County Jail Board Meeting Postponed
Next public meeting of the Potter County Jail Board, scheduled for Friday, Dec. 6, at the F.W. Gunzburger County Office Building, has been postponed due to the lack of a quorum.
Those with questions or comments about the jail are reminded that they can submit them to the board through email sent to pcjailboard@pottercountypa.net.
Jail Board members are Commissioner Paul Heimel (chair), Sheriff Kevin Siska (vice chair), Commissioner Nancy Grupp (secretary), Judge Stephen Minor, District Attorney Andy Watson, and Commissioner Robert Rossman. Chief Commissioners Clerk Jessica Giebel serves as administrator.