PennDOT provides winter driving advice

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.

Epiphany School to Host Open House

Epiphany School in Sayre will be hosting an open house on Sunday, January 28th, from 12:15 to 2 PM. You can meet their dedicated teachers, explore student project displays and enjoy their book fair. Religion and residency do not matter; all families from both... Read More.

Two car crash sends at least one to hospital

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.

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

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.

Valley fire departments knock down fires in Athens, Waverly

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.

Sayre VFW to host Valley Idol 2024

SAYRE – The Sayre VFW Post 1536 and Thomas James Entertainment have announced that Valley Idol 2024 will be held March 23 and 30, April 6 and the finale on April 13.Try Outs are March 9 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. and March... Read More.