Miss Holmes Returns to Wellsboro Feb. 14
Hamilton-Gibson Productions will present Miss Holmes Returns by Christopher M. Walsh on February 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:30pm and February 23 at 2:30 pm at the Warehouse Theatre in Wellsboro. This is the sequel to Miss Holmes, which HG performed to acclaim in 2019 and features the original cast returning to the roles of Sherlock, Watson, Mycroft, Lestrade, and Mrs. Hudson. The play opens on Valentine’s Day, when a special Valentine’s Gimlet cocktail will be available for purchase and can be brought into the theater.
2024-25 Penn College Spotlight on Sports for Jan. 19
(NOTE: You are receiving this sports information release because one or more athletes from your coverage area compete on a team at Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.)
Penn College women continue to roll on court
For the second time this season, the Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team put together a five-game win streak, and, after a 3-0 week, stood alone in second place in the United East Conference standings.
This Saturday, the college’s archery team opens its season at the Easton Collegiate Tournament in Manheim. A preview will be forthcoming.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 12:47PM EST until January 22 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Bitterly cold wind chills 15 below to 20 below zero
expected.
* WHERE…Southern Erie and Wyoming counties and the western
Southern Tier.
* WHEN…From 4 PM Monday to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS…Bitterly cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero will
cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Such
wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
INSTRUCTIONS: This is a potentially hazardous situation to be outdoors. If you
must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can
occur in 30 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 15 below
zero or colder.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Thomas L. Humphrey, Jr., 54, of 8021 Wigwam Road, Belfast
Thomas L. Humphrey, Jr., 54, of 8021 Wigwam Road, Belfast, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025 at Olean General Hospital after a short illness.
Born on January 13, 1971, in Rochester, he was a son of Thomas L. Humphrey Sr. and Linda Chase.
Thomas was a self-employed Truck Driver most of his career. He enjoyed working outside, fishing, and in his younger years, surfboarding.
Donald G. Hollamby of 1439 Chestnut Street, Portville
Donald G. Hollamby of 1439 Chestnut Street, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at his home.
Don was born October 28, 1950 in Olean and was the son of Donald Gerald and Martha May Burton Hollamby, Sr.
Don was a 1969 graduate of Portville Central School. He worked various places including Chestnut Hill Cemetery until retirement.
Grant Awarded to Expand Family Violence Prevention Program in Bradford County, Say Pickett, Owlett
HARRISBURG – Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) today announced a state grant of more than $125,000 has been awarded to Supporting Area Families Everyday (SAFE) to expand its supervised visitation and parent education program in Bradford and surrounding counties.
“This funding will help to ensure parents have the support they need to foster healthy relationships with their children,” said Pickett. “By investing in these vital services, we are not only improving outcomes for families today but also building a safer, more stable future for our local communities.”
PITT-BRADFORD FACULTY PRESENT RESEARCH IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
BRADFORD, Pa. — Faculty at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford were busy during the fall semester publishing and presenting research at conferences in the areas of criminal justice, engineering, chemistry and biology.
Dr. Behnaz (Beth) Rezaie, assistant professor of mechanical engineering technology, was a keynote speaker at the 4th International Conference on Modeling, Simulation and Optimization at the National Institute of Technology Silchar in India. The title of her talk was “Modeling District Cooling System for Enhancing Sustainability.
COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO NOON EST WEDNESDAY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
338 AM EST Sun Jan 19 2025
Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Northern Clinton-Tioga-Northern
Lycoming-Sullivan-
Including the cities of Emporium, Ridgway, Warren, Laporte, St.
Marys, Renovo, Mansfield, Bradford, Wellsboro, Coudersport, and
Trout Run 338 AM EST Sun Jan 19, 2025
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO NOON EST
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Northern Clinton, Northern Lycoming,
Potter, Sullivan, Tioga, and Warren Counties.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to noon EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia are possible if precautions
are not taken.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must go outside, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia.
PUC Announces Public Input Hearings on PPL Transmission Line Projects in York County
February Hearings Will Gather Public Input on PPL Proposals for Transmission Line Construction, Improvements and Other Related Work
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission’s (PUC’s) Office of Administrative Law Judge has scheduled public input hearings to gather feedback on multiple applications filed by PPL Electric Utilities Corporation (PPL) for electric transmission line projects.
These projects involve constructing, rebuilding, and upgrading key transmission lines and associated facilities in parts of Chanceford, East Hopewell, and Hopewell townships in York County, which PPL says are necessary to address transmission reliability issues associated with data center load growth in the mid-Atlantic region.
CONSERVATION DISTRICT DIRECTORS SWORN IN
Commissioner Carol Duffy swore-in McKean County Conservation Directors on January 10th. Commissioner Tom Kreiner will serve a one-year term as a Commissioner Director. This will be his second term as a Conservation District Director
Kimberly A. (Wetherbee) Warriner, 61, of Wellsboro, PA.
