With Saturday’s figures not yet released by the Pa. Dept. of Health, there have been 137 more cases and six more COVID-related fatalities this week.
Totals now stand at 2,933 cases with 86 deaths.
At the same time, the county’s vaccination rate lags far behind the statewide average. Despite frequent advisories from public health officials, relatively few Potter County residents are being vaccinated this month. Some 46 percent (7,142 people) of those 5 and older have now received at least one dose.
Statewide, the figure is more than 80 percent. UPMC Cole offers the vaccine to eligible patients at its outpatient offices. Buchanan Brothers Pharmacy in Coudersport administers the vaccine by appointment; call 814-274-8660. Rite Aid pharmacies continue to book appointments. To access the online reservation form, click here.
As of Friday, UPMC Cole was treating eight COVID patients, with two undergoing intensive care and one dependent on a ventilator.
Public health officials are concerned about a decline in the number of people being tested for the coronavirus. Testing is available at local pharmacies and at UPMC Cole. A new federally subsidized program allows Americans to obtain COVID-19 at-home test kits by mail. Details are available here.
Lloyd R. “Buster” Daniels, Jr., 75, of Roulette, PA passed away Wednesday (Jan. 26, 2022) in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born July 6, 1946, in Mount Pleasant, PA, he was a son of Lloyd R. and Mary E. Eicher Daniels. On Sept. 23, 1972, in Eldred, he married Karen M. Winston, who survives. They were married 49 years.
He was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1965. Vietnam War Veteran
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served in the US Navy.
Mr. Daniels was employed with Saint Gobain Containers, Port Allegany, where he retired in 2006, with 34 years of service.
He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He enjoyed traveling throughout the country with his family.
Surviving in addition to wife, Karen, is a daughter, Lisa A. Daniels of Roulette; a son, Roy M. (Shelby) Daniels of Silver Creek, NY; six grandchildren: Morgan, Jaclin, Parker, Josie, Brieanna, and Harlow; three brothers, Terry R. (Karen) Daniels, George W. (Judy) Daniels both of Port Allegany, Richard L. Daniels of Mount Pleasant, PA; two sisters, Susanna Irwin of Port Allegany, Jean A (Curt) Linker of Dayton Beach, FL; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ronald W. and William E. Daniels; and three sisters, Barbara A. Pinchock, Patricia A. Taylor, and Judith A. Morton.
At Lloyd’s “Buster” request, there will be no visitation or funeral services.
Memorials can be made to the Veteran’s Memorial Home, Route 155 S, Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to: Karen M. Daniels, 15 Lyman Rd. W., Roulette, PA 16746
We’d like to thank all the Blossburg department members who answered the call to help our community! We had 15 members involved in this incident.
We also would be remiss if we didn’t mention the surrounding departments who provided mutual aid:
Mansfield Hose Company
Liberty Volunteer Fire Company
Wellsboro Fire Department
Canton Volunteer Fire Department
Also a shout out to Tioga, Middlebury, and Morris fire departments for standing by at their stations.
All together there were approximately 40 firefighters on scene working in the extreme cold/icy conditions.
Thanks to Bloss Boro for coming out to cinder the roadway after the call.
The Fire Marshal was able to identify the furnace in the residence as the case of the fire.
We send our thoughts and prayers to the home owner and thank God for keeping everyone safe.
Officers observed the victim to have swelling to the cheek and bruises on her neck area. Officers conducted an interview with the victim and learned that the victim's boyfriend Armando Aponte had slapped and punched the victim 3 to 4 times in the face causing serious injury. Aponte then grabbed the victim by the neck choking her and cutting off her breathing until she fell unconscious.
When the female awoke Aponte got back on top of her and pinned her down by her wrists causing additional injury to her wrists. The female asked to call 911 for help but Aponte refused to let her call anyone for help at that time. Aponte threatened the victim that if she told anyone about this he would kill her.
After an extended period of time the victim was able to call her mother for help and get to the hospital. Officers learned that the female had an active brain bleed, broken nose and broken jaw.
Based on the victim being in serious condition at that time she was flown by medical helicopter to Hamot Medical Center in Erie PA for trauma care. Surgeries will be required to repair the injuries.
City of Bradford Police took Armando Aponte into custody for the listed charges. District Magistrate Dominic Cercone arraigned Aponte and remanded him to McKean County Jail on $300,000 cash bail. Preliminary Hearings are set in the matter.
If you or anyone you know is a victim of Domestic Violence and needs help call the McKean County Domestic Violence Victims Resource Center Hotline at 888-822-6325 or call 911 for immediate help. The City of Bradford Police Department takes Domestic Violence very seriously and will take all appropriate measures to prevent, investigate, and stop this senseless violence.
