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  • Too Quick0

    Steph Noviello

    I can’t believe that it is mid-July! Where has the summer gone? Before you know it, it will be time for back to school sales and the Little League World Series. This is actually one of my favorite times of year. There is something about the long nights and hot days that makes me happy.

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  • Datres Keeps Family and Friends First on His Way to Major Leagues0

    Brett Crossley

    Once a young player is old enough to realize what it means to play at the professional level, a small dream starts to grow as they progress through their respective sports. For some competitors, the dream continues to grow until it becomes a reality. It might not always be reaching the professional level. It could

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  • Johnson tosses another gem to help Keystone defeat Williamsport 4-2 in the D12 Major Baseball Championship0

    Brett Crossley

    By BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly WILLIAMSPORT—As much as things changed throughout the two-week District 12 Major Baseball Tournament it ultimately stayed the same as the opening round matchup between Keystone and Williamsport ended up being a preview of what would eventually become the Championship.  The  game played out in nearly the same

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  • Abdul-Hakim goes 5 2/3 to help Williamsport pickup an 11-3 win over Montoursville0

    Brett Crossley

    By BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly WILLIAMSPORT—Cole Shuler extended his arm and made a running catch to make the first out of the fifth inning against Montoursville.  The inning opened in Montoursville’s favor as the first two runners reached base and got into scoring position. Shuler’s grab appeared to save a run, but

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  • Independence Day by the Numbers

    Independence Day by the Numbers0

    Jim Webb

    Happy Fourth of July fellow Americans! No one celebrates their freedom and the founding of our great Nation as we do. I hope everyone takes the time to reflect on our freedom and explain what Independence Day is all about to our children. That being said, I thought it’d be fun to take a look

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  • HAM Radio Field Day2

    Curtis Musheno

    It was a “Field Day” at the Lycoming County Farm, as HAM radio operators met in fields across the nation on Saturday and Sunday, June 24th and 25th for their annual 2018 National “Field Day” Event organized by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL). “Field Day” is the time when practically every amateur radio enthusiast

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  • The Field of Dreams

    The Field of Dreams0

    Jamie Spencer

    Coach Steve Kreamer was a great dude who sure loved his baseball. The long time stalwart of Hepburn Lycoming Little League was at every single game and then some. He started our two-week minor league showcase back in the early 90s. And when he unexpectedly passed a few years back, it was a no brainer

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  • Allis Moves to Williamsport and Finds His Place in a Big Way

    Allis Moves to Williamsport and Finds His Place in a Big Way0

    Brett Crossley

    It was already a special moment for Klyher Allis, who stepped onto the rubber strip in the center of the pitcher’s mound at Lions Field in South Williamsport. It was his first start as an All-star for Williamsport Area Little League. It was going to be special, but for Allis and the rest of the

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  • Day proves he’s clutch with walk off hit to give Williamsport a 4-3 win over Newberry0

    Brett Crossley

    By BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly  WOOLRICH—Williamsport was down to its final three outs, trailing by one run, when Tarik Abdul-Hakim noticed one of his teammates feeling down on the bench.  Ethan Eckard was in the middle of a tough stretch and let his emotions show as the bottom of the sixth inning

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  • Allis shines in his first postseason start to help Williamsport pickup a 3-2 win over East Lycoming0

    Brett Crossley

    By BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly  WILLIAMSPORT—One year ago Klyher Allis and his parents moved to Williamsport and joined the Little League in hopes of strong competition and challenges.  On Thursday, Allis was the starting pitcher in what was just the third All-star game of his career. It was also he first game

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  • Fresh From the Farm0

    Steph Noviello

    In a world where you can have anything delivered direct to your door, it’s easy to forget that local businesses depend on their local communities to stay afloat. I honestly believe that supporting those in your community is more critical now than ever. And one of the easiest ways to do that is by visiting

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  • LIVING Our Dreams

    LIVING Our Dreams0

    Jamie Spencer

    We all had dreams growing up as kids. I wanted to be a professional basketball player at an early age. I often thought about balling at a major D1. Then, ultimately, finding a home in the NBA. I can’t tell you the number of times I was alone in the driveway with those intentions in

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  • The Journey Begins As Little League Tournaments Kick Into Full Swing0

    Brett Crossley

    A 12-year-old baseball player stepped into the batter’s box during a regular season game. His team was trailing by one run, and their perfect record was on the line. It’s a moment that happens every summer as youth baseball takes center stage for youngsters and parents hoping to build memories and friendships on the field.

