Lena Iannucci Kittilson, 84, of Coudersport, formerly of Port Allegany, PA
Lena Iannucci Kittilson, 84, of Coudersport, formerly of Port Allegany, passed away Saturday (August 10, 2024) at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
She was born July 31, 1940 in East Meadow, NY, the daughter of Joseph and Minnie Belle (Roper) Iannucci.
Mrs. Kittilson was a graduate of Port Allegany High School 1977. She worked for the Canoe Place Inn for many years along side her mother. She enjoyed scrapebooking and crafts, photography and traveling. She loved to cook and spend time with friends and family, and she loved her animals.
Cameron County Officials Update on Sheetz Closing
Sheetz is closing its doors in Emporium on September 29. Sheetz district manager notified the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce of the decision the same day employees were told of the closing. Immediately the chamber, Emporium Borough and Cameron County Commissioners began contacting the corporate office. Following two days of discussions it became clear that Sheetz is not interested in staying in the county. Company officials cited a fueling system that must be replaced and the current location which prevents expansion.
The property is owned by Sheetz and the site selector, Allen Stevens, says the fuel tanks will be removed, and the building and land will be offered for sale. Cameron County Commissioner Jessica Herzing expressed to Stevens that the process must be expedited to avoid an eyesore in the middle of downtown Emporium.
William Eugene McCafferty, 90, of 956 Fern Road, St. Marys, PA
William Eugene McCafferty, 90, of 956 Fern Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Friday, August 9, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was born September 3, 1933 in a lumber camp in Sheffield, PA, the son of the late William A. and Mary Dogostine McCafferty. He was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School, Class of 1951 and continued his studies at Penn State University where he earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Forestry. His work life included work in forestry and survey consultation as well as a long career at Airco Speer Carbon.
On October 18, 1958, in Sacred Heart Church, he married, Ann Justine Garbic, who survives. They were blessed to share 65 years of marriage.
Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs for the weekend of August 17th
Program Title: Monarch Mania
Date: Saturday, August 17th
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Location: Environmental Learning Center
Description: Did you know that monarchs can travel up to 2,500 miles during their migration route? Join the park educator to look for these milkweed butterflies throughout the park and learn about their great migration! Short talk on monarchs, followed by exploring the park and tagging monarchs if we catch any – wear sturdy shoes and nets will be provided.
OVML August News
Gertrude Hawk Candy Bar Sale: The library is selling Gertrude Hawk candy bars invarious flavors. Stop at the library or Sprout’s Drug Store and get some today!
Bloomsburg Children’s Museum: Solar Critters: *As of 8/1/24, this program is nowfull.* Join us on Thursday, August 8th at 12:30 pm to design a critter and then create an electrical circuit with a solar panel and a motor. This class is for children aged 5-11 and has a seating limit. Please call or stop in at the library to sign up! 814-697-6691
Traumatic Injury In Ceres Twp.
On August 11, at 2:58 pm Eldred Twp. Fire and TLC Ambulance were dispatched To Rt. 446 and 467 Mccrea Brook Rd. for a traumatic injury with entrapment. UTV requested for a land rescue. Eldred Borough Fire Dept. dispatched to assist with a landing zone at Ron Houben Park. Stat Medivac has been dispatched
Sr. Marigene Kennedy, 94, Of Allegany, NY.
Marigene Kennedy on October 2, 1929, Philadelphia, PA
DIED: July 29, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Motherhouse, Allegany, NY
DAUGHTER OF: Eugene and Mary Brady Kennedy, Pompton Lakes, NJ
Sr. Marigene entered the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany on September 8, 1953; was received into the Congregation on August 15, 1954, and professed her final vows on August 16, 1961. For 71 years she faithfully lived her vows to God through her ministry and life in community.
Marigene attended Holy Child, Wyncote and Thomas William Elementary Junior High School, Wyncote, PA; Cheltenham Middle/High School, Elkins Park, PA and graduated from Notre Dame High School, Wyncote, PA. Before entering the Congregation, Marigene graduated from the Moore Institute of Art in Philadelphia, PA with a degree in Fashion Design. She worked in New York City as a designer of children’s clothing.
