
Two weeks ago, this area suffered the loss of one of its most outstanding citizens and a man dedicated to the service of others — John Troisi. I knew John, maybe not as well as many other people, but I was still able to get a sense of the man and his love of humanity
READ MOREMerry Christmas to you and your family! My wife and I have officially navigated all the Christmas parties and holiday get-togethers, and now we’re excited to slow down, relax, and celebrate the holiday with family. This year looked a little different for us. It was a bit more challenging at times, but it was also
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
READ MOREFor the past fourteen years, hours before the drama and excitement of the International and United States championship games unfold inside Lamade Stadium, a hundred yards to the north, Volunteer Stadium is alive with the emotional and inspirational Little League Challenger game. Some have called it the best game at the Series. During the two
READ MOREIn a world where division seems to dominate headlines, Lycoming County discovered this week an unexpected source of unity that inspired and surprised us all. It’s in times of adversity that our unity and respect for one another shine. During their weekly meeting, the Lycoming County Commissioners unveiled details for what promises to be one
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Of all the many wonderful experiences and memories this year’s Little League World Series generated for those of us on the iHeart Media radio broadcast team, the one that sticks with me the most occurred before the first pitch was thrown. Hours before the tournament’s opening ceremonies were to begin at Volunteer Stadium, colleague Ken
READ MOREEvery August, Lycoming County plays host to one of the most remarkable international sporting events in the world. More than 400,000 fans from all corners of the globe pour through the gates of Howard J. Lamade Stadium and Volunteer Stadium during the Little League World Series, giving the Susquehanna Valley a unique role that no
READ MOREOn Tuesday, August 19th, Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) hosted Little League World Series (LLWS) teams and dignitaries for a picnic. The picnic, which has turned into an annual tradition, celebrates the spirit of community and global friendships formed through the LLWS. Attending the picnic were players from Chinese Taipei (Team Asia-Pacific) and Nevada (Team Mountain
READ MOREThe stories that surround the Little League World Series are usually as good as the event itself. They often involve local folks who love and support the event in so many ways. This year was no different, only with an aviation twist. It goes all the way back to when this young boy was asked
READ MOREThe Williamsport City Jazz Orchestra is excited to announce several free performances this month, on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, August 20, 22, and 23. If you’ve ever been curious how a big band rehearses for a concert, then come to the Trachte Music Center at Lycoming College on Wednesday, August 20 for something different: an
READ MOREDon’t look now, but fall’s quickly approaching. Another Little League World Series is in the books, thousands of yearly visitors have departed, schools are back in session, and week two of high school football tees it up this weekend. Personally, I am grateful to iHeart Radio and my broadcast colleague Ken Sawyer for the opportunity
READ MOREWhen the man who once taught Christian leadership behind the Iron Curtain hands you his pen, you don’t say no. Yet here I am, following Larry Stout’s footsteps at Webb Weekly’s government desk, where we bring you the latest from about town. Mr. Stout has written for this publication with dedication and grace for years,
READ MOREOverlooking the west branch of the Susquehanna River, Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) is pictured with players from Chinese Taipei (Team Asia-Pacific) and Nevada (Team Mountain Region), team families and coaches. Seated left to right are Billy Martin, who pitched the World Series’ first no-hitter in 1950, Donald “Doc” Shearer, who played for Montoursville Little League
READ MORE“We just play them. We don’t have to carry them,” said the mighty mites of the Monterrey, Mexico, Little League team. The confident pint-sized visitors from south of the border then went out to beat a veritable team of giants from La Mesa, California, 4-0, Friday afternoon to capture the championship of the 11th annual Little
READ MOREBefore we get to the heart of the order regarding all that’s going on, I have a little business-related item to cover. After talking about my lifetime ties to Kane Street and Little League days, several folks asked me where the Webb Weekly was moving to. I had covered this in a previous article, and
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This year’s been… a lot. First, I lost my Rottweiler, Bulleit. He was my buddy, my protector, Mama’s big baby boy. Losing him was gut-wrenching. Anyone who’s had a pet cross the Rainbow Bridge knows the ache it leaves behind. I won’t dwell on it too long — partly because it still stings, and partly
READ MOREIn addition to all the fun and excitement on the field, as well as the Fan Zone activations and giveaways by Little League® Official Sponsors (to be announced in the coming weeks), a variety of new daily promotions and giveaways have officially been announced for the 2025 Little League Baseball® World Series, Presented by T-Mobile
