Heritage Region Confirms New Board Members and Officers
New board members of the Endless Mountains Heritage Region confirmed on Wednesday evening include (above, from right) Denise Lambert, Lynnelle Welch, and Chris Brown. Sandra Wilmot (left) returned to the board to resume representation for Susquehanna County. Board members and supporters of the Endless Mountains Heritage Region (EMHR) met atContinue Reading
Fancy Fair Moves to Fire Hall
The annual Fancy Fair of the Oldest House in Laceyville will be held on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 14 and 15 at the Laceyville Goodwill Fire Company on Main Street. Oldest House volunteers invite the public to shop, linger over lunch or coffee and catch up with old friends. From 9Continue Reading
Opportunity For Those Considering Renewable Wood
The Endless Mountains Resource Conservation and Development Council (EMRCD) has a program to promote the use of wood as a renewable home heating fuel for residents of Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Lycoming counties. Those considering switching to a renewable home heat source are being offered an opportunity for a $500 cost-shareContinue Reading
Sen. Baker Bill Expands ‘PA One Call’ to Increase Public Safety
PA One Call is set to expire at the end of the year unless the law is reauthorized. Also known as 811, the communications system helps prevent damage to underground utilities and avoid tragedies by requiring companies and people to “Call Before You Dig.” That information is then used to determine ifContinue Reading
BCRAC and Piatigorsky Foundation Present Pianist Dowling in Concert
The Bradford County Regional Arts Council and the Piatigorsky Foundation are pleased to present Pianist Richard Dowling (above), in concert in the Guthrie Performing Arts Center at the Sayre Theatre at 7:30 pm on Monday, Oct. 17. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door. The performance is madeContinue Reading
Oktoberfest Set For October 8 In Dushore
Dushore is welcoming October to Sullivan County with a day of laughs, smiles, and fun for everyone who attends the second annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 8 from noon to 6 pm. The Dushore Area Business Association has put together some interesting and fun events to make this autumn celebration one that attendeesContinue Reading
Unique Collaboration Leads to Susquehanna County Sign Unveiling
The Susquehanna County Historical Society Museum in Montrose (top) is just one of more than two-dozen heritage destinations in Susquehanna County featured on a new map and sign (above) to be erected in Forest City later this month. The public is invited to the unveiling of two new signs in downtownContinue Reading
Guided Hikes Planned on Loyalsock Trail
The Loyalsock State Forest will host a Fall Hike again this year on Sunday, Oct. 23. This trek will feature the Matt Mertes Trail (top) and the Weitzel Hollow Trail (above), which are some of the lesser known trails in the district. While this hike is only three miles long,Continue Reading
United Way Raises the Bar After Very Successful Year
Photos and story by Rick Hiduk On the first day of autumn, the United Way of Bradford County (UWBC) celebrated a record year in terms of agencies and people reached by funds raised through increasingly successful campaigns under the direction of Kerri Strauss and the dedicated efforts of a motivatedContinue Reading
Student Leadership Group Advised on Law & Order
Sophomore participants in the Wyalusing Youth Leadership program visited the Bradford County Courthouse and other locations on Sept. 22. County Sheriff C.J. Walters was one of several public officials and lawyers to speak with the teens. Photo and story by Rick Hiduk The Wyalusing Youth Leadership Program was started threeContinue Reading