Mary Jane Pierce, 88, Ormond Beach, FL, formerly of Coudersport, PA
Ormond Beach, FL – Mary Jane Piece, 88, of Ormond Beach, FL, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Gardens Health and Rehab Center, Daytona Beach, FL with her loving daughter by her side.
Born on Tuesday, July 27, 1937 in La Jose, PA, she was the daughter of Elmer Clair Hutton and Anna Mae Barbara Bacasa. On May 28, 1956, in Frederick, MD, she married John “Jack” Robert Pierce.
A lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA Mary was a homemaker until starting work at Adelphia Communications, and later providing in-home care for local residents until her retirement. She moved to Florida in 2018 to enjoy the weather and to be with her family. She loved to spend her time baking, doing puzzles, watching westerns on TV and keeping in touch with her loved ones and friends.
Donald A. Colebert, 89, Of Duke Center
Donald A. Colebert, 89, of Duke Center, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at his home.
He was born on November 27, 1936 in Olean, NY; a son of the late Harry and Mary Kerr Colebert.
He was a 1955 graduate of the former Otto High School.
On May 17, 1958 in St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, Eldred, he married Barbara J. Snyder who survives.
He was a United States Air Force veteran who served from 1957 until his honorable discharge in 1961.
He was a member of St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, Otto Township Lion’s Club, Life member of the Otto Township Volunteer Fire Department where he was a former ambulance Captain, Life member of the Moose Club and a member of the American Legion. He loved going camping in the summer at the Onoville Marina and the All Adventures Campground, Friendship, NY with his wife.
He was employed by IBEW Local 5 for 13 years prior to working for Dresser-Rand, Olean, NY until his retirement in 1999.
Volunteers Complete Fencing And Planting On SGL 62
Ridgway, Pa.: As Garrett said, “You don’t have to be a member of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) to help us plant for wildlife; come on out and join us.” Over twenty volunteers for wildlife of all ages and walks of life showed up on Saturday, 4/11, at the SGL (State Game Lands) parking lot on SR 59. The project for the morning was to fence and plant shrubs and trees for wildlife on SGL 62. This excellent piece of landscape for wildlife was recently acquired by the PGC (Pennsylvania Game Commission) from the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and is now being managed for wildlife.
Volunteers planted Gray dogwood, Arrowwood viburnum, Holly winterberry, Wild grape, and Sargent crabapple in rows previously marked by PGC employees, and then constructed fences around the four rows to protect the nutritious nursery plants from deer browsing.
Individual Bird Dog Training Clinic To Be Offered In NC PA On 5/16/26
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Do you have a new bird dog puppy and want to get started on basic training? Or do you have a mostly trained dog and want to fine-tune a few actions? The Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) Upland Bird Hunt Chapter is proud to announce they will offer an individual, one-on-one, bird dog training clinic on Saturday, May 16, at the Rolfe Beagle Club in Johnsonburg, Pa.
Each dog handler who registers will receive two hours of one-on-one time with an experienced bird dog trainer. You must register your dog in advance so the proper training materials will be available at the Rolfe Beagle Club. Register with Bethany Ford at bjmf989@gmail.com.
NPRC Unveils New Third-Floor; Dedicates Space In Honor Of Founders Of Institution
WARREN, Pa. – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) and the Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry partnered on Friday, April 10 to host a ribbon-cutting and open house dedication ceremony for the College’s new third-floor multi-use space. The dedication took place at noon at NPRC’s Administrative Center, located at 300 Second Avenue in Warren.
The third-floor multi-use space is equipped with classrooms for academic and workforce development programming, space dedicated to emergency medical services programming, gathering areas, and collaborative equipment to support in-person learning for students, staff, and even members of the community when reserved through the College’s safety and facilities department.
Rotary President Andrea Streich Welcome Newest Member Rochelle Roush
At the March 16, 2026 meeting of the Coudersport Rotary Club, held at A&W West End Grill, Rotary President Andrea Streich welcomed the club’s newest member, Rochelle Roush.
During the meeting, President Streich presented Roush with a Rotary pin, certificate, and a New Member Packet, officially marking her induction into the club. Members extended a warm welcome and expressed their enthusiasm for her involvement in Rotary’s ongoing service projects and community initiatives.
The Coudersport Rotary Club is pleased to have Rochelle join its ranks and looks forward to her contributions in the months ahead.
Pictured: New Rotarian Rochelle Roush and Coudersport Rotary President Andrea Streich
Control Chief Employees Rally For Charity Putting Event, Support Kids And Cancer
Bradford, PA – April 10, 2026 – Employees at Control Chief Corporation once again stepped away from their desks and workstations for a few hours of friendly competition—and a meaningful cause.
The company recently hosted its annual Masters Week Putting Contest, raising funds this year to benefit Kids and Cancer Benefit Run, which supports children battling cancer and helps ease the burden on their families.
The indoor course, set up at Control Chief’s headquarters, featured a creative layout with multiple putting challenges. Among the obstacles were hazards made from Control Chief’s own industrial remote control transmitters, adding a unique and fitting twist to the course.
Employees participated throughout the day, taking turns on the course, enjoying the break from routine, and spending time together. As in years past, the event created a strong sense of camaraderie, with coworkers gathering to watch, encourage one another, and share in the experience.
Representatives from Kids and Cancer also stopped by during the event. Bill Black, Jim Copeland, and Tom Shay visited with employees, shared more about the organization’s mission, and even took a few turns on the putting course themselves.
Control Chief contributed $600 to support Kids and Cancer, helping fund efforts that assist families with expenses related to treatment, travel, and care during difficult times.
The competition itself came down to a close finish. After the first round of putting, a three-way tie between Human Resources Director Theresa Funk, Darren Luce from Product Service, and Andy Walter sent the contest into a playoff round. In the final round, Walter pulled ahead to clinch the title.
With the win, Walter becomes a back-to-back champion, having also taken first place in last year’s event.
“Our team looks forward to this event every year,” said Brian Landries, Managing Partner and VP of Sales and Marketing at Control Chief. “It’s a great way to have some fun, build camaraderie, and support a cause that makes a real difference.”
Control Chief extends its thanks to all employees who participated and contributed, and looks forward to continuing the tradition in the years ahead.
For more information about Kids and Cancer or how to get involved, visit their website. https://kidsandcancerbenefitrun.com/ For more information about Control Chief Wireless Solutions: http://controlchief.com
Penn College Athletics At A Glance
Last week in review: During a busy 10-game week, a new era began on Tuesday for the softball team with two wins in the opening of its new facility at the 28-acre Lumber Yards on Rose Street, which features six lighted synthetic turf fields, among other amenities.
Tennis watch: The women’s team has won four conference matches for the first time in the NCAA era (since 2015), and its overall five-win season is a program best since the sport switched from a coed team to separate women’s and men’s teams in 2013. Also, with three conference wins and two to play, the men’s squad is closing in on its best single-season UE win mark of four, set during 2017-18. And with five overall wins and four regular-season matches remaining, the men’s program-best win mark of seven is within reach.
SOFTBALL
Last week’s hometown highlights: In Monday’s sweep at Penn State Schuylkill, a seven-run fourth inning propelled the first win, with three players getting two hits, including Sofia Mileto, of Loyalsock Township, who doubled and drove in three runs. In the circle, Mackenzi Tice, of Mansfield, improved to 9-1 as she spun a one-hitter, fanning eight and walking one. In the second game, Taylor Brown, of Bellefonte, and Sam Shaw, of Warriors Mark, each plated two runs to back the four-hit pitching of Alivia Bizzarri, of Philipsburg.
