Seneca Highlands Iu9 Is Hiring For Multiple Positions
Full-Time Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant
Full-time opening in schools and early intervention settings throughout Potter, McKean, Elk, and/or Cameron counties. Requirements: Valid PT or PTA license.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education Services, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512 EOE
School Psychologist/Interns, Part-time/Full-time
Full-time position to provide support and services within our area school districts. Services may include evaluations, observations, counseling, and training. School psychologist certification required.
Excellent benefit package, including employer student loan contribution of up to $5,250 per year available.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education Services
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749; (814) 887-5512; EOE
Paraprofessional Full-Time – IU9 Achievement Center South
Full-time 190-day position available at the IU9 Achievement Center South, located in St. Marys PA.; Requirement: High school diploma.; Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Sandy Vossler, HR, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512; EOE
Anticipated Special Education Teacher
Full-time opening in Austin Area School District – Elementary School (anticipated March availability). Special Education Teaching Certificate preferred. Direct questions and letter of interest, application, current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to: Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education, Seneca Highlands IU9
119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512 EOE
Part-Time Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide at Austin Jr./Sr. High School, Emotional Support
Requirement: High school diploma; Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Sandy Vossler, HR, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512; EOE
Part-time Life Skills Paraprofessional Position Available at Woodland Elementary, Emporium, PA
Requirement: High school diploma. Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands IU9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512
EOE
Full-Time or Part-time CBVI Job Coach in McKean/Elk/Potter Counties
The CBVI job coach is a part-time position (a maximum of 29 hours/week) at an hourly rate to be determined at the time of hire. This position requires a high school diploma or GED-equivalent with preference given to associates and/or bachelors degree holders and/or those with relative experience working with teenagers or young adults. The ability to obtain Act 34, 151, and FBI clearances, along with a clean driving record is required. The job coach must complete substitute teacher training or job coach training certification, as well as first aid certification. They must also participate in the IU9’s annual in-service and quarterly CBVI meetings. Responsibilities may include light physical demands and hours may be scheduled outside of normal school day hours.
The CBVI job coach provides transportation, supervision, instruction, and assistance to students and recent graduates with disabilities in a community work setting. The job coach’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Daily activity logs, as well as bi-weekly and monthly assessments
- Maintenance and cleaning of assigned IU9 car
- Assist students with post-training or post-job shadow surveys
- Assist students with completing interest Inventories
- Maintain confidentiality of student records
- Communicate student progress/needs, questions/concerns from worksites, parents, school, etc. to coordinator and other appropriate staff
- Familiarize him/herself with child labor laws and safety standards
The job coach must adhere to IU9, school district, and worksite policies and regulations, including confidentiality of all matters.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Sandy Vossler, HR, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749; (814) 887-5512; EOE
Full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst position working with school districts in McKean, Potter, Elk, and Cameron Counties to develop behavior plans and interventions, conduct observations and assessments as well as provide training and consultation to school personnel to assist in support our students and staff.
Requires BCBA certification; Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Julia Anderson, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749; (814) 887-5512; janderson@iu9.org; EOE
Gary E. Freer, 72, of Eldred, PA
Gary E. Freer, 72, of Eldred, PA, passed away on March 4, 2024.
Beloved husband of the late Gail M. (Taylor) Freer; dearest father of Cynthia M. Cooney, Scott C. (Lori) Freer, Jason E. Freer and Kristen T. (Carl) English; grandfather of Shayna, Owen, Jasmine, Jacob, Taylor and Brooke; loving son of the late Gordon C. and Jeanie M. (Mix) Freer; brother of Roxanne (Donald) Curtis; also survived by nieces.
Gary graduated from Otto-Eldred Jr. Sr. High School in 1969. He worked at Ethan Allen Furniture as a sewing machine mechanic in Eldred, PA until the factory closed. Gary was an avid fisher, hunter, and loved to spend his time watching dirt track racing.
