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VOL. 174 NO.19 BRADFORD JOURNAL/MINER THURSDAY MAY 14, 2015 www.bradfordjournal.com Bradford Journal/McKean County Miner/Mount Jewett Echo Phone 814-465-3468

Celebrating Daryl Bigley’s Retirement At VFW Woods Talks To Crowd

Bradford Journal Photo Daryl Bigley gives us a greeting as he celebrates his retirement as the Manager for the Bradford Vets Club (Post 212), May 9th. Donning black T-shirts with suspenders (Daryl’s trademark apparel) family and friends stand for a photo on this special occasion. Included in the photo, among others, are Mary Farnsworth, Valerie Meecham, Jan Ryan, Debi Bigley, Karla Leone, Sue Pascarella, George Ruggles, Kaitlyn Milne, Shanel McElhattan, Annie South, Jessica Smith, Tim Smith, Betty Pierce, Cindy OtterPeters. Ron Peters, Steve Belleville, Mike Givan, Whitey Farnsworth, Dean Meacham, Beth Soble, Bill Good, and Mike Norcross. (See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

Bradford Journal Photo During a public forum/meet the candidate night, held at the Bradford Area Public Library, May 6th, Dan Woods explains that he would make a great Sheriff for McKean County. He explains that he has good social skills, works easily with others, has plenty of job and life experience (Military, State Police, and Sheriff’s Department), and says he will watch the departmental budgets, always being mindful that the department runs on public money.

Veterans During VA Town Hall Meeting

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Bradford Journal Photo These longtime Veterans at the Bradford American Legion Club and Post #108 social hall were present for the town hall meeting, sponsored by The Erie VA medical Center, May 6th. They were there to get answers to their Veteran’s medical benefit questions, especially the procedures for reimbursement and payment for out-of VA clinic services.

Left to right are Keith Reed, Pete O’Donohoe, Andy Ackler, Kim Brandt, and Mike Thomas. (See photos in gallery)

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LOCAL & AREA NEWS PennDOT Crews Out In Force To Address Pothole Concerns (Harrisburg, PA) – Following a colder-than-average winter and weeks of dramatic temperature swings, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation acting Secretary Leslie S. Richards today advised Pennsylvanians that PennDOT crews are aggressively tackling the growing number or potholes appearing on state-owned roadways.

“We’ve had a rough couple of winters, including repeated rounds of freeze/ thaw cycles,” Richards said. “Our road crews are out there working as quickly as possible to address potholes, and we’re asking motorists for help by informing us about where there are roadway concerns.”

In addition to the potholes addressed through continued monitoring by PennDOT crews, more than 3,600 pothole concerns have been reported to PennDOT and nearly 3,500 of those concerns have been addressed since March 1. With Pennsylvania’s aggressive freeze-thaw cycle, roadways will always experience potholes. PennDOT’s force of nearly 5,000 equipment operators are working vigorously to repair pothole damage on nearly 40,000 miles of state-owned roadway.

“Our men and women are out every day to improve travel for the citizens of Pennsylvania,” Richards said. “We have a mammoth task ahead of us and we’re greeting it head on. But not every

pothole can be fixed immediately, especially on lower volume roads. We simply must prioritize based on the traffic volume of a road. I ask for patience as we work through making these repairs.”

So far this year, PennDOT has invested more than $17.5 million to repair potholes. To further supplement the department’s efforts, an additional $21.6 million in emergency funds have been released to address pothole repairs statewide. This distribution was possible because Act 89, the state’s transportation funding plan, allowed projects for which emergency funds were being reserved to be scheduled for repairs.

PennDOT crews will work as quickly as they can, but because of the numbers of potholes, it may take some days until the crews can work through the priority lists. PennDOT’s priority is to start with the higher volume roadways, but will work through the entire stateowned road system as soon as possible.

With Pennsylvania’s high levels of traffic, the fifth-largest state-maintained highway network in the country and drastic freeze-thaw cycle, the potholes that naturally occur on the state’s roadways are exacerbated by colder weather. PennDOT crews across the state have been repairing potholes as weather permits since winter began loosening its grip, though dramatic temperature swings and available materials can affect how long repairs last. Because of Act 89, nearly 5,000 miles of state roads will see resurfacing and longerterm improvements this year statewide.

Without Act 89, roughly 2,700 miles of roads would have seen mostly shortterm repairs.

On average over the past five calendar years, PennDOT used nearly 63,000 tons of asphalt a year to repair potholes at an annual cost of more than

$31.5 million. Last year, PennDOT used more than 80,000 tons of patching material. So far this year, PennDOT has completed more than 24,000 tons worth of asphalt repairs and currently has an additional 25,500 tons of work planned.

Motorists can report potholes and other highway-maintenance concerns on state routes by calling PennDOT’s toll-free hotline at 1-800-FIX-ROAD (1-800-349-7623) or by visiting www. dot.state.pa.us and select “Submit Feedback.”

The hotline is staffed between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

After 4:30 p.m., and on weekends and holidays, calls are recorded by a voicemail system.

Motorists are asked to be as specific as possible when providing locations of maintenance concerns. Motorists should report the county, municipality, street name and state route number, which can be found on small black and white signs posted along state highways. In addition, a description of any familiar landmarks would be helpful for PennDOT to locate the problem area.

Maintenance concerns will be corrected as soon as possible. Emergency road repairs, such as road wash-outs, are handled on a top-priority basis.

The 1-800-FIX-ROAD number should not be used to report traffic accidents, disabled vehicles or other emergencies.

Motorists should continue to call 911 to report these types of emergencies.

To learn about how potholes form and how PennDOT addresses them, view the department’s “Pothole Patrol” video on its YouTube page.

Join the conversation on social media with #PotholePatrol. Visit PennDOT’s Facebook page or visit us on Twitter at @PennDOTNews.

THE BRADFORD AREA 5-DAY WEATHER FORECAST Thursday, May 14: Sunny and mild today with a high of 65°.

Friday, May 15: Partly sunny and warmer today with a chance of showers. High of 69°.

Saturday, May 16: Partly sunny and warmer today with a chance of showers. High of 73°.

Friday Thursday Night: Night: Mostly Partly cloudy tonight and cloudy tonight a little warmer with a low of 40°. with a chance of showers. Low of 51°.

Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy tonight with a chance of evening showers.

Low of 52°.

Sunday, May 17: Partly sunny and warmer today with a chance of afternoon showers.

High of 77°.

Monday, May 18: Cloudy today with morning and afternoon thunderstorms.

High of 79°.

Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy and warmer tonight with a shower. Low of 57°.

Monday Night: Periods of rain tonight with a chance of a thunderstorm.

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5 ¢ENTS WORTH

by Grant Nichols

The US Department of Veterans Affairs Erie VA Medical Center, held a town hall meeting this last week at the Bradford American Legion Post #108 social room, May 6th. And we were there.

The purpose of the meeting was to allow Veterans in the McKean County area to question Veterans Medical benefits, thereby informing officials from the Erie VA Medical Center about shortcomings in their outreach program. Many Veterans were there and we took some pictures and at least one video of the event…… Later in the day we stopped at the Bradford Area Public Library to observe a political forum/ meet the candidate event.

