One Vehicle Crash on Rt. 417
On February 19 at 10:20 pm Westons Mills Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to Rt 417 for a vehicle into a pole crash
February 2024
St. Marys Dispatched To Structure Fire
On February 19, at 9:55 pm St. Marys Fire Dept. was dispatched to Flower Valley Rd. for a dryer fire with flames and smoke showing
Motor Vehicle Accident In Lafayette Twp.
On February 19 at 9:50 pm Lafayette Fire and Bradford City Ambulance were dispatched to 27 Old Tower Rd for a motor vehicle accident.
John Eugene Robbins, age 76, of Middlebury Center, PA
John Eugene Robbins, age 76, of Middlebury Center, PA passed away at home on Sunday, February 18, 2024.
Born January 23, 1948 in Wellsboro, PA, he was the son of the late John H. and Clara L. (McVannan) Robbins.
John was the owner of Willie’s Bar in Osceola for many years until his retirement.
His favorite pastime was fishing.
He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Mary E. (Flynn); daughter, Cathy and Bob Williamson and two granddaughters, Tatianna Castellino and Abigail Hurler.
John was preceded in death by his daughter, Amy Robbins.
Per his wishes there will be no services.
A Celebration of John’s life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Dennis R. Moyer, age 81, of Sabinsville, PA
Dennis R. Moyer, age 81, of Sabinsville, PA the son of the late Glenn E. and Cora B. (Benjamin) Moyer.
Dennis married Judith A. Bartoo, they shared 55 years together.
He retired in 2004 from the Dresser-Rand after 32-plus years of service.
He enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Judy; daughter, Roxanne K. Sabins of Wellsville, NY; son, Michael R. (Connie) Moyer of Sabinsville; grandson, William E. (Nancy) Cole and five great-grandchildren.
Per his wishes there will be no services at this time.
Burial will be in Sabinsville Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Bradford Dispatched For Possible Building Fire
At 6:57 PM on Monday, Bradford Firefighters have been dispatched for a possible building fire at 2 Kiwanis Court, 2C. Caller reports smell of burning plastic in a bedroom.
Knights of Columbus PA Central West Regional Free Throw Champions
The PA Knights of Columbus Central West Region held their annual regional free throw competition at Our Lady of Peace School in Erie, PA. This event included contestants, boys and girls ages 9 through 14 from 16 districts in the region.
Pennsylvania District # 157 comprises the following local Knights of Columbus councils: Bradford, Coudersport, Eldred, and Galeton attended the event.
In the 11-year-old girls’ division Arica Wright (4th from right in photo) represented the Coudersport council from District 157 and won her age division. Arica will be advancing to the Knights of Columbus Pennsylvania State Free Throw Championship on Saturday, March 9th.
Photo (front l-r):
14-year-old boys’ winner Nicolas Natoli – Clearfield council 409
13-year-old boys’ winner Dominic Natoli – Clearfield council 409
12-year-old boys’ winner JT Natoli – Clearfield council 409
11-year-old boys’ winner David Welch – Grove City council 3658
10-year-old boys’ winner Jude Osborn – Grove City council 3658
9-year-old boys’ winner Brady Hoover – DuBois council 519
9-year-old girls’ winner Payton Crider – Edinboro council 6191
10-year-old girls’ winner Nellie Sawin – Albion council 3979
11-year-old girls’ winner Arica Wright – Coudersport council 1355
12-year-old girls’ winner Aryana McCleary – DuBois council 519
13-year-old girls’ winner Alyssa Natoli – Clearfield council 409
14-year-old girls’ winner Madison Osborn – Grove City council 3658
2nd row l-r:
David Spacht, PA State Warden
Kenneth Grugel, Past PA State Deputy
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Doug Flemin, PA Central West Free Throw Chairman
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Coudersport Knights of Columbus council # 1355
Douglas M. Koenig, 61, of Maple Avenue, Allegany, NY
Allegany- Douglas Mark Koenig
Douglas M. Koenig of Maple Avenue, Allegany, NY passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at the Buffalo VA following a short illness.
