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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 Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners will meet Jan. 27 and 28 at the agency’s Harrisburg headquarters.
The meeting on Friday, Jan. 27 begins at 1 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is for the board to hear reports from staff. Public comment will not be accepted at this meeting.
Public comment – limited to five minutes – will be accepted at the Saturday, Jan. 28 meeting on a first-to-register, first-to-speak basis. Registration begins when doors to the Harrisburg headquarters open at 7:45 a.m. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. PowerPoint presentations are not permitted during public comment periods.
Following the conclusion of public comment, the board will take up its regular agenda, then will discuss new business.
The agenda for the January meeting is available at the Game Commission’s website, www.pgc.pa.gov. Under “About Us,” on the right side of the homepage, select “Events & Board Meetings,” then click the “Agenda” link.
The Game Commission’s headquarters is located at 2001 Elmerton Ave., just off the Progress Avenue exit off Interstate 81 in Harrisburg, Dauphin County.
Those unable to attend the meeting can watch much of it from home.
The meeting is scheduled to be live-streamed Friday and again on Saturday, following the conclusion of public comments. The livestream can be viewed on the agency’s YouTube channel.
ServSafe is a certification program developed by the Restaurant Association Education Foundation. The course meets certification requirements for individuals who are responsible for the safe handling of food in restaurants, schools, elder care facilities, lodges, bed and breakfasts, community centers, and other food concessions (organizations or businesses that sell or prepare food on a regular basis).
This course, taught by Rick Kralj, Penn State Educator, is scheduled for Mondays, March 6 and March 13, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office. The cost is $185/person. The registration deadline is Monday, February 27th. To register, call (877) 489-1398 or go to http://extension.psu.edu/food-safety/serv-safe.
Lee W. L. Finster, 79, of Coudersport, formerly of Roulette, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long illness.
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.
Mark E. Zameroski, 65, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Penn Highland Elk.
He was born on October 6, 1957, in Ridgway, a son of the late Walter J. and Elizabeth J. Bullers Zameroski.
Mark was a lifelong resident of the Ridgway and a graduate of Ridgway High School class of 1975. He worked many years a Clarion Sintered Metals and retired in 2022. Mark had a love for the outdoor and being at his camp. He spent his free time hunting, fishing, and cheering on the Steelers.
Mark is survived by 3 siblings; Jane Cappiello of Washington DC, Richard Zameroski and his wife Edith of Ridgway, James Zameroski and his wife Lawanda of Ridgway, a sister in law, Kay Zameroski of Ridgway, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John Zameroski.
A Memorial Service for Mark E. Zameroski will be announced at a later date.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Glenna A. McLean, age 78, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
She was born on January 4, 1945 in Rockville Center, NY a daughter of the late William and Glenna (Danz) McLean and was a high school teacher. Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Our world abounds with misinformation. I’m not sure how we’ve arrived at this place but we have. Perhaps it’s nothing new, but we find it in every venue. Personally, I don’t know what or who to trust anymore. Distortions, half-truths, deception and even out and out lies seem to be a normal part of life.
Whatever happened to simple objective information? Must it be slanted with ones own individual bias? Because I tend to read several different news sources I try to arrive at a conclusion based upon a preponderance of evidence, but even then I’m not totally sure of what to believe. Sometimes I wonder if we’re more interested in what will sell rather than what is true. Personal agenda is much alive in our world today, but I guess that even that isn’t new.
Misinformation is as old as Adam and Eve. If you’re familiar with that story you know that Satan tricked Eve with misinformation. He twisted what God had said to confuse and other wise trick Eve into disobeying God’s command. That’s all that we have to do, bend the truth just a little bit in order to get someone off course. In navigation a simple change of direction by one degree will cause one to miss their destination by miles. Yet misinformation and half-truths abound.
