County Living

Jaime Benson and Sean Mulhern of Odenton, Maryland are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Selah John Benson Mulhern.

She was born May 25, 2018 at Howard County General Hospital, Columbia, Maryland. Selah weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces and was 20 1/4 inches long at birth.

She was welcomed home by her sister, Saoirse Debra (pictured above with Selah).

Maternal grandparents are John and Debra Benson, Susquehanna.

Paternal grandparents are Pat and Kim Mulhern, Sierra Vista, Arizona.

Great grandparents are Ginny Benson, Susquehanna and Phyllis Libby, Marysville, Kansas.

What's your favorite summer dairy treat? Is it a yogurt parfait, a nice bowl of ice cream, or a milkshake? Those are all nice summer treats, but one of my favorites is dirt cake! It's a fun, kid loving summer treat.

Don't forget to get your "Three Every Day of Dairy", milk, cheese or yogurt. I hope you enjoy one of my favorite summer dairy treats.

Dirt Cake: 8 oz. cream cheese, ½ stick butter, 1 cup confectionary sugar, 2 small boxes of instant vanilla pudding, 3 ½ cups milk, 1 container of Extra Creamy Cool Whip, 20 oz. Oreo cookies crushed.

Mix the cream cheese, butter, and confectionary sugar together. Mix the instant pudding, milk and the thawed cool whip. Then stir the 2 mixtures together. Place some crushed Oreos in a container of your choice. Place a layer of mixture and more Oreos. Continue layering the mixture and Oreos. Add gummy worms for fun. Chill overnight and, enjoy.

For 4 weeks this summer Mike Simmers, of South Montrose, has been interning at 2 local US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) offices in Susquehanna and Wyoming County as an Earth Team volunteer. Mike is a 2017 graduate of Montrose Jr./Sr. High School in Susquehanna County.

As an Earth Team volunteer, Michael Simmers is a great example of what can be accomplished with a dedicated volunteer who can only work for a limited period. The Keuka College sophomore, who is majoring in environmental sciences, began working with NRCS at the Susquehanna and Wyoming County NRCS Field offices. His 140-plus hours of service gave him exposure to the field of agriculture and natural resource conservation through numerous hands-on learning experiences.

Mike began working in late June, 2018 assisting NRCS staff with a variety of tasks ranging from filing, conservation planning, to project layout (simple surveying) and checkout (construction as-builts). He learned the importance of working with conservation partners (DEP, Conservation Districts, Bureau of Forestry and the USDA Farm Service Agency).

NRCS District Conservationist Ain Welmon, in Susquehanna County, stated, "Mike has already worked out in the field, with me, on farm conservation planning, Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) plant id and field eligibility for the program and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) for forestry with field eligibility visits. He has worked with our soil conservation technicians on some of our more common conservation practices like spring developments, watering troughs, subsurface drainage, underground outlets, concrete heavy use areas and forest land management."

Rich Gulyas, the NRCS District Conservationist for Wyoming County stated, "In order to fulfill NRCS' mission of 'Helping People Help the Land', a lot of conservation planning happens behind the scenes. Mike has been a great asset to our team, especially with his technological skills, in completing this necessary work. We're certain Mike's experience with NRCS will help him build upon his future career in environmental resource management."

The Earth Team is the volunteer component of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. If you are interested in volunteering, contact the National Earth Team Office at 888-526-3227, or visit: http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/EarthTeam.

Cindy Reynolds, Beta Rho Chapter of DKG Society member, is pictured with three of her original watercolor paintings which were jury selected for posting on the DKG International Gallery of Art. She also received a $2,000.00 enrichment grant from Alpha Alpha PA State to attend a week-long watercolor painting workshop in Owls Head, Maine in September. The competitive grant was based on Cindy's many contributions to DKG and her follow up plans from the workshop to benefit other painters in her classes.

 

Gail Franko, teacher at the Lackawanna Trail Elementary Center, recently received the $500.00 competitive state DKG Nancy Grove Visionary Grant. She will utilize the grant to introduce the SCRATCH coding program on chrome books that she is helping to fund for each of her students in memory of her husband Pete Franko. She also received a grant from Penn East Federal Credit Union and is accepting private donations towards the purchase of chrome books for each of her students to use in the fall. The grant will help to expand the education of her math students in coding and offers them the opportunity to be creative and strengthens their problem-solving skills. Pictured (l-r) are: Sue Stamm, past Alpha Alpha State PA president and Gail Franko, grant recipient.

Thousands of people have responded to the emergency call for blood and platelet donations issued by the American Red Cross in early July. Still, there continues to be an emergency need for donors of all blood types, especially type O, to give now to address a severe blood shortage.

Red Cross blood donations are being distributed to hospitals faster than they are coming in, and right now there is less than a five-day blood supply on hand. The Red Cross strives to keep a five-day supply of blood to meet the needs of patients and to be prepared for emergencies that require significant volumes of donated blood products.

