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Susquehanna Health Targets Smoking Video

If you smoke don't plan on getting a job with one health care provider in central Pennsylvania... more
Man dies in Centre County Crash

A man from Lycoming County was killed Tuesday night in a crash in Centre County. more
Route 15 Lanes Improved, Open Video

After more than a year and a half, the southbound lanes of a heavily traveled road in Lycoming... more
Iraq Gym Dedicated to Late Soldier Video

A local soldier killed in Iraq two years ago now has a fitness center dedicated to his memory. The... more
Suspects in Bonusgate Arraigned Video

Near Harrisburg Friday ten Republicans accused of using taxpayer money and public employees to... more
Banners to Honor Hometown Heroes Video

Ceremonies marking Veterans Day are being held all over the area to honor the men and women who... more
Soldier Gets Surprise Welcome Home Video

A family gathered Tuesday night to welcome home a soldier from Iraq. He's on a break from his fourth... more
Holiday Jobs May be Slim Video

Picking up a part-time job this holiday season at retail stores might not be as easy as years past. more
Reward Offered to Catch Burglars Video

There is a reward to help catch the burglars who broke into several businesses in Lycoming County.... more
Gas Prices Keep Rising Video

Gas prices in northeastern and central Pennsylvania have been on the rise over the last couple weeks... more
Adoption Day for Five Families Video

Friday was a big day for a handful of families in Lycoming County. Seven children were adopted... more
DEA Agent Remembered in Lycoming County Video

There was a final farewell Thursday for a federal agent from our area killed overseas one week ago. more
Deadly Crash in Lycoming County

An elderly may was killed Tuesday in a crash in Lycoming County. more
Halloween Fires Ruled Arson

The fires in Williamsport on Halloween night and another early Tuesday morning were intentionally... more
Salvation Army Begins Holiday Kettle Drive Video

Halloween may be over but the holiday season is just starting. In Lycoming County bell ringers for... more
Halloween Night Fires Investigated Video

It was a fiery Halloween night in Williamsport and now investigators are looking for what sparked... more
SUV Slams into Building

Two people were taken to the hospital Friday afternoon after a sport utility vehicle crashed in to... more
County Agencies Concerned about Future Finances Video

Two Lycoming County agencies that survived the state budget impasse have money in the bank now. more
Three Charged with Stealing Meat

A mother and her two daughters are charged with stealing meat and seafood from a grocery store in... more
Crash Closes Landmark Restaurant Video

A weekend crash has closed a landmark sub shop in downtown Williamsport. After more than 50 years in... more
Two Hurt in Lycoming County Crash

Two men were flown to the hospital Monday after a one-vehicle crash in Lycoming County. more
Pedestrian Killed in Lycoming County

A pedestrian was killed in a deadly crash in Lycoming County, according to state police. more
Family Remembers Daughter by Serving Others Video

A family turned a dark day into a hearty meal for others. more
Man Gets Jail Time for Toddler's Death

A man who pleaded guilty to fatally beating a toddler will spend at least 17-and-a-half years in... more
New Sidewalks, Lights for Jersey Shore Video

The walk to school will soon be a lot nicer for children in Lycoming County. One block of Wylie... more
Three Arrested after Tip Call Video

More information is coming to light about how an alleged bank robbery plot was foiled in Lycoming... more
Fuel Spill Ties Up Traffic Video

It was a long afternoon for drivers in part of Lycoming County. more
National Guard Clears Hurdle In Armory Project Video

Plans to build a new military training center in Williamsport are one step closer to reality. more
New State Dog Kennel Laws in Place Video

Dog kennels across the state are now facing stricter regulations than ever before. more
Get Your Snowthrower Ready for Winter

It may only be mid-October but the cooler temperatures have some people already thinking snow.... more
Sex Assault Investigation

State police in Lycoming County are trying to separate fact from fiction. more
Missing Boy Found, Father Arrested Video

An Amber Alert is over after an 18-month-old boy was found safe and his father arrested. more
Williamsport's Park Pizza Set to Reopen

A pizza shop destroyed by fire earlier this year is set to reopen Saturday in Williamsport. more
Amber Alert for Missing Boy Video

