Bert Michael Obleski, 94, of Roulette, PA
Bert Michael Obleski, 94, of Roulette, PA, entered eternal rest Friday (October 4, 2024). His death at 94 years young culminates an industrious and joyous life of devotion and service as a dedicated father to his family and small town community.
Bert was born September 19, 1930 to Michael and Mary (Prochko) Obleski in Laninger Creek, Roulette Twp., Potter County, PA.
He was a student of Roulette Schools and High School. Following school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1946 and proudly served as a Seaman 1st Class and was honorably discharged from the Navy on the 26th day of December, 1949.
Evelyn C. Green, 77, of Wake Forest, NC and formerly of Berwind Street, St. Marys, PA
Evelyn C. Green, 77, of Wake Forest, NC and formerly of Berwind Street, St. Marys, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024 at Wake Medical Center in Raleigh, NC.
She was born October 23, 1946 in Ridgway, daughter of the late William F. and Sara Mitchell Platt. She was a lifelong resident of the area before moving to North Carolina to be closer with her son, Keith. Evelyn was a graduate of Ridgway High School, Class of 1964. She was employed at Keystone Carbon and later retired from Penn Highlands Elk after twenty nine years with the hospital.
On August 7, 1971, in St. Marys, she married the late Eugene “Tiger” H. Green, who preceded her in death on August 31, 2019.
C. Louise McLaughlin, 89, of Custer City
C. Louise McLaughlin, 89, of Custer City, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at the Bradford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Born December 31, 1934, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Hugh and Esther L. (Wolfgang) Coy. She was a 1952 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On September 23, 1978 in Limestone NY, she married Patrick H. McLaughlin who preceded her in death on November 25, 2017.
Daniel J. Cowburn, 56, of Coudersport, PA
Daniel J. Cowburn, 56, of Coudersport, passed away Friday, October 4, 2024, at Olean General Hospital. Dan was born on June 1, 1968, in Wellsboro, the son of the late Katherine (Matteson) “Mimi” MacCartney and his father figure Richard “Poppy” Matteson.
Dan was a graduate of Coudersport High School and an Army veteran. He worked for many years in the natural gas industry as an inspector. He was a star athlete and enjoyed: athletics, music, golfing, fly fishing, the outdoors, and spending time with his family. Dan was a foodie and an avid Notre Dame fan.
Port Allegany Ambulance Service New Ambulance
The Port Allegany Ambulance Service has a new 2024 Ford 1450 Osage Ambulance. PAAS had the box taken off the old ambulance, refurbished and put on the new chassis. The process took approximately 4-5 months. Pictured are PAAS personnel Ellen Moshier and Emma Kohler with the new ambulance. Down payment for the new vehicle was made through fundraisers such as purse bingo, membership drive, and raffles and then a loan to cover the rest. Also new to PAAS is a new monitor, LifePak 25 cardiac monitor capable of doing 12 lead ekgs and transmitting them to the hospital It was purchased completely with grand funding.
Fall Antique Show & Sawmill Run
Saturday October 12 & Sunday October 13, 2024
Rain or Shine, 9 AM to 5 PM
$8.00/ Adult, $5.00/ Youth (ages 4 to 11)
This year’s Fall Antique Show & Sawmill Run will be held on Saturday October 12th and Sunday October 13th. Northern Pennsylvania typically reaches peak fall foliage conditions around this time so the forests surrounding the museum will (hopefully) be decked in rich and beautiful colors.
The Antique Show features multiple antique vendors that will be selling their wares in the museum program room. Our vendors have a little bit of everything, including antique tools, vintage clothing, collectible coins, glassware, books, and furniture. Vendors open 9am-5pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase. There is no ATM on site so plan your visit accordingly.
Outside, the museum grounds will come alive with historic trade demonstrations. Saturday 10/12 of our steam-powered circular sawmill will be running from 10 AM to 3 PM. Other demonstrations will be happening over both days of the event at the birch still, lumber camp kitchen, and the Eastern Loggers model railroad display.
Author Joyce Kieffer will give presentations during the weekend on her historic fiction trilogy “The Trees Remember.” Drawing on the author’s career in women’s health and inspired by the forests she calls home in Juniata County; the series follows a young woman as she trains to become a nurse set against the backdrop of Pennsylvania’s booming lumber industry in the late 1800s. Besides scheduled talks at 11 AM & 2 PM on Saturday and 10:30 AM Sunday, Joyce will be on hand to chat with visitors about her books and what motivated the 84-year-old to become a novelist.
For more information about Joyce Kieffer and her novels
Antique vendors interested in participating can call (814)435-2652 to reserve a space for the event.
It’s a great time to visit the museum. Hope to see you there!
Potter County Conservation District Seeking Outreach and Communications Advisor
Job Announcement: Outreach and Communications Advisor
The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outreach and Communications Advisor. The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to oversee the general planning, development, and direction of all communications of the District. Coordinate programs, social media, news releases, and other forms or publication to build and sustain a positive image of the District in the public. The qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain required clearances, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates are preferred to have a degree in an Environmental Field (Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, etc.), Communications, Public Relations, or another related field. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs.
The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or
national origin.
Contact the Potter County Conservation District for an employment application and full job description at 814-320-4012, or at j.childs@pottercd.com
Deadline for cover letter, application, and resume is November 30th, 2024. Please send a cover letter, application, and resume to:
Jason Childs
Potter County Conservation District
107 Market Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
or
PCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the PCCD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Central Cattaraugus County, Southern Livingston County, And Allegany County
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 6 at 6:43PM EDT until October 6 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for…
Central Cattaraugus County in western New York…
Southern Livingston County in western New York…
Allegany County in western New York…
* Until 745 PM EDT.
* At 642 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Ashford, or 8
miles north of Salamanca, moving east-northeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include…
Olean, Salamanca, Dansville, Allegany State Park, Alfred, Ashford,
Allegany, Franklinville, Belfast, and Cuba.
This includes the following highways…
Interstate 390 between exits 4 and 5.
Interstate 86 between exits 18 and 33.
INSTRUCTIONS: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Noel E. Feronti, 86, of Ridgway, PA.
Noel E. Feronti, 86, of Ridgway, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Penn Highlands Dubois after a lengthy illness.
He was born on December 12, 1937, in Johnsonburg, the son of the late James and Dona Keller Feronti. He was the 10th of 16 children.
On January 14, 1961, at Queen of The World Church, he married the late Donna Mae Kronenwetter, who preceded him in death on August 7, 2014.