Barbara Ellen Gervais, 70, of Bradford, PA passed away Monday, January 23, 2023, peacefully at her residence.
Born November 7, 1952, in Olean, NY, she was a beloved daughter of the late Louise A. “Peg” (Albaugh) Trumbull.
On August 6, 1999 she married Charles Joseph “Shawn” Gervais who preceded her in death on December 4, 2015.
She attended Bradford Area High School and went on to work at Spears, Corning Glass and retired from Zippo Manufacturing.
Barbara enjoyed spending her time with family and her hobbies of making occasion cakes, cooking and crafting.
Barbara was well-known for her quick-witted sense of humor and her love of music.
Surviving are three daughters, Lori Chase, of Smethport, Christie (John) Pirovitz, of Apex, NC, and Lisa (Shelbey) Brown, of Eldred, a sister, Sandy Roulo, of Lewis Run, two brothers, David Trumbull, of Bradford and Donny (Karen) Trumbull, of Moriarty, NM, 10 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and her brother, Paul “Butch” Trumbull.
Private services will be held at the convenience of family.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the SPCA.
Diane J. Stenta, 76, of Toby, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Penn Highlands DuBois following a valiant battle with cancer.
She was born on November 17, 1946 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Russell and Helen Garbic Lowe.
On October 11, 1969, at Queen of the World Church, she married the late Frank W. “Bill” Stenta, who preceded her in death in 2007.
Diane was an exuberant child who attended Catholic schools and graduated from Elk County Christian High School, class of 1965. She worked briefly at Stackpole Carbon Company, where she met and married her husband. She then worked for many years at St. Boniface School in the library, deepening her love of reading while helping children grow in their love of books. She was a talented artist and crafter who loved books, movies, and reading. A true lover of animals, she raised and cherished many animals over the years, including peacocks, pheasants, a donkey, and many cats.
She is survived by 2 children; Sharon (Paul Glatt) Stenta of Kersey, and William (Lisa) Stenta of Ridgway; and by her 2 grandchildren; Alura and Sebastian. She is also survived by a sister; Linda (Richard) Sexton of Kersey, a brother; Wayne Lowe of Wilcox, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Diane J. Stenta will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 1:30 PM at Saint Boniface Church, 355 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 with Fr. Kevin Holland, Pastor, as celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Boniface Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the St. Boniface Church Gathering Space on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 from 12:30 PM until the time of the Mass.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Elk County Humane Society, Ridgway Animal Haven, or to a animal rescue of choice.
Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Brian Clair Button, age 55, of Knoxville, PA, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at his home.
Brian was born May 13, 1967 in Wellsboro, PA, the son of the late Ellis Button and Sandra (Morgan) Marcusky.
He was a 1985 graduate of Cowanesque Valley Jr. Sr. High School and retired heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed camaraderie with friends, playing cards, and spoiling his pets.
On June 29, 2013, he married Gwen (Carl) Button, who survives.
In addition to his wife, Brian is survived by: sons, Andrew Button of Odessa, NY and Brandon Button of Westfield, PA; step-father, Frank Marcusky of Lawrenceville, PA; step-siblings, Robert (Lisa) Marcusky of Springfield, MO, Mecca (Carlos) Miron of Muncy, PA, Katya Marcusky of Eugene, OR, April (Mike Regan) Marcusky of Decatur, TN, Deborah (Daryl) Cevette of Painted Post, NY, Scott (Staci) Towner of Costa Messa, CA, and Christine (Scott Sorensen) Towner of Elkland; uncles, Ralph (Jean) Morgan of Panama City, FL and Lloyd Morgan of Mansfield, PA; father and mother-in-law, Lee and Sharon Carl of Westfield, PA; brother-in-law, Aaron (Marlo) Carl of Westfield, PA; sister-in-law, Samantha (Travis) Moore of Westfield, PA; special aunts, Cheryl (Gary) Keeney of Middlebury Center, PA, Jane Rucker of Westfield, PA, and Joan Kline of Nelson, PA, beloved puppy, Bettis; very special friends, Todd Shimkanin, Shawn Fousnought, Mike Youngs, Donny Hand, Sheldon Johnson, Kevin Burdick, Shawn Earle, and Glenn Knott; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Clara (Carl) Calaman, step-father, Robert Towner, several aunts and uncles.
