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Saturday, January 23, 2021

SATURDAY A.M. Update: Slight Reduction In New COVID-19 Cases

There were 358 more COVID-19 coronavirus cases and five more deaths related to the virus across the region between Wednesday and Friday. Each of the figures reflected a slight reduction in trends that rose over first three weeks of the new year.

Potter County’s active case count stands at approximately 100, with the largest infestations in the Coudersport, Shinglehouse and Austin areas. Pa. Dept. of Health considers a case to be “active,” and the victim contagious, if a positive test result occurred over the past 14 days.

A recent U.S. Centers for Disease Control model has found that the actual number of COVID-19 infections in a locale could be as much as eight times higher than the detected cases. See details here.

Between Wednesday and Friday there were nine more cases in Potter County; 47 cases and one more death in McKean County; three cases in Cameron; 14 cases in Tioga; 116 cases and one death in Lycoming; 35 cases and one deaths in Elk; 15 cases and one death in Clinton; 101 cases and one death in Cattaraugus County, N.Y.; and 18 cases in Allegany County, N.Y.

Entering Friday, overall case counts since the virus was detected stood as follows: Potter, 791 cases and 17 deaths; Tioga, 2,184 cases, 87 deaths; McKean, 2,379 cases, 51 deaths; Cattaraugus, 3,528 cases, 62 deaths; Allegany, 2,437 cases, 75 deaths; Clinton, 2,407 cases, 46 deaths; Elk, 2,031 cases, 30 deaths; Cameron, 224 cases, 6 deaths; and Lycoming, 7,649 cases, 193 deaths.

John S. Howard, 75, of Galeton, PA

John S. Howard

John S. Howard, 75, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2021 at UPMC Cole, Coudersport, PA.

Born September 18, 1945, in Fremont, MI, he was a son of the late John D. and Ruth (Johnson) Howard.

John received his bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Lock Haven University, was a self-employed painter and enjoyed hunting, fishing and being outdoors.

Surviving are two sons, John F. (Lorrie) Howard, Ambridge, PA and Jeremy (Kimberly) Howard, Federal Way, WA; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren; two brothers, Thomas (Susan) Howard, Cary, NC and Terry (Patricia) Howard, Wellsboro, PA; a sister, Helen (Jerry) Fleming, Tucson, AZ; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at the family’s convenience at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Teacher’s Pet Rescue in Coudersport, PA.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton, PA.

Allegany County Records 27 New Covid-19 Cases on Saturday

Middlebury Dispatched For Woman With Foot Stuck in Ice Fishing Hole

At 3:17 PM on Saturday, Middlebury Fire Dept. has been dispatched for a female with her foot stuck in an ice fishing hole at Hills Creek Lake at the Pine boat launch.

3:24 PM--Person has been extricated. EMS not needed.

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PRELIMINARY 2021-22 PA HUNTING/TRAPPING SEASONS APPROVED

HARRISBURG, PA - 01/23/2021--The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners today gave preliminary approval to hunting and trapping seasons and bag limits for the 2021-22 license year.

Modifications proposed for the 2021-22 seasons include:

A statewide, 14-day concurrent antlered and antlerless firearms season, which was proposed to simplify regulations and provide increased opportunity, especially for younger hunters.

Expanded Sunday hunting opportunity – The hunting Sundays during the archery deer and firearms bear seasons also would be open for other species (except migratory game birds and wild turkey) with seasons encompassing those dates. These expansions of Sunday opportunity are the only changes preliminarily proposed for small game and furbearer seasons.

The closure of the fall turkey season in WMU 5A and reductions in season length for 14 other WMUs due to declining population trends. The recommendations are in accordance with Wild Turkey Management Plan guidelines to increase hen survival.

The extended (post-Christmas) antlerless firearms season that traditionally has been held in certain counties in southeastern and southwestern Pennsylvania is proposed to be held in all of WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D, given that antlerless harvests are evenly distributed throughout these WMUs regardless of firearms restrictions.

