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Hope Enterprises recognized by state program with ‘tier’ status

Business August 15, 2026

Hope Enterprises recently announced it has achieved Select Tier status through the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs’ (ODP) Performance-Based Contracting (PBC) Provider Tier system, recognizing the organization as one of the Commonwealth’s highest-performing providers of residential services for people with intellectual disabilities and autism. According to a news release, the ODP Provider Tier system evaluates residential providers on key measures of quality, workforce development, compliance, and person-centered outcomes. Providers are recognized in one of three ...

‘More at ease’: Williamsport firefighters establish foundation to address concerns

News August 15, 2026

Every day, members of the Williamsport Bureau of Fire (WBF) step forward to protect their community. But for these 37-some firefighters the invisible danger of inhalation and exposure to toxic chemicals, racing toward vehicle accidents, responding to boating accidents and natural disasters, ...

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center welcomes medical director, radiation oncologist

Health August 15, 2026

UPMC welcomes Brett Lewis, M.D., medical director and radiation oncologist, to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center team in Williamsport. “Dr. Lewis brings the depth of leadership and clinical expertise that is essential to advancing radiation oncology services for patients in north central ...

Annual Grand Slam Parade welcomes Little Leaguers, families and World Series spectators to Williamsport on Tuesday

News August 15, 2026

The City of Williamsport is getting set for the crowds to greet the 20-teams playing in the 79th Little League World Series in the 20th Little League Grand Slam Slam Parade in the heart of the city Tuesday. Also, look for retired Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres first baseman Steve ...

Lawmaker notes nearly $1 million coming to Lycoming County schools

News August 15, 2026

State Rep. Jamie Flick, R-South Williamsport, recently announced several schools in his legislative district will receive nearly $1 million to make learning environments safer and provide behavioral health support for students and staff. The grants were approved through the state Commission ...

Pa. election 2026: Where governor candidates Garrity and Shapiro stand on data centers

News August 14, 2026

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Republican Stacy Garrity is trying to ...