In honoring Brian’s wishes, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries, 725 Gee Road, Middlebury Center, PA 16935, in honor of his beloved Zeddie.
Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton, PA, is assisting the family.
Smethport – Elizabeth Ann Sayers, 75, of Erie, PA passed away Tuesday (January 24, 2023) at UPMC-Hamot, Erie.
She was born September 8, 1947 in Kane, the daughter of William and Virginia Comes Sayers.
Miss Sayers was a graduate of Smethport High School Class of 1965 and attended St. Vincent School of Nursing, graduating as a Registered Nurse in 1968.
Elizabeth had moved to Erie after graduating high school to attend nursing school. She started her nursing career at St. Vincent Hospital of Erie as a cardiac surgical nurse and continued until her retirement finishing with UPMC-Hamot, Erie, PA.
She is survived by two sisters, Trudi (Jeff) Blair and Nancy (Randy) Wolfe, both of Smethport, along with several nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by one sister, Susan Burnsworth, and two brothers, Thomas and Joseph Sayers.
There will be no visitation or services. Burial will be in Norwich Cemetery, Norwich Twp.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Sharon L. Swartzfager, 81, of Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (January 25, 2023) at her residence, surrounded by her children.
She was born November 19, 1941 in Cyclone, the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Powers) Swartzfager.
Sharon was a graduate of Smethport High School and was employed at Ethan Allen of Eldred for over 35 years. She worked in home health care for Community Nurses, a profession well-suited to her caring nature.
She is survived by:
One daughter: Deb (Jessica Lee) Fenstermaker of Washington, D.C.
Four sons: Larry (Bonnie) Fenstermaker of Hesston, KS, Art (Pam) Fenstermaker of Smethport, Joe (Lori LaBella) Fenstermaker of Olean, NY, and Don (Darlene) Fenstermaker of Rochester, NH
Siblings: Dorothy Maholic of Bradford, William Swartzfager of West Henrietta, NY, Mary O’Connell of Lewis Run, Dennis Swartzfager of New Bethlehem, PA and Julie Glenn of Ohio
In addition to her parents, Sharon was preceded in death by three brothers, Lawrence, John, and Brian Swartzfager, and sister Cindy Fitzgerald.
There will be no visitation. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport. A Celebration of Life will be held at the American Legion in Eldred, PA on Saturday, February 4 from 1 to 4.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to VNA of Northwest PA, 1223 E. Main St., P.O. Box 465, Bradford, PA 16701 or the American Cancer Society (cancer.org). Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
S. Jeanne Daley passed away on January 24, 2023, at the Warren Manor on her 61st wedding anniversary.
She was born in 1941 on St. Valentine’s Day in Kane, PA and lived in Wilcox, PA until her late parents- John and Sue Powley- moved to Warren to open a Nationwide Insurance Agency. Always known as “Jeanne”, she started working in high school creating window displays for the Betty Lee Women’s Fashion Store. Her creative art talents won her the Warren Art League Scholarship award in her senior year. Also in 1959, Jeanne was chosen Miss Warren County as part of the Jaycee’s annual July 4th Celebration. That year she enrolled at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, majoring in fashion design, plus worked for Franklin Simon Department Store. She returned to Warren as print advertising manager of Betty Lee and also produced and hosted Betty Lee’s 10-minute daily radio show on WNAE.
In 1962 she married William F. Daley and began her favorite job in life- raising a family. Her never-quit philosophy was evident in going the extra mile, and she strived to instill this attitude as her family’s way of life. While awaiting her first child she decided to get a beautician’s license plus a license to teach the profession. Swimming was always her favorite exercise, so she became a certified as a lifeguard and then a lifeguard instructor. While her three children were high school athletes, she served a term on the Sports Booster Board of Directors. She also was certified as a PIAA swimming and diving official. As a volunteer at Warren State Hospital, she organized a girls Y-Teen Club for patients, culminating in their own talent show.
