Katie Anne Harvey, age 41, of Johnsonburg, PA
Katie Anne Harvey, age 41, of Johnsonburg, PA, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long, enduring battle with cancer, at Shadyside Hospital of Pittsburgh.
She is a daughter of the late John C. Harvey and Kristene “Tena” (Belin) Harvey of Wilcox.
Katie had worked at Walmart, Helpmates, and the Elks Club of Ridgway. She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, the Elks, the Moose, Central Hose, the Eagles and the Piedmont Club.
2 Injured In Jackson Twp. Crash
Millerton Fire Company
Millerton FD was dispatched slightly after midnight on Nov. 21st to a MVA in Jackson TWP. and within minutes both Rescue 12-8 and Rescue 12-8 responded, shortly after, Engine 12-2.
2 injuries were reported and transported by Erway Ambulance. Thank you Millerton members for the quick and strong response, early this morning.
With the holiday season on us, Millerton FD urges everyone to “Please be safe!”
3 Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) offer extended firearms bear season
Pennsylvania Game Commission – Northcentral Region
Regular firearms Bear season is quickly winding down here in the Northcentral Region! 
The regular firearms bear hunting season runs from Saturday, Nov. 18 through Tuesday, Nov. 21 statewide.
In the Northcentral Region, we have three Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) that offer an extended firearms bear season run from Saturday, Nov. 18 through Saturday, Dec. 2: WMUs 3A, 3B, and 4E.
As a reminder, all harvested bears must be checked within 24 hours of harvest at either a bear check station or checked in the field by a State Game Warden.
Some check stations are open limited hours during the extended seasons, you can find check station information here: https://bit.ly/3ummGSV.
Outside of open check station hours, hunters can call the Game Commission’s Centralized Dispatch Center at 1-833-PGC-HUNT to make arrangements for their bear to be checked.
Wind Advisory For NY Counties
Wind Advisory issued November 21 at 3:42AM EST until November 21 at 11:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT…Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Higher winds in Chautauqua & Erie Counties.
* WHERE…Wyoming and Cattaraugus counties. The strongest gusts will be on ridgetops and near north facing slopes.
* WHEN…From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few isolated power outages may result.
INSTRUCTIONS: Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
Forecasts call for sleet, freezing rain and snow today
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
Winter weather update Forecasts call for sleet, freezing rain and snow across parts of PA on Tuesday morning into mid-afternoon before shifting to rain. Use caution on your commute or holiday travels, and beware of icy roadways, especially on bridges and ramps.
Visit 511PA.com or download the mobile app to see the latest travel conditions. #PAWinter
Possible Structure Fire At Palmer Opera House in Cuba, NY
At 6:11 AM on Tuesday, Cuba & Friendship Fire Depts. have been dispatched to a possible structure fire at the Palmer Opera House. A follow-up call subsequent to a fire alarm reports smoke but no active flames in the basement of the structure. Source is being investigated.
Westons Mills & Hinsdale Fire Dept. also dispatched mutual aid but RECALLED by Cuba.
PITT-BRADFORD TO CLOSE FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will be closed Nov. 23 through 26 in observance of Thanksgiving.
Residence halls will be closed, and there will be no classes the week of Nov. 20-24.
North Central Seeks to Support Local Businesses in Expanding Public EV Charging in the Region
Ridgway, PA – The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (North Central) is actively seeking local businesses interested in hosting public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. This initiative, in partnership with PennDOT and the Department of Community and Economic Development, aims to enhance the EV charging infrastructure throughout the region.
“By identifying potential charging station sites across our six counties, we support the growing number of EVs and foster EV adoption in our rural areas,” remarked Amy Kessler, Director of Community Development & Regional Planning. “Our goal is to work with local partners who are interested in hosting public EV charging stations.”
North Central is committed to guiding businesses through this process. Assistance includes evaluating charging options, providing access to tools and resources for cost and implementation analysis, and offering support in navigating funding and grant opportunities to help offset costs.
