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Welcome to Historic Muncy, a borough in Northcentral Pennsylvania. Muncy has nearly 2,700 residents. The friendly citizens are proud of its rich heritage and look forward to its dynamic future.

Muncy's high school American football team and that of its rival, the Montgomery's high school team, play annually for The Shoe. The trophy was created in 1961 from an old athletic shoe found in the Muncy High School locker room; the shoe has been bronzed and mounted on a wooden box.

Hit and Run in Muncy Borough

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1 year 28 weeks ago

Hit and Run in Muncy Borough – PSP Montoursville report a hit and run collision which occurred on Sunday, Nov. 27, around 3:15 p.m. Trooper Christine Fye said a vehicle traveling westbound on North Market Street struck the left front quarter panel of another vehicle as it was legally parked on the right side of the street. more»

Bear Cause of Crash in Muncy Creek Township

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1 year 29 weeks ago

Bear Cause of Crash in Muncy Creek Township – PSP Montoursville say no injuries were sustained by the driver and his passenger after hitting a bear with his car. On Nov. 21, around 7:30 p.m., Woodrow Tompkins, 41, of Coopersburg, PA and passenger Francis Martilik, 41, of Moorpark, Calif., were traveling on Interstate 180, Trooper David Walker said. more»

Bear Cause of Crash in Muncy Creek Township

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1 year 29 weeks ago

Bear Cause of Crash in Muncy Creek Township – PSP Montoursville say no injuries were sustained by the driver and his passenger after hitting a bear with his car. On Nov. 21, around 7:30 p.m., Woodrow Tompkins, 41, of Coopersburg, PA and passenger Francis Martilik, 41, of Moorpark, Calif., were traveling on Interstate 180, Trooper David Walker said. more»

Persun, Lynn

1 year 29 weeks ago

Lynn Persun more»

Hess, Harold T.

1 year 29 weeks ago

Harold T. Hess

May 16, 1916 ~ Nov.  24, 2011
 
Harold T. Hess, 95, formerly of Carpenter St., Muncy, and Rockwell Center, Milton, died Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011, at the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit, where he resided the past 14 months. more»

Linden Driver Sustains Major Injuries Following Crash

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1 year 29 weeks ago

Linden Driver Sustains Major Injuries Following Crash – PSP Montoursville cited a Linden man following a crash on Sunday, Nov. 20 in Woodward Township. Trooper Daniel Kozak said Danny R. Rockwell, 55, was traveling westbound on East New Road, negotiating a left curve when he lost control and traveled across the road, struck a school bus sign and an embankment. more»

Opp, Robert Stephen

1 year 29 weeks ago

R. Stephen Opp

(August 11, 1943 - November 21, 2011)

Robert Stephen Opp, 68, a resident of Montoursville, PA, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2011 in The Gatehouse at Williamsport, PA following a valiant battle with cancer. more»

Walters, Cindy Sue

1 year 29 weeks ago

Cindy Sue Walters

(October 4, 1962 - November 10, 2011) more»

PA Mice Invade Harrisburg, NY Rats Invade the Endless Mountains

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Dear RDA Members,
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Mixed in with disappointment at the certification of the MARC I pipeline
project and disgust with pathetic timidity of both houses of the
legislature last week, was something to be very thankful for: the Delaware
River Basin Commission's decision to cancel a scheduled vote on natural gas

Warner, Rosalie M. "Sis"

1 year 29 weeks ago

Rosalie M. “Sis” Warner more»

Schick, Mary Lou

1 year 29 weeks ago

Mary Lou Schick, 83, formerly of N. Main St., Muncy, died Monday, Nov. 21, 2011, at Rose View Center, Williamsport.

Born April 7, 1928 in Oneida, NY, she was the daughter of the late Adrian and Minnie (Zellers) Schick.  A 1946 graduate of Muncy High School, she was employed 32 years in the textile industry.  Mary Lou enjoyed playing cards and bingo. more»

Shaner, Shirley L.

1 year 29 weeks ago

Shirley L. Shaner more»

Everett Says Compromise Sought for Sunday Hunting Bill

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December 31, 1969

HARRISBURG – As the House Game and Fisheries Committee continues to work on Sunday hunting legislation, Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming), a member of that committee, said today that potential compromise language for the bill is being worked on in the wake of input from recent hearings and a high volume of comments from constituents.

