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2 join board of directors for Loyalsock Foundation

Loyalsock Foundation recently announced the addition of local leaders John Yonkin and Jean Ruhf to its board of directors, further strengthening the organization’s leadership as it works to build The Summit: Center for Wellness in Sullivan County, a news release said. Together, Yonkin and Ruhf bring decades of experience in healthcare leadership, strategic planning, tourism, marketing, community engagement, and organizational development to Loyalsock Foundation. John Yonkin served as a commissioned officer in both the active duty U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Reserve. He advises and ...

Senator calls for national commission on robotics

U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pittsburgh, is among a bipartisan group of lawmakers who want to establish a national commission on robotics. On Thursday, McCormick, fellow Republican U.S. Sen. Todd Young, and Democrats John Hickenlooper and Martin Heinrich introduced the National Commission on Robotics Act. The authors of the proposal say that the independent commission would evaluate America’s robotics competitiveness and recommend policies to strengthen U.S. leadership in the field. “Pennsylvania, and Pittsburgh especially, is an incredible hub of robotics talent and demonstrates ...

Leadership changes at New Trail Brewing

New Trail Brewing recently announced an expansion of its executive leadership team as Founder David Hertwig transitions into a more strategic role as CEO and appoints Paul Gephart as president of the company. In his new role, Gephart will oversee sales, marketing, and brewery operations, reporting directly to ownership. The leadership evolution comes during a period of significant momentum for New Trail as the brewery continues to expand its footprint and strengthen its position within the craft beer industry. “Paul has played a tremendous role in the continued growth and success ...

Manufactured homeowners, property owners in limbo as legislation stalls

Legislation designed to protect residents in Pennsylvania’s manufactured home communities has been stalled in committee for a year, leaving homeowners, residents, and the industry itself in limbo. Both sides have concerns, but for different reasons. Residents fear being priced out of their homes without new protections, while property owners view the proposal as rent control, warning it could create financial pressures. The bills were referred to the Republican-majority Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee last June. House Bill 1250, sponsored by Rep. Liz Hanbidge, D-Blue ...

Mel’s Deli & Cafe celebrates 25 years

Mel’s Deli & Cafe has been a mainstay of the area for over two decades, and as the eatery celebrates its 25th anniversary, owner and operator Melony Hartranft looks back on the success of the business and offers a glimpse of what she plans to serve up next. Mel’s originally opened at 45 ...

Williamsport attorneys named to ‘Super Lawyers’ list

Marshall, Parker & Weber, LLC, a local elder law and estate planning firm, recently announced that certified elder law attorney Matthew J. Parker and certified elder law attorney Tammy A. Weber were named to the 2026 Super Lawyers list in the field of elder law by the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers organization. This is the 18th year that Parker has been named to the list and the eighth year for Weber. Elder law, a news release said, is the legal field that concentrates on the circumstances and legal needs of older adults and people with special needs. Elder law includes issues such as ...