April 2026 Borough Newsletter
- portmatildaborough
- Apr 7
- 3 min read
April 2026
Stay up to date with the latest news and upcoming events in Port Matilda Borough. This newsletter welcomes newly elected Borough officials, announces a zoning officer opening, highlights upcoming community events, and shares important reminders for Borough residents.
Welcome and Thank You
Port Matilda Borough Council extends its appreciation to Ida Lively and Mark Belinda for their service as Mayor and Councilman, respectively. Their dedication and contributions to the Borough are sincerely appreciated.
The Borough also welcomes Mayor Greg Harpster and Councilman Jon Rockey and looks forward to their service to the community.
Zoning Officer Needed
Port Matilda Borough is accepting applications for a part-time Zoning Officer.
This paid position reports directly to Borough Council and is filled on an as-needed basis.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume to the Borough Office during normal business hours.
Until the position is filled, zoning permit applications and zoning questions should continue to be directed to Lynn Snyder at (814) 222-3050.
Riff Raff Day
Saturday, June 13, 2026
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Residents are invited to participate in the Borough's annual Riff Raff Day.
Please note:
You must be a Port Matilda Borough resident.
Items must be delivered to Community Park on the day of the event.
Items Not Accepted
The following items cannot be accepted:
Mattresses
Propane cylinders
Televisions
Computers
Medical laboratory equipment
Hospital scrap machinery
Gasoline or fuel tanks
Drums
Tar buckets
Pipes
Boilers wrapped in insulation
Hazardous materials
Latex paint
Oil-based paint
Antifreeze
Motor oil
Children's Fishing Derby
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Community Park
Children ages 15 and younger are invited to participate.
Registration begins at 12:00 p.m.
Fishing runs from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For more information, contact John at (814) 404-3029.
Bald Eagle Creek Trout Tournament
The Bald Eagle Creek Trout Tournament will be held on April 11–12, 2026.
Additional event information is available through the Bald Eagle Sportsman's Club.
Memorial Day Service
A Memorial Day Service will be held:
Monday, May 25, 2026
11:00 a.m.Veterans Memorial
Residents are encouraged to attend as the community honors those who served our country.
Port Matilda Community Yard Sale
The annual Community Yard Sale will take place:
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Sign Up for ALERTCentre Emergency Notifications
Centre County 911 and the Centre County Emergency Management Agency encourage residents to enroll in ALERTCentre, a free emergency notification service.
Subscribers can receive alerts regarding:
Missing persons
Evacuation orders
Wanted fugitives
Active shooter incidents
Shelter-in-place notices
Emergency shelters
Severe weather alerts
Enrollment is free and voluntary.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Centre County will hold its annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on:
April 24–25, 2026
Event details and registration information are available through the Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority.
Primary Election
The Primary Election will be held on:
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Port Matilda Borough residents vote at the:
Shoe Donation Drive
Scouting America Troop 375 is collecting gently worn, used, and new shoes to help raise funds.
Donations may be dropped off at the Borough Office during regular office hours through April 30, 2026.
For additional information, contact Cheryl Zeljak.
2026 Dog Licenses Available
2026 Dog Licenses are available for purchase at the Port Matilda Borough Office.
Community Organizations
Would you like your organization's news or event included in a future Borough newsletter?
Please submit print-ready information to the Borough Office by June 15 for inclusion in the July newsletter.
Original Newsletter
This webpage contains the information from the April 2026 Port Matilda Borough Newsletter in an accessible, mobile-friendly format.