On January 18 at 6:20 pm Kane Fire and Ambulance and Mt. Jewett Ambulance were dispatched to North Fraley St. in front of the Dollar General for a two vehicle crash with two patients for evaluation vehicles are blocking the roadway
Laurel Health is pleased to announce that Hamza Mir, MD, has joined the Wellsboro Laurel Health Center, located at 7 Water St. in Wellsboro, PA. He is accepting new patients of all ages.
Dr. Mir is board certified in family medicine and is passionate about assuring patients have access to the care they need, especially when it comes to managing their mental health and chronic conditions. He has extensive experience providing clinical treatment and preventive care, including global outreach through the Canadian charity Meningitis Relief Canada in Toronto, Canada, and infectious disease prevention at a field hospital in Casablanca, Morocco.
Gabriel F. Alvino, 81, of Warren, PA., and formerly of Shelby, N.C., died Wednesday morning, January 17, 2024, after a brief illness. He was born September 12, 1942, in Bradford, PA.
He had resided most of his life in the Youngsville, PA., area.
He was employed for 27 years with the former Inter Royal Deluxe Metal, retiring from there in 1998.
Nora Quereshi (nee Knapp), 85, of Chatfield, MN, formerly of Bradford, passed away Monday, January 15, 2024, at Chosen Valley Care Center, in Chatfield, MN.
Born April 21, 1938, in Bradford, she was the daughter of the late Corwin and Grace (Mortland) Knapp. She was a 1956 graduate of Bradford High School and attended the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor where she met and married her former husband, Mohammed Y. Quereshi.
Nora and her husband raised their family of four children in Milwaukee, WI. She was a loving and devoted mother, and provided caring and support throughout her life. She nurtured her children’s involvement in music, athletics, and many other pursuits. After the children were older, she completed an apprenticeship and worked as a journeyman micrographics technician for Valley Micro Forms and then at the Wisconsin Electric Company for many years.
Judith L. Pearman, 66, of 838 South Avenue, Bradford, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024, at the Buffalo General Medical Center.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
WARREN – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is hosting a virtual Information Session on Tuesday, February 27 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. This event is designed to welcome anyone who may be thinking about applying to NPRC or registering for a workforce development opportunity in the future. Those interested in attending are encouraged to sign up on NPRC’s website at NPRCEvents.org.
Attendees will learn about the College’s history and mission, receive information and resources regarding tuition rates and how to pay for college, along with more details about NPRC’s offerings. Assistant Director of Community Engagement Kelsey Angove shares, “NPRC can be someone’s clear pathway towards chance at college, the step for a better life for themselves and their family, or a way to reinvent themselves in a new industry or trade. NPRC has something to offer almost anyone, no matter what stage of life they may be at. If you’re interested in completing a degree, earning credentials through a trade, exploring a passion through a community enrichment class, or are just curious about what we do, this is the perfect opportunity to learn about us. We look forward to welcoming you to NPRC!”
NPRC creates opportunities for those who may have never had the chance to sit in a college classroom before by only requiring a high school diploma or equivalent to apply. NPRC educates, inspires, and serves the region in a way that is unique to its needs. We are more than a college; we are a second chance, a necessity, and an opportunity where learning and growth never stops.
| PA Permit Violation Issued to APOLLO RESOURCES LLC in Clearfield Township, Cambria County |
| Description: Administrative violation issued on 1/12/2024 to APOLLO RESOURCES LLC in Clearfield Township, Cambria county. 78.88(e) – OPERATING WELLS – MECHANICAL INTEGRITY OF OPERATING WELLS – Operator failed to submit an annual report to the Department identifying the compliance status of each well with the mechanical integrity requirements for structurally sound wells in compliance with 25 Pa. Code Section 78.73(c). |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-12 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
At 3:30 PM on Thursday, Mansfield Fire & EMS have been dispatched to East Elmira Street & North Main for a 3 vehicle crash with injuries. One ALS injury reported. Roadway is reported blocked.
