Daniel R. Jackson, 47, of Salamanca, NY
Daniel R. Jackson, 47, of Salamanca, NY passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023.
Born December 1, 1975, in Bradford, he is the son of Daniel R. Johnson and Kathryn D. Jackson. He was adopted and raised by Bernard and Thelma (Griffin) Jackson.
Dan was a 1994 graduate of Salamanca High School, where he excelled in football and lacrosse. During high school he was a Boy Scout and was two merit badges short of receiving his Eagle Scout Award.
He was formerly employed at Dallas-Morris Drilling, Keane Drilling, and most recently as a pipeliner for the International Brotherhood of Laborers Local 603.
Dan enjoyed fishing and was an avid Raiders fan.
Surviving in addition to his parents, is his longtime companion, Diane Jusko, three daughters, Cheyenne Jackson, Jocelyn Martin, and Francesca Jackson, one son, Christopher Jackson, five sisters, Christine Jackson, Jennie Johnson Petitt, Kimberly Jackson Smith, Billie Lynn McGraw, and Heather Hahn, three brothers, Timothy Jackson, Bernard Jackson Jr., and Robert Reid, and many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends on Thursday April 6, 2023, from 11:00 AM to Noon in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave. in Bradford, followed by funeral services Noon, with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church, officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick Cemetery Limestone, NY.
Memorial contributions if desired, may be made to Futures Inc., or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Penn State Extension to offer Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs for Farms and Businesses webinar
Are you an agricultural producer or own a small business?
You may qualify for various federal and state energy efficiency programs. These programs may include grants, rebates, loans, or tax incentives. Extension Educators will provide guidance on programs such as the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), Agriculture Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, and tax credits for renewable projects.
Extension Educators, joined by a representative from USDA, will provide information about what might qualify for these programs, timelines, and application processes. Some programs can be combined for maximum savings at the project’s onset and overtime from efficiency measures put in place.
The webinar will take place on Thursday, April 20, at noon. The webinar is free, and pre-registration is required. Register ASAP, as space is limited to 500 participants. Registered participants will receive a recording. You can register at the following website: www.bit.ly/energyApril2023. Any questions about this webinar can be directed to Joseph C. Conklin, Ed.D., at juc50@psu.edu.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of $1 Billion to Help Farmers, Ranchers and Rural Businesses Invest in Renewable Energy Systems and Energy-Efficiency Improvements
President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Lowers Energy Costs, Builds America’s Clean-Energy Economy in Rural America
WASHINGTON, March 31, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is accepting applications starting on April 1 for $1 billion in grants to help agricultural producers and rural small businesses invest in renewable energy systems and make energy-efficiency improvements. USDA is making the $1 billion in grants available under the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), with funding from President Biden’s landmark Inflation Reduction Act, the nation’s largest-ever investment in combatting the climate crisis.
“Supporting renewable energy and energy-saving systems helps the people of rural America create thriving, livable communities,” Vilsack said. “When we invest in rural communities, we are supporting hard work that sends a ripple effect across our country. Clean energy is critical to the future of our economy, and the Inflation Reduction Act provides the Biden-Harris Administration with the resources to build a more prosperous rural America while tackling the climate crisis and lowering energy costs.”
To learn more, read the full news release.
Levi Culver Named Student of the Week at Seneca Highlands CTC
The SHCTC Networking and Security instructor, Mr. Bryant is proud to announce the Student of the Week, Levi Culver. Levi (Grade 12, PASD) has demonstrated the resiliency and persistence needed for success in his future endeavors. He provides consistent help to classmates and exhibits an outstanding work ethic in shop labs and on theory assignments. Levi earned his Network Pro certification in 2022 and his PC Pro certification in March, 2023. He is currently seeking his Digital Literacy Pro certification.
Basic Sign Language
How many times do we encounter hearing impaired people and wish that we could communicate with them? As we age, we gradually lose some of our hearing. Sign language can help. Also, mothers of pre-lingual children can use sign language as a tool with their little ones. Here is your opportunity to learn basic sign language that could help you or someone you care about.
