2024
Structure Fire In Bradford City
On January 3 at 1:12 am Bradford City and Bradford Twp. Fire Depts. were dispatched to 15 Chestnut St. for a building fire.
Bradford City Firefighters
At 2334 last night city fire was dispatched to a Euclid Ave. residence for a reported structure fire with entrapment. Firefighters arrived on scene to find all occupants out of the house. One line was placed into operation and a small fire was extinguished just inside the front door. Lt. 1-11(Campogiani) had Euclid Ave. command. Shift 3 was ordered in to handle any additional calls.
Kim E. Proper, 65, of Onofrio Street, Bradford, PA
Kim E. Proper, 65, of Onofrio Street, Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023, at Roswell Park, in Buffalo, NY
Born November 16, 1958, in Meadville, she was a daughter of the late Wayne Hoffman, and Harriette (Coon) Hoffman, who survives in Meadville.
Kim was a 1976 graduate of Meadville Area High School, and she was a 1977 graduate of Southeastern Academy, in Orlando, FL.
On October 7, 1978, in the Emmanuel Church of Christ in Meadville, she married Frederick V. Proper who survives.
Kim was employed as a Senior Bank Teller at Northwest Savings Bank in Bradford for over 10 years. She was formerly employed at National City, K-Mart, Eckard Pharmacy and Emery Travel.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, and Zonta Club.
MoreMary Lou Washabaugh, 89, formerly of Bradford, PA
Mary Lou Washabaugh, 89, formerly of Bradford, PA passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at Sena-Kean Manor in Smethport.
Mary Lou was born in Brookville, on February 5, 1934, she was a daughter of the late James and Arlene (Case) Himes.
She attended school in Bradford, and later graduated from the Continental Beauty School in Olean NY. She was employed as a beautician for many years. She spent her retirement in Arizona and Florida.
MoreChristine A. ADAMS, 63, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Hamburg
Christine A. ADAMS, 63, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Hamburg, died Sunday, December 31, 2023 in her home.
Born October 11, 1960, in Reading, she was the daughter of Paul R. and Dorothy J. Clouser Waninger. On March 1, 2019, Galeton, she married Raymond A. “Corky” Adams, III, who predeceased her on November 20, 2021.
Chris was well-loved in the Ulysses area, where she had made her home since 2006. She was a member of Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 Auxiliary.
MoreHoward A. “Homer” White, age 72, of Ridgway, PA
Howard A. “Homer” White, age 72, of Ridgway, PA passed away on January 2, 2024, after a brief illness.
Homer was born July 2, 1951. He attended Saint Leo grade school, Elk County Christian high school, where he participated in track and football. He began at Penn State University for teaching, but he found his passion in the outdoors as a logger.
He continued in the teaching gift with his children, imparting skills in hunting, fishing, and woodworking, and instructing even his children’s friends how to navigate life. His children say he was the best dad. Homer also passed along his knowledge of tree cutting to others.
MoreShelby C. Henderson, age 74, of Knoxville, PA
Shelby C. Henderson, age 74, of Knoxville, PA passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.
Born on October 15, 1949 in Corning, NY, she was a daughter to the late Charles and Mable (Wescott) Nichols.
She loved being outdoors; whether that was camping, fishing, or going yard-saling. She also enjoyed scrapbooking, reading, gardening and canning, sewing and spending time with friends and family.
Shelby and her husband, Thomas Henderson, were members at the Knoxville VFW and after his passing, she continued attending Friday Nights Fish Fry when she had the chance.
MorePotter County Jail Board postponed due to lack of a quorum
The Jan. 5, 2024, public business meeting of the Potter County Jail Board has been postponed due to lack of a quorum. A new date will be announced.
Meetings are held at noon on the first Friday of each month at the F.W. Gunzburger County Office Building Auditorium. Jail Board members are Commissioner Paul Heimel (chair), Sheriff Kevin Siska (vice chair), Commissioner Nancy Grupp (secretary), Judge Stephen Minor, District Attorney Andy Watson and Commissioner Robert Rossman.
Those with questions or comments about the jail are reminded that they can submit them to the board through email sent to pcjailboard@pottercountypa.net.
Louie J. Wilson, 85, of 649 Sanford Hollow Rd., Genesee, NY
Loving Father, Grandfather
Louie J. Wilson, 85, of 649 Sanford Hollow Rd., Genesee, NY passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 30, 2023 at home.
