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Shooting investagtion underway in Lycoming County
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A shooting investigation is underway in Lycoming County after shots were fired Saturday afternoon. According to the Williamsport Bureau of Police on Saturday around noon officers were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the 600 block of Second Avenue. Upon arrival, police say, they made contact with several […]
Second drug case filed against Williamsport man this month
Williamsport, Pa. — While conducting surveillance on a local bar, detectives watched a Williamsport man sell cocaine to a person parked in the bar's parking lot. In February of 2024, Matthew Russell Smith, 35, of Williamsport was seen leaving the Brandon Cafe at 410 Washington Boulevard, and get into the front passenger seat of another car. Investigators, watching from unmarked vehicles, said Smith left the car after it pulled around to the front of the bar on Penn Street, according to a complaint. ...
Police: Shots fired at car
Williamsport, Pa. — Williamsport police say they're investigating reports of a man shooting at a driver Saturday afternoon. Williamsport Police Units responded to a report of shots being fired in the 600 Block of Second Avenue just after noon. Officers arrived on the scene and made contact with several witnesses, who all stated that they observed a male individual who was walking along the street pointing a handgun and firing...
Man accused of carjacking in Bullfrog parking lot caught
Williamsport, Pa. — A man accused of a carjacking in the parking of the Bullfrog Brewery on Sunday was tracked down using the victim's headphones, police say. That man, Tiler Martin Wood, was taken into custody this week by Williamsport Bureau of Police officers, who recognized Wood from previous encounters, according to a complaint. AirPods helped investigators locate the stolen vehicle, which led to surveillance video that was used to identify Wood. ...
Trio of UPMC nurses honored with DAISY Awards
Williamsport, Pa. — UPMC nurses in Coudersport, Lock Haven, and Williamsport were recent recipients of DAISY Awards for Extraordinary Nurses. All three nurses were nominated by patients who were especially impacted by the nurses' care and compassion. Melissa Lehman, LPN, at Cole Place, Coudersport was nominated by a resident who shared: “Melissa is so kind-natured and sweet. She always walks into my room with a smile. We have so many...
Photo gallery: SockWalk held at Schick Elementary School
Loyalsock Township, Pa. — The annual “Battle of the Bridge” kicked off this morning at Schick Elementary School with a walk-a-thon to raise money for the school. Hundreds of kids, teachers, and parents walked around the track outside the school to help with the cause. Members of the Loyalsock high school band, cheerleaders, and football players were also on hand to help. Refreshments and Loyalsock clothing were being sold. The event is the biggest fundraiser for Schick Elementary, which hopes to raise $50,000. Schick is competing against Montoursville to see which school can raise the most money — and win the Golden Sneaker Award! Regardless of the winner, both district will benefit greatly from the fundraiser. Photos by Brett Crossley/Northcentralpa.com
Inmate rips off correctional officer's watch and threatens to swallow it: Police
Coal Township, Pa. — An inmate at Northumberland County Prison was charged for allegedly ripping a watch off a correctional officer's wrist and injuring him. Correctional officers were attempting to place hand restraints on Steven A. Howanietz, 44, on Aug. 21 when the alleged assault occurred. When Howanietz had his hands through the opening in the cell door, he grabbed an officer's wrist and pulled his arms through the opening, according to the affidavit. ...
Camp Susque accepts $50k grant during harvest festival
Trout Run, Pa. — Leaders of Camp Susque said they were deeply honored to receive a contribution of $50,000 from the EQT Foundation during Susque's 10th Annual Harvest Festival and Trail Run on Sept. 24. Kelly Coppadge of EQT Corp. presented the check to Executive Director of Camp Susque Peter Swift alongside Board Chairman Josh Knauss. This is the second significant grant given to Camp Susque by the EQT Foundation. ...
Lycoming College makes top 100 liberal arts colleges ranking
Williamsport, Pa. —The U.S. News & World Report has released its 2025 National Liberal Arts Colleges ranking, and Lycoming College has managed to earn high rankings in three lists. The college reached #100 overall; #22 on the Best Value Schools list; and #7 on Top Performers on Social Mobility. This is Lyco's first time reaching the top 100 overall ranking. The college has risen by seven ranks this year, tying...
PPG Industries renews commitment to Penn College collision repair and restoration program
Williamsport, Pa. — Penn College said a global paint supplier has pledged to double its annual investment with the college's collision repair and restoration program over the next five years. PPG Industries, Inc., a global supplier of paints, coatings, and other specialty materials, has supplied Penn College's program with paint since 2003. “During the past 10 years, we’ve been able to train our students with the latest technology, including electronic...
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