No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com
Information Sessions Scheduled for Penn College LPN Courses
Penn College has scheduled an Information Session for their upcoming LPN course. When you enroll in the full-time Practical Nursing program, you will be on your way to a fulfilling career in just one year. With skilled faculty, hands-on learning labs, 1,546 hours of instruction, and access to Penn College student services, you’ll be confident and ready to take the Practical Nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-PN), and if you want to advance your career, we have pathways to get you there.
PA Drilling Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 3/01/2024 to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-03-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Coon Hound Found
Good evening Jim. This is Tina Payne from Shinglehouse Borough. Can you post this coon dog he showed up at our farm tonight on Upper Kings Run Road Shinglehouse Pa.
They can call my cell at 585-307-7554. He is very friendly. Has a collar with blue bailing twine hanging off collar but no tags.
Thank you so much.
Karen L. Cowan, 64, of 130 Greeves St., Kane, PA
Karen L. Cowan, 64, of 130 Greeves St., Kane, PA passed away Sunday (March 3) at her residence. Born June 25, 1959 in Kane, she is the daughter of the late Harold and Jean (Plubell) Cowan.
Karen is a graduate of the Kane Area High School and spent the majority of her life providing as a caregiver for members of her family. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Seneca Resources Issued Drilling Permits in Westfield Twp.
| PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Westfield Twp Township |
| Description: Gas permit issued on 2/29/2024 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC for site Painter 8HU 53947 in Westfield Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-02-29 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, permit, drilling, Gas |
| PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Westfield Twp Township |
| Description: Gas permit issued on 2/29/2024 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC for site Painter 7HU 53946 in Westfield Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-02-29 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, permit, drilling, Gas |
| PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Westfield Twp Township |
| Description: Gas permit issued on 2/29/2024 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC for site Painter 6HU 53945 in Westfield Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-02-29 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, permit, drilling, Gas |
SPRING BREAK MARCH 9-17 AT PITT-BRADFORD
BRADFORD, Pa. — University of Pittsburgh at Bradford students will be on spring break March 9 through 17.
The university will close administrative offices on March 15 for a spring holiday.
Offices will reopen and classes will resume March 18.
Hanley Library will be closed March 9-10 and March 15-16. It will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 11-14. Regular hours will resume March 17.
The Marilyn Horne Museum Exhibit Center will be closed March 9-15, reopening March 16. The Café in Marilyn Horne Hall will be open for regular hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
Larry W. Safford, 76, of Wildwood Dr., Port Allegany, PA
Larry W. Safford
PORT ALLEGANY- Larry W. Safford, 76, of Wildwood Dr., passed away Friday (Mar.1, 2024) in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born September 4, 1947, he was a son of Victor C. and Joyce M. Lilly Safford.
Larry was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of Otto-Eldred High School, class of 1967.
He was employed with Verallia Co. (formerly Pierce Glass Co.) of Port Allegany, retiring Jan. 11, 2011, after 40 years of service.
Larry was a veteran, having served with the US Army, during the Vietnam War.
Kirt W. Smithmyer, 61, of Lanninger Creek Rd., Roulette, PA
Kirt W. Smithmyer
ROULETTE- Kirt W. Smithmyer, 61, of Lanninger Creek Rd., passed away unexpectedly, Monday (Mar. 4, 2024) in his home.
Born Nov. 30, 1962, in Port Allegany, he was a son of Leo G. and Delores J. Hesser Smithmyer. He had married Michelle Causer.
Kirt was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of the Port Allegany High School, class of 1980.
He was a self-employed flooring specialist who installed flooring throughout the area for many years.
Kirt was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting & fishing, as well as foraging for ginseng. He also enjoyed shooting darts and pool.
Causer to Seek Re-Election to State House
BRADFORD – State Representative Marty Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) has announced he will seek re-election to continue his service to the people of the 67th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
“Now more than ever, the rural perspective needs to be heard loud and clear at the state capitol. I am the experienced leader to deliver that message and get results for our district,” Causer said. “I am committed to fighting for our schools, jobs, health care and Second Amendment rights. I am equally committed to standing against the higher taxes, unconstitutional mandates and bigger government that are holding our state and region back.”