Kimberly A. (Wetherbee) Warriner, 61, of Wellsboro, passed away Friday January 17, 2025, surrounded by family, at UPMC Williamsport.
She was born August 29, 1963 in Blossburg, to Gordon A. and Marjorie G. (Mudge) Wetherbee, she earned her Associate’s Degree and on October 15, 1988, married Timothy Warriner. Kim worked at Dunham’s Department Store in Wellsboro, and for more than 20 years managed the Sporting Goods and Automotive Departments at Walmart, and was a Teachers’ Aide in the Wellsboro School District. She loved community events, especially Dickens and Laurel Festival, and enjoyed photography especially taking pictures of people who weren’t her, Kim also enjoyed bird watching. Kim was an avid sports fan, and served as an assistant coach of the Wellsboro Middle School softball team and the Wellsboro High School volleyball team, and was very supportive of the school teams and enjoyed the high school band performances. But most of all Kim loved her family and was a devoted mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend.
Winter Weather Event Expected Tonight Through Wednesday Morning In Northern Cattaraugus County
Heavy snow will begin in Northern Cattaraugus County tonight, January 19. Between 1-2 feet of snow expected with a snowfall rate of 1 inch per hour at times. Heavy snow will begin in Jefferson, Lewis, and Oswego Counties Monday afternoon, January 20. Between 2-3 feet of snow expected with snowfall rates of 1-2 inches per hour at times. Visibility will be low and travel will become dangerous. Temperatures will feel as low as 15-20 degrees below zero during this time. Winds of 25-35 mph are expected which may knock down trees and power lines. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Lake Effect Snow Warning for Cattaraugus County until Wednesday, January 22, at 10:00 a.m. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Lake Effect Snow Warning for Oswego County until Wednesday, January 22, at 1:00 p.m. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Lake Effect Snow Warning for Jefferson and Lewis Counties until Wednesday, January 22, at 7:00 a.m. Please see the following link for more information on the Weather Warnings: https://alerts.weather.gov/search?area=NY
- Avoid travel if possible. Expect delays and closures. If you can’t avoid traveling: clean off your vehicle before driving. Drive slow, and don’t use cruise control. Roads can be slick even if they just look wet. Leave extra distance between vehicles and don’t crowd the plows!
- Practice safe shoveling: Dress warmly, stay hydrated, move only small amounts of snow, and take frequent breaks.
- If you’re stranded in a vehicle, avoid carbon monoxide poisoning by running the motor for 10 minutes every hour. While your car is running, open the windows slightly for fresh air. Keep your exhaust pipe clear of snow.
- Watch for signs of hypothermia: confusion, shivering, difficulty speaking, sleepiness, and stiff muscles. Seek medical attention if you experience these symptoms. If no help is available, the victim should be warmed slowly with warm liquids along with dry clothing and blankets.
- Tips to operate generators safely: https://www.dhses.ny.gov/generator-safety
3 APPEAR IN MCKEAN COUNTY COURT FOR SEX OFFENSES
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that several people appeared in McKean County Court for sex crimes. Daniel MERRICK of Smethport appeared at a scheduled plea conference on January 16th and pled guilty to possessing nearly 700 counts of child pornography. He was charged after an investigation by Trooper Robert Whyel of the Computer Crimes Unit of the Pennsylvania State Police.
MERRICK pled guilty to Possessing 698 images of child pornography of prepubescent children – 499 of which depicted indecent contact. District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer: “These crimes carry a sex offender registration requirement of at least 15 years. However, Pennsylvania law requires every defendant convicted of this charge (and several others) to undergo an assessment by the Sex Offender Assessment Board to determine if he meets the definition of a sexually violent predator (or “SVP”). SVPs must register for lifetime. The Board has 90 days to complete the assessment which must occur prior to sentencing.”
Sentencing was scheduled for May 29th. John HODGDON of Wilcox appeared for sentencing before the Court on January 10th. He was sentenced to 13 years to 26 years in state prison plus 3 years of consecutive probation on charges of Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse, Aggravated Indecent Assault, and Child Pornography/Sexual Abuse of Children. He is not eligible for any early parole programs. He is to have no contact with the victim or the victim’s immediate family or unsupervised contact with juveniles, provide DNA, register as a sex offender for lifetime and other terms. He was charged following an investigation by Trooper Anthony Tettis of the Pennsylvania State Police-Ridgway.
Harold KAGARISE of Bradford was sentenced on January 9, 2025 to 15 years to 30 years plus 3 years of consecutive probation for charges of Rape of a Child and Aggravated Indecent Assault of a Child. He is not eligible for any early reentry program. He was previously found to be a sexually violent predator and must register as a sex offender for lifetime. District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer: “Sex offenses against children are the most horrific cases police and prosecutors handle and I applaud the officers for their investigations into these cases. Most importantly, we must always recognize the bravery of the children involved in bringing the crime to the attention of police.
