Saturday, October 22, 2011

Improving Pennsylvania’s Jobs Climate, More Gaming Reforms and Distracted Driving On House Agenda Next Week

Improving Pennsylvania’s Jobs Climate, More Gaming Reforms and Distracted Driving On House Agenda Next Week

The state House returns to session on Monday, Oct. 24, to debate and vote on various issues of importance.

As John Gardner once said, “The best social program is a good economy.” House Republicans take that comment to heart. In fact, the top House GOP Caucus priority is improving the state’s jobs climate and the key to a strong Commonwealth will be higher employment and economic growth. According to job creators and various studies, Pennsylvania still has one of the highest costs of doing business in the country when combining state and local taxes, fees, regulatory requirements and health care.

By working together, the House GOP, Senate and Gov. Tom Corbett are changing the state’s perception to throw open Pennsylvania’s doors to job creation and retention.

The House Finance Committee will move two bills, readying them for floor action the following week. The legislation, House Bill 1503 (Rep. Stan Saylor, R-York County) and House Bill 1552 (Rep. Bryan Cutler, R-Lancaster County), is part of the GOP caucus strategy of plugging away to improve the jobs climate and lower the cost of doing business in the state. The Saylor bill would create an “Angel Investor Tax Credit” for individuals who invest in innovative small start-up companies that have been in existence for less than seven years. Continuing the attack on lawsuit abuse, the Cutler bill would end “venue shopping” by claimants; a suit could only be filed in the county of the alleged incident.

Continuing the caucus quest to fix the state’s Gaming Law, the House will vote on a series of bills aimed at greater openness and transparency; the bills were inspired through inadequacies discovered through several years’ worth of Republican Policy Committee hearings and two grand jury reports. The House Gaming Oversight Committee on Tuesday will take up several other bills to help fix the obviously flawed law.

Distracted driving will be debated and considered on Tuesday.

The Weekly Schedule
Bill numbers will be used to identify the legislation being considered either in committee or on the House floor. The bills, sponsors and summaries are posted HERE.

Rep. GT Thompson Brings Government To High School Students In Home District

***Hundreds of Western Pennsylvania Students Attend "Government Outreach 2011"***

Bradford, PA – Students from high schools throughout the Western part of the 5th Congressional District last Wednesday attended a government seminar, “Government Outreach 2011,” at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. “Government Outreach 2011” – hosted by U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard,” and sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh – offered students insight into the role of the federal government and future career and education opportunities. Hundreds of students from over 16 area high schools were in attendance.

The Seminar’s activities included a welcome from Livingston Alexander, President of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, remarks from numerous motivational speakers, and career opportunity presentations from several event sponsors, including Ms. Amy Oswald, of Joy Mining Machinery.

“It’s a tremendous opportunity to have students from schools from all over the congressional district here at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford,” said Thompson, in welcoming the students. “I’m hoping that out of the conversations we have today, some of the students will learn new insight into how the world works, the functions of government, and maybe even find a career path or realize a passion.”

Thompson later spoke to his own education and career background, emphasizing the importance of a good education in creating opportunity. “Education has been a tool – a key to success and advancement,” said Thompson. During intermission, area high school students discussed their experience at “Government Outreach 2011,” including Page and Ashley from Bradford Area High School.

Two guest speakers were Penn State Professor Dr. Lawrence (Larry) A. Schardt, the author of “The Magic Moment: Creating a Lifetime of Happiness and Success,” and Mr. Robb Armstrong, the creator of the syndicated comic strip “Jump Start,” which runs in more than 450 newspapers in 8 countries. Both individuals offered motivational speeches on pursuing dreams and finding success in life. Similarly, Thompson challenged students to pursue their dreams. “If you have a passion, take a risk, and get after your dreams,” he said.

Prior to being elected to Congress, Thompson spent 28 years as a therapist, rehabilitation services manager and a licensed nursing home administrator, where he learned firsthand the importance of access to quality healthcare in rural communities. During the seminar, Thompson added that his passion for “making a difference in people’s lives,” is what ultimately led him into the field of healthcare and on to run for Congress, where a key focus of his work is advancing policy solutions in the area healthcare.

The seminar, a two-day event, continued Thursday in Lock Haven, PA, at Lock Haven University.

Congressman GT Answers Student Questions

What Government Outreach Is All About

Student Interview

Students Interview

Students Interviewed At Bradford

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Coudersport Wins Over Oswayo Valley Friday In Volleyball

The Coudy girls tossed some treats to the young men in their cheering section.

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Oswayo Valley JV player. They were pretty strong against Coudersport but Coudersport got the upper hand

Frost Advisory issued October 22 at 10:31PM EDT expiring October 23 at 6: 45AM EDT by NWS State College http://www.nws.noaa.gov/er/ctp

The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Potter, Elk, Tioga, & Cameron, Warren & McKean County.

Study Confirms Global Warming

Koch Funded Study Proves Again Global Warming & Apologies Should Be Next

Scientific American said of physicist and climate skeptic at University of California-Berkeley: "Muller's views on climate have made him the darling of the climate skeptics." That probably explains why Professor Muller received a $150,000 grant from the Koch Brothers that partially funded the Berkeley Earth Surface Temperature Project. Other funding included support from Bill Gates' Foundation.

Muller has now released 4 scientific papers (http://berkeleyearth.org/) that confirm the scientific work done by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NASA's Goddard Institute, and the Hadley Center for Climate Prediction and Research in Britain. Muller specifically states his findings rebut the charges that the climate records have been manipulated or incorrectly presented.

Muller makes the following findings:

1. Global average land temperatures have increased 0.91 celsius degrees.

2. The rate of warming is accelerating and warmed over the last 40 years at a rate of 2.76 celsius for a century, after warming at a rate of 0.73 degrees celsius for the entire 20th century.

3. There has not been a cooling since 1998. Instead the rate of warming has accelerated to 2.84 degrees celsius from 1998 to 2010.

The science that the world is warming and the rate of warming is irrefutable. Professor Muller's BEST papers now pose a challenge to the honor of those who have funded and spread global warming junk science.

