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Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Sunday, August 27, 2023
Wellsville Police arrested Kyle J. Caschera, age 30 of Wellsville, charging him with Assault 3rd (Class A Misdemeanor). The charge stems from an incident that took place on Madison Street. Caschera was processed, issued an appearance ticket and released. Caschera is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on September 19th at 4:30 pm.
Roulette Ambulance to Route 6
At 10:30 PM on Monday, Roulette Ambulance has been called to the 1600 block of Route 6 for abdominal pain.
Pauline L. Comes, 94, of Cuba, NY
Mother and Grandmother
Pauline L. Comes, 94, of Cuba, NY passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Cuba Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Born on February, 20, 1929, in Olean, she was a daughter of John and Hazel Gore Dutton. On June 5, 1949, in Olean, she married Clair Comes who predeceased her.
She attended Olean High School. She later graduated from Olean Business Institute with a Medical Secretarial Degree, Alfred State with a degree in Medical Record Studies, and later from Jamestown Community College in Olean with an Associates in Arts.
She worked several places in Olean but spent a number of years at Park and Shop in Olean while also owning her own sewing shop.
Leon W. Piurkoski, Jr., 76, of Park Avenue, Ridgway, PA
Leon W. Piurkoski, Jr., 76, of Park Avenue, Ridgway, PA passed away at his home on Sunday, August 27, 2023, with his family by his side following a lengthy illness.
He was born on June 15, 1947 in Ridgway, a son of the late Leon Piurkoski, Sr. and Darlene Fischer Piurkoski.
On July 11, 1970, at St. Leo’s Church, he married Christine “Chris” DeGroat Piurkoski, who survives. Together they were blessed with more than 53 years of marriage.
McKean County Jury Convicts Gausman Of Sex Crimes With A Minor
(SMETHPORT, Pennsylvania, August 28, 2023): McKean County District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Brian A. Gausman (formerly of Kane), was convicted of crimes related to sex acts against a minor.
Witnesses testified that, on August 7, 2022, Officer Michael Henry of Kane Borough Police Department was dispatched to Gausman’s residence on Welsh Street in Kane for a report of a suicidal male. On-scene, Officer Henry encountered Gausman and a teenage female relative.
The female would later disclose that Gausman raped her and forced her to perform oral sex on him at his residence.
Douglas K. ROBBINS, 92, of Westfield, PA
Douglas K. ROBBINS, 92, of Westfield, PA, died Saturday, August 26, 2023.
Born April 16, 1931, in Corning, NY, he was the son of Clair and Eva Swan Robbins. On November 24, 1967, in Harrison Valley, he married the former Kathryn E. White, who survives.
A Korean War Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1952 – 56. He was employed by Eberle Tannery and Westfield Tanning Company. Doug loved to hunt and fish.
GOLF BALL DROP FUNDRAISER IS CANCELLED
The Golf Ball Drop fundraiser, to be held Saturday, Sept. 9, on the 18th hole at the Tyoga Golf Course at 759 Route 660, Wellsboro has been cancelled, it was announced by the Tyoga Golf Course and Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce. The money is being returned to those who purchased tickets.
RECALLS
Dr. Berne’s Whole Health Products Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Dr. Berne’s MSM Drops 5% and 15% Solution Eye Drops Due to Bacterial and Fungal Contamination
Dr. Berne’s Whole Health Products is voluntarily recalling all lots of MSM DROPS 5%,15% Solution, Dr. Berne’s Organic Castor Oil Eye Drops and Dr. Berne’s MSM MIST 15% Solution to the consumer level. FDA analysis has found one lot (lot 6786) of Dr. Berne’s MSM DROPS 5% Solution to fail sterility with both bacterial and fungal contamination found in the product. Out of an abundance of caution, Dr. Berne’s is recalling all other lots of the 5% and 15% strengths of MSM Solution and all lots of Dr. Berne’s Organic Castor Oil Eye Drops and Dr. Berne’s MSM MIST 15% Solution.
Coudersport Ambulance to Cole Manor
At 4:32 PM on Monday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to Cole Manor for a hip injury.
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Wellsville Police arrested Daniel E. Fronczak, age 47, of Wellsville, charging him with Public Lewdness (Class B Misdemeanor).
The charge stems from an incident that took place on South Main Street. Fronczak was also charged with a Probation Violation Warrant. Fronczak was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Justice Thompson.
Fronczak was committed to the Allegany County Jail on $2,000.00 cash bail or $4,000.00 property bond or $8,000.00 partially secured bond. Fronczak is due back in Wellsville Village Court on September 5th at 4:30 pm.
Ernest “Skipper” HARRISON, Jr., 74, of Wellsville, NY
Ernest “Skipper” HARRISON, Jr., 74, of Wellsville, NY, died Tuesday, August 22, 2023 in his home.
Born October 11, 1948, in New York, NY, he was the son of Ernest and Ella Cocherham Harrison.
A Vietnam War Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1968 – 1970. He was employed as an engineer by Consolidated Edison in New York, from where he retired. He was also a pilot for Delta Airlines.
Surviving are: a daughter, Latonya Harrison of Atlanta, GA; a son, Derrick B. Workman-Harrison of Greensboro, NC; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; a sister, Ernestine Harrison of Bronx; nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Arnold Harrison.
Interment will be in Bath National Cemetery.
Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory.
Memorials may be made to any veteran service organization.
Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
LEONARD HARRISON STATE PARK TO OPEN TO VISITORS THIS FRIDAY, SEPT. 1 AS CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES
This Friday, Sept 1, Leonard Harrison State Park at 4797 PA-660, Wellsboro, PA 16901 will be open to visitors for the first time since it was closed to the public on May 15 so key infrastructure improvements could be made.
