Port Allegany Ambulance to Rt. 155
At 10:56 AM on Wednesday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been called to 2600 block of RT. 155 for a fall victim.
At 10:56 AM on Wednesday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been called to 2600 block of RT. 155 for a fall victim.
COUDERSPORT, Jan. 31, 2024 – UPMC has expanded stroke specialty care services at UPMC Cole by offering 24/7, 365 virtual consultation services with world-renowned stroke specialists from UPMC Stroke Institute at UPMC Presbyterian, a certified Comprehensive Stroke Center.
“This collaboration is giving our patients superior access to quality stroke specialty care close to home which is very important because time is a critical element of stroke care,” said Gaurav Dighe, M.D., medical director, Stroke Care, UPMC in North Central Pa. “We are harnessing telemedicine technology to enhance and support the local emergency department teams who are already providing exceptional care and can benefit from additional medical expertise in complicated cases. With this service, the tools are in place to provide fast access to lifesaving treatments helping improve outcomes and prevent or reduce long-term disability from stroke.”
When a patient is suspected of having a stroke, the physician engages the Telestroke team through a virtual consultation. The remote specialist can ask the on-site doctor and patient questions, review the brain scans and lab work, assess how severe the symptoms and whether they could be due to a stroke, and guide the doctor on treatment or whether to transfer the patient to a comprehensive stroke center or higher level of care for further evaluation.
“It’s a challenge to have specialists on-call and on-campus 24/7 at our hospitals, especially our smaller, more rural hospitals like UPMC Cole,” said David Lopatofsky, M.D., chief medical officer and vice president of Medical Affairs, UPMC in North Central Pa. “With innovative telemedicine programs like Telestroke, we’re seamlessly leveraging our expertise from across the system to effectively use telemedicine technology and other resources to keep patients connected to their providers and enhance specialty care needed closer to home.”
To learn more about the comprehensive stroke care services available at UPMC in North Central Pa., visit UPMC.com/NeuroNCPA.
January 31st, 2024—The Potter County Jail Board public meeting originally scheduled for Feb. 2 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held at noon on Tuesday, March 1, at the F.W. Gunzburger County Office Building auditorium. Telephone access to the meetings is available at 814-274-0844; PIN is #114477.
During the board’s most recent meeting, Sheriff Kevin Siska and Commissioner Robert Rossman were welcomed as new members. They succeed Glenn Drake and Barry Hayman, respectively. Other board members are Judge Stephen Minor, District Attorney Andy Watson, and Commissioners Nancy Grupp and Paul Heimel. Those with questions or comments about the jail are reminded that they can submit them to the board through an email sent to pcjailboard@pottercountypa.net.
January 28th, 2024
Potter County Commissioners Nancy Grupp, Robert Rossman and Paul Heimel have provided an update on their ongoing Operational Improvement Initiatives:
1– Information Technology Upgrade
Goals: Improve functionality and security.
CURRENT STATUS: Completed
2 — Risk Management at Potter County Jail
Goal: In partnership with the Potter County Jail Board, retain the Pa. Counties Risk Pool (PCoRP) to conduct a comprehensive risk management review of the county jail and develop a plan to implement recommendations.
CURRENT STATUS: Implementation of recommendations/best practices underway.
3 — Grant Writing/Administration
Goal: To make Potter County more competitive in qualifying for federal, state and foundational grants; to coordinate the pursuit of grants with county departments and agencies, local governments, community organizations, regional agencies and other stakeholders.
CURRENT STATUS: In progress.
4 — Short- and Long-Term Financial/Operational Management Planning
Goal: Engage with the Pa. Dept. of Community and Economic Development to qualify for DCED’s Strategic Management Planning Program and implement consultants’ recommendations.
CURRENT STATUS: DCED grant approved; awaiting bid packages from consultants.
5 — Update of Human Resources Policies
Goal: Engage a PCoRP risk management specialist to review county personnel policies and a broad spectrum of related issues.
