Brydonson Farm All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast March 8 & 9th
2025
Celebrate Pennsylvania’s Birthday At The PA Lumber Museum
March 9–Pennsylvania’s Birthday: Celebrate King Charles ll granting William Penn the charter to establish the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with FREE ADMISSION to the museum! Join our partner Potter County Creative Council (PC3) who will lead visitors in a tree cookie printing art project in our program room. Watch apple fritter making demonstrations in the museum’s Mess Hall from 11:30am until supplies are gone.
PITT CHANCELLOR HONORS GASKEW FOR PUBLIC SERVICE
University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gable has selected Dr. Tony Gaskew, professor of criminal justice at the university’s Bradford campus, as a 2025 recipient of the Chancellor’s Distinguished Public Service Award.
Gaskew, who is also associate dean of academic affairs at Pitt-Bradford, has taught criminal justice at the Bradford campus since 2006.
The distinguished public service awards emphasize the use of faculty expertise to address social problems through public service.
Gabel recognized Gaskew for his work with incarcerated people at the Federal Correctional Institution McKean and State Correctional Institution Forest. That work includes founding Pitt-Bradford’s Prison Education Program and successfully reaching more than a thousand students since the program’s inception; teaching postsecondary courses inside the federal and state prisons; and, in 2019, creating a first-of-its kind Life Support program, a prison education program for people incarcerated for life while still juveniles.
Seneca Highland Career and Technical Networking Students Earn Industry Certifications
Recently multiple students in Mr. Bryant’s class at the SHCTC earned industry recognized certifications. Seniors Levi Howard (PASD) and Lane Crawford (PASD) earned their Ethical Hacker Certification in cybersecurity.
Cordell Baker (Grade 10, SASD), Dylan Clancy (Grade 12, AASD), Ean Gertzen (Grade 11, NPSD), Nathan Haight (grade 10, PASD), Nicole Hockey (Grade 12, CCSD), Mathew Morris (Grade 10, SASD), Jimmy Sneed (Grade 10, SASD), Garry Strait (Grade 12, OESD), and Richard Wojcik (Grade 10, OESD) each earned their Vivacity Student Repair Academy certificates in Chromebook Repair. Jimmy Also earned his Acer Corporation Repair Techspert certificate for the C741LT Chromebook model.
The SHCTC provides opportunities for students to gain valuable certifications in many trade areas. Interested students should speak to their school counsellor.
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Walter L. Green, 74, of Bradford, PA.
Walter L. Green, 74, of Bradford, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at the Olean General Hospital.
Born on July 25, 1950, in St. Marys, he was a son of the late Guy Kenneth and Margaret Ann (Hackett) Green. He attended school in St. Marys.
On March 19, 1970, he enlisted in the United States Army and served until his honorable discharge on November 7, 1971. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 device, the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, and the Metirouis Citation Medal.
Diane Leonard Zingone, 81, of Warren, Pa
Diane Leonard Zingone, 81, of Warren, Pa, died on Sunday March 2, 2025, at the Warren Manor.
She was born in Warren, Pa, on May 26, 1943, the daughter of the late Fred J. and Ruth McGhee Leonard. Diane graduated from Warren Area High School in 1961 and lived most of her life in Warren. She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church where she had been a Eucharistic Minister. She was employed by Warren General Hospital since 1981, retiring in 2005.
Women’s Introduction to Wingshooting to be Offered at the Mt Jewett Sportsmen’s Club in July and August – Registration Required
Mt. Jewett, Pa.: The Ruffed Grouse Society is proud to announce that they will offer their popular Women’s Introduction to Wingshooting Program at the Mt Jewett Sportsmen’s Club on July 19-20 and August 23-24. Women’s Introduction to Wingshooting is a course for women and taught by women. On both Saturdays, the course starts at noon and ends at 4:00 p.m. On both Sundays, the course starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 2:00 p.m.
Register by contacting bjmf989@gmail.com. Attendance is required for both weekends to graduate from the program. Lodging is available, if needed, but is limited.
A hunt will be offered to the graduates on Sunday, September 7, at a nearby sportsmen’s club.
