Coudersport Ambulance to Park Avenue
At 11:38 AM on Saturday, Coudersport ambulance was called to Park Avenue for a man ill.
April 2024
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2-Vehicle Crash on East Main in Bradford
At 11:15 AM on Saturday, Derrick City Fire & Bradford ambulance were dispatched to 11`23 East Main & Foster Brook for a 2-vehicle crash.
11:25 AM–Fire Units RECALLED by Chief 11.
Owlett Outs Scam
SCAM ALERT: Owlett NOT Soliciting Police Donations
WELLSBORO – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is warning area residents of a fake robocall claiming it is from him and asking people to donate in support of the police.
“I never recorded this message or authorized this call in any way,” Owlett said. “While I certainly support our law enforcement officers and any legitimate efforts to raise money on their behalf, I implore anyone who receives this call claiming to be from me to immediately hang up and report it to your local police department.”
Owlett learned about the robocall from a constituent who received it and then contacted his office to verify it. The voice claims to be Owlett and sounds just like him, according to the constituent. The caller asks for credit card information to take the donation.
“I am outraged that someone would use my voice to try to take advantage of people’s generosity toward our hard-working law enforcement officers,” Owlett said. “We have reported this incident to our state and local police and county sheriff’s offices.”
If anyone else received the call and gave the caller their credit card information, Owlett urges them to immediately call their credit card company to report the incident.
Daniel Ray Costley, age 61 of Knoxville, PA
Daniel Ray Costley, age 61 of Knoxville, PA passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 27, 1962 in Blossburg, PA, he was a son to Ronald and Julia (Button) Costley. Daniel spent 30 loving years together with Elizabeth “Betty” Twist and then on July 28, 2018 they decided to marry.
Dan was a dedicated, hardworking farmer having spent his life building his dream farm; Costley Dairy Farm, where he loved spending time with his cows and packaging and selling raw cow milk. Before he was a full time farmer, Dan worked for Gehman’s and then later went on to work at Stackpole in Knoxville, PA which became Kane Magnetic in Galeton, PA.
He enjoyed going on road trips to buy farming equipment, rebuilding vehicles and spending time with his 3 dogs – Ellie May, Josie and Buck. Dan was an all-around handyman, he loved tinkering on things, building new projects and helping his family with anything they needed. It was said that Dan was a proud, humble man and the “family mechanic”. He also was a member of the Butler Hill Baptist Church and he enjoyed spending time with his church family.
William “Willie” Van Zanten, 74, St. Marys, PA
In loving memory of William “Willie” Van Zanten, who passed away on April 14, 2024, at the age of 74.
William, known as “Willie”, was born on November 2, 1948, in Sharon, Pennsylvania, to his beloved parents Paul Van Zanten and Dorothy Horstman Van Zanten.
After losing his father at the age of thirteen, his formative years were spent in Mooseheart, Illinois, where he attended Mooseheart High School, graduating in 1966. At Mooseheart, Willie worked at a dairy farm where Dell Klussendorf, mentored him and he discovered a passion for the trade. After graduation, he worked at a dairy farm in Brookville, Pennsylvania. Later, he found his place as a laborer in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, where he established his home and community ties.
Willie had a passion for bluegrass music, spending countless hours enjoying its melodies. He found solace and joy in nature, often retreating to his camp and embarking on memorable travels.
He is survived by brothers: Robert, Jack, and Warren Van Zanten; a sister, Jeanette Van Zanten-Stump; a sister-in-law, and friend, Dottie Spohn-Van Zanten.
In addition to his parents, Willie was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Thomas and brother, Paul Van Zanten.
At Willie’s request, there will be no service.
Rest in peace, Willie.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com
Anthony A. “Tony” Young, 93, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of Penn Road, St. Marys, PA
Anthony A. “Tony” Young, 93, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of Penn Road, St. Marys, PA passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024 at Pinecrest Manor with his family by his side.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Carl L. Smith, 96, of Wellsboro, PA
Carl L. Smith, 96, of Wellsboro, passed away Friday April 26, 2024, at Carleton Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born May 25, 1927, in Montoursville, PA to Kenneth E. and Myrtle (Turk) Smith.
