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$4 million in grants coming to Lycoming County area

News July 18, 2026

Some $4 million in state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grants were awarded to Pennsylvania College of Technology, Lycoming County and Textron. Pennsylvania College of Technology, Williamsport, received $1.5 million for construction at the Schneebeli Earth Science Center in Clinton Township to allow expansion and enhancement of the college’s diesel, heavy construction and electric power generation technician degrees. Textron, LLC, Williamsport, received $1.5 million for its Lycoming Engines Building 2 refurbishment project, including an electrical system upgrade, ...

Footsteps to Follow: Where is God?

News July 18, 2026

God is right where you left Him. He is waiting for you with open arms. Yes, our world today holds much uncertainty and a lack of security. Sad to say, but even some churches are divided. To reunite, you need to let go of your pride. Acknowledge that you don’t have to do it your way. Submit ...

Law firm retained over Muncy Township leadership's alleged ‘Sunshine’ violations

News July 18, 2026

Muncy Township officials facing allegations of Sunshine Act violations by a township resident retained services of a southeastern Pennsylvania law firm which recently filed preliminary objections in the civil case in Lycoming County Court. The preliminary objections filed by Siana Law of Chester Springs, a community near West Chester, related to the lawsuit by township resident Cori Cotner against the township Board of Supervisors, the township’s planning commission, Supervisors Terri L. Lauchle, chair, and Denise B. Artley, vice chair, and planning commission member Lawrence Spatz, ...

UPMC expert: Staying healthy during summer travel

Health July 18, 2026

Summer is one of the busiest times of year for travel. Whether heading to the beach, visiting family, camping, taking a cruise, or traveling internationally, a little planning can help prevent common illnesses that can quickly derail a trip. While many travel-related illnesses are mild, some ...

Williamsport Regional Airport terminal building issue heads to mediation

News July 18, 2026

The Williamsport Municipal Airport Authority at its recent monthly meeting approved a mediation agreement between the airport and contractors involved with construction of the terminal building. The mediation process, to include Lobar, Inc. and Murray Associates Architects, is to take place ...

Limited options: Lawmaker explains role township ordinances will play in data center development

News July 17, 2026

PENNSDALE — The residents of Muncy Township may have come to hear their state representative, Joe Hamm, tell them that the state could do something to keep a data center from locating in their area, but what they heard was, you can’t keep them out — but the people and local officials ...