Courier Express

4 days ago | thecourierexpress.com | Adele Smith

Centre CountyGeraldine R. (Kadash) Shimmel, 79, of State College, died May 3, 2025. Leona P. “Lee” (Petrosky) Moore, 90, of Philipsburg, died April 14, 2025. Clarion CountyMary L. McCamant of Clarion, died May 2, 2025. Donald W. “Pap” Strauser, 92, of Rimersburg, died May 4, 2025. Clearfield CountyJohn L. Cowfer, 90, of Osceola Mills, died April 30, 2025. Donna J. Von Schmittou, 95, of DuBois, died May 3, 2025. Linda Dawn (Roussey) Winters, 45, of Clearfield, died May 1, 2025.

5 days ago | thecourierexpress.com | Brianne Fleming

DuBOIS — Bubba Jay’s home decor store has opened in the DuBois Plaza, offering a unique collection of home decor and gift items, gourmet snacks and more. Owner Mike Schepis, of Curwensville, said he always had an interest in the home decor realm, noting that his wife, April, along with his mother are huge decorators. When this space became open in DuBois, Schepis said it seemed like the perfect time to dive into a new venture.

5 days ago | thecourierexpress.com | Brianne Fleming

Editor’s Note: If you are interested in adopting one of these animals, please check with the shelter or rescue to be sure the animal is still available. GATEWAY HUMANE SOCIETYPrince is a handsome Beagle. He came to the shelter as a stray. He is estimated to be around 2 years old. Prince is a very sweet boy. To meet Prince, all the shelter at 814-375-0505.

5 days ago | thecourierexpress.com | Brianne Fleming

DuBOIS — Memory support residents at DuBois Continuum of Care Community enjoyed doing an art project alongside DuBois Area High School Interact Club students on Wednesday morning as part of the new program –Create from Memory. Darla Kahle, campus development director, said this is a new program at the continuum.

5 days ago | thecourierexpress.com | Brianne Fleming

PUNXSUTWANEY — Punxsutawney Borough issued the following residential, commercial and industrial building permits in April 2025. ResidentialDemolition, 106 Marion Ave., $13,000Raise sunporch roof, pergola, 148 Perry St., $10,000Porch with roof, 301 1/2 Elk Run Ave., $3,500CommercialRoof replacement, 551 E. Mahoning St., $718,500Sign, Punxsutawney Borough building, 301 E. Mahoning St., $4,989Cost was unavailable for the following residential permits:Driveway repairs, 103 Carmalt Ave.