Potter County Commissioner Nancy J. Grupp Announces Re-Election Bid
Potter County Commissioner Nancy J. Grupp has announced her intentions to run for re-election on the Republican ballot in the May 16 Primary Election.
During her first term in office she served as the chair of the Board of Commissioners, County Salary Board, and County Retirement Board. She has served in an unpaid capacity as Potter County Director of Emergency Services, saving the county thousands of dollars each year and is a member of the county’s Aging Advisory Board.
During her tenure, Commissioner Grupp has also spearheaded improvements in county operations, including technology upgrades and updates to personnel and human resources policies. She was also chosen by her peers to chair the executive board of the regional community and economic development agency, North Central Regional Planning and Development Commission.
Some of the current board’s accomplishments under her leadership have included:
— Creating programs during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to support small businesses along with fire and ambulance services and other non-profits that were negatively impacted during the shutdown.
— Facilitating COVID relief grants to those significantly impacted in the hospitality industry, many of which would not have survived without those funds.
— Adoption of a countywide Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA) ordinance, making available county tax breaks for businesses building or expanding operations to create jobs and support economic development.
— Improving services for Potter County veterans by expanding the Veterans Affairs Director position to full-time, giving military veterans much-needed assistance in accessing the benefits and services to which they are entitled.
— Supporting a collaborative effort to bring cost-free transportation to veterans who require rides to medical appointments.
— Repurposing federal grant revenue totaling more than $500,000 to support infrastructure projects in Genesee, Galeton and Ulysses to date.
Fiscal responsibility has been a high priority for the board under Commissioner Grupp’s leadership. While improving services in multiple ways, the board has not raised real estate taxes, which she considers a major accomplishment. Grupp is a lifelong resident of Potter County, has 30 years of experience working in the finance industry, and has served as a township auditor and secretary/treasurer, as well as president for the Potter County Township Officials Association.
She and her husband, Lynn, live in Coudersport.
Commissioner Grupp states, “Rather than engaging in extreme politics, if re- elected I pledge to continue to bring common sense leadership to Potter County. Thank you for your support.”
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McKean County Is Seeking American Rescue Plan Coordinator
Position: American Rescue Plan Coordinator
Status: Temporary Part Time (20 – 29 hrs. per week)
Reports To: County Commissioners
Location: 500 W. Main Street, Smethport
McKean County is seeking an American Rescue Plan Coordinator to assist with managing programs identified by the county commissioners for funding through the America Rescue Plan Funds. Candidate will work an interim time period with weekly hours to fluctuate with release of funds to community partners. Ideal candidate will have general knowledge of McKean County with knowledge of economic impact funding and grant processes.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for compliance for use of funds by McKean County for American Rescue Plan Funds
- Assist Community Partners to identify avenues for resources and/or matching funds
- Monitor and assess project impact and identify funding gaps for sustainability
- Assist with program design in collaboration with the McKean County Commissioners and staff
to identify global focus and goals of initiative and tailor process to align with those goals
- Monitor grant applications and execution from award through compliance to final reporting
- Manage marketing and promotion of program in all media outlets including print, online, radio
and presentations as public meetings
- Assist with needs assessment to identify optimal impact of American Rescue Plan Funds
- Process applications, ensure proper documentation and eligibility and provide general
application assistance to applicants for internal and external reports
- Participate in review and ranking criteria to evaluate applicants
- Maintain detailed records of application status, eligibility criteria and award notifications
- Maintain spreadsheet and financial records of allocated funding, invoices, receipts and
final reporting
- Communicate with grant applicants from public, private, government and non-profit entities
- General Office Assistance and Other Duties as required
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s degree in Business, Planning, Accounting or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2-3 years of professional experience in economic development, planning or related field
Interested applicants are invited to apply by completing a McKean County job application and resume. Please forward it to: Michele Jubon, Human Resources Director, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749 or emailing it to: mmjubon@mckeancountypa.org by May 8, 2023. We are an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
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Vote Garret Morey for Magisterial District Judge 55-3-01.
“May 16th is coming soon for the primary elections in Potter County! Whether you are voting by mail or voting in person. Make sure you vote!
If you are in district 55-3-01
(Coudersport Ward 1 and 2, as well as Austin Borough, or Eulalia, Sweden, Summit, Sylvania, Keating, Portage, Wharton, and Homer Township)
Vote for a Veteran.
Vote for common sense.
Vote for fairness and respect.
Vote Garret Morey for Magisterial District Judge 55-3-01. Im proud to say I will be listed 3rd for both the Democratic ballot as well as the Republican ballot.
It’s time for change. It’s time for younger people to take the initiative and responsibility to serve their community.”
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Diane M. (Allen) Borden, age 69, of Wellsboro, PA
Diane M. (Allen) Borden, age 69, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, April 27, 2023.
She was born on December 3, 1953 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late Arnold J. and Jean M. (Louden) Allen and was married to the late LaVern A. “Vern” Borden who passed away in 2016.
Diane is survived by a son: Neil Borden and a grandson: Chance Borden, both of Wellsboro, PA, two brothers and four sisters.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
The Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center inducted eighteen new members into the National Technical Honor Society
The Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center inducted eighteen new members into the National Technical Honor Society at a ceremony held on Thursday, April 27, at 1:00 pm. The NTHS is an educational non-profit that exists to honor, recognize, and empower students in Career and Technical Education. The welcome and qualifications were given by James Young, Director of the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center. The guest speaker was Mrs. Sharon Horvath, Vice-President of the Port Allegany Women’s Club, and co-owner of The Inn on Maple Street in Port Allegany. The Co-Advisors of the NTHS are Mrs. Risha Johnson, Special Education Facilitator/Co-op Coordinator and Mrs. Kimberly Mooney, Early Childhood Education Program Teacher.
