On June 4th Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Cherry Springs Rd. for a person fallen

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) placed a radar-controlled speed display board this week on Route 6 in Hamilton Township, McKean County. It is intended to remind drivers to obey the posted speed limit and reduce speeding, a common type of aggressive driving behavior.

The board faces eastbound traffic between Lincoln Avenue and Hillside Avenue on a section of Route 6 with a speed limit of 35 miles per hour. The board utilizes radar to determine the speeds of oncoming traffic and posts them to the lighted section of the sign.

The board will remain in this location for four to six weeks.

Speeding and other aggressive driving behaviors are among the leading causes of Pennsylvania crashes and fatalities. Other aggressive driving behaviors include running stop signs or red lights, passing illegally, and tailgating.

PennDOT listed aggressive driving behaviors as a factor in 46 percent of crashes in McKean County in 2025.

Learn more about aggressive driving at PennDOT’s highway safety website, www.PennDOT.pa.gov/safety.

The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Market will also be held on Saturday, if vendors are available, from 11 am to 3 pm. The next market weekend will be this Friday, June 5th and Saturday, June 6th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

* NEW SCHEDULE FOR 2026. The outdoor market is held EACH FRIDAY. Market will also be held on SATURDAY IF VENDORS ARE AVAILABLE. Market will be held from May through December (weather permitting).

 * 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 netrabaker2@gmail.com]

FRIDAY VENDORS – June 5th – 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm

CARING CRAFTS will be at the market on Friday! Will have a variety of Homemade Travel Pillows and Plastic Canvas Ornaments/Magnets to choose from!! Cash payments excepted! If you miss us and would like to place an order like us on Facebook or contact me (Jessica Cornelius) 814 203 2482! Hope to see everyone Friday! 

VALLEY HONEY will be at the market Friday only. We will have various sizes of liquid honey, whipped honey, honey gift bags, honey sticks and beeswax for sale. We accept cash payments. Hope to see you at the market.

WOLFPACK QUEEN ODDITIES will be there bringing popsockets, magnets, beaded bookmarks, beaded keychains, rearview mirror accessories, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pins, hair clips. I accept Cash App and cash as payment options.

SATURDAY VENDORS – June 6th – 11 am to 3 pm

No Saturday vendors this week.

HARRISBURG – Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester) joined House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) at a press conference today to push for advancement of the Pennsylvania Electricity Ratepayer Protection Act. The legislation will reverse the conditions for rising electricity costs, prevent data center infrastructure costs from reaching ratepayers and increase electricity generation across Pennsylvania.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) just announced another round of substantial electricity price increases across the Commonwealth effective June 1. Increased power prices are now a recurring theme for one reason: the available electricity supply cannot keep up with the demand on the existing electricity supply. That demand comes mainly from data centers across the PJM system (not only in the Commonwealth). Because there is no existing policy requiring data centers to build their own power supply, those data companies and developers are competing with Pennsylvania ratepayers for the limited supply.

Williamsport, Pa., June 3, 2026 – UPMC Williamsport and UPMC Wellsboro are recipients of the Pennsylvania Perinatal Quality Collaborative’s (PA PQC) Designations Awards. Both UPMC Magee-Womens facilities at these hospitals earned gold designations to recognize their work in Maternal Sepsis.

A gold designation signifies a hospital’s commitment to data-driven, population-specific health goals and patient voice in quality improvement work. The hospitals have established multidisciplinary teams dedicated to continuous improvement in maternal and newborn care through the sharing of best practices and data within the hospital and community, addressing issues known to affect maternal mortality.

“This recognition reflects the dedication of our teams at UPMC Williamsport and UPMC Wellsboro to provide safe, high-quality care for mothers and babies across our region,” said Brenda Terry-Manchester, director, UPMC Magee-Womens in North Central Pa. “Their efforts have helped strengthen care through collaboration, evidence-based practices, and a continued focus on the needs and voices of our patients.”

In Pennsylvania, perinatal health issues persist, including racial and ethnic disparities in maternal and neonatal outcomes, higher-than-average maternal sepsis rates, and drug overdose deaths during pregnancy and the postpartum timeframe. The PA PQC addresses these challenges through initiatives such as Maternal Opioid Use Disorder, Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, Maternal Sepsis, and Safe Sleep, with the goal of improving maternal and neonatal health outcomes across the state.

