PA WILDS CENTER AWARDED DEVELOPMENT GRANT
ARC Area Development grant to support the expansion of PA Wilds entrepreneurial ecosystem Investment will help set up new commerce platforms and opportunities for rural entrepreneurs.
Department of Health Encourages Parents to Test Children for Lead During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
Harrisburg, PA – Exposure to lead, even at low levels, can have lasting intellectual and behavioral effects on children, as well as many other health impacts on adults. That is why during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, the Pennsylvania Department of Health is encouraging parents to get their children’s blood lead levels tested.
REGISTER BY PHONE BY NEXT THURSDAY, NOV. 2 FOR THE CANYON WATERFALL GEOLOGY HIKE
Next Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., explore the waterfalls along the lower Turkey Path on the quest to unlock the geologic secrets of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
The deadline to register for this free program is next Thursday, Nov. 2. Register by calling 570-724-3061 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays or this weekend.
WELLSBORO WOMEN’S CHORUS AND THE WEDNESDAY MORNING MUSICALES TO PRESENT “FOR LOVE OF GOD AND COUNTRY” CONCERT NEXT SUNDAY, NOV. 5 AT THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Next Sunday, Nov. 5 at 2:30 p.m., the Wellsboro Women’s Chorus and the Wednesday Morning Musicales are presenting a concert titled “For Love of God and Country” at the First Presbyterian Church at 130 Main Street in Wellsboro.
The concert is in celebration of Veterans Day, being observed on Saturday, Nov. 11, and features inspirational and patriotic songs. It will open with the audience and both choruses singing “The Pledge of Allegiance.”
Dayton Alan Brown, age 85 of Knoxville, PA
Dayton Alan Brown, age 85, of Knoxville, PA passed away on October 27, 2023 at his home surrounded by family.
Born January 1, 1938 in Blossburg, PA, he was a son to the late Harold and Alice (White) Brown. Dayton married Joyce L. Coates on July 4, 1957 and they spent 66 loving years together before his passing.
For 20 years Dayton was the Mayor of Elkland and he was always heavily involved in the community. He worked at Ingersoll-Rand for a handful of years where he was the president of the union. He later became an international union representative with Communications Workers of America Union (CWA) up until he retired. He enjoyed hunting and camping when he wasn’t traveling for work.
Sabrina May (Brown) Boyden, age 36, of Lancaster, PA
Sabrina May (Brown) Boyden, age 36, of Lancaster, PA passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, October 23, 2023.
Born November 9, 1986 in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of John W. Brown and Susan L. (Foster) Johnson.
Sabrina enjoyed arts & crafts, adult coloring books, cooking & baking and shopping, always enjoyed new outfits. She loved candy, kids and babysitting. Most of all she enjoyed life.
She is survived by her husband, Craig Boyden of Mansfield; her four children, Isaiah M. Crider of Kansas, Jeremiah G. Crider of Wellsboro, Aeriona R. Maldonado of Wellsboro and Randy W. Boyden of Wellsboro; mother, Susan L. Johnson of Williamsport; siblings, Robert D. Brown of Trout Run, Richard W. Colon of Elizabethtown and Marissa J. Kio of Hawesville, KY; aunts, Vicky Brown of Nelson, Ginger Post of Williamsport, Penny Fuller of Austin, Kelly Kelly of Blossburg, and Ruth Hayward of Louisiana; uncles, David Foster of Westfield and Charlie (Debra) of Shinglehouse; grandfather, Harry Foster and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Tuesday, October 31st from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 2:00 PM with her mother, Susan Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W Main St., Elkland, PA 16920 to help the family with expenses. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Rotarians To Donate to Fight Polio
The Rotary Club of Coudersport is joining in a worldwide recognition of World Polio Day, October 24, 2021. Billed as the “World’s Greatest Meal to Help End Polio” attendees of the October 23, 2023, meeting of Coudersport Rotary Club at A&W West End Grill will give a donation towards the PolioPlus efforts of The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.
Started in 1985, Rotary’s PolioPlus program set out to eradicate polio from the planet at a time when annual cases of the disease numbered in the hundreds of thousands. Today, thanks to the efforts of Rotary and its global partners, we are on the verge of certifying the world polio free! Completion of this mission will mark only the second time in human history that a disease has been eradicated. Previously, only smallpox has been eliminated. Once complete, the annual worldwide savings in medical care is estimated at $1.5B US.