Sentences often do not reflect the true horror the crime has caused. A Court, in imposing a sentence, must follow the sentencing guidelines set by the legislature for the crime. The sentencing code does allow us to seek a higher sentence than that already set by the legislature for some sex offenses including involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and rape of a child for which we can seek a 10 year sentence. The District Attorney’s Office sought the enhanced penalty in these cases to maximize the sentence given the nature of the crimes and the enhanced penalty is reflected in the Court’s sentence. In Pennsylvania, a Court must give a minimum and a maximum sentence that is at least double the sentence. The parole board determines if an offender will be released prior to the expiration of their maximum term but they must serve at least their minimum term.”
Thomas J. Cleary, Jr., 89, of Emporium, PA
Thomas J. Cleary, Jr., 89, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois, DuBois, PA on Friday evening (January 17, 2025). He was born February 10, 1935 in Emporium, PA a son of the late Thomas J. and Julia Hout Cleary.
Tom graduated from Cameron County High School and served with the US Navy from 1956 through 1960. He retired from Cameron County School District where he worked for many years and also was a bus driver for over 38 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 990, Emporium, Christabelle Club, the VFW and St. Mark Catholic Church.
Blessing Box Pantry at Angelica’s Methodist Church receives Donation
The Allegany County Democratic Committee (ACDC) delivered a dozen bags of non-perishable food and personal care items to the Blessing Box on the grounds of the Methodist Church on Park Circle, Angelica. Donations were collected at the recent “Coffee with Democrats” event. This is one way the Democratic Committee lives its motto: “Serving our Community.”
The Blessing Box is a ‘little free pantry’ for the community. It is a mission of the Methodist Church and supported by all of Angelica’s churches and members of the community. It makes available nourishing food and personal care items for anyone in need 24 hours a day.
Martin E. “Marty” Watson, 90 years young, of Sanford, NC, a former longtime resident of Millport, PA
Martin E. Watson
Martin E. “Marty” Watson, 90 years young, of Sanford, NC, a former longtime resident of Millport, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, in his home with his loving family by his side.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Larry A. Packer, age 85, of Middlebury Center, PA
Larry A. Packer, age 85, of Middlebury Center, PA, died on Friday, January17, 2025.
He was born on October 28, 1939 in Dansville, NY, a son of the late Lawrence and Laura (Lawrence) Packer and was married to Marie (Glerum) Packer. Larry was an electrician for most of his live and was a member of the Whitneyville United Methodist Church. He was a member of the IBEW Local 86, Rochester, NY, F&AM lodge # 392, Sodus, NY and enjoyed hunting, square dancing, watching western movies and going to Florida in the winter.
Potter County Youth Show Livestock at the 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show
The 109th 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show was held January 4th-11th at the Pennsylvania Farm Show and Expo Center in Harrisburg.This event boasts as being the largest indoor agriculture event in the nation.
Six youth representing Potter County traveled to Harrisburg to exhibit their market animals at this state show.
Basic Sign Language Course Offered!
How many times do we encounter hearing impaired people and wish that we could communicate with them? As we age, we gradually lose some of our hearing. Sign language can help. Also, mothers of pre-lingual children can use sign language as a tool with their little ones. Here is your opportunity to learn basic sign language that could help you communicate with someone you care about.
The course will cover beginning sign language, including the alphabet, conversational phrases, and a variety of commonly used signs. The instructor will customize the curriculum based on how participants plan to use sign language. Basic facts essential to the correct use of the language will also be addressed. A dedicated student could learn as many as 800 signs, understand signing/interpreting rules, basic deaf culture, and medical situations that cause deafness and loss of hearing.
Basic Sign Language, taught by Sheri Greene, is scheduled for Mondays, February 24 – March 31, 2025, from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Education Council’s office at 5 Water Street, Coudersport. The cost for this 6-week course is $160/person. Registration is required; the deadline is Tuesday, February 18th. To register, visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
Winter Storm Watch Issued January 18 at 3:20AM EST Until January 22 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Heavy lake effect snow possible. Significant accumulations
possible in the most persistent lake snows.
* WHERE…Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie
Counties.
* WHEN…From late Sunday night through Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS…The potential exists for a significant long duration
lake effect snow event. There is considerable uncertainty in exact
band placement and amounts, but multiple periods of heavy snow are
possible. Travel could be very difficult with very poor visibility
and deep snow cover on roads.
INSTRUCTIONS: During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally
heavy snow with greatly reduced visibilities to dry conditions just
a few miles away. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather,
visibility, and road conditions.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY