The Emporium Community has lost a life-long dedicated Christ and community servant with the passing of Kenneth L. Ostrum, on September 12, 2024.
Ken was born January 26, 1932 at his family home on the Old West Creek Road, son of John Fred and Violet (Barr) Ostrum.
On Feb 23, 1952, he married Mary Jane Kinley at the First Baptist Church in Emporium and then celebrated 53 years together. Ken graduated from Emporium High School in1950. He received his Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering from ICS of Scranton, PA He was employed for 37 years at Sylvania Electric (GTE, Philips Electronics), first as a production worker, then in Electrical Design. Ken worked internationally at design jobs in Canada, Mexico, Belgium and France.
Wellsville- Deloris B. Peterson “Loving Mother & Grandmother”
Deloris B. Peterson formerly of Cuba passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Highland Park in Wellsville.
Deloris was born December 22, 1931 in Franklinville and was the daughter of Donald and Beatrice Benjamin Woodruff. She married Robert J. Peterson who predeceased her on January 9, 2014.
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Residents of Lycoming, Potter, Tioga , and Union counties are eligible to apply for assistance from FEMA to help with costs from damage and losses caused by Tropical Storm Debby from Aug. 9-10, 2024.
FEMA may be able to help you pay for temporary housing, home repairs and other needs caused by the disaster, including:
Essential items including water, food, first aid, prescriptions, infant formula, breastfeeding supplies, diapers, medical supplies and equipment, personal hygiene items and fuel for transportation
Rental assistance if you are displaced as a result of the disaster, including financial assistance for the following: hotel stays, stays with family and friends, or other options while you look for a rental unit
Repair or replacement of a vehicle, appliances, room furnishings, personal or family computer, books, uniforms, tools, computers and other items required for school or work, including self-employment
Moving and storage fees, medical expenses, childcare and funeral expenses
Calls are accepted from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time. Help is available in most languages; if you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, please provide FEMA your number for that service.
In coordination with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and county officials, FEMA will be opening Disaster Recovery Centers soon.
Disaster Recovery Centers are where you can get in-person help applying for federal assistance, update your application and learn about other resources available.
If you have insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible. FEMA can’t pay for losses your insurance will cover.
On September 15, at 5:57 pm Genesee Ambulance was dispatched to Center St. for a female dirt bike accident victim with a possible head injury. Air Medical has been dispatched
Ellie Mae Caya, the infant daughter of Aaron Caya and Emily Lowry, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Ellie Mae was born on May 10, 2024, while completely heartbroken her family finds peace knowing she is no longer in pain or suffering. Holding her in their hearts for only four short months was a gift they are grateful for, but her love and memories will be held in their hearts forever.
Thomas G. Durkin, 74, of Port Allegany, formerly East Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on September 11, 2024, following a courageous fight with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his parents Thomas R. Durkin and Lois L. (McDavitt) Durkin. Tom was born during a time when physically handicapped and mentally challenged individuals were often excluded from schools, social settings, and the work force. However, his parents, especially his mom, were determined for him to have a full life.
Bernice Helen Clark, 82, of Wellsboro, passed away on September 13, 2024, surrounded by family.
She was born to Clarence and Florence (Shink) Hodder on February 23, 1942. She was one of eleven children. Bernice and Harold “Roy” Clark were married for 49 years. Bernice served in the United States Navy at the Naval Station in Norfolk, VA.
She worked at the Super Duper, and later Bi-Lo and Tops as head bookkeeper/cashier for over 20 years and enjoyed Sewing, Quilting and Swedish weaving.
The North Central Region District VIII PA 4-H Horse show was held September 6th & 7th at the Grange Fairgrounds in Centre Hall, PA.
Lucille Rutkowski-Hood showing her AQHA mare, “Huntin For Paradise” and her AMHR mare, “Star Lakes My Oh My” qualified by the winning championship in Western Grooming and Showmanship(8-11), Western Horsemanship(8-13), Miniature Horse Driving( 8-13), and Reserve in Western Pleasure Horse(8-13). She also placed 3rd in Open Trail Horses(8-13).
Harriet Rutkowski-Hood showing her AQHA mare, “My American Princess” and her AMHR gelding, “Stone Ridge Dust Me With Diamonds” qualified by winning the championship in Beginner Western Pleasure and Miniature Horse Trail (8-13) and 3rd in Miniature Horse Driving (8-13). She also placed 6th in Miniature Horse Jumping (8-13).
