Jocelyn K. “Jo” Sherwood, 91, of Ceres, PA
Jocelyn K. Sherwood “beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother”
Jocelyn K. “Jo” Sherwood, 91, of Ceres, PA, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY, after a long illness.
Born on Monday, May 13, 1935 in Ceres, PA, she was a daughter of Frank and Ina Ferguson King. On March 31, 1957 in the Ceres United Methodist Church, she married Lewis “Ed” Sherwood, who survives.
Jo was a graduate of Shinglehouse High School, Class of 1953. She was a member of the Ceres United Methodist Church having held several offices over the years. She was the sexton of the Evergreen Cemetery in Ceres, PA which she ran for over 50 years. She was very involved with the Harvest dinners and the Ham and Leek dinners that were held at the Ceres Community Center. Jo enjoyed playing cards and had a card club with her friends for over 40 years, playing once a week.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 69 years, Ed; a daughter, Julie S. Ayers of Ceres, PA; a son, Jeffery E. Sherwood; two granddaughters, Lindsey Childs and Amber Kilmer; a great-grandson, Gary Mann; a brother, James (Lyn) King of Milton, PA; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Jo was predeceased by a sister, Marie Paynter.
Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services at 11am on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at the Ceres United Methodist Church, School Street, Ceres with Pastor Jason King of the Friendship Baptist Church of Watsontown, Jo’s nephew, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Ceres, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jo’s name may be made to the Ceres United Methodist Church, PO Box 34, Ceres, NY 14721 or to the Oswayo Valley Memorial Library, PO Box 188, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Jo entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, Funeral Director/Owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Jo, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page
Potter County Human Services Is Hiring For The Following Positions:
(Local Government)
Potter County Mental Health/ID
County Fiscal Officer 1
Posting Dates: June 23, 2026-July 6, 2026
Potter County Area Agency on Aging
Aging Case Aide 1
Aging Case Aide 2
Aging Care Manager 1
Posting Dates: June 23, 2026-July 6, 2026
Apply at: www.employment.pa.gov
Applicants may call 814-544-7315 with questions.
Potter County Human Services is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer
Three Arrested For Drug Chargea In Olean
On June 26th, 2026 at approximately 0445 hours, the Olean Police Department’s Emergency Response Team executed a narcotics search warrant at 316 Main St after a narcotics investigation was conducted by members of the Street Crimes Unit. As a result, Carlos Corbin of 316 Main St Olean, NY, DeShawn Gray Jr of 162 Bennett St Buffalo, NY, and Jae’Andra Garcia of 2228 Old Union Rd Cheektowaga, NY were arrested and each charged with CPCS-3rd Narcotic Drug with Intent to Sell and CPCS-4th Possession of Narcotic Drug. Members of the Cattaraugus County Special Response Team and Southern Tier Regional Task Force assisted the Olean Police Department.
HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY
…HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY…
* WHAT…Heat index values up to 104 expected. *
WHERE…A portion of central Pennsylvania. *
WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…High temperatures will be well into the 90s and may hit 100 degrees. Heat index values will be even higher. While temperatures will remain hot on Saturday, they should be a couple of degrees lower.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and stay in an air-conditioned room.
Review heat safety and preparedness information at weather.gov/safety/heat. Power outages are possible during periods of extended heat as the extra demand for electricity can tax the power grid. Be prepared for a possible power outage.
WOMAN ARRESTED BY MCKEAN COUNTY DRUG TASK FORCE TO STATE PRISON FOR SELLING METHAMPHETAMINE
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that one of the women arrested by the McKean County Drug Task Force during an investigation into drug trafficking in the area was sentenced by the judge last Thursday.
Kortney BUNDY was sentenced on June 25th to a period of incarceration of not less than 12 months to not more than 24 months to be served in state prison and 24 months concurrent probation for delivering methamphetamine (felony). BUNDY was ordered by pay restitution to the McKean County Drug Task Force, submit a DNA sample, and other terms.
Christopher R. “Chris” Baker, 46, of Eldred, formerly of Roulette
Christopher R. Baker “beloved father, son, brother and uncle”
ELDRED, PA—Christopher R. “Chris” Baker, 46, of Eldred, formerly of Roulette, passed away in his home with his loving family by his side on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Born on Wednesday, December 19, 1979 in Coudersport, he was a son of Roger L. Baker and Holly J. Phillips Baker Carpenter. On June 9, 2015 in Shinglehouse, he married Heather L. Siebert, who passed away on November 19, 2015.
