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PENN COLLEGE BASEBALL PREVIEW
Penn College is scheduled to open its season on Saturday, hosting Juniata College at the Lycoming Valley Intermediate School in a doubleheader starting at noon.
Last season: 18-18 overall, 11-7 all UEC, 11-5 UEC regular season.
Coach: Chris Howard, 19th season. Career record: 377-283.
Top returning position players (last season’s key stats): Junior outfielder Dallas Griess, of Williamsport (.369 BA, 3 HR); junior shortstop Shawn Townsend, of Hatboro (.410 BA, 50 hits, 13 doubles, 33 RBIs); senior infielder Ethan Stahl, of Cogan Station (.381 BA); junior third baseman Jaydon Goebel, of Honey Brook (.372 BA, 42 runs scored, 3 HR); junior outfielder Matt Munoz, of Tobyhanna (.336 BA, 1.000 fielding %); junior outfielder John Croasdale, of Milford, New Jersey (.360 BA); sophomore infielder Levi Purnell, of Snow Shoe (.343 BA, 5 HR, 32 RBIs); junior second baseman Jaiden Augustine, of Dillsburg (.296 BA).
Cynthia S. Buckheit, 80, of Port Allegany
Cynthia S. Buckheit, 80, of Port Allegany, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Born November 10, 1945, in Port Allegany she was a daughter of the late Martin and Marian (Forslund) Sawyer.
Cindy was a woman whose life was marked by faith in the Lord and her quiet strength was an encouragement to those around her. From a young age, she loved the Lord and remained devoted to Him throughout her life. Her relationship with Christ shaped every part of who she was as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and servant. Her family will always remember her smiles and her hugs, her “Lord Bless Yous”, and that she always waved goodbye from the porch. To know Cindy was to be prayed for and loved. She lived out the words of 1 Thessalonians 5:18, praising the Lord in every situation, good or bad. Though our hearts grieve, we rejoice in the promise of eternal life and the assurance that she is now in the presence of her Savior, hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Jill R. Jordan, 69, of Smethport
Smethport – Jill R. Jordan, 69, of Smethport, passed away Sunday (February 15, 2026) at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
She was born December 23, 1956 in Sedailia, MO, the daughter of James Gotshall and Lois Hults . On August 31, 1974, in Eldred, PA, she married Thomas B. Jordan, who survives.
Jill was a 1974 graduate of Port Allegany High School and received her CNA from BOCES in Olean, NY. She worked as a CNA for several years, and ultimately worked at Char-Lo Ceramics of Port Allegany, PA, along with her family.
She was a member of the Smethport Red Hats and the Allegheny Mountain Engine & Implement Association.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by:
A daughter: Erin (Alvin) Loveless of Smethport
Three grandchildren: Odin Loveless, Landon Loveless and Kelsey Peters
One sister: Joy Fortner of Port Allegany
Two brothers: Jamee Gotshall of Tennessee and Tim Gotshall of Eldred
And several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Jill was preceded in death by a son, Clinton B. Jordan, on June 28, 2016.
There will be no visitation or services.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Gary W. Wolfe, 71, of Middlebury Center
Gary W. Wolfe, 71, of Middlebury Center, passed away Saturday February 14, 2026, at his home.
He was born August 23, 1954, in Keyser, WV, the son of the late Leonard W. and Frances E. (Fanto) Wolfe.
He married the former Gloria A. Fuller, and they have been married for 52 years. Gary graduated from Keyser High School, Class of 1972, and owned and operated Wolfe Communications retiring in 2025. Gary was a faithful servant of the Lord and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a member and supporter of the Navajo BIC Mission, Bloomfield, NM, and made many visitations with shut-ins.
In addition to his wife, Gloria, Gary is survived by sons: Kristopher Wolfe, and Anthony (Jessica) Wolfe both of Middlebury Center; mother-in-law, Lois Fuller of Middlebury Center; brothers-in-law: Rex (Danelle) Fuller of Middlebury Center; and Floyd (Kate) Fuller of Millerton; grandchildren: Mitchell Wolfe, Alexandra Wolfe, Kaitlyn Wolfe, Garrett Wolfe, and Alyssa Wolfe, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Gene Fuller.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date. The family suggest memorial contributions in Gary’s name to be made to the Navajo BIC Mission, 240 NM – 57, Bloomfield, NM 87413.
His arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Lila J. McLaughlin, 83, of Cyclone, PA
Lila J. McLaughlin “services slated”
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Lila J. McLaughlin, 83, of Cyclone, at 1pm on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Hilltop Baptist Church, 3695 PA-646, Gifford, PA, with Pastor Max Simms, officiating.
Lila’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
William D. “Bill” McKean, 83, of Smethport, PA
William D. “Bill” McKean, 83, of Smethport, passed away Monday (February 16, 2026) at UPMC-Hamot, Erie.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, 2-4 and 6-8PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Funeral Mass will be on Friday, Feb. 20, at 10AM in St. Elizabeth Church, Smethport.
A full obituary will be in Thursday’s edition.
Arrangements are under Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Need More Volunteers For Alder Renewal For Wildlife At Tionesta Lake
Tionesta, Pa.: Garrett Baker, Habitat Coordinator for the RGS Upland Bird Hunt Chapter here in NC PA said, “We could still use a few more volunteers for the alder cutting we have planned on March 1 (Sunday) at the Army Corps of Engineers Tionesta Lake. Volunteers do not need to have any special skills.“
If volunteers are willing to help on this project, please contact Garrett Baker at bakgar42@yahoo.com because we need to know what kind, and how many, of tools to bring to support the volunteer effort.