The antlerless designation is proposed to be removed from the late elk season to provide the Game Commission the flexibility to issue antlered elk licenses for this season, if and when appropriate. Specific license allocations for all elk seasons will be set in April.

The public may offer comments on all proposed 2021-22 seasons and bag limits, as well as other board actions, between now and the board’s next quarterly meeting, when 2021-22 seasons and bag limits will be finalized, and antlerless deer license allocations will be determined.

The board’s next quarterly meeting is scheduled to be held April 16 and 17 at the Game Commission’s Harrisburg headquarters.

Following are several articles on meeting highlights.

Coudersport Fire Department Answers Multiple Calls

Coudersport Vol FireDept

1/12/21 06:38:32 2021-00001018 ALS MEDICAL 408 VINE ST, COUDERSPORT BORO..Our station was requested to assist Coudersport Ambulance and Medics at the scene of a medical emergency.

1/14/21 07:05:18 2021-00001222 MVA 139 ROUTE 6 W, COUDERSPORT BORO SHEETZ A vehicle crash involving 3 vehicles ( one of which was being towed ) No injuries or hazards, Recalled by Command, investigation by Coudersport PD.

1/16/21 17:17:48 2021-00001494 STRUCTURE FIRE 109 E MILL ST PORT ALEGNENY BOX 3-2 COMERCIAL BLDG Truck 48-9 ( Ladder Truck ) and Rescue 48-8 ( RIT ) Responded and was recalled a short time later, returned to quarters.

1/16/21 19:24:07 2021-00001505 MVA 465 ROUTE 44 N, HEBRON TWP Patrol 48-4 responded for Traffic control for a truck that had slid off the highway blocking one lane on Greenman Hill. Chief 48 arrived and along with a ff on scene, just pulled the vehicle back onto the highway and recalled all units responding and returned to service, Assisted by Penn Dot.

1/21/21 20:05:48 2021-00001962 ALS MEDICAL 9 AVENUE A, COUDERSPORT BORO Our Department was requested to assist the local Ambulance and Medics at the scene of a medical emergency. Chief 48 Phelps, AC Dunn II, Rescue 8 and Patrol 48-4 (13 personnel ) responded and assisted with removing the PT from the second floor of the residence . All units placed in service approximately 1 hour later.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM TODAY'S PA GAME COMMISSIONERS MEETING

HARRISBURG, PA - 01/23/2021--The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners today convened its first meeting of 2021, giving preliminary approval to hunting and trapping seasons and bag limits for the 2021-22 license year, and moving forward with a variety of other items on the board's regular agenda. A summary of other action appears below.

*THREE-LICENSE LIMIT FOR ANTLERLESS DEER HUNTERS COULD BE LIFTED

* ELIMINATING RIFLE USE FOR FALL TURKEY HUNTING COULD SPARE ADDITIONAL SEASON-LENGTH REDUCTIONS

*BOARD PRELIMINARILY APPROVES CONCURRENT ANTLERED AND ANTLERLESS SEASONS STATEWIDE

*BOARD TAKES STEPS TO ALLOW DIGITAL LICENSES

*LANDOWNERS COULD GET MORE TIME TO APPLY FOR DMAP

*AMENDED REGULATIONS COULD BETTER ADDRESS WILDLIFE DISEASES

*ELK LICENSE REGULATIONS COULD BE CLARIFIED

*GAME COMMISSION THANKS FOX FOR SERVICE

*STAFF WILL STUDY NEW MENTORED OPPORTUNITIES, STAIGHT-WALLED CASE AMMUNITION FOR STATEWIDE USE

*BOARD APPROVES OIL AND GAS AGREEMENT

*MORE THAN A SQUARE MILE ADDED TO GAME LANDS

*BOARD REORGANIZES FOR 2021

Snowmobiler Strikes Cross Country Skier On Snowmobile Trail Near Corry

C&N Declares Dividend and Announces Fourth Quarter 2020 Unaudited Financial Results

WELLSBORO, PA – Citizens & Northern Corporation (“C&N”) (NASDAQ: CZNC) announced its most recent dividend declaration and its unaudited, consolidated financial results for the three-month and annual periods ended December 31, 2020. Click here for details.....

