The 83rd Annual Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival with activities for all ages gets underway this Saturday, June 14 and continues through Sunday, June 22 in Wellsboro. 

Kicking off the festival on Saturday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine is Family Day and the Children’s Health Fair on The Green. There will be 45 booths with information, activities, such as games to play for prizes, an obstacle course, creative projects to do on-site and take home, such as cow crafts, planting seeds, and making sun bead key chains, suncatchers, window clings and sun visors, and giveaways, like assorted toys, reflective zipper pulls, reusable bags, stickers, etc.  Each youngster participating in Family Day will be given a free playground ball or an 18-inch super flying disc to take home. Infants to 12-year-olds will be fitted with free bike helmets while supplies last.

June 10, 2025, Bornstein Seafoods of Bellingham, Washington is recalling 44,550 Lbs. of Cooked & Peeled Ready-To-Eat Coldwater Shrimp Meat (see table below for multiple lot codes) 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.

P. East Trading Corp. of Bronx, NY is recalling Salted Smoked Split Herring because the product was found to be over 5″ in length and uneviscerated, as such having potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

Hofood99 Inc of Brooklyn, NY 11231 is recalling its 200g packages of Enoki Mushroom, because they may 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 persons 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.

The recalled Enoki Mushrooms were distributed nationwide in retail stores. The product comes in a 200g, green plastic package marked with UPC Barcode 6 976532 310051 on the back label, distributed by Hofood99 Inc., 21903 56^th Ave Oakland Gardens, NY 11364.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

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OLEAN, N.Y., June 11 – 11 local nonprofit organizations have received grants at varying amounts from the Community Fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.

The Community Fund is an unrestricted fund that supports grants responsive to the community’s changing needs. Proposals are assessed by a committee of trusted professionals and active community volunteers on organization strength, community need or opportunity, feasibility and community impact.

The Community Fund has allocated over $260,000 in grants to the nonprofit organizations serving the greater Cattaraugus region since the fund was established in 2004.

Thirty-two shooters from the Black Forest Falcons Youth Trap Team traveled to Elysburg, PA this weekend to participate in the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Amateur Trap Association/AIM (ATA/AIM) State Championships.  The Falcons shot against over 400 of the best shooters from around the state and landed on the podium in several categories:

SCTP Competition on Saturday
1st Place, Intermediate Beginner Squad (6th/7th/8th Grade) – Avery Torrey, Eli Darrah, Isaac Ostroski, Boone Faulstick, Austyn Matteson

2nd Place, Intermediate Advanced Squad (6th/7th/8th Grade) – Cael DeLong, Isaac Gledhill, Alexis Risser, Haylee Hanes, Chase Hamilton
2nd Place, Varsity Squad – Ethan Hamilton, Kevin Greeley, Ty Daniels, Izayah Freeman, Owen Gill  (tied for first with 488/500 targets, but bumped to second place based on tie-breaking criteria) 
1st Place,  Intermediate Beginner Shooter – Eli Darrah
1st Place, Intermediate Advanced Shooter – Cael DeLong
Honorable Mention, Intermediate Beginner Shooters, Austyn Matteson 4th, Boone Faulstick 5th, Avery Torrey 8th

Honorable Mention, Varsity Shooter, Ethan Hamilton (10th with 99/100)

ATA/AIM Competition on Sunday
2nd Place, Pre Sub Junior – Austyn Matteson

4th Place, Sub Junior – Isaac Gledhill

2nd Place, Junior – Ty Daniels

5th Place, Junior – Owen Gill
2nd Place, Sub Junior Squad – Cael DeLong, Isaac Gledhill, Alexis Risser, Haylee Hanes, Chase Hamilton

  The Falcons will be traveling to the Cardinal Center in Marengo, Ohio during 18-19 July for SCTP Nationals.  

  Well done Falcon shooters and coaches!  The Falcons would like to thank all of their supporters and sponsors for a great 2025 season!

The 2025 Laurel Concert Series offers five shows that will appeal to a wide range of musical tastes. The concerts are free and open to the public. Donations to support them appreciated.

House of Sterling, the Wellsboro-based folk-Americana duo of Molly Cary and Joe Callahan, opens the series at 7 p.m. Monday, June 16 on the Deane Center’s outdoor stage at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. Cary and Callahan will play their guitars and sing their own originals and some unexpected covers. Their diverse sound is a modern twist on the harmony-centric approach taken by The Everly Brothers and Simon & Garfunkel with a nod to the old-time bluegrass tradition for which Wellsboro and the greater Tioga County area are known.

Missing Child Alert, 17 years old black/female last seen wearing a black jacket and black pants

DESCRIPTION: At the request of the Rochester City Police Department, a New York State Missing Child Alert has been issued relating to the disappearance of AMARIANNA REED; age 17; from ROCHESTER, NY at 08:32 am on June 10, 2025.

