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Williamsport couple celebrates 70 years

Mr. and Mrs. James R. Coleman, Sr., of Williamsport, observed their 70th wedding anniversary on February 24th. They were married by Army Chaplain CJ Lively, Jr., in the chapel at Fort Jackson, SC. Mrs. Coleman is a native of Williamsport and a graduate of Williamsport Area High School. In ...

Indie music front and center at Winter Wind Down Fest

They are the DIY musicians, poets and artists performing in venues and more intimate gatherings across the country. Their names may not be familiar to those outside the indie music scene but they have a loyal following and many of them are headed to Williamsport this weekend for the Winter ...

‘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 ...

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 ...

Lycoming County council wins state award

County Council is a group of teens that meet monthly developing leadership and other essential life skills that will prepare them for their futures. County Council members meet monthly to set goals, plan and lead local events, promote and advocate for 4-H, and participate in conferences such ...