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Apple’s Argylle: A Little Too Smart — and Too Silly0
- Uncategorized
- May 1, 2024
Have you ever watched a super-twisty movie that wound up being too smart for its own good? I’m afraid that’s the case with Apple’s thriller Argylle, currently streaming on a variety of platforms. There is enough good stuff here to keep the film from feeling like a total waste of time; yet the script eventually
READ MOREFree Comic Book Day Saturday May 4th0
- Uncategorized
- May 1, 2024
Worldwide Free Comic Book Day Comes to South Williamsport with Comics for All! Isle Of Comics in South Williamsport is one of the thousands of comic book shops around the world celebrating the largest event in the comic book industry on Saturday, May 4th: Free Comic Book Day (FCBD). Each year, thousands of participating stores
READ MORESome Thoughts on Spring Gobbler Hunting0
- Outdoors
- May 1, 2024
Spring turkey hunting is upon us. The youth spring turkey hunt was on April 27th, and the statewide spring turkey hunt runs from May 4-31. Bear in mind, however, that the legal hunting hours change midway through the season. From May 4-18, hunting begins one-half hour before sunrise and ends at noon; hunters should be
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The Bookworm Sez: “The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians: True Stories of the Magic of Reading” by James Patterson and Matt Eversmann with Chris Mooney0
Last night, you got between the covers and went to South America. It wasn’t difficult. A few days ago, you walked around London in 1888; you were in the future before that; you’ve met con artists, florists, runaways, and heroines, and you didn’t even have to leave your house. You can experience many things with
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Spilling the Secrets to Early Literacy0
For young children, learning to read is a critical step in their educational journeys, as literacy helps build cognitive abilities and language proficiency and has a direct impact on later academic achievement. While there are no shortcuts to early literacy, there are steps parents can take to promote the development of children’s reading abilities. Dr.
READ MOREThe Bookworm Sez0
There’s an alternative, but it’s not always a good one. You can grow old or… well, you could die. Other choices: remain grumpy in your chair or look out the window and see what’s outside. You can have joy or regrets. Gather your years or deny them, keep the gray, or dye your hair, live
READ MOREWhat’s the Best Approach?0
- Outdoors
- March 27, 2024
When it comes to the opening day of trout season, a question I sometimes get, especially from someone just getting into fishing, is, what’s the best way to catch trout? There are people who have written lengthy books on that topic, but in this brief format, here are some things to consider. The truth is
READ MOREThe Good, the Bad & Mulkey0
- Sports
- March 20, 2024
The welcome mat is out! Officially, spring begins this week. To be sure, it is a welcome sight, but in the transitioning world of sports, the changing of the athletic seasons defines the passing of time a bit more succinctly than do the pages of the calendar on the wall. ‘Athletic spring’ actually began a
READ MOREShoe Storage Solutions0
- Home Improvement
- March 20, 2024
Under the couch, near the entry of almost every door and randomly scattered throughout your home, shoes can be one of the most difficult wardrobe staples to keep organized. After assessing your space and the number of shoes you own, consider these storage tips to make containing your favorite footwear a breeze. Chic shelving An
READ MOREWilliamsport Sun: March 12, 1926 – Library Opening at Montgomery Attracts Crowd0
- Old News
- March 13, 2024
Visitors to the Montgomery Public Library building at the official opening yesterday totaled 225, according to the official registry kept by the recording secretary, Hilda Piatt, the assistant librarian. Mrs. Benjamin Shelley reports that out of this number, no less than 100 used the library on the opening day, taking out books from the 3,000
READ MOREWebb’s Weird Words This Week: Od, Bleb, Trug … and a “Water-Clock”0
- Weird Words
- March 6, 2024
As these Weird Word columns seem to strike chord with Webb readers, some of you may wonder just where I find all this oddball vocabulary. Of course there are numerous books listing weird words; but I try to avoid simply ransacking these — and in the same way, I don’t make a habit of grabbing
READ MORETwo-Year-Old Battling Courageously To Overcome Debilitating Lung Disease0
- Local News
- February 28, 2024
In his two-plus years of life, Jaxyn Reynolds has never been outside of a hospital room. He has a debilitating lung disease that has kept him under intensive care since his birth. Born at 29 weeks, Jaxyn’s journey began. What set out to be the expected struggles of a neonatal intensive care unit stay turned
READ MOREMemory Lane: 10 Worthy Memoirs for Winter Reading0
Among the hundreds of books I’ve enjoyed since retiring five years ago, I somehow keep gravitating to memoirs — those fascinating accounts of lives well lived. Or not so well, as the case may be. In this genre, you might encounter history; a little romance, comedy, or nostalgia; interactions with famous figures; or perhaps just
READ MOREThe Junior League of Williamsport Celebrating 95 Years of Service0
- Charity, Local News
- February 21, 2024
The year was 1929 — the year of the “Great Stock Market Crash” that ushered in the Great Depression. Herbert Hoover was President. The first Academy Awards were presented with “Wings” winning Best Picture. The Philadelphia Athletics won the World Series. A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemmingway was published. Foster Grant mass produces sunglasses
READ MOREHoroscopes0
- Horoscopes
- February 14, 2024
ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 Creativity may prove elusive this week, Aries. You want to get into a crafty project but you simply can’t find traction just yet. Don’t give up too soon. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, a distracted friend or loved one may not be good company over the next few days.
