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Library to host genealogy program

The James V. Brown Library, 19 East Fourth Street, is adding a Beginner’s Genealogy program to its free program offerings in an effort to make genealogy research less intimidating and more accessible. Beginning genealogy researchers in Lycoming County have many resources available to them through the Lycoming County Genealogical Society, the James V. Brown Library, and free online databases. This program is for anyone who wants to learn how to utilize these resources to find more information on their family history. The program will also discuss best practices for paper and online ...

‘Dancing with the Stars’ visits Billtown

The temperature may have been cold outside, but inside the Journey Bank Community Arts Center, the energy was electric as the Dancing with the Stars Live tour took the stage before a sold-out crowd. The evening began with a high-octane opening number, giving each professional dancer a moment ...

4-Hers learn about arts

Three 4-H members from Lycoming County participated in the Northeast Regional Expressive Arts Adventure Camp. This event was open to 4-H members ages 8 to 18 years old in Bradford, Carbon, Clinton, Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Lycoming, Monroe, Montour, Northumberland, Pike, Potter, Snyder, ...

Mill Hall student joins State Council

During its recent 2026 Pennsylvania 4-H State Leadership Conference, a Mill Hall native was named to its State Council Team. Adelaide Miller, a first-year student at Pennsylvania College of Technology, was among eight 4-Hers from around the state to be named to the council. According to a news release, more than 300 Pennsylvania 4-H youth gathered to network and enhance their leadership skills during the conference held Jan. 31-Feb. 2 at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center in State College. The event featured leadership-oriented workshops and recognizing Pennsylvania 4-H ...

Third annual jazz fest coming

The Williamsport City Jazz Orchestra will present its annual WCJO Jazz Fest on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 27 and 28. According to a news release, this year’s event features the return of world-class guest artist Mike Tomaro for a dynamic weekend of performances, clinics, and celebrations of local musical excellence. All activities take place at the Trachte Music Center on the Lycoming College campus. “Mike Tomaro is a highly sought-after saxophonist, composer, arranger, clinician, and adjudicator,” the news release said. “He recently retired as director of jazz studies at ...

How to use fireplace ashes in gardens

With record cold gripping much of North America this winter, many who find themselves with an abundance of fireplace ashes are wondering whether they can use them in the garden. Wood ashes from burned untreated wood can be beneficial for your plants — but with a few caveats. Ashes ...