Susan Peterson Cooper, 63, of Warren, PA., died at her residence, Sunday afternoon, November 16, 2025, after an extended illness. She is the wife of Robert “Bob” J. Cooper. A private celebration of her life will be held at the convenience of the family. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
The Northern Potter School District is seeking day-to-day substitute teachers. Pay rate is $17.25/hour. PA Teaching Certificate required. Persons holding a Bachelor’s Degree may qualify for an emergency teaching certificate. For additional information on PDE’s substitute teacher requirements, please visit the following page:
Day-to-day substitutes are also needed for teachers’ aides, janitors, and cafeteria workers. Teacher’s aide pay rate is $9.50/hour and janitor/cafeteria worker pay rate is $10/hour.
Please note that substitutes are called in on an as-needed basis.
To apply for a substitute position, please stop by the administrative office for an employment packet at 745 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948. Any questions can be answered by calling 814-848-7506.
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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Helen Virginia Caffo Carlson, who left us peacefully on November 14, 2025 at the age of 83. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, she lived a full life of love, kindness and dedication to her family and community.
Born on December 5, 1941, in Port Allegany, PA, “Ginny” was the eldest child of Albert “Bert” and Ruth Caffo. The eldest of three children, Ginny attended Port Allegany High School where she was a class officer and clarinet player. She continued her education at The Pennsylvania State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Home Economics in 1963. Her years at Penn State were filled with cheering at football games, swimming with the “Naiads” synchronized swimming club and sharing adventures with her dear roommate, Sandy Stake.
Samuel George Deeter, 79, passed peacefully, on November 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on September 24, 1946, in Meadville, he was the son of Martin George Deeter and Ethel Elizabeth (Rhoades) Deeter.
In October 1985, he married Sherlyn “Sherry” (Sayers) Deeter and resided in Bradford, for many years. Sam’s kindness, humor, courage, and unwavering commitment to the Lord and his family touched everyone he encountered.
James A. “Jim” MILLS, 83, of Westfield, PA, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025 at his farm doing what he loved, outside on his tractor with his faithful dog, Ladd, by his side. Born October 10, 1942, in Westfield, he was the son of Adrian M. and Elsie Mae Simmons Mills. Jim grew up in Mills, PA, where he worked on the family farm and raised a lot of cane. A 1960 graduate of Northern Potter High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1960 – 1964.
Merlin A. BELTON, 89, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Hamburg, died Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born October 24, 1936, in Hamburg, he was the son of James and Carrie Ketner Belton. On October 27, 1956, in West Hamburg, he married Shirley A. Shollenberger, who predeceased him on March 22, 2022. He owned and operated a Mort’s Floor Cleaning Service.
Frances I. STOREY, 94, of Coudersport, PA, died Saturday, November 15, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Daniel F. GLASSMIRE, V, 73, of Coudersport, PA, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025 in his home.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the City of Bradford Police have filed additional charges against the former school bus driver previously charged.
Sean WILLIAMS, currently incarcerated after being unable to post $500,000 bail, has been charged with additional counts of Sexual Abuse of Children (Child Pornography), Corruption of Minors, Unlawful Contact with a Minor and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Officer Anthony Lama and Chief Michael Ward are handling the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to call 911 to be connected to an Officer. Anyone who suspects child abuse is asked to call Childline at 1-800-932-0313.
Last week in review: The cross-country teams closed out their season, the women’s basketball team won two games and at 4-0 continued its best start since the 1998-99 team started a program-best 6-0, the wrestling team had one individual champion at an invitational, and a dozen Wildcats received United East Conference postseason recognition, including 10 in soccer with two Rookie of the Year honorees.
CROSS-COUNTRY
Last week’s hometown highlights: Competing in the NCAA Division III Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship at Big Spring High School on Saturday:
For the men in an 8K race, Holden Furey, of Williamsport, placed 150th among 218 with a time of 29:57 to lead the Wildcats. Also, Chase Ebeling, of Bellefonte, was 159th in 30:16, Mitchell Campbell, of Riegelsville, was 165th in 30:32, Jacob Parker, of Weatherly, was 176th in 31:12, Ben Heym, of West Chester, was 186th in 31:51, Ethan Knapp, of Franklin, was 188th in 31:55 and Aaron Guerrisky, of South Williamsport, was 189th in 31:58.