Kane Dispatched To Crash on James City Hill

At 11:50 AM on Saturday, Kane Fire Dept. has been dispatched to a crash on Rt. 66, James City Hill.

EMMF ANNOUNCES POSTPONEMENT OF JAZZ FEST IN FEBRUARY AND A CONCERT IN MARCH

The Endless Mountain Music Festival Board of Directors has announced that the EMMF Jazz Fest in February featuring swing, jazz and stride pianist Bram Wijnands and a Celtic concert in March with Fire in the Glen, an energetic trio based in Pennsylvania's York and Lancaster counties, are being postponed due to the current situation presented by COVID-19. "We are planning to hold both events later this year either indoors or outdoors," said Board President Ardell Thomas.

The EMMF Cinco de Mayo Cocktail and Hors d'oeuvres Reception and Live and Silent Auctions will take place as planned on Wednesday, May 5 at 6 p.m. in the Deane Center. "We will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation with the safety of our audience, performers, venues and staff uppermost in our minds. Should it become necessary to postpone or cancel the auction, we will inform all ticket holders," said Thomas.

"We are planning to hold our 15th anniversary celebration this summer with 17 concerts scheduled from July 16 through Aug. 1. These concerts will be either indoors or outdoors in Pennsylvania and New York," he said.

There will be a different show every evening at 7 p.m. for 16 nights during this 17-day event with performances in Knoxville, Mansfield, Tioga and Wellsboro in Tioga County, at Cherry Springs State Park outdoors under the stars in Potter County and in New York in Corning in Steuben County.

The 17th concert, the seventh featuring the Festival Symphony Orchestra, will be free and held rain or shine on Sunday afternoon, Aug. 1 at 2:30 p.m. at the Wellsboro Johnston Airport, near Wellsboro.

Youth, 20 and under, are admitted FREE to all festival concerts.

To learn more or for tickets, visit www.endlessmountain.net or call the Endless Mountain Music Festival Box Office at 570-787-7800.

Suspected Minor Injuries In One Vehicle Crash On RT. 49. In Elkland Boro

Wellsboro Dispatched For Vehicle Into A House Crash

At 11:33 AM on Saturday, Wellsboro Fire & EMS have been dispatched to a vehicle into a house crash at 242 Route 660. Female driver reporting leg pain.

Drug Possession Charges Pending In Lafayette TWP.

Smethport Man To Be Charged With Drug Possession In Port Allegany

Hazel Hurst Man Arrested For Damaging Jail Property In Keating TWP.

Glenn and Ruth Mengle Foundation continue Penn State DuBois scholarship support

DuBOIS, Pa. - The Glenn and Ruth Mengle Foundation of DuBois, Pennsylvania, has made a $20,000 gift to support the Glenn and Ruth Mengle Foundation Scholarship at Penn State DuBois.

First established in 1998 with a $15,000 gift, the foundation pledges support to this scholarship fund each year. This latest contribution will help to serve the fund’s original goal of making education more affordable and accessible to students who have financial need in covering the cost of college expenses. First preference is offered to students whose cultural or ethnic background contributes to the diversity of the student population at Penn State DuBois. All students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance and show promise of outstanding academic success are eligible for consideration.

The Mengle Foundation has long been a supporter of many educational and service-oriented initiatives at Penn State DuBois in addition to scholarships. Other areas the foundation has supported include the funding of technology upgrades in the classroom; Alternative Spring Break trips, during which students volunteer to serve communities in need; and the North Central PA LaunchBox, which provides support and programming to help business and industry thrive in the North Central Pennsylvania region.

“The Mengle Foundation exemplifies the power of community support,” said Penn State DuBois Chancellor M. Scott McBride. “Generations of students have enjoyed greater access to higher education thanks to the positive impact this foundation has had on our campus. Those students have gone on to find rewarding careers that allow them, as well, to pay things forward to their communities. We are so grateful to be part of this organization’s lasting legacy.”

