UPMC Support Staff Honored With BEE Award
Williamsport, Pa., February 5, 2026 – JayAnne Hall, patient care technician, UPMC Williamsport; Sue Minotti, supply specialist, Hospital Operations, UPMC Muncy; Shane Allen, support technician, Surgical Services, UPMC Williamsport; and Astacia Tyler, CNA, Muncy Place, wererecently recognized with the BEE Award for theiroutstanding support of nursing teams.
The BEE Award, meaning Be Extraordinary Every Day, recognizes the care team that supports nursing staff and works closely with them to provide patients with the compassion and care they need.
JayAnne was nominated by a patient who shared:
This Is An Important Message From NY Alert
HEADLINE: Winter Weather Advisory issued February 5 at 12:44PM EST until February 7 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…A combination of widespread snow and localized lake effect
snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches expected,
with locally higher amounts possible across the hilltops south of
Buffalo. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will create areas of
blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE…Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, Chautauqua, and
Cattaraugus Counties.
* WHEN…From 7 AM Friday to 7 PM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will
impact the Friday evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…An Arctic front will bring widespread snow
showers to the region Friday morning, which will then taper off to
more localized lake effect snow Friday night through Saturday.
Winds strengthening behind this front late Friday evening through
Saturday will resulting of blowing and drifting of the fresh
snowpack.
INSTRUCTIONS: Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Laurence R. Bailey, Jr., Age 80 Of Galeton
Laurence R. Bailey, Jr., age 80 of Galeton passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at the Guy & Mary Felt Manor in Emporium. Born July 23, 1945 in Olean, NY, he was the son of the late Laurence and Dorothy (Gardner) Bailey, Sr.
Larry proudly served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He married JoAnn C. Carlson on April 24, 1971 in Galeton and they shared 34 years together until her passing in 2005.
He worked for 38 years as an installer for the telephone company, Bell Atlantic and then Verizon. He was a member and served as cantor at the First Baptist Church of Shinglehouse, was a 36 year member and First Responder of the Galeton Hose Ambulance, served on the Galeton School Board and was an active member of both, the Galeton Moose Lodge and the Raymond Richar VFW Post #6611. Larry loved the outdoors; hunting and riding his 4 wheeler.
He is survived by his children, Eric Bailey of Galeton, Kristin and Dan Martuccio of Emporium and Kevin and Tiffany Bailey of Wind Gap, PA; grandchildren, Gabrielle Martuccio of Erie, PA, Nicholas Martuccio of Emporium and Stella Bailey of Wind Gap; sister, Lyn and Jim King of Milton, PA and brother, Tim and Julie Bailey of Olean, NY. Family will receive friends at the Galeton Hose Ambulance, 2 Union St., Galeton on Saturday, February 7th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
A funeral service with military honors will be held immediately following at 12:00 PM with Rev. Clint Pearsall officiating. Burial will be in West Hill Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Galeton Hose Ambulance.
Arrangements are in care of the Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Linea M. Taylor, 81, of Ceres, PA
Linea M. Taylor
“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure.”
Linea M. Taylor, 81, of Ceres, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY.
Born on Tuesday, September 12, 1944, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Harold A. “Ole” and Helen D. Cornelius Olson. On April 6, 1963, in Obi, NY, she married Garry D. Taylor, who survives.
Linea was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. Linea was formerly employed at the former Jack and Mary’s Restaurant in Rushford, NY. Previously, she had been employed at a knitting mill in Fillmore, NY.
She was a life member of the First Baptist Church in Shinglehouse. Linea was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother—taking care of her family was one of her greatest joys. She loved to cook and bake. She found joy in painting later in life with friends in Shinglehouse. She loved knitting, crocheting, reading, Western square dancing, and round dancing. Her greatest loves were her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was the best friend anyone could ever want.
Thank You To Dr. Andrea Heller From Athens family Of Rich Johnson
The Cole Foundation recently received a donation from Rich Johnson’s family through the Honor Your Caregiver program, along with a message praising Dr. Andrea Heller’s outstanding care.
In memory of Rich Johnson, our family wishes to honor Dr. Andrea Heller for the exceptional palliative care she provided over the past 15 months.
