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Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, the aim to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 2,100 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. Locally, this is being coordinated by the Blue Star Mothers of
Now that the regular firearms deer season has ended, the stories of success and of failure are a frequent part of deer hunting enthusiasts’ conversations. It usually doesn’t take long for the “devices” to come out, and photos of successful hunts are passed around for everyone to see. Many of those photos include first-time hunters.
With a scant one week of shopping days left until the arrival of Christmas morning, we need to take a serious look at a couple of great ideas for that hard-to-buy-for sportsman on your gift-giving list. The ideas will include items that I have used and found to be highly useful and handy for any
Music continues at the Uptown Music Collective! The Collective’s winter enrollment week begins on December 14th and runs until December 19th, 2020. Enrollment is open for both in-person and virtual private lessons on Guitar, Vocals, Bass, Keyboards, and Drums. The Winter Semester will begin on January 11th, 2021, and will run for 15 weeks. The
These girls took a major blow when the spring season was cancelled. They were registered for the EPYSA (Eastern Pa Youth Soccer Association) outdoor state cup and regular league play in EDP (Elite Development Program) based in Philly and NJ. When everything shut down they moved into virtual and independent skills and workouts. They developed
When it comes to your everyday skincare routine, you probably have your go-to products down pat. However, as we roll into the colder, dryer, and darker days of winter, it may be a good time to check in on the easily overlooked skin of the under eye. For those of us lacking in a regime
This year continues to be a bad year for baseball players I admired in my youth. The latest sadness comes with the news last week of the death of feared baseball slugger Dick Allen, who had an outstanding 11-year major league career and who once played here in Williamsport for the Grays in 1962. His
My phone dinged at 4:05 p.m. It was a short and sweet text message from my lovely bride. She simply asked if I had heard the news. I had no idea what she was talking about so I pleaded the fifth. Seconds later I received a call from one of my favorite players. He wanted
While enjoying moments of offensive glory, including scoring the winning points in a playoff game at Canton, South Williamsport’s Brandon Gantz’s three-sport athletic career was highlighted by his defensive performances as a linebacker and infielder for Mountaineer teams. These days, Gantz’s defensive attributes are employed at a much higher level as a member of the
I recently had a conversation with several people about the uptick of COVID cases in Lycoming County; one person stated that they had heard the Lycoming County Courthouse was closing down completely. Another added with absolute certainty that the UPMC Hospital was at capacity in their Intensive Care Units. It is exactly for reasons such
Rep. Jeff Wheeland (R-Lycoming) has reintroduced House Bill 1579, legislation to apply voter ID requirements to each and every election, including photo and non-photo options as acceptable forms of ID. “Due to allegations of fraud that may have taken place during the 2020 election, which has millions of Pennsylvanians questioning the security of their vote,
When you see your doctor for an annual checkup, they’ll want to know details not only about you but your family as well — including if your family has a history of cancer. This information can help your doctor paint a clearer picture of health risks due to your family’s health history. The problem is
Tip of my Webb Weekly orange hunting hat with the American Flag on the side to Head Coach Tom Gravish and his Jersey Shore Bulldogs. Believe me; there will be more trips in the future to Hershey Park Stadium for the Black and Orange. A tough loss in the State Championship game to perennial-power Thomas
Well, well, well — if it isn’t Christmas sneaking up on me once again. Every year I swear I am going to start early and get everything done and just enjoy the season. Consider this year yet another fail. I’ve bought like one Christmas present, haven’t gotten a tree yet, and haven’t dug out the
Oh yes, it’s that time of year again; a fresh coating of white covers the ground, and the sound of Christmas carols can be heard in many different locations as we move about. It’s also that time of year when we frequently hear that familiar greeting, “So, did you get your deer yet?” What usually
It has been a tough year for all of us because of COVID, and one agency that has been at the forefront of helping those in need because of COVID has been the local Salvation Army. Their financial coffers have taken a hard hit as a result of their COVID-related relief efforts. But at the
While hunting often is challenging, bagging the perfect gift for the hunters in your life is as easy as placing a phone call or visiting the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s website. Among gifts available from the Game Commission this holiday season is Penn’s Woods Passages, a newly released book by renowned wildlife artist and author Bob Sopchick.
AIS Coordinates Production of One Million Masks The Lycoming County United Way (LCUW) was the recipient of 500 masks and received a second shipment of 1,500 masks today, compliments of the United Way of North Central Mass (UWNCM). Earlier in 2020, UWNCM was approached by one of their corporate community partners to help with a
In January of this year, my hopes for Lycoming County in 2020 was that it could be the Year of the Volunteer. I wanted to highlight volunteer fire companies and non-profit organizations’ efforts and how they needed new blood to stay alive. I hoped that with the experience of County Commissioners Tony Mussare and Rick
Offering the following recipes makes the basic assumption that you, or a good friend, were fortunate enough to have taken a wild turkey during our recent fall turkey season. These recipes also work well if you were digging around in your freezer and discovered that you had a yet unused spring gobbler waiting to provide
As a 40-year-old woman, I’d be lying if I said that dressing to look a bit more youthful isn’t something I think about on occasion. Particularly in winter when bulky layers and dark colors tend to be aging. Luckily, I’ve had 40 years to develop some anti-aging skills in the clothing department. With winter upon
Following a summer of COVID-caused cancellation and the uncertainty of professional baseball’s future in Williamsport, the November 30th announcement of the formation of the new MLB Draft League was welcomed news for area baseball fans. Although it was not included on the weather bureau’s forecast of that day, some of the windy conditions may have
A small cut or bruise may not seem like a big deal, but for millions of Americans with diabetes, they can be. For individuals with diabetes, all wounds are a serious health concern and require careful attention. Understanding the Complications Diabetes is a result of your body’s inability to produce or use insulin. Insulin is
Continuity is the byword for officials of the Williamsport Crosscutters as they embark on a new chapter of the Minor League Baseball experience for this city. The news last week was that the Crosscutters would be a charter member of the brand-new MLB Draft League whose 68-game schedule (34 home and 34 away), will run
Before I get started, I want to be clear — I am not talking about Dr. Anthony Fauci or Dr. Rachel Levine. I am talking about Doctor J — Julius Erving. I think we all need a little break from the COVID craziness and political divide. For all you younger folks out there, or those
Are you ready for Christmas? With everything happening this year, I’m ready to set my sights on the ‘most wonderful time of the year.’ Nothing says Christmas around the Webb Weekly office like when The Blaise Alexander Christmas Coloring Contest is in full swing! We have entries coming in left and right, and our elves
Whenever I am feeling blue, I head to Wegmans to see my crew. Haiku? Sorry. My older and wiser friends are always there. They are good for my morale. Most are fans of this column, and this week I wanted to give them some love. Special thanks to John C., Big Mike, Tracy, Mrs. Ginny,
In keeping with the virtual learning experiences so prevalent these days, let us explore one of the often-asked questions of virtuality. If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? It is a philosophical thought experiment that raises question regarding observation and perception. In
Flannel season is upon us! I have to admit, when I think of flannels, I immediately think of the ones I wore as a teenager in the 90s when grunge became a popular style. Since then, I’ve usually saved flannel shirts for outdoorsy activities like hiking. However, this fall, I’m rethinking this quintessential cold-weather fabric