"Patients don't get a summer break from the need for lifesaving treatments, so it is critical that hospitals have access to blood products each and every day," said Patty Corvaia, communications manager of the American Red Cross New York-Penn Blood Services Region. "We sincerely appreciate those who have responded to the call to help save lives, but the emergency need remains. Those who haven't rolled up a sleeve to give are urged to do so today."

There is a particular need for type O blood, which plays an important role in ongoing patient care and emergencies. Type O positive is the most transfused blood type and can be given to patients with any Rh-positive blood type. Type O negative is the universal blood type and can be given to any patient. It's what emergency room personnel reach for when there is no time to determine the blood type of patients in the most serious situations.

In thanks, all those who come to donate blood or platelets July 30 through Aug. 30, 2018, will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email. (Restrictions apply; see amazon.com/gc-legal. More information and details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Together.)

Donors of all blood types are urged to make an appointment to give now using the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Upcoming local blood donation opportunity is in New Milford – August 8, 2pm - 6pm, The Summit, 17279 State Route 11.

How to donate blood

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver's license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.

About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit RedCross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

On May 20th Elk Mountain Community 4-H club held its meeting. There was a talk about upcoming events, then a demonstration by Payton Lord on painting with sponges. We ended our meeting by doing a livestock activity on identifying the parts of a pig.

This summer marks the first year for Penn State's early action as an option for Penn State applicants for summer/fall 2019. Penn State's applications open August 1, giving prospective students more time to begin, and complete, their applications.

Those who complete the application by Nov. 1 will be considered early-action applicants and receive an admissions decision by Dec. 24 and receive notice of their student aid package in mid-February, giving them more time to sort out their financial position.

"At Penn State Scranton, our admission staff is ready and waiting to help any early-action applicants who are interested in Penn State," said Director of Enrollment Services Sandy Feather. "We have an upcoming open house on August 9, where we can help start the process and counselors available to help them fill out the necessary paperwork and sort through financial aid options."

Early action does not obligate admitted students to attend Penn State. Early-action applicants still have until May 1, 2019 to make their decision.

Feather also points out that prospective students interested in starting their college career prior to summer/fall 2019 still have time to register for both the fall 2018 and spring 2019 semesters at Penn State Scranton.

"We can accept new students here at Penn State Scranton throughout the year, although they do need to understand that they may face certain limitations in terms of class availability and financial aid."

Penn State Scranton, located just off of Interstate 81 in Dunmore, right outside of the City of Scranton, offers 13 bachelor degrees, four associate degrees and the first two years of over 275 Penn State degrees.

For more information on the campus, the upcoming August 9 Spend A Summer Evening open house and degrees offered there, visit the Penn State Scranton website.

In addition to applying through MyPennState, prospective students can also apply during the early-action window through the Coalition application. In late August, students may choose to apply using the Common Application. The required materials are the same for all methods: Applicants will need to complete one of the applications, provide standardized test scores, and their self-reported academic record.

For more information, visit the Penn State admissions website and/or the Penn State Scranton.

Early action was implemented through a joint effort of the Office of Undergraduate Education, the Office of Student Aid, and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Following is the list of names drawn to serve as Petit and Traverse jurors for August to appear in the Court of Common Pleas, Susquehanna County Courthouse (large Courtroom), Montrose, PA, on the 6th day of August, 2018, at nine o'clock am (9:00 am):

AUGUST JURY SELECTION LIST                      DISTRICT

33 BEAN JR., DAVID L                            FOREST CITY BORO

31 BIGLIN, DANIEL PAUL                          CLIFFORD TWP

36 BISHOP, ROXANNE                              SUSQUEHANNA BORO

76 BROWN, CHARLES                         CLIFFORD TWP

9 BROWN, DUSTON M                         APOLACON TWP

4 BRYDEN, BETTY LOU                             MONTROSE BORO

80 BUSHNELL, TARA                               DIMOCK TWP

62 CALLA, ALYSSA PAIGE                          SUSQUEHANNA BORO

74 CASSEL, MARJORIE L                           HERRICK TWP

92 CHANCE, WILLIAM T                            MONTROSE, BORO

34 CHARA, EDWARD                                SILVER LAKE TWP

78 CLAPPER, TYLER T.                            SPRINGVILLE, TWP

93 COOK, NICHOLAS                               NEW MILFORD TWP

51 CORDNER, RUSSELL W.                          FOREST LAKE TWP

71 DAVIS, JEFFREY A.                            NEW MILFORD BORO

63 EDDLESTON, DAVID B                           FRANKLIN TWP

99 EVERITT, CAROL S                             SILVER LAKETWP

75 FANCHER, BRADY DANIEL                        HALLSTEAD BORO

19 FASSETT, GINGER MARIE                              RUSH TWP

12 FERRICK, ALISA M                             FOREST CITY BORO

38 FISCHER, MATTEW L                            FRANKLIN TWP

45 GEIGER, STEPHEN GLEN                         FOREST LAKE TWP

54 GILLERAN, RACHAEL C.                         THOMPSON TWP

64 GIORGIO JR., PAUL ANTHONY                    SPRINGVILLE TWP

86 GREGORY, KANDI LEE                           BRIDGEWATER TWP

28 GREINER, CHRISTINE M                         OAKLAND TWP

39 HALL, ROGER MARK                             JACKSON TWP

56 HOLLISTER, KIMBERLY J.                       DIMOCK TWP

49 JACOBY, DONNA M                              CLIFFORD TWP

91 KEENE, JOY EILEEN                            NEW MILFORD TWP

6 KERR, EUGENE H.                               FRANKLIN TWP

3 LABARBERA, JOSEPH A                           BRIDGEWATER TWP

65 MACKEY, DEBBIE M                             SILVER LAKE TWP

66 MADRID, SAMANTHA M                           UNION DALE BORO

5 MARCHO, JANE ELLEN                            CLIFFORD TWP

10 MOYER, KAREN M.                              CLIFFORD TWP

57 MULLEN, PEGGY SUE                            GREAT BEND TWP

46 NAPOLITANO, HEATHER LEE                      SUSQUEHANNA BORO

106 NASSER, THOMAS J                            DIMOCK TWP

105 ORNER, ROBIN                                NEW MILFORD BORO

35 PENNAY, JENNY L                                    BROOKLYN TWP

68 POLMAN, LYNN GOOSLEY                   SILVER LAKE TWP

81 POTTER, JEFFREY S                            SUSQUEHANNA BORO

50 SUSCAL, STAR M.                                    HALLSTEAD BORO

1 SYLE, THOMAS CANTRELL                   BRIDGEWATER TWP

83 VANDENHENGEL, HENDRIKA K                     DIMOCK TWP

96 VANNOSTRAND, THOMAS JAMES              MONTROSE BORO

42 WARNER JR., RICHARD L                              NEW MILFORD BORO

94 WELCH, ROBYN MARIE                           SUSQUEHANNA BORO

11 WHEATON, ERIC JAMES                          BRIDGEWATER TWP

98 WILLIAMS, MARK HOWARD                        BROOKLYN TWP

24 YANCHULIS, DIANE R                           RUSH TWP

104 YETTER, GARY LYNN                           LITTLE MEADOWS BORO

Mother Nature certainly cooperated during the recent "Hometown Days" celebration in downtown Susquehanna—especially with the 5th Annual 5K Run Walk held on Saturday, July 21st. The Race was very successful this year, with approximately 121 Runners/Walkers taking part. Individuals from as far away as Virginia, California and nearby Binghamton, NY participated, as well as residents of local boroughs and townships. There were even divisions for those pushing a stroller or accompanied by man's (or woman's) best friend. Without a doubt, the most inspiring runner was 81 years young Jackson, PA resident, Patrick Skelly, whose participation encouraged all runners and walkers, and proved to us all that you're never too old or too young to keep fit. We hope that he will plan to join us next year.

This year's race was dedicated to the memory of Daniel Wolfe, who was a resident of the Borough of Susquehanna Depot, former Teacher at Susquehanna Community High School and was the Cross-Country Coach of the school's "Wolfe-Pack" for many years, besides being an integral part of the Hometown Days 5K Run/Walk. It has been decided that future races with the Hometown Days timeframe will be renamed "The Daniel Wolfe Memorial Race". Mrs. Sheri Wolfe was present for the announcement.

We wish to congratulate all who ran or walked and extend many thanks to everyone who helped to make the 5th annual run/walk such a resounding success.

