The local league chapter is pleased to announce that JUNE HILMEY, a junior from Allegany-Limestone High School, has been chosen to attend this year’s Students Inside Albany program sponsored by the League of Women Voters of New York State Education Foundation, Inc.,This long standing annual Students Inside Albany program will take place from May 17 – 20, 2026 and will bring more than 45 students from across the state to Albany to get a first-hand education about their state government. The program is designed to increase high school students’ awareness of their responsibility in representative government and provide information about the tools necessary for meeting that responsibility.
Patricia A. “Sis” Friedl “beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister”
Patricia A. “Sis” Friedl, 80, a lifelong resident of Austin, passed away with her loving family by her side in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, on Monday, May 11, 2026, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Born on Monday, April 29, 1946 in Coudersport, she was a daughter of John and Jane Housler Dynda. On June 4, 1977 in the Austin United Methodist Church, she married Raymond A. “Fritz” Friedl, who passed away on August 30, 2020.
Sis was a graduate of Austin Area High School and a graduate of St. Bonaventure University. She was first employed by the former Marvin’s Powdered Metals in Austin. After earning her degree in nursing, she was employed at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital Long Term Care Unit in Coudersport until her retirement.
Sis was “a heck of a Bingo player”. She was a member of Austin VFW Post 7810 Auxiliary. She enjoyed bowling in the Coudersport Bowling League. Her greatest loves were her beloved husband and her family.
Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Lyle R. Dynda of Austin and David J. (Paula) Marsh of Coudersport; six grandchildren, Robert “Bob” (Jennifer Waite) Dynda, Nathan Scott Dynda, Jonathan “Jed” Dynda, Katarina “Kat” Dynda, Josh Marsh, and Travis Marsh; five great-grandchildren, Hailie Marsh, Akacia Dynda, Aizlynn Dynda, Kaivan Dynda, and Kajor Dynda; two brothers, Jim Dynda of Shinglehouse and John (Judy) Dynda of Austin; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Sis was predeceased by a sister, Diane Gross.
A celebration of Sis’ life will be held at the Austin VFW Post 7810, 293 Costello Avenue, Austin, on a date and time to be announced.
Sis’ family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Sis, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Smethport–Nancy Lee (Reese) Nick, of Smethport, died Monday, May 11, 2026, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home, where she had been a resident for about a year. Nancy’s family would like to thank the nurses, aides, and staff at the nursing home for the care and love that they provided to Nancy in her time of need.
Nancy was born on June 7, 1938, in Wrights Corners, PA to Richard and Pauline (Baker) Reese. Nancy and her siblings were raised in a large part by her Grandmother and Grandfather Baker whom she loved dearly and who instilled in her and her sisters with a strong moral compass and work ethic.
Nancy married Robert J. Nick on July 14, 1956, and they were married until his death on October 31, 2015. Bob and Nancy shared their years together building a home for their seven children, 15 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. They loved to get together with friends and family, to go to their camp and to go camping, to host wonderful get-togethers, and travel to see family and new adventures.
Nancy was a homemaker and she cooked every day for her large family and unexpected guests. She also held many jobs throughout her life to help supplement the family income, including working in the school cafeteria and taking orders at Sears Catalog. Nancy loved gardening and was an avid reader. She was a member of St. Elizabeth’s Church Altar Rosary Society and was very committed to the Women’s group through several activities to benefit the Church and her community. Nancy’s faith guided her to treat all others as equal, with a strong belief in helping others nearby or anywhere in the world where a need existed.
Nancy is survived by her children, five daughters: Patti A. Micale of St. Mary’s, Lynn M. Finlan of Colchester, CT, Karen S. (Mitch) Scott of Smethport, PA, Amy L. Nick of Smethport, and Mary Beth (Tim) Holohan of Smethport, PA and two sons: Joseph L. (Terry) Nick of King of Prussia, PA, and Alan J. (Debbie) Nick of Port Allegany, PA. Nancy is also survived by her loving and faithful sister Linda A. Ness of Smethport, PA and two half-brothers Richard (Nancy) Waterman and Robert (Wendy) Waterman. Nancy especially loved her grandchildren Val, Charlie, Stephanie, Jayson, Danielle, Brittannie, Katie, Kelley, Jacob, Meghan, Randy, Brianna, Amelia, Abigail and Anna. Nancy also had many great grandchildren and was their proud Nana. Nancy had a large extended family of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins that she loved very much and was grateful for.
Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and two sisters: Beth Swartzfager and Mary (Midge) Bauman.
There will be no visitation. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, May 23 at 10:00 AM at St. Elizabeth Church, Smethport with the Rev Joseph Dougherty, Pastor, as celebrant. Burial will be at the St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Smethport. Memorials may be made to the Hamlin Memorial Library, PO Box 422, Smethport, PA 16749 in lieu of flowers. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
In May 13th Smethport, Port Allegany, Norwich and Emporium Fire Departments were dispatched to 704 West North St. Smethport Borough for a structure fire. UPDATE all units except Smethport and Port Allegany recalled the fire is under control
Emmett D. Stiefel, 73, of Jefferson Street, Bradford, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at Olean General Hospital.
Born November 30, 1952, in Olean NY, he was a son of the late Theodore and Helen (Saverline) Stiefel. He was a 1971 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On May 1, 1972, he enlisted in the United States Army. He served as an Intel Analyst until he was honorably discharged on April 30, 1974. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.
On December 15, 1979, in the Emanuel Lutheran Church he married Deborah Lynn (Randolph) Stiefel who preceded him in death on February 8, 2006.
After the service, Emmett joined W.R. Case Cutlery and worked in the bone room. He retired after 36 years at the company in 2010.
Emmett enjoyed listening to classic rock, watching television, movies, building model cars and making things out of Legos.
Surviving is his only daughter, Heather (Brandon) Whittemore, of Bradford, one grandson Liam Whittemore, two sisters, Belva Pessia, of Mechanicsburg, Karla Applegate, of Bradford, one brother, Quentin Stiefel, of Spencerport NY, and several nieces and nephews.
Emmett was preceded in death by his parents, wife Debi, of 27 years, one sister, Chastina Stiefel, and two brothers, Truman Stiefel, infant Robert.
Emmett’s family will receive friends on Friday May 15, 2026, from 11 AM to 1 PM at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave., followed by funeral services 1 PM with Rev. John Kearns, Pastor of the Emanuel Lutheran Church officiating. Following the funeral service Military Honors will be accorded in McKean Memorial Park by members of the United States Army and the American Legion Post 108 of Bradford Honor Guards.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Deborah (Debi) Randolph Stiefel Memorial Fund at the Bradford Hospital Foundation by calling (814) 362-3200 or online at https://www.brmc-ogh.org/foundations/brmc/ or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Keith F. Wedge, 82, of Ceres, NY, a former longtime resident and businessman of Bolivar, passed away in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, with his loving family by his side, on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Family and friends may gather from 11am to 1pm on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, PA, where funeral services will follow at 1pm.
Keith’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
The City of Bradford Police Department is releasing information regarding a recent incident involving an individual’s attempt to illegally purchase a firearm.
On March 29, 2025, at approximately 4:26 pm, Tyrone Wayne Bailey attempted to purchase a pistol from Sportsmans Outlet, a licensed firearms dealer located at 500 Chestnut Street, Bradford, PA 16701.
During the purchase process, Bailey completed the required federal and state forms, including the ATF Form 4473 and the Pennsylvania State Application of Sale SP4-113. On both forms, Bailey answered “NO” to questions regarding being subject to a court order of protection. However, an investigation revealed that Bailey had an active order of protection issued out of New York State. By signing the forms, Bailey falsely attested that the information provided was true, correct, and complete, despite knowing about the active order of protection.
This is a violation of federal and state laws, and the City of Bradford Police Department takes these incidents very seriously. The Pennsylvania State Police Firearms Unit provided copies of the completed forms and the order of protection. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of honesty and transparency during the firearms purchase process.
The City of Bradford Police Department is committed to ensuring public safety and enforcing laws related to firearms. We urge all individuals to comply with the law and to be truthful when completing required forms. Bailey was arraigned before Judge Engman the on call judge on 4/26/2026 where bail was set at $25,000.
