Bradford County, PA Archives - Page 66 of 137

Waverly man arrested after allegedly leading police on high-speed chase

Wednesday, May 15 by Pat McDonald

A Waverly man is in the Bradford County Jail after police say he led them on a chase that reached speeds over 100 miles per hour on Sunday.According to Athens Township Police, 37-year-old Cody J. Blake was arrested following a chase that stretched over... Read More.

Sayre Elks to hold chicken BBQ on Saturday, May 18

Wednesday, May 15 by Pat McDonald

The Sayre Elks will hold a chicken BBQ fundraiser on Saturday, May 18th.The cost is $9 for chicken and $11 for a full dinner, including baked beans and salt potatoes.Chicken will be ready at 11 a.m. at the Sayre Elks, located at 117 South... Read More.

Single lane conditions on Route 6 in Wyalusing, Tuscarora and Wysox Townships

Wednesday, May 15 by Pat McDonald

Motorists are advised that a guide rail upgrade project will begin on Thursday, May 16 on Route 6 in Wyalusing, Tuscarora, and Wysox Townships in Bradford County, according to a press release from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. On Thursday, May 16, the contractor, Penn... Read More.

Towanda man convicted of arson

Tuesday, May 14 by Pat McDonald

A Towanda man was convicted of arson in Bradford County Court on Tuesday.According to the Bradford County District Attorney’s Office, 62-year-old Robert Wayne Devine was convicted of arson, endangering property, a second-degree felony following his arrest on August 27, 2023.Devine was arrested when a... Read More.

UPDATE: Missing Athens woman found

Tuesday, May 14 by Pat McDonald

The woman who was missing in Athens Borough was found and transported to Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital at around 4 p.m. on Tuesday, according to the Athens Borough Police.Multiple agencies worked together to do an aggressive land, water and air search of Sayre, Athens... Read More.

Sayre teen sentenced for fatal crash

Monday, May 13 by Pat McDonald

A Sayre teenager has been sentenced to a minimum of six months in jail for involuntary manslaughter following a fatal car accident that occurred last August.According to the Bradford County District Attorney’s Office, 19-year-old Ocean A. Hobbie was sentenced to six months to two... Read More.

Guthrie Gallop set for Saturday

Monday, May 13 by Pat McDonald

The 40th annual Guthrie Gallop will take place this Saturday in Sayre.The event includes both a 5K and 10K race and will begin at the historic Sayre Theatre at 8 a.m.All proceeds from the Guthrie Gallop benefit the Guthrie Cancer Care Fund.To register go... Read More.

Route 199 reconstruction project continues this week in Athens, Sayre

Sunday, May 12 by Pat McDonald

A four-year reconstruction project continues this week on Route 199 in Sayre and Athens. The 2.6-mile project is located .44-mile north of the intersection with Route 1056 (Front Street) in Athens Borough to the intersection with Interstate 17 (Southern Tier Expressway) at the New... Read More.

Towanda man arrested for alleged road rage incident, domestic violence

Sunday, May 12 by Pat McDonald

A Towanda man has been arrested for his alleged role in a road rage incident as well as a series of domestic violence incidents.According to the Pennsylvania State Police, 31-year-old Elijah Boone has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, terroristic threats... Read More.

Help rebuild Owego’s iconic Strawberry!

Thursday, May 9 by Pat McDonald

Carving to take place during the 42nd Annual Strawberry FestivalOWEGO -- The chainsaw carved, bright red, wooden Strawberry that sits proudly on the Front Street bank of the Susquehanna River has served for years as a local stop, attracting residents and visitors, and serving... Read More.

Bradford County Dept. of Public Safety to coordinate MCI exercise

Wednesday, May 8 by Pat McDonald

The Bradford County Department of Public Safety will be coordinating an MCI, or Mass Casualty Incident, exercise at Alparon Park, located 146 Gate 1 Lane in Troy, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, May 29.According to a press release, this exercise is designed to test the abilities... Read More.

Local churches hosting free Narcan and CPR training

Wednesday, May 8 by Pat McDonald

St. John Lutheran Church and the Church of the Redeemer are teaming up with the Endless Mountains Behavioral Health Center to hold a free Narcan and hands-only CPR training.The event will be held on Saturday, May 18th from 9 to 11 a.m. at the... Read More.