Do you suppose that some do it because they believe themselves to be right? Is it about power and control? Or is it possible that some believe what they are doing and saying? I certainly have met people who have told the lies so often that they end up believing them themselves. Even with tangible proof right in front of them, they continue to stand on falsehood. Personally I believe that the problem is found in the fallen nature of man. Simply put, we have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God, (Romans 3:23). Since Adam and Eve, we have passed on a nature that is in every man and woman. Lying, cheating and dishonesty is at the heart of every person, you have to choose not to. You have to choose a path of honor and integrity. Think about it.
On January 20 at 1:45 am Roulette, Coudersport, and Austin Ambulances were dispatched to Locust St for difficulty breathing. Roulette is responding and Austin were recalled
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer made the following statement on the sentencing of Shinglehouse man Steffan Sisson:
Sisson had been charged by Chief County Detective Ryan Yingling with Possession with Intent to Deliver Fentanyl and Methamphetamine and Firearm-related charges.
On October 21, 2021 Chief Yingling secured a search warrant for Sisson’s residence. Multiple agencies assisted in executing the search warrant including: McKean County District Attorney; McKean County Detectives; McKean County Drug Task Force; Potter County Detective; Potter County East Drug Task Force; Olean City Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit; Southern Tier Drug Task Force; NY State Police Troop A VGNET Team; McKean County Detective K-9 unit; and McKean County Adult Probation. Shinglehouse Ambulance Service was on standby. McKean County Department of Emergency Services provided equipment to the officers.
Officers seized methamphetamine and fentanyl packaged for sale and 5 firearms. Security cameras and a “bug-detecting” device were also found in the residence used for detecting individuals who could be wearing a recording device.
Sisson had also been charged by Potter County East Drug Task Force for three separate instances of Possession with Intent to Deliver (Methamphetamine and Fentanyl) between October 7, 2021 and October 30, 2021. These three cases were moved to McKean County for prosecution.
Sisson was also sentenced for Possession of Methamphetamine and Driving Under the Influence as well as a case handled by the Attorney General’s Office whereby Sisson pled guilty to Insurance Fraud.
During a sentencing hearing at the McKean County Courthouse on January 19th, the Judge sentenced Sisson to a period of incarceration of 9 years, 7 months – 19 years, 8 months and 1 year of consecutive probation as well as additional terms.
At 5:10 PM on Thursday, Wellsboro Fire & EMS have been called to South Main Street near Garrison’s Men’s Shop for a 2 vehicle crash with a possible injury.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity affects almost 42% of United States citizens. Obesity, or having a weight that is higher than what is considered healthy in comparison to one’s height, is determined by a screening tool called Body Mass Index (BMI). This index is widely used to understand if someone is underweight, at a normal weight, or overweight.
BMI Measurements
In order to calculate your BMI, divide your weight in kilograms, by your height in meters, squared. The CDC also offers an online BMI calculator. The CDC notes the following classes of weight:
Underweight – BMI less than 18.5
Normal Weight – BMI is 18.5 to 24.9
Overweight – BMI is 25 to 29.9
Obese – BMI is greater than 30
While BMI is a tool to help understand your weight, it is a snapshot and not a perfect reflection of your overall health. A health care provider will take your BMI and other health factors into consideration when evaluating your overall current status of or risks to wellness.
Shortcomings of BMI
Calculating your BMI is a convenient and inexpensive way for health care providers to get an estimation of your body fat percentage. However, it is important to take a few other matters into account when grading your health in general. BMI measurements are not the end all be all of your health for a few reasons.
Gender, age, ethnicity, and leg length all affect your BMI. Women tend to have a lower BMI than men even though their body fat content is higher. As we age, we also tend to lose more lean mass ultimately affecting your BMI.
BMI is a poor indicator of lean body mass because obesity is referred to as excess accumulation of body fat. BMI also does not tell us about the predominant fat accumulation location. Central fat, or accumulation of fat in our waist area, is more associated with bad outcomes including an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.
