HEADLINE: Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 6:33PM EDT until July 16 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: FFWBUF
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for… Southern Allegany County in western New York…
* Until 1000 PM EDT.
* At 633 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Radar.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include… Wellsville, Alfred, Whitesville, Scio, Bolivar, Andover, Alma, Richburg, Knight Creek, Stannards, Paynesville, Little Genesee, West Clarksville and Ceres.
INSTRUCTIONS: Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.
HEADLINE: Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 6:42PM EDT until July 16 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: FFWBGM
The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for… Southwestern Steuben County in central New York…
* Until 845 PM EDT.
* At 642 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Radar.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include… Canisteo, Troupsburg, Greenwood, Hartsville, West Greenwood, Young Hickory and Willeyville.
INSTRUCTIONS: Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.
4:00 AM UPDATE: Roads Impacted by Flooding, Downed Trees or Utilities in North Central Pennsylvania
Montoursville, PA – Motorists in north central Pennsylvania are advised the following roads in the area (listed by county) are closed or have a lane restriction due to flooding, downed trees or utilities. Updates will be sent periodically.
Columbia
Route 1025 (Summer Hill Road) between Dairy Road/Twin Church Road and Water Dam Road in Briar Creek Township, flooding.
Route 1019 (Kachinka Hollow Road) between Martzville Road (Route 1014) and Davis Hill Road/Twin Church Road in Briar Creek Township, flooding.
HEADLINE: Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 6:08PM EDT until July 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: FFWBGM
The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for… South Central Steuben County in central New York…
* Until 800 PM EDT.
* At 608 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Radar.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include… mainly rural areas of South Central Steuben County
INSTRUCTIONS: Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Please note: The Ice Cream Social and Community Band Concert at Hamlin Memorial Library will take place on Sunday, July 20th, at 3:00 pm. They may move into the library due to weather.
KRASNIY OKTYABR INC. USA. of BROOKLYN, NY, is recalling its “ARAL SILVER VOBLA” brand “ARAL”, because the product was found to be uneviscerated.
The fish were distributed nationwide through retail stores. The product comes in a clear plastic vacuum packaged bag with a blue label, containing two whole fish inside marked “Product of Kazakhstan”.
Due to Vials Being Potentially Mislabeled as Penicillin G Potassium for Injection
This is an update to the Company Statement issued on June 27, 2025.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Princeton, NJ – July 15, 2025 – Sandoz, Inc. (“Sandoz”) is initiating a voluntary nationwide recall expansion of one additional lot of Cefazolin for Injection, USP, 1 gram per vial. The lot is being recalled due to a customer complaint indicating that four (4) vials incorrectly labelled as Penicillin G Potassium for Injection, USP, 20 million Units were included in cartons (25 vials per carton) of Cefazolin for Injection, USP 1 gram per vial product. Sandoz has confirmed that the vials incorrectly labelled as Penicillin G Potassium for Injection contain Cefazolin for Injection, USP, 1 gram per vial.
Risk Statement: There is a reasonable probability that the inadvertent administration of cefazolin injection following dosing recommendation of penicillin G potassium injection due to mislabeling may pose serious and potentially life-threatening adverse health consequences, including lack of efficacy leading to less than optimal treatment of severe infections, antibiotic resistance, adverse reactions, severe allergic reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis), drug interactions, and delayed recovery.
To date, Sandoz has not received any reports of adverse events or injuries related to the product mislabeling. Sandoz has received a complaint of administration of the incorrectly labelled product to a patient.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that two woman have been charged recently with drug deliveries at the end of a drug investigation into their sale of drugs throughout McKean County by the McKean County Drug Task Force.
Tammy MCMAHON, of Bradford, and Misty MIHALKO, of Smethport, were charged by Detectives with the McKean County Drug Task Force with selling drugs in the county.
Wayne A. Nelson “beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather”
Wayne A. Nelson, 89, of Shinglehouse, passed away with his loving family by his side at the home of his daughter, on Monday, July 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Wayne was born on Wednesday, December 11, 1935 at the family home in Mills, PA, where he spent his childhood and early adult life until moving to Shinglehouse in 1961. He was a son of Lawrence and Freda Pride Nelson. On April 20, 1960 in Mills, he married Dorothy L. Mills, who passed away on July 30, 2022.
Venessa K. Watson, 61, of Smethport, passed away unexpectedly Sunday (July 13, 2025) at her home.
