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Saturday, August 12, 2017
Coudersport Ambulance has been dispatched to East Second Street
Blossburg Dispatched For Wildfire With Exposures
Wellsville, Andover Dispatched To Structure Fire At ARC Building
8/12/17
At 21:08 Wellsville fire department was dispatched to an automatic alarm at the ARC on O'Conner st. Wellsville 2 (B. Harris) with a crew of 4, along with Wellsville 3 & 9 responded. While on scene it was upgraded to a structure fire with smoke in the building. Mutual aid air truck from Andover, District 4 FAST team and Wellsville Ambulance were added to the call. Situation was under control quickly and units returned to service at 23:00.
At 21:08 Wellsville fire department was dispatched to an automatic alarm at the ARC on O'Conner st. Wellsville 2 (B. Harris) with a crew of 4, along with Wellsville 3 & 9 responded. While on scene it was upgraded to a structure fire with smoke in the building. Mutual aid air truck from Andover, District 4 FAST team and Wellsville Ambulance were added to the call. Situation was under control quickly and units returned to service at 23:00.
RECALLS
Luvo Inc. (USA) Recalls Poultry Products Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Luvo Inc. (USA), a Blaine, Washington establishment, is recalling approximately 4,805 pounds of poultry products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens.
Luvo Inc. (USA), a Blaine, Washington establishment, is recalling approximately 4,805 pounds of poultry products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens.
Traffic Backups Continue on I-80 WB in Montour County and Columbia Counties
Montoursville, PA – Motorists traveling on Interstate 80 westbound are advised there continues to be a significant backlog of traffic due to a lane closure for crash recovery at mile 226, about two miles east of Danville in Montour County.As of 6:30 PM, traffic is backed up to the Buckhorn exit in Columbia County.
Wellsboro Dispatched To Vehicle Into A Tree With Entrapment
Four OHS grads receive CRCF scholarships
OLEAN, N.Y., August 10, 2017— Four Olean High School graduates recently received scholarships managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
T.J. Magro, who will be attending the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, received the Paul & Betty Hanson Career/Technical Scholarship and the Thomas W. Conklin Sr. Scholarship.
The Paul and Betty Hanson Career/Technical Scholarship is a new scholarship for graduating students of Olean High School who are pursuing post-secondary career or technical education at a trade or technical school. Paul and Betty Hanson also established the Paul and Mary Janowicz Memorial Scholarship in memory of Betty’s parents.
The Thomas W. Conklin Sr. Scholarship, given over two semesters in $500 disbursements, is for a graduating senior of Allegany-Limestone Central or Olean High School attending the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
The student must have maintained an overall grade point average of 85 or above during his or her high school career and exhibited high academic effort. The student must exhibit certain intangible qualities including: kindness to others, leadership, positive attitude, and sense of humor. The student must demonstrate past involvement in the community. Mr. Conklin’s family and co-workers at KOA Speer Electronics in Bradford, PA established the scholarship in his memory.
Magro will study radiological science.
Montgomery Shoemaker received the Thomas & Robert Smythe Scholarship and the inaugural Laurie Anzivine Memorial Scholarship.
The Smythe scholarship is a $2,500 award available to Olean High School graduating seniors pursuing a nursing degree. Awardees must agree to a three-year work commitment to Olean General Hospital upon graduation. Established as part of the Olean City School District Scholarship Fund through the estate of Phyllis G. Cridler Family Trust, the scholarship is named in memory of Mrs. Cridler’s sons, Thomas and Robert.
The Anzivine Memorial scholarship, $250, is awarded to a graduating senior from any high school in Cattaraugus County, first preference, or any high school within a 30-mile radius of Olean, NY, who will be attending a four-year college and who has had an immediate family member or guardian face cancer treatment. The student must submit an essay describing what he/she learned from his/her family member or guardian who struggled with cancer and the impact of the experience. Laurie Anzivine’s nieces and nephews established the scholarship in memory of their aunt.
Shoemaker will study nursing at Utica College.
Grace Wroblewski received the Anthony Iacovino American History Scholarship.