Representatives from First Commonwealth Bank-Trust serve as trustees for the Glenn and Ruth Mengle Foundation. The foundation was established in 1960 by Glenn Mengle, then president and CEO of Brockway Glass, with his wife, Ruth, to support charitable, religious, scientific, literary or educational activities.

This gift will advance "A Greater Penn State for 21st Century Excellence," a focused campaign that seeks to elevate Penn State’s position as a leading public university in a world defined by rapid change and global connections. With the support of alumni and friends, “A Greater Penn State” seeks to fulfill the three key imperatives of a 21st-century public university: keeping the doors to higher education open to hardworking students regardless of financial well-being; creating transformative experiences that go beyond the classroom; and impacting the world by serving communities and fueling discovery, innovation and entrepreneurship. To learn more about “A Greater Penn State for 21st Century Excellence,” visit greaterpennstate.psu.edu

For more information on all giving at Penn State DuBois, contact Director of Development Jean Wolf, at 814-372-3038 or jaw57@psu.edu

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The House will be Working to Restore the People’s Voice During Times of Emergency; Allow Some Justice for Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse.

The state House returns to session on Monday, Jan. 25, 2021, to vote on issues of importance.

Restoring the People’s Voice

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives will be moving legislation and taking action to restore the people’s voice during times of emergency and will take action to speak on their behalf during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

By advancing House Bill 38, a constitutional amendment that will go before the voters to limit the governor’s emergency declaration authority, the House will take concrete action to rein in unchecked executive authority and restore the people’s voice to how decisions get made. Should this proposal pass both chambers in the coming two session weeks, it will be timely for consideration by the voters in the upcoming spring primary.

In speaking on behalf of Pennsylvanians now, two important committee hearings will highlight the dangers of that executive overreach.

On Wednesday, the House Commerce Committee is currently scheduled to hold a public hearing on the current struggles of the restaurant industry which has been unfairly targeted by executive economic shutdowns.

In addition, the House Labor and Industry Committee is currently scheduled to hold a public hearing on Wednesday to hear an update on the Unemployment Compensation system, which has failed to adequately respond to Pennsylvanians in dire need of assistance, as a result of unilateral and overbroad executive action that closed down Pennsylvania businesses.

Allowing Some Justice for Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse

On the legislative calendar this week is House Bill 14, which creates a two-year window in which civil lawsuits alleging childhood sexual abuse may be filed in court notwithstanding any otherwise applicable statute of limitations defense. Should this proposal pass both chambers in the coming two session weeks, it will be timely for consideration by the voters in the upcoming spring primary.

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Linda L. Carley, 76, of Port Allegany, PA.

Linda L. Carley

Linda L. Carley, 76, of Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (January 21, 2021) at UPMC-Hamot, Erie.

She was born Jan 25, 1944 in Kittanning, a daughter of William and Betty Freeman Lewis. Linda was raised by her grandmother, grandfather, and an uncle. Linda was married to Sherman Buzzard who passed away in 1969. On Jan. 22, 1972, in Kittanning she married Donald G.Carley, who survives.

Mrs. Carley was a 1961 graduate of Kittanning High School. Linda worked as an insurance agent and was also employed by Ball Incon but her most important job was raising her family.

She enjoyed spending time with her family especially going to Disney World and out for a good meal with friends and family. Linda also loved to read and cook and was a former member of the Port Allegany Women’s Club.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters; Tami Buzzard and Mindi Carley both of Port Allegany PA, Vicki (Corey) Manspeaker of Reading PA; one grandson - Aiden Angell and three step-grandchildren Judah, Caelan, and Kio Manspeaker

She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and a daughter Lorrie Carley in 2020

There will be no visitation or services at this time.

Memorials if desired may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children — Erie, 1645 West 8th St., Erie, PA 16505

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

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

DEANE CENTER PLANS TO HOST CONCERTS BEGINNING IN MID-APRIL PREES RELEASE:

The Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro is planning to return to a full slate of live entertainment in mid-April, COVID-19 permitting, according to Executive Director Kevin Connelly.

