OLEAN, N.Y., August 29 – An avid volunteer in the Salamanca community, James Brundage always seemed to be giving back.
Jim – as he was known – was a longtime resident of Salamanca, graduating from Salamanca High School in 1962. After graduating from Alfred State College with a degree in engineering, Jim served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict.
Joan E. Getgen, 81, of Wellsboro, passed away at The Green Home on Thursday August 29, 2024, one day before her 82nd birthday, surrounded by loving family. She was born August 30, 1942, in Wellsboro and was the first baby born at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, she was the daughter of Lewis and Lenora “Patsy” (Patt) Bowers. Joan was the wife of Eugene D. Getgen and enjoyed life together through the years.
Connie Eileen Brundage, 76, of Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (August 29, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, PA.
She was born August 11, 1948 in Coudersport, the daughter of Ronald (Bucky) Meacham and Mary (Riale) Haskins. On December 26, 1970, in Austin, she married Lawrwnce M. Brundage, who died April 8, 2022
Timothy A. Cradduck
Timothy A. Cradduck, 65, of 7597 Miller Hollow Rd., Little Genesee, passed away Sunday August 25, 2024 at home on his favorite glider after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on May 24, 1959, in Olean, he was a son of Charles and Marilyn Miller Cradduck.
Tim lived in the area all of his life. He had worked for the Genesee Hardware and for Faulkner’s Fruit Stand before going to work for Wayne Paving in Shinglehouse as a roller operator, retiring in 2021.
He was a member of the Bolivar Horseshoe League, was an excellent handyman remodeling his entire home and his daughter’s homes as well. He also enjoyed painting cars and was often found helping neighbors, friends, and family alike. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed being outside near the fire camping as well as snowmobiling.
How many times do we encounter hearing impaired people and wish that we could communicate with them? As we age, we gradually lose some of our hearing. Sign language can help. Also, mothers of pre-lingual children can use sign language as a tool with their little ones. Here is your opportunity to learn basic sign language that could help you communicate with someone you care about.
The action is heating up on northcentral Pennsylvania’s elk range, and the Pennsylvania Game Commission once again is inviting people everywhere to view it in real time online.
The Game Commission’s Elk Cam, a 24-7 livestream that can be accessed through www.pgc.pa.gov, launched last week. And if history is an indicator, the best is yet to come, with elk continually becoming more active in coming weeks and putting on a show for the camera.
Cameron County:
Authorization # 1496964 had started the following major task: Completeness Review on 8/28/2024.
Elk County:
Authorization # 1496964 had started the following major task: Completeness Review on 8/28/2024.
Lycoming County:
Authorization # 1473687 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
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Authorization # 1475630 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
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Authorization # 1495533 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
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Authorization # 1496065 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
Authorization # 1496866 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
Authorization # 1496920 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
Tioga County:
Authorization # 1471912 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
Authorization # 1496367 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
Authorization # 1496860 had started the following major task: Completeness Review on 8/28/2024.
Authorization # 1496927 has been updated on 8/28/2024.
Today, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and others held a media availability at Blue Marsh Lake, Berks County, to promote safe boating statewide throughout the Labor Day holiday weekend.
For many Pennsylvanians, Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end to the popular summer boating season which began on Memorial Day weekend, and is enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of boaters, anglers, and water sports enthusiasts on 86,000 miles of rivers, lakes, and streams across the Commonwealth.
While boating activity continues year-round, weather permitting, on many waters, most boaters will reduce their activity just as school resumes and attention turns to other fall activities.
Invitation for Bids
The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing Project, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Friday, September 13, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.
The bid envelope shall be marked “Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.
Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.
This flooring project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.
By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.
Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any
informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority. The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.
Invitation for Bids
The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing Project, Ulysses, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.
The bid envelope shall be marked “Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.
Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.
This sidewalk and stair repair project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.
By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.
Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any
informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority. The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.
McKean County Information Technology System Technician
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants for a full-time Information Technology System Technician located in Smethport, Pennsylvania.
Under the direction of the Information Technology Director, the primary objective of this role is to establish and maintain a secure information network system and infrastructure for the local county government. This includes providing technical support to departmental staff, addressing technology needs, and ensuring the smooth operation of all network-related functions.
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
Qualified candidates should apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749, or send to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov. Additional details are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, August 30th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
* The outdoor market is held each Friday from May through October (weather permitting; on very rainy days, we will relocate into the Riley Gallery (if available)). In November, the farmers market goes indoors for the winter market.
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: August 29, 2024): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the Kane man convicted of Rape and Incest at a jury trial last August has been sentenced to State Prison for his crimes by the Judge.
Brian GAUSMAN, of Kane, was convicted of Rape, Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse, Incest and related crimes. Following conviction, he was required to undergo an assessment by the Sexual Offender Assessment Board who opined that he meets the definition of Sexually Violent Predator under Pennsylvania Law. Upon the receipt of the assessment, the Court held a hearing to determine if GAUSMAN should be classified as a Sexually Violent Predator.
Anna M. Allen
Anna M. Allen, 20, of Pigeon, formerly of Wellsville, NY, passed away of natural causes in her brother’s home in Lancaster, NY, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
451 PM EDT Thu Aug 29 2024
…STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT CENTRAL POTTER AND SOUTHWESTERN
TIOGA COUNTIES THROUGH 545 PM EDT…
At 450 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 14 miles west of Wellsboro to 27 miles south of
Wellsville. Movement was east-southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include…
Morris, Coudersport, Galeton, Leetonia, Denton Hill State Park,
Cherry Springs State Park, Lyman Run State Park, Leonard Harrison
State Park, Austin, Sweden Valley, and Ski Denton Ski Area.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
these storms pass.
The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation (PennDOT) and Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and safety partners gathered today at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center to urge motorists to celebrate responsibly ahead of the Labor Day holiday.
“Crashes involving impaired drivers are completely preventable,” said PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Larry Shifflet. “If your celebration this weekend includes alcohol or drugs, plan to get home safely. Choose a designated driver, choose to use a ride-share service or public transportation, but never choose to drive impaired.”
Over the Labor Day holiday weekend last year (Friday, September 1, 2023, through Monday, September 4, 2023) there were 1,189 crashes statewide, resulting in 20 fatalities and 892 injuries. 133 of those crashes were alcohol related, resulting in eight fatalities and 110 injuries; and 41 of those crashes were drug-related, resulting in five fatalities and 48 injuries.
Ethel V. Harris: Loving Mother and Grandmother
Ethel V. Harris, 98, formerly of County Rd. 40, Bolivar, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at Cuba Memorial Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit.
Born on June 26, 1926, in Galeton, Pennsylvania, she was a daughter of Warren and Mildred Wilson Gilliland. On November 30, 1944, in the Town of Independence, she married Lytle Harris who predeceased her in 1995.
She was a loving wife and homemaker and enjoyed crossword puzzles and playing cards.
Martha Joyce “Joy” Wojceichowski
My lady died in my arms at home August 25, 2024. Joy was 78 years old and was the daughter of the late Martha and Orville (Ted) Good. Joy has one older sister, Linda, as well as a younger sister, Julie, and brother Ted. Joy and I were married on February 13, 1965. It still does not seem long enough. I was the lucky one when she said ‘yes’ 60 years ago. You can be sure I got the better end of the deal. We were blessed with three children-Andrew, Adam, and Joy. She loved her babies up to the day she died and meant everything to her. She was proud of who they were and their accomplishments.