She was born December 7, 1963 in Sacramento, CA, a daughter of Harold F. Miller and Juanita M. (Sturdevant) Bisnett. On December 3, 2005, at Overcomer’s Church of Faith, she married Jonathan A. “Josh” Watson, who survives.
Mrs. Watson was a graduate of Smethport High School Class of 1982 and worked several jobs over the years. She was ultimately a home maker, tending to the needs of her family.
Susan Jane McCracken, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and nurse, 79, of Crosby, passed away Saturday (July 12, 2025) at UPMC-Hamot, Erie.
She was born January 30, 1946 in Kane, PA, a daughter of Paul C. and Evelyn M. (Almony) Larson.
She was the devoted wife of David McCracken, who knew he would marry her the moment he first saw her. Married October 7,1961, together, they shared a lifetime of love and partnership.
Tina Marie Whitford, 61, of 155 Constitution Avenue, Bradford, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, at her residence.
Tina was born in Bradford, on December 1, 1963, she was a daughter of the late James and Donna (Chartreau) Whitford.
She was a 1981 graduate from Bradford High School.
Tina was employed at Futures Inc. for 41 years. She worked at M&M’s Pastry Shop in the late 80’s and into the 90’s. She was also employed at the Shurfine Market and has worked a variety of jobs at Futures since 1984. Tina loved her work and built strong relationships with many friends and co-workers throughout the years.
Kathy A. Campbell, 72, of Derrick City, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at Olean General Hospital.
Born July 17, 1952, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Alexander and Harriett A. (Hubert) George. She was a 1970 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On March 4, 1974, at Sacred Heart Church in Knapp Creek, she married Jay “B.J.” Campbell who survives.
Diane M. Hummel, 80, of Bradford, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born on February 27, 1945, in Jamestown, NY, she was a daughter of the late Richard M. and Helen V. (Erickson) Shannon. Diane was a 1963 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On June 17, 1972, in Bradford, she married John H. Hummel, Jr. who passed away, October 1, 2017.
Patricia Catherine Warfield, 83, of 83 Crookerhouse Lane, Bradford, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Bradford Manor, with her family by her side, after multiple battles with cancer.
Born January 11, 1942, in Niagara Falls, NY, she was a daughter of the late George H. and Marjorie (Harrick) Mann.
Pat was a 1960 graduate of Haverling High School in Bath, NY. After graduation she attended Geneseo College, graduating in 1964 with a degree in Elementary Education.
Joseph “Joe” Duell, 67, of Knotts Island, NC, left us peacefully on January 27, 2025. He was a cherished son, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, and friend, whose loyalty and thoughtful nature left an impact on all who knew him.
Born on March 21, 1957, in Giessen, Germany, Joe was the son of Helga (Pitz) Duell and Judson R. Duell II, formerly of Coudersport, PA. Joe’s journey brought him from his early beginnings overseas to Coudersport, PA when he was 10 years old. Being part of a military family, he eventually relocated to Dunn, NC and graduated from Dunn High School. Joe then went on to join the Army at the age of 18, where he proudly dedicated his time and energy to serving his country. Following his military career, Joe lived in Williamsport, PA where his strong work ethic was displayed through his commitment to his career and to his family. He was also a member of the Eulalia Masonic Lodge #342.
Summer brings sunshine, travel, outdoor fun — and a higher risk of dehydration. It’s something many people brush off as a minor inconvenience, but dehydration can become a serious medical issue if it’s not addressed quickly. And often, the early signs are subtle.
Whether you’re working outside, playing sports, or simply sitting in the sun, your body loses water through sweat and evaporation. If you don’t replace those fluids regularly, dehydration can sneak up on you sometimes before you even feel thirsty.
Why Staying Hydrated Matters
Water makes up about 60% of the human body and plays a key role in everything from regulating temperature to cushioning joints to helping with digestion and brain function. When you’re dehydrated, your body can’t perform these basic functions efficiently. That’s when symptoms start to appear.
In the photograph are, from left, Mary Hamman-Roland of Dakota County, Minn., chair of the NACo Arts and Culture Innovation Council, Potter County Commissioner Paul Heimel and Jay Dick, senior director of advocacy and partnerships for the Americans for the Arts.