Nussbaum And Ehrensberger Shine At Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote And Fox Hunt Or Trap
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Brady Nussbaum and Reese Ehrensberger, predator hunters from St Marys, combined to bring in four predators to Rolfe’s weigh station on Sunday, 2/15. Reese started off their success by calling in an 8.8# female red fox on Friday at 11:00 pm just outside of the City of St. Marys. Reese continued his successful shooting on Saturday near 2:00 a.m. with the harvest of another red fox, this time a male, weighing in at 9.4#. This red fox was harvested on another piece of private land in Elk County.
THIS IS AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM NY ALERT
Dense Fog Advisory issued February 17 at 6:41AM EST until February 18 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT…Visibility as low as one quarter mile at times in dense fog.
* WHERE…Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego,
Jefferson, Lewis, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario,
Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. Greatest duration
of dense fog expected across hill tops, and near the eastern Great
Lake shorelines.
* WHEN…Until 7 AM EST Wednesday. Visibilities may improve slightly
this afternoon and evening before lowering again tonight.
* IMPACTS…Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.
INSTRUCTIONS: If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
David Robert Swaney of Bradford, 80
David Robert Swaney of Bradford, 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital.
Born on January 21, 1946 in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the first son of Robert F. and June D. Swaney. On July 10, 1971 he married Andrea J. Swaney of Punxsutawney.
In addition to his wife of almost 55 years, he is survived by one daughter, Stephanie (Erik) Wessel of Pinckney, Michigan and their son Andersson, Dave’s only grandchild; one son, Jared Swaney of Bradford; his sister, Linda (Aubrey) Raper of North Carolina; his brother, Scott (Bonnie) Swaney of Renfrew, Pa.; three nieces, Jessica, Saysha and Athena and three nephews, Noah, Jason and William.
Dave earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Clarion State College and became an elementary teacher. He taught for 30 years in Bradford schools, where he loved his students and the camaraderie with his fellow teachers. He taught Sunday school and youth group, and led adult Bible studies at West Branch Methodist Church and later at First United Methodist. He was very involved in local outreach programs at both churches because he loved helping others. He was a member of the Gideons International, helping to distribute Bibles on many occasions. Dave also coached many different soccer teams throughout the years.
He loved to sing and act, participating in many community productions, the Contemporary Christian Choir and his churches’ choirs and praise team.
After a courageous battle with several rounds of a rare form of cancer, Dave succumbed to respiratory failure.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Destinations of Bradford, the American Cancer Society or the Gideons International.
A Memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church on Friday, February 20, at 11am.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Irene M. Micale, 95, A Resident Of Pinecrest Manor
Irene M. Micale
February 21, 1930 — February 15, 2026
Irene M. Micale, 95, a resident of Pinecrest Manor, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born on February 21, 1930 in Johnsonburg, PA, a daughter of the late William and Mary Hoh Zuraski.
On June 16, 1951, she married the late Tillio “Tink” Micale, who preceded her in death on November 24, 2006. Together they were blessed with more than 55 years of marriage.
Irene was a graduate of Wilcox High School, class of 1948. She was a lifelong, faithful member of Sacred Heart Church. She was a dedicated employee at the A & P for many years, a job she greatly enjoyed, and which gave her the opportunity to meet and make many friends. An avid Cinch player, Irene loved to play cards and always enjoyed a trip to the casino to try her luck. She also loved spending time with her family at their family reunions, as well as going camping. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, all of whom brought her great joy and were the light and love of her life.
CARE For Children Adaptive Ski Clinic Was Held Today
CARE for Children held its annual Adaptive Ski Outing at Holiday Valley Ski Resort on Monday, February 16, with seven children in attendance. Each child was paired with one or more volunteer instructors and received expert instruction through the Holiday Valley Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program, a chapter of Move United.
Pictured is Isaac Goro, age 10, along with volunteer Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program instructors Carole Fierle (left) and Beth Slater (right).
Allegany County Democratic Committee Offers Second Annual Student Civic Engagement Award
Allegany County, NY – The Allegany County Democratic Committee is pleased to announce that applications are open for the second annual Student Civic Engagement Award. This annual award recognizes students in grades 11 and 12 residing or attending school in Allegany County for their civic engagement in the community. It is a monetary award of $500.00 unrelated to academic performance and need not be applied to the cost of secondary education.
Patricia L. HURD, 62, of Mills, PA
Patricia L. HURD, 62, of Mills, PA, died Sunday, February 15, 2026 in UPMC Williamsport, PA.
Born September 15, 1963, in Blossburg, she was the daughter of Richard G. and Roxie L. Houghtaling Sharp. She was married to Clayton E. Hurd, who survives.
Surviving include: her husband, Clayton; three children, Nicole (Anthony) Soule, Jessica (Brandon) Lawrence, and Clayton (Jazmin) Hurd, Jr.; and five grandchildren, Dawson Walaski, Cedryck Walaski, Ava Hurd, Brayden Hurd-Soule, and Ella Hurd.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Jill R. Jordan, 69, of Smethport, PA
Jill R. Jordan, 69, of Smethport, passed away Sunday (February 15, 2026) at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
A full obituary will be announced by Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
SNOW CAR ARTIST CELEBRATES NASCAR
UPMC Cole To Build Landmark Solar Farm, Advancing Sustainability And Community Investment
Coudersport, Pa., February 16, 2026 – UPMC Cole is taking a bold step toward a greener future. Beginning in early 2026, the hospital will break ground on a 5.5-megawatt solar farm, the first of its kind within the UPMC system. This project will transform the Coudersport campus and set a new standard for sustainability in health care.
“This project is more than an energy solution, it’s a reflection of our values,” said Ron Reynolds, president, UPMC Cole and UPMC Wellsboro. “By investing in renewable energy, we’re reducing our carbon footprint, strengthening the local grid, and ensuring a healthier future for our patients, staff, and neighbors.”