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February 2023

Wayne S. ERWAY, 80, of Genesee, PA

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Wayne S. ERWAY, 80, of Genesee, PA, died Monday, February 13, 2023.  

Friends may call Friday, February 17, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM.  Rev. Rob Anderson will officiate.  Burial will be in Genesee Cemetery.  

Memorials may be made to Genesee Methodist Church, P.O. Box 137, Genesee, PA 16923, SonShine Charitable Fund, 8921 Shumla Road, Fredonia, NY 14063 or online at www.sonshinefund.com, or Headwaters FFA, Northern Potter School District, 745 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948.  

Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

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Regular Meeting of Galeton Borough Authority

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February 7, 2023

The regular meeting of the Galeton Borough Authority was held on this date in the Municipal Building

with the following members present: Mike Brown, Tom Smith, George Bowen, Jr., Joe Cimino, and Tony

Adami.

Others present were: Solicitor-Mike Plummer, Eng.-Tim Tritch (telephone),Borough Secretary-Andrea Caracciolo, and Office Assistant- Eleanor Boyd.

Chairman Adami called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM followed by the Pledge to the Flag.

A motion was made by George Bowen, seconded by Tom Adami to approve the 1/03/23 minutes as present. All were in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Tom Smith, seconded by Mike Brown to approve Pay Req. #2 from Jones Specialty Group in the Amount of $32,152.50 for the water plant upgrade project. All were in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Tom Smith, seconded by Mike Brown to approve Change Order #3 in the amount

Of $3,057.70 for the Pipe and the Chlorine Analyzer pump. All were in favor, motion was carried.

The Engineers are still waiting on the Potter County Conservation District regarding the E & S permit for the WWTP Phase 3 and the WQM Permit.

PennDot is requesting and Affidavit for the sewer line at intersection of Mill and Clinton Streets as easements are not found. It is for two properties where the line was put in in the 1960’s.

Test Pits for Water Main in Road near bridge to make sure Crane doesn’t crush pipe needs done before 3/06/23

Joe Cimino discussed about the duo pumps that were a design flaw for a total of $5,000.

Joe Cimino discussed about going to every house in the borough to check

for lead service line by the end of 2024. This is being required by a State Mandate.

The March Authority meeting is being cancelled and will be advertised.

A motion was made by Tom Smith, seconded by Mike Brown to adjourn. All were in favor, motion

Carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:12

Regular meeting of the Galeton Borough Council

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FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The regular meeting of the Galeton Borough Council was held this date in the Municipal Building with the following members present: Joe Petrencsik; Doug Droppa; Darrell Jackson; DJ Fuller; Ron Tarabori; and Denny Dean.

Others present were: Mayor-Garrote; Solicitor-Mike Plummer; Foreman-Joe Cimino; Office Asst.-Eleanor Boyd; Citizen-Beth Lounsbury and Borough Secy.-Andrea Caracciolo

President Petrencsik called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Followed by the Pledge to the Flag.

MINUTES

A motion was made by Doug Droppa, seconded by Darrell Jackson approving the 1/11/23 minutes as presented. All were in favor, motion carried.

TREASURER’S REPORT

A motion was made by Doug Droppa, seconded by DJ Fuller approving the treasurer’s report for Jan/Feb 2023 as presented. All were in favor, motion carried.

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION

Mrs. Lounsbury presented the 2023 Library Board to be accepted. A motion was made by Doug Droppa, seconded by Ron Tarabori accepting the members for 2023 as presented. All were in favor, motion carried.

BOROUGH SECRETARY

It was noted that a new park bench that the Borough purchased and is placing on Main St. will be in memory of Ed Brown.

BOROUGH FOREMAN

Joe reported that the water project is finally about 99% complete and is all fully automated now.

He said that he is still trying to locate acceptable cinders, everything is too fine or is stone that would plug our drains. Our pile is getting low and still haven’t found anywhere to purchase more yet.

