Blossburg Dispatched For Crash on Rt. 15 South
At 11:13 AM on Monday, Blossburg Fire Dept. has been dispatched to Rt. 15 Southbound for traffic control for a vehicle crash.
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COVID-19 Update – Process Changes in 2023
Allegany County Department of Health (ACDOH) has received official notification that effective
January 1, 2023, the New York State Department of Health will be decommissioning the current
system utilized for positive case investigations of COVID-19.
Beginning with the New Year, it will be unlikely that Allegany County residents receive a phone call regarding COVID-19 test results.
If any resident has specific questions about testing positive or isolation guidelines, the Health
Department remains available to answer all questions. ACDOH will remain in contact with New
York State COVID officials and will provide updates to residents as they become available. We
anticipate updates again regarding the COVID-19 situation mid-January 2023.
Effective January 16, 2023, ACDOH will discontinue the acceptance/submission of positive
home tests for cases of COVID-19. This means that if you test positive for COVID-19 with a home
test, you will not be required or able to submit your results on the Allegany County website.
Home testing for COVID-19 is still a useful tool if you are sick and need rapid testing at your
fingertips. CDC guidelines for isolation remain in effect. If you test positive for COVID-19 and need
Affirmation of Isolation paperwork for school or work, then please visit our website at
www.alleganyco.gov and go to the red box for COVID-19 information to download and/or print
your paperwork.
Please keep track of your COVID-19 test results, you may wish to notify your healthcare provider of any positive test result, as treatment options may be available to you.
Please call the ACDOH at 585-268-9250 if you have any questions regarding COVID-19. Useful
information FAQs will remain available on the County webpage for COVID-19 or the CDC website
for isolation guidance if you test positive for COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-
ncov/your-health/isolation.html
HAMILTON-GIBSON’S “CATS” WINTER THEATRE ARTS CAMP TO OPEN IN ELKLAND ON THURSDAY, JAN. 12; IT’S FREE; REGISTER NOW
Fourth through tenth graders who live in Northern Tioga School District communities and attend public or private schools or are home schooled are invited to participate in Hamilton-Gibson’s “CATS” Winter Theatre Arts Camp in Elkland. It’s free.
The deadline to register for the free camp is Friday, Jan. 6.
MoreSmethport Dispatched For Vehicle Over Embankment
At 11:20 AM on Monday, Smethport Fire & EMS dispatched to 155 East Street for a vehicle over the embankment.
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Wellsville Dispatched For Possible House Fire
At 11:20 AM on Monday. Wellsville Fire Dept. has been dispatched to 57 Martin Street for a possible house fire.
Coudersport Fire & EMS Dispatched for Carbon Monoxide
At 10:59 AM on Monday, Coudersport Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Jan Snyder Drive for a Carbon Monoxide detector activation with possible illness.
First Citizens Community Bank Helps Sponsor Nick’s Closet
We have been supporters of the agricultural community for over 150 years, and we are so very proud to help sponsor Nick’s Closet, an organization raising money to establish a closet of Official FFA Dress for all who participate in FFA. Nick’s Closet was established to honor Nicholas Elizalde, a 14 year old freshman at Saul High School who was killed in a shooting while leaving a football scrimmage. Nick was a former FFA Member. Pictured are the students who will be attending this years’ Pennsylvania Farm Show at their last fitting.
Lego Club Takes A Break At Barbara Moscato Brown Library
The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library Lego Club members are pictured during their Holiday session on Tuesday, December 20, where they enjoyed some special treats during their building fun. Lego Club will be taking a break December 27, but will be back in session the first Tuesday in January at 3:30 p.m. Ages 5-12 are welcome to attend and no registration is needed at this time. The Library is also seeking LEGO donations (brand name only please in the standard size), bases and figures are especially desired.
Vehicle Fire on Norris Brook Road
At 9:58 AM on Monday, Middlebury, Clymer, Chatham dispatched to a vehicle fire at 3566 Norris Brook Road.
Shinglehouse Ambulance to North Union Street
At 9:32 AM on Monday, Shinglehous ambulance has been called to North Union Street for a woman ill.
Hamlin and Clermont were dispatched for a one car crash
On December 25 at 7:37 pm. Hamlin and Clermont were dispatched for a one car crash on the Clermont Rd. with no injuries
Richard C. “Dick” Gustin, 86, of Roulette, PA
“beloved father and grandfather”
ROULETTE, Pa.—Richard C. “Dick” Gustin, 86, of Roulette, PA passed away in his home with his loving family by his side on Thursday, December 22, 2022, after a short illness.
Born on Thursday, November 5, 1936 in Westfield, he was a son of Merle D. and Glenola I. Avery Gustin. On April 23, 1960 in Hinsdale, N.Y., he married Barbara J. Scutt, who passed away on June 21, 2021.
Dick was a graduate of Roulette High School. He served in the US Army from 1956 to 1961, attaining the rank of SP4. He was employed in the gas and oil field industry by Gas Field Specialists in Millport as an equipment operator.
Dick was a former member of the Roulette Volunteer Fire Department and former a member of the Moose Lodge in Port Allegany. He enjoyed working with his hands..
Left to cherish his memory are three children, Janet D. (Clifford) Bennett of Frewsburg, N.Y., and James D. (Audrey) Gustin and Brian M. (Jean Reynolds) Gustin, both of Roulette; twelve grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife, Dick was predeceased by a brother, Merle D. Gustin, Jr.
Family and friends are invited to call from 12 noon to 1pm on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the Riverside United Methodist Church, 39 River Street, Roulette, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 1pm with Pastor Matt Howe, officiating, Burial will be in Sartwell Creek Cemetery.
Members of the Potter County Honor Guard will accord military honors on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Roulette Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 172, Roulette, PA 16746.
Dick’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Dick, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST MONDAY…
Winter Storm Warning issued December 25 at 3:37PM EST until December 26 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo
- WHAT…Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of
5 to 8 inches in the most persistent bands. Winds gusting as
high as 40 mph will produce blowing and drifting snow,
especially through this evening. - WHERE…Wyoming, Chautauqua, and Cattaraugus counties.
- WHEN…Until 1 AM EST Monday.
- IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult with snow covered roads
and poor visibility.
INSTRUCTIONS: Widespread accumulating snow will create dangerous travel
conditions.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo (Western New York)
Port Allegany Ambulance to East Ransom Street
At 2:52 PM on Sunday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been called to East Ransom Street for seizures.
Burdette A. “Woody” Woodkirk, 84, of Hazle Township, formerly of Potter County, PA.
Burdette A. Woodkirk “beloved father, companion, and grandfather”
Burdette A. “Woody” Woodkirk, 84, of Hazle Township, formerly of Potter County, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, in Lehigh Valley Hospital in Hazleton, after a brief illness.
Born on Thursday, March 10, 1938, in Cuba, N.Y., he was a son of Neil Woodkirk and Mary Trask Woodkirk Sewell.
Woody attended Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. He was first employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad in Olean, N.Y., later was employed by Hanover Shoe Farms in Hanover, Pa., and was also employed as a heavy equipment operator in the construction industry.
Woody was a social member of the Conyingham VFW along with numerous other veteran’s clubs. He also was a member of many rod and gun clubs. He raised harness racing horses for many years, spending much quality time with his children in this endeavor. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting pool, and playing golf. He loved his dogs throughout his life. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Left to cherish his memory are his longtime companion, Jacqueline “Bunny” Young, with whom he resided; five daughters, Melissa (Larry) Hunsberger of Emlenton, Melinda (William) Bowden of Foxfire, NC, Michelle (Don Kepple) Woodkirk of Sligo, Kimberly Woodkirk of McGrann, and Pamela (Joseph) Fletcher of Strattanville; seven grandchildren, Ashley (Jim) France, William Bowden III, Larissa (Carter) Flaherty, Austine Strominger, Wesley Hunsberger, Samuel Hunsberger, and Sierra Fletcher; four great-grandchildren, Madison France, Logan France, Mason France, and Elijah Strominger-Moffett; a great-grandson to be born in June 2023; several nieces and nephews, including Terry Gustin of the State of Washington, whom he considered a brother; a sister-in-law, Janice Woodkirk Pease of Shinglehouse; Bunny’s, daughter, Debbie (Steve) Golden of Nottingham; Bunny’s grandchildren, Stephanie, Abby, and Charlie; and his dog, Hoover.