Bailey was unable to post bail and remained to Mckean County Jail. If you have any information about illegal firearms activities, please contact the City of Bradford Police Department at (814) 887-4911. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On May 7, 2026, City of Bradford Police officers responded to a call at 25 South Center Street regarding an unwanted male within the residence.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with the individual, identified as 25-year-old Jacob Michael Kamats. After speaking with Kamats, officers conducted a formal interview with the victim, who reported an incident earlier that day at the same location.
According to the victim, Kamats threatened them multiple times, leading to an argument. The victim, fearing for their safety, locked themselves in the bathroom.
While the victim was barricaded, Kamats attempted to kick down the door multiple times, making threats, including “I’ll kill you all.” Yesterday, Kamats was subsequently arrested by Troopers with the PA State Police Troop C, Lewis Run, at a residence in Smethport. He was arraigned by Judge Engman and remanded to McKean County Jail on $50,000 bail.
All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Jeanne P. Carloni, 87, of 49 Willard Ave., Bradford, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on April 12, 1939, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Leo P. and Irene (Gatesman) Carloni. She was a 1957 graduate from Bradford High School.
Jeanne was employed at Tate’s Fashionland, Corning Glass, and retired from Dale Electronics. She was a member of St. Bernard Church.
Surviving is one sister, Leona (Jimmy) Colosimo, and one brother, Francis (Joyce) Carloni, all of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Rose Miller, and two brothers, Gino Carloni, and Joseph Carloni.
Private funeral services for her family will be held with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating, burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
Port Allegany – Daniel Richard McCann, 79, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, at Olean General Hospital. Born on July 17, 1946, in Elmira, NY. Dan lived a life filled with love, laughter, friendship, and devotion to his family.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma Patton and Carl McCann. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Mary Kay McCann; his sisters, Judy Poyneer and Jackie Root; and his cherished children, Shannon and Mike Kio, Griffin and Susan McCann, Jack and Hallie Gaddess, Lesa Miller, and Christopher Gaddess.
He was a proud grandfather to Kiersten and Chad Austin, Dane and Brianna Kio, Maggie Gaddess, Ellie Gaddess, and Josie Gaddess, and a loving great-grandfather to Avery, Alayna, Sage, Camden, and Casen.
A proud Vietnam veteran, Dan honorably served his country in the United States Navy. Following his military service, he dedicated 38 years to his work as a mold maker with Saint-Gobain. For many years, he was a proud member of the VFW Frank Burt 6391, the Loyal Order of the Moose 460 and the Smethport Country Club.
With a program-record 33-win season already in the books, Penn College’s all-sophomore and freshman softball team has already exceeded expectations. As it heads into NCAA Division III Regional play starting on Thursday, coach Amber Savage’s goal is simple: “Compete with joy, stay true to who we are, and continue playing our brand of softball.
“We’re excited for the challenge and grateful for the opportunity. This group has earned the right to be here, and we’re looking forward to seeing how far their belief and preparation can take them.”
Region top-seed Mount Union (29-6) will host the double elimination tournament in Alliance, Ohio, and open play against fourth-seed Lebanon Valley College (26-15) at 11 a.m. on Thursday. Third-seeded Penn College (33-7) will square off against second-seed Christopher Newport University (28-11) at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. CNU is making its fifth-consecutive NCAA appearance and 23rd in program history while claiming the 2022 National Championship.
HARRISBURG, Pa. (May 11) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is alerting boaters that access to a portion of the Susquehanna River will be restricted from May 21-25, during the upcoming Air Dot Show Tour at Harrisburg International Airport, Dauphin County.
For the safety of the public and air show participants, buoys will be placed in the river to mark a temporary exclusion zone which includes the immediate area adjacent to the airport runway and extends to mid-river.
Waterways Conservation Officers and other security personnel will be present in the area to redirect boat traffic around the exclusion zone, as necessary. Unauthorized persons and boats who enter the restricted area will result in a delay in air show operations and could be subject to fines and penalties.
A map of the temporary exclusion zone can be viewed online here.
A year ago, Penn College saw its five-year drought of All-American archers end when Casey Keiter became number 44. This season, coach Dustin Bartron expects what had previously become an annual tradition that produced 43 archers earning the coveted status 88 times to continue.
