A Mixed Bag

FORE. The Return to Bad Golf. Wheeland and Person Win.0
Jamie Spencer
- Sports
- June 22, 2022
Hats off to my friends at Williamsport Country Club. The 2022 Member-Guest was a fantastic tournament. Sweet gifts. Super fun format. And the smoked alligator on rye was off the charts. I want to thank my good chum Billy Keiser for another invite. I didn’t offer much help this weekend, but I had a splendid
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Grit: June 25, 1972 – Big Flood Leaves Great Devastation Throughout Area 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Old News
- June 22, 2022
Flood waters continue to recede along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River today, but leave in their wake a toll of destruction in Williamsport and Lycoming County, unmatched since the monstrous flood of 1936. Since cresting at an official National Weather Service level of 31.36 feet at the Market Street Bridge at 3 PM
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Grit: June 15, 1958 – Township Supplants Borough as Second Largest Subdivision, Census Indicates 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Old News
- June 15, 2022
When it comes to population, it appears that Loyalsock Township has ousted South Williamsport from second place among political subdivisions in Lycoming County. The Loyalsock school board has released the results of a recent census of all residents of the township and the total population reported is 8,331. This is a spectacular increase over the
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Lycoming County Chapter of Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Presents Education Grants to Loyalsock District Teachers 0
Webb Weekly
- School
- June 1, 2022
The Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees (PASR), Lycoming County Chapter (LCC), presents two yearly educational grants. Any professional or paraprofessional from Lycoming County public schools may apply for these grants. The applications are sent to each district yearly. On Tuesday, May 3rd, two Educational Grants were presented to Loyalsock High School Music Directors Ryan Bulgarelli,
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The Roving Sportsman… The Greatest of All Father’s Day Gift 0
Jon Pries
- Outdoors
- June 1, 2022
You can go to your local outdoor store and come up with numerous gift ideas for Dad on His Day. You can go online and find hundreds of great gift ideas to make His Day a little brighter. And, you can browse through the many catalogs you or he receives in the mail to come
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Grit: May 31, 1942 – Parade Marks Memorial Day 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Old News
- May 25, 2022
Hundreds of persons lined Williamsport’s main streets yesterday afternoon to watch one of the longest Memorial Day parades held here in years. The event staged annually on the day commemorating war dead; this year was featured with organizations engaged in the Second World War effort. Veterans, civic, fraternal, military, and civilian defense groups were featured
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Fishing Derby 0
Jamie Spencer
- Sports
- May 25, 2022
I am always looking for an outdoor adventure. This past Wednesday, I headed north for something new and exciting. It was a gorgeous morning outside of Bodines, PA. My gear was in the car, but there were no plans of fishing. I met up with a few friends along Slack’s Run Road. I wanted to
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Birds, Bugs, Heroes, and My Husky 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- May 18, 2022
I am going to start my column where I often end it this time of year; let’s all be extra careful out there. There is just so much more activity and great things going on; keep those eyes on the road. An added distraction I have fallen prey to is watching the majestic American Bald
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Ballots, Watts Up, and Honors Earned 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- May 11, 2022
I couldn’t believe that a former president, and I’m talking Donald Trump, not Barack Obama, endorsed Dr. Mehmet Oz for a senatorial spot here in the great state of Pennsylvania. I’d really like to know the behind-the-scenes truth about that one. But hey, if he’s your man, get out and cast your vote. That is
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Mr. Muncy and CI 0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- May 11, 2022
Smiles, handshakes, and the din of conversation filled the room at the Genetti Hotel as, for the first time in two years, the Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance gathered for their 65th annual banquet. The yearly occasion provides the opportunity for the organization to celebrate and reflect upon individuals and groups who exemplify the lives and
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Williamsport City Lions Football Club Brings Semi-Professional Soccer to Williamsport 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Local News
- May 11, 2022
Williamsport has been long regarded as a “baseball town,” and rightfully so, because of its place as the “Home and Birthplace of Little League Baseball” and its more than 130-year involvement with minor league baseball, but another sport is charging hard to take its place in Williamsport’s sports universe — and that is soccer. Two
