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The Potter-Tioga Maple weekend is celebrating their 21st year of hosting the art of maple syrup creation. There are 17 participating farms and educational experiences throughout the two counties on March 15 and 16 from 10 AM - 4 PM. Photo by Andy Lychalk, Jr.
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The Dental Assistant program, offered by Northern Pennsylvania Regional College’s Workforce Development Department, prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest-growing healthcare professions. The program prepares learners for entry-level positions as chair-side dental assistants and covers the history of dentistry, introduction to the dental office, the legal aspects of dentistry, introduction to oral anatomy, dental operatory, introduction to tooth structure (primary and permanent teeth), the oral cavity, and other areas.
After completing the program, students will have the opportunity to take the leading/industrial recognized certification exam. NPRC will provide the necessary details for students to schedule the exam independently. Exam costs are not included as part of the program.
This course is scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays, April 10 – June 12 from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Education Council’s Port Allegany office. The cost is $1,299/person. The deadline to register is Monday, April 3rd. For more information or to register, call (844) 350-7729 or email workforcedev@rrcnpa.org.
The Coudy Lions have kept busy during the winter months, continuing their weekly recycling at the Borough site. The monies collected from the donations that our citizens give plus the money made from aluminum and tin have allowed the club to continue to support our community.
Since last fall, several requests have been made for eyeglasses for adults and children. These requests were unusually more costly as the eyeglass needs were more specialized.
Our Salvation Army Bell Ringing Campaign last November and December proved successful, thanks to the generosity of our local citizens. New members Ron and Karen Hallett joined the fun, ringing the bell and greeting customers at the Dollar Store. A special thank you to the store for allowing us to set up out front. We raised $1000 dollars this year!!
This money stays local, going to our local region and is made available to local families during times of need, such as a fire and loss of their home.
With spring upon us, the club is gearing up for their road clean up along route 6, going west out of town.
We also plan to bring back the Strawberry Festival the first Friday in June, the day before the Marathon!! We look forward to seeing folks again as they enjoy the berries and ice cream. More on that will be posted!!
We welcome anyone who would like to become a Lion. We meet the first Monday of each month, at the Coudersport Ambulance Hall, at 5:30! Join Us!
William K. Dickerson “beloved father and grandfather”
William K. “Bill” Dickerson, 94, of Shinglehouse, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Sunday, March 10, 1929 in Olean, N.Y., he was a son of Harold J. and Edith LaDue Dickerson. On February 13, 1949 in Bolivar, N.Y., he married Theo A. Richardson, who passed away on August 21, 2022, after 73 years of wedded bliss.
Bill attended the Chrystal Country School, the Sharon Center County School, and the Millport Country School. For many years Bill was employed by Acme Electric in Allegany, N.Y. and also worked for Air-Preheater in Wellsville, N.Y. He was a lifelong farmer, running the family farm.
Bill was a member of the former Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Shinglehouse. He served on the Board of Directors of the Maple Grove Cemetery Association in Shinglehouse, and was a member and past president of the Oswayo Valley Historical Society in Shinglehouse. He loved woodworking and enjoyed his model trains, having donated a train he made which is on display in the Oswayo Valley Memorial Library in Shinglehouse. In his younger years, he enjoyed deer hunting. His greatest love was his family.
Left to cherish his memory are seven children, Lila Curry of Genesee, Karl (Ronda) Dickerson of Eleven Mile Road, Carolyn (Dave) Gustin of Shinglehouse, Earl (Sharon) Dickerson of Shinglehouse, Don (Judy) Dickerson of Eleven Mile Road, Rod (Kim) Dickerson of Eleven Mile Road, and Bradley (Carla) Dickerson of McConnellsburg; twenty-one grandchildren; thirty-six great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Lowell “Tom” (Cecelia) Dickerson of Shinglehouse; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and beloved wife, Bill was predeceased by a daughter, Lois Maryette Duell; five grandchildren, Shellia Duell, Andrew Nelson, Melissa Drake, Jessica Dickerson, and William “Billy” Dickerson; one great-grandchild, Dawson Mesler; four brothers, Edward Dickerson, Jerald Dickerson, Robert Dickerson, and Orin Dickerson; a sister, Betty Linza; and three sons-in-law, Ed Curry, Buck Drake, and Chester “Bill” Duell; and a daughter-in-law, Susan Dickerson.
Family and friends may call from 6pm to 8pm on Thursday and from 11am to 12 noon on Friday, March 31, 2023, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 12 noon with Alan L. Mertsock, pastor of Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle, officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Oswayo Valley Memorial Library, PO Box 188, Shinglehouse, PA 16748 or to the Oswayo Valley Historical Society, PO Box 603, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Bill entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Bill, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Karen L. Kornacki, 71, of Bradford, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at the Buffalo General Medical Center, Buffalo, NY.