There we took a couple photos and a video of the crowd. ……But the majority of photos and videos found in this issue of the Bradford Journal were taken during the retirement party held, May 9th, for Daryl Bigley, the manager of the Bradford Vet’s Club (VFW Post #212) for the last eighteen years. Enjoy!............Sponsors for our “Prevent Forest Fires” page are as follow: Dexter’s Service & Collision, Bottorf Embroidery & Screen Printing, Bradford Vet’s Club, Bradford Journal, Tasta Pizza, and Hedlund Glass. While nature can destroy forests with no help from man, most forest fires are caused by carelessness, or improperly conducted and poorly monitored burns, including campfires……..Our long time acquaintance and guest columnist, Bob Perry has an interesting article entitled “High Rent” in this week’s “It’s A Matter of Opinion” Column (Page 3). In it he talks about increasing burdens to our budgets and even points out some of the reasons why……..

We can remember when a bum was just a bum. People would bum a piece of gum, a little sugar, a cigarette or two, a little money, some food, or maybe just a ride (as in hitchhiker) . And in those days, we had tramps, vagabonds, street people, vagrants, and just plain scrounges. But that’s all they were, just bums- no dignifying characteristics, no special titles, and definitely no special privileges. Now, recently Foster Township Supervisor, Dale Phillips tells us that he and his fellow supervisors are writing a law to require bums to obtain licensing before they work their trade in the township. Some say this is an attack on the poor, the needy, or the downand-out. But we like to see it as something else. We prefer to think of this new law as “raising the bar for bums.” Licensing will insure that bum behavior will be guided by various rules, allowing them to gain legal status and the privilege of practicing their trade on the general public, moving money from other people’s pockets into their own, with full protection of the law, just like all the other licensed professions.

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Guest Columnist “High Rent ” Big investors including the likes of Warren Buffet, who invests in rental housing, are buying up houses for sale and converting them into rentals and the rent is high.

Since 2010 the rent has increased nearly twice the increase in average hourly wages. Alarming is the statistic that in states, including Florida, New Jersey, New York and California, more than 30% of the renters shell out at least half of their income to pay the rent. The rule of thumb used to be you never spend more than 25% of your income on housing. Things have changing way in a big way but not all for the good obviously. Many of the rentals are being inhabited by more people that the density laws (the number of people living in a house or apartment) allow in order to afford a roof over their heads. With baby boomers retiring at the rate of 10,000 per day the available housing in desirable areas they are seeking to relocate to has reduced the inventory of houses for sale and therefore the building of apartments has skyrocketed. The Great Recession saw layoffs and foreclosures which made renting the only option and there has been a 5% increase in renters since 2007 to 36%.

As of March there was a shortage of 7.1 million apartments for low income renters in the US. According to the Labor Department the hourly wages increased 2.1% in the past 12 months while the rental prices increased 3.7% in the same time period.

-by Bob Perry This phenomenon surely has created more homeless and, of course, more moving back in with mom and dad.

Homeowners who pay more than half of their income on the mortgage will most likely allow their dwellings to fall into some sort of disrepair. Seemingly forever we have been witnessing housing in certain urban areas that fall into disrepair as slum lords fail to keep up the necessary maintenance.

If you own a house you will agree that there is a constant need for keeping everything in working order. Consider the cost of maintenance as part of the rent and/or mortgage. Unless the economy improves substantially with fair wage job creation, little improvement can be expected in the high rent we are seeing. As you create your budget in the months and days ahead start setting a little aside for the federal tax increase we all will be receiving for as the interest rate starts to increase, and it will, the taxes will be needed to pay the bill.

We do have a national debt over 18 trillion dollars and an increase in the interest rate will increase the deficit and the debt. We can thank the politicians we have elected into federal office over the past 5 decades or so. Their collective efforts in fiscal matters, and the devastating results, are proof they knew not what they were doing. The high rent is only going to get higher.

Daryl Bigley Was More Than A Manager

Bradford Journal Photo Amy Peterson’s family was present for the Daryl Bigley retirement party at the Bradford Vet’s Club (Post #212), May 9th. Left to right are JP Peterson (Amy’s son), Amy Peterson, Mark Peterson (Amy’s husband), and Harley Peterson (Amy’s son). They tell us that Daryl is like a part of the family and that this is a very special event. Amy, the President of the Ladies Auxiliary of Post #212, was instrumental in planning this party.

(See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

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OBITUARIES Sherman; two sisters, Doris Mealy and Richard M. Sherman, 88, of 21 Lawton Annabelle Irons; and two brothers, FredRoad, Bradford, passed away Saturday erick and Jack Sherman.

Burial was in McKean Memorial Park, (May 2, 2015) at Olean (N.Y.) General Lafayette, PA. Hospital.

Born Feb. 16, 1926, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Frederick and Arlene DoKathryn Elrod ris Kathryn Ann Elrod, a devoted mother Fritz Sherman. On July 19, 1947, in Sala- and grandmother, 73, passed away Saturmanca, N.Y., he married Virginia M. day (May 2, 2015) at the Bradford EcuSpringer menical Home after a 10 year battle with Sherman, who died on Aug. 18, 1990.

Alzheimer’s disease.

He was a 1945 graduate of Bradford Born April 9, 1942, in Bradford, she High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy, was a daughter of the late Robert V. and served during World War II, and was hon- Jean Kellgren Richmond. orably discharged. He worked for Wilson Mrs. Elrod was a 1960 graduate of BradRefrigeration, then he started Sherman ford High School. She had been employed Refrigeration, which he operated for many at the McKean County Assistance Office years. for more than 20 years.

Mr. Sherman was a member of the She is survived by three children, a Foursquare Gospel Church, American Le- daughter, Lisa McKean of Bradford and gion Post 108, Bradford Union Lodge 749 two sons, Shane Elrod of Beach City, F&AM, Coudersport Consistory, McKean Ohio, and Jason Elrod of Bradford; four County Shrine Club. grandchildren, Haydon Gangloff, MadiHe is survived by two daughters, Glo- son Gangloff, Devon McKean and Keenan ria J. (Lee) Eliason and Donna R. (Tom) Elrod, one great-granddaughter, Parker Sutley, all of Bradford; a son, Richard W. Gangloff; a sister, Marge Kaziska of Port Sherman of Bradford; six grandchildren, Allegany; and her former husband, RonRandy Sherman, Tyler Sherman, Max Sut- ald Elrod. ley, Eric (Connie) Eliason and Michelle L. She was preceded in death by her parEliason; five great-grandchildren, Sarah ents; and one brother, Larry Richmond.

Eliason, Hannah Eliason, Lucas Eliason, Burial was in Willow Dale Cemetery, Brittany (Evan Luciano) Falconi, and Bradford, PA. Madeline Brown; one great-greatgrandson, Blake Arthur Kerstetter Luciano; one brother, Gary Sherman; and Arthur W. Kerstetter, 55, of 404 Looker several nieces and nephews.

Mountain Trail, Bradford, passed away In addition to his wife and parents, he Tuesday (May 5, 2015) at The Pavilion at was preceded in death by a son, Michael BRMC.

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Born Aug. 6, 1959, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Virginia Ann Shields Kerstetter and the late Harvey G. (Donna Hubbard) Kerstetter Sr. He was a 1977 graduate of Bradford High School.

Art held various jobs and most recently worked for Dallas-Morris Drilling Co. Surviving are three sisters, Linda (Gary) Glander of Derrick City, Cathy (Richard) Smith of Erie, and Carol Stack of Bradford; one brother, Harvey G. (Phyllis) Kerstetter Jr. of Kingwood, W.Va.; six nieces and nephews; and many grand nieces and grand nephews.

Shirley Gardner Shirley M. Gardner, 80, of 54 Patterson Lane, passed away Tuesday (May 5, 2015) surrounded by her loving family, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born July 14, 1934, in Bradford, she was the daughter of the late Arvel and Mae Newman Lineman. She was a 1952 graduate of Bradford High School.

