Shinglehouse Ambulance to West Academy Street
At 6:19 PM on Saturday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been called to West Academy Street for a “Medical Alert” call for a woman fallen.
At 6:19 PM on Saturday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been called to West Academy Street for a “Medical Alert” call for a woman fallen.
BRADFORD – Applications for the 2023 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now open, and Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is reminding area residents that free assistance is available through his office.
Even more senior citizens and people with disabilities are eligible for rebates through the program this year thanks to a new state law that increased income eligibility limits to $45,000 for both homeowners and renters, excluding 50% of Social Security income. The maximum rebate was also increased from $650 to $1,000.
“At a time when many are struggling to meet the rising cost of inflation, this is a great opportunity for people on fixed incomes to get some help with their rent or property taxes,” Causer said. “My office is happy to help make that happen at no charge.”
In addition to offering assistance at the Bradford, Coudersport and Kane legislative offices, Causer has also scheduled a series of Property Tax/Rent Rebate clinics across the area. The schedule is as follows:
More“Even though the calendar says it’s still winter, spring will be here before we know it,” said Brian Niewinski, Director of the PFBC’s Bureau of Hatcheries. “For many people, fishing on the Opening Day of Trout Season in Pennsylvania and the weeks that follow is a tradition that they look forward to all year long. Now that the anxiously awaited trout stocking schedule has been posted, anglers can start preparing by purchasing their fishing licenses, getting their gear ready, and planning their fishing trips.”
The trout stocking schedule is searchable by county, lists the waterways in alphabetical order, and indicates stocking dates, meeting locations for volunteers, and the species of trout that are planned to be stocked at each location. In 2024, Pennsylvania’s statewide Opening Day of Trout Season will be held on Saturday, April 6. A single, statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day will take place on Saturday, March 30.
To prepare for the start of the season, stocking operations are set to begin the week of February 19. Anglers should note that fishing is not permitted on lakes and streams designated as Stocked Trout Waters from February 19 to 8 a.m. on the opening day of trout season, with the exception of the Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day, unless waters are included in the Stocked Trout Waters Open to Year-Round Fishing program.
Timothy J. WHITE, 62, of Mansfield, PA, formerly of New Holland and Harrison Valley, died Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in Hershey Medical Center.
Born May 9, 1961, in Coudersport, he was the son of Thomas G. White and Shirley Dunham White Davis.
A 1979 graduate of Northern Potter High School, he was employed by WW Disposal and owned and operated T. White Trucking for over 20 years, retiring in 2018.
Surviving are: his mother and step-father, Shirley and Bill Davis of Ellisburg; five brothers, Thomas G. White, II of Westfield, Todd L. (Pamela) White of Harrison Valley, Theodore J. (Brandi) White of Harrison Valley, Benjamin White of Wellsboro, and his other brother, Rick (Ann) Teller of Harrison Valley; two sisters, Tamela Rae (Raymond) Barrow of The Villages, FL and Whitney (Michael) Andreula of Jackson, NJ; two step-sisters, Debbie (Kevin) Miller of Coudersport and Dawn (Joe) Correll of Clinton, WI; two aunts, Geraldine Bassney of Tioga and Ruth Peters of Corning, NY; an uncle, Leon Dunham of Westfield; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father.
Friends may call Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 PM at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Funeral Services will be held on 11:00 AM, Wednesday in the Harrison Valley Alliance Church. Rev. Kevin Cornish, Pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Whites Corners Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to American Eagles Motorcycle Club (memo line—2024 toy fund drive), P.O. Box 201, Ulysses, PA 16948. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
The Master Watershed Steward program of Warren, Erie, and Crawford Counties is now accepting applications for the 2024 spring training! The 2024 spring training for the Master Watershed Steward program begins March 14th and runs through June 20th. Applications are now being accepted through Feb 15th for the Warren, Erie, and Crawford County program. Interested applicants can apply directly through this link: https://pennstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eLhq9J1HsIFhpzf
Learn more by watching our recent information session: https://psu.mediaspace.kaltura.com/media/Master+Watershed+Steward+Info+Session+-+Erie%2C+Warren%2C+Crawford+Counties/1_3ryqdx80
Contact Amber Stilwell, the program coordinator, if you have any questions: ars26@psu.edu<mailto:ars26@psu.edu>, 814.898.7086
See our website for more: https://extension.psu.edu/programs/watershed-stewards/counties/crawford-erie-warren
Marguerite J. “Susie” HALLADAY, 80, of Wellsville, NY, died Thursday, February 1, 2024 in Jones Memorial Hospital.
