OGH graduates 18 in first-ever nurse residency program
OLEAN, NY – Olean General Hospital (OGH) celebrated it’s first-ever cohort of nurses to graduate from the OGH nurse residency program. The year-long program celebrated the graduation of 18 nurses at a pinning ceremony held on Wednesday, June 26.
Photo 1: (from left) Ashley Ameis, RN, nurse residency graduate is presented her certificate of completion from Suzanne Soltysik, DNP, RN-BC, NPD-BC, CNE, clinical nurse educator, and Jennifer Ruggles, MSN, RN, chief nursing officer, BRMC, OGH.
Photo 2: (from left) Alicea Nickerson, RN, and Jocelyn Huselstein, RN, presenting their evidence-based research project and certificate of completion.
The nurses that graduated from the residency program included Ashley Ameis, RN, Mackenzie Crowe, RN, Kaleigh Donavon, BS, RN, Jacqueline Farrell, RN, Jamie Higley, RN, Jocelyn Huselstein, RN, Morgan Kasprzyk, RN, Alyssah Lanworthy, RN, Ryan Malanowski, RN, Jennifer Minard, RN, Alicea Nickerson, RN, Logan Nolder, RN, Grace Norton, RN, Taneasha Schaeper, BS, RN, Rosey Thomas, BSN, RN, Mark Thornton, BSN, RN, Devin Washington, RN, and Lindsey Wind, RN.
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Four Awarded Chautauqua Cattaraugus Board of Realtors Scholarships
Four aspiring business students recently received the Chautauqua Cattaraugus Board of Realtors Scholarship at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Olean’s Caroline Carter and Allegany-Limestone’s Michael Frederick as well as Trey DeMink from Maple Grove and Kimberly Delcamp from Westfield each received the scholarship for $500.
The board of realtors scholarship provides two $500 scholarships each to students in good academic standing in Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. Preference is given to students pursuing a business-related degree.
Carter plans to attend St. Bonaventure University to study marketing. Frederick will attend Washington and Jefferson College to study business. Delcamp will attend University at Buffalo to major in business. DeMink plans to attend Penn State University to study business.
Donations can be made to the Chautauqua Cattaraugus Board of Realtors Scholarship Fund at CRCF, 301 North Union Street, Suite 203, or online at cattfoundation.org.
The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is the area’s supportive, responsive and trusted community foundation. Established in 1994, CRCF is growing good by connecting donors to the causes they care about most in the region. Grants from the foundation support many areas, including education, scholarships, health care, the arts, community development, human service, and youth development. To learn more, call (716) 301-CRCF (2723), email foundation@cattfoundation.org, or visit online at www.cattfoundation.org. CRCF is also on Facebook (facebook.com/cattfoundation) and Twitter (@CattFoundation).
UPMC Welcomes New Chief of Neurology in Harrisburg and Williamsport
Harrisburg, Pa., July 01, 2024 – UPMC has appointed Kerstin Bettermann, M.D., Ph.D., FANA, FAAN, to chief of neurology for UPMC Neurological Institute and hospital services in central and north central Pennsylvania. She will have clinical oversight of eight UPMC Neurological Institute locations serving Annville, Carlisle, Harrisburg, Hershey, Lancaster, Mechanicsburg, Spring Grove, and Williamsport.
“Our neurologists have a reputation of exceptional care, service, and innovation,” said Kim Rinehart, executive administrator, UPMC Neurological Institute, UPMC in Central Pa. “Dr. Bettermann has a track record of clinical excellence and proven leadership skills that make her an excellent choice to lead our neurology care teams in the region. With her guidance and expertise, we will continue to innovate and deliver life-changing medicine.”
Dr. Bettermann specializes in vascular neurology and the treatment of strokes. Her research and clinical interests center around how chronic diseases like diabetes and dementia influence stroke risk, treatment, and recovery. She is passionate about holistic health care, addressing health disparities, and understanding how partnerships with interdisciplinary care teams and community organizations can influence health outcomes.
MoreRobin A. Kerr, 68, of Toms Lane in Kane, PA
Robin A. Kerr, 68, of Toms Lane in Kane, PA passed away Friday (June 28) at UPMC-Kane. Born July 2, 1955, in Kane, she is the daughter of the late Chester and Frances (McCauley) Peterson. On June 24, 1978, in Kane she married Thomas Kerr, who survives.
Robin was a life-long member of Tabor Lutheran church and a Sunday School teacher. She was an avid gardener, enjoyed sewing, crossword puzzles and reading. Robin also had been a homeroom mother while her children were in school and volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program.
MoreGaleton Weather Report for June 2024
June 2024 was a beautiful month, as usual. However, it was different. It was a dry month until the 26th when we received 2.35″ of rain in thunderstorms. Up to that date we only had received 0.88″ of rain. Also, we had a June heat wave with readings in the mid to high 80’s Morning temperatures were in the 50s and high 60’s.
We had ten foggy mornings, five thunderstorms and one heavy hail storm on the 26th. Areas of my lawn were covered white. I have never observed that before.
Rainfall for June was 3.72″ last year, and the June total was 3.73″
For the year, January through June we received 24,20″ which is 3.05″ above the 20-year average.
Up until the 26th I was concerned about the mowers. Lawns were actually turning tan. Now it looks like another good mowing month. Pine Creek looks very healthy.
Galeton Fireworks will look great over the lake.
