Elk County – The Stackpole-Hall Foundation Trustees, family, and staff are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. William J. Olson as a new Term Trustee for the Foundation.
Mr. Olson began his engineering career with roles at Quality Components, before joining Keystone Powdered Metal Company, where he would spend the next 15 years. Following his successful tenure in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, he chose to transition into work that more directly supports community and environmental priorities.
You could call it the social event of the season, a mass wellness retreat, grand-scale volunteer work or collective reaping that puts food on the tables of participants and non-participants alike.
Or you could just call it deer season.
You’d be right on all counts. Pennsylvania’s statewide firearms deer season – which runs from Nov. 29 through Dec. 13 and includes two Sundays, Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 – will send more than half a million orange-clad hunters out to share time with family and friends, connect with nature, perform boots-on-the-ground wildlife management and secure healthy venison. No other single day on the state’s hunting calendar is as anticipated or busy.
Bonnie L. (Lewis) Pierce, age 78, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. She was born on April 27, 1947, in Elmira, NY, a daughter of the late Duane D. Lewis and the late Christine (Clark) Cook, and was married to the late Gerald J. Pierce and was formerly employed by Wundies as a seamstress. She attended the Mt. Zion Full Gospel Church, Wellsboro, PA, enjoyed sewing, couponing, doves and was a member of the Morris 55 Club and the Ornament Club.
She is survived by a daughter: Tonya (Tim) Wilkinson of Wellsboro, PA, sons: G. Scott (Debra Lockett) Pierce of Wellsboro, PA, Brent (Ryan Bates) Pierce of Covington, PA, sisters: Debra (Rick Bloom) Losey of Knoxville, PA, Karen (Frank) Shutter of Honeoye, NY, brother: Robert (Lynne Steadman) Lewis of Elkland, PA, 10 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 12:30 to 2 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm with Pastor Tim Miller officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA.
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Carman J. Drake, 82, of Shinglehouse, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born on Wednesday, April 21, 1943 in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Leon F. and Elizabeth Burrows Drake.
Carman was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. She was employed for many years at St. Bonaventure University in Food Services and later in Housekeeping until her retirement.
For several years, Carman attended the Bolivar 4-C’s senior center.
Left to cherish her memory are a brother, Denver D. (Sue) Drake of Shinglehouse; two sisters, Fawzia DeLong of Salem. WV and Rachel (Wayne) Bollinger of York; and her nieces and nephews.
All of November through the week before Christmas, the Potter County Farmers Market will move indoors to the Riley Gallery, next to the Crittenden, on SATURDAY from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The next market will be this Saturday, November 23rd. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICES:
* The market moves indoor from November 2025 through the end of April 2026, each SATURDAY through the end of December 2025, then the first SATURDAY of each month beginning in January 2026.
* There will be no market on November 29th due to the Small Town Christmas celebration in Coudersport. Many of our vendors will be throughout the town.
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
* If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-598-0649 netrabaker2@gmail.com]
THORNY BUSH FARM will be at the Saturday market with fabulous goat milk fudge, herbal honey, designer soap, and various crafts. Cash check and Venmo accepted.
REUNING AND BRADLEY ORCHARDS will be attending with apple cider
Available Position: Full-time IT Support Technician in the Port Allegany School District
Overview:
Seneca Highlands IU9 is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic IT Support Technician to join our team supporting Port Allegany School District. This position offers an excellent opportunity to start a rewarding career in technology within an educational environment.
Job Title: IT Support Technician
Location: Port Allegany, PA
Type: Full-time
New clearances upon hire and Pre-employment drug testing will be required for successful employment.
Key Responsibilities: Provide first-level technical support for devices, networks, apps, and classroom technology. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues. Assist in maintaining and updating IT documentation and inventory. Ensure excellent customer service by being courteous, polite, and service-oriented. Collaborate with other team members to enhance overall IT support.
Qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Basic troubleshooting skills for devices, networks, and classroom technology, or the ability to learn these skills quickly.
Any questions regarding this position, please email Mr. Ed Bell at: ebell@iu9.org EOE
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Lewis Run man has been remanded to jail following his arraignment on two separate complaints for charges of Rape, Wiretap Act Violations and other charges. Ray COAST has been charged by Trooper Richard Obermeyer of the Pennsylvania State Police-Lewis Run barracks with committing crimes across a three year period at his home in Lewis Run and within the City of Bradford.
In one complaint, Trooper Obermeyer charges COAST with committing multiple sex acts against a male starting when the male was under the age of 18 over the course of three years.
