UPMC Expert: No Matter Age, Early Detection Key for Cancer Care
Abdalla M. Sholi, M.D., regional medical director
Medical Oncology, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that a little over 1.9 million people have been diagnosed with cancer in 2023 — and more than 609,820 will die. To help reduce cancer deaths, the ACS recommends a wide range of cancer screenings to promote early detection over your lifetime. While some screenings are specifically for men or women, others are for everyone.
Why Early Detection Matters
PA Permit Violation Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in Winslow Township, Jefferson County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2/09/2024 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in Winslow Township, Jefferson county. 78.57(a) – CONTROL, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL OF PRODUCTION FLUIDS – Operator failed to collect the brine and other fluids produced during operation, service and plugging of the well in a tank, pit or a series of pits or tanks, or other device approved by the Department or Operator discharged brine or other fluids on or into the ground or into waters of the Commonwealth. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-02-09 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
$300,000 in Grants Awarded to Fire, EMS Companies in Tioga County
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) today announced that fire and ambulance companies in Tioga County will collectively receive more than $307,000 in state grants thanks to the state’s Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program.
“Our fire and EMS personnel risk their lives daily to ensure the safety of our communities, and that mission has become more difficult for several reasons,” Owlett said. “As we work to adopt policies to encourage recruitment and retention of our first responders, these grants are a big help with the financial challenges our companies face.”
The grants are awarded through an ongoing program created by the Legislature and administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). All funding comes from the proceeds from slot machine gaming, and not General Fund tax revenue. All companies that apply and meet the requirements outlined by OSFC receive funding.
Projects eligible for funding include the construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, the purchase or repair of equipment, training, or the reduction of existing debt. In order to receive funding, recipients must file a grant agreement with OSFC.
The grants were awarded as follows:
- Blossburg Volunteer Fire Department: $13,450.59.
- Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Company: $13,450.59.
- Crary Hose Company: $14,812.24.
- Elkland Borough Volunteer Fire Department: $13,645.11.
- Knoxville Deerfield Volunteer Fire Company: $14,034.16.
- Lawrenceville Fire Department: $13,645.11.
- Lawrenceville Fireman’s Ambulance Association Inc.: $10,000.
- Liberty Volunteer Fire Company: $13,450.59.
- Mansfield Firemens Ambulance Association: $15,000.
- Mansfield Hose Company: $14,228.68.
- Middlebury Ambulance Association Inc.: $15,000.
- Middlebury Township Volunteer Fire Department Inc.: $13,645.11.
- Millerton Volunteer Fire Department: $15,590.33.
- Morris Township Fire Company: $13,256.07.
- Nelson Volunteer Fire Company Inc.: $13,061.55.
- Oscelola Volunteer Fire Department Inc.: $13,450.59.
- Sabinsville Firemens Ambulance Association: $15,000.
- Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital EMS: $15,000.
- Tioga Volunteer Fire Department Inc.: $13,061.55.
- Tioga Volunteer Firemens Ambulance Association Inc.: $15,000.
- Wellsboro Firemens Ambulance Association: $15,000.
- Wellsboro Volunteer Fire Department: $14,617.72.
Norman D. Hurd, 64, of E. Vine St., Port Allegany, PA
Norman D. Hurd
PORT ALLEGANY- Norman D. Hurd, 64, of E. Vine St., passed away Sunday (Feb. 11, 2024) in UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. PA.
Born July 7, 1959, in Coudersport, he was a son of Murrel and Shirley M. Sharp Hurd. On Nov. 18, 1978, in Emporium, he married Faith A. Halladay, who survives.
Norman was a lifetime resident of the area and was employed with L.H. Lincoln & Sons, Coudersport, before having to retire.
He enjoyed the outdoors with hunting, fishing, and gardening.
Ruth M. Barber, 74, of 351 Main Street, Bolivar, NY
Bolivar- Ruth M. Barber “Loving Mother, Grandmother & Sister”
Ruth M. Barber of 351 Main Street, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2023, at the Olean General Hospital.
