‘THE GREAT AUTO RACE OF 1908’ TOPIC OF PRESENTATION AT PITT-BRADFORD

replica of the 1907 Thomas Flyer that won the Great Auto Race. It was created by Frame 30 Productions Lt. for a two-hour documentary on the race. On Oct. 13 at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, Jeff Mahl, great-grandson of the man who drove the Flyer, will give a multi-media presentation about the race.



‘THE GREAT AUTO RACE OF 1908’ TOPIC OF PRESENTATION AT PITT-BRADFORD

BRADFORD, Pa. – Jeff Mahl, whose great-grandfather raced an automobile from New York to Paris in 1908, a feat no one else has matched, will share stories of the trek on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.

The free program, “The Great Auto Race of 1908: N.Y. to Paris,” will be presented at 7 p.m. in the Mukaiyama University Room of the Frame-Westerberg Commons. Sponsors are Friends of Hanley Library, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford History/Political Science Club and Pat and H.L. “Woody” Woodruff of Bradford.

With more than 250,000 onlookers cheering on the team, Mahl’s great-grandfather George Schuster Sr. of Buffalo, N.Y., a member of the American team of the Great Race, started the journey at Times Square in New York City on Feb. 12, 1908.

The crew traversed in a 1907 Thomas Flyer through three continents and more than 22,000 miles in 169 days, often driving over terrain without roads and in the dead of winter. Many people also had never seen an automobile.

“The race was an epic international event, matching the best in automotive technology of the world super powers, Germany, France, Italy and the United States,” said Dr. Holly J. Spittler, president of the Friends of Hanley Library and associate dean of student affairs. “The story is told in first person, a unique perspective, just as Jeff heard the story told to him by his great- grandfather.

“The multi-media presentation includes glimpses into what really happened, with many stories and images never before published. It shows the human side of the participants, as well as giving a true appreciation for the marvelous machines that propelled those daring men around the world.”

Additional information is available by contacting Spittler at (814) 362-7657 or spittler@pitt.edu.

For disability-related needs, contact the Office of Disability Resources and Services at 814-362-7609 or arj4@pitt.edu.

Heel Screenings Offered October 16th At CCMH

Charles Cole Memorial Hospital will offer heel screenings from 1 to 3 p.m. on October 16 at the Women’s Health Center in hospital’s Irwin Medical Arts Center. The cost is $10. Call 274-8200 for an appointment.

Heel screenings give patients a preliminary bone density score (T score) in a matter of minutes. Low scores typically call for a more thorough exam. Those who should receive a heel screening include women over 65 or who have had an early menopause or hysterectomy or other hormonal depletion, men over 70, men and women taking certain medications or certain cancer treatments, those with risk factors or a disease or condition that can cause bone loss, and men and women who eat a low calcium diet or have had significant height loss.

Live Box Trap Stolen From Yard On Ormsby Crossroad

Box Trap Stolen
Kane State Police report that unknown actor(s) stole a silver colored live box trap valued at about $60.00 from the yard of Eugene Peterson, 25 Ormsby Crossroad, Cyclone, PA. The theft occurred between 3:30pm and 9:00pm on October 9, 2009.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Dale Vukovich, Jr. at Kane PSP 814-778-5555.

Need a better website? This free workshop could help!

Need a better website?
This free workshop could help!

Websites are the No. 1 marketing tool for small tourism businesses, yet many tourism businesses in the Pennsylvania Wilds underutilize their websites or have no online presence. Outfitters, guides, liveries, artisans, restaurants, stores, lodges and other tourism businesses that want to improve their web presence are encouraged to attend “Building an Effective Tourism Website,” a free workshop now scheduled for several locations around the PA Wilds.

Participants in this free two-hour workshop will be shown examples of tourism business websites from around the PA Wilds region that have gotten real results, and hear what these small business owners have to say about building an effective website, costs and more. In the second half of the workshop, PennTAP will explain basic website layout, search engine optimization and why these things are critical for a successful website.

