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At 2:09 PM on Wednesday, Bradford City & Derrick City Fire Depts. dispatched to Dresser at 41 Fisher Avenue for an automatic fire alarm.

Derrick City RECALLED.

Austin Volunteer Fire Department

LOST HUNTER LOCATED!!

Around 8pm last evening Station 44 was dispatched to assemble at our station for a search. Crews were advised of a Lost Hunter in Wharton Twsp.

Patrol 44-4 & 44-14 with Chief 44-10 (J.Burgett), Rescue 44-8 with Chief 44 (J.Rooney) and Ambulance 44-6 with Chief 44-60 (T.Orlowski) and Chief 44-70 (S.Orlowski) responded.

Mountaineer Search and Rescue, Rod Johnson & Search K9 team, DCNR, Department 50 – NCPA Unmanned Emergency Services and Sinnemahoning State Park Rangers were requested. Pennsylvania State Police also responded.

Crews staged near the intersection of Mahon Run Road and Pine Island Road. Chief 44 (J.Rooney) took Austin Command. Crews utilized patrol units to do an immediate search of the area. Once Mountaineer & the K9 arrived units went to work mapping a larger search area, and deploying search teams.

Drone 50 arrived and deployed searching the area until weather conditions worsened. Helicopters declined to fly due to weather conditions. Crews worked in cold, snowy conditions throughout the night.

Around 7 am Patrol 44-24 with Chief 44-20 (B.Brooks) also responded to the scene.

At approximately 9 am Mountaineer returned to quarters and additional DCNR Rangers arrived to take their place. Pennsylvania Game Commission Officers also responded.

At approximately 11:15 am, Chief 44-20 (B.Brooks) notified all units the lost hunter had been located!

The patient was evaluated by EMS and released on scene.

A huge thank you goes out to all agencies who assisted us in a successful search!

As hunting season in Pennsylvania continues we remind hunters to prepare and take extra precaution when entering the woods. The best tool needed for survival in the event you get lost outdoors is advanced planning. Even if you are going out for just a few hours, pack enough essentials that you can stay hydrated, fueled and prepared for any type of weather. Hunt in familiar areas, and utilize maps, GPS and a compass. Know where you are going and how you will return. A cell phone, flashlight, matches are important items to bring. It’s also important that once you have planned your outing, tell someone. Give them exact details of where you are going, the trail you plan to follow, when you will return, the vehicle you are driving (and where you plan to park) and how many people will go with you – do not go alone.

Elizabeth A. Christian, 85, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 630 Chestnut Avenue, DuBois, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at Pinecrest Manor, after a lengthy illness.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.

Dale T. Cleveland, 84, of Wellsboro, PA passed away at Broad Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation. 

He was born March 13, 1938 in Knoxville, PA to Charles and Katherine (Doan) Cleveland.  On June 2, 1979 he married Dorothy Burrows, with whom he shared 41 years of marriage and raised three children. 

Dale worked at Dresser-Rand, was a member of the Wellsboro Moose for 40+ years, enjoyed camping, reading, watching TV, and Boston Terriers.  Dale loved farming, tractor pulls and Farmall tractors, and especially enjoyed riding three-wheelers and snowmobiles. 

Dale is survived by two sons:  Thomas Dale Cleveland (Beverly) of Wellsboro and Kevin Eugene Cleveland of Wellsboro; a daughter:  Tammie Hill (George) of Wellsboro; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three brothers:  Ronald Cleveland (Sandra) of Wellsboro, Dennis Cleveland (Bonnie) of Wellsboro, and David Cleveland (Donna) of Wellsboro; two sisters:  Candice Cleveland of Mansfield, and Jean Cleveland of Wellsboro; numerous nieces and nephews and other family and will be missed by all. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and a brother:  Kenneth Cleveland.

Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Dale’s life from 1:00pm-2:00pm Friday October 21, 2022 at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, with a service at 2:00pm in the funeral home.  Burial will follow at Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.

Helen L. Mague, 91, of Route 66, Kane, PA passed away Monday evening (Oct. 17) at her residence.  She was born on Oct. 5, 1931, in Jamestown, NY, the daughter of the late Floyd and Twila (Brennamen) Ericson.  On Feb. 21, 1950, in Kane, she married Robert Mague, who preceded her in death.