Commissioner Paul Heimel’s community revitalization approach recognized at National Association of Counties’ 90th anniversary celebration
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 14, 2025) – Commissioner Paul Heimel of Potter County, Pennsylvania, will receive the Public Leadership in the Arts Award at the 2025 National Association of Counties’ (NACo) Annual Conference, recognizing his community-driven approach to addressing rural population decline through strategic arts and culture investment.
The national award, presented by NACo and Americans for the Arts (AFTA), celebrates county elected officials who use the creative economy for community development. Commissioner Heimel’s work offers a replicable model for rural communities nationwide facing similar demographic challenges.
Since 2000, Potter County’s population has declined from 18,000 to under 16,000 – an 11% decrease driven largely by youth outmigration. Rather than accepting this trend, Heimel spearheaded the revival of the Potter County Council on the Arts, building a coalition of schools, organizations, artists, and county leadership.
“Having a vibrant arts and culture environment can be a deal-breaker for a rural county looking to attract and retain young people,” said Commissioner Heimel. “But this doesn’t ‘just happen.’ It takes strategic planning and buy-in from a broad range of stakeholders. Once they recognize the potential return on investment – particularly when it comes to community and economic development – they’re eager to come aboard.”
The community-driven approach has generated significant momentum and widespread support across Potter County. The newly independent Potter County Creative Council (PC3) has secured major funding and launched initiatives including:
Major grant wins: Creative Counties Placemaking Challenge selection and four-year, $100,000 Creative Communities Initiative grant from Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Strategic partnerships: Collaboration with Penn State University community development specialists for strategic planning and partnerships with Pennsylvania Lumber Museum for arts-based activities
Community concerts: Grammy-nominated recording artists with local high school students as opening acts
Youth engagement: Weekly writers’ workshops and mini-grants for youth-focused artisan classes
Heritage connections: Modern approach to arts and culture led by community advocates like Art Metzger, a former school teacher who helped establish Potter County’s original arts council, agricultural partnerships and professional mentorship opportunities for youth
The approach has attracted widespread community support, with residents expressing excitement about preserving and building on their community’s creative character.
BRADFORD, Pa. – In recognition of the fifth anniversary of the death of civil rights leader and longtime member of congress John Lewis, Hanley Library at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will host an educational screening and discussion event at noon on Thursday, July 17.
The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held in the Marilyn Horne Museum Conference Room in Marilyn Horne Hall on Veterans Square in downtown Bradford.
The event will feature selected clips from the documentary “John Lewis: Good Trouble.” The film highlights Lewis’s more than 60 years of activism and legislative leadership in the fight for civil rights and social justice.
Following the screening, attendees are invited to take part in an open discussion co-led by Dr. David Fitz, vice president of institutional integration and community engagement, and Jenelle Jensen, librarian with the University Library System.
Attendees are welcome to bring their lunch. For more information, contact Jenelle Jensen at (814) 362-7618.
An Open House was held Sunday afternoon at the Turtlepoint Park to celebrate the 90th birthday of Wilda Johnson. Wilda was born in Olean, NY on July 13, 1935. She was married to Paul Johnson, Sr., for 69 years. The couple has four children – Trina Smith, Rod Johnson, Martha Bova and Paul Johnson, Jr., who hosted the party. They have 14 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Johnson is a member of the Port Allegany United Methodist Church. She is pictured here with her children – Martha, Trina, Rod and Paul, Jr.
COUDERSPORT, PA—Graveside burial services for Ellwood D. Cosgrove, 91, of Coudersport, will be held on Friday, July 18, 2025, in Homer Cemetery, Inez, PA, at 1pm. The Rev. Greg Rapp, pastor of Park United Methodist Church, Coudersport and the Rev. Thomas Shatto of Galeton, will officiate.
Several members of the Canoe Place Historical Society are pictured with one of the banners they hung on the gazebo on the Town Square. They are (front) Sherry Main, Dotty Anderson; (back) Jon Stehle and Joel Anderson. Missing from the photo is Mike Main. The buntings are available for purchase from the Historical Society. The committee thought it would be a good way to celebrate the Semiquincentennial in 2026. Profits realized will be used for fixing up the group’s building located on Main Street where the museum will be (the former Jean’s Casual Shop building). at 10 North Main Street. Sizes available are 6’x3′ for $18 and 3’x5′ for $10. The buntings can be purchased at Mike’s Mercantile. The Canoe Place Historical Society will meet Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 at the Port Allegany Senior Center, 216 North Main Street. The public is invited to attend.
