There is an old, old saying that is better to give a hand up than a hand out. It is a simple saying, but it is a challenge to implement. A good example is the work of the American Rescue Workers (ARW) and their support to men and women who have just been released from
Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr. Beneath a canopy of cloudless skies, fanned by gentle cooling breezes and environed with stately arches and a wilderness of waving flags and elaborate decorations, Muncy observed its Welcome Home Day on Saturday in a manner which must have sent a thrill of appreciation and pride through every soldier in
Every organization has that one job that everyone wants to avoid. Believe it or not, the county court system has one too — and it is called Family Court. Senior Judge Dudley Anderson admitted this openly at a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the Lycoming County Court House on Monday, June 17th. He noted that
On behalf of Bishop Bambara, and all of us gathered here this morning, I wish to express to Fr John’s family our prayers, friendship and condolences. We also thank Fr. Brian VanFossen and all the parish staff and ministries for all their hard work in preparation for this liturgy. It makes no difference whether someone
Winners of the Tri-League Championship, U and U Modular Homes. The championship was held Tuesday June 11th. U and U Modular prevailed over Muncy Legion in an exciting and hard fought contest, 1-0. The league is made up of teams from East Lycoming, Montgomery, and Muncy Little Leagues. Front from left: Lucas Yarish, Brenden Fisher,
It is sometimes a tedious task to cover the Lycoming County Commissioner’s Meetings, but Thursday, June 13th was not one of those times. In fact, to be honest, I personally was never more proud of my county than I was through that meeting. It began with a presentation of Job Well Done pins awarded to
A two-year old boy wearing a big smile and an “I don’t care” expression was picked up on West Fourth Street late yesterday afternoon by a “Gazette and Bulletin” reporter. The little fellow was unable to tell his name, address or anything else. All he did while questioned by the reporter was smile. Sensing he
The Williamsport Civic Chorus slated to go on a concert tour of Ireland on June 28, will have a concert previewing some of the music they will be singing on that tour, when they present a free concert on Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Williamsport. Four concerts are
For the first time in 36 years, the annual Flag Day March in Williamsport will take place without Anthony “Tony” DiSalvo. Sadly, the man who was the sparkplug and spiritual father of the previous Flag Day marches died earlier this year. His spirit will go proudly on when the annual, newly renamed “Anthony DiSalvo Flags
If ever there was a Leader in Our Neighborhood (LION) it was Father John Manno, who passed away on May 30th at the age of 78. Tributes to the man poured in throughout the region because he touched many lives far beyond his own parish. Much has been written about this extraordinary individual, but I
A new deal may be in the making for motorists using the awkward intersection of Hepburn Street, Market Street, and Rural Avenue, Harold W. Reitz, district highway engineer suggested yesterday. Mr. Reitz said he has an alternative to the idea of erecting traffic lights, which has been discussed by Mayor Thomas Levering, Police Chief John
