Edward C. Palmer, of Toby Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Penn Highlands DuBois. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Emporium, PA – This holiday season, the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library is kicking off two beloved traditions – the Cards for Troops and Holiday Book Gifting Programs – to spread cheer and give back to both our community’s children and those serving abroad. These initiatives launch this week, bringing the spirit of the holidays to Emporium!
Cards for Troops: Crafting Gratitude Across Borders
Starting now through December 7, the library’s Cards for Troops program invites young creators and families alike to make personalized holiday cards for military service members. These heartfelt creations will join Emporium’s Military Christmas Boxes, delivering messages of appreciation and festive joy to those serving far from home.
On November 11, at 3:34 pm Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to N Brooklynside Rd forba person hemorrhaging
The Rotary Club of Bradford volunteered at and sponsored a hotdog luncheon Friday at Futures Rehabilitation Center in Bradford. Pictured left to right are Margie Kibbie, Futures; Rotarian, Steve Morgan, President and CEO of Futures;
Mathew Lamphier, Futures; Rotary Club President, Ben Kirsch; and Rotarian Nate Higbie. The lunch was the first of two “lunch and learn” programs at the center. Friday’s program featured DJ Benzo (AKA club president Ben Kirsch) who played classic and contemporary tunes. The program participants at Futures loved the music and some
even had an impromptu dance party! The program was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bradford with a matching grant from Rotary District #7280.
Michelle Lin “Mickey” Swackhamer, 75, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Olean General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Born September 25, 1949, in New Martinsville, WV she was a daughter of the late John J. “Jack” and Eleanor Jane (Leap) Walker, Jr.
She attended Magnolia High School in New Martinsville, WV until 1965 before moving to Limestone, NY where she was a 1967 graduate of Limestone High School. She graduated top of her class from Olean Business Institute in 1968.
On April 11, 1970, in St. Patrick Church, Limestone, NY, she married Daniel J. Swackhamer, who preceded her in death on July 6, 1989.
Mickey worked for the YWCA as a Legal Advocate for 33 years and most recently as a Systems and Training liaison for the last two.
Robert J. “Mushy” Marsh, 76, of Crosby, passed away Saturday (November 9, 2024) at his home.
He was born March 14, 1948 in Port Allegany, a son of Robert and Dorothy (Cunningham) Marsh.
He was a 1967 graduate of Smethport Area High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1970 in Vietnam.
Mr. Marsh worked at several different jobs in his life, ultimately as a laborer at the Crosby Sawmill before retiring.
He was a member of the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby and the Smethport VFW Post #2497. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and he loved working on cars.
Christopher M. Tronetti, 62, of Smethport, passed away Friday (November 8, 2024).
He was born January 2, 1962 in Kane, PA, a son of Robert and Charlotte (Foley) Tronetti.
Chris was a 1980 graduate of Smethport Area High School and attended Clarion University, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education in 1984.
Chris first had worked for Children & Youth in his earlier years, then at Universal Well Services of Bradford. He lastly worked as a self employed laborer in Smethport.
Chris was a member of St. Elizabeth Church, Smethport, where he was always available for helping with maintenance to the grounds and building for many years, the Smethport Food Bank, the Keating Sportsmen Club and the McKean County Historical Society.
(Editor’s note: The following is the third in a four-part series of op-eds by Olean Food Pantry board members in preparation for the Season of Giving.)
By Jamie Kohn
Olean Food Pantry board member
I’ve seen a lot in my life. I served my country in the military and traveled to parts of the world where people faced hardships I couldn’t have imagined growing up in Western New York. But what really breaks my heart is that, here in our own community, I’m now seeing hunger on a scale I never thought possible.
OLEAN, NY – Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, will be hosting open interviews on Thursday, November 14 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will take place in the Education Center, located on the first floor of the hospital.
