When: October 24 & 25, Food trucks and vendors 5 PM, Haunt 7PM
Where: Watsontown Memorial Park
What: Kedron UMC will be having their 6th annual Drive Thru Trick ‘r Treat Nights
When: Friday Oct. 24th and Saturday Oct. 25th from 6PM-7:30PM Where: Located at 14725 Rt. 220 Hwy. Stop by for some tasty treats and to enjoy our spooky Halloween display!
What: Fun Fall Craft Fair hosted by Families United Network
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: 33 Ashler Manor Drive Muncy, PA 17756
What: Worship Service
The sermon title will be: “Two Men Went to the Temple to Pray”
When:, October 26, 2025, at 9am. Mill Creek is handicap accessible.
Where Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Road, Montoursville
What: Worship Service:
The sermon title will be “Two Men Went to the Temple to Pray”
When: October 26, 2025, at 10:30am Bethel is Handicapped accessible
Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport
What: Clinton Central Model Railroad Club Annual Fall Train Meet
When: Sunday, October 26th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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Where: Woodward Township Volunteer fire Company 1st Street Linden PA, 17744
What: Lasagna Dinner
When: Wednesday, October 29, 4:00-6:30 p.m.
Where: Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral, 844 W 4th St, Williamsport
What: Charlie and Linda Beatenbo Gospel Concert
When: Friday, October 31, 2025 7:30 pm
Where: Lairdsville Faith Church 6786 Rt. 118 Highway Lairdsville, PA
What: Trunk or Treat
When: Friday, October 31, 6-8 pm
Where: In the parking lot behind Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral, 844 W 4th St, Williamsport
What: Worship Service
The sermon title will be: “The Four Beasts of Daniel” Those who died over the last year will be remembered for All Saints Sunday.
When: November 2, 2025, at 9am. Mill Creek is handicap accessible.
Where Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Road, Montoursville
What: Monthly meeting of Eagle Grange #1 with program Learning All about the Grange presented by Philip Vonada. Public invited
When: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 – meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.; program presented at approximately 7:15 p.m. Refreshments served afterward.
Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Road (intersection of Route 15 and Blind Road), Montgomery, PA.
What: Montoursville Garden Club Monthly Meeting
“Petal Parcels and Ellie’s Bellies”
When: Thursday, November 6, at 12:30 PM. Where: Montoursville Pres-
byterian Church, 900 Elm Street, Montoursville. Open to guests.
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025 – Pick up between 2-4 p.m. Advance reservations required.
Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Road, Montgomery, PA at the (intersection of Route 15 and East Blind Road).
What: The Susquehanna Valley Spinners and Weavers Guild meeting
When: November 9, 2025 at 2 PM.
Where: Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3rd St., Lewisburg, PA
For more information, check out our website at Susquehanna Valley Spinners & Weavers Guild | Spinning | Lewisburg, PA, USA (svswg.org). You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram.
What: Hughesville American Legion Auxiliary Unit 35 monthly meeting. Members and prospective members welcome.
When: Monday, November 10th at 6 p.m.
Where: In the meeting room at 76 North Main Street, Hughesville.
What: Worship Service: The sermon title will be “All in the Family”
When: November 9, at 9am Mill Creek is handicap accessible.
Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Road, Montoursville
What: Worship Service: The sermon title will be “ All in the Family”
When: November 9, 2025, at 10:30 am World Communion Sunday will be celebrated, Bethel is handicap accessible.
Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport
What: Worship Service:
The sermon title will be “Earthquakes, Wars, False Prophets”
When: November 16, 2025,
at 9am Mill Creek is handicap accessible.
Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Road, Montoursville
What: Worship Service:
The sermon title will be “Earthquakes, Wars, False Prophets”
When: November 16, 2025, at 10:30am Bethel is handicap accessible.
Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport.
What: Victorian Christmas Soup Luncheon
Where: Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral, 844 W 4th St, Williamsport
When: Saturday, November 22, 11 am to 2 pm
Soup Luncheon includes a choice of soups, plus bread, pie, and a beverage. A Craft Sale and tours of the church will be held from 10 am to 3 pm. For more information, call 570-322-0126 or email trinitychurchpa@comcast.net.
What: Worship Service: The sermon will be: “Hope Has Come” When: November 23, at
9am. Mill Creek is handicap accessible.
Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Road, Montoursville
What: Worship Service: The sermon title will be: ““Hope Has Come”” When: November 23, 2025, at 10:30 am Bethel is handicap accessible. Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport
What: Worship Service The sermon title will be : “He will Be Back When You Least Expect It”
When: November 30,2025, at 9am. Mill Creek is handicap accessible. Where Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Road, Montoursville
What: Worship Service: The sermon title will be “He will Be Back When You Least Expect It”
When: November 30, 2025, at 10:30am Bethel is Handicapped accessible Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport
Pennsdale Haunted Barn offers frights for good cause
By MATTHEW COURTER mcourter@sungazette. com
A spooktacular time is in store for all as the Pennsdale Haunted barn returns for its 15th year of serving up thrills and chills.
The event serves as a major fundraiser for the Pennsdale Volunteer Fire Company, according to new co-chair Kristina Bitler.
“Probably six years ago, my daughter and I were asked to help out in one of the rooms because it was empty and they needed somebody in it, and I was like, ‘sure, we’ll come in and help you guys out,” Bitler explained.
“After that, my daughter decided she wanted to join the fire company as a junior member, and I originally joined as a social member just so I could help out with the barn, because I had so much fun and I love Halloween,” she said.
After the previous cochair stepped down, Bitler was approached about taking the spot.
“I have a good relationship with all the theater students, cause I’m the president of the booster
club, and I’m really good friends with their director. So it just made sense,” she said.
The idea for the haunt originated in 2010 when the ladies auxiliary decided to have a Halloween party.
“After getting ready for the party, we thought opening a haunted house would be a fun way to raise money for the fire company so we started planning,” Bitler explained.
“The first two years were held in the downstairs of the Firehall then moved to the barn when we decided we wanted to expand and make use of the barn on the grounds,” Bitler explained.
Attracting between 2,500 and 3,000 attendees each year, the event raises around $25,000, after expenditures are accounted for.
Animatronics are a feature of the barn, however, the bulk of the scares come from actors.
“We partner with the Hughesville Theater Club, and most of my actors are theater students, and we do have some actor training that we go over,” Bitler said of the minimal touch walk-through.
“They have a blast. And I love that they’re there, because they do so well. Honestly, I don’t think I could run the barn without them,” she said, calling it a “great partnership.”
Many of the actors, especially those returning year after year, or those who have worked on a specific scene or room get some say in which areas they’re assigned to, Bitler said.
“If you come and help over the summer and you’re helping in one specific room, or it’s your idea that we’re working on, I’m obviously going to put you in that in that room, but most of them have been with us for a long time, and they have rooms that they they absolutely love and enjoy,” she said.
The actors helm several scenes within the barn, including a butcher area, a scary bathroom and a biohazard room.
This year’s haunt will see several new additions, including a headless horseman, a tall skeleton and photo opportunities with the Haunted Barn hearse and more.
“One of our junior members made a sign for the barn, and we have some little homemade creatures
and ghouls sitting beside that,” Bitler said.
“We also did some remodeling over the summer. So there’s some new rooms that haven’t been seen yet,” she added.
Several food trucks and vendors will set up shop outside the barn as well, including Happy Family BBQ, Grindhead Coffee, Subhouse Subs. Braceface Candy, the Muncy Lion’s Club, Outlast Softball, Cookin’ from the Heart and Horr’s Hot Dogs.
In addition to general admission, a VIP line is available, at an increased price, for quicker entry into the barn.
“The line’s not usually as long. So there’s an advantage to the little bit more in cost,” Bitler said.
The Pennsdale Haunted Barn is the perfect place for anyone who loves Halloween, according to Bitler.
“We really have something for everybody. If you like to be scared, the barn is the place for you. If you don’t like to be scared, we have the bonfire, we have the food trucks and the picture opportunities,” she said.
“You really could potentially make it a family affair. We always say that
Yaw Encourages Participation in “National
Prescription Drug Take Back Day”
HARRISBURG –State
Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) announced the next “National Drug Take Back Day,” sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will be held this Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Residents living throughout Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties are encouraged to
participate by taking back expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. Safe disposal drop-off locations are located in every county and can be found on the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Program’s website.
“Take Back Day is an excellent way to reduce drug abuse and misuse across the board,” Yaw said. “It’s not only
about preventing people from stealing or abusing prescription drugs, but it’s also about preventing accidental use and overdose, especially by our senior population, and ensuring that unused drugs are disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.”
