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  • Summer Hair Repair0

    Believe it or not, it is, in fact, summer. Mother Nature hasn’t seemed to have gotten the memo, but it is summer. Heat, sun, humidity, salt water, and chlorine can all wreak havoc on your hair. So what can you do to protect your hair or undo some of the damage? Glad you asked. Here

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  • Cheers Alize0

    Alize Johnson continues to amaze. I’m pretty sure you already know his incredible story. You see, last spring Alize became the very first from our area to get drafted in the NBA. The second round pick of the Indiana Pacers had a solid rookie campaign. He spent most of his season recording ridiculous numbers with

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  • Walleye Basics0

    I don’t often write about walleye fishing because in recent years I haven’t pursued them as frequently as I have in the past. Sure, I manage to pick up a few walleyes every year but it’s often while I’m chasing some other species of fish like bass or pike. In years past I would often

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Many Fall Hunting Opportunities in Pennsylvania0

    Hunting and Trapping Licenses for the upcoming seasons in Pennsylvania are now available for purchase. It would be advisable to get yours as soon as possible since there are numerous changes and additions to learn about. This year each license purchaser will receive a free copy of the Pennsylvania Hunting and Trapping Digest for the

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  • Recalling Frank Lucchesi: One of Williamsport’s Most Memorable Baseball Managers0

    It was with sadness, mixed with nostalgia that baseball fans both locally and across the country learned of the death of Frank Lucchesi, former Williamsport Grays manager, and big league manager for the Phillies, Cubs, and Rangers, last week at the age 92. Frank — and it is hard to think of calling him anything

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  • Celebrating the Life of Local Naval Pioneer Captain C.A. “Pete’ Tzomes0

    Last week I learned the sad news that Captain C.A.”Pete” Tzomes, U.S. Navy Ret. had died at his home in Moline, Illinois, from his good friend Lucille Evans. I had gotten to know Pete after writing an article about him for “Webb Weekly” back in June of 2014. I had maintained a fairly close contact

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  • This Week’s LION: American Rescue Workers Fresh Start Program0

    There is an old, old saying that is better to give a hand up than a hand out. It is a simple saying, but it is a challenge to implement. A good example is the work of the American Rescue Workers (ARW) and their support to men and women who have just been released from

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  • Gazette and Bulletin: June 30, 1919 – Muncy Welcomed its Soldier Boys0

    Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr. Beneath a canopy of cloudless skies, fanned by gentle cooling breezes and environed with stately arches and a wilderness of waving flags and elaborate decorations, Muncy observed its Welcome Home Day on Saturday in a manner which must have sent a thrill of appreciation and pride through every soldier in

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  • Alize Johnson Unable to Appear July 60

    Due to a conflict with the start of the NBA Summer League, Alize Johnson will be unable to appear in-person at his bobblehead giveaway scheduled for July 6. In a statement, the Crosscutters said, “We are sorry to announce that Alize will be unable to appear due to a scheduling conflict. We realize that many

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  • County Hall Corner: Family Court Division Gets New Home0

    Every organization has that one job that everyone wants to avoid. Believe it or not, the county court system has one too — and it is called Family Court. Senior Judge Dudley Anderson admitted this openly at a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the Lycoming County Court House on Monday, June 17th. He noted that

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  • Kawhi is Why!0

    The NBA playoffs are over, and the Raptors were victorious — yea! Deservedly so Kawhi Leonard received the playoff MVP. It was an amazing performance throughout the playoffs by Kawhi and an incredible success story for the Toronto Raptors — go Canada! I am not a huge NBA fan anymore but like to root for

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  • SW Lions Club Football Game Kicks Off Friday0

    World War II French Military Leader Jean de Lattre de Tassiguy was once quoted saying, “An optimist is a man who plants two acorns and buys a hammock.” I often pass by South Williamsport Lions Club member Max Dell’s house and have not yet spotted either oak trees or a hammock in his yard. Nevertheless,

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  • Third Annual Car Show0

    The Keystone Cruisers are proud to announce our third annual car show taking place on June 29, 2019. The money raised from this car show and from our famous Burger King Car Cruises on Maynard Street goes to operate our club and support local charities. The cost is $10 per entry, registration is 9:00 a.m.-noon

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  • 73rd Little League Baseball World Series Luncheon Held0

    Appearances by Pittsburgh Pirate President Frank Coonelly and former Chicago Cubs pitcher Steve Trout, highlighted the 73rd Little League World Series Luncheon Held in the dining hall of the Little League Baseball International Complex in South Williamsport. First Round pairings for the LLWS were drawn by Rusty Sechler, a member of the Newberry Little League team

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  • A Summer Capsule Wardrobe0

    A capsule wardrobe is when you pare down your closet to 20-30 some-odd pieces and commit to wearing just those items over the course of a season. The purpose is to simplify your outfit choices for a three-month period and help you avoid decision fatigue in trying to figure out what to wear every day.

