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State Senate hopes to sweeten AI deals

(The Center Square) - When it comes to artificial intelligence - and the data centers required to power it - Pennsylvania has been full steam ahead. Eagerness to capitalize on the growing industry has been a rare point of agreement between Democrats and Republicans in the state. That eagerness is reflected in a bipartisan Senate bill “fast tracking” data center development. On Tuesday, however, one of the bill’s cosponsors, Democratic Sen. Marty Flynn, Scranton, announced an amendment responding to public concerns about the technology’s rapid proliferation. A press release ...

Engineering firm announces hiring of municipal planner

Entech Engineering Inc recently announced the hiring of John E. Lavelle III. He joins our team as a municipal planner, expanding Entech’s ability to deliver services to our municipal clients. Lavelle is based in the Williamsport area. With 19 years of experience in community planning, Lavelle has served in various capacities at the Lycoming County Department of Planning and Community Development, most recently as deputy director. At Entech, he will focus on assisting our clients with subdivision and zoning needs including ordinance review and amendment processing, floodplain ...

Education trust fund proposed to replace school property taxes

(The Center Square) – A new solution for Pennsylvania’s perennial struggle over education funding began circulating in the Legislature on Wednesday. This time, Republican Rep. Jason Ortitay, who represents a district southwest of Pittsburgh, wants to establish the Pennsylvania Education Endowment Fund using one-time state asset sales, expanded natural gas drilling on leased lands, a share of gambling revenue, public-private partnerships and investment returns from state bonds. Altogether, Ortitay says the fund’s value will grow enough to replace all $16 billion collected from ...

Attorneys at Williamsport office named to ‘best lawyers’ list

Marshall, Parker and Weber, LLC recently announced that managing principal Tammy A. Weber and principal Matthew J. Parker have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America 2026 Edition, “an honor that recognizes their continued leadership in both Elder Law and Trusts and Estates,” a news release said. “By bringing this nationally recognized distinction to Williamsport, MPW continues to deliver award-winning legal service rooted in experience, trust, and local commitment,” the news release continued. “This dual recognition speaks not only to their ...

Real estate office presents awards to 2

Kevin Hodrick, broker, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodrick Realty, recently announced the Williamsport office monthly awards for July 2025. The award for the sales associate with top production in listings was presented to Betsy Bjorkman and the sales award went to Kelly Annicelli. “These agents take the time to understand their clients’ specific circumstances to provide advice, supply current information on market trends, and local insights that will allow them to make the right decision,” Hodrick said. “We are happy to have these individuals on our team.” “In ...

Solar panels that fit on balconies, decks are gaining traction

When Terrence Dwyer received a knock on his door and a flyer for a solar panel system small enough to fit on his deck, he was quickly sold. Solar systems that plug into regular wall outlets have been popular in Europe for years and are gaining traction in the U.S. for their affordability and ...