CURRENT STATUS: Review has been completed and draft findings submitted by consultant for review and implementation by county administration.
6—Strategic Economic and Community Development/”Revitalize Potter County”
Goal: Coordination, communication and unified long-term planning to implement high-priority community/economic development strategies identified in the Potter County Comprehensive Plan 2020-2029 to address population loss and youth outmigration.
CURRENT STATUS: In progress
7—Improvement of 911 Emergency Communications System
Goals: Inspection of county 911 emergency communications towers/infrastructure to ensure reliable 24/7 coverage; assistance to local fire, ambulance, police and other public safety agencies; improved communications with local emergency service providers.
CURRENT STATUS: In progress
At 9:11 AM on Wednesday, St. Marys Fire Dept. has been dispatched to 122 Center Street for a report of natural gas smell coming from a residence.
BLACK HOLE ROAD CULVERT REPLACEMENT:
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP, POTTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Sealed bids for the Black Hole Road Culvert Replacement project consisting mainly of demolition and disposal of the existing 4’ diameter, 2’ diameter, and 1.25’ diameter culvert pipes, installation of a new corrugated metal pipe arch with headwalls and wingwalls, roadway repair, and associated stream restoration being comprised of scour hole repair will be received by the Summit Township Supervisors, Potter County, Pennsylvania, until 6:00 pm, on February 29, 2024, at the Summit Township Office located at 811 Big Moores Run Road, Coudersport, PA 16915.
The bids will be publicly opened and read at the Summit Township meeting at 6:00 pm on March 5, 2024. Bids should be sealed and clearly marked “Sealed Bids for the Black Hole Road Culvert Replacement”. Plans, specifications, and bid forms may be examined at the office of E & M Engineers and Surveyors, P.C., 24 Derrick Road, Bradford, PA 16701. Copies of specifications and bid forms may be obtained from the office of E & M Engineers and Surveyors, P.C., for a non-refundable price of $50.00 payable to the Summit Township Supervisors.
There will be a $25 postage fee payable to E & M Engineers and Surveyors, P.C. for mailing bidding documents. Addenda, if any, will be issued to only those persons whose name and address are on record with the owner as having obtained the bidding documents. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on February 12, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. The meeting location will be at the project site near the intersection of Black Hole Road and First Fork Road, Coudersport, PA.
All Bidders are required to attend. A certified check or bank draft, payable to the order of the Summit Township Supervisors or a satisfactory Bid Bond executed by the Bidder and an acceptable surety, in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total of the Bid shall be submitted with each bid. A performance bond and payment bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100 %) of the contract as awarded will be required as security for faithful performance of the contract. The successful contractor will be required to comply with all applicable prevailing wage rates, and the contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, or handicap. Proposals must be submitted on the forms prescribed. The Owner reserves the right, as its interests may require, to reject any and all proposals or waive any formalities or technicalities. Summit Township Supervisor
On January 30 at 7:18 pm Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to Rt. 155 North for general illness
On January 29th, 2024 at approximately 9:07PM, following a report of a domestic dispute, Cuba Police arrested Conner D. Strong (20) of Cuba, NY.
Strong was arrested on charges of criminal mischief 4th (Misdemeanor), criminal obstruction of breathing (Misdemeanor), unlawful imprisonment 2nd (Misdemeanor) and assault 2nd (Felony).
Strong was processed, placed in front of a Cuba Town Justice and sent to the Allegany County Jail on $10,000.00 bail. Strong is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Jett Finch has been selected as the Student of the Week for his outstanding performance and dedication in the Heavy Equipment Maintenance program.
Jett’s positive attitude, commitment to learning, and active participation in both academic and extracurricular activities have truly set him apart. Jett consistently demonstrates a strong academic aptitude in his first year of Heavy Equipment Maintenance. His proficiency in the program’s core subjects is commendable, reflecting his dedication to mastering the material.
