Support Groups @ Elk Regional

The Maternity Unit at Elk Regional Health Center often provides classes to help women prepare for childbirth.

Beginning March 7, The Maternity Unit will host a series of Lamaze classes! Lamaze recognizes childbirth as a normal, natural, healthy process and will provide women with the knowledge and skills they need to give birth with confidence.

Classes in the six-week series will be held on March7, March 14, March 21, March 28, April 4, and April 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Education Center at Elk Regional's St. Marys campus.

Cost is $50 for the six-week series. Most insurance companies reimburse participants, so check with your insurance company to see if you qualify!

For more information, call The Maternity Unit at (814) 788-8558

 

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Elk Regional Health Center is pleased to announce a Diabetes Support Group intended to help keep diabetics and their loved ones informed about the disease and offer them tools with which it can be properly managed.

It will be held in  Diabetes Conference Room at Elk Regional Health Center. Come in the Main Entrance and follow the brown floor tiles toward the Cafeteria. Continue straight past the elevators and vending machines. The conference room is on the right.

During the meeting, Elk Regional's Certified Diabetes Educators will discuss the pros and cons of meters. Attendees are encouraged to bring their meters
The meeting is free and open to the public.

For More Information:
Call (814) 788-8660

"Gold Rush" @ Elk Regional

On March 11 and 12 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., come to the Education Center at Elk Regional's St. Marys Campus with your unwanted items. Gold Rush employees will sort, test, and weigh your items in front of you and give you a fair price for your items
They will accept necklaces, bracelets, class rings, earrings, gold watches, gold coins, white gold, rose gold, and  platinum, sterling silver jewelry,  sterling silver coins,  sterling silver and serving sets.
Come out and support our Auxiliary, which made a $250,000 pledge to The Elk Regional Capital Campaign in support of our building project

Girl Scout Cookie Sale

Girl Scouts of Cameron County will be setting up a table this Saturday, March 2nd. at Olivett's SureFine Market in Emporium at 9:00 am to sell the Girl Scout brand cookies we all love. There will be a wide assortment to chose from.

 

The Girl Scouts thank you all for your support.

Man killed in Emporium mishap

Man killed in  Emporium mishap  

 

A man was killed in an accident at Emporium Hardwoods Tuesday afternoon.
Emporium-based state police say 48-year-old John B. Johnson III of Unityville, east of Williamsport, had just received a load of lumber shortly before 2 p.m. and had driven his tractor-trailer to an empty lot north of the lumber yard to secure it with a tarp.
While he was adjusting the tarp, police say Johnson fell from atop the load and was killed.
He was pronounced dead at the scene by Cameron County Coroner Ted Walters.
The sawmill is located on Route 120 about one-half mile east of Emporium Borough -

Dolores A. Moore

 

Dolores A. Moore, 79, died February 14, 2013 in Ft. Pierce, Florida.
Mrs. Moore was born in Duquesne, Pennsylvania and moved to Ft. Pierce in 1995 coming from Plantation, Florida.
Prior to retirement, she was a research chemist and chemistry teacher. She enjoyed golfing, walking the beach and playing bridge.
Survivors include her husband of 57 ½ years, Earl Moore of Ft. Pierce, FL; son, Robert (Nancy) Moore of Washington Crossing, PA; daughter, MaryAnn (Al) Sapp of Fredericksburg, VA; brother, Andrew (Martha) Spirnock of Marsing, ID; 7 grandchildren, Adam Sapp, Allison Warren, Patricia Moore, Thomas Moore, Bradley Moore, Wyatt Cheek, and Ty Bostain; 1 great-grandchild, Whittaker Warren. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Andrew Moore and sister, JoAnn Stacy.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Andy Moore Scholarship Fund, 59 Canal Run West, Washington Crossing, PA 18977 or to Treasure Coast Hospice, 5000 Dunn Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34981 www.TCHospice.org
Services: A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on in Florida on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 12:30 PM at St. Anastasia Catholic Church.

Local arrangements are under the direction of Barnett Funeral Home, Emporium
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 10:30 AM at St. Mark Catholic Church, Emporium, PA with Rev. Paul S. Siebert as celebrant.
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

The Snow Is Here, Again!

Charges Filed

An Emporium man was uninjured when his 2008 Pontiac G5 crashed on Route 120, 1/4 mile east of Howard in Shippen Township at 9:00 PM on Sunday.