The Iacovino scholarship memorializes Mr. Iacovino, a former Olean High School educator and coach. Mr. Iacovino inspired students in and out of the classroom. He engaged students with his love for American history and shared his passion for sports, leading teams to victory on the baseball diamond and basketball court. The $1,000 scholarship is given to a student who excels in the classroom and is active in extracurricular activities. The fund was established by Mr. Iacovino’s son, James.
Wroblewski will attend St. Bonaventure University to study political science.
Victoria Certo received the Jack and Muriel Fogarty Memorial scholarship.
Established as part of the Olean City School District Scholarship Fund and the DJH Foundation the Fogarty scholarship is a $500 award for a senior graduating from Olean High School with a GPA of 80 or above, accepted to a four-year college. The student must demonstrate the ability to balance academics with extracurricular activities and work.
Certo will study accounting at Penn State University.
Donations can be made to any of these scholarship funds at 301 North Union Street, Suite 203 or online at cattfoundation.org.
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| T.J. Magro |
T.J. Magro, who will be attending the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, received the Paul & Betty Hanson Career/Technical Scholarship and the Thomas W. Conklin Sr. Scholarship.
The Paul and Betty Hanson Career/Technical Scholarship is a new scholarship for graduating students of Olean High School who are pursuing post-secondary career or technical education at a trade or technical school. Paul and Betty Hanson also established the Paul and Mary Janowicz Memorial Scholarship in memory of Betty’s parents.
The Thomas W. Conklin Sr. Scholarship, given over two semesters in $500 disbursements, is for a graduating senior of Allegany-Limestone Central or Olean High School attending the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
The student must have maintained an overall grade point average of 85 or above during his or her high school career and exhibited high academic effort. The student must exhibit certain intangible qualities including: kindness to others, leadership, positive attitude, and sense of humor. The student must demonstrate past involvement in the community. Mr. Conklin’s family and co-workers at KOA Speer Electronics in Bradford, PA established the scholarship in his memory.
Magro will study radiological science.
Montgomery Shoemaker received the Thomas & Robert Smythe Scholarship and the inaugural Laurie Anzivine Memorial Scholarship.
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| Montgomery Shoemaker |
The Anzivine Memorial scholarship, $250, is awarded to a graduating senior from any high school in Cattaraugus County, first preference, or any high school within a 30-mile radius of Olean, NY, who will be attending a four-year college and who has had an immediate family member or guardian face cancer treatment. The student must submit an essay describing what he/she learned from his/her family member or guardian who struggled with cancer and the impact of the experience. Laurie Anzivine’s nieces and nephews established the scholarship in memory of their aunt.
Shoemaker will study nursing at Utica College.
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| Grace Wroblewski |
The Iacovino scholarship memorializes Mr. Iacovino, a former Olean High School educator and coach. Mr. Iacovino inspired students in and out of the classroom. He engaged students with his love for American history and shared his passion for sports, leading teams to victory on the baseball diamond and basketball court. The $1,000 scholarship is given to a student who excels in the classroom and is active in extracurricular activities. The fund was established by Mr. Iacovino’s son, James.
Wroblewski will attend St. Bonaventure University to study political science.
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| Victoria Certo |
Established as part of the Olean City School District Scholarship Fund and the DJH Foundation the Fogarty scholarship is a $500 award for a senior graduating from Olean High School with a GPA of 80 or above, accepted to a four-year college. The student must demonstrate the ability to balance academics with extracurricular activities and work.
Certo will study accounting at Penn State University.
Donations can be made to any of these scholarship funds at 301 North Union Street, Suite 203 or online at cattfoundation.org.
Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department
Thank you to all that attended our 5K color run this morning. By the looks of it everyone enjoyed themselves. Thank you to all sponsors, participants, members, friends and family members of DCVFD, our DJ (DJ Benzo) and anyone else that helped out throughout the planning process and during today's event. Pictures have been posted and will update with results of winners a little bit later. Great job by our 5K coordinator Sierra Campbell as well. Thank you for Supporting The Derrick CIty Volunteer Fire Department.