Henry W. Lush–National Weather Service Observer
Public Information Meeting Regarding the County Road 4 Town of Hume Genesee River Bridge Rehabilitation Project
Posted on: July 1, 2024
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Allegany County Department of Public Works, in conjunction with the NYSDOT, will hold a Public Information Meeting regarding the County Road 4 over Genesee River (BIN 3330760) Bridge Rehabilitation project, which is located on CR4 (East Main Street) immediately east of the intersection of CR4 (East Main Street), West Main Street, South Genesee Street, and North Genesee Street.
The meeting will be held Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at the Town of Hume Museum located at 10842 Claybed Road starting at 7:00 p.m. County Public Works and design consultant personnel will be available at this time to answer questions.
NPRC Now Offering Continuing Education Credits for Educators
WARREN – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) was authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to offer Act 48 continuing education credits for Pennsylvania educators.
According to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, “Act 48 of 1999 requires all Pennsylvania educators holding Pennsylvania public school certification (including Instructional I and II, Educational Specialist I and II, Administrative, Supervisory, Letters of Eligibility, and all vocational certificates) to participate in ongoing professional education. Act 48 requires that collegiate courses, continuing professional education courses (offered by intermediate units), and noncredit continuing professional education programs, activities or learning experiences be ‘related to an area of the professional educator’s assignment or certification.’”
Educators seeking college credits can enroll in any NPRC academic courses beginning this summer to help fulfill their 180 continuing education requirements every five years. The institution offers guaranteed admission to anyone with a high school diploma or equivalent, and applying to NPRC for continuing education students can be completed in just two steps. These steps are: 1) create a free account, 2) complete the application. Additionally, NPRC’s Workforce Development division can deliver an Education Team and Leadership Certification course, as well as other customized professional development training courses for local school districts to assist educators in their continuing education coursework.
MoreKimberley A. Hoak, 69, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA
Kimberley A. Hoak
Kimberley A. Hoak, 69, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Sunday, June 30, 2024.
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.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Kim, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Mary E. Hoffman Oknefski, 94, formerly of Montmorenci Road in Ridgway, PA
Mary E. Hoffman Oknefski, 94, formerly of Montmorenci Road in Ridgway, died on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy illness.
She was born February 21, 1930, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Charles and Estella Cussins Hoffman.
On December 6, 1947, she married the late Frederic (Ted) Oknefski, who preceded in death September 7, 2012.
Mary was a lifelong resident of Ridgway and a 1947 graduate of Ridgway High School. She was a member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church and worked for Dr. William Thompson for over thirty years. She was a member of the Bells of St. Marys and she enjoyed playing 500 with her card club ladies. She was the happiest when surrounded by her family.
MoreUnited Way Accepting Quarterly Impact Applications
Bradford, PA — The United Way of the Bradford Area is currently accepting applications for the third quarter of Quarterly Impact funding for 2024. Deadline to apply is August 1, 2024.
Eligible non-profit agencies may submit a request for up to $1,500 for Quarterly Impact funds. Awards will be given to programs or initiatives with the potential to make an immediate impact on the local community while being essential to the agency’s mission. Priority will be given to those who have not received prior funding, who have supplied all necessary documentation, and request funding for programmatic costs.
Quarterly Impact applications may be received by visiting United Way’s website at www.uwbanews.com, the United Way office, or by request at sarah.lonzi@uwbanews.org. Along with the application, it is being requested of applicants that a detailed budget of planned expenditures be included.
All applications are reviewed by a committee comprised of United Way Board members, with recommendations being presented to the full board for final approval. For more information regarding the application process, please contact the United Way.
Ruth E. Rudoph Grubbs Extein, 76, of Warren, PA
Ruth E. Rudoph Grubbs Extein, 76, of Warren, PA., and formerly of Tidioute, PA., died peacefully with her family at her bedside, on Saturday evening, June 29, 2024, at Warren Manor Nursing Home.
She was born June 11, 1948, in Titusville, PA. She was the daughter of Lester W. and Luella Mae Anthony Rudolph.
She was a longtime resident of Tidioute, PA. Ruth was employed at Sparkle Car Wash as an attendant for 4 years and was previously employed with the former Thornes Bi Lo grocery store.
She was a member of Tidioute United Methodist Church, Peginot Yeager V.F.W. Post 8803 Ladies Auxiliary, Tidioute, PA. She was active with the Tidioute Allegheny River Raft Race, Warmer Clothes for Kids, Tidioute Branch of the Salvation Army Bundle Up program.
She enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and was an avid Nascar and Pittsburgh Pirates Fan. She loved to feed her pet bears and racoons.
MoreTimothy W. Pilon, 59, of 461 County Rd. 33, Bolivar, NY
Timothy W. Pilon: Loving Father, Grandfather, Brother
Timothy W. Pilon, 59, of 461 County Rd. 33, Bolivar, NY passed away Monday, June 24, 2024 at home after a short illness.
Born on December 15, 1964, in Olean, he was a son of Roger W. and Beatrice M. Lafferty Pilon.
Tim was a graduate of Bolivar Central School.
He had worked for Current Controls in Wellsville and for Saputo in Friendship for the last 21 years retiring due to illness. He also worked part time for Canfields Outdoor Power Equipment in Ceres for many years.
He enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved to cook. He was an avid sports fan following softball, football, and NASCAR. He was also a history buff and enjoyed a good conspiracy theory.
Tim is survived by
MoreVehicle Crash Dispatched Near Wellsboro
At 10:00 AM on Sunday, Wellsboro Fire Dept. & Mansfield ambulance dispatched to Cherry Flatts Road & New Road for a vehicle into a pole crash with possible entrapment. Caller reports possible head injury. Vehicle is off roadway with phone wires down. On scene reports negative entrapment.