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Bradford Journal PhotoDaryl 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 occa-sion. 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 Otter-Peters. 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.)

Celebrating Daryl Bigley’s Retirement At VFW

Bradford Journal PhotoDuring a public forum/meet the candidate night, held at the Bradford Area Public Li-brary, May 6th, Dan Woods explains that he would make a great Sheriff for McK-ean 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.

Woods Talks To Crowd

Bradford Journal PhotoThese 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 benefi t 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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PennDOT Crews Out In Force To Address Pothole Concerns (Harrisburg, PA) – Following a cold-er-than-average winter and weeks of dramatic temperature swings, Pennsyl-vania Department of Transportation act-ing 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 quick-ly as possible to address potholes, and we’re asking motorists for help by in-forming us about where there are road-way concerns.” In addition to the potholes addressed through continued monitoring by PennDOT crews, more than 3,600 pot-hole concerns have been reported to PennDOT and nearly 3,500 of those concerns have been addressed since March 1. With Pennsylvania’s aggres-sive freeze-thaw cycle, roadways will al-ways experience potholes. PennDOT’s force of nearly 5,000 equipment opera-tors 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 fi xed immediately, espe-cially on lower volume roads. We sim-ply must prioritize based on the traffi c volume of a road. I ask for patience as we work through making these repairs.” So far this year, PennDOT has in-vested more than $17.5 million to re-pair 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 possi-ble because Act 89, the state’s transpor-tation 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 num-bers 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 state-owned road system as soon as possible. With Pennsylvania’s high levels of traffi c, the fi fth-largest state-maintained highway network in the country and drastic freeze-thaw cycle, the potholes that naturally occur on the state’s road-ways are exacerbated by colder weath-er. PennDOT crews across the state have been repairing potholes as weath-er permits since winter began loosen-ing its grip, though dramatic tempera-ture 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 longer-term improvements this year statewide. Without Act 89, roughly 2,700 miles of roads would have seen mostly short-term repairs. On average over the past fi ve cal-endar 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 patch-ing 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 voice-mail system. Motorists are asked to be as specifi c as possible when providing locations of maintenance concerns. Motorists should report the county, municipal-ity, street name and state route number, which can be found on small black and white signs posted along state high-ways. In addition, a description of any familiar landmarks would be helpful for PennDOT to locate the problem area. Maintenance concerns will be cor-rected 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 traffi c 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.

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“High Rent ”-by Bob Perry

Big investors including the likes of War-ren Buffet, who invests in rental housing, are buying up houses for sale and convert-ing them into rentals and the rent is high. Since 2010 the rent has increased nearly twice the increase in average hourly wag-es. Alarming is the statistic that in states, including Florida, New Jersey, New York and California, more than 30% of the rent-ers 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 chang-ing 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 ar-eas they are seeking to relocate to has re-duced the inventory of houses for sale and therefore the building of apartments has skyrocketed. The Great Recession saw layoffs and foreclosures which made rent-ing 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 Depart-ment the hourly wages increased 2.1% in the past 12 months while the rental prices increased 3.7% in the same time period.

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 cer-tain 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 every-thing 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 tril-lion dollars and an increase in the inter-est rate will increase the defi cit and the debt. We can thank the politicians we have elected into federal offi ce over the past 5 decades or so. Their collective efforts in fi scal matters, and the devastating results, are proof they knew not what they were doing. The high rent is only going to get higher.