Presentations scheduled include: Tioga County (Oct. 21); Cameron County (Oct. 29); Potter County (Nov. 4); and Clinton County (Nov. 18). Presentations will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A complete brochure, including registration information, can be found under “Hot Topics” on the www.pawildsresources.org homepage.

Additional workshops (in the PA Wilds counties not listed here) will be scheduled after the winter holidays.

Please support Jamie Demsey in the 2009 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Community Walk

Please support Jamie Demsey in the 2009 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Community Walk

Hi everyone,

On October 11th, I will be joining with thousands of people to walk in AFSP's 2009 Out of the Darkness Community Walk to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

My team's fundraising goal is $250.00. I would sincerely appreciate any support you could give us for this worthwhile cause. Please don't feel obligated - I know times are tough for all of us. Any amount, no matter how small, would be wonderful.

As you know, I lost my beautiful sister Kristy to suicide over 4 years ago. I miss her more than I can say - we all do. By donating to this foundation in her memory, we can help save lives and others won't have to feel the pain of losing a loved one in such a tragic way.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is at the forefront of research, education and prevention initiatives designed to reduce loss of life from suicide. With more than 32,000 lives lost each year in the U.S. and over one million worldwide, the importance of AFSP's mission has never been greater, nor their work more urgent.

I hope you will consider supporting my team. Any contribution will help the work of AFSP, and all donations are 100% tax deductible.

Donating online is safe and easy. To make an online donation please search for my name on www.outofthedarkness.org and click "support this participant". If you would rather donate by check, please make the check out to AFSP and mail it in with the offline donation form. If you'd prefer a cash donation, please send it directly to me and I'll submit it on the day of the walk.

If you'd like to walk with my team, you can register on the website. Thank you so much for considering this request for your support. If you have any questions about the Out of the Darkness Community Walks or AFSP, please contact me or visit www.afsp.org

PCEC Class Schedules

Interested in Learning a Foreign Language

The Potter County Education Council would like to for a foreign/second language group forum. Are you interested in learning a second language; teach a language or just want get together with others to sharpen your language skills? If so, let us know. We have several people interested in a learning another language and they also want to learn more about their heritage. If you're interested in anyway please email Candi Hand at candih@pottercountyedcouncil.org.

Cooking for Crowds

The Potter County Education Council will hold a “Cooking for Crowds” Class. 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. Food that is not prepared safely may lead to a food borne illness outbreak. Food borne illness can cause serious illness or even death for some individuals. In addition to personal suffering, food borne illness can lead to expensive medical bills, lawsuits, and loss of good reputation and business. 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, schools, and civic groups. The date for this class will be Thursday, October 22 from 6 - 9 p.m. Location for this class will be determined on enrollment. The cost for the course will be $12. For more information or to register visit our website at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call 814-274-4877 or 814-435-9490.

PCEC Coudersport Computer Schedule

Potter County Education Council’s Coudersport Office will be offering the following computer classes:

October 19 Outlook 1 9 a.m. – Noon

October 20 Word 2 6 – 9 p.m.

October 26 Word 1 9 a.m. – Noon

October 26 Word 2 1 – 4 p.m.

October 27 Excel 1 6 – 9 p.m.

To register visit our website at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org .

PCEC Galeton Computer Schedule

Potter County Education Council’s Galeton Office will be offering the following computer classes:

October 22 Publisher 3 9 a.m. – Noon

October 22 Publisher 4 1 – 4 p.m.

October 29 FrontPage 3 9 a.m. – Noon

October 29 FrontPage 4 1 – 4 p.m.

To register visit our website at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org .

PCEC Northern Potter Computer Schedule

Potter County Education Council’s Northern Potter Office will be offering the following computer classes:

October 20 Excel 1 1 – 4 p.m.

October 27 Outlook 1 1 – 4 p.m.

To register visit our website at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org.

