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Sen. Yaw: PHMC Awards Cultural and Historical Support Grants

By Lycoming News | Dec 11, 2023

The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) has recently announced the recipients of the Cultural and Historical Support Grants in the 23rd District. A total of $24,000 has been awarded to six eligible museums and official county historical societies in North Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania.Senator Gene Yaw, representing the 23rd Senatorial District, expressed his enthusiasm for the grant recipients, stating, "The 23rd Senatorial District is home to some great museums and historical societies, which exhibit the rich history that we have in North Central...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Clinton County in week ending Dec. 9 2023?

By Lycoming News | Dec 10, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Clinton County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lycoming News area weekly mass times

By Lycoming News | Dec 9, 2023

The following parishes in the Lycoming News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Senator Yaw Recognizes Retiring Lycoming County Commissioners

By Lycoming News | Dec 8, 2023

Senator Gene Yaw, a Republican representing the 23rd district, recently honored the retirement of two long-serving Lycoming County Commissioners, Tony Mussare and Rick Mirabito. Sen. Yaw expressed his appreciation for their years of dedicated service to the county and commended them for their contributions to the region and its residents."Tony and Rick have been trusted friends and colleagues in Lycoming County over the years," Sen. Yaw stated. "I commend them on their many contributions to our region and its residents and wish them all the best in their next chapters."...

Meeting to Consider HB 1478: Allowing Dental Hygiene Practitioners to Perform School Dental Screenings

By Lycoming News | Dec 8, 2023

The Senate Education Committee is set to convene a meeting to deliberate on House Bill 1478, which proposes an amendment to the Public School Code of 1949. The bill, introduced by Representative Cephas, aims to grant public health dental hygiene practitioners the authority to conduct dental screenings in schools.The meeting is scheduled to take place on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 12:50 p.m. in the Rules Committee Conference Room. The primary focus of the discussion will be the potential benefits and implications of allowing dental hygiene practitioners to perform...

Flick to Host DCNR Grants Seminar

By Lycoming News | Dec 6, 2023

Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) will be hosting a seminar to provide information about grants available through the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). The seminar will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon at New Trail Brewing Company in Williamsport.According to Flick, the seminar is a valuable opportunity for individuals and community organizations to learn about the grant resources that DCNR may provide for the 83rd District. Flick stated, "We share a beautiful community, and it is important to think of what it will need...

Op-ed: Refund Due for Pitt’s Poor Work

By Lycoming News | Dec 5, 2023

Late this summer, the University of Pittsburgh released a study by the School of Public Health examining the health impacts of shale gas development in southwestern Pennsylvania. The study, funded by a $2.5 million state grant under contract with the Pennsylvania Department of Health in 2020, is being criticized for being misleading and disingenuous.The lead researcher of the study, Dr. Evelyn O. Talbott, has previously expressed opposition to natural gas. This has raised concerns about the objectivity of the study. Despite claims that the study would provide scientific...

Senator Yaw and Senate Leadership Oppose DEP's Environmental Justice Policy

By Lycoming News | Dec 5, 2023

Senator Gene Yaw, along with Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward, Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman, and Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Scott Martin, have publicly voiced their opposition to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) Interim Final Environmental Justice Policy. In a letter sent on November 30th, the senators expressed concerns about the potential negative impact of the policy on the state's permitting process and economy.The letter highlights the senators' belief that the policy will only serve to complicate the permitting...

Penn College wrestling wins first-ever team tournament title

By Lycoming News | Dec 2, 2023

Penn College's wrestling team achieved a significant milestone by winning its first team tournament title at the RIT Invite in Rochester, New York. The Wildcats outperformed 13 other teams, accumulating 138.5 points to secure the top spot. Host RIT followed with 129 points, and Williams College, ranked 21st in the National Wrestling Coaches Association Tournament Team poll, finished third with 128.5 points.

Lycoming News area weekly mass times

By Lycoming News | Dec 2, 2023

The following parishes in the Lycoming News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Penn College falls out of top wrestling rankings; Isaac Cory rises

By Lycoming News | Dec 1, 2023

In the latest National Wrestling Coaches Association Division III Tournament Team Rankings, Penn College has fallen out of the top 25. Previously tied at No. 23 in the preseason poll, the Wildcats are no longer listed among the top teams in this first regular season release.

Education Funding Front and Center at Hazleton Hearing

By Lycoming News | Dec 1, 2023

HAZLETON - The Basic Education Funding Commission recently held a meeting in Hazleton, bringing attention to the pressing issue of education funding. Hosted by Sen. Dave Argall, the meeting aimed to address the challenges faced by local teachers, students, parents, and taxpayers in one of the largest and most challenged school districts in the state.Argall expressed the significance of this issue, stating, "There is no issue I hear about more from my constituents than our unfair, unconstitutional school funding system." He invited the commission to Hazleton to gain...