On July 17 at 10:46 am Bradford Fire Dept. was dispatched to the Walmart for a commercial fire. the building has been evacuated. Limestone Fire has also been dispatched. A freezer unit was on fire it has been contained and is out
Gary Lee Gerges, 81, of Wellsboro, PA passed away July 9, 2024, at Guthrie Robert Packer in Sayre, PA. He was born September 11, 1942, in Royersford, PA to Daniel C. and Velma Hazel (Wood) Gerges.
Gary worked as a carpenter, and owned and operated his business, often with other family members. Gary was a member of the Royers Rod and Gun Club near Hills Creek State Park, Limerick Bowmen of Limerick, PA, the Humane Fire Company and the National Rifle Association. He was an avid hunter, camper and fisherman.
At 9:30 AM on Wednesday, Bradford Fire & EMS was dispatched to the intersection of North Center & West Washington Streets. A U-haul & a passenger vehicle with multiple occupants.
Lois M. Lendvay, 77, of Youngsville, PA, formerly of Scandia, PA, died on Monday July 15, 2024, in Warren General Hospital.
She was born in Bradford, PA, on March 18, 1947, the daughter of the late Clayton N. and Harriet A. (Gardner) Hansen. She was a nurse’s aide with many local establishments in Warren County, then was a bartender for Hog Haven. Lois enjoyed traveling, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends. She volunteered with the ladies auxiliary with the Scandia volunteer fire department. She was also a member of the Warren American Legion. Lois was also known as the Queen of Hog Haven.
DEERFIELD, Ill., July 15, 2024 – Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) announced today it has issued an Urgent Medical Device Recall for certain lots of the Volara system single-patient use circuit and blue ventilator adapter assembly (see Figure 1). The recall is due to reports of the handset plug disconnecting from the nebulizer port on the blue ventilator adapter. To date, there have been no injuries reported in association with this issue. Baxter is working with customers to replace the affected products.
Willard, OH (July 12, 2024) – Out of an abundance of caution, Wiers Farm Inc. of Willard, OH, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of whole cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and June 6, 2024 due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This product was not grown or harvested by Wiers Farm. It was sourced from out of state, then handled and distributed by Wiers Farm. Wiers Farm Inc. is coordinating closely with regulatory officials in connection with the recall.
The potential contamination was discovered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) through routine sampling.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 7/15/2024 – Chula Vista, CA, SoloVital.com is voluntarily recalling all lots of Umary Acido Hialuronica, Suplemento Alimenticio – 30 Capletas de 850mg to the consumer level. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that UMARY has been found to be tainted with the drug ingredients, diclofenac and omeprazole. Products containing diclofenac and omeprazole drug cannot be marketed as dietary supplements. Umary is an unapproved new drug for which safety and efficacy have not been established and, therefore, subject to recall.
George A. BOWEN, Jr., 85, of Galeton, PA, died Tuesday, July 16, 2024 in his home. Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that Route 11/15 northbound is closed at the intersection of Route 35 in Monroe Township, Snyder County, due to a tractor trailer losing part of their load.
Motorists should expect delays in travel, be alert, and drive with caution. The roadway is expected to be closed for several hours.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following local alerts on X.
Lane Restriction and Delays on I-80 WB in Montour County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of a lane restriction on Interstate 80 westbound at mile marker 221, approximately 4-miles west of the Route 54 interchange (Danville Exit), in Liberty Township, Montour County, due to a vehicle crash.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution.
Caffeine is a go-to for many people to get a natural boost of energy and is present in many foods and beverages that are part of the American diet. Whether you prefer coffee, tea, chocolate, colas, or energy drinks, chances are you rely on caffeine to energize you in the morning or keep you going during the day. If caffeine is a daily habit for you, you’re not alone. An estimated 80% of adults consume caffeine every day, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Bradford, PA –Get ready for a ‘berry’ good time at Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) as the inaugural Blueberry Festival is being hosted in the main lobby of the facility on Friday, July 26 from 11 am to 5 pm. This exciting new event coordinated by the Bradford Hospital Auxiliary (BHA) will be an annual event that will help support the important mission of BRMC.
Though it’s still summer vacation, volunteers at Christmas House are preparing for one of its important missions – sending children back to school with new shoes. This project is made possible by the generous annual contribution of the N.D.H.P. Motorcycle Fraternity and they presented a generous check to CH volunteer Charlene Smith last weekend.
Our founder, Alyce Reese, began this program as an outreach of the Christmas House more than 20 years ago. Because we know of the financial hardships many families experience, we have no specific income requirements this year but ask that only families be aware that our resources are limited. Only families who live in Potter County are eligible and the project is for school-age children (K-12).
Photos courtesy Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library
Professor Orin James from the University of Pittsburgh Bradford instructs attendees at a past Dissection Camp at the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library in Emporium. This year, attendees will have the chance to learn about and dissect a lung and stomach.
At 2:51 pm, July 15, the Knapp Creek Fire Dept was called for an MVA, a car hit a house. Upon arrival, we learned that the vehicle was actually inside of the house, with the driver trapped inside.
