Leek Dinner Sunday At The Port Allegany Moose
The Port Allegany Moose Lodge 460 will be serving a Ham and Leek Dinner Sunday, April 23 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Cost is $12 per person and the menu includes: leek soup, leek dip, ham, leeks – raw and cooked, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, bread and desserts. Pictured are volunteers cleaning and preparing leeks for Sunday’s event.
PennDOT Cameron/Potter County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of April 24 – April 28, 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Cameron/Potter County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of April 24 – April 28, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
Cameron County 0240
Brushing/ Inlet Cleaning:
- State Route: 3001 (More/Whittimoore Hill Road)
Crack Sealing:
- State Route: 3001 (More/Whittimoore Hill Road)
Potter County 0260
Bridge Cleaning:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Sign Repairs/Replacement:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Shoulder Cutting:
- State Route: 3006 (Ice Mine Road)
- State Route: 0044 (Coneville Area)
Pipe Replacement:
- State Route: 4001 (Sartwell Creek Road)
Spray Patching:
- State Route: 1010 (Genesee/Mills Road)
- State Route: 0006 (Coudersport Area)
Ditching:
- State Route: 1008 (Cross Road)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Potter County 0260
- Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc: Preliminary work including guiderail removal and shoulder stabilization on US Route 6 (Port Allegany to Coudersport). During this time roadway flaggers will control traffic in alternating patterns. As structure repairs begin in the later spring temporary traffic signals will be set to enforce the alternating traffic patterns.
- Nestlerode Contracting Company, Inc: Bridge replacement on State Route 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road). Detour will be in place traffic will use State Route 1012 (Jackson Road), State Route 49, and State Route 1011.
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance work schedule for the week of April 24 – April 28, 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation McKean County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of April 24 – April 28, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
McKean County 0250
Sign Repairs and Upgrades:
- Various State Routes throughout the County
Bridge Cleaning:
- State Route: Various Repairs throughout county
Patching:
- State Route: 0059 (Bingham Road to Ormsby Y)
Crack Sealing:
- State Route: 0646 (Ormsby Y to Rew)
Grading Dirt Roads:
- State Route: 1001 (Bell Run Road)
- State Route: 1003 (Doyle Hollow Road)
- State Route: 2004 (Christian Hollow Road)
Pipe Replacement:
- State Route: 0246 (Looker Mountain Trail)
- State Route: 0046 (Rew/Farmers Valley Road and Columbia Hill Road)
- State Route: 1015 (Rixford Area)
Ditching:
- State Route: 0346 (Duke Center to Red Rock)
Occupants Trapped in Wellsville Apartment Fire at 22 West State Street
At 2:19 PM on Saturday, Wellsville & Andover have been dispatched to a structure fire in the apartments behind the Kwik Fill. Smoke & fire showing. Trapped occupants jumping from building.
Allentown & Scio dispatched.
One occupant is being transported to hospital. One occupant is still entrapped.
UPDATE: After an aggressive search by Wellsville and Allentown units no other occupants were located.
Allentown Volunteer Fire Company Inc.
Around 14:30 AVFC units were dispatched with an engine and manpower to the scene of a working building fire in a combination business/apartment building. Allentown crews were directed to assist with primary searches of division 2 by entering the D side stairwell.
It was reported that 1 resident jumped out of the 2nd story window to avoid the fire and 1 was potentially still inside. After an aggressive search by Wellsville and Allentown units no other occupants were located. Crews immediately switched to fire attack and control.
Given the obstacles and conditions crews made excellent work to preserve as much as possible. The occupant who was injured was treated and transported by Wellsville Ambulance to Jones memorial hospital.
9 Allentown members responded to the scene.
Great work to Wellsville on their professional and quick response! Thank you to Bolivar for providing an engine and crew to cover our district.
Allentown units returned to service shortly before 20:00
Roulette Township Office Closed Until Tuesday
Roulette Township
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT: The township office will be closed from Friday, April 21 until Tuesday, May 2 due to the PSATS Conference.
If you have an emergency during the day please call the sewer plant at 814-544-4080, if they don’t answer please leave a message and they will call you back.
The payment box will be emptied every morning so you can drop payments off and they will be entered when I return.
If you have an emergency after hours you will have to call Supervisors Morey at 814-544-5978 or Supervisor Johnson at 814-558-1804. Thank you
UPMC Eye Doctor: Understanding Cataracts
Wesley Adams, M.D.
