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  • Lycoming County Beagle Club Promotes The Sport of Beagling0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    According to a website dealing with the subject, beagling is a form of hunting rabbits by beagle dogs by scent. It is a sport that is particularly popular in the British Isles. In this country interest is centered in the eastern U.S. Locally, there is an organization involved in this sport called the Lycoming County

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  • Tim Montgomery Memorial Scholarship Fund Established at WASD Education Foundation0

    Press Release

    A new scholarship fund has been created at the Williamsport Area School District Education Foundation in memory of Tim Montgomery, Williamsport Area High School’s winningest coach. The Tim Montgomery Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by his family to memorialize the health and physical education teacher who taught at WAHS and coached the Millionaire football team

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  • “Groundhog Day” – Softball Style0

    Scott Lowery

    As the scene unfolded before me I felt a kinship to Bill Murray in the 1993 movie ‘Groundhog Day.’ I was sure I had seen this all take place previously. Excited 11 & 12-year old girls were saying their good-bys, stowing their gear and posing for a multitude of pictures. Onlookers were smiling and waving.

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  • Grit: August 17, 1969 – Newberry 6th Team to Win Spot in Series0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Joyful pandemonium broke loose last night—horns tooted, bands played, crowds cheered, sang and danced. The Newberry Little League team had returned home with the Eastern regional division crown, one step closer to a Little League World Seried championship. Newberry yesterday became the first Williamsport team to advance to the World Series since the series became

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  • Humble Beginnings0

    Scott Lowery

    Traced initially to the 14th century, the old proverb states, “mighty oaks from little acorns grow.” As the undefeated South Little League girls softball team continues to harvest victories on their historic march to the Softball World Series in Portland, Oregon it’s a pretty good bet that no one associated with the team has any

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  • South Wins the East – Heads West to World Series0

    Scott Lowery

    The old cliché “everybody loves a parade” was never more evident than when the newly crowned Little League Softball Eastern Regional Champions received a community hero’s welcome as they triumphantly made their way through the streets of South Williamsport and Duboistown. Parades are nothing new to them as the annual South Williamsport Mummers’ parade traverses

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  • The Girls of Summer

    The Girls of Summer0

    Jamie Spencer

    Congratulations to the South Williamsport Lady Mounties as they recently punched their tickets to the Little League Softball World Series. These ladies have captured the hearts of the entire region with their outstanding play. The gals were crowned the Eastern Regional champs and are now en route to Portland, OR to compete against the world’s

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  • Worlds End Day 20191

    Jamie Spencer

    I have a ten-year-old son who is my pride and joy. I refer to him on this page quite often. Jensen is a great looking kid who plays several sports. He loves the outdoors and is gearing up for the fifth grade. Jensen is so dang spoiled and has thousands of toys. J Bird is

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  • Community Arts Center 2019-2020 Season Announcement!0

    Press Release

    The Community Arts Center proudly presents its 26th Season! Nearly one and half million guests have enjoyed events at the Community Arts Center since the spectacular re-opening in 1993, and millions more are on the way. Making sure that there is something for every taste and every age has become a Community Arts Center hallmark.

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  • Susquehanna Valley Big Twins Motorcycle Club To Hold 4th of July Weekend Fundraiser0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    A top raffle prize worth $10,000, and smaller amounts such as $1,000, $500 and $100, great entertainment, food and various drawings highlight the Susquehanna Valley Big Twins Motorcycle Club’s 4th of July Party fundraiser, held July 5, 6 and 7 at the club’s clubhouse at 84 Harley Drive, located near Woolrich. Free camping is also a

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  • Festive Facts for July 4th0

    Family Features

    Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate the birth of their nation and independence from Great Britain. This day marks the anniversary of the presentation and acceptance of the Declaration of Independence, signed 242 years ago on July 4, 1776. The Declaration of Independence began as a letter to Britain’s King George to explain why

