I have to get even more personal than usual in this latest film review, because “The Rise of Opioids” hit me hard. Sponsored by Muncy’s Road Radio USA and produced by Williamsport’s On the Pulse, this documentary on the local opioid crisis starts right off by interviewing Caroline Miele, who lost her son Zachary to
READ MOREThe weather outside is frightful, and while that fire may be delightful, it’s also probably drying out your skin. With the stress of the holidays, the drop in the mercury, and the exhaustion of modern life, winter provides us with a whole new set of skincare challenges. FUN! With the cold weather and central heating
READ MOREMaking time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals at home can help reduce stress and boost self-esteem, according to research published in “Canadian Family Physician.” Mealtime conversations are also a perfect opportunity to connect with your loved ones. A study
READ MOREYou remember winters like this. Short, cloudy days, long stormy nights, both perfect for curling up with a warm blanket and reading until it’s time for bed — and then reading there, too. So this winter, why not cuddle with one of these great unique history books…? For readers who love to compare life a
READ MOREThis marks my eighth year of covering county government, and I am being very honest in saying that I enjoyed this year above them all. I am a person who likes to focus on the positives and not just dwell on the negatives, and there were many positives for the county in this past year.
READ MOREYou may have heard someone say they can tell when a storm is coming because they felt achy in their joints. For many who suffer from arthritis or other inflammatory conditions, cold weather can wreak havoc on already vulnerable parts of your body. It’s common to blame joint pain flare-ups on changes in the weather,
READ MOREI’m sure it comes as no surprise that my work as a wildlife artist often has me gawking at all kinds of wildlife every time I head out the door. Of course, almost everybody enjoys seeing different kinds of wildlife, and It’s not unusual if someone spots a bear, fisher, bobcat, or bald eagle that
READ MOREDEAR EDITOR: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, ‘If you see it in THE SUN it’s so.’ Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus? VIRGINIA O’HANLON. 115 WEST NINETY-FIFTH STREET. VIRGINIA, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected
READ MOREThis week’s Weird Words continues its holiday theme with another dozen terms we rarely use at other times of year. Our previous installment focused on religious vocab like manger, noel and Kris Kringle; here are 12 more, with a slightly secular slant. (Remember, in this space we’re concerned not so much with traditions as with
READ MORENote: This is the ninth article in a series called Overcoming the Five Failures of Us. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. In response to God’s convicting and awakening grace (last week’s article), we have the opportunity to take important steps on the narrow pathway that leads to redemption. Our first step is confession.
READ MOREThe one comment I receive more often than any other from this column is the discovery of the role of county government. Most citizens focus their attention to local government and those who are directing it: city or borough council members or township supervisors. This is normal because Pennsylvania was designed this way. Townships and
READ MOREWith only a few more shopping days before Christmas morning arrives, hopefully, you have taken care of all of the major items on your gift list and can now turn your attention to the last-minute items and the ever-popular “stocking stuffers.” I reflect back fondly, to the early days when the three stockings, hand-knit by
READ MOREWith the holidays upon us, Webb’s Weird Words returns to its fall-season focus on etymology — that is, word origins. This week and next, I’ll unpack two dozen terms we rarely use except at Christmastime: words like noel, manger, poinsettia and egg nog, for example. Our first batch below is largely religious, with secular terms
READ MOREBackstory to Redemption Note: This is the eighth article in a series called Overcoming the Five Failures of Us. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. This is an article about hope. Moral failure will happen, but — Redemption is always possible. We are all redeemable. God’s grace affects everyone! Redemption is always predictable. The
READ MOREIn less than two weeks, the official start of winter — December 21 to be exact — will be upon us. As winter weather settles in and spending time by the fireplace becomes a much more enjoyable pastime, you might want to take time to focus your attention on some springtime activities in order to
READ MOREA tip of my Webb Weekly cap with the American Flag on the side to the greatest generation. “Yesterday, December 7th, 1941 — a date which will live in infamy— the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by the naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.” ~ President Franklin D.