Due to the quick response of our neighboring departments and the expertise of the Allegany- Westons Mills Tech Rescue team, along with the assistance of the City of Olean and Port Allegany Structural Collapse teams, the occupant of the vehicle was extricated safely and the vehicle removed without incident.
The building, although damaged beyond occupancy, was stabilized to prevent total collapse.The Knapp Creek Fire Dept would like to extend a huge Thank You to every department that was there to assist in any capacity.
Rosalie A. Brown, age 85, of Lawrenceville, PA passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Born September 9, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Betty (Stewart) Rumburger. Rosalie married Alfred J. Brown on November 23, 1957 and they shared 65 years together until his passing on December 24, 2022.
She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, crafting and painting.
Brion Eugene Davis, age 54, of Painted Post, NY passed away at his home on Thursday, July 11, 2024. He was born on March 10, 1970 in Wellsboro, PA and was a son to the late Ralph and Janet (Butler) Davis.
He enjoyed fixing and tinkering on things, fishing, fabricating metal, being outdoors and spending time with his family. His favorite pastime was riding his motorcycle, dirt bike and four-wheeler whenever he could. Brion was said to have a big heart and will be truly missed by all.
Jeanne M. Warsheski, age 76 of Sabinsville, PA passed away at home on Sunday, July 7, 2024. Born September 10, 1947 in Baraboo, WI, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Helen (Kessler) Kluender. Jeanne met Frank P. Warsheski, Sr. at a mixer dance in Quantico, VA. One dance that night and they were together for 57 years, only being separated once when he was deployed and then his passing on October 14, 2022.
She was a loving wife of a Vietnam Combat Marine, avid bird watcher and wildlife and enjoyed her flower gardens.
Carolyn E. Fish, age 89, of Knoxville, PA passed away at home on Friday, July 5, 2024. Born August 2, 1934 in Elkland, PA, she was the daughter of the late Leon and Grace (Townsend) Cruttenden. She married Wesley L. Fish and they shared 67 years together until his passing on July 4, 2023.
Carolyn enjoyed crocheting, reading, going to the casino, traveling and spending time with the grandchildren.
PORT ALLEGANY- Frederick L. “Butch” Lininger, II, 64, of E. Maple St., Port Allegany, PA passed away Friday (July 12, 2024) in the Olean General Hospital, after a brief illness.
Born November 29, 1959, in Port Allegany, he was a son of Frederick L. and Anna M. Davis Lininger. On July 26, 2020, in Port Allegany, he married his longtime friend of 25 years, Amy L. Billyard, who survives.
Butch was a longtime resident of the area and a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1977.
He was employed with Verallia Co., Port Allegany, for several years, retiring in 2019.
Butch was a veteran having served with the US Navy.
After retiring, he enjoyed visiting his family in Florida during the holidays and going to drag races.
Kathleen Teresa (Bauer) McDonald, 81 of Wilcox, Pa passed away on July 15, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. Born November 26, 1942 in Pittsburgh, Pa, a daughter to the late John L Bauer and Mildred L. (Dye) Bauer of Oakmont, Pa.
Kathy attended Mt Mercy Academy in Oakland, Pa and graduated in 1960. Following her graduation, Kathy relocated with her family to Johnsonburg, Pa where they ran a family business; Bauers’ Fashions (1959) and Bauers’ Brides and Belles for over 70 years. Kathy was a seamstress for the business and was known for the beautiful work she did on wedding gowns and alike. Kathy later became part owner of the business and retired in 2016.
Kathy married James H. McDonald of Johnsonburg on April 6, 1963 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Johnsonburg. They created a home in Wilcox for three daughters; Dawna K. McDonald of Wilcox, Rhonda L. McDonald of Montoursville, Pa and Tammy L. (Ricky) Love of Wilcox. Our mom was a wonderful mother, who supported us and from whom we learned a lot of life lessons. One of the most important was how to “sound it out” when she was asked how to spell a word. To this day that advice is used almost daily.
Kathy was “Gum Gum” to her three grandchildren, who she loved dearly. John H. Schneider (Johnny Jings) of Montoursville, Pa; Sarah L. Love (Miss Sarah) and Katelyn M. Love (Katie-did) of Wilcox. Kathy loved spending time with her family; especially her grandchildren. She was an animal lover and always had a four-legged companion by her side. She and her “Shadow” were inseparable unless she was chasing him through town, when he decided to check out the neighborhood.
Kathy was gifted, not only with sewing but also painting ceramics, which she did for years. Her family will cherish the pieces that she made. Kathy also loved crossword and jigsaw puzzles; the bigger and harder the better. Mom loved her detective and law shows. From Perry Mason, and Quincey, to NCIS, and Blue Bloods, she could solve crime with the best of them. Early on she was a member of the Johnsonburg Women’s Club and a Girl Scout leader.
Port Allegany – Donald M. Freer, 89, of Bradford, PA passed away Saturday (July 13, 2024) at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born May 22, 1935, in Port Allegany, the son of Milford S. and Clara (Jackson)Freer. On September 18, 1966, in Emporium, PA, he married Shirley Rose Freer, who survives.
Donald attended Eldred and Port Allegany Schools
Mr. Freer was a stock clerk, employed by Market Basket and The Jubilee in Port Allegany, PA, for 41 years.