Public Natural Gas Service Expanding in Region
Relieved to finally have the public natural gas project for Tunkhannock underway are (above, from left) PA Department of Community & Economic Development executive secretary Scott Dunkleberger, Wyoming County commissioner Tom Henry, Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce president Gina Suydam, and UGI director of business development Don Brominski. Photos andContinue Reading
New Stretch of D&H Rail Trail Opens in Susquehanna County
Celebrating the opening of the 6.5-mile D&H Rail Trail segment between Ararat and Herrick townships in Susquehanna County on Thursday were (from left) DCED northeast regional director Paul Macknosky, Susquehanna County Commissioner Mary Ann Warren, Endless Mountains Heritage Region director Cain Chamberlin, Commissioner Alan Hall, PA Rail-Trails director Lynn Conrad,Continue Reading
Senator Casey Gets Big Welcome in Wyalusing
After his address to an audience of at least 90 supporters in Wyalusing on Tuesday, Sen. Bob Casey Jr. moved among the crowd and made personal moments for many local residents, including (from left) Janet Lewis, Lynda Warner and Gene Anne Woodruff. Photos and Story by Rick Hiduk Exclusive toContinue Reading
Baker Announces Wyoming County Office Hours
Submitted Article Senator Lisa Baker announced that Field Representative Tom Yoniski will be available for consultation from 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 7 in the Commissioners’ Office Conference Room inside the Wyoming County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Tunkhannock. Appointments are welcome but not necessary. Constituents are encouragedContinue Reading
Was Fall Just a Myth?
This cloud mass over Cherry Township in Sullivan County on Thursday shows the dynamics of the clashing seasons with both downdrafts and swirling updrafts. Saturday’s weather was similar as a chilly afternoon rain replaced somewhat mild morning temperatures. Photo by Karen Black Anyone hoping for an Indian Summer – aContinue Reading
State FFA President Visits PA Capitol
Jenna Harnish (above, left) of Ulster was welcomed to the state Capitol in Harrisburg by Rep. Tina Pickett (right) on Oct. 9. Harnish was recently selected as the 2018-19 Pennsylvania State FFA president. Also congratulation Jenna were (top. Left) Rep. Clint Owlett (Bradford/Tioga/Potter) and (right) Rep. Martin Causer (Potter/Cameron/McKean), whoContinue Reading
South Creek Lions Update Calendar
Submitted Article Harvest Dinner The South Creek Lions Club Harvest Dinner is Saturday, Nov. 10. The menu includes Turkey & Roast Beef with “Real” Mashed Potatoes, Home Baked Squash, Turkey Stuffing, Vegetables, Baked Beans, Pies and our own Fresh Baked Bread. Cost is $10 per person. The South Creek LionsContinue Reading
Pickett Receives Honor for Pro-Small Business Record
Submitted Article To thank Rep. Tina Pickett (Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) for her strong legislative record to support pro-small business policies in the Commonwealth, the Pennsylvania chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has awarded her with the Guardian of Small Business Award. “As a former small business owner, I knowContinue Reading
Renowned Harp/Guitarist Scheduled at Keystone Theatre
Submitted Article Muriel Anderson’s visual show, “Wonderlust,” will be presented at the Keystone Theatre, 601 Main St., Towanda, at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Admission is $15. About Muriel Anderson: One of the world’s foremost fingerstyle guitarists and harp-guitarists First woman to have won the National Fingerstyle Guitar ChampionshipContinue Reading
High School Graduation Flexibility Legislation Passes PA House
Rep. Jonathan Fritz (Susquehanna/Wayne) reported that the House passed legislation this week that would remove the heavy focus on standardized testing as a requirement to graduate and instead allow students various options to show proficiency in pursuing their own career paths. “This is excellent news,” said Fritz. “This legislation wouldContinue Reading