Patients received Thanksgiving meal at BRMC, OGH
Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, brought some holiday cheer to the patients who could not be home with their families for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Patients at BRMC, OGH as well as residents at the Pavilion, were offered a festive holiday meal. In addition, patients also received a complimentary meal for an invited guest to dine with them on Thanksgiving Day.
“This time of year, is always so special, and I am grateful to be involved in the meal program for our patients. Bringing joy and enhancing our patients’ overall experience is a top priority for us,” said Robert Holzer, interim general manager, food and nutrition services. “Being away from loved ones during the holidays can be difficult. We hope this small gesture helps make our patients’ Thanksgiving a little brighter.”
The Thanksgiving meal consisted of roast turkey with gravy, homestyle mashed potatoes, herb seasoned stuffing, garlic roasted vegetables, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and any further dietary requirements needed for each patient.
Thomas E. “Tom” Wilson, 77, a lifelong resident of Hebron, PA.
Thomas E. Wilson “beloved husband”
Thomas E. “Tom” Wilson, 77, a lifelong resident of Hebron, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Born on Wednesday, August 13, 1947 in Coudersport, he was a son of James E. and Delores V. Gilbert Wilson. On April 19, 1965 in Olean, NY, he married Ruth L. Hanley, who survives.
Tom was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1965. After graduating he worked with his father in the family business.
Tom was a member of Eulalia Lodge #342 F&AM, Coudersport and was a member of the Coudersport Consistory. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing softball and baseball. He very much enjoyed his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. His greatest loves were his wife, his family, and animals of all kinds.
Shapiro Administration Announces New Military License Plates to Honor Pennsylvania Veterans
Today, the Shapiro Administration announced a new selection of military-themed license plates are available. Recently passed legislation allows the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to offer Pennsylvanians six new license plates honoring military veterans.
“These plates are yet another opportunity to show our appreciation for the sacrifices of our military members and their families,” said PennDOT Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kara Templeton. “As always, we are proud to recognize our military community and their accomplishments.”
Three of the new plates recognize service members who received medals or honors for individual achievements or deployments. The plates are the standard license plate colors of white, blue, and gold and bear a graphic of the medal awarded. For a fee of $26, the plates are available for use on passenger cars or trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds.
These plates include:
LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AMEST SATURDAY FOR CATTARAUGUS AND CHAUTAUQUA
WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
332 AM EST Wed Dec 4 2024
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus-
Including the cities of Jamestown and Olean
332 AM EST Wed Dec 4 2024
...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM
EST SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations
10 to 20 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting
as high as 50 mph will produce considerable blowing and drifting
snow.
* WHERE...Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties. The greatest
accumulations will be across the Chautauqua Ridge.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
will impact the morning and evening commutes on Thursday. Gusty
winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.
Submit snow reports through our website or social media.
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.
Calonae Dawne Copeland, 83, of Smethport, PA.
Calonae Dawne Copeland, 83, of Smethport, passed away Monday (December 2, 2024) at Olean General Hospital in Olean, NY, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 9, 1941 in Saybrook, PA, the daughter of Carl Avery and Lucy Ella (Campbell) Nelson. On August 25, 1979, in Pittsburgh, PA, she married John R. Copeland, who survives. John and Calonae met at The Maples Inn in Crosby while dancing the night away. Together they have traveled the world and built a great legacy for their family.
Mrs. Copeland was a graduate of Smethport High School Class of 1960 and was employed in various jobs over the years. Later in life, she enjoyed giving back to the community by volunteering her time at the Pink Elephant in Smethport.
Calonae was a member of the American Legion Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport, the Smethport VFW Post #2497, the Crosby and Smethport United Methodist Churches and the Norwich Twp. Fire Dept. Auxiliary.
