The Education Council is pleased to partner with UPMC Cole to provide a healthcare exploration experience for students. Healthcare explorers will spend three days at UPMC Cole running through medical simulations and health science career observation. The other two days will be spent at the Education Council’s Coudersport office, being introduced to common medical terminology and the human body through games, hands-on activities, and learning about the opportunities for healthcare career preparation. Transportation and lunch are provided.
This camp, taught by Lana Barth, CTC Health Assistance Instructor, is for students entering grades 7– 9. It is scheduled for Monday, July 17 through Friday, July 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Camp minimum is 6 and camp maximum is 12. The registration deadline is July 5th, so register today! Visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 545-1333.
National Weather Service State College PA 1052 PM EDT Tue Jun 6 2023 …SMOKE TO AFFECT CENTRAL PA THROUGH WEDNESDAY…
Smoke from wildires over Ontario and Quebec will continue to drift south into Pennsylvania through Wednesday. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, sensitive groups, including those with heart or lung disease, older adults, children, and pregnant people should consider taking steps to reduce exposure. This includes avoiding strenuous outdoor activities, keeping outdoor activities short and consider moving physical activities indoors or rescheduling them. Go indoors if you have symptoms.
Air Quality Alert Message Relayed by National Weather Service State College PA 930 AM EDT Wed Jun 7 2023 …AIR QUALITY ALERT IS IN EFFECT FOR WEDNESDAY JUNE 7…
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code RED Air Quality Alert for all of Central Pennsylvania due to widespread smoke impacting the state from forest fires across eastern Canada.
A Code RED Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region are unhealthy, and the general public may experience mild health effects. Members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. The effects of air pollution can be minimized by avoiding strenuous activity or exercise outdoors.
For more information on ground-level ozone and fine particles, visit www.airnow.gov. RXR/BCL/ART
Wilds are Working project bringing six families to Cameron County during the month of July. Kathleen McGuire works with 2-3 clients at a time as a geologist focusing on subsurface oil and gas development. Her passion is cycling. From mountain biking to gravel and road cycling Kathleen enjoys the view from the bike seat.
She has called home cities across the United States including Los Angeles, Houston, and Oklahoma City. Now she wants to reconnect with her roots and enjoy the abundance of state forest and parks. Working remotely allows her to get to know Cameron County and see if living in a small town is the right fit for her.
A committee operating under the direction of the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce had the task of sifting through 41 applications for the PA Wilds Remote Working project. “The committee focused on those ready to relocate and seeking the opportunity to leave big box stores and strip malls behind,” says chamber director Tina Solak.
There will be an internment of ashes for Elizabeth “Betty” Sallade at Sweden Hill Cemetery at 1pm on Saturday, June 10th. Following the internment, please join her family for a celebration of life at the Black Forest Conservation Association clubhouse. For more information or directions please call Bill Sallade at (814) 598-3920.
At 8:33 PM on Tuesday, Tioga, Middlebury & Nelson have been dispatched for a motorcycle accident on Cummings Creek Road near Learn Road. One injury is reported. Air medical is requested.
David C. “Wally” Post, 76, of Warren, PA., died Sunday evening, June 4, 2023, after an extended illness. He was born September 1, 1946, in Warren, PA. He was the son of Wilbur and Bernice K. Pierce Post. He had served with the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 in Germany. Wally was employed with the former New Process Company for 40 years and retired from Warren Times Observer in the advertising department after several years employment. He was a member of the Warren Jaycees since 1972 and was instrumental in forming the Warren County 4th of July Organization. He was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Warren American Legion Post, Warren Eagle Aerie. Wally was a diehard Buffalo Bills fan.
Wally is survived by his wife, Polly B Post of Warren, PA., a son, Michael Post (Natalie), and granddaughter, Erin Elizabeth Post all of Frederick, MD., brother, Wilbur Post (Linda) of Gilbert, AZ., niece, Jenna Post (Tushar) of Sharma, TX, great niece – Jia Bee, nephew, Collin Post (Janin), great niece, Johanna Ruby of N.C. and all of his 4th of July family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister at birth, his stepfather, John Smith, daughter-in-law, Allie Post.
A Celebration of Wally’s life, will be announced at a later date, time and place. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Warren County 4th of July Organization, P.O. Box 434, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
James C. Henderson, 86, of Henderson Road, Lewis Run, passed away, Monday, June 5, 2023, at ECMC in Buffalo NY.
Born February 12, 1937, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Thomas A. and Freda (Goodwill) Henderson Sr., he attended schools in Lafayette and Buffalo.