Born February 25, 1943, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Paul M. and Louise A. Tait Cole. On February 1, 1959, in Oswayo, PA, she married Maxwell E. “Max” Halladay, who predeceased her on January 11, 2018.
MoreLouise E. KEMP, 91, of Charleston, WV, died Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in English Meadows, Scott Depot, WV.
Born April 11, 1932, in Potter Brook, PA, she was the daughter of Kenneth C. and Lottie V. Thompson Abbott. On July 19, 1952, in Potter Brook, PA, she married Shirland D. Kemp, who predeceased her on April 21, 2022.
A graduate of Westfield High School and Hornell Business School, she was employed by Sylvania, Galeton Production, Valley Grove Elementary School Library, and P.S.I. in Georgia.
MoreSylvia P. BUCK, 92, of Ulysses, PA, died Friday, January 26, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born January 12, 1932, in Wellsville, NY, she was the daughter of Louis D. and Splendina Capriotti Peangatelli.
She was a 1950 graduate of Genesee High School. On July 19, 1950, in Genesee, she married Raymond E. Buck, who predeceased her on July 18, 2022.
Sylvia and her husband owned and operated a dairy farm in Ulysses for many years. She attended the Galeton First Baptist Church.
MoreOn February 3 at 2:11 pm Nelson and Lawrenceville were dispatched to Rt. 49 and Bailey Hill Rd. for a two vehicle crash with one possibly injured. One vehicle is in the roadway.
On February at 1:44 pm Ridgway Fire Dept. was dispatched to the Masonic building in Ridgway for a smoke alarm on the 2nd story
Ronald D. Nelson
COUDERSPORT, PA—Ronald D. Nelson, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, died February 2, 2024, with his loving family by his side in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
He was born September 2, 1941, in Coudersport, the son of Arnold and Antoinette “Tillie” Walaski Nelson.
Ron proudly graduated from the Coudersport High School, Class of 1959 and attended Williamsport Technical Institute and served NFG as a Corrosion Specialist. After his retirement, he landed his dream job at Coolridge Potato Farm.
He married fellow classmate, Kristine Fisher. They celebrated 60 wonderful years of marriage and made many memories at Red Pine. They have three daughters, Lori (Gregory) Sevinsky of Lisbon, NH, Teri (Brent) Beacker of Coudersport and Aimee (Arnold) Wykoff of Kunkletown, PA; five grandchildren, Regan (Pete) Sevinsky, Tara (Nick) Gregsak, Skyler (Tim) Gaberseck, Logan (Amber) Marshall and Alexis (Brock) Wilson; 6 great grandchildren, Tye, Brynn, Joseph, Kane, Garrett, Anna and two precious ones on the way.
Throughout his life he cherished his family above all else, starting with his mother Tillie, sisters Beverly Coppersmith and Ruth Hults (deceased) and brother Arnold Nelson, along with several nieces and nephews.
Ron was a loyal member of the Knights of Columbus where he earned his 4th Degree. He was involved with the Coudersport Jaycees, St. Eulalia Yardbirds, and he lived by the motto of serving others. He was an avid Coudersport Falcon sports fan, fisherman, hunter, golfer and outdoorsman. He was also well known for his canning, pickling and jerky making.
MoreOn February 3 at 12:06 am Bradford City Fire Dept. was dispatched for a possible structure fire at West Corydon St. and Moorehouse Place. All units have been recalled
It has been 4 years since the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce hosted knitting and crocheting on Tuesday nights. Recently an Emporium resident requested that a crafter night be held at the facility. Kari Doud will host the events Tuesday nights from 6-8pm.
Executive Director Tina Solak said she has been looking for a person to resurrect the weekly free program after receiving numerous inquiries about the status of the program.
MoreHarrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) today announced its most recent cadet selection cycle yielded 1,830 applicants eligible for the state trooper exam, another substantive increase in applications nearly six months after Governor Shapiro waived the college credit requirement for applicants. Many of those eligible applicants, 41 percent, previously could not pursue careers as state troopers due to the college credit requirement.
“We’re pleased to see this increase in applications from women and men with the passion and determination to be part of something bigger than themselves, individuals willing to go above and beyond to serve and protect, with character and strong moral fiber not exclusive to those with a college education,” said Colonel Christopher Paris, Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. “I wish them success as they pursue a challenging but rewarding career as a state trooper.”
