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Campground to host Kids Safety Day

Hidden Creek Campground will host their Safe Kids fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, according to a news release from state trooper Lauren Lesher. The event is free and open to the public. Children attending the event will have the opportunity to ‘Touch a Truck,’ during which they can explore real emergency vehicles, including fire trucks, and get the chance to speak with first responders, the release said. Local K-9 units will be on-hand, as will Baltimore Life, who will be fingerprinting children as part of their child safety kits, and free bike helmets ...

Museum offers free tours for library cardholders

As part of the James V. Brown Library’s Summer Learning Program, the World of Little League Museum will offer free tours on Sundays during the eight-week program. Each Sunday from now through August 3rd, the World of Little League Museum, 525 Montgomery Pike (U.S. 15) in South Williamsport will offer free admission to Lycoming County residents who show their Library card. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tours through the museum are self-paced, usually lasting 60 to 90 minutes. “We are excited to partner again this year with the Museum to offer an activity on a day in ...

Rotary’s regional district to install local woman as governor

The Williamsport Rotary Club will host the Rotary District 7360 Governor installation ceremony at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 29 at the Williamsport Holiday Inn. The lunch and installation will be followed by dessert at the Little League Museum. Dawn Linn, Williamsport Rotary member, will be stalled as the new District 7360 governor. The district includes 67 clubs with over 2080 members in parts of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. According to a news release, Linn has a long history of serving our community and Rotary. She was CEO of the YWCA Northcentral PA from 2017 to January ...

Riverfest coming to region

LOCKPORT — The Woodward Township Board of Supervisors hope for good weather as they make the final preparations for Riverfest 2025. Though the event is a little earlier than in previous years, everyone has worked hard to bring attendees a fun and memorable experience. Riverfest will kick ...

Library to host color run

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., will host a free Family Color Run on Saturday, June 28th from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm. at Old Lycoming Park, 1951 Green Ave. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or enjoy a leisurely jog or walk, this event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Brightly colored powder will be showered on participants at different color stations throughout the course. There will be music to get runners warmed up, and healthy snacks and crafts available after participants cross the finish line. This is a one-mile fun run on the paved walking path in Old ...

Museum releases book on railroads

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society has recently reprinted Thomas T. Taber III’s book “Short-Line Steam in Pennsylvania.” The book has been out of print. According to Taber’s foreword, “This album of 180 historic and, with few exceptions, ...