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  • In Praise of Tinted Moisturizer0

    I was a huge fan of tinted moisturizers when they burst on the beauty scene in the late 90s, but then BB & CC creams came along, and I got swept up in that cosmetic craze. During pandemic times, I’ve rediscovered the tinted moisturizer, which has always been a bit of an underdog in the

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  • How to Safely Watch Wildlife

    How to Safely Watch Wildlife0

    Outdoor enthusiasts know that the wonders of nature never cease. Encountering wildlife while enjoying the great outdoors can be an experience unlike any other, especially when nature lovers know what to do and how to treat wildlife with caution and respect. The National Park Service notes that the safety of nature lovers and wildlife depends

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  • A Brief History of Kettlebells0

    When I first took on this column, I mentioned that my tastes in writing spanned the full spectrum of topics. This particular topic is about taking a funny looking piece of metal and using it to create a brutally effective home workout. Certainly, appropriate in these times, as going to any public place has become

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  • The New Wine of Worship0

    Without intending to do so, it seems I’ve started a series of articles based on Matthew 9:17. In response to a confrontation Jesus had with the disciples of John the Baptist, Jesus said, “Neither do people pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst; the wine will run out and

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  • Rupert’s Specialty Meats2

    • May 20, 2020

    Mike Rupert, owner of Rupert’s Specialty Meats in Montoursville started out helping his father process deer at a young age. Then, in 1984 he began cutting meat. In June of 1987, Mike and his father Bob Rupert started Rupert’s Specialty Meats. Five years ago, Bob retired, but Mike continues to grow the business, and has

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  • YWCA to Host First Virtual Event0

    The YWCA Northcentral PA is super excited to announce they are hosting their very first virtual event! Livestreaming through Facebook, all members of the community are encouraged to check in with them. Due to the current pandemic, they have postponed their Gala and Auction until next spring. Because of this, they still want to see

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  • How to Exercise During the Pandemic0

    Life changed overnight for millions of people across the globe in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, which shuttered businesses and forced many people to follow stay-at-home measures issued by their local governments. These measures not only affected the overall health of those infected with the virus, but also those who experienced no symptoms and

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  • PennDOT Urges Bicycle Safety0

    Parents and Caregivers Reminded of PA’s Bicycle Helmet Law The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds parents and caregivers that Pennsylvania’s Bicycle Helmet Law states anyone under the age of 12 must wear a helmet when riding a bicycle. This applies to anyone operating the bicycle, riding as a passenger, or riding in an attached

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  • Fighting Hunger With Love: The New Love Center works every day to end hunger in Clinton & Lycoming Counties0

    The New Love Center continues to work every day to fight and end hunger as it exists in the regions it serves. With six active and regularly scheduled programs, each tailored to address a particular segment of the population, the Center donates 5263 pounds of food every month. This is especially relevant now as the

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  • Purse Cleaning During Coronavirus0

    As more and more counties in PA start to re-open, chances are you’ll be running more errands, potentially going into non-food retail spaces, and even be returning to work. Hopefully, during these stay-at-home times, you have been wiping off groceries and deliveries before they fully enter your house. But what about your purse, backpack, and

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  • Jesus and Breakfast

    Jesus and Breakfast0

    OK, so quarantine hasn’t been all that bad. I’ve kept busy, getting projects done we never had time for. Schooling alone keeps me busy. I’m no teacher, nor would I ever want to be, but getting my kids through till June has been my #1 priority. I miss our school morning rituals, but now we

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  • The Bookworm Sez: “This Book is Cute!” by Sarah Wassner Flynn0

    Awwwwwwwwww! The second you see a puppy or kitten, that’s probably what you say. Aww, how adorable! Awww, you just want to cuddle it. Wow, it must be so soft and sweet. You want one now but awww, “This Book is Cute!” by Sarah Wassner Flynn might be a great temporary substitute. It happened again:

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