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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.

Bartlow, Bernice L. “Tooty”

1 year 46 weeks ago

Bernice L. "Tooty" Bartlow

(November 20, 1923 - June 29, 2011)
 
Bernice L. “Tooty” Bartlow, 87, of Muncy, died Wednesday, June 29, 2011, at her home.

She was born November 20, 1923, in Picture Rocks, a daughter of the late Alvin H. and Mary E. George Clark. Her husband of 47 years, Sylvester P. Bartlow, preceded her in death on October 13, 1990. more»

Poust, Henrietta E. “Betty”

1 year 46 weeks ago

Henrietta E. "Betty" Poust

(July 24, 1921 - June 29, 2011)
 
Henrietta E. “Betty” Poust, 89, of Muncy, died Wednesday, June 29, 2011, at her daughter’s home.

Born July 24, 1921, in Muncy Creek Township, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Grace Hagenbaugh Waltman. Her husband of 66 years, Carl W. Poust, preceded her in death on May 30, 2005. more»

Yocum, John D. Sr.

1 year 46 weeks ago

John D. Yocum, Sr.

(October 30, 1927 - July 1, 2011)

John D. Yocum, Sr., 83, a resident of Montoursville and formerly of Pennsdale, passed away on Friday, July 1, 2011 in the ManorCare Health Services-North in Williamsport.

Born in Mahoning Twp., Montour County, on Sunday, October 30, 1927, he was the son of the late Russell and Martha (Hunt) Yocum. more»

Storage Units Robbed in Loyalsock Township

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1 year 46 weeks ago

Storage Units Robbed in Loyalsock Township – PSP Montoursville report a burglary which occurred during the overnight hours of June 17. In the commission of this crime, unknown persons broke into three storage units within AA Self Storage, 2480 Lycoming Creek Road in Loyalsock Township, removing several items and fleeing the scene. more»

Wertman, C. Gordon

1 year 46 weeks ago

C. Gordon Wertman
(April 13, 1925 - June 30, 2011)
 
C. Gordon Wertman, age 86, of Ross Township, Ohio, passed away early Thursday morning June 30, 2011 at Berkley Square Retirement Community.
He was born on April 13, 1925 in Muncy, Pennsylvania, the son of Oliver and Emily (Fahnestock) Wertman. more»

Graves, Shirley A.

1 year 47 weeks ago

Shirley A. Graves

(November 24, 1948 - June 26, 2011)
 
Shirley A. Graves, 62, of North Park Place, Muncy, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2011 at the Muncy Valley Hospital.

Born, November 24, 1948 in Muncy, she was the daughter of William E. and Gladys (Laidacker) Crawford. more»

Everett Says Approved State Budget Cuts Spending, Repairs Deficit

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December 31, 1969

HARRISBURG – Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) today said the newly approved state budget begins to restore fiscal sanity to the Commonwealth by controlling spending, closing a $4 billion deficit, and marks the first time in eight years that a budget was completed on time.

Everett Says Approved State Budget Cuts Spending, Repairs Deficit

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December 31, 1969

HARRISBURG – Rep. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming) today said the newly approved state budget begins to restore fiscal sanity to the Commonwealth by controlling spending, closing a $4 billion deficit, and marks the first time in eight years that a budget was completed on time.

Gas industry's Ponzi scheme, Targeting children will pro-drilling ad campaign

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Insiders Sound an Alarm Amid a Natural Gas Rush
From the New York Times, by Ian Urbina
Natural gas companies have been placing enormous bets on the wells they are
drilling, saying they will deliver big profits and provide a vast new source
of energy for the United States. But the gas may not be as easy and cheap to

Crews from local fire departments

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1 year 47 weeks ago

Crews from local fire departments and emergency personnel responded to the following incidents on Monday, June 27:
•    4:22 a.m., vehicle into building, 24 East Southern Avenue, South Williamsport; Independent, Citizens, First Ward and SHS EMS dispatched. more»

Joyriding Causes Damage in Susquehanna Township

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1 year 47 weeks ago

Joyriding Causes Damage in Susquehanna Township – PSP Montoursville continue to investigate agricultural vandalism, criminal mischief and trespassing reports which occurred during the overnight hours of June 23. more»

A Peek at Lycoming County From Above

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1 year 47 weeks ago
The Ward L. Myers Elementary School, part of the Muncy School District, sits pristinely among quiet streets and rural Muncy Creek Township.

An aerial view of Muncy, Montoursville and Williamsport recorded on Sunday, June 26, 2011. Photos and videos by John McCarty.