After graduating from high school, he was enlisted in the US Army and served in WWII. On August 19, 1950 he married Dorothy Krause with whom he shared 73 years of marriage. Carl was a dairy farmer, the owner and operator of Smith Piano and Organs, Smith’s RVs and the local Radio Shack for forty-five+ years. He was a member of the Coolidge Hollow Community (United Methodist) Church, Ossea Lodge #317 F&AM of Wellsboro and the Coudersport Consistory.
Carl is survived by his wife: Dorothy K. Smith of Wellsboro; a son: Thomas (Sandy) Smith of Wellsboro; a daughter: Judy (Ed) Smithgall of Wellsboro; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law: Vivian Roby of Wellsboro. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother: Donald Smith.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Carl’s life from 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm Wednesday May 1, 2024, at the Coolidge Hollow Community Church with a memorial service to follow in church at 5:30 pm. Burial will be in the Shumway Hill Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Carl’s memory may be made to the Coolidge Hollow Community Church at 5926 Route 287, Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence with Carl’s family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Delays on I-80 EB in Montour and Northumberland Counties
Montoursville, PA – Motorists who travel on Interstate 80 eastbound should be on alert for delays due to a crash at mile marker 220, two miles west of the Exit 224 (Route 54 / Danville) in Montour County.
Motorists can expect a lane restriction and stop and go traffic starting at Exit 215 (Route 254 / Limestoneville) in Northumberland County. At 7:00 PM, traffic was backed up four miles from the crash area. Motorists should expect major delays in travel.
2-Vehicle Crash on Nauvoo Road & Rt. 414
At 6:30 PM on Friday, Fire & EMS from Morris & Blossburg are responding to Rt. 414 & Nauvoo Road for a 2-vehicle crash with possibly one injury.
KANE MAN SENTENCED TO STATE PRISON FOR INDECENT CONTACT WITH MINOR
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: April 26, 2024): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Kane Man who previously pled guilty to assaulting a minor child has been sentenced to state prison. During a sentencing hearing before a McKean County Judge, Mark Wilson, of Kane was sentenced to 5 years to 10 years plus 3 years of consecutive supervision. Wilson was previously deemed to be a sexually violent predator and has to register as a sex offender for his lifetime. Wilson pled guilty in October to 2 counts of indecent assault and corruption of minors. Additional terms include no contact with the victim or any unsupervised contact with other juveniles, sex offender counseling, and provide a DNA sample.
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KANE MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO INDECENT ASSAULT AGAINST CHILD UNDER 13 (MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: October 27, 2023): McKean County District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer confirmed that Mark Wilson, of Kane, pled guilty in McKean County court yesterday to 2 counts of Indecent Assault on a child under age 13 – Felony 3 and 1 count of Corruption of a Minor – Felony 3. Officer Derrick Snyder of Kane Borough Police investigated the case and filed the charges against Wilson. Wilson pled guilty to touching the juvenile female’s vagina and having her touch his penis between January 1, 2023 and June 10, 2023 at a residence in Kane over a course of conduct. Wilson has a prior conviction. District Attorney Vettenburg-Shaffer said that a prior conviction increases the grading to Felony 3 for these crimes under the statute. Wilson was ordered to undergo a sexually violent predator assessment as required under the statute.
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/136029/post/kane-man-sentenced-state-prison-indecent-contact-minor
BRADFORD MAN SENTENCED TO STATE PRISON FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: April 26, 2024): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Bradford Man was sentenced to state prison for Sexual Assault during a sentencing hearing before a McKean County Judge on April 25th. Justin Schlopy was sentenced to 5 years to 10 years plus 3 years of consecutive supervision. Schlopy’s crime requires that him to register as a sex offender for his lifetime. Schlopy pled guilty to Sexual Assault against a teenager girl in Bradford in 2022. Additional terms include no contact with the victim or any unsupervised contact with other juveniles, sex offender counseling, and provide a DNA sample. Sgt. Jason Daugherty was the investigating officer.