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Uptown Music Collective Wraps Up Performance Season With Tribute to Pink Floyd 0
Webb Weekly
- Uncategorized
- April 27, 2022
The Uptown Music Collective, the area’s premier non-profit school of music, returns to the Community Arts Center in Williamsport on April 29th & 30th, 2022, to close out the UMC’s 21-22 Performance Season with their presentation of Us and Them: Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon and Beyond. This concert will feature Pink Floyd’s
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Pickleball action at Short Park 0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- April 27, 2022
Across West Fourth Street, just a long foul ball away from the Original Little League field sits the once-controversial site of former Williamsport Mayor Gabe Campana’s 2014 Memorial Park Pickleball Court installation. Somewhat unpopular at the time, that action could be credited as the forerunner of what has become one of the fastest-growing sports in
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Invest in Our Planet This Earth Day 0
Steph Noviello
- Editorials
- April 20, 2022
Friday is Earth Day and this year’s theme is, “Invest in Our Planet.” According to earthday.org, “This is the moment to change it all — the business climate, the political climate, and how we take action on climate. Now is the time for the unstoppable courage to preserve and protect our health, our families, our
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Emotions 0
Jamie Spencer
- Sports
- April 6, 2022
I appreciate all of the love. Wow. These past few weeks have been incredible. I want to congratulate the entire NEUMANN NATION. Making it all the way to Hershey to compete for a state title was a lot of fun. My phone continues to blow up, and my inbox is full. You wouldn’t believe the
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The Roving Sportsman… Wet a Line, Throw Some Lead, or Simply Take a Hike!0
Jon Pries
- Outdoors
- March 30, 2022
Congratulations! You live in Lycoming County or perhaps one of the surrounding counties. Or maybe you are a frequent traveler who comes to our neck of the woods to enjoy what this “slice of Heaven” of Northcentral Pennsylvania has to offer. In any case, if you are into the outdoors, welcome to Paradise! Throughout my
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Three Athletes at Loyalsock Township High School Sign Letters of Intent to Play in the MAC 0
Webb Weekly
- Sports
- March 23, 2022
Hannah Winter, Mia Patterson and Mallory Rodarmel from Loyalsock Township High School signed their letters of intent to play in the MAC next year. Hannah Winter plans to play softball at Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, PA, where she will be studying nursing.“Hannah is a talented, hardworking, and humble player that is always looking to improve
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Uptown Music Collective brings “All Things Must Pass” to Community Theatre League 0
Press Release
- Events, Music
- March 9, 2022
On March 10th, 11th, and 12th, the Uptown Music Collective returns to the Community Theatre League in downtown Williamsport to present All Things Must Pass: The Solo Works of The Beatles. This performance will feature the music from the solo careers of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr after the dissolution of
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Montoursville Wins Flag Football Championship 0
Press Release
- Football, Sports
- March 9, 2022
Montoursville won the Winter Flag Football Championship at the Liberty Arena with an 8-2 record. The Warriors beat Loyalsock in the semi-finals 56-16, then defeated Impact Advertising of Montoursville, 42-14 in the final. Pictured are: Front Row – Ethan Emert, Ryder Kleinman, Reid Francis, Parker Kilbourn, Zac George. 2nd Row – Emerson Eck, Talon Steele,
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Bringing Bower Basketball Back 0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- February 9, 2022
If you happened to pass by the Curtin Middle School last Saturday, you might have heard a familiar sound from the past emanating from that old familiar educational landmark. If you thought you were hearing things or might want to experience it for yourself, stop by again this Saturday. At a time when some are
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STEP Offers Pathways to Success 0
Dave Bellomo
- Stories
- January 26, 2022
According to their website, the Lycoming-Clinton Counties Commission for Community Action (STEP), Inc. is a private, nonprofit Community Action Agency and was incorporated in 1966. STEP stands for Success Through Engagement and Partnership. STEP’s mission is to engage diverse individuals, families, and communities in the pursuit of social and economic success. STEP accomplishes its mission
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Uptown Music Collective Sets Fundraising Concert Tribute To 80’s Hair Bands January 29 at Community Arts Center 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Concerts, Local News, Music
- January 19, 2022
1980s rock bands that were known as “Hair Bands” such as Van Halen, Mötley Crüe, Guns and Roses and Poison, just to name a few, will be saluted by the Uptown Music Collective in a fundraising concert to be presented at the Community Arts Center on Saturday, January 29, 2022, beginning at 7:30 p.m. This