In addition to his parents, Woody was predeceased by a son, Randy Woodkirk; five siblings, Neil Garth Woodkirk, Myeerah Gustin, Charles Woodkirk, Malcomb Woodkirk, and Connie Perry; a niece, Wanda Fuller, whom he considered a sister; and a son-in-law, Raymond L. Strominger.
Family and friends may call from 11am to 1pm on Friday, December 30, 2022, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 1pm with Pastor Alan L. Mertsock of Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle, Shinglehouse, officiating. Burial will be in Obi Cemetery, Obi, N.Y.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a local chapter of the American Cancer Society.
Woody’s family entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Woody, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Penn College athletics keeping busy
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Penn College athletics keeping busy
An athletic conference proposed merger in the works. Wrestling action on two fronts. A men’s basketball player of the week honoree. Two women’s basketball games slated this coming week. Who said the semester break is slow for Pennsylvania College of Technology athletics?
On Monday, it was announced that the United East Conference and Colonial States Athletic Conference have entered into an agreement establishing an intent to merge with a start date of Fall 2023, as long as all conditions set by both conferences are met.
MoreFIRST HERITAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION SPONSORS CHRISTMAS TREES FOR WELLSBORO’S MAIN STREET BOULEVARDS
Photo by John Eaton
Each year for the past 17 years, including 2022, the First Heritage Federal Credit Union with offices in Pennsylvania and New York has sponsored the purchase of the 16 Christmas trees that line Wellsboro Borough’s Main Street boulevards from East Avenue to Charles Street. Four representatives of First Heritage placed two of their special wooden ornaments bearing the words “Tree compliments of First Heritage Federal Credit Union” on each of the trees on Friday, Dec. 2. They are: (from left to right) Financial Services Representative Mindy Northrop; Wellsboro Branch Manager Nancy Stamilio; Bob Blair, chairman of the First Heritage Federal Credit Union Board of Directors and Regional Manager Deb Meacham who are shown with Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Julie Henry (far right).
ENDLESS MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL EARLY BIRD SEASON PASS IS AVAILABLE UNTIL SATURDAY, DEC. 31 FOR $199; PRICE TO INCREASE BY $51 TO $250 ON SUNDAY, JAN. 1, 2023
A $199 early bird season pass to attend 13 Endless Mountain Music Festival concerts featuring world-class musicians is available only through next Saturday, Dec. 31.
On Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, the price will increase by $51 to $250, the regular rate for a season pass. “There is still time to give a music lover a great gift for Christmas, a birthday, anniversary or just because,” said Cindy Long, EMMF executive director.
Next year’s 17-day festival will offer a menu of music from Friday, July 21 through Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023 at venues in Pennsylvania and New York.
Admission to six of the eight symphony orchestra concerts on Fridays in Mansfield and Saturdays in Corning, N.Y. is $39 each or $234 and to eight of the 10 chamber concerts is $30 each or $240.
Two of the eight symphony orchestra concerts are free with one in Wellsboro on Sunday, July 23 at 2:30 p.m. and the other in Corning on Sunday, Aug. 6 at 2:30 p.m.
Two of the 10 chamber concerts are free and will be in Pennsylvania, one outdoors under the stars at Cherry Springs State Park near Galeton in Potter County at 8 p.m. and the other indoors at the Yoked Church in Knoxville in Tioga County at 7 p.m.
The total price to attend the 13 concerts is $474. Those who purchase a $199 early bird season pass will save $275 off the price of admission.
For more information about the $199 early bird season pass, call 570-787-7800.
AUDITIONS FOR HAMILTON-GIBSON’S PRODUCTION OF “EXIT LAUGHING” ARE FRIDAY, DEC. 30, 2022 AND WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, JAN. 4 AND 5
Friday, Dec. 30 at 1:30 p.m. in the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro and at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 4 and 5, Hamilton-Gibson Productions isholding auditions forthe four female characters and one male in “Exit Laughing,” a comedy by Paul Elliott.
“Exit Laughing” asks and answers this question: When the biggest highlight in your life for nearly 30 years has been your weekly bridge night out with the “girls,” what do you do when one of your foursome inconveniently dies?
