Once Extirpated in PA, the Piping Plover’s Resurgence Hits Decade Milestone
Absent from Pennsylvania for over 60 years, the federal and state endangered piping plover, a small shorebird, has made a comeback at Presque Isle State Park in Erie. Federal, state and local officials came together at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center in Erie this past weekend for “Pennsylvania Piping Plover Fest,” a celebration of the shorebird’s ten consecutive years of nesting in the Commonwealth.
“Although our small population is extremely fragile, the Pennsylvania Game Commission and our team of partners are unwavering in our commitment to ensuring these remarkable birds endure for generations to come,” said Cathy Haffner, PGC Wildlife Biologist and Piping Plover Recovery Coordinator.
PennDOT Potter County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of July 20
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of July 20. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in Potter County for the coming week is as follows:
Patching
- Route 6 between Robert’s Road in Sweden Township and the McKean-Potter County line in Roulette Township. Monday, July 20, through Friday, July 24. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours and may deploy a pilot vehicle. When encountering a pilot vehicle with a “Pilot Car Follow Me” sign mounted on the rear and a revolving yellow light, drivers must remain behind it until it has left the roadway. Do not pass.
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of July 20
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of July 20. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:
Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning
- Route 346 at a bridge spanning an unnamed Tributary of Foster Brook in Foster Township. Monday, July 20, through Friday, July 24. PennDOT implemented a single-lane closure governed by a self-regulated stop on July 2, that will remain in place until work is completed.
Pennsylvania has some of the oldest bridges in the country, with an with an average age of more than 50 years. Preventive maintenance is vital in extending the life of the structures. As such, PennDOT maintenance crews perform some bridge deck patching and structural repairs.
This is an Important Message from NY Alert
HEADLINE: Missing Child Alert, 16 years old white/male wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans
DESCRIPTION: At the request of the Rochester City Police Department, a New York State Missing Child Alert has been issued relating to the disappearance of HECTOR SANABRIA; age 16; from ROCHESTER, NY at 02:43 pm on July 20, 2026.
INSTRUCTIONS: Click on the link for further details. www.criminaljustice.ny.gov
Issued By: NYS-DCJS-MPC
Timothy C. Schneider, 90, of St. Marys
Timothy C. Schneider
Mar 19, 1936 — Jul 19, 2026
Timothy C. Schneider, 90, of W. Condot Road, St. Marys, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor following a brief illness with his family by his side.
He was born on March 19, 1936 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Leo and Anna Mertz Schneider.
On October 6, 1956, he married Wanda Cuneo, who survives. Together they have been blessed with nearly 70 years of love and marriage.
A man of deep and unwavering faith, Tim lived his life guided by his love of God and devotion to his family. A lifelong member of St. Marys Church, he faithfully attended Mass, rarely missing a Sunday, and proudly served for many years as an usher, welcoming fellow parishioners with kindness and humility. He also dedicated more than 48 years of loyal service to North Fork Lodge before his retirement. He was a longtime member of the St. Marys Sportsmen’s Club. His happiest days were spent outdoors, whether he was crafting something with his hands, woodworking, enjoying time at camp, or tinkering around his beloved sawmill. Though he found great satisfaction in hard work and the outdoors, nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with his family, whose love and companionship were the true center of his life.
Possession Of Marijuana And Causing A False Alarm Arrest In Bradford
On July 18, 2026, at approximately 0827 hours, a City of Bradford Police Department officer encountered an individual sleeping under the Forman St. overpass.
The individual, later identified as a 27-year-old male, was attempting to conceal his identity by covering his face with a red bag. Upon removal of the bag, the officer recognized the individual and advised him of an outstanding arrest warrant.
Due to the individual’s failure to comply with verbal commands, the officer activated his Taser 7 and ordered him to the ground. The individual was subsequently placed in handcuffs and transported to the Bradford City Police Department. During a pat-down search at the police department, a small baggie of marijuana was discovered in the individual’s front left jean pocket. The individual was taken into custody and held in a cell at the police department.
All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
July 20, 2026 Public Notification
Shinglehouse Borough Water Department will be shutting off the Borough water immediately on Monday July 20, 2026 for repairs to a main line. Please plan accordingly for water usage beforehand.
Loss of water system Pressure:
If the distribution system experiences a loss of positive pressure, a PN (Public Notice) must be issued. The PWS cannot lift the PN/Boil Advisory until 2 sufficient clean bacteriological samples have been collected and analyzed. Verification after water main repairs where the main was depressurized or partially dewatered: one set of samples is collected that is representative of the affected area to ensure that the water is safe to consume. Once the samples are found to be satisfactory, the PWS may lift the PN/Boil Advisory. The Shinglehouse Borough will publish a notification when you no longer need to boil your water for consumption after the repairs. You DO NOT need to boil your water before the repairs. As stated above, we need to have 2 sufficient clean bacteriological samples that have been collected and analyzed. Before we can announce and lift the boil advisory. Please plan to boil your water until Wednesday July 22, 2026.
