Bernard F. West, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA
Bernard F. West, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
He was born on May 14, 1937 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Myron and Genoa (Thomas) West and was married to the late Myrna F. (Rowin) West.
Bernard served in the US Air Force, was retired from Corning Glass Works, Wellsboro, PA and had also worked as an independent contractor. He and was a member of the Morris Rod and Gun Club, an avid fly tyer and fisherman, enjoyed hunting, gardening and traveling.
The National Weather Service in State College PA has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning
The National Weather Service in State College PA has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for…
Northeastern McKean County in north central Pennsylvania…
Northwestern Potter County in north central Pennsylvania…
* Until 530 PM EDT.
* At 451 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Bradford,
moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include…
Ceres, University Of Pittsburgh – Bradford, Shinglehouse, Eldred,
Bradford, and Rew.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Stay inside a well built structure and keep away from windows.
Matthew L. Newell, 42, a resident of Elco Glen
Matthew L. Newell, 42, a resident of Elco Glen, passed away following a battle with neurological Lyme disease over several years, Thursday, April 24, 2025 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.
He was born July 16, 1982, in St. Marys, son of Lawrence and Lorelei Geer Newell, who survive. He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 2003, and was employed at Jet Metals.
DRUG TASK FORCE CHARGES REW MAN
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Rew man has been charged with drug crimes. Robert WALLIN, of Rew, was charged by McKean County Drug Task Force Detective Michael Ward with Possession with Intent to Deliver (22.34 grams cocaine)-Felony; Possession; and Paraphernalia. WALLIN was charged after the McKean County Drug Task Force received information from a Detective with the Drug Task in Potter County which led to a search warrant.
WALLIN is charged with possession with the intent to deliver cocaine along with a large amount of drug paraphernalia including powder commonly used as a cutting agent with cocaine, a digital scale, sandwich baggies commonly used for packaging cocaine and other items. The Detectives noted that numerous firearms were located in close proximity to the cocaine. WALLIN was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Richard Luther who set bail at $100,000. WALLIN was remanded to the Potter County Jail where he has been held on prior drug crimes charged in Potter County. WALLIN is scheduled for central court in McKean County next Thursday. If you suspect illegal drug activity, contact the McKean County Detectives at the District Attorney’s Office (814) 887-3312 or leave tips at McKeanDA.org.
Bradford City Police Seeking Information For Suspects Whereabouts
Wanted Fugitive: Brandon James McKinney Sr. DUI and Evading Arrest
The City of Bradford Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Brandon James McKinney Sr., a wanted fugitive who is intentionally evading arrest. McKinney is currently wanted on two active arrest warrants issued by Magistrate Luther’s Office. In the first case, McKinney is wanted for Felony DUI, as he is a multiple-time offender. The second warrant is for Felony Flight to Avoid Apprehension, as he has been intentionally hiding and concealing himself from arrest. Both warrants are extraditable from anywhere in Pennsylvania and outside of the state.
The City of Bradford Police Department is urging anyone with information on McKinney’s whereabouts to come forward and contact them at 814-887-4911. We appreciate the public’s help to bring McKinney to justice and ensure the safety of our community. If you have any information, no matter how small, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Remember, all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance in this matter.
Kardinal Estate & Tag-Sale Company 3 Day Sale In Kane
3 Day Estate Sale!
May 2 to 4, Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, and Sunday 9am to 1pm
519 N. Elk Ave. Kane, PA (From Route 6 turn into Poplar St. and follow to right onto Elk Ave.)
Live edge furniture, freezer, beds, dressers, couch, recliner, power tools, hand-tools, clothes, collectibles , Simplicity lawn mower, woodworking tools, pressure washer, hunting items, fishing items, boat w/ trailer and motor, hutch, cast iron, TVs, canoe, kitchen items, and much more.
Do not block driveways or park on lawns.
