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  • Williamsport Sun: April 8, 1940 – Loyalsock Fire Co. Makes Contract for Pumper and Equipment0

    The Loyalsock Fire Company purchased a new 500-gallon pumper and fire apparatus at the regular meeting Monday night. The new pumper is being purchased from the Mack Company, and it is hoped that it will be delivered by July 14 in time for the Loyalsock Firemen’s Carnival. It will replace the 1922 model REO, which

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  • With Flying Colors: Repasz Band Honors Al Nacinovich0

    The Repasz Band’s April 7 concert in Williamsport will feature a specially commissioned piece written by area native Jeremy Leidhecker — and honoring the band’s long-time conductor, Albert Nacinovich. Slated for 7:30 p.m. at the Community Arts Center, this year’s free concert has both a theme and a dedication. Entitled “Kaleidoscope,” the show embraces a

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  • Opening Day Etiquette

    Opening Day Etiquette0

    Special thanks to those who gave me some love. I received several notes and thank-yous from readers about some recent columns. Most were nice. A few were not. No worries. Your feedback is amazing. Appreciate the support. You make this worthwhile. Fishing has always been my passion; my lovely bride would say I am somewhat

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  • Crowning Champions in March0

    In a well-known metaphor dating back to 1879, the phrase ‘there’s light at the end of the tunnel’ is often used to describe the end of disappointing times. Unashamedly, repeating its usage today, the same can be said as March’s arrival has brought with it increasing daylight, signs of approaching spring, the beginning of the

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  • Lord, Give Me a Sign0

    I have been thinking and praying, and praying and thinking, a lot lately about a tough decision. I was torn and really searching for a sign. I gave myself a timeline and kept asking God for clarity. Pastor Tim has always said that God hears all prayers. Sometimes it is a yes, sometimes it is

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  • Uptown Music Collective Brings One-Night-Only Women of Rock Tribute to the Stage

    Uptown Music Collective Brings One-Night-Only Women of Rock Tribute to the Stage0

    The Uptown Music Collective returns to the Journey Bank Community Arts Center on Saturday, March 14 at 7:30 pm with Women of Rock II: The Music of Joan Jett, Pat Benatar & The Pretenders. This one-night-only performance, presented in partnership with UPMC North Central Pa. and UPMC Health Plan, features student musicians paying tribute to

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  • Repasz Band Receives Grant0

    As it nears its historic 200-year anniversary, Williamsport’s Repasz Band plans to make good use of a $5,000 grant from the Williamsport Lycoming Competitive Grant Program at First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP). According to conductor Jeff Dent, the funds enabled Repasz to commission a special composition by Lycoming County native Jeremy Leidhecker. “Our

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  • A Mixed Bag0

    The objective began with simple intentions, searching the closet for an item I thought was readily at hand. Instead, it led to premature ‘spring cleaning’ with unused items finding their way into bags to be donated or discarded. While unintended, the exercise provided a refreshing cleansing experience. Accordingly, a similar approach provides the opportunity to

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  • Hoop Dreams

    Hoop Dreams0

    This is a great time of year, kids. The basketball postseason is here. I will do my best these next few weeks to see my friends and their teams. Let’s get things rolling. Props to the South Williamsport Mounties. Joe Simon and his squad won the Mid Penn and tallied 20 wins. When did they

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  • Thank a Teacher0

    I went to Lock Haven University, which some would call the Harvard of the PSAC, and it also happens to be a great teaching school. A lot of my friends went to college to become teachers, and I also have many friends who are currently teaching. It’s an incredibly important job and, honestly, a pretty

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  • 60 Years of Super Bowls 12 Years of Predictions0

    I have a hard time believing that I’ve been doing this for 12 years! I picked up the torch from Mike Rafferty on a whim, and this column has gotten way more traction than I could have predicted (pun fully intended). Y’all know the drill by now. But in case you need a recap. Every

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  • Hats For Heat Helping to Warm the Needy0

    A “lucky hunting hat” has evolved into a unique fundraising program to help bring warmth and heat to those less fortunate. The program is called “Hats for Heat,” and it was the brainchild of Vince Reeder and Echo Mitchell. Vince posted an image of his “lucky hat” online, and the interest from people who saw

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  • Uptown Music Collective Begins 2026 With a Tribute to 2000’s Rock

    Uptown Music Collective Begins 2026 With a Tribute to 2000’s Rock0

    Hot on the heels of the highly successful 25th Anniversary Celebration, the Uptown Music Collective will return to the Journey Bank Community Arts Center stage for its first major performance of 2026. “Back to the Garage: Songs That Rocked the 2000s” — a one-night-only concert — is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, January 24. The

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  • Fishing Stories0

    Dave Heaps from Montoursville asked if I would give a short presentation. I said yes before I got any of the details. I never shy away from a crowd. A part-time mobile freelancer only gets the call when someone bails. I have done this before, but I am still a novice. I love these opportunities.

