We are asking for the public’s help regarding any information on several shots that were fired this morning at approximately 2:20 a.m. on the 100 and 200 Block of King St. .
Patrols responded to this report but were unable to locate any victims or anyone that had information regarding this incident.
Please contact the Criminal investigation unit at 716-376-5673 or dispatch at 716-376-5677 if you have any information.
At 0529 this morning city firefighters were dispatched to Metalico for an outside fire in the scrapyard. With help from Metalico employees, the pile was pulled apart and doused with water. Shift 1 was called in to cover additional calls.
Pamela J. Lance, 64, of Emporium, PA formerly of Colorado, passed away at her residence, Emporium, PA on Friday afternoon (June 7, 2024) following a lengthy illness. She was born March 3, 1960 in Lakewood, Colorado a daughter of the late Jack and Jean (Johnson) Lance.
Pam graduated from Lakewood High School, in Colorado, in 1978. She and her husband Fred owned and operated Fred McBride contracting company in Colorado for many years.
CARE for Children’s 22nd annual basketball mini-camp for school-age children was held Wednesday evening at Callahan Park in Bradford. The camp provides the opportunity for both boys and girls of all abilities to work on gross and fine motor skills, socialization, and physical fitness.
CARE therapists, teachers, and staff; along with volunteer coaches from the community were each paired with a team and the coaches worked with their team throughout camp. Campers visited skill stations which focused on different activities including passing, dribbling, shooting, layups, ball handling and defense. Each child in attendance received a t-shirt and a basketball.
A post camp celebration was held at Pizza Hut to mark CARE for Children’s 100th anniversary. Campers and their family members were treated to pizza, cake and cupcakes to mark the occasion.
CARE’s basketball mini-camp was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bradford, a grant from Rotary District #7280, and the Italian American Progressive Club (IAPC). Volunteers from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford helped prepare the basketballs for the event. CARE’s therapeutic recreation programs are sponsored in part by the United Way of the Bradford Area, Inc.
CARE for Children is a non-profit organization which provides pediatric therapy services, early learning programs, child safety and injury prevention initiatives, therapeutic recreation programs, and community outreach services for children of all abilities in McKean County, Pennsylvania and the surrounding region.
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2023 Pennsylvania State Laurel Queen Emma Podobinski will crown her successor on Saturday, June 15.
The 82nd Annual Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival with activities for all ages gets underway this Saturday, June 8 and continues through Sunday, June 16 in Wellsboro.
Kicking off the festival this Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine is the Family Day and Children’s Health Fair on The Green. There will be 44 booths with information, games to play for prizes and creative projects to do on-site and take home and free giveaways from backpacks and hacky sacks to bike helmets for Infants to 12-year-olds while supplies last and a
free playground ball or a foam 8-inch football for youngsters attending.
This Sunday, June 9, is the Pet Parade. Children with pets of all types from dogs to ducks and decorated bicycles, wagons and battery-operated three or four wheelers will gather to register for free or check in and for judging at 12:25 p.m. in the Packer Park picnic area behind the Wellsboro Active Living Center parking lot on Queen Street. At 1:30 p.m., the parade will leave the park, travel up Main Street to The Green where all children will receive ribbons. Special awards will also be presented.
Every night, Monday, June 10 through Friday, June 14, will be a free concert with different entertainers. Donations are always appreciated.
For the annual Arts & Crafts Fair, 85 artisans will be on The Green with unique, handcrafted items and 25 vendors on the International Street of Foods offering delectable delights on Friday, June 14 from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Maxine Taucher, 97, previously of Highland Road in Kane, PA passed away Friday (June 7) at UPMC-Kane. She was born on April 3, 1927 in Kane, the daughter of the late Maximilian and Theresa (Ostrouska) Taucher.
Maxine graduated from Kane High School in 1945. She worked her entire career as a Field Clerk for National Fuel Gas Co. She was an active member of St. Callistus Catholic Church, where she had helped to provide funeral luncheons to hundreds of families throughout the years.
Alice M. Gannon, 92, of Mt. Jewett, PA died on May 28, 2024, at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center following a determined and courageous journey.
Born on February 4, 1932, in Kane, PA, she was the daughter of Allan S. and Margaret (Tracy) Monroe.
Alice was a 1949 graduate of Bennett High School in Buffalo, NY and a University of Rochester School of Nursing graduate in 1953. She received her Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from Clarion State College in 1977 and earned her Master of Science in Education Degree from Canisius College in Buffalo, NY in 1992.
