Hunter Corbin, a South Williamsport Area High School senior, recently completed a community service project through his political science class through which he raised funds to purchase and fill eight totes with comfort items for patients receiving cancer treatment at UPMC Susquehanna. Pictured from left: Laurie King, social worker at UPMC Susquehanna Cancer Center, Tricia
READ MOREThere are probably hundreds of stray cats and other animals that wander the area seeking food, shelter, and love. Some of the shelters that these animals may end up in, perhaps after a fixed period of time may be euthanized, the Meow House at 214 Deckman Hollow in the Cogan Station area is not one
READ MOREDon’t get me wrong folks. I enjoy spending a few hours in a local gym every weekend, but this has been a very hectic winter. Jensen and his extracurriculars certainly keep us busy. From baseball practices to basketball games. “Call of Duty” competitions and neighborhood Nerf Gun wars. We are always on the go, and
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin February 13, 1941 Thousands Pay Honor to Two Soldier Units Complied by Lou Hunsinger Jr. Williamsport staged a gala party for its two National Guard units, Company K and Battery D Wednesday evening at Elks’ Auditorium before 2,000 persons who converged in the auditorium after watching the guardsmen and numerous musical organizations
READ MORETierney Pfirman has lived a small town girl’s ultimate dream. Local fans packed the gyms to see the record-setting, all-state high school star play and closely followed her career at the University of Maryland that included a trip to the NCAA Final Four. In my travels, I often am asked questions regarding Tierney and what
READ MORECongratulations to those fans of the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles who are awaiting with eager anticipation the ultimate NFL confrontation this Sunday in Super Bowl 52. Even those without a rooting interest in the two teams, and in many cases folks who don’t watch much NFL football at all, will take the time
READ MOREOrganization of high school and technical institute students on a volunteer basis to meet war-time needs is being considered by the Williamsport School Board and may become an actuality when a vote is taken at a special meeting to be scheduled soon, R.C. Peterman, secretary said last night. Plans have been presented for the creation
READ MOREOrganization of high school and technical institute students on a volunteer basis to meet war-time needs is being considered by the Williamsport School Board and may become an actuality when a vote is taken at a special meeting to be scheduled soon, R.C. Peterman, secretary said last night. Plans have been presented for the creation
READ MOREThe annual Veterans Day Parade has been a fixture for many years on the local scene — going back to when the day was known as “Armistice Day”. This venerable tradition continues this Saturday, November 11, when the parade steps off in South Williamsport at 2 p.m. The parade will honor and recognize those who
READ MOREGame Seven — the ultimate competition in Major League Baseball treated us again on the first day of November for the 39th time in baseball history. On the dawning of the day of the showdown in Los Angeles between the Dodgers and Astros, I came extremely close to asking Webb Weekly editor Steph Nordstrom for
READ MOREGood golly, Miss Molly. Time certainly flies when you’re having a ball. I can’t believe it’s already November. Fall is most definitely in the air, and the locals are amidst a transition on many fronts. High school football playoffs are here, and the basketball junkies are gearing up for another season soon. I am looking
READ MOREWhat an amazing time of year if you’re a sports fan. There is something going on for everyone — provided you are interested in athletic competition. On the professional sports scene all four major sports can be found in season, sometimes all competing on the same day. Major League Baseball is wrapping up their Fall
READ MORELycoming County has always been a hotbed of sports, producing many great and proficient athletes. As a way to celebrate that sports heritage, the West Branch Valley Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame was organized with its first class of inductees in 1974. The West Branch Chapter has been one of the more
READ MORELast week I mentioned that youth sports are in the midst of a major crisis. I’ve actually been doing lots of research on this topic too. Scary thought I know. I waited until I turned 40 to do my homework. So, I recently found some figures to support my claim. According to the findings of
READ MOREWow! What a week that was. Just when I give President Trump a little credit for becoming a little more politically savvy and working in a more bipartisanship way, bam! off he goes again with that cell phone and quick temper response. This must stop. Whether it’s Steph Curry visiting the White House, or the
READ MOREFriday will bring the inauguration of our Nation’s 45th President, Mr. Donald John Trump. I pray we all can come together as one and move forward as One Nation Under God. If you’re like me, you’re tired of seeing the division brought to us by the network of your choice. The Republicans and Democrats need
READ MOREIf you love the upset and rooting for the underdog what an incredible three week stretch. It began with our own Penn State Nittany Lions and ended with the most unbelievable election night in American history. In between was a World Series that was already an odds breaker. Anytime you can say Cleveland Indians versus
READ MOREA couple weeks ago in my “Not My Father’s Republican Party” (March 9th) article, I praised Congressman Tom Marino’s efforts and fighting for the American people. I rehashed how he stood up to Nancy Pelosi and the liberal demagoguery while other Republicans bury their heads in the sand. I put into ink how he would
READ MORENo, I’m not talking about Super Bowl 50 held earlier this month. The Broncos – Panthers was an average game at best. It proved a great defense wins championships, a great offense with a loudmouth quarterback get what they deserve. Who would have thought Peyton Manning, a five time MVP, would end his career as
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