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A Proud Past, A Rock Solid Present, A Promising Future0
- Editorials, Politics
- October 31, 2018
Midterm Madness is finally upon us. I will be glad when the dust clears, and I don’t have to watch any political commercials. Across our great Nation, there has probably never been a more important midterm report card provided by “We the People.” There’s also probably never been more at stake. To me, it’s a
READ MOREStrong Mayor, Council-Manager or Home Rule Charter – An Open Letter to the Citizens of Williamsport from Councilman Joel Henderson1
- Politics
- October 31, 2018
There are a few facts I would like to point out before sharing my opinion on the two referendum questions concerning the form of government for the City of Williamsport appearing on your November ballot. 1. I currently serve as a City Councilman in your government. 2. I am not running to be elected for
READ MORERetain Strong Mayor for City Of Williamsport By Mary B. Wolf Former Williamsport Mayor0
- Politics
- October 31, 2018
As an instructor of political science at Lycoming College for 15 years (teaching state and local government, bureaucracy and public administration along with other related American government courses), and as an 8 year member of Williamsport City Council and four years as Mayor of Williamsport, I am qualified to express my opinion on the benefit
READ MOREMagical Memories An Organization That Helps Make the Lives of Children With Life Threatening or Terminal Illnesses A Little More Bearable0
For children with life-threatening or terminal illnesses, the experience can be almost unbearable and an unhappy one, but one local organization seeks to lighten their burdens and make their lives a little more bearable — that organization is “Magical Memories.” It is a 5013 c3 non-profit organization that is run completely by volunteers, and there
READ MOREPreparing for the Polls: Part 7 – A Positive Negative0
- Politics
- October 31, 2018
An old sales trick is to offer something and something vs. something and nothing. For example, an effective salesman does not ask if you want to make an appointment with him or her, rather they ask, “Would morning be better for you, or would you prefer afternoon?” That appears to be the choice that Williamsport
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin: November 1, 1923 – Ruth’s All Stars Defeat Locals in Lively Tilt0
- Old News
- October 31, 2018
Williamsport’s baseball fandom was formally introduced to George Herman (Babe) Ruth yesterday afternoon and if Ruth likes us as well as we like him, the good impression is a mutual one. Incidentally, it may be mentioned that Ruth’s All Stars, four of whom were members of the Pennsylvania R.R. team won the game, an eight-
READ MOREBe Informed0
- Editorials, Politics
- October 24, 2018
I’m sure you are probably wondering why we are doing an issue on voting so far in front of the mid-term elections. The reason is that we want everyone in the area to be as informed as possible before they head to the polls, and to have plenty of time for you to do your
READ MOREPreparing for the Polls — Part 6: Why Here, Why Now?0
- Local News, Politics
- October 24, 2018
In this series on preparing for the November election, four columns have been devoted to the complicated issue of changing the city charter of Williamsport. Two very different proposals for change are on the ballot, and if both receive a majority by the voters, there will probably be a long and tenuous journey through a
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin: October 22. 1943 – Unidentified Aircraft Circles City, Arouses Residents0
- Old News
- October 24, 2018
A low-flying, unidentified, multi-motor airplane which circled the city for about an hour last night, caused excitement galore, as residents worried over possibilities of the craft to land at the unlighted Williamsport airport. First noticed shortly after 9 o’clock last night, the plane flew east and west across the city and led Williamsporters to believe
READ MORENatural Ice Baths0
- Sports
- October 24, 2018
HEY. YOU WEREN’T IN THE PAPER THIS WEEK. OK. I missed another deadline and thanks to those who continue to remind. There’s actually a great story behind my mishap, and I will do my best to explain. But before I begin, I want to say cheers to the handful of fans. Your feedback and praise
READ MOREThis Week’s LION: Muncy Bank and Trust Company0
- Local News
- October 24, 2018
Lycoming County is unique in a number of ways, and one of which is the prevalence of local banks. The banking industry continues to consolidate nationally and even internationally, but in our area, Woodlands Bank, Jersey Shore State Bank, and Muncy Bank and Trust Company have survived and even grown as local entities. These banks
