Mathias “Matt” Shaner, 44, of Sewickley, PA; Bolivar, NY Native
Sewickley, Pennsylvania – Mathias “Matt” Shaner, 44, of Sewickley, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly in Key Largo, Florida. His family, friends, and colleagues are devastated by his sudden death. Larger-than-life, Matt was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all.
Matt was born in Bolivar, NY to Ellen and Lance Shaner on November 24, 1979. The eldest of three, precocious and a natural leader, Matt enjoyed an idyllic childhood in Bolivar, organizing outdoor activities with siblings, cousins, and neighborhood friends.
The family moved to State College, PA when Matt was 13, where he attended State College High School, worked multiple jobs, and became a member of the State College High School football team. Later, Matt attended Kiski Prep and went on to study History at the Pennsylvania State University. While a student at Penn State, Matt joined Phi Kappa Tau, and co-founded the youth charity soccer tournament Kicks-4-Kids with his fraternity brothers in 2000.
After leaving Penn State, Matt worked for Senator Rick Santorum in Washington, D.C., making many personal and professional connections before returning to State College to work for the family business, where he met his wife, Andrea.
Port Allegany Rotary sponsored Designer Purse Bingo
The Port Allegany Rotary sponsored Designer Purse Bingo was held recently at the VMI (Veterans Memorial, Inc.)
…SLICK TRAVEL IS EXPECTED THIS EVENING AND EARLY TONIGHT…
A light snowfall is expected this evening and tonight. Despite the
expected light accumulations and initially warm road temperatures,
the precipitation will likely lead to slick roads as temperatures
dip to freezing tonight.
Everyone planning to travel this evening
and post-midnight for New Year’s Eve festivities is urged to use
extra care. Remember that bridges usually freeze before roads on
the ground. Also, since the temperatures will be within a few
degrees of freezing, a road that looks just wet may be icy.
Richard D. “Dick” Abernathy, age 80, of Wellsboro, PA
Richard D. “Dick” Abernathy, age 80, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Friday, December 29, 2023.
He was born on December 25, 1943 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late James and Edrie (Purvis) Abernathy and was married for 32 years to Linda M. (Wetherbee) Abernathy.
Dick was retired from the Tioga County Prison where he had worked as a correction officer.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and snowmobiling.
He is survived by his wife: Linda M Abernathy of Wellsboro, PA, son: Eric Abernathy of Wellsboro, PA, daughter: Tracey (Bob) Schmouder of Wellsboro, PA, two stepsons: Allyn Townsend of Wellsboro, PA, Brian (Dianna) Townsend of Middlebury Center, PA, stepdaughter: Denise (Ray) Shelmire of Wellsboro, PA, brother: Leland Abernathy of Elmira, NY, sister: Linda (Tom) Tice of Mansfield, PA, ten grandchildren: Dylan Abernathy, Jordyn Abernathy, Braeden Abernathy and Kilion Schmouder, Danielle Southard, Trisha Tanner, Brianna Huck, Brad Townsend, A.J. Townsend, Colby Shelmire and 6 great-grandchildren.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA
UE play looms for Penn College hoop teams
Pennsylvania College of Technology basketball teams went 1-2 in their games last week, with the women picking up their fourth win of the season. Both squads return to action on Tuesday with nonconference play before getting into the bulk of their United East Conference schedules starting on Saturday.
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
The Wildcats evened their lifetime series at 1-1 against Keystone College on Saturday with a 53-44 win to close out the 2023 portion of their slate. Rachel Teats, of Middleburg, led the offense with 17 points, while Mia Patterson, of Loyalsock Township, topped the team with 10 rebounds.
Schedule/Results/Series History
Overall record: 4-9
UE record: 1-1
Saturday, Dec. 30 — at Keystone College, W, 53-44
Tuesday, Jan. 2 — at Houghton University, 7 p.m. (Houghton leads 2-0)
Saturday, Jan. 6 — at St. Mary’s (Md.) College (UE), 3 p.m. (St. Mary’s leads 4-0)
Monday, Jan. 8 — at Wells College, 6 p.m. (Wells leads 7-5)
Wednesday, Jan. 10 — at Lancaster Bible College (UE), 7 p.m. (LBC leads 14-1)
MEN’S BASKETBALL
William L. “Bill” Black, 87, of Port Allegany, formerly of Emlenton, PA
William L. “Bill” Black, 87, of Port Allegany, formerly of Emlenton, PA, passed away Saturday (December 30, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024, from 10AM-12 Noon, at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will begin at 12 Noon in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Baldwin and Rev. Michael Culver, co-officiating. Burial will be in Portage Valley Cemetery, Wrights, PA.
