Second Chance participating in Raise the Region
Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries is inviting animal lovers to help “Raise the Region” March 8-9.
Raise the Region is a 30-hour online giving event fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. An initiative of the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania, Raise the Region benefits nonprofit organizations serving Northcentral Pennsylvania, including Second Chance.
“Since our formation more than 20 years ago, we’ve been guided by our name – Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries. We strive to help lost, abandoned or at-risk dogs and cats by providing them with life-saving care and sanctuary,” said Jim Howe, Second Chance board president. “All funds from Raise the Region will go toward veterinarian costs and other direct rehabilitation of these at-risk pets. These expenses are often high and we never know the needs of the next animal that finds its way to our doorstep. Thanks to the generosity of others, that next animal, and all coming after it, will get its best second chance possible.”
This year’s Raise the Region is 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, until 11:59 p.m. Thursday, March 9. Donations made during that time at www.raisetheregion.org/organizations/second-chance-animal-sanctuaries have the potential to stretch even farther with matching or additional gifts from sponsoring businesses and organizations.
“We are honored to participate again in Raise the Region, and are grateful to its organizers and sponsors,” said Howe. “This opportunity is especially important as Second Chance receives no governmental funding. We exist and continue due to the hearts, funds, donations and volunteer support from our neighbors. We sincerely thank you all.”
Learn more about Second Chance at www.secondchanceas.org or follow their page on Facebook. For more information on Raise the Region, visit www.raisetheregion.org.
Clarence S. “Stew” Johnson Jr., 73, of Oak St. Ext. in Kane,
Clarence S. “Stew” Johnson Jr., 73, of Oak St. Ext. in Kane, passed away Friday (Feb. 24) at UPMC-Hamot. He was born Feb. 27, 1949 in Kane, the son of the late Clarence and M. Joanne (Carlson) Johnson.
Stew had worked at Stackpole for many years, up until its closing in Kane. He also was a self employed photographer and after he retired he cooked at the Moose club. He served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War and spent over 18 months in Guam.
He is survived by one daughter, Heather (Chad) Raught; two brothers, Neil (Dee) Johnson and Rodney (Muriel) Johnson, both of Ludlow; four sisters, Mary Carol (Greg) Rich of Indiana, PA, Jackie (Bud Bifano) Johnson of Shippenville, Barbara (John) Hetrick of Kane and Julianne (John) Horton of Kane; two granddaughters Caliann and Cara Kribbs; and one step granddaughter, Raeann Raught and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Rebecca Johnson and two brothers, Thomas “TJ” Johnson and Roger “RJ” Johnson.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation at the Cummings Funeral Home on Tuesday (Feb 28) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A funeral ceremony will follow at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. David Pflieger officiating. Burial will be in Gibbs Hill Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com
Hulda V. McCUTCHEON, 95, of North Bingham, PA
Hulda V. McCUTCHEON, 95, of North Bingham, PA, died Saturday, February 25, 2023 in her home.
Born July 19, 1927, in Whitesville, NY, town of West Union, she was the daughter of Clifford and Selynda Wallace Frost. On December 18, 1960, in Whitesville, NY, she married Ronald J. McCutcheon, who predeceased her on October 15, 2014. A 1946 graduate of Whitesville Central School, she was employed by Smith of Galeton Glove. Hulda was a member of the North Bingham Community Church.
Surviving are: five children, Steven (Darcy) McCutcheon of North Bingham, Kevin McCutcheon of Harrison Valley, Douglas (Kathy) McCutcheon of Andover, NY, Diane (Gary) Wyne of Harrison Valley, and Roger (Georgie) McCutcheon of Ulysses; nine grandchildren, Jillian (Matthew) Baker, Veronica Hunt, Jesse (Amber) McCutcheon, Savannah Fanton, Jared (Michelle) McCutcheon, Kris Wyne, Dustin Wyne, Tory McCutcheon, Garette (Chance) McCutcheon; 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers, James (Betty) Frost of Wilmington, NC and Robert E. Frost of Waneta Lake, NY; sister-in-law, Frances Frost of Lampasas, TX; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a brother, Frederick Frost; and two sisters, Elizabeth Graves and Joan Grover.
Friends may call at the North Bingham Community Church on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 12:00 PM. Rev. Dennis Munro, Pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in North Bingham Cemetery. Memorials may be made to North Bingham Community Church, 2231 Bingham Center Road, North Bingham, PA 16941. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Roger D. Grover, 63, of Smethport, PA.
Roger D. Grover, 63, of Smethport, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Friday, February 24, 2023, after a lengthy illness.
Born May 12, 1959, in Wellsville NY, he was a son of the late Lyle and Mary K. (Umiken) Grover.
On August 14, 1982, in the Evans Memorial United Methodist Church, he married Georgia (Mott) Grover who survives.
Roger had been employed at Bush Industries in Jamestown NY for many years. He also formerly worked at the Ice Cream Factory in Dunkirk, NY, Monago’s Flooring in Bradford, as well as a rural route delivery man for the Bradford Era.
He enjoyed fishing, and attending demolition derby’s.
Surviving in addition to his wife Georgia of 40 years, is one brother, Lyle (Jill) Grover, step siblings, John (Chris) Farum, Cindy Grover, and Donna Ekas, his mother in law Patricia Mott, and two uncles, Forest and Nicholas Battles, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, step mother, Ethelyn J. Grover-Mayer, brothers, Michael, Clarence, James and Craig Grover, one sister Paula Grover, and one stepbrother, Calvin Grover.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Rogers’ Life on Saturday May 13, 2023, at 1:00 pm at the pavilion at Hamlin Lake in Smethport, with Rev. Max Simms, pastor of the Hilltop Baptist Church, officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorials if desired may be made to the family and mailed to 128 East Street, Smethport.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
PennDOT Prepped for Winter Storm, Urges Motorists in North Central Pennsylvania to Limit Travel
Montoursville, PA – With a winter storm forecasted for this evening, Monday, February 27, 2023, through Tuesday, February 28, 2023, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 3 is advising motorists in north central Pennsylvania to be aware of changing weather conditions and limit travel if possible.
The department is prepared and has sufficient amounts of salt and anti-skid on hand. Crews will be treating roads in the region during the storm and until roads are clear.
Weather predictions call for freezing rain, sleet, and snow which could cause potential icy conditions. Road surfaces, bridge decks and overpasses can be icy.
Although PennDOT crews will be treating roadways, the department’s primary goal is to keep roads passable, not completely free of ice and snow. PennDOT will continue to treat roadways throughout the storm until precipitation stops and roads are clear.
Smethport Dispatched To Basement Fire on East Main Street
At 12:14 PM on Monday, Smethport Firefighters have been dispatched to a basement fire at 305 East Main Street. Chief 220 on scene reports smoke showing. Mutual aid has been requested from Norwich, Port Allegany & Coudersport. Bradford Township Fire Dept. requested for RIT.
COMMAND REPORTS FIRE OUT AT 12:34.
Kevin Siska Announces Bid for Potter County Sheriff
I would like to take this opportunity to announce my candidacy for Potter County Sheriff. I lived in Potter County for several years after attending college and then moved to Alaska to pursue a career in law enforcement. My law enforcement career began relatively soon after the move to Alaska. It started working as a Correctional Officer in a maximum security prison in Juneau, AK for about 21 months.
In January of 1986, I was hired by the Juneau Police Department as a Patrol Officer. Approximately 4 years later, I was assigned to the Investigations Unit for approximately 3 years.
I was promoted back to the Patrol Unit as a sergeant where I supervised a patrol team for approximately 6 years. I was assigned back to the Investigations Unit, where I supervised major investigations for 5 years. As the Investigations Sergeant, I also oversaw two drug enforcement officers assigned to the Southeast Alaska Drug Task Force. During my time as a sergeant, I participated in numerous supervisory training classes.
My final assignment for the Department was in an administrative position where I restructured the Department’s training requirements and training schedule.
While employed by the Juneau Police Department, I had ancillary duties as an Accident Reconstructionist for 16 years and I was a member of the SWAT Team for 11 years. I was awarded the Police Medal of Honor in 1993.
In the year 2000, I had the privilege of attending the Southwest Law Enforcement Institute’s, Law Enforcement Management College located in Plano, Texas. I successfully completed and graduated from the intensive 2 month long college level management course geared specifically toward law enforcement management.
After nearly 22 years in Law enforcement, I retired and my wife, Lynetta and I returned to Potter County to raise our twin girls.
I have served Potter County as a Deputy Sheriff with the Potter County Sheriff’s Department since 2016. I have a clear understanding of the duties of the Sheriff Department. I would be honored to serve the people of Potter County as your Sheriff. Early in my career, I was taught to treat people fairly and with respect. As your Sheriff, I will continue to do so.
The time I served in the corrections environment will aid me in this position as the Sheriff sits on the Potter County Jail Board. My time as a Police Sergeant and management experience will benefit me in carrying out the duties of the Sheriff.
My family attends the Gold Church where I have served as Moderator, Trustee and Chairperson for the building committee while building our new church. I am a coach for the Black Forest Youth Trap Team and have done so for the last several years.
Thank you for considering me for sheriff. I look forward to serving the people of Potter County. Please vote KEVIN SISKA for Potter County Sheriff in the Primary election on May 16, 2023.
