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Legion auxiliary presents award

American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Unit member of the year Award was presented to Terry Koser of ALA Unit #251 of Montgomery in recognition for being a dedicated member who serves at her local American Legion Auxiliary level. “She’s a very active ALA senior member in good standing ...

Students to lobby for fossil bill

HYNER — Students from the Bucktail Student Government are continuing their efforts to designate the Hynerpeton bassetti the state fossil — meeting with legislators on Nov. 18 to lobby for a bill sponsored by state Sen. Cris Dush, R-Pine Creek Township and state Rep. Stephanie Borowicz, ...

Golden Afternoons to offer Veterans Day program

At 1 p.m. on Veterans Day, this coming Tuesday, Nov. 11, the Deane Center’s free Golden Afternoons program will honor military veterans of the United States Armed Forces and active military personnel with a sing-a-long, according to a news release. Veterans Day is a federal holiday observed ...

Wayne Township fall events a big hit

McELHATTAN — On Saturday, Oct. 25, the Wayne Township Recreation Committee held multiple events within the community. The crisp fall weather resulted in several hundred people enjoying a Trunk or Treat and the Bates Motel presentation at the Nature Park. There were 16 trunks, decorated and ...

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Jazz saxophonist BIRCKHEAD to perform in Weis Center atrium

LEWISBURG — The Weis Center for the Performing Arts at Bucknell University will welcome saxophonist BIRCKHEAD at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 in the Weis Center atrium, a press release said. “Brent Birckhead is an award-winning artist, whose aesthetic is an intersectional amalgam of traditional ...

Charly Lowry, Eric Ian Farmer to perform at Weis Center

LEWISBURG — According to a press release, Bucknell University’s Weis Center for the Performing Arts will welcome folk/Americana artist Charly Lowry at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 13. There will be a pre-show artist talk with Lowry from 6:45 p.m.-7:15 p.m., facilitated by Eric Ian Farmer in the Weis ...

UMC to celebrate 25 years at CAC

The Uptown Music Collective will present “The 25th Anniversary Celebration” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21 and 22 at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center, a press release said. This “no-repeat” milestone weekend celebrates the nonprofit school of music’s 25th year with more than 80 alumni ...

Members of SVC to perform with Foreigner at CAC

Members of the Susquehanna Valley Chorale will perform with Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Foreigner on Dec. 13 at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center, a press release said. Foreigner was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2024. Luis Maldonado (lead vocals/guitar), Jeff Pilson (bass), ...

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Elevate holiday entertaining with grape-based drinks and apps

For many, the hallmark of the holiday season is time with cherished loved ones, and there are few better places to spend those special moments together than gathered around a beautiful seasonal spread. By adding a little creative flair to the menu, and a signature ingredient like grapes, you ...

Smoke your turkey for a taste twist on tradition

Make room in the oven this Thanksgiving with a smoked turkey recipe that stays moist and tender. By relying on the smoker rather than a traditional baked bird, you can keep the oven freed up for savory sides and delectable desserts. Smoked Turkey Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ ...

Create showstopping holiday meals with recipes featuring pork

If you’re wondering what to serve for a delightful holiday meal, look no further than pork - a perfect match for festive menus as it’s easy to prepare, versatile, budget-friendly and pairs well with seasonal ingredients. With flavorful, mouthwatering recipes like Apple Cider Balsamic ...

A fresh pumpkin becomes comfort food in this creamy mac and cheese

While I cook with butternut squash and other winter squashes all the time, when I think about cooking with pumpkin, I picture a can of puree. But using fresh pumpkin is just another take on cooking with hard-shelled, cold-weather squash. There is more to those pumpkins than jack-o’-lanterns ...

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Couple celebrates 50-year mark

Elaine Marie (Klees) and Lyle (Skip) Miller observed their 50th Wedding Anniversary, October 18, 2025. They were married by the late Reverend Raymond Schloyer at the Bethel United Methodist Church, Montoursville. Mrs. Miller, a native of Williamsport, is the daughter of Joan Rothrock and ...