Jett’s excellence extends beyond the classroom, as he excels in his electives, showcasing a well-rounded academic approach. In addition to his academic accomplishments, Jett is an active participant in sports for the Coudersport School District. His commitment to athletics reflects a balanced approach to his overall development. Jett’s involvement in sports not only contributes to his physical well-being but also emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills.
Mary L. Strutt, 85, of Smethport, PA passed away Tuesday (January 30, 2024) at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
At 4:20 PM on Tuesday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to North Hollow Road for a possible CVA.
Gloria Jean Sarginger, 68, a resident at Elk Haven Nursing Home, passed away Monday, January 29, 2024 at Elk Haven.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Today, my office filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, supporting unrestricted access to reproductive healthcare and medication, like mifepristone, which has been proven to be safe, affordable and vital healthcare.
@GovernorShapiro filed a similar brief, joining 21 other governors who support a women’s right to choose. Both briefs are aimed at the Supreme Court’s review of the 5th Circuit reversal of the FDA’s approval of mifepristone.
Access to mifepristone has had a monumental impact in PA, where women can rely on the medication as a safe and affordable care option. I cannot and will not stand silent as those rights are threatened and women face potential physical harm without safe reproductive care options.
Read more: https://www.governor.pa.gov/…/governor-shapiro-and-ag…/
At 3:35 PM on Tuesday, Westons Mills Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Windfall Road & Dugan Road for a two-vehicle crash. One vehicle is in the roadway. The other vehicle is over an embankment.
COUDERSPORT, PA—Erika Frank Lentz passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024. She was born in Vienna, Austria to the parents of Anna Hopfinger Frank and Koloman Frank on August 26, 1928. She had 4 siblings, Eda, Elfie, Koloman and Walter. She had 4 half-siblings, Ernestina, Koloman, Heidi and Hans. Her family lived and siblings grew up during World War II. Erika was 10 years old when the war started.
Her half-sister Ernestina married after the occupation and left with her family for Australia with no contact from then on. Her brother Koloman at age 17 was required to serve in the military and after only six months was reported as missing in action and assumed killed.
In 1947 after being liberated by the United States she met a soldier and his name was Lawrence M Lentz from the little town of Austin, Pa. They were a couple…Lawrence was discharged from the military and came home in December 1946. His bride followed in January 1947. They were married in the little town of Austin. She was welcomed by the Lentz family with kindness, love and compassion.
Erika became a citizen of the United States in 1955. Erika’s sister Eda and brother Walter left their homeland as well and relocated to Canada sometime after. Her mother, Anna, and her sister, Elfie, came to the US around 1960. At this point, Erika had not seen her mother for those 13 years and there were NO cell phones, NO internet, and virtually no international calling. After a short visit in the States, her mom and sister relocated to Canada.
Erika and Lawrence raised seven children and one grandchild in Austin; Katherine, Lawrence, Mark, Vera, Liesa and her daughter Tara, Brenda and Melinda. It was an awesome time for us her children…we had so many relatives and it was a great family. We were not rich or rocket scientists but we were all FAMILY…we all loved each other and laughed at each other and took care of each other.
My mother never worried if we were gone all day playing with our cousins because she knew one of our aunts or grandparents would be watching out for us, feeding us or sending us home if we got into mischief. I think my mother didn’t realize how her children loved our family life until the past several years. It’s funny how parents and children see things differently. We as parents are striving for better for our children when in reality they already have the best because we love each other…..you can’t beat that!!
MoreHarrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) today invited the public to provide comments on its delivery of public safety services, a required component of its accreditation review by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA).
Members of the public can post their comments on the Accreditation Public Comment Portal (calea.org). Comments can be in the form of commendations for good performance, suggestions for improvement, or concerns.
