Through a local partnership between First Church Williamsport, Saint John’s School of the Arts, and Lycoming College, the Renew Arts Academy in Williamsport is now accepting applications for its inaugural, week-long summer arts experience, July 13-18. Middle school students entering grades 6-8 can participate as commuters, while high school students entering grades 9-12 and recent
READ MORENostalgia — “a longing for something far away or long ago” — that’s the way Webster defines it. Pittsburgh Pirates fan — “someone who supports the team and is passionate about their team. They may have a long history with the team or have become fans recently. Being a Pirates fan is often seen as
READ MOREHappy Easter; may you and your family enjoy a special day of togetherness. As the warmth of Spring renews life and raises the human spirit, so does the celebration of Easter. God’s greatest gift of his only Son and the message He brought to the human realm that ended with Jesus’ death on the cross
READ MOREPeek-a-boo. Yep, somebody sees you there. You can’t hide, you’re too big to slink away unnoticed, and there’s no Boy Wizard to make you invisible. It wouldn’t do any good anyhow: for your entire life, you’ve left trails behind wherever you go, footprints and evidence of your presence and behavior. Just thinking about that might
READ MOREIn Him, we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace. Ephesians 1:7 You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea. Micah 7:19 Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they
READ MOREStress is a natural part of life, but when it becomes chronic, it can take a serious toll on mental health. While short-term stress can help us stay alert and motivated, prolonged stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and even burnout. April is Stress Awareness Month, a great time to recognize how stress affects overall
READ MOREIt is just over a week away until the one-day Youth Hunt for Spring Gobblers on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Then, the following Saturday, May 3, is the opening day of the month-long Pennsylvania statewide spring gobbler season. Those two Saturdays will sneak up quickly, so it’s “Crunch Time” to finalize where you will hunt
READ MOREThe smiles on the faces of the Loyalsock Lady Lancers as they take a bite out of the gold medal says it all. What an unbelievable moment to be remembered, shared, and talked about by the Lady Lancer family, all the families that support each person within this photo, and the Lancer Nation forever. Thank
READ MOREFunny story hot off the ole press! My momma and I went shopping together and had lunch about three Fridays ago. It was so nice. We haven’t gotten to do this in some time. We went to a few of our favorite stops, like Sam’s Club and Wengerd’s, and then had lunch at our favorite
READ MOREYour Webb critic has two favorite actresses. One — though she’s really before my time — is Golden Age golden-girl Myrna Loy. For years America’s favorite wife, Loy starred in the marvelous Thin Man movies, and was partly responsible for the bullet-riddled end of John Dillinger’s criminal career. (Look it up!) My other fave is
READ MOREHave you heard about….? Of course you have. It’s been all over social media for months and if you didn’t see it there, someone in your family said something about it or a friend did and you still think it’s untrue. It’s hard to fight nonsense, you know — although admittedly, it’s fun to read
READ MOREAfter months of cold weather, many people are eager to get outside and be active again. Whether it’s walking, running, biking, or playing sports, spring is the perfect time to shake off winter stiffness. But jumping back into activity too quickly can lead to injuries, especially for those who have been less active in the
READ MOREPennsylvania is home to a number of hawks as well as some falcons, and like a lot of others, I’m always trying to identify which one of them I’m looking at. Be aware that there are some differences between a hawk and a falcon. For starters, falcons are typically smaller and faster than hawks, while
READ MOREThe tick of greatest concern in our area is the black-legged tick — often referred to as the “deer tick.” They do not exclusively feed upon deer but instead prefer to attach to small mammals such as mice and chipmunks and occasionally birds. They will also feed on large mammals such as raccoons, deer and
READ MOREBefore I get to my title story, congratulations to the Loyalsock Township Lady Lancers on their amazing season — we will have complete coverage in next week’s issue. We are operating a day ahead of our normal press schedule, so as their championship game is tipping off at the Giant Center, this has already been
