On Wednesday October 19th, the Leadership Potter County (LPC) program held their session on Education in Potter County. The LPC candidates learned about important issues and leadership responsibilities from early childhood education to vocational and post-secondary education.

We would like to thank all of our guest speakers including Mr. Kevin Roessner (School Counselor at Northern Potter High School), Mrs. Rachel Minard (School Counselor at Coudersport High School), Mrs. Wendy Bailey (Principal at Northern Potter Children’s School), Mr. Gary Buchsen (Superintendent of Port Allegany School District) and Dr. Kimberly Rees (Superintendent of Austin School District)! We appreciate the time they took to speak with us about education and leadership roles within the school environment.

Below is a photo of Mr. Buchsen and Dr. Rees talking with the group.

At 12:47 PM on Friday, Cuba Fire Dept. has been dispatched to a tractor-trailer crash into a pole with live electric lines down in the roadway & on the top of the tractor-trailer. Driver is advised to stay in the vehicle until electric is shut off. It appears the driver is not injured at this time.

Edward Allen Dunn, 84, of Smethport, PA passed away, Thursday (October 20, 2022) at his home.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport, are incomplete and and will be announced by a full obituary.

At 12:04 PM on Friday, Shinglehouse Ambulance has been called to Englar Street for seizures.

M. Jane Shaw, 99, of Bradford, PA formerly of Mercer, passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

She was born on January 24, 1923 in Altoona, a daughter of the late Franklin and Mary Nissley Hinman.

She was a 1940 graduate of the Altoona High School and a 1943 graduate of Penn State University, Main Campus; where she earned her Bachelor’s degree.

On August 18, 1945 she married Fredrick A. Brinkley who preceded her in death on August 31, 1980.  On January 26, 1985 she married Luther G. Shaw who preceded her in death on April 14, 2006.

Jane was a member of the First Presbyterian Church.  She made Christmas ornaments with her husband Fred under the brand “Holigays” which were sold all over the country in the 1970’s.

She was employed as a social worker in Altoona prior to her first marriage.  After moving to Bradford, she then worked for the Census Bureau in the 1960’s.  She also had her own antique business out of her home in Mercer and locally at the Bradford Mercantile.

She is survived by two daughters, Janice Caruso of Bradford and Paula (Scott) Weekley of Lampe, MO; four grandchildren, Heather (Donovan) Wattier of Omaha, NE, Andrew (Jacklyn) Weekley of Bennington, NE, Michael (Katie) Caruso of Bradford and Jill (Daniel) Neighbour of Bradford; eight great grandchildren; one great great-grandson and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and two husbands she was also preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers.

A celebration of Jane’s life will be held at the First Presbyterian Church at a later date.

Burial will be in Brookville cemetery, Brookville.

Contributions in her memory can be made to the Chapel Ridge/Bradford Ecumenical Home Activity Fund, 100 St. Francis Dr., Bradford, PA  16701; the National Ataxia Foundation, P.O. Box 27986, Golden Valley, MN  55427 or the First Presbyterian Church, 54 East Corydon St., Bradford, PA  16701.

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

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

Kevin Dusenbury’s Gift of Memory Program, which benefits Potter County’s Christmas House, is currently in its 22nd year.  Through Dusenbury’s business, the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home in Shinglehouse, local residents can contribute presents in memory of their deceased loved ones to the organization, which distributes gifts to over 1,200 Potter County children and elderly during the holidays.  In the past 21 years, gifts too numerous to count were collected at the funeral home and presented to the Christmas House for distribution to needy families.  Those wishing to make donations of new, unwrapped toys or gifts can call Dusenbury at 814-697-6570.

Again this year, the Christmas House is asking that we start our program early to be able to have distribution to the recipients as early as possible.  Therefore donations will be collected until Friday, November 18, 2022.

In purchasing gifts this year, the Christmas House is asking for donations of items for girls in the 9 to 12 age group and also for teenagers.  There is also a need for boys from 2 to 12 years of age and also for teenagers.

Pictured are “The Boys”, Charlie, and Cooper, checking out at the toys purchased by the Dusenburys.

