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YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER • www.CommunityPress.us Volume 27
JUNE 2012
Number 6
Keene Candidate for County Court Judge Gerald A. Keene, the Tioga County District Attorney, announced his candidacy for the position of Tioga County Judge. The Honorable Vincent Sgueglia will be retiring as county Court Judge at the end of this year. Keene, 56, has been District Attorney since 1999, having been elected to the position in four elections over the past twelve years. He previously held the positions of Assistant District Attorney since 1985 and Assistant Public Defender from 1981 to 1985. In making his announcement Keene said: "I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve the people of my home County for over 30 years, and I look forward with enthusiasm and honor at the opportunity to continue to serve in the capacity of County Court Judge." "Tioga County is my hometown," he continued, "I was born and raised right here in Waverly and there is a special place in my heart for our people." "Being a trial attorney in Tioga County for over 30 years has allowed me to learn not only what is expected of a judge in the courtroom, but also what is important to the people of this County. I plan to bring my experience and strong connection to the community to the position of County Court Judge. The people of Tioga County have been very good to me and I feel a responsibility to serve the County in this very critical position."
Keene is a 1973 graduate of Waverly High School and received his undergraduate degree from Alfred University in 1977. He earned his law degree from Syracuse University College of Law in 1980. He was admitted to the New York Bar in 1981. He and his wife, Betty, live in Waverly and have two sons, Kyle and Alex. Before being elected District Attorney, Keene had his own law office in Waverly where he represented clients in general practice.
No Apalachin Field Days this year But We Still Have the CHICKEN BBQ
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 2012 IS ON! It's the 32nd year of the Strawberry Festival, the Southern Tier's granddaddy signature festival, an event filled with entertainment, food, craft artisans, activities, parade, strawberry shortcakes, wine tasting, FUN and everything else strawberries. Let the sun shine, so the strawberries ripen, and a good time will be had by all! The Festival changes each year, but manages to keep its small town country flavor with over 20,000 visitors in attendance. Mark your calendars - June 15 and 16, 2012, in downtown Owego, New York.
June in Apalachin will not be the same this year because there will be no Firemen's Field Days. But at least you can still enjoy the traditional Apalachin Firemen's Chicken Dinner BBQ. The chicken BBQ will be held on Saturday, June 9, starting at 12:00 Noon at the Field Day Grounds in Apalachin.
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The dinner includes chicken, baked beans, roll and choice of two sides: potatoes, macaroni, or cole slaw for $8.50. Hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks will also be available at extra charge. Pre-sale tickets are suggested and will be available at the Apalachin Pharmacy or the Vestal Dollar Store.