Thursday June 30, 2011
Following the marvelous music and super success of the United States Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band event held in the Canton Area Junior-Senior High School's Nelle Black Westgate Auditorium on Wednesday, February 23, the Rialto Theatre Advisory Board/Staff is proud to announce the next BIG event. The United States Army Field Band AND Soldiers Chorus will be presenting an area-local-re...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
LeRoy Old Home Day on July 4th is a very special tradition that has been held annually for over sixty years. This event is a special time to renew acquaintances, make new friends and in this busy world, just to take time to visit with your neighbors. The "cornhole" or bean bag-toss competition is a new endeavor. This is a game in which players take turns pitching small bags of corn at a raised pl...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
Talisman Energy recently had a state-of-the-art barbecue pit built in the borough of Alba, behind the Alba Christian Church. The company hired Bishop Brothers, out of Ulster, to do the concrete work and railings which are very impressive. Stantec did the pad work and steel work, after extensive inspections of other such facilities. In order to celebrate and "try out" the pit, a community pi...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
"Lion of Judah", the first ever 3D-animated, family-friendly, faith-based motion picture was released to theaters on June 3. The film (in a 2D format) will be coming to the Bradford County area and surrounding counties from Tuesday, July 19 through Thursday, July 21, for the only area presentation at the Rialto Theatre in Canton.
"The Lion of Judah" tells the story that changed the world...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
Rep. Matt Baker (R-Bradford/Tioga) is pictured with Virginia and Archie Lain at his 2011 Senior Expo held on June 17 at Wellsboro High School. At 101 years old, Archie was one of more than 1,000 people who attended the annual event, which offered dozens of agencies and organizations that provided great information to all the seniors....
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Thursday June 30, 2011
Seniors who are age 60 and older may once again be eligible to receive vouchers for fresh fruits and vegetables at WIC approved farm markets. In order to be eligible for these vouchers, the individual must be a resident of Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna or Tioga County and be age 60 or older by December 31. According to the 2011 Farmers Market Nutrition Program Procedure Manual, income includes ...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
All are welcome for the annual meeting at the Armenia Mountain Baptist Church, located at the corner of Dewey Hollow Road and Baptist Hill Road. The picnic will be held on the grounds at 1 pm on July 10. Please bring a dish to pass, own table service, and drink. Meat will be provided. Service will be held at 2 pm. For directions please call 570-549-5452 or 570-549-6861....
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Thursday June 30, 2011
On behalf of PennDOT, Officer Floyd McDonald, Troy Borough Police Department, was honored for his outstanding participation in the Pennsylvania Aggressive Driving Enforcement and Education Project, which PennDOT funds. The presentation was held at the Lysock View Complex, Montoursville, PA on June 16th. This presentation was done in cooperation with the Community Traffic Safety Project (Bradford,...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
On Friday, June 24th, 2011, Troy resident Ida Hazel Ames passed away unexpectedly at her residence. She was 63 years of age. Born April 30th, 1948 in Elmira, she was the daughter of Frederick J. and Betty Louise (Jackson) Ames. Known to family and friends as Hazel, she courageously dealt with the challenges of her physical infirmity, never allowing it to interfere or hinder her every day activiti...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
On the evening of Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 Janice Elaine (Hulslander) Barrett of Horse-heads went home to be with the Lord while surrounded by her loving family. She had just celebrated her 76th birthday. Born in Sullivan Township, Tioga County, on June 18th, 1935 she was the daughter of Winfield and Ione (Lee) Hulslander. She was blessed with a strong work ethic and was always at her...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
Eudora D. (Dunbar) Bovier, 93, Big Pond, PA passed away June 26, 2011 at the Bradford County Manor West Burlington. Eudora was born June 2, 1918 in Big Pond, daughter of the late Romie & Coral (Smith) Dunbar. She attended a one-room schoolhouse for eight years and was a graduate of the Troy High School Class of 1936. Eudora earned her Bachelors Degree from Mansfield State College and her Mast...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
Carolyn “Jane” Pidcoe, 59, of Canton Township, PA was called to her heavenly home while a rainbow shown through her window on Friday, June 24, 2011, at the Robert Packard Hospital in Sayre. Her beloved family was at her side. Carolyn Williams, “Jane” to family and friends, was born on August 7, 1951, in Sayre, PA, a daughter of the late Donald M. and Lucille (T...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
During the early morning hours of Saturday, June 25th, 2011, well-known Canton resident Glenn E. Raker passed away quietly at Troy Community Hospital after a brief illness. He was 93 years of age. Born October 6th, 1917 in Liberty Township, Tioga County, he was the son of Russell and Margaret (Bastion) Raker. Glenn spent his youth working the family farm, as well as logging and coal mining in the...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
Nora S. (Rolison) Rockwell, age 85, formerly of Granville Summit, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2011 at the Bradford County Manor where she had been a resident since 2008. Nora was born January 19, 1926 in Troy, daughter of the late Earle & Nellie (Spencer) Rolison. She was a graduate of Troy High School and married the late G. Eugene Rockwell on June 2, 1943. She was a member of the F...