Pictured L to R: Mental Health & Children’s Prevention Services Director Tonya Wolfe is congratulated for 25 years of service by Dickinson Center’s Executive Director Jim Prosper
RIDGWAY, Pa(September 10, 2024) — Dickinson Center, Inc. (DCI), and their parent company Journey Health System, hosted an annual service awards luncheon on September 10 at The Royal Inn in Ridgway.
With 25 years of employment at DCI, Tonya Wolfe was honored for her professional knowledge, leadership and dedication to the clients that she serves.
DCI’s Executive Director Jim Prosper said, “Wolfe’s vast knowledge of both children’s and adult services make her an excellent leader of Dickinson’s Prevention and Mental Health divisions. Tonya is able to strike an important balance between holding people accountable and providing trauma informed care.”
In addition, the following employees that reached milestone years of service were recognized:
· Five years – Lisa Brouse, Colleen Cloak, Rachel DiGilarmo, Kelly Erhard, Cheri Hofmann, Jessica Lawrence, Alicia Levenduski, Michelle Pastore, Sherwood Wilson, Brenda Wurm.
The DCI Safety Committee members were recognized as well.
DCI Executive Director Jim Prosper, was pleased to announce the 2024 Sis Simons Distinguished Service Award recipient, Dorian Tamburlin, LSW, a therapist at DCI’s Crossroads Program.
According to Tamburlin’s nomination form by her supervisor, Dorian is always willing to share and bring new ideas to the table while continuing to make positive changes within the program and assuring resources are provided to the kids we serve. She was the leading force behind the program’s care closet that provides children in our programs with new or slightly used clothing. Dorian recently worked to complete her Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Elizabeth “Sis” Simons, was a founding member of the original DCI Board of Governors and served for over four decades demonstrating exemplary leadership, public relations, caring, and dedication to Dickinson’s mission. She achieved an honorary “life” membership on the Board of Governors until she passed away on July 18, 2001. The Board established the Sis Simons Award to honor her in memory and recognize her significant contributions to Dickinson Center, Inc.
Williamsport, Pa., Sept. 10, 2024 – UPMC in North Central Pa. facilities have received American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke quality achievement awards for their commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.
UPMC’s Outpatient Emergency Department in Lock Haven and UPMC Williamsport have earned the Gold Plus designation. To be awarded Gold Plus, a hospital must reach at least 85% compliance in numerous quality measures as outlined by the American Heart Association for at least 24 consecutive months. UPMC Williamsport also received the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Honor Roll award, which aims to ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke.
UPMC Muncy and UPMC Wellsboro have earned the Rural Stroke Bronze designation. To be awarded a Rural Recognition Bronze, a hospital must reach at least 75% compliance in numerous quality measures by the American Heart Association for at least one calendar quarter.
Get With The Guidelines puts the expertise of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest research – and evidence-based guidelines. Get With The Guidelines – Stroke is an in-hospital program for improving stroke care by promoting consistent adherence to these guidelines, which can minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and even prevent death.
“UPMC is committed to improving patient care by adhering to the latest treatment guidelines,” said Patti Jackson-Gehris, president, UPMC in North Central Pa. “Get With The Guidelines makes it easier for our teams to put proven knowledge and guidelines to work on a daily basis, which studies show can help patients recover better. The end goal is to ensure more people in the northcentral region can experience longer, healthier lives.”
Each year, program participants qualify for the award by demonstrating how their organization has committed to providing quality care for stroke patients. In addition to following treatment guidelines, Get With The Guidelines participants also educate patients to help them manage their health and recovery at home.
“We are incredibly pleased to recognize UPMC in North Central Pa. facilities for their commitment to caring for patients with stroke,” said Steven Messe, M.D., volunteer chairperson of the American Heart Association Stroke System of Care Advisory Group and professor of neurology and director of fellowships of neurology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. “Participation in Get With The Guidelines is associated with improved patient outcomes, fewer readmissions, and lower mortality rates – a win for health care systems, families and communities.”
For more information on stroke care provided by UPMC in North Central Pa., visit UPMC.com/NorthCentralPA.
Pictured holding LifeVac devices at Rainbow Corner Preschool are preschool teacher Alexis Close, M.Ed., and preschool director Kimberly Engstrom, M.Ed. The Women’s Giving Circle awarded a $1,400 grant to Care for Children in 2023 in support of this program.
Women’s Giving Circle of McKean County (WGC), a fund held at the McKean County Community Foundation, announces that applications are now open for grants that will be awarded at their annual meeting in November. The deadline to apply is September 23. Applications can be found on McKean County Community Foundation’s website at https//mckeancountyfoundation.org.
