Daniel A. Reiff, 75, of Warren, PA
Daniel Arthur Reiff
Daniel A. Reiff, 75, of Warren, PA passed away on March 5, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. He was born February 23, 1949, to the late Frantz and Johanne Reiff.
Dan was a 1967 graduate of Warren Area High School. He served during Vietnam with the U.S. Navy Attack Squadron 165 as hydraulics and structural mechanic on the Grumman A-6 Aircraft. Dan retired from United Refining Company in 2010 after 32.5 years of service.
He was a member of the Moose Lodge 109, American Legion Post 135, VFW Post 8803, and the Eagles Aerie 313. Dan was a member of the Disabled Veterans Chapter 75 where he was the treasurer for many years. He was also Chairman of the DAV Walleye Tournaments for seven years, raising over $60,000 for our local veterans.
He was a member and secretary of the Pennsylvania Office off-Highway Vehicle Association, Allegheny Trail Riders president for three years, Allegheny Alive, Jamestown Rifle Club, Sheffield Rod and Gun Club, Ridgeway Rifle Club, Pine Grove Sportsman’s Association Board of Directors for four years, NRA Benefactor Member, Ring of Freedom and Certified Basic Pistol Instructor, International Defensive Pistol Association as a Safety Officer on the range as well as participant in Level II and III Tournaments in addition to local monthly matches, Chautauqua Camera Club, and Warren Camera Club.
He visited 33 countries and 35 states. His most recent accomplishment was being member of the team that won the St. Susan benefit Trivia in Jamestown NY and meeting “Cash Cab” host Ben Bailey.
Kenneth Prouty, age 91, of Gaines, PA
Kenneth Prouty, age 91, of Gaines, PA, entered the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Sheila’s Personal Care Home in Mansfield, PA.
He was born on February 17, 1933 in Watrous, PA, the son of Harold and Margaret (Fuller) Prouty. He owned and operated Kenshire Kampsite and was a member of Valley Alliance Church in Wellsboro, PA. Kenneth was also a member of The Gideon’s and Roving Volunteers in Christ’s Service (RVICS). He enjoyed restoring John Deere tractors.
2024 and 2025 Collette Trips Planned – Do Not Miss Out!
We have several exciting Collette tours for 2024 and 2025: Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria: August 21 – August 30, 2024; Southern Italy & Sicily: October 25 – November 6, 2024 (same trip that was cancelled in 2020 due to Covid); Tropical Costa Rica: November 4 – November 12, 2024; Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights: February 24 – March 2, 2025; and British Landscapes (England, Scotland & Wales): April 27 – May 6, 2025. Email jmorley@pcedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877 for more info or to request trip brochures.
Road Closures Announced For Roulette Township
Roulette Township
On Saturday, March 16, 2024 from 8 a.m. until noon, Main Street from School Street to Pfeiffer Street and Cow Hollow from Lanninger Creek Road to Hester Avenue will be closed to through traffic.
Think About It
You Do Know It’s Not About Rules
By
Pastor B.J. Knefley
You do know that God isn’t focused upon you keeping a set of rules, don’t you? What he’s really looking for is a relationship with you and everyone else. So why do we or where do we get the idea that somehow God is interested in our rule keeping? Is it because of the Ten Commandants? Maybe it’s because of the Old Testament laws? Or perhaps it was some pastor or church organization that said if you wanted to get right with God you needed to do certain things? I believe that God calls us first to a relationship with him and the rules come later. Not because God is a God of rules but because within the relationship, we will naturally want to follow him. Out of that relationship comes our desire to do all that He asks.
Someone recently responded to this idea by saying that this idea gives a person permission to love God and do hideous things like murder, adultery, thievery, and a host of other things. Yet Paul said in I Corinthians 5:13, “God will judge those on the outside; but as the Scriptures say, ‘You must remove the evil person from among you.’ Earlier in I Corinthians 5:5 in referring the man who was found to be in sin that they were to: “Then you must throw this man out and hand him over to Satan so that his sinful nature will be destroyed and he himself will be saved on the day the Lord returns.”
The point is, one cannot say they love God and keep on doing the destructive things that would indicate that you do not. Loving God is about a relationship. In any relationship my actions will be the truest indicator of the real condition of my heart. If I say I love my neighbor and do horrific and mean-spirited things against them then I truly don’t love my neighbor. If I say I love God and continue to live a godless life, then I truly don’t love God. The opposite is also true too. Remember the rich young ruler found in Luke 18:18-30? He told Jesus that he had kept all the commandments. Jesus responded that he needed then to sell all that he owned and give it to the poor and then come follow him. The man became very sad. It appears that the man was able to keep the rules but not the relationship. Perhaps that could describe some of us. Think about it.
The Potter County Conservation District’s Tree Sale Is Happening Now
“The Potter County Conservation District’s Tree Sale is happening now! While Conifer species are sold out, plenty of fruit trees, shrubs, and hardwoods are available. Call or email Emily Shosh ahead of placing orders to confirm availability at 814-320-4017/e/shosh@pottercd.com.”
