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The Montrose Kiwanis and Lions Community Service Clubs are pleased and proud to announce that they will be hosting and sponsoring the annual Montrose July 4th Celebration again this year. 2025 will mark the 48th consecutive year that both clubs have presented this day-long festive event. And, we look forward to next year, 2026, when we celebrate the 250th birthday and anniversary of The United States of America's Independence and Freedom.
The most universally recognizable symbol of America is the American Flag. The flag has become not only an important part of our country's history but an integral component to being an American citizen. Our flag is a declaration of the United States of America's independence, and the struggles Americans went through to achieve this independence.
In 1906, George M. Cohan wrote a special song for a stage musical, 'George Washington, Jr.'. He was inspired to write the song after encountering a Civil War veteran who fought at Gettysburg. The veteran had a tattered flag that he cherished with passion. The song's title was "You're a Grand Old Flag". The lyrics of the song express respect and admiration for the American Flag, and is a tribute to the flag as a cherished symbol of the United States.
Some of the song's lyrics include:
"You're a grand old flag, You're a high-flying flag, and forever in peace may you wave"
"You're the emblem of the land I love, the home of the free and the brave"
The American Flag is a living piece of history and a source of pride and unity for all Americans. Based on the importance of Our Flag, it is an honor and privilege for the Montrose PA July 4th Celebration to adopt our theme for 2025, "A Grand Olde Flag 4th."
President Ronald Reagan declared in a 1986 Year of the Flag speech, "The colors of our flag signify the qualities of the human spirit we Americans cherish: red for courage and readiness to sacrifice, white for pure intentions and high ideals, and blue for vigilance and justice."
The American flag flew over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812, inspiring Francis Scott Key to pen the poem that would become our national anthem. It was carried into battle by Union troops during the Civil War, and in World War II, it was raised by US Marines atop Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima.
In recognition of the patriotism, service, and sacrifice dedicated to the Freedom and Liberty we enjoin as Americans, the July 4th Committee proudly and with great honor, appreciation and humility will recognize all World War II Veterans and especially those heroes who are still with us today as our 2025 Grand Marshals.
The July 4th Committee also want to recognize Sheriff Lance Benedict for his 26 years of service, safety, and community spirit as our 2025 Honorary Grand Marshal. Sheriff Benedict will be retiring at the conclusion of his current term which ends in January 2026.
For general info go to: www.montrosepajuly4th.com; or Facebook at Montrose, PA July 4th Events.
For Administration contact: Committee Chair – Ed DeWitt, 570-278-3537, fasteddie1941@twc.com; or Admin. Associate – Meghan Butler, 607-242-4211, klr4th@gmail.com.
Event(s) Schedule and Contacts include: 8:00am - 3:00pm – Arts & Crafts "On-the-Green," Meghan Butler, 607-242-4211, klr4th@gmail.com; 8:00am – Montrose 4th of July 5K/10K – Court House Front, Matt Nebzydoski, 570-533-1281, manebzy@yahoo.com, Race Sign-Up at www.montrosepajuly4th.com; 10:00am – Chicken BBQ in Fire Hall, Food Trucks on Lake Ave.; 11:00am – Patriotic Parade – Grow Ave., Church St., Public Ave., Greg Myer, 570-533-1500, greg@bartronmyer.com, Parade Sign-Up at www.montrosepajuly4th.com; DUSK – Fireworks – Montrose High School, by Montrose Chamber of Commerce.
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 4 Executive Richard N. Roman highlighted the 52 projects anticipated to start during the 2025 construction season and the 95 projects that will continue in 2025 in the six-county, Dunmore-based region. These investments support Governor Shapiro's vision of a safe and reliable transportation network that connects people to opportunity and each other.
In the first two years of the Shapiro administration, 12,921 miles of roadway were improved, including 4,708 miles of paving: nearly 900 more miles of roadway improved and over 800 more miles paved than in the previous two years. During the same timeframe, work advanced on 1,172 state and local bridges, compared to 998 during the previous two years. Additionally, under this administration, PennDOT and its industry partners repaired more poor-condition bridges than any other state in the nation in 2023 and improved more miles of roadway than any time in the past decade.
