Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!!

March 2nd is Dr. Seuss's birthday.  If you have children, or are a teacher to children, you know this. 
 I wanted to share a few of my favorite edibles for the day, since many classrooms celebrate...

A nilla wafer in the middle of a bunch of melted green chocolate.  Clever, huh??

Marshmallows on a stick, and red edible markers.  LOVE!!

I'd use green chocolate here for Green Eggs and Ham, but you get the idea!!

And this one is simply over the TOP!!
You can find a ton more here, along with links to the above creations on my Pinterest Board, "Dr. Seuss Stuff I love."  Yes, I have a whole board dedicated to my love of Seuss.  :)

Enjoy your day!!

Struts & Shock Sale At Gustin's Truck & Auto Service In Roulette

Professional Grade Echo Equipment At BG's Engine Clinic

67 Year Old Man From Norwich, PA Killed

Murder In Norwich, PA
Internet headlines about the assault and death of a 67 year old retired conductor in Norwich, PA caught the attention of several of our readers who inquired why there had been no local reports.

After some intensive searching on the internet, we finally found the story behind the headline. The killing somehow got tagged with Norwich, PA, however, it occurred in Norwich, England and here is a report of the story. Don't know how it got tagged in Breaking News all over the internet as happening in Norwich, PA, but here it is:

Woman arrested in connection with murder of former Norwich bus conductor Barry Reeve Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Norwich Evening News

A 31-year-old woman from Norwich has this evening (Wednesday) been arrested on suspicion of murdering a retired bus conductor found dead on Sunday.

The body of Barry Reeve, who was 67 and known as Titch, was discovered at a property at Clyffe Cottages, Corton Road, in the Lakenham area of Norwich.

This evening police issued a statement saying a woman had been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the death. More...

First story with video--

Gasland's Josh Fox on Dimock, Fracking, and His Arrest

Uploaded by rnntv on Feb 14, 2012

It's been two weeks since Josh Fox's arrest on Captiol Hill, when he tried to film a subcommittee hearing on hydrofracking. The footage was supposed to be part of Fox's new film, Gasland II. The hearing was lead by Andy Harris of Maryland, a Republican and vocal proponent of fracking. It's been reported that Harris denied Fox's film request and ordered the arrest.
We talked to Josh about his arrest, his new film and his experience in Dimock.

Elk Co. 8 Called To Scene of MVA On Rt. 66

PUBLIC SERVICE--AT MVA
Address: 4911 ROUTE 66
City: HIGHLAND
Cross Streets: OLD LAMONT RD * LAMONT RD
AT SCENE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT--TRAFFIC CONTROL; TRACTOR-TRAILER BLOCKING ROADWAY
Agency: ELK COMPANY 8 FD
2/29/2012 9:38:16 PM

Rep. Causer Pushed For More Opportunities To Ride ATV's On State Forest Land

Causer Questions DCNR About ATVs
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources took its turn in front of the House Appropriations Committee this morning, and State Representative Marty Causer asked why the agency has not moved to increase the number of publicly accessible ATV trails in Pennsylvania’s state forests.

"We pay ATV registration fees and yet we have limited opportunities in our area to ride those ATVs on legitimate legal trails," Causer said after the hearing. "And we all know that we have very significant amounts of state forest land; and if we’re going to have the state forest land, if we’re going to pay these ATV registration fees; we should have opportunities to ride those ATVs."

Causer added that increased opportunities to ride ATVs on state forest trails would reduce problems caused by ATV riders trespassing on private land.

He said he also wants to know how much money in the ATV fund and what it’s being used for.

Posted by Anne Holliday at 1490 NewsBlog

Marie C. Pellam, 93, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, formerly of Rich Valley Rd.,

Marie C. Pellam, 93, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, formerly of Rich Valley Rd., died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys on (Wednesday, February 29, 2012) morning.

She was born November 24, 1918 in Emporium, a daughter of the late Raymond M. and Mary Hout Housler.

She married the late Barnard L. Pellam, Sr.

Mrs. had been a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Emporium Chapter #101 where she had served as a Worth Past Matron. She had worked at the former Market Basket for several years and years ago had worked at Sylvania.

Surviving
Son: James E. Pellam and his wife Barb, Emporium
Daughter: Nancy M. Yeager and her husband Marty, Rochester, NY
Son: Fred Pellam and his wife Bonnie, Rome, NY
14 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren
Sister: Helen Erskine, Emporium
Sister: Dorothy Wood, West Chester, PA

Preceded in Death By
Parents: Raymond M. and Mary Hout Housler
Husband: Barnard L. Pellam, Sr.
2 Sons: Bernard Pellam, Jr. and Gary Pellam
Brother: Raymond C. Housler

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM.
Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium on Monday, (March 5, 2012) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Gary Atkinson, Pastor, First United Methodist Church, officiating.

Burial will be in the Rich Valley Cemetery, Emporium.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of the donors choice.

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Ruth G. Laughlin, 102, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA

Ruth G. Laughlin, 102, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, formerly of 21 W. Second Street died at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 morning.

