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The Five Failures of Us: The Problem of Syncretism 0
Tim Hartzell
- Faith
- November 8, 2023
Note: This is the fourth article in a series called Overcoming the Five Failures of Us. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. Jesus reveals the second failure of us in Revelation 2:14-16 Nevertheless, I have a few things against you: There are some among you who hold to the teaching of Balaam, who taught
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Library Offers New Family History Research Database 0
Press Release
- Education, Family
- November 8, 2023
The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., through the state’s POWER Library portal is now offering the MyHeritage Library Edition. This multilingual family history research database includes billions of historical documents from 48 countries, millions of historical photos, public records, indexes, and additional resources that span the past five centuries. Content Includes: –
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The Bookworm Sez: “Lay Them to Rest: On the Road with the Cold Case Investigators Who Identify the Nameless” by Laurah Norton 0
Terri Schlichenmeyer
- Books, Reviews
- November 1, 2023
And who are you? Even when nobody asks, you sometimes just go ahead and introduce yourself around because people like to put a name to a face and know who they’re talking with. Who are you, what’s your name, what do you do for a living? It’s information that, as in the new book “Lay
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The Bookworm Sez: “Lay Them to Rest: On the Road with the Cold Case Investigators Who Identify the Nameless” by Laurah Norton 0
Terri Schlichenmeyer
- Books, Reviews
- October 25, 2023
And who are you? Even when nobody asks, you sometimes just go ahead and introduce yourself around because people like to put a name to a face and know who they’re talking with. Who are you, what’s your name, what do you do for a living? It’s information that, as in the new book “Lay
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The Roving Sportsman… Proper Care of Venison 0
Jon Pries
- Outdoors
- October 18, 2023
How often have you heard someone say that they just don’t like the taste of venison or that they have tried it once but just didn’t care for it? No doubt it was not cooked properly, or worse yet, was not handled properly from the beginning. Over the years, I am pleased to say that
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What Certain Noises May Indicate About Your Car 0
Family Features
- Car Care
- October 11, 2023
Automobiles have come a long way since their introduction more than 100 years ago. Though modern cars and trucks still employ some of the same principles as their forebears, the vehicles people drive today bear little resemblance to those that made waves in the early part of the twentieth century. Modern automobiles are technological marvels,
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Local Man Advocates for People with Disabilities 0
Dave Bellomo
- Stories
- October 11, 2023
On September 21st, Christ Westbrook, from Williamsport, testified in front of the United States Senate Special Committee on Aging on the topic of accessibility of government technology for people with disabilities, older adults, and veterans. Westbrook is an accessibility engineer for Allyant, who also happens to be blind. “I look at websites and write up
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The Roving Sportsman… Chronic Wasting Disease Updates 0
Jon Pries
- Outdoors
- October 11, 2023
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) was first noted in 1967 in research on mule deer herds in Colorado. By the late 1970s, it was recognized in captive facilities in Colorado and Wyoming in mule deer, black-tailed deer, and elk. In 1981, the disease was first identified in the wild in elk in Colorado, followed by mule
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Library to observe Banned Books Week 0
Family Features
- Books
- October 4, 2023
In turbulent times, books are tools that help people navigate the world around them. Intellectual freedom and access to information uplift people in crisis and during more peaceful times, so the James V. Brown Library invites you to champion the right to read during Banned Books Week, October 1-7. Banned Books Week is an annual
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Fight Hunger with Family Meals, Selfless ways to support community members in need 0
Family Features
- Charity
- September 27, 2023
With hectic day-to-day schedules and varying dietary needs, many families face the dreaded daily question: “What sounds good for dinner?” In contrast, millions struggle to put food on the table each night, impacting about 1 in 8 children, according to Feeding America. You can help support those in need through Safeway and Albertsons’ “Fight Hunger,
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Five Ways to Get Your Pet Ready for Fall 0
Family Features
- Pets
- September 27, 2023
Pets provide unconditional love to their companions; in return, it’s important to make sure they live happy and healthy lives by providing the best care possible. This means making sure that in addition to food, treats and toys, they receive daily care for their eyes, ears and overall health. With a desire to bring a