Chris was a graduate of Port Allegany High School. In 2001, Chris began his employment as a sales representative for Fairway Ford in Bradford until 2005. He then was employed as finance manager for Ed Schultz in Jamestown returning to Bradford in 2015 where he served as general manager of Bradford Dodge and Fairway Ford.
Work was Chris’ hobby. His life was devoted to his son, Wyatt and his daughter, Brandi.
Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Holly Carpenter of Eldred; his son, Wyatt L. Baker, at home; his daughter, Brandi; two brothers, Jason L. Baker of Bradford and Joseph S. (Heather) Baker of Eldred; his cherished nieces and nephews, Michael Baker, Seth (Brelynn) Bigley, Emily Baker, Charlotte “Charlie” Baker, and Sophia Baker; and two grandnieces, Payton Bigley and Suede Bigley.
In addition to his father and wife, Chris was predeceased by a sister, Laura B. Baker; and a brother, Michael B. Baker.
Family and friends may gather from 11an to 1pm on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Port Allegany Alliance Church, 414 Mill Street, Port Allegany, where funeral services will follow at 1pm with Dr. Jason Tronetti, Pastor Tim Miller, and Pastor Mike Culver, officiating. Chris will be laid to rest with his wife, Heather, in Card Creek Cemetery, Roulette.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Chris’ name may be made to the Port Allegany Alliance Church, 414 Mill Street, Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Chris entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, Funeral Director/Owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Chris, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Galeton Borough Authority Is Requesting Bids For Wetmore Run Well Development
Galeton Borough Authority (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: Wet
more Run Well Development.
Bids for the construction of the Project will be received via either the PennBid.net website or hard copy
hand delivered to the Galeton Borough Authority located at 24 West Main Street, Galeton, PA 16922 un
til 2:00 PM local time, Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
Bids received will be PUBLICLY opened and read aloud after 2:05 PM, Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at the
place of bid opening, 24 West Main Street, Galeton, PA 16922.
The Project includes the following Work to bring two pre-drilled and cased water wells on line, install in
terconnecting piping from the 2 wells to existing treatment facilities, new electrical power service en
trances and emergency generators and upgrades to the existing treatment facilities along with tie into the
existing municipal potable water distribution system.
Bids are requested for the following prime Contracts: 2026-W1, General / Mechanical; 2026-W2,
Waterline Replacement and 2026-W3, Electrical / Controls / Instrumentation
Obtaining the Bidding Documents
The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is:
Century Engineering, a Kleinfelder Company, 330 Innovation Blvd, Suite 305, State College, PA
16803.
Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at no cost either electronically at
www.PennBid.net or at the Issuing Office, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or Friday
from 8:00 AM to Noon. Bidding Documents may also be obtained at no cost electronically at
www.PennBid.net or may be purchased for $250 (non-refundable)(includes only USPS regular mail),
from the Issuing Office.
Make deposit checks for Bidding Documents payable to Century Engineering, a Kleinfelder Company,
330 Innovation Blvd, Suite 305, State College, PA 16803. All payments are non-refundable.
Pre-bid Conference
A Non-mandatory pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM at
24 West Main Street, Galeton, PA 16922. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is Non-mandatory.
Instructions to Bidders
For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer
to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.
A certified check or bank draft payable to the order of Galeton Borough Authority, or a satisfactory Bid
Bond executed by the Bidder and an acceptable surety in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the
total of the Bid, shall be submitted with each bid. The Bidder shall include the fully completed Non-Collu
sion Affidavit and additional supporting documents with the bid.
Bids may be held by the Galeton Borough Authority for up to 60 days from the date of opening for the
purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders prior to awarding the con
tract. The Galeton Borough Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any irregularities, or to negotiate contract amounts.
This project is being supported by a federal award, and Federal Davis-Bacon Wage rates will apply.
