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From The Haven to the high seas: Lock Haven alumnus serves aboard USS Omaha

LOCK HAVEN — From studying in Commonwealth University-Lock Haven’s Akeley Hall, to navigating the deep seas aboard the USS Omaha, Lt. Caleb Smith is making his mark. Smith attended CU-Lock Haven from 2015 to 2019, majoring in criminal justice with a minor in psychology. His older ...

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Good Day and Happy Anniversary to Jay and Marie Pletcher, of Blanchard, 71 years! Happy Birthday to Esther Kramer, of Flemington; Diana Peters, of Lock Haven; and Pat Hackenberg, 88, of Rote! Quote of the Day “Each day provides its own gifts.” — Martial Word of the Day “Piece of cake” — noun phrase — referring to something that is an easy task or a simple job to do. Senior Cheer meets Thursday Senior Cheer Club will meet on Oct. 1 at noon at the Friendship Community Center in Beech Creek. Anyone 55 years or older is invited to join us. Bring a covered dish to ...

Calendar of Events

Wednesday, Sept. 30: — Covenant UM Church’s Walk by Faith program, 6 p.m., at McElhattan Old River Road. Meet in the parking lot. Bring a friend, walk for exercise and fellowship with others. Weather permitting! Walk by Faith is held each Wednesday, but at a different location. Call Fran at 570-263-2084 for more details. — LHHS and ICHS Class of 1955 will have their monthly luncheon at noon at Fox’s Restaurant. All classmates and guests are invited. Thursday, Oct. 1: — Senior Cheer Club meets at noon at Friendship Community Center in Beech Creek. Anyone 55+ is invited ...

Downtown Lock Haven and MMA studio partner to offer public seminar

PHOTO PROVIDED Downtown Lock Haven, Inc. and Ian Temmons MMA Studio have partnered to offer a free MMA Striking Seminar, Thursday, Oct. 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Susquehanna Event Center, 216 E. Main St. The introductory seminar does not require special equipment or personal contact. ...

CU-Lock Haven announces 2026 Homecoming festivities for today through Oct. 3

LOCK HAVEN — Commonwealth University-Lock Haven will celebrate Homecoming 2026 from Tuesday, Sept. 29, through Sunday, Oct. 4, with a full slate of athletic competitions, alumni activities, campus traditions and special events. This year’s Homecoming will feature the annual Golf Cart Parade, the 32nd annual Alumni Golf Tournament, alumni athletic events, the Class of 1976’s 50th reunion, the dedication of the McCollum Gate at Hubert Jack Stadium, tailgating and Bald Eagle football and much more. Homecoming festivities begin Tuesday, Sept. 29, when the Lock Haven women’s ...

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Good Day and Happy Birthday to Colby Bechdel! Quote of the Day “It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect its successful outcome.” — William James Word of the Day Aspersion — noun — A false or misleading charge meant to ruin someone’s reputation. Job Fair PA CareerLink Clinton County will host its annual Fall Job Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Commonwealth University–Lock Haven Rec Center, 550 Railroad St., Lock Haven. The event is free and open to the public, with plenty of free parking ...