Ophthalmology, UPMC
Are you over the age of 40 and have blurred, cloudy, or foggy vision? If so, you may be dealing with cataracts.
Cataracts are the result of a normal aging process in which the eyes’ natural proteins gradually lose their clarity, clouding the natural lens inside of the eye. This clouding interferes with light passing to the back of the eye, causing the blurriness associated with cataract. The aforementioned symptoms are often the first to show, but a glare or halo around lights at night, increased difficulty driving at night, double vision in one eye, or a change in your eyeglass prescription also indicate cataract.
Cataracts are the most common cause of blindness in the world, and they affect more than 24 million Americans over the age of 40 and will affect half of Americans by the age of 75. The earlier you recognize cataract symptoms, the sooner you and your eye doctor can determine if cataract or some other problem is causing changes in your vision.
Diagnosing Cataracts
Routine eye exams help screen for cataracts. It is best to not opt out of dilation drops during these comprehensive exams, unless your doctor says otherwise. These drops may be a bit uncomfortable but are used to better examine the lenses and other parts of your eye.
If your doctor detects cataracts during your eye exam, they are categorized by the location or layer of the lens in which they are found:
- Nuclear – Start in the center of the lens and most likely caused by the hardening of the lens, a common age-related circumstance.
- Cortical – Appear as white spots or even wedges of cloudiness on the lens of the eye and move from the outer edges of the lens toward the center of the eye.
- Subcapsular – Cloudiness in the eye begins at the back of the lens and may create a halo effect and glare around lights.
Treatment and Prevention
Early on, cataracts may cause no symptoms at all. At times, when cataracts are still mild, you and your doctor may decide on simple measures like increasing light while reading, making adjustments to your eyeglass prescription, wearing anti-glare lenses, and the use of other vision aids like magnifying glasses.
If cataracts truly affect your quality and the activities of everyday life, surgery can be an option, especially when non-surgical treatments are not likely to work. Cataract surgery is a common procedure in which the cloudy lens is removed from the affected eye and replaced with an artificial lens implant.
If we live long enough, most of us will develop cataract and eventually need surgery. Age and genetics play a large role in the timing of cataract formation. Smoking, poor nutrition, diabetes, trauma, and exposure to the sun are all linked to the development of cataracts. While there is no definitive way to prevent cataract there are some simple steps you can take that may slow their formation. It is best to follow a healthy lifestyle and make changes for the health of your eyes with the following tips:
- Eye Protection – To prevent unwanted eye injuries, wear appropriate safety glasses when there’s risk of eye injury, especially when playing sports or using power tools.
- Quit Smoking – Smoking is not good for your health and is linked to an increased chance of developing cataracts.
- Eat a Healthy Diet – Leafy greens and fruits are full of antioxidants and vitamins that benefit not only your eyes, but your overall health.
- If you are Diabetic – Work with your doctor to control diabetes and blood sugar.
- Sun Protection – Wear a hat with a wide brim along with sunglasses to help block the sun.
Blurring from cataract is usually gradual and cataract itself does not cause pain. It takes an examination by an eye doctor to determine if your vision changes are caused by cataract or some other problem and if surgery is appropriate. Sudden or rapid changes in vision are unlikely to be caused by cataract and may represent some other eye emergency. If at any time you notice a change in your vision, it is important to schedule an eye examination and meet with an ophthalmologist to discuss your concerns.
Wesley Adams, M.D., is with UPMC Ophthalmology and sees patients at 1705 Warren Ave., Williamsport. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Adams, call 570-320-7850. For more information, visit UPMC.com/VisionNCPA.
Patricia D. Ellis, 85, of Wellsboro, PA
Patricia D. Ellis, 85, of Wellsboro, PA passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Thursday, April 20, 2023.
She was born on January 25, 1938, to John and Anna (Mason) Wilson. On January 15, 1956, she married Frank L. Ellis and shared 44 wonderful years together. Patricia loved bird watching, reading, gardening, and spending time with her family.
Patricia is survived by her three daughters, Donna (Dave) Cleveland, Debbie (Jeff) Bowen and Connie (Chris) Howe, all of Wellsboro; grandchildren Brandi Cleveland, Lorraine (John) Cherepko, Devin Howe and Brian (Barrie) Bowen; great grandchildren Alanah Starkweather, Samantha (Mark) Kirk and Nikolas Bowen; siblings Mary, Betty, and Jack; and multiple nieces and nephews.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; husband Frank; siblings Thelma, Joyce, Alice, Leroy, Elwood, Jerry; and dear friend Wes Starkweather.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Patricia’s life from noon to 1pm Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, with a funeral service to follow at 1pm. The burial will be at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.