Will the global warming deniers such as Governor Perry, Senator Inhofe, George Will, and most of the conservative movement who often attack the left for adhering to junk science confess their error? Will people like Governor Perry who have smeared scientists by saying that they have manipulated temperature data to gain income apologize for their reckless, false charges?

For the rest of us, the Muller BEST data is the worst kind of good news. While it shreds the global warming deniers of all integrity, it confirms once more that substantial warming has taken place, the rate of warming is accelerating, and that our climate is changing in ways that can cause major economic and natural damages.

Posted by John Hanger at 11:17 AM

Anyone Interested In Being A Judge For The Roulette Halloween Parade

Interested In Being A Judge In Roulette

If anyone is interested in being a judge for the Roulette Halloween Parade to get in touch with David Shalkowski at 544-8092, or Mandy Andreano at 544-8894. Thank you for your help and support.

Jack Goga Announces New $4.1 Million Dickinson Facility On Boot Jack Hill

Groundbreaking ceremony held for future Dickinson facility

October 22, 2011

By Gian DeLoia

St. Marys Daily Press

Dickinson Center, Inc. [DCI], formerly Dickinson Mental Health Center, held a groundbreaking ceremony Friday morning for their new facility along Servidea Drive atop Boot Jack Hill in Ridgway.

The new facility will consolidate 10 distinct site- and community-based programs into a 28,200-square-foot facility and will house approximately 100 full- and part-time employees.

Dickinson's Chief Executive Officer Jack Goga gave a heartfelt presentation to board members, administrators, KTH-Hallstrom Construction, and to the county and borough officials who braved the cold to celebrate the birth of the facility.

"There is a rumor flying around that Dickinson is building a new facility," Goga said. "I am here today to tell you that is true and we are very fortunate to have a group of individuals in the name of KTH-Hallstrom building what will be a magnificent building for our organization.

"This is a project that has really been in the works for quite a few years. There has been an identified need for our organization; giving its growth and expansion particularly over the last 10 years, to really begin to think about the opportunity to consolidate our programs and coordinate our operations in a way that would be consistent with good business practices and being able to provide a more efficient level of care for our consumers and the residents of our community."

A competitive bidding process this past spring resulted in KTH-Hallstrom, a regional design-build company in DuBois, receiving the construction contract award. A guaranteed maximum price of $4,121,400 has been established for this building project. More...

Sandra L. Stake, 69, of Port Allegany, PA

Sandra L. Stake, 69, of Port Allegany, died Friday (October 21, 2011) in UPMC Hamot, Erie, surrounded by her family.

She was born Nov 11, 1941 in Coudersport, a daughter of George and Coral Coon Church. On November 1, 1969 in Roulette, PA, she married Theodore Stake Jr., who survives.

Mrs. Stake was a 1959 graduate of Port Allegany High School and a1963 graduate Penn State University with a degree in Zoology.

Mrs. Stake spent 2 years in the Peace Corps before returning to this area where she taught in several of the local schools. She then worked as Activity Director, employed by Lakeview Senior Care and Living Center, formerly Stone’s Manor in Smethport, PA for more than 30 years retiring in 2003.

Mrs. Stake was a member of St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, Port Allegany. She enjoyed reading, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by

Two daughters: Heather (Bryan) Bartels of Thomasville, NC, Serena (Kurt) Boylstein of Harrisburg, PA

Three sons: Theodore (Holly) Stake III and Nathan (Tara) Stake, both in Germany and Jason (Kari) Stake of Port Allegany, PA

8 grandchildren: Taylor, Hailey, Ayla, Cadence, Mikya, Rory, Kason, and Jared

One sister: Beulah Meyer

Several nieces and nephews

Mrs. Stake was preceded in death by her parents’ one brother Anton Fatur and one sister Shirley Bartholomee

Visitation will be held on Friday October 28, 2011 from 10AM to 11 AM at the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc, 105 N Main St, Port Allegany, PA, at which time funeral service will be held at 11:00 am with the Rev. Joann Piatko pastor of St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, officiating

Memorials may be made to S.W. Smith Library, Church St., Port Allegany, PA, 16743 or the Port Allegany Ambulance Association, Port Allegany, PA 16743

Online condolence may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.

NY Drilling Regs Offer More Protection To Fresh Water Sources

Insight: N.Y. gas drillers' victory soured by tough new rules

By Edward McAllister
Reuters
(Reuters) - The end of a drilling ban in New York was meant to be a new dawn for energy companies. After years of waiting, they would finally be able to exploit the richest deposit of natural gas in the country.

But as companies delve into new regulations for drilling in New York, they're discovering a bitter reality: half the land they had leased for drilling may now be out of bounds.

In proposed new rules for drilling, which are expected to be finalized early next year, the state has imposed an off-limits buffer around its waterways due to environmental concerns about the effects that drilling will have on water supplies.

The buffers are as much as 20 times larger than neighboring, industry-friendly Pennsylvania. More...

Shinglehouse Ambulance To Mill Street

At 2:09 on Sat 10-22 Shinglehouse Ambulance and Medic 6 were dispatched to Mill St for a medical call.

Frost Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Potter County.

Thomas E. Hatton Sr., 75, of Galeton, PA, formerly of Media, PA

Thomas E. Hatton Sr., 75, of Galeton, PA, formerly of Media, PA, passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at his home.

Born February 23, 1936 in Upper Darby, PA, he was a son of the late Thomas S. and Elizabeth (Shirlow) Hatton. On July 17, 1954, in Media, PA, he married the former Grace Stokes, who survives.

Thomas was a meat cutter for A&P Grocery Stores. He was a member of the Germania Luncheon Club and enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and friends.

Surviving in addition to his wife of 57 years, Grace Hatton, are a son, Thomas E. (Dianna) Hatton, Jr., West Grove, PA; three daughters, Linda Richway, Voorhees, NJ, Deborah Yerger, Wellsboro, PA and Barbara Ann Hatton, Coudersport, PA; a brother, Charles “Chick” (Dolly) Hatton, Malvern, PA; a sister, Betty Mae (Don) Neff, Roseburg, OR; nine grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A private service will be held at the convenience of the family.