Additional Body Fat Estimation Methods
BMI is only one way to estimate the amount of fat on one’s body. A few other alternatives include:
Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis – a low electrical current streams through the body to measure fat and muscle mass
Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry – a bone density scan
Air Displacement Techniques – a calcium measuring procedure
Techniques using isotope-labeled water – measures energy expenditure
MRI – A magnetic resonance imaging machine uses radio waves and a magnetic field to create images of your physiological makeup.
Measuring the circumference of your abdomen and hips
If you are concerned about your weight and if you feel like your health is being affected, make an appointment with your health care provider. They will go over any worries you may have and offer ways to help improve your well-being.
Shivraj Goyal, M.D., is an obesity medicine specialist with UPMC Internal Medicine and sees patients at Emporium Health Center, 288 Sizerville Rd., Emporium. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Goyal, call 814-486-0810. For more information, visit UPMC.com/PrimaryCareNCPA.
Grace M. Tamburlin, 82, of 302 Oak Street, Kersey, PA passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Penn Highlands DuBois, following a brief illness.
She was born November 18, 1940, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Charles and Clara Wickett Stauffer. Grace was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1958.
On July 11, 1970, Grace married the late, Frank V. Tamburlin, who preceded her in death on July 11, 2018. Shortly after their wedding, Grace and Frank moved to Erie where they shared most of their lives together.
Grace is survived by three sisters: Shirley Lodes, Judy Stebich (Dennis), and Mary Ann Maholtz, all of St. Marys; her sister-in-law, Sandee Pichler (Gary) of Kersey; and by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents Grace was preceded in death by her brother, Mark Stauffer, PhD.
She was a member of the St. Boniface Church. Grace absolutely loved to bowl and golf and was a member of the Lawrence Park Country Club in Erie. She enjoyed her family and her many circles of friends both in Erie and Elk County.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in the St. Boniface Church at 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 21, 2023 with the Rev. Kevin Holland, officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Boniface Cemetery.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Fox Township Ambulance Association, 432 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
As part of our “Bucket List” Travel Series for 2023, we are highlighting Discover National Parks of America! On this12-day tour, you’ll journey through five of America’s most incredible national parks. It begins in the world-famous resort town of Scottsdale, Arizona, then on to the artists’ colony of Sedona. Travel on to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – the spectacular Grand Canyon, an iconic natural treasure.
On to the Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell for gorgeous sunset views. Bryce Canyon National Park is next, truly one of the most spectacular scenic wonders of the world. Enjoy a hike along the Rim Trail looking into the expansive Bryce Amphitheater. Zion National Park is one of the most awe-inspiring national parks in the world. Climb aboard Zion’s open-air tram and wind your way alongside the Virgin River and through the Zion Canyon. Next, enjoy Salt Lake City en route to Wyoming. Arrive in the cowboy town of Jackson and experience a fun-filled evening of cowboy entertainment and a traditional chuck wagon dinner.
From Jackson Hole, pass through Grand Teton National Park and arrive at amazing Yellowstone National Park. Experience the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. Drive through the incredible Bighorn Mountains and journey through the territory of the Great Sioux Nation. Visit Crazy Horse Memorial and the Native American Cultural Center. Later, see one of the country’s most famous landmarks, Mount Rushmore.
There is so much more to this tour that departs August 26, 2023. Visit this link for more information: gateway.gocollette.com/link/1112512or call us at (814) 274-4877 to request a brochure and get details, cost, etc. Hurry, you will save $150/per person if you reserve before February 26, 2023!
The PA Route 6 Alliance and partner Lackawanna Heritage Valley National and State Heritage Area recently announced the award of $100,000 through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s (DCED) Keystone Communities Program. With additional support from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), this grant will help facilitate the PA Route 6 Façade Program in Lackawanna County.
Utopia Foods Inc of Glendale, NY, is expanding the recall of its 200g packages of “Enoki Mushrooms”, imported from China, with clear and blue plastic packages with clear markings of “Best before 03/02/2023” or “Best before 03.09.23” distributed between January 6th to January 13th, 2023 because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
MIAMI, FL – Fullei Fresh is voluntarily recalling Alfalfa Sprouts due to the detection of Shiga toxin producing E.coli (STEC.) Shiga toxin producing E.coli is an organism that can cause foodborne illness in a person who eats a food item contaminated with it. Symptoms of infection may include stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. The illness primarily impacts elderly individuals, children, and people with weakened immune systems. Most healthy adults and children rarely become seriously ill.
