The aroma of fresh coffee and warm conversation will fill American Legion Post 1 on November 13th as State Representative Jamie Flick hosts his third annual Veterans Breakfast, continuing a cherished tradition that exemplifies his unwavering commitment to those who served our nation. Representative Flick has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership in supporting veterans throughout his
Just as the leaves change and fall, it’s time for a longtime South Williamsport community tradition — the annual South Williamsport Mummers’ Parade. This Saturday, October 18, the parade will begin at 2 p.m. and proceed through the borough’s streets, rain or shine. Organizers are excited to say that the route will be the usual
Lycoming County Court today delayed the preliminary injunction about the Sunday movie case. This had the effect of placing the matter on the November general election ballot. Making their decision today Judges Don Larrabee and Charles S. Williams held a court of equity on the restraining order was without authority to assert jurisdiction of the
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, veterans make up nearly 11 percent of the homeless adult population in Pennsylvania. Some of these homeless veterans live here in Lycoming County. In a bid to help these former warriors stay warm against the cold this winter. A warming center has been set up
One of the nicest and most anticipated events celebrating the beauty of the fall season takes place this weekend, October 10th-12th, when the 76th Flaming Foliage Festival occurs in Renovo, Clinton County. The event has many interesting aspects, including the crowning of the Annual Flaming Foliage Festival Queen, a parade through downtown Renovo, three full
The possibility of Lycoming County becoming a gas and oil producing territory is of sufficient importance to entice of one of the largest operating companies in the western part of the state to obtain legal sanction for future development here. This is the explanation on the back of the application by the T.J. Phillips Gaas
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
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
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
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
