Saturday, October 24, 2020
COVID-19 Statistic Update Friday, October 23, 2020
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Positive Cases Update from Knights Creek Church Gathering
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Positive Cases Update from Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center October 23, 2020
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Blossburg Dispatched For Hunter Fallen From A Tree Stand
At 5:44 PM on Saturday, Blossburg Fire & EMS have been dispatched for a land rescue of a hunter fallen from a tree stand in the woods off the Welch Mountain Road.
6:40 PM--Mansfield & Liberty dispatched with UTV & manpower.
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A Thank You From The Roulette TWP. Library
The Roulette Township Library would like to extend a very big thank-you to everyone who helped to make our Book Sale and Basket Raffle a good success. We really appreciate the help.
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10/24/2020 05:39:00 PM
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Allegany County FREE COVID-19 Rapid Drive-Up Testing Site Sunday, October 25, 2020
Because of the overwhelming response to the drive up clinic today, the Allegany County Department of Health in collaboration with the New York State Department of Health, will be providing another FREE COVID-19 Rapid Drive-Up Testing Clinic at the BOCES Center in Belmont, tomorrow, Sunday, October 25, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
No appointment is necessary. If there is a large response again tomorrow, you may only get swabbed at the site and then called with your results later in the day.
- You will need to bring photo ID for anyone being tested.
- This is a drive-up clinic. You will remain in your car for testing. Please leave your windows up. You will be given instructions upon arrival.
- Please do NOT bring other individuals in the car, who are not getting tested.
- Please be prepared to return directly home and go into isolation after the test if you or a family member tests positive for COVID-19.
Stop the Spread of COVID-19. Get tested.
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10/24/2020 05:05:00 PM
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Police Investigating Report Of Child Calling For Help from the Woods
At 4:41 PM on Saturday, Police have been dispatched to the area of 2992 SR305 in Clarksville, NY for a report of a child calling for help from the woods across the road from that address.
Police report the child was stuck up a tree but has since been able to get down and exit the woods. Everything is ok there.
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10/24/2020 04:51:00 PM
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Gary John DeFrain, 61, of 20350 Bennetts Valley Highway, Byrnedale, PA
Gary John DeFrain
Gary John DeFrain, 61, of 20350 Bennetts Valley Highway, Byrnedale, PA, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 23, 2020, at Penn Highlands DuBois, after a brief illness.
He was born December 3, 1958, in St. Marys, son of the late Charles L. and Louise Spangler DeFrain. Gary was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1977.
He was a retired employee of St. Marys Tool and Die, retiring in 2018.
On October 19, 1990, in Force, Gary married Jayne Sidelinger, who survives. He is also survived by two sons: Michael DeFrain of St. Marys and Gary DeFrain, Jr., at home; a sister, Denise Sennett and her husband James of Kersey; two brothers: Jeffrey C. DeFrain and his wife Mary Lee of St. Marys and Scott T. DeFrain and his wife Charlene of Kersey; his family fur friend, Maxwell; and by nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Gary was a member of the John M. Reed Masonic Lodge #536. He was also a member of the Fox Township Volunteer Fire Department and Ambulance Association. Additionally, Gary was a member of the Olympic Athletic Club, the American Legion Post #948, the IP & S Club, the Pulaski Club, and the Scrub Masters Club.
Gary loved smoking cheese and pepperoni for his family and friends to enjoy. He could often be found enjoying a few beers with his friends at the campground. His hobbies included hunting with his boys and friends, fishing, and most of all camping with his family and friends. Gary had a very outgoing personality which his many friends will attest to.
There will be no visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service to be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday, October 30, 2020, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Ginger Gardner officiating.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Hahne Regional Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801, or to the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, Penn Highlands DuBois, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801.
Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
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10/24/2020 04:46:00 PM
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Arlene G. SWORT, 89, formerly of Whitesville, NY
Arlene G. SWORT
Arlene G. SWORT, 89, formerly of Whitesville, NY, died Saturday, October 24, 2020 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
A Memorial Service will be held in 2021 after travel restrictions are lifted. A
rrangements will be announced by Mulholland-Crowell Funeral Home, Wellsville, NY.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to March of Dimes at www.marchofdimes.org, Hart Comfort House, 141 E. State St., Wellsville, NY 14895, Manor Hills for patient activity fund, 4192-B Bolivar Road, Wellsville, NY 14895,Whitesville Ladies Auxiliary, P.O. Box 82, Whitesville, NY 14897, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
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10/24/2020 04:36:00 PM
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Andover Dispatched For ATV Rollover Accident
At 4:07 PM on Saturday, Andover Fire & EMS have been dispatched to 1693 Jones Road for an ATV rollover with one patient injured. Air Medical has been requested to a LZ near the scene
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10/24/2020 04:15:00 PM
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Weekend Events
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10/24/2020 12:06:00 PM
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Robert C. TEARS, 85, of Ulysses, PA
Robert C. TEARS
Robert C. TEARS, 85, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, October 22, 2020 in UPMC Hamot, Erie.
Born April 23, 1935, in Penn Yan, NY, he was the son of Francis X. and A. Whilma Crane Tears. On May 10, 2009, in Big Sandy, MT, he married the former Judith A. Avery, who survives.
