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Jun 18, 2013
Jersey Shore board shuts doors at Nippenose Valley Elementary
JERSEY SHORE - When schools open across the county in about two months for the start of a new school year there will be one less building as the Jersey Shore Area School Board voted Monday to close Nippenose Valley Elementary School.
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JERSEY SHORE - When schools open across the county in about two months for the start of a new school year there will be one less building as the Jersey Shore Area School Board voted Monday to close Nippenose Valley Elementary School.
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Jun 18, 2013
3 local attractions share $237,500 in grant monies
More than $235,000 in grants from the Lycoming County Visitors Bureau to three city organizations was announced Monday afternoon at Bowman Field, the site where one of the grants will be used.
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More than $235,000 in grants from the Lycoming County Visitors Bureau to three city organizations was announced Monday afternoon at Bowman Field, the site where one of the grants will be used.
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Jun 18, 2013
Logue Bridge name change awaits governor's signature
Legislation to officially name a Lycoming County bridge was approved Monday in the state Senate. House Bill 987, sponsored by state Rep.
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Legislation to officially name a Lycoming County bridge was approved Monday in the state Senate. House Bill 987, sponsored by state Rep.
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Jun 18, 2013
Homemade Days back in Brandon Park
After a couple of years at Susquehanna State Park along the banks of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, Homemade Days is back in Brandon Park, and at least one of the artists who hand-crafts unique items for sale is glad for the change.
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After a couple of years at Susquehanna State Park along the banks of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, Homemade Days is back in Brandon Park, and at least one of the artists who hand-crafts unique items for sale is glad for the change.
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Jun 18, 2013
Senior housing plan is going to City Council
The city Planning Commission Monday took up land development proposals dealing with the need to find affordable housing for senior citizens and two projects involving recycling.
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The city Planning Commission Monday took up land development proposals dealing with the need to find affordable housing for senior citizens and two projects involving recycling.
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Jun 17, 2013
Noteworthy: Monday, June 17, 2013
Officials of the Wheelchair Engineers program at the Columbia Mall have announced a change in the day of the program and its hours.
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Officials of the Wheelchair Engineers program at the Columbia Mall have announced a change in the day of the program and its hours.
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Jun 15, 2013
Judge seals Best settlement details
A federal judge has approved a request to seal the settlement agreement reached by former Northumberland County chief clerk and solicitor Kymberley Best in a lawsuit against the county over her firing.
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A federal judge has approved a request to seal the settlement agreement reached by former Northumberland County chief clerk and solicitor Kymberley Best in a lawsuit against the county over her firing.
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Jun 14, 2013
June 14, 2013
Police swarmed to an area of West Fourth Street in Williamsport yesterday for a deadly shooting.
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Police swarmed to an area of West Fourth Street in Williamsport yesterday for a deadly shooting.
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Jun 13, 2013
Police Probe Shooting on West Fourth & Rose Street In Williamsport
Williamsport, Lycoming County- A shooting investigation underway in Lycoming County.
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Williamsport, Lycoming County- A shooting investigation underway in Lycoming County.
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Jun 13, 2013
PennDOT to Host Public Meeting for Route 220 Access Management Study
PennDOT Engineering District 3-0 will host a public meeting for the Route 220 Access Management Study at the Woodward Township Volunteer Fire Company on Tuesday, June 25, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The access management study is being conducted for the Route 220 corridor in Piatt and Woodward townships from just west of Route 287 to the West Fourth ... (more)
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PennDOT Engineering District 3-0 will host a public meeting for the Route 220 Access Management Study at the Woodward Township Volunteer Fire Company on Tuesday, June 25, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The access management study is being conducted for the Route 220 corridor in Piatt and Woodward townships from just west of Route 287 to the West Fourth ... (more)
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Jun 13, 2013
State Police Seek Assistance From Motorists in High Speed Pursuit Incident
Montoursville State Police Seek Assistance From Motorists in High Speed Pursuit Incident - Montoursville State Police would like to identify any motorists who encountered a vehicle involved in last week's pursuit in Lycoming County.
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Montoursville State Police Seek Assistance From Motorists in High Speed Pursuit Incident - Montoursville State Police would like to identify any motorists who encountered a vehicle involved in last week's pursuit in Lycoming County.
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Jun 13, 2013
Severe Thunderstorm Watch through 11AM
The NWS has issued a severe Thunderstorm Watch for our entire area until 11AM. Main threats include damaging winds and hail, with a small tornado threat.
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The NWS has issued a severe Thunderstorm Watch for our entire area until 11AM. Main threats include damaging winds and hail, with a small tornado threat.
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Jun 11, 2013
I, an American patriot, was singled out at airport security
My name is Barbara L. Smith . I am a law-abiding citizen. I have never been arrested for any crime, no DUI, no personal assault, no petty theft.
