Car vs Motorcycle Crash With Injuries Near Coudersport
Potter-Tioga County Fire Wire
Homer Township, Box 48-06, Intersection of Dividing Ridge Road and Dutch Hill Road, Motor Vehicle Accident reported car vs motorcycle with injuries.
Departments 48, 49, Coudersport ALS. Called in by the driver of the motorcycle. Stated he was rear ended by a car and he had his juvenile daughter on the back of the bike. Reporting injuries. Roadway reported blocked at the intersection. Requesting Medevac. Rescue 48-8 to the scene. Engine 48-3 to establish the Landing Zone.
Tioga 911 on phone with Air Medical. Closest helicopter has a 35 minute eta. Cancelling the helicopter.
All units returning. Ambulance 49-17 enroute to UPMC Cole.
PennDOT Discusses Winter Preparations and Situational Awareness at Regional Traffic Management Center
Officials from four Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) districts held a combined media event today to discuss winter preparations and how the central Regional Transportation Management Center (RTMC) assists with situational awareness for the traveling public.
Jason Powell, District 2 Maintenance Operations Manager, provided an overview of the center, which provides coverage services to 26 counties in the region. Powell noted, “The tools and technology we use allows us to respond quickly, make changes quickly, and share information quickly. The service we provide through the RTMC helps keep motorists safe as they travel through the region”.
RTMC services include 24/7 monitoring and posting of road and bridge restrictions/closures, managing traffic related and weather-related incidents, and oversight of the Intelligent Transportation System, which includes traffic cameras, message boards, and Highway Advisory Radio.
In discussing traffic safety, Powell explained that–as part of a signage pilot project– the department has [BM1] deployed variable speed limit, or VSL, signs at 63 total locations:
- 21 locations along I-80 in Clearfield (mile marker (MM) 100-133) and Clinton (MM 182-193) counties;
- Six locations on I-80 in Clarion and Jefferson counties on the approaches to Emlenton Bridge (MM 42-45), North Fork Bridge (MM 78-81), and Kyle Lake Bridge (MM 92-95); and
- 36 locations along I-81 from I-78 to I-80 in Lebanon (five locations), Luzerne (seven locations), and Schuylkill (24 locations) counties.
When visibility or roadway conditions call for lower speeds, the VSLs help to quickly reduce speed limits—displaying the lower speed limit vividly for motorists. When speed limits are reduced, a yellow light at the top and bottom of the VSL will be flashing to further ensure motorists are aware of the change.
While the VSLs are in place through April, permanent speed limit signs will be covered, and the normal posted speed limit will be displayed on the VSL unless visibility or winter weather conditions call for slower speeds.
Earlier this year, the program was active in 12 locations along I-80 in Clearfield County. Preliminary results show this low-cost innovative solution effectively slowed traffic when needed and reduced or eliminated crashes. Locations were chosen based on crash and weather data, such as frequent wintry conditions and where crashes caused by whiteout conditions led to roadway closures of more than three hours.
With more than $212 million budgeted for this winter’s statewide operations, PennDOT deploys about 4,700 on-the-road workers, has more than 636,000 tons of salt on hand across the state and will take salt deliveries throughout the winter.
Ken Bair, Assistant District Executive – Maintenance with District 3 reported that PennDOT is prepared for the winter season.
“Our preparation for the winter season starts the prior spring,” said Bair. “Across our regions counties have adequate materials on hand, equipment has been prepped and personnel have reviewed their snow routes for the winter.”
If motorists encounter snow or ice-covered roads, they should slow down, increase their following distance and avoid distractions. Last winter in Pennsylvania, preliminary statewide data shows that there were 266 crashes resulting in two fatalities and 116 injuries on snowy, slushy or ice-covered roadways where aggressive-driving behaviors such as speeding or making careless lane changes were factors.
Motorists should prepare for potential wintry weather by ensuring they have supplies in their vehicles before heading out: food, water, blankets, extra gloves and hats, cell phone charger, hand or foot warmers, windshield brush and scraper, and any specialized items like medications or baby and pet supplies.
In addition, snow squalls can often produce dangerous and deadly travel hazards on otherwise clear winter days. The National Weather Service now issues “Snow Squall Warnings” which alert drivers of whiteout conditions and slippery roadways, so motorists can avoid traveling directly into these dangerous squalls.
Joan L. Leviski, 87, a resident of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of Beech Road, St. Marys, PA
Joan L. Leviski, 87, a resident of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of Beech Road, St. Marys, PA passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022 in DuBois following a brief illness.
She was born on June 9, 1935 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Ivan and Genevieve DeGroat Snyder.