On May 1, 1953, she married Keith Duane Gardner, who died on Feb. 26, 1988. She had been employed at Speers, JCPenney, Woolworth’s and later W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery as a honer. She enjoyed spending time with friends and family, riding motorcycles, 4 wheeling, gardening, picking leeks and going to garage sales.

Surviving are three daughters, Katherine A. Wilcox, Connie J. (Scott) Bryant and Susanne Gaze, all of Bradford; three grandchildren, Duane Gonzalez, Darin Gonzalez and Caitlan Bryant; one greatgrandson, Anthony Gonzalez; and a close friend, Jane Zumstein.

Burial was in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette, PA.

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Donald J. Paul, 55, of Bradford, passed (Continued on page 6 ) USPS-062-740 Postmaster: Send address changes to: Bradford Journal P.O. Box 17 Bradford, PA 16701-0017 Phone: 814-465-3468 Subscription In Advance (By U.S. Mail) Yearly/$55.00 Within County Yearly/$70.00 Outside County Periodicals postage paid at USPS Bradford, PA 167019998 Copy Deadline: Noon Saturday Published every Thursday

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BUSINESS & PERSONAL FINANCES A Guide to Travel Insurance A sudden storm, a missed connection or a family emergency can turn a hard-earned vacation or important business trip into a big disappointment. Travel insurance can save the day, but picking the right coverage requires research, cost comparison and above all, reading the fine print.

A quick online search can make it easy to identify and price highly rated travel insurance carriers. But personal circumstances and coverage should be examined thoroughly before any trip reservations are made.

First, travelers should evaluate their own life, home, auto and health insurance coverage. It is wise to call personal insurance agents to discuss the future trip and its accommodations and activities. The idea is to see where personal coverage ends and where additional travel insurance might be beneficial.

Some travelers, for example, might be surprised to know that their homeowners’ policy actually offers liability coverage for out-of-state or foreign trips and their health insurance might offer full or partial evacuation insurance. Credit card companies may offer additional protection. List specific risks and circumstances surrounding the trip to discuss with insurers to determine whether additional travel coverage might be necessary.

For business trips, employees should repeat this process with their benefits or human resources departments. Employers that regularly do business in risky areas where crime, geopolitical conflict or rough weather are common may have specific systems in place for these issues. But it is important to know how extensive an employer’s protections might be to determine whether you’ll need additional coverage.

Travel insurance covers these main risks: trip cancellation and/or trip interruption, baggage loss, medical and/or dental, pre-existing (medical) conditions and evacuation (medical or otherwise).

It is difficult to cite average premiums for trips because every trip and traveler is different. Coverage for short domestic trips with basic coverage for cancellation or lost baggage might cost some money; comprehensive coverage for a major world excursion may go well into the hundreds.

Travel companies like airlines and cruise lines sell various forms of trip insurance, but it might be wise to buy directly from an actual insurance company in the travel insurance business, better known as a “third-party” carrier. While travel insurance sold by travel companies might be adequate, they generally cannot match the quality of coverage or customer service that a full-time insurance provider can.

Before you buy travel coverage, it is particularly important to know what the policy’s exclusion clause says. That section of the travel insurance policy indi-

cates particular activities or circumstances that will prevent the payment of a claim.

Insurance companies respond to claims when customers file documents properly.

Travelers who need to make a claim should have copies of receipts, ticketing and paperwork relevant to losses such as flight delays, lost luggage or any other potential loss indicated in the policy. If the claim is the result of a criminal act, policyholders should make sure they obtain and file copies of police, hotel or other relevant documentation safely.

Finally, it never hurts to visualize potential risks on an upcoming trip. Quick online searches make it easy for travelers to check on weather and potential conflicts

-by Jason Alderman at their destination. The U.S. State Department features its own global travel alert and warnings webpage (http://travel.state. gov/content/passports/english/alertswarnings.html) to prepare travelers for local crime, terrorist attacks or geopolitical conflict. The U.S. National Weather Service also features sites for long-term storm and hurricane prediction, though travel insurers will generally not issue coverage after a particular storm system is named.

Bottom line: Travel insurance can be a financial lifesaver. However, it’s important to thoroughly evaluate such coverage in light of personal and business coverage you already have and, most of all, to read the fine print.

Savor Vet Club’s Big Event For A Great Guy

Bradford Journal Photo Good friends were present for Daryl Bigley’s retirement extravaganza, May 9th, at the Bradford Vet’s Club (Post 212). Left to right are Brian Bailey, Danielle Grady, Cortney Norcross, Jason Gray, Mike Norcross, and James Grady. They tell us that the club in its present location is due to Daryl’s ability to keep a good cash flow and save money.

(See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

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AREA SOCIAL NEWS OBITUARIES

(Continued from page 4 ) away Wednesday (May 6, 2015) at The Pavilion at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born Nov. 13, 1959 in Bradford, he was a son of the late Alex and Beatrice Nelson Paul.

He was a 1978 graduate of Bradford Area High School. In 1979, he began his career with Witco, now ARG, and worked in many capacities at the refinery until he left due to ill health in 2011 after 33 years of service. Don was formerly Assistant Fire Chief at Rew and Derrick City fire departments, Assistant Chief for the Fire Brigade at the refinery and the Rope Rescue and Hazmat teams.

He was a member of The Marche Club, The American Legion, The Bradford Moose Club and The Eagle’s Club.

An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, riding four-wheelers and many outdoor activities, and he was a friend to everyone.

In addition to his wife of 13 years, he is survived by sister, Christina M. (Donald) Cobb of Gifford; one brother, David (Frances) Paul of Bradford; six nieces and nephews; and four grandnieces and grandnephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Stephen R. Paul on July 22, 1984.

Burial will be in Bridgeview Cemetery.

Naomi Means Naomi V. Means, 80, of 24 Clark Drive, Bradford, passed away Thursday (May 7, 2015) at The Pavilion at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born Dec. 24, 1934 in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Loren and Elsie Kennedy Flanders.

On May 4, 1957 in the First Wesleyan Church, she married Arnold C. Means,

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Mrs. Means was a 1955 graduate of Bradford High School. She had been employed at Johnson’s Cake Shop and later at W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery for 27 years, retiring in 1996. She was a former member and Past Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star Bradford Chapter #61.

She enjoyed crocheting, reading and puzzles, and she could solve a Rubik’s Cube in under a minute and a half. She was a NASCAR Fan and her favorite times were spent with her family.

Surviving are a daughter, Susan (Richard) Combs of Bradford; three sons, Roy A. Means, Fred C. Means and Gene A. Means, all of Bradford; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one sister Joyce Cutshall and one brother, Richard Flanders.

Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Ralph Carr Ralph T. Carr, 33, of Bradford, passed away on Monday (May 4, 2015) in Erie.

He was born on May 10, 1981 in Bradford, a son of David L. Foster and Janice L. Carr. Mr. Carr was talented at drawing and he used these skills while working as a tattoo artist. He enjoyed playing pool, and he was an avid outdoorsman who loved camping and fishing. Family and God were the most important parts of his life.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by one son, Jedidiah T. Carr of Bradford; two daughters, Cassandra Carr of Jacksonville, N.C. and Harlynn Burgoon of Binghamton, N.Y.; one brother, Richard Williams of Bradford; one sister, Stephanie Haynes of Bradford; one nephew, Mickaleb Williams of Bradford; and three nieces, Kristen Haynes, McKenzie Williams and McKennah Williams, all of Bradford.

He was preceded in death by one sister, Kristen Reagle.

