At 7:45 AM on Friday, Westfield, Knoxville, Harrison, Galeton & Little Marsh have been dispatched to a second-alarm house fire at 230 Walnut Street in Westfield.
At 7:35 AM on Friday, Smethport Fire & EMS have been dispatched to a report of a 2-vehicle crash between a tractor-trailer & a passenger vehicle on Route 6 near Cherry Steet, west of Smethport. Unknown details.
Sheryl Nelson, administrative assistant at the Pavilion was presented the November Star Award for BRMC. Kristyn Wilber, RN, subacute rehab, was presented the November Star Award for OGH.
BRADFORD, PA & OLEAN, NY – Sheryl Nelson and Kristyn Wilber, RN, were announced as the Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), the parent company of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), November Star Award winners.
The Friends of the Angelica Free Library have unveiled the latest in a series of puzzles, just in time for holiday gift-giving.
In addition to puzzles featuring the Park Circle Gazebo and the Library Portico, this year’s image depicts the vintage lock boxes inside Angelica’s historic Post Office, which are still in use today.
Marika Kaake of Angelica donated the photograph to the Friends.
Virginia L. “Ginny” Bogacki, 81, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of N. Mill Street in Ridgway, PA passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Elk Haven.
She was born December 28, 1942, in Knoxdale, PA, daughter of the late Joshua and Esther Dickey Sebring and was a graduate of Brookville High School. Ginny and her husband, Donald, moved to St. Marys in the late 60s where they started their lives together and raised their family.
Aaron L. KUHN, 82, of Whitesville, NY, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville.
Born September 18, 1941, in Genesee, PA, he was the son of Dan and Clara Sutton Kuhn. On March 30, 1963, in Whitesville, he married the former Joan E. Chambers, who survives.
A Vietnam War Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1960 – 1967. He served with the U.S. Army Reserves from 1972 – 1990. Aaron was employed by Dresser-Rand in Wellsville for 34 years.
A life member (66 years) of the Genesee Volunteer Fire Dept., he served as Chief, President, Board member, and fundraising committee chairman. He was a member and past commander for many years of the former Robert E. James American Legion Post #1012 in Whitesville, member of the Allegany County American Legion Honor Guard, and 40 & 8 NY District 8. Aaron served as a Boy Scout leader in Whitesville.
The Port Allegany High School Choral Department will present the first Winter Showcase on Monday, November 20th at 7 p.m. in the PAHS Auditorium. Admission is free. Students will present a wide variety of music they have been working on over the past month. Three of these students will be debuting their own compositions. Special guest hosts for the evening will be Lillianne Reed (pictured right) and Alayna Rhinehart (pictured left). The program is under the direction of Miss Rachael Karwowski.
At 5:38 PM on Thursday, Whitesville & Independence Rescue have been dispatched to a large wildfire at 719 McAllister Road in the Town of West Union. Brush truck & tanker requested from Genesee.
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will test its emergency lockdown security systems capabilities in Marilyn Horne Hall in downtown Bradford as well as in several on-campus buildings on the morning of Nov. 20.
During the test, those inside the building will be able to exit. At each building, doors will be locked for about 15 minutes. During that time, signs will say the test is happening, and university police will be on hand to help people enter buildings, if needed.
The test will not activate any alarms and should not disrupt normal business operations.
In addition to Marilyn Horne Hall, the systems will be tested at the George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building and the Richard E. and Ruth McDowell Sport and Fitness Center on campus. Residence halls that will be tested are Livingston Alexander House, Reed-Coit House and Sarah B. Dorn House.
The new electronic lockdown security systems will allow university buildings to be locked down from either the Bradford or Pittsburgh campuses in case of an emergency.
AS of 5:18 PM on Thursday, several Allegany County Fire Depts. are responding to a large brush fire in the area of 8360 Greenwich Hill Road in the Town of Caneadea.
Vernetta P. Nichols, 73, of St. Marys, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, with her loving family by her side.
Born on July 25, 1950, in Salamanca, NY, Vernetta was the daughter of the late Gordon and Loretta Smith Lathrop.
Known for her green thumb, Vernetta had an innate ability to make anything grow. Her passion for gardening was evident in the beautiful flowers and plants that adorned her home. When she wasn’t tending to her flowers and plants, Vernetta could often be found cheering on her favorite NASCAR drivers or watching sports with loved ones. Her enthusiasm for these pastimes was infectious and brought joy to those around her.
In a short span of time, first-year student Trinity Earle has become the driving force in our automotive program, earning the well-deserved title of Student of the Week. With an unwavering passion for the trade, she stands out for a hands-on approach to learning, tackling complex automotive challenges with enthusiasm and skill.
