The spongy moth (Lymantria dispar), recently renamed to avoid using a derogatory ethnic term, was one of the most serious insect pests of our eastern forests. It is a native of Europe, Asia and North Africa. A French scientist hoping to produce a new race of silk-producing insects introduced ...
SYDNEY — There was a pivotal moment in Queen Pangke Tabora’s life that eclipsed all others: It was the moment, she says, when she first slid her legs into a mermaid tail. For the transgender Filipina woman approaching middle age, seeing her legs encased in vibrant, scaly-looking neoprene ...
The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., has its fifth Little League trading pin on sale now. The Little League pin, “Book Takes on the Hill,” is the fifth in a series — Chapter 5 — and was designed by Jamie Mahoney, the library’s graphic artist. The pins are $5 each and can ...
Lycoming County is proud to pay tribute to the local women who worked tirelessly in the 19th and early 20th century to win the right to vote. In March of this year, that effort was honored by the Pomeroy Foundation when a historical marker was installed on the front lawn of the YWCA of ...
As its 200th anniversary approaches in 2031, Williamsport’s world-famous Repasz Band continues a robust round of summer concerts with its annual June show at the Brandon Park bandshell, slated for 7 p.m. this Sunday. Under the baton of conductor Jeff Dent, along with assistant conductors ...
MILL HALL — With a score that encapsulates love, lust and betrayal, Millbrook Playhouse officials are excited to open the Ryan Main Stage summer season with this Broadway hit. The beloved Lerner and Loewe musical “Camelot,” reimagined to suit a more intimate audience, has Millbrook’s ...
The Williamsport Music Club’s June program will come to life at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Faxon-Kenmar United Methodist Church, 1301 Clayton Ave., when Scott Schell presents “Fill Our Hearts with Music for Children.” The public is invited to attend free of charge, with a special invitation to ...
The Bald Eagle Art League is happy to present the 65th annual Way’s Garden Art Show, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Check out the artists, take a seat in the sun or recline on the lawn in the shade. The Repasz Band, founded in Williamsport in 1831, and the Shoo-Fly band each will ...
Editor’s Note: Taste the Town is a four-part summer series that will run every other week for four weeks and will feature local restaurants, breweries, wineries, distilleries, cafes and delis to bring the community to try new places that are in their backyard. The following interview with The ...
FAMILY FEATURES — Enjoy flavorful meals straight off the grill this summer with these delicious recipes that put New Zealand grass-fed lamb at the center of your plate. These Endless Summer Grass-Fed Lamb Burgers are topped with a fresh herb salad and juicy tomatoes on brioche buns. Or, ...
Spiralizing zucchini into "noodles" often translates into a wan and watery dish, a poor imitation of the pasta it attempts to emulate. Generally, it's better to let an ingredient shine on its own merits. And for raw zucchini, we didn't need to look far to find a better answer. The Italians ...
Everyone loves a baked potato. At least, I hope everyone loves a baked potato. Try this recipe with a cheesy and herby twist. Baked Potato with Herbed Cottage Cheese Recipe courtesy of the Idaho Potato Commission 2 cups cottage cheese 1/2 cup plain lowfat yogurt 1 tablespoon lemon ...
Harold and Joyce Hershberger will celebrate 60 years of life together on June 30, 2022. United in marriage by the Reverend Frederick Hasskarl, they were married at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Williamsport on June 30, 1962. Joyce Ann (Simpson) Hershberger is the daughter of the late Fred ...
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Specht are celebrating 50 years of marriage. They were married on June 24, 1972, at Christ Lutheran Church in Monroe, Mich. They were married during Hurricane Agnes, and unfortunately the groom’s family from Pennsylvania could not make it to Michigan for the wedding due to ...
Harold and Diane Guiser of South Williamsport celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 23. The couple was set to marry in mid-June 1972 at Immanuel United Church of Christ until Hurricane Agnes curtailed their wedding plans with massive flooding, road closures and a statewide curfew. ...
Jim and Carlene Carpenter of Montgomery are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on June 14, 2022. They were childhood sweethearts since 4th grade. They were married on Flag Day, June 14, 1952, at St. John’s Lutheran Brick Church, Montgomery. They have four children, Lorraine, James, ...
Jonathon Gerardi of Williamsport and Tara Kleppinger of Lewisburg are pleased to announce their engagement. Jonathon is the son of Joseph and Karen Gerardi. He is a graduate of Loyalsock Township High School and received a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Communication Media from Lock Haven ...
McKenzie Ruffing and Cameron Ott, of Montoursville, have announced their engagement. McKenzie is the daughter of Bill and Sheri Ruffing, of Montoursville. McKenzie graduated with honors from Misericordia University with an undergraduate degree in business in 2017 and a doctorate of physical ...
Cassandra Flook and Shane Ridgeway of Montgomery are planning their wedding for Sept. 17, 2022, at Cider Mills at Wyndswept Farms in Muncy. Cassandra is the daughter of Joseph and Terri Flook of Nisbet. She graduated from South Williamsport Area High School in 2011, Lycoming College in 2015 ...
Emma Boyer, of Hughesville, and Cade Devlin, of Bloomsburg, have announced their engagement. Emma is the daughter of Heidi (Sechler) and Mark Boyer, of Hughesville. Emma graduated with honors from the Erie Homeschool Diploma Program and is working towards a bachelor’s degree in ...
Wesley United Methodist Church, Bloomsburg, was the setting on May 21, 2022, for the ceremony uniting Tracy June Stone of Bloomsburg and Donald J. Vannucci Jr. of Williamsport in marriage, with the Rev. Mark Reisinger officiating. Music was provided by Dr. Aaron Stone, vocals and guitar, with ...