At the family’s request there will be no visitation. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home Inc. Online condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com

Sylvia Williams Sylvia C. Williams, 92, passed away at the Bradford Ecumenical Home on Wednesday (May 6, 2015).

She was born in 1922 in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of late C. Post and Emsie Mason Post. She graduated from Cooley High School in Detroit in 1939 and then attended Moody Bible Institute in Chica-

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In 1944, Sylvia married Rev. Orville H. Williams in Detroit. She served as pastor’s wife in Baptist churches in River Rouge, Mich., Yakima, Wash., Wheat Ridge, Colo., Eugene, Ore. And Phoenix, Ariz.

Her lovely soprano voice was appreciated in choirs and ensembles, and she was active in children’s and women’s ministries. After retirement, she and Orville relocated to Salem, Ore., where following her husband’s death in 1983, Sylvia was an enthusiastic volunteer at Western Baptist College and in the Reading Buddy program in the Salem schools.

She relocated to Detroit Baptist Manor to live near her brother in 2002, where she continued to provide piano accompaniment for the children’s program until age 88. In 2011, she relocated to Bradford to live near her daughter.

Sylvia will be remembered for her deep faith and love of the Lord an service to Him throughout her life.

Sylvia’s survivors include her brother, Raymond L. Post of West Bloomfield, Mich.; and her daughters, Janalyn C. Williams of Denver and Linda J. (Bill) Bredengerd of Bradford.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; her daughter, Joyce H. Williams (1953); and her son, Daniel R. Williams (1999).

Following a private service, internment took place at Willow Dale Cemetery in Bradford. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Bradford Ecumenical Home Foundation.

Bradford TOPS Clubs TOPS Club Bradford #16 Article submitted

The TOPS Club #16 (take off pounds sensibility) meeting was called to order Thursday, May 7, 2015 at the First Presbyterians Church with the TOPS Pledge and the song Happy Birthday for May. There were 21 members weighing in with loss of 8.75 pounds. Best Loser in Waiting was Martha Williams. Best Loser for the month of April was Audrey Gilligan.

There were eight members receiving awards.

Inspiration was given by Bev Hannon, Fashion tip and joke by Jean Miller, and Healthy tips by Elaine Harris.

The forbidden food is pizza for the week.

The program was the business meeting and discussions followed.

The meeting was adjourned with the Friendship Prayer and the TOPS Prayer.

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Diagnosing And Managing Food Allergies

(NAPSI)—Here’s food for thought: Food allergies affect approximately 15 million Americans. Despite this, according to a recent survey, half of all Americans say they lack proper knowledge about the condition.

The Danger Many people dangerously believe there’s little or no difference between food allergies and food intolerances and that someone with a food allergy can eat small amounts of a food without having a reaction—when, often, the reaction can be life threatening. Fortunately, there are people working on a solution to this problem.

An Answer The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT) and American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) are launching a public service campaign to raise awareness of accurate food allergy diagnosis and effective management. The campaign encourages Americans with food allergy questions and concerns to see a board-certified allergist and visit www. livingwithfoodallergies.org There, they can quickly access science-based information from trusted sources and find a board-certified allergist nearby. The site also provides links to support groups, resources for developing food allergy and anaphylaxis management plans, and other ideas valuable to anyone who has or may have a food allergy.

Further Findings The survey also discovered: • More than half of respondents (68 percent) think the average American would not know what to do if someone he or she is with has an allergic reaction to a food; • 82 percent agree that much more education needs to be done about food allergies and keeping those with allergies safe; • 31 percent incorrectly believe the

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-by Karen Collins, MS, RD, CDN American Institute for Cancer Research Q:What is the recommended amount of fish I should be eating? Does it all have to be salmon for the omega-3 fatty acids?

A: Eight ounces of fish and seafood per week (for example, two four-ounce servings) is enough to provide an average of about 250 milligrams (mg) of heart-healthy EPA plus DHA (the major omega-3 fatty acids from seafood). This amount of fish with omega 3s is enough to reduce heart attacks and deaths from heart disease. That’s aiming for one serving a week from choices high in omega-3s.

One fish high in omega 3s is salmon (fresh, frozen or canned). However, world supply of wild salmon is not enough to support major increases in consumption. Other choices that are eco-friendly and high in omega-3 fat include Atlantic mackerel; sablefish (also called “black cod”); Arctic char; sardines; herring; mussels; oysters; most barramundi, lake or rainbow trout; and U.S. or Canadian white (albacore) tuna. More information about making choices that support both health and the environment is provided by the Monterey Bay Aquarium (http://www.seafoodwatch.org) and Seafood Health Facts, an initiative developed jointly by several major universities (http://seafoodhealthfacts.org/).

Low-fat choices like cod, haddock and catfish are excellent sources of protein, selenium and other nutrients, but if you eat only seafood choices like these, you are unlikely to reach the recommended target of EPA plus DHA fat.

If your physician advises that you should be consuming higher amounts – 500 mg or more – of omega 3s, then focus choices on the high omega-3 fish, increase amount of fish, or discuss adding supplemental EPA + DHA.

only difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance is the level of severity; and • One in four reported they would search the Internet or visit a healthrelated website first for more information.

“Too often in my practice, I see patients who don’t have the correct information about food allergies,” explained allergist Todd Mahr, M.D., ACAAI Fellow. “Many people aren’t taking all the steps we recommend to keep them-

selves or their loved ones safe. Others are living a life that doesn’t have to be as difficult as it is because they have been misdiagnosed with or think they have food allergies.”

About the Research Research was conducted by leading international research firm Toluna, on behalf of FAACT and ACAAI. Learn More For further information, visit livingwithfoodallergies.org

“It’s Special When We Are Partying With Daryl”

Bradford Journal Photo Three well-known members of the Bradford Vet’s Club (Post #212) give us a smile, May 9th, on the occasion of Daryl Bigley’s retirement as long time manager of the organization. They tell us, “It’s always nice to party at the Bradford Vet’s Club, but it is special when we’re partying with Daryl.” Left to right are Mike Givan, Whitey Farnsworth, and Dean Meacham. (See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

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FAMILY FEATURES

idely recognized as portable and tasty, grapes are an easy way to enjoy an extra serving of fruit.

But not only are grapes a super snack, they’re a terrific fresh ingredient to enhance any meal.

Yes, with a burst of juicy flavor, fresh grapes can make good-for-you foods taste even better. Vibrant color, crunch and a light touch of sweetness make them an unexpected but appealing addition to countless dishes.

These recipes show how grapes balance the distinct flavor of Brussels sprouts; complement smoky mozzarella; provide a palate-pleasing texture to tofu kabobs and complement the global flavors of a Thai salad.

In addition to great taste and versatility, grapes are also healthy. They are a natural source of antioxidants and other polyphenols, which contribute to a healthy heart.

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Sweet Summery Snack Frozen grapes are the perfect cool down when the weather gets hot. Just rinse, pat dry and place in the freezer for about 2 hours.

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Tofu Grape Kabobs Servings: 4 2–3 tablespoons minced jalapeno 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 pound firm tofu, cut into 12 chunks 2 cups green California grapes 2 cups steamed brown rice 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro Heat grill to high.

In small bowl, mix jalapeno, soy sauce, sugar and ginger, and toss. Add tofu and mix.

Thread tofu and grapes onto 4 skewers. Grill 2–4 minutes or until heated through.

Divide rice among 4 bowls, top with skewers and sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition information per serving: 271 calories; 6 g fat (.8 g saturated fat); 20% calories from fat; 14 g protein; 42 g carbohydrate; 3.5 g fiber; 0 mg cholesterol; 207 mg sodium.

