Thomas Duane Fox, 84, of Duke Center
Thomas Duane Fox, 84, of Duke Center, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2026, at his residence.
Born in Olean, NY on August 1, 1941, he was a son of the late Paul and Helen (Asel) Fox.
He was a 1960 graduate of Otto Eldred High School.
January 23, 1960, in East End Presbyterian Church he married Alice Jane (Siffrinn) Fox who survives.
Tom worked for over 40 years for Olean Lumber until his retirement in 2003.
He loved to ride snowmobiles and ATVs. He was a member of the Enchanted Mountain Snowmobile Club and Traction ATV Club. Tom was also a member of Duke Center Masonic Star Lodge 55 F&AM, Otto Township Lions Club and the Little Nippers Booster Club.
Surviving in addition to his wife of 66 years, Jane, is one daughter, Janice (Chris) Holly, of Duke Center, two sons, Guy (Kira) Fox, of Syracuse, NY, and Jeff (Tina Turek) Fox, of Rixford, one brother, William Fox, of Olean, NY, six grandchildren, Brody Fox, Ben (Allisyn) Fox, Tasha Fox, Tyler Turek, Korrie Turek, and Kia Turek, three great grandchildren, Henry Fox, Ellie Fox and Ethan Fox, one niece Paula (Scott) Derwick and one nephew, Bill (Sue) Fox.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister-in-law Sondra Fox.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street, where at 1:00 pm funeral services will be held with, Rev. Rick Price, Pastor, Church of Christ, officiating. Burial will be in Mckean Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Kathleen Ann Tantalo, 80, of Bolivar Drive, Bradford, PA
Kathleen Ann Tantalo, 80, of Bolivar Drive, Bradford, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital surrounded by her son, Larry, and her daughter, Tracy. She was the last of her immediate family.
Born September 30, 1945, in Bradford, she was a daughter of Norman E. “Red” Runyan and Hazel A (Gardner) Runyan. She graduated from Bradford Area High School, Class of 1963.
On September 30,1989, in Bradford, she married Louis J. Tantalo Sr. who passed away October 28, 2014.
She was previously employed by JC Penny Company, Pennzoil Company and retired from the McKean County Assistance office in 2002 with 30 plus years of service. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Retired State Employees and a member of the St. Bernard Church.
Surviving are two sons, Larry D. (Sandy) Vecellio Jr., of Buford GA and Augie (Marguss) Tantalo of Tempe AZ. one daughter, Tracy E. (Steven) Colosimo of Bradford, three grandsons, Kyle S. Colosimo of Bradford, Nicholas F. Colosimo of Bradford, and Cody (Laurie) Tantalo of Denver CO, three granddaughters, Kristen B. Spires of GA, Briana N. Vecellio of GA and Brooke Jones (Jason) of Bellingham, WA, four great-grandsons, Landon M. Spires of GA, Leighton A. Spires of GA, Lian H. Spires of GA and Cole H. Jones of Bellingham WA, two great-granddaughters, Alaya R. Vecellio of GA and Sylvie J. Jones of Bellingham WA, one daughter-in-law, Debbie Tantalo of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews, as well as her beloved, furry companion “Louie”.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Louis of 37 years, one brother Norman E. Runyan Jr, one sister Judith A. (Charles) Hultman, one son, Joseph Tantalo and one nephew, Norman E. “Cub” Runyan, III.
Memorial contributions may be made to the McKean County Community Foundation, ATTN: Joe Tantalo Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 708 Bradford PA 16701 or the McKean County SPCA PO Box 113 Bradford, PA 16701.
Friends will be invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial later this summer.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
HG Auditions This Weekend
Hamilton-Gibson Productions is holding auditions for “She Kills Monsters” by Qui Nguyen, which will run the first two weekends in August. Auditions are Friday, May 15, at 6:30pm, Saturday, May 16, 10:30am, and Sunday, May 17, at 5pm in the Warehouse Theatre.
Director Cody Losinger, who previously directed “The Hobbit” and “Puffs” for HG, chose this play to coincide with Wellsboro Comic Con. After losing her parents and younger sister, Tilly, in an accident, Agnes Evans embarks on a journey in both this world and her sister’s fantasy game world attempting to find familial bonds that hadn’t existed. Wildly creative, fun, and full of heart, this play approaches important issues in a unique way.
Claire Marie Ernst, 95, Of Port Allegany, PA
Claire Marie ERNST, 95, of Port Allegany, PA, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport. Born July 9, 1930, in Hi-Nella, NJ, she was the daughter of Robert and Agnes Kelley McBurney.