Services have been entrusted to Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Dorwin Furman sale..EXTENDED

Dorwin Furman sale..

Jim,

Can you please post an update on the Dorwin Furman Estate sale for me? It is now a yard sale, and will be going on till the end of the day.. There is a washer and dryer for sale for $50.. for the set, tools, a truck, and lots of household items as well.. Thanks so much!

Katie
10-22 ESTATE SALE Coudersport-9 to 11 am
33 Anchor Toy Lane
Coudersport Mobile Home
Park, RT. 49 North

Charges Filed In Bradford Stabbings

Two Charged After Main Street Stabbing

Two people have been charged in connection to a stabbing two weeks ago on Main Street.

32-year-old Joseph Henton is charged with felony counts of aggravated assault and misdemeanor counts of simple assault and tampering with evidence.

20-year-old Deng Deng of Pittsburgh, who is a Pitt-Bradford student, is charged with misdemeanor counts of attempted simple assault and disorderly conduct as well as a summary offense of harassment, according to court records.

In the early morning hours of October 7, Henton, Deng and a group of other people were involved in a fight on Main Street when Henton allegedly used a racial slur toward Deng and allegedly stabbed him and Esteban Santiago, another Pitt-Bradford student.

Henton is also charged with recklessly endangering another person and disorderly conduct. He is free on $10,000 bail.

Deng has not been arraigned yet. That has been scheduled for October 31.

Posted by Anne at 1490 NewsBlog

DEP: Natural Gas Gathering Pipeline Approved North Of Ulysses

Authorization ID:	896170
Permit number:	ESX11-105-0008
Site:	ULYSSES PIPELINE NETWORK
Client:	ALLEGHENY ENTERPRISES INC
Authorization type:	Expedited E&S Stormwater General Permit 1
Application type:	New
Authorization is for:	SITE
Date received:	09/26/2011
Status:	Issued 10/17/2011

EPA Head Faults House Republicans Assault On Clean Air/Water

Op-Ed
'Too dirty to fail'?
House Republicans' assault on our environmental laws must be stopped.

By Lisa P. Jackson
Los Angeles Times
October 21, 2011

Americans must once again stand up for their right to clean air and clean water.

Since the beginning of this year, Republicans in the House have averaged roughly a vote every day the chamber has been in session to undermine the Environmental Protection Agency and our nation's environmental laws. They have picked up the pace recently — just last week they voted to stop the EPA's efforts to limit mercury and other hazardous pollutants from cement plants, boilers and incinerators — and it appears their campaign will continue for the foreseeable future. Read the entire op ed in the LA Times.....

Lisa P. Jackson is the administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Chili Cook Off Today In Port Allegany

Pastor Dan Fuller writes:
Hey I know this is a little late, but we are having a chili cook off today at 5pm anyone can enter, open to public, prizes for best chili.

Fatal Crash Victim Identified/Texas Man Jailed

Fatal Crash Victim Identified/Texas Man Jailed

Canisteo Valley News

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, PA - A Chemung County woman was killed in a two vehicle accident in Tioga County Pennsylvania on Friday morning. Pennsylvania State Police report that Lauralee Widmer, 36, of Elmira, was driving in the Tioga County Town of Jackson, when her vehicle was struck by another vehicle, driven by Brandon Davidson, 32, of Perryton, Texas. She was pronounced dead at the scene by the Tioga County coroner.

Davidson is facing numerous charges including homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, and reckless driving. More..

Coudersport Ambulance To Deering Run Road

At 8:55 am on Saturday, Coudersport Ambulance and Medic 6 have been dispatched to Deering Run Road in Summit Township for a fall victim.

Frost Advisory 3 am to 9 am Sunday Morning

The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Potter County and most area counties.

Frost advisory in effect from 3 am to 9 am EDT Sunday...

The National Weather Service in State College has issued a frost
advisory... which is in effect from 3 am to 9 am EDT Sunday.

Mazing For Miracles (tonight) Saturday To Benefit Arnot Ogden

Mazing For Miracles Slated for this weekend

Whispering Evergreens Farm in Ulysses, PA is proud to present Mazing For Miracles fundraiser for the Arnot Ogden Medical Center for the 2nd year in a row.

The funds raised from this event will go directly to the Children’s Miracle Network at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. This program was designed to assist the Hamiltons in raising funds for a hospital that did so much for them and their daughter Marian who was born three months premature. “If it were not for the Arnot, Marian would not have done as well as she did” states Marian’s dad Marshall.

The Children’s Miracle Network assists families with a multitude of things including an emergency fund if their child needs to be transferred to another hospital.

Children's Miracle Network (CMN) is an alliance of 170 hospitals dedicated to raising funds and awareness for the treatment of infants and children. Since 1992, CMN at Arnot Ogden Medical Center has raised more than $4 million to support healthcare services for infants and children in a nine-county region of southern New York and northern Pennsylvania.

Each year, Arnot Ogden Medical Center's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) cares for more than 360 premature or critically ill infants. The pediatric program at Arnot serves more than 400 children annually and is the only dedicated pediatric unit in the Twin Tiers.

Every dollar raised locally stays in our region.

Every dollar benefits a child through medical care, equipment, programs or education. Last year Little Marian presented a check totaling $1,010 to CMN. This year Marian and her parents are hoping to raise $1,500 to donate to CMN and the families at the Arnot.

Please come out for Mazing for Miracles. October 22, 2011. Bring a flashlight as the corn maze will be dark. 320 Gee Hill Road Ulysses PA 16948.

These little pumpkins need us! For more information contact the Hamiltons at 814-848-7426.

Bring the Kids To The Pumpkin Patch Saturday & Sundays NOON To DARK

Daytime/Evening Help Wanted In Potter County & Port Allegany

Business Sign Stolen In West Branch Township

A sign for "John's Sporting Goods" was stolen from the intersection of West Branch Road and Crippen Run Road in West Branch Township between October 5 and October 13, 2011.

