Endeavor News

VICTIMS' SERVICES OFFICE MAY CLOSE

By Alex Davis Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

An area agency that offers services to abuse victims may be forced to shut down its office in Emporium. A spokesman for Citizens Against Physical, Sexual and Emotional Abuse said there may be no other choice as a result of an anticipated $22,000 cut in federal funds.

SOFTSHELL TURTLE SAID NOT TO LIVE HERE: TELL THIS ONE THAT

05/17/2008

A sighting last week confirmed that the rare eastern spiny softshell turtle that has been known to be living in the Stevenson Dam reservoir is still alive and well. For a dam so rich in aquatic diversity, it's rare for one turtle to get so much attention. But this isn't your average turtle.

TENT CATERPILLARS TAKING OVER TREES

05/17/2008

Biologists are expecting a banner year for forest-wrecking caterpillars, which can be found wrapped in webbing in thousands of area trees this month. At this point, the eastern tent caterpillar appears to be the main villain in northcentral Pennsylvania.

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05/17/2008

A Portage man suffered a facial injury in a fiery collision Tuesday morning on Railroad Street in Austin. State police said Donald Bento, 52, was traveling north at 6:40 when his sedan went off the road and struck a utility pole and then the Austin Borough police cruiser, a 2007 Dodge Durango. Bento's car continued for another 50 feet before coming to rest. Bento walked to a nearby house and was treated initially by Emergency Medical Technician Peg Rotello and Police Chief Kyle Day. He was later taken by Austin Ambulance to Cole Memorial Hospital. The investigation by state police from the Denton Hill barracks is continuing.

CHILD SUPPORT: OWE IT, PAY IT!

05/17/2008

Deadbeat dads (and moms) get little tolerance in Cameron and Potter counties. Statistics issued by the Pa. Dept. of Public Welfare show that Cameron County led the state in percentage of child support collected during 2007. Potter County ranked eighth statewide.

NAME ROUTE 44 'BLACK SKY PIKE'?

05/17/2008

In its day, the "Coudersport and Jersey Shore Turnpike" was a prominent road that carried motorists through the so-called Black Forest to link Potter County with the Clinton County communities of Jersey Shore or Lock Haven. That name for Rt. 44 and a parallel section of Rt.

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05/17/2008

Forestry Bureau photo Replacement of the bridge over Five Mile Creek, along Pa. Rt. 46 in Cameron County, is progressing. It's the only access for three camps on property leased by the state, as well as Five Mile Road. That road provided access for the Civilian Conservation Corps Building from May 1935 to October 1937. CCC buildings were removed in the 1980s. Coleman Construction won the bid to replace the bridge. Access to the site is limited to construction vehicles only.

Birth Annoucements

05/17/2008

Kevin J. Keifer A son was born April 21, 2008, in Charles Cole Hospital, to Jack and TingTingWang Kiefer of Coudersport. Named Kevin Jack, the little boy weighed seven pounds, one ounce. Maternal grandparents are Liu Hua Di and Wang Min Sheng, both of Beijing, China.

Golden anniversary

05/17/2008

Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. Easton of Coudersport observed their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday. Edward L. Easton and Caroline Gaberseck were married on May 10, 1958. Mr. Easton is well-known for his many years of service as a district justice, as well as his role as a sportscaster, program host, and news director at Radio Station WFRM.

Ham, leek dinner Saturday

05/17/2008

A ham and leek dinner will be held Saturday from noon until 5 pm at the First Baptist Church on North Broad Street in Emporium. Ham, leeks, potatoes, dessert and beverages will be served. A free will offering, suggested at $6.00, will be accepted.

Spring concert on Tuesday

05/17/2008

Cameron County High School concert band and chorus will present their annual spring concert on 7 pm Tuesday in the high school auditorium. It's free and open to the public.

CAMERON COUNTY ANNIVERSARY

05/17/2008

Susan Hoy from the Cameron County Historical Society discussed plans for the county's sesquicentennial celebration in 2010 during this week's Emporium Rotary meeting. A deck of playing cards depicting pieces of the county history will be produced and sponsors are needed. Additional information is available at 486- 0694.

