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Photo by Mandy Colosimo Six&Kane was welcomed into the Kane community Saturday.
Reimagine rural, Six&Kane BY MANDY COLOSIMO
KANE — Yesterday can be reimagined, and that is what is critical to the region. It takes relationships with many to make a project like this happen. West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund (WPPSEF) turned over the completed Six&Kane building project to the Kane community on Saturday during a ribbon tying ceremony on Fraley Street. Abbi Peters of PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship said during a briefing about community involvement and support, “none of us could have done this alone, and none of it was linear. It was scary to roll up the sleeves and take a leap of faith — but it was well worth it.” A massive undertaking by WPPESF was a “labor
of love,” for Barbara Robuck, Marketing and Communications for WPPSEF, “there is a lot of emotion in this celebration. The building is complete, but there is still work to be done. It is neverending, which is a good thing, we still have to fill it with people.” Six&Kane, the refurbished building project that now meets passive house standards, has been in the news for years, is only the first of its kind. It has sparked many in the Kane community to take on their own investments in the principles of passive house construction. The owner of neighboring business Laughing Owl Press, Joe Lanich, has watched and learned from the engineers and trades people on the project since it was started. He has begun to make better
decisions on his own business that will have long term value. “My building is married to the Six&Kane. It was an inspiration to watch the detail work that went into what they did, I learned a lot. I heard the joy and the frustration. The principles of design and seeing what it means made me a believer,” Lanich. said. The principles he mentioned will be part of an educational installment coming soon by the Kane Chamber of Commerce working with WPPSEF for the Pittsburgh Children’s Museum. Basically, there are five principles that guide the design: Continuous Insulation, No Thermal Bridges, Airtight, High P e r f o r m a n c e Windows and Doors, and Fresh Air with
Heat Recovery. These will be part of a kiosk display for the museum, as well there is an interactive house, currently in construction, that children will be able to play in and see what each of the above mean. As part of the celebration, all the stakeholders, tradespeople, and others held a webinar on Friday to discuss what these principles mean and how they work at Six&Kane. There are standards for refurbished buildings and there are standards for new construction. Six&Kane is a refurbished building, but many of the standards now meet or exceed those of a newly constructed building. An example was given that the great room, on the third floor, the one with an entire brick wall,
needed to have air leakage of less than the equivalent of three sheets of copy paper. This means that every pin hole and crack mattered. The end result, after sealing each found place on the wall and elsewhere, was onethird of one sheet of copy paper of air leakage – better than standard for a newly constructed building. Envity Project Manager, Norm Horn, said he has a, “new appreciation for cracks, a fondness really.” But it is more than making the building energy efficient. Six&Kane was originally a dry goods store in 1905, in 1968 it was a Moose Lodge, and prior to this project the building was vacant and deteriorating. To take a building that is almost 120 years old and keep it from being torn down,
or worse, takes the full commitment of many people throughout a community. The Kane community, including mayor Brandy Schimp and chamber director Kate Kennedy, acknowledged the engineers and designers, thanking them for the learning opportunities provided to local contractors. Horn said, “the tech is here, the talent is here – the people needed are here, they will listen and learn, we see this. They want to try new things, do the work, and do it well.” The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources said that they are always asked what the return on investment is. “The return is the buildup in and around the community we have invested in,” said an agency spokesperson.
‘The Reckoning and the Cost’ to be presented at Eldred WWII Museum Lafayette Twp. sets trick-or-treat hours Lafayette Township’s Trick-or-Treat hours will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 31. Residents are asked to leave their porch lights on if they wish to
participate. Families within Lafayette Township are also invited to participate in the Trunkor-Treat event at the Lafayette Township
Firehall at 7004 Route 59 on Oct. 31 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Lafayette Township residents are welcome to attend the event and hand out treats.
ELDRED — The Eldred World War II Museum will present “The Reckoning and the Cost,” a program on World War II, on Oct. 20. This installment of the monthly museum series will cover the cost of the War on multiple levels and
detail the Nuremburg Trials and the Japanese War Crimes trials in the immediate aftermath of this cataclysmic period in human history. It will also touch on the echoes of the War and the important lessons to be learned as our country faced
challenges at home and abroad. Museum curator Steve Appleby will give the presentation. All are welcome and admission is free. Donations will be gratefully accepted. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the program starting at 7 p.m.
