PUC Safety Division Provides Update on Investigation of 2022 Incident in Plum, Allegheny County
No Evidence of Public Utility Natural Gas Equipment Causing the Explosion and Fire that Damaged Several Homes on Hialeah Drive
HARRISBURG – The Safety Division of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) – which is part of the Commission’s independent Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement (I&E) – has concluded their thorough investigation into an April 2022 incident in Plum Borough, Allegheny County, finding no evidence that public utility equipment caused the event.
On September 4 at 9:49 pm Cuba Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to West Shore and Abbott Roads for a side by side accident with a male patient entrapped. Responders report the patient is conscious and alert
On September 4th, 2023 at approximately 10:05 PM, following a UTV accident on County Road 7C, Cuba Police arrested Jamie E. Murphy (42) of Cuba. Murphy was arrested on charges of speed not reasonable and prudent (Violation), operating a UTV without a helmet (Violation), driving while intoxicated (Misdemeanor), driving while intoxicated with a blood alcohol content greater than .08% (Misdemeanor) and aggravated driving while intoxicated with a blood alcohol content great than .18% (Misdemeanor). Murphy was processed and released to appear at a later date. Murphy is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania, September 4, 2023): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a jury trial on August 30, 2023, Tony McCormick, of Port Allegany, was convicted of Simple Assault. McCormick was charged by Foster Township Police with Simple Assault and Harassment after they were dispatched to a residence in the Township on December 2, 2022 where the victim reported she was assaulted by McCormick. Officers observed marks on her face. McCormick was also convicted of harassment. Assistant District Attorney Thomas Coppolo prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth. Officer Devin Grandinetti investigated the case.
Frederick W. Keck, Jr. 80, of 961 High Street, Bradford, PA passed away, Thursday, August 31, 2023, at The Pavilion @ BRMC, surrounded by his loving family.
Fred was a man of few words but endless ways to solve a problem; his calming presence and illimitable wisdom will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate to know him.
Born September 29, 1942, in Coudersport, he was a son of the late Madeline (Dumahoski) Keck and Frederick William Keck Sr.
Fred was a 1961 graduate of Austin High School, and on March 19, 1963, he enlisted in the United States Navy. He served in Vietnam and was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Stars. He was honorably discharged on May 10, 1967. Serving his country was one of Fred’s proudest honors, second only to “being there for his girls.”
He married Ruth M. (Smith) Keck, who survives, on April 24, 1965, in Bradford, where the two raised their family.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that Route 14 is closed in both directions between Route 2017 (Ogdensburg Road) in Union Township, Tioga County and Route 414 in Cedar Ledge, Canton Township, Bradford County, due to a tractor trailer crash.
Southbound traffic will use Route 414 and Route 15. Northbound traffic will use Route 15 and Route 414. The roadway is expected to be closed for several hours.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
Ruth M. Ackley, 96, formally of Pine St. in Kane, PA passed away Saturday, (Sept. 2) at the Warren Manor.
Born June 14, 1927 in Port Allegany, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Ella (Beckwith) McNeil. On March 28, 1947 in Kane, she married Dean Q. Ackley, who preceded her in death on June 17, 2002.
Ruth worked many years and retired from Houston Electronics. She had enjoyed rides with her late husband, crocheting and spending time with her family. She attended the First Baptist Church of Kane.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce hosting the annual All Fired Up Kickin Ash BBQ competition on Saturday September 23. Emporium Food Market is the prime sponsor. The highlight of the event is the mystery meat competition. Competitors can take home a $500 cash prize.
“The event showcases the culinary skills of entrepreneurs and allows them to sell their items,” according to Cameron County Chamber of Commerce executive director Tina Solak. Music drinks and food draws a crowd to the event each year which is held in the town square in Emporium. Purchasing ribs, sandwiches and side dishes along with dessert begins at noon.