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The Little League World Series is off and running. A few days in, and we are all smiling. Some of the pitching performances have been outstanding. Much love to the boys from South Dakota. They nipped the Pennsylvania team last evening. I love their left-handed flamethrower. Maxen Snoozy has a great name, and he was
READ MOREWhat an amazing time of year to live in our little corner of God’s green earth. First up, if you are in town for the 78th playing of the Little League World Series, let me welcome you. I wish you and your team, as you spent this summer on this fantastic journey, good luck, great
READ MOREWell, hey there, y’all — it’s that time of year again! Bittersweet, like that last s’more of the season when the marshmallow’s perfect but you know swimsuit weather is about to be replaced with school supply aisles. Yep — it’s Little League World Series season in Williamsport! I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it
READ MOREThe eyes of the sporting world will again be on South Williamsport when the 78th Little League Baseball World Series begins play this week. There will, of course, be a lot of great baseball played, but many other attractions to the Series as well. Everything gets off to a roaring start with the Annual Grand
READ MOREI would personally like to congratulate the 20 teams that made it to Williamsport for the 2025 Little League World Series. This is my favorite time of year, as our lovely backyard provides the perfect backdrop to the greatest youth sporting events on the planet. I love the entire tournament, and I am looking forward
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Over the many years traveling up and down Route 15, it would be impossible for me to count the countless times I have driven past Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland. Most times I drive by, I’ve noticed numerous cars in the parking lot and say to myself, ‘someday I’ve got to stop in., but I never have.
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Among the huge assembly required to welcome 20 teams and around 300,000 fans to the Little League Baseball World Series in South Williamsport are Pennsylvania College of Technology students and staff. Baking and culinary students and staff from the college’s Le Jeune Chef Restaurant are set to prepare meals for the competing teams, while paramedic
READ MOREI appreciate the thoughts and openness from those who reached out to me about my last column, “A Tough Topic to Talk About.” If you missed it, you can visit webbweekly.com and find the current publication as well as anything you’d like to catch up on from the past. The tough topic to talk about
READ MOREAlthough it does not have its own zip code, as happens each year, a small village is emerging adjacent to South Williamsport’s Little League complex. Talented people are gathering at ‘ESPNville’, preparing to tell the world what is happening at the Little League World Series. TV and the World Series predate ESPN’s arrival. In 1963-64,
READ MORESometimes in child’s play, or a hacker’s round of golf, a ‘do-over’ is called. It is just what the phrase implies, a second chance to handle a situation differently. It’s not about pretending a first attempt never happened, but rather an opportunity to improve an action the second time around. For Williamsport Crosscutters manager Kenny
READ MORETime flies. The older one gets, the faster things appear to spin around you. For me, the time between Memorial Day and the Fourth of July annually seems to go by in the blink of an eye. Memorial Day signals that the uncertainty of spring is finally heading toward the warmth of summer. Then, before
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For Alizabeth Schuler and her South Williamsport High School softball teammates, it was like Ground Hog Day all over again. As the state championship game ended, the Mounties fell to state powerhouse Neshannock for the second year in a row. Emotions overflowed, both from the players on the field and the legion of blue-clad fans
READ MOREAs the winter began its march toward spring, the 2025 South Williamsport High School softball schedule was still a work in progress. Some phone calls seeking games went unanswered; other possible opponents already had full 20-game schedules. The Mounties knew they were headed to Myrtle Beach for five tough opening games, but questions remained as
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There is something special about a parade. For almost two decades now, we have seen this in Williamsport with the Grand Slam Parade in August. That parade welcomes the 20 teams from around the world that will be playing each other in the Little League World Series. The popularity of the parade is evidenced by
READ MORENine free concerts in 28 days. That’s what Williamsport’s world-famous Repasz Band has lined up for the summer of 2025. Venues and occasions include local parks, annual festivals, summer holidays, nearby nursing homes, a national convocation in Gettysburg — and even two brand-new sites where the group has never played before. Just a few weeks
READ MOREI have seen many baseball venues — larger-than-life professional ball fields to stunning Little League complexes. I once waved a Homer Hankie in the Metrodome. A left-handed friend of ours pitched at Memorial. I almost caught a fly ball at Dodgers Stadium. I used to hang out on the bank to catch the games at
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