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.

One person killed in Athens Borough fire

ATHENS BOROUGH -- One person was killed during a fire that destroyed a house in Athens Borough on Wednesday night.The fire broke out at around 9:30 p.m. on the 200 block of Tyler Street in Athens. Multiple firefighters on scene confirmed that one person... Read More.

State Senator Gene Yaw announces re-election bid

Longtime Pennsylvania State Senator Gene Yaw announced on Wednesday, Jan. 10 that he will be running for re-election. Here is his complete campaign announcement: State Senator Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced his intention to run for re-election to the Pennsylvania state Senate this year, pledging... Read More.

Guthrie CEO named to HAP Board of Directors

SAYRE – Guthrie has announced that Guthrie President and CEO Dr. Edmund Sabanegh has been named to the Board of Directors for the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP).  According to a press release, HAP’s 28-member board is made up of health care leaders... Read More.