CHERRY SPRINGS STATE PARK IS HOLDING FREE IN-PERSON PROGRAMS THIS SATURDAY, OCT. 21
Free, in-person programs are being held this Saturday, Oct. 21 at Cherry Springs State Park at 4639 Cherry Springs Road, Coudersport, Pa. 16915. The park is 12 miles from Route 6 in Galeton via West Branch Road and 15 miles from Coudersport via Route 44.
Registration is not needed for any Oct. 21 programs. All visitors should arrive at the park before dark whether they are attending a stargazing program or are observing on their own. Stargazing programs are in the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area. Since seating is limited, bring a lawn chair and/or blanket. Leave pets at home.
Check the Clear Sky Chart or Astrospheric for 48-hour forecasts of cloud cover and viewing conditions. All programs will be cancelled if the forecasted wind chill is below 25°F, or if rain or snow is forecast.
Night Sky Tour: Introduction to the Fall Sky is This Saturday, Oct. 21, 7pm to 7:45pm
Experience the wonder of the night sky at Cherry Springs State Park through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Explore the constellations of Ursa Major (Big Bear, containing the Big Dipper), Sagittarius, and Cygnus the Swan. Listen as staff recounts the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky. Learn about park history, current use, and the importance of dark night skies.
International Observe the Moon Night is This Saturday, Oct. 21, 8pm to 9pm
International Observe the Moon Night is a worldwide public event that encourages observation, appreciation and understanding of Earth’sMoon and its connection to space science, exploration, and human culture. This annual event connects scientists, educators and lunar enthusiasts from around the world.
Under the guidance of Cherry Springs State Park volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the moon’s surface to view its natural features. Explore the moon’s diverse landscape from highlands to volcanic plains and discover where moon mission landings took place among them.
Telescopes are available on a first-come, first-served basis subject to staff and volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.
Alan J. Peyno, 65, of Coudersport, PA
Alan J. Peyno “beloved father and grandfather”
Alan J. Peyno, 65, of Coudersport, passed away with his loving son by his side on Monday, October 16, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a short illness.
Born on Monday, November 18, 1957 in Havana, Cuba, he was a son of Edwin and Virginia Velaseo Peyno.
Alan graduated from high school in Havana. He was an auto mechanic by trade.
In keeping with his Cuban heritage, Alan enjoyed Cuban Salsa dancing, both in Cuba and in the United States. He enjoyed fishing. His greatest love was his family, especially spending time with his granddaughter and grandson. His grandchildren loved it when he pushed them on the swing and gave them ice cream!!
Robert V. Howard, 80, of 110 Wehler Road, St. Marys, PA.
A funeral service for Robert V. Howard will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 10:30 AM, with the Rev. Ann Foor officiating. Burial will be in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Benezette.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Saturday morning, from 9:30 AM until the time of the service.
Structure Fire At The Dollar General In Port Allegany
On October 18 at 9:39 am, Port Allegany, Coudersport, Roulette, and Emporium Fire Depts. were dispatched to Main St. in Port Allegany for a building fire at the Dollar General. Smoke is coming from the back corner from an unknown source. All employees have been evacuated. Update: There appears to be an electrical fire in the ceiling.
McKean County Ballots To Be Replaced After Mistake Noticed
This Notice is to inform any Absentee or Mail-In voter in McKean County of an error that was made on any 2023 Municipal General Election Ballot that was postmarked October 13th 2023 or prior.
These ballots instructed voters to “vote for not more than 3” candidates on the 2023 county commissioners contest.
This was an error.
Voters are permitted to vote for not more than 2 candidates for the county commissioners contest.
New revised ballots will be sent to all individuals who requested an Absentee or Mail-in Ballot by the deadline of October 31st 2023. The new revised ballot will be distinguishable from the erroneous ballot by a colored stripe at the top of the front page of the ballot, as well as the instructions to “vote for not more than 2” for the county commissioners contest.
Any voters who have received the 2023 Municipal General Election Ballot with the error, but have not returned it, are asked to disregard that ballot and wait until they receive the new revised ballot to return their vote. For those voters who have already returned absentee/mail-in ballots, please re-vote the new revised ballot you will receive and return it per the included instructions.
The McKean County Elections Office and the McKean County Board of Elections would like to apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Every vote is of the utmost importance to any election and we will do everything possible to make sure every voter is represented.
Brett Perry, McKean County Director of Elections
Sherri L. (Moon) Thornton, age 51, of Cogan Station, PA, formerly of Wellsboro, PA
Sherri L. (Moon) Thornton, age 51, of Cogan Station, PA, formerly of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, October 17, 2023.
She was born on May 29, 1972 in Wellsboro, PA, a daughter of George and Carol (Baldwin) Moon and was married to John Thornton.
Sherri was formerly employed by Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA and as a Medicare claims examiner in Williamsport, PA and enjoyed crafting, birdwatching and cooking.
She is survived by her parents: George and Carol Moon of Wellsboro, PA, husband: John Thornton of Cogan Station, PA, daughter: Taylor Hill of Liverpool, NY and a brother: Gary Moon of Lawrenceville, PA.
A private family graveside service will be held at the Ansonia Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com
Get your Halloween-on at our Spooky Lantern Tours event; happening at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum this Saturday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
JOURNEY HEALTH SYSTEM ANNUAL BOARD MEETING RESULTS
BRADFORD, Pa (October 13, 2023)– Journey Health System (JHS) and their affiliates held their annual Board meeting on October 13, 2023, at the main JHS office located in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Over 30 individuals from each agency’s Board, executive team members and guest speakers gathered remotely and in-person for the election of officers and to review the fiscal year. The theme of this year’s meeting was “Working Together for You”.
