Hosted by Family and Friends of Claire.
We’d like to invite all the kind people who have been praying for Claire since September 1, 2024 when she was found unresponsive. Ten year old Claire was life flighted to Geisinger Medical, then another flight to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia where she is slowly but steadily recovering.
Grimmway Farms announced the addition of four bag sizes of organic whole carrots to its November 16, 2024, recall. All dates associated with the recall remain unchanged.
These products may have been contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (E. coli) O121:H19. For more information on E. coli 0121:H19 and to read the initial recall notice, please visit Grimmway’s website.
Mary Judith “Judy” Horvath, 86, of 596 Rich Valley Road, Emporium, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at The Phoenix Center in Phoenixville, PA. Born on September 20, 1938, in Elkland, PA, she was the daughter of the late Stephen G. and Mary Hertz Horvath.
Debora S. Catalone, 70, of Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Wednesday night (November 20, 2024) following a lengthy illness. She was born November 21, 1953 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Herman and Martha A. Card Clark. On October 12, 1982 in Emporium, PA she married Dale Catalone, who survives.
Debbie attended Cameron County High School and worked as a nursing aid at various places throgh the years in Emporium. She enjoyed riding through with her family and going camping. She enjoyed anything outdoors.
Patricia L. Focht, 75, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois, DuBois, PA on Tuesday (November 19, 2024) afternoon with her family by her side. She was born April 16, 1949 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Minard Sprung and Ruth Ford Sprung Ronco.
Pat graduated from Cameron County High School. She retired from Motor Coil where she worked for many years. She enjoyed golfing, playing cards, traveling and going to the beach. She lived life to the fullest and especially loved spending time with her family and friends and her beloved cat.
With recent rains reducing the threat of wildfire, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is lifting the temporary ban on building fires on state game lands.
While camping on state game lands is prohibited, regulations allow game lands users to build small fires for cooking or warming purposes. However, with much of the state under drought conditions and wildfires popping up, the Game Commission on Nov. 5 enacted a temporary ban on game lands campfires.
Conditions have improved since, allowing for the ban to be lifted.
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, which had issued a similar ban on campfires in state parks and state forests earlier this month, lifted its ban, too.
Game Commission Executive Director Steve Smith noted the importance of stepping in to ensure wildlife, habitat and hunting opportunities on state game lands remain protected.
“While the temporary ban remained in place for only about two weeks, it provided an additional layer of protection during a span when extremely dry conditions were fueling wildfires statewide,” Smith said. “State game lands are important to Pennsylvania’s wildlife and hunters, which we’re reminded of frequently at this time of year, when so many hunting seasons are hitting their prime.”
A full list of state game lands regulations can be found at www.pgc.pa.gov.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a two-day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Steven BAKER, formerly of Westfield and Port Allegany, was convicted of sex crimes against a minor female relative at a residence in Port Allegany. In 2023, a preschool teacher called Childline to report that, while her preschool class was eating bananas and discussing how bananas and other things are slimy, one of her students responded that BAKER had touched her (pointing to her genitals) and she didn’t like it.
The child also reported BAKER’S actions to her mother, grandmother, two other caretakers, and others. The reports initiated a police investigation by Pennsylvania State Police who interviewed BAKER. After initially denying the allegation, BAKER admitted that, while the child was only months old and left in his care, he placed his penis into her mouth and ejaculated. BAKER told investigators he did this out of sexual frustration and anger at a video game he had been playing. BAKER is related to the minor victim. (The relationship is not disclosed in this release to protect the child’s identity). During the two-day jury trial, the jury heard testimony from the victim (now 6 years old), her mother, grandmother, preschool teacher, CYS caseworker, and two other adult caregivers.
Two Troopers who participated in the interview of BAKER also testified as did McKean County Jail Warden/Sheriff Dan Woods. Trooper Joel Miles (Pennsylvania State Police-Coudersport) investigated the case and charged BAKER. District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth. BAKER was charged with and convicted of: Rape of a Child; Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse of a Child; Incest of a Minor; Sexual Assault; Indecent Assault; and Statutory Sexual Assault (defendant 11 or more years older than victim).
