The Lycoming County Commissioners gathered on September 3 to celebrate a milestone that transforms how the region connects to the broader world. After nearly five years without consistent commercial air service, Williamsport Regional Airport will welcome Contour Airlines beginning October 19, 2026. The announcement marks a moment when a community’s persistent effort to restore connectivity
The Lycoming County Commissioners gathered on August 27 to approve funding and acquisitions that shape how residents access critical services, how the county’s physical footprint expands, and how the region manages one of its most significant annual events. The meeting highlighted the practical realities of county governance: operational continuity depends on sustained investment and forward-thinking
Howard J. Lamade Stadium holds a white decal on the right field fence. It bears the number 11 and sits encased in a circle. It is the only retired number in the entire history of the Little League World Series. No child playing at Lamade Stadium is permitted to wear it. For those who know
The name Lycoming stems from a deep indigenous linguistic tradition that predates European arrival by centuries. The word itself means sandy or gravelly creek, rooted in the language of the Lenape people, who were the original stewards of the lands comprising modern Pennsylvania. In their native tongue, the original name for the waterway was Legani
The Lycoming County Commissioners gathered on August 20th to address persistent misinformation circulating on social media regarding two critical areas of county operations. The commissioners and public safety officials took the opportunity to clarify what was actually happening versus what rumors suggested, demonstrating that transparent communication is essential when public confidence depends on accurate information.