BOROUGH SOLICITOR

An amendment to our parking ordinance was drafted and presented for the 4th of July parking on Germania Street. It is going to state that there will be no parking on the north side of Germania St. Tuesday thru Friday of the week prior to the Saturday celebration unless you are a resident of Germania St. and are issued a permit to be displayed in your car. Friday at 6:00 PM parking will then be permitted on the north side on a first come first serve basis and must be removed the Monday after the celebration. Barricades of any kind are not going to be permitted on either the north or south side of the street. They will be collected and disposed of if any are put out. Changes are going to be made to the draft and presented again at the March meeting to hopefully then be advertised for adoption so that it is effective at that time.

OLD BUSINESS

Steve Haskins had given us an LED bulb for our decorative street lights that was demonstrated at the meeting for approval by Council. The bulb has three settings so that we can keep the dark skies in mind.

A motion was made by DJ Fuller, seconded by Ron Tarabori to convert all of our decorative street lights to LED. All were in favor, motion carried. Union St. will be done first and then eventually Main Street. This will be a savings for the Borough’s electric bills and for maintenance.

***AT THIS TIME, 7:47 PM, AN EXECUTIVE SESSEION WAS CALLED TO DISCUSS A PROPERTY IN THE BOROUGH.

***AT THIS TIME, 8:08 PM, THE MEETING RECONVENED.

A motion was made by Darrell Jackson, seconded by DJ Fuller to have a Phase I study performed on the Chattanooga building subject to the inspection of the building by Council. All were in favor, motion carried.

BILLS

A motion was made by Doug Droppa, seconded by DJ Fuller to pay the bills for February 2023. All were in favor, motion carried.

ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Denny Dean, seconded by Doug Droppa to adjourn. All were in favor, motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM.

Floyd K. “Gus” Nelson, age 95, of Milton, DE, Formerly of, Bradford, PA.

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Floyd K. “Gus” Nelson, age 95, of Milton, DE passed away peacefully on January 29, 2023. Born in Bradford, PA he was the son of the late Floyd and Isabelle (Giles) Nelson of Bradford, PA.

Floyd worked for Dresser and Plexowood Manufacturing in Bradford, PA prior to retirement and moving to Delaware. He was a proud veteran, stationed at Camp Perry during WWII while serving his country in the Unites States Navy. He was a 32nd Degree Free and Accepted Mason.

Floyd was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt deer from his hunting lodge. He was a master craftsman who built all his homes with his wife, Anna, by his side. Earlier in their marriage, Floyd and Anna enjoyed travel and together they explored and discovered much of the wonders of the United States together. He was a friend to many, ready to lend a helping hand. Floyd believed in helping those who may not be able to help themselves and he dedicated many hours to charity work – quietly and without seeking recognition. His devotion to his family, however, took precedence above all and the time spent with those he held dear was what he cherished most.
He was a loving a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, Mason, and friend who will be deeply missed by those that knew and loved him.

He was the loving husband of Anna Marsh Nelson for 67 years at the time of her death.
Floyd is survived by three of his six children: Judy (George), Floyd (Kathy) and Joann. Floyd also is survived by his remaining sibling, Margaret Angevine of Warren, PA. Also surviving are his grandchildren – all of whom he loved dearly, and many nieces and nephews who fondly called him “Uncle Gus”.

The family would like to thank Harbor Health Care and Rehabilitation of Lewes, DE for all the love and care they provided for Floyd the past few years.

At Floyd’s request no services will be held.

Michael A. Ware, Sr., 73, of Bradford, PA.

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Michael A. Ware, Sr., 73, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at The Pavilion @ BRMC. 

Born June 30, 1949, in Middletown, OH, he was a son of the late David R. and Hazel V. (Ross) Ware.

He was a graduate of Franklin High School in Ohio.

On January 16, 1988, in Pasadena, TX, he married Laurie A. (Drummond) Ware, who survives. 

He was in Retail Management for 35 years and then was a custodian at Bradford Area School District.

Some of Michael’s proudest moments include raising his four sons. 

