CHERYL HEIN WALTERS TO PRESENT FREE GOLDEN AFTERNOONS PROGRAM “HARP HOLIDAY” ON TUESDAY, DEC. 12
At 1 p.m. today, Tuesday, Dec. 12, Cheryl Hein Walters of Mansfield will present “Harp Holiday” for the Golden Afternoons program in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
This free one-hour program is open to anyone 55 years of age or older.
Walters will play the harp and sing holiday favorites. Those attending are invited to sing along and pat, clap or stomp with gusto.
Cookies, punch and holiday treats will be provided free.
UPMC Expert: Health and Wellness – The Gifts That Keep on Giving
Cynthia Ciccotelli, M.D.
UPMC Williamsport Family Medicine Residency
The holidays can be a crazy time of year. We’re running from party to party, trying to squeeze in time for family and friends, and we may let our health take a back seat to the hustle and bustle of the season. However, it’s important to carve out time to focus on taking care of your own health.
Consider the following tips to be your best self and enjoy this special time of year:
Thomas Francis Edgreen, 75, of Eldred, PA
Port Allegany – Thomas Francis Edgreen, 75, of Eldred, PA passed away Sunday (December 10, 2023) at his home in Eldred.
He was born April 7, 1948 in Coudersport, PA, the son of Howard and Esther (Leete) Edgreen. On May 20, 2000 in Coryville, PA, he married Doris Bender, who survives.
Tom was a 1966 graduate of Port Allegany High School and attended Alfred University and received a degree in Ceramic Engineering. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1967 and served until 1969, during Vietnam.
Mr. Edgreen was employed at St. Gobain, now Ardagh Group, of Port Allegany, as a member of the job change crew and was crew leader. Tom retired in 2005 after 38 years of service from the time it was Pierce Glass Co.
He was a member of the PA Farm Bureau, where he was formerly on the state board of directors, was a life member of the VFW of Eldred, a life member of the American Quarter Horse Association, and was Past Commandant of the Marine Corps League; Bob Swanson Detachment of Mt. Jewett.
Port Allegany Gators Returning For 2024 Seasons
Coudersport Rotary Annual Christmas Dinner
Coudersport Rotary Club held its annual Christmas dinner on Monday, December 11, 2023, at A&W West End Grill. Rotarians and their guests were pleased to be serenaded by members of the Coudersport Jr/Sr High School Choir.
Coudersport Elementary School’s nurse gives Rotarians a list of students in need and information about what they would like. Every year, Rotarians purchase and wrap gifts to be distributed to the students for Christmas.
Aiden Smith Is The Student Of The Week
The SHCTC Networking and Security instructor, Mr. Bryant, is proud to announce the Student of the Week, Aiden Smith. Aiden is a classic example of a student who keeps his head down and achieves. He exhibits an outstanding work ethic in shop labs and on theory assignments. Aiden is currently seeking his Network Pro certification.
Pennsylvania Reaches Solar Milestone – Can Now Power Residents in a City the Size of Pittsburgh with In-State Solar
State has Reached One Gigawatt of Installed Solar Generation and Rapid Growth of Solar Construction is Continuing
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) announced today that the Commonwealth’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS) program has surpassed one gigawatt (GW) or 1,000 megawatts (MW) of solar energy. This is an important milestone to help cement Pennsylvania’s position as an energy leader and accelerate innovation across a diverse set of energy technologies.
G2 Gymnastics – Johnstown Results
G2 Gymnastics of Shinglehouse participated in the Pumpkin Fall Fest in Johnstown, PA hosted by Uzelac Gymnastics. This was the first regular season competition with twenty-nine G2 members traveling to the event. The level 2’s earned 1st place in the Team Division along with XCEL Gold and Platinum earning 2nd, and XCEL Silvers taking 3rd. G2 had 13 members qualify to the Pennsylvania State Championships at their first competition of the season: Silver-Emilia Lineman, Ella Amidon, Sawyer Garfield, Avery Vosler, Lydia West; Gold – Mae Joyce, Brinley Rossrucker, Reagan Artlip, Shelby Chamberlain, Ava LaBella, Harper Joyce; Platinum: Carly Reed and Catence Taylor
Congratulation to our top 2 All Around Champions: Level 2 – Berkley Rovder (1st-36.65), Rhayna Coffed (1st-35.85), Brynlee Haines (2nd-35.275), Etta George (2nd-35.15); Gold – Shelby Chamberlain (1st-36.95); Platinum – Carly Reed (1st-36.025), Catence Taylor (1st-37.275); Diamond – Irelyn Rounsville (1st-34.35).
