DRESSER INQUIRY: A response was offered to Ron Homan’s inquiry
regarding the Dresser Inc. McKean County engineering scholarship
program.[neWLine]

Dan Manion, director of marketing and sales for Dresser Piping
Specialties, writes, “”Dresser Inc. no longer sponsors the co-op
educational assistance scholarship program that was offered in
1956. However, Dresser Inc. does offer a different version of the
educational assistance program to all of our
employees.””[neWLine]

“”The tuition assistance program provides employees with
financial assistance so that they can continue their education
while working full time.[neWLine]

“”Through the years, Dresser Inc. has always believed in helping
our employees to further their education and continues to sponsor
educational programs.[neWLine]

“”In fact, I have personally benefited from the Dresser Inc.
tuition assistance program and earned an MBA degree from DePaul
University. Thanks for your inquiry!””[neWLine]

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SIGN OF TIMES: Keith Fortner reports seeing a flock of
southbound geese flying over Port Allegany – a smart move given our
chilly temperatures Friday morning.[neWLine]

Winter has certainly lulled us this year but the recent
onslaught of snow and sub-zero temperatures is a reminder that we
live in Bradford, not Bermuda.[neWLine]

We’ve been waiting patiently to pass along this list of
terminology that might help when you have to go out in this stormy
weather:[neWLine]

“”Winter weather advisory”” means weather conditions are
expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous,
especially to motorists.[neWLine]

A “”winter storm watch”” means be alert, a storm is
likely.[neWLine]

A “”winter storm warning”” means take action, a storm is in or
entering the area.[neWLine]

A “”blizzard warning”” means snow and strong winds will produce
near-zero visibility, deep drifts, and life-threatening wind chill
– seek refuge immediately.[neWLine]

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THIS, TOO: It didn’t take long for our freezing temperatures to
remind us that winter weather can be life threatening in a variety
of ways, especially when you’re on the road.[neWLine]

Always try to keep plenty of gas in your vehicle in case you get
stranded in a snow storm. That will at least allow you to stay warm
in your vehicle until you can be rescued. If you are stranded,
experts suggest running your vehicle at intervals. Be aware, too,
of the possibility that exhaust fumes are entering your vehicle. Be
sure your tailpipe is clear of any obstruction (such as a
snowbank).