Marian P. Snyder, 89, of Mehoopany, PA passed away unexpectedly at her daughter’s residence in Sinnemahoning, PA on Monday morning (November 27, 2023).
She was born January 1, 1934 in Wilkes Barre, PA, a daughter of the late Joseph and Eva Kuchinsky Strazdus. She married the late Raymond K. Snyder on November 12, 1955.
BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.
Due to changes initiated by the American Legion, appointments in the Bradford and Kane offices will be conducted virtually via a tablet.
Appointments are required for meetings with the Legion representative, whether they are in person, by phone or by tablet. The schedule is as follows:
At 11:45 AM on Wednesday, Emporium Fire Dept. is responding to a report of a house fire at 336 East Allegany Avenue in Emporium. Caller reports smoke & flames coming from electric box. Report fire in the basement.
12:25 PM–FIRE UNDER CONTROL. Red Cross to be notified for 2 adults & a juvenile made homeless by this fire.
Elk County Coroner Michelle A. Muccio is seeking assistance in locating relatives of Brenda M. Hines, who was born January 7, 1971.
It is believed that Ms. Hines previously lived in the Ridgway area and had been a resident of Pinecrest Manor in St. Marys for several months.
Anyone with information regarding surviving family members is asked to contact the Elk County Coroner’s Office at 814–834–4317.
Do your future plans include postsecondary education? Northern PA Regional College (NPRC) brings affordable education to you.
Their Spring 2024 semester begins Wednesday, January 17th.
Courses being offered include Introduction to Psychology, Foundations of Math, Environmental Biology, Cyber Crime, Public Speaking, and many more. These courses are part of five associate degrees – Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Liberal Studies, and Social Sciences. Of course, if you are not interested in pursuing an associate degree at this time, NPRC’s team will help you select courses or training that meets whatever goal you would like to achieve.
Encourages Consumers to Explore #SaveinPA Opportunities; Understand How Changes Impact Their Bills; and Manage Winter Energy Usage
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) reminds consumers that many utilities, including all PUC regulated electric utilities, are adjusting their energy supply prices on December 1st – and encourages consumers to understand those changes and explore #SaveInPA opportunities to reduce energy usage and manage winter energy bills.
While consumers cannot control winter weather, they can explore #SaveInPA opportunities to cut the size of higher seasonal bills – including shopping with competitive suppliers and reducing energy usage in their homes and businesses.
Understand How Energy Price Changes Impact Your Bill
| PA Permit Violation Issued to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Rush Township, Susquehanna County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/27/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Rush Township, Susquehanna county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-11-27 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Rush Township, Susquehanna County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/27/2023 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Rush Township, Susquehanna county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-11-27 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
On November 28 at 11:58 pm Bradford City Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 219 north at The Elm St. exit for a two-vehicle crash possibly two semi-trucks with unknown details
David A. Amacher, 64, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who was an active member of the Ridgway community, passed away in Pittsburgh on Monday, November 27, 2023 with his loving family by his side following a long battle with leukemia.
He was born on September 20, 1959, in Ridgway, a son of the late George and Joyce Papa Amacher.
David leaves behind his beloved wife, Tracey L. McGrath Amacher, who stood by his side throughout their wonderful journey of marriage. Married on October 29, 1982, together they shared more than 41 years of love, laughter, and companionship.
Raised in Ridgway, Dave graduated from Ridgway High School, class of 1978. He had a strong work ethic from a young age, and after graduation, went to work at Clarion Sintered Metals before embarking his lifelong dream of owning his own business, Amacher & Son Seasonal Work. His dedication and commitment to his work was one to be admired.
On November 28 at 7:27 pm Westfield Fire Dept. was dispatched to Hancock Hollow Rd. in Westfield for a mobile home on fire with flames showing.
Dept 6 dispatched mutual aid for a tanker to the scene of a mobile home fire in Westfield Twp on Hancock Hollow Road. Tanker 6-5 responded with 2. Rescue 6-8 responded for manpower assistance with a crew of 4. While operating at the scene a medical was dispatched in Deerfield township and rescue 6-8 responded. After the rescue cleared the medical they returned back to the scene of the fire to assist.