She was born January 7, 1910 in Kersey a daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Eckert Emmert.

She was married to the late Earl Laughlin.
Mrs. Laughlin Graduated from the former Kersey High School. She retired from Sylvania where she worked for many years. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church in Emporium. She resided a few years at the Grove House before moving to Guy and Mary Felt Manor where she lived for several years.

Surviving
Son: James Laughlin and his wife Mary, Emporium
Daughter: Joan, Mrs. Eugene Kinley, Emporium
7 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren
Sister: Adeline Knight, St. Marys

Preceded in Death By
Parents: Charles and Elizabeth Eckert Emmert
Husband: Earl Laughlin who died in 1965
2 Sisters: Lillian Koch and Mary Hannibal
4 Brothers: Tom, Carl, Leo & Joe Emmert

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, Inc., on Thursday from 4 to 7 PM, where a Vigil Service will be held at 6:45 PM.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Friday (March 2, 2012) at 2:30 PM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, as Celebrant.
Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetey

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Guy & Mary Felt Manor, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834 or to The Grove House, 436 Old West Creek Rd., Emporium, PA 15834

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Victoria A. “Vicky” Leo, 69, of 173 Interstate Parkway, Bradford, PA

Victoria A. “Vicky” Leo, 69, of 173 Interstate Parkway, Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at the Pavilion at BRMC.

She was born on December 18, 1942 in Bradford, a daughter of the late Joseph Sr. and Rena Fiori Leo.

She was a 1960 graduate of the St. Bernard School.

She was employed by the former Bell Atlantic phone company for 33 years; retiring as a Business Account Representative.

She was a member of the St. Bernard Catholic Church, the La Stella Lodge Ladies Auxiliary, Verizon Pioneers Bradford chapter; where she was a former Vice president, Fraternal Order of Eagles #2432, Bradford. She loved to travel; she had been all over the country and to numerous countries in Europe, she was especially fond of visiting the ocean wherever she happened to travel to. She enjoyed skiing at Holiday Valley, Ellicottville, NY; where she had her own condo. She served on the St. Bernard School class of 1960 reunion committee. She was known to break out in song spontaneously; which she credited to her Italian heritage. She was a staunch supporter of the SPCA and loved her two cats, Simon and Fenwick, dearly.

She is survived by one brother, Joseph Leo, Jr., Bradford, one sister, Jo Mary (Jack) Scott, Lockport, NY, two nephews, Joe Leo, III, Bradford, Kiley (Melissa) Scott, Charlotte, NC, one niece, Shannon (Steven) Abbott, Lockport, NY and two twin great nieces, Ellie and Maddie Abbott, both of Lockport, NY.

At her request there will be no visitation. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at the St. Bernard Catholic Church, with the Rev. Raymond Gramata as celebrant.

Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her memory can be made to the American Cancer Society, 95 Main St., Bradford, the McKean County SPCA, P.O. Box 113, Bradford, or the Foundation Fighting Blindness, P.O. Box 17279, Baltimore, MD 21297-0495 or by phone at 1-800-683-5555.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

Coudersport Ambulance To Baker Creek Road

At 5:12 pm on Wednesday, Coudersport Ambulance & Medic 6 have been dispatched to Baker Creek Road in Hebron Township for a medical emergency.

PFBC Executive Director Presents Annual Report to House Committee

PFBC Executive Director Presents Annual Report to House Committee Urges Legislators to Support Various Bills

HARRISBURG, Pa – Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) Executive Director John Arway formally presented the agency’s 2011 Annual Report to the House Game and Fisheries Committee today. In his remarks, Mr. Arway reiterated that one of the agency’s top goals in its five-year strategic plan is to identify alternative funding sources in order to sustain the agency.

“My hope is that we can work together to find supplemental funding so we can eventually lower the cost of a general fishing license,” he said. “This will get more people fishing, which will also add revenue to the Commonwealth’s General Fund.”

Mr. Arway urged the General Assembly to support several pending pieces of legislation, including Senate Bill 1049, which would provide the PFBC with the flexibility to creatively market the fishing and boating experience.

“This bipartisan legislation is critical for the agency’s survival,” he said. “It takes the innovative approach of allowing us to sell multi-year fishing licenses and experiment with creative marketing packages.” Mr. Arway said the legislation could benefit the agency by ensuring greater revenue stability and predictability.

Mr. Arway also thanked legislators and Gov. Corbett for passing Marcellus shale impact fee legislation, which allocates $1 million annual to the PFBC for efforts related to permit reviews.

While securing the PFBC’s financial future is a top priority, Mr. Arway said that the agency remains committed to fulfilling other strategic goals, including protecting and conserving aquatic resources and habitats.

Last October, for example, the PFBC joined Trout Unlimited, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and other partners in celebrating improvements to the West Branch Susquehanna River and its many tributaries. The overall health of the watershed has improved greatly as compared to 25 years ago.

Also last year, the PFBC added nearly 100 new waters to the state’s list of wild trout streams, raising the total number of documented waterways which support naturally reproducing populations of trout to more than 3,500. The changes resulted from recent stream surveys undertaken as part of the Unassessed Waters Initiative, a collaborative effort among the PFBC, local colleges and universities, and conservation groups.