“We are proud to recognize the hospitals across Pennsylvania that are leading the way in improving maternal and newborn outcomes in childbirth,” said Karen Wolk Feinstein, PhD, president and CEO, Jewish Healthcare Foundation (JHF). “Their commitment to quality improvement and patient-centered care is helping to address some of the most pressing challenges in maternal health. These designations reflect meaningful progress toward safer care for all families in the Commonwealth.”

Hospitals earning silver or gold designation have also undertaken additional projects focused on health equity and/or patient voice within maternal and neonatal care.

Designation awards and levels are based on meeting quality improvement milestone criteria over a 12-month period, starting from April 2025 to March 2026.

The PA PQC is administered by the JHF and WHAMglobal, and it is affiliated with the Northeastern Pa. PQC (NEPaPQC). The awards were announced and presented during a ceremony at the annual Pa. PQC conference held at the Blair County Convention Center, Altoona, Pa.

To learn more about UPMC Magee-Womens services in northcentral Pennsylvania, visit UPMC.com/WomensHealthNCPA.

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing Project, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing“, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained. Payment must be made before receipt of bid documents.

This flooring project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available with the bid package. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith. The Authority will contact Bidders with a date for a site walk through and to take any questions pertaining to the project.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive anyinformalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority.  The “invitation to bid” form is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Executive Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 4, or pcha1@zitomedia.net with any questions.

On June 3rd Port Allegany Fire Department was dispatched to 44 Fuller Lane for a structure fire. Roulette Fire Departments is dispatched to station 3 for standby and Coudersport Fire Department is dispatched for RIT. UPDATE allnunits recalled it is a controlled burn

Buffalo, NY — June 3, 2026 — On May 30, 2026, Kaleida Health officially launched its new, system‑wide patient record platform using Epic software, a major modernization initiative designed to improve care coordination, streamline clinical workflows and enhance the patient experience across all Kaleida Health facilities.

The new platform replaces multiple legacy electronic health systems with a single, unified, integrated electronic health record (EHR), giving clinicians real‑time access to patient information and enabling smoother transitions of care. The upgrade is one of the most significant digital investments in Kaleida Health’s recent history and one of the most transformational enhancements to healthcare in Western New York.

Epic is widely considered the gold standard for hospitals across the country, with more than 40% of U.S. hospitals currently utilizing this platform.[i] Epic is known for its advanced capabilities and unmatched operability, helping to support seamless coordination of care across healthcare systems. Additionally, many physicians, nurses and clinicians train using Epic in academic and clinical settings, providing Kaleida Health with a recruitment advantage by offering new graduates with familiarity and confidence with the Epic system.

Along with Kaleida Health, several other key healthcare organizations will transition to Epic software as well to further advance streamlined, coordinated care across the region. Other organizations include General Physician, Olean General Hospital, Olean Medical Group, outpatient departments in Bradford inside the former Bradford Regional Medical Center building, Brooks-TLC Hospital System, Inc., Lake Erie Medical Services, and Cuba Memorial Hospital. ECMC and UBMD Physicians’ Group will be going live with the new system later this year.

Patients of these organizations are encouraged to download the all new patient portal, MyChart. MyChart offers an easy way for patients to see test results, schedule appointments, pay bills, order prescription refills, check in for appointments, message their care teams, and manage care for their families. To create an account, visit the MyChart – Login Page.

“This new system represents a transformational step forward for our organization and the communities we serve,” said Courtney Starnes, chief information officer for Kaleida Health. “By bringing all patient information into one secure, connected platform, we’re empowering our care teams with the tools they need to deliver safer, faster and more coordinated care.”

Key benefits of the new patient record system include:

·         Unified patient information accessible across all Kaleida Health locations

·         Improved communication between care teams and departments

·         Enhanced patient safety through standardized documentation and reduced duplication

·         Streamlined workflows that allow clinicians to spend more time with patients

·         Modern digital tools that support long‑term innovation and system growth

·         Improved patient experience allowing patients to have firsthand control over their healthcare journey

Kaleida Health is comprised of more than 13,000 employees, providers and staff across the organization who all helped to make this transition possible. The move to a single Epic instance represented a complex, multi-year effort requiring extensive planning, training, testing, and collaboration across every facet of the organization.

