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Two Arby’s Employees Arrested + Charged With Felonies for the Craziest Reason
Arby's is known across America for having fresh roast beef sandwiches, always hot and on deck ready to go. Their slogan is, "We have the meats," and two employees of Arby's challenged that theory of who, exactly, does have the meats. Two Arby's Employees Arrested and Charged With Felonies for...
Christopher Edward Barzona, 58
Christopher Edward Barzona, 58, of Lock Haven passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024 at his home. Born March 26, 1966 in Lock Haven, he was the son of the late Barbara Kuntz Barzona. Chris was a 1984 graduate of Lock Haven High School. He proudly served in the United States...
Bluey event draws thousands downtown
Williamsport, Pa. — Thousands of Bluey fans converged downtown Williamsport for the highly-anticipated Otto Bookstore Block Party featuring the beloved blue heeler stories. It was a fun-filled day of games, activities, food trucks and so much more, said organizer John Shableski. “We knew it was going to be a big event," he said. "We had 1,000 people pre-register within the first 24 hours of the announcement of the event. We actually had to turn vendors away,” Shableski said. The event showcased books and other merchandise featuring Bluey, the titular character of an animated children's show. Crowds lined the street outside the bookstore for the block party, which shut down West Fourth Street between Pine and William streets between noon and 4 p.m.
Becky Lynn (Wert) Gett, 66
Becky Lynn (Wert) Gett, 66, of Lock Haven passed away Friday, July 12, 2024 at her home. She was born August 10, 1957 in Lock Haven. Becky grew up in Beech Creek and was a 1975 graduate of Bald Eagle Nittany High School. She went on to earn her Bachelors Degree from University of Phoenix.
Hope Children's Campus completes playground renovation project
Williamsport, Pa. — Hope's Children's Campus, a child development nonprofit located in downtown Williamsport, completed a playground renovation project in June 2024. With funding from nonprofits and the community, the organization replaced the rubber matting on the playground outside Hope's building. Hope’s Children's Campus is home to several key community programs, including leased spaces for STEP, Inc. Head Start and UPMC's Pediatric Rehabilitation Clinic. Additionally, the campus houses Hope’s Bi-County...
Former Pennsylania Fire Chief Identified as Victim in Trump Assassination Attempt
BUFFALO TWP, PA – The failed assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania for former President Donald Trump has claimed the life of Corey Comperatore, a former fire chief from…
Beaver Twp. cop bitten while responding to neighborhood dispute
A dispute at a Beaver Township mobile home community erupted into claims of a neighbor being sprayed with mace and a police officer being bitten. Fifty-six-year-old William Armstrong was charged with assault after a neighbor told police that Armstrong tried to run him down with a pickup truck while he was mowing his lawn at the Maplecroft Manufactured Home Park off West Harvard Blvd.
Ross Library book sale returns in September
LOCK HAVEN – Find your next great read!. The Ross Library Book Sale is getting ready to hit the picnic tables under the canopy at the library from Wednesday, September 11 through Saturday, September 14. Find great deals on books, audio books, CDs, DVDs, records, puzzles, games, and a...
Fellow Firefighers Remember Late Trump Rally Victim As Hero
On Saturday, a shooter opened fire at a Donald Trump political rally in Pennsylvania. While several were injured including the former president, volunteer firefighter Corey Comperatore died in the shooting. The 50-year-old was struck while trying to protect his family from gunfire. His colleagues said that Comperatore often demonstrated the...
Hope’s Children’s Campus renovations improve playground safety
Hope’s Children’s Campus recently completed a significant playground renovation project, improving the beloved space’s safety and enjoyability for community youth. According to a news release, this initiative, “made possible through the generosity of our community,” replaced the rubber matting on the playground, ensuring a safe and enjoyable space for the children and families who use the campus.
Major League Baseball: Little League Classic has been roaring success
Carl Stotz’s mission in 1939 — to field teams of young baseball players wearing real uniforms similar to their major league heroes — eventually led to the first Little League World Series in Williamsport in 1947. And, oh, what a journey it has been.
Felonies withdrawn against woman relating to her infant's death
SHAMOKIN — Felony offenses filed against a Shamokin woman relating to the Feb. 29 death of her 3-month-old son were withdrawn by the Northumberland County District Attorney’s Office on Tuesday. Charges of endangering the welfare of children and possessing with intent to deliver methamphetamine filed by Shamokin Patrolman...
Betty A. “Betz” Schriner
Betty A. “Betz” Schriner, 87, of Muncy, Pa died Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. Betty was the wife of Paul R. Schriner, and they were married on July 4, 1956, on the Fenstermaker farm in Lairdsville, where she grew up. Paul died on September 11, 2020, being married to Betz for 65 years.
City Council updated on Ohl Reservoir upgrades
LOCK HAVEN — Phase 1 of the Ohl Reservoir upgrades are complete, with Phase 2 on the horizon. Lock Haven City Council received an update on the project in its reports on Monday night, with further commentary from City Manager Greg Wilson. According to Wilson, Phase 1 cost $5,278,000....
Purple Heart Memorial site started at Lycoming County Veterans Park
The City of Williamsport will soon be host to a monument dedicated to honor the men and women of the military throughout Lycoming County who were and will be recipients of the distinguished Purple Heart medal. The monument, which cost $12,500, will be unveiled during a ceremony at 11 a.m....
'Getting Ahead' grads moving on to improve their lives
SHAMOKIN — Another group of area residents is “Getting Ahead in the Valley.”. The program by the Getting Ahead Foundation (GAF) graduated its second class Tuesday evening at First United Methodist Church following completion of the 19 week course. It is a continuation of the program founded in 2017 by Rose Williams, of the Milton area. It helps those struggling with finding adequate resources.
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