Stephen J. Ackerman, II, 35, of Bradford, PA Celebration of Life
Stephen J. Ackerman, II, 35, of Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023.
Friends of Stephen J. Ackerman, 35, of Bradford, are invited to attend a Celebration of Stephen’s Life on Friday July 28, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Mystic Waters Resort, 620 Parkside Drive, Limestone NY, 14753. Please RSVP Robin at 814-598-9613.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY ON CLARA TOWNSHIP INJECTION WELL IN COUDERSPORT
PA DEP to host public hearing on proposed Clara Township, Potter County injection well on Tuesday evening, July 25 at 5:30 p.m. at the Gunzburger County Office Building located at 1 North Main Street, Coudersport in Potter County Pennsylvania.
Clara Township residents have been battling this dumping of drilling waste for a couple of years. Everyone is invited to attend this hearing to help tiny Clara Township fight the potential pollution of their water sources.
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) there are currently 344 wells in the company’s inventory,
including 340 active wells, 3 abandoned wells and 1 plugged well.
DEP’s database indicates Roulette Oil and Gas has stored (or stockpiled) waste at well sites “pending disposal or reuse” for 112 wells!!!!
These waste reports are available on the DEP’s Oil and Gas Waste Report page: https://greenport.pa.gov/ReportExtracts/OG/OilGasWellWasteReport
Clara Twp is located only 6.2 mi from the New York State border and is in the Upper Allegheny River Watershed.
Allegheny River: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allegheny_River
Clara Township has an Injection Well Ordinance:
1987 Clara Township Injection Well Ordinance: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IbcK8LjcE5uT04E0SCCVH8_8tMmiWwjDFv_zsYDID4c/edit?usp=sharing
In 2023 the injection well ordinance was amended:
Amendment to the Clara Township Injection Well Ordinance: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IbcK8LjcE5uT04E0SCCVH8_8tMmiWwjDFv_zsYDID4c/edit?usp=sharing
Anthony “Tony” E. Pierotti, 73, of Coudersport, PA
Anthony “Tony” E. Pierotti, 73, of Coudersport, PA passed away on July 21, 2023, at UPMC – Cole, Coudersport.
Tony was born on January 29, 1950, in Jersey City, NJ, the son of the late John Pierotti who died when Tony was 14 years old, and Angielina (Favorito) Pierotti who died when Tony was 18 years old. Tony has shared over 35 years with his companion, Bette Gates who survives.
Tony graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University with a bachelor’s degree in education. He worked as a Nurses Aid for Charles Cole Hospital for 25 years and prior, four years at the Sweden Valley Manor where he met Bette.
Eugenia (Jean) Piper Nelson, 93, Bradford, PA
Born November 7, 1929 in Bradford, PA to the late Ruby (Shaner) and Archie Piper, she graduated from Bradford High School in 1947. She attended Lasell College before transferring to Penn State University, where she graduated with a degree in Elementary Education in 1952.
Eugenia (Jean) Piper Nelson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on July 20, 2023 at the age of 93. Her family was by her side at the Bradford Nursing Pavilion.
She was teaching in Warren, PA, when she met the love of her life, Arvid R. Nelson, Jr. They were married on August 28, 1954 and spent the next 58 years in a wonderfully happy marriage. Arvid proceeded her in death in 2011.
Jean smiled often, finding joy and comfort in the simple things in life. She loved to travel and explored abroad and throughout the USA with her family. On Sunday afternoons, she loved going on scenic drives, marveling at many beautiful sites in the area. Jean also enjoyed volunteering, reading, playing bridge, selling real estate and the companionship of many dogs throughout her life.
Jean loved her family and was blessed with wonderful relationships with her grandparents, parents, brother, and cousins that lasted a lifetime. She was most proud and devoted to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Jean never met a stranger she didn’t like. She had a wealth of stories and memories to share with all.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother and best friend Richard S. Piper. Jean was a loving mother to four children: Arvid (Angela) Nelson III, Carol (Patrick) Ryan, Stephen P. Nelson and Diane Nelson Ludwig, all of Bradford. Jean loved being part of the lives of her four grandchildren: Zara (Mark) Shick, Krystle (Chad) Dillaman, Ian Ivancic, and Brock Nelson; and six great-grandchildren: Taryn, Hailey, and Nora Shick, and Regan, Landon, and Alayna Dillaman.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Women’s Literary Club, 41 Sullivan Rd., Bradford, PA 16701, the Bradford Area Public Library, 67 West Washington St., Bradford or the McKean County SPCA, P.O. Box 113, Bradford.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. with a funeral service to immediately follow at 11:00 AM in the funeral home with the Rev. Brant Piper, officiating.
