Angelica Community Radio presents Shakespeare’s “Henry V” outdoors in Park Circle
Angelica, NY…. Angelica Community Radio, Allegany County’s premier non-profit radio station, proudly presents this professional touring production on Sunday, July 28th at 3:00 p.m. in Angelica’s Park Circle. The production is made possible with funding obtained by Angelica Community Radio for the benefit of its community.
Shake on the Lake Theatre Company (SOTL) is based in Perry, NY. Shake on the Lake’s professional actors delight audiences through intimate shows performed outdoors in daylight inspired by Elizabethan staging practices.
Henry V will be performed in Shake on the Lake’s signature style: fun, fast, and physical. 5 actors will portray nearly 40 characters in a new, audience-engaging adaptation that includes original music from Matt Duncan, Chad Bradford, Tim Cooper, and the rest of the cast.
Bring a lawn chair and a friend and immerse yourself in the world of William Shakespeare. Designed and staged for Shakespeare newbies and Bard aficionados alike. Appropriate for all audiences. Approx. Running Time: 90 minutes with no intermission. All shows begin with live pre-show music. You are not late if you hear music!
In case of inclement weather, the show will move to the Angelica Grange Hall on Park Circle.
MorePennDOT, Bradford Township to Host Plans Display August 7
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced plans to conduct an open house and plans display to inform the public about its Route 4011 Bridge Project in Bradford. The meeting will occur Wednesday, August 7, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the Bradford Township Fire Department, 368 Interstate Parkway, Bradford.
The purpose of the plans display is to present conceptual plans, anticipated construction schedule, and detour information for the construction project, which will either replace or remove the bridge on Sullivan Road over Bennett Brook to address structural needs. Adjustments to the western intersection of Sullivan Road and Interstate Parkway are being evaluated as part of this project. During construction, traffic will be detoured on Interstate Parkway. Individuals from the PennDOT design team will be available to answer questions.
The venue for this meeting is accessible to persons with disabilities. Anyone requiring special assistance or seeking additional information regarding the meeting may contact Michelle Mays, the project manager, at 814-765-0465, or at mimays@pa.gov before the meeting.
Port Allegany Swim Team will host the 2024 Tri-County Swim Meet Championships Saturday
The Port Allegany Swim Team will host the 2024 Tri-County Swim Meet Championships Saturday, July 27th beginning at 9 a.m. at the Community Pool.
Friday night, Dive Championships will be held in Emporium beginning at 6 p.m. along with the 7 and under swimming competition.
The Port Allegany team is pictured with their coach, Linda Fetter. (Front row, left to right) Marcus McLeod, Kolten Taggart, Mitchell McLeod, Carsten Tronetti, Luna Mereen, Max McLeod, Alex McLeod; (middle) Willow Valentine, Maggie McLeod, Savannah Harmon, Coach Fetter, Kendyl Bean, Braelyn Corey, Scarlett Wilcox; (back) Sabrina Furman, Aubri Moore, Lily Hildebrandt, Brenna Rohrer, Avery Rohrer and Noah Lynch. Missing from the photo are: Gage Rees, Ryker Rees, Olivia Amell, Jordan Amell, Tessa Salada, Talyah Salada, Rayden Sisson, Kallye Shepard, Ashlyn Ayers, Gianna Glasgow, Petyon Gordon and Coral Tronetti.
Touch a Truck Day is Friday at Hamlin Library in Smethport, PA
Don’t forget next Friday is the day!!
We have confirmed that our biggest hit from last year is coming back!!! The Smethport Post Office confirmed they will be bringing the Mail Truck!!!!
In addition we have added a cement truck, log truck, additional fire trucks, tractors, a wrecker and a rollback, in addition to C L Mckeirnan Inc will be bringing Chucks Hudson race car!
Also don’t forget we will have Mr. D’s Donuts, Dogs & Drinks and Stepping Stone Nutrition on site. So come on down and check us out and see what the Hamlin Memorial Library has to offer!!!!
Elk County Democratic Committee Annual Summer Picnic July 27th
The Elk County Democratic Committee is excited to welcome all three of its state row office candidates to Elk County this Saturday July 27th as they host their annual summer picnic. The picnic, which will be held at Bendigo Park – Pavilion #3, in Wilcox, PA starts at 12:00pm. All area Democrats are encouraged to attend.
