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An upcoming event at the Bradford Area Public Library is sure to be a un-tea-niable good time. The annual Derby Chapeau Tea is set for 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 7, at the Bradford Area Public Library. This is when the library is transformed into a tea house full of treats for all to enjoy. The Derby Chapeau Tea is the kick-off event to the library’s Triple Crown, which also includes a Kids Derby and the Derby Gala. All events either raise money or awareness for the library. Attendees will be treated to tea sandwiches, delectable desserts plus tea. Ann Fesenmyer and Kelly Case, co-chairwomen for the event, said there are new features to this year’s tea. “We want women and girls of all ages to come and enjoy an afternoon with us,” Fesenmyer said. As such, tickets are also available for girls ages 12 and under. “Our vision is to offer a chance for moms, grandmas and little ladies to get dressed up and enjoy an afternoon together in a relaxing environment.” C...

By ANNE HOLLIDAY WESB/WBRR News Director All three of Thursday’s Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce award recipients could have won the Community and Spirit Award because they all exemplify what it means to work for something you believe in, and to make Bradford a better place. Steve Cavallaro received the actual Community and Spirit Award for his work to restore and revitalize the Willow Dale Duck Pond. The Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe received the Exemplary Business Award. Madeline Miles received the Directors Award for her tireless efforts in activities throughout the area. In accepting his award, Cavallaro thanked the many people who donated time, money and talent to help make his dream come true. He singled out Howard Fesenmyer who, Cavallaro said, does every day for the community what he did for the duck pond. He also thanked Russ Safran, who donated the pavilion and bridge in memory of his wife, Kristin, who died in the crash of Flight 3407 in Clarence Center in 2009. On a lighter not...

Steve Cavallaro will receive the Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce Community & Spirit Award, and the Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe will receive the Exemplary Business Award during the chamber’s annual meeting April 5. Madeline Miles will receive the chamber’s Directors’ Award. Cavallaro is receiving the award for his efforts with the Willow Dale duck pond restoration. The news leader of the Twin Tiers ... since 1947

The Rev. Leo Gallina, a Bradford native and former pastor of St. Bernard Catholic Church, will receive the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s highest honor at this year’s commencement ceremony. Dr. Livingston Alexander, president of Pitt-Bradford, will present the Presidential Medal of Distinction to Gallina at the 2012 Commencement Ceremony scheduled on April 29 at 2 p.m. in the KOA Arena of the Sport and Fitness Center. In commenting on campus sentiment about Gallina, Alexander said, “The university community is thrilled to be able to honor Father Gallina. Many of us, faculty, staff and students alike, have found inspiration in his generosity, commitment and enthusiasm. Through his direct and indirect gifts, he has left a lasting legacy at Pitt-Bradford.” Gallina responded with his trademark humility. “I am most humbled by this award and truly enjoy helping out in a small way so that others may have an education for the future,” he ...

Linda Newman has worn many hats during her tenure at the Bradford Area Public Library - director, chief executive officer and president. Now, the only hat she's looking forward to wearing will say "retired." Newman, who has spent the last decade at the helm at the library, will retired as of Sept. 30.. A farewell reception will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday in the library. Light refreshments will be served. The reception is open to the public. For those who worked with Newman, her absence will surely be felt. "When Linda came to Bradford, the library was at a low ebb," said Madeline Miles, chairwoman of the BAPL's Resource Development committee. "She helped move the library ahead by working well with community leaders like those of One Book Bradford, Derby Committees and the Friends of the BAPL who assisted in making the Bradford Area Public Library an important part of our community." This is something that Newman herself counts a...