Renninger, Harriet June

1 year 47 weeks ago

Harriet June Renninger, 89, of 109 Park Place North, Muncy, died Saturday, June 25, 2011, at the Gatehouse in Williamsport.

Born June 2, 1922 in Montgomery, she was a daughter of the late Oscar F. and Ellen (Renn) Steele. On Oct. 29, 1966, she married John H. Renninger, who preceded her in death on Feb. 24, 1996 after 29 years of marriage. more»

Keister, Sarah M.

1 year 47 weeks ago

Sarah M. Keister, 93, formerly of 303 Buttonwood Lane, Muncy, died Saturday, June 25, 2011, at the Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit, where she resided the past eight years.

Born March 11, 1918 in Union County, she was a daughter of the late John Jacob and Vernie Catherine (Felmy) Miller. Her husband, Clarence Edward Keister, preceded her in death on June 6, 1977. more»

First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania Grants $60,000 From Tree House Fund

By erin ruhl, fcfp
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1 year 47 weeks ago

The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) is
proud to grant $60,000 to eight nonprofit organizations through its new
Tree House Fund.

The Tree House Fund was established in 2010 as FCFP’s first regional
fund that would benefit children in Bradford, Clinton, Lycoming,
Sullivan, Susquehanna and Tioga Counties.  The Fund is a regional field more»

Cyclist Sustains Minor Injuries

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1 year 47 weeks ago

Cyclist Sustains Minor Injuries – PSP Montoursville say a Linden man sustained minor injuries following a single-vehicle accident on Saturday, June 18. Trooper Russel Ramin said shortly after 6 p.m., Jeffery Cue, 53, was northbound on Route 220 at its intersection with Huffman Road in Piatt Township. 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

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1 year 48 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»

Deitrick, Betty C.

1 year 48 weeks ago

Betty C. Deitrick

(June 17, 1927 - June 22, 2011)
 
Betty C. Deitrick, 84, of Pine Street, Turbotville, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at RiverWoods, Lewisburg where she had been residing the past year. more»

Smith, Florence L.

1 year 48 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»

Hikers Reported Lost in State Park

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1 year 48 weeks ago

Hikers Reported Lost in State Park – Emergency personnel from the Mildred Fire Station in Sullivan County responded to a report of lost hikers during the overnight hours. According to Lycoming County Communications Center, shortly after 12:30 a.m. this morning, crews began canvassing the area for lost hikers in the area of 695 Route 487 Highway in the Ricketts Glen State Park. more»

Gun Fired at House in Eldred Township

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1 year 48 weeks ago

Gun Fired at House in Eldred Township – PSP Montoursville continue to investigate a report of reckless endangerment which occurred Monday, June 13. Between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m., someone fire a gun at the home of Sandra Louise Baker, 60, of Williamsport. Trooper Gary Beadle said a bullet traveled through Baker’s storm and glass window located at 5829 Warrensville Road. more»

Poison Pill Legislation, RDA event tonight, Epic No Frack in Ithaca

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**TONIGHT!***
*GAS DRILLING…**Stories from the front lines** *
*7 - 9 pm, Tuesday June 21st*
*Becht Community Center Gymnasium*
(Located in Loyalsock Township, corner of Clayton and Sheridan St – use
north entrance)
*Weston Wilson**, *retired EPA Scientist
*Tara Meixsell, *author of *Collateral Damage*

Open Mic Night at Border's

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1 year 48 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.

Gun Fired at ATV Riders

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1 year 48 weeks ago

Gun Fired at ATV Riders – PSP Montoursville report an incident of reckless endangerment which occurred Saturday, June 11 in Cogan House Township. Trooper Beadle said around 12:30 p.m., Michael Harding, 36, and Nathan Godiska, both of Allentown, were riding ATVs on a trail area between Cogan House Road and Cemetery Road. more»

District 4 All-Star Football Game Set For Kickoff

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1 year 48 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»

Kids in The Kitchen Program Helps Make Healthy Eating Fun

By amy brink, susquehanna health
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1 year 48 weeks ago

On Thursday, June 23, children ages 5-11 and their parent or guardian are invited to attend a fun-filled, free program to learn how to choose and prepare healthy foods to grow up strong and fit. The Kids in the Kitchen program will be held at Susquehanna Health’s The LifeCenterTM, in the Bon-Ton/JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall. more»

Simple Assault Lands Williamsport Man in Jail

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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»

Huffman, Elmer M.

