New York State Police Blotter

New York State Police Blotter

6/21/24 3:18 p.m.- A complaint filed in April in the Village of Wellsville ended with the arrest of Trevor Willard, 22, of Wellsville. He was charged with felony possession of an obscene sexual performance by a child and felony promoting an obscene sexual performance by a child under age 17. He was detained.

6/21/24 7:44 a.m.- During a traffic stop in the Village of Belmont, troopers arrested Todd E. Varney, 40, of Independence. He was charged with DWI, having a BAC above .08% and aggravated unlicensed operation. He was released to a third party.

6/21/24 1:52 p.m.- After responding to Rushford, state police arrested Donald J. Potts, 25, of Belmont. He was charged with felony second-degree assault, petit larceny and resisting arrest. Court action is pending.

DEC Seeks Public Assistance in Identifying Owners of Stolen Trail Cameras

DEC Seeks Public Assistance in Identifying Owners of Stolen Trail Cameras

Thefts Date Back to 2016, Focused on Southern Genesee County, and Northern Wyoming County

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is seeking the public's assistance in identifying owners of stolen trail cameras. The thefts allegedly occurred from 2016 to the present in Southern Genesee County and Northern Wyoming County. DEC recently recovered the cameras through an ongoing investigation.

The DEC Environmental Conservation Police Bureau of Environmental Crimes Investigation is interested in speaking with potential victims. To report a trail camera that was stolen during this time period, contact Lieutenant Kevin Thomas at kevin.thomas@dec.ny.gov with a description of the trail camera, where it was located, and a serial number if available. 

Belfast school issues statement regarding drowning victim

 Good morning Belfast families.

Last night(Thursday night) there was a swimming accident in the Genesee River involving a BCS student. At this point, the child has not been recovered.

BCS will have counselors available for our children throughout the day. Although our students in 7-12th grade are out of school for the year, we are here to provide support.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the student. BCS will have counselors available in the building to meet with and support our students and community throughout the day as needed. If you have any concerns regarding your child, please call 585-365-2646.

Dr. Butler

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Complete Obituary: Karen L. Koch, 69, of Little Genesee

Karen L. Koch                      “beloved mother and grandmother”

LITTLE GENESEE, NY---Karen L. Koch, 69, of Little Genesee, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in Wellsville Manor Care Center, Wellsville, after a long illness.

Born on Wednesday, January 26, 1955 in Buffalo, she was a daughter of Donald and Ethel Horton.  On August 21,1974 in St. John’s Church in Alden, she married Jerome A. “Jerry” Koch, who passed away on May 26, 2019.

Karen was a graduate of West Seneca High School.  She was a loving and caring wife and mother.

Left to cherish her memory are a son, Wheeler A. Koch of Little Genesee; a grandson, Wheeler A. Koch, Jr.; a granddaughter, Kelsa A. Koch; and two sisters, Donna and Sandra.

Karen was predeceased by her parents and husband

In keeping with Karen’s wishes, no public services will be held.

Karen’s son entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.

To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Karen, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Teen found deceased after swimming in Genesee River

On June 20, 2024 at 8:00 P.M., Troopers out of SP Amity responded to a teen who was swimming in the Genesee River near State Route 19 and Oramel Hill Road in the town of Caneadea. Investigation determined that two youths went into the Genesee River to swim, but a 15-year-old male was swept away by the current and did not resurface.  The NYSP Underwater Recovery Team, Bureau of Criminal Investigation and multiple other resources were deployed in the search for the missing teen. The victim was located on June 21, 2024 at approximately 11:30 A.M.

The name will not be released at this time until all next of kin are notified.

This is still an ongoing investigation.

Potter County Court News

Potter County Court News

District Judge Bryan D. Phelps

6/20/24- Pennsylvania State Police have filed a criminal complaint against an Allentown, NY man. Following an incident in March in Sweden Township, Troopers filed counts against 20-year-old Damian Alan Moultrup. Those counts include criminal mischief-damage property and disorderly conduct. A preliminary hearing is set for August 1 at 10 a.m.

6/19/24- Coudersport-based Troopers have filed a criminal complaint against 44-year-old Joshua R. Oles of Greenwood, NY. He was charged with two counts of DUI:controlled substance, possession of marijuana, use or possession of drug paraphernalia, careless driving and no rear lights. A preliminary hearing is set for August 6^th. The incident took place in Coudersport Borough.