READ MOREWilliamsport Civic Chorus Will Be Launching 75th Anniversary In November0
- Local News, Music
- October 24, 2018
It was the fall of 1944, the United States and the world were deeply involved in fighting the forces of fascism in World War II, hardly an auspicious time to launch a new musical organization, but that is exactly what the Williamsport Civic Chorus did. They will launch their 75th anniversary season on November 18
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: Stop Domestic Violence0
- Local News
- October 24, 2018
Marketing people know that the most difficult part of advertising is just getting attention. Cognitive science reveals that there are two kinds of attention — conscious and unconscious. Conscious attention is when we purposely pay attention to something because we feel we need this information. It could be anything from an ad for something we
READ MORECounting Candy Corn!4
- Editorials
- October 17, 2018
Attention boys and girls! It is time once again for Webb Weekly’s annual Halloween contest! We are taking this year’s contest back to it’s roots. The very first year we did this we counted Candy Corn, so we are going OG this year. I’m sure you know how this works, but just in case you
READ MORE73rd South Mummers’ Parade Steps Off This Saturday, October 200
An enduring South Williamsport tradition, which has become an institution associated with the borough each fall, steps off at 2 p.m. for the 73rd time this Saturday, October 20, when the South Williamsport Mummers’ Parade takes place. “We are determined to make the day about putting smiles on a lot of little faces this year!”
READ MOREMiscellaneous Musings0
- Commentary
- October 17, 2018
This week, a rambling of things on my mind for everyone to catch up on. Grab a good seat and let’s go! Happy to report I am two for two now, first in contacting former Hurst showgirl Nikki Phillips (now O’Neill) and then with car show goer Art. He’s the guy who looks like me,
READ MORE“Harnessing Hope” 5K Run/Walk Planned This Fall0
- Events, Fundraisers
- October 17, 2018
The Harnessing Hope 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Saturday, October 20 at Hughesville High School. Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit Paternostro Family Foundation (PFF) in supporting local patients with cancer. “We created the Foundation in memory of our beloved sister, Kass, who passed away in 2012 at the age of 40 from cancer. Kass’s daughter
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County Hall Corner: Taking Time for Training2
- Local News
- October 17, 2018
When a person is elected to local office, they quickly realize that there is a lot they do not know. Very few residents of the county recognize how much time that municipal officials spend in training. It starts with the County Commissioners who actively participate in the programs of CCAP, the County Commissioners Association of
READ MOREGrit: October 20, 1968 – Library Adds New Service0
- Old News
- October 17, 2018
A new service provided by the James V. Brown County Library enables area residents to have access to virtually every major library in the state, Robert Machinski, director of the library announced last week. This unique service is made possible through the use of a recently installed teletype machine which will speed up the process
READ MOREGirls on the Run: Helping Girls to Realize Their Full Potential and Boldly Pursue Their Dreams0
- Arts, Local News
- October 10, 2018
Younger girls sometimes have a tough time wrestling with the struggles they face as adolescents. In what can be a very trying time of their lives, in which making healthy and wholesome decisions can be difficult, one local organization, Girls on the Run of the Susquehanna Valley, is aiding greatly with these challenges. Girls on
READ MOREThe Hunt for October Walleyes0
- Outdoors
- October 10, 2018
I must admit that I do not pursue walleyes with the same dedication that I have for trout, bass or even panfish but I do enjoy some dedicated walleye fishing on occasion. In previous years I would often travel to various locations in Canada just for the opportunity to catch walleyes and many of those
READ MOREHope and First Responders Keep Project Lifesaver Running in Lycoming County0
- Local News
- October 10, 2018
Since 2007, Hope Enterprises — which provides services to individuals with intellectual disabilities — has teamed up with area first responders in Lycoming County to protect individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, autism, Down syndrome and similar conditions through Project Lifesaver®. Based in Chesapeake, Virginia, Project Lifesaver uses a radio-frequency transmitter in a bracelet and relies on
READ MORETwo Important and Timely Items0
