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The Little Community that Could0
- Sports
- November 7, 2018
Take a drive on Route 54 through Montgomery. You’ll not encounter a red traffic light to impede your journey. However, the lack of such operational hardware may cause you to miss one of the community’s crown jewels tucked away along the roadway, similar to a family heirloom that you know is valuable, but rarely trot
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Improve Entertaining Spaces0
- Advice
- November 7, 2018
Some homes are seemingly built for entertaining, while others may need a little help to make them more fit for hosting dinner, holiday gatherings or an evening with friends. Overall, one-quarter of people entertain guests in their home either daily or weekly across the globe. One-third entertain monthly, according to findings from GFK Insights. People
READ MORETreadmill-A-Thon Fundraiser / To Be Held November 10-11 / To Benefit Veterans Mental Health Project0
- Mental Health, Veterans
- November 7, 2018
Sean MacMillen is a combat veteran who did three tours of service in Afghanistan. Upon leaving the service, he found that he had great difficulty readjusting to civilian life. This led to many problems for him. “I fully admit I struggled to reintegrate into society when I returned from my 3rd tour in Afghanistan. I
READ MORELicking the Batter Clean0
- Commentary
- November 7, 2018
Some of you, whether young or old, love eating raw cookie dough, but I never really developed a taste for it. Especially after I read (wives tale?) that said the unbaked dough would rise in your stomach and becomes hard to digest. Might as well swallow bubble gum! But there WERE some pots and pans
READ MOREUnited States Air Force Colonel Dave Hall (retired) to Speak at Local Flag Ceremony / Flag Pole Dedication and Flag Raising Ceremony to be held at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank0
- Events
- November 7, 2018
The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank will host a Flag Pole Dedication and Flag Raising Ceremony on November 8, 2018. The event will be held at the Food Bank’s Williamsport Healthy Food Hub (3301 Wahoo Drive). It is open to the public and will begin at 10:00 a.m. with light refreshments following the ceremony. The event
READ MOREAnnual Lycoming County Veterans Day Parade / Saturday, November 10 in Hughesville0
The annual Lycoming County Veterans Day Parade will step off this year at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 10 in Hughesville. It will stage and begin in the area of the Lycoming County Fairgrounds and will continue to the area of the Hughesville High School. The Lycoming County Veterans Day Committee, along with help and
READ MORECreate a Healthy, Winter-Ready Home0
- Advice
- November 7, 2018
When chilly weather arrives and the days get shorter, chances are good you’ll spend the majority of your days indoors. Before you start your hibernation, it’s a good idea to ensure your home is up to the task. Put your well-being at the top of the list with these ideas to help ensure a health-conscious
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Legend of the Fall0
- Outdoors
- November 7, 2018
Fishing has always been a passion, and I take full advantage of what North Central PA has to offer. I am on the water an awful lot and usually head out after dinner. I haven’t had the chance of late. Work and daylight savings always seem to get in the way, but if there’s a
READ MOREPearce, the Crosscutters & United Way0
- Sports
- November 7, 2018
Throughout its long 115-year history, Major League Baseball’s World Series has produced many memorable moments that have been etched in the annals of the game. Included was that moment in 1988, the last time the Los Angeles Dodgers won a World Series when a limping Kirk Gibson hit a game-winning pinch-hit home run in Game
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Former Crosscutter Steve Peace Wins World Series Most Valuable Player Honors0
- Cross Cutters, Sports
- November 7, 2018
An alumnus of Williamsport’s professional baseball teams took front and center as the 2018 World Series Most Valuable Player for the Boston Red Sox in this year’s Fall Classic. In the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Pearce hit a game-tying solo home run off of Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen in the top
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Southern Specialty Showcases Comfort Food0
When a cold snap hits and cabin fever sets in, spending time in the kitchen creating delicious comfort foods can be just what the doctor ordered. Southern comfort food immediately brings to mind dishes like chicken and dumplings or grits, but this recipe for “Fried Catfish Po’ Babies With Creole Rémoulade Sauce” from Denise Gee’s
READ MOREThe Roving Sportsman… It’s “Game On”0
- Outdoors
- November 7, 2018
It is what every archery deer hunter has been waiting for. Whether it is further defined as “the pre-rut,” “the rut” or “the post-rut,” we are now moving into the days when the activity level of deer has begun to rise. Reports from sportsmen from Lycoming and surrounding counties tell us that deer activity is
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin: November 11, 1918 – City Went Wild Over Surrender0
- Old News
- November 7, 2018
The Gazette and Bulletin at 2:55 a.m. flashed the good tidings “on the wings of the morning.” Within an hour the procession planned to follow the receipt of message, announced by blowing of whistles and ringing of bells, was moving over the streets in the central part of the city, thousands of men, women and
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Muncy Boat Access?0
- Outdoors
- November 7, 2018
For local fishermen and boating enthusiasts, the Muncy access — or lack thereof — has been somewhat of a hot topic. As many of us who frequently used the Muncy access know, the access to the Susquehanna River has been closed for quite some time now due to silt buildup from Muncy Creek. Actually, calling
READ MOREOvercoming the Senses0
- Outdoors
- November 1, 2018
When it comes to deer hunting a huge part of the ultimate reward of bagging your quarry is your ability to overcome a deer’s keen senses. While overcoming a deer’s senses is vital to success, I don’t want to downplay the importance of knowing and mastering your weapon of choice either but that’s another whole
READ MOREA Proud Past, A Rock Solid Present, A Promising Future0
- Editorials, Politics
- October 31, 2018
Midterm Madness is finally upon us. I will be glad when the dust clears, and I don’t have to watch any political commercials. Across our great Nation, there has probably never been a more important midterm report card provided by “We the People.” There’s also probably never been more at stake. To me, it’s a
READ MOREHappy Halloween…0
- Editorials
- October 31, 2018
The weather is getting colder, I’m seeing pumpkin spice everything, everywhere…I guess that means fall is here! The best part is, is that Halloween is today! Speaking of Halloween, I picked all the winners for our Halloween contest Congratulations to the following winners of our Counting Candy Corn Contest! – Noah Clayton – Cashlin Rogers
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Safety Tips That Will Make Your Child’s Halloween Experience Safer and Less of A Problem0
Halloween is one of the most joyous and fun holiday occasions for youngsters. It is a great opportunity for them to dress up and show creativity in the costumes they wear as they go trick-or-treating. It is also a time that requires some steps to ensure that that the Halloween experience is a safe and
READ MOREStrong Mayor, Council-Manager or Home Rule Charter – An Open Letter to the Citizens of Williamsport from Councilman Joel Henderson1
- Politics
- October 31, 2018
There are a few facts I would like to point out before sharing my opinion on the two referendum questions concerning the form of government for the City of Williamsport appearing on your November ballot. 1. I currently serve as a City Councilman in your government. 2. I am not running to be elected for
READ MORERetain Strong Mayor for City Of Williamsport By Mary B. Wolf Former Williamsport Mayor0
- Politics
- October 31, 2018
As an instructor of political science at Lycoming College for 15 years (teaching state and local government, bureaucracy and public administration along with other related American government courses), and as an 8 year member of Williamsport City Council and four years as Mayor of Williamsport, I am qualified to express my opinion on the benefit
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