 

Kevin L. Talmadge, 54, of Emporium, PA, was wearing a seatbelt.

Cpl. Kellis Martz said the crash happened as Talmadge was traveling east on Route 120 when he became distracted and failed to negotiate a right curve in the roadway and struck the guide rail. The car spun counterclockwise in the roadway and struck another guide rail, then drifted east coming to rest in the roadway.

Talmadge was arrested for DUI at the scene and taken for a blood draw at Elk Regional Medical Center.

 

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State Police responded to a Domestic Assault at 600 South Mountain Road in Shippen Township on Friday that occurred between 3:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

 

Scott Christopher Geelen, 42, of Emporium, PA,  is accused of slapping a known female victim, causing injuries to her mouth and lip, and grabbing her at the front of her neck, causing an additional injury to her neck.

Geelen was taken into custody by Trooper John Whitcomb, and arraigned in District Court 59-3-02 on charges of Simple Assault and Harassment. Geelen posted $1,300. cash bail and was released. He will face a preliminary hearing in District Court 59-3-01.
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Gail Ann Hickoff

Gail Ann Hickoff, 55, daughter of Audrey and William Hickoff, formerly of Emporium, passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013, at St. Lukes Hospital in New York City, N.Y., after a lengthy illness.

She worked for many years as a counselor, educator and healer through the Passaic County Health and Human Services Department in Paterson, N.J., and multiple healing modalities in the New York area.

Gail is survived by her mother, Audrey Hickoff of Brockway; siblings Shelly Miller of Brockway, Beth Sasson of New York City, N.Y., Scott Hickoff of Bracebridge, Ontario, and Margaret "Peggy" Rotello of Austin, Pa. Sharing this loss are her in-laws Bruce Miller, Maurice Sasson, Debbie Hickoff and John "Punk" Rotello and several nephews and nieces.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, at the Meta Center, 214 W. 29th St., 16th floor, New York, N.Y. Questions regarding the service or donations may be directed to settleddown@yahoo.com.

 

 Memorial donations in Gail Hickoff's name are being gratefully accepted at the Tripura Foundation, 333 Pennsylvania Ave., Oakmont, PA, 15139.

Cameron County February Food Distribution

 

The Cameron County Food Pantry will hold a distribution for people determined eligible on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the building located behind the Northern Tier Community Action offices at 135 West Fourth Street in Emporium.

 

Call 486-1161, ext. 269, with any questions

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Margaret V. Anzinger

Margaret V. Anzinger, 83, of Elk Haven Nursing Home., St. Marys, and formerly of Elk Towers and Weedville, PA died at Elk Haven on Saturday (February 23, 2013) afternoon.

She was born June 25, 1929 in Johnsonburg a daughter of the late Herbert and Marie Lukehart Fox.

On May 31, 1958 in Tyler she married John Anzinger, who Survives.

Mrs. Anzinger was a member of Sacred Heart Church.

Surviving

In addition to her husband John Anzinger

Daughter: Donna Aloi and her husband Chuck, St. Marys

1 Granddaughter: Jami Aloi, Pittsburgh

Preceded in Death By

Parents: Herbert and Marie Lukehart Fox

Daughter: Darlene who died Oct. 7, 2003

5 Brothers and 4 Sisters

 

There will be No Visitation.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 323 Center Street, St. Marys on Monday (February 25, 2013) at 10:00 AM with Rev. Eric Vogt, O.S.B., as Celebrant.

 

Memorial Contributions may be made to Elk Haven, Memorial Fund, 785 Johnsonburg Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Ruth E. Russell

Ruth E. Russell, 92, of 410 E. 4th St., Emporium formerly of Sinnamahoning died at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium on Friday (February 22, 2013) night.
She was born July 23, 1920 in Milton, PA a daughter of the late William and Martha Renninger Johnson.

On June 18, 1938 in Elton, Maryland she married the late George R. Russell.
Mrs. Russell had worked as a cook at Swarthmore, PA Schooll, Sinnamahoning Sportsman Club and the Willows. She was a member of the Sinnamahoning United Methodist Church and was a known as the Easter egg lady. She enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting.