During the three-month cycle from November 1 to January 31, PSP received eligible applications from 752 individuals who listed a high school diploma or equivalent as their highest level of education, while 581 applicants had some college but no degree. Of the remaining applicants, 170 attained an associate degree, 288 earned a bachelor’s degree, and 39 completed a master’s degree.
At the direction of Governor Shapiro, PSP suspended its educational requirement of 60 college credits on August 28, 2023. During the last hiring cycle with the credit requirement in the first half of 2023, PSP received 1,374 eligible applications over six months. The first hiring cycle without the college credit requirement was open just two months, yet PSP received 1,545 eligible applications.
Applicants have until February 7, 2024, to take the state trooper exam, the next stage of the hiring process.
MorePA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Township, Tioga County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/29/2024 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Township, Tioga county. CSL 402(b) – POTENTIAL POLLUTION – Conducting an activity regulated by a permit issued pursuant to Section 402 of The Clean Streams Law to prevent the potential of pollution to waters of the Commonwealth without a permit or contrary to a permit issued under that authority by the Department. |
Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-29 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
COUDERSPORT, PA—Ronald D. Nelson, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA passed away with his loving family by his side on Friday, February 2, 2024, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
To pay respects to Ron and his family, friends may call from 10am to 11am on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the gathering space of St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am in the church on Tuesday with the Rev. Christopher Wheeler, pastor, as celebrant.
A complete obituary will follow.
Ron’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
Saturday, February 10th, 2024
9:00 A.M.-9:45 A.M –Coffee with the Birds– Enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa, INDOORS, as we participate in a Project Feeder Watch bird count and learn to identify the birds visiting the feeders just outside the classroom window.
Stop by anytime. Repeat visitors are welcome.
No pre-registration needed.
Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
Saturday, February 17th, 2024
10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M-Snowshoeing for Beginners– Snowshoeing is a great way to explore your favorite trails in winter. New to the sport? No problem! Park staff will help you get started. Snowshoes and trekking poles will be provided.
Program will begin indoors with an introduction to snowshoeing equipment and styles, followed by a guided practice instruction on level ground, then a short excursion on the trail.
If snow depth is insufficient for snowshoeing, the indoor portion of the program will still be held, followed by a nature hike.
Program is free, but pre-registration is required by Thursday, 2/15.
Register at: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sinnemahoning_state_park
Meets at: The Wildlife Center
Sunday, February 18th, 2024
9:00 A.M.-9:45 A.M –Coffee with the Birds– Enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa, INDOORS, as we learn to identify the birds visiting the feeders just outside the classroom window. Our count will be added to the effort of the Great Backyard Bird Count, a global citizen science project that happens every February.
Stop by anytime. Repeat visitors are welcome.
No pre-registration needed.
Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
Sunday, February 18th, 2024
2:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M –Virtual Eclipse Basics – Did you know that a total solar eclipse is going to be visible across Pennsylvania on April 8th? Tune in for this virtual program and learn all about eclipses and how to safely view the April total solar eclipse.
Program is free but pre-registration is required by Friday, 2/16
Register at: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sinnemahoning_state_park
Gloria A. Galentine, 72, of Turtlepoint, passed away unexpectedly Friday (February 2, 2024) at Bradford Regional Medical Center, Bradford.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 6, from 11AM-1PM, at the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 2 Bank St., Smethport, where funeral and committal services will begin at 1 PM following visitation. Burial will be in Annin Creek Cemetery.
A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
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District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the Buffalo man charged with various crimes throughout McKean County pled guilty yesterday in front of a Judge at the McKean County Courthouse. Clyde Hoskins, of Buffalo, was charged with Burglary and drug crimes in several jurisdictions across McKean County between March and October, 2023.
Hoskins was initially charged by Foster Township Police and, as a result of the arrest, the vehicle he was driving was impounded and taken to a building owned by Tuna Valley Towing. Following investigation, Hoskins was identified and charged by City of Bradford Police with breaking into the building, retrieving evidence out of the vehicle, and stealing a surveillance camera owned by the company.
MoreDistrict Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the person reported to be the primary fentanyl dealer in the Kane area has been sentenced to state prison following a sentencing hearing at the McKean County Courthouse on February 1st. Catherine Morrison, of Kane, was charged by the McKean County Drug Task Force with Dealing in Proceeds of Unlawful Activities and several Drug Deliveries around the Kane Area.
Last fall, the McKean County Drug Task Force received a tip that Catherine Morrison was the primary fentanyl dealer in the Kane Area and actively selling narcotics around Kane.
