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4-Hers find working with horses builds leadership

In September, the On the Fence 4-H Club, a local community group of Montoursville, partnered with Empower Stride, an Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) nonprofit organization located in Muncy. According to a news release, Empower Stride’s mission is to help individuals grow through the unique ...

2 nonprofits plan late-November fundraiser

AIDS Resource, Inc., a non-profit agency serving north central PA, and AR Health, a primary care clinic serving LGBTQ people and allies in the region, announce a community fund-raiser, Feast of Fabulous, a drag show featuring five regional entertainers on at 8 p.m., Nov. 22, at The Lofts at ...

Miss Hughesville crowned Flaming Foliage Queen

RENOVO — Miss Hughesville, Madelyn Gordner, was crowned Flaming Foliage Queen for 2025 during a ceremony held in the at the Bucktail Middle/High School gymnasium on Sunday afternoon. According to a news release, the day included naming a variety of titles to the dozens of young ladies and ...

Miss Hughesville is crowned Flaming Foliage Queen for 2025

RENOVO — The cloudy skies outside of Bucktail Middle/High School certainly couldn’t dampen one young lady’s spirits at the conclusion of the annual Flaming Foliage Festival weekend in Renovo. Miss Hughesville, Madelyn Gordner, was crowned Flaming Foliage Queen for 2025 during a ceremony ...

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Murder mystery to play out at the Genetti

When the Genetti Hotel was first built in the early 1920’s, it was with the idea that it would be a community hotel and in fact, it was known for many years as the Lycoming Hotel. Now, it is again hoping to be that community asset, where local people can come and enjoy an event surrounded by ...

WSO to perform with State College Choral Society next week

According to a press release, the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra will present an evening of “exhilarating music, rich history and vibrant cultural connections” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center, 220 West Fourth Street. The performance will see the WSO joined by ...

Muncy Historical Society to host exhibition of fine arts made in Pennsylvania

MUNCY – According to a press release, the 20th annual Invitational Artists Exhibition and Sale has been rescheduled for the fourth weekend in October. The show will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Oct. 24, with opening night refreshments; and 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Oct. 25 at First United ...

Paragon Ragtime Orchestra to perform at Susquehanna

SELINSGROVE — The Paragon Ragtime Orchestra will present the concert “Meet Me at the Fair: Sights & Sounds from the Great World’s Fairs” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17, in Susquehanna University’s Stretansky Concert Hall in the Cunningham Center for Music & Art, according to a press ...

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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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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 ...

Couple reaches 60-year mark

Ginny and Joe English, former Williamsport residents, were recent guests of honor at a weekend-long 60th anniversary celebration at Alpine Lake in West Virginia. The Englishes were married September 25, 1965 at the Church of the Annunciation. They are parents of Linda Ferriss (Ed), Andrew ...

Couple celebrates 70 years

Happy Anniversary to Natalie and Elmer Christian of Avis, PA, who were married on September 14, 1955, at Avis United Methodist Church. What began as a young couple’s promise has grown into an extraordinary seven-decade love story—one filled with laughter, hard work, shared dreams, and ...

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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

Wednesday, Oct. 22 Williamsport High School Class of 1962 quarterly luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Hoss’s Restaurant, 1954 E. Third St. Contact classmate Joan Nevill for reservations. Thursday, Oct. 23 Daniel’s Closet donations accepted, 4 to 6 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1101 Washington ...