On September 8, 1954, he entered the United States Navy. He served overseas on submarines until he was honorably discharged on December 12,1957.
In 1959 after returning from the service he married Phyllis (Overholt) Henderson who preceded him in death.
Jim graduated from Williamsport Tech as a Diesel Mechanic and moved to Buffalo, NY where he worked for several companies before working at Consolidated Freightways, in Tonawanda, NY for 18 years.
Jim later married Barbara (Brown) Henderson and returned to reside in Lewis Run. He began working at the Area Transportation Authority as Head Mechanic from which he retired in 2000. Bored with retirement he worked for C.J. Morris as a mechanic and Dallas-Morris Drilling as a heavy equipment operator until 2010.
After retirement he enjoyed working in his self-taught wood shop, crafting many wonderful things.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara of 44 years, four children, James (Annette) Henderson Jr, of Lewis Run, Bonnie (Dave) Vaughn of Churchville, NY, Delores Henderson of N. Tonawanda, NY, and Cindy (John) Baker of Lewiston, NY, two stepchildren, Donald (Denise) Myers of Erial, NJ and Daniel (Heidi) Myers of Savage, MN, 15 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, one sister, Marjory (John) Knox of Lewis Run, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, four sisters, Delores Wasson, Virginia Henderson, Jane Coskey, and Janet DiFonzo and two brothers, Charles Henderson, and Thomas Henderson.
Private graveside services will be held for family members at McKean Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Jeremy Childs, Pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating, followed by members of the United State Navy and the Honor Guard of the Bradford American Legion Post 108, according Full Military Honors.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes inc.
Pictured is the winning team of the Vincent C. Horth Memorial softball tournament: Karlene Familie, Maegan Ellis (holding Vince’s jersey), Jennifer Merle, Peter Willis, Zac Hubbard, Tim Swauger, Dan Waasdorp, John Carroll (tournament organizer), Chad Rogan, Xander Edstrom, Dylan Horth, Casey Wolff and Mugsey Ortega
OLEAN, N.Y., June 2, 2023 — The second annual Vincent C. Horth Memorial Softball Tournament, held May 28, raised $1,621 for the Vincent C. Horth Memorial Scholarship fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
This year’s tournament brought together 72 players at the Cattaraugus Fireman’s Club for a draft-style tournament that celebrated the life of Vincent C. Horth, a Cattaraugus native who passed away in 2022.
Horth, a skilled mechanic and electrician, loved sports and the outdoors, and particularly enjoyed playing softball. The first Horth Memorial tournament was organized in 2022 as a tribute and a way to raise money for a scholarship in Horth’s name that supports students planning to follow in his footsteps in the mechanical/electrical field.
Horth’s family established the Vincent C. Horth Memorial scholarship at CRCF in early 2023. The fund is making its first scholarship award this year.
Donations can be made to the Vincent C. Horth Memorial Scholarship fund at CRCF, 301 North Union St., Suite 203, Olean, NY 14760 or online at cattfoundation.org.
James H. McPHERSON, 84, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Asbury and Flemington, NJ, died Monday, June 5, 2023 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport. Born December 3, 1938, in Sunnyside, NJ, he was the son of Hervey and Dorothy Arnenson McPherson. He was married to Bessie Thompson McPherson, who predeceased him on May 24, 2023. A U.S. Army Veteran, he served honorably from 1962 – 1964. He was employed by Johnson & Johnson in Pittstown, NJ and Raritan, NJ for 28 years. Jim was a member of Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses and the NRA.
Surviving are: three children, James B. McPherson, Jesse McPherson, and Thomas Motto; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Cassullo; nieces and nephews.
Services will be private. Memorials may be made to Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 Auxiliary, P.O. Box 125, Ulysses, PA 16948 to assist with postage for mailing packages overseas to active duty military personnel. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Honey R. DUNN, 89, of Ulysses, PA, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 in Greenville, NC. Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Thomas A. Stilwell, 80, of Warren, PA, died with his family at his side, on Monday, June 5, 2023, at AHN-St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA., after an extended illness.
He was born November 20, 1942, in Warren, PA., to the late Maurice J. and Clara Ertola Stilwell. Tom was a Warren area resident his entire life.
Tom was a 1960 graduate of Warren High School. He had served with the United States Marine Corp., during the. Vietnam War, where he earned a good conduct medal and rifle M-1 Sharpshooters Badge.
