Giant Sportsman's Raffle at Coudersport Consistory, 100 Firearms and $10,000 Cash.100 guns will be given away in 100 days. Plus Day 101 will be the drawing for $10,000 Cash. Tickets AVAILABLE NOW for $100.00 each.ONLY 1,000 TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE!!Winners determined by the Pennsylvania Pick 3 evening drawing.Drawing runs April 1, 2018 thru July 10, 2018.$10,000 Cash Prize drawing on July 10, 2018.Tickets may be purchased from the Coudersport Consistory Office from 8 AM to 3 PM Monday thru Friday, or by mail.You can pay by credit card.1-800-980-8490. Rabies Clinic There will be a Rabies Clinic held on Saturday, September 11th, 2010 at the Shinglehouse Park, Shinglehouse, PA.

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The clinic will last from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. All dogs, cats, and ferrets that are at least 12 weeks old can be vaccinated against the rabies virus. The first time an animal is vaccinated, the vaccine is good for one year. Each time after that, the vaccination is good for three years. All animals must be on a leash or in a container.

Cost is $5.00 per animal. The clinic is sponsored by Dr. Ronnie Schenkein of the Coudersport Animal Health Center. Star Party Public Night The 11th annual Black Forest Star Party will be held from Friday, September 10 – Sunday, September 12, 2010.

This event, sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Observers of State College, was the first star party to ever be held at Cherry Springs State Park. On Saturday evening of the 11th, the public is invited to visit with astronomers from 7:00 pm until 11:00 pm. This will allow visitors to arrive early enough to see the hundreds of telescopes that will be set up on the Astronomy Observation Field, then remain after dark to look through many of the scopes that will be volunteered for that evening. Those interested in attending will park their vehicles on the south side of the park at the Night Sky Public Viewing area, then will walk across Rt. 44 to the Observation Field. Volunteer members of the Dark Sky Team will greet people at the gate and give them a red kit (if needed to cover up the white lens on their flashlights) and also to instruct them how to find the volunteer astronomers after dark. Cherry Springs can become quite cool and damp at night so warm clothing is recommended along with proper footwear.

Flip flops are NOT recommended. Absolutely no dogs will be permitted on the Observation Field due to the amount of equipment that is on the field and the safety of visitors and the dogs.

The Central Pennsylvania Observers began the Black Forest Star Party (BFSP) in 1999 with only a hundred or so astronomers attending. This year over 500 will attend. The 2002 BFSP was one of the most spectacular on record, as an amazing display of Northern Lights – the Aurora Borealis, lit up the sky for hours during the star party. While not typical, Aurorae may occur at any time when the sun’s solar cycle is active. Lately, the sun has been quiet, but some activity has been observed using the Park’s solar scope, which allows viewers to look directly at the sun’s surface. Cherry Springs is one of the darkest sites in the Eastern United States and was designated a dark sky preserve by DCNR in 2000 managing the night sky as a natural resource, just like forest, waters and wildlife are managed in other natural areas. Then in June of 2007, the International Dark Sky Association designated Cherry Springs as a Gold Level International Dark Sky Park, only the second park in the world to receive distinguished recognition.

Under optimum conditions, the sky is so dark and clear at Cherry Springs, that the starlight from the Milky Way overhead can actually cast your shadow on the ground. Thousands of stars are visible at the park and combined with its 360 degree view of the night sky – it truly is an awesome experience and one that many will never forget. Public stargazing programs are presented at the park from May until October.

During the summer, the “Stars-n-Parks” program hosted by the National Public Observatory’s education director, Thom Bemus, takes visitors on a spectacular tour of the night sky, using the naked eye, binoculars and telescopes. Greg Snowman, the Environmental Education Specialist along with Tim Morey, Natural Resource Specialist and several volunteer members of the Cherry Springs Dark Sky Fund/Association Dark Sky Team, conduct public stargazing, moon gazing, and wildlife programs at the park during the programming season. Program information is located at the Dark Sky Fund website at, or by visiting the DCNR calendar of events, or by calling the Lyman Run State Park office at (814) 435-5010. The Dark Sky team recommends that each group bring along a small flashlight to use to navigate the field.

As no white light is permitted on the Astronomy Observation Field, red cellophane and rubber bands will be handed out to cover flashlight lenses. Most people will find that their eyes will become dark adapted enough to find their way from one volunteer astronomer to another. There will be a food concession stand open at the star party with a variety of food and drinks available to all. Participants in the program are asked to vacate the Observation Field by 11:00 pm so that those astronomers who volunteered their scopes can get back to observing. In the event of overcast or poor weather, this program will be cancelled. A cancellation notice will be put on the answering machine at Lyman Run if you wish to check before driving out to the park. Cherry Springs State Park is located on Rt.

44 between Sweden Valley and Carter Camp and can be reached either by traveling on Rt. 44 or you can also come up West Branch Road out of Galeton, PA. Be advised that this road is in lousy condition and vehicles should drive with caution. Any further inquiries can be directed to the Lyman Run State Park office which administers Cherry Springs.