The US Department of Veterans Af-fairs Erie VA Medical Center, held a town hall meeting this last week at the Bradford American Legion Post #108 so-cial room, May 6th. And we were there. The purpose of the meeting was to al-low Veterans in the McKean County area to question Veterans Medical benefi ts, thereby informing offi cials 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 po-litical 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 dur-ing 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 fi res are caused by carelessness, or improperly conducted and poorly monitored burns, including camp-fi res……..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 in-creasing 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 lit-tle money, some food, or maybe just a ride (as in hitchhiker) . And in those days, we had tramps, vagabonds, street people, va-grants, and just plain scrounges. But that’s all they were, just bums- no dignifying characteristics, no special titles, and defi -nitely 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 ob-tain licensing before they work their trade in the township. Some say this is an at-tack on the poor, the needy, or the down-and-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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Bradford Journal PhotoAmy Peterson’s family was present for the Daryl Bigley retirement party at the Brad-ford 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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Richard Sherman Richard M. Sherman, 88, of 21 Lawton Road, Bradford, passed away Saturday (May 2, 2015) at Olean (N.Y.) General Hospital. Born Feb. 16, 1926, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Frederick and Arlene Do-risFritz Sherman. On July 19, 1947, in Sala-manca, N.Y., he married Virginia M. SpringerSherman, who died on Aug. 18, 1990. He was a 1945 graduate of Bradford High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy, served during World War II, and was hon-orably discharged. He worked for Wilson Refrigeration, then he started Sherman Refrigeration, which he operated for many years. Mr. Sherman was a member of the Foursquare Gospel Church, American Le-gion Post 108, Bradford Union Lodge 749 F&AM, Coudersport Consistory, McKean County Shrine Club. He is survived by two daughters, Glo-ria J. (Lee) Eliason and Donna R. (Tom) Sutley, all of Bradford; a son, Richard W. Sherman of Bradford; six grandchildren, Randy Sherman, Tyler Sherman, Max Sut-ley, Eric (Connie) Eliason and Michelle L. Eliason; fi ve great-grandchildren, Sarah Eliason, Hannah Eliason, Lucas Eliason, Brittany (Evan Luciano) Falconi, and MadelineBrown; one great-greatgrandson, Blake Luciano; one brother, Gary Sherman; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael

Sherman; two sisters, Doris Mealy and Annabelle Irons; and two brothers, Fred-erick and Jack Sherman. Burial was in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette, PA.

Kathryn Elrod Kathryn Ann Elrod, a devoted mother and grandmother, 73, passed away Satur-day (May 2, 2015) at the Bradford Ecu-menical Home after a 10 year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born April 9, 1942, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Robert V. and Jean Kellgren Richmond. Mrs. Elrod was a 1960 graduate of Brad-ford High School. She had been employed at the McKean County Assistance Offi ce for more than 20 years. She is survived by three children, a daughter, Lisa McKean of Bradford and two sons, Shane Elrod of Beach City, Ohio, and Jason Elrod of Bradford; four grandchildren, Haydon Gangloff, Madi-son Gangloff, Devon McKean and Keenan Elrod, one great-granddaughter, Parker Gangloff; a sister, Marge Kaziska of Port Allegany; and her former husband, Ron-ald Elrod. She was preceded in death by her par-ents; and one brother, Larry Richmond. Burial was in Willow Dale Cemetery, Bradford, PA.

Arthur Kerstetter Arthur W. Kerstetter, 55, of 404 Looker Mountain Trail, Bradford, passed away Tuesday (May 5, 2015) at The Pavilion at BRMC.

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 Brad-ford; one brother, Harvey G. (Phyllis) Ker-stetter Jr. of Kingwood, W.Va.; six nieces and nephews; and many grand nieces and grand nephews.

Shirley Gardner Shirley M. Gardner, 80, of 54 Patter-son 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 Du-ane 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 en-joyed spending time with friends and fam-ily, riding motorcycles, 4 wheeling, gar-dening, picking leeks and going to garage sales. Surviving are three daughters, Kather-ine A. Wilcox, Connie J. (Scott) Bryant and Susanne Gaze, all of Bradford; three grandchildren, Duane Gonzalez, Darin Gonzalez and Caitlan Bryant; one great-grandson, Anthony Gonzalez; and a close friend, Jane Zumstein. Burial was in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette, PA.

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at their destination. The U.S. State Depart-ment features its own global travel alert and warnings webpage (http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/alertswarn-ings.html) to prepare travelers for local crime, terrorist attacks or geopolitical con-fl ict. The U.S. National Weather Service also features sites for long-term storm and hurricane prediction, though travel insur-ers will generally not issue coverage after a particular storm system is named. Bottom line: Travel insurance can be a fi nancial lifesaver. However, it’s impor-tant to thoroughly evaluate such coverage in light of personal and business coverage you already have and, most of all, to read the fi ne print.

Bradford Journal PhotoGood 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 fl ow and save money. (See more pictures and videos in the photo gallery.)

