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WSO season finale to feature music of Purcell, Britten and Brahms

Life May 7, 2026

The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra is set to present its season finale, “Orchestral Wonders,” at 7:30 p.m. May 19 at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center, a press release said. The show will feature the music of Henry Purcell, Benjamin Britten and Johannes Brahms. “Journey through three centuries of orchestral brilliance, from the stately elegance of the English Baroque to the expressive grandeur of Romantic symphonic writing,” said the release. “Beginning with a regal dance, continuing with a vivid musical storybook for orchestra, and culminating in a masterwork of ...

Saint John’s School of the Arts announces 2026 spring recital schedule

Life May 7, 2026

Every spring, Saint John’s School of the Arts joins the community to celebrate the dedication and growth of its young artists. That tradition is more special than ever this year, as Saint John’s kicks off its 2026 Spring Recital Series in honor of the school’s 30th anniversary. ...

Beatles, Rolling Stones tribute show returning to Williamsport

Life May 7, 2026

The debate between the Beatles and the Rolling Stones has been going on ever since they first crossed paths on the charts 61 years ago. The argument at the time, and one that still persists, was that the Beatles were a pop group and the Stones were a rock band. It was the boys next door versus ...

Couple celebrates 50 years of marriage

Anniversaries May 2, 2026

Stanley and Cindy Lisowski of 3150 Cherry Flats Road, Covington, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on May 1. They were married by Reverend Bernard Toloczko at Annunciation Church, Williamsport. Cindy is the daughter of the late Thomas O. Miller and Carol A. Weisenburger. Stanley ...

Funeral home gives grant to summer recreation

Life May 2, 2026

The Wayne P. Urbine Funeral Home, 408 S. Main St., Jersey Shore, presented the Jersey Shore Summer Recreation department with a $1,000 grant on behalf of the funeral home and the Matthew’s Children’s Foundation. According to a news release, the Matthew’s Children’s Foundation is a ...

‘Founding Father’ to visit museum

Life May 2, 2026

The public is invited to meet Benjamin Franklin, making a rare appearance at the Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society at 4 p.m., May 16. “Mr. Franklin will appear courtesy of America250 with grant monies from the Lycoming County Visitors’ Bureau Travel and ...