Eugene DePasquale, Democrat candidate for State Attorney General, Malcolm Kenyatta, Democrat candidate for State Auditor General, and Erin McClelland, Democrat candidate for State Treasurer, will be joined by Zach Womer, candidate for US Congress, and William McGill, candidate for State Senate to meet the voters.
The candidates will also be talking about our tremendous candidates for US Senate – Bob Casey and for President – Kamala Harris.
The committee will provide main dishes, place settings and bottled water. They are asking those attending to bring a dish to pass. A donation of $10 is appreciated to help cover the committee’s costs. The Elk County picnic is one of seven events across the PA Wilds region next weekend with statewide candidates planning to attend all events.
The committee will also be meeting this Wednesday July 24th starting at 7:00pm at its Victory 2024 Headquarters at 210 Brusselles St. in downtown Saint Marys to finalize plans for the picnic and discuss other committee business.
For more information about the picnic or the Committee, please call or text (814) 636-1030 or e-mail elkcountydemocrats@gmail.com.
Poverty Awareness Event to be held July 30th in Kane
Could you survive a month in poverty? Join the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies and the Community Education Center on July 30th to find out what it takes to live on a limited budget.
The Poverty Simulation provides participants the opportunity to assume the role of a low-income family member living on a limited budget, going through their days; the experience is broken up into four 15-minute sessions, each representing a week for the family to maintain their home and complete their regular functions. The simulation focuses on the competing priorities, obstacles, and unexpected challenges that characterize living in poverty.
Nonprofit staff, volunteers and board members are encouraged to participate; educators, elected officials, and employers are also among the targeted audiences. Having a more nuanced and empathetic understanding of these dynamics is important to strengthen families and communities. The simulation is a national program that is designed to sensitize those who frequently deal with low-income families, as well as to create a broader awareness of the realities of poverty among policymakers, community leaders, and others.
The event will be held from 9:00am to 1:30pm on Tuesday, July 30th at the Chestnut Street Center in Kane, PA. Registration is required by July 22nd. Please call the Foundation to register or for more information, 814-834-2125. Or visit www.elkcountyfoundation.org.
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Shirley J. Stuck, 89, of Looker Mountain Trail, Rixford, PA
ELDRED – Shirley J. Stuck, 89, of Looker Mountain Trail, Rixford, PA passed peacefully from this life into the loving arms of our Lord, surrounded by her loving family, Friday (July 19, 2024).
Born March 31, 1935, in Allegany, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late Adelaide Reitz. She had resided in Rixford for over 60 years and was a well-known member of the community.
Mrs. Stuck began her career at Corning Glass in Bradford and then became a stay-at-home mom for many years before returning to work in the Otto-Eldred cafeterias. She was later employed as a cook at Glendorn for the Dorn family in Bradford. She then spent the rest of her career as part owner and operator of Stuck’s Garage and Stuck’s Buses in Rixford before retirement.
Shirley enjoyed crafting, diamond art, cross stitching, crocheting and knitting. She was very proud of her grandchildren and could be seen at every sporting, musical and dancing event proudly cheering on her loved ones. She loved and is survived by her dog, Abby.
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Wiers Farm, Inc Issues a Voluntary Recall on Whole and Salad Cucumbers Due to Possible Contamination with Listeria
Willard, OH (July 12, 2024) – Out of an abundance of caution, Wiers Farm Inc. of Willard, OH, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of whole cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and June 6, 2024 due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This product was not grown or harvested by Wiers Farm. It was sourced from out of state, then handled and distributed by Wiers Farm. Wiers Farm Inc. is coordinating closely with regulatory officials in connection with the recall.
Scholarships from Straub Brewery Awarded to Local Students
The Elk County Community Foundation recently recognized the 2024 scholarship winners from the Straub Brewery Scholarship Fund. Straub Brewery has been a consistent donor to the foundation and has supported local students with such scholarships for nineteen years. These scholarships recognize high school seniors who have displayed outstanding qualities in academic achievement, leadership, and community service.
Winners of this scholarship include James Pistner and Sydney Smith, recent graduates from SMAHS, as well as Sydney Alexander and Sarah Hasselman, graduates from ECCHS. Alexander plans to attend The Pennsylvania State University – University Park, Smith will be attending West Virginia University, and Pistner and Hasselman will be attending Slippery Rock University. Each of the students was awarded $1,000.
This year, over $269,000 was distributed to deserving students thanks to all the donors who have established scholarships funds at ECCF. The Elk County Community Foundation Board extends their gratitude to Straub Brewery for contributing to the future of our community through their educational support. Anyone interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the Foundation at 814-834-2125 or find more information on their website, www.elkcountyfoundation.org.