Helen, along with her husband, owned and operated a school bus line for the Kane Area School District.  She drove school buses for over 36 years.  She and Bob enjoyed many winters in North Ft. Meyers, FL and she also enjoyed camping, bowling and gardening.  She was a multi-year shuffleboard champion at Tamiami Village.  Helen was also a girl scout leader for many years and she worked on the Wetmore Township Election Board for over 60 years.

She is survived by two daughters, Kathy (Dave) Westerburg of Kane and Nancy Perry of Erie; one son Bill (Nancy) Mague of Kane; seven grandchildren, Bobby (Elissa) Perry, Jaime (Bradley) Schmitt, Danielle (Rick) Nelson, William (Jess) Mague, Jason (Amanda) Mague, Stephen (Michelle) Westerburg and James (Kersten) Westerburg; twelve great-grandchildren, Kyle Westerburg, Connor, Bristol and Kasen Mague, Olivia and Owen Nelson, Andee O’Brien, Bobby and  Bella Perry and Taylor, Braden and Landen Schmitt; her brother-in-law Jim (Dore) Mague of Kane and many cherished nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by, one grandson, Bryan D. Westerburg, a son-in-law, Bob Perry and a brother-in-law Bill Mague.

Friends are invited to greet the family on Saturday (Oct. 22) at 11:00 a.m. at the Gathering Space at St. Callistus Catholic Church.  A Memorial Mass will follow at 12:00 p.m., with the Rev. William O’Brien, as celebrant.  Interment will be in St. Callistus Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Pennies from Heaven,  4401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, St. Callistus Catholic Church, 342 Chase St. Kane, PA 16735 or the Friends Memorial Library,230 Chase St. Kane, PA.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.

The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of services.

Ruth N. GEHMAN

Ruth N. GEHMAN, 96, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Harrison Valley, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022 in her home.  

Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

John J. “Joe” Sheffer

John J. “Joe” Sheffer, 81, of Cyclone, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at his home.

He was born on May 11, 1941 in Olean, NY, a son of the late Paul R. “Dutch” Sr., and Isabelle F. “Izzy” Moran Sheffer.

He attended the former Cyclone Schools.

On July 14, 1990 in the former Cyclone Community Church he married Sharon L. Vennard; who survives.

Joe was known as a talented softball player and singer; who especially enjoyed singing Gospel music.  He was also an avid hunter and fisherman.  He was a member of a local Christian Motorcycle Club, the former Hilltop Lions Club, the Hilltop Baptist Church and a lifetime member of the Hilltop Volunteer Fire Department.  For several years he was the supervisor of the Hilltop Fairgrounds.  He also enjoyed spending his Tuesday mornings with the “Tuesday Coffee Club” at the Derrick City Diner.

He worked for thirty-five years with Pennzoil, Bradford, until they left the area.  He was also a security guard for the Smethport Raceway for many years.

In addition to his wife of 32 years, Sharon Sheffer of Cyclone he is also survived by four sons, Joe (Yvonne) Sheffer of Port Allegany, John Sheffer of Smethport, Timothy (Diane) Sheffer of Eldred and Bill (Ruby) Sheffer of Portville, NY; three daughters, Linda Torres of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Amy (Dan) Holly of Duke Center and Beth Pierson of Bradford;  one sister, Laura (Dennis) Gross-Gordon of Eldred; twelve grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren; one great great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one brother, Paul “Bump” Sheffer, Jr., two sisters, Donna Walters and Marie Bair and one granddaughter.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 from 10:00 AM until Noon at the Hilltop Baptist Church, Gifford, with a memorial service to immediately follow at Noon at the church with the Rev. Max Simms, officiating.

Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to the Hilltop Baptist Church, P.O. Box 76, Gifford, PA  16732 or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 4550 Montgomery Ave., Suite 1100 N, Bethesda, MD  20814.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

At 11:20 AM on Wednesday, Scanner traffic indicates the missing person that searchers have been looking for since about 10 PM last night has been located by a searcher at Sinnemahoning State Park near the 40 Maples. Austin Fire Dept. & others have been involved in the all night search. Austin ambulance is responding to evaluate the person.

