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  • The World of Weird Words at 200

    Joseph W. Smith III

    This week, Webb’s World of Weird Words marks its 20th installment. In honor of that auspicious occasion, I’ve chosen 20 unusual terms from page 20 of my long-running oddball vocabulary list. (Pronunciation only where necessary.) Besprent (adj., bee-SPRENT) – Old-fashioned word meaning sprinkled or strewn. Brume (noun) Mist or fog. Related to brief, it comes

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  • UPMC Expert: The Role of Genetics in Breast Cancer Risk0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    Genetic testing to discover ancestry is common practice and sometimes discovering your family history can reveal unexpected connections, new storylines, and a world of new relatives. But, there’s another benefit for some specific types of genetic testing. The genes you inherit can help doctors determine your cancer risk, including your risk for breast and ovarian

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  • Gazette and Bulletin: October 23, 1936 – Hobo King Stops Here on Way for Gary, Ind., for Date with Girlfriend0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
    • October 25, 2023

    The “hobo king” of North America arrived in Williamsport last evening on fast freight and decided to pay friends an overnight visit. He is on his way to Gary, Indiana, where he said he has a “date” with his girlfriend. The recognized leader of the continent’s “knights of the road,” J. Leon Lazarowitz, is president

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  • Fall Mushroom Hunting0

    Ken Hunter

    I know we are all caught up in deer hunting and fall turkey hunting, but fall is also a great time for gathering wild mushrooms. No, it’s not as exciting as nailing a big buck or calling in a nice gobbler, but collecting and preparing the right wild mushrooms can be very gratifying come mealtime.

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  • Halloween Crafts for Kids

    Halloween Crafts for Kids0

    Steph Nordstrom

    I know, I know, it’s not quite Halloween yet, but that doesn’t mean that spooky season isn’t in full swing. With that in mind, I have a couple of crafts for the little to help kill time until Trick-or-Treating! This is also the 2nd week of our Guessing Ghosts contest, so be sure to keep

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  • Allergy Skincare0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    Just like the way wardrobes cycle through seasons, so do allergies. The worst months for allergy sufferers are typically March through July with pollen, but the fall also has allergy challenges with ragweed and mold. Along with the standard symptoms of sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, and cough, allergies can also dramatically impact your skin.

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  • Halloween Nostalgia0

    Andrea McElroy

    When we lived on Roosevelt Ave., my brother and I each had front windows to our sweet little ranch house. My dad had got us each a pumpkin that was flat-faced and hung in the window with a suction cup. The pumpkins smiled big from our bedroom windows as strangers drove by for a Halloween

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  • County Hall Corner: As the World Turns…0

    Larry Stout

    My plan for this column was that throughout October, there would be only columns dealing with Lycoming County candidates in the November election. I purposely planned it that way so that voters would be informed about the candidates on the ballot. But, I want to make an interruption in this plan because the state of

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  • More Frightening than a Ghost Story0

    Jim Webb

    I think editor Steph made a great choice for our annual Halloween contest. This year, the kids will be Guessing Ghosts. She has all the details and information on the next page. My favorite part of the kids showing off their counting skills is when the winners come in to pick up the prizes. I

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  • Transplanting Agatha Christie: Branagh’s “Haunting in Venice”0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    For most filmgoers, the name Michael Green probably doesn’t ring a bell — but I’ve had my eye on him since 2049. Um — Blade Runner 2049, to be precise. Green penned the ingenious screenplay for that 2017 title, creating a sequel almost as good as its groundbreaking predecessor. That same year, he also wielded

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Chronic Wasting Disease Updates0

    Jon Pries

    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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  • Meeting By Chance

    Meeting By Chance0

    Scott Lowery

    From our 45-yard line seats six rows from the top of massive AT&T Stadium, we were among the 80,000 Cowboy faithful reveling in the proceedings below. “America’s Team” was in the process of grounding the invading New York Jets in the team’s home opener in an impressive Micah Parsons-led dominant performance. While white Cowboy rally

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  • Health is Like a Bank Account0

    Dave Bellomo

    Many years ago, I read a popular book called The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey. The book was about ethically producing results, and while I was not crazy about the book as a whole, I haven’t forgotten the simile Covey used, likening trust to a bank account. More recently, I

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  • UPMC Electrophysiologist: When is an Irregular Heartbeat a Concern?0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    Our hearts are amazing organs, and we can often take them for granted. They steadily pump away, rhythmically beating life into our bodies. But what happens when your heartbeat becomes irregular, erratic, or even skips a beat? These incidents are called heart palpitations, and for most people, heart palpitations are a once-in-a-blue-moon occurrence. However, some

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  • Tips for Encouraging Exploration and Learning in the Kitchen

    Tips for Encouraging Exploration and Learning in the Kitchen0

    Family Features

    Planning, preparing, serving and cleaning up after mealtimes are skills that can be beneficial to everyone. Yet when it comes to meal prep, many families find it easier to tell children to go play rather than bringing them into the kitchen to help create meals. “One of the best ways to encourage children to try

