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  • Local Man Advocates for People with Disabilities0

    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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  • UPMC Expert: Restore Your Pelvic Floor0

    Are you nervous to sneeze or laugh too hard? Have you stopped running, jumping, or other certain physical movements because you fear leaking? You are not alone. Urinary incontinence affects about 50% of adult women and up to 10% of adult men, with percentages increasing with age. Other symptoms of pelvic floor disorders including bladder

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  • Narcotics, Murders, Asylums & Salt: More Weird Word Origins0

    Last week’s “Weird Words” tried to show that the unlikely field of etymology (word origins) is a lot more interesting than it sounds. I mentioned, for example, that “goodbye” is a contraction of “God be with you,” and that “galaxy” has the Greek base “lact,” meaning milk — indicating the cloudy appearance of those starry

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  • Prime Time ‘Neon’ Deion Sanders and Me0

    One of the sensations of the current college football season has been the performance of the Colorado Buffalos team, which has had several poor seasons lately. This year, they have jumped out to a 3-0 start. Their head coach is the flamboyant Deion Sanders, who may have been one of the best and most versatile

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  • Pennsylvania Fall Hunting Opportunities0

    The ever-shortening days and the cooler temperatures are clear indicators that we have finally entered the fall season. With that come the various hunting opportunities within our state. Sure, many hunters daydream about hearing a bull elk bugle across a mountain meadow in the Rocky Mountains or pursuing big game in the great state of

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  • An Honor Bestowed0

    As stadium monikers go Lycoming College’s Robert L. Shangraw Athletic Complex, Person Field, Coach Frank Girardi Stadium is quite a mouthful. But the latest name to be honored at its Union Avenue address was added before the beloved coach’s family, friends, and a few hundred of his former players during pre-game ceremonies at the Warriors’

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  • Pennsylvania Gas and Electric Company Donates $1,000 To Upper Fairfield Township Emergency Management Agency Toward Purchase of Life Saving Equipment

    Pennsylvania Gas and Electric Company Donates $1,000 To Upper Fairfield Township Emergency Management Agency Toward Purchase of Life Saving Equipment0

    The cost of life-saving and safety equipment by local government entities can often be burdensome for them, so when public-spirited companies opt to donate money toward the costs of these items, it proves to be a welcome thing. That was the case when Pennsylvania Gas and Electric Company recently donated $1,000 toward the costs of

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  • The Benefits of Energy-Efficient Homes

    The Benefits of Energy-Efficient Homes0

    Consumer efforts to be more eco-conscious are more and more noticeable. For proof of that, one need look no further than the increase in vehicle charging stations. Such stations are more accessible than ever and illustrate that consumer preference is increasingly leaning toward products that leave as small a carbon footprint as possible. Another indicator

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  • Steps to Take Before Applying for a Mortgage

    Steps to Take Before Applying for a Mortgage0

    A home is the single biggest purchase most people will ever make. That’s perhaps become even more true in recent years, when the cost of homes has increased dramatically. The sticker price of a home may come as a shock to first-time buyers, but few homeowners purchase their homes in cash. Mortgages are a vital

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  • Five Ways to Trim Home Energy Bills

    Five Ways to Trim Home Energy Bills0

    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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  • Steps to Take Before Applying for a Mortgage0

    A home is the single biggest purchase most people will ever make. That’s perhaps become even more true in recent years, when the cost of homes has increased dramatically. The sticker price of a home may come as a shock to first-time buyers, but few homeowners purchase their homes in cash. Mortgages are a vital

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  • Four Selected to Receive 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards0

    The Williamsport Area School District Education Foundation (WASDEF) has named four Williamsport Area High School alumni who will receive its 2023 Distinguished Alumni awards. The following individuals have been notified of their selection and have been invited to accept their award at WASDEF’s first Cherry & White Appreciation Night on Sept. 21 at the Trachte

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

    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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  • Horoscopes0

    ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 21 Aries, you may want to move your relationship in a different direction, but your partner is resistant. This could be a conflict, or something that opens up a dialogue. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, you might feel like doing all you can to make a problem go away, and

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  • 5 Fun Facts About the Month of September0

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    • August 30, 2023

    September marks a return to the norm for millions of households. School is back in session, summer vacation season has ended and fall begins. Routines take shape and life once again becomes more structured in September. As that transition takes place, individuals can consider these fun facts about the month of September. 1. Though Latin