Doug was born on November 25, 1962, in Rochester and was the son of Donald G. and Louise Williams Koenig.
Doug was a 1980 graduate of Salamanca High School. He enlisted and served in the US Army for 3 years. Doug worked at several restaurants as a Chef in Rochester before moving to Olean where he continued to work as a Chef at the Seneca Allegany Casino in Salamanca for 10 years. Doug was currently working at Home Depot. Doug was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Webster and the Knights Templar in Rochester. He was an avid Buffalo Bills fan.
Michael R. SUCHOCKI, 80, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Boyertown and Gilbertsville
Michael R. SUCHOCKI, 80, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Boyertown and Gilbertsville, died Wednesday, February 14, 2024 in Roswell Park, Buffalo, NY.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park, Pottstown.
Born October 7, 1943, in Philadelphia, he was the son of John and Catherine Ruskie Suchocki. On September 22, 2008, in Wellsboro, he married Joan M. KappensteinYoung, who survives. A graduate of Mount Carmel High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1961 – 1965 during the Vietnam War. He was employed as a prison guard at SCI Graterford and the Potter County Jail.
Rochelle Huet Laird, 57, of St. Marys and formerly of the Philippines
Rochelle Huet Laird, 57, of St. Marys and formerly of the Philippines, passed away peacefully at Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport on Friday, February 16, 2024.
She was born June 8, 1966 in Bulan, Sorsogon, Philippines, daughter of the late Artemio and Sophia Magante Huet. On September 24, 1988 in Cherry Point, NC, she married William T. Laird, who survives.
Gerald I. “Fuzzy” Fiske II, 39, of Shinglehouse, PA
Gerald I. Fiske II
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Gerald I. “Fuzzy” Fiske II, 39, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away with his loving family by his side on Friday, February 16, 2024, in Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle collision on February 6, 2024.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Donald L. HOCKENBERRY, 81, of Scio, NY
Donald L. HOCKENBERRY, 81, of Scio, NY, died Monday, February 19, 2024, in Jones Memorial Hospital.
Born July 7, 1942, in Altoona, he was the son of David and Margaret Harris Hockenberry. On April 2, 1977, in Lewiston, he married the former Eileen J. Young, who predeceased him on February 14, 2021. He was employed by the Youngstown School District as a janitor.
Debra L. Caskey, 62, of Bradford, PA
Debra L. Caskey, 62, of Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born on May 22, 1961, in Olean, NY, she was the daughter of the late Donald E. and Mary E. (Lindy) Crattie.
She was a 1979 graduate at Bradford High School. She then attended the University of Pitt-Bradford, and later main campus, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in English.
On July 3, 1993, in the First Presbyterian Church, she married Steve R. Caskey, who survives.
Deb worked for Morgan Optical, Seneca Optical, and retired as an Optician at Gateway Ophthalmology.
She was a member of the American Legion Post 108 Auxiliary, and the Pine Acres Country Club. Deb loved to spend time with her family and attend her children’s activities.
Al Mack Van Orden, Jr., 77, of 28 Hall Road, Derrick City, PA
Al Mack Van Orden, Jr., 77, of 28 Hall Road, Derrick City, PA passed away, Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Pavilion at BRMC.
Born October 27, 1946, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Al Mack and E. Jeanne (Schoolmaster) Van Orden, Sr. He was a 1964 graduate of Bradford High School.
He married the love of his life, Diana C. (Campbell) VanOrden on February 14, 1998. She preceded him in death on January 21, 2021.
He was a member of the Foster Township Police Department from 1976 to 1980. He served as Deputy Sheriff of Pratt County KS. from 1980 to 1985. He also drove truck for many years locally and over the road. He was a Briggs and Stratton Master Mechanic last working for Burt Young Sales.
He loved to hunt, fish, and attended Foster Township meetings. He was a life member of the Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department.
Air Medical Reports Possible Structure Fire
At 5:53 PM on Monday, a medical helicopter has reported a possible structure fire on Champlin Hollow Road in Ceres Township. Shinglehouse Fire Dept. has been dispatched. Heavy fire & smoke is reported.
RECALLED. Controlled burn.