Pre-school registeration

05/17/2008

Applications are being accepted for pre-school at the First Presbyterian Church in Emporium. Non-denominational, Christian classes will be held from 9 to 11:30 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Teacher is Sue Zoschg. Children must be four years old by Oct. 15 to register. For more details, 486-0705.

Cameron fair meeting Monday

05/17/2008

Planning continues for the 2008 Cameron County Fair. Members of the Cameron County Fair Assn. will meet to discuss this year's fair and related topics at 7 pm Monday. The meeting will be held at the fairgrounds (Beaver Hall) and is open to the public.

Alumni banquet on May 24

05/17/2008

Plans are in place for the annual Emporium High School/ Cameron County High School Alumni Banquet. It will be held on Saturday, May 24, at the high school gymnasium starting at 6 pm. A dance will be held at the Vets Club following the banquet.

School retirees' luncheon May 23

05/17/2008

Potter/Tioga Chapter of Pa. Assn. of School Retirees will hold a luncheon meeting at the Penn Wells Hotel, Wellsboro, on Friday, May 23. For more details, call Nancy Seely at 848-9907. Two Mountains of Hope representatives will talk about how the group is assisting with childhood education programs and promoting literacy and the arts is working in Ecuador.

Relay for Life set

05/17/2008

American Cancer Society's Relay for Life is being relocated to Strawberry Field, near Charles Cole Memorial Hospital. The 24-hour event will be held June 27-28.

Taber to speak at Pa. Lumber Museum

05/17/2008

Thomas T. Taber III will be guest speaker for the annual meeting of the Pa. Lumber Museum Associates on Sunday. The program, which is free and open to the public, will be held at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum between Coudersport and Galeton, starting at 1:30.

100th Mason-Grugan reunion

05/17/2008

Plans are now in place for the 100th annual Mason-Grugan Reunion, to be held on Saturday, Aug. 16 at the Reunion Grounds on Mason Hill near Sterling Run in Cameron County. Family members trace their roots to Joseph Mason, who was born in Philadelphia in 1775, and Margaret Grugan, born in Buffalo Valley, near Lewisburg, in 1784.

Attending leadership program

05/17/2008

Two Coudersport High School students, Katie Lamb and Chris Deitrick, are among 240 leaders representing many high schools from throughout Pennsylvania at this weekend's Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar at Millersville University.

McCusker wins speech contest

05/17/2008

Maureen McCusker was first place in the Coudersport Rotary Club Four-Way Test Speech Contest. Maureen, the daughter of Brian and Julie Buchanan Mc- Cusker, applied the Rotary International test of ethics, character and community service to the topic of school violence. Second place went to Emily Giannotti, while Danielle Moshier placed third.

Dickinson open house May 30

05/17/2008

Dickinson Mental Health Center will celebrate the opening of its new facility at 27 East Fourth Street in Emporium on Friday, May 30. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1 pm, sponsored by the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce. An open house will follow.

Fink inducted into honor society

05/17/2008

Coudersport High School graduate Jesse Fink has been inducted into the Psi Chi Honor Society at Houghton (N.Y.) College. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Fink of Coudersport.

Kuhl opens law practice

05/17/2008

Attorney Robert W. Kuhl has opened a law practice in Coudersport. His office is at 30 East Second Street, above the former Coudersport Insuring office. Kuhl formerly served as Potter County public defender and as staff counsel for A Way Out, the domestic violence support organization. He also spent five years as law clerk for the Potter County Court of Common Pleas.

VICTIMS' SERVICES OFFICE MAY CLOSE

By Alex Davis Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

SOFTSHELL TURTLE SAID NOT TO LIVE HERE: TELL THIS ONE THAT

05/17/2008

TENT CATERPILLARS TAKING OVER TREES

05/17/2008

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05/17/2008

CHILD SUPPORT: OWE IT, PAY IT!

05/17/2008

NAME ROUTE 44 'BLACK SKY PIKE'?

05/17/2008

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05/17/2008

EMPORIUM MAN JAILED

05/17/2008

An Emporium teenager is being held in the Potter County Jail, awaiting action in Cameron County Court on a number of charges. Matthew Cash Grimone, 19, was jailed on Friday after allegedly violating the terms of bail spelled out by District Judge Alvin Brown.

