Richard Douglas Carney, Sr., 93, of 4749 Castle Garden Road, Friendship, NY
Richard D. Carney, Sr.: Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather
Richard Douglas Carney, Sr., 93, of 4749 Castle Garden Road, Friendship, NY, passed away peacefully at Jones Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. Richard, “Dick” to those that knew him, was born on July 10, 1931, in the caretaker’s house behind the Cuba Block Barn to John A. and Julia (Douglas) Carney. He was the youngest of 14 children, Mary, Lovina, Leona, Violet, Francis, John, Julia, Loretta, Alfred, Harold, Elizabeth “Pete”, Sarah, and Art. and now they are reunited in Heaven. He shared his birthday with his sister, Mary, born on July 10, 1905.
On November 12, 1971, in Richburg, NY, he married the former Carolyn Hodge, who survives.
Dick spent his childhood growing up in Cuba, Clarksville and Friendship. If you ever traveled Route 305 from Clarksville to Portville with him, you know where he went to school – the little school house where he walked barefoot to school, five miles uphill both ways in waist deep snow carrying his sibling’s books and a bear at his heels. Dick was a graduate of the “school of hard knocks” having traded classroom studies for employment.
Paul G. Hurler, 55 of Knoxville, PA
Paul G. Hurler, AKA “Bubbie or “Pete”, age 55 of Knoxville passed away at home on Friday, January 31, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Born July 27, 1969 in Wellsboro, PA he was the son of Gordon L. and Gloria J. (Davenport) Hurler. Pete graduated in 1988 from Cowanesque Valley High School. He worked for Robs Welding Shop in Coudersport, Watson’s Lumber Yard, Phil Wood’s Lumber, Cunningham Surveyors, David Ulmer Fire Protection and PennDOT. Paul enjoyed riding his bitch, dancing, camping, hanging our with all his great friends and riding on the hill with his ranger. He loved plowing snow in his big truck, music and hunting. He was a member of Gods Country Abate, Iron Reign Riders, Moose Riders, Knoxville Deerfield Fire Company, Elkland Moose and the Ulysses American Legion.
Deadline is Approaching to Register for All Three Weekends of 9th Annual Statewide February Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Thursday, February 6, is the last date to register for Rolfe Beagle Club’s 9th annual Statewide Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap. The hunt is scheduled for three weekends in February, 2/7-9; and 14-16; and 21-23. Your registration must be received or postmarked on Thursday, February 6, if you plan on hunting or trapping all three weekends.
Registration must be received or postmarked no later than Thursday, February 13, if you are going to participate in the second weekend only. Registration must be received or postmarked no later than Thursday, February 20, if you are going to participate in the third weekend only. All registrations must be received at the Rolfe Beagle Club, 1016 Long Level Road, Johnsonburg, PA 15845. Registration must include a phone number or an email. Questions may be addressed to wlhab9@gmail.com.
Weigh-in is at 4:00 p.m. every day. Categories include coyote, fox, and largest female coyote, or largest female fox. Additional information at the Facebook Page, Rolfe Beagle Club.
Lafayette And Bradford City Responded To A Car Vs. Tractor Trailer Crash
At 9:41 pm Station 21 along with MA1 Ambulance were dispatched to the area of Routes 59 and 219 for reported MVA – Car vs Tractor Trailer.
C21 with UT21 arrived on scene moments after dispatch to find both the car and tractor trailer off the road in the parking lot of Phat Gradys, down over the bank. 1 patient was transported to local hospital for evaluation.
Station 21 personnel remained on scene 2.5 hrs until vehicles were removed. Assisted on scene by Bradford City Ambulance, Donovans Towing, Portville Truck and Pennsylvania State Police.
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Senator Cris Dush And PA State Rep. Martin Causer Present Sarah Award To Dr. Jill Owens
Congratulations to Dr. Jill Owens, who was recently presented with the SARAH Award (Securing Achievable Results in Advancing Healthcare) from the Bradford Hospital Foundation. The SARAH Award was created in memory of Sarah Blaisdell Dorn, who contributed so much to our community.
It was an honor for Senator Cris Dush and me to present Dr. Owens with congratulatory citations from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Pennsylvania Senate. This is very well-deserved recognition for Dr. Owens who, through exemplary leadership and compassionate care, has saved many lives in our community. Congratulations and thank you, Dr. Owens!
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Marilyn (Johnston) McCracken, 84, of Vandalia, Ohio
Marilyn (Johnston) McCracken, 84, of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away Sunday, January 12th, 2025, at Kettering Hospital after a short illness.
