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Montgomery was incorporated as a borough by the Pennsylvania General Assembly on March 27, 1887 from part of Clinton Township. The history of the settlement of Montgomery begins in 1783 when John Lawson established a homestead there. Nicholas Shaffer built a gristmill in Montgomery in 1795. A sawmill and a wool carding mill were other early industries found on Black Hole Creek which flows through Montgomery.
Montgomery lies along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, 6 miles southwest of Muncy, and 8 miles southeast of Williamsport.

Rood, Joyce E. Perritt

1 year 30 weeks ago

Joyce E. Perritt Rood

(January 27, 1922 - October 18, 2011)

Joyce E. Perritt Rood, 89, of Unityville, died Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at Valley View Nursing Center.

Born January 27, 1922, in Montoursville, she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Harriet (Wilt) Foster. more»

Muncy Man in Custody

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 31 weeks ago

Muncy Man in Custody – PSP Montoursville took a Muncy man into custody on Sunday Oct. Trooper Michael Shipman said shortly before 4 p.m., Eric L. Doucet was traveling on a motorized scooter along the berm of Route 2104 near Old Cement Road in Fairfield Township. It was determined that Doucet was wanted on a bench warrant. more»

Montgomery Man Releases Second Book

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1 year 31 weeks ago
Montgomery author Mike Reuther has penned a second novel, "Nothing Down," available on Smashwords.com

Author Mike Reuther, writer of fiction and nonfiction books, recently released his seond book on Smashwords.com. "Nothing Down" is a fictional story about Homer Newbody, a baseball player who asks for no pay in the professional leagues. more»

Stoetzel, William J.

1 year 31 weeks ago

William J. Stoetzel

(July 31, 1921 - October 7, 2011)

William J. Stoetzel, 90, of 295 Cindy Avenue, Montgomery, died Friday, October 7, 2011, at Sycamore Manor. more»

Kilgus, Marion Laurenson

1 year 32 weeks ago

Marion Laurenson Kilgus

July 15, 1921 ~ October 5, 2011

Marion Laurenson Kilgus, 90, of 394 E. Penn St., Muncy, died Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center.

Born in Huntersville on July 15, 1921, she was a daughter of the late Cloyd H. and Margaret E. (Goldy) Laurenson.  Her husband, Harold B. Kilgus, preceded her in death. more»

Volunteer Opportunities Plentiful in Lycoming County

By robin van auken
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1 year 33 weeks ago

Williamsport Crosscutters more»

Paxinos Man Dead Following Two-Vehicle Accident on Route 15

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1 year 33 weeks ago

Paxinos Man Dead Following Two-Vehicle Accident on Route 15 – PSP Montoursville report a Paxinos man was pronounced dead at the scene of a two-vehicle accident in Armstrong Township. Trooper Ed Dammer said David Stefanovige, 22, of 5484 Snydertown Road was traveling south on Route 15 shortly before 6 p.m. on Sept. 28 when he lost control of his vehicle during a rain storm. more»

Crash Closes Montgomery Pike Section of Route 15 near South Williamsport

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 33 weeks ago

Montoursville - Motorists in Lycoming County are advised that Route 15 is currently closed on the Montgomery Pike at the scene of a two-vehicle crash.

The crash occurred between the roadside rest and the scenic lookout atop the mountain between Montgomery and South Williamsport. more»

Williamsport Man Jailed for Drug Possession

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1 year 33 weeks ago

Williamsport Man Jailed for Drug Possession – On Tuesday, Sept. 27, Williamsport Police arrested and jailed a 33-year-old Williamsport man on three counts of drug possession. Bail was set at $15,000 for Brian Williams Jr. of 633 Washington Boulevard who possessed a large amount of marijuana. more»

Clayton, Robert L.

1 year 34 weeks ago

Robert L. Clayton

(April 8, 1935 - September 21, 2011)
 
Robert L. Clayton, 76, of Hughesville, died Wednesday, September 21, 2011, at the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit.
Born April 8, 1935, in Hughesville, he was a son of the late DeWitt B. and Ethel L. Criswell Clayton. more»

Haines, Geraldine Toots

1 year 34 weeks ago

Geraldine Toots Haines

(September 11, 1934 - September 18, 2011)
 
Geraldine B. “Toots” Haines, 77, of R and S Lane, Watsontown, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2011 at Kramm Health and Rehabilitation Center, Watsontown where she had been residing the past several months. more»

Miller, Lynn I. Sr.

1 year 34 weeks ago

Lynn I. Miller, Sr.

(April 10, 1940 - September 19, 2011)
 
Lynn I. Miller Sr., 71, of 2888 Heshbon Road, went to be with his Lord and savior, Monday, September 19, 2011, at his home following a long battle with cancer.

Born April 10, 1940 in Cammal, he was the son of Donald I. and Vivien W. Raemore Miller. more»

Swanson, Helen W.

