This is a Huge Auction Over 350 Lots. Soft close starts on 10/20/2026 at 7:00 PM ( e.s.t. ). “ALL ITEMS SOLD AS IS.” The contents of the Custer City Oil Company (Preferred Penn) , Bradford Pa. This Sale will consist of the founders of the former Custer City Oil Company Home contents. Original advertising oil cans , Large Keystone sign ,ADVERTING Display racks, Antiques, Historical Photos, Antique and Vintage Toys, Garage items , 2 Large Cast Iron Farm Bells, Like new generator, Hit and Miss engine, & TOOLS..
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24,2026 12 NOON ON SITE! IN BRADFORD, PA. 944 ROUTE 219, BRADFORD, PA. 16915.
IT’S AN ESTATE REAL ESTATE AUCTION: SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING HOME IN GOOD CONDITION, 2 BEDROOMS, MASTER AND A SMALLER BEDROOM. HAS A 38′ x 36 ‘ GARAGE WITH CEMENT FLOOR AND ELECTRICITY. THE HOME HAS A BATH AND A HALF AND 6 ADDITIONAL ROOMS, WALK-IN ATTIC, PAVED DRIVEWAY. NO BASEMENT
THE PROPERTY WILL SELL AT AUCTION AT 12 O’ CLOCK NOON. IT WILL BE AN ABSOLUTE AUCTION AFTER $50,000.
The Homeland Security class visited the Mansfield Police Academy and the Tioga County Dispatch Center on October 14, 2026. The visit to the Mansfield Police Academy gave students an opportunity to experience the training environment, explore the tools and equipment used by the academy, and gain a better understanding of the expectations and challenges faced by today’s police cadets.
At the Tioga County Dispatch Center, students observed how emergency calls are received and dispatched to responding units. They also received a presentation on the technology used to monitor and coordinate emergency personnel, gaining a greater appreciation for the critical role dispatchers play in communication, coordination, and public safety.
COUDERSPORT, Pa., Oct. 15, 2026 – The Cole Foundation’s third annual gala, Neon Nights, brought together 120 guests and raised more than $15,000 to support UPMC Cole. Held Sept. 12 at the Coudersport Consistory, the event celebrated the generosity of the sponsors, donors, attendees and volunteers who help the Foundation serve not only UPMC Cole, but also its surrounding communities.
“The gala is a wonderful reflection of how strongly this community comes together to support local health care,” said Andrea Streich, director, Cole Foundation. “Every sponsorship, donated auction item, ticket purchase, and bid helps us keep these dollars local and make a meaningful difference for the patients and families served by UPMC Cole.”
Guests enjoyed casino games, live music, auctions, and other activities during the neon-themed evening. The Cole Foundation extends its gratitude to everyone who helped bring Neon Nights to life and contributed to its success.
For more information about Cole Foundation or to support its work, visit YourColeFoundation.org or call 814-274-5520.
CAPTION: UPMC employees gather at the Cole Foundation’s third annual gala.
Congratulations to Abagail Luff, who is the Student of the Week for the week of October 12, 2026! Abby is a senior at Smethport Junior/Senior High School and a third-year student in the Health Assistance program at the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center.
Abby plans to attend a post-secondary school in the healthcare field. In the health assistance lab setting, students look to Abby for encouragement and guidance. Her kind and calm nature is “just what the doctor ordered” when young students are trying to learn new skills. In the fall, Abby attended nurse aide clinicals at Sweden Valley Manor, where residents found her a breath of fresh air because of her patience, positive attitude, and compassion. Outside of the academic setting, Abby enjoys cheerleading and the outdoors.
On Wednesday, students from the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center Health Assistance program held their annual Healthy Lifestyles Community Wellness Fair. In preparation for this event, students researched prevalent health-related topics in our area in order to educate the public and to make a positive impact on these issues.
These issues included diabetes, COPD, heart disease, teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted disease, sexual assault, Alzheimer’s disease, and medical transportation issues. Projects are on display at the Port Allegany Shop N’ Save until Friday. This event is an opportunity for students to showcase some of what they are learning, the importance of community service, and to interact with the public.
Seneca Highlands CTC would like to express our sincere appreciation for all that the Port Allegany Shop N’ Save does for the youth in the area.