“The wild trout stream designation has regulatory significance because wetlands that are located in or along the floodplain of the reach of a wild trout stream are considered exceptional value wetlands by DEP and are entitled to the highest level of protection,” Mr. Arway said. “Additionally, our Class A Wild Trout Streams – the best of our best – are protected by DEP as High Quality-Coldwater Fisheries.”

During his remarks, Mr. Arway asked committee members to sign on as co-sponsors on a proposed bill that would create a new category of offenses within the Fish and Boat Code for serious poaching violations. The proposed bill would also increase the duration for which the PFBC’s board of commissioners would be permitted to revoke an individual’s fishing or boating privileges.

Mr. Arway also provided legislators with updates on the list of high-hazard, unsafe dams across the Commonwealth and with recent changes to annual stocking schedules.

In closing his testimony, Mr. Arway welcomed the new class of waterways conservation officers and thanked legislators for their support of House Bill 1417, which increases the penalty for assaulting an officer.

“These men and women face potentially dangerous situations every day and they deserve the best protection we can provide,” he said.

The PFBC 2011 Annual Report can be found on the agency’s website at: http://fishandboat.com/promo/annualreport/2011ann_rpt.pdf.

The mission of the Fish and Boat Commission is to protect, conserve, and enhance the Commonwealth’s aquatic resources and provide fishing and boating opportunities. For more information about fishing and boating in Pennsylvania, please visit our website at www.fishandboat.com.

Landen Thadius Shepard, infant son of Branden and Shelby Green Shepard

Austin – Landen Thadius Shepard, infant son of Branden and Shelby Green Shepard, was still born on Tuesday (February 28, 2012) in the Charles Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport.

In addition to his parents he is survived by

One sister: Breanna Shepard of Austin, PA

Maternal Grand Parents: James E. and Dianne Green of Port Allegany, PA

Maternal Great Grandmother: Donna Blose of Port Allegany, PA

Maternal Great Grand Parents: Leon and Karen Green of Port Allegany, PA

Paternal Grandmother: Jackie Shepard of Austin, PA

Paternal Great Grandmother, Anita Owens of Austin, PA.

Several aunts and uncles

He was preceded in death by Robert Redmond and Gene “Weiner” Owens both Great Grandfathers

Funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family

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

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

Judy Flynn, CRNP, to be Primary Care Provider at Mount Jewett Health Center

Judy Flynn, CRNP, to be Primary Care
Provider at Mount Jewett Health Center

Bradford Regional Medical Center has announced that Family Nurse Practioner Judy Flynn, CRNP, will be the primary care provider for the hospital’s newly constructed Mt. Jewett Health Center located at 122 West Main Street in Mount Jewett, PA.

Flynn obtained her Master’s Degree as a Family Nurse Practioner from the State University of New York at Buffalo and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Flynn is an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor and serves on the Disaster Medical Assistance Team PA-3, a branch of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Family Nurse Practitioners provide comprehensive primary medical care to patients of all ages. “As a very experienced family nurse practitioner, Judy Flynn is able to provide area patients with exemplary care. She is a very caring individual and a wonderful clinician and we are indeed fortunate to have her as part of our staff at BRMC”, said Timothy J. Finan, President and CEO of Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Opening March 5, 2012, the Mount Jewett Health Center accepts all major insurances including Medicaid and Medicare, and is now accepting patients. To make a primary care appointment, call 814-975-1188. In addition to primary care services, the Mt. Jewett Health Center will offer dental services, as well as obstetrics and gynecology services. Dr. Dongwuk Cha, DDS was named to lead the dental program at Mount Jewett Health Center in early February. Joining Dr. Cha will be Brittany Elton, Registered Dental Hygienist; and Dental Assistants Jordan Ahearn, Laura Stickle, and Sarah Barr. To make a dental appointment, call 814-975-1195.

Posted by Anne Holliday @ 1490 Newsblog

Weedville Woman Jailed For Pointing Gun

Woman Jailed for Alleged Gun Threat

A Weedville woman is in jail after allegedly pointing a gun at a man during an argument over the weekend.

Police say 44-year-old Annette Shutters pointed the gun at 64-year-old Simon Shutters and threatened him.

Annette Shutters was charged with terroistic threats and sent to Elk County Prison.

Posted by Anne Holliday

Benefit For Maranda Coyle At Shinglehouse Fire Hall On Sunday, March 11

Leap Year Day ~ Feb. 29th

We all know that there are 365 days in a year, but, in actuality, it takes the earth approximately 365 days, 5 hours, 48 minutes, and 46 seconds to make one trip around the sun. So, to keep our calendar system on track with nature we must add an extra day every four years to the calendar. We call that a Leap Year.

Leap years occur every 4 years. Well, almost. It's a little confusing, but if you go to timeanddate.com, they'll tell you all about that. 

Here's a fun explanation about why we need a Leap Year from The Veggie Tales.



