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Jersey Shore is a borough in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is on the West Branch Susquehanna River, 15 miles (24 km) west by south of Williamsport. It is part of the Williamsport, Pennsylvania Metropolitan Statistical Area. In the past, Jersey Shore held farms, railroad shops, cigar factories, a foundry, and a large silk mill. Jersey Shore was incorporated as a borough on March 15, 1826. The history of Jersey Shore begins about 50 years before it was incorporated and on the opposite bank of the West Branch Susquehanna River in what is now Nippenose Township.

Weekend Roundup: August 31, 2012

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December 31, 1969

Hello all, and happy Friday! Let's catch up on this week's news and events:

AnnouncementsVolunteering in Appalachia - Volunteer Global

Our photo contest is finished--check out the winning photos on our Facebook page! more»

Volunteering In Appalachia: Providing A Beautiful American Region With Social, Economic, And Educational Assistance

By
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December 31, 1969

So you want to have an adventurous volunteer experience—and you’re probably visiting Volunteer Global right now because you want to go abroad. After all, there are many places throughout the world that are both unique and need the attention of volunteers so badly.

Appalachia mountain range - Volunteer Global more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: Work And Volunteer Abroad (WAVA)

By
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December 31, 1969

Congratulations to WAVA, Volunteer Global's Travel Buddy of the Week! With sustainable programs worldwide, WAVA provides amazing gap year, career break, volunteer, internship, and work abroad options. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below:

Volunteering For Search And Rescue: How To Get Started And What’s Involved

By
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December 31, 1969

Last spring, I had the pleasure of spending a week in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park to do some hiking and camping. It was beautiful—I had thoroughly underestimated the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. As I woke each morning in the sleepy tent, that the air could be so crisp in the campground and yet so milky and vaporous in the mountains above me. more»

Motorcyclist Killed in Three-Vehicle Washington Township Crash

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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38 weeks 3 days ago

Motorcyclist Killed in Three-Vehicle Washington Township Crash - PSP Montoursville say a New Cumberland man was killed following a crash on Route 44. Trooper Daniel Kozak said on Aug. 23, Kenneth L. Bolinger, 67, was traveling southbound, negotiating a right curve on that highway when his vehicle entered into the opposing traffic lane. more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 5: Pinterest

By
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December 31, 1969

Welcome the final installment of series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking! more»

Weekend Roundup: August 24, 2012

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December 31, 1969

Welcome to another Weekend Roundup--we hope you're having a fantastic Friday!

AnnouncementsOccupational volunteering - chalk drawing, Volunteer Global

Our photo contest is still underway! Check out our newest submissions and add yours today. more»

Sintra, Portugal: A City Of Unique Adventures

By
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December 31, 1969

Just a short train ride from the capital Lisbon, Sintra, Portugal offers tourists, backpackers, academics, and volunteers alike unique opportunities to see the beauty of Portugal from outside the city’s capital.Sintra, Portugal - Volunteer Global more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: Oyster Worldwide

By
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December 31, 1969

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is Oyster Worldwide. With programs in 13 different countries, Oyster Worldwide offers comprehensive gap year and career break volunteer experiences. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below!

All About Occupational And Professional Volunteering

By
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December 31, 1969

For most people, volunteering abroad provides the opportunity to do something outside of their normal day-to-day work. However, many nonprofits and NGOs find that in addition to the normal volunteer duties, they need professional help to make up for their usually overworked staff and low budget. more»

Calkins Creamery & Highland Farm Field Day - August 30th

By Feed: Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture
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August 20, 2012

Local Dairy Farm Finds Success in Cheese Making Business
6th generation Wayne County farm to share experiences in diversifying the family dairy more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 4: LinkedIn

By
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December 31, 1969

Welcome the fourth of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers online! more»

Weekend Roundup: August 17, 2012

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December 31, 1969

Happy Friday, all! We've got some great stuff to share from this week, so let's get started:Victoria Falls Conservation Program - Worldwide Experience - Volunteer Global more»

