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Third valley mayor will not run for re-election

Tuesday, February 7 by WEBO

A third mayor in the Valley has announced that he will not seek re-election this year. Sayre Mayor Denny Thomas announced yesterday that he will not be seeking a fourth term as mayor, after spending the last 12 years in charge of the borough.... Read More.

Athens man accused of injuring girlfriend

Friday, January 13 by WEBO

An Athens man is in the Tioga County Jail today after allegedly attacking and seriously injuring his girlfriend in Waverly yesterday. Investigators say 25-year-old Michael Comstock attacked his girlfriend at a home in the village. No motive was released. Comstock has been charged with... Read More.

$10,000 being given to every Bradford County fire and EMS department

Monday, November 14 by WEBO

For the 3rd year in a row, the Bradford County government is donating $10,000 to every fire department and ambulance service in the county. The money comes from impact fees of natural gas drilling. The Bradford County government does not place restrictions on how... Read More.

17 people arrested in Bradford County drug trafficking arrests

Thursday, August 25 by WEBO

17 people were arrested by Pennsylvania State Police yesterday, following an investigation into drug trafficking in Bradford County. Arrest warrants were obtained for these individuals after they sold a wide range of illegal drugs to undercover state police officers. Numerous police agencies assisted in... Read More.

Drawing to benefit Athens library

Wednesday, August 24 by WEBO

There's less than a week to enter for your chance to ride in an Athens Borough fire truck. Tickets for your chance to win a ride can be purchased at the Spalding Memorial Library on Main Street in Athens now through Sunday. A single... Read More.

Over 800 Penelec customers to be affected by planned power outages in Sayre/Athens

Thursday, August 18 by WEBO

Between 800 and 900 Penelec customers in Sayre and Athens will be without power from 9pm until 2am tonight. The planned power outage is necessary for Penelec crews to make needed repairs to a substation in that area. All customers who will be affected... Read More.

Former Athens fire chief dies following battle with cancer

Wednesday, August 3 by WEBO

Former Athens Borough Fire Chief of 20 years, Mike Barry, passed away yesterday following a several yearlong battle with cancer. Barry was a life member of the Athens Borough Fire Department. He also worked as the Building and Grounds supervisor for the Sayre Borough... Read More.

PA Lawmakers pass revenue package

Thursday, July 14 by WEBO

Pennsylvania lawmakers passed their 2016-2017 revenue package last night, which has also since been signed into law by Governor Tom Wolf. The upcoming revenue package was passed nearly 9 months sooner than it was last year. Some of the key points of the package include... Read More.

Athens man arrested for assault at Robert Packer Hospital

Wednesday, July 6 by WEBO

An Athens man is in custody after allegedly assaulting two people at Robert Packer Hospital on Monday. 63-year-old Francis Peace is accused of hitting his two sisters while visiting a family member in the hospital on Monday. Hospital security asked Peace to leave several... Read More.

Athens School Board denies retroactive pay increases

Wednesday, May 18 by WEBO

The Athens Area School Board voted earlier this week to say "No" to any retroactive pay increase requests during contract negotiations with staff. The board says that it will decline any requests for retroactive pay increases made by either the Athens Area Education Association... Read More.

Athens Area CSD senior to attend Saturday classes

Friday, April 29 by WEBO

Athens Area High School Seniors are still set to graduate on June 3rd, despite days missed as the result of a teacher strike last week. Seniors WILL have to attend classes on three Saturdays however. Exact dates and lesson plans for these Saturday school... Read More.

Athens Area Education Association cancels meeting with school board

Thursday, April 28 by WEBO

The Athens Area Education Association has cancelled tonight's negotiations with the Athens Area School Board. This comes after a three day strike was held by the Education Association in an effort to quicken teacher contract negotiations which have been ongoing since 2013. The next... Read More.