Saturday, January 12, 2019
S. W. Smith Memorial Public Library hosting a Book Sale
Headline Harrisburg by Rep. Matt Gabler
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Mardi Gras tickets available!
Tickets are also being sold at Nancy Simar’s Beauty Shop, Melissa Smoker at the VMI, Kelly Tarbox, Emily Schultz, Kylie Donovan, Kari Stake, Beth Stauffer, Jill Stuckey, Mary Lashway, Elizabeth Valentine and Pam Fischer.
There will be no tickets available at the door.
Menu for the evening: Jambalaya, kick-up creole sausage balls, Brown sugar glazed meatballs, ham and cheese sliders, pulled-pork sliders, muffaletta pasta salad, chocolate fountains and more. Doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner being served at 6 p.m.
Costumes are welcomed! A King and Queen of the Night will be selected. Liz Valentine will be taking pictures with a Polaroid camera that one lucky party-goer will win at the end of the night. Music will be provided by DJ Shon James.
Pictured is Beth Naylor of the Recreation Board, sponsor of the event. Proceeds will benefit the Port Allegany Community Pool Renovation Fund.
Broadband Presentation Scheduled - Galeton Development Corporation Meeting - 1/16/19
Bill Gerski, Senior Vice President, Business Development, at Tri-Co Connections, an LLC of Tri-County Rural Electric Cooperative will be giving a presentation to the Galeton Development Corporation on the broadband project in our area.
The meeting will be held at the Brick House Deli, located at 4 West Main Street in Galeton on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 8:00a.m.
The public is invited to attend. For more information on the project click here http://www.tri-countyrec.com/content/fiber-project-faq
Open Arms launching groups across region
Open Arms Church is launching groups across the region focused on the key to peak happiness, thinking and health.
The groups, which will be held in Bradford, St. Marys, Port Allegany and Keating Summit, will cover the book “How to Switch On Your Brain” and run from the beginning of February to the end of April.
“I truly believe that learning and applying what is in this book would transform every single person's life and through them, their family and community,” said Pastor Mike McAvoy. “At times the book can be technical, but it is always practical.”
McAvoy said that Dr Leaf is not only a Christian but a leading neuroscientist.
“Whether you are a spiritual person or not, you cannot argue with the science,” he said. “Imagine a life and community where people did not live as victims, but took responsibility for their own life and well-being. Imagine how this would affect families, neighborhoods, and workplaces. Imagine people taking responsibility instead of making excuses, and that think and act in ways that are constructive for their own benefit and the benefit of those around them.”
In this book, participants will learn how to live above the circumstances that they find themselves in, McAvoy said.
“We will learn that we do not have to be victims, and while we cannot control our circumstances we always control our response,” he said. “The hard pill to swallow, is that we are our own biggest problem. By what we think and how we think about things, we are shaping the life we're living in every area of our lives; relationships, careers, health, our sense of peace and fulfillment, etc.”
He said that people will learn that it is not only important what one thinks about, but how one thinks about those things.
“We are not responsible for what happens to us, but we are responsible for how we react and respond to life,” he said. “We are responsible for the choices that we make to move forward as a victor or a victim. There are far too many examples of people who have overcome and found victory to say that it isn't possible.”
McAvoy said that these testimonies of victory prove that people are simply making excuses to avoid the hard work of taking responsibility and doing the right things to truly be free and whole.
“I believe this is so important and so relevant to the people of our community, that we are putting our money where our mouth is and offering to provide the book for free to every person who is willing to commit to participating in a group,” he said.
Books will be distributed to participants at the first group meeting.
Register for a group at www.openarmsgroups.com or contact Open Arms connections coordinators Alex Davis at 814-806-2301 or Heather Postlewait at 814-558-2643.
Bradford Little Theatre Announces the Cast of Upcoming Show!
You may think you know the story of poor Hansel and Gretel, how they were abandoned in the forest by their father and step-mother to fend for themselves and eventually came upon a house made of candy where they were locked up by a wicked witch. Well, it’s time to think again! This time, Hansel and Gretel are being accused of property damage, mischief and assault as well as affecting the lives of several famous storybook characters found in the forest. Can they convince the police of their innocence? Plan to see this comical twist of the well-known classic tale.
Directed by Kristin Asinger, this version of Hansel and Gretel will delight all ages. “The cast and crew are brilliant and a pleasure to work with, they are developing this show into a very clever and entertaining comedy. From the “bopping” scene with the three bears and three little pigs to the delicious candy house, colorful costumes and witty scenes, this show is a must-see for all.”
Newcomers to the BLT stage include Caroline Todd from Smethport playing Streptococcus, the storytelling fairy godmother, Sebastian Greene from Olean as The Big Bad Wolf, and Bradford residents Arick Close as Wilhelm, Lori Vickery as Lilah, Mason Close as Jack and Selah Stavish, Jack’s favorite cow Blossom.