He was employed with the former Blair Corporation in the IT Department and retired from there as Assistant Vice President. He was an active member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Warren Knights of Columbus, Warren Elks Club and Warren Eagles Aerie. Tom enjoyed fishing, playing cribbage and his weekly poker games.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Carol Lee Nason Stilwell whom he married July 10, 1965, in Warren, PA., 1 Son – Gregory Stilwell and wife, Heidi of Warren, PA., 2 Granddaughters – Kayla Sue Morgan and husband, Bryan of Kane, PA., Maleah Amy Lee Stilwell of Warren, PA., 2 Great Grandchildren – Wyatt Thomas Morgan and Whitney Constance Morgan of Kane, PA., his beloved cat, Booger, several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Joanne Slater.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA., on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 12:00 Noon with Fr. Richard Tomasone, Pastor, officiating. Entombment will be in the Mausoleum of the Ascension in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, New York 10016-5337 or a charity of one’s choice. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Stephen J. Ackerman, II, 35, of Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Olean General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born July 23, 1987, in Bradford, he was a son of Robin (Cavallero) Ackerman and Stephen J. Ackerman.
Stephen attended Bradford Area Schools and graduated from Troy High School in 2007. He was employed at Futures since 2014. He was a member of St. Bernard Church, the YMCA where he loved to swim, and Special Olympics where he participated in wheelchair racing and the softball toss.
Stephen enjoyed jet skiing at Cuba Lake with his Uncle Kevin and surprise visits from his Uncle Tom and Aunt Gretchen to go out to lunch. He was a fan of football where he followed Penn State and the Buffalo Bills. He loved NASCAR racing and was a big Dale Earnhardt fan. He met Dale Sr. in July of 2000 and Dale Jr. in July of 2017, while attending races at Watkins Glenn. His favorite times were spending holidays with his family, Christmas parties at Futures, and picnics at Mystic Waters with Evergreen Elm. In his pretend world he loved being the Foreman of his crew on his construction jobs.
Surviving are his mother Robin, father and stepmother, Stephen and Lynda, one sister, Mary-beth of West Chester, two brothers, David (Adelyn), of Westwood NJ, and Kevin of Pittsburgh, his maternal grandparents, Richard and Ann Cavallero, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Tom and Maureen Ackerman.
Private services will be held for family at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Futures Inc., Evergreen Elm, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
As we get closer to the deadline for the U.S. Fire Administration to transition to the new national fire reporting system, we are actively exploring alternative platforms that meet a variety of expectations — including affordability, ease of use, quality of data capture, and compatibility with current and future federal requirements.
At this time, we have not executed any agreements with vendors providing service related to the new statewide fire reporting system.
Until a final procurement decision is made (and we have no timeline to share at this point), ESO Solutions Inc. has agreed to suspend the end-of-life decision and keep Pennsylvania on the Emergency Reporting Software Platform.
When negotiations have concluded, our office will provide additional direction to our partners in the fire service through our normal channels.
HARRISBURG – With many emergency medical services (EMS) agencies struggling to make ends meet, the General Assembly has approved a bill to boost mileage reimbursements for patient transport, said Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter).
House Bill 479 would ensure EMS agencies are reimbursed by Medicaid for 100% of the miles they travel with a patient on board receiving care or transport by removing the current exemption for the first 20 miles traveled.
“It really makes no sense to require an ambulance to drive 20 miles before seeing a dime of reimbursement for mileage,” Causer said. “The cost of fuel and the cost of care start as soon as that ambulance pulls away and heads to the hospital. We have a responsibility to properly pay for the services provided.”
Under the bill, EMS agencies would continue to be paid $4 per mile. Causer led the effort last year to increase the mileage reimbursement rate from $2 to $4.
“My proposal also sought to remove the exemption for the first 20 miles, so I’m pleased to see that effort advancing in the House this week,” he said.
A former EMT himself, Causer has long been a leader on EMS issues in the Commonwealth. As part of last year’s budget negotiations, he secured an increase in reimbursement rates for both Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) services to $400 and $325 per trip, respectively. The change would represent a reimbursement of approximately 80% of the current base Medicare rate in Pennsylvania, plus a reflection of the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) since 2018.
It was only the second increase in the last two decades, with the last increase taking place in 2018, again based on legislation Causer introduced.
He has also supported laws to reimburse for treatment, even when transport does not take place, and for direct payment by insurance companies to ambulance service providers.
“If we expect our emergency medical services providers to respond when we call 9-1-1, we need to do our part to support them,” Causer said. “This is another small step forward, but there is more work to do to keep our EMS agencies solvent.”
The bill now goes to the Senate for consideration.