What should I do? After the water line repair:
DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a rolling boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using; or use bottled water. You should use boiled or bottled water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice. Inadequately treated water may contain disease-causing organisms. These organisms include bacteria, viruses, and parasites, which can cause symptoms such as nausea, cramps, diarrhea, and associated headaches. These symptoms, however, are not caused only by organisms in drinking water, but also by other factors. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice.
Guardians of infants and young children and people at increased risk, such as pregnant women, some of the elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems, should seek advice from their health care advisors about drinking this water. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1 (800) 4264791.
BOROUGH OF SHINGLEHOUSE
P.O. BOX 156
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA 16748
Borough Office: (814)697-6711
Borough Shop: (814) 697-6912
Fax No.: (814)697-6712
The Coudersport Area School District is Seeking Qualified Applicants
POSITION VACANCY
The Coudersport Area School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Elementary School Teacher effective with the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested applicants should send a complete application package, including a letter of interest, PA certificate, PA Standard Teaching Application, Act 24, 31, 34, 151, and 168 clearances, references (3 current, professional), resumé, and transcripts to the Office of the Superintendent, CASD, 698 Dwight Street, Coudersport PA 16915 by July 30, 2026 or until the position is filled.
POSITION VACANCY
The Coudersport Area School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of HS Math Teacher effective with the 2026-2027 school year.
Interested applicants should send a complete application package, including a letter of interest, PA certificate, PA Standard Teaching Application, Act 24, 31, 34, 151, and 168 clearances, references (3 current, professional), resumé, and transcripts to the Office of the Superintendent, CASD, 698 Dwight Street, Coudersport PA 16915 by July 30, 2026 or until the position is filled.
Ruth L. BRANDON, 80, of Westfield, PA
Ruth L. BRANDON, 80, of Westfield, PA, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026. A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 PM, Friday, July 24, 2026, in the People’s Church of Potter Brook, 62 Rte. 49, Westfield, PA 16950. Rev. Gene Jones will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Broad Acres, 1883 Shumway Hill Rd, Wellsboro, PA 16901 in support of their current fundraiser for a new ambulatory stretcher. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney‑Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richar Insurance & Tags – Galeton, PA is Seeking a Customer Service Representative
Richar Insurance & Tags is seeking a friendly, dependable, and motivated individual to join our team. We are a locally owned insurance agency and a Full Agent PennDOT Messenger Service, providing a wide variety of services to our community. This full-time position offers a diverse workday with opportunities to learn insurance, PennDOT title and registration work, and notary services. If you enjoy working with people, have strong computer skills, and take pride in providing excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Assist customers in person and over the phone
- Process PennDOT title transfers, registrations, and messenger service transactions
- Prepare and review documents for accuracy
- Perform general office and computer duties
- Assist with insurance customer service and policy processing
- Maintain a professional, courteous, and organized work environment
Qualifications
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office
- Pennsylvania Notary Public preferred, or willingness to obtain a commission
- Insurance experience or a Pennsylvania Property & Casualty license is a plus, but not required
- Willingness to learn and become licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
- Dependable, professional, and a team player
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- No evenings or weekends
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for professional growth and licensing
- A stable, family-owned business serving the community for many years
No experience with insurance or PennDOT services? That’s okay. We are willing to train the right person who has a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to build a long-term career.
Interested applicants should submit a résumé and any relevant qualifications or certifications for consideration.
