Pickett Announces January Office, Veterans Service Hours
Residents who may be in need of forms, applications or information about state programs and services can obtain them from either of Rep. Tina Pickett’s (Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) satellite office locations during specialized hours during the month of January, she announced today. “January will undoubtedly bring snow and icy weather to ourContinue Reading
Barnes Acres Shining Example of Wysox Township’s Agricultural Heritage
The story of Sherman and Ann Barnes (above) is a testament to the deep attraction that Wysox Township holds for so many families. They maintain a joy of country living that endears them to their neighbors and other friends. Known to many as sheep farmers, the Barnes’s history in theContinue Reading
Larger Budget Forces Tax Increase in Wyoming County
By Rick Hiduk (As published in the Jan. 4 edition of the Rocket-Courier) The Wyoming County Commissioners maintain that a tax increase was unavoidable to meet higher costs faced by the county in the coming year. Approved at their Dec. 26 meeting, the 2018 budget includes an approximate $250,000 increaseContinue Reading
Meshoppen Borough Maintains Status Quo
Participants in the Jan. 2 meeting of the Meshoppen Borough Council included (above, from left) councilman Jack Vaow, mayor Bruce Marshall, council president John Bunnell, secretary Phyllis Adams, treasurer Christine Swilley, and council members Doris Pickett, Mike Voorhees, and Bruce Priestner. (Absent from the reorganization meeting were council members MikeContinue Reading
Wyoming County Allocates and Modifies CDBG Funding
On Dec. 26, the Wyoming County Commissioners (top) took into consideration and unanimously passed a pair of grant proposals presented by Wyoming County Housing & Redevelopment Authority grants administrator Lisa Hahn (above). Photos and Story by Rick Hiduk (As published in the Jan. 4 edition of the Rocket-Courier) During theirContinue Reading
Room Tax Grants will Fund Trail Brochure and Brew Fest
Wyoming County Commissioner Judy Mead (above) announces the winners of this year’s Room Tax grants, which represent a nearly $20,000 increase over funds allotted for 2017 projects. Photos and Story by Rick Hiduk The Wyoming County Cultural Center (top) proved to be the biggest winner when Room Tax grant disbursementsContinue Reading
Laceyville Meeting Results in New Leaders, New Office Hours, and Lower Taxes
A reorganized Laceyville Borough Council met on Tuesday evening, including (back, from left) Phil Brewer, Courtney Salsman, Kenneth Johnson, Mary Robinson, (front) Kristy Fassett, Randy Brigham, and Henry Laboranti. Photo and Story by Rick Hiduk With newly reelected Laceyville mayor Phil Brewer already sworn in, Brewer started the first meetingContinue Reading
Coldest Weather of the Season on Tap
Photos by Rick Hiduk The bright sunshine of the past few days did little to bring temperatures up over Meshoppen and Mehoopany Township as seen from Meshopany Ridge yesterday. Light snow this morning will give way to wicked winds and brutally cold temperatures. Shelter your animals and watch those waterContinue Reading
Wyoming County Joins Opioid Lawsuit
Wyoming County Commissioner Ron Williams (above, right) looks on as commissioner Tom Henry reads Resolution 2017-3 detailing the county’s lawsuit against major producers and distributors of prescription opiates they say have created a costly culture of drug abuse and addiction. Story and Photo by Rick Hiduk (As published in theContinue Reading
Car-Selling Business Partners Proud to Carry on Moore Values
Kevin Chamberlin (above, left) and Vince Arena agree that they learned most of what they know about the car and camper business from previous Moore’s Auto & RV Sales owners Willy and Steve Moore. They strive to maintain a customer base that reaches back several generations by providing personalized serviceContinue Reading