Wildlife Management Warns State Game Commission and Fish and Boat Commission
An independent report by the Wildlife Management Institute warns the State Game Commission and Fish and Boat Commission are spending more than they bring in. Without changes, both agencies risk depleting their reserve funds by 2034. Pennsylvania is currently the only state in the nation that separates these two departments. The report recommends consolidating law enforcement and overlapping administrative duties like legal and engineering services—a move that could save roughly $34 million a year.
Towanda Voting Location Moved
Towanda Township voters are reminded that their official polling location has moved for upcoming elections. Voting for all township residents is now being held at the Bradford County Airport. Township officials advise residents to update their voter records and plan ahead for election days.
Troy Borough Under Water Boil Advisory
The Troy Borough Water System will experience a likely loss of positive water pressure to the system between 2:00 am-6:00 am, Monday September 7. A Code Red alert will go out to those customers registered. Water testing will be completed, and the customer will be notified when the boil advisory ends.
Bridge Work Continues in Athens
Motorists in Athens Township should plan for continued travel delays along Wilawana Road over the Chemung River. PennDOT and local crews are completing essential bridge rehabilitation work along the Route 4022 corridor. Drivers are urged to follow posted detours and allow extra travel time when traveling between Athens and Sayre
PA State Police to Conduct DUI Checkpoints
Pennsylvania State Police announced DUI checkpoints and roving patrols across the Commonwealth from today through Monday, September 7. Troopers say enforcement will focus on roadways with higher rates of DUI violations and DUI-related crashes. PSP says the operation will follow a “zero-tolerance enforcement policy” as officers work to deter impaired driving throughout the holiday weekend