Contributions to her memory may be made out to the Green Free Library, or Goodies for Our Troops. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Kelly Bruno Is Seeking A Seat On Coudersport Borough Council
Let me introduce myself, my name is Kelly Libby Bruno, and I am running for Borough Council!
Some of you know me, some of you don’t. Although I moved to Coudersport three years ago, my story doesn’t end there. I have been involved in our community for much longer than that by participating in organizations and projects.
I organize the yearly maple festival and townwide yard sales, lead the Chamber of Commerce and Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance Association, and represent our community on the Comprehensive Economic Develop Strategy Committee (CEDS).
In addition, I have worked at JVB bank across from the consistory building for over ten years. I love our community; it is the reason why I moved my family here three years ago. With that said, I also realize that the Borough can use some fresh air. We have the same people, with the same agendas, thoughts, and ideas doing the same thing over and over again. We need some change! Not change for change’s sake, but to be the best community we can be and seize opportunities we may have turned down in the past.
I am running for Coudersport Borough Council and would really appreciate your vote this May so that we can make a difference together. If you want to contact me to talk more about my ideas, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at 814-331-5724.
Thank you for your support.
RECALLS
Lipari Foods Recalls Ground Cumin Because of Possible Health Risk
WARREN, Mich. – Lipari Foods has issued a voluntary recall of a specific lot of Lipari Branded Ground Cumin Tubs manufactured by International Food due to potential presence of Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is an organism, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
Alef Sausage Inc., a Mundelein, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 61,574 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) halal meat and poultry sausage products due to misbranding and possible temperature abuse. The products were not labeled with a handling statement indicating that they should be kept refrigerated, which could lead to temperature abuse of the products.
Abbyland Foods, an Abbotsford, Wis., establishment, is recalling approximately 11,800 pounds of frozen turkey meatballs that are labeled as turkey sausage patties due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen. The product contains soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.
Sandra Lee Blair, from Palm Coast, FL
Sandra Lee Blair, from Palm Coast, FL passed away Monday, Jan. 16, 2023 from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). She was 59 years old.
She’s preceded in death by her parents, Linda and Theodore “Casper” Burger.
She’s survived by her devoted husband of 39 years, Todd Blair; her children, Samantha (Robert) Stansell and Joshua (Julianne) Blair; and her three adored grandchildren, Bailey, Everett, and Easton. We’re comforted in knowing our angel on Earth has now grown her wings.
Sandi was born Dec. 7, 1963, in Bradford, Pa. There, she grew up, attending Bradford Area High School, Slippery Rock University, and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. She received an Associate in Nursing. July 23, 1983, she married Todd Blair in Derrick City, Pa.
Sandi’s 37-year-long career caring for others began as a nurse in Las Vegas in 1984. As a proud military spouse, she had the opportunity to work in hospitals all over the country, including Ohio, Pennsylvania, California, and Florida. She was very proud of her time as a registered nurse at Edwards Air Force Base in California where she was part of the Shuttle Recovery Team for NASA. Once settled in Florida, she received a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Management at Daytona State College.
A lifelong animal lover, Sandi had a particular fondness for basset hounds and was ready to fight Todd for the remote each Thanksgiving to turn on the National Dog Show. She and Todd made amazing memories traveling to South Africa, Australia, and Scotland, and when she was too sick to travel, Todd brought the experiences to her-even having bagpipers play outside her hospital window. Her grandchildren always brought a smile to her face, and she loved spending time with them and celebrating every one of their achievements.
After receiving her diagnosis in early 2020, Sandi participated in several medical studies to advance ALS research in hopes of finding a cure. She also volunteered her former daughter-in-law, Jamie Lewis, to write a children’s book to help her grandkids and others understand ALS. Sandi and her youngest grandson, Easton, became the main characters in the illustrated book, And Love Speaks, which has now made its way into homes and schools all over the world. Her final act of selflessness was donating her vital organs to further ALS research after her passing. Sandi spent her life giving back to others, and her impact will carry on forever.