Lights! Camera! Action! was the theme of the 2023 S. W. Smith Memorial Public Library Dinner Auction held recently in the Star Hose Company Banquet Room. The event featured great food with appetizers provided by the Port Allegany Women’s Club, dinner catered by Eddie’s on Main and decadent desserts by Cindy Knapp. Dave Whipkey served as bartender, Alex Cole of Argenteri Brothers provided musical entertainment and Scott from Amundson’s Auctions served as auctioneer. Student volunteers Alayna Corey, Braylon Button, Juuso Young, Saxon Palmer, Levi Wilfong, Henry Kisler, Micah Emerick, Owen Kisler, Miska Young, Peyton Stiles, Alex Schott, Madison Fillhart, Aidan Clark and recent graduate Mikya Stake helped with games, bussed tables and assisted with the live, silent and bucket auctions. Collin Stuckey served as paparazzi for the star-studded event. The Library Dinner Auction was a huge success once again thanks to the generous donations of the community and the hard work of those mentioned above and the Library Dinner Auction Committee. Gross profit for the 2023 event was $37,755 with donations still coming.
Members of the Port Allegany Gators Varsity Football Team held a team autographing evening recently at the school. Players signed footballs, photos, and a variety of objects for their fans. The event was open to the public and free of charge. Pictured is Assistant Principal Greg Oliver with the Gator cup he brought in for the team to sign. Pictured: (front) Isaac Postlewait; (kneeling) Gavin Moses, Peyton Stiles, Jacob Causer, Colton Crowe; (standing) Braylon Button, Aiden Bliss, Juuso Young, Mr. Oliver, Tyler Fillhart, Miska Young and Jarod Funk.
Also pictured: Seniors Levi Wilfong, Miska Young, Peyton Stiles, and Braylon Button signing autographs, and Jarod Funk, Aiden Bliss, Tyler FIllhart, Juuso Young, Miska Young, and Isaac Postlewait pose with a young fan, Ryan Fillhart.
Port Allegany Light Up Night will be held Friday, December 1 at 6:30 p.m. on the Town Square. You’re invited to join in as the holiday season is welcomed with the lighting of the Town Square. Free cookies and hot cocoa will be provided. The PAES Ensemble will be singing carols. The public is invited to bring an ornament for the tree when they come to the tree lighting. Please put a name on it if it is in honor or memory of someone. The event is sponsored by the Port Allegany Women’s Club. Pictured are members of the Winter Wonderland on the Square Committee as they decorate for Light Up Night and the Winter Wonderland Event to be held December 9 from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.The Winter Wonderland, also sponsored by the Port Allegany Women’s Club, will feature local food vendors including Charli’s, Moe’s, Fox’s, Eddies on Main, Flammata Pizza and Moose Lodge. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at the square for photos and to hear the wishes of the children. Different vendors and activities will be set up around the square and there will be an opportunity to see the Cinco C’s Alpacas. Wagon rides will be provided by the Moose Lodge and horse rides by Reins for Rescues.
Patricia A. FLUTY, 82, of Ulysses, PA, died Monday, November 27, 2023 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born December 4, 1940, in Wellsville, NY, she was the daughter of Leland D. and Matilda Somogyi Buckley.
A 1958 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she was employed as a legal secretary and court administrator for Judge John B. Leete.
Pat was a member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church in Coudersport and a former member of Sacred Heart Church in Genesee.
Jeanette C. Matto, 86, formerly of 20 South Second St., Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born August 18, 1937, in Lock Haven, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Izetta (Roller) Corbett.
Jeanette graduated from Clarion High School in 1955, Clarion State College in 1959, and Penn State University in 1969, with a master’s degree in education.
On July 27, 1968, in the First Presbyterian Church in Clarion, she married Michael J. Matto who passed away on March 21, 2022.
After graduating she became an Elementary Teacher at the Bradford Area School District and retired after 35 1/2 years.
Thomas A. Krise, Sr., 85, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of Ridge Road, Kersey, PA passed away peacefully Monday, November 27, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home with his son by his side.