State Police said the sign owned by John M. Zeiger of 27 Whispering Pines, Galeton, PA, was described as being 2 foot by 4 foot in size, white with black lettering, with the name of the business and directions to the business printed on it.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PSP Coudersport at 814-274-8690. Trooper Neil Fausey is the investigator.

Thieves Take 150 Gallons Of Home Heating Oil From Residence

Theft of 150 gallons of home heating oil from an outside storage tank located at a seasonal residence at 2235 McGinnis Road in Genesee Township between July 6th and October 14, 2011 is under investigation by State Police at Coudersport.

James W. Burkett of Euclid, Ohio told troopers unknown actor(s) removed the fuel oil fram the storage tank at his seasonal residence. Trooper Neil Fausey, who investigated, asks anyone with information to call PSP at 814-274-8690.

Friday, October 21, 2011

Break-In at Glenn O. Hawbaker

Break-In at Glenn O. Hawbaker

Someone broke into a Glenn O. Hawbaker office trailer in Turtlepoint sometime between 5 o’clock Thursday afternoon and 6 o’clock this morning.

State police say the person or people kicked in the door and, once inside, rummaged through desk drawers before fleeing the scene.

Posted by Anne at 1490 NewsBlog

ATV Accident On Old State Road In Sullivan Township

10/21/2011

8:19 PM

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

OLD STATE RD

SULLIVAN TWP

Mansfield Ambulance and Medic 1 are responding to a report that a 19 year old has hit a deer with an ATV and has suffered a head injury. A helicopter has landed at a landing zone and is airborne at 9:30 pm. All units returning.

Grand Opening for the Wildlife Center at Sinnemahoning State Park

Grand Opening for the Wildlife Center at Sinnemahoning State Park

This is an open invitation for friends and visitors to join the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources at the grand opening of the Wildlife Center at Sinnemahoning State Park, on Wednesday, October 26, at 2:00 p.m. at the park.

Sinnemahoning, in the heart of the Pennsylvania Wilds, offers an abundance of wildlife, from bear and eagles to otters. Only a short jump off the Elk Scenic Drive, the park also is host to a small elk population.

The Wildlife Center will help educate visitors about regional wildlife watching opportunities and photography, conservation history and stewardship practices, and provide creative ideas for exploration of this unique and rugged section of Pennsylvania.

We hope you can join us for the celebration.

Sincerely,
Richard J. Allan
Secretary

John D. Piller, 69, of Congress St. Bradford PA.

John D. Piller, 69, of Congress St. passed away, surrounded by his loving children on Thursday, October 20th, 2011 in The Pavilion at BRMC.

Born March 31, 1942, in Bradford he was a son of the late John D. and Margaret H. (Provotjak) Piller.

Mr. Piller attended Bradford Are Schools. He had worked for Pennzoil and then later at Bradford Forest Products until his retirement. He was a member of St. Bernard Church, the Eagles Club, VFW Post #212, the Marche Club and the American Legion.

He is survived by two daughters, Helen Michelle (Michael Reynolds) Stoddard of Bradford and Kimberly (Daniel) Daugherty of Vandergrift, two sons Timothy (Amanda Coy) Piller of Bradford and Jonathan G. (Kelly Clark) Piller of Bradford, twelve grandchildren, Justin Conklin, Kayla Ann Marie Stidd, Kayla Marie Lyons, Aaron Stoddard, Hunter Ackley, Alena Carnegie, Jordan Piller, Arianna Piller, Colton Reynolds, Caden Daugherty, Lakyn Daugherty, and Nevaeh Piller, one great granddaughter, several nieces, nephews and his companion Louise Distrola of Bradford.

He was preceded in death by his parents, six sisters, Sister Helen Michele Piller, Veronica Piller, Mary Thomas, Dorothy Johnson, Ann Harrison and Pauline Kleiderlein, two brothers, Joseph Piller and Michael S. Piller.

Family will be receiving friends on Monday, October 24, 2011 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., South Ave, where a prayers service will be held at 9:30am Tuesday followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am in St. Bernard Church with Rev. Raymond Gramata, pastor as Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.

A Christian Wake Service will be held at 8:30pm Monday in the funeral home.

Memorials if desired may be made to the American Cancer Society McKean County Unit , PO Box 67, Bradford, PA or St. Bernard Church, P.O. Box 2394, Bradford, Pa. 16701

Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Potter County Hospice Will Hold Their Annual Memorial Service

Potter County Hospice Will Hold Their Annual Memorial Service

Potter County Hospice will hold their annual memorial service at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 6 at the Faith United Methodist Church in Sweden Valley. All are invited to attend.

No One Hurt In Car/Deer Crash On Rt. 120 Today

Two men were uninjured, but their 2003 Chevrolet Silverado was disabled after they struck a deer on Route 120 in Lumber Township, Cameron County, about a mile west of Britton Hill Road, at 10:15 am.

Leonard J. Mallin, 65, of Mt. Pleasant, PA, and his passenger, Harry D. Elder, 63, of Greensburg, PA, were wearing seatbelts and were not hurt.

Troopers daid they were traveling west on Route 120 when a deer entered the roadway from the south berm. Mallin was unable to avoid the deer and impacted it with the right front of the pickup. He was able to pill the truck off the roadway where it became disabled. Mallin was not cited.

2 Vehicle MVA On Route 6 West Of Port Allegany

2 Vehicle MVA West Of Port Allegany On Rt. 6
At 2:54 pm on Friday, Port Allegany Fire Dept. has been dispatched to Route 6, 4 miles west of Port Allegany in Liberty Township, for a 2 vehicle motor vehicle accident.

Caller is reporting no injuries or entrapment. Vehicles are still in the roadway.

3:03 PM--SMETHPORT FIRE DEPT. DISPATCHED TO THIS CRASH. Recalled except fire police.

Ambulance subsequently dispatched for possible injury.

Coudersport Ambulance To Avenue B in Rubbertown

At 2:50 pm on Friday, Coudersport Ambulance and Medic 6 have been dispatched to Avenue B in Rubbertown for a medical emergency.

