On November 30 at 11:45 pm Shinglehouse Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 964 Rt. 44 for a one vehicle crash car vs pole with wires down and unknown injuries. Bolivar Fire Dept. dispatched to shut down Rt.44 at the state line
Galeton Weather can be described as a cool and dry month. Many cloudy days too. We did have 16 days with measurable rainfall but not much fell. Morning temperatures ranged from 20 degrees to 54 degrees.
COUDERSPORT, PA—Donald J. “Donnie” Crosby, 74, of Coudersport, formerly of Austin, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
Born on Thursday, July 13, 1950 in Buffalo, NY, he was a son of Maynard J. and Millard “Millie” Abbott Crosby.
On November 30, at 5:33 pm Knoxville, Osceola, and Westfield were dispatched to 3411 Locey Hollow Rd. for a man fallen from a tree stand with injuries mercy flight has been dispatched.
On November 30, at 4:38 pm Bolivar Fire And Ambulance were dispat hed for a fully involved vehicle fire with exposure to a structure at 551 S. Main St. in the village of Bolivar
EllaMae “Ellie” Bockus, 74, of Middlebury Center, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Guthrie Corning Hospital. She was born on May 9, 1950, in Blossburg, daughter of the late Charles E. Haner and Florence (Crawford) Gleason. She married James Roland Bockus on August 2, 1969, and has celebrated 55 years of marriage.
Ellie graduated from Corning West High School, Class of 1969. She worked at the Sherwood Motel and in the cafeteria for the Wellsboro School District. Ellie was a member of the First Baptist Church, Wellsboro. She enjoyed working with small children, gardening, nature and bird watching, riding motorcycles with her husband, and spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, Ellie is survived by a son: James M. (Lisa) Bockus of Erin, NY; a daughter: Jennifer L. (Jimmie) Leach of Wellsboro; a sister, Annie Monroe of Elmira, NY; an aunt, Jean Pier of Wellsboro; grandchildren: Samantha, Joey, Parker, and Hailie, step-granddaughter, Lauren Russen, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents, Ellie was preceded in death by a brother, Charles E. Haner, a stepbrother, Pat Collins, and nephews, Chuck and Mike.
At Ellie and her family’s request, the services and burial will be private.
The family suggest memorial contributions in Ellie’s name be made to the Guthrie Corning Cancer Center, 2 Guthrie Dr., Corning, NY 14830.
Ellie’s arrangements are in the care of the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. To share a memory or condolence visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Betty L. Crouse, 94, of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
She was born on January 29, 1930 in Bradford, the daughter of the late Oscar and Ruth Abbey Stromberg.
She was a 1947 graduate of the Bradford Senior High School. She earned her nursing certificate from the former Bradford Hospital School of Nursing in 1950.
David Thomas Gaeta: Athlete, Talented Musician
David Thomas Gaeta, 58, of Cuba, New York, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Olean General Hospital after a lengthy illness.
He was born September 15, 1966, in Cuba a son of John “Jack” and June (Rose) Gaeta.
OLEAN, N.Y., November 22 – The countdown is on for this year’s Cattaraugus Gives, the annual day of giving that unites the community in support of local nonprofits.
Scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, this year’s event promises to highlight the generosity of donors and the incredible work of 91 participating nonprofit organizations.
Linda L. Howard, 81, of Russell, Pa, formerly of Neiltown, Pa, died on Saturday November 23, 2024, in St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, Pa.
She was born in Pleasantville, on December 21, 1942, the daughter of the late Maxwell and Eva (Stone) Dunham. Linda was a graduate of West Forest High School and attended nursing school in Oil City.
John F. Captoni, 81, of Wellsboro, passed away peacefully, Thursday November 21, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. He was born December 25, 1942, in Paterson, NJ to John and Amanda (Woessner) Captoni. He graduated from high school and in August of 1961 entered into service of his country by joining the US Navy.
On November, 20, 2024, the annual Allegany County Board of Legislators Republican Leadership Caucus was held to select the party’s candidates for leadership in the coming year,
Current Board Chairman W. Brooke Harris (Alfred, District V) was selected as Republican Candidate to continue in that role. Kevin “Fred” Demick (Angelica, District I) was selected as the Republican Candidate for Vice-Chairman of the Legislature. Steven Havey (Wellsville, District IV) was selected as Majority Leader for 2025. The candidates will be voted upon by the full Board of Legislators at their Organizational Meeting on January 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the County Legislative Chambers.