PCEC Port Allegany Computer Schedule

Potter County Education Council’s Port Allegany Office will be offering the following computer classes:

October 20 Word 1 9 a.m. – Noon

October 20 Word 2 1 – 4 p.m.

October 22 Publisher 2 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

October 27 Excel 1 9 a.m. – Noon

October 27 Excel 2 1 – 4 p.m.

October 29 Internet 1 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

To register visit our website at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org.

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PENNDOT INVITES STUDENTS TO SHOWCASE CREATIVITY, LEARN ABOUT AVIATION

PENNDOT INVITES STUDENTS TO SHOWCASE CREATIVITY, LEARN ABOUT AVIATION

HARRISBURG – Young artists across the state are invited to express their creativity through PennDOT’s annual aviation art contest. “The History of Flight” is the theme for this year’s contest, sponsored by the department’s Bureau of Aviation.

“What started as an experiment in flight has grown to a vital international industry that employs 288,000 Pennsylvanians,” said PennDOT Secretary Allen D. Biehler, P.E. “This contest is a great opportunity for children to express their creativity while they learn about the industry, whether it’s in the classroom, with their parents, or even at their local airport.”

Entries will be judged in two divisions: first through third grades, and fourth and fifth grades. There will be 22 statewide winners, with one winner from each division selected from each of PennDOT’s 11 district offices. Winners will receive a certificate signed by Secretary Biehler and a mounted, full-color, 16-by-20-inch copy of their entry. The students’ schools will also receive a mounted copy of the artwork for display.

Artwork should be submitted on 8.5-by-11-inch or 9-by-12-inch paper, unframed, unmatted and unlaminated. All work must be done by hand (with an exception for children with physical challenges).

Permitted formats are: acrylic, oil paint, felt-tip pens, indelible ink, soft ballpoint pens, watercolor or crayons. Formats that are not permitted include: non-permanent media such as pencil or charcoal, computer-generated artwork and collage work using photocopies.

The back of each submission should include the student’s name, grade level, county and school address and phone number. Entries will not be returned. Contest flyers are available at www.dot.state.pa.us (click on the “Aviation and Rail Freight” link).

Entries must be postmarked by Oct. 16. Send entries to: Bureau of Aviation, c/o Eric Locke, 400 North Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120 or PO Box 3457, Harrisburg, PA 17120-0064.

Winners’ schools will be notified by telephone.

Pennsylvania currently has 135 public-use airports and heliports and 14 airports offer scheduled commercial service.

CALL FOR COMMUNITIES TO APPLY FOR THE FINAL ROUND OF ROUTE 6 HERITAGE COMMUNTIES DESIGNATION!!

CALL FOR COMMUNITIES TO APPLY FOR THE FINAL ROUND OF ROUTE 6 HERITAGE COMMUNTIES DESIGNATION!!

On October 10, 2009 the PA Route 6 Heritage Corporation announced the final round of selection for communities to participate in the PA Route 6 Heritage Communities Program and to receive designation as a Route 6 Heritage Community

The PA Route 6 Heritage Communities program helps guide boroughs and municipalities in the development of a localized heritage tourism plan that takes into account the uniqueness and quality of life for each community.

Six communities have received full designation as a Route 6 Heritage Community; these include Smethport (McKean), Corry (Erie), Union City (Erie), Coudersport (Potter), Austin (Potter) and Galeton (Potter). These communities are actively implementing their heritage work plans. Four communities began the planning process in January 2009; these include Conneaut Lake (Crawford), Youngsville (Warren), Wyalusing (Bradford), and Waymart (Wayne). On September 28, 2009, three more communities were just chosen to participate in the program: Milford (Pike), Carbondale (Lackawanna) and Tunkhannock (Wyoming). The PA Route 6 Heritage Corporation is hoping to fund 3 more communities under Heritage Communities Program.