Chamber seeks nominations for Annual Awards
The chamber is seeking nominations for the annual awards dinner. The awards provide an opportunity to recognize important businesses and community members who have a positive impact on the Bradford Area. They also remind us of the strength of our community as we support one another.
The categories include: Exemplary Business Award, Community Spirit Award, Legacy Award and Small Business/Entrepreneur Award. We seek nominations for these awards from both the community and chamber members.
The Exemplary business award is given to a BACC member in good standing who has been operating for five years or more. Nominees demonstrate criteria such as innovative and or quality product and services, provide exemplary customer service, demonstrate economic support of the Bradford business community, or exhibit sustainability and longevity. This may include manufacturing, industrial, tourism, hospitality, retail, non-profit, church or charitable organization. Past winners include McKean County Community Foundation, Zippo Manufacturing, Northwest Bank, Futures Rehabilitation, B&T Building Services, Graham’s Greenhouse & Landscaping, Dexter’s Service & Collision.
Lewis H. SINSABAUGH, 74, of Coudersport, PA
Lewis H. SINSABAUGH, 74, of Coudersport, PA, died Monday, March 3, 2025, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born August 5, 1950, in Coudersport, he was the son of Harold L. and Florence Jackson Sinsabaugh. Lewis worked in the auto salvage business. He loved to hunt and fish. Lewis loved watching eagles and collected eagle decor.
Dolores Mary Margaret “Dot” Straub, 94, previously of 121 Race Street, and for the last 6 years of 209 Teaberry Road, St. Marys, PA
Dolores Mary Margaret “Dot” Straub, 94, previously of 121 Race Street, and for the last 6 years of 209 Teaberry Road, St. Marys, PA, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the home of her son Aaron and daughter-in-law Joanne on Wednesday March 5, 2025.
She was born December 29, 1930 in St. Marys, the daughter of the late Fred and Frances Zitzler Krellner. Dot was a lifelong resident of the area, graduating from Central Catholic High School in 1948, and then from Marywood College in Scranton with a bachelor’s degree in Education in 1952. Dolores worked as a teacher for several years in the Catholic School System in St Marys, being the first lay teacher working alongside the Sisters of St. Joseph’s Convent. Upon having her own family, Dolores devoted the rest of her life to her husband and children.
On January 2, 1956 in St Mary’s Catholic Church, she married Victor C. Straub, who survives. They were blessed to share 69 years of marriage.
Wind Advisory issued March 6 at 3:49AM EST until March 7 by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph at times.
* WHERE…Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Wyoming, Livingston,
Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties.
* WHEN…From 11 AM this morning to 4 AM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
INSTRUCTIONS: Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Sheila D. FLEWELLYN, 71, of Whites Corners, PA
Sheila D. FLEWELLYN, 71, of Whites Corners, PA, died Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born June 7, 1953, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Guy E. and Pearl Moore Flewellyn. She was a graduate of St. Marys High School. Sheila attended the Harrison Valley Christian & Missionary Alliance Church and participated in church activities. She was an Elvis fan and visited Graceland in 2012. Sheila loved playing the piano and played by ear. She enjoyed bowling and making potholders.
Surviving are: a sister-in-law, Michelle Flewellyn of Whites Corners; nieces, nephews, aunts, and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two brothers, Michael Dean Flewellyn and Terry L. Flewellyn.
A Memorial Service will be held 3:00 PM, Saturday, March 8, 2025 in the Harrison Valley Christian & Missionary Alliance Church. Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Whites Corners Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, 217 E. Main Street, Harrison Valley, PA 16927.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Evacuation For Natural Gas Leak In Kane
UPDATE Evacuation has been halted the leak has been found and is believed to be fixed.
On March 5 at 5:37 pm Kane And Mt. Jewett Fire Depts. are being dispatched to the Country Fair for staging In Kane Borough for an evacuation of a block for a large gas leak
Wildfire In Sullivan Twp.
