(BRADFORD, Pennsylvania; November 29, 2023):  District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that Chief Michael Ward and Officer Shaun McDonald of the City of Bradford Police have concluded the investigation into a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on September 14th on Forman Street in the City and no charges will be filed against the driver. 

At the time of the collision with the pedestrian, the driver of the pickup truck had just exited from 219 and was passing the entrance to the Holiday Inn Express when the decedent was walking from the edge of the hotel parking lot across Forman Street.  The collision occurred in the lane of travel.

Members of the City of Bradford Police, City of Bradford Fire Department, Pennsylvania State Police, Collision and Accident Reconstruction Unit of the State Police, District Attorney, County Detective and Agents with the Attorney General’s Office who were in the area working with local law enforcement all responded to the scene.  

The City has found no criminal wrongdoing of the driver.  Police cite the setting sun as a factor in the crash. 

Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/136029/post/no-charges-fatal-pedestrian-crash-city-police-clear-driver

The 2023 St. Gabriel’s Christmas Bazaar  will be held Saturday, December 2 at the Parish Center located at 203 Arnold Avenue in Port Allegany.  There will be basket raffles, a Chinese Auction, Baked Food Sale, White Elephant Sale, Eat In or Takeout homemade soups and pies.  There will be raffles for an Antique Quilt, handmade afghan or St. Bonaventure game and dinner.  For pre-sale tickets call Susan Riley at 814-558-8325. 

Elk County– Jim Ryan, St. Marys Area United Way Vice- President, and Doug Bauer, United Way Payroll Committee Chair accepted a generous donation on behalf of the United Way from Stifel O’Leary Piccolo Wealth Management Group. Stifel is located on Brusselles Street in St. Marys and has been offering wealth management services in Elk County and surrounding areas for over 30 years. Pictured in the photo are: (L-R) Rob O’Leary; Stifel and St. Marys Area United Way board member; Doug Bauer, United Way; Kindred Burdick, Stifel; and Jim Ryan, United Way.

Encourages Consumers to Explore #SaveinPA Opportunities; Understand How Changes Impact Their Bills; and Manage Winter Energy Usage

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) reminds consumers that many utilities, including all PUC regulated electric utilities, are adjusting their energy supply prices on December 1^st – and encourages consumers to understand those changes and explore #SaveInPA opportunities to reduce energy usage and manage winter energy bills.

While consumers cannot control winter weather, they can explore #SaveInPA opportunities to cut the size of higher seasonal bills – including shopping with competitive suppliers and reducing energy usage in their homes and businesses.

Understand How Energy Price Changes Impact Your Bill

Lights! Camera! Action! was the theme of the 2023 S. W. Smith Memorial Public Library Dinner Auction held recently in the Star Hose Company Banquet Room.  The event featured great food with appetizers provided by the Port Allegany Women’s Club, dinner catered by Eddie’s on Main and decadent desserts by Cindy Knapp.  Dave Whipkey served as bartender, Alex Cole of Argenteri Brothers provided musical entertainment and Scott from Amundson’s Auctions served as auctioneer.  Student volunteers Alayna Corey, Braylon Button, Juuso Young, Saxon Palmer, Levi Wilfong, Henry Kisler, Micah Emerick, Owen Kisler, Miska Young, Peyton Stiles, Alex Schott, Madison Fillhart, Aidan Clark and recent graduate Mikya Stake helped with games, bussed tables and assisted with the live, silent and bucket auctions. Collin Stuckey served as paparazzi for the star-studded event.   The Library Dinner Auction was a huge success once again thanks to the generous donations of the community and the hard work of those mentioned above and the Library Dinner Auction Committee.  Gross profit for the 2023 event was $37,755 with donations still coming.  

Port Allegany Light Up Night will be held Friday, December 1 at 6:30 p.m. on the Town Square.  You’re invited to join in as the holiday season is welcomed with the lighting of the Town Square.  Free cookies and hot cocoa will be provided.  The PAES Ensemble will be singing carols.  The public is invited to bring an ornament for the tree when they come to the tree lighting.  Please put a name on it  if it is in honor or memory of someone.   The event is sponsored by the Port Allegany Women’s Club. Pictured are members of the Winter Wonderland on the Square Committee as they decorate for Light Up Night and the Winter Wonderland Event to be held December 9 from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.The Winter Wonderland, also sponsored by the Port Allegany Women’s Club, will feature local food vendors including Charli’s, Moe’s, Fox’s, Eddies on Main, Flammata Pizza and Moose Lodge.  Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at the square for photos and to hear the wishes of the children.  Different vendors and activities will be set up around the square and there will be an opportunity to see the Cinco C’s Alpacas.  Wagon rides will be provided by the Moose Lodge and horse rides by Reins for Rescues.