1 year 49 weeks ago

Elmer M. Huffman, 85, formerly of Muncy, died Wednesday, June 15, 2011, at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center.

Born August 26, 1925, in Dry Fork, West Virginia, he was a son of the late Henry and Bess Flanagan Huffman. His wife of 53 years, the former Gloria L. Warren, preceded him in death on January 13, 2006. more»

Lycoming County River Lot Theft

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1 year 49 weeks ago

Lycoming County River Lot Theft – PSP Montoursville report a theft occurring on Sunday, June 5, in Woodward Township. Trooper Mitchell McMunn said an unknown person stole an ATV from a river lot on Water Street between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and midnight. The ATV, which belongs to Adam Kordes, 33, of Jersey Shore, was later recovered by DCNR in the area of 973 West near Pine Creek. more»

Attempted Robbery in Loyalsock Township

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1 year 49 weeks ago

Attempted Robbery in Loyalsock Township – PSP Montoursville continue their investigation of an attempted robbery on Monday, June 13. more»

Truck Strikes Horse in Muncy Creek

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1 year 49 weeks ago

Truck Strikes Horse in Muncy Creek – PSP Montoursville are seeking the owner of a horse that died after it was struck on Interstate 180 early this morning. Trooper Doebler said Brian Myer, 41, of Morris, PA, the driver of a white 2001 Peterbilt truck, was traveling east on I-180 in the right hand lane at mile marker 11 around 3:30 a.m. more»

Pipeline Plan, Designed To Deceive

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Picnics Not Pipelines
Lycoming, Sullivan and Bradford counties have long provided outdoor
recreation, river gateways, rolling hills, family farms, river towns,
historic districts and quaint rural villages. PA’s Endless Mountain region
helps to bolster the state's $26-billion-a-year tourism industry. But

IPod Stolen From Vehicle

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1 year 49 weeks ago

IPod Stolen From Vehicle – PSP Montoursville report incidents of theft and criminal mischief which occurred last week in Loyalsock Township. Trooper Buynak said between the hours of 3 a.m. and 7 a.m., an unknown actor broke the front passenger side window of Rick Wyland, 51, of 924 Cemetery Street. The person then stole an IPod Touch that belonged to David Wyland, 24. more»

New Jersey Doctor with Ties to Muncy Inducted into Academic Hall of Fame

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 49 weeks ago
Muncy High School Principal Timothy Welliver (left) and Dr. Greg Herman, (right) at commencement exercises last Friday. Dr. Herman was inducted into the school's Academic Hall of Fame.

A Woodbury, New Jersey family physician was bestowed the honor as Muncy High School’s current inductee into its Academic Hall of Fame during commencement exercises last Friday.

Dr. Gregory Herman, son of Edward and Sylvia Herman, of Muncy, graduated from Muncy High School as the valedictorian of the class of 1980. more»

Deer Cause Two Separate Vehicle Accidents in Lycoming County

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1 year 49 weeks ago

Deer Cause Two Separate Vehicle Accidents in Lycoming County – PSP Montoursville cite deer as the causal factor in two separate accidents that occurred in Muncy Creek and Jordan Townships. 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»

Powerful Windstorm Wreaks Havoc in Muncy Creek Township

By Cindy Knier
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1 year 49 weeks ago

A brief but powerful thunderstorm ripped the roof from a house, downed trees and left the Muncy region without power for several hours late Thursday afternoon.

Weather authorities determined that it was not a tornado, but the force of 80-mile-per-hour winds that caused the devastation. more»

Stutzman, Margaret E.

1 year 50 weeks ago

Margaret E. Stutzman

(April 29, 1927 - June 7, 2011)
 
Margaret E. Stutzman, 84, of Hughesville, died Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at her home.

Born April 29, 1927, in Hughesville, she was a daughter of the late Joseph H. and Mary Agnes McClintock Siegfried. more»

Charles, Mildred R. “Millie”

1 year 50 weeks ago

Mildred R. "Millie" Charles

(February 28, 1925 - June 7, 2011)
 
Mildred R. “Millie” Charles, 86, formerly of Sonestown, died Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at Rose View Center.
Born February 28, 1925, in Muncy, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Ruth Remalui Hacker. Her husband of 58 years, Glen Charles, preceded her in death on December 5, 2000. more»

McCormick, Raymond M.

1 year 50 weeks ago

Raymond M. McCormick

(December 21, 1946 - June 3, 2011)
 
Raymond M. McCormick 64, of Michael Hollow Rd. Muncy passed away Friday June 3, 2011 at Manor Care Williamsport.