During the last National Take Back Day, held in April 2025, Pennsylvania law
it’s at your discretion for your children, but we’ve definitely had various ages of children in the barn.
Some of them love it, some of them don’t,” Bitler said.
“For us, it’s about coming out during Halloween time, having a good scare and obviously, in the end,
it’s to support the fire company,” she said. More information on the Pennsdale Haunted Barn can be found at their website at www.pennsdalehauntedbarn.com, as well as on their Facebook and Instagram pages.
enforcement collected nearly 32,000 pounds of unused or expired medication. Nationally, the DEA, along with its law enforcement partners, have collected nearly 20 million pounds (9,910 tons) of prescription medications since the inception of the National Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative in 2010.
Halloween Safety for Kids & Pets
In all the excitement surrounding Halloween, it can be easy to overlook potential dangers faced by kids and pets each year. Take a moment to review these safety tips to help ensure a fun-filled holiday and prevent any real scares!
Trick-or-Treat Tips to Keep Li’l Ghouls & Goblins Safe
• Never let kids trick-or-treat alone. Older groups trick-or-treating without adult supervision should make sure a parent knows the planned trick-or-treat route.
• Remind kids to walk, not run, when trick-or-treating. Instruct trick-or-treaters to use crosswalks and caution when crossing streets or driveways, and stay aware of their surroundings at all times.
• Make sure costumes and masks fit well to avoid tripping hazards or difficulty seeing or breathing.
• Use only non-toxic makeup and cosmetic-grade, eye-safe glitter on the skin and face.
• Make sure kids carry a flashlight, and attach reflective tape to costumes and treat bags to enhance visibility.
• Eat only factory-wrapped candy that has not been opened.
• Wearing a cloth mask over the face and nose when trick-or-treating in a group this Halloween can help keep kids healthy.
Trick or Treat Schedule
Muncy:
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HalloWag Safety for Dogs & Cats
• Keep candy out of reach from pets. Xylitol sweeteners and chocolate in particular can be toxic to dogs and cats.
• Keep pets inside and away from the front door for their security and the safety of trick-ortreaters.
• Costume carefully if you’re dressing up your pet, taking care not to restrict their movement, vision, hearing or ability to breathe. If your pet is distressed by wearing a costume, remove it immediately.
• Make sure your pet is microchipped and wearing a collar with identification tags to help ensure his or her safe return in the event of a Halloween escape.
• Keep candle-lit jack-o-lanterns and other candles a safe distance from pets who may knock them over or burn themselves.
Muncy Creek Township: Friday, Oct. 31 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Watsontown: Friday, Oct 31, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Turbotville: Friday Oct 31, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m
Picture Rocks: Friday, Oct 31, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Lycoming Audubon Society events for the month of November
Audubon Program:
“What is that Bird at my Feeder?” with JVB Library
What: Get ready to welcome and learn about the winter birds that are likely to visit your feeders in the city. What are their names? What colors and patterns help us identify them? What do birds like to eat? You will learn to use binoculars and how to download the free Merlin bird identification app on your phone. This program is presented by experienced birders from the Lycoming County Audubon Chapter. Registration is required through James V. Brown
When: Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 10:30 - 12:00 PM
Where: James V. Brown Library, Lowry Room. Registration required.
Audubon Event: Rider Park Birdwalk
What: Hike with Rider Park Manager, Sara Street, and members of the Lycoming Audubon Society, as we look and listen for a variety of species of birds in the woods and meadows of the Allegheny Ridge. The walk follows moderate grades on mostly grassy trails. We will meet at the yellow gate near the main parking area.
What: Our final Saturday trip of the season will be in southern Clinton County. We will walk along the edge of this 100-acre lake and search for winter species, possibly including finches, raptors, migrating waterfowl, and perhaps even shore birds. Wearing blaze orange this time of year is always wise as a precaution. Join the Audubon for this relatively flat walk along the water and woods. See the website for more details.
When: Saturday, November 8th at 9:00 AM
Where: Valero gas station located at the interchange of PA 477 and Interstate 80. Volunteer with Lycoming Audubon: Robert Porter Allen Natural Area
What: Lycoming Audubon has several volunteer workdays planned for Robert Porter Allen Natural Area (RPANA). This fall, we are focusing on removing invasive plants and planting native trees and shrubs. Please bring your enthusiasm, work boots, and work clothes! Light refreshments will be served.
