Nancy Lauffer Hall, 89, of Warren, PA
Nancy Lauffer Hall, 89, of Warren, PA, died Tuesday, June 13, 2023, after a brief illness. She was born November 23, 1933, to Perry and Beulah Phillips Lauffer, in Russell, PA.
A 1951 graduate of Warren High School, she worked at what was then known as the New Process Company. She married Jarold “Jerry” Hall on May 28, 1954. After starting their family, Nancy became a full-time homemaker. Their life together included family vacations, bus trips with Rex Graham and winter visits to Florida.
Nancy’s life reflected her love of family, God, and community. A longtime member of Russell United Methodist Church, she was active in her children’s school and Scouting activities, volunteered with the Russell Well Baby Clinic and was a member of the Russell Lioness and Warren General Hospital Auxiliary. Her circle of friends included the Russell Knitting Club, the Friday Mahjong Ladies, and WHS Class of 1951 lunch group.
She is survived by her children, Cathleen “Cathy” Hall and Brian Hall and his wife, Cathy Hiller.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband and her brother, Perry Lauffer, Jr., and sister-in-law, Barbara Gray Lauffer.
Friends may call at the Russell United Methodist Church, 17 North Main Street, Russell, PA., on Thursday, June 15, 2023, one hour prior to a funeral and committal service at 11:00 AM with Rev. Bay Allen, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Russell, PA.
Memorial gifts may be directed to Russell United Methodist Church or charity of choice. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Linda L. Scalise, 71, of Warren, PA
Linda L. Scalise, 71, of Warren, PA, died peacefully, Monday, June 12, 2023, at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.
She was born May 8, 1952, in Warren, PA. She was the daughter of Donald and Elsie Edna Marie Ghere Cummings, Sr. Linda was a lifelong Warren area resident and a 1971 graduate of Warren Area High School. She was employed for 3 years, with the former New Process Company. She enjoyed playing bingo at Warren Moose Lodge 109, was a member of their ladies of the moose. She was also a member of the Warren American Legion Post 135 Ladies Auxiliary. She is lovingly remembered as a sweet, generous, and kind woman, who loved and adored her children, and grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of almost 50 years, Douglas J. Scalise whom she married September 8, 1973, in Warren, PA.
2 Daughters – Jessica Ceriola and husband, Jeffrey of Starbrick, PA., Lisa Scalise and her significant other, Jared Lear of Pittsburgh, PA., 3 Grandchildren – Mason, Morgan, and Brooks, 2 Brothers – Harold Cummings and wife, Sarah of Warren, PA., Bruce Cummings and wife, Terri, of Russell, PA., 2 Sisters – Darlene Stewart and husband, Dave, Marie Stewart, all of Warren, PA., several nieces, and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her 6 Brothers – Sid, Don, Lou, Rich, Ed, and Bill Cummings, 3 Sisters – Betty Cummings, Lois Gustafson, Julie Passenger.
Friends will be received at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. A funeral and committal service will be conducted Friday, June 16, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home with Rev. Larry Condron, Pastor of Good News Church, officiating. Interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park.
Those wishing to send e-mail condolences may do so by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com Memorial contributions may be sent to Warren Cancer Center, 2 Crescent Park, Warren, PA. 16365.
BRADFORD MAN CONVICTED OF DRUG CRIMES AT JURY TRIAL
(SMETHPORT, Pennsylvania: June 13, 2023): Following a 2 day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Walter Lee Dennis, Jr., was convicted of crimes related to narcotics that occurred on March 27 and March 28, 2022 in McKean County.
District Attorney Stephanie L. Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that Detectives with the McKean County Drug Task Force learned DENNIS was intending to deliver narcotics to an individual. They placed him under surveillance. Detectives knew DENNIS was wanted on an unrelated matter. When officers observed him arrive at the destination to deliver a controlled substance, he was taken into custody on a warrant on another matter. A subsequent search on-scene located crack cocaine and 83 empty glassine bags commonly used as a packaging material for narcotics.
Acting on a tip that DENNIS may have attempted to conceal the narcotics he had intended to deliver by hiding them inside his body, Detectives alerted staff at the McKean County Jail.
During the booking process, Corrections’ Officers observed a suspicious item in DENNIS’ body and directed him to shower per policy. Subsequently, they located approximately 15 wet, soggy glassine bags in the shower’s drain and shower floor around the drain.
The glassine bags matched the bags found on DENNIS at the time of his arrest. The lab identified the substance on the wet bags as being a mixture of fentanyl and tramadol – both controlled substances.
