Augusta Township, Pennsylvania

Upper Augusta Township is a township in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States. It was formed in 1846 by the division of Augusta Township (one of the seven original townships of Northumberland County formed in 1772) into Upper and Lower sections. The population at the 2010 Census was 2,586, an increase over the figure of 2,556 tabulated in 2000.

Keefer Station Covered Bridge is a historic wooden covered bridge located at Upper Augusta Township in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It is a 109-foot-long (33 m), Burr Truss bridge, constructed in 1888. It crosses the Shamokin Creek.It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Plum Creek is a tributary of Little Shamokin Creek in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is approximately 4.7 miles (7.6 km) long and flows through Shamokin Township and Rockefeller Township. The watershed of the creek has an area of 10.2 square miles (26 km2). It is a small, perennial stream and its valley was substantially colonized by the early 19th century. A number of bridges have been constructed over the creek.

Lithia Springs Creek (also known as Johnsons Run or Lithia Spring Creek) is a tributary of the Susquehanna River in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is approximately 3.2 miles (5.1 km) long and flows through Point Township. The watershed of the creek has an area of 8.96 square miles (23.2 km2). It has a named tributary known as Johnson Creek. Waste of various types is discharged into Lithia Springs Creek from a variety of sources. At least one bridge more than 20 feet (6.1 m) long crosses the creek. The creek is considered to be a Coldwater Fishery and a Migratory Fishery. It is inhabited by wild trout and possibly a few other species of fish.

Sunbury Armory is a historic National Guard armory located near Sunbury, in Upper Augusta Township, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1938, and is a two-story, "I"-plan building consisting of an administration section, stable, and drill hall. It is constructed of concrete block with a brick veneer and executed in the Moderne style.It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

The Bloody Spring is a historical site in the Sunbury, Pennsylvania area. Located on school district property, it is purported to be the location where a soldier from Fort Augusta that was guarding cattle was ambushed and murdered by a Native American tribe member in 1756, during the French and Indian War. His blood is said to have colored the water in the spring red, resulting in the name, The Bloody Spring. The site, located on Memorial Drive and .1 miles south of Shikellamy Avenue, is marked with a historical marker.

Little Shamokin Creek is a 15.0-mile-long (24.1 km) tributary of Shamokin Creek and a sub-tributary of the Susquehanna River in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The watershed of the creek has an area of 37 square miles, spread out over Upper Augusta Township, Lower Augusta Township, Rockefeller Township, and Shamokin Township. The creek's watershed contains four rock formations. These are the Hamilton Group, the Spechty Kopf formation, the Irish Valley formation, and the Buddy Run formation. The watershed also contains three main soil types. They are the Berks-Weikert-Bedington series, the Leck Kill-Meckesville-Calvin series and the Hazelton-Dekalb-Buchanan series. Little Shamokin Creek is the only stream in the Shamokin Creek watershed where fish can survive, as of 1999.

Pomfret Manor Cemetery is a cemetery located in Sunbury, Pennsylvania. Former members of the United States Congress and U.S. Medal of Honor winners are among the notable interments here.

Northumberland County is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is part of Northeastern Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the population was 91,647. Its county seat is Sunbury.The county was formed in 1772 from parts of Lancaster, Berks, Bedford, Cumberland, and Northampton Counties and named for the county of Northumberland in northern England. Northumberland County is a fifth class county according to the Pennsylvania's County Code. Northumberland County comprises the Sunbury, Pennsylvania Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Bloomsburg-Berwick-Sunbury, PA Combined Statistical Area. Among its notable residents, are Thomas L. Hamer a prior democratic congressman and Joseph Priestley, the Enlightenment chemist and theologian, left England in 1796 due to religious persecution and settled on the Susquehanna River. His former house, originally purchased by chemists from Pennsylvania State University after a colloquium that founded the American Chemical Society, is a historical museum.

Shamokin (; Saponi Algonquian Schahamokink: "place of crawfish") (Lenape: Shahëmokink) was a multi-ethnic Native American trading village on the Susquehanna River, located partially within the limits of the modern cities of Sunbury and Shamokin Dam, Pennsylvania. It should not be confused with present-day Shamokin, Pennsylvania, located to the east. The village was the focus of missionary efforts, and then was the staging area for raids on English settlements in Pennsylvania during the French and Indian War. It was burned and abandoned by the Lenape in May, 1756. A few months later, Fort Augusta was constructed on the site of the village.

Rockefeller Township is a township in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population at the 2010 Census was 2,273, an increase over the figure of 2,221 tabulated in 2000.

Sunbury ( SUN-berr-ee), Pennsylvania, is a city that serves as the county seat of Northumberland County. Nestled in the heart of Central Pennsylvania's picturesque Susquehanna Valley, Sunbury is strategically positioned on the east bank of the Susquehanna River. This location is notably downstream from where the river's main and west branches converge, adding to the city's scenic beauty and historical significance. Sunbury's roots stretch back to the early 18th century, reflecting a rich tapestry of American history. As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 9,905, illustrating its role as a significant community within the region. The city is not only the principal city of the Sunbury, PA Micropolitan Statistical Area but also plays a key role as one of the three principal cities in the larger Bloomsburg-Berwick-Sunbury, PA Combined Statistical Area. One of Sunbury's most notable historical highlights is its connection to the legendary inventor Thomas Edison. In 1883, the Hotel Edison became the first building in Sunbury to be illuminated by Edison's innovative three-wire electrical system. This event was so momentous that the hotel was later named in honor of Edison. The historical significance of this moment is further accentuated by the story of John W. Treadwell, Jr., a nine-year-old boy who had the honor of flipping the switch to activate the new lights, marking a new era in the city's development.Beyond its electrical history, Sunbury is home to several other historic landmarks. These include the Beck House and the Northumberland County Courthouse, both of which are steeped in architectural and historical value. The Sunbury Historic District, another key feature of the city, is proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places, showcasing the city's commitment to preserving its rich heritage. Today, Sunbury continues to blend its historical legacy with modern living, offering residents and visitors alike a unique glimpse into both the past and the future. Its strategic location, historical significance, and enduring charm make Sunbury a noteworthy and beloved part of Pennsylvania's landscape.