With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Kathryn “Kathi” Melady Thompson, aged 79, of Blossburg, PA, and formerly of Cape May, New Jersey. Kathi departed this life on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on Tuesday, August 6, 1946, in Philadelphia, PA, Kathi was the cherished eldest daughter of […]
LOCK HAVEN, PA – Nathan Brinker has been appointed to the Commonwealth University Council of Trustees. A junior health and physical education and pre-athletic training double major from Lock Haven, Brinker will represent the Lock Haven campus as a student trustee. Commonwealth University Lock Have Release – December 2025. Brinker is a student employee in
PennSTART will not only serve as a training facility for Pennsylvania’s 54,000 first responders, but a national hub for emerging technology and economic opportunity. MOUNT PLEASANT, PA – On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, the Shapiro Administration announced the start of construction on PennSTART, a closed loop testing facility designed to accelerate innovation in emerging transportation technology. The facility
Learn the Basics of Buying Your First Home WELLSBORO, PA – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College has partnered with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Hodrick Realty to offer a free First-Time Homebuyer Workshop Series designed to help you understand each step of the homebuying process with confidence. Learn about preparing your credit, choosing a realtor, comparing loan options, navigating home
Release – December 2025. In-person hearing added on December 18 in Wilkes-Barre to gather public testimony on the proposed rate change for electric distribution service HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today announced the scheduling of an additional in-person hearing on Thursday, December 18, 2025, to gather public input on the proposed rate change
Media Release – December 2025. HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) on Thursday, December 4, 2025, voted to suspend and investigate proposed rate increases by Pennsylvania American Water Company (PAWC) for both its water and wastewater service. PAWC serves approximately 682,000 water customers and 97,000 wastewater customers in 37 counties across the Commonwealth. The Commission voted
Release – December 2025. A First in the Potter-Tioga Dispatch Region ULYSSES, PA – Tri-Town Ambulance Association is proud to announce a major advancement in emergency medical services for our region. With the guidance of Jeff Reeser of EMT West, the leadership of our Medical Director, Dr. T. McCardell, and the dedication of all personnel
FNN Article © Friday, December 5, 2025. RUTLAND TOWNSHIP, PA – On Friday, December 5, 2025, fire crews from Mansfield Hose Company and Big Elm Fire Department responded to a single vehicle crash in Rutland Township around 10:30 PM. The crash occurred in the area of 3197 Route 549. Early reports indicated that the vehicle
Holiday Release – Thursday, December 4, 2025. Images © by Lonny Frost. WELLSBORO, PA – The 41st annual Dickens of a Christmas in Wellsboro, PA, runs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, December 5, 6, and 7th. The much loved holiday event is held along Wellsboro’s historic Main Street and the surrounding side streets As the area
STOA: A New Musical Journey Written & Composed by Alivia Tagliaferri Brings Heart, Hope, and Home to the Stage This January WILLIAMSPORT, PA — Born in the heart of Williamsport, STOA: A New Musical Journey is an original, family-friendly musical that celebrates love, courage, and the deep-rooted connections that help us grow. Written and composed by local author
CU-Mansfield Release – Thursday, December 4, 2025. Shown from left, are Hayley Ridge, Quinn Lightner, Phillip Peters, Bobby Repp, Isaac Braucht, Caleb Adman and Ethan Hinshaw. Shown front row from left, are Bobby Repp, Hayley Ridge, Malachi Snyder, Emiliano Quinones, Cody Ranck and Michaiah Watkins. Back row from left, are Quinn Lightner, Phillip Peters, Isaac
Immediate Release by Tioga County Commissioner – Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Image © by L. Frost. TIOGA COUNTY, PA – The Tioga County Planning Commission has announced a change to the location of its December meeting to accommodate an anticipated increase in public attendance. The meeting will now be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025,
FNN Article © Tuesday, December 2, 2025. BLOSSBURG, PA – Early Tuesday morning, December 2, 2025, Blossburg fire crews along with a rescue unit out Mansfield responded to a single vehicle accident around 7:42 AM as snow fell across the county. The crash was reported along the Route 15 Highway in the northbound passing lane
David W. Kalasnik, 76, of Ulysses, PA, died Saturday, November 29, 2025, in his home. Born August 14, 1949, in Waterbury, CT, he was the son of Walter and Ann Zachar Kalasnik. He was married to Nola Empson Jonsson, who survives. A 1966 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, Waterbury, CT, he served honorably with the
Ronald D. Ives, age 78, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at The Gatehouse Hospice Center in Williamsport, PA. He was born on July 8, 1947, in Quakertown, PA, a son of Clayton and Susan (Tarantino) Ives. Ronald was the husband of Karen (Kane) Ives. He worked as a lineman and
Joseph L. Brion 95 of Blossburg PA formally of Liberty, PA passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025, at UPMC Wellsboro Hospital, in Wellsboro, PA. Born on Tuesday, October 14, 1930, in Liberty, PA, he was the eldest son of the late Joseph and Grace (Drumater) Brion. He attended Liberty High School and graduated
Elmira Police Department Release – November 2025. ELMIRA, NY – On Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 6:48 a.m. Officers received a Gun Shot notification on the Raven Gunshot Detection System through Flock. Officers were directed to the area of the 500 block of Franklin Street and responding Officers did locate evidence of a shooting. A
Ruby E. Ogden, age 97, passed peacefully in her sleep on Monday, May 4, 2020, at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA, where she had received dedicated care for the past seven years. Born to Milton and Ruby (Moore) Brooks of Mansfield in 1922. She was married to Harold Ogden of Blossburg in 1939, who
Nancy L. Southard, age 86 of Lawrenceville, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA. Born on Saturday, October 14, 1939, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Alice (Binkey) King. She retired from Corning Glass after 34 years of service and received her
CU-Mansfield Sports Release – November 2025. ERIE, PA – The Mansfield Mountaineers men’s basketball team competed against Lake Erie College (5-0) in day one of the 41st Annual Gary Miller Classic hosted by Gannon University. Lake Erie College outpaced the Mounties with a final score of 126-87, on Saturday (Nov. 29) evening. Diarmid Stewart led the