Henry D. “Dan” Bunce, 70, of 10 Riterville Road Lewis Run, PA
Henry D. “Dan” Bunce, 70, of 10 Riterville Road Lewis Run, PA passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at his residence surrounded by family.
Born October 13, 1953, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Willard F. and Elizabeth (Golthwait) Bunce, Sr.
On June 26, 1976, in Bradford, he married Rhonda (Benner) Bunce, who survives.
Dan was an Ironworker for many years. He also helped his father install roofs on area homes. He enjoyed working on vehicles and listening to country music.
Interstate 80 will be closed between the Brookville and Hazen exits BOTH EAST AND WEST BOUND
Jefferson County Department of Emergency Services
Major traffic alert!! For Jefferson County Brookville area. At approximately 2:00 p.m. today on New Year’s Eve Interstate 80 will be closed between the Brookville and Hazen exits BOTH EAST AND WEST BOUND for emergency replacement of high-tension electric lines. Crews will be diverting traffic through Brookville.
This is anticipated to last around 2 hours according to Penelec. If you can avoid travel, in this area, during this time you would be better off. If you are traveling through or around Brookville during the hours of 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. today please be patient with any traffic control points you encounter. Thank you all and have a very safe and happy New Year!
Cuba & Hornell Men Arrested In Fatal Hit And Run Accident On Rt. 305 Overnight
*** Press Release ***
On December 30th, 2023 at approximately 12:05 AM, following a report of a hit and run fatal accident, Cuba Police arrested Dustin S. Cowles (22) of Cuba, NY.
Cowles was arrested on charges of failure to maintain lane (Violation), speed not reasonable and prudent (Violation), reckless driving (Misdemeanor), leaving the scene of a fatal motor vehicle accident (Felony), obstruction of governmental administration (Misdemeanor), criminal tampering with physical evidence (Felony) and manslaughter 2nd (Felony).
Cowles was processed and placed in front of a Cuba Town Justice and sent to the Allegany County Jail on no bail. Cowles is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On December 30th, 2023 at approximately 12:05AM, following a report of a hit and run fatal accident, Cuba Police arrested Kameron M. Mills (22) of Hornell, NY.
Mills was arrested on charges of leaving the scene of a fatal motor vehicle accident (Felony), obstruction of governmental administration (Misdemeanor), criminal tampering with physical evidence (Felony).
Mills was processed and placed in front of a Cuba Town Justice and placed on pre-trial release to appear at a later date. Mills is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Cuba Police Department was assisted by the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office, the New York State Police, the Cuba Fire Department, the Clarksville Fire Department and the Allegany County District Attorney’s Office. The Cuba Police Department will not be releasing any additional information on this incident at this time as it remains an ongoing investigation.
North Central Supply And the “Shops of Quarterwest”
A reminder to all of our customers. Starting this week, we will only be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday for our winter hours until March.
New shipment of double hung vinyl replacement Windows have arrived…prices start @ $60.00
Multiple sizes available…best prices around..( please do not call asking for sizes, too many to check)..
Save money and make the drive to Galeton…
Coudersport Fire & Ambulance Dispatched To N. Hollow Rd.
On December 31 at 6:38 am Coudersport Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 705 N. Hollow Rd. for a vehicle into a pole with possible injury
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to XTO ENERGY INC in Chapman Township, Clinton County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 12/28/2023 to XTO ENERGY INC in Chapman Township, Clinton county. 78a85(a)5 – CASING AND CEMENTING – CEMENT STANDARDS – The operator failed to prevent gas flow in the annulus. In areas of known shallow gas producing zones, gas block additives and low fluid loss slurries shall be used. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-12-28 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Robert Drew Miller, 80, of Waynesboro, formerly of Friendship, NY
Robert Drew Miller, 80, of Waynesboro, formerly of Friendship, NY, passed away in his home on December 29, 2023.
He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Gail G. (Dunbar) Miller.
He was born June 3, 1943, in Little Genesee, NY, a son of the late Ralph S. and Anna (Marsh) Miller.
After graduating in 1962 from Bolivar High School in Bolivar, NY, he enlisted in the Navy serving nearly 5 years during the Vietnam War.
Mr. Miller was a machinist with Ingersoll Rand in Olean, NY, where he was employed 25 years, until retiring in 1998.
Hunting and fishing along with woodworking, refinishing furniture and gardening brought him much joy.