Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of June 3. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and the scope of work in McKean County for the coming week is as follows:

OLEAN, N.Y., June 4 – Four area seniors recently received the Daniel and Patrick McCarthy Scholarship, managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation, to support their goals of pursuing careers in business.

Andrew Steighner of Portville, Bradley Bergstrom of Hinsdale, Heartly Phipps of Olean and Samuel Edwards of Ellicottville each received the Daniel and Patrick McCarthy Scholarship for various amounts.

Washington, DC, June 4, 2024 – Amy Kessler,Director of Community Development of North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission, was recently elected to the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) Board of Directors for the 2024-2026 term. Kessler represents the East Chapter on the 66-member Board.

Shivraj Goyal, M.D.
Internal Medicine, UPMC

We celebrate dads during the month of June for Father’s Day, but did you know that it’s also the month dedicated to men’s health awareness? Beyond just fathers, all men should take this opportunity to reflect on their health and wellness. An easy first step is to help get them started with an idea of what screenings to keep in mind per their stage in life. Being proactive in the maintenance of health will help keep your loved ones around with a high quality of life.

Any Age

Before delving into each stage and screenings to expect, it’s important to keep lifestyle factors and family history in mind. Things like diet, activity level, plus alcohol and tobacco intake can affect your physician’s suggestions on when to expect certain examinations down the line. Your family history is especially important, as it may mean that these examinations should occur earlier for you personally compared to the average male. For example, if your father has a history of colon cancer, you may start colorectal screenings at the age of 35 instead of the usual 45.

At any age, your mental well-being should be at the forefront of your health concerns. Keep in mind that if you’re experiencing any symptoms of anxiety, depression, or any other mental health issues, it is important to seek professional help sooner rather than later.

20s and 30s

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

Allegany County Department of Health – Board of Health Meeting

DATE: June 11, 2024

TIME: 7:00pm

LOCATION: 7 Court Street, ACDOH Conference Room #306, Belmont, NY 14813

If you have additional questions regarding this meeting, please contact Breeyan Barnes, Confidential Secretary to the Public Health Director at (585) 268-9491 or Breeyan.barnes@alleganyco.gov

*A copy of this notice is posted outside of the elevator on the Third Floor of the County Office Complex*

The public notice can also be viewed on our website:  Allegany County Department of Health, Board of Health, Notice of Public Meeting

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a 5 day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Anthony Fenton, of Bradford, was convicted of Criminal Homicide (Murder in the 3rd degree) and related charges. On May 10, 2021, City of Bradford Police and Paramedics were dispatched to an unresponsive female at an apartment above a storefront on Main Street.  Upon arrival, they found Tammy Presser unresponsive on the phone. 

Fresh Start Produce Sales Initiates Recall of Whole Cucumbers Because of Possible Health Risk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- May 31, 2024 – Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. of Delray, Florida, is recalling whole cucumbers shipped to certain states from May 17th through May 21st, 2024, due to the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, The recalled cucumbers were shipped in bulk cartons from May 17th through May 21st, 2024, directly to retail distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: June 3, 2024):  District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a 5 day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Anthony Fenton, of Bradford, was convicted of Criminal Homicide (Murder in the 3rd degree) and related charges.

On May 10, 2021, City of Bradford Police and Paramedics were dispatched to an unresponsive female at an apartment above a storefront on Main Street.  Upon arrival, they found Tammy Presser unresponsive on the phone.  They noticed severe swelling to her head and neck and significant bruising on her upper right chest. 

The defendant said the victim, later determined to be his girlfriend, had fallen down the stairs from their second-story apartment the night before and ruptured a tumor on the side of her head.  The paramedics were able to stabilize Tammy to allow her to be transported to BRMC but she never regained consciousness.