In 1988 Jeanne decided to become a realtor and of course, eventually a broker. She opened Howard Hanna Daley Real Estate, Inc. in June 2000. At one period Jeanne had a staff of 14 realtors. She retired in December 2021.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, William “Bill” F. Daley, whom she married January 24, 1962, in Warren, PA., 2 children- Diane Hoffmann and husband, Dr. Ralph Hoffman of Charlotte, NC., Brendan Daley and wife, Maria Troyan Daley of Phoenix, AZ., 3 Siblings- Carol Duell and husband, Dr. Bruce Duell of Cranberry Township, PA., Margie Powley of Windsor, CO., Dr. John Powley of Mankato, Hawaii, 9 Grandchildren- Logan, Connor, Shannon and Brendan Hoffman; Jack Allison, Abbey and Brendan Daley, and Elley Trubic Marshall, 1 Great Grandson- Brooks Aholt.
In Addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Shannon Daley Trubic on August 8, 1994.
Friends may call at Holy Redeemer Church Gathering Space, 11 Russell St., Warren, PA., on Saturday, January 28, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at which time a Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted by Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorial contributions may be made through Susan G. Komen Foundation, 13770 Noe Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 75380, a favorite charity of Jeanne because of her late daughter Shannon’s- illness, or email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Peter B. Gorda, age 88, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023. He was the son of Alexander Sr. and Anna Nemerovich Gorda.
Pete lived nearly all of his life in Welsh Settlement and was a graduate of Charleston High School.
Pete had his own construction business for over 20 years. He worked and lived in Messenia, NY for multiple years while working on the Eisenhower Locks on the St. Lawrence Seaway. He also worked for the Wellsboro Electric Company for many years. Pete was a member the International Bricklayers Union.
Pete was inducted into the Tioga County Sports Hall of Fame in 2002 for basketball recognizing his career at Charleston High School. He was also an avid spectator of his families’ sporting events.
His interests included fishing, collecting, restoring old houses, mowing lawn on his John Deere and being outside to experience nature and campfires.
Pete is survived by his 5 children: Tonya (Tom) McNamara of Blossburg, PA, Rhett (Jeannette) Gorda of Fairbanks, AK, Julie (Aaron Graham) Gorda of Louisville, KY, Aimee (Mark) Sapita of Altoona, PA, Carrie (Matthew) Gorda of Seattle, WA. And, in addition, his sister Lovie (Thomas) Cunningham of Elmira, NY as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his 1st wife, Phyllis Gorda, his brothers Paul and Alexander, Jr. and sister, Dorothy Miller.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Peter’s life from 6-8pm Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
His family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home with his arrangements, to share a memory or condolence with his family, visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Judith A. Lynch, 80, of Route 666, outside of Sheffield, PA passed away early Tuesday morning (Jan. 24) at her residence. She was born in Erie on July 10, 1942, the daughter of the late Harry and Irma (Orr) McClelland. On Aug. 29, 1992, in Girard, she married Robert Lynch, who survives.
Prior to living in the Sheffield area, Mrs. Lynch had lived in Girard. She attended the University of Buffalo and received her BSN. She had worked as a registered nurse at Warren Family Practice and had also worked at Girard Family Practice and the Elk Valley Medical Center in Girard. She was a member of the Kushequa Union Church and also the First Baptist Church of Kane.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Holly (Stacy) Shaffer of Sheffield; two sons, Steven (Carrie) Pier of Wake Forest, NC and David Pier of Girard; Ray (Kathy) Langworthy of Warren, whom she loved like a son; Lisa Arrieta of Miami, FL, whom she loved like a daughter; one sister Barb (Ron) Wygant of Girard; six grandchildren, Chloe Shaffer, Olivia Shaffer, Miles Pier, Addyson Pier, Stanton Pier and Noah Pier; and four nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Friends are invited to attend visitations which will take place on Thursday (Jan. 26) at the Cummings Funeral Home from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. A funeral ceremony will take place on Friday (Jan. 27) at 11:00 a.m., at the First Baptist Church of Kane, with the Rev. Bruce Kumher, officiating. Burial will follow in Barnes Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that Memorial Donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.
