Robert “Bob” Froelich, 87, of Galeton, PA
Robert “Bob” Froelich, 87, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at UPMC Williamsport. Born September 23, 1937 in Fritztown, PA, he was a son of the late Edwin and Eva (Balthaser) Froelich.
Jordan Michael Long, 34, of Coudersport, PA
Jordan Michael Long, 34, of Coudersport passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
He was born July 10, 1990, in Coudersport, the son of the late David Allen Long and Ruthann (Lent) Long of Coudersport.
Jordan was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 2008. He currently worked for Easton Cooper Power Systems, Olean, NY. Jordan attended Sartwell Creek Union Church, Port Allegany, and was a member of Leadership Cattaraugus, Olean. Jordan loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, kayaking, and camping. He also loved riding his motorcycle and was a loving and devoted father.
Accelerated Reader Awards Presented
AR (Accelerated Reader) Awards were presented during the annual Awards Assembly at Port Allegany High School. Making the presentation was English teacher Matt Lawton.
Senior recipients were Aidan Clark with 1479 points, Lily Madison with 1496 points, Willow Sauers with 1623 points, Thomas Beeson with 2203 points and Grace Finn with 5643 points. Underclassmen awards were presented to Aliyah Bennett in 7th grade; Breah Fillhart in 8th grade; Mallory Johnson in 9th grade; Madison Dinch, in 10th grade and Kendra Meade in 11th grade.
The Port Allegany High School Annual Awards Assembly
The Port Allegany High School Annual Awards Assembly was held Friday at the school with principal Marc Budd serving as Master of Ceremonies. Athletic Awards were presented to Ella Moses, Carson Neely, Juuso Young, Aidan Clark and Lily Madison.
Break The Chains First Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
Break The Chains will be holding their first Chicken BBQ Fundraiser at the Shop N Save parking lot in Port Allegany. Meals are $12 each and include:
1/2 Chicken, baked beans, Macaroni salad and a roll. All proceeds benefit Break The Chains Coalition and their fight against drug and alcohol addiction and self harm and suicide awareness and prevention. Organizers are willing to deliver locally and also as far as Roulette and Eldred. Those interested in this service should email the Coalition at breakthechainsfestival@gmail.com by Friday evening. Pictured (left to right) Mandy Miles-Rudolph, Heath Rudolph, Parker Rudolph, Aiden Barkefelt, Lynn Keck and Oliver Grebbien.
Memorial Day Services Were Held in Port Allegany
Memorial Day Services were held in Port Allegany with a Bridge Ceremony for those lost at sea, followed by a service at the VMI Pavilion.
The Brooklynside Bridge ceremony was led by Chuck Yeager with Roy Kio and the Port Allegany Honor Guard and Dan Dzubak dropping flower petals into the water to remember those lost at sea. .
The ceremony at the VMI was also led by Chuck Yeager and included the Port Allegany Honor Guard. A roll call was done, remembering the following:
The Eastman Award is Given in Memory of Lloyd and Dolores Eastman
The Eastman Award is given in memory of Lloyd and Dolores Eastman to two graduating seniors at PAHS who fit this description by Bryan Scavnak: Some kids are smarter than you, Some kids have cooler clothes than you. Some kids are better at sports than you. It doesn’t matter…You have your thing, too. Be the kid who can get along. Be the kid who is generous. Be the kid who is happy for other people. Be the kid who does the right thing. Be the nice kid.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Eastman were graduates of Port Allegany High School. . They lived their lives being generous, being happy for others and doing the right thing.
Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Award for Community Service Presented in Memory of Rev. Headley
The Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Award for Community Service is presented in memory of Rev. Headley who served in the U.W. Marines and worked in sales before entering the ministry in 1991. He served United Methodist churches in the Kane District including Port Allegany and Roulette.
