Coudersport, Ulysses Dispatched For Box Truck Rollover on Rt. 49
At 12:04 PM on Monday, Ulysses & Coudersport Fire & EMS have been dispatched to 2986 Route 49 West, near the Risser farm, for a box truck rollover with injuries.
October 2023
2024 and 2025 Collette Trips Planned!
We have scheduled several exciting Collette tours for the last half of 2024 and the first half of 2025!
- Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria: August 21 – August 30, 2024
- Southern Italy & Sicily: October 25 – November 6, 2024 (same trip that was cancelled in 2020 due to Covid)
- Tropical Costa Rica: November 4 – November 12, 2024
- Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights: February 24 – March 2, 2025
- British Landscapes (England, Scotland & Wales): April 27 – May 6, 2025
Collette’s own Matt D’Eramo will provide details of each trip at a Zoom presentation scheduled for Monday, October 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. Please email jmorley@pcedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877 to let me know you plan to attend the presentation or to request trip brochures.
Joseph M. Champlin, 76, of Genesee Street, Olean, NY
“Loving Husband, Father & Grandfather”
Joseph M. Champlin, 76, of Genesee Street, Olean, NY passed away at his home on Friday, October 13, 2023, surrounded by his family, following a brief battle with cancer.
Joe was born on July 19, 1947, in Rochester and was the son of Lawrence L. and Betty Geise Champlin. On July 11, 1970, at the Hillside Wesleyan Church in Olean, he married his loving wife, Nancy Helen Marsh, who survives.
Joe attended grade schools in Olean, Millport, Ellicottville, Roulette, and finally, Hinsdale Central School, where he graduated in 1966.
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Wellsville Police arrested Brady R. Hodge, age 30, of Scio, charging him with DWI (Unclassified Misdemeanor), Refusal to take breath test (Infraction), Improper or unsafe turn without signal (Infraction) and Inadequate or no muffler (Infraction). The charges stem from a traffic stop on East State Street in the Village. Hodge was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Justice Thompson. Hodge was released to a third party and is due back in Wellsville Village Court on October 17th at 4:30 pm.
Coudersport Volunteer Fire Dept. Lists Calls
10/9/23
941 CHAMPLIN HILL RD – LIBERTY TWP
STRUCTURE FIRE – 1ST ALARM
**WORKING FIRE**
At 0701 Hours, the Rescue Company was dispatched as a part of the first alarm assignment for a garage on fire with possible entrapment in McKean Station 3(Port Allegany)‘s first due. Rescue 48(w/5) responded and upon arrival established RIT Operations while first arriving companies worked. The rescue company then was utilized for minor overhaul before being released back to service by Command. Refer to Star Hose Company #1 for additional information.
10/9/23
101 E MAPLE ST
AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM
At 1208 Hours, dispatched for an Automatic Alarm sounding at the above address(Cole Manor). Chief 48(Phelps) responded and upon his arrival, found a 2 1/2-Story Assisted Living Facility, with the evacuation in progress and was advised that the alarm was indicating a 2nd floor smoke detector. Engine 48-1(w/5) responded and upon their arrival, laid out from the hydrant at S East St / Maple St and stretched a dry-line to the 2nd Floor. Truck 48(w/4) and Rescue 48(w/3) also made the response sending their manpower forward to assist. Upon investigation, it was deemed that there was no fire, and that the alarm system was activated accidentally. The scene was turned over to hospital maintenance, and units returned to service.
10/11/23
7 BUFFALO ST
MVA WITH INJURIES
At 2201 Hours, dispatched for a Vehicle into a Building at the above address. Chief 48(Phelps) responded and upon his arrival, located a single pickup truck into the building with the operator self-extricated and utility lines(power, cable and phone) down. Rescue 48(w/4), Engine 48-3 and Patrol 48 also made the response. Crews were sent to check the structural integrity of the building and secure the utilities. The operator of the vehicle was evaluated by EMS and refused treatment. Once the building was deemed safe, the incident was scaled back, leaving Engine 48-3 and Patrol 48 to control traffic at the location of the downed lines. Utility Companies arrived, secured their lines, and units returned to service.
