NEWS

We are pleased to recognize Logan Hurlburt from Smethport High School is our Student of the Week! Logan has been a dedicated member of Mr. Miller’s Building Construction Occupations Class at Seneca Highlands CTC for three years, where he has consistently demonstrated hard work, a positive attitude, and exceptional focus.

Dale L. “Uncle Dale” Southard, 66, of Main St. passed away on Sunday (April 21st, 2024).

Born on October 29, 1957 he was the son of Lewis F. and Catherine Baker Southard.  He was a 1975 graduate of Otto Eldred High School and then attended Toni and Guy Barber’s school in Erie, Pa. 

Dale was a life long resident in Eldred and owned and operated Dale’s Barber Styling since 1986.  He was a drummer in several local bands including Imagine, Tradewind, Shuffle, and Alabama Rain. He also played softball for “Skeeters Inn” and “The Dukes”

Dale was also an avid Buffalo Bills fan.  Most of all, he was a great uncle to everyone and loved spending Wednesdays and Sundays at his sisters house with family.  He was affectionately known as “Floyd the Barber” by all the locals.

The 2024 Wine Walk has been deemed a big success by organizers.  This year’s participants included the Moose Family Center with registration; Allegheny Cellars Winery at Baxter Hardware, LLC; Uncle D’s Sassy Glass Winery at Rustic Roots; Twisted Vine Winery at Olson-Tenglund, Inc.; Laurel Mountain Winery at Trail’s End Realty; Brokenstraw Valley Winery at Mid-Town Motel; Flickerwood Wine Cellars at Mountain Laurel Federal Credit Union; Bear Creek Wines at A Stitch in Time;  Mountain Winery at Neighborhood School of Dance; Sugar Bush Winery at Karen’s Hairstyling Salon; Triple Nickel Distillery at GLC; and The Winery at Wilcox at Port Notary Service and Kim Nelson HHP.  The Port Allegany Senior Center will benefit from the proceeds of the 2024 Wine Walk. 

The Port Allegany Music Department will present the 2024 Spring Showcase on Friday, April 26 at PAHS.  Show time is 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are $3 and available at the door.  Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.  There is first come, first serve seating.  The Showcase will feature bands, jokes, original compositions and more!!  Pictured are three of the Showcase performers – Isaac Barber,  Henry Troupe and Amber Funk,  all members of the Class of 2024.  The program is under the direction of high school vocal instructor Rachael Karwowski.

When the Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s golf team won the United East Championship last spring, coach Rob Lytle called it a “great, great tune-up because I believe we’ll be doing this again, year after year.”

After one of the most competitive fall and spring seasons in program history on some of the most challenging courses several of his players have experienced, Lytle has his team primed and ready for this Saturday and Sunday’s UE Championship at Philmont Country Club in Huntingdon, where the winner also earns an automatic berth in the NCAA Division III Championship.

The Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce will hold the Annual Meeting & Award Presentation on May 2 at the Pennhills Club.  The event includes the presentation of 5 annual awards to the Bradford Community.  The five awards include: Exemplary Business, Community & Spirit, Director’s Award, Small Business and Legacy Award. 

We are excited to announce this year’s award recipients.  Exemplary Business Award will go to the McKean County Community Foundation; Small Business Award will go to Small Town Girl Boutique; Community & Spirit will go to the Bradford Friendship Table; Director’s Award will go to Pure Tech LLC and Legacy Award will go to Episcopal Church of the Ascension.

Gwenyth Mitchell, a senior from Portville High School, has been chosen to attend this year’s Students Inside Albany program sponsored by the League of Women Voters of New York State Education Foundation, Inc. This long standing annual Students Inside Albany program will take place from May 19-22, 2024 and will bring 60 students from across the state to Albany to get a first-hand education about their state government. The program is designed to increase high school students’ awareness of their responsibility in representative government and provide information about the tools necessary for meeting that responsibility.

While at the conference, students will join their peers in a hands-on learning experience about how state government works. Students will participate in a series of interactive lectures on topics such as the state budget process, the role of lobbyists in the legislative process, citizen rights to access government information, the role of media in politics, and the move to reform state government. While in Albany, the students will have an opportunity to tour the state’s Capitol. The highlight for most students is the opportunity to shadow their Senators and their Assemblymembers for an afternoon attending session on the Chamber floors.

For more information on the League of Women Voters Cattaraugus/Allegany Counties chapter, please visit cattarauguslwv@gmail.com For more information on the League of Women Voter of New York State Education Foundation, Inc., or the Students Inside Albany program, please go to: www.lwvny.org.

Empowering Voters, Defending Democracy

The League of Women Voters of New York State is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages the informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters does not support or oppose candidates or political parties. Membership is open to all and provides the opportunity to be active and involved in local, state and national issues.

Christopher W.  “Chris” Lane

Chris W. Lane, 67, of Russell, PA, died on Monday April 22, 2024, in his home after an extended illness.

Family will receive friends on Friday April 26, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East Street Warren, PA.

Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 1:30 pm in St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave., West, Warren, PA. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. A complete obituary will be published when it’s available.

David L. DeLullo, Jr., 70, of Silver Creek Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 23, 2024, with his family by his side. 

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Barbara J. “Barb” Brennen, 76, of 135 Reserve Road, St. Marys, passed away on Monday evening, April 22, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her four daughters and loving husband, following a three-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

Barb was born March 21, 1948, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Wilfred J. “Biff” and Alberta M. “Birdie” Emmert Hoffman.

On August 23, 1969 in Queen of the World Church, she married Bradley C. “Brad” Brennen, her high school sweetheart.  They were blessed to know each other most of their lives and to share 54 years of marriage.

Barb was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and graduated from Elk County Christian High School, Class of 1966, where she was Senior Class Secretary.

Mary S. Kostyack, 81, of Barnes, PA., died Tuesday morning, April 23, 2024, at Penn Highlands of Dubois, PA., after an extended illness.  She was born November 24, 1942, in Warren, PA.  Mary was the daughter of Harry and Eleanor Carlett O’Donnell.  She has resided in Barnes, PA., for the past 22 years.  Mary was a member of the Sheffield Senior Center and Sheffield Rod & Gun Club.  She enjoyed crafting, and time spent with her family, especially during the holidays. 

By: John Dresser, D.P.M.
UPMC Orthopaedic Care in Bradford, Port Allegany & Coudersport

Spring is here. The days are getting longer, temperatures are rising, and the birds are singing. The cold, inclement weather we’re used to in the winter causes many of us to decrease our activity and stay indoors. Though this sounds cozy and is a better choice than walking on slippery surfaces and chancing a fall, inactivity can lead to aches and pain in our lower limbs and feet. The decreased activity causes our muscles to weaken which can increase our risk of foot and ankle injuries, especially as we head back outside and increase our activity levels. As we transition from fluffy boots to stylish sandals, it’s important to keep our feet and ankles happy and free from injury.

At 1:30 PM on Tuesday, Gemania Fire Dept. was dispatched to West Branch Township for a working barn fire.