BENEFIT CONTRIBUTES $3275 TO SECOND CHANCE ANIMAL SANCTUARIES HEADING HOME CENTER
The Ninth Annual Benefit for Homeless Animals, organized by Jerry and Helen Gaye of Osceola and held at the Knoxville VFW at 703 Boatman Road in Knoxville, Pa. this past Saturday, Oct. 7, raised $2,975 in cash for Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries’ Heading Home Center at 725 Gee Road in Middlebury Township.
Also donated were 150 pounds of dog food, several bags and cases of cat food, and cleaning supplies, valued at approximately $300 bringing the total contribution to $3,275. Pictured (from left to right) are: Helen and Jerry Gaye; representatives of Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries Sue Cook and Jim Howe; and Joe and Diane Brownell.
The Gayes play a major role in preparing for the benefit as well as when it is actually held. The Brownells assist them.
SOUTH PENN DIXIE BAND TO BE ON DEANE CENTER’S COOLIDGE THEATRE STAGE THIS SATURDAY, OCT. 14
South Penn Dixie includes: (from left to right) John Malachefski on drums, Marc Bunn on guitar, Ricky Bell on lead guitar, and Mark Bracken on bass guitar. All three guitarists sing.
At 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 14, South Penn Dixie of Lehigh Valley, a modern country band with a rock edge, will play a mix of the latest upbeat country hits and some timeless country and rock classics in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
UKRAINE’S KOMMUNA LUX TO PERFORM “ODESA GANGSTA FOLK” AT WCCA CONCERT NEXT SATURDAY, OCT. 21
Kommuna Lux is a seven-member band founded around 2014 in Ukraine.
Next Saturday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Deane Center’s Coolidge Theatre at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro, the 75th season of the Wellsboro Community Concert Association will continue with a concert presented by seven musicians all the way from Ukraine.
DROWSY MAGGIE CONCERT IS FRIDAY, OCT. 27 AT THE DEANE CENTER
Members of Drowsy Maggie are: (from left to right) Danny Shipe, Molly Cary, Dave Driskell, Daria Lin-Guelig and Bruce Smith.
At 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, Drowsy Maggie will perform a mix of Americana, old-time, folk, bluegrass and Celtic music, both instrumental and vocal arrangements, in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. The concert is dedicated to Bob Rubin.
UPMC Welcomes New Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon to Williamsport
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., Oct. 9, 2023 –Jesse Torbert, M.D., orthopaedic trauma surgeon, has joined UPMC Williamsport, a Level II Trauma Center.
Dr. Torbert received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio, and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery with University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa. During his residency, Dr. Torbert was awarded a place in the Clinician Scientist Development Program, reserved to a select group of outstanding researchers in the field of orthopaedic surgery. He also completed fellowship training in orthopaedic trauma at R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Baltimore, Md.
Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women to Host Fundraising Event
Alfred Station, NY, October 4, 2023 – The Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women (ACC FFW) announces its year-end fundraising campaign, including an in-person event on November 12th. Funds raised during this period will support the ACC FFW’s grant-making activities in 2024, benefitting women seeking financial assistance for long-term financial health. Since 2018, the ACC FFW has awarded more than $14,000 in grants to women across the three counties, helping them on their path toward sustained self-sufficiency.
GRAND CANYON PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB’S OCTOBER DISPLAY AT THE DEANE CENTER FEATURES LINDA STAGER PRINTS
The Grand Canyon Photography Club’s October display at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts features prints by Linda Stager of Wellsboro, a digital artist and author.
Laurel Health to Offer Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinics This October
TIOGA & BRADFORD COUNTIES, PA — A flu shot is your best shot to beat the flu. There are many different strains of influenza (flu), and which types are most prevalent during flu season can change every year, so it’s important to get your flu shot annually. Flu shots can help prevent you from catching certain types of flu and make flu symptoms milder.
Penn College women keep rolling in soccer
Pennsylvania College of Technology’s women’s soccer team continued its great start over the past week.
WOMEN’S SOCCER
Kaelynn Sheetz, of Elizabethtown, scored four times and Sara Darlington, of West Chester, tallied twice in a 6-2 home United East win over Penn State Abington on Tuesday. The Wildcats led in shots on goal, 14-5, and goalie Nicole Lichtinger, of Erie, made three saves. Sheetz’ four goals and one assist gave her an NCAA-era program record 100 career points.
In home UE play on Saturday, once-beaten Penn College and St. Mary’s (Md.) fought to a scoreless tie. St. Mary’s led in shots on goal, 9-7, and Lichtinger was perfect in stops at the goal for the fourth time this season and saw her goals against average improve to 0.82. The team’s seventh tie is the most ever in a single season having earlier surpassed the previous high of five in 2017.
THIS COMING MONDAY, OCT. 16 IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THE RUN PAST CANCER 5K AND ONE MILE FUN RUN/WALK
Register by this coming Monday, Oct. 16 for the Sixth Annual Run Past Cancer 5K and One Mile Fun Walk/Run being held on Saturday, Oct. 28 at Smythe Park in Mansfield. The One Mile will begin at 9 a.m. and the 5K at 9:30 a.m.
