Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) met with members of Otto-Eldred’s FFA program at the state Capitol this week for FFA’s State Legislative Leadership Conference. The group had a great conversation about agriculture, health care and other issues facing rural communities. Pictured, from left, are Ryon Stone, Leah Burrows, Gabby Long, Ellie Bennett, Causer, Brooklynn Pearce, Emma Button, Danica Austin, and Brandon Witmer, agricultural science teacher and FFA advisor.
Leslie W. “Les” SMITH, 78, of Port Allegany, PA, died Thursday, March 26, 2026 in his home. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Neil P. Wolcott, 65, of South Kendall Ave, Bradford, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, surrounded by his family while at home.
Born on February 21, 1961, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Robert F. and Hazel M. (Pollock) Wolcott. He was a 1979 graduate of Bradford High School.
On October 5, 1985, at the Asbury United Methodist Church, he married Anita (Davis) Wolcott.
Neil was employed at Zippo Manufacturing Company for 43 years.
Neil enjoyed planting and raising produce, canning hot peppers and making salsa, gardening, and working in his yard. He was an avid fan, supporter and annually traveled to see the Pittsburgh Pirates Pittsburgh Steelers, and Pittsburgh Penguins. He was a member of the Bradford Eagles Club, and the Moose Lodge, and he enjoyed going to see his friends at the Casino. He was a former member of the Monday and Thursday Night Bowling Leagues. He coached for the Hilltop and Bradford City Little League for 10 years, he played adult softball in the Bradford City Softball League and Old-Timers League for 25 years. He enjoyed game night with Mark, Mandi, Austen, and Maranda, and camping at Darien Lake. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to his wife Anita, of 40 years, are three children, Sarah (Josh) Rounsville, of Eldred, Jaime Digel, of Smethport, Mike (Amanda) Tingley, of Girard, nine grandchildren Kody (Athia) Bair, Tyler Adams, Dani (Cody Slomski) Adams, Brianna Digel, Kameron Rounsville, Callie Digel, Emily Rounsville, Lucas Tingley, Braidon Rounsville, two great-grandchild, Abby, and Theo, one sister, Cindy Ervin, of Rew, one sister-in-law Cindy (Ron) Jankowski, one brother-in-law Mike Davis, his God daughter, Kylie McCleary, and many nieces and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter, Adina Lynn Wolcott, four brother’s-in-law, Ron Davis, Dan Davis, Don Davis Jr., and Jay Ervin, his father and mother-in-law Don Sr., and Bev Davis, one of his best friends, Joe Hannon.
Family will receive friends on Sunday March 29, 2026, from 4 pm to 7 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 372 East Main Street, where funeral and committal services will be held on Monday at 11:00 am with the Rev. Jay Tennies, and Rev. Rick Nelson, Co-officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes In.
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will celebrate its inaugural season of NCAA Division III women’s lacrosse with a home game honoring the sport’s Indigenous roots this Saturday.
Special activities at the 4 p.m. game include a halftime performance by IndigiRoots dancers from the Allegany Territory of the Seneca Nation of Indians and information and T-shirt sales to raise money and awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous women. The Panthers will be facing off against the Alfred (N.Y.) University Saxons on Rathburn Family Field at the Kessel Athletic Complex.
What would people do if God suddenly appeared? Now I’m not talking about a sudden appearance in the sky but rather an appearance in an individual’s life — a very personal encounter with God himself. What would that look like? How would you even recognize that it was God? Would this encounter change you? Do you think your life would be any different?
There are many examples of God appearing in people’s lives throughout the Scriptures. One example is found in the life of Paul (Acts 9). If you’re familiar with the story, you’ll know that Paul had been traveling from town to town, arresting Christians. He was also one of the witnesses at the stoning of Stephen (Acts 8:1). On one of these missions to arrest Christians, Paul was on his way to Damascus when he encountered Jesus Christ. This encounter caused him to fall to the ground, become blinded, and suddenly become very submissive to the presence of God. This encounter changed his life. The direction he was once headed in was immediately redirected. Instead of hunting down Christians, he now became one of them. Having met Christ, he became a believer. The story of his life is well documented in the many New Testament books attributed to him.
I’m unsure how many have truly encountered God. Maybe we can recall a time when He felt very real, but for the most part, our lives haven’t experienced that. What do you think He desires? Do you believe He wants a deeper relationship with you? Personally, I do believe that. Every encounter with God transforms us. We are told we are created in His image, but sin has damaged that image. Still, it seems that the closer we draw to Him, the more we become like Him. I believe this happens because we recognize our sinful nature and go through a process of repentance. Each time we see ourselves in His light, we are cleansed by it. I challenge each of you to seek His presence and see what happens. Think about it.
HARRISBURG—With Pennsylvanians facing rising costs on everyday essentials, House Republican policymakers today launched their “Freedom Through Affordability” initiative – a plan to deliver tax relief and lower costs to make Pennsylvania a more affordable place to live, work, and raise a family.
The initiative, unveiled at a Capitol press conference, includes a package of six-month tax cuts and sales tax holidays, a multi-billion-dollar relief effort, aimed at providing immediate relief to families and workers struggling under the weight of higher prices.
Framing the effort, Rep. David Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee, emphasized the direct connection between affordability and opportunity.
HARRISBURG, Pa. (March 25) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) reminds anglers that Mentored Youth Trout Day will happen on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. This is a statewide event open to youth anglers ages 15 and under and their licensed adult mentors on hundreds of waters in all 67 counties.
“This is a special day where our youngest anglers have a chance to have fun and learn fishing skills they can carry with them for a lifetime,” said John Mahn, Jr., PFBC Board President and District 2 Commissioner.