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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 BeatriceNelson 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 refi nery 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 fi re departments, Assistant Chief for the Fire Brigade at the refi nery and the Rope Res-cue 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 hunt-ing, riding four-wheelers and many out-door activities, and he was a friend to eve-ryone. In addition to his wife of 13 years, he is survived by sister, Christina M. (Don-ald) Cobb of Gifford; one brother, David (Frances) Paul of Bradford; six nieces and nephews; and four grandnieces and grand-nephews. In addition to his parents, he was pre-ceded 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 Region-al 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,

who died March 10, 2013. Mrs. Means was a 1955 graduate of Bradford High School. She had been em-ployed at Johnson’s Cake Shop and later at W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery for 27 years, retiring in 1996. She was a former mem-ber 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 herfamily. Surviving are a daughter, Susan (Rich-ard) Combs of Bradford; three sons, Roy A. Means, Fred C. Means and Gene A. Means, all of Bradford; and several niec-es, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her par-ents, 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 Brad-ford, 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 fi shing. 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 Jackson-ville, N.C. and Harlynn Burgoon of Bing-hamton, N.Y.; one brother, Richard Wil-liams of Bradford; one sister, Stephanie Haynes of Bradford; one nephew, Micka-leb Williams of Bradford; and three niec-es, 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-

go. 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 appreci-ated in choirs and ensembles, and she was active in children’s and women’s min-istries. After retirement, she and Orville relocated to Salem, Ore., where follow-ing 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 accompani-ment 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 Bloomfi eld, Mich.; and her daughters, Janalyn C. Williams of Denver and Linda J. (Bill) Bredengerd of Bradford. She was preceded in death by her par-ents 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, memori-als may be made to the Bradford Ecumen-ical Home Foundation.


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(NAPSI)—Here’s food for thought: Food allergies affect approximately 15 million Americans. Despite this, ac-cording to a recent survey, half of all Americans say they lack proper knowl-edge 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 with-out having a reaction—when, often, the reaction can be life threatening. Fortu-nately, there are people working on a solution to this problem. An Answer The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT) and Amer-ican College of Allergy, Asthma & Im-munology (ACAAI) are launching a public service campaign to raise aware-ness of accurate food allergy diagnosis and effective management. The cam-paign encourages Americans with food allergy questions and concerns to see a board-certifi ed allergist and visit www.livingwithfoodallergies.org There, they can quickly access sci-ence-based information from trusted sources and fi nd a board-certifi ed aller-gist nearby. The site also provides links to support groups, resources for de-veloping food allergy and anaphylaxis management plans, and other ideas val-uable 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 aller-gies safe; • 31 percent incorrectly believe the

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American Institute for Cancer Research Q:What is the recommended amount of fi sh I should be eating? Does it all have to be salmon for the omega-3 fatty acids? A: Eight ounces of fi sh and seafood per week (for example, two four-ounce serv-ings) 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 fi sh with omega 3s is enough to reduce heart attacks and deaths from heart disease. That’s aim-ing for one serving a week from choices high in omega-3s. One fi sh high in omega 3s is salmon (fresh, frozen or canned). However, world sup-ply 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; sa-blefi sh (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://sea-foodhealthfacts.org/). Low-fat choices like cod, haddock and catfi sh are excellent sources of protein, se-lenium and other nutrients, but if you eat only seafood choices like these, you are un-likely 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 fi sh, increase amount of fi sh, or discuss adding supplemental EPA + DHA.

only difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance is the level of se-verity; and • One in four reported they would search the Internet or visit a health-related website fi rst for more informa-tion. “Too often in my practice, I see pa-tients who don’t have the correct infor-mation 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 diffi cult 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 fi rm Toluna, on behalf of FAACT and ACAAI. Learn More For further information, visit living-withfoodallergies.org

Bradford Journal PhotoThree 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

Widely 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 aterrific fresh ingredient to enhance any meal.

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

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

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

For more recipes featuring delicious and nutritious grapes,visit www.grapesfromcalifornia.com.

Tofu Grape Kabobs Servings: 4

2–3 tablespoons minced jalapeno2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon grated ginger1 pound firm tofu, cut into 12 chunks 2 cups green California grapes2 cups steamed brown rice2 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 mgcholesterol; 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 virtuallyno sodium.

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

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

� Grapes contribute to heart health by promotingthe relaxation of blood vessels to help maintainhealthy blood flow and function.

Sweet Summery SnackFrozen grapes are the perfect cool down when the weathergets hot. Just rinse, pat dry and place in the freezer forabout 2 hours.