We will plant bareroot trees at the entrance to RPANA.
When: Sunday, November 9th, from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Robert Porter Allen Natural Area. Meet at the South Williamsport side, park at the soccer field at the end of East Mountain Ave.
Audubon Event: Chapter Meeting
What: Join Lycoming Audubon Society as Finch expert Matthew Young introduces us to the 43 finches of the United States and Canada, from feeder-favorite goldfinches to red crossbill tribes, to least known mountain-top
black rosyfinches to endangered Hawaiian honeycreepers. The program is based on the information-packed book, Stokes Guide to Finches of the United States and Canada, by Lillian Stokes, best-selling author of 35 Stokes guides, and co-authored by Young. Learn detailed finch identification, language, behavior, irruptions, specialized maps, and foraging charts on crossbills, how to conserve finches, and much more.
When: Wednesday, November 19th at 6:30 PM
Where: Taber Museum, 858 West Fourth St., Williamsport PA.
Hughesville Borough Council mulls removal of trees
By MIKE REUTHER Sun-Gazette Correspondent
Hughesville Borough Council is taking a waitand-see approach with removing trees along downtown streets.
More than two dozen trees have been targeted for removal, many of which are uplifting sidewalks and the surrounding metal grates where they are planted.
However, the cost to uproot and replant trees is a bit more than community leaders want to see the borough ante
up – at least for now.
“Why spend a bunch of money we don’t have at this point?” Councilman Todd McCowan said.
Borough officials noted the cost to remove a single tree and grind the stump would come to $300 and another $300 to plant a new tree.
They discussed the possibility of removing the trees in phases to prevent spending a lot of money at one time.
They also considered getting other quotes for the work in addition
to the one the borough received from Dincher & Dincher Tree Surgeons.
“Maybe we budget next year for it,” Councilman Jerry Daugherty said.
“Let’s put it in the forefront for next year,” Council President Andrew Mook added.
In other matters, council approved a donation of $2,500 to the Hughesville Area Public Library.
Council appeared prepared to approve a $2,000 contribution, matching the borough’s
amount from the previous year until the figure was questioned by Library Treasurer Charles Lockard.
An active place and asset to the community, he noted that in many other years the library received an annual donation of $2,500 from the borough.
“You will get $2,500 this year,” Mook assured Lockard.
Council also agreed to donate $1,000 to the East Lycoming Recreation Association.
Mayor Richard Smith
reported to council that he is working with Police Chief Rod Smith to come up with an ordinance regulating electric scooters in the borough.
The mayor also reported that increasing numbers of Lantern Flies are appearing in the community. Lantern Flies are invasive insects that feed on trees and plants.
The next council meeting is set for 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27 at the municipal building, 147 S. Fifth St.
Hughesville High School volleyball has success at home
From staff reports Hughesville went 1-3 at its own tournament, falling to Wyalusing 3-0 (25-15, 25-17, 25-23) and Montoursville 3-1 (20-25, 25-14, 25-21, 25-20) before beating Loyalsock in a five-set thriller (16-25, 2510, 20-25, 25-22, 15-7).
Against Loyalsock, junior Anna Easton led the team wtih 14 kills and 11 blocks and was followed by senior Abby Miller’s six kills. Senior Ava Gorg and freshman Addy Mowrey both had five kills.
Junior Ella Mowrey controlled the offense with 21
assists and added six digs on defense. Defensively, she was joined by junior Lyla Kinney and freshman Addy Mowrey, who each had five digs.
“The match was a great display of athleticism and teamwork, highlighted by a rally that lasted over
a minute,” Hughesville coach Brandi Liddic said.
“The level of competition throughout the match was eceptional for both teams.” Against Montoursville, Ella Mowrey had 14 assists and 10 digs and Easton had 13 blocks and 11 kills.
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Hughesville Varsity Scores
Hughesville High School
Girls Varsity Soccer
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Result: Win
Hughesville High School: 4
Shikellamy School District: 3
Hughesville High School
Girls Varsity Soccer
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Result: Win
Hughesville High School: 4
Millville Area Junior/Senior High School: 0
Hughesville High School
Girls Varsity Volleyball
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Result: Loss
Hughesville High School: 1
Montoursville High School: 3
Hughesville High School
Boys Varsity Football
Date: Friday, October 17, 2025 at 7:00PM
Result: Win
Hughesville High School: 28
Election Day
Homemade Soup and Bake Sale
Hughesville Auxiliary Unit 35 Tuesday Nov. 4th, 8 am - ?
