At 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28, Stage Fright will be joined by nine guest musicians to recreate The Last Waltz, the famous farewell concert given by the Canadian-American roots rock group The Band on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, 1976, 49 years ago.
This BYOB concert will be in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
This Friday, November 14th, Disciple of the Garden to perform the Grunge And Rock Songs of Chris Cornell, Soundgarden and Audioslave.
At 7:30 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 14 in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro, the five-member tribute band Disciple of The Garden will perform the 1990s grunge, hard rock hits, and select deep cuts made famous by Christopher John Boyle, better known by his stage name Chris Cornell, and two of the bands he founded and fronted, Soundgarden in 1984 and Audioslave in 2001.
With his unparalleled voice, poignant lyrics, and groundbreaking contributions to rock music, Cornell is a lasting legend. Last Saturday, Nov. 8, Soundgarden was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles with the induction honoring both the band and its late frontman, Chris Cornell who passed away eight and a half years ago on May 18, 2017 at the age of 52.
COUDERSPORT, Pa., Nov. 12, 2025 – UPMC Cole with the support of community partners, coordinated a free veteran’s recognition meal distribution on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in Coudersport.
“Food insecurity is a real challenge in rural communities like ours,” said Kari Kurtz, director, Community Relations, UPMC in North Central Pa. “Hosting this veterans meal distribution is part of our ongoing commitment to support health and wellness beyond clinical care. Our veterans deserve more than a single event on Veterans Day; they deserve consistent care and gratitude. This is just one way we can say thank you and ensure they have what they need.”
Timothy J. “Timmy” Hetrick, 19, beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Indiana, PA.
He was born on December 28, 2005 in St. Marys, PA, a son of James C. and Stephanie A. Hetrick, who survive of St. Marys.
Timmy was a 2024 graduate of Elk County Catholic High School and was looking forward to becoming an apprentice and working alongside his dad at Dave Kronenwetter Electric. Timmy was just beginning to carve his own path and was known for his sweet disposition, sensitivity, and an unwavering ability to think of others first. He worked at Wildwoods Bar and Grill throughout high school, a job he enjoyed and made many friends. With much hard work and dedication, Timmy proudly received his Eagle Scout award.
Andrew Lee Deming, 89 of Blossburg passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on November 11, 2025. He was born in Coudersport on 11/24/1935 to Elizabeth Hewitt Campbell and Howard Deming. Andy grew up in Tioga, being mainly raised by his paternal grandparents along with his brother John. He had the best childhood memories from fishing at their camp in Letonia to driving across country to Arizona. Andy and John were adventurous boys and quite a handful but Gramma Kate and Grampa Ernie Deming were up for the challenge.
Andy had a God-given artistic talent as well as being a contractor, building all his family’s homes and many for others as well.
Upon graduating from Williamson High School he joined the Air Force where he worked as Military Police, stationed in (RAF) West Drayton, England.
After proudly serving his country he moved to Tucson, AZ and joined the police force. Eventually, he moved back home to Blossburg where he worked as the Chief of Police. He was later employed as a superintendent for Mele Construction out of Dunmore, Pa.
Olean- Erik W. “Sweet Pea” Hagan
Erik W. Hagan of Barry Street, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025 at his home.
Erik was born February 15, 1986 in West Palm Beach, FL and was the son of Marion Barth.
Erik was a 2004 graduate of Hinsdale Centra School. He worked a number of jobs including as a carpenter and a roofer.
Erik enjoyed reading especially Stephen King books and was passionate about growing cannabis. But most of all he loved his daughter very much and spending time with her.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Bradford man has been sentenced to state prison for theft of a vehicle from a Bradford woman. Christopher SALONIS previously pled guilty to Theft by Unlawful Taking (vehicle) -Felony of the third degree. 2nd Deputy District Attorney Sarah Dufresne advised that court that, in June 2024, SALONIS fled from police in Tennessee who attempted to stop SALONIS in the stolen vehicle.
As he was trying to flee, SALONIS crashed, totaling the vehicle. SALONIS was then apprehended and taken into custody. SALONIS was extradited back to Pennsylvania. During a sentencing hearing at the courthouse today, a Judge sentenced SALONIS to at least 6 months to not more than 24 months in a state correctional facility to be served consecutive to another sentence he is serving at a state prison. SALONIS is not eligible for early parole.
A pair of University of Pittsburgh at Bradford students spent their summer hiking the rivers and streams of McKean County — but it was more than recreation.
Madhav Ellini and Megan Lichner were working with Dr. Femi Oloye, assistant professor of chemistry, on a research project to measure metals in local waterways.
With summer dedicated to collecting samples, the students are now spending the fall testing their findings in the lab under Oloye’s guidance. Ellini, a pre-medicine student from Bradford, is also drafting a report for the Center for Rural Pennsylvania, which awarded Oloye a $5,000 mini grant to fund the project. That support, along with funding from Pitt-Bradford’s Student Undergraduate Research Program, allowed both students to focus on research instead of taking other summer jobs.
Ross R. Hawn, Jr., 67, of Mansfield, passed away Tuesday November 11, 2025 at home.
He was born September 7, 1958, in Trenton, NJ to Ross R. and Margaret (Nay) Hawn. He earned his associate’s degree, and built a 46 year career working maintenance at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. On November 5, 1988, he married Mary Kay Danneker with whom he shared 37 years of marriage.
