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There were some specific topics I planned on covering prior to January 20th that I’m just not going to get to this week. I can’t even imagine how any president coming into office would begin fixing the problems facing our Nation based on the events that have unfolded after the November election. Based on my
Hey there, Pennsylvania drivers! When it comes to staying safe on the road, it’s always a good idea to be prepared for the unexpected. That’s where the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) comes in with a fantastic service that lets you easily update your emergency contact information. Trust me, this small step can make a
Since 1962, the Harlem Wizards have entertained and delighted audiences across the country while raising money for worthy causes. The Wizards will return to Williamsport on Thursday, January 23, at the Williamsport High School basketball court, affectionately known as the “Magic Dome.” This event will help raise funds for the Williamsport Area School District Education
Winter weather brings more than just picturesque snowfalls and cozy evenings by the fire. It also ushers in challenging driving conditions that can increase the risk of motor vehicle accidents. The consequences of wintertime crashes are seen firsthand in emergency departments. While the weather cannot be controlled, steps can be taken to stay safe on
I’ve been jokingly advocating for human hibernation during the month of January for several years now, and the weather the past few weeks proves my point. With holiday hubbub in the rearview and the icy roads ahead as we return to whatever normal looks like in 2025, carving out time to hunker down, sleep, and
As the New Year is here, many of us set resolutions aimed at improving our physical health or breaking old habits. But one resolution that’s often overlooked is focusing on brain health. Just as we exercise our bodies to stay in shape, it’s important to exercise our minds. This year, why not make brain health
Believe it or not, the hunting season is not over yet; several species of small game can still be hunted. Squirrels, pheasants, and rabbits are still in season until the 28th of February, although pheasant hunting is pretty much limited to those areas that the Pennsylvania State Game Commission stocks. Like a lot of hunters,
In the waning moments of a game whose eventual outcome had been determined, the smallest player on the team received a pass on the right wing and eyed the hoop, ready to shoot. Just as the ball was released, the referee’s whistle blew. A foul was called, and the shooter stepped to the foul line,
The final day of the statewide flintlock season is behind us, signaling no more deer hunting until this coming fall. Hopefully, you found success and are now wondering about the best way to prepare venison for a family meal. To start with, the best assurance of a tasty meal is a well-placed shot, proper field
The seventh annual Days of Remembrance essay contest for students in grades 7 to 12 is now available. Students must write an essay in response to the following prompt: In Germany and Europe during the 1930s and 1940s, members of many institutions and organizations (churches, military, sports groups, semi- official groups like the Hitler Youth,
For the past year, the weekly Lycoming County Commissioner Meeting on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. is often as exciting as watching paint dry. In the past decade that I have been attending these meetings; many meetings were so wild they would have made a great rodeo show. However, these three commissioners, who are quite different
The Nittany Lions reached the College Football Playoffs. They won two games and made it to the semifinals. Unfortunately, costly plays down the stretch led to their demise, and they were defeated by Notre Dame 27-24 in the Orange Bowl. Penn State’s season is over. They were one game short of a national championship appearance.
I’m going to begin my first column of the year with my thoughts and prayers not only for those victimized by terror in New Orleans but for all dealing with the senseless violence seen across our Nation. This is a problem that will need all of us to come together to prevent future tragedies. We
Prepare for liftoff! In response to the growing need for quality early childhood education for all children ages three to five in our community, Starting Point Preschool will be launching this month. It opened its doors this past Monday in Williamsport. According to a news release from BLaST, under whose auspices the new preschool will
Winter can be a difficult season to experiment with trends. It’s cold, a wet mess outside, and a dry, over-heated mess inside, far from the idle time to bust out the latest cropped sweater, high-waisted culotte fad with pointed-toed heeled boots, or a lace-trimmed, boho maxi dress with slim sneakers. We’re coming off the holiday
The recent news of the death of former President Jimmy Carter at the ripe old age of 100 recalls memories of his April 24, 1976, campaign visit to Williamsport, specifically, Brandon Park. Carter was locked in a highly competitive race for the Democratic Party’s 1976 Presidential nomination against Congressman Morris Udall, Washington Senator Henry Jackson,
Robert Eggers’s new Nosferatu might have been a masterpiece if it weren’t quite so long. Or so gross. Or so sexually explicit. That’s three strikes, I guess. And in terms of being “out,” I came perilously close to exiting the theater after one horrific scene with a harmless, hapless (and eventually headless) pigeon. Why must
Over the years, if you had asked just about anybody in the country what our national symbol was, the response most likely would have been the bald eagle. The eagle, after all, has been used as our national symbol since 1782, appearing on the Great Seal and being featured on official documents, coins and bills,
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, apparently, San Francisco 49ers’ linebacker De’Vondre Campbell was devoid of the spirit of the season. During the third quarter of his team’s game against the rival Los Angeles Rams on December 12, Campbell refused to take the field and enter the game, thus committing the cardinal sin of
The final deer season throughout the state is about to wrap up. While various predator-hunting is still available, most hunters consider the hunting season “a wrap” until the state spring gobbler season sneaks up on us on May 3, 2025. “Snowbirds” will begin migrating south to bask in the warm southern sunshine, but most of
I was glued to my big screen the past few days. I am not the biggest college football fan, but the 2024-25 playoffs have been grand. Yes. I am rooting for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Teach is a proud alum. We have been to many games. Johnny Goodtimes is retired. He was that guy.
