On February 3, 2023, Troopers out of SP Olean arrested Xander J. Grover, 19 of Limestone, NY for Burglary in the second degree, Criminal Mischief in the third degree, and Harassment in the second degree.
In the early morning hours of February 3, 2023, Troopers were called to the scene of a home invasion burglary on Church St in the town of Carrollton. Investigation on scene by Troopers determined that Grover had forced entry into a residence at this location and made threats to harm the homeowner before fleeing. Troopers were able to locate Grover nearby where he was placed under arrest and transported to SP Olean for arrest processing.
Grover was arraigned in Allegany Town Court and subsequently released under supervision. Grover is scheduled to re-appear in Allegany Town Court at a later date in February 2023.
NEW YORK STATE POLICE Major Eugene J. Staniszewski Troop A Commander
PRESS RELEASE
New York State Police are alerting the public on the increase in overdoses involving heroin in Western New York from January 27, 2023, to February 7, 2023. In twelve days, 94 overdoses have been reported including six deaths. Of the 94 overdoses and six deaths, the southern tier, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties make up 20 overdoses and 3 deaths. Naloxone (Narcan) has been administered 57 times during this time frame. The rural areas have a longer medical response than the urban areas, which can contribute to the overdose being fatal. Be aware that a more lethal strand of heroin is being distributed in WNY that may cause death.
If you or a family member, friend or acquaintance struggle with opiate use, seek help from one of the below services.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that Route 220 is closed in both directions between Route 405 in Hughesville Borough in Lycoming County and Route 42 in Davidson Township, Sullivan County, due to a vehicle crash.
A detour using Route 118, and Route 42 is in place. The roadway is expected to be closed for several hours.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect travel delays, and drive with caution.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
Brian K. Heitzenrater, 47, of 226 Gardeau Rd., Emporium, PA passed away unexpectedly at UPMC Cole, Coudersport, PA on Monday night (February 6, 2023). He was born August 10, 1975 in Ridgway, PA a son of Priscilla Swesey Heitzenrater, Emporium, PA and the late Jack “Kenny” Heitzenrater. On February 14, 2003 in First Presbyterian Church, Emporium he married Melanie Jones, who survives.
Brian graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 1993. He had worked at GKN, AST, Teutech and was currently working at Embassy Powder Metal in Emporium. He was an avid base guitar player and played in his church with the worship team. He was a member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church in Emporium. Brian enjoyed sitting around a campfire with his family and playing video games. He was always the happiest when he was at home around his wife and children.
In addition to his mother and wife he is survived by two sons, Logan and Jack Heitzenrater; daughter, Zoey Heitzenrater, all of Emporium; a sister, Jamie Hanna (George), Dubai and a nephew, Leo.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jack “Kenny” Heitzenrater.
The family will receive friends at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church, 1284 Sizerville Road, Emporium, PA on Sunday, (February 12, 2023) from 9:30-10:15 AM followed by the Memorial Service at 10:30 AM with Rev. Lionel Owen, Pastor, officiating.
Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to help cover final expenses by mailing to Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. 4th St., Emporium, PA 15834 or using our online payment portal with in his obituary.
On February 8 at 10:55 pm. Belfast, Wellsville and Angelica were dispatched to I-86 for a three vehicle accident. A vehicle was traveling the wrong way between mile marker 114 and 115 Westbound, two vehicles crashed head on and a semi is on its side. There are serious injuries with entrapment. The highway has been shutdown at the Almond exit. Air Medical has been dispatched. Update one fatality has been reported.
ROAD REOPENED AT 9:06 AM on Thursday. Donald J. Rose, 62, of Angelica, N.Y. was killed when police say he drove a 2017 Dodge Ram eastbound in the westbound lane and crashed head-on into another vehicle. Air Medical flew another patient to a Rochester hospital.
The vehicle that was struck by the wrong way driver was a Ford Transit utility/cargo van. The 3rd vehicle was a semi . The semi driver went off the right shoulder to avoid hitting the truck and van that was now blocking both lanes. Because of 911 callers about a wrong way vehicle on I 86 NYSP were responding to alert and stop this vehicle .They arrived right after the accident and called for EMS.
Kathleen M. Clark, 89, of 149 Neubert Street, St. Marys, passed away with her family by her side Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at her residence.
