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  • My Good Walk Spoiled0

    SANDBAGGER 1. Someone who disguises a strength or skill in order to gain a competitive edge. 2. A sneaky hustler who deliberately plays well below his abilities just to position himself in a future event. 3. A desperate cheater who posts bogus scores to secure a favorable handicap. I am smack dab in the middle

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  • Walk MS to be Held at Penn College: Saturday, May 5, 20180

    More than 300 people are expected to raise more than $20,000 at Walk MS: Williamsport on Saturday, May 5, at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Walk MS is an opportunity for people to come together with friends, loved ones, and co-workers to fundraise, connect, and advocate for people affected by MS. Each dollar raised is one

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  • Closing Thoughts for April0

    Happy Spring! Yes, I know the official beginning of the season of rebirth was several weeks ago. However, the weather has been more like December than April soon to be May. I appreciate that every day is a blessing and obviously we can’t change the weather. What a problematic spring sports season on all our

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  • Lycoming County Library System Kicks Off Advocacy Campaign0

    Libraries are part of a delicate ecosystem that support the transformation of communities and lives through education and lifelong learning. From the cradle to the grave, libraries provide invaluable resources that serve as a lifeline for billions of users for access to technology, early and digital literacy instruction, job-seeking resources, social services and small business

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  • County Hall Corner: The Need to Read0

    Baby Boomers came into a world that was completely different than their parents who suffered through the Great Depression and World War II. Travel became easier as automobiles became more affordable and the road system improved. Home entertainment became possible with television and radio. One of the unfortunate side effects of these new experiences was

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  • Why My Kidney is Named Sidney0

    I’ve seemingly got a double agent working inside of me — code name Sidney. Information: declassified. Risk status: medium. Flee factor: high. By the sounds of things (sheer groans), many of you are also “entertaining” a host who is annoyingly proving not to be the utmost. In fact, it’s a real pain in your side!

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  • Embrace Your Voice1

    April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC), “this year, SAAM is celebrating its 17th anniversary with the theme ‘Embrace Your Voice’ to inform individuals on how they can use their words to promote safety, respect, and equality to stop sexual violence before it happens.” There are

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  • Campers’ Guide to RV Care and Maintenance0

    Sometimes referred to as recreational vehicles, travel trailers or campers, RVs are popular. According to the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association, RV shipments through February 2017 totaled 73,287 units. This represents an increase of 8.6 percent from the same period in 2016. In fact, RV shipments have increased for seven consecutive years. This popularity might be

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  • The Lycoming Audubon Society An Organization “For the Birds”0

    Many times we will hear someone say in a disgusted fashion, “oh that’s just for the birds.” But in the case of the Lycoming Audubon Society that is literally true. According to the group’s website, “The Lycoming Audubon Society (LAS) is a chapter of the National Audubon Society, with responsibility for members in Lycoming and

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  • World Health Day0

    According to the World Health Organization (WHO), April 7th is World Health Day. WHO’s primary role is to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations’ system. According to their website, “We support countries as they coordinate the efforts of multiple sectors of the government and partners — including bi- and multilaterals, funds and

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  • Cremer & Crew0

    Last week, twelve boys’ and twelve girls’ high school basketball teams converged on Hershey’s Giant Center with the same goal in mind — capturing a PIAA State Basketball Championship. It mattered little that Mother Nature’s snowy wrath had postponed the yearly hoop festival for several days causing the event to be played Monday-Wednesday, rather than

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  • This Week’s LION: The “New” Y0

    Franklin D. Roosevelt once made the very profound statement that every organization is either living out the birth of a new vision or the death of an old one. The truth of that is evidenced by companies such as TWA that once had a virtual monopoly on trans-oceanic air travel and yet went bankrupt, or

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  • Prepare HVAC Systems for Warmer Days Ahead0

    The arrival of a new season can be an exciting time. Homeowners may have renewed vigor to start home renovation projects or even tackle some cleaning and organization tasks. Before the weather starts to warm up too much, homeowners may want to evaluate their home cooling needs and ensure that all equipment is in good

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  • The Basics of Mulching

    The Basics of Mulching0

    Mulch is available in various forms. Like other land and garden products, mulch can go a long way toward helping plants thrive. Mulch comprises just about any material that is spread over the surface of soil. Its purpose is primarily to help soil retain moisture. In addition, mulch can staunch weed growth, keep soil cool,

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  • Home Security for the Do-it-Yourselfer

    Home Security for the Do-it-Yourselfer0

    Feeling secure at home is a priority for many people. Many people consider installing security systems in their homes to improve their sense of well-being. Whether one owns or rents, individuals may be surprised to learn that do-it-yourself security systems can be savvy investments. The right system can help people protect their belongings and their

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  • Go Green in Your Lawn and Garden This Spring

    Go Green in Your Lawn and Garden This Spring0

    Spring is a season of rejuvenation. As the cold days of winter drift away, spring blooms begin to sprout and grass regains its lush green look. Green is certainly a color that’s synonymous with spring. Gardening enthusiasts can find a way to make spring even more green by embracing several eco-friendly gardening practices as they

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  • Minimize Dust While Renovating

    Minimize Dust While Renovating0

    Even though dust is ever-present both inside and outside of a home, when renovations are in full swing, dusty conditions are often exacerbated. Whether a home is new or old, numerous substances can be stirred up when removing walls, refinishing floors, removing tile, or expanding living spaces. These include silica from drywall, lead, asbestos, paint

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  • Preparing Garden Beds for Spring and Beyond0

    Gardening enthusiasts may have been thinking about their landscape plans throughout the winter, eager to once again get their hands dirty with soil. Whether a home gardener is making preparations for edible crops or beautiful flowers, he or she must take time to make the soil amenable to planting. To establish hearty, durable plants, gardeners

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  • Easy Ways to Conserve Water

    Easy Ways to Conserve Water0

    The are a number of reasons to conserve water, but perhaps none is more urgent or compelling than the role water plays in human survival. Water.org notes than human beings can survive for weeks without food but only make it a few days without water. What’s more, the foods humans eat, namely plants and animals,

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  • Give Your Kitchen a Facelift0

    Whether completely remodeling your kitchen or just looking for a few simple upgrades to make your cooking space shine, it can be difficult to know where to begin. A well-designed kitchen can incorporate both style and luxury, but it’s also important to upgrade in ways that make everyday tasks easier and your space more efficient.

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  • Move Over March0

    Begrudgingly, we have to give Punxsutawney Phil his due. The furry varmint’s unwelcomed prediction of ‘six more weeks of winter’ certainly rang true. But now that spring has officially made its presence on the calendar; we can all turn our thoughts to the more pleasant days ahead. March’s ending brings with it a trio of

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  • Spring Car Care: DIY Car Care Everyone Can Do0

    While taking your car to an auto service professional is a great way to ensure its performance, the Car Care Council reminds vehicle owners there are few simple vehicle checks that they can easily learn and do themselves to save a little money and help keep their vehicles running efficiently all summer long. With basic

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  • 26th Annual “Billtown Blues Challenge” Festival0

    Audition Concert to be Held Saturday, March 24 The time has come again for the Billtown Blues Association, BBA, to hold their 26th annual “Billtown Blues Challenge” Festival Audition Concert where local and regional musicians compete for the coveted spot on the BBA festival stage performing along with confirmed national and international acts. The BBA

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  • Upon Further Review0

    In recent years those three little words have increasingly become part of sports lexicon — driving some to be mindful of that old axiom ‘be careful what you wish for.’ Initiated as a mechanism to use modern technology as a tool to increase officiating accuracy on the field of play, there are those who are

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  • ‘It’s On Us’ Grant to Bolster Campus Fight Against Sexual Assault0

    A $29,928 “It’s On Us” grant has been awarded to Pennsylvania College of Technology to prevent, address and respond effectively to sexual violence. Penn College, one of 39 institutions to receive funding from Gov. Tom Wolf and the Pennsylvania Department of Education, applied for a grant to establish programs ranging from campus-wide training to institutional

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  • Looking for Alexa? Not at My Place!0

    If “Alexa” is truly taking the nation by storm, then somehow it passed me up. Or should I say, I passed her up because “she” has to be installed before taking any commands from me or anyone else. Alexa honey, what can you really do for me? I know you were released (born) by Amazon

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  • Upgrades that Boost Your Home’s Value and Enjoyment0

    A home is often a family’s single largest asset, so making investments with upgrades and home improvements is almost always a good idea. However, knowing when and where to make those improvements isn’t necessarily a simple decision. Budget and space most often dictate the direction, but keeping function and your lifestyle needs in mind can

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  • County Hall Corner: Stepping Up Initiative0

    The result of the Law of Unintended Consequences is that sometimes fixing one problem creates another one. In the 20th century, mental health hospitals were designed to improve on the insane asylum model of the previous century. Unfortunately, supply exceeded demand, and the result was increased neglect of the patients. A movement known as deinstitutionalization

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  • Seniors Becoming More Tech-Savvy0

    Technology is the future, and digital communication has opened many doors for people around the world. Although younger generations have grown up with technology at their fingers, Baby Boomers and older adults did not. But in spite of that, studies show that growing numbers of seniors are open to the idea of technology and even

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  • 59th Annual West Branch Susquehanna Builders Association Home Show to Be Held This Weekend0

    If you have any home improvement projects or any other projects that might spruce up your home, or even if you don’t, the place to be this weekend will be at the Keiper Recreation Center on the campus of Lycoming College. That’s right; it’s once again time for the 59th Annual West Branch Susquehanna Builders

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  • Thru The Years: Williamsport Sun March 4, 1937 Recommend Change in Street Name0

    Williamsport Sun March 4, 1937 Recommend Change in Street Name Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr. A proposal to rename Campbell Street in honor of Peter Herdic, who was instrumental in accomplishing the incorporating of Williamsport as a city 70 years ago, was recommended to City Council today. It was submitted by the City Planning Commission

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  • Safety Renovations for Seniors’ Homes0

    Feeling safe and secure at home is a priority for any homeowner. But safety is of particular concern for aging men and women who are at greater risk of being involved in accidents at home than younger men and women. Harvard Health Publishing says that accidents at home are among the leading causes of injury

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  • March 11 to 17 is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week0

    Multiple Sclerosis or “MS” is a crippling disease that is currently being fought on many fronts. The week of March 11 to 17 is “MS Awareness Week.” The Mayo Clinic website describes MS this way, “Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). In MS, the

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