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State awards safety grants to schools in Lycoming, Tioga counties

Eight nonpublic schools in Lycoming, Tioga and Bradford counties have been awarded nearly $450,000 in Targeted School Safety Grants through Pennsylvania’s School Safety and Security Committee, according to state Sen. Gene Yaw, R-Loyalsock Township. “School safety requires constant attention and preparation,” Yaw said, according to a news release. “These awards will help schools invest in the tools, personnel and programs needed to strengthen security measures and make targeted improvements that support a more productive learning environment.” St. John Neumann High School ...

Annual luthier workshop returning to Williamsport

For the third year in a row, the Pajama Factory is hosting the annual week long gathering of the American Lutherie Institute (ALI) Restoration Workshop the week of June 16. According to a news release from the Pajama Factory, founded and incorporated in 2024, ALI was established to continue the legacy of the internationally renowned violin restoration workshops formerly held at Oberlin College in Ohio. “Following a successful transition to Williamsport in 2024, the Pajama Factory has proven to be an ideal long-term home for this prestigious event,” the news release said. ...

Muncy’s Class of 2026 compared to stained glass

MUNCY – There was almost a garden party-like atmosphere as the Muncy community gathered to celebrate the completion of the Class of 2026’s educational journey at Muncy High School. It was a very warm evening for early June, finding some in the crowd seeking the shade provided by the ...

Hughesville graduates urged to persevere through difficulties

Forever a Spartan, Tyce Shaner wore his bronze medals beneath the gold ones he earned for his cross country and track achievements. The bronze medals were symbolic of the steps he, who also was valedictorian of the Hughesville High School Class of 2026, told classmates, faculty, ...

Montgomery’s Class of 2026 reminded of ‘great responsibility’

As the sun set in the skies of Montgomery, so too did it set on the high school careers of the 73 students who crossed the stage into an uncertain, yet limitless future at the district’s commencement ceremony Friday night. “I had the privilege of working with this group as their high ...

New site approved for MDJ Dieter’s Jersey Shore office

An agreement of sale approved by the Lycoming County Commissioners for a property at 19 Wagner Rd. is the first step in the construction of a new office for Magisterial District Judge Denise Dieter. The agreement was signed with Fish Realty for $347,000 and comes from Act 13 ...