Galeton Pharmacy Is PERMANANTLY CLOSED. Giftware Sales Are STILL Going On.
50% off Giftware, Toys, Purses, and Cards.
75% off Christmas Items.
Hours:
Monday 11 to 6
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 11 to 6
Thursday 11 to 6
Friday 11 to 6
Saturday 10 to 4
Sunday closed
***Thank you to the owners & staff for being so kind and helpful
to our community for so many years. ***
Solomon’s Words
Pauline Bowen Dively, 93 Of Wellsboro, PA
Pauline Bowen Dively, age 93 of Wellsboro, PA, died on February 27, 2026. She was born on September 8, 1932, in Middlebury Center, PA, the daughter of the late Guy and Helen (Briggs) Stevens. She was married for43 years to Verne W. Bowen, who preceded her in death on August 29, 1995. She was then married for 25years to Shirley F. Dively, who preceded her in death on December 28, 2023.
She graduated from Wellsboro High School, class of 1950, and was a member of Wellsboro United Methodist Church.
Pauline and her husband, Verne Bowen, owned and operated Kilkaro Holstein Farm, a family farm, until 1992.
She was a former Red Cross volunteer at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed needlework and square dancing and was a member of the Canyon Squares for many years. Traveling adventures included all fifty states and fifteen other countries.
Penn College Athletics at a Glance
Last week in review: For the first time since becoming NCAA postseason eligible in 2017-18, three Wildcat wrestlers qualified in a single season for the Division III National Championships as a result of their top three Region 2 finishes.
Meanwhile, for the second time in four years, the season ended for the women’s basketball team in the semifinal round of the United East Conference playoffs, bringing to a close the winningest (20-7) campaign in program history that dates to 1997-98.
WRESTLING
Last week’s hometown highlights: Carter Davis, of York, went 3-1 during his matches on Friday and Saturday to finish second in the region, while placing third were Kaden Ware, of Brooklyn, Connecticut, who went 5-1, and Nick Woodruff, of Wyalusing, who went 4-1.
AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR TO READ AT PITT-BRADFORD
BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will host acclaimed author and essayist Tim Bascom as part of its visiting writer series on Tuesday. The free event will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in the Studio Theater in Blaisdell Hall on the Pitt-Bradford campus.
Bascom is the author of a new short story collection, “Continental Drift,” as well as a novel, two collections of essays and two prize-winning memoirs chronicling his childhood years in East Africa.
David C. SMOKER, 69, of Gold, PA
David C. SMOKER, 69, of Gold, PA, died Friday, February 27, 2026 in UPMC Williamsport. Friends may call Friday, March 6, 2026 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at Gold Church, 2402 S.R. 49W, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM.
Rev. Cameron Cowburn will officiate. Burial will be in Raymond Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Penn-York Camp & Retreat Center, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948 or Gold Church, 2402 S.R. 49W, Ulysses, PA 16948.
A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Lester P. COOK, 71, Turtlepoint, PA
Lester P. COOK, 71, Turtlepoint, PA, died Thursday, February 26, 2026. Born November 20, 1954, in Kane, he was the son of Lester J. and Rosalie Maries Cook.
A 1972 graduate of Smethport Area High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Air Force from 1973 – 1977. He was employed as a machinist by Trico Industries in Bradford and by the U.S. Postal Service, retiring in 2017. Lester was a member of American Legion Post #887 in Eldred. He loved his feline buddy, Bruno.
Surviving are: his wife, Esther French Cook; two children, Lisa (Simon Hayden) Cook of Rixford and Jon (Sarah) Cook of Eldred; a grandson, Joshua Schultz; three brothers, Fred (Penny) Cook of Gifford, David (Terry) Cook of Chesapeake, VA, and James (Sally Nosal) Cook of Port Allegany; his mother-in-law, Kathleen Glase of Adrian, MI; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Ron (Melody) French of Port Allegany, Carol (Rick) Waltz of Adrian, MI, Robert (Shelly) French of Hudson, MI, Colleen (Doug Clayson) French of Jamestown, NY, William Glase of Adrian, MI, Mary Mota of KY; nieces and nephews.
ROACH-BAUER FORESTRY FORUM TO MEET THURSDAY, APRIL 9, AT WILCOX COMMUNITY CENTER IN WILCOX, PA
Bats and Regulations in Forest Management, and Overview of PNHP
Kane, Pa. – The April 9, 2026 Roach-Bauer Forestry Forum is pleased to announce they will host two speakers from the US Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) and Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC). Richard Novak from the USFWS will speak about bats and current regulations in forest management in Pennsylvania. Mike Kuzemchak from the WPC will provide an overview of the Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program (PNHP). In addition, Jonathan Geyer will provide additional market updates and industry comments from the PA Hardwoods Development Council.
