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  • County Hall Corner: Life and Livelihood in the Balance1

    Larry Stout

    Imagine a scenario where there is a fire down the street where you live, and you were told you had to abandon your home as a preventive measure. And after some time passes, and the fire appears to be under control, you ask when you can return to your home, and you are told that

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  • How to Exercise During the Pandemic0

    Family Features

    Life changed overnight for millions of people across the globe in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, which shuttered businesses and forced many people to follow stay-at-home measures issued by their local governments. These measures not only affected the overall health of those infected with the virus, but also those who experienced no symptoms and

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  • What to Expect When You Return for Care0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    By Don Owrey Chief Operating Officer, UPMC Susquehanna The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many aspects of our lives, including the way we receive health care. People in communities across the nation are forgoing medically necessary care leading to unnecessary suffering and worsening health conditions. It’s normal to feel anxious about returning to a medical office

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  • Spring Clean Your Health0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    Spring is the season of renewal and growth. This year, it will also be the season we remember being stuck at home while we social distanced ourselves so we could stay healthy and virus free. We can use the extra time we have from not running between activities and commitments to improve ourselves: organize our

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  • The First 100 Days By Mayor Derek Slaughter0

    Derek Slaughter

    The first 100 days have been a roller coaster. Our administration was off to a good start — accomplishing some of our initial goals of getting our team in place, getting the City management processes and financial records in order, and working with City Council to formulate a long-range strategic plan for City government. Those

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  • The Roving Sportsman…0

    Jon Pries

    Using Time Wisely The corona virus pandemic, along with all of its resultant restrictions and behavioral guidelines, doesn’t seem to be going away any time soon. As the Federal, State and local governmental agencies scramble to come up with a vaccine and control the current spread of the virus, we, as individuals, can do little

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  • Read a Book0

    Steph Nordstrom

    Another week of ‘Stay-at-Home’ orders down, and Lord only knows how many more to go. For those that are cooped up at home, I hope you are keeping safe and sane. I know that for some of you, official schoolwork at home started this week, and I hope you are navigating that OK. I know,

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  • Closed for the Season0

    Scott Lowery

    The sign is a familiar sight to those who travel Route 15. The notice on the message board of the Pike Drive-In Theatre is an annual sight during the winter months. Passers-by give it little attention. They know come spring the movies will be back. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for high school spring

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  • COVID-19: Seeking Care and Preventing the Spread0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    There are still many unknowns about COVID-19 and this is a time of uncertainty for everyone, including front line health care workers and public health experts. This is a complex epidemic, so we continue to see evolution in approaches to providing care with a focus on safety. No one has experienced this type of pandemic

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  • The Bookworm Sez0

    Terri Schlichenmeyer

    Hunker down. That’s what you’ll be doing for the immediate future: trying to stay well or get well or just waiting. You’ve had enough TV and the pantry’s as clean as it’ll ever get, so maybe it’s time to find something to read. Why not try one of these great books: FICTION If you’re a

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  • Cabin Fever0

    Scott Lowery

    Adding to the grimness of what we all have been dealing with, the weather outside was dreary and raining as the dawning of another day of homebound isolation dawned upon us. Jean, entering the bedroom as I was pulling myself out from under the covers, glanced up at the bookcase over our bed and asked,

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  • County Hall Corner: Do’s and Don’ts – Coronavirus Edition0

    Larry Stout

    The Lycoming County Commissioners did not meet the week of March 22nd, but this does not mean that county government has come to a standstill. Normally, I receive a press release from the county perhaps once or twice a month but in March they have been coming in at two or three a week. Some

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  • I-TEC – Supplying Power to the Underserved0

    Scott Lowery

    While it may be most likely the majority of area residents have no knowledge of the whereabouts of Green Hollow Road, for millions of residents of Third World countries, the Lycoming County rural back road has literally been the launching pad for a precious service that has both improved and saved the lives of their

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  • Work From Home Wardrobe0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    It has been an interesting time for all of us, especially if you find yourself working from home under less than ideal circumstances. Having worked from home sporadically over the years, the idea of typing away all day in pajamas may sound appealing, but, by Day Two, it can actually become quite a drag. From

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  • 50 Years of Self-Defense Instruction0

    Dave Bellomo

    Lanny Reed was an avid wrestler in high school, wrestling in the 112-pound weight class. It was no wonder that when he joined the Air Force in 1967, Reed began taking martial arts instruction to fill his spare time. While he was stationed at Elmendorf Air Force Base, in Anchorage, Alaska, Reed began taking judo

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  • ‘It Impacts Weight, Sleep and Mental Health’: What You Need to Know About Your Thyroid

    ‘It Impacts Weight, Sleep and Mental Health’: What You Need to Know About Your Thyroid0

    Family Features
    • March 11, 2020

    Michele Adams is quick to say, “I don’t want to throw anyone under the bus,” but it took her being hit by a car for her thyroid disease to finally be diagnosed. Adams has always been an active person, but for a few years, she had felt tired and had a constant tightness in her

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  • Five Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

    Five Ways to Improve Your Heart Health0

    Family Features

    If you worry that you or someone you love will get heart disease or even have a heart attack, it’s understandable. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Research shows you can lower your risk, particularly