Located in front of the Hughesville American Legion Post 35 at 76 North Main Street. Look for the big yellow sign in the window. We support all Veterans.
Wyalusing Valley High School: 3
Hughesville High School
Wyalusing Valley High School: 6
Hughesville High School
Girls Varsity Volleyball
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Result: Loss
Hughesville High School: 0
Girls Varsity Volleyball
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Result: Win
Hughesville High School: 3
Loyalsock Township High School: 2
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Stop by the church during the Hughesville Halloween Parade to pick up a kid’s Halloween treat bag, plus enjoy some freshly brewed coffee from Grindhead Coffee!
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
PICTURE ROCKS RESIDENTS
PICTURE ROCKS RESIDENTS
The borough of Picture Rocks will observe Halloween Trick or Treating
The borough of Picture Rocks will observe Halloween Trick or Treating
Thursday, October 31 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 31st 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Residents who wish to participate should turn their porch lights on during these hours.
Homes who want to participate should turn their porch lights on during these hours.
Pennsylvania’s pheasant season is winging its way closer.
Break out the brush pants, your favorite shotgun and, of course, a fluorescent orange hat and vest. Pennsylvania’s pheasant season is winging its way closer.
Saturday, Oct. 11 marks the start of the junior pheasant season, and the statewide season follows close behind, opening on Saturday, Oct. 25.
Pennsylvania’s pheasant hunters this year also will enjoy more Sunday hunting opportunities than ever before.
The junior pheasant season, which runs Oct. 11-18, includes Sunday, Oct. 12. The statewide pheasant season from Oct. 25-Nov. 28 includes all Sundays within that range – Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, and Nov. 23. Within state parks that allow pheasant hunting, Sunday pheasant hunting is allowed only on Nov. 16 and Nov. 23.
The statewide pheasant season reopens after the firearms deer season, running Dec. 15-24, then Dec. 26-Feb. 28. No Sundays are open for pheasant hunting during these periods.
All told, the Game Commission plans to stock approximately 215,000 birds incrementally through early January, with most releases occurring on public land.
About 16,000 pheasants will go out for the junior pheasant hunt, open to all junior hunters and mentored hunters of any age. The junior season runs from Oct. 11-18. Visit the pheasant hunting page at www. pa.gov/pgc for junior season stocking locations. Stocking for the regular season follows.
“Pheasant releases will occur weekly from late October through late November,” said Ian Gregg, chief of the Game Commission’s Wildlife Operations Division. “A mid-December release will bolster hunting opportunity prior to the holidays, and many sites are also scheduled to be stocked twice after Christmas for late season hunting.”
Pheasant hunting is open statewide, except in Pennsylvania’s two Wild Pheasant Recovery Areas (WPRAs) – the Central Susquehanna WPRA in Northumberland and
Montour counties, and the Franklin WPRA in Franklin County. No pheasant season will occur in either WPRA this year. While the Game Commission in recent years has authorized a youth pheasant season within the Central Susquehanna WPRA, and regulations were amended in 2024 to allow hunters of all ages to participate if a season was established, springtime pheasant crowing surveys in these areas were below the population estimate trend at which hunting would be authorized.
Elsewhere in the state, hunters may harvest either male or female pheasants. Both are released by the Game Commission, at a ratio of about three males for every female. Although protecting hens is an important aspect of wild pheasant management, survival of propagated pheasants is too low to support sustainable populations, even without hunting mortality.
Each pheasant hunter needs a general hunting license, and most hunters need a pheasant
permit, as well. Pheasant hunters must, at all times, wear at least 250 square inches of fluorescent orange on the head, chest and back combined. A fluorescent orange hat and vest will satisfy this requirement.
Hunters must abide by a two-pheasant daily limit and six-pheasant possession limit.
Pheasant permit requirements
All adult hunters and some senior hunters who pursue pheasants are required to purchase a pheasant permit in addition to a general hunting license. The permit costs $26.97 and is available through HuntFishPA or from any license issuing agent.
As with a general hunting license, hunters can store a digital pheasant permit on a smart device to carry when hunting. Paper licenses and permits must be signed when carried afield.
