Gerald M. (Jerry) Griggs, 86, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Wednesday (January 3, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
He was born May 17, 1937 in Williamsport, the son of Michael and Louise (Hoover) Griggs. On September 30, 1963 in Port Allegany, he married Lena Minich, who died on July 2, 2008
Mr. Griggs employed by Case Cutlery in Olean NY for many years.
High Wind Watch issued January 7 at 3:31AM EST until January 10 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Southeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.
* WHERE…Northern Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario,
and Allegany counties.
* WHEN…From Tuesday morning through late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power
lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
INSTRUCTIONS: Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
The Port Allegany Music Department recently presented Wintersongs 2023. The program featured PASD Choirs from elementary and high schools under the direction of Heather Nance and RachaCjporel Karwowski. Pictured are members of the Elementary Ensemble as they performed “Snow Day ‘.
Accompanists for the concerts were Rachael Karwowski, Carey Boyer, and Angela Karwowski, and student accompanist Lily Madison.
Pictured: Members of the Elementary Ensemble surprise the audience with snowballs following their song, “Snow Day”. Also pictured are members of the Junior High and Senior High Choirs during their performances.
Allegany Co. Democrats “Serving our Community” on National Day of Service
Belmont, NY — This year, Alfred Area Food Pantry in Alfred is selected as the recipient of our Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service collection.
We invite everyone to contribute to this service project along with us. We’ve made it easy by establishing convenient early drop-off locations in ten communities across the county: Alfred, Andover, Angelica, Belmont, Bolivar, Canaseraga, Cuba, Rushford, Scio, and Wellsville.
Donations can be delivered to these locations through Sunday, January 14 at 5:00 p.m. Our volunteers will collect all donations and take them to the Alfred Area Food Pantry on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day — Monday, January 15th.
Message us on FB or Threads, email info@alleganycountydemocrats.org or text 585-610-4321 and we’ll share the address of the drop-off location nearest you. If transportation is a problem, our volunteers can pick up your donations. Let us hear from you!
Here is a list of items requested by the Pantry board:
This is just one of the many ways local Democrats serve our community, in keeping with the Committee’s desire to protect and enhance the quality of life in the county. To learn more, visit www.alleganycountydemocrats.org or follow us on Facebook or Threads.
The Allegany County Democratic Committee is the official governing body for the County Party, working toward broader representation by Democrats at the local, state, and national levels.
Hamilton-Gibson’s Winter Theatre Arts Camps in Elkland and Wellsboro for youth in grades 3-9 will present the musical “Junie B. Jones JR” based on the beloved books by Barbara Park.
The Winter Theatre Arts Camps are offered at no cost to campers due to generous grants from the Deerfield Charitable Trust and UPMC Wellsboro. The camps are free and open to students attending public or private schools or who are home-schooled. Each camper will receive a tee shirt, script, rehearsal CD, and instruction.
Registration forms for the Elkland camp are now available at schools in the Northern Tioga School District, online at the HG website, hamiltongibson.org or can be obtained by calling the HG office at 570-724-2079 or emailing hamgib@gmail.com.
The Elk County Council on the Arts would like to invite the public to this year’s regional Poetry Out Loud competition taking place on January 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm at the PA Wilds Media Lab in Kane. A partnership of the National Endowment for the Arts, Poetry Foundation, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, and the Elk County Council on the Arts, Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high school students across the country. Students from Elk County Catholic High School, Saint Marys Area High School, and Ridgway High School will gather to compete and recite the poems they have selected for a panel of esteemed judges.
The Sinnemahone Triple Crown continues to grow while supporting local businesses and allowing residents to explore Cameron County waterways and trails. In 2024 changes are coming to two of the events.
The Cameron County Chamber of Commerce stepped in several years ago when organizers of the Cameron County Canoe and Kayak Classic retired from the event. That event held in April of each year, has had a date change since PA Fish and Boat designated the first Saturday in April as opening day for trout season. In 2024 the paddling event will be held on the Driftwood Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek on Saturday, April 13. Registration will open by the middle of January.
(Pennsylvania) – Mother Nature might be saying it’s winter, but the American Cancer Society is helping you to think spring with the return of Daffodil Days! This colorful first flower of spring represents a campaign that brings hope to cancer patients, their caregivers, and families while providing much-needed funding to support the groundbreaking research, programs, and services of the American Cancer Society.
“Cancer touches us all in one way or another,” noted Dan Tobin, ACS Director of Regional Integrated Marketing. “By supporting the American Cancer Society through Daffodil Days, you are not only warming the hearts of others, but you are also helping the American Cancer Society to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.”
