A heart attack happens when blood flow to your heart muscle is blocked for long enough to damage the muscle. If blood flow isn’t restored quickly, the heart muscle begins to die from a lack of oxygen, and non-functioning scar tissue forms in its place. If enough muscle function is lost, “heart failure” can occur.
READ MOREAs we put away holiday decorations and look toward the coming year (and decade) ahead, you may be thinking it’s time for a closet cleanout. And you would be right! Since you’re stuck indoors anyway, why not tackle those ever-expanding dresser drawers and wardrobes. If you’re a veteran closet cleaner like me, then you probably
READ MOREOne of my favorite exercises at the end of the year is to review all my columns throughout the year. I began writing LION (Leaders In Our Neighborhood) features in April of 2014, and I am always surprised how each year seems to have a certain theme. In 2018, it was good people passing away.
READ MOREYou probably understand the importance of taking your medications correctly, but you may not be as familiar with how improperly storing and disposing your medications could be creating another problem. Although your medications keep you healthy and feeling better, they can be extremely dangerous if they are taken by someone else or in the wrong
READ MOREWe’re getting into the heart of the holiday season, a time packed full of gift-giving, shopping extravaganzas, parties, and activities galore. While this season is meant to bring feelings of love and cheer, it can also be one of the most stressful times, putting added strain on your heart. Beat the holiday stress this year
READ MOREYou probably understand the importance of taking your medications correctly, but you may not be as familiar with how improperly storing and disposing your medications could be creating another problem. Although your medications keep you healthy and feeling better, they can be extremely dangerous if they are taken by someone else or in the wrong
READ MOREAs a 14-year-old, Rick Strous was intensely interested in the fire service and serving his community. That interest and dedication has culminated, 50 years later, with him being named the Pennsylvania BLS Technician of the Year for 2019. Rick began his life-long involvement with the fire service in October 1969 as a member of Boy
READ MOREI recently had the privilege of serving as a fire policeman for the Clinton Twp. Fire Company and helping line up the bikers who were participating in the 911 Memorial Ride held on September 11th. As early as 9:00 a.m., the riders began arriving, and during the day I enjoyed getting to chat a bit
READ MOREIt is sometimes a tedious task to cover the Lycoming County Commissioner’s Meetings, but Thursday, June 13th was not one of those times. In fact, to be honest, I personally was never more proud of my county than I was through that meeting. It began with a presentation of Job Well Done pins awarded to
READ MOREStop your heart attack emergency right now before it begins. Many people who reach the point of having a heart attack say they didn’t know they were at risk. Have you discussed your risks with your family doctor recently? Is your blood pressure at an acceptable level? Do you know your cholesterol numbers? If you
READ MOREAs temperatures drop, the risk of severe winter weather conditions and sudden power outages rise. Preparing your family ahead of time can help minimize the impact of a power loss. Having an emergency preparation plan lets your family immediately shift into a proactive stance when an unexpected event, like power loss, occurs. Your plan may
READ MOREThousands of eager on-lookers will line the streets of South Williamsport this Saturday to take in the sights, sounds and treats provided by the 73rd annual South Williamsport Mummers’ Parade. For young and old alike this community tradition is both anticipated and appreciated. For retiring South Williamsport Borough Police Chief Robert ‘Bob’ Hetner, the parade
READ MORESeveral weeks ago I experienced the ride of my life. Or, I should say “rides” of my life, as I dared myself to get up early on a Sunday and hitchhike as far as I comfortably could. Then try to return home (in one piece) within 24 hours using just my thumb. I’m sure your
READ MOREIf you enjoy the roar and belching of engines and like antique farm machinery on display and in action, then the Consolidated Sportsmen’s Grounds along Route 87 in Plunketts Creek Township is the place for you this weekend, August 2 to 5. Gravely garden tractors will be the featured tractor at this year’s Show. “Because
READ MOREA good friend and I recently enjoyed a long float down the Sock. It was a last minute decision that was actually coordinated by our lovely brides. We simply wanted to get away and do some fishing from our kayaks. It was a beautiful afternoon in North Central PA, but we didn’t have the slightest
READ MOREIt 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
READ MOREWhether used to energize summer fun or provide electricity in the aftermath of a storm, there are multiple ways portable generators can be a solution for seasonal power needs. Portable generators can provide reliable backup power for outdoor recreational activities, as well as protection for you and your family from sudden power outages during severe
READ MOREBy BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly BEECH CREEK—At the start of the fourth inning Keystone’s Gabriel Johnson had already struck out the side once. He was locked in a pitcher’s duel against Williamsport’s Makai Day, who matched him in scoreless innings up to that point. Johnson needed to stay close to perfect and
READ MOREI’m not going to write much of a story this week. What can I say? For the 18th time this year, there has been another gun incident involving a school. This time 17 innocent people lost their lives. I am a proponent of the 2nd amendment. I believe that responsible, mentally stable adults have the
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin February 23, 1911 Fire Apparatus in Speedy Dash to Park Hotel Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr. Fire at the Park Hotel! That was the startling message that went over the fire alarm telephone circuit about 9:30 o’clock last night. A hotel fire always puts the fire department on edge and even the
READ MOREEveryone knows about calling 911 when there is an emergency requiring the police, fire, or ambulance services. What is not nearly as well known is calling 211, the number for information on available social services. At a recent County Commissioners Meeting, Jack McKernan distributed pamphlets to the “Help Line” serving North-Eastern Pennsylvania, including Lycoming County.
READ MOREA paid political ad that ran in Webb Weekly last month featured alleged improprieties from the Clinton Township Volunteer Fire Company. As Paul Harvey enjoyed saying, “here is the rest of the story.” The complete picture of this excellent organization at the southern end of the county portrays one of the most effective volunteer companies
READ MOREIt is something of an irony that the deadliest and most destructive wildfires in California’s history occurred during National Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14. It is also ironic that it was 70 years ago, August 1947, that one of the most well known slogans in American history, “Remember, only YOU can prevent forest fires,” was
READ MOREYears ago, a man inherited a house from his great uncle who died in the war. The house sat on a hill outside of town in the next state and rumors were told that it was haunted. The man traveled to the town to inspect the house and found that it was a wonderful old
READ MOREIt was an unusually hot Tuesday afternoon in Williamsport on September 19th as Agents Bryan Bower and Adam Lorson of the Lycoming County Adult Probation Office were driving to visit a few of their clients. As they were slowly going along one of the city streets, Bryan noticed one of his former clients walking along
READ MORETip of the cap to the Williamsport Bureau of Police on their recently held open house. The event was a great way for the citizens of Williamsport to meet, greet and understand that the police are just “people in the neighborhood” trying to protect and serve your community. It was also a way to get
READ MOREReverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of the greatest Americans in history. I have read much about the man and his leadership of Black Americans during the Civil Rights movement. This eventually provided equality, not only for people of African heritage, but also laid the groundwork for all in the American melting pot including
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