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Volunteer surge may have saved Perry County animal shelter

MILLERSTOWN — Perry County Animal Rescue is heading into the new year with a rare and welcome shift: a sharp rise in volunteer participation over the past two weeks. The sudden increase is easing daily pressures on staff and improving the level of care provided to animals at the ...

Students raise over $2,000 for charities

Students at Lycoming Career and Technology Center raised more than $2,100 for local charities through a student-led coin drive held earlier this month. All funds raised were donated to Aly’s Monkey Movement and Sojourner Truth Ministries. According to a news release, the fundraiser was led ...

Clinton County gun shop assists school clay target team

MILL HALL — Miller’s Gun Shop recently combined a holiday promotion with community support through a generous giveaway benefiting the Central Mountain High School Clay Target Team. As part of the holiday event, customers who purchased a box of shotgun shells were entered into a drawing ...

City museum to host trivia event as fundraiser

Williamsport: Quizzo at the Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society will occur from 7 to 9 p.m., Jan. 17. With the doors opening at 6 p.m., participants will have time to stroll through the museum before the game officially starts. “Jon Mackey or his associate, who regularly ...

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Pennsylvania Chestnut Festival returning for second year

LOCK HAVEN — In a press release, the Castanea Township Recreation Committee and Supervisors recently announced that the 2nd Annual Pennsylvania Chestnut Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 24 at the Castanea Fireman’s Picnic Grounds Building, 859 Lower Creek Road. The ...

‘STOA: A New Musical Journey’ to make stage debut at Lycoming College

According to a press release, “STOA: A New Musical Journey” will make its stage debut from Jan. 9-18 at Lycoming College’s Clarke Chapel. Written and composed by local author and filmmaker Alivia Tagliaferri, the production is "an original, family-friendly musical that celebrates love, ...

‘Christmas at the Organ’ concert to be held Sunday

According to a press release, a “Christmas at the Organ” concert will be presented by area members of The American Guild of Organists at 3 p.m. Sunday at Covenant Central Presbyterian Church, 807 West Fourth Street. Organists are selecting their favorite music for the Christmas season. ...

Resounding Performance Arts to perform holiday show benefiting The Gatehouse

Starting in October, a group of people have been coming together to form the cast of Resounding Performance Arts’ latest holiday production, “The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon.” “It’s a parody of all the movies they play on a certain popular movie channel during the ...

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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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Williamsport couple married 50 years

Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Holly (Webster) Tagliaferri, of Williamsport, celebrated their 50th Anniversary on November 22, 2025. They were married in 1975 at the St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Quiggleville. Tom is the son of the late Arthur and Jenny Tagliaferri. He graduated from Williamsport ...

Couple celebrates 60 years

Only 2% of marriages in the United States last 60 years. Congratulations to John and Jayne Reynolds for reaching that rare milestone. John and Jayne Reynolds were married on November 27, 1965, at Garden View Baptist Church in Williamsport. Jayne is the daughter of the late Justice of the ...

Williamsport couple reaches 50-year mark

Patricia (Winder) and Robert Wasaff observed their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 23. They were married by the Rev. Carl Peterson at Calvary United Methodist Church. Mrs. Wasaff, a native of Williamsport, is the daughter of the late Helen Lanning and Robert Winder. She attended ...

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 ...

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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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Loyalsock Township graduate marries husband in October ceremony

Myrle Newcomer, daughter of Abbie and Larry Newcomer of Williamsport and Adam Karwaski, son of Meg and Gary Karwaski of Trucksville were united in marriage on October 11, 2025. Pastor Chris Schwab officiated the ceremony held at Herman and Luther’s in Montoursville. Given in marriage by ...

Couple celebrates summer wedding in Hallam

Dacia James and James Gardner were united in marriage on July 11, 2025 by Pastor Rich Moore at an outdoor wedding held at the Stone Mill Inn in Hallam. Courtney Hatton served as maid of honor and Mike Gardner, brother of groom was best man. The bridal party was Joline Louis-Charles, Chinelle ...

Family celebrates November wedding

Spencer Lounsbury and Autumn Lounsbury were married on November 6th, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. in front of the judge and family. After 20 years of being together, they finally made it official. Happy anniversary and wedding! Here is to many more years!

Woman from Montoursville gets married in Lancaster ceremony

Haylie C. McQuillen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brian L. McQuillen of Montoursville, became the bride of Dr. Andrew A. Castagna, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis V. Castagna III, of Lancaster. They were united in marriage at 2 p.m. on July 26, 2025 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Lancaster. Father ...

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Things to do

Thursday, Jan. 8 Free community dinner, 5 p.m. while supplies last, Redeemer Lutheran Church curbside, 1101 Washington Blvd. League of Women Voters of Lycoming County meeting, 5 p.m., River Walk Senior Center, 423 E. Central Ave., South Williamsport, or virtually on Zoom. Contact ...