Superintendent talks new Lewisburg high school
SUNBURY — The building of a new high school has been a topic of debate in Lewisburg, and district leaders Tuesday defended their decision to build. Lewisburg Superintendent Dr. Mark DiRocco and...
View ArticleUnique Christmas performance this weekend
LEWISBURG — As they say in the movie Elf, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. The Susquehanna Valley Chorale will be spreading the cheer this weekend with their...
View ArticleHalf-mill increase in Union County budget
LEWISBURG — The Union County Commissioners passed their 2014 budget Monday. It includes a real estate tax increase says Commissioner John Showers. “It does reflect a fairly stable financial plan for...
View ArticleEvan welcomes first baby of 2014
LEWISBURG — Evangelical Community Hospital welcomed its first baby of 2014 on New Years Day. Brian and Heather Harrison of Watsontown welcomed Jaydin Harrison into the world at 12:09p.m. Wednesday....
View ArticleVIDEO HERE: Local dancers perform on national stage
LEWISBURG — Thirteen local dancers were part of the Orange Bowl halftime show Friday in Miami. The dancers from Lewisburg Dance Conservatory, along with their director Jayme Klinger Host joined...
View ArticleSuperintendents say decision to close is tough
SELINSGROVE — As many schools across The Valley closed Tuesday, you may be curious as to how districts make the big decision. Area superintendents say it is a complex process with many factors....
View ArticleVIDEO HERE: Chamber members get moving
LEWISBURG – A Bucknell graduate got members of the Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce up and moving recently. Nisan Trotter was a recent guest at the chamber’s monthly meeting and gave...
View ArticleSBDC to help future business owners
LEWISBURG – Have you ever said, “I should start my own business?” Do you dream of starting a company of your own? The Bucknell Small Business Development Center is holding a two hour informative...
View ArticleMan jailed after breaking into a Lewisburg home
LEWISBURG — A Wilkes-Barre man and Bucknell University graduate is in jail after police say he broke into a Lewisburg home. 24-year-old Adam Healey reportedly broke into a home on North Fourth Street...
View ArticleLewisburg man in custody after a foot chase
LEWISBURG – A Lewisburg man is behind bars in the Union County Prison after a foot chase with police yesterday afternoon. State police say 33-year-old Jesus Santana Reyes was caught stealing from...
View ArticleLewisburg building plans still facing opposition
LEWISBURG — While some people continue to oppose the building of a new Lewisburg High School, Superintendent Dr. Mark DiRocco says the district is moving forward. “Absolutely,” DiRocco said. “The...
View ArticleLewisburg ice festival ‘frozen perfection’
LEWISBURG – The annual Lewisburg Ice Festival, and Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy Festival, were ‘delicious frozen perfection’ according to one of the folks attending the annual downtown events. Hundreds...
View ArticleState police take over Gricar disappearance case
BELLEFONTE – Pennsylvania State Police have announced that they are taking over the Ray Gricar disappearance investigation. The former Centre County District Attorney has been missing since he...
View ArticleSensory Friendly Film Festival continues
SUNBURY — Action-packed, loud movies are not always comfortable for children with special needs. That is why the Geisinger Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute is continuing to feature sensory...
View ArticlePublic hearing for new Lewisburg High School
LEWISBURG – An Act 34 public hearing is planned on the proposed new high school in the Lewisburg School District. Superintendent Dr. Mark DiRocco says the hearing is a requirement of the Pennsylvania...
View ArticleAccident on Route 45 near Lewisburg
LEWISBURG — An injury accident was reported on Route 45 in Union County Tuesday afternoon. According to Emergency Services, one vehicle went off the roadway near Fox View Farm, between Mifflinburg and...
View ArticleLocal coach goes to Sochi for Paralympics
UNDATED – Kevin Bittenbender is the new chair of Union County’s 4th of July committee, but he is taking a break from that duty for the next few weeks to coach Paralympians in Sochi, Russia....
View ArticleLocal pastor explains the importance of Lent
SUNBURY — As the Lenten season begins, many folks across The Valley are preparing to fast and repent — but first they will be marked with ashes. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, and Pastor...
View ArticleIs your child safety seat installed correctly?
LEWISBURG — If you are like most parents, your child safety seat is not properly installed. That is why the folks at Evangelical Community Health and Wellness held a child safety seat check Friday at...
View ArticleGarden for free in Union County
LEWISBURG — The Union County Community Garden has a plot of land for you. Keith Smalley is a master gardener candidate, and says it is a great opportunity for anyone interested in gardening, “We have...
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