Leap Year Freebies
All around the U.S., restaurants and businesses are offering Leap Year Day freebies and deals. Here are a few that you may want to take advantage of today.

• Einstein Bros. Bagels - Buy one lunch sandwich and get another one for free. Go to their Facebook page, click on "Get Offer" and a coupon will be sent to your email inbox. Apparently, you must download the coupon today, but the coupon is good until March 4, 2012.
• Subway - You receive a free cookie today with any purchase from Subway. No coupon necessary. 
• McDonald's - Some McDonald's locations are offering a free cup of coffee all day today. Check your local McDonald's for participation.
• Buca Di Beppo - Offering a family meal deal for 4, with coupon.
• Disneyland and Disney World Magic Kingdom - Staying open for 24 hrs. straight on Feb. 29, 2012.

Galeton Weather Report February 2012

The month of February continued the trend this winter to be mild and relatively light on the snow side.

We enjoyed several sunny 50 degree days. A few mornings were colder, but not severe, although I did hear some complain about "the cold".

We received 1.37" of rain and melted snow. Last year we received 4.74". This February we received 7.5" of snow and last year 31.3".

We had only 4 days with 1" of snow or more on the ground. The greatest snow depth was 2" on the 25th. We recorded fog on four mornings and glaze on one morning.

Henry W. Lush NWS Observer

Memorial Service Saturday For Peggy J. Wood Of Shinglehouse

Peggy J. Wood
“memorial service slated”

SHINGLEHOUSE, PA---A memorial service for Peggy J. Wood, of Shinglehouse, will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2012, in the Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department Hall, 121 South Puritan Street, Shinglehouse. The Rev. Clint Pearsall, pastor of Faith Bible Church, Little Genesee, NY, will officiate. A luncheon will follow the memorial. Family and friends are invited to attend.

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

Route 14 closed at crash scene in Gillett, Bradford County

Travel Advisory
Route 14 closed at crash scene in Gillett, Bradford County

Route 14 is closed at the scene of a jack-knifed tractor trailer in the Village of Gillett in northwestern Bradford County.

Fire police are on the scene and directing traffic around the crash site.

Emergency responders anticipate being able to reopen Route 14 by late afternoon.

Genesee Reds Baseball sign-ups

Genesee Reds Baseball sign-ups

March 3rd 10am to noon
March 7th 6pm to 8pm
@ Genesee fire hall
Ages are: Pee Wee- 4 to 6
Minor- 7 to 12
Major- 7 to 12

Price is $25 single, $40 for two and $50 for three or more.

Canoe Place Historical Society to Meet March 7

Canoe Place Historical Society to Meet March 7

The March meeting of the Canoe Place Historical Society will feature a show and tell time. The group will meet at 7 p.m. March 7, at the Senior Center.

Members and guests are invited to bring one or more items of historical interest, to discuss. The group’s meetings are open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Citizens & Northern Bank Donated $500 To The Oswayo Valley School District

Citizens & Northern Bank Donated $500 To The Oswayo Valley School District

COUDERSPORT, PA – Citizens & Northern Bank has donated $500 to the Oswayo Valley School District to help fund a student field trip to Pittsburgh.

Fourth and fifth grade students from the Oswayo Valley Elementary School will sing the National Anthem at the May 9th Pittsburgh Pirates game. The Pirates will take on the Washington Nationals at the PNC Stadium. The students will be led by Beth Lewis, music teacher at the school.

“This is an exciting venture for these young students and we’re pleased to be able to help them with their expenses,” said Justin Krellner, Far West Regional Manager of the C&N Trust and Financial Management Group.

Photo:Justin Krellner of the C&N Trust and Financial Management Group, right, presents the check to, from left, Donny Norton, Oswayo Valley fourth grade teacher; Beth Lewis, music teacher and Shelly Rees, fifth grade teacher.

PCEC Classes Offered Introduction To Welding (30 hrs)

Introduction to Welding (30 Hours)

This hands-on course will provide you with an introduction to welding including Stick, TIG, and MIG Welding, and cutting using Oxy Acetylene and Plasma Cutters. You will also learn about the basics and importance of welding safety, welding terms and definitions, and common welding defects and how to avoid them.

This course is taught by Mike Williams and is being held on Mondays, March 20 to April 19, 2012 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at PCEC’s Port Allegany location. The cost is $400 per person. To register, call 814-545-1333 or go to www.pottercountyedcouncil.org .

Families Dealing with Autism Eligible for State Grants, Says Causer

Families Dealing with Autism Eligible for State Grants, Says Causer

HARRISBURG – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) today announced the availability of mini-grants to support children and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and families that include an individual with an ASD.

The grants are provided by the Bureau of Autism Services within the Department of Public Welfare (DPW). The maximum mini-grant is $500, and can be used for the following services anytime between March 1 and Aug. 31 for grant applicants of any age:

• Respite care
• Summer camp programs
• Autism or advocacy related conferences, workshops or training opportunities
• Recreational or community programs
• Safety modifications or adaptations for home and/or community integration

For applicants age 18 and older, grants can be used to help pay for college-level coursework, personal job coaching, and public transportation to support group meetings or organized social activities.