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Thursday June 30, 2011
The family of James “Jake” Jones, 18, of Ralston, who passed away on January 31, invite friends to attend a memorial/graveside service at 1:00 pm Sunday, July 3, at Pensdale Cemetery, Rt. 14 near Bodines....
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Friday June 24, 2011
Funds needed by July 11 Canton Borough Council met on June 20 in continued session from the June 13 meeting. President Ken Robertson conducted the meeting. Other councilors present were Alfonse Ciaccio, Kurt Bastion and Jason Robertson along with Mayor John Vineski and Administrator Amy Seeley. The purpose of the meeting was to consider bids for resurfacing the War Memorial Pool. The p...
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Friday June 24, 2011
On Saturday, July 23, the Friends of the Green Free Library are organizing a wine tour to three local wineries in Bradford County. The group will meet at the Green Free Library at 9 AM to organize the carpool. Our destinations include a tour and tasting at Antler Ridge Winery in Rome at 10 am, Pickering Winery in North Wysox at 11 am, and Grovedale Winery in Wyalusing at 1 pm. Also, at the ...
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Friday June 24, 2011
The Canton Lions Club has a purple and yellow collection box on the sidewalk outside of the Independent-Sentinel office for people to drop off eyeglasses that are no longer needed. The Lions recently shipped 32 pounds of glasses to the Lions Club in New Jersey, which distributes them to those in need. The total collection since the drop box was installed is 148 pounds of eyeglasses. The Canton Li...
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Friday June 24, 2011
Operation Holiday Morale is in need of cooling bands for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. They are having daily temperatures in excess of 100 degrees, so the cooling bands are much appreciated. There will be a work bee in the social rooms of the East Canton United Methodist Church this Monday, June 27th starting at 9 AM. This will be an all day project, but if you are unable to com...
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Friday June 24, 2011
The Canton Village Improvement Association held its "Mile of Pennies" on June 3. The annual event collected $616.24, which was turned over to the Canton Area Recreation Association for operating expenses of the War Memorial Pool....
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Friday June 24, 2011
At the 82nd State FFA Activities Week, Casey Hall, 2010 graduate of Canton High School, was selected as the 2011-2012 president of the PA FFA Association. Casey was chosen from a pool of 29 candidates from across the commonwealth. Casey was an active member of the Canton FFA from 2007 – 2010 and was the Bradford County president for two years as well as the chapter student advisor. Casey wa...
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Friday June 24, 2011
LeRoy's Old Home Day, July 4th is a great opportunity to renew acquaintances and visit with neighbors while celebrating the holiday. Everyone is welcome to come and participate in the activities, view the crafts and have a fun-filled day along with lots of delicious refreshments. A highlight of the day is the parade featuring floats, novelties and bicycles decorated with patriotic theme. Ted and ...
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Friday June 24, 2011
The Ogdensburg Church of Christ will hold its annual Vacation Bible School from July 18 to July 22, from 6 pm to 8:30 pm each night. The VBS is open to all ages. For information, please contact the Ogdensburg Church of Christ at 673-3689....