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania; January 18, 2024): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a two-day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Andrew Baker, of Eldred, was convicted of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Strangulation, Simple Assault and harassment.
He was found not guilty of an additional count of simple assault and terroristic threats. Testimony at the trial included that of a man and woman from Eldred who testified that Baker had been in a romantic relationship with the woman at the time of the crime. On June 17, 2023, he came to the woman’s house and assaulted the man with a glass device by smashing the device over the man’s head, causing it to shatter. Baker then put the man in a chokehold until he fell unconscious. After the man came to, he realized he was bleeding profusely from his back and realized that the defendant had stabbed him with a shard of glass that was on the floor from the glass device that had shattered.
Here at the Education Council, we have been busy working on a variety of programs for the upcoming months, including the Leadership Potter County (LPC) program. We have been advertising the LPC program over the last several months to encourage participation from a variety of businesses and organizations; however, we have heard from multiple employers that they would like to send one or more employees, but they just don’t have any additional coverage right now.
Based on that feedback along with the small number of applicants that we received, we have decided that it is in the best in interest of the LPC program to postpone the beginning of the program until January 2025 with the hope that more individuals will be able to participate at that time. We want to ensure that we can provide a valuable experience for each participant and having a large enough group for healthy discussions, etc. is a key component of the program.
We look forward to opening registration for LPC 2025 this Fall! Watch for that announcement.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
241 PM EST Thu Jan 18 2024
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 10 PM EST
FRIDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4
inches.
* WHERE…Potter, Montour, Northumberland and Columbia Counties.
* WHEN…From 1 AM to 10 PM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions will impact the morning commute and perhaps the
evening commute as well.
| JKLM ENERGY LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Lawrence Twp Township |
| Description: JKLM ENERGY LLC reports drilling started on 1/18/2024 at site TSF12 1HU in Lawrence Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-18 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| JKLM ENERGY LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Lawrence Twp Township |
| Description: JKLM ENERGY LLC reports drilling started on 1/18/2024 at site TSF12 2HU in Lawrence Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-18 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
Just before 1700 hours Tuesday, our crew was alerted to assist Cuba on the 2nd alarm assignment. Chief 501, Engine 2, and Tanker 7 responded with full crews and assisted on scene with suppression and overhaul operations. Multiple agencies made quick work of the fire but unfortunately the home was a total loss. Our thoughts are with the family.
The Potter County Education Council, Tri-Co Connections, the Potter County Human Services Area Agency on Aging, and our local school districts are continuing to team up to implement a county-wide program called Seniors 2 Seniors. This program teaches basic computer skills, digital literacy, and cybersecurity to senior citizens so that they have the skills and knowledge to utilize the many benefits of high-speed Internet. As a part of this program, local high school students volunteer to provide on-site support to each of the adults who participate in the course.
The Seniors 2 Seniors technology course is being offered at the Ulysses Senior Center on Wednesdays, March 6 – April 10, 2024, from 12:45 – 2:15 p.m. This course will also be offered in Galeton on Wednesdays, April 17 – May 22, 2024. The registration deadline for the Ulysses course is Wednesday, February 28th. Register yourself, a parent, or grandparent by calling (814) 274-4877 or by stopping by the Potter County Education Council office at 5 Water Street in Coudersport.
Harold G. “Stub” McCUTCHEON, 82, of Westfield, PA, died Wednesday, January 17, 2024 in his home.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Monday, January 22, 2024 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 2:00 PM. Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Whites Corners Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
A complete obituary will be announced.
Ruby Royston Bishop Riley Sample, affectionately known as “Roy”, of Smethport, passed away Monday, January 15th, 2024 at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on October 31, 1926 in Basingstoke, England, the daughter of Gerald J M Riley and Ruby Bishop Riley. She met the love of her life, Lt. Col. James C Sample when he was stationed in England. Jimmy returned home to PA and waited on Ruby to join him. They married on February 13, 1947.