- Outdoors
- October 10, 2018
Tracking Dogs: The heavy frost on the orchard grass and the full moon above made it visible enough to make our way across the meadow, even though it was two hours before sunrise. The bulls were already bugling and, as we started into the dark timber, you could hear the soft mewing of nearby cow
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: EMS in Crisis0
- Health, Local News
- October 10, 2018
One feature of the current County Commissioner board is that they are not deaf to concerns of the community. Unfortunately, being willing to listen does not necessarily mean they can do much about the problem. One of these concerns is the ongoing problems of volunteer fire companies and EMS service. In July of 2017, the
READ MOREPreparing for the Polls — Part 4 : Considering the Council-Manager Option0
- Local News
- October 10, 2018
When home computers were introduced in the mid-80s, they ran on a computer operating system called DOS. The owner of a home computer was limited if they did not understand this seemingly foreign language that they had to deal with. In 1991, a small publishing company named IDB came out with a book entitled, “DOS
READ MOREPreparing for the Polls – Part 3: City Charter Confusion0
- Local News
- October 3, 2018
It has been decades since residents of this area have faced a ballot issue as complex and confusing as the one related to the proposed changes in Williamsport city government. Some view it as a simple question, “Do I want a change in city government or not?” Oh, were it so simple. Rather, it is
READ MOREEverett, Wheeland to Host Gun Law Seminars in October0
- Events
- October 3, 2018
Reps. Garth Everett (R-Lycoming/Union) and Jeff Wheeland (R-Lycoming) will host three Gun Law Seminars in the region next month. “The seminars offer residents the opportunity to learn about all aspects of our state’s gun laws and have their questions answered by local experts,” Everett said. “We have held similar events in the past and have
READ MORESusquehanna Health Foundation Partners with Regional Car Dealerships for Drive for a Cause0
Car dealerships throughout northcentral Pennsylvania are teaming up with Susquehanna Health Foundation for Drive for a Cause. During the month of October, participating dealerships will donate $25 for every new or used car sold to UPMC Susquehanna’s Kathryn Candor Lundy Breast Health Center. “Breast cancer affects so many people, either directly or indirectly,” says Sherry
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An Autumn of Opportunity0
- Editorials, Local News
- September 26, 2018
Well, summer is in the rearview mirror, and autumn is officially upon us. Hopefully also left behind is all that wet weather we’ve been having. In the big scheme of things, we’ve been pretty fortunate. Yes, we’ve had some flooding in our area, but it definitely could have been a lot worse. I can’t even
READ MORECity Hospitals Auxiliaries Host Autumn Fest September 30 To Benefit Breast Health Services0
- Events, Local News
- September 26, 2018
One of the more interesting and notable fundraisers taking place this Fall is the UPMC Susquehanna’s City Hospitals Auxiliary Autumn Fest and Car Show that is slated for Sunday, September 30 on the hospital grounds at 1100 Grampian Boulevard in Williamsport. Activities run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and include hundreds of cars, special
READ MOREEnjoy the Bounties0
- Outdoors
- September 26, 2018
I have been blessed to be able to travel the state, the country and the globe both during my working years and now in retirement. Yet, I am always amazed that when I am away from home, my mind constantly wanders back to Northcentral Pennsylvania — the area of my roots. I feel very fortunate
READ MOREPrep Pointers for the Upcoming Hunting Season0
- Outdoors
- September 26, 2018
Hunting is a popular hobby and sport enjoyed by millions of people across North America. Over the last 10 years, data from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service indicates that more and more females are taking up hunting. Hunting seasons vary depending on where you live. Regulations designed by local conservation, game, fish, and wildlife
READ MORE‘Socktoberfest to Return to Curtin Intermediate School Community Event to Kick Off Month-Long Benefit for Area Homeless0
- Local News
- September 26, 2018
Curtin Intermediate School invites the community back to help “kick it to poverty” from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5, for its third SOCKTOBERFEST. The kickoff event once again will help launch the school’s month-long sock drive to benefit Lycoming County’s homeless. Better known as #socktober, the movement began six years ago by
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