Village of Wellsville notice

The water will be temporarily shut off in the business district block between Madison Street and Jefferson Street today in order to make repairs to the water main and street.  The water will only be shut off in this area and will be restored as soon as possible.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

Memorial Service: Ronald C. Manning, 83, Genesee, PA

Ronald C. MANNING, 83, of Genesee, PA, died Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 22, 2024 in the Wellsville Full Gospel Church, 2221 Hanover Hill Road, Wellsville, NY.  Rev. David Williams will officiate.  Military Rites will be accorded by members of Morrison Hayes American Legion Post #702.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Genesee River drowning investigation continues

From the Sheriff's Office:

Thursday evening, the Allegany County E911 Communications Center received a call of a swimmer that had not resurfaced in the Genesee River near Oramel. Several area Fire, EMS, Law Enforcement agencies including the New York State Police Underwater Dive Team, Allegany County Drone Team, as well as the resources of the Allegany County Office of Emergency Services responded and were involved in this reported drowning incident.

Unfortunately, after hours of searching without success, this is now being transitioned to a recovery effort. The recovery was called off Thursday night. This is still an active scene. Please, do not try to walk,drive, or enter the area. Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS will re-engage in recovery efforts Friday.

Belfast school will have counselors available.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers. There will not be further info released at this time.

Obituary: Phyllis W. Beckhorn, 87, Genesee, PA.

Phyllis W. BECKHORN, 87, of Genesee, PA, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in her home.  Born March 1, 1937, in Harrison Valley, she was the daughter of Paul M. and Elva A. Van Pelt Walter.  On June 29, 1957, in Mills, she married Virgil E. Beckhorn, who predeceased her on May 7, 1991.  A 1955 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she studied at Hornell Business School from 1955 – 1957.  She was employed as a secretary by the Northern Potter School District for 41 years.  Phyllis was a member of the Ellisburg Union Wesleyan Church.  Surviving are: two children, Cheryl (Paul) Freeman of Ulysses and Thomas J. (Cindy) Beckhorn of Scottsville, NY; five grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; a sister, Laverna Smyers of Genesee; her friend of 25 years, James Graham of Olean, NY; nieces, nephews, and cousins.  In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a brother, Gerald A. Walter.  Friends may call Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, June 24, 2024 in the Ellisburg Union Wesleyan Church, 2005 Ellisburg Road, Genesee, PA.  Rev. Roy Ward will officiate.  Burial will be in Genesee Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to Ellisburg Union Wesleyan Church, 1020 Rag Hill Road, Genesee, PA 16923.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

 

NYS Private Sector Employment Up 15,800 Jobs in May 2024

Unemployment Rate Holds Steady Over the Month

     According to preliminary seasonally adjusted figures released today by the New York State Department of Labor, the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by 15,800, or 0.2%, to 8,376,200 in May 2024. The number of private sector jobs in the U.S. also increased by 0.2% in May 2024.

     New York State's private sector jobs (not seasonally adjusted) increased by 126,000, or 1.5%, over the year in May 2024, which was less than the 1.6% increase in the number of private sector jobs in the U.S.

     New York State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 4.2% in May 2024. At the same time, New York State's labor force (seasonally adjusted) decreased by 7,800. As a result, the statewide labor force participation rate held constant at 61.3% in May 2024.

     The number of private sector jobs in New York State is based on a payroll survey of New York businesses conducted by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Monthly payroll employment estimates are preliminary and subject to revision as more complete data become available the following month. The BLS calculates New York State’s unemployment rate based partly upon the results of the monthly Current Population Survey (CPS) of approximately 3,100 households in the State.

Note: Seasonally adjusted data provide the most valid month-to-month comparison. Non-seasonally adjusted data are valuable in year-to-year comparisons of the same month – for example, May 2023 versus May 2024.

City of Olean battered by storms, flooding, building collapse

 

City of Olean Fire Department
Press Release – Flash Flooding June 19^th 2024

 

On June 19^th at approximately 22:17 (10:17 p.m.) the City of Olean Fire Department and Police Department began receiving storm related calls.  During and immediately after the storm, there were over 55 calls for assistance.  Some of the calls included: a partial building collapse at 1615 W. State. St, multiple power lines down, stranded vehicles in flooded roadways, flooded basements, EMS calls, automatic fire alarms, automatic medical alarms, trees down, and a possible structure fire that was unfounded.  The City of Olean Fire Department and Cattaraugus County Office of Emergency Services established a command post at Central Fire Station and began organizing and prioritizing calls.  Multiple outside agencies assisted, including Nation Grid, NYSEG, Allegany Fire Department, Weston Mills Fire Department, Portville Fire Department, and Town of Olean Fire Department.  Remaining District 4 fire departments were placed on standby in their own quarters. 

There were no injuries during the incident.   

The City of Olean Fire Department would like to remind everyone not to drive vehicles through flooded roadways or standing water.   Also, flooding in basements can result in electrical hazards.  Do not enter a flooded basement. 

Property owners with damages can report such cases to Cattaraugus County Emergency Services for possible assistance. 

Operation hard hat

Slow down in work zones! NYSDOT and  @NYSThruway  partner with @nyspolice  for #OperationHardhat to catch reckless drivers in work zones. 1011 violations issued so far this year, mostly for speeding. Respect our highway workers who keep our roads safe.

