North Central Rural Transportation Planning Committee Meeting Dec. 12th
A meeting of the North Central Rural Transportation Planning Committee will be held on Tuesday, December 12, at 10:30 a.m.
This meeting will be conducted as a HYBRID MEETING!
If you are interested in attending, please visit our website (https://rpo.ncentral.com/), email Amy Kessler at amy@ncentral.com or call (814) 773-3162 for the meeting login information. The public is encouraged to attend.
UAHS to host ConnectLife blood drives at hospital campuses
Bradford, PA; Olean, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), hospital campuses of Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), will be hosting community blood drives. Both blood drives are in collaboration with ConnectLife, the region’s only community blood bank.
The OGH blood drive will take place on Wednesday, December 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. which will be coordinated on the ConnectLife Bus at the Mildred Milliman Outpatient Surgery Center across the street from OGH. Anyone can make an appointment at www.connectlifegiveblood.org with the sponsor code 000485, or by calling (716) 529-4270.
On Thursday, December 7, BRMC will be hosting a blood drive in the main lobby from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Appointments can be made at www.connectlifegiveblood.org with the sponsor code 000468, or by calling Kim Murphey at (814) 362-8298.
PUC Invites Public Comment on Proposed Changes to Low-Income Usage Reduction Program (LIURP) Regulations
Interested Persons May Comment on Proposed Amendments Designed to Improve Operations of Public Utility LIURPs, Maximize Ratepayer Benefits
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today alerted consumers and other interested parties about the start of a public comment period for proposed amendments to current regulations for the Low-Income Usage Reduction Program (LIURP). Interested persons are invited to submit written comments on the proposed amendments, which are detailed in the PUC’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Order (NOPR) published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin on Dec. 2, 2023 [53 Pa.B. 7506].
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Registration Now Open for NPRC’s Spring 2024 Semester
Do your future plans include postsecondary education? Northern PA Regional College (NPRC) brings affordable education to you. Their Spring 2024 semester begins Wednesday, January 17th.
Courses being offered include Introduction to Psychology, Foundations of Math, Environmental Biology, Cyber Crime, Public Speaking, and many more. These courses are part of five associate degrees – Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Liberal Studies, and Social Sciences.
Of course, if you are not interested in pursuing an associate degree at this time, NPRC’s team will help you select courses or training that meets whatever goal you would like to achieve.
James C. “Jamie” Loy II, 43, a lifelong resident of Sweden Hill, PA
James C. Loy II “beloved son and nephew”
James C. “Jamie” Loy II, 43, a lifelong resident of Sweden Hill, passed away with his loving mother by his side on Friday, December 1, 2023, in Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, after a short illness.
Born on Friday, August 22, 1980 in Coudersport, he was a son of James C. Sr. and Patricia L. Boden Loy.
Jamie was a graduate of Coudersport High School. He was an avid reader who thoroughly enjoyed studying and researching many matters in which he was interested. He spent his entire life on Sweden Hill, greatly enjoying the outdoors. Along with his late father, he spent countless hours walking and enjoying nature on the family farm.
Portville Fire District – Engine Company #1 Elects Officers
Engine Company #1 held our annual elections today. Here is a list of the officers for 2024
President- Artie Skroback
Vice President – Chuck St.Clair
Secretary- Sam Shields
Chaplin- Dan Parr
Historian- Britt Holdridge
Director- Gary Skroback
Chief- T.J. Latten
Chief 1- Chuck St.Clair
Chief 2- Jeff Latten
Chief 3- Kris Bell
Sunday, December 17th, Guest Minister Bishop Robert Stearns at Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle
Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle
Join us on Sunday, December 17th as we welcome Guest Minister Bishop Robert Stearns 
As the founder and executive director of Eagles’ Wings Ministries, Bishop Stearns is at the forefront of educating Christian communities worldwide regarding the role of Israel, the Jewish people, and our shared Judeo-Christian values. We look forward to seeing you!
Registration Now Open for 2024 Winter Women in the Wilds
Sinnemahoning State Park is now accepting registrations for the Winter Women in the Wilds event, which will be held at the park during the weekend of February 2-4, 2024.
The Women in the Wilds event at Sinnemahoning State Park is a ladies-only weekend of outdoor recreation and environmental education. The 2024 Winter WITW event offers women the opportunity to participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, wilderness survival, interpretive walks, Dutch oven cooking, yoga, nature crafts and more. A full list of class options will be sent to registered participants once the details are confirmed.
Week of firsts for Penn College athletics
A milestone for Pennsylvania College of Technology wrestlers and the first United East Conference Volt Division wins of the season for the men’s and women’s basketball teams were recorded this past week.
WRESTLING
Penn College finished first in a 14-team field and nine of its 24 wrestlers placed among the top six in their respective weight classes at the RIT Invitational on Saturday, marking the team’s first-ever tournament team title.