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  • ‘Showing Up Together’: WASD Resurrects Campaign to Promote School Attendance0

    Williamsport Area School District is resurrecting its “Be Present” campaign to raise awareness against and help mitigate chronic absenteeism. And the timing is just right. September is national Attendance Awareness Month, and the district has worked through the summer months to reorganize and reenergize its pre-pandemic “Be Present” campaign messaging under the new 2023-2024 slogan,

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  • Horoscopes0

    ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 It is time to recharge your batteries this week, Aries. It may be challenging to slow down, but that is just what you need to do or you are going to run out of steam on your next project. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Early on this week you may

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  • Shower Cocktailing0

    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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  • LLB 20 – Big Ten 180

    Should a fictitious game have been played between the above two-mentioned organizations, the sports page lead might have read: ‘After jumping to what seemed like an insurmountable lead, LLB held on for dear life as the Big Ten rallied from behind with a far-reaching attack that ultimately fell just short of tying the game in

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  • County Hall Corner: Don’t Read This!0

    Aha! You are disobeying the directive to not read this article. That means you are a person who is inquisitive, a person who is seeking truth no matter where you might find it, a person who wants to make up your own mind. You are the type of person that our founding fathers recognized was

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  • UPMC Lactation Consultant: Tips for Breastfeeding Moms0

    August is National Breastfeeding Month — a time to celebrate and support breastfeeding mothers. Every family may have their own unique experience with breastfeeding, or some may choose to express and bottle feed breastmilk. While it’s natural and easy for some, it may be more challenging for others. Below are a few common challenges that

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  • The World of Weird Words0

    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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  • “Barbie”: Worse Than Weird0

    I was prepared to find “Barbie” somewhat silly, perhaps even weird or surreal. But I did not expect it to be so politically ambitious, so morally bankrupt — or so utterly infuriating. While the summer’s surprise smash-hit has a couple of worthy features, it is little more than a feminist rant: shrill, shallow, preachy, propagandistic

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  • Who Do You Say That I Am?0

    Jesus asked Peter, “Who do you say that I am?” It is the primal question of life and eternity. Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” See Matthew 16:13-20. Peter’s answer didn’t just come out of the blue. It was the result of witnessing astounding miracles, experiencing authoritative teaching, and

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  • Six Secrets for Your Best Complexion0

    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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  • UPMC Eye Doctor: Shield Your Eyes This Summer0

    How many times have you been told to not look directly at the sun? While this age-old advice should be common sense, the following eye information and protection tips may be new and helpful to you in time for summer. Common Eye Problems Caused by Warmer Weather One of the most common eye problems during

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  • BPS Model for Treating Chronic Pain0

    I recently came across an article about treating chronic pain and the complexities associated with it. Pain has been a topic of interest to me ever since I sustained an injury that ultimately led to a total hip replacement at the age of 46. Chronic pain can be defined as any pain that has lasted

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  • The Roving Sportsman… The Future of Hunting in Pennsylvania0

    For several years now, Pennsylvania hunters have been able to mentor youths while hunting for several species of game birds and animals. Pennsylvania was the first state to adopt a Mentored Youth Hunting Program, and the program has enjoyed a growing success as adults take young hunters under their wing and spend valuable time outdoors

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  • Managing Inflammation Using Biomarkers0

    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

    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 World of Weird Words0

    As your friendly neighborhood lexicographer approaches another collection of weird words for Webb, Abraham Verghese’s novel “The Covenant of Water” stands at #5 on the New York Times bestseller list. Sales have been aided by the sterling success of Verghese’s earlier “Cutting for Stone,” which spent more than two years on the NYT roster —

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  • County Hall Corner: Straight Talk About the Russia/Ukraine War0

    The recent almost-but-not-quite coup that popped up in Russia brings this conflict back on the public screen in America, but we should be more focused on it for other reasons. Our country is deep in the Ukrainian conflict, and yet what we really know about what is happening is quite sketchy. Our country has poured

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  • Bellomo Wins New Balance Nationals

    Bellomo Wins New Balance Nationals0

    So, just to recap, my son Peter won the PIAA State Championship for Javelin in the AAA division back in May. Generally, track athletes peak at states, making it the highlight of their competitive year, if not their entire career. Occasionally, at the higher levels, athletes will choose to go on to compete at large

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