CSD: NO TAX INCREASE, BROWN RETIRES, NUFFER NEXT?

By Travis Moshier Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

Coudersport residents won't see a tax increase in the coming school year. During one of the more eventful meetings in recent history, school board members Monday night approved an operating budget, decided to postpone start-up of a preschool program and learned that one of Pennsylvania's most respected vocational agriculture teachers is retiring.

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05/17/2008

Last Saturday, Frank "Louie" Baker and his assistant, Calvin Pifer, presented a hands-on workshop on the traditional skill of gold panning to members of Austin Brownie Troop 911, Cub Pack 524 and Boy Scout Troop 524. Baker, a member of the Bald Eagle Chapter of the Gold Prospectors Association of America (GPAA), demonstrated gold panning techniques then assisted the scouts as they panned for their own gold. Each child had a chance to try their luck at panning while their parents looked on. All materials were provided by the GPAA, including soil samples containing small amounts of gold. Brownie Troop leaders Chrissy Stuckey and Carey Pifer, Cub Pack Cub Master Scott Hostetlar, and Boy Scout Master Tom Hurd were all on hand to assist with activities. Hot dogs were cooked over an open fire and refreshments were enjoyed by all. Photos by Janie Baker

PEOPLE FROM OUT OF THE AREA 'GRADE' EMPORIUM

By Alex Davis Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

It's best of towns, it's the worst of towns - but much more of the former than the latter. Outsiders' opinions of Emporium were spelled out during a presentation Wednesday night at Woodland Elementary School. More than a dozen people turned out to watch a slide show detailing the results of "First Impressions," a program by Penn State Cooperative Extension.

CAMERON COUNTY CHAMBER OFFICE MOVING ACROSS STREET

By Alex Davis Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

Cameron County Chamber of Commerce will be relocating to a more prominent downtown Emporium location on July 1.

REGIONAL NEWS

05/17/2008

Copper wire pilfered KANE - Another theft of copper wiring is under investigation by state police from the Kane barracks. Troopers say somebody entered private property at the site of a Verizon Wireless tower and made off with approximately 100 feet of copperclad wire. To gain access, the thieves cut a wire fence owned by a security company.

WORK TO GET UNDER WAY AT EMPORIUM SENIOR CENTER

By Alex Davis Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

Improvements are coming to the Emporium Senior Center on South Maple Street. Cameron County Commissioners last week awarded the contract to Solveson Contracting of Emporium for $15,843. Work is expected to start June 1. Solveson will install new steps, build a roof over the steps and one of the center's ramps, as well as upgrade the bathroom and electrical system.

Community can help with wall mural

05/17/2008

A public participation event is scheduled for Saturday at the courthouse square in Coudersport to support the Community Mural Project. From 10 am to 3 pm, volunteers are encouraged to turn out and help to paint some of the tiles that will be used. High school student Stephen Ouellette is organizing the event.

'Poppy Day' set for Friday

By Alex Davis Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

Popu- lar handc rafted poppies will be available from volu nteers of the American Legion Auxiliary on Friday, May 23, in Emporium. Known as "Poppy Day," the tradition honors veterans who served in wars during the last 80 years. It coincides with Memorial Day.

Gospel concert set for Sunday

05/17/2008

"Second Chances," a contemporary Christian vocal group, will perform at 3 pm Sunday at Christ Episcopal Church in Coudersport. Purpose of the vocal ensemble is to "reach out to all people with the Christian message of hope through a blend of voices and musical expressiveness.

Cameron Co. Relay for Life set for June 20-21

05/17/2008

Volunteers and other participants are needed for Cameron County's 10th annual Relay for Life, an American Cancer Society fund-raiser set for Friday and Saturday, June 20-June 21. It gets underway at noon at the Cameron County High School athletic facility.

Marathon is set for June 7; help needed

05/17/2008

The 34th annual God's Country Marathon will be held Saturday, June 7, on the usual Galeton to Coudersport course. It's an AAU-certified race on a 26.2-mile course that challenges runners due to the route up and over Denton Hill.

