FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 31, 2023 – La Vergne, TN, The Harvard Drug Group, LLC d/b/a Major® Pharmaceutical and Rugby® Laboratories is initiating a voluntarily recall for all lots of Polyvinyl Alcohol, 1.4% Lubricating Eye Drops and Lubricating Tears Eye Drops (Dextran/Hypromellose, 0.1%/0.3%) supplied by Velocity Pharma, LLC to the consumer level. The Harvard Drug Group, LLC received information from FDA indicating investigator found insanitary conditions in the manufacturing facility and positive bacterial test results from environmental sampling of critical drug production areas in the facility.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 31, 2023 – Dublin, OH, Cardinal Health, Inc. is initiating a voluntarily recall for all lots of ophthalmic products supplied by Velocity Pharma, LLC to the consumer level. Cardinal Health, Inc. received information from FDA indicating investigators found insanitary conditions in the manufacturing facility and positive bacterial test results from environmental sampling of critical drug production areas in the facility.
BORN: Roberta Ellen Brunner, June 22, 1937, Olean, NY
DIED: October 21, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Motherhouse, Allegany, NY.
DAUGHTER OF: Edward and Helen Duffy Brunner, Allegany, NY
Roberta entered the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany on January 4, 1959, was received into the Congregation on July 2, 1959, and professed her final vows on July 3, 1966. For 64 years, Sister lived her commitment to Franciscan values through her ministry and life in community.
Roberta attended St. Bonaventure Elementary School and graduated from St. Elizabeth Academy, Allegany, NY. She attended St. Bonaventure University, Allegany, NY and D’Youville College, Buffalo, NY, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She pursued graduate studies at St. Clare’s School of Nursing in New York, New York, University of Rochester and the State University of New York in Buffalo, NY, where she graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing and a minor in Administration.
A registered nurse and Administrator, Roberta worked in Congregational hospitals: Our Lady of Lourdes, Camden, NJ; St. Elizabeth Hospital, New York, New York; St. Joseph’s Hospital, Tampa. FL where she served in many roles including Director of Inservice Education, Director of Nursing, Instructor in Staff Development, Coordinator of Cancer Care Center, and a Clinical Cancer Specialist.
Emergency departments (EDs) are essential to the communities they serve and the hospitals they support. They provide exceptional and immediate care to patients. The ED is the most active and critical department of a hospital with a constant flow of incoming patients, many of which are very ill or critical. It’s 24/7/365 work and the teams are trained to treat a variety of illnesses and injuries, ranging from treating dehydration, suturing cuts, caring for patients with strokes and heart attacks, and performing emergency lifesaving procedures.
Misconceptions about the ED are prevalent due to TV dramas, personal experiences, and a lack of understanding of the complex workings of emergency medicine. Addressing these misconceptions helps improve understanding of the vital role emergency departments play in providing life-saving care during critical situations.
Lucille A. “Lucy” Nelson, 76, of Warren, PA, died peacefully at home with her family at her bedside on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, after an 8-year battle with kidney disease.
She was born February 6, 1947, in Philipsburg, PA. She was the daughter of Marcel and Betty Gathagan Lefebvre. Lucy grew up in Philipsburg, PA., and Jamestown, N.Y.
She was employed as a press operator, with Loranger Manufacturing Corp, retiring from there after many years of employment. Lucy was a member of the Warren, PA., First Methodist Church, Warren Moose Lodge 109 Ladies Auxiliary, Warren American Legion Post 135 Ladies Auxiliary. She bowled on the Thursday night ladies’ league for many years.
Robert E. “Bob” Walker, 86, of St. Marys, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 after a courageous, 2 1/2 year battle with pancreatic cancer.
Known by his family as a silent warrior, he faced the terrible diagnosis with grace and dignity – never asking one time – why me? Bob was born November 28, 1936 in Dayton, PA, a son of the late Robert Charles and Myrtle Whitacre Walker.
Bob married and is survived by his wife Betty Weaver Walker in Dayton, PA in a simple ceremony that resulted in a marriage that lasted more than 60 years.
Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army as a vehicle mechanic for two years. After moving to St. Marys in the early 1960’s, he began his career at Powdered Metal Products where he worked for 38 years until retirement.
When Bob and Betty moved to St. Marys, they purchased a “fixer upper” along Bucktail Road. After decades of hard work, the house where they raised their family is still home. Bob’s determination and work ethic was certainly passed on to his kids. He was an active member of the St. Marys Methodist Church where he really enjoyed fellowship and the time spent with his small group members.
Bob loved his garden and making trips to greenhouses each spring to look for just the right plants. He was so happy when someone would stop by and ‘take a look’ at his garden. Later in life he spent many hours sitting on a porch swing just watching everything grow as the seasons changed.
He loved basketball, going to his grandchildren’s sporting events, and visiting his friends at the Hilltop Diner, where he made nearly daily trips for many years. He also enjoyed trips to the casino, hunting when he was younger, the tv show Gunsmoke, taking car rides with Betty and in the end, just sitting outside as the weather permitted.
Bob was most proud of his grand and great-grandchildren. He was fortunate to share connecting yards with 2 of his granddaughters and their families, allowing him daily visits with 5 of the great-grandchildren. Many believe this was a contributing factor to his ability to not only survive but thrive through his illness. The holidays were amazing as the family gathered at Sandy’s house, next door, as all the children would be reconnected with their cousins and spend the days just being kids. Bob will be sorely missed but so many memories were created and will be cherished forever.
