Lycoming County

Fall Ball Festival to be held Sunday, raise funds for Little League Museum

November 8, 2012

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT-The efforts of Lycoming College’s Business 244 Class and the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will culminate in their Fall Ball Festival to help raise money to renovate an exhibit about the Little League mascot, Dugout.

Mirabito continues to lead Rogers, new Lycoming College poll finds

November 8, 2012

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. – State Representative Rick Mirabito, the Democratic incumbent in the 83rd legislative district, continues to lead Republican challenger Harry Rogers, Jr. by a margin of 58.9 percent to 30.6 percent with 10.5 percent undecided amongst likely voters, according to a Lycoming College poll released today.

Season 2 of "A Night of Spoken Word" continues in November

November 8, 2012

After a successful relaunch of “Spoken Word” in October, the Converge Gallery is pleased to announce another night of spoken word tomorrow from 7-9p.m. Spoken Word offers a judgment-free environment to share your talents and welcomes all talents that pertain to the word.

Annual security report released

November 8, 2012

Bethany Richardson
Staff Writer

Lycoming released its annual security report to the public on Sept. 29, which includes statistics of reported crimes on campus for the last three years.  The report also includes the college’s policy on drug and alcohol use, crime prevention and the reporting of other crimes.

The Williamsport YMCA to hold mini-carnival at Pickelner Arena

November 8, 2012

Every Friday the Williamsport YMCA holds a Friday Night Skate for the ages 10-16 in their Pickelner Arena. Tomorrow they are changing it up and having Friday Night Skate but with a twist. The arena will hold Friday Night Skate but in conjunction with a Mini-Carnival. Kids from the ages of 10-16 are encouraged to come and have fun with their friends in the Pickelner Arena from 7-10p.m.

Opinion: give me extension cords or give me death

November 8, 2012

Kimberly Dreese
College Life Editor

College life with cystic fibrosis: relocating

November 8, 2012

Jamie Pawlick
Staff Writer

My cystic fibrosis has forced me to travel a lot since an early age. I live in northern New Jersey, which is about a forty-five minute drive to the George Washington Bridge (if the traffic is kind).

Happy Lycoween:“Haunted Rec” event is back and better than ever

November 8, 2012

Kendra Bitner
Staff Writer

On Tuesday, Oct. 30th the Lycoming Recreation Center hosted its annual Haunted Rec event.  The free event ran from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. After taking a break from the event last October, the Haunted Rec decided to reappear this Halloween with a new and scarier approach.

Sending a message

November 8, 2012
Refusing to cancel shows lack of concern for student lives Tory IrwinOpinion Editor

Parking poses potential problems for pupils

November 8, 2012
Kim Dreese
College Life Editor

Taylor Swift exposes “red” relationships in new album

November 8, 2012

Qiana Hill
Staff Writer

"All the different emotions that are written about on this album are all pretty much about the kind of tumultuous, crazy, insane, intense, semi-toxic relationships that I’ve experienced in the last two years” Taylor Swift said.

Student athletes begin winter sports campaign

November 8, 2012

Justin Ossont
Sports Editor 

The fall sports teams are all handing in their equipment except for the football team who is holding on to a chance of making it to post season play. While the fall season wraps up, winter sport teams have kicked into gear.

Warriors fight hard in post season

November 8, 2012

Kendra Bitner
Sports Writer

Warriors say farewell to senior fall athletes

November 8, 2012

Justin Ossont
Sports Editor

The journey through college brings many great moments to a student’s life.  Many believe the greatest collegiate moment is graduation, but a few can say it is the moment they will take the field or court for the final time in their last home sports event.

Election Summary Report LYCOMING COUNTY, PA

27 weeks 4 days ago

Election Summary Report
LYCOMING COUNTY, PA 
GENERAL ELECTION
Summary For Jurisdiction Wide, POL+ABS, All Races
Novenber 6, 2012 
Unofficial Results

11/06/12
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Genetti Hotel Celebrating Its 90th Anniversary

October 31, 2012

Williamsport — Members of the community will soon have a chance to step back in time as they celebrate the 90th anniversary of the historic Genetti Hotel, located in downtown Williamsport. With food and drink in abundance, the grand celebration is to be held on Friday, November 30, from 6:00 until 9:00 pm. more»

Museum Tours By Flashlight!