Photo Credit: Terrence Dickenson – Summer Milky Way at Cherry Springs BFSP#2. Hi James, While hardworking Pennsylvanians like you and me pay taxes to state coffers, state officials have allowed big gas drilling companies like Exxon Mobil and Halliburton to get a free ride. Pennsylvania remains the only major gas-drilling state in the country that doesn't charge drilling companies a fee for the valuable resource that they remove from underneath our state lands. Meanwhile, as our schools, parks and fire departments take huge budget cuts, the Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center estimates that the gas industry has already avoided paying $77 million in taxes for this invaluable resource. The gas industry has been brazen in its opposition to paying its fair share in Pennsylvania. One industry representative went as far as saying that they gladly pay a severance tax in every state where they're active - except Pennsylvania.

At the same time, the industry already has a track record of brazen environmental degradation - a new study just came out showing that since 2008, drilling companies have committed over 950 violations of our state and federal environmental laws. So PennEnvironment is working to make sure that the industry pays its fair share - and that a portion of this money is directed to fund the state's cornerstone environmental programs. Please click the link below to e-mail your legislators today and tell them to make sure that the gas industry pays its fair share - and that a portion of this money goes towards protecting Pennsylvania's environment. Thanks, as always, for making it all possible. Sincerely, David Masur PennEnvironment Director.

Nate Delong to race 358 Modified division Delong Motorsports wrapped their 2010 season up this past Saturday at the Woodhull Raceway with the final points race. Going into Saturday, Nate had the 6th spot already locked while brother Eric was in 11th, just a mere 6 points out of 10th. Nate would go on to win his heat and brother Eric who also raced in the same heat would finish right behind him in 2nd. This would set the feature line-up with Eric starting 2nd and Nate starting 7th.

When the dust finally settled on the 25 lap feature event, Eric would come across in the 4th spot while Nate battle to the 6th spot, giving Eric enough points to take over the 10th spot in the standings in just his 1st full year of racing. 'It's one thing when you finish top 10 in points but when you have 2 cars and both of them finish in the top 10, then you really feel good about the year', Eric stated after Saturdays race. Now that the points races have ended, the team has decided not to race any other shows this year and will begin work on the cars in prepartion for the 2011 season. Starting next year, for the 1st time since 2006, you wont see the 1n machine in the Crate Sportsman class as Nate will pilot his machine in the 358 division, while brother Eric will continue to look for his first win of his career as he will remain with in the Crate division. Delong Motorsports would like to thank all of their 2010 sponsors who made this year possible: Grovers Port-A-Toilet Toms Tree Service Troups Creek Auto Parts Corp. The Carpenter Shop Citizens&Northern Bank Jenigans Auto Body Watson Extreme Karting MandiLand Inc The team would also like to thank Jim Nolton for pit help and hauling the cars when needed.

Before he made a speech today in his ongoing push for a 'significant' natural gas severance tax, Gov. Ed Rendell told a group of protestors worried about Marcellus Shale natural gas drilling that a moratorium on drilling like New York state has enacted will never happen here. 'I would like tomorrow to be able to comb my hair in a pompadour,' the balding Mr. Rendell told one of the protestors, 'but it's not going to happen.'

The first reason, he said, is 'because I disagree with you; I think we can find a balance' between encouraging the natural gas industry growth and keeping the environment safe. 'The second reason is because it doesn't matter what I think.

The Legislature will never vote for a moratorium.' Instead, Pennsylvanians concerned about the natural gas industry should join him in pushing the Legislature to enact a 'robust severance tax' over the next month, he said. Facebook For Business The Potter County Education Council will hold a “Facebook for Business” Course at the Coudersport office.

This workshop will provide a hands-on opportunity to learn the benefits of using Facebook as a social networking marketing tool for your business. Facebook is not just for keeping tabs on friends and completing quizzes – it can also be used as a highly effective business tool. It’s great for marketing your products, connecting with and building relationships with your customers, and ultimately making sales. This seminar will introduce you to Facebook basics while emphasizing how these basics can be used within your business to promote your products and/or services.

Keep in mind that social networking tools are new and are constantly being developed; we will also look at some areas of concern and learn how to safeguard your information and work wisely in these environments. The date for this course is Tuesday, September 28, 2010 from 8:30 am - Noon and the cost is $25.00 Prep-registration is required. To register call the SBDC at (814) 393-2060 or toll free at (877) 292-1843. Troopers say Jeffrey E. Baker, 21, of Eldred, PA, was driving too fast for conditions Friday at 7:00 pm when he wrecked his 2008 Sebring on Route 120, south of Stillhouse Road, in Lumber Township, Cameron County. Bake was traveling east on Route 120 when he traveled off the roadway and into a utility pole. His car then struck an embankment prior to coming to rest off the right side of the roadway.

Baker was wearing his seatbelt and was not injured. He will be cited for not traveling at a safe speed. Hi, I'm currently a student at Gannon, but originally from Port Allegany, so I keep up to date with what's going on at home via your site. We received this message today from our on campus police department.

I was wondering if you could forward this onto your readers? They sure were a big help with the Kanzius and Pepsi Grant and I think this grant would do wonders for our community here. Thanks so much and great job with your site!!

The Erie County District Attorney needs your help in obtaining a $25,000 ErieAlert Grant from “Markham Mark of Distinction.” The ErieAlert Grant is to help neighborhood watch groups create better communications with police departments. The grant also offers scholarships to students who volunteer to help neighborhood watch groups post live police call information into ErieAlert on Twitter for people to follow on their computers and smart phones. To help, all you have to do is to click on then the vote for finalist button and then AlertErie which has 27% of the vote. You can vote once a day from each of your e-mail addresses. Let’s take ErieAlert to first place!