Private burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
James J. “Jim” Yust, 68, of Millport, PA
James J. “Jim” Yust, 68, of Millport, PA passed away in his home with his dear friend and neighbor by his side on Saturday, July 22, 2023, after a period of declining health
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.
Celebration of Life for Wallace Easton
749 Summit Road, Bradford, PA 16749
Wallace is currently in Hamot Trauma ICU on life support. Wallace’s family has opted for the beautiful gift of organ donation, where not only can Wallace give the gift of life but parts of him can live on through others.
Wallace has a rare blood type, so please try to find comfort in knowing even in his end moments, he has found a way to continue loving and helping others.
There is not one person I know that doesn’t love Wallace. Whether he was family, a friend, a smiling passing by face, Wallace made an impact on everyone he met. Wallace deserves to have a beautiful celebration that will be held in Rew, PA next Saturday.
Wallace’s mom has requested that photos & stories of Wallace be sent in. I am going to be making a story book for the family. Please send any and all pictures & favorite memories you have. We still need a few people to help with food, if you are willing please reach out and I can forward you the menu you can choose something from. Please join us to celebrate the LIFE and love that Wallace had for everything and everyone.
Dog competitions, kids’ activities, food this Saturday in Wellsboro
grounds at 11765 Route 6, Wellsboro (across from Weis).
Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries invites dogs, dog owners and dog lovers to “My Dog’s a Show Off” this Saturday, July 29, in Wellsboro. It’s a brand-new, one-of-a-kind event celebrating canines of all breeds/mixes, sizes, ages and abilities, with all proceeds benefiting local animals in need.
Seneca Resources Reports Drilling Started in Middlebury Township
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site Bauer 64HU 53664 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site Bauer 849 63HU 53663 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site Bauer 849 65HU 53665 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site Bauer 849 66HU 53666 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site Bauer 849 67HU 53667 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site Bauer 849 68HU 53668 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site Bauer 849 69HU 53669 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Union Twp Township |
| Description: PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site SUSQ Cumming Pad E 2814 in Union Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| BEARCAT OIL CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Mead Twp Township |
| Description: BEARCAT OIL CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site FOGEL 114 in Mead Twp township, Warren county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| WILMOTH INTERESTS INC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Mead Twp Township |
| Description: WILMOTH INTERESTS INC reports drilling started on 7/24/2023 at site DANA 114 5 in Mead Twp township, Warren county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-24 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
Joseph F. COSTA, 83, of Coudersport, PA
Joseph F. COSTA, 83, of Coudersport, PA, died Friday, July 21, 2023 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born June 21, 1940, in Coudersport, he was the son of Joseph S. and Frances Zot Costa.
A 1958 graduate of Coudersport High School and a 1962 graduate of Penn State University, he earned a degree in electrical engineering. Following graduation, he was employed as an electrical engineer by Westinghouse at the defense plant in Baltimore, MD for ten years.
In October of 1972, he bought the former Pepper’s Market in Coudersport and owned and operated Costa’s Food Center until October of 2019. He served several terms on the board of directors of Olean Wholesale Grocery Cooperative.
He also served on the former Citizens Trust Company board of directors and the advisory board of the Coudersport branch of Citizens and Northern.
Joe was a member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church in Coudersport and Coudersport Golf Club. He enjoyed hunting and was an avid fly fisherman and golfer.
Surviving are: a sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Raup of Coudersport; a brother, Thomas (Delores) Costa of Coudersport; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a sister, Mary Ann Fosmire.
A private graveside service will be held in St. Augustine-St. Paul Cemetery, Costello. Rev. Christopher Wheeler will preside. Cremation was at Olney-Foust Private Crematory.