She was born on March 11th, 1940, in Swarthmore, PA, daughter of the late Hugh Kirkpatrick and Ivy Gwen (Conner) Johnston. Marilyn and former spouse, Richard J. McCracken shared six children. Marilyn especially loved music and was an active pianist, vocalist and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, for many years.
Esther Kuzminski Warren, 80
Esther Kuzminski Warren, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love. She was born May 7, 1944, in Newport, NY, to Michael Joseph and Jeanette E. (Grabowski) Kuzminski.
Esther is survived by her husband, Bruce Warren; her son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Cyndi (Thompson) Warren; and sister-in-law Elsie Johnston; nine nieces: Valerie, Pamela, Gabrielle, Michelle, Lisa, Heather, Stacey, Robin, and Tracey; and five nephews: Bradley, Craig, Benjamin, Christopher, and Aaron.
She was predeceased by her parents; her uncle: Andrew Kuzminski; sisters: Wanda Gladwin and Martha LoCurto; father and mother-in-law: Ivan and Eunice Warren; and sisters-in-law Betty Gibson and Mary Jo Sherlock.
Galeton Weather Report for January 2025
January 2025 may be best described as Cold and dry. It was rather harsh in many ways. Temperatures were 7 to 9 degrees below average and rainfall was substantially below average and the same for snowfall. January, of course, is the coldest month of the year.
Morning readings ranged from a high of 35 degrees to a low reading of minus 8. Afternoons remained cold and some very windy days.
We had 30 days with 1′ or more snow on the ground. The average snow depth was 1.3″ with the greatest depth of 3″ on the 4th.
This year the total rainfall and melted snow was 0.71″ ( probably a record). Last year the total was 5.62″. Snowfall this year was 7.5″ and last year it was 21.1″.
This was just enough snow to allow cross country skiing and snowmobiling. Lyman Lake was frozen solid which allowed many fishermen to get out for ice fishing.
Pine Creek is mostly frozen and low. The days are getting longer and spring is just around the corner but keep the snow shovels ready.
Henry W. LushNational Weather Service Observer
Oswayo Valley Jr./Sr. High School 2nd Quarter Honor Roll
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA. Mr. Erich Zaun, Principal, has announced the following students, grades six through twelve, have been named to the Honor Roll for the second nine-week grading period at the Oswayo Valley Jr./Sr. High School. Students named to the High Honor Roll have maintained an average of 93% or above, while those on the Honor Roll have averaged 87% or above.
Christine Ann (Double) Michalski, 91
Christine Ann (Double) Michalski, 91, passed away in her sleep on Sunday, January 26, 2025, in Stratford CT.
Christine (she preferred “Chris”) was born in Bradford on December 13, 1933, to Arline F. Double and Leonard P. (Jim) Double.
Chris was joined by three siblings, Carol, who survives, and her two brothers, Tommy and Michael who passed away in 1944 and 1945, respectively.
Maureen G. “Moe” Amacher, 57, of Ridgway
Maureen G. “Moe” Amacher, 57, of Ridgway, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
She was born on May 9, 1967, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Tom Musisko.
On February 14, 1990, she married Michael Amacher. Together they shared nearly 35 years of love and marriage.
Maureen was raised in the Pittsburgh area before moving back to Ridgway, and attended Ridgway schools. She was employed by TriCounty Urology for many years until the retirement of Dr. Rudick.
Raftis Returning to CRCF Board of Directors, Brand Named President
Five members re-elected
Olean, N.Y., January 31 – The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation board of directors recently elected Theresa Raftis to its board for a three-year term and named its slate of Foundation officer for 2024.
Raftis, a retail services officer at Community Bank, last served on the CRCF board in 2023.
CRCF board members are allowed to serve three consecutive three-year terms so long as they are re-elected after each term. After three consecutive terms, board members are required to take one year off, said Kirk Windus, CRCF executive director.
Committee of the Whole Meeting February 12th
There will be a special Committee of the Whole meeting immediately following our Legislative Board meeting on Wednesday, February 12. The estimated start time is 3 p.m. It is my understanding that the entire meeting will be held in executive session to discuss the proposed acquisition or lease of real property.
Potter County Farmers Market
The Farmers Market will be the first Saturday of each month until May, held in the Riley Gallery, next to the Crittenden, on Saturdays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm (NEW HOURS). The next market will be this Saturday, February 1st. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICES:
* STARTING JANUARY 4TH, NEW WINTER MARKET HOURS ARE 11AM TO 2PM.
* Beginning in January the winter Farmers Market will be the first Saturday of each month until May. The Saturday dates are January 4, February 1, March 1, and April 5. In May, the market will again be on the square
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
* If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-598-0649 netrabaker2@gmail.com]
