Fire & EMS Calls

On January at 5:50 a.m. Wilcox Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to Buena Vista Highway for a one vehicle into the guiderail crash. A 37 year old male is reporting a hand injury

On January 22 at 11:32 pm. Liberty TWP. and Blossburg were dispatched to Rt. 15 Southbound for a one car motor vehicle accident with no injuries.

On January 21 at 5:49 pm. Bradford TWP. Fire Dept. and Bradford City ambulance were dispatched to Niles Hollow Rd for a one car motor vehicle accident. All units were recalled it is a disabled vehicle

At 2:37 PM on Saturday, Belmont & Amity Rescue dispatched for vehicle rollover crash with entrapment & injury at 4181 Cooley Hill Road near the Town of Ward line.

At 1:22 PM on Saturday, Shinglehouse Ambulance has been called to North Oswayo Street for altered mental status.

On January 21 at 12:30 pm. Otto Fire Dept. and Bradford City Ambulance were dispatched to 309 Main St. for a one vehicle crash. The vehicle is off the roadway with unknown details

Ryan Matthew Fairbank passed away at his home in Roulette, Pennsylvania on January 06, 2023, just 3 days shy of his 45th birthday.  His family and friends are heartbroken.

Ryan was born January 9, 1978 to Eric Fairbank and Peggy Morgan in Easton, Maryland. In 1999 he met the love of his life, Keri Kulp; they married in 2001 and have 2 children, Kiersten and Kole.  They lived in Easton for a time before moving near Keri’s family in Roulette, Pennsylvania; AKA “God’s Country”.

After suffering a severe spinal injury in 2008, Ryan became a stay-at-home Dad and thrived in this job. In 2011 he took on the enormous and loving task of homeschooling their children.  This continued through their graduations in 2019 and 2021.  Ryan was most proud of his children and the people they have become with his guidance.

After they graduated, Ryan began working at UPMC Cole’s Skilled Nursing & Rehab Unit with elderly patients.  He planned their activities, read to them, or would simply sit and listen to stories of their lives.  The nurses tell how he would paint the ladies’ nails and do their hair.  His patience, compassion and love of history made him perfect for this work.  He loved his job and they all loved him.

On April 11, 2022 Ryan was diagnosed with brain cancer in the form of a grade 4 glioblastoma. From that day onward he shared his entire journey; diagnosis, treatments, and his thoughts on what was happening to him with his followers on Instagram (@lostinpottercounty) and Facebook. It was important for him to be transparent about this process.

Ryan was a down-to-earth family man.  Even with the kids grown, they all enjoyed movie nights and game nights together; summer nights around the fire pit telling stories, and their annual vacation to Sea Isle, New Jersey. Looking for treasures on the beach and playing mini-golf were some of the memories that stand out.

Part way through his cancer treatments Ryan learned he was going to be a grandfather.  He was over the moon and wanted more than anything to meet and hold his grandson. That wish was granted on November 14 when Oliver Ryan Thomas was born.  Before his passing Ryan was able to record himself reading some of his favorite books for Oliver.  What a treasure.

Ryan was a kind, spiritual and open-minded man.  He was dedicated to his yoga and meditation practice, which helped him manage his chronic pain and come to terms with this terminal illness.  He was a voracious reader, often reading multiple books at the same time.  He loved bird watching and generally communing with nature.  He enjoyed long walks to the river where he’d spend hours with his dog Ruby and a good book. The family enjoyed their time at the river where they would search for beautiful little river rocks that Ryan would place among his collection of succulents. Before his diagnosis, Ryan completed a 7-day, 84-mile solo hike of the Susquehannock Trail System.  He said it was the most beautiful and transformative experience of his life.

Ryan is survived and sorely missed by his loving wife, Keri (Kulp); his 2 children, Kiersten and Kole; and his brand-new grandson, Oliver Ryan. Forever cherished by his mother, Peggy (Morgan) Andrew; father, Eric Fairbank and stepmom Lisa; his maternal grandfather, Thomas Morgan; and siblings Elizabeth “Liz” and Patrick Andrew.  His memory will live on with his numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and so many dear friends.

Ryan was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Robert and Shirley Lorraine “Rainey” Fairbank and his maternal grandmother Thelma Gertrude Morgan.

