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Pool, parade should put patriot pep in your step

BURNHAM — Got a little patriotic pep left in your step. You are in business because this weekend features several America250 Celebration events. Here’s a glance at what is in store: America250 Celebration at Burnham Pool An America250 Celebration will be held at the Burnham Pool, ...

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Borough council discusses alley paving project bids

LEWISTOWN — The Lewistown Borough Council discussed open bids for its upcoming alley paving project in addition to other business on Monday. Borough Manager Julie Brooks shared the bids from contractors including Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.; Grannas Brothers, and Big Rock Construction Group that the borough received for the project. The street committee will review the open bids before making any final decisions. The bids from the three contractors include full sections and portions of five different alleys: Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. -Lehigh Alley — $141,900 -Logan Lane ...

Supervisors adopt data center ordinance

GRANVILLE — Granville Township Supervisors were met with about 100 residents Wednesday night during a heated special meeting held to vote on a data center ordinance in which some yelled and pleaded with officials. Supervisors heard nearly two hours of comments from dozens of residents. ...

Renovated Rothrock library opens new chapter

McVEYTOWN — For generations, small-town libraries have been more than places to borrow books. They have served as gathering spaces, quiet refuges and centers of community life where neighbors meet, children discover their first favorite stories and volunteers lend their time to preserve a ...

Penn State, Downtown State College partner to honor veterans

STATE COLLEGE — Penn State University and the Downtown State College Improvement District are once again partnering to recognize veterans and active-duty service members through a Military Appreciation Month banner program. The annual initiative will allow families and friends to honor military members with personalized banners that will be displayed on lamp posts throughout downtown State College during November in recognition of Military Appreciation Month. The banners are scheduled to be installed in late October and will remain on display throughout November in both 2026 and ...