Rosa Cole playing Goldilocks (left) rehearses a scene where she is being prosecuted by Jayna Brodnicki as Thumbelina.
Once Upon A Crime, The Trial of Goldilocks, by Robert Chauls and Joseph Robinette opens on Thursday, June 13th at 7:00pm at The Warehouse Theatre in Wellsboro. Directed by Titus Himmelberger, the story is a family-friendly romp through the aftermath of Goldilocks’ intrusion into the bears’ home as told in the classic tale, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. In the show, Goldilocks is prosecuted for breaking and entering, and the fairytale testimony takes the audience on hysterical twists and turns with all of our favorite characters offering their version of the story.
Helmuth VanHarte, 80, of Warren, PA, died on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Warren General Hospital after a fall.
He was born on January 25, 1944, in The Hague, Netherlands, and was the son of the late Henricus Wilhemas Marinus and Anna Viktoria Zarzetzki.
Helmuth served with the Dutch Army and was a medic. In 1966, he moved from the Netherlands to the United States and was very proud of his American Citizenship which he received on Aug 6, 1999. Helmuth was a beloved beautician and the owner and operator of Casa Bella Boutique. He was an accomplished Figure Skater, and a lifeguard in the North Sea. Helmuth had a passion for life and loved celebrating it, he never met anyone who wasn’t his friend. Helmuth was an avid world traveler, visiting every continent and, numerous countries. He loved all animals, and those animals sensed it. Helmuth was very active with volunteer work with the WGH, receiving a 2000-hour pin, and also volunteered with Hospice of Warren County.our pin with Hospice of warren county
Patrick Joseph Black, 78, of Russell, PA and formerly of Sugar Grove, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Monday, June 3, 2024, at the John & Orpha Blair Hospice Residence, Warren, PA.
Born March 30, 1946, in Warren, PA, the son of Lester and Mary Taydus Black, he graduated from Youngsville High School in 1964, Edinboro State College with a B.S Education in 1968, and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 1971, with a M. Ed. He resided in the Youngsville area until college graduation. He married Susan Rockwell Black on June 11, 1966, and they moved to Sugar Grove in 1968, where they raised their family together. He moved to Russell in 2010.
Pat was a former member of the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club, Youngsville American Legion, Fraternal Order of Eagles in Warren and Knights of Columbus in Youngsville. He was a member of St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church in Youngsville, where he served as a member and past president of the pastoral council, taught religious education and served on other committees. He enjoyed many years of playing in softball, bowling and golf leagues.
Pat was proud to be a mathematics teacher at Eisenhower High School from 1969 through 2001, spending his entire 32-year teaching career there. After retirement, he continued to tutor students for many years. While at Eisenhower he was Senior Class Advisor, Student Council Advisor and Math Department Chairman. He also served on many committees for the Warren County School District. In addition to the classroom and academics, he was a dedicated and successful coach, winning several league titles. He coached Girls Basketball for 16 years, Girls Softball for 14 years, starting the team in 1972, and also coached Boys and Girls Bowling at Sugar Bowl Lanes in Sugar Grove. He was a PIAA softball umpire for many years after coaching softball.
At 5:11 PM on Wednesday, Mansfield Fire Dept. was dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at 17,000 block of Rt. 6. Homeowner says no fire but didn’t have password. On-scene reports nothing showing. RECALL by Chief 2.
SMETHPORT, Pa. – Penn State Extension is honored to welcome Riley Thompson as the new Agriculture Assistant in the McKean Office.
Riley is currently wrapping up her first year at Oregon State University studying Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences. “Although this a very broad degree, my focus is on agricultural conservation,” says Thompson.
Riley is not new to the agriculture community in the northern tier. She explains “In my spare time I can be found working with our herd of commercial beef cattle on our family farm in Potter County.” Prior to high school graduation she was very involved in Potter and McKean County 4-H, competing in both dairy and livestock shows. She is enthusiastic about connecting farmers, landowners, and other industry professionals in McKean and sharing Penn State’s resources.
When asked what she would say to the McKean public she stated, “I am excited to give back to the agricultural community of McKean County and I can’t wait to work with you!” She will be out in the community this summer, scouting crop fields and meeting with farms.
Riley Thompson can be reached by phone at the McKean County Extension Office at 814-887-5613 ext 101 or by email rst5310@psu.edu or in the office by appointment.
Description: OBSERVATION permit issued on 5/31/2024 to CATALYST ENERGY INC for site (PENNZOIL OIL CO SURFACE) AMOCO WITC 1 in Keating Twp township, McKean county
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 5/29/2024 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Tuscarora Township, Bradford county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites the public to attend a public plan display for its Route 120 (East Fourth Street/Allegany Avenue) roadway reconstruction project on Monday, June 10. The purpose is to introduce the project, share the results of the current engineering studies, and gather public input related to the project.
Attendees will have the chance to review project displays and participate in discussions with project team members from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Emporium Borough office Building located at 421 North Broad Street, Emporium, PA 15834.
The graduating class did their traditional cap toss following the graduation ceremony.