The Wildcats earned 138.5 points and outdid host RIT, with 129 points, and Williams College, ranked 21st in the most recent National Wrestling Coaches Association Tournament Team poll, with 128.5 points to round out the top three.
Drilling Permits Issued in Hector Twp., Potter County
| PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Hector Twp Township |
| Description: Gas permit issued on 11/28/2023 to GREYLOCK PROD LLC for site Ron 2 UH in Hector Twp township, Potter county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-11-28 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, permit, drilling, Gas |
| PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Hector Twp Township |
| Description: Gas permit issued on 11/28/2023 to GREYLOCK PROD LLC for site Ron 1 UH in Hector Twp township, Potter county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-11-28 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, permit, drilling, Gas |
Authorization # 1460250 disposed on 11/28/2023.
Subfacility ID=1399850 Name=Horizontal UTICA SHALE eMapPA search
Authorization # 1460308 disposed on 11/28/2023.
Matthew S. Leach, 44, of Russell, PA
Matthew S. Leach, 44, of Russell, PA., died peacefully Saturday, December 2, 2023 with his family at his bedside.
Friends may call on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 4 to 7 P.M. at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. A complete obituary will be announced on Tuesday.
Delores T. “Toots” Frey, 88, St. Marys, PA
Delores T. “Toots” Frey passed away peacefully at 88 ½ years old (she was very proud of the ½ of the year) Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home.
She was born May 3, 1935, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Leo and Agnes Krieg Samick. She was a lifelong resident of the area, formerly resided on South Michael Road, and was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1953. She was employed as an advertising sales representative for the Lake Shore Visitor and WKBI.
On September 15, 1956 in Queen of the World Church, she married Joseph R. Frey, who preceded her in death on January 28, 2015.
Michael D. Moscato, 52, of Emporium, PA
Michael D. Moscato, 52, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois, DuBois, PA on Saturday (December 2, 2023).
He was born March 22, 1971 in Coudersport, PA a son of William Moscato, Emporium and the late Phyllis Agliardo Moscato.
Mike graduated from Cameron County High School. He worked for DiNardo Paving Company in Johnsonburg for many years and most recently he worked for the Emporium borough street crew. He was a member of the VFW, Moose and the Christabelle Clubs. He enjoyed his yearly trips to the Gettysburg battlefield, working on automobiles and animals.
Robert L. BOWMAN, 83, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of New Holland
Robert L. BOWMAN, 83, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of New Holland, passed away Friday, December 1, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at UPMC Cole following a valiant battle with cancer.
Born October 3, 1940, in New Holland, he was the son of Aaron R. and Edna M. Weaver Bowman. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Monica F. (Deller).
He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who cared deeply for all his family. He was employed as a clerk for ten years and then a rural carrier for 25 years by the U.S. Postal Service in Lancaster County.
After retiring and relocating to Potter County, he delivered vehicles for Adelphia Communications throughout the country. Calling Potter County home for more than 25 years, Bob and Monica have been thoughtful stewards of “God’s Country” by maintaining roadsides and nature trails.
Bob was an active member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport, assisting in the kitchen, caring for church grounds as a “yard bird” and serving as a Eucharistic Minister for residents at a local nursing facility. He also compassionately served others by providing transportation for Potter County Human Services. In Lancaster County, he volunteered many years at Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church and as a Scout Leader for the Boy Scouts of America.
G2 Donates to The Pink Pumpkin Project
Front Row: Paysen Burris, Millie Naylor, Roux Brown-Ragno, Alanna Antonioli, Berkley Rovder, Emma Webster, Violet Petteys 2nd Row: Karlee Runser, Maive Gamache, May Todd, Etta George, Rhayna Coffed, Melanie Scutt, 3rd Row: Christy Lineman, Laci Miller-Geiger, Jonnie Geiger, Brynn Cygan, Jill Cygan, Paula Ketchner, Brooke George, Katie Oswald, 4th Row: Emily Cobb, Brinley Rossrucker, Sawyer Garfield, Emilia Lineman, Eliana McCarty, Carleigh Love, Ella Amidon, Mae Joyce, Avery Vosler, Back Row: Harper Joyce, Ava LaBella, Carly Reed, Cenadee Ainsworth, Ashley Oswald, Catence Taylor, Shelby Chamberlain, Reagan Artlip
G2 Gymnastics of Shinglehouse, PA hosted their annual Pink Out Flip Out in-house competition to kick off their 23-24 competitive season. The local club uses this as an opportunity to raise awareness and money for the Pink Pumpkin Project through various fundraisers such as a large basket raffle, event clothing order, concessions, and Warrior Wishes to honor all cancer fighters and those battling terminal illness. This year, G2 was able to donate $3,700 to the Pink Pumpkin Project to assist with emotional and financial support to local families fighting breast cancer and undergoing treatment. Representatives Paula Ketchner, Jill Cygan, and Brynn Cygan were there to receive the donation. G2 Gymnastics is honored and humbled to be even a small part of such an amazing project.