PA Primary Election is Early This Year (April 23)
March 2024
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Wellsville Police arrested William T. Wojehowski, age 37, of Wellsville, charging him with four counts of Menacing a Police Officer (Class D Felony), four counts of Reckless Endangerment 1st (Class D Felony) and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th (Class A Misdemeanor).
The charges stem from an incident that took place on West State Street on March 18th.
Wojehowski was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Justice Thompson. Wojehowski was committed to the Allegany County Jail on $25,000.00 cash bail or $50,000.00 property bond or $250,000.00 partially secured bond. Wojehowski is due back in Wellsville Village Court on April 2nd at 4:30 pm.
Monday, March 25, 2024
Wellsville Police arrested Judd E. Clark, age 32 of Eldred, PA, charging him with Petit Larceny (Class A Misdemeanor) and Resisting Arrest (Class A Misdemeanor). The charges stem from an incident that took place at 7 Eleven. Clark was processed, issued an appearance ticket and released. Clark is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on April 2nd at 4:30 pm.
D-50 Drone Marks 3 Years of Service To Area Communities
NCPA Unmanned Emergency Services – Department 50, Tioga County PA is in Tioga County, Pennsylvania.
3 years ago today, we responded to our first emergency incident, to assist Blossburg Fire & EMS with a search near Arnot.
Since then we’ve responded to over 70 requests in support of fires, flooding, searches, manhunts, damage assessments, and more.
Through the support of community members, emergency responders, and public safety professionals in North Central PA, we’ve updated our drone capabilities, added marine capabilities in the form of an underwater ROV in 2022 and a 16’ boat with side scan sonar in 2023. We’ve built the first of its kind relationship with US Customs & Border Protection’s Air & Marine Ops division, and worked directly with them and Border Patrol operators in 2023. We also focused on next generation recruiting with the addition of a high tech simulator through a grant from the Tioga County Partnership for Community Health. We are a member agency of the newly formed Task Force 81 which includes departments from around the region who have unmanned and remote technology.
A lot has happened in 3 years and we feel proud and fortunate to have the support, partnerships, and trust that we do.
We’re working hard to grow more in 2024 with some projects and plans that are in the works.
Our motto is “Novus Optios”, which simply means “New Options”.
Thank you for the continued support.
Coudersport, Eldred, and Smethport Buchanan Brothers Pharmacy Closing In April
It is with mixed emotions we announce the sale of three of our locations to Rite Aid. It was a decision we did not reach lightly. Due to poor insurance reimbursement, independent pharmacies across the country are being forced to close their doors. Pharmacy organizations representing all sectors of retail pharmacy have been aggressively asking legislators to address these issues with the pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) for quite some time. Unfortunately, they have been slow in taking action. It simply is not a sustainable business model when total reimbursement is less that the costs we pay for medications.
Thank you to everyone in surrounding communities that have supported our business over the years. We appreciate you. It has been our pleasure to take care of your prescription needs.
A huge thank you to ALL of our employees, both past and present. We value each and every one of you. You are what made our business successful for over 40 years.
We are grateful that Rite Aid remains committed to serving rural Pennsylvania and has offered employment to all of our current staff in Potter and McKean counties. No action is required on your part to transfer your prescriptions. All of the prescriptions from our Eldred and Smethport locations will be automatically transferred to Rite Aid in Port Allegany and all of the prescriptions from our Coudersport pharmacy will be automatically transferred to Rite Aid in Coudersport. The last day of business in our Smethport location will be Monday April 8th, Eldred will be Tuesday April 9th, and Coudersport will be Wednesday April 10th.
Please note that there is no change to our Westfield and Elkland locations. With a more diverse and better payor mix in Tioga County, those stores will continue to remain open and it will be business as usual. Once again, we are continuing to operate our stores in Westfield and Elkland.
We sincerely appreciate the support of our valued patients over the past several decades. It has been a privilege to serve you.
Buchanan Brothers Pharmacy
Austin Ambulance to Costello Avenue
At 9:05 AM on Monday, Austin ambulance has been called to Costello Avenue for difficulty breathing.
Shot Fired; NY State Police Pursing Alleged Shooter In The Town Of Wirt
On March 24, at 2:43 NY State Police were dispatched for shots fired on County Rt. 8. Richburg ambulance is being held on standby. The Suspect has stolen a blue dump truck heading east on County Rt. 8. The suspect has exited the dump truck and is fleeing on foot with a sawed-off shotgun in his hand walking parallel to County Rt. 8 about a 100 yards off the roadway. K-9 units have been called for on route from Olean.
The New York State Police have lost sight of the suspect and are tracking his footprints and a drone unit from Richburg Fire Dept. has been called for. Some Road Closures are in effect.
They have regained visuals of the suspect heading north on foot along County Rt. 8.
The alleged shooter was taken into custody. An ambulance was called to the Amity NYSP barracks for a medical evaluation.
Further report pending news releases from NYSP.
Port Allegany Ambulance to Skinner Creek Road
At 2:03 PM on Sunday, Port Allegany Ambulance was called to Skinner Creek Road in Liberty Township for a cardiac arrest.
John L. Cottillion, 88, of Warren, PA
John Cottillion
John L. Cottillion, 88, of Warren, PA, died peacefully, Sunday morning, March 24, 2024, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA.
A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
Heather Lynn Bortz-Esbri, 60, of Russell, Pennsylvania
Heather Lynn Bortz-Esbri, 60, of Russell, Pennsylvania died after a brief illness on Monday, March 18, 2024.