October 31, 2012

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society presents Museum Tours by Flashlight! Friday, November 2. Tours begin at 6:00, final tours at 8:00 p.m. — no reservations needed, but please bring a flashlight! Admission: Children, $3 — Adults $5 — Family $12. For more information please call the Museum at 570-326-3326. more»

“The Old 11th” Explored At The Taber Museum

October 31, 2012

The October Coffee Hour of the Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society featured Wayne Sager speaking on “The Old 11th”. The talk, free and open to the public, was held on Thursday, October 11, 2012 at 10 am in the Community Room. Light refreshments were served. more»

Lycoming County 911 Center Reports the Following Incidents on Monday, Oct. 29

28 weeks 5 days ago

Lycoming County 911 Center Reports the Following Incidents on Monday, Oct. 29:
• Tree down, 1 Dubois Hollow Road, 4:22 p.m.
• Tree down, Crescent Hill Road and Pleasant Valley Road, 4:23 p.m.
• Tree on power line, 48 Mountain Springs Road, 4:28 p.m.
• Fire in woods, 3721 W. Route 973 Highway, 4:36 p.m.
• Tree blocking road, 1500 Pleasant Valley Road, 4:48 p.m. more»

State Roads Advisory in North Central PA

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Minimal damage like this downed tree on Heidi Gray Road in Wolf Township, Hughesville, was reported following Hurricane Sandy's visit to the northeast coast.

Nov. 1, 2012 @ 7:30 a.m.

Montoursville - The following state routes (SR) in north central PA are closed or have lane restrictions at this time due to Hurricane Sandy storm-related issues. Updates since the last travel advisory begin with **:

Columbia County
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State Roads Advisory in North Central PA

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Nov. 1 @ 2:30 p.m.

State Roads Advisory in North Central PA

Montoursville - The following state routes (SR) are closed in north central PA at this time due to storm-related issues. Updates since the last travel advisory begin with **:

Columbia County
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State Roads Advisory in North Central PA

28 weeks 6 days ago

Travel Advisory

Oct. 29, 2012 @ 6:25 p.m.

State Roads Advisory in North Central PA

Montoursville - The following state routes (SR) are closed in north central PA at this time due to storm-related issues. Updates since the last travel advisory are noted as **: more»

College hosts annual Grad School Fair for students to gain exposure to different schools

October 25, 2012

Julia Cuddahy
Lycourier Staff

Lycoming College hosted their annual Grad School Fair on Oct. 15. The event was held in Pennington Lounge and was open to the public. Graduates and current students from colleges and universities such as Bucknell, Bloomsburg, and Penn College attended in addition to Lycoming’s students.

House of Representatives candidate meets with Lycoming club

October 25, 2012
Photo provided by Victoria BortniakDemocrat House of Representative candidate Phil Scollo meets with the  Lycoming College Democra

Lost at Lyco

October 25, 2012


Lost at Lyco
Think you know everything there is to see on campus? Think again! 

Four receive Lycoming College alumni association awards

October 25, 2012

The Lycoming College Alumni Association Executive Board (AAEB) presented four awards during the College’s Homecoming activities Saturday, Oct. 20. Award recipients were selected by the board from nominations received from alumni and other members of the College community.

Lycoming College to host “David and Solomon: Dead or Alive?”

October 25, 2012

    The Lycoming College Archaeology Department will host biblical archaeologist Dr. Garth Gilmour of the University of Oxford for a free, public lecture, titled “David and Solomon: Dead or Alive?” on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. in Heim Building G-11.