The Port Allegany High School Class of 2024 held commencement exercises May 31 in the school auditorium. The Processional was played by the Commencement Band followed by the Welcome Address given by Miska Young, Class President.
The introduction of speakers was made by Marc Budd, High School Principal.
Theme for the Commencement Address was DAWN. Peyton Stiles spoke on Dedication; Braylon Button spoke on Achievement; Saxon Palmer, Salutatorian, spoke on Willpower and Valedictorian, Levi Wilfong, spoke on New Beginnings.
The Rowan Tree was played by the Commencement Band under the direction of Brad Stewart.
Before Awarding the diplomas, PASD superintendent Gary Buchsen, addressed the audience.
The graduating class of 2024 includes: Drake Stanely Arthurs, Lily Jaylin Babcock, Dezmond Jay Baker, Isaac Jeffrey Barber, Olivia Lynnette Barth, Jennifer Lynn Baxter, Damien J. Bisher, Trenton J. Bunnell, Braylon James Button, Bren R. Carlson, Hanna Rose Carpenter, Erica Joyce Carr, Alana Marie Corey, Colton Cash Crowe, Paige N. Crum-Threadgill, Kayleigha Lynnzee Dowell, Luke Vincent Dunkle, Austin Michael Freer, Amber Lynn Funk, Hannah Jo Hanchett, Zien S. Herzog, Brianne Nichole Hosterman, Franklin Nelson Howard, Jr., Sheryl Melanie Kelley, Kole Andrew Kisko, Henry Jerome Kisler, Cole M. Lannager, Caiden J. Lathrop-Roller, Kendra Delanee McGarvey-Smoker, Jossalynn Kay Mereen, Lacy Jay Morris, Anthony Luis Ortiz, Saxon Austin Palmer, Jasmine Lynn Patterson, Brayden James Pearsall, Anastasia Sydnee Penick, Julia Ann Postlewait, Anastasia Dale Robbins, Aiden Patrick Smith, John Alexander Smith, Peyton J. Stiles, Collin R. Stuckey, Darren G. Tinder, Henry A. Troupe, Damian Michael VanGorder, Levi Patrick Wilfong, Lillian Jolee Wright, Alexander J. Yeager and Miska Andrew Young.
Port Allegany High School recognizes a male and female athlete of the month each month September through May. In September 2023, Henry Kisler, Class of 2024 and Isla Lehmier, Class of 2026 were selected followed by Aidan Clark (2025) and Kendra Meade (2026) for October; Juuso Young (2026) and Julie Smith (2025) for November and Austin Hamilton (2025) and Savannah Hart (2026) for December In January 2024, Levi Wilfong (2024) and Brynn Evens (2026) were selected followed by Henry Troupe (2024) and Willow Sauers (2025) for February; Aiden Bliss (2026) and Madison Errick (2026) for March; Kole Kisko (2024) and Lily Lehmeir (2026) for April and Owen Kisler (2026) and Alayna Palmer (2027) for May. The athletes are pictured (left to right) Isla Lehmier, Henry Kisler, Kendra Meade, Aidan Clark, Julie Smith, Austin Hamilton, Savannah Hart, Levi Wilfong, Brynn Evens, Willow Sauers, Lily Lehmier, Maddie Errick, Alayna Palmer and Owen Kisler.
Two long time members of PAAS, Nancy Hardes and Jason Stake were honored as lifetime members of the group They were recognized at the Open House held recently at PAAS. The newest members of the group join Gib Allen, Darlene Abbey, Fran Williams, Larry Shelley, Sandy Glase, Rich McGarvery, Mary Mensch, Martin Causer, Cindy Knapp, Dawn Spencer, Larry Norton, Necia Wood, Julie Lathrop, Melissa Causer, Richard Taylor, Julie Barnett, Barry Daugherty and Clinton Jordan. Making the presentation was Ellen Mosher.
Born August 6, 1955 in Bradford, PA., he was the son of Glen “Tad” Hartzell and Carol (Moore) Greeley. He was a 1973 graduate of Otto-Eldred Jr-Sr High School.
Mike was a long time resident of Beaver Falls, PA. He had been employed for many years as the Vice President of Land for Atlas America Inc. and was the Land Representative for Chevron. In 2016, he retired to Jamestown, TN.
In his passing Mike leaves behind his Mother, Carol Greeley of Duke Center; his wife Sarah and her two sons, Aaron and Cole; a daughter Tarrah Hartzell of Greenville, PA; a grandson Robert; two brothers Steven Hartzell of Rixford and Tom (Donna) Hartzell of Duke Center; a sister Sharon (Joe) Schwab of Eldred, PA, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his Father, Glen (Tad) Hartzell; Step-father Garry Greeley, and a brother Rich Hartzell.
Please join us on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the Otto Twp. Fire Hall in Duke Center, PA from 11-1 for a Celebration of Mike’s Life.
At 11:39 PM on Tuesday, Rew & Otto Fire Depts, TLC Ambulance & Bradford City Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 46 & Fitch Hill Road for a minivan/Side-by-Side ATV crash with 2 injured. Checking availability of air medical if needed. City ambulance recalled. 2nd TLC ambulance responding. Air medical dispatched. Second air medical dispatched.
