WARREN – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College’s faculty members gathered on Saturday, August 12 for Faculty Development Day. This twice annual event brings instructors from across the region together to discuss timely training items, provide resources to assist students, prepare for the upcoming term, and socialize to celebrate the academic year ahead. In addition to scheduled training activities, the College honored one of the institution’s most experienced faculty members, John Abplanalp.
John Abplanalp (left) is shown pictured with NPRC’s Director of Arts and Sciences, Ben Blood, during Faculty Development Day.
Did you know a baby gets disease immunity from mom during pregnancy? When a pregnant woman gets a flu or whooping cough immunization, her body will create protective antibodies and pass some of them on to the baby before birth. This immunity can protect your baby from some diseases during the first few months of life, but immunity decreases over time. Before your baby is born, protect both of you with vaccines.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). During NIAM, we encourage you to talk to your doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider to ensure you and your family are protected against serious diseases by getting caught up on routine immunizations.
Richard A. Vargas, “Hoss”, age 57, of Ridgway, PA passed away unexpectedly, on August 13, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk Hospital.
Rick was born on May 5, 1966 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of Thomas E. and Francis J. (Yakulis) Vargas. They survive and live in DuBois, PA.
Rick was a 1984 graduate of DuBois Area High School and went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Science at the Pennsylvania State University in 1989. Rick was the proud and sole proprietor of Cennis Beer Distributor, LLC in Ridgway, PA.
Is anyone missing this pretty girl? She was found near Cherry Springs State Park. She is a declawed female with a Seresto collar on. She was picked up by a visitor that was camping at Cherry Springs State Park and taken to HART For Animals, in Accident, MD. If she belongs to you or you know where she belongs, please get in touch with Caroline Robison, 301-387-7729 ext. 110, or Caroline@hartforanimals.org. Transport can be arranged through Potter County Animal Assistance Project if she needs a ride back to Potter County!
Philip B. Campbell, 65, of Nichols Run, Limestone, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023.
Born December 20, 1957, in Bradford, he was a son of Fay E. (Marvin) Campbell, of Limestone and the late Lyle R. Campbell. He was a 1976 graduate of Limestone Free Union.
On June 30, 1984, in Limestone NY, he married Karen (McMurtrie) Campbell, who survives.
Mary Elizabeth Crawford, 55, of Gifford, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023, at her residence, with her family by her side.
Born on July 24, 1968, in Port Allegany, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Dorothy (Smith) Thomas.
She was a 1986 graduate of Smethport Area High School.
On September 11, 2001, she married Danny L. Crawford, who survives.
Mary was a homemaker and a babysitter for families in the community. She loved watching Hallmark movies, playing games on her computer, and taking care of her family which she loved.
Surviving is her husband of 22 years, Danny, two daughters, Ashley Gorrell, and Courtney Gorrell, three brothers, Clint Thomas, Paul Thomas, and Todd Thomas, all of Gifford, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her first husband, Chris Gorrell.
Family will receive friends on August 18, 2023, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, in the Hilltop Baptist Church in Gifford, where at 1:00 pm funeral services will be held with Rev. Max Simms, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN, 38105-1942.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Joseph E. “Papa Joe” Riehle, 84, of Shinglehouse, passed away with his loving family by his side on Sunday, August 13, 2023, in Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Buffalo, N.Y., after a brief illness.
Family and friends may call from 2pm to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will be held at 11am on Friday, August 18, 2023.
A complete obituary will follow.
Joe’s family entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Joe, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
On August 14 at 5:29 pm. Lewis Run Borough Fire and Bradford City ambulance were dispatched for a one vehicle crash car into a bridge on 91 Main Street in Lewis Run Borough.
Richard L. Burdick, 86, of 52 Dollybrook Road, Port Allegany, PA passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at UPMC Cole, Coudersport after a short illness.
Born on September 26, 1936, in Sinnemahoning, PA, he was a son of Art and Alice Carlson Burdick.
Dick was a graduate of Port Allegany Central School Class of 1954. He worked as an Outfitter for hunting and fishing trips in Canada. He built his own home and lived in Vermont for a number of years. When he returned to Port Allegany, he worked in the Maintenance Department for Temple Inland Particleboard Plant in Mt. Jewitt until his retirement. In retirement he made and sold hardwood cremation urns through his business Northland Woodworks.
He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, and had invented a way to remove scratches from plexiglass, but never patented it. He also enjoyed the company of his dogs throughout the years and his friendships with his Amish neighbors
He is survived by his Cousins: George (Jenny) Carlson, Turtlepoint, Ruth Grimes, Turtlepoint, James Carlson, Turtlepoint, Anna Moore, Asheville, NC, Alice Colan, Horseheads, NY,
A Sister-in-law: Audrey Burdick, Poughkeepsie, NY
Longtime Friend: Roy (Ethel) Phillips, Shinglehouse
Several Nieces
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Robert Burdick.
There will be no services. Burial will be in the Annin Creek Cemetery, Turtlepoint, Pennsylvania.
Arrangements are under direction of the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., Cuba.
Heath Setzer’s family would like thank all of those who have reached out to us during this time, and those who assisted in honoring his memory. Words cannot express how grateful we are for all the love and support we have received during this difficult time.
On 08/06/2023 at approximately 0121 hrs, City of Bradford Police conducted a traffic stop for an equipment violation.
The male passenger was found to have an open container of alcohol and he provided a name and date of birth to the officers conducting the investigation. Officers were able to determine the male had provided a false name and date of birth.
The male was fingerprinted and found to be James Earle Pittman of Buffalo NY.