1 year 34 weeks ago

Helen W. Swanson
 
(October 10, 1923 - September 19, 2011)
 
Helen W. Swanson, 87, of Montgomery, died Monday, September 19, 2011 at The Gatehouse Hospice following a brief illness.

Born October 10, 1923 in Scranton, she was the daughter of Thomas J. and Mary Corocan Walton. more»

Schelb, Marie L.

1 year 34 weeks ago

Marie L. Schelb

November 3, 1914 ~ September 17, 2011

Marie L. Schelb of Manor Care South, formerly of Montoursville, concluded her journey in this life on Saturday, September 17 at 5 a.m. at the age of 96. more»

Johnson, Harry A.

1 year 35 weeks ago

Harry A. Johnson

(October 29, 1923 - September 11, 2011)
 
Harry A. Johnson, Lt. Colonel USAF (Ret) died Sunday, September 11, 2011, in Macungie, PA.

Born October 29, 1923, in Williamsport, he was a son of the late Harry A. and Mary Esther Rhote Johnson and adopted son of the late Herbert R. and Elsie Christine Johnson Sloatman. more»

Burglaries, Criminal Mischief Reported in Lycoming County

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1 year 35 weeks ago

Burglaries, Criminal Mischief Reported in Lycoming County – PSP Montoursville report numerous incidents of burglaries and criminal mischief occurring in August and September, including: more»

An Open Letter From WLCC President Vince Matteo

By vince matteo, WLCC president
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1 year 35 weeks ago

The Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce is concerned about your business and the impact the flooding has had on you, your employees and the community.  Therefore I am writing to ask you to let us know if your business has been impacted by the events of the past few days. more»

Flooded State Road listing

By Kathy Kolb
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1 year 36 weeks ago

Sept. 11, 2011 @ 5:45 a.m.

Flooded State Roads in North Central PA
(Updates since last advisory denoted with **)

Montoursville - The following state highways are closed in north central PA at this time due to flooding:

Columbia County
SR 42 from Grovania Drive in Montour Township to the SR 11 on ramp; more»

Old Shoe Trophy Remains in Muncy

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 36 weeks ago
The varsity squad of Muncy Indians proudly poses with the Old Shoe trophy (photo by Muncy Indians Football via Facebook)

Thirty-two times since 1961, Muncy has won the Old Shoe trophy, including this year's match against Montgomery on Friday, Sept. 2. Muncy routed the Red Raiders 19-0. Other winners during Friday night football action included Hughesville over Warrior Run 11-8 and Lewisburg defeating Milton 49-6.

Blue Shoe, Red Shoe: Annual Trophy a Prize Between Muncy and Montgomery

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 37 weeks ago
The Old Shoe trophy

For the 51st consecutive year, an annual grudge match between rivaling football teams is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 2, kicking off the regular season of PIAA varsity football in Lycoming County.

Born out of a half-practical joke in 1961, the Old Shoe Trophy remains the ultimate prize as Muncy and neighboring Montgomery meet this year at 7 p.m. on Montgomery soil. more»

Mailbox Baseball in Franklin and Jordan Townships

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 37 weeks ago

Mailbox Baseball in Franklin and Jordan Townships – PSP Montoursville say six mailboxes were reported damaged during the overnight hours of Aug. 14. Trooper Christine Fye said mailboxes were smashed on Funston and German roads in Franklin Township, and on Gordner Road in Jordan Township between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. Anyone with information is asked to contact 570.368.5700. more»

Breen, Donald R.

1 year 37 weeks ago

Donald R. Breen

November 29, 1943 ~ August 27, 2011

Donald R. Breen, 67, of Williamsport, died Saturday, August 27, 2011 at his home.

Born November 29, 1943 in Williamsport, he was a son of Paul B. and Mary C. Burchanowski Breen. more»

Triplett, Kirt

1 year 38 weeks ago

Kirt Triplett

(April 5, 1928 - August 22, 2011)

Kirt Triplett, 83, of Montgomery, passed away at home surrounded by family, caregivers and Hospice.
 
Kirt was a veteran of the Army Air Force and a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 743, Montgomery, where he served as past Commander. more»

Dick, Raymond L.

1 year 39 weeks ago

Raymond L. Dick

 

January 24, 1940 ~ August 16, 2011

 

Raymond L. Dick, 71, of Williamsport, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at the Rose View Nursing Center.

 

Born in Lock Haven, on January 24, 1940, he was the son of Chester L. Dick and Eleanor Holt Porter.

  more»

Young, Larry E. “Snake”

1 year 39 weeks ago

Larry E. “Snake” Young

 

August 23, 1945 ~ August 16, 2011

 

Larry E. “Snake” Young, 65, of 33 Clinton Dr., Montgomery, went to the Lord, Tuesday, August 16, 2011.

