February will be busy for Pennsylvania College of Technology athletics as the regular basketball and wrestling seasons end and men’s lacrosse and baseball seasons begin.
Wrestling
On Saturday, the Wildcats improved to 7-1 in dual matches with a 56-0 romp of Keystone College.
Penn College won all 10 bouts, six of them contested, getting falls from Noah Hunt of Muncy at 141 pounds, Anton Esterbrook of Wyomissing at 157, Zach Miller of Lock Haven at 174, and Nicholai Brotzman of Marietta at 285. Isaac Cory of Montoursville picked up a technical fall at 184, and Nicholas Woodruff of Woodbury added a decision at 197.
On Sunday in the Rennie Rodarmel Allstate Invitational at Lycoming College, Penn College had an outstanding showing, with 11 wrestlers reaching the podium and three of them claiming individual championships.
John James Bechakas, 88, of 322 Dawson St., died Tuesday (Jan. 28) in Clearwater Beach, FL. He was born October 21, 1936 in Kane, son of the late James T. and Aglaia Tzivelis Bechakas. On May 31, 1964 in Siatista, Greece he married the former Toula Sfendonis, who survives.
He graduated from Kane High School in 1955 and Grove City College in 1959. He served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1962 stationed in Munich, Germany.
After working several years as an accountant the deceased in 1967 formed a partnership with his brother Terry in the family business. After his brother’s retirement in 1989 John, along with his wife and four sons, continued, expanded and renovated the 1914 family business – Texas Hot Lunch / 4-Sons. He also was instrumental in starting Kane Beer in 1997.
Saturday, February 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the Chili and Chowder With A Chance For Chocolate Taste-Off there will be 15 different types of chili or chowder to taste at 15 sites in downtown Wellsboro and an opportunity to win a fun and unique basket of chocolate at each of those 15 locations.
In addition, taste-off passport holders are welcome to stop in at Century 21 Gold Star Real Estate to spin the wheel for a surprise.
UPDATE: Work on this soil remediation project has been rescheduled for Monday, February 3, 2025.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of a lane restriction next week on Broadway Road (Route 254) in the eastbound lane in Turbot Township, Northumberland County, for a soil remediation due to a previous crash.
On Monday, Feburary 3, 2025, the contractor, Bressler’s Environmental Service, will be performing soil remediation along Broadway Road at the Interstate 80 overpass. Motorists can expect the eastbound right (travel) lane and shoulder to be restricted. Motorists will be diverted to the left (turn) lane. Work will be performed between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect slow moving or stopped traffic, and drive with caution through the work zone.
Gertrude Hawk Candy Bar Sale: The library is selling Gertrude Hawk candy bars in various flavors. Stop at the library or Sprout’s Drug Store and get some today!
Little Caesars Fundraiser: The library will have another Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraiser from Tuesday, January 14th – Thursday, February 13th just in time for the
Superbowl! Place orders online and have the kits delivered right to your door, or order a meal kit and pick it up at a local Little Caesars! Watch our website and Facebook page for more information at the start of the fundraiser.
PennDOT Reduces Speed Limit on Interstates 80 and 180 in Northcentral Pennsylvania
Montoursville, PA – Due to the severity of the winter storm, PennDOT is temporarily reducing the speed limit on a portion of Interstates 80 and 180 in northcentral Pennsylvania.
PennDOT is urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel but those who must head out will see speeds reduced to 45 mph on the following highways:
· Interstate 80 between mile marker 194 (Clinton / Union County line) and mile marker 247 (Columbia / Luzerne County line).
· Interstate 180 – entire length.
On roadways with speed restrictions, commercial vehicles not affected by restrictions on these or other roadways must move to the right lane.
Although PennDOT crews have been treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow. PennDOT will continue to treat roadways throughout the storm until precipitation stops and roads are clear.
Clarence R. Frederick, 85, of Pleasant Township, Warren, PA., died peacefully Friday morning, January 31, 2025, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, after an extended illness.
Clarence was born September 2, 1939, in Warren, PA. He was the son of RD and Buelah Geraldine Smith Frederick. He was a lifelong Warren area resident. Clarence was a 1957 graduate of Warren High School. He was employed with the former Rexnord, Inc., retiring from there after many years employment.
Donald E. Moore, 66, of Warren, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 30 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh with his loving family by his bedside. Don was born March 1, 1958, to Donna and Eugene Moore of Clarendon who survive him. He was a 1976 graduate of Warren Area High School and a 1978 graduate of Pitt Bradford.