The Heritage Communities Program includes:
- Identification, assessment of localized heritage themes (cultural, historical, industrial, etc.) to augment and complement Route 6 heritage issues;
- Local engagement and consensus building on the role of heritage to the community and the capacity of the community to sustain it;
- The relationship of sustainable heritage development to everyday community life and the local sense of place, and the value and interest afforded to the tourist;
- Preservation and enhancement of historical structures and sites, unique architecture, and traditional neighborhoods;
- Engagement of the local business community in the development, marketing and maintenance of a sustainable local heritage tourism effort, especially retail and service businesses catering to the traveler;
- The preservation and enhancement of the viability and appearance of central business districts of key nodes along the Corridor area;
- Identification and enhancement the local hospitality infrastructure to assure that the community is visitor ready;
- Inclusion of community design and aesthetic (i.e. streetscape, facades, gateways and gateway gardens, developmental standards, etc.) recommendations;
- Encouragement of well-planned development and the avoidance of sprawl and haphazard development in the interest of preserving the positive characteristics of Route 6, the Corridor area and the respective communities;
- Treatment of open space, trails, waterways and greenways, and recognition of their importance for heritage-tourism, eco-tourism and alternate transportation;
- Localization of traffic calming measures that address traffic safety, traffic circulation and tourism concerns;
- Establishing and maintaining adequate signage and information for visitors and identifying the community as an official the PA Route 6 Heritage Community; and

An individual municipality and two municipalities working cooperatively are eligible applicants for the program. At least one participating municipality in each application must be either a Borough or City, and be within ten miles of Route 6/Business Route 6 or Route 6 N.

Applications to participate in the Heritage Communities Program are due on December 30, 2009. Selection will be made by late January 2010.

To find out more about the Heritage Communities Program or to download the guidelines and application form, go to www.paroute6.com under the Heritage Corridor section or call the PA Route 6 Heritage Corporation at 814-435-7706.

This program is funded by a Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) through the Federal Highways Administration, PA Department of Transportation, and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Heritage Area Program.

Northern Potter Homecoming - Introduction of the royalty

Hear ye Hear ye

Northern Potter Homecoming - Introduction of the royalty
Introductions during Smethport vs Northern Potter soccer game halftime 10/3/2009

Gallery
http://sunkenbranch.zenfolio.com/nopohomecoming

Slide show
http://sunkenbranch.zenfolio.com/nopohomecoming/slideshow

Print prices kept at the incredibly low soccer pricelist levels. No excuse for Coming Home without some prints.

The Soccer Dance

The soccer dance
Photo by Leo Szczesny--SunkenBranchPhotography

Update for Route 219/Bradford Bypass, Week of October 12

Update for Route 219/Bradford Bypass, Week of October 12

Clearfield – PennDOT issues the following travel update for the Route 219/Bradford Bypass project in McKean County for the week of October 12. All work is weather dependent.

• Bolivar Drive (State Route 346) remains closed for bridge painting on the Route 219 structures that span Bolivar Drive. Traffic follows posted detour.
• Kendall Avenue remains open to two-way traffic. Work will continue with daytime flagging.
• Work continues on southbound reconstruction by placing bituminous pavement.
• Northbound and southbound traffic are traveling in the northbound lanes, separated by concrete barrier from Forman Street to north of Hillside Drive.
• Southbound ramps at the Foster Brook interchange remain closed. Traffic is to follow the posted detour.
• Work continues on southbound bridges and includes steel retrofits, deck repairs, latex deck application, concrete barrier and painting.
• Tuna Valley Trail access at Bolivar Drive remains closed due to bridgework. Trail access is still available at Crook Farms and the Seaward Avenue side of Tuna Crossroads (Township Route 369).
• Access at Hillside Drive remains restricted from Route 219 north to Hillside Drive and from Hillside Drive to Route 219 south. Traffic follows posted detour.
• Drivers should use extra caution while entering the construction area from the on-ramp areas. Be aware of approaching traffic speeds and restricted lanes at ramps.
• Watch for slow moving and stopped vehicles through the entire work zone and obey posted speed limits. Lane width in the construction zone is 10 feet.

For more information on roadway construction and maintenance operations, visit PennDOT’s website at www.dot.state.pa.us.

PennDOT reminds motorists they can also log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions before heading out.

AFG Grant Ap Period Ends October 23

Firefighter Grants
Washington, D.C.—The Department of Homeland Security will open the application period for Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) at 8 a.m. on September 21, 2009 and end it at 5 p.m. on October 23, 2009.

“These are competitive grants that address the safety of the public and of firefighters from fire and fire-related hazards,” said U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, a long-time volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician. “Organizations eligible to apply should begin the process as soon as possible.”

The projects supported by the grants are often those that include smoke alarm installation, fire prevention and public safety education campaigns, and arson prevention and awareness programs, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The AFG program is administered by the Department of Homeland Security (FEMA) Grant Programs Directorate in coordination with the U. S. Fire Administration.

“Homeland Security has set up a website that provides a tutorial on just how to apply for these grants,” Thompson explained. “It gives the overview of their funding priorities and how they evaluate applicants.” The website is www.firegrantsupport.com, but applicants may also call 1-866-274-0960 or e-mail firegrants@dhs.gov for more information

Work Set to Start on Elk County Transportation Recovery Project along Route 219

Work Set to Start on Project along Route 219

CLEARFIELD – PennDOT Engineering District 2 announced today that preliminary work on an Elk County, resurfacing project will begin Monday, Oct. 12. The project is financed with federal funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

IA Construction Corporation of Zelionople is the prime contractor on the $3.8 million project that will help preserve U.S. Route 219 from Johnsonburg to the village of Wilcox.

Monday will bring sign setting activity, along with moving of equipment and materials. Through the end of 2009, work will feature drainage updates and tree trimming. In 2010, construction activity will include roadway repair and resurfacing, new inlets, structure repairs, guide rail and pavement markings. All work will occur during daylight hours with flaggers in place.

The project is part of PennDOT’s more than $66 million investment of federal economic recovery funds being spent on 17 transportation projects across the nine counties of District 2.

To learn more about how the federal economic stimulus will benefit Pennsylvania, visit www.recovery.pa.gov.

PITT-BRADFORD, BRADFORD AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENT ‘YOUR BUSINESS AND MARCELLUS SHALE’

BUSINESS AND MARCELLUS SHALE

BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Outreach Services and the Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to present a five-week Web-based seminar called “Your Business and Marcellus Shale.”

The presentations will take place from 8 to 9:30 a.m. and include a continental breakfast and a 60-minute Webinar followed by a 30-minute discussion moderated by an industry practitioner. The first four sessions will take place in Swarts Hall Room 162. The last one will take place in the Mukaiyama University Room of the Frame-Westerberg Commons.

Topics are “Economic Implications of the Marcellus Shale” on Oct. 14, “Identifying Local Business Opportunities” on Oct. 21, “Success Stories” on Oct. 28, “Preparing Your Business for Success” on Nov. 4 and “Your Business Working with Others” on Nov. 10. The cost for all five breakfast Webinars is $50; the cost of single sessions is $15.

“We wanted to host this series because it was designed specifically for businesses to learn how to take advantage of the increased traffic and influx of dollars resulting from Marcellus shale development in this region,” said Ann Robinson, director of the Business Resource Center at Pitt-Bradford.

Diane Sheeley, executive director of the BACC said, “This five-part Webinar series provides our current businesses and potential entrepreneurs with a unique opportunity to explore the vast range of economic opportunities related to the development ventures in Marcellus shale.”

The Webinars are designed to help entrepreneurs and established small- and medium-sized businesses understand and respond to Marcellus shale-related business opportunities. Sessions will include information about how businesses can establish working relationships with natural gas and service companies.

The series is co-sponsored by a consortium of universities, chambers of commerce, local planning commissions and regional economic development boards from across the commonwealth with leadership from Penn State Cooperative Extension.