Joyce E. Ayers, 80, of Coudersport, PA

Joyce E. Ayers, 80, of Coudersport, PA died Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport.

Born on September 25, 1931 in Andrews Settlement, PA she was the daughter of James A. and Beatrice Bly Furman. On April 7, 1950 in Coudersport, she married Leo C. Ayers, who died on October 11, 1993.

Mrs. Ayers was a graduate of Coudersport High School. She worked on the farm with her husband and she had also worked at the Potter Leader Enterprise and later at City News. She was a member of the Sweden Valley Faith United Methodist Church.

Surviving are her daughter, Mildred “Millie” Ayers and son-in-law, Alan Dickerson, both of Coudersport, one sister, Audrey Furman of Coudersport, one brother, Frederick “Wick” Furman and his wife, Faye, of Coudersport, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sons, James and Thomas Ayers, a sister, Margaret Baker and a brother, James E. Furman.

Friends are invited to Joyce’s Life Celebration on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at the Fickinger Funeral Home beginning with visitation from 12:00pm until 1:00pm. Funeral and committal services will follow at 1:00pm Tuesday at the funeral home with the Reverend Thomas Shatto officiating. Burial will be in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sweden Valley Faith United Methodist Church, East Second Street, Coudersport, PA 16915, or to the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Avenue, Coudersport, PA 16915.

Flood repairs on Routes 154 and 87 in Sullivan County start next week

Travel Advisory
Flood repairs on Routes 154 and 87 in Sullivan County start next week

A $489,000 flood-recovery contract that will include repairs to Routes 154 and 87 in Sullivan County is scheduled to start on Monday, Oct. 24.

The work by Minichi, Inc. will take place at three different locations.

Work on Route 154 will be along Loyalsock Creek across from the Sullivan County Fairgrounds at Forksville. The majority of the eastbound lane and shoulder was lost during recent flood events. The work will consist of reconstructing the lane and placement of rock protection along the creek bank.

Once the road work is completed, the roadway will be reopened to traffic, which is expected by mid-November. In the meantime, motorists are reminded to obey the closed-road signs.

Additional work on Route 154 is at the bridge over Loyalsock Creek at Worlds End State Park involving debris removal under and on top of the structure, underpinning and jacketing of the abutment scour, replacing the handrail, and the sidewalk along the northwest corner.

The work on Route 87 in Colley Township is to place rock to stabilize the shoulder and roadway along Mehoopany creek.

All work under this contract is scheduled for completion by mid-January.

I-80 Columbia County bridges work-zone lane restriction for next week

Travel Advisory
I-80 Columbia County bridges work-zone lane restriction for next week

Following is the planned work-zone lane closure for the Interstate 80 river bridges project in Columbia County next week.

Monday through Thursday, Oct. 24 - 27, the eastbound right lane will be closed for 800 feet between miles 241 and 242 with a daylight signing pattern for truck egress from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A stop condition remains in effect at the top of the ramps entering westbound I-80 from Route 339 south and eastbound I-80 from Route 11 north.

Criminal Trespass Investigated In Galeton

Troopers are investigating an incident of Criminal Trespass at 102 Pine Street in Galeton Boro. The actor was on property that he had been evicted from on October 17 at 3:00 pm.

Troopers Invesitgating Burglary

A burglary of a seasonal residence off Big Moore's Run Road in Homer Township between September 24 and October 11, 2011 is under investigation by State Police at Coudersport station.

Unknown actor(s) forced entry into the seasonal residence of John M. Barley of 361 Ironstone Ridge Road in Lancaster, PA.

Anyone with any information on this crime is asked to contact PSP Coudersport at 814-274-8690. Trooper Travis Trimbur is the investigator.

Star Needs A New Home

Her name is Star,

she is a cross of lab and possible German short hair, approx 3 1/2 years old, not fixed, good with children and other dogs.

Has never been around a cat, but she doesn't chase or bark at the neighbors cat.

Her owner has passed away and his wife is wheel chair bond and unable to care for her.

Call 814-546-9117

Official: US Pulling Out All Troops From Iraq

Official: US Pulling Out All Troops From Iraq

The United States will withdraw almost all its troops from Iraq by the end of
the year, as a current agreement with Iraq dictates, a U.S. official says.
MORE DETAILS: <http://www.wjactv.com/tu/62Bx52bGX.html>

Approved Minutes of Potter County Commissioners Meeting of October 6, 2011

(Financials from this meeting were previously posted.)

Frances L. Cummiskey, 66, of 3 Burnside Ave., Bradford, PA

Frances L. Cummiskey, 66, of 3 Burnside Ave., passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, October 20th, 2011, after a brief stay at The Pavilion at BRMC, she was surrounded by her loving family.

Born January 18, 1945, in Lewis Run, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Florence (Barr) Zamberlan.

On May 16, 1964 at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church she married Gene P. Cummiskey who survives.

Mrs. Cummiskey was a 1962 graduate of St. Bernard High School. She had worked for J.C. Penneys for ten years and then at KOA Speers for 22 years in sales and service. She loved to travel with her husband, time spent at the Casino, sitting around campfires with grandchildren, walking, shopping and spending time with her family. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church.

In addition to her husband of 47 years she is survived by two daughters, Colleen Bryner and Jill Cummiskey both of Bradford, a son, James (LaRen) Cummiskey of Kailua Kona, Hawaii, seven sisters, Patricia Butler of Lewis Run, Helen Mott of Lackawanna NY, Pauline Turnham of Lewisville, TX, Joan Crooks of Youngsville, Marilyn Phivelic of McKeesport, Theresa Schrawder of Lewisburg, and Martha Drake of Strongsville, OH, four brothers, Ted Zamberlan of Lewis Run, John Zamberlan of Eugene, OR, Pete Zamberlan of Westline, and Jim Zamberlan of Houston, TX, four grandchildren; Evan Frisina, Erin Frisina, Blake Tyger and Drew Tyger and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a sister Edith Delaney.

Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, October 29, 2011, at 10:00am in St. Francis of Assisi Church with Rev. Steven Collins, pastor as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Bradford Hospital Foundation, 116 Interstate Parkway in care of the Narissa McGill Oncology Fund, or American Cancer Society McKean Co. Unit PO Box 67 Bradford, PA 16701.