The McKean County Drug Task Force was assisted by City of Bradford Officers, Bradford Township Officers, and Corrections’ Officers at the McKean County Jail.
Dennis was charged and convicted of Contraband (brining controlled substance inside a jail) –
(Felony 2); Possession of a Controlled Substance by Inmate (Felony 2); Possession with Intent to Deliver (fentanyl and tramadol) (Felony); Tampering with Evidence (Misdemeanor 2); 2 counts Possession of a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl with Tramadol and Crack Cocaine) (Misdemeanors); and Criminal Use of a Communication Facility to facilitate a Felony Drug Crime (Felony 3).
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth. Detective Kolin Strawcutter with the McKean County Drug Task Force investigated the case.
Sentencing has been scheduled by the Court for July 20, 2023.
If you suspect illegal drug activity, please report it to the McKean County Drug Task Force at MCDTFtip@gmail.com.
Potter County Box Culvert Project to Begin Monday–Route 44 & Tennessee Road Affected
Coudersport, PA- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is alerting area motorists that a Potter County box culvert replacement project will begin on Monday, June 19. The bridge spans a tributary to the south branch of Oswayo Creek on Route 44 in Hebron Township. Built in 1938, the structure is 19 feet long and carries an average of more than 1,300 vehicles daily. Replacing the box culvert will improve its rating from poor to good.
Starting June 19, preliminary work will begin under daylight signing and roadway flaggers.
Preliminary work includes erosion and sedimentation controls, clearing and grubbing, and construction of a temporary roadway.
Once preliminary work is complete, the bridge will be closed, and the temporary roadway will carry traffic around the work zone. PennDOT expects the temporary road to be opened to traffic during the first week of July, with temporary traffic signals in use. In order to limit access points to the temporary road, T-343 (Tennessee Road) will also be closed. During that closure, a detour using Route 44 will be in place.
Overall work includes the removal of the existing bridge, construction of a new concrete box culvert, approach paving, guide rail installation, pavement base drain, pavement markings, and miscellaneous items. Dean Construction, LLC. is the contractor for this $1.7 million project, with completion expected in mid-September. All work is weather dependent.
Motorists are encouraged to “Know Before They Go” by checking conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles 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.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed for Juneteenth Holiday
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, June 17, 2023, through Monday, June 19, 2023, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. June 19, known as Juneteenth National Freedom Day, is an official annual observance in Pennsylvania. Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when union soldiers reached Galveston, Texas – the furthest point in the south – with news of the end of the Civil War. Juneteenth is a day to commemorate emancipation and the steps we’ve taken towards freedom.
Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.pa.gov.
Driver and vehicle online services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and include driver’s license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals; driver-history services; changes of address; driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters; ability to pay driver license or vehicle insurance restoration fee; driver license and photo ID duplicates; and driver exam scheduling. There are no additional fees for using online service.
A complete listing of PennDOT driver and photo license center closings in 2023 is available online. If you are planning to visit one of PennDOT’s On-Line Messenger Service Centers, please call ahead for hours of operation during holidays.
UPMC Expert: Stop the Bleed
Tony Bixby, director
Prehospital Services, UPMC
The No. 1 cause of preventable death from trauma is uncontrolled bleeding. To help encourage bystanders to become trained and empowered to help in life-threatening bleeding emergencies, Stop the Bleed, a national awareness campaign was launched in 2015 by the White House. The general public’s need for this information is immense, as four out of five victims of a mass casualty are delivered to the hospital by someone other than a trained first responder, and the fact that 35 percent of all pre-hospital deaths are caused by blood loss.
Serious bleeding emergencies can be caused by a number of things in various settings – at home, work, sporting events, vehicle accidents, animal bites, and episodes of mass casualties are just a few.
How to Stop the Bleed
There are a few key steps in stopping the bleed. The first is to ensure your own safety by making sure that you are in a safe place to help. If this changes at any time, attempt to remove yourself and any other victims, if possible, from danger. Once your safety is established, remember your ABCs of Bleeding:
- Alert – Call 911.
- Bleeding – Find the source of the blood.
- Compress –Cover the wound and use both hands to apply pressure, use a tourniquet above the wound, or pack (stuff) the wound with clean cloth or gauze and then apply pressure with both hands.
