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Mill Hall woman donates items from trip to Woodstock festival to museum

MILL HALL — The power of music and the arts is something that, historically, can bring hundreds from different backgrounds together. That was the case in August 1969 when the Woodstock Music & Art Fair in Bethel Woods, New York, brought half a million people of all ages, ethnicities, ...

Region sees successes at National Baton Twirling Competition

Several athletes from the region competed at the National Baton Twirling Competitions in South Bend, Indiana, this summer, according to a news release from Phillips Fancy Footwork. Avery Soltesz, 21, from Watsontown took 1st place in the Intermediate Solo 1 baton and the Strut competition in ...

Art exhibit at museum to start in December

Echoes of Eden in a Rising Republic: Still Life and the Beauty of Becoming, an exhibit featuring a collection of about 30 still life paintings, will be on display at the Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society from Dec. 1 through May 31, 2026. According to a news ...

Girl Scout Camp Lycogis: A legacy of adventure and community

For more than 60 years, Girl Scout Camp Lycogis provided a place of adventure, learning, and community for countless girls. The camp’s history reflects the determination and hard work of the Lycoming County Girl Scouts. The origin of Camp Lycogis dates back to 1943, when the Girl Scouts ...

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Factory Works Photo Lab to hold workshops

The Factory Works Photo Lab at the Pajama Factory will hold a number of workshops this fall, according to a press release. They include two skill-building workshops and a vintage brownie camera workshop that utilizes a mid-century medium format camera. The intro classes, to be held on Sept. ...

WCJO to present multiple free performances this month

According to a press release, the Williamsport City Jazz Orchestra will host several free performances this month, on Aug. 20, 22 and 23. Those curious about how a big band rehearses for a concert are invited to the Trachte Music Center at Lycoming College on Aug. 20 for an evening of “The ...

‘Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors’ coming to Millbrook Playhouse

MILL HALL — According to a press release, Millbrook Playhouse is set to present “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors” for nine performances, from Friday through Aug. 17, on the Ryan Main Stage. The fast-paced, laugh-out-loud reimagining of Bram Stoker’s gothic tale, written by Steve Rosen and ...

Williamsport Youth Choir to hold open auditions this month

The Williamsport Youth Choir, under the direction of Megan Cartwright, is gearing up for its16th season this August with open auditions, a press release said. The Williamsport Youth Choir offers three ensemble opportunities to students in the Lycoming County region. The Prep Choir is a group ...

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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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Hughesville couple celebrates 65 years

Paul and Iva Heise of Hughesville, who were married July 16, 1961 at Schultzville United Methodist Church, recently celebrated their 65th anniversary. Paul is the son of the late Howard and Dorothy Heise. A graduate of Penn State, he is retired from the state Department of Transportation as a ...

Laporte couple celebrates anniversary

Scott and Carol Williams, of Laporte, recently completed a European cruise celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary. The trip went from Veince, Italy to Barcelona, Spain. Carol Williams was an elementary school teacher and Scott Williams continues his practice of law, having completed 59 ...

Montoursville couple reaches 60-year mark

Dick and Carol Everett, of Montoursville, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on August 7, 2025. They were married at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Montoursville on August 7, 1965. Carol was born in New York City and moved to Montoursville her sophomore year in high ...

Couple celebrates 60 years

Edward (Toby) Lyon Johnson and Sandra Folmar Johnson celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary (July 24, 1965) at the Peter Herdic House, along with their four children (Virginia, Julie, Lyon and Ashley), 17 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. The couple were married at Saint ...

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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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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 ...

Son of Cogan Station couple married in DC ceremony

Dr. Aynaz Sianati and Dr. Christian Hague were married on August 12, 2023, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The service was held on the rooftop terrace. The bride is the daughter of Hamid Sianati of Iran and Pari O’Neal of Washington, D.C. The groom is the son of Tina (Nichols) ...

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Wednesday, Aug. 6 Montoursville Garden Club meeting, Raised Garden Beds with Ken Elkin, 12:30 p.m., Montoursville Presbyterian Church, 205 Tule St., Montoursville. Guests welcome. Annual gathering to pray for peace and to remember those who died at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 6 p.m., Yasui Peace ...