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  • Funeral Homily Fr. John Manno

    Funeral Homily Fr. John Manno0

    On behalf of Bishop Bambara, and all of us gathered here this morning, I wish to express to Fr John’s family our prayers, friendship and condolences. We also thank Fr. Brian VanFossen and all the parish staff and ministries for all their hard work in preparation for this liturgy. It makes no difference whether someone

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  • Serving God, Country and Family

    Serving God, Country and Family0

    Thank you to everyone that has reached out to share a special story about Father John Manno. It’s amazing how many lives he affected and touched in a most positive way. There is no doubt in my mind he will continue to do the Lord’s work through all of us. A special thank you to

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  • Summer Pot Lucks

    Summer Pot Lucks0

    Even though we now have Andrea (pg. 24) providing amazing recipes for us, that doesn’t mean that I am going to leave you high and dry on the recipe front. We are coming into picnic season and that means finding something to take along for pot lucks! I found these two great recipes that sound

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  • What’s Up With All the Bears?

    What’s Up With All the Bears?0

    In last week’s article, we were catching bass, and this week, we are catching bears. I was on my way home from Muncy trying to come up with a topic for this week’s story when my daughter called and said she just saw a bear go up a tree near the Muncy Hospital. I had

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  • Gazette and Bulletin: June 23, 1933 – Small Boy Strays Away, Mother Fears Kidnapper0

    A two-year old boy wearing a big smile and an “I don’t care” expression was picked up on West Fourth Street late yesterday afternoon by a “Gazette and Bulletin” reporter. The little fellow was unable to tell his name, address or anything else. All he did while questioned by the reporter was smile. Sensing he

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  • County Hall Corner: Good Job and Goodbye0

    It is sometimes a tedious task to cover the Lycoming County Commissioner’s Meetings, but Thursday, June 13th was not one of those times. In fact, to be honest, I personally was never more proud of my county than I was through that meeting. It began with a presentation of Job Well Done pins awarded to

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  • The Press Box

    The Press Box0

    The area’s finest minor leaguers aged 7-10 have gathered at our magnificent cornfield off of State Route 973. Massive crowds travel some fifty miles just to Cogan Station each year to witness many outstanding plays and spectacular performances. A few fans pitch a tent, and folks spend a great deal of time at our little

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  • Link Tournament Honors Foresman0

    Similar to the importance of the pitcher/catcher battery for the success of a baseball team, the relationship developed by a football quarterback and his center is paramount to the positive accomplishments of a football team. For former Warrior Run High School QB Charlie Fisher, currently, the wide receiver coach at Arizona State University, the bond

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  • The Manno Marriage Method0

    Father John Manno came to Annunciation Parish (as it was known then) right around the time I left home for college. So, I never had the same level of interactions with him that rest of my family experienced. I did enjoy his homilies when I came home for weekend visits, and I was impressed with

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  • A Mountain Almost Climbed

    A Mountain Almost Climbed0

    For even the most skilled climbers, scaling a mountain is a laborious task. The ascent is slow and calculated, one step at a time, not looking back at where you’ve been but giving full concentration to the summit that lay ahead. But even for a Mountaineer, that zenith is often allusive. The South Williamsport High

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  • 9th Annual Cutters 5K Race Set for June 290

    The Williamsport Crosscutters, in partnership with Hope Enterprises, will be holding the 9th Annual Cutters 5K on Saturday, June 29th at BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. The race, through Williamsport’s West End, begins at 9am with registration open at 8am. The course has runners starting outside the ballpark entrance with the final sprint around

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  • Tri-League Championship

    Tri-League Championship0

    Winners of the Tri-League Championship, U and U Modular Homes. The championship was held Tuesday June 11th. U and U Modular prevailed over Muncy Legion in an exciting and hard fought contest, 1-0. The league is made up of teams from East Lycoming, Montgomery, and Muncy Little Leagues. Front from left: Lucas Yarish, Brenden Fisher,

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  • The Roving Sportsman… The Season of Birth – The Season of Death0

    For all of us who enjoy the out of doors and watching nature at its best, springtime is a wonderful season to observe some of the greatest moments in the world of wildlife. It is the time of year when all manners of birds and mammals give birth and nurture their young — replenishing and

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  • Williamsport High School Swimmer Wins World Championship At Swim Competition In Spain0

    Lydia Smith is an outstanding three-sport athlete at Williamsport Area High School, having earned ten varsity letters in swimming, soccer, cross country, and track and field. Her prowess in these sports came into play when she recently won a world championship in swimming at the Pontevedra ITU Aquathlon World Championships, in Pontevedra, Spain on May

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  • Fathers, Fast Balls and Track Stars0

    The greatest gift a child can give his Father is a heartfelt hug and an I love you. This followed by thanks Dad, for everything you do. This also holds true for everyone that provides fatherly love and guidance in a young person’s life. A Father’s Love and guidance has never been more important. A

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