Open interviews will be coordinated for all departments, clinical and non-clinical. OGH is hiring for various positions at all levels within the organization from entry level to management. Entry level positions include food and nutrition, housekeeping, nurse assistants, and patient access. Nursing recruitment continues to be a main priority for the organization from LPNs to RNs in multiple departments throughout the hospital. Job offers to qualifying applicants will be made on the spot!
Bridge and Roadway Expansion Joint Repair Project Starts Next Week on I-180 in the City of Williamsport, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a bridge and roadway expansion joint repair project will begin next week on Interstate 180 eastbound and westbound between Maynard Street and Faxon Street in the City of Williamsport, Lycoming County.
Lighting Project Next Week on Route 15 and I-180 in Williamsport, Lycoming County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a lighting project is scheduled next week on Route 15 and Interstate 180, near the spur in the City of Williamsport, Lycoming County.
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford was named one of the Best for Vets: Colleges by Military Times, the premier dedicated independent news source for active-duty military, their families and retirees.
Pitt-Bradford was the smallest public university in Pennsylvania that was recognized and the only campus in the University of Pittsburgh system. Military Times named 12 Pennsylvania colleges to its guide and 29 across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Sandra L. “Sandie” Ehrensberger, 73, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 8, 2024, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born on June 21, 1951 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Earl and Clara Ferris VanAlstine.
On August 9, 1969, she married the love of her life, George Ehrensberger, who survives. Together they were blessed with more than 55 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
Daniel J. Frederick, 68 of Hookstown (Hanover twp.) formerly of Carnegie and Port Allegany passed Saturday evening, November 9, 2024 at UPMC Passavant, North Hills surrounded by his beloved family. Born December 11, 1955, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late John P. and Esther (Bowman) Frederick.
James A. Johnson, 84, of Ridgway, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at his residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.
Mary L. (Butler) Chilson, 80, of Coudersport, passed away Thursday November 7, 2024, at home, surrounded by family. She was born September 5, 1944, in Coudersport, to Glen and Verna Louise (McGibney) Butler. She worked, at different times, for Adelphia, as a teacher’s aide for the Coudersport Area School District, and as an assistant manager for Rite Aid. She married Gary Chilson, and enjoyed crocheting.
Mary is survived by three sons: Keith Chilson (Stacey) of Coudersport, Kevin Chilson of Emporium, and Kelly Chilson (Yasmin) of Universal City, TX; a daughter: Kathy VanDell (Glen) of Richmond, KY; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three sisters and four brothers. In accordance with her wishes, the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home 210 N. East Street Coudersport, PA is entrusted with her arrangements and there will be a private memorial service at the convenience of her family.
To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Evelyn TURNER, 90, of Riverside Drive, Wellsville, NY, died Friday, November 8, 2024 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Born April 2, 1934, in Louisa, KY, she was the daughter of Earl and Alma Katherine Lemaster Branham. On October 8, 1952, she married Henry L. Turner, Jr., who predeceased her on August 26, 2008. A graduate of Louisa High School, she and her husband owned and operated Turner & McNerney Pipeline Contractors, Inc. in Wellsville, where she managed finances, human resources, records, and internal controls for the company as assistant vice president and business manager. Evelyn was a strong supporter and friend of the Alfred State Culinary Arts Department.
David G. Anderson, 75, of 6624 Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road, Johnsonburg, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 8, 2024 at his residence.
Arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Johnsonburg, PA 15845.
The Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s cross-country team is seeking continued improvement on the NCAA regional level when it competes on Saturday in the D-III Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship; while in competition over the past week, the historical women’s soccer season came to an end, and basketball season began.
Cross-Country
Fresh off winning its second consecutive United East Championship a week ago, the men’s team has risen in the Mid-Atlantic Regional ranks over each of the past three seasons, as it was 27th in 2021, 25th in 2022 and 20th last season.
Racing at Lock Haven University’s West Branch Course starts at 11 a.m. for the women and noon for the men.