Sharon R. ALBNEY, 66, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Port Allegany, PA
Sharon R. ALBNEY, 66, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Port Allegany, died Friday, July 19, 2024 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport. Born March 31, 1958, in Coudersport, she was the daughter of Frank V. and Dorothy M. Wright Albney.
Sharon worked on the family farm growing up. A graduate of Port Allegany High School, she was employed by W.R. Case & Sons Company in Bradford in her younger years. Sharon was devoted to her family and loved her grandchildren. She enjoyed yard sales and collecting.
MoreJuly 30th Bloodmobile Drive at the S.W. Smith Memorial Public Library:
On Tuesday, July 30th The Community Blood Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania and Western NY will host a Bloodmobile Drive at the S.W. Smith Memorial Public Library at 201 E Maple Street in Port Allegany.
Each week in July, a lucky donor will win a 4-Pack of tickets to their choice of one of four theme parks: Cedar Point, Darien Lake, Waldameer, or Kennywood!
Schedule online: https://www.ourdonorssavelives.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/12739
Schedule by phone: 1-877-842-0631
Fiammata Pizza Food Truck will also be onsite serving the public! You do not need to give blood to order from Fiammata Pizza.
UPMC Support Staff Member Honored With BEE Award
Coudersport, Pa., July 22, 2024 – Bernadette Main, medical technician, Cole Manor, part of UPMC Senior Communities in North Central Pa., was recently recognized with the BEE Award for outstanding support of the nursing team.
The BEE Award, meaning Be Extraordinary Every Day, recognizes the care team that supports nursing staff and works closely with them to provide patients with the compassion and care they need.
Bernadette was nominated by two residents, one who shared:
“I would like to nominate Bernadette for the care she gave me when I had a bug bite on my back. I had Bernadette look at it and she identified it needed care immediately before it got infected. Every morning, she changed the dressings and after several days, it looked better and had not spread. She gave her time, care, and the attention that I needed. Bernadette is a very caring and patient person.”
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Vernon M. Nichols, 86, formerly of Katherine St., Port Allegany, PA
Vernon M. Nichols
Vernon M. Nichols, 86, formerly of Katherine St., Port Allegany, PA passed away Saturday (July 20, 2024) in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born on March 12, 1938, he was a son of Marcus R. and Margaret E. Baker Nichols.
He was employed with the former Pittsburgh Corning Co., Port Allegany, before his retirement.
Vernon was a lifetime resident of the area and attended the Chestnut Street Baptist Church, Port Allegany.
MoreJoseph E. “Joe” Zawatski, 70, of 130 First Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA
Joseph E. “Joe” Zawatski, 70, of 130 First Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA passed away Sunday evening, July 21, 2024, at Penn Highlands-Elk, St. Marys, following a brief illness. He was born in Ridgway, a son to the late Edmund and Anna Soyut Zawatski.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Joe was a 1973 graduate of Johnsonburg Area High School. After high school Joe served in the US Air Force as an Airman 1st Class Law Enforcement Specialist with the 48th SPS from July of 1973 to July of 1977.
Joe had retired after 30 years of service as a flooring installer for Constable’s Stores of Johnsonburg in 2017. Joe was a member of Holy Rosary Church, he was an avid reader, especially military history and was a fan of everything Star Trek.
More2024 McKean County Fair Queen Candidates visited the local Rotary Club
The 2024 McKean County Fair Queen Candidates visited the local Rotary Club during their weekly meeting. They also visited the Port Allegany Senior Center prior to having lunch with the Rotarians.
Miss Bradford is Mallory Craig; Miss Kane is Allenah McGuire; Miss Otto-Eldred is Anessa Steel; Miss Smethport is Tekla Loncki and representing Port Allegany is Gracee Donovan. The girls were accompanied by the reigning queen, Jaidyn Goodman. The 118th McKean County Fair will be held August 10th through August 18th at the fairgrounds located on Route 46 South in Smethport.
MoreWhat’s New in the City of Bradford, PA
We have a few things coming up in the next 10 days.
First, Highpoint Federal Credit Union will have a groundbreaking for the new building going in at the mall, next to Aldi’s. That is Wednesday 7/24 at 10am
KFC will have a ribbon cutting on open day: 7/30 at 10:30am
And the YWCA will have a ribbon cutting for the new building on Congress Street, August 1 at 1:30pm.
Lots of exciting growth in Bradford!!