Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce to hold Autumn Auction
The Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its Annual Autumn Auction, set to take place on September 19 at the Bradford Club. This highly anticipated event will feature a diverse array of items available for bidding, including exclusive experiences, Tom Seagren painting, signed Buffalo Bills items, limited edition Zippo lighters, one-of-a-kind items from our local businesses, fall decor and more, all aimed at supporting our local business community. The Autumn Auction serves as a vital fundraiser for the Chamber, enabling us to continue our mission of promoting and supporting businesses, as well as the local community throughout the Bradford Area.
Christmas Parade Theme Set
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce thinking Christmas. For the past few years and at the urging of residents the chamber has organized a night Christmas Parade that coincides with the lighting of the community tree. The event is planned for Friday December 6 at 7pm.
The theme this year will be Christmas music. Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tina Solak says the broad theme will enable participants to select traditional to whimsy for float ideas. Letters to past participants are going out this month. If you did not receive a letter contact the chamber office for more information.
Timothy E. Newhouse, 62, of Lewis Run, PA.
Timothy E. Newhouse, 62, of Lewis Run, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Karl L. Lang, 91, Of, Coudersport, PA
Karl L. Lang, 91 passed away surrounded by his loving family Friday, September 6, 2024, at Charles Cole UPMC in Coudersport. He was born October 24, 1932, in St. Marys PA to John K. and Marie (Sorg) Lang. On August 18th, 1956, he married his beloved Patricia (Krug) Lang with whom he shared 68 years of marriage.
Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund Awards Grants
The Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund, a designated fund held at the McKean County Community Foundation (MCCF), awarded their 2024 grant distributions to three local organizations that serve the residents of Port Allegany. The fund was established by Joe and his wife Sue to benefit the Port Allegany area for generations to come.
The fund, originally named the Port Allegany Community Development Fund, was renamed by the MCCF Board of Directors to honor the memory of Board Member, Joe DeMott, who passed away in 2020. Joe was instrumental in the establishment and ongoing development of the McKean County Community Foundation.
Monarch Butterfly Discussion & Tagging Demonstration Sept. 17
Coudersport Public Library will host “Magnificent Monarchs”, a free program and Monarch butterfly tagging demonstration, on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the endangered Monarch butterfly, and its amazing migration. The program is geared for upper elementary school age through adult participants.
Emily Shosh, educator for the Potter County Conservation District, will discuss conservation efforts for Monarchs and other pollinators. Participants will also learn about citizen science opportunities, including tagging, and assist with tagging of live, wild butterflies on-site!
Norman L. “Deb” Haight, 90, of 527 High Street Johnsonburg, PA.
Norman L. “Deb” Haight, 90, of 527 High Street Johnsonburg, passed away early Tuesday morning, September 10, 2024, at the Lutheran Home at Kane following a lengthy illness. He was bon on March 1, 1934, in Johnsonburg, a son to the late R.W. and Laura Belle Shaffer Haight. On September 23, 1958, in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, he married Valerie “Val” Golebieski and she survives.
A lifelong resident of the area, Deb lived most of his life in Johnsonburg and was a 1953 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Cursillo Movement. He always enjoyed spending time doing activities with his family and grandchildren, he had been a coach for Knothole for many years, he loved hunting and fishing and making his own maple syrup. He also served two separate terms on the Johnsonburg Boro Council, on one of which he served as the Vice President.