Alice began her career after graduation as a Registered Nurse at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. In 1954 she accepted a position at Bellevue Hospital in New York City where she served as Head Nurse and was the Supervisor of the Ambulance Service and Disaster Unit. Alice worked as a nurse at Richmond Memorial Hospital in Staten Island, NY. until 1960, then she devoted the next 17 years to the love and care of her growing family. In 1977 she continued her career as a supervisor for the McKean County VNA until 1979. Alice returned to Buffalo, NY in 1983 and worked at Independent Health as a Utilization Review Specialist until her retirement in 1994.
On June 7th, 2024, at approximately 5:00 PM, following an investigation by the Cuba Police Department Narcotics Unit, Cuba Police arrested Robert C. Schappacher (43) of Friendship, NY.
Schappacher was arrested after a Grand Jury issued an indictment warrant on charges of criminal possession of a controlled substance 3rd (Felony), criminal sale of a controlled substance 3rd (Felony), criminal possession of a controlled substance 5th (Felony) and criminal sale of a controlled substance 5th (Felony).
Schappacher was processed, placed in front of a judge and sent to the Allegany County Jail on no bail.
Schappacher is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. These charges stem from the alleged sale of methamphetamine in the Town and Village of Cuba. The Narcotics Unit was assisted by the Allegany County District Attorney’s Office.
The Cuba Police Department would like to take this time to remind residents of the dangers of these narcotics. We ask that if you have any information on these types of illegal activities you contact our narcotics unit at 585-968-1666 or via our confidential tip email at tips@cubapd.org.
MSG: DISPATCHED: 06/07/24 10:53:26
MVAI : MVA WITH INJURIES
5465 ROUTE 49, Apt , DEERFIELD
Dept 6,14,25,26, Wellsboro hospital medics dispatched for a MVA reported one vehicle over the embankment. Chief 5-20 had been driving that way and stopped to assist and provided some updated information. Captain 3-80 stopped to assist as well. Chief 6-20 and Rescue 6-8 arrived on scene and Rescue 6-8 began to evaluate the patient. Patient had no injuries. Chief 6-20 recalled dept 14 and the medics. Ambulance 26-6 arrived on scene and did a quick verbal confirmation that dept 6 would handle the patient refusal as they got dispatched to another call in Westfield. Dept 6 remained on scene for a short while longer while Whites repair removed the vehicle and then all Dept 6 units went back into service.
Please slow down when seeing emergency personnel at the scene of an emergency
On June 8, at 12:58 am Corydon and Bradford Twp. Fire Depts. and Bradford City Ambulance were dispatched to assemble at Tracy Ridge Campground for a land rescue of people deep on the North Country Trail a 50 year old male is having a medical emergency. Allegheny Forrest Service is also dispatched
Carroll David GOODLIFF, 96, of Belmont, NY, died Thursday, June 6, 2024 in his home.
Born November 24, 1927, in Nile, he was the son of Homer Grant and Blanche Rose Swartout Goodliff. He was married to the former Helen Elizabeth Reynolds, who predeceased him on February 1, 2021. He attended the one room schoolhouse in Nile and later Friendship Central School.
David James “Jimmy” Geci, 80, of Austin, PA, formerly of Emporium and St. Marys, passed away on the morning of June 4, 2024, at UPMC Cole in Coudersport, PA, following a brief illness. David lived a full and vibrant life, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories.
David had a deep passion for the outdoors. He loved hunting, fishing, and found great joy in working outside, especially when it came to pulling dandelions. His connection with nature was profound, and he took pride in maintaining and nurturing the environment around him.
David attended St. Mary’s Schools and then served his country with honor and distinction in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He married the late Sharon Gennocro Geci in Emporium, sharing many loving years together.
David was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. His warmth, kindness, and unwavering support were felt by all who knew him. His presence will forever be missed, and his memory will live on in the hearts of those he touched.
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – A 24-year-old Coudersport man was indicted on a murder charge by a Lewis County grand jury on Friday, June 7.
Jacob Vanbergen of Coudersport, Pa. was handed an indictment for second-degree murder in the alleged killing of 39-year-old Brandon Shepker, also of Coudersport, Pa., on January 6 at the Ridge View Lodge in Lowville. Shepker was sharing a room with Vanbergen when the alleged incident occurred.
Potter County man charged with murder in Lewis County death
Authorities investigated and alleged injuries were “consistent with a physical altercation and strangulation.”