The Potter County Artisan Co-op will have a Halloween Open House Saturday October 29 from 6-9p. There will be “spooky” treats, live music with Steve and Eppie, wine and cider tasting by Inner Stoic  and a door prize. Those who dare are invited to attend in costume.

The co-op is located at 227 N. Main Street, Coudersport. FMI: call 814-274-8165 or email: pottercountyartisancenter@gmail.com

BRADFORD, Pa (October 18, 2022)– Journey Health System (JHS) and their affiliates held their annual Board meeting on Friday, October 14, 2022, at the main JHS office located in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Over 50 individuals from each agency’s Board, executive team members and guest speakers gathered remotely and in-person for the election of officers and to review the fiscal year. The theme of this year’s meeting was “Hope & Healing Happen Here”.

Journey Health System provides administrative support for the following behavioral health affiliates: Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS); Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS); Deerfield Behavioral Health (DBH); Dickinson Center, Inc. (DCI); Forest-Warren Mental Wellness Association (FWMWA) and Stairways Behavioral Health (SBH). The JHS Board of Directors is comprised of representatives from each organization which deliver mental health care to a total of 21 counties across Pennsylvania.

Journey Health System’s President and CEO Guy Signor welcomed attendees to the meeting prior to presentations by each affiliate’s executive director regarding last year’s results. Additionally, the guest speaker was Felicia Stehley the Regional Director of @communitycarebehavioralhealth. Her discussion titled, “Behavioral Health Landscape in Pennsylvania: A Managed Care Perspective” included: workforce development and retention, access to support, value-based purchasing, and a focus on the future.

The annual meeting’s proceedings and Board elections were conducted by Journey Health System’s Board Chair Gregory LaRocca.

The following new Board members were announced:

Celene Kalivoda (JHS)

John Foerstner (BLARS)

Chris Clifford (BLBHS)

Elena Radkowski (DCI)

Todd Stotlz (DCI)

Kim Adams (FWMWA)

Karen Baker (FWMWA)

James Funkhouser (FWMWA)

The 2023 JHS Board Officers were elected as follows: Chairperson Gregory LaRocca, Vice Chair Joe Yaros, Treasurer Maurice “Maury” Cashman and Secretary Kathy Jones.

The following 2023 affiliates’ Board Chairs were nominated:

Karen Costello-Pecht (BLARS)

Maury Cashman (BLBHS)

Joe Haines (DCI)

Gary Lester (FWMWA)

Brian Hennessy, Esq. (SBH)

Reappointments for a three-year term include:

Maury Cashman (JHS & BLBHS)

Dr. Richard Dryden (BLARS)

Kathy Jones (JHS)

Joe Yaros (JHS & SBH)

Visit www.journeyhealth.org for more information.

Falcon Football on the Air Tonight

Falcon Football will be on the air for the final time this season tonight as the Falcons (5-3) host Bucktail (2-5).

I will be joined by my new color analyst, Luke Sevinsky.

Broadcast will begin at 6:50 with kickoff at 7 PM.

Go Falcons!

www.network1sports.com/station/wfrm

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The Potter County Farmers Market, located on the square across from the jailhouse, will be open this Friday, October 21st, from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM (weather permitting). Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

.REUNING AND BRADLEY ORCHARDS will be bringing apple cider this week..

CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the Farmers Market this Friday October 21. Our table will include bread requests of cheese garlic, sunflower seed bread, rye and breakfast bread. Muffins and sweet bread to accompany your coffee. And a few treats for your sweet tooth. I will not be at the market next week. If you have any requests please message me. netrabaker@hughes.net

.BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce.  We will have an assortment of colorful beets, Dragon’s Tongue beans, gorgeous Celery, carrots, Jalapeno peppers, spaghetti squash and more. We accept cash, credit cards, SNAP and FMNP checks. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com

.BLACK CATS AND PAPERCRAFTS is planning on being there with clay charms, quilled paper light boxes, wall hangings, wind chimes, hair accessories and an assortment of things made from paper. We also have some new potion bottle jewelry and keychains. And we’re ramping up for Spooky Season so get ready for some appropriately themed goodies. For more information, or to make a custom order contact Leon at blackcatsandpapercrafts@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page to see sneak peeks of the new things we’re making at https://facebook.com/@blackcatsandpapercrafts

.CARING CRAFTS will be setup at the farmers market this Friday! We will have a variety of cute homemade wreaths to decorate your home! A unique selection of a variety of plastic canvas ornaments/magnets! Also, we have a cure selection of hand sewn travel pillows ! It’s almost that time of year to start thinking of that special holiday gift! Stop by and see our Homemade Items! We accept cash payments! Like us on Facebook @ Caring Crafts! Hope to see everyone! 