“The successful launch of our new electronic health record is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of the dedication, expertise, resilience and teamwork across our healthcare system,” said Don Boyd, president and CEO of Kaleida Health. “This was a massive undertaking that touched nearly every area of operations, and the level of coordination from clinical, operational, technical and support teams was truly remarkable. Thank you to every employee and provider who contributed throughout this journey and helped make this milestone a reality.”

Kaleida Health will continue rolling out training and support resources to ensure a smooth transition for staff and patients.

“We want to thank Governor Kathy Hochul and her administration for their commitment to healthcare and reinforcing our vision of unifying Western New York onto one medical system,” added Boyd. “We’re very thankful for the Governor’s support as we continue to innovate and improve healthcare across our region.”

About Kaleida Health
Kaleida Health is the largest healthcare provider in Western New York, serving the area’s eight counties with state-of-the-art technology and comprehensive healthcare services. Its expert, compassionate healthcare professionals are committed to providing the best possible outcomes and experience for patients and visitors.

More than one million sick or injured patients choose a Kaleida Health facility annually, including Bradford Regional Medical Center, Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute, DeGraff Medical Park, Golisano Children’s Hospital of Buffalo, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, and Olean General Hospital.

Accredited by DNV Healthcare, Kaleida Health also provides important services through two long-term care facilities, nearly 80 outpatient clinics, including school-based health centers, and home health care through the Visiting Nursing Association of WNY, Inc. In addition, Kaleida Health’s hospitals support residency training programs of the University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, training more than 700 residents each year.

[1] Most Common Hospital EHR Systems by Market Share

April showers brought May showers this year. It was a cool, rainy month with many cloudy, breezy days. We had three or four mornings with frost and freeze warnings. On the 12th, we had a strong thunderstorm with heavy wind.

Rainfall this year was 4.80″. Last year the total was 6.12″. Pine Creek looks very nice.  The rafters and canoers had a good month to enjoy Pine Creek, as did fishermen.

Of course, the plentiful rainfall made the grass grow. The lawn tractors hit the lawns in force. The acres of lawns now look like well-maintained golf courses. That all takes time. I wonder what other things are neglected.

Henry W. Lush   NWS Observer,   Along with Alyson Lush

Harrisburg – The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg.  

Livestream of the Public MeetingThe PUC will be streaming video of its regularly scheduled public meetings live on its website.

Public Meeting AgendaHere is the link for the Public Meeting Agenda for June 4, 2026.

Archived Audio and VideoA link to the archived audio will be accessible at the Public Meeting Video page and will be posted shortly after the conclusion of the public meeting.

For more information about the PUC visit our website at puc.pa.gov.

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Richard J. Luke, 59, of Bradford, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

He was born on July 11, 1966 in Bradford; a son of the late Robert and Judy Walker Luke.

He was a 1984 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.

He was a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran; who served from 1984 until his honorable discharge in 1992.

He was currently employed as a cook at Togi’s Restaurant.

He was a member of the Lt. John C. Roche Post 212 VFW, American Legion Post 108, the Italian American Progressive Club and the Marche Club.  Richard was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing and he was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.  In his final act of heroism; Rick donated his organs to help save others in need.

He is survived by one son, Richard Luke of Ramona, CA; three brothers, Robert Luke, Shawn Luke and David (Kay) Newman all of Bradford; three sisters, Debra Luke, Amy Luke and Tracy (Jason) Blake all of Bradford; his stepmother, Sally Luke of Lewis Run; one grandchild on the way and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Friday, June 5, 2026 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.

Donations in his memory can be made to the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. to help the family with funeral expenses.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

Stakeholders may submit comments through July 27 on proposed updates to utility consumer protection regulations

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) announced the opening of the public comment period for a proposed rulemaking that would formally incorporate key consumer protection provisions into the Commission’s regulations governing residential utility service.

The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR), approved by the Commission in February 2026, has now been published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin, beginning the formal public comment process.

The proposed rulemaking would amend portions of 52 Pa. Code Chapter 56 to incorporate consumer protection provisions that have guided residential utility service standards for years, providing a clear and consistent regulatory framework for consumers and utilities.

“The publication of this proposed rulemaking marks an important step in the regulatory review process,” said PUC Chairman Steve DeFrank. “The Commission now looks forward to receiving and reviewing comments submitted by interested parties as we continue evaluating these proposed regulations.”

Submitting Comments

Under the schedule established in the NOPR:…

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Muncy, Pa., June 2, 2026 – UPMC and STAT MedEvac marked the start of critical care helicopter operations at UPMC Muncy with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, expanding emergency response capabilities for Lycoming County and the broader northcentral Pennsylvania region. The base improves access to advanced care for patients in rural communities where distance and terrain can delay treatment.