Calonae never met a stranger; spending hours chatting while out running a simple errand. She loved playing the lottery and bingo. In earlier years, she was a member of a bowling league. Calonae enjoyed playing Euchre on Thursday nights at the VFW. She was an avid reader and loved sharing her baked goods with the community. Chances are if you’re reading this you enjoyed her chocolate-covered goodies. Calonae loved her cat, “Baby”, and spending as much time as possible with her family and friends. For almost five decades Calonae rooted for her beloved Pittsburgh Pirates while listening to them broadcast over the radio, and in most recent years, on television. Calonae could be heard from miles away screaming “Let’s Go, Bucs!” Above all else, Calonae loved being “Grandma Calonae.”
Calonae had a servant’s heart and often worried about others before herself, especially when it came to her husband, John.
Calonae’s name was as unique as her. Often mispronounced, Calonae (Kuh-lon-ee) is a Hawaiian name for “The Sky” and given by her mother who had a similarly named pen-pal from Hawaii in the 1930s.
Potter County Jail Board Meeting Postponed
Next public meeting of the Potter County Jail Board, scheduled for Friday, Dec. 6, at the F.W. Gunzburger County Office Building, has been postponed due to the lack of a quorum.
Those with questions or comments about the jail are reminded that they can submit them to the board through email sent to pcjailboard@pottercountypa.net.
Jail Board members are Commissioner Paul Heimel (chair), Sheriff Kevin Siska (vice chair), Commissioner Nancy Grupp (secretary), Judge Stephen Minor, District Attorney Andy Watson, and Commissioner Robert Rossman. Chief Commissioners Clerk Jessica Giebel serves as administrator.
CUBA COUPLE ARRESTED, CHARGED WITH OPERATING MARIJUANA GROW OPERATION
From the US Attorney’s Office,
BUFFALO, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Daniel S. Ackerman, 58, and Ana L. Maldonado-Delgado, 31, both of Cuba, NY, were arrested and charged by criminal complaint with manufacture and possession with intent to distribute 100 or more marijuana plants, which carry a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison, a maximum of 40 years, and a $5,000,000 fine.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Donna Duncan, who is handling the case, stated that according to the complaint, the Cuba Police Department became aware of an operation cultivating marijuana for large scale distribution and launched an investigation. On October 10, 2024, law enforcement executed a search warrant at Ackerman and Maldonado-Delgado’s Farnsworth Road residence. During the search, it was apparent that marijuana was being grown on a large scale, processed, and packaged. Investigators seized 475 growing marijuana plants, 124 dried marijuana plants, a large quantity of processed marijuana, 10 glass jars containing liquid concentrated cannabis, a 9mm pistol, suspected psilocybin mushrooms, two cell phones and drug paraphernalia.
The complaint is the result of an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration, under the direction of Special Agent-in-Charge Frank A. Tarentino III, New York Field Division, the Cuba Police Department, under the direction of Chief Dustin Burch, the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff Scott Cicirello, the Olean Police Department, under the direction of Chief Ron Richardson, and the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb.
The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Port Allegany Small Town Christmas Saturday, December 7th
The Christmas Committee sponsored by the Port Allegany Women’s Club will hold the second annual Small Town Christmas Saturday, December 7 on the Town Square from 3 – 7 p.m. There will be food, vendors, free crafts for the kids, horse rides, alpacas, hayrides, a gingerbread house contest and pictures with Santa. The PAHS Chamber singers will be performing at 3:15 p.m. The ATV Parade will begin at 6 p.m.
All ages are welcome for the Gingerbread House contest. Bring a decorated gingerbread house to the square between 12:30 – 2 p.m. Voting will be done by community members and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will receive cash prizes.
The SXS/ATV parade will line up at 5:30 in the PAHS parking lot. Decorate your SXS/ATV, dress in Christmas clothing and join the parade. The route will be Arnold Avenue to Pearl Street, Pearl Street to Mill Street and Mill Street to the Alliance Church parking lot. Contact Tracy Stone at 814-558-6403 to enter. Must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver’s license to drive in the parade.
Carol Ann Marcus, 81, of 2611 West Washington Street, Bradford, PA.
Carol Ann Marcus, 81, of 2611 West Washington Street, Bradford, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the Olean General Hospital.
