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Time to Ready Bluebird Nesting Boxes0
- Advice
- February 16, 2022
The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Howard Nursery wants to help you “spring” into the season and connect with wildlife in your backyard. Bluebird nesting boxes built by staff at Howard Nursery are available for sale at the nursery office, as well as the Game Commission’s Harrisburg headquarters, region offices and the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.
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Love Is…0
I’ve been thinking a lot about love this week. Not because of Valentine’s — that part is just a sweet coincidence. As I lay on the couch laid up this week from surgery, I can’t stop thinking about all the love and support I have had. From the evening before my surgery, the outpouring of
READ MORESidelined0
- Sports
- January 26, 2022
I would like to say a big thanks. The feedback on last week’s write-up “Drive Thru Pat” was off the charts. I received all kinds of love, from far and close. Pat Koch was a special person, and she impacted all walks of life. I am also very humbled by those who said congrats. I
READ MOREUPMC Nurse: Exposure Can Be a Problem in Winter0
- Health
- January 26, 2022
Cold weather comes with winters in Pennsylvania, and with the freezing temperatures, wind chill, ice, and snow also comes an added risk for potential exposure injuries. While some love the winter wonderland, others may want to hunker down in their homes and wait it out until spring. Consider the following tips to help keep safe
READ MOREThe Roving Sportsman… Habitat Improvement: Food Plots, Fields & Shrubs0
- Outdoors
- January 26, 2022
This is the final installment in a series regarding habitat improvement. We have covered developing a plan, eliminating undesirable plants, and what trees we should consider planting for various wildlife species. Now, let’s look at a few final steps — creating food plots, bringing back fallow fields, and some shrubs, bushes, and vines we could
READ MOREThe Roving Sportsman… Habitat Improvement – Trees0
- Outdoors
- January 19, 2022
EXISTING TREES: We have recently discussed doing a survey that identifies the trees currently on your property that provide feed for wildlife, such as oaks, beech, black cherry, walnut, butternut, hickory, and old apple trees. Also, note the existence and location of evergreens that provide cover for wildlife. Use this data to help plan where
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January is Party Time!0
Here we are, mid-January already. After the holidays, life slows down a bit, and you get to breathe. Well, at least for a week or so. You know what mid-January is for us? Birthday bliss! My stepdad, Mark Metzger’s birthday is first, then my gram, Lois Liddick, then my daughter, Kenzy, and finally my husband
READ MOREHappy New Year!0
- Editorials
- December 29, 2021
Well, look at me all fancy like Applebee’s on page 2! I have to tell you; this is one of my favorite issues of the year. Honestly, every year when I write this article, it’s hard not to get a little choked up thinking about all the fantastic organizations that my co-workers and I get
READ MOREUPMC Therapist: Understanding and Treating Scoliosis0
- Health
- November 24, 2021
Your middle schooler has probably been experiencing a lot of changes with their body. If you’ve noticed that they are going through a growth spurt, now is the time to be on the lookout for scoliosis. What Is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves in the shape of a “C” or an
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A Guide to Picking the Perfect Fresh Christmas Tree0
- Advice
- November 24, 2021
Come the holiday season, perhaps no tradition evokes the warm and fuzzy “feels” more than a family outing to pick a Christmas tree. Whether it’s a trek to a live Christmas tree farm or a short drive to the nearest pre-cut tree lot, the process of selecting a tree that will serve as the crown
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Shop Locally on Plaid Friday and Small Business Saturday0
- Advice
- November 24, 2021
What better ways to celebrate the diversity, uniqueness and creativity of independent, local businesses than by supporting them during the busiest shopping season of the year? Plaid Friday was conceptualized in Oakland, Calif., several years ago in an effort to encourage holiday shoppers to slow down and shop locally at small businesses rather than partake
READ MOREUPMC Expert: Caring for an Aging Family Member0
- Health
- October 27, 2021
If you’re providing at-home care for an ailing loved one, you’re not alone. According to AARP, there are more than 53 million unpaid caregivers in the U.S. That means, one in five Americans provide care for a loved one. We are seeing the rise of the sandwich generation in which those in their 40s and
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Why Do We Say ‘Trick or Treat’?0
Why Do We Say ‘Trick or Treat’? Homeowners think nothing of having goblins, nurses, vampires, or astronauts showing up at their doors each October asking for candy. Any other time of the year and these visitors might be turned away. But Halloween is all about the magical and the macabre, and trick-or-treating is a major
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‘FALL’ing into Great Businesses0
You all know how much I enjoy going out to eat. You know how much I love fall, and you know that I like to let you all know if I go to a great business in our area. I think it’s so awesome how many great places we have in our county. If you
READ MOREUPMC Nurse: Tips for Safe Teenage Drivers0
- Health
- October 20, 2021
Getting your driver’s license is one of the most exciting life experiences for a teenager. While it’s great to have a new sense of freedom, it’s important to remember that driving is a privilege and a huge responsibility. National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 17-23 and is the perfect opportunity for parents to remind
READ MOREMuncy Area Girl Competed in International Equestrian Endurance Competition In the Netherlands0
- Local News, Sports
- September 29, 2021
Sixteen-year-old Charlene “Charly” Dugan has loved and been involved with horses ever since she was a small child; she comes by her interest naturally since her parents own and operate J&S Farms, a horse farm in the Muncy area, as well as one in the Ocala, Florida area. Never in her wildest dreams could Charly
READ MOREUPMC Physician: Understanding Traumatic Injuries0
- Health
- September 22, 2021
Traumatic accidents and injuries are unfortunately an everyday occurrence. Many people often associate trauma with major events such as car accidents, gunshot wounds, and burns, however, traumatic injuries can also be from something as simple as a fall in your home. While no one plans to be involved with such events, it is vital to