Senior lifetime resident license holders who acquired their licenses prior to May 13, 2017 are exempt from needing a pheasant permit.
Junior hunters and mentored permit holders under 17 need a free permit
Although pheasant-permit revenue is not earmarked specifically for the propagation program, and does not completely offset the costs of raising and stocking pheasants, it is important in ensuring the financial sustainability of the program. Permit revenue for the 2024-25 license year was nearly $1.5 million.
“Over 75,000 pheasant permits are issued each year,” Gregg said. “This interest level is encouraging for the future of small-game hunting in Pennsylvania and it’s a great time to be a
pheasant hunter. Good luck, have fun, and hunt safely!”
Hunters urged to report banded pheasants
Hunters are advised that some of the pheasants they find in the field this year might have leg bands. By reporting those banded birds, hunters can provide important information as part of a Game Commission study to assess harvest rates for pheasants that are raised on the agency’s game farms, then released to provide hunting opportunities in Pennsyl-
vania.
Game Commission wildlife biometrician Josh Johnson said about 8,000 pheasants are being banded. Over the course of the season, they’ll be released on state game lands and other properties alongside more than 200,000 non-banded pheasants.
Each leg band is stamped with a toll-free number a hunter can call to provide the date and location of harvest.
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(From Page 15) to the success of the study, and he urged all hunters who bag banded pheasants to report their harvests. Further, any banded pheasants found dead from other causes, such as being hit by a vehicle, also should be reported, as this information is very important to the project as well, Johnson said.
Based on their track record, Johnson said he anticipates Pennsylvania’s hunters will report their birds.
“We rely on hunters in conducting many of our studies, and we survey many of our hunters each year to learn more about how their hunting seasons went or gauge their opinions on topics, and year after year they step up,” Johnson said. “Hunting is an important part of the lives of many Pennsylvanians, and I expect the state’s pheasant hunters will again show us just that through their reporting of banded birds.”
A similar study on pheasant harvest rates was conducted in the fall of 2015. That study found about 50 percent of pheasants stocked by the Game Commission were harvested.
Since then, however, many changes to pheasant-stocking schedules and strategies have been implemented with the goals of expanding opportunity and increasing harvest rates. The new study will provide data to evaluate the effects of these changes and assess where additional opportunities might exist to maximize the number of hunter-harvested pheasants through future adjustments in stocking strategies.
Finding pheasants
Because pheasant hunting in Pennsylvania relies on the release of propagated birds, hunters are wise to focus their
efforts on the time periods and locations where the Game Commission stocks birds.
To increase awareness of where and when pheasants will be stocked, the agency publishes an allocation table and interactive stocking locations map online. Both of these are available on the pheasant hunting page at www. pa.gov/pgc.
When using the allocation table, click on a region to see the number of male and female pheasants planned for stocking in each county for each release, as well as the range of dates for each release, and a listing of each property to be stocked.
The interactive map shows more than 220 properties that are scheduled to be stocked. Click on a pheasant icon to see the property name, the number of releases, and number of birds released last year to get an idea of large versus small release areas. Users can also zoom in to see pink highlighted areas representing areas of best pheasant hunting habitat where birds are most likely to be found.
As a reminder to hunters in these areas, it is unlawful to discharge a firearm within 150 yards of a Game Commission vehicle if its occupants are releasing pheasants.
For those new to hunting pheasants, the Game Commission offers online resources to help inexperienced hunters find success. Various pheasant-hunting resources are available on the Learn to Hunt Program page at www.pa.gov/pgc.
Handling harvested wild birds
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus can be carried by wild birds and has been found across the Pennsylvania landscape. To
protect themselves and to reduce the risk of spreading this extremely contagious disease to other birds, hunters are advised to practice the following precautions: Have dedicated footwear, clothing, and tools that are only used for hunting, handling, and dressing harvested wild birds.
Do not handle or harvest wild birds that appear sick or are found dead.
Wear gloves when handling or dressing harvested wild birds. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when handling or dressing harvested wild birds.
Dress harvested wild birds in the field.
Double bag any offal and feathers that will be removed from the field. Wash your hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer immediately after handling or dressing harvested wild birds. Wash all tools and work surfaces with soap and water after using them, then disinfect with a 10% household bleach solution. Allow to air dry or rinse after 10 minutes of contact time.
Change footwear and clothing before coming in contact with any domestic poultry or pet birds.