Born on July 24, 1943, in Buffalo, NY, she was a daughter of the late Aaron and Mildred (Ballerstein) Graham.
On May 3, 1997, in Sevierville, TN, she married Steven B. Marcus who survives.
Schelvia J. Bliss, 77, of Friendship, NY
Schelvia J. Bliss
Schelvia J. Bliss, 77, of Friendship, passed away Tue., Dec. 3, 2024 at home after a lengthy illness.
Born on October 28, 1947, in Friendship, she was a daughter of Lyman and Evelyn Horton Bliss.
Schelvia was a graduate of Friendship Central School.
She had worked for Jones Chemical Company in Friendship and later was a maintenance worker at the Friendship Rest Area.
Her favorite football team was the Buffalo Bills and she enjoyed watching Walker Texas Ranger movies, but spending time with her family brought her the greatest joy.
Stanley Zimbicki, Jr., 74, of Russell, PA.
Stanley Zimbicki, Jr., 74, of Russell, PA., died suddenly of a heart attack after shooting his buck on the opening day of deer season, November 30, 2024.
He was born in Pittsburgh, PA., on August 21, 1950, he was the son of Dorothy Hoeflich and Stanley Zimbicki, Sr. Stanley has resided in Russell, PA., area for many years. He was employed in Jamestown, N.Y. as a welder at Dawsons, retiring from there.
He was an accomplished trapshooter, he loved to hunt and fish. His greatest joys in life were spending time with his family and friends. He is remembered for being a great dad, husband and brother.
Edward E. Sayers, 83, of Bradford, PA.
Edward E. Sayers, 83, of Bradford, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on February 5, 1941, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Paul and Marian (Cobb) Sayers.
He attended Bradford Area High School. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on September 14, 1961, and served until his honorable discharge on January 14, 1966. He received a Good Conduct Medal.
On November 23, 1963, in St. Bernard Church he married Delores “Dee” (Henderson) Sayers, who survives.
SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR MOUNT JEWETT STUDENTS REACHES $1 MILLION
BRADFORD, Pa. — When Mary Ann Lambertsen endowed a scholarship at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford in memory of her parents in 2012, she never imagined it would grow as much as it has.
After her first gift of $100,000 to set up the Anna and Art Turnquist Mount Jewett Scholarship fund, she kept contributing and enjoyed meeting each year with her scholarship students – either in person or via teleconference. This spring, her fund reached $1 million and has helped 197 students from Mount Jewett and Kane.
Lambertsen, a former Fisher-Price executive, said she didn’t set out to reach $1 million in her fund. “Over the years it added up to that, and I’m delighted because it means more opportunity for students.”
Earlier this fall, Lambertsen, who has moved from the area, was able to visit campus in person and meet some of the 25current students receiving help from a Turnquist scholarship.
“They were very polite and very thankful for the scholarship, so that pleases me,” she said. Lambertsen always has something in common with her scholarship recipients since she grew up in Mount Jewett, 25 miles south of Bradford, and graduated from Kane High School in 1957.
Jerry P. Schwab, 80, of 287 Minard Run Road, Bradford, PA
Jerry P. Schwab, 80, of 287 Minard Run Road, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born July 7, 1944, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Joseph and Opal (Nuhfer) Schwab. He was a 1962 graduate of Otto Eldred High School.
On October 9,1965, he married Linda C. (Mesler) Schwab, who preceded him in death on June 16, 2021.
Jerry had been employed at Zippo Manufacturing Company prior to his retirement. After he retired, he was a delivery man for Ott & McHenry Pharmacy.
Jerry enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren.
Recalls
Blue Ridge Beef Issues Voluntary Recall Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix Due to Salmonella Contamination
STATESVILLE, NC – December 2, 2024 – Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 9,60lb of their 2 lb log Puppy Mix Lot #08/06/N25 & 08/16/N25 UPC 854298001696 due to a contamination of Salmonella. (Lot numbers are stamped in the clips on the end of the chubs/bags)
Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Daryl John “DJ” Bauer, 65, of Bedford, NH
Daryl John “DJ” Bauer, 65, of Bedford, NH passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8th, 2024.