There will be a Graveside Service at 11 a.m. Friday, May 5th at Willow Dale Cemetery, 30 Hedgehog Ln. Bradford, PA 16701.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Sandi’s name to any of these organizations: The ALS Association, Team Gleason, Hope Loves Company.
Potter County Artisan Co-op in Coudersport Events For Saturday, April 29th
The Potter County Artisan Co-op in Coudersport is welcoming Spring with two events on Saturday, April 29, 2023.
Basket weaver Cathy Snyder will teach a hiker/foraging basket class that day from 9:00am to 4:30 pm.
The co-op will have a May Day Open House from 3:00pm until 7:00 pm. There will be free refreshments and live music. Pennsylvania Department of Health staff will be administering free Covid 19 vaccines at the Co-op during the Open House. Free test kits will also be available. Anyone who gets a shot will receive a $25 gift certificate from Sheetz.
The Co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street across from the gazebo and is open 9:00am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday. FMI: call 814-274-8165 or email: pottercountyartisancenter@gmail.com
The Co-op is a juried collective of local fine art and master craftsmanship. Available items include: maple syrup, honey. pickles and relishes, artisan cheese, knitted and crocheted hats, and quilted items natural soaps ,and herbal teas The center has handmade pottery—from beer steins to coffee mugs. There’s also a variety of baskets, painted gourds, photographs, wildlife drawings, paintings, dream catchers, greeting cards ,books and Eliot Ness Fest memorabilia including t-shirts. Each item is unique—none are the exact same and each has been individually crafted by local artisans.
George J. Schleicher, 81, of 100 High Point Dr., Kane, PA
George J. Schleicher, 81, of 100 High Point Dr., Kane, PA passed away on April 18, 2023 at UPMC-Kane. He was born on Dec. 23, 1941 in Braddock, the son of the late Wallace and Rosaline (Heinz) Schleicher.
Mr. Schleicher is survived by two sisters, Mary Morrison of Kane and Hilda Haehn of Pittsfield. and two brothers, Bill (Leanna) Schleicher and Louis (Sharon) Schleicher, both of Kane.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister Myrtle Harris and two brothers bob Schleicher and Wally Schleicher.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Sandra Lee Armstrong, 84, of Kane, PA
Sandra Lee Armstrong, 84, of Kane, PA passed away on April 16, 2023, at the Lutheran Home at Kane
Born December 10, 1938, in Kane she was a daughter of the late William and June (Sloan) Nichols. On October 24, 1957, in Falconer, NY, Sandy married James R. Armstrong who preceded her in death in 2022.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church and the King’s Daughters Missionary Society. Sandy had previously worked as a Secretary for Beneficial Finance for 17 years
Surviving are a daughter, Lori Ann Dupere of Ocala, FL; a sister, Darlene Olson; brother, Kenneth L Nichols; and several nieces & nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her brother, Keith Nichols.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Cummings Funeral Home, Inc., Kane, PA.
There will be no public services.
Burial will take place in the Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Kane Garden Club % Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. and we will see that the club receives them.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
Dale D. “Satch” Jewart, 81, of Park Avenue, Eldred, PA
Dale D. “Satch” Jewart, 81, of Park Avenue, Eldred, PA passed away on Thursday (April 20, 2023) at Lakeview Senior Center.
Born on June 28, 1941, in Punxsutawney, he was the son of Dale and Bernice Shirey Jewart Sr. On May 23, 1964, in the Eldred United Methodist Church, he married Marie Carey, who preceded him in death on Jan. 18, 2022.
Dale was a 1959 graduate of Port Allegany High School, where he excelled in basketball and football. He then enlisted into the U.S. Navy. He had been employed by North Penn, which later became UGI, and worked many years in production.
Dale loved to watch NASCAR, and enjoyed hunting and especially his Springer Spaniels. He was also a current member of the Port Allegany Masonic Lodge.
Surviving are two daughters, Jamie (Brent) Schoonover of Shinglehouse and Tracy (Marty) Marrone of Eldred; one brother, Thomas (Elaine) Jewart of Pittsburgh; two grandchildren, Jessica and Dylan Schoonover; and a great-grandchild, Lucas Schoonover.
He was preceded in death by his son, James H. Jewart on Sept. 9, 2022.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with Pastor Jim Cannistraci officiating. Burial will be in Lamphier Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Windham Twp, Wyoming County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 4/21/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Windham Twp, Wyoming county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-04-21 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |