Cathy A. Darrin, 72, of 7 Royal Avenue, Bradford, PA
Cathy A. Darrin, 72, of 7 Royal Avenue, Bradford, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025, at UPMC Hamot Medical Center in Erie.
Born September 27, 1952, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Louis E. and Burles J. (Glady) Valerius. She was a 1971 graduate of Bradford High School.
On November 4, 2000, in the Four Square Gospel Church she married Alan D. Darrin who survives.
Melissa A. TALLMAN, 51, of Richburg
Melissa A. TALLMAN, 51, of Richburg, died on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. She was born on September 25, 1973, in Wellsville, the daughter of the late Gary J. and Darlene B. (Hodgkins) Burns.
Melissa was raised in Scio, attending the Wellsville and Scio Central School Districts. She was a homemaker who enjoyed watching movies, listening to music, reading, coloring, hanging out with her friends, and most of all being with her family.
Hattie M. (Wilcox) Wilson, 85, of Wellsboro, PA.
Hattie M. (Wilcox) Wilson, 85, of Wellsboro, passed away Monday August 25, 2025, at the Green Home in Wellsboro. She was born September 3, 1939, in Wellsboro, to Richard and Gladys (Makin) Wilcox. She graduated from Wellsboro High School in the class of “58”, and in 1996 married Cortland V. Wilson. They shared 18 years of marriage before he passed away July 10, 2014. Hattie had worked in housekeeping at Soldiers and Sailors Hospital in Wellsboro, she was a member of the Tioga Tabernacle Baptist Church, and was proud to have had the opportunity to serve as a foster grandparent in the program at Wellsboro’s Charlotte Lappla Elementary School.
James J. (Jimmy) Carlson, 50, of 8 Forman Street, Bradford, PA.
James J. (Jimmy) Carlson, 50, of 8 Forman Street, Bradford, passed away, Sunday August 24, 2025, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born January 5, 1975, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Inez M. (Finland) Carlson.
Surviving are two brothers, Larry (Julie) Carlson of Limestone NY, Carl (Sue) Carlson of Bradford, five nieces and nephews; Katelyn (Raymond) Rettger, Dakota Galloway, Tyler Carlson, Abbey Carlson, Chad (Alexa Ackerman) Carlson, Rennie (Brittany) Florentine, Hannah Florentine, and five grand nieces and nephews; Chase Carlson, Adam Carlson, Madi Rettger, Claire Florentine, Kelsie Florentine.
ALCS, Oswayo Valley graduates receive memorial scholarships
Nine Allegany-Limestone Central School and Oswayo Valley Central School graduates were recently awarded memorial scholarships from funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Addie Fisher and Tatymn Lindell received the Nicolas G. Pendl Memorial Scholarship for $2,000, while Stephanie Kopec and Haylee Voorhees were awarded $1,000.
The scholarship is for a graduating senior from Allegany-Limestone Central School in good academic standing who intends to pursue a 2- or 4-year degree in environmental science or other science-related field. The scholarship, in memory of Nicolas G. Pendl, a 2013 Allegany-Limestone Central School graduate, was established by Peter, Mary and Bethany Pendl; the Pendl and Potter families; the Allegany Engine Company; and friends of Nicolas.
Coudersport Rotary Club Hosted Shelley Butler
At their August 11, 2025 meeting, at A&W West End Grill, Coudersport Rotary Club hosted Shelley Butler to talk about the Coudersport Chamber of Commerce.
Shelley Butler is a Legislative Aide for Martin Causer’s office. Her son, Dan Butler, sang beautifully at our first annual Christmas Concert.
She has begun re-opening the Coudersport Chamber of Commerce. A Coudersport native, her father was Director of Public Works. She lived in Wellsville, NY, for a while and came back to Coudersport in 2019. Shelley has served on the Northern Potter School Board as well as the Wellsville School Board.
Shelley embarked upon reorganizing the Chamber last January. Local business owners and employees, John Lenox, Dennis Goodenough, Caroline Powers, Danielle Stilson, Kelly Bruno, and Susan Williams are also involved in the reorganization.
Michael J. “Mike” Davis, 48, of Shinglehouse, PA
Michael J. Davis “beloved husband, son, father, and brother”
Michael J. “Mike” Davis, 48, of Shinglehouse, passed away in his home with his loving family by his side, on Sunday, August 24, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on Monday, July 11, 1977 in Coudersport, he was a son of Wallace E. “Ed” Jr. and Robin L. Hammond Davis. On May 6, 2011 in Coudersport, he married Laura M. Babcock DeLong, who survives.
Michael was a graduate of Port Allegany High School. Until his retirement due to his illness, Michael was employed at Morgan Advanced Materials in Coudersport where he was a drafting design tech.
He was a member of the Wellsville Country Club in Wellsville, NY. He was an avid golfer. Being very athletic and competitive, he enjoyed many outdoor sports and games. He also enjoyed playing pool. He loved music and was a Classic Rock fan. Michael was beloved by all that knew him.
Causer to Host Senior Citizens Expo in Kane
Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will once again host his annual Senior Citizens Expo in Kane to provide area seniors and their family members and caregivers convenient access to a wide range of information in one convenient location.
