Elkland SAR Assists in Search For Missing Man in Allegany National Forest

Elkland Search and Rescue
On Tuesday morning at 5:15 am, Elkland Sar was requested by the Sheffield Vol. Fire Dept. to respond to assist them with a search. A 65-year-old male went missing from a hike Monday afternoon and didn’t return to his residence from the Allegheny National Forest. Search operations were run throughout the night in the hopes of locating the individual. At 5 am, the searchers pulled back to rest.
As searchers were being dropped off to start their search tasks in the morning, the individual made his way to a road and was transported back to the Command Post and evaluated by a medical team. ( I apologize for not knowing what agency they were from).
It was noted the individual had a medical emergency while hiking and after resting the night was able to continue walking out in the morning. Also worth noting, was the individual was prepared with a backpack and built a fire to keep warm throughout the night.
Robert M. McCann, 59, of 23 Gilbert Lane, Bradford, PA.

Robert M. McCann, 59, of 23 Gilbert Lane, Bradford, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Carol Ann Scott, 68, of Mount Juliet, TN, formerly of Bradford, PA.

Carol Ann Scott, 68, of Mount Juliet, TN, formerly of Bradford, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at her residence, with her sister and husband by her side.
Born July 1, 1955, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Pearl A. (Weaver) Sloan.
Carol attended Bradford Area school.
On April 3, 1976, in Aiken, she married Robert Scott who survives.
Carol was employed at Pepperell Braiding.
She enjoyed attending bingo, scrabble online, and watching son Matthew in Special Olympics.
Charlie T. Sitterson, 67, of Warren, PA

Charlie T. Sitterson
Charlie T. Sitterson, 67, of Warren, PA, formerly of Orlando, FL, died on Tuesday March 5, 2024, in his home.
He was born March 9, 1956, in Norfolk, VA, he was the adopted son of Jimmie and Mariea Bunn. Charlie was raised in Pinellas Park, FL, moved to Warren, PA in 1980 until 1995, when he relocated Orlando, Flordia.
He worked as a laborer at United Refining in Warren and also worked in construction. Charlie enjoyed cooking for his family and friends, boating, fishing, and watching sports. In his younger years, Charlie excelled in baseball and later softball. He was an avid fan of the Atlanta Falcons and the Little League World Series. He was a member of the Warren Eagles Club #313. In 2018, he returned to Warren to be closer to his family.
Wellsville Police Blotter

Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Wellsville Police arrested Zackery D. Truax, age 29 of Andover, charging him with Harassment 2nd (Violation). The charge stems from an incident that took place on East Pearl Street on February 16th.
Truax was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Justice Thompson. Truax was released and is due back in Wellsville Village Court on April 2nd at 4:30 pm.
Online Auction of Contents of Former Potter Pack Assembly Factory in Roulette, PA
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3/5/2024 TO 3/19/2024 SOFT CLOSE STARTS MARCH 19 AT 7:00 PM INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL MACHINERY, COMPRESSORS, FORKLIFT, INDUSTRIAL WORK TABLES, PUSH CARTS, RACKS, SHELVING AND 50 + VARIOUS TYPES OF WORKING MACHINERY, LARGE AMOUNT OF SCRAP MATERIAL AND MACHINERY
Erwin R. Niles, 85, of Wellsboro, PA
Erwin R. Niles, 85, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Tuesday March 5, 2024, at UPMC Soldiers and Sailors. He was born March 12, 1938, in Wellsboro to Donald G. and Eva A. (Perry) Niles. Erwin was an accomplished cook, served in the National Guard, and worked at Papas Restaurant in Tarpon Springs, FL.

Enjoy Maple Weekend at Sons of Dunn Family Farm on North Ayers Hill Road in Coudersport

Potter – Tioga Maple Producers Association
Sons of Dunn Family Farm is #5 on our brochure!
Join them for the 20th Annual Potter-Tioga Maple Weekend! Red Horse Grill is back this year serving up their deliciousness!

God’s Country Kettle Corn will make its 2024 opening appearance! They also have added maple milkshakes and fresh squeezed lemonade to the lineup this year
Guided Nature Walk Saturday

