Richard F. Gaertner, 88, former Police Chief of Bradford Township
Richard F. Gaertner, 88, of Melbourne, Fl., a former longtime resident, and former Police Chief of Bradford Township in Bradford, PA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
Born March 26, 1935, in Tarentum, he was a son of the late Albert and Catherine (Black) Gaertner.
Dennis L. Hostutler, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Derrick City, PA
Dennis L. Hostutler, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Derrick City, PA passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at his residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Martha Palumbo, of 30 Parkview Avenue, Bradford, PA
Martha Palumbo, of 30 Parkview Avenue, Bradford, PA passed July 25, 2023, after a two-year extended illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Shane E. Sampson, 60, of 1390 Olean Portville Road, Olean, NY, formerly of Bradford
Shane E. Sampson, 60, of 1390 Olean Portville Road, Olean, NY, formerly of Bradford, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at Bradford Manor.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Betty Jane Swineford, 97, formerly of Leonard Run, Limestone NY
Betty Jane Swineford, 97, formerly of Leonard Run, Limestone NY, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born June 29, 1926, in Kane, she was a daughter of the late Odehl and Malvina (Hillard) Ekdahl.
Betty attended Mt. Alton schools, and graduated from Bradford High School.
‘Storyteller’s Live’ set for July 29 at Open Arms
Individuals will have the opportunity to share their personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs and enjoy music around a campfire on Saturday, July 29, at Open Arms Church.
The event, Storyteller’s Live, starts at 6 pm in the lower parking lot at 1289 E. Main St., Foster Township, just a mile past Walmart. Storyteller’s Live will follow the Thrive Children’s Ministry’s Super Summer Bash, which will run from 3 to 6 pm.
Individuals will gather to not only share their stories but also engage in prayers and enjoy live music performed by the members of Open Arms Church’s worship team.
For more information about Storyteller’s Live, see www.oachurch.com.
Bradford Police Charge Man With Terroristic Threats
On 07/25/2023 at approximately 1640 hrs City of Bradford Police were dispatched to 191 Congress Street for reported threats being made. Upon arrival Officers determined Joseph Parenteau was intoxicated and had been outside with a pellet pistol threatening to harm the upstairs neighbor.
PSP Requests Fire Depts. Dispatched For Road Search For Phyllis Potter, Missing Since Friday
Fire Depts. from Westfield, Harrison & Sabinsville dispatched for 8:00 AM Search on Thursday.
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PEOPLE NEEDED FOR SEARCH BEING SET UP FOR MISSING WESTFIELD WOMAN
FNN Article Update © Wednesday, July 26, 2023.
WESTFIELD, PA – A search party is being set up at 8:00 AM on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at the Westfield community building. Those who are willing to join in the search for Phyllis Potter, should report to the community building at 429 East Main Street, according to family member, Penny Potter.
Also a Facebook group page has been set up and it is called, Phyllis Potter search and rescue, so feel free to join that group.
84-year-old Phyllis Potter of Westfield, PA. Potter has been missing since Friday morning, July 21, 2023.
Potter is 5’2″, Weighs 150 lbs, gray hair, and blue eyes. Her race is listed as white, Non-Hispanic.
Family members have been searching for her and have no idea where she may be.
Phyllis Potter was driving her white 2009 Subaru Outback with PA Registration DKL 1425. Potter was last seen at Missy’s Market in Harrison Valley on Friday morning. Friday also marked the one year anniversary of her son David’s death. However, the family is unsure if that has any bearing to the present situation.
If anyone sees Phyllis Potter, please call 911 or PSP-Mansfield at (570) 662-2151 immediately.
Please share and spread the word. They need anyone and everyone willing to help with the search.
Dr. Kurt Josef Laemmer, DMD, 59, of Bradford, PA
Dr. Kurt Josef Laemmer, DMD, 59, of Bradford, PA, passed away on July 23, 2023 at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH.
Born October 3, 1963 in Franklin, PA, he was the son of Carolyn Hexammer Laemmer and Kurt Laemmer Sr.
He was preceded in death by his parents and former spouse Karrie Laemmer. Surviving are Rolf Laemmer, 57, (Diane), of Franklin, PA, his daughters Kristen Laemmer, 24, of Pittsburgh, PA, and Juliah Laemmer, 23, of Pittsburgh, PA.
He earned his bachelor’s degree in Chemistry at Westminster College in 1985, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1990. He was an active member of Delta Sigma Delta, where he formed lifelong friendships.
