Mary E. Zurcher, 71, of Warren, PA., died Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Rouse Home, after an extended illness. She was born March 23, 1954, in Warren, PA. Mary was the daughter of Bruce and Doris Ruth Wolven Harding. She was a 1972 graduate of Warren Area High School. She was employed as a receptionist with Warren Medical Group for 13 years, retiring in 2017.
Valren E. Culp, age 88, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Friday, October 10, 2025. He was born on February 14, 1937 in Ohio, a son of the late Paine and Evelyn (Wiemer) Culp, was married to the late Dorothea “Dot” (Baker) Culp and served in the US Army.
Val is survived by two sisters-in-law: Jean Culp and Rosalind Culp both of Galeton, PA, and “bonus children” William Baker of Gold, PA, Kathlen (Albert) Talada of Elmira, NY, Robert (Pam) Baker of Scio, NY, Brenda Badmone of Wellsboro, PA, Johanna (John) Shelmire of Wellsboro, PA, Dorothea (Michael) Shuster of Wellsboro, PA, Alice Smith of Sutton WV.
He was predeceased by four brothers: Paine Culp, Kenneth Culp, Aaron Culp, Ted Culp and a son: John Baker.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Mary Catherine BRADSTREET, 90, of Andover, NY, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. She spent her last five years living with Anne and Terry McCormick in Andover and was a very integral part of their family life.
Born September 8, 1935, in Scranton, PA, she was the daughter of Gerald J. and Fredericka B. “Fritzi” Casey. A graduate of Laurel Hill Academy in Susquehanna, PA, she earned a BA in Education from Marywood College in 1957.
Madison Fillhart and Aiden Bliss were named Queen and King of the 2025 Homecoming during a half-time ceremony held Saturday afternoon during the Gator-Terror football game held at Gator Field.
Madison is the daughter of Justin and Christine Fillhart of Roulette.
Aiden is the son of Brandon and Michelle Bliss of Port Allegany.
The two, along with their court – Tristan Kiser, Ethan Tarbox, Nick Wilfong, Jarrod Funk, Isla Lehmeir, Lily Lehmeir, Madison Errick, and Jenna Renner – reigned over the Senior High Homecoming Dance held Saturday night at the school.
The theme for this year’s Homecoming was Rio de Janeiro. Homecoming was sponsored by the Student Council.
The Port Allegany Rotary Club welcomed Journey Wilmoth and Madison Errick to their weekly meeting held Thursday at Moose Lodge #460. Journey is the daughter of Tammy Vascooter and Carl Wilmoth. She has a brother, Jett Ruding. She is a member of the Port United Soccer and Bocce Ball teams, she is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, Varsity Club and Drama Club. Journey is an avid reader and participates in the Reading Competitions. She enjoys fishing and pickleball. She also works at Zitomedia in Coudersport. Journey is planning to go to college to study psychology. She was introduced to the club by Charlie Cox. Madison is the daughter of Mark Errick and Cathy Errick. She has a sister, Emily, and a brother, Edward. Mady plays volleyball, basketball and softball. She serves as captain for both volleyball and softball. She is a member of the National Honor Society and the Varsity Club. Mady plans to go to college to study Family and Child Development. She was introduced to the club by Anna Fair.
Last week in review: Although the women’s soccer team’s regular-season unbeaten string ended, two of its players were among four Wildcats who were awarded weekly honors by the United East Conference.
Also, head baseball coach Chris Howard was announced as one of 14 members of the Class of 2025 who will be inducted into the West Branch Valley Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in November. In 18 seasons at the helm of the Wildcats, Howard’s teams have posted a 377-283 won-loss record, winning three conference championships, finishing second four times and finishing third twice.
WOMEN’S SOCCER
Last week’s hometown highlights: Hosting defending United East champ and this year’s favorite to repeat Penn State Harrisburg on Tuesday, the Wildcats saw their regular-season unbeaten streak end at 36 in a defensive nail-biter that saw goalie Morgan Solano, of Shavertown, make 10 saves. Penn College’s last regular-season loss came on Sept. 30, 2023, at Penn State Harrisburg, also by a 1-0 score. The streak included 28 wins and eight draws.
2 Day Estate Sale! October 17 & 18 2025
Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 4pm
215 Pit Hole Rd. Cyclone, PA (Off Route 646 between Smethport and Bradford)
Cub Cadet mower, hand tools, power tools, holiday decor, home goods, lawn items, lawn furniture, cement mixer, lamps, prints, office supplies, bedding, bed, Pyrex, vintage hats, shelves, wood working tools, scrap booking, Cricut, extension ladder, wagons, hunting clothes, Barbie’s, Hess trucks, totes, kitchenware, cooking items, books, collectibles, BBQ grills, bags, glass blocks, and much more. 
Very clean home and a good variety!
The Potter County Housing Authority is requesting bids from competent, qualified Contractors to plow and salt the following Housing owned projects in Potter County:
Redwood Village- 9 Penn Avenue, Galeton; Mountain View Apartments- 236 W. Main Street, Galeton; Ulysses Family Townhouses- 620-627 Academy and Center Streets, Ulysses and Honeoye Haven- 215 N. Union Street, Shinglehouse.
