Solomon's Words for the Wise (2024)

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
427 AM EDT Mon Sep 2 2024
…FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT
TUESDAY FOR THE NORTHWEST MOUNTAINS…

* WHAT…Temperatures in the mid to upper 30s may result in frost
formation in the deepest valleys of northwest Pennsylvania.

* WHERE…Elk, McKean, and Potter Counties.

* WHEN…From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive
outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Take steps now to protect tender plants and vegetation from the cold.

The frost will occur mainly in valley locations.

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On September 2, at 3:24 pm Wilcox Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to a traumatic injury call on Wilcox Rd. A person has fallen in a hole with a possible compound leg fracture. Air Medical has been requsted

On September 2, at 1:17 pm Big Elm and Millerton Fire Depts. were dispatched to Ronny Run Rd. for a storage van fire endangering structures.

Jolene L. Weaver

Jolene L. Weaver, 83, of Youngsville, PA., died on Sunday September 1, 2024, in her home at the Rouse Manor on her 83^rd birthday after an extended illness.

She was born on September 1, 1941, in Titusville, PA., and was the daughter of the late John and Doris Gifford Phillips. She has resided in Warren area since 1979. Jolene was employed with the Blair Corporation for 21 years, serving in several positions in the returns department, auditing, training and inspections, retiring in 2001. She was a commissioner of the Warren County Housing Authority, serving as treasurer. Jolene enjoyed her time and friends made by living at the Rouse Manor, especially her time with her best friend, Carole Schreiber.

She is survived by 4 Children –Jeffrey, Brad, Tonia, and Terry; 1 Sister – Lola Hickle (Danzel) of Hebron, OH.; 7 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, James Crutchfield, and a brother, A. James Phillips.

A memorial service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Sanford Cemetery, Sanford, PA. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.

On September 2, at 11:49 am Shinglehouse Ambulance was dispatched to North Union St. for a female choking

MANSFIELD, PA (August 2024) FCCB (First Citizens Community Bank) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey White as its new Chief Operating Officer. Jeff brings a wealth of experience and a strategic vision to the role, promising to further enhance the bank’s operations, direction, growth and service to its communities. His expertise in risk management, financial oversight, and strategic planning will be invaluable as FCCB continues to grow and expand its services.

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Acting Up!, Hamilton-Gibson’s readers theatre program for adults 55 and older, will start up again for the 2024-2025 season on Tuesday,September 10 from 2:00-3:00pm in the Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main St. 2nd floor,Wellsboro. Since its beginning in 2002, an ever-changing group of fun-loving senior citizens has gathered in Wellsboro on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each monthfrom September through Mayto read stories, plays, and poems aloud.

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Galeton had a very wet August thanks to 8 thunderstorms. Severe flooding took place in Westfield, Knoxville and surroundingareas. Pine Creek overflowed throughout the valley. Galeton suffered waterline damage and the town was without water for the most part of 2 days. The sewage line was broken in the area of Clinton St. Many homes had floodedbasem*nts which resulted in damaged furnaces and water heaters. Electricity was off for 4 hours which, of course, shut down basem*nt sump pumps. I have lived in Galeton most of my life and I have never seen flooding like this. River Street was under water. The school and lower Germania Streets were saved by the dikes.
Many people have asked me “how muchrain did we get”. Here is the answer to that question. The monthly rainfall total was 10.25″ Last year we received 6.82″.

The major rainfall event occured with thunderstormsovernight on the 8th and early morning of the 9th. During that time I measured .84″ at 8am. From 8am to noon we received 2,54″ for a total of 3.38″ . That was a lotof rain in that 4 hour period. Other parts of the northerntier received more. Iy rushed down the ravines and hollows taking out bridges, roads and buildings.

We only had 13 days without measurablerainfall. We had 24 foggy mornings. We had morning readings mostly in the mid 60s and the afternoons warmed up into the 80’s.
The mowing season is almost over. Next it will be leaf raking time. Of course everyone knows what follows that.
I will enclose a photo of the Galeton waterfall, Falling Springs. It once was one of the 3 or 4 sources for excellent water.

Henry W. Lush National Weather Service Observer

06 2024-25 PC Spotlight on Sports for immediate release Sept. 1

Penn College teams off to slow start

Three of six Pennsylvania College of Technology fall sports teams opened their seasons over the weekend but came away winless.

Men’s Soccer

At first-time foe Centenary University on Friday, Penn College bested the home team in shots on goal, 8-6, but couldn’t find the back of the net in a 2-0 loss.

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Marie L. Richardson

Marie L. “Dolly” Richardson, 86, of Coudersport, formerly of Roulette, passed away with her loving family by her side on Sunday, September 1, 2024, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.

