HEADLINE: Wind Advisory issued April 28 at 1:46AM EDT until April 28 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Southeast to south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
* WHERE…Chautauqua County, including the downslope region of the Chautauqua Ridge to the Lake Erie shoreline.
* WHEN…Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles on the NYS Thruway and Route 5 as wind gusts will be perpendicular to travel.
INSTRUCTIONS: Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Tonya I. Finster, 65, of Roulette, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Gatehouse at Divine Providence Hospital, Williamsport, after a short illness.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Tonya, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) has introduced legislation that will help increase revenue for counties, municipalities and school districts in which a significant amount of land is managed by the state.
The bill would expand upon the existing Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) currently provided by the state by requiring a portion of revenue collected from the sale of timber, oil and natural gas from state-owned land – as well as revenue from the construction or placement of radio towers and rent and royalties – to be shared with government entities in which the land is located.
“The local governments where state land is located are restricted from future economic development and continually struggle with a limited tax base,” Causer said. “While agencies do pay a small amount in lieu of taxes to these entities, it is a small fraction of what the land could be worth considering the significant revenue the state is collecting from the way they are using the land.”
Coudersport Public Library will host a special Poetry Night on Tuesday, April 28 at 7:00 p.m. This free community event is being held in memory of our friend, poet and writer Daniel F. “Danny” Glassmire, and will feature readings of some of his works, along with poems beloved by others.
In addition, participants will share their own writings, or recite a poem that’s personally meaningful. The public is also invited to attend and listen, and perhaps find comfort and inspiration in the words of others.
Light refreshments will be served.
For those unable to attend, this event may be viewed via Zoom. Email coudersportlibrary@gmail.com by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday if you would like the link.
Williamsport, Pa., April 27, 2026 – Electrophysiologists at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Williamsport now offer pulsed field ablation (PFA), a new, minimally invasive treatment option for atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common abnormal heart rhythm.
“AFib is a complex rhythm disorder and is the most common abnormal heart rhythm we see in our practice,” said Suppiramaniam Sreeharikesan, M.D. (Dr. Kesan for short), electrophysiologist, UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. “Adding this new procedure advances the level of heart care in the region. Studies have shown PFA can decrease the risk of complications compared with other kinds of ablation and we know there are patients who will directly benefit from it here in the community.”
PFA uses short bursts of electrical energy delivered through a specially designed catheter to target and destroy the specific heart tissue causing the irregular heartbeat. The short pulses of high-energy electricity create small holes in the cell membrane of the targeted tissue, leading to cell death. The electrical pulses are more specifically targeted, so there is a lower risk of damaging nearby structures like the esophagus and phrenic nerve than traditional catheter ablation.
“We know patients want to be in the hospital for as short of a stay as possible. An added benefit of PFAs is that they are generally same-day procedures,” said Dr. Kesan. “The length of the procedure can vary depending on factors like the size of a patient’s heart chambers and their specific type of AFib. However, most PFA procedures last between one and two hours and require a few additional hours of recovery observation, which if a patient is cleared, they are discharged to recover at home. Most patients can then return to their normal routine one week post-procedure.”
UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute is one of the leading centers for cardiovascular care in the United States. To learn more about the experts and services available for diagnosis and treatment in northcentral Pennsylvania, visit UPMC.com/HeartNCPA.
Shirley Marie Tucker, “beloved mother and grandmother.”
ROULETTE, PA—Shirley Marie Tucker, 97, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her son’s home, surrounded by the family who cherished her.
Born on March 16, 1929, in Port Allegany to Rayburn A. and Marguerite Craw Weimar, Shirley lived a life shaped by faith, devotion, and quiet strength. A graduate of Roulette High School, Class of 1947, she married Paul A. Tucker on June 30, 1948, beginning a lifelong partnership grounded in love and grace.
Shirley served faithfully in every role she embraced. She worked as a bookkeeper for Leet Lumber Company and later held accounting and finance positions with the Potter County Housing Authority, Casual Corner Stores, and the Department of Defense – Defense Finance and Accounting Service.
Her love of learning never dimmed. After studying at the Baptist Bible Seminary in Johnson City, NY, she returned to school later in life, earning her Associate Degree in Computer Programming, Class of 1990, from Columbus Technical Institute (now Columbus State Community College). She proved—beautifully—that curiosity has no age limit.
Janet E. Resch, 78, formerly of Hickory Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family at Quality Life Services-Sugar Creek in Worthington, PA.
She was born August 27, 1947, in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Harold and Genevieve Swanson Conroy.
On June 24, 1967, at Sacred Heart Church, she married the love of her life, Glenn Resch, who preceded her in death on April 6, 2017. Together, they shared fifty years of love, laughter, and marriage.
