Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
513 PM EST Thu Feb 22 2024
…SLIPPERY ROADS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIGH TERRAIN THIS EVENING…
A light mixture of snow or freezing rain is likely on the higher
ridgetops of North Central Pennsylvania this evening. Any
untreated road surfaces could become slippery at elevations above
2000 feet. Be alert if traveling over the high terrain this
evening.
Hamilton-Gibson Productions will be holding auditions for four women to play ages 20s – 50s, and one man to play age 20s – 30s in the upcoming production of the play SILENT SKY by Lauren Gunderson. Performances will take place May 10 – 12, and May 17 – 18, 2024. The play is being directed by Jessie Thompson, who has directed past productions for Hamilton-Gibson, and is also their newly appointed Executive Director.
Betty J. Sturdevant
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Betty J. Sturdevant, 94, of Shinglehouse, passed away in the comfort of her home on Thursday, February 22, 2024.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
HARRISBURG – Working to provide law enforcement officials with more tools in their arsenal to prosecute individuals on charges related to “swatting,” a dangerous act where a person places a hoax 911 alleging a hostage situation or other serious threat, a group of House Republicans announced they’ll introduce a series of bills.
There has been an uptick in instances of swatting in recent years, including an incident earlier this month at a York County Walmart where a caller falsely claimed someone had been shot, hostages were taken and bombs had been placed in the store. Not knowing swatting calls are hoaxes, law enforcement officers must take them seriously and often respond with a large police presence, including crisis response teams, or SWAT teams, hence the term swatting.
Knowing the potential for serious or deadly consequences, the great cost to respond to false alarms and taking police officers away from real work, Reps. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh), Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester), Dawn Keefer (R-York) and Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) will introduce legislation to assure those engaging in false reports are held accountable.
(WHTM) – A Pennsylvania man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges related to the January 6 attack at the U.S. Capitol.
The Department of Justice says Kim Eugene Decker II, 42, of Genesee, Potter County was charged with felony civil disorder and misdemeanor offenses including entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds, disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds, violent entry and disorderly conduct in Capitol grounds, and parading, demonstrating, or picketing in a Capitol building.
The Justice Department says Decker was identified through images and video sources as one of the first people to breach a bike rack barrier. Decker is also accused of overrunning police and of being inside the Capitol for seven minutes. Read more………….
COUDERSPORT – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is inviting area residents to his upcoming “Coffee and Conversation” in Potter County for a discussion of state and local issues.
The event will be held at 8 a.m. Friday, March 1, at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US-6 W, Ulysses.
“I hope people will take the opportunity to come out to learn more about the issues we are working on in Harrisburg and to share their questions and concerns,” Causer said.
RSVPs are requested. Sign up at www.RepCauser.com or call the Coudersport office at 814-274-9769.
The Rotary Club of Bradford sponsored a new awards podium for the McKean County Special Olympics. Pat Ryan, Special Olympics Team Leader, accepted a check for $1,000 to cover the cost of the podium and the additional funds provided will support the many activities of the organization.
Patrol Officers responded to the area of the 100 Block of W. Riverside Drive for a report of a 29-year-old male who had been shot this morning at approximately 3:45 a.m.
After locating this male, Olean City Fire Department transported the male to the Olean General Hospital.
It has been determined that the shooting actually occurred on the 200 Block of W. State St. The Criminal Investigation unit also responded and are still investigating this crime.
The injuries to the victim appear to be non-life threatening and he is currently being treated at the Erie County Medical Center.
No one has been arrested at this time. Please call the Criminal Unit if you have any information or may have witnessed this crime at 716-376-5673 or dispatch at 716-376-5677.
The Education Council is hosting a free marketing series presented by PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center. “The Core of Small Business Marketing” is Part One of a three-part series about marketing your small business. Part Two is entitled “Better Marketing Brings Better Customers,” and Part Three is “Bringing Your Marketing to an Expert Level.”
Smethport – Raymond G. Bigley, 71, of Smethport, PA passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at his residence.
He was born November 22, 1952 in Elk County, the son of Robert and Marjorie (Lushbaugh) Bigley. In 1981, in Eldred, PA, he married Gloria J. Bennett, who survives.
Ray was a graduate of Smethport Area High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1972 to 1976.
He worked as a contractor for Wayne & Johnson Roofing, Dick Feile Construction and lastly for Hammer & Nail Construction of Smethport.
Ray was a member of the American Legion, loved to hunt, go to estate sales, collect tools and knives, and “puttering” around his garage.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
National Weather Service State College PA
535 AM EST Thu Feb 22 2024
…PATCHY FREEZING RAIN POSSIBLE THIS MORNING…
Moisture running over a shallow, near to slightly sub-freezing
layer of air near the ground will create the chance for some
pockets of freezing rain throughout the deeper valleys of Northern
Pennsylvania this morning, where colder and more dense air has
settled overnight.
Some untreated surfaces could become coated with a thin layer of
black ice, so allow extra time and use caution when heading out
for your morning commute to work and school this morning.
Temperatures will rise above freezing in all areas by 10 or 11 AM
today, ending the threat of freezing rain.
Lambert/Gartner
Jennifer Beckjord, PsyD
UPMC Center for Eating Disorders
Western Behavioral Health
Eating disorders are serious conditions that go beyond dieting or wanting to lose weight – they can significantly affect one’s physical and mental health and overall well-being. In addition, out of all mental illnesses, eating disorders have one of the highest mortality rates and can be life-threatening if left untreated.
Approximately 9% of the U.S. population, or nearly 30 million people, will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime. Recognizing early warning signs and getting treatment right away is key to preventing long-term health consequences and promoting recovery. Increasing public awareness and knowledge about eating disorders is an important part of prevention. Annual campaigns such as the upcoming Eating Disorders Awareness Week, February 26 – March 3, help raise awareness and understanding about eating disorders and engage support for individuals and their families affected by them.
Types of Eating Disorders
How many times do we encounter hearing-impaired people and wish that we could communicate with them? As we age, we gradually lose some of our hearing. Sign language can help. Also, mothers of pre-lingual children can use sign language as a tool with their little ones. Here is your opportunity to learn basic sign language that could help you or someone you care about.
Affected Product: ONLY Cheese block older than batch 20231113-1 and Shred older than 20240116
Voluntary Recall – E. Coli 0157:H7 STEC – RAW FARM 2024-2-16
Truong Giang Distributor Corp Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Dried Mango
Smethport – Kara Jo Towner, 40, of Smethport, PA passed away Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at her residence.
She was born June 26, 1983 in Bradford, the daughter of Kent J. and Sharon (Shaffer) Towner.
Kara was a graduate of Smethport Area High School Class of 2001 and she loved dolphins, enjoyed gardening, art and playing jokes on people.
