With one big snowstorm behind them and another on the way, Blue Ridge School Board members were asked to allow the administration to consume the Presidents’ Day holiday on February 16 as a work day.  Two snow days were used just in the past week and, while the District pre-allocated 10 days for snow in the schedule, there was already a risk of pushing the end of classes into the 2nd week of June.

Board member Christina Whitney said that she preferred that the District cancel classes rather than delay opening, because of the disruption to family schedules when the schools open 2-3 hours late.  She also asked that the administration provide detailed information about how the schools handle delayed openings.  Superintendent Robert McTiernan said that a few minutes are shaved off each period depending on the length of the delay, and pre-kindergarten is always cancelled.  He agreed to post the information on the district’s website.

Harold Empett, typically very busy this time of year with PennDOT plowing crews, said that the safety of the children was uppermost, and that bus travel on some of the district’s township dirt roads could be extremely hazardous.  “You live in North-Eastern Pennsylvania, you suck it up,” he said.

As has become customary prior to business meetings of the Blue Ridge School Board, the principals invite high-performing students and their families to gather to be recognized.  This time High School/Middle School Principal Matthew Nebzydoski stood in for Elementary School Principal Matthew Button who was busy coaching a basketball game in the gym.  Mr. Nebz and Special Education Coordinator Barbara McCain introduced some of the January 2015 Citizens of the Month in the Elementary School.

Elementary School Citizens of the Month for January 2015

Mr. Nebz also tries to get a pair of high-achieving seniors to attend to highlight their activities.  This time Kristine Carlsen and Austin Darrow were too busy and Mr. Nebz was asked to try to present them to the board at a future date.

The routine business agenda was quickly disposed of.  Among other items:

A property in Hallstead is to be sold for delinquent taxes.  The Tax Claim Bureau was given authority to “accept any price” on the property in order to collect as much as possible in back taxes.

A pair of individuals, Chad Guzy and Earl Marvin, Jr., will share the duties of head softball coach this Spring.  Mr. McTiernan said that assistant coaches would be recommended depending on the number of players who sign up for the program.

Mark’s Private Driver Training School LLC (Mark Beach) will offer both classroom and behind-the-wheel driver training this summer.  Mr. Beach’s letter to the district says, “This is via private driving training, which is outside the domain of the school district’s educational program.”  The driver training will include 30 hours in class and 6 hours on the road.

The district will pay R&H Theatricals $1,608.50 for the right to produce “Cinderella” in the High School this Spring.

As an addendum to the original agenda, the Board approved hiring Joshua Carpenter as a long-term substitute teacher in the 5th grade for the remainder of the school year.

Before the Board adjourned barely a half hour after the Pledge of Allegiance, Mr. Empett announced that his Facilities & Grounds Committee will meet at 6:00pm prior to the Board’s workshop on February 23.  Not to be outdone, Technology Committee Shane Rumage announced that his committee will meet the same evening at 5:00pm.

Board President Laurie Brown-Bonner reported that there would be a negotiation session with the teachers’ union on February 18.  The teachers have been working this year on the old contract which expired last July.

Ms. Bonner closed the public meeting by calling for an executive session on a “personnel matter.”

The cookies were okay, but there was no soup.

With the support and financial assistance of the Susquehanna County Commissioners, Alan Hall, Michael J. Giangrieco, and MaryAnn Warren, United Way of Susquehanna County in partnership with Family Service Association of Northeastern PA, has connected county residents to 2-1-1. With over 90% of the country linked to 2-1-1, county residents now have access to this vital service.

2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember, three-digit phone number that brings people and health and human services together. 

The essence of 2-1-1 is in its simplicity: 2-1-1 is for everyone and can be remembered by everyone; 2-1-1 is free and confidential; 2-1-1 makes the entire human services sector at every level of government work more efficiently; It is always there for you—24 hours a day, 7 days a week; 2-1-1 has proven itself time after time as an invaluable resource in the aftermath of a disaster; Your call is answered by a trained professional; 2-1-1 is the number to call to give help and to get help.