I generally attend the weekly Lycoming County Commissioners Meeting and sit in the back with my other local press colleagues. I truly appreciate how objectively honest these journalists are. Their columns are straight up and accurate. It seems like a lifetime ago when newspapers simply told what happened, and the editorial page would be the
This is easily my favorite issue of the year, it’s hard not to get a emotional thinking about all the fantastic organizations that my co-workers and I get to support this week, from furbabies to actual babies to families and vets and the great outdoors! This week’s issue is just one of the many ways
“Up the chimney he rose!” Despite poor reviews and lukewarm receipts, don’t be surprised if Red One quietly climbs “to the top of the wall” as a new Christmas classic. Several weeks past, having noted its dismal rating at Rotten Tomatoes — and its slender box-office take — I decided against seeing this new action-comedy.
With the holiday season coming to an end and colder months ahead, cozy dressing is all I can think about. As much as I love dressing up, this time of year, there’s no denying the irresistible pull of matching knitwear and lounge sets. Consider these a more modern take on the classic shell and cardigan
If you’ve ever felt an intense sting in your nose or a sharp bite in your toes while out in the cold, it could be more than just normal discomfort. These sensations might be signaling a condition called Raynaud’s phenomenon, also known as Raynaud’s syndrome or disease. This condition affects the small blood vessels in
If you are willing to devote the time, you can gain a great deal of knowledge by learning to read what animal tracks can reveal. Whether your goal is to become a better hunter, to develop a better understanding of Mother Nature’s wonders, or to discover just what animals frequent the woods where you hike
Happy New Year, kids. Special thanks to those who are fans of this page. I am truly humbled by all of your feedback and praise. I want to give some love to a few — props to the boss man Jim and my lovely editor Steph for allowing me to partake. I am a part-time
Why the question mark after the words “ice fishing” in the story title? Well, because it’s been a very questionable activity the past few years. Over the past few years, we ice fishing enthusiasts have had very little time on the hard water since the ice was hard to come by in the first place
Famed film director and producer Andy Warhol once was quoted as saying, “The idea of waiting for something makes it more exciting.” Although Warhol’s words are still with us, they cannot be applied to last week’s much-hyped first round of the NCAA college football playoffs, which, after months of ballyhooed buildup, lacked both the excitement
I was in Moscow in August 1991 with my wife and three children, and after a two-hour wait, we finally were able to get into McDonalds, which had just opened four months before, the first one in Russia. While we were enjoying our Big Macs, my oldest son, David, looked out the window and remarked
ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, it is time to solidify plans and any grand schemes you may have; otherwise, you may not know which path to take.
I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Please take the time to come together as family, friends, and loved ones to enjoy this most amazing season. Please find the good in everything and everyone. Check all political conversations at the door until after the New Year. Make sure you give
Why no, Susan, I do not have everything done for Christmas. I think my shopping is done, but probably not. I still have dinner stuff to buy, and if I’m lucky, I’ll find some time to wrap on Christmas Eve — gift bags are sounding better and better! But it’s OK. It’s totally fine. I’ll
The following are the Winners of the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Christmas Fun Coloring Contest! Congratulations to all of our winners and many thanks to all of our entrants! We had OVER 500 entries this year! You kiddos wore our elves out with judging!! We’d also like to thank all of the people who offered
The year was 1964. It was a momentous and interesting year in almost every field of endeavor, from popular culture to politics and many things in between. That year’s most spectacular event in popular culture was the advent of “Beatlemania.” Four lads from Liverpool dominated that year’s music charts. In the week of April 4,
Pennsylvania’s fall turkey season is over, the bear season has ended, and the regular firearm season for deer ended on December 14. For many of the Keystone State’s hunters, the end of the rifle deer season signals that it is time to clean their rifles and shotguns and that the hunting season has ended. But