State police are trying to hunt down a father they said abducted his own son. more
EPA: School Not Responsible for Water Issues

The Environmental Protection Agency said Thursday there is no evidence that a school district in... more
Neighbors Concerned about Water Contamination Video

An elementary school in the East Lycoming School District went green by putting in a geothermal... more
Strong Winds Blamed for Power Outages

High winds are wreaking havoc across the area. more
Community Center in Danger of Closing Video

A community center in Williamsport is in serious need of money just to stay open. more
Businesses Looking for Seasonal Help Video

With unemployment rates going up finding a job could be a challenge. One place that is hiring may be... more
Hunters Turn Out for Free Health Screenings Video

It is that time of year again when hunters put on their orange and try to bring home dinner. more
Man Charged with Rape

A man from Lycoming County is behind bars, charged with rape and other sex crimes. more
Woman Wants Answers in Husband's Electrocution Video

A woman in Northumberland County is mourning her husband's death earlier this month in Iraq. more
Summer Rain Hard on Pumpkins Video

It's the time of year for picking that perfect pumpkin but finding the one that is just right may be... more
Residents Cautious About Gas Drilling Video

Folks in Lycoming County turned out Monday night to hear about the plans for natural gas drilling... more
Two Dead in Route 220 Crash Video

The weekend began tragically Friday in Lycoming County. Two people were killed after a car and mini-... more
Will Gas Drilling in State Forests Save PA Budget? Video

The current state budget proposal would open up more state forest land to gas drillers. Critics of... more
Two Charged in Armed Robbery

Two men from Philadelphia are locked up in Lycoming County, accused of robbing a woman at gunpoint. more
Man Critical After Motorcycle Crash

A man is in critical condition after a motorcycle accident in Lycoming County. more
Old Bones Discovered in Yard Video

A family in Lycoming County discovered last week what appears to be an ancient set of bones in their... more
Tax Could Hurt Businesses Video

Some business leaders meeting in Williamsport Monday are disappointed with the proposed state... more
Route 15 Set for Improvements Video

The number of deadly crashes along one stretch Route 15 in Lycoming County has caught the... more
No Budget Could Mean Job, Service Cuts Video

There is the potential for big problems for some county agencies in central Pennsylvania if there is... more
Deadly Gunfire in Williamsport Video

A man was shot and killed on a city street just hours after a meeting aimed at stopping crime in... more
President Obama Addresses American Students Video

President Barack Obama spoke directly to the students of America Tuesday, as many started the new... more
Fatal Fire in Lycoming County Video

A woman is dead after flames ripped through a house in Lycoming County. more
Retiring Auxiliary Bishop Speaks Video

Bishop Joseph Martino got a lot of attention Monday when he announced his retirement as head of... more
Family Mourns Murder Fifteen Years Later Video

Candles were lit for Gail Matthews and her five-year old daughter Wednesday night in Williamsport. more
74 Animals Removed from Home Video

The Lycoming County S.P.C.A. and another animal rescue group took nearly 75 animals from a home near... more
Lack of State Budget Impacts County Spending Video

Day 58 and there is still no state budget. County leaders in Lycoming County are bracing for some... more
LLWS Worth the Cost Video

Being able to play in the Little League World Series is the experience of a lifetime for many... more
Trading Pins Big Business at LLWS Video

Aside from playing baseball, the other big tradition at the Little World Series has to be pin... more
No Gadgets for Ballplayers at LLWS Video

These days it seems kids are hooked on cell phones and other high-tech gadgets but at the Little... more
Yards Become Parking Lots at LLWS Video

It's a tradition almost as old as the Little League World Series itself. Some residents in South... more
Girls Take the Field in LLWS Video

It's not just boys on the ballfields at the Little League World Series. more
Mutual Aid Agreement in Lycoming County

Police departments in Lycoming County are joining forces. more
LLWS Good for the Economy Video

Baseball is bringing a big boost to the local economy in Lycoming County. more
Non-Profits Win at Little League World Series Video

The Little League World Series is underway in South Williamsport and it's not just the players... more
A Wet Start for LLWS Video

It was a wet start to the Little League World Series in South Williamsport. more
Dealers Wait for Cash for Clunkers Money