Shrimp Thai Salad Servings: 4

3 cups shredded savoy cabbage

2 cups bean sprouts, rinsed1 1/2 cups green California grapes,

halved1 large cucumber

1/4 cup lime juice3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar2 tablespoons brown sugar3 tablespoons minced shallots1 tablespoon safflower oil1 red Thai chili, thinly sliced

1 1/2 cups cooked medium shrimp3 tablespoons coarsely chopped

cilantro 3 tablespoons Thai basil, torn

Combine cabbage, bean sprouts andgrapes in large bowl. With vegetablepeeler, peel cucumber into long thinstrips 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, topwith shrimp and sprinkle with cilantroand basil.

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

Grape and SmokedMozzarella Flatbread Servings: 4

2 large wholegrain flatbreads or naan (about 8 ounces)

1 1/4 cups grated smoked mozzarella

3 cups arugula1 cup sliced red, green and

black California grapes1 tablespoon extra-virgin

olive oil1 small clove garlic, minced

SaltFreshly 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 withmozzarella. Broil until melted, about2–3 minutes.

While mozzarella is melting, tosstogether 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 saturatedfat); 38% calories from fat; 16 g protein; 37 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 19 mgcholesterol; 626 mg sodium.

Sweet and Savory Garlic Ginger Brussels Sproutsand GrapesServings: 4 (1/2 cup each)

1 pound Brussels sprouts2 tablespoons extra-virgin

olive oil1 cup halved red California

grapes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

3 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons fresh ginger,

grated2 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons honey1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

Cut off woody stem on each Brusselssprout and remove any tough or bruisedouter leaves. Slice sprouts very thinly to make mound of feathery ribbons.

Heat olive oil in large skillet overmedium-high heat. Add sprouts, grapes,salt and pepper to skillet and saute 3–4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add garlic, ginger, mustard, honeyand vinegar to pan. Continue to sauteapproximately 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 saturatedfat); 48% calories from fat; 6 g protein;23 g carbohydrate; 5 g fiber; 0 mgcholesterol; 236 mg sodium.


Bradford Journal PhotoHaving 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 Mea-cham, 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.)

Identify Themselves As Part Of Daryl’s Minions

Bradford Journal PhotoCindy Utter-Peters chats with Daryl Big-ley, (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 pic-tures and videos in the photo gallery.)

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FAMILY FEATURES

Summer is a time of playground fun,swimming, boating, biking, camping and other outdoor activities. Unfortu -nately, these activities can lead to ahigher 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 professionalsbecause unintentional deaths and seriousinjuries increase dramatically among children during these months.

“Sustaining a serious injury can be a life-altering event for a child,” said DaleStauss, 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 pediatricorthopaedic conditions, spinal cord injuriesand burns, Shriners Hospitals for Childrenprovides critical, surgical and rehabilitativecare to children, regardless of the families’ability to pay. “We prefer these accidents never happen, but when they do, our physi -cians and medical staff work together to get these patients back to being kids —laughing, playing and dreaming about thefuture,” commented Stauss.

The good news is that many of these injuriesmay be preventable. Here are some tips fromShriners Hospitals for Children to help yourfamily enjoy a fun, injury-free summer.

Go Outside and PlayThe physical and mental health benefits ofoutdoor play are great for children. It providesopportunities for exercise, creative expression,stress reduction and access to a free andnatural source of vitamin D — sunlight.Before sending kids out to play, make surethey always wear shoes to protect feet fromcuts, scrapes and splinters, and wear sunscreento protect from sunburns and harmful ultra-violet rays.

Playground 101The Centers for Disease Control andPrevention reports that every year emer-gency departments treat more than 200,000children ages 14 and younger for playground-related injuries. Before your kids head to theplayground, keep these precautions in mind:

� Choose parks and playgrounds that areappropriate for their age and offer shock-absorbing surfaces.

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

� Remind kids to go down the slide one at atime and to wait until the slide is completelyclear before taking their turn. Teach them to always sit facing forward with their legsstraight in front of them and to never slidedown headfirst.

� Remind children to swing sitting down.Encourage them to wait until the swingstops before getting off and to be carefulwhen walking in front of moving swings.

Adapting After an AccidentThirteen-year-old SydneyKendall knows the importanceof water safety. After losing herright forearm during a boatingaccident six years ago, Sydneywas brought to Shriners Hospitalsfor Children where she receiveda prosthesis and occupationaltherapy to help her learn how to adapt.

