Forest “Woody” McMeans, 80, of Sheffield, PA.
Forest “Woody” McMeans, 80, of Sheffield, PA., was found peacefully sitting on his couch, Sunday, July 27, 2025, at his residence. Woody was born May 11, 1945, in Warren, PA. He was the son of Edison and Elizabeth Horrell McMeans. He lived most of his adult life in Sheffield, PA. Woody was owner/operator of Woody’s Sporting Goods Store and worked as a tool and diemaker with Osram/Sylvania for over 20 years, retiring from there.
Running The Race
Pastor B.J. Knefley
The other morning, I got up to take the dog out. Quickly slipping on a pair of shorts, I managed to get her outside before she had an accident. While waiting for her to do her business, I suddenly realized my shorts were inside out. So much for getting dressed in the dark.
Life can be that way at times. We’re in a dark place, and we decide that we think it’s the right one, only to find out that we got it backwards. But it’s life, and life goes that way at times. There will always be bumps in the road. It’s not the bumps that cause the problems; it’s our reaction to them.
Francis “Butch” B. Geitner, 92, of 243 Rightmeyer Street, St. Marys
Francis “Butch” B. Geitner, 92, of 243 Rightmeyer Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Friday, July 25, 2025 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
He was born December 6, 1932 in St. Marys, son of the late Fred and Ann Manges Geitner, Sr. He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1952, and spent the majority of his working career at Stackpole Carbon.
PennDOT – District 3 News – Roadway Project on Route 125 in Coal Township, Northumberland County, is Open to Traffic
Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the culvert on Route 125 in Coal Township, Northumberland County, is open to traffic.
Between Monday, July 14, 2025, and Monday, July 28, 2025, Route 125 was closed between Point Breeze Road (Route 3004) and Bear Valley Road, while the contractor installed a culvert under Route 125. Work on the project included installation of the culvert, paving, guide rail, and line painting.
The 9th Annual BTC (Break the Chains) Festival
The 9th Annual BTC (Break the Chains) Festival has been deemed a big success by organizers of the event. The two-day festival concluded with a morning worship service on the square Sunday morning. The event was full of music, information, prayers, vendors, free activities for the kids, food trucks and more.
Pictured: Some of the BTC crew after a long, hot and rewarding day – Macie Delahoy, Trudi Bowser, Lynn Keck and Amanda Miles-Rudolph and volunteers from the Kids Corner on the gazebo. Dave Miles served as Master of Ceremonies for the event.
The 47th Annual Allegheny Mountain Engine and Implement Association
The 47th Annual Allegheny Mountain Engine and Implement Association , always held the fourth weekend in July, was held July 25-27 at the AMEIA grounds located at Route 155 South in Port Allegany.
The AMEIA was formed to preserve the past for future generations to enjoy. Five areas of interest include oil field apparatus, agriculture implements, lumber industry equipment, road building equipment and domestic ites. The event included various activities including Tractor Parades, Kiddie Tractor Pulls, White Elephant Auction and concluded with a Car Show on Sunday.
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of July 28
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of July 28. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:
Pipe Replacing & Cleaning, Ditching
- Route 3005 (Hutchins Loop/Campbelltown Road) between Hutchins Loop in Sergeant Township and Route 6 in Mount Jewett Borough. Monday, July 28, through Friday, August 1. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours.
Pipe replacement and cleaning are essential in maintaining water flow around state roadways. Controlling water flow is one of the most important aspects of maintaining pavements. Uncontrolled water flow will damage both the pavement surface and the area under the pavement, which causes deterioration across the length of the pipe.
Emery A. Gallup, age 89, of Smethport, PA
Emery A. Gallup, age 89, of Smethport, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Smethport.
Born on October 12, 1935, in Smethport, he was the son of Alfred and Mable (Wolf) Gallup. On June 15, 1963, he married Arvilla “Arlie” D. Griswold in Port Allegany, PA. She survives.
McKean County Sheriff Visited Port Allegany Rotary Club
McKean County Sheriff, Dan Wood, visited the Port Allegany Rotary Club’s regular weekly meeting held at the Port Allegany Moose Lodge. The sheriff presented a program on pistol permits and answered questions about his office. Sheriff Wood is pictured with Rotary Program Chair, Ki Bayline. The club will host the McKean County Fair Queen candidates at this week’s meeting.