COAST is charged with Sexual Extortion (5 counts), Rape by Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Rape by Threat of Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse by Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse by Threat of Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Sexual Assault (5 counts), Aggravated Indecent Assault Without Consent (5 counts), Aggravated Indecent Assault by Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Aggravated Indecent Assault by Threat of Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Indecent Assault Without Consent (5 counts), Indecent Assault by Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Indecent Assault by Threat of Forcible Compulsion (5 counts), Simple Assault, Terroristic Threats, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Corruption of Minors, Corruption of Minors – course of conduct of a sexual nature, Furnishing Alcohol to Minors, and Harassment.
By a second complaint, COAST is charged with using a tracking device to stalk the victim. He is, additionally, charged with the Interception of Electronic Communication (wiretap violation relating to tracking device) (2 counts), Stalking (2 counts), Trespass by Motor Vehicle and other offenses. The complaint alleges that the victim reported that he began to see COAST at various locations out of the blue and receive communication from him where COAST would identify the victim’s location without the victim telling him. The victim suspected that COAST was using a tracking device and took his vehicle to a garage where a tracking device was eventually found on the victim’s vehicle.
The complaint asserts that police located video showing COAST at the victim’s vehicle and in the location where the device was located while the vehicle was parked and police were able to track the purchase of the device back to COAST.
COAST was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge David Engman on one complaint regarding offenses charged at his residence and by Magisterial District Judge Richard Luther on the other case regarding offenses charged within Bradford City. Bail was set at $1 million and $250,000, respectively, with a bail condition of no contact with minors, and COAST was remanded to jail being unable to post the bail.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police-Lewis Run at (814)368-9230 or 911. COAST is scheduled for central court on December 4th.
Port Allegany, PA- Cynthia Ann Carinci “Loving Mother, Grandmother & Sister”
Cynthia A. Carinci, 71, of Route 155 passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 14, 2025.
Cynthia was born October 31, 1954, in Olean and was the daughter of Byron Elwood and Anna Madelon Marvin Lawson. On November 2, 1974, in Derrick City, she married Mark J. Carinci who predeceased her on March 3, 2021.
Cynthia was a 1972 graduate of Allegany High School. She worked in a couple of places, including the Shop N Save deli in Port Allegany as a baker, and also for the Port Allegany School in the cafeteria until her retirement.
Frances I. STOREY, 94, of Coudersport, PA, died Saturday, November 15, 2025 in the arms of her husband at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport. Born December 14, 1930, in Olean, NY, she was the daughter of James C. and Margaret E. Stanley Truax.
On June 2, 1962, in Coudersport, she married Arthur R. Storey, who survives. She was employed by Motorola in Arcade, NY, Galeton Production, and “Park’s Ark” at Park United Methodist Church in Coudersport. Fran was a member of the Sweden Valley Faith United Methodist Church and active in local bowling leagues.
Surviving besides her husband, Art, are: two children, William (Linda) Kottwitz of St. Marys and Sharon (Ronald) Haskins of Coudersport; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Milford Truax of Byron, NY and Winston (Barb) Truax of Shongo, NY; nieces and nephews.
Available Position: Full-time IT Support Technician in the Port Allegany School District
Overview:
Seneca Highlands IU9 is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic IT Support Technician to join our team supporting Port Allegany School District. This position offers an excellent opportunity to start a rewarding career in technology within an educational environment.
Job Title: IT Support Technician
Location: Port Allegany, PA
Type: Full-time
New clearances upon hire and Pre-employment drug testing will be required for successful employment.
Key Responsibilities: Provide first-level technical support for devices, networks, apps, and classroom technology. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues. Assist in maintaining and updating IT documentation and inventory. Ensure excellent customer service by being courteous, polite, and service-oriented. Collaborate with other team members to enhance overall IT support.
Qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Basic troubleshooting skills for devices, networks, and classroom technology, or the ability to learn these skills quickly.
Any questions regarding this position, please email Mr. Ed Bell at: ebell@iu9.org EOE
[State College, PA] This Monday, November 17th, Samuel Friday, a 67-year-old resident of Tyrone, was arrested and remains in custody on denied bail. After receiving a report that Mr. Friday was soliciting underage teenagers for sexual conduct, Trooper Jonathan Hodges and a team from the Pennsylvania State Police quickly obtained a search warrant for Mr. Friday’s Tyrone residence, located in Centre County, and found photographs, video tapes, and electronic storage drives containing sexually explicit material.
Katherine A. “Kathi” HUNT, 61, of Wellsville, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14, 2025, surrounded by her family following a long battle with cancer. Born on Christmas Day 1963, Kathi was the oldest daughter of Bruce Hunt and Betty (Eugene) Lewis, both of Wellsville.
