County Living

It’s back-to-school time again! Between early mornings, packed schedules, sports practices, homework and everything else that comes with a new school year, it’s important to make sure students are fueled and ready for the day. One easy way to do that is by adding dairy!

Milk, cheese and yogurt are packed with important nutrients like calcium, protein and vitamin D that help support strong bones and growing bodies. And the best part is, getting your three servings of dairy each day doesn’t have to be complicated.

Start the morning with a bowl of cereal and milk, yogurt with fruit, or a smoothie. Pack a cheese stick or yogurt in your lunch and after school, grab a glass of chocolate milk or some cheese and crackers for a quick snack. There are so many easy ways to fit dairy into even the busiest school day!

And behind all of those dairy foods are our hardworking dairy farmers. While students are getting up early for school, farmers have already been up caring for their cows and making sure we have fresh, nutritious dairy products to enjoy.

As everyone heads back to school this fall, remember to start your day strong, support your local dairy farmers and fuel up with dairy!

The American Red Cross urges people not to wait to make a lifesaving impact this fall by scheduling a blood or platelet donation appointment in September. The blood supply remains vulnerable after recovering from critically low levels during a summer blood shortage, and now is the time for donors of all blood types to help patients who count on blood products for care.

Reserve a spot to give now. Visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App to schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment. Those who come to give Sept. 1-20, 2026, will receive an exclusive Red Cross x Hello Kitty ® plush mascot clip and surprise sticker pack, while supplies last! Visit RedCrossBlood.org/HelloKitty for details.

Those who come to give Sept. 21-Oct. 18, 2026, will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/Fall for details. Additionally, all who give Sept. 21-30, 2026, at Red Cross blood donation centers and mention the word “pickleball” to Red Cross staff or volunteers onsite can score a custom Red Cross pickleball paddle and ball (limited quantities available). Visit RedCrossBlood.org/FindADonationCenter for more information.

Even as the seasons change, the need for blood does not. The mission of the Red Cross Blood Services remains constant — and carries on today thanks to the innovation and leadership of Dr. Charles R. Drew.

This year marks the 85th anniversary of Dr. Charles R. Drew's appointment as the first medical director of the Red Cross Blood Program. To commemorate his lasting contributions, the Red Cross is releasing Iconic Excellence, a short documentary exploring Drew's life and steadfast influence.

Beginning Sept. 18, the film will be available to stream on the Red Cross YouTube channel. Community members can help carry Drew's legacy forward by donating blood or platelets, encouraging others to give or hosting a screening of the documentary to inspire lifesaving action. Learn more and get started at RedCrossBlood.org/IconicExcellence.

Local upcoming blood donation opportunities are as follows: September 15, from 1:00pm - 6:00pm, at the Montrose Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5642, 16972 State Route 706, Montrose; September 28, from 1:00pm - 5:00pm, at Montrose United Fire Company, 72 Monument Square, Montrose.

On September 7, 2026, Scranton Police investigated a burglary in which Christian Santiago, 20, allegedly stole a .30-06 rifle from a relative’s residence. After Santiago sent a family member a photograph of the rifle and ammunition, his family obtained an involuntary mental health commitment warrant. Scranton Police later attempted to stop Santiago, who fled in a black Ford Focus. At approximately 8:37pm, Pennsylvania State Police located the vehicle at the Penn Can Travel Plaza in Susquehanna County. A pursuit continued south on Interstate 81 and through several Lackawanna County communities. The pursuit ended near the beginning of the Scranton Expressway after the Pennsylvania State Police performed a PIT (pursuit intervention technique) maneuver. During the felony vehicle stop, Santiago displayed a rifle from the driver’s-side window and failed to comply with commands. A gunshot was heard from inside the vehicle, after which the State Police discharged rounds into the vehicle. Santiago was removed from the vehicle by members of PSP SERT, Scranton SOG, and the Lackawanna County SWAT Team. He was transported to Geisinger Community Medical Center, where he later died. The PSP Troop R Major Case team with assistance of Troop R Forensic Services and CARS are working to determine the origin of the gunshot that caused Santiago’s fatal injury. The investigation remains ongoing. There is no threat to the public.

The popular Watercolor Workshop offered by the Montrose Area Adult School has a few openings. The first class is on September 23. This workshop features the instructor introducing a technique or exercise at the beginning of a session and then students work on their own projects of choice. Beginners are welcome, along with more experienced watercolor painters. Students bring all their own supplies.

Zentangle begins on October 7. This art form is a relaxing, meditative type of drawing with no right or wrong way to practice the intriguing patterns that form. The experienced instructor welcomes beginners and those who have tried Zentangle before and would like a refresher, or just a quiet relaxing hour of no-judgement expression.

On October 1 a long-awaited drawing class is scheduled for the first of five weekly lessons. There are only a few spots left. The website indicates whether any class is full or if spots are available. If you have wanted to learn to draw, check out class number 107 soon.

The Adult School catalog lists several glass painting classes and knitting opportunities.

In other areas of interest, Learning to Play the Mountain Dulcimer is again offered at the basic level. Students will learn the history and start to play simple chords and songs on this folk instrument, beginning October 7. The instructor has dulcimers to lend to beginning students who are trying this musical instrument before purchasing their own. The basic class will be followed on the same day with an advanced class.

On October 1, Class 604, What Does Our Community Foundation Do?, offers a tour of the beautiful and historic home of the Community Foundation on Lake Avenue in Montrose. Staff members will explain what the Foundation does, how it manages the many scholarships and other philanthropic funds set up by various donors. There will be a tour of the building and a chance to ask questions.