Wayne O. Hagan, 85, of 198 Madison Street, St. Marys, PA.
Wayne O. Hagan, 85, of 198 Madison Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Friday, August 9, 2024 at Christ the King Manor.
He was born September 21, 1938 in St. Marys, son of the late Owen and Rosemary Largey Hagan. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1956 and furthered his education at Washington and Jefferson College. Wayne worked as an aeronautical engineer for NASA at Edwards Air Force Base in California and at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. During his tenure at Edwards Air Force Base, Wayne was proud of his responsibilities on the X-15 Project, working alongside Neil Armstrong and Joe Walker.
DUI Arrest In Bradford
MARSH, KENNETH B. 18 PACC 2705 RECKLESSLY ENDANGERING ANOTHER PERSON (1 COUNT) (M2) PAVC 3802
(A)(1) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M) VC 1543 B1I
DRIVING SUSPENDED DUI RELATED CC 3736 A RECKLESS DRIVING (S) VC 3714 CARELESS DRIVING (S) VC 4581
FAILURE TO USE SAFETY BELT CC OBSTRUCTING ADMINISTRATION OF LAW OR GOVERNMENTAL FUNCTION (M2) VC 1543 B1.1I
DRIVING UNDER SUSPENSION DUI RELATED WITH A BAC GREATER THAN .02 %
On August 8th, 2024 at approximately 1952 hrs City of Bradford Police Ptlm. Anthony Lama was on patrol and stopped at the Italian Festival event taking place on Festival Way in downtown Bradford. Officer Lama had approached the kids gaming area speaking with children and volunteers when he observed a male slumped over the wheel of a vehicle in the parking area of Tops Market. Officer Lama approached to perform a welfare check on the individual knocking on the window to awake the male and make sure he was not having a medical condition. The male awoke and took his foot off of the brake while the car was running and not in park. The vehicle took off forward striking barricades entering the festival area where there were many pedestrians enjoying the event.
McKean County Seeking Domestic Relations Enforcement Officer
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants to perform the duties of Enforcement Officer for the Domestic Relations Office.
The requirements for this position are:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in social work, legal, business, or comparable field desirable.
Experience:
- 1-3 years of experience dealing with the general public.
Special Requirements:
- Working knowledge of computers and office equipment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Capable of handling multi-tasks and able to change priorities.
- Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality.
- Capable of traveling as required for training or other job-related purposes.
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume and McKean County job application to Amy Lathrop, Director at AmyLathrop@pacses.com
Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse or at www.mckeancountypa.gov.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date.
McKean County Seeking Domestic Relations Establishment Officer
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants to perform the duties of Establishment Officer for the Domestic Relations Office.
The requirements for this position are:
Education: Associate Degree, preferably in legal secretary or paralegal field. Training in EXCEL and WORD required.
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years office experience; law office experience helpful.
Special Requirements:
- Strong multi-task capabilities.
- Excellent inter-personal skills in dealing with highly emotional situations.
- Thorough office practices background, ideally in a legal office setting.
- Able to maintain continuing education training requirements.
- Ability to grasp new processes or procedures quickly, some involving legal technicalities, and attention to detail.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment under specific time deadlines.
- Capable of organizing and prioritizing job duties; able to make routine to moderately difficult decisions under minimal supervision.
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume and McKean County job application to Amy Lathrop, Director at AmyLathrop@pacses.com
Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse or at www.mckeancountypa.gov.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date.
McKEAN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLO
PennDOT – District 3: Roads Impacted by Downed Trees or Utilities in North Central Pennsylvania
Montoursville, PA – Motorists in north central Pennsylvania are advised the following roads in the area (listed by county) are closed or have a lane restriction due to flooding, downed trees or utilities. Updates will be sent periodically.