Surviving
Daughter: Patricia, Mrs. Joseph Twardowski, Sr., St. Peters, MO Daughter: Linda, Mrs. Harry Grimes, Woodlyn, PA
4 Grandchildren: Kim Snipes, Joeseph Twardowski, Jr., Steven & Philip Grimes
6 Great Grandchildren: Nicole, Joseph, Alexandria, Kayla, Jeremy & Erin
Brother: Lawrence Johnson and his wife Thelma, Chester, PA
Brother: Robert Johnson, Little River, SC
Brother: Fay Pepperman, Camp Hill, PA
Preceded in Death By
Husband: George R. Russell
Parents: William and Martha Renninger Johnson
Son: in infancy
3 Brothers: Harold, Kenneth and William Johnson
2 Sisters: Carrie Bastain and Donna Marshall

Private Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
There will be No Visitation.

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements

Clifford W. Clark

 

Clifford W. Clark, 99, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium formerly of 961 Rich Valley Rd., Emporium died at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, on Thursday (February 21, 2013) afternoon.
He was born August 25, 1913 in Emporium a son of the late Walter and Hulda Walleen Clark.
On June 30, 1934 in Austin he married Bernice Owens Clark, who survives

Mr. Clark was lifelong resident of Cameron County. He and his wife Bernice had celebrated their 78th wedding anniversary this past June. He graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1932. Cliff retired from Sylvania where he had worked for many years. Years ago he worked, in Emporium, at the former Whitman Ford dealership. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church where he served as a Decon and Ruling Elder. He was a past member of the American Society of Tool Manufacturing Engineers. Cliff was a life member of the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club and a outdoor enthusiast. He enjoyed woodworking, clock making, working and spending time at his camp.

Surviving
In addition to his wife Bernice Owens Clark
Son: Gary L. Clark and his wife Barbara, Emporium
1 Granddaughter Christine, Mrs. Brian Slusarick, Emporium
1 Grandson Clifford M. Clark and his wife Eugenia, Emporium
3 Great Grandchildren Molly & Chloe Slusarick & Clara Clark
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Walter and Hulda Walleen Clark
Sister: Cecil Lincoln
Brother: Walter Clark
Sister: Phyllis Sassenroth
Sister: Zita Schilling Sister: Freddie Meisel

Funeral Service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 205 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Wednesday (February 27, 2013) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Philip W. Sanders, Pastor, officiating.

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth St., Emporium on Tuesday from 5-8 PM.
Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium.

In lieu of flowers memorial Contributions may be made to the Cameron County Food Pantry, P.O. BOX 389, Attn David Malizia, Emporium, PA 15834 or memorials to First Presbyterian Church, 205 E. 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

The 2013 Business Expo At The Red Fern

The 2013 Business Expo, sponsored by the St. Marys Area Chamber Of Commerce and The River 98.9, will be held on Saturday, February 23rd at the Red Fern from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Last year up to 2,000 attended this local event.

 

The Business Expo provides businesses and organizations an opportunity to talk with customers about their products and services. It’s an opportunity to showcase your business and let the public know what you have available.

A variety of prizes will be given away that day.  Hope to see you there !

For more information, follow this link   http://www.stmaryschamber.org

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE STATE COLLEGE PA

LOW PRESSURE OVER MICHIGAN THIS MORNING WILL MOVE NORTHEAST AND PUSH A TRAILING FRONTAL SYSTEM ACROSS PENNSYLVANIA TODAY. A MIX OF RAIN AND SLEET IN THE WEST EARLY THIS MORNING WILL CONTINUE TO SPREAD EASTWARD.

 THE PRECIPITATION COULD BE FREEZING RAIN AS IT CROSSES THE ALLEGHENY PLATEAU WHERE TEMPERATURES RANGE WIDELY FROM LOWER 20S IN THE VALLEYS TO THE MID 30S IN HIGHER ELEVATIONS EARLY THIS MORNING. SNOW IS LIKELY FOR QUITE A BIT OF THE CENTRAL AND NORTHEAST. THE GREATEST CHANCE OF A STEADY ACCUMULATION OF SNOW WILL BE OVER NORTH CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA...WHERE 2-3 INCHES OF SNOW ARE POSSIBLE TODAY.

 THE SOUTHEASTERN PIEDMONT WILL PRIMARILY GET RAIN WITH LITTLE OR NO SNOW OR SLEET ACCUMULATION. THE PRECIPITATION WILL BEGIN TO TAPER OFF BEFORE NOON IN THE WEST AND CENTRAL COUNTIES. HOWEVER...SCATTERED SNOW SHOWERS WILL KICK IN AGAIN AS THE COLD FRONT PASSES AND WESTERLY WINDS SET UP.

