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Council begins review of some zoning updates

LOCK HAVEN — Lock Haven City Council was provided with an updated portion of its zoning ordinance, as city staff works with a consultant to update both the zoning and Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO). The goal for the updates is to make each easier to understand for those interested in property development within the city. On Monday night, City Planner/Interim Manager Abbey Roberts told council the portion they were given — Article III: Districts — was reviewed by the consultant (Michael Baker International), city staff, the zoning update steering committee ...

Geisinger to introduce entrance screenings at hospitals

DANVILLE — As part of an ongoing investment in patient and employee safety, Geisinger will roll out entrance security screenings at all of its hospitals over the next year. The screening procedures will be rolled out in phases throughout the year, starting with Geisinger Medical Center on ...

Longtime public servant awarded ‘Key to the City’ in Jersey Shore

JERSEY SHORE — His name is Dennis Buttorff and his life has been about helping people. He has had a long career of substantial service to both the United States and towns in Lycoming and Clinton counties as regional emergency manager. Should an emergency happen in western Lycoming County, ...

LOCK HAVEN — Before it begins searching for a new manager, Lock Haven City Council is considering an update to its ordinance related to the role’s duties and responsibilities. The revision comes from a recommendation made by the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and outlined in a memo sent to council from City Planner and Interim Manager Abbey Roberts. “The PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) recommended the City of Lock Haven takes two steps in preparation for hiring a new City Manager,” Roberts said in the memo. The first is ...

Divided BASD board rejects track coach reinstatement

BELLEFONTE — Despite sustained public pressure, a divided Bellefonte Area School Board narrowly voted against reinstating former assistant track coach Chris Friedhoff at its meeting this week. The decision caps weeks of appeals from athletes, coaches and others connected to the program who urged the board to bring Friedhoff back for the spring outdoor track season. Board member Donna Smith called for the up-or-down vote at the board’s previous meeting, saying the issue should be resolved transparently so the district can move forward. In the 5-4 vote, board members Jon Guizar, ...