READ MOREWinter is by far not my favorite season; adults don’t get snow days, and the older I get, the more I feel those Arctic winds in my bones. The silver lining to this less-than-ideal time of year is all of the outwear trends from which to choose to complete your look! As we switch from
READ MOREWith the utmost respect for Thomas Jefferson and his fellow Declaration of Independence signees, as the month-long college bowl season is about to commence — we hold these truths to be self-evident: Ohio State can’t beat Michigan, Penn State can’t beat either one, and some college boosters and administrations are shelling out millions of dollars
READ MOREHappy belated Thanksgiving to my family and friends. I hope everything was spectacular. Ours was grand. My rents made it back to California. We had a blast. Jim and I framed and blocked the new garage. It is my understanding that I will have to finish everything by March. I apologize for skipping out last
READ MOREThere are five fundamental rights listed in the first two Amendments to the US Constitution: – Freedom of speech. – Freedom of assembly. – The right to petition the government for grievances. – The right to bear arms. The one that does not get much attention, however, is the freedom of the press. I am
READ MOREThe Christmas season is here! Time for shopping, baking, ugly Christmas sweaters, and our favorite Christmas carols. I’m waiting for the first time when I hear Mariah Carey’s song “All I Want for Christmas is You” on the radio. This pretty much kicks the season off for me, but my husband has to be with
READ MOREFashion trends swing back and forth from season to season, but as autumn rolls into the holidays, you can always count on the return of knee-high boots. Kneecap-grazing footwear is a fall-winter staple that pulls even the most casual looks together effortlessly, more comfortable than their thigh-high counterparts, and more versatile than ankle booties. Here
READ MORENote: This is the seventh article in a series called Overcoming the Five Failures of Us. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. This is an important article — especially for a good man. Why? Because only a good man can suffer a scandalous moral failure. When evil men do evil things, no one notices,
READ MORESometime in the next few days, TV listings and internet sites will begin to burst with Christmas-film suggestions. But before we get swept away in a flood of Scrooges, wonderful lives and Red Ryder BB guns, how about a few films for Thanksgiving? Here’s a six-course movie-meal for the upcoming holiday: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
READ MORELet’s face it: we love competitions. It is amazing how people who have almost nothing in common become bosom buddies when rooting for their team at a sports event. There is nothing like victory, no matter what it represents, including elections. These ‘races’ on election day result in someone coming in ahead of the others.
READ MORENote: This is the sixth article in a series called Overcoming the Five Failures of Us. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. When Jesus addresses the church in Thyatira (Revelation 2:18-29), He calls out the church leaders for tolerating the wicked influence of a woman named Jezebel. The scandal was not Jezebel. The scandal
READ MOREGatherings with family and friends are an integral component of the holiday season. Certain rooms in the house are on display more than others, with kitchens, dining rooms and living areas serving as popular places to congregate. Of course, fireplaces also serve as popular gathering spots in homes that feature them. Lighting a fire in
READ MOREExperienced party hosts understand that certain elements are essential to throwing a successful get-together. Guests expect a few things when they arrive, with good food and drink topping the list. Music also figures into the magic formula for a well-received party. The late Aretha Franklin said, “Music does a lot of things for a lot
READ MOREWow, with the 2023 elections in the book and Victorian Christmas on the cover, it can mean only one thing: we’re at the doorstep of the most wonderful time of the year. I have noticed a lot of Christmas decorations going up early, and that’s just fine with me. I believe Steph talks about it
READ MOREEver notice that English seems to have too many words for stuff? Think of all the synonyms for angry … or fool … or great … and the 2000-plus terms for drunk, some of which we covered in our last installment of “Weird Words.” One reason for this is that English is a melting-pot of
READ MOREYou were nowhere near prepared enough. Oh, sure, you had all your important documents in one place. Your valuables were put away, the car was gassed up, extra water was onboard, and you were ready for whatever happened. Now, of course, you can never totally plan for the worst, though with “The Longest Minute” by
READ MOREThe Uptown Music Collective, the area’s premier nonprofit school of music, has kicked off its annual campaign, with this year’s goal set at $40,000. The announcement coincides with the September start of the UMC’s 23rd year of providing students with a powerful education that goes way beyond music. The annual fundraising efforts allow the school
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