While influenza viruses can infect humans, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has declared that currently in the United States “viruses circulating in birds are believed to pose a low risk to the general public”.
Any sick or dead domestic birds should be reported to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture at 717-7722852.
Sick or dead wild birds should be reported to the Game Commission at 1-833-PGC-WILD.
MAX WINN AUCTIONS
MAX WINN AUCTIONEER AU-5038 QUESTIONS
We have your memories and we want you to have them back. Many photographs have been dropped off for publication, some as far back as 2003. Please stop at the East Lycoming Shopper and News office to pick them up. Our office is located on Rt. 405 between Muncy and Hughesville. Don’t allow your photos to be thrown away.
Employment
1500-Miscellaneous
Danville Area School District has openings for one (1) Full-Time 2nd Shift Custodian and one (1) anticipated Full-Time 2nd Shift Custodian. Knowledge of basic custodial services such as cleaning, moving furniture, waxing, scrubbing floors, etc. preferred but will train. Starting rate is $15.30 per hour plus shift differential. If interested, please apply online at https://www. danvillesd.org/apply. No faxes accepted. Act 34, 114, 151 and 126 clearances and TB test required upon hire. Positions open until filled. EOE
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Established law firm seeking to hire Full-time Legal Assistant. Previous legal experience preferred. Competitive pay and benefits package. Send resumes to McNerney, Page, Vanderlin & Hall
Attn: Bobbi Jo Vilello 433 Market Street Williamsport, Pa 17701 or bvilello@mpvhlaw.com
Rental Real Estate
3006-Apts-Unfurnished
HUGHESVILLE, ONE BEDROOM, First Floor Apartment. Heat, water, sewer, garbage, and appliances included; no smoking; no pets. Call 570-584-2138 weekdays 9am-5pm.
3032-Wanted to Rent
Retired military, non smoker, no pets, looking for 1 or 2 bedroom, 1st floor preferred. Solid income. Call Chris 272-404-5426
Sale
Real Estate
Mohawk Dr.,
PA 17737 (located across from Fry’s Gas & Oil) Real Estate Open House Showings--Sunday, October 12th & 19th, 2 to 4 P.M. (or by private showing with auctioneer) Well-constructed modular home with 1,216 sq. ft. on .52-acre parcel. Home has all new windows, new front door & screen, handicapped ramp & bathroom with walk-in shower, oil hot air heat, laminate flooring throughout with carpeted 2 BR’s. Home has a good roof, vinyl siding, an enclosed front porch of 236 sq ft,, well water & public sewer. spacious LR & kitchen, and a detached 2 car garage with an adjacent shed. Property also has a 6’ x 10’ shed for all your lawn & garden tools. Home also has a nice yard with the backdrop of a farmer’s field with abundant wildlife. Property would be a great family starter home or one for a person with mobility issues. East Lycoming school district! Terms: $5,000 real estate property deposit required day of auction, with good PA check or certified funds payable to Marquette’s Auction Marketing, balance at closing within 60 days of sale date. 5% buyer’s premium to be added to the purchase price of real estate. Real estate is sold “as-is” & is subject to owner confirmation. Statements made day of auction take precedence over previously printed material. Inspections may be done prior to auction at potential buyer’s expense. Real estate to be sold @ 11 am on Saturday, October 25th. Carport-3 Trailers-Sheds-Lawn & Garden Equipment-Tools-Jazzy Scooters-Firearms-2 Aluminum Boats-3 Riding Mowers-Antique & Modern Furniture-Christmas Decs-Appliances-C.I. Frypans-Diecast & Hess Truck Collectables-Costume Jewelry-Scrap Metal-Record Albums-Coins, Etc.
Special Note: All items will be offered through the tag sale on Thursday & Friday, except for the real estate. All items left over from the tag sale will be auctioned off on Saturday along with the real estate. FFL requirements strictly adhered to. Hours 9-4 daily…no early birds! All items priced & sold as-is with no warranties applied. Terms—Cash or good PA check only, ID required. Updated info & pics @ marquetteauctions.com, auctionzip.com ID1907 or GoToAuction. com ID6181. Owners not responsible for accidents. Selling the real estate & contents for Roy & Ruth Shreck who are downsizing.