EASTERN LOCATIONS WILL HAVE THE PRECIPITATION END LATE IN THE DAY. TEMPERATURES WILL VARY GREATLY THROUGH THE DAY AS WARM AIR BEFORE THE FRONT MAKES IT POSSIBLE FOR THE SOUTHEASTERN VALLEYS TO GET INTO THE 40S...AND EVEN CLOSE TO 50 DEGREES IN PHILADELPHIA. BUT THE EARLY UPPER 30S AND 40S IN THE WEST WILL COOL OFF WHEN THE FRONT PASSES IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DAY. LOWS TONIGHT WILL BE IN THE TEENS WEST AND 20S EAST. TEMPERATURES WILL RISE VERY LITTLE ON WEDNESDAY WITH HIGHS EXPECTED TO BE IN THE UPPER TEENS IN THE NORTHERN MOUNTAINS AND LOWER TO MID 30S IN THE SOUTHEAST.

Raymond M. Preston

Raymond M. Preston , II, 62, of Emporium, PA, died Wednesday, February 13, 2013 in the Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, PA. 

He was born October 7, 1950, in Elmira, NY. A graduate of Southside High School in Elmira, NY, he served honorably with the US Marine Corps in Vietnam. He was employed by GKN Sinter Metals in Emporium and was a member of ABATE.
 Surviving are: his mother, Ethel Jane Preston of Canandaigua, NY; aunts, uncles, and cousins; and close friends, Walt Sipe of Sinnamahoning, PA and Gary (Sheila) Foust of Coudersport, PA. He was predeceased by his father, Raymond M. Preston.  
There will be no visitation. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements are entrusted to the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfuneralhome.com.

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Deborah J. Fisher

Deborah J. Fisher, 41, of Emporium, Pa., died Feb. 13, 2013, at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center in Williamsport, Pa.

Deb was born in Rochester, N.Y., on April 26, 1971, the daughter of Gary J. and Paula M. (Nitsche) Fisher. Surviving, in addition to her parents, are her siblings, Deanna High, Barbara Fisher and Gary P. Fisher; and niece and nephew, Morgan and Derrick High, all residing in the Williamsport, Pa., area.

Despite Deb's many medical problems throughout her lifetime, when you would see her on the street, she was always smiling. She was always willing to help others and spent many hours volunteering at the Emporium Senior Center. She also organized many events at the Emporium Arms Apartment Building where she resided.

She graduated from Montoursville High School, Montoursville, Pa. She also graduated from Lycoming College, Williamsport, Pa., with a degree in business administration and a Pennsylvania certification in elementary education.

Deb was also very active with many activities at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Emporium. She was past Grand Regent and an officer in the CD of A. She taught CCD classes for many years and was a former substitute teacher for several elementary schools in the Emporium area.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Feb. 16, 2013, at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Emporium, Pa., with Father Paul officiating. There will be no visitation. A private burial will be in St. Leo's Catholic Cemetery in Ridgway, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial donations be made to St. Mark's Catholic Church and the Senior Center in Emporium, Pa., or Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa.

Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville

James A. Gavlock, 81

 

James A. Gavlock, 81, of West Allegany Avenue, Emporium, died Thursday, February 14, 2013 in Elk Regional HealthCenter, St Marys.

Born November 19, 1931 in Drifting, Pa. he was the son of the late Martin and Mary Zezoney Gavlock. On January 22, 1955 in Renovo, he married Verla P. Marshall who survives.

Mr. Gavlock was a veteran of the United States army having served during the Korean War.

A longtime resident of Emporium, he was a graduate of Renovo High Schooland after his discharge from the army in 1952 was employed by the PA Railroad in Renovo, Sun Oil Co. in New Jersey, and General Motors in Buffalo, New York. In 1957 he relocated to Emporium and was employed by Laborer’s Union 836 until retiring in 1997.

He was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church in Emporium, Local 836 of Bradford, and for 20 years was a Boy Scout leader with Troop #555 in Emporium. He was also an avid hunter, fisherman and trapper and a member of the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club.

Surviving in addition to his wife Verla are: two sons, Tom A. Gavlock and Eric A. Gavlock both of Emporium; two grandchildren; one brother, Robert (Nancy) Gavlock of Emporium; one sister, Elizabeth Lawless of Lock Haven; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by two brothers, Walter Gavlock and Arthur Gavlock, and one sister, Mary Ann Gavlock.

