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College Dedicates Fish Real Estate Leadership Challenge Course 0
Press Release
- Events, Local News
- August 18, 2021
The Fish Real Estate Leadership Challenge Course, the creation of which involved the same collaborative spirit that it will nurture in those who use it, was dedicated Aug. 11 on the wooded southcentral side of Pennsylvania College of Technology. The Challenge Course – a remarkable project funded by Brent and Daria Fish in memory of
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Sylvan Dell Environmental Center and Robert Porter Allen Natural Area Now Being Developed Through a Private-Public Partnership Effort 1
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Local News
- July 21, 2021
South Williamsport native Robert Porter Allen (1905-1963), was at one time one of this country’s leading naturalists, serving as president of the National Audubon Society. He is credited with helping to save the Roseate Spoonbill and the Whooping Crane. His childhood experience birding in Sylvan Dell’s large wetland influenced his career in ornithology. Allen’s innovative
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County Hall Corner: Change for Gain without Pain 0
Larry Stout
- Government, Politics
- July 21, 2021
Since childhood, I have been a quote collector, and one that I have used in recent years more than any other has been by Franklin D. Roosevelt, who said, “Every organization is either living out the birth of a new vision or the death of an old one.” A more succinct quote in the same
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Baseball, Hot Dogs & Apple Pie 0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- June 30, 2021
Without any proven data to rely on, I would guess that there aren’t many Americans thrilled with ‘the new normal’ that is being introduced to our daily lives. It could be safely assumed that most would much prefer the pre-COVID norm that we have been living without for the past 16 months. However, glimpses of
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County Hall Corner: Every Second Counts…0
Larry Stout
- Government, Politics
- June 9, 2021
Unfortunately, I studied economics and finance, otherwise I could be comfortably sleepwalking like our current political leadership in Washington DC. They are passing bills that burden the national budget with trillions of dollars of debt. First, there was the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan that was passed in March. There is also a proposed $2.5
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County Hall Corner: Very Needed Veterans Court 0
Larry Stout
- Government, Politics
- April 14, 2021
Being a veteran, especially one who has served in a combat area, casts a shadow on the psyche that never truly goes away. Audie Murphy is a classic example. A poor farm boy from Texas, he joined the army after Pearl Harbor at age 17 and saw combat in Sicily and southern Italy. Amazingly, by
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Vehicle Maintenance Tasks Drivers Don’t Want to Overlook 0
Family Features
- Advice, Cars
- March 24, 2021
Savvy drivers recognize that maintenance is essential to keeping their vehicles running strong for years on end. Such maintenance ensures vehicles are safe to take out on the road, and basic upkeep also protects drivers’ financial investments in their cars and trucks. Drivers who are not mechanically inclined tend to put their vehicles in the
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DIY Strategies to Deep-Clean Carpeting 0
Family Features
- Home Improvement
- March 17, 2021
What’s underfoot in a home can go a long way toward making residences comfortable and aesthetically appealing. A study of home buyer preferences using data from the National Association of Realtors® found that 54 percent of home buyers were willing to pay more for a home with hardwood flooring. But that doesn’t mean that carpeting
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Potential Cost-Benefit of Growing Your Own Produce.0
Charlie Gizenski
- Gardening, Outdoors
- March 17, 2021
If you have been to the grocery store lately, you may have noticed the price of vegetables. I have done some research, and I now realize how much money can be saved just by planting a few of your own vegetables. The initial investment is pennies compared to the savings. You also have the satisfaction
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When Should You Update Your Estate Plan?0
Press Release
- Advice
- March 3, 2021
At some point in your life you may have prepared a Last Will & Testament or Powers of Attorney. Perhaps you signed them when your family was young and you needed some documents, “just in case.” Then they were put away in that drawer or filing cabinet and sat there for decades. Have you ever
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Woodlands Bank Sponsors Students of Lycoming County 0
Press Release
- Education, Local News
- February 10, 2021