Marilyn J. Slagle, 96, of Mechanic Street, Eldred, PA passed away Saturday (Jan. 21, 2023) at Sena Kean Manor.
Born Nov. 6, 1926, she was the daughter of Peter C. Leffler and Marjorie Ostrander Leffler. In 1961 she married Leonard Slagle, who preceded her in death in 2000. She had one sister, Dorothy Leffler Mraz, who died in 1970.
Marilyn was a lifelong resident of Eldred. She worked as an administrative assistant for WA Grow Insurance until her retirement in 1981.
She formerly was involved in the Eldred United Methodist Church and Camp Penuel. She always had a cat.
Surviving are Jacquelyn (Glenn) Cavanaugh of Greensburg; Samuel “Jim” (Scilene) Mraz of Latrobe; great-niece, Carolyn Mraz of Los Angeles Calif.; great-nephew, David (Alexis) Mraz of Philadelphia; and their son, Maxwell.
Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until noon today (Jan. 25, 2023) at the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred, at which time a service will be held with Pastor Bruce Ireland officiating. Burial will be in Lamphier Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Eldred Ambulance Fund.
The Potter County Artisan Co-op in Coudersport is planning several classes over the next few weeks. Water colorist Laurie Angood will teach a “Teens Artisan Class” from 3:00-5:00 pm February 9. The class is for students in 7-12 grades. Cost is $15 and includes all materials. Angood is also offering two “Young Artisans” classes February 14 and 16 from 3:00 t0 4:30 pm. The classes are for students in grades 2-6. Cost is $15.
Fiber Artist Lee Trayer will teach “Knit a Boomerang Shawl” from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm February 18. The $45 registration includes all materials.
To register call the co-op at 814-274-8165 or email: pottercountyartisancenter@gmail.com The co-op cannot guarantee registration via Facebook or Messenger. The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street and is open noon to 4:pm Monday through Friday and Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Details are being finalized for: “Creative Writing/Journaling”; “Beginner/Intermediate Photography”; “Small Basket Making” and “Foraging” to be offered in March. More information will be forthcoming.
HARRISBURG – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) has been named Republican chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy (ERE) Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
“Now more than ever, Pennsylvania’s role as an energy producer is vital to the future of our Commonwealth and our nation,” Causer said. “I look forward to advancing policies that will grow our energy industry and opposing those that seek to crush it.”
The Environmental Resources and Energy Committee has broad jurisdiction over the state’s energy resources and development. This includes regulations and conservation efforts; initiatives related to public lands and their renewable resources; policies affecting surface mining, coal, oil and gas, forestry, and mineral leasing; and oversight of air and water resources.
The committee also has legislative oversight of the departments of Environmental Protection and Conservation and Natural Resources.
In addition to his work as Republican ERE chairman, Causer was also reappointed to the Pennsylvania Grade Crude Development Advisory Council, on which he has served since its creation under Act 52 of 2016. The council was created to advise and assist the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to prevent overregulation of the conventional oil and gas industry, and to develop a plan to increase production of Pennsylvania grade crude.
Causer was also appointed to serve on the Environmental Quality Board, a 20-member board which is responsible for reviewing and giving final approval to Department of Environmental Protection regulations.
Stevie Nicole Mann, 31, of St. Marys, PA died unexpectedly on Sunday, January 15, 2023. She was born on October 8, 1991 in St. Marys, a daughter of DeAnna Brooks of St. Marys and Stephen F. Mann of Wilcox. Stevie attended Johnsonburg Schools and graduated from Agora Charter School in 2012. She took great pride in her work ethic; while still in high school, she worked three jobs – including catering, BiLo in Johnsonburg and Osram-Sylvania. She was also an Enrichment Student and she and her family were thrilled when she was accepted into the University of Pittsburgh main campus as a freshman to pursue a four-year History Degree, which she was just a few credits shy of completing.
To know Stevie, was to know how she loved her children.
She loved Alternative Music, reading, and was a fan of famous Skateboarder, Nyjah [Ny-Jah] Huston, whom she named her son.
After living in Pittsburgh for four years, she had a heart for the city and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. She took great pleasure in watching and following the Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins and could talk stats and knew the players as well as the best of them.
During her adolescent and teen years, Stevie loved enjoying summers in Florida with her Aunt Cristal, her sister Kaysie and brother Michael. She loved the ocean and the beach.
Not just a pretty face with a beautiful heart, Stevie was extremely intelligent. She loved deep, intellectually stimulating conversations, and cared deeply for her loved ones and those she connected with.
Along with her parents, Stevie is survived by her son, Nyjah; her daughter, Amiyah; her brother, Michael Cherry; her grandmother, Jean Brooks; her grandfather, Michael Spangler; a special aunt, Cristal Brooks; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by: a sister, Kaysie Mann; and grandparents, Roger and Noreen Mann, Louis Brooks and Gloria Spangler.
There will be a memorial service for Stevie at a time convenience for the family.
There will be no visitation. The family suggests memorials to The Mecca-Mann Mission, Inc.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/25/2023 to RANGE RESOURCES APPALACHIA LLC in Lewis Twp, Lycoming county. SWMA 301 – MANAGEMENT OF RESIDUAL WASTE – Person operated a residual waste processing or disposal facility without obtaining a permit for such facility from DEP. Person stored, transported, processed, or disposed of residual waste inconsistent with or unauthorized by the rules and regulations of DEP.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/25/2023 to RANGE RESOURCES APPALACHIA LLC in Lewis Twp, Lycoming county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/25/2023 to RANGE RESOURCES APPALACHIA LLC in Lewis Twp, Lycoming county. 78a66(b)1ii – REPORTING AND REMEDIATING SPILLS AND RELEASES – Reporting releases – Operator or other responsible party failed to report a spill or release of 5 gallons or more of a regulated substance over a 24-hour period that was not completely contained by secondary containment.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/25/2023 to BEECH RESOURCES LLC in Lycoming Twp, Lycoming county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/25/2023 to BEECH RESOURCES LLC in Lycoming Twp, Lycoming county. SWMA 301 – MANAGEMENT OF RESIDUAL WASTE – Person operated a residual waste processing or disposal facility without obtaining a permit for such facility from DEP. Person stored, transported, processed, or disposed of residual waste inconsistent with or unauthorized by the rules and regulations of DEP.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/24/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Wilmot Twp, Bradford county. SWMA 301 – MANAGEMENT OF RESIDUAL WASTE – Person operated a residual waste processing or disposal facility without obtaining a permit for such facility from DEP. Person stored, transported, processed, or disposed of residual waste inconsistent with or unauthorized by the rules and regulations of DEP.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/24/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Tuscarora Twp, Bradford 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.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/24/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Wilmot Twp, Bradford 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.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/24/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Wilmot Twp, Bradford county. 78a57(a) – CONTROL, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL OF PRODUCTION FLUIDS – Operator failed to collect brine and other fluids produced during operation of the well in a tank, series of tanks, or other device approved by the Department for subsequent disposal or reuse.
HARRISBURG – Continuing to lead efforts to get the House back to work and refusing to sit idly by on taxpayer time, the House Republican leadership team announced its committee chairs for the 2023-24 session.
“This process should have been completed on day one; however, Speaker Rozzi and his Democrat enablers refuse to complete even the most basic tasks expected of us by the taxpayers who elected us,” Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) said. “This group of experienced policymakers represent varied regions of our Commonwealth and bring with them an unmatched wealth of experiences to help drive our committees forward, and positively impact Pennsylvania’s future.”
Committee chair positions are based on caucus seniority and members’ individual areas of expertise, interests or background. The following members will serve as Republican committee chairs for the 2023-24 session.
On January 22nd, 2023 at approximately 1850 hrs, City of Bradford Police responded to a physical domestic between a man and a woman at 12 Charlotte Avenue.
Officers investigated and took the defendant Mark Pessia into custody on scene.
