PennDOT – District 3 News – August 15, 2024 Update: Roads Impacted by Downed Trees or Utilities in North Central Pennsylvania
Montoursville, PA – Motorists in north central Pennsylvania are advised the following roads in the area (listed by county) are closed or have a lane restriction due to flooding, downed trees or utilities. Updates will be sent periodically.
Lycoming
Gary and Paul Clancy Memorial Scholarship Fund Established at CRCF
OLEAN, N.Y., August 13 – A new scholarship recently established at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation will honor the legacy of brothers Gary and Paul Clancy and support the next generation of students from Ellicottville Central School.
Mary Lou HENNE, 84, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Reading, PA
Mary Lou HENNE, 84, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Reading, PA, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born July 11, 1940, in Reading, she was the daughter of Joseph E. and Mary M. Eberhart Kohler. She was married to Allyn T. “Bud” Henne, Jr., who preceded her in death. Mary Lou was employed as a secretary by Wells Fargo Alarm Services, Reading.
American Refining Group – Our Legacy Fund
The American Refining Group – Our Legacy Fund formerly known as the Harry J. Halloran Bradford Prosperity Fund is pleased to announce the winner of their scholarship contest administered by the McKean County Community Foundation (MCCF). This year, the scholarship criteria were uniquely revised to give applicants the opportunity to rename the fund, and further promote the vision of Mr. Halloran.
Korie Dixon, a graduate of Bradford Area High School, is the recipient of the $500.00 scholarship and receives credit for the visionary name change. During a reception in her honor, Ms. Dixon explained that the idea for the name came after conducting research and reading books about ARG, including materials about Harry J. Halloran himself. The committee selected Korie’s essay for its depth of research and exceptional writing. The “legacy” theme she aptly refers to, is a cornerstone of the ARG’s business model which relies heavily on legacy crude barrels from the Pennsylvania oil fields, as well as the notion of keeping the refinery sustainable in the Bradford community for years to come.
Multiple Vehicles Trapped By Downed Wires In East Smethport
On August 15, at 2:26 Smethport Fire and Port Allegany Ambulance were dispatched to 1838 Rt. 6 for a cement truck that has taken down multiple utility lines as well as 3 poles with the cement truck and multiple vehicles in contact with the wires. Unknown if anyone is injuried. Port Allegany Fire Dept. has been dispatched to shut down traffic on Rt. 6 going into Smethport.
PA Wilds Conservation Shop in Marienville to host Community Appreciation Day, ribbon cutting on August 30
Community appreciation ceremony will celebrate partnership and volunteers
MARIENVILLE – To recognize the partnership and volunteer commitment that made the shop possible, the PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship will hold a community appreciation day and official ribbon cutting celebration for the PA Wilds Conservation Shop in Marienville on August 30.
The shop, located in the former train depot building in Jenks Township in Forest County, is one of three total PA Wilds Conservation Shops. Operated by the nonprofit PA Wilds Center, these mission-driven gift shops help improve market access for rural entrepreneurs by sourcing 90 percent of their inventory from rural makers and businesses in the 13-county PA Wilds region, while also accomplishing other mission points.
The PA Wilds Conservation Shop in Marienville is currently open Wednesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More information can be found at ShopThePAwilds.com/PA-Wilds-Conservation-Shops.
North Central event focuses on lending, business assistance programs
The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission hosted a Banker’s Breakfast on Tuesday morning at the DuBois Country Club. Five speakers discussed their lending and business assistance programs to 55 bankers, attorneys, and economic development professionals. Guest speakers, from left, were John Sider from Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern Pennsylvania; Eric Neice from The Progress Fund; Jennifer Hibbard from North Central; Steve Meredith from Pursuit; and Corry Riley from PennWest Clarion University Small Business Development Center.
The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) hosted a Banker’s Breakfast on Tuesday morning at the DuBois Country Club where financial industry experts shared information on a myriad of lending and business assistance programs designed to help business and industry thrive in the six-county region.
Bankers, attorneys, and economic development professionals learned about eligibility and lending requirements and processes from North Central, Pursuit, The Progress Fund, and Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania. Attendees also learned how PennWest Clarion University’s Small Business Development Center can assist existing and start-up businesses through consultation and training.
Marilyn J. DeMusz, 68, of Delmar Township, PA
Marilyn J. DeMusz, 68, of Delmar Township, passed away August 14, 2024, at home surrounded by family. She was born March 22, 1956, in Doylestown, PA, the daughter of Michael J. and Mary Ola (Sparks) Demusz.
She worked at Ward Manufacturing and on April 1, 2010, she Married David L. Smith.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, two brothers: Brad and Craig DeMusz, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a brother: Mark DeMusz and a sister: Valerie Fermenic.
In accordance with her wishes her arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901, and there will be no public services. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
NPRC Launches Low-Cost EMT Course in Potter County
ROULETTE – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College’s Workforce Development department is providing an opportunity for Potter County area residents to receive training to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The cost of this course is $350.00, but Potter County residents may be eligible for reimbursement if they complete the course with a passing grade, thanks to support from the County of Potter. Residents from outside of Potter County are also welcome to sign up for this course offering. Before beginning the course, students are required to complete a placement test to determine class eligibility.
PennDOT – District 2 – PennDOT Places Speed Display Boards on Routes in Centre County
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) placed radar-controlled speed display boards this week on Route 2006 and Route 3040, both in Centre County. The boards are intended to remind drivers to obey the posted speed limit and aid in curbing speeding, a common type of aggressive driving behavior.
PennDOT – District 3 – Resurfacing Project Continues on Route 87 in Fairfield Township, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a milling and resurfacing project continues on Route 87 in Montoursville Borough, Fairfield Township, Upper Fairfield Township and Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming County.
The week of Monday, August 19, 2024, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker will continue resurfacing operations along Route 87 between the Interstate 180 overpass in Montoursville Borough and north to Pier 87 Bar and Grill in Plunketts Creek Township.
PennDOT – District 3 – Embankment Stabilization Project Continues on Route 44 in Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a two-year embankment stabilization project continues on Route 44 between Route 973 and Waterville in Cummings Township and between Route 220 and Torbert Lane in Watson Township, Lycoming County.
Work on Route 44 between Route 220 and Torbert Lane, Watson Township.