HEADLINE: Winter Weather Advisory issued February 2 at 1:21PM EST until February 3 at 6:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Light freezing rain and snow expected this afternoon. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches and ice accumulation around a few hundredths of an inch. Light freezing drizzle tonight.
Sylvia J. Wurst, 76, of Russell, PA, died suddenly on Saturday February 1, 2025, in her home. A complete obituary will be published when it’s available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc.
Fidelis M. “Dell” Hupfer, 87, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 128 Averyville Road, St. Marys, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Pinecrest Manor. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
National Weather Service State College PA 158 PM EST Sun Feb 2 2025 …WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY…
* WHAT…A 2 to 5 hour period of snow late this afternoon and evening across the region near and north of Interstate 80, with lighter mixed precipitation over the Laurel Highlands. Then, lingering light freezing rain or freezing drizzle from late this evening through the overnight hours. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches across the Northern Mountains, with around one inch near and just to the south of the Interstate 80 corridor. Ice accumulations less than one tenth of an inch.
Veryl A. Yetzer Billick, 92, of Ridgway, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Penn Highlands Brookville, following a lengthy illness.
She was born on December 7, 1932, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Joseph and Kathryn Wilson Papa.
Veryl was a graduate of Ridgway High School and a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. She worked many years at Quality Components, then worked at the Prothonotary office in the Elk County Courthouse.
Veryl dedicated her life to her family, finding immense joy in the company of her beloved grandchildren. She took great pride in babysitting them, nurturing their spirits and fostering their dreams, all while creating a tapestry of cherished memories that will live on in their hearts.
Veryl is survived by her husband of 26 years, Robert Billick, 3 children: Thomas Yetzer and his wife Joanie of Ithaca, NY, Doug Yetzer and his wife Mary Jo of Ridgway, and Jill Brennen of St. Marys, 4 grandchildren: Lauren (Marc), Andrew (Jeff), Ryan (Morgan), and Dana (Zachary), and 4 greatgrandchildren: Sophia, Max, Henry, and Marcus. She is also survived by a sister, Helen Streich of TX, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 sisters: Shirley Anderson, Joyce Amacher, and Janice Casolo, and a brother, Joseph Papa.
Funeral Service for Veryl A. Yetzer Billick will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 19 S. Broad Street, Ridgway, PA, 15853, with Pastor Matthew Williams officiating.
Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA, from 9:30 until 10:30.
Memorial Contribution may be made to donor’s choice.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Veryl A. Yetzer Billick, please visit our flower store.
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your special someone or Galentine’s with your friends? Why not enjoy an evening of good food, great music, and some fun at Love in the Library, happening on Thursday, February 13th at the Togis Blue Room in Bradford, PA?
This special event offers the perfect blend of a delicious buffet-style dinner, catered by Togis, followed by local talent performing a selection of timeless love songs. It’s an experience not to be missed! Performing artists include: Lisa Auteri, Barbara Pedersen, Bailey Fedak, Jeremy Fuller, Andrew Truman, Gretchen Henneman, Lori Johnson, Jonathan Young, Daniel Nordin, along with Fred and Rebecca Feightner.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce hosting the annual Lit & Lucky reverse raffle March 8. Last year was the inaugural fundraiser for the chamber. The chamber committee is expanding on the successful event that raises funds for the popular events like the fireworks during Weekend in the Wilds, and Santa’s reindeer in December.
OLEAN, N.Y., January 30 – HomeCare & Hospice recently established an agency fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation to support the mission, programming and operations of HomeCare & Hospice and ensure the continuation and enhancement of compassionate care services across Allegany, Cattaraugus, Genesee and Wyoming counties.
HomeCare & Hospice, a trusted provider in the area since 1971, offers a wide range of care services focused on improving quality of life for patients and their families.
Belmont, NY – Allegany County is aware that President Trump issued a Memorandum yesterday titled “Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs.”
Although Allegany County is a recipient of both direct and indirect Federal funding, this Memorandum does not pose an immediate threat to the level of services that Allegany County provides. All Allegany County business will continue as usual at this time.
Mass of Christian Burial for Thomas Peterson will be held at 11:00 am on Friday February 7, 2025, in St. Joseph R.C. Church 600 Pennsylvania Ave W., Warren, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 am in the Church. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Cemetery, Kane, PA. Please visit www.lewisfuneralhomeinc..com to view a full obituary.
