On September 21, at 2:34 am Bradford City and Bradford Twp Fire Depts. were dispatched for a structure fire at 66 Bank St.
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At 0230 this morning your city firefighters were sent to work for a house on fire at 66 Bank St. While en route a 2nd alarm was requested bringing in off duty city firefighters and BTVFD for RIT.
First in units arrived on scene to find a single story occupied home with heavy fire showing on the C/D corner. An 1 3/4” line was quickly pulled from the Squad and a push to the interior was made. As soon as the front door was forced a flashover occurred engulfing the first floor in flames. An aggressive interior attack quickly knocked down the fire allowing crews to advance forward with fire attack and a primary search.
After the bulk of the fire was knocked down an extensive overhaul exposed the remaining fire for complete extinguishment. Captain 1-20(Kloss)initiated command and then passed command to Chief 1(Butler). City Fire was assisted on scene by BTVFD(RIT) and City Police. This was one of ten calls for the shift. Two ambulance calls were dispatched during the fire and were handled by city firefighters.
On September 21, at 12:12 am Westfield, Knoxville, Clymer, and Harrison Valley were dispatched to Church St. E. Main St. for a vehicle that crashed into the post office with possible smoke in the building. Possibly three patients Valley and Ulysses were also dispatched
WESTFIELD, PA – A pickup truck smashed into the Westfield Post Office located at 103 West Main Street just after midnight on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
Fire crews from Crary Hose Company responded, as did units from Knoxville-Deerfield Fire Company, Harrison Valley and two ambulances from Sabinsville and an ambulance from Ulysses all responded. A short time later, most Knoxville-Deerfield units were told to hold at their present location as Crary Hose Company personnel arrived at the accident scene by 12:17 AM. Fire units started arriving at the post office a short time later. Knoxville tanker responded in to the scene.
It was confirmed that a pickup truck traveled approximately 15 feet into the post office and smoke was reported inside that building after the crash.
Three individuals were inside the truck at the time of the collision into the building which also houses the Masonic Lodge.
Westfield firefighters were directed by Crary Hose Company fire chief to set up a collapse zone, and apparatus was moved back away from the building.
The integrity of the building was a concern and was checked as the gas and electric were shut off to the building. UGI and the local electric company were requested to the scene.
Firefighters were able to enter the building and check the second and third floor for issues.
By 12:36 AM West Main Street was shut down in both directions to traffic.
Westfield fire chief made note that the post office would need security as the front was wide open. Later a local post office representative arrived on scene at 1:14 AM. Around that same time, the okay was given that when crews were ready the pickup truck could be removed from the interior of the building.
According to a witness, the truck was traveling at a fast pace down Church Street and the black truck never slowed down or even tried to stop when it went through the intersection and plowed into the town’s post office.
As for injuries FNN was told that none of the occupants were injured in this accident. In fact, both Sabinsville ambulances were able to return to their station.
At 2:31 AM Route 49/W. Main Street was reopened to traffic, as fire crews awaited a crew from the electric company to arrive. At 3:00 AM the Penelec crew finally arrived on scene.
Crary Hose Company fire chief started breaking down command around 3:24 AM.
White’s Towing was said to have removed the vehicle from the post office and towed it away.
The post office suffered heavy damage and the building was finally secured. This allowed fire personnel from Crary Hose Company and Knoxville-Deerfield Fire Company the opportunity to be cleared from the scene by 4:01 AM.
Great job by all on scene. Remember to support your local fire and ambulance companies in 2024.
Photo By Crary Hose Fire Department
Station 5,6,20, Wellsboro Medics and 26 were dispatched to a MVC with injuries, vehicle into a building, with a smoke condition. Ambulance 26-6 and Chief 5-30 arrived with a vehicle into building with three injuries. Chief 5 arrived and assumed Command, crews from 5 and 6 set up a collapse zone, also had an additional ambulance from Tri-Town dispatched. 20 crews arrived assisted with patient care and secured utilities.UGI,Pen-Elect,and Boro crews were notified. 20 and 47 were released for a second call , why 5 and 6 crews shored up building building . PSP arrived to investigate the crash. All three patients refused treatment. Westfield Post Master arrived and building was turned over to her. Thanks to everyone who assisted!!!
Shirley J. Kelly, 88, Warren, PA., passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at UPMC Hamot Hospital, Erie, PA., after a brief illness.
Shirley was born in Sheffield, (Hastings) PA., on August 31, 1936. She was the daughter of Harry and Gertrude Ewing Fair.