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Friday June 24, 2011
The Granville Center Church of Christ will conduct Vacation Bible School from July 11 to July 15, 2011, 6:30 to 8:30 pm each evening. The Theme will be "Son Rock Kids' Camp." Bible school will be for children 2 years old through 6th grade. The mission offering will be for the benefit of Sylvan Hills Christian Service Camp. The Closing Program will be Friday, July 16, at 7:30 pm. For more informat...
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Friday June 24, 2011
Generation Now kids' summer program is starting up at Lighthouse of Faith Church! Lighthouse of Faith Church in Canton will once again be doing their summer kids program starting this Sunday, June 26th from 6 to 7:30 pm. It is for kids ages K through 6th grade. It will run every Sunday through August 7th, with the exception of July 3rd. Youth group is available at the same time for te...
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Friday June 24, 2011
"Lion of Judah", the first ever 3D-animated, family-friendly, faith-based motion picture was released to theaters on June 3. The film (in a 2D format) will be coming to the Bradford County area and surrounding counties from Tuesday, July 19 through Thursday, July 21, for the only area presentation at the Rialto Theatre in Canton.
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Friday June 24, 2011
Bernice Elizabeth (Potter) Dodge, 86, widow of Raymond Daniel Dodge, formerly of Wyalusing, passed away June 15, 2011 at Bradford County Manor. Born June 20, 1924 in Towanda, she was a daughter of the late George and Leola Henley Potter. Bernice was the baker at the Bradford County Manor for many years. Her life focused on her large family, of whom she was very proud. She loved crocheting and pla...
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Friday June 24, 2011
Due to illness, the memorial service for Dr. Jerome Young, which was to be held on June 26, has been cancelled....
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Friday June 24, 2011
A celebration of the life of Freda Shannon will be held on Sunday, June 26 from 1 to 4 pm at the Canton Moose Lodge....
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Friday June 24, 2011
Doris L. “Judy” (Taber) Warner, 87, of the Paul Reynolds Apartments in Troy, PA passed away the morning of Monday, June 20, 2011 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY after a brief illness. She was the loving wife of the late Allen V. Warner who passed away in 1993. The couple married in 1944 and had 49 happy years together. Judy was born on June 2, 1924 in Elmir...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
The Canton Wine & Cheese committee has announced their featured wine vendors for the June 25th festival. The day-long event will feature Pennsylvania wineries, craft vendors as well as full-service food vendors. The following wineries will participate in the festival: Sand Castle Winery of Erwinna, Bastress Mountain Winery of South Williamsport, Laddsburg Mountain Winery of New Albany, ...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
The Community Choir of Grover will present the patriotic musical "God Bless The USA," on Thursday, July 7 and Friday, July 8, at 7 p.m. each evening, at the Grover Church of Christ auditorium. The title music, "God Bless the USA" written by Lee Greenwood, along with many classic and new patriotic songs celebrates our nation's legacy of deep faith and great freedom. Everyone is encouraged to...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
Alane Neal has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from Cargill. Alane is the daughter of Mike and Paula Neal. She was the president of the National Honor Society, and is currently the president of both Canton and Bradford County FFA chapters. She is also active in 4-H, Troy Fair Jr. Board, and played varsity volleyball. Miss Neal is planning to attend Penn State Altoona to major in Veterinary Scie...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
The Friends of the Green Free Library in Canton are planning their annual book sale on July 28, 29, and 30 at the former Burk's Store, Troy Street, Canton. Please do not bring books for the sale to the library until July 1. Please do not leave books outside the library, in the book drop or outside Burk's Store. For information call 673-5084....
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Thursday June 16, 2011
Are you interested in becoming part of royalty? Well, here is your chance. The Troy Fair Queen Pageant, under the direction of Jamie Hall, is seeking lovely young ladies from Bradford County to take part in the Troy Fair Queen Pageant. Applications are available from now until June 22. You may acquire an application by going online at http://www.troyfair.com">www.troyfair.com or by calling th...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
Every Tuesday evening, the parking lot is full of antique cars, trucks, and hot rods. You can visit and take the tour down memory lane, or hear the roar of a very powerful engine. All of this makes one hungry, and the Troy Chamber of Commerce is right there, serving up delicious hot dogs, chili and beverages....