Ruth was born April 8, 1949, in Buffalo and was the daughter of Michael and Margaret Pry Barber. She was formerly married to Gary Curtis Sr.
After high school Ruth Graduated from Olean Business Institute with an associate degree in business.
Ruth enjoyed reading, shopping, and doing puzzles both crossword and jigsaw, she was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and loved her pets.
Marketing Momentum: A Small Business Success Series
The Education Council is hosting a free marketing series presented by PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center. “The Core of Small Business Marketing” is Part One of a three-part series about marketing your small business. Part Two is entitled “Better Marketing Brings Better Customers,” and Part Three is “Bringing Your Marketing to an Expert Level.”
This course walks through the organic progression of a business’s need for marketing. The lessons learned and strategies used in this seminar will help participants assess their current business’ marketing needs and provide suggestions, tips, tools, and tricks to improve your business communications and sales. This practical approach to solving real marketing problems is told in a way that new or young business owners can learn and retain for use in their daily lives as they run their small businesses.
These free, in-person seminars, taught by Jason Strohm, Business Consultant with the Clarion SBDC, will be held on Thursdays, February 29, March 28 and April 25, 2024, respectively, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s office at 5 Water Street, Coudersport. Bring your own bag lunch; bottled water will be provided. Registration is required. To register visit https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/31149 or call (814) 393-2060.
Bizzak Triples on Fox at Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Josh Bizzak concentrated on foxes Saturday evening after harvesting coyotes earlier in the weekend. Josh harvested all three of his foxes on private lands in Elk County. Josh uses an electronic call and shoots a .17 Hornet.
A 9.8# female red fox answered his call at 12:30 a.m., and shortly after an 11.0# male red fox joined her in the field. Josh harvested both with the Hornet, and then at 3:00 a.m. Josh harvested a 9.0# female fox in a cable restraint.
Hunters are reminded that if they choose to participate during the second weekend of this two-weekend hunt or trap, they must have their registration postmarked by Thursday, 2/15.
Weigh-in is at 4:00 p.m. every day. Categories include coyote, fox, largest female coyote, and largest female fox. Additional information at the Facebook Page, Rolfe Beagle Club.
Kenneth W. Wieder “memorial service slated”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Kenneth W. Wieder, 89, of Shinglehouse, at 11 am on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church, 392 Coon Crossing Road, Shinglehouse. Pastor Phil Seely will officiate.
Ken passed away on February 1, 2024.
Ken’s family entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
DCNR Grant for Innovative Mountain Bike Trail Project at Sandy Beach Park in Ridgway Township
[Ridgway Township] – Sandy Beach Park, nestled in the heart of Ridgway Township, is set to undergo a transformative project that combines recreation and heritage, thanks to a generous Partnership Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). The LHR is thrilled to announce the approval of the grant, which will fund the development of an exciting mountain bike trail within the park.
Local Officials Seek Solutions For Dialysis Facility Closure in Wellsboro
PA State Rep. Clint Owlett
The planned closure of U.S. Renal Care’s dialysis center in Wellsboro later this month is creating serious challenges for its three dozen patients and their loved ones. Senator Gene Yaw; Tioga County Commissioners Sam Van Loon, Marc Rice, and Shane Nickerson; and I have attempted to communicate with U.S. Renal Care, while also working with other companies that have expressed interest in operating a dialysis center in the area.
Dialysis is incredibly hard on patients, and now, without a facility closer to home, they are going to have to travel nearly an hour, multiple times a week, to get the care they need. That is just wrong. We are respectfully asking U.S. Renal Care to remain open until current patients have a clear plan in place for continuity of care.
Read more about our efforts here: https://www.repowlett.com/…/Area-Officials-Seek…
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Causer Announces Local Fire, Ambulance Grants
BRADFORD – Fire and emergency response organizations in Cameron, McKean and Potter counties have been awarded more than $492,000 in grants from the state, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) announced today.
