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Style File: Greaser0
With the passing of Olivia Newton-John — the ultimate Sandy — I wanted to pay homage to her most popular film, “Grease” and dissect Greaser Style, which has been represented in many films beyond the beloved musical. The first instance of a “greaser” in film is Marlon Brando’s character, Johnny Strabler, in “The Wild One.”
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Uptown Music Collective Awards $17,325 in Scholarships For the Upcoming School Year0
- Uncategorized
- August 24, 2022
The Uptown Music Collective is pleased to announce the awarding of 11 scholarships for the non-profit school of music’s 2022-2023 school year. Totaling $17,325, an additional $4,725 has also been added to the Collective’s Financial Aid Fund. Funding was made possible through the generous donations of the local community, including both individual and corporate donors.
READ MOREDog Days and Law School0
- Uncategorized
- August 24, 2022
After graduating from college, I worked several jobs locally; then, at the young age of 45, I got a hair-brain idea to go to law school. The idea was planted in my head years earlier by my good friend and mentor-the late Ron “Lefty” Travis. “Lefty” and I had become close friends when I was
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The Bookworm Sez: “My Moment: 106 Women on Fighting for Themselves,” stories collected by Kristin Chenoweth, Kathy Najimy, Linda Perry, Chely Wright and Lauren Blitzer0
No. It’s simple, really: just one syllable, dragged out or said sharply, emphatically, and finally. No. You’ve heard it all your life, yelled it a time or two. “No” is easy to say, especially when, as in the new book “My Moment,” stories collected by Kristin Chenoweth, Kathy Najimy, Linda Perry, Chely Wright and Lauren
READ MORELock Haven Jams 20220
- Arts
- August 10, 2022
The Lock Haven Jams Music Festival is back. The Clinton County Arts Council is sponsoring the three-day event that will begin Friday, August 11th, at the Roxy Theater in Lock Haven with ‘Rockin’ the Roxy.’ Tickets are required for this part of the festival and can be purchased, at a discount, in advance, online at
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: Eastward Going Upward0
- Government, Politics
- August 10, 2022
A very special guest came to the Lycoming County Commissioners Meeting on Thursday, July 28th — Lycoming College President, Kent Trachte. He came to ask the commissioners to approve a grant for a new 165-stall parking structure which is part of the East Third Street/Old City Revitalization Project. The presence of Dr. Trachte magnified the
READ MOREUPMC Specialist: Getting Sound Sleep Essential to Health0
- Health
- August 10, 2022
Summer is here and many adults, just like kids, take advantage of all the season has to offer by short-changing their sleep schedule. Vacations and travel, enjoying late nights with the kids, and just trying to make the most of the extra daylight hours can really play havoc on the body and a few extra
READ MORE35th Loyalsock Valley Antique Machinery Association Show August 4th to 7th0
- Local News
- August 3, 2022
If you enjoy the roar and belching of engines and like antique farm machinery on display and in action, then the Loyalsock Valley Antique Machinery Association’s (LVAMA) new show grounds at 899 Lower Bodines Road, Trout Run will be the place for you from Thursday, August 4 to Sunday, August 7. Each LVAMA show has
READ MOREMrs. Harris Goes to the Movies0
Paul Gallico’s 1958 novel “Mrs. ’Arris Goes to Paris” concerns an aging British charwoman who is suddenly possessed by the dream of owning a Dior gown — one that would cost her practically an entire year’s salary. Opening at the height of this summer’s boffo box-office season, the new film adaptation — “Mrs. Harris Goes
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The Bookworm Sez: Biographies for Kids0
You have a very interesting life. The things you like to do, the people you love, the places you can go, it’s a lot of fun to talk about, isn’t it? You can tell stories about those things, and people like to listen. So why not find out about other people with interesting stories, too?