Uhl and Fitch Families at Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Young Kohlson Uhl proudly hauled a red fox off the truck tailgate and ran it over to the weigh station at the Rolfe Beagle Club. He already knew the routine and spewed out answers to the questions he knew we were going to ask, “My Dad shot this red fox at 4:00 Saturday morning. We were hunting public lands in Elk County. My Dad used an electronic call and he shoots a .223 rifle!” Kohlson was out of breath because he had spit all his words out at once. Bryan and Kohlson’s male red fox weighed in at 12.2#. Congratulations, Bryan and Kohlson Uhl. We love to see families hunting together.
Shortly later, Tyler Fitch showed up with his 10.8# female gray fox, and three young sons, Anthony, Cooper, and Chase. Anthony did the honors and hauled the gray fox over to the weigh station. “My Dad missed the other one,” he volunteered. Tyler harvested his gray fox on public lands in Warren County near 7:30 pm on Saturday. He used an electronic call and shoots a 12-gauge. Anthony volunteered again, “I get to go after I have one more birthday.” Tyler and Anthony will make a good predator hunting father-son duo.
Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Crow Hunt will take place in September 2024.
Irene C. “Cookie” Nussbaum, 79, of 258 West Creek Road, St. Marys, PA
Irene C. “Cookie” Nussbaum, 79, of 258 West Creek Road, St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Penn Highlands Elk, with her family by her side.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Robert M. Buckheit, 78, of Port Allegany, PA
Robert M. Buckheit, 78, of Port Allegany, PA died Sunday (February 18, 2024) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Tractor-Trailer Rollover on Brookland Road in Ulysses Twp.
At 2:10 PM on Monday, Ulysses Fire & EMS were dispatched to Brookland Road for a tractor-trailer overturned.
2:35 PM–Extrication complete. Ambulance is transporting a 55 Year old male to Cole Helipad. Air medical is en route to UPMC Cole.
Robert J. Dean, 89, of 7796 Rte. 417, Bolivar, NY
Robert J. Dean: Loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather
Robert J. Dean, 89, of 7796 Rte. 417, Bolivar, NY passed away peacefully Monday, February 19, 2024 at home with family by his side.
Born on August 20, 1934, in Alma, he was the son of the late James and Mildred Cline Dean. On September 27, 1953, in Oswayo, he married the former Frances A. Sturdevant and together they shared the next 70 years together.
Bob was a graduate of Allentown High School. He served in the United States Army and also served in the United States Army Reserves.
He owned and operated Bob’s Auto Body Shop in Bolivar for fifty years from 1970 until his retirement in 2020.
Bob was a member of the Bolivar United Methodist Church, Macedonia Lodge 258 F&AM, the Coudersport Consistory, the Ismailia Shriners, and the Empire State Towing and Recovery Association. He had served on the Advisory Board at Alfred State College for the Auto body/Automotive Technical Program, and had served as President of the Southern tier Auto Body Association in the 1970’s.
Cuba, NY Domestic Dispute Results In Charges
Cuba Police Department
On February 18th, 2024 at approximately 1:00AM, following a report of a domestic dispute, Cuba Police arrested Andrew P. Beckendorf (40) of Cuba, NY.
Beckendorf was arrested on charges of harassment 2nd (Violation), endangering the welfare of a child (Misdemeanor), criminal mischief 4th (Misdemeanor) and obstruction of governmental administration (2 Counts, Misdemeanors).
Beckendorf was processed and issued an appearance ticket to appear at a later date. Beckendorf is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The YWCA of Bradford is closed today
YWCA Bradford
The YWCA of Bradford is closed today, Monday, February 19, 2024. If you need to reach a program, please call the following on-call numbers for each department.
Housing and Employment Services: 1-814-331-8280
Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Program: 1-814-331-6487
Victims’ Resource Center: 1-888-822-6325
Port Allegany Ambulance to N. Main Street
At 12:33 PM on Monday, Port Allegany ambulance was called to North Main Street for chest pain.