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Thursday June 16, 2011
The 37th annual Ralston School Reunion of graduates, attendees and guests was held at the Ralston Fire hall on Saturday June 11, 2011. The meeting was called to order by Jack Hertel who substituted for Dale Dawes who is in the hospital. Ginny Barger gave the invocation. Steve Ribovich and Jack Callahan posted colors and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. A delicious dinner of turkey a...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
Ruth Ann Golden, 45, of Pottsville PA, tragically lost her life to join her family and friends in Heaven on June 6, 2011. Ruth was a vibrant, outspoken and loving woman. She carved her own path in this world, never failing to take a chance to live life to the fullest. Her infectious laughter, chocolate sweet eyes and warm hugs will be missed by all. She is survived by her mother JoAnn McNett and ...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
Wanda (Farr) Putnam, age 81, of Wellsboro, died on Sunday, June 5, 2011 at The Green Home, Wellsboro. Born on April 4, 1930 in Nelson, PA, she was the daughter of Herbert and Elva (Bliss) Farr. Wanda was predeceased by her husband, Richmond Putnam in 1995. Wanda was a homemaker and a member of the United Methodist Church in Wellsboro, PA. Wanda is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Melin...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
On the evening of Wednesday, June 8th, 2011 Freda (Jackson) Shannon of Canton passed away quietly at Dar-Way Elder Care Center in Estella. She was 75 years of age. Born in Powell on July 6th, 1935 she was the daughter of Elmer and Althea (Jones) Jackson. In 1966 she was introduced to Robert Shannon, who had come up from Virginia, and on December 28th, 1971 they were wed. They sh...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
On the evening of Monday, June 13, 2011, longtime Canton resident Verta C. (Young) Woodward passed away quietly at Memorial Hospital in Towanda after a brief illness. She was 95 years of age. Born and raised in Erwin, NC, she was the daughter of Jasper and Amanda (Ray) Young. Working in the cotton fields at an early age taught her the value of honest, hard work. During WWI...
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Thursday June 16, 2011
There will be a Memorial Service for Dr. Jerome K. Young on Sunday, June 26 at 1:30 pm at the Canton Ecumenical Church....
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Friday June 10, 2011
It's time to join the Wellsboro community in celebrating the 70th PA State Laurel Festival. Festivities for this family-friendly event begin Saturday, June 11, and run through Sunday, June 19. Haley Fitzwater, Troy Senior High School, will represent her school and community as a candidate for the title of Laurel Queen. Miss Fitzwater, daughter of Don and Lynette Fitzwater, has served her class as...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Young ladies, are you interested in becoming part of royalty? Well, here is your chance. The Troy Fair Queen Pageant, under the direction of Jamie Hall, is seeking lovely young ladies from Bradford County to take part in the Troy Fair Queen Pageant. Applications are now available until June 22. You may acquire an application by going online at http://www.troyfair.com">www.troyfair.com or by c...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Students at the Canton Elementary School will once again participate in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life event. During the school day on June 14, the students will be holding their own Relay for Life walk on the track. They are hoping to raise at least $500 ($1.00 per child). The money they raise will be donated on behalf of the school to the American Cancer Society at the Relay for L...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Notice to all Canton area Residents who are interested in the Canton Senior Citizens Club. The Canton Senior Citizens Club is comprised of members 55 years of age and older. They meet once a month on the fourth Thursday of the month with a carry-in dinner/program and meeting at 12 noon, usually in McCallum Manor Recreation Room. Members bring their own table service and a dish to pass. The club w...
