Pennsylvania Lumber Museum
Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8, 2023
Rain or Shine, 9 AM to 5 PM
$8.00/ Adult, $5.00/ Youth (ages 4 to 11)
This year’s Fall Antique Show & Sawmill Run will be held on Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th. Northern Pennsylvania typically reaches peak fall foliage conditions around this time so the forests surrounding the museum will (hopefully) be decked in rich and beautiful colors.
The Antique Show features multiple antique vendors who will be selling their wares in the museum program room. Our vendors have a little bit of everything, including antique tools, vintage clothing, collectible coins, glassware, books, and furniture. Vendors open 9am-5pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase. No ATM is available on site so plan your visit accordingly.
Outside, the museum grounds will come alive with historic trade demonstrations. On Saturday 10/7 (ONLY) the engines of our steam-powered circular sawmill will be running from 10 AM to 3 PM. Other demonstrations will be happening over both days of the event at the birch still, lumber camp kitchen, blacksmith shop, and the Eastern Loggers model railroad display.
It’s a great time to visit the museum. Hope to see you there!
McKean County Connservation District Employees Recognized
The Northeast Association of Conservation District Employees (NACDE) recently announced their 2023 award recipients.
Cliff Lane Received the Northeast Association of Conservation District Employees (NACDE) District Leader Award. This award is presented to a director or other individual who is doing an outstanding job working with district professionals on a regional basis, helps obtain the goals of NACDE and the regional partnership, and assists in expanding employee professional development.
Cliff currently serves as PACD (Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts) North West Region Director, NACD (National Association of Conservation Districts) North East Region Representative, and Commissioner Secretary/Treasurer at the McKean County Conservation District.
Sandy Thompson, Manager of McKean County Conservation District and former Vice President of the Northeast Association of Conservation District Employees (NACDE), received the 2023 NACDE President’s Award. President Jeff Parker, from Steuben County, New York, selected Sandy for the award.
Ulysses Community Honors Maryjane Haskins For Service as Mayor
The Ulysses Area Improvement hosted a Community Picnic on Sunday, Oct 1. At the picnic they surprised and honored MaryJane Haskins for her years of service as the Borough Mayor.
Mrs. Haskins was presented items from Rep. Martin Causer’s Office by Susan Paisley and Shelley Butler. Flowers from 2023 Miss Ulysses Allison Lewis, a BIG Thank You note signed by everyone at the picnic presented by President of Ulysses Area Improvement, Alicia Freeman.
A presentation from the Potter County Commissioners, presented by Commissioners Nancy Grupp and Barry Hayman. A key to the City from acting Mayor Roy Hunt, and from the Borough Council members, presented by Steve Riley.
All of MaryJane and her husband Bill‘s children surprised her by being present for her being honored. MaryJane has served as Mayor of Ulysses since January of 2006.
Causer to Offer Veterans Services at Local Offices
BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.
Due to changes initiated by the American Legion, appointments in the Bradford and Kane offices will be conducted virtually via a tablet.
Appointments are required for meetings with the Legion representative, whether they are in person, by phone or by tablet. The schedule is as follows:
PITT-BRADFORD PLANS DUKE DAYS FOR COMPUTER AND ENGINEERING AND OPEN HOUSES
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will hold four Saturday admissions open houses this fall and two new events called Duke Days, which are designed for students interested in computer and engineering majors.
Duke Days for Engineering and Technology Majors will take place on Oct. 9 and Dec. 11. They will begin at 1 p.m. in the George B. Duke Engineering and Information and Technology Building and will provide prospective students and their families a chance to talk with faculty and learn about Pitt-Bradford programs in computer information systems and technology, energy engineering technology, energy science and technology, engineering, engineering science, information systems and mechanical engineering technology.
Smethport Chamber of Commerce?
Smethport Police Department
Last minute but we have been informed that tomorrow 10/3/2023 at 6:00 pm there will be a meeting for interested parties about getting the Smethport area Chamber of Commerce back up and running. The meeting will take place at the Borough office 201 West Main St.
Port Allegany 2023 Homecoming Queen & King
PAHS Homecoming Royalty was introduced during a halftime ceremony of the Gator-Wolves football game held in Port Allegany on Saturday.