Emily Taft Activities Programming Board, President Gamma Sigma Sigma, VP of Service and Philanthropy University Ambassador. HELP 'BAIL-ME OUT' OF JAIL Hello to all of my friends/patients that live in the Solomons Words for the Wise area.

I am going to be going to jail on Sept. 22,2010 from 12 to 1pm.

I will be raising money for Muscular Dystrophy. I need to be bailed out at the tune of $800.00. I am doing this so a child with Muscular Dystrophy can go to summer camp. $30.00 pays for flu shots, $500.00 assists one child a year to repair their wheelchair or leg braces. Feel free to call me at 716-244-3682 or email me @ pearllpn@yahoo.com with any pledges.

Thanks so much God Bless. Pearl Harris LPN. Two Emporium residents were injured Saturday at 6:25 am when the driver swerved to miss 3 deer in the road and rolled the vehicle on it's roof. Greene, 29, and his passenger, Trisha M. Bauer, 32, both of Emporium were transported to Elk Regional Medical Center in St.

Marys for treatment of what troopers called moderate injuries. Both were wearing seat belts. The crash occurred as Greene swerved his 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Z71 to avoid three deer that crossed into it's northbound path of travel on Rt. 155, just south of Gardeau Road in Portage Township. The vehicle struck the third deer causing the vehicle to fishtail.

The rear tires slid on the earthen berm, caught and rolled it onto it's roof. Both occupants were injured and transported by Emporium Ambulance to Elk Regional. PSP was assisted at the scene by Emporium Fire Department and Ramsey's Garage. Bob Harris, a staff member at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, who crafted an antique-style terrarium out of Australian silkwood for the annual Auction for the Arts gala.

The gala, which benefits the Arts Endowment Fund, at Pitt-Bradford will be held Sept. 18 and will feature a Hollywood theme and will auction trips, fine collectibles and more. PITT-BRADFORD PLANS SECOND ANNUAL AUCTION FOR THE ARTS GALA BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will roll out the red carpet for its second annual gala art auction to benefit the Pitt-Bradford Arts Endowment. The Hollywood-themed evening begins at 6:30 p.m. 18 in Blaisdell Hall at the university and includes a live and silent auction, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and entertainment both before and after the auction.

“The auction committee has outdone itself in putting together a Hollywood-venue event that will ‘wow’ everyone,” said Gail McDonough, chairwoman of the committee. “While last year’s event was extremely successful, this year’s promises to be even better.” Tickets for the auction are $65 and may be purchased by calling Patty Colosimo, assistant director of arts programming, at 814-362-5155. Tickets will not be available the night of the auction. A pair of musicians from the Southern Tier Symphony will play classical music and movie themes with Emily Tunstall-Frack on cello and Julia Tunstall on flute as guests arrive and browse the silent auction during the cocktail portion of the evening. The evening will end with popular music from the Golden Age of Hollywood as well as show tunes sung by Lynne Shannon accompanied by John Kytic on grand piano.

Items for the live auction include a weekend in Boston at the Marriott’s Custom House overlooking Boston Harbor complete with a $250 travel gift card; a one-of-a-kind eight-piece set of W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co. Stag-handled steak knives donated by the company; and a numbered lithograph by renowned folk artist Jane Woostser Scott, “Concert on the Lawn.” Other items include fine collectibles, including Baccarat, Murano and Waterford crystal; a kayak, and a hand-crafted terrarium designed and created by Pitt-Bradford’s master gardener Bob Harris from rare woods.

In all, more than 40 items and packages will be available, starting at $35. Featured items can be seen and bid on at www.upb.pitt.edu/artauction.aspx. Those unable to attend the evening’s auction can also submit bids online. “Once again, individuals and businesses in the community have been extremely generous in donating items and providing sponsorships for this worthwhile cause,” McDonough said. Thanks to corporate sponsors, all of the proceeds from the evening will go to the Arts Endowment Fund, which supports the university’s premier Prism Series, curriculum-based Spectrum Series and popular children’s series now in its third year, Kaleidoscope. Corporate level sponsors include American Refining Group, Bradford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Group, Luis Gonzales, M.D., Manning & Napier Foundation, Metz & Associates Ltd., Zippo Manufacturing Co. And two anonymous donors.

SMITSON, 56, of Roulette, PA, formerly of Ulysses, PA, died Sunday, September 5, 2010 in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY. Born May 10, 1954, in Blossburg, PA, she was the daughter of Guy R. And Ada Ribble Seeley. Surviving are: her husband, David Smitson of Westons Mills, NY; two daughters, Bridget (Robert Pilon) Smitson of Westons Mills, NY and Paula (Jason Werts) Shaffer of Roulette; two grandchildren, Mackenzie Pilon and Dalton Pilon; a step-grandson, RJ Pilon; father and step-mother, Guy and Carol Seeley of Westfield; a step-daughter, Louise Colon of Roulette; two sisters, Darlene (James Woodham) Scully of Dansville, NY and Gail (Tim Moon) Palys of Whites Corners, PA; a brother, Guy (Sarah) Seeley, Jr. Of Andrews Settlement, PA; a step-sister, Tracey (Brian Webster) Bentley of Westfield, PA; a step-brother, Ronald (Deborah) Beach of Westfield; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother; a brother, Richard G. Seeley; two sisters, Betty Seeley and Virginia Seeley.