Mile markers promote 'Do 6'

05/17/2008

A new slogan has been born to promote one of the nation's most historic highways: "Do 6." Before the days of the interstates, U.S. Rt. 6 was the nation's primary east-west highway. Today, it is the subject of heritage- and scenery-based tourist promotion, particularly along its path through northern Pennsylvania.

NEAT NUMERALS

05/17/2008

184B Tobacco companies many years ago recognized that public awareness of health issues would cut into their U.S. sales. They responded by shifting their marketing efforts to other countries, attempting to exploit the more uneducated and more vulnerable populations.

SOME SOOTHING SOUNDS

05/17/2008

Members of the Emporium and St. Marys Community Band have begun rehearsals. Shown, Cameron County High School band director Dan Sensenig directs, while Ed Schwer plays the clarinet. Next practice will be held at 6:30 pm Monday at St. Marys Middle School. Future practices are June 2 at Cameron County, June 16 at St. Marys and June 30 at Cameron County. July and August schedules have not been set. Area instrumentalists are welcome to join the band. For details, contact Sensenig at 486-4000 or 486-0479. Photo by Alex Davis

Austin School Board passes budget with no tax increase

By Travis Moshier Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

Residents of Austin Area School District will see no real estate tax increase for the 2008-09 school year, despite increased expenses for utilities, teachers' salaries and other budget line items. School board members unanimously approved the operating budget at this month's meeting. It calls for just over $3.31 million in expenditures.

False alarm at historical musem

05/17/2008

Coudersport Firemen were called out late Thursday night to the Historical Society's museum building on North Main Street where an automatic alarm sounded.

MS self-help group picnic

05/17/2008

Next meeting of the Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group will be held at 6 pm on June 4 at Chestnut Street Park in St. Marys. It will include a picnic, followed by discussion of the group's summer plans. Food and beverages will be provided by the MS Society.

Dickinson gets $50,000 grant

05/17/2008

Dickinson Mental Health Center has been awarded a $50,000 grant in the organization's 50th year. Funds from the Palumbo Charitable Trust will support "Signs of Suicide," a prevention program started last year in Cameron and Elk County high schools. This will allow Dickinson to expand the program to reach even more students.

Internet program Monday

05/17/2008

A program on internet safety will be presented in Coudersport on Monday night. Parents are especially encouraged to attend. State trooper Scott Henry will join Deb Hamilton of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program in discussing internet dangers and "cyberbullying.

STUDENTS TOUR FALLINGWATER, KENTUCK KNOB

05/17/2008

A group of Cameron County High School students toured famous architect Frank Llyod Wright's designed homes, Fallingwater in Mill Run and Kentucky Knob, near Laurel Highlands. Fallingwater is shown behind the students.

Flower vase workshop June 10

05/17/2008

A fresh flower garden vase workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, at a Galeton business. This class will take place on Tuesday night, June 10, from 6:30 to 8:30 at Lydia's: A Unique Country Store, located on Main Street.To register or for more information call 435- 9490, 274-4877 or 642-2295.

Child safety seat check slated

05/17/2008

State police at the Emporium barracks will promote the use of child safety seats during a free checkup session on Wednesday, May 28.

Area Police Beat

05/17/2008

Drunk driver flees A Potter County man is facing numerous charges after leading state police on a highspeed chase last week. According to troopers, 40- year-old Sean R. Easton of Genesee was clocked at 73 miles per hour in a 35-mph zone. When they attempted to stop him, police said, Easton accelerated while heading south on Rt. 449.

SQUARE DANCING RETURNS

05/17/2008

Swing your partner, do-sido. Square dancing is returning with new momentum in Potter County this year, kicking off with the Waterwheel Barn Dance on Saturday, May 24, in Colesburg. It's located on the former Lent farm along Rt. 49, between Coudersport and Gold.

Students take part in speech contest

05/17/2008

Gifted and enrichment students at Cameron County High School participated in a persuasive speech competition on May 8 in Johnsonburg. Teams of two debated whether school should be run yearround. Preparations began in December.

Summer arts camp hosted in Emporium

05/17/2008

Penn State Cooperative Extension will once again sponsor a two-week Summer Arts Day Camp in Emporium. It's entitled, "Exploring Careers and Hobbies in the Arts." With financial help from the Pa.

