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Towanda man sentenced to life in prison for child porn

Wednesday, July 22 by Pat McDonald

A Towanda man who was arrested in March for sending and receiving explicit videos involving young children has been sentenced to life in prison. According to court documents, 62-year-old Robert L. Heath pleaded guilty on June 22nd to felony dissemination of photos or film of... Read More.

Police looking for man wanted for sexual assault in Athens

Wednesday, July 22 by Pat McDonald

Police in Bradford County are looking for the public’s help in finding a man wanted for sexual assault. According to the Bradford County Sheriff’s Office and Athens Township Police, Larry M. Chilson, Jr. is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Athens Township on July... Read More.

Salsman back in state prison for gun charge while on parole

Tuesday, July 21 by Pat McDonald

Former Bradford County District Attorney Chad Salsman is heading back to state prison. Salsman was sentenced to two months to five years on the charge of person not to possess a firearm. “What is troubling about this case is that Salsman was only out on State... Read More.

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Former PSU player begins 9 to 23 month jail sentence for fatal ATV crash

Tuesday, July 21 by Pat McDonald

Former Penn State and Ohio State wide receiver Julian Crushshon-Fleming is now behind bars after being sentenced for the fatal ATV crash in Bradford County last year. Crushshon-Fleming pleaded guilty to driving under the influence and involuntary manslaughter on April 30. He was driving an ATV... Read More.

California man accused of trying to steal nearly $3 million in tungsten oxide powder from GTP

Thursday, July 16 by Pat McDonald

A California man who allegedly attempted to steal nearly $3 million dollars worth of tungsten oxide powder from Global Tungsten and Powders last month is behind bars. According to police, 31-year-old Deepak Kumar of Fresno has been charged with felony counts of theft by unlawful... Read More.

Pickett, Yaw announce $5.8 million for New Albany wastewater plant project

Thursday, July 16 by Pat McDonald

Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced $5.8 million in state funding has been awarded to New Albany Borough through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) for construction of a new wastewater treatment plant. The project will also include the installation of... Read More.

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Hallstead man accused of killing three people

Wednesday, July 15 by Pat McDonald

A Hallstead man has been charged with three counts of criminal homicide. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, 29-year-old Garrett Austin Johnson is accused of killing three people on Baptist Hill Road in Great Bend. Police said they recovered the gun used in the crime. Johnson was... Read More.

Roberta Coleman announces resignation as Executive Director of United Way of Bradford County

Wednesday, July 15 by Pat McDonald

Coleman to step down effective August 1, 2026; leadership transition underway with Lissa Clayborn to assume role Roberta Coleman has announced her resignation as Executive Director of the United Way of Bradford County, effective August 1, 2026. Over the past 18 months, Coleman has served... Read More.

Troy Fair set for July 27-Aug. 1

Wednesday, July 15 by Pat McDonald

The grandstand lineup is officialy set for the 2026 Troy Fair, which will take place from July 27 to Aug. 1 at Alparon Park in Troy. The tractor pull will be held on Monday, July 27th. Popular Christian Rock Band Skillet will perform at the Troy... Read More.

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Heat advisory in effect from 11 to 8 today

Tuesday, July 14 by Pat McDonald

A heat advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today (Tuesday, July 14) in the Twin Tiers. Accuweather is expecting heat index values to reach up to 102 degrees. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illnesses. People should drink plenty of... Read More.

Gov. Shapiro signs 2026-27 budget, local lawmakers react

Tuesday, July 14 by Pat McDonald

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed the 2026-27 state budget on Sunday. The $50.8 billion dollar spending plan was negotiated by the Pennsylvania House and Senate, which both passed the budget with bipartisan support. The budget passed by Senate by a 44-6 margin, while the House approved... Read More.

Kids Night in the Park set for July 25 in Ridgebury

Tuesday, July 14 by Pat McDonald

A Kids Night in the Park will be held at the Ridgebury Township Community Park later this month. The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 25. There will be a touch-a-truck, kids activities, food and live music. A fireworks show will... Read More.

Bradford County, PA

Towanda man sentenced to life in prison for child porn

Police looking for man wanted for sexual assault in Athens

Salsman back in state prison for gun charge while on parole

Former PSU player begins 9 to 23 month jail sentence for fatal ATV crash

California man accused of trying to steal nearly $3 million in tungsten oxide powder from GTP

Pickett, Yaw announce $5.8 million for New Albany wastewater plant project

Hallstead man accused of killing three people

Roberta Coleman announces resignation as Executive Director of United Way of Bradford County

Troy Fair set for July 27-Aug. 1

Heat advisory in effect from 11 to 8 today

Gov. Shapiro signs 2026-27 budget, local lawmakers react

Kids Night in the Park set for July 25 in Ridgebury

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