A graveside service will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, September 11, 2010 in the Riverview Cemetery, Potter Brook, PA. Arrangements are entrusted to the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA. Grant Writing and Budget Issues Workshop to Be Held At PCEC The Potter County Education Council will hold a “Grant Writing and Budget Issues” Workshop at the Coudersport Office of the Potter County Education Council. In this course, you will learn in a “hands-on” style fundamentals of searching for grants, writing grant proposals and understanding the administration that is associated with grants. You will have the opportunity to work with an experienced grant writer and ask all of your questions. Linda Delaney, assistant director of sponsored programs, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, will be the speaker.

This is a great opportunity for non-profit organizations. The dates for this seminar are Tuesday, September 14, 21, 28 and October 5 from 6 – 8 p.m. The cost for the course will be $99 per person. Pre-registration for this class is required. Call 1 – 800 872-1787 option 2 and ask for Laurie Dennis. For detailed class topics, go to our website under special events.

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Moshier, 88, of 11 South First Street, Bradford, passed away, Monday, September 6th, 2010 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center. Born November 16, 1921, in Corning, NY, he was a son of the late Leon S. And Nina (Mastin) Moshier. On September 5, 1950 in Wellsboro he married Angie C. Cosentino who survives Mr. Moshier was a 1939 graduate of Wellsboro High School.

He enlisted in the United States Navy on April 16, 1942, he served during WW II and was honorably discharged on December 17,1945. After the service he attended Tri State College in Angola Indiana and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Radio Engineering and Administrative Engineering in 1952. He worked at Westinghouse in Sunbury, PA and then in 1955 he moved to Kitchener, Ontario, Canada to work at Electrohome in Kitchener and in 1960 he moved to Bradford, to work at Corning Glass, then Airco Speer until 1980, and J.C.

Penney until 1986. Also during that time he was a school bus driver for the Bradford Area School District from 1980-2001 retiring at the age of 80. He was a Scout Master of the St.

Francis Church Troop #14, and served on many District Committees for the Allegany-Highlands Boy Scout Council. He was awarded the Silver Beaver Award for his scouting efforts.

He was also awarded the St. George award for Boy Scouts by the Erie Catholic Diocese and was a James B. West Fellow of Boy Scouts of America. He was a member of the Bradford Township Lions Club where he served many years as treasurer and president as well as chairperson of several committees. He was awarded the Melvin Jones Award. He was a member of the 50+ Group at St. Francis Church.

In addition to his wife Angie he is survived by a daughter, Linda M. (John) Lorenzo of Kane, two sons Mark V. (Diane) Moshier of Flower Mound, TX, and Gary P. (Cherie) Moshier of Pittsburgh, a sister, Genevieve Erway of Portland, OR, seven grandchildren; Brian (Erin) Moshier, Sandra (Kevin) Clark, Katherine Moshier, Michael Moshier, Christopher Moshier, Johnny Lorenzo and Nicholas Lorenzo, one great granddaughter, Meghan Moshier and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers Ralph & Ned. Family will be receiving friends on Thursday, September 9, 2001, from 3 to 5 & 7 to 9pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. East Main St., where funeral and committal services will be held at 11:00am on Friday, September 10th, with Father Samuel B.

Slocum, pastor of St. Francis Church and Rev. Gallina pastor of St. Bernard Church co-officiating. Burial will be in Gibbs Hill Cemeter.y Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Boy Scouts of America or Bradford Township Lions Club 1174 East Main Street Bradford, PA. On line condolences may be made.

KNIGHTS TO SPONSOR PUNT, PASS, & KICK CONTEST Local youth are reminded that the Knights of Columbus along with the Coudersport Falcon football team, will sponsor the annual Punt, Pass, and Kick contest this Saturday, September 11th at Coudersport Recreation Park (CARP). First, second and third place trophies will be awarded for each six to 15 year old age group, with additional trophies awarded for the top three female overall winners. Registration forms can be obtained from local area schools. While contestants can register on the day of the event, the sponsors are asking for advance registration to ease the check-in process. The gates to CARP will open at 10:00 AM and check in must be completed by 10:30 AM. The Coudersport Sports Boosters will have the concession stand open and your patronage would be greatly appreciated.

Tougher penalties for poachers went into effect today, and the game commission says they hope this will reverse the state’s reputation as a haven for chronic poachers. Under the new rules, poachers face heavier fines and the possibility of jail time. Game Commission Director Carl Roe says the state used to consider big game poaching the legal equivalent of a traffic ticket. Now they could face criminal court. Roe says the poaching of a single deer now carries a minimum fine of $1,000 and could result up to 90 days in jail and a five-year hunting license revocation.

Heavier penalties including jail terms up to three years are possible for repeat offenders. For more information, go. Posted by Anne. Bennett, Jr., 77, of 54 Hobson Place, passed away, Sunday, September 5th, 2010 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center. Born June 6, 1933, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Milo F. And Mary (Cunningham) Bennett, Sr. On September 8, 1962 in Bradford he married Carol J.

(Winkie) Bennett who survives. Bennett was a graduate of Bradford High School. On July 1, 1953 he enlisted in the United States Navy, he served during the Korean War as a diesel engine operator aboard the USS Kyne.

He was honorably discharged on June 12, 1957. He worked as a plasterer and drywall specialist for Cummings Construction, Swanson and Sons and then for Arvid 'Slim' Johnson. He was a member of the Hanley Park Horseshoe Club and the Smethport American Legion. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, horseshoes, and sports especially the Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Pirates and NASCAR Racing. He attended West Branch United Methodist Church.