PAHS Fine Arts Awards
PAHS Fine Arts Awards were presented to members of the Class of 2025 at the Annual Awards Assembly. The Art Award went to Riley Painter; Senior Band Award to Conner Briggs and Aidan Clark; Band Front Award, Jersey GAmet; John Philip Sousa Award went to Raelin Meacham; Louis Armstrong Jazz Award, Lily Madison; Fred Waring Choral Director Award, Grace Finn; National School Choral Award, Aidan Clark and Raelin Meacham; Senior Chorus Award, Josh Veilleux and Lily Madison; Senior Drama Awards, Aidan Clark and Lily Madison; June Dunn Performing Arts Award of $500 presented by the Port Allegany Women’s Club, Bradford Creative & Performing Arts Scholarship of $750, and Robert B. Merten Circle of Fifths Music Award Scholarship of $1500 all went to Raelin Meacham. Pictured, front row, left to right) Grace Finn, Lily Madison, Raelin Meacham, Jersey Gamet; (back) Joshua Veilleux and Aidan Clark.
Roxanna L. Marino, 73, of Warren, PA
Roxanna L. Marino, 73, of Warren, PA., died Tuesday morning, May 27, 2025, at John & Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness. Family and friends will be received Friday, May 30, 2025, from 2 to4 and 6 to 8 P.M. at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. A complete obituary will be announced.
PFA Violation Arrest In Bradford
On May 25, 2025, at approximately 2037 hours, City of Bradford Police responded to a trespassing incident at 54 Mechanic Street. Upon investigation, officers discovered that the defendant, Craig R. Whitmer , had violated a Protection from Abuse Order (PFA) in place, prohibiting him from harassing, stalking, or abusing an adult female resident at the address.
Through witness statements and video surveillance, officers determined that a physical altercation had occurred between the two parties, resulting in the defendant’s violation of the PFA. The defendant, Craig R. Whitmer, was subsequently arrested on May 29, 2025, and arraigned by Magistrate William Todd.
Whitmer was remanded to McKean County Jail without bail, pending arraignment on additional protection order violations. The City of Bradford Police Department takes incidents of this nature seriously and will continue to work diligently to ensure the safety and well-being of all members of our community.
All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs Weekend of June 7th
Program Title: Trail Talk
Date: Saturday, June 7th
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Environmental Learning Center
Description: It’s National Trails Day! Stop by the ELC and talk with the park educator about all the trails Sizerville State Park has to offer. Short talk followed by a short hike on one of the trails. Feel free to bring a water bottle and hiking shoes are encouraged.
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Program Title: Wings of the Night
Date: Saturday, June 7th
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Campground Amphitheater
Description: Did you know that bats are pollinators? How about that bats are pest control specialists? Come to this program to learn all about bats and what these critters do for us every day. Short talk followed by a movie—feel free to bring snacks and a blanket!
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Additional Information:
To register for a program, go to the DCNR Calendar of Events website, search Sizerville State Park, find the program listed, and click on the Register button right under the program date, time, and location. For more information or questions about registering, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.
Sizerville State Park Calendar of Events Website: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/sizerville_state_park
In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions programs may be moved or cancelled.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.
With a minimum of one week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events tab or go to https://events.dcnr.pa.gov and search Sizerville State Park. For more information or questions about programs at Sizerville State Park, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 18th annual golf tournament
Golf Tournament Set
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 18th annual golf tournament on June 12 at the Emporium Country Club. Teams will tee off at noon shooting for skill and cash prizes.
For the past several years, the chamber has streamlined registration. Golfers pay one price and receive all the perks. Executive Director, Tina Solak explains golfers go into tournaments paying a registration fee, then must pay for extras. The chamber tournament fee includes a stuffed chicken breast dinner, 2 drinks during the round of golf, cart, golf, 50/50 ticket, skill and cash prizes, mulligan, red tee and skins. The fee is $80 a person. Registrations are available at Emporium Country Club, or the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce office.
