At 11:25 AM on Tuesday, St. Marys Fire & EMS were dispatched to 48 Rachel Lake Road for a male who was pinned by a tree he was cutting in the woods near this address. Responder reports the tree is off the man. A stokes basket was requested to transport the man out of the woods to the ambulance.
Judith Ann “Judy” BRAYMILLER, nee Evans, 84, of Riverside Drive, Wellsville, NY, died in her sleep at home on January 10, 2024.
Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, Wellsville, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 1:00 PM. Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery, Scio.
Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association of Western New York at www.alz.org/wny or SPCA serving Allegany County at www.spcaallegany.org. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Dennis R. “Joe” Ordiway, 76, of Bradford, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024 at his home.
He was born on October 3, 1947 in Kane, a son of the late Roy and Janet Vaughan Ordiway.
He was a 1965 graduate of the Smethport High School.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War; serving from July 1966 until his honorable discharge in February 1970.
He was a life member of the VFW Post 2497, Smethport.
He was employed by Pennzoil, Bradford, for twenty years prior to working at various other jobs in the area.
He is survived by three sisters, Jackie Lindquist of Bradford, Judy (Garry) Moyer of Aiken and Sue (John) Ruffner of Aiken; one brother, Richard (Kelly) Ordiway of Tarpon Springs, FL and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents; he was also preceded in death by one niece, Shelley Moyer and one brother-in-law, Larry Lindquist.
Private services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family.
Contributions in his memory can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Kathryn Eloise Coast, 102, of Smethport, formerly of Cyclone, passed away Saturday (April 27, 2024) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.
She was born March 14, 1922 in Edenburg, PA, the daughter of Orlo and Martha (Cobler) Best. On September 27, 1939, she married Thomas E. Gorrell, who preceded her in death. She then married Darel E. Raught on December 28, 1985. After his passing, she married Harry E. Coast on September 21, 1991. He preceded her in death as well.
Kathryn attended Cyclone Elementary School and Smethport High School.
She worked for Herzog Toy Factory, Corning Glass Works, and for many households in the area wall papering, painting and cleaning.
She was a member of the Bradford and Smethport Senior Centers. She attended several local community churches over the years. She was a member of the Methodist Church in Cyclone and later held membership in the Farmers Valley Mission Church. Her last attendance was at East Smethport United Christian Church. When Kathryn was no longer able to attend, she was a participant in Bible Study at Dickinson Manor, Smethport. She loved fishing, hunting and camping. She had many stories to tell. She also raised and sold Chihuahuas for many years. She was a lover of all family dogs. She also loved ice cream.
Lois Ann Langberg Hicks “joyful spirit”
Lois Ann Langberg Hicks, 91, a longtime resident of Coudersport, went to be with the Lord, on her birthday, Friday, April 26, 2024, in Buffalo General Medical Center, Buffalo, NY.
Lois was born on April 26, 1933 in Malverne, Long Island, New York. She was the daughter of Oscar and Bessie Bliss Langberg. On June 30, 1956 in Peterboro, New York, she married Norman Hicks.
Lois earned her undergraduate degree from Potsdam State Teacher’s College in Potsdam, New York, and then her Masters degree from Oswego State Teacher’s College in Oswego, New York. She was employed as an Elementary and Special Education teacher for many years. She officially retired from teaching in 2015 at the age of 82. She had been an elementary teacher for about 55 years.
She taught in many places, including Palmyra, Marion, and Dansville in New York State, St Marys, Pennsylvania, and at many of the elementary schools throughout Potter County near Coudersport, Pennsylvania.
Lois was a member of the Gospel Tabernacle, where she was active in her church. She enjoyed reading, playing her piano, and keeping up with local news. She also loved gardening, flowers, her family & friends, and most of all Jesus.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Norman Hicks.
Carol S. Kuntz, 86, of Church Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Carol was born on October 12, 1937 in St. Marys, daughter of the late John and Priscilla Rigard Sterbank. Carol was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from Central Catholic High School, Class of 1956.
On May 5, 1962 in Queen of the World Church, Carol married Edward H. Kuntz, who survives.
She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Catholic Daughters of America. She was a devoted wife and mother. She enjoyed nothing more than spending time with her loving husband, children, grandchildren, family and friends. Carol and her husband, Ed, loved to travel throughout North America. Carol always had a smile and was there with a willing hand to help others. She had a beautiful spirit. Her kind words and actions touched many people. Carol was very artistic and loved to paint with oil and watercolors.