Recognizing the impact higher energy costs are having on people’s day-to-day expenses, Causer is using his role as Republican Chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee to fight back against unfounded attacks on the energy industry and advocate for responsible use of the region’s natural resources as a means to grow jobs and economic opportunity locally and across the state.
“Pennsylvania can be an energy powerhouse if given the opportunity to grow,” Causer said. “Capitalizing on this opportunity is vital to the future of our state and nation.”
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Wellsville Police arrested Gavin L. Gebauer, age 22 with no permanent address, charging him with Burglary 2nd (Class D Felony), Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th (Class A Misdemeanor) and Trespass (Violation).
The charges stem from two separate complaints that took place on Trapping Brook Road. Gebauer was processed and arraigned before Town of Wellsville Justice Graves.
Gebauer was committed to the Allegany County Jail on $1,000.00 cash bail or $2,000.00 property bond or $10,000.00 partially secured bond. Gebauer is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on March 19th at 4:30 pm.
PennDOT Announces Start of Highway Restoration on Route 646 Between Ormsby & Cyclone in McKean County
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the start of a highway restoration project on Route 646 in Keating Township, McKean County. This project will improve ride quality and extend the life of approximately three miles of highway between Ormsby and Cyclone.
Preliminary survey work started yesterday, March 4. PennDOT urges drivers to watch for surveyors in the roadway, exercise caution in this and all work zones, obey posted speed limits, and always buckle up.
Starting the week of March 11, the contractor will begin tree-cutting work within the project limits. It will complete that work during daylight hours. Drivers may encounter short delays as flaggers enforce an alternating traffic pattern. They should remain alert for flaggers and slow-moving or stopped traffic. PennDOT expects tree-cutting work to take about two weeks.
Kersey Fire Dept. Dispatched For Small Brush Fire
Cuba Village Tells Delinquent Water/Sewer Customers To Pay Up or Go Waterless
Village of Cuba
March 5, 2024 1:20 p.m.
**ATTENTION VILLAGE OF CUBA WATER AND SEWER CUSTOMERS WITH UNPAID WATER/SEWER INVOICES.**
*THE CUBA VILLAGE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT WILL BE AT YOUR PLACE OF RESIDENCE By THURSDAY 3/7/24 AT 8:00 A.M. TO TURN OFF YOUR WATER FOR NON-PAYMENT.
*YOU MAY MAKE FULL PAYMENT AT 15 WATER ST. INSIDE THE TOWN HALL DURING OUR BUSINESS HOURS 3/5/24 or 3/6/24 (7-12:00-12:30-4:30)- WITH CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY. CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED TO KEEP SERVICES ON. YOU CAN PAY BY CREDIT OR WITH DEBIT CARD FROM YOUR HOME IF YOU HAVE/ or CREATE AN ACCOUNT ONLINE. www.cubany.org FOLLOW THE WEB PAY LINKS. CALL 585-968-1560 WITH QUESTIONS.
*REMINDER THERE IS A $100 RE-ESTABLISH CONNECTION FEE.
NO FURTHER NOTICE WILL BE GIVEN.
*VILLAGE OF CUBA WATER/SEWER DEPT. TEMPORARILY LOCATED INSIDE TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE 15 WATER ST. CUBA, NY 14727**
Tuesday Car Fire in Knoxville
Knoxville-Deerfield Vol. Fire Company
Dept 6,26 dispatched for a reported vehicle fire. Engine 6-2, Lieutenant 6(S. Davies), with a crew of 4 responded 2 mins after the dispatch. Engine 6-2 arrived on scene to find a working fire in the engine compartment and Lieutenant 6 established command. Engine crew went to work deploying a line and quickly got water on the fire. Tanker 6-5 responded and was staged across the road so we did not impede traffic flow. Sabinsville ambulance 26-6 was on scene and ready to provide care for anyone in need.
