Santa will be very relieved. You’ve taken most of the burden off him by making a list and checking it twice on his behalf. The gift-buying in your house is almost done — except for those few people who are just so darn hard to buy for. So what do you give to the person
READ MOREARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Your energy is contagious this week, Aries. Expect bursts of creativity and spontaneous fun to ensue. Perhaps an unexpected adventure will pop up? Take the lead in social situations. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 It might be a week for indulgence in the best ways possible, Taurus. Treat yourself to
READ MOREHard to categorize and elusive in nature, the “going out” top can range from a sparkly camisole to a festive knit. It can be a blouse, a T-shirt with a twist, a tank top, or even a turtleneck. With the holiday season upon us, you’ll want to be ready with a few going-out tops for
READ MOREHappy late Thanksgiving to the fine readers of the Webb Weekly. And special thanks to those who are fans of this page. I am truly humbled by your feedback and praise. I often receive several shouts in public. Strangers also recognize me from these columns. I gratuitously thank them with a fist bump. Cool. Before
READ MOREThe holidays are often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many people, they can also be the most stressful. Between shopping, family gatherings, financial strain, travel, and end-of-year work deadlines, it’s no wonder so many of us feel overwhelmed. The good news is that while we can’t always control what’s
READ MOREWith the Pennsylvania black bear season in the books and our antlered and antlerless deer season now underway, it’s hard to believe it, but in just three weeks, Christmas Day will be upon us! If you are in a quandary about what to get your significant other or a sportsman on your gift list, here
READ MOREAs it says on the cover — I wish y’all an extra helping of happy this year! I hope that you and yours have a Happy, Healthy (in every way but the food) and Safe Thanksgiving. As always, it’s time for my yearly list of all the things I am thankful for. The past few
READ MOREAs families gather around tables this Thanksgiving season, we have an opportunity to remember what truly matters: gratitude, connection, and the simple act of caring for one another. The warmth of shared meals and familiar faces reminds us that our common humanity transcends the artificial divisions we have created in our society. Political arguments during
READ MOREThe Pennsylvania statewide regular firearms season for black bear has just ended, yet there are still some opportunities to take a black bear with a bow or firearm all the way up to December 6, 2025. The applicable weapon and the exact dates of the upcoming seasons vary according to the appropriate WMU, so check
READ MOREPennsylvania’s statewide archery bear season ran from October 18-25, and the muzzleloader season statewide was from October 23-25. Of course, the regular statewide firearms season opened this past Saturday, the 22nd, and ends on the 25th. There is also extended firearms hunting from November 29-December 13 in WMUS 2B, 5B, 5C, and 5D, and extended
READ MOREWhodunit? Sometimes, the answer is known before you even have a chance to hear the whole story. Other times, the story of a crime is more than just a murder or a B&E. Either way, most definitely, you need a good true-crime book, like maybe one of these… What you’ll read inside “Shadow of the
READ MOREIn 1989 Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter and George Carlin starred in a low-rent time-travel comedy called Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure. Making a virtual institution out of slacker-dude subculture — and providing an indelible lesson in how not to pronounce “Socrates” — the surprise hit generated two B&T sequels: Bogus Journey (1991) and Face the
READ MOREAs I lay there that night after everyone left, I just had goosebumps. God had his hand in every single detail of that day. There is so much that happened that I wish I could share everything. I’m cutting some things out so it’s not a book. I just kept thanking God over and over
READ MOREThe 26th Annual Victorian Christmas, featured on the cover, can mean only one thing: the hustle and bustle of the holiday season has arrived in the West Branch Valley. Thank you to everyone who has helped keep this event going, showcasing the proud past and beauty of the city of Williamsport. If you’re looking to
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“Andrea Sue! You are not going to wait! You are going to have this done,” said my momma, who says I took ten years off her life with this heart stuff. My family wanted me to have it done as quickly as I could. I agreed, but couldn’t do the 13th. I just couldn’t. So,