New York State Police Blotter

New York State Police Blotter

6/19/24 8:24 p.m.- During a traffic stop in the Town of Rushford, state police arrested Nathan W. Webster, 42, of Centerville. He was charged with driving while intoxicated as a first offense. A court appearance is pending.

6/19/24 1:45 p.m.- State Police arrested Edward J. Sampson, 63, of Addison. He was charged with two counts of felony grand larceny with the property valued at more than $1,000.

Partial Obituary: aren L. Koch, 69, of Little Genesee

LITTLE GENESEE, NY---Karen L. Koch, 69, of Little Genesee, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in Wellsville Manor Care Center, Wellsville, after a long illness.

Arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA., are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.

Wellsville Police Blotter

Date: Wednesday June 19, 2024

Wellsville Police arrested Keighle J. Cole, age 34 of Wellsville, charging her with Petit Larceny (Class A Misdemeanor).  The charge stems from an incident that took place on Pine Street on June 11th.  Cole was processed, issued an appearance ticket and released.  Cole is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on July 16th at 4:30 pm.

Cuba police arrest man after domestic

*** Press Release ***

On June 18th, 2024 at approximately 7:03PM, following a report of a domestic dispute, Cuba Police arrested Gerald H. E. Schultz (29) of Cuba, NY. Schultz was arrested on charges of endangering the welfare of a child(Misdemeanor), assault 3rd (Misdemeanor) and aggravated family offense (Felony). Schultz was processed, placed in front of a judge and sent to the Allegany County Jail on no bail. Schultz is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Obituary: John Allen "Jack" Golday, 83, Cuba

John Allen "Jack" Golday, 83, passed away peacefully at his residence in Cuba, NY, on June 16, 2024. Born on March 8, 1941, in Rahway, NJ, he was the eldest son of John and Leona Golday. The family later settled in Dunellen, NJ. 

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, John and Leona Golday, his brother Donald, and his second wife, Flo. He is survived by his brother Gregory of Michigan and his sister Leona Cody of Texas; his three children: John “Jacky” A. Golday, Jr. of Somers Point, NJ, David Golday of Miami, FL, and Jill Golday DuBois of Jupiter, FL. Additionally, he leaves behind four grandchildren, a great-granddaughter, ten nieces and nephews as well as his first wife, Trudy, of Cocoa Beach, FL.

 

A private memorial service will be held later this summer to honor Jack’s life.

Obituary: Mary Margaret (McCready) Hungerford, 97, Rochester

 

Mary Margaret (McCready) Hungerford

March 19, 1927 – Feb. 6, 2024

ROCHESTER - Mary Hungerford passed peacefully Tuesday (Feb. 6, 2024), with her family at her side. She was a resident of St. Ann's Community, Rochester.

Mary is survived by her son, James (Kathy); daughters Mary Ann Hungerford and Kathryn Casey; and her son-in-law Tom Casey, special to her for his frequent visits and comedic storytelling. In addition to her children, Mary is survived by her grandchildren, Mary Teague, Katie (Patrick) Commins, Sean Hungerford and Ali (Eric) Beatty; seven great-grandchildren, Finn, Dylan and Cora Teague and Grace, Henry, Sophia and Robert Commins; as well as her niece and nephews, Ann, Tom and Rob Spearing.

Mary was predeceased by her husband, Thomas E. Hungerford in 2003; her mother, Gertrude Connell McCready, and father, James L. McCready; sisters, Gertrude McKendry, Madelyn Spearing and Kate Donnelly; and brothers, John, Lawrence and James.

Mary was raised in Olean. She graduated from Olean High School in 1945 and Rochester Business Institute in 1947.

In Olean, she worked as a telephone operator and at the DEC, before her marriage to Thomas E. Hungerford in 1950 at St. John's Roman Catholic Church, Olean.

She lived in Bolivar for the next 65 years where she was a member of St. Mary's Church and its Altar Society.

Mary had an infectious laugh that could be heard across the room. Born two days after St. Patrick's Day, she was proud of her Irish heritage.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary's Church, 111 Wellsville Street, Bolivar at 11:00 A.M.

Arrangements are under direction of the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., Bolivar. 

New York State Police Blotter

New York State Police Blotter

6/18/24 12:40 p.m.- Stemming from an investigation launched in December 2023 in the Village of Andover, state police arrested Donald S. Remillard, 30, of Andover. He was charged with felony possession of an obscene sexual performance by a child and felony promoting an obscene sexual performance of a child under age 17. He was released on his own recognizance.

6/18/24 1:26 p.m.- After an investigation in the Town of Friendship, Troopers arrested Ivory L. Robinson, 44, of NY, NY. Ivory was charged with felony criminal possession of a weapon-ammo clip and two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance. Court action is pending.