Trudi Dibble of Middlebury Township is offering a free, one-hour Golden Afternoons Program on Tai Chi this coming Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 1 p.m. in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
Golden Afternoons is open to those 55 years of age or older. Light refreshments will be provided free.
Almost anyone can do Tai Chi. No special equipment is needed. Participants are asked to wear comfortable clothing suitable for exercise and flat shoes.
Auditions for third through ninth graders participating in Hamilton-Gibson’s production of the musical “Junie B. Jones JR” at the Winter Theatre Arts Camp in Elkland are after school on Monday, Jan. 8 at R. B. Walter Elementary in Tioga Junction, Wednesday, Jan. 10 at Clark Wood Elementary in Elkland and Thursday, Jan. 11 at Westfield Elementary.
Role selections will be made following the auditions. “Junie B. Jones JR” is a delightful adaptation of four of Barbara Park’s best-selling books. The show features many lovable characters and fun-filled songs.
The camp will be at the Clark Wood Elementary School at 110 Addison Hill Road in Elkland. It will open on Wednesday, Jan. 17, and end on Thursday, Feb. 1 with Pay-What-You-Can performances for the public at 7 pm on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 2 and 3.
Each camper will receive a free tee shirt, script, rehearsal CD and instruction. They will be taught choreography, how to project their voices when speaking and singing, and how to create a character and have fun.
Thanks to the generosity of the Deerfield Charitable Trust, the camp is free to students who reside in the Northern Tioga School District and attend public or private schools or are home-schooled.
Registration forms for the Elkland camp are available at schools in the Northern Tioga School District, online at the HG website (hamiltongibson.org), or can be obtained by calling the HG office at 570-724-2079 or by emailing hamgib@gmail.com.
Local nonprofits and faith-based organizations serving McKean County can welcome the new year with the opportunity to apply for a grant to support their programs and projects that will impact McKean County residents. The McKean County Commissioners and the McKean County Community Foundation (MCCF) have partnered for a second granting cycle to award and distribute $250,000 in grant funding in 2024 with dollars available through the American Rescue Plan Act.
An informational meeting is planned for Tuesday, January16, 2024 for any potential applicants. The meeting will be available either by Zoom or in person at the Seneca Highlands IU9 office in Smethport at 4:30 pm. Organizations are asked to please register by emailing mccf@mckeancountyfoundation.org.
Eldred – Rita A. Kaylor, 85, of Route 446, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.
Born on February 19, 1938, in Austin, PA, she was the daughter of George and Alvina Kornacki Lininger. In 1963, she married Theodore Elliott, who predeceased her in 1994. In 2002, she married Tim Kaylor, who survives.
Rita had been employed as a head cashier by Hills Department store in Olean for twelve years.
Rita enjoyed gardening, especially growing strawberries and a variety of flowers, but mostly spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Carl E. WILKINS, 84, of Wellsville, NY, died Saturday, January 6, 2024 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville.
Born October 5, 1939, in Wellsville, he was the son of Clarke D. and Minnie Jones Wilkins.
He was employed by Market Basket in Wellsville and by Air Preheater for 35 years. Carl spent a lot of time volunteering at Highland Park.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 6
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches.
* WHERE…Allegany county.
* WHEN…From 1 PM this afternoon to 4 AM EST Sunday. The
majority of the snowfall and greatest impact on travel will be
from this afternoon through this evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on snow covered and slippery roads along with
reduced visibilities.
INSTRUCTIONS: Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Shortly after 19:00 Allentown units were dispatched to an address on County Rd 18 in our first due for a reported Working fire with exposure issue.
The initial box brought in Alma and Wellsville for mutual aid
Alma 501 reported the fire to be directly across from his residence and was fully involved at that time, Allentown 50 went en route requesting a 2nd alarm for tankers which requested 2 tankers from Scio.
Once on scene, Allentown 50 reported a shed was fully involved with extension into the house.
Allentown 4 arrived on scene laying LDH down the long driveway and across a small bridge while Wellsville 3 set up to supply. Members made a quick aggressive attack to stop the fire spread in the house and keep it to minimum damage.
Additional units from Allentown, Alma, Wellsville and Scio staged at the road sending manpower and equipment forward to assist in fire attack and overhaul, Wellsville 1 established the initial fill site on Petrolia Hill to aid in tanker shuttle ops
Bolivar provided an engine for standby also helped set up water supply
Allegany County Fire Investigators were on scene to assist
Great work to all
A reminder to all of our customers. Starting this week, we will only be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday for our winter hours until March.