This Advertisement is issued by:
Galeton Borough Authority
Tony Adami, Chairman
6/25/26 & 7/2/202
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP, POTTER COUNTY – RECEIVING SEALED PROPOSALS FOR LIMESTONE AND 2A GRAVEL
Sealed proposals will be received by the Supervisors of Summit Township, Potter County, for approximately 500 tons, more or less of State Certified 2 RC and 2A gravel to be tailgated on various township roads or stockpiled. Bids must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Gravel Bids”. Bids must include trucking fees. Upon acceptance of bid, provide insurance certificate, state certification and a performance bond in the amount of 10% of the awarded bid within 20 days of acceptance. Bids will be accepted until July 20, 2026, and will be awarded on August 4, 2026, at approximately 6:00 PM. The awarded contracts will begin on August 16, 2026. Supervisors reserve the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Please mail bids to: Summit Township – 43 S. Ayers Hill Road, Coudersport, PA 16915. Questions may be directed to the Secretary @ 724-840-3690 or the Road Master at 814-274-9388
HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY…
HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY…
- WHAT…Heat index values up to 104 expected.
- WHERE…A portion of central Pennsylvania.
- WHEN…From noon Wednesday to 8 PM EDT Friday.
- IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS…High temperatures will be well into the 90s and may hit 100 degrees. Heat index values will be even higher. While temperatures will remain hot on Saturday, they should be a couple of degrees lower.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and stay in an air-conditioned room.
Review heat safety and preparedness information at weather.gov/safety/heat.
Power outages are possible during periods of extended heat as the extra demand for electricity can tax the power grid. Be prepared for a possible power outage.
WOMAN SENTENCED TO STATE PRISON FOR STEALING GUITARS FROM BLIND MAN
MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: June 30, 2026): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the Bradford woman convicted at a jury trial of stealing guitars from a blind man has been sentenced to state prison for her crimes.
Samantha HINCHMAN was sentenced by the judge to serve a sentence of not less than 6 months to not more than 24 months to be served in a state prison. HINCHMAN was ordered to pay restitution and undergo additional terms. DA Vettenburg Shaffer reports that two of the stolen guitars were sold to a music store in Jamestown and handed over to police by the owner. A third guitar and case were never recovered.
Anyone with information on the location of that guitar and case is asked to contact the District Attorney’s Office at (814) 887-3312 or City of Bradford Police by calling 911.
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BRADFORD WOMAN SENTENCED TO STATE PRISON FOR DRUG CRIMES AFTER ARREST BY MCKEAN COUNTY DRUG TASK FORCE
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that a Bradford woman arrested by the McKean County Drug Task Force during a drug detail that resulted in several arrests last July has been sentenced by the judge to serve a state prison sentence.
Katlyn BUTERBAUGH, formerly of School Street in Bradford, was sentenced on June 25th to serve not less than 12 months to not more than 24 months and 24 months concurrent probation for 3 counts of Delivery of a Controlled Substance (cocaine and methamphetamine) (felonies).
BUTERBAUGH was ordered to pay restitution to the McKean County Drug Task Force, provide a DNA sample, and other terms. BUTERBAUGH was one of several defendants arrested following an investigation by the McKean County Drug Task Force during a multi-defendant investigation last July.
At the time of the arrests, District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer recognized the important work of the Detectives with the McKean County Drug Task Force and highlighted the partnership of the City of Bradford administrators.
District Attorney Vettenburg-Shaffer: “The work of the McKean County Drug Task Force is often out of the spotlight but I wanted to take the opportunity to express gratitude for their continuous efforts through lengthy investigations and countless tips. The amount of time behind each investigation is tremendous and often unseen by the public.
When the Detectives identified drug activity near a local school, they prioritized those investigations. Through countless months of police work, they were able to build cases which can often be a lengthy process that requires the building of a puzzle to establish probable cause or the bases for a search warrant or criminal charges.
It may be noted that many of the recent arrests were related to alleged crimes committed in Bradford and some with ties to a residence in a school zone in Bradford. I want to acknowledge the collaboration of the City of Bradford for their dedication to drug work. The City routinely assigns their Officers who work on the McKean County Drug Task Force to dedicate their regular police shifts to the McKean County Drug Task Force to focus on drug crimes that impact the City.
This ongoing partnership has benefited the City as well as surrounding areas because drug crimes are not confined to one location but have a rippling effect throughout. Thank you to Mayor Riel, City Administrator Eric Taylor, Chief Michael Ward and City Council.”