Downtown Williamsport may not be the center of the region’s retail universe as it once was.

But Williamsport’s center city is more vibrant than most. » Full Story

When the Philadelphia Inquirer used a new public disclosure law to look into lobbyist giving to lawmakers, they made some interesting discoveries. » Full Story

Almost quietly, the new Cinema Center multiplex on West Fourth Street has been drawing in its clientele since opening in May. » Full Story

Saudi Arabia may — with emphasis on the word “may” — come to the rescue of U.S. motorists once again. If that happens, we hope it does not lull Americans into a false sense of security about energy. » Full Story

What part of “no way” do U.S. » Full Story

Gov. Ed Rendell's turnpike lease proposal has been rejected by the state House – for now.

The deal for $12. » Full Story

Gov. Ed Rendell's turnpike lease proposal has been rejected by the state House – for now.

The deal for $12. » Full Story

A news media headline we saw the other day illustrated a major part of the problem with government — and, yes, with journalists’ coverage of it. » Full Story

The drain of the Chesapeake Bay cleanup on the local economy, agencies and ratepayers became a scarier prospect for two reasons last week. » Full Story

The drain of the Chesapeake Bay cleanup on the local economy, agencies and ratepayers became a scarier prospect for two reasons last week. » Full Story