Surviving are his wife of 35 years, Laurie, four sons, Michael A. (Beth) Ware, Jr., of Colorado Springs, CO, William (Misty) Ware, of Franklin, OH,  David (Hallie) Ware, of Bradford, and Zachary (Tayler) Ware, of Bradford,  brother, Mitch (Sherry) Ware, of Houston, TX, three grandchildren, Ezra Ware, Jasper Ware, and Olivia Ware.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one niece, Christy Ware.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street, followed by funeral services at 1:00 pm with Rev. Josh Haney, Pastor of the First Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113 Bradford, PA 16701. 

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Senator Fetterman Admitted To Walter Reed Hospital

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John Fetterman

Friends,

Some of you may have already heard the news, and some of you may be hearing now for the first time.

Either way, I want you to hear it from me: Last night, John checked himself into Walter Reed Medical Center to seek care for clinical depression.

After what he’s been through in the past year, there’s probably no one on earth who wants to talk about his health less than John. And it’s not easy for anyone to be open about mental health challenges. But I am so proud of him for asking for help and taking steps to get the care he needs. 

Anyone who has experienced depression — or loved someone experiencing depression — knows that this is a heartbreaking disease. Our family is in for some difficult days ahead, and we ask for your compassion on the path to recovery. For us, the kids will always come first. 

I’m never one to cover up my emotions, and today is no exception. I’m sad, and worried, as any wife and mother would be.

But at the end of the day, I know John is strong. He’s tough and he’s human. He is still the fun, loving, caring, compassionate man I fell in love with so many years ago. My grandmother Bibi used to say João had to be made so tall because it was the only way to fit his whole heart ❤️. It’s true — and he’s going to get the care he needs to continue sharing his heart with the world. 

Please be kind to each other and to yourselves. For anyone out there who might be struggling right now: I promise, it does get better. Hold your loved ones close; you are not alone.

Love,
Gisele

Fred Robinson, 87, of Bradford, PA.

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Fred Robinson, 87, of Bradford, passed away February 14, 2023.

Born on December 16, 1935, in Kane, he was a son of the late Pearle and Irene (Legters) Robinson.  He was a veteran of the United States Navy.

He was a 1954 graduate of Bradford Area High School, and attended Buffalo Christian Academy.

Fred worked for Airco Speer, Quaker State, and Pepperell Braiding.

He enjoyed reading his bible, gardening, fishing, and bowling.

Surviving is his wife of 57 years, Judy (Eldridge) Robinson, one daughter, Jodi (Mark) Smith, of Sugar Valley GA, one son, Brian Robinson, of Bradford, one brother, Rev. Ron Robinson, of Georgetown, TX, four grandchildren and one great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, George Robinson.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Bradford Manor Alzheimer’s Unit or Sawyer Evangelical Church.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Potter County Commissioner Nancy J. Grupp Announces Re-Election Bid

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Potter County Commissioner Nancy J. Grupp has announced her intentions to run for re-election on the Republican ballot in the May 16 Primary Election.

During her first term in office she served as the chair of the Board of Commissioners, County Salary Board, and County Retirement Board. She has served in an unpaid capacity as Potter County Director of Emergency Services, saving the county thousands of dollars each year and is a member of the county’s Aging Advisory Board.

During her tenure, Commissioner Grupp has also spearheaded improvements in county operations, including technology upgrades and updates to personnel and human resources policies. She was also chosen by her peers to chair the executive board of the regional community and economic development agency, North Central Regional Planning and Development Commission.

Some of the current board’s accomplishments under her leadership have included:

— Creating programs during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to support small businesses along with fire and ambulance services and other non-profits that were negatively impacted during the shutdown.

— Facilitating COVID relief grants to those significantly impacted in the hospitality industry, many of which would not have survived without those funds.

— Adoption of a countywide Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA) ordinance, making available county tax breaks for businesses building or expanding operations to create jobs and support economic development.

— Improving services for Potter County veterans by expanding the Veterans Affairs Director position to full-time, giving military veterans much-needed assistance in accessing the benefits and services to which they are entitled.

