An unknown male burglar entered a Ceres, PA business at 3:30 am Saturday morning and removed approximately $300.00 in cash.
State Police at Kane reported the unknown man entered Canfield Lawn & Garden on Kings Run in Ceres Township, McKean County.
Anyone with information is asked to contact PSP Kane at 814-778-5555. Trooper Kramer is the investigator.
At 10:30 pm on Saturday, Shinglehouse Ambulance has been dispatched to Blauvelt Hollow Road for a medical emergency.
Rollover Crash--RT.49 one lane NOW OPEN
At 8:22 pm on Saturday, Westfield and Clymer Fire & EMS along with Medic 1 have been dispatched to a one vehicle rollover on Rt. 49 east of Rt. 249. Vehicle is on it's roof with one patient reported still inside the vehicle.
On scene report--Reporting Pickup Truck on it's roof with entrapment with gasoline leaking.
8:28 pm--Police on scene report driver is now out of vehicle.
8:32 pm--Knoxville dispatched with one engine to scene.
8:36 PM--COMMAND REPORTS RT. 49 CLOSED
CLYMER AMBULANCE TRANSPORTING--NO HELICOPTERS AVAILABLE
9:20 pm--Command reports one lane OPEN
10:09 pm--ROADWAY CLEAR--STA 5 UNITS RETURNING
Farmers and others see 'fracking' as threat to thirsty South Africa land
Saturday, December 31, 2011
By Ian Urbina, The New York Times
KAROO, South Africa -- Covering much of the roughly 800 miles between Johannesburg and Cape Town, this arid expanse -- its name means "thirsty land" -- sees less rain in some parts than the Mojave Desert.
Even so, Shell and several other large energy companies hope to drill thousands of natural gas wells in the region, using a new drilling technology that can require 1 million gallons of water or more for each well. Companies will also have to find a way to dispose of all the toxic wastewater or sludge that each well produces, since the closest landfill or industrial-waste facility that can handle the waste is hundreds of miles away.
"Around here, the rain comes on legs," said Chris Hayward, 51, a brawny, dust-covered farmer in Beaufort West, quoting a Karoo saying about how rare and fleeting precipitation is in the area.
Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11365/1200518-82.stm?cmpid=news.xml#ixzz1iAFJuKiZ
The U.S. Geological Survey is reporting that a 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck this afternoon in a rural area near Youngstown, Ohio.
The earthquake struck at 3:04 p.m. in an area about five miles northwest of Youngstown and six miles southeast of Warren.
It was the latest in a series of minor quakes in the area in 2011, though residents say Saturday's appeared to be stronger than others. Many have struck near an injection well used to dispose of brine water that's a byproduct of oil and gas drilling. More...
Man Struck By Vehicle On N. Main Street
At 7:35 pm on Saturday, Coudersport Dept. 48 and Medic 6 have been dispatched to a vehicle/pedestrian accident near 712 North Main Street in Coudersport. An elderly man is reported to have been struck.
At 6:31 pm on Saturday, Roulette Ambulance and Medic 6 have been dispatched to Laninger Creek Road for a medical emergency.
Farm Accident
At 3:50 pm on Saturday, EMS & Fire Rescue are responding to a report of a juvenile female run over by a farm wagon on the Bingham Center Road. A medical helicopter has been activated.
Lost dog in Keating Summit, PA has been reunited with it's owner.
Richard M. Knight, 79, of, Roulette, died Friday (December 30, 2011) in the Charles Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport.
He was born Mar 1, 1932 in Olean, NY. the second son of Murle D. and Grace E. Church Knight. On August 13, 1955 in Port Allegany, he married Josephine McAfee, who survives.
Mr. Knight was a 1950 graduate of Roulette High School and attended Thompson Business College, Harrisburg, PA., completing a course in business administration and higher accounting in 1952
Mr. Knight first job was bookkeeping for J.F. Brown, a welding contractor in Roulette. He was then employed as a payroll clerk with Bechtel Corporation during the construction of the gas line from Hebron, PA and Pigeon. PA. In 1953 he went to work at Central Buick Co. In Coudersport as a bookkeeper and continued until 1958 at which time he was employed by the Wellsville, Addison & Galeton RR Corp. in Galeton as a accounting clerk until 1968 at which time he worked for Robbins Chevrolet, Inc. In Coudersport as their business manager. That business was sold to Kightlingers Motors in 1978 and in 1981 he began employment at Cubic Storage Co. In Weston Mills, NY retiring in 2000. He also served as Roulette Township Secretary from 1977 through 2001.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by :
One son Jeffery Knight of St. Marys, PA
two daughters: Susan Diane Reese of Norfolk, VA, Ellen (Keith) Marie Sweat of Alpharetta, GA
Two grandchildren Michael Reese and Zachary Sweat
two brothers: Raymond Knight of Sun City AZ and Thomas A. Knight of Dawsonville, GA
There will be no visitation.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012 at 11:00 AM from the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc, Port Allegany with the Rev. Carl Greene, pastor of the 1st Seventh Day Baptist Church of Hebron officiating
Burial will be in the Fishing Creek Cemetery, Roulette, Twp.
