Richard J. Gardner, Jr., 75, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025 at Penn Highlands Elk following a brief illness.
He was born on June 24, 1950 in Ridgway, a son of the late Richard J. “Sup” Gardner, Sr. and Loretta P. Luchs Gardner.
Richard was a lifelong resident of the area and graduate of Ridgway High School. He worked at Elcam for many years. In his earlier years, Richard was active in the Spark Club in St. Marys and loved going to the dances on Friday nights with the friends he met there.
Dennis Edwin Scheerer October 14, 1962 – June 30, 2025 Dennis Edwin Scheerer, born October 14, 1962, in Chula Vista, California, passed away on June 30, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him most.
He is survived by his mother, Susan Larson Scheerer, his stepfather Zeal “Sonny” Hinkle, his brother Daniel Scheerer (Michelle Janssen-Scheerer), step brother Beau Hinkle (Tiffany Hinkle).
He was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Scheerer, and his brother, Brad Scheerer. Dennis was a proud and loving father to Erin Rumsey, Stormie Scheerer, Blue Reisinger, and Daisy Scheerer.
Carla E. Miller, 80, of Coudersport, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at her home. She was born on November 16, 1944, in Summit Hill, the daughter of the late Carl and Helen (Heffelfinger) Breiner. She married William C. Miller on September 16, 1962, and celebrated 55 years of marriage until his passing on June 8, 2018.
Carla worked as a milk tester in Potter County for the Pennsylvania Dairy Herd Inspection Association, and she was an Avon Lady for 20+ years. She loved gardening, quilting, spending time with her family, and her dogs, Tiny and Snickers.
Carla is survived by a son, Will Miller of Coudersport; a daughter, Audrey Montgomery of Vallejo, CA; grandchildren: Travis (Melissa) Montgomery, Brittany Montgomery, Erin (Mat) Fryer, Dalton Miller, and Claudia Miller, great grandchildren: Thea, Felicity, Liam, Maverick, Charlie, Theodore, Kinsley, and Lakeyn-Duane. In addition to her husband and parents, Carla was preceded in death by 3 brothers, a sister, and a daughter-in-law, Bonnie Sue Miller.
Services for Carla will be announced at a later date. The family has entrusted her arrangements with the Thomas Fickinger Funeral Home 210 N. East Street Coudersport. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Mount Jewett man sentenced to 12 years to 24 years plus 3 years of consecutive probation after his conviction at a jury trial of committing sex crimes against two minor children has had his request to be released to hospice care denied. McKean County Judge Pavlock denied the request of Kevin BROWN to be placed in hospice at the residence of his wife. BROWN appealed the Judge’s denial of his motion without first holding a hearing. The Superior Court affirmed the Judge’s denial without a hearing noting that the Judge found that release of BROWN to the residence of his wife where the crimes occurred would pose an undue risk of escape or danger to the community. No hearing was necessary for the court to decide the matter. The Superior Court agreed with the Judge’s findings.
Cattaraugus Gives, powered by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation, will return this year on Giving Tuesday, December 2, to support Cattaraugus County nonprofit organizations.
The high-energy online fundraising event invites 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Cattaraugus County and CRCF funds to collaborate, compete and raise critical dollars for their missions.
Last year, 96 participating organizations raised $331,512 in just one day – contributing to the more than $1.5 million raised since the initiative began in 2018.
In addition to donations, nonprofits compete for cash prizes throughout the event. In 2024, CRCF awarded $23,350 in bonus prizes, further boosting the impact of local campaigns.
Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS), an affiliate of Journey Health System, is pleased to announce a new outpatient clinic at 23 Kennedy Street inside Bradford’s Old City Hall building. BLBHS will also continue to serve clients at its established clinic in Warren, Pennsylvania. This expansion will further enhance BLBHS’s goal to provide comprehensive mental health care to consumers of all ages across the region.
Behavioral health services and evidence-based treatments will be provided by Joshua Halbauer, MD, a seasoned psychiatrist with over 26 years of experience in the field, along with a dedicated team of professionals.
Hello, my name is Saige Causer and I am a Life Scout currently working on my Eagle Project. I am working with Pfeiffer Nature Center out of Portville, New York to make picnic tables that can accommodate mobility aids.
Pfeiffer has nature trails that can accommodate different types of mobility aids such as wheelchairs. The style of picnic table I am making has gaps at the edges of the seats so mobility aids can be placed right beside the benches.