Area graduates receive scholarships to pursue business degrees
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| Katherine Braund |
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| Sydnee Abele |
The scholarship, given through the generosity of the Catherine M. Cridler Trust, honors Mr. McCarthy, one of Olean Business Institute’s founders. The scholarship is available to graduating students pursuing a business degree.
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| Carolyn Wright |
Wright will attend Alfred State College to study agricultural business. Phillippi will attend Alfred University to study accounting. Certo will study accounting at Penn State University. Walker plans to attend John Carroll University to pursue a degree in business logistics/economics.
Wright and classmate Maria Frascella also received the Chautauqua Cattaraugus Board of Realtors Scholarship as did Westfield Academy Central School’s Sydnee Abele and Katherine Braund of Maple Grove High School.
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| Evelyn Phillipi |
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| Victoria Certo |
Frascella will study cybersecurity at Alfred State SUNY College of Technology. Abele will attend Penn State Erie, the Behrend College, to study business and sports management. Braund will study business and Spanish at Jamestown Community College.
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| Maria Frascella |
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| Corey Walker |
Donations can be made to either fund at CRCF, 301 North Union Street, Suite 203, or online at cattfoundation.org.
Maria Frascella
Shinglehouse Ambulance To East Honeoye Street
No Music on the Lawn at Ulysses Library this week.
No Music on the Lawn at Ulysses Library this week.
Cynthia I. Tucker, 60, of Bradford, PA
Cynthia I. Tucker, 60, of Bradford, PA, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2017 at her home.
She was born on October 12, 1956 in Bradford, the daughter of the late Robert and Inez Stidd Boon.
She was a 1974 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.
On March 19, 2000 in Bradford she married Lonny L. Tucker who survives.
She participated in the Kids and Cancer Benefit Run for several years. She was an avid fan of the Buffalo Bills and she loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren who she loved to spoil.
She was employed as a CNA at various local nursing homes and also in home healthcare.
In addition to her husband of seventeen years, Lonny Tucker of Bradford she is also survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Tucker and Lori Tucker both of Bradford; two brothers, Bradley (Barb) Boon of Minnesota and David (Angie) Boon of Bradford; six grandchildren, Caleb Huntoon, Jonah Tucker, Echo Tucker, Seth Lichtenberger, Harley Lichtenberger and Lexis Tucker all of Bradford and several nieces and nephews.
Friends are invited to attend a graveside service at 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Bridgeview Cemetery, Mt. Jewett with Pastor Terri Niver of the First Wesleyan Church officiating.
Memorial contributions in her memory can sent to the Kids and Cancer Benefit Run, P.O. Box 1299, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Traffic Backup on I-80 WB in Montour County and Columbia Counties
Montoursville, PA – Motorists traveling on Interstate 80 westbound are advised there is a significant backlog of traffic due to a lane closure for crash recovery at mile 226, about two miles east of Danville in Montour County.As of 4 PM, traffic is backed up to the Buckhorn exit in Columbia County.
Motorists should expect delays and be alert for stopped or slow-moving vehicles.
Houghton, Oramel, Belfast Dispatched to Garage Fire In Caneadea
Nearly 10,000 Attend 2017 Annual Woodsmen Show At Cherry Springs State Park
By Henry Lush
The Galeton Rotary Club's major annual fundraiser, The Annual Woodsmen's Show was held last weekend, August 4-5-6.
This was the 66th annual show. Over the past 66 years the profits generated by this event has benefited Galeton and Potter county in many ways. Several hundreds of thousands of dollars have been contributed to scholarships, many school projects such as the building of the high school tennis courts, the outdoor basketball court, new school sidewalks, band uniforms, refurbishing the community building, the new library, the Collins Memorial Park, plus many other worthwhile activities throughout the area.
The Woodsmen's Show is the second most popular tourist attraction in Potter County. The Cherry Springs Dark Skies program generates the most tourist inquiries. This year nearly 10,000 attended the 3 day show. This, of course, is a boost to the local economy. The various competitions are noted nationally and the winners were all announced in the press.
