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Furthering his plan for reopening Pennsylvania, Governor Tom Wolf announced on Friday eight additional counties will move to yellow and 17 to green, effective at 12:01 a.m., Friday, May 29. All remaining counties in red are expected to move to yellow by June 5 at 12:01 a.m.
During these times where national and local attention are focused on coping with the impact of COVID-19, McKean County Department of Human Services is reaching out to the public to raise awareness of child abuse and foster care and to recognize a 30-year benchmark of service.
Richard Wilson, 49, of Smethport, faces several charges after police were dispatched to a disturbance on North Main Street, Port Allegany May 2.
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced on May 2 a phased reopening of state park and forest facilities in keeping with Governor Wolf’s direction to ensure that Pennsylvanians have opportunities to safely enjoy outdoor recreation as …
Balancing economic benefits and public health risks, Governor Tom Wolf announced May 1 the reopening of 24 counties in the northwest and northcentral regions of the state, moving them from red to yellow beginning at 12:01 a.m., Friday, May 8.
Five area school districts and the intermediate unit serving students in the 67th Legislative District were awarded nearly $60,000 in Continuity of Education and Equity Grants by the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the current academic year.
During the past eight years, there’s been a steady uncertainty in the dairy industry, Tricia Adams, of Hoffman Family Farm, LLC, in Shinglehouse, said. Now, more dangers are presenting themselves amid the COVID-19 pandemic. One thing on the news and social media lately is dairy farmers being…
With farmers and food processors facing challenges in getting food to market and charitable food banks facing significant increases in need, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting proposals for the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box program, said Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint), c…
For the first time since April 2, the number of new positive coronavirus cases in Pennsylvania has increased by less than 1,000.
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The Eliot Ness Fest has been canceled due to the coronavirus, organizers announced on April 17.
Due to uncertainty related to the coronavirus, the PA Route 6 Educational Summit and Annual Meeting, originally scheduled for May 13 and 14, has been rescheduled to Aug. 5 and 6. The events will occur at the same time and same location.
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Someone has to make sure the lights stay on and employees of C&T Enterprises are doing that not only during pandemics, but mid-April snowstorms.
Grocery store supply shortage and long shifts can make something as simple as grabbing some essential groceries a challenge for health care workers.
Health care workers at UPMC Cole are going above and beyond to meet the needs of the community during COVID-19, including 30 staff who have been temporarily reassigned to help support services at the hospital.
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The 2020 Star Hose Company #1 annual banquet was held at the Star Hose Banquet Room in Port Allegany. The welcome was given by Andrew Johnson who served as master of ceremonies. After remembering the deceased members with a moment of silence and an Invocation offered by Chaplain Matthew Gunc…
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ROULETTE — As part of ongoing efforts to protect nesting birds and prevent power outages, West Penn Power, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., has installed two nesting platforms on 55-foot wooden poles near the Allegheny River. This proactive work will help prevent power outages by discourag…
Potter County’s total confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 remains at four, as of Wednesday, April 22, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Positive cases are in the Coudersport and Roulette zip codes, according to data provided by the DOH. Sixty-five people have tested ne…
In an effort to protect the public and county employees, the McKean County Commissioners and President Judge John Pavlock are asking that all visitors to all county buildings follow the state protocol to wear a mask beginning on Monday, April 20, until further notice. On Friday, Governor Tom…
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Harrisburg, Pa. — A bill that would allow 17-year-olds to complete interior fire training with live burns has passed through the PA House of Representatives in a unanimous vote.
On June 24, the United States Supreme Court voted in Dobbs v. Jackson to overturn Roe v. Wade, the ruling saying the Constitution of the United States generally protects a pregnant woman's liberty to choose to have an abortion. The outcome is expected to lead to abortion bans in roughly half the states.
(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania’s economy will have modest real economic growth but also a dip in tax revenues in the next fiscal year as one-time boosts fade away, according to the latest revenue estimates from the Independent Fiscal Office.
(The Center Square) – The future of abortion in Pennsylvania is an open question, as current state law protects it but both parties would like to change the law.
A look at reaction from Midstate and state lawmakers and organizations to the Supreme Court’s ruling Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade, ending constitutional protections for abortion that had been in place nearly 50 years.
Richard Wilson, 49, of Smethport, faces several charges after police were dispatched to a disturbance on North Main Street, Port Allegany May 2.
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The following individuals recently faced court action before Magisterial District Judge William Todd.
Just another little snippet about this “hogback” think. Many of you have heard of sports teams named the Razorbacks. That’s another take on these hogs, as they are long and lean (lots of lean bacon) and their back does come up to a sharp ridge.
It’s that time of the year when we want to be out exploring the backwoods now that the temperature has finally warmed up.
Some folks may be wondering where the term “hogback” came from. Well, from what I’ve heard — and this makes sense — it comes from the wild hogs of some of our southern states (and lately more …
Yes, I know summer is still officially a few weeks away but the humidity is rising and that sets the stage for swimming. The other day when I was heading out of town with the air conditioner o…
The smallest thing can pique your interest and brighten your day, even a rock. It’s true. A rock can create interest that makes you investigate its origin. That’s what happened to me on a rece…
First Citizens Community Bank has promoted Abbie Pritchard to market leader of their western Pennsylvania/New York market. At this time, this region includes the Wellsville, Genesee and Ulysses locations.
Claverack Rural Electric Cooperative, Tri-County Rural Electric Cooperative and CoBank have teamed up to provide $20,000 to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank to assist families in need of food during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Entrepreneurs representing 10 different businesses from across the Pennsylvania Wilds have completed the inaugural PA Wilds PACE Program, a 10-week professional development course to help scale rural businesses.
In 2019, employees of First Citizens Community Bank reached into their pockets to donate funds that provided more than 10,000 meals to those in need through the Central Pennsylvania Foodbank.
When the American Bankers Association recently announced the top-performing community banks in the nation, First Citizens Community Bank made the list once again, ranking 59th, up 17 places from the previous year.
How you can stop comparing yourself to the woman next to you and feel better about yourself and your body.
Beginner-friendly tips and moves you can use to kick off your yoga regimen.
Most of us don’t want to think about death. It’s an unsettling and largely unwelcome topic. Humans are emotional creatures by nature, and the majority aren’t well equipped to handle a death of a family member, friend or pet. But for a beloved cat or dog, the ordeal may be easier to bear.
OK, it’s time to hydrate. Knowing that and staying on top of it is a good start. But what drink is best for the situation?
Many people can benefit from more exercise. But after a long day at work and tending to obligations at home, making time for exercise can be an uphill battle. Come nighttime, there may be little energy or time left to be active. However, failure to engage in regular physical activity can be detrimental to one’s health.