RIDGWAY, PA: The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) is inviting residents, businesses, and community leaders to participate in a short public survey to help shape the region’s 2026–2030 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS).

The CEDS serves as the region’s economic roadmap, guiding priorities for workforce development, infrastructure investment, business growth, housing, innovation, and regional collaboration across Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, and Potter Counties. The strategy also ensures the region remains eligible for federal funding assistance through the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA).

BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are proud to announce the winners of the 2026 March Star Awards. This month’s BRMC and OGH recipients wereErica Williams and Kristina Deibler, respectively.

Erica Williams, a client and network technician in the information technology department, joined the organization in 2024.

Hunters and members of waterfowl organizations have several options to ask questions and voice opinions on the 2026-27 proposed migratory game bird seasons.

Questions or comments can be submitted by email to waterfowlcomments@pa.gov, or by mail to Pennsylvania Game Commission, Bureau of Wildlife Management, 2001 Elmerton Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17110-9797.

On March 7th Wellsville Fire Department was dispatched to the American Legion on Jefferson St. Update all units recalled alarm was caused by burning popcorn

On March 7th Portville Fire Department was dispatched to Long Hollow Rd. for a possible fire in the area

On March 7th Wellsville Fire Department was dispatched to Jefferson St. for the smelll of natural gas

The National Weather Service in State College PA has issued a Tornado Warning for… Southwestern McKean County in north central Pennsylvania… Southeastern Warren County in north central Pennsylvania… Until 415 PM EST. At 354 PM EST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Sheffield, moving east at 60 mph.

HAZARD…Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include… Sheffield, Wetmore, and Ludlow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. TORNADO…RADAR INDICATED; MAX HAIL SIZE…1.00 IN

On March 7th Bradford Twp. Fire Department was dispatched to High St. For a fire alarm

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 25 IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EST THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN PENNSYLVANIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 8 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA CAMBRIA CAMERON CLEARFIELD ELK MCKEAN POTTER SOMERSET WARREN THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BRADFORD, CLEARFIELD, COUDERSPORT, DUBOIS, EMPORIUM, JOHNSTOWN, RIDGWAY, SOMERSET, ST. MARYS, AND WARREN.

On March 7th Johnsonburg Fire Department was dispatched to 505 Penn St. for a gas leak

Larry and Phyllis Hamilton were recently honored at an open house celebrating their retirement after more than 45 years of dedication to Hamilton’s Maple Farm in Ulysses! This family-owned and operated business has been producing maple syrup for more than 12 decades. In honor of the occasion, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) presented the Hamiltons with a congratulatory citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Maple production will continue at the farm under the leadership of the next generation of Hamiltons, with Marshall and Deborah at the helm.

WARREN – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is partnering with the Barbara Moscato Memorial Library, located at 27 West 4th Street in Emporium, to offer Art Adventures, an art series for children ages five-and-up and their caregivers. This series, composed entirely of free courses, will begin in April and continue through the summer. 

Participants will learn about a famous artist and explore a new art medium each month. Sessions include acrylic painting inspired by Claude Monet, clay sculpting inspired by Michelangelo, polka dot art inspired by Yayoi Kusama, and printmaking inspired by Albrecht Dürer. Attendance is limited, so pre-registration is recommended for each session at https://bit.ly/NPRC-Art-Adventures-Emporium. 

These courses offer a great opportunity for parents and guardians to bond with their children and encourage creativity and learning as the summer break approaches. The full course schedule includes: 

• Monday, April 6 from 5:30 to 6:30 PM – Acrylic painting based on works by Claude Monet. 
• Monday, May 4 from 5:30 to 6:30 PM – Creating clay angels based on the works of Michelangelo 
• Saturday, June 6 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM – Polka Dot art based on the works of Yayoi Kusama 
• Saturday, July 11 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM – Printmaking based on Albrecht Dure 

For more information about these classes, please contact Anne McNeal, Community Liaison for Northern Pennsylvania Regional College by email at amcneal@rrcnpa.org.

Author Bill Robertson to Present Free Golden Afternoons Program about The American Revolutionary War This Coming Tuesday, March 10 

William P. “Bill” Robertson of Duke Center in McKean County, PA will present information about American Revolutionary War battles from two books he has written during the free Golden Afternoons program at 1 p.m. this coming Tuesday, March 10 in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.

This program is free. Anyone who is 65 years of age or older is welcome to attend. Free refreshments will be provided.

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) placed a radar-controlled speed display board this week on Route 770 in Bradford Township, McKean County. It is intended to remind drivers to obey the posted speed limit and reduce speeding, a common type of aggressive driving behavior.

This board faces westbound traffic on Route 770 between Route 4005 (High Street) and Creekside Drive in a 45 mile per hour zone. The board utilizes radar to determine the speeds of oncoming traffic and posts them to the lighted section of the sign. The board will remain in place for four to six weeks.

Looking for a reliable female Caregiver to provide care for an elderly woman in her home in the Coudersport-Roulette area, 2-4 hours per day, possibly more. Must have good references. 

Call or text (814)558-6642