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  • This Week’s LION – Ben Watts, Leader in the Making0

    Larry Stout

    LION stands for Leaders In Our Neighborhood, and they come in all kinds of shapes and sizes — even high school seniors. Ben Watts of Montoursville Area High School was recently awarded the Lycoming County Republican Party Scholarship Award. Inspired since his freshman year by a very devoted civics teacher who encouraged him to attend

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  • All Made Possible by the American Soldier0

    Jim Webb

    A Webb Weekly salute to our servicemen and women that gave all to provide our precious freedom. From the Revolutionary War to our current global conflicts and War on Terror, the way of life we know as Americans has been paid for by the blood of those willing to make the ultimate sacrifice. A heartfelt

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  • Take a Kid to a Car Show0

    Andy Kline

    Many of the Webb Weekly readers may already know my passion for cars, trucks, and motorcycles started at a young age with a gift from my Uncle Mitch. That small, red, 1979 Corvette promotional model was the driving force behind my love of the automobile. Growing up and into my early 20s I had some

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  • Bragalone’s ‘Chances’0

    Scott Lowery

    It was sometime in mid-March. Jean and I were watching TV, and a promo came on about the NFL Draft. “When is that,” she asked? “Oh not until the end of April,” I replied. “You mean they will be talking about this for the next month?” was her somewhat exasperated response. I simply nodded in

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  • Risen Grace: Taken By Passion0

    Tim Hartzell

    William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army, gave this response when asked about the secret of his success: “I will tell you the secret. God has had all there was of me. There have been men with greater brains than I, and men with greater opportunities. But from the day I got the poor of

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  • Wearing the Uniform0

    Scott Lowery

    Happy May Day! The day marks the halfway point between the first day of spring and the summer solstice and dates back to the days of the Romans. In this country, it is also a day known for Maypoles, flowers and the welcoming of spring. At one time, the day was a holiday for some,

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  • The Week’s LION: DA Candidate Nicole Ippolito0

    Larry Stout

    Nicole Ippolito does not look like a politician because she really isn’t one. Yes, she is running to be elected to the office of District Attorney for Lycoming County, but in truth, she is doing what is required to get her name in the public eye so she can do the job that she has

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  • Earth Day0

    Steph Noviello

    So technically Monday was Earth Day, but really we should be actively helping to keep the Earth a better place every day, so I don’t mind being a little late to the party. The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of then U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson. He organized the first Earth Day after witnessing

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  • Brown Jackets

    Brown Jackets0

    Jamie Spencer

    One of my favorite “sporting” weeks just came to a close. Yes. There is so much going on these first few days of April, and it shows. Congrats to VA as they claimed the NCAA title Monday. I am a huge fan of the Cavaliers and give them a ton of credit. They were bounced

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  • From Warrior Run to ASU0

    Scott Lowery

    In today’s fast-paced society of ‘I want it all, and I want it now,’ humble beginnings aren’t viewed as the preferred route of choice. But for those who have followed that path good things have often followed. Such is the case for former Warrior Run star quarterback Charlie Fisher who now 39 years later serves

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  • Living Liver Donation: The Gift of Life0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    April is National Donate Life Month and a good time to remind people that organ donation is not just something you agree to upon your death. The 14,000 to 17,000 people currently on the waiting list for a liver transplant don’t need to wait for a donor to die, you could donate today. Liver transplants

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  • Pick-Up Games0

    Jamie Spencer

    Spring has finally sprung, and the outdoorsmen are gearing up. Winter sports are over as basketball and wrestling are being replaced by others. Youngsters from the area are getting ready for their baseball and softball runs. Change is in the air, and this is a beautiful time of year. The NCAA Basketball Tournament is my

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  • Department of Health Reminds Pennsylvanians of the Importance of Vaccinations0

    Press Release

    The Department of Health wants all Pennsylvanians to take steps to protect themselves by getting immunized against several serious illnesses that can be life-threatening, such as measles, hepatitis and whooping cough (pertussis). “It is essential that not only children are up-to-date on immunizations, but that adults are up-to-date on their immunizations as well,” Health Secretary

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  • How to Reduce Vehicle Maintenance Costs0

    Family Features

    Major repairs to a vehicle can be expensive. When unanticipated repairs are necessary, drivers’ budgets can be thrown out of whack, potentially causing a domino effect that compromises their ability to pay their bills on time. Whether your vehicle is brand new, a few years old or reaching milestones on its odometer with every mile

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  • Items Necessary to Fix a Flat Tire0

    Family Features

    Flat tires are a nuisance, but even the most well-maintained vehicles can be vulnerable to the occasional flat. Ensuring tires are properly inflated and in good condition can help drivers avoid accidents, but won’t necessarily make tires immune to flats. The following are some essential items that all drivers should keep in their vehicles so

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  • Our Nation has Become Zombified1

    Jim Webb

    I have never been a fan of zombies. I remember in the late 70s when “Dawn of the Dead” was the big movie. I had no interest in seeing it. When I go to the movies, I want to laugh and be entertained. I have never been into the blood, gore, and things that go

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  • Women’s Month Feature: Judge Joy Reynolds McCoy0

    Larry Stout

    Continuing with significant women who have influenced Lycoming County, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas Joy Reynolds McCoy certainly deserves recognition. Her ten years of service have brought some significant changes, particularly in the county’s Family Court Division. Born and raised in Old Lycoming Township, and graduating from Williamsport Area High School, she attended

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  • Giving Up Coffee0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    Every year, my husband gives up coffee for Lent. Needless to say, it can be a nightmare for all of us. He feels miserable for the first week, from the caffeine withdraw, tempers are heightened, and at the end of the day, he’s dragging some serious tail. This year, I decided to be proactive and

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  • Socialism – An Evil Veiled Deceptor0

    Jim Webb

    So let me get this straight…Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont, a 79-year-old self-proclaimed socialist, again wants to be the president of the United States of America. His last time out seeking the Democratic nomination I guess he just wasn’t experienced enough at age 75. He needed four more years of seasoning to grow his socialistic

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  • In Defense of Bobby Knight0

    Paul Petcavage

    ESPN’s 30 for 30 recently aired “The Last Days of [Bobby] Knight,” about the brilliant, successful, but now much-maligned former basketball coach of Indiana University, for verbally and physically abusing some of his players. While no doubt historically accurate, the film I believe, over-accentuated the negative at the expense of the many positive things Bobby

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  • In Honor and Remembrance of Our American Soldiers

    In Honor and Remembrance of Our American Soldiers0

    Jim Webb

    What weather we’ve seen over the last year. You just don’t know what to expect. Last week snow and treacherous driving were on full display one day, followed by a beautiful sunrise and 50-degree temperatures the next. One thing’s for sure, March is just around the corner, and that sounds good to me. Let’s hope

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  • Protect Yourself0

    Steph Noviello

    Cold and flu season is in full swing and no one is immune. It’s been working its way through my house and our Webb Weekly office. Prevention is the key to keeping yourself healthy this winter, so here are some tips and tricks to keep you from getting sick this year. Sore throat and runny

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  • Gazette and Bulletin: February 24, 1955 – Brotherhood Improvement Needs Cited to Club by P.D. Mitchell0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Inconsistencies in American democracy—with suggestions for remedying it—was the topic for P.D. Mitchell, executive director of the Bethune-Douglas Community Center, in his Brotherhood Week Address to the Williamsport Exchange Club members at the Lycoming this week. Mr. Mitchell cited two famous examples of well-known American Negroes experiencing great success and severe discrimination in their careers. The

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  • Alternatives to Violence Project0

    Press Release

    Northcentral Pennsylvania Alternatives to Violence Project (NCPAAVP) will be offering a weekend workshop March 22-24 at Northway Presbyterian Church, 1520 Northway Road, Williamsport. Are you seeking to nonviolently resolve conflicts? Do you want support and encouragement? Do you want to give support and encouragement to others? And do you want to do this while having

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  • Liberty Arena Expands to Add Kaos Fun Zone and Scorz Bar and Grill to Downtown Williamsport

    Liberty Arena Expands to Add Kaos Fun Zone and Scorz Bar and Grill to Downtown Williamsport0

    Press Release

    The recently renovated entertainment complex will hold official Grand Opening on Thursday, February 28 After a $5 million renovation, the expanded Liberty Arena is hosting an official grand opening to mint the complex as the newest destination for fun in downtown Williamsport, bringing together attractions, entertainment and quality food under one roof. The Liberty Arena

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  • Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month0

    Steph Noviello

    One in three high school students will experience some form of dating violence in their relationships. One in ten high school students has been purposefully hit, slapped or physically hurt by a boyfriend or girlfriend. According to breakthecycle.org 81% of parents said they didn’t think or didn’t know if dating violence was a problem. For

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  • Dollars & Sense0

    Scott Lowery

    Like many of you, I gathered with a bevy of friends to watch the Super Bowl which has been a tradition of ours for many years. Yep, lots of food, friendship, and conversation; all wrapped around the final football game of the year. The NFL likes to bill it as the greatest sporting event of

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Hunters Are Not Poachers0

    Jon Pries

    On May 30, 2014, Satao, one of the world’s largest African elephants was killed by a poisoned arrow shot by a poacher. Satao was known as a tusker because his tusks, which weighed over 100 pounds, were so long that they almost touched the ground. Today, the killing of elephants, our largest land animal, continues

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  • Preparation, Time Key to Safe Winter Travel0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    Cold weather comes with winters in Pennsylvania. It’s important to remember that a little preparation and allowing for extra time can go a long way to keep you safe when traveling this winter. Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for drivers. When it comes to safely traveling in any type of winter weather

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  • Coin Flipping0

    Scott Lowery

    What a most memorable week we just experienced last week! Two of our area’s true sports icons both achieved monumental recognition in their respective sports. Montoursville’s Mike Mussina culminated a six-year climb up the Baseball Hall of Fame voting ladder and received the ultimate call that he has been elected to be enshrined in Cooperstown

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  • Pigskin Predictions0

    Steph Noviello

    OK y’all. You know how this works. We’ve got a lot of ground to cover and not a lot of space to do it. So pitter-patter, let’s get at ‘er! Here are this year’s Super Bowl Predictions from around the area! I asked my BF Steve first, and since he’s not much of a football

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  • A Super Bowl for the Uncompromising1

    Jim Webb

    One thing you can count on with the Super Bowl is that there will be a winner decided. In the event of a tie after four quarters, they will go to the old NFL format of sudden death to declare the winner — simply play until somebody wins. I think this system should be adopted

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  • How Many Bears?0

    Ken Hunter

    Needless to say, black bears have been the topic of a lot of conversations around these parts in recent weeks — especially in light of the attack that took place a few weeks back. I’m sure everybody in the area is aware that a bear viciously attacked and badly injured a woman just south of

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