Pat McDonald, Author at MyHometownToday.com

Local business hosting fundraiser for Elmira Animal Shelter

Tuesday, January 23 by Pat McDonald

ELMIRA -- Barb’s Soups on Café will be holding a fundraiser for the Elmira Animal Shelter in February. The fundraiser will be a breakfast event that will take place on Sunday, February 11 from 8 to 11 a.m. at the café, which is located at... Read More.

Everclear to headline Corning’s GlassFest in May

Tuesday, January 23 by Pat McDonald

CORNING -- A popular 90s rock band will be headlining GlassFest in Corning this year. The Corning Gaffer District has announced that Everclear, an alternative rock band that has been performing for 30 years, will be the main act at GlassFest 2024. The band will perform... Read More.

School Closings & Delays for January 23, 2024

Tuesday, January 23 by Pat McDonald

The following school districts are closed or operating on a two-hour delay today (Tuesday, Jan. 23) due to weather conditions: Athens - Closed Sayre - Closed (Flexible Instruction Day) Epiphany - Closed Waverly - Closed Spencer-Van Etten - Closed Troy - Closed (Flexible Instruction Day) Towanda - Closed Northern Tier Career Center... Read More.

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PennDOT provides winter driving advice

Monday, January 22 by Pat McDonald

With sleet and freezing rain forecasted for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 23, 2024, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel. For those who need to travel during winter storms, the department reminds motorists to “Know Before You Go” by checking... Read More.

Guthrie now offering care in former Tyler Memorial Hospital

Monday, January 22 by Pat McDonald

TUNKHANNOCK – Guthrie providers are now seeing patients in the former Tyler Memorial Hospital. According to a press release, Guthrie has relocated its Tunkhannock office from 512 Towne Plaza to the former hospital to offer a better experience and more options for patients. Primary care... Read More.

Two car crash sends at least one to hospital

Tuesday, January 16 by Pat McDonald

ATHENS TOWNSHIP -- A two car accident at the intersection of Lockhart Street and Pennsylvania Avenue that occurred just after 7 p.m. on Monday has sent at least one person to the hospital with unknown injuries. The driver of the red truck, which was traveling... Read More.

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Owlett introduces bill to break down barriers for students to obtain driver permits, gain independence

Tuesday, January 16 by Pat McDonald

HARRISBURG – Responding to concerns raised by area students and teachers, Pennsylvania State Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) has introduced legislation to improve students’ access to taking their learner’s permit exam. “With limited hours at our local DMV and busy schedules for parents, many teens are unable to take the knowledge... Read More.

Apalachin Lions Club 37th annual scholarship program accepting applications

Monday, January 15 by Pat McDonald

The Apalachin Lions Club 37th annual scholarship program will award $3,000 in scholarships to deserving students from the class of 2024 who live in the 13732, and 13760, 18830 zip codes. This covers Apalachin, Campville east to the Broome County line, and Little Meadows, Pennsylvania. The scholarships are awarded to students who have made... Read More.

Warming Center open during frigid days, winter storms at Main Link in Towanda

Monday, January 15 by Pat McDonald

TOWANDA – The United Way of Bradford County, Main Link, YMCA, Christ Episcopal Church and other local organizations have joined forces to open a warming center at the Main Link in Towanda this winter. Definition of Centers: A Warming Center is a temporary facility that... Read More.

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Valley fire departments knock down fires in Athens, Waverly

Monday, January 15 by Pat McDonald

Valley fire departments were busy over the weekend as they battled fires in Athens Borough and Waverly. On Friday night at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Waverly Barton Fire District responded to a structure fire on Elm Street. Firefighters performed an aggressive interior attack while encountering heavy... Read More.

Arnot Ogden Medical Center receives $2.6 million grant

Monday, January 15 by Pat McDonald

ELMIRA -- Congressman Nick Langworthy has announced that the Arnot Ogden Medical Center has received a grant from FEMA for just over $2.6 million. According to FEMA, this grant will fund the enhancement of the emergency power system at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. The... Read More.

Southern Tier Memorial wrestling tournament returning to First Arena this weekend

Thursday, January 11 by Pat McDonald

Courtesy of Valley Sports Report ELMIRA — The second annual Southern Tier Memorial wrestling tournament is set for Friday and Saturday here at the First Area, with 36 teams in the field, including, Sayre, SVEC, Tioga, Waverly, and new this year, Athens. Joining Athens as newcomers to... Read More.

Author: Pat McDonald

Local business hosting fundraiser for Elmira Animal Shelter

Everclear to headline Corning’s GlassFest in May

School Closings & Delays for January 23, 2024

PennDOT provides winter driving advice

Guthrie now offering care in former Tyler Memorial Hospital

Two car crash sends at least one to hospital

Owlett introduces bill to break down barriers for students to obtain driver permits, gain independence

Apalachin Lions Club 37th annual scholarship program accepting applications

Warming Center open during frigid days, winter storms at Main Link in Towanda

Valley fire departments knock down fires in Athens, Waverly

Arnot Ogden Medical Center receives $2.6 million grant

Southern Tier Memorial wrestling tournament returning to First Arena this weekend

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