Rew Dispatched For Crash on Rew Hill
At 4:50 PM on Thursday, Rew Fire Dept. & Bradford City ambulance were dispatched to the Bradford Side of Rew Hill in Foster Twp. for a motor vehicle crash.
At 4:50 PM on Thursday, Rew Fire Dept. & Bradford City ambulance were dispatched to the Bradford Side of Rew Hill in Foster Twp. for a motor vehicle crash.
HARRISBURG – Working to provide law enforcement officials with more tools in their arsenal to prosecute individuals on charges related to “swatting,” a dangerous act where a person places a hoax 911 alleging a hostage situation or other serious threat, a group of House Republicans announced they’ll introduce a series of bills.
There has been an uptick in instances of swatting in recent years, including an incident earlier this month at a York County Walmart where a caller falsely claimed someone had been shot, hostages were taken and bombs had been placed in the store. Not knowing swatting calls are hoaxes, law enforcement officers must take them seriously and often respond with a large police presence, including crisis response teams, or SWAT teams, hence the term swatting.
Knowing the potential for serious or deadly consequences, the great cost to respond to false alarms and taking police officers away from real work, Reps. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh), Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester), Dawn Keefer (R-York) and Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) will introduce legislation to assure those engaging in false reports are held accountable.
MoreSmethport – James R. McDowell, 89, of Crosby, PA passed away Thursday (February 22, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
(WHTM) – A Pennsylvania man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges related to the January 6 attack at the U.S. Capitol.
The Department of Justice says Kim Eugene Decker II, 42, of Genesee, Potter County was charged with felony civil disorder and misdemeanor offenses including entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds, disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds, violent entry and disorderly conduct in Capitol grounds, and parading, demonstrating, or picketing in a Capitol building.
The Justice Department says Decker was identified through images and video sources as one of the first people to breach a bike rack barrier. Decker is also accused of overrunning police and of being inside the Capitol for seven minutes. Read more………….
On February 22, at 3:31 pm Coogan House was dispatched to Rt. 15 South for a motor vehicle accident
On February 22, at 3:26 pm Otto Twp Fire Dept. was dispatched to 1164 Main St. in Otto Twp. for a pole fire
The Friends of the S.W. Smith Memorial Public Library will host a gently used book sale on February 23 & 24 from 9am-3pm in the library at 201 E Maple Street in Port Allegany, PA!
COUDERSPORT – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is inviting area residents to his upcoming “Coffee and Conversation” in Potter County for a discussion of state and local issues.
The event will be held at 8 a.m. Friday, March 1, at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, 5660 US-6 W, Ulysses.
“I hope people will take the opportunity to come out to learn more about the issues we are working on in Harrisburg and to share their questions and concerns,” Causer said.
RSVPs are requested. Sign up at www.RepCauser.com or call the Coudersport office at 814-274-9769.
At 12:10 PM on Thursday, Mansfield Fire & EMS has been dispatched to assist State Police at a motor vehicle crash at 49 South Bullis Road in Richmond Twp.
The Rotary Club of Bradford sponsored a new awards podium for the McKean County Special Olympics. Pat Ryan, Special Olympics Team Leader, accepted a check for $1,000 to cover the cost of the podium and the additional funds provided will support the many activities of the organization.
Patrol Officers responded to the area of the 100 Block of W. Riverside Drive for a report of a 29-year-old male who had been shot this morning at approximately 3:45 a.m.
After locating this male, Olean City Fire Department transported the male to the Olean General Hospital.
It has been determined that the shooting actually occurred on the 200 Block of W. State St. The Criminal Investigation unit also responded and are still investigating this crime.
The injuries to the victim appear to be non-life threatening and he is currently being treated at the Erie County Medical Center.
No one has been arrested at this time. Please call the Criminal Unit if you have any information or may have witnessed this crime at 716-376-5673 or dispatch at 716-376-5677.
The Education Council is hosting a free marketing series presented by PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center. “The Core of Small Business Marketing” is Part One of a three-part series about marketing your small business. Part Two is entitled “Better Marketing Brings Better Customers,” and Part Three is “Bringing Your Marketing to an Expert Level.”
MoreAt 9:49 AM on Thursday, Tioga Fire Dept. has been dispatched to Tioga Container for an inside gas leak. A gas line was struck. Gas is turned off but whole building is full of gas. Evacuation of the facility is in progress.