Plans will start soon to prepare for the 67th show. Galeton Rotary is planning to make the show even bigger and better. This is an amazing undertaking for a club the size of Galeton Rotary with a membership of 18. It really takes a lot of effort by many dedicated members.
The Galeton Rotary Club's major annual fundraiser, The Annual Woodsmen's Show was held last weekend, August 4-5-6.
This was the 66th annual show. Over the past 66 years the profits generated by this event has benefited Galeton and Potter county in many ways. Several hundreds of thousands of dollars have been contributed to scholarships, many school projects such as the building of the high school tennis courts, the outdoor basketball court, new school sidewalks, band uniforms, refurbishing the community building, the new library, the Collins Memorial Park, plus many other worthwhile activities throughout the area.
The Woodsmen's Show is the second most popular tourist attraction in Potter County. The Cherry Springs Dark Skies program generates the most tourist inquiries. This year nearly 10,000 attended the 3 day show. This, of course, is a boost to the local economy. The various competitions are noted nationally and the winners were all announced in the press.
Plans will start soon to prepare for the 67th show. Galeton Rotary is planning to make the show even bigger and better. This is an amazing undertaking for a club the size of Galeton Rotary with a membership of 18. It really takes a lot of effort by many dedicated members.
Coudersport, Roulette Dispatched For Land Rescue On Trail At Denton Hill
A female is reported to have fallen from an ATV with an arm injury.
Lafayette, Lewis Run Dispatched For Motorcycle Acccident
3:08 PM--2nd ambulance requested. Reporting 2 patients. Helicopter to Bradford Airport.
3:54 PM--57 yr. old male lifeflighted. 47 year old female transported to Bradford Hospital.
The backpacks are ready to be picked up
The To Fill A Backpack program has completed packing for the 2017-2018 school year. Anyone that has requested a backpack is asked to pick them up either at my house at 81 Burleson Avenue in Roulette today or Sunday between 10am and 8pm or any night of the week after 6pm. Backpacks will not be available any other time unless special arrangements are made and if you can’t make it between the times noted please try to find a family member or friend that is able to pick them up.
We are unable to deliver all the backpacks because it is not only expensive but also very time consuming. If you missed the signup we still have backpacks left so please go to this link “Request A Backpack” and fill out the request form. When your backpacks are ready we will text or call and let you know they are ready to pickup.
To Fill A Backpack
81 Burleson Avenue
Roulette, PA 16746
Phone: (814) 544-2612
Email: info@tofillabackpack.org
Website: www.tofillabackpack.org
Shinglehouse Ambulance To Barbertown Road
Cuba Dispatched For Kitchen Fire
Friendship response cancelled.
The Lovely Town Of Austin, Pennsylvania!
Aerial Renegade / AlexanderRenn Photography working at Austin Borough.
The Lovely Town Of Austin, Pennsylvania!
The Lovely Town Of Austin, Pennsylvania!
Shinglehouse couple facing 6 felonies in child abuse case; released on $75K unsecured bail
Wellsville Regional News
A husband and wife from Shinglehouse were arrested this week for allegedly abusing their five children, ages 5-13. Dick Clarke, 71 and Jennifer Clarke, 40, both of 10 Old Ceres Road were taken into custody by Shinglehouse Borough police.
According to the criminal complaint, the children were allegedly beaten leaving bruises, threatened with death, called disparaging names and were often in a state of poor hygiene. The complaint also alleges that the children were told not to speak with police or social services.
While the alleged abuse may have gone on for a decade, the current complaint only dates back to events beginning August 2015.
Both defendants were arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Kari A. McCleaft. Dick and Jennifer Clarke were released on $75,000 unsecured bail. They'll return to court August 17th for a preliminary hearing.
Dick Clarke faces the following charges:
A husband and wife from Shinglehouse were arrested this week for allegedly abusing their five children, ages 5-13. Dick Clarke, 71 and Jennifer Clarke, 40, both of 10 Old Ceres Road were taken into custody by Shinglehouse Borough police.
According to the criminal complaint, the children were allegedly beaten leaving bruises, threatened with death, called disparaging names and were often in a state of poor hygiene. The complaint also alleges that the children were told not to speak with police or social services.