Gregory A. Koons, 72, of Salamanca, NY and Turtlepoint, PA
Gregory A. Koons, 72, of Salamanca, NY and Turtlepoint, PA, passed away unexpectedly and went to be with his Savior, Saturday (July 26, 2025) in Turtlepoint.
He was born January 9, 1953 in Coudersport, the son of George and Bilie May (McAvoy) Koons.
Mr. Koons had many jobs, from a maintenance man at McDonald’s to groundskeeper at Penn Hills Club in Bradford.
Leander “Lee” F. Stauffer, 83, of 918 Hickory Road, St. Marys, PA
Leander “Lee” F. Stauffer, 83, of 918 Hickory Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Friday, July 25, 2025 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
Lee was born April 19, 1942, in St. Marys, son of the late Francis and Margaret Heser Stauffer. He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1960, and a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corp. On June 17, 1967, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Lee married Carol Distler, who survives. They were blessed to share fifty-eight years of marriage.
Bernie Meyer, 85, of 1364 Rosely Road, St. Marys, PA
Bernie Meyer, 85, of 1364 Rosely Road, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 25, 2025.
Bernie was born May 10, 1940 in St. Marys, son of the late Charles and Regina Young Meyer. He was a lifelong resident of the area and attended St. Marys schools.
He was employed as a mechanic by the Ford garage for sixteen years and PennDot for twenty-eight years, where he retired in 2000. He also could be found in his garage until late at night working on family and friends’ cars.On August 26, 1961, in Queen of the World Church, Bernie married Mary Vollmer, who survives. They were blessed to share sixty-three years of marriage.
John W. Auman, 67, of 104 Auman Road in Kersey, PA
John W. Auman, 67, of 104 Auman Road in Kersey, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 24, 2025, with his loving daughters by his side.
Born on June 28, 1958, in Ridgway, he was the son of the late Jerome and Genevieve (Copella) Auman. A lifelong resident of the area, John was a proud graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1976. He went on to earn a degree in Carpentry from Williamsport College of Technology — a craft he loved and enjoyed throughout his life.
UPMC Trauma Expert: Car Safety By Age
Kayla Keen, RN
Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, UPMC Williamsport
With summer in full swing, many families are hitting the road, heading to the beach, visiting relatives, or simply enjoying a well-earned getaway. But before you buckle up and start the engine, it’s important to make sure everyone in your vehicle is traveling safely, from infants to grandparents. Car safety is not one-size-fits-all, and each age group has specific guidelines to follow. Following these best practices helps prevent serious injuries in the event of a crash — and in many cases, saves lives.
PennDOT – District 3 News
Truck Rollover Warning System Project Continues at the Route 15/I-180/Route 220 Interchange, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that work continues on the installation of a Truck Rollover Warning System at the Route 15 / Interstate 180 / Route 220 interchange in the City of Williamsport, Lycoming County.
The week of Monday, July 28, 2025, the contractor, Bruce and Merrilees, continues the installation of the Truck Rollover Warning System. Work will be performed between Foy Avenue / High Street interchange (Exit 137) and Route 15 / Interstate 180 / Route 220 interchange. Motorists can expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being performed. Work will be performed Mondays through Thursdays between the hours of 7:00 PM and 5:00 AM.
Dawn Kennedy-McLelland is Named Deane Center Director of Development & Operations
The Board of Directors of the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro is pleased to announce the appointment of Dawn Kennedy-McLelland as the new director of Development & Operations.
A passionate advocate for the performing arts with extensive experience in nonprofit leadership and arts education, Dawn brings a dynamic blend of creativity, strategic vision, and administrative expertise to the organization.
ENDLESS MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL TO PRESENT CONCERTS THIS JULY 28th THROUGH THURSDAY, JULY 31
Monday, July 28 at 7pm EMMF’s Famous Brass Quintet with percussionist Jason Mathena will perform in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in ‘Wellsboro. This concert is BYOB with ticketholders encouraged to bring their own snacks and beverages and sit at tables to enjoy the music. Individual theater-style seating will also be available. Seating at tables is on a first come, first served basis. The program will be announced from the stage but it is expected that most of the music will be taken from the list provided for the Sunday concert at Cherry Springs State Park.
Tuesday, July 29 at 7pm, the EMMF Wind Quintet featuring Lish Lindsey on flute; Ellen Gruber on oboe; Trina Gross on clarinet; Lynn Moncilovich on bassoon; and Melvin Cortez Jackson on French horn, will perform “Mostly American” works at the Tioga County Courthouse at 118 Main Street in Wellsboro. The program will be announced from the stage.