ALPACA CREATIONS  will be a vender at the Potter County Farmers market this week.  Bring all things of alpaca.   Hats, mitts, mittens, neck warmers, shawletts, boot inserts and big variety and sizes of alpaca socks as well as therapeutic socks.  Stop by and see if we can help you keep your feet warm. Credit accepted.  https://alpacas75.wixsite.com/website. 814-601-0049

.FREEZE DRIED EMPORIUM will be bringing freeze dried items.

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that Interstate 80 eastbound is closed between Exit 215 (Limestoneville / Route 254) in Northumberland County and Exit 224 (Danville / Route 54) in Montour County, due to a tractor trailer rollover.

A detour using Route 254 and Route 54 is in place.  The roadway is expected to be closed for several hours.

Motorists should be alert, slow down, and expect delays in travel.

Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 

At 8:47 AM on Friday, Lawrenceville, Tioga, Nelson, Lindley & Gang MIlls Fire Depts. have been dispatched to the Family Dollar Store in Lawrenceville for a reported structure fire. Employee arriving found smoke coming from ceiling.

At 8:38 AM on Friday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to Rt. 6 West for a patient to go to UPMC Cole.

Margaret DeMarco

Margaret M. DeMarco, 73, of Warren, passed away on Sunday morning, October 16, 2022, in Warren General Hospital.

She was born in Warren on December 12, 1948, the daughter of the late James V. and Mary Gigliotti DeMarco. Margaret was a 1967 graduate of Warren Area High School. She was employed with Warren General Hospital in the Environmental Services Department. Margaret was of the Catholic faith and a member with the St. Joseph Parish in Warren. Margaret loved her work. It was her passion, and she took great joy in that. She also enjoyed reading a good book.

Margaret is survived by her brother, James DeMarco, and wife     of Fountain Valley, CA; sister, Teresa Mroz, and her husband, Edward, of Ohio; nieces, Lisa Mroz, Sabrina Gibson, and husband, Jason, and Gina Wilson, and husband, Bryan; and one nephew, Steven DeMarco.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022, at 10:00 am in St. Joseph R.C. Church, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, Pastor, officiating. Per Margaret’s request there will be no viewing or visitation. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

Those wishing to place memorials in Margaret’s name may do so through Warren General Hospital, 2 West Crescent Park, Warren PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhominc.com

Richard W. Luther Sr.

Richard W. “Dick” Luther Sr., 93, of 14 Williams Street, Bradford, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Bradford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Family will receive friends Sunday, October 23, 2022, from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 372 East Main Street. Friends are also invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 11:00 am in St. Bernard Church with Fr. Jim Gutting as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.

A complete obituary will follow tomorrow.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill FUneral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Donald B. Andrews, 75, of 6635 Phillips Hill Rd., Bolivar, NY, passed away on Sept 13th at home after a lengthy illness with ALS. Don was able to be cared for at home for the 7-8 yrs of his illness. Donald was born on March 12, 1947, at Jones Memorial Hospital to John and Loula Burrows Andrews.

He attended Wellsville Central Schools through 6th grade and then went to Admiral Farragut Academy in St. Petersburg, Fl returning to Wellsville NY to graduate high school as a Senior. A day after graduation he enlisted in the US Air Force along with 3 others in his High school class. Don served for four years in the service. He was in Air Traffic Control and Maintenance during his service time.

His work history has been many varied jobs with Eastman Kodak in Rochester NY. And then returned to Wellsville to work as a bartender, Cameo Restaurant Food and Bar Manager.