Memorials may be made to that of the Donors Choice
Online condolence may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc, Port Allegany
Robert M. Vinelli, 53, of 686 South Ave., passed away Friday, December 30th, 2011 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.
Born September 18, 1958, in Bradford, he was a son of the late John J. and Louise E. (Piscitelli) Vinelli, Sr.
Mr. Vinelli was a 1976 graduate of Bradford Area High School. He had worked for his brother John at Vinell's Restaurant, Charlie's Pub and 6V Excavation. He had also worked for B&T Cleaning and later he was a security guard. He was a past member of the Bradford Moose Lodge.
Surviving are three brothers, John J. (Katie) Vinelli, Jr. of Bradford, David P, Vinelli of Buffalo, NY, and William C. (Veronica) Vinelli of Canyon, CO, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, an infant John Vincent Vinelli, James Vinelli and Charles Vinelli and a sister Marsha Franklin.
Family will be receiving friends on Monday, January 2, 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. East Main St. where funeral services will be held at 8:00pm with Rev. Raymond Gramata, pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating. Committal services and burial will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, January 3rd, in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford, PA 16701.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION UPDATE –
December 31, 2011
Dear Volunteers:
As we begin a new year, we are very thankful for the approximately 45 different Volunteers who have given over 1,175 hours in the construction of the Galeton House to date.
The electric service has been hooked up to the house which will enable us to use our power tools more efficiently. We are going to be working two days next week -
Thursday, January 5, 2012 and Friday, January 6, 2012. We will start at 8:00 a.m. each day.
We would like to accomplish the following:
* Hooking up several outlets for electric in the house.
* Drilling holes for electric wiring.
* Installing basement windows and door.
* Completing the siding on the exterior.
* If possible, setting the posts for the front and back porches.
* Finish insulating and studding out the basement walls.
The interior of the house will be heated. Bring your lunches - the coffee pot will be on! We hope to see you at 12 Poplar Ave. on Thursday and/or Friday. Thank you!
Jim and Charlotte Blain
The Roulette Township Public Library and recycling will be open 7 days per week from 9:00AM to 6:00PM, except on the following days:
Sunday, January 1, 2012 - CLOSED
Sunday, January 15, 2012 - Open from 12:00PM to 6:00PM.
At 10:59 am on Saturday, Coudersport Ambulance & Medic 6 have been dispatched to E. 2nd Street for a medical emergency.
ALTOONA, Pa., Dec. 30, 2011 -- All 408 Sheetz Convenience Restaurants across six states will serve customers a free 16oz cup of coffee from 4 p.m. December 31st to 4 p.m. January 1st, wishing them a Happy New Year. For Sheetz, it has been an annual tradition to give away coffee on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
"We give away free coffee as a way to say thank you and help brighten the day for people," says Stan Sheetz, president and CEO, Sheetz, Inc. "It's something we have been doing for our customers for more than 20 years."
Sheetz Coffee is made from 100 percent Arabica beans – the highest quality coffee beans you can buy – and is brewed fresh in stores 24-hours a day. Customers can choose from Sheetz Breakfast Blend, Original House Blend, Serious Dark Roast, 100 percent Columbian, Decaf, as well as selected seasonal blends.
A two car crash at the intersection of Route 44 and the South Branch Road in Hebron Township on Tuesday at 11:26 am resulted in disabling damage to both vehicles, but no injuries to their drivers.
The crash occurred as a 2007 Toyota 4 Runner driven by Raymond S. Frey, 79, of Coudersport, PA, was at the stop sign on South Branch Road at the intersection with Rt. 44 and turned left, attempting to enter Rt. 44 southbound.
Lorrie S. Jandrew, 42, of Shinglehouse, PA, was northbound on Route 44, driving a 2006 GMC Envoy, when Frey pulled out and into the path of her vehicle.
Jandrew's Envoy struck Frey's Toyota in the driver's side rear of the vehicle with the driver's side front of her vehicle. Both vehicles were disabled and towed from the scene by Blacks Auto Body and Jenigens.
Coudersport Fire Rescue responded to the scene and assisted troopers. Coudersport Ambulance was also called to the scene, but transport was not deemed necessary. Both drivers were wearing seat belts.
Frey was cited by Trooper Timothy W. Mix with a Stop & Yield Sign violation.
GIANT Food Stores and MARTIN’S Food Markets have removed Miller’s Cheese Corp. Shredded Cheese packages from its shelves due to a potential Listeria contamination.
The following products, with expiration dates of June 5, 2012 through September 4,
2012, are affected by this recall:
• Miller’s Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz., UPC 7881236950
• Miller’s Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, 8 oz., UPC 7881200910
• Haolam Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz., UPC 2663826200
• Haolam Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, 8 oz., UPC 2663800264
• Haolam Shredded Pizza Cheese, 8 oz., UPC 2663826300
At 11:43 pm on Friday, Roulette Ambulance has been dispatched to Laninger Creek Road for a medical emergency.
