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Penn College student, faculty member receive DAISY Awards
At a recent ceremony for graduating nursing students, Pennsylvania College of Technology presented DAISY Awards for Extraordinary Nursing to student Makenna J. Buck and faculty member Tushanna M. Habalar. Buck, of Blossburg, was among 11 nominees for The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Students. Makenna J. Buck, a Pennsylvania College...
Summer camp for teachers aims to bring more high-tech teaching to the classroom
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Teachers are putting the final touches on some race cars in Williamsport. The educators spent the week building the cars as part of a STEM externship at the Pennsylvania College of Technology to find new ways to approach science and technology education. "They got to work...
5 Must-Try Treats at Knoebels Amusement Resort
Refuel Between Rides and Games with these 5 Delectable Knoebels Treats. This time of year, most NEPA families are making their annual pilgrimage to Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, PA. While many trips to the favorite family-friendly park are all about thrill rides, skill games and arcades, there are some who just come for the food. Literally, same. And when a park has earned 21 of the last 23 Golden Ticket Awards for Best Park Food from Amusement Today, they might be doing something right.
Bonnie L. Dunmire
Hughesville, Pa. — Bonnie L. Dunmire, 77, of Hughesville, Pennsylvania left this earth for her eternal home Wednesday morning, June 26, 2024, surrounded by her family, the family cat Stuart who never left her side, and under the care of Geisinger Hospice. Born May 3, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Pa.,...
Gloria Jean Caputo
Williamsport, Pa. — Gloria Jean Caputo, 84, of Williamsport died peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was finally reunited with her husband, William L. “Bill” Caputo, Sr., whom she married on July 15, 1961, and her son, William L. Caputo, Jr., both of whom she greatly missed.
Geraldine J. 'Geri' Seagrave
Williamsport, Pa. — Geraldine J. “Geri” Seagrave, 87, of Williamsport passed away Monday, June 24, 2024 at Valley View Nursing Center. She was the loving wife of the late Robert A. Seagrave, who preceded her in death in 2018. Born Nov. 4, 1936 in Levis, Quebec, she...
AMERICA250PA, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PENNSYLVANIA FREEMASONS, PRESENTS THE LIBERTY TREE PROJECT IN CLINTON, LYCOMING COUNTIES
CLINTON AND LYCOMING COUNTIES– On Saturday, June 22, America250PA, in a generous partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, planted certified Liberty Trees in Clinton and Lycoming Counties as part of a multi-year celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. Thanks to this partnership, one certified Liberty Tree will be planted in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties prior to 2026.
Lycoming College appoints interim provost and dean of faculty
Williamsport, Pa. — Lycoming College President Kent Trachte has appointed Sandra Kingery, Ph.D., as interim provost and dean of the faculty at Lycoming College starting on July 1. She is taking on the position after the previous provost and dean of faculty who served for 13 years, Philip Sprunger, Ph.D., returned to the economics department faculty. An outstanding scholar, teacher, and member of the faculty since she was hired as a tenure track faculty member in the modern language studies department in 1998, Kingery has...
Jersey Shore fishermen’s club with roots in 1940s could soon be evicted by N.J. DEP
The days of one fishermen’s club with a long history at the Jersey Shore may be numbered. Emaleigh Kaithern, the president of Sunset Beach Sportsmen’s Club, said Tuesday that “devastated doesn’t begin to describe” how she feels. If you purchase a product or register for...
Williamsport's Community Arts Center getting new name to attract wider audience
Williamsport’s Community Arts Center will soon get a new name and look and possibly a wider audience. The theater at 220 W. Fourth St. will be known as Journey Bank Community Arts Center, starting July 1, 2025. The goal is to reach wider audiences and improving marketing. “As a...
Woman born in Muncy celebrates 100th birthday
Betty Logue turned 100 years old on June 14. She is a mother of seven. She lived through the great depression and was born and raised in Muncy in 1924 and is a graduate of Muncy High School. She was married to Harrold Logue; he passed away in 1979. She...
Milton historian reflects on Watergate, identifies similarities surrounding Trump scandals
MILTON — Fifty years ago this summer, Republican President Richard Nixon was embroiled in controversy and subsequently became the first and only U.S. president to resign. His resignation came two years after the Watergate scandal was exposed.
Foundation supports Mill Hall firefighters
MILL HALL — It’s dangerous enough that firefighters are exposed to dense smoke, carbon monoxide and/or gas leaks when fighting fires or responding to emergencies. They should not have to worry about hazardous vehicle exhaust emissions and pollutants from inside their own fire stations. That is the impetus behind the Mill Hall Vol. Fire Co.’s investment in an air cleaning system at its station at Water Street and Peale Avenue in Mill Hall.
Man killed in lawn mower accident in Irish Valley
A portion of a lawn mower is shown underneath the trailer of an 18-wheeler in a driveway of 1672 Irish Valley Road, Shamokin Township, at about 2:30 p.m. Friday. The operator of the lawn mower was pronounced dead at the scene. LARRY DEKLINSKI/STAFF PHOTO.
Williamsport Municipal Water Authority’s water rate to increase this Monday, July 1
A water rate increase goes into effect on Monday, July 1, according to the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority. To maintain the safety and reliability of the authority’s critical infrastructure that delivers clean, safe water to 51,000 customers, the authority board has voted on the increase in water rate. The...
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