According to Hills Creek State Park Complex Park Operations Manager Benjamin Stone of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of State Parks, “There is still a lot to do between now and Friday.”
Paving of the main parking areas started on Monday, Aug. 21 with the topcoat to be applied beginning Monday, Aug. 28. The restrooms and main parking areas will be open to visitors on Friday. Landscaping will be on going throughout September, with specific grass mixes and tree plantings planned.
Seniors 2 Seniors Program is Back Again!
The Potter County Education Council, Tri-Co Connections, the Potter County Human Services Area Agency on Aging, and our local school districts are continuing to team up to implement a county-wide program called Seniors 2 Seniors.
This program is teaching basic computer skills, digital literacy, and cybersecurity to senior citizens so that they have the skills and knowledge to utilize the many benefits of high-speed Internet, which can include: Staying connected to friends and family; Sending and receiving emails; Using search engines to navigate the Internet; Utilizing telemedicine (healthcare from home); Using on-line banking; and Shopping from home (for items not available in the local area).
Flash Flood Warning issued
Flash Flood Warning issued August 28 at 1:41PM EDT until August 28 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: At 141 PM EDT, Trained weather spotters reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain in I-86 West bound lane closed in Horseheads.
Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall
amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash
flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Trained spotters reported.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include…
Elmira, Corning, West Elmira, Southport, Big Flats, Horseheads,
Elmira Heights, Caton, Erin, South Corning, Horseheads North, Pine
City, Breesport, East Corning, Lockwood, Fisherville, Mark Twain
State Park, Tompkins Corners, Newtown Battlefield State Park and
Webb Mills.
INSTRUCTIONS: Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life.
Shinglehouse Ambulance to Rt. 44 South
At 1:35 PM on Monday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been dispatched to Rt. 44 South for a full arrest.
Karen L. (Warren) Clark, 82, formerly of Wellsboro, PA
Karen L. (Warren) Clark, 82, formerly of Wellsboro, PA passed away Saturday August 26, 2023, at Manor Care North in Williamsport.
She was born October 15, 1940, in Wellsboro, to Kenneth and Flossie (Murray) Warren.
Karen earned her associate degree and worked as an RN at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. She was Catholic and attended widows retreats with her sister. Karen was an avid reader who read all the time, and enjoyed walking.
Bernard J. Zawrotny, 87, of Bath, NY
BATH, N.Y.–Bernard J. Zawrotny, 87, of Bath, NY passed away August 2, 2023 at the Corning Hospital.
Born May 24, 1936 to John and Marie (Gronski) Zawrotny, Bernie graduated from Haverling High School in 1953 and Oswego State College in 1957 with a B.S. He earned his Masters at the University of Vermont.
He served 6 months active duty in the Army and 8 years in the reserves. He then taught industrial arts at Corning Free Academy, West High School, and over 26 years more at Lakeland High School in Westchester County where he taught electronics and computers. He was instrumental in helping to implement the computer program there. He also was an advisor for the ski club and enjoyed ski trips to Europe.
Michael J. Pontzer, 64, of Kersey, PA
Michael J. Pontzer, 64, of Kersey, PA passed away unexpectedly Friday, August 25, 2023 at his residence.
He was born October 15, 1958, in St. Marys, son of the late Mark P. and Marie J. Carino Pontzer. Michael was a lifelong resident of Kersey, a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1977, and a retired employee of Straub Brewery.
Shinglehouse Ambulance to Sunnyside Road
At 12:49 PM on Monday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been dispatched to Sunnyside Road for a cardiac emergency.
Fully Involved House Fire in Middlebury Township in Tioga County, PA
At 12:30 PM on Monday, Middlebury, Wellsboro & Elkland Fire Depts. have been dispatched to a report of a structure fire 36 Joe West Road. Responder reports heavy smoke coming from the residence.
Second Alarm: Fully Involved. Mansfield, Blossburg, Westfield, Tioga & Nelson dispatched.
Special prayer service at St. Eulalia Roman Catholic Church
(front l-r: Ron Nelson, Jason Tingley, Father Chris Wheeler, David Spacht-PA State Warden, Chris Fink-Grand Knight
Back l-r: Richard Buchanan, Dave Matzinger-District Deputy, Tom Gooch, Matt Miller)
Coudersport PA – A silver rose on a nine-month pilgrimage was the centerpiece of a special prayer service at St. Eulalia Roman Catholic Church in Coudersport on Saturday, August 26th. The program is sponsored annually by the Coudersport Knights of Columbus Council # 1355 to honor our Lady of Guadalupe and express both international unity and dedication to the sanctity of human life.
The journey of the silver rose begins each year in March and ends on Dec. 12, the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. During that time, Silver Roses travel from town to town along eight routes throughout North America. Several of those routes begin in Canada and end in Mexico.
Coudersport Ambulance to North West Street
At 12:15 PM on Monday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to North West Street for difficulty breathing.
Tioga Fire And Ambulance Dispatched For A Crash
On August 28 at 9:11 am. Tioga Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 15 South for a one vehicle rollover crash onto the median with injuries
Close Out Your Summer at Sinnemahoning State Park!
Austin – The kids might be back in school but there is still one more long weekend left this summer! Sinnemahoning State Park is excited to offer a full slate of recreation and educational public programs for the upcoming Labor Day Holiday Weekend. Whether you are looking to paddle the George B. Stevenson Reservoir or to tag a Monarch Butterfly there is something for everyone at Sinnemahoning State Park! Program details below, for more information and registration visit events.dcnr.pa.gov/sinnemahoning_state_park or call the park office at 814-647-8401.