Register for these classes by mailing the form in the catalog or print one from the online source. Mail to: MAAS, PO Box 433, Montrose, PA 18801. Registration can also be done on the new website. Log on to montroseadultschool.info, click on classes and the area of interest. Each class will list if spaces are still available or if the class is full. If there are spots, click on the Book Now box to bring up the registration form.

On September 3, 2026, at approximately 6:53pm, a pickup truck was driven into the Pennsylvania State Police Honesdale Station, located at 14 Collan Park. The collision caused damage to the station’s entrance and communications room and disrupted telephone service. A police communications officer working inside the room sustained minor injuries. The operator fled on foot and was located a short time later along Ski Run Road, where he was taken into custody by members of the Pennsylvania State Police and the Honesdale Borough Police Department. Wade Louis Rickard, 36, of Honesdale was charged with multiple counts of aggravated assault, aggravated assault by vehicle while driving under the influence, recklessly endangering another person and simple assault. Rickard was taken to the Wayne Memorial Hospital then transported to the Wayne County Prison for arraignment.

The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANTS for the following individuals as of 8:25am on September 11, 2026. Lloyd Baker, Edmond G. Caroll, Lee M. Carter, Matthew D. Deska, Richard R. Forba, Patrick A. Fournier, Charles M. Lynady III, Kevin Mattocks, Danielle J. Norris, Kayla Payne, Anthony Popolaski. Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 4050 with any information on the location of these individuals.

DEEDS as of 09-16-26

Hollister, Burton A III to WLR Family Limited Partnership for $200,000.00 in Auburn Township.

Ferrante, Mary Charlene to Ferrante Family Irrevocable Trust for $1.00 in Harmony Township.

Dayton, Watson J (Estate) to Tennant, Jared and Tennant, Patricia A for $1.00, one location in Rush Township and one in Jessup Township.

Kerr, Angela Marie to Jones, David and Jones, Florence for $61,000.00 in Hop Bottom Borough.

Krall, Amy L and Woodrudd, Milton F Jr (Estate AKA) and Woodrudd, Milton Franklin Jr (Estate) to Krall, Jenna Alyssa for $1.00 in Harmony Township.

Nokes, Janet D to Morgan, Clarence III and Morgan, Cody Hawk for $141,000.00 in Auburn Township.

Coleman, Ronald (Estate AKA) and Coleman, Ronald John (Estate) to Stambaugh, Eric and Lemmon, Jode for $155,000.00 in Uniondale Borough.

Kavulich, Jeffrey J to Kavulich, Jeffrey J (Trust) for $1.00 in Clifford Township.

Casanova, Rose Marie and Storrs-Casanova, Sherry Christina (AKA) and Casanova, Sherry Christina Storrs (NKA) and Storrs, Sherry Christina to Casanova, RoseMarie and Casanova, Lela Rose for $1.00 in Ararat Township.

LaRue, Pearl (Estate AKA) and LaRue, Pearl E (Estate) and LaRue, Steven J (Estate AKA) and LaRue, Steven John (Estate) to Montrose Hillbillies VI for $350,000.00 in Dimock Township.

Oil, Gas and Mineral: Hall, Janice L to Hall, Janice L and Quattrocchi, Vincent for $1.00 in Gibson Township.

Coleman, Charles J (Estate AKA) and Coleman, Charles (Estate) to Coleman, Charles D for $1.00 in Auburn Township.

Bennett, Charles F and Bennett, Colleen M (FKA) and Somma, Colleen M to Drab, Walter and Drab, Eileen for $550,000.00 in Forest Lake Township.

Church, Cassidy to Sicovitch, Megan P for $160,000.00 in Oakland Borough.

Flaherty, Thomas E (Estate AKA) and Flaherty, Thomas (Estate AKA) and Flaherty, Thomas Edward (Estate) to Flaherty, Joseph for $1.00 in Choconut Township.

Parker-Hartley Living Trust (By Trustees) to Countryside Conservancy for $1.00 in Lenox Township.

BTB Land Holdings LLC to Crvaric, Hanaa for $144,200.00 in Hallstead Borough.

Cooney, Merritt and Cooney, Corey to Cooney, Merritt and Cooney, Corey for $1.00 in Montrose 2W.

Castorina, James to Belcher, Morgan and O’Brien, Sarah for $260,000.00 in Clifford Township.

Deakin, Jay H (Estate) to Deakin, William and Deakin, Lisa for $1.00 in Oakland Township.

Zebrowski, Michael E to Zebrowski, Michael E for $1.00 in Oakland Township.

Kyttle, William H Jr and Kyttle, Amy S to Castorina, James Eric for $300,000.00 in Lenox Township.

Subsurface: Morris, Lisa L (FKA) and Brown, Lisa L and Morris, Shawn M to Brown, Christopher G for $1.00 in Great Bend Township.

Cook, Robert W Sr (AKA) and Cook, Robert and Cook, Donna M to Cook, Robert W II and Cook, James and Cook, Kenneth for $1.00 in Lenox Township.

Cook, Robert W Sr (AKA) and Cook, Robert and Cook, Donna M to Cook, James for $1.00 in Lenox Township.

Cook, Robert W Sr (AKA) and Cook, Robert and Cook, Donna M to Cook, Kenneth for $1.00 in Lenox Township.

Rockhill, Larry E and Rockhill, Katherine L to Richardson, Edward for $478,000.00, two locations in Clifford Township.

Appleman, Jeffrey L to Bell, Sean A and Bell, Wendy Nicole for $40,000.00 in Ararat Township.

Masanskay, Ellen (Estate) to Trotter, Donald James Jr for $317,000.00 in Herrick Township.

Hornbeck, Karen E to Bouldin, Brady A and Bouldin, Lauren S for $140,000.00 in Forest City 2W.

Allen Family at Twin Creeks Irrevocable Trust (By Trustees) to Tyler, Cortney M for $1.00 in Rush Township.