In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughters: Jill Bennett of Bradford and Amy Kuhaneck of Greencastle, two sons: David Bennett and Greg Bennett both of Bradford, two sisters: Kathy Coletti of Oxford, NC, and Linda Williams of Bradford, 6 grandchildren: Brittany Bennett, Kara Bennett, Gretchen Bennett, Carli Bennett, Abbey Hushon and Addison Kuhaneck, one great grandson, Dominic Lupold and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters; Sylvia Crawford and Peggy Antonelli and two brothers Philip Bennett and Gene Bennett Family will be receiving friends on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 from 7 to 9pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.

Where funeral and committal services will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, September 9th, with Rev. Max Miller officiating. Committal services and Military Honors will be accorded in Willow Dale Cemetery. Memorials, if desired, may be made to the United Way of Bradford PO Box 504 Bradford, PA 16701.

Online condolences may be made. ELDRED — Sandra Lea Hand, 71, of The Jenny L. Manor, Eldred, and formerly of Rixford, passed away Sunday (Sept. 5, 2010) at the Bradford Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. Frame Funeral Home, Eldred, is in charge of arrangements.

COUDERSPORT — Melissa A. Merrick, 56, of Coudersport, died Sunday (Sept. 5, 2010) in Buffalo (N.Y.) General Hospital following a brief illness. Arrangements are under the direction of the Fickinger Funeral Home of Coudersport. EMPORIUM — William R. Clark, 62, of Driftwood, died Thursday (Sept. 2, 2010) in his home.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Coppersmith-Condon Funeral Home. Moshier, 88, of 11 S. First St., passed away Monday (Sept. 6, 2010) at Bradford Regional Medical Center. Arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

PHILADELPHIA — Lisa H. Tanner, 33, formerly of Coryville, died Monday (Sept. 6, 2010) in Philadelphia following a long illness. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred.

Pennsylvania Cable Network, shown locally on Zito Media cable channel 22, is sponsoring two special call-in programs dealing with many issues surrounding Marcellus Shale natural gas drilling issues in Pennsylvania. Viewers will be able to share their comments and questions by dialing toll-free at 1-877-726-5001.

Programs are scheduled as follows:. Tuesday, Sept. 7 (7 pm): Economic Impact of Marcellus Shale with guests Matthew Brouillette, president of the Commonwealth Foundation; and Sharon Ward, executive director of the Pa. Budget and Policy Center. Wednesday, Sept. 8 (7 pm): Marcellus Shale and the Environment with guests Lou D’Amico, executive director of the Pa Independent Oil and Gas Association, and John Hanger, Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection. This program will be followed at 8 by an interview with U.S.

Bob Casey on Marcellus Shale drilling safety issues. Additionally, on Thursday, Sept. 9 (7 pm), PCN will host a Marcellus Shale town hall meeting at Washington and Jefferson College live at 7 pm. The panel consisting of academic, industry, government and state agency representatives, including: Myron Arnowitt, state director of Clean Water Action; DEP Secretary John Hanger; Matt Pitzarella, director of public affairs for Range Resources; David Yoxtheimer, extension associate for the Penn State Marcellus Initiative for Outreach and Resources, and Angela Zimmerlink, Fayette County Commissioner. For those who cannot access PCN on cable, the programs are being streamed on the network’s website,. Photo above from gas well site near Conrad, Potter County, by Curt Weinhold. Troopers have filed charges against two Coudersport men for a burglary that occurred August 3, 2008 at Friendly Core Company, RD#1, Box 40, Route 44 North, Shinglehouse, PA Randy Aglira, 36, and Anthony Duell, 25, both of Coudersport, PA, were arrested on warrants on August 18, 2010.

They are charges with BURGLARY; THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING;CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY, AND CRIMINAL MISCHIEF. Both were arraigned before District Judge Barbara Easton, who set bail at $25,000. The men were unable to post bail and were committed to the Potter County Jail. DORN HOUSE DEDICATION SEPT. 10 AT PITT-BRADFORD BRADFORD, Pa.

– The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will dedicate its newest residence hall, Sarah B. Dorn House, at 4 p.m. After an introduction by Dr. Livingston Alexander, president, the program for the day will feature remarks by Craig A.

Hartburg, chairman of the Pitt-Bradford Advisory Board; Joseph W. Fink, associate vice chancellor for facilities management, University of Pittsburgh; Howard L. Fesenmyer, a close friend of Dorn’s and executive secretary of the Blaisdell Foundation; and Jacob Loree, president of the Student Government Association and a chemistry major from Warren.

Following a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony, tours of the residence hall will be given and light refreshments will be served. The 103-bed Dorn House is the third residence hall to open on campus in five years. Located across the loop road from Fisher Hall, the $5.45-million residence hall is being named in honor of Sarah B. Dorn, co-owner of Zippo Manufacturing Co. And a benefactor of the university.

“This residence hall is going to have a major impact on our ability to house students,” Alexander said, noting that for the first time in several years, no students will be living at the Best Western hotel on Davis Street in Bradford. Dorn House will bring the on-campus resident capacity to nearly 1,000 students. It is a three-story building with two-, four- and five-person suites.