Dr. Heller demonstrated deliberate thoughtfulness in her approach caring for Rich. During each visit, she engaged him on a personal level, discussing any and all issues that affected his quality of life, and she listened to his priorities. She guided and educated our family on the progression of his dementia and other health concerns, ensuring we always considered Rich’s personal wishes and treatment goals. She showed us an abundance of kindness, compassion, and knowledge.
Throughout this challenging time, Dr. Heller became a vital source of truth for our family. She instilled hope and confidence in us, reassuring us that we could meet Rich’s needs while honoring his wishes. She provided clarity and comfort as we navigated various medical options and potential outcomes. Her support brought great comfort to our family, and we will forever be grateful that Dr. Heller, affectionately known by Rich as “The Cute Minister,” was his physician.
Thank you, Dr. Heller, for being part of our dad’s team.
The Family of Rich Johnson
If you would like to make a donat ion to honor a caregiver, visit our website at
EXTREME COLD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING…
EXTREME COLD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING…
* WHAT…Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below possible.
* WHERE…A portion of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…From late Friday night through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS…The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If you must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia.
Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women Grant Application Opens February 5, 2026
Alfred Station, NY, February 4, 2026 – The Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women (ACC FFW) announces the opening of its grant application period for 2026 on February 5, 2026. Grant applications will be accepted February 5 through March 20, 2026, with award notifications on or around April 30th, 2026.
These grants are awarded to women in the tri-county region to facilitate sustained economic self-sufficiency. The amount awarded may vary from year-to-year, based on the number of applications and funds available, up to $1,000 per grant. Grants are awarded based on demonstration of financial need and the applicants’ plan for how the grant funds will increase self-sufficiency. Recipients in prior years have used the funds to purchase equipment, to support business start-up expenses, or to advance skills and training.
THIS IS AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM NY ALERT MULTIPLE AREAS
Extreme Cold Watch issued February 5 at 12:49AM EST until February 8 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Dangerous wind chills colder than 20 below zero possible.
* WHERE…All of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…From late Friday night through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…An arctic front will bring cold air and
strong winds to the region Saturday morning. Below normal
temperatures and blustery winds will result in wind chills
dropping well below zero Saturday morning. Wind chills will remain
below zero through the rest of the weekend.
INSTRUCTIONS: Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
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Extreme Cold Watch issued February 5 at 1:01AM EST until February 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
possible. The coldest wind chills are expected to be late Friday
night through Saturday.
* WHERE…Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga,
Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus,
and Allegany Counties.
* WHEN…From late Friday night through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS…Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 15 minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS: This is a potentially dangerous situation to be outdoors. If you
must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can
occur in 15 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 25 below
zero or colder.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Linea M. Taylor, 81, of Ceres, PA
Linea M. Taylor
Linea M. Taylor, 81, of Ceres, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care 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.
SkillsUSA Pennsylvania District 6 Competitive Events
The SkillsUSA Pennsylvania District 6 Competitive Events were held on Thursday, January 29th and Friday, January 30, 2026. Skills USA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA helps each student excel by providing educational programs, events and competitions that support career and technical education in the nation’s classrooms.
Students throughout the central region of Pennsylvania traveled to the Pennsylvania College of Technology to compete in a variety of competitions. The results are in and the following students placed in their competitions:
1st- Reily Coopersmith, Port Allegany School District ~ Restaurant Services
1st- Jett Finch, Austin Area School District ~ Job Interview
1st- Jaiden Thomas, Smethport Area School District ~ Health Portfolio
2nd- Mackenzie Mack, Northern Potter School District ~ Culinary Arts
3rd- Aiden Collins, Smethport Area School District ~ Information Technology
We would also like to recognize all of this year’s competitors:
Melony Benson, Otto-Eldred School District ~ EMS
Melina Burford, Port Allegany School District ~ Basic Health Care
Skylar Burrows, Austin Area School District ~ Nurse Assisting
Autumn Ford, Oswayo Valley School District ~ Medical Assistant
Trinity Menteer, Kane Area School District ~ Criminal Justice
Cyrerra Neely, Port Allegany School District ~ Medical Terminology
Zachary Pitts, Oswayo Valley School District ~ Welding
Lillian Major, Cameron County School District ~ Early Childhood
We are very proud of all our students who took extra time to prepare and compete!! The state competition this year will be held in Hershey, Pennsylvania on April 8-10, 2026. State Gold Medalists from this event in April will advance to the National Leadership & Skills Conference.
