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This Week’s LION: Anne Reiner, Millennial Media Entrepreneur0
- Leaders
- December 18, 2019
How do most folks in Lycoming County get information about their region? The local daily newspaper has been suffering a shrinking readership and subscriptions for some time now. Newspaper circulars in restaurants and grocery stores have some local items, generally revolved around school activities, sporting events, or award presentations. Webb Weekly has a unique niche
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Curtin Intermediate’s #SOCKTOBER Campaign Sets New Record, Collecting 5,398 Pairs of Socks for Area’s Homeless0
- Events
- November 13, 2019
Curtin Intermediate School set a new school record during its #socktober campaign last month, having collected 5,398 pairs of socks, shattering last year’s record-setting number of 5,001. Curtin joined up with the #socktober movement six years ago, initiated by Kid President and Soul Pancake to help the homeless around the U.S., and has since collected a
READ MOREHomes for All Blue Jean Ball to Benefit Family Promise of Lycoming County0
- Charity
- October 30, 2019
In response to homelessness, Family Promise of Lycoming County (FPLC) brings the faith community together to help families regain their housing, their independence, and their dignity. FPLC is a non-profit organization that works with a partnership network of congregations within the community and aims to help children and their families who are facing homelessness. In addition to
READ MORENothing – The Book of Mental Health Awareness0
Finally, it’s finished. The book I’ve been putting together since sophomore year of high school. Three years later, I’m screaming for the help of professional New York City editors, relying on close friends to peer edit while they go off to school, and sending email after countless email to high quality publishing companies. It’s a
READ MOREYWCA Volunteers.txt0
- July 17, 2019
Volunteer Opportunities Available at the YWCA Volunteers are what have propelled the YWCA Northcentral PA forward for the past 126 years. There are numerous opportunities for community members to get involved at the YWCA to help us eliminate racism and empower women in Lycoming County. We are looking for new volunteers for Wise Options, Liberty
READ MOREThis Week’s LION: American Rescue Workers Fresh Start Program0
- Local News
- June 26, 2019
There is an old, old saying that is better to give a hand up than a hand out. It is a simple saying, but it is a challenge to implement. A good example is the work of the American Rescue Workers (ARW) and their support to men and women who have just been released from
READ MORECinderella’s Closet Registration is Open0
- Local News
- March 6, 2019
The Junior League of Williamsport’s Cinderella’s Closet has found a new home at the YWCA Northcentral PA. The YWCA and the Junior League will work together during the event to create an uplifting, positive environment for teenagers to find their prom essentials. This year high school juniors and seniors are required to make a 30-minute
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The Bookworm Sez: “Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive” by Stephanie Land0
- Books
- February 13, 2019
That thing? You’re ready to let it go. It sparks joy, but not enough. Or it doesn’t, and you’re not sure why you didn’t donate it before. Indeed, boxes of things are ready for giveaway and you’re looking at sparkling-clean digs. Did you do it yourself or, as in the new memoir, “Maid” by Stephanie
READ MORECalifornia – A Failed Example of Liberal and Socialistic Policy1
- Editorials
- January 9, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Newman, California Police Corporal Ronil Singh. The young officer lost his life during a routine traffic stop when an illegal alien with a criminal record opened fire. The K-9 handling Officer leaves behind a young wife, a five-year-old son, and a large supportive family. The
READ MOREHappy New Year!0
- Editorials
- December 26, 2018
This is always one of my favorite weeks of the year at Webb Weekly. Not only because I get to stretch my legs (and word count) on page 2, but because of WHY. Though he wouldn’t want me to tell you, throughout the year Jimmy does a lot for our community. Be it through charities,
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“Always Give Thanks” By Scott Anthony Watson – 6th Grade, Curtin Intermediate School0
- Local News
- December 12, 2018
Always give thanks for the things you have, because what you have might not be what someone else has. You might have a nice source of entertainment, but the other person might not have nice things and can’t get access to the Internet. Always give thanks for the food that you eat. You might eat
READ MORENovember is Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Month0
- Charity, Homelessness
- November 28, 2018
The YWCA Northcentral PA recognizes the month of November as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month. As the only long-term shelter for homeless women and women with children, our goal is to make the community more informed about how homelessness plagues many individuals in Lycoming County. Liberty House is a permanent supportive housing program for women
READ MOREHonoring the Providers of Freedom0
- Editorials, Veterans
- November 7, 2018
A Webb Weekly salute and thank you to our Veterans. Without all the special men and women that have put everything on the line in the name of Country, we would not have our independence. Our One Nation Under God was founded by war, and it will always take the daily commitment of the United
READ MOREYWCA To Celebrate Eight Women of Excellence At Event November 80
- November 7, 2018
The YWCA Northcentral Pennsylvania has always been in the forefront of social activism that makes for a better community, and as a result of that they become aware of and benefit from the efforts of various women who are dedicated to bettering their community. It is with that in mind that they will recognize eight
READ MORE‘Socktoberfest to Return to Curtin Intermediate School Community Event to Kick Off Month-Long Benefit for Area Homeless0
- Local News
- September 26, 2018
Curtin Intermediate School invites the community back to help “kick it to poverty” from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5, for its third SOCKTOBERFEST. The kickoff event once again will help launch the school’s month-long sock drive to benefit Lycoming County’s homeless. Better known as #socktober, the movement began six years ago by
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County Hall Corner: Help for Housing – Part 10
- Local News
- September 19, 2018
Homelessness in the United States is a big issue right now, but the term itself is a little misleading. Homelessness could refer to someone who lives on the streets, of course, but it also could be those who experience financial setbacks that make their housing costs unmanageable. Those who find themselves in that situation generally
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The Bookworm Sez: “The Language of Kindness” by Christie Watson0
- Books
- August 22, 2018
There was a time in your life when you tried everything. Full-time, part-time, gig-worker, entrepreneurship, you changed jobs like most people change clothes. It’s exhausting and disheartening and author Christie Watson had the same experience: café worker, milk deliverer, video shop clerk, she tried them all but in the new book “The Language of Kindness,”
READ MOREA Reminder0
- Editorials
- August 8, 2018
Sometimes, I go through old issues, and I find subjects that I feel need revisiting. This was one of those weeks. A couple of years ago I talked about the need to be NICE. We live in a world filled with drugs, rape, murder, poverty, hunger, homelessness, mental and physical abuse, crippling debt, political discourse,
READ MOREThe Salvation Army Seeks Competitors for Williamsport’s 2nd Annual “Most Amazing Race”0
- Events, Fundraisers
- July 4, 2018
The Salvation Army serving Lycoming County is seeking adventuresome duos to compete in Williamsport’s 2nd Annual “Most Amazing Race,” to be held on Saturday, August 4, 2018. “The Most Amazing Race” is a scavenger-hunt-style event. Two-person teams will scatter across the City to follow clues and complete mental and physical challenges to progress through a
READ MOREEngaging Landlords to Help Homeless Individuals0
- Community, Homelessness
- May 16, 2018
Local landlords can help end homelessness in Lycoming County by participating in the YWCA Northcentral PA’s new Housing Location Services. Informational sessions for interested landlords are on set for Monday, May 21 with sessions at 2-4 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. at the YWCA, 815 W. Fourth St. To register for one of the sessions, visit
READ MOREEighth YWCA Chair.ity Auction is April 130
Several luxury vacation packages and fine dining experiences are among the highlights of this year’s Eighth Biennial YWCA Chair.ity Auction to be held Friday, April 13 at Farrington Place, 416 W. Third St., to support its life-changing programs. The auction preview and cocktail hour begins at 6:00 p.m. and the live auction starts promptly at
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Dog-Friendly 2.5 and 5-Mile Run/Walk to Benefit Lycoming County SPCA0
- Events, Fundraisers, Local News
- April 4, 2018
Saturday, April 14th, the Lycoming County SPCA and title sponsors Debra S. Schneider, CFP, of Wells Fargo Advisors and Dr. Amy Phillips of Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic will hold the SPCA’s annual Paws Run at the South Williamsport Park. The popular pet-friendly event will feature a 2.5-mile run/walk and 5-mile run, as well as a
READ MORETouch Me in the Morning0
- Uncategorized
- February 21, 2018
The contests of all contests. No, not eating 50 hot dogs in less than five minutes and watching them all exit the body faster then you put them in. How about winning a new car just by keeping a hand on it for as long as you possibly can? When organizers put these “games” in
READ MOREFinally February!0
- Editorials
- February 7, 2018
I don’t know about you, but I am happy to see January in the rearview. I always find it to be a bit of a depressing month. The holidays are over, the days are short, it’s cold and often snowing, and it feels like spring is months away. Once we get through the feat that
READ MORECounty Hall Corner – Help is Three-Digits Away0
Everyone 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 MOREDonations Sought By YWCA For Homeless Outreach And Point-in-Time Survey0
- Community
- January 10, 2018
The YWCA of Northcentral Pennsylvania Celebrates 125 Years of Service0
- Community, Local News
- January 10, 2018
The year was 1893. Grover Cleveland was President of the United States, Robert E. Pattison was Governor of Pennsylvania, and William G. Elliot was Mayor of Williamsport. The first college basketball game ever played was played on April 8 between Geneva College of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania and the YMCA team from nearby New Brighton. The
READ MOREHappy New Year!0
- Editorials
- December 27, 2017
So clearly I am not Jimmy. He will be back next week, but I stole his space to give him some credit that he would never think he deserves. Jimmy does a lot for the community and the people in the community and it goes mostly unrecognized, and I think everyone deserves a thank you
READ MOREAmerican Rescue Workers Box City Highlights Homelessness This Weekend0
- Local News
- November 1, 2017
Homelessness is one of America’s greatest and most serious of social problems and to shine a spotlight on this problem the local American Rescue Workers organization will be holding a “Box City” this weekend, November 3 and 4. November is National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month; it is a good time to get involved with
READ MORESocktoberfest Returns to Curtain Intermediate0
- Local News
- October 11, 2017
The community came back to Curtin Intermediate School on Friday night to help “kick it to poverty” with the return of SOCKTOBERFEST. The kickoff event launched the school’s month-long sock drive to benefit Lycoming County’s homeless. Better known as #socktober, the movement began four years ago by Kid President and Soul Pancake to help the homeless around the U.S.
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