Each bedroom will have a private bathroom, cable hookup, telephone jack and computer port. Students will share a living room, kitchen and storage area. Although it was not approved until late last year, the new residence hall went up in record time thanks in part to using the design of a residence hall built in 2005, Reed-Coit House. Alexander spoke about naming the residence hall for Dorn. “Sarah Dorn is a longstanding and very generous supporter of our campus,” he said, “and the naming of this new residence hall in her honor is a reflection of our profound and sincere gratitude to her.” Dorn is the daughter of Zippo founder George G. Blaisdell, who was legendary in Bradford for his generosity. Dorn has followed in his footsteps in both industry and charity.

She has been an honorary member of the Pitt-Bradford Advisory Board since 1999. With her son, George Duke, co-owner of Zippo and W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co., Dorn has provided generous gifts to Pitt-Bradford, including $1.2 million from Zippo and $1.3 million from the Philo and Sarah Blaisdell Foundation, as well as individual gifts. Dorn’s gifts have supported academic programs, scholarships, international travel funds for students and faculty, technology enhancements, athletic programs, a library memorial fund and the arts. In 1993, she and her sister, Harriett Wick, were honored with the Presidential Medal of Distinction, the highest honor given by Pitt-Bradford. Prior to that, Dorn and Wick founded the Miriam Barcroft Blaisdell Annual Scholarships, which has helped more than 2,000 students who have attended Pitt-Bradford.

In 2005, the Blaisdell Family, including Dorn, Wick and Duke, was inducted into the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning Society. Photo of the Sarah B. Dorn House, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s newest residence hall, which will be dedicated Friday, Sept. Masonic Scholarship Lobster Dinner - September 11th - Tickets are Limited and Advance Sales end this Sunday!!!

(Today) Coudersport's Eulalia Lodge #342 will be hosting a Lobster Dinner starting at 6 PM on Saturday, September 11th at the Coudersport Consistory dining hall to benefit the local Masonic Scholarship fund. Ticket sales are limited and are $ 25 per person and must be purchased in advance, no later than Sunday, September 5th. Tickets are available at the Coudersport Consistory office between 8 AM and 3 PM Monday through Friday, or by contacting Steve Erway at Northwest Savings Bank in Coudersport, or by calling Bart Ianson at 274-7650 or Neil Miller at 274-0416.

Steak has been added as an optional entree for those that do not prefer whole Maine Lobster. Meals will include shrimp cocktail, corn on the cob, potato, salad, and beverage of choice, including draft beer at no additional charge. Tim Walck will be entertaining and 50/50 drawings, give-aways & lottery tickets have been scheduled. Distrola, 58, of 182 Rutherford Run Bradford, passed away Saturday, September 4th, 2010 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Erie after a brave battle with cancer. Born April 24, 1952, in Bradford she was a daughter of the late Lawrence E. Carty and Ruth A.

(Cooper) Carty who survives her of Bradford. She was a 1970 graduate of Bradford High School. On September 18, 1972 in Bradford she married Robert A. Distrola who died on March 3, 2005. She was employed as a Quality Control Technician at Zippo Manufacturing Company for over 38 years.

She was a member of Bradford Baptist Church, and enjoyed reading, painting portraits, working on craft projects, and was active in local area bowling leagues. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving in addition to her mother, is one daughter, Tina M. (Matthew) Gardner of Bradford, three sisters: Terri Walter, Wendy Arnett, and Bambi (Tim) Bryant, all of Bradford, one brother, Larry (Lori) Carty of Bradford, two granddaughters: Andrea Dow, and Lily Dow, and several nieces and nephews, one god son. She will be greatly missed by her dogs JoJo, and Sassy Sue. Family will be receiving friends on Wednesday September 8th, 3-5pm & 7-9pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.

East Main St. Where funeral and committal services will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, September 9th, with Rev. Dan Mills pastor officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery. Memorials, if desired, may be made to the charity of the donor's choice or McKean County SPCA PO Box 113 Bradford, PA 16701 or American Cancer Society McKean Co. Unit PO Box 67 Bradford, PA 16701. On line condolences may be made.

'Gasland,' a documentary about the natural gas industry in Pennsylvania, is a national hit The movie 'Gasland' — about the environmental hazards of drilling and fracking shale for natural gas — has become a national sensation. The documentary has aired repeatedly on HBO in recent months. Critics, including some Pennsylvania government officials, say it's a shameless piece of propaganda riddled with inaccuracies. Fans say it opened their eyes to what really happens when drillers come to town. Either way, it has become a force to be reckoned with in the ongoing political debate over Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania.

The film will be shown outdoors Tuesday in Reservoir Park. Director Josh Fox is a native of Wayne County, and much of the film focuses on Pennsylvania problems and policies. In an interview last week, Fox spoke about the film’s impact and local developments since its release. Oversize Load On Rt. 6 Gets $8,000. Fine On Friday at 9:30 am, Troopers conducted a commercial vehicle inspection on Route 6 in Sweden Township.

A 2007 Kenworth Tractor Trailer and a 2006 XL Flatbed Trailer owned by motor carrier-KS & D Rentals, Inc of Woodward, OK, driven by Walter James Beck, 55, of Oklahoma, was stopped and inspected. The vehicle was hauling oil field equipment which was an oversize load on Route 6. It was found the oversize permit was inaccurate. The tractor-trailer registrations was found to be expired along with other violations. The vehicle was placed out of service and oversize permit was confiscated. Six citations were issued totaling more than $8,000.00 in fines. An Ontario motorcyclist and his passenger were injured Friday afternoon at 5:20 pm on Route 449 in Genesee Township, when their Harley struck a deer, causing them to lose control.