Corry, PA (October 15) – Quite the milestone for the Corry State Fish Hatchery in Erie County today, as the facility celebrated its 150th anniversary. The hatchery was founded in 1876 as the ‘Western Hatchery’ and is the oldest continuously operating hatchery in the Fish and Boat Commission’s hatchery system. Staff at the Corry hatchery raise more than 330 thousand Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Golden Rainbow Trout each year, accounting for about ten-percent of the state’s stocked trout. The occasion was marked by a walking tour and proclamations from Governor Josh Shapiro and the state Senate and House of Representatives. The Corry State fish hatchery operates 365 days a year, even on holidays, and is open daily from 8 am to 3 pm for public tours.
PFBC Executive Director Tim Schaeffer gives remarks.
State Senator Scott Hutchinson holds a proclamation from the State Senate honoring the 150th anniversary of the Corry State Fish Hatchery.
Rep. Bob Merski, Rp. Jake Banta, Senator Scott Hutchinson, PFBC Executive Director Tim Schaeffer hold proclamations for Governor Josh Shapiro, the State Senate, and PA House of Representatives
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced Route 770 in Bradford Township, McKean County, reopened yesterday. This project corrected a slide condition by building a rock buttress, improving the ride quality and service life of the road by way of minor roadway and drainage improvements.
The detour PennDOT implemented on September 10 was also lifted. Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. was the contractor on this $1.4 million contract.
Travelers can check conditions on major roads 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 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.
Richard M. “Rick” HULTS, 66, of Temple, TX, formerly of Port Allegany, PA, died Wednesday, October 14, 2026 in Baylor Medical Center, Dallas, TX. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Ronald Lewis “RJ” Smith, 31, of Eldred, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Born March 16, 1995, in Erie, he is a son of Ronald “Butch” Smith, Jr. of Erie, and Vicky (Whitney) Kerr, of Eldred.
He was an excellent mechanic in the Eldred area. He could work on any vehicle, motorcycle or four-wheeler.
RJ enjoyed riding all atv’s, especially his dirt bike with his younger brother Damion. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, kayaking and he enjoyed all activities outdoors. RJ loved watching the Bills. He loved spending time with his friends and family, especially all five of his children. RJ recently got voted into the Eldred Volunteer Fire Department. He had a big heart and enjoyed helping his community any way he could.
Surviving in addition to his parents, are four daughters, Daisy Smith, Diana Smith, Delilah Smith and Delaney Smith, one son, Ronald Smith, IV, two sisters, Nicole (Tim) Michalegko, of Ripley, NY and Tiffany Smith, of Northeast, one brother, Damion Smith, of Eldred, his paternal grandmother, Mildred Chase, of Erie, his maternal grandmother, Marie Welch, of Eldred, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his surviving family, he has a beloved dog Oakley.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, David Welch and paternal grandfather, Robert Landis, and his late dog Eve.
Family will receive friends at the Eldred Volunteer Fire Department for a Celebration of Life at a later date to be announced.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
October 8, 2026, Gardeners Basics of Spanish Fork, Utah, is recalling one-pound bags of broccoli sprouting seeds because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The product was distributed nationwide in the United States through online sales and shipped directly to consumers.
The product was sold online through Amazon, www.gardenersbasics.com, TikTok Shop, Walmart, eBay and Etsy. Sales have stopped. Consumers should identify recalled bags using the product name, package and marking described below.
The recalled product is Gardeners Basics Waltham 29 Broccoli Sprouting Seeds, packaged in a white and green resealable pouch, net weight 1 pound (454 g), with UPC 848137042889. The bag is marked “Packed for 2027.”
On September 26, 2026, Gardeners Basics was notified by our seed supplier that bulk broccoli seed lot #W4105 was recalled because Salmonella was detected in a broccoli seed sample that was collected and analyzed by the FDA. Additionally, the seeds were identified as being used by a sprout grower whose finished product was part of an FDA investigation involving a multistate foodborne illness outbreak.
No illnesses related to this product had been reported to Gardeners Basics as of October 6, 2026.
Bradford, PA – Our Legacy Fund committee is pleased to announce the launch of its fifth grant cycle dedicated to supporting and empowering nonprofit organizations through strategic financial contributions.
Our mission is to foster impactful social change, advance equity, encourage sustainability within our communities, and identify unmet needs to ensure that communities can thrive by partnering with nonprofits that demonstrate effective solutions to critical issues.
Applications will be accepted starting October 1, 2026. This grant cycle offers up to $150,000 in funding, with individual grants valued at up to $10,000. The deadline for submission is October 30, 2026.
The application process will be administered by the McKean County Community Foundation, a nonprofit grantmaking organization that collaborates with donors to achieve their philanthropic goals while enhancing the quality of life for residents in our region. Grants are available to any school, municipality, faith-based organization, or nonprofit 501(c)(3) serving our communities.