The court included Levi Wilfong, Miska Young, Braylon Button, Peyton Stiles, Kayleigha Dowell, Amber Funk, Julia Postlewait and Lily Babcock.
Named King and Queen were Henry Kisler and Jenn Baxter. Crowning the 2023 King and Queen were Noah Archer and Brielle Budd, last year’s King and Queen.
Henry is the son of Wade and Mary Grace Kisler. Jenn is the daughter of Tim Baxter.
Following the Gator victory over the Wolves, the Senior High Dance was held Saturday night at the school. Spirit Week and Homecoming activities are sponsored by the Student Council.
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in Washington Township, Jefferson County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 9/26/2023 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in Washington Township, Jefferson county. 102.22(a) – SITE STABILIZATION – PERMANENT STABILIZATION – Permitee failed to have site permanently stabilized and protected from accelerated erosion and sedimentation upon final completion of earth disturbance activity. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-09-26 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Seneca Resources Starts Drilling in Jones Township
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Jones Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 10/1/2023 at site D09-M SRC WT 2333 434HU 53754 in Jones Twp township, Elk county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-10-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
UPMC Wellsboro to Host Free Hernia Screenings
Wellsboro, Pa., October 2, 2023 – UPMC Wellsboro is offering free hernia screenings on Monday, Oct. 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These screenings are offered by appointment only at the UPMC Wellsboro Office of General Surgery, 1 Main St., Wellsboro.
Darius Abadi, D.O., and Emily Solow, D.O., General Surgery, UPMC in North Central Pa., will conduct these hernia screenings and recommend follow-up care if necessary. A bulge that is underneath the skin in your abdominal area along with a burning, aching, or pain that worsens when lifting, coughing, or straining are all signs of a hernia.
To schedule a required appointment, call 570-723-0716, and mention the free hernia screening event.
Daisy (Montgomery) Smith, age 80, of Wellsboro, PA
Daisy (Montgomery) Smith, age 80, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, September 28, 2023.
She was born on January 11, 1943 in Elmira, NY, a daughter of the late William and Leda (Wales) Montgomery and was employed for over 30 years by Broad Acres Nursing Home, Wellsboro, PA.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Gregory A. Himes, 75, of 272 Seaward Avenue, Bradford, PA
Gregory A. Himes, 75, of 272 Seaward Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023, at his residence.
Born on February 20, 1948, in Bradford, he was the son of the late Harry E. and Annalee M. (Sinibaldi) Himes.
He was a 1966 graduate of Bradford Area High School. He enlisted in the United States Air Force on June 5, 1967, and he served in Vietnam, at the Phan-Rang Air Force Base. He was honorably discharged on June 4, 1971.
Greg worked in the New England states as a carpenter and later at the Bureau of Land Management in New Castle, WY, as an inspector of oil wells. Greg went back to school at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and earned his Petroleum Tech Degree. He was self-employed with GSP Collectibles, buying and selling cards in the 90’s. He was currently working at Beacon Light as a TSS.
Barbara Ann Frantz, 98, formerly of Gilbert Lane, and Nelson Avenue Apts., Bradford, PA
Barbara Ann Frantz, 98, formerly of Gilbert Lane, and Nelson Avenue Apts., Bradford, PA went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 1, 2023, surrounded by her family at the Bradford Manor.
Born April 25, 1925, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Bertha (Cauvel) Wright.
On February 5, 1943, in Allegany, NY, she married the late William C. Frantz, who preceded her in death on May 23, 2004.
Barbara worked for over 30 years at Zippo Manufacturing retiring in 1986. She and her husband enjoyed camping at Red Oak Campground, traveling with friends and their church family. She bowled in the Zippo Mixed League. Barb attended Silver Sneakers at the YMCA. She also volunteered at the Red Cross after retirement, working in the kitchen for the Meals on Wheels program.
Raymond W. Burgess, 91, of Patterson Lane, formerly of Langmaid Lane, Bradford, PA
Raymond W. Burgess, 91, of Patterson Lane, formerly of Langmaid Lane, Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023, at his son’s residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Michael Conner Burgett, 48, of Derrick Road, Bradford, PA
Michael Conner Burgett, 48, of Derrick Road, Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at his residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com