Donald E. Richardson, 76, of Shinglehouse, PA
Donald E. Richardson “Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Hero”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA — Donald E. Richardson, 76, of Shinglehouse, PA, but a nomad at heart, went home to be with the Lord with his loving family by his side in his home on Saturday, February 17, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on Thursday, March 6, 1947, in Bozeman, Montana, a son of Harold E. and Kathleen Lutes Richardson. In July of 1978, in Kalispell, Montana, he married Catherine S. “Scottie” Lightner, who survives.
Don was a graduate of Belgrade High School in Belgrade, Montana, and was a graduate of The College of Santa Fe, New Mexico, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Education. He also received his pilot’s license at age 17.
Don was a US Army veteran having served in the Vietnam War for 19 months. During his military career, Don was awarded two Air Medals, which are the equivalent of Bronze Stars. He flew just under 1,000 combat hours as a crew chief. He attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. After the war, he joined the US Army Special Forces (Airborne) and later served in the US National Guard.
After 20 plus years working in accounting, Don changed careers to pursue his passion and became a history teacher. He taught social studies for 18 years in New Mexico and North Carolina. He retired from teaching at Southern Lee High School in Sanford, NC in 2014.
Don was a member of Crosstown Alliance Church in Shinglehouse. He enjoyed history, writing, and traveling. Don’s greatest love was his family.
Pauline V. Barner, 103, of Warren, PA
Pauline Virginia Barner
Pauline V. Barner, 103, of Warren, PA died on Saturday February 17, 2024, in her home at the Rouse Suites, Youngsville, PA.
She was born in Tiona, PA on October 12, 1920, the daughter of the late William McClellan and Pearl Duchaine. Pauline was a lifelong resident of Warren and worked as a teacher’s aide for Warren County School District and at Sylvania Electric Wire Division. She also was a nanny for many local families of the Warren area. Pauline was former member of Tiona United Methodist Church and the First Methodist Church in Warren.
On December 23, 1940, she married Raymond R. Barner in Warren, he passed on August 9, 1979.
District Attorney and McKean County Law Enforcement Remember Patrolman Steve Jerman
(McKean County, February 19, 2024): McKean County Law Enforcement pays tribute to the memory of Patrolman Steve Jerman, who made the ultimate sacrifice 25 years ago while serving with the Kane Borough Police Department.
On February 20, 1999, during a traffic stop, Patrolman Jerman was tragically shot and killed.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer: “Today, we remember and honor Patrolman Stephen M. Jerman, whose name has become synonymous with heroic sacrifice. As we mark this solemn anniversary, our thoughts and prayers are with his family. In commemoration of this dedicated officer, the McKean County District Attorney’s Office and the McKean County Law Enforcement community express profound respect and appreciation. We solemnly vow to never forget Patrolman Steven Jerman’s sacrifice and the mark he left on our community.”
Property Tax/Rent Rebate Clinics resume this week in Emporium, Eldred and Galeton
PA State Rep. Martin Causer
Our Property Tax/Rent Rebate Clinics resume this week in Emporium, Eldred and Galeton. Please stop by for free assistance!
Income eligibility limits for the program increased this year to $45,000 for both homeowners and renters, so if you were earning too much to qualify before, you may be eligible now. Remember to exclude 50% of Social Security when determining your income. We also increased the maximum rebate to $1,000.
The program is open to residents age 65 years and older; widows and widowers 50 years and older; and people with disabilities 18 years and older.
For a full schedule of events and link to a list of documents you should bring with you to file for the rebate, visit www.RepCauser.com/Events.
Cuba, NY Man Charged After Domestic with Weapon
Cuba Police Department
On February 17th, 2024 at approximately 8:47PM, following a report of a domestic dispute with a weapon, Cuba Police arrested Harvey J. Honeck (80) of Cuba, NY. Honeck was arrested on charges of harassment 2nd (Violation), menacing 2nd (Misdemeanor) and reckless endangerment 2nd (Misdemeanor). Honeck was processed and issued an appearance ticket to appear at a later date. Honeck is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Firefighters Battled Bolivar House Fire on Sunday
Firefighters from Bolivar & several mutual aid companies battled this house fire on South Main Street for hours on Sunday. Route 417 was closed for the duration of the operation.
