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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 ...

Repasz Band celebrates national milestone with summer concerts

In 2031, Williamsport’s world-famous Repasz Band will celebrate its 200th year of continuous existence; but in the meantime this year, the local ensemble honors yet another anniversary—America’s 250th—with a robust slate of concerts in June, July and August. According to a news ...

Muncy Township Supervisor signs plan, is released from prison

Less than 24 hours after she was led from the court room in handcuffs for contempt of court, Muncy Township Supervisor Terri Lauchle has been released from the Lycoming County Prison, having signed the lot consolidation plan which up until she has refused to do. Muncy Township Supervisor ...

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 ...

UPMC support staff honored with BEE awards

Eight staff members from across UPMC in North Central Pa. were recently recognized with the BEE Award for their outstanding support of nursing teams. The BEE Award, meaning Be Extraordinary Every Day, recognizes the care team that supports nursing staff to provide patients with the compassion ...

Footsteps to Follow: God’s timing, not ours

One of the Revised Common Lectionary’s Old Testament lessons in June is on Abram and Sarai. If the Lord told you to do something, would you do it if you were 75 years of age? How about if God told you to pack up all your possessions and go where he tells you to go and stay in tents? I ...