Place	Bib	Name	Gender	Clock	Pace	Division	Division
				Time		Place
1	309	Steve Esposito	M	16:16.6	5:15	1	M Open
2	296	Peyton Jones	M	16:31.20	5:20	1	M 13-19
3	601	Daniel Adrion	M	17:09.0	5:32	1	M 20-29
4	615	Kevin Heeman	M	17:26.3	5:38	2	M 13-19
5	70	Jeffrey Rood	M	17:40.1	5:42	1	M 30-39
6	132	Stephen Mazikiwich	M	18:05.4	5:50	2	M 30-39
7	246	Alex McHugh	M	18:21.5	5:55	3	M 13-19
8	623	Matt Robinson	M	18:43.1	6:02	3	M 30-39
9	286	Austin Gow	M	18:50.7	6:05	4	M 13-19
10	290	Jason Goldman	M	18:54.6	6:06	1	M 40-49
11	86	Val White	M	19:13.5	6:12	5	M 13-19
12	608	Bethany Brown	F	19:15.7	6:13	1	F Open
13	59	Kathleen Grausgruber	F	19:28.5	6:17	1	F 30-39
14	238	John Zincone	M	20:06.3	6:29	1	M 50-59
15	289	Gary Fancher	M	20:19.5	6:33	2	M 50-59
16	247	Keri Jones	F	21:07.2	6:49	1	F 20-29
17	60	Robert Lupo Jr.	M	21:24.9	6:54	2	M 40-49
18	620	Morgan Gorman	M	22:06.7	7:08	4	M 30-39
19	83	Declan Giannone	M	22:12.2	7:10	6	M 13-19
20	261	Zizwe Grandeson	M	22:16.6	7:11	5	M 30-39
21	287	Elizabeth Schaefer	F	22:18.8	7:12	2	F 30-39
22	618	JD Heckman	M	22:30.9	7:16	7	M 13-19
23	305	Jared Thomas	M	22:41.7	7:19	6	M 30-39
24	612	Robert MacLean	M	22:42.6	7:20	7	M 30-39
25	611	Ray Carpenter	M	22:57.7	7:24	8	M 30-39
26	299	Mark Graham	M	23:01.0	7:25	3	M 50-59
27	188	Michelle Burke	F	23:03.1	7:26	3	F 30-39
28	604	Michael Graves	M	23:18.1	7:31	3	M 40-49
29	254	Daniel Braun	M	23:23.9	7:33	2	M 20-29
30	269	Jordan Boerner	M	23:45.9	7:40	3	M 20-29
31	603	Darren Wasielewski	M	23:51.8	7:42	9	M 30-39
32	621	Adam Brown	M	24:02.6	7:45	4	M 50-59
33	84	D. Giannone	F	24:08.4	7:47	1	F 0-12
34	95	John Clark	M	24:11.0	7:48	10	M 30-39
35	85	Peter Giannone	M	24:19.0	7:51	4	M 40-49
36	192	J. Burke	M	25:14.1	8:08	1	M 0-12
37	180	Joe Burke	M	25:19.7	8:10	11	M 30-39
38	624	Kathy Purtell	F	25:28.9	8:13	1	F 50-59
39	110	D. Hennessey	M	25:57.4	8:22	2	M 0-12
40	302	Jeffrey Hall	M	26:01.9	8:24	1	M 60-69
41	610	Paula Fitch	F	26:21.0	8:30	1	F 60-69
42	294	John Kopalek	M	26:50.7	8:40	2	M 60-69
43	92	Lindsey Burdick	F	26:57.0	8:42	2	F 20-29
44	99	Carson Beamer	M	27:02.3	8:43	8	M 13-19
45	113	Kiera Hennessey	F	27:09.8	8:46	4	F 30-39
46	308	Amanda Thomas	F	27:12.0	8:46	5	F 30-39
47	69	Jack Rood	M	27:12.2	8:47	3	M 60-69
48	82	Erin Giannone	F	27:20.9	8:49	1	F 40-49
49	76	Liza Dooley	F	27:23.0	8:50	6	F 30-39
50	622	Ariel Weidler	F	27:24.3	8:50	3	F 20-29
51	314	Joseph Brienze	M	27:26.3	8:51	12	M 30-39
52	41	Michelle VanAken	F	27:53.3	9:00	2	F 50-59
53	115	Sean Hennessey	M	28:07.1	9:04	13	M 30-39
54	98	Amy Dahm	F	28:29.1	9:11	1	F 13-19
55	619	Jeremiah Terwilliger	M	28:43.7	9:16	14	M 30-39
56	616	Renée eville	F	28:49.2	9:18	4	F 20-29
57	617	Frank Heckman	M	28:57.3	9:20	15	M 30-39
58	97	Kelli Kane	F	29:05.9	9:23	2	F 40-49