While the alleged abuse may have gone on for a decade, the current complaint only dates back to events beginning August 2015.
Both defendants were arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Kari A. McCleaft. Dick and Jennifer Clarke were released on $75,000 unsecured bail. They'll return to court August 17th for a preliminary hearing.
Dick Clarke faces the following charges:
PA Permit Violation Issued
PA Permit Violation Issued to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan County
Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2017-08-07 to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan county. 78a73(b) - GENERAL PROVISION FOR WELL CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION - Operator failed to prevent gas, oil, brine, completion and servicing fluids, and any other fluids or materials from below the casing seat from entering fresh groundwater, and prevent po..Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling
PA Permit Violation Issued to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan County
Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2017-08-07 to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan county. 78a85(a)5 - CASING AND CEMENTING - CEMENT STANDARDS - Operator failed prevent gas flow in the annulus and use gas block additives and low fluid loss slurries in areas of known shallow gas producing zones.Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling
PA Permit Violation Issued to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan County
Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2017-08-03 to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan county. 78a73(b) - GENERAL PROVISION FOR WELL CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION - Operator failed to prevent gas, oil, brine, completion and servicing fluids, and any other fluids or materials from below the casing seat from entering fresh groundwater, and prevent po..Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling
PA Permit Violation Issued to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan County
Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2017-08-03 to Chief Oil &Amp; Gas Llc in Elkland Twp, Sullivan county. 78a85(a)5 - CASING AND CEMENTING - CEMENT STANDARDS - Operator failed prevent gas flow in the annulus and use gas block additives and low fluid loss slurries in areas of known shallow gas producing zones.Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling
PA Gas Drilling Permits Issued
PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Sweden Twp Township
Gas permit issued on 2017-08-07 00:00:00 to JKLM ENERGY LLC for site SWEDEN VALLEY 107-4HB in Sweden Twp township, Potter countyTags: PADEP, frack, permit, drilling, Gas
PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Sweden Twp Township
Gas permit issued on 2017-08-07 00:00:00 to JKLM ENERGY LLC for site SWEDEN VALLEY 107-2HU in Sweden Twp township, Potter countyTags: PADEP, frack, permit, drilling, Gas
PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Summit Twp Township
Gas permit issued on 2017-08-07 00:00:00 to JKLM ENERGY LLC for site SWEDEN VALLEY 105-5HU in Summit Twp township, Potter countyTags: PADEP, frack, permit, drilling, Gas
PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Summit Twp Township
Gas permit issued on 2017-08-07 00:00:00 to JKLM ENERGY LLC for site SWEDEN VALLEY 105-3HU in Summit Twp township, Potter countyTags: PADEP, frack, permit, drilling, Gas
PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Summit Twp Township
Gas permit issued on 2017-08-07 00:00:00 to JKLM ENERGY LLC for site SWEDEN VALLEY 105-1HU in Summit Twp township, Potter countyTags: PADEP, frack, permit, drilling, Gas
PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Summit Twp Township
Gas permit issued on 2017-08-07 00:00:00 to JKLM ENERGY LLC for site SWEDEN VALLEY 105-2HU in Summit Twp township, Potter countyTags: PADEP, frack, permit, drilling, Gas
PA Gas Drilling Permit Issued in Jones Twp Township
Gas permit issued on 2017-08-07 00:00:00 to SENECA RESOURCES CORP for site SGL 25 WT 2587 131H 51943 in Jones Twp township, Elk countyTags: PADEP, frack, permit, drilling, Gas
Norwich Township Dispatched To Tree Down On Rt. 46 Near CC Line
At 12:08 PM on Saturday, Norwich Township Fire Department has been dispatched to RT. 46 near the Cameron County line for a tree down blocking the roadway.
12:34 PM--RECALLED
12:34 PM--RECALLED
Senator Bob Casey will be visiting the Oswayo Valley Senior Center in Shinglehouse August 21st at 12:30
Senator Bob Casey will be visiting the Oswayo Valley Senior Center in Shinglehouse August 21st at 12:30. Come by and listen to his message, ask your questions, and share your views. Refreshments will be served beginning at 11:30. Hope to see you there.
Mickey Is Still Missing From Beech Hill Area; Reward Offered
Reward for Mickey
Thank you for all the prayers, concerns, phone calls, and leads. Unfortunately, none have panned out and we are still looking for our little Mickey. If you or anyone that you know has seen him or know where he is, please call me (Laura) at 814-596-8821. We are now offering a reward for his safe return.
Shinglehouse Dispatched For Natural Gas Line Leak
IU#9 Positions Available
Part-time Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant. Openings in schools and Early Intervention settings throughout Potter, McKean, Elk, and Cameron Counties. Requirements: Valid PT or PTA License. EOE
Part-time Job Coaches. Assist students in learning on-the-job skills at job sites in Bradford, Coudersport, and Emporium. Hours available during and beyond typical school day. Requires High School diploma. EOE
Part-time Classroom Aides. Possible openings in Austin, Coudersport and Oswayo Valley School Districts. Requirements: High school diploma. EOE
Speech-Language Pathologist. Temporary Full or part-time position October through January. Requirements: Current PA license is required. CCC’s are preferred. Consideration will be given to graduates in their CFY year. EOE
Substitute Teachers. Requires teaching certificate or bachelor’s degree with emergency certificate (training to be held at Intermediate Unit September 13th and 14th). EOE
Substitute Classroom Aides. Requires High School diploma (training to be held at Intermediate Unit September 13th and 14th). EOE
Substitute Sign Language Interpreters. As needed in Bradford and Johnsonburg. Requires Educational Interpreter Certification or High School diploma and proficiency in sign language. EOE
Application available on our website www.iu9.org.
Contact:
Shelly Carson, Director of Special Education
Intermediate Unit #9
119 Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
814-887-5512
scarson@iu9.org
Part-time Job Coaches. Assist students in learning on-the-job skills at job sites in Bradford, Coudersport, and Emporium. Hours available during and beyond typical school day. Requires High School diploma. EOE
Part-time Classroom Aides. Possible openings in Austin, Coudersport and Oswayo Valley School Districts. Requirements: High school diploma. EOE
Speech-Language Pathologist. Temporary Full or part-time position October through January. Requirements: Current PA license is required. CCC’s are preferred. Consideration will be given to graduates in their CFY year. EOE
Substitute Teachers. Requires teaching certificate or bachelor’s degree with emergency certificate (training to be held at Intermediate Unit September 13th and 14th). EOE
Substitute Classroom Aides. Requires High School diploma (training to be held at Intermediate Unit September 13th and 14th). EOE
Substitute Sign Language Interpreters. As needed in Bradford and Johnsonburg. Requires Educational Interpreter Certification or High School diploma and proficiency in sign language. EOE
Application available on our website www.iu9.org.
Contact:
Shelly Carson, Director of Special Education
Intermediate Unit #9
119 Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
814-887-5512
scarson@iu9.org
Bradford Ambulance To Glenwood Avenue For Assault Victim
Friday, August 11, 2017
Liberty, Blossburg, Morris Dispatched For Crash On Rt. 15
State Reports Increase in Lyme Cases
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Locally, Clearfield County reported 348 cases and Elk County 113 cases. Each county in the Commonwealth is confirmed to have a high risk of Lyme. Legislatively, the House passed House Bill 174, which would require health insurers to cover treatment plans for Lyme disease or related tick-borne illnesses as prescribed by a patient’s health care practitioner, regardless if the treatment plan includes short-term or long-term antibiotic treatment. The bill is now with the Senate. The best prevention against Lyme and other tickborne illnesses is to avoid tick-infested habitats, such as areas dense with shrubbery or tall grass. Proper use of personal protective measures such as repellents and protective clothing, and checking for and removing attached ticks are also important deterrents to tick-related complications. Other prevention tips are available for viewing by clicking here. |
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The committee held an informational meeting on Wednesday to discuss our findings and possible future action. You might wonder why this committee is examining an environmental issue. This is in fact is about governance, accountability and the impact on taxpayer dollars. Please click here to hear my comments from the meeting that tie it all together. |
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