Ruffed Grouse Society to Continue Reclamation at Gas Drilling Site in McKean County
Kane/Bradford, Pa.: Volunteers with the Ruffed Grouse Society met with Jake Tomlinson, RGS Forest Conservation Coordinator for Pennsylvania, this week to check out growth of previous plantings by the RGS at a reclamation site in McKean County; these plantings started in 2019 and 2020. “COVID and changes in personnel affected our ability to complete this project, so we set aside today to get back to this project now that we have Jake on board with the RGS,” said John Dzemyan, Habitat Leader within the RGS Volunteers. “And now that we have Christopher Beaver on our volunteer crew we can make use of his extensive forestry background,” continued John.
“It was a good day to get out and see the progress made so far, and now we’re going to develop a plan to finish the project, hopefully by next spring,” said Jake. “I was appreciative of the time that John and Christopher took to show me the ropes here,” finished Jake.
The project site is on Collins Pine ownership in McKean County and the reclamation site is from a Seneca Resources drilling site. “Seneca and Collins Pine have been excellent to work with on this demonstration project, and we’re glad we can finally get back to finishing this project,” said Jake. “We have good survival of winterberry, hazelnut, and blueberries, and we’re going to plan on some inter-plantings and add in some aspen plantings,” finished Jake.
Rolfe Beagle Club to Offer 10th Annual Statewide Fall Coyote and Crow Hunt
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Jim Pennington, Jr., President of the Rolfe Beagle Club, announces that the Rolfe Beagle Club will once again offer its popular Coyote and Crow Hunt over ten days from August 30 thru September 9. This is the 10th Annual Fall Coyote and Crow Hunt.
Registration for the hunt must be received or postmarked no later than Tuesday, 8/29. All registrations must be received at the Rolfe Beagle Club, 1016 Long Level Road, Johnsonburg, PA 15845. Registration must include a phone number or an email. Questions may be addressed to wlhab9@gmail.com.
Weigh-in is at 6:00 p.m. every day. Categories include coyote, crow, and largest female coyote. Additional information at the Facebook Page, Rolfe Beagle Club.
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Leon D. Sherwood, Sr., 62, of Smethport,
Leon D. Sherwood, Sr., 62, of Smethport, passed away Saturday (July 29, 2023) at Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
He was born July 6, 1961 in Cuba, NY, a son of James and Shirley (Galentine) Sherwood. On April 19, 1980, at the Birch Grove Mennonite Church, Port Allegany, he married Carla J. Green, who survives.
Mr. Sherwood was a 1980 graduate of Port Allegany High School.
Leon worked for the PA Dept. of Transportation, based out of Cyclone. He retired as the Assistant Maintenance Manager.
Leon enjoyed the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Most of all, he loved his family and being able to spend time with them. He was a member of the Port Allegany Moose Lodge #460.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
His mother and father: James and Shirley Sherwood of Turtlepoint
One daughter: Pamela M. (James) Hagg of Magnolia, TX
One son: Leon D. (Ashely) Sherwood, Jr. of Turtlepoint
Grandchildren: Tyler and Seth Sherwood, Dylan, Camille and Jace Hagg, and Jonah McKeirnan
Two sisters: Rebecca (David) Witt of Turtlepoint and Diana Marvin of York, PA
One brother: David Sherwood of Dillsburg, PA
And several nieces and nephews
A gathering celebrating Leon’s life will be held on Tuesday, August 1, from 6-8PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to 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.
Mountain Laurel Recovery Center Is Having On-Site Interviews During The Week Of August 7-11th
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Mountain Laurel Recovery Center is expanding and searching for qualified and caring staff to Improve The Lives We Touch! We are hosting on-site interviews during the week of August 7-11th between the hours of 10am & 2pm. Interested candidates may arrive in-person on the designated days listed to interview with our respective hiring managers. While not necessary, we encourage applicants to apply ahead of time.
We look forward to meeting you!
Volunteer drivers are needed
Volunteer drivers are needed in the Bradford/Smethport areas to transport American Veterans to their doctoring needs/appointments.
Vehicles and gas are provided by the Erie VA Medical Center with minimal training.
Your cost is your volunteer time to transport the vets to appointments in Erie, Cleveland, Warren, Jamestown, Meadville, and the Pittsburgh VA Center.
Please call 814-460-2327 for further information if you would help do a service for our veterans who served us.
REGISTER BY OCT. 2 FOR THE REFUSE TO BE A VICTIM® COURSE
Register by Monday, Oct. 2 for the Refuse To Be A Victim® crime prevention and personal safety seminar being held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7 in the multi-purpose room at Hickory Hall at 66 Morris Drive on the Mansfield University campus.
Senior Expo Monday at Coudersport Arboretum
There will be approx. 27 organizations/businesses that will be set up with info for older adults, as well as tables with information for veterans. Martin Causer is sponsoring a free lunch for those who attend. Many local businesses donated door prizes, which will be drawn throughout the day.
Gregory A. Farman, 59, of Tioga, PA
Gregory A. Farman, 59, of Tioga, PA passed away Thursday July 27, 2023 at the Corning Guthrie Hospital.
He was born August 3, 1963, in Wellsboro, to Stuart F. and Eugenia (Bentley) Farman, Jr.
Life Saving Devices Available in Austin Communities
Austin Volunteer Fire Department
As part of an on-going fire and EMS safety program with the Austin Volunteer Fire Company, department members Kathy Brooks and Andy Bothell have co-chaired the program to obtain funds to purchase three automated external defibrillators (AED) for placement in the Austin community.
Brooks stated “when a cardiac arrest occurs, the heart stops abruptly with little or no warning.” Early recognition of cardiac arrest improves the person’s chance of survival and is key to starting the correct core of CPR and the appropriate use of the AED to restart the heart. CPR can help keep the heart pumping and blood flowing to vital organs until an electrical shock from an AED is available to restore the heart to a normal heart rhythm.
Bothell noted “many times cardiac arrests happen in public places and it is important to remember that as a bystander everyone’s actions can help.” Witnessing and responding to a cardiac arrest can be a very traumatic event. Having the right equipment available is much more reassuring to your community members in the event of an emergency. With today’s technology, an AED is very easy to use; anyone can operate it under any circumstance.
AED’s are intended for use by the general public—with or without specialized training.
Dennis L. Hostutler, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Derrick City, PA.
Dennis L. Hostutler, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Derrick City, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at his residence.
Born on December 14, 1952, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Harold and Bonna (Chandler) Hostutler. He was a 1970 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On August 24, 1974, in Philadelphia, he married the love of his life, Angelina (DiBattista) Hostutler, who survives. Dennis worked as a butcher for Tops for over 35 years supporting his family.