— Supporting a collaborative effort to bring cost-free transportation to veterans who require rides to medical appointments.

— Repurposing federal grant revenue totaling more than $500,000 to support infrastructure projects in Genesee, Galeton and Ulysses to date.

Fiscal responsibility has been a high priority for the board under Commissioner Grupp’s leadership. While improving services in multiple ways, the board has not raised real estate taxes, which she considers a major accomplishment. Grupp is a lifelong resident of Potter County, has 30 years of experience working in the finance industry, and has served as a township auditor and secretary/treasurer, as well as president for the Potter County Township Officials Association.

She and her husband, Lynn, live in Coudersport.

Commissioner Grupp states, “Rather than engaging in extreme politics, if re- elected I pledge to continue to bring common sense leadership to Potter County. Thank you for your support.”

DE VITO ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR ELK COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Attorney Daniel Brian “Danny” De Vito, resident of Ridgway, has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Elk County District Attorney. He has no relation to the actor and notes that the name was in his family “long before the actor became famous.”

Mr. De Vito, who is the founder of De Vito Law Office, LLC, located in St. Marys, grew up in Pennsylvania. The son of a correctional officer and x-ray tech, he was the first in his family to attend law school. He graduated Magna cum Laude from Gannon University and then attended the University of Akron School of Law, where he was an honors fellow. While in law school, he was heavily active in conservative organizations and politics.

While at Akron Law, he focused his research and writing on Pennsylvania coal and natural gas exports. During and after law school he provided law clerk services to a large emergency medicine provider and multiple attorneys. Subsequently, Mr. De Vito served as the law clerk for the Court of Common Pleas of the 59th Judicial District (Elk and Cameron Counties), working daily with the President Judge and Senior Judges from across the region and gaining deep insight into the legal reasoning behind Court decisions. He is admitted to practice law by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

Politically, Mr. De Vito filed a lawsuit against Governor Wolf, through counsel, during the 2020 lockdowns entitled “Friends of Danny DeVito vs. Governor Wolf.” Friends of Danny DeVito was fought all the way to the Supreme Court of the United States and paved the way for the Constitutional Amendments limiting the Governor’s “lockdown power.” Mr. De Vito appeared in national and even international news stories highlighting his fight against the business lockdowns. He moved to Elk County after meeting Weedville native, Brittany Bricen. “I fell in love with Brittany when she was working as the Trump Victory Women’s Coalition Coordinator for Pennsylvania and subsequently, fell in love with Elk County.”

“It is time to tell the truth,” Mr. De Vito stated. “The present administration of the Elk County District Attorney’s office is a total disaster. The current D.A. was never elected by the people but was installed after the previous D.A. resigned. Cases are bungled, drug dealers run rampant, the worst of our society are offered easy plea bargains, and the cost to Elk County taxpayers is astronomical when you consider that we are paying to house these derelicts in the county jail instead of shipping them off to the state pen where they belong. Law enforcement does an incredible job only to see weak plea bargains and light, negotiated sentences.”

Mr. De Vito promises to “crack down hard on anyone who is a menace to society. The people of Elk County, and frankly this nation, have had enough. We don’t need a nice D.A., we need a tough D.A. who will restore law and order.” Mr. De Vito additionally noted his commitment to act as a watchguard against voter fraud and foreign influence; act as a check on fraud, waste, and abuse; and show no mercy towards those who would harm our children. “The District Attorney’s job is to prosecute criminals, not act as a social worker or throw a pity party for every criminal with a sob story. I’m more concerned about the tears of mothers and fathers than the crocodile tears of the criminal.”

Daniel De Vito respectfully asks for your vote for Elk County District Attorney on the Republican primary ballot on May 16, 2023.

THIS PRESS RELEASE IS AUTHORIZED BY THE CANDIDATE.

