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Baier Women’s Bowhunter Champion as Wildcat Archers Take Third Overall

May 20, 2013

At the United States Collegiate Archery Championships  in Cedar City, Utah, this past week, Pennsylvania College of Technology sophomore Kendel F. Baier (Jersey Shore) dominated women’s bowhunter to take the national title in the individual competition. more»

Wildcat Archers Ready for Nationals

May 12, 2013

As the spring sports season winds down for Pennsylvania College of Technology athletes, archers are honing their skills as they prepare for the U.S. Intercollegiate Archery Championships later this week while the baseball team reflects after completing one of the best seasons in college history. ARCHERY Penn College has racked up three consecutive second-place team [...]

Welcome

May 10, 2013

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society chronicles the history of our region from American Indian occupation
through 20th century industry and life. Exhibits include an American Indian gallery, a Fine and Decorative Arts gallery, 19th century period
rooms, and the Shempp Model Train exhibit, featuring over 300 toy trains.

 

Taber Museum to Tour the Sones Farm Museum

May 10, 2013

Sones Farm

Spring plowing at Sones Farm more»

College YouTube Channel Adds Video From Penn State Coaches’ Visit

May 8, 2013

Video from Tuesday’s campus visit by the Penn State “Coaches Caravan.” a sold-out event that gave hundreds of people the opportunity to meet football coach Bill O’Brien and his counterparts in Nittany Lion field hockey and men’s volleyball, has been added to the Penn College YouTube channel. “These kids are students first,” O’Brien said of [...]

Penn College Places Four on PSUAC All-Conference Baseball Squad

May 8, 2013

The Penn State University Athletic Conference has announced its selections for the 2013 Baseball All-Conference team and four Pennsylvania College of Technology Wildcats earned a spot. more»

Sold-Out ‘Caravan’ Brings Nittany Lion Coaches to Penn College

May 7, 2013

A sold-out lunch at the Penn College Field House kicked off the second week of the Penn State Coaches Caravan on Tuesday morning. Nittany Lion football coach Bill O’Brien, who is headlining the bus tour on all 12 of its stops, was joined in his local visit by Char Morett, field hockey coach, and Mark [...]

Five Baseball Wildcats Named to USCAA All-Academic Team

May 7, 2013

Five Penn College baseball student-athletes made the grade as they were named to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association All-Academic Team. The team, announced at the championship banquet, is comprised of players that have a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher and are academically a sophomore or above. more»

Katie Kratzer Named PSUAC Softball ‘Newcomer of the Year’

May 6, 2013

Penn College’s Katie L. Kratzer, of Selinsgrove, has been named the Penn State University Athletic Conference Softball Newcomer of the Year for her efforts as a rookie in the 2013 season. She was also named First-Team, All-Conference. more»

Closing Victories Give Men’s Lacrosse Club Best Season on Record

May 6, 2013

It was a tall order for the Penn College Men’s Club Lacrosse team: three games in as many days, against #17-ranked Penn State Altoona and Bloomsburg and Shippensburg universities. The Wildcats played their best lacrosse of the season and swept all three to finish the season with a record of 4-3, their highest winning percentage [...]

Penn College Softball Season Ends, Baseball Team Set for Nationals

May 5, 2013

While the softball season officially ended for Pennsylvania College of Technology last week, the baseball team’s season continues this week with a trip to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association Small College World Series. SOFTBALL The Lady Wildcats’ final two games of the season were canceled and they finished the year with an 11-19 overall [...]

One Person’s Trash Is Another Person’s Treasure

May 3, 2013

Buried_TreasureDonations Sought - Yard and Bake Sale

Saturday, May 11th from more»

Wildcats Seeded 10th in USCAA Small College Baseball World Series

April 30, 2013

The Pennsylvania College of Technology baseball team goes into the United States Collegiate Athletic Association Small College World Series as the No. 10 seed, but coach Chris Howard is optimistic about his team’s chances. “The guys are extremely excited. It’s the second year in a row we’re going and everybody is anxious to have a [...]

