Investigation Ongoing For Theft In Harrison Twp.
November 2023
Harry Fox Sr., 84, Odin, PA
September 30, 1939 – November 25, 2023
ODIN, PA—-Harry Fox Sr. passed away at his home in Odin on Saturday, November 25, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Born in Spangler, PA he moved to Odin, PA after his father was discharged from the Army following WWII. He attended the Austin School, leaving there in the 10th grade when he believed there “was nothing more they could teach him”.
On November 22, 1957 he married his wife Blanche “Peg” Garman who survives. Harry enlisted in the US Army in 1958, serving time in Germany and stateside where he was in the Operating Engineers 535th. Following his honorable discharge from the Army, he became a lifetime member of the Operating Engineers Local 66 where he operated heavy equipment. Throughout his life, he also had several side businesses including K&B Construction and was a local dealer for Harmon Wood Stoves and Mahoning/Freedom Outdoor furnaces.
House Fire on Rt. 46
At 12:55 PAM on Tuesday, Otto, Rew & Smethport Fire Depts. have been dispatched to 1963 Rt. 46 for an electrical fire in a bathroom ceiling.
Motor Vehicle Accident On North Fork Rd.
On November 27 at 7:49 pm Ulysses, Westfield, and Harrison were dispatched to 5078 North Fork Rd. for a motor vehicle accident with unknown vehicles and unknown injuries.
Deer Hunter Shares Unique Story about His Deer Harvest on the Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative, McKean County
Deer hunters appear to be having good success within the Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative (KQDC) this year with the good weather; snow is even predicted later this week. But a Bradford man is having even better luck. A couple of years back, Jason Tingley of Bradford won a deer rifle from the raffle that all hunters get to enter by registering a deer at the KQDC Check Stations. Jason picked out a caliber of his choice at Tall Tales Sports in Russell.
Car Vs. Deer Crash On Rt. 49
On November 27 at 7:27 pm Westfield and Knoxville were dispatched to a car vs. deer crash on 4528 Rt. 49 with possibly one injury
David Amacher, 64, of Ridgway, PA
David Amacher, 64, of Ridgway, PA died on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at West Penn Hospital.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Home, Ridgway.
Linda J. (Day) Sticklin, age 75, of Wellsboro, PA
Linda J. (Day) Sticklin, age 75, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, November 26, 2023.
She was born on May 9, 1948 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late Gerald and Naomi (Wilson) Day and was married for 57 years to John E. Sticklin.
Linda was employed for 45 years by Lancaster Dairy Herd Improvement Assoc. as a milk tester and had driven school bus for several years. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with children.
Thomas A. Krise, Sr., 85, of Ridge Road, Kersey, PA
Thomas A. Krise, Sr., 85, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of Ridge Road, Kersey, PA passed away peacefully Monday, November 27, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home with his son by his side.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Coudersport Dispatched For Natural Gas Leak
At 5:30 PM on Monday, Coudersport Fire & EMS have been dispatched to 14 Woodlawn Avenue for a gas leak outside.
Announcing Leadership Potter County 2024
Leadership Potter County is a great opportunity for residents from throughout Potter County to learn about themselves, participate in collaborative experiences and engage in opportunities to become more civic minded.
What do you think makes a good leader? Do you see yourself in a leadership role in the near future or sometime during your career? Do you want to have an impact on the communities where you live and work?
Heavy lake effect snow expected.
Lake Effect Snow Warning issued November 27 at 10:48AM EST until November 29 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow
accumulations of 8 to 16 inches in the most persistent lake
snows with local amounts up to 20 inches across the Chautauqua
Ridge. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will produce areas of
blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE…Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie
counties. Heaviest lake effect snows will remain well south of
the Buffalo Metro area.
* WHEN…Until 7 AM EST Wednesday.
Coudersport Ambulance to Old Hickory
At 4:00 PM on Monday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to the Old Hickory on Main Street for a person fallen.
State Police Report 979 Crashes, 542 DUI Arrests Over the Thanksgiving Holiday
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) today released its annual Thanksgiving Holiday Crash and Enforcement report. During the Thanksgiving travel period of November 22–26, PSP investigated 979 vehicle crashes resulting in four fatalities. Alcohol was a factor in 73 crashes.
Troopers arrested 542 individuals for driving under the influence and issued more than 10,000 speeding citations over the five-day holiday weekend. Troopers also issued 1,187 citations for failing to wear a seat belt and 133 citations for not securing children in safety seats.
Table 1: Thanksgiving Weekend Crash Data
| Year | Total Crashes | Fatal Crashes | People Killed | People Injured | Alcohol-Related Crashes | Alcohol-Related Fatal Crashes |
| 2023 (5 days) | 979 | 4 | 4 | 197 | 73 | 0 |
| 2022 (5 days) | 970 | 1 | 1 | 196 | 48 | 0 |
Table 2: Thanksgiving Weekend Enforcement Data
| Year | DUI Arrests | Speeding Citations | Child Seat Citations | Seat Belt Citations | Other Citations |
| 2023 (5 days) | 542 | 10,590 | 133 | 1,187 | 18,870 |
| 2022 (5 days) | 539 | 9,252 | 138 | 1,088 | 15,887 |
More information on 2023 Thanksgiving enforcement, broken down by troop, is available here.
These statistics cover only those incidents investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police and do not include incidents to which other law enforcement agencies responded.
Bradford Area United Way Campaigns Heating Up
November 28, 2023 — The United Way of the Bradford Area is making a final call to action as it enters the last month of its “Stronger Together, Building a Better Community” fundraising campaign. With just nearly 30 days remaining, the organization is urging the community to unite and contribute to creating a positive impact on the region.
Joyce L. HANES, 87, of Westfield, PA
Joyce L. HANES, 87, of Westfield, PA, passed away Friday, November 24, 2023 in her home.
Born August 31, 1936, in Potter Brook, she was the daughter of Earl Clifton and Goldie L. Glover Houghtaling. She was married to Frank H. Hanes, who predeceased her in 1988.
Joyce was a homemaker and a lifelong area resident.
Jeanette C. Matto, 86, formerly of 20 South Second St., Bradford, PA
Jeanette C. Matto, 86, formerly of 20 South Second St., Bradford, PA passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com