William A. “Bill” Thomas, 62, of Emporium, PA passed away at his residence on Monday morning (March 25, 2024). He was born September 11, 1961 in St. Marys, PA a son of the late Robert L. Thomas and Nancy L. Spellenberg Thomas.
Bill worked at GKN for many years and later at a golf coarse in Douglasville, Georgia.
Belmont, NY–This morning at 4:52 am, we were dispatched mutual aid to Belmont along with Angelica Fire and Rescue and Belmont Fire Company INC. to Park Circle in Belmont for a reported structure fire. Scio 2 and crew along with Scio 502 responded. The quick work to attack the fire lead to a great stop and stopped the fire from spreading. Great work to all departments. All Scio units were back in service around 6:00 am.
Judith S. “Judy” Wurm, 74, of 203 Clarion Street, Wilcox, PA passed away Sunday night, March, 24, 2024 at Penn Highlands-DuBois following a lengthy illness. She was born on April 1, 1949 in Kane, PA, a daughter to the late Joseph and Grace Kahle Zimmerman. On November 18, 1972 in St. Marys, PA she married Robert P. “Bob” Wurm, and he survives.
A lifelong resident of Wilcox, Judy was a 1968 graduate of Wilcox High School. She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Wilcox. She loved spending time with her family and caring for her home and enjoyed crocheting blankets.
Judy had retired from Keystone in St. Marys after over 35 years of service.
ESPORTS
The regular spring seasons have wrapped up for four of the college’s esports teams and three of them — Valorant, Overwatch 2 and Rocket League — will step into playoff action the week of April 1. The Valorant team is seeded No. 1, the Overwatch 2 team is seeded No. 2 and the Rocket League team is seeded No. 3.
Team managers recently assessed their regular seasons and playoff outlooks:
Valorant
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Covington Township, Tioga County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 3/21/2024 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Covington Township, Tioga county. 78a57(a) – CONTROL, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL OF PRODUCTION FLUIDS – Operator failed to collect brine and other fluids produced during operation of the well in a tank, series of tanks, or other device approved by the Department for subsequent disposal or reuse. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-03-21 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford launched a new brand marketing campaign on Tuesday, March 26, which university officials believe will help them more effectively communicate the benefits of a Pitt-Bradford education and the University of Pittsburgh degree.
“This new campaign will convey the exceptional value our students receive,” said Rick Esch, Pitt-Bradford president. “At Pitt-Bradford, our students are part of a welcoming community where they can explore and belong and receive the inspiration and support they need to lead in their lives and their careers. And, as part of the University of Pittsburgh, they receive a degree that is forged in quality and commands respect around the world.”
The new campaign was developed by Red Cactus Marketing, a firm based in Tucson, Ariz., and was based on research conducted by Red Cactus, Prescience Associates and Stamats Inc. The research, which included surveys and focus groups, was conducted over the last several months and included faculty, staff, students, alumni and prospective students.
During that research, Esch said, four central pillars about Pitt-Bradford surfaced:
“Our audits ensure that counties are properly using state funds to protect at-risk children,” DeFoor said.
By law, the department audits the fiscal reports that county CYS agencies submit to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) which document how state funds are used to protect children.
The audit reports, which were shared with counties and DHS upon completion, are available online using the links provided below:
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced plans to begin a bridge preservation project along Route 4017 (Shay Town Road) on a bridge that spans Bell Run, approximately five miles south of Shinglehouse in Sharon Township, Potter County. This work will improve safety and ride quality for motorists traveling over the bridge and improve the overall condition of the bridge from “poor” to “good”.
The bridge will be closed to traffic beginning April 8, 2024, as crews perform preservation work. A detour will be in place utilizing Route 1009 (Bell Run Road) and Route 44. This project is expected to last two to three months. All work is weather dependent.
This ongoing bridge preservation effort in Potter County also included work on a bridge along Route 219 that was completed last year, and includes future work on another Route 219 bridge to be completed later this year. PennDOT will issue an advisory as upcoming work is scheduled.
Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center proudly celebrates Grace Pollock from Northern Potter as our Student of the Week in the Culinary Arts program. Grace, a second-year student, is immersing herself in the intricacies of the hospitality industry. With remarkable intuition, she adeptly organizes the lab, whether addressing sanitation needs or managing kitchen stations, often completing tasks without direct instructor guidance. While undecided about her post-graduation plans, Grace is actively seeking employment opportunities preferably aligned with her training. Congratulations, Grace!