59	91	Chris Chacona	M	29:11.3	9:25	4	M 60-69
60	614	Kristen Walker	F	29:13.5	9:26	7	F 30-39
61	103	Strephanie MacDonald	F	29:17.5	9:27	5	F 20-29
62	602	Michael Ficarro	M	29:19.2	9:27	5	M 50-59
63	288	Jamie Boerner	M	29:35.2	9:33	4	M 20-29
64	56	Richarrd Redmond	M	30:02.0	9:41	5	M 60-69
65	77	Kerstin Dooley	F	30:24.3	9:48	2	F 13-19
66	101	Michael Lisowski	M	30:30.0	9:50	6	M 60-69
67	291	Michelle Schell	F	31:27.3	10:09	8	F 30-39
68	72	Jennifer Bagnall-Drought	F	32:05.8	10:21	3	F 40-49
69	282	Susie Burchell	F	33:52.9	10:56	2	F 60-69
70	625	Denise Medlar	F	34:20.2	11:05	4	F 40-49
71	57	Francy Wiggs	F	34:21.1	11:05	1	F 70-99
72	285	A. Welch	F	34:48.7	11:14	2	F 0-12
73	109	Jenna Krall	F	34:54.1	11:16	3	F 13-19
74	284	Anonymous Participant	F	34:54.4	11:16	6	F 20-29
75	606	Carisa Harris	F	36:06.7	11:39	9	F 30-39
76	609	Rose Hendrickson	F	36:10.6	11:40	3	F 60-69
77	96	Chris Kane	M	36:27.7	11:46	6	M 50-59
78	58	Don Wiggs	M	36:38.1	11:49	7	M 60-69
79	304	Jennifer Clough	F	36:57.9	11:55	7	F 20-29
80	607	A. Harris	F	38:02.5	12:16	3	F 0-12
81	89	Joanna Soden	F	38:03.3	12:17	5	F 40-49
82	90	Bradley Soden	M	38:04.1	12:17	5	M 40-49
83	318	Sarah Brienze	F	38:39.3	12:28	10	F 30-39
84	81	Sue Crawford	F	38:49.0	12:31	4	F 60-69
85	613	Angela Kuss	F	38:51.5	12:32	6	F 40-49
86	117	Pam Hennessey	F	38:52.9	12:33	5	F 60-69
87	67	Ryan Martin	M	41:22.6	13:21	5	M 20-29
88	68	Jessica Derrick	F	41:24.4	13:21	8	F 20-29
89	66	Marissa Derrick	F	41:29.9	13:23	4	F 13-19
90	297	Pam Overmeyer	F	42:21.7	13:40	6	F 60-69
91	62	M. Lupo	F	42:30.5	13:43	4	F 0-12
92	94	Allison Queor	F	42:42.3	13:47	5	F 13-19
93	298	Kathie Walburger	F	42:42.3	13:47	11	F 30-39
94	283	Roberta Manning	F	43:13.3	13:57	12	F 30-39
95	100	Joanna Rhone	F	43:42.7	14:06	7	F 40-49
96	303	Margaret Smith	F	43:42.9	14:06	3	F 50-59
97	88	Margaret Biegert	F	45:01.3	14:31	4	F 50-59
98	300	Steve Biegert	M	45:04.6	14:32	7	M 50-59
99	301	Sarah Biegert	F	45:06.0	14:33	9	F 20-29
100	93	Jackie Gow	F	45:48.1	14:46	8	F 40-49
101	55	Gary Day	M	46:31.9	15:01	8	M 50-59
102	74	R. Drought	F	47:04.3	15:11	5	F 0-12
103	71	Pam Bagnall	F	47:12.0	15:14	7	F 60-69
104	73	A. Drought	F	47:17.2	15:15	6	F 0-12
105	63	Adrienne Lupo	F	47:55.5	15:28	13	F 30-39
106	61	K. Lupo	M	47:55.9	15:28	3	M 0-12
107	295	Karen Grasgruber	F	55:18.8	17:51	9	F 40-49
108	605	Jennifer Grausgruber	F	55:19.0	17:51	10	F 40-49
109	293	Diane Kopalek	F	55:43.4	17:59	8	F 60-69
110	54	Mia Cancilla	F	56:04.7	18:05	6	F 13-19
111	292	Mike Brown	M	56:05.8	18:06	6	M 40-49
112	78	Becky Kinney	F	04:28.4	20:48	5	F 50-59
113	80	Alyse Kerr	F	04:30.9	20:49	14	F 30-39
114	79	Ben Gill	M	04:33.0	20:49	16	M 30-39
115	120	Patrick Skelly	M	13:01.5	23:33	1	M 70-99

