A table set for 28 people who will never be seated. That was the stark visual reminder at the YWCA’s annual Vigil of Hope and Remembrance for victims of domestic violence held this week. “Tonight we gather not for headlines or statistics, but for people–for lives taken and lives ...
Rachael Thomas spent years in office jobs before pursuing her dream of opening a licensed in-home bakery, Batter-Up Bakery, in Williamsport, in 2021. But just as her business began to flourish, worsening carpal tunnel syndrome threatened to derail it. The pain, numbness, and tingling in ...
I noticed something missing when reading the three parables in chapter 15 of Luke’s gospel. But let’s back up and define “parable,” a term we Bible nerds toss around like rice at a wedding. The internet has a plethora of definitions, but I found this one simple and helpful: “A ...
A hired Philadelphia consulting firm told City of Williamsport officials its management review with department heads, directors and key staff included some analyses that will be part of the recommendation as ways to close a projected budget deficit next year. Public Financial Management (PFM) ...
A spooky good time is guaranteed for all as the Downtown Halloween Trick or Treat & Fall Festival returns from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. More than 50 local businesses will take part in the annual event, which is co-sponsored by the Williamsport Business Association, the city Recreation ...
Municipalities throughout Lycoming County have set their trick-or-treating hours. In addition to those festivities, other Halloween events are happening downtown for families to enjoy. Trick-or-treating hours and local Halloween events include: Thursday, Oct. 30 • Montgomery — 6:30 to ...