Couple celebrates 52-year mark

Bill and Linda Wise were married September 21st 1973 in a little country church on Bottle Run Road near Williamsport. They are the parents of Billie Jean Wise Tyler of Montoursville and David Allen Wise of Palm Harbor, Florida. They have 3 grandchildren, Blake Michael Wise, Grace Olivia Wise ...

Linden couple celebrates 50th anniversary

Larry and Dianne Grove, of Linden, were married on October 25, 1975 at Trinity United Methodist Church. The couple began dating in 1972 after Larry returned from serving his country in the Vietnam War. In 1977, they bought their home in Linden where they still reside. Dianne is the daughter ...

Couple celebrates 50 years

Kathy and David Heltman, of Cogan Station, will celebrate their 50th Anniversary on October 4, 2025. They were married by the Rev. Preston Dusman at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Kathy Heltman, a native of Williamsport, is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. R. Donald Waltz Sr. She graduated from ...

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Couple to wed at Nescopeck farm

Rhonna and Melvin Stojakovich of Bloomsburg announce the engagement and approaching wedding of their daughter, Corrine Stojakovich, to AJ Diaz. Parents of the prospective groom are Al and Marty Diaz of Montoursville. The couple met in the town of Bloomsburg in 2019. Over the past five ...

Montoursville native engaged

Robert and Fern Jones of Plymouth Meeting have announced the engagement of their son Ian Jones to Yuanhua (Chuxi) Feng. The couple is planning an August wedding. Ian graduated from Montoursville Area High School in 2013. He received a bachelor's degree in history from West Chester University ...

Wedding in Montoursville planned

Abbie L. and Larry S. Newcomer of Williamsport are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Myrle E. Newcomer of New Columbia, to Adam D. Karwaski of Dallas, son of Marguerite and Gary Karwaski of Trucksville. Myrle is a graduate of Loyalsock Township High School. She earned her ...

Couple to marry in July

Announcement has been made of the engagement of Dacia James of Wayne and James Gardner of Williamsport. Dacia is the daughter of Michelle Miller, of Jamaica. She graduated from Lower Merion High School in 2015. Delaware Community College in 2018 and Pennsylvania College of Technology in 2022. ...

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Montoursville grad weds in China

Ian Jones of Washington D.C. and Yuanhua (Chuxi) Feng of Foshan, Guangdong Province, China, were married Friday August 15th in Foshan. Ian is the son of Robert and Fern Jones of Plymouth Meeting. He graduated from Montoursville High School in 2013. He received a bachelor’s degree in ...

Couple weds in State College

Valerie Lucasi and Christopher Buckles married on May 17, 2025 at the Toftrees Golf Resort in State College. Valerie is the daughter of Allan and Sharon Lucasi of Williamsport. Christopher Buckles is the son of Candie and Jeff Kilgus of Picture Rocks, and Chris Buckles of Georgia.

Couple marries in Williamsport church

Ann Marie Kaufman and Ryan Alexander Workman, of Loyalsock, were united in marriage on June 14, 2025. The wedding Mass was held at Saint Joseph the Worker Parish, Williamsport, with a reception at the Williamsport Country Club. Ann is the daughter of Scott and Leanne Kaufman, of Loyalsock. ...

Couple weds in Wellsboro

Tioga County native, Melissa Bravo, and Sanjay Choudhary of Bikaner, India celebrated their marriage with the bride’s family and friends October 12, 2024, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Wellsboro. The reception was held in the church hall followed by a family picnic at Wellsboro’s ...

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Things to do

Friday, Nov. 7 Rummage and book sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., South Williamsport UMC, 409 Main St., South Williamsport. Food available. Newberry Branch of NGA “Everything Christmas” sale, 4 to 7 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1101 Washington Blvd. New clothing for children. Saturday, Nov. ...