I regret to inform you that this site is ending. My health decline began in 2023 and has only deepened. Since July, I have been bounced between the hospital and a nursing home. On Monday I was readmitted to JMH with worsening and now bilateral pneumonia. I’ve got a struggle here that requires my total focus. Thank you to the readers for making this site pop. I’m grateful to you all.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Obituary: Connie J. Coe, 87, of Ceres
Connie was raised in Chaffee, graduating from Sardinia High School in 1955. She was the owner and operator of Connie’s Curling Corner in Sardinia while also raising her three children. In 1980, she and Don moved to Erie, PA, where she was the Banquet Coordinator for the Holiday Inn. She transitioned her employment to Pharmor Pharmacy working as a cashier. In 1995, Don retired, and they moved to Summerfield, FL. After Don’s passing, she moved to Alabama to be near her son Craig and would ‘snowbird’ between Alabama and her daughter Lisa’s home in New York; having stayed in New York the last year. She was a former member of Chaffee Baptist Church and the Chaffee Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. While in Florida, she was on the Orange Blossom Homeowner’s Association Board and the Red Hat Society.
She is survived by: two children, Craig (Robin) Coe of Huntsville, AL and Lisa (Michael) Freeman of Ceres, NY; 8 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband of 64 years, Don, she was predeceased by: a son, Mark Coe in 1995; three siblings and their spouses, Jeanne & Clint Salmon, Donna & Dale Blair, and Ronald Hoyt.
A Celebration of Life is being planned for a later date in Erie, PA. Please consider memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6400 Sheridan Drive, Suite 320, Williamsville, NY 14221; or to Allegany County Cancer Service, 17 Maple Avenue Box 534, Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.olneyfoust.com.
New York State Police Blotter – July 25, 2025
New York State Police Blotter – July 25, 2025
7/26/25 2:53 a.m. – After responding to a domestic
offense in the village of Belmont, state police arrested Jonathan M. O’Shell,
38, of Wellsville. He was charged with felony aggravated family offense, three
counts of criminal obstruction of breathing, criminal possession of a weapon
with intent to use and criminal mischief. He was taken to the Allegany County
Jail for Central arraignment.
Friday, July 25, 2025
Town of Willing news
Hunting Licenses go on Sale August 1st.
Beside the Clerk's normal hours, she
will be in on the following Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20 and 9/27
PennDOT - District 2 News: PennDOT Conducting Surface Treatments in McKean County
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance crews will apply the surface treatment on Bell Run Road between Route 44 and the McKean-Potter County line in Ceres Township. Monday, July 28, and Tuesday, July 29. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours.
Starting Wednesday, crews will start work on Route 46 starting at the split with Route 446 and continue northbound toward Rew for approximately seven miles the remainder of the week. Traffic control will again be provided by flaggers in the roadway.
PennDOT typically employs surface treatments as a preservation strategy on roads with low traffic volumes and speed limits of 35 mph or slower. This activity extends the life of those roads by keeping water out, which mitigates the damage caused by the freeze-thaw cycle of Pennsylvania winters and delays the formation of potholes and the oxidization process.
In recent years, PennDOT District 2 has expanded its use of seal coating to roadways with higher traffic volumes and speed limits of 55 mph or faster as it strives to effectively manage and preserve its assets while being good stewards of taxpayer money.
PennDOT performs this activity in temperatures greater than 60 degrees, generally between April and September. Crews begin by sweeping the roadway clean of debris. Next, they apply emulsion oil and a layer of stone, which they then roll into place using a roller. Once cured, crews sweep any loose material from the roadway.
PennDOT urges drivers to reduce their speed on roads that have received this treatment during the curing period or to consider alternate routes.
For more information on PennDOT’s Maintenance Activities, visit www.PennDOT.pa.gov/about-us/
Paul Griffith, former Alfred police chief, now leads the Allegany, NY police department
After serving 27-years with the Alfred Police Department,
including his rise to police chief, Paul Griffith of Hornell is back in
uniform. According to a story filed by Brian McCellan of the Olean Times Herald,
the Village of Allegany in Cattaraugus County has a new full-time police chief,
as former Alfred chief Paul Griffith was tabbed to fill the role vacant for the
better part of two years. Griffith was suspended as the Alfred Chief in August
2024. According to WLEA radio, the suspension was apparently triggered by the
Chief’s recommendation that the Village hire a military veteran from the Police
Academy who, if hired, would have become the first African American part-time
police officer in Alfred’s history.
