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Description: Owls, bats, and spiders – oh my! Come out to Sizerville State Park for this 2-in-1 event featuring Owls & Halloween! 

Join certified bird bander, David Hauber, and his wife, Fay, as they attempt to band Northern Saw-whet Owls right here in Sizerville State Park!  We will have a short presentation on PA owls, followed by instructions on what to do and expect during the bird banding demonstration. Wear sturdy shoes since we will be walking on trails, and feel free to bring a water bottle, snacks, flashlights, and lots of layers! 

Last week in review: The men’s and women’s soccer teams won both of their matches, with the women now assured of their fourth straight playoff appearance and their ninth postseason trip in the NCAA era (since 2014), while the men’s golf and women’s volleyball teams also saw action, and a women’s tennis player earned a United East Conference honor.

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Last week’s hometown highlights: Logan Pietrzak, of Philadelphia, scored three goals to lead the Wildcats in Saturday’s victory at Gallaudet University. Justin Crismale, of Glen Gardner, New Jersey, and Sean Creegan, of Hellertown, split time in the goal, with Creegan making one save and getting the win.

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M.C.I. Foods, Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Breakfast Burrito and Wrap Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

WASHINGTON, October 18, 2025 – M.C.I. Foods Inc., a Santa Fe Springs, Calif., establishment, is recalling approximately 91,585 pounds of specific lots of ready-to-eat (RTE) breakfast burrito and wrap products containing egg that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today

Susan K. MARBLE, 50, of Cross Fork, PA, formerly of Galeton and Ulysses, died Thursday, October 16, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.  Born December 13, 1974, in Coudersport, she was the daughter of Ernest Lee Davenport and Maryland R. Weeks Davenport. 

Susan devoted her life to raising her family.  

HONESDALE, PA – On Monday, October 20, 2025, at 11:30 a.m., Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) Executive Director Tim Schaeffer will join the Wayne County Commissioners, the Lackawaxen River Trails group, and others to celebrate the opening of the new Indian Orchard River Access in Texas Township, Wayne County.

The water level in the reservoir continues to fall. If current trends continue, the Village’s
ability to produce and supply adequate drinking water will be severely compromised.
All residents, businesses, and institutions must take the following
immediate conservation measures:

Foster Poultry Farms, LLC Recalls Chicken Corn Dog and Ground Turkey on a Stick Products Due To Possible Extraneous Matter Contamination

Editor’s Note: Details of this recall were updated on October 17, 2025, to reflect approximately 118,098 additional pounds of “Whole Grain Chicken Corn Dog Whole Grain Batter Wrapped Chicken Franks on a Stick Lower Fat” products with use by date 8/7/2026.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2025 – Foster Poultry Farms, LLC, a Livingston, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 3,961,138 pounds of chicken corn dog products that may be contaminated with extraneous material, specifically pieces of wood embedded in the batter, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

HEADLINE: Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert, 67 years old white/male. Look for Gray 2014 NISS ALT LEF4507 NY

DESCRIPTION: At the request of the Niagara Falls City Police Department, a New York State Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued relating to the disappearance of WILLIAM BAUGHMAN; age 67; from NIAGARA FALLS, NY at 04:36 pm on October 17, 2025.

INSTRUCTIONS: Click on the link for further details. www.criminaljustice.ny.gov

Issued By: NYS-DCJS-MPC

10/17/25 UPDATE: (ROAD OPEN) Bridge Replacement Project to Begin on Brush Valley Road in Upper Augusta Township, Northumberland County

10/17/2025 UPDATE: Brush Valley Road (Route 4018) is open to traffic. 

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a bridge replacement project is set to begin on Brush Valley Road in Upper Augusta Township, Northumberland County.

TIOGA, BRADFORD, SULLIVAN COUNTIES, PA – Laurel Health will offer drive-through flu shot clinics this October to make getting a flu shot quick and convenient. The flu shot clinics will be held at the Laurel Health Centers and community events throughout Tioga, Bradford, and Sullivan Counties.

Participants are encouraged to schedule ahead with the Laurel Health location of their choice, but walk-ins can be accommodated. You do not have to be an established Laurel Health patient to schedule your flu vaccine at one of these drive-through clinics.

HARRISBURG – Monday, October 20, 2025 – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Stephen M. DeFrank will speak at the PUC’s 2025 “Berks Be Wise” consumer education conference in Reading, PA – highlighting current issues impacting winter affordability for income-eligible consumers, ongoing PUC initiatives to strengthen Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Usage Reduction Programs, and other key consumer protections.

        WHO: PUC Chairman Stephen M. DeFrank will deliver welcoming remarks at the PUC’s “Berks Be Wise” consumer education conference.

        WHEN: Monday, October 20, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.  

 WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton, 701 Penn St., Reading.

