Penn College spotlight on sports: Softball playoff preview
After splitting four regular-season softball games with Penn State Harrisburg and Penn State Berks, going 3-1 against Lancaster Bible College and 4-0 against Penn State Abington, it’s easy to understand why Pennsylvania College of Technology coach Angela Stackhouse says of the United East Volt Division playoffs, “it is anybody’s game.”
The second-seeded Wildcats (15-5 in conference games and 25-9 overall) open the double-elimination tournament at noon on Friday against third-seeded Penn State Berks (13-7, 20-13).
All games are hosted in Middletown by regular-season division champ Penn State Harrisburg.
Whitesville Central School 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Whitesville Central School
Introducing the Whitesville Central School 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian, Holden Matteson and Grace Fry! Their hard work and dedication has paid off and we couldn’t be more proud! Congratulations, Holden and Grace!
Joseph P. “Moe” Cardoni, 87, of 3377 Long Level Rd., Johnsonburg, PA
Joseph P. “Moe” Cardoni, 87, of 3377 Long Level Rd., Johnsonburg, PA passed away peacefully with his family by his side, late Tuesday evening, April 30, 2024, at his residence following a lengthy illness.
He was born in Johnsonburg on March 13, 1937, a son to the late Nicholas and Mary Cherry Cardoni. He married Evelyn Mannella, she passed January 5, 1968. On September 26, 1970, in Holy Rosary Church he married Dorothy E. “Dot” Kennedy. She passed October 6, 2021.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Moe attended Johnsonburg High School. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Prince of Piedmont Club. Moe loved to be around his family and enjoyed his Sunday dinners. He was an avid gardener, canner and loved to cook. He also loved to go fishing and hunting.
A Veteran of the US Air Force, Moe served as an Airman First Class, aircraft mechanic, with 393rdBomb Squadron from 1954 to 1958.
In 1998, Moe retired from Carbon Graphite in St. Marys after over 50 years of service. After retirement, he worked for several years at the St. Marys WalMart.
Rev. Peter A. DeVantier, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA,
Rev. Peter A. DeVantier, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He was born on January 1, 1942 in Sanborn, NY a son of the late Alfred and Martha (Williams) DeVantier and was married to the late Judith A. (Simson) DeVantier for 60 years.
He attended St. James Lutheran Elementary School, Betgholz, NY, and Starpoint Central High School, Lockport, NY. Pete graduated from Buffalo State College with a Master of Education Degree.
He was an art teacher for 23 years at the North Tonawanda High School. After he retired from teaching, he received his Master of Divinity Degree from Concordia Seminary. He was the pastor of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Wellsboro, PA for 27 years.
Pete was a member of the Wellsboro Lions Club, the Wellsboro Men’s Chorus and was the Chaplain for the Wellsboro Fire Department for many years. He was an avid gardener, artist and birdwatcher.
Pastor Pete is survived by a son: Brian (Phil Ammons) DeVantier of CT, daughters: Kim (Kerry) Taylor of North Tonawanda, NY, Heather (David) Benedict of Wellsboro, PA, Jennifer Pinto of Westchester, NY, brother: Fredric (Pam) DeVantier of Sanborn, NY, sister-in-law: Jacqueline Rollison of Lancaster, NY, 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 9 to 11 am at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Wellsboro, PA. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am with Pastor Joseph Weatherell and Pastor Barry Keurulainen officiating. Interment will be in the Shumway Hill Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA.
Memorial donations may be made to the Trinity Lutheran School, 53 West Ave., Wellsboro, PA 16901. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA
2024 Northern Potter Prom Court candidates
Northern Potter School District
Congratulations to the 2024 Northern Potter Prom Court candidates:
Back row, left to right: Kaden Hoopes, Blayk Risser, Ty Daniels, Nolen Smith, Joe Lehman, and Ethan Fuhrer
Front Row, left to right: Allison Lewis, Lillie Greiss, Maddy Nicholas, Nevaeh Simonetti, Sarah Risser, and Molly Cady
NC PREP to host cybersecurity event
RIDGWAY – The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission’s NC PREP program will be hosting a cybersecurity seminar at 1 p.m. on June 17.
The event is open to all businesses.
The seminar will focus on best practices for cybersecurity and will be led by Nate Rodgers from Omnis Technologies. Companies will have the opportunity to learn about cybersecurity threats and how they can protect their information from hackers.
Topics will also include investing in ongoing training and research to stay ahead of emerging threats, creating personalized security strategies to address your challenges, and ensuring participants will learn all the relevant industry standards and regulations will all be covered.
To learn more, or to register, contact Mikala Biondi, Business Development Coordinator at 814-773-3162, ext. 3046 or email mbiondi@ncentral.com.
Route 15 High Friction Surface Treatment Project Begins Next Week in Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a high friction surface treatment project on Route 15 in both directions in Lewis and Loyalsock townships, Lycoming County is set to begin next week.
Beginning Tuesday, May 7, 2024, the contractor, Venture Construction, along with sub-contractors, will apply a high friction wearing surface treatment on Route 15 northbound and southbound at the following locations:
- Route 15 northbound in the area of Powey’s curve, approximately 3.5 miles south of the Trout Run off ramp to Route 14, in Lewis Township, Lycoming County.
- Route 15 southbound from approximately one mile north to one mile south of the Trout Run off ramp to Route 14 in Lewis Township, Lycoming County.
Ulysses Woman Takes Back Her Independence with Help from Her UPMC Physician
COUDERSPORT, Pa., May 2, 2024 — Robin Freeman, Ulysses, was lying in bed one night in October 2021 when her dog, frightened by a thunderstorm outside, jumped on the bed. The 95-pound black Lab mix landed directly on her heel.
Afterward, she dealt with pain but didn’t think much of it. But when the pain didn’t go away, she went for X-rays. The scans didn’t reveal anything, but the pain continued to bother her. So, she visited John Dresser, D.P.M., a podiatrist at UPMC Cole.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans revealed Robin had significant arthritic changes throughout her foot related to a longstanding flat foot deformity. Although she could manage the pain with a walking boot and cortisone shots, surgery was another option. She decided to move forward with the surgery.
Construction Project Continues Along Interstate 180 in Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a two-year roadway project continues along Interstate 180 eastbound and westbound in Montoursville Borough, and Loyalsock, Fairfield, and Muncy townships in Lycoming County.
Beginning on Monday, May 6, 2024, the contractor will be working primarily on the shoulder. Lane restrictions will not be required for this shoulder work.
Construction Project Set to Begin Next Week in Mansfield Borough, Tioga County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a two-year bridge rehabilitation project is set to begin next week on Routes 6 and 2005 (Main Street) in Tioga County.
Beginning Monday, May 6, 2024, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc., will begin construction which includes milling and resurfacing 0.5 miles of Route 6 between the Tioga River and Swan Street in Mansfield Borough and 3.8 miles of Route 2005 (Main Street) between Decker Street in Richmond Township and East Main Street in Mansfield Borough.
Additional work includes drainage improvements, utility relocations, construction of ADA ramps, and rehabilitation and deck preservation of the bridge that carries Route 6 over the Tioga River in Mansfield Borough.
PA Drilling Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to EXCO RESOURCES PA LLC in Shrewsbury Township, Sullivan County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 5/01/2024 to EXCO RESOURCES PA LLC in Shrewsbury Township, Sullivan county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-05-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Closure of Allegany County Road #2 in Town of Almond
Please be advised that Allegany County DPW will have daily road closures of County Road # 2 between I-86 (Almond exit) and Dixon Road intersections from May 8 through May 23 for the purpose of replacing culvert pipes. The road will only be closed during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and will be opened back up for use at night and weekends. There will not be an on-site detour and motorists are urged to seek alternate routes. Thank you for your cooperation.
Eleanor Mary Montgomery, 78, of Smethport, PA
Smethport – Eleanor Mary Montgomery, 78, of Smethport, PA passed away Saturday (February 10, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
A memorial service will be held on May 4, 2024 at 11AM in the Trinity Lutheran Church of Smethport. Burial with graveside committal will be in Bells Run Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Richard K. Michuck, 69, of 34 Carr Lane, St. Marys, PA
Richard K. Michuck, affectionately known as Rat, of 34 Carr Lane, St. Marys, PA passed away at the age of 69, following a lengthy illness Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Penn Highlands DuBois with his children by his side.
He was born June 13, 1954, son of Jean Weidow Wise and the late Joseph Michuck, II. He was a lifelong resident of the area, attended St. Marys schools, retired from Powder Metal Products, and was a committed member of the Crystal Fire Department for 30 years, where he was a deputy fire chief for some of those years.
Larry S. JAMES, 74, of Andrews Settlement, PA
Larry S. JAMES, 74, of Andrews Settlement, PA, died Wednesday, May 1, 2024 in his home.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Louise E. MERRELL, 65, of Cuba, NY
Louise E. MERRELL, 65, of Cuba, NY, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in her home.
Born December 28, 1958, in Cuba, she was the daughter of Roswell H. and Ethel Mae Sprague Gowdy. On September 25, 1982, in Avon, she married George W. Merrell, who survives.
A graduate of Belmont Central School, she was a stay-at-home mother. Her children and grandchildren were her world and she loved spending every minute she could with them. Louise enjoyed walking and spending time outside, and loved roosters.
Seneca Highlands CTC Students Earn Industry Certifications
Lane Crawford (11th grade, PASD) and Levi Howard (11th grade, PASD) students in Mr. Bryant’s Networking and Security shop at the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center, recently earned their Digital Literacy Pro Certifications. These certifications mark the fourth such achievement for both Lane and Levi. They previously earned their PC Pro, Network Pro, and Security Pro certifications. In addition, Lane and Levi are currently seeking their Ethical Hacker Pro certifications. For more information on the Networking and Security program, feel free to contact Mr. Bryant at bbryant@iu9ctc.org or (814) 642-2573. For more information on the benefits of industry certifications, go to https://w3.testout.com/certification/certhome.
