URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College
456 AM EDT Sat Mar 23 2024
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON…
* WHAT…A period of freezing rain through the mid morning. A change to mixed precipitation then wet snow will occur later this morning. Snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches occurring after a light glaze of ice accumulation.
* WHERE…Potter and Tioga Counties.
* WHEN…Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission remind motorists to adjust speeds based ondriving conditions as winter weather impacts Pennsylvania roadways.
Allegany County Eclipse Closure on April 8, 2024
In the interest of safety, Legislative Board Chairman W. Brooke Harris and County Administrator Carissa Knapp determined that Allegany County Government Offices and non-essential services will close from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024, due to the solar eclipse. Services essential to Public Safety will remain operational, and normal business hours will resume on April 9.
For additional information regarding the eclipse, including safety and educational resources, please visit our website at 2024 TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE IS COMING!! – Western NY Wilds (wnywilds.com).
Bradford Youth Trap Team Slid Past O-E Bird Dawgs
On a blustery, snowy afternoon at their home turf, the Otto-Eldred Bird Dawgs fell to the Bradford Youth Trap Team with a score of 169 to 173. Even with the terrible weather conditions, athletes exhibited positive sportsmanship and attitudes.
The top shooters for the Bird Dawgs were Gavin Silvis (senior) and Sebastian Zona (senior) each with an almost perfect score of 24; Nick Brown (senior) earning a 23; Abram Austin (senior), Isaiah Cover, and Korrie Turek (senior) each receiving 20; and Bryce Fessenden and Bryin Roberts with a 19 each.
For the Bradford Youth Trap Team, Brayden Dach had the top position with a perfect score of 25; Kaine Salada earned a 23; Evan Emore earned a 22; Andrew Giordano, Lillian Millett, and Sean Ward each received a 21; while Derek Cullen and Andrew Magee each earned 20.
After two weeks off, the Bird Dawgs will travel to Coudersport to take on Black Forest Falcons on Tuesday, April 9 while Bradford Youth Trap Team will host Smethport Trap Team on March 26.
Public Service Announcement – Attention Area Writers
A writing group, loosely structured under guidelines developed by poet, essayist, teacher, and novelist Natalie Goldberg, is being put together in Coudersport. Plans are to meet on Fridays, beginning in April, for one hour to write together with an opportunity to read the work to one another.
The Purpose of the group is to write in community with others who share a similar passion. The Frequency and time of the Friday gatherings will be determined by the participants. If this concept interests you, please respond to Jane via email at cellojani@hotmail and put writing group in the subject line.
Otto Eldred Student of the Week
We are thrilled to spotlight Ryan Schimp as our Student of the Week! Ryan is a dedicated senior at Otto- Eldred School who brings passion and commitment to his studies in the Building Construction Occupations class at Seneca Highlands CTC.
Ryan’s enthusiasm for construction is evident in his consistent hard work and positive attitude. He approaches each task with determination and a willingness to learn, setting an excellent example for his peers.
Looking ahead, Ryan has his sights set on a career in the electrical field, with aspirations to become a lineman. His ambition and drive are admirable, and we have no doubt that he will excel in this chosen path.
Congratulations, Ryan, on being named Student of the Week! Your dedication, positivity, and determination are truly inspiring. Keep up the fantastic work, and we look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the future!
GAME COMMISSION DELIVERS ANNUAL REPORT
Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Bryan Burhans today testified before the House Game and Fisheries Committee and presented the agency’s annual report.
To view a copy of the agency’s annual legislative report, please visit www.pgc.pa.gov and click on the link under “About Us” on the homepage.
Burhans’ testimony before the House Game and Fisheries Committee follows:
“Good morning Chairwoman Kulik, Chairman Maloney, and members of the House Game and Fisheries Committee. I am pleased to share with you what the Pennsylvania Game Commission has accomplished over the past year.
PennDOT – District 3 News
Litter Pickup Next Week in Tioga County
Montoursville, PA – In an effort to improve our environment and clean up our local roadways, PennDOT maintenance crews in Tioga County will pick up litter next week on certain roadways in the county, weather permitting.
Crews will be picking up litter beginning Monday, March 25, 2024, to Thursday, March 28, 2024, during daylight hours at the following locations:
- Route 15
- Route 6
- Route14
- Route 49
- Route 249
- Route 287
- Route 414
PennDOT – District 2 News
Rest Area on I-80 Westbound in Clinton County Closing Temporarily
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) alerted motorists that the Interstate 80 westbound rest area at mile marker 194 will close Tuesday, March 26, while crews make improvements to the rest area’s water treatment facility. PennDOT expects the facility to reopen Friday, March 29.
The eastbound facility will remain open during this period. PennDOT reminded drivers that the facilities at mile marker 220 and 147 will remain open.
