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Night at the Museum series to explore silent films

Wednesday, June 18 by Matt Hicks

The Bradford County Historical Society will explore the beginning of the silent film era Friday as part of its Friday Night at the Museum series. Starting at 6 p.m., educator Tom Schuster will present this history while also highlighting the many stars and directors from Bradford... Read More.

Towanda woman faces DUI, child endangerment charges following crash

Thursday, June 12 by Matt Hicks

A Towanda woman faces DUI and multiple endangering the welfare of children charges following a May 30 crash in Asylum Township. Pennsylvania State Police say 31-year-old Paige Williams crashed her Subaru into a tree while traveling east on TipTop Road with three children in the... Read More.

PIAA District 4 playoffs open this weekend for 4 Bradford schools seeking titles

Friday, November 3 by Bill Moyer

Four schools in Bradford County will take the field this weekend, while one has a first-round bye, in PIAA District 4 football playoffs. Undefeated Troy plays at home as Class AA top-seeded team. Wyalusing, also in Class AA, faces a two-hour bus ride to... Read More.

Important dates for PA voters to remember for upcoming municipal election

Tuesday, October 10 by Bill Moyer

The 2023 Municipal Election is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Voters will have the opportunity to elect a new state Supreme Court justice, judges to serve on the Superior and Commonwealth courts, and an array of county, municipal and school district officials.If you... Read More.

Hundreds of Frontier customers frustrated with persistent poor service

Monday, June 12 by Bill Moyer

Frustrated by years of poor service, hundreds of Frontier Commonwealth customers turned out last week for four public input hearings held by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) in the Northern Tier. Whether you shared your experience with poor customer service, extended landline and... Read More.

Bradford County United Way Celebrates 40th

Thursday, June 8 by Irene Radigan

Bradford County United Way held their 45th Anniversary Luncheon at the Grouse in Towanda yesterday. Our very own, Irene Radigan, is a board member of the Bradford County United Way and shared her insights on the event. There were many Special guests in attendance... Read More.

Children’s House Child Advocacy Center partners with Center for Missing and Exploited Children

Wednesday, May 31 by Bill Moyer

(Towanda, PA) – The Children’s House Child Advocacy Center (CHCAC) is now a Community Education Partner with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation whose mission is to find... Read More.

‘The Revolutionists’ to be performed in the round at Sayre and Keystone theatres

Wednesday, May 31 by Bill Moyer

The Bradford County Regional Arts Council is proud to present "The Revolutionists" by Lauren Gunderson, performed in the round, at the Sayre and Keystone Theatres from June 9-11. This inspiring and hilarious play tells the story of four women during the French Revolution who... Read More.

Bradford DA Ondrey reveals PA trooper will not be charged in teenager’s shooting

Tuesday, May 30 by Bill Moyer

(Towanda, PA) - Bradford County District Attorney Albert C. Ondrey has announced that based on the investigation into the state trooper involved shooting of a juvenile on May 4, 2023, he has determined that the shooting was a lawful use of force. The investigation was... Read More.

Towanda American Legion Post 42 visit Robert Packer to tour Veterans Center

Wednesday, May 24 by Bill Moyer

(Towanda, PA) - Members of the Towanda American Legion Post 42 recently visited Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital to tour Guthrie’s Veteran Resource Center and discuss opportunities for collaboration with the Guthrie Veterans Committee. Jeff Grenzer, chairman of the Guthrie Veterans Committee said, “It’s important for... Read More.

Bradford jury convicts Sayre woman of assault; faces two-year sentence

Monday, May 22 by Bill Moyer

(Towanda, PA) - A Sayre woman was found guilty by a Bradford County jury on Wednesday, May 17. Desiree D. Holmes, 30, was convicted of Simple Assault, a misdemeanor of the second degree. The verdict follows an investigation by officers Nikki Hoffman and Casey Shiposh... Read More.

Your Time to Share: PUC to hold public hearings about Frontier telephone issues

Monday, May 22 by Bill Moyer

Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has scheduled FOUR PUBLIC INPUT HEARINGS to gather formal comments from customers frustrated with poor service provided by Frontier Commonwealth telephone company.People who wish to participate in the upcoming public input hearings are encouraged (but not required) to pre-register with... Read More.