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Outdoors community calendar for week of June 23

TROUT OF HYNER RUN WHERE: Hyner Run State Park WHEN: Friday, July 3 at 3:30 p.m. NOTES: Join the park naturalist and learn about the different types of trout of Hyner Run. Afterwards, we may have some time to share fish stories. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. The program may be modified or canceled in the event of severe weather or new community guidelines. Those interested should meet at the pool. FIREFLIES WHERE: Hyner Run State Park WHEN: Friday, July 3 at 8:30 p.m. NOTES: Join the park naturalist to learn about fireflies and why they ...

Teen charged after alleged stabbing in Jersey Shore

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on assault-related charges after stabbing another teenager with a box cutter on Sunday afternoon in the 100 block of Broad Street, Lycoming Regional police said. The injured 17-year-old male suffered lacerations to his upper body, including one to his neck, ...

Motorcyclist killed in Friday crash identified as Maryland resident

A 65-year-old motorcyclist from out of state was killed Friday night in a one-vehicle crash on the Warrensville Road off-ramp of Interstate 180 East, just west of the Montoursville borough line in Loyalsock Township, the Lycoming County deputy coroner said. Late Sunday night, the Lycoming ...

Discover the fascinating world of moths this Friday

Step into the wonderful world of moths with The Summit: Center for Wellness. This Friday at 9:30 p.m. at The Summit in Laporte there will be a free evening program dedicated to observing and learning about these remarkable nighttime insects. Led by Cheryl Metcalf of the Tunbridge Conservation Commission in Vermont, this family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to observe and learn about moths. Participants will have the chance to see moths up close and learn about their important role in local ecosystems. Using a scientific technique known as light sheeting, participants ...

Williamsport man charged with simple assault

Jesse Tillison, 36, of 652 Second St., Williamsport, has been charged with simple assault and harassment after he allegedly struck an alleged victim with a closed face and kicked her while she was on the ground, according to an affidavit. The alleged victim’s face appeared red with a scrape ...