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Area state, local police log Hit-and-run accident No injuries were reported from an accident that occurred on Jan. 17 along Paul Hollow Road in West Branch Township, Potter County. Police said Ross A. Stephens, 32, of Sellingsgrove was travelling north when he was unable to complete a left-hand turn and left the road. More ... Local Red Cross seeks 'Heroes' For more than 10 years, the Elk-Cameron Counties Chapter of the American Red Cross has helped thousands of people through disaster assistance, service to military families and training in first aid and CPR. Now, the chapter is reaching out to the community for support through its "Heroes for the ... More ...
Emporium Rotary Club members recently awarded long-time member Ken Gerg with the Paul Harris Fellow pin. Paul Harris Fellow recognition was created in memory of Paul Harris, the founder of Rotary as a way to show appreciation for contributions to the Foundation's charitable and educational program. ... More ... Soungwriters Roundtable returning Plans are in place for the return of the Songwriters Roundtable in 2008, with a mix of professional and local musicians and artists. More ... Fat Tuesday feast planned Austin United Methodist Church presents its second annual Fat Tuesday Feast on Feb. 5 from 4 pm to 7 pm at the social hall on Turner Street. A smorgasbord will include beef, ham, turkey, pork, and several other main courses, side dishes and desserts. A King Cake will also be served, in Fat Tuesda... More ...
Our photographer caught this horse at feeding time. By that look on his face, he did not appreciate the interruption. The horse, owned by Rick Cool on Plank Road Hollow, may have also been miffed at the single-digit temperaturers. More ...
By James Moate Endeavor News So just who is that tall lanky man who is often seen walking the sidewalks in downtown Emporium, toting a brown leather briefcase? The quiet, unassuming man is Charles H. Starr and that case contains information that touches upon the lives of nearly everyone who lives in Cameron County. More ... Rent, tax rebate apps due Rent, tax rebate applications due Applications for the state's Property/Tax Rent Rebate Program for 2007 are now available. Eligible participants can receive a rebate of up to $650 based on their rent or property taxes paid in 2007. More ... Scouts taking candy orders Cub Scout Pack 591 of Cameron County is taking Easter candy orders until Saturday, Feb. 9. Proceeds will help cover the costs of holiday parties, Blue and Gold Banquet, swimming, bowling, day camp, summer camp, Klondike Derby, Pinewood Derby, More ... Numbers in the news 30 Who says voters are not influenced by the early presidential primary elections? Last week, John McCain was leading the polls among likely voters in Pennsylvania's April 22 Republican primary election. McCain was favored by 30 percent of Republicans, followed by Rudy Guiliani (14), Mike Hucka... More ...
Students in Sue Zoschg's Presbyterian Preschool class visited the Cameron County Ambulance shed earlier this week. The children were given a tour of the building and the vehicles by EMT John Rutz (front, right). Children in the front, from left, are Dylan Williams, Caden Beldin and Gabriel Smith. In... More ... Driftwood man sentenced to prison Having been found guilty of his third DUI charge in a tenyear period, Robert McMillan, 43, of Driftwood was given a one- to two-year state prison sentence on Tuesday as a minimum requirement of state law. Judge Masson remarked that, with McMillan's previous record, any lesser sentence would mitiga... More ... CPR, first aid course slated A CPR/AED first aid course will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 8 am to 4 pm at the Emporium Firehall. This free course provides individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for victims until advanced medical personnel arrive. It is open to the public. More ... 'Mat herpes' outbreak promps advisory News of the recent outbreak of "mat herpes" among a handful of area scholastic wrestlers has prompted Charles Cole Memorial Hospital to make the public aware of its educational materials on skin infections. Dr. More ...
More people will get a clearer bird's eye view of their own neighborhoods or any other site in Pennsylvania. The state has developed a digital base map that taps into high-resolution aerial photography on an internet site, Google Earth, at earth.google. com. More ... Mission team gearing up for SD Members of the Northern Tier Mission Team are preparing for their trip to an Indian reservation in South Dakota later this year. They'll embark in May to repair homes on the Sioux Reservation. In the past, the team has traveled to Nicaragua, the Pine Ridge Reservation and West Virginia to build o... More ... Songwriters group forms Anyone interested in refining songwriting skills is welcome to join a new organization, the Northern Tier Songwriters Group. There is no membership fee for this support and mentoring resource for aspiring songwriters of all levels and genres. More ... Area news briefs Fiber system eyed SMETHPORT -- The McKean County Commissioners are investigating establishment of a fiber-optic communications system to link government organizations, schools, industries and other potential customers in the region. More ...
Workers spread a large yellow sign announcing JCPenney's local intentions last Saturday. The company is soliciting liquidators to buy what doesn't sell before the store closes in February. Judy Houben of Coudersport is one of the employees who have been asked to be standing billboards for JCPenney. ... More ... Chamber looking into health insurance Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce is surveying its 130 members to determine their health insurance needs. Chamber directors hope to have in place a group plan that would allow affiliates to save money on their health insurance premiums while still providing thorough coverage of their employees... More ... 'Falcon Follies' canceled Due to declining participation, the Coudersport Music Boosters Club has cancelled Saturday's fifth annual "Falcon Follies." The community-wide talent showcase was a fund- raiser for the music programs at Coudersport Area School District. More ...
Patterson Cancer Care Center at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital has been recognized by the American Cancer Society (ACS) with a gold level Mission Impact Award. Award acknowledges the staff's dedication to patient care through their collaboration with ACS in outreach efforts and the Patient Resour... More ...
Coudersport takes on Otto-Eldred Sunday night at 6 in the opening round of the popular Scholastic Scrimmage academic challenge series on WPSUTV, shown locally on cable channel 3. Some 80 high schools have entered the tournament. Contestants will answer questions about history, science, math and othe... More ... New criteria for HOME program? Funding for HOME grant projects in the "downtown" area of the Driftwood Borough may be mitigated by a lack of participation by those living within the borough. HOME is a housing and rehabilitation program for homeowners that helps them to receive general renovations. More ... Free help with income taxes Area families earning $40,000 or less are eligible for free federal and state income tax preparation. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) service is available through Penn State Cooperative Extension, in partnership with community agencies in Cameron, Elk, McKean and Potter counties. More ...
As part of their "My Community" badge requirements, Austin Junior Girl Scou Troop #199 collected over 100 non-perishable food items to be donated to the Austin Food Bank. Gloria Stuckey accepted items on behalf of the Austin United Methodist Church Food Bank. Pictured (l to r): Emily Simms, Kaylee B... More ... |
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