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“What’s black & white and red all over?” asks the familiar elementary school riddle. The ‘newspaper’ answer to the question provided the driving impetus for the recent announcement that longtime Williamsport Sun-Gazette sports reporter Chris Masse is among 11 new members of the West Branch Valley Sports Hall of Fame, who will be formally inducted
ARIES – Mar 1 – Apr 20 Aries, you might have been thinking about making changes for a very long time. One of the biggest changes could be moving home base. Look at real estate. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, even if you’re not sure what to do this week, you may have to
I have mentioned before that my father and I are building an addition. Yes, we are two years in and almost finished. I did my best to chronicle the entire experience. There was never a dull moment with our foolish mistakes and our lack of progress. People continue to marvel at our work, especially those
No, this isn’t a guide for how to craft the perfect lunch, but instead, a method for building outfits in much the same way you think about building a sandwich. The sandwich technique is simply matching an element of your top half (a top or jacket) to an element of your bottom half (pants, a
It’s no secret — people love their pets. Last year alone, people spent $147 billion on their pets, according to the American Pet Products Association, which included throwing what has turned into one of the hottest invites on social media these days: pet parties. There have been more than 1 million posts using #DogBirthday to
The 13th annual Liberty Classic band festival, featuring 116 musicians from a dozen states, is set for the weekend of Oct. 18-20 in Williamsport. As always, the event concludes with a free concert at the Community Arts Center at 1:30 p.m. that Sunday. Initiated in 2010 under the baton of Col. Arnald Gabriel, the festival
Seizures, or sudden, individual uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain, may show a wide range of symptoms including mild confusion to full bodily convulsions. People may associate seizures with epilepsy, a neurologic disorder characterized by repeated seizure activity. However, people can experience seizures for other reasons. While they may be alarming, it’s important to know
The tenth annual Fall Into the Arts Lake Fest will be held Saturday, October 12, 10-4, and Sunday, October 13, 11-4, at 939 Trimble Road, Trout Run. It will be held rain or shine. Follow the signs around Rose Valley Lake. The event will showcase a rich tapestry of regionally and nationally recognized artists, each
If you’ve followed “Weird Words” over these past months, you might recall such oddball vocab as diapir and poddy-dodger. Despite appearances, neither has anything to do with bodily functions; the first is a geographical rock formation, the latter an Australian cattle-thief. Both defined in older columns, they are instances of what we’re calling “words in
Throughout most of Pennsylvania, most hunters tend to focus their time and attention on big game hunting — pursuing whitetail deer, black bear, and wild turkeys. Fewer hunters these days seem to spend time in the woods in pursuit of small game, and they are missing some great opportunities to enjoy our abundant hunting options.
As I noted in this column two weeks ago, polls are about as reliable as palm readers. One thing that appears to be true, however, is that the Keystone State will be the key to whether Kamala Harris or Donald Trump becomes president of the United States. The popular vote is interesting, but it has
Buying a vehicle is a significant financial investment. It is not a decision to take lightly, especially given the historically high prices of new cars in recent years. Finding a vehicle that is the perfect fit requires consideration of a host of variables, including personal preference. What is perfect for one individual may not work
That’s right; it’s not just hunting season, but it’s also one of the best times of the year to chalk up some good fishing as well. The fall days offer some great fishing opportunities for a variety of different fish species, and trout should be included in that list. I know most of us think
Changing temperatures and prepping for road trips are good reminders to check tire pressure, but the reality is, vehicle owners should make it a habit to practice tire safety monthly. Even if tires may appear normal, they’re one of the most important elements of a car, making it critical to perform routine maintenance. Here’s how
I’m going to open this week with a public service message for anyone not registered to vote. The last day to register to vote in the upcoming November 5th election is October 21st. If you have any questions about registering to vote, simply Google “register to vote in Pennsylvania” or call 1-877-VOTESPA, which is 1-877-868-3772.