Following the verdict, the DA asked the Court to increase bail and the Judge set bail at $200,000 straight. BAKER was remanded to the McKean County Jail. Pursuant to Pennsylvania law, BAKER is required to undergo a “sexually violent predatory assessment” with the Sex Offender Assessment Board. The Board is given 90 days to complete the assessment. To allow for the time necessary for this assessment, BAKER’S sentencing was scheduled for February 27 at 1 pm. District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer advised her intention to seek the sentencing enhancements provided for in the sentencing code for Rape of a Child and Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse of a Child. These enhancements provide for a lengthier sentence than the guidelines provide for in Pennsylvania. If you suspect child abuse, please call Childline at 1-800-932-0313 and 911.
Anthony P. Magnetti, 81, formerly of Gates Hollow, Bradford, passed away, Wednesday November 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Gretchen H. Rhoads, 74, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at her residence.
She was born on April 17, 1950, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Isaac L. and Phyllis J. McKay Smith.
Gretchen was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from St. Marys High School, class of 1969. She found joy in spending time with loved ones, nurturing her beloved dogs, immersing herself in the tranquility of fishing, and tending to her vibrant garden.
Due to inclement weather forecast, and the distance our vendors are traveling, Farmer’s Market for November 23 is canceled.
***Remember next week is Small Town Christmas in Coudersport. Our market vendors will be throughout the festival that day.
Support the festivities for a fun day.
All of November through the week before Christmas, the Potter County Farmers Market will move indoors to the Riley Gallery, next to the Crittenden, on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The next market will be this Saturday, November 23rd. CANCELED Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
* There will be NO MARKET ON NOVEMBER 30 due to the Small Town Christmas celebration in Coudersport. Many of our vendors will be throughout the town.
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
Job Announcement: Outreach and Communications Advisor
The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outreach and Communications Advisor. The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to oversee the general planning, development, and direction of all communications of the District. Coordinate programs, social media, news releases, and other forms or publication to build and sustain a positive image of the District in the public. The qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain required clearances, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates are preferred to have a degree in an Environmental Field (Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, etc.), Communications, Public Relations, or another related field. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs.
The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or
national origin.
Contact the Potter County Conservation District for an employment application and full job description at 814-320-4012, or at j.childs@pottercd.com
Deadline for cover letter, application, and resume is November 30th, 2024. Please send a cover letter, application, and resume to:
Jason Childs
Potter County Conservation District
107 Market Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
or
PCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the PCCD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Panther Pantry has received a mini grant from the University of Pittsburgh Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Luis Olivas, associate dean of inclusion and belonging at Pitt-Bradford, received a $2,000 grant to benefit the pantry, an on-campus program for students facing food insecurity.
Olivas said that Pitt-Bradford anonymously and discreetly gives out around a dozen pre-packaged meals each week to students. The grant will help cover the cost of some meals, which include shelf stable items totaling about 1,500 calories, including cereal, milk oatmeal, macaroni and cheese, canned fruit and snacks.
“We have to make sure that hunger is not an impediment for our students,” Olivas said.
The pantry also accepts donations. Suggested items include granola bars, oatmeal cups, individual mixed nuts, fruit cups, shelf-stable drinks and microwavable meals, tuna in envelopes or pop tops and chips. In-person donations can be dropped off at the Office of Inclusion and Belonging, Room 144, Frame-Westerberg Commons at Pitt-Bradford.
The Panther Pantry also has an Amazon wish list where donors can purchase needed items that are sent directly to the pantry. For a link to the Amazon wish list or a full list of suggested items, visit www.upb.pitt.edu/panther-pantry.
The Evangelical Covenant Church is hosting their 15th Annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 7 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Homemade soups, pies and baked goods are on the menu as well as Rada Cutlery, Evangelical Covenant Cookbooks, handmade wares, handcrafted jewelry, handing painted crafts and much more. For further information contact Cheryl Freer at 814-558-0998.
MXBBB is voluntarily recalling 1 lot of UMARY ACID HYALURONIC, 30 CAPLETS 850 MG to the consumer level. The products have been found to have omeprazole and diclofenac. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Umary contains diclofenac and omeprazole.