Kenneth G. SAULEY, 79, of Hector Township, Sabinsville, PA
Kenneth G. SAULEY, 79, of Hector Township, Sabinsville, PA, died Tuesday, February 3, 2026 in Sheila’s Personal Care Home, Mansfield.
Born December 21, 1946, in Hershey, he was the son of George M. and Verna M. Holtzman Sauley. He was married to Barbara L. Stine, who predeceased him on October 7, 2017.
Ken was a PA State Trooper for 25 years, retiring in 1994. Beginning in 1998, he served as Potter County Deputy Sheriff and then Potter County Sheriff.
Surviving are: a son, Michael A. Sauley of Galeton; two granddaughters; and a sister, Sandra K. Goodman of Berkeley Springs, WV.
There will be no visitation or service. Memorials may be made to Gale Hose Ambulance, 2 Union St., Galeton, PA 16922.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Gordon G. Tucker, 75, of Turtlepoint, PA
Gordon G. Tucker “beloved husband, son, and brother”
Gordon G. Tucker, 75, of Turtlepoint, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, in UPMC Williamsport, after a long illness.
Born on Sunday, November 26, 1950 in Roulette, he was a son of Paul “Boots” and Shirley Weimer Tucker. On July 28, 2001 in Roulette, on the patio of the family farm he grew up on, he married Tammy A. Hopkins, who survives.
Gordon was a graduate of Port Allegany High School, Class of 1968. He attended Mansfield University, Williamsport Community College and Indiana State University of Pennsylvania.
Gordon and his cousin, Jimmy Tucker were loggers. He also sold insurance, was the manager of the former MacFrugal’s Discount Department Stores in Phoenix, Arizona and Salt Lake City, Utah. His last position before retiring was working as an IT Specialist for the former Teleperformance in Columbus, Ohio.
Gordon was a SciFi enthusiast. He had a wicked sense of humor, sometimes he was just funny and other times a little diabolical. He loved animals, but his greatest love was his wife and family.
Surviving in addition to his wife of 24 years; are his mother of Roulette; two brothers, Stanley (Micki) Tucker of Roulette and Leslie “Chip” (Kathy) Tucker of Ashburn Farms, VA; and several nieces and nephews.
Gordon was predeceased by his father.
Family and friends may gather from 12 noon to 1pm on Friday, February 6, 2026, at the Riverside United Methodist Church, River Street, Roulette, where funeral services will follow at 1pm with the Rev. Greg Rapp, pastor of Park United Methodist Church, Coudersport and Pastor Jim Cannistraci, of Riverside United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gordon’s name may be made to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Gordon’s wife entrusted his care 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 Gordon, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Winter Potter County Farmers Market – Cancelled
The Winter Potter County Farmers Market scheduled for Saturday February 7th at the Riley Gallery has been canceled due to the very cold predicted temperatures.
Please contact your favorite vendors for any baking or items you want. They would be happy to connect with you. Winter will end.
[NOTICES:
* STARTING IN JANUARY, NEW WINTER MARKET HOURS ARE SATURDAYS FROM 11AM TO 2PM.
* Beginning in January 2026 the Farmers Market will be the first Saturday of each month until May. The remaining Saturday dates are March 7th, and April 4th. May 2026 the market will again be on the square
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
* If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-598-0649 netrabaker2@gmail.com]
Active Warrant Arrest
On February 2, 2026 at 10:25 am, after an investigation performed by the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Bureau, an arrest has been made on an arrest warrant out of the City of Olean. Darryl V. Myers was arrested and transported to the Olean City PD pending further arraignment.
FREE SCREENING OF “WITHOUT ARROWS” IS THIS THURSDAY, FEB. 5 AT THE DEANE CENTER
Delwin Fiddler, Jr.
This Thursday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m., the public is invited to a free screening of the 93-minute documentary “Without Arrows: 13 Years in the Life of a Lakota Family” being shown in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
Following the Thursday night screening, audience members are welcome to participate in a question and answer session with Delwin Fiddler, Jr., the subject off this film.