Pessia was charged with Simple Assault, Harassment, Disorderly Conduct and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Magistrate Dominic Cercone arraigned Pessia and remanded him to McKean County Jail on $10,000 cash bail. Arrest Date: Sunday, January 22, 2023 – 6:50pm Reference ID: 2023-01221850 Charges: CC 2701 A1 Simple Assault (M2) (35) 780-113 A32 Poss Paraphernalia (M) CC 5503 A1 Disorderly Conduct (S) CC 2709 A1 Harassment (S) Incident Type: Assault – Other Source: City of Bradford Police Department
Friday – January 27, 2023 — McKean County has been awarded grants in direct federal funding for an amount of $19,477 under Phase 40 of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP).
The National Board is comprised of representatives from health and human service agencies across the country. The United States Congress appropriates funds annually to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas nationally.
The local board, made up of representatives from McKean County, will determine how the funds will be distributed. Local agency representation includes The Salvation Army, McKean/Potter Counties Chapter of the American Red Cross, United Way of the Bradford Area, Catholic Charities, Ministerial Association, local government, the McKean County Housing and Redevelopment Authority and the YWCA of Bradford. These representative will determine how the funds awarded to McKean County are to be distributed among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service agencies in the area. The Local Board is responsible for recommending agencies to receive these funds and any additional funds made available under this phase of the program.
Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local agencies chosen to receive funds must: 1). Be private voluntary non-profits or units of government, 2). Be eligible to receive Federal funds, 3). Have an accounting system, 4). Practice nondiscrimination, 5). Have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs and 6). If they are a private voluntary organization, have a voluntary board. Qualifying agencies are urged to apply.
Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds must contact Local Board Chair Sarah Lonzi c/o United Way of the Bradford Area, Inc. PO Box 504, Bradford, PA 16701 or email sarah.lonzi@uwbanews.org or call at (814) 368-6181. Funds will be allocated to one local recipient organization per program/service; organizations which are able to meet spending and document submission requirements; and those which have electronic communication capabilities. The deadline for applications is Friday, January 27th at 2pm.
Auditions for all roles to be cast in “The Moons of Jupiter,” including three males, eight females and the 11-member Greek chorus, are next Thursday, Feb. 2 at 6:30 p.m., next Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. and Monday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Warehouse Theatre Gallery at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro. Casting is colorblind and most of the roles are not age specific.
The eight female roles are: one astrophysicist, three goddesses, each a daughter of Zeus, and four famous male scientists.
The three male roles include: Zeus, king of the gods; his son Hermes and a bartender.
Auditions for the chorus only will be at 9 a.m. next Saturday, Feb. 4, also in the Gallery. “People of all ages who are interested in being on stage but don’t have much time and do not want to memorize a lot of lines should try out for the Greek chorus only,” said Director Lilace Guignard.
The Greek chorus is a group of performers that comment in a collective voice during three scenes in the play about why fresh water is so scarce worldwide. Two of the chorus members will sing or speak their lines. The other nine will only speak theirs.
The challenges of climate change have never been as entertaining as they are in “The Moons of Jupiter” as the Greek gods try to sort it all out.
“Mythology, sci-fi and Beatles songs are woven into this play,” said Guignard. “There is zany humor and dark intensity.”
Performances of this production by the Hamilton-Gibson’s Women’s Project will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, April 21 and 22 and at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 23 in the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro.
For more information about the auditions, email the director at lilacemellin@gmail.com or call the HG office at 570-724-2079.
Do you have a private drinking water well, spring, or cistern? Are you interested in learning more about how to protect, test, and treat your family’s drinking water? Would you like to have your drinking water tested for lead and other health-related pollutants? If yes, here’s your chance! Penn State Extension has once again received funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Health cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control, Environmental Health Capacity building initiative to provide no-cost drinking water testing to a limited number of homeowners in Pennsylvania using private water wells, springs, or cisterns.