There are six basic types of assistance housed in the PA 2-1-1 database: Emergency Preparedness/Recovery; Basic Human Needs; Physical and Mental Health Resources; Employment Supports; Support for Older Americans and Persons with Disabilities; and Children, Youth and Families.

2-1-1 strengthens your community by uniting the people in your area who can help with those who need help. It 2-1-1 is available 24/7; it is there when it is needed (or call 1-888-829-1341). We are working with all area telephone providers so that all residents will be able to connect to 2-1-1, with a database updated on a regular basis ensuring the community has reliable information.

2-1-1 is a critical information system, which is necessary prior to, during and after a community crisis such as a flood, fire, attack or other local or national tragedy.

2-1-1 responds immediately during times of crisis, to field calls regarding the crisis and to direct callers to services most appropriate to their needs.

To contact 2-1-1 just dial 2-1-1 on your phone, no area code is needed, just dial these three digits.  An alternate number for 2-1-1 is 1-888-829-1341. You can also visit the website at: www.helpline-nepa.info.

Commissioner Alan Hall shared that the county commissioners deemed it critical to connect Susquehanna County to this resource to best serve the needs of county residents. “This service helps ensure that the county is prepared to respond to the needs of its residents working alongside the county Emergency Management Agency.”  United Way of Susquehanna County campaign chair, Tom Chamberlain, offered these remarks, “County residents are fortunate that local legislatures invested in the well-being of community members and United Way of Susquehanna County in partnership with Family Service Association of Northeastern PA is gratified to bring this service to county residents. This is another example of how community partnerships and giving to United Way of Susquehanna County serve all residents in times of need.”

2-1-1 does not replace 9-1-1; instead it works in conjunction with it. County residents should continue calling 9-1-1 in the event of a true emergency as it links the public to the police and mobile rescue units to provide emergency care.

Please contact United Way of Susquehanna County with questions at 570-465-3868 or visit the website at unitedwayofsusquehannacounty.org.

HARRISBURG - The Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program recently unveiled grant award recipients from across the Commonwealth, including those within the 111th Legislative District in Susquehanna and Wayne counties, said Rep. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne). 

“This funding is essential to the continued operations of our volunteer fire and EMS companies,” said Major. “Our emergency responders work tirelessly to provide life-saving services, and these grants help alleviate some of pressure these companies are continually under when trying to afford better equipment, vehicles and training opportunities. Every dollar counts!”

The grants are administered annually by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner, and can be used for construction or renovation of a company’s station, the purchase or repair of equipment, training or debt reduction. Grant awards can range from $2,500 to $15,000 for fire companies and $2,500 to $10,000 for volunteer ambulance services.

The following Susquehanna County fire and EMS companies in the 111th District received grants: Columbia Hose Company No. 1: $13,176.65; Columbia Hose Company No. 1 – EMS: $7,444.80; Forest City Area Emergency Services: $14,000; Forest Lake Volunteer Fire Company No. 1: $11,514.58; Great Bend Hose Company No. 1 Inc.: $13,730.67; Hallstead Fire and Engine Hose Company No. 1: $12,622.62; Harford Volunteer Fire Company – EMS: $7,444.80; Harford Volunteer Fire Company: $14,284.70; Montrose Minute Men – EMS: $7,444.80; Silver Lake Volunteer Fire Company Inc.: $11,514.58; Silver Lake Volunteer Fire Company Inc. – EMS: $6,328.80; Snake Creek Volunteer Fire Company: $11,514.58; Susquehanna Fire Department Inc.: $14,007.69; Susquehanna Fire Department Inc. – EMS: $7,444.80; Thompson Hose Company Inc.: $13,730.67; Thompson Hose Company Inc. – EMS: $7,444.80; Union Dale Volunteer Fire Company: $12,345.61; United Fire Company: $12,068.60.

All funding comes from the proceeds from slot machine gaming, and not general fund tax revenue.

