Bullying prevention program funded
      Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, funded by a four-year grant from the Pa. Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), is now operating in all Potter County school districts. The program is in its second year, with several school districts agreeing to expand the program to lower elementary scho...
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Survey contract approved
$60,000 contract granted to Mike Menard
      Some 60 communication towers spread around Potter County will be inventoried by registered surveyor Mike Menard, at a cost of about $60,000. The Potter County Commissioners granted the nobid contract to Menard by a 2- 0 vote, with Ken Wingo and John Torok approving the deal. Commissioner Cathy Bo...
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     The fourth Potter County Habitat for Humanity home is under roof, allowing volunteers to continue work during the winter. Eventually, the home will be occupied by Bryan Welsh (shown) and wife Theresa. They have taken their turns helping Habitat volunteers build the home on Hill Street in Coudersport...
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County gets grant for after-school programs
      More than $380,000 has been awarded to Potter County to operate after-school programs for "at-risk" youth. Students in grades six through eight and, in some cases, parents and guardians will be involved in the programs. Funds from the Pa. Dept.
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Nichols head of Dem Committee
      Norma Cobb Nichols of Sweden Township has returned as chair of the Potter County Democratic Committee. She succeeds Bruce Robbins of Coudersport, who resigned. Nichols has long been active in party activities and community affairs.
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Meals program needs help
      Potter County Area Agency on Aging is looking for donations to its Holiday Meals Program, which ensures older residents who need a meal receive one.
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Benefit auction set
      Employees of the Potter County courthouse are holding a benefit auction, with proceeds to go to the Potter County Food Bank. Tickets are $1.00 each or 10 for $5.00. They are available from Judy Eckert in the Voter Registration office at the courthouse basement.
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