On November 12, 1960, in Queen of the World Church, she married the late Vincent M. Leviski, who preceded her in death on November 24, 2011. Together they shared more than 51 years of marriage, and Joan joined him in Heaven exactly 11 years later.
Joan was a graduate of Central High School and was a member of Queen of the World Church. Over the years, she was employed at Loblaw’s and Bell’s. In her free time, Joan enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by 3 children; David (Diane) Leviski of Ellicott City, MD, Stacey (Dave Pisani) Iorfida of Johnsonburg, and Amy (Rick) Hoyt of Johnsonburg. She is also survived by six grandchildren; Laura (Matt) Hyde, Michael (Shirley) Leviski, Miranda (Kyle) Fauls, Ryan Hoyt, Zach Iorfida, and Edward Pisani, and by three great-grandchildren; Harlyn, Louie. and Andrew, and was anticipating the birth of her fourth great-grandchild.
In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister; Miriam “Jean” Elmquist.
Funeral Services for Joan L. Leviski will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Burial will follow in Parklawn Memorial Gardens in Ridgway.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Elk County Humane Society.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
DICKENS OF A BOOK SALE STARTS MONDAY, NOV. 28 AND ENDS ON SUNDAY, DEC. 11
The Dickens of a Book Sale is being held indoors for two weeks, starting Monday, Nov. 28 and ending on Sunday, Dec. 11 in the main area at the Green Free Library at 134 Main Street in Wellsboro.
Staff members are conducting the sale. Proceeds will be used to support the library.
Included will be gently used books, coffee table books, audio books and DVDs for Christmas gift giving. “We will be restocking throughout the sale,” said Director Leslie Wishard.
Hours the first week, which includes Dickens of a Christmas weekend, Friday, Dec. 2 to Sunday, Dec. 4, are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 through Thursday, Dec. 1; from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2; from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3;and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4.
Hours the second week, which includes Christmas on Main Street Thursday, Dec. 8 to Sunday, Dec. 11, are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5 through Thursday, Dec. 8; from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9; and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10 and 11.
EMMF EARLY BIRD SEASON PASS IS AVAILABLE UNTIL WEDNESDAY, NOV. 30 FOR $150
A $150 early bird season pass to attend 13 Endless Mountain Music Festival concerts featuring world-class musicians is available only through next Wednesday, Nov. 30.
On Thursday, Dec. 1, the price will increase to $199throughSaturday, Dec 31 and will increase to $250 onJan. 1, 2023.
“The early bird season pass is an opportunity to give a music lover a great gift for Christmas, a birthday, anniversary or just because,” said Cindy Long, EMMF executive director.
The 17-day festival will offer a menu of music from Friday, July 21 through Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023 at venues in Pennsylvania and New York.
Admission to six of the eight symphony orchestra concerts on Fridays in Mansfield and Saturdays in Corning, N.Y. is $39 each or $234 and to eight of the 10 chamber concerts is $30 each or $240.
Two of the eight symphony orchestra concerts are free with one in Wellsboro on July 23 at 2:30 p.m. and the other in Corning on Aug. 6 at 2:30 p.m.
Two of the 10 chamber concerts are free and will be in Pennsylvania, one outdoors under the stars at Cherry Springs State Park near Galeton in Potter County at 8 p.m. and the other indoors at the Yoked Church in Knoxville in Tioga County at 7 p.m.
The total price to attend the 13 concerts is $474. Those who purchase a $150 early bird season pass will save $324 off the price of admission. For more information about the early bird season pass, call 570-787-7800.
Legion Auxiliary of Port Allegany VMI (Vets Club) Winter Coat Distribution Today
On Saturday, November 26, the Legion Auxiliary in the Port Allegany VMI (Vets Club) will have a distribution of the winter coats they received during a very successful coat drive. If you’re in need of a coat or know someone who is, stop by between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Pictured is Legion Auxiliary President, Kathy Link.
All of November through the week before Christmas, the Potter County Farmers Market will move indoors to the Riley Gallery
All of November through the week before Christmas, the Potter County Farmers Market will move indoors to the Riley Gallery, next to the Crittenden, on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The next market will be this Saturday, November 26th. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
The LONG FAMILY will be in the Riley Gallery on Saturday with Handmade Birdseed Wreaths and Ornaments. Adorned with a beautiful ribbon, these make the perfect gift and the birds love them!
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be in the Riley Gallery on Saturday. We will have a selection of soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, and bath bombs. We have also put together some gift boxes and have decorative jars filled with bath bombs. We accept cash or card payments. For more information you can email meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.