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State Game Lands Tours Just Up the Road 0
Press Release
- Outdoors
- September 27, 2023
Roll the windows down, enjoy the scenery and breathe in the fresh air. The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s driving tours through state game lands are just up the road. Eight tours are scheduled throughout the state in 2023, the first of which will be held Sunday, Oct. 1. The tours provide a good example of the
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Stand Location in Archery Season 0
Ken Hunter
- Outdoors
- September 27, 2023
It’s hard to believe, but another archery season is about to get underway, and as usual, I never feel prepared. In years past, I did a lot of pre-season scouting, but like many other hunters, it seems like our busy schedules have made sufficient scouting more difficult. Fortunately, however, a lot of us have a
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PennDOT, Pennsylvania State Police, Safety Partners Announce Free Car Seat Checks Ahead of National Child Passenger Safety Week 0
Press Release
- Safety
- September 20, 2023
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and Pennsylvania Traffic Injury Prevention Project (PA TIPP) are encouraging drivers to take advantage of free car seat checks across the state as the agencies mark National Child Passenger Safety Week (CPSW) from September 17 through September 23. Additionally, Saturday, September 23 has been designated
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Tradition 0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- September 13, 2023
If there were such a thing as a sports dictionary, future editions might list the definition of tradition as ‘a past observance of athletic competition carried on by players, teams and community entities with much anticipation, interest, and fervor.’ As we drove home from Gettysburg on September’s first Saturday after watching grandson Tucker play his
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UPMC Pediatrician: Keeping Up with Immunizations 0
UPMC Susquehanna
- Health
- September 13, 2023
It’s that time of year again. Everyone is getting back in the swing of things with school starting. Your child might be due for a check-up at the doctor’s office as well. This annual check-up is a great way to check in and see how your child’s health is developing. Usual topics of discussion include
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Five Ways to Trim Home Energy Bills 0
Family Features
- Home Improvement
- September 13, 2023
After the mortgage, utility costs, including electricity, likely make up one of the most significant portions of monthly budgets for the typical American household. In fact, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average residential electric bill in the United States is $143. However, reducing your family’s energy costs is possible by
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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month 0
Family Features
- Education
- September 13, 2023
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, a time when the James V. Brown Library joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a library card is the first step on the path to academic achievement and lifelong learning. Disney and Pixar’s Elemental characters Ember
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Library Expands Saturday Hours to Better Serve Community 0
Webb Weekly
- Education, Local News
- September 6, 2023
In order to better serve the community, the James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., is expanding its Saturday hours. Starting September 9, the Library will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. “To some, a few hours might seem insignificant, but to others, it can make all the difference,” said
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Eder’s Donates Funds From Ice Cream Sale 0
Press Release
- Charity
- August 30, 2023
Eder’s Ice Cream, Montoursville, recently presented the James V. Brown Library with the portion of funds from the sale of “Liberry” ice cream fundraiser that took place during the month of July. The fundraiser featured a blueberry-flavored “Liberry” ice cream. Eder’s sold a total of 135 gallons of blueberry ice cream or 3,200 scoops and
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UPMC Pediatrician: Get Back to School Healthy 0
UPMC Susquehanna
- Health
- August 23, 2023
Nancy Grauso-Eby, D.O. UPMC Primary Care August can be a hectic and stressful, yet exciting time of year for children and parents. You’re rushing around to make sure they have new school supplies, meeting new teachers, and adopting and adjusting to a new schedule. With so much “new” going on, let’s help make sure your
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WASD to Offer Season Passes for Home Athletic Events 0
Webb Weekly
- August 23, 2023
In an effort to move to a cashless system, the Williamsport Area School District athletic department is now offering season passes for purchase to individuals and families. While the season passes will be good for all home regular season events during the current school year, PIAA admission fees will remain in place for playoff games.
