Rollover Crash In Otto Twp.
On September 23 at 11:28 Otto Fire and Bradford Ambulance were dispatched to a one-vehicle rollover crash with confinement on Summit Rd. and Looker Mountain Trail in Otto Twp.
September 2023
Port Allegany Fire Dispatched To E. Mill St. For A Trailer On Fire
On September 23 at 4:57 pm. Port Allegany Fire was dispatched to 751 E. Mill St. for a dump trailer on fire with contents endangering a structure
Coudersport Dispatched for Natural Gas Leak
At 3:49 PM on Saturday, Coudersport Fire & EMS have been called to North Main Street for a natural gas leak in a building.
Kathleen L. Frost, age 77, of Elkland, PA
Kathleen L. Frost, age 77, of Elkland, PA passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 at her home.Â
Born July 15, 1946 in Corning, NY, she was the daughter of the late George and Elouise (Smith) Shannon, Sr.Â
Kathleen graduated from Bradford High School and attended Corning Community College. She enjoyed square dancing in her younger years, gardening, bird watching, cake decorating and scratch-off tickets. She was a supporter of the Parkhurst Presbyterian Church in Elkland.Â
Barbara Jane (Sherman) Potter, age 84 of Elkland, PA
Barbara Jane (Sherman) Potter, age 84, of Elkland, PA entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.Â
Born June 26, 1939 to James Erwin Sherman and Blanche VanZile, she was the 9th of 13 children and a life-long resident of Elkland, living her entire life in the very home where she was born.Â
Barbara was a wonderful soul inside and out, putting the care of everyone else first. She served as Tax Collector for the borough of Elkland for many years and was well known to all.Â
One Vehicle Crash on Rt. 49
At 2:55 PM on Saturday, Harrison, Genesee & Ulysses Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Rt. 49 near the Pusher Siding Road for a one-vehicle crash.
The vehicle was reported in the ditch, unknown if injuries.
John D. “Buzzy” Morrison, 40, of Route 6, Kane, PA
John D. “Buzzy” Morrison, 40, of Route 6, Kane, PA passed away in UPMC-Presbyterian after complications from a long-term illness. Â
Born July 24, 1983 in Kane, he is the son of John and Beverly (Lundgren) Morrison. Â
Buzzy enjoyed bicycling, drawing, gaming and photography.
3 Vehicle Crash in Machias
At 2:00 PM on Saturday, Fire & EMS are on the scene of a 3-vehicle crash on Rt. 16 in front of the Dollar General in Machias, NY. Use caution if driving that way.
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to NUCOMER ENERGY LLC in Hickory Township, Forest County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 9/18/2023 to NUCOMER ENERGY LLC in Hickory Township, Forest county. 78a64(a) – SECONDARY CONTAINMENT AROUND OIL AND CONDENSATE TANKS – Owner or operator failed to construct and maintain a dike or other method of secondary containment for a tank or tanks with a combined capacity of at least 1,320 gallons to contain oil or condensate produced from a well which satisfies requirements under 40 CFR Part 112. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-09-18 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to XTO ENERGY INC in Chapman Township, Clinton County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 9/18/2023 to XTO ENERGY INC in Chapman Township, Clinton county. 78a73(b) – GENERAL PROVISION FOR WELL CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION – Operator failed to prevent gas, oil, brine, completion and servicing fluids, and any other fluids or materials from below the casing seat from entering fresh groundwater, and prevent pollution or diminution of fresh groundwater. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-09-18 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Port Allegany Ambulance to North Main Street
At 1:40 PM on Saturday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been called to Port Motel for difficulty breathing.
Freedom, NY Man Charged With Murder in Crash That Killed Sister & 2 Others In June
PRESS RELEASE
UPDATED September 21, 2023
On June 17, 2023 at 12:07 p.m., Troopers out of SP Machias responded to a head-on collision on Freedom Road in the town of Freedom.
 The investigation determined that a 2006 Dodge Ram traveling westbound on Freedom Road crossed the center line and struck an oncoming 2005 Ford Focus traveling eastbound.
The operator of the Ford, Dahlia J. Klink, 24 of Freedom, NY and a 4-year-old passenger were taken by Mercy Flight for serious injuries. The other two passengers in the Ford, Havanah S. Lopez, 17 of Java, NY and Molly Kibler, 6 of Freedom, NY were deceased at the scene.