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: God is Dead0
- Government, Politics
- July 20, 2022
Throughout Lycoming County, there are a number of local municipalities and county government entities that hold regular public meetings. One thing they all have in common is that they start their meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the
READ MORESix for the Road: A Cinematic Tribute to Travel0
At the height of the travel season — and in honor of the state-traversing U.S. Route 6, Pennsylvania’s coolest two-lane — Webb presents a half-dozen road movies. We’ll stick to “under-the-radar” films in this category — trusting that most readers already know about such classics as “Rain Man,” “Planes, Trains and Automobiles,” the Oscar-magnet “It
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Sweet Teens0
As my son Tyler officially turns into a teenager this month on July 28, I can’t help but look at him and know I really have to start cherishing every moment with this kid. He is almost taller than me, and his feet are as big as his dad’s. It was just yesterday he was
READ MOREWilliamsport Sun: July 14, 1942 – Merchants to Observe Hero Day Program0
- Old News
- July 13, 2022
Efforts of a carnival spirit prevail in downtown Williamsport when the city observes “American Heroes Day” to promote the sale of war bonds and stamps were pushed by the merchants today. A number of stores will have patriotic booths in front of their places o business staffed with women defense workers attired in patriotic and
READ MORE“Lightyear” Buzzes into the Summer-Movie Fray0
I try not to read film reviews before writing my own. But with Disney’s “Lightyear,” I happened to see a Harrisburg Patriot-News headline that said the movie “Goes to Adequacy — but Not Beyond.” This is the kind of line that makes a critic moan, “I wish I’d written that!” —more so because, in this
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Set the Night to Music & More Independence Day Activities Set0
- Local News
- June 29, 2022
In keeping with Founding Father and second American President John Adams’ urgings that Independence Day should be celebrated with “pomp, parade, illumination, and fireworks,” there will be lots of July 4th celebrations featuring those fireworks. The most notable of these will be the 27th annual “Set the Night to Music” celebration in downtown Williamsport, sponsored
READ MOREWilliamsport Sun: June 28, 1912 – Music and Crowds Afloat and Ashore0
- Old News
- June 29, 2022
After the moon had climbed over the rim of Bald Eagle Mountain last night, as the moon played hide and seek among the clouds, music began to flow from a highly decorated and lighted flat boat that was anchored in the channel of the river at Fischer Park while numerous craft of the Susquehanna Canoe
READ MORECoup Crap0
- Government, Politics
- June 29, 2022
At first, I was amused by the US Congress January 6 Committee created to investigate the coup/insurrection that took place on that day in 2021, as a group of zealots stormed the hallowed chambers of our US Congresspeople for the purpose of preventing the certification of the 2020 presidential election. First, this is no ‘investigation’
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Fun Ways to Keep Kids Occupied Over Summer Break0
- Uncategorized
- June 22, 2022
Kids look forward to summer vacation every year. The last day of school gives way to less structured days when kids can spend more time outdoors and less time cracking the books. Summer vacation can be a dilemma for parents, especially in households where both parents work full-time. A pandemic-related increase in remote working has
READ MOREHappy Father’s Day…0
- Editorials
- June 15, 2022
I just want to take a minute to say Happy Father’s Day… First off Happy Father’s Day to Steve. You are an amazing Dad and Kiddo and I love you! Now on to my list. It changes and flows from year to year, but the sentiment remains the same… Happy Father’s Day to the Dads
READ MOREFirst Annual Riverfest0
- Events
- June 15, 2022
On a cold day this past winter, Orlando Rodriguez with Rich Port Adventure Company and Laura Kitner from TK TacKle were discussing a plan to organize a Youth Kayak Safety Course this summer. After reaching out to Laurel Green with Montgomery Parks and Recreation for a location, a simple safety course for the kids quickly
READ MOREFather’s Day Gift Ideas for All Types of Dads0
- Father's Day
- June 15, 2022
This Father’s Day, families will gather to thank dads for all they do. Gifts often are part of Father’s Day celebrations, and here’s a list of gift ideas for dads with various interests. Gaming Dad The draw of popular video games doesn’t abate for some men as they get older. If your dad is at
READ MORETwo Time Blues Music Awarded Texas Artist, Sue Foley, to Grace the Stage At the 2022 Billtown Blues Festival0
- Uncategorized
- June 8, 2022
Billtown Blues Association organizers are coming down the home stretch after a year-long preparation for their signature event, the Billtown Blues Festival, now celebrating 32 years of the blues music art form. There will be no deviation from the event’s reputation of securing world-class nationally known performers, exposing those on the cusp, and providing a
READ MORESorrow, Grace and the Future0
- Editorials
- June 1, 2022
I’m sure many of you have experienced the same emotions I have since first learning about the shooting at Robb Elementary school in Texas. As I am writing this, I am in just flat-out angry mode. These are our children; we are the United States of America, and we must find a way to protect
READ MORESummer 2022 Calendar of Events0
- Editorials
- June 1, 2022
I have always said, if you think there is nothing to do in our area, that you aren’t even trying. There is almost always something happening, somewhere to go, or something to do in our area. Adult, kid and family activities are easy to find, because there are plenty of them to do. Don’t believe
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Lycoming County Chapter of Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Presents Education Grants to Loyalsock District Teachers0
- 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,
READ MOREWilliamsport Sun: June 1, 1915 – City Commission to Give $50 Aid to the Famous Repasz Band0
- Old News
- June 1, 2022
Councilman Charles E. Cole, superintendent of finance for city council at a council meeting held this morning, introduced a resolution providing for an appropriation of $50 be given to the Repasz Band to aid in recovering the loss in yesterday’s disastrous fire at the Lycoming Opera House in which the well-known local band had its
READ MOREThe Roving Sportsman… The Greatest of All Father’s Day Gift0
- 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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Memorial Day0
Memorial Day weekend is one of my favorite long weekends. Honestly, it’s my favorite spring/summer holiday! It’s the kick-off to summer! NOT that I love the stupid hot weather in the slightest. I just look forward to this long weekend and all the fun the warmer weather brings. I love the Rock-n-Roll 500 on 99.3
READ MOREGrit: May 31, 1942 – Parade Marks Memorial Day0
- 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
READ MOREMemorial Day0
- Sports
- May 25, 2022
Next Monday is Memorial Day! Established following the Civil War in 1868, the day was declared a federal holiday to mourn United States military personnel who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. For 100 years, until 1968, the day was always observed on May 30. Then for the purpose of creating another three-day
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