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  • The Lovely American Legion Post 1 Cemetery Plot at Wildwood Cemetery0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    As many of us pay our respects this Memorial Day weekend, it is interesting to note one burial plot in particular, which honors some of our war dead. On the peaceful incline of the eastern part of Wildwood Cemetery is the lovely and picturesque plot of graves owned by the Garrett Cochran American Legion Post

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  • County Hall Corner: The Butterfly Hurricane0

    Larry Stout

    Consider these three recent events; a ship trapped in the Suez Canal, a virus outbreak in a city in south-eastern China, and a small group of Reddit website users investing in a video game retailer. The first paralyzed world shipping, the second caused a global epidemic, and the third caused a massive stock market upheaval.

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  • Clinton County Speedway Opens Its 33rd Season Of Exciting Racing0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    For 33 years the Clinton County Speedway has provided the thrills and spills of the racing experience to race lovers here in northcentral Pennsylvania. Their 33rd season got off to a good start on Friday, April 23 and promises many more moments of excitement throughout the racing season that extends into October.  The speedway is

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  • Penn College Competes for National Title0

    Scott Lowery

    At week’s end hundreds of graduating Penn College students will walk across the stage at the Community Arts Center and receive their well-earned diploma catapulting them into the awaiting business world. At the same time classmates and members of the Wildcats North Eastern Athletic Conference (NEAC) championship golf team will be competing for NCAA Division

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  • Brood X Ready to Make its Presence Known

    Brood X Ready to Make its Presence Known0

    Family Features

    Just when people thought it may be safe to take a collective breath after the roller coaster year that was 2020, something big is on the way — and they’re planning on arriving in the billions. Brood X, also known as the Great Eastern Brood, will be emerging from the soil after many years developing

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  • The Roving Sportsman: It’s Ramp Gathering Time0

    Jon Pries

    Among birdwatchers, the robin seems to top the list as the “harbinger of spring,” while for those folks who enjoy harvesting wild edible plants, it is the ramp that best signals that spring is upon us. So, what is a ramp and just what is all the hubbub about ramps, anyway? The scientific name is

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  • Resurrection Life!: Anxious0

    Tim Hartzell

    John 20:19-20, “On the evening of that first day of the week (Easter morning), when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After he said this, he showed them his hands and side.” Evening? Have you

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  • Unsung Heroes0

    Jamie Spencer

    The local sports scene is still buzzing — major props to Coach CI and the Lancers. I can’t begin to tell you how excited I was. No. I wasn’t there in person, but I followed the game via Twitter. 2021 AAA State Champions. Incredible. It takes an entire VILLAGE to pull this off. Everyone played

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  • It’s a Great Day to Be Alive

    It’s a Great Day to Be Alive1

    Jim Webb

    Happy Easter; may you and your family enjoy a special day of togetherness. As the warmth of Spring renews life and raises the human spirit, so does the celebration of Easter. God’s greatest gift of his only Son and the message He brought to the human realm that ended with Jesus’ death on the cross

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  • Happy Easter!

    Happy Easter!0

    Steph Nordstrom

    Hey y’all! I’m so excited for Easter this weekend! I have always loved putting together Easter baskets and can’t wait to put together some Easter surprises this year! But before I get too far into my Easter fun, let’s get to the good stuff! We have the winners in our First Annual Webb Weekly Easter

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  • Hallelujah! Christ Arose!

    Hallelujah! Christ Arose!0

    Andrea McElroy

    Up from the Grave he arose With a mighty Triumph o’er his foes He arose a Victor from his dark domain And he Lives forever with his saints to reign He arose! He arose! Hallelujah! Christ arose! *Song by Daniel Thornton* Happy Easter everyone! First and foremost, a shout out to the myth, the man,

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  • A Week Like No Other0

    Tim Hartzell

    This week, the week before Easter, is a week like no other. In the last week of Jesus’ life, He goes from being hailed as the conquering hero to being executed as a delusional and self-promoting king and insurrectionist. How could His fortunes have changed so drastically in just one week? Our answer begins in

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  • Passover is a Celebration of Freedom

    Passover is a Celebration of Freedom0

    Family Features

    Passover is a Jewish celebration that begins this year at sundown on March 27 and ends on April 4. Passover typically occurs around the same time as Christian Easter. In 2021, the holidays overlap and share April 4 as the culmination of prayer for Jews and Christians. According to the religious resource My Jewish Learning,

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  • Make Your Own Chocolate Easter bunnies

    Make Your Own Chocolate Easter bunnies0

    Family Features

    The Easter bunny is a tradition that has been passed down for centuries. Symbolizing fertility and wealth, the Easter bunny became a holiday standard in Germany during the 16th century. The custom of chocolate eggs came along centuries after the Easter bunny, originating in the 19th century in France and Germany. As Easter celebrations evolved,

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  • Easter Egg Hunt Continues…0

    Steph Nordstrom

    Once again, boys and girls, you’re about to behold a sight so fuzzy, so adorable, so utterly cute, that I urge you who are easily tickled or prone to the giggles to look the other way…but if you are still here, step right up, everyone has a chance to win a prize! We are officially

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  • Grit: March 25, 1956 – Billies Reach Finals With 77-74 Victory1

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The Williamsport Billies riding along with Big Jack Molinas, the league’s most valuable player and an all-star selection, won the semi-final series in the President’s Cup play-offs of the Eastern Professional Basketball League, by downing the Sunbury Mercuries, Saturday night, 77-74. The Billies, league champions for the season, entered the finals which are expected to

