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  • County Hall Corner: The County Tightens Its Belt0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners gathered on September 24 to address a financial reality that affects every resident: the county is running out of money faster than expected and taking steps to avoid raising taxes again. Several county departments have already burned through ninety percent of their annual budgets with months left in the year. The

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  • St. John School of the Arts Celebrating 30 Years of Performing Arts Magic0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The year was 1996. Bill Clinton defeated Senator Bob Dole to win re-election as President; Tom Ridge was governor of Pennsylvania. In January of that year, this area suffered a disastrous flood that claimed several lives, which was caused by melting snow, and the St. John’s School of the Arts came into existence. This year,

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  • Potential Fireplace Problems

    Potential Fireplace Problems0

    Family Features

    Fireplaces are often a centerpiece of an interior living space. Homeowners often laud the ambiance a fireplace can provide, and the supplemental heat a fireplace can provide can be just what people need to stay warm on a cold day. The Northeast Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association says an estimated 57 percent of homeowners in

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  • Fall Tree Planting: Expert Guidance for Optimal Growth

    Fall Tree Planting: Expert Guidance for Optimal Growth0

    Family Features

    Fall is the perfect season to celebrate trees as they transform the world into vibrant shades of red, orange, green and gold. You can do more than just admire existing trees — because in many areas, fall is also an ideal time to plant new ones. While spring is often seen as peak planting season,

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  • New Worries in a New Stage of Life0

    Tim Hartzell

    Do you ever find yourself worrying? Heather and I are reaching milestone birthdays this year. One of us will soon be 62, and the other just turned 65. Neither of us is sure how we got here. It’s like we blinked our eyes and life went by. Of course, that’s not the way it happened,

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  • International Literacy Day: Why Reading Matters More Than Ever0

    Steph Noviello

    I know, I know. I’m writing about reading again. Because it’s important, and it is that deep. And it just so happens that every year on September 8, the world celebrates International Literacy Day — a day dedicated to recognizing the importance of literacy and the enormous impact reading and writing have on individuals, communities,

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  • Run for Your Life0

    Jimmy Webb III

    When I tell people I run and actually enjoy it, I usually get some crazy looks. Sometimes I even get an eye roll. And honestly, I get it. There was a time when I thought running was the absolute worst. Growing up playing sports, running was usually a punishment. It was something you did to

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  • Bike Riding Duo Raising Funds for Shore Care and Share, September 5th0

    Dave Bellomo

    To me, it is insane that in this day and age, in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, people still go hungry. Yet, that is exactly what is happening. In Pennsylvania alone, well over 1.77 million people are routinely food insecure, including over 507,000 children. That is, they lack access to consistent and

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  • How Sleep Benefits Mind and Body, And How You Can Get More of It0

    Family Features

    Waking up after a good night’s sleep can prepare people to take on a new day and all the challenges it has to offer. On the opposite end of the spectrum, a poor night’s sleep can contribute to physical and mental fatigue, and even have an adverse effect on the immune system, making people more

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  • Smoke Happens0

    Jim Webb

    I hope that, as you’re reading this, the beautiful summertime sunrises, sunsets, and blue skies have returned. At press time, almost 900 wildfires were burning in Canada, to go along with more than a dozen across Northern Minnesota that were providing our local smoke screen. As the smoke was hugging the ground and I was

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  • UPMC Expert: Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease And the Importance of Brain Health0

    UPMC in North Central PA

    Many people experience occasional forgetfulness as they age, such as misplacing keys or forgetting a name for a moment. Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are different. They involve changes in memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior that become significant enough to interfere with daily life. What Alzheimer’s Disease Is Alzheimer’s disease is the

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  • High Performers, Part 10

    Dave Bellomo

    As you might have guessed from this column, I like to read. The topics vary. Sometimes it’s fiction, sometimes classic literature (not too often), sometimes it’s physiology or some other science. Currently, I’m reading a book titled High Performance Habits, by Brendon Burchard. There are a lot of similar books on the market. Some good,

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  • Let the Big Dog Eat0

    Jimmy Webb III

    “You can’t complain about your plate being full if your goal is to eat.” That is a quote from Nick Bare, and I thought it was awesome. I have mentioned before how much I enjoy listening to him, but this one really got me thinking. Recently, just for fun, I did a “day in the

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  • Too Much Information0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners faced a fundamental problem at their recent meeting. The zoning ordinance they had been relying on to regulate data centers was written in 1991 and last amended in 2021. Neither version anticipated the scale and resource demands of modern data centers. These massive operations consume enormous amounts of electricity and water,

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  • June is Men’s Health Month0

    Dave Bellomo

    Often, when I’m thinking about what to write, I look online for ideas with a specific theme. This week, the focus was on health topics for June. I was quite surprised to find out that there is a plethora of health observances for this month. Who knew? Everything from Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, PTSD

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  • Positive Attitude is Good for Your Health0

    Dave Bellomo

    Finding the good in a situation does not mean dismissing or diminishing tough things in life. It doesn’t mean pretending there isn’t pain, hardship, or disappointment; sometimes things just go wrong in life. A positive attitude, however, does means we can often view a situation with hope and a positive perspective. Interestingly, this take on

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  • County Hall Corner: Sites and Systems0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners gathered on a recent Thursday to address the mechanical and human needs of a sprawling county government. Scott Metzger, Marc Sortman, and Mark Mussina took their places in the Third Street Plaza to work through an agenda that touched on everything from judicial infrastructure to the safety of the local prison

