Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a reclamation project is set to begin next week on Route 3003 (Phoenix Run Road) in Gaines Township, Tioga County.
On Monday, April 24, 2023, and Tuesday, April 25, 2023, Phoenix Run Road will be closed between Route 6 to the Potter County line, while a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) maintenance crew performs work on the roadway. Work will be performed between the hours of 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
A detour using Route 6 (in Potter County), Meeker Road and Phoenix Run Road will be in place while work is being performed.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect travel delays, and drive with caution.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways 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.
Some go to the woods to wrap themselves in tranquility, surrounded by relative quiet if not outright silence. Spring turkey hunters aren’t necessarily among them.
Matching wits with a gobbler is often most exciting when things are downright rowdy.
That’s why there’s much excitement attached to this coming season, which begins on Saturday, April 22 with a half-day hunt for junior and youth mentored hunters, then runs from Saturday, April 29 to Tuesday, May 30 for everyone. It has the potential to be noisier than usual, given the abundance of 2-year-old birds – the most vocal and likely to engage in back-and-forth chatter with hunters.
$20 million in Technical Assistance Funding is Available to Plan High-Speed Internet Projects in Rural Communities
WASHINGTON, April 17, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $20 million to deliver broadband technical assistance resources for rural communities, and to support the development and expansion of broadband cooperatives.
USDA is offering the funding under the new Broadband Technical Assistance Program. The program supports technical assistance projects such as conducting feasibility studies, completing network designs and developing broadband financial assistance applications. Funding is also available to help organizations access federal resources, and to conduct data collection and reporting.
“USDA is committed to making sure that people, no matter where they live, have access to high-speed internet. That’s how you grow the economy – not just in rural communities, but across the nation,” said USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small. “USDA is partnering with small towns, local utilities and cooperatives, and private companies to increase access to this critical service which in turn boosts opportunity and helps build bright futures.”
Johnsonburg, Pa.: Want to share stories about your bird dog and your fall hunts? Prepare a meal of something you harvested from the wild and join fellow hunters and conservationists for a Wild Game Potluck on Saturday, 4/22, starting at 5:00 p.m. If you plan on attending, please register with Tommy Launer at tslauner@gmail.com. You must register to attend so we have enough silverware and drinks for all attendees.
The Upland Bird Hunt (UBH) Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) is offering a Wild Game Pot Luck at the Rolfe Beagle Club on Saturday, 4/22, at 1016 Long Level Road, Johnsonburg, Pa., 15845. Entry to the Wild Game Pot Luck is FREE with a wild game dish to share with others. If you do not have wild game to prepare and share, then please bring a vegetable dish, or a meat/cheese sampler. Come talk dogs, tell lies about our dogs, listen to other upland conservationists, and enjoy your favorite beverage around the fire pit.
“Based on last year’s success with the Birds ‘N’ Brews in Bradford, we wanted to try this wild game idea,” said Tommy Launer. “We invite you to join us for the evening. We will have some RGS and AWS (American Woodcock Society) items and memberships for attendees. We are looking for a laid-back evening of just enjoying our dogs and, hopefully, some of the food our dogs have helped us harvest. This evening is all about sharing our love for the upland life,” finished Launer.
Stay tuned to the Upland Bird Hunt Chapter by checking out the Facebook Group, RGS UBH St Marys PA Chapter, or get on the Ruffed Grouse Society email list for North Central PA by contacting wlhab9@gmail.com with your email. You will then be notified of all upcoming events the RGS has to offer in NC PA.
Mary L. BROOKS, 76, of Westfield, PA, died Friday, April 14, 2023 in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.
Born October 11, 1946, in Cowanesque, she was the daughter of Charles Patrick and Martha May Brown McLaughlin. On August 28, 1971, in Wellsboro, she married Robert E. Brooks, who survives. A 1964 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, she was employed by various insurance companies in Rochester, NY. Returning to Pennsylvania, she was employed by Gridley Insurance in Westfield and Knoxville and last employed by First Citizens National Bank in Ulysses for many years. Mary was a member of the Harrison Township Ladies Auxiliary and bowling leagues in Westfield.
Surviving besides her husband, Bob, are: four sisters, Sandra (Robert) Barriault of Conway, NH, Theresia (James) Franklin of Sayre, Cynthia McLaughlin of Cowanesque, and Susan (Joseph) Homill of Endicott, NY; two brothers, John (Lynn) McLaughlin of Cheyenne, WY and Tom (Sonia) McLaughlin of Galveston, TX; a sister-in-law, Carol McLaughlin of Shamokin Dam; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Brenda and Bruce Matis of Elkland; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by three brothers, Rudy W. McLaughlin, Charles McLaughlin, and Frank McLaughlin.