Richard Novak is a Fish and Wildlife Biologist within the Pennsylvania Ecological Services Field Office of the USFWS station in State College. Richard works in the Endangered Species section of the Ecological Services program. He conducts Endangered Species Act (ESA) consultations, has key roles in species status assessments, works closely with agency partners in conservation, and shares conservation with the public through outreach.
Richard holds a B.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Science and M.S. in Ecology from The Pennsylvania State University, where his studies focused on aquatic animals such as fish and freshwater turtles. During his time at Penn State, he worked for three years in a forestry research lab on dendrochronology studies, forest inventories, and invasive species management projects. Richard has been working at the State College station since 2019.
Richard is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys all outdoor pursuits including hunting, trapping, archery, fishing, and other activities. The appreciation for living things and our natural resources that he has developed through these lifelong passions led him to a career in natural resource science. While his background in in aquatic conservation, his role at the USFWS has given him the opportunity to learn about bats and work to conserve them in his job. He finds great satisfaction in helping partners in the public and agencies navigate the complexity of ESA regulations so that conservation is delivered for all.
Mike Kuzemchak, Associate Vice President of Government and Community Relations for the WPC has oversight of the Conservancy’s public policy work, conservation science and natural heritage programs, and provides direction for sustainability initiatives across WPC offices. Mike previously worked as the director of operations at WPC’s Fallingwater, director of operation of land conservation, and in other land protection roles with WPC before accepting his current role. Much of his land conservation work centered in the Laurel Highlands of southwest Pennsylvania.
Mike holds a M.S. in Environmental Planning and a B.S. in secondary English Education, both from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
This Forum on bats, habitat, and the Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program will be of interest to land managers, biologists, and conservationists.
Society of American Foresters’ Continuing Forestry Education credits will be applied for this presentation.
The Forum will be held at the Wilcox Community Building (also called the Jones Township Community Center) at 320 Faries St, downtown Wilcox, Pa. 15870. Preceding the talk will be a no-host social hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and dinner at 5:30 p.m. The program will start immediately after dinner. Reservations are required! No reservations will be accepted after Thursday, April 2. For reservations, contact the Allegheny Hardwood Utilization Group, PO Box 133, Kane, Pa., 16735, at 814-837-8550, or e-mail ashields@ahug.com.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Innovation Center Success
Partnering with organizations has been the cornerstone of Cameron County Chamber of Commerce. When the chamber purchased the former Cabin Kitchen restaurant the plan was to bring one stop shopping for residents and businesses. Over the past few months two
Cameron County High School graduates took advantage of the opportunities at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Innovation Center.
Jesop Farabaugh and Ryan Reid recently completed a CDL Class A course through Northern Pennsylvania Regional College. The training is paid for by a program administered by Pennsylvania CareerLink. The two organizations have offices inside the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Innovation Center.
Farabaugh and Reid say they were referred to the program by their employer DCNR and took the course while laid off. They are seasonal employees in the Elk State Forestry department. The pair agree that the four-week training program will enable them to pursue numerous job opportunities. Cameron County Chamber of Commerce executive director Tina Solak says she witnesses the cooperation between staff of the two organizations which ensures communication and success to those enrolled in programs. “The goal of the chamber was to provide convenient services in Emporium and it is working,” says Solak
Help Local Animals During Raise The Region March 11-12
Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries is proud to participate in this year’s Raise the Region, the area’s largest online giving event. From 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, March 12, make a donation to Second Chance at www.raisetheregion.org/organization/Second-Chance-Animal-Sanctuaries to help local animals in need.
According to the website, “Raise the Region® is a powerful 30-hour online giving campaign that unites community members in supporting local nonprofits. This initiative is designed to highlight and empower the vital work of these organizations, enabling them to address the growing needs of North Central Pennsylvania and create more vibrant communities.”