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: Lady Liberty has Dropped Her Scales0
- Government, Politics
- February 7, 2024
In 1831, a young French diplomat named Alexis de Tocqueville was charged with researching this country’s penal system but found himself more enamored with our judicial system. After going about the country, he returned to France and put his observations into a book, Democracy in America, published in 1835. It would become one of the
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Environmental Education Expo0
- Outdoors
- February 7, 2024
I suspect most locals are aware of what the Montour Preserve has to offer in the way of outdoor recreation: – A lake for boating and angling – Picnic areas, – Hiking trails, – A great nature center loaded with wildlife mounts and exhibits. The 640-acre nature preserve, a part of the former PPL power
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The Bookworm Sez: “First Lie Wins: A Novel” by Ashley Elston0
Did you get it? Come on, you had plenty of time, opportunity, and you knew exactly where it was, so you don’t have a lot of excuses here. Either you got it, or you didn’t — and if it’s the latter, as in the new novel, “First Lie Wins” by Ashley Elston, you’re gonna wish
READ MOREWilliamsport Sun: January 28, 1939 – Doebler Youth has Three Teeth, Sled Missing – Since Coasting Crash Tuesday NightWilliamsport Sun0
- Old News
- January 31, 2024
Troubles seem to just pile up on Theodore Doebler, 10, Williamsport R.D. 1, who was badly injured in a coasting accident Tuesday night on unprotected Packer Street hill. Examinations at Williamsport Hospital have disclosed that Theodore had three teeth knocked out in the accident, which also produced double fractures to each of his legs when
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The Bookworm Sez: “Necessary Death: What Horror Movies Teach Us About Navigating the Human Experience” by Chris Grosso and Preston Fassel0
You almost jumped out of your skin. For sure, you yelped a little when the mutant killer showed up on-screen with his gleaming weapon, popping up behind the pretty teenager. You couldn’t had to watch and now you can’t wait for the next good scare. But first, read “Necessary Death” by Chris Grosso and Preston
READ MORELet’s Call it 20240
- Editorials
- January 3, 2024
Happy New Year! Three easy words to say — let’s hope and pray they ring true for 2024. I wish everyone a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year. The year 2024. I have trouble wrapping my thoughts around that, even though I’ve been blessed to live my way there for over half a century. It
READ MOREHappy New Year!0
- Editorials
- January 3, 2024
“I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes, then you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself, changing your world. You’re doing things you’ve never done before, and more importantly, you’re doing something.” —Neil Gaiman Well, y’all, I did it.
READ MOREOvercoming Duplicity0
- Faith
- January 3, 2024
Note: This is the eleventh article in a series called Overcoming the Five Failures of Us. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. Revelation 3:1-3, “To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds;
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The Bookworm Sez: History Books Winter 2023 by various authors0
You remember winters like this. Short, cloudy days, long stormy nights, both perfect for curling up with a warm blanket and reading until it’s time for bed — and then reading there, too. So this winter, why not cuddle with one of these great unique history books…? For readers who love to compare life a
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin: December 31, 1931 – Survey Shows City Has Made Substantial Progress0
- Old News
- December 27, 2023
While most cities during the past year were busy trying to hold their own and keep going, Williamsport, a survey shows, not only maintained its regular industries, but added several more to its already diversified list. Industries that have been established in the city continued to grow and, in several instance, made extensive improvements in
READ MORENorthern Harrier0
- Outdoors
- December 27, 2023
I’m sure it comes as no surprise that my work as a wildlife artist often has me gawking at all kinds of wildlife every time I head out the door. Of course, almost everybody enjoys seeing different kinds of wildlife, and It’s not unusual if someone spots a bear, fisher, bobcat, or bald eagle that
READ MOREThe Bookworm Sez: Winter Books on the Royal Family by various authors0
Chances are, you do not live in a castle. You don’t have a moat or a drawbridge or even a guard in a high furry hat. The only throne you have is, well, never mind. The point is, you’re probably not royalty but you can surely read about those who are… About that castle: you
READ MOREThe Bookworm Sez: Fall Cookbooks for Your Entertainment by various authors0
The smells coming from the kitchen are making your mouth water. The guests have started arriving, you’ll pull things out of the oven soon, and then you’ll begin collecting compliments. The holidays are the best time to entertain, so look for these great food books and cookbooks to enhance your splashy party, simple meal, or
READ MORECoaching for Dollars0
- Sports
- December 6, 2023
With the utmost respect for Thomas Jefferson and his fellow Declaration of Independence signees, as the month-long college bowl season is about to commence — we hold these truths to be self-evident: Ohio State can’t beat Michigan, Penn State can’t beat either one, and some college boosters and administrations are shelling out millions of dollars
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Meagan’s Box Foundation Making Christmas Brighter for Children in Need0
- Local News
- November 29, 2023
Meagan Murray has always been interested in helping others and improving their lives. It was with that in mind that at the age of 15, she used her birthday money, and money collected in yard sales she held that year, to purchase and collect 36 gifts to give to the women and children who would
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