Risk Statement: The product Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (commonly referred to as NSAIDs). NSAIDs may cause increased risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke, as well as serious gastrointestinal damage, including bleeding, ulceration, and fatal perforation of the stomach and intestines. This hidden drug ingredient may also interact with other medications and significantly increase the risk of adverse events, particularly when consumers use multiple NSAID-containing products. Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (commonly referred to as PPI) used to treat gastric (stomach) acid-related disorders. PPI medicines may cause serious skin reactions, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and headaches. This hidden ingredient may mask stomach issues such as erosion, ulcers, and stomach cancer, and it can also interact with other medications and should not be taken with certain medications. MXBBB has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall till date.
UMARY was distributed Nationwide Via Amazon.
Donna F. LAMPMAN, 83, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, November 21, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
A memorial service honoring Robert and Doris Harris of Allegany, NY, will be held 12:00 PM, Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Eldred First Church of God, 142 South Main Street, Eldred, PA
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Hunters Get Their Deer Aged and Weighed for Free
Bradford, Pa.: The Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative (KQDC) will operate TWO DEER CHECK STATIONS this year on SR 59 and SR 346. The days of operation will be Saturday, Sunday, Monday, November 30-December 2 and Saturday, December 7. Hours of operation will be 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. all four days.
One KQDC deer check station will be in Marshburg along SR 59 again this year. The check station will be 0.4 miles east of Timberdoodle Flats at the John Perkins Parking Lot. Wooden signs on sawhorses will be placed along SR 59 and at Timberdoodle Flats to direct hunters to the check station.
The second KQDC deer check station will be at the Willows Restaurant on SR 346 along Willow Creek in Corydon Township about four miles east of the Willow Bay Recreation Area. The GPS address is 2669 West Washington Street.
Bradford, PA – Open Arms Community Church, a Free Methodist congregation, is set to swap buildings with the First Baptist Church of Bradford in a unique and transformative partnership that will enhance their ability to serve the community. The move, scheduled for Spring 2025, will see Open Arms relocating from its current location at 1289 East Main Street in Foster Township to the First Baptist Church building at 71 Congress Street in downtown Bradford.
This unprecedented swap began in September 2023, when Pastor Jeremy Childs of First Baptist approached Open Arms’ Lead Pastor Zoe Hatcher about the possibility of exchanging properties. Both churches are debt-free and have seen an opportunity to better align their facilities with their growing ministry needs. Neither congregation is seeking financial gain from the transaction; rather, the swap aims to create a more effective environment for worship, outreach, and community engagement.
“We were excited to hear about the opportunity,” said Pastor Hatcher. “Their congregation was looking for a smaller space to maintain, and we were in need of more room for our growing congregation. After prayerful consideration and discussions with our Leadership Team, we agreed to explore the feasibility of the swap.”
The leadership teams of both churches, along with denominational advisors and legal advisors, have worked together to assess the logistics of the move. Multiple building inspections and financial projections were conducted, and both congregations voted in favor of the swap. Open Arms members voted in favor in August, and First Baptist Church followed suit in September.
Port Allegany had five Gator football players selected to the Olean Times Herald Big 30 All-Star Team. On Offense was Aiden Bliss, Carson Neely and Juuso Young. On Defense are Nick Wilfong and Tristan Kiser. They are pictured (front row, left to right) Carson Neely, Juuso Young; (back) Nick Wilfong, Tristan Kiser, and Aiden Bliss.
Phillip E. Frair
Phillip E. “Phil” Frair, 85, of Shinglehouse, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 18, 2024, in his home in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Born on Sunday, June 11, 1939 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Herman and Content Tarr Frair. On December 7, 1957 in Shinglehouse, he married Vivien K. Gustin, who survives.
Phil was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1957. He was employed as an engineer at Dresser Industries in Bradford until his retirement.
Phil was a member of Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle in Myrtle, PA and also a member of the Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle in Coudersport, PA. In his younger years, Phil enjoyed playing golf, camping, riding motorcycles, and bowling. His greatest love was his faith in the Lord and enjoying time with his family.
HARRISBURG – Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) today announced that the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has awarded grant funding for the purchase of more than 170 laptops in communities where affordability has been identified as a significant barrier to digital broadband access and expansion.
“Connecting underserved, rural households, schools and local governments with the technology and resources they need to successfully bridge the digital divide is absolutely critical for making our entire region more appealing for future development and family-sustaining job creation,” said Dush “Best of all, these laptop devices will be distributed to provide affordable and reliable online access to education, workforce training and other vital community services—all at no cost to local residents.”
The recipients of the laptops are:
