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Gaberts welcome baby boy

Jared and Chelsea Gabert, of Cresson, Cambria County, announce the birth of their baby boy, Mateo Rafael Gabert, born Dec. 16, 2025, at 3:22 p.m. Mateo weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 20 inches long. Proud grandparents include Ketti Burkhardt, of Cresson, Pa.; Daile Gerhard, of Mary Esther, ...

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WHITE — Adam White and Sheena Hill, of Beech Creek, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Ivy Irene Jean White, born Dec. 22, 2025, at 11:20 a.m., at UPMC Williamsport. The baby weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19 1/4 inches long. Ivy was greeted by her mom, dad and big ...

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NEUMANN — Maureen and Jason Neumann, of Midlothian, Va., announce the birth of their daughter on Oct. 2, 2025. Bridget Mae weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 inches long. Bridget joins big brother Colin, 3 1/2, and is the granddaughter of Steve and Terry Acquino, of Swissdale, and Ken and ...

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BANEY — Kevin Baney and Amanda Butler, of Lock Haven, are the proud parents of a baby girl, Kenslee Sue Baney, born Sept. 28, 2025, at 6:06 p.m. Kenslee weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Calvin Butler and Barbara Sechrist, of Jersey Shore, and the late Brian ...

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Lock Haven boy celebrates first birthday

PHOTO PROVIDED This handsome little man is Conner Wagner, Jr. (C.j) who turned one year old on March 5, 2025. He celebrated his special day with a Bluey themed party with his family and friends. C.j says DaDa, MaMa and is working on more words. He loves doggies, Ms. Rachel and playing with ...

Keilian celebrates first birthday

Happy first birthday to Keilian C. Keen! Keilian was born on Jan. 24, 2023 to Nathan and Gina Keen, of Lock Haven. Maternal grandparents are (the former) Richard M. and Mary L. Miller, of Vowinckel, Pa. Paternal grandparents are Fred and Nancy Keen, of Lucinda, Pa. PHOTO PROVIDED

Madisyn McCarty celebrates 12th birthday

MT. HOLLY SPRINGS — This pretty little girl turned 12 years old on June 20. Madisyn Anne McCarty lives with her mom and dad, Kelly and Kevin, and her big sister, Alexandra, in Mt. Holly Springs, Pa. She will be entering the seventh grade at Yellow Breeches Middle School, South Middleton ...

Clinton County boy earns first place in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful contest

A local third grader was one of multiple students throughout the Commonwealth to take home top honors in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s 2023 Litter Hawk Youth Award Program. Josiah Haley took first place in his age group for the contest — which saw over 900 Pennsylvania kids take ...

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Area students named to fall 2025 Dean’s List at IUP

INDIANA — The following students have been named to the fall 2025 dean’s list at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Students achieve dean’s list status when they are full-time (12 or more credits) students with a grade point average of 3.25 or higher. The full list of dean’s list ...

SNHU announces Fall 2025 President’s List

MANCHESTER, NH — It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2025 President’s List. The fall terms run from September to December. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum ...

Barrile achieves Dean’s List

PHOTO PROVIDED Marissa Barrile, daughter of Dan Barrile of Fort Myers, Fla., and the granddaughter of Mary and Jerry Poponak, of Lock Haven, has been named to the Dean’s List at Rollins College in Winter Park, Fla., for the Fall 2025 Semester. Barrile is a sophomore with a dual major in ...

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Houtz — Trodahl

Christian and Robin Houtz, of Port Orchard, Wash., invite you to share in their joy as they announce the engagement of their daughter, Brandi Michele Houtz, to Jason Louis Trodahl. Jason is the son of John Trodahl, Sr. and Joyce and Tom Helms of Lewis County, Wash. Brandi is the ...

Plessinger — Kirrish

PHOTO PROVIDED David and Lea Ann Plessinger, of Lock Haven, announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Plessinger, to Nader Kirrish, son of Abed and Ghadeer Kirrish. Sarah is a graduate of Central Mountain High School and Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting ...

Hanley – Knepp

Orie and Marie Hanley, of Howard, Pa., are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Autumn, to Daniel Knepp, son of Daniel Knepp and Jennifer Freed, of Lewistown, Pa. Autumn, a graduate of Lock Haven University, is an administrative coordinator at Pennsylvania State University. ...

