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BREAKING7th measles death in Pennsylvania confirmed
Pennsylvania health officials confirmed the state’s seventh measles death, involving an unvaccinated person from Montour County. The state has recorded 1,542 measles cases and 305 hospitalizations, with more than 500…

Pennsylvania confirms a seventh death tied to the nation’s worst measles outbreak in decades
Pennsylvania health officials confirmed Friday that an unvaccinated Montour County resident who tested positive for measles has died, bringing the state outbreak’s death toll to seven. The death was reported to the…

Coroner cites staff failures in man's accidental death in Montour County
A Montour County investigation found that staff at Geisinger Acadia mental health facility in Danville failed to conduct adequate checks, ignored protocols and falsified records before Anthony Fisher’s accidental death…

Measles-associated death reported in Montour County, bringing statewide total to 7
The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed a measles-associated death in Montour County, bringing the statewide total to seven. The department reported the death as linked to measles; no further details about the…
7th measles-associated death reported in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania health officials confirmed a seventh measles-associated death in the state on Friday, Nov. 13. The latest death involved an unvaccinated Montour County resident who tested positive for measles. The state…

Montour County resident dies after contracting measles, state Health Dept. says
An unvaccinated Montour County resident has died after contracting measles, the Pennsylvania Department of Health said Friday. It is the state’s seventh confirmed measles-associated death since Jan. 1 and the second…

Pennsylvania DOH confirms 7th measles-associated death in the state
The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed the state’s seventh measles-associated death, involving an unvaccinated Montour County resident who tested positive for the virus. The death was confirmed on November 11…

Measles Death Toll Rises In PA; Hospitalizations Top 300
Pennsylvania’s measles-associated death toll rose to seven after an unvaccinated Montour County resident died, the state Department of Health announced Friday. The death was reported to the Centers for Disease Control…
Montour County resident died of measles, Pa. health department announces
An unvaccinated Montour County resident has died after testing positive for measles, the Pennsylvania Department of Health said Friday. It is the state’s seventh confirmed measles-associated death this year…

Coroner rules on man's death at Danville mental health facility
Montour County Coroner Scott Lynn ruled that Anthony Fisher, 31, died from a probable seizure at Geisinger Behavioral Health Center in Danville on August 20. Lynn classified the death as a “therapeutic misadventure” and…

Danville Child Development Center to celebrate reopening of renovated playground
Danville Child Development Center will celebrate the reopening of its renovated playground on Nov. 20, after three years of work. The community event, titled “DCDC’s Biggest FEAT for DCDC’s Littlest FEET!,” is scheduled…

Danville council passes $3.4 million 2027 budget with tax increase
Danville Council approved a proposed $3.4 million budget for 2027 at its Tuesday night meeting, including a 0.9-mill tax increase. The budget will remain available for public examination for 30 days before council takes…

Danville Route 11 paving finishes two weeks early
A $1.6 million resurfacing project on Route 11 in Danville Borough and Mahoning Township finished two weeks ahead of schedule, PennDOT announced. The work included base repairs, milling, new pavement, line painting and…

Geisinger serves 3,500 veteran appreciation dinners
Geisinger served nearly 3,500 meals to veterans and their guests during free drive-through appreciation dinners on November 5. The meals were offered at 12 locations across the health system’s service area. The annual…

Montour commissioners name new chief clerk, planning director
Montour County commissioners promoted Assistant Chief Clerk Michelle Getkin to chief clerk, effective January 1, 2027. The position will pay $58,000, with an additional stipend after a probationary period. The…

Geisinger Serves Nearly 3,500 Meals Honoring Veterans
Geisinger health system honored military veterans last week by distributing nearly 3,500 free meals across 12 locations in Pennsylvania, including Danville, Bloomsburg, and Shamokin. The annual drive-through event…

30 organizations to participate in Montour County Human Service Expo
Thirty organizations are scheduled to take part in Montour County’s free Human Services Community Expo this Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event, organized by the Montour County Human Services Coalition, will be held…

Montour County Human Services Expo set for Friday in Danville
Thirty organizations will offer information and connect residents with local services at the free Montour County Human Services Community Expo in Danville on Friday, Nov. 13. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the…
Danville girls place 3rd at state cross-country meet
The Danville girls' cross-country team secured a third-place finish at the state championship meet. The team's performance marks a significant achievement for the program, highlighting the athletes' dedication and…

Two Arrested Following Burglary At Danville State Hospital
Two men from Turbotville, Austin Mingle and Wade Savidge, were arrested by state police following a burglary at Danville State Hospital in Mahoning Township. Officers responded to a report of a burglary in progress on…

Danville Veterans Monument Seeks Names Of Service Members
Organizers in Danville are collecting names of service members for the Global War on Terrorism Monument located in Memorial Park. VFW Post 298 and Montour County Veterans Affairs are seeking submissions for veterans who…

Veterans Community Day Returns To Danville Today
The Danville Area Community Center is hosting a Veterans Community Day today from 10am to 2pm. The event provides veterans and their families with access to 15 organizations offering information on healthcare…

Green Dragons grab another district boys soccer title
The Green Dragons have successfully secured another district boys soccer title, adding to their recent string of athletic achievements. The victory highlights the team's continued dominance in the district playoffs…
Benton holds off Warrior Run for Class A boys crown
Benton defeated Warrior Run to claim the District 4 Class A boys soccer title in a competitive match held at Danville High School. Despite a strong second-half effort from the Defenders, Benton maintained their lead to…
Line Mountain wins elusive first district soccer title
The Line Mountain girls soccer team secured their first-ever District 4 Class A championship title after defeating Hughesville in a playoff game held in Danville. Senior standout Cora Moyer led the Eagles to victory…
Line Mountain team wins program's first title
The Line Mountain girls soccer team captured the program's first-ever District 4 Class A championship title. The victory was set in motion by an early goal from Jenna Foulds just five minutes into the match…

Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital keeps trauma status
Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital in Danville has successfully earned Level II trauma center reaccreditation from the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation. As the only dedicated pediatric trauma center in…
Eagles clinch state bid, earn shot for D4 title
The Line Mountain girls' soccer team secured their first-ever district title appearance after a 3-0 victory over Warrior Run in the District 4 Class A semifinals on Tuesday. The Eagles, led by Jenna Foulds' two goals…
Defenders clinch state bid, earn shot for D4 title
The Line Mountain girls soccer team has successfully secured a bid to the state tournament, achieving one of their primary goals for the season. The team is now focused on competing for the program's first district…