I am going to apologize right up front. This month slipped away from me and I had planned on taking some time off this week. So the office will be open Tuesday, August 15, 2023 the normal hours however it will be closed the rest of the week. The box and the mail will be checked daily. Again I apologize for such short notice.
Ronald A. Tubbs, 82, of Starbrick, PA, died peacefully Monday morning August 7, 2023, at Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, with his family by his side.
He was born on September 20, 1940, in Corry, Pennsylvania, and raised by his grandmother Dorothy M. Scott, and attended Eisenhower High School.
Ron was a life-long resident of Warren County. For 35 years Ron worked as a lineman for the Warren Electric Cooperative, a job that brought him significant satisfaction, particularly in serving as an instructor to journeyman lineman.
At 10:25 AM on Monday, Emporium Fire Dept. has been dispatched to Emporium Hardwoods for a working structure fire. Port Allegany dispatched to assist. Tanker from Austin requested.
10:50 AM–Fire Under Control. Extensive mop up expected.
1:00 AM–A pole & wires are down blocking the main entrance & the railroad tracks. West Penn Power is enroute.
WIRT, N.Y. – Thomas R. “Tom” Spees, 77, passed away on Monday (Aug. 7, 2023) at home.
Mr. Spees was born on Nov. 19, 1945 in Wellsville to Kenneth R. and Lena A. (Turner) Spees. He was a 1963 graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse, Pa. Soon after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1963 to 1966, spending much of his time in the Vietnam War.
Tom owned and operated the Spees Dairy Farm in Shinglehouse, Pa. for over 30 years, retiring in 2013. In his retirement years he moved to a quiet homestead in Wirt where he enjoyed the solitude of the country and the beauty of the local wildlife.
Tom enjoyed hunting. He was an avid New York Yankees fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR races and attending the local dirt tracks of Bradford Speedway and McKean County Raceway in Smethport, Pa. He also enjoyed the quiet of his front porch.
Tom loved spending time with his children. His daughter’s favorite memories were as her dad’s sidekick; hanging out in the barn, helping milk the cows, fishing, attending farm shows, auctions and 4-H. His son’s favorite memories with his dad were going hunting and building stock cars together.
Tom was a long-time member of the Shinglehouse American Legion Post 530.
Tom is survived by a son, Jody Spees and a daughter, Gina Mosko, both of Kannapolis, N.C.; two grandchildren, Steven Spees of Bradford, Pa. and Guy Spees of Port Allegany, Pa.; one sister, Margaret “Peggy” Campbell of Olean and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by two sisters, Genette Spees and Letha (Bob) Moyer and a brother-in-law, Jim Campbell.
Per Tom’s wishes, there will be no prior visitation. A private ceremony will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Wellsville/Scio.
Online condolences may be offered at www.baker-swan.com.
Margaret Louise SWETLAND, 82, of Ocoee, FL, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Born February 1, 1937, in Johnson City, NY, she was the daughter of Howard and Catherine Swetland. She lived in Central NY and Northern PA prior to moving to FL.
Margaret was active in researching the history of Elkland, PA and the surrounding areas.
Surviving are: her children, Katherine P. Heisel, Lawrence H. Woolheater, Pamela L. Barbour, and Laurie J. Steiner; a sister Marjorie Bovan; grandchildren, Ja-Neil L. Heisel, Ami Jo L. Alamo, Lucas D. Batchelor, Richard K. Barbour III, Stephanie A. Huggins, and Cassie L. Steiner; great-grandchildren, Samuel Alamo IV, Jason T. Jessop, Chelsea L. Huggins, and Gary A. Huggins; and great-great grandchild, Keyana L. Huggins.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, August 18, 2023 in Mills Cemetery. Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mills Cemetery, c/o Jeanette Barker, 369 Hamilton Road, Ulysses, PA 16948.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Gale M. Thomason, 65, and John E. Thomason, 63, we’re traveling north in the left lane at 3:22 p.m. and tried to change from the left lane to the right when they’re trailing unit became disconnected and they lost control.