Everett Says Compromise Sought for Sunday Hunting Bill

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December 31, 1969

HARRISBURG – As the House Game and Fisheries Committee continues to work on Sunday hunting legislation, Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming), a member of that committee, said today that potential compromise language for the bill is being worked on in the wake of input from recent hearings and a high volume of comments from constituents.

PennDOT Announces 21 Winners of Aviation Art Contest; Two From Lycoming County

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 29 weeks ago
Sabrina Barner, Myers Elementary, submitted this winning drawing for the aviation contest.

Winning Entries on Display in State Capitol Dec. 12 - 16

Harrisburg - Twenty-one students from across the state have been selected as division winners in the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's aviation art contest. The contest theme was "Aviation's Value to My Community." more»

Numerous Thefts Reported in Lycoming County

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1 year 29 weeks ago

Numerous Thefts Reported in Lycoming County – Pennsylvania State Police in Montoursville reported the following incidences of theft:

Loyalsock Township – Between Nov. 9 and Nov. 11, copper wiring was stolen from Bower Farm and Excavating, 2270 Warrensville Road. more»

PSP Montoursville Continue to Investigate Several Incidents of Criminal Mischief, Harassment and DUI in Lycoming County

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1 year 29 weeks ago

PSP Montoursville Continue to Investigate Several Incidents of Criminal Mischief, Harassment and DUI in Lycoming County, including:
Fairfield Township - Trooper Gary Beadle said between Friday, Nov. 18 and Monday, Nov. 21, someone spray painted the building and multiple vehicles at Spitler’s Inc. Anyone with information should contact 570.368.5700. more»

Remembrance Day in Gettysburg

By Jenna Martin Bartlett
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1 year 30 weeks ago
A view of the parade (Jenna Martin Bartlett)

For the past several years, my husband and I have always found time to make our way to Gettysburg, whether it be spring or fall, the time away from our busy lives was and always will be a treat. more»

Betzer, Robert G.

1 year 30 weeks ago

Robert G. Betzer more»

Frank, Charlene V.

1 year 30 weeks ago

Charlene V. Frank

(April 29, 1935 - November 18, 2011)

Charlene V. Frank, 76, of 1251 Memorial Avenue, died Friday, November 18, 2011 at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center.

Born April 29, 1935 in Williamsport, she was the daughter of Valentine C. “Wally” and Ora E. Snyder Hart. more»

Rose, Grace Pittenger

1 year 30 weeks ago

Grace Pittenger Rose more»

The LifeCenter Marks World Diabetes Day

By Anthony Matrisciano, BCNEPA
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1 year 30 weeks ago
Rita Billets from Watsontown, pictured above (seated) with diabetes educator Kim Wykoff, found that her blood sugar level decreased after 14 minutes of physical activity.

Susquehanna Health and Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania hosted a free health education event at The LifeCenter in the Lycoming Mall on November 14, World Diabetes Day. more»

Christmas Comes Early to the Muncy Historical Society with Reading and Book Signing

By Linda Poulton, Muncy Historical Society
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1 year 30 weeks ago
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MUNCY -- On Saturday, December 3 at 10 a.m., a flannel nightgown-clad Bob Dunkelberger will seat himself in front of the Muncy Historical Society’s fireplace to read Clement Clarke Moore’s “The Night Before Christmas” classic. more»

Burglary Reported in Muncy Creek Township

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1 year 30 weeks ago

Burglary Reported in Muncy Creek Township – PSP Montoursville reported a burglary which occurred in Park Place last week. Trooper Russell Ramin said someone entered the residence of Anne Baxter Schamell, 70, of 109 Park Place North on Saturday, Nov. 12. Ramin said Schamell’s door was unlocked at the time, between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. more»

Flooded State Roads in North Central PA

By rick mason, penndot
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1 year 30 weeks ago

Roads with known longer-term bridge closures on them start as ****. They will remain closed until repaired or replaced, depending on the extent of flood damage. In addition, many of the closed roads will require extensive repairs before they are safe to reopen. (detours listed) more»

Marcellus Shale Impact Fee Legislation Clears House, Says Everett

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December 31, 1969

HARRISBURG – Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) said today he voted to approve House Bill 1950, which contains the House version of a Marcellus Shale impact fee. The vote on final passage was 107 to 76.