Lock Haven Man Jailed After Multiple Charges in Piatt Township Incident

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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40 weeks 9 hours ago

Lock Haven Man Jailed After Multiple Charges in Piatt Township Incident - A 35-year-old man is jailed on charges of allegedly trespassing, resisting arrest and fleeing and eluding police following an incident last week in Piatt Township. more»

Big Mistakes Students Make In Choosing A Major—And How Volunteering Abroad Can Help

By
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December 31, 1969

Like most students, I went to college with only vague ideas of what I wanted for my future. At best, I knew what I was good at and figured that I could work to get better at it. At worst, I had no idea what I was passionate about or what I could dedicate myself to for the rest of my life. more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: Mercy Ships

By
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December 31, 1969

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is Mercy Ships. This global charity has operated since 1978 and is one of the most well-known volunteer based charities worldwide. For more than 30 years, Mercy Ships has operated hospital ships in developing countries, providing medical services to those who need it. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below! more»

All About Needle Exchange Programs And How To Help

By
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December 31, 1969

Needle exchange programs, also known as needle and syringe programs or syringe exchange programs, are (depending on region of the world) programs afforded by non-profit organizations, governments, and hospitals that allow drug users to obtain needles and other injection equipment at little or no cost—typically with the user exchanging dirty, used, contaminated needles for clean, sterile ones. more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 3: Twitter

By
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December 31, 1969

Welcome the third of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking! more»

Weekend Roundup: August 10, 2012

By
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December 31, 1969

Happy Friday, all--we hope you had a fantastic week! Check out the links below for announcements, stories, and new stuff from our Travel Buddies--and have a great weekend! more»

All About Volunteering For Historic Preservation

By
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December 31, 1969

Historic preservation is a commonly used buzzword in the realm of volunteering that includes a great variety of different tasks and endeavors. more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: GoEco

By
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December 31, 1969

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is GoEco. Founded in 2005, GoEco's projects span the globe from the Americas to Africa to Australia, and can focus on wildlife, conservation, development, healthcare, teaching, and more. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below!

Gas Up at Nittany MinitMart and Help Build Jersey Shore River Access

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41 weeks 2 days ago
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Guest Post: The Pros And Cons Of Volunteering Abroad Solo Or With A Group

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December 31, 1969

Today’s article is brought to you by Tom Hopkins. Tom is Editor in Chief for Minds Abroad, your informed counselor for study abroad and travel programs in China. Learn Mandarin in China and enrich your cross-cultural experience. more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 2: Facebook

By
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December 31, 1969

Welcome the second of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking! more»

Trzok, Grace E.

41 weeks 4 days ago

Grace E. Trzok

Grace E. Trzok, 91, of Williamsport, died Sunday August 5, 2012 at Rose View Court.

Born May 23, 1921 in Jersey Shore, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Agnes (Eiswert) Hersker.

She was preceded in death her husband of 47 years Joseph J. Trzok on January 25, 2006. more»

Ardabell, Carl A. II

41 weeks 4 days ago

Carl A. Ardabell II

Carl A. Ardabell, II, 71, of Williamsport died Sunday, August 5, 2012 at home surrounded by his family.

Born August 17, 1940 in Uledi, PA he was a son of Carl and Jane Mundell Ardabell. more»

Weekend Roundup: August 3, 2012

By
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December 31, 1969

AnnouncementsVictoria Falls, Zimbabwe - Volunteer Global

Well, what have we got here! Our very first front page photo contest--click here to learn more and enter! more»

Two From Jersey Shore Involved in Lock Haven Crash; Underage Drinking Suspected

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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41 weeks 6 days ago

Two From Jersey Shore Involved in Lock Haven Crash; Underage Drinking Suspected - PSP Lamar will file DUI charges and underage drinking charges against two men following a crash in Clinton County. Trooper Christopher Wilson said shortly after 9:30 p.m. more»

Volunteering Abroad In Zimbabwe

By
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December 31, 1969

As a landlocked country in the south of Africa, Zimbabwe is a country full of biodiversity. It is home to one of Africa’s most beautiful attractions—Victoria Falls, one of the biggest and most beautiful waterfalls in the world. more»

Announcing Volunteer Global's First-Ever Front Page Photo Contest!