Secretary: Full-time position available in our Smethport
office for a highly organized detail-oriented person to manage transportation
scheduling, special education, and PIMS. Applicants should have
knowledge of office practices and procedures, operating a computer system and
demonstrate pleasant effective verbal communication skills. Experience with Excel required. Send letter of interest, resume, and
application to Sandy Vossler, Seneca Highlands IU9, 119 S. Mechanic St.,
Smethport, PA 16749. Application may be found at IU9.org. Deadline: Feb 4,
2022. EOE
Accounts Payable Clerk. Part-time position, 21 hours per week. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of office practices, experience in accounts payable is helpful. Questions may be directed to Kim @ 814-887-5512, ext 134. Send letter of interest, resume, and application to Sandy Vossler, Seneca Highlands IU9, 119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749. Application may be found at IU9.org. Deadline: Feb 4, 2022. EOE
Anticipated Special
Education Supervisor: Permanent
full-time position for McKean and Potter County. Minimum Education/Experience:
Master’s Degree or Equivalency with a valid Supervisor of Special Education/Principal
K-12; Five years of experience in teaching special education or related field.
Certified School Psychologist: Full or part-time positions available. Background in Autism and/or Behavioral Supports preferred. Send letter of interest, application (www.iu9.org), current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education, 119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, janderson@iu9.org EOE
Classroom Aide: Part-time position available in Coudersport, Autistic and Emotional Support; Requires: High School Diploma. Send letter of interest, application (www.iu9.org), current resume, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education, 119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, janderson@iu9.org EOE
Personal Care Aides: Full-time positions in the Intensive Outpatient Program in Coudersport to work with students exhibiting behavioral/emotional needs. Requirements: Teaching certification or Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field. Send letter of interest, application (www.iu9.org), current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education, 119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, janderson@iu9.org EOE
Job Coach: Full-time position. Assist students in learning on-the-job skills at job sites in Potter County. Hours available during and beyond a typical school day. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree with related experience. Send letter of interest, application (www.iu9.org), current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education, 119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749, janderson@iu9.org EOE
Substitute
Classroom Teachers and Aides – New Daily Rates; Immediate openings for day-to-day positions supporting
students and classrooms in Potter, Cameron, McKean, and Elk Counties.
Training provided. Requires teaching certificate or bachelor degree
(substitute teacher)/high school diploma (aide). Updated rates: $135/day for
substitute teacher and $75/day for substitute aides - plus mileage
Individuals
holding the following qualifications may now serve as substitute teachers:
· Bachelor’s Degree
· 60 college credits & 25 yrs. old or older
· Student
currently enrolled in a teacher program & has 60 completed
credits
· Retired Teacher
Individuals
holding a high school diploma may serve as classroom aides.
Contact: Sandy Vossler, (814) 887-5512, ext. 133; svossler@iu9.org
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Siren of San Francisco, CA is issuing a voluntary recall of Siren Birthday Cake 1.7oz Bites because they may contain undeclared cashews and almond butter. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashew or almond butter run the risk of serious or lifethreatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The Birthday Cake 1.7 oz Bites were distributed through select Target stores nationwide.
Siren of San Francisco, CA is issuing a voluntary recall of Siren Birthday Cake 1.7oz Bites because they may contain undeclared cashews and almond butter. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashew or almond butter run the risk of serious or lifethreatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The Birthday Cake 1.7 oz Bites were distributed through select Target stores nationwide.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 26, 2022 – East Windsor, New Jersey, AuroMedics Pharma LLC has initiated a voluntary recall of lot number CPB200013 of Polymyxin B for Injection USP, 500,000 Units/Vial, to the consumer level from the USA market due to a product complaint for the presence of particulate matter, identified as hair being discovered in a vial within this lot.
Carolann M. Drum, 79, of West Willow St., Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (Jan. 26, 2022) in her home.
Born Sept. 22, 1942, in Youngstown, Ohio, she was a daughter of Martin J. and Grace Reno Machingo. On June 26, 1965, in Youngstown, Ohio, she married Gary K. Drum, who died June 26, 2009.
Carolann was a graduate of Youngstown High School, class of 1960. She attended Youngstown State University for 3 years.
She was co-owner of the former Gary K. Drum Funeral Home, Smethport, before retiring.
Carolann was a member of the St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church of Smethport, member of the Smethport Area Women's Club, and enjoyed playing golf at the Smethport Country Club.
Surviving are two sons, Gary K. Drum Jr. and Christopher B. Drum, both of Smethport; a granddaughter, Amber A. Drum and a great-grandson, Edan G. Henderson both of Yatesboro.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Gary, and a brother, Martin J. Machingo.
At Carolann's request, there will be no visitation. Friends will be received in the St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church, Smethport, at 11 a.m. Saturday (Jan. 29, 2022) where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated with the Rev. Vince Cieslewicz, as celebrant. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery, Smethport.
Memorials can be made to the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made at www.switzerfuneralhome.com.
following a sentencing hearing at the McKean County Courthouse on January 27, 2022, Matthew HOWARD was sentenced to 8 years to 16 years and one year of additional supervision for aggravated assault and other crimes.
The defendant had been convicted following a jury trial on December 20, 2021 for aggravated assault with a knife for stabbing another man in the City of Bradford as well as other crimes. The case was investigated by Officer Clayton Yohe.