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Friday June 10, 2011
On July 16, 2011, mini-donkey bingo will be held at Midway Restaurant pavilion, Route 14, south of Canton. Events start at noon and mini-donkey will appear at 1 PM. When the mini-donkey goes #2 on a square with your number, you win! Grand prize is $300 and a second place prize for $150 will be drawn from the purchased square tickets. Tickets are a $10 donation. Tickets are available from Team SID...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Mabell Avery, 88, longtime resident of Grover, was called home to her Lord, June 1, 2011 from Memorial Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Unit in Towanda. Mabell Iola Castle was born on February 14, 1923 in Boone, NC. She was one of 16 children of Millard Sr. and Zora (Moretz) Castle & attended Canton High School. In addition to caring for her family and home, Mabell was employed by...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Frank Botsford, 88, of 339 S. Williamson Road Blossburg, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2011. Mr. Botsford was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Mary Jane, his parents Margaret and Frank Botsford, sister Marian Schlappi and brother William Botsford. Frank was born in Towanda, November 22, 1922. He graduated from Canton High School in 1940 and served five years in the U.S. Army before and durin...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Aaron “John” Brown, 90, of Shunk, PA (Fox Twp. Sullivan County) passed away on Monday, June 6, 2011 at his daughter’s home in Muncy. Aaron Anson Brown, “John” to family and friends, was born on December 15, 1920, in Shunk PA,one of eight children in the family of the late Hurley and Blanche (Bartlow) Brown. He served our country with the U.S. Army in Alaska dur...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Donald LeRoy Buck, 63, 560 McNett Hill Road, Roaring Branch, died Saturday, May 28, 2011 at his home with his family at his bed side. Donald and his wife, the former Margaret L. Weaver would have observed their 16th wedding anniversary on Aug. 17, 2011. He worked for Global Tungsten Powders, Towanda having 25 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap and skeet shooting, four-wheeling an...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Maude Agnes (Alexander) Drislane, 90, of Troy, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2011 at Troy Community Hospital. She was the loving wife of the late John Henry Drislane, who passed away in March of 1977. The couple married December 15, 1939 and had 38 happy years together. Maude was born on July 21, 1920 in Franklin Township, daughter of the late Earl V. and Mertie (Jennings) Alexander....
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Friday June 10, 2011
On the evening of Tuesday, May 31st, 2011, longtime Canton resident Pauline May (Patterson) McIlwain passed away quietly at Rose View Center in Williamsport. She was 84 years of age. Born May 17th, 1927 on her family’s farm in Armenia Township, Bradford Co., she was the daughter of Raymond and Mary (Benjamin) Patterson. She was married to Andrew O. McIlwain, whom she met at a school dance. ...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Richard “Dick” Pfaff of Canton, passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2011, the result of an ATV accident. He was 81 years old. Born in Philadelphia on June 23, 1929, Richard was a son of the late Alvin and Hazel (Giere) Pfaff. Upon graduating from Philadelphia’s Northeast High School in 1946, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during WWII. A patriot throughout his life, Dick w...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Gerda B. (Braun) Schoen, age 88, of Troy, died on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at home surrounded by her loving family. Gerda was born on July 16, 1922 in Germany, the daughter of Frieda (Schaffner) Braun. She and husband, Heinz P. Schoen, would have celebrated 69 years of marriage on June 5, 2011. Prior to her retirement, Gerda was employed as a hairdresser and also worked for AT&T. In addition to...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Harry J. Tafe, devoted father of Thomas Tafe and Tricia Tafe Williams, MD, passed away on Saturday June 4, 2011 in Troy, Pennsylvania with his daughter and son-in-law, Tricia and Evan Williams. Born in St. Helena's Parish, he was later was a member of St. Bede’s Parish in Philadelphia. He was the son of the late Harry C. and Regina (Mahoney) Tafe. He was preceded in death by his wife ...
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Friday June 10, 2011
Janet Ordway, curator of the Troy Historical Society Archives (left) is holding an original copy of the book
Henry P. Davison: The Record of a Useful Life by Thomas W. Lamont, first published in 1933. Once owned by George Case this book is now in the archives housed at the Library. Sue Wolfe, librarian at the Allen F. Pierce Library (right) is holding two recently donated copies th...
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Friday June 10, 2011
This fall a new sight will be seen along the sidelines of the Canton football field. Signs will be placed on the perimeter fence with the names of the inductees into the inaugural class of the Canton Football Hall of Fame. Traditions run deep in this small town; traditions such as the rival Canton-Troy "Old Shoe" game that has been contested for over fifty years. It is the hope of a group o...
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