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“Up the chimney he rose!” Despite poor reviews and lukewarm receipts, don’t be surprised if Red One quietly climbs “to the top of the wall” as a new Christmas classic. Several weeks past, having noted its dismal rating at Rotten Tomatoes — and its slender box-office take — I decided against seeing this new action-comedy.
Happy New Year, kids. Special thanks to those who are fans of this page. I am truly humbled by all of your feedback and praise. I want to give some love to a few — props to the boss man Jim and my lovely editor Steph for allowing me to partake. I am a part-time
I was in Moscow in August 1991 with my wife and three children, and after a two-hour wait, we finally were able to get into McDonalds, which had just opened four months before, the first one in Russia. While we were enjoying our Big Macs, my oldest son, David, looked out the window and remarked
ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 You are likely to question information you receive this week, Aries. Investigate things further, but remain receptive to what others are saying. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, it is time to solidify plans and any grand schemes you may have; otherwise, you may not know which path to take.
Famed film director and producer Andy Warhol once was quoted as saying, “The idea of waiting for something makes it more exciting.” Although Warhol’s words are still with us, they cannot be applied to last week’s much-hyped first round of the NCAA college football playoffs, which, after months of ballyhooed buildup, lacked both the excitement
If you are willing to devote the time, you can gain a great deal of knowledge by learning to read what animal tracks can reveal. Whether your goal is to become a better hunter, to develop a better understanding of Mother Nature’s wonders, or to discover just what animals frequent the woods where you hike
Why the question mark after the words “ice fishing” in the story title? Well, because it’s been a very questionable activity the past few years. Over the past few years, we ice fishing enthusiasts have had very little time on the hard water since the ice was hard to come by in the first place
With the holiday season coming to an end and colder months ahead, cozy dressing is all I can think about. As much as I love dressing up, this time of year, there’s no denying the irresistible pull of matching knitwear and lounge sets. Consider these a more modern take on the classic shell and cardigan
If you’ve ever felt an intense sting in your nose or a sharp bite in your toes while out in the cold, it could be more than just normal discomfort. These sensations might be signaling a condition called Raynaud’s phenomenon, also known as Raynaud’s syndrome or disease. This condition affects the small blood vessels in
I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Please take the time to come together as family, friends, and loved ones to enjoy this most amazing season. Please find the good in everything and everyone. Check all political conversations at the door until after the New Year. Make sure you give
Why no, Susan, I do not have everything done for Christmas. I think my shopping is done, but probably not. I still have dinner stuff to buy, and if I’m lucky, I’ll find some time to wrap on Christmas Eve — gift bags are sounding better and better! But it’s OK. It’s totally fine. I’ll
The following are the Winners of the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Christmas Fun Coloring Contest! Congratulations to all of our winners and many thanks to all of our entrants! We had OVER 500 entries this year! You kiddos wore our elves out with judging!! We’d also like to thank all of the people who offered
As the song goes, “You better watch out, you better not cry, better not pout, I’m telling you why — Santa Claus is coming to town.” And as we all know, Santa has a particularly unique vehicle for his midnight deliveries: a sled with flying reindeer: Dancer and Prancer (they are sisters), Comet and Cupid
Pennsylvania’s fall turkey season is over, the bear season has ended, and the regular firearm season for deer ended on December 14. For many of the Keystone State’s hunters, the end of the rifle deer season signals that it is time to clean their rifles and shotguns and that the hunting season has ended. But
With the exception of the upcoming Flintlock deer season, our deer hunting is over in most states. When we run into our hunting buddies, the photos come out, and the success stories follow. Most of the racks are what many of us would consider “average,” but now and again, a really nice rack comes up.
The year was 1964. It was a momentous and interesting year in almost every field of endeavor, from popular culture to politics and many things in between. That year’s most spectacular event in popular culture was the advent of “Beatlemania.” Four lads from Liverpool dominated that year’s music charts. In the week of April 4,
ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 It’s easy for your mind to wander and get caught daydreaming, Aries. You could be feeling a little restless and in need of a change. A vacation or a night with friends may just do it. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, even if you are trying to save money,
As many of you will receive this publication the day before Christmas, it is appropriate to reflect upon the famous Clement C. Moore poem, A Visit from St. Nicholas. Telling about the visit from the jolly one, Moore’s poem concludes with the one-line message, “Happy Christmas to all and to all a good night!” Christmas
As we recover from Thanksgiving but with many more celebrations ahead, you may find it challenging to not overindulge this holiday season. Perhaps you also hosted—or were a guest—encountering food allergies or sensitivities that might need more attention in your next gathering. With a little preparation and communication, everyone can enjoy the holidays without compromising
It’s possible you just might have noticed a slight focus on Christmas in the last several issues of Webb Weekly. That’s certainly the case with my own recent articles; but since some readers won’t get their Christmas-week copy till 12/26, I was stumped on a theme for the year’s final batch of “Weird Words.” And
My good friend Nick Tagliaferri and I WERE somewhat celebrities. We took advantage of our impressive coaching resumes. SPENCE TAG RADIO was well before its time. A weekly part-time gig had many listeners. No advertisers. I truly believe that we were the first local PODCAST. But our success only lasted for one season. We broke
It’s hard to believe Santa’s midnight ride is less than a week away. The hustle and bustle of the Christmas season is in full swing at our Webb Weekly office. I love getting a preview of all the children’s artwork as it comes in for our Annual Blaise Alexander Christmas Fun Coloring Contest. The effort
Well, y’all. This is it. We are down to the Christmas wire! Before you ask, no, I’m still not ready. I will be. Promise. I’m just not there yet. In the meantime, let’s talk about the final days of the holiday season. There is still plenty of fun to be had and things to do
Charles Schulz’s beloved Peanuts has inspired no less than 50 different television specials; but of course, the best and most beloved is the one that started it all: A Charlie Brown Christmas. Last week in Webb, I named that as my single favorite holiday movie; so now let’s expand a bit with background and trivia
Following up on last year’s list, your Webb movie-critic herewith offers another batch of under-the-radar holiday movies for seasonal screening: Comfort and Joy (1984) – How’s this for an unlikely premise: A popular Glasgow disc jockey, devastated by a recent break-up, somehow becomes the go-between in a turf war between two firms of competing ice-cream
ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 Aries, a special person in your life deserves all of your attention. Romance might be on your mind, and you’ll look forward to all of the time you can spend together. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 You may feel artistically inspired this week, Taurus. Explore projects like home improvements or
On December 7th, the Lycoming Clinton County Homeschool Association (LCCHA) held its 1st annual Homeschool Science Fair at the Pine Street Methodist Church in Williamsport. The event occurred between 2 and 4 p.m. with 29 participants in three age groups (5–8-year-olds, 9–12-year-olds & 13+). Students were given parameters to work under, which included a question
One of the joys of part-time scribing is getting to know so many great local kids involved with sports. We meet up in high school, and then we stay in touch. Sometimes, I will do a college or even a professional follow-up. Yes. It is grand. There is an impressive list. Both boys and girls
In a move that many baseball observers thought was badly overdue, feared slugger Dick Allen, along with former Pirate great Dave Parker, were elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame last week. He narrowly missed in two previous tries, including one time by just one vote. Allen joins other Bowman Field alumni, Jim Bunning,
The holiday season is full of faith and celebration. Even though people may believe this important time begins at the start of December, for millions of the Christians, the Twelve Days of Christmas begin with the birth of Baby Jesus on December 25 and continue through the Epiphany on January 6. The Epiphany, also known