Contestants can enter as many categories as they desire for one registration fee of $50.00. They include: wings, brisket, turkey, ribs, pork, dessert, and side dishes. An additional fee is charged to enter the mystery meat competition.
NEW YORK STATE POLICE Major Eugene J. Staniszewski Troop A Commander
PRESS RELEASE
On September 3, 2023, at 7:30 P.M., Troopers out of SP Olean responded to Cheese Factory Road in the town of Allegany for a vehicle that struck multiple people.
Investigation determined that a 2014 Ford Fusion operated by Peggy J. Errera, 70 of Bradford, PA, was backing out of a driveway into the roadway. Errera intended to go straight, but never straightened the wheels as she accelerated the Ford. The Ford accelerated back into the driveway and struck six people gathered in the front lawn of the residence.
One of the victims, Ronald S. Piechota, 81 of Schenectady, NY was pronounced deceased at the scene. Another 66-year-old victim was air lifted and taken to Erie County Medical Center with severe injuries. The four other victims are all being treated at local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.
Errera was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert and no signs of intoxication were detected.
The Collision Reconstruction Unit and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation assisted in this investigation.
Description: Join the park educator to go on a nature walk on the Bottomlands Trail at Sizerville State Park. A nature craft, such as leaf rubbings, will occur after our walk through the woods. Wear sturdy shoes and feel free to bring snacks and water.
*This program will help Girl Scouts fulfill some of the requirements for the Outdoor Art Maker, Creator, or Explorer Badge*
Penn College fall sports openers have mixed results
On the first weekend of the fall sports season, Pennsylvania College of Technology teams not only tasted action for the first time but found varying levels of team and individual success in the process.
Men’s soccer
In their season opener on Friday, the Wildcats got second-half goals from Brandon Ratjavong, of Gordonville, and Hunter Gabloff, of Succasunna, New Jersey, along with an outstanding defense that limited Keystone College to just two shots — none on goal — in a 2-0 shutout win. The victory was Penn College’s first against Keystone after going 0-5-1 in their previous six meetings.
At McDaniel College on Sunday, McDaniel scored the lone goal in the 60th minute as Penn College went to 1-1-0 on the early season. McDaniel led in shots on goal, 7-3, with Penn College goalie Cole Catherman, of Selinsgrove, turning back six.
Jane L. Cogan, 80, of Crosby, passed away peacefully Friday (September 1, 2023) at Penn Highlands Hospital, Dubois.
She was born July 12, 1943 in Kane, the daughter of Clinton and Alva (Anderson) Silfies. On Sept. 4, 1971, in Trinity Lutheran Church, Smethport, she married Kenneth E. Cogan, who passed away Feb. 18, 2018.
Jane was a Smethport High School Class of 1961 graduate. She worked at Sena Kean Manor for many years where she retired as the supervisor of house keeping and laundry. She then worked part-time as the Post Mistress at the East Smethport U.S. Post Office.
Jane was a member of the Crosby Community Church. She was a very active member in the church and in her community as a volunteer for several organizations over the years.
She is survived by:
One son: Gregg E. (Rita) Cogan of Latrobe, PA
Seven daughters: Denise L. (Haile) Cogan-Blackman of Pasedena, CA; Karen A. (Jeff) Borneman of Souderton, PA; Debra M. (John) Walker of Hazel Hurst, PA; Laurie K. Dufford of Bradford; Christina R. Platko of Charlotte, NC; Deanna L. Cogan of Sierra Madre, CA; and Amy L. (Kevin) Shaw of Slippery Rock, PA
Several grandchildren and great grandchildren
Her best friend and companion, Keith Wright of Smethport
One sister: Ellen Herzog of Bradford
And several nieces and nephews
In addition to her parents and husband, Jane was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth A. Cogan; a son-in-law, David M. Platko; and two brothers: John and William “Bill” Silfies.
Services for Jane will be private. Burial will be in the Clermont Cemetery, Clermont.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Crosby Community Church or the Norwich Township Fire Department, Crosby, PA. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.