My goal is to make 6 of these picnic tables, so everyone can enjoy the beauty of nature without having to deal with unnecessary obstacles.
Donations will go towards the materials, safety equipment, tools, and other supplies and will be handled by my mother, Randi Causer because I am under the age of 18.
If you have any questions relating to the project, interest in helping build the tables, or where in depth the funds will go, I am available to answer.
BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and Northeast College of Health Sciences have a new partnership to give students a faster, more affordable path to earning a Doctor of Chiropractic degree. New articulation agreements between the schools make it easier for Pitt-Bradford students to transfer into Northeast’s chiropractic program.
The new 4+3 program lets eligible students earn both a bachelor’s degree from Pitt-Bradford and a Doctor of Chiropractic from Northeast in just seven years—one year faster than usual—and guarantees their admission to Northeast’s program. Students majoring in biology, chemistry, environmental science, exercise science or physical sciences are eligible, along with those pursuing a pre-professional program such as pre-chiropractic, pre-nutrition or pre-veterinary medicine.
Fannie Ruth Thomas Cobb, 98, a longtime resident of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at Grand Brook Memory Care in Fishers, Indiana. Born on January 17, 1927, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Pearl and John Thomas.
She was united in marriage to Calvin Cobb on March 7, 1953. They shared a loving and devoted partnership until his passing in 2019.
Paul Russell Fero, 73, of Austin, PA, passed away July 3, 2025, at his residence. He was born June 8, 1952, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Paul W. and Mary (Defalca) Fero. Shortly before his birth, Paul’s father passed away. Paul’s mother remarried, and he was raised by her and his step-father Edward Losiewicz. After leaving school, Paul served his country in the US Army during Viet Nam.
Following his service in the Army, Paul worked as a laborer at many different jobs, but his most significant work was serving as a caregiver for his companion Robin Gordon. Paul was an avid Chevy enthusiast, he loved racing, especially NASCAR and drag racing, and even tried his hand at racing on a dirt track.
Judith “Judy” M. Shaffer, 86, of Tiona, PA, died early Friday July 4th, 2025, in the Rouse Home after a period of declining health.
She was born on January 29, 1939, in Mayburg, PA, Forest County, the daughter of the late G. Edward and Gertrude Wilson Miner. Judy was a graduate of Warren Area High School, Class of 1956. Judy was a longtime member of the Tiona Global Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir. Music was a big part of Judy’s life; she loved to sing.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a roadway project scheduled to start soon will close a portion of Route 125 in Coal Township, Northumberland County.
Between Monday, July 14, 2025, and Sunday, July 27, 2025, Route 125 will be closed between Point Breeze Road (Route 3004) and Bear Valley Road, while the contractor installs a culvert under Route 125. Work on the project includes installation of the culvert, paving, and line painting.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that a highway resurfacing project impacting Route 1010 (Genesee Mills Road) in Genesee and Bingham townships in Potter County will begin Monday, July 7. This project will improve ride quality and extend the service life of nearly 12 miles of roadway across three roads in Potter and McKean counties.
While the contractor completes this work, the road will be closed between Route 244 and Route 1013 (Bingham Center Road). Traffic will follow a detour using Route 244, Route 449, Route 1018 (Winter Green Road), Route 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road), and Bingham Center Road) around the work zone.
PennDOT to Close West Washington Street for Bridge Replacement July 7
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that a detour will go into place on Monday, July 7, as work begins to replace a bridge on Route 346 (West Washington Street) spanning Gates Hollow Run in Bradford Township, McKean County. Replacing the bridge will improve ride quality and enhance safety.
Once the bridge closes on Monday, drivers will follow a detour using Corydon Street and Dorothy Lane to navigate around the closure. Additionally, PennDOT notes there will be no parking permitted along West Corydon Street between South Avenue and Bushnell Street while work is completed.
Overall work includes replacement of the existing structure, approach paving, drainage improvements, guiderail installation, application of paving markings, and miscellaneous construction. Bob Cummins Construction of Bradford, PA, is the contractor on this $1.4 million project. PennDOT expects the detour to be in place for approximately three weeks. All work is weather-dependent.
Motorists are advised a bridge preservation project will continue next week in Lycoming County.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a bridge preservation project will continue next week in Lycoming County. This project provides preservation work on 12 state-owned bridges throughout the county. Work includes bridge deck repair, the application of a waterproof membrane, paving, and line painting.