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  • Recalling Frank Lucchesi: One of Williamsport’s Most Memorable Baseball Managers0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    It was with sadness, mixed with nostalgia that baseball fans both locally and across the country learned of the death of Frank Lucchesi, former Williamsport Grays manager, and big league manager for the Phillies, Cubs, and Rangers, last week at the age 92. Frank — and it is hard to think of calling him anything

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  • 73rd Little League Baseball World Series Luncheon Held0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Appearances by Pittsburgh Pirate President Frank Coonelly and former Chicago Cubs pitcher Steve Trout, highlighted the 73rd Little League World Series Luncheon Held in the dining hall of the Little League Baseball International Complex in South Williamsport. First Round pairings for the LLWS were drawn by Rusty Sechler, a member of the Newberry Little League team

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  • Junior League of Williamsport Celebrates 90 Years0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Since 1929 the Junior League of Williamsport has been a driving force behind initiatives that have significantly contributed to the health of our community. The members of the League reflect a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and professional pursuits that work together to identify unmet needs and create bridges to facilitate change. For 90 years,

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  • Williamsport Civic Chorus To Present Free Concert0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The Williamsport Civic Chorus slated to go on a concert tour of Ireland on June 28, will have a concert previewing some of the music they will be singing on that tour, when they present a free concert on Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Williamsport. Four concerts are

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  • A Harley Highway to Heaven

    A Harley Highway to Heaven0

    Jim Webb

    “Love each other and share the spirit of Jesus Christ.” That was the message Father John Manno wanted me to share with everyone this past Easter. He was clear his message wasn’t just for Easter Sunday, but every day. Father John believed love is what is needed most in the divided world of today. This

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  • The Eastern Hellbender0

    Ken Hunter

    The large, slimy looking creature quickly disappeared under a rock ledge and then the lizard-like being turned and peered at me from the darkness beneath the ledge. I was SCUBA diving in a deep hole in Loyalsock Creek when I spotted the somewhat grotesque looking critter; it was my first up close encounter with an

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  • Junior League of Williamsport Celebrates 90 Years0

    Press Release

    Since 1929 the Junior League of Williamsport has been a driving force behind initiatives that have significantly contributed to the health of our community. The members of the League reflect a wide range of backgrounds, interests and professional pursuits that work together to identify unmet needs and create bridges to facilitate change. For 90 years,

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  • The Eastern Hellbender0

    Jamie Spencer

    Governor Tom Wolf penned Senate Bill 9 in Harrisburg Tuesday designating the Eastern Hellbender as Pennsylvania’s very first state amphibian. It was a major victory for us folks in Lycoming County. The bill was sponsored and crafted by my man Gene Yaw. Our Senator was with Governor Tom, other state officials, members of the Chesapeake

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  • Notre Dame Fire Awakens Painful Memories of Some Serious Local Church Fires

    Notre Dame Fire Awakens Painful Memories of Some Serious Local Church Fires0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    When the historic and venerable Church of Notre Dame in Paris was ravaged by a devastating fire last week it no doubt awakened some painful memories for the parishioners and congregants of St. Boniface Catholic Church and the Pine Street United Methodist Church that suffered their own devastating fires on December 5, 1972 and February

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  • Gazette and Bulletin: April 24, 1947 – Tigers Drive Three Hurlers to Cover in Registering 11-4 Win – Norm Scott Fires Great Ball0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    A record crowd of 4,327 at Bowman Field saw the Williamsport Tigers inaugurate the Eastern League’s 25thanniversary season, as the locals defeated Elmira 11-4. It was all joy in Tigertown this morning for yesterday the Tigers playing under their freshman skipper, George Detore and living up to their new moniker unleashed a savage 16-hit attack—nine

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  • Love, Life and Selflessness: Easter Thoughts from Father Manno

    Love, Life and Selflessness: Easter Thoughts from Father Manno0

    Jim Webb

    Father Manno is one of my favorite people in our neighborhood of the West Branch Valley. When we get together, we can talk all day, about everything from the Catholic Church to Ebbets Field and when his dad played for the Boston Braves. Before I get to our discussion about Lent and Easter, just let