Shirley was educated in Sheffield schools. She spent her working life at Sylvania of Warren retiring in 1994, after many years of service. Shirley was a devout member of First Methodist Church of Warren. She often helped secure communion bread for the early weekly service for several years.
The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners met today at the agency’s Harrisburg headquarters, hearing public comment and conducting official business. Highlights from today’s meeting follow.
MINIMUM AGE FOR FALCONERS DECREASED
Pennsylvania falconers will be able to get their start at a slightly younger age, thanks to a vote by the Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners.
The commissioners voted to decrease the minimum age for a general class falconry permit from 18 years old to 16 years old, which is the minimum age established by federal regulations. The change will take effect upon publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin, which usually takes six to eight weeks.
This action had been requested by the Pennsylvania Falconry and Hawk Trust, and the Game Commission did not identify any biological or safety concerns that would result from lowering the minimum age.
Robert V. Fee, 84, of Rodgar Lane, Bradford, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at The Pavilion @ BRMC. He passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side and his wife holding his hand.
Born March 1, 1940, in Indiana, he was a son of the late Glenn W. and Florence Anne (Baker) Fee. He attended grade school in Warren and was a 1958 graduate of Oil City High School.
Judith C. Martin, 81, of Emporium, PA passed away at her residence Emporium, PA on Wednesday afternoon (September 18, 2024), following a lengthy illness, with her husband by her side.
She was born September 16, 1943 in Pittsburgh, PA a daughter of the late Albert and Mariann Tippet Wood and was born again 1956. On November 23, 1963 in Erie, PA she married James M. Martin, who survives.
Judy was a homemaker most of her life and for a short time drove school bus and the ATA bus. She was a member of the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church and the Alliance Women and a lifetime member of the NRA.
Stephen M. Colburn, 76, of Cuba Lake, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at Olean General Hospital after a short illness.
Born on June 17, 1948, in Cuba, he was a son of Alfred L. and Isabel E. Moore Colburn. On November 11, 1978, in Lackawanna, he married the former Paula L. Pozder who survives.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reopened a bridge spanning Ludington Run approximately one-mile southwest of Ulysses Borough in Potter County today. PennDOT closed the bridge on Friday, September 13, after an inspection found that repairs were necessary.
The detour in effect while the repairs took place was lifted at approximately 10:00 AM.
More than $1 million has been approved for homeowners and renters in Pennsylvania after Tropical Storm Debby from August 9-10, 2024.
“This milestone highlights the hard work of partners at the local, county, state and federal levels,” said Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Director Randy Padfield. “We will continue helping individuals get this critical assistance as they continue on their journey of recovery after this devastating flooding.”
Kane & Bradford Save a lot Weekend Ad September 20-22 or while supplies last! Meat 5# bag Chicken Drumsticks .59# /$2.95 USDA Choice Bottom Round Roast $5.99# T-Bone or Porterhouse $8.49# USDA Pork Shoulder Pot Roast $4.99# Family Size Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes or Mac & Cheese $4.99# Vernen Manor Ham Steak Bone- In $2.49 Bone-In Combo Pack Pork Chops $1.99# Fresh Ground Sirloin $4.99# Produce 2# bag Yellow Onions $1.49 Celery $1.49 Cabbage $.49# Red Pears $1.49# Pumpkins $3.99 10# bag Spud Potatoes $2.99 Pie Pumpkins $.99# Grocery *12 ct Medium Eggs $1.99** DelMonte Pineapple Juice 46oz 4 for $5.00 Giant Size Kelloggs Cereal 23-28 oz. $4.99 Capri Sun’s $3.49 15oz Can Chef Boyardee Pasta 4 for $5.00 Ragu Pasta Sauce 2 for $4.00 Mantia’s Spaghetti, Fettuccine,Angle Hair, or Elbow Macaroni 16oz $.99 Scotts 4 Pack Toilet Paper 5 for $5.00 Doritos, Fritos & Cheetos $3.49 24oz 6 pk Bottles Pepsi Products 3 for $12.00 24pk Coke Products $9.99
Angeline F. Colwell, 97, of Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Monday afternoon (September 16, 2024) surrounded by her family. She was born June 20, 1927 in Emporium, PA a daughter of the late Domenico and Giovanna “Jenny” Fragale Fapore. On September 20, 1947 in Emporium, PA she married the late Robert B. Colwell.
