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1. Proposal could address accessible housing shortage (sungazette.com) — Lycoming Housing Authority is weighing a plan that could bring new accessible housing for people with special needs to a property in Williamsport, using project-based vouchers. Leaders say the county lacks enough accessible units, especially for younger disabled residents, and are also outlining millions in upgrades to local public housing complexes.
2. Central Pennsylvania Food Bank Marks Hunger Action Month Throughout September (pennwatch.org) — Williamsport will host several key Hunger Action Month events, including a Sept. 10 Lycoming County proclamation at 48 West 3rd Street, outreach at First Friday and the Growers Market, and a Sept. 23 Pack‑a‑Thon at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank's local facility. Residents are invited to volunteer, attend events, and support efforts to fight food insecurity across Central Pennsylvania.
3. Lycoming Working With FAA on Maintenance Allegations (avbrief.com) — Williamsport-based Lycoming Engines is working with the FAA after the agency proposed a $60,000 civil penalty over alleged maintenance violations on four advanced aircraft engines. The company says it's cooperating fully and recently issued a service bulletin about potentially out-of-spec exhaust bypass valve springs that need replacement.
4. World War II Veteran celebrates 100th birthday in South Williamsport (wnep.com) — A beloved World War II Navy veteran just marked his 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends at South Williamsport Methodist Church, celebrating both his service and long life. Bob Crouse's story highlights his Pacific duty, decades of hard work, and deep devotion to his children and community.
5. Cutters' Thomas had a long road here to Williamsport (sungazette.com) — Williamsport Crosscutters manager Kenny Thomas has led the team to a record-setting MLB Draft League season while carrying the memory of his late wife, whose ashes rest in his Bowman Field office. His emotional journey from South Carolina to Williamsport has inspired players and fans as the Cutters chase a championship.
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