Diane M. Guthrie, 69, of 20 Main Street, Lewis Run, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, after a brief stay at Bradford Manor.
Diane was born January 19, 1956, in Bradford, she was the only daughter of the late Robert K. and Lucille U. (Franco) Torrey.
Diane was a 1973 graduate of Bradford High School.
Diane had been employed at KOA Speer for 47 years.
Richard Lee “Rick” Graves, 56, of Bradford, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at his residence.
Rick was born in Bradford, on January 26, 1969, he was a son of Candice (Witchen) Graves, of Olean NY and the late Richard Taylor.
He was a 1987 graduate of Bradford High School.
For many years he worked in the local oil fields, and for the past 15 years he was employed in the maintenance department at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Patricia Edith (Shelley) Mayer, age 91, died Nov 9, 2025 at the home of her daughter in Canadohta Lake, PA.
A daughter of Ida Leet Shelley and Arthur Shelley. She was a lifetime resident of Pierce Brook and graduated from Smethport Area High School.
A very active person in the community, she was a charter member of the Smethport Ambulance Service, served on the board of directors as secretary, was an ambulance driver, EMT and EMT instructor. She was a disaster liaison for American Red Cross, serving in Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. She manned the EMS first booth at McKean county fair for 20+ years.
Judith R. Enis, 82, of Smethport, passed away Tuesday (November 11, 2025) at her home in Smethport.
She was born November 20, 1942 in San Diego, CA, the daughter of Joseph Hammond and Lois Elizabeth (Carter) James. On October 18, 1980, in Westline, PA, she married Edward W. Enis, who died April 19, 2006.
We are pleased to announce that the Seneca Highlands CTC Engineering student of the week is Julie Smith. Julie is a senior at Port Allegany Area High School, where she participates in track and field.
At the CTC she is a member of the National Technical Honor Society. She consistently completes all of her work while displaying quiet leadership in the engineering shop. Julie also works part-time at Lakeview Rehabilitation Center.
After graduation, she plans to continue her education at Youngstown State University in the Pre-Med program to become an orthodontist.—
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn.” Benjamin Franklin
Allegany Dems’ Holiday Silent Auction Fundraiser:
Bid Online through Nov. 24th
Belmont, NY — Dozens of items are up for auction, and you can bid from the comfort and convenience of your home or phone. Lucky winners will have their items in time for Thanksgiving.
Visit http://alleganydemocrats.betterworld.org/auctions/fall-2025-online-auction to bid on jewelry, clothing, memorabilia, gift certificates, pottery and art, lottery tickets, hand crafted items, experiences, food items, books, wine, and more.
Shop privately and securely from your phone or laptop. The auction software retains your information until bidding ends and the winner’s card is charged, and then all data is wiped from the server. What could be simpler!
Contact info@acdcny.org for more information.
Do you know anyone who can walk through a yard sale or flea market, pick up what others see as junk, and turn it into something valuable? I know I have. I’ve been with family members who enjoy reselling other people’s junk, and I’ve watched them pick up something and resell it for much more than they paid. It’s not that I don’t notice it; I just see it differently. I call it getting past the stink.
I don’t care whether it’s people or things; we often pass by without noticing their value. With people, it’s their appearance or age that catches our eye. It’s about the context in which we see them. How we interpret their situation will influence how we respond. Sometimes, we struggle to look past their smell. But we must remember that one person’s smell might be another person’s treasure, and just because we don’t notice it doesn’t mean it’s not there.
Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) issued the following statement after voting “yes” to a series of bills making up the 2025-26 state budget package.
“When it comes to the state budget, it’s about much more than just numbers. It represents the state’s prioirities for the year ahead and beyond.
“This year’s budget finally removes roadblocks and puts policies in place that will allow our energy industry to reach its full potential. Pennsylvania has always been an energy powerhouse, but we’ve missed out on thousands of jobs and billions in economic growth in recent years because of slow permitting and the threat of higher costs associated with the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). This budget agreement sets new standards for permitting and permanently removes the state from RGGI.
On the morning of October 30, 2025, officers responded to an incident at the Bradford Regional Medical Center involving a male subject later identified as Jeffery S. Stack, of Bradford. Upon contact, Stack became combative and actively resisted officers’ attempts to take him into custody.
After a brief struggle, Stack was safely secured and transported to the City of Bradford Police Department for processing. During transport and while in custody, Stack caused damage to a patrol vehicle and continued to act aggressively toward officers, making verbal threats of harm upon his eventual release.
Additionally, Stack assaulted two officers during the course of this incident. Stack was subsequently arraigned before District Magistrate Richard Luther, who set bail at $250,000 straight. Unable to post bail, Stack was remanded to the McKean County Jail.
On November 9, 2025, at approximately 0951 hours, City of Bradford Police responded to a disturbance call at 27 Charlotte Avenue. Upon arrival, officers heard screams for help and witnessed a female, later identified as Breanna L. Wood, crawling out of an upstairs window on the roof.
Upon entering the residence, officers found an adult male victim who had been stabbed twice by Wood just moments prior. The victim was injured and bleeding. Officers immediately apprehended Wood and took her into custody for the alleged offense. The investigation revealed that Wood used a metal tool to stab the victim. The victim reported being in fear for his life, believing he would be killed by Wood’s actions.
Wood was transported to the City of Bradford Police Department and subsequently arraigned by Magistrate Luther. She was remanded to McKean County Jail on $50,000 cash bail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
