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Three WAHS student musicians perform at 2025 All-State Festival

Three Williamsport Area High School (WAHS) student musicians performed at the most prestigious music events in the state: the 2025 Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) All-State Festival. William Ciabattari (violin), Robert Leiter (trumpet), and Colton Taylor (string bass) ...

WAHS students excel at regional Model U.N. Convention

Forty-eight students from Williamsport Area High School showcased their diplomatic skills on Friday at the regional Model United Nations convention held at Pennsylvania College of Technology, competing against more than 150 students from 11 area schools. WAHS students earned ...

Student loans in default will be sent for collection. Here’s what to know

NEW YORK (AP) — Starting next month, the Education Department says student loans that are in default will be referred for collections. Roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans and soon could be subject to having their wages garnished. Referrals for ...

Crosscutters to honor area educators in new program

The Williamsport Crosscutters have announced a new initiative that will honor area educators during the 2025 season. The program, All-Star Educators, is presented by EQT and seeks to recognize the invaluable contributions of teachers and school staff in our area. A local education professional, chosen from those nominated by the public, will be honored during every Cutters home game this season. To nominate an individual for the All-Star Educators program, simply fill out the short online nomination form available at Crosscutters.com. Honorees will receive four tickets to a select ...

Renew Arts Academy announces summer camp for aspiring artists, dancers and musicians

Through a local partnership between First Church Williamsport, Saint John’s School of the Arts, and Lycoming College, the Renew Arts Academy in Williamsport is now accepting applications for its inaugural, week-long summer arts experience, July 13-18. Middle school students entering grades 6–8 can participate as commuters, while high school students entering grades 9–12 and recent graduates have the option to either commute or stay on campus. All participants will have the opportunity to explore music, art, and dance in a dynamic, faith-filled environment—offered at an affordable ...