Trinity seamlessly combines technical expertise with exceptional teamwork, contributing positively to both classroom and collaborative projects. Beyond the curriculum, she actively seeks opportunities for growth, demonstrating a commitment to staying abreast of industry advancements. Congratulations to Trinity for embodying excellence in automotive education—your dedication inspires us all, and we anticipate even greater achievements on your road ahead.
DUKE CENTER, Pa.—John M. “Jack” Farrell, 82, a longtime resident of Duke Center, passed away in his home with his loving wife by his side on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, after a long illness.
Jack honorably served in the US Army and the US Air Force.
COUDERSPORT, Pa.—Clayton C. Reed, 80, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born on Tuesday, December 15, 1942 in Coudersport, he was a son of Clayton E. and Wanda A. Petrosewitz Reed. On April 22, 1961 in Austin, he married Freda Y. Gleason, who passed away on November 25, 2016.
Clayton was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1960. He was employed on the family farm and also drove a lime truck for the former Coudersport Agway. He was also a self-employed logger for many years, retiring in 2007. Clayton also served as a Summit Township supervisor for 35 years.
On 11/15/2023 Officers with the City of Bradford Police Department conducted an investigation regarding sexual assault of a minor. As a result of that investigation officers arrested Harold M. Kagrise of Bradford. Kagrise was arraigned in front of District Judge Richard Luther and Bail was set at $750,000.00
Burnside America will invest at least $4.8 million in Franklin County to create and retain nearly 50 total jobs.
This private sector investment is the second in Franklin County this year under the Shapiro Administration – building on the August announcement that Corrugated Partners will also invest in Chambersburg.
Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that Burnside America Inc., a manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, is investing $4.8 million to expand its manufacturing operation in Franklin County, which will create 15 new jobs and retain at least 32 existing jobs over the next three years.
At 8:55 AM on Thursday, Mansfield Fire & EMS has been dispatched for a 2-vehicle crash on Route 6 near the Golf Club. One serious injury reported. Rt. 6 is open with one lane of traffic.
Frito-Lay today issued a voluntary recall of 16,100 bags of 6 ¼ oz. Off The Eaten Path Chickpea Veggie Crisps that may contain undeclared milk ingredients due to the unintended presence of caramel seasoned crisps. The recall is the result of an investigation following a consumer complaint. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume product contained inside the recalled bags.
PITT-BRADFORD FACULTY RECEIVE AWARDS, MAKE PRESENTATIONS
Two members of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford faculty received recent awards, while others presented and published papers and essays, worked on manuscripts and organized conferences.
Earlier this month, Dr. Lanre Morenikeji, assistant professor of biology, received the Dr. Larry E. Davis Emerging Scholar Award from the University of Pittsburgh. Morenikeji received the award at the Dr. Larry E. Davis Black Excellence in the Academy Award Dinner.
Morenikeji, now in his third year teaching at Pitt-Bradford, is a prolific immunology researcher who includes his undergraduate students in his research. His current research areas are the genetics of heat resistance in cattle, the genetics that make some people more susceptible to contracting the COVID-19 coronavirus, and whether older mice are more susceptible to the streptococcus bacteria than young mice.
Dr. Helma de Vries-Jordan, associate professor of political science, will be honored with the Mid-Career Service Award by the American Political Science Association’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Queer Caucus. De Vries-Jordan has served as chair of the caucus for three years as well as program chair for three years.
Dr. Nancy McCabe received her ninth and tenth recognitions from the Best American Essays in 2022 and 2023. “Crimes Against Property” was a Notable Essay of 2022, and “Playing by the Rules” was a Notable Essay of 2023. She has had new essays appear in the last few months: “Stuck Together” in Chautauqua and “That Good Night” in Belt.
This Sunday, Nov. 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, the Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club is hosting its third and final running deer shoot at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro in Delmar Township. Club members and the public are invited to participate.
The shooter with the highest score in the last round this Sunday will win a frozen turkey.
If enough young people, 17 and under participate, a special round for youth will be held during this running deer shoot. The youth with the highest score will win a gift certificate from Cooper’s Sporting Goods in Mansfield or from Barbers Sporting Goods Store in Sabinsville.
The running deer paper target is fixed to a four-foot by three-foot wooden frame that is mounted on wheels on a cable. The target is pulled along the cable from left to right at 100 yards from the shooting area.
Only one shooter is allowed to be on the range per pass. Safety gear and eye and ear protection are required to participate. A sign-up will be held before each round of shooters.
The fee for youth 17 and under, and for adults, 18 and older, is $2 per pass with a limit of two shots per pass. The fee will be split with 50 percent going to the shooter with the highest score per round and the other 50 percent to the club.
For more information, call Ray Rowland at 1-607-857-4631.