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Brotherhood alliance looking for ‘unsung hero’ nominations

The Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance is seeking the help of the public to nominate individuals in area communities that make a dramatic impact and live a life of service to others without compensation or expecting anything in return. The alliance’s board of directors recognizes that there are many individuals in the community that make a difference in the lives of others and are never acknowledged, nor do they seek recognition for what they do, but do it because of their love of people and great concern for the overall good of mankind. “These UNSUNG HEROES can be found in ...

Library gets grant for bilingual book walk

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., is excited to announce that it has received a $12,445 grant from the Williamsport Lycoming Competitive Grant Cycle through the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania. The grant will fund the installation of a bilingual book walk ...

AIDS Resource named 2024 top-rated nonprofit

AIDS Resource Alliance, Inc. recently announce it has been recognized as a “2024 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading website for community recommendations of charities and nonprofits. According to a news release, the Top-Rated Nonprofit Award is based on the rating and number of reviews that AIDS Resource received from volunteers, donors, community members, and clients. As the largest donation website for nonprofits, GreatNonprofits hosts authentic narratives detailing personal experiences with over 1.8 million charities and nonprofits, making this award an ...

Library opens reservable study room

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., has announced a new reservable Student Study Room available for patron use. According to a news release, the space is in the second-floor teen/tween area and includes a table and chairs for up to 4 people. Wi-Fi is available in the room, and there ...

Wellsboro hosts concert in mid-November

The 76th season of the Wellsboro Community Concert Association will continue with a performance by The Gibson Brothers at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 16 in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts, 104 Main St., Wellsboro. On stage will be the Gibson brothers - Eric on banjo and Leigh on guitar. Both are singers and songwriters. Performing with them will be Eric Barber on bass. “Barber is sometimes called ‘the third Gibson brother.’” a news release said. “He joined the Gibson Brothers band, one of the premier bands in bluegrass, in 1993.” Kelley Gibson, ...

Peter Herdic, Minnequa Springs topic of presentation

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society will host Matthew Carl, speaking on Peter Herdic and the health resort of Minnequa Springs at the Taber Coffee Hour, at 10 a.m., Nov. 14 in its Community Room. The program is free and open to the public. According to a news release, Herdic was a visionary and a key player in the development of Williamsport. Shortly after the Civil War, his attention was drawn to Bradford County where he would build and open a fabulous hotel and health resort along the Northern Central Railroad. This presentation will feature Matthew ...