Grant requests can be submitted online through the McKean County Community Foundation at https://mckeancountyfoundation.org or through the Our Legacy Fund website at www.ourlegacyfund-hp.org. If you recognize a need within the community, please do not hesitate to reach out to the McKean County Community Foundation or Our Legacy Fund via email at ourlegacyfund.hp@gmail.com.
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OLEAN, NY — The Olean General Hospital Foundation’s (OGHF) Fourth Annual Pulse of the Community Gala brought together more than 215 community members, physicians, nurses, board members and supporters on Friday, October 2 at the Holiday Valley Main Lodge, raising more than $100,000 to support imaging services at Olean General Hospital (OGH).
The black-tie event achieved record attendance in the event’s four-year history. Proceeds will support continued investment in imaging technology and services, helping patients across the region access high-quality care close to home.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCHESTER, MI– October 8, 2026 –Par Health is voluntarily recalling two lots of Brevital® Sodium 500 mg/vial CIV (Methohexital Sodium for Injection, USP) to the hospital level. The product is being recalled due to the presence of particulate matter identified as cellulose.
Administration of Brevital® Sodium 500 mg/vial CIV (Methohexital Sodium for Injection, USP), found to contain particulate matter, has a reasonable probability of causing life-threatening adverse health consequences including pulmonary emboli (blockage in pulmonary blood vessels), occlusions of other blood vessels (which can lead to tissue death and possible organ damage), and/or inflammation of the walls of veins, which may lead to clotting. To date, Par Health has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCHESTER, MI– October 13, 2026 – Par Health is recalling 22 lots of Argatroban Injection 250 mg/2.5 mL (100 mg/mL) to the hospital/user level. This recall is being conducted due to the presence of particulate matter, identified as cellulose, polystyrene, polyethylene terephthalate, stopper material, and possibly stainless steel, that was detected in certain lots.
Administration of Argatroban Injection 250 mg/2.5 mL (100 mg/mL) found to contain particulate matter, has a reasonable probability of causing life-threatening adverse health consequences including pulmonary emboli (blockage in pulmonary blood vessels), occlusions of other blood vessels (which can lead to tissue death and possible organ damage), and/or inflammation of the walls of veins, which may lead to clotting. To date, Par Health has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
Clearfield, PA – Representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), the Highway Safety Network (HSN), and Ferguson Township Police Department urged the public to stay sober while driving during this year’s Halloween Impaired Driving Campaign, which runs October 9, through November 1.
In 2025, on October 31, alone, there were 25 alcohol related crashes across the state resulting in 19 injuries. Additionally, there were two drug-related crashes, resulting in three injuries. These statistics show an uptick in consumption of controlled substances as people celebrate the holiday. In response, law enforcement will conduct extra patrols but are warning of the consequences ahead of time.
“Centre County Law Enforcement will conduct impaired driving enforcement operations for the Halloween enforcement period,”said Ferguson Township Police Department Sergeant Ryan Hendrick. “Although alcohol-related fatalities account for more than 25 percent of all traffic fatalities in Pennsylvania, impaired driving enforcement covers more than just alcohol impairment. Law enforcement also works to identify motorists impaired by drugs, which includes prescription drugs.”
“Driving while impaired is a serious and preventable threat to our roadways,” said Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Jacob Rhymestine “The public has every right to travel without fearing for their safety because of the reckless choices made by impaired drivers. We strongly urge those celebrating Halloween to celebrate responsibly and ensure they do not drive while impaired. Let us prioritize safety and make responsible choices.”
“We want to encourage everyone to make good choices as they celebrate this Halloween season,” said HSN Community Traffic Safety Project Coordinator Josh Woods. If you are drinking, pace yourself, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended. If someone seems overly intoxicated or unresponsive, don’t ignore it, get them help. Alcohol poisoning is serious and can be life-threatening.
“Most importantly, look out for each other. If you see someone about to drive drunk, step in. If you notice reckless driving or anything suspicious, report it. Holidays should be about fun, not tragedy. Let’s make smart choices, take care of our friends, and keep Pennsylvania’s roads safe.”
Sergeant Hendrick expanded upon the personal and social consequences of DUI, saying, “Along with thousands of dollars in fines, towing fees, impound fees, and court costs, there may be social ramifications. There will be court appearances, community service requirements, or jail time, leading to lost time and lost wages — possibly costing you your job. A DUI conviction can also impede attempts to get a job.”
For more information on the dangers and consequences of impaired driving, visit www.padui.org.