Fifteen Wildcats will be among those competing from across the country Thursday through Sunday at the USA Archery Collegiate Target Nationals in East Lansing, Michigan.
Official practice is scheduled for Thursday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., with opening ceremonies at the Hope Sports Complex from 3:15-4 p.m.
On Friday at 8 a.m., men’s and women’s 72-arrow qualifying in 70-meter recurve and 50-meter compound, fixed pins, and barebow will be held, with mixed team rounds that afternoon.
Individual single elimination rounds through third place (bronze medal) will be staged starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, with team rounds that afternoon.
Angela Marie Green (née Altieri), 76, of Freeland, Maryland, passed away on May 10, 2025. Born on December 28, 1949, in Barton, New York, Angela lived a life centered on family, teaching, and quiet acts of love that touched everyone around her.
She grew up in Sayre, Pennsylvania, and later called Galeton, Pennsylvania, home before retiring and moving to Maryland. A proud graduate of Mansfield University, Angela earned her degree in elementary education and went on to serve as a dedicated special education teacher at Northern Potter Children’s School for 34 years. Her patience, warmth, and belief in every child’s potential left a lasting impression on generations of students and their families.
Linda L. Mawn, 79, of Center Street, passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois on Friday, May 8, 2026.
She was born on March 1, 1947, in Saint Marys, PA, a daughter of the late John and Dorothy Tucker Prechtl.
Linda dedicated many years of her life working for Buehler Lumber and for Help Mates, where she was known for her strong work ethic and kind heart. In her free time, she found joy in crocheting, playing cards with friends and loved ones, and most importantly, spending time with her family. She cherished every moment shared with those she loved and created countless memories that will be treasured forever. Her warmth, laughter, and caring spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Nancy Adair VAUGHAN, 87, formerly of Bath, NY, died Monday, March 2, 2026 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, PA. Born February 11, 1939, in Wellsville, NY, she was the daughter of Sewall and Augusta Kenyon Vaughan.
A 1958 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, she earned a Bachelor of Science in secondary education from Mansfield University and a Master of Science degree in education from Alfred University in 1965. She also held administrative degrees from the University of New York at Brockport. Nancy taught Social Studies, English, Government, and Psychology, and served as a school administrator at Haverling Central School in Bath for 34 years, retiring in 1994.
Nancy was active in civic affairs in Steuben County, serving on various boards and commissions, notably helping to found the Elm Cottage Museum and create a historic district in Bath, in her capacity as Bath Historic Commission Chairman for more than 20 years. She was active in local Democratic politics, serving as a local committeeman, vice chairman of the County, and State Committeeman for the 127th Assembly District. She was appointed by Gov. Mario Cuomo as a trustee at Corning Community College. As a Democratic leader, she coordinated political campaigns in the area for Lyndon Johnson, Robert Kennedy, Mario Cuomo, Howard Samuels, and many others. She held many leadership roles in the New York State Women’s political division. She was the recipient of numerous awards for civic and professional services.
Joyce A. KNEFLEY, 84, of Ulysses, PA, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, in her home surrounded by family. Born April 6, 1942, in Binghamton, NY, she was the daughter of Jay William and Beatrice Martha Chaffee Dillenbeck.
On March 11, 1967, in Binghamton, NY, she married J. Michael (Mike) Knefley, who survives. A 1960 graduate of Greene Central School, Greene, NY, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education and English from Hartwick College in 1964. Joyce was a lifelong educator and musician who taught in Windham, NY, and Imperial Beach, CA. A devoted servant of the church, Joyce served in various roles during her life, including Minister of Music, choir director, pianist, and worship team member.
In 1984, she and her husband, Mike, became owners/operators of Ski Denton at Denton Hill State Park. Joyce’s leadership at Ski Denton spanned more than 20 years, marking a significant chapter of business and community involvement in North Central Pennsylvania. Later, she became certified to teach English as a second language through Nyack College. Together with her husband, Mike, Joyce used that certification to teach English to military officers in Peru, Costa Rica, and Mongolia. She also traveled on mission trips to Hong Kong and China. Joyce was a woman of strong faith in God with a steadfast belief in the power of prayer.