INSTRUCTIONS: Click on the link for further details. www.criminaljustice.ny.gov

Issued By: NYS-DCJS-MPC

Legislation that would fully repeal Pennsylvania’s Sunday hunting ban passed the state House of Representatives today and now heads to the Senate for consideration.

Introduced by Rep. Mandy Steele, D-Allegheny, House Bill 1431 was approved by the House Game and Fisheries Committee June 3 and sent to the Senate today by a vote of 131-72.

This bill is identical to Senate Bill 67, introduced in March by Sen. Dan Laughlin, R-Erie. The Game Commission supports both bills, either of which would end the state’s prohibition on Sunday hunting and allow the Game Commission to include Sundays when establishing hunting seasons annually.

2024 Pennsylvania State Laurel Queen Liliana Kilgore will crown her successor on June 21.

 The 83rd Annual Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival with activities for all ages gets underway this Saturday, June 14 and continues through Sunday, June 22 in Wellsboro. 

Kicking off the festival on Saturday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine is Family Day and the Children’s Health Fair on The Green. There will be 45 booths with information, activities, such as games to play for prizes, an obstacle course, creative projects to do on-site and take home, such as cow crafts, planting seeds, and making sun bead key chains, suncatchers, window clings and sun visors, and giveaways, like assorted toys, reflective zipper pulls, reusable bags, stickers, etc.  Each youngster participating in Family Day will be given a free playground ball or an 18-inch super flying disc to take home. Infants to 12-year-olds will be fitted with free bike helmets while supplies last.

Coudersport, PA – The Penn State Extension Office in Potter County is pleased to present a series of free, hands-on workshops for youth this June. From nature exploration to creative crafting, these Youth Make & Take events offer fun and educational experiences for young participants. Provided in partnership with Potter County Creative Council and funding from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.

• Nature Journaling – June 4, 6-7 PM at Austin Memorial Dam
• Terrariums – June 10, 5-6:30 PM at Potter County Extension Office
• Sew an Apron – June 18, 6-8 PM at Potter County Extension Office
• Button Art – June 24, 5:30-6:30 PM at Oswayo Valley Memorial Library

In addition to youth-focused programming, farmers and nature enthusiasts can take advantage of valuable workshops designed to foster sustainable practices and community collaboration:

• New and Beginning Farmer Study Circle – June 11, 6-8 PM at Applewood Hollow Farm
• Starting a Pollinator Garden – June 14, 11 AM-1 PM at Potter County Extension Office

This month we also offer one complimentary shipping date to the Agricultural Analytical Services Lab at Penn State.

• Water Test and Soil Test Complimentary Shipping – June 16 by 5pm

All events are free, but pre-registration is required. To register or get more details, contact the Potter County Extension Office at 814-274-8540 or sqg5901@psu.edu.

For those looking to expand their knowledge from the comfort of home,webinars such as “Keeping Horses Cool in the Heat,” “Resolving Tree-Sidewalk Conflicts,” “Pennsylvania Right-to-Farm Laws,” and “Effective Family Communication” are just a few of the many live and on-demand learning opportunities available at extension.psu.edu.

Join us this June for engaging, educational, and inspiring activities for all ages!

Penn State Extension encourages qualified persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the Penn State Extension office in your county in advance of your participation or visit.

McKean County Jail LPN

McKean County is seeking a qualified and highly motivated applicant to perform the duties of a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the County Jail.

Primary responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

1. Conduct patient assessments, perform physicals, order medications, and provide healthcare as required for all inmates at the County Jail.
2. Conduct blood draws, urine samples, pregnancy testing, and strep testing as necessary.
3. Maintain an accurate filing system to ensure consistency and accuracy of treatment programs and the reports prepared for the physician.
4. Train inmates and staff on health issues, such as medication dispensation and what to look for in each inmate’s condition.
5. Work independently, as well as under direction; make critical decisions, often in stressful situations.
6. Assure accurate filing systems and compliance with record keeping requirements.
7. Serve on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week as needed.
8. At times must fill in for Mental Health provider, giving guidance and counseling to inmates.
9. Assist in managing and tracking the inmate prescription process to ensure appropriate care and eliminate the chances of medications abuse.
10. Identify and develop patient care planning and monitor the plan.
11. Schedule medical testing with the County Physician and/or hospital personnel.
12. Conduct research for inmate medical records.
13. Take physician orders and transcribe them.
14. Assist with other such duties as may be assigned for the successful operation of the department.

Requirements for Candidates:

• Minimum requirement as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• One-year experience with adults in a treatment setting.

Qualified candidates can apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749, via email to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov, or by applying online at indeed.com. Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse or online at www.mckeancountypa.gov. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.