Lycoming
- Sylvan Dell Road (Route 2012) between Second Avenue in South Williamsport and Old Montgomery Road in Armstrong Township.
- Little Pine Creek Road (Route 4001) between Route 44 and Route 287 in Cummings Township.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE)Route 14 between the ramp to Route 15 to Trout Run Mountain Road (Route 1002) in Lewis Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Trout Run Mountain Road (Route 1002), Lycoming Creek Road (Route 1017), and Route 973 is in place.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) Little Pine Creek Road (Route 4001) between Route 287 in English Center, Pine Township and Route 44 in Waterville, Cummings Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Route 287, Route 973, and Route 44 is being put in place.
Northumberland
- Route 405 between Susquehanna Trail (Route 1007) and Ninth Street in Milton Borough, Turbot Township.
- A detour using Route 254, Route 147, and Susquehanna Trail is in place.
- (OPEN) Brimmer Ave (Route 1014) between Canal Street and the Union County line in White Deer Township.
Union
- River Road (Route 1005) between Route 15 and Anthony Street in Kelly Township.
- River Road (Route 1008) between Tabernacle Road and New Columbia Road / Main Street in White Deer Township.
- (OPEN) White Deer Pike (Route 1010) between Old Route 15 in White Deer Township and Brimmer Avenue in Watsontown.
Snyder
- White Top Road (Route 1007) between Jones Hill Road and Short Road in Washington Township.
- Middle Creek Road (Route 2009) between Route 35 and Market Street (Route 2017) in Penn Township.
Tioga
- Phoenix Road (Route 3003) between Route 6 and the Potter County line in Gaines Township.
- California Road (Route 4007) at the intersection with Scott Hill Road in Brookfield. (Lane Restriction)
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) Canada Road (Route 2025) between Cherry Flats Road (Route 2018) in Covington Township and West Hill Road (Route 2022) in Putnam Township.
- A detour using Old State Road (Route 2022) and Williamson Road (Route 2005) is in place.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) Wattles Run Road Potter Brook Road (Route 4001) at the bridge in Clymer Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Route 49 and Route 349 is being put in place.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) North Road (Route 4007) between Route 249 and California Road (Route 4007) in Brookfield Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Route 249, Austinburg Road (Route 4009), and Route 49 is being put in place.
OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory
We have sustained flood damage to our building in Ulysses. THANK YOU to the many friends and family that have come to our aid in the clean up process. It means more than we can express. Our office and conference room were not damaged. The crematory building was not damaged. While repairs are being made, visitations and services will need to be held at alternate locations. We will strive to serve to the best of our ability. Thank you for your kindness, patience, and understanding.
Sincerely,
Benjamin R. Olney
Dylan P. FoustDale R. Howell
PennDOT – District 3 – 5 PM Update: Roads Impacted by Downed Trees or Utilities in North Central Pennsylvania
Montoursville, PA – Motorists in north central Pennsylvania are advised the following roads in the area (listed by county) are closed or have a lane restriction due to flooding, downed trees or utilities. Updates will be sent periodically.
Lycoming
- Route 284 between Route 287 and Route 15 in Pine Township.
- (OPEN) Trout Run Mountain Road (Route 1002) between Route 14 in Lewis Township and Rose Valley Road in Gamble Township.
- Sylvan Dell Road (Route 2012) between Second Avenue in South Williamsport and Old Montgomery Road in Armstrong Township.
- (OPEN) Pleasant Valley Road (Route 2022) between Rose Valley Road (Route 1001) and Lycoming Creek Road (Route 1017) in Hepburn Township.
- (OPEN) Arch Street (Route 2064) between the intersection with Arch Street in Duboistown Borough and the intersection with Arch Street in the City of Williamsport.
- Little Pine Creek Road (Route 4001) between Route 44 and Route 287 in Cummings Township.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE)Route 14 between the ramp to Route 15 to Trout Run Mountain Road (Route 1002) in Lewis Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Trout Run Mountain Road (Route 1002), Lycoming Creek Road (Route 1017), and Route 973 is in place.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) Little Pine Creek Road (Route 4001) between Route 287 in English Center, Pine Township and Route 44 in Waterville, Cummings Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Route 287, Route 973, and Route 44 is being put in place.