On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Potter County Commissioners Meeting Agenda For October 20, 2011

Safety Issues Prompt Complete Drawdown of Speedwell Forge Lake

Safety Issues Prompt
Complete Drawdown of Speedwell Forge Lake

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is alerting anglers, boaters and the general public that it has begun to completely draw down Lancaster County’s Speedwell Forge Lake in order to alleviate pressure on the lake’s dam and spillway, which was heavily damaged by recent storm events.

“We inspected the facility on Oct. 17-18 and found that the spillway had lifted or ‘heaved’ as a result of increased pressure, subsequently creating numerous cracks in the concrete spillway,” said Dan Leonard, director of the PFBC Bureau of Engineering. “The spillway’s structural integrity has been compromised and we believe future storm events will further degrade its integrity. Therefore, we are proceeding with the immediate and complete drawdown of the impoundment until further testing and analyses can be performed.”

The lake is being drained at a rate of about one foot per day. Depending on the weather, it may take over a month to fully drain it.

In anticipation of the complete drawdown, the PFBC has temporarily lifted all seasons, sizes and creel limits on the lake and is encouraging anglers to harvest as many fish as they can.

“With the warm October that we’ve had so far, lakes are warmer than usual and fish are very active, which should make fishing very good now and as the lake is drawn down,” said Dave Miko, chief of the PFBC Division of Fisheries Management. “Anglers can expect to catch largemouth bass, crappie, channel catfish, bluegill, and carp.”

PFBC biologists will conduct fish salvages within the next several weeks and will move the fish to nearby waters. Biologists have not yet identified those waters. Although fish salvages generally save a large number of fish, a significant amount will also perish, added Miko.

“We will collect as many fish as we can through netting and electro-fishing, but it is impossible to capture all of them,” he said. “Fish die during any drawdown and salvage effort. Many hide around structures where we simply can’t reach them, and others become buried in the mud when they are slow to exit the lake with the remaining water. Anglers and the general public should expect to see this.”

In particular, a large number of the gizzard shad population is expected to perish. The species - a silver gray forage fish which ranges from 4 inches to 12 inches in length - experiences natural die-offs each spring at the lake. They also have a limited tolerance to handling.

The lake will remain open to public use until the water level reaches a point where it may be unsafe for anglers. At that point the lake will be closed and signs will be posting alerting anglers of the closing.

Located in Elizabeth Township, Speedwell Forge Lake is a 106-acre impoundment owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and managed by the PFBC for public fishing and boating. The Commonwealth acquired the property in 1963, and the dam was constructed in 1966. The Commission's Southeast Region office is located at the lake.

The lake is one of 16 high-hazard and un-safe dams managed by the PFBC on behalf of the Commonwealth. The PFBC estimates that it will cost $6.43 million to reconstruct the dam’s concrete spillway and reinforce the embankment. However, the project is currently unfunded.

The PFBC is currently rebuilding four high-hazard and un-safe dams, including Leaser Lake in Lehigh County, Opossum Lake in Cumberland County, and the Dutch Fork and Canonsburg lakes in Washington County.

More information about high-hazard dams and the funding needed to rebuild them is available on the PFBC website at: http://www.fishandboat.com/dams/index.htm.

Roulette Township Supervisors Postpone November Meeting

MEETING CHANGE NOTICE

The regular monthly meeting of the Roulette Township Supervisors that was scheduled for Monday, November 14, 2011 has been changed to Monday, November 21, 2011 at 6:00PM at the Roulette Township Office due to scheduling conflicts.

Anyone that was planning on attending the November meeting, please make a note of the change and plan to attend the meeting on November 21.

The Roulette Township Supervisors

10-22 Relay For Life Kick Off Meeting

Relay For Life Kick Off Meeting

On Saturday, October 22, 2011 the Potter County Relay For Life will be holding the “Kick Off Meeting” for the 2012 Relay For Life. This meeting will be held from 4:00PM to 6:00PM at the Coudersport Fire Department, with a bonfire to follow. There will be hotdogs and smores at the bon-fire the only thing that is required, other than participation, is a dish to pass please…

People that should attend include Team Captains, Team Members, and anyone that has not yet been involved with the Potter County Relay For Life events.

This meeting is where we decide where to hold the event, what the theme will be, begin registering teams, help come up with fund raising ideas, and so much more. We want as many people as possible to attend this meeting as possible so we can all start to get to know each other, bond, and prepare to make this the best event yet.

If you have been interested in how to become part of an existing team, what is involved with being part of the event, want to start a new team, or just want to volunteer your time in whatever way you can, this is the place to be.

If you cannot be at this meeting, but still wish to be a part of the Relay For Life you can contact the 2012 Potter County Relay For Life Chairperson, Rachel Forsythe at 814-274-9301 ext.#1436 and she can get you what you need.

We all look forward to seeing you there.

Jonathan Huff
Potter County Relay For Life
Public Notification Coordinator

www.relayforlife.org/papottercounty

Emergency flood repair contract starts on two Lycoming County routes

Travel Advisory
Emergency flood repair contract starts on two Lycoming County routes

An emergency flood-recovery contract started today on Route 2055 (Chippewa Road) in Muncy and Route 2085 (Edkin Hill Road) in Shrewsbury Township in Lycoming County.

At both locations the contractor will remove the sections of roadway that were destroyed by the flood and reconstruct them. The roadways will be rebuilt like they were before the flood, with new blacktop and new guiderail.

The $259,704 project by prime contractor Robert C. Young, Inc. should be completed in mid-November.

Five C&N Employees Earn Service Awards

Five C&N Employees Earn Service Awards

WELLSBORO, PA - Five Citizens & Northern Bank employees have been recognized for a combined 80 years of service to the financial institution.

