Candidates for Congress who would serve in Williamsport and eastern Lycoming County are keen on how crucial legislation supportive of ways to make housing more affordable has become. U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser, R-Dallas, and Rachel…
Candidates quarrel over debate participation
A federal lawmaker seeking re-election and his challenger differ on whether one is “backing out” of a debate for voters…
Council asked to place disc golf proposal on agenda
A Williamsport man who is pursuing a disc golf course concept in Brandon Park asked members of City Council to…
McCormick, Fetterman cosponsor bill to prevent Chinese-made optical transceivers from being used in sensitive national security systems
U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pittsburgh and U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Braddock, are cosponsoring bipartisan legislation to prevent Chinese-made optical transceivers…
Foster care program helps children in difficult circumstances
When a child is removed from their home due to neglect or abuse, it’s important that they have somewhere to…
Lycoming County native to appear on Shark Tank
Many people dream of coming up with that one invention or idea that will push them into the realm of…
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Obituaries
Ethel Lillian Tait
Ethel Lillian Tait, a loving wife, mother, and MomMom, joined her beloved husband, William…
Local Sports
Jersey Shore volleyball hopes to make strides through inaugural season
Over the last two decades, Jersey Shore has built legacies in a large variety…
Neil Rudel on Penn State: Stunning loss to Badgers ‘will eat at’ Campbell
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Police Fire and Court
Area police charge 7 motorists with DUI
Seven motorists have been charged with DUI, according to court records recently made public. Those charged were: Chelsia Inocencia Diehl, 34, of 5710 Warrensville Road; state police following a crash on Yeagle Road in Eldred Township on Aug. 15; also charged with eight summary offenses. Ronald Fagles, 72, of 665 Cemetery St., apartment 8,…
Eleven people have been charged with various drug offenses, according to court records recently made public…
11 facing drug charges in district courts
One hurt in South Williamsport crash
Variety of charges lodged in Lycoming County district courts
Editorials
What other newspapers are saying: Stop Flock camera abuse
As wariness (and outright anger) over the use of Flock cameras in our communities increases, Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson is right to be joining organizations such as the Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio in seeking greater regulation of the surveillance devices. Investigations, including those by news organizations such as the Ohio Capital…
Money in college sports should be a comprehensive debate
Volunteer firefighters deserve celebration — and support
What other newspapers are saying: Antidrone technology promising
Lifestyle News
RuPaul’s Drag Race star to headline West Branch Pride’s festival
West Branch Pride announced RuPaul’s Drag Race season 18 contestant Mandy Mango will headline the organization’s inaugural Port Pride Festival in Brandon Park on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026. According to a news release, Port Pride will bring Williamsport’s LGBTQ+ community together “with drag performers, community partners, vendors, music, and allies for a full day…
Repairs to Lock Haven’s Tiger Den move forward
Baton twirlers going to world championships
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Little League Extra
The LLWS United States all-star team for 2026
U.S. All-Stars (Sunday’s games not included) C—Owen Guzman, Nevada: A super catalyst for the U.S. champions, Guzman hit .538 in four Nevada wins, collecting at least one every game. A stellar defender as well, Guzman drove in a run, while scoring four times. His ability to consistently reached base played a large role in…
2026 LLWS International all-star team
Curacao beats Nevada to win first LLWS title since 2004
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Business
Public-sector retirees to see pension raise
During a speech to AFSCME Chapter 13 retirees in Harrisburg on Monday, Gov. Josh Shapiro touted the first cost-of-living adjustment, known as COLA for short, in over 20 years for various public servants. “You represent really the best of the best, the people that make our world go round and round,” Shapiro said. “The…