A Genesee man and his teenage passenger were not injured in a one car crash on the Hickox-Ulysses Road in Bingham Township on Wednesday.
Varley W. Fuller, 52, of Genesee, PA, was driving a 1997 Pontiac Grand Am north on SR 1011 at 11:00 am. As he was negotiating a left hand curve, the car began to rotate counter-clockwise. It crossed over the southbound lane and struck an embankment with the front driver side of the vehicle. It traveled south along the east embankment for about 50 feet before coming to rest.
Neither Fuller nor his 13 year old male juvenile passenger was injured in the crash.
Trooper Mark A. VanVolkenburg, who investigated, cited Fuller for (not) Driving Vehicle At Safe Speed and Immediate Notice Of Accident To Police Department in District Court 55-4-03.
Landing Zone In Norwich Township
At 9:22 pm on Friday, Norwich Township Fire Dept. has been dispatched to set up a landing zone for Stat 9 for a medical patient. STAT CANCELLED due to weather.
Police arrest man in Dollar General robbery
State College - Centre Daily Times
Police have apprehended a man in connection with a robbery at the Dollar General store in Snow Shoe.
Jared Lee Fye, 23, of Snow Shoe, was arrested by police after a brief search for a suspect wanted for robbing the Snow Shoe Dollar General, at 644 E. Sycamore St., on Thursday afternoon. More...
Structure Fire in Bradford City
At 8:48 pm on Friday, Bradford City and Bradford Township Firefighters have been dispatched to 160 Elm Street, Apartment 3, for a report of a structure fire.
Cyclone Man Waives Preliminary Hearing
A Cyclone man has waived his preliminary hearing in a case where he held police at bay for 13 hours on December 10 and 11.
27 year-old Sim
on Heffner is facing numerous charges including terroristic threats, harassment and disorderly conduct. Court records accuse Heffner of assaulting his father and threatening his family at his parents home in Cyclone. Heffner also allegedly barricaded himself in his trailer, before police used tear gas to force him out where he was later apprehended.
Port Man Sentenced to State Prison
A Port Allegany man was sentenced Thursday to one to five years in state prison for failing to keep 
up with restitution payments from a Chop Shop scheme he had pleaded guilty to in 2010.
36 year-old Jason Daugherty had previously faced three probation hearings in the case in an attempt by the court to get restitution for the sentence. McKean County Court records indicate that Daugherty owes $34,700 dollars in restitution.
Car/Semi Crash In Kane
At 7:40 pm on Friday, Kane Emergency responders have been dispatched to a 2 vehi9cle accident on S. Fraley Street. Caller reports car & semi with possibly 2 injuries.
Robert M. Vinelli, 53, of 686 South Ave., Bradford, passed away, Friday December 30, 2011 at UPMC in Pittsburgh.
Funeral arrangerments are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Lost Dog in Frost Hollow area by Phoenix Run Rd.
Liver/White Brittany
1 ½ yrs. old. Spaded w/micro chip
814-435-1094
Wearing a blaze orange hunting vest
Very friendly
$100 Reward if found
CCMH Community Cancer Presentations
To learn more about the affects of cancer, please attend one of the following presentations titled “Signs & Symptoms of Cancer and How to Manage a New Diagnosis” by Tammy Huey, CRNP, from the The Patterson Cancer Center at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital:
Tuesday, January 3, 11:30 a.m. at the Ulysses Senior Center, 522 Main Street in Ulysses.
Wednesday, January 4, 11:30 a.m. at the Galeton Senior Center, 111 Germania Street in Galeton.
Tuesday, January 10, 11:30 a.m. at the Oswayo Valley Senior Center, 106 S. Oswayo Street in Shinglehouse.
Wednesday, January 11, 11:00 a.m. at the Coudersport Senior Center, 1004 S. Main Street in Coudersport.
For further details, please call The Patterson Cancer Center at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital 814-260-5555.
Christmas pictures with Santa may be picked up Tuesday.
Coudy Santa & I will be at the old Penney’s store next Tuesday breaking down the Christmas set. Folks that have not picked up their Christmas photos can get them then, we will be there from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
Elkland and Osceola Send Tankers To Woodhull Fire
At 12:58 PM, Osceola and Elkland Fire Departments were dispatched to send tankers to the scene of a structure fire in Steuben County located at 6598 Symonds Hill Road in the Town of Woodhull. The location is directly north of Osceola.
Several other NY departments have been asked to sent tankers.
At first I was upset at my children for posting my birthday to the public, then I started hearing from so many that I haven’t been in touch with for a period of time..Plus having my family and close friends here I realized again how blessed I am, & once again my kids had a good idea..Thanks to everyone for making this the best birthday yet...
Marcia Tauscher
One Car MVA
At 5:57 pm on Thursday, Smethport Fire Rescue and Priority Care Ambulance are responding to a one vehicle accident in Farmer's Valley on Rt. 446.
A Coudersport woman was sentenced to Probation in Potter County Court of Common Pleas.