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  • Local Students Collaborate with Music Teacher0

    Songs keep coming to Scott Schell… and now his music students, too! “Down Home Furry Friends” includes “student-inspired” compositions and performances. This marks Schell’s 34th online CD recording! The professional 16-song record is now available on all digital sites. It features renditions of Schell’s “happy-go-lucky” tunes for the young at heart, along with several students’

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  • Local Scout Completes Eagle Project to Benefit Community

    Local Scout Completes Eagle Project to Benefit Community0

    Francis Dombrowski, a sophomore at Loyalsock Township High School and a member of Boy Scout Troop 38B in Williamsport, recently completed his Eagle Scout project — a significant milestone in Scouting that requires leadership, planning, and service to the community. An Eagle Scout project is the capstone achievement for Scouts, designed to demonstrate leadership while

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  • An All-American Thank You0

    As we honor our veterans in the upcoming week, I would like to share with you a quote from General Colin Powell. General Powell passed away in 2021 and is now honored at the very place he spoke these words. “The Nation owes a great debt to its veterans, whose sacrifice to the Nation spans

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  • Life, Liberty, and an Appreciation of Both0

    As we close out October, there are so many issues that seem to bring negativity to our American Spirit. I believe in the two-party system, and Republicans and Democrats work for the American people. Lost in the world of today is the having of a beer and a sandwich together after Congress breaks. This so

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  • Conundrum0

    Although it is not a word most folks use in everyday conversation, conundrum was a word often used by a colleague during my pre-retirement working days. Meaning “puzzle, mystery, challenge,” it sounded a bit like a sophisticated way to express ‘there’s trouble ahead.’ Somewhere along life’s path of journalistic learning, I was told the number

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  • Binger Departs Life’s Sideline0

    Over the years, Jean has made the same remark many times. “Aren’t we lucky we have made so many friends and had so many good times through the involvement we’ve had with sports?” Each time, I shake my head in agreement. Sports have been a constant in my life since I was a youngster, and

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  • Fall Family Fun!0

    If I had a dollar for every time I heard someone say, “There’s nothing to do here!” I wouldn’t be writing this article. I would be independently wealthy and drinking something fruity out of a coconut on a beach somewhere. But alas, here we are, and once again, I’m going to prove people wrong. I’ve

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  • A Great Time for Outdoor Peace and Activity0

    Hello, West Branch Valley and beyond! As I drove to the office early Friday morning, I was looking for a little inspiration to lead me to my column. I just felt like we all needed a little change of direction equivalent to one of Saquon Barkley’s amazing cuts on a Sunday afternoon. As I looked

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  • The Often Overlooked Eloise Flood of 19750

    This week marks the 50th anniversary of what sometimes has become an overlooked natural disaster — the Eloise Flood of 1975. This area has suffered the ravages of floods many times over the years. Most people remember well the Agnes Flood of 1972, as well as the flood produced by the aftereffects of Tropical Storm

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  • No Boat — No Problem0

    I know that various hunting seasons are already underway, and additional opportunities will soon begin. I’m getting anxious, too, but as a dedicated fisherman, I’m also very aware that some of our best fishing opportunities are also upon us. One of my favorite fall pursuits over the years has been spending time on the Susquehanna

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  • A Runaway American Dream: “Born to Run” Turns 500

    “I wanted to make the greatest rock record that I’d ever heard.” That’s Bruce Springsteen describing Born to Run — which seems to have fulfilled this hope, as it’s still going strong for its 50th anniversary. Released Aug. 25, 1975, the Boss’s third album became his breakout — a perfect suite of eight magnificently engineered

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  • Grit: September 6, 1964 – Skateboarding Newest Fad to Roll into Area0

    Give a good push with your free foot, and off you roll — that’s about all there is to this newest fad to move into the area. It’s skateboarding — a kind of surfboarding on dry land for those who can’t hit the beach — and its lots of fun. Quite big in southern California,

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  • Aubrey Slagus Charity Golf Tournament0

    Aubrey is the sweetest girl with a big heart and an energetic personality. People are drawn to her wherever she goes! She is a loving daughter, sister and a wonderful friend to anyone who is lucky enough to know her. She loves to dance, and play golf. Aubrey was a competitive dancer until epilepsy interfered

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  • A Quick Catch-Up as August Kicks Off0

    I 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

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  • Bronzeback Time

    Bronzeback Time0

    There is no need to travel, as we are extremely spoiled. Yes. I do 95% of my fishing right here in Lycoming County. Some of my favorite spots are a short drive from the homestead. July is when I completely change my setup. I focus more on the summer Smallmouth. The water temperatures are up,

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  • FCFP to Award Over $460,000 to Area Students0

    With costs for higher education continuing to climb at many colleges and universities, the future may be daunting for many promising young people. The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) works to create scholarship funds that will benefit graduating seniors and non-traditional students. Endowed scholarship funds at FCFP are created by gifts made by

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  • Glitch

    Glitch0

    I recently had the opportunity to touch base with Coach Ron Insinger. We had a fun chat before a summer league game on Monday. I wrote a great piece on 50 years of the CI CAMP, but… Steph just called and asked for my stuff. Wait? What? My email never went. My article was gone.

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  • Local Baker Changing How We Think of Bread0

    As a kid growing up in New York with an Italian father and an Irish mother, two things were certain at dinnertime — there would either be potatoes or pasta as a starch, and we always had access to a good loaf of bread. Admittedly, my relationship with bread is complicated. I loved bread growing

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  • UPMC Donates Life-Saving Equipment to Loyalsock Township Parks

    UPMC Donates Life-Saving Equipment to Loyalsock Township Parks0

    UPMC, in collaboration with the Susquehanna Health Foundation and Susquehanna Regional EMS (SREMS), has donated automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and other life-saving supplies to four public parks in Loyalsock Township. The donation was made possible through generous funding from First Quality. Representatives from Loyalsock Township gathered at James Short Park as Sherry Watts, president, Susquehanna

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