Lonoconus updates board on first weeks at Keystone

July 20, 2026

MILL HALL — Keystone Central School District Interim-Superintendent Dr. Alan Lonconus has been busy getting up-to-date after taking on the role in early July. Lonoconus has returned to the district after previously serving in an interim capacity in 2018. He is filling the spot left vacant by Dr. Francis Redmon in late June. At its voting session last week, Lonconus said it’s been a “steep learning curve these last three weeks.” “A lot has changed since I’ve been here in 2018. There’s a lot of things that are obviously similar but a little bit different,” he said ...

Mullin warns of possible prosecution for election officials in Pa., elsewhere over voter roll access

July 20, 2026

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatened on Friday to prosecute election officials in states that don’t “participate in securing the elections” ahead of the November midterms. Election officials who do not comply with administration directives to enhance security of ...

Many public libraries in Pa. are evolving into community centers. Why is their funding staying flat?

July 20, 2026

As funding remains flat and patron demands expand, public libraries in Pennsylvania need more help to maintain services for the communities that rely on them. Libraries have become not just gateways to books and the internet, but spaces for families, adults, and teens to socialize with ...

The Haven Exchange: New business downtown provides a unique dining experience

July 18, 2026

LOCK HAVEN — A building that once welcomed customers to manage their finances is now welcoming them to gather over food, drinks and conversation. After months of renovations, planning and a few last minute hurdles, Emma and Parker Everett officially opened The Haven Exchange, 104 E. ...

County to host USCA National event for third time in August

July 18, 2026

LOCK HAVEN — The West Branch of the Susquehanna River is about to be awash with activity, as Clinton County gears up to host the 2026 United States Canoe Association’s (USCA) National Canoe & Kayak Marathon Championships in early August. This is the third year the event is being held ...

KC board tables purchase of laptop carts

July 18, 2026

MILL HALL — After questions arose from members of staff during public comment, the Keystone Central School District Board of Directors tabled the purchase of 35 laptop storage carts for the 2026-2027 school year. The item was moved to the top of the board’s agenda at its voting session Thursday night when Tyler Barth, principal at Robb Elementary School, and Ashley Gilmore, a teacher at Woodward Elementary School, spoke about the proposed purchase. Barth said he’d have requested to speak prior to the meeting, but wasn’t aware of the decision to purchase these carts. He ...