Event Champions were: Level 2 – Berkley Rovder (vault, bars, beam, floor), Millie Naylor (beam), Rhayna Coffed (bars, floor), Etta George (vault); Silver – Sawyer Garfield (beam); Gold: Reagan Artlip (vault, floor), Shelby Chamberlain (beam), Harper Joyce (beam); Platinum – Cenadee Ainsworth (vault), Carly Reed (beam), Catence Taylor (vault, beam, floor); Diamond – Irelyn Rounsville (vault, bars, beam, floor)
G2 Gymnastics will continue to train for their upcoming competitions. There are many programs for boys and girls with gymnastics classes beginning at age 3 and ninja classes beginning at age 4. New class enrollment will open online on December 18th for the new session beginning January 2nd. Don’t miss out on all the fun. For more information or to register, visit: www.g2gym.com, or email g2gymandfitness@gmail.com.
The Ulysses Area Improvement Sponsored The Annual Community Christmas
The Ulysses Area Improvement sponsored the annual Community Christmas and it was hosted by TRI-Town Fire Dept on Saturday, December 9th. There were Christmas movies for the kids, members of the Ulysses Baptist Church Choir led Christmas Carols , Santa & Mrs Claus and Rudolf arrived at the Fire Hall in 47-3 driven by Fire Department President Dan Borkholder. Kids of all ages visited with Santa to give him their wish list. Visitors enjoyed hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips and homemade cookies and coco.
There was a parade and a tree lighting ceremony. Listed here are the winners from the parade:
Port Allegany Music Department Holiday Band Concert
The Port Allegany Music Department presented a Holiday Band Concert Friday at PAHS. The concert featured the Elementary Bands, the Junior High Concert Band, Senior High Concert Band and the Senior High Jazz Band.
The concert began with the Junior HIgh Band playing Festival of Lights, The Rowan Tree, Old English Carol and A Visit From St. Nicholas with Mr. Ben Palmer as Narrator. Members of the Junior High Concert Band include Molly Barber, Mallory Johnson, Kaitlyn Kallenborn, Olivia Lilly and Bailey Lloyd on Flute; Ella Amell, Svea Ayers, Destiny Culver Owen Marzella, Jonah McKeirnan, Leila Stuckey and Kyra Tankersley on Clarinet; Elijah Gant on Bass Clarinet; Gianna Glasgow, Draven Green, brock Marsiglio and Lillianne Reed on Alto Saxophone; Steven Alcock, Bryce Fessenden, Alayna Palmer and Brody O’Rourke on Trumpet; Garrin Wright on Trombone; David Garcia, Holden Hammond, Adrian Penick and Jackson Smith on Baritone; Delaney Stromberg on Tuba; Brody Kazimer on Key Bass; and Weston Foltz, Benjamin Gutshall, Trace Kazimer, Holden Nance, Lily O’Rourke and Joseph Reed on Percussion.
David “Dave” Mancuso, Jr., 43, of Ridgway, PA
David “Dave” Mancuso, Jr., 43, of Ridgway, PA died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his home.
Born in St. Marys on February 9, 1980, he was the son of David Mancuso, Sr. and the late Sally Hanes.
He was a 1998 graduate of St. Marys Area High School and was employed as a chef by The Royal Inn in Ridgway.
He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Marys and enjoyed playing basketball and cooking.
Those surviving are his father and stepmother, David and Vonda Mancuso, Sr., his son, Xaiver Ellis; his daughters, Deziree Mancuso, Allisyn Mancuso and Madilyn Mancuso; his brother, Shawn Mancuso; his sisters, Melissa and Jennifer Mancuso; his grandchild, Lucas Taylor; his nieces and nephews, Tiana, Chloe, Trevor, Landon, and Carmine; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother and paternal grandparents, Sam and Dixie Mancuso.
Furlong Funeral Home, 50 Broad St., Summerville, Pa. has been entrusted with the final arrangements for Mr. Mancuso.
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, at the Saint Boniface Catholic Church in Kersey, PA, 15846.
Memorial donations may be made to his daughters to help defray the cost of funeral expenses.
Friends and family may order flowers, light a memorial candle, share a memory and obtain additional information by visiting http://www.furlongfuneralhome.com.
2 Vehicle Crash on Rt. 417 in Wellsville
At 9:55 AM on Tuesday, Wellsville Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Rt. 417 near Wightman Road for a 2-vehicle crash with injuries.
Severity: moderate
Crash on NY 417 both directions (Wellsville) to South Main Street; NY 19 (Wellsville) All lanes closed Both Lanes Closed.
Roadway REOPENED at 11:26 AM
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