HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST MONDAY
Potter-Cameron-Northern Clinton-Clearfield-Northern Centre-Tioga- Northern Lycoming-Sullivan- Including the cities of Coudersport, Trout Run, Emporium, DuBois,
Philipsburg, Mansfield, Laporte, Clearfield, Renovo, and Wellsboro 10:08 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025
* WHAT...West winds increasing to 20 to 30 mph during the mid to late afternoon hours with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Cameron, Clearfield, Northern Centre, Northern Clinton, Northern Lycoming, Potter, Sullivan, and Tioga Counties.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways
and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 16 at 8:25AM EST until February 16 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Freezing rain. Additional ice accumulations around one
tenth of an inch.
* WHERE…Broome, Chemung, Cortland, Schuyler, Seneca, Southern
Cayuga, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, and Yates Counties.
* WHEN…Until 11 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS…Difficult travel conditions are possible.
INSTRUCTIONS: Slow down and use caution while traveling. Prepare for possible
power outages.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be
obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY
Great winter sports season continues for Penn College
With a wrestling conference championship in the bag and playoffs looming for the basketball teams, the winter sports season has been great for Pennsylvania College of Technology athletics.
The men’s basketball team, seeded 12th in the United East Conference, will travel to fifth-seeded St. Mary’s (Md.) College on Wednesday, while the women’s squad, seeded fourth, on Saturday will host the winner of Wednesday’s first-round game between No. 5 Bryn Athyn and No. 12 Cedar Crest.
Wrestling
The Wildcats gave crosstown rival Lycoming College all it could handle on Thursday night in a 20-20 standoff that host Lycoming won 21-20 on criteria as it captured six of the 10 bouts.
Posting wins for Penn College were Kaden Ware of Brooklyn, Connecticut, at 133, Noah Hunt of Muncy at 141, Carter Davis of York at 165, and Nicholas Woodruff of Wyalusing at 197.
Richard W. “Dick” Russell, Sr., 88, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA
Richard W. Russell, Sr.
Richard W. “Dick” Russell, Sr., 88, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away unexpectedly in his home with his loving wife by his side on Saturday, February 15, 2025.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
First Presbyterian Church of Coudersport Services Cancelled For February 16th
The First Presbyterian Church of Coudersport will not have worship services or their planned Annual Congregational Meeting this Sunday, February 16. The decision was made because both pastors are sick and the weather predictions could put anyone traveling to church at risk. May God keep you all safe.
James Richard “Dick” Miller Jr., 80, of Bradford, PA.
James Richard “Dick” Miller Jr., 80, of Bradford, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025.
Dick was born in Clearfield, on July 12, 1944, the son of James Richard and Lucille Miller, and was a graduate of Clearfield High School. He earned a degree in Special Education at Bloomsburg University, where he met his beloved wife, Nancy. He later received his master’s degree from Penn State University.
After their marriage in 1966, Dick and Nancy moved to Bradford to begin their careers in the Bradford Area School District. Dick was the high school assistant principal for 23 years and helped found the wrestling program. He cared deeply about investing in students; even when they were sent to his office for discipline, his main objective was to set them on a better path. As a coach, he sought opportunities for everyone to be involved, according to their abilities. Years after his retirement, many residents of Bradford fondly remember Mr. Miller from their time at school.
CERES TOWNSHIP MINUTES FEBRUARY 4, 2025 MEETING
The February 4, 2025 meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Anthony Plants with three Supervisors, three residents, and secretary present. The minutes of the January 6, 2025 meeting were read and approved by Greg Maxson and seconded by Jeff Moyer.
Old business was discussed starting with the Solar panels being brought in on property located on Slippery Elm. No one from the Township will be attending the PSATS Conference this year. Overtime for Jeff Moyer will be paid for any hours over forty-eight worked in one week. The bank signature card was signed and treasurer able to sign for financial items. There will be no road closures for haulers on all township roads this year. There will be no hauling on roads if temperature above 28 degrees. The bond amount per road will be per Penn Dot set fee.
Betty L. Kahle, 92, of Bradford, PA.
Betty L. Kahle, 92, of Bradford, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at her daughter’s home, while in the company of her family.
Born on April 7, 1932, in Leeper, she was the daughter of the late Wallace and Ruth (Boyd) Shotts. She was a 1950 graduate of Bradford High School.
On April 9, 1955, in the Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, she married James L. Kahle, who preceded her in death on December 27, 2014.
Betty loved to hunt and fish along with her husband, spending many hours on Chautauqua Lake. Eventually they built a cottage on the lake at Goose Creek and spent quality family time with their children and grandchildren.
James M. Dutka Sr., 78, of Ridgway, PA
James M. Dutka Sr., 78, of Ridgway, passed away at his residence on Sunday, February 9, 2025.
He was born on June 21, 1946, in Punxsutawney, to the late George and Geraldine Van Verosa Dutka.
After graduating from Punxsutawney High School, Jim honorably served his country in the U.S. Army stationed in Alaska. He was employed by Motion Control for many years. Jim was an avid collector and antiquer, often taking trips to the Hazen Flea Market. He especially enjoyed collecting M & M dispensers and Zippo lighters.
James J. (Jim) Hall, 89, a long time resident of Ridgway, PA
James J. (Jim) Hall, 89, a long time resident of Ridgway, PA, was carried into his eternal rest Thursday evening in Dubois, after a long struggle with dementia and its debilitating effects.
