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Hikers wanted for Mason Hill hike; new trail shelter nearly finished: Susquehannock Trail Club News by Bill Boyd
Here’s a hike that you don’t want to miss. We have said many times that we are a “trail club” as opposed to a “hiking club,” but then why is the trail there to begin with? Why, to attract hikers of course. So, first...
Northern Tier roads closed due to storms
Update, 5:24 p.m. — PennDOT announced that Station Road and Alder Run Road reopened. Route 154 is still closed, and Camp Brook Road (Route 4019) between Holden Brook Road and the New York state line in Osceola Township is now closed due to trees falling into utilities. NORTHERN TIER, Pa. (WETM) — A handful of […]
Cooling Stations available in the Twin Tiers
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WENY) -- In response to the current heatwave, Chemung County, in collaboration with local agencies has established cooling stations at the following locations:. Steele Memorial Library, 101 E Church St, Elmira, NY 14901. New Beginnings United Methodist Church, 300 E Miller St, Elmira, NY 14904. These cooling...
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Blossburg Memorial Library invites you to story-walk through Blossburg, enjoy exquisite hats and tea time at the historic Penn Wells Hotel with renown milliner Christine Moore, and you’re invited to Pack the Park. These are the headlines today on HPN News, brought to you by Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships.
Betty M. Metcalf
Harrison Valley, Pa. — Betty M. Metcalf, 92, of Harrison Valley, Pa. died Monday, July 8, 2024 in her home. Born March 17, 1932 in Harrison Township, she was the daughter of Ivan L. and Myra I. Outman Kibbe. On March 25, 1950 in Harrison Valley, she married Fred H. Metcalf, who predeceased her on Aug. 10, 2007.
17 Years of Friendship & Hats
When I was growing up, my mom and I loved wearing hats together. Sometimes, the local women’s shop in Wellsboro, Whitmer’s Fashions, would call to have me model the hats for their fashion shows. That was in the 1950’s!. When I saw Christine A. Moore’s hats at...
The 2024 lehighvalleylive.com All-Area Softball Team
Northwestern, Palmerton and Liberty each have multiple representatives on The 2024 lehighvalleylive.com All-Area Softball First Team. The Tigers, the Colonial League champions, and the Blue Bombers each boast three players on the first team. The Hurricanes, the District 11 Class 6A champion, put a pair of representatives on the top squad.
MU's Gustofson sings professional contract
Mansfield Mountaineers standout pitcher Eric Gustofson reached new heights as the Easton native signed a professional contract with the Northern Colorado Owlz of the Pioneer Baseball League. Gustofson is the 61st Mountaineer to ink a professional contract, becoming the first since the 2022 season. “We are excited for the opportunity...
Correction
In the June 27 edition, the wrong information was provided about the scholarships awarded by the Wellsboro Alumni Association. WHS Alumni Council President Robert J. Blair presented eight $1,000 scholarships to Mitchell Butler, Susquehanna University; Emma Elkin, Susquehanna University; Watson Feil, Carnegie Mellon; Hayleigh Gilmour, St. John Fisher; Tristan Lane, Mansfield University; Madeline Mascho, Bloomsburg University; Noah Morey, University of Pittsburgh; and Hayden Zuchowski, Spartan Aeronautics.
Endless Mountain Music Festival opens 17-day season Friday
Maestro Stephen Gunzenhauser and the Festival Orchestra are opening the Endless Mountain Music Festival’s 2024 17-Day Season with three performances this weekend. The orchestra and pianist Jeffrey Biegel are performing the Pennsylvania premiere of Peter Boyer’s new “Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue” at 7 p.m. this Friday, July 19 in Steadman Theatre at Commonwealth University-Mansfield and the iconic “Rhapsody in Blue,” written 100 years ago in 1924 by George Gershwin, at 7 p.m. this Saturday, July 20 at the Corning Museum of Glass Auditorium.
Shades of Grey: Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries expands senior dog programs
Second Chance Animal Care Sanctuaries in Middlebury Center is expanding their services for older pets. The Grey Whiskers program was established this past January and promotes the adoption of senior dogs from the shelter. “There’s a unique stress of senior dogs who are surrendered by their owners. The Grey Whiskers...
Elkland abruptly adjourns meeting
Elkland Borough Council failed to handle agenda business at the July 11 meeting after the agenda was rearranged without comment. After calling the meeting to order, council President Wendy Sherman Graham called an executive session for personnel and legal matters, originally scheduled for later in the meeting. Those attending the meeting were told to leave the building.
Tioga Publishing Tennis All-Stars
Tioga Publishing is proud to announce their 2024 All-Star selections for the boys’ tennis season where Galeton led the way with an incredible season. Galeton turned in a 14-3 record overall in 2024 and was the only area team to reach the second round of the District 4 Playoffs with a first-round victory over Wellsboro before falling in the second round to the powerhouse Lewisburg squad.
MU's Ruff announces resignation
Rondell Ruff, the Mansfield Mountaineers track and field head coach, announced his resignation after a season with Mansfield. “We want to thank Rondell for his work this year and for the successes we achieved.” Director of Athletic Peggy Carl said. “We wish him the very best in his career going forward.”
Community Calendar
Endless Mountain Music Festival — Kicks off tonight at 7 p.m. with “Opening Night Fireworks” in Steadman Theatre, Commonwealth University, Mansfield. There is a fee. FMI: www.endlessmountain.net or 570-787-7800. Food Fun Fridays — 5-8 p.m. at the Courthouse Square in Coudersport with live music, food trucks and...
Tour guide program to provide personal, friendly touch for visitors
WELLSBORO — To encourage repeat tourism visits and word of mouth, local hospitality leaders are developing a program to provide visitors with a warm, personal touch. Clare Ritter and Tracy Fox, both professionals in the hospitality industry, are training volunteers to serve as guides for walking and bus tours. The first group of half a dozen people met July 11 for the initial training.
CCLGA competes over summer months
The Corey Creek Ladies Golf League Association has been competing through the summer months from May until July, with a number of games being played over that timespan. Below, are the results from their league during the past two months. Tuesday, May 7. Game: Ditch the putts: subtract your number...
Wellsboro, CV to compete in 'Battle in the Bowl'
The Wellsboro and Cowanesque Valley football teams will be competing this Saturday, July 20 in Sayre in the second year of the Battle of the Bowl seven-on-seven tournament. The tournament will take place at the Lockhart Street Bowl with 10 teams competing including Elmira Heights, Susquehanna, Schuyler County, Horseheads, Sayre, Spencer-Van Etten, Waverly, Athens, Wellsboro, and CV in a tournament that features not only PA teams, but New York teams as well.
Galeton 5K For Fireworks sees 150 runners
The Galeton 5K For Fireworks took place on Saturday, July 6 where they saw 150 runners compete in the race with Brandon Crosby taking a first-place finish with a time of 20:05.70. The full list of finishers can be found below:. 1. Brandon Crosby — 20:05.70. 2. Carl Bryant...
Lindley man arrested on weapon charges after search
LINDLEY, N.Y. (WETM) – A Lindley man has been arrested on weapons charges after an incident that occurred last week at a home on Carriage Drive. According to New York State Police, troopers from Painted Post were called to the home in the town of Lindley for the report of a distraught man who was […]
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