Applicants must be Pennsylvania residents, have an ASD or have a family member with an ASD, and must not be currently receiving or previously received or enrolled in any family support services for the past 12 months.

Applications must be submitted by mail by April 15.

Grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, and awardees will be notified by mail beginning in mid-May through the end of June. For additional information on the mini-grant program or for an application, visit RepCauser.com.

State Representative Martin Causer
67th District, Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Media Contact: Patricia Hippler
phippler@pahousegop.com
717.772.9846

Possible Electrical Fire In Ceiling In St. Marys

STRUCTURE FIRE-COMM-INDUST
Address: 106 N MICHAEL ST
City: ST_MARYS
Cross Streets: N SAINT MARYS ST * MAURUS ST
POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL FIRE IN CELIING ON 2ND FLOOR
Agency: ST MARYS AMB; ELK CO. 1
2/29/2012 12:08:23 PM

Shinglehouse Ambulance To Pierce Hill Road In Oswayo Township

At 10:51 am on Wednesday, Shinglehouse Ambulance has been dispatched to Pierce Hill Road in Oswayo Township for a woman ill.

One Vehicle Crash with entrapment On West Eldred Road

One Vehicle Crash with entrapment
At 10:34 am on Wednesday, Eldred Township Fire Rescue, Eldred Boro Ambulance, Port Allegany Ambulance and Medic 16 have been dispatched to the area of 1513 West Eldred Road, near Fowler Brook Road, for a one vehicle crash.

3 possible patients. One entrapped in vehicle. Medic 1 dispatched.

Eldred Boro Fire Police dispatched to assist with traffic control.

MVA On Rt. 15 Near Rt. 49 Exit

2/29/2012

10:09 AM

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

ROUTE 15

LAWRENCE TWP

Lawrenceville Fire Dept. dispatched for traffic control in southbound lane of Rt. 15 near the Rt. 49 exit. Now reporting one injury.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 29 at 10: 07AM EST until February 29 at 1:00PM EST by NWS

Winter Weather Advisory
Statement as of 10:07 AM EST on February 29, 2012

... Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 1 PM EST this
afternoon...

* locations... the north central and northeast mountains.

* Hazard types... snow... sleet and freezing rain.

* Accumulations... up to 1 inch of snow and a very thin glaze of
ice possible.

* Timing... the mixed precipitation will turn to plain rain by
early this afternoon as temperatures slowly warm into the mid
30s.

* Impacts... a light accumulation of snow and ice on area sidewalks
and untreated roadways... which would make it slippery.

* Winds... southeast 5 to 10 mph.

* Temperatures... warming into the mid 30s.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow... sleet... or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while
driving.

Motorists should be especially cautious on bridges and
overpasses... where slippery spots develop first. Stay tuned to
NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information
for the latest updates. Additional details can also be found at...
weather.Gov/statecollege.

Blood Drive Thursday At Gunzburger Building in Coudersport

The 4-H Program of Potter County will hold its annual Super Saturday Event

Super Saturday March 3th Registration Due By March 2nd

The 4-H Program of Potter County will hold its annual Super Saturday Event this Saturday, March 3 at the Coudersport Alliance Church. Super Saturday is open to all current 4-H members, families, leaders, and anyone who is interested in learning more about the 4-H program.

The following learning workshops will be offered from 10 am to 1pm.

Track One Track Two

10AM-11AM Good Production Practices for Small Animals Manure Management Plan for All Farms
11AM- Noon GPP for Livestock, Dairy Rabbit 101
Noon-1PM GPP for Horse Preparing Your Club for Block & Bridle Judging at PSU
GPP: Good Production Practices

All 4-H horse, livestock, dairy and small animal members must take the Good Production Practice (GPP) training each year by July 1 to be eligible to show or sell a 4-H project. This is a state rule. Join us to review good ethical handling and feed management for all your animals – 4-H projects and others.

Manure Management Plan

Carol Riedmiller, Resource Conservationist for the McKean County Conservation District, will be presenting information on the new regulations on Manure Management. The revised DEP Manure Management Manual released in October 2011 requires every farm in Pennsylvania that produces or applies manure to develop and implement a written Manure Management Plan (MMP). In the past emphasis was on larger operations with the new regulations smaller operations are now included. Topics will include the revised Manure Management Manual, Chapter 102 (Erosion and Sediment Control) updates, and using PAOneStop for your Manure Management Plan.

Rabbit 101

Are you interested in the 4-H rabbit project but didn’t know where to begin? Join us for an introductory session on rabbits, selecting your animal, rabbit breeds, and tips for showing.

Preparing for Block & Bridle

Our ongoing goal is to have each 4-H club participate in at least one out-of-county activity per year. The more involved you are in 4-H, the more fun you will have. Going to Penn State for the annual Block & Bridle judging event is one of those fun and educational opportunities. Learn how to prepare and what you can learn by attending the Block & Bridle events.

Please contact the Extension Office to register by either calling 274-8540 or emailing srg22@psu.edu. Registrations are due by Friday, March 2nd.