She was born on June 3, 1951 in Bradford, a daughter of Caroline Pinkerton Greek and the late Alvia Greek.
She was a 1969 graduate of the former Limestone School, Limestone, NY and she earned her degree in cosmetology from BOCES, Olean, NY.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Bradford. She enjoyed going to the Bradford Family YMCA and swimming and she loved to sew and make items for her friends and family.
She was employed by the former Corning Electronics, Bradford, for several years prior to moving to Lancaster. While in Lancaster she worked for the QVC shopping channel before moving back to Bradford. Throughout her life she was also a hairdresser; working for herself and for others.
In addition to her mother, Caroline Maben of Limestone she is also survived by three sons, David (June Schuppenhauer) Kornacki, Steven Kornacki and Michael Kornacki all of Bradford; five sisters, Shirley (John) Morris of Pittsburgh, Connie (Jim) Cramer of Bradford, Susan (Larry) Eberly of Limestone, Debra (Bryan) Woods of Limestone and Michele Myers of Limestone; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father; she was also preceded in death by one brother, Jerry Greek and her stepfather, John Maben.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Private burial will be in Limestone Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to the American Cancer Society, 108R North Second St., Suite 1B, Clearfield, PA 16830.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Wednesday, Mar 29 @ 6:42 AM | Wintry travel impacts possible this evening! A band of moderate to briefly heavy snow and rain will cross central & northern PA from 4-10 PM today. Temps start above freezing, so roads start wet then potentially turn slick as temps fall. Highest risk areas for slippery roads and reduced visibility will be across the Northern Tier and Laurel Highlands. The snow and rain showers should gradually weaken as they move southeast. #PAwx
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is investigating a series of phone calls made to 911 centers about schools across the Commonwealth involving threats of an active shooter situation or bomb threat.
These phone calls were made to several schools in different counties. All calls have had similar content. All calls are being thoroughly investigated and responded to by law enforcement.
These calls have created lockdowns and/or evacuations of the schools with a large response from police and emergency services.
The PSP has responded to all incidents in our primary coverage areas and has been in contact with municipal law enforcement partners investigating these incidents in their coverage areas.
At this time, all claims in these calls have been determined to be false. All schools involved have been cleared or are in the process of being cleared by law enforcement.
I would like to take this opportunity to announce my candidacy for Potter County Sheriff. I lived in Potter County for several years after attending college and then moved to Alaska to pursue a career in law enforcement. I started working as a Correctional Officer in a maximum-security prison in Juneau, AK for about 21 months.
In January of 1986, I was hired by the Juneau Police Department as a Patrol Officer. Approximately 4 years later, I was assigned to the Investigations Unit for approximately 3 years.
I was promoted back to the Patrol Unit as a sergeant where I supervised a patrol team for approximately 6 years. I was assigned back to the Investigations Unit, where I supervised major investigations for 5 years. As the Investigations Sergeant, I also oversaw two drug enforcement officers assigned to the Southeast Alaska Drug Task Force. During my time as a sergeant, I participated in numerous supervisory training classes.
My final assignment for the Department was in an administrative position where I restructured the Department’s training requirements and training schedule.
While employed by the Juneau Police Department, I had several ancillary duties. I was an Accident Reconstructionist for 16 years, and I was a member of the SWAT Team for 11 years. I held certifications from the FBI, NRA and the State of Alaska as a firearms instructor, and I was a certified Emergency Vehicle Operations instructor. I held an Advanced Police Officer certification from the State of Alaska and was awarded the Police Medal of Honor in 1993.
In the year 2000, I had the privilege of attending the Southwest Law Enforcement Institute’s, Law Enforcement Management College located in Plano, Texas. I successfully completed and graduated from the intensive 2 month long college level management course geared specifically toward law enforcement management.
After nearly 22 years in Law enforcement, I retired and my wife, Lynetta and I returned to Potter County to raise our twin girls.
I have served Potter County as a Deputy Sheriff with the Potter County Sheriff’s Department since 2016. I am currently certified by the Pennsylvania Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff Education and Training Board. I am also certified by the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission as a Firearms Instructor. I have a clear understanding of the duties of the Sheriff Department. I would be honored to serve the people of Potter County as your Sheriff. Early in my career, I was taught to treat people fairly and with respect. As your Sheriff, I will continue to do so.
The time I served in the corrections environment will aid me in this position as the Sheriff sits on the Potter County Jail Board. My time as a Police Sergeant and management experience will benefit me in carrying out the duties of the Sheriff.
My family attends the Gold Church where I have served as Moderator, Trustee and Chairperson for the building committee while building our new church. I am a coach for the Black Forest Youth Trap Team and have done so for the last several years.