The purpose of Mentored Youth Trout Day, created in 2013, is to provide an opportunity for young anglers to have fun while learning fishing skills a week before the large crowds arrive for the busy Statewide Opening Day of Trout Season on April 4, 2026.
Sharon L. Neubert, 70, of Collins Court, Bradford, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at her son’s residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Born August 7, 1955, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Howard Stiles and Carrie Thomas. She was a 1974 graduate of Bradford High School.
Sharon had been employed at W.R. Case Cutlery and prior to her retirement worked at Beacon Light as a behavioral health care aide.
Sharon enjoyed bingo, camping, crocheting, assembling puzzles, baking, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.
Surviving are two daughters, Tina Miller, of Lansing MI, Laura Stewart, of Derrick City, three sons, Timothy Miller, Joseph Neubert, and James Neubert, all of Bradford, 15 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, one brother, Herman Stiles, of Goose Creek, SC, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Sheila Carletta, one brother, Joseph Thomas.
Family will receive friends on Monday March 30, 2026, from 11 am to 1 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue, at 1:00 pm funeral services will be held with Pastor Karmon Wood, Pastor of the Coryville Church of Faith officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that work on a highway reconstruction project on Route 446 (Main Street) in Eldred Borough got underway on Monday, March 23. This project will improve the ride quality and extend the service life of approximately a mile of roadway between Route 346 (Derrick Road) and Mechanic Street.
Work got underway yesterday as the contractor began to mobilize equipment, saw cutting the existing pavement, and installing erosion and sedimentation controls. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control for the duration of the project. PennDOT urges drivers to exercise caution when traveling through work zones, obey flaggers, and always buckle up.
On February 24th, 2026, the City of Bradford Police Department responded to a noise complaint at the Holiday Inn Express. Management reported receiving multiple complaints from tenants regarding excessive noise coming from rooms 104 and 205, which was disturbing other guests.
Upon investigation, officers observed individuals moving between the two rooms, creating unreasonable noise. Despite being given 12 separate warnings by management, the parties involved failed to comply. Upon approaching the rooms, officers could hear the excessive noise firsthand.
Officers made contact with the individuals involved and identified James Bunce, the renter of room 205, as the responsible party. As a result, Bunce was charged with disorderly conduct for the disturbance. Bunce was arraigned by Magistrate Luther and bail was set at $2,500 cash.
The City of Bradford Police Department reminds the public that noise complaints can be a serious disturbance to others and can lead to criminal charges. We encourage everyone to be respectful of their neighbors and to report any noise complaints to the authorities. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On February 24th, 2026, the City of Bradford Police Department responded to a noise complaint at the Holiday Inn Express.
Management reported receiving multiple complaints from tenants regarding excessive noise coming from rooms 104 and 205, which was disturbing other guests. Upon investigation, officers observed individuals moving between the two rooms, creating unreasonable noise. Despite being given 12 separate warnings by management, the parties involved failed to comply. Upon approaching the rooms, officers could hear the excessive noise firsthand.
Officers made contact with the individuals involved and identified Candy L. Stevens, the renter of room 104, as the responsible party. As a result, Stevens was charged with disorderly conduct for the disturbance. Stevens was arraigned by Magistrate Luther and bail was set at $2,500 unsecured.
The City of Bradford Police Department reminds the public that noise complaints can be a serious disturbance to others and can lead to criminal charges. We encourage everyone to be respectful of their neighbors and to report any noise complaints to the authorities. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The contractor will implement a new traffic pattern on Interstate 80 westbound as early as March 26, 2026, at 9:00 PM, weather permitting. At the same time, the I-80 westbound Ramp B off-ramp to Route 940 will be closed.
The Potter County Education Council serving Potter and McKean Counties has three openings for part-time Career and Vocational Mentor-Aides to serve within the following school districts: Galeton Area School District, Oswayo Valley School District and Smethport Area School District.
These part-time positions are available beginning the 2026-2027 school year (approximately 25 hours per week). It is anticipated that this will be a recurring position each school year (approximately 40 weeks each year). A job description may be reviewed at the Education Council Office at 5 Water Street in Coudersport, PA (814-274-4877) or by visiting our website www.pottercountyedcouncil.org.
Minimum high school diploma. Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Appropriate work experience with older children (Grades 3-12).
Knowledge or work experience in business or industry.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications desired.
Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and safe driving history.
Interested applicants should send the following to the Potter County Education Council at 5 Water Street, PO Box 5, Coudersport, PA 16915 or via email to Dr. Michele Moore mmoore@pcedcouncil.org:
Resumé with cover letter
Three current (less than one-year old) letters of professional reference
Appropriate clearances including PA Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance, PA Act 34 Criminal Record Check, a current PA FBI Clearance (Education Versions)
A negative TB test result
The cover letter should be addressed to Dr. Michele Moore, Executive Director. You may be asked to complete an employment application upon review of your initial application materials. E.O.E.
On March 25th Port Allegany and Roulette Fire Departments were dispatched to 74 Katherine St fir a working structure fire unknown if anyone is in the residence Coudersport fire is on standby. update the residence is vacant and the fire is under control
As winter finally gives way to warmer weather, many of us look forward to fresh air, blooming trees, and more time outdoors. However, for thousands of people in our region, spring also marks the start of seasonal allergies, bringing on sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and fatigue. Understanding what triggers these symptoms and how to manage them can make this season much more comfortable.
Common Allergy Symptoms
Symptoms of seasonal allergies can vary from person to person, but often include:
Stuffy or runny nose
Sneezing
Itchy or watery eyes
Scratchy throat
Postnasal drip
Coughing or wheezing, especially in patients with asthma