Brenda L. Crain, 45, of East Second Street, Coudersport, PA, was charged by Officer Curt L. McClain with Disorderly Conduct on June 14, 2011 when she disrupted staff and patients at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital.
President Judge Stephen P.B. Minor sentenced Crain to 12 months probation and a fine of $2oo.oo along with 15 hours of community service, recommended treatment programs at her own expense, and shall attend AA meetings.
The case was prosecuted by the Potter County District Attorney Andy Watson. Crain was represented by Public Defender Brent Petrosky.
Rollover Crash South Of Kane
At 4:39 pm on Thursday, Kane emergency responders have been dispatched to Route 66 South at the bottom of James City Hill for one vehicle rollover crash. One person is reported self-extricated.
An Austin man was sentenced to Probation in Potter County Court of Common Pleas on a charge of Simple Assault last week.
Thomas Wayne Pritt, 29, of Keating Summit Street, Austin, PA, was charged by Trooper Roger McCloskey with Simple Assault on May 8, 2011 after he struck his brother, Matthew Pritt, 26, of Keating Summit Street, in the face, causing bruising and a cut. Matthew was treated at the Charles Cole Memorial Hospital emergency room.
President Judge Stephen P. B. Minor sentenced Pritt to 12 months probation and a fine of $300.00 along with 15 hours of community service to Potter County.
The case was prosecuted by the Potter County District Attorney Andy Watson. Pritt was represented by Potter County Public Defender Brent Petrosky.
On December 5th, members of the Showstoppers 4-H Club and their leaders, Rose Hershey and Sheila Gabreski, went on a shopping trip to buy gifts for the Christmas House in Coudersport.
This is one of four community service projects that will be performed by the club for the year. Anyone interested in more information about the joining 4-H should call 814-274-8540.
Pictured are members: front row, Hunter Lauber, Kirsten Denhoff, Reese Gabreski, Kaden Hemphill. Back row, Megan Klesa, Lily Kang, Summer Lauber, Rachel Eller, Garrett Lauber, April Goerner, Katelyn Siska, Jenna Gabreski, Heather Supplee, Clayton Tarabori, Taylor Tarabori, Hailey Brown, Bryan Supplee, Faith Martin, Megan Siska and Sabrina Newton.
On December 10th, Showstoppers 4-H club donated gifts to the Christmas House in Coudersport to benefit Potter County children. Shown are Georgia Merrick and Barb Heimel, Christmas House volunteers, and Leader Rose Hershey with members Reese Gabreski, Hailey Brown (club President) and Assistant Leader, Amanda Hershey.
Natural Gas Odor
At 1:42 pm on Thursday, Bradford City Fire Dept. has been dispatched to 54 Kennedy Street for an odor of natural gas inside a building.
State Route 61 in Shamokin closed due to oil spill
Motorists in Northumberland County are advised that SR 61 is being closed at the scene of a oil spill in Shamokin at this hour.
SR 61 is being closed between SR 125 and Shamokin St. in Shamokin.
The oil spill is affecting a half-mile section of the roadway. Emergency responders are on the scene for cleanup operations.
The closure is expected to be in place for a number of hours.
Shirley L. Miller, Age 76, of 116 Franklin St., Westfield, PA, passed away December 26, 2011.
She was born Feb. 10, 1935 in Austin, MN. the daughter of Preston and Katherine Hagen Bowers.
She was a secretary in the Physical Therapy Dept. at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hosp. Wellsboro, PA. and a member of St. John's Episcopal Church, Westfield, PA.
She is survived by:Husband, Robert; Children, Robert J. (Deborah) Miller, Oklahoma City, Ok. Jill (Kevin) Carpenter, Schertz, TX. Bruce (Carmen) Gridley, Fort Washington, MD; nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren; sisters, Doreene Uzuanis, Brookfield, FL, Patsy (Lavone) Hove, Brookfield, FL, Karen Miles, Brookfield, FL, Barbara (Herman) Barfield, Caddo Mills, TX, Judie (Roland) LaMotte, Brookfield, FL, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her son Kirk Gridley of Hollywood, CA.
Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA, Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, December 31, 2011 at St. Johns Episcopal Church, Westfield, PA. at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Joseph McNamara, officiating. Burial will be in Germania Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Johns Episcopal Church Window Fund, 205 Elm St., Westfield, PA. 16950.
Charles R. Hogue, 69, of 35 Babcock Road, Bradford, PA, passed away, Wednesday, December 28th, 2011 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born June 18, 1942, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Gerald E. and Erma A. (Avery) Hogue.
On August 4, 1962 in Allegany, NY, he married Elaine M. (Dinger) Hogue who survives.
Mr. Hogue was a 1960 graduate of Bradford High School. He had worked at Kendall-Witco Refinery for 31 years and then for Graham Packaging. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and bowling. He was an avid wine maker and enjoyed working in his garden and around his house. He loved spending time with his family.