The vehicle entered into a skid and partially entered the right lane, returning to the left lane which caused the trailer unit to overturn, police said. Those at the scene said the driver, a long time medical doctor in Potter County, was hauling a camper.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of a lane restriction next week on Route 1005 (Roseville Avenue) in Roseville Borough, Tioga County, for a bridge inspection.
On Tuesday, August 22, 2023, the contractor will be inspecting the bridge that carries Roseville Avenue over Mill Creek. Motorists can expect a lane restriction with flagging. Work will be performed between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, weather permitting.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists traveling to the greater Williamsport area this week and next week should expect congestion on local roadways, especially Interstate 180 eastbound and westbound, Route 220 northbound, and Route 15 northbound and southbound in Lycoming County, due to the Little League World Series.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) advises motorists to be prepared for an increase of traffic over the next two weeks and should plan for traffic delays, particularly in the South Williamsport and Williamsport areas.
Motorists should be prepared for changing traffic patterns, slow-moving or stopped vehicles and especially be on the alert for pedestrians crossing streets and highways.
On August 14 at 12:49 pm Jay Twp. Fire Dept. was dispatched to a structure fire on Dr’s Lane to assist Huston Twp.
Mon, August 14, 2023 by wcednews
PENFIELD– According to the Clearfield County Coroner, a 14-year-old male died as the result of a house fire near Penfield early Monday morning.
The fire was reported on Dr. Lane.
No other details are available at this time.
At 6:50 PM on Sunday, Salamanca has been dispatched to an apartment fire at 25 Jefferson Street, Apartment 6. Bradford City has been requested to assist.
At 6:50 PM on Sunday, Middlebury & Chatham Fire Depts. & Clymer ambulance have been dispatched to a 2 vehicle crash at 819 Shortsville Hill Road. State police report no injuries. Non-reportable. RECALL.
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While on vacation in North Carolina. Mark was bitten by a snake. We did have the dead snake. It was positively identified as a copperhead.
First and foremost THANK YOU ALL for
The prayers calls texts and messages. At one point we had over 400 messages. So if I did not respond to you I apologize.
This snake was near the pool area, not in grass or yard but on cement patio area. Hank our 3 year old grandson had seen it first; almost stepping on it THANK GOD Hank did not get bit.
Things we have learned that pertain to marks bite. May not be true for all.
1. Do not ice nor heat a bite. Ice helps the venom stay in the area which leads to loss of limb. Heat circulates it quickly leading to high toxicity.
2. Squeeze out as much venom as you can ( mark did and the drs said it saved his finger)
3. Go to the biggest hospital quickly. We went to the closest and will have a bill there plus the transfer bill.
4. The anti venom is easily available and extremely costly! It’s approximately $15,000.00 per vile / dose.
Mark had 12!!!!!
We did call 911. They said ok we will call the hospital and hung up! We also called poison control. They have continued to call and check on mark.
The drs say we have a two week window to continue to watch for what is known as serum sickness.
It’s as if the body gets sick from the serum used. It presents like flu. Could have rash fevers and nausea. If this happens he will need transferred to a large hospital to remove the toxins from his blood.
Duane T. “Dane” Williamson, 68, of 526 Second Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, early Sunday morning, August 13, 2023 following an illness of the past several months.
He was born on May 23, 1955 in St. Marys, a son to the late Raymond and Beverly A. Herbstritt Williamson. On March 5, 1977 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, he married Rebecca “Becky” Dellaquila and she survives.
Dane was a lifelong resident of Johnsonburg and was a 1974 graduate of Johnsonburg Area High School. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, the Johnsonburg Elks, Johnsonburg American Legion, Central Hose Co., Wilcox Sportsmen’s Club, PFL and the Ridgway Eagles. Dane had retired from Keystone Carbon Co. in 2016 after 44 years of service.
Dennis J. Caskey, 56, of Garfield Street, Byrnedale, PA, passed away at his home on Friday, August 11, 2023 following a lengthy illness.