James Paul Mayer, 53, of Wellsboro, PA passed away peacefully at home after an extended illness on March 15, 2024. James was born on May 4, 1970 in Elmira NY, a son of the late Sheldon and Barbara (Crane) Mayer.
James grew up in Elmira, NY and graduated from the Boces program in 1993. Shortly after his graduation, James joined the US Army National Guard. During his service, he was sent to NYC after the 9/11 attack for search and rescue and subway detail. About a year later, James was deployed to Afghanistan, Operation Enduring Freedom. James demonstrated true valor, honor and commitment to his country as he proudly served. James could be summed up in three words: family, God and country.
James loved to help others whether it was just taking someone somewhere or to help fix whatever needed to be done. There was no job too big for him to try to tackle. He loved to go camping with his family, play his video games, and watch his army movies (shows) in his free time.
Despite all this hobbies, nothing gave James more joy than the time he spent with this family; this above all was his greatest and most treasured passion. In the 53 years that James lived, he was so many things to so many people. He was a son, a brother, a hero, a husband, a dad, a papa, an uncle and friend. James truly had a heart of gold, always looking out for others, lending a listening ear, or his arms for a hug. James did not live for just his happiness but for the happiness of others. He was taken from us far too soon, but leaves behind a legacy and a lifetime of memories that will forever be in our hearts.
Town of Wirt, NY–On March 24, 2024, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation out of SP Amity arrested Johnathan T. Russell, 40 with no known address for Attempted Murder of a Police Officer- 3 counts, Attempted Murder – 2 counts, Robbery 1st, Burglary 3rd, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd, Reckless Endangerment 1st, Assault 2nd, Resisting Arrest and Obstruction of Governmental Administration.
On March 24, 2024, at approximately 2:00 P.M., Troopers out of SP Amity were conducting area interviews on State Route 275 in the town of Wirt regarding a burglary in the area. Troopers identified footprints in the snow and contacted the homeowner in Florida. No person was supposed to be at the house, and no one had permission to be on the property.
Troopers approached the detached garage where the footprints led and were later identified as Russell’s. Russell refused to exit but was communicating audibly. Troopers got permission to use forced entry and upon gaining entry to the garage, Russell fired a single gunshot from inside the garage.
Troopers backed off and Russell fled into the wooded area behind the property carrying a weapon.
Troopers set up a perimeter and positively identified Russell. Russell was observed on County Route 8 in a vehicle that he had just stolen at gunpoint. Troopers were able to force Russell to park the vehicle. Russell fled into the wooded area where he was taken into custody.
Russell was arraigned in the town of Wirt Court and remanded to the Allegany County Jail without bail. The felony hearing has been scheduled for March 27th.
The original NYSP Police Report listed the charges as Murder. That was not accurate. Russell is charged with Attempted Murder.
HARRISBURG – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) and Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) today announced more than $914,500 in funding for two transportation projects in Keating Township, McKean County.
The township was awarded $400,000 for reconstruction of the Bordell Road Bridge and $514,523 for reconstruction of Reilly Hollow Road.
Raymond Petteys, Jr., 65, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Sunday (March 24, 2024) at his home in Port Allegany.
He was born January 20, 1959 in Port Allegany, the son of Raymond Petteys, Sr. and Judith (Chilson) Petteys. In Port Allegany, PA, he married Linda VanSickles, who survives.
Ray was a graduate of Port Allegany High School and worked at Ethan Allen Co. of Eldred, PA.
He was a member of the Port Allegany Fire Department.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
HARRISBURG – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), Republican chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy (ERE) Committee, is calling on the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to engage in an honest conversation about orphaned and abandoned wells in the Commonwealth.
Causer’s comments came after an ERE hearing Monday in which DEP and several like-minded special interest groups continued to blame today’s conventional oil and gas producers for wells abandoned many decades or even more than a century ago, rather than focusing on initiatives that would actually resolve the problem.