A Handful of Health

One serving of grapes is 3/4 cup and has just 90 calories, no fat, no cholesterol and virtually no sodium.

Grapes are a natural source of antioxidants and other polyphenols, which help make grapes a heart-healthy food.

They are an excellent source of vitamin K, which is critical for healthy blood clotting, and may play a role in bone health.

Grapes contribute to heart health by promoting the relaxation of blood vessels to help maintain healthy blood flow and function.

Sweet and Savory Garlic Ginger Brussels Sprouts and Grapes Servings: 4 (1/2 cup each) 1 pound Brussels sprouts 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup halved red California grapes 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons honey 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped Cut off woody stem on each Brussels sprout and remove any tough or bruised outer leaves. Slice sprouts very thinly to make mound of feathery ribbons.

Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sprouts, grapes, salt and pepper to skillet and saute 3–4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add garlic, ginger, mustard, honey and vinegar to pan. Continue to saute approximately 1–2 minutes, until sprouts are tender and bright green in color.

Turn off heat and add walnuts to pan.

Gently mix to combine.

Nutrition information per serving: 210 calories; 12 g fat (1.3 g saturated fat); 48% calories from fat; 6 g protein; 23 g carbohydrate; 5 g fiber; 0 mg cholesterol; 236 mg sodium.

Servings: 4 3 cups shredded savoy cabbage 2 cups bean sprouts, rinsed 1 1/2 cups green California grapes, halved 1 large cucumber 1/4 cup lime juice 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons minced shallots 1 tablespoon safflower oil 1 red Thai chili, thinly sliced 1 1/2 cups cooked medium shrimp 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro 3 tablespoons Thai basil, torn Combine cabbage, bean sprouts and grapes in large bowl. With vegetable peeler, peel cucumber into long thin strips and put on top.

In small bowl, combine lime juice, vinegar, sugar, shallots, oil and chili.

Pour over vegetables and mix well.

Divide among 4 serving plates, top with shrimp and sprinkle with cilantro and basil.

Nutrition information per serving: 186 calories; 3.5 g fat (.2 g saturated fat); 16% calories from fat; 14 g protein; 28 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 0 mg cholesterol; 146 mg sodium.

Grape and Smoked Mozzarella Flatbread Servings: 4 2 large wholegrain flatbreads or naan (about 8 ounces) 1 1/4 cups grated smoked mozzarella 3 cups arugula 1 cup sliced red, green and black California grapes 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 small clove garlic, minced Salt Freshly ground black pepper Heat broiler to high.

Place flatbreads on baking sheet and broil until crisp and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Turn and cover with mozzarella. Broil until melted, about 2–3 minutes.

While mozzarella is melting, toss together arugula, grapes, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Place on top of flatbreads and cut into wedges.

Nutrition information per serving: 323 calories; 14.5 g fat (6 g saturated fat); 38% calories from fat; 16 g protein; 37 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 19 mg cholesterol; 626 mg sodium.

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Identify Themselves As Part Of Daryl’s Minions

Bradford Journal Photo Having a good time at the bar, and all for a good cause, these happy ladies identify themselves as part of Daryl’s minions. Left to right are Mary Farnsworth, Valerie Meacham, and Jan Ryan. Daryl Bigley had just retired as manager of the Bradford Vet’s Club (Post #212), and they were enjoying his party, May 9th. They mentioned that they could remember when Daryl became manager and that he did a great job over many years. (See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

Still Has Stamina

Bradford Journal Photo Cindy Utter-Peters chats with Daryl Bigley, (Manager of the Bradford Vet’s Club, VFW Post #212, from 1997-2015) during his retirement party, May 9th. Notice the screening on the back of Cindy’s T-shirt, specially printed for the occasion. Daryl has been partying hard all day and doesn’t look any worse for the wear. (More pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

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FAMILY FEATURES

ummer is a time of playground fun, swimming, boating, biking, camping and other outdoor activities. Unfortunately, these activities can lead to a higher risk of injuries.

In fact, according to the Safe Kids U.S. Summer Ranking Report, summer is known as “trauma season” among U.S. public health and medical professionals because unintentional deaths and serious injuries increase dramatically among children during these months.

“Sustaining a serious injury can be a life-altering event for a child,” said Dale Stauss, chairman of the Board of Directors for Shriners Hospitals for Children®. “We see patients every day with injuries caused by accidents, and we are committed to raising awareness about how to stay safe this summer.”

As experts in the treatment of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, spinal cord injuries and burns, Shriners Hospitals for Children provides critical, surgical and rehabilitative care to children, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. “We prefer these accidents never happen, but when they do, our physicians and medical staff work together to get these patients back to being kids — laughing, playing and dreaming about the future,” commented Stauss.

The good news is that many of these injuries may be preventable. Here are some tips from Shriners Hospitals for Children to help your family enjoy a fun, injury-free summer.

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Go Outside and Play The physical and mental health benefits of outdoor play are great for children. It provides opportunities for exercise, creative expression, stress reduction and access to a free and natural source of vitamin D — sunlight.

Before sending kids out to play, make sure they always wear shoes to protect feet from cuts, scrapes and splinters, and wear sunscreen to protect from sunburns and harmful ultraviolet rays.

Playground 101 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that every year emergency departments treat more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger for playgroundrelated injuries. Before your kids head to the playground, keep these precautions in mind: Choose parks and playgrounds that are appropriate for their age and offer shockabsorbing surfaces.

Teach children that pushing and shoving on the playground can result in accidents and injuries.

Remind kids to go down the slide one at a time and to wait until the slide is completely clear before taking their turn. Teach them to always sit facing forward with their legs straight in front of them and to never slide down headfirst.

Remind children to swing sitting down.

Encourage them to wait until the swing stops before getting off and to be careful when walking in front of moving swings.

Make a Safe Splash

Fire Safety Simplified

While playing poolside may be a blast, Safe Kids Worldwide reports that drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4 and it is the third leading cause of injury-related death among children 19 and under. Additionally, University of Michigan Health Systems estimates that each year about 6,000 young people under age 14 are hospitalized because of a diving injury, with one in five sustaining a spinal cord injury. Prevent accidents and injuries with these tips to ensure your family’s safety around water: Teach children to never swim alone or go near water without an adult present.

Give children your undivided attention when they are swimming or are near any body of water.

Always jump in feet first to check the depth before diving into any body of water.

Never dive in the shallow end of the pool or into above-ground pools.

In 2012, more than 136,000 children across the United States, including more than 67,000 children 4 and under, were injured due to a fire or burn and treated in emergency rooms, according to Safe Kids Worldwide. Use these tips to keep children safe around fires, fireworks, grills and other heat sources: Teach kids to never play with matches, gasoline, lighter fluid or lighters. Make a habit of placing these items up and away from young children.

Do not leave children unattended near grills, campfires, fire pits or bonfires. Always have a bucket of water or fire extinguisher nearby whenever there is a burning fire.

Take your child to a doctor or hospital immediately if he or she is injured in a fire or by fireworks.

Fun on the Water Boating, tubing and other water sports can be great fun but can also be dangerous. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, nearly 71 percent of all boating fatalities are caused from drowning, 85 percent of which are a result of not wearing a life jacket. Here is what you can do to enjoy the water safely: Always have children wear a Coast Guardapproved, properly fitted life jacket while on a boat, around an open body of water or when participating in water sports.

Educate yourself. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, 86 percent of boating accident deaths involve boaters who have not completed a safety course.