To make reservations, contact Outreach Services at (814)362-5078 or reach@pitt.edu.

More information on the Webinars is available at www.economicdevelopment.psu.edu/marcellusbiz/ .

For disability-related needs, contact the Office of Disability Resources and Services at 814-362-7609 or arj4@pitt.edu.

Lawrence C. “Larry” Fuller, 71, of Shinglehouse, PA, formerly of Maryland

Lawrence C. Fuller
“beloved father, grandfather & brother”

Shinglehouse, PA---Lawrence C. “Larry” Fuller, 71, of Shinglehouse, PA, formerly of Maryland, died Friday, October 9, 2009 in Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA, after a short illness.

Born June 11, 1938 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Lawrence L. and E. Winnona Austin Fuller.

He was a 1956 graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. After graduation from high school, Mr. Fuller served in the U.S. Air Force for 3 years in Germany. He was employed for many years at the former Clark Brothers in Olean in the cost accounting department. He later spent many years living and working in the Baltimore, Maryland area in the automotive parts industry.

Mr. Fuller was a member of the Bolivar Golf Club in Bolivar, NY. An avid golfer, he played golf every day he was able. His greatest loves were his cats and his family, especially his grandchildren.

Surviving are two sons, Scott (Sheila) Fuller of Tunkhannock, PA and Kris P. (Theresa) Fuller of Syracuse, NY; seven grandchildren: Michael Fuller, Marisa Fuller, Aimee Wilder, Sierra Wilder, Maggie Fuller, Rebecca Fuller, and Justin Fuller; a brother, Phillip J. (Laurie) Fuller of Shinglehouse; and three nieces.

Besides his parents, Mr. Fuller was predeceased by a nephew.

In addition to his brother Phil’s unwavering devotion and his love and care for his brother, many friends and family members contributed to his care by bringing meals to his home and driving him to doctors appointments and treatments.

At Mr. Fuller’s request there will be no public visitation.

Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA with the Rev. John J. Minor, Youth Pastor of the Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Bell Run Cemetery, Shinglehouse, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shinglehouse Community Emergency Fund, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.

Soccer - St. Marys over Coudersport 2-1

Leo Szczesny Photo--SunkenBranchPhotography

Coudersport's only goal was made in less than a
minute into the start of the game.

Potter County--I Think They Goofed!! WARNING!!

The National Weather Service has issued a Frost & Freeze Warning for every county bordering Potter County for tonight. Potter County sits right smack in the middle of this warning area, but is not included in this warning.

It is not logical.

So Solomon's words for the wise is issuing our own FROST & FREEZE WARNING FOR POTTER COUNTY tonight and tomorrow morning.

Male Black Lab Found On Billy Lewis Road

A young male Black Lab has been found in the area of the Billy Lewis Road near the Cherry Springs side. It appears that it has slipped it's collar. If it's yours, call 814-558-6263 or 814-274-9090.

Festival Planning Meeting Tonight

2010 Festival of Choirs Planning Meeting

V.I.P Meeting.
V - Vision,
I - Instruction and
P - Prayer

Planning meeting for the 2010 Festival of Choirs USA on Saturday the 10th of October at 7:00 pm. It will be at John and Jean Mallery's, 3087 Rt. 155, Port Allegany, Pa. For directions call Jerry Goochee at cell phone 757-630-1490

It is open to anyone who wants to help with the event for next year. It would be on a volunteer basis.

The event is scheduled for Aug. 21, 2010.

If you are interested in being a part of the volunteer team for next years’ Festival please email or call us back. We would love to have you!! bristolparkllc@cox.net or cell phone 757-630-1490.

Rep. Marty Causer Missed His Senior Expo Because Of Budget

PA Representative Martin Causer, (R-Turtlepoint) missed his own party on Friday. Rep. Causer was stuck in Harrisburg dealing with the PA budget negotiations while his helpers put on his annual Senior Expo at the Roulette Fire Station.