Ruby was a military wife, traveled all over the United Stated and Europe, and finally settled back in Smethport. She was employed as an accountant with HG German Seed Co. of Smethport. She loved to play bridge with her friends and in her day was an avid golfer. Don’t ask her if she wanted a spot of tea. Her answer would have shown on her face….. absolutely not!
She is survived by:
Karen S. Hyde-Kelley, 59, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Tuesday (January 16, 2024) at UPMC-Williamsport.
She was born November 28, 1964 in Wilkinsburg, PA, the daughter of John and Viola (Zettle) Hyde.
On July 28, 2003, in Smethport, she married Alan Kelley, who survives.
Karen was a graduate of Wilkinsburg Schools and attended University of Pittsburgh, Bradford, receiving her degree as a registered nurse.
She worked at UPMC-Cole in Coudersport as an RN. She then worked in sales at home on Etsy and eBay.
Karen enjoyed being outdoors and spending time “outback” at her home, camping and walks as well as spending time with her dog, “Waldo” and her bird, “Maclead” .
Brandon J. Shepker, of Coudersport Pennsylvania, and a former resident of Bucktown Pennsylvania, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at 39 years of age.
He was born on July 20, 1984, in Montgomery County. He was the son of Diane M. Shepker (nee Lynch) of Pennsylvania and James R. Shepker of North Carolina.
Brandon was an extremely diligent and hard worker from a young age. He was very mechanically inclined and could fix just about anything. This paired with his strong sense of entrepreneurship drove him in the direction of owning his own landscaping business from his mid-teens into early adulthood in the Bucktown area.
As a student of Owen J. Roberts High School graduating class of 2002. Brandon was also involved in the DECA program and won many awards using the business platform he used for his landscaping business.
Brandon’s love for the mountains led him to Potter County, Pa where he then established himself and began a new business venture. Brandon was the owner and operator of Baker Creek Enterprises, LLC located in Coudersport, Pa. Baker Creek Enterprises, LLC was a full-service auto repair shop that also serviced many local municipalities in the area. Additionally, Brandon’s business provided a 24-hour towing service, PA State Inspections and welding services. All of these skills that Brandon obtained and used throughout his life were all self-taught.
At 10:00 AM on Thursday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been called to the Health enter for a man ill.
At 9:56 AM on Thursday, Galeton Fire & EMS have been dispatched to 27 Pine Lane in Gaines for a vehicle over the embankment with one person confined.
“beloved father, son, and brother”
David Wade Garland, 48, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, in Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY.
Born on Thursday, July 17, 1975 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Donald Wade and Jacqueline D. “Jacqui” Jones Garland.
David was a graduate of Bolivar High School in Bolivar, NY. He attended and graduated from Finger Lakes Community College. He next attended The Ranger School in Wanakena for two years. David completed his Bachelor’s degree in Forestry at the State University of NY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.
David worked in construction in Bolivar, Shinglehouse, and Geneva, NY. He was a talented roofer. After graduating from The Ranger School and SUNY College of ESF, David was an expert timber value specialist. After completing his college degrees, he worked for LandVest Forestry in Vermont, Western Massachusetts, and Eastern New York State. Sadly David suffered a massive heart attack ending his career as a forester.
Karen L. Chiodo, 65, of Warren, PA, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, in her home. A complete obituary will be published when available.
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Terry L. Bryant, age 68, of Wellsboro, PA, died suddenly on Friday, January 5, 2024.
He was born on February 12, 1955 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Harold W. and Eloise M. (Hoyt) Bryant and was married to Sheila L. (Locey) Bryant.
Terry was the owner and broker of Penn Oak Realty, Inc. of Wellsboro, PA and was former Penn. Dot county manager. Terry was a founding member, life member and the current Chairman of the Board for Keystone Elk Country Alliance (KECA), past board member and life member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, member and Past Master of Tioga Lodge # 373 F & AM, member of the Wellsboro Lions Club, GROW, Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce, and a former Boy Scout leader for 20 years.