This course will cover beginning sign language, the alphabet, conversational phrases and a variety of commonly used signs. In addition, basic facts essential to the correct use of the language will be addressed. A dedicated student could learn as many as 800 signs and understand signing and interpreting rules, basic deaf culture, and medical situations that cause deafness and loss of hearing. An intermediate course may be offered depending on interest.
This course will be taught by Sheri Greene and is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 25 – June 8, 2023 (not meeting the week of May 15th) from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office. The cost is $160/person. The registration deadline is Tuesday, April 18th. To register or for more information, visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
Potter County Housing Authority Is Requesting Proposals For Lawn Care
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
The Potter County Housing Authority is requesting proposals for lawn care at our housing projects/locations for a TWO (2) YEAR TERM. The responsible Bidder will perform lawn mowing, trimming of sidewalk and building edges, as well as grass and loose tree branch cleanup. The Bidder will perform the requested work with their equipment. All Bidders’ will supply a current certificate of insurance of at least $1,000,000 liability coverage and have current vehicle insurance. Workmen’s compensation coverage must be carried on all employees, and a completed IRS tax form W-9 must be included with the bid submission. Terms of the lawn care service is as follows:
Term of contract: Year #1-April 18 to October 20, 2023. Year #2-April 19 to October 21, 2024.
Mowing Frequency: One (1) time a week if grass is 3” or over before mowing. Mowing and trimming will be completed up to two (2) times a week if needed during the period of April 18 to May 12, 2023 and April 19 to May 13, 2024. Contact Mark Tubbs for pre-approval. Second year schedule will be set weather permitting.
Lawn Clippings: Leave on lawn if not visible within one (1) day of mowing at each location. Rake and remove heavy grass and debris from lawns to designated location on site. Redwood Village requires removal of excess grass and debris from site by Bidder. Contact the Maintenance Dept. for the location.
Sidewalks: Sweep and remove all grass and debris from all sidewalks and parking lots.
Trimming: Use a Weed-Eater to trim sidewalks, building’s edge and around trees & bushes.
Bid pricing terms: Bid price should be on per mow basis per project/location.
Project location: Project Name Address
Freeman House /Garden 79 Maple View Lane, Coudersport
Redwood Village 9 Penn Avenue, Galeton
Honeoye Haven 315 N. Union St., Shinglehouse
Ulysses Family Townhouses 625 Academy Street, Ulysses
ASCS Office 109 Market St., Coudersport
PCHA Coudersport Lot #1 Damascus/Market Sts., Coudersport
MV Coudersport Lot#1 407 S. West St., Coudersport
MV Galeton Lot#1 & Lot#2 169/171 Germania St., Galeton
Please feel free to contact this agency at (814) 274-7031 extension 110 or Mark Tubbs at (315) 717-8873 to request a site visit of a project or projects before submission of your proposal. The safety of our Residents is critical while mowing at each location. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick at (814) 274-7031 ext. 110 with any questions pertaining to the proposal request and/or to receive a bid packet for your review and completion. Please return your bid proposals to the Potter County Housing Authority at 109 Market St., Coudersport, PA by April 13, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. Please mark the envelope “lawn care” or fax or email your bid proposal to (814) 274-0738 or pcha1@zitomedia.net by the same deadline. The Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, and to waive any informalities in the bid process. The Authority reserves the right to terminate this contract due to financial funding changes. The PCHA looks forward to receiving bids from Section 3, Minority or Female-Owned Businesses.
Lois C. VanWhy, 90, a longtime resident of Austin, PA
Lois C. VanWhy, 90, a longtime resident of Austin, PA passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, in Cole Manor, Coudersport.
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
Carol L. REES, 73, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Roulette
Carol L. REES, 73, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Roulette, died Saturday, April 1, 2023 in Williamsport Hospital.