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How to Help Houseplants Survive a Long Winter0
- Advice, Home Improvement
- September 15, 2021
As fall gradually gives way to winter, gardeners expend ample energy preparing their flowers and plants for the months ahead. Plants may be pruned to increase the likelihood that they will return in full bloom come the spring, while lawns may be aerated so cool-season grasses can get the nutrients, water and oxygen they need
READ MOREHow to Honor First Responders0
- Local News
- September 8, 2021
The 20th anniversary of 9/11 is a great time to recognize the efforts of first responders and honor them for all they do. This fall marks the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The attacks on September 11, 2001 remain the deadliest terror attacks in world history, claiming more than 2,900 lives and causing
READ MOREUPMC Nurse Offers Tips for Safe Riding0
- Health
- August 25, 2021
Biking is a great way to have fun while spending time outdoors. It benefits you physically, mentally, and the environment positively. Although it is a helpful way to be active, you need to remember that it can be risky as significant injury can occur from falls and automobiles. Consider the following precautions to avoid injuries
READ MOREUPMC Expert: Hyperbaric Treatment for Wound Healing0
- Health
- August 18, 2021
Have you ever heard of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)? Chances are you may be familiar with this treatment for divers as decompression sickness, which often occurs among deep sea divers, is one of the most common conditions treated and has been for over 80 years. But did you know that it is also useful for
READ MOREWilliamsport Sun: August 5, 1952 – Over 900 Blood Volunteers Ready at Lycoming-Spencer0
- Old News
- August 4, 2021
The marvelous mathematics of the now-famed Lycoming-Spencer promotion of the Red Cross Bloodmobile Program, the catch phrase “299 plus 1” now totals 1,612 volunteers to give blood. Recognition has come to Williamsport, the Lycoming Red Cross leaders and the Lycoming-Spencer Division of the Avco Corporation for the outstanding achievement of breaking all records in the
READ MOREUPMC Expert: Is Cancer in Your Future?0
- Health
- July 21, 2021
? Mai Phuong, MD Oncology, UPMC If you were at increased risk for cancer, would you want to know? By 2040, the number of new cancer cases per year is expected to rise to 29.5 million according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer. While there are many factors contributing to the rise in
READ MOREUPMC Provider: BE FAST with Signs of Stroke0
- Health
- June 9, 2021
In the United States, stroke affects more than 750,000 people each year. It’s the leading cause of adult disability and is the fifth-leading cause of death. Stroke can happen to anyone, and it is important to know what stroke looks like and what do to if someone shows the signs. Signs of Stroke If you
READ MOREUPMC Expert: Changing the Stigma of Postpartum Depression0
- Health
- June 2, 2021
Mild mood swings may be considered a normal part of pregnancy, but 15 to 20% of women experience more significant depression symptoms before or after giving birth. Changes in environment, relationships, and other major adjustments in life occur during this time, but if feelings of sadness, tearfulness, and being more emotional than usual last more
READ MOREUPMC Physician:0
- Health
- May 26, 2021
It may be hard to set time aside in your busy schedule to take care of yourself, especially during the era of COVID-19. We know you’re busy with working from home, helping your kids with virtual learning, and other interruptions to your day-to-day life. However, it’s important to still make yourself a priority, especially when
READ MOREThe Lycoming Creek Anglers0
- Sports
- May 19, 2021
The 2021 trout season is off to a great start, minus the weather. But the fishing has been grand. My friends and I are having a blast. I have stayed mostly local, but several have ventured out. A lot of credit goes to the STATE and other local organizations. There is one, in particular, that
READ MOREUPMC Provider: Identify the Itch0
- Health
- May 19, 2021
If you enjoy spending time outdoors during the warmer months, it’s inevitable that you will run into pesky plants or annoying insects, especially in Pennsylvania. To avoid succumbing to these seasonal woes, it is important to know what condition you are dealing with, how to avoid these pests, and ways to treat your unpleasant reaction
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The Bookworm Sez: “Nazi Wives: The Women at the Top of Hitler’s Germany” by James Wyllie0
Stand by your man. That’s what the old song says you’re supposed to do: stand by him, support him, tell him when he’s right and when he needs to re-consider his stance. Stand by him, not as his lesser but as an equal in a life-plan that benefits you both but, as in the new
READ MORERising Stockies0
- Sports
- April 28, 2021
When you spend as much time on the water as I do. You will always catch a few. And while some days are certainly better than others. You occasionally have that once in a lifetime experience. But these little episodes are extremely rare. I can count them with my fingers. This past Sunday I was
READ MOREHow Communities Can Recognize Nurses0
- Health
- April 28, 2021
The vital role nurses play in health care settings across the globe was perhaps never more apparent than in recent months. When COVID-19 was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization in March 2020, nurses were on the front lines in the battle against the virus and have remained there ever since. In recognition
READ MOREICU & COVID Unit Nurses at UPMC Awarded Annual Dr. Alexander Nesbitt Commitment to Caring Award0
- Health
- April 28, 2021
The 8th annual Dr. Alexander Nesbitt Commitment to Caring Award was presented to the dedicated and hard-working nurses of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and COVID units at UPMC Susquehanna during a virtual Healthcare Decisions Day event on hospice and end-of-life care. Accepting the award on behalf of each department’s devoted staff were nurse leaders
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Rare Voodoo Lily on Display at the Taber Museum0
- Local News, Museums
- March 24, 2021
With its usual display of model trains, Native American artifacts, and materials relating to the logging boom of the 19th century, the Taber Museum is offering a unique display for the connoisseur of smell — the Voodoo Lily. Many of our members and the community at large may remember the sensation caused when we placed
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