“The US Constitution is one of the most referenced documents when discussing our country. Yet, there are many misunderstandings about the document which is the blueprint of the operation of our government.
In order to shed light on the Constitution, the League of Women Voters of Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties will present “We The People” on Thursday, November 20,2025.
Lea A. Ehrensberger, 85, of Bucktail Road, St. Marys, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025 with her loving family by her side following a lengthy illness.
She was born on March 3, 1940 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Bernard and Edna Leithner Salter.
On October 1, 1960, she married the late David W. Ehrensberger, who preceded her in death on December 20, 2020. Together they were blessed with more than 60 years of marriage.
Memorial services for Kevin Y. Fuller will be held on Saturday November 22, 2025, from 1to 4 pm in the Veterans Memorial Home (VFW) 4743 Rt. 155, Port Allegany, PA. Burial will be in Grimes Cemetery
Military honors will be accorded by the Port Allegany Honor Guard
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, PA.
The 2026 Budget Proposal for West Branch Township, Potter County, Pennsylvania has been prepared and will be available for inspection by appointment only. The budget will be adopted at the regular meeting of the Township Board of Supervisors which will be held on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 6:00pm at the township municipal office located at 533 Germania Road, Galeton, PA 16922. Please contact the Secretary at 814-435-7898 to schedule an appointment. Requests can also be submitted via email at westbranchtwp@gmail.com or by visiting our website at www.westbranchtwp.com.
Helen Virginia “Ginny” CARLSON, nee Caffo, 83, of Turtlepoint, PA, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 14, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 22, 2025 in Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 205 E Arnold Avenue, Port Allegany, PA. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Wind Advisory issued November 16 at 2:01AM EST until November 17 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT…Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph.
* WHERE…Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego,
Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, and Allegany Counties.
* WHEN…Until 1 AM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few isolated power outages may
result.
INSTRUCTIONS: Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Wind Advisory issued November 16 at 1:56AM EST until November 17 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
* WHAT…West to northwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 50
mph expected.
* WHERE…Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…Until 1 AM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
INSTRUCTIONS: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Kane man has been sentenced to State Prison for assaulting an elderly female relative. Richard FETZECK, of Kane, was charged by Kane Borough Police Officer John Hartman with Simple Assault following an investigation into an assault against a 70-year-old female relative of FETZECK which resulted in injuries to the woman.
At a sentencing hearing at the McKean County Courthouse on November 13th, the Judge, finding that the circumstances of the crime and the offender’s history justify a sentence in the “aggravated range,” imposed a sentence of at least 6 months to 24 months in State prison. District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer notes that an “aggravated sentence” is a sentence, the minimum of which, is more than the minimum range established in the sentencing guidelines.
She notes that a judge is permitted to impose a sentence higher than the standard guideline range established in the sentencing guidelines if the judge places a recognized reason for the deviation on the record. FETZECK is not eligible for any early parole. FETZECK is also required to pay restitution to the victim and is prohibited from possessing firearms because the crime is a crime of domestic violence.
Wind Advisory issued November 15 at 6:42PM EST until November 17 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Northwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
* WHERE…Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…From 10 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The highest winds are expected Sunday
afternoon and evening, especially over the exposed hilltop
locations.
INSTRUCTIONS: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that design team personnel will start field surveys and data collection along the Recommended Preferred Alternative of the State College Area Connector Project starting the week of November 17. The information collected will be used to develop a geotechnical drilling program to identify subsurface ground conditions for the design and permitting processes.
Dolores M. “Dolly” Buerk, 87, formerly of S. Michael Road, St. Marys, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy illness.
She was born on September 30, 1938 in Rosemantown (Near Sykesville), PA, a daughter of the late Benjamin and Angelina Assalone Angeletti.
Enrichment students from IU9 middle and high schools visited the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford on Friday to preview the Penn-York Undergraduate Research Association Conference. During their visit, students viewed research posters, attended undergraduate presentations by Pitt-Bradford students, and took part in activities that included an art walk with Courtney Mealy, a fossil walk with Dr. Adina Frantescu, and demonstrations by Dr. Ryan Meyers (chemistry), Dr. Robin Choo (forensic science), and Jeremy Callinan (virtual reality) . The conference will be held Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building. The public is invited to attend. (Photos by Andy Zeng)
