Estate Sale In Coudersport August 18th & 19th
August 2023
Two receive scholarship awards for aspiring conservationists.
OLEAN, N.Y., August 8, 2023 — Two recent area graduates received scholarship awards from funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation for aspiring environmental conservationists.
Ten Broeck Academy/Franklinville Central School’s Benjamin Brol and Olean High School’s Joshua Knight each received the Cattaraugus County Trappers Memorial Scholarship for $500.
Established by the Cattaraugus County Trappers Association, this fund provides two $500 awards for graduating high school students in Cattaraugus, Allegany or Chautauqua counties with preference for students who plan to pursue a degree in natural resources conservation, fish & wildlife management, forest management or similar area of study at a two- or four-year college. Applicants must include list of outdoors sports in which they participate, a statement on importance of the role of sportsmen in conservation and management of fish and wildlife and natural resources and information on their career path in their goal statement
Coudersport Ambulance to Mapleview Lane
At 6:19 PM on Thursday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to Mapleview Lane for a medical alert call.
CALL CANCELLED
Judith E. Nichols, 79, of Emporium, PA
Judith E. Nichols, 79, of Emporium, PA passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side Monday (Aug. 7, 2023), after a long, hard-fought seven-year battle with cancer.
Judy was born in St. Marys on Oct. 30, 1943, to Sherman W. and Marjorie June (Thomas) Allman. On June 17, 1989, in Roulette she married Theodore Nichols, who survives.
RECALL
| Real Kosher Ice Cream Recalls Soft Serve on the Go Cups Because of Possible Health Risk Real Kosher Ice Cream of Brooklyn, NY is recalling soft serve on the go ice cream and sorbet cups, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. SOFT SERVE ON THE GO CUPS were distributed in the states of CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, VA, WV. The recalled product reached consumers through Canteens, Grocery and Convenience stores etc. The recalled product is packaged in an 8 fl oz., clear plastic cup. The product looks like a soft serve cup served in an ice cream store, with a clear plastic cover with a seal and spoon attached to it. |
Tonight’s Roulette Township Meeting Postponed
Roulette Township
Due to unforeseen circumstances the monthly meeting for tonight has been postponed. We will reschedule for a later date. Thank you
Mt. Jewett Swedish Festival 2023 Schedule
Swedish Festival Dates:
August 11th, 12th, & 13th
Alice Q. Dollinger, 89, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 476 Main Street, Kersey, PA.
Alice Q. Dollinger, 89, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 476 Main Street, Kersey, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023.
She was born December 5, 1933, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Urban and Alvina Hoffman Gregory. Alice was a lifelong resident of the area and attended St. Marys schools.
On May 2, 1959, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Alice married the late Charles “Chub” Dollinger, who preceded her in death on January 15, 2020.
Three Portville graduates receive career/tech and music scholarships
OLEAN, N.Y., August 10, 2023 – Three graduating Portville Central School seniors recently received scholarship awards from funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation to pursue a degree in a career/technical- or musical-related field of study.
PennDOT Announces New 511PA Features Ahead of the Little League World Series
New features also include additional bridge information, human trafficking prevention
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced updates to the 511PA traveler information service including new features and real-time travel and alternate-route information for fans headed to the Little League World Series (LLWS).
The new and enhanced features provide timely information and also support efforts to combat human trafficking.
Michael Patrick Close, 63, of Bradford, PA.
Michael Patrick Close, 63, of Bradford, passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at his residence.
Born September 8, 1959 in Bradford, he was a son of the late Charles and Patricia (Hannon) Close.
Michael was a 1977 graduate of Bradford Area High School. While in high school he worked at JC Penney, and after graduating was hired at Dresser Manufacturing, where he worked for ten years.
In 1988 he graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania Police Training Academy. After graduating he returned to Bradford and began working at the McKean County Sheriff’s Department. He also worked part time as a security guard for the Bradford City Water Authority.
On January 12,1990, Michael embarked on his journey with the Bradford City Police Department, taking the oath of patrolman. On April 5, 2004, he achieved the rank of Sergeant. He was then promoted to Chief of Police on January 7, 2008, and held that position until his retirement on March 17, 2010. As Chief, he was proud to have established the Emergency Response Team, the Street Crimes Unit, and to have secured grants and donations for cameras, tasers, firearms, and other equipment, including new uniforms and a fresh paint scheme on the patrol cars.