Four Port Allegany Gator Baseball Players Selected For The All-Star Team
Four Port Allegany Gator Baseball players have been selected to the Northern Allegany League All-Stars. Pictured (left to right) Kellen Veilleux, second base, sophomore; Derek Smith, pitcher/center field, senior; Aiden Bliss, third base, junior; and Nick Wilfong, pitcher/shortstop, junior. The Gators are coached by Rick Veilleux.
Jamie A. SMITH, 54, of Wellsville, NY
Jamie A. SMITH, 54, of Wellsville, NY, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Born April 18, 1971, in Wellsville, he was the son of James and Darlene Smith.
A 1990 graduate of Wellsville High School, he was employed by New Enterprise in Alfred Station for 15 years. Jamie was a member of ABATE and a past member of the American Eagles Motorcycle Club.
Matilda R. “Tillie” Brady, 98, of Bradford, PA
Matilda R. “Tillie” Brady, 98, of Bradford, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at the Bradford Manor.
She was born on July 21, 1926 in Rankin.
She was a 1944 graduate of the Wilkinsburg High School.
On June 21, 1947 in Wilkinsburg; she married George F. Brady who preceded her in death on July 11, 2011.
She was a member of the Bradford Area Lions Club and she was affiliated with both Open Arms Community Church and Ignite Church of Lewis Run.
Thomas F. Dornisch, 88, of 534 Brusselles Street, St. Marys, PA
Thomas F. Dornisch, 88, of 534 Brusselles Street, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Penn Highlands DuBois.
He was born July 12, 1936, in St. Marys, son of the late Alcuin J. “Doc” and Charlotte Myers Dornisch. Tom was a lifelong resident of St. Marys, a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1955, and was employed at Stackpole Carbon Company and St. Marys Precision Homes. He was a self-taught draftsman and worked designing homes and various buildings up until the last day of his life.
On May 13, 1961, in St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Baltimore, MD, Tom married Susan M. Bauer, who survives. They were blessed to share sixty-four years of marriage.
Helenanne Meyer, 91, of N. Ft. Myers, FL
Helenanne Meyer, 91, of N. Ft. Myers, FL died peacefully Tuesday, March 18th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Helenanne was born July 3, 1933, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Frances G. Bohrman Fischer. After marrying Dale Meyer in 1956, Helenanne called Sussex, WI home. In 1970, the family moved to Warren, PA for many years. Helenanne worked at the New Process company, the Warren school district, and for her husband at Finley’s Sporting Goods. She would always describe her favorite job as mother and wife.
Ella Moses and Carson Neely Port Allegany High School Athletes of the Year
Ella Moses and Carson Neely were named Athletes of the Year at Port Allegany High School during the annual Awards Assembly held at the school last week. Ella received the David Lacher Memorial Award/Female Athlete of the Year. Ella participated in volleyball for four years, lettering all four years and was named an Northern Tier League All-Star three years in a row in grades 10, 11 and 12. As a member of the Lady Gator basketball team for four years, Ella joined the 1,000 point club during her senior year, was named an NTL All-Star for three years and NTL MVP for two consecutive years, was named a Big 30 All-Star for three years and was named the Big 30 Player of the Year in 2025. She was also selected as a District IX All-Star. Ella has signed her commitment to the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Women’s Basketball team. She will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Ella is the daughter of Chad and Jennifer Moses. Carson received the Thomas Taylor Memorial Award/Male Athlete of the Year. Carson is the son of Craig and Carra Neely. He has been a wrestler for four years and during that time placed fourth, fifth and eighth in the state of Pennsylvania. He was named a Big 30 All-Star two times for wrestling and the AML Wrestler of the Year. He has served as captain for three years. In football, Carson lettered four times, was a captain for two years, was named a YDL line of the year two times and is a two-time All-State Offensive lineman, two-time region lineman of the year and two-time Big 30 lineman of the year. Carson will attend Clarion University to further his education and wrestling career.
McKean County Is Seeking A Finance Director
McKean County Finance Director
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants for a full-time Finance Director located in Smethport, Pennsylvania.
