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For the Love of the Game and Those Who Play It 0

Sports
August 15, 2018

Williamsport welcomes the World! What a wonderful time of year to be a baseball fan, and live right here in the West Branch Valley. If you are in town for the 72nd playing of the Little League World Series, it’s great to have you. Welcome to the home of Little League Baseball. I hope you

Hwan-yeong, Bienvenido, Yōkoso, Welcome 0

Steph Nordstrom

Editorials, Sports
August 15, 2018

It’s once again one of my favorite times of the year. Welcome to all those joining us for the Little League World Series. If you need me in the next ten days or so, please check the photo wells at Volunteer and Lamade stadiums, as that is where I will most likely be hanging out!

New Video Scoreboards and Mets-Phillies Game Highlight 72nd Annual Little League World Series 0

Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

Baseball, Sports
August 15, 2018

New video scoreboards which will enhance the fans’ viewing experience and a regular season major league baseball game between the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies are among the highlights on tap at the 72nd Annual Little League Baseball World Series to be held here August 16 to 26. With no cost of admission

Concussions – Not Just a Concern for Athletes 0

UPMC Susquehanna

Health
August 15, 2018

The brain is protected from most ordinary knocks and tumbles by a thick, hard skull and a cushioning fluid lining. But sometimes bumps, blows, or jolts to the head or impact to the body that makes the head and brain bounce back and forth can result in a concussion. This is also known as mild

Gazette and Bulletin: August 21, 1948 – Pennsylvania Champs Top Florida in National Finals 0

Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

Local News
August 15, 2018

Lock Haven, Pennsylvania state champions, came up with four runs yesterday in fourth inning yesterday afternoon to gain a 6-5 victory over St. Petersburg, Fla. And cart home the Keds National Little League Tournament crown won last year by Williamsport Maynard. And in the consolation contest, Hammonton, N.J. easily stopped Williamsport Loyalsock 10-1, in a

Habitat Improvement: Bushes, Shrubs and Vines 0

Jon Pries

Outdoors
August 15, 2018

Your Habitat Management Plan should include an inventory of current desirable and undesirable bushes, shrubs and vines on your property. Additionally, include a listing of those new bushes and vines you would like to add — including how and where you plan to plant them. CURRENT UNDESIRABLE PLANTS: Over the years, government agencies and well-intended

Can Your Kids Pass This Class?0

Gerry Ayers

Commentary
August 15, 2018

With the advent of middle and high school just around the corner, I wanted to suggest some vital courses for your kids to add to their agenda. Pronto. Our society is moving backward, not forward in many areas, including the basic of basics. In no particular order, here are some classes to definitely sign up

Six Cutters Play in All-Star Game 0

Williamsport Crosscutters

Sports
August 15, 2018

Six Williamsport players were picked to play in the NYPL All-Star game held this week in State College; OF Ben Aklinski, RHP Randy Alcantara, RHP Rafael Caravajal, LHP Keylan Killgore, C Rafael Marchan and 1B Edwin Rodriguez. This marked the second straight season that Alcantara participated in the game. Cutters manager Pat Borders along with

Montoursville Garden Club Celebrates 90 Years 0

Press Release

Anniversary, Clubs
August 15, 2018

The Montoursville Garden Club recently held its annual flower show. The theme was “Celebrating 90 Years of Flowers” because the garden club is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. Geri Mertes won “Best of Show” and Judy DeGregorio won the “Sweepstakes”. The categories corresponded to traditional anniversary gifts. Winners of the categories are as follows:

14th Annual Grand Slam Parade Steps Off Wednesday, August 15 0

Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

Sports
August 15, 2018

An appearance by the Hall-of-Fame baseball player, Ozzie Smith and the inclusion of more music and bands than ever, are among the highlights of this year’s 14th Annual Grand Slam Parade, which will step off promptly at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 15. This event has become the traditional kick-off to the annual Little League

Deer Predation – A Hot Topic 0

Ken Hunter

Outdoors
August 15, 2018

I suspect that most Pennsylvania hunters are well aware that the subject of deer and deer management can be controversial at times — especially when it comes to how many deer we have and what influences deer numbers. There are some who claim deer numbers are too low because we are killing too many does,

94 Year Old Man Honored As Oldest Boy Scout At Troop 12 100th Reunion 0

Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

Local News
August 15, 2018

The year was 1936. Franklin Roosevelt defeated Gov. Alf Landon in a landslide in that year’s Presidential Election. Bruno Richard Hauptmann is executed for kidnapping and killing the Lindbergh baby. King Edward VIII abdicates, the Spanish Civil War begins, and it was the year that Howard Cowles became a Boy Scout at Troop 12 at

The Dream Team 0

Jamie Spencer

Sports
August 15, 2018

A lot has changed since the very first Little League World Series. The national exposure these boys receive is off the charts nowadays. ESPN and their affiliates not only cover the entire tournament, but they are now televising many of the regional games. It’s insane. Don’t get me wrong folks. I’m loving every minute, and

County Hall Corner: Quiet Leadership 0

Larry Stout

Local News
August 15, 2018

At the Webb Weekly Christmas Dinner in 2015, Jim Webb Jr. took me aside and said, “Larry, we really like your Leader in Our Neighborhood features, but we would love for you to write more.” I responded, “Sure, but what ‘more’ do you have in mind?” After a number of weeks exploring the pros and

Packing Mistakes That are OK to Make 0

Bernadette Ulsamer

Advice
August 15, 2018

When traveling as part of your job or with your family, following a packing plan is not only smart, it can be vital in terms of keeping your cool and making sure you have everything you need. In general, I’m a big advocate for working off of a packing list and making sure everyone is

The Laundry Blues 0

Melinda Wentzel

Family
August 15, 2018

It’s possible I made a horrible mistake when I decided to make my kids responsible for their own laundry. In theory, it was a wonderful idea as it relieved me of the dreaded chore and saved me from spending countless hours in what may be the smallest and most depressing room on earth. What’s more,

Number 5 – Tom Speicher 0

Scott Lowery

Sports
August 15, 2018

Ready or not, it’s that time of the year again when the world comes to Williamsport. The always well-attended Grand Slam Parade steps off August 15th, followed by the opening game of the 2018 Little League Baseball World Series on Thursday. Growing up just a few blocks from Little League’s stadium complex, and spending 17

How to Prevent Sports Injuries in Young Athletes 0

Family Features

Advice, Sports
August 15, 2018

Sports are a great tool to teach young people various lessons. Sports can instill a sense of teamwork and responsibility in youngsters while promoting a physically active lifestyle that can benefit kids into adulthood. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that roughly 30 million children participate in youth sports in the United States

Congrats, Wood Bats, Bonds and Beetles 0

Jim Webb

Editorials
August 8, 2018

The Little League World Series is getting ready for the first pitch. Our area high school football fields have come back to life with teams getting ready for an early kickoff to the PIAA pigskin season. Before you know it, August will be the new September for high school football players. This, however, is a

A Reminder 0

Steph Nordstrom

Editorials
August 8, 2018

Sometimes, I go through old issues, and I find subjects that I feel need revisiting. This was one of those weeks. A couple of years ago I talked about the need to be NICE. We live in a world filled with drugs, rape, murder, poverty, hunger, homelessness, mental and physical abuse, crippling debt, political discourse,

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