Ambluance Dispatched to 40 Adams Street, Galeton
Ambluance Dispatched to 40 Adams Street, Galeton for abdominal pain.
January 2026
Richard “Rick” Blackman Jr., 74, Formerly Of Port Allegany, Pennsylvania
Richard “Rick” Blackman Jr., born on May 27, 1951, in Port Allegany, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 2, 2025, in Deland, Florida. He was 74 years old.
Rick proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War – in Korea, a chapter of his life that reflected his deep sense of duty and commitment. His service remains a lasting testament of his courage and dedication.
He is loving remembered by his wife Margaret; sons Richard and Jonathan; daughter – in – law Linda; granddaughters Destinee and Sarah; sisters Patricia (Patsy) Bechtel and Elizabeth (Betsy) Slade (husband Richard); brother Perry Blackman (wife Judy); as well as several nieces, nephews, and extended family. Rick was preceded in death by his father Richard Sr., and mother Patricia.
Those who knew Rick will remember him as someone deeply cherished by all. His presence brought warmth and joy to those around him, and he will be greatly missed.
Rick will be laid to rest at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery.
May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.
Richard J. “Dick” Price, 91, Of Johnsonburg
Richard J. “Dick” Price, 91, of 516 Woodland Ave., Johnsonburg, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 31, 2025, at UPMC-Magee Women’s Hospital, Pittsburgh, following a lengthy illness. He was born May 1, 1934, in Ridgway, a son to the late Vincent and Alice Nearing Price. On April 21, 1956, in Johnsonburg, he married the former Rebecca “Becky” Clyde, and she survives.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Dick was a 1952 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Johnsonburg Senior Center. He enjoyed bowling, hunting and fishing, tossing horseshoes, and playing cards at the senior center and with his friends and he loved playing in the men’s softball league when he was younger.
In 1996, Dick retired from Willamette Industries, Johnsonburg Mill after 40 years of service.
Potter County Farmers Market, Indoors For Winter
The winter Indoor Potter County Farmers Market, located at the Riley Gallery, next to the Hotel Crittenden, will be open the first Saturday of each month, from January to May. The next market will be this Saturday, January 3rd, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICES:
* STARTING JANUARY 3RD, NEW WINTER MARKET HOURS ARE SATURDAYS FROM 11AM TO 2PM.
* Beginning in January 2026 the Farmers Market will be the first Saturday of each month until May. The Saturday dates are January 3rd, February 7th, March 7th, and April 4th. May 2026 the market will again be on the square
* Market times have been established after many trials over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
Luther R. “Luke” PERKINS, 53, of Port Allegany, PA
Luther R. “Luke” PERKINS, 53, of Port Allegany, PA, died Tuesday, December 30, 2025 in the Gatehouse, Williamsport.
Born February 22, 1972, in Coudersport, he was the son of Dennis Randolph and Edith Louise Fitch Perkins. A 1990 graduate of Port Allegany High School, he worked as a logger, pipefitter, and welder.
Luke was an outdoorsman. Surviving are: four children, Luther J. (Ember) Perkins, Hailee Perkins, Justin (Allie) Perkins, and Gracie Stahli-Dilley; three grandchildren; three brothers, Frank (Sande) Fitch, Cliff (Brenda) Colson, and Jeffrey (Tammy) Elmquist; three sisters, Rebecca Perkins, Colette Perkins, and Colleen Ross; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, John F. Colson, Jr.
Services will be private. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Gloria L. Turner, 89, of Port Allegany
Port Allegany – Gloria L. Turner, 89, of Port Allegany, passed away Wednesday (December 31, 2025) at her home in Port Allegany.
She was born January 31, 1936, in Soldier, PA, the daughter of George and Sarah (Adamson) Mowrey. She was first married to Michael Denninson. On July 22, 1966, in Bradford, PA, she married James O. Turner, who survives.
Mrs. Turner was a graduate of Reynoldsville High School and worked as a waitress for several years, then at Ball-Incon of Port Allegany in the packing department.
Gloria was a member of AARP.
Galeton December Weather Report
As you know, winter started early in Galeton. Snow, cold, and very windy at times. Morning readings were mainly in the 20’s. It was zero on the 5th and minus 3 degrees on the 9th. It did manage to reach 41 on the 19th. Afternoons stayed in the 20’s and 30’s with wind. On a very few days, it did manage to reach the low 40s. Heavy sleet fell on the 26th and 27th along with freezing rain. Conditions were very slippery. No mail was delivered on the 27th, and some stores and shops were closed. Because of the icy conditions, some were housebound for a few days.
Rainfall and melted snow amounted to 3,37″ in 2024; the total was 2.88″. We received 16.5″ of snow. In 2024, the total was 15.3″. This year, we had 1″ or more of snow on the ground for 22 days. The greatest snow depth was 10″ on the 14th and 15th. Fog showed up one morning on the 29th.
The rain/snow readings for 2025. Rain 40.08″, which is 2.21″ below the average. Snow 34.2″, which is 20″ below average.
Get ready for more of the same for January. January is the coldest month of the year. However, you may still venture into the shed or garage to look at the mower and think about spring.
Henry W. Lush, National Weather Server Observer