ARREST DETAILS On 08/30/2024 at 2106 hours officers were attempting to locate Vikki E. Lee at her home regarding an arrest warrant for failure to appear for a preliminary hearing of DUI charges. Officers did locate Lee at her home and while attempting to arrest her, Lee did kick an officer causing injury in the performance of his duty. Lee was soon thereafter apprehended and remanded to the McKean County Jail. A criminal complaint has been filed for her aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer. Location 111 Mechanic Street Bradford, PA 16701 Arrest Date Aug 30, 2024 Incident Type Aggravated Assault Reference
LEE, VIKKI E 18 2702 A3 – AGGRAVATED ASSAULT CAUSE BODILY INJURY OFFICERS (F2) 18 5104 (A)
RESISTING ARREST OR OTHER LAW ENFORCEMENT (M2) (1 COUNT) 18 5503 (A)(1)
DISORDERLY CONDUCT (M3) & (18) 2709(A)(1) HARASSMENT (S)
Age 55 Race White Gender Female
Presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
ARREST DETAILS On 08/16/2024 at 2327 hours while on routine patrol officers did observe a fight in progress on South Center Street. Officers observed during the fight Tralisha did present and swing at the victim with a knife and brass knuckles attempting to cause serious bodily injury to another person. Tralisha was arrested and arraigned before Judge Engman and Bail was set at $10,000 Straight. Due to being unable to post bail, Tralisha was remanded to the McKean County Jail. Location 49 South Center Street Bradford, PA 16701 Arrest Date Aug 16, 2024 Incident Type Aggravated Assault Reference ID 2024-08162327
HOLLOWAY, TRALISHA M (1 COUNT) 18 2702 (A)(4) AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON (F1 (1 COUNT) 18 2702 (A)(1)
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (F1) (1 COUNT) 18 2701 (A)(1)
SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2) (1 COUNT) 18 2705 RECKLESSLY ENDANGERING ANOTHER PERSON (M2) & (1 COUNT) 18 2709(A)(1) HARASSMENT (S) (1) COUNT 908 (A) PROHIBITED OFFENSIVE WEAPON (M1) (1 COUNT) (18) 5503 (A)(1) DISORDERLY CONDUCT (M3) ONE COUNT OF POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA SECTION 780-113 A 31 I (M) (1 COUNT) (35) 780-113 A32 USE/POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M)
Age 32 Race Black Gender Female
Presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Charles E. Miller, Jr., 62, of Mt. Jewett, passed away unexpectedly Friday (August 30, 2024) at his residence in Mt. Jewett.
He was born January 27, 1962 in Farmers Valley, the son of Charles and Beverly (Slade) Miller, Sr. On July 12, 2014, in Smethport, PA, he married Debbie L. Taft, who survives.
He graduated from Smethport High School and served in the Army National Guard.
Chuck worked as a forge worker at American Axle Company, formerly GKN.
He enjoyed fishing, trapping and working. He loved hunting with his Beagles.
Some of HG’s 2025 line-up of directors for the 35th Season. Back row L to R: Cody Losinger, Titus Himmelberger, Kacy Hagan, Front row: Jessie Thompson, Thomas Putnam, Yolie Canales.
Hamilton-Gibson Productions is thrilled to announce its 35th Season, offering a rich array of shows, community engagement and educational programs. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Thomas Putnam, the Main Stage line-up has been planned featuring seven productions, plus additional regular seasonal offerings, special events, long-running activities for all ages and theater arts camps for kids. The 2025 season’s theme is igniting HG’s 35 birthday candles and holding them high to light the way into the future.
In more recent years HG has expanded its line-up of Main Stage directors to include more community members who have gained experience at HG and other places, and who are able to take the helm. For 2025 seven different directors will take the lead on various projects. Putnam shares, “Those who are interested in directing may submit one or more titles they’d like to direct as part of our process for building a season. The titles that are submitted are not always chosen for the season, but there’s a certain strength and health if it works out for a director to direct a play about which they are passionate.”
Ruth J. Benson, 92, passed away on Friday (August 30, 2024) at Wellsville Manor Care Center.
Mrs. Benson was born on August 16, 1932 in Weston Mills to Howard D. and June (Keller) Cradduck. She was a 1950 graduate of Portville Central School. On January 1, 1951, in Portville, she married Glenn R. Benson who predeceased her on September 14, 2014.
During her early married years, Ruth devoted herself to the needs of her husband and children. In later years she worked at Fannins Bridal Shop in Bradford, Pa., Park and Shop in Portville and beginning in 1988 as a secretary for Olean Public Library in Olean, retiring in 2003.
Ruth is survived by three children, Deborah Putnam of Andover, David R. (Gayle) Benson of Whitesville and Barbara J. (Dennis) Carpenter of Shinglehouse, Pa.; four grandchildren, Timothy (Heidi) Putnam and Stephen (Jill) Putnam, both of Andover, Michael (Tracy) Travis of Quemado, Tex. and Eric (Amanda) Travis of Bolivar; 7 great grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her husband of 63 years, she was predeceased by two sisters, Carolyn Sherman and Gloria Bell and a son-in-law, Joel Putnam.