She was a woman whose energy and creativity left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. A dedicated and accomplished businesswoman, she proudly held the title of number one seller for Avon for many years, a testament to her warmth, drive, and genuine connection with people. Her creative spirit shined through her work, including the memorable ads she crafted for WKBI Radio, where her ideas and personality brought messages to life. As the owner of Inches Away Diet Center, she welcomed countless individuals through her doors-many of whom fondly remember the comforting aroma of her ever-brewing flavored coffee, a signature touch that made everyone feel at home. She had a gift for making holidays magical, filling them with thoughtful details and joy, and she was rarely without a song, as music was a constant in her life. Above all, she had a way of making everyone feel welcome-her home, like her heart, was always open, and those who entered were met with warmth, laughter, and a true sense of belonging.
George A. Nero, 85, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
On April 27th was Sabinsville Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to Second St. for a bicycle accident with possible head injuries air medical has been requested to Elkland Highschool
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing {PHWFF}, initiated and conducted by members of the Federation of Fly Fishers and Trout Unlimited, serves military personnel who have been wounded, injured, or disabled to aid their physical and emotional recovery by introducing or rebuilding the skills of fly fishing and fly tying and by using and enjoying these skills on fishing outings and as lifelong recreation.
While initially focusing on the military personnel in the Washington, DC area, the Project has expanded nationwide and is offering its services and program to active military personnel and veterans in the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals throughout the country.
The Project’s program provides basic fly fishing, fly casting and fly tying classes and clinics for the wounded and injured personnel ranging from beginners to those with prior fly fishing and tying experience who are adapting their skills to their new abilities. All activities, services and equipment are provided to the participants at no cost.
The God’s Country Chapter of Trout Unlimited will host its 17th nationally recognized Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing event, in cooperation with the Moore’s Run Fish and Game Preserve, Tuesday May 19 through Friday May 23. We are proud to dedicate our 2026 event to honor all “Bronze Star” Recipients. Our 12 disabled veteran guests all receive medical treatment and rehabilitaion at various PA Veteran Hospitals and sign up for our event through their respective PHWFF Programs. We are proud to enable them to enjoy the great trout flyfishing and an overall quality experience our chapter provides.”
We are working with the local American Legions and VFWs to invite all local veterans to participate in our disabled veteran guests’ 40 mile motorcycle escort/parade through Potter County. While our chapter has enough volunteer members to provide the instruction, equipment and guide services for our 12 disabled veteran guests, we are soliciting donations to offset the cost of food, lodging, fly tying tools and materials. A quote from a previous guest best explains what his visit meant:
“The trip was overwhelming!! I couldn’t believe all the people out there with signs and flags. It was really, really emotional, and they don’t know how much we appreciated that. When I returned from Vietnam 49 years ago, they didn’t do anything for us, not even in my hometown.”
Please join in the enthusiasm we feel and help provide a unique outdoor and healing experience for our wounded war veterans in the peaceful setting of God’s Country. If you consider this event worthy of your support, please forward your tax deductible contribution to the God’s Country Chapter of Trout Unlimited, Box 702, Coudersport, Pa. 16915. Thank you in advance for your consideration and continued support.
Dayle M. Dunford Claywell Calhoun “loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt”
Dayle M. Dunford Claywell Calhoun, 73, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Erie, passed away after suffering a stroke in July of 2025 and battling dementia on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport PA.
Born on July 26, 1952 in Erie PA, she was the daughter of James L. Dunford, Jr. and Dorothy M. Wronek Dunford Liebel. On October 16, 1970 in Erie, she married Ernest Calhoun, who survives. She remarried him on May 20, 2013..
Dayle graduated from East High School in 1970 and later in life acquired a Medical Transcription certification. She held several jobs in Erie, doing data entry for Hamot Hospital records department, REGIS, and cafeteria lady for Clark and Rolling Ridge Elementary while also raising her two daughters Teena Hamilton and Beth Carnell. She was also very involved in their Girl Scout troupe activities, often being the troupe leader.
She moved to Show Low, Arizona and married Terri Claywell, for a period of years. While in Arizona, she did medical transcription and floor coordination for Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center. She then moved back to Pennsylvania and lived with her mother Dorothy in Pittsburgh for a few years, ending up back in Erie where her relationship with Ernest began anew. Once reunited with Ernest, she moved to Shinglehouse where she remained to the last of her days. While in Pittsburgh and Erie, she worked at UPMC Pittsburgh, and Select Specialty hospitals doing floor coordination.