Many car dealerships in our area say the Cash For Clunkers program is a runaway success but there is... more
Grand Slam Parade Video

One of the biggest events of the year in central Pennsylvania, the Little League World Series, is... more
Crews Prepare for Little League World Series Video

All eyes will be on South Williamsport this week. Crews are getting ready for the 2009 Little League... more
Man Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Charges

A man accused of sexually assaulting a young girl over a five-year period pleaded guilty Monday. more
ATV Crash Victims Remembered Video

Family and friends are mourning the sudden loss of two young men. more
Congressional Candidate Killed in Afghanistan

A man who ran for Congress last year in our area has been killed fighting the war on terror. more
Storm Cleanup in Central Pennsylvania Video

A destructive summer storm still has people in our area cleaning up the mess. more
Wicked Weather Whips Central Counties Video

Storms slammed parts of our area Sunday afternoon into the evening. The hardest hit area was central... more
Rain Makes for Good Boating on Creek Video

The rainy summer has had its advantages in Lycoming County. more
Fatal Wreck Near Jersey Shore

A man was killed in a crash in Lycoming County. more
Heavy Rain Cause Flooding in Lycoming County

Heavy rain throughout the day Friday caused some flooding in parts of our area, including Lycoming... more
Drug Money to Cover Williamsport Police Overtime Video

The district attorney in Lycoming County is giving a helping hand to Williamsport police. more
Williamsport to Get More Officers Video

The city of Williamsport is one of about 1,000 communities getting money from the federal government... more
Montgomery Removes Street Lights Video

It's a little darker at night in one Lycoming County community these days. more
Gas Leak in Lycoming County Video

A natural gas leak has some back roads off limits in Lycoming County. more
Rabbits Taken from Owners, Up for Adoption Video

More than 30 rabbits are now in the care of the . more
Former Firefighter Faces New Charges

A former volunteer firefighter from Columbia County now faces more arson charges. more
PA Greenway Sojourn Tours Lycoming County

The 7th Annual Pennsylvania Greenway Sojourn set off early Thrusday morning from Jersey Shore. more
Williamsport Shooting Victim Dies

A shooting in Williamsport has turned deadly. A woman shot last week has died from her injuries... more
Hate Flyers Found in Lycoming County Video

Some alarming flyers were found in Lycoming County containing messages of hate. more
Lycoming County Fair in Full Swing

There is a lot to see and do this year at the Lycoming County... more
Housing Development to be Replaced with Warehouse Video

A run-down housing development in Williamsport will be leveled to make way for new jobs. more
Williamsport Woman Shot In Neck Video

A shooting in Williamsport has police on the lookout for a suspect. more
Taking a Swing at Breast Cancer

They were swinging for the fences in Williamsport Friday to fight a deadly disease. more
Couple Faces New Sex Charges Video

A couple from Lycoming County already charged with child sex crimes is facing new charges. more
Fire at Recycling Plant

It was a smoky day in Williamsport as firefighters battled a raging scrap metal fire on the city's... more
Later Corn Harvest Due to Weather Video

This weekend, just about everyone in northeastern and eentral Pennsylvania will cook-out. more
Man Charged with Trashing House

A man from Virginia is locked up in Lycoming County, accused of trashing a house. more
Accused Embezzler in Court Video

A former fire company secretary charged with stealing tens of thousands of dollars showed up for... more
Standoff Ends in Suspect's Arrest Video

There was drama on the streets of Williamsport Wednesday afternoon as police officers, with their... more
Drowning Investigation in Lycoming County

The Lycoming County coroner was called to Muncy Creek Tuesday afternoon after a report of an... more
Woman Killed in Crash Was Drunk

A woman who was killed in a crash last month in Lycoming County as driving drunk, according to the... more
Fatal Crash Closes Route 15 in Lycoming County

Part of Route 15 in Lycoming County was closed Wednesday night because of a crash that left one... more
Lycoming College Professor Concerned About Iranian Election Video

The violent protests in Iran have some Iranians living in Central Pennsylvania concerned. more
Williamsport Cops: Suspect Admits BB Shooting

A suspect taken into custody Friday afternoon for a shooting in Williamsport has admitted to the... more
More Shootings Reported in Williamsport Video