In addition to his wife of 49 years he is survived by three daughters: Susan (Joel) Mong, Sherrie (Scott Bennett) Hogue, and Lynn (Joe) Lamberson all of Bradford; one son,Scott (Amanda) Hogue of Broadway, NC; two sisters, Nancy Hogue of Altoona, and Linda (John) Coles of Cottonwood, AZ; a sister in law, Cathy Hogue of Anderson, SC, ten grandchildren, one great grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Bruce Hogue who died December 27, 2011 and one grandson Nicholas Hogue.
Friends are invited to call on Friday, December 30, 2011, from 6:00 to 8:00pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. East Main St., where funeral and committal services will be held at 11:00am, Saturday, December 31st, with Rev. Robert Brest, Pastor, of the First Free Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to charity of the donor's choice.
On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
DEP Accepting Applications for Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards
HARRISBURG -- The Department of Environmental Protection is encouraging environmentally-conscious businesses and organizations to apply for the 2012 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award.
“This award is a gem because it recognizes environmental innovation, which makes a business or organization more competitive and efficient,” DEP Secretary Mike Krancer said. “The winners are creating a brighter and cleaner future for all Pennsylvanians. We want to showcase them as role models and say, ‘Thank you.’ ”
The award is open to any Pennsylvania business, government agency, educational institution, individual or farm that has created or participated in the development of a project that promotes environmental stewardship and economic development in the state.
Eligible projects include environmental technology innovation, clean energy innovation, pollution prevention and resource efficiency, community revitalization, environmental education or outreach, watershed stewardship, and mine safety, among others.
Projects will be evaluated based on applicants’ demonstration of how their project will protect the environment, teamwork, public service, environmental education and outreach, pollution prevention, economic impact - including potential job creation, and the use of innovation technology.
The project must have been completed between Aug. 1, 2010, and July 31, 2011. While each candidate may submit only one application for a particular project, companies with multiple facilities may submit an application for each facility.
Projects that have previously received a Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence are not eligible for this award, though past winners may submit applications for new projects for consideration.
Each project will be reviewed by a committee of DEP employees. Recipients of the award will be honored during an evening reception and the winning projects will also be listed on DEP’s website.
Applications for the award can be accessed at www.dep.state.pa.us under the “Public Participation” tab by clicking the link “Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence.”
Projects should be submitted by 5 p.m. on Jan. 30, 2012, via email to RA-EPgovenviroawards@pa.gov.
For assistance with completing the application, please call 717-783-8727.
Travel Advisory
Route 15 NB lane restriction south of I-80 in Union County
Motorists traveling Route 15 northbound in northern Union County are asked to be alert for a lane restriction from PA 642 in West Milton to New Columbia.
The right lane will be closed as a PennDOT crew will conduct shoulder cutting.
Blood donations typically decline over the holidays, at the same time demand traditionally grows for blood to help accident victims, cancer patients and individuals undergoing surgery. One donated pint of blood can save up to three lives. Community Blood Bank services Charles Cole Memorial Hospital and many other regional health care institutions.
All donors who turn out on Thursday will receive a gift. Five donors each hour will win a coupon book valued at more than $25, redeemable at a local retailer. More information on the Thursday’s blood drive is available from Lora Cope at 570-789-4026 or 1-877-842-0631. General information on blood donation is available at 1-877-842-0631, or online here.
A Roulette woman who provided information to police that resulted in an arrest of a man at the same address in a domestic incident has been charged with giving false information to authorities.
On November 1, 2011 at 18 Second Street in Roulette, Jennifer Flynn, 38, of 52 Second Street, Roulette, provided State Police with information on a domestic incident that occurred at 8:00 pm that evening.
As a result of that information, Kenneth Rushmore, 39, of 52 Second Street, Roulette was arrested and charged with Simple Assault.
Trooper Kocher of the Coudersport Station wrote in a news release that Flynn was found to have provided false information regarding the alleged domestic violence incident. Charges of False Reports To Law Enforcement Authorities and Unsworn Falsification To Authorities are pending against Flynn in District Court 55-4-01.
A Shinglehouse man wasn't hurt, but now he's facing Hit & Run charges in District Court after an eventful exit from the Shinglehouse Legion parking lot off Route 44 in Sharon Township.
Samuel F. Mesler Jr., 45, of Shinglehouse, PA, was apparently having trouble navigating his 2003 Chevrolet CK 1500 when he left the American Legion parking lot at 3:00 am last Saturday morning.
Trooper Neil R. Fausey, who investigated, said the crash occurred as Mesler was departing the parking lot, when his vehicle contacted the Legion building on the west side. Then the vehicle drove through the yard of the Legion, hitting a wooden fence attached to the Legion, continued easterly through the Legion yard, where it hit a UGI gas meter in the Legion yard near the roadway.
Response Slightly Delayed As Medic Unit Hits Deer
At 4:20 am on December 24 th, Paramedic Charlotte L. Nelson, 44, of Roulette, PA, was responding to an emergency call in Roulette, when a deer entered the roadway in front of the westbound 2008 GMC Yukon Medic 6 Unit on Route 6 in the area of Potter Pak.
