Will Durant, the author of “The Story of Philosophy,” and other noted works, and one of the most popular lecturers in America will speak in Williamsport on Sunday evening in the Elks auditorium under the auspices of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the League of Women Voters, which will be holding its eighth annual convention in
Williamsport merchants today announced plans for a three-day event to attract visitors to Williamsport from throughout the area it will be known as “Williamsport Days.” Mayor Leo C. Williamson will officially open the event with a proclamation Tuesday. Rated larger than the semi-annual “Dollar Day,” “Williamsport Days” will be a cooperative effort of approximately 63
This week marks the 50th anniversary of what sometimes has become an overlooked natural disaster — the Eloise Flood of 1975. This area has suffered the ravages of floods many times over the years. Most people remember well the Agnes Flood of 1972, as well as the flood produced by the aftereffects of Tropical Storm
In the hallowed corridors of the Lycoming County Courthouse, where justice meets human vulnerability, furry angels provide comfort to those who need it most. During Tuesday’s Commissioners meeting in Williamsport, county officials addressed a range of pressing matters from staffing needs to escalating investigation costs for potential death penalty cases. Yet amid budget discussions and
Jerry Young of the Cogan Station area is over 80 years old, and motorcycles have been a special passion for him throughout his life. One motorcycle he owns is a 200 cc, Triumph Cub street bike, which he converted into a trial motorcycle, and was featured recently on the cover of the September issue of
For the second time in two months, area film aficionados will have the opportunity to view films from gifted filmmakers. In this case, the filmmakers will be from throughout Pennsylvania and the local area. The Susquehanna Film Festival will take place this weekend, September 19-21, at the District Cinema Complex in the area formerly occupied
It was a stark contrast: in a county where corn towers overhead and apple orchards stretch as far as the eye can see, Emily Camerer’s message at the Thursday morning commissioners’ meeting was a chilling reminder of the stark reality. Emily Camerer of the Central PA Food Bank addressed officials and residents to celebrate the
Dr. John W. Long, president of Dickinson Seminary spoke over WRAK last evening at 7:30 o’clock to deliver the following appeal, especially to small depositors on behalf of the reorganization of the Lycoming Trust Company. “Citizens of Williamsport: Williamsport’s restricted banks are going to open for business as usual, just when the citizens ‘give the
As they have for the past 23 years, the 9/11 Freedom Ride Motorcycle Coalition will be holding its 24th annual 42-mile ride of remembrance this Thursday, September 11, to honor the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks that claimed more than 2,000 lives. This memorial ride originally began shortly after the terrorist attacks
One of Williamsport’s oldest landmarks will be effaced as such when the 75-year-old Park Hotel is remodeled into a home for the aged through operations to begin in early October. Built three-quarters of a century ago it was known in its earliest days as the Herdic House. It was named for Peter Herdic, who built
Grab your family and plan to spend a relaxing afternoon at Rider Park during the annual Open House on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 12-5 p.m. Hosted by the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania, this free, family-friendly event invites guests of all ages to connect with nature through interactive programs, hands-on activities, and outdoor
In a world where division seems to dominate headlines, Lycoming County discovered this week an unexpected source of unity that inspired and surprised us all. It’s in times of adversity that our unity and respect for one another shine. During their weekly meeting, the Lycoming County Commissioners unveiled details for what promises to be one