‘ALL THINGS EQUAL’ AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF RBG
BRADFORD, Pa. — The play “All Things Equal – The Life & Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsberg” will be presented by Pitt-Bradford Arts Nov. 29.
Tickets for the 7 p.m. show in in Blaisdell Hall at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford are $20 for the public and $5 for all students. They can be bought at www.upb.pitt.edu/TheArts or by calling the Bromeley Family Theater Box Office from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays at 814-362-5113. Tickets will also be available on the night of the performance.
DEER SEASON AWAITS PENNSYLVANIA HUNTERS
Opening day of Pennsylvania’s statewide firearms deer season is not, officially, a state holiday. Never has been.
But you could be excused for thinking otherwise.
The busiest single day on the hunting calendar by far, it annually causes about half a million people to do whatever they can to get into the woods.
What else would you expect in a state where deer hunting has such a long-standing and strong culture?
The National Deer Association (NDA) regularly ranks Pennsylvania tops in the country for hunter density. It says there were 14.4 hunters per square mile here in 2021, the most recent year for which statistics are available. Only three other states – New York (12), Wisconsin (11.4) and New Jersey (10.5) – hit double digits.
Expect similar crowds this year. The season starts on Saturday, Nov. 25, continues on Sunday, Nov. 26, then runs through Saturday, Dec. 9, excluding only Sunday, Dec. 3. Hunters will be out in force throughout.
Richard J. Olszewski, 81, of Ridgway, PA
Richard J. Olszewski, 81, of Ridgway, PA died on Monday, November 20, 2023, at Pinecrest Nursing Home after a brief illness.
He was born on December 27, 1941, a son of the late Costek “Babe” and Mildred Siefert Olszewski.
On November 28, 1964, he married Marie Stenta, who survives.
Richard was a lifelong member of the community and a member of St. Leo Magnus Church. He was an avid outdoorsman, spending time hunting, gardening, and teaching his kids how to enjoy the outdoors. Richard was a talented artist, taxidermist, and cook. He was a kindhearted family man who always took time to be there for his children and grandkids. He had a special place in his heart for his animals, his love for animals is truly inspiring.
Coudersport Library Lists Additional Donors & Memorials
Coudersport Public Library has announced the following most recent donors to its ongoing Fall Mailing Campaign: Kathleen Sikora, Elaine Yanik, Mary Jane Weeks. Also, in memory of Barb Neefe, Shirley Anderson, Ila Arlene Snyder, Debbie L. Mahaley and Jack Halloran by Dennis Goodenough and Douglas Couture.
If you’d like more information about this fundraiser, please contact the Library at 814-274-9382 or email coudersportlibrary@gmail.com.
Maybe A Little Snow Tuesday before the Rain
US National Weather Service State College PA
Monday, Nov 20 @ 7:20 AM | Our Tuesday storm will bring a few hours of wintry precip prior to transitioning to rain. A few slick spots are possible, primarily across the Laurel Highlands, where freezing rain is most likely. We expect snow/sleet accum (coating-1″) will mainly be on grassy surfaces. As always, stay up to date at weather.gov/ctp and weather.gov/ctp/winter
Patricia Couto, 54, of Wolf Spring Road, Scio, NY
Scio, NY – Patricia Couto, 54, of Wolf Spring Road passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the Hart Comfort House in Wellsville.
75 Searchers, Drone, Helicopter & More Mobilized in Search For Lost Hiker Near Laurel Mill Ski Trail
Elkland Search and Rescue
At 7:35 p.m. Saturday evening, Elkland Sar was requested by the Pa State Police, Ridgway Barracks to assist them with a missing hiker that was out walking his dog. He went missing about one mile west of the Laurel Mill Skiing Trail head area.
St. Marys Police Department K9 unit was working on scene when Elkland Sar arrived on scene. Ridgway Fire Dept. was dispatched for assistance on scene with Ridgway Amb. standing by at their station if assistance was needed on scene. Elkland responded with 16 members to the scene.