A complete obituary will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richard Lee Atwell, age 82, of Troy, PA, formerly of Covington, PA
Richard Lee Atwell, age 82, of Troy, PA, formerly of Covington, PA, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Bradford County Manor in Troy, PA.
He was born on September 15, 1940, in Westfield, PA, a son of Floyd Atwell, Jr. and Edna (Brown) Atwell. Richard was the husband of the late Vallie Atwell.
He worked in maintenance at PennDOT, and enjoyed playing the accordion, guns, cats and dogs.
Richard is survived by his brother, Daniel (Guangyu) Atwell of Westfield, PA; his sister, Janice Brooks of Westfield, PA; nephews Aaron Atwell, Adam Atwell, Alex Atwell, Tylor Cochra; nieces Angela Dunlap, Karie Price, Shawn Lapp, Paisley Neidig and his beloved canine companion, Bridget.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Vallie.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made in Richard’s name to the Second Chance Animal Shelter, 725 Gee Hollow Rd., Tioga, PA, 16946. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com
Marc Rice Announces Candidacy For Tioga County Commissioner
Citizens of Tioga County, my name is Marc Rice and I am a Republican candidate for Tioga County Commissioner. I would like to take this opportunity to share a little bit about myself and why I am campaigning for County Commissioner. I was born and raised in Tioga County and grew up on the family farm just outside of Wellsboro. I currently reside on the homestead with my wife and our two daughters. I come from a working-class family where my dad and grandpa worked two jobs to provide for our family while I was growing up. I started my work experience on the neighbor’s farm when I was 12 years old. Working on the farm and watching my dad work two jobs, as a child, molded my work ethic today. I graduated from Wellsboro Area High School with the class of 2003 and furthered my education with an Associate’s degree in Risk Management and Project Management Professional (PMP) designation. Over the last eighteen years I have been employed at the Tioga County Courthouse. During this time, I have held various positions in Maintenance, Risk Management and I am currently appointed, by the board of Commissioners, as the Assistant Chief Clerk. Within these positions, I have over 10 years’ experience working with the County Leadership to pass a balanced budget. I have also been assigned, by the Commissioners, to be a member of the Reassessment Advisory Council. This provides me the knowledge needed to understand the assessment and reassessment process. I have also been successful in applying for and administering federal and state grants to fund infrastructure, economic development and stream bank restoration projects. I am an active member in the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania and a board member for the Unemployment Compensation Trust. These experiences have allowed me to build my knowledge of local government and build relationships at the local, state and federal level.
I am seeking election for County Commissioner to be a strong voice for Tioga County citizens and to bring meaningful and lasting change to Tioga County. I have the knowledge needed to build upon the County being a good financial standings and I will work to keep County taxes low. My experience in County Government will also provide consistency and continuity on the Board of Commissioners during this time of transition.
As Commissioner, I will work to successfully manage the County to maintain an efficient operation and pass a balanced budget. With my eighteen years of experience at the County I have already identified opportunities to make County operations more efficient and I will start working on these efficiencies my first day in office.
As Commissioner, my other top priorities include improving communications with the public, improving emergency response times in the rural communities across Tioga County and advocate to expand mental health and drug and alcohol prevention measures and treatment services to children, youth and families across Tioga County.
Let my experience work for you and vote for Marc Rice on May 16th.
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ANGLERS TURN OUT FOR THE OPENING DAY OF TROUT SEASON
Today, hundreds of thousands of anglers turned out for the opening day of trout season across Pennsylvania. Despite rain across much of the state this morning, the opening day tradition was enjoyed on hundreds of streams and lakes, all stocked with trout, which were open to fishing beginning at 8 a.m. Anglers of all ages say it’s a great day to be outside, and a bonus that the fish were biting.
Throughout the 2023 season, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission will stock approximately 3.2 million trout into public waterways, with volunteer sportsman’s groups stocking another one million fish. Anglers need a fishing license and a trout permit, and may keep up to five trout per day, from now until Labor Day.
