At the Jefferson city council’s Dec. 10 meeting, the last meeting of 2013, Gary, Larry and Harry were sworn in as council members effective Jan. 1, 2014. Gary Von Ahsen was re-elected to an at large seat, Larry Teeples was re-elected as District 1 council member, and Harry Ahrenholtz was elected in District 3 to a seat held by Bill…
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Tickets available for “Striking 12” dinner theater
Tickets are now available for History Boy Theatre Company’s holiday dinner theater “Striking 12.” Lidderdale Country Store is catering a roast turkey dinner preceding the show Dec. 27, 28, and 31.
Read MoreCuddy brothers to manage Jefferson Community Golf Course
The Cuddy brothers—Joe, Steve and Craig – will take over management of the Jefferson Municipal Golf Course for the next golf season. The Jefferson city council at its Dec. 10 meeting approved a two-year management agreement with the Cuddys, doing business as Greene Properties, LLC, to manage the course, which became a city-owned facility last spring.
Read MorePAWS needs blankets for kennels
The volunteers of PAWS (People for Animal Welfare Society) are in need of blankets for the dog kennels at the Greene County animal shelter. PAWS cannot use electric blankets and prefers not to have fiber- or down-filled comforters, but the volunteers would appreciate donations of any other used (or even new) blankets. Persons who would like to donate blankets can…
Read MoreSanta Claus lends his ear in Scranton
4-H/FFA beef weigh-in is Dec. 15
The Greene County 4-H and FFA beef weigh-in is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 15, from 1 to 4 pm at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Jefferson. All market beef to be exhibited at the 2014 Greene County Fair are required to be weighed and tagged during this time, with complete identification forms turned in.
Read MoreChurdan library raising funds for expansion
The Churdan Public Library is rolling out a building renovation plan and fundraising effort with the theme “Expanding Our World!” According to library director Shari Minnehan, the library has outgrown its space. Since the last expansion in 1980, the role as “just a library” has changed. The number of services offered to patrons has greatly expanded beyond books: from computers…
Read MoreJefferson Telecom announces changes in cable lineup
Jefferson Telecom announces a variety of programming adjustments to the cable TV lineup. Jefferson Telecom values the opinions of its customers, a company press release stated. After receiving feedback to add MSNBC to the lineup, the company is pleased to announce that it is now available.
Read MoreMagistrate court, week ending Dec. 6
In Greene County magistrate court a judgment was entered Dec. 4 against Daniel L. Rosenow of Jefferson on a charge of disorderly conduct. The judgment was for a $65 fine with a $22.75 surcharge and $60 court costs.
Read MoreGreene County district court, week ending Dec. 6
In Greene County district court Nicolas Collin Woods, 21, of Jefferson was granted a deferred judgment after he pleaded guilty to a charge of failure to affix a tax stamp. He was placed on probation for two years.
Read MoreLocal art a highlight at expanded, remodeled Home State Bank
Hundreds of Home State Bank customers and others attended an open house Dec. 4 celebrating the completion of the bank’s 1,500-square-foot addition. They were treated to refreshments, music, and a look at art that makes a visit to the bank more than just a financial chore.
Read MoreCast told for Players’ “Sound of Music”
Local favorite Nicole Friess Schilling will join another Jefferson-Scranton graduate, Josh Tuel, in the lead roles in the Community Players of Greene County production of “The Sound of Music” in February.
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