10/12/23
102 S MAIN ST
AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM
At 1032 Hours, dispatched for an Automatic Alarm sounding at the above address(Zito Media). Tanker 48(w/3) was on a Fire Prevention Detail in the Borough and responded at dispatch along with Truck 48(w/3) who had a crew staffed at the firehouse. Tanker 48 arrived with a 4-Story Commercial Building, with nothing evident from the exterior and a partial evacuation in progress. The Tanker Company met with staff reporting a Smoke Detector activation in a 2nd Floor bathroom and went to investigate. Upon investigation, it was deemed there was no fire, and units returned to service.
10/15/23
114 N MAIN ST
AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM
At 1510 Hours, dispatched for an Automatic Alarm sounding at the above address. Chief 48(Phelps) responded and upon his arrival found a 2-Story Middle of the Row Mixed Occupancy with nothing evident from the exterior and an audible alarm sounding. Engine 48-1(w/4) arrived, laying out from the hydrant at N Main / E First and stretched a dry-line to the 2nd Floor to begin their investigation. Truck 48(w/5) and Rescue 48(w/2) also made the response and sent their manpower forward to assist. Engine 48-1’s crew encountered no conditions of the primary building while the Truck and Rescue Companies were split going to the roof and checking the exposure buildings for any conditions. After the investigation, it was deemed there was no fire, and the alarm had malfunctioned. Units returned to service.
PUBLIC SERVICE DETAILS
This week was Fire Prevention week, as multiple crews visited various Daycares & Schools throughout the First Due Area to provide demonstrations and lectures on this years topic (Cooking Safety starts with YOU) as well as any other information regarding Fire Safety.
Dale L. Lowrie, 68, of 152 Pine Street, Wellsville, NY
Dale L. Lowrie, 68, of 152 Pine Street, Wellsville, NY passed away at home on Friday, October 13, 2023.
He was born February 12, 1955, in Bath, NY, the son of the late Leroy J. and Gladys M. (Raub) Lowrie.
Dale was a 30-year resident of Oswayo, Pennsylvania, and a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse, PA. He was formerly employed at Hennigh’s Trailer Sales in Shinglehouse. In 1995 he moved to Wellsville, and was employed by K-Arcy Corporation, Benjamin Smith Company, and Giant Food Mart. Dale was a long-time resident of 269 S. Main Street, and enjoyed swimming, hiking, winter sports, outdoor activities, and maintaining his home and lawn.
Marilyn I. Veit, 84, of Port Allegany, PA
Marilyn I. Veit, 84, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Monday (October 9, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
She was born January 6, 1939 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Clarence and Dorothea (Babcock) Gulick. On September 6, 1957, in Elkton, MD, she married Henry P. Veit, who died on June 5, 2004.
Marilyn was a graduate of Franklin K. Lane High School and was a homemaker, tending to the needs of her family.
Scott Raymond Gibson, 53, of Northwest Rd., Kane, PA
Scott Raymond Gibson, 53, of Northwest Rd., Kane, PA died unexpectedly, Thursday, October 12, 2023, at UPMC-Hamot.
He was born October 28, 1969 in Kane to Corine Varga and the late James Gibson, and on June 7, 2008 in Kane, he married Kathleen Lindquist. On September 10, 2009, he became a father to Tyler Raymond Gibson, and then on September 9, 2011, his second son, Kellen George Gibson, was born.
Scott graduated from Kane High School in 1987. He then graduated from Gannon University with a degree in accounting. He went on to be the Controller at Clarion Sintered Metals where he would have celebrated his 30th anniversary this week.
Coudersport Ambulance to Memorial Drive
At 8:50 AM on Monday, Coudersport Ambulance has been dispatched to Memorial Drive for an unresponsive individual in a vehicle in the parking lot.
POTTER COUNTY REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES INVITED TO SPEAK WITH LOCAL VOTERS AT TOWN HALL STYLE MEETING ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11 6:00 PM GALETON, PA; MOOSE LODGE, 5 EAST MAIN STREET, GALETON, PA
All Republican Candidates-both primary winners and write in candidates are invited to speak at this event which is being sponsored with FREE Admission to all by Potter county FREE PA Chapter. We invite all candidates-including incumbents and those running un-opposed to come out for the event for a chance to get to know the area voters and hear their concerns before the November 7th election.