Kathy Dayok, 74, of Warren, PA.
Kathy Dayok, 74, of Warren, PA., died Thursday morning, August 10, 2023, at Warren General Hospital, Warren, PA. She was born May 9, 1949, in Johnstown, PA. She was the daughter of Peter and Margaret Knapp Dayok. Kathy was a graduate of West Mont High School, and Mercy Hospital School of Nursing, both of Johnstown, PA. She was a registered nurse with Warren General Hospital for 42 years, retiring in 2013.
Kathy is survived by her 3 siblings – Louise Cable of Warren, PA., Timothy Dayok of Zephyrhills, David Dayok and wife, Angela of Johnstown, PA., 1 Nephew – Jason Cable of Pittsburgh, PA., 2 Nieces – Melissa Dayok McLain of Harrisburg, PA., and Jennifer Dayok Caruso of Columbia, MD., 1 Great Nephew – Sam Caruso of Columbia, MD.
A private celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm Street, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.delewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Coudersport Dispatched for Fire Alarm on Baker Hollow Road
At 3:15 PM on Thursday, Coudersport Fire Dept. dispatched to 177 Baker Hollow Road for an automatic fire alarm.
PennDOT Potter and Cameron County Maintenance work schedule for the week of August 14 – August 18, 2023
Emporium/Coudersport, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Potter and Cameron County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of August 14 – August 18, 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
Side Dozing:
- State Route: 0872 (Sinnemahoning area to Potter County Line)
Potter County 0260
Bridge Deck Replacement: Road Closed/Detour in Place tentatively Friday, August 18th
- State Route: 4005 (Fishing Creek Road)
Sign Upgrades:
- State Route: 872 (Cameron County Line to Austin)
Pipe Replacement:
- State Route: 1001 (Sweden Valley – Brookland)
Shoulder Repair:
- State Route: 144/44 (Carter Camp to Oleona)
Pipe Flushing:
- (Gold to Ulysses)
Spray Patching
- State Route: 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road)
- State Route: 4011 (Peet Brook Road)
Ditching:
- State Route: 4011 (Peet Brook Road)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Patriot Tree Surgeons-
State Route: 244 (Andrew Settlement – Genesee)
Traffic control: Traffic along 244 will be utilizing flaggers during work hours.
Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc– Roadway Repair
State Route: 6 (Port Allegany to Coudersport) Contractors will continue with roadway repairs and drainage upgrades.
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 6 will be utilizing flaggers during work hours; multiple work zones may be in project area.
LTT Trucking LLC– Bridge Replacement
State Route: 449 (Brookland Road)
Traffic control: Traffic along 449 will be utilizing flaggers during work hours.
Dean Construction LLC– Bridge Replacement
State Route: 44 (Intersection of Tennessee Road)
Traffic control: Bridge will be closed, and the temporary roadway will carry traffic around the work zone.
Fire Alarms At Ridgway Elementary School
At 2:41 PM on Thursday, Ridgway Fire Dept. dispatched to Ridgway Elementary School for multiple fire alarms activated.
**2:44 PM–Alarm Company reports accidental activations.
Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library Board Meeting
The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library Board of Trustees will hold a impromptu board meeting on Monday, August 14, 2023 at 3p.m. in the library multipurpose room located at 27 West 4th Street, Emporium. As with all meetings, this one is open to the public. Anyone interested in attending should let library staff know by calling 814-486-8011.
Mansfield Dispatched For Crash on Rt. 15 South
At 2:20 PM on Thursday, Mansfield Fire & EMS dispatched to a 2 vehicle crash near 10317 Rt. 15 South.
Closure of County Road #2 and #2B in the Town of West Almond
Please be advised that Allegany County DPW will have daily road closures as follows:
- County Road #2B approximately ¼ mile south of County Road #2 on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, and;
- County Road #2 approximately ¼ mile west of County Road #2B on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
The roads will only be closed during working hours (7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and will be opened back up each night. There will not be an on-site detour and motorists are urged to seek alternate routes. Thank you for your cooperation.
