October 2024

On October 16, at 9:37 pm Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Ross Glen Rd. for difficulty breathing.

On October 16, at 4:07 pm Tioga and Middlebury Fire Depts. were dispatched to 2398 Elkhorn Rd. for a house fire

William John Shaffer, 91, of Eldred, passed away Tuesday (October 15, 2024) at his residence, surrounded by his family.

He was born March 21, 1933 in Olean, NY, a son of Henry and Alverta (Eaton) Shaffer. On October 10, 1953, in Portville, NY, he married Carla B. Ayers, who survives.

Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are proud to announce the October 2024 Star Award winners. This October’s winners were Brenda Pascarella, BRMC, and Sara Durphy, OGH.

Brenda Pascarella, lead revenue cycle coordinator, was recognized as the October 2024 BRMC Star Award winner. She has been with the organization since 2002.

“Brenda is an unsung hero of our organization by ensuring that we’re paid by submitting claims to our payers. She is responsible to monitor daily revenue cycle processes and often has to intervene to ensure that our claims are submitted in a timely manner. This helps our organization to have a guaranteed inflow of money to our organization to meet our financial responsibilities,” said her nomination. “Brenda’s work, though not typically seen by patients and staff, is crucial to provide great patient care. She is efficient, always has a smile on her face, and is always willing to go the extra mile without being asked. We’re lucky to have Brenda.”

Paid For By The Poter County Democratic Committee

Jeffrey T. Olmstead

“beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, and brother”

Jeffrey T. “Jeff” Olmstead, 56, a lifelong resident of Bolivar, passed away unexpectedly in Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, with his loving family by his side on Saturday, October 12, 2024.Born on Tuesday, October 24, 1967 in Wellsville, he was a son of Richard G. and Frances A. Warner Olmstead.

On June 24, 2000, in Bolivar, he married the love of his life and best friend, Amy D. Claypool, who survives.

Big Flats, NY – Page One Entertainment is excited to announce the return of the Twin Tiers Comic-Con 2024 (T2C2) at the Arnot Event Center in Big Flats, NY. The event will take place on Saturday, November 9th from 11 AM to 7 PM and Sunday, November 10th from 11 AM to 6 PM.

This year marks the 10th Anniversary of T2C2, promising to be the largest pop culture and comic convention in the Twin Tiers’ history, featuring over 150 artists, writers, vendors, and celebrity guests.

Job Announcement: Outreach and Communications Advisor

The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outreach and Communications Advisor. The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to oversee the general planning, development, and direction of all communications of the District. Coordinate programs, social media, news releases, and other forms or publication to build and sustain a positive image of the District in the public. The qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain required clearances, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates are preferred to have a degree in an Environmental Field (Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, etc.), Communications, Public Relations, or another related field. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs.

The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or

national origin.

Contact the Potter County Conservation District for an employment application and full job description at 814-320-4012, or at j.childs@pottercd.com

Deadline for cover letter, application, and resume is November 30th, 2024. Please send a cover letter, application, and resume to:

Jason Childs

Potter County Conservation District

107 Market Street

Coudersport, PA 16915

or

j.childs@pottercd.com

PCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the PCCD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

On October 16, at 9:01 am Roulette Fire Dept. was dispatched to Railroad Ave. for a possible natural gas leak. The gas line has been cut with an excavator

Irma P. Colacecchi, 95, of Elmira, NY, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 10, 2024. She was born on September 6, 1929 to Alberto and Maria (Anticolli) Colacecchi in Corning. 

She was a graduate of Northside High School in Corning and retired from Capabilities, Inc. During her 95 years, she was a devout Catholic and a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Elmira.

Irma is survived by several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. In addition to her parents, Irma was predeceased by sisters, Hilda Colacecchi, Eva Valerio (Alfred), Ella Micheli (Joseph), Malvena Colacecchi and Doris Kent (Raymond); and brothers, Joseph (Mary) and Lido (Mary) Colacecchi. 

The family would like to thank the Chemung County Nursing Facility for treating Irma like family and giving her amazing compassionate care.

A Graveside Service will be held at the St. Mary’s Cemetery in Corning on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:30am.

The family has entrusted her care to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Galeton PA.

A Grizzly History of Port Allegany 

You are invited to join us for a guided walking tour of…The first murder in the borough; the curious tale of Uzza Robbins; and an unsolved murder mystery.  Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for students.  Proceeds will go to the Port Allegany Historical Society.  Tours will start at the Port Allegany Town Square between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19.  Walking tours will start every 15 minutes and cover about 5 blocks.  Tours will end with a historical society presentation at Union Cemetery.  Participants may also come to the Inn on Maple Street for refreshments.  The event is sponsored by the Port Allegany Lions Club.  

The Port Allegany High School 2024 King and Queen were announced during a half-time ceremony of the Gator-Wolves football game held Saturday at Gator Field.  2023 Homecoming King and Queen, Henry Kisler and Jenn Baxter presented footballs to Austin Hamilton and Willow Sauers signifying they were chosen King and Queen.  Willow is the daughter of Eric and Janine Sauers.   Austin is the son of Jim and Connie Hamilton.  Spirit Week and Homecoming activities were sponsored by the PAHS Student Council.  

On October 15 at 5:33 pm Hilltop Fire Dept. was dispatched to Rt. 646 and Parker Place for a vehicle fire with unknown details. The driver is out of the vehicle.

He was just seen on Route 44 and South Branch Road, please keep an eye out !!! Contact Owner HERE

As of now, we still can not find Remi. Please be in the look out today for him. We were out until midnight last night looking for him. If you hear him or see him, please let Dave or I know ASAP. Thank you for all of your help!

Today at 0650 hours McKean County dispatch received multiple calls for a structure fire on West Corydon Street. Station 15 was dispatched along with station 6 and station 19 for tankers and station 1 for stand-by. Chief 15-10 had command. An interior search was completed and two 1-3/4″ hose lines were used to put the fire out. Fire crews were on scene for over 2 hours. The fire is under investigation by Bradford Township PD and PA State Police Fire Marshal.

Larry’s Sport Center, in Galeton, proudly announces that they will sponsor their 30th Anniversary Annual Potter County Big Game Contest.

This Big Game Contest Certainly has become a tradition with Potter County Hunters. Generations of hunters from near and far look forward to getting their chance at the contest’s top prize – a new Yamaha 450 Kodiak 4×4 as well as a head mount for second prize – the head mount is provided by Endless Mountains Taxidermy, Gaines, Pa. Pa, NY and OH hunters can pre-register at Larry’s anytime throughout the contest or they may fill out registration form at the time they bring their buck or bear in for scoring .