Harrisburg – Fourteen members of the Pennsylvania State police have been promoted to the rank of sergeant and 25 members have been promoted to the rank of corporal, Acting Commissioner Marcus Brown announced recently. Those officers with local ties are as follows.

Timothy E. Gilhooley, of Olyphant, Lackawanna County, was promoted to sergeant and assigned to Troop K, Philadelphia.  He was previously assigned to Troop R, Gibson.  Sergeant Gilhooley enlisted in the state police in 1996 and was promoted to corporal 2005.

Joseph G. Holland, of Scranton, Lackawanna County, was promoted to corporal and assigned to Troop K, Media.  He was previously assigned to Troop R, Gibson.  Corporal Holland enlisted in the state police in 2005.

Thomas J. Horan, of Scott Township, Lackawanna County, was promoted to corporal and assigned to Troop F, Mansfield.  He was previously assigned to Troop R, Dunmore.  Corporal Horan enlisted in the state police in 2005.

State police ranks are cadet, trooper, corporal, sergeant, lieutenant, captain, major, lieutenant colonel and colonel.  For more information about the Pennsylvania State police, visit www.psp.pa.gov.  

A sharp hike in influenza cases has prompted Wayne Memorial Hospital to issue visitor restrictions for the safety of its patients. Until further notice, all children under age 18 will not be permitted to visit patients on any floor. Children are prime carriers of this highly contagious and serious illness.

 “Our Emergency Department is seeing a significant increase in flu cases this year, as many as 10 cases in one week recently,” said James Pettinato, RN, director of Patient Care Services, “and we are taking precautionary measures to protect our patients, our staff, and our visitors.”  Pettinato added that Wayne Memorial has admitted a record number of influenza patients and many more with complications from this disease. Complications can include pneumonia, bronchitis, sinus and ear infections.

Wayne Memorial is also asking all visitors with flu or flu-like symptoms to visit on another day or “visit by phone,” a recommendation from national healthcare experts. And because the disease can be transmitted by as far away as six feet, the hospital has also mandated that all staff who have not been vaccinated wear masks throughout most of the hospital’s campus, including non-clinical areas.

Since January 1st, Wayne Memorial’s Laboratory Services has tested 371 patients for influenza; 98 or approximately 26% have been confirmed positive. “The number of cases is definitely elevated,” said John Romano, Laboratory Services manager, “and we are seeing a similar picture nationally.” 

Flu activity in 44 states and Puerto Rico is widespread, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). In the Keystone state, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reports close to 36,000 people have tested positive for influenza since the end of September 2014.

However, as the seasonal flu peaks and then declines, other flu strains could become more prevalent, which is good news for those who were vaccinated. While this year’s vaccine was not a good match for the seasonal flu, the CDC still advocates vaccination for the cross-protection it can provide against the H1N1 and B viruses.

For more information, visit www.cdc.gov/flu or the Pennsylvania Department of Health website.

HARRISBURG-- Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) is once again leading the legislative effort to help young people with disabilities enter the job market.

Attracting bipartisan support, Baker has reintroduced a bill to require the state to match federal funds to more fully prepare individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities for employment.

“While many young people with disabilities have the desire and ability to work at competitive employment, only two in ten are currently working,” said Baker, who was recently re-appointed as the Chair of the Senate Labor and Industry Committee.  “I have met so many young people with physical and intellectual challenges who are eager to work.  With the proper support, we can fulfill their dreams and better utilize our resources to empower them to succeed.”

SB 200 will allow the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) in the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry to hire more job counselors to fund part-time and summer jobs and internships for young people with disabilities.

This bill will bring Pennsylvania into full compliance with the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. State funds would match federal funds available to Pennsylvania through the OVR under the federal Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Federal census data reveals that those with disabilities are more than twice as likely to live below the poverty line and half as likely to join the work force.

Under the bill, the OVR would be required to collaborate with officials of local education agencies and other public agencies, such as county mental health and intellectual disabilities programs, to include after-school and summer work opportunities in a student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP).  The OVR would also arrange for, monitor, and support the placement of high school students with disabilities in lawful internships, on-the-job training, or full- or part-time work at competitive wages in integrated settings with public- and private-sector employers.