Nelson was unable to avoid striking the whitetail. She was wearing her seatbelt and was not injured, but she had to call the Roulette Ambulance personnel to come and get her and take her to the call, as the medic unit had been disabled and was leaking fluids.
State Police, who were also en route to the call, and Roulette Firefighters, helped her get the dead deer out of the roadway.
They continued to the original call.
A Bradford man was moderately injured Wednesday afternoon at 4:36 pm when he swerved his vehicle to avoid hitting a stopped car in front of him, and instead struck a house and sheared off a gas meter allowing natural gas to escape into the air.
Richard B. Green, 69, of Bradford, PA, was transported by Bradford City Ambulance to Bradford Regional Health Center, after he was removed from the crashed vehicle. State Police described his injuries as moderate.
In a news release, Trooper Daniel J. Woods wrote that the crash occurred as Green's 2006 Chrysler 300 was traveling north on Rt. 219 in Lewis Run Borough when Green attempted to stop for a car that was stopped in front of him. Knowing he was not going to be able to stop, he swerved the car to the right, left the roadway and struck the residence located at 1459 South Avenue.
Green was wearing a seat belt. Lewis Run Volunteer Fire Dept. closed the road for a short time while they extricated Green from the vehicle and managed to shut off the gas line. Natural Fuel Gas was called to the scene.
Green was cited for (not) Driving Vehicle At Safe Speed. Clayt's Towing removed the vehicle.
FRIENDSHIP, NY - Joseph J. Cwiklinski, 72, of 8141 Stewart Road, passed away Saturday (Dec. 24, 2011) at Rochester General Hospital after a brief illness related to cancer.
Joe was born at home in Sloan on Sept. 22, 1939. He was the son of Irene Bednark and Stanley Cwiklinski II. Upon graduation from Bolivar Central School he was employed as a draftsman at Clark Bros. He later joined the navy, retiring after 23 years as an honored career diesel submariner. He served his country in the Vietnam War as a chief radioman. The family then retired in Friendship after moving from coast to coast. He worked several years at the Friendship Dairies as a maintenance director. He later retired from the YMCA as the facilities director.
Joe's life centered around his family. He always had a child in tow. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Joe traveled across the country camping and boating with his family. He enjoyed country music and dancing. His hobbies also included being a ham radio operator; his call sign was N2QZQ. He was a foster parent, a 4-H leader, and he worked avidly with scouting. He touched the hearts of the people whose paths he crossed. He will be remembered with love and smiles.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Connie (Stockman) Cwiklinski, and the three children they raised together, son, Jeffrey (Marsha) Cwiklinski of Friendship; two daughters, Jody Graham of Portville and Jennifer (Albert) Pacer of Richburg; grandchildren, Stephanie (Doug) Crawford, Stephen Graham, Samantha (Brian) Nichols, Nicholas Graham, Jonathan, Jason and Jessica Cwiklinski, Allison, Bradley and Kelsey Pacer; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Dylan, Benjamin and Joshua Crawford; several nieces and nephews; two brothers, Stanley (Lois) Cwiklinski III of Yorkshire and Quentin (Debbie) Sexton of Olean; and two sisters, Melonie Sexton of Olean and Michele (Bill) Sibble of Wellsville.
He was predeceased by a sister, Marta Calgren, and his mother, Irene.
Friends may call at the Truesdell Funeral Home in Friendship from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday (Dec. 29, 2011) at St. Andrews Episcopal Church. Committal services will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery. The Rev. Marian Schneider of Friendship, associate priest of Allegany County Episcopal Ministries, will officiate. Memorials may be made to Hope Lodge, 1120 S. Goodman St., Rochester.
PENNVEST, DEP Announce First Nutrient Credit Trading Auction for 2012
Harrisburg - The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority and the Department of Environmental Protection announced today they will host an auction March 21, 2012, for the sale and purchase of nutrient credits in the Susquehanna and Potomac watersheds.
The auction will be a “forward” auction, where certified credits will be sold at auction, delivered later and applied to 2012 and future compliance years. The auction will afford wastewater treatment plants in these two watersheds the opportunity to purchase credits as a means of meeting their nitrogen and phosphorus discharge limits for the compliance years.
The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) is hosting the auctions to encourage the trading of nutrient credits in the Susquehanna and Potomac watersheds. DEP’s nutrient credit trading program provides a cost-effective means for facilities that are subject to nitrogen and phosphorus limits to meet those limits by working with other facilities, non-point sources or both.
PENNVEST has chosen Markit Inc. to provide the platform for enrollment and eligibility, auctions and registry services. Markit, a financial information services company, has provided operations and infrastructure services to environmental programs worldwide.
PENNVEST anticipates charging buyers and sellers 2.5 cents per credit to offset administrative costs.
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BOLIVAR, NY - John E. Brooks, 81, of 579 S. Main St., passed away Sunday (Dec. 25, 2011) at the Wellsville Manor Care Center following a lengthy illness.
Born Jan. 24, 1930, in Canton, Ohio, he was a son of Matilda Handmore. On April 24, 1954, in Olean, he married the former Maryanne Riehle, who survives.