READ MORESomehow, you always manage to get things done. You’re known for it, in fact: when somebody needs something, they come to you. You know the shortcuts, have plenty of power and sweet-talkability, and you’re good at bartering time and resources. It’s a finely developed talent and you know, as in the new book “The Woman
READ MOREAs we continue transitioning from winter into spring, I’ve been looking around for some outfit inspiration. Some wardrobe staples are simply meant to be worn together, such as the classic white t-shirt and jeans look or blazer and loafers. While others rarely meet in one outfit, like cutoffs and a trench coat. One new pairing
READ MOREFor the past couple of weeks, Webb’s Weird Words has been looking backward. To be specific: On March 19, we reviewed the Greek and Latin origins of medical terminology; and then on 3/26, we covered Medieval terms that are also health-related — like phlegmatic, bilious and lily-livered. Now that spring (and April!) have arrived, we’re
READ MORENature beckons billions of people to get outside every day. Natural settings are not called “the great outdoors” for nothing, and nature enthusiasts may insist there’s nothing better than a day in the elements. Such a sentiment may be more accurate than the most ardent outdoorsman realizes. In fact, the American Psychological Association notes that
READ MORETruth be told, I must have been bitten by the “travel bug” at an early age. I have always been a wanderer, frequently daydreaming about my next quest or next travel and adventure destination. But, whenever I am away from my roots here in Lycoming County, I am often caught up in the desire to
READ MOREIt was years after I left my duties as the Central Region Director for Little League Baseball Headquarters when a co-worker came to my office to tell me a visitor was at the front desk. Inquiring about the identity of the visitor, I was told “he’ll know who I am.” Sure enough, that statement rang
READ MOREWhen it comes to hunting, there is probably no segment of hunters more eager to have the “latest gadgets and gear” than turkey hunters. As we ready our vest for spring gobbler hunting, let’s look at some of the basic tools you should be carrying. The more time you spend in the turkey woods, and
READ MORECongratulations to Brandt Harer and Austin Johnson on bringing home state gold earned through their efforts on the wrestling mat. For my money, wrestling is the most demanding sport on the athletes participating. Almost all who finish their high school careers at Hershey have put in more blood, sweat, and tears since they were knee-high
READ MORENow that the fashion weeks from New York, London, Milan, and Paris have wrapped up for those of us who follow along, it’s time to look at some of the trend predictions as we head into spring. The following trends range from real-life wearability to outright ridiculous. But that’s part of the fun and fantasy.
READ MOREAfter saying these things, he said to them, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep, but I go to awaken him.” The disciples said to him, “Lord if he has fallen asleep, he will recover.” Now, Jesus had spoken of his death, but they thought that he meant taking rest in sleep. Then Jesus told them
READ MOREWell finally! This Thursday, March 20, 2025, marks the first day of spring, and after a colder-than-usual winter, it couldn’t arrive soon enough! With the warmer temperatures and intermittent rains, we should turn our attention to habitat work that will benefit all forms of wildlife. First things first. Probably the most important key to creating
READ MORE‘Been there, done that’ is a common expression most often uttered by individuals who have accomplished a task and, sometimes out of boredom or disinterest, choose not to continue down the same path. Muncy’s Austin Johnson and Montgomery’s Brandt Harer have certainly mastered the four-word phrase, but it has only been the opponents they have
READ MOREI want to begin this week with a happy Saint Patrick’s Day; whether you’re Irish for the day or Irish for a lifetime, please get out and about and enjoy all our area has to offer. I must also add that if you’re partaking in adult beverages, please do so responsibly. Don’t allow a little
READ MORENow nearly 200 years old, Williamsport’s world-famous Repasz Band has announced a new Endowment Fund to help the group continue its popular slate of free local concerts. “Never before has the band’s existence to continue been directly threatened,” says Repasz treasurer and past president Nancy Eischeid. “Previous to COVID, our 10-18 concerts every summer provided
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