Born on November 29, 1938, in Parishville, he was a son Walter and Amanda Lottie Wilson. He came from a large family in upstate New York with many siblings. On March 3, 1967, in Denver, Colorado, he married the former Carol Baker who predeceased him on October 15, 2022.
Louie was a self-employed building contractor in the area for many years retiring in 1998.
He was an avid hunter, loved animals, country music, and enjoyed playing the guitar.
MoreAustin Ambulance to Rt. 607
At 2:23 PM on Tuesday, Austin Ambulance has been called to Rt. 607 for difficulty breathing.
Searchers Locate Crashed Airplane In Swamp Near Marianville, PA Sunday
Elkland Search and Rescue
On Saturday night at 10:40 pm Dec. 30th, Elkland SAR was dispatched for a missing airplane in the Buzzard Swamps Area near Marienville Pa in Forest County. The requesting agency was the Pa State Police Marienville Pa. Barracks. The Marienville Vol. Fire Dept. was also on scene to assist.
The first obstacle to overcome was the very limited access road into the area and then establishing a Command Post to accommodate the needed resources for a situation of this magnitude. Once the Command Post was established, the incoming information was analyzed by the Command Post Staff and a plan was put into place to start the search. Elkland’s Drone was launched and foot grid teams were sent into the general location to search the area.
Foot grid teams were hampered by the swamp and had to continually adjust their paths of travel to go around impassable wetlands in the dark. If that wasn’t enough to hamper search efforts, when not in water, the searchers were dealing with extremely thick vegetation situations. ATV and UTV teams searched open fields and also tried to locate trails to gain access to the desired search areas.
MorePort Allegany Ambulance to Mill Street
At 1:20 PM on Tuesday, Port Allegany ambulance has been called to Mill Street for abdominal pain.
Daniel James Barkley III, 20, a lifelong resident of Richburg, NY
RICHBURG, NY—Daniel James Barkley III, 20, a lifelong resident of Richburg, passed away unexpectedly at the home of his grandparents in Friendship on Monday, January 1, 2024, after suffering an apparent heart attack.
Funeral arrangements, under the care and direction of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Nancy J. GIBSON, 78, of Ulysses, PA
Nancy J. GIBSON, 78, of Ulysses, PA, died Monday, January 1, 2024 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born August 23, 1945, in Coudersport, she was the daughter of Robert W. and Isabelle “Izzy” Yardlay Gibson. A 1963 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she attended college and earned certification as an x-ray technician.
She was employed by Philadelphia General Hospital, George Washington University for 24 years, and Brandywine Hospital in Coatesville for 20 years.
MoreShirley F. Dively, Major, US Army Retired, age 98, of Wellsboro, PA
Shirley F. Dively, Major, US Army Retired, age 98, of Wellsboro, PA died December 28, 2023, at Broadacres Nursing Home.
He was born April 7, 1925, the son of W. Bruce and Bessie Irene (Mock) Dively of Bedford County, PA., and was the great-grandson of three Civil War veterans: Gabriel Burket, Emmanuel Mock and Gabriel Dively, all of Bedford County.
He spent over 20 years serving his country in nine branches of the US Army before retiring in September 1963. Served in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre during World War II and saw combat in the Ryukyu Islands, Okinawa, and the Philippines. Subsequent service included duty in Europe, Korea, Japan, and The United States. Received the Army Commendation Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, The Good Conduct Medal, with three Loops, and eight other service awards and decorations with three battle stars and a bronze arrowhead.
He was married to Elinor Ruth Claycomb for over forty-nine years, Elinor preceded him in death in 1997. He married Pauline (Stevens) Bowen on May 2, 1998 and they have celebrated 25 years of marriage.
MoreSusan D. Thompson, 72, of Emporium, PA
Susan D. Thompson, 72, of Emporium, PA passed away at her residence, Emporium, PA on Sunday afternoon (December 31, 2023). She was born October 11, 1951 in Apollo, PA a daughter of the late Robert K. and Ora Jean Brooks Shaner.
Susan retired from GKN where she worked for many years. She was enjoying her retirement and enjoyed her many dogs in addition to the wildlife near her home.
MoreLiv Synnøve Lien, 73, previously a resident of Coudersport, PA
Liv Synnøve Lien, 73, previously a resident of Coudersport, PA, passed away unexpectedly in her home in Mandal, Norway, on December 26th. On December 1st, 1973, in Oslo, Norway, she married the love of her life, Helge Lien. They celebrated 50 years of marriage with family and close friends before her passing.
