BRMC and OGH Oncology Practices Re-Certified for High-Quality Cancer Care from the Largest Oncology Association in United States
Bradford, PA/Olean, NY – The Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, oncology practices at the Barry Street Health Center and BRMC, have received re-certification by the QOPI® Certification Program, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Association for Clinical Oncology (the Association) and an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (the Society). The QOPI® Certification Program builds on the Society’s Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI®), providing a three-year certification for outpatient hematology-oncology practices that meet nationally recognized standards for quality cancer care.
Mona Kay Sullivan, 85, of Lewis Run, PA.
Mona Kay Sullivan, 85, of Lewis Run, passed away peacefully after a long illness, Thursday, January 23, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family.
Born on May 22, 1939, in Custer City, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth L. and Ida D. (Breese) Torrey. She was a 1957 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On March 22, 1961, at St. Mary’s of the Angels Church in Olean, she married James F. “Jim” Sullivan, who preceded her in death on January 4, 2022.
Kay was employed at McCourt Label, later as the Tax Collector for Lewis Run, Secretary for Lewis Run Boro, and at School Street Elementary in the Latch Key before and after school program. She retired in 2020.
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.
Mary Louise Burns, 89, Of Sheffield, PA.
Mary Louise Burns
Mary Louise Burns passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025. She was born on November 25, 1935, in Sheffield, PA.
She was the daughter of Roy and Mary Sversko Blum. She was a lifelong resident of the Brookston/Sheffield area and was a graduate of Sheffield High School. She loved her family and always thought of others and put everyone’s needs above her own. She made it a point to keep in touch with many friends and family members throughout her life. Mary will be greatly missed by her husband, Larry, whom she married on August 24, 1957, son, Robert Burns, daughters, Linda Young (Jeff), and Cindy Wargo (Dave), three grandchildren, Sara Pittock, Andrew Wargo (Elizabeth), Kathryn Karney (Louis Haas), three great grandchildren, Ryan Wargo, Robert Wargo, Iris Haas, nephew, Christopher Blum, brother-in-law, Fred Burns (Lewelyn), several nieces, nephews, cousins.
PITT-BRADFORD TO HOST ANNUAL STUDENT, FACULTY & STAFF RECITAL
BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford next week will hold its annual Student, Faculty & Staff Recital, which showcases the creativity and passion of several members of the campus community.
The recital, which is free and open to the public, will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, in Bromeley Family Theater in Blaisdell Hall. The hour will feature several different kinds of performances, from musical mashups to poetry.
Ward Dennis Llewellyn, 66, of 35 Onofrio Street, Bradford, PA.
Ward Dennis Llewellyn, 66, of 35 Onofrio Street, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family.
Born on July 9, 1958, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Jack D. and Henrietta (Herbstritt) Llewellyn. Ward attended school in Ohio.
Ward started dating PJ in 1984, then on July 16, 1994, in Limestone, he married Phyllis Jean (Moore) Lewellyn, who survives.
Ward was employed at the Bradford and Olean Perkins Restaurant. He worked at Bradford Electronics and was a route driver for DHL.
Ward was a member of the Eagles Club. He loved to play in pool leagues and shot for the Edge Team. He was also a member in local bands like Not A Clue and Gamblers.
David M. “Delco” Dangelo, 63, of Pittsfield, PA.
David Dangelo
David M. “Delco” Dangelo, 63, of Pittsfield, PA., died Thursday, January 23, 2025, at AHN-St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA., after an extended illness. He was born October 7, 1961, in Warren, PA. He was the son of the late Joseph J. and Catherine V. Babcock Dangelo. David was a lifelong Warren Co. resident. He was a 1979 graduate of Warren Area High School. He was a self-employed auto mechanic. He enjoyed karaoke, going to car shows, riding his four-wheeler. He was a real animal lover.
David G. Murray, 77, of St. Marys
David G. Murray, 77, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
He was born on January 9, 1948 in St. Marys, a son of the late Robert and Valeria Jacob Murray.
David was a graduate of Elk County Catholic High School, class of 1965. He worked in the parts department for many years at Elk Motors and then Stoltz. An avid sports fan, Dave could often be found cheering on the Oakland Raiders and Penn State football. Always a true gentleman with his kind demeanor and caring heart, he was a dedicated and loving dad and father-in-law.
Donald E. Tilton, Jr., 71, of Ulysses, PA
Donald E. TILTON, Jr., 71, of Ulysses, PA, died Wednesday, January 22, 2025 in his home. Born December 8, 1953, in Bath, NY, he was the son of Donald Edward and Madeline Hurlburt Tilton.
On December 31, 1974, in Prattsburgh, NY, he married Katheleen M. Hand, who predeceased him on February 8, 2020. A graduate of Prattsburgh Central School, he attended truck driving school. In addition to driving truck, he worked as a certified nurse’s aide and did architectural drafting.