Ruth enjoyed quilting, sewing and reading. She loved baking and was famous in the Benson family for her cinnamon rolls and homemade bread. She was very proud of her family and relished her role as a grandmother.
Ruth was very civic-minded. She served on the Whitesville Public Library Board and was very active in the Whitesville Senior Center. As a woman of faith, she was a founding member of Faith Bible Church in Little Genesee.
Per her wishes, there will be no prior visitation. The family is planning a Celebration of Life ceremony at a time and place to be determined. Arrangements are under the direction of Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Andover. Online condolences may be offered at www.baker-swan.com.
Paul E. CRIPPEN, 78, of Westfield, PA, died Sunday, September 1, 2024 in his home. Born June 24, 1946, in Clymer Township, he was the son of Louis W. “Luke” and Arvilla M. Seeley Crippen. On June 3, 1967, in Williamson, NY, he married the former Peggy A. Blauvelt, who survives. He worked as a logger with his brothers, Rial, Mike, and Gordon, and nephew, Rick; and was last employed as a truck driver by Wade’s Concrete, retiring in 2008. Paul was a member of God’s New Beginning Church in Harrison Valley.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service State College PA 427 AM EDT Mon Sep 2 2024 …FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT TUESDAY FOR THE NORTHWEST MOUNTAINS…
* WHAT…Temperatures in the mid to upper 30s may result in frost formation in the deepest valleys of northwest Pennsylvania.
* WHERE…Elk, McKean, and Potter Counties.
* WHEN…From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Take steps now to protect tender plants and vegetation from the cold.
On September 2, at 3:24 pm Wilcox Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to a traumatic injury call on Wilcox Rd. A person has fallen in a hole with a possible compound leg fracture. Air Medical has been requsted
Jolene L. Weaver, 83, of Youngsville, PA., died on Sunday September 1, 2024, in her home at the Rouse Manor on her 83rd birthday after an extended illness.
She was born on September 1, 1941, in Titusville, PA., and was the daughter of the late John and Doris Gifford Phillips. She has resided in Warren area since 1979. Jolene was employed with the Blair Corporation for 21 years, serving in several positions in the returns department, auditing, training and inspections, retiring in 2001. She was a commissioner of the Warren County Housing Authority, serving as treasurer. Jolene enjoyed her time and friends made by living at the Rouse Manor, especially her time with her best friend, Carole Schreiber.
She is survived by 4 Children –Jeffrey, Brad, Tonia, and Terry; 1 Sister – Lola Hickle (Danzel) of Hebron, OH.; 7 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, James Crutchfield, and a brother, A. James Phillips.
A memorial service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Sanford Cemetery, Sanford, PA. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
MANSFIELD, PA (August 2024) FCCB (First Citizens Community Bank) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey White as its new Chief Operating Officer. Jeff brings a wealth of experience and a strategic vision to the role, promising to further enhance the bank’s operations, direction, growth and service to its communities. His expertise in risk management, financial oversight, and strategic planning will be invaluable as FCCB continues to grow and expand its services.
Larry and Barbara Biddison of Wellsboro, coordinators of HG’s Acting Up!
Acting Up!, Hamilton-Gibson’s readers theatre program for adults 55 and older, will start up again for the 2024-2025 season on Tuesday, September 10 from 2:00-3:00pm in the Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main St. 2nd floor, Wellsboro. Since its beginning in 2002, an ever-changing group of fun-loving senior citizens has gathered in Wellsboro on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from September through May to read stories, plays, and poems aloud.
Galeton had a very wet August thanks to 8 thunderstorms. Severe flooding took place in Westfield, Knoxville and surrounding areas. Pine Creek overflowed throughout the valley. Galeton suffered waterline damage and the town was without water for the most part of 2 days. The sewage line was broken in the area of Clinton St. Many homes had flooded basements which resulted in damaged furnaces and water heaters. Electricity was off for 4 hours which, of course, shut down basement sump pumps. I have lived in Galeton most of my life and I have never seen flooding like this. River Street was under water. The school and lower Germania Streets were saved by the dikes. Many people have asked me “how much rain did we get”. Here is the answer to that question. The monthly rainfall total was 10.25″ Last year we received 6.82″.
The major rainfall event occured with thunderstorms overnight on the 8th and early morning of the 9th. During that time I measured .84″ at 8am. From 8am to noon we received 2,54″ for a total of 3.38″ . That was a lot of rain in that 4 hour period. Other parts of the northern tier received more. Iy rushed down the ravines and hollows taking out bridges, roads and buildings.
We only had 13 days without measurable rainfall. We had 24 foggy mornings. We had morning readings mostly in the mid 60s and the afternoons warmed up into the 80’s. The mowing season is almost over. Next it will be leaf raking time. Of course everyone knows what follows that. I will enclose a photo of the Galeton waterfall, Falling Springs. It once was one of the 3 or 4 sources for excellent water.
06 2024-25 PC Spotlight on Sports for immediate release Sept. 1
Penn College teams off to slow start
Three of six Pennsylvania College of Technology fall sports teams opened their seasons over the weekend but came away winless.
Men’s Soccer
At first-time foe Centenary University on Friday, Penn College bested the home team in shots on goal, 8-6, but couldn’t find the back of the net in a 2-0 loss.