The crash occurred as Scott A Weller, 46, of Oakville, ON, was cycling on his 2010 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Screaming Eagle southbound on Route 449, about 4.6 miles north of Route 49, with Shelley A. Sheppard, 46 of Oakville, ON as his passenger. A deer entered the roadway from the east embankment and crossed into the southbound lane.

The motorcycle collided with the deer causing Weller to lose control of his motorcycle. The Harley fell on it's right side and slid several hundred feet, coming to rest on the west shoulder of Rt. Weller and Sheppard fell from the cycle after impact. Weller suffered minor abrasions from contact with the pavement. Sheppard was transported to Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville, NY, by Genesee Ambulance for treatment of multiple abrasions to her head, left leg, and right knee. A helicopter that was summoned for her was not able to respond due to the weather. Wellsville Fire Dept.

Was summoned to set up a landing zone in Wellsville, but was recalled when the flight was cancelled. Wellsville ALS responded to the scene. Neither Weller or Sheppard were wearing helmets. Kightlinger Motors towed the cycle.

Troopers were assisted by Genesee Ambulance and Fire Rescue personnel on scene. A Galeton man was flown to Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre on Tuesday after crashing his pickup truck on Button Hollow Road, 1.3 miles east of Route 144 in West Branch Township. Gilbert, 82, of Galeton, PA, was driving a 1993 Ford F-150 XL pickup truck east on Button Hollow road when he came upon a slow moving excavator traveling in the same direction. He moved to the eastern edge of the road, waiting for an oncoming vehicle to pass the excavator and his pickup. Gilbert apparently moved over a little too close to the edge of the roadway.

He lost control of the vehicle and it rolled toward the passenger side of the vehicle and descended a 15 foot embankment, causing the truck to overturn onto it's roof at the bottom of the embankment where it came to rest. Galeton Ambulance EMS personnel and Medics stabilized Gilbert who was not wearing a seat belt. He complained of severe head and neck pain and was transported from the scene to a landing zone at the Black Forest Snowmobile Club where he was flown by Life Net 7-7 medical helicopter to Robert Packer Hospital. Gaines Garage of Gaines, PA, removed the vehicle from the scene. Members of Goodyear Hose Company and Germania Fire Company assisted troopers at the scene. Gilbert was issued a warning for Careless Driving and Restraint Systems.

A Coudersport man was not hurt when his truck went off Vader Hill Road and rolled onto it's roof Thursday at 4:10 pm. Troopers said Robert L. Renziehausen, Jr., 61, of Coudersport, PA, was driving a 1992 Dodge Power Ram 250 east along Vader Hill Road, 1/2 mile west of Dutch Hill Road. He was attempting to negotiate a slight left hand curve in the roadway, when his vehicle began traveling off the south embankment, ultimately rolling onto it's roof.

Renziehausen told troopers he was unaware of how the incident happened. He was able to exit the vehicle on his own.

He was wearing a lap and shoulder belt and sustained no injuries. His vehicle sustained disabling damage to the windshield and roof. It was towed from the scene by Kightlinger Motors. Renziehausen will be charged with (not) DRIVING VEHICLE AT SAFE SPEED in District Court 55-3-01.

Relaxation of some proposed puppy mill regulations has them biting back with billboards. By GIL SMART, Associate Editor It was supposed to be a great day for dogs, according to Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell C. In late August a state panel approved new regulations for Pennsylvania dog breeders. Part of Act 119, the landmark dog law bill passed in 2008, the new rules would, for the first time, regulate ventilation, lighting, humidity and flooring in Pennsylvania's 111 commercial dog-breeding kennels. 'We have the highest standards for dogs raised in kennels' in the nation, Redding said. And the activists who fought so hard for the dog law, he said, should be both ecstatic and proud. Instead, they're seething — and vowing to go to court to prevent the regulations from being implemented.

At issue is a provision that would permit pregnant or nursing dogs to be housed in cages with wire flooring, and another that would prevent some dogs from having unfettered access to an outdoor exercise area. Animal advocates say the inclusion of these provision undermines the law and will harm the dogs the legislation is supposed to protect. Now, Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett must review the new regulations and sign off on them; Redding expects that will happen in the next few weeks, and if it does the laws would go into effect next July. None of this will happen without a fight, activists say. MVA In Farmers Valley At 12:50 pm on Saturday, Smethport Dept.

2 and Priority Care Ambulance were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident near the Valley Inn on Route 46 in Farmers Valley. Potter, 28, of Roulette, PA, was driving a 1991 Ford Tempo south on Route 46. As she attempted to round a left hand curve, the vehicle left the west side of the roadway. When Potter attempted to steer back onto the road, she overcompensated and lost control of the vehicle. It left the west side of the road and impacted a ditch. Her vehicle went up the ditch for a short distance before impacting a tree, where the vehicle came to rest. Potter was wearing a seat belt and was not injured in the crash.

Troopers said she will be charged with CARELESS DRIVING. Candidate: No severance tax for Marcellus Shale By C.J. Marshall (STAFF WRITER) TOWANDA - While stumping in Bradford County on Friday, Republican candidate for Pennsylvania lieutenant governor James Cawley re-emphasized his running mate Tom Corbett's stand against imposing a severance tax on gas drilling industries who have been tapping into the Marcellus Shale.