PennDOT will build on this momentum this year and anticipates investing more than $300 million in the region spanning Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming counties.
Overall highlights in the 2024 construction season for District 4 include:
Notable projects that are expected to begin this year in Susquehanna County include:
Notable projects continuing this year in Susquehanna County include:
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.
Rug hooking, an art and a craft, has been a thrifty way to use up fabric and yarn scraps since colonial times in the United States. Perhaps your grandmother or even your grandfather hooked wear-resistant rugs for their own floors or to sell. Some were random colored or had patterns when the scraps were dyed before hooking.
This four session class at Montrose Adult School will teach students the craft while they make a square patterned mat.
Rug hooking, with a sturdy stiff base through which the yarn or fabric strips are pulled with a hook, is not the same as the once popular hobby of yarn latchhooking from kits.
Tools and materials will be provided for this class. A rug hook and a frame will be loaned to a student and returned to the instructor at the end of the class. Precut fabric strips or lengths of yarn and the backing will also be supplied. Instruction handouts will be available.
See the Montrose Area Adult School catalog, Class 107, in print at libraries and some post offices, or online at montroseadultschool.org for the complete description and dates for this class which begins April 28th in Montrose.
Mail the registration form from a catalog or printed out from the online site, and a $15 fee for the materials, plus a refundable $20 deposit for the use of the frame and hook to: MAAS, PO Box 433, Montrose, PA 18801.
During National Volunteer Month in April, the American Red Cross asks donors to help keep the blood supply stable by making an appointment to give blood or platelets now. Type O blood and platelets are especially needed to ensure hospitals are fully stocked with lifesaving blood products this spring.
The Red Cross depends on thousands of volunteer donors to collect more than 12,000 blood donations and about 3,000 platelet donations every single day. Blood drives and donation centers also depend on the generosity and valuable time of those who make it possible for the Red Cross to help people in need.
As spring travel and activities fill calendars, volunteer blood donations remain essential to critical medical care. Book a time to give blood or platelets now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
All who come to give April 14-30, 2025, will get an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5,000 prize. There will be three winners. See RedCrossBlood.org/Hope.
In May, all who come to give May 1-18, 2025, will get a $20 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Plus, throughout May, those who come to give will be automatically entered to win a U.S. trip of choice for two. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/May.
Local upcoming blood donation opportunities are as follows: April, 29 from 12:00pm - 5:30pm, at the Browndale Fire Station, 620 Marion Street, Browndale; April 28 from 1:30pm - 6:00pm, at Bridgewater Church, 722 New York Avenue, Hallstead.
Route 3004 in Auburn Township, Susquehanna County will be closed for a culvert replacement project. The detour began Tuesday, April 15, and will run throughout the summer of 2025.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.
In preparation for the May 20 primary election, Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt launched the Shapiro Administration's biannual voter education efforts to ensure Pennsylvanians are aware of key dates and deadlines ahead of the election, as well as how to cast a ballot for those who choose to vote by mail.
"Educating Pennsylvania's voters about upcoming elections is part of Governor Shapiro's commitment to strengthening our democracy and ensuring safe and secure elections," Schmidt said. "No voter should miss out on the opportunity to have their voice heard, so the Department provides clear, nonpartisan information about how Pennsylvanians can cast their ballot and have it counted."
Among the key dates are: May 5, last day to register to vote in the primary election; May 13, last day to apply for a mail ballot; May 20, Primary Election Day. Polls are open from 7:00am - 8:00pm; 8:00pm May 20, deadline for your county elections office to receive your completed mail ballot.
Because Pennsylvania has a closed primary, only registered Democrats and Republicans can vote for their party's nominees in the primary election. However, all voters can vote on any local ballot questions, if applicable.
Schmidt highlighted the Department's voter education toolkit, which provides ready-made graphics with election facts – in English, Spanish, and Chinese – for stakeholders and the public to share online to further educate voters about the primary.