Chief County Detective Ryan Yingling initiated an investigation after receiving reports from citizens who reported their suspicions to Chief Yingling. Over the next several weeks, Detectives set up surveillance on Morrison and charged her with delivering drugs as well as using the proceeds of drug sales to promote additional drug sales.
Between September 28, 2023 and October 24, 2023, Morrison delivered Methamphetamine and/or a Fentanyl/Xylazine mixture on three occasions in the Kane area. Immediately after the third delivery occurred, Detectives initiated a traffic stop on Morrison and executed a search warrant at the residence at which she resided. Additional Methamphetamine and Fentanyl/Xylazine mixtures were located. Xylazine was just classified as a Schedule III controlled substance in Pennsylvania in June due to its potency and dangerous effects. It is a sedative approved for veterinarian use. It is often seen combined with Fentanyl. Fentanyl is known to be mixed with nearly every drug and often leads to drug overdose deaths.
MoreThe indoor winter Potter County Farmers Market can be found in the Riley Gallery, the first Saturday of the month from 10 am to 2 pm. THE NEXT MARKET WILL BE THIS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD (weather permitting). Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market
MoreBRADFORD, Pa. — Bill Kline, director of computing, telecommunications and media services, has received the staff recognition award from his fellow staff members at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
Kline, who has worked at Pitt-Bradford since 1984, two years before earning his Bachelor of Science in computer science, was nominated by Systems Analyst Steven Ellison.
MoreWe have identified what we believe to be an increase in methamphetamine mixed with fentanyl that has resulted in deaths in the last 30 days. Other deaths are under investigation and pending toxicology and autopsy. We are in contact with our law enforcement partners in surrounding counties and local law enforcement is investigating each overdose death.
We caution all users that any substance has the potential of being mixed with fentanyl which increases its lethality. Previously, heroin was the substance most often thought of as being mixed with fentanyl. Users may opt for other substances under the mistaken belief that they are safer and would not contain fentanyl. That is not accurate. Anyone who has what they believe to be a controlled substance in their possession should assume the substance contains fentanyl.
We also reiterate that anyone providing controlled substances to someone faces strict penalties. If a drug causes a death, anyone in the chain can be charged with the crime of Drug Delivery Resulting in Death. In other words, McKean County Law Enforcement investigates every overdose death as a possible Drug Delivery Resulting in Death prosecution and every person in the chain – from the person who gave the drug directly to the victim, the person who gave the drug to that person, the person who packaged it, etc. can be prosecuted.
McKean County has medication drop boxes throughout the county that are available for any person to deposit substances and we urge citizens to deposit any such substance in the boxes. The medication drop boxes are located within the Bradford City Police Department, Bradford Township Police Department, Kane Borough Municipal Building, McKean County Sheriffs’ Department and Pennsylvania State Police-Lewis Run. Parents should be on the lookout for tin foil or baggies containing powder or crystalized substance.
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/136029/post/alert-fentanyl-mixed-methamphetamine-suspected-deaths
Need help starting seedlings for your garden?
The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library invites you to join them on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 5 PM as Penn State Master Gardener, Stephen Marconi teaches you how to get seedlings started for your gardens. Now is the perfect time to start thinking about your spring garden! The fee for the class is $10. Call library staff at 814-486-8011 to register.
PA Permit Violation Issued to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/26/2024 to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean county. 78.53 – EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL – Operator failed to design, implement and maintain best management practices and an erosion and sediment control plan in accordance with 25 Pa. Code Chapter 102, during and after earthmoving or soil disturbing activities, including the activities related to siting, drilling, completing, producing, servicing and plugging, constructing, utilizing and restoring the site and access road. |
Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-26 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/26/2024 to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean county. 102.4(b)1 – EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS – Person conducting earth disturbance activity failed to implement and maintain E & S BMPs to minimize the potential for accelerated erosion and sedimentation. |
Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-26 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/26/2024 to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean county. CSL 401 – PROHIBITION AGAINST OTHER POLLUTIONS – Discharged substance of any kind or character resulting in pollution of Waters of the Commonwealth. |
Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-26 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 1/26/2024 to HOWARD DRILLING INC in Wetmore Township, McKean county. 102.22(a) – SITE STABILIZATION – PERMANENT STABILIZATION – Permitee failed to have site permanently stabilized and protected from accelerated erosion and sedimentation upon final completion of earth disturbance activity. |
Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-26 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |