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Scary Times  Free Access 

Pa. public schools fear tougher budget year awaits
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A year that has been hard on Pennsylvania’s public school budgets, particularly in the state’s poorest districts, could be followed by an even tougher... More

DISTRICT FACING $700K DEFICIT

By KRISTY WESTBROOK
Staff Writer

TIOGA CENTER — Superintendent Scot Taylor spoke with the Tioga Central School Board Wednesday about some of the early numbers for next year’s budget, which includes a $700,000... More

ZONING HEARING BOARD TO DISCUSS CVS PROPOSAL

By WARREN HOWELER
Times Editor

SAYRE — The borough’s zoning hearing board will meet next month to discuss the two variances that are being sought for the development of a new CVS/pharmacy location at the corner of Keystone Avenue and Tuscarora... More

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Obituaries  Free Access 

FUNERALS - 2013-06-19
Mildred Isabel French Arnold Briggs, 85 - 2013-06-18
FUNERALS - 2013-06-18
FUNERALS - 2013-06-17
Cody Rae Seymour - 2013-06-17
Andrew J. Viselli, 85 - 2013-06-15
FUNERALS - 2013-06-15
Andrew J. Viselli, 85 - 2013-06-14
Barbara Ann Madigan, 65 - 2013-06-14
FUNERALS - 2013-06-14

Local News

Residents voice concerns over proposed watershed

By ANGELA VARANO
Staff Writer

RIDGEBURY — Residents expressed concern during Wednesday’s township meeting over the proposed $6.4 million Bentley Creek Watershed Project that is currently being... More

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DATEBOOK

WAVERLY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING will be held on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012, at the Waverly Village Hall, Ithaca Street in Waverly. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. All are... More

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Lifestyles

February American Red Cross blood drives in Bradford County

MONDAY, FEBRUARY06, 2012 at Hurley's Super Market - 387 York Avenue, Towanda, Pa., 1:15 p.m. - 5 p.m.;MONDAY, FEBRUARY 06, 2012 at Troy CommunityHospital - 100 John Street, Troy, Pa., 10... More

THE MANY WARMTHS OF WINTER

Blood Donors Warm The Hearts Of Patients
For the Morning Times

When the bitterness of winter sets in, many find comfort and warmth in different ways. Snuggling up under a blanket, a hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate, a warm bowl of soup, or wearing comfy clothes are some of the most popular things people... More

Epiphany students learn science is fun with scientists from GTP

Students at the Epiphany school received a visit from some scientists from GTP at the school on Monday, January 30,... More

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Research: Lack of drilling tax costing state $300M

By WARREN HOWELER
Times Editor

HARRISBURG — The members of a nonpartisan, statewide policy research project is claiming that the lack of a natural gas drilling tax has cost the commonwealth of Pennsylvania $300 million in... More

‘It’s about protecting our citizens’

By KRISTY WESTBROOK
Staff Writer

SAYRE — A few weeks after video cameras were placed on Desmond Street by the borough of Sayre, many residents seem to have positive reactions to the... More

CASEY RELEASES PAYROLL TAX CUT DATA

By WARREN HOWELER
Times Editor

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Employees in Bradford County would receive between $400 and $800 in addit ional take-home pay this year if Congress extends the 2 percent payroll tax cut for the remainder of 2012, according to U.S.... More

Sports

Knights advance at District Duals

Morning Times

TOWANDA — Towanda opened the District IV Duals in fine fashion, rolling to a 45-15 win over... More

Setting the stage  Free Access 

Athens grad helps put together Super Bowl
By PAT McDONALD
Associate Editor

ATHENS — A wise man once said, “sometimes it’s better to be lucky than... More

Sayre boys roll past Northeast

By DAVE POST
Sports Editor

SAYRE — In high school basketball, a lopsided win in an early game can sometimes lead to a less-than-stellar effort the next time the teams... More

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Opinion

TODAY IN HISTORY

Today is Thursday, Feb. 2, the 33rd day of 2012. There are 333 days left in the year. This is Groundhog Day. Today’s Highlight in History: On Feb. 2, 1912, Frederick... More

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SWEET LAND OF LIBERTY

Supreme Court fumbles return of personal privacy
NAT HENTOFF

I was thrilled to see this headline on the American Civil Liberties Union’s website after the Supreme Court’s unanimous Jan. 23 ruling on United States... More

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Entertainment

JEAN GORSKI WINS AT BRIDGE

Jean Gorski of Sayre was the winner at the Valley Bridge Club's Tuesday afternoon bridge game in Sayre on Jan. 24. Tied for second place were Sarah Ransom of Sayre, Eileen Shedd and Jeffrey Dann of Athens... More

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the animals during COURTSHIP TAILS at the Binghamton Zoo!

For the Morning Times

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — The Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park will be holding our Fifth Annual Courtship Tails event on two weekends this... More

SEVEN WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR PUBLIC SPEAKING

For the Morning Times

WAVERLY— “Seven Ways to Improve Your Public Speaking” will be presented at the Barrier Breakers Toastmasters Club meeting on Thursday, February 23, 6:15 to 8 p.m. at the Waverly Free Library. The public is invited to... More

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