Members responding were Chief D. Bloom, Asst Chief R. Bloom, Asst Chief M. Bloom, Asst Chief J. Druetto, Lieutenant S. Davies, FF J. Peet, FF S. Zerby
Probationary members N. Peet, K. Rice, R. Burrell, T. Baltozer
Support member D. Bloom
Missing 15 Year Old From Olean, NY
City of Olean, NY Police Department
3/5/2024- MISSING JUVENILE: The City of Olean police is looking for the public’s help in locating a 15-year-old missing / run away named Aleigha Powell. Aleigha left her residence in South Olean last evening after a family argument and did not return. Aleigha is described as 5’1, 100 lbs., she has hazel eyes and brown hair. She left the house wearing a light colored t shirt and black shorts and brown Crocs with fur on them. If anyone has information on her, please call the Olean Police at 716-376-5677 or message us on this Facebook page.
Coudersport School District’s Scholarship Fundraiser to be held on Saturday, March 16 at the Coudersport American Legion
The excitement is building for the third annual Coudersport School District’s Scholarship Fundraiser to be held on Saturday, March 16 at the Coudersport American Legion. This event is sponsored through a partnership between district personnel and our local PTSA. The event provides community members with a number of opportunities to participate in providing scholarship funds for our students. Community members are invited to donate items for basket raffles or auction as well as items for the dessert bar bake sale.
The doors will be open at 4:00 PM on March 16th for anyone who wants to contribute by trying their luck with the basket and silent auction items along with 50/50 and raffle prizes. Anyone who wishes to come to dinner can purchase a buffet ticket for $30 for a single and $50 for a couple with a cash bar. Dana Daisley will be providing music throughout the evening. Parents can make a night out of this event as the CASD National Honor Society is offering childcare for a donation at the Coudersport High School.
In the last two years, a total of $ 22,438 has been raised at this event, which has been used to build a fund to maintain scholarships in the future as well as adding the following scholarships offerings for our students: Field of Education, Vocational Trade School, Carrie Austin Business Scholarship and a Direct to Work Grant. The committee also needs to fill some time slots for ticket sales at the event. Contact the business office at the school (274-0509) with any questions regarding the event or to donate any item or your time.
Linda Jean Ordway, 74, of Ridge Manor, Florida
Linda Jean Ordway, 74, of Ridge Manor, Florida passed away on March 1, 2024. She was born on June 4, 1949, in Paterson, New Jersey to William and Jean Johnson.
She grew up with her sister: Gail Knauer. She married her late husband, Dana Ordway, on June 1, 1991, in Sweden Valley, Pennsylvania and they enjoyed 14 beautiful years together. She was a graduate of Coudersport High School in Pennsylvania. She went on to work for Pure Carbon in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, and then to work with her husband. They worked well together in painting and pressure washing.
Linda was an excellent painter. She cared about environmental conservation. Linda enjoyed outdoor work, playing cards, and games with her friends. She was a volunteer at the Ridge Manor Community Center and Crime Watch.
Rosemarie Fowle, 78, of Wellsboro, PA
Rosemarie Fowle, 78, of Wellsboro, PA passed away at UPMC Williamsport on March 3, 2024. She was born on September 30, 1945, to Louis and Antoinette (Grigoli) Grillo in Philadelphia, PA. On October 14, 1967, she married Richard Fowle.
Rosemarie was a member of Wellsboro Women’s Chorus and God’s Family Fellowship in which she hosted Thursday morning Bible Study. She was very involved in the churches that she attended including women’s groups and bible studies, and even making a mission trip to Maine. Rosemarie also enjoyed singing, cross-stitching, reading, baking, cooking, and especially playing games with her grandkids.
James D. Johns, 72, of Smethport, formerly of Coudersport, PA
James D. Johns, 72, of Smethport, formerly of Coudersport, PA passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024, at his home.
James was born on May 18, 1951, in Lancaster, the son of the late Brady and Miriam Johns. On December 12, 1970, he married the former Glory Winters and celebrated 48 years of marriage until her passing on June 23, 2019.
James was a truck driver and owned and operated Glory Trail Trucking Company with his wife. He later worked for Butler Transportation. James was a member of the Gospel Tabernacle, Coudersport, the NRA, and a contributor to the Family Life Center. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family.