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Williamsport Baseball Was Once “Havana on the Susquehanna”0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Local News
- August 16, 2023
With the historic and groundbreaking appearance of a Cuban Little League team in this year’s Little League World Series it brings back memories of a time when the Williamsport professional baseball team, the Grays, could have rightfully had Williamsport proclaimed, “Havana on the Susquehanna.’ During 1944 and 1945, those Grays’ teams were made up mostly
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The World of Weird Words 0
Joseph W. Smith III
- Weird Words
- August 9, 2023
By Joseph W. Smith III Last week, I celebrated the 10th “Weird Words” column with a selection of 10-letter terms. Having thus observed my minor milestone, this week’s installment is devoted to something without which I could never do these pieces: the English dictionary. Back in pre-internet days, when folks always needed books or libraries
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Roads to Freedom Hosts Free Event to Celebrate ADA 0
Dave Bellomo
- Stories
- August 2, 2023
On Wednesday, August 2nd, Roads to Freedom Center for Independent Living invites you to CILebrate the 33rd anniversary of the signing of The Americans with Disabilities Act. Festivities will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Roads to Freedom CIL is located at 23 East 3rd St., Williamsport. Come celebrate, learn, and share. This event is
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Young of the Year 0
Ken Hunter
- Outdoors
- August 2, 2023
One of the things I’m sure we all enjoy is going down the road and spotting young wild critters, and high on that list, I’m sure, are fawn deer. I and several others I’ve talked to have had one or more occasions where we had to stop our vehicles to avoid hitting one or two
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Flavorful Grape Recipes to Take Summer Gatherings to the Next Level 0
Family Features
- Uncategorized
- July 26, 2023
Summertime celebrations with friends, family and neighbors are a perfect way to enjoy the sunshine, warm weather and camaraderie. To satisfy a hungry crowd, though, you’ll need recipes fit for the occasion. Turn to a versatile signature ingredient like Grapes from California, which can be used in dishes of all kinds from refreshing salads and
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Six Secrets for Your Best Complexion 0
Bernadette Ulsamer
- Advice, Fashion
- July 26, 2023
Beauty trends, like fashion trends, tend to be cyclic, waning in and out, then resurging every few years. For the past several years, beauty trended toward the multi-step, multi-product, maximalist approach. You may have heard of the 10-step Korean Skincare Systems or having a variety of single-use products for specific parts of the face. Well,
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The World of Weird Words 0
Joseph W. Smith III
- Weird Words
- July 19, 2023
Last week, Webb’s Weird Words paid homage to the current bestseller Covenant of Water, by Abraham Verghese. When all was said and done, I wound up adding nearly 40 new words from Verghese’s novel to the ongoing list of oddball vocab I use for these columns. Most were Indian or medical words, since the novel
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How to Keep Your Lawn Looking Green 0
Webb Weekly
- July 19, 2023
Homeowners’ fasciation with a lush, green lawn is something that has developed over time and is still “growing” strong. According to a 2019 survey conducted on behalf of the National Association of Landscape Professionals, 81 percent of all Americans had lawns and 79 percent said a lawn is an important feature when buying or renting
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Managing Inflammation Using Biomarkers 0
Dave Bellomo
- Stories
- July 19, 2023
I wrote an article a while back about how the line between science fiction and modern medicine is blurring. The article focused on genomic medicine and how healthcare could be customized based on one’s genetic makeup. The idea was that by mapping an individual’s DNA, their healthcare could be made more proactive as well as
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County Hall Corner: Why Does a Congressman Cross the Road?0
Larry Stout
- Government, Politics
- July 19, 2023
Every person who has ever lived is a unique human being. We have fingerprints that are individual to us, but it is also true that the iris of our eyes, the rim of our ears, our tongue, our toes, our teeth — all are ours and ours alone. Yet, we also have a strong inner
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The Basics of Raw Honey 0
Webb Weekly
- July 19, 2023
Honey is an unsung hero of the pantry. Honey may not feature as the main ingredient in many dishes, but it’s often utilized to add flavor. And when stricken with sore throats, many people turn to honey to help alleviate that discomfort. Despite its utility, honey does not garner much consideration from the average consumer.
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