To be considered a candidate for the Honor Society, students at the Seneca Highlands CTC must be in the 11th or 12th grade, have not less than a 93% average in the first three marking periods in their program of study. Students must also maintain a 3.0 GPA at their sending schools and be approved by their instructor, sending district principal, and CTC Director. Finally, there is a committee that reviews the qualifications of all applicants.
Students must maintain the standards of scholastic achievement, skill development, good character, leadership, honesty, and responsibility to be considered for membership in the Honor Society. The Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center is committed to recognizing students who have shown excellence in both academic and technical subjects.
Returning members lit candles to represent the seven attributes of NTHS, and then the induction of candidates with the presentation of Honor Cords took place. Refreshments were created and served by the Culinary Arts Program under the direction of Chef Paul Farmelo.
The following list is both inducted and returning members for 2023.
NTHS INDUCTEES
Abram Austin – OEHS – Building Construction
Olivia Barth – PAHS – Early Childhood
Seth Benson – PAHS – Culinary
Nickolas Brown – OEHS – Heavy Equipment
Madison Conn – SAHS – Early Childhood
Paige Crum-Threadgill – PAHS – Early Childhood
Levi Culver – PAHS – Networking
Blair Dickinson – SAHS – Early Childhood
Elexis Hagans – OVHS – Early Childhood
Bennett Harris – SAHS – Welding
Kristopher Herbert – PAHS – Networking
Dawson Hooftallen – AAHS – Building Construction
McKenzie Hurd – CAHS – Early Childhood
Alexis Kemp – OVHS – Early Childhood
Kole Kisko – PAHS – Heavy Equipment
Kendra McGarvey-Smoker – PAHS – Homeland Security
Harlee-Ann Panighetti – OEHS – Heavy Equipment
Alissa Wright – NPHS – Early Childhood
Returning Members
Maya Kephart – PAHS – Health Assistant
Faith Miller – SAHS – Health Assistant
Blaine Moses – PAHS – Heavy Equipment
Sierria Peters – PAHS – Health Assistant
Mikya Stake – PAHS – Homeland Security
Camerynn Stambaugh- PAHS – Health Assistant
Kyle Worthington – NPHS – Engineering
Congratulations once again as we give accolades to our National Technical Honor Society members for 2023!
3 Vehicle Crash with Heavy Damage on Derrick Road
Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department
**4/27/23 3 Car MVA – Derrick Road / Harrisburg Run Intersection**
On Thursday evening at 2110 hrs DCVFD was dispatched by McKean County DES for a 2 car MVA w/head on collision, unknown details. Chief 11 was first to arrive on scene and reported 2 vehicles at the intersection blocking both lanes of traffic, heavy damage to both vehicles.
Both drivers were self-extricated and standing on the side of the road. Shortly thereafter, a 3rd vehicle involved was found approximately 150 feet down the road with its 4 way flashers on. Chief 1120 and EMT 1101 from assessed the 3rd vehicle and it was determined a passenger car with driver’s side damage and 2 patients.
Derrick Road was closed and a detour by Fire Police was put in place using Fairview Heights and Harrisburg Run. Rescue 11, Captain 1170 and Fire Police handled traffic control. Squad 11 provided debris cleanup and vehicle stabilization.
Derrick City EMT’s along with an Ambulance from City of Bradford provided care to a total of 4 patients. 3 refused treatment and 1 was transported to BRMC with non-life-threatening injuries.
All 3 vehicles were towed from the scene by Donovan’s Towing and Tuna Valley Towing. FTPD investigated the crash. The road was opened at 2220hrs. Squad 11, Rescue 11, all Chiefs along with 15 DCVFD Personnel responded to this incident.
Shoulder Cutting on Little Pine Creek Road Today
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of maintenance work today, Friday, April 28, 2023, on Route 4001 (Little Pine Creek Road) in Cummings Township, Lycoming County.
A Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew will be performing base repairs on Little Pine Creek Road between Route 44 and Little Pine State Park. Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed. Work will be performed during daylight hours, weather permitting and is expected to be completed late afternoon.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for slow or stopped vehicles, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
PFBC ANNOUNCES AWARDS FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT
HARRISBURG, Pa. (April 28) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is pleased to announce several awards presented to Waterways Conservation Officers in recognition of outstanding achievements in law enforcement in 2022. Awards were presented during the PFBC Board of Commissioners quarterly business meeting on April 24, 2023.
Maintenance Work Next Week on Little Pine Creek Road, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of maintenance work next week on Route 4001 (Little Pine Creek Road) in Cummings Township, Lycoming County.
On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, and Wednesday, May 3, 2023, a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew will be repairing a slide and performing a pipe replacement on Little Pine Creek Road between Route 44 and Little Pine State Park.
Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging where work is being performed. Work will be performed during daylight hours, weather permitting.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for slow or stopped vehicles, expect delays in travel, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Irene Coneys
A Mass of Christian Burial for Irene Coneys of Machias, N.Y., formerly of Port Allegany, who passed away on March 16, 2023, will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 1 p.m. in St Gabriel’s Catholic Church, 203 Arnold Ave., Port Allegany, with the Rev. Joseph Dougherty as celebrant.
Burial will be in St Gabriel’s Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., Port Allegany.