A US Army Veteran, he served honorably
from 1954 – 1957.
A 1961 graduate of Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, he was employed as a certified airframe and power plant mechanic with inspector authorization, commercial pilot, and flight instructor.
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Residing in Alaska for 30 years and Montana for nine years, he retired to Ulysses in 2011.
In addition to his wife, Judy, he is survived by a step-son, Russell (Nancy) Ferguson of Kotzebue, AK.
Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, NY.
Memorials may be made to the Experimental Aircraft Association, P.O. Box 3086, Oshkosh, WI, 54903-3086 or at www.eaa.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
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10/24/2020 11:56:00 AM
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Median Work Along Interstate 180 in Lycoming County Starts Next Week
Montoursville, PA – Motorists who travel Interstate 180 between the Route 87 overpass in Fairfield Township and the Lycoming / Northumberland County line are advised that work will be performed in the median beginning next week.
On Monday, October 26 through Friday, November 6, Penn Line Service, Inc., will be collecting soil borings in the median at multiple locations along Interstate 180. Traffic should not be impacted, but motorists are reminded to be alert for vehicles and workers along the median.
This work is part of a high-tension cable barrier project that will take place at this location next year. No work will be performed during weekends. Work will be performed during daylight hours. Work is expected to be completed on Friday, November 6, weather permitting.
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10/24/2020 10:48:00 AM
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Dorwin D. Knapp, 89, of Route 155, Port Allegany, PA
Dorwin D. Knapp
Dorwin D. Knapp, 89, of Route 155, Port Allegany, PA, passed away peacefully Wednesday (Oct. 21, 2020) in his home, surrounded by his family.
Born December 21, 1930, in Liberty Township, Pennsylvania, he was a son of Edward M. and Evelyne E. Bailey Knapp. On June 4, 1956, in Port Allegany, he married Maxine V. Minard, who survives. They were married 64 years.
Dorwin had been employed with Wyman Chemical Co. formerly of Port Allegany, Olean Tile Co., Olean, NY, and post recently with Pierce Glass Co. of Port Allegany, before his retirement.
He was a veteran of the Korean War, having served with the US Army. Dorwin was a member of Grace Chapel Fellowship, Farmers Valley. He guided and encouraged all his sons in their scouting programs. Each son achieved Eagle Scout, in the Boy Scouts of America.
Surviving are four sons, Duran D. (Peggy) Knapp of Coudersport, Darcy W. (Laurie) Knapp of Korean War Veteran
Port Allegany, Darin J. (Jane) Knapp of Chapel Hill, NC, and Danylee M. (Crystal Tanner) Knapp of Smethport; eight grandchildren: Steven S. Knapp, Jarod M. (Moriah) Knapp, Eli C. (Lauren) Knapp, Chelsie L. Knapp, Brandy C. (Brian) Benson, Tara J. Knapp, Jacob M. Knapp, and Hannah L. Knapp; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Delancy E. Knapp, two brothers, Edward and Richard Knapp; and a sister, Rosalee “Rosie” Lewis.
Friends will be received from 1-4 p.m. Monday (Oct. 26, 2020) in Grace Chapel Fellowship , Farmers Valley, where a private funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. with Rev. Jerry Stauffer, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Knapp Family Cemetery, Port Allegany. The Port Allegany Honor Guard will conduct a military service immediately following the funeral service at the church.
Due to the pandemic conditions, friends & family are to recognize social distancing and wearing a mask. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to:
Maxine V. Knapp, 2930 Route 155, Port Allegany, PA 16743
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10/24/2020 10:43:00 AM
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FALL TURKEY SEASON TO BEGIN
Pennsylvania’s fall turkey season kicks off Saturday, Oct. 31 in 19 of Pennsylvania’s 23 Wildlife Management Units (WMUs), with more fall turkey hunting – including the return of a three-day Thanksgiving season – around the corner in much of the state. While fall turkey hunting occurs in most of the state, there is no fall season in WMUs 5C or 5D, and season lengths differ in different WMUs. Hunters are advised the three-day Thanksgiving season to be held in 12 WMUs this year will run Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
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10/24/2020 10:41:00 AM
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Earl F. Doucette, 64, of Church St., Port Allegany, PA
Earl F. Doucette
Earl F. Doucette, 64, of Church St., Port Allegany, PA, passed away unexpectedly Sunday (Oct. 18, 2020) in his home.
Born December 2, 1955, in Central Falls, RI, he was a son of Joseph A. and Theresa George Doucette. On Dec. 27, 1978, in Pawtucket, RI, he married Sharon L. Abel, who survives.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served with the US Marine Corps. Earl had worked as truck driver with the Garlick Diary Co. of Woonsocket, RI, and a carpenter with Art Buzzier Construction Co. of Cumberland, RI, before retiring. He attended the Chestnut Street Baptist Church of Port Allegany.
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Surviving in addition to his wife, Sharon, are his mother-in-law, Carol D. Abel of Port Allegany;
two brothers, Joseph (Paula) Doucette of Woonsocket, RI, Alfred (Lin) Doucette of Port Saint Lucie, FL; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and father-in-law, Dean Abel.