Wrestling pairings for the Northwest Region Class AA tournament

Pairings for Class AA Northwest Regional at Sharon

Erie Times-News

Wrestling pairings for the Northwest Region Class AA tournament Friday and Saturday at Sharon High School. Wrestlers are listed by district rank, name, grade, school and record. The top three in each division will advance to the PIAA AA tournament, scheduled March 8-10 at the Giant Center in Hershey:
Championship bracket
First round
Click to see listings:

Vehicle Over Embankment On 11 Mile Road

2/29/2012

9:18 AM

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

1310 ELEVEN MILE RD

OSWAYO TWP

One vehicle reported over the embankment about 4 miles up 11 Mile. Driver self-extricated at 1310 11 Mile. Reporting a possible head injury. Shinglehouse Fire & Ambulance responding. Medic 6 responding.

One car crash On Rt. 44

2/29/2012

9:09 AM

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

2441 STATE ROUTE 44

SHARON TWP

Shinglehouse Fire & Ambulance called to this crash near Gas Field Specialists. Report no injuries. Units diverted to 11 Mile crash along with Medic 6 who reports terrible road conditions.

Rollover Crash On Denton Hill

2/29/2012

9:05 AM

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

ROUTE 6

SWEDEN

Sweden Township Police report no injuries. Rollover crash. West side of Denton Hill.

Deplorable road conditions. Use extreme caution!

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 29 at 3: 53AM EST until February 29 at 1:00PM EST by NWS

... Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 1 PM EST this afternoon...

* locations... the north central and northeast mountains.

* Hazard types... snow... sleet and freezing rain.

* Accumulations... up to 1 inch of snow... mainly over the Endless
Mountains north of Williamsport. Ice accumulations around one
tenth of an inch.

* Impacts... a light accumulation of snow and ice on area sidewalks
and untreated roadways.

* Winds... southeast 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.

* Temperatures... in the lower 30s.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow... sleet... or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while
driving.

Motorists should be especially cautious on bridges and
overpasses... where slippery spots develop first. Stay tuned to
NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information
for the latest updates. Additional details can also be found at...
weather.Gov/statecollege.

Kathleen's Vintage Gifts Open 10 to 5 Daily--Closed Tuesday & Sunday

Project Life Week 7

Week 7 for my Project Life was a birthday week for our youngest...

(Protector Designs E & F)

Here is a close-up of the left page...

I wanted to focus a whole week on just him.  I took a few pictures of him in his kindergarten classroom.  One with his favorite things--my iPhone, playing basketball, going to a Cavs Game, 100 days of school, his siblings, the dog--usual stuff.  I also took a few tags off his clothing and saved them as memorabilia (the Superman tag was one.)  I knew I'd score cool things during his birthday week...

I used a few printables, a few elements from the BH kit, October Afternoon alphas, and stamps this week.  And since it was also Valentine's week, and our daughter's yearly performance at a Cav's halftime show, I had to include that.  So...

I used a 6x12 page protector and added all those extra pics.  Valentine's Day, his birthday afternoon lunch with me at Chuck E. Cheese...

And on the flip side...my daughter's performance at halftime, along with a collage of pics from the Cavs game (we're big fans in our house--basketball rules my life.  Seriously.)

I'm finding that I like the challenge of the weekly theme.  It isn't getting old yet.  In fact, just the opposite!  I look forward to doing more, and have even added a few ideas to my original list.  How are you doing so far??

Enjoy your day!!

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Reward Offered In Theft Of Tires & Chrome Wheels From Eldred Business

A reward is offered for information that leads to a recovery of 4 tires & chrome wheels and arrest of the actor(s), according to a news release from State Police at Kane.

Trooper Daniel J. Woods, said unknown actor(s) entered the parking lot at Andrews Auto Sales on Rt. 446, north of Eldred, PA between Feb. 25 th at 8:00 pm and Feb. 26 at 8:00 am, and cut a chain that was securing four Nitto Mud Grappler tires, size 38x18, that were mounted on 18 inch 8 bolt chrome wheels. They then removed the items and fled the scene undetected.

The tires & wheels are the property of Jody K. Spees of Kannapolis, NC.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PSP Kane at 814-778-5555.

Woman Killed In Crash Near Williamsport

Gas Well Service Company Makes Jobs In Lock Haven

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 28 at 10: 13PM EST until February 29 at 1:00PM EST by NWS

Winter Weather Advisory
Statement as of 10:13 PM EST on February 28, 2012

... Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 6 am to 1 PM EST Wednesday...

* locations... the northwest and north central mountains of
Pennsylvania.

* Hazard types... sleet and freezing rain along with minor snow
accumulations.

* Accumulations... less than one tenth of an inch of ice and up
to 1 inch of snow.

* Timing... 6am to early afternoon.

* Impacts... a light accumulation of snow... and or ice on area
sidewalks and roadways.

* Winds... southeast 5 to 15 mph... with gusts up to 30 mph across
the higher elevations.

* Temperatures... around 30.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow... sleet... or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while
driving.