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  • For the Glove of the Game

    For the Glove of the Game0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Little League Baseball founder, Carl Stotz began his love of baseball as a kid playing with baseballs covered in friction tape, using makeshift and hand-me-down equipment. This love and improvising on the fly gave rise to world’s greatest and most popular youth sports organization. In far-off Nigeria, this improvisational tradition continues. A handmade right-hander’s baseball

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  • From Russia With Glove

    From Russia With Glove0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    When people think of standout Russian athletes, they often think about hockey and soccer players, gifted figure skaters, or burly weightlifters. They don’t usually think of Russian baseball players. 20-year old Anton Kuznetsov is seeking to change that. He is bidding to be only the sixth Russian baseballer to make it to the major leagues.

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  • A Holey Bucket0

    Scott Lowery

    Admittedly, as a big fan of old country music, I have a new-found affinity for a 1949 Hank Williams ditty “My Bucket’s Got a Hole In It.” The title of the whimsical tune instantly popped in my head during a recent midwestern trip devised to check off one of my ‘bucket list’ destinations, the College

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  • District 12 Little League Score from 6/220

    Brett Crossley

    DISTRICT 12 TOURNAMENT  6/22/18 Keystone 5, Williamsport 1 Montgomery 14, South Williamsport 2 Jersey Shore/GSV 11, Muncy 1 East Lycoming 7, Hepburn 6  Upcoming games 6/24/18 Loyalsock vs. Keystone at Jersey Shore, Sunday, 2 p.m. Jersey Shore/GSV vs. Newberry at Newberry, Sunday, 2 p.m. Montgomery vs. Woolrich at Woolrich, Sunday, 2 p.m. East Lycoming vs.

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  • District 12 Schedule0

    Brett Crossley

    District 12 Baseball Tournament 2018 (Source: facebook.com/district12littleleague) Ages 10-12 Baseball Bracket starts this Friday, June 22 (6/22) Friday, June 22 Game 1 (6:00 PM @ Beech Creek) Williamsport vs Keystone Game 2 (6:00 PM @ Jersey Shore) Jersey Shore/GSV vs Muncy Game 3 (6:00 PM @ South) South vs Montgomery Game 4 (6:00 PM @

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  • 72nd Little League World Series Luncheon Held0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    An appearance by two former major league standouts highlighted the 72nd Little League World Series Luncheon held last week at the dining hall at International Grove at the Little League International complex in South Williamsport. Former New York Mets All-Star, Mookie Wilson and Giants, Cubs and Phillies All-Star Gary “Sarge” Matthews were there in conjunction with

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  • Camp Cadet Marches On

    Camp Cadet Marches On0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
    • June 20, 2018

    Law enforcement in this country has been taking it on the chin lately as the result of some high visibility, controversial incidents that have been taking place in various parts of the country. In Lycoming County, law enforcement owns a good reputation and the respect of the citizens, this may be the result in part,

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  • 35th Williamsport/Lycoming Flag Day March Thursday, June 140

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    It will be a great day for “Old Glory” when the annual Flag Day March is held. It is a little extra special this year — since this will be the 35th time this venerable event will step off. In these sometimes contentious and tumultuous times, this event is a reminder of what is good

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  • Backyard Bassin’

    Backyard Bassin’0

    Jamie Spencer

    Wow. You look great. Have you lost weight? No. Not really. Jeez, you’re tan. You must be playing lots of golf. Not at all. Actually, I came up with a new workout routine. It doesn’t require much skill, and it’s somewhat refreshing. You only need a little time and a pole. I like to call