Friends will be received from 5-6 p.m. Friday (Oct. 23, 2020) in the Chestnut Street Baptist Church, where a Celebration of Life service will be held at 6 p.m. with Rev. Douglas J. Cameron, pastor, officiating. The Port Allegany Honor Guard will conduct a military service immediately following the service at the church.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to:
Sharon L. Doucette, 86 Church St., Port Allegany, PA 16743
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10/24/2020 10:35:00 AM
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Mansfield Dispatched To Crash on Route 6
At 10:20 PM on Saturday, Mansfield Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Route 6 near the Rice Road in Richmond Township for a one vehicle crash with one unresponsive occupant.
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10/24/2020 10:23:00 AM
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EMMF THANKS WARD MANUFACTURING FOR SUPPORT
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10/24/2020 10:16:00 AM
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE SATURDAY, NOV. 7 NRA BASIC PISTOL CLASS
Because of the overwhelming number of inquiries she is receiving, the Lambs Creek Sportsman’s Club has approved Instructor Marilyn Jones' request to hold another National Rifle Association Basic Pistol Shooting Course at its facility in Mansfield. The class is being offered from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 at the pistol range at the Lambs Creek Sportsman’s Club at 339 Sportsman's Club Road, Mansfield, Pa.
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10/24/2020 10:13:00 AM
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PA Wilds Center announces development of new regional ecommerce infrastructure to support rural entrepreneurs
WARREN – This time next year, the nonprofit PA Wilds Center plans to pilot an online marketplace where consumers can buy authentic local products made in the PA Wilds region by a variety of nonprofits and small businesses.
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10/24/2020 10:12:00 AM
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Seneca Highlands CTC's Coudersport Student of the Week is Isaac Burr
Seneca Highlands CTC's Student of the Week is Isaac Burr. Isaac is a senior at Coudersport Area High School, he is a third year student at the CTC in the Culinary Arts program. Isaac has great leadership skills and always sets good examples for his peers.
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10/24/2020 10:06:00 AM
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Lisa Kay VanKurin, 66, Of Wellsville PA.
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10/24/2020 09:49:00 AM
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Book Sale And Raffle At The roulette Library
BOOK SALE and BASKET RAFFLE at the Roulette Library 10:00 - 3:00
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10/24/2020 09:40:00 AM
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Headline Harrisburg by Rep. Matt Gabler
One of the best parts of my job as state representative is meeting some incredible people!
I recently presented citations to two wonderful women in celebration of their historic birthdays - 100-year-old Angeline Cheslock (pictured above) and 107-year-old Sophia Simko (pictured below).
The honor and pleasure is ours, ladies!
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We all owe a debt of gratitude to the men and women who serve and have served our country. If you are a veteran who is planning to or has already retired from the military, one of the most important things you need to do is file your DD Form 214 with the county prothonotary’s office. This information verifies your military service for benefits, retirement, employment, and membership in veterans' organizations. If you need help securing this valuable piece of military documentation, please click here to get going in the right direction. |
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Attention Farmers and Small Business Owners
If you are a farmer or small business owner with 100 or fewer full-time employees, you are eligible for energy efficiency and pollution prevention grants through the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's Small Business Advantage Grant program. Businesses can apply for 50% matching funds for equipment or materials, up to $7,000, when adopting energy-efficient or pollution prevention equipment or processes. Applications are considered on a first come, first served basis, and will be accepted until fiscal year 2020-21 funds are exhausted, or Monday, April 12, 2021. Please click here for more information and an application. |
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10/24/2020 09:26:00 AM
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A Message From The McKean County Republican Committee
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10/24/2020 01:00:00 AM
Port Allegany Moose Lodge Rib Fest October 25th
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10/24/2020 01:00:00 AM
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The Summit TWP. Meeting Will Be On November 2nd At 6
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10/24/2020 12:30:00 AM
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Health Ride Is Hiring A Transportation Dispatcher
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10/24/2020 12:30:00 AM
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Dickinson Is Hiring for a Part Time Position To Help Consumers With Disabilities
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10/24/2020 12:30:00 AM
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Schott Associates Eye Care Is Looking To Hire A Full Time Office Associate
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10/24/2020 12:00:00 AM
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LLoyd Burkhouse Auctions Huge On Site Auction On October 24th and 25th In Kane PA
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10/24/2020 12:00:00 AM
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A Message From The McKean County Republican Committee
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10/24/2020 12:00:00 AM
Lakeview Is Hiring For A Dietary Aid/Cook
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Friday, October 23, 2020
PSP Emporium Seeking Information For Intentional Debris Fires In Gibson TWP.
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10/23/2020 08:13:00 PM
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PSP Emporium Investigating A Burglary In Grove TWP.
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10/23/2020 08:11:00 PM
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Investigation Continues For Theft Of A Ladder In Keating TWP.
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10/23/2020 08:10:00 PM
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Terroristic Threat Investigation Ongoing In Sweden TWP.
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10/23/2020 08:08:00 PM
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Charges To Be Filed For Dui In Hebron TWP.
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10/23/2020 08:07:00 PM
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