Born August 23, 1945 in Muncy, he was a son of the late Melvin L. and Hazel E. (Newcomer) Young. more»

Powers, Dora C. “Chris”

1 year 39 weeks ago

Dora C. “Chris” Powers

October 26, 1942 ~ August 13, 2011

Dora C. “Chris” Powers, 68, of 423 School House Road, Montgomery, died on Saturday, August 13, 2011, at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center.  

Born October 26, 1942 in Salina, Kansas, she was a daughter of the late Charles Raymond and Alberta Naomi (Carrick) Moorman. more»

Senator’s House Damaged

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1 year 39 weeks ago

Senator’s House Damaged – PSP Montoursville report an incident of criminal mischief which occurred during a half-hour period of time on Tuesday, Aug. 9 in Loyalsock Township. Trooper John Maggs said an unknown person used a paint ball gun and shot the Mountview Avenue and McConnell Road residences belonging to Senator Gene Yaw, 68, and Diane Judith Nardone, 52. more»

King, Kenneth L.

1 year 39 weeks ago

Kenneth L. King

(March 26, 1937 - August 4, 2011)
 
Kenneth L. King, 74, of Stryker Ave., Montgomery, passed away Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011, in the Harrisburg Hospital, where he had been a medical patient the past week.

Born March 26, 1937, in Gregg Township, Union County, he was the son of the late George F. and Rosellen (Robison) King. more»

Funding available through Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)

By jill livermore
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1 year 39 weeks ago

Due to the severe storms which have led to widespread flood related damages across the Northern Tier during the period of April 25–28, 2011, President Obama has issued a major disaster declaration for select counties within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania including the County of Lycoming on July 13, 2011. more»

Pillow Pet Pilfered in Muncy Creek Township

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 40 weeks ago

Pillow Pet Pilfered in Muncy Creek Township – PSP Montoursville cited a Hughesville woman for retail theft following an incident at Weis Market in Muncy Creek Township. Trooper Michael Shipman said Christy Koch, 28, carried away a pillow pet, valued at $12.99, without paying for the item from the business on Aug. 4 shortly after 1:30 p.m. more»

Numerous Thefts Occur Throughout Lycoming County

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1 year 41 weeks ago

Numerous Thefts Occur Throughout Lycoming County – PSP Montoursville report numerous thefts and mischief occurring in Lycoming County, including: more»

DeVillars, Joan C.

1 year 41 weeks ago

Joan C. DeVillars

(January 28, 1937 - July 27, 2011)
 
Joan C. DeVillars, 74, a resident of Montgomery, PA, formerly of Sinclairville, NY and Kane, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 in the Geisinger Medical Center at Danville, PA. more»

Hyde, Ruth

1 year 41 weeks ago

Ruth Hyde

(September 11, 1927 - July 27, 2011)
 
Ruth L. Hyde, 83, a resident of Elimsport, PA, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 in the Williamsport Regional Medical Center while surrounded by her loving family. more»

Francis, Shirley Mae

1 year 43 weeks ago

Shirley Mae Francis

September 12, 1935 ~ July 19, 2011 more»

Route 15 Closed at Crash Scene South of Route 54 near Montgomery

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 43 weeks ago

2 p.m. UPDATE: The crash scene is cleared; Route 15 is reopened to traffic.

Montoursville - Motorists in lower Lycoming County are advised that Route 15 is currently closed at the scene of a crash between Route 54 near Montgomery and Route 44 at Allenwood.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area for the time being. more»

Early Morning Pursuit Ends in Prison for Williamsport Male

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 43 weeks ago

Early Morning Pursuit Ends in Prison for Williamsport Male – PSP Montoursville presented numerous charges against a Williamsport man after he led them on a high speed pursuit. Trooper Travis Pena said Charles Robinson, 21, was traveling at a high rate of speed on Route 220 south bound in the area of Quenshukeny Road around 1:15 a.m. this morning. more»

Bryan, Ira T.

1 year 43 weeks ago

Ira T. Bryan

(November 26, 1925 - July 14, 2011)
 
Ira T. Bryan, 85, of Picture Rocks, died Thursday, July 14, 2011, at the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit. more»

Crews from local fire departments

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 44 weeks ago

Crews from local fire departments and emergency personnel responded to the following incidents on Monday, July 12:
•    1:33 a.m., carbon monoxide alarm, 602 Tanglewood Road, Muncy Creek; Muncy Area dispatched.
•    7:10 a.m., wires down, 1600 block of Northway Road Extension, Loyalsock Township; township responded. more»

Old Montgomery Pike Road Intersection Realignment Detailed

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 44 weeks ago

Montoursville - As part of the Route 15 safety project currently under construction between South Williamsport and Route 54 near Montgomery, the intersection with Old Montgomery Pike Road at Route 15 in Armstrong Township will be realigned.

