Firefighters Save House From Fully Involved Garage Fire in Portage Township Saturday
Austin Volunteer Fire Department
At 1:28 PM on Saturday, Austin Station 44 was dispatched to Portage Township for a Structure Fire reported garage. This alarm also dispatched Station 48 (Coudersport Vol FireDept) and Station 46 (Roulette Chemical Engine #1).
Chief 44-60 (T.Orlowski) arrived at 13:31 reporting heavy smoke and flames showing, endangered residence feet from the structure, and moments later reported the structure fully involved.
Chief 44-10 (J.Burgett) arrived seconds later establishing Austin Command requesting an additional Engine and Tanker from Cameron Company 14 (Emporium Vol Fire Dept), a Tanker from McKean 3 (Star Hose Company #1) and Tri-County Rural Electric to the scene.
Captain 44 (A.Bothell), Engine 44-2 with Chief 44-30 (S.Hosteltar), Tanker 44-5 with Chief 44 (J.Rooney) and Chief 44-20 (B.Brooks) and Ambulance 44-7 with Chief 44-70 (S.Orlowski) were on the road almost immediately, with all units on scene and operating in under 7 minutes.
Fire Police immediately shut down the southbound lane of 872, Engine 44-2 crew stretched 2 lines approximately 150 feet and immediately attacked the fire. Tanker 44-5 arrived and provided water to Engine 44-2. Ambulance 44-7 staged.
The fire was held to the initial structure.
Command reported fire under control at 1:43, recalling Port Allegany and Roulette units.
Coudersport and Emporium units arrived and sent manpower forward to assist with overhaul. Tanker 48-5 provided adittional water to Engine 44-2.
Command reported fire out at 2:08. All units were returning at 2:50 PM.
The garage was a total loss, and the residence received minor heat damage.
A big thank you goes out to Paul & Pat Perry at Perry’s Country Store for donating ice to make sure our firefighters had cool drinks on a hot day!
Donald E. Bailey, age 85, of Westfield, PA
Donald E. Bailey, age 85, of Westfield, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at Bradford Hills Nursing Home in Troy.
Born January 1, 1939 in Renova, PA, he was the son of the late Edwin and Dorothy (Swartz) Bailey. Don graduated from Renova High School in 1956.
Don loved working. He started in the gas field industry in his early years, then was a self-employed truck driver for Ward Manufacturing and hauled groceries for Food Lion and finished his career as the owner/operator of Bailey Excavating.
Don built a race track and two golf courses and was involved in many area school projects, donated and volunteered his time for local area emergencies and residents; helping with the cleanup after the 72 flood and the Kane tornado.
His proudest moments were working with “Red” Adair in the 1973 Tioga gas well fire and the Carmichael mine disaster.
MoreLeRoy E. Newcomb, age 69, of Knoxville, PA
LeRoy E. Newcomb, age 69, of Knoxville, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at UPMC Wellsboro.
Born March 18, 1955 in Wellsboro, he was the son of the late Lester M. and Edith M. (Graves) Newcomb. LeRoy served in the US Army and worked at Bordens / Eagle Family Foods, PennDOT and for DCNR at Hills Creek for the last ten years.
He married Jenny L. Allen and they shared 36 years together. He was a member of the Knoxville Fire Hall, Knoxville VFW and served on the Tioga County Honor Guard.
LeRoy loved woodworking, building things, working with electric and playing guitar. Most of all he loved his family and friends and loved spending time with his girls.
MoreMelissa Ann Florence “MOE” Mosher, age 50, of Elkland, PA
Melissa Ann Florence “MOE” Mosher, age 50, of Elkland, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 surrounded by family and friends at home after a battle with breast cancer.
Born May 10, 1974 in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Thomas and Sally (Bost) Mosher. Moe was born with cerebral palsy but she didn’t let that keep her down. She graduated from Elkland High School Class of 1993. She loved her classmates and kept in touch with them.
She also had many friends she communicated with all over the world. She was happy, kind, independent, compassionate, caring and thought of others before herself. She embraced cancer and did things “her way”, living her last days to the fullest. Moe had a never-ending love for her family and friends, her smile and spirit was infectious. She was a member of the Women of the Moose, loved her kids, but her greatest joy was loving on her pups; Zoey, Trico, Nitro and the late Roxy. She had an unbreakable bond with her kids and animals.
She is survived by her parents, Thomas and Sally Mosher of Elkland; siblings, Shannon and Cheri Mosher, Jody and Jeff Wood and Raymond and Jada Bost; cousin, Joseph Mosher; nieces and nephews, Thomas and Randi Mosher, Garrett and Taylor Mosher, Kameron Wood, Shylyn, Madison and Rayonna Mosher, Robert “Floyd” Bost, Dravyn and Lillian Evans and Luci Bost; great nieces and nephews, Sawyer, Izzy, Sullivan, Scarlett, Rosie and Parker; her best friend, Amy Heffner and longtime loving friend, Lisa Jolly.
Moe was preceded in death by her grandparents, Floyd and Elberta Bost and Chester and Grace Mosher; aunt Joella Mosher and nephew, Christopher Lee Floyd Mosher.
Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Monday, June 17th from 12:00 – 2:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 2:00 PM. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery.
There will be a dinner following the burial at the Elkland United Methodist Church, N. Buffalo St. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kenyon Funeral Home to help the family with expenses.