“The state must do a better job connecting local education agencies with public and private employers necessary to seamlessly and successfully transition students from high school to employment,” Baker said.  “It is truly a win-win-win.”

Her proposal has been bolstered by the #IWantToWork campaign spearheaded by the United Way and many local Arcs.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Pennsylvania dairy producers are invited to apply for the Dairy of Distinction award from the Pennsylvania Dairy of Distinction program. Applications must be submitted by April 15.

The award is based on the idea that attractive farmsteads enhance consumer confidence in the wholesomeness of milk and stimulate milk sales and public support for the industry. Dairies receiving the highest scores in each of 10 Pennsylvania districts will be awarded an 18-inch-by-24-inch Dairy of Distinction sign to display in front of their farm.

"This program is run by volunteers and recognizes the hard work and dedication of dairy producers who promote a positive image for the dairy industry," said Mike O'Connor, secretary of the Pennsylvania Dairy of Distinction program and professor emeritus of dairy science in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences.

Roadside judging will take place in May, and farms will be evaluated on factors that can be controlled by the dairy producer. Judges will look for clean and attractively finished buildings; neat landscaping, ditches, roads and lanes; and well-maintained fences. They also will take into account other aspects of the farm, such as manure management and cleanliness of animals, the barnyard and feed areas.

To obtain an application, call O'Connor at 814-863-3913 or visit the program's website at  http://www.dairyofdistinction.com/html/pa_dod.html.

Since 1987, Pennsylvania's Dairy of Distinction program has recognized more than 800 dairy farms. The Pennsylvania program is part of the Northeast Dairy Farm Beautification Program, which also includes New York, New Jersey, Maryland and Vermont. Dairy producers in these states can contact the program secretary in their state for an application.

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue announced it has extended the deadline for clubs that hold small games of chance licenses to file annual reports until July 1, according to Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna).

The extension is needed as the department works to resolve technical problems with the online electronic reporting system. It is anticipated the system will be available again by June 1, at which time clubs will be encouraged to review a publicly available database of completed reports to determine if their reports were successfully received. Clubs that do not have a completed report on file at that time will have until July 1 to do so.

Act 90 of 2013 requires clubs licensees with proceeds of $20,000 or more to file annual reports with the department. A club licensee under the law is one that holds both a liquor license and a small games of chance license. The reports must include the following information: proceeds received by the club licensee from each game of chance conducted, itemized by week; amount of prizes paid from all games of chance, itemized by week; other costs incurred related to the conduct of games of chance; and verification and itemization of amounts distributed for public interest.

For more information about small games of chance licenses and reporting, visit the Department of Revenue’s website at www.revenue.s tate.pa.us.

HARRISBURG – Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane announced that her office continues to receive reports from consumers across the state regarding a resurgent telephone scam. Con artists are using aggressive tactics to convince consumers to provide payment over the telephone for money allegedly owed to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). 

"Scams like this always pick up around tax season," Kane said. "Consumers can avoid falling victim to scammers by remembering never to share personal or financial information over the telephone to any unsolicited callers," said Attorney General Kane. "The IRS sends written notification by mail of any tax due and will not request credit or debit card information over the phone."

Kane warns consumers to be alert for these troubling calls. The caller may seem legitimate by referencing a consumer's personal information that is not publicly available, but was most likely obtained by the scammer illegally. This information may include:

The last four digits of the victim's Social Security Number; information about the consumer's family members; spoofing the IRS's telephone number or even that of law enforcement or other government entities on Caller ID; sending bogus emails that appear to be coming from the IRS.

The caller may pressure consumers to take action, and may even threaten them with imminent arrest. Attorney General Kane reminds consumers that they should remain calm and hang up the phone. Consumers may then verify their tax status directly with the IRS by calling (800) 829-1040.  