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The MAGIC Dome 0
Jamie Spencer
- Sports
- January 5, 2022
This past week, my 12-year-old son asked if I would take him and a buddy to the Loyalsock and Williamsport game. I checked my schedule, and we were scheduled for an early practice. I was thinking about doing some scouting but eventually caved. We loaded up the Jeep and made a quick stop in the
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Hopefully, a Happy New Year!0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- December 29, 2021
In the days leading up to Christmas, Jim Webb and Steph Nordstrom gathered the Webb Weekly team for a holiday luncheon. It has been an annual tradition since the publication was begun nearly 20 years ago. The pandemic wiped out the event last year, so it was nice to once again have an opportunity to
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The Local Hoops Scene 0
Jamie Spencer
- Sports
- December 29, 2021
Sitting in the front seat of a yellow school bus on a backcountry road. We are on our way to State College to play St. Joe’s. My guys are awfully quiet. They are all listening to their music and thinking about the game. I just looked back to see some smiles, and one of my
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Another Season Begins with the Best of Holiday Hoops 0
Jim Webb
- Basketball, Editorials, Sports
- December 22, 2021
Just in the Saint Nick of time, the high school basketball season has returned in full swing. If you’re like me, you need to get out of the house on these long dark nights. Go cheer on your favorite team. If you can’t make it to the game or live out of town, Webb Weekly
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80 Years Ago: The Pearl Harbor Christmas of 1941 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Local News
- December 22, 2021
Eighty years ago, in 1941, three weeks before Christmas, the United States was “suddenly and deliberately attacked” in a sneak attack by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor, plunging us into an unwanted war. What was supposed to be another routine Christmas holiday season was changed utterly by this. People in the Williamsport area and then
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Renee Flock, mother, Nicholas Barone, Frank Barone, father.0
Press Release
- Local News, Sports
- December 15, 2021
Loyalsock Township’s Nicholas Barone signs his National Letter of Intent with Virginia Tech Nicholas Barone signed his National Letter of Intent to play baseball with the Virginia Tech Hokies! “It was a childhood dream coming to reality; It felt like all of my hard work had finally paid off,” says Nick about signing with Virginia
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Placekicking Plankenhorn 0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- November 17, 2021
Football old-timers may remember the story. During the 1970s Garo Yepremian, of Armenia descent, was a kicker for the Detroit Lions. He had never seen a professional football game before he suited up with the Lions. In his first game, he kicked a last-second game-winning extra point. As he ran off the field with his
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Uptown Music Collective Kicks Off Performance Season With ‘70’s Radio Hits 0
Press Release
- Local News, Music
- November 10, 2021
There is a new radio station in town that will be “on-air” for one weekend only! The Uptown Music Collective, the area’s premier nonprofit school of music, is set to kick off their 2021-2022 Performance Season at the Community Arts Center by presenting WUMC: FM Radio Hits of the ‘70’s. The show will run on
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Ghostly and Ghoulish Happenings and Halloween Safety Tips 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Halloween, Local News
- October 27, 2021
It is that magical and frightful time when the little ghouls and goblins dwell among us to celebrate the Halloween season. There are various Halloween-themed activities that these Halloweeners can participate in. Trick-or-Treat hours are also set for various area municipalities. Locally, some areas are holding trick-or-treating on Halloween, others have chosen to move it
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County Hall Corner: Heavy Levee Lifting 0
Larry Stout
- Government, Politics
- October 20, 2021
On Friday, October 8th, US Congressman Fred Keller led a group consisting of the three Lycoming County Commissioners, Williamsport’s mayor, and a number of other local officials along with representatives of the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to tour the Williamsport Levee. They were all there to do
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Amateur Radio and Baseball Link Tennessee Little Leaguer and Local Man at Recent Little League World Series 0
Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
- Local News
- October 13, 2021
The world of amateur, or “ham” radio links many people across the globe and is a fun and interesting hobby for those who enjoy it. One local man, Marty Mauer, is quite passionate about his involvement in amateur radio. Still, he had no idea that it would end up linking him with a participant in
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