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December 31, 1969

Volunteer Global is thrilled to announce our first-ever Front Page Photo Contest! more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: World Computer Exchange

By
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December 31, 1969

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is World Computer Exchange. With projects in 77 countries, this organization provides Internet access to children and youth by equipping schools and community centers with computer labs. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below!

How To Assess Popular Philanthropy Trends

By
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December 31, 1969

Multiple times in the past year, the philanthropy world has been shaken by different charitable trends that have fizzled out a few weeks later as people begin to understand that their initial view of the organization was just a little one-sided. more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers (Part 1)

By
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December 31, 1969

Welcome the first of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking!

Personal use and organizational use—what’s the difference?

While the usefulness of social networking should be a no-brainer, using your networks to their full potential sometimes isn’t quite so easy to figure out. more»

Betron, Beatrice E.

42 weeks 3 days ago

Beatrice E. Betron

Beatrice E. Betron, 96, died Monday, July 30, 2012, at Sycamore Manor.

Surviving are five children, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, two children and a sister. more»

Jersey Shore Man Jailed for Alleged Multiple Sex Charges in Lycoming, Clinton Counties

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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42 weeks 3 days ago

Jersey Shore Man Jailed for Alleged Multiple Sex Charges in Lycoming, Clinton Counties - PSP Lamar charged a 34-year-old man for multiple charges which occurred to numerous minors between 2004 and 2010. more»

Brooks, Carol Ann

42 weeks 5 days ago

Carol Ann Brooks

Carol Ann Brooks, 77, of Linden died on Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at her home.

Born October 6, 1934 in Williamsport, she was a daughter of the late Henderson and Mildred (Moore) Robbins.

Carol was a member of Nippenose Bible Fellowship. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and spending time with her family. more»

Weekend Roundup: July 27, 2012

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December 31, 1969

Nick Adie of Lattitude Global Volunteering contributed this guest post on volunteering responsibly.Volunteer in Cameroon - Volunteer Global more»

Volunteering For Music Education

By
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December 31, 1969

Regarded as the field of teaching and learning of music, music education is perhaps one of the oldest types of education in history, with humans using different types of music and sound as communication and self-expression since Neolithic times.Piano player - Volunteer for music education - Volunteer Global more»

Jersey Shore Pursues Green Infrastructure

By Steve Kusheloff, SEDA-COG
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43 weeks 18 hours ago
Green infrastructure can create economic development opportunities, beautify downtowns, and help meet challenges like stormwater management

Fifteen miles from Williamsport, the river town of Jersey Shore is located along a wide bend in the West Branch Susquehanna River. Its historic streets blend into the surrounding hills and countryside, connected to the vast Pennsylvania Wilds region where the town has become a destination for motorists, bicyclists, hikers and paddlers alike.  more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: Earthwatch Institute

By
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December 31, 1969

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is Earthwatch. One of the world's largest private funders of scientific research, Earthwatch invites you to volunteer with hands-on expeditions focusing on environment, culture, habitats, and more. Learn all about them in our newest 60 Seconds to Serve video!

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Suicide Prevention Website Launches in Lycoming County

By Joe Miller
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43 weeks 1 day ago

Central Pennsylvania now has another launching pad to the world. Tuesday marked the debut of a new web site, http://www.lifeisworthliving.org/. The site is an outreach of the Lycoming County Suicide Prevention Coalition and the Suicide Prevention Task Force of the United Churches of Lycoming County. more»

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