New Partnership Tackles Snow Squalls, Supports Safer Winter Travel
January 23, 2025
Harrisburg, PA – Winter weather is here, and navigating the unique hazards of snow squalls is crucial for drivers to ensure their safety and the safety of others on the road. Thanks to a new partnership, drivers could soon get more relevant information to help them stay safe on the roads.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike), the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) are teaming up with the National Weather Service (NWS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to prioritize roadway safety and further study how snow squalls affect driving.
PUC to Investigate Pike County Light & Power’s Request to Increase Natural Gas Distribution Rates
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today voted to suspend and investigate a proposed rate increase by Pike County Light & Power (PCL&P) for natural gas distribution service in portions of Pike County.
The Commission voted 5-0 to investigate PCL&P’s proposal to increase its annual operating revenues for natural gas distribution service by approximately $905,900 (35.8%). Under the proposal, the average bill for a residential customer using 80 Ccf per month would increase from $135.78 to $196.08 per month (44.4%).
Tammy L. Church of West Eldred Road
Tammy L. Church of West Eldred Road passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, following an illness.
Tammy was born on May 8, 1964, in Bradford and was the daughter of Patrick H. and Bonnie S. Dunkle McLaughlin. She married Timothy M. Church, who survives.
Career and Technical Students Collaborate to Shape Cutting-Edge Game in Beta Test
A group of enterprising students from the Networking and Engineering programs at the Seneca Highlands CTC experienced a thrilling hands-on opportunity today, beta testing a brand-new, in-development game from Gwoop. The experience kicked off with excitement and anticipation as students logged in to explore the game’s early version, collecting data and feedback crucial to its future success.
Susan A. Valentine, Of Genesee, PA
Susan A. Valentine
Susan A. Valentine, longtime educator, friend, and beloved sister and aunt, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after her battle with cancer.
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.
PITT-BRADFORD TO HOST TWO-DAY WORKSHOP FOR K-12 TEACHERS
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford is offering a free two-day workshop for K-12 teachers to help them integrate Indigenous knowledge and resources into their lesson plans and library collections.
The workshop, “Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge and Resources into K-12 Classroom Practices,” will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 27 and 28 in the Mukaiyama University Room in the Frame-Westerberg Commons. Lunch will be provided both days.
Earl L. Knight, 61, of 68 Main Street, Mt. Jewett, PA
Earl L. Knight, 61, of 68 Main Street, Mt. Jewett, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at his residence.
Born April 30, 1963, in Bradford, he is a son of Anne M. (Perrott) Knight of Bradford and the late Carl A. Knight, Sr. who died in 1976.
Earl attended and graduated from Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf and from Johnstown College with a degree in food preparation.
Earl had been employed at John Williams Bakery, and Bob’s Big Boy.
Michael A. Singer, 85, of Brandy Camp Road, Kersey, PA
Michael A. Singer, 85, of Brandy Camp Road, Kersey, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
He was born on March 3, 1939, in Kersey, PA, a son of the late Merle and Ramona Buttano Singer.
On May 6, 1961, at Maria Lutheran Church, he married the late Joye Anderson Singer, who preceded him in death on November 2, 2022. Together they shared more than 61 years of marriage.
Bradford Police Make Arrest For Burglary
WACKWITZ, STEVEN TODD 18 3502 (A1I) BURGLARY-OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION PERSONS PRESENT (F1) 1 COUNT – 18 5506 LOITERING AND PROWLING AT NIGHTTIME (M3) 18 3503 (A1I) CRIMINAL TRESPASS-ENTER STRUCTURE (F3) 18 3126 (A)(1) INDECENT ASSAULT 18 3127 (A) INDECENT EXPOSURE (M2) Age 34 Race White Gender Male Height 6′ 2″ Weight 160 lbs Hair Blonde Eyes Hazel Presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
ARREST DETAILS Officers investigated an incident where a female victim reported to Bradford City Officers that a known male had entered her home while she was sleeping and laid down in bed with her, awaking her. The victim also stated that while in her home he did indecently expose and assault her.
Officers interviewed Wackwitz and an arrest was made. Wackwitz was arraigned before District Judge Richard Luther who set bail at $50,000 straight. Wackwitz, unable to post bail, was remanded to the McKean County Jail. Location Belleview Ave Bradford, PA 16701 Arrest Date Sep 14, 2024 Incident Type Burglary Reference ID 2024-09140524
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/bradfordpd/68048/arrests/wackwitz-steven-todd-18-3502-a1i-burglary-overnight-accommodation-persons-present-f1
BRADFORD MAN CONVICTED OF INDECENT EXPOSURE
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a one day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Michael Basil WINSTON, of Bradford, was convicted of Indecent Exposure. Officer Terry Fuqua of the City of Bradford Police Department charged WINSTON after investigating a report that, on June 3, 2024, WINSTON exposed his genitals to a female. The victim reported that WINSTON pulled his pants down to expose his genitals and asked her to have sex with him. Assistant District Attorney Gregory A. Henry prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth.
