Potter County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council Meeting
Scheduled for today – January 9th 2024 – has been Cancelled.
A make-up meeting will be scheduled in the near future, and all will be advised.
Thank you everyone – stay home – keep warm – and stay safe.
***WORKING FIRE***
Box 3-2 was dispatched at 2:12 this afternoon for a house fire on North Main Street in the Borough. Chief 310 arrived to find a working fire in a single-family residence and requested a second alarm. Engine 3 arrived and went to work securing their own water supply, stretching a hose line to the interior of the house, initiating a search, and placing ground ladders. Squad 3 and Rescue 3 arrived soon after and assisted with fire attack. Fire was found on the first floor and basement and a family dog was rescued from the house. Units from Roulette, Smethport, Eldred Boro, and Coudersport assisted on scene with overhaul.
Weather related on I-86 both directions west of NY State Line/ PA State Line, entire length within the state of Pennsylvania (Mina) All lanes open effective 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 9,
the following vehicles are not permitted on affected roadways: Tractors without trailers; Tractors towing unloaded or lightly loaded enclosed, trailers, open trailers or tank trailers; Tractors towing unloaded or lightly loaded tandem trailers; Tractors towing loaded tandem trailers without chains or Alternate Traction Devices (ATDs); Enclosed unloaded or lightly loaded cargo delivery trucks/box trucks that meet the definition of a CMV; Passenger vehicles (cars, SUV’s, pickup trucks, etc.) towing trailers; Recreational vehicles/motorhomes; School buses, commercial buses and motor coaches, regardless of the availability of trains or ATDs; and Motorcycles.
At 9:53 AM on Tuesday, Bradford Township Fire & City Ambulance have been dispatched to a 3 vehicle crash on Rt. 219 North at the Owens Way. One vehicle is reported on fire. Everyone is self-extricated.
On January 9 at 5:11 am Galeton, and Germania with Westfield for RIT were dispatched to West Main St. near the Dollar General for a structure fire with flames showing. The Fire has been upgraded to a second alarm Wellsboro, Clymer, Knoxville, Coudersport and Westfield have also been dispatched. The Structure has collapsed and Rt. 6 is closed. Port Allegany dispatched to Coudersport for standby. The Fire Marshal has been called.
At 7:56 PM on Monday, Coudersport ambulance has been called to Route 6 for a fall victim.
At 7:20 PM on Monday, Bradford City Firefighters have been dispatched to a house fire at 221 Congress Street.
At 7:18 PM on Monday, Roulette Ambulance has been dispatched to Hester Avenue for a woman fallen.
Congratulations to the Coudersport Spudgrowers FFA chapter who had 5 members earn their Keystone Degree and 10 earn their FFA jacket! What an outstanding accomplishment! We’re so proud of our FFA. Thank you to Mrs. Kellogg for her support of the program and its students.
Louise Poole, 76, of Custer City, PA passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, surrounded by her family at her residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
James McLaughlin, 84, of Marshburg, PA passed away, Monday, December 25, 2023, at his residence.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, January 11, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave., followed by funeral services at 8:00 PM with Fr. John Jacquel, officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Bette A. Carney, 100, of Bradford, PA, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.Â
Born September 2, 1923, in Laquin, Bradford County, Franklin Township, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Reba (Hurd) King.
She was a 1940 graduate of Bradford High School, and later graduated from Cosmetology School in 1978, and Electrolysis School in Atlanta in 1979.
In June of 1941, she married Leo A. Carney, who preceded her in death on July 4, 1974.
At 5:03 PM on Monday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been called to North Union Street for seizures.
Timothy L. McGuire, 72, of 121 Rutherford Run, Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at The Pavilion at BRMC.Â
Born August 20, 1951, in Bradford, he was a son of the late James R. and Agnes J. (Ralston) McGuire. He was a 1969 graduate of Bradford High School.
On February 1, 1971, he enlisted in the United States Army. He served in Company C 1ST Battalion of the 508th Infantry. He was awarded the National Defense Medal, Parachute Badge, Sharpshooter in the M-16, Expert M-60, M-79 and the 45 CAL. He was honorably discharged on January 31, 1973.