Bob is survived by his five children; Larry (Ann) Walker of Pittsburgh, Sandy (Bob) Buerk of St. Marys, Ed (Michele) Walker of Kersey, Susie (Tim) Nussbaum of Kersey, Nancy (DJ) Eckert of St. Marys, and by 12 grandchildren; Scott (Clara) Walker, Jennifer (Shane) Byrd, Steven (Amanda) Walker, Ashley (TJ) Steele, Leslie (Mike) Trumbull, Justin (Kelsey) Walker, Bryce Walker (Lauren Eckert), Katelynn Nussbaum (Hawk Bullers), Jamie Nussbaum (Lacey Williams), Kevin Eckert (Jen Hallinen), Ben Eckert, and Amy (Alex) Salvaggio. He was extra blessed with 19 great-grandchildren, Cora, Julianna, Jacob, Hannah, Emily, Lilah & Levi Walker, Jack Eckert, Sam, Luke and Maggie Byrd, Gabbie & Bobby Steele, Betsey, Garrett & Grady Trumbull, Louie, Evelyn and Olivia Salvaggio. He is also survived by one brother; Richard “Jack” Walker of Dayton, PA and one sister; Florence Harkelroad of Indiana, PA, as well as his close friend, Denny Ginther of St. Marys.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his sister; Betty (Walker) Stewart.
Funeral Services for Robert E. Walker will be held on Monday, November 6th at 11:00 AM at the St. Marys Methodist Church, 140 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Rev Chris Kindle, officiating. Military Honors will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Sunday, November 5, 2023, from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Memorial Contributions would be appreciated for the St. Marys Methodist Church, 140 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA or St. Marys Ambulance Service, 773 Johnsonburg Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 or Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Ave, DuBois, PA 15801.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Madeline C. Holtz, 76, a loving mother and grandmother, of 609 West Washington Street, Bradford, PA passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.
Born November 25, 1946, in Erie, she was a daughter of the late Leo T. and Dorothy (Skokowski) Sebunia.
She graduated from Academy High School in 1965 and later attended Erie Business School.
Madeline worked at General Electric in Erie, and later for the United States Forestry Service in Marshburg.
Floyd W. GEIGER, 92, of Andrews Settlement, PA, died Monday, October 30, 2023 in UPMC Hamot, Erie.
Born May 11, 1931, in Quakertown, he was the son of Harry Peter and Carrie Louise Yost Geiger.
A Korean War Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1952 – 1954. He was employed by American Olean Tile in Lansdale, operating the kilns and ultimately becoming a machinist. He was married to Alice Jane Capehart. They resided in Trumbauersville, Landsdale, and Tylersport, where they raised their two daughters, Susan and Lori.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 10/25/2023 to EQT ARO LLC in McIntyre Township, Lycoming county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department.
Brayden Cosper, a junior from Smethport, is the Seneca Highlands CTC engineering student of the week. He is the newest member of our Occupational Advisory Committee.
Brayden is taking Jamestown Community College courses two CTC afternoons each week. He is completing Introduction to Solidworks and Engineering Drawing Using Autocad. Additionally, Brayden is taking four dual enrollment courses at Smethport for University of Pittsburgh Bradford credits. They are English Composition, Pre-Calculus, American Political Process and Introduction to Environmental.
Brayden consistently displays a great work ethic and leadership in our engineering shop. He is also a member of the National Honor Society.
At 4:22 PM on Wednesday, Bradford Area Firefighters have been dispatched to stand by at Derrick City Fire Station for a possible response to a commercial fire alarm at ARG on North Kendall Avenue.
On October 31st, 2023 at approximately 8:53 PM, following a domestic dispute, Cuba Police arrested Ernest R. Walters (38) of Cuba. Walters was arrested on charges of harassment 2nd (Violation), endangering the welfare of a child (Misdemeanor), menacing 2nd (Misdemeanor) and unlawful imprisonment 2nd (Misdemeanor). Walters was processed, placed in front of a judge and released to appear at a later date. Walters is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
HARRISBURG, Pa. (November 1) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) reminds boaters, anglers, and hunters that beginning today, the annual cold weather life jacket requirement is in effect.
From November 1 through April 30, boaters are required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket while underway or at anchor on boats less than 16 feet in length or on any kayak, canoe, or paddleboard. The requirement applies to all Pennsylvania waters.
“Outdoor opportunities are still plentiful during the fall and winter seasons, and many people are still enjoying the water, whether paddling, fishing, waterfowl hunting, or taking a scenic foliage tour,” said Ryan Walt, PFBC Boating and Watercraft Safety Manager. “Boaters should be aware that water temperatures begin to drop rapidly at this time of year, and even on sunny days when air temperatures are comfortable and warm, the water is already cold enough to cause cold water shock, hypothermia, and put your life at risk. A life jacket can keep your head above water until help arrives.”
At 11:42 AM on Wednesday, Fillmore & Short Tract Fire Depts. have been dispatched to Davis Road & County Road 15 for a structure fire. Wiscoy-Rossburg tanker dispatched. Address is 10674 Davis Rd. in Town of Granger.
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will host the third annual World Energy Storage Conference Nov. 5-8, when scientists, engineers and policymakers from around the world will assemble.
The international conference will be held in the George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building.
The conference is being organized by Dr. Behnaz “Beth” Rezaie, assistant professor of mechanical engineering technology at Pitt-Bradford, with assistance from Pitt-Bradford faculty, staff and engineering students.
“We’re very excited to host this prestigious conference, which is bringing some of the world’s leading energy storage experts to Pitt-Bradford,” said Rick Esch, Pitt-Bradford’s president. “As the home of the Harry R. Halloran Jr./ARG Energy Institute, Pitt-Bradford is the perfect location where these professionals will discuss the challenges of and opportunities in energy storage.”
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) applauded a decision by the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court Wednesday voiding Pennsylvania’s entrance into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a multi-state energy tax program that would have increased the costs on Pennsylvanians to heat their homes and turn on the lights.
