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Estate Auction–Saturday, October 3rd at 10:00am

| September 30, 2009

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Hit and Run

| September 30, 2009

At 9:21 a hit and run was reported. The incident occurred in the parking lot of Bylle Lanes. The offending vehicle was reported as a 2006 GMC SUV. 3 individuals witnessed the accident.

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Vehicle Fire

| September 30, 2009

At 3:46 pm, a vehicle fire was reported. The fire was just south of Lantz Corners on Route 219. Mount Jewett FD was dispatched to the scene.

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Minor MVA

| September 30, 2009

At 2:30 pm, a minor MVA was reported. The accident occurred at the intersection of North Kendall Ave. and Jackson Ave. No injuries were reported and both vehicles were moved off of the roadway.

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Video Released on Youtube of Mckean County Sheriff Hitting 87 Year old Veteran

| September 29, 2009

The video above shows an 87 year old veteran named Lester Watson.  It also shows Sheriff Brad Mason approaching the individual as he was leaving,  and giving him a jab in the chest before arresting him. This video was posted today on Youtube.

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Rollover at Wal Mart

| September 29, 2009

At 5:14 pm, a report of a rollover was taken at the 911 center. The caller stated that a truck had rolled over in the parking lot at Wal Mart. The caller then reported that the occupants of the vehicle had rolled the vehicle back onto its wheels and were attempting to flee the scene. [...]

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Earthquake Hits near American Samoa

| September 29, 2009

An earthquake measuring 8.3 on the Richter scale has occurred 120 miles south of the American Samoa.  Early estimations predict that a tsunami may hit Hawaii and west coast of the US. A tsunami has already struck American Samoa. Conflicting reports are coming in as to the magnitude of the earthquake.  Initial reports indicate that [...]

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Allegheny Store Fixtures Announces New Hire

| September 29, 2009

Bradford, Pa.-based Allegheny Store Fixtures, a manufacturer of custom store fixtures and interior millwork, announced that Susan Whelan (formerly Susan Smith) has re-joined the company. Whelan, formerly with PAM Intl. and Xerox Corp., has extensive sales experience and is responsible for developing new accounts. She will also assist with developing and implementing new marketing strategies.

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MVA in Keating Township

| September 29, 2009

At 1:51 pm, an MVA was reported in Keating Township. The accident was reported to be on Rt 46, at the intersection of Bordell Crossroads. Initial reports indicated that there was entrapment, and state police communications report that there are injuries. Smethport FD and Priority Care ambulance were dispatched to the scene.

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Bradford Resident Charged with DUI on a Bicycle

| September 29, 2009

On August 20th, at almost 2:00 am, a trooper from the Kane Barracks stopped a bicycle for a summary violation on South Avenue near Elm Street in the City of Bradford. David Mihalko, 29, of Bradford, PA was operating a bicycle on Elm Street when stopped by the trooper. At the time of the stop, [...]

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Lewis Run Man Gets Charged with DUI

| September 28, 2009

Report found at Solomon’s Words A Lewis Run man was found to be DUI when stopped by Kane based troopers in a check-point on Route 59 in Lafayette Township Monday. Leo Hayes, 65, 8489 Rt. 59, Lewis Run, PA, was stopped at 6:15pm in a gold colored 2004 Toyota Tacoma. Further investigation revealed that Hayes [...]

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National Clinical Study Looking for Local Women with Breast Cancer

| September 28, 2009

Breast cancer spreads to the bone in at least one-fourth of all breast cancer patients, and the average life expectancy after a diagnosis of bone metastasis is two years. At the same time, breast cancer treatments are commonly associated with osteoporosis, bone fractures, and pain. Because of this, eligible breast cancer patients now have the [...]

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Kenneth G. “Red” Moore, 75, of Clermont

| September 28, 2009

Kenneth G. “Red” Moore, 75, of Clermont, died Thursday (September 24, 2009) in the Hamot Medical Center, Erie. He was born April 5, 1934 in Shawmut, a son of George W. and Mildred Josephine Himes Moore. On August 2, 1952, in Mt. Jewett, PA, he married Shirley Thompson, who survives. Mr. Moore attended Lafayette Schools, [...]

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Louise V. Wallace, 90, of Bradford

| September 28, 2009

Louise V. Wallace, 90, formerly of 1274 East Main St. passed away Friday, September 25th, 2009 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home. Born December 7, 1918 in Johnstown, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Nanny (Lohr) Crawford. On February 14, 1939, in Johnstown she married Michael A. Wallace who died on September 20, [...]

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Shirley M. Fink, 74, of Bradford

| September 28, 2009

Shirley M. Fink, 74, of 755 Summit Rd., Bradford, passed away, Thursday, September 24th, 2009 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center. Born February 22, 1935, in Bradford, she was the daughter of the late Fred Roth and Alice Mae Cricks. On July 18, 1997, before Judge Yoder she married Ronald L. Fink who survives. Mrs. [...]

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Agricultural Accident on West Washington

| September 28, 2009

At 6:15 pm, an agricultural accident was reported on West Washington Street. The accident occurred in Bradford Township, at 2125 West Washington. A tractor rolled over onto a male patient. The male was said to be conscious, but pinned underneath the tractor. Bradford Township, Corydon Township, and Bradford City FD’s were dispatched along with Bradford [...]

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Fire in Eldred

| September 28, 2009

At 1:03 pm, a fire was reported in Eldred. A tree was reported to be on fire on West Eldred Road, near Fowler Brook Road. Eldred Township FD was dispatched to the scene. eldredtree

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High Wind Advisory in Effect

| September 28, 2009

A strong cold front will push through the Susquehanna this afternoon. Brisk west to southwest winds, and much cooler weather is in store for the first half of the week as a deep upper level low pressure area will remain over eastern Canada and the northeastern states. Temperatures may moderate slightly later this week, but [...]

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MVA near Kennedy Springs Area

| September 28, 2009

At 12:35 pm, Bradford City Ambulance, Lafayette fire department were dispatched to the Kennedy Springs area for an MVA. The accident was reported to be on Route 219. At 12:40, all units were recalled.

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Piece of Wall Falls

| September 28, 2009

At around 11:30 am, a Bradford City Police officer reported a section of wall that fell. The section of wall was on South Ave, near Elm Street. The officer reported that he would stay on scene and keep traffic from running into it until the street department could come to make repairs.

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