Online Auction of Contents of Former Potter Pack Assembly Factory in Roulette, PA
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3/5/2024 TO 3/19/2024 SOFT CLOSE STARTS MARCH 19 AT 7:00 PM INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL MACHINERY, COMPRESSORS, FORKLIFT, INDUSTRIAL WORK TABLES, PUSH CARTS, RACKS, SHELVING AND 50 + VARIOUS TYPES OF WORKING MACHINERY, LARGE AMOUNT OF SCRAP MATERIAL AND MACHINERY
NY State to Grant $425,000. in Funding for Allegany County Fairgrounds
Local Leaders React to Allegany County Fairgrounds Funding
On March 6, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced the passage of House Resolution H.4366, the “Consolidated Appropriations Bill,” which includes over $425,000 in funding for the Allegany County Fairgrounds. This appropriation was a result of Congressman Langworthy’s Community Project Funding program, which identifies and supports worthy initiatives throughout the 23rd Congressional District. On March 7, Allegany County leaders reacted to the news:
Allegany County Fair Board President David Jennings
Robert “Bob” M. McCann, 59, of 23 Gilbert Lane, Bradford, PA
Robert “Bob” M. McCann, 59, of 23 Gilbert Lane, Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his residence.
Born May 19, 1964, in Bradford, he was a son of Maxine (Lerch) McCann, of Bradford and the late Robert E. McCann. Bob was a 1982 graduate of Bradford Central Christian High School.
On October 25, 1986, in St. Bernard Church, he married Christina “Tina” K. (Miller) McCann, who survives.
Bob worked at Tops, Sal’s and Son’s, and Pure Tech. He was employed for 26 years at FCI McKean for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, where he retired in 2015 as the Gardener Supervisor. After he retired from the Prison, he worked at the University of Pittsburgh Bradford in Facilities Management.
Bob was a member of the Corydon Township Volunteer Fire Department and the Eagles Club. He loved walleye fishing as well as turkey hunting, camping, Notre Dame Football, and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bob was an incredible craftsman and handyman. He took great pride in the carpentry and construction projects he completed throughout his life.
Dale A. Thurston, 76, of 106 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA
Dale A. Thurston, 76, of 106 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024, at his residence.
Born September 4, 1947, in Olean, NY, he was a son of the late Lawrence A. and Joanne (Reynolds) Thurston.
He graduated in 1966, from Salamanca High School. After graduating, he enlisted on November 7, 1966, in the United States Army and served four years as an SP4 in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged on October 28, 1969. Dale was a self-employed and talented house painter, who also enjoyed painting and drawing.
Dale had attended the Lutheran Church in Olean and was a member of the Bradford American Legion Post 108.
GALETON BOROUGH AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING MARCH 5, 2024
Borough of Galeton
The regular meeting of the Galeton Borough Authority was held this date with the following members present: Tony Adami, Joe Cimino, Mike Brown and Todd Parsell. Not present was Tom Smith.
Chairman Adami called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM followed by the Pledge to the Flag.
A motion was made by Joe Cimino, seconded by Todd Parsell approving the minutes of the 2/6/24 meeting as presented. All were in favor, motion carried.
WATER REPORT
At previous meetings we discussed with our engineer so need to update our Drought Ordinance to go with our upgraded water plant instead of measuring the water in the old reservoirs. Shawn presented an amendment to our Drought ordinance with new triggers for each stage of Drought Contingency plan that works with our system. He had reviewed these with Joe.
Mike Plummer is going to draft an amendment for Council to approve at their next meeting.
Joe told the Authority that the slow sand filter beds are going to need new sand. The levels are getting low. He said the next time the beds are cleaned is probably when the sand is going to be needed. He is going to check to see if we can purchase it at the same place in Ohio.
It was noted that the Notice to Proceeds have been issued to the two contractors doing the WWTP plant upgrade. The pre-construction meeting is March 13th at 10:00 AM.
The PennVest closing took place and now the grant is in place ready to begin drawdowns as soon as construction begins.
Joe told the Authority that he had an electrician up to the water plant to replace the outside lights.
OLD BUSINESS
Tony said that we are waiting for quotes for the Wetmore Road repair.
NEW BUSINESS
A discussion was held on vacant and unoccupied properties in the winter season. Beginning next winter, if residents are vacating their property for 7 days or more they MUST inform the Borough Office and at that time must decide whether to have the water shut off and back on when they return at a cost of $100.00 or leave the water on and be responsible for paying for any water loss if the meter and/or pipes should freeze while vacant. If the meter should freeze and the water cannot run through it, then there will be a formula to decide how much wasted water there was and the cost of it to the property owner.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Mike Brown, seconded by Joe Cimino to adjourn. All were in favor, motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:08 PM
Michelle C. Laughner, 42, of Punxsutawney, formerly of Ridgway, PA
Michelle C. Laughner, 42, of Punxsutawney, formerly of Ridgway, PA died unexpectedly at her home on Monday, March 4, 2024.
She was born on February 3, 1982, a daughter of David Pepper and Laurie Lenze Laughner.
Michelle was a graduate of Ridgway High School and was part of the soccer and track teams. In her free time, she enjoyed walking dogs, finding solace in the company of furry friends. Michelle’s nurturing nature extended beyond animals, as she adored her nephews and niece, showering them with love and affection.
Debra Jeanne Robeson, of Russell, PA
Debra Robeson
Debra Jeanne Robeson, of Russell, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at the Rouse Home, Youngsville, PA.
Debbie was born January 17, 1937, in Cleveland, OH to Ford and Margaret Baker Gibson. She married Earl S. “Sonny” Robeson on May 5, 1956. They left Cleveland in 1966, to move to a farm in Russell, PA.
Living in the country in a farmhouse was always her dream.
Debbie loved flower gardening, and at one point had 13 flower beds. She enjoyed scrapbooking, quilting, and creating/building dollhouses were all hobbies she loved. She filled her farmhouse with antiques and many collections.
She was a member of Cable Hollow Church, the Hill and Dale Garden Club for many years. Debbie will be greatly missed by family and friends.