The first snow and cold was right on time for the opening of buck season. It reminded me of days gone by when the winter weather always welcomed in the season. I have always loved getting out in the woods and enjoying the beauty of that fresh blanket of snow. This year was special for
READ MOREAn origami workshop in which a modular Candy Cane will be produced is being offered at the Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society. The workshop will be held at the museum, Sunday, December 15, in three sessions, at 1:15 p.m., at 2:30 p.m., and at 3:45 p.m. Well-known artist Victoria Stetts
READ MOREHoliday celebrations tend to bring out everyone’s best and brightest, and this year you can pair the sparkle and magic of the season with the heartwarming comfort of cozy foods. Eye-catching decor boasting holiday reds, greens and golds becomes even more inviting when complemented by favorite wintery snacks that enhance the holiday spirit. Spend a
READ MORE‘Tis the season to bring family and friends together for some festive fun. When it comes to decorating and hosting parties, popcorn can make it easy to create edible decor for the dessert table, parting gifts for loved ones and munchable snacks to enjoy all the while. For example, these Holiday Wreath Popcorn Treats and
READ MOREThere is nothing like the magic of Santa. I remember as a little girl I would lie in bed and try to listen to him landing on the roof. The thought of hearing the hoofs from all the reindeer and bells from the sleigh made me so excited. I’d lie there for what felt like
READ MOREClose competition between brothers marked the second running of the running the Young Men’s Bureau Annual Jalopy Derby with Lloyd Cotner of 325 Eldred Street placing first and his brother, William, placing second. Upwards of 3,000 spectators saw the running of the Derby on Market Street Hill between Washington Boulevard and Fifth Street yesterday. The
READ MORELycoming County United Way Partners with Lycoming College to Plant a Hope Garden A national mental health movement, The Yellow Tulip Project (YTP), has made its way to Williamsport. The Lycoming County United Way has planted the first of many Hope Gardens in our area. The movement’s goal is to crush the stigma around mental
READ MORESo last week I put a call out on Facebook to help find Jimmy a buck picture to include in his article. Turns out, we ended up with a couple of extras that I didn’t have room for on Jimmy’s page. Since I feel kinda bad Jimmy was only able to include one in his
READ MOREStarting with parades and ending with family meals, Thanksgiving provides all-day opportunities for celebrating life’s special moments with those nearest and dearest to your heart. Waking up to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a tradition that brings smiles and happiness for many families, and this year, an iconic brand will join the festivities.
READ MOREOn Wednesday, Oct. 19, and Friday, October 21 help pack 150,000 meals & learn what God is doing through Experience Missions! Discover how to engage your church/small group (all ages) by sponsoring Quarter Gaylord Units. We’re looking forward to seeing you, your family, youth groups, and more at this year’s Missions Expo! Event Location: Experience
READ MORETaking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet consistent choices that help you and your family through transitions at school, the office or wherever your days take you. To help you establish (or re-establish) healthy habits during mealtime and beyond,
READ MOREHere we are — another year has gone by. I swear this year went quicker than the last. They say the older we get, the faster time goes, and I believe it. I’m not even that darn old and already ask, “where does the time go!?” I just pray that this year, 2022, will be
READ MOREMy tribute to volunteer firefighters, “God Made a Volunteer Firefighter,” based on Paul Harvey’s essay, “God Made a Farmer,” was one of the most read articles of mine in 2021. But little did I realize that my article only hinted at the incredible commitment, generosity, and just plain grit that our area firefighters and those
READ MOREEntertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about a main course that calls all to the table. What often makes a festive gathering more fruitful is a spread of delicious appetizers, delightful drinks and divine desserts that keep loved ones coming back to the kitchen for more. For appetizing dishes from the first guest at
READ MOREWhat an absolutely amazing job Jersey Shore High School Football Head Coach Tom Gravish has done in building a football dynasty in Bulldogland. I have known my whole football lifetime that the Dawgs should be hanging championships on a regular basis, as have most football folks in our area. I don’t know if anybody could
READ MORE“Christmas Memories, Of Happy Years Gone ByThey Come Back to me, and Keep me Warm InsideStill Those Memories, Make me Cry” It’s Christmas in the late ‘80s. I’m four years old, with a brand-new baby brother this Christmas. I really wanted a sister, like so bad, but the moment I laid eyes on him on
READ MOREThe numbers tell the tale when it comes to just how good black bear hunting opportunities are in Pennsylvania these days. In the six and a half decades between 1915 and 1979, Keystone State hunters typically harvested 398 bears a year. That jumps to 424 if you exclude the four years – 1934, 1970, 1977
READ MOREThe plight of the homeless in Lycoming County was brought into a stark and tragic spotlight two weeks ago when the body of a homeless man was found along the River Walk. Precise numbers for the amount of homelessness here is hard to obtain. Numerous attempts are made to quantify the amount, but those who
READ MORECOVID-19 is the latest crisis and has garnered plenty of media attention with good reason. Public health emergencies are just one way that the 2-1-1 information and referral service is helping. 2-1-1 is part of a nationwide network, and in Pennsylvania, PA 2-1-1 is powered, and in large part funded by United Way of Pennsylvania
READ MOREIt’s becoming clear that you’d really like a kitchen where two of you can cook at the same time. A playroom that’s not the living room. Increasingly it seems like there are too many people and not enough bathrooms. Or maybe you’re looking ahead and want your place to be safer and more usable as
READ MOREThis week marks the 211th anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Still, most people do not realize that this beloved political icon has a significant tie to Williamsport. With that same connection, Williamsport is also linked to legendary pioneer woodsman, Daniel Boone. William Winters was a land speculator and landowner from the area near
READ MOREThe Pajama Factory’s annual GREEN-O-REE will be held Saturday, April 20th! Come celebrate all things ‘green’ at our Spring Sustainability Festival The Pajama Factory’s annual Spring Festival is back – bigger and better than ever. At the Pajama Factory, sustainability is a core value, and we wanted an event to celebrate just that. With more
READ MORELike many of you, I gathered with a bevy of friends to watch the Super Bowl which has been a tradition of ours for many years. Yep, lots of food, friendship, and conversation; all wrapped around the final football game of the year. The NFL likes to bill it as the greatest sporting event of
READ MOREBy 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,
READ MOREDistrict 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
READ MOREFor more than 75 years, the Newberry Lions Fair has been one of the most anticipated fun, carnival-type events in the area. This longtime favorite is taking place again this year from May 1 to 5 outside Bowman Field. The Newberry Lions Club was organized and chartered on March 10, 1942, by International Association of
READ MOREEveryone knows about calling 911 when there is an emergency requiring the police, fire, or ambulance services. What is not nearly as well known is calling 211, the number for information on available social services. At a recent County Commissioners Meeting, Jack McKernan distributed pamphlets to the “Help Line” serving North-Eastern Pennsylvania, including Lycoming County.
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