Brad A. Binder, 64, of Port Allegany, PA
Brad A. Binder, 64, of Port Allegany, PA passed away unexpectedly Friday (June 14, 2024) at his workplace, Seneca Highlands IU9, Smethport.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Dispatch: 2 Vehicle Rollover Crash With Entrapment Near Port Allegany
At 10:43 AM on Saturday, Port Allegany Fire Rescue & EMS are responding to a 2 vehicle rollover crash with entrapment near 2115 Route 155 North in Annin Township. One vehicle has rolled over with entrapment. TLC Ambulance also dispatched as well as Olean 10 medic. Medic from Coudersport dispatched.
11:08 AM–Port Allegany Fire to Hawbakers for LZ for Mercyflight 6 inbound.
Penn College spotlight on sports: 2023-24 in review
Pennsylvania College of Technology teams had multiple highlights during their 10th season as members of the United East Conference and seventh season as full-fledged members of the NCAA. The Wildcats are on the map!
Included were:
Golf — United East Champion, UE Golfer of the Year, UE Coach of the Year, two UE all-conference first team, three UE all-conference second team, 29th in NCAA Division III, individual national 17th in NCAA Division III (the highest ever for a UE golfer), one D-III All-Region golfer.
Softball — United East Champion, two UEVD first team, five UEVD second team, two All-Region second team, one all-region third team, one all-region tournament team.
Men’s cross-country — United East men’s champion, three UE first team, one UE third team, UE Coach of the Year.
Wrestling — Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference runner-up. One all-conference first team, two all-conference second team, three all-region.
Men’s lacrosse — United East runner-up, three UE first team, three UE second team, UE Rookie of the Year.
Women’s soccer — Two UEVD first team, three UEVD second team, one All-Region second team, one all-region third team.
Baseball — One United East Volt Division all-conference first team, two UEVD second team, UEVD Rookie of the Year, two all-region selections.
Women’s cross-country — One UE second team, one UE third team.
Men’s basketball — Two UEVD first team, one all-region third team.
Women’s basketball — One UEVD second team.
Men’s soccer — One UEVD first team.
Men’s tennis — One UE second team.
Archery — One all-region.
Academics — Twenty-three Chi Alpha Sigma National College Athlete Honor Society inductees.
MorePennDOT Potter County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of June 17
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in Potter County the week June 17. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in Potter County for the coming week is as follows:
MorePennDOT McKean County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of June 17
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of June 17. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:
MoreM&W AUCTION COMPANY ONLINE INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY AUCTION
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Seneca Highlands IU9 Is Hiring Multiple Positions
Location: Seneca Highlands IU9, Smethport, PA
Type: Full-time
Overview:
Seneca Highlands IU9 is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic IT Support Technician to join our team in Smethport, PA. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to start a rewarding career in technology within an educational environment.
Key Responsibilities:
● Provide first-level technical support for devices, networks, and classroom technology.
● Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues.
● Assist in maintaining and updating IT documentation and inventory.
● Ensure excellent customer service by being courteous, polite, and service-oriented.
● Collaborate with other team members to enhance overall IT support.
Qualifications:
● Strong written and verbal communication skills.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
● Basic troubleshooting skills for devices, networks, and classroom technology, or the ability to learn these skills quickly.
Send a letter of interest, resume, and application to Mr. Ed Bell. EOE
Seneca Highlands IU9 is looking for a highly capable and forward-thinking network/systems administrator to join our team in providing services to school districts in Potter County. This role is pivotal in driving technology improvements within the school districts by working closely with the leadership teams, faculty, and staff members. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the network and server infrastructure, ensuring reliable and secure connectivity, and supporting all IT systems critical to the educational environment.
Location:
- Potter County
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Five years of IT experience with a strong background in network infrastructure planning, systems administration, and technology procurement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks.
- Ensure the security and integrity of the network through firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain optimal uptime and performance.
- Manage and maintain servers, including Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization platforms.
- Implement and maintain network access controls, user authentication, and authorization protocols.
- Support the deployment and maintenance of educational software and applications.
- Provide technical support and training to staff and students on network and system-related issues.
- Maintain documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Collaborate with the IT team to plan and execute technology projects and upgrades.
Candidate Profile:
- Highly organized and self-motivated to complete projects.
- Effective communicator with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical staff.
- Capable of working independently and within teams.
- Skilled in supporting, training, and developing technical staff.
- Detail-oriented with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Committed to maintaining confidentiality on sensitive information.
Send a letter of interest, resume, and application to Mr. Ed Bell via email. Application Deadline: Position is open until filled. EOE
Star Gazing at Cherry Springs State Park
Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15 – Nature at Night: Bears, 8 PM to 8:45PM
Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating creatures that enjoy the night as much as we do at Cherry Springs. Be bear aware! By learning the resources bears need to be happy and healthy, and ways to stay safe during a bear encounter, you can spend less time worrying about bears and more time enjoying the night sky.
Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15 – Night Sky Tour and Telescopes, 9:15 PM to 11 PM
Experience the wonder of the night sky through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. If conditions allow, we’ll take a look through telescopes at some of the key features of the late spring sky. Hear legends and myths surrounding several constellations. Telescopes available from roughly 10 PM and later. Telescope availability is subject to staff/volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.