Corim Industries Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Peanut Butter Hot ChocolateJanuary 18, 2023, Corim Industries, USA of Brick, New Jersey is voluntarily recalling the following peanut butter hot chocolate products because they may contain undeclared peanut. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the following products.Brand NamePack SizeLot NumbersLabelCocoa de Aroma24 ct k-cups assorted (12.7 oz carton containing Peanut Butter flavor 0.52 oz k-cups)All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025See images belowSmart Sips24 ct k-cups (12.7 oz carton)All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025See images belowJersey Charm24 ct k-cups (12.7 oz carton)All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025See images belowColonial Coffee12 ct k-cups (4.44 oz carton)All lots with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025See images belowThe recalled products were distributed to a limited number of resellers nationwide between January 11, 2021 and November 30, 2022. Only products with Best By dates between January 11, 2023 and January 11, 2025 are impacted. The Best By date is marked on the bottom of the carton.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/17/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Leroy 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 1/17/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Leroy 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 1/17/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Leroy Twp, Bradford county. 78A57(A)___ – CONTROL, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL OF PRODUCTION FLUIDS – Operator discharged brine and other fluids on or into the ground or into the waters of this Commonwealth.
Muriel M. “Shorty” Tanner, of Rock Run, Turtlepoint, PA passed away on Monday, (Jan. 16, 2023) at Lakeview Senior Care, Smethport.
Born on May 10, 1929 she was the daughter of Victor and Stella Smith Bickford. On July 27, 1946 in Coryville, she married Sylvester O. “Sy” Tanner who preceded her in death on Sept. 21, 2003.
Muriel was a life-long resident of the area. She was a homemaker and helped operate and run the family farm.
Surviving is one son, Sylvester J. “Sy” Tanner of Rock Run; one daughter, Rose McNeil of Spotsylvania, Va.; two sisters, June Mason and Joanne Limrick; one brother, David Bickford; two grandchildren, Mark (Christine Eschrich) McNeil and Andy (Shannon) McNeil; six great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Ryan, Shawn, Ashley, Kristen and A.J. McNeil; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death, including her husband is one daughter, Linda Tanner in 1956; three sisters, Stasha Magel, Joyce Milliron and Patricia McClain; and two brothers, Donald Bickford and Jack Bickford.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 at Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
HARRISBURG – Applications for the 2022 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now available, and Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is reminding area residents that free assistance is available through his office.
“There is no need for anyone to pay a for-profit company to apply for the rebate,” Causer said. “I encourage people who are eligible to take advantage of this helpful program, and my office is ready to help file the necessary paperwork at no charge.”
In addition to providing assistance at the Bradford, Coudersport and Kane legislative offices, Causer has also scheduled a series of Property Tax/Rent Rebate clinics at area senior citizen centers. The schedule is as follows:
l-r – Chase Miles, Commissioners Carol Duffy, Tom Kreiner and Cliff Lane after being sworn-in as directors
Commissioner Tom Kreiner swore-in McKean County Conservation Directors on January 18th. Commissioner Cliff Lane will serve a one-year term as a Commissioner Director. Commissioner Lane has served on the Board for 18 years.
Chase Miles was re-appointed to serve a four-year term as a Farmer Director. Chase, who is from Smethport, has worked at the family dairy farm, Three Miles Holsteins, his entire life and also is employed by Duffy Inc. He has served as a farmer director for the past 13 years and served one year as an Associate Director.
A member of the Board of Directors of a County Conservation District has the responsibility for assuring that conservation district policies and practices enhance the natural resources in his/her county. This requires the identification of local natural resource needs and issues, development of management strategies, development and setting of local policy, and coordination of local, state and federal resources
