The Lycoming County Commissioners gathered to address several interconnected issues affecting the region, from youth violence to economic development to the practical mechanics of keeping government operating smoothly. Commissioner Scott Metzger opened the discussion by addressing the recent shooting near Williamsport’s Memorial Park and the visible spike in violent crime among local teenagers. Rather than
A summer weekend in Montoursville brought together far more than youth soccer. Families, volunteers, local businesses, and nonprofit organizations united for the third annual Kicks 4 Canines, helping make the tournament’s largest year yet while supporting a meaningful community cause. Hosted at McCall Middle School by UnitedGoals USA in partnership with the Montoursville Lady Warriors
The hill climbing contest of the Williamsport Automobile Club, the first race of its kind ever held, in this locality, was successfully carried out Saturday afternoon and without any more serious accident than the casting of a tire by the victorious machine. The winner was the big Matheson car which was sent here by the
The Greater Hughesville Business Association (GHBA), in partnership with The GHBA Community Foundation, is excited to announce Hughesville’s first-ever Christmas in July Parade, set for Saturday, July 25, 2026. This festive community event will bring the magic of Christmas to the streets of Hughesville with decorated floats, creative vehicle entries, community organizations, local businesses, music,
The red carpet will be rolled out, and the atmosphere in downtown Williamsport near the AMC Theater will resemble a glitzy Hollywood movie premiere when the Second Annual River Valley Film Festival kicks off on Friday evening, July 17, beginning at 5 p.m. The event will feature vendors, music, food, and a literal red-carpet experience
The good ship Hiawatha, the double decker steamer of the Sylvan Dell line, plying between the city and Sylvan Dell Park, went fast aground, near the latter point Friday night with members of the Faneul Hall Club and their friends aboard. The result was the entire party walked home. Friday night was the night set
Wreaths Across America (WAA) is proud to announce that as part of its yearlong mission to Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve and their families, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom, its Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE) will make numerous stops throughout Pennsylvania from July 21 through July 28 to share this
The Lycoming County Commissioners moved their weekly meeting to Wednesday, June 24, breaking from their standard Thursday schedule to address an urgent matter that demanded immediate action. The shift signaled the gravity of what was about to unfold. Data center development has accelerated across Pennsylvania, and Lycoming County suddenly found itself at a crossroads. The