As an optional bid, please offer a per hour rate to 1. Remove snow from sidewalks, 2. Salt only wet/icy sidewalks, and/or 3. Remove snow and then salt sidewalks at Redwood Village, Honeoye Haven, Ulysses Family, and Mountain View projects. Sidewalk snow removal and/or salting will be completed during the time of each regular parking lot snow plowing. The Agency will provide the salt for the parking lots and sidewalks as needed. Contractors will contact PCHA Maintenance Staff for approval to perform needed services each time plowing or salting is required.
Bid packages are available from the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, PA 16915 or by calling Richard Duzick, Executive Director at (814) 274-7031 ext. 110 or Cathy Buchsenschutz, Accounting Assistant at (814) 274-7031 ext. 220. Bids will only be accepted in a sealed envelope marked “Snow Plow Bids” and containing the required forms that are enclosed in the bid package.
Bids will be accepted until October 16, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. prevailing time at the PCHA office. The bid will cover the periods of November 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026 and November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. The Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in the specifications or bidding process or to cancel in whole or in part this Bid Notice if it is in the best interest of the PCHA to do so. Minorities, Women, and Section 3 owned Businesses are encouraged to respond.
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – During the month of October, 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.
If you are scheduled for total joint replacement surgery, join our Total Joint Care Class. This class provides an overview of your procedure, the recovery process and the rehabilitation you will need. It is led by an experienced member of our outpatient rehabilitation team. This month, the class will be held on Thursday, October 16, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the OGH Education Center on the first floor. To register, call (716) 375-7481.
Sayre, PA – The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers (CFTT) is proud to announce the establishment of the Daniel F. Glassmire VI Love and Literary Laurel Scholarship. This scholarship is a tribute to the memory and enduring spirit of a Coudersport native whose life was defined by creativity, compassion, and connection.
David Smith, 69, of Warren, PA., died peacefully Thursday morning, October 2, 2025, at Warren General Hospital, Warren, PA., after an extended illness. David was born March 6, 1956, in Corry, PA. He was the son of Gerald R. and Maxine J. Mathews Smith. David was a solitary man with few close friends. He worked at Betts Industries as a welder for 40 years and was very fond of Dick Betts. Dave never had children of his own. He had a special bond with Michelle’s son, Tom (TC). He would take him fishing and hunting squirrels, where Tom shot his first gun.
Paula J. Cherry, 69, of Emporium, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday (October 11, 2025) afternoon, following a lengthy illness, with her loving family by her side.
She was born June 23, 1956 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Homer F. and Alora Wilson Grimm. On November 24, 1984 she married John “Dave” Cherry, who survives. She is also survived by her stepmother, Twila Lyon Grimm of Emporium.
The Deane Center for the Performing Arts is hosting a fall concert featuring Country Jamboree this Friday, Oct. 17 and another with Always ABBA Next Friday, Oct. 24, both at 7:30 p.m. in the Coolidge Theatre at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
Theater doors will open at 7 p.m. for each of these concerts. If available, tickets will be sold in the Deane Center lobby beginning at 7 p.m. the evening of each concert.
Members of the Mountain Laurel Quilt Guild in Wellsboro are presenting a free Golden Afternoons program about the local quilt guild and displaying quilts and quilted items made by members at 1 p.m. this Tuesday, Oct. 14.
The Deane Center’s Golden Afternoons program is free and open to adults, 55 and older. It will be in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. Refreshments will be provided.
Valerie Alisa Beck, 60, of Emporium, peacefully passed away on Friday evening, October 10, 2025, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
Born in DuBois on June 10, 1965, Val was the second daughter of the late James and Lucinda “Cindy” (McDowell) Beck.
A 1983 graduate of Cameron County High School, Val later moved to Johnstown, PA, where she earned her diploma as a CNA. In 1996, she returned to Cameron County and built a meaningful career caring for others—first at Guy and Mary Felt Manor, and later in private homes within the community. She gave care with heart, grit, and humor up until her own health no longer permitted it.
Eldred—David G. “Hippie” Martz, 64, of McCrea Brook Rd., passed away Monday (October 6th, 2025) at the Olean General Hospital.
Born October 30th, 1960 in Port Allegany, he was a son of William and Nancy (Bell) Martz. He was a life long resident of the area.
David went to Otto-Eldred Schools and was employed at Stead Lumber in Portville and then he was later employed as a mechanic and a bus driver for Stucks Garage in Rixford for many years prior to retirement.
2 Day Estate Sale! October 17 & 18 2025
Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 4pm
215 Pit Hole Rd. Cyclone, PA (Off Route 646 between Smethport and Bradford)
Cub Cadet mower, hand tools, power tools, holiday decor, home goods, lawn items, lawn furniture, cement mixer, lamps, prints, office supplies, bedding, bed, Pyrex, vintage hats, shelves, wood working tools, scrap booking, Cricut, extension ladder, wagons, hunting clothes, Barbie’s, Hess trucks, totes, kitchenware, cooking items, books, collectibles, BBQ grills, bags, glass blocks, and much more. 