Consumers should also report these scams to: Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration Hotline, P.O. Box 589 - Ben Franklin Station, Washington, DC 20044-0589, (800) 366-4484. http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/contact_report_scam.shtml

Reports of this type of criminal activity should also be reported to local law enforcement.

According to the IRS, the agency will never: call taxpayers about taxes they owe without first sending an official notice by mail.; demand that taxes be paid without giving the taxpayer the opportunity to question or appeal the amount allegedly owed; require taxpayers to use a specific payment method for taxes, such as a prepaid debit card; ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.

Attorney General Kane reminded consumers never to give sensitive, personal or financial information over the phone, especially in response to an unsolicited telephone call.

Additionally, consumers can avoid becoming a victim of other phone scams by refusing to wire money or to provide information from Green Dot Moneypak or other prepaid cards.

For more information or to report any scam, Attorney General Kane encourages Commonwealth residents to contact her Bureau of Consumer Protection at (800) 441-2555.

DEEDS

Bridgewater School District, Franklin School District, Liberty School District, Forest Lake School District & Jessup School District to Susquehanna County Historical Society & Free Library Association, in Bridgewater Township for $1.00.

James & Linda Gladstone to Shawn M. & Sarah L. Krause, in Harmony Township for $5,000.00.

Donna Yoder to Edward J. & Rebekah S. Burke, in Friendsville Borough for $40,000.00.

Aaron Contreras, Misty S. Contreras (NKA) Misty S. Duchnik to Aaron Contreras, in Harford Township for $1.00.

Marilyn McConnell, Duane B. McConnell Jr., Jason McConnell, Amy McConnell, Leslie Hughes, William Hughes (AKA)William C.Hughes,  Valerie  Carvin & Robert Carvin to Duane B. McConnell Jr., in Great Bend Township for $1.00.

Mill Pond Properties Inc. to Dale E. Metzger & Tierney M. Marrazzo, in Herrick Township for $160,000.00.

Robert G. & Beatrice F. Alesky to Teresa M. Marshman, in Liberty Townshiop for $1.00.

Nationstar Mortgage LLC to John Phillips, in Great Bend Township for $138,000.00.

Darryl T. Powlus to Aaron M. Taylor & Abigail K. Warner, in Ararat Township for $145,000.00.

Dolores J. Covell (ESTATE) to Lynda M. Barna, in Clifford Township for $1.00.

Margaret Raymond (ESTATE) to Dolores J. Covell (ESTATE), in Clifford Township for $1.00.

Willi & Lili Reuss to Reuss Homestead LP, in Harford Township for $1.00.

Bank of New York Mellon (FKA) Bank of New York (SUCC TO) & JP Morgan Chase Bank to Kaylin Hope Lindquist, in Susquehanna for $15,000.00.

Pennmarc Resources LP & John K. Shollenberger to Appalachian  Basin Minerals LP, Pennmarc Resources II LP, Wildes Mineral Interests LLC & McCrow Energy Partners II LLC, in Brooklyn Township for $1.00.

Shelly M. Lewis to James W. Lewis, in Bridgewater Township for $1.00.

Donald Wells (AKA) Donald E. Wells & Jeanne Wells (AKA) Jeanne E. Wells to Donna Lawler, in Clifford Township for $83,500.00.

Bruce Legg, Eudonna J. Legg & Dennis F. Carey to  John & Megan Dovin, in Montrose for $12,000.00.

Janet S. Haulton (NBM) Janet S. Belcher & Franklin G. Belcher to 112 Main LLC, in Hallstead Borough for $152,000.00.

Derrick Odell  to John R. Transue & Amy J. Paolucci, in Harford Township for $1.00.

Chad M. & Kathleen E. Upright to Chad M. & Kathleen E. Upright, in New Milford Township for $1.00.

George R. & Judith Zoffinger to Zoffinger Family Limmited Partnership II, in Herrick Township for $219,372.00.

Lee & Deborah Rivenburg  to Dennis J. & Alice L. Valentine, in Brooklyn Township for $125,000.00.

