RECALLS
Pharmedica USA LLC Issues Voluntary Worldwide Recall of Purely Soothing 15% MSM Drops Due to Non-Sterility
Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Pharmedica USA LLC is voluntarily recalling two lots of Purely Soothing, 15% MSM Drops to the consumer level. This product is being recalled due to non-sterility.
Risk Statement: Use of contaminated eye drops can result in the risk of eye infections that could result in blindness.
| Apotex Corp. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.15% Due to Cracks that Have Developed in Some of the Units Caps of the Bottles FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 01, 2023 – Weston, Florida, Apotex Corp., with the knowledge of the US FDA, is initiating a voluntary recall at the Consumer level for six (6) lots of Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.15% specified below. This recall is being initiated out of an abundance of caution due to cracks that have developed in some of the units caps of Brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic solution bottles. There is a possibility the broken cap may impact sterility and if so, the possibility of adverse events. Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution is an alpha-adrenergic receptor agonist indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. |
PA Permit Violations Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Delmar Twp, Tioga County
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Delmar Twp, Tioga County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 3/01/2023 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Delmar Twp, Tioga 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. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-03-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Delmar Twp, Tioga County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 3/01/2023 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Delmar Twp, Tioga 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. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-03-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Delmar Twp, Tioga County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 3/01/2023 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Delmar Twp, Tioga 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. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-03-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Discount Deadline Nears for America’s Music Cities Tour!
Enjoy a finger-snapping, toe-tapping time on an 8-day tour of America’s most famous music cities – New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville. Experience New Orleans, where jazz, food and fun are always on the menu. Choose how you explore New Orleans – by foot or by coach. Discover Mardi Gras World, where massive parade floats are crafted. Taste the classic beignets at Café Du Monde. You’ll spend 2 nights in Memphis, “birthplace of the blues.” Choose how you connect with Memphis’s history – with a tour of Elvis Presley’s Graceland or by following the last march of MLK.
Enjoy reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. See where country legends recorded hit tunes at RCA Studio B. Create your own Goo Goo Cluster Candy at a chocolate-making lesson. You’ll be humming and strumming long after you return home.
There is so much more to this tour that departs October 1, 2023. Visit this link for more information: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1112513or call us at (814) 274-4877 to request a brochure and get details, cost, etc. It’s not too late! You’ll save $50/per person if you reserve by April 1, 2023 (no fooling!)
Another tour to consider: Hawaiian Adventure departing November 2, 2023. Call or stop in at 5 Water Street, Coudersport for more information!
Long-Term Lane Closure Coming to Farrandsville Road
Renovo, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) issued an update today on its Route 1001 (Farrandsville Road) project in Woodward Township, Clinton County. The project goals are to provide safe pedestrian access to River View Park from the Veteran’s Bridge and to make drainage improvements to enhance safety for the motoring public.
The contractor placed temporary traffic signals earlier this week and set them to “flash” mode. They will remain in flash mode until Tuesday, March 21, when the contractor places concrete barrier for a long-term lane closure between the intersections of Route 664 and Brewery Hollow Road. Once the lane closure is in place, the temporary traffic signals will become active and enforce an alternating traffic pattern through the work zone.
The contractor will also alter the traffic pattern on West River Drive on March 21. Under this configuration, traffic will turn onto West River Drive at the western intersection as usual, but the exit point at the eastern intersection will be closed due to construction. Drivers will utilize a turnaround and leave the same way they came in. This traffic pattern will be in place for the duration of the project.
Work this year also includes building a temporary causeway on the Susquehanna riverbank to serve as a work platform to build an 800-foot retaining wall. The contractor will place navigational aids in the river to denote a safe distance from construction activities to boaters. Work on the wall is set to begin in April.
Overall work on this project includes roadway realignment, utility relocations, drainage improvements, piping and inlets, construction of a retaining wall, sidewalks, curbing, ornamental light poles, guide rail, paving, pavement markings, and miscellaneous items. Clearwater Construction, Inc. of Mercer, PA, is the contractor on this $7.5 million job, which will carry into 2024. All work is weather dependent.