Artisan Co-op Schedules Several Classes and Events for November
The Potter County Artisan Co-op in Coudersport is planning several classes over the next few weeks.
Laurie Angood, will teach an Adult Painting Class on Saturday, November 4 from 1-3 pm. Students will paint a fantasy mushroom scene in acrylic on an 11×14 canvas. Cost is $30.00. All materials provided.
Rose Lloyd with be teaching a Christmas Card Making class on Thursday, November 9, from 5 – 7 pm. Cost is three cards for $20; supplies included.
Basket-weaver, Catherine Snyder, will guide students to make one of three baskets (per student choice), the Forager ($70), Hiker ($75), or Berry Basket ($32), on Saturday, November 11. The berry basket making class is from 9 am – 1 pm and the other two baskets will be made during 9:30 am – 4:00 pm. All supplies included. Bring a drink and a snack for lunch.
A photography class is being offered by Curt Weinhold on Wednesday, November 15, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Cost is $35.
Ginny Mainus and friends, with be offering a Spa Night on Friday, November 17, 6 – 9 pm. Reservations are not necessary. The price is $5 per entry plus the cost of the chosen spa service.
To register for these classes, please call the center at 814-274-8165. The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street and is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday.
In Recognition of National First Responders’ Day
October 28, 2023 is National First Responders’ Day – a day set aside to recognize those on the front line.
Without hesitation they respond – while the rest of us run from danger, they run toward it.
With each call, they are confronted by the tragedy and devastation facing the people they serve. Because rarely are they called during peaceful times.
Their heroic and collective efforts keep the citizens of McKean County protected and provided for – in emergency response, in emergency medical aid, in emergency fire aid, and in emergency police aid.
Our “small-town” community benefits from the close-knit group of first responders – where everyone knows everybody and they work cohesively. And because of that, their actions are not frequently known except to the immediate recipient of their care. There is little fanfare for a job well done as their heroic work takes place behind the scene and away from the public eye.
No two calls are the same and the ease in which they determine the need and provide the resource immediately is just one example of their expertise.
And their families share them with the rest of us and we recognize them as well.
Our first responders face an unknown danger without regard to their own safety.
On behalf of the McKean County District Attorney’s Office, I am honored to recognize our First Responders. I thank you Ladies and Gentlemen. We are honored to work with you.
– Stephanie L Vettenburg Shaffer
District Attorney
BRADFORD MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO SEXUAL ASSAULT
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: October 27, 2023): McKean County District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, on October 23rd, Justin Schlopy, of Bradford, pled guilty to Sexual Assault against a teenage female in Bradford.
Sgt. Jason Daugherty of the City of Bradford Police began an investigation after the victim and her parents reported to BRMC for a sexual assault that occurred the evening prior.
The victim had spent the night at a relative’s house the evening of October 29, 2022. She reported to police that, during the evening while everyone in the house slept, Schlopy had intercourse with her without her consent.
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to ARMAC RESOURCES LLC in Glade Township, Warren County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 10/24/2023 to ARMAC RESOURCES LLC in Glade Township, Warren county. SWMA 610(1) – UNLAWFUL CONDUCT – Person dumped or deposited, or permitted the dumping or depositing, of solid waste onto the surface of the ground or underground or into the waters of the Commonwealth, without a permit for the dumping of such solid wastes from DEP. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-10-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Wildfire Along Rt. 59 & Klondike Road
Bradford Township Volunteer Fire Department
On Thursday, Oct. 26th at 1400 hrs Mckean County 911 dispatched Stations 19, 15 and 21 for a wild fire off Rt. 59 near Klondike Rd. Chief 15 (D. Burkhouse) met an oil field worker to guide him to the area of the fire. The tactical command was established while scene size-up was conducted. FF 1517 (J. Bradish) was the command. Chief 1520 (T. Burkhouse) took operations on the right flank and started a direct attack. Chief 21-10 (R. Mitchell) took operations on the left flank. Within 2 hours the fire was contained. Station 6 was requested for assistance as well as ANF personnel. The fire was declared out at 1700 hrs and was determined to affect 5 acres. All units were out of the woods and available by 1730 hrs. Photos by Jay Bradish.