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  • Spring Trends 20210

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    One of the things I love about spring is switching out my cold-weather gear for warmer-weather apparel and taking stock of the upcoming season’s trends. This spring, like last spring, will be a bit different, and yes, it may seem frivolous to think about fashion or shopping, but most would agree that a bit of

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  • Finding Faith Over Fear0

    Jim Webb

    There is a wonderful lady in Montoursville, Mrs. Dora Pioli. She is 86 years young and always lets me know when it’s time to take a break from the political goings-on of our Nation. She encourages me to use the power of the pen for positivity. This to provide hope and understanding of what’s most

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  • We’re Going on an Easter Egg Hunt!0

    Steph Nordstrom

    Boys and girls, you’re about to behold a sight so fuzzy, so adorable, so utterly cute, that I urge you who are easily tickled or prone to the giggles to look the other way…but if you are still here, step right up, everyone has a chance to win a prize! We needed to mix things

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  • Williamsport Sun: March 18, 1912 – St. Patrick’s Day Observed0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Good St. Patrick brought the finest day of the whole of 1912 in his train when he displayed the day March 17 on the calendar yesterday, which was almost mild enough in the afternoon to call out snakes, in these parts at least. Certainly, the spring air brought out quantities of green, some of which

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  • Bluebird Nest Boxes Help Connect With Wildlife0

    Family Features

    It’s soon time to say goodbye to winter and hello to spring! Spring might not be “just around the corner,” but bluebirds will be scouting out nesting sites before you know it, and the Pennsylvania Game Commission can help bring them and other songbirds to your backyard. Bluebird nesting boxes built by staff at the

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  • Mardi Gras and Lent0

    Steph Nordstrom

    I guess we can chalk up yet another thing that the global pandemic has ruined. #ThanksCOVID. Mardi Gras in New Orleans typically means dancing in the streets, standing shoulder to shoulder with strangers, and watching one parade after another roll by while slowly becoming a human bead tree. But Mardi Gras 2021 will be different.

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  • Crosscutters Unveil Schedule for Inaugural MLB Draft League Season

    Crosscutters Unveil Schedule for Inaugural MLB Draft League Season0

    Williamsport Crosscutters

    The Williamsport Crosscutters in conjunction with Major League Baseball have announced the 2021 schedule for the all-new MLB Draft League. The league will be the first in the country focused on top prospects eligible to be drafted during the season while giving them the unique opportunity to showcase their abilities and gain exposure to MLB

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  • Legendary Former Temple Basketball Coach John Chaney Had Williamsport Connection1

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Two weeks ago, the basketball community mourned the loss of legendary former basketball coach John Chaney, at the age of 89. In 2001 he was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame. But did you know that Chaney had a Williamsport connection? During their last two seasons of existence, that connection was his play for

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  • RHDV2?0

    Ken Hunter

    These days seeing four capital letters followed by a number is a bit disturbing — oh no, a disease or pandemic or some new variation of an existing disease. I’m sure we’ve all had our share of disease and pandemic news. I hesitate to even bring up RHDV2, but thankfully, this disease does not pose

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  • A Fairy Tale Super Bowl0

    Scott Lowery

    Once-upon-a-time in the New England kingdom of Foxboro, a cantankerous, curmudgeon baron ruled over his subjects with a firm hand. While his immediate flocks were often less than thrilled with his operational tactics, the surrounding populous showered him with adulation as the results of his efforts brought the community heaps of praise as they basked

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  • Changes to the Coming Trout Season0

    Ken Hunter

    During its quarterly business meeting on January 25, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission announced several important changes to the upcoming 2021 trout season. These changes involve opening day dates as well as changes to trout stocking operations. By the way, if you already purchased your 2021 license and got the Pennsylvania Fishing Summary/Boating Handbook,

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  • Changes to the Coming Trout Season0

    Ken Hunter

    During its quarterly business meeting on January 25, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission announced several important changes to the upcoming 2021 trout season. These changes involve opening day dates as well as changes to trout stocking operations. By the way, if you already purchased your 2021 license and got the Pennsylvania Fishing Summary/Boating Handbook,

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  • Winter Fun for Everyone0

    Steph Nordstrom

    It’s that time of year, y’all — the dark and dreary days of winter. And as if January isn’t generally depressing enough on its own, we are still struggling with the COVID pandemic. It’s a formidable combination. Oddly enough, this is generally the time of year that I write an article telling you that winter

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  • Wintertime Wildlife Activity0

    Family Features

    Every year, throughout the fall months, Mother Nature takes care of all of her creatures as they prepare to weather through the upcoming winter months. It is pretty amazing the way some of these birds, animals and insects prepare for and adjust their daily routines in order to make it through the freezing temperatures that

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  • Grit: January 8, 1950 – Little League Becomes Corporate Body0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The Little League for Boys, a baseball organization that has been growing rapidly and spreading to various sections of the country, has become a corporate body with Founder, Carl E. Stotz of Williamsport as its president, it was announced this week. National headquarters of the organization will be at Williamsport where an executive office and

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  • Major League Baseball Tries to Right A Historical Wrong By Recognizing the Negro Leagues As Major Leagues0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Major League Baseball took a welcome and long overdue action two weeks after recognizing the Negro Leagues (1920-1948) and confer on them Major League status. This was a step to right a historical wrong that denied some of the best baseball players in history the opportunity to showcase their awesome talents only because they had

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  • Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Christmas Fun Coloring Contest – Winners Announced!

    Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Christmas Fun Coloring Contest – Winners Announced!0

    Webb Weekly

    The following are the Winners of the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Christmas Fun Coloring Contest! Congratulations to all of our winners and many thanks to all of our entrants! We had almost 400 entries this year! You kiddos wore our elves out with judging!! We’d also like to thank all of the people who offered

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