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Outside shooting and defense help give Loyalsock 61-44 win over State College0
- Basketball, Sports
- December 28, 2018
By BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly STATE COLLEGE—Loyalsock’s offense has been outstanding all season. The Lancers have averaged nearly 50 points per game, topped the 100-mark once, and have finished each game with multiple double-digit scorers. The offense has been great, but the defense finally got a chance to shine during the State
READ MORELoyalsock opens Holiday Tournament at State College with 72-37 win over Strath Haven0
- Basketball, Sports
- December 27, 2018
By BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly STATE COLLEGE—The one knock on Loyalsock in the early portions of the season has been its lack of depth after the starting five players. Although the numbers might not be exactly where it wants, Loyalsock’s bench proved its worth during the opening day of the State College
READ MORERoss scores 22 points in three quarters to lead Loyalsock to a 64-48 win over rival Montoursville0
- Basketball, Sports
- December 21, 2018
By BRETT R. CROSSLEY For the Webb Weekly MONTOURSVILLE—For the first time in a long time Loyalsock’s Gerald Ross sat on the bench at the start of a basketball game. Ross could have sat there inattentive and indifferent to the game unfolding in front of him, but he didn’t. He was engaged, helpful on timeouts,
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Watkins Overcomes Injury to Continue Brilliant High School Career at Loyalsock0
- Sports
- December 19, 2018
When Connor Watkins walked off the field at Bloomsburg fans and players thought it would be the final time they would see him in a Loyalsock uniform. There were tears, jeers, and plenty of fears as he left the field with an injury that looked severe. The only person who wasn’t worried about getting back
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The Giving Tree Courtesy of St. Ann Catholic Church0
- Charity, Local News
- December 19, 2018
While not a Christmas story, “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein is a wonderful children’s book with a message that resonates with everyone. It is a touching reminder of the importance of family and giving at this time of year. The story is about a tree’s sacrifice for the love of a boy. At first,
READ MOREFrom ‘the Cheap Seats’0
- Sports
- December 19, 2018
It was as if time had suddenly stopped as the high-arching three-point shot launched by a Northeast Bradford player almost seemed destined to hit the heating vents suspended high above the Montgomery Community & Athletic Center gym. When gravity intervened the seemingly desperate shot found nothing but white nylon cord tying the Panthers game against
READ MOREThe Winter Season is Here!0
- Sports
- December 12, 2018
The fall leaves and cool temperatures are giving way to empty trees and temperatures that force most people to rethink trips outside. The winter season is officially upon us, which means the long drives, crafty moves on the soccer pitch, and shifty shots on the tennis court will be moved to the back until next
READ MOREGerry’s World0
- Editorials
- November 28, 2018
Even in death, Gerry Ayers marched to the beat of his own drum. Or maybe a better way to say it is that he drove to the sound of his own music. He was truly one of the good guys that just had a little different approach to life than most, or maybe I should
READ MOREDistrict 4 Athletes Continue to Prove Themselves on the Next Level0
- Sports
- November 28, 2018
District 4 has continued to prove itself with top athletes makings statements at the highest levels. This fall season was no different as surprises and championships jumped out for highlights throughout the three-month-long season. There are plenty of standouts to look back on, but here are just a few as the fall season comes to
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A Quick Update on Alize and Kev.0
- Sports
- November 21, 2018
Alize Johnson took the area by storm when he was selected in the second round of the NBA draft. The 6’9″ lanky athletic forward from Williamsport then had an incredible summer league with the Indiana Pacers. He became an instant fan favorite, and his incredible nose for the ball turned several heads. Johnson averaged 12.4
READ MORELoyalsock to Host ‘Teacher of the Year’ Program0
- Events
- November 14, 2018
The Loyalsock Township School District is honored to host and evening with our 2018 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Jennifer Wahl. The community is invited to attend our program on November 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., and to hear Jennifer share her educational journey from high school through today. Jennifer R. Wahl has been
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: Broadband or Bust0
- Local News, Politics
- November 14, 2018
Lycoming County is the largest county in area in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, covering over 1,200 square miles. That is a larger area than the entire state of Massachusetts. But, unlike the Bay State, which has 6.8 million people living there, Lycoming County has about 114,000 residents. Though this figures out to a population density
READ MOREFinal River of the Year Program Peeks beneath the Surface0
- Environment, Local News
- November 14, 2018
As the celebration of the Pennsylvania 2018 River of the Year – the Loyalsock Creek – winds down, residents of and visitors to the watershed are invited to gather one last time to show their Loyalsock Love. Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association, Inc., the lead nominating organization for this statewide designation, invites you to A Year in
READ MOREUptown Music Collective Kicks Off Performance Season with a Tribute to 1970’s Arena Rock Bands0
On November 16th and 17th at 7:30 p.m. the students of the Uptown Music Collective will celebrate the school’s 30th Major Performance, by paying tribute to the big hair, big voices, and really big guitars of the style known as “Anthem Rock”, “Dad Rock”, “Corporate Rock”, or most commonly “Arena Rock”. The performance, More Than
READ MOREA T-Van and JRT Air Views0
- Arts
- October 31, 2018
There’s going to come a time, and it should be fun, that our pets will be able to communicate to us with more than a mere bark or meow. Some type of app, linked to their brain, plugged into our laptop or cell phone will expose their thoughts, channel and funnel them, then translate them
READ MOREUPMC Susquehanna Partners with West Branch Drug and Alcohol Abuse Commission to Prevent Prescription Drugs from Hitting the Streets0
- Health, Local News
- October 24, 2018
