Three Susquehanna County artists will be presenting a show at the EMCA Gallery in Tunkhannock starting with a reception on Sunday, January 7 from 2-4 PM.  The public is  invited to this free and interesting show.  Rita Eddy, Richard Griffith and Maureen

VanNostrand will be part of the show which also includes James Dougher and Mary Sadauckas.  The  Five For The New Year show will be on display from January 7 through January 28, 2018.  Gallery hours:  Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 1-5 weather permitting.  http://emca.emcs.net  (570)836-3622.  The Gallery is located at 302 W.Tioga St;., Tunkhannock, PA 18657.

A variety of paintings will be available in a variety of medias and styles.  Rita Eddy works in watercolor, acrylic and pastels.  Richard Griffith works in watercolor and pastel.  Maureen VanNostrand works predominantly in oils.

Hello! My name is Michayla Stahl and I am the 2017-2018 Susquehanna County Dairy Princess. I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and enjoyed spending time with their loved ones. As everyone reflects back on their past year, everyone remembers something different. Some may focus on the New Year's resolutions that they had or hadn't followed through with last January. Others may focus on the pain and grief brought by loved ones passing away. As for me, I decided to focus on the impact I've had on so many people's lives during my rein as Dairy Princess.

Dairy Princess Michayla Stahl

I was crowned in May of 2017, and since then my court and I have completed over 300 dairy promotions. Those promotions were filled with plenty of laughter and often a little frustration. However, I've had the chance to grow close to the girls on my court, and as a team we have changed people's lives. We have gotten to encourage kids, teenagers, adults, the elderly, and parents to incorporate three servings of dairy into their diet every day, but more importantly, we have shared our love and passion for the dairy industry we promote. Our job, as promoters, isn't just about going out and telling people to drink milk. Our job is to open the eyes of consumers. We open their eyes to the incredible work our local famers do every day despite injury, illness, and disappointing milk prices. We open their eyes to the amazing benefits of consuming three servings of dairy every day, and lastly, we open their eyes to the passion we share, hoping they might start to share the same kind of passion.

As your New Year begins, instead of making a challenging New Year's resolution I encourage you to incorporate three simply servings of dairy into your everyday diet. The first serving can be eight ounces of yogurt with your breakfast in the morning. The second serving of the day can be as simple as having a few slices of cheese on your sandwich, or having a cheese stick for a snack. The third serving of the day can be an eight-ounce glass of cold, chocolate milk. Low fat chocolate milk is proven to be an all-natural muscle builder, bone strengthener and a mineral and vitamin rich drink.

I wish you good luck on your journey through 2018, and I pray your year is blessed with positive changes.

Happy Holidays and God bless!

Anna

Christmas may have come and gone, but the sprit of Christmas magic still lives in little Anna's heart! She still has not given up on finding her own home and a "Wonderful life".  Anna, who along with her brother Buddha  was found on a doorstep in a taped box by a couple who had been on vacation. Emaciated, suffering from a respiratory infection, and exposed to the frigid temperatures without food or water, it is unknown how long these two sweet souls were left there to fight for their survival.

After coming to True Friends and  receiving proper medical care and lots of TLC, both kitties made full a recovery.  Buddah was lucky enough to find his forever home.  Anna, a 4 month old Snowshoe mix still waits patiently for that loving home where she can snuggle to her heart's content.  Extremely affectionate and simply adorable, we are hoping to make 2018 Anna's lucky year. Please come in and meet this special kitty and find the perfect cuddle buddy who will surely warm your heart.

Between the freezing cold temperatures and animals in need of medical care, True Friends is off to a rough start to the new year and we are afraid it is going to be a very long Winter for us. If you can’t adopt, please consider donating.  Help us keep our area’s homeless animals safe, warm, and healthy.

The Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau has announced the release of its 2018 Guide to the Endless Mountains.

The 64-page color booklet is an informational guide to the Endless Mountains Region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, covering everything from where to stay and dine, to what to see and do in Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties. The category-based layout makes information on activities, lodgings, shops, eateries, scenic sites, and businesses easy to find.