She graduated from Emporium High School. She retired from the Port Allegany School District where she was a secretary for many years. Following her retirement she worked as a secretary/receptionist for Dr. Richard Kunkle DDS for several years. She was a member of the Port Allegany Women’s Club, McKean County Republican Women’s Club, Saint Gabriel’s Catholic Women’s Club and Religious Education Program, Smethport Traveling Golf Club and she had been a member of Saint Gabriel’s Catholic Church in Port Allegany, and most recently a member of Saint Mark Catholic Church in Emporium.
Do you ever question who you are? Do you want to be someone different? Not happy with you? Frustrated with life and your place in it? Expressions like “If only” dot your vocabulary? Or maybe it’s, “Some day I’m….” Does any of this sound familiar?
The Apostle Paul had a thorn in his flesh. What specifically that was we do not know, but he did not want it, and he asked God to remove it. God’s response was to say that His grace was sufficient. In other words, God was saying “trust me.” If you were Paul, how would you have responded? Would you feel satisfied, or would you want more? More in the sense that you want something to change right now, not some time in the future. I mean, it’s great to trust and all of that but I am hurting right now, in this moment. It is in this moment that I want fixed. But God comes back with the idea of trusting Him in the circumstances. Yeah, I would probably want more.
Part of discovering who we are requires honesty. Admitting our struggles, our belief about ourselves and admitting that is some of those first steps. The point is, many do not like themselves to begin with and they’re looking for something to like. Rather than finding ways to celebrate their uniqueness, they are trying to find ways to be different. Interestingly, God loves each of us just the way we are. We do not have to become something for God to love us. This point alone is often one that people struggle with. I wonder why?
Perhaps the starting point for discovering who we are needs to start with God and what He says about us. If God cannot lie, then everything He says about us must be true. We need to find a way to battle the lies we believe about ourselves and start applying God’s truth. To do that we will need to quiet the accusing voice in our head and tune our ears to hear His small voice. You might be surprised by what you’ll learn. Think about it.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a four-day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Frederick Camejo, Jr. was convicted of crimes related to the killing of Edward “Bo” Fomby, Jr. over Memorial Day weekend in 2022. Camejo was charged by City of Bradford Police after police were called to CAMEJO’S residence on Congress Street on May 29th, 2022 after CAMEJO shot and killed Fomby in front of his home after the pair, along with others, came to the residence for an “after party” after frequenting area bars. City of Bradford Officer Patrick Caskey was the first on-scene. Sgt Jason Daugherty, Officer Blake Taylor, and City of Ambulance EMS Evan Piganelli and Zachary Harten responded. Fomby was found deceased on the sidewalk, laying on his back.
Barbara A. TREGLOWN, 86, of Sunderlinville, PA, died Thursday, September 19, 2024 in her home. Friends may call at St. Bibiana Church, 111 Germania St., Galeton on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. The Rev. Christopher Wheeler will be the Celebrant. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, September 20th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[ The outdoor market is held each Friday from May through October (weather permitting; on very rainy days, we will relocate into the Riley Gallery (if available)). In November, the farmers market goes indoors for the winter market.
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
* If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net]
MILL CREEK MARKET will be attending this week with $5 variety packs of mushrooms and microgreens. Mushrooms: Lion’s Mane, King of Pearl, Golden, Sajor Caju. Microgreens: Sunflower, Pea Shoots. We accept cash and Venmo. To learn more about us visit: www.instagram.com/mill_creek_market. millcreekmarketpa.etsy.com. Or contact us at: millcreekmarketpa@gmail.com
MOUNTAIN VIEW SHEEP FARM will be attending the farmers market September 20th, weather permitting. With hand woven wool blend shawls and scarves . Also lovely delicate designed, scented and fragrance free handmade sheep milk soaps all from our own sheep. Pa preferred and Juried. We accept cash, check and cards. Follow us on Facebook @mountainviewsheepfarm Or contact by email@ mountainviewsheepfarm@yahoo.com
MIKE THOMPSON will be a vender this week at The Farmers Marker. Bringing Mixed Tomatoes, Bell Peppermill, Hot peppers, Green Beans, Dill weed, Macintosh and Granny Smith Apples. Get your knives sharpened before Market moves indoors and while you wait or shop. ACCEPTING FMNP CHECKS
ME AND MY BOYS will be there on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products. We accept cash or card payments.
DIXON DESIGNS will be there this Friday. Selling handcrafted earrings, bracelets and smartwatch bands.
BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce. We will have Delicata Squash, Carrots, Fennel, Celery, Swiss Chard, Cucamelons, Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes. We accept cash, checks, FMNP and credit cards. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