The expo will be held on Friday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kane Community Center, 46 N. Fraley St., Kane.
“There are so many programs and services available to support our senior citizens, but it still can be difficult for people to find the help they need,” Causer said. “I hope area seniors will take advantage of the opportunity to gather a lot of helpful information in one place.”
The event is free to attend, and lunch will be provided. State, county and local exhibitors will be on hand to distribute information and answer questions about a variety of issues. Health screenings will also be offered, and door prize drawings will be held.
Causer noted he will also hold another expo on Friday, Oct. 10, at the Roulette Fire Hall.
For more information about the expo, contact Causer’s Kane office at 814- 837-0880. Information is also available at RepCauser.com or on Facebook at Facebook.com/RepCauser.
PENN COLLEGE WOMEN’S SOCCER PREVIEW
Last season: 15-1-4 overall, 8-1-1 all UE, 7-0-1 UE regular season.
Coach: Ian Scheller, fourth season. Career record: 35-12-12.
Top returnees: (last season stats)Senior forward Sara Darlington of West Chester (8 goals, 2 assists in 2023); junior defender Makayla Bucks of Palmyra (2 assists); sophomore forward Megan Kurian of Royersford (26 goals, 15 assists, 67 points); sophomore defender Ashley Gordon of Pottstown (4 assists).
Key losses: Cassie Johnson (14 goals, 15 assists); Nicole Lichtinger (W-L-T 11-1-4, 6 goals allowed, 0.38 goals-against average, 37 saves).
Top newcomers: (both freshmen)Forward Ella Garman of Boiling Springs, midfielder Mikayla Gordon of Slatington.
PENN COLLEGE WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL PREVIEW
Last season: 3-24 overall, 1-9 United East.
Coach: Kyle Hawk, second season. Career record: 3-24.
Top returnees: None.
Key losses: (last season stats)Hailey DeBrody (99 kills, 28 service aces, 183 digs, 34 blocks), Jo Hess (6 kills, 11 service aces, 209 digs), Nevaeh Ward (194 kills, 44 service aces, 238 digs, 20 blocks).
Top newcomers: (allfreshmen) Setter Ellen Banfill of Mill Hall, outside hitter Lilly Stockum of Dauphin, middle/pin hitter Mya Gilliam of Mount Holly Springs, defensive specialist Nashalie Vializ of New Holland.
PENN COLLEGE MEN’S SOCCER PREVIEW
Last season: 11-5-3 overall, 6-2-2 all UE, 5-1-2 UE regular season.
Coach: Tyler Mensch, 10th season. Career record: 55-94-22.
Top returnees: (last season stats)Junior forward Jimmy Friedman of East Greenville (4 goals); sophomore center-mid forward Hunter Gabloff of Succasunna, New Jersey; sophomore center-mid wing Scott Goldfeder of Mechanicsburg; senior midfielder Cooper Smith of Carlisle (1 assist); senior center- midfielder Mason Kostick of Souderton (1 goal, 1 assist).
Key losses: Tommy DeGeyter (6 goals, 6 assists), Cole Catherman (W-L-T 10-4-1, 13 goals allowed, 0.95 goals-against average, 52 saves), Logan Stapleton (4 goals, 2 assists), Jack Lenosky (2 goals, 2 assists), Matt Neeson (1 assist).
Top newcomers: (all freshmen)Center-midfielder Silas Miller of Mechanicsburg, center-midfielder Pedro Nava of Reading, wing Diego Diaz of Abbottstown, center-back Will Watson of Collegeville, goalkeeper Justin Crismale of Glen Gardner, New Jersey, center/midfielder Logan Berfield of Walnutport.
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed for Labor Day
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, August 30, 2025, through Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications, and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website.
Driver and vehicle online services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and include driver’s license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals; driver-history services; changes of address; driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters; ability to pay driver license or vehicle insurance restoration fee; driver license and photo ID duplicates; REAL ID pre-verification; and driver exam scheduling. There are no additional fees for using online services.
A complete listing of PennDOT driver and photo license center closings in 2025 is available online. If you are planning to visit one of PennDOT's Online Messenger Service Centers, please call ahead for hours of operation during holidays.
Planning to fly domestically? You now need a REAL ID driver’s license or ID card or other acceptable form of ID, like a passport, to board a domestic flight. Visit pa.gov/REALID today for information on how you can get a REAL ID.
McKean County DA Speaks About Scams At Port Allegany Rotary Meeting
The Port Allegany Rotary Club recently welcomed Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer, the McKean County District Attorney. She talked to the club about internet scams. She is pictured here with Rotary Club President Jim Young. The Rotary meets weekly, on Thursdays at noon, at the Port Allegany Moose Lodge #460.
Lillian L Krug, 95, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of Bucktail Rd., St. Marys, PA
Lillian L Krug, 95, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of Bucktail Rd., St. Marys, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025 following a brief illness.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 12 PM at the St. Marys Church.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Friday, August 29, 2025 from 10:30 until 11:30 AM. A full obituary will follow in tomorrow’s paper.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Mary’s, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and further obituary information can be found at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com