Wellsville Police Blotter

Tuesday October 18, 2022

Wellsville Police arrested Rachel M. Sebree, age 34 of Wellsville, charging her with a Violation of Probation. Sebree was processed and arraigned before Associate Wellsville Village Justice Walsh. Sebree was committed to the Allegany County Jail on $500.00 cash bail, or $1,000.00 property bond or $2,000.00 partially secured bond. Sebree is due back in Wellsville Village Court on November 1st at 4:30 pm.

Wellsville Police Blotter

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Wellsville Police, acting on a Bench Warrant issued by the Wellsville Village Court, arrested Paul W. Cleveland, age 52 of Belmont, on previous Harassment 2nd charges. Cleveland was located by the Allegany County Sheriff’s Department and taken into custody. Cleveland was processed and arraigned before Associate Wellsville Village Justice Walsh. Cleveland was released and is due back in Wellsville Village Court on November 1st at 4:30 pm.

On October 18 at 7:54 pm Austin Fire Dept. has been dispatched to their station for a search

“…a supremely funny comedy of marital malaise…’Grand Horizons’ is that rare animal, a smart but crowd-friendly Broadway comedy, one that does not pander to the audience, and finds twisty new paths through familiar pastures.” — Written in BroadwayNews.com on Jan. 23, 2020 following the Broadway debut of this show.

The last three performances of Hamilton-Gibson’s production of “Grand Horizons,” an adult comedy, will be at 7:30 p.m. this Friday, and Saturday, Oct. 21 and 22 and at 2:30 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 23 in the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro. This show is for mature adults only.

There will be a pre-show introduction before each performance. Audience members who want to attend are asked to be seated in the theatre by 6:45 p.m. for the performances on Friday and Saturday and by 1:45 p.m. for the matinee on Sunday to engage in a short introduction to the play to provide some context for what they’re about to see. 

Immediately following the performances on Oct. 21, 22 and 23, a “talk back” opportunity is offered so audience members can explore some of the themes and responses to the play.

Bill and Nancy French have recently celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary and moved into Grand Horizons, an independent living facility. Suddenly, Nancy announces she wants a divorce.

As their two adult sons struggle to cope with the shocking news, they are forced to question everything they assumed about the people they thought they knew best.

Funny and painfully honest, this play explores a family turned upside-down and takes an intimate look at the wild, unpredictable, and enduring nature of love.

“The completely unexpected announcement that Nancy wants a divorce causes everyone involved to face the unexpressed desires and needs that they’ve hidden for years,” said Director Thomas Putnam who plays Bill French, Nancy’s husband. “The characters each have relationship issues to work through as marriage partners, as siblings, as parents and offspring, as love interests, as neighbors.” 

Also in the cast are Kathryn Sheneman as Nancy French; Alex Dell as Ben French and Sarah Duterte as Ben’s wife, Jess French; Tim Mulcahey as Brian French; Jeremy O’Neil as Tommy and Angel Goodwin as Carla.

“Thomas (Putnam) asked if I would play Carla,” said Goodwin. “I told him I would read the ‘Grand Horizons’ script and if I liked it, I would do it. It was so funny and yet not far-fetched. It deals with issues of today and family dynamics so I said ‘Yes.’ Carla is a lot like me. She talks a lot, which I’m really good at,” Goodwin said. 

“Angel is like her character in a number of ways – all good,” Putnam said. “Carla is an open book. She doesn’t hide anything and has no secrets compared to Nancy and Bill who have plenty of secrets. Carla pays attention to others; she “sees” them and appreciates them for who they are. One of the reasons Bill finds her interesting is that she simply enjoys his presence with no strings attached. Carla cares about people. She spends some of her time holding the hand of Alzheimer victims. She’s down-to-earth with no pretenses.” 

General admission is $16 for adults. For tickets, go to hgp.booktix.com or call Hamilton-Gibson at 570-724-2079. Tickets, if available, can also be purchased in the Warehouse Theatre lobby beginning at 6:30 p.m. before the Friday and Saturday performances and beginning at 1:30 p.m. before the Sunday matinee.

At 3:15 PM on Tuesday, Roulette ambulance has been dispatched to Main Street for a diabetic emergency.