PITT-BRADFORD TO HOST TWO-DAY WORKSHOP FOR K-12 TEACHERS
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford is offering a free two-day workshop for K-12 teachers to help them integrate Indigenous knowledge and resources into their lesson plans and library collections.
The workshop, “Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge and Resources into K-12 Classroom Practices,” will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 27 and 28 in the Mukaiyama University Room in the Frame-Westerberg Commons. Lunch will be provided both days.
Earl L. Knight, 61, of 68 Main Street, Mt. Jewett, PA
Earl L. Knight, 61, of 68 Main Street, Mt. Jewett, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at his residence.
Born April 30, 1963, in Bradford, he is a son of Anne M. (Perrott) Knight of Bradford and the late Carl A. Knight, Sr. who died in 1976.
Earl attended and graduated from Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf and from Johnstown College with a degree in food preparation.
Earl had been employed at John Williams Bakery, and Bob’s Big Boy.
Michael A. Singer, 85, of Brandy Camp Road, Kersey, PA
Michael A. Singer, 85, of Brandy Camp Road, Kersey, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
He was born on March 3, 1939, in Kersey, PA, a son of the late Merle and Ramona Buttano Singer.
On May 6, 1961, at Maria Lutheran Church, he married the late Joye Anderson Singer, who preceded him in death on November 2, 2022. Together they shared more than 61 years of marriage.
Bradford Police Make Arrest For Burglary
WACKWITZ, STEVEN TODD 18 3502 (A1I) BURGLARY-OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION PERSONS PRESENT (F1) 1 COUNT – 18 5506 LOITERING AND PROWLING AT NIGHTTIME (M3) 18 3503 (A1I) CRIMINAL TRESPASS-ENTER STRUCTURE (F3) 18 3126 (A)(1) INDECENT ASSAULT 18 3127 (A) INDECENT EXPOSURE (M2) Age 34 Race White Gender Male Height 6′ 2″ Weight 160 lbs Hair Blonde Eyes Hazel Presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
ARREST DETAILS Officers investigated an incident where a female victim reported to Bradford City Officers that a known male had entered her home while she was sleeping and laid down in bed with her, awaking her. The victim also stated that while in her home he did indecently expose and assault her.
Officers interviewed Wackwitz and an arrest was made. Wackwitz was arraigned before District Judge Richard Luther who set bail at $50,000 straight. Wackwitz, unable to post bail, was remanded to the McKean County Jail. Location Belleview Ave Bradford, PA 16701 Arrest Date Sep 14, 2024 Incident Type Burglary Reference ID 2024-09140524
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/bradfordpd/68048/arrests/wackwitz-steven-todd-18-3502-a1i-burglary-overnight-accommodation-persons-present-f1
BRADFORD MAN CONVICTED OF INDECENT EXPOSURE
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a one day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Michael Basil WINSTON, of Bradford, was convicted of Indecent Exposure. Officer Terry Fuqua of the City of Bradford Police Department charged WINSTON after investigating a report that, on June 3, 2024, WINSTON exposed his genitals to a female. The victim reported that WINSTON pulled his pants down to expose his genitals and asked her to have sex with him. Assistant District Attorney Gregory A. Henry prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth.
Mark R. Cunningham, 74, of Middleport, NY, formerly of Port Allegany,
Mark R. Cunningham, 74, of Middleport, NY, formerly of Port Allegany, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 26, 2024.
Born February 10, 1950, in Wellsville, NY, he was a son of the late John and Mary Frances (Ryan) Cunningham.
He was a 1968 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He received his BS Degree in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh and later earned his degree in nursing from the Millard Fillmore Hospital School of Nursing.
2024 Elk County Coroner’s Report
Elk County Coroner Michelle A. Muccio-Krise is releasing the 2024 year-end report for the Elk County Coroner’s Office. During the year of 2024, 283 cases were investigated by the Coroner’s Office.
The breakdown is as follows:
63-Natural deaths
14-Accidental deaths with the following breakdown:
8 falls
3 fire-related deaths
1 aspiration
1 hypothermia
1 drug overdose
6 Suicides
1 Homicide
1 pending investigation
39 nursing home deaths
The office also examined and issued 159 cremation authorizations and assisted four mothers through the Elk County Cribs for Kids program, which provides cribs to mothers who are in need of a safe sleep space for their baby.
Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Winter Lumber Camp January 25th
January 25–Winter in the Lumber Camp: Outdoor fun in the snow with sledding, snowmen, and snow art activities. Try your hand at cross-country skis and snowshoes with the help of equipment provided by PA DCNR and volunteer instructors. Hot beverages and light refreshments will be available for purchase.
State Representative Martin Causer Visits Port Allegany Fire Dept.
I stopped by Port Allegany Fire Department Star Hose Company #1 yesterday to check out the new SCBA – self-contained breathing apparatus – the company purchased with a $150,000 state grant I helped secure. The company purchased 21 units of the new equipment, and Chief Mike Johnson explained it is lighter weight, can hold more air and includes additional safety features. Those features include an electronic firefighter locator to aid in rescue if a firefighter became lost or trapped in a fire, as well as a more timely low air warning to give firefighters more time to exit a hazardous environment. Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect us, and I’m pleased we were able to help the company purchase some equipment to better protect themselves as well.
Link To Facebook post HERE
ServSafe Food Safety Certification
ServSafe is a certification program developed by the Restaurant Association Education Foundation. The course meets certification requirements for individuals who are responsible for the safe handling of food in restaurants, schools, elder care facilities, lodges, bed and breakfasts, community centers, and other food concessions (organizations or businesses that sell or prepare food regularly).
This course, taught by Rick Kralj, Penn State Educator, is scheduled for Thursdays, February 27 and March 6, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office. The cost is $165/person. The registration deadline is Thursday, February 20th. To register, call (877) 489-1398 or go to http://extension.psu.edu/food-safety/serv-safe.
Charlene J. Blose, 59, of Roulette, PA.
Charlene J. Blose, 59, of Roulette, passed away Sunday (January 19, 2025) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
She was born January 1, 1966 in North Tonawanda, the daughter of John and Sandra (Hicks) Blose .
Charlene was a 1984 graduate of Port Allegany High School and was a U.S. Army veteran having served from 1986 to 1994.
William “Bill” Robert Campbell, 73, of Blackwell
William “Bill” Robert Campbell, 73, of Blackwell, passed away on Tuesday January 21, 2025, in his home.
He was born June 14, 1951, in Wellsboro, to Roderick Douglas and Betty Jane (Spencer) Campbell. Bill graduated from Wellsboro Area High Schol in the class of “1969”. He played small fry and varsity football, was a member of the wrestling team and the track team where he ran the 100 yard dash, the 440, and the mile relay team. He was proud to have earned his varsity letter in all three sports. After high school, Bill served his country in the US Coast Guard, stationed in Mobile, Alabama. In 1978, William graduated from Alfred Agriculture and Technical College in Alfred, NY where he had been a member of the VA club, a stage hand with the play Godspell, and a projectionist on movie night. Later he ran the projector at the Arcadia and Y Drive In in Wellsboro.
Bill chose baking as a career, working in numerous bakeries in management and as head baker. His niece and nephew (Keely and Ty Gambler) famously said: “It’s not just bread, it’s Uncle Bill’s bread”.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 23 until January 24 at 1:00 PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches.
* WHERE…Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties.
* WHEN…From 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions could
impact this evenings commute, but a significantly greater chance
for an impact will be during the Friday morning commutes.
INSTRUCTIONS: Periods of snow will result in snow covered roads and limited
visibilities. Slow down and use caution while driving.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