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  • The Bookworm Sez: Books about Home Sweet Home by various authors

    The Bookworm Sez: Books about Home Sweet Home by various authors0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    Ah, Home Sweet Home. Shut the door, and your shoulders relax. Off come the work clothes, on comes the TV. It’s where you keep your favorite things, your snacks, your relaxation, it’s where you live. You’ve worked hard to make your house a home, so now read these great books about houses, apartments, workplaces, and

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  • Effective Measures to Reduce Screen Time

    Effective Measures to Reduce Screen Time0

    Family Features

    Constant phone notifications and a tendency to “doomscroll” for hours in an effort to keep abreast of the latest news has conditioned people to keep their phones in hand at all times. The Mayo Clinic cautions that excessive screen time threatens physical, social and mental health. Everything from obesity to eye strain to neck and

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  • Priority. Confidence. Discipline.0

    Jimmy Webb III

    This article is for the people who are on the fence about taking control of their health. Maybe you know you need to take better care of yourself, but you keep putting it off. Maybe you are stuck in a yo-yo cycle where you are all in for a few weeks, fall off for a

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  • UPMC Pediatrician: Healthy Summer Habits for Kids0

    UPMC in North Central PA

    As the school year ends and summer begins, many families look forward to a season of camps, vacations, pool days, and more flexibility at home. While summer can be a great time for rest and fun, it can also bring major shifts in sleep, meals, activity, and screen use. For children, those changes can affect

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  • UPMC Pediatrician: Preparing for Summer Break0

    UPMC in North Central PA

    As the school year wraps up, many families are looking forward to a season of sun, fun, and well-earned relaxation. Summer offers a welcome break from early mornings, packed lunches, and homework, however, it’s also a time when routines can shift dramatically. For children, these changes can affect their sleep, nutrition, safety, and even mental

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  • Top 5 Ways to Improve Sleep0

    Dave Bellomo

    The topic of sleep consistently comes up when I’m teaching health classes or working with fitness clients. While I often skimped on sleep as a kid, as an older and wiser adult, I completely acknowledge that it is one of the most important pillars of health. Unfortunately, it is often the first thing people sacrifice

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  • Horoscopes0

    Family Features

    ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Slow down to smell the roses, Aries. You’ve been running at full speed, and your body is asking for a break. A low-key evening at home will recharge your batteries for a big weekend. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 Creativity hits you in an unexpected place, Taurus. It might even

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  • Did You know?

    Did You know?0

    Family Features

    Increasing time spent outdoors enjoying nature can positively affect mood and mental health. Generally speaking, outdoor enthusiasts tend to be happier overall. The American Psychological Association says spending time in nature is linked to both cognitive benefits and improvements in mood, mental health and emotional well-being. Both green spaces and blue (aquatic) spaces benefit overall

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  • Tips to Stay Motivated to Exercise

    Tips to Stay Motivated to Exercise0

    Family Features

    Lack of motivation can be a difficult hurdle to clear when approaching any activity or goal. And that’s particularly so with fitness-related goals, as lack of motivation to exercise, which many people find boring and unenjoyable, is an oft-cited reason for living a sedentary lifestyle. The benefits of exercise, which include decreased risk for chronic

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  • Rose Valley

    Rose Valley0

    Jamie Spencer

    Rose Valley Lake continues to be a hot topic. I have entertained several rumors. They need to make some repairs. We have chatted back and forth for the past 3 years. Many new conversations of late. It looks like they will need to drain the entire lake. It takes time to secure the funds. Many

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  • Horoscopes0

    Family Features

    ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Aries, your energy is at an all-time high. If you’ve been sitting on a wild idea, Tuesday is the day to pitch it to someone. Your charisma is your superpower right now. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 Expect a spotlight moment, Taurus. Whether it is a compliment from a stranger

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  • Walking Your Way to Better Health0

    Steph Noviello

    As much as I hate to admit it, I am not getting any younger. And with aging comes changes — mental and physical. One of the physical is that I am not longer able to keep weight off, or lose weight as easily as I could in my 20s. I don’t like it, but it

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  • Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance Banquet To Be Held May 60

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Ten special individuals who work tirelessly to improve their community through various endeavors will be honored at the annual Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance banquet, to be held at the Genetti Hotel in Williamsport on Wednesday, May 6. These individuals will be honored across several categories. They are Marvin and Debbie Hurwitz, Vince Reeder, George Lepley,

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  • The Bookworm Sez: “How to Be Okay When Nothing is Okay” by Jenny Lawson0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    So what are you gonna do next? You can’t decide. There are so many choices and you know you’re going to pick the wrong one. That’s the problem, you never do anything right and you don’t know what to do next. So here: take a deep breath, take another, read “How to Be Okay When

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  • Healthy Again: Part 20

    Dave Bellomo

    In Part 1 of this article, I discussed some of the things it would take to get us, as individuals and as a society, healthy again, with food and exercise as the main topics. Just to recap: choose healthy foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and water. So, eat lots of whole fruit and

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  • Flick’s Fourth Human Services Expo Set for April 23

    Flick’s Fourth Human Services Expo Set for April 230

    Press Release

    Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) has announced his fourth annual Human Services Expo, held in coordination with his Speaker Series, will take place on Thursday, April 23, from 3-6 p.m. at the Field House at Pennsylvania College of Technology. The event, which will feature more than 70 agencies, nonprofits, businesses and other valuable resources, is free

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