KELLY’S QUILTS & CRAFT is planning on attending this week with quilt & Christmas items
BLACK CATS AND PAPERCRAFTS is planning on being there with charms, quilled paper light boxes, wall hangings, hair accessories, paper and resin jewelry and other assorted paper crafts. We also have cards, gift tags and gift boxes for the holidays and are taking a few more commissions to be done by Christmas. For more information, or to make a custom order contact Leon at blackcatsandpapercrafts@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page to see sneak peeks of the new things we’re making at https://facebook.com/blackcatsandpapercrafts
David B. Gutowski, 79, of Greenbriar Drive, Kersey, PA.
David B. Gutowski, 79, of Greenbriar Drive, Kersey, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois, surrounded by his loving family.
Dave was born May 10, 1943, in Force, PA, son of the late John P. and Irene Benini Gutowski, Sr. He was a lifelong resident of the area and attended St. Boniface Grade School and Fox Township High School which consolidated to St. Marys Area High School, where he graduated in 1961. He attended DuBois Business College, where he earned a degree in Accounting and Business Administration.
On October 27, 1962, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, he married his high school sweetheart, Mary Jo Rigard, who survives.
Dave was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, having served during the Cuban Crisis and the Vietnam Era. While in the Air Force, he was assigned to bases in San Antonio, TX, Biloxi, MS, and Syracuse, NY. He was assigned temporary duty in Watertown, NY and a year at Sparrevohn, AK in the Alaskan Air Command. His duty was in the Aircraft Control and Warning Field where he assisted officers with the control of fighter aircraft to secure the safety of U.S. Northern borders. He served four years active duty and two years inactive reserve. He was discharged honorably as a Staff Sargent.
He worked at several businesses related to computers and management, retiring in 2013 from Eastern Sintered Alloys as sales manager after 25 years of service. He also worked part-time at Riverside/BiLo for 10 years.
Dave had a true love for his country and his community where he was a faithful parishioner of the St. Boniface Church and former member of the St. Boniface Parish Council. He also was a former member of the Fox Township Sewer Authority and past member of the APMI Board of Directors. He was a member of the CMF and American Legion Post 511.
He enjoyed going to his grandchildren’s activities and loved being outdoors. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed hunting and fishing when he was younger. He particularly enjoyed the family vacations to Myrtle Beach and the adventures with his wife driving across the country.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by two daughters: Sharon Barbazzeni and Pamela Smith (Timothy), both of St. Marys; two sons: Dean A. Gutowski and David M. Gutowski (Marjorie), both of St. Marys; seven grandchildren: Adam Barbazzeni (Jessica), Joel Barbazzeni (Katie), Andrew Smith (Gennavieve), Marcella Smith, Alexander Smith, Allison Gutowski, and Luke Gutowski; three great-grandchildren: Angelo Barbazzeni, Mayzee Barbazzeni, and Theodora Smith; two sisters: Veronica Sterbank (John) of Kersey and Mary Carbonara (Ronald) of State College; a brother Michael Gutowski (Catherine) of Mercer, PA; a sister-in-law, Kathleen Gutowski of Rochester, NY; and by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Dave was preceded in death by a brother, John Gutowski.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the St. Boniface Church on Monday, November 28, 2022, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Kevin Holland, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Full military rites will be accorded by the Fox Township Servicemen’s Burial Detail.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Sunday, November 27, 2022 from 5:00PM until 7:00PM.
In honor of Dave’s brother John, memorials, if desired, may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL, 33131 or to the St. Boniface Parish, 355 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846.
Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Jane M. Nelson, 102, a resident of the Rouse Estates, Warren, PA
Jane M. Nelson, 102, a resident of the Rouse Estates, Warren, PA passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022. She was born February 19, 1920, in Warren, PA., to the late John H. and Kathryn Hartz Steinkamp. She was a former resident of Mill Street, and resided in Warren, her entire life.
Jane had been employed with the former G.T.E. Sylvania, Warren State Hospital and did private duty nursing. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Women of the Warren Moose Lodge 109.
Jane is survived by her daughter, Barb Lewis (nee Lester) and husband, Bill of Chesapeake, VA., her daughter-in-law, Kim Lester of Cheektowaga, N.Y., 3 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren, 5 Stepchildren, several nieces, and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, G. Norman Nelson, whom she married in 1970, who died May 18, 1989, her son, Kirt Lester who died May 27, 2006, brothers, Paul and John Steinkamp, sisters, Carolyn Timmis McChesney, Jean Kintner (her twin), Anne and Margaret Steinkamp.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. followed by a funeral and committal service at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Jeffrey Ewing, Pastor of First Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment will be in Gibb Hill Cemetery, Ludlow, PA.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through St. John Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society hospice of Warren County, 1 main Avenue, Warren, PA. 16365 or www.hospiceofwarrencounty.org. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Jacqueline M. Anderson, 70, of Ridgway, PA
Jacqueline M. Anderson, 70, of Ridgway, PA died unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at her home.