A 1983 Graduate of Wellsville High School, Kathi spent many years as a home health caregiver and found great pride in her work. Kathi had a special affinity for flower gardening, crafting, and event planning. She shared her many talents with friends and family. Spoiling every furry companion she had over the course of her life, Kathi was a big animal lover and encouraged everyone to “share their yogurt” with them. In her free time, Kathi enjoyed time spent with Greg on “The Hill” cooking out and buggy riding with family and special friends, Jeannine and Art Newman, Mary and Mike Fisk, and Matt “Wildflower” Sturdevant. Spending much of the warmer months on the back of Greg’s Harley, she enjoyed exploring their favorite routes.
Janet H. Dippold, 90, of 105 Wilson Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Pinecrest Manor.
She was born March 31, 1935, in St. Marys at her home on Ford Road, daughter of the late Romandus and Mary Nekuza Schreiber. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of St. Marys High School. She took great pride and joy in her work as cafeteria manager at St. Marys Parochial School, where she retired after thirty-two years.
On May 5, 1956, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Janet married Carl R. Dippold, who survives. They were blessed to share sixty-nine years of marriage.
Patricia A. Esterbrook, 73, of Warren, PA., died Tuesday afternoon, November 18, 2025, at John & Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA. She was born September 14, 1952, in Warren, PA. She was the daughter of Wayne and Nellie Schatzle Barhight. Patricia was a life-long Warren area resident. She was a 1970 graduate of Warren Area High School. Patricia was employed with the former P.D.M. for 5 years, when they built the St. Louis Arch. She also was employed for 44 years, at Betts Industries as an executive assistant to Richard Betts and was an export coordinator of foreign sales, retiring in 2019. She was an active member at Grace United Methodist Church. She enjoyed golfing, playing the piano and cello.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that the Columbia County Rest Areas on Interstate 80 eastbound and westbound, located at mile marker 246, are opened to traffic.
The rest areas were closed on Thursday, February 20, 2025, to accommodate renovation and construction efforts. Work on the project included updating utilities and bathroom fixtures, installation of a new generator, and the construction of a new sewage treatment plant and buildings. Work on the project was completed under four contracts totaling $6.7 million.
Mildred “Kathy” MATRONE, 82, of Port Allegany, PA, died Monday, November 17, 2025 in her home. Born March 19, 1943, in Port Allegany, she was the daughter of Frank W. and Mildred B. Clark Roller. On June 5, 1959, in Port Allegany, she married Louis J. “Nick” Matrone, who predeceased her on July 24, 2014. Surviving are: a daughter, Louann M. (Jim) Barr of Port Allegany; a granddaughter, Jamie Payne of Port Allegany; her caregiver who was like a granddaughter to her, Jennifer Welder of Port Allegany; a sister, Lois M. Payne of Turtlepoint; nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life for William H. “Bill” Grandin, 87, a lifelong resident of Roulette, on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Riverside United Methodist Church, 30 River Street, Roulette. A Masonic service will be held at 11 AM immediately followed by members of the Potter County Guard who will accord military honors. A memorial service will then be held with Pastor Jim Cannistraci, officiating. Lunch will follow at the church. Burial will be at Hill Cemetery, Roulette, with members of the Roulette Fire Department according Bill’s last call to service.
Bill’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists in Sullivan County that the entire length of Ellis Road (Route 4006) in Fox and Elkland townships will be posted with a permanent, year-round, 10-ton weight restriction.
The posting is being made based on a traffic-and-engineering study indicating that this highway may be damaged by vehicles that exceed the restriction. School buses, emergency vehicles, and local-delivery trucks are exempted from the postings.
The restriction will be in effect once the required signs are erected by a PennDOT maintenance crew in the upcoming weeks.
(Pictured: Citizens of Tomorrow [not in order] Alex Duell, Aidan Sandersen and Landin Pekarski)
We’re pleased to announce that our Citizens of Tomorrow program in which students from Coudersport High School join us for lunch and tell us about themselves and their future plans has resumed.
At our November 17, 2025, meeting, our first group of students joined us at a special luncheon coordinated by Rotarian Julie Jeffers at Sweden Valley Manor. Past Rotary President, Walter Baker, resides at the Manor and was happily able to join us.
Students Alex Duell, Aidan Sandersen and Landin Pekarski, joined us for a pizza and wings lunch and told us about their current activities and future plans.
We look forward to meeting more Citizens of Tomorrow at our future meetings!
(Pictured: Citizens of Tomorrow [not in order] Alex Duell, Aidan Sandersen and Landin Pekarski)