Snowden Library presents a “Peep Show”

October 25, 2012

Kimberly Dreese
College Life Editor

As part of its annual Banned Books week celebration, Snowden Library created a series of “Peep Shows” featuring various novels that have been censored throughout history.  Each of the eight displays featured a different book with marshmallow peeps and bunnies arranged to depict a scene from the novel.

Michaud’s “Nuances” on display in Snowden

October 25, 2012

Kayley Eshenaur
Lycourier Staff

The Snowden Library is  displaying artist Joyce Michaud’s exhibition “Nuances” in the College’s Art Gallery until Nov. 16. The gallery is hosted by the Lycoming College Art Department.

Head to Head: President Obama’s econmic strategy moves the middle class forward

October 25, 2012


Tori Bortniak and Linda McCargo 
Lycoming College Democrats

Head to Head: Governor Romney’s education plan encourages economic growth

October 25, 2012

Nicholas Grimes
President of the Lycoming College Republicans

The major focus in this election has been the economy. Perhaps not enough focus has been put on the issues important to the young voters. The same issues that spark job creation and economic growth: education.

Women should have final say about their bodies and health

October 25, 2012

Tory Irwin
Opinion Editor

Of all the things that bother me in this world, it’s people trying to control the actions of strangers that sets me off the most.

I delved into this a little bit in the last issue, going on a tirade against those who try to regulate love. As you’ll remember, I’m fully supportive of gay rights.

Letters to the Editor: The People's Voice

October 25, 2012

An uninformed vote is worse than no vote at all

Every other November, millions of Americans flock to voting booths to participate in selecting the officials who will govern and represent them. The sad truth is that many if not most of the participants in this ritual are under informed.

Going behind the scenes of “Threepenny Opera”

October 25, 2012

Taylor Kendra
Staff Writer

Rehearsals for “Threepenny Opera” are well underway, and the show is set to open on Nov. 14th.

“American Horror Story”: Ryan Murphy succeeds

October 25, 2012

Tory Irwin
Opinion Editor

This season has proven to be a great one for television writer and producer Ryan Murphy.

College to host musicians for November concerts

October 25, 2012

Qiana Hill
Staff Writer

Looking for a good place to find some new music? Throughout the year, students have many opportunities to enjoy an afternoon or evening of listening to some of the musically talented students, faculty, and guests on campus.

Mifsud crowned MAC singles tennis champion

October 25, 2012

Justin Ossont
Sports Editor 

Jason Mifsud may not know it yet, but he could be a future Lycoming College hall of famer.  The senior was awarded the singles tennis championship on October 14 in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania.  Going into the tournament he was the top-seed and in the top flight of the singles tournament.

Warriors take one step closer to playoffs

October 25, 2012

Victory over Dutchmen places Warriors in post-season discussions

Kendra Bitner
Sports Writer

Sports Briefs

October 25, 2012


College Football Division I Standings Top 5

1. Alabama
2. Florida
3. Kansas State
4. Oregon
5. Notre Dame


World Series Began 
The Detroit Tigers and the San Francisco Giants began thier best of seven series for the coveted World Series Title.


NHL Lockout Update

Warriors fall to Pride on Homecoming Weekend

October 25, 2012

Warriors defense forces seven turnovers and still comes up short

Justin Ossont
Sports Editor

The clock read all zeros by 4:43 p.m.  In front of a sold out homecoming crowd, the Warriors played their hearts out but came up short losing to Widener University 28-23 in a game that had championship conditions.

Wearing awareness: Business students team up with YWCA for community event

October 11, 2012

Kendra Bitner
Lycourier Staff

On Friday, students at Lycoming College reached out to make a personal effort in raising domestic violence awareness.  Members of Dr. Boyd’s Business 244 teamed up with the YWCA of Northcentral Pennsylvania to be models in their annual Clothesline Project.

Lycoming College senior receives microbiology award

October 11, 2012

 Lycoming College senior Jordan Krebs was a 2012 award recipient of the American Society for Microbiology’s (ASM) Undergraduate Research Capstone Program.
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