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  • Burnout0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    With the official first day of autumn just ahead and school in full gear, you may be asking yourself, “Where did summer go”? It feels like summer months become more fleeting each year, and September is a blip before the busy time of Halloween, Thanksgiving, and year’s end. The sports, schedules, activities, and work commitments

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  • UPMC Pediatrician: Keeping Up with Immunizations0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    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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  • Kooth Addresses Mental Health Virtually0

    Dave Bellomo

    *This article is for entertainment and educational purposes only. The information provided is NOT a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Anyone who has raised teenagers or has even been a teen knows that they can experience a very wide range of emotions within a very short span of time. One minute, they are

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  • How Homeowners Can Turn Attics into Livable Spaces

    How Homeowners Can Turn Attics into Livable Spaces0

    Family Features

    Houses typically feature various areas that are traditionally designed for storage, such as garages, basements, and attics. However, with some renovation, these spaces can be transformed into livable areas. Homeowners who would like to convert attics into livable spaces need to take certain things into consideration before starting an improvement project. While the attic may

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  • Three Great Reasons to Replace Aging Windows

    Three Great Reasons to Replace Aging Windows0

    Family Features

    Windows in a home are easy to take for granted. Unless windows are showing signs of wear and tear or so dirty that it’s hard to see through them, it’s easy for them to go unnoticed. However, replacement windows can add value to a home and even save homeowners a substantial amount of money. Much

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  • Five Ways to Trim Home Energy Bills

    Five Ways to Trim Home Energy Bills0

    Family Features

    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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  • UPMC Expert: Preparing to Care for a Person With Alzheimer’s Disease0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    As of 2023, as many as 6.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease according to the CDC. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia and involves parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. It’s progressive, meaning that symptoms will start off mildly and then gradually become more severe. Once

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  • LIVE UNITED Fundraiser at CAC September 7 Benefits Lycoming County United Way0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    There will be quite a collection of local and former local musical talent performing at the Community Arts Center on Thursday, September 7. They will be on hand to perform at the Third Annual “Live United” concert, which will raise money for the Lycoming County United Way. This concert will feature some of the brightest

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  • What to Know About AFib

    What to Know About AFib0

    Family Features

    The heart has been characterized as the engine that makes the human body run. If that metaphor is not exactly spot-on, it still serves as a good indicator as to just how vital a healthy heart is to the human body. Despite the importance of a healthy heart, diseases that affect the heart remain the

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  • Kickoff Cravings: Win your tailgate with MVP-level appetizers0

    Webb Weekly

    Before the end zone dances and sideline celebrations, settling in for a winning game day experience starts with delicious foods. Whether your football parties take place at home, in the backyard or right outside the stadium, kicking it off with savory appetizers can get the crowd on its feet. Keep your game plan simple this

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  • Gilson Summer Snow Day 2023 Huge Success0

    Dave Bellomo

    Gilson Snow, a Winfield, PA-based company that designs and builds snowboards and skis, recently hosted their 2023 Summer Snow Day, and once again, it was awesome! The event is held annually at the facility grounds in New Berlin, but had to overcome significant adversity this year to pull the event together. In November of 2022,

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Fall Food Plots0

    Jon Pries

    Where has the time gone? Summer seems to have slipped away as August is ending, and on September 23, fall officially begins! Several weeks ago, I did plant a fall blend of seeds to create several food plots for deer. The mix included wheat, rye, oats, winter peas, crimson clover, radish, collard, turnip, beets, and

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  • Shower Cocktailing0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    Before you even ask, no! I’m not talking about having a drink in the shower, even though I’ve been known to enjoy a shower beer after a day at the beach. For this article, shower cocktailing refers to the trend that incorporates multiple body products/steps in one bathing session. The idea being to amp up

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  • UPMC Pediatrician: Get Back to School Healthy0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    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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  • Fuel for Full Days of Learning0

    Webb Weekly
    • August 23, 2023

    Between morning routines, days spent in the classroom, extracurriculars and homework, it may seem like there’s never enough time in the day during the school year. However, making time for tasty meals and snacks doesn’t have to be another burden on jam-packed schedules. These quick recipes for a flavorful twist on a breakfast favorite, easy-to-make

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  • Bitburg Returns0

    Scott Lowery

    The members of the 1973 Bitburg, Germany Little League team were not yet born when Dean Martin’s 1956 hit song “Memories Are Made of This” spent six weeks atop the pop charts. But fifty years after their appearance in the Little League World Series, the title of that song will serve as the central theme

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  • LH Jams Festival 20230

    Dave Bellomo

    It’s that time again, the LH Jams Festival is back in Lock Haven! “We are busy pulling together a great schedule of vendors, artists, and musicians for the 8th annual LH JAMS summer festival!” said Steve Getz, LH JAMS Director and CCAC Board President. “Last year’s festival set attendance records along with our expanded schedule

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  • PNC Real Estate0

    Scott Lowery

    In the real estate world, other than ‘sale is final,’ ‘location, location, location’ seems to be the magic words. Where, as opposed to what is often the sought-after trump card. In the baseball world, the long-suffering fans of the Pittsburgh Pirates are a prime example of the location conundrum. Its physical property, PNC Park at

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