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My name is Barbara L. Smith . I am a law-abiding citizen. I have never been arrested for any crime, no DUI, no personal assault, no petty theft.
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Jun 10, 2013
Attempted homicide suspect arrested in Williamsport
Dante Jones was picked up by Williamsport Police. He faces charges after an incident May 28th at a home on Jordan Ave. in Montoursville.
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Dante Jones was picked up by Williamsport Police. He faces charges after an incident May 28th at a home on Jordan Ave. in Montoursville.
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Jun 09, 2013
Lost Lincoln document found at central Pa. college
In this Tuesday, June 4, 2013, photo, a certificate signed by Abraham Lincoln is displayed in the Lycoming College archives in Williamsport, Pa.
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In this Tuesday, June 4, 2013, photo, a certificate signed by Abraham Lincoln is displayed in the Lycoming College archives in Williamsport, Pa.
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Jun 07, 2013
Juvenile Charged With Alleged Terroristic Threats in Jackson Township
Juvenile Charged With Alleged Terroristic Threats in Jackson Township - State police from Montoursville charged a male juvenile with disorderly conduct, allegedly harassment and terrorist threats following an incident in Trout Run earlier this week.
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Juvenile Charged With Alleged Terroristic Threats in Jackson Township - State police from Montoursville charged a male juvenile with disorderly conduct, allegedly harassment and terrorist threats following an incident in Trout Run earlier this week.
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Jun 07, 2013
June 7, 2013
United States Marshals have caught the man who led Williamsport and other police agencies on a high speed chase through Williamsport and escaping into a wooded area Wednesday night in Lycoming County.
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United States Marshals have caught the man who led Williamsport and other police agencies on a high speed chase through Williamsport and escaping into a wooded area Wednesday night in Lycoming County.
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Jun 06, 2013
With community's help, Lorson continues his fight against cancer
Nick Lorson is still optimistic despite almost three years of cancer treatment. "You have to stay upbeat," he said in a telephone interview.
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Nick Lorson is still optimistic despite almost three years of cancer treatment. "You have to stay upbeat," he said in a telephone interview.
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Jun 06, 2013
Man Arrested Following Chase, Manhunt
At one point, investigators said Millard Beatty III tried to hit an officer with the car he was driving and another officer opened fire on him only to have Beatty slip away into the woods.
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At one point, investigators said Millard Beatty III tried to hit an officer with the car he was driving and another officer opened fire on him only to have Beatty slip away into the woods.
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Jun 06, 2013
Search is on For Suspects Who Took 'Porky' from Rochester Restaurant
Two customers at a popular barbecue restaurant had more than just sticky lips Sunday, and now the search for "Porky the Cast Iron Pig" is on.
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Two customers at a popular barbecue restaurant had more than just sticky lips Sunday, and now the search for "Porky the Cast Iron Pig" is on.
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Jun 05, 2013
Travel advisories issued for Routes 6 and 15, S. Main St. in Towanda
The Pennsylvania department of Transportation issued several travel advisories Wednesday: * The contractor for the Route 15 safety improvement project on the Montgomery Pike near South Williamsport will be moving the temporary concrete barriers and switching traffic patterns on Thursday and Friday to start the next phase of construction.
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The Pennsylvania department of Transportation issued several travel advisories Wednesday: * The contractor for the Route 15 safety improvement project on the Montgomery Pike near South Williamsport will be moving the temporary concrete barriers and switching traffic patterns on Thursday and Friday to start the next phase of construction.
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Jun 05, 2013
5 things to know for Tuesday in Pa. news
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories that will be talked about in Pennsylvania on Wednesday.
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Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories that will be talked about in Pennsylvania on Wednesday.
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Jun 05, 2013
Fight leads to felony charges
A Lycoming County man faces multiple felony charges stemming from his alleged involvement in a physical altercation involving a gun at the Sheetz store in Lewistown on New Year's Eve, according to court documents.
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A Lycoming County man faces multiple felony charges stemming from his alleged involvement in a physical altercation involving a gun at the Sheetz store in Lewistown on New Year's Eve, according to court documents.
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Jun 05, 2013
Suit settled between roofing company, former employees
The lawsuit between a former employee and a local roofing company has been settled in U.S. District Court, according to court documents.
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The lawsuit between a former employee and a local roofing company has been settled in U.S. District Court, according to court documents.
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Jun 05, 2013
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I have always dreamed of standing on Omaha Beach on a rainy and cold morning at low tide, standing by the edge of the water and looking inward.
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I have always dreamed of standing on Omaha Beach on a rainy and cold morning at low tide, standing by the edge of the water and looking inward.
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