The Independent Lens PBS documentary chronicles 13 years (2011–2023) of Fiddler’s life. As a young man, he left his home on the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota to escape a trauma that splintered his family.
Megans Law Violation Arrest
City of Bradford Police Department Announces Arrest in Megan’s Law Compliance Investigation The City of Bradford Police Department announces the arrest of Joshua K. Green following an investigation into violations of Pennsylvania’s Megan’s Law registration requirements.
During a separate ongoing investigation into a theft of approximately $15,000 from PA Skill Games Machines at 94 Main Street (Bradford PC Repair) owned by Brian and Amelia Garges, officers learned of Green’s possible involvement in the theft.
During that investigation officers received information indicating that Green, a registered Tier 3 Megan’s Law offender, was residing in the rear storage room of Bradford PC Repair among other locations other than his registered address and working at Bradford PC Repair without reporting his employment, both in violation of registration requirements.
Records from the Pennsylvania State Police Megan’s Law Section confirmed that Green is subject to lifetime registration after being convicted in 2020 for Indecent Assault of a Person Less than 13 Years of Age and is required to report any changes in residence, employment, or lodging in person within three business days.
The investigation further revealed that Green was not registered as a transient offender and had failed to complete required in-person updates. Through interviews with multiple individuals, officers obtained statements indicating that Green had been living at unregistered locations and working “under the table” for an extended period of time.
Based on this information, criminal charges were filed for failure to comply with Megan’s Law registration requirements under 18 Pa.C.S. § 4915.1. Green was subsequently taken into custody.
The City of Bradford Police Department reminds the public that Megan’s Law registration requirements are in place to enhance community safety, and violations of these requirements are taken seriously. Green was arrested on 12/30/2025 and arraigned where bail was set at $25,000. Green, unable to post bail, was remanded to McKean County Jail.
All charges are allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Drug Possession Arrest In Bradford
On January 30, 2026, at approximately 1:40 a.m., City of Bradford Police officers conducted a traffic stop on South Avenue after observing a vehicle operating with an equipment violation.
During the stop, officers identified the driver, who was found to have a suspended license and active out-of-state narcotics warrants. While officers were investigating, the rear seat passenger and registered owner, Amelia Garges, exited the vehicle and was observed discarding an item into a nearby snowbank. Officers immediately recovered a clear bag containing suspected narcotics.
Additional drug paraphernalia was also located on Garges’ person. Field testing later confirmed the substance to be a fentanyl and cocaine mixture. Amelia Garges was taken into custody and transported to BCPD for processing.
She was arraigned by MDJ Engman, and bail was set at $5,000. Garges was unable to post bail and was remanded to McKean County Jail for committal.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
NATIONAL TEACHER OF THE YEAR TO SPEAK AT PITT-BRADFORD CONFERENCE
National Teacher of the Year Ashlie Crosson will be the keynote speaker at a free education conference March 21 at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
The Outstanding Teacher Education Conference will take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon in the Mukaiyama University Room of the Frame-Westerberg Commons. The conference is intended for anyone interested in education – including not only current educators and administrators, but also pre-service teachers and even high school students thinking about a career in education.
PFBC Advises Against Walking on Frozen Rivers, Urges Ice Safety
While the sight of a frozen river or stream may look pretty, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is warning everyone to stay off of moving bodies of water that have frozen this winter. Along the Susquehanna RIver near Harrisburg today, the PFBC said when a thick crust of ice forms on rivers statewide, the phenomenon attracts curious onlookers wishing to see the ice up close, and there is a temptation to walk out onto the ice.
Cameron Elk Suicide Prevention Task Force Honored
Members of the Cameron Elk Suicide Prevention Task Force were recently recognized in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives upon the task force being named Rural Health Program of the Year by the Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health. They were also presented with a House citation by Reps. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) and Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) to recognize their good work. Pictured from left: Causer; Mike Gwin, community relations coordinator at Community Care Behavioral Health; James Moate, Cameron County commissioner; Chi Catalone, Penn State Extension educator; Sierra Himes, director of children’s prevention and assessment services at Dickinson Center; Olivia Luzier, community engagement and partnership coordinator with the VA Medical Center; and Armanini.