John was a veteran of the Korean War, serving with the U.S. Army.
He was employed by the former Clark Bros. in Olean, later Dresser-Rand, from 1952 to 1988 as a machine operator and inspector.
He was a member of Kenyon Andrus American Legion Post 772, of Bolivar, St. Stephen's Club of Olean, 40 Coachman Camping Club, Richburg Rod & Gun Club and Union Local 4601 United Steelworkers of Olean.
He enjoyed hunting.
Surviving besides his wife are four children, Barbara (Donald) Pitts, of Randolph, Beverly Becker, of Plano, Texas, Judy Padilla, of Virginia Beach, Va., and George Brooks, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a brother, Willard (Sandy) Handmore, of Olean,
He was predeceased by a brother, Robert Handmore.
Friends may call at the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar, on Thursday (Dec. 29,, 2011) from 4 to 7 p.m., at which time funeral services will be held with Deacon Frank Pasquale officiating. Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery, Allegany.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Church, 111 Wellsville St., Bolivar, N.Y., 14715; or the Alzheimer's Association of WNY, 2805 Wehrle Drive, Suite 6, Williamsville, N.Y., 14221-7380.
ELDRED, PA - Richard B. Mason of 5506 Route 446, Eldred, passed away Friday (December 23, 2011) in the Olean General Hospital emergency room.
Born September 17, 1921 in Scio, he was the son of the late Francis and Idella Fowler Mason. He married the former Reta J. Hewitt, who survives.
Ken had resided here since 1961 and was a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Army Air Corps.
He owned and operated his own oil lease for many years. In addition to his wife, Reta, he is survived by two sons, Ernest Mason, of Bradford, and John (Allison) Mason, of Cuba; seven grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, and a sister, Eleanor Mason.
At Mr. Mason's request, there will be no visitation or service.
Internment will be at the convenience of the family in the Lamphier Cemetery in Eldred.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home Inc., Portville, N.Y.
ELDRED — Lila M. LaBella, 86, of Eldred, passed away Tuesday (Dec. 27, 2011) at her residence following a lengthy illness. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred.
EMS & Rescue units are responding along with a medical helicopter for a land rescue for a logger who was hurt in the woods near Rt. 184 & Frenchtown Road near Cogan House.
6:32 PM--HELICOPTER AIRBORNE
STRUCTURE FIRE-COMM-INDUST
Address: 227 BARTON ST
City: EMPORIUM
Cross Streets: TAYLOR ST
Agency: CAMERON CO 14 FD; Emporium Ambulance
12/28/2011 4:45:36 PM
FIRE IS REPORTED OUT--FIREFIGHTERS ARE CHECKING FOR POSSIBLE HOT SPOTS
STRUCTURE FIRE-COMM-INDUST
Address: 227 BARTON ST
City: EMPORIUM
Cross Streets: TAYLOR ST
Industrial Fire involving titanium
Agency: ELK CO HAZMAT TEAM
12/28/2011 4:59:19 PM
AT 6:35 PM--TRANSPORTING ONE PATIENT TO ELK REGIONAL FROM SCENE.
At 7:30 pm--Command Terminated Company 14 returning
Diann P. Walker, 71, of 5709 Cemetery Hill Rd., Belmont, NY, passed away, Wednesday, December 28th, 2011 at the Bradford Manor.
Born April 3, 1940, in Wilmington, Del, she was a daughter of the late Leonard and Laura (Pierce) Passwater.
She is survived by her companion of over 40 years, Malcom J. Campbell with whom she resided. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
One Vehicle Rollover Crash
At 3:51 pm on Wednesday, Rew Fire Dept. & Bradford City Ambulance have been dispatched to the base of Looker Mountain Trail for a one vehicle rollover crash. One person is reported self extricated with a head injury.
STRUCTURE FIRE AT HOSS'S IN KITCHEN
Address: 118 HALLER RD
City: ST_MARYS
Cross Streets: S SAINT MARYS ST
KITCHEN FIRE REPORTED OUT--MUCH SMOKE IN STRUCTURE, FIREFIGHTERS MOPPING UP SMOULDERING ITEMS, VENTILATING THE BUILDING.
Agency: ELK COMPANY 1 FD
12/28/2011 2:59:45 PM
At 2:35 pm on Wednesday, Coudersport Ambulance & Medic 6 have been dispatched to the old Elm Road off Olmstead Road for a medical emergency.
Charles R. Hogue, 69, of 35 Babcock Road, Bradford, passed away Wednesday December 28, 2011 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Car In Ditch North of Turtlepoint
At 12:52 pm on Wednesday, Eldred Township Fire Dept. has been dispatched for traffic control on Rt. 155 near Newell Creek Road for a report of a car in the ditch, no injuries.
12:56 pm--RECALLED
Vehicle Rollover Crash
At 12:32 pm on Wednesday, Port Allegany Fire & EMS has been dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on Rt. 155 near the Huss Farm in Turtlepoint.