Starting Monday, July 18, Old Montgomery Pike Road will be closed at its intersection with Route 15. more»

Ward, Dorothy Jean

1 year 44 weeks ago

Dorothy Jean Ward

June 28, 1939 ~ July 8, 2011
 
Dorothy Jean Ward, a resident of Watsontown, PA, who recently celebrated her 72nd birthday, went to be with her Lord on Friday, July 8, 2011 at her residence.

Born in New Berlin, Union County, PA, on Wednesday, June 28, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Ira and Esther (Renninger) Benfer. more»

Lights Smashed at Sewer Pump Station

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 44 weeks ago

Lights Smashed at Sewer Pump Station – PSP Montoursville report damages were done by an unknown person(s) at the Clinton Township building on Route 405 highway. Trooper Russel Ramin said during the overnight hours of July 2 a hard object was used to smash two lights at the Clinton Township sewer pump station. The lights are indicator lights when there is a problem with the pumps, Ramin said. more»

United Way Completes Funding Process

By kate pacacha, lcuw
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1 year 47 weeks ago

With the finalization of the annual funds distribution process, Lycoming County United Way (LCUW), through its various funding programs, has provided $1,356,932 to support the work of human service programs benefiting Lycoming County residents. more»

Hit-and-Run Driver Charged by Police

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 47 weeks ago

Hit-and-Run Driver Charged by Police – PSP Montoursville report an incident of hit-and-run following an accident on Wednesday, June 22 in Loyalsock Township. Trooper Daniel Spath said Faith F. Nelson, 50, of Montoursville, was traveling west on Washington Boulevard, at the Catherine Street intersection shortly after 3 a.m. more»

Smith, Florence L.

1 year 47 weeks ago

Florence L. Smith

(November 17, 1915 - June 22, 2011)
 
Florence (Toot) Smith, 95, formerly of Montgomery, PA, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 in the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit.

Born in Muncy, PA, on Wednesday, November 17, 1915, she was the daughter of the late David and Phebe (Hitesman) Leiby. more»

Elimsport Road Reopened to Traffic after Floodwaters Recede

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 47 weeks ago

Montoursville - Motorists in Lycoming County are advised that floodwaters have receded sufficiently to allow PennDOT to reopen State Route 2001 (Elimsport Road) in Brady Township, about two miles west of Route 15.

The detour is lifted. more»

Open Mic Night at Border's

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 47 weeks ago

During "open mic" night at Border's books store at the Lycoming Mall, Muncy, Morgan Patterson and her sister, Bethanie perofrmed a few selections. "Open mic" night is every Friday, from 7 to 9 p.m.

District 4 All-Star Football Game Set For Kickoff

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 47 weeks ago

The South Williamsport Lions Club will once again be hosting the PIAA District 4 All-Star Football Game at Rodney K. Morgans Stadium in South Williamsport on Friday, June 24.  Kickoff is at 7 p.m. more»

Simple Assault Lands Williamsport Man in Jail

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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1 year 48 weeks ago

Simple Assault Lands Williamsport Man in Jail – PSP Montoursville report a 51-year-old man pushed a woman into a bathtub during a domestic dispute in Loyalsock Township. Around midnight on Saturday, June 11, Chad Ebner, of Williamsport, pushed a 39-year-old woman he knew into a bathtub during the argument, and caused injuries to her head. more»

Route 15 Microsurfacing Project Set to Start in Northern Lycoming County

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 48 weeks ago

Montoursville - A microsurfacing project along a four-mile section of Route 15 in northern Lycoming County is scheduled to start this Thursday, June 16.

Prime contractor Suit-Kote Corporation will apply a thin layer of blacktop to the existing pavement along the four-lane highway from the Buttonwood Interchange to the Tioga County line. more»

Munns, Mildred M.

1 year 48 weeks ago

Mildred M. Munns, 85, of 65 Kinsey St., Montgomery, died Saturday, June 11, 2011, at the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit.

Born December 3, 1925 in Clinton Twp., Lycoming County, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Ella (Likens) Myers. On Oct. 16, 1943, she married William Dillon Munns, who preceded her in death on May 5, 1991 after 47 years of marriage. more»

Fry, Betty L. (Willets)

1 year 49 weeks ago

Betty L. Fry, 79, of Montgomery, died Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at Muncy Valley Skilled Nursing Unit.

Born May 20, 1932 in Coudersport, she was a daughter of Herbert and Pearl Rossman Willets.

She was a homemaker and enjoyed fishing and hunting. more»

Montgomery Woman Sustains Minor Injuries

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1 year 49 weeks ago

Montgomery Woman Sustains Minor Injuries – PSP Montoursville report minor injuries for a 36-year-old woman following a one-vehicle crash on Wednesday, June 8, around 8:15 p.m. Trooper Mark B. Evans said Amber O. more»

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