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Rehearsals begin for Williamsport Civic Chorus’ season

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A new season brings fresh leadership for the Williamsport Civic Chorus. “We welcome Michael Welch as the new director of our beloved Chorus in its 83rd year,” a news release from the chorus said. “A native of Kentucky, Michael brings a rich and varied background as a singer, conductor, and composer and currently directs non-traditional students in choirs across Pennsylvania as the founder of Cadence Music and Arts Programs.” “We look forward to presenting two fabulous concerts this season – Harvest Home, which will celebrate the season and Americana compositions in this, ...

Jazz orchestra plans 3 concerts

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The Williamsport City Jazz Orchestra recently announced three free concerts this month: Sunday, Aug. 23 at the Brandon Park Bandshell, Friday Aug. 28 at Williamsport Welcomes the World, and Saturday, Aug. 29 at Central Oak Heights in West Milton. According to a news release, the historic ...

Couple celebrates 65 years

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Mr. and Mrs. Leonard L. Alansky, Montoursville will observe their 65th wedding anniversary on Sept 23, 2026. They were married at St Mary of the Maternity Catholic Church in Wilkes Barre. They are members of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Montoursville. Mrs. Alansky, the former Bette ...

Couple reaches 50-year milestone

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Jeffery and Shirley Raisch will celebrate their 50th anniversary on August 24. They were married in 1976. Shirley, the former Shirley Elliott. Graduated from Towanda High and retired from Penn Wire Rope as chief quality inspector. Jeff is a native of Williamsport and received a ...

4-Hers learn about biology, livestock at animal science day camp

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On June 30, Lycoming County 4-H hosted its first-ever animal science day camp, Barnyard Bonanza, giving youth the opportunity to explore livestock through hands-on learning, demonstrations, and educational activities. According to a news release. the camp focused on livestock species and ...

Harriet Tubman program at museum postponed

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The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society regrets to announce the postponement of a program featuring Harriet Tubman, a conductor on the Underground Railroad during the mid-nineteenth century, according to a news release. The program was scheduled for Sunday, August 30. Arrangements are being made to feature “Harriet Tubman” in September. “Personnel at the Museum regret any inconvenience caused,” the news release said. For further information, please call the Museum at 570-326-3326 or visit the museum’s website at www.tabermuseum.org.