If you’re Connie, Leona and Millie, you “borrow” the ashes from the funeral home for one last card game, and the wildest, most exciting night of your lives that involves a surprise visit from the law and a whole new way of looking at all the fun you can have when you’re truly living. There are lots of laughs and a few thoughtful moments.
“No acting experience is necessary to audition, just a willingness to have fun and be crazy,” said Director Thomas Putnam.
Rachel Ann Harland is college age, a young woman who seems to have issues with life and men until bridge night opens her eyes.
Connie Harland is 45 to 55ish. She is Rachel’s mother and the host for the regular bridge night with her good friends.
Leona is a close friend of Connie’s and a long-time member of the bridge club. A beautician by profession, she is a bit of a caustic lush by preference.
Millie is another friend and long-standing member of the bridge club. A bit on the ditzy side, she doesn’t realize how clueless (and funny) she is.
Bobby is a college age male who finds enterprising ways to put himself through school. The actor needs to be in good shape and be very comfortable with his body.
Performances will be in the Warehouse Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, March 3 and 4 and 10 and 11 and at 2:30 p.m. on Sundays, March 5 and 12.
Admission is $16 for adults and $8 for children 18 and under. Tickets are available now online by visiting hgp.booktix.com.
For more information about the auditions or for tickets, call Hamilton-Gibson Productions at 570-724-2079 or email hamgib@gmail.com.
Melody N. Green, of 620 Route 16 South, Olean, NY
Melody N. Green, of 620 Route 16 South, Olean, NY passed away Tuesday (Dec. 20, 2022) at ECMC, following injuries sustained from a motor vehicle accident.
Melody was born Oct. 1, 1962, in Olean, and was the daughter of Clifford Barrett and Clara Mabel Shoup Babb.
Melody formerly sang in a country music band. She enjoyed working as a volunteer EMT for the Town of Olean VFD and enjoyed taking care of children.
Melody is survived by her lifelong companion, Daniel Green of Little Genesee; three children, Chrystal G. Weber of Lyndon, Brandy L. Heiser and Gary E. (Heidi Casey) Shreve, both of Olean; a foster son, Elijah; seven grandchildren, Derick, Aubrianna, Avory, Iris, Hannah, Colin and Nadia; a great-granddaughter, Sophia; 12 siblings, Sandi Lee Crozier of Smithfield, Pa., Randy D. (Naomi) Babb of Olean, Ronald E. (Cheryl) Babb of Limestone, Dawn M. (Robert) Bean of Eldred, Pa., Jack B. (Carol) Babb of Olean, James A. (Janet) Babb of Portville, Clifford F. “Skip” (Shirleen) Babb of Arkansas, Joyce L. (Charles) Cwicklinski of Cheektowaga, Wayne A. (Diane) Babb of Olean, Linda P. (Shane) McGranaghan of Grand Valley, Pa., Brian J. (Alvena) Babb of Allegany and Brenda A. (Gary Miles) Cabisca of Olean; many nieces and nephews; and special friends, Jack and Joyce Aderman, Wendy, Tammy and family, Carol, Randy and Naomi and Natalie.
Melody was predeceased by her parents; and two brothers, Larry D. Babb and Robert T. Babb.
A memorial service will be held at a date and time to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to ECMC, 462 Grider St., Suite G-1, Buffalo NY 14215.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean.
Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com.
Fire Alarm At Beacon Light Building in Bradford
At 12:11 PM on Sunday, Bradford City Fire Dept. has been dispatched to 8 School Street, the Beacon Light building, for a commercial fire alarm.
Responding firefighters have found a water leak in the kitchen ceiling.
Roulette Ambulance to Cow Hollow Road
At 10:28 AM on Sunday, Roulette Ambulance has been dispatched to Cow Hollow Road for a cardiac emergency.
Norwich, Smethport, And Port Allegany Fire Depts were dispatched as well as Phoenix ambulance to a garage fire
On December 24 at 9:47 pm. Norwich, Smethport, And Port Allegany Fire Depts were dispatched as well as Phoenix ambulance to 143 Colegrove Rd. for a garage fire. Tanker requested from Hamlin, Emporium , and Roulette now being described as a house fire. Roulette has been dispatched to Smethport station for standby
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