Martha A. Loerke (AKA) Martha Loerke, Ellen J. Loerke (AKA) Ellen Loerke & Thomas J. Convile III to William S. & Susan Laufs Carmalt, in Choconut Township for $140,000.00.

PNC Mortgage - A Division of PNC Bank to United States Secretary of Housing & Urban Development in Gibson Township for $1.00.

Peter T. Baumann & Mary A. Butler to Christopher M. Baumann, in Harmony Township for $4,500.00.

Edward & Martha Shermanski to Edward Shermanski, in Herrick Township for $1.00.

Edward Shermanski (AKA)  Edward R. Shermanski & Martha A. Shermanski to Edward Shermanski, in Herrick Township for $1.00.

Joseph K. Loomis Sr. (ESTATE)  to Joseph K. Loomis Jr. in Harford Townhip for $1.00.

Stephen Joseph Dubernas (AKA) Stephen Dubernas & Brian Stanley Dubernas (AKA) Brian Dubernas to Stephen Joseph Dubernas, Brian Stanley Dubernas & Stephen Frank Dubernas, in Jackson Township for $1.00.

Randy Estabrook, Joni Jesse (NBM) Joni Estabrook to Randy Estabrook & Joni Estabrook, in Franklin Township for $1.00.

Lynn A. Gumaer to Bonnie C. & Joseph S. Travis, in New Milford Township for $1.00.

Harold Convey to Stephen Klem III, in Jackson Township for $44,000.00.

First National Bank of Pennsylvania (SBM), in Clifford Township for $76,000.00.

Virginia Louise Schroeder (ESTATE) & Virginia Louise Schroeder (TRUST BY TRUSTEE) to Evelyn Susan Schroeder (TRUST & Beverly Mellick (TRUST), in Jackson Township for $1.00.

Christopher D. & Barbara J. Buffington to Galen Briggs & Sarah Kitko, in Forest Lake Township for $195,000.00.

Kimberly Baker (FKA) Kimberly Farr, Jason Farr & Ashley Farr to Shawn & Kimberly Baker, in Lanesboro for $100.00.

Doris Carnese to Joseph M. & Angela M. Erschens, in Bridgewater Township for $39,000.00.

John A. MaTulevich Sr. (AKA) John A. MaTtulevich & Marty T. MaTulevich to David & Judy Lee VerDetto, in Thompson Township for $10,000.00.

Evelyn C. Miller to Douglas T. Miller, Jennifer J. Miller & Evelyn C. Miller (ESTATE), in Gibson Township for $1.00.

Evelyn C. Miller, to Douglas T. Miller, Jennifer L. Miller &Evelyn C. Miller (ESTATE), in Gibson Township for $1.00.

Mildred A. Bennett to Mildered A. & Gary D. Bennett, in Rush Township for $1.00.

Ethel Conley to Salvatore Falletta, in Forest City for $23,088.74.

Alice S. Hagendorf to Alice S. Hagendorf (TRUST, in Auburn Township for $1.00.

Margaret N. Barniea to Patrick & Randi Mulreaney, in Herrick Township for $78,000.00.

Martin B. Bloch to Block Pennsylvania family Trust, in Gibson Township for $1.00.

Paul E. & Patricia M. Propert to Matt & Jamie Lyn Markarian, in Great Bend Township for $190.00.00.

Thomas J. Ruskey, Mary C. Ruskey, David C. Ruskey & Anita Ruskey to Forest Lake Township for $4,480.00.

Alan B. Palmer (TRUST BY TRUSTEE) to Alan B. Palmer, in Rush Township for $1.00.

Warren C. White (ESTATE) to Richard White, in Clifford Township for $1.00.

Fiondi Inc. to Thomas J. Wright, Deborah A. Wright & Tyler T. Wright, in Herrick Township & Ararat Township for $178,750.00.

Palma Gun Club Inc. to Eldorado Creek Mineral Company LLC, in Gibson Township for $50,000.00.

Patricia Gleeson to Gleeson Trust, in Liberty Township for $1.00.