Heather was born in Erie, Pennsylvania and was the oldest of four children. In 1972, she along with her family moved to Warren, Pennsylvania where her parent’s acquired ownership of Cable Hollow Golf Course. Later, they would move again to Russell, Pennsylvania and live across from the 11th hole of the family business.
In school, she was a cheerleader for the Pleasant Panthers, and she played her flute in the Eisenhower High School marching band. After graduating from Eisenhower in 1982, she acquired her licensed practical nursing degree, and worked in local nursing homes of the Warren area. She would move on from her nursing career and join her family at Cable Hollow Golf Course and serve as their head waitress.
April Programs at Sinnemahoning State Park!
12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M –Eagle Watch– Bald Eagle nesting season is upon us! Please join park volunteers, Garland and Patrick Eicher, at the Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo for a view of the park’s active eagle nest. Stop by anytime, repeat visitors welcome.
Meets at: Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo
Saturday, April 6th, 2024
2:00 P.M.-2:45 P.M –Eclipse Basics– Did you know that a total solar eclipse is going to be visible across Pennsylvania on April 8th? Join us to learn all about eclipses and how to safely view the April total solar eclipse.
Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
Sunday, April 7th, 2024
10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M –Fish Prints– Come join us in celebrating the start of trout season with a fun fish craft!
Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
11:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M –Early Wildflower Walk– Spring has Sprung! Join us as we walk the trails around the Wildlife Center in search of newly emerging early spring plants, and wildflowers.
Meets at: Wildlife Center
Saturday, April 13th, 2024
12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M –Eagle Watch– Bald Eagle nesting season is upon us! Please join park volunteers, Garland and Patrick Eicher, at the Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo for a view of the park’s active eagle nest. Stop by anytime, repeat visitors welcome.
Meets at: Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo
Saturday, April 20th, 2024
12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M –Eagle Watch– Bald Eagle nesting season is upon us! Please join park volunteers, Garland and Patrick Eicher, at the Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo for a view of the park’s active eagle nest. Stop by anytime, repeat visitors welcome.
Meets at: Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo
12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M –Eagle Watch– Bald Eagle nesting season is upon us! Please join park volunteers, Garland and Patrick Eicher, at the Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo for a view of the park’s active eagle nest. Stop by anytime, repeat visitors welcome.
Meets at: Wildlife Viewing Area Gazebo
6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M –Owls of Pennsylvania– Join a park educator for a talk about the diversity of owls that can be found in Pennsylvania.
Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
Saturday, April 27th, 2024
8:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M –Owl Prowl– Want to hear an owl in its natural habitat? Join a park educator for a walk while listening for different species of owls in the park.
Meets at: 40 Maples Day Use Area
Sunday, April 28th, 2024
11:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M –Porcupine Party– Come show your artsy side and join a park educator for a fun porcupine craft using cardboard and natural materials.
Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
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If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a
Disability, please contact the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks at 888-
PA-PARKS (voice) 888-537-7294 (TTY) 717-558-2711 (local or international TTY) 800-654-5984 (AT&T Relay Service).
North Central Supply And the “Shops of Quarterwest”
Starting this week we will begin our regular business hours:
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 10-5, Saturday 9-4..closed Sunday and Monday.
See you soon.
NCS
Coudersport, Eldred, and Smethport Buchanan Brothers Pharmacy Closing In April
It is with mixed emotions we announce the sale of three of our locations to Rite Aid. It was a decision we did not reach lightly. Due to poor insurance reimbursement, independent pharmacies across the country are being forced to close their doors. Pharmacy organizations representing all sectors of retail pharmacy have been aggressively asking legislators to address these issues with the pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) for quite some time. Unfortunately, they have been slow in taking action. It simply is not a sustainable business model when total reimbursement is less that the costs we pay for medications.
Thank you to everyone in surrounding communities that have supported our business over the years. We appreciate you. It has been our pleasure to take care of your prescription needs.
A huge thank you to ALL of our employees, both past and present. We value each and every one of you. You are what made our business successful for over 40 years.
We are grateful that Rite Aid remains committed to serving rural Pennsylvania and has offered employment to all of our current staff in Potter and McKean counties. No action is required on your part to transfer your prescriptions. All of the prescriptions from our Eldred and Smethport locations will be automatically transferred to Rite Aid in Port Allegany and all of the prescriptions from our Coudersport pharmacy will be automatically transferred to Rite Aid in Coudersport. The last day of business in our Smethport location will be Monday April 8th, Eldred will be Tuesday April 9th, and Coudersport will be Wednesday April 10th.
Please note that there is no change to our Westfield and Elkland locations. With a more diverse and better payor mix in Tioga County, those stores will continue to remain open and it will be business as usual. Once again, we are continuing to operate our stores in Westfield and Elkland.
We sincerely appreciate the support of our valued patients over the past several decades. It has been a privilege to serve you.
Buchanan Brothers Pharmacy
Barn Fire In Eldred Twp.
On March 24 at 12:41 Eldred Twp. and Eldred Borough Fire Depts. were dispatched to 859 Slack Hollow for a barn fire. The fie has been upgraded to a second alarm Otto and Port Allegany have been dispatched with Rew to standby at Eldred
One Vehicle Crash Near Knoxville Twp.
On March 23 at 11:27 pm Knoxville and Chatham Fire Dept. were dispatched to 1353 Lee Hill Rd. for a one vehicle rollover crash. With Possibly no injuries. Sabinsville Ambulance was also dispatched
Roulette Dispatched To Hot Outlet
At 7:13 PM on Saturday, Roulette Fire Dept. was dispatched to 413 Main Street for a hot electrical outlet with a burning odor.