Adults returning to the BLT stage include Connie Shanks as an ogre named Snow White, Laura Piccioli as Brunhilda, Chris Lathrop as the Magic Mirror, Tiffany Mager as Marta, Shelley Greene from Olean as the wicked witch Amanita Phalloides, Thomas James as Papa Bear, and Anne Bouquin as Mama Bear.
BLT’s veteran kids in the cast are Jeffrey Thacker as Hansel, Samaria Campbell from Duke Center as Gretel, Danica Austin from Eldred as Inspector Wombat, Leyna Easton as Sergeant Ringworm, Eliana Lewis as Red Riding Hood, Sean Fox as Baby Bear, Addie Haviland as Flopsy, Autumn Neumann as Porkchop, Jennifer Bouquin as Fargo, Kali O’Neil as Goldilocks, Joseph Thacker as Prince Charming, and Lillian South as fairy godmother Flitsy.
The (Almost) Totally True Story of Hansel and Gretel is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. Tickets are now on sale through ticket outlets Graham Florist and Togi’s Family Restaurant. $10 Adults. $8 Students/Seniors. Tickets will also be sold at the door (if available). Performances will be January 25 & 26 at 7:30 PM and January 27 at 2 PM. A lift is available at Togi’s Playhouse for those who prefer to not use the stairs. For questions and ticket information call Marcia Morrison at 814-598-1101.
Tori Miller Pa Maple Ambassador at PA Farm Show
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| Tori receiving certificate from Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding |
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| Tori’s display educating and promoting Maple industry at the Pa Farm show |
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| Tori helping at the Maple Booth |
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| Tori observing and learning how to judge the maple products |
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Eva M. Taggerty Memorial Scholarship established to support “Eva Strong” Portville students
The phrase “Eva Strong” may have resonated most during Eva Taggerty’s battle with cancer, but those who knew her know that she lived her entire life Eva Strong.
The recently established Eva M. Taggerty Memorial Scholarship Fund will ensure that the “Eva Strong” mentality lives on by supporting area students that share Eva’s perseverance, dedication to community, citizenship and character.
According to her daughter, Beth Taggerty, who established the fund in her mother’s memory, Eva gave her all to the things she loved, including her career in construction, her family and her community.
“Nothing stood in Eva’s way. She could and would do anything she put her mind to,” said Beth. “At a young age she began to help her dad, Bernard, do small construction jobs around the Portville area. As she grew older her love for the construction industry deepened.”
Out of that love, Eva decided to attend BOCES and studied electrical engineering, despite being the only female student in that class.
Beth recalls her mother telling her she had a little bit of fear, being the only female, but she loved construction and just had to tackle the course and any stereotypes that were around. She followed her heart, not the crowd. She never cared what others thought, she lived her life as she saw fit, with pride and integrity.
At 16, she dove into the retail lumber industry, following in her father’s footsteps at Olean Lumber. She remainder there until it closed, never losing her love and passion for the construction industry. Following the close of operations at Olean Lumber, she began working for Close’s Lumber of Olean, until her illness prevented her from continuing.
“She loved going to work every day,” said Beth. “She strived on being able to help her customers achieve their building needs. She was always willing to offer advice or a helping hand. She would go above and beyond to ensure a happy, satisfied customer. Their projects were her projects.”
And so the Eva M. Taggerty Memorial Scholarship, established at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation, will make possible an annual scholarship for graduating seniors of Portville Central School who plan to seek a two- or four-year degree in a construction industry-related career/technical field.
Preference will be given to female students, students who have attended BOCES or students who are planning to attend Alfred State College.
Student will be asked to include in their application goal statement why they have a passion for their chosen career/degree choice. Applicants should demonstrate academic promise and be involved in extracurricular activities at school or in the community. They should display good citizenship, moral character and kindness toward others. They also should display a positive attitude and possess leadership abilities.
Beth thought it important to include a consideration of character and citizenship as part of the scholarship because, she said, her mother shared the same fire for community and giving back as she had for her career.
“Eva loved her community and family just as much as she loved the construction industry,” said Taggerty. “She was always willing to help a function that helped others.”
Taggerty said her mother was a devoted member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Weston Mills Fire Department. She often volunteered her time at fundraisers and special events that raised money to support those in need.
It was during her battle with cancer that a name was given to the attitude and ethic that pervaded throughout Eva’s life, Beth said.
“During her battle with cancer others started saying ‘Eva strong,’” Taggerty recalled. “It was so fitting. She continued to work as she battled cancer. She still volunteered and did everything she could until she could not.”
Eva Taggerty passed away July 30, 2018, but this scholarship fund will ensure her legacy will live on for years to come.
“This scholarship is set up to continue the legacy she left behind and continue developing ‘Eva strong’ individuals,” added Taggerty.
CRCF Executive Director Karen Niemic Buchheit said that the Foundation is honored to play a role in perpetuating the ethos of such a strong-willed, passionate and loving woman.
“Eva’s story is one of those that particularly touches your heart,” said Buchheit. “We are proud to be able to ensure that the ‘Eva strong’ individuals at Portville Central School receive the needed support to chase their dreams in the same way Eva did.”
Donations can be made to the Eva M. Taggerty Memorial Scholarship Fund at CRCF, 301 North Union St., Suite 203, or online at cattfoundation.org.
For 25 years, the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation has been the area’s supportive, responsive and trusted community foundation. Established in 1994, CRCF is growing good by connecting donors to the causes they care about most in the region. Grants from the foundation support many areas, including education, scholarships, health care, the arts, community development, human service, and youth development. To learn more, call (716) 301-CRCF (2723), email foundation@cattfoundation.org, or visit online at www.cattfoundation.org. CRCF is also on Facebook (facebook.com/cattfoundation) and Twitter (@CattFoundation).
SWEENEY RUSH SERIES TO MAKE INAUGURAL APPEARANCE AT THE MOTORSPORTS RACECAR & TRADE SHOW AT THE GREATER PHILADELPHIA EXPO CENTER JANUARY 18-20
"We're looking forward to finally having our display setup at this show with Matt Hill's RUSH Late Model," stated RUSH Director Vicki Emig. "The Sammons Family that produces Area Auto Racing News does a tremendous job with the show and has hoped we would take part over the years. This is probably the biggest racing shows in the East, and with our growth in the Mid-Atlantic region over recent years we felt it was important for us to have a presence. We have to thank Matt Hill for his willingness to have his car part of our display."
RUSH most recently took part in the Northeast Racing Products Auction & Trade Show in Syracuse, NY in November, which is another very large area that's an integral part of RUSH. 2018 Sweeney RUSH Late Model Touring Series Champion, Jeremy Wonderling, has his #3J on display at that show.
The 2019 Sweeney Touring Series season will open April 17-20 for the second annual "Battle of the Bay" Mid-Atlantic Speedweek featuring the $4,000 to-win "Raelyn Huffman Memorial" at Delaware followed but now what will be $3,000 to-win events at Georgetown, Potomac, and Winchester Speedways!
The Motorsports Racecar & Trade Show is located at the GPS address of 1601 Egypt Road, Phoenixville, PA 19450. Show hours are 2-9 PM on Friday the 17th, 11 AM to 9 PM on Saturday the 18th, and 11 AM to 4 PM on Saturday the 20th. Adult admission is $15 each day or $30 for a three-day ticket. In addition to numerous race cars, speedways, series, and vendors on display, many seminars, autograph sessions, and the popular Ms. Motorsports contest will take place. For more information, check out their website at www.motorsportstradeshow.com.
2018 RUSH Late Model marketing partners include Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC, Pace Performance, Hoosier Tire, Bilstein Shocks, Sunoco Race Fuels, Bazell Race Fuels, Insinger Performance, MSD Performance, Holley Performance Products, Earl's Performance Plumbing, Quick Fuel Technology, FK Rod Ends, Schoenfeld Headers, Jones Racing Products, Racing Electronics, Dirt Defender, Dynamic Drivelines, Wrisco Industries, Frankland Racing Supply, Alternative Power Sources, Precise Racing Products, TBM Brakes, Lincoln Electric, Pancho's Racing Products Velocita-USA, Classic Ink USA, Landrum Performance Spring, Schwartzmiller Ground Maintenance, CrateInsider.com, Valley Fashions.
E-mail can be sent to the RUSH Racing Series at info@rushracingseries.com and snail mail to 4368 Route 422, Pulaski, PA 16143. Office phone is 724-964-9300 and fax is 724-964-0604. The RUSH Racing Series website is www.rushracingseries.com. Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/rushlatemodels and follow us on Twitter @RUSHLM.
2019 PA Farm Show Winds Down
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Thank you for joining us, in person or vicariously through our coverage! See you next year, January 4-11, 2020, for the 104th PA Farm Show! The Pennsylvania Farm Show is the nation’s largest indoor agricultural event, featuring 12,000 competitive exhibits, more than 5,200 of which are animal competitions, plus 300 commercial exhibitors. The show runs January 5 – 12, 2019. Admission is free and parking is $15 in Farm Show lots. The Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center is easily accessible from Interstates 81 and 83. ### | |
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Jay Township Dispatched For Side by Side Accident On Gray Road
Otto Dispatched For Rollover Crash on Looker Mountain Trail
Coudersport Rotary Meets
Citizens of Tomorrow, Rodney Doran, Jr., Jayden Gaskins, and Travis Gleason, along with Coudersport Rotary President, Ruth Sallade at Coudersport Rotary Club's January 7, 2019, meeting.
Elk County man attempts to shoot at another man; no injuries
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Wilcox, PA – An Elk County man is in jail after he reportedly shot at another man.
33-year-old Brandon Dilley went to the home of 34-year-old James Biel in Wilcox last Tuesday to retrieve a personal belonging, though police don’t say what it was.
Biel got a gun from his home and allegedly fired a shot past Dilley’s head.
Police put out a search warrant for Biel and found him a few days later, on Thursday.
Unable to post the $50,000 bail, he remains in the Elk County Jail on charges of assault with a weapon.
Belmont, Amity Dispatched For Crash on South Street
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