Thank you for considering me for sheriff. I am the only candidate with 28 years experience in law enforcement, of which the last, almost 7 years have been with the Potter County Sheriff’s Department. I am the only candidate that is currently certified with the State of Pennsylvania and will not have to attend a 19 week, residential academy to become a certified Sheriff. I look forward to continuing my service to the people of Potter County. Please vote KEVIN SISKA for Potter County Sheriff in the Republican Primary Election on May 16th. I would also welcome and encourage all write-in Democratic votes. Again, Thank You!
ELK COUNTY, Pa (WTAJ) — A Pennsylvania man is facing a slew of burglary and theft charges after being accused of stealing scrap from multiple facilities.
Nicholas White, 23, of Eldred, was arrested in New York in April 2022 and brought back to Pennsylvania to face the theft charges. According to Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) out of Ridgway approximately $42,894 in scrap was stolen. Read more………….
Montoursville, PA – A bridge preservation project is scheduled to begin on Route 15 in Tioga Township, Tioga County on Monday, April 3.
The project is located on Route 15 at the northbound structure over Mill Creek Reservoir between the Route 6 (Mansfield/Wellsboro) interchange and Route 287 (Tioga/Tioga Junction) interchange.
Structure work includes deck patching and placing a new epoxy overlay on the structure. Motorists can expect a single lane condition with barrier during construction. A 19-foot lane restriction will begin in early April and is expected to be lifted in September 2023.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays, watch for stopped traffic, and drive with caution through the work zone.
RAM Construction Services of Michigan is the prime contractor on this $1,200,000 bridge preservation project. Work is expected to be complete in September 2023.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 3/24/2023 to EQT ARO LLC in McIntyre Twp, Lycoming county. CSL 402(b) – POTENTIAL POLLUTION – Conducting an activity regulated by a permit issued pursuant to Section 402 of The Clean Streams Law to prevent the potential of pollution to waters of the Commonwealth without a permit or contrary to a permit issued under that authority by the Department.
Montoursville, PA – A bridge improvement project is set to begin mid-April on Route 49 in Elkland Borough, Tioga County.
The project is located on Route 49 between Route 4022 (Lakeview Road) in Nelson Township to one-quarter mile east of the intersection with Route 4023 (East Main Street) in Elkland Borough.
The bridge rehabilitation work includes parapet replacement, deck repairs, epoxy overlay, and resurfacing of roadway. Motorists can expect a single lane condition with temporary traffic signals and an 11-foot width restriction to begin in mid-April and end in November 2023.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays, watch for stopped traffic, and drive with caution through the work zone.
LTT Trucking, LLC is the prime contractor on this $1,200,000 bridge improvement project. Work is expected to be complete in late November 2023.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
“The Journey Matters” grief support class will be held Saturday, April 1st from 10-11:00am at the Thomas Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport. We are so excited to provide our community with the opportunity to support one another through the stages of grief. To reserve your seat please call Lisa Brennan @ 570-712-7418 or the Fickinger Funeral Home @ 814-274-8888 to reserve your seat for this free event.
Additional photos at Coudersport Fire Dept. Facebook page
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MSG: DISPATCHED: 03/28/23 15:26:34
FIREST1 : STRUCTURE FIRE – 1ST ALARM
448 E SECOND ST, Apt , COUDERSPT
Cross Streets : CENTER PARK * CRANDALL ST
Chief 48 Phelps was updated while enroute by Tioga Co 911 that they had received numerous calls reporting fire/smoke showing with numerous buildings involved.
Chief Phelps arrived in approx. 3 minutes, checked with individuals on-scene that no one was in the buildings and confirmed that two buildings ( Garage 30×60 and a Green house 30×80) were involved and threatening 4 other buildings in close proximity with individuals attempting to keep them cool with garden hoses til FF’s arrived.
All of our units were responding with crews and some POV’s already on scene with Chief Phelps, Phelps requested off of his second alarm assignment the closest Engine/Squad Co and his next due Dept with a ladder( Roulette – 46, Galeton 10 ).
Crews quickly went to work off Tanker 48 with a 2.5 Blitzfire and a 1.75 lin stretched to the D Exposure. Crews knocked the fire down with the Blitzfire then split it w/a Gated Y providing two additional 1.75 lines in service while individuals that arrived with POV tied them into the nearby hydrant on Ctr Park for a water supply.
Engine 48-1 laid 5″ supply line(600′) from Tanker 48 around Ctr Park to the other side of the fire and stretched a 1.75 for exposures and then transitioned to assist with attack and overhaul.
Truck 48 set up to vent or if need be go defensive, while Rescue 48 provided additional manpower/support and Cascade.
All mutual aid companies assisted with manpower for extinguishment, overhaul and placing units in-service.
The fire was brought under control at approximately 15:50 hrs with extensive overhaul due to hay bales and other items being involved to obtain full extinguishment with all units retuning at approximately 6pm to our station to clean gear/equipment and ready for the next alarm and to eat a meal prepared members.