As Sydney’s confidence grew,so did her ambition to get backin the water. She became aShriners Hospitals for ChildrenPatient Ambassador and chal -lenged herself to mentor other patients through abilityawareness presentations. Shealso joined a competitive swim team and participated in a triathlon.

Sydney’s newest challenge is to help increase awarenessabout summer safety. She invitesparents and children to visitShrinersHospitalsforChildren.org/SafeSummer to find tips forpreventing injuries this season.

Make a Safe SplashWhile playing poolside may be a blast, SafeKids Worldwide reports that drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death forchildren ages 1 to 4 and it is the third leadingcause of injury-related death among children19 and under. Additionally, University ofMichigan Health Systems estimates that each year about 6,000 young people underage 14 are hospitalized because of a divinginjury, with one in five sustaining a spinalcord injury. Prevent accidents and injurieswith these tips to ensure your family’s safetyaround water:

� Teach children to never swim alone or gonear water without an adult present.

� Give children your undivided attentionwhen they are swimming or are near anybody 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 poolor into above-ground pools.

Fun on the WaterBoating, tubing and other water sports can begreat fun but can also be dangerous. Accord -ing to the U.S. Coast Guard, nearly 71 per -cent of all boating fatalities are caused fromdrowning, 85 percent of which are a result ofnot wearing a life jacket. Here is what youcan do to enjoy the water safely:

� Always have children wear a Coast Guard-approved, properly fitted life jacket whileon a boat, around an open body of wateror when participating in water sports.

� Educate yourself. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, 86 percent of boatingaccident deaths involve boaters who havenot completed a safety course.

� Always check water conditions andforecasts before going out on the water.

Mowing MattersThousands of children are injured in lawnmower accidents each year, some severely.Lawn mower injuries account for a largepercentage of accidental amputationsaccording to the American Academy ofOrthopaedic Surgeons. The Academycautions that the speed of a typical lawnmower blade can send dirt and bacteria deep into a wound, creating a high risk for severe infection. To avoid accidentsinvolving lawn mowers, keep these tips in mind:

� Teach children to never play on or arounda lawn mower, even when it is not in use. They should never be permitted towalk beside, in front of or behind amoving mower.

� Children under 6 years of age should bekept inside the home while mowing.

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

Fire Safety SimplifiedIn 2012, more than 136,000children across the United States,including more than 67,000children 4 and under, were injureddue to a fire or burn and treated inemergency rooms, according toSafe Kids Worldwide. Use thesetips to keep children safe aroundfires, fireworks, grills and otherheat sources:

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� Take your child to a doctor orhospital immediately if he or she is injured in a fire or byfireworks.

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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 de-veloping, such as reading. “As children grow into teenagers and then young adults, fi nding your favorite novel as a young person, for example, can have immeasurable benefi ts by answering questions like: Who am I? What do I val-ue? 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 neces-sary 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 refl ect video game themes. “Invasion of the Overworld: Book One in the Gameknight999 Series: An Unoffi cial Minecrafter’s Adventure,” a book by Cheverton, is an effective ex-ample. 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 ad-ditional teachable moments for issues like bullying. “I’ve come to love play-ing Minecraft with my son, who spent months building things on his server: cas-tles, bridges, underwater cities, factories, everything and anything his imagination could conceive,” Cheverton says. “Video games can have its benefi ts, 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 benefi ts with family relationships. It turns out that there has been plenty of research out there on the benefi ts 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-

Engineer, Parent & Former School Teacher Crafts Novel Method For Teachable Momentsversity, 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 be-havior, 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 play-ing 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 en-tail building cities may naturally take an interest later in life in the details of build-ing 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

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Bradford Journal PhotoLeft 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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Whether you’re hitting the open road for a leisurely cruise or simply spending more time in your carkeeping up with a fast-paced summer, you want your vehicle at its best when it comes to safety, styleand 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 goodworking order. Test headlights, tail lights and turn signals, and check fluid levels, topping off or replacing asneeded. Also be sure tires are properly inflated, and inspect seat belts for any imperfections that may hinderperformance.

If you’re going to arrive safely, why not go in style, too? Keeping your car sparkling clean not only protectsfinishes inside and out, it’s the easiest way to make your ride look great. Let your personality show with subtletouches 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 readyto deliver a refreshing blast of cool air. Add an air freshener with a subtle summery scent, and don’t forget tothrow 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.