        MEDIA RSVP: Members of the media planning to attend should email dhixson@pa.gov with the name and media outlet of the reporter or photographer who will be in attendance to help coordinate media access and interview opportunities with the PUC Chairman. Please note that Chairman DeFrank will have a brief window of time immediately following his remarks for potential one-on-one media interviews. Advance coordination is strongly encouraged to accommodate scheduling.

The “Berks Be Wise” conference is part of the PUC’s a…

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We are releasing the draft Allegany County-wide Trail Master Plan for review.

Please send your comments and suggestions to Stacy.Beardsley@alleganyco.gov by November 7, 2025. https://www.alleganyco.gov/wp content/uploads/TrailsPlanOct2025Draft.pdf

The Allegany County-wide Trail Master Plan presents a comprehensive vision to guide the future planning and implementation of a county-wide network of public trails across Allegany County’s rural and mountainous landscape. The plan builds on previous local and regional planning efforts, community feedback, and stakeholder input to identify
opportunities to expand recreational access, improve regional connectivity, and support active transportation through a more integrated and accessible trail system. If you have any questions, please contact either Stacy or Kier at 585-268-7472.

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a bridge replacement project continues on Route 14 in Trout Run, Lycoming County.

Motorists traveling on Route 14 in Lewis Township are reminded that Route 14 remains closed between the Route 15 north exit ramp (Exit 148) and Trout Run Mountain Road (Route 1002), while the contractor, Rylind Construction Company, Inc. continues construction of the bridge approaches and the removal of the temporary connector and traffic signals.

This portion of Route 14 will remain closed through Tuesday, October 28. The following detours are in place.

• Route 14 south to Route 15 north: Lycoming Creek Road (Route 1017) south, Route 15 north.
• Route 14 south to Route 15 south: Lycoming Creek Road south, Beautys Run Road (Route 3026), and Route 15 south.
• Route 15 south to Route 14 north: Route 973 (Exit 143), Lycoming Creek Road north, and Route 14 north.
• Route 15 north to Route 14 north: Beautys Run Road, Lycoming Creek Road north, and Route 14 north.

Roulette Township is looking for a Parttime  Office Assistant

Must have basic office experience and worked with QuickBooks

If interested please come in and fill out a application at Township office

80 Railroad Ave Roulette, PA

Friendship, NY – At a recent get-together in Friendship, NY, the Allegany County Democrats collected 17 bags of non-perishable food and paper products for Mission Agape at the Friendship Church of God in Christ. This service project is one of the ways the Democratic Committee lives its motto: “Serving our Community.”

Friendship Church of God in Christ’s Mission Agape serves 30 to 40 families each month. “It’s hard knowing that families may not have all the necessities they need,” says main contact Lindsey Mwene, “so our pantry does our best to meet those needs. Having community members and organizations that are willing to donate food or personal care items helps us better meet the needs of the larger community.” 

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a multi-year construction project continues on Interstate 80 eastbound and westbound between Danville, Montour County and Limestoneville, Northumberland County.

The week of Monday, October 20, 2025

The contractor will continue work on the bridges carrying Interstate 80 over Narehood Road (Route 3003), which is located approximately 3 miles east of Exit 215 (Limestoneville / Route 254) in Liberty Township and Klondike Road (Route 3007), approximately 2 miles west of Exit 224 (Danville / Route 54) in Valley Township.

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a drainage improvement project continues with work moving to Route 15 southbound in Jackson Township, Lycoming County. Work on Route 15 northbound in Cogan House Township has been completed.

BRADFORD, PA — Writer, podcaster, and men’s-ministry leader Josh Hatcher believes too many men are silently losing battles they never talk about. His new book, Fight Like Hell: A Journal for Men Who Won’t Back Down, turns that fight into a daily discipline instead of a private war.

Far from a typical self-help read, Fight Like Hell is a 30-day interactive journal filled with short reflections, challenges, and questions that push men to look inward and take honest inventory of their lives. Each page invites readers to slow down, confront what’s holding them back, and choose courage over comfort.

Thousands of equipment operators and vehicles are prepared to tackle winter weather.

PennDOT encourages Pennsylvanians to apply for temporary equipment operator positions statewide for the winter season to help supplement the department’s full-time staff and keep travelers safe.

Slowing down, wearing a seat belt key to saving lives this winter.

Media, PA – Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike) Director of Maintenance John DelRicci today amplified the Shapiro Administration’s efforts to prepare the Commonwealth for the winter, highlighted job opportunities, and provided guidance on how Pennsylvanians can gear up for the upcoming winter travel season.

BRADFORD, Pa (October 15, 2025)— Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS), Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS), Deerfield Behavioral Health (DBH) and their parent company Journey Health System (JHS), hosted an annual employee service awards lunch on October 15. The staff members being recognized are celebrating nearly 900 total years of service overall.

Guy Signor, JHS President & CEO welcomed the employees and thanked them for their dedication, commitment and hard work each day toward achieving the organization’s mission.