Cameron County High School honors students

05/17/2008

Cameron County High School has announced its honor roll for the most recent marking period. High honor students earned a grade of 93 percent or above in all subjects. Those on the honor roll earned at least an 85.

Dog obedience classes to start

05/17/2008

Six-week dog obedience classes will be held in Emporium during June and July, sponsored by Penn State Cooperative Extension. Course runs on June 3, June 10, June 17, June 24 and July 1 and July 8 in two different evening sessions, 5:30 to 6:30 or 6:30 to 7:30, at the Cameron County Fairgrounds.

Grant workshop set for June 6

05/17/2008

Cameron County Chamber of Commerce will host a grant application workshop for artists and art organizations at noon on Friday, June 6. It is sponsored by Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. For more information, call 486-4314.

Richnafsky casts his spell at Woodland bee

05/17/2008

Third-grader Andy Richnafsky was recognized as Woodland Elementary School's best speller after competition in Emporium last week. An initial round narrowed the field to 10 finalists. They square off on Tuesday tackling fifth- and sixth-grade spelling words. Richnafsky earned a pizza party for his homeroom by claiming the top prize.

Honor students at Austin Area High School

05/17/2008

Austin Area School has announced its honor roll for the third marking period of the 2008-09 school year. Those earning high honors maintained an average of at least 93 percent in all subjects. Honor roll students had at least an 85 in all subjects.

Tire collection day May 31

05/17/2008

A tire recycling day is set for Saturday, May 31, from 8 am to noon at the ABC Diner in Burtville. Residents of Potter, Cameron and McKean counties can dispose of tires for $1.00 each. The collection is sponsored by Pennsylvania Greenways. Pre-registration is required.

Lumer Museum sets yard sale

05/17/2008

A huge yard sale will be held on Saturday, May 24, at the parking lot of the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum from 9 am to 5 pm. Food will be available. Proceeds will benefit the museum. Vendor space is available. The museum, located between Galeton and Coudersport, across from Denton Hill Ski Area, will be open during the yard sale.

Flood prevention in place

By Alex Davis Endeavor News — 05/17/2008

Emporium Borough Council plans to hire summer help to ease the threat of flooding in portions of the town. Workers would help clear the debris and vegetation buildup in the Driftwood Branch of Sinnemahoning Creek, in the vicinity of the school buildings.

PROM QUEEN, KING

05/17/2008

Kelsey Valenti was crowned queen and Matthew Vossler king during Austin High School's prom, held Saturday, April 26. Theme was "A Royal Affair."

Ambulance open house Wednesday

05/17/2008

Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance Association (CVAA) will hold an open house at the ambulance hall on East Second Street Wednesday from 5 pm to 8 pm. The public is encouraged to attend. There will be free blood pressure screenings and layperson training.

Hospital volunteers recognized for service

05/17/2008

Charles Cole Memorial Hospital honored its volunteers last week in celebration of National Volunteer Week. Pictured at right are volunteers who achieved milestones.

HIGHLIGHTING HERITAGE

05/17/2008

Another season is nearing for the Little Museum in the southern Cameron County village of Sterling Run. The museum opens its doors for the season on Saturday, May 24. Operated by the Cameron County Historical Society, the museum showcases the region's rich heritage in a building that is a historic artifact in its own right.

'GAS RUSH' PROGRAM SLATED

05/17/2008

With residents across the state asking questions about the Marcellus Shale formation, natural gas exploration, mineral rights leasing and related issues, WPSU-TV is airing a one-hour live call-in program at 7 pm Thursday.

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05/17/2008

These Austin High School students recenlty took second place during the Envirothon competition. From left, they are, Chip Sinnamond, Casey Bouchher, Lisa Fowler, Jocelyn Dynda, Beau Hooftallen, Rayna Valenti, Dylan Baxter, Desiree Lamer, DeWayne Moore, Whitney Crosby, Emily Wambaugh, Hilary Gordnier, Cree Flory, Dallas Niles, Michael Dieffenderfer and advisor Mrs. Brewer.

