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  • The Beauty of Calcium0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    Healthy skin has always been on-trend; however, the means of achieving a healthy glow have varied from simple moisturizers to serums to sunblocks to gadgets purporting cell renewal, anti-aging benefits, and combating dullness. Of course, it’s not just topical products and tools that contribute to healthy skin but also diet and hydration. Calcium is a

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  • Still in Love with Your X? Weird Words Using Our 24th Letter

    Still in Love with Your X? Weird Words Using Our 24th Letter0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    Scrabble fans know that some of the game’s toughest letters — and thus the ones with highest point value — are J, X, Q and Z. Devotees will likewise acknowledge that of these, X is probably the easiest to use — partly because no less than five two-letter words feature this end-of-the-alphabet item. (J, Q

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  • “Don’t Look Now,” but … Donald Sutherland Is Gone0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    This week’s headline is partly a reference to one of Donald Sutherland’s finest performances. But it’s also an admission that your Webb Weekly critic is tardy in honoring that distinguished actor, who passed away in June at the age of 88. Yet maybe late accolades are fitting for Sutherland; despite a six-decade resume covering 150

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  • County Hall Corner: The Politics of Turkeys vs. Eagles0

    Larry Stout

    The picture of Donald Trump’s fist in the air and the blood on his face moments after the assassination attempt on him has already become an iconic symbol that will be seen for generations to come. Some have even gone so far as to believe that it may go down in history, like the raising

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  • Pennsylvania’s Increased Wildlife Sightings0

    Ken Hunter

    Over the years, as an outdoor enthusiast here in Pennsylvania, I, like many others, have seen wildlife that I never thought I would encounter in our state. The reason for these sightings is mostly attributed to the deliberate reintroduction of several species. Grant it, not all of the wildlife that has been introduced was for

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  • Horoscopes0

    Webb Weekly

    ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 Aries, a measure of controversy has found its way into your life, but you may want to avoid letting others know your feelings. Keep conversations to trivial topics this week. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Advice about how to handle a confusing financial matter may not be resonating right now,

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  • 100 Years Ago: Historical events from January 20240

    Webb Weekly

    The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1924. Millionaire oil broker Courtland S. Dines is shot in the abdomen at his home on January 1. When police arrived on the scene, they found alcohol on

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  • The Bookworm Sez: Winter Books on the Royal Family by various authors0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    Chances are, you do not live in a castle. You don’t have a moat or a drawbridge or even a guard in a high furry hat. The only throne you have is, well, never mind. The point is, you’re probably not royalty but you can surely read about those who are… About that castle: you

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  • Former Bloomsburg Area Man was JFK Pallbearer0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    This week marks the 60th anniversary of one of the darkest days in American history, November 22, 1963, the assassination of the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy. On the occasions of the 40th and 50th anniversary of that dark day in Dallas, Webb Weekly ran two stories featuring two individuals who

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  • The Five Failures0

    Tim Hartzell

    If you’ve been around the church for any length of time, then you’ve likely experienced church conflict or scandal. For those of us in the church world, it’s always difficult to reconcile the various troubles that churches experience. So often, we have thought, “How can Christians treat each other like that?” and “Shouldn’t we be

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  • “Sound of Freedom”: The Summer’s “Anti-Blockbuster”0

    Webb Weekly
    • August 16, 2023

    With “Barbie” crossing the $1 billion mark, 2023 may one day be called “the summer that saved the movies.” As of this writing, not only was Mattel’s blockbuster still cruising along in first place, but the season’s other hits — “Oppenheimer,” “Indy 5,” MI:7,” the new “Guardians” and “Spider-Man” — were working toward a boffo

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  • The Bookworm Sez: “Dinner with the President: Food, Politics, and a History of Breaking Bread at the White House” by Alex Prud’Homme

    The Bookworm Sez: “Dinner with the President: Food, Politics, and a History of Breaking Bread at the White House” by Alex Prud’Homme0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    The invitation said Black Tie Only and you know what that means. It means this isn’t some put-on-the-old-feedbag kind of event. You’ll need your best manners, and you should brush up on where the glass goes and what to do with your fork. You don’t want any faux pas attached to your name, no emotionally-charged

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  • Disney’s Latest: A Not-So-Little Mermaid0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    Regarding Disney’s latest, the question might be: “Does the world really need another ‘Little Mermaid?’” But we already posed that query with recent live-action reboots of “Cinderella,” “Jungle Book” and “Beauty and the Beast.” The answer was: “Probably not; but no one’s complaining.” And they won’t complain about the latest “Mermaid,” either — though I

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  • County Hall Corner: History in the Making0

    Larry Stout

    In the March 1st issue of Webb Weekly, I wrote an article referencing a quote from Henry Ford, “Sorry, Henry, History is Not Bunk.” I used a poll of the “greatest athlete of all time” to prove how weak our country has become in understanding our history. To quote myself, “History is not ours to

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  • Football’$ Back0

    Scott Lowery

    That old saying about the month of March coming in like a lion has nothing on September, especially if you are a football fan. The calendar’s ninth month entered on the heels of the Little League World Series and produced instant excitement and a few anxious moments for local fans of Penn State and the

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  • District IV Stands Tall0

    Scott Lowery

    Earlier this month, as the area school’s doors closed for the summer, hundreds of senior graduates stoically marched into their ceremonies to the familiar strains of Pomp and Circumstance. Then they sat, listened to speeches, heard their name called, received their long-awaited diploma, and happily tossed their mortar-board tasseled caps into the air and departed, officially ending

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  • The Bookworm Sez: “American Comics: A History” by Jeremy Dauber

    The Bookworm Sez: “American Comics: A History” by Jeremy Dauber0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    A towel worked pretty well. If Mom got mad about you stealing one of her bathtowels, then a folded sheet was good, or even an old shower curtain. Superheroes never worried about the fabric of their capes, and you didn’t, either. As long as kid-you could leap and climb and fight crime, you were happy.

