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Commonwealth University celebrates 10th year of service program in Harmons, Jamaica

CU-Mansfield Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. Shown – Amy Way with the undergraduates from Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield. PENNSYLVANIA – Commonwealth University students have been traveling to Harmons, Jamaica, for 10 years to participate in a service-learning program. This year marks the first time that students from all three CU campuses – Lock […]

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PUC to Investigate UGI’s Natural Gas Rate Increase Request

Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. Proposed Rate Changes Suspended Pending Full PUC Investigation HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today voted 5-0 to suspend and investigate a proposed rate increase by UGI Utilities, Inc. – Gas Division (UGI) for natural gas distribution service to approximately 690,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 46 counties across

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PUC Advances Proposed Rulemaking to Codify Key Consumer Protections and Strengthen Stability for Utilities and Households

Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. Commission issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and sets public comment period on regulations for key consumer safeguards HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today voted 4-1 to approve a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) that would formally incorporate key consumer protections into the Commission’s regulations, advancing an effort

Obituaries

Obituary of Terry L. Brill of Wellsboro, PA

Terry L. Brill, 70, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on November 12, 1955, Terry was the son of the late Arnold “Bud” and Shirley (Fletcher) Brill. He carried a strong work ethic throughout his life, beginning his career at

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Obituary of David D. Gurnsey of Wellsboro, PA

David D. Gurnsey, age 67 of Wellsboro, PA, passed away at his home on February 15, 2026. He was born on Friday, August 22, 1958, in Wellsboro to the late Daniel and Faye Gurnsey of Addison, NY. Dave attended Williamson Jr. Sr. High School in Tioga, PA, class of 1976. After graduating from high school,

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Obituary of Gary W. Wolfe of Middlebury Center, PA

Gary W. Wolfe, 71, of Middlebury Center, PA, passed away on Saturday February 14, 2026, at his home. He was born August 23, 1954, in Keyser, WV, the son of the late Leonard W. and Frances E. (Fanto) Wolfe.  He married the former Gloria A. Fuller, and they have been married for 52 years. Gary graduated from Keyser High

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Obituary of Michael J. Wadlinger of Wellsboro, PA

Michael J. Wadlinger, 56, died peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Born in Philadelphia, he was a beloved resident of Wellsboro, PA, for more than 30 years. He was the son of the late Marion (Miller) and John Wadlinger, and is survived by his siblings, along with many nieces, nephews, great‑nieces, and great‑nephews. Michael spent

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Mansfield Grinds Out 72-68 Victory Over Bloomsburg

CU-Mansfield Sports Release – Thursday, February 19, 2026. MANSFIELD, PA. – The Mansfield Mountaineers men’s basketball team claimed a gritty victory over PSAC rival Bloomsburg, by a score of 72-68, on Wednesday, Feb. 18, inside Decker Gymnasium. Four Mountaineers scored in double figures with Sterling Scott leading the way with 18 points. Diarmid Stewart had 17 points and a

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Theft of Snowmobile From Delmar Twp Reported

PSP-Mansfield Release – Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Case No. PA 2026-201801, WELLSBORO, PA – A white 1989 white E-Z-Go Polaris Snowmobile was reported stolen from a 67-year-old Wellsboro man earlier this week. Pennsylvania State Police based in Mansfield continue their investigation into the theft of the snowmobile that took place early Monday morning, February 16, 2026,

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Fire Destroys Garage in Westfield

FNN Article Update © Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Images from Crary Hose Company Feb 18, © 2026. WESTFIELD, PA – Broughton Road was closed down temporarily early Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026, around 6:22 AM as fire apparatus from Crary Hose, Knoxville-Deerfield Fire Department, Elkland (RIT), Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Company and Clymer Hose, as

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Fifteen Mountaineers Listed on 2025 NFHCA National Academic Squad

The Mansfield field hockey team saw 15 players make the national academic report on Friday morning. CU-Mansfield Sports Release – February 2026. MANAHAWKIN, N.J. – The Mansfield Mountaineer field hockey team earned more hardware off the field as fifteen student-athletes were named to the 2025 National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Division II National Academic Squad, the

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Obituary of Peter J. Luminella of Blossburg, PA

Peter J. Luminella, age 90, of Blossburg, PA, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Broad Acres Nursing Home in Wellsboro, PA. He was born on July 5, 1935 in Coatesville, PA, a son of Peter J. and Lillian (Canal) Luminella. Peter was married to the late Lucille Luminella who passed away on October

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Early Start Secures Split of Final Two Games

CU-Mansfield Sports Release – Monday, February 16, 2026. GLENVILLE, W. Va. – The Mountaineer baseball team (1-3) traveled to Glenville State University for a doubleheader against the Pioneers (3-1) on Monday (Feb. 16) afternoon, with the games being split. Game One: Glenville State 7, Mansfield 6 The game had a quick start in the second

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Mounties Open 2026 Season at Glenville

CU-Mansfield Sports Release – Monday, February 16, 2026. GLENVILLE, W. Va. – The Mountaineer baseball team (0-2) traveled to Glenville State University for a doubleheader against the Pioneers (2-0) on Saturday (Feb. 14) afternoon. The Pioneers took the win in both games by only one run. Game One: Glenville State 4, Mansfield 3 Garrett Emerick started

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Chili & Chowder with a Chance for Chocolate Winners Announced

FNN Article © February 16, 2026. WELLSBORO, PA – Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries announced the winners of their successful Chili & Chowder with a Chance for Chocolate contest that was held during the Ice & Spice Winter Weekend in Wellsboro on Saturday, February 14th. It can be said with certainty that it was well loved

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Mansfield Earns Multiple Top Place Finishes

CU-Mansfield Sports Release – Sunday, February 15, 2026. SELINSGROVE, Pa. – The Mansfield University women’s track and field team competed on February 14th, at the SU Valentine’s Invite hosted by Susquehanna University, in Selinsgrove Pa. A quartet of Alyssa Parks, Samantha Newman, Wyoming Trudeaux and Marissa Allen competed in the Distance Medley Relay taking first place with a time of 13:34.79.

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Mountaineers Deliver Sweet Results at SU Valentines Invite

CU-Mansfield Sports Release – Sunday, February 15, 2026. SELINSGROVE, Pa. – The Mansfield University men’s track and field team competed on February 14th, at the SU Valentine’s Invite hosted by Susquehanna University, in Selinsgrove Pa. Cahsid Raymond took on long jump taking first place with a mark of 7.05 meters. Raymond also competed in the 60m

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College Radio Station Donates $750 To Mansfield Area Food Pantry

Release – Saturday, February 14, 2026. MANSFIELD, PA – The WNTE Game Day staff presented a $750 check to Jerry Farrer, treasurer of the Mansfield Area Food Pantry. WNTE radio station is based at Mansfield University. WNTE expressed their thanks today to all the local sponsors that supported their Game Day fundraiser. ​

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