Incident Command was established at the Laurel Mill Skiing Area Trail Head. Search crews worked throughout the night searching for the missing individual and his dog. Tactics deployed included; hasty searches, trail searches, attraction, atv/utv and mobile patrols, mantracking, drones with Flir technology and PSP provided Flir aerial support with their helicopter.
Olean Warrant Turns Up Guns & Drugs; Man Arrested
City of Olean, NY Police Department
On November 18th 2023- City of Olean police acting on an active bench warrant issued by the Honorable Nicholas DiCerbo arrested Richard G. Pike (35) of 1228 Brook Street in Olean.
Officers seized a loaded modified 20 gauge shot gun, cash and approximately 20 grams of methamphetamine.
Pike was charged with PL 265.02 Subdivision 1 – Criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree (D Felony). § PL 220.16 Subdivision 7 – Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree (B Felony). § PL 220.16 Subdivision 8 – Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree with intent to sell (B Felony). Pike is also facing pending Olean City code violations.
Pike was remanded to Cattaraugus County jail awaiting future court appearance.
Cuba Man Facing Charges After His Vehicle Hits A House
Cuba Police Department
On November 19th, 2023 at approximately 1:22 AM, following a one-car motor vehicle accident in which a vehicle left the roadway and struck a house, Cuba Police arrested Cameron A. Dunlap (21) of Cuba.
Dunlap was arrested on charges of failure to maintain lane (Violation), driving while ability impaired (Misdemeanor) and driving while intoxicated 1st offense (Misdemeanor). Dunlap was processed and released to appear at a later date. Dunlap is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of Law.
Karen A. Benjamin, 67, of Port Allegany, PA
Karen A. Benjamin, 67, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Friday (November 17, 2023) at her residence in Port Allegany.
She was born June 12, 1956 in Bradford, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy Reed Alcock.
Karen attended Smethport Area Schools and worked as a bartender in the area for several years. She worked at the Valley Inn in Farmers Valley and lastly at the Eldred American Legion.
Diana Foltz, 72, of Emporium, PA
Port Allegany – Diana Foltz, 72, of Emporium, PA died Sunday (November 19, 2023) at UPMC-Williamsport.
She was born May 13, 1951 in Indiana, the daughter of Richard and Lillian (Fulton) Barriss . On April 10, 1971, in Marion Center, PA, she married Loren W. Foltz, who died Jan. 3, 2022.
Mrs. Foltz was a homemaker tending to the needs of her family. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Inez L. Pervorse, 83, of 65 Pleasant Street, Bolivar, NY
Loving Mother, Sister, Friend
Inez L. Pervorse, 83, of 65 Pleasant Street, Bolivar, NY passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 at Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility after an illness.
Born on July 18, 1940, in Bolivar, she was a daughter of J. Victor and Doris L. Richardson June. On August 5, 1962, in Bolivar, she married Richard Pervorse who predeceased her on June 20, 2008.
Inez was a graduate of Bolivar Central School Class of 1960. In 1980 she graduated from the Danville Kentucky School of Practical Nursing. She worked for many years as an LPN in Danville before returning to Bolivar.
Lawanda “PeeWee” Freer, 80, of DuBois, PA formerly of Emporium
Lawanda “PeeWee” Freer, 80, of DuBois, PA formerly of Emporium passed away peacefully at her daughter’s residence in Emporium, PA on Friday (November 17, 2023) with her family at her side.
She was born October 12, 1943 in Sharon Township Potter County, PA, a daughter of the late Lyle “Shorty” and Beatrice Snyder Freer. On November 25, 1967, she married the late Charles Harvey, who passed away in 1984. She then was married to Joseph Studer from 1986 to 2001.
Lawanda had worked at Sylvania, Motor Coil, and the Guy & Mary Felt Manor in Emporium. She moved to Dubois in 2001 where she went to DuBois Business College to become a certified nursing assistant. She worked for the DuBois Nursing Home until her retirement in 2006.