The week of July 7, 2025, the contractor will be placing temporary traffic control signals and will begin milling on the following bridge.
Route 44
Crews will be working on the bridge over Pine Creek, located 0.8 miles south of Route 414 in Cummings Township.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking dedicated, civic-minded individuals to join in its effort to clean up litter along Pennsylvania’s highways through its Adopt a Highway (AAH) Program. Under the program, individual volunteers or civic organizations enter a two-year agreement to collect litter at least twice a year along stretches of state-owned roadway.
PennDOT provides access to safety training for volunteers along with gloves, safety vests, trash bags, and, if requested, highway warning signs for use during litter pick-ups. It also notifies Pennsylvania State Police of all scheduled events, collects bagged litter from the roadside following pick-up events, and posts roadway signage in recognition of the volunteer efforts.
Participants must be age eight or older, and there must be at least one adult age 18 or older for every eight minors (age 17 or younger). Minors must also have parental permission to participate.
Full Depth Reclamation Planned on Bear Hollow Road in Ralpho Township, Northumberland County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised All Saints Road (T-462), Bear Hollow Road (T-800), and a portion of Happy Valley Road (T-302) will be closed in Ralpho Township, Northumberland County, for a full depth reclamation project.
Starting on Monday, July 14, 2025, Ralpho Township, will begin work on a full depth reclamation on Bear Hollow Road. Motorists can expect the following closures for the duration of the project. The project is anticipated to be completed in August 2025, weather permitting.
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – During the month of July, Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are offering a variety of classes and support groups designed to provide health education, encouragement and community connection.
The Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Workshop helps individuals take charge of their diabetes with expert guidance and support. The comprehensive program at OGH covers key aspects of diabetes self-care, including meal planning, medication management and lifestyle strategies. The workshop will take place in the OGH Education Center on the first floor. The dates and times are as follows:
HARRISBURG, Pa. –The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced today that the parking lot and boat ramp at Upper Woods Pond in Lebanon Township, Wayne County, will be temporarily closed from July 21-24, 2025.
During this time, improvements will be made to the access road and boat ramp.
While work is being completed at Upper Woods Pond, anglers and boaters can continue to find local fishing and boating access at Lower Woods Pond nearby.
The PFBC thanks the public for their patience and understanding as these improvements are completed.
Weekend in the Wilds drew thousands to events and businesses over the weekend. The 2-days of festivities began Friday and concluded Saturday evening with a new venue for the fireworks. The event organized by the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce coordinates activities for each day and works with businesses and non-profits to provide a weekend filled with events.
Two bands featuring young musicians kicked off the event Friday evening. The crowd enjoyed the music and purchased sweet treats from a local vendor. Saturday brought out a slew of Big Foot Hunters hoping to capture the elusive feet! Mountaineer Search & Rescue officials say this year everyone with a license received a t-shirt and the successful hunters took home prizes donated by Cameron County businesses. The sidewalks and streets heated up as the temperature rose. The thermometer reached nearly 90 during the vendor event which drew more than 50 to set up booths. Many headed to Smokers Insane Terrain Offroad Park for the smash and crash car mud race. That event continued until 7pm. Food trucks and open fields for pick up games of football, horseshoes and other activities kept the crowd busy until fireworks blasted off around 9:30.
Darlene M. Donohue “beloved mother, grandmother, and companion”
Darlene M. Donohue, 68, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Friendship, NY, was called to be with the Lord, unexpectedly in her home on Friday, July 4, 2025.
Born on Saturday, March 16, 1957 in Lackawanna, NY, she was a daughter of Gerald and Virginia Fuller Rauber. On March 22, 1975 in Lockport, NY, she married David E. Donohue, who passed away on January 2, 2009. She was the companion of Robert Wylie for many years.
The Potter County Planning Department is hitting the road as part of the Revitalize Potter County initiative—and we want to hear from you! We’re co-planning for future community and economic development projects across the county, and your ideas will help shape what comes next.
As part of this effort, we’re hosting Community Feedback Meetings in eight towns, starting with Genesee (July 7), Roulette (July 8), and Germania (July 9), all 6-8pm. These meetings are designed to be hands-on, energizing, and full of great conversation—plus we’re bringing dinner.
This is your chance to share what you love about your community, what needs attention, and what you’d like to see built, supported, or improved. Everyone is welcome—bring your kids, your neighbors, and your best ideas.