In the guide, the reader will find where local museums, monuments, and historic sites can be found. It also points out breathtaking scenic vistas and overlooks, as well as where to enrich the mind through art exhibits, music, and theatre performances. There is also a variety of recreational opportunities listed including biking, hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing, golfing, and skiing. The annual events section is a collection of fun things happening in the Endless Mountains, while the community resources section assists in finding businesses or organizations in the area when needed. The event venue and resource sections makes this piece great for planning a destination wedding, family reunion, or business retreat.

The guide also includes the winning photos from the 2017 Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau Photo Contest, as well as information on how to enter the 2018 photo contest, which is open for submissions now through September 30, 2018.

To receive a free copy of the Guide to the Endless Mountains, call the bureau at 570-836-5431 or 800-769-8999, email info@endlessmountains.org, or stop by the bureau at 5405 State Route 6, Tunkhannock.

The Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau is the designated tourism promotion agency for Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties.

The Christmas meeting of the Beta Rho Chapter was held at St. Mark’s Parish Hall in New Milford.  The local chapter members of women educators of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International participate in a variety of projects to help women and children.  The “Fill a Bag for Kids” project involved members filling a backpack or some type of tote with supplies for children at the Women’s Resource Centers in Montrose and Tunkhannock.  Pat Arnold, chairman of the Personal Growth and Services Committee, organized the collection of bags.

Pictured (L-R) with some of the bags are: Beta Rho Chapter members Kathleen Hinkley, Kathy Fuller, Jeanette Saulo, Pat Arnold, Lansdale Shaffmaster and chapter president Dr. Nancy Simon.

Members were encouraged to think about what a child might need if he/she were suddenly removed from his home with a parent.  A wash cloth, toothbrush, toothpaste, gum, candy, crackers, socks, undies, hair ties, small blanket, toy, book, hat, gloves, balls, jump ropes, fancy band aids, lip balm and sippy cups were items suggested to fill the bags for kids.  Tags were made for the bags so that items could be specific to a boy or girl of a certain age. The categories were a boy or girl each in pre-k to k, grades 1-3, grades 4-6, grades 7-9 and high school.  

Forty bags were collected and then donated to two Women’s Resource Centers.  The centers were so pleased with the donations and indicated what a help it would be to families who come to the center.

Dog Licenses for 2018 Now Available at County Treasurer’s Office; All Dogs Must be Licensed by Jan. 1

Susquehanna County dog owners are reminded to purchase a 2018 dog license as required by Pennsylvania law.

“Dogs are an important part of our families,” said Jason Miller, Susquehanna County Treasurer.

“Losing your dog can be devastating. The best chance on having your dog returned safely is by having it properly licensed.”

State law requires that all dogs, three months or older, be licensed each year.  Failure to license a dog is a summary offense and could result in a maximum fine of $300 for each unlicensed dog.

The dog license application is simple. It only requests owner contact information, and details about the dog being licensed, like name, age, breed and color.

An annual dog license is $8.50, or $6.50 if the animal is spayed or neutered. Lifetime licenses are available for dogs that have permanent identification like a microchip or tattoo. Older adults and people with disabilities may be eligible for discounts.

Licensing fees support the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Dog Law Enforcement Office, which ensures the welfare of breeding dogs and puppies in commercial breeding kennels, regulates dogs classified as dangerous, and oversees annual licensure and rabies vaccinations for dogs.

Susquehanna County residents can purchase their dog licenses on-line at www.padoglicense.com; there is a $2 per license convenience fee to order dog licenses online; or you can purchase licenses in person at the Treasurer’s office from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Susquehanna County Courthouse, Montrose.

For more information call 570-278-4600, extension 4082, 4083, or 6695; or visit www.licenseyourdogPa.com.