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  • Glenn Crossley Award has Deeper Meaning for Family and Community in Montgomery

    Glenn Crossley Award has Deeper Meaning for Family and Community in Montgomery0

    Brett Crossley

    Before lines of teachers and presenters coming up to the stage to present awards for the future graduates of Montgomery, two men got ready to give away one that had a deeper meaning. For Mark and Glenn Crossley, the Glenn Crossley Memorial Award symbolizes years of dedication to the youth of Montgomery. The elder Glenn

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  • School’s Out for Summer

    School’s Out for Summer0

    Jim Webb

    The words every student up and down the Susquehanna Valley couldn’t wait to hear. I’ve been out of school longer than I care to admit, but that phrase still brings a smile to my face. I must also give Alice Cooper credit for the kickoff-to-summertime anthem of the same words. Although I don’t know if

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  • Annual Way’s Garden Art Show Sunday, June 100

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    One of Williamsport’s greatest civic assets, Way’s Garden, will again be the site of the 62nd Annual Way’s Garden Art Show conducted by the Bald Eagle Art League. Additionally, the Way’s Garden Restoration Committee will use this occasion to help raise funds for its restoration efforts. The event takes place this Sunday, June 10 between

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  • Playoff Predicament0

    Scott Lowery

    If we are to believe the old adage ‘April showers bring May flowers’, please make sure you do not ask any local high school athletic director what May showers may bring. The deluge of participation Mother Nature brought to our little neck of the woods this past month certainly left those in charge of scheduling

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  • Summer Time Goings On…

    Summer Time Goings On…0

    Jim Webb

    Rain, rain, go away! I think we’re all tired of the liquid sunshine. Hopefully, we will have a beautiful Memorial Day weekend to kick off the summer. One thing’s for sure; the lawn mowers will be working overtime. Please take the time on Memorial Day to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the

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  • Cutters Featured in 2018 Topps Card Release0

    Williamsport Crosscutters

    The Williamsport Crosscutters will again be featured on two special Fragments of the Farm cards as part of the 2018 Topps Pro Debut baseball card set. The cards feature Cutters pitcher Kyle Young with a fragment of a sign from the 2017 MLB Little League Classic and a Jhailyn Ortiz offering that includes a swatch from the shoes of

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  • Waterlogged Baseballs0

    Jamie Spencer

    Let me apologize for missing last week’s deadline. I am what they call an unreliable part-time scribe that was temporarily without an electronic device. I slipped on a rock, and my phone ended up in the middle of Lycoming Creek. We were both submerged in three feet of water for five minutes straight. I was

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  • Bass, Birds and Benefits0

    Jim Webb

    It’s great to see the mountains that line the West Branch Valley aglow in that special spring-green foliage. At times, it didn’t seem like spring was ever going to get here — let alone summer. We truly live in one of the most beautiful places on God’s green earth, and it’s great to see everybody

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  • Bill Fritz Looks Back At 50 Years of Umpiring

    Bill Fritz Looks Back At 50 Years of Umpiring1

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The year was 1968. It was one of the most chaotic and turbulent years in American history but wasn’t the case on the baseball diamond at Original League due to men like Bill Fritz, who served as an umpire to make it possible for young boys to play out their baseball dreams. He has been

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  • 10th Annual Ray of Lights Awards Slated For Saturday, May 19 At Community Arts Center0

    Webb Weekly

    There is an abundance of fine musical and acting talent performing in the high schools throughout the Susquehanna Valley. This talent gets showcased in a fantastic awards presentation, much in the spirit of the Oscars and the Tonys, when the 10th Annual Ray of Light Awards are presented on Saturday, May 19, beginning at noon

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  • County Hall Corner: Planting a Tree0

    Larry Stout

    Arbor Day, April 27th, came and went, and probably only one out of a hundred people knew of it, and probably only one out of that number celebrated the event. The idea of planting trees might not seem glamorous, but Williamsport built its reputation as the “Lumber Capital of the World,” and had not those

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