On December 24 at 9:47 pm. Norwich, Smethport, And Port Allegany Fire Depts were dispatched as well as Phoenix ambulance to 143 Colegrove Rd. for a garage fire. Tanker requested from Hamlin, Emporium , and Roulette now being described as a house fire. Roulette has been dispatched to Smethport station for standby
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Bradford, PA – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) is hoping to provide some holiday cheer to their patients this Christmas. BRMC will be providing a special holiday meal for their patients who cannot be home with their families on December 25 for the Christmas holiday.
BRMC wants to ensure that even if it’s just a festive meal, their patients still get to celebrate the holidays in some way. Also, patients can invite family or friends to enjoy the holiday meal with them — any additional meals may be purchased for $5 per person.
“We’re overjoyed to be able to give our patients some holiday cheer when they need it most,” said Julie Becker, general manager, food and nutrition services. “No one wants to be away from their home, family, and friends during the holidays. Through these small gestures we hope to show our patients that our goal is to create a positive patient experience.”
Visitors are kindly reminded that masks must be worn at all times to ensure the safety of all patients.
At 5:06 PM on Saturday, Emporium Firefighters responded to 5113 Sizerville Road for a side-by-side that crashed into a propane storage tank.
At 5:40 PM on Saturday, Emporium Fire Dept. has been dispatched to 5398 Sizerville Road for a chimney fire. Neighbor reports no one home.
At 3:16 PM on Saturday, Austin Ambulance has been called to Costello Avenue for a woman ill.
The Tri-Town Vol Fire Co would like to send out a big congratulations to the individuals that will hold a position for the 2023 year at the company.
Tri-Town Vol Fire Co Officers as followed:
President: John Prouty JR
Vice President: Daniel Borkholder
Secretary: Christina Ordway
Treasurer: Delores Weiss
Chief 47: Matt Seeley
Chief 47-10: Luke Lampman
Chief 47-20: Mike Hager
Chief 47-30: John Petsch
Fire Police Captain: Ed Cornell
Tri-Town Vol Ambulance Officers as followed:
President: Gary Erway
Vice President: Belinda Empson
Secretary: Vanessa Erhard
Treasurer: Jolene Empson
At 2:41 PM on Saturday, Blossburg Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Rt. 15 NB at the Overpass for North Williamson Road for a vehicle crash.
Gone on arrival. RECALL all units.
At 1:15 PM on Saturday, Portville & Mutual aid fire companies have been dispatched to a house fire at 2171 Lillibridge Road.
Westons Mills Chief 1 reports nothing showing on scene.
Donna L. Lewis, age 81 of Westfield, PA passed away on Thursday December 22, 2022 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira.
Born October 13, 1941 in Addison, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Virginia (Gee) Avery. Donna married Paul G. Lewis on December 27, 1959 and they shared 62 years together.
She enjoyed reading, crocheting, fishing, picking berries and playing games on her computer.
She is survived by her husband, Paul of Westfield; children, Deb and Don Kibbe of Harrison Valley and Paul and Lori Lewis, Jr. of Rathbone, NY: grandchildren, Charles and Tara Kibbe of North Fork, Sheri and Matt Slater of Mansfield, Terry Lewis of Alaska, Candi Hendrickson of Alaska and Roy Lewis of Ohio; great grandchildren, Dakota, Wyatt, Myah, Maleah and Chelsea and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Jim and Chuck Avery.
Private family services will be held at their convenience.
Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Douglas Burge, 61, of Warren, PA., died Monday, December 19, 2022 at his residence.
A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, Pa.—Burdette A. “Woody” Woodkirk, 84, of Hazle Township, formerly of Potter County, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, in Lehigh Valley Hospital in Hazleton, after a brief illness.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
At 12:46 PM on Saturday, St. Marys Fire Dept. has been dispatched to 1094 Windfall Road for a structure fire.
Clearfield, PA – As winter storm Elliott continues, PennDOT is providing a Christmas Eve noon update on restored speed limits.