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One entry per person. All entries must be on original newsprint entry form. No photo copies will be accepted. One random winner from each age group will be chosen from the submitted colored photos. Winner will receive an Assorted Candy Basket. Bradford Publishing employees and their families are not eligible. Contest open to children ages 3 to 6 and 7 to 11.
Please Mail or Drop off Picture and Entry Form to: The Bradford Era, 43 Main St, PO Box 365, Bradford, PA 16701 Please Mark “Halloween Coloring Page” if mailing Entries due no later than Oct. 26th at 2 PM
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How to keep kids safe on Halloween When Halloween arrives each October, most people are interested in the entertaining aspects of the holiday in addition to the abundance of sweet foods that are there for the taking. Even though fun may be foremost on the brain, it is important for everyone keep safety in mind as well. According to the Florida Law Group, Halloween is a time of heightened injuries and fatalities, and is actually the deadliest day of the year for children. A State Farm insurance study that analyzed four million fatalities between 1990 and 2010 discovered children are twice as likely
to die on Halloween as they are on any other day of the year. Data published in the Wall Street Journal indicated children between the ages of four and eight are 10 times more likely to be fatally injured by a car on Halloween than any other day of the year. While no one wants to put a damper on Halloween festivities, it’s important that everyone celebrate safely. Keep weekdays in mind Halloween falls on a Monday in 2022 and that could be more dangerous than if it fell on a weekend. According to Autoinsurance.com, which conducted a
study that analyzed 24 years’ worth of data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), injuries to children and pedestrians in general were higher on weeknight than weekend holidays, with most accidents occurring between 6 p.m. and 7 pm — prime commuter time. Exercise extreme caution walking around this year. Opt for face paints over masks Medical masks may still be worn by some families as precautions against COVID-19. However, when it comes to Halloween costumes, face paints are preferable to masks and other
face coverings. Masks tend to limit visibility, which can lead to kids tripping and falling, or even not being able to see cars or other pedestrians. Follow safety instructions when using face paints around the eyes and mouth. Improve visibility all around In late October, the sun sets at 5:50 on average (for New York City according to 2021 data). Sunset will occur earlier the more north one is located latitudinally. With darkness descending during peak trickor-treating times, it’s imperative that children carry flashlights or glow sticks or utilize reflective tape on their costumes
so others can see them. Traverse familiar areas Children trick-ortreating with adults may be able to venture a bit further in pursuit of treats, but it is generally safer to stay close to home where surroundings are familiar. This reduces the propensity for getting lost or wandering into sketchy situations. Older kids allowed to venture out on their own would be wise to stay close to home as well. Neighbors can assist if something goes awry and there’s less chance of getting turned around.
What homeowners can do Even though safety is largely on the shoulders of trick-or-treaters, homeowners and renters can do their part to ensure the safety of those enjoying Halloween hijinks. Make sure walkways to doors are clear. Have additional lights on pathways or overhead to improve visibility. Contain pets indoors, as they may become skittish on Halloween with extra crowds and noises. Don’t run the risk of kids getting scratched or bitten. Embracing various safety strategies can help make Halloween even more enjoyable.
