CRCF names Dr. Lewis and Doris, Walt and Ruth Reisner 2023 Friends of the Foundation
OLEAN, N.Y., April 21 — The multi-generational philanthropy of the Reisner family has had and will long continue to have a deep impact on the greater Olean community.
In recognition of their exemplary philanthropy and community spirit, the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation will honor Dr. Lewis, Doris, Walt (posthumously) and Ruth Reisner as the 2023 Friends of the Foundation at CRCF’s annual Friends of the Foundation Luncheon event.
Resurfacing Project Continues on Interstate 180 in Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a two-year roadway project continues on Interstate 180 eastbound and westbound in Montoursville Borough, and Loyalsock, Fairfield, and Muncy townships in Lycoming County.
Week of April 24
On Monday, April 24, 2023, through Friday, April 28, 2023, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, will be performing work between the Route 87 interchange and the Fairfield Road interchange. Work includes removing the Right-of-Way fence at various locations, removing debris from inlets, placing rock to fill-in washed out areas, and cleaning drainage structures. Motorists can expect the shoulder areas to be closed where work is being performed. Work will be performed during daylight hours.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, and drive with caution.
Glenn O. Hawbaker is the primary contractor for this $11.4 million highway resurfacing project. Work on this project includes mill and resurface of over 13 miles of roadway including entrance and exit ramps at Route 87 and the Fairfield Road interchanges, new lighting, guide rail upgrades, drainage, signage, and pavement markings. Additional work the removal and re-epoxy of 16 bridges throughout the project. These bridges span the Loyalsock Creek, Route 87, Fairfield Road, Route 220, Carpenter’s Run, Brushy Ridge Road, Wolf Run, and Muncy Creek. Work on this project is expected to be completed in the summer of 2024, with a winter shutdown in 2023.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
Think About It
Hoe In Your Own Row
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Years ago I heard a sermon about hoeing in your own row. It was one of those messages that I’ve never forgotten. It’s a subject that is practical and applicable to everyday life.
Have you noticed that everyone has an opinion and that they believe that theirs is the only one that counts? It doesn’t matter what the subject matter is, someone somewhere has an opinion and they want you to know what it is. To hoe in your own row simply means to take care of your own weeds before you go around hoeing the weeds out of someone else’s garden, (life). But we don’t do we? We look around and see what we consider some offensive issue somewhere and jump on the bandwagon of offense. Plastering our savory thoughts across social media sights for all to see while the weeds of our own life go unnoticed and choke out what we should be taking care of in our own garden.
The idea of hoeing in your own row is very much like the story Jesus told of taking care of the log in your own eye before you try to take our the splinter in someone else’s, (Luke 6:42). It makes me wonder how much different our world would be if we practiced this type of scrutiny. You know, taking care of our own lives before we start meddling into the life of another person. Personally I’ve had to look in the mirror often and found that the very thing that frustrated me about others was very evident in my own as well. I’ve had to do an attitude adjustment before talking to someone else about theirs.
Hoeing in your own row simply means to take at look at our own life, motives, attitudes, and beliefs and make adjustments wherever they are needed. Learn to live life as an example rather as an expert. Understand that in life, teaching others how to do things works better than just telling them. Teaching them and working along side of them will create a friend. Taking your hoe and hacking away at their garden will only create an enemy. The options are simple the choice is yours. Think about it.
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Vote Ashley Gledhill For Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts
Endorsed by Kathy S. Schroeder, Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts Experience Matters
Thank you to all of those who signed my petition and have taken the time to speak with me, it means the absolute world to me. I will be listed as 2 on the ballot but hope to be number 1 in your hearts. It has been an honor and privilege to serve as your Deputy Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts over the past five years.
During my years of service, I have had the opportunity to be trained on the job by our current Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts, Kathy Schroeder. It takes years to learn the complex systems used in our office for civil, criminal and orphans’ court filings. I know the systems, duties and responsibilities of the Prothonotary/Clerk of Court inside and out.
I am very well versed in criminal and civil procedure, which is an absolute must for this position. I also have a heart for public service and a deep love for this community. The most important job we have is serving the public.
Over the years I have had the opportunity to get to know a lot of you personally and professionally. I want to continue to serve the citizens of Potter County, without any disruption in service. There will be no growing pains or learning curves, as I currently assist our Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts on a daily basis.
I am running on the Republican ticket, but I would welcome and encourage democratic write-in votes. I look forward to being your next Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts and would appreciate your support and vote in the upcoming primary election. Vote experience, honesty and dedication. Vote for Ashley Gledhill.
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EARTH DAY AT MILL COVE IS THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 22
Radio Thieves (shown) will be performing in the Charlie Fox pavilion from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday, April 22 and Chasing Rabbits from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy this free entertainment.
This Saturday, April 22 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., Earth Day at Mill Cove will have two bands performing live, fishing and kayaking, fun learning about birds, beekeeping, growing vegetables, flowers and trees, bald eagles, etc., children’s story hour, games to play and many other things to do for toddlers to adults, all for free. Equipment to use and parking are free, too.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Earth Day is held rain or shine so it is recommended that everyone bring hiking shoes and rain gear just in case.