People aren't the only ones who love to spend time in the family yard during the summer months. For the family pet, the outdoor living room serves many purposes – providing a place to relax, burn off some energy, play safely with friends (human and furry), and do their "business."

To help everyone – including your pets – enjoy the family yard this summer, consider these tips from TurfMutt. He's the spokesdog for the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute's (OPEI) environmental education program. TurfMutt is a former rescue dog who paws it forward by helping kids and their families learn about the benefits of their family yard for people and pets. As a former street dog himself, TurfMutt also advocates for pet rescue organizations and causes.

Skip Fake Grass

Artificial turf (a.k.a. fake grass) is never a good idea, especially if you have pets. Plastic grass gets very hot during the summer, is challenging to clean, and is anything but environmentally-friendly. It cannot be recycled, and it requires water to clean and cool it. Be a backyard superhero and select real turfgrass.

Pick the Right Plants & Grasses

As for which kind of grass to choose, go for something hardy that will withstand a high volume of traffic. Buffalo and Bermuda grasses can be a good choice, depending on your climate zone. For other plants and shrubs, check the ASPCA's list of toxic and non-toxic garden plants for advice before buying. You'll want soft, yet sturdy, foliage near walkways – save the delicate decorative flowers for elevated flowerbeds and patio pots.

Choose Natural

There are many non-toxic ways to prevent pests in your backyard, which is good news for your people and pets! Wind chimes near flower and garden beds can help keep pets and pests away. Scented marigolds repel unwanted insects while attracting spider mites and snails. Lavender smells amazing and repels fleas and moths. The oil in basil plants can keep mosquitoes and flies away.

Consider Pollinators & Other Wildlife

While you want to keep some pests out, remember that nature starts in your backyard! Your family yard provides habitat and food for birds, butterflies, bees and more. Each of these species help pollinate human food crops and flowering plants, so take them into consideration when you're selecting your living landscapes.

Create a Doggy Dream Yard

One final tip – there's no shame in going all out to make your yard a dream for your dog! Remember, your outdoor living room is one of his favorite places to be. Some ideas include adding a splash pool for your pup, creating a sandbox for Fido to unleash his love of digging, or adding a puppy pergola to provide shade for Sadie. Be creative! Your canine will thank you.

Attorney General Josh Shapiro, Governor Tom Wolf and the Pennsylvania State Police tonight successfully blocked access to 3D downloadable guns in Pennsylvania. Following an emergency hearing in federal court in Philadelphia initiated by the Attorney General, a company seeking to distribute downloadable gun files over the Internet agreed to make its sites unaccessible to Pennsylvania users, and to not upload any new 3D gun files.

Before the hearing, the company, Defense Distributed, had promised that on August 1, "the age of the downloadable gun formally begins." The defendants claimed in court that they began distributing gun files even earlier; 1,000 people had already downloaded 3D plans for AR-15 semi-automatic assault rifles.

The public safety controversy erupted after Defense Distributed recently settled with the federal government following a lengthy litigation, allowing it to continue its 'at home' gun-printing business. Left unchecked, Americans would be able to download a wide range of actual, working guns, including AR-15s, and 3D print their own guns – without serial numbers and without being subjected to the background check system for gun sales currently in place under federal and state law through licensed firearms dealers.

Attorney General Shapiro, Gov. Wolf and the State Police sued in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, to block the company from distributing its 3D gun designs in Pennsylvania. The company agreed to block Pennsylvania users from its site, following an emergency hearing before U.S. District Court Judge Paul Diamond.

"The harm to Pennsylvanians would have been immediate and irreversible," Attorney General Shapiro said. "Defense Distributed was promising to distribute guns in Pennsylvania in reckless disregard of the state laws that apply to gun sales and purchases in our Commonwealth. Once these untraceable guns are on our streets and in our schools, we can never get them back. The decision to block Pennsylvania users from downloading these 3D gun files is a victory for public safety and common sense. The company also agreed to not upload any new gun files to its sites – another important development."

"The threat of untraceable guns in the hands of unknown owners is too daunting to stand by and not take action," Governor Wolf said. "Attorney General Shapiro and I will fight to protect Pennsylvania families and children. The federal government has abdicated its responsibility to keep our citizens safe but we will not be deterred from working to ensure Pennsylvania safety laws are followed and our residents are protected from these dangerous weapons getting in the wrong hands."

According to the lawsuit, anyone can become a member of Defense Distributed for a nominal fee. When you sign up, you are only required to pick a username, password and supply an email – you are not asked for proof of age, a valid gun license or a permit-to-carry number. The company promises that by joining, members "do more than protect the Second Amendment. They fund its direct, material expansion", according to the lawsuit.

Over decades, Pennsylvania lawmakers have created legal controls to ensure citizens can safely exercise all of the rights to which they are entitled: the right to bear arms and the right to live peacefully. The lawsuit states that "among these controls are criminal laws, including the Pennsylvania Uniform Firearms Act. This long-settled statute requires protections in order to possess potentially-deadly weapons such a minimum age for purchase, background checks, and valid firearms licenses and permits."

The lawsuit states that "Defense Distributed has sought to bypass these established legal requirements to instantaneously deliver real, operational firearms to any Pennsylvanian with an internet connection and a 3D printer."

The Commonwealth's lawsuit alleges violations of the Pennsylvania Uniform Firearms Act of 1995 and the Federal Gun Control Act of 1968, as well as Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law. The Commonwealth applied for a temporary restraining order and preliminary and permanent injunction to prevent Defense Distributed from making any 3D printable firearms available over the Internet.

Attorney General Shapiro and his legal team, working in concert with the Governor and State Police, will continue seeking a preliminary and permanent injunction against Defense Distributed's plans to make its 3D gun files available online as the litigation continues.