J. Erik Villesvik

05/17/2008

A graveside memorial service will be held at 10 am Tuesday, May 27, at the Eulalia Cemetery in Coudersport for John Erik Villesvik. A 1972 graduate of Coudersport Area High School, Mr. Villesvik, 53, died unexpectedly at his home in Fullerton, Calif., on March 20, 2008. Arrangements are under the direction of the Fickinger Funeral Home in Coudersport.

W. Robert Toles

05/17/2008

W. Robert Toles, 82, formerly of Coudersport, died Friday (May 9, 2008) at Golden Living Home in Erie. Burial was in Sweden Hill Cemetery where military rites were accorded by members of the Potter County Honor Guard.

Granville Lyons

05/17/2008

Granville S. "Si" Lyons, 82, of Slippery Rock Township, Lawrence County, died on Tuesday (May 6, 2008). Burial was in Wurtemburg Cemetery, Wayne Township. Military rites were observed at the funeral home by the Veterans Honor Guard.

Donald Setzer

05/17/2008

Donald H. Setzer, 64, of Coudersport, died Friday (May 9, 2008) at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital. Burial was in Reed Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 67, Bradford PA 16701; or to Patterson Cancer Care Center, 1001 E. Second St., Coudersport PA 16915.

Elsie Deitrick

05/17/2008

Elsie Deitrick, formerly of Coudersport, died Tuesday (May 13, 2008) at Ocala (Fla.) Regional Hospital. Survivors include her husband, Robert Deitrick, and a son, Dennis Deitrick. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced.

Frances Haskins

05/17/2008

Frances L. Haskins, 84, of Emporium, died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys, on Tuesday (May 13, 2008).

Cherri L. Sisler

05/17/2008

Cherri L. Sisler, 38, of Emporium, formerly of Bradford, died Friday (May 9, 2008) at her residence. Arrangements are under the direction of the Koch Chatley Gaeto Funeral Home.

POTTER COMMISSIONERS HEAR IT AGAIN: 'REASSESS'

05/17/2008

Citizens have one more chance to fire questions and share their input with the Potter County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday night, when they hold the last in a series of five town meetings at the Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse.

Emergency training Tuesday

05/17/2008

Potter County Dept. of Emergency Services will hold its annual quarterly meeting at 6:30 pm on Tuesday at the emergency management office in Coudersport. Fred Boylestein from Pa. Emergency Management Agency will present training on damage assessment. For details, call Jim Steiner at 274- 8900.

Celtic band coming Friday

05/17/2008

A popular Canadian band will come south for a memorable night of music on Friday, May 23, at the Coudersport High School auditorium. Potter County Fine Arts Council is bringing Enter The Haggis to town for a concert that gets underway at 7:30.

County storm water plan update coming

05/17/2008

An update on Potter County's far-reaching stormwater management plan will be presented Wednesday night at the courthouse during a meeting of the Stormwater Management Committee. A State College consultant was retained late last year to develop a plan the county. Herbert, Rowland & Grubic Inc.

Dems reorganize

05/17/2008

Members of the Potter County Democratic Committee hosted two nominees for public office at a recent meeting at the Coudersport Public Library. Mark McCracken, Democratic nominee for U.S. Congress, and Don Hilliard, the party's nominee for the State Senate, addressed committee members.

Vets' employment workshop

05/17/2008

A workshop will be held on Friday to help honorably discharged veterans in Potter County prepare effective resumes and pursue employment. It will be held from 1 pm to 3 pm at the CareerLink office in Coudersport. Veterans interested in attending should call Mike Fowler at 274-9330, extension 17.

Quickbooks class

05/17/2008

A QuickBooks class is set for May 31 and June 14 from 8:30 am through 2:30 pm at the Potter County Education Council office in Galeton. For details, call 435-9490, 274-4877 or 642-2295.

Council hosts computer classes

05/17/2008

Potter County Education Council continues to offer computer skills courses at its Coudersport office. Classes resume next week. Cost is $38 and includes a text book.

Oil field accident injuries man

05/17/2008

A Potter County man is in satisfactory condition at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y., today after an oil drilling accident Wednesday afternoon. Police report that a heavy drill fell on Alan Wackwitz, 23, of Shinglehouse at a work site in Whitesville, N.Y., pinning him against some pipes.