To buy a fishing license and find great places to fish for trout, visit Fishandboat.com
GALE HOSE AMBULANCE OPENS WARMING STATION
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GALE HOSE AMBULANCE OPENS WARMING STATION SUNDAY MORNING – 818 WITHOUT POWER IN POTTER COUNTY – 640 OF THOSE OUTAGES ARE IN GALETON BOROUGH
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GALETON, PA – A Warming Station was opened Sunday morning, April 2, 2023. The Gale Hose Ambulance at 2 Union Street has opened a warming station and everyone in need of warmth is welcome to come in. If anybody wants to donate food for any meals ,please drop it off at ambulance building. If coming in to warm park your vehicle out back.
Martha Lucille Knepper, 81, of Erie Avenue, St. Marys, PA
Martha Lucille Knepper, 81, of Erie Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away, Friday, March 31, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born September 4, 1941, in Johnsonburg, daughter of the late Maurice and Alberta Heiberger. Martha was a lifelong resident of the area, attended Johnsonburg and St. Marys schools, and was employed by Elcam as an operator.
On September 9, 1972 in Cresson, PA, Martha married the late Raymond B. Knepper, who preceded her in death on October 24, 2010.
She is survived by her sisters Anna Mae Krug of Clearfield and Marlene Wilson of St. Marys; her nieces and nephews; and by her many cousins.
In addition to her husband and parents, Martha was preceded in death by her brothers, Norman and Allen Heiberger.
Martha was a member of the Sacred Heart Church. She enjoyed Bingo, bowling, Cornhole, and coloring. She participated in the Special Olympics where she won several medals and was very proud of her accomplishments. She found the most joy spending time with her family especially her cousins during all family gatherings.
Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service to be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 with the Rev. Thomas Curry, OSB, officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 from 1:00 PM until the time of service.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Elk/Cameron Special Olympics, P.O. Box 794, St. Marys, PA 15857.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Mike Zenns Announces Candidacy For Potter County Commissioner
My name is Mike Zenns and I’m running in the Democratic primary for Potter County Commissioner.
As a longtime resident of Costello, I’d like to bring my experience in information technology, tax assessment and organizational leadership to benefit the citizens of this county. I strongly support our Dark Skies program, the Eliott Ness Museum, the PA Lumber Museum, the Austin Dam and our hiking trail systems that bring revenue-generating tourism. I also support economic development beyond the Route 6 corridor to enable new and sustainable business opportunities to underserved communities located elsewhere in the county.
I look forward to being a responsible steward of Potter County’s assets while identifying and solving the daily challenges every rural Pennsylvania county faces. This includes protecting our public schools, supporting our police and first responders, safe roadways and access to adequate healthcare.
Colleen and I have 5 children and 10 grandchildren and I’ll do my best to ensure a promising future for them and you. I appreciate your consideration and support.
Find out more about me on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091304160969
Library presents: Biology and Management of the Spotted Lanternfly
The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library is excited to bring back Penn State Extension Elk County Master Gardener, Stephen Marconi, for Biology and Management of the Spotted Lanternfly. The program will be held in the library multipurpose room on Friday, April 14 from 5-6pm.
Marconi will teach attendees how to identify a new invasive insect, the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) in all its stages of development, which can be found now in your county.
The SLF can affect homeowners as well as commercial growers. It is also important to everyone who travels to be aware of their hitchhiking abilities.
Learn what you can do to prevent their spread!
Register by calling library staff during regular hours at 814-486-8011.
Those interested in the Penn State Extension Master Gardener Program can visit https://extension.psu.edu/programs/master-gardener for more information.
Gail C. Shafer, age 75, of Westfield, PA
Gail C. Shafer, age 75, of Westfield, PA passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2023 at the Green Home in Wellsboro.
Born May 30, 1947 in Pottstown, PA, Gail is survived by her son, Gary Shafer, Jr. of Westfield; sister, Sheryl Klopp and a niece, Aimee Klopp.
Private family services will be held at their convenience.
Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.