Leadership Elk Cameron Program Explores Local Government Day
Front row L to R: Danielle Mason, Sierra Himes, Jenn Ingram, Chelsea Nero, Frankie Schatz, Emily Costanzo
Back row L to R: Nate Steis, Chris Adamson, Patty Becquet, Shannon Neureiter, Dylan Mancuso, Fred Redden
The Community Education Center’s Leadership Elk and Cameron program’s (LEC) monthly session focused on local government in February. The day started at the Elk County Annex Building in Ridgway with a presentation by Attorney Rick Brown discussing how local government affects our daily lives. Ridgway Borough Manager Mike Handley, Mayor Imhof, and Recording Secretary Cari Amacher conducted a mock Borough Council Meeting with the LEC participants. Lunch was generously sponsored by Meyer, Wagner, Brown and Kraus Attorneys. The participants then toured the Elk County Jail with Commissioner Gebauer and Warden Scott Atwell. Judge McMahon and District Court Administrator LeeAnn Covac met with the group in the Courtroom and discussed jury duty and the court system.
Causer Issues Statement on Bradford Hospital Status
BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) made the following statement regarding LECOM Health’s planned acquisition of the Bradford hospital building and The Pavilion nursing facility:
“This is fantastic news for Bradford and our entire region. I’m glad to see this positive outcome from our negotiations, and I’m confident it will lead to enhanced access to health care services here. This critical first step enables our community to work with a Pennsylvania health care system as a partner to strengthen services in the region.
“I want to stress that we still have hurdles ahead. Our focus now is finding a solution to keep the emergency department open. It’s imperative for our community to continue having quick access to lifesaving emergency care.
“I want to welcome LECOM Health to our community. I look forward to continuing to work collaboratively with LECOM officials, community leaders, our dedicated health care professionals and fellow elected officials to strengthen access to the health care services our citizens need and deserve.”
CELTIC HARPIST TO PERFORM FREE CONCERT ON ST. PATRICK’S DAY AT PITT-BRADFORD
BRADFORD, Pa. — This St. Patrick’s Day, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will treat the community to a free Celtic harp performance by local musician and artist Ellen Paquette from noon to 1 p.m. March 17 in the Harriett B. Wick Chapel.
A reception featuring shamrock cookies will follow.
A native of Warren, Paquette is known for her expressive playing and gift for musical storytelling. She will draw audiences into the landscapes, legends and spirit of Celtic cultures through a program blending traditional and contemporary Celtic music. Her performance is open to the public and designed to offer a peaceful, immersive experience for music lovers of all ages.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ellen to Pitt-Bradford Arts,” said Courtney Mealy, director of arts programming. “She brings something truly special to our stage. Her ability to transport listeners through music makes this the perfect St. Patrick’s Day event for our campus and the broader community.”
The Harriett B. Wick Chapel is located on the Pitt-Bradford campus at 300 Campus Drive. Admission is free and no tickets are required.
For more information, visit upb.pitt.edu/theArts.
Cherish The Ladies to Perform Irish Music & Dance On March 11 In Wellsboro
On Wednesday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m., the Wellsboro Community Concert Association is presenting a special bonus concert that is open to the public in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. This show is not part of the association’s regular six-concert series.
Performing their signature Irish music and dance on March 11 will be the supergroup, Cherish The Ladies, formed in 1985 in New York City. They are currently on tour with performances scheduled throughout the United States, particularly in the Northeast in February and March.
Members of Cherish The Ladies are: All-Ireland flute and tin whistle champion Joanie Madden, Mary Coogan (guitar), Mirella Murray (accordion), Kathleen Boyle (piano), Nollaig Casey (fiddle), and Kate Purcell (lead vocals, guitar).
Traveling with them are the finest Irish dancers. Together they create a spectacular blend of virtuoso instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and energetic step-dancing.
Cherish The Ladies has toured the world, played the White House and at the Olympics, and recorded 17 outstanding albums and a live DVD, “An Irish Homecoming,” which recently won an Emmy.
The group has collaborated with such musicians as The Boston Pops, The Clancy Brothers, the Chieftains, Vince Gill, Nanci Griffith, Pete Seeger, Don Henley, Arlo Guthrie and Maura O’Connell.
The last two concerts of WCCA’s 2025-2026 season are: the John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band on Saturday April 11 and Greg Piccolo and Heavy Juice on Saturday, April 25, both at 7:30 p.m. in the Coolidge Theatre.
For more information about any of these concerts and for tickets, visit wellsborocca.org, email wellsborocca@gmail.com or call 570-404-0411.
Help Us Make History During NEPA Gives — Nonprofits Invited To Register Now
Sayre, PA — On June 4–5, 2026, nonprofits across Northeastern Pennsylvania have the opportunity to be part of something historic during NEPA Gives, a powerful 24-hour regional giving event that unites individuals, businesses, and charitable organizations in a shared mission to uplift our communities.
Locally led by the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers in partnership with SACF and fellow community foundations throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania, NEPA Gives is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a movement fueled by generosity, collaboration, and community pride.