To qualify for free water testing, Pennsylvanians must live in a household that uses a private water well, spring, or cistern as their primary source of drinking water and must register for and attend a one-hour educational webinar. Webinars will be offered on March 7 at 6:00 pm, May 2 at 12:00 pm, and June 29 at 2:00 pm. Registration for each event is required and limited to approximately 55 households. After attending the webinar, homeowners will be mailed a water testing kit. Each water supply will receive testing through the Penn State Ag Analytical Services Lab for coliform bacteria, E. coli bacteria, nitrate, manganese, arsenic, lead, copper, barium, and sodium. Only one water test will be provided per household. Registration and further information for this testing program is available online HERE or by calling 1-877-345-0691. If you have any questions about this no-cost testing program, contact Danielle Rhea at 814-849-7361 (phone) or drs5277@psu.edu (email).
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
Photo provided Shown is Jeremy Banfield, elk biologist for the Pa. Game Commission’s Deer and Elk Section, who will be presenting a program about elk for the public at 1 p.m. thisSaturday, Jan. 28 at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum.
The Winter Outing Series in Potter and Tioga Counties continues with Winter in the Lumber Camp this Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum and a free, guided snowshoe or hike this Sunday, Jan. 29 on Mt. Tom near Wellsboro; and next weekend, Winter Women in the Wilds Feb. 3-5 at the Sinnemahoning State Park Wildlife Center; Community Climbing Day on Saturday, Feb. 4 at Mansfield University; and Winter Adventure Snowshoe or Hike at Lyman Run State Park on Sunday, Feb. 5.
Winter in the Lumber Camp is This Saturday, Jan. 28
“Based on the weather forecast, we are anticipating there will be enough snow for Winter in the Lumber Camp activities this Saturday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.,” said Josh Roth, site administrator. The public is welcome to enjoy outdoor fun in the snow with sledding, making snowmen, and snow art activities free on the grounds at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum midway between Galeton and Coudersport at 5660 US Route 6, Ulysses, PA 16948. Or, try cross-country skiing and snowshoeing with equipment provided by DCNR and the help of volunteer instructors. “When people drive into the museum’s main parking area, they will see a trailer where the equipment for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing will be,” Roth said. “There won’t be enough ice on the pond for ice-skating.” Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the museum. At 1 p.m. go indoors for an engaging overview of the Commonwealth’s elk management program presented by Jeremy Banfield, elk biologist for the Pa. Game Commission’s Deer and Elk Section. Admission to tour museum exhibits throughout the day and attend the elk management program at 1 p.m. are: $8 for ages 12 to 64; $7 for ages 65 and older or AAA members; $5 for ages 4 to 11 and free for ages 3 and under. For more information, call 1-814-435-2652.
Photo provided Snow is in the forecast so sledding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing may be happening at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum this Saturday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Mt. Tom Free Guided Snowshoe or Hike is This Sunday, Jan. 29
At 8:45 a.m.this Sunday, Jan. 29, meet at the Pine Creek Rail Trail Darling Run parking lot in Ansonia in Shippen Township, near Wellsboro to go on a hike or to snowshoe the Mt. Tom trail depending on conditions. To get to Darling Run, take U.S. Route 6, turn onto Route 362 and drive about 1.5 miles to the parking lot at Darling Run and park. At 9 a.m. on Sunday, participants will cross Route 362 on foot to hike or snowshoe up the Mt. Tom Trail. This free slow-paced guided hike or snowshoe will be a climb of over 1100 feet to see breathtaking views of Ansonia and the upper Pine Creek Valley. Depending on trail conditions and the number of participants, it can take up to three hours to complete the hike or snowshoe and get back to the parking lot. Experience and conditioning by doing moderate to difficult hikes are a must for those who decide to do this course preview for the upcoming Mt. Tom Challenge being held there on Sunday, Feb. 12. Dress in layers. Bring a snack and water. Those who have their own equipment are encouraged to bring it. A limited number of snowshoes will be available. Due to snow and/or ice, traction aiding devices, such as snowshoes or simple boot cleats will be required. For more information, call Tom Oliver at the Bureau of Forestry office at 570-724-8130 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Friday.
A Mass of Christian burial for Patricia F. McAnallen will be held on January 28, at 10 AM in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, Smethport with a luncheon and Celebration of Life to follow. Pat passed away on December 19, 2022.
The full obituary can be found at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport, PA.