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  • Happy Easter0

    Steph Nordstrom

    Hippity hop, y’all. It appears the Easter Bunny is on the way. I am trading in hot sauce for sweets this week. I’ll most likely have a new video up as this issue hits mailboxes, but in the meantime, let’s talk bunny! I’ve said before, I don’t really have a huge sweet tooth. One bite

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  • Dressing the Family this Easter0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    Growing up, each spring my mother would get me a new dress to wear on Easter Sunday. “Get” and “new” being somewhat arbitrary words, because she did not always buy a brand-new dress. Some years, I wore hand-me-downs, some years she made the dress, some years we found a secondhand dress. With two little girls

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  • From Warrior Run to ASU0

    Scott Lowery

    In today’s fast-paced society of ‘I want it all, and I want it now,’ humble beginnings aren’t viewed as the preferred route of choice. But for those who have followed that path good things have often followed. Such is the case for former Warrior Run star quarterback Charlie Fisher who now 39 years later serves

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  • Living Liver Donation: The Gift of Life0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    April is National Donate Life Month and a good time to remind people that organ donation is not just something you agree to upon your death. The 14,000 to 17,000 people currently on the waiting list for a liver transplant don’t need to wait for a donor to die, you could donate today. Liver transplants

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  • Risen Grace: Restored to Purpose0

    Tim Hartzell

    Simon sat on the bow of the boat and watched the eastern sky begin to reveal the first light of day. They had been on the water all night long and had absolutely nothing to show for it. Simon couldn’t sleep because he was confused. Deeply confused. Simon was a fisherman. Bold and confident, he

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  • Gazette and Bulletin: April 15, 1954 – Billies Score 110-87 Win to Capture Cup0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Jackie Leighton, the Eastern Basketball League’s most prolific scorer, went on a spree last night as the Williamsport Billies captured the President’s Cup for the third time and second year in a row by beating the Lancaster Roses 110-87. Leighton scored a season high 41 points as the Billies won the “rubber” game of the

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  • Did You Know This About Williamsport and Lycoming County Baseball History?0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Now that the major league and minor league baseball seasons are now fully underway it might be interesting to take a look at some interesting “factoids” about professional baseball in Williamsport and Lycoming County. Did you know that the man who organized the first major league players’ union played for Williamsport in 1877 and is

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  • The Meaning of Good Friday

    The Meaning of Good Friday0

    Family Features

    Good Friday is a Christian holiday that is celebrated every year on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday. Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary, the location outside of Jerusalem’s walls where the crucifixion took place. Though Good Friday is considered a holiday and is a legal holiday in many

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  • Create colorful Easter eggs

    Create colorful Easter eggs0

    Family Features

    Beautifully colored Easter eggs are a beloved holiday tradition. In many cultures, eggs represent new life, fertility and rebirth. For Christians, the Easter egg is symbolic of the resurrection, or the eternal life, of Jesus Christ. The practice of coloring eggs and offering them as decorative items is embraced during both secular and religious Easter

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  • Create a Sweet Easter Treat

    Create a Sweet Easter Treat0

    Family Features

    This Easter, satisfy guests of all ages with festive cupcakes modeled after the Easter bunny. Bunny Butt Cupcakes Recipe courtesy of Amanda Rettke of “I am baker” Prep time: 45 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 24 • 1 2-layer size white cake mix • 1 tablespoon, plus 2 teaspoons, McCormick Pure Lemon Extract, divided

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  • Easter Symbolism Complements the Holiday

    Easter Symbolism Complements the Holiday0

    Family Features

    Tradition plays an important role in Easter celebrations for many families. Cherished traditions and symbols of Easter may include anything from egg hunts to lilies to lambs. Understanding the importance behind these symbols can make sharing the miracle of Easter that much more special. Eggs Eggs are one of the more recognizable symbols of Easter.

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