Carol was active in the local community and held several positions. She was the former President and Director of Elite Metal Products. She was a board member of Elcam. She also was a chairperson of Andrew Kaul Hospital Auxiliary Charity Ball. Carol assisted with keuchel and bake sales at the local churches. She was a Cub Scout leader and helped with various activities with her children. Carol sent letters to the elderly people of Elk County and also military overseas personnel during military engagements.
On April 24th, 2024 at approximately 2:57PM, following a month long investigation, Cuba Police arrested James M. Higby (37) of Olean, NY. Higby was arrested on charges of petit larceny (Misdemeanor) and scheme to defraud (Felony).
Higby was processed, placed in front of a judge and released to appear at a later date. Higby is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On April 24th, 2024 at approximately 1:00PM, following a report of a domestic dispute, Cuba Police arrested Corey M. Glover (37) of Cuba, NY. Glover was arrested on charges of harassment 2nd (Violation). Glover was processed, placed in front of a judge and released to appear at a later date. Glover is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
This morning in coordination with the Smethport Area School District and McKean County Dept of Emergency Services we held our version of “ Prom Promise”.
Students in 10th, 11th, 12th grade attended a brief assembly in the auditorium where professionals all gave a inside look at what each role is responsibly for during a critical incident from Dispatcher all the way to the McKean County District Attorney’s Office, and everyone in between. Then they had a chance to listen to a Smethport Alumni share the story of her sister and the impact of her accident on them even to this day more than 25 years later.
On April 26th, 2024 at approximately 7:29PM, following a two month long investigation, Cuba Police arrested Denis P. Kranock (43) of Cuba, NY. Kranock was arrested on charges of welfare fraud 5th (Misdemeanor), identity theft 2nd (Felony), grand larceny 4th (Felony, 2 Counts), forgery 2nd (Felony) and criminal possession of stolen property 4th (Felony). Kranock was processed, placed in front of a judge and released. Kranock is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Last evening at 1923hrs Station 21 Lafayette Township Volunteer Fire Rescue Department along with Station 26 Ludlow Volunteer Fire Department, Pennsylvania State Police were dispatched to the area of Rim Rock and Morrison Trail Head in the Allegheny National Forest for a search detail of 2 lost hikers.
In coordination with the McKean DES 911 Dispatchers, use of the new CAD system along with Crew Force, the dispatchers were able to use the location of the lost hikers in relation to location of emergency personnel to coordinate ease of access to get the hikers out of the woods. The dispatchers did an outstanding job which allowed for a quicker rescue of these hikers from the woods.
This was also the first time using the new digital radio system, which was implemented by McKean County DES in this specific region of the county for a call. Personnel were able to coordinate with 911, as well as staged personnel several miles away from where the individuals were located clearly. In the past, the old radio system would have required personnel to be set up to act as relays to stagging and to county dispatch from deep in these valleys.
The lost hikers were able to be guided out of the woods safely and to awaiting personnel with the aide of 911 dispatchers and personnel on the ground with no injuries at 2216hrs. All personel were clear of the incident at 2300hrs
Millerton FD along with Big Elm were dispatched to a garage fire with house endangered. Millerton FD responded quickly with Engine 12-2, Tanker 12-5 Ladder 12-9 Rescue 12-18 and Rescue 12-8 followed by Big Elm. A second alarm was called for Pine City, Webbs Mills, and South Creek fire departments. Chief 13 arrived on scene confirming the garage as fully involved and the house was starting on fire .Engine 12-2 arrived on scene shortly after and was able to get water on structure, stopping it from advancing through the home.
Thanks to all the departments that responded with trucks and manpower.
Thanks to Lawrenceville FD for standing by at Millerton station. Thanks to Erway Ambulance for also responding. Sorry if I missed anyone.
Please be safe
Summer holidays are fast approaching and we are thrilled to hear that Natalie Zucal will once more be returning from her Environmental studies in Olean to spend the summer in Cameron County with us!
Natalie debuted her new business, Breakfast at Natalie’s, at last year’s market and it was a big success!
Natalie spotted the niche market opportunity of selling breakfast themed foods at our morning markets and she nailed it! Her first product was home-made yogurt made from raw milk which produces a super creamy, delicious addition to any healthy breakfast and market goers were impressed!
Being an entrepreneurial young lady she quickly expanded her offerings and came up with a selection of nutritious granolas to complement her yoghurt. She created a variety of scrumptious flavors including blueberry, peanut butter, vanilla cinnamon, chocolate hazelnut, chai walnut, and cranberry almond granolas. You will find both her yogurt and granolas at the market again this year!
Two Florida men purchased Lynn Hall in 2017 for $250,000 and have since spent $1 million on its restoration.