On December 24, 1952, in Phoenixville, she married Fred Wilson Ernst Jr., who predeceased her on December 2, 1993. She was employed as a medical secretary by Cole Memorial Hospital and by medical offices in Olean, NY. Claire was a member of St. Gabriel the Archangel Church in Port Allegany.
Surviving are: two sons, Fred W. (Virginia “Ginger”) Ernst III of Port Allegany and D. Clifford (Myra) Ernst of Littleport, Cambridgeshire, UK; a son-in-law, James Sawyer of Culpeper, VA; eight grandchildren, Hannah (Aaron) Olney, Katherine (Robert) Whittle, Cleon Coussens, Jenai (Jack) Ryan, Tate (Jaime) Coussens, Annie (Brynn) Hardison, Zachary Sawyer, and Elleanor Sawyer; ten great-grandchildren; longtime friend, Louis “Hank” Maroda of Pittsburgh; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a daughter, Dana C. Ernst; a sister, Jean Burger; and three brothers, Robert Jr., William, and Milan.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA, on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 1:00 PM. Burial will be in Card Creek Cemetery, Roulette. Memorials may be made to St. Gabriel the Archangel Church, Port Allegany. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Mr. Lynn R. Lawton “celebration of life slated”
BOLIVAR, NY—Family and friends may gather for a memorial visitation for Mr. Lynn R. Lawton, 85, a lifelong resident of Bolivar, NY, from 11:30am to 1pm on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Obi Community Church, 1948 NY 305, Cuba, NY, where a celebration of Lynn’s life will follow at 1pm with Pastor David Cook, officiating.
Lynn passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Lynn’s family entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
UPMC RNs ELIGIBLE FOR GRANTS TO STUDY ONLINE FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN NURSING FROM PITT-BRADFORD
BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center have announced a new educational partnership that will expand access to Pitt-Bradford’s online RN-BSN degree completion program for UPMC registered nurses who want a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Under the agreement, registered nurses in the program can earn this Pitt Online degree at no out-of-pocket cost, with grants covering any tuition not already paid by UPMC health system benefits or financial aid.
Many UPMC nurses hold diplomas from one of the system’s eight hospital-based schools of nursing or associate degrees and are seeking flexible ways to earn a bachelor’s degree in nursing. This partnership addresses that need, helping with costs for those RNs to earn their degree while continuing to work full-time.
Freeze Warning issued May 11 at 1:36PM EDT until May 12 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Temperatures tonight will fall into the low 30s and upper 20s, resulting in a widespread frost and freeze.
* WHERE…Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Freeze Warning issued May 11 at 1:23PM EDT until May 12 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Sub-freezing temperatures in the upper 20s expected.
* WHERE…Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties.
* WHEN…From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
INSTRUCTIONS: Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-ground pipes to protect them from freezing.
Seneca Highland Career and Technical Center Students Secure Industry-Recognized Networking Certifications
Seneca Highland Career and Technical Center (SHCTC) is proud to announce that several students in Mr. Bryant’s networking class have successfully earned prestigious industry certifications, marking a significant milestone in their technical education and career readiness.
The participating students worked to earn the Ascend Education 1201 and 1202 certificates. Learners who successfully mastered both curriculums were awarded the Ascend A+ certification. Notably, this certification is recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education as an approved pathway toward high school graduation requirements, highlighting the academic and professional rigor of the program.
Public Safety Announcement: Illegal Attempt to Purchase Firearm The City of Bradford
BAILEY, TYRONE CC 6111GII SALE OR TRANSFER OF FIREARMS CC 4904B FALSE STATEMENT UNDER PENALTY Age 33 Race Black Gender Male Height 5′ 11″ Weight 160 lbs Hair Black Eyes Brown Presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://crimewatch.net/us/pa/mckean/city-of-bradford-pd/68048/arrests/bailey-tyrone-cc-6111gii-sale-or-transfer-firearms-and-1-additional-charge
Public Safety Announcement: Illegal Attempt to Purchase Firearm The City of Bradford Police Department is releasing information regarding a recent incident involving an individual’s attempt to illegally purchase a firearm.
Stoltzfus Family Dairy Recalls Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Because of Possible Health Risk
Stoltzfus Family Dairy of Vernon Center, NY is recalling Sour Cream & Onion cheese curds because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
This product was only distributed within New York, to grocery stores, gas stations, and other Country stores.
Claire Marie Ernst, 95, Of Port Allegany, PA
Claire Marie ERNST, 95, of Port Allegany, PA, died Saturday, May 9, 2026. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA 16743. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Margaret K. Haley, 82, Of Eldred
Margaret K. Haley, 82, of Eldred, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
Born on Monday, July 5, 1943 in Crosby, PA, she was a daughter of the late Lewis and Dorothy Green. She was raised by her parents in the surrounding area along with her four siblings. On October 25, 1963 she married her husband, James E. Haley, Sr., in a small courthouse wedding.
Margaret enjoyed several activities such as playing poker with her family, doing search-a-word puzzles, crocheting, watching her favorite old school westerns, going to the duck pond and jigsaw puzzles.
Surviving is her sister, Betty (Dinch) Gideon of New Caney, TX; her brother, Lewis Green, Jr. of Eldred, PA; her sister-in-law, Iva Green of Eldred, PA; her son, James Haley, Jr. of Bradford, PA; her daughter, Angell Haley of Eldred, PA; her grandson, Michael (Christine) Griesbaum of Bradford, PA; and many nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband, Margaret was predeceased by her son, Roland “Ronnie” Haley; her brothers, Robert Green, Sr. and Edward Green; her sisters-in-law, Sandra Green and Joan Green; her brothers-in-law, Bud Dinch and Kenneth Gideon; a niece; four nephews; several cousins and her longtime companion, Les Cooper.
There will be no public services. Burial will be in Grimes Cemetery, Port Allegany.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice, Margaret was partial to No Feline Left Behind, P.O. Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.
Margaret’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Michael L. Mascho, funeral director/owner of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc., Bradford, PA.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
George J. Howe Co. Voluntarily Recalls Sunflower Seeds Due to Undeclare Tree Nuts (Cashews)
George J. Howe Co. of Grove City, Pennsylvania is voluntarily recalling 13,619 pounds of Sunflower Seeds because it may contain undeclared tree nut (cashew) allergens. Individuals with an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. This product is safe to consume for anyone who does not have a Tree Nut (Cashew) allergy or sensitivity to Tree Nuts (Cashews).
Severe Watches and Warnings for Roulette
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA 751 PM EDT Sun May 10 2026
…FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT
MONDAY……FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY MORNING…
* WHAT…For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 possible.
* WHERE…McKean and Potter Counties.
* WHEN…For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT Monday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Monday night through Tuesday morning.
* IMPACTS…Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Those with agricultural interests should protect sensitive vegetation.
Unprotected early-season plantings may freeze.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation.
NPRC Celebrates Graduates at 2026 Commencement Ceremony
KANE, Pa. – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) celebrated their annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m. at The Wilds Sonshine Factory Inc. in Kane. The ceremony recognized 35 students for completing their degree programs or certificates, including 13students in absentia.
President Snelick opened the celebration with remarks honoring the college’s newest graduates and recognizing the milestone they accomplished.
“As you step forward, remember success is not just about reaching a destination, it’s about making the journey matter. Lift others as you rise. Speak up. Keep learning when it’s easy to begin coasting. And always, always choose courage over comfort. No matter where your journey takes you, I know you will make a difference. Go forward with pride, with purpose, and with the belief that you are ready—not just for what’s next, but for all that’s possible.”
Penn College Athletics At A Glance
Last week in review: For the second year in a row, the softball team finished second in the United East Conference to Penn State Brandywine, and for the second year in a row, because Brandywine is still in its provisional timeline of transitioning to Division III and is ineligible to advance, the Wildcats will represent the conference in NCAA Regional play.
Penn College’s regional championship draw will be revealed during the selection show at 11 a.m. on Monday. The regional round, featuring 42 automatic qualifiers and 11 at-large bids, is scheduled for Thursday-Saturday.
Also, 11 men’s lacrosse and two women’s tennis players were awarded all-conference honors.
On the horizon: In addition to softball this week, the men’s golf team is competing starting Tuesday in the NCAA Division III Championship at the Mission Resort and Club at Howie-in-the-Hills, Florida, and the coed archery team is competing starting Thursday in the USA Archery Collegiate Target Nationals at East Lansing, Michigan.
Frost Advisory’s For New York
Frost Advisory issued May 10 at 1:17PM EDT until May 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Temperatures in the low 30s and mostly clear skies will result in areas of frost after midnight.
* WHERE…In New York, Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Madison, Northern Oneida, Otsego, Schuyler, Southern Oneida, Steuben, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties. In Pennsylvania, Bradford and Susquehanna Counties.
* WHEN…From midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS…Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
INSTRUCTIONS: Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
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Frost Advisory issued May 10 at 12:33PM EDT until May 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Temperatures in the lower to mid 30s will result in frost formation.
* WHERE…Oswego, Jefferson, Lewis, Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. Greatest coverage of frost will be inland from the lake shoreline.
* WHEN…From 11 PM this evening to 8 AM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS…Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left unprotected.
INSTRUCTIONS: Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY