If April Showers bring May flowers, what do May showers bring?

I think we would all agree that May showers bring fast-growing grass. Actually, the trees are very well fed and have produced a very healthy covering of leaves. The flowering trees are very nice this May too. 

Looking back to a very dry spring last year it is a pleasing change. Pine Crick is beautiful too. Everyone now can get one’s lawn mower out and use them on a weekly basis.

This May we received 5.38″ of rain last year we measured 1.59″. The combined reading for April and May is 11.16″.  We recorded measurable rain for 20 days in May. That, of course means you could only mow for 11 days. The mornings were mostly cloudy with temperatures in the 40s and 50s. However on the morning of May 31 it was a cool 34 to 37 degrees in town and in the suburbs (West Pike).

We had 17 foggy mornings, 4 thunderstorms and one damaging wind storm.

Summer begins in 3 weeks.  Have a good summer and keep on mowing. Potter County looks like it is well mowed from one end to the other. 

Henry W. Lush   

National Weather Service Observer

Electricity – Plug Into God’s Power, 

Come Join the Musical Merrill’s Evangelistic Team at the Hilltop Baptist Church Vacation Bible School.

June 2nd through June 6th, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.  4 years old to 6th grade.  The Musical Merrill’s Evangelistic Team is putting on  VBS this year

Have a great day. Jill Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and Him and He shall direct thy paths…Proverbs 3:5,6

The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office received a phone call from a concerned citizen regarding a phone scam. This particular phone scam involved a caller saying they were a Lieutenant calling regarding a jury trial/jury duty. Sheriff Levindoski has these tips for Tioga County residents regarding phone scams:

*Under no circumstances should a resident ever provide any personal information by phone when receiving any calls unless the resident personally knows the caller.

*No government agency will ever accept or request payments via gift cards.

*Never provide credit card information, social security number, date of birth, driver’s license number or bank information to anyone.

*Note the telephone number of the caller.

*Disconnect without providing any information to the caller.

*Call the office of the Tioga County Sheriff at (570) 724-3491 if a resident has any concerns that he or she may be a wanted person or to inquire if the Sheriff’s Office has any reason to contact you.

Friday, we celebrated the retirement of three Northern Tier employees who have demonstrated the kind of loyalty, hard work, and dedication seldom seen nowadays. Please join us in thanking Marcy Boswell (Head Start), Kevin Genevro (Weatherization), and Vicki Wenner (Weatherization) for their combined 100 years of service to Northern Tier Community Action Corporation and all the areas we serve. Northern Tier will simply not be the same without you!

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week of June 3. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in Potter County for the coming week is as follows:

Bridge Maintenance & Cleaning

• Route 3002 (Cowley Hill Road) in Portage Township over the West Branch of Cowley Run. Monday, June 3, through Thursday, June 6. This work takes place off the roadway and has minimal, if any, traffic impact.

Cameron County Chamber of Commerce hosting its 17^th annual golf tournament at the Emporium Country Club on Thursday June 13.  The 4-person scramble includes a meal following the afternoon of golfing. 

The all-inclusive price per person is $75.00 for members of the country club and $90.00 for reciprocal members and $95.00 for non-members.  The fee includes green fees, cart, choice of a red tee, one mulligan, an arm’s length of 50/50 tickets, skins, dinner, two beverages on the course, give away items, including cash.  The event supports programs at the chamber of commerce including the 9 events organized and sponsored by the chamber.

Registration is available by calling either the Emporium Country Club (814-486-7715) or the chamber office (814-486-4314).

The Cameron County Fireworks committee working with Cameron County School District will blast off the popular event at the football stadium.  Conversations with the district and the contractor on the upgrade to the facility assuring the event will not hamper construction.  The event is set for Saturday July 6 at 9:45pm. 

Fundraising for the event continues with the adoption of ducks for the annual duck race.  One duck may be obtained for $2.00 while a 6-quack can be selected for $10.00.  The ducks will paddle with the help of Emporium Fire Department down Broad Street during Weekend in the Wilds.  The race will be held at 2pm.

BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.