Christ Church in Forest City is thrilled to be continuing it's program of monthly Free Community Luncheons into another new year. As always, they welcome all who come through their doors to enjoy a hearty meal that they happily serve with warm and friendly fellowship.

All are welcome to come to the next free luncheon on Saturday, January 20th.

Last week, the Susquehanna County Senior Centers pooled together to provide just over 150 Christmas gift bags to Meals on Wheels Endless Mountains recipients, most of whom might not otherwise get out to see loved ones over the holiday season.

(pic) (cap) “Elves” packing goodie gift bags for Meals on Wheels Endless Mountains recipients.

It all started when Susquehanna County’s Volunteer Coordinator Kelly Allen saw a story on Facebook about another Meals on Wheels program that pooled together to send gift bags to their meal recipients in early November. She reached out to the local senior centers that provide home-delivered meals to homebound aging adults to see if they would be interested. Each center agreed to contribute money to go toward the bags, and several goodies. Kelly also reached out to the community and received donations of food, money, and drawings by the local daycare children. Available staff members then gathered at the Lanesboro Senior Center, and together with several helpful elves, put all the items in the bags, which were then divvied up per center and delivered with the meals as a surprise on the 21st and the 22nd of December. Recipients were very surprised and touched, offering gratitude to the drivers and the center managers.

The Susquehanna County Senior Centers would like to thank their center participants, Paul & Lynn Montalbano, Debbie Wood Flower, Sally Brozonis, Brianna Deater, Lisa Allen, Gaylene Mowry, Cortney Tyler, and members of the Lawton Community Group for pooling together in this selfless manner to donate either money or food to be put in the gift bags. And thank you to our Center Managers, as well as our elves Regina Dilello, Tina Graham, Mary Heesh, Florence Payne, and Pat White, for giving your time to put the bags together.

The B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is funded in part by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging; the United Way of Bradford County; the Lycoming County United Way; the United Way of Susquehanna County and the Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Tioga County Commissioners. For additional information on Area Agency on Aging services, please call 1-800-982-4346.

The Lottery Calendar Fundraiser coordinated by B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging, Inc. has drawn the first winner of the year, with a prize of $30.00 to be distributed. The Lottery Calendar Fundraiser directly benefits services for seniors living in Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Tioga Counties. Each lottery calendar is sold for $20.00, and comes with 120 chances to win from January 1 to April 30, 2018. The evening “You Pick 3” lottery numbers are utilized, and the cash prize for each day is awarded to the calendar holder with the corresponding number. Daily cash prizes range from $30.00 up to $100.00, and a total of over $4,000 in cash prizes are possible.

Calendars can still be purchased at any B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging, Inc. office, with the Susquehanna County office located at 157 Spruce Street, Suite 1, in Montrose, open from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

For more information about the Lottery Calendar Fundraiser or B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging, Inc. services, please call 1-800-982-4346.

Susquehanna County, PA (December 28, 2017) Ernestine Baxter has been a dedicated volunteer ombudsman with B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging, Inc. since March 21, 2006. Ernestine was recently recognized for her twelve years of excellent service in the volunteer newsletter, “The Advocate”.

On her spirit and dedication, Ombudsman Carol Dieffenbach wrote, “Ernestine remembers and follows up on concerns previously identified by residents. She is very resident-centered and has a very caring spirit. Residents recognize her as someone they can trust in imparting sensitive information. Ernestine strives to achieve positive outcomes for residents.”

B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging, Inc. sincerely thanks Ernestine for her advocacy and service to residents of long-term care facilities, and the many other ombudsman volunteers who devote their time and share their compassion.

For additional information on the Ombudsman Program or Area Agency on Aging services, please call 1-800-982-4346. B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is funded in part by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging; the United Way of Bradford County; the Lycoming County United Way; the United Way of Susquehanna County and the Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Tioga County Commissioners.