The Pennsylvania Council on Financial Literacy (PennCFL) provides to all students in grades 3-12 in Pennsylvania a world-class, web-based stock simulation platform and curriculum. Students can learn how to trade all year long by using the whole curriculum, courses, and more, including two ten-week competitions. The competitions are held in the classroom, by county and
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Winter Dressing Mistakes 0
Bernadette Ulsamer
- Advice, Fashion
- January 27, 2021
Winter has truly settled in and, as much as we may hope for a mild season, chances are we will be feeling freezing temperatures from now until late April. Dressing for the weather is not usually a fun or stylish task, but more a matter of function. But even the most practically minded of us
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Several Area Social Service Agencies Assist With the Plight of the Homeless In County 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Local News
- January 27, 2021
The plight of the homeless in Lycoming County was brought into a stark and tragic spotlight two weeks ago when the body of a homeless man was found along the River Walk. Precise numbers for the amount of homelessness here is hard to obtain. Numerous attempts are made to quantify the amount, but those who
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Winter Capsule Wardrobe 0
Bernadette Ulsamer
- Advice, Fashion
- January 20, 2021
In the spirit of New Year’s resolutions and the idea of living a more sustainable and less cumbersome lifestyle, 2021 is the perfect year to consider building a capsule wardrobe. Capsule wardrobes push us to think more about what clothing we actually wear and whether we truly need each piece hanging in our closets. A
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Tools of the Trade 0
Family Features
- January 20, 2021
I want to thank everyone who reached out to me last week to let me know they look forward to reading my article each week. It was very humbling. To garden, you need tools. Take a peek in the shed or garage; you may already have what you need. Like I said last week, this
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Woodlands Bank Sponsors Students of Lycoming County 0
Press Release
- Charity, Education, Local News
- January 6, 2021
The Pennsylvania Council on Financial Literacy (PennCFL) provides to all students in grades 3-12 in Pennsylvania a world-class, web-based stock simulation platform and curriculum. Students can learn how to trade all year long by using the whole curriculum, courses, and more, including two ten-week competitions. The competitions are held in the classroom, by county and
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Regional United Ways Work Together to Protect Their Communities 0
Press Release
- Health, Local News
- December 9, 2020
AIS Coordinates Production of One Million Masks The Lycoming County United Way (LCUW) was the recipient of 500 masks and received a second shipment of 1,500 masks today, compliments of the United Way of North Central Mass (UWNCM). Earlier in 2020, UWNCM was approached by one of their corporate community partners to help with a
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Seven Ways to Save More for Retirement 0
Webb Weekly
- December 2, 2020
Retirement seems like a lifetime away for young professionals. But as careers advance, families are started and milestones are met, retirement can start to feel a lot closer. A 2014 Gallup poll indicates that most Americans now retire at age 62. That is a good starting point when planning your retirement. The earlier you start
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Turtleneck Time 0
Bernadette Ulsamer
- Advice, Fashion
- November 18, 2020
We’ve all heard of sweater weather when the temperatures drop, and the air turns crisp, requiring the addition of a cozy knit layer to your everyday wear. Well, November is also the start of turtleneck time! When it comes to finding a balance between chic and cozy, nothing beats a turtleneck. This versatile basic is
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Postal Gratitude and Monster Buck Attitude 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- September 30, 2020
A tip of my Webb Weekly cap with the American Flag on the side to our local postal carriers. They do a great job each and every week making sure the Webb Weekly gets delivered right to your home. I consider these fine folks my partners in business. They do the heavy lifting and delivery
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Home, Neighborhood, and Self Improvement 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- September 23, 2020
Autumn has officially fallen on the West Branch Valley. Although I don’t like the daylight hours growing shorter, the temperature moving a little south on the thermometer and knowing what may be just around the corner — what an absolutely amazing time of year in our neck of Penn’s woods. We all need just to
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Practical Home Upgrades to Improve Function and Ambiance 0
Family Features
- Home Improvement
- September 23, 2020
Homeowners tackling interior upgrades often focus their attention on two of the most-used rooms the in the house: the kitchen and bathroom. Tailoring these rooms to your personal preferences may enhance your enjoyment of the space, but most experts recommend thinking long term for the biggest return on your investment. Kitchen Considerations As the hub