Do not allow holiday preparations to steal the joy of the season! Take a break from the pressure and stress and join the holiday fun at the Bradford Area Public Library (BAPL). The library is offering a host of holiday programs that are pocket-book friendly (free) and appeal to a variety of age groups. Recapture the spirit of the holidays during one of these great events.
By Josh Hatcher – Communications Director | Open Arms Community Church | http://oachurch.com
The word inclusion has become a loaded term in our world today. Too often, it gets tangled up in debates and controversies that divide rather than unite. But at its heart, inclusion is a simple, beautiful concept: making room for everyone, ensuring that no one is left out, and creating spaces where all people feel they belong.
On November 29, at 8:26 pm Lafayette Fire Dept. was dispatched to 4361 Rt. 59 for a structure fire. Update Chief on scene reports a fire in the wall
February 16, 1961 – November 26, 2024
Karin R. “Gina” Black, 63, of 104 Erie Ave., St. Marys, and formerly of Ridgway and Johnsonburg, passed away early Tuesday morning, November 26, 2024, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA following a brief illness. She was born February 16, 1961, in Enkirch, Germany, a daughter to the late Erich and Meta Ketterman.
On November 29, at 7:43 pm Little Valley was dispatched to the top of Windfall Rd. for a search and rescue two people are lost in the woods . Great Valley and Salamanca have been dispatched to their stations on standby
January 24, 1942 – November 24, 2024
U.S. Veteran
William L. “Bill” Elmquist, 82, of McKinley Health Care Center at Laurelbrooke Manor, Brookeville, PA and formerly of VFW Rd., Johnsonburg, passed away late Sunday night, November 24, 2024, at McKinley. He was born on January 24, 1942, in Ridgway, a son to the late William H. and Myrtle E. Overbeck Elmquist. On January 13, 1968, in the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church, he married Sonya L. Swanson, and she survives.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Bill was a 1960 graduate of Johnsonburg Area High School. He was a member of the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church. Bill loved to play guitar, travel and was a civil war enthusiast.
Bill was a Vietnam Era Navy Vet, serving as Radarman Petty Officer, Second Class, aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Bon Homme Richard (CVA-31) in the Pacific Theater of Operations.
Bill had retired from Weyerhaeuser, Johnsonburg Mill in 2004 after 12 years of service. He had also worked at Keystone in St. Marys for many years.
In addition to his wife Sonya at home, Bill is survived by two sons, Jeffrey Elmquist (Tammy) of Johnsonburg and William J. Elmquist (Jeanny) of Fernandina Beach, FL, grandchildren Sterling Elmquist, Donna Wonderling, Anthony Wilson and Luke and Victoria Elmquist and great-grandchildren Kyla, Raven and Kyndalyn.
Bill is also survived by brothers Philip Elmquist (Barb Berger) of Johnsonburg, Joel Elmquist (Cindy) of Johnsonburg, Mark Elmquist (Debbie) of St. Marys, Bridget Markert (Forrest) of Wilcox and Dale Elmquist (Linda) of Johnsonburg. And numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bill is predeceased by a sister Karen Polaski.
Friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service for William L. “Bill” Elmquist to be conducted at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg on Monday December 2, 2024, at 11 AM with Pastor Kevin Schafer from St. John Lutheran Church, Johnsonburg, as celebrant. There will be no visitation.
Military Honors will be accorded by the Johnsonburg-Ridgway Servicemen’s Detail. Detail members are asked to assemble at the funeral home on Monday morning at 10:30 AM.
If desired, memorial contributions in Bill’s memory should be made to McKinley Health Care,133 Laurelbrooke Dr., Brookville, PA 15825.
To plant Memorial Trees in memory of WIlliam L. “Bill” Elmquist, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.
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DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Heavy lake effect snow expected. Multiple feet of snow will
be possible through the weekend in the most persistent lake snows.
Snowfall rates will average one to two inches an hour, but higher
rates will be possible.