First it was cars, now it's people shot by pellet guns in the city of Williamsport. more
Vandals Shoot Out Car Windows Video

A pellet gun spree in Williamsport overnight caused hundreds of dollars worth in damage. About... more
Williamsport Gets Funding for Affordable Housing Video

Central Pennsylvania is getting state money to create affordable housing. more
Shots Fired in Williamsport

Williamsport police are investigating two shootings overnight. more
Officials: Fire Department in Danger of Closing Video

A fire company in Lycoming County is in danger of closing. more
Motorcyclist Hurt in Crash

A motorcyclist was flown to the hospital Tuesday morning after a crash in Lycoming County. more
Old Bridge Gets Fiberglass Deck Video

A bridge in upper Lycoming County is set to reopen. It's not any old bridge but the first of its... more
Early Morning Fire Damages Williamsport Pizza Hut

An early morning fire damaged a Pizza Hut restaurant in Lycoming County. more
Economy Hits RV Sales Hard Video

The summer vacation season is upon us. People will be looking for a way to get away. more
Williamsport Bus Drivers' Future Decided Video

The Williamsport Area School Board voted eight to one to hand bus service over to a private... more
Bus Drivers' Future Rests with Board Video

The end of the school year could be the end of the road for bus drivers in Williamsport. The... more
Fire Destroys Barn in Lycoming County

Fire ripped through a horse barn Sunday afternoon in Lycoming County. more
Deadly Crash in Lycoming County Video

A woman was killed and three other people were hurt when two cars crashed head-on in Lycoming... more
Man Dies after Lawnmower Accident

An elderly man who was seriously burned in a lawnmower accident Friday in Lycoming County has died. more
Man Burned in Lawnmower Accident Video

An accident involving a riding mower left a man from Lycoming County badly burned. more
Cops Nab Suspected Robbers In Williamsport

Two men tried to rob a convenience store Thursday in Williamsport and police have already caught the... more
New Charges for Lycoming County Businessman Video

A business owner in Lycoming County already charged with child pornography now faces much more... more
Frankie Warren Tops DJ Poll

Listeners across our area have responded and now the results to WNEP's DJ Poll are official. more
Teen Dies in Crash Video

Students and staff at Williamsport Area High School are mourning the loss of a student just about to... more
Former Fire Company Officer Arrested Video

Police in Lycoming County arrested a fire company's former secretary Monday and charged her with... more
Stamp Prices Increase Video

In just a few days the price for a postage stamp jumps another two cents. Last year it was a penny... more
Decades of DJs

So far we have gotten votes for over 20 local DJs! Through Monday, May 11, here are the top vote... more
Couple Accused of Sex Charges Video

Police in Lycoming County arrested a husband and wife Wednesday. She is accused of videotaping him... more
new Home for Firefighter Carnival

An annual carnival that benefits a volunteer fire company comes at a time when the economy is shaky,... more
Case Of Swine Flu Confirmed In Pennsylvania

State health officials confirm Pennsylvania's first case of swine flu. They also say they are... more
Man Guilty of Sex Assault

A man will be sentenced later this summer for sex crimes he committed in Lycoming County. more
Hiawatha Ready for Season Video

A popular paddleboat that takes passengers cruising on the Susquehanna River is ready for sailing. more
Super Shopper Saves Big Video

Everybody knows times are tough. One trip to the grocery store can put a dent in your wallet but a... more
Trooper Hurt by Falling Tree Video

A state trooper from Lycoming County is recovering after a tree fell on his car, seriously... more
Dogs Need New Homes Video

Dozens of dogs in Lycoming County need a good home. They're being put up for adoption because a... more
Former Teacher Faces Accuser Video

A former Catholic school teacher accused of raping a student was in court Wednesday in Lycoming... more
Man Charged with Arson

A man from Lycoming County is locked up, charged with arson. more
Graffiti Found at High School Building Video

Graffiti has been found on the grounds of a high school in Lycoming County. Now police are looking... more
Students Vie for National Title Video

Two high school seniors from Lycoming County will head to New York next week to put their automotive... more
Car Crashes into House Video

Two families cannot live in a duplex in Williamsport after a car plowed right through the double-... more
Standoff Ends Without Incident