Motorists should be especially cautious on bridges and
overpasses... where slippery spots develop first. Stay tuned to
NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information
for the latest updates. Additional details can also be found at...
weather.Gov/statecollege.

Derek J. Emerson, 26, of 115 Academy St. , Salamanca, NY

SALAMANCA - Derek J. Emerson, 26, of 115 Academy St. died Monday (Feb. 27, 2012) at his home.

Born Oct. 16, 1985 in Olean, he was the son of George and Alice Schriener Emerson of Little Valley, who survive.

He was employed as a laborer for Composite Product Solutions in Cattaraugus.

Mr. Emerson enjoyed four wheeling and loved animals, especially his three golden retrievers.

Surviving besides his parents are his fiancee, Amanda Rail, of Salamanca; a sister, Lori (Larry) Babcock, of Olean; a brother, Craig (Tammy) Emerson, of Port Allegany, Pa.; a nephew; and two nieces.

Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, (March 1, 2012) at the O'Rourke & O'Rourke Inc. Funeral Home, 25 River St., Salamanca, from 10 to 11 a.m., at which time funeral and committal services will be held. Father Patrick Melfi, pastor of Our Lady of Peace Parish, will officiate. Burial will be in Little Valley Rural Cemetery in Little Valley.

Wellsville motorcyclist who allegedly was going 140 mph nabbed

Wellsville motorcyclist who allegedly was going 140 mph nabbed

By Brian Quinn

Daily Reporter

WELLSVILLE —

The motorcyclist who allegedly fled from officers last week was arrested Sunday by Wellsville officers, four days after the incident.

Adam C. Satterlee, 33 of Wellsville, was charged at 9:33 a.m. with third-degree unlawfully fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle, reckless driving and operating out of class, and two counts of a passed red light, speed not reasonable and prudent and failure to stop at a stop sign.

On Wednesday, Satterlee was allegedly involved in a motorcycle pursuit that started in the town of Wellsville and continued through the village. More...

Port Man Facing Assault Charges

Port Man Facing Assault Charges

A Port Allegany man is facing assault charges after an incident Monday morning in Port Allegany. State Police say that 25 year-old Shane Easton allegedly whipped a woman to the floor and hit her in the head with a door. Easton was charged with assault and harassment and jailed on $5,000 bail.

Bfd Man Facing Assault Charges

Bfd Man Facing Assault Charges

An Bradford man was arrested after he kicked and punched a Bradford woman several times Sunday at his home.

Bradford City Police charged 33 year-old Joseph Henton with simple assault, harassment and reckless endangering another person. He was jailed on $15,000 bail. The woman had to be taken to BRMC for treatment of injuries.

Henton is also facing charges for stabbing two Pitt Bradford students back in October.

Linda J. Paar, 63, of 80 E. Main St., Mount Jewett, PA

MOUNT JEWETT - Linda J. Paar, 63, of 80 E. Main St., Mount Jewett, passed away Monday morning (Feb. 27, 2012) at Kane Community Hospital.

Born Nov. 12, 1948, in Kane, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence C. and Elaine Balon Greenawalt. On May 17, 1969, in Mount Jewett, she married Kordon J. Paar, who survives.

Mrs. Paar was employed as a secretary for Paar Transportation Services in Mount Jewett. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Also, she was an avid bingo player and loved her two cats and dog.

Surviving, in addition to her husband, are a son, Christopher Paar and his fiancée Sheri Easton, a brother, Robert (Carol) Mix, and a sister, Carol (Sherman) Keller, all of Mount Jewett. Seven nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Cummings Funeral Home Inc., where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. W. Craig Smith, pastor of the United Methodist Church, officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to the McKean County SPCA, Box 113, Bradford, PA 16701.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com

Dean L. Baldwin, 77, of Dugout Road, Smethport, formerly of Eldred, PA

SMETHPORT - Dean L. Baldwin, 77, of Dugout Road, formerly of Eldred, passed away Sunday (Feb. 26, 2012) at his home following a long illness.

He was born July 5, 1934, in Wellsville, N.Y., a son of the late Henry and Ruth Clausser Baldwin. On Sept. 17, 1961, in Elmira, N.Y., he married Anne Cummings of Shinglehouse, who survives.

Dean was a 1952 graduate of Bolivar (N.Y.) High School. He resided in Eldred until 2004 when they moved to Smethport.

Dean served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War, serving in Germany.

He then worked for Quaker State, which later became Petrowax Refinery in Farmers Valley for 34 years until his retirement in 1996. He spent many of those years as an operator in solvent extraction. He had also owned and operated Baldwin Aluminum Sales in Eldred for 10 years.

Dean was a member of the First Church of God in Eldred. He was a member and past president of the Eldred Lions Club, as well as a member of the Smethport Country Club and the Northern Star Masonic Lodge 555 F&A of Duke Center.

Dean enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, riding motorcycle, and doing projects around the house. He had taken motorcycle trips, along with Anne, to Florida, Branson, Miss. and out west to Yellowstone Park.