On March 5, at 3:02 pm Mansfield Fire Dept. was dispatched to 297 Strange Rd. for a wildfire at tree fell onto a transformer and caught Fire spreading to another tree. Tritown electric has been notified. Udate Mansfield Fire Dept. has been recalled
Celebrate Pennsylvania’s Birthday At The PA Lumber Museum
March 9–Pennsylvania’s Birthday: Celebrate King Charles ll granting William Penn the charter to establish the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with FREE ADMISSION to the museum! Join our partner Potter County Creative Council (PC3) who will lead visitors in a tree cookie printing art project in our program room. Watch apple fritter making demonstrations in the museum’s Mess Hall from 11:30am until supplies are gone.
Knights Of Colombus St. Patrick’s Day Dinner And Raffle
$15 per meal. Door prize ticket included, additional raffles available for purchase.
Cornbeef, cabbage, potatoe, dessert, and beverages.
Please come support a great non-profit supporting the community. We provide clothing items for children along with supporting other meaningful causes that support the community. We even offer coats to children outside of Eldred, we support our area and need your support in return! Thank you.
Retail Theft Arrest In Bradford
On March 2, 2025, at approximately 2222 hours, the City of Bradford Police Department responded to a retail theft complaint and disorderly conduct at Country Fair, located at 8 West Washington Street.
Upon arrival, officers located the male involved, identified as James Severance. Upon checking his identification, it was discovered that he had an active bench warrant from the Pennsylvania State Police regarding a theft. City officers took Severance into custody and transported him to the Bradford City Police Department, where he was subsequently transferred to Pennsylvania State Police custody.
The theft from Country Fair and the disorderly conduct remain under investigation.
All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Location Country Fair 8 West Washington Street Bradford, PA 16701 Arrest Date Mar 2, 2025 Incident Type All Other – Criminal Reference ID 2025-03022222
PITT PROFESSOR TO SPEAK ABOUT BIOENGINEERING
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will host Dr. William Wagner, distinguished professor at the University of Pittsburgh, for a public lecture March 13 as part of the Dr. Carol A. Baker Speaker Series.
Wagner is a professor of surgery, chemical engineering and bioengineering. His free talk, “Fifty Years after the Six Million Dollar Man and Bionic Woman – How are we Replacing and Repairing our Parts?” will take place at 7 p.m. in the Mukaiyama University Room of the Frame-Westerberg Commons. Light refreshments will be served.
Wagner is the founding editor and editor-in-chief of one of the leading biomaterials journals, Acta Biomaterialia. He has been selected to the “Scientific American 50,” the magazine’s annual list recognizing leaders in science and technology from the research, business and policy fields.
Aidan Clark, a tenor, will advance to the PMEA Region II Chorus Festival March 20-22
Aidan Clark, a tenor, will advance to the PMEA Region II Chorus Festival March 20-22 at McDowell High School in Erie. Aidan is a senior at Port Allegany High School.
Mildred Jane Bennett, 86, of Eldred, PA.
Mildred Jane Bennett, 86, of Eldred, passed away Monday (March 3, 2025) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.
Arrangements will be announced with a full obituary by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Donna Elaine Girts, 75, of 106 Nancy Lane, Kersey, PA.
Donna Elaine Girts, 75, of 106 Nancy Lane, Kersey, passed away peacefully following a lengthy illness Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Nelson’s Golden Years in DuBois.
She was born February 26, 1950 in DuBois, daughter of the late Benedetto and Ida Anderson Palumbo. She was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1968. Donna worked for the St. Marys School District, first at the high school, then at Fox Township Elementary School as the school secretary.
On January 9, 1990, in Las Vegas, Donna married Dean Girts, who survives. Together they shared thirty-five years of love, laughter, and a wonderful marriage.
Ramona V. Stebbins, 81, of Sabinsville, PA
Ramona V. Stebbins, 81, of Sabinsville, PA, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at home.
Born March 23, 1943, in Sabinsville, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Winnona (Churchill) Griffin. On May 7, 1963 in Sabinsville, she married James W. Stebbins, Sr. who preceded her death on April 10, 2019. Mony worked several jobs, including homemaker. She was a member of the Clymer Baptist Church in Sabinsville and enjoyed reading, was gifted in knitting, tatting, crocheting and sewing, and enjoyed hosting friends every week to quilt and have lunch together.