BOBWHITE QUAIL BACK IN PENNSYLVANIA
A wildlife species native to Pennsylvania but long missing is back home again.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission today released 50 bobwhite quail on the grounds of Letterkenny Army Depot in Franklin County. That brings to 76 the number of bobwhites planted on site in recent weeks, with one more release to go.
The birds – which should increase their numbers exponentially over the course of the spring breeding season – are the final brick in a foundation the Game Commission began laying more than a decade ago.
PITT-BRADFORD REVIVES EMPTY BOWLS AND BASKETS DINNER
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will hold its 14th Empty Bowls and Baskets Dinner, the first since the COVID-19 pandemic, March 22 on campus.
The event, which raises awareness and money about hunger in the Bradford area, will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mukaiyama University Room in the Frame-Westerberg Commons. A requested donation of $10 for the public and $5 for Pitt-Bradford students and children will be accepted at the door.
NPRC Now Offering Micro-Credentials in Quality Management and Industrial Maintenance
WARREN – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College’s Workforce Development Division is adding two new micro-credential programs in quality management and industrial maintenance. These programs are available to manufacturing businesses and organizations by working with our customized training team.
To complete either of these programs, it’s required for students to complete all six of the respective courses that last from a few hours to a few weeks. However, individual course certifications are an option as a part of this program. Each class can include up to 15 learners. These programs can even be brought to company’s workplaces to ensure the training is provided in their working environment and on their own time. These customized training programs are a worthwhile opportunity for businesses to help their team members grow in their careers, to reward their hardworking and motivated employees, and to hire talented workers in areas of need.
Quality Management
NPRC partners with Future State Engineering to provide customized training in quality management. This program is a great option for those working in the manufacturing world to learn how to be more efficient in their personal and team processes. Courses are available in Statistical Process Control, Basic Industrial Mathematics, Blueprint Reading, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance, Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis, and Quality System Fundamentals for the Non-Quality Professionals. NPRC’s instructors bring many years of industry and classroom teaching experience and include Paul Andalora, Max Krug, and Greg Anderson, who have all had impressive careers in engineering.
Industrial Maintenance
NPRC’s Instructor of Industrial Technology in Workforce Development Frank O’Connell has over 40 years of experience in industry and will take learners through a six-course program to help them understand the field of industrial maintenance. Courses are available in the areas of Safety, Communication, and Professional Development in Manufacturing (including OSHA 10), Applied Industrial Mathematics Hydraulics/Pneumatics (including fundamentals and basic troubleshooting), AC/DC Electric, Three-Phase Motor Control, and PLC Robotics Maintenance.
Assistant Director of Workforce Development – Industry and Technology Nicole Zaun has helped to help to develop these opportunities and shared, “The path toward a Micro-Credential in the Fundamentals of Quality for Manufacturers and Industrial Maintenance not only enables individuals to flourish without a substantial time investment but also presents the flexibility to pursue courses independently. The instructors for these programs have many years of hands-on experience in these fields and bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. They deliver an engaging and meaningful educational experience for every learner, and we look forward to more students experiencing that as they complete their program.”
For more information about NPRC, pricing for these programs, and the overall capabilities of their Workforce Development Division, check out NPRC’s website and contact them by email at workforcedev@rrcnpa.org.
Owlett, Yaw Applaud Grant for Northern Tioga SD
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced a $1.1 million grant has been awarded to Northern Tioga School District to boost health and safety for its students.
The grant is one of three dozen awarded to schools across the Commonwealth through the federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) and its Stronger Connections Grant Program.
Department of Health Press Release Listserv ICYMI: Pennsylvania Department of Health Offers Training to Tackle Changing Overdose Epidemic
Harrisburg, PA – The Shapiro Administration recently added new tools to help health care providers and public safety professionals across the Commonwealth battle the overdose and opioid crisis.
The Department of Health launched new training opportunities to help prevent unintentional drug overdoses. These online courses are offered at no cost and include continuing education credits for health care providers which may also meet various licensing requirements.
UPMC Expert: Does Your Lifestyle Affect Your Eyes?
We are all aware of the impact certain lifestyle choices – smoking, activity level, sleep – can have on our health and wellness, but do many of us consider how these decisions also affect our eye health? Our eyes are an essential organ, yet we often take them for granted. Your daily habits can affect your eye health a great deal and, without proper precautions and care, can lead to problems with your eyesight.
Hope is an Egg Workshop to Raise Awareness About and Funds for Ukraine
Coudersport, Pennsylvania— March 18, 2024 —Olga Snyder, the owner and operator of Olga Gallery and Yarn at Olga’s, announced she is conducting a series of Pysanky (Ukrainian Egg) Decorating Workshops on the next three Fridays and Saturdays, March 22 and 23, March 29 and 30, and April 5 and 6 at noon on each day.
