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Council takes three actions to help flood victims

SAYRE — The Sayre Borough Council Thursday took three actions which will help residents in Milltown and the municipality’s East Side that were impacted by last month’s... More

Celebrate Halloween with Williams Trunk-or-Treat

ATHENS — If you enjoy trick-or-treating, but you live in a rural area or you just want somewhere safe to take your children, you are invited to come to the Williams Ford Lincoln service lot (formerly Croft Ford) on Main Street in Athens, to... More

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Sports

Jarvis returns to lead Athens wrestling  Free Access 

ATHENS — During the past several decades, Athens wrestlers have been fortunate to be coached by some of the most talented and successful coaches in the area. Now, one of those coaches is coming back to rebuild the Wildcats’... More

Tioga Central sweeps past Newark Valley

TIOGA CENTER — Tioga Central warmed up for Monday’s 6:30 p.m. rematch at Edison with a 3-0 sweep of Newark Valley. The Lady Tigers won the sets 25-13, 25-14 and... More

Waverly swims away from Dryden

WAVERLY — The Lady Wolverines celebrated senior and parents’ day Thursday by winning nine of 11 swimming events on the way to a 106-80 Interscholastic Athletic Conference win over... More

State News

Police conduct wide probe in Philly basement case

PHILADELPHIA(AP) — Detectives re-interviewed witnesses, sorted through tips and examined evidence Thursday as they tried to piece together a more complete picture of what police describe as a horrific Social Security fraud scheme in which four... More

AP: Newly created Pa. drug, alcohol agency on hold

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A new state agency for drug and alcohol issues has been put on hold by the Corbett administration because of unexpectedly high costs to set it up and a need for further... More

National News

EPA to regulate disposal of fracking wastewater

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Federal environmental regulators say they will develop national standards for the disposal of polluted wastewaters generated by hydraulic fracturing for natural... More

The world considers Gadhafi’s end

Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi was killed today as his hometown fell to the onetime rebels who ousted him, ending the last vestiges of control for the man once hailed as the “king of kings of... More

Hughes appointed athletic director

WAVERLY— The Waverly School Board appointed Charlie Hughes interim athletic director at its meeting... More

Trustees oppose ‘excessive’ water rate increase

NICHOLS – At a special meeting Thursday, Village of Nichols Board of Trustees passed a resolution that the village “strongly opposes” the proposed water rate increase of 37.5 percent by United Water... More

Rec employee pleads guilty to petit larceny

WAVERLY — Recreation Department employee John R. “Buzzy” Bowman plead guilty Tuesday to the charge of misdemeanor petit... More

COUNCIL VOTES TO REFINANCE $7.5M

SAYRE — The Sayre Borough Council Thursday voted to refinance the municipality’s two bond issues, which total $7.5... More

Roll offs to be located at transfer station

BARTON — Even though the Barton Transfer Station on state Route 17C will be closed until further notice due to severe flooding from tropical storm Lee, the Tioga County Legislature announced Thursday will be temporarily locating roll offs at... More

Obituaries  Free Access 

Calvin C. Cole, 86 - 2013-05-18
Rose D. Roberts - 2013-05-18
FUNERALS - 2013-05-18
FUNERALS - 2013-05-17
Maleah Mae Thurston - 2013-05-16
FUNERALS - 2013-05-16
Hilda Elsbree Barrett - 2013-05-15
FUNERALS - 2013-05-15
Phyllis Martin Adam - 2013-05-14
Bertha E. Gregory - 2013-05-14
James E. Barton - 2013-05-14
Funerals - 2013-05-14

Local News

Car donated for GVCC fall auction

WAVERLY— The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the top item for the Third Annual Fall Auction was again donated by Williams Auto... More

DATEBOOK

FREE BLOOD GLUCOSE, BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING on the second Tuesday of every month at the Sayre Senior Center has been cancelled until further notice. SAYRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM, Lehigh Ave., Sayre is open 10 a.m. to 4... More

RPH, Troy Community Hospital cardiac rehabilitation programs certified by industry leader

SAYRE — Guthrie Healthcare System is proud to announce the certification of Robert Packer and Troy Community Hospital cardiac rehabilitation programs by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation... More

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YESTERDAY’S TIMES

Monday, Oct. 22, 200110 Years Ago TodayRenowned deer expert preaches patiencePatience is not only a proverbial virtue, it is a necessity when stalking thewhitetail... More

TODAY IN HISTORY

Today is Friday, Oct. 21, the 294th day of 2011. There are 71 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Oct. 21, 1879, Thomas Edison perfected a workable electric light at his laboratory in Menlo Park, N.J. On this... More

Lifestyles

HARRIET CHILD PTG TO HOST HAUNTED HOUSE

SMITHFIELD — The Harriet Child Parent Teacher Group is sponsoring a haunted house on Friday and Saturday, October 21 and 22, at the East Smithfield VFW building. The haunted house begins at 7 p.m and runs until 9:30... More

Thoughts on fall and a homemade pear bread recipe

October 17 is always a reminder to me of my parents anniversary. They were happily married for 42 years before Dad’s passing away in 2000. We still miss them dearly but they left us many good... More

CARANTOUAN GREENWAY DESIGNATES TREE IDENTIFICATION TRAILS

ATHENS TOWNSHIP — Funded by a Bradford County Environmental mini-grant, Carantouan Greenway volunteers established tree identification trains at Athens Township’s Round Top Park and Mt. Pigsah State Park this... More

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FRUGAL LIVING

USE CORNCOB STOCK

Dear Sara: I froze corn today and am wondering what I can make with the broth. It smells too good to throw away. -- B.F., Pennsylvania Dear B.F.: I'd use corn stock in soup, chowder or... More

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STRIVE TO IMPRESS WITH WELLWRITTEN EMAILS

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am a college student, and I frequently have to respond to professors via email. What is the proper, respectful way to set up an email? Should there be a greeting? -- Mary, Bronx,... More

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