Jim was born in Barnes, PA on March 5, 1935, the son of Charles J. and Alice (MacMartin) Hall. He grew up on a dairy farm just north of Austin, PA and was raised by his Mom and step-father, Lloyd Tyler; learning the value of hard work and responsibility. Jim graduated, with honors, from Austin High School in 1953, and enlisted in the Air Force within the next year. He selected the Medical Corps as his field of training and met the love of his life, Jeanette Eckert, at Lackland AFB, in Plattsburgh, NY. They were married in Auburn, PA on December 8, 1956.
After his discharge from the Air Force, Jim continued his education at Goshen College in Elkhart, IN, then completing his degree in Medical Technology at South Bend Medical Foundation, South Bend, IN in 1962. Throughout his entire career in health care, Jim was employed as Chief Technologist and Laboratory Manager in Middleton, WI, Council Bluffs, IA, and finally at Elk County General Hospital in Ridgway, where he retired in 1997 after 35 years of service. Jim and Jeanette were blessed with four children, Randy (Kim) Hall of Brockway, PA; Susan (Lloyd) Morrison of Lombard, IL; Rodney (Judi) Hall of Winston Salem, NC; and Russell (Nancy) Hall of Glen Burnie, MD.
HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAYMORNING
* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE…A portion of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN…From Sunday afternoon through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The strongest wind gusts will occur just
behind the cold front on Sunday afternoon, but gusty winds will
continue into Monday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways
and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation.
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For more information from the National Weather Service visit
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Madison Emily Lister, 23, Of Mt Jewett, PA
Madison Emily Lister from Mt Jewett, 23, chose to return to her Heavenly Father on Feb 12, 2025.
Madison was born on January 8, 2002 to Shane and Heather Lister in Bradford, PA
She was a very much wanted addition to our family. She came into this world with a sweet, nurturing nature, and loved her family and any type of animal and nature.
She was very reserved until she let you in her circle and then she would show you her playful side. She was so intelligent, always wanting to learn, and she always had her nose in a book. When she wasn’t reading she was out walking her dogs, Piper and Daisy. She loved riding bikes, walking , and taking rides with her Mom and when her nieces and nephews would come over she was always teaching them and playing with them. She was the fun Aunt that always had something fun prepared for them. She will be greatly missed by all her family.
She leaves behind her parents, Shane and Heather Lister, her siblings Jake (Daphne) Lister, and Sierra (Kyle) Showers, her nieces and nephews Johnny, Danny, Kaelyn and Brynleigh. Her maternal grandparents Tom (Susan) Oliphant, Janice (Clarence) Proper. She also had many Uncles, Aunts and cousins that loved her deeply.
She was predeceased by her Paternal grandparents Harold and Carolyn Lister
In the memory of Maddie we as a family have decided to have a private Family Celebration at a later time. There will be no visitation or funeral services. If you would like to make a donation in her memory please do so to a local animal shelter or rescue.
We ask in her memory that you hug your family and keep them a little closer and remember to be aware of the signs of depression. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a click away
To anyone out there reading this:
Remember you may not always see it but your presence in this world has left ripples far beyond what you know. Someone still smiles at a memory you created together, still feels comforted by the kindness you once showed, and still finds courage in the words you spoke. Someone stands a little taller because you believed in them. Someone hums a song that reminds them of you, sees beauty in the world because you pointed it out, and carries your wisdom in their heart. You matter more than you realize.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport. (www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com).
Norma J. HAND, 65, of Mills, PA
Norma J. HAND, 65, of Mills, PA, died Saturday, February 8, 2025 in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, UPMC Wellsboro.
Born April 11, 1959, in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of Howard Norman and Shirley Waddell Dean. On April 3, 1993, in Essex, MD, she married Loren John “Joe” Hand, who survives. A graduate of Overlea High School in Baltimore, she was employed as a toll collector in Baltimore for eight years and by Overbrook Eggnog Corp. in Baltimore for over 20 years.
Bonita E. “Bonnie” PORCZYNSKI, 83, of New Smyrna Beach, FL, formerly of Genesee, PA
Bonita E. “Bonnie” PORCZYNSKI, 83, of New Smyrna Beach, FL, formerly of Genesee, PA, died Friday, February 7, 2025 in Lehigh Valley Hospice, Allentown, PA.
Born November 12, 1941, Trenton, NJ, she was the daughter of Alexander and Anne Bodnar Elias. On June 29, 1963, in Yardley, PA, she married Theodore L. Porczynski, who predeceased her on September 7, 2012. A graduate of Arizona State University, she was employed as an elementary school teacher in Trenton, NJ. Bonnie was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Genesee.
Surviving are: two sons, Tad (Traci) Porczynski and Timothy (Erika Bressi) Porczynski; seven grandchildren, Victoria, Lukas, Sarah, Seth, Sofia, Ella, and Makayla; a great-grandson, John; two sisters, Patti Forman and Nancy Rowe; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by two siblings, Alexander Robert Elias and Carol Dragon.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Genesee, PA on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11:00 AM.
The Rev. Jeffrey Donovan will be the Celebrant.
Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kinney, PA. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Karen L. Ayers-Snyder, 65, of Bradford, PA.
Karen L. Ayers-Snyder, 65, of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
She was born on November 2, 1959 in Bradford, a daughter of the late Louis Piscitelli and Norma Blair Snyder.
On October 28, 2006 in Bradford, she married Andrew “Buddha” Ayers who preceded her in death on March 21, 2020.
Karen loved spending time with her family and her “fur babies”; she also enjoyed going out to listen and dance to her sister Loey’s band.
She was employed by Servco Services for twenty-two years until she had to retire due to her health issues.