Newsletter of the Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources March 8, 2023
 Newsletter of the Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources March 8, 2023  Featured in Our Good Natured Blog Governor Shapiro’s Budget Supports Outdoor Recreation Economy, Park, and Forest Infrastructure Governor Josh Shapiro presented his first budget to the people of Pennsylvania — sharing his vision for commonsense investments to make Pennsylvania communities safer and healthier, create real opportunity and build an economy that works for all, and ensure every child has access to a quality education. This budget is a set of real solutions to the most pressing issues Pennsylvania communities face, Governor Shapiro said. During his remarks, the Governor stressed the importance of protecting our natural resources, parks, and trails, mentioning both Presque Isle and Pine Grove Furnace state parks by name. He talked about how important parks, forests, and trails are to families across the Commonwealth, including his own family. Read more… Funding Available for Volunteer Fire Companies to Increase Protection from Wildfires in Rural Areas The application window is now open for grants to help Pennsylvania’s rural communities increase protection from wildfires. “We are pleased to the support the men and women who volunteer with the fire companies that serve our rural areas and communities across Pennsylvania with these grants,” DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn said. “Having well-equipped and highly trained wildland firefighters is critical to protecting the Commonwealth’s natural resources, and we encourage eligible fire companies to apply for this grant round. ”Local firefighting forces in rural areas or communities with fewer than 10,000 residents qualify for the aid, which is used for training and equipment purchases directly related to fighting brush and forest fires. Grant recipients are selected based on vulnerability and adequacy of existing fire protection. Read more… |
Sean McKean named runner-up in the Elk County Council of the Arts Poetry Out Loud Contest
Oswayo Valley School District
Congratulations to Sean McKean who was named runner-up in the Elk County Council of the Arts regional contest of Poetry Out Loud!
Six students from around the region memorized and presented three poems to a panel of judges who rated the performances based on voice and articulation, evidence of understanding, and accuracy. Oswayo Valley had two students who participated, Sean McKean and Olivia Cook. Caitlin Blessel from the St. Marys School District won first place and Sean McKean won second.
Congratulations again, Sean!
(photo courtesy of ECCOTA)
Snow Suspected North Of I-80 in PA on Friday
Potter County Department of Emergency Services
A winter storm will move in Friday morning and spread a wintry mix over Central PA during the daylight and first half of Friday night.
Expect a plowable (2+”) snowfall north of route 22, with 3-6″ expected north of I-80 by Saturday morning.
“Ghost” Arrested After Robbing Man At Knifepoint in Bradford
On 03/07/2023 at approximately 1402 hrs City of Bradford Police responded to a reported robbery at 246 East Main Street. Officer met with the victim an adult male who reported a man had just robbed him at knife point and took approximately $40.00 cash from him. The victim identified the perpetrator by a nickname of “Ghost”.
Reports then came in of a male matching the description running from East Avenue to High Street. City of Bradford Police converged on the male and took him into custody finding a steak knife on him and money that is believed to be that of the victim.
The defendant was identified as Walter Dennis and he was charged with Robbery, Theft, and related charges. Magistrate Richard Luther arraigned Dennis and bail was set at $200,000 cash bail. Dennis did not post bail and was remanded to McKean County Jail where he will await preliminary hearings.
Arrest Date: Tuesday, March 7, 2023 – 2:02pm Reference ID: 2023-03071402 Charges: CC 3701 A1 Robbery (F2) CC 3921 A Theft (M1) Incident Type: Robbery Source: City of Bradford Police Department
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/bradfordpd/68048/arrests/dennis-walter-cc-3701-a1-robbery-f2-and-1-additional-charge?fbclid=IwAR00hiabFL0ZcWWhdhjnRdopN71tikhQwkAZ1LeTKEILhvs2oBqPBHaaWGc
Larry A. Kobojek, 62, of Russell, PA
Larry A. Kobojek, 62, of Russell, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 6, 2023, in his home after suffering an apparent heart attack.