Tourniquets
Vacant House Destroyed in Fire Sunday in Bradford
Bradford City Firefighters
At 1508 Sunday afternoon City Fire was dispatched to 246 South Avenue for a house fire. Firefighters arrived on scene to find a vacant house with fire through the roof. At 1509 a second alarm was requested bringing in all off duty city firefighters and BTVFD (RIT&water supply). Hand lines were quickly deployed, the fire was hit from outside followed by interior operations. At 1604 the fire was deemed under control and in the overhaul stage. No injuries were reported and Captain 1-30 (Tehle) had South Avenue command. City and UPB police assisted on scene.
Photos courtesy of J Bradish.
All Occupants Refuse Medical Transport After Westfield Crash
Crary Hose Company
On 06/12/23 @ 16:55 Depts 5, 6, 20, and 26 Ambulance were dispatched to 165 W Main St. Westfield Borough, to the scene of a motor vehicle accident, two vehicles, pickup hauling trailer vs. car, possible injuries. Chief 5-10 was on scene at 16:58, establishing command, and held Depts 6 and 20 at stations. Squad 5-18 responded at 17:00, with Engine 5-3 responding shortly thereafter. Westfield Borough Police were on scene.
Although both vehicles sustained significant damage, all occupants walked away from the accident and refused transport to the hospital. Dept 5 personnel provided patient care, traffic control and cleanup, remaining on scene until 18:16. Ambulance 26-17 responded to scene but was not needed and returned shortly after arrival. Dept 6 units provided traffic control on the eastern end of the detour. Whites Repair provided towing.
We are thankful for the health of all involved and wish them well. Thank you to all who responded.
Cuba Police Make Arrest
Cuba Police Department
On June 10th, 2023 at approximately 9:40pm, Cuba Police arrested Amanda L. Blake (38)of Cuba. Blake was arrested on charges of inadequate headlamps (Violation), driving while intoxicated (Misdemeanor), operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content greater than .08% (Misdemeanor) and aggravated driving while intoxicated (Misdemeanor). Blake was processed and released to appear at court at a later date. Blake is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of Law.
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Sunday, June 11, 2023
Wellsville Police arrested Jarrette R. LaFlash, age 38 of Wellsville, charging him with Trespass. The charge stems from an incident that took place on North Main Street. LaFlash was issued an appearance ticket and released. LaFlash is due in Wellsville Village Court on July 18th at 4:30 pm.
Cuba Man Facing Multiple Charges
Cuba Police Department
*** Press Release ***
On June 11th, 2023 at approximately 12:43 am, after a vehicle failed to yield to a marked police vehicle, Cuba Police arrested Rodney A. Bump (47)of Cuba. Bump was arrested on charges of speed in zone (Violation), failure to maintain lane (Violation), fail to keep right (Violation), failure to use turning signal (Violation), loud exhaust (Violation), obstructed view (Violation), speed not reasonable or prudent (Violation), failure to obey a police officer (Violation), operation of a motor vehicle by unlicensed driver (Violation), drinking alcohol or using cannabis in a motor vehicle (Violation), driving while intoxicated (Misdemeanor) and obstruction of governmental administration (Misdemeanor). Bump refused to submit to a chemical test and was processed and placed in front a local criminal court justice and released to appear at court at a later date. Bump is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of Law.
Robert Anderson, 57, of Indiana, PA and previously of Kane
Robert Anderson, 57, of Indiana, PA and previously of Kane, passed away Sunday (June 11) in Reading, PA, while visiting his daughter and her family. He was born in Kane on March 9,1966. On June 22, 1984 in Kane, he married Jennifer Hearst, who survives.
Rob had served in the US Air Force. He was currently the Chief Engineer at the Ramada Inn in Indiana, PA. Rob was musically gifted and loved playing his guitar. He had played in many bands for years. He very much enjoyed spending time with his five grandchildren and was expecting his sixth very soon.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his father, Larry (Peg) Anderson; three brothers, Mike (Joyce) Anderson, Jay (Cathy) Anderson and Jeff (Julie) Anderson, all of Kane; one son, Zach (Kristen) Anderson of Indiana; one daughter Trista (Andrew) Keen of Reading; three granddaughters, Lucy and Abbey Anderson and Sadie Keen; two grandsons, Hogan and Levi Keen; his mother-in-law, Linda Hearst of Kane; one sister-in-law, Robynn (Bob) Boyer of Kane and one brother-in-law Robert (Nikki) Hearst of Kane; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Anderson.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place Saturday (June 17) from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 3:00 with the Rev. Calvin Cook officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to any charity which benefits veterans .
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.