Bench Warrants

The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANT'S for the following individuals as of 8:03am on August 3, 2018: Ryan Aukema, Brett F. Barnes, Edward Bentler, Allen S. Bowman, James L. Bradley, David Branning, Ryan T. Brooks, Daniel M. Brown, Lee M. Carter, Christopher J. Clark, Jeremy T. DeGraw, Nicholas A. Disney, Tina Dolan, Nathasha Everett, Morgan A. Garcia, Jeremy W. Hall, Kaci Jo Howell, Lyle J. Hugaboom, Tara M. Humphry, Timothy J. Jackson, Jean M. Larson, Todd J. Layton, Lawrence M. McGuire, Peggy J. Mills, Matthew J. Moxen, Nick Petersen, Vincent J. Petriello, Thomas C. Phillips, Matthew J. Setzer, Kelly A. Skinner, Jerome W. Slick, Brian J. Snow, Tyrone M. Taylor, Edward Teshara, Charity L. Turner, Renee A. Valentine, Brandi R. Wayman, William Webb, Roderic R. Williams. Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 4050 with any information on the location of these individuals.

Deeds

Ritter, Joseph D and Ritter, Deborah to Ritter, Nathan for $1.00 in Lenox Township.

Wilcox, Mark to Stafursky, David and Stafursky, Kimberly for $593,500.00 Clifford Township.

Welch, Matthew A to Welch, Matthew A and MacPherson, Kimberlin for $1.00 in Oakland Township.

Northeast Investments LLC to Tiffany, Phillip Edward and Tiffany, Susan Eleanor for $142,000.00 in Montrose 2W.

Christian, Mary Jane (Estate) to Noble, Robert and Noble, Mary for $72,000.00 in Dimock Township.

Laughlin, Patricia Sarazen (Estate) to Dibble, David R for $1.00 in Oakland Township.

Jaskulski, Carol A (AKA) and Jaskulski, Carol to Jaskulski, Carol A and Jaskulski, Robert G for $1.00 in Jackson Township.

Corrective: Teel, Ronald J and Teel, Anne to Teel, Ronald J for $1.00 in Dimock Township.

Titus, Helen L to Catlin, Paula R and Catlin, Rexford O for $1.00 in Bridgewater Township.

Hayden, Kathleen A to Hayden, Stephany M for $1.00 in Lenox Township.

Ackley, Laura M (NBM) and Martin, Laura M and Martin, Daniel (AKA) and Martin, Daniel J to Carpenter, Timothy A and Carpenter, Brandy L for $17,800.00 in Hallstead Borough.

Cleveland, Cynthia A (By Sheriff) and Cleveland, Michael E (Estate By Sheriff) to Bank of New York Mellon (FKA) and Bank of New York for $1,106.41 in Hop Bottom Borough.

Rappolt, Christopher (By Sheriff) and Rappolt, Barbara (By Sheriff) to Shinn, Joseph and Shinn, Jean and Silfee, Mark for $122,264.38 in Gibson Township.

Brush, Joan (By Sheriff) to Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for $1,618.32 in Oakland Borough.

Corrective: Spedding, Beth L to Spedding, George Nelson and Spedding, Doris L for $1.00 in Clifford Township.

Gall, Julie A and Gall, Stephen (AKA) and Gall, Stephen G to Budine, Cyrus R for $53,510.00 in Harmony Township.

Viper Energy Partners LLC to JRS Land Company LLC for $10.00 one location in Harford Township and one location in Gibson Township and one location in Lenox Township.

JRS Land Company LLC to Cavallo Mineral Partners LLC for $10.00 one location in Harford Township and one location in Gibson Township and one location in Lenox Township.

Jankowski, Arthur J (AKA) and Jankowski, Arthur J Jr and Jankowski, Sandra F to Jankowski, Glen Eric for $1.00 in Harford Township.

Depew, Audrey (By Atty) to Depew, David E for $1.00 in Lenox Township.

Mazza, Michael Jr to Karp, Michael and Karp, Linda June for $40,000.00 in Lenox Township.

Becker, Carol A (Trust By Trustees) to Becker, Carol A for $1.00 in Rush Township.

Scarfalloto, Angelo and Scarfalloto, Jacqueline J and Scarfalloto, Rodolfo A to Scarfalloto, Esther for $1.00 in Bridgewater Township.

Larkin, Eugene (Estate AKA) and Larkin, Eugene Eben (Estate) to Skurnowicz, Stephen B and Skurnowicz, Robert G and Skurnowicz, Suzanne E and Skurnowicz, Mary A for $50,000.00 in Lenox Township.

Azevedo, Lori to Azevedo, Lori and Azevedo, Louis for $1.00 in Jessup Township.

Azevedo, Lori to Azevedo, Lori and Azevedo, Louis for $1.00 in Jessup Township.

MTGLQ Investors LP (By Atty) to Beaton, Natalie D for $320,813.00 in Bridgewater Township.

Ludwig, Donna to Butler, Becky Lynn for $59,000.00 in Forest City 2W.

Venuti, Joseph A to Venuti, Joseph A for $0.00 in New Milford Township.

Warner, Michael and Warner, Michelle to Warner, Daniel S and Warner, Gretchen M for $10,000.00 in Dimock Township.