Memorials may be made to Coudersport Golf Club, 839 Cherry Springs Road, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Introduction to Excel (Excel I) and Intermediate Excel (Excel II) Classes Scheduled
Unleash your productivity and take control of your data! Do you manage large sets of numbers, names, dates, or other pieces of information? If so, then you need to know how to create worksheets to manage, store, organize, and even analyze this information. Excel, Microsoft’s powerful spreadsheet software, is the most widely used program for these tasks, and most workplaces want new employees to have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.
Introduction to Excel will introduce you to the program’s basic functions and uses. You will learn a number of shortcuts for setting up worksheets quickly and efficiently and will get tips on sorting and analyzing data. By the time you’re done, you will know how to use this important tool.
In Intermediate Excel, you will take a deeper dive into Excel’s capabilities, including learning about data analysis tools and how to create macros that allow the manipulation of data and eliminate repetitive tasks. If you use Excel regularly and want to learn more advanced functions in this powerful software, this class is for you.
These classes, taught by Ron Keeney, Professor in the Computer Science Department at Alfred State College of Technology, are scheduled for Thursdays, August 3 and August 10, respectively, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. The cost for each class is $59 per person. Register today! Visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
RECALLS
Cooperstown Cheese Company Recalls Products Because of Possible Health Risk
Cooperstown Cheese Company of Milford, NY, is recalling 1400 pounds of cheese purchased, sold or distributed from June 21, 2023 to July 10, 2023 because it has 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.
Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
TIOGA COUNTY WOMEN’S SHOOTING SOCIETY PRACTICE AND MEETING ARE THURSDAY, JULY 27 AT HILLSIDE ROD AND GUN CLUB’S PISTOL RANGE
The Tioga County Women’s Shooting Society is meeting from 5 p.m. until dusk Thursday, July 27, at the Hillside Rod and Gun Club’s pistol range, weather permitting.
“I am asking that women interested in joining our organization meet me in the Hillside Rod and Gun Club parking lot at 625 Gulick Street, Blossburg, PA 16912 on July 27 between 4:45 p.m. and 4:55 p.m. I will lead them from there to the range, which is just a few tenths of a mile further down the road,” said Marilyn Jones, president.
“We will be meeting at the pistol range from 5pm until dusk on Aug. 24 and Sept. 28,” Jones said. The meeting on Oct. 26 will be at the pistol range from 4:30pm until dusk.
Members and guests are required to sign one hold harmless waiver for the indoor and outdoor seasons and pay a $10 range fee each time they attend practice during the six-month outdoor season, which ends in October.
Women interested in becoming a member of the Tioga County Women’s Shooting Society can attend two meetings without joining but are required to become a member before attending a third time.
To become a member, women are required to fill out a hold harmless waiver and membership and medical form and pay dues of $15 once per year in addition to the range fee. “We use that $15 per person membership fee to pay for targets and other materials to be used at the outdoor range and to purchase Gatorade or water to drink when it’s really hot,” Jones said.
“Starting this November and continuing through April, we will return to carpooling to the National Range and Armory in Williamsport for the six-month winter season,” said Jones. Winter season dates will be announced in August.
Those attending practices at the National Range and Armory will pay a lane rental fee and for any target(s), ammunition or anything else they purchase.
Carpool riders are asked to assist drivers with gasoline costs.
For more information, contact Marilyn Jones at 570-244-7989 or at jones_mk@yahoo.com.
NRA BASIC PISTOL CLASS IN AUGUST IS FULL, ONLY THREE SEATS OPEN IN SEPTEMBER CLASS
The National Rifle Association Basic Pistol Shooting course in August is full and only three seats remain in the Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 9 and 10course being held in the Doane Center on the Mansfield University campus and at the Hillside Rod and Gun Club.
Participants in a basic pistol class are limited to 12.
September class registrants will learn how to safely handle and shoot a pistol, how to clean and store a firearm, about pistol mechanisms and operation, building pistol shooting skills, and pistol selection and use.
Jones will assign each registrant to a shooting instruction and testing session on Sunday, Sept. 10 either from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The fee is $50 to cover the cost of books, handouts and range fees and is to be paid to Marilyn Jones upon registration.
To register for the September NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course contact NRA-certified Instructor Marilyn Jones at 570-244-7989 or for more information, email her atjones_mk@yahoo.com.