A near capacity attendance, judging from the parking lot full of cars, checked out the many booths set up to give information to the Senior Citizens and their families.

There were booths representing government agencies, health care businesses, State Parks, utilities, funeral homes, educational opportunities, health insurance, investments, AARP, Potter County Human Services, Banks, Red Cross, and many, many more offering assistance to Seniors.

Rep. Causer has used these Senior Expos as an opportunity to meet with his constituents on a one to one basis. Last year he served hot dogs and chili to the Senior Expo participants. He hosts the annual affair first in Bradford and later in the year at the Roulette Fire Station.

Jail Guard Accused Of Stealing Inmate's Drugs

Jail guard charged with stealing meds from facility

By Justin Head

Fri Oct 09, 2009, 01:19 PM EDT
Evening Tribune

For the second time in three months the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office had to arrest one of its own.

Sheriff Joel Ordway said Thursday a full-time Steuben County corrections officer has been placed on administrative leave and faces criminal charges after an internal investigation alleges she stole prescription drugs from the jail while on duty in late September. More....

Get Free Fuel & Coffee At Gauld's Corner Store

We would like to welcome the public to enjoy FREE Fuel & Coffee at Gauld's Corner Store in Coudersport. Use this coupon to receive a FREE coffee with any fuel purchase. While you are here ask us how many of our customers are enjoying fuel for less than $2 a gallon. No minimum purchase required. Click the picture for a printable version of the coupon.

Amber Alert--Resident Held Fugitive For Police

Toddler recovered; fugitive father held at gunpoint by township resident

By PATRICK DONLIN - pdonlin@sungazette.com

Sun Gazette

A toddler was safely returned to his mother Friday following what city police said was a 23-hour hunt for him and the man who allegedly kidnapped the 18-month-old boy.

Johnnie A. Drummond III, 27, formerly of this city, is accused of abducting his son while holding the boy's mother at knifepoint inside the sport utility vehicle she was driving around Williamsport Thursday morning. More...

Case Cutlery To Re-Hire 12 Workers As Business Increases

Twelve employees to be re-hired at Case Cutlery

By JOELLEN CHESNUT
Era Reporter
joellen@bradfordera.com

W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co. President and Chief Executive Officer Tom Arrowsmith had good news to share with Era staff Friday.

Arrowsmith explained that 12 employees, a majority of whom work in the knife-production division of the plant, will be returning to work.

“We are bringing 12 workers back, because we have seen a modest increase in sales and had a reasonably good September,” Arrowsmith said. “We are between hopeful and optimistic — I’d say cautiously optimistic — for the fourth quarter, which is traditionally a good time for us.” More...

Ronald G. Fay, Age 87, of 442 E. Main St., Westfield, PA

Ronald G. Fay, Age 87, of 442 E. Main St., Westfield, PA, passed away October 8, 2009 at his home.

He was born December 17, 1921 in Elkland, PA, the son of Gordon and Ethel Button Fay.

He retired from Eberle Tanning Co., was a World War II veteran, avid sportsman, enjoyed collecting knives and coins and spending time with his great-great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his sons, Kevin (Holly) Fay of Bethel, CT, Lynn "Stub" Fay of Westfield, PA; daughters, Joyce Ahearn and Richard Ray of Jena, LA, Mary Stevens of Lithia, FL, Penny (Ralph) Tormey of Westfield; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert (Beverly) Fay of Potterbrook, PA, Richard (Eva) Fay of Potterbrook; sisters, Phyllis Cutlip of Brookville, FL, Alice Grover of Galeton, PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha; son, Ronald Jr.; grandsons, Donald Burdick III and Justin Aldrich; brothers, William and Keith; and sister, Marie Adams.

Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA, Sunday 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., where funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m, Pastor Lewis Young officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA, with Full Military Honors. Memorial donations may be made to the Sabinsville Vol. Ambulance Assn.