Born Dec. 21, 1946 in Watsontown, he was the son of the late Raymond F. and Vivian (Michael) McCormick. more»

Muncy Valley Hospital Lawn Party Slated for June 18

By gwynne kinley, Susquehanna health
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1 year 50 weeks ago
The finish line at the annual Irv Zablocky run, held during the Lawn Party at Muncy Valley Hospital.

The public is invited to attend Muncy Valley Hospital’s 28th Annual Lawn Party scheduled Saturday, June 18 from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the hospital.

Party activities begin with a hearty breakfast from 6:30 to-11 a.m. more»

Two Dozen Bridges Preservation Contract in Lycoming County Starts June 13

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 50 weeks ago

Montoursville - On June 13, a PennDOT contractor will begin a bridge preservation contract that involves deck treatments on 24 state bridges spread across Lycoming County. more»

Route 405/442 Accident

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1 year 50 weeks ago

Minor Injury on Four Mile Drive – PSP Montoursville report a driver sustained minor injuries during a two-vehicle accident in Loyalsock Township last Thursday. Investigator Trevor Danko said shortly before 5 p.m. as Laurie L. more»

Drilling chemicals spilled along Wallis Run Road

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**“Unknown but not hazardous”*
*DEP’s claim is no confidence-builder*
*A first hand account of Saturday’s gas industry spill, *
*written by RDA Board member Barb Jarmoska.*
The skies clouded over and a gentle rain began. The change in the weather on
Saturday caused Steve Marquardt, out riding his new motorcycle, to head for

Forgacs, Anne Wahl

1 year 50 weeks ago

Anne Wahl Forgacs, 82, of 322 W. Penn St., Muncy, died Sunday, June 5, 2011 at her home following a long illness.

Born on May 31, 1929 in State College she was the daughter of the late Dr. Herbert Alexander and Ethel (Shaeffer) Wahl. She graduated from State College High School and received a B.S. in Secondary Education from Pennsylvania State University in Business. more»

AARP Driver Safety Four-Hour Refresher Course Scheduled June 9

By amy brink, susquehanna health
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1 year 50 weeks ago

A four-hour AARP Drivers Safety Refresher course will be held Thursday, June 9 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at The LifeCenter, Bon-Ton/JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall for individuals who have previously completed the two-day, eight-hour course. The cost is $12 for AARP members or $14 for non-members. Prepayment is required. more»

Texas Man Charged with DUI

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1 year 50 weeks ago

Texas Man Charged with DUI – PSP Montoursville will charge a Texas man with DUI after he was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol during a traffic stop. Trooper Daniel Spath said Rafael Angel Moreno, 29, was taken into custody and transported to the Williamsport Hospital DUI processing center on Sunday, June 5, shortly before 3 a.m. more»

Knopp, Ralph E.

1 year 50 weeks ago

Ralph E. Knopp

(April 30, 1928 - June 3, 2011)
 
Ralph E. Knopp, 83, a resident of Sulphur Road, Muncy, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 3, 2011 at his residence following an extended illness.

Born in Shamokin, PA, on Monday, April 30, 1928, he was the son of the late William Ralph and M. Beatrice (Weikel) Knopp. more»

Physics and Fun Shows “Cool” Side of Science as Susquehanna Health Kids Science Day Comes to Lycoming Mall

By tracie witter, susquehanna health
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1 year 50 weeks ago

Susquehanna Health Kids Science Day, sponsored by Susquehanna Health, will be held at the Lycoming Mall on Wednesday, June 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. with a second session from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. more»

Williamsport Driver Trapped in Car for Over 12 Hours

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1 year 51 weeks ago

Williamsport Driver Trapped in Car for Over 12 Hours – PSP Montoursville reports a Williamsport man sustained minor injuries after swerving to miss a deer in Anthony Township. Trooper Johnathan B. Buynak said Richard L. Kelley, 63, was traveling eastbound on Turkey Path Road around 9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1 when a deer ran out in front of the 1994 Ford Rangers he was driving. more»

Used Child Seat Collection Scheduled June 8 in Lycoming County

By RICK MASON, penndot
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1 year 51 weeks ago

Montoursville - Several area organizations are co-sponsoring a used child seat collection or "bounty" for Wednesday, June 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Burger King Restaurant, 180 South Lycoming Mall Road near Muncy. The bounty is being held during the current "Click It or Ticket" campaign to heighten awareness of seat belt use and occupant protection. more»

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