On May 19, 1984, in Bradford, he married Cindy (Himes) McGuire who survives.
Tim had been employed at Dresser Manufacturing for over 40 years, retiring in 2013.
He enjoyed his children, grandchildren, golf, bowling, softball, and life in general.
He was a member of the Pine Acres Country Club, Dresser Softball League, Sherman Refrigeration Men’s Softball Team. He coached Bradford Little League Baseball at Mt. Alton and Custer City and was a Past President of McKean Little League. Tim served as secretary for the Friday Night Bowling League and also the Monday Night League. He also organized sports pools that benefited local children’s organizations.
Dean S. Stewart, 83, formerly of 61 Linwood Ave., Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.
Born April 25, 1940, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Francis L. and Lillian (Carrow) Stewart. He was a 1959 graduate of Bradford High School.
In August of 1966 he enlisted in the United States Army. He served in Korea during the War and was honorably discharged on September 30, 1968.
On November 6, 1966, in Bradford, he married Rose V. (Pessia) Stewart who survives..
Dean had been employed at numerous companies, including Century Home Center, Graham Florist, and he retired as a bus driver for the ATA. Dean enjoyed restoring old cars and spending time with his family.
George L. Songer, 88, formerly of Abbott Road, Bradford, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Chapel Ridge.
Born on November 2, 1935, in Lafayette Township, he was a son of the late LaVerne J. and Anne Loretta (Veroche) Songer.
George graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1953.
On September 15, 1953, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. and received an honorable discharge on September 14, 1956.
On November 19, 1960, in Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church he married Judith L. (Franks) Songer who preceded him in death on September 17, 2013.
Martin W. GEORGE, 66, of Olean, NY, formerly of Ulysses, PA, died Monday, January 8, 2024 in Olean General Hospital. Â
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Adda Jane Anderson, 80, of RIdgway, PA died on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Penn Highlands Dubois after a lengthy illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes.
(McKean County, Pennsylvania)—- January 9th marks Law Enforcement Appreciation Day – a day set aside to recognize the difficult work of our area law enforcement.Â
They sacrifice their time, their own peacefulness, and, sometimes, their lives.
Every day, we should remember our officers and honor those sacrifices.
Their willingness to make those sacrifices at their own peril is exceptional.
But we are lucky that so many McKean County residents do.
No officer knows what his shift will become. Whether a violent domestic incident to a seemingly routine traffic stop – any encounter can turn deadly. Yet they respond as if they have put that knowledge out of their minds.
It is our privilege to work with these officers.
At 3:50 PM on Monday, Shinglehouse ambulance has 2 calls, one on Horse Run Road for a female fall victim and one on Jander Run Road for difficulty breathing.
On January 8 at 2:17 pm Port Allegany, Roulette, Coudersport, Smethport, Bradford City, Allegany, Norwich, and Eldred Fire Depts. were dispatched to 817 Main Street in Port Allegany for a second alarm structure fire
At 1:46 PM on Monday, Roulette Ambulance has been called to Heter Avenue for a woman fallen outside.
Jerry L. JAMES, 67, of Belmont, NY, died on Friday, January 5, 2024 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville. Â
He was born on January 26, 1956 to Millicent (Hale) and Leland James.  In his younger years, he attended several schools in Allegany County.  His father died when he was eight years old.  With his mother unable to care for all of the children, he and his siblings were placed in foster care. Â
Prior to moving to Belmont, he lived at West Seneca Developmental Center.  He eventually came to Belmont to live in a family care home and lastly at his group home on Corbin Hill (31A).  He was happy at his home.  He attended Day Hab on days when able. Jerry loved Elvis and was able to visit Graceland, Michael Jackson, watching M*A*S*H*, dinosaurs, and going for rides in the car. Â
He was friendly to everyone he met.  He would hold out his hand and say, “Hi, I’m Jerry, Jerry James.”  He saw very few of his family, who are spread far and wide in several states.  His caregivers and housemates at ARC were his family.  They were good to him and took good care of him, which was challenging at times.  He will be missed. He was one of fifteen children. Â