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You’ve got the pedal to the metal. Ninety miles an hour, that’s how you live your life. Zooming here, careening around corners, racing to the next deadline, the next milestone, the next goal. Once in awhile, you run out of fuel, but it’s back on the road tomorrow and you can’t imagine living any other
READ MORETwenty-three pupils in the class for journalism at the Williamsport High School, will do high school reporting for the two daily newspapers according to a plan recently worked out by their teacher, Miss Miriam Wendle. The class has been divided into four groups of five members each with an editor heading each group. One week
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Sure, it’s fall and the hunting crowd is spending a lot of time roaming the woods and fields in search of game, and you never know what you might encounter. Sometimes, however, we have wildlife encounters even when not in hunting situations. Case in point, a couple of weeks ago, I went out to my
READ MOREI have been clear over the years how blessed we are to live in our little corner of Penn’s Woods. This time of year, I would like to be talking about this in reference to everything that is going on around us. Veterans Day and all that we do to honor these special Americans has
READ MOREThis is a milestone year for the Uptown Music Collective, as they celebrate their 25th anniversary, on November 21st and 22nd at the Community Arts Center! The nonprofit school of music will mark this milestone with more than 80 alumni joining today’s rising stars on stage for four iconic sets. The show, presented in partnership
READ MORETop row left to right: Mark Miller, Wyatt Laubacher, Carter Sherwood, Tristan Kurzawa, Tyce Shaner, Everett Shaner, Joe Laubacher, Finn Styron, Griffin Molino
READ MORECrafting cozy crowd-pleasers is a must for hosting – especially during the cooler fall months. Give your crowd something to celebrate, regardless of the occasion, with comforting sides and appetizers that warm loved ones from the inside-out. Always a healthy snack, fresh California grapes can also be the versatile ingredient you need for elevating dishes
READ MOREAccording to Merriam-Webster online, the English language contains roughly one million words — though that tally includes “myriad names of chemicals and other scientific entities.” Furthermore, this site — which offers lots of other cool info besides just meanings — also points out that there’s considerable disagreement on the actual total; as an example, even
READ MOREThe six-month marathon, which this year extended to the first day of November, of the Major League Baseball season is now officially history. Regardless of personal rooting interests, the record-setting seven-game thriller between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays will go down as one of the best World Series ever played. There
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Best wishes to the local football squads. Several teams are still alive, competing for District titles. D4 is always well represented. Go get ’em. We are now shifting to the winter sports scene. College Basketball has already started. My guys, David and Davion Hill, are hooking up tonight in Muncie, Indiana. Mansfield vs Ball State.
READ MOREThe empty chairs at community programs across Lycoming County tell a story that goes far beyond budget spreadsheets and political maneuvering. Our county continues waiting for funding from governments above, caught in the crossfire of political battles that prioritize winning arguments over serving constituents. This ongoing crisis has become a recurring theme in these pages
READ MOREAs temperatures drop and sniffles rise, many wonder: does cold weather make you sick? While chilly air itself doesn’t cause illness, it can create conditions that make your body more vulnerable to infection and discomfort. The Truth About Cold Weather and Colds According to the CDC, adults catch an average of two to three colds
READ MOREHere at Webb’s Weird Words, oddball vocab is our stock-in-trade. Articles on these usually come from my sprawling list of terms encountered in my nonstop reading. But lately, we haven’t done many of these randomly chosen selections; this is due in part to busyness, but also to thematic groupings — like “sailing words,” in honor
READ MOREUConn’s quarterback Joe Fagnano is trending. The Williamsport Area High School grad is having an unbelievable season. He is leading the NCAA in several offensive categories. Fagnano was recently added to the “Manning Award” watchlist. Joe is also gaining momentum with the voters for this year’s Heisman. Unheard of. Sports Illustrated ran a story last
READ MOREWhether you are an old hat at deer hunting or are headed into the woods in hopes of getting your first deer, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure a favorable outcome. The best way to ensure that the venison you serve your family and friends for supper is as flavorful
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