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From Depression Glass to Waterford Crystal 0
Gerry Ayers
- Lifestyles, Memories
- May 30, 2018
My first trip to the Corning, NY glass plant was a well-planned one; my parents drove us there, but instead of stopping at a restaurant for lunch, my mother packed a picnic basket full of sandwiches and condiments. Father stopped at a well-trimmed grove along the way to upstate New York, which had a single
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Five Fun Ways to Get Fit 0
Webb Weekly
- Advice, Exercise, Health
- May 30, 2018
Exercise benefits both the mind and body. Study after study indicates how physical activity can reduce the propensity for illness, boost mood, lower stress levels, and much more. Still, certain people find it difficult to muster the motivation to get up and move. In 2013, researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analyzed
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The Roving Sportsman… They’re So Cute!0
Jon Pries
- Outdoors
- May 30, 2018
Well, it’s that time of year when we need a gentle reminder. And the reminder is that Mother Nature has things well in hand and doesn’t need interference by well-intended humans. I refer to the fact that in the next several weeks young of all kinds will come into this world — from baby birds
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Picnic Season 0
Steph Nordstrom
- Editorials
- May 30, 2018
As of this writing, I am preparing for the Memorial Day weekend, and all I can say is, holy stuff to do Batman! We have a lot going on this weekend and I need to bring something to eat to a couple of them. So while by the time you read this, Memorial Day will
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Summer Time Goings On…0
Jim Webb
- Commentary, Editorials, Opinion
- May 23, 2018
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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Memorial Day 0
Steph Nordstrom
- Editorials, Honors, Memorial Day
- May 23, 2018
Memorial Day is often considered the unofficial kick off to summer. But please remember the true purpose of this holiday weekend. Memorial Day is meant to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our Country. Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an
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How to Maximize Your Vacation Time 0
Webb Weekly
- Advice, Vacation
- May 23, 2018
Vacation is a time to kick back and enjoy life away from the stress and routine of home and work. Far too often, people do not take enough time to rest and recharge. A report published by the Center for Economic and Policy Research found that the United States government doesn’t mandate any paid vacation
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Local AYSO Starts Program for Players With Disabilities 0
Press Release
- Soccer, Sports
- May 23, 2018
The Montoursville Region 690, of the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO), has added an adapted soccer program for players with disabilities called VIP – (Very Important Player) Program. Starting this fall, players four years and older who have a disability that would make it difficult for them to play successfully on a mainstream team will
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Cutters Featured in 2018 Topps Card Release 0
Williamsport Crosscutters
- Baseball, Sports
- May 23, 2018
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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Veterans Memorial Park Memorial Day Ceremony Set 0
Press Release
- Events, Veterans
- May 23, 2018
The Annual Memorial Day ceremony will be held at Lycoming County Veterans Memorial Park, West Fourth Street and Wahoo Drive, on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. The event is co-sponsored by the Lycoming County Veterans Park Commission and the Lycoming County Veterans Council, Inc. The keynote speaker will be Master Sergeant Chest Beaver,
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Gazette and Bulletin May 31, 1918: Muncy Carries Out Impressive Program 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Memorial Day, Old News
- May 23, 2018
Memorial Day was fittingly observed in Muncy with the most impressive ceremonies that have ever been held here. The old burying ground at Halls Station, the cemetery at the Brick Church and the Muncy Cemetery were visited by a squad composed of members of the Grand Army of the Republic. Flowers were distributed; three volleys
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Re-Building a Summer Wardrobe 0
Bernadette Ulsamer
- Outfits
- May 23, 2018
It’s starting to feel like summer and, with the wintry spring we just had, your wardrobe may not be ready for this sudden warm weather. Ideally, you’d have a bit more time to transition winter apparel from your closet to storage, and assess the state of your summer clothes, shop for replacements, etc. But not
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How Parents Can Help Children Make Friends 0
Webb Weekly
- Children, Lifestyles, Parents
- May 23, 2018
Social connections are important for children’s growth and development. Some children have a hard time fitting in and making friends, and these kids may just need a little extra help fostering friendships. According to the resource Parenting Science, decades of research indicates that parents play a key role in teaching children how to make friends.
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Remembering Honor Registration is Open 0
Press Release
- Education, Social Justice
- May 23, 2018
This summer, the YWCA Northcentral PA is hosting a two-week social justice program called ‘Remembering Honor’ for 25 students between sixth and ninth grade. From June 11-14 and 18-21, students will meet from noon to 3 p.m. at the YWCA, 815 W. Fourth St. to expand their knowledge on diversity and how current social issues
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Kid’s Corner: Paper Plate Bird Nest Craft 0
Webb Weekly
- Crafts, Kids, Lifestyles
- May 23, 2018
Paper Plate Bird Nest Craft This is an adorable and really fun craft for kids to make. This craft gives kids the opportunity to express their creative side by decorating the birds nest and making cute little birds to go inside. Materials: • glue • scissors • paper plate • brown paint • stapler •
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Heavy Metal?0
Ken Hunter
- Fishing, Outdoors
- May 23, 2018
My reference to “heavy metal” here is not about that so-called “music” that I occasionally come across as I’m searching for something worth listening to on the radio. No, I’m actually referring to metal fishing lures, which at one time was a mainstay of the fishing lure business. While metal is still used in many
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How to Travel on a Budget and Still Have Fun 0
Webb Weekly
- Travel
- May 23, 2018
Many people are passionate about traveling. Travel, whether it’s domestic or international, can be an invaluable way to experience other cultures, meet new people and get a sense of history. As valuable as travel can be, many people feel they cannot afford to travel. However, there are ways to travel on a budget and still
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Detecting & Treating Hearing Loss in Children 0
Webb Weekly
- Health, Hearing
- May 23, 2018
May marks Better Hearing Month, which is dedicated to raising awareness regarding hearing loss and treatment as well as proactively protecting your hearing. Hearing loss is sometimes more difficult to diagnose in children. Parents are in the best position to detect hearing loss in their children, but it is not always noticeable right away. How
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Summer Heat Facts and Safety 0
Webb Weekly
- Advice, Heat
- May 23, 2018
For many people, summertime is synonymous with trips to the beach, water sports and recreation. Even though summer warmth is a welcome break from winter weather for many people, State Farm warns that heat is one of the leading causes of weather-related fatalities, resulting in hundreds of deaths each year in the United States alone.
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Here’s Something Out of the Blue 0
Gerry Ayers
- Cars, Commentary
- May 23, 2018
Rational decisions sometimes can’t be made during irrational times. Especially when it involves men and women who truly love the machines that take us through life, or in many cases, BACK in life. This isn’t like we haven’t met before; by now it’s a weekly event (celebration), of how I can haunt you or taunt
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