Liv had several careers including ballet dancer for the Oslo Ballet Company, demolition derby driver, professional ski instructor, bartender at the Crittenden Hotel, esthetician and teacher.
Liv enjoyed several years in the ski industry. She and Helge built up the cross-country portion of Oregon Hill in Wellsboro for 1 season and managed Denton Hill for 3 seasons. They then developed the cross-country center for Susquehanna Lodge for 4 seasons. After retirement in Norway, they built up a small alpine ski area on the farm that they managed for 10 years. It closed in 2023.
MoreRichard E. Gray, 56, of Route 321 North of Kane, PA
Richard E. Gray, 56, of Route 321 North of Kane, PA passed away Tuesday (Dec. 26) at a second property he owned on Fraley St. in Kane.
Born May 3, 1967, he was the son of the late Larry Bass and Debra Gray.
Rick was an avid motorcycle enthusiast and a lover of animals. He had worked as a roustabout in the oil fields and he was also a member of the Kane Eagles Club AERIE #307. He was a member of both a electricians’ union and a carpenters union in his lifetime. He was full of life and humor and will be missed.
MoreJoan T. Stromberg, 86, Port Allegany, PA
Joan T. Stromberg, 86, Port Allegany, PA passed peacefully in her home on Saturday, December 30, 2023.
Joan was born to Reese and Sally Summerson in Port Allegany, PA on August 11, 1937. Joan attended Port Allegany High School. She married the love of her life, Paul L. Stromberg, on February 26, 1954. Together, they built a home, family, and life. They were married for 49 years until he died on September 4, 2003, also at home.
Joan, aka Mom, Grandma, and Aunt Joan, spent most of her days enjoying picturesque views from her kitchen table. She loved visiting with friends and family and having a cup of coffee and a little snack. She was an accomplished artist who was inspired by what she saw and whose brush was moved by her heart. In years long past, she worked at Chapins Store in Port Allegany and later with Jaguar Manufacturing Co. in Smethport.
MoreJames L. Hammond, 90, of Kromas Ave., Port Allegany, PA
James L. Hammond, 90, of Kromas Ave., Port Allegany, PA passed away Saturday (Dec. 30, 2023) in UPMC Cole Coudersport.
Born August 21, 1933, in Troupsburg, NY, he was a son of Ephraim F. and Margariet Burton Hammond.
James worked for Jack Frost Construction Co, State College, PA, for several years, working in both the office and on construction sites, before his retirement.
MoreBarn Fire on East Lawrence Road
At 10:45 AM on Tuesday, Tioga, Lawrenceville, Nelson & Millerton Fire Depts. have been dispatched to a barn fire at 1709 East Lawrence Road. Report livestock is out of the barn. Heat lamp fell over. Fire & smoke are present.
Millerton Fire Company
Millerton FD was dispatched along with Lawrenceville FD, Tioga FD , Nelson FD with a tanker and Gang Mills for RIT to a reported barn fire in Lawrence twp, at 10:43 this morning . Millerton chief was first on scene and reported small fire in Maintenance building, because of the fast response of all fire department members, the fire was put out quickly. Thanks to all involved. Great job.
Please be safe.
Introduction to Microsoft Word (Word I)
Introduction to Microsoft Word (Word I) is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the basic features and functionalities of Microsoft Word. Throughout the class, you will learn how to create, edit, and format documents using various tools and techniques, such as the Quick Access toolbar, the Format Painter, and the Spelling and Grammar Checker. Topics covered include document formatting, page layout, undoing/redoing commands, setting margins and page orientation, inserting tables, making bulleted and numbered lists, using templates, and much more. By the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation in using Microsoft Word for various personal and professional purposes.
This class, taught by Ron Keeney, Professor in the Computer Science Department at Alfred State College of Technology, is scheduled for Friday, January 19, 2024 (Word I) from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. The cost is $59 per person. Register today! Visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
Roulette Ambulance to Route 6
At 9:45 AM on Tuesday, Roulette Ambulance has been called to the 1600 block of Rt. 6 for abdominal pain.
Kane Fire & Ambulance Dispatched For MVA
On January 1 at 7:23 pm Kane Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to West Brick Rd. for a one car mva with two patients with unknown injuries
One vehicle Crash In Wetmore Twp.
On January 1 at 5:52 pm Kane Fire and ambulance were dispatched to 73 West Brick Rd. in Wetmore Twp. for a one vehicle crash with airbag deployment and a patient with back pain