Always check water conditions and forecasts before going out on the water.

Shriners Hospitals for Children encourages families to take these precautions to enjoy a safe, injuryfree summer. If an injury occurs, the physicians and staff of Shriners Hospitals can help. To find out more about the treatments available visit ShrinersHospitalsforChildren.org.

Adapting After an Accident Thirteen-year-old Sydney Kendall knows the importance of water safety. After losing her right forearm during a boating accident six years ago, Sydney was brought to Shriners Hospitals for Children where she received a prosthesis and occupational therapy to help her learn how to adapt.

As Sydney’s confidence grew, so did her ambition to get back in the water. She became a Shriners Hospitals for Children Patient Ambassador and challenged herself to mentor other patients through ability awareness presentations. She also joined a competitive swim team and participated in a triathlon.

Sydney’s newest challenge is to help increase awareness about summer safety. She invites parents and children to visit ShrinersHospitalsforChildren.org /SafeSummer to find tips for preventing injuries this season.

Mowing Matters Thousands of children are injured in lawn mower accidents each year, some severely.

Lawn mower injuries account for a large percentage of accidental amputations according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The Academy cautions that the speed of a typical lawn mower blade can send dirt and bacteria deep into a wound, creating a high risk for severe infection. To avoid accidents involving lawn mowers, keep these tips in mind: Teach children to never play on or around a lawn mower, even when it is not in use. They should never be permitted to walk beside, in front of or behind a moving mower.

Children under 6 years of age should be kept inside the home while mowing.

Children should be at least 12 years of age before operating a push lawn mower and at least 16 years of age before operating a riding lawn mower.

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Can Parents Use Video Games As Lessons In Life?

Engineer, Parent & Former School Teacher Crafts Novel Method For Teachable Moments In the history of child development, the widespread participation in the use of video games is not only a relatively new phenomenon, but a widespread one, too.

Ninety-seven percent of children and adolescents in the United States play at least one hour per day, according to the American Psychological Association.

Naturally, many parents and educators worry that this game time is subtracting from healthy skills children should be developing, such as reading.

“As children grow into teenagers and then young adults, finding your favorite novel as a young person, for example, can have immeasurable benefits by answering questions like: Who am I? What do I value? How do I move forward in life?” says Mark Cheverton (markcheverton.com), a former public school teacher of 15 years, an engineer with GE and a father who was inspired to write novels for his son and other children to help teach life lessons.

“Of course, books – whether print or digital versions – are the best sources for in-depth knowledge about anything, from gardening to history to science and more.

Establishing reading as a habit is necessary for the well-being of the world.”

Cheverton offers tips for parents who want to encourage healthy habits to their children, including reading and more.

• Find books that reflect video game themes. “Invasion of the Overworld: Book One in the Gameknight999 Series: An Unofficial Minecrafter’s Adventure,” a book by Cheverton, is an effective example. What better way to get a kid to read a book than to offer one that’s about the video games they are obsessed with?

In this case, it’s about the popular game Minecraft.

• Parent participation can create additional teachable moments for issues like bullying. “I’ve come to love playing Minecraft with my son, who spent months building things on his server: castles, bridges, underwater cities, factories, everything and anything his imagination could conceive,” Cheverton says. “Video games can have its benefits, too, creating opportunities to communicate with your child on those teachable moments we may dread, like when my son was bullied, but other habits ought to balance a child’s life as well.”

• Computer gaming can have positive benefits with family relationships. It turns out that there has been plenty of research out there on the benefits of parents playing computer games with their kids – not by computer game makers, but by respected universities. Researchers from Arizona State University suggest that “Parents miss a huge opportunity when they walk away from playing video games with their kids.” From Brigham Young Uni-

versity, researchers studied 287 families and looked at how they play video games together. The BYU team found that girls from ages 11 to 16, who played video games with a parent, reported better behavior, more feelings of family closeness and less aggression than girls who played alone or with friends. In addition, there is a great TED talk that discusses game playing and the positive effectives – both for family closeness and health.

• Games like Minecraft may offer an interest in engineering, city planning, etc.

Many children who take to games that entail building cities may naturally take an interest later in life in the details of building things in the real world. Of course, children who love video games may want to know how the games themselves work or are of a high quality, which can lead to further interest in technology. Whether it’s

a future career in video games, computer programming, engineering or a very long list of high-paying jobs, gaming can lead to good things.

About Mark Cheverton:Mark Cheverton (markcheverton.com) majored in physics and math as an undergraduate in college and went on to teach in public schools for 15 years. While teaching he earned a master’s degree in physics.

He later went on to work for GE’s Global Research Center, where he researched laser welding , 3D printing, machine vision, process monitoring and machine control.

He began writing his Minecraft series to help explain difficult lessons to his son, now 11. Those lessons include taking risks, a willingness to try something difficult and how to be brave. The books also address the sensitive topic of bullying.

Friends And Family Congregate For The Event

Bradford Journal Photo Left to right around the table are Susan Langer, Donald Langer, Jean Blair, her good friend Ed Heesley (90-years-old), and Stacy Langer. They were helping Daryl Bigley celebrate his retirement as manager of the Bradford Vet’s Club (Post #212), May 9th.

They all agreed that it was an amazing party and Ed was sure to tell us that this club is really great. (See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

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Cord Addresses Vets

Bradford Journal Photo David Cord, Erie VA Medical Center Director, answers a question, May 6th, during a VA sponsored town hall meeting held at the Bradford American Legion Club and Post 108, social hall. He mentioned that he and his staff have been working at providing easy payment and/or reimbursement for care provided to Veterans outside of the VA hospital and clinic setting. (See photos in gallery)

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FAMILY FEATURES

hether you’re hitting the open road for a leisurely cruise or simply spending more time in your car keeping up with a fast-paced summer, you want your vehicle at its best when it comes to safety, style and comfort.

The change of seasons is a great time to give your car some special attention to ensure you can confidently roll right through summer. Start by running through a checklist to ensure your car’s safety features are in good working order. Test headlights, tail lights and turn signals, and check fluid levels, topping off or replacing as needed. Also be sure tires are properly inflated, and inspect seat belts for any imperfections that may hinder performance.

If you’re going to arrive safely, why not go in style, too? Keeping your car sparkling clean not only protects finishes inside and out, it’s the easiest way to make your ride look great. Let your personality show with subtle touches like seat covers or license plate wraps bearing your favorite sports team or college.

And don’t forget comfort. Have visors ready to block harsh sun rays, and be sure your air conditioner is ready to deliver a refreshing blast of cool air. Add an air freshener with a subtle summery scent, and don’t forget to throw a light blanket in the trunk so you’re ready when a cool evening breeze kicks up.

Make the most of your summer on the move with these ideas that make caring for your car a cinch.

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Road trip ready A road trip is a fun way to enjoy a summer getaway, while providing ultimate flexibility to keep your own schedule and pace. Protect your vehicle and your own safety by following these recommendations from the Car Care Council and complete a thorough pre-trip checklist before hitting the road:

Bradford Journal Photo From left to right, executives from the Erie VA Medical Center, David Lavin, Chief of Staff; Dorene Sommers, Associate Director of Patient Care Services; and Melissa Sundin, were present to help answer questions, during the VA sponsored town hall meeting held at the American Bradford Legion Club and Post #108, May 6th. The event was directed to all Vets in the McKean County Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) area. (See photos in gallery.)