Invitation for Bids

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing Project, Ulysses, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.

This sidewalk and stair repair project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority. The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.

Invitation for Bids

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing Project, Ulysses, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Sidewalk and Stair Repair for Ulysses Family Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.

This sidewalk and stair repair project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority. The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.

Invitation for Bids

The Potter County Housing Authority will receive bids for Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing Project, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, at the office of the Owner, Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, until 2 P.M.; E.S.T., Friday, September 13, 2024, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud.

The bid envelope shall be marked “Flooring Renovations for Freeman House Elderly Housing”, and marked to the attention of Mr. Richard Duzick. Bidders will be notified as to bid results and disposition of contract award. Proposed forms of contract documents are on file at the office of the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, Pennsylvania 16915, and will be available for inspection.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $20 (nonrefundable) with the Potter County Housing Authority for each set of documents so obtained.

This flooring project requires PA prevailing wage rates. A set of current rates will be available upon request by bidder. Contact information for the PA Department of Labor Wage Rate Division will be available for questions.

By making a Bid, the Bidder represents that (s) he has visited the site, (site meeting date will be set), become familiar with local Conditions, under which the work is to be performed, and has correlated these observations with the requirements of the proposed Drawings and Specifications. Bidder also represents that (s) he has read and understands the Drawings and Specifications, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith.

Potter County Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn without the consent of the Potter County Housing Authority. The “invitation to bid” documentation is located on page IB-1 in the bid document. The Authority looks forward to receiving bids from Minority, and Woman-owned Businesses. Please feel free to contact Richard Duzick, Deputy Director at 814-274-7031 ext. 110, with any questions.

On September 2, at 7:21 am Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched Niles Hill Rd. for a woman fallen

On September 2, at 1:04 am Kane fire and Ambulance were dispatched for a motor vehicle accident at 9253 Rt. 6

On September 1, 8:07 pm Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Rt. 6 West for a woman fallen with possible injuries

Maude A. GOODENOUGH, 88, of Gold, PA, died Friday, August 30, 2024 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

Born January 11, 1936, in Whitesville, NY, she was the daughter of Robert Joseph and Lillian HulseSutton.

On July 27, 1957, in Ulysses, she married James N. Goodenough, who predeceased her on August 25, 2021.

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Ann L. (Haus) Krout, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Saturday, August 31, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 24, 1936 in Williamsport, PA, a daughter of the late Eugene H. and Helen C. (Horam) Haus and was married for 66 years to Larry D. Krout. Ann was an RN working for the York Hospital until her retirement in 1995 and attended the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro, PA.

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On September 1, at 1:43 pm Elkland Search and Rescue and Jay twp. were dispatched to Dents Run Rd. and Little Dents Rd. for a woman thrown from a horse in the woods with injuries

On September 1, at 1:09 pm Coudersport Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to Cherry Springs Rd. near the Rock Ridge Rd. intersection for a one-vehicle motorcycle accident with one injury. Air Medical has been requested

The Hamilton-Gibson Women’s Project seeks experienced male and female singers age14 and upfor this year’sHoliday Cabaretfeaturing unique tunesand holiday favorites in a festive cabaret atmosphere. Auditions are taking placeFriday, September 13 at 6:30pm,Saturday, September 14 at 10:30am, and Sunday, September 15 at 1:30pmatThe Warehouse Gallery3 Central Ave., Wellsboro, and performances are December 12, 13 and 14 at 7:30pm – also in theWarehouse Gallery space in Wellsboro.
This evening of holiday cheer is a 1940’s radio show style evening withanoriginal script written by Lilace Guignard of Wellsboro. The story follows the eventsof a call-in radio show on Christmas Eve in the year 1940, and has lots of humor, heart, wartime news and local lore. Solos, duets and group numbers will be performed, along with period commercials and newsbreaks.

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Debra K. Debbie Uplinger, 63, of Emporium, PA passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Tuesday afternoon (August 27, 2024). She was born January 30, 1961 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Guy and Dorothy M. Miller Uplinger.

Debbie graduated from Cameron Country High School. She worked at Motor Coil for a brief time and then at Olivett’s where she loved talking to everyone. She also worked cleaning UPMC Cole Emporium office. Debbie loved being with family, especially the children.

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Gloria D. “Toots” Stuckey “beloved mother, grandmother, and community volunteer”

Gloria D. “Toots” Stuckey, 86, a lifelong resident of Austin, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport, after a brief illness.

Toots was born on Sunday, April 10, 1938 at the family home in Austin, a daughter of Francis C. and Sarah E. Lentz Marshall. On October 31, 1959 in the Austin United Methodist Church, she married Norman Stuckey, who passed away on December 14, 2005.

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