Friends may call Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes and Crematory, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Westfield Public Library, 147 Maple Street, Westfield, PA 16950 or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… Northwestern Cattaraugus County in western New York… Central Erie County in western New York… Northeastern Chautauqua County in western New York… * Until 830 PM EDT. * At 739 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Silver Creek, or 12 miles east of Dunkirk, moving northeast at 50 mph. HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Minor damage to vehicles is possible. Expect wind damage to trees and power lines. * Locations impacted include… Buffalo, Cheektowaga, West Seneca, North Tonawanda, Lackawanna, Kenmore, Depew, Tonawanda, Amherst and Dunkirk. This includes Interstate 90 between exits 49 and 58. HAIL THREAT…RADAR INDICATED MAX HAIL SIZE…1.00 IN WIND THREAT…RADAR INDICATED MAX WIND GUST…60 MPH
BRADFORD, Pa. — The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford honored Joelle Warner, director of donor relations and stewardship, during its Honors Convocation on Friday with the President’s Award for Excellence in Overall Performance from Richard T. Esch, Pitt-Bradford president.
“I am very happy to present this award to Joelle, who approaches her work with an exceptionally high level of professionalism,” said Richard T. Esch, Pitt-Bradford’s president. “She also cares deeply about our students, our faculty and staff, and our generous supporters.”
The President’s Award was created in 2016 to recognize a staff member who has demonstrated exemplary performance and outstanding individual contributions to the Pitt-Bradford campus.
Warner’s coworker, Christine Tyler, director of development and major gifts, nominated her for the award.
Tyler noted that Warner’s consistent professionalism, organization and diligence were of immense benefit to the university as she planned the dedication of the George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building and an annual luncheon for scholarship donors to meet their recipients.
During that time, Warner also arranged for donors to tour the new building and arranged for signage, including a new digital display, while also gathering thank you letters from donor recipients, tending to the needs of other donors and making each donor she works with feels valued.
“Joelle has made a tremendous impact on Pitt-Bradford’s ability to raise philanthropic funds and to acquire, cultivate and steward donors,” Tyler wrote. “She has assisted countless donors to establish scholarships at Pitt-Bradford [and] worked with corporate donors on in-kind donations. … The standard of excellence that our donors have come to expect from Pitt-Bradford’s advancement program can, in large part, be traced directly back to Joelle’s efforts.”
Tyler told a story to illustrate Warner’s individualized touch. “Last year one of our older donors, recently widowed, was not able to attend [an event] due to mobility issues. Joelle arranged to drive to the donor’s home a few days after the event to deliver a gift in person and spend some time visiting. Not because that falls under ‘other duties as assigned,’ but because that’s who Joelle is as a person.”
Warner and her husband, Kyle, live in Kane and enjoy traveling with their dog, Becca, snowmobiling and vintage motorcycle racing, and spending time outdoors and with their families.
Previous recipients of the award include Christina Marrone, registrar and director of enrollment services; Kim Masone, former conference services manager; and Richard Kahle, facilities director of the Richard E. and Ruth McDowell Sport and Fitness Center.
Rex C. Wells, age 67, of Elmira, formerly of Osceola, PA passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.
Born January 24, 1956 in Osceola, he was the son of the late Charles and Neva (King) Wells.
Rex graduated from Elkland High School and earned his Associates Degree in mechanics from Williamsport Area Community College. He served in the National Guard, retired from Dominion as a compressor station operator and worked part time at the GCP Discount Liquors in Horseheads, NY.
Rex was an avid outdoorsman; enjoying hunting and fishing, tinkering in his garage and was always willing to help others and neighbors. Most of all he was a family man and took great care of them.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Linda M. Wells; daughter, Tanya (Dan Miller) Wells of Elmira; son, Brion Michael Wells of Elmira; two sisters, Charlotte Bitler of Lawrenceville and Mary Brian of Osceola and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Clyde K. Wells and nephew, Ricky S. Wells.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Friday, April 21st from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. A memorial service will be held immediately following at 6:00 PM with his nephew, Rev. David Bitler officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Rex’s honor to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Sherry Lynn Monroe, age 64, of Westfield, PA passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at UPMC Wellsboro.
Born September 25, 1958 in Blossburg, she was the daughter of the late Van C. and Ella M. (Schueltz) Grenolds.
Sherry worked for K Magnetics in Galeton for many years until their closing and was still working for the Electri-Cord in Westfield. She enjoyed shopping and decorating the house.
She is survived by her loving husband, Alan J. Monroe; daughter, Nickie (Todd) Putman of Westfield; step son, Robert J. Tombs of Knoxville; grandchildren, Jaxon Putman, Angela Tombs and McKenna Putman; a brother, Randy Grenolds of Painted Post, NY; four sisters, Judy Cady of Westfield, Barbara Schmidt of Westfield, Linda Hand of Gaines and Vickie Campbell of Carlisle; her longtime best friend Joanne Monroe; many nieces, nephews and cousins and her extended Monroe family.
Sherry was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Sarah Tombs.
A celebration of life will be held at Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St, Westfield on Thursday, 5:00 – 7:00 PM. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
Collis A. Blend, age 79, of Elkland, PA passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born September 13, 1943 in Blossburg, PA, he was the son of the late Theodore and Ella (Faulkner) Blend. He retired from Carbaugh Tool Company, Horseheads, NY after 34 years of service. Collis married Cynthia I. Nelson and they shared 57 years together.
He attended Tuscarora Baptist Church, was a member of the Senior Citizens Club, a member and former Fire Chief and President of the Osceola Fire Company and a member and former President of the Osceola Ambulance Association, and member of the C.V. Rod & Gun Club.
He enjoyed playing guitar, loved helping his neighbors out mowing lawns, wood working and his animals. Most of all he loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife, Cindy; daughter, Christine and David Dunn of Cranberry Twp., PA; son, Craig and Ann Blend of Street, MD; loving granddaughter, Samantha Dunn of Brooklyn, NY; three sisters, Ella Kipferl of Pine City, NY, Wanda Jankowski of Addison, NY and Wilma and Joe Hirschfeld of Addison, NY and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Besides his parents, Collis was preceded in death by his brothers, Wellington, Samuel, Theodore and Martin Blend and his sisters, Edna Tunison, Vera Knowles, Dorothy Doland, Elma Hornbrook and Florence Edwards.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Monday, April 17th from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 18th, 2:00 PM at the Tuscarora Baptist Church, Addison, NY with Pastor Jamey Miller officiating. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in Collis’ honor to the Tuscarora Baptist Church, 441 Cook Rd., Addison, NY 14801 or to the Osceola Fire Department, 7654 State Route 49, Osceola, PA 16942. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
Mary Marie Ross Baker, age 70, of Harrison Valley, PA passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at UPMC Cole in Coudersport.
Born July 7, 1952 in Lock Haven, PA, she was the daughter of the late Clifford H. and Mabel M. (Counsil) Ross.
Mary graduated from Lock Haven High School. She married Keith L. Baker and they shared 50 years together until his passing on July 31, 2022.
Mary worked for Leather’s for many years, she worked at Knoxville Components and was the owner of Baker & Baker Appliance.
She played the guitar and sang in a band and led worship services at several area churches. Mary enjoyed the outdoors, cutting firewood, painting houses and stripping furniture but most of all she loved spending time with her grandkids.
She is survived by her children, Angela and Kelly Swede and Terry Baker of Harrison Valley; grandchildren, Steven Baker and Darian Swede; three great grandchildren, Roseallena Smith, Alexandra Baker and Drake Baker and a brother, David (Jean) Ross of State College.
Mary was preceded in death by her sisters, Nancy Karstetter, Emma Lou Rupert and Sylvia Johnson Lozier.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield.
Philip J. Shefcyk, 73, of Kersey, PA passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk following a lengthy illness.
He was born on October 5, 1949 in St. Marys, a son of the late Richard and Patricia McKay Shefcyk.
On December 26, 1966, he married his lifelong best friend and one true love, M. Carol Shefcyk, who survives. Together they shared more than 56 years of love, laughter, and happiness.
Phil was a lifelong resident of Elk County and proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He attended college at Penn State DuBois. He retired from Airco Speer after many years of service and had also been employed at FireProof, PennDOT, and Molded Materials. He was a life member of the Ridgway American Legion and was also a member of the Ridgway Elks Club.
In his younger years, Phil was a dedicated Boy Scout who also served as a Junior Ranger, fighting forest fires during his freshman year of high school. He was also known for his love of hunting rattlesnakes. An avid outdoorsman, he could often be found fishing and hunting. Most of all, he was a devoted family man who loved spending time with his family. He will be remembered for his kindness and big heart.
In addition to his wife, Carol, he is survived by 4 children; Penny (Dwayne) Titchner of St. Marys, Catherine “Kate” (Brent) Cousins of Kersey, Wendy (Jim) Rickard of Ridgway, and Robin (Steve) Eckl of Highland; by six grandsons; Devin, Jonathon, Melvin, Aric, Richard, and Philip, any by three great-grandsons; Zaven, Melvin, and Dennis. He is also survived by a brother; Sam (Cindy) Shefcyk, a sister; Sari Reed, and by numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by a brother-in-law; Steve (Sue) Gibbs, and by a sister-in-law; Patty Greene.