Marcellus Shale Impact Fee Legislation Clears House, Says Everett

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December 31, 1969

HARRISBURG – Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) said today he voted to approve House Bill 1950, which contains the House version of a Marcellus Shale impact fee. The vote on final passage was 107 to 76.

Newman, Dennis C. “Denny”

1 year 30 weeks ago

Dennis C Newman more»

Event tomorrow, crucial need for your comments, a lousy piece of legislation, State College rally

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Dear RDA Members and any former military psy-ops officers who now work for
the gas companies monitoring us,
In this vital week for the future of Pennsylvania, we focus on an upcoming
seminar, a crucial need for public comment, a lousy piece of legislation
and a rally in State College.

Eleven Site Emergency-Repair Projects in Lycoming County Start Today

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 30 weeks ago

Montoursville - LTT Trucking, LLC is the contractor for a $210,105 flood-recovery project at 11 bridge sites in Lycoming County. Work starts tomorrow, with completion scheduled by Dec. 19.

The sites are as follows: more»

Attempted Robbery in Clinton County

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1 year 30 weeks ago

Attempted Robbery in Clinton County – PSP Lamar report an incident of attempted robbery which occurred in Castanea Township on Monday, Nov. 4. Trooper Kimberly Patterson said around 11:45 a.m., two unknown white males entered the Fuel-On store and tried to open the cash registered without success. more»

'Box City' Event in Muncy Raises Homeless and Hunger Awareness in Lycoming County

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 31 weeks ago
Julia Garverick, Sondra Willow and Mikaela Brown, all of Muncy, were just a few of the youths participating in a hunger and homeless awareness event last weekend.

This week marks the observance of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week in the United States, and a group of local teens hoped to make a difference in their community last weekend. more»

Montour Preserve Wildlife Art Expo

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 31 weeks ago

CSAs in Lycoming County a Sprouting Business

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 31 weeks ago
Raspberries, and blueberries and snow peas--oh my! This is a typical half-share offered by Little Red Hen CSA.

One of the better financial decisions my husband, Rod, and I made this year involved a CSA. CSA, you ask? What might that mean?

According to www.localharvest.org, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer over the last 20 years. more»

Klimash, John

1 year 31 weeks ago

John Klimash

Aug. 12, 1920 ~ Nov. 4, 2011

John Klimash, 91, of Ponderosa Drive, Muncy and formerly of Waymart, died Friday, November 4, 2011 at his home surrounded by his family. more»

PSP Charge Lycoming County Motorists With Suspected DUI

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1 year 31 weeks ago

PSP Charge Lycoming County Motorists With Suspected DUI – Montoursville police filed DUI charges on the following motorists: more»

Public perception, water quality, air quality, and a dire piece of pro-industry legislation

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**Dear RDA Members,*
*This week, we share news about public perception, water quality, air
quality, and a dire piece of pro-industry legislation.*
*Public Perception*
We are all bombarded with gas industry-sponsored ads on television, radio,
billboards, and print media. Although many folks are savvy enough to

Williamsport Motorist Passed Out From Allegedly Huffing Nitrous Oxide

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1 year 31 weeks ago

Williamsport Motorist Passed Out From Allegedly Huffing Nitrous Oxide – PSP Montoursville filed DUI charges against a 21-year-old Williamsport man following a crash last month. Trooper Brandon Schrawder said on Oct. 13, shortly after 7:30 p.m., state police responded to a vehicle crash on Route 220 at Pine Run Road in Woodward Township. Ian D. more»

Festival of Trees Entries Needed

By Anthony Perrotta
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1 year 31 weeks ago
A patriotic Christmas ornament graces a Christmas tree.

Ninth Annual Fundraiser for The Salvation Army

Entries are being accepted now through November 11 for the Festival of Trees fundraiser competition held each year in the Lycoming Mall.  Individuals, businesses, civic groups and churches are invited to participate and sponsor a tree.  more»

Karschner, Martha J.