The theme for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in 2024 is “No One Should Face Breast Cancer Alone”. This theme emphasizes the importance of community and support for people affected by breast cancer. So, if you know someone who has had, or is currently be treated, please reach out to them. Being in remission doesn’t undo
Several weeks ago, the Polaris Dawn space mission, part of the civilian SpaceX program, achieved several historic firsts: the first space walk by civilians, two women, Sarah Gillis and Anne Menon, became the first women to fly further from Earth than any other women and Gillis at age 30 became the youngest person to participate
Yes. I got bumped last week. My lovely editor wrote a beautiful piece. WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS FALL? She went above and beyond. Lots and lots of words, kids. Check it out. Now Steph needed some extra space. She borrowed Jimmy’s. Who then took mine. No worries. They both asked permission and gave me props. Case
A few years ago, as Major League Baseball’s September was winding down, a friend who is a die-hard Yankees fan proclaimed, “That’s it, the season is over,” as his beloved pin-strippers were eliminated from playoff contention. The statement didn’t reflect reality, but as the calendar flipped to October, many local fans have seen their favorite
If you identify as a denim lover, like I do, then fall is the perfect time of year to acquire and experiment with new jeans. Various denim silhouettes are constantly cycling in and out of style. The changing season is an ideal time for a denim refresh or, in the case of flared jeans —
The fall turkey season is fast approaching; most WMUs open on Oct. 29, but the closing dates vary in the various units, so check your particular WMU for the closing date. Hunters may take a bearded or unbearded bird during the fall season. I know a lot of hunters will focus on bagging a bearded
This coming Saturday, October 5, is the opening day of the Pennsylvania archery season. For bear hunters, your first opportunity this year will be the statewide archery season that runs from October 19 to November 9. The best way to ensure that the venison or bear meat that you will serve your family and friends
Don’t be fooled by cool weather — while it seems like the time of the year to slow down and get cozy, it’s important to keep your activity level up like it’s summer all year long. Physical activity is crucial for heart health. It lowers blood pressure, reduces the risk of heart disease, naturally improves
For all of the hunters out there, October is a special month since many game animals come into the season during October. In addition to squirrel hunting, which is already underway come October, you can now hunt deer with muzzleloaders and archery equipment, and you can hunt bearded and unbearded turkeys by late October. Bear
I have been blessed to have traveled throughout the state and around the globe, both during my working years and now in retirement. I am always amazed that when I am away from home, my mind constantly wanders back to Northcentral Pennsylvania — the area of my roots. I feel very fortunate to have grown
Nature knows more about ecology than government experts. Wolves are a classic example. There is evidence that wolves were part of the ecosystem in North America for well over 1,000 years. Yet, to us, wolves act like the mafia of the animal world. They were considered such a threat to the environment that they were
Before I begin, I want to thank Jamie Spencer for allowing me to take his space this week so that I could give my space to Editor Steph. Jamie will be back next week! Shohei Ohtani is blessed with unbelievable physical skills, stature, and a baseball mind. The 6’ 4” 210 lb. gentleman is as
Before we get started this week, shout out to Jimmy for giving up his space this week! I am running a little (OK, a lot) long this week and appreciate the extra leg room for this story. By now, we all know that I am pretty infamous for the Uncompleted Fall Bucket List. I have
It was a sun-splashed, gorgeous Norman Rockwell-type September Saturday afternoon, uniquely perfect for college football. Accordingly, we decided to take the two-hour drive to Alfred, New York, to watch grandson Tucker’s Juniata College Eagles in action. While the results were not what we had hoped for, as the host Saxons won handily, it was a
Three weeks ago, the Williamsport Crosscutters won their first-ever MLB Draft League Championship by defeating the Trenton Thunder 5-4 at Bowman Field in an exciting and memorable game. This brings to mind previous championships won by Williamsport’s professional baseball teams. These championship roots go back almost 120 years, when the team then known as the