He was born in St. Mary’s, PA on March 22nd, 1959, to the late Clarence and Phyllis (Ford) Bauer. DJ attended Williamsport Community College and completed his certification in Construction Carpentry.
Most recently, DJ worked as a technician at L3 Harris. Prior to that he worked as a dedicated carpenter and Project Manager for 27 years.
DJ was a man of many interests. He was an avid billiards player and baseball enthusiast as well as a die-hard New England sports fan. He was especially proud to have witnessed the Red Sox end their 86-year World Series drought in 2004. DJ’s passion for sports extended from playing to coaching little league baseball as well as soccer, where he instilled a love of the game in countless young athletes. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends; however, most of all he cherished being a Papa to his granddaughters, who he took every opportunity to show off. DJ was someone you could always count on to go out of his way to support your endeavors, and would tell you when he was proud of you.
Sheila Gabreski named 2024 Ella Reagle Staff Assistant Award by Penn State University
COUDERSPORT, Pa. – The Ella Reagle Staff Assistant Award was established in honor of Ella Reagle, who served the College of Agricultural Sciences and Extension for thirty years. This award, endowed by the family of Ella Reagle, honors an outstanding staff assistant who demonstrates the dedication and hard work that was characteristic of Ella.
Penn State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences Dean, Troy Ott, announced last month that Sheila Gabreski, Penn State Extension Office Manager in Potter County, has received the 2024 Ella Reagle Staff Assistant Award.
Sheila Gabreski has served the local community with Penn State Extension for 14 years. Most notably, farmers, gardeners, 4-H members, and others who reach out to this office recall Sheila’s warm personality and helpful nature. In 2023 alone, she helped serve 649 walk-in customers, one of the most frequented offices in the state. Behind the scenes, she supports programs throughout the community by providing educators across the state access to our facilities, community contacts, marketing of programs, approval of contracts, and local management of funds and grants. She has personally assisted groups like the North Central Beekeepers Association, Potter County Community Garden, and the Penn State Master Gardener Program.
Outside the office, Sheila volunteers as a 4-H leader, keeps a beautiful home garden, and lives with her family here in Coudersport on their small farm.
Congratulations, Sheila, on this great honor.
Cattaraugus County Travel Advisory CANCELED
Cattaraugus County Sheriff: Travel Advisory CANCELED. The lake effect snow warning continues through 7PM tonight, and a winter weather advisory in place from Wednesday evening through late Thursday night. For additional weather info visit weather.gov/buf As of 12/3/24 at 11:30AM.
Penn State Extension offers short course to prepare for private pesticide applicator certification exams
Prospective pesticide applicators can gain a foundation of knowledge about safe and proper handling and use of pesticides by attending the “Private Pesticide Applicator Short Course,” a Penn State Extension workshop aimed at those who would like to become certified private pesticide applicators. Private applicators include those who intend to purchase and apply restricted-use pesticides to the property they or their employer own or rent to produce an agricultural commodity, including nurseries and greenhouses.
This event, portions of which may be livestreamed, is designed to help participants prepare for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s private pesticide applicator certification exam. Instructors will review and highlight key material in the Pesticide Core and Supplemental Manual. Small group activities and breaks will take place between chapters.
The workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Dec. 11 and from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Dec. 12 at the Penn State Extension’s Potter County office, 216 Gunzburger Building, 1 N. Main St., Coudersport. Participants can register for the workshop through Dec. 9 for a $40 fee. More information is available on the Penn State Extension website at https://extension.psu.edu/private-pesticide-applicator-short-course-workshop .
Organizers point out that the registration fee does not include study materials. All participants are responsible for obtaining their own private pesticide applicator core certification examination training materials for the class. Instructors recommend ordering training packets in advance on the Penn State Extension website or by calling the Penn State Publications Distribution Center toll-free at 877-345-0691.