"We had scheduled the Kevin McKrell Band in February but did not promote the concert due to the worsening pandemic," said Connelly. "It has been cancelled as it is clearly too soon to be holding concerts right now. Bringing a large number of people inside for a live performance is not only a risk until a higher percentage of our audience is vaccinated, but attending a concert is not something our audience is comfortable doing at this point. We hope to be able to get back into the live entertainment business in mid-April. We have a pretty full schedule planned," he said.

"We are renting rooms for events in February and beyond while observing COVID-19 occupancy and safety guidelines," said Connelly.

The office is open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. "We are hoping to return to more regular office hours in April but in the meantime are checking email and phone messages daily," he said.

To inquire about renting space for meetings, trainings, celebrations and parties, call the Deane Center at 570-724-6220 and leave a voice mail message, email office@deanecenter.com or Kevin Connelly at director@deanecenter.com or visit deanecenter.com.

McKean County has formed a Covid-19 Task Force to monitor changing vaccine protocols, assist with inoculations as needed, and to provide updated information as it becomes available.

The Task Force team consists of core county personnel including the Commissioners, the Department of Emergency Services staff, and the Chief Clerk. The Commissioners have directed each member to be responsible for monitoring the rapidly changing information that is transmitted from the federal and state governments, Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, PA Department of Health, as well as information from local agencies, including local hospitals, pharmacies, and health care facilities.

Currently the Federal Government is responsible to secure sources, produce and release the vaccine. States are notified when and how many doses they will be receiving. It is up to each state to identify the intended shipment locations for their allocation. Pennsylvania has been receiving 143,000 doses per week with 32% to Long Term Care Facilities, 19% to Hospitals/Health Care, 49% to pharmacies, federal retail companies, and residential care.

Currently, the Department of Health has three registered vaccination sites within McKean County. Identified sites are at Bradford Regional Medical Center, UPMC-Kane (Kane Hospital) and Port Pharmacy in Port Allegany. The DOH website shows updated vaccine availability at each location. The DOH site indicates that 1,352 people in McKean County are partially vaccinated, with the first of the two doses administered, and 251 are fully vaccinated, with both doses.

McKean County has secured and prepared for a Point of Distribution (POD) at the former St. Bernard’s School on West Washington Street in Bradford, should they be directed to participate in a Mass Vaccination Clinic (MCV). This location is currently being used for a Covid-19 testing site as administered by AMI through PADOH. This testing site will be in operation through January 24 from 9 AM to 6 PM.

The federal government has issued Phases of rollout for vaccine eligibility. The timing of the transition from one phase to the next is not known by local providers. The Pennsylvania Department of Health announced on January 19, two additional categories of individuals who are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination as part of Phase 1A. All individuals 65 and older, and individuals ages 16-64 with certain medical conditions, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), that increase the risk of severe illness from the virus, are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination.

If you are part of a group that is eligible for vaccination, you can use the Pennsylvania Vaccine Provider Map ( https://www.pa.gov/guides/get-vaccinated/ ) to find a place to register to be scheduled for a vaccination. Contact the vaccine provider of your choice directly to request an appointment. This map will be updated as more locations are registered and as vaccine is received. Although a provider may have received vaccine, there is no guarantee that they have open appointments as supply is still very limited. Check back frequently as the map will be updated multiple times per week.

The Department of Emergency Services will deploy the operation of the POD in Bradford, should a shipment of vaccine be made available for the county to administer. At this time, DES needs volunteers, both clinical and non-clinical, to assist with staffing, should that site need to be opened. Healthcare workers who are licensed in PA and able to give vaccines and adults who are able to assist with registration and other needs of the clinic are asked to register at ServPA. (www.serv.pa.gov)

McKean County Commissioners are also asking for cooperation from the public as the vaccine rollout progresses. The public is encouraged to stay well-informed, follow the established protocol to vaccinate our most vulnerable populations first, and to practice patience, particularly with the vaccine providers and healthcare workers, throughout this rapidly changing process. Up to date information can be found on the Department of Health website or locally on the Dept of Emergency Services Facebook page. (https://www.facebook.com/McKean911/)

Mount Jewett Dispatched To Crash on Route 6 Near Roadside Rest

At 6:50 AM on Saturday, Hamlin Township and Mt. Jewett were dispatched. RECALLED BY CHIEF 20.