Road trip readyA road trip is a fun way to enjoy asummer getaway, while providingultimate flexibility to keep your ownschedule and pace. Protect yourvehicle and your own safety byfollowing these recommendationsfrom the Car Care Council andcomplete a thorough pre-trip checklistbefore hitting the road:

� Check the brake system, and makesure 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 washersolvent and coolant. Dirty air filterscan waste gas and cause the engineto lose power.

� Check hoses and belts that canbecome cracked, brittle, frayed,loose or show signs of excessivewear. These are critical to the properfunctioning of the electrical system,air conditioning, power steering andthe cooling system.

� Check the tires, including tirepressure and tread. Underinflatedtires reduce a vehicle’s fueleconomy and uneven wear indicatesa need for wheel alignment. Tiresshould also be checked for bulgesand bald spots.

� Check that the gas cap is notdamaged, loose or missing toprevent gas from spilling orevaporating.

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Bradford Journal PhotoDavid Cord, Erie VA Medical Center Di-rector, answers a question, May 6th, dur-ing 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 reim-bursement for care provided to Veterans outside of the VA hospital and clinic set-ting. (See photos in gallery)

Cord Addresses Vets

Bradford Journal PhotoFrom left to right, executives from the Erie VA Medical Center, David Lavin, Chief of Staff; Dorene Sommers, Associate Direc-tor of Patient Care Services; and Melissa Sundin, were present to help answer ques-tions, 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 McK-ean County Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) area. (See photos in gal-lery.)

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Bradford Journal PhotoMembers 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.)

Daryl’s Big Family Wishing Him The Best

Bradford Journal PhotoA baby shower was given for Kimberly Herbstritt, May 9th, in one of the Brad-ford 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 ex-cited and that the baby is due May 30th. Jimmy tells us that he is happy about it all. (See more pictures in the photo gallery.)

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Bradford Journal PhotoPaul Berg, Candidate for Mayor of the City of Bradford, looks down at his notes, during the public forum/meet the candi-date night held at the Bradford Area Pub-lic 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 ur-gently 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 fi nancial op-erations, something that he will work for if he is elected.

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ARIES - (Mar. 21 - Apr. 19)Make more of an effort this week to listen where listening is essential and all will be fi ne.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 en-couraging 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 pro-gress you want is to relax!PISCES - (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20)Avoid making things more complicated than they need to be.

Maureen and Devin Puvel, Salamanca, NY.MAY 7, 2015:DAUGHTER, to William and Shaw-na Miller, Cattarau-gus, NY.MAY 8, 2015:DAUGHTER, to Jamie and Dan Krenn, Hinsdale, NY.

DEATHS:

APR. 29, 2015:GRILL, Charles Dominic, of Wilm-ington, DE, formerly of Bradford, PA.MAY 1, 2015:REINARD, Dora J., 76, of Mount Jewett, PA.MAY 2, 2015:SHERMAN, Richard M., 88, of 21 Lawton Road, Bradford, PA.CHILDRESS, Clifford W. “Buck”, 95, for-merly of Lamont, PA.

ELROD, Kathryn Ann, 73, of Bradford, PA.MAY 3, 2015:JOHNSON, Debo-ra J., 56, of Chestnut St., Port Allegany, PA.L O C K W O 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 Washing-ton St., St. Marys, PA.MAY 4, 2015:SHIELDS, Geneva Kelly, 81, of South Main St., Eldred, PA.LINDENMUTH, La-wanda O. “Peggy”, 75, of 105 Toby Rd., Dagus Mines, PA.MacDONALD, Jo-seph C., 86, of 102 Center St., Ridgway,

PA.LUCIDI, Nicholas, 79, of Westfi eld, formerly of Allen-town, PA.CARR, Ralph T., 33, of Bradford, PA.MAY 5, 2015:TARASEK, Joy, 75, of 5647 Nichols Rn., Limestone, NY.KERSTETTER, Ar-thur W., 55, of 404 Looker Mountain Trail, Bradford, PA.BRAY, Shirley A., 85, of Lakeview Sen-ior Care and Living Center, Smethport, PA.GARDNER, Shirley M., 80, of 54 Patte-son Lane, Bradford, PA.FOLTZ, Janet L., 72, of Smethport, PA.MAY 6, 2015:PAUL, Donald J., 55, of Bradford, PA WILLIAMS, Sylvia

C., 92, of the Brad-ford 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.