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/136029/post/bradford-man-sentenced-state-prison-sexual-assault
BRADFORD MAN SENTENCED FOR STEALING FROM EMPLOYER
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: April 26, 2024): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Bradford Man was sentenced to state prison for stealing from his employer during a sentencing hearing before a McKean County Judge on April 25th. Charles Johnson was sentenced to 14 months to 28 months. Johnson had been convicted after a jury trial in October but failed to appear for sentencing. A warrant was issued for his arrest and he was taken into custody by City of Bradford Police last week. Additional charges have been filed as a result. Additional terms include restitution to the victim and no contact with the victim.
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BRADFORD MAN CONVICTED OF THEFT (MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: October 11, 2023): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a two day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Charles Michael Johnson, of Bradford, was convicted of crimes related to stealing from a Bradford man who employed him in the construction field. Johnson was convicted of Theft by Unlawful Taking and Receiving Stolen Property. Sgt. Seth Shephard of City of Bradford Police charged Johnson after he received a report that Johnson had stolen a chop saw and cash from the man. Sgt. Shephard obtained a neighbor’s home surveillance footage that captured the crime. Testimony at the trial included witnesses who said that Johnson had been requested to fix a leak at a customer’s house and was permitted to take items that were necessary for that job but also took other things for which he did not have permission. While Johnson was at the victim’s residence to obtain the items necessary for the job, witnesses testified that he also took a chop saw and cash from the garage. He was captured on neighbor’s surveillance carrying the saw through a side yard. District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth. Sentencing will occur on November 2.
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/136029/post/bradford-man-sentenced-stealing-employer
Lois L. Hicks, 91, a longtime resident of Coudersport, PA.
Lois L. Hicks
Lois L. Hicks, 91, a longtime resident of Coudersport, went to be with the Lord on her birthday, Friday, April 26, 2024, in the Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY, with her loving family by her side.
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.
Steven J. “Steve” Neefe, 70, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA
Steven J. Neefe “loving father, brother, fiance, and grandfather”
Steven J. “Steve” Neefe, 70, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away unexpectedly with his loving family by his side on Thursday, April 25, 2024, in UPMC Williamsport.
Born on Friday, February 26, 1954 in Coudersport, he was a son of James G. and Charlotte A. Prindle Neefe.
Steve was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1973. He drove for many trucking companies throughout his career. He was also a farmer. He loved his cars and his animals, but his greatest love was his family.
Port Allegany Fire To Annin Creek Rd.
On April 26, at 1:33 pm Port Allegany Fire Dept. was dispatched for a wildfire on Annin Creek Rd.
ATTENTION LIBERTY TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS:
Liberty Township
(1) we will blacktop Wrights on Monday, the 29th. The road will be completely closed from 8AM to 3PM while we are working.
(2) Wednesday, May 1st we will be working on Freer Hollow. The road will be completely closed while we are working.
(3) Thursday, May 2nd Freer Hollow will be completely closed from 8AM to 3PM while we are blacktopping.
(4) Friday, May 3rd we will be blacktopping Comes Creek from Buck McGarvey’s house to Marc Budd’s house. Road will be completely closed until we are done. Sorry in advance for any inconvenience!
Potter County selected to receive ARC training on funding
Potter County has been selected along with 90 government entities to receive training on the Appalachian Regional Commission’s federal funding programs to build community capacity. The training is free.
RIDGWAY – Potter County has been selected by the Appalachian Regional Commission to receive training through the READY Local Governments initiative.
Potter County was one of 90 local governments selected to receive the no-cost training, along with access to READY Local Governments Initiative funding. The county will receive expert guidance and funding opportunities to help apply for, manage, and implement federal funding.
Roger W. Hanson, 77, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Barkeyville, PA
Roger W. Hanson “In Memoriam”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Roger W. Hanson, 77, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Barkeyville, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long struggle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and pneumonia.
Born on February 17, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of Kenneth Wright Hanson and Cornelia “Connie” Hanson, and step-son of Marvin Savidge Reitz, all of whom preceded him in passing.
He was a graduate of Pennsauken High School in NJ, and a graduate of Slippery Rock University in PA, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Archaeology. Roger was a US Army veteran, having served in the Vietnam War where he attained the rank of SP5.