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How to mulch your garden beds without harming plants

When you look at your garden beds and borders, do you see any bare soil? If so, mulch is in order. Mulch is defined as a protective layer applied over soil to retain moisture, suppress weeds and moderate soil temperature around plants, as well as in uncultivated areas. But if used ...

Montoursville couple celebrates 55 years

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy S. Shannon, of Montoursville, will observe their 55th wedding anniversary on May 23. They were married by the Rev. Walter Schell at Faith United Methodist Church, Montoursville. Mrs. Shannon, the former Shirley Ellen Schultz, is a native of Rochester, New York. She is ...

Linden couple reaches 50-year mark

Daniel L. and Jean M. Hunter of Level Corner, Linden celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 22, 2026. They were married by Jean’s brother, Dr. Paul Jacobs, at Castanea United Methodist Church. A reception followed in the beautiful backyard garden of Daniel’s parents. Jean ...

Flags of Honor Ceremony to be historic this Sunday

LOCK HAVEN — The 12th annual Flags of Honor display is an official America’s 250th event, and everyone who attends the ceremony this Sunday will receive a free handheld flag for our nation’s historic birthday. Bring a lawn chair and sit among the flags for an expanded program of ...

Fresh Start program turns life around

Last July when Dezmond Reams arrived at the American Rescue Workers (ARW), he sat in the car with his probation officer before going in. It was early evening and there was no one around except for Maezie Williams, administrative assistant. He admits now that he had been nervous about ...

Powwow coming to Forksville for weekend in June

“Bring the family to experience Native American music and dance at the Forksville Powwow,” a news release says. “The 34th annual Forksville Powwow will be held on Father’s Day weekend, June 20-21, 2026, at the Sullivan County Fairgrounds in Forksville.” Gates open at 10 a.m. and Grand Entry is scheduled at noon both days (rain or shine). Veterans and those in active service are honored during opening ceremonies during a Veterans’ dance. Family members are invited to join in this dance honoring their loved ones. On Sunday, bring your father into the Dance Circle for the ...