Etters — Swalwell

PHOTO PROVIDED Michael and Tammy Etters, of Howard, Pa., are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittany, to Joseph Swalwell. Joseph is the son of James Swalwell and Jill Johnson, of Grasonville, Md., and Kelly Kennedy and Michael Mathias of Pasadena, Md. Brittany and Joseph ...

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Santa and Mrs. Claus keep busy in area

PHOTO PROVIDED Santa and Mrs. Claus are pictured at the Wingate Faith Church just before the tree lighting ceremony earlier this month. Santa has been busy checking his naughty and nice lists and making sure the reindeer are practicing their take-offs and landings. Mrs. Claus has been busy ...

Saiers celebrate 70th wedding anniversary; renew vows

PHOTO PROVIDED Family and friends of Charlie and Dee Saiers were present on Aug. 23 to celebrate the couple’s 70th wedding anniversary and vow renewal ceremony inside the gazebo at Lock Haven Rehabilitation and Senior Living. Charlie and Dee are lifelong residents of Lock Haven and were ...

Considines celebrate 50th Anniversary

PHOTOS PROVIDED Mike and Sandy Considine, of Mill Hall, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 14, 2025 with family and friends at Hi-Ho Airbnb in Lock Haven. They were married on June 14, 1975, at Immaculate Conception Church in Lock Haven. Mike is the son of Mike and Mary ...

Banfills celebrate 54th Anniversary

PHOTOS PROVIDED On Aug. 7, 2025, Terry and Carmen Banfill celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary. Both enjoyed lunch at the Shore Diner. During the day, they answered and received numerous greetings from friends and family. Both look forward to many more years together.

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2022 Summer Concert Series

Since 1998 the City of Lock Haven has been providing free concerts to its residents, and the Summer Concert Series Committee is pleased to announce 20 concerts for the 2022 season. This year, the Friday evening concerts will continue to be held at Triangle Park and our Grove Street Stage, part ...

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Morris named to PSU Dean’s List for fall semester

PHOTO PROVIDED Gavin Morris, a 2024 graduate of the Sugar Valley Rural Charter School and current Penn State University freshman, has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester. Morris, who is involved with several university clubs, including the PSU College Dems, also authored an ...

Penitent Souls: Bikers raising money for children

In 2011, a group of motorcycle friends had a vision to create an organization where 100% of all funds raised went directly to helping kids in need, and so it was that Penitent Souls Children's Foundation was born. Flip Phillips, president, and Tim Cresswell, vice president, set out on a mission ...

9-11 Memorial Ride embracing change

This year, the 9-11 Memorial Ride in Lycoming County plans to continue into its third decade what has become a roaring memorial. And organizers are planning  on how they can stay true to their mantra of “Never Forget.” “We are looking for new blood. For those of us who have been at ...

Top trends and gear talk from JS Customs

Jason Schoonmaker’s JS Customs has been customizing and repairing motorcycles since 2008. In 2019, the shop moved out of Schoonmaker’s garage to their present location in western Lycoming County at 221 Seminary Street in Jersey Shore. While they see their fair share of Harleys, JS Customs ...

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Etters — Swalwell

Michael and Tammy Etters, of Howard, Pa., are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Brittany Nicole Etters, to Joseph Brendan Swalwell, son of James Swalwell and Jill Johnson, of Grasonville, Md., and Kelly Kennedy and Michael Mathias, of Naples, Fla. Brittany and Joseph were ...

Ludwig – Cooper

Jo Andrus and Dean (Roberta) Ludwig are happy to announce the marriage of their daughter Holly Ludwig to Ben Cooper, son of Shelly Cooper and Bert (Laraine) Cooper on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Ludwig is a 2004 graduate of Jersey Shore High School and a 2022 graduate of CPI Dental Assisting ...

Gearhart – Chilcote

Zachery Robert Gearhart, Sr. and Katie Rachelle Chilcote eloped April 16, 2024 on the Old Sligachan Bridge at the base of the Cuillin Hills on the Isle of Skye in Scotland following a two-year engagement beginning when Zachery proposed to Katie in Rome, Italy. Meg Gillis solemnized the 1:30 ...

Black – Reyes

ANNVILLE — Kayla Ranea Black became the bride of Seth Daniel Reyes on Saturday, March 23, 2024. The outdoor ceremony was held at the Whitetail Lodge in Marysville, Pa., wth the reception following inside the lodge. The bride is the daughter of Victor and Lesley Black, of Annville, Pa., and ...

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