This meeting is directed towards the candidates representing Potter County Magisterial District 55-4-03. Candidates for these Townships and Boros will be featured; Pike, West Branch, Abbott, Ulysses, Ulysses Boro, Bingham, Harrison, Stewardson and both Galeton wards. Don Kudrick, Potter county’s Republican Party Chairman will be on hand to speak and to introduce countywide candidates who are in attendance.
On-site Voter Registration assistance will also available- so if you have been considering registering (deadline to register is October 23’rd) to vote-please show up and be ready to vote this November! Each voter present will be permitted one question per candidate and will be able to follow up pertaining to the response from the candidate.
We would like to extend an invitation for all school board candidates to attend-as parents have valid concerns and would like to know where the candidates stand on important issues such as forced masking, potential forced vaccinations for their children and their stance on male trans-genders using the girls restrooms or locker rooms.
FREE PA Potter County will be serving complimentary soups, snacks and desserts as well as an ice cream social at the meeting…so stop by after work, we hope everyone can attend and share their concerns and comments with the candidates participating to help with their decision on who to vote for in November.
We would also like to Thank the Candidates who care enough to attend, hear and respond to the voter’s questions’
lf you are a candidate who would like to participate as a speaker, or a candidate wishing to attend to meet and greet the voters please contact any of these FREEPA members: Kim Goodenough @814.558-4893; Lilian Cowburn @814.558.1975 or Cheryl Main @814-435-6548
Roulette Ambulance To Trout Brook Rd.
On October 15 at 11:36 pm Roulette Ambulance was dispatched to Trout Brook Rd. for a person fallen
Coudersport Ambulance To Williams Way Dr.
On October 15 at 8:57 pm. Coudersport ambulance was dispatched for chest pains on Williams Way Dr.
Wellsboro Tops Market Evacuated for Smoke in the Structure
At 7:29 PM on Sunday, Wellsboro Fire Dept. was dispatched to Tops for smoke in the structure. The building has been evacuated. Elkland has been dispatched for RIT. Notify Wellsboro Electric for an electrical fire inside the market.
Shirley D. Presher, 91, of 11 Sullivan Road, Bradford, PA
Shirley D. Presher, 91, of 11 Sullivan Road, Bradford, PA went to be with her Lord, on Saturday, October 14, 2023, surrounded by her family at her residence.
Born February 14, 1932 in Carrollton NY, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Vera (Haigh) Spry. She attended school in Killbuck Salamanca, and Bradford.
On May 3, 1986, in Palatka FL, she married Willard J. “Willie” Presher Sr., who survives.
Shirley worked as a waitress at Johnson’s Restaurant for 25 years, and formerly worked at the Bradford Era, and Yum Yum’s Ice Cream Stand.
She was a 69-year member of Grace Lutheran Church, where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, and prepared funeral dinners.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Halloween Parade Details
Ghosts, goblins, princesses, and monsters are invited to the Cameron County Halloween Sidewalk Parade on Saturday, October 28. Emporium Food Market and the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce teaming up for the event. Prizes will be given to the scariest, prettiest, most original, and funniest in three age categories 5-10, 11-14, and 15 and over.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Raffle Announced to Kick off Firework Fundraising
Cameron County Fireworks blast off each July during Weekend in the Wilds. Fundraising for the event kicks off this week with a raffle. Smoker Logging has donated two dump truck loads (2 cords) of firewood to be raffled. The winner will be drawn during Shop Small Saturday, November 25. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at Sunnyside Boutique or the chamber office.
The fireworks are a signature event for the county. “People book hotel rooms, pack their camps and plan vacation around the event,” according to chamber executive director Tina Solak. The chamber phones have already begun to ring with people asking for the date which is Saturday, July 6.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Sinnemahone Trail Run
Cameron County will welcome trail runners from across the state on Saturday, October 21. The Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run celebrates its 11th year with participants selecting a 50k, 25k, or 12k course. The course begins and ends in downtown Emporium at 7:30am winding through Elk State Forest trails.