Bradford Journal PhotoStaff from the McKean County’s Commu-nity Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) lo-cated in Bradford, PA were present for the Erie VA Medical Center’s town hall meet-ing, held May 6th at Bradford’s American Legion Club and Post 108 social Hall, May 6th. Left to right are CBOC Medi-cal Director, Dr. Susan Panah; her LPN, Dianna Cox; and her receptionist Nicole Vanyo. The Erie VA Medical Center ad-ministers fi ve CBOC’s (one in each of fi ve outlying counties). (See photos in gallery)

Dr. Panah And Crew

Bradford Journal PhotoDuring a VA sponsored, town hall meet-ing, 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 Direc-tor 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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Signs of Stressin Dogs and CatsLike people, pets respond differently tostressful situations, and circumstances thatone pet copes with easily can create extremeduress for another.

Pet care author and blogger Sandy Robinssuggests watching for these signs of caninestress:

� Destructive behavior such as chewingfurniture and other items in the home

� Excessive barking, both inside andoutside the home

� Urinating and defecating around thehouse

� Sudden displays of growling, snarlingand even biting family members thatyour dog is normally affectionate toward

� Physical signs of illness such as vomit -ing, diarrhea, loss of appetite, skinallergies, excessive licking and pullingout clumps of fur

When it comes to cats, Robins says it canbe more difficult to pick up signs of stressbecause signals such as hiding or sleepingout of sight are normal behaviors. Some -times the escalating level of feline stress isgradual. Be aware that these situations cancause 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 babyand even visitors

� New furniture

� A change of food or litter type

� A dirty litter box

In some cases, the fix is simple — turn downloud music or move pets to a different part of the house when guests visit, for example.Other times, more significant behaviortraining or tools such as pheromone therapyare necessary to ease your pet’s distress.

Animals produce pheromones in responseto stress, alarm or danger that change thebehavior of another animal of the samespecies. Pheromone collars, diffusers andcalming sprays, such as those made bySENTRY, mimic the pheromone that themother dog or cat produces to calm andreassure her young and are recognizedthroughout life. When used by pet owners,pheromones are a safe, efficient and con -venient means of behavior management.

TravelWhile some pets can’t wait to hop in the car and take off, othersexperience stress and fear from travel. For some, it is the motion of the vehicle, and for others it may be the fear of unfamiliarenvironments. With a grasp of basic commands, as well as a littleplanning on the part of the owner, your pet can enjoy a morecomfortable travel environment.

� Keep your pet in a carrier during the journey. Include afavorite blanket or toy in the carrier to increase comfort andprovide reassurance.

� Set the carrier out several days in advance, leaving the dooropen to allow your pet to explore it without fear of immediatedeparture.

� During the journey, allow your dog to exercise and relievethemselves every two hours. For cats, put a litter tray in thecar, along with some water, and allow them to roam free inthe 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 chamo -mile fragrance contains pheromones that help to reduce fearand make traveling less stressful for pets. This is especiallyimportant if the journey is longer than three hours.

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

Loud noiseLoud noises such as thunder or fireworks can create extreme stressand fear that cause not only emotional distress, but also dangerousbehaviors like trying to escape or becoming destructive. Avoidforcing your pet to stay with you and “get used to” the loud noisesthat are terrifying him. Instead, try a few of these recommendations:

� Create a safe place for your pet to come and go freely basedon 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 calmingpheromones in the immediate environment to help pets feelrelaxed 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 ashe becomes anxious about the approach of a storm or sporadicfirework sounds.

Barking incessantlyThere are many reasons a dog might bark incessantly, preventingyou from enjoying the company of guests, annoying your neigh -bors and leaving you feeling irritated. While it’s unreasonable toexpect a dog to never bark again, there are ways to help your dogchange behavior and reduce barking.

� Tell your dog to stop barking and wait to make sure he com -pletely accepts this command.

� Give your dog plenty of exercise through active play, walkingor running to ensure pent-up energy isn’t driving your dog tobark. After correcting the behavior, activity can also helpredirect a barking dog’s attention.

� If underlying stress is the cause of your dog’s barking,pheromone technology can be an effective tool. Try usingSENTRY Calming Spray, which contains a soothingpheromone to help reduce fear and calm pets, in your pet’sarea 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 “nobarking” behavior.

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

FAMILY FEATURES

Bad 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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