Public Information Meeting Regarding the County Road 49 Over Caneadea Creek Bridge
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Allegany County Department of Public Works in conjunction with the NYSDOT will hold a Public Information Meeting regarding the County Road 49 over Caneadea Creek Bridge Replacement, which is located on CR 49 south of the intersection of State Route 243. The meeting will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Rushford Fire Department located at 8911 Upper Street, Rushford, NY, starting at 7:00 p.m. County Public Works and design consultant personnel will be available at this time to answer questions
Pennsylvania Doubles Solar Power Generation in Just 17 Months
2-Gigawatt Milestone Underscores Pennsylvania’s ‘All-of-the-Above’ Energy Strategy Amid Growing Electricity Demand
LEWISBERRY, PA – Surrounded by solar panels nestled within the Quaker Race Day Use Area at Gifford Pinchot State Park, leaders from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC), Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) gathered today to mark a major clean energy milestone — 2 gigawatts (GW) of installed solar generation now operating across the Commonwealth – just 17 months after reaching the 1GW milestone in late 2023.
“This pace of growth is remarkable,” said PUC Chairman Stephen M. DeFrank. “We’ve effectively doubled our installed solar capacity in less than a year and a half — a testament to Pennsylvania’s commitment to a balanced, ‘all-of-the-above’ approach that supports our economy, protects our environment, and keeps the lights on for everyone.”
Cooking for Crowds: A Volunteer’s Guide to Safe Food Handling
Preparing food in large quantities is different than food preparation in the home. Cooking for Crowds: A Volunteer’s Guide to Safe Food Handling program helps nonprofit organizations and their volunteers understand the risks involved with preparing large volumes of food and the important food safety practices that must be implemented to ensure a safe event.
Even if your organization has been doing this for years, things change, and it is important that volunteers are up-to-date and knowledgeable about rules and regulations governing food safety. Don’t risk your customer’s health or your organization’s reputation.
PennDOT – District 3 News – Bridge Preservation Project Continues in Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a bridge preservation project in Lycoming County. This project provides preservation work on 12 state-owned bridges throughout the county. Work includes bridge deck repair, the application of a waterproof membrane, paving, and line painting.
The week of Monday July 28, 2025, the contractor will be resetting temporary barrier and completing deck repairs.
Route 44
- Crews will be working on the bridge over Pine Creek, located 0.8 miles south of Route 414 in Cummings Township.
Wellsboro Comic Con and Arcadia Theater Present Phantasmagoria Live: FREE
Wellsboro, PA. Friday August 8, 2025 from 9 to 10:30pm at the Arcadia Theater: Meet lead actor David Homb as Phantasmagoria is played on the big screen and David tells stories about the making of the game, the 90’s horror genre, and blue screen acting!
Phantasmagoria is an R-Rated 1990’s PC, point and click, live-action, adventure game in the horror genre. Notorious for its groundbreaking use of live action filming for a PC game, Phantasmagoria is a graphic adventure of overcoming evil, and demons, and violence. Sections of the game will be projected onto the theater screen as David adds commentary about his acting career, including feature films and TV, and his experiences filming the many scenes using the blue-screen technology of the time. A question-and-answer session will follow. The event is FREE and one lucky attendee will also receive a free signed poster of the event!
David will also be attending the Wellsboro Comic Con on Aug. 9, where you can purchase his book, photos, or chat some more. Come visit Wellsboro for an amazing weekend of fun and activities including Phantasmagoria live, the Wellsboro Comic Con, the Tioga Fair, and even the Perseid Meteor show as best seen from Cherry Springs state park!
PUC Safety Division Continues Examination of Deadly Philadelphia Rowhouse Explosion
Examination of Public Utility Service and Equipment Continues in Conjunction with Broader Investigation by Local Authorities
Note: The following information is preliminary and may be supplemented or corrected as the investigation continues.
HARRISBURG – The Safety Division of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission’s (PUC’s) independent Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement (I&E) continues to investigate the June 29 explosion in the Nicetown section of Philadelphia that destroyed multiple homes, resulted in a tragic loss of life and serious injuries to other residents.
The PUC expresses its deepest sympathy to the victims, their families, and the surrounding community, and extends appreciation to the many emergency responders who rushed to the scene as well as organizations and individuals who continue to assist in neighborhood recovery efforts.