Schmidt also reminded voters about redesigned mail ballot materials and redesigned online mail ballot application. The changes institute more uniformity in mail ballot materials across the Commonwealth's 67 counties, streamline the application process, provide clearer instructions for voters, and reduce the chances of voters making errors, Schmidt said.
"The Shapiro Administration's redesigned mail ballot materials have made voting by mail clearer and easier to understand for Pennsylvania voters," Schmidt said. "When most of these changes were introduced last year, we saw a 57% decrease in the number of mail ballots rejected for being improperly filled out."
For more information on voting in Pennsylvania, including mail ballots, call the Department of State's year-round voter hotline at 1-877-VOTESPA, visit vote.pa.gov, or follow #ReadytoVotePA on social media.
During National Volunteer Week, the American Red Cross of Western New York is celebrating the selfless volunteers whose unwavering support make it possible for the humanitarian organization to assist people in need every day.
Last year, nearly 2,000 Red Cross volunteers across the region's 27-county footprint supported blood drives, assisted veterans and military families and provided food and shelter after more than 750 disasters of all sizes. Nationally, volunteers constitute more than 90% of the Red Cross workforce and are the cornerstone of its lifesaving mission.
As part of the world's largest humanitarian network, some 16 million global Red Cross volunteers work tirelessly in nearly 200 countries to prevent and alleviate human suffering. Here at home, over 300,000 American Red Cross volunteers give their time and compassion to ensure that people are not alone during the most challenging times of their lives.
"During National Volunteer Week, we want to thank our volunteers for their service and support," said Nick Bond, Regional CEO, American Red Cross of Western New York. "Our volunteers are true heroes who give their time to help their local community and people in need all across the country."
Volunteers are more critical now than ever as the Red Cross responds to a new major disaster about every two weeks. These massive events, like storms and wildfires, are on top of the home fires which occur multiple times every day across the country. To make sure no one faces an emergency alone, the Red Cross has a crucial need for disaster volunteers and is actively recruiting to be ready for disasters of all sizes.
Just like the people served, the Red Cross is proud that its volunteers represent a wide array of cultures, backgrounds, ages, lifestyles and beliefs. Everyone is welcome at the Red Cross. While volunteers of all types are needed, there is a strong need for people to support disaster operations and blood collection efforts.
These are the most needed positions:
· Disaster Action Team (DAT): Help families in your community after a home fire or other disaster. DAT team members provide emotional support, emergency financial assistance and information to help families begin to recover.
· Blood transportation specialists: Volunteer transportation specialists support hospital patients by delivering blood from our facilities to local hospitals. If you have a little free time, love driving and enjoy meeting new people, the Red Cross has a great volunteer spot waiting for you.
· Logistics Fulfillment: During Disaster Relief Operations, ensure shelters receive essential supplies by organizing, delivering, and monitoring inventory. Locally, support logistics by maintaining inventory, preparing supplies, and assisting with planning.
This Volunteer Week, you're invited to put on a red vest and join the Red Cross team. Visit redcross.org/volunteer to get started today. Free online training will be provided.
The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANTS for the following individuals as of 8:40am on April 17, 2025. Edmond G. Carroll, Ronald Grunewald, Charles M. Lynady III, Robert Mireider III, Tyler J. Nelson, Paul Newhart III, Shane P. Nicholson Jr., Darin R. Sorrentino, Christopher M. Stephens, Charles Vanwinkle Jr. Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 4050 with any information on the location of these individuals.
Preston, William James II and Preston, Emma Lorraine to American Escrow & Closing Company for $620,000.00 in Great Bend Township.
American Escrow & Closing Company to Edwards, David B and Edwards, Jayne D for $620,000.00 in Great Bend Township.
Gordon, Linda L (Estate) to Degraw, Cynthia Marie and Tingley, Cheryl and Raub, Lori and Shiptoski, Jenny for $1.00 in Franklin Township.
Oil Gas and Mineral: Weidner, Roxann to Weidner, Roxann (Trust) for $1.00 in Jackson Township.
RCF2 Acquisition Trust and RCF2 Acquisition Trust (Trustee By POA) to Naby Properties LLC for $55,000.00 in Forest Lake Township.