The operator of the Dodge, Evan R. Klink, 21, of Freedom, NY was treated for injuries and then transported to SP Warsaw for an evaluation and the passenger of the Dodge, Cameron Klink, 19, of Freedom, NY was transported by Mercy Flight with serious injuries.Â
On June 18, 2023, Dahlia J. Klink, 24, of Freedom, NY succumbed to her injuries while at Erie County Medical Center.
UPDATE-Â On September 21, 2023, Evan R. Klink, 21 of Freedom, NY was arrested for Murder 2nd degree-3 counts, Aggravated Vehicular Homicide- 1 count, Vehicular Manslaughter 1st degree- 1 count, Vehicular Assault 1st degree-1 count, Reckless Driving, Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and other vehicle traffic tickets.
The New York State Police and the Cattaraugus District Attorney’s Office working in collaboration, effectively made the indictment and arrest on the charges of Evan Klink.Â
The operators of both vehicles involved were brother and sister.
NYSP Collision Reconstruction Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Cattaraugus County District Attorney’s Office and Arcade Fire Department assisted in this investigation.
Two-Vehicle Crash In Emporium
On September 23rd at 10:26 am. Emporium fire and ambulance were dispatched to 1 West. Fourth St. for a two-vehicle crash with 3 possibly injured
State Police Announce Sergeant, Corporal Promotions
The Pennsylvania State Police recognized the promotions of 36 new sergeants and 63 new corporals during a ceremony September 20 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Harrisburg, Commissioner Christopher Paris announced.
Leadership Cattaraugus Scholarship application process is open
September 20, 2023 — The Leadership Cattaraugus Scholarship Fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation will be accepting applications from aspiring leaders hoping to participate in the Leadership Cattaraugus 2024 cohort through Oct. 31.
The Leadership Cattaraugus board of directors established the scholarship fund in 2018 to make program tuition more affordable to worthy individuals applying to participate in the leadership program.
The 2024 Leadership Cattaraugus program will take place from January through October. Applications are now being accepted at www.leadershipcattaraugus.org. Scholarship applicants must also apply for inclusion in the 2024 cohort.
Crack Sealing Project Continues Next Week on Multiple Routes in Lycoming and Tioga Counties
Motorists are advised that a crack sealing project continues next week on multiple routes in Lycoming and Tioga counties.
On Sunday, September 24, 2023, the contractor, Vestal Asphalt, will be crack sealing on Route 15 in both directions starting in the Borough of South Williamsport through Armstrong, Clinton and Brady townships to the Lycoming / Union County line. Additional work this week includes the Route 15 interchange ramps at Foy Avenue in Old Lycoming Township. Motorists can expect lane restrictions where work is being performed.
Rolling Roadblocks
In areas on Route 15 where there is a concrete barrier separating the northbound and southbound lanes, traffic will be controlled using a rolling roadblock. Work in this area is anticipated to be performed on Sunday, September 24, 2023, and Monday, September 25, 2023. Motorists can expect traffic delays and should avoid the area if possible.
Work will be performed between the hours of 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM, weather permitting.
Additional work on this project includes the below routes in Lycoming and Tioga counties.
Lycoming County
Route 14 in Lewis and McIntyre townships
Route 15 in Brady, Clinton, and Armstrong townships
Route 220 in Porter, Piatt, and Woodward townships
Route 405 in Montoursville and Muncy boroughs; and Clinton Township
Route 654 in Armstrong Township
Route 2014 (Lycoming Mall Road) in Fairfield, Muncy, and Muncy Creek townships
Tioga County
Route 287 in Lawrenceville Borough; and Tioga and Lawrence townships
Route 49 in Lawrenceville and Westfield boroughs; and Westfield and Deerfield townships
Route 249 in Middlebury Township
Route 660 in Richmond Township
Route 2005 in Blossburg Borough; Covington and Putnam townships
Work on routes in Lycoming County will be performed between the hours of 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. There are no work time restrictions on the routes in Tioga County. Motorists can expect single lane restrictions with flagging where work is being performed. Work on this project is mobile, motorists can expect slow moving vehicle, possible rolling roadblocks on a portion of Route 15 in Lycoming County where work is being performed.
Vestal Asphalt is the prime contractor for the $ 641,243 crack sealing project. Work on this project is expected to be completed in December of 2023, weather permitting.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution through the work zone.
North Central Supply And the “Shops of Quarterwest”
Top freezer refrigerators starting at $599…top load washers and dryers starting at $499….
Lumber… plywood….
Foam board insulation sheets (4×8) … starting @ $17.50…
Save money and make the drive to Galeton!
