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National Night Out events return to Lycoming County this August
Williamsport, Pa. — In an effort to give citizens the opportunity to interact with police in a casual, stress-free environment, departments across the country have been hosting Nights Out. More carnival than CSI, National Nights Out help establish camaraderie and partnerships between the police and the communities that they serve. On Aug. 4, the Lycoming Regional Police Department will host three NNO events at Fairlawn Community Church, Old Lycoming Township Park, and Crossroads Church. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. in...
Hearing to close Salladasburg — Aug. 5
That’s right, quietly and without a board motion or vote, the Jersey Shore School Board will hold a hearing to close Salladasburg. On July 12th and out of the blue, a notice was posted on their website stating: “a Public Hearing of the Board will be held in the Auditorium of the Jersey Shore Area Senior High School, 701 Cemetery Street on August 5, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. upon the question of permanently closing the Salladasburg Elementary School located at 3490 PA-287, Lycoming County, PA at the end of the 2024-2025 School Year.”
First responders get federal funding for new facility in Lycoming County
JERSEY SHORE, Pa. — The Citizens Hose Company, emergency services, and the Lycoming County Regional Police are outgrowing their current buildings. First responders say they need more room for equipment and offices. Soon, they will be moving on to a bigger and better space together. "We started meeting around...
Pennsylvania Arby’s employees allegedly stole nearly $3,000 in roast beef
(WHTM) — Where’s the beef? Well, two women who worked for a Pennsylvania Arby’s may know after State Police alleged they stole thousands of dollars worth of beef from the restaurant. According to court documents, Stephanie Davis, 63, and Shaniyah West, 21, both of Williamsport, allegedly worked...
Survey results provide insight into experiences of Little League World Series visitors
WILLIAMSPORT — With the Little League World Series less than a month away, officials in Lycoming County have an insight into what the thousands of visitors do beyond the games. Little League with the assistance of the Pennsylvania College of Technology conducted a digital fan experience survey after last...
‘Bottles & Brews XI’ coming
The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society will host ‘Bottles & Brews XI’ from 7 to 10 p.m., Aug. 9. “The event has quickly become a tradition within Lycoming County and serves as a fundraiser for the museum,” a news release said. “Attendees will be able to sample a number of craft beers, wines, coffee and tea and the product of many regional and national brewmasters and vintners.”
Combining resources: Sen. Bob Casey pledges $1,000,000 to JS Safety Building Project
JERSEY SHORE — Senator Bob Casey (D-Pa.) made a stop in Jersey Shore this week to announce $1,000,000 in community project funding to support the construction of the new Jersey Shore Public Safety Building. The new building, to be constructed along Locust Street near the expansion to West Pharmaceuticals,...
Wanted man allegedly flees police
Williamsport, Pa. — A man wanted out of Lehigh County allegedly took off from police when they tried to take him into custody. Deputy Joshua Wolfe of the Lycoming County Sheriff's office said he was notified last month that Julian Enrique Davila, 24, had an arrest warrant and was in the Williamsport, according to charges. Wolfe made contact with Davila in the 50 block of Willow Street on June 15 around midnight, but Davila reportedly fled on foot. Wolfe gave chase and caught him two blocks later. Davila, Allentown, was charged with fleeing police and evading arrest. He previously served 10 days in jail in Lehigh County for the same charges, court records show. Docket sheet
Update: Be prepared for strong thunderstorms in Southern Lycoming and Columbia County early Wednesday evening
An updated weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 4:39 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5:15 p.m. for Southern Lycoming and Columbia County. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 4:38 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Bloomsburg, moving...
Lycoming College launches new performing arts management major
Williamsport, Pa. — Striking a balance between foundational business administration courses and theatre, Lycoming County has launched a new performing arts management major. This new addition is ideal for students who are passionate about the arts, but are interested in working beyond the stage. In addition to theatre and performing arts coursework, students will take comprehensive business, corporate communications, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship classes and engage in practical and internship...
Coroner: Avis man died of natural causes in log truck accident
LINDEN — The driver who died Tuesday morning when his empty tri-axle logging truck went off Route 220 and landed in heavy brush in Woodward Township, Lycoming County, just south of the Williamsport city line, was identified as William Mundy, of Avis. Investigators have determined that the 61-year-old Clinton...
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