UPMC Expert: When to Worry About Forgetfulness
Suhag Patel, PA-C
Neurology, UPMC
The phenomenon of forgetfulness happens to everyone – misplacing keys, missing appointments, and even not recalling why you walked into a certain room at home – especially as we age. While instances like this are usually harmless, frequent confusion or memory loss are early indications for cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementias.
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, and over 55 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Recognizing the early signs of this disease is vital, as the current treatments available are more effective in its earliest stages.
What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
MorePeter Alyoious Eckert, 86 of Bridgeville, DE, formerly of Austin, PA
Peter Alyoious Eckert, 86 of Bridgeville, DE, formerly of Austin, PA, passed away peacefully, Sunday, April 28, 2024, at home. He was born on July 7, 1937, in Saint Marys, son of the late Ferdinand “Fred” and Sara (Wolfe) Eckert. He married the former Marjorie A. Huling on July 11, 1959, at the Austin United Methodist Church. They celebrated 59 years of marriage until her passing on May 31, 2019.
Peter worked in construction on the family farm, Stone Quarry & Coal Mine, Saint Marys, Allegany Mnt. Const., Conn-E Const., and several Const. Co. in PA and DE. Pete also owned and operated Eckert’s Tavern and Eckert’s Exxon & Towing, Austin, and Eckert Bros. Tools Hardware & Surplus, Laurel, DE. Earlier in life, Pete worked for his parents at Little Fella Fish Hatchery, Odin, the Rainbow Paradise, Coudersport, Greeleys Garage, Austin, The Austin Boro, and the PA Housing Authority. Peter was known as a “Jack of all Trades”. There wasn’t a tool made that he didn’t know what it was for and how to use it. If he didn’t know he would make it up.
Peter enjoyed his morning coffee for years at Myers Country Store, Bridgeville, where he and his friends would discuss and solve the world’s problems. In younger years, Peter was an avid snowmobiler and enjoyed camping and traveling. After retirement in 1998, Pete and Marge traveled up and down the East Coast, across the country to Las Vegas, and several trips to Texas. They enjoyed visits with family and friends all over.
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MoreMarcie Anne (Kreger) Dinnison, age 66, of Wellsboro, PA
Marcie Anne (Kreger) Dinnison, age 66, of Wellsboro, PA, joined her son in heaven on June 10, 2024.
She was born on April 20, 1958 in Blossburg, PA.
Marcie was a pet groomer at the Wellsboro Pet Complex for 36 years.
She enjoyed camping, going to the beach, making Christmas a magical celebration, and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her mother: Dorothy Kreger of Wellsboro, PA, three daughters: Erica (Chad) Pequignot of Covington, PA, Kayleigh (Damon) Smith of Wellsboro, PA, Dailyn (Emily) Cooney of Wellsboro, PA, two brothers: Dr. Leonard Kreger of Nauvoo, PA, Steve (Cathy) Kreger of Morris, PA, 7 grandchildren: Taylor Henninger, Ollie Pequignot, Robbie Pequignot, Addie Smith, Paity Smith, Brynn Smith, Rowen Cooney.
She was predeceased by her father Robert Kreger, a son: Lennie Winters, and a granddaughter: Evelyn Patricia Cooney.
A memorial gathering to honor Marcie’s life will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Marcie’s house, 67 Homer St., Wellsboro, PA.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Restrooms at I-80 WB Rest Areas in Montour County Closed Due to Water Issue
Montoursville, PA – Motorists in north central Pennsylvania are advised the restrooms at the Interstate 80 westbound rest area in Montour County are temporarily closed due to a loss of water in the area.
The restrooms will reopen once issue has been resolved. Parking is still open to motorists.
PA Drilling Permit Violations Issued
PA Permit Violation Issued to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 6/06/2024 to EQT ARO LLC in Plunketts Creek Township, Lycoming county. 78a56(a)1 – TEMPORARY STORAGE – The operator’s tank or series of tanks or other approved storage structures failed to meet requirement for sufficient capacity to contain all regulated substances which are used or produced during drilling, altering, completing, recompleting, servicing and plugging the well. |
Incident Date/Time: 2024-06-06 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Sandy Township Police Department BOLO for Richard William Smeal of DuBois
Sandy Township Police Department
At approximately 1:00 am on June 11, Sandy Township Police were dispatched to the parking lot of Burger King on Bee Line Highway where an employee had been attacked and beaten with the suspect’s closed fists and what appeared to be an AR style weapon. It was later determined the weapon was possibly an airsoft gun.
As the victim was getting into her vehicle the suspect approached her, wearing a black mask with a scull teeth design. He demanded she give him her purse, which contained the night deposit from the restaurant. The victim declined and a struggle ensued. After severely injuring the victim, the suspect fled the scene when another vehicle pulled into the parking lot. He escaped, without the night deposit, to Midway Drive where his accomplice was waiting in a vehicle. The two then managed to elude police but the accomplice, John Lentz was taken into custody Tuesday morning at his home in Penfield.
A Felony Arrest warrant has been issued for 59-year-old Richard William Smeal of DuBois. He is a white male, 5’5”, approximately 145 pounds, with blue eyes, a red/gray beard and thinning (possibly longer) red/brown hair. (Note: the attached photo is 2 years old, so his appearance may have changed) Smeal is believed to be dangerous, and police advise to not approach him. If you know the whereabouts of, or have any information regarding Richard Smeal, please contact the Sandy Township Police Department through Clearfield County Dispatch, 814-765-1533 or 911.
Duck Derby Challenge
Each year the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce hosts a Firequacker Duck Derby to raise funds for the fireworks during Weekend in the Wilds. An anonymous donor who plans a family reunion around the fireworks is issuing a challenge. He would like to see North Broad Street filled curb to curb with ducks.
So far residents have adopted nearly 1,000 ducks. The goal is to reach 1300!. The anonymous donor recently adopted 360 of the quackers in the hope that others will come into the chamber office and lsupport the fireworks with a duck adoption. One duck may be obtained for $2.00 while a 6-quack can be selected for $10.00. The ducks will paddle down North Broad Street with the help of the Emporium Fire Department at 2pm on Saturday July 6.
Thank You From The Volunteers That Care
The Volunteers That Care thank all of you who made our recent purse bingo fundraiser a huge success. To the friends of our membership who stepped up to help with setting up and working the event, thank you. To all individuals and businesses that donated items to our basket raffle, thank you. To those who donated purses and sponsored purses, thank you. To the American Legion Post 192, thank you for hosting and assisting with our event. Our membership also deserves thanks for their time, travel, donations, hard work, and dedication to our fundraiser and mission.
With such generous support, VTC can continue to provide gas cards to help cancer patients travel to their treatments. There is so much need. To date in 2024, we have distributed $7,200.00 worth of gas cards.
Our next goal is to reach out to all Potter County community events to spread further awareness of our services. In addition to having a presence at these events, we also have members willing to speak to community organizations.
Please contact us at 814-203-8628 if interested. This number can also be used to refer someone for a gas card.
THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND THE SENIOR EXPO AND POTTER COUNTY SENIOR CENTER’S COUNTY WIDE GET-TOGETHER AT COUDERSPORT ARBORETUM ON JUNE 24TH
The public is invited to attend a SENIOR EXPO AND POTTER COUNTY SENIOR CENTER COUNTY WIDE GET-TOGETHER to be held at the Coudersport Arboretum located at 201 S West Street, Coudersport, on Monday, June 24th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Rain date will be Tuesday, June 25th. The SENIOR EXPO is sponsored by the Coudersport Arboretum Association and in collaboration with Potter County Human Services Area Agency on Aging.
MoreATTENTION HUNTERS!! NY HUNTING LICENSE CHANGES
The Town of Bolivar
Beginning with the 2024-25 hunting license year, DEC is transitioning from special license stock (Valeron) to PLAIN PAPER licenses and tags. The following questions and answers provide information on how this change will impact licensed hunters, trappers, and anglers. This will be updated as we progress through this transition and as more details become available.
Q: How will hunters, trappers, and anglers get licenses and tags?
MoreDiane L. “Anner” Cady, age 53 of Westfield, PA
Diane L. “Anner” Cady, age 53, of Westfield, PA passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at Broad Acres Nursing Home in Wellsboro.
Born April 20, 1971 in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of the late Edwin Lewis and Luella (Parslow) Cady.
Anner graduated from Cowanesque Valley High School and was a CNA at Broad Acres Nursing Home for 22 years. She was a member of the Knoxville VFW and the Knoxville Fire Hall. Anner loved old country music, dancing, hunting, watching football especially the 49er’s and she loved her red slingshot.
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