It was also determined that Pittman was a fugitive from justice wanted on Robbery charges out of NY. Officer arrested Pittman on the warrant from NY and also charged him accordingly on the charge of false identification to law enforcement.
Magistrate Cercone arraigned Pittman placing $2,500 strait cash bail on the false identification charge and no bail was given on the fugitive from justice charge. Pittman was remanded to McKean County Jail where he will await preliminary hearings. Charges Fugitive from Justice and False ID to Law Enforcement Location Main Street Bradford, PA 16701
I am going to apologize right up front. This month slipped away from me and I had planned on taking some time off this week. So the office will be open Tuesday, August 15, 2023 the normal hours however it will be closed the rest of the week. The box and the mail will be checked daily. Again I apologize for such short notice.
Ronald A. Tubbs, 82, of Starbrick, PA, died peacefully Monday morning August 7, 2023, at Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, with his family by his side.
He was born on September 20, 1940, in Corry, Pennsylvania, and raised by his grandmother Dorothy M. Scott, and attended Eisenhower High School.
Ron was a life-long resident of Warren County. For 35 years Ron worked as a lineman for the Warren Electric Cooperative, a job that brought him significant satisfaction, particularly in serving as an instructor to journeyman lineman.
At 10:25 AM on Monday, Emporium Fire Dept. has been dispatched to Emporium Hardwoods for a working structure fire. Port Allegany dispatched to assist. Tanker from Austin requested.
10:50 AM–Fire Under Control. Extensive mop up expected.
1:00 AM–A pole & wires are down blocking the main entrance & the railroad tracks. West Penn Power is enroute.
WIRT, N.Y. – Thomas R. “Tom” Spees, 77, passed away on Monday (Aug. 7, 2023) at home.
Mr. Spees was born on Nov. 19, 1945 in Wellsville to Kenneth R. and Lena A. (Turner) Spees. He was a 1963 graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse, Pa. Soon after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1963 to 1966, spending much of his time in the Vietnam War.
Tom owned and operated the Spees Dairy Farm in Shinglehouse, Pa. for over 30 years, retiring in 2013. In his retirement years he moved to a quiet homestead in Wirt where he enjoyed the solitude of the country and the beauty of the local wildlife.
Tom enjoyed hunting. He was an avid New York Yankees fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR races and attending the local dirt tracks of Bradford Speedway and McKean County Raceway in Smethport, Pa. He also enjoyed the quiet of his front porch.
Tom loved spending time with his children. His daughter’s favorite memories were as her dad’s sidekick; hanging out in the barn, helping milk the cows, fishing, attending farm shows, auctions and 4-H. His son’s favorite memories with his dad were going hunting and building stock cars together. Tom was a long-time member of the Shinglehouse American Legion Post 530.
Tom is survived by a son, Jody Spees and a daughter, Gina Mosko, both of Kannapolis, N.C.; two grandchildren, Steven Spees of Bradford, Pa. and Guy Spees of Port Allegany, Pa.; one sister, Margaret “Peggy” Campbell of Olean and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by two sisters, Genette Spees and Letha (Bob) Moyer and a brother-in-law, Jim Campbell. Per Tom’s wishes, there will be no prior visitation. A private ceremony will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Wellsville/Scio.
Margaret Louise SWETLAND, 82, of Ocoee, FL, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Born February 1, 1937, in Johnson City, NY, she was the daughter of Howard and Catherine Swetland. She lived in Central NY and Northern PA prior to moving to FL.
Margaret was active in researching the history of Elkland, PA and the surrounding areas.
Surviving are: her children, Katherine P. Heisel, Lawrence H. Woolheater, Pamela L. Barbour, and Laurie J. Steiner; a sister Marjorie Bovan; grandchildren, Ja-Neil L. Heisel, Ami Jo L. Alamo, Lucas D. Batchelor, Richard K. Barbour III, Stephanie A. Huggins, and Cassie L. Steiner; great-grandchildren, Samuel Alamo IV, Jason T. Jessop, Chelsea L. Huggins, and Gary A. Huggins; and great-great grandchild, Keyana L. Huggins.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, August 18, 2023 in Mills Cemetery. Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mills Cemetery, c/o Jeanette Barker, 369 Hamilton Road, Ulysses, PA 16948.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
A Coudersport couple suffered suspected major injuries in a crash Friday afternoon on US Route 15 in Cogan House Township, state police said.
Gale M. Thomason, 65, and John E. Thomason, 63, we’re traveling north in the left lane at 3:22 p.m. and tried to change from the left lane to the right when they’re trailing unit became disconnected and they lost control.
The vehicle entered into a skid and partially entered the right lane, returning to the left lane which caused the trailer unit to overturn, police said. Those at the scene said the driver, a long time medical doctor in Potter County, was hauling a camper.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of a lane restriction next week on Route 1005 (Roseville Avenue) in Roseville Borough, Tioga County, for a bridge inspection.
On Tuesday, August 22, 2023, the contractor will be inspecting the bridge that carries Roseville Avenue over Mill Creek. Motorists can expect a lane restriction with flagging. Work will be performed between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, weather permitting. Motorists should be alert, slow down, watch for lane changes, and drive with caution through the work zone.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists traveling to the greater Williamsport area this week and next week should expect congestion on local roadways, especially Interstate 180 eastbound and westbound, Route 220 northbound, and Route 15 northbound and southbound in Lycoming County, due to the Little League World Series.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) advises motorists to be prepared for an increase of traffic over the next two weeks and should plan for traffic delays, particularly in the South Williamsport and Williamsport areas.
Motorists should be prepared for changing traffic patterns, slow-moving or stopped vehicles and especially be on the alert for pedestrians crossing streets and highways.