“With fire and EMS companies struggling to keep their doors open, these grants go a long way toward helping to meet their financial needs,” Causer said. “We owe a great debt of gratitude to the men and women who work so hard to protect our communities, and I am pleased we can continue to support them with this valuable funding.”
The funding comes from an ongoing grant program created by the Legislature and administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). All funding comes from the proceeds from slot machine gaming, and not General Fund tax revenue.
Since its inception, the program has provided more than $8.7 million in funding to fire and ambulance companies in the three-county area. Projects eligible for funding include the construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, the purchase or repair of equipment, training, or the reduction of existing debt.
Following is a list of local fire and ambulance companies and the amount of their grant awards. All companies that apply and meet the requirements outlined by OSFC receive funding. Companies must file a grant agreement with OFSC to receive their grants.
Cameron County
- Cameron County Ambulance Service Inc., Emporium – $10,000.
- Emporium Fire Department Inc., Emporium – $13,061.55.
McKean County
- Bradford City Fire Department, Bradford – $15,000 for EMS operations; $16,951.99 for fire company operations.
- Bradford Township Volunteer Fire Department, Bradford – $16,951.99.
- Corydon Township Volunteer Fire Department, Bradford – $13,645.11.
- Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department, Derrick City – $13,645.11.
- Eldred Borough Volunteer Fire Department Inc., Eldred – $13,061.55.
- Eldred Township Volunteer Fire Department of McKean County, Eldred – $13,256.07.
- Hilltop Volunteer Fire Department, Cyclone – $13,256.07.
- Kane Volunteer Fire Department, Kane – $13,061.55.
- Lafayette Township Volunteer Fire Department, Lewis Run – $13,450.59.
- Lewis Run Volunteer Fire Department, Lewis Run – $13,061.55.
- Mount Jewett Area Ambulance Association, Mount Jewett – $15,000.
- Mount Jewett Volunteer Fire Department, Mount Jewett – $13,256.07.
- Otto Township Volunteer Fire Department, Duke Center – $13,061.55.
- Port Area Ambulance Service Inc., Port Allegany – $10,000.
- Rew Volunteer Fire Department, Rew – $13,450.59.
- Smethport Fire Department Inc., Smethport – $13,839.63.
Potter County
- Austin Volunteer Fire Department, Austin – $15,000 for EMS operations; $15,006.77 for fire company operations.
- Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance Association, Coudersport – $15,000.
- Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department, Coudersport – $15,784.85.
- Gale Hose Company No. 1 Inc., Galeton – $15,000 for EMS services.
- Genesee Volunteer Fire Department Inc., Genesee – $15,000 for EMS operations; $13,061.55 for fire company operations.
- Germania Fire Company, Galeton – $13,061.55.
- Goodyear Hose Company No. 1 Inc., Galeton – $13,645.11.
- Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Company, Harrison Valley – $14,617.72.
- Kettle Creek Ambulance Association, Cross Fork – $4,853.
- Kettle Creek Hose Company No. 1, Cross Fork – $13,061.55.
- Roulette Chemical Engine No. 1 Inc., Roulette – $15,000 for EMS operations; $13,645.11 for fire company operations.
- Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department, Shinglehouse – $13,645.11.
- Tri-Town Ambulance Association Inc. – $15,000.
- Tri-Town Fire Company, Ulysses – $14,617.72.
Elk County Coroner’s Report For Year 2023
Elk County Coroner Michelle A. Muccio-Krise is releasing the following report for the year 2023.
There were 361 deaths investigated in 2023 with the following breakdown:
83 natural deaths
31 accidental deaths
-16 overdose deaths
-15 falls among the elderly
3 suicides
37 nursing home death referrals
207 cremation authorizations
The Cribs for Kids Program that Coroner Muccio-Krise oversees and administers also provided 8 cribs to mothers within the community in 2023 as well.
Michelle Muccio-Krise
Lynch-Green Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Elk County Office of the Coroner
James A. Dornisch, 52, of 509 Woelfel Avenue, St. Marys, PA
James A. Dornisch, 52, of 509 Woelfel Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly Friday, February 9, 2024, at Penn Highlands Elk, with his son by his side.
