Penn State Extension offers an agronomic pesticide update for applicators
Ridgway, PA. — Public and private pesticide applicators can get their recertification credits by attending an agronomic pesticide update workshop offered by Penn State Extension.
The Elk County update meeting will be held from 10 am to noon on Wednesday, March 6th at Hoss’s Steak House, 118 Haller Rd, Saint Marys, PA. Featured topics include impacts of water on pesticides and what’s new in pest management.
The Penn State Extension Agronomic Pesticide Update is a traditional Core (two credits) and Category (two credits) session for private pesticide applicators. However, any applicator may attend.
To register, call 877-345-0691 or visit https://extension.psu.edu/agronomic-pesticide-update. The cost of the two-hour course is $10. Registration closes Monday, March 4th, but walk-ins are welcome if space allows.
Robert J. Way, 82, of Warren, PA.
Robert J. Way
Robert J. Way, 82, of Warren, PA., died Sunday morning, February 25, 2024, after a brief illness. He was born July 24, 1941, in Clearfield, PA. He was the son of Robert J. and Rose Matsock Way, Jr. Bob was a resident of Warren, most of his entire life. He was employed with the U.S. Forest Service and A Safe Place. Bob enjoyed collecting coins.
Dangerous Fire Conditions Today Have Firefighters Scrambling to Get Control
At 1:58 PM on Monday, Belfast Fire Dept. was dispatched to a grass fire at 5841 Gleason Hill Road. Additional units have been dispatched to assist with this fire.
At 2:30 PM on Monday, Andover Fire Dept. has been dispatched to assist Greenwood with a wildfire at 2671 Rogers Road.
Spring like weather has caused fire danger conditions to exist that we don’t normally see until later in March & April. It’s best to avoid burning trash until the area is dampened by showers. If a fire gets away from you, you could lose your house, barn, sheds or maybe even your life, as well as the dedicated firefighters who respond.
David M. Dunmire, 80, of 7557 Emerson Road, Town of Wirt, NY
David M. Dunmire: Loving Father, Grandfather, Brother
David M. Dunmire, 80, of 7557 Emerson Road, Town of Wirt, NY passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital, after a lengthy illness.
Born on July 3, 1943, in Belmont he was a son of Charles M. and Thelma Witten Dunmire. In 1967, in Salamanca, he married Mary Anne Tompsick, who predeceased him in death in 1994. In 1998, in Cuba, he married Lyvonne Whitford, who predeceased him in death on January 17, 2006.
David was a graduate of Richburg Central Schools Class of 1963. He then served in the United States Navy from May 19, 1964 until August 16, 1968.
While living in Kalkaska, Michigan he was employed by the Midwest Forge Co. He then returned to New York and began working as a machinist for Dresser Rand in Wellsville retiring after thirteen years.
Causer Honors Emporium Fire Department Volunteers
Members of the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department were recognized at their annual banquet recently, with Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) serving as guest speaker. After thanking all members for their contributions to community safety, Causer presented citations from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to several members in appreciation of their milestone years of service. Pictured from left are Beverly Farren, 45 years; Captain Steve Banjor, 15 years; Deputy Chief Albert Aikens, 35 years; George Jones, 35 years; Terri Housler, 25 years; Captain Gary Olay, 35 years; Adam Johnson, 25 years; and Mike Singer, 15 years.
Ronald J. Mye, 77, of Warren, PA Services
Smethport – Ronald J. Mye, 77, of Warren, PA died Friday (February 23, 2024) at Kinzua Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Warren.
He was born July 29, 1946. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport, at 9AM Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024.
Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Services For Donald Richardson Set For Saturday
Donald E. Richardson “services slated”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA — To pay respects to Donald Richardson, 76, of Shinglehouse, and his family, calling hours will be held from 1 pm to 2 pm on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Crosstown Alliance Church, 120 E. Honeoye Street, Shinglehouse, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 2 pm.
Members of the Potter County Honor Guard will accord military honors on Saturday at the church.
Don passed away on February 17, 2024.
Don entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
Information Sessions Scheduled for Penn College LPN Courses
Penn College has scheduled Information Sessions for their upcoming LPN courses. When you enroll in the full-time Practical Nursing program, you’ll 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.
Penn College basketball coaches reflect
In another busy week, the Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s basketball team closed out its season while its wrestling, men’s lacrosse, archery, and esports teams saw action — and a new women’s volleyball coach was named.
Highlighting this week’s schedule, wrestlers will compete Friday and Saturday in the NCAA Division III Mideast Regional Championship at Rochester, New York, while the baseball team is scheduled to open on Thursday at Elmira College. Previews for both of those squads will be forthcoming.