Surviving, besides his wife, are two sons, Dean Scott (Becky) Baldwin of Smethport and Todd C. (Buffie) Baldwin of Eldred; one daughter, Joni Diane Kase of Sebastian, Fla.; three grandsons, James Kase of Rochester, N.Y., Brock and Brett Baldwin of Eldred; and two granddaughters, Heather Ilardo and April Kase of Rochester.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Elouise Baldwin, formerly of Utah.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Frame Funeral Home in Eldred, where funeral and committal services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Jim Kazimer officiating. Burial will be in Lamphier Cemetery, Eldred.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Church of God; or the S.W. Smith Memorial Library.

Lynton E. Turner, 84, of Route 155 N,, Port Allegany, PA

PORT ALLEGANY, PA - Lynton E. Turner, 84, of Route 155 N, passed away Monday (Feb. 27, 2012) in the Charles Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport.

Born August 11, 1927, in Turtlepoint, he was a son of Elmer T. and Gertrude F. Hults Turner. On May 12, 1944, in Lockport, NY, he married Edna I. Haskins, who survives.

Mr. Turner had worked for the former A & P Grocery Store, and 38 years with Ball-InCon Co. (now Verallia) of Port Allegany, as superintendant of the cold end, retiring in April 1988.

He was a veteran of WWII, having served in the US Navy.

He was a member of the VFW, Post 6391, and Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge 460, both of Port Allegany, and former member of the Canoe Place Fish & Game Club, Port Allegany.

Surviving in addition to his wife Edna, are a son Gary L. (Kim) Turner of Port Allegany; several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; a brother, Richard J. Turner of Clearwater, FL; several nieces and nephews; a special son-in-law, Dale Parry of Aiken, PA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sons, Robert G. Turner and Dale R. Turner, a daughter, Donna M. Parry, and a brother, H. Clayton Turner.

There will be a private visitation and funeral service held at the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany, with Rev. Michael Culver, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.

Memorials can be made to the McKean County SPCA, Bradford; or a charity of the donor's choice.

Condolences can be made at switzerfuneralhome.com.

Cabot Gas & Oil To Donate Million + To New Hospital

Marcellus drilling company donates more than $1 million to hospital

By DONALD GILLILAND, The Patriot-News

Cabot Oil & Gas, the company at the center of controversy over drilling for gas in Dimock, announced Tuesday it will be donating more than $1 million to the construction of a new hospital in Susquehanna County.

Cabot is giving the project $1 million and is offering to match other donations up to an additional $1 million, to raise a total of $3 million for the project.

“We are very fortunate to have Cabot so generously providing the leadership and the resources to encourage private investment in our new hospital,” said Rex Catlin, CEO of the Endless Mountain Health System. “Now our medical staff and employees will be in a facility that mirrors their high quality.”

Cabot CEO Dan Dinges said, “Similar to jobs and education, available health care helps define a community. We want to make sure we are investing in all three.”

The project includes a multi-specialty physician suite, a six-bay emergency department with an airborne infection isolation room, cardiac/trauma room and a helipad.

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection fined Cabot more than $240,000 in 2010, saying the company’s faulty well casings allowed natural gas to migrate into local water wells. More...

Ed. Note: Cabot was ordered by PA DEP to pay $12 Million to replace the water to some Dimock residents, but that order was rescinded as the administration in Harrisburg changed from Rendell to Corbett. EPA is now involved in the investigation of the water contamination there.

Dimock, PA is a town so divided over gas drilling - the two sides describe the fight as a civil war

An RFL Special Investigation into Hydrofracking. Dimock, PA is a town so divided over gas drilling - the two sides describe the fight as a civil war.

On the one hand, there are people who claim the health consequences of hydrofracking are so severe ,it contaminated their water and left them unable to have kids.

On the other hand, there's people who say it's the best thing that ever happened to Dimock. But no matter which side you speak to...everyone agrees, it's changed their community.

Rotary learns about sleep apnea

Rotary learns about sleep apnea


Dr. Beverly Prince, right, gave a presentation to the Coudersport Rotary Club about sleep disorders during a recent meeting. Dr. Prince works at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital. At left is Club member Pat Northheimer. Photo submitted


Dr. Beverly Prince gave a presentation to the Coudersport Rotary Club recently about the importance of sleep and the many factors that go into, and can disrupt, the sleep cycle.

Dr. Prince, who oversees the sleep lab at the hospital, discussed how scientists began studying sleep in the 1950s during the race between the United States and the Soviet Union in sending a man into space.

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where the body does not get enough oxygen, according to Dr. Prince, and can happen in a two different ways. Sleep apnea can be termed as obstructive sleep apnea, which is a blockage of the airway which causes the person to stop sleeping. Another form of sleep apnea is central sleep apnea which occurs when the brain stops sending messages to the lungs for regular breathing.

In order for the person to function at a normal level, the body needs a certain amount of sleep and must experience the four stages of sleep, especially the fourth stage to feel relaxed.

Dr. Prince also discussed diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea. The full-service sleep lab at CCMH is one option, while home sleep studies are also available.