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LEWISBURG — The annual member show of the Susquehanna Art Society will be held in November at Gallery 255 in the Public Library for Union County in Lewisburg.Gallery 255, located at 255 Reitz Boulevard, Lewisburg, will showcase creativity in many forms and highlights the diverse artistic voices within the community.Visitors can explore an inspiring mix of media, including detailed pen and ink drawings, vivid watercolors, expressive oils and colorful acrylics.

SUNBURY — Gas prices across the Susquehanna Valley are averaging four cents higher this week at $3.03 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report released late Monday.

LEWISBURG — The Public Library for Union County will host the community’s creative writers at the Local Author Fair on Dec. 6 in the library's community room.The event will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 6 at the library, 255 Reitz Blvd., Lewisburg.Meet the authors behind the stories, hear what inspires their writing and explore their work across genres, including fiction, nonfiction, poetry and children’s literature. Discover new reads, enjoy creative conversations, and experience the joy of storytelling firsthand.

MANDATA — A Line Mountain High School social studies teacher is developing a curriculum for secondary school students visiting the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville.

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are warning drivers of traffic delays after a tractor-trailer was stuck under a bridge in Scranton Tuesday morning. Police say the truck hit the bridge at North Main Avenue and Euclid Avenue where it became stuck. Scranton police say the driver ignored signs and will be cited.

LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — County officials held a forum in Lackawanna County on Tuesday morning. The forum featured remarks from the following candidates: The event offered an opportunity to hear from the candidates and learn more about their priorities and perspectives ahead of the upcoming election.

DANVILLE — Following nearly two months of confusion, Montour Area Recreation officials are trying to set the record straight on the Montour Preserve and Talen Energy’s rezoning request.

SUNBURY — Two Sunbury leaders want the municipal authority to reconsider a vote on removing fluoride from its water system after hearing from two dentists Monday night.

SUNBURY — There will be no tax increase in Sunbury in 2026 after City Council balanced the $4.86 million 2026 budget Monday night.

he Warrior Run School board at Monday night’s meeting voted 5-4 to approve Scott Shaffer as a volunteer, despite opposition by members in the audience.