Nadine Lucas to Timothy E. Mayes, in Liberty Township for $139,920.00.

Mae Fannie (AKA) Federal National Mortgage Association (BY ATTY) to Robert J Thatcher Jr. & Caryn E. Zurn, in Hallstead Borough for $85,000.00.

Harry D. Dilkes (AKA) Harry P. Dilkes & Carmelanne Dikes to Michael  J. & Kelly C. Bednarz, in Jackson Township for $78,000.00.

Gerald E. & Carol H. Ely to Barry T. Wheaton, in Bridgewater Township for $227,000.00.

David A. & Evelyn K. Martin to Nicholas & Jessica Nederostek, in Silver Lake Township for $260,000.00.

Karol A. Smith to Nadine Lucas, in Montrose for $105,100.00.

Stuart W. & Carolee P Slocum to Stuart W. Slocum (TRUST) & Carolee P. Sloum (TRUST) in, Jackson Township for $1.00.

James W. & Dawn Robertson to Craig J. & Lindsay C. Robertson, in Lenox Township for $1.00.

George A. & Diane I. MacGeorge to MacGeorge Family Trust, in Bridgewater Township for $1.00.

George A. & Diane I. MacGeorge to MacGeorge Family Trust, in Silver Lake Township for $1.00.

Fiondi Inc. to Powers & Powers Family Limited Partnership, in Herrick Township & Ararat Township for $1.00.

George A. & Diane I. MacGeorge to MacGeorge Family Trust, in Sliver Lake Township for $1.00.

Hermann & Maxine Zappe to Mark  Zappe, Brian Zappe, Matthew Zappe & Teri Beckage, in Harford Township for $1.00.

Charlotte Ann Mason (EST AKA) Charlotte Mason (EST AKA) Charlotte Rafferty,  to Edward Rafferty, in Apolacon Township for $41,500.00.

Winfred P. & Arlene J. Bell to Roundtop Energy LLC, in Auburn Township for $46,280.00.

James M. Parla Jr. & Amalia Parla to Pennmarc Resources II LP, Wildes Mineral Interest LLC & McCrow Energy Partners II LLC, in Jackson Township & Gibson Township for $79,086,00.

Diane Bassett Canedy & Carl Canedy to Heather B. Ryder & Charles Salerno, in Clifford Township for $79,000.00.

Mary Holley to Michael Holley, in Ararat Township for $1.00.

Louis C. & Ursula M. Day to Cheryl L.  Vincent, Krista Marrer & Rodney Day, in Forest Lake Township for $1.00.

Jean Paula Smith to Arthur W. & Linda M. MacNew, in Brooklyn Township for $100.000.00.

Thomas Mitchell Gazda to Cynthia Lea & James P. Kent, in Silver Lake Township for $1.00.

Norine Martin To Norine, Keith & Karl Martin, in Liberty Township for $1.00.

Weldon C. & Ruthann Flewelling to S & L Equity LLC, in Hallstead Borough for $136,779.72.

The Susquehanna County Domestic Relations Section has outstanding Bench Warrants for the following individuals as of 10:15 a.m. on February 6, 2015: Jeremy E. Anderson, Sr., David P. Atherholt, Jr., Shawn J. Bedford, Allen S. Bowman, Michael J. Burger, Michael Calby, Brian N. Carter, Anthony M. Choplosky, Tina M. Clark, Ronald S. Cook, Brian M. Decker, Benjamin D. Fassett, David J. Fischer, Justin T. Giberson, Angelica Groover, Timothy M. Holmes, Lyle J. Hugaboom, Dustin L. Johnson, Leo A. Lasuer, Todd J. Layton, Joshua S. Lee, Charlie J. Legere, Derrick Lezinsky, Daniel M. Mangin, Vincent J. Petriello, Veronica D. Phelps, Brian T. Phillips, Desiree L. Shifler, Tessa E. Thomas, Kurtis Tracy, Steven G. Warner, Kyle D. Wilbur, Jamie L. Williams, Sr.

Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 170 with any information on the location of these individuals.