Jim was born on October 29, 1971, son of Thomas and Susan Bauer Dornisch, who survive. He was a graduate of Elk County Christian High School, Class of 1990 and employed by Pro Process in St. Marys.
Daniel J. GUINEY, 74, of Wellsville, NY
Daniel J. GUINEY, 74, of Wellsville, NY, died Sunday, February 11, 2024 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville. Born September 4, 1949, in Little Falls, he was the son of Daniel J. and M. Larue Donovan Guiney. On August 12, 1972, in St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Angelica, he married the former Joan Dorsey, who survives.
He was a graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, Siena College, and Syracuse University Law School. Dan began his career in private practice in Fillmore, before moving to the Allegany County Attorney’s Office in 1982. He retired as County Attorney in December of 2008. After retirement, he was a law guardian for families in Allegany County and served as the Willing Town Justice for eight years. He was a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church and served on the Parish Council. Dan served on the Board of Directors of Jones Memorial Hospital, and was a member of the Alfred State College Education Foundation, and the Allegany County Bar Association.
Dan will be remembered for his kind personality, willingness to help others, and infectious laugh. He was a lifelong fan of the New York Yankees, Buffalo Bills, and NASCAR, and he loved reading, music, and dancing.
Patrick J. Cronmiller, of Youngsville, PA
Patrick J. Cronmiller, of Youngsville, PA, who turned 80 on Saturday, February 10, 2024, died peacefully, Sunday, February 11, 2024, at John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA., after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born February 10, 1944, in Erie, PA. Pat was the son of John L. and Mary Farr Cronmiller. He was a lifelong Warren area resident and has resided in Youngsville, PA. for the past 22 years.
He grew up in Sheffield, PA. Pat was a graduate of Sheffield High School, where he was a member of the All-Star Football Team as the team captain. He graduated from Edinboro State Teachers College and earned his master’s degree from St. Bonaventure University.
He started his teaching career with the Warren County School District, teaching 5th grade at the former North Warren Elementary School and was an administrator and teacher with the former Scandia Elementary School. He had served as principal at every High School in the school district. He retired as Principal at the Warren County Career Center.
June K. Pessia, 91, formerly of 34 Homestead Avenue, Bradford, PA
June K. Pessia, 91, formerly of 34 Homestead Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away on February 11, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home surrounded by her loving family.
June and her twin sister, Janet, were born June 17, 1932, in Grove City. They were the daughters of the late Glenn and Pearl (Perrine) Snyder. Her mother Pearl passed away during childbirth. Both twins were adopted shortly after birth, and in the height of the Depression, by George A. and Bessie (Elder) Koehler. The Snyder and Koehler families remained close with many Snyder family members attending June’s 90th birthday celebration in 2022.
A 1950 graduate of Bradford High School, June played the flute and piccolo in the high school band and was a sharpshooter on the rifle team.
June married Lawrence R. Pessia on December 29, 1962. Married for 48 years, he preceded her in death on October 26, 2011.
She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church and later the Four Square Gospel Church, both in Bradford.
In 1967 with three young children at home, June went to work for The Bradford Era as a proofreader. At night and on weekends, she studied for her journeyman printer’s certificate from the International Typographical Union which she received in 1969. After that she began working in the print shop of The Bradford Era and experienced many of the technological changes in printing over the next 30 years — from setting type by hand to early computer-generated punch tape to the first multi-media production processes. June retired from The Era in 1997.
Donna C. Shreckengost, 77, Shinglehouse, PA
Donna C. Shreckengost “memorial service slated”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Donna C. Shreckengost, 77, a lifelong resident of Shinglehouse, passed away unexpectedly with her loving family by her side on Monday, February 12, 2024, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
To pay your respects to Donna and her family, calling hours will be held from 11am to 12 noon on Friday, February 16, 2024, in Bell Run Union Church, Taylor Brook Road, Shinglehouse. A memorial service will follow at 12 noon.
Donna’s family has entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Donna, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.