Softball Season Continues for Penn College
While the United East Conference postseason continues for the Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s softball team, it came to an end over the weekend for the college’s men’s lacrosse and baseball teams.
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Hosting fifth-seeded St. Elizabeth University in a best-of-three UE second-round series, Mackenzie Weaver of Montoursville pitched a three-hit shutout, fanning eight, in Friday’s first game, and the fourth-seeded Wildcats scored three unearned runs in a 4-0 win.
Freshman Mackenzi Tice of Mansfield took the mound in Friday’s second game and spun her first collegiate career no-hitter, striking out 10 and walking two in an 8-0, six-inning win. Another freshman, Peyton Crawford of Bloomsburg sparked the offense, going 3 for 3 at the plate with a double and three RBIs, and Sofia LaSpina of Bellmore, New York, delivered a two-run home run.
PITT-BRADFORD GRADUATES HEADED TO WORK AND GRADUATE SCHOOL
Among the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s Class of 2025 are the first energy engineering technology major to graduate and a criminal justice graduate who is headed to the Pennsylvania State Police Academy.
Mychal Berlinski of Allegany, N.Y., is the university’s first energy engineering technology major to graduate. He will be working in quality engineering at Napoleon Engineering Services in Olean, N.Y., with a focus on measurement and artificial intelligence implementation.
Blake Pretash, a criminal justice major from Philipsburg, is the first Pitt-Bradford graduate to successfully complete testing, background investigation and secure a Pennsylvania State Police Academy date while still an active student. Pretash will start his training at the academy in Harrisburg this month.
On Sunday, 183 students from 11 states and South Korea will graduate at 2 p.m. in the KOA Arena. The Commencement ceremony will be streamed live at www.upb.pitt.edu/academics/commencement and Pitt-Bradford’s YouTube channel.
Mary Lee (McClure) Trowbridge, age 88, of Wellsboro, PA
Mary Lee (McClure) Trowbridge, age 88, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
She was born on February 9, 1937 in Roseville, PA, a daughter of the late Lee and Eleanor (Mitchell) McClure and was married for 65 years to Robert Trowbridge. Mary was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wellsboro and a professor at Mansfield University for 30 years. She enjoyed traveling and spending time with her grandchildren.
Bradford Hospital Foundation Hosts Flags of Honor
The Bradford Hospital Foundation (BHF) invites the community to participate in the annual Flags of Honor, a tribute recognizing military veterans past and present.
From April 25 to May 13, individuals can purchase an American flag for $5 in honor or memory of a veteran. All purchased flags will be proudly displayed on the front lawn of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC), a Kaleida Health facility, from May 16 through May 26, encompassing both Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day.
To purchase a flag, call the Bradford Hospital Foundation office at (814) 362-8288, email vcrouse@brmc.com or visit www.brmc-ogh.org/foundations/brmc/
Proceeds will support the Bradford Hospital Foundation Armed Services Fund, which benefits local veterans and military-related initiatives.
Bradford Bees Envirothon Team Take First Place In Wild Envirothon
The ‘Wild’ Envirothon was held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 hosted by the Veterans Memorial in Port Allegany. The Envirothon began in 1989 in McKean County. 110 students from both Cameron and McKean Counties that included Cameron County High School, Bradford High School, Kane Area High School, Otto-Eldred High School, Port Allegany High School, and Smethport Area High School, participated in the event.
During this hands-on competition, students may be asked to measure a tree…identify a frog or toad call…or determine soil erosion potential according to a soil survey. They work as a 5-member team to answer questions, and use their critical thinking to find solutions to reality-based situations.
Partners helping to make the day possible included DCNR Bureau of Forestry, PA Game Commission, USDA Natural Resources & Conservation Service, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford as well as staff and volunteers from the Cameron and McKean County Conservation Districts.
The event was sponsored by McKean and Cameron County Conservation Districts, American Refining Group, Zippo, Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit 5, International Waxes, Casella Waste Management, Upper Allegheny Watershed Association, Zook Motors, Lafayette Township, Dresser Utility Solutions, Kiwanis Club of Bradford, Kane Elks Lodge, Kane Save A Lot, Pine Valley Nurseries, Team Minard Screen Printing & Embroidery, Kessel Construction Company, Pine Haven Veterinary Clinic, Miller-Raffaele VFW Auxiliary Post 6221, North Point Contracting, Solveson Contracting, Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities, May Hollow Sportsmen, Cameron County Vet’s club, McKean County E-Sales, Emporium Food Market, J. Ream Engineering, Sinnemahoning Sportsman Association, Emporium Hardwoods, and IUE-CWA Union Workers of G.E. Motor Coils of Emporium
Elk County Democratic Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Sunday May 4th
The Elk County Democratic Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Sunday May 4th starting at 1:00pm at its Headquarters, 210 Brusselles Street in downtown Saint Marys. THIS IS A RESCHEDULED MEETING REPLACING THE APRIL MEETING POSTPONED EARLIER THIS WEEK due to severe weather.
All precinct committee members are requested to attend or be excused. The Committee’s meetings are open to all area Democrats and anyone considering registering to be a Democrat, and we encourage all 2025 Democratic candidates to join as well. A Zoom option is available. Credentials can be obtained by sending an email to elkcountydemocrats@gmail.com prior to 12:00pm on the day of the meeting.
A Headquarters cleanup will be held immediately following the meeting for anyone that can stick around and help us clean up and get ready for our 2025 campaigns.
For more information on the Elk County Democratic Committee, visit their Facebook Page www.facebook.com/elkcodc or email elkcountydemocrats@gmail.com.
Bruce A. Satterlee, 92, of Wellsville, NY
Bruce A. Satterlee, 92, of Wellsville passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the Wellsville Manor Care Center. He was born August 13, 1932, in Wellsville, the son of William and Marian (Witter) Satterlee.
Bruce was a 1950 graduate of Wellsville Central High School. He was employed as a handyman in Wellsville for many years. He was a locomotive enthusiast, a clock collector, and an avid animal lover. He was a former member of the Wellsville Congregational Church.
PUC: Storm Recovery Moving Ahead, But Work Remains
Power Back for Many, But 130K+ Still Out After Historic SWPA Storms
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today noted the significant progress made by electric utilities across the Commonwealth in restoring service to hundreds of thousands of customers following a powerful and fast-moving storm system earlier this week, while continuing to emphasize the need for sustained restoration efforts and clear communication with consumers.
Williams Farms Repack LLC Recalls Tomatoes Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
LODGE, SC – May 2, 2025 – Williams Farms Repack LLC is recalling Tomatoes sizes; 4×5 2 layer, 60ct 2layer, 3ct trays in the Williams Farms Repack label, and 5×6 25lb, 6×6 25lb H&C Farms Label, due to a potential contamination of Salmonella. Salmonella an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
On April 29, 2025, the firm was notified via telephone by Southeast Tomato Distributors that tomatoes supplied from H&C Farms may be contaminated with Salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
Ferrarini USA, Inc., Recalls Ready-to-Eat Prosciutto Products Imported Without Benefit of Import Reinspection
Ferrarini USA, Inc., in Secaucus, N.J., is recalling approximately 70 pounds of ready-to-eat sliced prosciutto (cured ham) products that were not presented for import reinspection into the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
Bernard F. West, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA
Bernard F. West, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
He was born on May 14, 1937 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Myron and Genoa (Thomas) West and was married to the late Myrna F. (Rowin) West.
Bernard served in the US Air Force, was retired from Corning Glass Works, Wellsboro, PA and had also worked as an independent contractor. He and was a member of the Morris Rod and Gun Club, an avid fly tyer and fisherman, enjoyed hunting, gardening and traveling.