He was born March 19, 1938 in Toby, son of the late Oden and Christine Billotte Krise. He was a lifelong resident of the area and attended Toby schools. He was a hard worker at an early age and started his career as a mechanic at the Buick garage in Ridgway and ultimately retiring as a millwright mechanic at Keystone.
On March 23, 1957 in Ridgway, he married the late Joan Helen Bugden, who preceded him in death on February 22, 2012.
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 28 at 3:35 PM EST until November 29 at 7:00 AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high
as 35 mph.
* WHERE…Allegany county.
* WHEN…Until 7 AM EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
INSTRUCTIONS: Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If
traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and
visibilities.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
At 4:05 PM on Tuesday, Roulette Fire Dept. has been called to Hoopes Lumber Mill on West Main Street for an outside fire under the debarking unit.
At 2:40 PM on Tuesday, Ridgway Fire & EMS have been dispatched to a working house fire near 212 Park Avenue with smoke & flames reported. Confirmed no entrapment. Johnsonburg engine requested mutual aid.
Location is 220 Orchard Avenue.
On November 28 at 2:27 pm Coudersport Fire Dept. was dispatched to Cole Manor for an automatic fire alarm. The call was cancelled
On November 28 at 1:50 pm Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to the Midtown Motel In Port Allegany for difficulty breathing
Duration: 3 hr
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Saturday, December 9, 2023
12 PM – 3 PM
$5.00/Adult, $5.00/Youth (ages 4 to 11), Children 3 & under- FREE
He must be taking a break from his sleigh, because Santa is going to be in the Shay locomotive at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum on December 9, 2023, from 12 to 3 PM, to hear your holiday wish list.
Take an instant photo with St. Nick and make a super simple family-crafted ornament. Enjoy cookies and hot cocoa. Browse a holiday bazaar of local artisans. Admission to the Santa in the Shay event also includes admission to the Lumber Museum’s exhibit galleries, so take the opportunity to learn some lumber and forest history with your family!
Be sure to dress warmly and wear boots because Santa and the Shay locomotive are outside in an un-heated building. There could be snow on the ground too, so be prepared. Guest will also have to climb a short flight of stairs to make their way into the cab of the locomotive, but Santa can come out to meet you as needed.
Penn College has scheduled several Information Sessions for their upcoming LPN courses. When you enroll in the full-time Practical Nursing program, you’ll be on your way to fulfilling career in just one year. With skilled faculty, hands-on learning labs, 1,546 hours of instruction, and access to Penn College student services, you’ll be confident and ready to take the Practical Nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-PN), and if you want to advance your career, we have pathways to get you there.
To learn more, attend one of the Information Sessions that are scheduled for Thursdays, November 30 and December 7, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at Penn College/Wellsboro, 22 Walnut Street, or live via Zoom at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. Registration is required. For more information or to register for an Information Session, call Wendy Joachim at (570) 724-7703.
MSG: DISPATCHED: 11/27/23 19:22:41
MVAI : MVA WITH INJURIES
4528 ROUTE 49, Apt , DEERFIELD
Dept 5,6,25,26, Wellsboro medics dispatched for a reported motor vehicle accident one vehicle versus a deer. Rescue 6-8 and Chief 6-30 responded and got on the scene and gave a report and established command. Crew went to work to assess for injuries. Command recalled dept 5. Crews found one vehicle, one patient with minor injuries. Sabinsville ambulance got on scene and transported the patient. Fire crews remained on scene to direct traffic until psp and whites rollback got on scene. All units went back into service at 21:54.
Units responding were: Rescue 6-8, Engine 6-2
please slow down when seeing emergency personnel at the scene of an emergency
Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt
Denise D. Smith, 68, of 4330 Rte. 305, Cuba, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 23, 2023.
Born on June 3, 1955, in the Cuba Hospital, she was a daughter of LaVerne and Julia Murphy Horton. On January 3, 1999, she married David Smith who survives.
She was a graduate of Hinsdale’s Central School in 1973. She worked at a Donut Shop, Burger King, Tops, Ponderosa, and last for Sprague’s Maple Farms, retiring due to illness.
At 12:38 PM on Tuesday, Coudersport Ambulance has been requested to Lower Lane extension for a woman fallen.
