Alice I. Malacarne, 85, of Ridgway, died on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at her residence after a lengthy illness.

She was born on October 16, 1938, in Tyler, the daughter of the late Walter and Doris Saline Celinski.

On January 11, 1958, at St. Stanislaus Church, she married the late Irvin Malacarne Sr., who preceded her in death on May 12, 1993.

Alice resided most of her life in Ridgway and was a member of St. Leo Magnus Church. She loved to spend her time outside, she often found solace in simply swinging on her back porch. Her presence brought warmth and light to those around her, and her devotion to her family knew no bounds. Alice could be found reading a book or enjoying a picnic with her family.

She is survived by 6 children; Gary Malacarne and his wife Rosalee of Johnsonburg, Irvin Malacarne Jr. and his wife Lisa of Ridgway, Pamela Szymanski of Wilcox, Steven Malacarne and his wife Kim of TN, Susan Ginther and her husband Carl of Ridgway, and Angela Donati of Ridgway, 13 grandchildren; Crystal, Adam, Melissa, Regina, Amanda, Melissa, Steven, Jessica, Nathan, Zachary, Brandon, Emily, and Stephanie, and 15 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by 2 sisters: Janice Hand and her husband John of Kersey, and Helen Jean Castina of Brandy camp, and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 2 sons in infancy, 2 brothers: Ronald and Dennis Celinski, a sister, Joyce Sperling, a great-grandchild, Madelyn, and a son-in-law, Adam “Lee” Szymanski.

Richard M. Langianese, 71 of Lewis Run, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 after a courageous battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.

He was born on October 16, 1952 in Bradford, the son of the late Francis and Esther Doriguzzi Langianese.

He was a graduate of the former Bradford Central Christian High School.

On September 9, 1978 in Bradford, he married Roxanne M. Cary; who survives.

Richard was an avid golfer and he especially enjoyed his fishing trips to Canada with his friends.  He was also a former member of the Pine Acres Country Club.

He worked for the State of Pennsylvania for 36 years; starting with the local tax office and retiring from the Pennsylvania Lottery in 2010.  He was also one of the co-founders of the former Carnegie’s Restaurant.

In addition to his wife of 45 years, Roxanne Langianese of Lewis Run, he is also survived by three children, Jason (Roselyn) Langianese of Bedford, NH, Daniella Langianese of Lewis Run and Colton (Kai Torres) Langianese of Bloomfield, NJ; four grandchildren, Brooke, Colin, Aisley and Cambria and several nieces and nephews.

Wellsboro Fire Department

On Tuesday afternoon 3/12/2024, Wellsboro Fire Department responded to assist Department 2 (Mansfield) with the report of a grass/brush fire which resulted in an exposure (house) becoming involved.

Chief 1-10 (McCarthy) responded directly to the incident from the Mansfield area while Tanker 1-5 responded with 3 personnel from Station 1. Personnel from Wellsboro assisted with Fire attack and overhaul. 3,000 gallons of water was delivered by the apparatus.

Department 1 was on scene for approximately an hour before returning to quarters. No injuries to personnel or civilians have been reported. Our thoughts are with the family who were involved in this incident.

SAYRE (March 12, 2024) – The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers proudly welcomes Joselyn Allen-Elford to its team in the newly established role of Resource Development Associate. In this capacity, Joselyn will provide robust, innovative leadership and support to the President of the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, facilitating the organization’s growth and development through the oversight of development programs. Additionally, she will be entrusted with managing a substantial $3.5 million scholarship program, distributing $136,000 annually to deserving recipients.

Crary Hose Company

INCIDENT DESC : ENTRAPMENT

LOCATION : 941 CALIFORNIA RD

MUNICIPALITY : BROOKFIELD

At 03/14/24 05:24, Crary Hose, Sabinsville Ambulance, Knoxville-Deerfield, Clymer, Wellsboro Ambulance and UPMC Wellsboro ALS were dispatched to 941 California Rd in Brookfield Township to the scene of a motor vehicle accident, one vehicle, log truck rollover with entrapment. Chief 5 arrived on-scene at 05:35, with Engine 5-3 arriving at 05:38.

Chief 5 reported that the vehicle had one occupant and that they had self-extricated. Chief recalled all responding fire units, requesting that EMS continue in. Engine 5-3 crew handled patient assessment. 5-3 also determined that the vehicle, which had come to rest in a ditch, did not require any further stabilization.

Wellsboro Ambulance, Sabinsville Ambulance and UPMC Wellsboro ALS arrived on-scene, with Wellsboro Ambulance and UPMC ALS providing further patient care and transport. It was determined that the injuries sustained required transport via helicopter, which was provided by LifeNet. Squad 5-18 and Knoxville personnel handled the LZ at Electricord Mfg. Pennsylvania State Police were on-scene, and Whites Towing handled recovery. We wish the driver of the truck a speedy recovery and thank all responders for your help.

Crary Hose Personnel: Chief 5 B. Goltz, Chief 5-20 M. Heyler, Chief 5-30 K. Mack, Rescue Captain A. Adams, Fire Police Captain M. James, Fire Police Lieutenant G. Bisel, FF S. Brubaker, FF M. Reed, FF T. Hurler, FF K. Engle.

Belmont, NY…..      The Allegany County Democratic Committee will host a Mystery Wine Pull & Trivia Event on Saturday, March 30th at 22 W. Main St., Angelica, NY.   This is a drop-in event, open from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.   Everyone aged 21 or above is welcome.  You need not be a registered Democrat to attend. 

Trivia games begin at 1:30 p.m. with a suggested donation of $3 per game.  Guests can enjoy snacks and soft drinks, and there are prizes for the winners of each of five teams.

BRADFORD, Pa. — Musica Spei, an early music vocal ensemble, will perform Saturday, March 16, at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.

Tickets for the 3 p.m. show, which will be held in the Harriett B. Wick Chapel, are free but must be requested due to limited seating. Tickets can be reserved at https://www.upb.pitt.edu/life-at-pitt-bradford/pitt-bradford-arts/buy-tickets or by calling the Bromeley Family Theater box office at 814-362-5113.

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