Smethport – Raymond G. Bigley, 71, of Smethport, PA passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at his residence.
He was born November 22, 1952 in Elk County, the son of Robert and Marjorie (Lushbaugh) Bigley. In 1981, in Eldred, PA, he married Gloria J. Bennett, who survives.
Ray was a graduate of Smethport Area High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1972 to 1976.
He worked as a contractor for Wayne & Johnson Roofing, Dick Feile Construction and lastly for Hammer & Nail Construction of Smethport.
Ray was a member of the American Legion, loved to hunt, go to estate sales, collect tools and knives, and “puttering” around his garage.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
MoreNational Weather Service State College PA
535 AM EST Thu Feb 22 2024
…PATCHY FREEZING RAIN POSSIBLE THIS MORNING…
Moisture running over a shallow, near to slightly sub-freezing
layer of air near the ground will create the chance for some
pockets of freezing rain throughout the deeper valleys of Northern
Pennsylvania this morning, where colder and more dense air has
settled overnight.
Some untreated surfaces could become coated with a thin layer of
black ice, so allow extra time and use caution when heading out
for your morning commute to work and school this morning.
Temperatures will rise above freezing in all areas by 10 or 11 AM
today, ending the threat of freezing rain.
Lambert/Gartner
Hebron Center Christian School will be operating on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, February 22.
Jennifer Beckjord, PsyD
UPMC Center for Eating Disorders
Western Behavioral Health
Eating disorders are serious conditions that go beyond dieting or wanting to lose weight – they can significantly affect one’s physical and mental health and overall well-being. In addition, out of all mental illnesses, eating disorders have one of the highest mortality rates and can be life-threatening if left untreated.
Approximately 9% of the U.S. population, or nearly 30 million people, will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime. Recognizing early warning signs and getting treatment right away is key to preventing long-term health consequences and promoting recovery. Increasing public awareness and knowledge about eating disorders is an important part of prevention. Annual campaigns such as the upcoming Eating Disorders Awareness Week, February 26 – March 3, help raise awareness and understanding about eating disorders and engage support for individuals and their families affected by them.
Types of Eating Disorders
MoreHow many times do we encounter hearing-impaired people and wish that we could communicate with them? As we age, we gradually lose some of our hearing. Sign language can help. Also, mothers of pre-lingual children can use sign language as a tool with their little ones. Here is your opportunity to learn basic sign language that could help you or someone you care about.
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Smethport – Kara Jo Towner, 40, of Smethport, PA passed away Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at her residence.
She was born June 26, 1983 in Bradford, the daughter of Kent J. and Sharon (Shaffer) Towner.
Kara was a graduate of Smethport Area High School Class of 2001 and she loved dolphins, enjoyed gardening, art and playing jokes on people.
MoreJoy L. Bolling “beloved mother and grandmother”
COUDERSPORT, PA—Joy L. Bolling, 51, of Coudersport, formerly of Roulette, passed away with her loving sons by her side on Monday, February 19, 2024, in UPMC Cole, after a long illness.
Born on Tuesday, October 17, 1972 in Coudersport, she was a daughter of Dean and Charlene Grandin Meacham.
Joy was a 1991 graduate of Port Allegany High School. She was employed for many years by Helpmates in Coudersport and at the time of her passing was employed by Dickinson Center Inc. in Coudersport.
Joy was a member of the Bradford Vets Club. She enjoyed art, reading, and crocheting. Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
MoreSmethport – Raymond G. Bigley, 71, of Smethport, PA passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at his residence.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Doris Ann BORCHERT, 88, of Wellsville, NY, a long-time seminary professor and great-grandmother, passed away on January 30, 2024, leaving behind her husband of sixty-four years, Dr. Gerald Leo Borchert, 91, a New Testament scholar.
MoreJack M. HAMILTON, 72, of Coudersport, PA, died Monday, February 19, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born July 25, 1951, in Coudersport, he was the son of Marshall and Kathleen June Haskins Hamilton. On September 3, 1983, in Coudersport, he married the former Linda L. Trott, who survives.
A 1969 graduate of Coudersport High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1970 – 1973, stationed in Korea at the DMZ. He was employed by various companies in the pipeline industry as a radiographer, worked in the nuclear industry as a quality control inspector, employed by Tri-County, and retired from Dominion as an Instrumentation Technician.
Jack was a member of Coudersport Golf Club.
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