Services are still being planned at this time.

Contributions in memory of Ryan and in support of his family can be made here:  http://spot.fund/HelpRyanOnHisCancerJourney

Due to Ryan’s inability to work after treatments began, Keri missing work to care for him, and mounting medical bills, they have fallen way behind on their obligations and are unable to make the budget on her single income. The family is looking for long term solutions. In the meantime, anything you can contribute to help out would be a huge blessing to the family. No amount is too small.  Bless you.
Condolences can be mailed to:

Keri Fairbank

163 Main St.

Roulette, PA 16746

On January 20, at 5:58 pm. Coudersport Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 1102 N Hollow Rd. across the street from Leona’s Greenhouse for a vehicle fire possibly a motor home with exposure. Tankers have been requested from Roulette and Austin. Update it is 2 motor homes with an explosion

On January 20 at 5:26 pm. Coudersport ambulance was dispatched to N. Main St. for chest pains

On January 20 at 3:50 pm. Port Allegany Fire Dept. was dispatched to Rt. 155 for a pole fire

On January 20 at 1:45 am Roulette, Coudersport, and Austin Ambulances were dispatched to Locust St for difficulty breathing. Roulette is responding and Austin were recalled

At 5:10 PM on Thursday, Wellsboro Fire & EMS have been called to South Main Street near Garrison’s Men’s Shop for a 2 vehicle crash with a possible injury.

At 11:45 AM on Wednesday, Port Allegany Fire & EMS were dispatched to Shop n Save for a car/pedestrian accident.

At 3:30 PM on Monday, Coudersport Fire Dept was dispatched to a natural gas leak.

At 2:40 PM on Monday, Otto Township dispatched for a CO alarm activation with illness.

At 1:49 PM on Monday, Shinglehouse Ambulance has been called to Wildcat Road for a possible cardiac emergency.

At 1:35 M on Monday, Eldred Township Fire Dept. dispatched to assist PSP at a 2 vehicle crash at Rt. 155/446.

On January 14 at 7:46 pm. Port Allegany, Smethport, Roulette , And Norwich were dispatched to 21834 Rt. 6 for an active chimney fire the structure has been evacuated with 4 patients. Coudersport has been dispatched for RIT

On January 14 at 7:43 pm. Roulette fire and ambulance were dispatched to 4th St. for carbon monoxide alarm

On January 14 at 7:00 pm Priority Care ambulance was dispatched at the request of the Smethport Police to evaluate a suspected who was tased following a traffic stop that ended in a foot pursuit

On January 14 at 6:35 pm. Austin fire Dept. was dispatched to First Fork Rd. for a search. Update individuals have been found

At 1:46 PM on Saturday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been dispatched to Church Street for a fall victim.

On January 12th, 2023 at approximately 0109 hrs City of Bradford Police Department and Fire Department responded to 2 Bushnell Street apartment 425 for a reported ruptured gas line and possible fire.

Officers responded and had to force entry where they found a ruptured gas line and several spots through out the apartment that had visibly been set on fire.

Officers located Raymond Allen inside the apartment and detained him. Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshalls were called to the scene to conduct a joint investigation. It was determined that Raymond Allen had intentionally tried to set fire to his apartment by trying to light flammable materials and rupturing a gas line.

City Officers charged Raymond Allen with Arson, Causing or Risking a Catastrophe, Reckless Endangerment, and Criminal Mischief. Magistrate Luther arraigned Allen on the charges and he was remanded to McKean County Jail on $100.000 bond. Preliminary hearings are set in the matter. 

At 1:32 PM on Thursday, Austin Ambulance called to station for a possible cardiac emergency.

At 11:38 AM on Thursday, Roulette Ambulance has been called to Oak Lane for difficulty breathing.

Port Allegany medic is also responding.

On January 12 at 10:33 am. Wilcox was dispatched for a one vehicle accident

At 4:50 PM on Wednesday, Port Allegany Ambulance has been called to 3400 block of Rt.55 North for a fall victim.

At 1:17 PM on Wednesday, Shinglehouse Fire Dept. dispatched to a natural gas leak at 133 South Stevens Street. On scene reports small leak outside by meter. Units stand by in quarters.