Under the direction of the County Commissioners, primary responsibilities of this position include: develops the County budget through projection of incoming revenues and expenses, ensures proper cash flow and appropriate expenditures, adjusts the budget as necessary, confirms maximum reimbursements have been received, ensures invoices and refunds are properly coded, as well as many other related duties.
Minimal Requirements:
- Associate’s degree in business.
- Bachelor’s degree in business management or accounting preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in budgeting and general accounting.
Special Requirements:
- Ability to learn County software programs, operations, structure, and law as applicable to the position.
- Ability to implement public administration, and office management practice and procedures.
- Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret fiscal data; be able to project, estimate and forecast fiscal trends.
- Payroll knowledge preferred.
Qualified candidates should apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749, or via email to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov. Applications and additional details are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
Deborah Lee (Gall) Quelet, 71
It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Deborah Lee (Gall) Quelet, 71, on May 25, 2025, after a long battle with cancer, in Coudersport.
Debbie was born on May 29, 1953 and was preceded in death by her parents, Violet Pearl (Grifith) and George Delemare Gall, and two older sisters, Fay and Marcia. Debbie was one of eight siblings and is survived by: George, Alice, Lucy, Sharon, and Bruce.
She was a loving and adored wife of Stephen Millard Quelet for 54 years, and a beloved mother to Lisa Anne (Quelet) Gandolfi, and a treasured grandmother to Douglas, Mathew, and Holly Widzins. She was born and raised in Baltimore County, MD, lived in Cinnaminson, NJ for 25 years, and Coudersport for 21 years. She became a “great” grandma to Rowen Matthew Widzins on May 9, 2025!
Potter County Farmers Market Friday, May 30th
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors AT OUR NEW LOCATION on the Courthouse grounds, at the corner and across the street from the square, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, May 30th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
We’re back on our summer schedule of Friday markets, BUT AT OUR NEW LOCATION due to renovations on the square. We’ll be across the street from the square, along the sidewalk to the right of the courthouse entrance, and around the corner on East Street to the driveway.
* The outdoor market is held each Friday from May through October (weather permitting; on very rainy days, we will relocate into the Riley Gallery (if available)). In November, the farmers market goes indoors for the winter market.
* 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]
GRILLED HELLO will be attending this Friday’s farmers market, and we will be bringing grilled cheese.
BLUE MARBLE FARM will hopefully be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce and plants. For produce we will have Rhubarb, Lettuce and Radishes. We will have garden vegetable plants and herb plants. We accept cash, checks and credit cards. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the market May 30. Many bakery items may be weather dependent until I see the forecast closer to Friday. I am planning on a few of your favorite breads, sweet treats, jams, and fresh brown eggs. I certainly am looking forward to milder temperatures and less rain for a few Fridays. I am looking forward to expanding our table to include a variety or my summer favorites and yours. Requests during the week and for market are always very welcome. Our kitchen is registered with the PA. Department of Agricultural and Certified with ServeSafe.
CARING CRAFTS will be attending this week’s Market! Weather Permitting! We will be bring a variety of Homemade Travel Pillows! Along with our Plastic Canvas Magnets/Ornaments! Our selection of both is very wide and unique! We have something for everyone! Don’t forget to like us Facebook! If your not able to stop by or would like to place an order please contact Jess at 814 203 2482! Caring Crafts excepts Cash payment! Hope to see everyone there!
HAY HOLLOW GARDENS AND GREENHOUSE will be there Friday with hanging baskets. We accept cash only.
MAHLON DAVENPORT Weather permitting, I plan to attend the Market on May 30, with woodwork items.
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP is planning on attending the market on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products that are made with milk from our herd of goats. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page. Hope to see you there.
MIKE THOMPSON will be a vender on This Friday at the Potter County Farmers Market. RAIN OR SHINE, Fresh picked produce being sold is Green onions, radishes, Spanish, and lettuce. Knife sharpening while you wait or shop other venders.