Port Allegany dispatched to crash on Route 155

McKean County Redevelopment Authority Is Hiring A Full Time Assistant Property Manager

Sharon TWP. Is Taking Bids For A 2010 - F350 with Fisher Plow and Saltdogg Salt/Sand Spreader

The Court of Common Pleas of the 59th Judicial District of Pennsylvania is seeking a Chief Probation Officer of the Cameron County Probation and Parole Office.

Aveanna Is Hiring RNs, LPNs, CNAs, And DCWs

Morgan Advanced materials Is Hiring Machine Operators

Rick's Auto In Port Allegany Is Looking For A Mechanic

Truck-Lite Is Hiring Full Time Assemblers

$95 DOT/CDL physicals at Kio Chiropractic in Smethport, PA.

Help Protect Clara Township Residents By Requesting a Public Hearing On Toxic Waste Disposal Well; Deadline January 25th

EPA requests public comment on its findings that the proposed injection activity under the draft permit is unlikely to pose a risk to underground sources of drinking water. Please email public comments on the draft UIC permit to the attention of:

Kevin Rowsey
Source Water & UIC Section
U.S. EPA Region 3
Email: rowsey.kevin@epa.gov
Phone: 215-814-5463

Comments must be received by February 1, 2021.

Requests to hold a public hearing must be received via email or telephone by EPA by January 25, 2021. When requesting a public hearing, please state the nature of the issues you propose to raise.

EPA expressly reserves the right to cancel this hearing unless a significant degree of public interest is evidenced by January 25, 2021
Notice of Public Comment Period of Draft Permit

Applicant or Respondent

Roulette Oil & Gas Company, LLC
1140 Route 44 South
Shinglehouse, Pennsylvania 16748
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Related Documents
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•   Public Notice: Draft UIC Permit for Roulette Oil & Gas Company, LLC (PDF)(18 pp, 1 MB)
•   PAS2D050BPOT Draft Statement of Basis (PDF)(5 pp, 221 K, December 31, 2020)
A document that gives specifics on the proposed injection activity and the reasoning why EPA believes that the proposed activity doesn’t pose a risk to Underground Sources of Drinking Water (USDWs).
•   PAS2D050BPOT Public Notice (PDF)(1 pg, 101 K, December 31, 2020)
•   Administrative Record Index (PDF)(1 pg, 95 K, December 15, 2020)
A list of all resources that were accessed to help EPA come to a final permit decision. - Permit Renewal Application
•   Permit Application (PDF)(64 pp, 8 MB, October 26, 2020)
Permit Application submitted to EPA in September 2020 for authorization for the construction and operation of one Class IID injection well, Clara Field #20

Friday, January 22, 2021

Coldersport Ambulance to Cole Manor

At 6:05 PM on Friday, Coudersport Ambulance has been dispatched to Cole Manor for a man fallen.

Bradford City Police Make Arrests

Foster Township Responded To Multiple Incidents on Friday

Wellsboro Dispatched For 2 Vehicle Crash on Rt. 6

At 5:48 PM on Friday, Wellsboro Fire & EMS dispatched to a 2 vehicle crash with unknown injuries near 9893 Route 6 in Delmar Township. Use caution as roadway is partially blocked.

Snowy Roads Make For Busy Morning For Derrick City Fire Department

PA State Police Cancel Troop C Camp Programs

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH ADOPTS DIGITAL TOOLKIT DEVELOPED BY BRADFORD CAMPUS

BRADFORD, Pa. -- A tool developed by two members of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford community to help students navigate online classes has been made available to all Pitt students and faculty members through the university’s Center for Teaching and Learning.

The online student toolkit is a two-hour online class that teaches students how to use software critical for the university’s Flex@Pitt education model, which allows students to attend class either online or in person during the pandemic.

Dr. Emily Williams, vice president and dean of academic affairs at Pitt-Bradford, and Bernie Picklo, academic technology integrator, conceived of the toolkit as a way to prepare students to use the technologies required for them to succeed in their academics. During the coronavirus pandemic, more students have attended classes online, making the toolkit especially useful.