She was born February 21, 1933, in Emporium, daughter of the late Thomas and Julia Hout Cleary. Kathleen was a graduate of Emporium High School, Class of 1950, and had been a resident of St. Marys since 1959.
On January 22, 1955, in St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Emporium, Kathleen married the late Walter J. Clark, who preceded her in death on February 10, 2000. They were blessed with 45 years of marriage.
Kathleen is survived by three daughters: Nancy McAninch of Johnsonburg, Mary Jo Caggiano (Barry) of Ridgway, and Julia Gornati (David) of Kersey; two sons: James C. Clark of St. Marys and John J. Clark of Rathbun, PA; 11 grandchildren: Ryan, Kevin, Sarah, Nathan, Lindsay, Nick, Jesse, Alex, John, Gina, and Paul; five great-grandchildren: Bryce, Bentley, Bria, Walter, and Maisy; her sister, Mary Laughlin (James) of Emporium; and by her brother, Thomas Cleary of Emporium.
In addition to her husband and parents, Kathleen was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Laura Clark; and by her son-in-law, William McAninch.
Kathleen was an active member of the Sacred Heart Church. She volunteered for the bereavement luncheons, baked for the parish bake sales, helped to maintain the church as the “heavenly duster”, and was a member of the St. Anne’s Society. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, whose home was warm and welcoming to all.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church on Friday, February 10, 2023, at 10:00 AM, with the Rev. Thomas Curry, OSB, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Thursday, February 9, 2023, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to Penn Highlands Community Nurses, 757 Johnsonburg Road, Suite 200, St. Marys, PA 15857 or to the Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
February 8, 2023 – Starting Friday, Feb. 10, UPMC will be accepting applications for the free nurse aide training course offered at The Green Home, a part of UPMC Senior Communities, located at 37 Central Ave., Wellsboro.
This paid, intensive seven-week training program provides prospective nurse aides the opportunity to spend three weeks in classroom-based training, and then transition to a four-week orientation at The Green Home. Participants actively learn the skills and knowledge needed to become a nurse aide while earning an income and are guaranteed a position with The Green Home upon successful completion.
Enrollment is open until Thursday, March 9. Classes for this upcoming session run from Friday, April 10 to Wednesday, May 1. Future classes are also scheduled with enrollment periods coming up in April and October.
For more information and to enroll in the course, visit careers.UPMC.com and search ‘CNA Training Course.’
On this12-day tour, you’ll journey through five of America’s most incredible national parks. It begins in the world-famous resort town of Scottsdale, Arizona, then on to the artists’ colony of Sedona. Travel on to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – the spectacular Grand Canyon, an iconic natural treasure.
On to the Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell for gorgeous sunset views. Bryce Canyon National Park is next, truly one of the most spectacular scenic wonders of the world. Enjoy a hike along the Rim Trail looking into the expansive Bryce Amphitheater. Zion National Park is one of the most awe-inspiring national parks in the world. Climb aboard Zion’s open-air tram and wind your way alongside the Virgin River and through the Zion Canyon. Next, enjoy Salt Lake City en route to Wyoming. Arrive in the cowboy town of Jackson and experience a fun-filled evening of cowboy entertainment and a traditional chuck wagon dinner.
From Jackson Hole, pass through Grand Teton National Park and arrive at amazing Yellowstone National Park. Experience the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. Drive through the incredible Bighorn Mountains and journey through the territory of the Great Sioux Nation. Visit Crazy Horse Memorial and the Native American Cultural Center. Later, see one of the country’s most famous landmarks, Mount Rushmore.
There is so much more to this tour that departs August 26, 2023. Visit this link for more information: gateway.gocollette.com/link/1112512or call us at (814) 274-4877 to request a brochure and get details, cost, etc. Hurry, you will save $150/per person if you reserve before February 26, 2023!
More 2023 tours to consider: America’s Music Cities departing October 1, 2023 and Hawaiian Adventure departing November 2, 2023. Call or stop in at 5 Water Street, Coudersport for more information!
Fresh Ideation Food Group LLC of Baltimore, MD is recalling products sold from January 24, 2023 through January 30, 2023 because the products have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Products have been distributed in Connecticut, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia. Recalled Products were sold in retail locations, vending machines, and during travel with transportation providers.
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 2/07/2023 to FRONTIER NATURAL RESOURCES in West Keating Twp, Clinton county. OGA3220(A) – PLUGGING REQUIREMENTS – Failure to plug the well upon abandoning it.