He was born in Warren, PA on August 7, 1960, the son of the late Leo and Sophie (Glotz) Kobojek. Larry had resided in Russell his entire life and was a graduate of Eisenhower High School. He was currently employed with the Warren County School District in the Custodial Department and had worked there for 43 years. Larry also cleaned and worked for the Russell United Methodist Church. He was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Warren.
Larry was a member of the Russell Volunteer Fire Department Station 54 for 45 years; joining in 1978. He was a past recipient of the Firefighter of the Year Award, a former EMT, served on various Department Committees, held the position of Lieutenant, and Captain, and served as assistant fire chief for 12 years.
He is survived by his siblings; Rita A. Pace and partner Rodney Zinger of Warren, PA, and Tony Kobojek and wife Nancy of Stoneham, PA; one nephew Randy Pace of North Richland Hills, TX; one niece Amy Pace; three great nieces Nina, Desire, and Zenayda Pace; one great nephew Rei Rhoad all of Port St. Lucie, FL; numerous cousins; and his faithful dog Ellie.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Stephen J. Kobojek.
Friends may call on Thursday March 9, 2023, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. 304 East St. Warren, PA. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday March 10, 2023, at 10:00 am in St. Joseph R.C. Church 600 Pennsylvania Ave. W. Warren with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Burial will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Russell VFD, 66 Perrigo Ln, Russell, PA 16345. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Owlett to Serve as Conservative Voice on Key House Committees
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) has been appointed to four key state House committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
Owlett was selected by House Republican leadership to serve on the House Agriculture, Appropriations, Ethics and Judiciary committees.
St. Marys Area United Way Awards Grant
Elk County- Doug Gaffey, St. Marys Area United Way President presented a $5,000 grant award to Tiffany Boschert and Nanci Mattison from Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoptions Services. Catholic Charities applied for the grant to provide affordable counseling services to families, individuals, and couples in need. All United Way funding will help pay for counseling services for those who otherwise could not afford counseling.
Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption Services is a non-profit organization serving communities throughout the Catholic Diocese of Erie. Their mission is to provide professional counseling and adoption services and other programs that educate, affirm and support individuals of all faiths to achieve their fullest human potential. The Elk County Catholic Charities office is located in the Franklin Center on East Arch Street, St. Marys.
Catholic Charities is one of the many partnering organizations that have sought grant money from the St. Marys Area United Way. Over the next couple of weeks, the United Way will continue to notify the public of all the grant recipients and award amounts. The grant funding disseminated in 2023 is as a result of the donations raised during the St. Marys Area United Way 2022 campaign. Funding raised in 2023 will be available for organizations to seek grant funding in 2024.
The St. Marys Area United Way relies on the contributions from companies and local individuals. If you would like to become one of these individuals or corporate donors, please call 781-6000 or mail your check to the St. Marys Area United Way, 44 So. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857
Rain Barrel Workshop
The McKean County Conservation District is partnering with the Bradford Sanitary Authority and Penn State Extension to hold a free rain barrel workshop on April 15, 2023 from 10:00 – Noon. The workshop will be held at the Bradford Sanitary Authority, 410 Seward Avenue in Bradford. Participants will learn about rain barrels and rain gardens, watershed basics and the impacts of stormwater. Participants will be able to construct and take home their own rain barrel. Bradford City residents will learn how they could reduce their stormwater fee.
The workshop is limited to 30 participants. To register, contact the District at 814-887-4001.
Financial and other support for this project is provided by the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act, administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
HELP AND SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE
It is a sad reality that sexual violence affects so many young people in Pennsylvania and across the world. It is important that we recognize the severity of the issue and take appropriate action to prevent it from happening in our communities.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual violence, it is crucial to seek help and support. A Way Out provides assistance and guidance to victims of sexual violence. Our phone number is 814-274-0240 or 1-877-334-3136. Our website is www.myawayout.org and can be accessed for more information.
Preventing sexual violence requires awareness, education and action. A Way Out offers counseling and educational opportunities to learn about boundaries, consent, and healthy relationships.
Additionally, bystander intervention can be an effective way to prevent sexual violence. If you witness any concerning behavior, it is important to speak up and intervene in a safe manner.
Together, we can work towards creating a safer and more respectful community for everyone.