Freshen up your ride

Style that shines

Allergens are everywhere. In fact, the air in your car could be up to six times dirtier than the air outside. If you can’t remember the last time you replaced your car’s cabin air filter, pick up a FRAM Fresh Breeze cabin air filter and do some quick and easy DIY — in as little as 15 minutes — to protect your family from breathing dirt, dust and allergens. Visit FRAMFreshBreeze.com for simple instructions and to find the right cabin air filter for your family’s vehicle.

Now you can achieve the million dollar look of Barrett-Jackson auctions at home. Barrett-Jackson’s new Premium Auto Care line includes washes, waxes and detailers formulated with synthetic hydrophobic polymers for easy application and genuine Carnauba wax. Learn how you can achieve this long-lasting finish and brilliant deep wet look shine at www.barrettjacksonautocare.com. Barrett-Jackson Premium Auto Care products are available at fine retailers nationwide, including Pep Boys, Walmart, Menards and select Home Depots, and through online retailers including Amazon.

Check the brake system, and make sure the battery connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free.

Check filters and fluids, including engine oil, power steering and brake and transmission, as well as windshield washer solvent and coolant. Dirty air filters can waste gas and cause the engine to lose power.

Check hoses and belts that can become cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or show signs of excessive wear. These are critical to the proper functioning of the electrical system, air conditioning, power steering and the cooling system.

Check the tires, including tire pressure and tread. Underinflated tires reduce a vehicle’s fuel economy and uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. Tires should also be checked for bulges and bald spots.

Check that the gas cap is not damaged, loose or missing to prevent gas from spilling or evaporating.

Easy ways to accessorize your ride Simple accessories can add fun and function to your daily commute or a summertime trek across the state. Keep these auto additions in mind and you’ll be stocked up for wherever the road takes you.

Seat covers. A day at the sandy beach or a messy camping trip is no match for a seat cover. Available in a variety of colors to suit individual styles and preferences, seat covers not only protect your upholstery from harsh pool chemicals or gritty sand, they also shield your skin from hot, sunsoaked materials.

Floor mats. Make cleanup simple with quality floor mats. Especially helpful for families, they help reduce floor messes with a simple shake or a quick vacuum.

Trash can. Trips big or small can bring about plenty of trash. Have a handy place to stash it with a convenient receptacle.

Options include units that fit within cup holders, tie around the head rest and even clip to the interior door.

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Daryl’s Big Family Wishing Him The Best

Bradford Journal Photo Members of Daryl Bigley’s family helped him enjoy his retirement as manager of the Bradford Vet’s Club (Post #212), May 9th at a retirement party designed by Amy Peterson, President of Post 212 Auxiliary and her minions. From left to right are Lori Faulkner (Daryl’s youngest sister), Shanel McElhatten (Daryl’s daughter) Kaitlyn Milne (Daryl’s granddaughter), Anne South (Daryl’s adopted daughter), Jessica Smith (Daryl’s daughter), Tim Smith (Daryl’s son-in-law, Winnie Bigley (Daryl’s mother), and Gayle Weaver (Daryl’s sister). The family says they are very proud of him and that they hope he enjoys his retirement years. (See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

Explains The Problems

Bradford Journal Photo Paul Berg, Candidate for Mayor of the City of Bradford, looks down at his notes, during the public forum/meet the candidate night held at the Bradford Area Public Library, May 6th. During the event he presented the ten original points in his platform that included phasing out the “Business Privilege Tax” as well as describing many other problems that urgently need to be addressed to keep the city solvent. In addition he stated for the record that he was apposed to the O.E.C.D competing with other landlords in the city.

His thrust during the campaign has been for transparency in the City’s financial operations, something that he will work for if he is elected.

There’s A Baby Coming

Bradford Journal Photo A baby shower was given for Kimberly Herbstritt, May 9th, in one of the Bradford Vet Club’s (Post #212) special rooms.

Left to right in this photo are Tia Transue (Kimberly’s best friend), Rhonda Wood (Kimberly’s mom), holding 6-mos.-old Catilen Murray, Kimberly Herbstritt (the mom to be), and her boyfriend Jimmy Dinch. Kimberly tells us she is very excited and that the baby is due May 30th.

Jimmy tells us that he is happy about it all.

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CHRONOLOGICAL LISTINGS Engagements, Marriages, Births & Deaths ENGAGEMENTS:

Maureen and Devin Puvel, Salamanca, (None) NY. MARRIAGES: MAY 7, 2015: DAUGHTER, to (None) William and ShawBIRTHS: na Miller, CattarauMAY 2, 2015: gus, NY. SON, to Samantha MAY 8, 2015: Simmons, Bradford, DAUGHTER, to PA. Jamie and Dan MAY 3, 2015: Krenn, Hinsdale, SON, to Morgan NY. Dowdy and Robert Petitt, Salamanca, DEATHS: APR. 29, 2015: NY. Charles SON, to Kaitlyne GRILL, Evingham and Brian Dominic, of Wilmington, DE, formerly Freer, Eldred, PA. D A U G H T E R , t o of Bradford, PA. Megan Laten, MAY 1, 2015: REINARD, Dora J., Portville, NY. 76, of Mount Jewett, MAY 5, 2015: SON, to Jocelyn PA. Griffin, Olean, NY. MAY 2, 2015: SHERMAN, Richard MAY 6, 2015: SON, to Marsha M., 88, of 21 Lawton Schimp, Bradford, Road, Bradford, PA. CHILDRESS, Clifford PA. DAUGHTER, to W. “Buck”, 95, formerly of Lamont, PA.

ELROD, Kathryn Ann, 73, of Bradford, PA. MAY 3, 2015: JOHNSON, Debora J., 56, of Chestnut St., Port Allegany, PA. L O C K WO O D, Richard C., 76, of 105 Reigel Rd., Kane, PA. PONTIOUS, Karen A. Fritz, 71, of 180 Cuneo Rd., Kersey, PA. KOPP, Pamelyn J., 41, of 325 Washington St., St. Marys, PA. MAY 4, 2015: SHIELDS, Geneva Kelly, 81, of South Main St., Eldred, PA. LINDENMUTH, Lawanda O. “Peggy”, 75, of 105 Toby Rd., Dagus Mines, PA. MacDONALD, Joseph C., 86, of 102 Center St., Ridgway,

PA. LUCIDI, Nicholas, 79, of Westfield, formerly of Allentown, PA. CARR, Ralph T., 33, of Bradford, PA. MAY 5, 2015: TARASEK, Joy, 75, of 5647 Nichols Rn., Limestone, NY. KERSTETTER, Arthur W., 55, of 404 Looker Mountain Trail, Bradford, PA. BRAY, Shirley A., 85, of Lakeview Senior Care and Living Center, Smethport, PA. GARDNER, Shirley M., 80, of 54 Patteson Lane, Bradford, PA. FOLTZ, Janet L., 72, of Smethport, PA. MAY 6, 2015: PAUL, Donald J., 55, of Bradford, PA WILLIAMS, Sylvia

YOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPE MAY 14 - MAY 20, 2015 ARIES - (Mar. 21 - Apr. 19) Make more of an effort this week to listen where listening is essential and all will be fine.

TAURUS - (Apr. 20 - May 20) You’re about to pursue what feels truly right and that is because it is truly right.

GEMINI - (May 21 - June 20) Focus squarely on taking action where you’ve been waiting for the right time to take it.

CANCER - (June 21 - July 22) Expect during coming days - and weeks - to be very aware of how loved, admired and supported you are.

LEO - (July 23, - Aug. 22) The past is by no means a helpful guideline for the present. Expect to be pleasantly surprised.

VIRGO - (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) Trusting what you believe to be right is the best way to remove yourself from a confusing situation this week.