MOUNTAIN VIEW SHEEP FARM will be attending the farmers market on May 30th weather permitting. We have lovely delicate designed, scented and fragrance free handmade sheep milk soaps, lotion bars and shampoo bars all from our own sheep. Pa preferred and Juried. We accept cash, check and cards. Follow us on Facebook @mountainviewsheepfarm Or contact by email@ mountainviewsheepfarm@yahoo.com
QUIET ACRES will be at market, weather permitting. If rain is in the forecast, we can’t chance exposure of our milled products to rain, etc. Our line of Haldeman Mills products from Lancaster County include gluten free Teff and Buckwheat Flour, Soft Pretzel and Funnel Cake mixes, Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancake mixes, Shortcake/Cobbler mix, Brinser’s and Stauffer’s corn meal, all in 2 lb. bags. Handmade aprons for kids and adults, including NFL teams and much more. Rope bowls of many styles and sizes, including NFL, are handmade as well. We accept cash payments. We can be contacted at quietacresportallegany@gmail.com
Buffalo Man Arrested For Outstanding Warrant In Olean
On Friday, May 23rd. at 6: 30 p.m. Investigators with the Street Crimes unit located 54 year old James Young A.K.A. ” Goldie” of 267 Linwood St. Buffalo operating a motor vehicle in North Olean. Patrol Officers attempted to stop Young who drove on to Rt 86.
Young was wanted on an outstanding Indictment warrant for Criminal possession of a controlled substance 3rd. degree and Criminal sale of a controlled substance 3rd. degree ( B Felonies ). Young did not initially stop for Officers on Rt. 86 after they activated their emergency lights. Officers observed Young throwing what appeared to be drugs out of his car window while on Rt. 86. Young later stopped his vehicle on Rt. 86 and was taken into custody. Investigators located ten baggies of Crack Cocaine on Rt 86 that Young threw out of his vehicle.
Young was transported to the Olean Police Department where he was charged with one count of Criminal possession of a controlled substance 3rd. degree ( B Felony ), Tampering with physical evidence ( E Felony ) and several vehicle and traffic violations in addition to the Indictment charges. Young was transported to the Cattaraugus County Jail pending further Court proceedings.
Port Allegany High School Outdoor Sportsman’s Awards Presented
The Outdoor Sportsman’s Award went to Trace Kazimer for best fishing photo; Best Buck went to James Nichols; 5th place went to Lily Ingalls, 4th place – Carter Kio; 3rd place – Matt Howard, 2nd place to Tayton Roys and 1st place, for the third year in a row, went to Az Luk. Awards were presented during the Awards Assembly at PAHS by George Riley. Pictured: Az Luk, Lilly Ingalls and Tayton Roys.
Rhea Mae Martin Williams, 94, of Smethport, PA.
Rhea Mae Martin Williams, 94, of Smethport, passed away Sunday (May 25, 2025) at her home, surrounded by her family.
She was born January 25, 1931 in Smethport, the daughter of Edward John and Ethel Delilah (Austin) Martin. On June 3, 1950 in Farmer’s Valley, PA, she married the love of her life for 71 years, Glenn Arthur Williams, who died December 4, 2021.
After losing her mother at the age of 16, she had to step into her shoes and take care of her family, learning how to bake, make meals and tend to the house. Rhea was a homemaker, tending to the needs of her family. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, and caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She had a very special bond with her first great granddaughter, McKia Williams, who Rhea said was her angel. She was the most loving and caring mother and grandmother and will truly be missed.
Deadline for Questions for Olean Debate Is June 4
The deadline to submit questions for the upcoming debate between the candidates running in the Republican primary for mayor is June 4 at 7 p.m. Questions should be emailed to cattarauguslwv@gmail.com with a subject line of DEBATE QUESTIONS.
The debate between Incumbent Mayor William J. Aiello and challenger Amy B. Sherburne will take place on June 11 at 7 p.m. in the Cutco Theater on the Cattaraugus County Campus of Jamestown Community College.
The League of Women Voters of Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties is sponsoring the debate in partnership with TAPinto Greater Olean.