Dayle loved doing crafts (macrame, needlepoint, cross-stitch), camping, hunting, snowmobiling, and spending time in the woods/natural world. She cherished her time with her grandchildren whenever she could see them. She was always happy to get involved in an adventure. She was a fan of sports even though she did not participate. She loved to watch her girls compete in sports and also sports on TV like football, softball, and the Olympics. You would normally find her wearing some kind of Pittsburgh Steeler attire.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Dunford, Jr. and his wife Pearlie; her mother, Dorothy Liebel and her husband Raymond; a sister, Diane Dunford; and a granddaughter, Josephyn Tanner.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Ernest Calhoun; her daughters, Teena (David) Hamilton and Beth (Mark) Carnell; three grandchildren, Matthew Hetrick, Jeffrey Hetrick, and Jacob Wisniewski; five siblings, Darlene (John) Williams, James (Pam) Dunford III, Joice (Bill) Viets, Mari McCullum, and Ray Liebel III; her god-daughter, Diane Ahlschlager; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be no public visitation. Dayle’s celebration of life will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers memorials in Dayle’s name may be made to the Autism Society of Northwestern PA, 3308 State Street, Erie, PA 16508.
Dayle’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Dayle, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants to perform the duties of Court Monitor for The Court of Common Pleas. The purpose of this position is to create verbatim transcripts of Court proceedings, ensuring a complete, accurate, and secure legal record.
The essential functions of the position include but are not limited to the following:
1. Record court proceedings using a court monitoring system and recording equipment.
2. Transcribe recordings in a timely fashion.
3. Maintain recording equipment, including saving court proceedings from hard drive to CDs/ thumb drives and log notes.
4. Index, file and maintain court recordings, tape cassette recordings, and exhibits.
5. Maintain the printer, supplies of CDs, microphone batteries, tapes, and paper.
6. Answer the telephone and direct calls as appropriate.
7. Perform other duties as required for the successful operation of the department.
The qualifications of the position include the following:
Education: Associates Degree or comparable office experience.
Experience: 1-2 years of experience in court-related field preferred but not required.
Other: Sharp listening skills, knowledge of legal terminology, grammar, vocabulary and punctuation. Ability to multi-task and excellent organization skills.
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume and McKean County job application to Patricia Brown, Court Administrator, at PABrown@mckeancountypa.gov.
Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse or at www.mckeancountypa.gov.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date.
McKEAN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
GOLF—The men’s team made it four in a row, and five out of six, United East Conference Championship titles, and with it an accompanying trip to the NCAA Division III Championships.
TENNIS—The men’s and women’s teams both won UE first-round games and are headed to the semifinals, the women on Tuesday and the men on Wednesday. With six conference wins, the men’s squad has its best single-season UE win mark ever, and its eight overall wins are a program best. The women’s seven-win UEC and eight-win overall marks are also the best in program history dating to 2013-14.
LACROSSE—The men won their UE regular-season finale to secure the second seed and will host a semifinal on Wednesday night.
Welcome to 2026! Last year was a challenging year for our growers, but we’re heading into a new year with our hopes held high! We anticipate having some new vendors this year, joining our returning vendors from last year.
The Potter County Farmers Market has been meeting to discuss ways to invigorate the market for this coming year. Here’s what’s new for 2026.
We have agreed to join the Coudersport Chamber of Commerce to collaborate on events which will enhance our visibility. The commissioners have agreed to allow us to schedule our spring and early summer market on the square across from the jail until renovations begin later in the year. At that time, we will move to the courthouse lawn on Second Street.
We are expanding our hours. Fridays will be from 12:30pm to 4:30pm. We plan to add Saturdays (11am to 3 pm) to accommodate vendors requesting Saturday hours due to their work schedules. Stay tuned!
Our weekly posts will be published stating which vendors are coming, what they are bringing, and what days they will be at the market. We are excited to have more vendors, especially food, and plants.
Please contact Netra Baker if you’re interested in being a new vendor this year. Text 814-598-0649. Email netrabaker2@gmail.com
On Sunday May 3, 2026, the Susquehannock State Forest will be hosting its annual Forest Management/Habitat tour. The Susquehannock State Forest is located almost entirely in Potter County and consists of approximately 265,000 acres. Representatives from the Susquehannock State Forest, US Forest Service and Black Forest Conservation Association will be participating in this year’s tour.
Several different site visits are planned for this year’s tour. The site visits will include a recently completed timbersale located on State Forest Land, food plots and herbaceous openings planted to benefit various wildlife species, high quality trout stream with recent strategic large wood additions and riparian habitat work and the Black Forest Conservation Association.
The goal of the tour is to exchange information, build a better relationship with those that use the state forest, observe and discuss some of the challenges involved in both sustainable forest and wildlife management and examine some of the forest habitat improvements that are taking place. Participants will hopefully leave with a better understanding of the interaction between forest management and wildlife habitat and be able to incorporate some of these techniques on their own private lands.
The tour will begin at 9:00am at the Black Forest Conservation Association Clubhouse, located at 189 Back Road, Coudersport 16915. The tour will conclude at 3:00 pm. The tour is free of charge. Transportation and lunch will be provided. If you have any questions regarding the tour or would like to register for the tour, please call the district office at 814-274-3600 or email at fd15@pa.gov by Saturday May 2nd.