Visitations will be held Sunday, February 17 from 4-7 p.m. in the Coppersmith-Condon Funeral Home, Emporium.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday in St. Mark Church with Fr. Paul Siebert, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mark Cemetery, Emporium.

A Wake service will be held at 6:45 p.m. Sunday the Funeral Home.

Military honors will be accorded by the Cameron County Memorial Detail.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Cameron County Ambulance Service

14th Annual Ridgway Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous, February 16 – 23, 2013

This Saturday, February 16th, marks the 14th annual Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous in Ridgway.

Hundreds of chainsaw carvers will be in Ridgway showcasing their carvings throughtout the week. 

Thousands of visitors will be on hand to see them in action and to enjoy the activities that are planned .

   The auction will be held Saturday, Feb. 23rd, so mark your calendar for this special day.

Each carver donates an item, and this event is a crowd favorite.

If you haven't been to one of these events yet, click on the link below to browse through the activities and dates.

http://www.chainsawrendezvous.org

Karol M. Cokely, 73

 

 

 

Karol M. Cokely, 73, of Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys, formerly of Emporium, died at Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys on Wednesday (February 13, 2013) evening.
She was born February 20, 1939 in Montrose, PA a daughter of the late William and Minnie Shimer MacGeorge.
Mrs. Cokely graduated from Montrose High School and from Mansfield State Teachers College. She was retired from Cameron County School District where she was a school teacher for many years.
Surviving
Daughter: Ellen Chapman and her husband Thomas, Brookneal, VA
Son: William "Will" Cokely and his wife Roxanne, Emporium
Four Grandchildren: Courney and Alison Zac and Scott
Brother: Karl MacGeorge and his wife Carol, Hallstead, PA
Brother: Shelley MacGeorge, Florida
Preceded in Death By
Parents: William and Minnie Shimer MacGeorge
Sister: Bonnie McHale
Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday (February 16, 2013) at 1:00 PM with Rev. Rock Pifer, Pastor, Free Metholist Church, officiating.
Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Saturday from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM, followed by the Funeral & Committal Services at 1:00 PM
Burial will be in the Franklin Forks Cemetery, Franklin Forks, PA

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Charlies Friendly Tavern

Valentines Day Special! 

Emporium Man Apprehended

An Emporium man was apprehended and jailed Sunday night after he reportedly pressed the barrel of a rifle against an Emporium woman in a domestic dispute.

Martin Lyon of Emporium is accused in charges filed by Trooper Mall of the Emporium barracks, of pressing the barrel of a rifle against Andrea Sowers of Emporium during a domestic altercation at 7:43 PM before leaving a residence at 27 E. 6th Street Ext in Emporium Borough in Cameron County.

Police issued an area wide BOLO for Lyon. Lyon was apprehended a short time later and arraigned before District Judge Jacob who sent him to the Elk County Prison in lieu of $7,500. cash bail.

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Local Retailer Featured In Hardware Retailing Magazine

Congratulations to our sponsors Mike and Linda Songer from L & M Lumber!

They are featured on the front page of the Hardware Retailing Magazine, February 2013 edition, page 46. Our county is fortunate to have people like Mike & Linda that love to live here and operate a store within Cameron County. And remember, last year L & M Lumber was named PRO Hardware Retailer of the Year!

Find the online version here http://www.hardwareretailingarchive.com/i/104827

Visit our sponsor at their local L & M Lumber Store http://www.lmprolumber.com

6:20 pm. Cameron County FD responding to a chimney/ structure fire in the village of Howard Siding.

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Ultimate Cheer Hosts Spirit Spectacular Event

Ultimate Cheer hosted their  annual cheerleading competition at the Cameron County School today, Feb. 10, 2013. The Spirit Spectacular event was well attended by several schools from the nearby area.

 I have to say the gym was full of ENERY !!

 

 

Cameron County Fair Board Meeting

CC Fair Meeting
The Cameron County Fair Board meeting will be held
Mond., Feb 11 @ 7pm.
The meeting will be held at the First Baptist Church on N Broad Str.
The public is invited to attend.