UPMC Susquehanna is partnering with West Branch Drug and Alcohol Abuse Commission to host drug take back week, Oct. 21–27. The organizations are encouraging community members to remove unused prescription medication form their households and deposit them in standing drug return drop box locations throughout the community. “Given the opioid crisis we face in Pennsylvania,
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
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October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month0
- Health
- October 3, 2018
Breast Cancer is one of the biggest and perhaps scariest health threats that women face (though some men sometimes suffer it). October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the observation of it helps to shine a light on this serious health problem. Information and understanding of breast cancer is one of the most important goals
READ MORERain Soaked Fields and Games Highlight the First Month of the High School Season0
Rain has soaked the area fields and teams, and given us a start to the fall season rarely seen in this area of the country. The entire run has been one big adjustment as schedules are shifted, weeks are overloaded, and field crews are putting in extra time to get games in on time. It’s
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 MOREGood Enough0
- Sports
- September 26, 2018
Schedule makers had extinguished the Friday Night lights for the greater Williamsport high school football teams on the season’s fourth weekend as Loyalsock, Montoursville, South Williamsport and Williamsport all boarded buses for road trips of various lengths. South Williamsport had the shortest journey as the Mounties took their perfect 3-0 record onto the Muncy Indians
READ MOREFor Better or Worse One Click or Push of a Button Can Change Everything0
- Sports
- September 26, 2018
With the click of a mouse, the push of a few buttons, or the press of a thumb against a screen a person’s entire world can change for the better or worse in this new world in which we live. Social Media dominates the scene, and in this new landscape players, coaches, and parents navigate
READ MOREVogelsong Makes Adjustments to Lead Williamsport to Shutout Win Over Shikellamy0
- Sports
- September 19, 2018
Every day we are given opportunities to learn from mistakes, accomplishments, and the highs and lows associated with life. As a young athlete attempting to make it on the varsity stage, there will be plenty of those chances to become a better player or person. Sometimes it’s clear for everybody to see —a player fumbling
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: What a Ride!0
- Local News
- September 12, 2018
By the time you read this column, the 9/11 Memorial Ride will probably have come and gone. If you live in Lycoming County, there is a good chance that you had the opportunity to see the waves and waves of motorcycles going by with their American flags waving behind them. With thousands of riders each
READ MOREMari Houseknecht on Pace for an Outstanding Season With the Lancers0
- Sports
- September 11, 2018
It’s always a difficult challenge to make your first varsity start as a young competitor. Try making it the first start of your career, and it’s easy to see how special the start to Loyalsock’s Mari Houseknecht’s career has been. Loyalsock coach Ben Comfort kept tabs on Houseknecht all through the offseason, waiting for her
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17th 9-11 Memorial Coalition Motorcycle Ride To Take Place Tuesday, September 110
- Arts, Local News
- September 5, 2018
The presentation of a donated drone to local law enforcement officials, and remarks from a former combat Medevac pilot as a guest speaker, are among the highlights of this year’s 17th Annual 9-11 Memorial Motorcycle Ride, which will take place on the roads of Lycoming County this coming Tuesday, September 11. Sara Christiansen, a former
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: Wet Weather Woes1
- Local News
- August 29, 2018
If it seems that we have had a very wet summer, it is because we have. National Weather Service reports that 11.99 inches of rain (let’s call it 12 inches), fell in Williamsport in the month of July, with the normal amount being 4.34 inches. July 2018 ranks as the wettest July on record, shattering
READ MOREBack to Reality0
- Editorials
- August 22, 2018
The Little League World Series is winding down and we are closing in on the end of summer. Kids will be heading back to school and this Friday will bring us the first Friday night football games. Speaking of, Webb Weekly Live and Cable Sports Live are back this year to bring you two great
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin: August 21, 1948 – Pennsylvania Champs Top Florida in National Finals0
- Local News
- August 15, 2018
Lock Haven, Pennsylvania state champions, came up with four runs yesterday in fourth inning yesterday afternoon to gain a 6-5 victory over St. Petersburg, Fla. And cart home the Keds National Little League Tournament crown won last year by Williamsport Maynard. And in the consolation contest, Hammonton, N.J. easily stopped Williamsport Loyalsock 10-1, in a
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The Dream Team2
- Sports
- August 15, 2018
A lot has changed since the very first Little League World Series. The national exposure these boys receive is off the charts nowadays. ESPN and their affiliates not only cover the entire tournament, but they are now televising many of the regional games. It’s insane. Don’t get me wrong folks. I’m loving every minute, and
READ MOREA Summertime Staple0
- Sports
- August 8, 2018
My son and I had a great conversation here recently. The nine-year-old was proudly telling me all about the first few days of his basketball camp. Jensen was having a blast, and he explained everything that took place in that little gym. We talked free throws, hotshot competitions, full-court dribbling, and no-look passes for an
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31st Annual Loyalsock Valley Antique Farm Machinery Show0
- Arts, Events, Local News
- August 1, 2018
If you enjoy the roar and belching of engines and like antique farm machinery on display and in action, then the Consolidated Sportsmen’s Grounds along Route 87 in Plunketts Creek Township is the place for you this weekend, August 2 to 5. Gravely garden tractors will be the featured tractor at this year’s Show. “Because
READ MOREAnnual LaFesta Takes Place August 3, 4 and 50
- Events, Local News
- August 1, 2018
The enjoyment of all things Italian is the outstanding feature of the annual LaFesta event that will take place this Friday, August 3, Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5 at the Sons of Italy in downtown Williamsport. If you look up LaFesta in a dictionary, you may get a couple of different meanings. One
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