1 year 31 weeks ago

Martha Jane Karschner

(November 24, 1938 - November 6, 2011) more»

Gambrell, Ellen Akers

1 year 31 weeks ago

Ellen Akers Gambrell

(December 5, 1934 - November 4, 2011) more»

"Arsenic and Old Lace" in Muncy

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 32 weeks ago
Cast members of "Arsenic and Old Lace," to be performed this weekend at Muncy High School, directed by Bob Taylor

Under the direction of Bob Taylor, of Custom Taylored Productions, students at Muncy High School will present "Arsenic and Old Lace," a farcical dark comedy revolving around Mortimer Brewster (portrayed by Yanni Pashikis), a drama critic who must deal with his crazy, homicidal family and local police in Brooklyn, NY, as he debates whether to go through with his recent promise to marry Helen, (O more»

PSP Montoursville Cite Mischief, Harassment Incidents in Lycoming County

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1 year 32 weeks ago

PSP Montoursville Cite Mischief, Harassment Incidents in Lycoming County – Pennsylvania State Police reported the following incidents: more»

Econo Lodge Room Burglary in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County

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1 year 32 weeks ago

Econo Lodge Room Burglary in Loyalsock Township - PSP Montoursville report a burglary which occurred Tuesday, Oct. 11 around 8 p.m. Trooper Travis Pena said an unknown black female arrived at the room where Jeffrey Olsen was staying at the Econo Lodge and stole Olsen's wallet from his room. more»

Muncy Historical Society hosts juried exhibition of fine arts and contemporary crafts made in Pennsylvania

By Linda Poulton, Muncy Historical Society
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1 year 32 weeks ago
Let Us Play painting by Bruce Storm.

MUNCY –The fifth annual Regional Invitational Artist Exhibition and Sale will be held on Friday, Nov. 4, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 5, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Muncy Creek Community Volunteer Fire Hall, 2355 State Rte. 442, Clarkstown/Muncy. Geringer Social Hall, the previous location for the show, was extensively damaged by September flooding. more»

Ice a Factor in Three Separate Lycoming County Crashes

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 32 weeks ago

Ice a Factor in Three Separate Lycoming County Crashes – PSP Montoursville cited an icy roadway as the casual factor in two separate vehicular accidents earlier this week. Trooper Russel Ramin said minor injuries were sustained in the first accident which occurred at 2 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 30 in Muncy Creek Township. Linda A. Banks, 48, and her passenger, 39-year-old Robert C. more»

Muncy Devours Hughesville in Contest

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 32 weeks ago
Cody Parsons, Michael Knier and Chris Secules, members of the varsity football squad representing Muncy, with their wing trophy.

It was a different sort of neighboring rivalry on Wednesday, Nov. 2, two days before the Muncy / Hughesville backyard football brawl. Instead of tackling each other, members of both varsity football squads tackled hot wings in a friendly eating exhibition which took place for the second year in Hughesville. more»

Peterman, Pauline R.

1 year 32 weeks ago

Pauline R. Peterman

Nov. 4, 1916 ~ Nov. 1, 2011 more»

Houseknecht, Stanley T.

1 year 33 weeks ago

Stanley T. Houseknecht more»

Sommers, Nyle E. “Abe”

1 year 33 weeks ago

Nyle E. Sommers

(January 18, 1920 - October 30, 2011)

“Pay honor to this hero for a Veteran died today.”

Nyle E. “Abe” Sommers, 91, of Shetler Road, Muncy, passed away Sunday, October 30, 2011 at the Bloomsburg Healthcare Center. more»

McCarty, Danny M. Sr.

1 year 33 weeks ago

Danny M. McCarty, Sr.

(September 7, 1948 - October 27, 2011)

Danny M. McCarty, Sr., 63, a resident of Montgomery, PA, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at his residence following a brief illness. more»

Motorist Cited after Crash in Muncy Creek Township

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1 year 33 weeks ago

Motorist Cited after Crash in Muncy Creek Township – PSP Montoursville cited a Lebanon man for driving too fast and for a front seat passenger who was not restrained following an accident on Thursday, Oct. 27. Trooper Michael Shipman said around 8:50 p.m., Michael A. Cruz, 20, was traveling west on Interstate 180 approximately a half east of the Main Street exit. more»

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