The purpose of Earth Day at the Mill Cove Environmental Area, located north of Mansfield, is to showcase Tioga County’s natural resources and the importance of conservation.
The first 1,500 people who arrive at Earth Day at Mill Cove will receive a ready-to-plant tree seedling for free.
The Pennsylvania Wilds Astronomy Club is hosting solar viewing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Two special telescopes will be set-up to allow safe viewing of the surface of the sun, which is ramping up its activity as it nears the peak of its 11-year solar cycle. In the event of cloudy conditions, the club will demonstrate the use of one or more of their telescopes to look at distant land objects.
Bradford Chess Club Scores at Friendship Tournament
Bradford’s chess club swept all but one of the trophies at the Friendship tournament on Saturday, 4/15/23. In the K-6 division, Bradford’s club reigned supreme by claiming the top EIGHT places! Sylvia Bysiek took first overall by defeating her teammate Micaiah “Ki” Ferguson in the final round. Second place honors went to Aislin Kramer, a fifth grader at School Street Elementary. Third place was awarded to Julianna Bysiek. In addition to Aislin and Julianna, Ewan Bell and Micaiah Ferguson also tied for second place. Three from the club tied for the next place: Elaina Ferguson, Andon Troisi, and Gavin Weart. Also competing for Bradford was Timothy Kelley, a third grade pupil at School Street. Coach Ferguson said, “I’m extremely proud of all our students. It was an excellent finish for our scholastic players.”
In the 7-12 section, the club had an impressive finish, also. Trenton Johnson won every game to claim first! Owen Troisi tied for second place. All of the other three players (Jamin Bell, Zech Waterman, and Aiden Ferguson) finished at or above the .500 mark.
The event was organized by Candidate Master Garry Reynolds. Friendship Central School sponsored and hosted the annual tournament in the high school gymnasium.
Galeton Weather for March 2023
Although I was in physical rehab in Wellsboro, Rick Jones did the measuring while I was there. I observed while in Wellsboro, March was a return to colder weather. It appeared to be a rather typical March. The average high temperature for March is 41 degrees and the average low is 21 degrees. Average rainfall is 3,05″ We received 2.5″ of rain and melted snow and 2″ of snow. It has been a drier than average winter. We could use more moisture. It appears that we are not receiving the normal “April Showers”. What will happen to “May Flowers”? I notice that some lawns are being mowed. Just remember once you start mowing there is no stopping.
Henry W. Lush NWS observer
Thank You From The Friends of the Coudersport Pool
The Friends of the Coudersport Pool would like to thank the ATV/UTV club for their generous $400.00 donation to help provide free swim lessons to the youth of Potter County.
“The Potter County ATV/UTV club was founded in October 2020. Our initial purpose was to promote responsible ATV/UTV use and expand riding opportunities in Potter County. Our board and members care deeply about the communities we live and work in, so it is only natural that we support other organizations as we are able to do so. Many of our directors have fond memories of summer days at the Coudersport Pool and were also beneficiaries of the swimming lessons. We support recreation in all its many forms and are happy to be able to provide a small portion of the funding needed to give free swimming lessons to area youth.
We know it will build a foundation for many of their own fond memories. Keep up the great work!”
The Board of Directors, Potter County ATV/UTV club.
To get involved with the Potter County ATV/UTV club you can follow them on Facebook.
To provide a tax-free donation to help provide free swim lessons, a check can be made to the Borough of Coudersport swim lesson fund, 201 South West St, Coudersport pa, 16915.
Bolivar-Richburg Schools Explain Today’s Lockdown
Important Message posted on the school district website:
- On Thursday, April 20, the Bolivar-Richburg Central School District was made aware of a possible attempt to remove a student from one of our schools by a non-custodial party, allegedly known to the lawful guardian. Upon receiving this information, we immediately reported it to the New York State Police and the Bolivar Police who initiated an investigation in collaboration with our school administration.
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In accordance with District emergency management protocols, all schools were placed in Lockout as a precaution while the investigation was being conducted. Lockout means that all students have been brought into the schools and the exterior doors of all buildings in the District are verified locked. Visitors were screened and limited to our school buildings throughout the day while the protocol is implemented.
Based on their preliminary investigation, the New York State Police have deemed there is no threat to any of our schools. Normal operations are continuing in each of our buildings, and we anticipate a regular dismissal as well. Students and parents may observe an increased police presence at our campuses, which is a normal practice subsequent to a Lockout. We will be holding all after-school activities and inter-scholastic sports.
Please be aware that all statements or actions that suggest a threat to the safety and security of our school populations are taken seriously. Any such statement comes with significant consequences, even if they are made jokingly and/or are deemed as not credible. We need the assistance of the entire community as we strive to provide the safest possible learning environment.
We recognize the need to be transparent regarding incidents that may impact our school community. As a District, we will always act out of an abundance of caution to ensure all our students and staff are safe.