At that time he married his wife of 54 years, Cheryl Gardner Andrews, on Christmas Eve 1969 at her parents home.

Continuing his education he enrolled at Alfred State College and majored in Business and Hotel/Motel Management, graduated and the attended Alfred Tech to receive a degree in Plumbing, Electrical and Heating.

Don worked in the plumbing business and owned a Roto Rooter franchise for a time. In 1978 Don, Cheryl and their son Andrew moved to St. Petersburg, FL and Don worked in Motel Management on St. Pete Beach. Several years later he worked for the USPS as a letter carrier in Tampa Florida for 25 years until retirement. He then moved back to Wellsville to be nearer to his family and help care for his sister Yvonne and her husband Gerald Merritt.

Don is survived by his wife Cheryl and son Andrew. All of Don’s immediate family are deceased including his father, mother, sister and special Aunt Carrie Burrows. He is predeceased by his mother and father in law Marie and Robert Gardner and brother-in-law Brian Gardner. Surviving also are siblings-in-law, Sandra LaCrone, Robert H. Gardner (Jacci); Mary Gardner Ruch (Jim); Stephen Gardner; Donald Gardner and many nieces, nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. John’s Episcopal Church October 21 at noon, Memorials if desired can be sent to Hearts for ALS P.O. Box 10593 Rochester NY 14610 or St. Johns Episcopal Church 12 East Genesee St. Wellsville NY 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com 

Raymond L. Mosher, 92, of 216 Main St., Richburg, NY died Monday (Oct. 17, 2022) at Jones Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness.

He was born Oct. 2, 1930, in Olean. He was the son of Lawrence and Jesse VanDyke Mosher and stepson of Betty Dean Mosher. He married Margaret F. “Peggy” Tower on Aug. 21, 1954, at St. Mary’s Church, Bolivar. Peggy preceded him in death July 4, 2015.

Ray was a graduate of Portville Central School. He attended Cornell University, St. Bonaventure University and University of Tulsa. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Tulsa.

He was employed by Halmor’s Services in Tulsa, Okla., for 13 years. In 1971, Ray was employed by Dresser Clark in Olean as systems senior design engineer.

In his weekend job, he attended Buzz Dunn’s school of woodcutting.

Ray was a veteran of the USAF, serving from 1951-1955 and serving in the Korean War. While in the Air Force he met his lifelong friend and best man, Nick Muratore, who influenced and mentored his Catholic faith.

Memberships include St. Mary’s Church, Bolivar; Secular Order of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel; Kenyon Andrus Post 772 American Legion, Bolivar; and VFW Post 2721, Cuba.

Dad was an engineer by trade but always dreamed of being a farmer after tending his grandfather’s farm on the Five Mile Road in Allegany. While his heart remained in farming his and his wife’s most treasured crop was their bountiful family.

Being a creature of habit, he would cut 80 cords of wood each year with his best friend Buzz, with each cutting day ending with a 4 o’clock meeting at the country club. On Saturday mornings, he and the unelected mayors of Bolivar (Buzz, Tom Dunn and Neil Dempsey) would gather over coffee to solve the problems of the world. Sunday mornings were for mass with his wife and his beloved family. In the early years with so many children three car trips were needed.

Dad loved Hudson Hornets, working outside, being punctual, hunting and fishing trips, limburger cheese and onion sandwiches and solving college calculus problems for relaxation.

He was a high school quarterback for the Portville Panthers. He never lost his passion for sports, whether watching college games, the Kentucky Derby or watching his children and grandchildren play. Dad developed deep roots and strong branches during his lifetime. From family meetings to cleaning parties, Dad instilled a strong work ethic in his children.

On Saturdays, his grandchildren fondly remember the trips to the dump that inevitably ended with candy. Some of his favorite sayings were “There are going to be some changes around here,” “Plan your work and work your plan” and although not given to colorful language he could be heard saying “I don’t give a rats a…”

Dad is joyously reunited with his high school sweetheart. He was loved by all, touched many lives and will live on in heaven and our hearts forever.