Warner, Michael to Warner, Michelle for $1.00 in Liberty Township.

Bell, Chadwick and Forys, Kari A (AKA) and Bell, Kari A (NKA) and Smith, Kari A and Smith, Taylor to Bell, Chadwick for $1.00 in Springville Township.

Robinson, Charles and Robinson, Marlene L to Carey, David D for $107,000.00 in Springville Township.

Benjamin, Ernest III and Benjamin, Margo and Basa, Paula and Basa, Wayne and Kasten, Jan M and Kasten, James and Cooper, Alice and Cooper, John to 5GK LLC for $310,000.00 in Great Bend Township.

Woosman, Joseph M to Woosman, Joseph M for $1.00 in Great Bend Borough.

Woosman, Joseph M to Woosman, Joseph M for $1.00 in Great Bend Borough.

Woosman, Joseph M to Woosman, Joseph M for $1.00 in Great Bend Borough.

Gross, Nancy L to Gross, Nancy L (Trust) for $1.00 in Brooklyn Township.

Dahl, John S and Dahl, Tracy A to Smith, Matthew P and Smith, Melissa R for $275,000.00 in Gibson Township.

Holzman, Albert and Holzman, Deborah Fawn to Keyes, Lenore for $60,000.00 in Oakland Township.

Cavanaugh, Marilyn J (Estate AKA) and Cavanaugh, Marilyn (Estate AKA) and Cavanaugh, Marilyn R (Estate) to Valentine, Diane for $1.00 in New Milford Township.

Carlini, Jude J to Cummingham, Donald M and Lunger, Keesha M for $53,000.00 in Bridgewater Township.

Thomson, John and Clark, Aubrey M to Abdelzzim, Hady and Abdelzzim, Kimberly for $139,500.00 in Silver Lake Township.

Bear Creek Properties Inc to Perry, Brandi and Perry, Mick for $51,900.00 in Bridgewater Township.

Colwell, Lynn Ronald (Estate AKA) and Colwell, Lynn R (Estate) to Perkins, Thomas F for $1.00 in Liberty Township.

Butler, Lynn C to Pardoski, Michael P for $141,600.00 in Harford Township.

Butler, Lynn C to Butler, Lynn C for $1.00 in Harford Township.

Canawacta Rod and Gun Club Inc (AKA) and Canawacta Rod and Gun Club to Adams CaTV Inc for $60,000.00 in Oakland Borough.

Little Potter Recreational Club LLC (AKA) and Little Potter Recreation Club LLC to Mooney, Patrick M and Mooney, Jennifer M for $188,500.00 in Silver Lake Township.

Clark, G Mark (By Sheriff) and Gregory, Roger (By Sheriff) and Lane, Marjorie (By Sheriff) to Gregory, Roger A for $1,803.25 in Springville Township.

Becker, Carol A to Becker, Carol A (Trust) for $1.00 in Rush Township.

Stine, Margaret (Estate) to Robinson, Kevin and Taylor, Karen for $1.00 in Lathrop Township.

Stine, Margaret (Estate) and Robinson, Kevin to Robinson, Kevin and Taylor, Karen for $1.00 in Lathrop Township.

Essa Bank & Trust to Mitchell, Lori S for $15,000.00 in Herrick Township.

Ralston, Anna J to Ralston, Terry L Sr for $1.00 in Liberty Township.

Gerstel, Guy E and Casini, Gale G to Gerstel, Guy E and Casini, Gale G for $1.00 two locations in Forest City 2W.

Stordeur, Susana to Stone, Michael E and Stone, Gretchen for $315,000.00 in Franklin Township.

Wallace, William (Estate) and Wallace, William H III (Estate) to Rocks Investments LLC for $62,000.00 two locations in Bridgewater Township.

Edwards, William and Edwards, Arlene to Dennenbaum, Kristina and Edwards, Michael for $1.00 in Ararat Township.

Butts, Mary Lou (Estate) to Fobes, Clyde W and Fobes, Kathy for $25,000.00 in Susquehanna.

Kovalchick, Fred D and Kovalchick, Greta H to Pieszala, Christopher M and Schwarztrauber, Julianne for $109,000.00 in Rush Township.

Re-Recording: Baccile, Carlo G to Kavetski, Terence F and Kavetski, Melanie S for $124,000.00 in Gibson Township.

Arnold, Herbert C (Trust By Trustee) and Arnold, Evelyn A (Trust By Trustee) to Arnold, Jeffrey L for $1.00 in Clifford Township.

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True Friends is getting ready for our 7th year anniversary, Woofstock, Saturday, August 18th at Salt Springs Park from 1:00- 6pm. Be sure to mark your calendars, it is sure to be another fun-filled day for you and your furry friend! We are presently in need of baskets and raffle items for our big event. If you would like to contribute something, please drop them off at the shelter or give us a call for pick up.