LIBRA - (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) Save yourself hassle this week by not encouraging strongly what doesn’t need encouraging so strongly!

SCORPIO - (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) This week, something is puzzling you.

SAGITTARIUS - (Nov. 22 - Dec. 20) Be careful what you promise this week and how quickly you claim you can deliver it.

CAPRICORN - (Dec. 21 - Jan. 20) A small advantage can be turned into an extremely positive gain, provided you’re willing to be more creative.

AQUARIUS - (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Relax in the knowledge that the best thing you can do this week to make the progress you want is to relax!

PISCES - (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Avoid making things more complicated than they need to be.

C., 92, of the Bradford Ecumenical Home, Bradford, PA. MAY 7, 2015: MEANS, Naomi V.,

80, of 24 Clark Dr., Bradford, PA. FRIEDL, Vera M., 89, of 396 Chestnut St., St. Marys, PA.

Dr. Panah And Crew

Bradford Journal Photo Staff from the McKean County’s Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) located in Bradford, PA were present for the Erie VA Medical Center’s town hall meeting, held May 6th at Bradford’s American Legion Club and Post 108 social Hall, May 6th. Left to right are CBOC Medical Director, Dr. Susan Panah; her LPN, Dianna Cox; and her receptionist Nicole Vanyo. The Erie VA Medical Center administers five CBOC’s (one in each of five outlying counties). (See photos in gallery)

Expect Good Answer

Bradford Journal Photo During a VA sponsored, town hall meeting, May 6th, Clair Butler, left, listens carefully as Bill Hurrle, at the right waits patiently for his question to be completely and meticulously answered by the Director of the Erie VA Medical Center, David Cord (not shown in photo). The event was held at the Bradford American Legion Club and Post 108, social hall.

(See photos in gallery)

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JUST PASSING TIME THEME: “FADS”

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40. Actress Sorvino 41. “____ truly” 43. *Known for his clowning around 44. Sinbad the Sailor’s home 46. A bunch 47. Crude group

48. Bad blood 50. Vietnam’s neighbor 52. Don Draper’s creations 53. Lady of “Applause” 55. Poor man’s caviar 57. *Her hair style was popular in the ‘90s 60. *Part robe part blanket 64. Conservative side 65. Length of existence 67. *PokÈmon exchange 68. Lady’s pocketbook 69. Last letter 70. Dialectical Reasoning philosopher 71. “____ there, done that” 72. Freddy Krueger’s street 73. *Tulip Mania flower holders DOWN 1. Multiple independently targetable reentry vehicle 2. Seaward 3. Chowder ingredient 4. Facilitates 5. Os on Periodic table 6. Heart or tooth condition 7. Read-Only Memory 8. Punctuation mark 9. ____ Mall, London 10. Served with an entree 11. Editor’s mark

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Signs of Stress in Dogs and Cats Like people, pets respond differently to stressful situations, and circumstances that one pet copes with easily can create extreme duress for another.

FAMILY FEATURES

ad behavior by your four-legged family members can create disruptions that range from a minor nuisance to full-out frustration. In fact, leading veterinary organizations report that behavior problems are the leading cause of pet euthanasia and account for as much as 80 percent of pet abandonment.

Warmer weather fosters many of the activities and situations that can bring out the worst in pets such as family travel, loud noises from increased activity in the neighborhood or fireworks, and ceaseless barking in the yard or on a walk.

Fear and stress are common triggers for behavior problems in pets, so taking steps to reduce the impact of scary and stressful situations can make a big difference.

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Travel While some pets can’t wait to hop in the car and take off, others experience stress and fear from travel. For some, it is the motion of the vehicle, and for others it may be the fear of unfamiliar environments. With a grasp of basic commands, as well as a little planning on the part of the owner, your pet can enjoy a more comfortable travel environment.

Keep your pet in a carrier during the journey. Include a favorite blanket or toy in the carrier to increase comfort and provide reassurance.

Set the carrier out several days in advance, leaving the door open to allow your pet to explore it without fear of immediate departure.

During the journey, allow your dog to exercise and relieve themselves every two hours. For cats, put a litter tray in the car, along with some water, and allow them to roam free in the car every few hours.

The calming effects of pheromones are a proven way to help reduce the fear that traveling can cause in dogs and cats.

A SENTRY Calming Collar with its soothing lavender chamomile fragrance contains pheromones that help to reduce fear and make traveling less stressful for pets. This is especially important if the journey is longer than three hours.

Do not leave pets unattended in the car as it increases their fear and can affect their safety.

Loud noise Loud noises such as thunder or fireworks can create extreme stress and fear that cause not only emotional distress, but also dangerous behaviors like trying to escape or becoming destructive. Avoid forcing your pet to stay with you and “get used to” the loud noises that are terrifying him. Instead, try a few of these recommendations: Create a safe place for your pet to come and go freely based on the area that he tries to go when he becomes frightened, such as the basement, your bedroom or behind the sofa.

Make your pet’s safe place extra therapeutic with a SENTRY Calming Diffuser that continuously emits calming pheromones in the immediate environment to help pets feel relaxed and safe.

Run a fan or radio to help distract from the noise he fears.

Try distracting your dog with favorite toys or activities just as he becomes anxious about the approach of a storm or sporadic firework sounds.

Barking incessantly There are many reasons a dog might bark incessantly, preventing you from enjoying the company of guests, annoying your neighbors and leaving you feeling irritated. While it’s unreasonable to expect a dog to never bark again, there are ways to help your dog change behavior and reduce barking.

Tell your dog to stop barking and wait to make sure he completely accepts this command.

Give your dog plenty of exercise through active play, walking or running to ensure pent-up energy isn’t driving your dog to bark. After correcting the behavior, activity can also help redirect a barking dog’s attention.

If underlying stress is the cause of your dog’s barking, pheromone technology can be an effective tool. Try using SENTRY Calming Spray, which contains a soothing pheromone to help reduce fear and calm pets, in your pet’s area to encourage him to lie down quietly.

If your dog is barking for attention, ignore him until he quiets, then give a treat or reward to reinforce the “no barking” behavior.

More tips for addressing common pet behavior problems can be found at www.sentrypetcare.com. Also remember to consult your veterinarian, who can help identify the right combination of training and therapy for your pet’s unique needs.

Pet care author and blogger Sandy Robins suggests watching for these signs of canine stress: Destructive behavior such as chewing furniture and other items in the home Excessive barking, both inside and outside the home Urinating and defecating around the house Sudden displays of growling, snarling and even biting family members that your dog is normally affectionate toward Physical signs of illness such as vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, skin allergies, excessive licking and pulling out clumps of fur When it comes to cats, Robins says it can be more difficult to pick up signs of stress because signals such as hiding or sleeping out of sight are normal behaviors. Sometimes the escalating level of feline stress is gradual. Be aware that these situations can cause cats to feel stressed: Loud music Strangers in the home, such as repairmen A barking dog or new pets New family members, such as a baby and even visitors New furniture A change of food or litter type A dirty litter box In some cases, the fix is simple — turn down loud music or move pets to a different part of the house when guests visit, for example.

Other times, more significant behavior training or tools such as pheromone therapy are necessary to ease your pet’s distress.

Animals produce pheromones in response to stress, alarm or danger that change the behavior of another animal of the same species. Pheromone collars, diffusers and calming sprays, such as those made by SENTRY, mimic the pheromone that the mother dog or cat produces to calm and reassure her young and are recognized throughout life. When used by pet owners, pheromones are a safe, efficient and convenient means of behavior management.

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