A man apparently upset about his relationship and financial problems threatened to kill himself,... more
Fire in Downtown Williamsport Video

Fire hit downtown Williamsport for the first time in more than 15 years, according to the city's... more
Home Invasion Investigation

Police in Williamsport are looking for two men involved in a home invasion Tuesday morning in the... more
Former Teacher Faces New Charges

More child sex charges have been filed against a former teacher in Lycoming County. more
Gas Leak Leads to Evacuation

A three block area near Williamsport had to be evacuated because of a gas leak at a nearby business. more
Flames Hit Hughesville Home

A fire that destroyed a house in Lycoming County appears to have been sparked by an electrical... more
Cafe Owner Catches Suspected Thief

The owner of a cafe in Lycoming County played detective to catch a crook. more
Cleaning Up After Bats Video

It was time for spring cleaning of a different sort in part of Lycoming County. College students... more
Williamsport Fire Intentionally Set

The fire that destroyed a house in Williamsport was no accident, according to investigators. more
Bridge Targeted for Stimulus Money

The federal government is giving $1 billion to Pennsylvania to repair roads and bridges. It's part... more
Power Outage in Lycoming County

Nearly 3,000 homes and businesses were without electricity in the Jersey Shore area and a busy... more
Veteran Gets Last Crest Home

A modular home manufacturer in Northumberland County was forced to close last year because of the... more
Man Charged with Rape

A man is locked up in Lycoming County, charged with 60 counts of rape. more
Super Load Finally Arrives Video

That super load in central Pennsylania reached its destination in South Williamsport Thursday,... more
Tough Job Market for Seniors Video

College seniors are on the job hunt and for some it's not going as well as they'd hoped. more
Super load To Move Again Photo

The giant PPL transformer being transferred to a substation in South Williamsport is expected to... more
Flames Destroy House

Officials in Williamsport are calling a house gutted by flames a crime scene. more
Super Load Stuck Again

There has been another hold-up in getting a huge load to South Williamsport. more
Former Teacher Charged with Sex Assault Video

A former gym teacher is behind bars, accused of sexually assaulting a student in Lycoming County.... more
Truck Crash Sends a Man to the Hospital

A driver was hurt when his pickup truck crashed north of Williamsport just after 5 p.m. on Thursday. more
Williamsport Pizza Shop Destroyed Video

The fire that destroyed a Williamsport landmark has been ruled an accident. more
Fire Wrecks Lycoming County Home

A home was destroyed by fire in Lycoming County. more
Stimulus Money Benefits PennDOT Video

Federal money is coming to fix roads and bridges in our area, part of the president's economic... more
YMCA Business Booming Video

The newest YMCA in Lycoming County is already planning to expand. It opened to the public last... more
District May Review Cell Phone Policy Video

Students were back at Williamsport Area high school Wednesday, one day after fights broke out and... more
Police Called To Reported Fight at Williamsport Area Video

Parents rushed to a high school in Lycoming County Tuesday fearing for their children's safety.... more
Police Make Arrest for Bank Robbery

A bank robbery suspect in Williamsport is now behind bars on $200,000 bail. more
Man Found Dead in House Fire

An early morning fire on Valentine's Day claimed the life of a Lycoming County man. more
Bank Robbed in Williamsport

Police in Williamsport are looking for a man who robbed a bank Thursday afternoon. more
Layoffs at Williamsport Company

A company in Williamsport announced it is laying off several workers. more
Man Sentenced for Child Rape

A man in Lycoming County will serve at least seven years in prison for raping an 11-year-old girl. more
Early Tax Filing Video

The deadline to file 2008 taxes is April 15 but the race to get a refund has already begun. Tax... more
Deadly Crash in Lycoming County

A Luzerne County official is charged with driving under the influence and careless driving after a... more
Teen Blamed for Two Robberies

A teenager from Williamsport is accused of robbing the store where he used to work two times in... more
New Circuit City to Close

Circuit City is pulling the plug on one of it's newest stores. Just like all the others, the store... more
Students Pay Tribute to Dr. King

Students at Kings College were remembering the dream on Monday. more
Pot-bellied Pigs Need New Homes Video

In Lycoming County, some pot-bellied pigs are looking for a good home after humane officers took... more