The entry fee for those who register by Oct. 16 is $20 for the 5K Walk/Run and $10 for the One Mile Fun Walk/Run.
Event T-shirts will only be given to participants in the 5K who register by Monday, Oct. 16 either online, by mail or by dropping off a completed registration form.
Those who register for the One Mile Fun Walk/Run or 5K Walk/Run by Monday, Oct. 16 can choose a goodie bag with a water bottle and/or an armband/jog strap.
Register online by Oct. 16 for the 5K Walk/Run and One Mile Fun Walk/Run and pay the entry fee via Ultra Sign-Up at https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=106355.
NESSMUK ROD & GUN CLUB’S LAST SKEET SHOOT IS THIS SUNDAY, OCT. 15
The Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club’s last skeet shoot for members and the public is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 15 at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287 in Delmar Township, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro.
The fee to shoot skeet for members and non-members 18 years of age and older is $6 per round of 25 clays and for youth ages 12 to 17 is $3. Shooters have to provide their own shotguns and ammunition. Eye and ear protection are required.
For more information, contact Skeet Shoot Coordinator John Davis at johndavispa@gmail.com or 570-439-1300.
Senseless Damage Done to Cameron County Fire Tower
Elk State Forest
The Department of Conservation Natural Resource Rangers are investigating an act of vandalism that occurred at the Brooks Run Fire Tower in Cameron County prior to 10/07/2023. Unknown actor(s) entered the secured fencing and climbed to the top of the fire tower where they broke multiple windows and a gate. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to call the Elk State Forest office at (814) 486-3353.
Open Arms Church organizes hike to raise awareness of human trafficking
A community hike scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 21, aims to raise awareness about the pressing issue of human trafficking while providing participants with an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors.
Participants are invited to meet at the covered bridge at Marilla Reservoir at 9 am, where they will have the option to choose between two trails. The loop of the White Pine Trail to Marilla Rocks and back on Hidden Valley trail offers a more strenuous hike that promises a longer and more challenging experience. On the other hand, Marilla Springs provides a less strenuous hike that is shorter in duration, catering to individuals of all fitness levels.
John Paul Copley, 45, Former Mt. Jewett, PA Resident
ALLENTOWN – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Paul Copley, a devoted husband, loving father, favorite uncle and cherished friend, who left us all too soon at the age of 45.
John was born June 12, 1978, and departed from this world Oct. 9, 2023, after a courageous two-year battle with glioblastoma.
John was born in Kane, raised in Mount Jewett and attended college at Clarion University and University of Pittsburgh, where he met his wife, Kendra, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in chemical and petroleum engineering.
A man of unforgettable character, John was a dedicated husband to his wife, Kendra (Krutilla) Copley of Weirton, W.Va., and a fountain of unwavering love for his two young daughters, Makayla and Madelyn.
Elizabeth A. “Betsy” Snyder, 62, of Roulette, PA
Elizabeth A. “Betsy” Snyder, 62, of Roulette, PA, being a lifelong resident of the area and had previously resided in Coudersport, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 13, 2023, in the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Dr. Richard Francis Black, 67, Wellsboro, PA
Richard Francis Black (January 14, 1956 – October 10, 2023)
Dr. Richard Black died on Tuesday, October 10th after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born in Braintree, Massachusetts in January of 1956, which, as he’d tell you, is not far from the birthplace of John Adams.
He got his bachelor’s degree, master’s in public health & dental degree from Harvard University, followed by his training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Mount Sinai in New York City.
He dedicated his life to treating his patients with dignity and respect and providing the highest level of care. He devoted much of his free time to Rotary, the Wellsboro community, and humanitarian work.
He was a singular man. He had a focus and commitment that characterized not only his working life, but his personal life as well. He loved a joke, a quote, or a bon mot. And a bành mì for that matter. He would likely have written a better obituary than this one.
He is survived by his wife, three children and 5 siblings. He will be missed.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Dr. Black’s life at a Memorial Mass 11:00 am Saturday, October 28, 2023, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, and a reception 11:00 am-3:00 pm Sunday, October 29, 2023 at the Deane Center in Wellsboro.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Wellsboro Rotary Club, PO Box 961, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Bob (Robert) Allan Highhouse, 80,
Bob (Robert) Allan Highhouse, 80, passed away Friday, October 13, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family and his loyal companion, Bubba.
Bob was born on September 8, 1943, to James and Florence Ruhlman Highhouse in Warren, PA. He attended Warren Area High School and joined the US Navy in 1960. He served as an Aviation Boatswains Mate—Fuel Specialist. during Vietnam and the Cuban Missile Crisis. Bob spent much of his time in the Navy on the U.S.S. F.D. Rosevelt Aircraft Carrier cruising the Mediterranean.
Bob attended VALE Technical institute in Blairsville, PA, and specialized in mechanics. He worked at DORCON, Sylvania, and National Fuel Gas, where he worked as a mechanic and gas regulator and measurement specialist. Bob retired after 32 years in 1999.