Natichak, John E and Natichak, Connie R to Natichak, John E for $1.00 in Lenox Township.
Upset Sale: Susquehanna County Tax Claim Bureau and Cruz-Brewer, April (By Tax Claim Bureau AKA) and Brewer, April Cruz (By Tax Claim Bureau) to Fogle, Jeremy and Fogle, Jessica for $15,500.00 in New Milford Township.
Corrective Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed: Jenner, Kevin and Jenner, Jeffrey and Jenner, Justine L (Estate) and Bryden, Shawn M and Jenner, Nancy A and Husted, Doreen L to Jenner, Kevin for $1.00 in Jessup Township.
Pfahl, Susan and Pfahl, Richard K to Pfahl, Matthew for $1.00 in Lenox Township.
Pfahl, Susan and Pfahl, Richard K to Pfahl, Susan and Pfahl, Richard K and Pfahl, Bradley for $1.00 in Lenox Township.
Pfahl, Susan and Pfahl, Richard K to Pfahl, Susan and Pfahl, Richard K and Pfahl, Bradley for $1.00 in Lenox Township.
Genelien, Michelle to Allen, Dale Coleman II for $125,670.00 in Susquehanna.
Reddon, Mary Jane (Trust By Trustees) to Lakeview Living LLC for $525,000.00 in Jackson Township.
Perkins, Thomas F and Perkins, Marsha L to Perkins, Drew B for $1.00 in Liberty Township.
Schwartz, David W and Schwartz, Stacy J to Schwartz, David W for $1.00 in Oakland Township.
Subsurface: Bridge Minerals LLC to Haystack Minerals LLC and Callaway Arsenal LLC and Duncan Oliver Energy LLC for $2,500.00 in Auburn Township.
Konecnik, Maureen E and Reynolds, James C (Estate AKA) and Reynolds, James Craig (Estate) to KMV Rentals LLC for $25,500.00 in New Milford Borough.
Smith, James M and Smith, Jeanette M to Bremer Hof Owners Inc for $100.00 in Herrick Township.
Stoddard, Susan E and Stoddard, Florance E (Estate AKA) and Stoddard, Florence (Estate) and Stoddard, Howard W and Stoddard, John C to Stoddard, Susan E and Stoddard, John C for $31,188.00 in Forest Lake Township.
Washburn, Allen F and Washburn, Betty J to Washburn, Allen F (Trust) and Washburn, Betty J (Trust) for $1.00 in Thompson Township.
Brown, Larry J to Brown, Larry J and Conklin, Josey J for $1.00 in New Milford Borough.
Yeomans, Marguerite to Carter, Jacob S and Carter, Lexis for $215,000.00 in Liberty Township.
Cross, Daniel to Reed Realty Group LLC for $300,000.00 in Silver Lake Township.
Close to the Edge Properties LLC to Adams, Brian W and Adams, Sandra Y for $575,000.00 in Herrick Township.
Gross, Kathleen L (Estate) to Hancock, Sara E and Gross, Sean P for $1.00 in Gibson Township.
Gross, Sean P (AKA) and Gross, Sean to Hancock, Sara E for $1.00 in Gibson Township.
Marz, Todd Michael and Marz, Donna Marie to Hawm, Conor K for $187,500.00 in Forest City 2W.
Cobb, Stephen and Cobb, Lijing to Cobb, Stephen Roy for $1.00 in Thompson Township.
Benning, John and Benning, Penny to Bremer Hof Owners Inc for $100.00 in Herrick Township.
Jalbert, Sam and Jalbert, Brita to Bremer Hof Owners Inc for $100.00 in Herrick Township.
Durko, Kevin and Durko, Sherrie to Bremer Hof Owners Inc for $100.00 in Herrick Township.
Winans, Jonathan to Winans, John W and Winans, Deborah L for $1.00 in Franklin Township.
Summers, Daniel to Summers, Daniel and Summers, Nicole for $1.00 in Choconut Township.
Bennett, Dennis James (AKA) and Bennett, Dennis J and Bennett, Sandra L to Bennett, Dennis J and Bennett, Sandra L for $1.00, three locations in Lathrop Township.