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US strikes Iran on Sunday, Strait of Hormuz status unclear

Local news July 13, 2026

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States attacked Iran on Sunday over an Iranian strike on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing. Iran responded with attacks on countries including Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan and Oman — the nation on the other side of the strait that Tehran has pressed to join in managing shipping traffic. The U.S. struck again later Sunday. Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency cited the governor of Qeshm island near the strait as saying projectiles had been fired at military targets, with no ...

Alzheimer’s Support Group to meet July 14

Community July 11, 2026

LOCK HAVEN — The Alzheimer’s and Caregivers’ Support Group will meet Tuesday, July 14, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 44 W. Main St., Lock Haven. There is convenient parking next to the church and a handicapped accessible entrance. Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other diseases with accompanying memory loss is often difficult and challenging. The meeting will be a time of sharing caregiving concerns with other caregivers. Educational materials from the Alzheimer’s Association will be provided. Sitter service can be provided to the ...

Hamer Foundation awards $750,000 to Centre County Library for Centre Hall Branch expansion

Local news July 11, 2026

CENTRE HALL — The Centre County Library & Historical Museum (CCLHM) has announced a major milestone in its ongoing effort to expand and revitalize the Centre Hall Area Branch Library. The Hamer Foundation has awarded a $750,000 grant, providing significant funding toward creating the accessible and vibrant community space for readers, learners, workers, and families in the Penns Valley region the library has imagined. The expansion project will double the size of the existing facility, creating a modern, 5,000+ square-foot space. Key features of the project include: — A ...

Pajama Factory named to list of America’s fastest-growing, mission-driven companies

Business July 11, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT — Pajama Factory recently announced it was selected as a winner of the inaugural PurposeBuilt100, an exclusive national recognition honoring the 100 fastest-growing mission-driven businesses in America. The distinction places Pajama Factory among a select group of ...

Grinduro PA one week away

Local news July 11, 2026

LOCK HAVEN — In just one week, cyclists from across the country will descend on Clinton County as Grinduro Pennsylvania returns on Saturday, July 18, bringing one of the world’s most celebrated gravel cycling events to the heart of the Pennsylvania Wilds. Riders will kick off ...

In the parks

Outdoors July 11, 2026

Various local parks will offer programs that folks may be interested in attending. All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. The programs may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or community guidelines. Pollinators in the Garden WATERVILLE — On Saturday, July 11, at Little Pine State Park, come by the Environmental Learning Center of Pennsylvania to learn what flowers are coming up this time of year in our Pollinator Garden, and some of the pollinators you may see during the program “Pollinators in the Garden.” Feel free to stop ...