Journey Health System provides administrative support for the following behavioral health affiliates: Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS); Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS); Deerfield Behavioral Health (DBH); Dickinson Center, Inc. (DCI); Forest-Warren Mental Wellness Association (FWMWA) and Stairways Behavioral Health (SBH). The JHS Board of Directors is comprised of representatives from each organization which deliver mental health care to a total of 23 counties across Pennsylvania.
Journey Health System’s President and CEO Guy Signor welcomed attendees to the meeting prior to presentations by each affiliate’s executive director regarding last year’s results. Additionally, the guest speaker Scott Nick of J.L. Nick & Associates presented, “The State of Human Resources Today”.
The annual meeting’s proceedings and Board elections were conducted by Journey Health System’s Board Chair Gregory LaRocca.
James Henry Bogdan, 71, of Otto Township, Pa.
James Henry Bogdan, 71, of Otto Township, Pa., died Saturday (Oct. 14, 2023) at Olean General Hospital with his family by his side, after a battle with multiple myeloma.
Born to Henry and Dorothy Bogdan on Jan. 6, 1952, in Buffalo, Jim was a 1970 graduate of Canisius High School. He studied geology at SUNY Fredonia and moved to Pennsylvania to work in the oil fields. There, he worked for Piper Well Surveys Inc., Gearhart Wireline Inc., Kmart, Belden & Blake, and Catalyst Energy. Post-retirement, he worked for Metz at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
John Stephen Kohut, age 82, of Elkland, PA
John Stephen Kohut, age 82, of Elkland, PA passed away at his home on Sunday, October 15, 2023.
Born April 3, 1941 in Corning, NY, he was the son of the late John J. and Frances M. (Piecuch) Kohut.
John graduated from the University of Cincinnati and built his career as a Software Engineering Manager with Control Data Corporation, where he was highly regarded among his peers, upper management, and those who worked for him.
During his time in California, he was recognized for his years of service by holding the title of Chairman Emeritus of the Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen in San Jose, CA.
Sr. Therese Joyce, OSF
August 10, 1919 — October 9, 2023
Allegany
BORN: Katherine Rita Joyce on August 10, 1919 in County Galway, Ireland
DIED: October 9, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Motherhouse, Allegany, NY.
DAUGHTER OF: Peter and Mary McDonnell Joyce, Dorchester, MA.
Sr. Therese entered the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany on August 14, 1940, was received into the Congregation on August 15, 1941, and professed her final vows on August 16, 1948. Committed to the Franciscan charism, Sister lived for 83 years as a devoted member of the Allegany Franciscan Sisters sharing her life in community and ministry.
Alan J. Peyno, 65, of Coudersport, PA
Alan J. Peyno, 65, of Coudersport, PA passed away with his loving son by his side on Monday, October 16, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a short illness.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Donna M. Weatherly, 71, of 120 Abbotts Road, Lyndon, NY
Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister
Donna M. Weatherly, 71, of 120 Abbotts Road, Lyndon, NY passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at Olean General Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Born on July 31, 1952, in Buffalo, she was a daughter of Frederick and Loretta M. Lederhouse Witt, Sr. On July 5, 1975, in Scio, she married Burton J. Weatherly who survives.
Donna worked as a one-on-one Aide in multiple schools, had been a clerk at the Uni-Mart in Cuba and last was a personal care aide for the Rehabilitation Center in Olean.
Jane C. Nicholas, 70, of Shinglehouse, PA
“beloved companion”
Jane C. Nicholas, 70, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 15, 2023, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
Born on Tuesday, December 30, 1952 in Easton, she was a daughter of Stewart and Phyllis Chamberlin Ruch.
Jane was a graduate of Bangor High School, Class of 1971, in Bangor, Pa. She was employed as a school bus driver for STA-Krise Bus Company in Bangor and also had been employed as a school bus driver for David Ebeling in Shinglehouse.
Jane loved her cats and dogs. She was an avid gardener and loved studying the Bible. Jane took care of and fed Bwana Jim’s many animals while he was away doing his shows.
Deborah L. VanAlstine, 58, of 120 Pear Road, St. Marys, PA
Deborah L. VanAlstine, 58, of 120 Pear Road, St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly Sunday, October 15, 2023.
She was born December 26, 1964, in St. Marys, daughter of Donald Cunningham, who survives of St. Marys, and the late Carol Roth Cunningham. She was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1984. Deborah worked as a housekeeper at the Best Western Hotel.
In July of 1987, in St. Marys, Deborah married Keith A. VanAlstine, who survives.
Timothy M. Johnson, 56, of Warren, PA
Timothy M. Johnson, 56, of Warren, PA, passed away early Tuesday morning October 17, 2023, in Warren General Hospital after an unexpected medical issue.
Friends may call on Friday, October 20, 2023, from 6 to 8 pm in the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St., Warren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 11:00 am in Pleasant Township Social Hall, 40 Fuller Ave., Warren, PA.
A complete obituary will be published when it’s available
Patrick Stewart Fargo, 59, of Bradford, PA
Patrick Stewart Fargo, 59, of Bradford, PA passed away Friday, October 13, 2023 at the Olean General Hospital, after a long illness.
Born December 28, 1963, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Bruce C. and Beverly J. (Yard) Fargo.
He was a 1982 graduate of Limestone Union Free School, where he played varsity football and was proud to wear the “88” Jersey. He also played baseball and basketball.
On March 2, 2013, in Limestone, NY, he married Patricia Ann (Dewyer) Fargo who survives.
He was employed at Bush Industries and retired as a CNC Machine Operator at W. R.Case Cutlery.