The Women’s Wellness Tea, October 21st Noon to 4 pm
Please call 814-362-8288 or email Gkelley@brmc.com to RSVP!
The registration fee is $30.00.
*This includes tea, sandwiches and desserts. There will be some vendors there doing Rieke, Reflexology, Massage, Chair Yoga, and Paraffin Hand. All these vendors, relax your body, mind, and soul!
The new owner of the floatation in Bradford will be there to talk with you about any questions you may have. Fran Charles will be at the event and will have special things planned! We will have some of our departments like X-Ray, Oncology, Cath Lab, Upbeat, and SMART there to talk with you and check blood pressure.
You will get to experience it all!!
Our HeartStrings Gift Shop will be open in case you would like to check out the unique items we have in there!
All proceeds will support our Sabrina K. Goode Imaging Service Fund!!
Fire Alarm In Bradford Twp.
On October 15 at 5:27 pm. Bradford City And Bradford Twp. Fire Depts. have been dispatched to Glendorn Drive for a commercial fire alarm.
WELLSBORO IS CELEBRATING HALLOWEEN ON TUESDAY, OCT. 31 WITH A PARADE, COSTUME CONTEST, AND TRICK-OR-TREATING
Between 5:30 p.m. and 5:55 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31, the Wellsboro Halloween Parade will form at Packer Park on Queen Street in Wellsboro.
Beginning at 6 p.m. children and adults in costume will walk from Packer Park along Queen Street to Main Street. The parade will end on Main Street at Central Avenue.
CAROL MARY CLOWER, 76, Shinglehouse, PA
CAROL MARY CLOWER, died after a brief illness October 8, 2023 at Shady Grove Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born April 8, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of Charles and Agnes (McAdams) Smutnik. She was residing in Montgomery Village, MD.
Carol graduated from Mastbaum High School, Philadelphia, Class of 1965. Following graduation, she worked for the Disabled American Veterans for almost 20 years. She raised her two older children in Levittown, PA.
After they had grown, she moved to Shinglehouse, PA where she continued to raise her youngest son and worked at Community Bank of Olean, NY.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Thomas and Charles.
She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Walmer, sons Thomas Walmer and his wife, Sandy, and Brian Clower and his wife, Amanda; six grandchildren: Alex, Argo, Danielle, Joa, Kinsley, and Keeleigh; one sister, Dolores McKay; many nieces and nephews.
A private service of remembrance was held with her family.
Those who wish to remember Carol in a special way may make gifts in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Heart Association.
Arrangements entrusted to Thibadeau Mortuary Service, p.a., 124 E Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, 301-495-4950, www.interfaithfunerals.com
THE CANYON WATERFALL GEOLOGY HIKE ON SATURDAY, NOV. 4
Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., explore the waterfalls along the lower Turkey Path on your quest to unlock the geologic secrets of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
“This is a repeat of the popular hike we offered in June. The response was so good, we wanted to offer it again,” said Natural Resource Program Specialist.
TIm Morey.
The one-mile round trip hike up about 400 vertical feet, halfway up the Turkey Path, will be led by both park staff and professional geologists from DNCR’s Bureau of Geological Survey, weather permitting. If weather becomes an issue, the hike will be canceled.
Richard S. Houck, 86, of Smethport, PA
Richard S. Houck, 86, of Smethport, PA passed away Friday (October 13, 2023) at UPMC-Hamot, Erie.
Arrangements will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
AUDITIONS FOR HAMILTON-GIBSON WOMEN’S PROJECT PRODUCTION “HOLIDAY SHORTS & SWEETS” ARE THIS SATURDAY, SUNDAY AND MONDAY, OCT. 14, 15 & 16
The Hamilton-Gibson Women’s Project is holding open, in-person auditions for its production of “Holiday Shorts & Sweets” at 1 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 14, at 2 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 15, and at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 16 in the Gallery at the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro.
There are three 10-minute plays with roles for 12 females and 3 males and six holiday letters to be presented by one male and five female performers. No experience is necessary to audition. All genders and races are welcome.