It was the first and only time in his tenure as Police
Chief that the Village Board rejected his recommendation to hire an applicant. In
the hours following their decision, Village officials lashed out at Chief
Griffith, attacking his integrity and demanding his retirement. When he
refused, the Deputy Mayor tried to push him out by placing him in a performance
improvement plan with the duties of a junior patrol officer. When the Chief
still refused to abandon his post, the Mayor placed him on leave.
Griffith told the Times Herald, “I’m just happy to have a
place to land, and this seems a pretty good place for it.”
Griffith new how to connect with the media and college
students. During one Alfred festival, Griffith, in full uniform, broke out his guitar
and jammed with students. He was also excellent at communicating with the
press. He was a frequent guest on WLEA radio in Hornell and this site was a
frequent recipient of press releases. Since his departure in 2024, there have
been few if any releases to the media.
New York State Police Blotter – July 24, 2025
New York State Police Blotter – July 24, 2025
7/24/25 12:14 p.m. – After investigating a dog
complaint, Machias-based state police arrested Renee M. Wahl, 65, of
Franklinville. She was charged with torturing or injuring animals and about 40
counts of neglect of an impounded animal. A court appearance is pending.
7/24/25 10:21 p.m.- Following a complaint of a
domestic dispute in the village of Bolivar, state police arrested Crystal M.
Walden, 43, of Bolivar. She was charged with two counts of seventh-degree
criminal possession of a controlled substance. She was issued an appearance
ticket for court.
7/25/25 2:12 a.m.- During a traffic stop in the city
of Olean, state police arrested John Russell Tucker, 31, of Cuba. He was
charged with DWI and having a BAC above .08%. Court action is pending.
7/25/25 5:11 a.m.- After responding to a complaint in
the town of Genesee, state police arrested Jerald D. Harrier, 52, of Olean. He
was charged with second-degree criminal trespass.
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PA Gov. talks about Potter County on national TV
Galeton, PA – Governor Josh Shapiro visited Potter County to announce that
the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is awarding a
$162,461 grant to the White Pine Country Store, Café & Lodge through the Marketing to
Attract Tourists program. During a visit to the Galeton business, the Governor
highlighted how the investment will support outdoor recreation and local tourism by
funding the necessary replacement of the store’s gas pump storage tanks — allowing
the only gas pump for miles to safely reopen.
DCED’s Marketing to Attract Tourists program supports the Commonwealth’s tourism
industry by helping communities attract some of the 72 million people who live within a
four-hour drive of Pennsylvania — inviting them to experience The Great American
Getaway.
“White Pine Country Store has long been a hub for residents and travelers alike —
whether you’re grabbing a bite to eat, stocking up on fishing gear, or gearing up to hit
the ATV trails,” said Governor Shapiro. “This store sits at the heart of the Northcentral
Regional ATV Trail, one of the Commonwealth’s premier outdoor recreation
destinations — but without a working gas pump, folks couldn’t fuel up for the ride. With
this investment, we’re supporting a key local business and keeping the outdoor
recreation economy growing here in Potter County.”
The White Pine Country Store, Café & Lodge is located near the Northcentral Regional
ATV Trail, which offers more than 600 miles of connected roads and trails
across Clinton, Lycoming, Potter, and Tioga counties. Now in its second full year,
the trail has quickly become one of Pennsylvania’s premier outdoor recreation
destinations. A recent study found the trail system generated $13.1 million in economic
impact for Potter and Tioga counties in 2023 — up from $10.4 million the previous year.
“Ensuring there is readily available fuel for residents and outdoor enthusiasts is critical
to the continued success of the Northcentral Regional ATV Trail in Potter County,”
said DCED Secretary Rick Siger. “DCED is proud to support the local economy and
help more people experience the many great attractions that Pennsylvania has to offer.
Investments like this one at White Pine keeps these ATVs fueled up and ensures
Pennsylvania visitors can experience their own Great American Getaway.”
“We are most grateful to Governor Shapiro for his keen awareness on the importance of
this infrastructure, and his staff's perseverance in finding a pathway to finance this
project,” said Kim Manchego, Owner, White Pine Country Store. “The focus of
enhancing and expanding tourism is the lifeline to success of White Pine and my fellow
business owners.”
“The Potter County ATV/UTV Club was founded in 2020 in response to growing
conversations about the need for responsible advocacy, focused on expanding trail
access and providing youth safety training at the local level,” said Brad Smith, CoFounder, Potter County ATV/UTV Club. “The Club extends its sincere gratitude to
Governor Shapiro and all those involved who contributed to finding a solution to meet
this need.”
“I've lived here for 70 years, and I have watched the impact of my two favorite
Pennsylvania State agencies — the Department of Conservation and Natural
Resources and the Department of Community and Economic Development — again
and again, come through for Potter County,” said Paul Heimel, Vice Chair, Potter
County Commissioners.
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