Talk a guided nature walk at Lyman Run State Park on Saturday, March 9 from 1 PM – 3 PM. We will be hiking to the site of a historic birch still while looking for signs of spring. If it’s too rainy to hike, stop by the Schott Pavilion to learn about the historic birch processing industry in Potter County. Be prepared with a raincoat, hiking shoes, hiking poles/sticks, and water.
Meet at the Schott Pavilion above the beach house. No pre-registration required.
No pre-registration required. Please note that our flush restrooms are closed for the season. For more information, visit https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/lyman_run_state_park, call 814-435-5010 or email lymanrunsp@pa.gov
Potter County Animal Assistance Project (PCAAP) will be holding a Volunteer Workshop Meeting
Potter County Animal Assistance Project (PCAAP) will be holding a Volunteer Workshop Meeting on Monday, March 11 at 6pm at the Riley Gallery, 131 N. Main St. (next to the Hotel Crittenden,) Coudersport, Pennsylvania.
This meeting is open to the public and we encourage people from across Potter County to attend, as we need additional volunteers from all areas.
Assistance is needed with everything from fundraising and administrative duties, to grant research and writing, to cat trapping and transportation. We’re looking for new ideas and new members willing to jump in and get involved to keep this project running.
Over the past two years, PCAAP has lost a good deal of the grant support upon which we were founded, making it necessary to cut back some of our programs while we try to get additional grants and raise funds. Our handful of hard-working volunteers are doing the best that they can, but additional assistance is needed to continue the work that we are doing and, hopefully, bring back those programs that we have been forced to cut due to lack of funds and/or lack of volunteers.
Please consider attending this meeting! We also would like to personally invite any Potter County, township and borough officials, as well as local business owners, to attend this meeting and find out what our program is all about.
If you would like to get involved but are unavailable for the meeting, please contact Lori Hansen, PCAAP Secretary, by email at Lhansen@zitomedia.net or by text at 814-389-5599 so you can be added to the mailing list and get updates on volunteer opportunities.
Seneca Highlands Iu9 Is Hiring For Multiple Positions
Full-Time Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant
Full-time opening in schools and early intervention settings throughout Potter, McKean, Elk, and/or Cameron counties. Requirements: Valid PT or PTA license.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education Services, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512 EOE
School Psychologist/Interns, Part-time/Full-time
Full-time position to provide support and services within our area school districts. Services may include evaluations, observations, counseling, and training. School psychologist certification required.
Excellent benefit package, including employer student loan contribution of up to $5,250 per year available.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education Services
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749; (814) 887-5512; EOE
Paraprofessional Full-Time – IU9 Achievement Center South
Full-time 190-day position available at the IU9 Achievement Center South, located in St. Marys PA.; Requirement: High school diploma.; Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Sandy Vossler, HR, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512; EOE
Anticipated Special Education Teacher
Full-time opening in Austin Area School District – Elementary School (anticipated March availability). Special Education Teaching Certificate preferred. Direct questions and letter of interest, application, current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to: Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education, Seneca Highlands IU9
119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512 EOE
Part-Time Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide at Austin Jr./Sr. High School, Emotional Support
Requirement: High school diploma; Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Sandy Vossler, HR, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512; EOE
Part-time Life Skills Paraprofessional Position Available at Woodland Elementary, Emporium, PA
Requirement: High school diploma. Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands IU9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, (814) 887-5512
EOE
Full-Time or Part-time CBVI Job Coach in McKean/Elk/Potter Counties
The CBVI job coach is a part-time position (a maximum of 29 hours/week) at an hourly rate to be determined at the time of hire. This position requires a high school diploma or GED-equivalent with preference given to associates and/or bachelors degree holders and/or those with relative experience working with teenagers or young adults. The ability to obtain Act 34, 151, and FBI clearances, along with a clean driving record is required. The job coach must complete substitute teacher training or job coach training certification, as well as first aid certification. They must also participate in the IU9’s annual in-service and quarterly CBVI meetings. Responsibilities may include light physical demands and hours may be scheduled outside of normal school day hours.
The CBVI job coach provides transportation, supervision, instruction, and assistance to students and recent graduates with disabilities in a community work setting. The job coach’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Daily activity logs, as well as bi-weekly and monthly assessments
- Maintenance and cleaning of assigned IU9 car
- Assist students with post-training or post-job shadow surveys
- Assist students with completing interest Inventories
- Maintain confidentiality of student records
- Communicate student progress/needs, questions/concerns from worksites, parents, school, etc. to coordinator and other appropriate staff
- Familiarize him/herself with child labor laws and safety standards
The job coach must adhere to IU9, school district, and worksite policies and regulations, including confidentiality of all matters.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Sandy Vossler, HR, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749; (814) 887-5512; EOE
Full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst position working with school districts in McKean, Potter, Elk, and Cameron Counties to develop behavior plans and interventions, conduct observations and assessments as well as provide training and consultation to school personnel to assist in support our students and staff.
Requires BCBA certification; Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to: Julia Anderson, Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9, 119 S Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749; (814) 887-5512; janderson@iu9.org; EOE
Gary E. Freer, 72, of Eldred, PA

Gary E. Freer, 72, of Eldred, PA, passed away on March 4, 2024.
Beloved husband of the late Gail M. (Taylor) Freer; dearest father of Cynthia M. Cooney, Scott C. (Lori) Freer, Jason E. Freer and Kristen T. (Carl) English; grandfather of Shayna, Owen, Jasmine, Jacob, Taylor and Brooke; loving son of the late Gordon C. and Jeanie M. (Mix) Freer; brother of Roxanne (Donald) Curtis; also survived by nieces.
Gary graduated from Otto-Eldred Jr. Sr. High School in 1969. He worked at Ethan Allen Furniture as a sewing machine mechanic in Eldred, PA until the factory closed. Gary was an avid fisher, hunter, and loved to spend his time watching dirt track racing.
No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com
Information Sessions Scheduled for Penn College LPN Courses
Penn College has scheduled an Information Session for their upcoming LPN course. When you enroll in the full-time Practical Nursing program, you will be on your way to a fulfilling career in just one year. With skilled faculty, hands-on learning labs, 1,546 hours of instruction, and access to Penn College student services, you’ll be confident and ready to take the Practical Nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-PN), and if you want to advance your career, we have pathways to get you there.






