Cawley, a Bucks County Commissioner, was at the Bradford County Courthouse on Friday campaigning for himself and Corbett, who is the Republican gubernatorial candidate in Pennsylvania. The commonwealth currently has no severance tax on natural gas operations, a fact which has been heavily discussed by the state legislature for the past several months. A movement has been afoot in Harrisburg to impose a severance tax by October, and if approved by Gov. Ed Rendell would become law before Pennsylvania's new governor would be inaugurated following the General Election in November. Corbett has expressed his opposition to a natural gas severance tax, and Cawley elaborated on his running-mate's position during a question-and-answer session Friday at the courthouse.

'We believe a severance tax on the Marcellus Shale is basically - to use the analogy - it's killing the goose that lays the golden eggs, and then cutting the goose open and finding that there are no eggs inside,' Cawley explained. 'If you make the tax structure in Pennsylvania uncompetitive with the rest of the country when it comes to natural gas exploration, those natural gas drillers are going to move somewhere else.' Do You Remember These Moments? September is a time to be back in school. In the 50's, 60's and 70's along with school came the sock hops, the poodle skirts, v-neck sweaters and bobby socks.

Music was an important part of life during those years. You will be able to hear this music once again as it was played on the jukebox at the Sugar Bowl and McKenzies. The Port Allegany class of 1960 is presenting a live musical revue with musicians, singers and dancers. This show was written by Paul Herzig for the Potter Players to perform at the Consistory in Coudersport last September.

It was so much fun and so well received that we thought it would be good to repeat it here in Port Allegany. The show is being sponsored by the Port Allegany High School Class of 1960 (celebrating their 50 year reunion); Friends of the Library; the S.W. Smith Library board of directors, the Port Allegany United Methodist Church and Joel A. Anderson and Company, CPA, PC to benefit the library building fund. Open to the public, ' Moments to Remember' will be performed in the high school auditorium at 7:00 P.M. On September 24, 2010. That date was chosen to coincide with the 'All-Class Reunion' (Alumni) on the following evening.

The tunes chosen for performance should bring back many fond memories to the graduates of those years and expose their younger friends and family to some of the culture of the 50's, 60's and 70's. The principals involved in the production are: Paul Herzig, director; Joel Anderson, assistant; Carey Boyer, accompanist; Jack Krone, band director; Nancy Evens and Anna Fair, staging; Cheryl Brown, costumes; Sandy Johnson, choreography; Tim Bennett, sound system. Tickets are available in at the door or pre-sale: Port Pharmacy 814-642-2871, S.W. Smith Public Library and Joel Anderson CPA 814-642-9900. Jean L Snyder of Roulette, Pa, formerly of Coudersport died August 30, 2010 at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital after a lengthly illness. Born on March 11, 1929 in Coudersport, she was the daughter of Thomas L and Margaret Thompson Toles who preceded her in death.

On April 20, 1946 she married Donald L (Stub) Snyder, Sr of Coudersport who preceded her in death on March 23, 1999. She was also preceded in death by a brother Frederick Foster and a sister June Marie Foster. She attended Coudersport High School. She was a homemaker who loved her family, dogs, shopping and socializing. She was a past member of the Coudersport Methodist Church and a past member of the American Legion Auxilliary. Surviving are two sons Thomas L (Shirley) Snyder and Donald L Snyder, Jr of Roulette, a grandson, Donald L (Kelli) Snyder of Roulette, a granddaughter Shelby Lynn Snyder of Shinglehouse. Several great grandchildren Zackery and Mia Snyder of Roulette.

Two great step-grandchildren Vincent Langworthy and Ashli Langworthy of Roulette. One step great grand child Harli Heller of Roulette. There will be no visitation.

A memorial service will be held from 1 or 4 pm on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at the American Legion in Coudersport. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association, the American Lung Association or a charity of the donors choice. Commercial Vehicle 36,000 Lbs Overweight A Louisiana driver of a 2009 Volvo Truck licensed to New Jersey Motor Carrier was stopped for a commercial motor vehicle inspection on Thursday at 9:30 pm in Sweden Township, Potter County. The vehicle was traveling on Route 44, which is a posted 10 ton road, without an overweight permit. The vehicle was found to be 36,000 lbs. Over the legal limit along with other violations. Three citations were issued to Devon Scott Beeler, 46, of Gonzales, LA, the driver, and Haas Environmental, Inc., the motor carrier, totaling more than $19,000.00.

Jers' Fair, 86, of 153 Main Street Bradford, passed away Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center. Born May 9, 1924, in Kushequa, he was a son of the late Patsy and Mary (Perry) Fair.

He attended local schools. Fair was a veteran of the United States Army and served with the 81st Airborne Tank Battalion during WWII. He was formerly married to Ginger Hensley. He was employed in the middle ring at Dresser Manufacturing retiring in 1989. He was a member of St.

Bernard Church, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Union Local 1644, he enjoyed playing golf, and reading. Surviving is one granddaughter, Michelle Whitmer, two grandsons: Michael Hensley and Jeff Anderson, he is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Rose Fowler and Fannie Scrivo, four brothers: Mike Fair, Alex Fair, Chuck Fair and Paul Masci. At the family's request there will be no visitation. Friends will be invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in St.

Bernard Church at a later time and date to be announced. Arraignments are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes.

Burial will be in in St. Bernard Cemetery.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to St. Bernard Church Building Fund PO Box 2394 Bradford, PA 16701, or the charity of the donors choice. Online condolences may be made.