Surviving are 13 children, David Mosher of Bartlett, Tenn., Madonna (David) Pierce of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Gregory (Diana) Mosher of Channahon, Ill., Monica (Erv) Smith of Bolivar, John Mosher of White, Ga., William Mosher of Tulsa, Matthew Mosher of Richburg, Margaret (Bill) Cowles of Russellville, Alaska, Regina (Tim) Caterino of Plano, Texas, Grace (Cole) Dailey of Springhill, Fla., Bernard (Heather) Mosher of Lockport, Kathleen (Christopher) Jester of Skiatook, Okla. and Teresa (Erin) Mosher of Rochester; 28 grandchildren; and 38 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three brothers, Ronald (Barbara) Mosher of Warsaw, David Mosher of Grofton, Md. and Terry (Mary) Mosher of Bremerton, Wash.; and one sister, Ellen (Kim) Cradduck of Bradford.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Christine Mosher on June 19, 2015; daughter-in-law, Patty Wilder Mosher on Aug. 13, 2013; grandson, Gregory Mosher on Jan. 14, 2014; sister and brother-in-law, Minerva (Alvin) Dean; and sister-in-law, Mrs. Barbara (David) Mosher.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday (Oct. 21, 2022) at the Schaffner Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday (Oct. 22, 2022) at St. Mary’s Church Bolivar, with Father Robert Agbo officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bolivar.

Memorial may be made to St. Mary’s Church, 17 Maple Ave., Wellsville, NY 14895; or Mt. Irenaeus Franciscan Retreat , P.O. Box 100, West Clarksville, NY 14786 or mountainonline.org.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar.

loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother

Carol Wilson, 80, of 649 Sanford Hollow Road, Little Genesee, NY passed away Saturday (Oct. 15, 2022) at home, following a lengthy illness.

Carol was born Dec. 15, 1941, in Denver Colo. She was the daughter of Henry and Mollie Weimer Baker.

She married Louie J. Wilson on March 3, 1967, in Denver. Mr. Wilson Survives.

Carol was a graduate of Douglas Co. High School, Class of 1959.

Carol was employed as a waitress at the former Holiday Inn, Olean, and was also employed by Fibercel Co., Portville.

Surviving in addition to her husband are three daughters, Julie (Michael) Faulkner of Portville, Mollie (Brad Jarves) Bess of Horseheads and Coleen W. Laird of Arcade; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; one sister, Ruthie (Kenny) Wilson of Potsdam; one brother, Leroy (Carol) Baker of Littleton, Colo.; and several nieces and nephews.

At Carol’s request there will be no public services. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar.

Richard “Pete” W.  Keslar, 81, of Ridgway, PA died on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at his residence after a lengthy illness.

He was born On August 11, 1941, in Connellsville, Pa, the son of the late Stewart and Mary Umbele Keslar.

On May 2, 1964, in Poplar Run, he married Ruby Millie Harvey, who survives.

Pete was been a member of the community for many years and an avid member of the Church of Christ. Pete retired from the Alltel phone company after more than 40 years of service. For many years he also worked at Quart Services, Bennett Garage, and Muccio Bus Transportation. He took great pride in fixing antiques and working on his beautiful 1957 Chevy Bel Air. Pete was hard working and was always there to help with projects. He had a huge heart and special love for his family.

In addition to his wife of 58 years, he is survived by 3 children; Michael Keslar and his wife Maria of Oswego, IL, Michelle Kelly and her husband Paul of Bradford, and Terrance “T.J’ Keslar and his wife Danielle of Ridgway, 6 grandchildren; Mckenna, Chloe, Michael, Kohle, Taryn, and Mariana, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 8 brothers; Joseph, Harold, Robert, James, Thomas, Eugene, William, and Ken Keslar, and 2 sisters; Catherine and Mary Keslar.

A Funeral Service for Richard W. Keslar will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Rev. Ron Burkett officiating.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 21, 2022, from 5:00 PM to 7:00PM at Krise Funeral Home.

Military Honors will be conducted by Ridgway – Johnsonburg Burial Detail.

Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ridgway Animal Haven, 20 Rocky Top Rd, Ridgway, PA 15853, or The Ridgway VFW.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com