Introduction to Excel Spreadsheets

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Unleash your productivity and take control of your data with our Introduction to Excel Spreadsheets class! This one-hour evening session is perfect for anyone looking to improve their skills in managing and organizing information. With our experienced instructor, you will learn the basics of creating, editing, and formatting Excel spreadsheets, as well as using basic formulas and functions. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your professional skills and make a positive impact on your work. Register now and join us for this engaging and informative class!

This class, taught by Brent Bryant, Networking and Security Instructor at the Seneca Highlands CTC, is scheduled for Monday, March 6, 2023, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office. The cost is $20/person. The registration deadline is Monday, February 27th. To register, call (814) 274-4877 or go to www.pottercountyedcouncil.org .

Coudersport Responds to Overnight Truck Crash on Cemetery Curve

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Coudersport Vol FireDept

MSG: DISPATCHED: 02/16/23 00:36:34

MVAI : MVA WITH INJURIES

496 ROUTE 6 W, Apt , EULALIA

Cross Streets : TOLES HOLLOW RD * OLMSTEAD RD

Rescue 48-8, Engine 48-3 and Patrol 48-4 AC T. Ostroski & Cowburn, Lt Rodriguez under the command of Chief 48-Phelps responded to the above incident with a report of a driver confined in a vehicle that has collided with an empty water truck head on.

Upon the arrival of chief 48-Phelps the driver had freed himself from the wreckage and was sitting in the road by his vehicle. The wreck was confirmed to be in cemetery curve just west of town.

Crews immediately stabilized and checked both vehicles for any hazards and began treatment of the driver’s until EMS arrived.

SR6 was shut down while crews worked the scene an treated the PT’s then opened one lane of traffic for traveling motorist and closed shortly again once the wrecker services arrived to remove the vehicles safely.

Both vehicles were removed from the scene : 1-Whites Heavy Wrecker – Westfield, 1- Kightlinger motors, Coudersport and the driver of the delivery box truck was transported to UPMC for treatment of injuries, the driver of the water truck refused treatment.

The accident was investigated by PSP Cdspt and we were also assisted by Dept 49 CVAA and medic 7, in all 17 members responded to this call for service . All apparatus were back in quarters at approximately 3:30 am.

PA Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Convicted Murderer’s Appeal

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The Pennsylvania Supreme Court rejected an appeal by convicted murderer James Cruz, bringing closure to a case now almost 30 years old.

In March of 1993, a passing motorist found the partially clad body of a deceased 17 year old woman along a roadway in Spring Township, Centre County. Her wrists had been bound tightly with yellow rope, and a piece of that same rope had been drawn fast around her neck, causing her death by ligature strangulation. The trail of evidence would eventually lead investigators to the state of Maine, where the victim had lived, to the state of Ohio, where police arrested cross-country trucker James Cruz for the murder.

Former Centre County District Attorney Ray Gricar prosecuted the case against Cruz, winning a conviction of first degree murder after a lengthy trial in June of 1994. Gricar’s evidence included testimony by an FBI microscopic hair comparison analyst that a hair found underneath the ligature matched Cruz’s hair, and hair found in Cruz’s truck matched the victim’s hair.

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Photo By Andy Lychalk, Jr.

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Frozen Wonder  – with a warmer than normal winter this year, this image will remind us of past winter seasons.  The image was in Pike Township near Galeton area on a very cold winter’s day.  As a reference to the size of the frozen formation are the trees in the foreground.  Seeping water and melting snow from the mountain above with freezing temperature assisted Mother’ Nature in creating the very large icicles.  Image by Andy Lychalk, Jr.

West Creek Recreational Trail Closure

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Work on a stream crossing at the St Marys trailhead of the West Creek Recreational Trail will force the temporary closing of that area of the trail.  The trailhead is expected to be closed for less than one week.  Updates will be posted on the West Creek Recreational Trail Facebook page. 

North Point Contracting from Emporium will be installing a new culvert.  The assembly of the culvert is taking place and the installation will depend on the stream level. 

Users are encouraged to access the trail at the Jackson Road crossing during the installation phase.

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