To encourage students to use the course, Williams offered a drawing for a Chromebook laptop computer for the first 50 students who completed it.

Some faculty assigned the toolkit course, which was created by Picklo. Students received a digital certificate upon completion that they could share with faculty who had assigned it.

Students who took the class also participated in a survey rating its effectiveness. Of those surveyed, nearly three-quarters said that the course provided guidance on how to become competent at using educational technologies and more than half agreed that the course developed their abilities in that area.

After taking the class, more than half of those surveyed said they were extremely comfortable with using the technologies required to be a good student, and nearly all students said they learned something from the class.

One respondent wrote, “Honestly, one of this course’s strengths was showing me how little I actually knew about these sites.”

Now students on all five Pitt campuses can use the toolkit.

“I am so excited about all Pitt students having access to the Pitt-Bradford and Pitt-Titusville Canvas and Technology Toolkit,” Williams said.

“I am glad that the Center for Teaching and Learning in Pittsburgh is able to take our summer-long and intensive work on this toolkit and effectively adapt it for student use at all the Pitt campuses. The Pitt-Bradford Academic Affairs staff will continue to use vision and innovation to support our students at Pitt-Bradford and Pitt-Titusville.”

Gerald H. “Fuzzy” Lenze, 90, of 737 Washington Street, St. Marys, PA.

Gerald H. “Fuzzy” Lenze, 90, of 737 Washington Street, St. Marys, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021, at Penn Highlands DuBois, after a brief illness.

He was born November 2, 1930, in Kersey, son of the late Herman and Catherine Gahr Lenze. Fuzzy was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1948. He was a retired employee of Pure Carbon, retiring in 1992 after 34 years of service.

On July 16, 1955, in the Sacred Heart Church, Fuzzy married Dorothy M. Hnath, who preceded him in death on March 6, 2016.

He is survived by four daughters: Geraldine Geer and her husband Bert of St. Marys; Mary Kay Lenze of St. Marys; Patricia Aaron of Brandy Camp; and Jacqueline Rooker and her husband Jack of Kersey; his son, Herman Lenze of St. Marys; eight grandchildren: Jennifer Mazza, Alex Geer (Nate Freeman), Matthew (Tiera) Geer, Jacob Geer, Sara (Rob) Bennett, Adam (Sheena) Aaron, Lucas Lenze (Morgan Lower), and Jared Lenze; five great-grandchildren: Bella Robertson, Mitchell Bennett, Zeta Aaron, Gracen Bennett, and Mary “Rosie” Aaron; by two sisters: Beverly Lenze and Mary “Mazie” Feldbauer, both of St. Marys; and by a sister-in-law, Irene Hnath of St. Marys.

In addition to his wife and parents, Fuzzy was preceded in death by a brother, Herbert Lenze.

Korean War Veteran

Fuzzy was a member of the Sacred Heart Church and was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, serving our country in the Korean War. He was a member of the PFL, the American Legion, the St. Marys Beagle Club, the VFW, and was a former member of the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church on Monday, January 25, 2021, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Michael Gabler, OSB, Pastor, officiating. Full military rites will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation is at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Monday morning, from 9:30 until 10:30 AM.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail at 168 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.

Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.

Allegany County Reports 21 New Covid-19 Cases Friday

Covid Testing Saturday & Sunday at Former St. Bernatd School in Bradford

Juniata Valley Bank Donates To Coudersport Fire Department

This photo shows Kelly Bruno, Community Office Manager & NT Electronic Banking Coordinator of The Juniata Valley Bank, recently presenting a donation check to the Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department. The donation is accepted by Dana Stevens (right) of the Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department.

Kane Office Closed Until Further Notice, Causer Says

KANE – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) announced today his Kane district office, located at 55 Fraley St., will be closed until further notice.

Constituents in need of assistance may still call the Kane office at 814-837-0880. Calls will automatically forward to the office in Bradford.

Help is also available online at www.RepCauser.com.