Donald E. CHAPMAN, 96, of Mills, PA, died Tuesday, July 18, 2023 in his home. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Motorists are advised of lane restrictions tomorrow on Interstate 180 in both directions in Delaware and Turbot townships, Northumberland County, for bridge flushing.
On Thursday, July 20, 2023, a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew will be performing bridge flushing on the bridges along Interstate 180 between Interstate 80 and the Lycoming County line. Motorists can expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being performed. Work will be performed between the hours of 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for stopped or slow-moving vehicles, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is alerting area motorists that a pipe replacement project along Route 948 (Montmorenci Road) in Elk County will cause a daytime closure and detour starting August 1.
On Tuesday, a crew from Elk County Maintenance will begin pipe replacement work and the detour will go into effect. The detour will be in place from August 1-2, weather dependent, between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM using Route 219 (Buffalo-Pittsburgh Highway), Route 4007 (Silver Creek Road), and Route 4003 (Long Level Road). Flaggers will be at the intersection of Route 948 and Long Level Road to direct traffic around a sharp turn. The detourwill be lifted each night, once pipe work is complete for the day.
A crew from Elk County PennDOT Maintenance will perform this work, replacing a large pipe across the road that has deteriorated.
Coudersport, Pa., July 19, 2023 – Sara Drummond, RN, Intensive Care Unit at UPMC Cole, was recently recognized as a recipient of the DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses.
Drummond was nominated by a patient who shared:
“Sara went above and beyond to take care of me while I remained in A-fib. She came to me in a moment’s notice when needed, constantly made sure I was well, and got what I needed. She made sure to explain every medication I received and why. Sara really connected with me because I’m in school to become a nurse and she is a shining example of compassion and care.”
The DAISY Foundation was established in 1999 in California by the family of J. Patrick Barnes, who died at the age of 33 from complications of an auto-immune disease. During his eight-week hospital stay, his family was impressed by the care and compassion his nurses provided, not only to him but to everyone in the family. They created the DAISY Award in his memory to recognize those nurses who make a big difference in the lives of so many people.
UPMC is proud to be a DAISY Award partner. Nurses are nominated by patients, family members of patients, as well as other healthcare professionals. DAISY Awards are presented to nurses at UPMC in North Central Pa. monthly. Each DAISY Award Honoree is given a DAISY Award pin, a certificate of honor, and a stone sculpture entitled, A Healer’s Touch, handcrafted by a tribe in Zimbabwe. Anyone can nominate a nurse for the award including co-workers, patients, patient family members, or physicians. To nominate a nurse, visit UPMC.com/ThankaNurse.
At 7:41 PM on Wednesday, Bradford City Fire & EMS have been called to West Washington Street for a vehicle/bicycle accident.
At 7:37 PM on Wednesday, Bolivar & Richburg Fire & EMS have been dispatched to 6152 Allentown Road in the Town of Wirt for a vehicle crash with 5 occupants with reported injuries.
2 adults & 3 children transported to Jones Memorial Hospital.
At 7:30 PM on Wednesday, Blossburg, Mansfield & Liberty Fire Depts. have been dispatched to 265 Tioga Street in Hamilton Township to search for a missing 4 year old.
7:44 PM–Child located. RECALLED
Two young ladies will be vying for the title of 2023 Potter County Fair Queen at the 87th Potter County Fair on July 30 to August 5. The contestants are Eva West and Serenity White both from Shinglehouse area.
The girls will be participating in several events throughout the week of the fair starting with the opening ceremonies and kiddie parade to finishing with coronation and the livestock auction! Each girl will give a speech on Tuesday night on Why You Should Come to My Fair! A panel of judges will interview the girls prior to the fair and then observe them all week as they participate in events.
The crowning of the new queen will be on Thursday evening at 8 pm at the entertainment pavilion.
Eva West is the sixteen year old daughter of Scott and Diane West of Shinglehouse. She attends Oswayo Valley High School where she is very active in school functions including basketball, volleyball, softball, track, student council, varsity club, band, chorus and several other school groups. Eva is president of her 4-H club, Eleven Mile Livestock where she does a market swine project. Throughout her years at the fair, she has exhibited rabbits, swine and quilts. Her earliest show experience as a five year old was a rabbit named Jack! Eva says she would like to be Potter County Fair Queen because “It would be an honor to represent my local fair and interact within the community as the Potter County Fair Queen. As a young girl, talking with the fair queen brought me great joy! Acting as a role model to young agricultural exhibitors and sharing in experiences of all attendees as the Potter County Fair Queen would be highly meaningful.”