He was born on April 26, 1967 in St. Marys, a son of the late John J. and Ruth A. Young Caskey.
Denny was a graduate of St. Marys High School, class of 1986 and worked for many years as custodian at Pinecrest Manor and Penn Highlands Elk. He enjoyed playing video games and spending time on his computer.
He is survived by his twin brother; Alan Caskey of Byrnedale, and brothers, Joseph Caskey and his wife Jeannie of Force and Mark Caskey of Byrnedale, as well as by 3 nephews and 1 niece; Bryan, Evan, Brandon, and Amanda, and by one great-niece. He is also survived by numerous aunts and uncles, including Sandy Reagle, Susan (Rob) Zimmerman, Jane (Larry) Gleixner, Ron (Julie) Young, Betty Anderson and by numerous cousins.
In addition to his parents, Denny was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, as well as by several aunts and uncles.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Dennis J. Caskey will be celebrated on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, as celebrant.
Family and friends will be received at Queen of the World Church on Thursday, August 17, 2023 from 9:30 AM until the time of the Mass.
Memorial Contributions may be made to a favorite charity.
Rosalind Jean Hupp, of Warren, PA, passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 7, 2023, with her daughter, son-in-law, and pastor at her side. Rosalind, known as ‘Roz’ to many, was born to Hobart Emerson Hupp and Talitha Isabel Kuhn Hupp on February 2, 1932, in Chillicothe, OH. She lived an amazing 91 ½ years on this earth, sharing her faith, talents, kindness, humor, and generosity with countless people.
A top graduate of Chillicothe High School, Class of 1950, Rosalind set out to achieve her childhood dream of becoming an opera singer. Her studies at Boston University and New England Conservatory of Music afforded her much experience with notable conductors such as Sarah Caldwell and Boris Goldovsky.
She went on to grace audiences with her unforgettable mezzo-soprano voice, singing oratorios, recital tours throughout the US and Europe, making recordings, and performing more than 40 roles with leading opera companies throughout the United States.
She was an A.G.M.A. Showcase Award Winner, which earned her a Judson Hall recital in NYC, and the recipient of two Martha Baird Rockefeller Grants, and a Kathryn Long Scholarship.
Madelina Vada Mann, infant daughter of Jeff Mann and Rikki Cribbs, was born on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at Magee Women’s Hospital in Pittsburgh. She went to be with the angels shortly after birth, passing peacefully in the arms of her mother.
In addition to her parents, Madelina is survived by her twin sister; Wrenley Mae Mann, and by 3 loving sisters; Bailey and Camryn Schnars and Peyton Mann. She is also loved by maternal grandparents; Dan Cribbs and Lynn Young, and Anita and Eric Johnston, and by paternal grandmother, Linda Gee, as well as by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She was welcomed into heaven by her paternal grandfather, Jeffrey Mann, and will rest peacefully in the arms of the angels.
Funeral and Committal Services for Madelina Vada Mann are being held privately with the family.
Burial will be in Elkton Cemetery.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Today kicks off our 60th Annual Fireman’s Festival with our Chicken BBQ!!
First round of dinners will be ready at Noon. Second round will be ready at 3pm.
* No presale tickets * Dinners are first come, first serve this year *
Dinner includes: 1/2 chicken, macaroni salad, baked potato, baked beans, and roll.
All cooked by our firemen & auxiliary!
Dine in or take out available
While you’re getting your delicious meal, you can purchase grand prize, side-by-side, and kids wheeler tickets!
Laura K. Ladlee, 73, of Smethport, PA passed away Saturday (August 12, 2023) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, after battling cancer.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Nineteen recent Portville Central School graduates received awards from scholarship funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Established by Portville College Scholarships, the Portville College Scholarships Fund supports annual scholarship awards for graduating Portville students who volunteer at the school store or annual Portville College Scholarship phonathon fundraiser.
Awards from the fund this year total $9,200.
