Lawrence F. Bassett passed away peacefully on December 26th. He was 79. Larry was the devoted husband of Karen Choate Bassett for 27 years. Mr. Bassett taught English at Williamsport Area High School for 35 years. He was honored as the TEACHER of the YEAR in 1995. Larry was proudly known as the “VOICE of
As the anticipation of Christmas faded in the distance and the new year quickly approached, news media outlets filled their space with ‘lookbacks’ of 2025, which, in all too many instances, recalled a year filled with much tragedy and violence. As a “Webb Weekly” contributor since the first issue of the publication, those who read
Party, party, party – it’s what most folks do on New Year’s Eve to say goodbye to the previous year. Hopefully, our heads have cleared up by now from the revelries of New Year’s Eve, and we can take time to focus on what lies ahead in the coming year. So, steep a pot of
Jigging, no, I’m not about to expand on some kind of fancy dance move, but the term “jigging” is also a common term used to describe a technique frequently utilized by fishermen. Basically, the term “jigging” describes the movement of a bait or lure up and down while suspended at various depths. Many fishermen will
The Holiday Season is winding down, the year is coming to a close, and folks are conjuring up their New Year’s resolutions. There are always the ever-popular promises to oneself to lose weight or to finally set up a budget and get our finances in order. These, however, seem like goals that are easier to
December 25, 336 AD, the first Christmas celebration history books say And every year since it’s been a big day Since 2003 Webb Weekly has been coming your way And the writings of this column are about the sports people play As we take pause during this special time of the year There’s so much
Merry Christmas. My full-time gig is with Susquehanna Marble and Granite. There is never a dull moment. I have been with the company for eight great seasons. I have been exposed to every facet of the countertop business. I am not the strongest, and our rocks are super heavy. I tend to break stuff, and
What’s “Wow Time?” Walk on water time. That’s right, another ice fishing season is underway, and the gang is out walking on the hard water in search of an assortment of fish. I haven’t been out yet, but I know that there are people out on several area lakes, and I’m hoping to join them
‘Tis the season, sports fans. Road trips galore. Jensen and the Williamsport Millionaires keep me busy. My son is now a junior. He is what you would call a role player. Jensen made history last week. He became the first Spencer to ever step on the floor in the second quarter. I spent most of
Although it may be ancient history to many, “Bowling for Dollars” was a popular TV show airing in the 1970s. The show’s format was simple; contestants could win cash and prizes based on their bowling performance. The uproar created by the College Bowl Selection Committee’s December 7 announcement of the twelve teams to participate in
With the regular firearms deer season now behind us, hopefully, you have secured some venison for the family to enjoy over the upcoming months. If not, keep in mind that the statewide flintlock season and late archery season are still in effect, both running from December 26, 2025, to January 19, 2026. For those of
Well, the deer hunting seasons are winding down; then we have the Flintlock Season. During the Flintlock Season, both antlered and antlerless deer can be hunted, and the season runs from Dec. 26-Jan. 19. Obviously, some hunters will not have to pursue that buck any further since they have already been successful. I’m sure, like