The 45 mph speed reduction has been lifted on:
The speed limit returned to normal earlier today on:
Reduced speed of 45 mph remains in place on:
On roadways with speed restrictions, commercial vehicles not affected by restrictions on these or other roadways must move to the right lane.
12/23/2022
Harrisburg, PA – Colonel Robert Evanchick, commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police, announced that 102 cadets have graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. The class was the 165th to graduate from the academy in Hershey since it opened in 1960.
Colonel Evanchick told the cadets they have been given the tools needed to succeed. He said it is now up to them to apply what they have learned.
“I ask you to never compromise yourself or your fellow troopers, and always maintain your honor and integrity,” said Evanchick. “I have full faith in your abilities and devotion to protect and serve the residents and visitors of this commonwealth.”
At 10:46 AM on Saturday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been dispatched to Rt. 155 South for general weakness.
At 11:35 AM on Saturday, Mansfield & Blossburg have been dispatched to a crash between a pickup truck & a water tanker at 19795 Route 6 in Sullivan Township. No injuries but roadway blocked.
Winter Storm Warning issued December 24 at 9:53AM EST until December 26 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo
DESCRIPTION: …WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST MONDAY…
DESCRIPTION: …WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST MONDAY…
* WHAT…Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of
1 to 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Wind chills as
cold as 30 below zero.
* WHERE…Wyoming and Cattaraugus counties.
* WHEN…Until 1 AM EST Monday. Lake effect snow will move back
south into the area overnight through Sunday.
INSTRUCTIONS: Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel
conditions.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo (Western New York)
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 24 at 9:53AM EST until December 25 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo
DESCRIPTION: …WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST
SUNDAY…
INSTRUCTIONS: Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo (Western New York)
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
959 AM EST Sat Dec 24 2022
…WIND CHILL WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
…WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
1 AM EST SUNDAY…
* WHAT…For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind
chills. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. For the Wind
Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as
low as 25 below zero.
* WHERE…Portions of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…For the Wind Chill Warning, until 1 PM EST this
afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 1 PM this
afternoon to 1 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS…The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed
skin in less than 30 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Avoid going outside during the coldest parts of the day. Dress in
layers and cover exposed skin. Wear a hat and gloves. Frostbite
and hypothermia can occur within minutes if precautions are not
taken.
Review winter weather safety and preparedness information at
weather.gov/winter.
The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.
Limit time outside. Dress in layers and cover exposed skin. Wear
a hat and gloves. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if
precautions are not taken.
Review winter weather safety and preparedness information at
weather.gov/winter.
The latest forecast information can be found on the
NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege,
or on the web at weather.gov/ctp.
David J. “Bud” Brandt, IV, 31, of Kersey passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, December 21, 2022.
He was born on March 15, 1991 in Bradford, PA, a son of David Brandt, III and Paula Seighman Brandt, who survive of Kersey.
Bud loved working on vehicles, as well as riding four wheelers and motorcycles. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He had a shared love for Iron Maiden and his two dogs, Iris and Star. Anyone and everyone who knew Bud knew he would lend a helping hand anyway he could, an attribute of many that will be deeply missed about him.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sisters; Amanda Ryden of Kersey and Deanna (Ian) Straub of Byrnedale, by one nephew; Michael, and by one niece; Mazakeen. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother; Carlyn Seighman of Smethport, his paternal grandmother; Patricia Brandt of Meyerstown, and his paternal grandfather; David (Loretta) Brandt, Jr. of Lebanon. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather; William “Bill” Seighman.
Funeral Services for David J. Brandt, IV will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home with Rec. Barry Moyer officiating.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 from 11:30 AM until the time of the service.
On December 23 at 7:10 pm. Ulysses was dispatched to 600 School St. for an automatic fire alarm
On December 23 at 6:13 pm Bradford TWP. was dispatched for a tree falling through the roof of a structure no injuries or entrapment
On December 23 at 6:20 pm. Coudersport Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to North Hollow Rd. near Burrows Rd. for A One vehicle crash car into a pole with wires down with unknown injuries
On December 23 at 6:02 pm. Cuba And Friendship were dispatched to I-86 between Friendship aznd Cuba for a one vehicle crash with injuries