Appointments are required for meetings with the Legion representative, whether they are in person, by phone or by tablet. The schedule is as follows:

• Coudersport office: Thursday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Coudersport office is located at 107 S. Main St. Please call 814-274-9769 to schedule an appointment.
• Bradford office: Wednesday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Bradford office is located at 78 Main St., first floor. Please call 814-362-4400 to schedule an appointment.
• Kane office: Wednesday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to noon. The Kane office is located at 54 Fraley St., Suite 2. Please call 814-837-0880 to schedule an appointment.

Assistance is available with issues such as compensation, education, pension, health care and death benefits. Veterans need not be a member of the American Legion to participate.

The Port Allegany Memorial Day Service held on the Brooklynside Bridge took place this morning in spite of the damp weather.  The Port Allegany Honor Guard participated in the ceremony led by Chuck Yeager.  Gerald Hobbs, a member of the Air Force who served in Korea, dropped the flower petals into the river as the names of those lost at sea were read.  They are:  

Merchant seaman Roland Botvig Johnson, Lt. James Shevak, Seaman Gail Chapin, Lt. Wesley “Stub” Van Dorn, Airman Second Class George Luce and Lt. William Daisley Jr.

BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY- Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), member campuses of Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), are proud to announce the 2023 employees of the year. Kimberly “Kim” Murphey, executive assistant, and Marcene “Marcy” Aloi, patient account rep, were announced as the 2023 employees of the year for BRMC and OGH, respectively.

Kim, who was presented as the May 2023 Star Award recipient, was chosen to represent BRMC at Kaleida Health’s Salute to Excellence ceremony at Highmark Stadium.

“Kim is such an asset to BRMC as she continuously goes above and beyond not only in her primary role, but also helping every and any department or other employee she can. She played an integral role in coordinating the COVID testing and vaccination clinics in Bradford throughout the pandemic,” said her endorsement from David Monroe, MBA, BSN, RN, chief administrative officer, BRMC. “Kim has been a first responder to every major event at BRMC over the past several years and assists wherever needed. She is not only an incredible employee, but also an amazing person. We’re very lucky to have her at BRMC and in the Bradford community.”

Kim has been with UAHS for the last decade. She started off at OGH as a secretary in nursing administration when she was originally hired in 2014. Kim eventually became the nursing services coordinator in care management at OGH in 2020 and later became the administrative assistant to administration at BRMC in 2021. Kim is a native to Bradford, PA, likes to spend time with her children, Kayla and Brett. An avid Penn State fan she likes to attend Penn State football games as well as walk on the local trials, spend time with friends, and volunteer in many community organizations.

Marcy’s hard work in her role as patient account rep allowed her to claim the title of OGH’s 2023 July Star Award.

“Marcy’s strong work ethic is what truly makes her shine. Her years of experience not only makes her knowledgeable but allows her to be a leader among her co-workers providing valuable insights to their role. She always welcomes a challenge and is outsourced for many complex issues to find a practical resolution to any given situation,” said Norine Jones, manager of financial services, UAHS. “Marcy has exceptional customer service skills providing kind and compassionate service to everyone she encounters as well as takes the time to listen to understand the situation as a whole. Marcy is valued for her dedication to her position and to UAHS. We’re very thankful for her!”

Starting in 1985, Marcy has been with Olean General Hospital for over 40 years. She held a part-time admissions clerk position when she was first onboarded. She later transitioned to a full-time cashier position in 1988 and eventually transitioned to patient accounts in 1989, remaining there ever since. A local from Portville, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Tony, and daughters, Liz, Alexis, and Gianna as well as her grandchildren.

“Congratulations to both of our 2023 employees of the year! Both are well-deserved recognitions for two rock stars within our organization that provide exceptional service to our organization and community,” said Jill Owens, MD, president, UAHS. “I couldn’t have handpicked two better team members to represent our respective hospital campuses at the Salute to Excellence event. We’re truly lucky to have them.”

Kim and Marcy were presented their award at the Kaleida Health Salute to Excellence event on Wednesday, May 22. The presentation was held at Highmark Stadium with each employee of the year from every Kaleida Health facility being recognized. The event included refreshments and a tour of the stadium.