Also at the sentencing hearing, the defendant pled guilty to one count of Procuring a Weapon. While incarcerated at the McKean County Jail, the defendant made a made a weapon. That case was investigated by County Detective Linda Close. The defendant will serve his sentence in the State Department of Corrections.
Also sentenced yesterday was Robert FYFE who pled guilty to possessing a large number of child pornography images at his residence in the City of Bradford. Due to the number of images, the age of the children depicted, and the nature of the contact depicted in the photographs, the defendant was sentenced to a period of incarceration of 8 years to 16 years plus 3 years of consecutive probation. The nature of the offenses requires that he also register as a sex offender under the statute previously known as Megan’s Law. The case was investigated by Sgt. Seth Shepard of the City of Bradford Police.
James Gavin WILLIAMS, III, was sentenced to a period of incarceration of 54 months to 108 months for crimes of Possession with Intent to Delivery (368 grams of methamphetamine and 28 grams of cocaine); Persons not to Possess Firearms; and Possessing Instruments of Crime in the City of Bradford between June 20, 2021 and July 2, 2021. Officer Joshua Frederoski investigated the case. The Pennsylvania SERT (Special Emergency Response Team) assisted City of Bradford Officers. The sentence will be served consecutively to a sentence he was previously ordered to serve following conviction for Persons Not to Possess Firearms for a total sentence of 63 months to 126 months and 1 year of consecutive reentry supervision.
DA Shaffer: “These cases are an example of the excellent police work seen every day in our county. They also highlight the excellent collaboration among agencies in the county. The investigating officers in these cases, as well as their assisting officers, answer calls of violence, crimes against children, and drug crimes daily and their diligent work is commendable.”
Robert L. Smith, age 61, of Cameron, NY passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY.
He was born on January 27, 1960 and was the son of the late Norman and Lois (Bradford) Smith.
Robert served in the US Army, enjoyed making candles and spending time with his family. He loved kids and always considered his nieces and nephews his pride and joy.
He is survived by a brother, Norman Smith and family of Westfield; nieces and nephews, Rosemary Barnes and children, Stacey (Lawrence) Dibble, Melissa (Matthew) Smith, Amanda Smith, Mark (Carol) Gardner, Nickie (David Sr.) Clark, Tim Gardner, Lisa Gardner, John (Marianna) Gardner; brother in law, Alfred Gardner; half sister, Elaine Collins and three children, Tina (Harland) Taft, Becky Webster and David Webster.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Bertha Ann Smith; a brother, Charles Smith Sr.; a sister, Mary Gardner; two children, Normie Smith and David Uber and a nephew, Charles Smith, Jr.
A celebration of life for Robert will be held at a later date, with more information to follow.
Memorial donations on Robert’s behalf can be made to Kenyon Funeral Home to help the family with expenses. Stacey also set up a GoFundMe page for any donations that could help the family during this time http://gofund.me/543d1ca4.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
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Pictured L- R: Bryce Skinner(PAHS)- Netorking, Levi Culver(PAHS)- Networking, Faith Miller(SAHS)- Health Assistance, Seth Benson(PAHS)- Culinary, Sierria Peters(PAHS)- Health Assistance, Cassandra Waid(OEHS)- Culinary, Anastasia Penick(PAHS)- Culinary, Mikya Stake(PAHS)- Homeland Security, Hunter Dumire(SAHS)- Building Construction, Alliyah Penick(PAHS)- Health Assistance, Forrester Smoker(CCHS)- Networking, Isaiah DeBockler(PAHS)- Building Construction, Benjamin Torrey(NPHS)- Networking, Logan Pesock(PAHS)- Heavy Equipment, Anthony Herring(NPHS)- Networking, Marshall Ebert(OEHS)- Automotive, Camerynn Stambaugh(PAHS)- Health Assistance, Hayley Durphey(SAHS)- Early Childhood Education. |
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| Forrester Smoker *Networking (CamCo HS)- First Place |
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| Hayley Durphey *Early Childhood Education (Smethport HS)- First Place |
Clyde W. Anderson, 82, of Edgar James St., Kane, PA passed away Wednesday (Jan. 26) at his residence.
He was born on Dec. 3, 1939 in Mt. Jewett, the son of the late Oliver and Agnus (Nelson) Anderson. On Jan. 15, 2005 he married Norma Nobles, who survives.
Mr. Anderson had been employed at Honeywell prior to his retirement. He was also a member of the Mt. Jewett Veteran's Memorial Club.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son Jeffrey (Zena) Anderson of Oil City; one daughter Rita Bunnel of Oil City; one step-daughter Valerie (Jeff) Thompson of Duke Center; three step-sons, Jesse (Becky) Cliff of Eldred, Mark (Pat) Albney of Allegany, NY and Martin Armour of Kane. He is also survived by many grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Anna Swank and Nancy Benninger and one brother Gui Anderson
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the donor's choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