Very clean home and a good variety!
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced on October 7th that the Jockey Hollow Access, which provides fishing and boating access to the Youghiogheny River Lake in Henry Clay Township, Fayette County, will be temporarily closed from October 8-24, 2025.
During this time, improvements will be made to the parking area.
The PFBC thanks the public for their patience and understanding as these improvements are completed.
Susan Branton, M.D.
UPMC Magee-Womens Breast Health Center
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, but it is also one of the most treatable when caught early. Early detection not only improves survival rates but can also mean less aggressive treatment and a better quality of life. As we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is an important reminder that routine screenings and paying attention to your body can make a life-saving difference.
Why Screenings Matter
Phyllis M. (Colins) Davis, age 91, of Morris, PA, died on Thursday, October 2, 2025. She was born on February 10, 1934 in Morris, PA a daughter of the late James and Mildred (Priset) Collins and was the wife of the late John W. Davis.
Phyllis was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Wellsboro, PA and had worked for Wundies, Liberty, PA for many years. She enjoyed playing euchre, gardening, swimming, going on cruises and especially spending time with family and friends.
John B. Campbell, 55, of St. Marys, formerly of Sinnamahoning, passed away peacefully at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, on Friday morning (October 10, 2025), with his mother by his side.
He was born August 12, 1970, in Pittsburgh, PA, a son of Jack Campbell and Kathleen “Kate” Kinsey of Pitcairn, PA.
John graduated from St. Marys Area High School and worked for many years at St. Marys Pizza Hut, where he was well-loved by co-workers and customers alike. He had a kind heart, a quick wit, and an infectious sense of humor that brightened the lives of those around him. John enjoyed being with people, sharing laughs, and making friends wherever he went.
In addition to his father and mother he is survived by cousins Dawn English of Florida, Seth Koehler of California, and Billy Harrison of Maryland, as well as special friends Matt and Jeff, who held a meaningful place in his life.
The family will receive friends at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth St., Emporium, PA, on Wednesday (October 22, 2025), from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. There will be no formal services.
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
The Potter County Housing Authority is requesting bids from competent, qualified Contractors to plow and salt the following Housing owned projects in Potter County:
Redwood Village- 9 Penn Avenue, Galeton; Mountain View Apartments- 236 W. Main Street, Galeton; Ulysses Family Townhouses- 620-627 Academy and Center Streets, Ulysses and Honeoye Haven- 215 N. Union Street, Shinglehouse.
As an optional bid, please offer a per hour rate to 1. Remove snow from sidewalks, 2. Salt only wet/icy sidewalks, and/or 3. Remove snow and then salt sidewalks at Redwood Village, Honeoye Haven, Ulysses Family, and Mountain View projects. Sidewalk snow removal and/or salting will be completed during the time of each regular parking lot snow plowing. The Agency will provide the salt for the parking lots and sidewalks as needed. Contractors will contact PCHA Maintenance Staff for approval to perform needed services each time plowing or salting is required.
Bid packages are available from the Potter County Housing Authority, 109 Market Street, Coudersport, PA 16915 or by calling Richard Duzick, Executive Director at (814) 274-7031 ext. 110 or Cathy Buchsenschutz, Accounting Assistant at (814) 274-7031 ext. 220. Bids will only be accepted in a sealed envelope marked “Snow Plow Bids” and containing the required forms that are enclosed in the bid package.
Bids will be accepted until October 16, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. prevailing time at the PCHA office. The bid will cover the periods of November 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026 and November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. The Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in the specifications or bidding process or to cancel in whole or in part this Bid Notice if it is in the best interest of the PCHA to do so. Minorities, Women, and Section 3 owned Businesses are encouraged to respond.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a safety improvement project is set to resume on Interstate 180 and Route 147 in Delaware and Turbot townships, Northumberland County.
Starting on Monday, October 13, 2025, the contractor, Kriger Construction, Inc., will begin construction of new cable guiderail in the median on Route 147 near Montandon in West Chillisquaque Township and will continue along Interstate 180 to the Lycoming County Line. Work will be performed in the median and lane restrictions could occur in either direction. Motorists can expect the left (passing) lane to be restricted where work is being performed. Work will be performed Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with occasional weekend work, weather permitting.
Kriger Construction, Inc. is the prime contractor for this $2.4 million safety improvement project. Work includes installing 16 miles of high-tension median cable barrier in several locations along Interstate 180 and Route 147 in Northumberland County. Work on this project is anticipated to be completed in November 2025.
BRADFORD, Pa. — Nearly 1,000 students and teachers from across the region filled the Bromeley Family Theater on Monday for “Steve Trash Science Live,” part of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s 2025–26 Kaleidoscope Matinee Series.
The near-sold-out performances featured nationally known eco-entertainer Steve Trash, host of the hit PBS series “Steve Trash Science,” who blended comedy, magic, music, and environmental lessons to bring science concepts to life. Through humor and hands-on demonstrations, he showed how the scientific method asks questions, makes predictions, and explores how the world works.