Serenity White is the seventeen year old daughter of Shawn and Renee White of Shinglehouse. She says that she would like to be the Potter County Fair Queen because I love this beautiful part of Pennsylvania that I’ve grown up in and I would love to be able to represent Potter County! We may be small in numbers but we’re big in community spirit! Serenity plays the violin and helps coach the new Oswayo Valley drill team. She has exhibited handmade clothes, photos, artwork, crocheted stuffed animals and baked goods at the Potter County Fair. Serenity volunteers at the senior center, and is a member of the First Baptist Church youth group and choir. She is homeschooled and enjoys making crafts to sell at local farmers markets.
Make sure you come to the fair to meet the contestants and our current Potter County Fair Queen, Acie Greenman!
I want to say THANK YOU to all of my friends and family who joined me in celebrating my 90th birthday on July 9th at the American Legion in Coudersport.
I was overwhelmed with joy at having so many of you there, not to mention all the good food and delicious desserts that were shared. So, thanks to everyone who came, or who sent a card or gift, or brought a dish to share, and a special thanks to my family who worked so hard in arranging such a lovely party. Potter County is a special place, and I’m grateful for my 90 years in the community. Thanks again to everyone for making this birthday so special!
Arlene Saulter
| PA Permit Violation Issued to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Foster Township, McKean County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/11/2023 to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Foster Township, McKean county. 78.88(d) – OPERATING WELLS – MECHANICAL INTEGRITY OF OPERATING WELLS – Operator failed to immediately notify the Department and take corrective actions to repair or replace defective equipment or casing for wells exhibiting progressive corrosion, rusting or other signs of equipment deterioration that compromise the integrity of the well. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-11 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher Township, Clinton County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/11/2023 to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher Township, Clinton county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-11 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Foster Township, McKean County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/11/2023 to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Foster Township, McKean county. 78.73(a) – GENERAL PROVISION FOR WELL CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION – Operator failed to construct and operate the well in accordance with 25 Pa. Code Chapter 78 and ensure that the integrity of the well is maintained and health, safety, environment and property are protected. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-11 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to STL RESOURCES LLC in Grugan Township, Clinton County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/11/2023 to STL RESOURCES LLC in Grugan Township, Clinton county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-11 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Foster Township, McKean County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 7/11/2023 to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Foster Township, McKean county. 78.86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-11 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Gene A. Tarr of 976 County Road 5, Genesee, NY passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at the Olean General Hospital, following a brief illness.
Friends will be received on Monday, July 24, 2023 at the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St. from 11:00 am to 1:00pm at which time a funeral service will be held. The Rev. Tim Taylor, Pastor of the Crosstown Alliance Church in Shinglehouse, PA. Burial will be in Bowler Cemetery, Little Genesee, New York. Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com
Williamsport, Pa., July 19, 2023 – UPMC Williamsport has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Rehabilitation Services for Stroke, Spinal Cord, and Brain Injury by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
Elizabeth J. Seelye, 92, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 341 Spruce Street, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor, after a lengthy illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
On July 19 at 2:32 pm Roulette Ambulance was dispatched to Hanson Hollow Rd. for a man fallen
At 10:05 AM on Wednesday, Harrison & Ulysses EMS dispatched to a dirt bike accident at 750 Woodard Road. A 14 year old male has suspected minor injuries.
At 9:30 AM on Wednesday, Smethport Fire, Port Allegany ambulance & Ambulance 24 dispatched to a rollover crash near 562 Kent Hollow Road with 2 injured. Occupants are self-extricated.
Wellsboro, Pa., July 18, 2023 – Students from Wellsboro and Southern Tioga School Districts in grades seven through nine recently spent a few days with staff from UPMC Wellsboro learning about various health care career fields.
The ‘I Want to be a Health Care Worker’ summer camp gave the students opportunities to learn with hands-on activities, real life experiences, and knowledge on which courses they may need to achieve their future goals.
“At the beginning of camp, the students are asked if they know what kind of career they are interested in – they are again asked at the end of the camp during a closing ceremony,” said Faith Preston, volunteer services coordinator, UPMC Wellsboro. “It’s amazing to see how their choices change, which shows the impact the camp has had on them. We look forward to inspiring future students and continuing this camp next year.”
To learn more about available career opportunities at UPMC Wellsboro, go to careers.UPMC.com.
At 9:59 PM on Tuesday, Coudersport ambulance dispatched to assist PSP on scene on Mill Street for reported seizures.
BRADFORD, PA – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) will be hosting a family movie night this Thursday, July 20 from 8pm to 10 pm. The event will take place in the North Bennet Parking lot outside of BRMC.
The movie that will be showing is a comedy classic from 1988 starring John Candy, “The Great Outdoors”. All participants are asked to please bring blankets and chairs for seating. Refreshments will be provided.
“Small events like this are just a great way to provide something more for our community and get everyone together,” said Stacy Williams, executive director, Bradford Hospital Foundation. “We hope through more events like this, the community can see how much we provide and that we’re not just a hospital.”
The event is free for all to attend. Anyone looking for more information, please reach out to Gabby Kelley at (814) 362-8288.