'All About Growing' workshop June 21

05/17/2008

A workshop on ginseng will be held on Saturday, June 21 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Potter County Education Council office in Coudersport. It will cover topics ranging from history to identification to commerce.

Rabies clinics will start in June

05/17/2008

Pet owners in Potter County can obtain reduced-cost rabies shots for their animals through a program offered in June and July. Penn State Cooperative Extension is teaming with a local veterinarian, Dr.

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05/17/2008

Potter County Judge John B. Leete is pictured here wtih Bryce Mackie, whio tralked to students at Austin Area High School about teenage suicide last week. Program was sponsored by the Yellow Ribbon organization.

DISTRICT IX BASEBALL PLAYOFFS START NEXT WEEK

05/17/2008

Cameron County carries some momentum into Thursday's return trip to the PIAA District 9 high school baseball playoffs. Coach Dick Harrier's Red Raiders (14-2) host the winner of Clarion-Limestone vs. A-C Valley in the D9 quarterfinals at 4:30.

Coudersport hosts baseball playoffs Monday

05/17/2008

Coudersport carries a sparkling 13-1 record into the PIAA District 9 high school baseball playoffs, where there is no margin for error. Coach Doug McClintic's Falcons will entertain either Union of Keystone at CARP Field at 4:30 Thursday afternoon.

Coudersport soccer team up to 2-0

05/17/2008

Coudersport boosted its early season record to 2-0 in local soccer among Under-19 teams with a 6-0 whitewash of Port Allegany. Tim Thomas led the charges with three early goals. He followed that hat trick with assists to Devin Matzinger and Ty Carts to make it 5-0. Wes Bernard drilled in a head shot to close out the scoring.

Austin, Emporium host Alle-Catt games Sunday

05/17/2008

Austin made a triumphant return to the Alle-Catt Amateur Baseball League Sunday, while Emporium scored an impressive win in its season opener. Both teams are at home this Sunday, as Austin hosts Port Allegany and the Olean Oilers visit Emporium. Games start at 2 pm.

Coudersport Falcons host softball playoffs Monday

05/17/2008

A very competitive field is in place to fight for the PIAA District 9 softball championship and the right to play in the state championship tournament in early June. Even with an impressive 13- 5 record, the Coudersport Falcons are considered long shots in the field of a dozen contenders. Top seeds are Curwensville, Smethport, Northern Potter and Elk County Catholic.

Austin unbeaten in softball

05/17/2008

Austin improved its record to 5-0 in Potter-McKean Little League softball Tuesday with a 14-1 win at Otto Township. Hannah Glover pitched a no-hitter, striking out nine, she also cracked four hits and drove in eight runs. Jesse Riedmiller and Cheyenne Kio had three hits apiece.

District IX meet next for track & field standouts

05/17/2008

Cameron County's boys and Coudersport's girls came home with the championships at Friday's North Tier League track and field meet. For many of the athletes, it was a tune-up for this weekend's PIAA District 9 championships at Brookville.

Mullens to be part of 'Big 30'

05/17/2008

Cameron County High School senior Marcus Mullens has been selected to play in the 35th annual Don Raabe Big 30 Football Charities Classic. He'll suit up for coach Steve Ackerman as a member of the Pennsylvania All-Stars for the Aug. 2 game at Parkway Field in Bradford.

Men's golf tournament Sunday

05/17/2008

Coudersport Golf Club will hold its first men's membermember tournament of the season on Sunday. The traditional K of C vs. Masons Tournament is on tap June 25. Special Olympics Tournament is July 2, followed by the Kightlinger Motors Tournament July 20 and the popular Men's Member-Guest Weekend July 26-27.

Through An 'Old Timer's' Eyes

By Howard 'Mac' McDonald — 05/17/2008

Modern-day marvels can confuse older people and I guess today is one of those days for me. This contraption with a screen and a keyboard doesn't do the things I ask it to do. There are some emails that I would like to read, but when I try to see it everything comes up except the message. Maybe they will send it again and I will learn what lurks behind this screen.

