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Grammy-winning fiddler Browyn kicks off Weis Center’s season

LEWISBURG — According to a press release, the Weis Center will kick off its new season with bluegrass and Americana artist Bronwyn at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 11 in the Weis Center Concert Hall. Bronwyn is renowned as a prolific instrumentalist, earning two International Bluegrass Music ...

Billtown’s Notre Dame Club turns 30

The Notre Dame Club of Greater Williamsport began as a booster club in May of 1996. Established by three local men, Gene Riedy, Don Dooris and John Slattery “who envisioned an outlet for alumni and subway alum to support the University of Notre Dame,” a news release said. “The purpose of the club is to bring together all interested persons who support the University of Notre Dame and believe in its principles, Christian life, education and athletic programs.” The clubs first meeting was held at the old Joey’s Place 505 Washington Blvd., which is now 505 Restaurant. The club ...

New Love Center opens pop-up pantry at church

LOCK HAVEN -- A new partnership between the New Love Center and Big Woods Bible Church is bringing more than a traditional food pantry to the community -- it is bringing a source of fresh, nutritious food and support for local families with their newest mobile pantry location. The monthly ...

$4,000 grant to plant native species

Loyalsock Foundation recently announced that it is the recipient of a $4,000 Healing the Planet grant from The GIANT Company, known locally as Giant and Martin’s and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful to encourage the planting of more native species in local communities. According to a news release, Loyalsock Foundation will use the funding to remove invasive honeysuckle at the entrance to The Summit: Center for Wellness in Laporte and replace it with native Pennsylvania mountain laurel and rhododendron shrubs. The mountain laurel and rhododendron will create a natural landscape to support ...