ENDLESS MOUNTAINS A.B.A.T.E MEETING

ENDLESS MOUNTAINS
 CHAPTER #34
 A.B.A.T.E. OF PA

The next scheduled meeting will be held
Saturday February 9, 2013
 At Sterling Run Tavern
 Sterling Run
 at 1 P.M.

Troopers Investigate Calls

On Monday at 7:25 PM at the Mountain View Bowling Center on Rt. 120 in Shippen Township, Katrina Marie Wyatt, 22, of Emporium was cited for Harassment following a physical altercation  according to Trooper Eric Farabaugh of the Emporium barracks.

 

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A Harassment incident in the area of Sunny Lane Road in Shippen Township last Saturday was investigated by Troopers.

A known individual and Brandon P. Catalone of Emporium, PA, were involved in a verbal argument at which time the individual stated he was going to harm the victim according to Trooper Barnes of the Emporium barracks.

 

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State Police at Emporium investigated a crash last Saturday in which a PennDOT snowplow traveling west on E. Allegany Avenue struck a mirror of a legally parked vehicle causing the mirror to break.

The operator of the PennDOT truck was Gregory L. McLaughlin, 51, of Emporium. There were no injuries. Trooper Craig Heim investigated.

West Creek Area

 

Let's hope Punxy Phil is right, but I'm still seeing cold and snow outside !

 

Food Pantry @ St Marks Church

The second Sunday of every month is Cameron County Food Pantry Collection Sunday. Please bring non perishable food items and drop them in the designated location at your church. If you would prefer a monetary donation, please place an envelope in the collection that is labeled “Food Bank.” Thank you so very much for your help to provide food to individuals and families of Cameron County

 

. Cameron County Food Pantry is a ministry provided by the Cameron County Ministerial Association.

 The funding for the food pantries around the country has been cut, and we have a great need in our community.

  Please give what you can. Thank you

Building Razed

On Monday, Feb 4, the fire damaged apartment building was torn down.  Many remember that fire swept throughout this building on December 27, 2012.  The building was considered a total loss and at least two surrounding homes suffered fire damage. Local residents were able to evacuate the buildings occupants safely but the contents were a total loss.

( Photo Dec 27, 2012 )

Faith E. Penworth

Faith E. Penworth, 100, of 226 Weownit Rd, Emporium, died at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium on Monday (February 4, 2013) afternoon.
She was born January 21, 1913 in Liberty, Pennsylvania a daughter of the late Rev. Frank and Orpha Hudson Stoddard.
In 1946 in Tunkhannock, PA she married the late Elmer Penworth.
Mrs. Penworth was a member of the Methodist Church in Hazelhurst & Mt. Jewett and a member of the Mt. Jewett Senior Center.

Surviving
Daughter: Gloria Groff, Emporium
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Rev. Frank and Orpha Hudson Stoddard
Husband: Elmer Penworth who died in 1982
2 Sisters: Ruth Henakes and Frances DeGolyer
Brother: Guy Stoddard

There will be No Visitation.
Funeral Services will be at the convenience of the family.
Burial will be in the Grimes District Cemetery, Port Allegany.

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Jane Andrews

 

Jane Andrews, 72, of 174 Valley View Rd., Emporium died at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center, Erie on Thursday (January 31, 2013) night.
She was born September 15, 1940 in Brookville a daughter of the late Dorothy Love Fackender.
On September 22, 1960 in Emporium she married the late Russell "Butch" Andrews.

Mrs. Andrews graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 1958. Jane was a member of the Emporium VFW where she freely volunteered for special functions. She was a homemaker most of her life. Jane loved to cook volunteering for many youth outdoor activities like the Drum & Henry Fishing Derby and many other youth outdoor activities at the Andrews farm as well. She was also the cook at grandpa's camp in Salt Run.

Surviving
Daughter: Heather Kite and her husband Brian, Emporium
Son: Randy Andrews, Emporium
Son-in-law: Peter Slottje, Emporium
5 Grandchildren: Amanda Dempsey, Daniel Slottje, Nicholas & Amber Thwing & Blake Andrews
1 Great Grandson Hunter Dempsey

Preceded in Death By
Mother: Dorothy Love Fackender
Husband: Russell "Butch" Andrews who died August 1, 2012
Daughter: Shelley Slottje who died Nov. 2, 2012
Sister: Thelma Hornung
There will be No Visitation. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.

Burial will be in the Portage Township Cemetery, Gardeau.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Cameron County SPCA, P.O. BOX 132, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.