She was born on November 19, 1952, in Erie, a daughter of the late Howard and Margaret Cooney Waldo.
On September 17, 1976, she married the late Charles L. Anderson, who preceded her in death on August 30, 2018. Together they shared more than 42 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
Jacqueline lived in Ridgway for more than 40 years and was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School in Erie. She was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and worked at Ridgmont for many years. Jacqueline spent her time baking, cooking, and raising her pets. She had a special love for her friends and family, especially her loving husband of more than 42 years.
She is survived by 3 daughters; Tammy L. Anderson of Ridgway, Charlene A. Anderson of Ridgway, and Melissa D. Anderson of Ridgway, 1 son; Charles L. Anderson and his wife Amy of Johnsonburg, 5 grandchildren: Erica, Harley, Isabella, Charles, and Nikolina. She is also survived by 2 brothers; David Waldo of Erie and James Waldo and his wife Kim of TX, a sister; Laurie Fenstermacher and her husband David of Erie, and by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 5 brothers: Marvin, Richard, Ronald, Gary, and Thomas Waldo.
A Memorial Service for Jacqueline M. Anderson will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway with Rev. Erik Hart, Pastor of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, as celebrant.
Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Krise Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Ridgway Ambulance, 301 N. Broad St., Ridgway, PA 15853.
Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA, is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Service Saturday for Alfred Earl ANTHONY, 85, of Largo, FL, a native of North Fork, PA
Alfred Earl ANTHONY, 85, of Largo, FL, a native of North Fork, PA, died Wednesday, May 23, 2022 in Largo Medical Center following a brief illness.
Friends may call at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Harrison Valley, PA on Saturday, November 26, 2022 from 12:30 – 1:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 1:00 PM. Rev. Kevin Cornish will officiate. Burial will be in Brookfield Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Penn-York Camp and Retreat Center, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948 or Northside Christian School, (for tuition assistance fund) 7777 62nd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL 33709. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Vincent P. Erisman, 82, of Warren, PA
Vincent P. Erisman, 82, of Warren, PA, died on Wednesday November 23, 2022, in Kinzua Healthcare and Rehab Center.
Graveside services will be held in Pine Grove Cemetery, Russell on Monday, November 28, 2022, at 1:00 pm, with the Rev. Dr. Dale Haight, officiating.
There will be no viewing or visitation.
Memorials may be made to Kinzua Healthcare and Rehab Center, 205 Water St., Warren, PA 16365.
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
RECALLS
Weis Markets Issues an Allergy Alert for Weis Quality Premium Sea Salt and Caramel Ripple Ice Cream Due to Undeclared Soy and Coconut Allergens
Sunbury, PA (NOVEMBER 23, 2022) – Weis Markets today said it has issued a recall for 108 containers of Weis Quality Sea Salt Caramel Ripple Ice Cream (48oz) since the product may contain undeclared soy and coconut allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy or coconut allergens run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
Product may have been distributed in 197 Weis Markets’ stores in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, New York, Delaware and West Virginia.
The container says Weis Quality Sea Salt Caramel Ripple Ice Cream and the lid says Weis Quality Caramel Caribou Ice Cream. The ice cream is packaged in a scround container with a UPC of 041497-01288 and with a sell by date of 11/08/23. This was produced on 11/08/22. The sell by date can be located on the bottom of the container. An example of the container and lid has been included with this release.
Leila F. Slocum, 89, formerly of 63 Evens Road, Eldred, PA
Leila F. Slocum, 89, formerly of 63 Evens Road, Eldred, PA passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport, PA.
She was born September 27, 1933 in Bolivar the daughter of the late George and Marjorie (Marsh) Fanton. In 1955 she married Douglas Slocum, who predeceased her on March 28, 1990.
Leila was a 1952 graduate of Bolivar High School. She was employed at the Little Genesee Library and taught Quilting Classes, (which were her passion) for several years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 97, in Portville.
She is survived by two sons, William (Rhonda) Slocum of Wellsville, and Edward Slocum of Johnson City, TN, two daughters, Mary (Steve) Langworthy of Eldred, and Carolyn (James) Shields of Shinglehouse, PA, eight grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by an infant brother, Buster Fanton, and a sister, Ruth Kenyon.
Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 from 12 noon to 2 PM at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, 34 W. State Street in Wellsville. The funeral will follow at 2 PM in the funeral home with Rev. Marilyn Hale presiding. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery in Wellsville.
Please consider memorial donations to the Little Genesee Library, or the ALS Association. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com