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  • Choosing the Right Care as You Age0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    Everyone has a different plan in mind for how they wish to live their life as they age. It’s important to consider your general health, mobility, mental capabilities, and specific activities you may need help with as you grow older, as well as your family’s support. It also is important to consider your interests, social

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  • Seventh Annual Mom Prom Set For April 180

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The 1980s will be the theme of the charitable night out for women known as the “Mom Prom” to be held Saturday, April 18 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Genetti Hotel and Convention Center. This year’s chosen charity is the Uptown Music Collective. The initial founders of Williamsport Mom Prom were Jillian Parks

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  • Mindfulness for Managing Your Emotions0

    Dave Bellomo

    Emotional intelligence is a person’s ability to be aware of and effectively express their emotions and to understand and effectively respond to the emotions of others. Having a highly developed emotional intelligence is important for types of work that require a significant amount of human interaction and is critical for healthy relationships and personal mental

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  • County Hall Corner: Golf is Not a Four-Letter Word0

    Larry Stout

    The Lycoming County Commissioners are moving toward selling off portions of the White Deer Golf Course area but have recently discovered a governmental glitch. It seems that due to a condition that came with receiving federal funds for the purchase of the property decades ago prevents it from being used for anything but recreational use.

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  • SMART Goals for 20200

    Dave Bellomo

    The holidays are over, and many of us have chosen to create one or more New Year’s resolutions. Based on surveys such as the 2017 study conducted by the Static Brain Research Institute, 41% of American adults will make a resolution. This equates to approximately 100 million people. Unfortunately, however, the odds are against most

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  • Understanding Sarcopenia and Strength (pt. 1)0

    Dave Bellomo

    This article is for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for individual medical and fitness advice. Any use of the information contained in this article is at the discretion of the reader. David Bellomo and the Webb Weekly disclaim any and all liability arising directly or indirectly from the use

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  • Caregivers: How to Manage a Loved One’s Money0

    Family Features

    The number of retirees is on the rise. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau points out that, by 2030, there will be 81.2 million Americans over age 65, and many of them will need help taking care of themselves. Caregiving is a big responsibility. One crucial role caregivers may take on involves managing a loved

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  • This Week’s LION: Judge Marc Lovecchio — Making a Difference0

    Larry Stout

    Several weeks ago, I featured a LION (Leaders In Our Neighborhood) article on Judge Marc Lovecchio’s selection as Pennsylvania’s representative to the Reno, Nevada’s National Justice College faculty preparation seminar titled, “Justice-Involved Individuals with Substance Use Disorders: Cultivating Law and Medicine Partnerships.” Though this might not make a very exciting marquee across a theater entrance,

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  • The Week’s LION: Very Special Judge Marc Lovecchio0

    Larry Stout

    There is an adage that an expert is someone that is at least fifty miles from his hometown. The reason is that we often take for granted those who are closest to us. This column has noted on many occasions that the Lycoming County government has frequently been recognized for excellence on a statewide basis,

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  • A Holistic Approach to Aging Well0

    Dave Bellomo

    I’ll be honest, ever since I turned 40 (it was a while ago), I have days where I feel like my body is falling apart and I just want to stay in bed. My back aches, my knees sound like sand paper, and my hip simply does not want to bend. Couple that with weight

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  • County Hall Corner: A Fivesome at the Forum0

    Larry Stout

    It was an unusually hot evening for the first day of October, where the small Eagle Grange #1 in Montgomery, located along Rt. 15 just a short distance from the White Deer Golf Course, saw a packed house watch and listen to the five candidates running for the position of Lycoming County Commissioner engage in

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  • Series Sidebars0

    Scott Lowery

    Answering questions and providing support at a hectic pace, Brian McClintock, Little League Baseball’s Senior Director of Communications, took time from his World Series duties to address some of the most often asked-about topics surrounding the small-fry classic. Team Uniforms “This year Adidas became the new uniform partner for Little League International. They have done

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  • How Students Can Prepare for a Coming Sports Season0

    Family Features

    Participation in sports can be an important component of a student’s overall school experience. So it should come as no surprise that the number of participants in high school sports increased for the 29th consecutive year in 2017-18, according to the annual High School Athletics Participation Survey conducted by the National Federation of State High

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  • Nothing – The Book of Mental Health Awareness0

    S.I.R. Mellowick

    Finally, it’s finished. The book I’ve been putting together since sophomore year of high school. Three years later, I’m screaming for the help of professional New York City editors, relying on close friends to peer edit while they go off to school, and sending email after countless email to high quality publishing companies. It’s a

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  • County Hall Corner: Moving On0

    Larry Stout

    Stress is caused by an event that results in an upheaval from the norm. In stress inventories, death of a spouse always tops the list, followed by other troubles such as losing a job or coming down with a serious illness. But also high on the list is moving a living habitation, which obviously grows

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  • From Broad Street to Cooperstown

    From Broad Street to Cooperstown0

    Jim Webb

    Congratulations to Mike Mussina on his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. An absolutely amazing story of a small town All-American boy that navigated the baseball gauntlet all the way to Cooperstown. From Johnny Z’s and Montoursville Little League to a State Championship while playing for Manager Carter Giles and his hometown Warriors.

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