Ryan Adams to Speak at Taber Coffee Hour

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Dr. Ryan T. Adams will lecture on the topic “Food in Lycoming County: Prehistoric, Historic and Economic Context of Food Production.”

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society has announced the topic of its third Coffee Hour for the 2013 season. The speaker will be Dr. Ryan T. more»

Everett Participates in Annual Second Amendment Rally at Capitol

April 23, 2013

HARRISBURG – Hundreds of Pennsylvania residents filled the steps outside the Main Capitol in Harrisburg for the annual Second Amendment Action Day rally, attended by Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) and a bipartisan group of lawmakers. In addition, he is inviting area residents to a Second Amendment event in Williamsport on Monday, May 6.

Tory Irwin to replace Cody Marshall as Editor in Chief

April 21, 2013

This year, Cody Marshall will be stepping down as the Lycourier Editor in Chief. Cody Marshall will be replaced by junior Tory Irwin.

Students, community members take on Warrior Challenge

April 21, 2013

On Sunday, April 7, Lycoming College Campus Activities Board and Intramurals teamed up to host the first ever Warrior Extreme Challenge.

Habitat travels for Spring Break Trip 2013

April 21, 2013

Cory Trego
Staff Writer

 While most students headed home for a week of relaxation over spring break, twenty two students and three advisors from Lycoming College took a trip to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to work with a local chapter of Habitat for Humanity.

Reactions to CAB concert show lack of support for students

April 21, 2013

Tory Irwin
Opinion Editor

Last Thursday, I worked a long day helping with preparations for the Mac Miller concert (as well as selling concessions prior to, during, and after the show and helping a small amount with tear down). This marked my third year assisting with the CAB-sponsored concert.

One last thought: Saying goodbye to the Class of 2013 with some classic advice

April 21, 2013

Tory Irwin
Opinion Editor

It’s hard to believe we’re at the end of another school year. And for me, that means that I’ll soon be a senior (and as you’ve witnessed before if you read my columns, I’m kind of freaking out on the inside about that).

The Hook-Up: Rumrunners

April 21, 2013

Jehiel Boner
Lycourier Staff

We are all familiar with the Jimmy Buffett song about liking piña coladas and getting caught in the rain and frankly if you’ve spend any amount of time in Williamsport, you are probably tired of rain and in need of a tropical drink to lift your spirits.

Senior Goodbyes

April 21, 2013

Brandon Sellers, 
English Lit. and Political Science


Congratulations to each and every one of us.  Good luck to everyone choosing to continue their education, as well as to those job-seekers and job-holders.

Kim Dreese: College Life Editor says goodbye

April 21, 2013

On May 5th, I will walk through the Oliver Sterling memorial gates and officially say goodbye to Lycoming College and its team of talented

The Hook-Up: Hana Asian Bistro whips up great food and cocktails

April 21, 2013

John Piazza
Staff Writer

This past week, we visited the newly established Hana Asian Bistro at 2019 East 3rd Street right off of the Golden Strip in Williamsport. We are always interested in new restaurants in the area and are always excited to see how they measure up. Fortunately, Hana did not disappoint.

Lycoming Equestrian Club Revamps Program

April 21, 2013

Julia Cuddahy
Entertainment Editor

Brave students conquer second annual Fear Factor

April 21, 2013

Kimberly Dreese
College Life Editor

Students Terrell Nixon and Cody Marshall won the second annual Fear Factor competition in Lamade Gymnasium on Mar. 20 after participating in a grueling series of races and events.  

“It was the most disgusting thing I’ve ever done,” winner Marshall said after the event.

Club Spotlight: Fencing Club says Engarde!

April 21, 2013

Taylor Kendra
Staff Writer

Steel on steel reverberates through the Rec Center as the Lycoming College Fencing Club practices for their upcoming tournament.  Dr. Michael Gaylor, or “Maestro,” instructs the club on form, strategy, and mindset.

‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ exceeds expectations

April 21, 2013

Alycia Lucio
Staff Writer

Many of you know the acclaimed “Lord of the Rings” series, directed by Peter Jackson, in which we follow Frodo Baggins on his journey to Mount Doom.

‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ Entrances Lyco Audiences

April 21, 2013

Taylor Kendra
Staff Writer

Lycoming College’s “Arsenic and Old Lace” opened April 10 in the Mary L Welch Theatre.  The show was directed by Dr. Biliana Stoytcheva-Horrissian.

Warriors fall to No. 18 Widener Pride in Lax

April 21, 2013

Justin Ossont
Sports Editor 

The Lycoming College Warriors thought they had a chance to cause an upset in a lacrosse game.  The problem was that they were facing the 18th nationally ranked Widener University Pride.  They suffered a 15-1 blowout, but thanks to senior Tom Lurie ended the Warriors possible shut out with a goal.

Lady Warriors lose to mighty Pride

April 21, 2013

Justin Ossont
Sports Editor

Opinion: Warrior Extreme Challenge sends Lyco into the era of extreme runs

April 21, 2013


Justin Ossont
Sports Editor

Many people on Lycoming College’s campus have heard about extreme runs such as Tough Mudder, Spartan Races, Zombie Runs, or even Warrior Races.  Well the Recreation department at Lycoming wanted to put a twist on all of that with the first ever Warrior Extreme Challenge.

Senior Goodbye: The stadium lights go out

April 21, 2013

Justin Ossont
Sports Editor

Four years of studying and countless sleepless nights and the only thing I will be receiving is a $160,000 piece of paper.  I am just kidding.  These past four years have been something that I will treasure the rest of my life.  There are so many people to thank in this farewell.

Everett to Present House Citation to Muncy Valley Hospital

April 16, 2013

Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) will present a House citation honoring Muncy Valley Hospital in recognition of being designated as a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by the iVantage Health Analytics Hospital Strength Index. It is the only hospital in the Commonwealth to receive this designation.

Recognition of Lycoming County Landfill Gas to Energy

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Eagles at the landfill. Lycoming County Resource Management Services for Lycoming, Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union Counties. (Photo courtesy of Lyco.org)

The Lycoming County Landfill Gas to Energy Project with its partners; PPL Renewable Energy (PPLRE) and Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) were awarded with 2012 Project of the Year honors in the category of electrical and thermal production and the collaborative way in which the renewable energy project was deployed to benefit our g more»

Everett Says Commonwealth Financing Authority Accepting Applications for Flood Prevention Funds

April 6, 2013

HARRISBURG – Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) said today applications for a flood prevention program established by the Act 13 Marcellus Legacy Fund are now being accepted by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA).

Taber Museum

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Events at the Taber Museum, Lycoming County Historical Society

Carl Bower, Jr. to present a program on the History of American Vegetable Gardening at the Taber Museum

April 2, 2013

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society has announced the topic of its second Coffee Hour for the 2013 season. The speaker will be Carl Bower, Jr., who will be speaking about the history of vegetable gardening in the United States. The talk will be held on Thursday, April 11, at 10AM in the Community Room of the Taber Museum. more»

Historic Liquor Privatization Legislation Passage Moves Pennsylvania into the 21st Century, Says Everett

March 22, 2013

HARRISBURG – Following a lengthy debate and work to form a compromise plan, the House passed legislation that would finally move the sales of wine and liquor to the private sector in a deliberate, gradual process, Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) said today.

Property Tax Independence Act is Needed Now, Says Everett

March 18, 2013

HARRISBURG – The drive to eliminate the school property tax in Pennsylvania has been revived with the introduction of House Bill 76, supported and co-sponsored by Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming).

Everett Introduces George E. Logue Sr. Memorial Bridge Bill

March 13, 2013

HARRISBURG – House Bill 987 would designate the bridge carrying State Route 973 over Loyalsock Creek in Upper Fairfield and Eldred townships in Lycoming County as the George E. Logue, Sr. Memorial Bridge. The bill was introduced today by Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming).

‘Lost’ Indian Village Discovery Topic of Archaeology Talk

March 1, 2013

Mary Ann Levine, associate professor of anthropology at Franklin and Marshall College, is convinced she’s discovered Otstonwakin, the long-lost Woodlands Indian village once inhabited by “Madame” Catherine Montour along the Loyalsock Creek. more»

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