Recognized during the October service awards luncheon were:

Lori Blascak, Trust administrator in Towanda, 25 years
Christopher Bolt, senior system analyst programmer in Wellsboro, 25 years
Michael Charles, senior Trust tax officer in Wellsboro, 10 years
George Greeley, senior loan underwriter in Wellsboro, 10 years
Charlene Strykowski, Account Services representative in Wellsboro, 10 years

Service awards luncheons are held regularly and hosted by C&N Chairman, President and CEO Charles H. Updegraff, Jr. In 2011, C&N will recognize 25 employees for a total of 410 years of service to Citizens & Northern Bank.

Photo Charles H. Updegraff, Jr., left, C&N chairman, president and CEO, presented October service awards to, from left, Lori Blascak, Michael Charles, Charlene Strykowski, George Greeley and Christopher Bolt.

Cooking for Crowds in Coudersport

Cooking for Crowds in Coudersport

Non-profit, volunteer-run groups that prepare food to be served or sold to the public must be sure that the food is safe and of high quality. Participants in this workshop will learn up-to-date methods for safely handling and preparing food for large groups.

The workshop is appropriate for non-profit food providers such as churches, fire companies, and civic groups. This class is being held on Monday, November 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Coudersport office of PCEC. Cost is $12 per person. For more information or to register call 814-274-4877 or check out our website at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org.

BATH VA MEDICAL CENTER ANNOUNCES FLU SHOT CLINICS AT GALETON VFW

BATH VA MEDICAL CENTER ANNOUNCES FLU SHOT CLINICS AT GALETON VFW

The Bath VA Medical Center (VAMC), in conjunction with the Potter County Veterans Affairs Office, will be holding a flu vaccination clinic on October 26, from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. The clinic will be conducted out of the Bath VAMC’s new mobile clinic van. The vehicle will be parked at the Galeton VFW, located at 221 Germania Street Extension in Galeton.

Vaccinations are available for eligible Veterans currently enrolled for care at VA. If not enrolled, this is a great opportunity to determine eligibility for care, and, if eligible, receive a free flu vaccination. Veterans not currently enrolled should bring their DD214 and 2010 income information with them to determine eligibility.

For more information, please call the Bath VAMC at 607-664-4799.

Coudersport Chamber of Commerce Awards

Photo & information by Jane Metzger on behalf of Coudersport Chamber

The Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce recognized exemplary
community service at its Awards Gala held Wednesday, October 19 at the
Coudersport Theatre.

Pictured are Nancy Grupp, Volunteer of the Year (left) and David Brooks, Member of the Year. Dolores Gartside, a volunteer at the Hospital (center) accepted the Business of the Year award on behalf of Charles Cole Memorial Hospital when hospital officials were unable to attend the gala.

Nancy was cited for her efforts as treasurer of the Chamber of Commerce and as chair of the Falling Leaves Festival Committee in addition to her other volunteer activities with the Boys and Girls Club, her church and with the Rotary Club.

Brooks, who is Executive Director of the Potter County Visitors Association, was lauded for his tireless efforts in promoting Potter County and its communities.

Charles Cole Memorial Hospital is the county's largest employer and provides healthcare services, including cancer care.

Bailey Creek Road in Jackson Township, Tioga County closed at fatal crash scene

Bailey Creek Road in Jackson Township, Tioga County closed at fatal crash scene

Motorists in northeast Tioga County are advised that Route 1011 (Bailey Creek Road) is currently closed in Jackson Township between Pumpkin Hill Crossover and Route 549 at Jobs Corners.

The road is blocked at the scene of a crash. Traffic will be detoured onto Pumpkin Hill Crossover and Pumpkin Hill Road.

Bailey Creek Road may be closed at that location until mid-afternoon.

UPDATED--12:20 pm--By Star Gazette

MILLERTON -- A Louisiana woman died in a vehicle crash on Bailey Creek Road in Jackson Township, Tioga County, Pa., this morning.

Emergency workers said the crash occurred at 7:56 a.m. on the road in Jackson Township. One other person was transported to an area hospital for treatment.

Tioga County Deputy Coroner Brian Keck pronounced the woman dead at the accident scene. State police from Mansfield continued to investigate the crash late Friday morning. More...

Way To Go Terad, His First Deer

Terad's First Deer

The smile on this young man’s face is what hunting is all about. Terad has spina bifida and participated in his first hunt yesterday. Terad has problems walking very far and wears braces to assist him.

He had no problem though dropping this nice doe at just over 200 yards. His Mom, Therese Tumas, and all of Odin Valley were rooting for him when we went out after school yesterday. Quite a few neighbors showed up to congratulate Terad when word spread of his success.

10-21 Recalls

Consumer Alert - Undeclared Sulfites In Dried Dates

General Mills Issues Voluntary Class One Recall of One Day’s Production of Chocolate Flavor Fiber One 90-Calorie Chewy Bars

Murray Biscuit Company, LLC Issues Allergy Alert And Voluntary Recall Of Small Quantity Of Murray Sugar Free Chocolate Chip Cookies Due To Undeclared Pecans

Carefusion Initiates Class I Recall Of EnVe Ventilators

Insight Pharmaceuticals Issues A Voluntary Nationwide Recall Of "Nostrilla Nasal Decongestant" Due To Bacterial Contamination

Eldred Man Charged In Altercation

An Eldred man was arrested for Harassment on Wednesday at 10:00 am at his home on Duffytown Road in Eldred Township.

Daniel M. Hamilton, 31, of 115 Duffytown Road, Eldred, PA, and a known victim got into a verbal argument which escalated into a physical altercation. Hamilton was arrested by Trooper Gausman for Harassment through District Court 43-3-02.

Operator In Hebron Township ATV Crash Was DUI

A Rochester man who crashed his Polaris ATV on SR 4008 in Hebron Township and was life-flighted to a hospital on October 6th will be cited for DUI.

DUI and related summary charges for Thomas Maira, 53, of 16 Lavaine Way, Rochester, NY, who was lifeflighted to Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre by helicopter, will be filed by State Police in District Court 55-4-01.

Trooper Chad E. Savannah of Coudersport PSP responded to the single vehicle crash on 10-6-2011 at about 3:50 pm on the South Branch Road. He reports that Maira was operating a 2010 Polaris Sportsman 850 XP ATV when he lost control of the unit and exited the north side of the roadway, striking an embankment, proceeding into a ditch and overturning numerous times.