A Memorial Service for Philip J. Shefcyk will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846.
Military Honors will be accorded by the Fox Township Burial Detail.
Family and friends will be received at the Krise Funeral Home on Thursday, April 20, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Elk County Rides 4 Vets.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
The Bradford Area Ministerium will be hosting an event on Veteran’s Square on May 4th from 12-1pm for the National Day of Prayer. Attached is a flyer for the event.
This national event is an opportunity for communities all across America to join together to pray for our nation by praying for seven centers of influence: Government, Military, Media, Business, Education, Church and Family.
We invite you to attend representing your agencies and areas of leadership influence so that the community churches can pray together for you and your leadership. We are looking forward to this time of unified prayer as a community!
Grace M. LaBrozzi, 89, of Rich Valley Rd., Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois, DuBois, PA on Friday night (April 14, 2023) following a brief illness.
She was born February 2, 1934 in Emporium, PA a daughter of the late Dorman and Margaret Swoyer Moore. On July 25, 1953 in Shinglehouse she married Edward LaBrozzi, who survives.
Years ago Grace lived in Ohio and worked for Reliance Electric as an executive secretary and after moving back to Emporium she worked with her husband running LaBrozzi Construction. Grace enjoyed bingo, dog racing and going to the casinos. She loved traveling with her daughters. She kept her family entertained by playing the organ and accordion.
In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters, Margaret “Peggi” Yeager, Weedville and Cheri Schillinger (Jeff), Emporium; two sons, Edward LaBrozzi, Jr, (Vicki), Emporium and Chet LaBrozzi (Cindy), Rock Hill, SC; three grandchildren: Howard Uber, Jr., Michelle Tremar and Paul Schillinger along with several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two grandsons, Adam Schillinger and Cole LaBrozzi; three brothers, Cyril “Sonny”, Dorman “Rip”, and Robert Moore.
Services will be held Privately. There will be No Visitation.
Burial will be in the Rich Valley Cemetery, Emporium, PA.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of the donors choice.
Due to our transition to a new Integrated-Library System (ILS), patrons who use the Libby App with Seneca Library District must sign out and then sign back in. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Please follow these instructional videos on how to sign out and then sign back into Libby. Your PIN is the last four digits of your phone number. Sign Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkZY7oceGRQ Sign Back in with PIN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vlZ3q5kxx4
Susan Marie Renaud, 71, of 5962 Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road, Johnsonburg, PA passed away at her residence peacefully with her family by her side, on Thursday afternoon, April 13, 2023 after a lengthy illness.
She was born on September 2, 1951 in Ridgway a daughter to Veronica Gasbarre Burrs and the late James Burrs. On July 3, 1971 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married George A. Renaud and he survives.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Susan was a member of Holy Rosary Church. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed baking and traveling to the casino to play bingo.
Susan had worked for Allegheny Coatings for 18 years and had previously worked at Exotic Metals for 6 years.
In addition to her husband George Renaud at home and her mother Veronica Burrs of Johnsonburg, Susan is survived by a son Jerry Renaud and his wife Nicki of Ridgway and their children Riley and Brayden. She is also survived by a sister Jeanine Allegretto and her husband Lawrence of Wilcox, 2 brothers Jim Burrs of Keating Summit and John Burrs and his companion Lynn Heibach of Erie and numerous nieces and nephews
In addition to her father, Susan is predeceased by her twin sister Sally Wilson and nephews Eric and Jason Cook.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Susan M. Renaud will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Monday, April 24, 2023 at 10 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor as celebrant. Interment will be private. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA.
Smethport – Bruce D. “Bruno” Fuller, 72, of Hazel Hurst, PA passed away Friday (April 14, 2023).
He was born February 19, 1951 in Port Allegany, the son of William and Delores (Walton) Fuller . In the summer of 1997, he married Margaret J. Silvis, who survives.
Bruce attended Kane area schools and was employed by Metric Construction of Louisiana.
He enjoyed fishing and working on all his neighbors cars when they needed a hand.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
One son: Michael Causer of Hazel Hurst
Seven daughters: Amy (John) Guras of James City, Angela (Larry) Dinger, Candy (Todd) Jackson and Sonja Hillyard, all of Mt Jewett, Holly Prati of Lewis Run, April (Tony) Ray and Sarah (Duane) Erway, both of Kane
Many grandchildren and several great grandchildren
One brother: James Fuller of Kane
And several nieces and nephews, along with his furry companion, “Izzy” that he adored.
In addition to his parents, Bruce was preceded in death by a son, Mark Fuller, one brother, William Fuller and a sister, Paula Fuller.
At Bruce’s request, there will be a celebration of his life at a later date.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