Leaders from UPMC and STAT MedEvac gathered at UPMC Muncy to commemorate the opening and recognize the collaboration that made the new service possible.

We live in a society greatly affected and controlled by fear. There was a time when we weren’t afraid to leave our doors unlocked. Strangers could knock on our door, and we’d be more likely to greet them with a hearty hello rather than the suspicious eye we cast today. Has society changed that much over the years? Are we getting worse, or are we just more aware of the evil in the world? News reporting is big business, and I, like many, have my favorite news broadcasters. But in our desire to have all the news, are we being fed more and more sensationalism? Now I’m not here to debate these issues, but I am concerned about the amount of fear in people’s lives that affects their everyday lives. Fear cripples and controls. Those who are gripped by fear know what that means. Fear controls their every movement, their thoughts, actions, and relationships. Fear is closely related to anxiety, for fear produces anxiety. I admit that there are some things that need to be feared, but that’s not true of all things. 

I once heard that fear is False Evidence Appearing Real. Did you catch that? False evidence, not real, but false. When we start responding and reacting to false evidence, our emotions will be the same as if it were real evidence. Fear is often related to projection. That is, we project outcomes onto scenarios and develop emotional responses based on those projections. For example, when the boss sets up a meeting with us, we project what the meeting will be about, and, assuming the worst, we react with fear and anxiety. Is there a solution or relief for our fear?

Depending on which concordance you use, there are about 365 references to fear in the Bible. One of my favorites appears in Joshua, where Joshua is encouraged to “Fear not, for the Lord your God is with you.” You see, part of the problem with fear is that it speaks to our level of trust. If God is who He says He is, then isn’t it reasonable to believe He can accomplish all that He said He would? Perhaps the problem isn’t fear but rather who or what I’ve placed my trust in. Think about it.

MAY 29, 2026 – Champion Foods LLC of New Boston, Michigan, is voluntarily recalling certain batches of Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread (“5 Cheese Bread”) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This action follows a California Dairies, Inc. milk powder recall due to a concern of potential Salmonella contamination.

Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis, and arthritis.

The recalled milk powder was supplied to a third-party manufacturer that provides a seasoning blend used in our 5 cheese sauce blend. To date, neither Champion Foods LLC nor our suppliers have received any reports of illness or injury related to these products. Routine testing conducted by the seasonings blend manufacturer prior to use in the production of the 5 Cheese Bread showed that the seasonings batches tested negative for Salmonella; however, we are taking action out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our customers.

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Matching grant program funds up to $2500 for businesses, organizations and events for tourism marketing

Bradford, (PA) – Trail Central | The Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureauis pleased to announce the summer and fall Marketing and Event Marketing Program. This program will fund eligible projects and events through December 31. Since its inception in Summer 2024, the Marketing and Event Grant Program has supported 25 events and marketing initiatives in McKean County totaling $60,000.

The Bureau’s semi-annual grant program aims to fund qualified McKean County organizations and businesses to strengthen our tourism products, increase the marketing, promotion and advertising of tourism related business and enhance the quality of events. 

In conjunction with Coudersport’s America250 celebrations, the Coudersport Public Library will host “Stitched Stories: A Quilt Show” on Saturday, June 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at First United Presbyterian Church of Coudersport.

All are invited. Quilts for judging by an experienced panel of quilters will be on show, in addition to heirloom and historical quilts. Cash prizes and ribbons will be awarded for First and Second places in all categories, along with Best of Show and People’s Choice prizes. A light lunch will be available by donation. 

All are invited. Admission is $5.00. Deadline for entry form submission is Friday, June 5. Space may be limited; entries will be accepted on a first-come basis.

Detailed entry forms for both Judged and Display pieces are available at the Library, Potter County Artisan Center, various quilt and sewing shops and at public libraries throughout the area.  They may also be obtained by clicking on the link in the Quilt Show article at Coudersportlibrary.org.

Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the Coudersport Public Library’s general operating fund.

On June 2nd Wilcox Fire Department was dispatched to 317 Buena Vista Highway for a commercial structure fire with flames and smoke visible

On June 2nd Middlebury Fire Department and Wellsboro Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 287 for an iPhone reported accident unknown details. Update all units hold in quarters. All units have been recalled