Northumberland
- Route 405 between Susquehanna Trail (Route 1007) and Ninth Street in Milton Borough, Turbot Township.
- A detour using Route 254, Route 147, and Susquehanna Trail is in place.
- (NEW)Brimmer Ave (Route 1014) between Canal Street and the Union County line in White Deer Township.
Union
- River Road (Route 1005) between Route 15 and Anthony Street in Kelly Township.
- River Road (Route 1008) between Tabernacle Road and New Columbia Road / Main Street in White Deer Township.
- (NEW) White Deer Pike (Route 1010) between Old Route 15 in White Deer Township and Brimmer Avenue in Watsontown.
Snyder
- White Top Road (Route 1007) between Jones Hill Road and Short Road in Washington Township.
- Middle Creek Road (Route 2009) between Route 35 and Market Street (Route 2017) in Penn Township.
Tioga
- Phoenix Road (Route 3003) between Route 6 and the Potter County line in Gaines Township.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) Canada Road (Route 2025) between Cherry Flats Road (Route 2018) in Covington Township and West Hill Road (Route 2022) in Putnam Township.
- A detour using Old State Road (Route 2022) and Williamson Road (Route 2005) is in place.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) Wattles Run Road Potter Brook Road (Route 4001) at the bridge in Clymer Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Route 49 and Route 349 is being put in place.
- (LONG-TERM CLOSURE) North Road (Route 4007) between Route 249 and California Road (Route 4007) in Brookfield Township.
- Long-term closure due to extensive flood damage.
- A detour using Route 249, Austinburg Road (Route 4009), and Route 49 is being put in place.
Phyllis E. (Dearman) Swanson, 90, of Lawrence, Kansas, Formerly Of Kane, PA.
Phyllis E. (Dearman) Swanson, 90, passed away peacefully on 6 August 2024 in Lawrence, Kansas with family at her side. She was born on 16 January 1934 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, the youngest child of Earl and Maud Dearman. She graduated from Pawtucket East High School in 1951, having skipped a grade, moving ahead by a year. While still in school, she took employment with William H. Haskell Manufacturing and upon graduation, became a full time secretary and payroll manager.
In 1952, she met a young sailor named Bill, and after their marriage in 1953, never left his side. Daughter Laurel was born in 1954 and soon after, they moved back to Bill’s hometown in Kane, Pennsylvania. As a self-proclaimed city girl, she worked hard to adjust to her new home in the forests of northwestern Pennsylvania, including losing her New England accent. After raising their children, Phyllis became a teachers’ aide in the Kane Area School district. She spent nearly 30 years overseeing generations of elementary school children, a job she thoroughly loved.
Coudersport Bible Institute Classes Starting September 10th
The Coudersport Bible Institute will be starting its fall Semester Tuesday September 10. Classes run Tuesday and Thursday for 14 weeks, from 6:30- 8:00pm , located in the Life Center Classroom 2 ( the class will be available in person and online via Zoom) A Cost of 30 dollars is payable in the Church office in the Life Center.
Come join our study of the Gospel of John. The author gives us a glimpse of what it means to believe in Jesus as a source of light and life. John shows us an eternal and living God. Some key themes found in the Gospel of John are: discerning light from darkness, God’s love for His people true humanity and the divinity of Jesus . It gives us the choice to believe in God’s power over death. The Gospel of John is a book sure to enhance your knowledge of the scripture.
You may register at gospeltabernacle.life
Suicide prevention training aimed at saving lives
Penn State Extension educators will lead a training, “Question, Persuade and Refer,” developed by the QPR Institute. Participants can learn to recognize warning signs of suicide in friends, coworkers, family members or neighbors in need.
This in-person workshop will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 14, 2024, at the Wilcox Community Building, 320 Faries St., Wilcox, PA.