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Milan man facing federal charge for alleged $350K benefit theft

Sunday, August 24 by Matt Hicks

A 75-year-old Milan man was charged with federal wire fraud for allegedly stealing more than $350,000 in Social Security and Veterans benefits. Between April 2005 and March 2022, Richard Burke withdrew $350,634.23 in benefit payments from his deceased mother’s bank account, according to Acting U.S.... Read More.

Yaw: $85M awarded for broadband expansion in 23rd District

Sunday, August 24 by Matt Hicks

More than $84.7 million dollars has provisionally been awarded to internet providers across the 23rd Senatorial District to expand broadband access to areas without access or that are underserved. The list of recipients includes the Central Bradford Progress Authority, Claverack Communications, Comcast and Verizon. The... Read More.

Woman killed, Sayre man charged in fatal UTV accident in Susquehanna County

Saturday, August 23 by Pat McDonald

One woman was killed and a Sayre man was arrested following a fatal UTV crash in Susquehanna County last month.According to the Pennsylvania State Police, 55-year-old Delores Lane was killed in the accident near the intersection of Irish Hill Road and Guiton Road in... Read More.

Towanda Porchfest set for Sept. 6

Thursday, August 21 by Pat McDonald

The Towanda Porchfest will return to downtown Towanda next month.The annual event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6 from noon to 7 p.m., and will feature live music on front lawns and porches throughout Towanda Borough.Musicians can sign up to perform at the... Read More.

Pipe replacement project begins next week in Ulster

Thursday, August 21 by Pat McDonald

Motorists are advised that preparation work will begin next week for a pipe replacement project on Route 220 in Ulster Township. Starting Monday, August 25, the contractor, L.C. Whitford, will begin tree removal and placing environmental control measures along Route 220, approximately a half mile south... Read More.

Epiphany to remain closed after threat; will open again Monday

Wednesday, August 20 by Dave Radigan

UPDATE: On the first day of the 2025-26 school year, students at the Epiphany Elementary School in Sayre were evacuated, Wednesday mid-day, after a threat was made by email toward the school. Epiphany students were taken to Sayre's Snyder Elementary School where they were... Read More.

BREAKING NEWS: Epiphany School evacuated after threat

Wednesday, August 20 by Pat McDonald

On the first day of the 2025-26 school year, students at the Epiphany Elementary School in Sayre were evacuated on Wednesday after a threat was made toward the school.Epiphany students were taken to the Snyder Elementary School where they were being picked up by... Read More.

Sayre, Epiphany students head back to school

Wednesday, August 20 by Pat McDonald

Students in the Sayre School District and Epiphany School will return to the classroom this morning for the start of the 2025-26 school year.In a Facebook post, the Sayre School District reminded motorists to watch out for school buses and students before and after... Read More.

Epiphany Church, Valley United Presbyterian Church continue How to Experience Life through the Senses series tonight

Wednesday, August 20 by Pat McDonald

The Epiphany Roman Catholic Church and Valley United Presbyterian Church are continuing their series How to Experience Life Through the Senses tonight.Each Wednesday in August, the community is invited to attend the series. This week's event will feature Rec. Rachel Helgeson talking about Hearing... Read More.

Pa. man sentenced to state prison for assaulting woman, state trooper

Tuesday, August 19 by Pat McDonald

A Pennsylvania man will spend time in state prison after he assaulted a woman and a state trooper last year.According to the Bradford County District Attorney’s Office, 37-year-old Joseph Caporusso was sentenced to a minimum of 15 months to a maximum of 10 years... Read More.

Sayre Borough hosting final Summer Splash, End of Summer Celebration this weekend

Tuesday, August 19 by Pat McDonald

It will be a busy weekend in Sayre as two major events are set to take place.The first will be the final Downtown Sayre Summer Splash Party of 2025 on Friday night.The block party will be held on South Elmer Ave. from the Elks... Read More.

Bradford County Commissioners supporting local food pantries during state budget stalemate

Monday, August 18 by Pat McDonald

The Bradford County Commissioners said they would help local food pantries remained fully stocked as state lawmakers continue to fight over the 2025-26 budget.According to the Bradford Sentinel, the commissioners will allocate $25,000 to support five local food pantries – the Bentley Creek Pantry,... Read More.