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Council OKs deal for plan reviews

The City of Williamsport authorized agreements between itself and Barry Isett for general engineering services and for handling subdivision and land development plan reviews. Mayor Derek Slaughter said this agreement on engineering will be on an as-needed basis for technical specialty ...

WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday

As Robert L. Crouse, Jr. turned 100 years old on August 31, he was surrounded by 75 family members and friends at the United Methodist Church in South Williamsport. Crouse also had something else to celebrate. He is a World War II veteran, whose service preserved America’s freedoms so the ...

Hope Foundation’s board of directors has new chair

The Hope Foundation, Inc., which drives funding in support of people with diverse abilities, has named James J. Dinsmore as chair of its board of directors, effective July 1. As board chair, Dinsmore will lead the foundation’s volunteer board of directors in advancing its mission to enhance lives through philanthropy, community partnerships, and strategic support of Hope Enterprises, Inc., a news release said. Dinsmore has been an active member of The Hope Foundation Board, Golf Committee, and has demonstrated a strong commitment to expanding opportunities for individuals with ...

Lycoming County commissioners excited about new airline

It was another short agenda for the Lycoming County Commissioners this week as they took the extra time that offered to tout the new air service that was announced this week at the Williamsport Regional Airport. At a mid-week unveiling it was revealed that Contour Airlines will be offering ...

Center for Independent Living hosts picnic at South Williamsport park

They may not yet have a building to call their home, but they have a strong community network and celebrated that Friday with a lunch-style picnic with food and fun games and activities at South Williamsport Community Park. The picnic, attended by three Lycoming County commissioners, was ...

US adds 162,000 jobs in August

The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, a stark improvement from previous months, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate remained at 4.1% during the month. The food service industry and local government education drove job gains in August as ...