Release – December 18, 2025. HARRISBURG, PA – The “Dads Defending Daughters” group of legislators issued the following statement after majority Democrats on the House Education Committee again avoided a vote to protect women’s sports. Specifically, the committee voted to re-refer the dads’ bill, House Bill 1849, along with another Fairness in Women’s Sports bill, House […]
Commonwealth University Release – December 18, 2025 PENNSYLVANIA – Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania and SUNY Corning Community College have announced an enhanced partnership that streamlines the transfer process for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree. The agreement provides SUNY CCC graduates direct entry to the Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield campuses of Commonwealth University with full
HARRISBURG, PA – Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) is pleased to announce more than $5.7 million has been awarded to nonprofits serving residents in Lycoming and Union counties. The money comes from the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP), a tax credit initiative that encourages businesses to invest in projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life for
Crary Hose Company Release – December 17, 2025. WESTFIELD, PA – The Crary Hose Company based in Westfield recently held their elections for their 2026 Officers. Line OfficersFire Chief: William Goltz1st Asst Chief: Brent Skelton2nd Asst Chief: Marty Heyler3rd Asst Chief: Kyle MackFire Police Captain: Mike James Executive OfficersPresident: Andrew AdamsVice President: Todd StreeterTreasurer: Steve
Pamela Joy DeRemer, age 68, of Arnot, PA, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport Hospital surrounded by her entire family. She was born on Saturday, July 20, 1957, in Blossburg, PA, a daughter of Cobb and Margaret (Lanterman) Lawson. Pamela was married to James Harry DeRemer. She was a volunteer EMT
Michael Anthony Hinder, age 75, of Liberty, PA, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1950, in Scranton, PA, a son of Alfred and Dorothy (Faulkner) Hinder. Michael was the husband of Cynthia (Rood) Hinder for 47 years. He had been employed by Lycoming Engines. He
Richard G. Sharp, Jr., 76, of Ulysses, PA, died on Monday, December 15, 2025, in Sena Kean Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Smethport. Born on Monday, September 26, 1949, in Wellsboro, PA, he was the son of Richard G. and Roxie L. Houghtaling Sharp. On January 18, 1970, in Gold, he married Sharon Rose Langan, who
Release – Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Christmas came early for our local dairy farmers and for children in our schools as the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act was just passed in the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday, December 15, 2025. Thank you to U.S. House Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson for his persistence
MONTOURSVILLE, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 3 team is wrapping up a successful construction season this year, which included 111 new contracts worth an estimated $312 million, to improve travel and safety on state highways and bridges across Bradford, Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Sullivan, Tioga, and Union counties. This investment included
Edna Mae Cobb, 55, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Monday December 15, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport Hospital. She was born on Monday, March 9, 1970, at the Blossburg State Hospital in Blossburg, PA, to Harry L. and Helen (Gulliver) Cobb. She graduated from high school and worked for Partners in Progress. Edna was a
Commonwealth University Release – Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Shown is CU-Lock Haven student-athletes and Sgt. Frank Shoemaker, Lock Haven campus police, with donated food items. PENNSYLVANIA – For the fourth year, all three Commonwealth University (CU) police departments at Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield held a Food for Fines event, in which parking tickets were
Sharon K. (Sweeney) Morral, age 84, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, December 14, 2025. She was the wife of Gary J. Morral and had worked at the Penn Wells Hotel for many years. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com
It is with heavy hearts to say Donna M. (Hosler) Flannery passed away after a courageous battle against cancer on Sunday, December 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pottsville, PA, on March 24,1956, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Lois (Rubright) Hosler of Mill Creek, Pottsville, PA. Donna was
Karl J. Wickman, age 62, of Blossburg, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 12, 2025. Karl was born on Sunday, October 13, 1963, in Blossburg, PA, the son of Donald and Joyce Nybeck Wickman. On July 6, 1985, Karl was united in marriage to Kimberly O’Conners. Kimberly survives him and currently resides in Blossburg. In
On Friday evening, December 12th, 2025, at approximately 5:30 P.M., Mary Etta Walburn closed her eyes on earth and opened them in Heaven. Mary passed away at Troy Community Hospital. Mary spent most of her time being a mother – hen to the ones she loved and being a “Big Sister” to close friends and
CU-Mansfield Sports Release – December 2025. MANSFIELD, PA – The Mansfield University men’s basketball team competed in the first game of conference play on Saturday, Dec. 6, against Slippery Rock University, the Mounties fell after a tightly contested match 85-78 Sterling Scot led the Mountianeers (1-6, 0-1 PSAC) with 25 total points, five rebounds and two assists. JuJu
CU-Mansfield Sports Release – December 2025. MANSFIELD, PA – The Mansfield University women’s basketball team competed in their first game of conference play on Saturday, Dec. 6, against Slippery Rock University, with the Rock taking the win 66-40. Katie Sheeler led the red and black in scoring with 18 points and two assists. Delilah Nazih collected nine
Michael Anthony Hinder, age 75, of Liberty, PA, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1950, in Scranton, PA, a son of Alfred and Dorothy (Falkner) Hinder. He was the husband of Cynthia (Rood) Hinder for 47 years. He had been employed by Lycoming Engines. Michael
Joan L. Oliver, age 87, of Canton, PA, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. She was born on Thursday, November 24, 1938, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of Howard and Myra (Bird) Stone. Joan was the wife of the late Franklin Oliver. They celebrated 50 years
CU-Mansfield Release – December 2025. Shown is the Municipal Police Academy Graduates of 2026. Image by Bruce Dart of Photos by Dart in Mansfield, PA. MANSFIELD, PA – The Commonwealth University-Mansfield Municipal Police Academy is actively recruiting for its upcoming, full-time Act 120 Academy class, which begins May 26, 2026. The Mansfield Act 120 Municipal