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AAA: It’s the peak time of year for deer collisions PITTSBURGH — The average AAA Insurance vehicle damage claim for a deer incident is about $5,000. Cooler weather and shorter days mean more deer are now gracing Pennsylvania’s roadways. The number of deer-vehicle collisions increases during October and peaks in November and December. To reduce inconvenience, costs, and potential danger, AAA East Central cautions motorists to be especially vigilant on the road in animalprone areas. In 2020, there were more than 5,581 deer related crashes in Pennsylvania, according to data from the Pennsylvania Department of Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n . Moreover, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are about 1 million car accidents with deer each year that kill 200 Americans, cause more than 10,000 personal injuries, and result in $1 billion in vehicle damage. AAA recommends drivers check their coverage. AAA Insurance reports that its average deer-related claim in the region is about $5,000, though costs can be much higher depending on the damage to a vehicle. Collision coverage pays for damage to a vehicle that results
from a collision with an object (e.g., a telephone pole, a guard rail, a mailbox), or because of flipping over. AAA East Central recommends motorists opt-in for comprehensive coverage, which is for damage to vehicles covered by disasters “other than collisions” (in this case, contact with animals). To help prevent a crash or to reduce damage from an animal collision, AAA suggests motorists: Pay attention to road signs. Yellow, diamondshaped signs with an image of a deer indicate areas with high levels of deer activity. Keep focused on the road. Ditching distractions is one of the easiest ways to be ready if a deer comes out of nowhere. Be especially attentive in early morning and evening hours. Many animals, especially deer, are most active from 5-8 a.m. and 5-8 p.m., prime commuting times for many motorists. Use high beams when there’s no oncoming traffic. Animals can be spotted sooner and the light reflecting off their eyes will often reveal their location. Slow down and watch for other deer to appear. Deer rarely travel alone, so if there is one, more are likely nearby. Resist the urge to swerve. Keep both
hands firmly on the wheel and don’t change lanes. Swerving away from animals can confuse them so they don’t know which way to run. It can also put motorists in the path of oncoming vehicles or cause the vehicle to crash into something. If the crash is imminent take your foot off the brake. During hard braking, the front end of a vehicle is pulled downward which can cause the animal to travel up over the hood towards the windshield. Letting off the brake can protect motorists from windshield strikes because the animal is more likely to be pushed to one side of the vehicle or over the top of the vehicle. In the event of a deer strike, AAA recommends: Call the police. Avoid making contact with the animal. A frightened or wounded animal can hurt people or further injure itself. Put the vehicle’s hazard lights on, whether it’s light or dark outside. If possible, immediately move the vehicle to a safe location, out of the roadway, and wait for help to arrive. Motorists should contact their insurance agent or company representative as quickly as possible to report any damage.
Wolf Administration outlines winter preparations HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Acting Deputy Secretary for Highway Administration Mike Keiser and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Chief Operating Officer Craig Shuey held a media briefing Wednesday to outline plans for winter services, highlight job opportunities, and discuss how the public can prepare for the season. The public can access travel information on nearly 40,000 statemaintained roadway miles year-round at www.511PA.com, and during the winter they can find plowtruck locations and details of when statemaintained roadways were last plowed. The information is made possible by PennDOT’s Automated Vehicle Location technology, which uses units in the over 2,600 departmentowned and rented plow trucks to send a cellular signal showing a truck’s location. To help the public prepare for the season and share information about winter services, PennDOT offers operational information and traveler resources on its winter web page. The site also has a complete winter guide with detailed information about winter services in each of PennDOT’s 11
engineering districts. With more than $212 million budgeted for this winter’s statewide operations, PennDOT deploys about 4,700 onthe-road workers, has more than 636,000 tons of salt on hand across the state and will take salt deliveries throughout the winter. PennDOT is actively seeking nearly 700 temporary equipment operators statewide for the winter season to supplement the department’s fulltime staff. Details on minimum requirements, such as possession of a CDL, as well as application information, are available at www. e m p l o y m e n t . p a . g o v. Through the same website, job seekers can apply for over 100 other non-operator winter positions such as diesel and construction equipment mechanics, welders, clerks and more.
If motorists encounter snow or ice-covered roads, they should slow down, increase their following distance and avoid distractions. Last winter in Pennsylvania, preliminary statewide data shows that there were 266 crashes resulting in two fatalities and 116 injuries on snowy, slushy or ice-covered roadways where aggressivedriving behaviors such as speeding or making careless lane changes were factors. Motorists should prepare for potential wintry weather by ensuring they have supplies in their cars before heading out: food, water, blankets, extra gloves and hats, cell phone charger, hand or foot warmers, windshield brush and scraper, and any specialized items like medications or baby and pet supplies.
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OLEAN, N.Y. — The Jingle Bell Jubilee will be held again this year in downtown Olean with activities such as holiday market, carolers, dance groups, wreath creation class, Shop Raffle Drawing, Sips of the Season, make and take craft, horse and wagon rides, petting zoo; an inflated snow globe for picture opps, cocoa and cookie crawl, decorate the tree contest, cookie decorating, and even a Rudolph run. The Jubilee is set for Fridays, Dec. 2 and 9 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Last year, the pavilion was transformed into a holiday market place with vendors galore. This year, the Chamber is asking for vendors with products that are: great holiday gifts; unique; high-quality; and handmade/crafted. Vendors will be selected based on product and selection. Those
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