Assisted at the scene by the following:
Port Allegany 3 – RIT
CDSPT Boro PD
CDSPT PSP
Dept 49 – Cdspt Amb
Roulette – 46
Galeton – 10
Shiglehouse – 39 Stood by at our Station
While several other depts stood by for our mutual aid companies while they were assisting us. In all 30 members of our department answered the call and in total appropriately 55 FF’s.
There were no Injuries reported and the fire was ruled Undetermined in nature with a cost estimate of approximately $50-70,000 and the buildings are insured and the business remains open.
This Saturday, April 1, the opening day of Pennsylvania’s statewide trout season, registration forms for the 32nd Annual Upper Pine Creek Trout Tournament sponsored by the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon Snowmobile Club will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the organization’s clubhouse at 4814 Route 6, 12 miles west of Wellsboro. The clubhouse is located on the south side of Route 6, halfway between Wellsboro and Galeton.
Those who want to register in advance and pick up bags, badges and maps can stop in at the clubhouse any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. this Saturday. The fee to enter the tournament is $25 per adult and $15 for youth under 16 now through Monday, May 1. Beginning May 2, the entry fee for adults will increase to $30; the fee for youth under 16 will remain the same.
The next time the clubhouse will be open for in-person registration will be on Friday, May 19, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and during tournament hours on Saturday, May 20 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 21 from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
To register online for the tournament, visit www.pagrandcanyonsnowmobileclub.com anytime and download a registration form. Registration forms can also be found at businesses in the area in Potter and Tioga counties.
Up to $14,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded during the two-day tournament. The top cash prize is $1,000. There will also be six $500 cash prizes. The minimum prize for a tagged fish is $50 and may be cash, merchandise or a gift card or a combination of the three.
For more information, about this tournament, call 1-717-881-9358 or the club at 570-724-2888 or visit the club’s website at www.pagrandcanyonsnowmobileclub.com or its Facebook page.
Coudersport, Pa., March 28, 2023 – UPMC is looking for volunteers to assist chaplains with spiritual care visits at UPMC Cole.
Qualified candidates will assist two-to-three hours per week on a flexible schedule. Volunteer chaplain assistants also must complete a six-hour training program prior to serving. The next training session is being held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, at UPMC Cole, 1001 E. 2nd St., Coudersport, in the first-floor main conference room. Registration for this training is due Monday, April 3.
During the training, volunteers will learn about UPMC’s mission, vision, and values; how to assess a patient’s spiritual needs; how to structure a pastoral/patient visit; and effective patient-centered listening techniques.
For more information or to register for the volunteer chaplain assistant training, contact Andrea Streich, executive director, Cole Foundation, at 814-274-5520 or streichaf@UPMC.edu.
The Black Forest Falcons Youth Trap Team got their second win of the season on Tuesday evening, March 28th, over Oswayo Valley 181-171. The top eight Falcons included:
Owen Deutschlander – 24 Owen Daniels – 23 Caine Wright – 23 Brooke Tubbs – 23 Logan Jackson – 22 Owen Gill – 22 Ethan Hamilton – 22 Carter Thompson – 22 The Falcons’ next match is scheduled for Tuesday, April 4th, at Otto Eldred.
Margaret R. “Peggy” Marconi, 99, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of Joseph Road, St. Marys, PA died on Monday, March 27, 2023.
She was born on August 22, 1923 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late to Philip H. and Maryetta Virginia Miller Dougherty. She was the second of 7 children and was the last surviving member of her family.
Peggy attended the Holy Rosary School in Johnsonburg and graduated from the Johnsonburg High School in 1942.
She married Edward Sporner who preceded her in death and then married John Marconi Jr. on May 3, 1951 who also preceded her in death. She worked At Stackpole Carbon Company during WW II and later was joint owner of the John Marconi Trucking business until John’s retirement.
Peggy belonged to the C.D.A., Altar Society for over 50 years and was secretary- recorder of the local Catholic Knights of St. George/ William Penn Association.
She had a life dream of becoming a teacher, but became caregiver for her younger siblings after both parents died while she was still a teenager.
At her stay at Pinecrest, she won the hearts of many who cared for her. She will be remembered by those who knew her for her wit, generosity and willingness to help and teach others.
She is survived by an adopted son Stephen J. Marconi and his wife; Marilyn of Daguscahonda, and by four grandchildren; Theresa (Matthew Wilson), Michael, Melinda and Nicholas Marconi.
In addition to her first and second husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters; Frances Brody, Alice Berryhill, Bertha Ehredt and her brothers Philip as a child, James Edward, Eugene and Raymond Dougherty.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Margaret “Peggy” Marconi will be celebrated on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas Curry, OSB, as celebrant.
Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Community Nurses. Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