Lesley K. Post
Richar Insurance
29 Germania St, richar.lesley@verizon.net
Galeton PA 16922
This is an Important Message from NY Alert
HEADLINE: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 1:35PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
494 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
IN NEW YORK THIS WATCH INCLUDES 16 COUNTIES
IN CENTRAL NEW YORK
BROOME CHEMUNG CHENANGO
CORTLAND DELAWARE MADISON
ONEIDA ONONDAGA OTSEGO
SCHUYLER SENECA STEUBEN
SULLIVAN TIOGA TOMPKINS
YATES
IN PENNSYLVANIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 7 COUNTIES
IN NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA
BRADFORD LACKAWANNA LUZERNE
PIKE SUSQUEHANNA WAYNE
WYOMING
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BINGHAMTON, CORNING, CORTLAND, DELHI,
ELMIRA, HALLSTEAD, HAMILTON, HAWLEY, HAZLETON, HONESDALE,
HORNELL, ITHACA, MILFORD, MONTICELLO, MONTROSE, NORWICH, ONEIDA,
ONEONTA, OWEGO, PENN YAN, ROME, SAYRE, SCRANTON, SENECA FALLS,
SYRACUSE, TOWANDA, TUNKHANNOCK, UTICA, WALTON, WATKINS GLEN,
WAVERLY, AND WILKES-BARRE.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
Investigation of 5-State Outbreak of Cyclospora Illnesses: Iceberg Lettuce (July 2026)
Product:
On July 17, 2026, Taylor Farms de Mexico announced that they are voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market. Taylor Farms also informed FDA that they would initiate a recall. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
Consumers should avoid eating shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico at Taco Bell locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia.
Symptoms of Cyclospora Infection
Most people infected with Cyclospora develop diarrhea, with frequent bowel movements. Other common symptoms include loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps/pain, bloating, increased gas, nausea, and fatigue. Vomiting, body aches, headache, and fever may be noted. Some people who are infected with Cyclospora do not have any symptoms. If not treated, the illness can lead to dehydration and severe complications that may require higher levels of care. These complications may last from a few days to a month or longer. Symptoms may seem to go away and then return one or more times (relapse). Immunocompromised persons may experience more severe illness of longer duration along with complications requiring close medical attention.
Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program Updated Income Limits for 2026
Rural Development published the updated 2026 income limits for the Single‑Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program on July 13, 2026, through a Procedure Notice (PN).
The agency updated the Guaranteed Underwriting System (GUS) and the Income Eligibility calculator on the Eligibility Website to reflect the new income limits.
For questions about program policy or this announcement, please contact sfhgld.program@usda.gov or (833) 314‑0168.
Thank you for supporting the Single‑Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program!
Dush, Borowicz Announce $1.5 Million Redevelopment Assistance Grant Secured for Snavely’s Mill Transloading Facility
LOCK HAVEN — Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) and Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R-76) today confirmed a $1.5 million grant was awarded to Clinton County business Snavely’s Mill Inc. through Pennsylvania’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP).
The funding will be used by Snavely’s Mill for the construction of a new transloading facility, which consists of a hopper, conveyance system, bucket elevator, storage building, and material handling equipment.
Richar Insurance & Tags – Galeton, PA is Seeking a Customer Service Representative
Richar Insurance & Tags is seeking a friendly, dependable, and motivated individual to join our team. We are a locally owned insurance agency and a Full Agent PennDOT Messenger Service, providing a wide variety of services to our community. This full-time position offers a diverse workday with opportunities to learn insurance, PennDOT title and registration work, and notary services. If you enjoy working with people, have strong computer skills, and take pride in providing excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Assist customers in person and over the phone
- Process PennDOT title transfers, registrations, and messenger service transactions
- Prepare and review documents for accuracy
- Perform general office and computer duties
- Assist with insurance customer service and policy processing
- Maintain a professional, courteous, and organized work environment
Qualifications
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office
- Pennsylvania Notary Public preferred, or willingness to obtain a commission
- Insurance experience or a Pennsylvania Property & Casualty license is a plus, but not required
- Willingness to learn and become licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
- Dependable, professional, and a team player
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- No evenings or weekends
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for professional growth and licensing
- A stable, family-owned business serving the community for many years
No experience with insurance or PennDOT services? That’s okay. We are willing to train the right person who has a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to build a long-term career.
Interested applicants should submit a résumé and any relevant qualifications or certifications for consideration.
Lesley K. Post
Richar Insurance
29 Germania St, richar.lesley@verizon.net
Galeton PA 16922
NEW WATERWAYS CONSERVATION OFFICERS GRADUATE, PREPARE TO REPORT TO REGIONS FOR DUTY
HARRISBURG, Pa. (July 17) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is pleased to announce that eight members of the 27th Class of Waterways Conservation Officers (WCO) have formally graduated from the agency’s H.R. Stackhouse School of Fishery Conservation and Watercraft Safety.
Following a graduation ceremony held today at the Pennsylvania State Capitol, the officers will report to their assigned regions across the Commonwealth next week to begin their duties.
“I am proud to officially welcome this dedicated group of new officers to the Fish and Boat Commission and our Bureau of Law Enforcement,” said Col. Jeffrey Sabo, Director of the PFBC Bureau of Law Enforcement. “With their intense training behind them, these officers are ready to serve the anglers and boaters in Pennsylvania and work to protect, conserve, and enhance our aquatic resources.”