Mountain Laurel Recovery Center is expanding and searching for qualified and caring staff to Improve The Lives We Touch! We are hosting on-site interviews during the week of August 7-11th between the hours of 10am & 2pm. Interested candidates may arrive in-person on the designated days listed to interview with our respective hiring managers. While not necessary, we encourage applicants to apply ahead of time.
On July 29 at 7:16 pm Coudersport Fire Dept. was dispatched to 123 Whitney Creek Rd. for a tree down partial in the roadway with wires in it. Update no wires are down
Description: Join the park educator for a short talk on butterflies and their roles in our environments around us. There will be a walk afterwards to see what kind of butterflies we can find in the park! Wear sturdy shoes and feel free to bring sunscreen, bug spray, and snacks. Nets will be provided.
Program Title: Wild About Bats
Date: Saturday, August 5th
Time: 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Location: Campground Amphitheater
Description: Did you know that bats are pollinators? How about that bats are pest control specialists? Come to this program to learn all about bats and what these critters do for us every day. Short talk followed by a movie—feel free to bring snacks and a blanket!
Impromptu (Every Week):
Saturday afternoon – 5:00 PM – Poolside Powwow
Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow, so come join us and see!
James L. ROGERS, 77, of Scio, NY, died Friday, July 28, 2023 in his home. Born November 28, 1945, in Olean, he was the son of Lyman and June Dutton Rogers. On September 17, 1965, in Scio, he married the former Beverly E. Babbitt, who predeceased him on August 3, 2004.
A graduate of Friendship High School, he was the Chief of Police in South Pekin, IL for two years, then worked for A.L. Blades & Sons in Hornell for 20 years as an equipment operator. James enjoyed playing Texas hold ‘em, doing carpentry work throughout his life, and maintaining a small farm for 45 years.
Devin K. Webster, age 23, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023.
He was born on March 14, 2000 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of Craig and Erin (Osgood) Webster.
Devin graduated from SLTC Lineman School in 2019 and was employed by Overland Contracting of Pittsburgh, PA as a cell tower technician. Devin enjoyed riding motorcycles, having ridden motorcycles since he was seven years old.
Devin’s other hobbies included skydiving, shooting, learning to cook and the occasional pick-up soccer match. He was always ready for the next big adventure. Devin enjoyed life — having a good time, going to comedy shows, concerts, casinos and just hanging out with friends, coming up with all manner of pranks and shenanigans. He had a dry sense of humor and easy going personality. He will be missed by his family, friends and coworkers.
Dora L. (Marshall) Reese, age 63, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, July 27, 2023.
She was born on March 17, 1960 in Brooklyn, NY, a daughter of the late Lynn and Betty (Peter) Marshall and was the wife of the late Stephen H. Reese.
She was a homemaker and enjoyed reading, taking care of her family and friends and her faith in God never wavered.
Dora is survived by a son: Nicholus (Avonia) Ives of Erin, NY, brother: David (Rachel) Marshall, two grandchildren: Gabby Ives and Logan Ives and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A private family graveside service will be held at the Catlin Hollow Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Cylone, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation McKean County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of July 31 – August 4, 2023, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
McKean County 0250
Sign Repairs and Upgrades:
Various State Routes throughout the County
Mowing:
Various State Routes throughout the County
Bridge Work:
Various State Routes throughout the County
Patching:
State Route: 1006 (McCrae Brook Road)
State Route: 6 (Mt. Jewett to Hazel Hurst)
Shoulder Cutting:
State Route: 1006 (McCrae Brook Road)
State Route: 446 (Larabee to Farmers Valley)
State Route: 46 (Farmers Valley to Rew)
Ditching:
State Route: 646 (Rew to Red Rock)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
IA Construction Corp – Roadway Repair
State Route: 219. Contractors will be paving.
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 219 in Lafayette Township will be controlled utilizing flaggers during normal work hours; there will be alternating traffic patterns.
Emporium/Coudersport, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Potter and Cameron County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of July 31 – August 4, 2023, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
Cameron County 0240
Sign Repairs:
State Route: Various SR throughout County
Spray Patching:
State Route: 3001 (Whittimoore Hill Road)
Potter County 0260
Box Culvert Replacement: Detour in place
State Route: 244 (Tyler Hollow area)
Sign Repairs/Replacement:
State Route: Various SR throughout County
Pipe Replacement:
State Route: 1001 (Sweden Valley – Brookland)
Shoulder Repair:
State Route: 44 (Carter Camp)
Pipe Flushing:
Spray Patching
State Route: 1005 (Phoenix Road)
State Route: 4021 (Honeoye Road)
Ditching:
State Route: 6 (Sweden Valley to Galeton)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
James J. “Jim” Yust, 68, of Millport, PA passed away in his home with his dear friend and neighbor by his side on Saturday, July 22, 2023, after a period of declining health.
In keeping with Jim’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Potter County Fair Association, c/o Marsha Prince, 1151 Eleven Mile Road, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Jim’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements 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 Jim, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
As of tonight, I hope I am answering the questions we have been asked many multiple times.
MISSING PERSON: PHYLLIS POTTER 84 years old from Westfield PA 16950 401 Whitaker Rd.
Driving ️2009 White Subaru Outback PA plate DKL1425
Last seen in Potter Brook 5am Friday July 21(she stayed at Emily Cary’s Thursday night because of the storm) Left without taking her overnight bag of clothes.
Has been entered as a Missing Endangered Person Alert (PA does not participate in the Silver Alert Program, which is why one has not been issued for her) so any police agency coming into contact with her or her vehicle will know she is a Missing Person and who to contact if located
Common areas frequented and her house are being checked and rechecked. 10 miles around her house has had plane search, walkers, Drivers and Drone coverage.House was searched on Saturday before the first alert.
No activity on bank accounts – Does not have a credit card to check for activity – Office of the Aging is monitoring the bank in cooperation with the State Police.
️No GPS or tracking system in vehicle to track
No cell phone to ping
Due to her being in a vehicle, K9 teams do not feel they would be helpful at this time
️Best ways to help:
1) Check in at Westfield Community Center to get assigned search route. Make sure you’re checking along/over banks not just on the roadways.
2) Check any of your personal cameras that show roadways for vehicle matching description driving by and provide date time and direction of travel to family in charge of search party.If any business or ring camera looks toward the road can review footage from Friday 5 am. If we can see where she was or no sign of her on the the road, we can reconstruct where she was headed. House and Cemetaries are checked several times a day for her possible return to those places.
3) SPREAD THE WORD! Share her picture, vehicle description and plate!
4) If you see someone matching her description or vehicle matching description – TRY TO IDENTIFY/VERIFY PLATE FIRST AND CALL 911 IF FOUND!!!
5. If you see something suspicious call us or Justin with the drone to check it out. If you find the car and verify the plate do not approach unless obvious signs of life. Call 911, then try to get us. DO NOT TAKE PICTURES AND POST ON FACEBOOK. The police and resque need to have room for them to get to you and secure the area.
We really really appreciate all who are trying to find her for us. Vicki
MISSING PERSON: PHYLLIS POTTER 84 years old from Westfield PA 16950 
No activity on bank accounts – Does not have a credit card to check for activity – Office of the Aging is monitoring the bank in cooperation with the State Police.