Reported 2 occupants self extricated.
Updated New Release With Corrected Lot Numbers Petrus Feed and Seed Stores, Inc. recalls its 21% Dog Food
Petrus Feed and Seed Stores, Inc. recalls its 21% Dog Food
Green Cedar Dairy Announces the Recall of All Natural Ackawi Cheese and All Natural Chives Cheese with a sell by date up to July 1, 2012 due to Possible Listeria Contamination
O’Neal’s Feeders Supply, Inc. Recalls Arrow Brand Dry Dog Food
At 1:15 am on Wednesday, Shinglehouse Ambulance has been dispatched to Honeoye Street for a medical emergency.
At 12:45 am on Wednesday, Coudersport Ambulance has been dispatched to Liberty Lane for a medical emergency.
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE STATE COLLEGE PA
1145 PM EST TUE DEC 27 2011
DUE TO SIGNIFICANT RAINFALL THIS EVENING AND TEMPERATURES DROPPING TO AND BELOW FREEZING...
EXPECT ICY CONDITIONS OVERNIGHT AND THROUGH THE FIRST HALF OF THE MORNING.
PAVEMENT THAT LOOKS WET COULD BE BLACK ICE SO USE PRECAUTION.
| 12/27/2011 | 8:18 PM | FIRE / STRUCTURE | 3084 BUTTER CREEK RD | OSWAYO TWP |
WELLSVILLE —On Dec. 25, 2011, Robert J.G. Whelpley of Sun City West, Arizona, was called to the Lord’s house after a brief illness. His wife and daughter were with him at the time of his death.
Robert was born on Nov. 5, 1929, to William and Marion (Senft) Whelpley in Wellsville. He graduated from Wellsville High School. On Nov. 11, 1950 he married Agatha Wasserloos (Bunny), who survives him.
Bob’s interest in agriculture and hard work ethic led him to start farming on Voorhees Hill in Wellsville while still in high school.
Also, he was honored with many Future Farmer awards and was recognized nationally by the American Agriculturalist as “American Farmer of the Year.”
After graduation, he became a dairy farmer on Trapping Brook Road in Andover, where he and Bunny would start a family. He went to work for Paul Culbert and Sons for several years and then purchased the John Deere dealership in 1958. He owned and operated Whelpley Implement Company in Wellsville until 1982, when he sold the business and retired. Mr. and Mrs. Whelpley officially relocated to Sun City West in 1988 and enjoyed many wonderful days with their new friends.
Bob was an individual who did not make public showings of his compassion but preferred to do his good deeds in private. He loaned people equipment and tools they needed in an emergency. He gave to individuals and organizations to help them, always without the desire for recognition.
Bob and Bunny attended church regularly, first at First Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wellsville, and for many years at the Crown of Life Lutheran Church in Sun City West, Ariz.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Bunny; sons, Dr. Robert (Joan) Whelpley of Almond, Dennis (Deborah) Whelpley of Sackets Harbor, John (Karen) Whelpley of Olean and their daughter Dr. Janet Whelpley of Syracuse. Bob also has five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, William Whelpley, and a son, David Whelpley.
There will be no visitation and a private family service will be scheduled later at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to Gideon’s International or the Salvation Army.
Possible Structure Fire
At 7:46 pm on Tuesday, Kane Fire Dept. has been dispatched to a possible structure fire at 327 Haines Street in Kane.
Rollover Crash On Rt. 6 Near Kane
At 7:43 pm on Tuesday, Kane Fire Rescue and Ambulance have been dispatched to Rt. 6, 2 miles from the Country Club for a one vehicle rollover crash. Occupant reported self-extricated.
Responders reporting slippery road conditions.
Nancy M. Umbenhauer, 78, of 15 Oak Grove Lane, Emporium died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys on Tuesday, (December 27, 2011) afternoon.
She was born December 22, 1933 in Emporium a daughter of the late Charles and Margaret Stumpff Rutz.
On July 4, 1953 at Camp Atterbury, Indiana she married the late Robert W. Umbenhauer.
Mrs. Umbenhauer graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1951 and the Bradford School of Nursing in the class of 1954. She retired from Guy and Mary Felt Manor, where she worked from 1971 to 2001. She was the nursing supervisor and later became the administrator and held that position for many years. Early in her career she worked for Dr. Joseph Blackburns office, at Sylvania and several other facilities. She had been a member of the former Guy and Mary Felt Manor Auxilliary.
Surviving
Daughter: Candice Graham, Emporium
Son: Clifford R. Umbenhauer, Emporium
Son: Charles J. Umbenhauer, Emporium
2 Granddaughters: Shelby and L. Tacey Umbenhauer
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Charles and Margaret Stumpff Rutz
Husband: Robert W. Umbenhauer who died April 2, 1990
Granddaughter: Rebecca Umbenhauer
2 Sisters: Betty Higgins and Rose Kalisz
Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Thursday from 4-7 PM.
Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium on Friday, December 30, 2011 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Rock Pifer, Pastor, Free Methodist Church, officiating.
Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium.
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
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