Maira was not wearing a helmet and was unresponsive prior to arrival of EMS on scene. He was flown to Robert Packer Hospital where he was later released with minor injuries.

Trooper Savannah said, after further investigation, BAC results for Maira indicated he was DUI at the time of the crash.

Teen Challenge Coming to Northern Potter High School Tonight (10/21)

Teen Challenge Coming to Northern Potter High School 10/21

God's New Beginning Church and Pastor Dave Brelo will be hosting the event of the year at the auditorium in Northern Potter H.S. on Friday, Oct.21st.

We are inviting EVERYONE to attend this exciting presentation of the famous Teen Challenge Choir from Rehrersburg, PA along with Teen Challenge of WNY. Be sure to attend and see why Teen Challenge is indeed a "unique" ministry team. You are sure to be touched as they sing, perform and testify to God's transforming power.

We would also like to invite all of our local Church Leaders to participate and support this amazing opportunity to show God's Love to our community.

The show will be from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. and admission is free. Thank you all in advance for your support, God will surely bless you for it!

Ham And Turkey Party At Shinglehouse VFD Coming Soon

Tickets $25 each and admits 2 people.
The meal will be buffet style with Beef on Weck,
Meatball Subs, Italian Sausage, Deep Fried
Turkey for Sandwiches and more.

The poster was created by Ready Print.

Daytime/Evening Help Wanted In Potter County & Port Allegany

Halloween Open House At Empson's Oct. 31st

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Man Charged With Theft

Man Charged With Theft
WESB NEWS

A Cyclone man has been charged with theft after taking several items from a home in Bradford. Court records indicate that 31 year-old Steven Reed is accused of taking a generator, wire and gas from a home on Williams Street. Reed, who was found with the stolen items in his car, is free on bail.

Man Found Guilty of Rape

Man Found Guilty of Rape
WESB NEWS
An Emporium man has been found guilty of rape. Kevin Crum was convicted of rape and sexual assault Wednesday after being found guilty by a jury. Crum was accused of a attacking a 17 year-old girl in March of 2010 who was babysitting in an apartment below his.

PennDOT: Gas Tax Hike Needed Just To Keep Up With Inflation

PennDOT secretary calls for gasoline tax hike

By ALYSSA MURPHY - amurphy@sungazette.com ,

Williamsport Sun-Gazette

The last time Pennsylvania increased the tax on gasoline was in 1997.

Speaking at a breakfast at the Genetti Hotel hosted by Glenn Hawbaker Inc., state Secretary of Transportation Barry Schoch suggested raising the fuel tax to meet inflation.

For every gallon of gasoline purchased since 1997, 12 cents goes to the state Department of Transportation. Schoch said as fuel efficiency has risen, fewer gallons of gasoline are sold - and that means less money coming into the state coffers. More...

Samuel F. Mesler, Sr. “memorial service slated”

Samuel F. Mesler, Sr.
“memorial service slated”

SHINGLEHOUSE, PA---A graveside memorial service for Samuel F. “Sam” “Grandpa” Mesler, 71, of Shinglehouse, will be held on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. in the East Sharon Cemetery, Shinglehouse. The Rev. Russell J. Horning, pastor of the First Baptist Church, Shinglehouse, will officiate.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.

Coudersport Ambulance To Route 49

At 10:07 pm on Thursday, Coudersport ambulance & Medic 6 have been dispatched to a residence on Rt. 49 for a fall victim.

Emily J. Daniels, 84, of Smethport, PA

Smethport - Emily J. Daniels, 84, of Smethport, died Tuesday (October 18, 2011) at St. Mary's at Asbury Ridge, Erie, PA.

She was born Jan 9, 1927 in Bradford, a daughter of O. Albert and Lucy Moore Johnson. On Nov. 22, 1950, in the Trinity Lutheran Church, Smethport, she married William C. Daniels, who died September 28, 2010.

Mrs. Daniels was a graduate of Smethport High School and was employed at the Hamlin Bank & Trust Co. of Smethport in the payroll department. After starting a family, she continued to work for Hamlin Bank out of her home while being a dedicated mother and wife.

She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church of Smethport.

She is survived by
one daughter: Beverly D. (Richard) Narvett of Fairview, PA
two sons: Thomas W. (Pamela) Daniels of Munster, IN, and Donald A. (Margaret) Daniels of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
one brother: Thomas A. (Lisa) Johnson of East Amherst, NY
Grandchildren: Brian (Ariane) Daniels, Capt. David Daniels, Katherine Daniels, Tara Daniels, Leandra Daniels, and Drew Daniels.
Several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held Monday, October 24 at 11:00 am in the Trinity Lutheran Church, Smethport, with the Rev. David McIlvried, officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 303, Smethport, PA 16749 or a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences can be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Sinnemahoning Dispatched For Wild Fire

OUTSIDE FIRE-WILDLAND
Address: SAND ROCK RD
City: Clinton County
Agency: CAMERON CO 16 FD
10/20/2011 7:31:11 PM

Major Thomas Clark's Remains Land At Pittsburgh

Body of pilot shot down in Vietnam War returned to Pa.

By Kaitlynn Riely, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11293/1183595-100.stm#ixzz1bMpeZQlB

Maj. Thomas Clark, an Air Force pilot shot down in the Vietnam War, finally received a homecoming today at Pittsburgh International Airport.

Kathryn M. Cook, of Wellsboro, PA

Kathryn M. Cook, of Wellsboro, died Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011.

She worked for Mergenthaler.

Survivors include a daughter, Pauline Batterson of Galeton, Pa.; two brothers, Laverne Holliday of Ansonia and Milford Holiday of South Dakota; and three sisters, Ruth Hosterman of Danville, Roberta Wilcox of Lawrenceville and Wanda Holliday of Hughesville.

Calling hours are 1-2 p.m. Sunday at Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland.

Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 p.m. Sunday, the Rev. Laverne Holliday officiating.

Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Elkland.