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Three DIY Projects That Will Instantly Improve Your Home’s Value 0
Family Features
- Home Improvement
- September 23, 2020
Buying a home is exciting. Once you purchase a property, you want to make it your own. Whether it’s a 100-year-old beauty or a fresh new build, there are improvements you can make that not only personalize the space, but add instant value to your real estate investment. Project 1: Update the garage door Garage
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The Drift Toward Bondage 0
Tim Hartzell
- Faith
- September 23, 2020
There is a cycle in human history that has been repeated again and again for thousands of years. It is a cycle that goes from freedom to bondage to freedom to bondage — and on and on and on. Free people, especially those who didn’t personally sacrifice to win their freedom, tend to become careless
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At Home Pedicure 0
Bernadette Ulsamer
- Advice, Fashion
- August 5, 2020
There’s only one full month of summer left and, while time seems to be standing still, chances are your nails may be in need of some maintenance. Even with salons open, I’ve been doing my nails at home and have been trying to keep my pedicure as professional-looking as possible. The art of the DIY
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Smiles, Laughter, and COMPETITION are BACK! Oh, Happy Days!!0
Eric Beiter
- June 17, 2020
Smiles are an excellent investment — the more you collect, the better you feel. Sunshine and Vitamin D seem to make a body kick into high gear. When you combine them both, you have an awesome day. Why do I sound like a doctor and scholar (and you know I’m far from that)? Because this
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This Week’s LION: The Pike Drive-In 1
Larry Stout
- Leaders
- June 17, 2020
In the not so very distant past, the local drive-in brought to mind the entertainment days of the AM Radio and 45 RPM records. It was 1933 when the first drive-in was created in Camden, New Jersey, initiated by an enterprising movie fan and sales manager named Richard Hollingshead, who noticed his mother found it
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This Week’s LION: Surviving the Storm — Williamsport’s Backhouse Cafe 0
Larry Stout
- Leaders
- June 3, 2020
The forced quarantine in Pennsylvania was designed to save lives, but it has taken a very tough toll on two particular groups; school students and small business owners and their employees. Students are young and will undoubtedly rebound one way or another, but many predictions point toward many small business owners going belly up, causing
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Alex Reed – Loyalsock High School Class of 2020 2
Steph Nordstrom
- Editorials
- May 13, 2020
When I graduated from high school in approximately 1872, South Williamsport High School was doing construction on the football field, so instead of graduating at Rodney K. Morgans Stadium, we graduated in right field at Lamade Stadium. I imagine that it took a lot of finagling for SWASD to get that done, and up until
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Five Outdoor Projects That Add Value 0
Family Features
- April 8, 2020
Exterior renovations can enhance the appearance of a property and make it more enjoyable for homeowners. Certain renovations have the potential to add value to a home, while others may do the opposite. Learning which ones have the largest return on investment can help homeowners select features that will have the most positive impact. Curb
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PA 2-1-1- Assistance for COVID-19 0
Webb Weekly
- March 25, 2020
COVID-19 is the latest crisis and has garnered plenty of media attention with good reason. Public health emergencies are just one way that the 2-1-1 information and referral service is helping. 2-1-1 is part of a nationwide network, and in Pennsylvania, PA 2-1-1 is powered, and in large part funded by United Way of Pennsylvania
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Weichert Realtors Premier is now 0
Webb Weekly
- March 25, 2020
Premier Real Estate New Name, Same Great Service! It is with great excitement that local real estate brokers and owners of Weichert Realtors Premier, Chris Pardee and Marcy Benson, have announced the creation of Premier Real Estate Agency, a full-service real estate agency serving northcentral Pennsylvania. “In a sense, we are returning to our original
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Remodel or Relocate? Questions to Help You Find Your Answer 0
Webb Weekly
- March 11, 2020
It’s becoming clear that you’d really like a kitchen where two of you can cook at the same time. A playroom that’s not the living room. Increasingly it seems like there are too many people and not enough bathrooms. Or maybe you’re looking ahead and want your place to be safer and more usable as
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