Permits Issued For 5 Gas Wells In Marshlands of Potter County

Pennsylvania DEP authorized the drilling of 5 new gas wells this week in the Marshlands of Potter County.

ULTRA RESOURCES INC (235303), 304 INVERNESS WAY S STE 295, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112-5825 received authorization on October 5, 2009.

More Photos Of Coudersport Vs Smethport Football

Photographer Leo Szczesny snapped this photo at the same
time as Photographer Paul Burdick on the opposite side of
the field. Both flashes going off at the same time gives an
interesting effect on the photo.

Photos by Leo Szczesny, Sunken Branch Photography

Coudersport Tops Smethport 15-6

Coudersport Fullback Skyler Blumer helps
Coudy to a 15 to 6 victory at Smethport.

Photo by Paul Burdick Sports Images http://pburdick.dotphoto.com

Coudersport Varsity Soccer Team sends Thank You

Coudersport Varsity Soccer Team sends Thank You

The Coudersport Varsity Soccer Team would like to thank Jeff
Wilcox of State Farm as well as Karpinski's Office Supply and
Ski Denton for the generous support with the chicken BBQ in
September.

We would also like to thank James Jones of Solomon's words for
the wise for getting the word out. The fundraiser was a huge
success and we sincerely thank you for all your help!

Rep. Martin Causer Comments On Budget

Causer: Budget Process Frustrating

HARRISBURG - More than 100 days after the July 1 deadline, a state budget bill is finally on the governor's desk, awaiting his signature, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) said today. (note: it has since been signed)

"This year's budget process was, by far, the most frustrating I have experienced in my seven years in the state House," Causer said. "A $3.2 billion deficit, along with a governor bent on increasing people's taxes in a recession, made it very difficult to come to an agreement."

While Causer is pleased to see the budget finally getting done, he ultimately voted against the proposal.

"This budget could have been much worse, but it also could have been much better," Causer said. "There are always good points and bad points in every budget, but a major drawback of this spending plan is that it fails to plan for the future.

"I am deeply concerned that Pennsylvanians will be facing significant tax hikes in the next couple years because this budget fails to adequately control state spending," he said. Read more at 1490 NewsBlog

Rendell Details New Budget

Rendell Signs Budget

Harrisburg – Governor Edward G. Rendell signed legislation today to enact a $27.799 billion state General Fund budget for 2009-10 that increases education funding while reducing overall spending. It contains no new broad-based taxes.

State-dollar spending is $1.9 billion lower than in 2008-09. When $2.6 billion in federal stimulus dollars are included, the new budget still spends $524 million less than last year.

"While the budget I have signed today is late, it’s a responsible budget, given the economic condition of the nation and the state," Governor Rendell said. "This budget is a half billion dollars smaller than the budget we enacted last year. In fact, it is only the third budget in the past 50 years that is lower than the previous year’s." More from 1490 NewsBlog...

Yorkshire Bans Wind Turbines; Allegany Town Board May Change Direction

Town board rethinking wind-turbine farms in light of ban in Yorkshire

By Rick Miller
Olean Times Herald

ALLEGANY - Supervisor Patrick Eaton said a recent ban on wind turbine farms by the Yorkshire Town Board has caused Allegany Town Board members to rethink its position regarding proposed wind turbines in the Chipmunk area.

Another issue expected to have an impact on the proposed 32-turbine Everpower wind farm in the Chipmunk area in the southwest portion of the town of Allegany is the town’s portion of PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) payments negotiated by the Cattaraugus County Industrial Development Agency (IDA).

The proposal is not dead, yet, Mr. Eaton emphasized.

The town councilmen will meet in special session Monday at 6 p.m. at the Town Hall with Daniel Spitzer, the attorney they hired to advise the town on wind-power issues.

One of the issues the supervisor wants to address is a proposal to extend the distance from which a wind turbine’s noise is measured, or to remove it, which would in effect draw around each windmill based on a certain noise (decibel) level. That line could not extend past a residence. More...