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  • County Hall Corner: Inner View Interview0

    Larry Stout

    There are times when even I get writers’ block (which some might describe as a block head), so I decided to do something original. I sat down and thought through all the questions I received over the years about my Webb Weekly columns. Here are a few of them and my responses. “Where do you

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  • County Hall Corner: Looking Forward and Backwards0

    Larry Stout

    The recent elections around the country, particularly in our region of New Jersey, Virginia, New York, and Pennsylvania, provided some interesting insights about where our country might be going. The polls predicted a shift to the conservative right, which certainly happened. But what was behind it was not necessarily what was making headlines. First, why

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  • Represent With Honor, Dignity, and Appreciation0

    Jim Webb

    The 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan, is finally ready to light the torch after a year’s delay. There will be no fans at the games, which without a doubt is the right call after what we have seen in the last year and a half. This protects not only the athletes but also

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  • County Hall Corner: Voting Smart0

    Larry Stout

    On Tuesday, May 18th, the Pennsylvania Election Primary will be held for all registered voters who have not already voted by mail. Many voters often skip an off-year primary, but recent events have made this routine election something that should be given serious consideration. There is a lot at stake, and everyone who takes the

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  • Changes Keep Coming0

    Ken Hunter

    The older I get, the less comfortable I am with change. This year has been especially difficult, especially when I look at the political situation and all the changes being thrown at us because of COVID-19. Since this is intended to be an outdoor column, I will try to refrain from bringing politics and health

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  • The Bookworm Sez: “Eleanor” by David Michaelis0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    Life, as they say, is an open book. When you’re born, someone else starts writing it for you, but it doesn’t take long for you to be your own author. Through the years, you’ll scribble ideas, compose thoughtfully, add chapters, and crumple pages. Your life’s book might be a series of quick notes, long essays,

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  • The Bookworm Sez “Pet Nation: The Love Affair That Changed America” by Mark L. Cushing

    The Bookworm Sez “Pet Nation: The Love Affair That Changed America” by Mark L. Cushing0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    Great-grandpa would think you were crazy. In his day, dogs slept outside, maybe in the barn, or in a doghouse, if they had one. Cats caught their own dinner in the garage or shed. Neither animal came into the house for more than a minute, if that, and sleeping in bed with you? Never! So

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  • Sports Fans Love to Hate0

    Scott Lowery

    For centuries the unanswered question, “what came first, the chicken or the egg,” has been debated. Although it has nothing to do with sports, a similar thought crossed my mind while attending a high school football game with no visiting fans in the stands. Fan rooting interest has long provided the spark that makes athletics

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  • Underrepresentation of Youth in Politics by Gabrielle Bellomo0

    Dave Bellomo

    Since the beginning, 2020 has been an interesting year, with so many impactful events and powerful decisions being made, people’s lives have been changed this year. Though one thing that was not unexpected, that is to happen this year, is the 2020 election. Politics has always been a discussion of controversy, leaving nobody entirely satisfied.

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  • Fox Facts Without Controversy

    Fox Facts Without Controversy1

    Jim Webb

    I often write how blessed we are to call the West Branch Valley our home. This is true for so many more reasons than I could ever cover in one column. If you love the outdoors, nature, and the beauty of God’s green Earth, there is no place like home. With all that’s going on

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  • COVID-19 Harkens Back to Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918-190

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    With the Coronavirus-19, this nation and the world are currently in the throes of the most serious health emergency since the great Spanish Influenza Pandemic of 1918. It might be interesting to look back at that earlier pandemic. According to a Stanford University website, the flu epidemic of 1918 may have had its origins in

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  • Changes Keep Coming0

    Ken Hunter

    I guess it’s a sign that I’m getting older, or maybe I am old, and I’m just beginning to realize it, but it seems like change comes more frequently these days. Some changes may be good, some changes may not be so good, and some may be irrelevant. Of course, as an outdoor writer and

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  • Changing Deer Seasons

    Changing Deer Seasons0

    Ken Hunter

    I guess it’s a sign that I’m getting older, but it seems like things are always changing. Prices have changed, how we shop has changed, society has changed, and even deer seasons have changed. Gas is no longer 29¢ a gallon; we buy online instead of going to the mall; if you wear a red

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  • Some Changes to the Coming Hunting Seasons0

    Ken Hunter

    When it comes to what’s new with hunting this coming year, there are several changes of significance. Of course, the change from a Monday deer opener to a Saturday opener got a lot of attention as well as the usual controversy and some pretty strong opinions on both sides of the issue. Just how this

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  • Deer Feeding0

    Ken Hunter

    I’ve been reading and hearing a lot recently about the Pennsylvania Game Commissions proposal to ask for a ban on the feeding of deer. As usual, anything that has to do with the PGC and deer usually results in lots of controversy and plenty of outspoken opinions — some for and some against. Understand that

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  • Brown Jackets

    Brown Jackets0

    Jamie Spencer

    One of my favorite “sporting” weeks just came to a close. Yes. There is so much going on these first few days of April, and it shows. Congrats to VA as they claimed the NCAA title Monday. I am a huge fan of the Cavaliers and give them a ton of credit. They were bounced

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