Borough to begin leaf collection

LEWISTOWN — Lewistown Borough will begin fall leaf collection services on Monday and will continue until Dec. 5.

After this date, residents may bring their leaves to the borough warehouse facility at 249 Washington Ave. at no charge from 6 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Collection will be performed Monday through Friday on the next working day following your refuse collection day.

Residents who need to dispose of leaves should place them at the curb in a plastic trash bag prior to 6 a.m. on the pickup day. Borough refuse tags are not required.

Leaves are not permitted to be raked loose into the street.

Residents are reminded to not mix refuse, grass clippings, yard waste or any other materials with the leaves or they will be rejected. Residents are also not permitted to place leaves with normal refuse.

For information, call (717) 248-1331 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Geisinger offers final drive-through, walk-in flu shot event

LEWISTOWN — Geisinger is hosting its final Super Saturday flu vaccine event for the year Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Geisinger Lewistown, 21 Geisinger Lane. It is open to those age 3 and older.

Those who still need a flu shot can easily drive up and receive a shot without leaving their vehicle — no appointment needed. At locations without drive-through shots, walk-in shots are available. Flu shots are free.

Super Saturday clinics are for the flu vaccine only, but those interested in getting a COVID-19 shot or booster can schedule with their primary care physician or at a Geisinger Pharmacy via MyGeisinger, the MyChart mobile app, or by calling (570) 284-3657.

Those 65 and older can receive shots at Geisinger 65 Forward locations.

Walk-in flu shots for patients ages 6 months and older will also be available at Geisinger Pediatrics locations, including Lewistown.

Remember to wear a mask and loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the upper arm. For more information on fighting flu this season, visit geisinger.org/flu.

Garden Club announces decorating theme

LEWISTOWN — The theme for the Christmas decorating event held for Lewistown Borough residents is “A Homemade Christmas.”

At least one element of the display should be made at home.

The event is hosted by the Mifflin County Garden Club, which asks that participants send a brief email to sara@buffington.tv with the address and name of those participating. Photos will be posted on social media on Thursday, Dec. 15, and select photos will be printed in The Sentinel before Christmas.

There will be no judging. All participants will be given a rosette.