Dr. Laemmer was an esteemed member of the dental community, serving his patients in Bradford and later Smethport since 1990.
Heath D. Setzer, 43, a lifelong resident of Austin, PA
“beloved father, son, brother, uncle and husband”
Heath D. Setzer, 43, a lifelong resident of Austin, PA passed away in his home on Monday, July 24, 2023.
Born on Friday, January 25, 1980 in Coudersport, he was a son of Ronald Sr. and Victoria M. Lamer Setzer. On October 31, 2022 in Galeton, he married Amanda L. Pritt, who survives.
Heath attended Austin Area School. He was employed as a truck driver for Postlewait Trucking, Inc. in Turtlepoint.
Janet Lois Wilson HALE, 76, of Mansfield, PA
Janet Lois Wilson HALE, 76, of Mansfield, PA, died Monday, July 24, 2023 in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.
Born February 2, 1947, in Sayre, she was the daughter of Richard M. and Lois E. Buck Wilson. On June 8, 1968, in Bicester, England, she married Donald M. Hale, who predeceased her in August of 1992.
Darwin W. Dent, 55, of Ridgway, PA
Darwin W. Dent, 55, of Ridgway, PA died Friday, July 21, 2023 at his home of natural causes.
Born November 16, 1967 in Coudersport, he was the son of the late Merl Dent, Jr. and Phyllis Brown Dent.
PA State Police Announce Firearms Purchase Denial Investigations
Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania State Police announced today the number of firearms purchase denials and subsequent investigations for the second quarter of 2023.
The Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS) is used by county sheriffs, chiefs of police of first-class cities, and licensed firearms dealers to determine an individual’s legal ability to acquire a license to carry firearms or obtain a firearm through a purchase or transfer. When an individual attempts to provide false information on a state or federal form, an investigation is initiated, and an investigation referral is sent to a law enforcement agency.
According to Pennsylvania law, a person commits a felony of the third degree if they make a false oral or written statement on any federal or state agency form or willfully present false identification that is likely to deceive the seller, licensed dealer or licensed manufacturer. During the PICS process, some individuals are identified as having an active warrant for their arrest.
In the second quarter, the following investigations were initiated by the PSP Firearms Division and referred to PSP troops, municipal police departments, or the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Table 1: Second quarter PICS statistics
| | 2022 | 2023 |
| PICS checks conducted | 295,003 | 268,445 |
| Persons denied | 4,973 | 3,919 |
| Denials Referred to law enforcement agencies | 1,592 | 2,017 |
| Referred to Pennsylvania State Police | 399 | 464 |
| Referred to municipal law enforcement | 1,114 | 1,398 |
| Referred to ATF | 79 | 155 |
| Individuals arrested for a warrant at point of purchase | 16 | 29 |
For more information on PICS and carrying firearms in Pennsylvania, visit psp.pa.gov.
Angelica Community Radio presents “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays brought to life by Shake on the Lake
Angelica, NY…. Angelica Community Radio, Allegany County’s premier non-profit radio station, proudly presents this professional touring production on Sunday, July 30th at 3:00 p.m. in Angelica’s Park Circle.
The production is made possible with funding obtained by Angelica Community Radio for the benefit of its community.
PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC reports drilling started in Union Twp township
| PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Union Twp Township |
| Description: PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC reports drilling started on 7/26/2023 at site SUSQ Cumming Pad E 2821 in Union Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-07-26 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
Introduction to Excel (Excel I) and Intermediate Excel (Excel II) Classes Scheduled
Unleash your productivity and take control of your data! Do you manage large sets of numbers, names, dates, or other pieces of information? If so, then you need to know how to create worksheets to manage, store, organize, and even analyze this information. Excel, Microsoft’s powerful spreadsheet software, is the most widely used program for these tasks, and most workplaces want new employees to have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.
Rich Products Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg and Soy in Member’s Mark™ Breaded Mozzarella Sticks
Rich Products of Buffalo, NY is recalling 15 cases of Member’s Mark Breaded Mozzarella Sticks because they may contain undeclared egg and soy. People with an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg or soy risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
Member’s Mark Breaded Mozzarella Sticks were distributed to Sam’s Club retail stores in Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.
The affected Member’s Mark Breaded Mozzarella Sticks are sold in a cardboard box package with a Net WT of 5 LB, Best If Used By Date of 12/28/2024 stamped on the side panel and a UPC number 078742226880 on the back of the package.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after Rich’s discovered that an incorrect raw material was used during the manufacturing process that introduced egg and soy to the product. Egg and soy do not appear in the ingredient listing on the package.