“DEP’s propensity for publicizing incorrect, incomplete and misleading data is a major impediment to our efforts to plug wells that were abandoned so long ago that no responsible party remains to plug them,” Causer said. “I think we all want to see the influx of federal dollars for well plugging be used wisely, but there are some significant impediments to that, including DEP’s flawed database.”
It is with mixed emotions we announce the sale of three of our locations to Rite Aid. It was a decision we did not reach lightly. Due to poor insurance reimbursement, independent pharmacies across the country are being forced to close their doors. Pharmacy organizations representing all sectors of retail pharmacy have been aggressively asking legislators to address these issues with the pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) for quite some time. Unfortunately, they have been slow in taking action. It simply is not a sustainable business model when total reimbursement is less than the costs we pay for medications.
Thank you to everyone in surrounding communities that have supported our business over the years. We appreciate you. It has been our pleasure to take care of your prescription needs.
A huge thank you to ALL of our employees, both past and present. We value each and every one of you. You are what made our business successful for over 40 years.
We are grateful that Rite Aid remains committed to serving rural Pennsylvania and has offered employment to all of our current staff in Potter and McKean counties. No action is required on your part to transfer your prescriptions. All of the prescriptions from our Eldred and Smethport locations will be automatically transferred to Rite Aid in Port Allegany and all of the prescriptions from our Coudersport pharmacy will be automatically transferred to Rite Aid in Coudersport. The last day of business in our Smethport location will be Monday, April 8th, Eldred will be Tuesday, April 9th, and Coudersport will be Wednesday, April 10th.
Please note that there is no change to our Westfield and Elkland locations. With a more diverse and better payor mix in Tioga County, those stores will continue to remain open and it will be business as usual. Once again, we are continuing to operate our stores in Westfield and Elkland.
We sincerely appreciate the support of our valued patients over the past several decades. It has been a privilege to serve you.
Buchanan Brothers Pharmacy
John Cottillion
John L. Cottillion, 88, of Warren, PA, died Sunday morning, March 24, 2024, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness. He was born October 5, 1935, in Warren, PA. He was the son of George and Kathryn Cottillion. John was a lifelong Warren area resident.
He was a 1954 graduate of Warren Area High School. John had served with the U.S. Army from September 11, 1956, to September 11, 1958, as a Private First Class.
John was employed in the bookkeeping department as an accountant with United Refining Company. He was a former member of the Warren Archery Club and thoroughly loved hunting, especially archery season.
Lois Jean Schueltz, 92, formerly of 15 Applewood Lane, Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born March 26, 1931, in Warren, she was a daughter of the late Howard and Mabel (Walker) Hulings. She was a 1948 graduate of Beatty High School, in Warren.
On June 13, 1953, in the Grace Lutheran Church in Warren, she married Herbert A. Schueltz, who preceded her in death on October 16, 2016.
Lois was formerly employed as a secretary at Pennsylvania State University, and for nearly 10 years at the Hanley Company.
Lois was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church where she played the piano, and was a Sunday School Teacher, Lector, sang in the Choir and was a Greeter.
She enjoyed playing the piano, reading, solving Sudoku puzzles, and being a wonderful friend.
James H. McCUTCHAN, 83, of Wellsville, NY, died Sunday, March 24, 2024 in his home.
Born May 28, 1940, in Nogales, AZ, he was the son of Verne C. and Virginia Reese McCutchan.
A graduate of Miami High School, Miami, AZ, he attended Scottsdale Community College, Scottsdale, AZ, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, and the University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, where he graduated on June 1, 1968 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. In 1986, he earned a professional degree, Certified Public Manager (CPM).
Robert L. Henderson, 76, of 10 South Fourth Street, Bradford, PA passed away, Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the Pavilion at BRMC.
Born on July 28, 1947, in Bradford, he was a son of the late William and Virgina (Maben) and Henderson. He was a 1965 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On March 28, 1966, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was honorably discharged March 27, 1969.
Bob traveled throughout the country working in healthcare most of his career, finally settling in Bradford and working for Bradford Regional Medical as a Cardiac Monitor Tech until his retirement. He worked for over 40 years in healthcare.
Bob loved going to the casino, cruises, and video games on his Kindle. He was a avid Buffalo Bills fan and had a love for animals.
Thomas M. Yohe, 65, of State Street, Bradford, PA passed away Monday, March 25, 2024, with his wife by his side, at his home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
