LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – A 24-year-old Coudersport man was indicted on a murder charge by a Lewis County grand jury on Friday, June 7.

Jacob Vanbergen of Coudersport, Pa. was handed an indictment for second-degree murder in the alleged killing of 39-year-old Brandon Shepker, also of Coudersport, Pa., on January 6 at the Ridge View Lodge in Lowville. Shepker was sharing a room with Vanbergen when the alleged incident occurred.

Potter County man charged with murder in Lewis County death

Authorities investigated and alleged injuries were “consistent with a physical altercation and strangulation.”

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Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store 

We are excited to announce that the Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store has been named the 2024 PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship Champion Awards winner in the Great Places category! Each year, the PA Wilds Center recognizes individuals and organizations for their contributions to growing and developing the outdoor recreation and nature tourism economy in the PA Wilds by marrying economic development and conservation goals. Thank you for the distinction, The PA Wilds!

The Fine Arts Awards at PAHS were given as follows:  The Art Award to Brianne Hosterman; the Senior Band Award and the John Philip Sousa Award to Isaac Barber; the Senior Chorus Award to Amber Funk; the Senior Chorus Award and the Senior Drama Award to Collin Stuckey and the Senior Drama Award to Anastasia Penick; the Senior Drama Service Award to Jenn Baxter; and the USMC Semper Fidelis Award for Musical Excellence went to Lily Babcock. 

Va. triple murder suspect arrested in New York

SPOTSYLVANIA, Va. (WWBT) – A woman accused of killing her three roommates in Spotsylvania has been arrested after a two-day search.

Alyssa Jane Venable, 23, was captured after a vehicle pursuit on I-86 in Steuben County, New York, with help from the United States Marshals Service and the New York State Police.

Around 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, troopers with the New York State Police observed a gray 2009 Honda Civic matching what Vendable was known to drive and attempted to initiate a traffic stop.

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The Enemy Within

By

Pastor B.J. Knefley

There is a saying that goes like this, “I have seen the enemy and it is me.” The sad reality is that regardless of what is happening in our life, the greatest enemy to our happiness and joy is ourselves. We may not like to admit it, but it is true. It has been said that life happens while we’re making other plans. What does that mean? It means that while we are expecting one thing to happen something else does. When life comes at you in this manner it takes the wind out of our sails. Instead of being in control, we are out of control because the events in our lives disrupt our equilibrium and sense of well-being. So, what or how do we deal with life?

First, we need to understand, realize, comprehend, and every other adjective you can think of to express the point that nothing you are experiencing is new to man. You are not unique, you are not being punished, you do not have a dark cloud over your head, it is life and regardless of any other reasons, God is allowing it. The second thing is, we need to talk about it. David on numerous occasions in the Psalms wrote about what he was experiencing. Some might call it complaining, but what he was doing was just laying it out there. He was stating that he did not have all of the answers and that he was being overwhelmed by the problems he was facing. Third, we need to get our mind off the problem. That does not mean that we attempt to forget about it, that doesn’t work anyway, and attempting to forget only drives it deeper. No, we need to focus on something else, redirect our thinking, go for a walk, read a book, music, anything that works for you. Personally, music works the best for redirecting my thoughts when I am being overwhelmed by a problem. Ultimately, it is a heart issue. Proverbs 4:23 gives this warning, “Guard your heart above all else for it determines the course of your life.”

Lastly, do not let others tell you what you should or should not be doing or thinking. Instead, seek God, that’s what David did. Remember, God is allowing whatever is happening. He sees the beginning and the end, and there is a plan even when we can’t see it. Think about it.

The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, June 7th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

*  The outdoor market is held each Friday from May through October (weather permitting; on very rainy days, we will relocate into the Riley Gallery (if available)).  In November, the Farmers  Market goes indoors for the winter market.

 *  Market times have been established after many trial times over the years.  If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly.  They are willing to try to accommodate your request.

 *  If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net]

CARING CRAFTS will be attending this week’s Market! Weather Permitting! We will be bring a variety of Homemade Travel Pillows! Along with our Plastic Canvas Magnets/Ornaments! Our selection of both is very wide and unique! Don’t forget to like us Facebook! If your not able to stop by or would like to place an order please contact Jess at 814 203 2482! Caring Crafts excepts Cash or PayPal (cowgirl_jess16915@yahoo.com) payment! Hope to see everyone there! 

BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce and plants.  We will have Romaine Lettuce, Lettuce Mix, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Radishes, Green Garlic and Basil plants. We accept cash, checks, FMNP and credit cards. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com 

CARRIAGE HOUSE RUGS will be at the Farmers’ Market Friday, June 7. Weather permitting. Loom woven rugs, many colors and sizes available. Come and take a look!  Custom orders considered. Email cherylbrown52@icloud.com 

JOANIE’S APIARY plans to be there at market on Friday depending on the weather, too chilly or rain. I will have my Raw Local honey along with my beeswax products, and corn heating pads. If I cannot get there my products are all available at the Artisan Center or on sale at my house. TOM AND LUCY HOPPE’S creamed Honey and cinnamon creamed honey will also be available at the same table as Joanie’s Apiary. 

ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products. We accept cash or card payments. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.

MIKE THOMPSON will be a vender at Potter Co Farmers Market, Friday, June 7. produce being brought will consist of lettuce, spinach, radishes, green onions, beets & greens and  rhubarb. Excepting FMNP checks, starting June 1. Knife sharpening while you shop or look at other vendor merchandise. Rain or shine.

MOUNTAIN VIEW SHEEP FARM will be attending the farmers market June weather permitting. With hand woven wool blend shawls and scarves .   Also  lovely delicate designed, scented and fragrance free handmade sheep milk soaps  all from our own sheep.  Pa preferred and Juried. We accept cash, check and cards. Follow us on Facebook @mountainviewsheepfarm Or contact by email@ mountainviewsheepfarm@yahoo.com 

QUIET ACRES will be at market Friday, weather permitting, with our selection of Haldeman Mills products – NEW Stauffer’s cornmeal,Teff Flour (African Ivory and Dark) and buckwheat flour for the gluten sensitive, Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancake Mixes, Shortcake/Cobbler Mix, Funnel Cake  and Soft Pretzel Mixes as well as Brinser’s Best Cornmeal.  On the craft side: NEW rope coasters, trivets,trinket bowls and baskets. We will also have upcycled braided rugs/runners/mug rugs of all sizes as well as aprons for all occasions, for kids and adults including summer sports teams.  Orders are welcome – you can choose your fabric, color, size and shape. We accept cash payments. You can contact us at QuietAcresPortAllegany@gmail.com

Henry Kisler received the Richard K. Taylor Award of $500; Darren Tinder received the Raymond Charles Varney Award of $2000;  Miska Young received the Dylan Pesock Award of $1000 and The Eastman Award of $200; Julia Postlewait received the Jean Marie Swanson of $11,830,  the Roxie Taylor Volunteer Scholarship of $1000, the Patricia Lloyd Memorial Award of $400, the Eastman Award of $200 and also the PA Association Rural and Small Schools of $500;  Alana Corey received the Elizabeth Losey Award of $845, the PAEA Higher Education Award of $300 and the Paul Maynard Scholarship of Courage of $1000; Braylon Button received the Larry Norton Award of $500; Austin Freer received the Andrew Pingie Award of $500 and the Odd Fellows Citizenship award of $700; Lily Babcock received the Eastman Award and the Robert J. Edgreen Memorial Award of $1000; and Saxon Palmer who received the Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Award for Community Service and the Robert J. Edgreen Memorial Award of $4000. 

Missing from the photo is Levi Wilfong who received the Gerald Stayer Memorial Scholarship, the John Thrash Scholarship of $1200, the Lt. William E. Daisley, Jr. Mathematics Award of $500 and the Jean Marie Swanson Scholarship of $11,380.  

Port Allegany High School recognized their athletes at the 2024 Awards Assembly held recently at PAHS. 

Miska Young was named a member of the Varsity Club, the Varsity Club Scholarship of $1000, and was named the Thomas Taylor Memorial Award/Athlete of the Year Award; Kayleigha Dowell earned a Varsity Club plaque and was named the David Lacher Memorial Award/Female Athlete of the Year; Amber Funk received the Varsity Club Scholarship of $1000, the Bob Davis-Lou Foy Student Athlete Award and the USAF Scholar Athlete Award; Kole Kisko received the USMC Distinguished Athlete Award;  Lily Babcock received the USMC Distinguished Athlete Award; and Levi Wilfong received the USAF Scholar-Athlete Award and the NTL Senior Athlete Award of $1000.