Selling out state forest land

05/17/2008

(Ryan Talbott, from Pittsburgh, is Forest Watch Coordinator for the Allegheny Defense Project.) Pennsylvania has lifted a ban on shallow oil and gas drilling in our state forests. DCNR is also considering leasing state forest land for deep gas well drilling.

We've got mail!

05/17/2008

Senior Center says 'thanks' To the editor: Emporium Senior Center would like to thank GE/Motor Coils for selecting us as a recipient of their Community Project this year.

POTTER COMMISSIONERS HEAR IT AGAIN: 'REASSESS'

05/17/2008

Emergency training Tuesday

05/17/2008

Celtic band coming Friday

05/17/2008

County storm water plan update coming

05/17/2008

Dems reorganize

05/17/2008

Vets' employment workshop

05/17/2008

Quickbooks class

05/17/2008

A QuickBooks class is set for May 31 and June 14 from 8:30 am through 2:30 pm at the Potter County Education Council office in Galeton. For details, call 435-9490, 274-4877 or 642-2295.

Council hosts computer classes

05/17/2008

Potter County Education Council continues to offer computer skills courses at its Coudersport office. Classes resume next week. Cost is $38 and includes a text book.

Oil field accident injuries man

05/17/2008

'All About Growing' workshop June 21

05/17/2008

Rabies clinics will start in June

05/17/2008

Photo

05/17/2008

Through An 'Old Timer's' Eyes

By Howard 'Mac' McDonald — 05/17/2008

Selling out state forest land

05/17/2008

We've got mail!

05/17/2008

Senior Center says 'thanks' To the editor: Emporium Senior Center would like to thank GE/Motor Coils for selecting us as a recipient of their Community Project this year.

Birth Annoucements

05/17/2008

Golden anniversary

05/17/2008

Ham, leek dinner Saturday

05/17/2008

Spring concert on Tuesday

05/17/2008

Cameron County High School concert band and chorus will present their annual spring concert on 7 pm Tuesday in the high school auditorium. It's free and open to the public.

CAMERON COUNTY ANNIVERSARY

05/17/2008

Pre-school registeration

05/17/2008

Cameron fair meeting Monday

05/17/2008

Alumni banquet on May 24

05/17/2008

School retirees' luncheon May 23

05/17/2008

Relay for Life set

05/17/2008

American Cancer Society's Relay for Life is being relocated to Strawberry Field, near Charles Cole Memorial Hospital. The 24-hour event will be held June 27-28.

Taber to speak at Pa. Lumber Museum

05/17/2008

100th Mason-Grugan reunion

05/17/2008

Attending leadership program

05/17/2008

McCusker wins speech contest

05/17/2008

Dickinson open house May 30

05/17/2008

Fink inducted into honor society

05/17/2008

Coudersport High School graduate Jesse Fink has been inducted into the Psi Chi Honor Society at Houghton (N.Y.) College. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Fink of Coudersport.

Kuhl opens law practice

05/17/2008

DISTRICT IX BASEBALL PLAYOFFS START NEXT WEEK

05/17/2008

Coudersport hosts baseball playoffs Monday

05/17/2008

Coudersport soccer team up to 2-0

05/17/2008

Austin, Emporium host Alle-Catt games Sunday

05/17/2008

Coudersport Falcons host softball playoffs Monday

05/17/2008

Austin unbeaten in softball

05/17/2008

District IX meet next for track & field standouts

05/17/2008

Mullens to be part of 'Big 30'

05/17/2008

Men's golf tournament Sunday

05/17/2008

J. Erik Villesvik

05/17/2008

W. Robert Toles

05/17/2008

Granville Lyons

05/17/2008

Donald Setzer

05/17/2008

Elsie Deitrick

05/17/2008

Frances Haskins

05/17/2008

Frances L. Haskins, 84, of Emporium, died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys, on Tuesday (May 13, 2008).

Cherri L. Sisler

05/17/2008

Cherri L. Sisler, 38, of Emporium, formerly of Bradford, died Friday (May 9, 2008) at her residence. Arrangements are under the direction of the Koch Chatley Gaeto Funeral Home.