Marquette’s Auction Marketing Tom Marquette, AU-002855L, 570/916-6903
The Muncy School District is seeking applications for the following anticipated positions: Assistant Varsity Girls Wrestling Coach Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Join our team by applying online at www.muncysd.org
Select the ‘Join our Team’ tab and choose ‘Athletic Positions’ Deadline: October 31, 2025 EOE
3512-Houses
REAL ESTATE 570-326-1561 www.fishre.com
3522-Mobile Homes
140 Bittner Park Rd, Lot 45. $82,500. Move in ready, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1344 sq ft doublewide. Shed/workshop, carport and 2 covered porches. Located at end of park overlooking open space and close to Trout Run Park. Seller will pay 6 months lot rent and carpet allowance. View on Zillow. Call Guy at 303-520-7175
Don’t Miss Buyers....
Use the Map It Logo on Your Sale Ad and Buyers Can Go to www.sungazette.com Click on the Garage Sale Logo and Be Mapped Right to Your Sale!!!
Call Classifieds at 570-584-2134
For More Info
Harman Magnum Stoker Stove - well maintained rice coal stove with extras, 2-1/2 ton cap. Coal bin, spare grates, used door glass, new rope gasketing, thermostat, 2 ash cans, new chimney hat. Price $850. Email candyanddaves@gmail. com, leave name & number.
USED RAILROAD TIES
Keystone Tarp Co. Sales & Service. Also Tarps For Sale. 570-435-0752
6044-Wanted to Buy
Buying Old Posters, Paintings, Toys, Coins & Lighting. Watches, Jewelry, Indian Relics, Swords, Bayonets. Callahan’s Antiquities, 381 Broad St. Montoursville, 570-368-2597. CAGA Certified Appraisers. Thursday, Friday & Saturday 11-5.
ßBuying Jewelry Galoreß Pre-1960’s glitzy & gaudy vintage costume & designer jewelry, estate jewelry, antique jewelry, gold jewelry (old & new), sterling jewelry, sterling silver items, gold jewelry, old silver dollars, & much more! CALL THE JEWELRY LADY - Linda 570-295-0622 or 570-295-4013 Thank You!
Looking to buy collections or single items such as brewery, Flocks brewery, military, toys, etc. 570-441-2222
Delivering all sizes of coal. $395/ton, Treverton Rice Coal $345/ton, 2 ton minimum, price includes delivery. Bagged coal $11/50 lb bag. Robbins Coal 570-546-8301
6512-Fire Wood
Mixed hardwood. Oak Hickory Cherry 570-772-4831
Seasoned Oak Firewood 2 years. Also outdoor furnace wood volume discount. 570-772-2352
6518-Hay & Straw
Hay for sale: very good mix, large round bail, net wrapped. Also, first & second cutting balayage. Can delivery. 570-439-2595 or 570-724-1946 leave message.
Transportation
7000-Autos
The Fairfield Auto Group Williamsport, Montoursville, Montgomery, Lewisburg. 1-888-53-4CARS fairfieldautogroup.com
VAN CAMPEN
Dodge-Chrysler-JeepRam Trucks ¯ 601 W. 3rd St. 570-326-0567 www.vancampen motors.com
Transportation
7010-Antiques/ Classics
Looking to buy an old foreign project car. Any condition, running or not. Porsche, Jaguar, Mercedes, Maserati, Ferrari & much more. Fast and easy transaction. Cash on the spot. If you have any of these or any other old foreign cars please call 571-259-9656
7030-Vehicles Wanted
ßA Cash Buyerß For Unwanted Cars, Trucks, Vans, Farm Machinery. Any Condition. Call 570-772-3661 or 570-772-5625
ATTENTION: B&C AUTO WRECKERS will now pay top dollar for your unwanted cars, trucks & equipment. Licensed & professional service. Removal Service Available. Call for details 570-547-1040.
PAYING TOP DOLLAR!! For your dead or alive junk cars, trucks, vans, etc. FREE REMOVAL. 570-337-8996
Service/Repair
7512-Auctioneers
HASSINGER / COURTNEY Complete Auction Service (570)658-3536 & 539-8791 Estates & Business Liquidations
7670-Mower Repairs
Pennsdale Repair Shop Lawn and Garden Service/Repair, Chain Saw, and Snow Blowers Call 570-447-9908
7715-Roofing
RICHARD T. GOLD, JR. Roofing, spouting and small jobs. General Contracting. Serving the area since 1974. 570-546-3055.