Bench Warrants

The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANT'S for the following individuals as of 10:00 a.m. on December 29, 2017: Brian M. Anderson, Ryan A. Aukema, Amanda C. Bedell, Larry R. Belcher, Christina L. Birchard, Allen S. Bowman, James L. Bradley, Daniel M. Brown, Tina Dolan, Nathasha Everett, Morgan A. Garcia, Jeremy W. Hall, Timothy M. Holmes, Bryan Homsher, Tara M. Humphry, Jean M. Larson, Todd J. Layton, Charlie J. Legere, Lawrence M McGuire, Bradley W. Megivern, Joshua K. Mess, Peggy J. Mills, Timothy Murray, Zachary A. Nybeck, Charles Perry, Warren Petersen, Vincent J. Petriello, Bruce A. Schurr, Matthew J. Setzer, Richard D. Shoemaker, Jerome W. Slick, Robert Staff, Tyrone M. Taylor, Justin S. Thompson, Renee A. Valentine, Amie J. Vanvleck, Charles Vanwinkle, Jr., Robert C. Walter, II, Jeffrey Warner, Brandi R. Wayman, William R. Wayman, Jr., Roderick R. Williams, Eric W. Zick. Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 4050 with any information on the location of these individuals.

Deeds

Murphy, Marjorie J to Murphy, Michael F and Murphy, Brian C for $1.00 in Middletown Township.

Murphy, Michael F and Murphy, Brian C to Murphy Family Trust for $1.00 in Middletown Township.

Mannhaupt, William (AKA), Mannhaupt, William J, and Mannhaupt Karen (AKA), Mannhaupt, Karen A to Mannhaupt Living Trust for $1.00 in Herrick Township.

Stepniak, Thomas David and Stepniak, Faye F to Vakay, Nicholas A for $88,437.00 in Bridgewater Township.

Boyce, Robert and Boyce, Fern to Boyce Trust for$1.00 in Lenox Township.

CORRECTIVE DEED: Bailey, David and Bailey, Grace D (estate) and Beyea, Robers (AKA) Beyea, Robert W and Carey, Dennis F and Engle, Anthony R and Perkins, Emily (AKA) Perkins, Emily B and Mellon, Amy and Engle, Nathan and Egitto, Megan and Engle, Elizabeth (NBM) Howes, Elizabeth to Engle, Elizabeth (NBM) Howes, Elizabeth for $1.00 in Liberty Township.

INT 4 UNIT 40: Buckholtz, Robert C and Buckholtz Janice M and Buckholtz Kenneth R and Buckholtz David R, and Buckholtz Karen M to Bremer Hof Owners Inc. for $100.00 in Herrick Township.

Pike, Laura M (NKA) Little, Laura M and Little, Kevin to Crampton, Devon and Ankney, Amanda for $141,000.00 in Silver Lake Township.

Blakeslee, Lois J (Estate) and Igler, Sherry L and Homanich, Mary Jo to Blue Ridge Property Managers LLC. For $65,000.00 in New Milford Borough.

Abess, Norman Paul (By Sheriff) and Abess, Norman Paul (Trust By Sheriff) to Bank of New York Mellon (FKA) Bank of New York for $1,095.52 in New Milford Township.

Forba, Robert O Jr (Estate) to Forbe, Nancy L and Forba, Matthew R and Forba, Emily L for $1.00 in Springville Township.

Alumni, Raymond H and Alumni, Louise M and Alumni, Raymond A and Alumni, Catherine A and Mahalidge, Patricia to Alumni, Raymond A and Alumni, Catherine A for $6,000.00 in Harmony Township.

Nice, Bradley (Estate) to Nice, Reana L for $1.00 in Middletown Township.

Stracka, William S and Stracka, Dale P to Holland, Scott for $188,000.00 in Oakland Township.

Stockholm Realty Co. LLC. To Stockholm Realty Co. LLC. For $1.00 in Liberty Township.

Stockholm Realty Co. LLC. To Stockholm, Roger J and Stockholm, Sharon M (AKA) Stockholm, Sharon to ILIN, Dimitry and Ilin, Raisa for $188,000.00 in Liberty Township.