CALEA is a nonprofit, non-governmental organization that ensures public safety agencies are abiding by current best practices and continually self-evaluating policies and procedures to maintain compliance with over 450 applicable standards. Accreditation is a highly prized recognition of professional excellence.
MoreBRADFORD, PA – Mike Wilt, PA-C, cardiology provider at Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS) is set to lead the February Walk with a Doc. The walk will take place on Thursday, February 1 at 5 p.m. The event is hosted by Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and the Guidance Center (TGC) and will take place at Richard E. McDowell Trail on Campus Drive.
The walk is free and open to everyone. In honor of American Heart Month, participants are encouraged to wear red to the event. Prior to leading the walk Wilt will be discussing a health-related educational topic with participants. His discussion topic will be the effects of sleep apnea on cardiac health. If interested, please register at walkwithadoc.org/Ewaiver.
An alternate indoor location has been reserved for the event in the case of inclement winter weather. The location is the University of Pitt at Bradford Fitness Center located at 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA 16701. Any changes in the location will be announced on the Walk with a Doc Bradford Facebook Page the day of the event.
MoreRIDGWAY, Pa (January 25, 2024)— Dickinson Center, Inc. (DCI), an affiliate of Journey Health System, is proud to appoint Board Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist Mary Anne Albaugh, MD, as their new medical director. She will also continue to serve as a psychiatrist at Deerfield Behavioral Health, an additional Journey Health System affiliate.
“We’re excited Dr. Albaugh will lead our talented team of psychiatric providers at Dickinson Center,” said Jim Prosper, executive director of Dickinson Center, Inc. “Our consumers will benefit from the exceptional skill set and knowledge she will share with our providers.”
Dr. Albaugh began working within the Journey Health System at Deerfield Behavioral Health in 2015. She is a graduate of Gannon University and Hahnemann University School of Medicine (now Drexel University College of Medicine) and is double-board certified in general psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry. With more than 40 years of clinical experience, she has dedicated her career to improving the mental well-being of communities throughout northwestern Pennsylvania.
MoreDiana (Gerow) French, 75, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Sunday, January 28, at UPMC Williamsport.
She was born March 12, 1948, in Blossburg, PA. Her mother, Lillian Gastrock and step-father, William Gastrock, Sr., raised eight children together of which Diana was the eldest. Diana excelled at secretarial work, having attended secretarial school in Syracuse. In her early career, she was a secretary for attorneys Owlett and Lewis as well as the Whitneyville Vocational School until she became a pharmacist technician for Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital from which she retired.
She was a long-time member of Christ Church, and her love of children led her to serve volunteering in the Awana program and with the Child Evangelism Fellowship ministry where she especially enjoyed the summer camps at Ives Run. Diana had a green thumb and loved plants, from house plants to edible wild plants. She would attend workshops where she enjoyed learning about plants and sharing that knowledge.
MoreAt 10:49 AM on Tuesday, Roulette Ambulance has been called to 1600 block of Route 6 for difficulty breathing.
There will be a Maple Festival Committee Meeting at Vinny’s Bar & Grill, at 762 N Main Street, Coudersport in the dining room on Monday, February 5, 2024 at 5pm. Volunteers are needed and welcome!
Applications for scholarships through both the McKean County and Elk County Community Foundations are now open for high school seniors as well as for non-traditional adult learners with a submission deadline of March 7, 2024. Through the 178 scholarship funds held at the two Community Foundations, over 300 scholarships are awarded each year to students of all ages who are furthering their education.
In addition to the numerous scholarships offered to high school seniors, adult learners have a variety of scholarship opportunities available to them. There are 14 scholarship funds in McKean County and 25 scholarship funds in Elk County earmarked for college students, graduate level and non-traditional students. These adult learners may be pursuing general 2–4-year degrees, trade or vocational degrees or certificates, environmental studies, EMT or paramedic training, criminal justice, nursing, forestry and agriculture, military service, and more. Students are urged to log on to the foundation websites to explore the options available to them.
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