An unusual jar of honey and a ripping hot sheet pan were the keys to remaking what too often can be a forgettable side dish — roasted carrots. First, the honey. We’ve seen our fair share of infused varieties, everything from ginger and saffron to lavender and matcha green tea. Most ...
Jillian Jackson and Justin Ruiz, both of Charlotte, N.C., were united in marriage on July 10, 2021 at 2 p.m. It was a warm summer day with an abundance of sunshine. The ceremony was held at Messiah Lutheran Church in South Williamsport with Pastor Maurice Frontz officiating with a reception ...
On Oct. 10, 2021, Stacy Bower, daughter of Paul and Stella Bower, South Williamsport, and Jeremy Steppe, son of James and Debra Steppe, South Williamsport, were united in marriage. The ceremony and reception were both held at Immaculate Conception Church with Father Bert Kozen ...
AmeriCorps Seniors has partnered with Diakon Community Services in Clinton, Lycoming, Union and Snyder counties to offer the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). They are committed to preserving public and private lands, as well as restoring waterways for natural habitats through ...
“I still love him,” says Jackie Poplaski of her husband, Louis, of 71 years with a smile. The pair reside at Valley View Rehab & Nursing Center in Montoursville and recently reflected on their years together. Louis was fresh out of the Army, after serving during World War II, when he ...
Q.. Our grandchildren will be spending a lot of time at our new swimming pool, and although I am excited to have them over, I am also concerned about their swimming safety. What can I do to prevent a drowning? A. Knowing and practicing swimming safety steps save lives. For many of us ...
Q. My husband and I will be driving to our vacation destination and plan to take our dog and cat. What can we do so our pets travel safely? A. For most of us, our pets are part of our family. They provide unconditional love and petting a cat or dog has been shown to reduce stress. Some people ...
METRO — People ready to “pop the question” may wonder about the right way to initiate an engagement proposal. Because a marriage proposal is such a memorable moment in a couples’ lives together, those doing the proposing often go to great lengths to ensure things go smoothly. Add a ...
METRO — Engagement rings are often sizable investments. Money magazine reports the average engagement ring costs around $5,800. An engagement ring symbolizes the start of a lifelong commitment and may even set the tone for a couple’s wedding day. Jewelry styles are personal, and ...
Jordan and Bekka Truax, of Hughesville, were married on May 18, 2019, by Rev. Tom Brokaw at The Shultz Mansion in Montoursville. The Truax’s love story began on Sept. 10, 2017. Though, the couple met one another two years prior through mutual friends. Every love story is unique to each ...
During wedding season, love is in bloom and brides and grooms are planning their weddings. One decision on their checklist of things to do is to figure out floral arrangements. To help simplify this task, M. Melissa Null-Iseley, owner and designer of Nevills Flowers, and Janet Johns, owner of ...
Thanksgiving, in a broader sense, to my family has always been about getting together around the table, being thankful to see one another and to eat some good food. To me, the food is just ice cream on my aunt’s famous apple pie, the real treat is getting to see my family together. It’s ...
MILTON — Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, The Milton Model Train Museum will have military-themed trains running and other military items on display in the lobby of the museum. The Milton Model Train Museum, 139 South Front St., third floor, will be open for the ...
Traditions, by their very nature, don’t tend to be unique or especially memorable in the moment, but perhaps in repetition they do become special. As such, I look back fondly at my time spent there. It was usually after a fair bit of eye-rolling and feet dragging that I found myself at my ...
In Lycoming County, 12.7 percent of the population struggles with food insecurity, said Carla Fisher, communication and marketing director for the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, 3301 Wahoo Drive. Of that percentage, 6,663 are children, 1,432 are seniors and 426 are military, according to ...
This year, the 9-11 Memorial Ride in Lycoming County plans to continue into its third decade what has become a roaring memorial. And organizers are planning on how they can stay true to their mantra of “Never Forget.” “We are looking for new blood. For those of us who have been at this ...
Jason Schoonmaker’s JS Customs has been customizing and repairing motorcycles since 2008. In 2019, the shop moved out of Schoonmaker’s garage to their present location in western Lycoming County at 221 Seminary Street in Jersey Shore. While they see their fair share of Harleys, JS Customs ...
Kurtz Motorsports has been around for 50 years, so the business is no stranger to the ups and downs of the biking world. And Kurtz is incredibly busy. “We are seeing a lot of young adults who are buying motorcycles, especially with the cost of gas right now. We see a lot in their late ...
In 2011, a group of motorcycle friends had a vision to create an organization where 100% of all funds raised went directly to helping kids in need, and so it was that Penitent Souls Children's Foundation was born. Flip Phillips, president, and Tim Cresswell, vice president, set out on a mission ...
Avenue Bookstore’s opening is a win not only for downtown Lock Haven, but also for independent bookstores across the United States. The once endangered species of independent bookstores is now bouncing back and Avenue is proof. “There's a real movement toward supporting small. There ...
Orlando’s Restaurant, once known simply as Orlie’s, first opened its doors in April 1962. Now celebrating its 60th, the family-owned business is just starting to plan events to celebrate its anniversary. Orlando Noviello opened the original Orlie’s at 33 North Main Street in Muncy. ...
The job title “riverkeeper” could quite possibly be the coolest title ever and the duties attached to it aren’t too shabby either. Protecting our waterways, confronting polluters, producing CDs, and educating youth are just some of the responsibilities John Zaktansky has taken on as the ...
According to Clinton County Historical Society’s president, tour guide and area historian extraordinaire Bonnie Hannis, the little red wagon is her favorite display awaiting visitors at the Heisey Museum in Lock Haven. With all of the wonderfully old and almost sacred looking objects of ...