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  • Words of Eternal Life: Etymology for Easter0

    “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” That’s how the Apostle John opens his gospel about the life of Christ. Though ancient Greek does not distinguish between upper- and lower-case letters, translators capitalize “Word” here because the last two clauses clearly show that it refers

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  • The Bookworm Sez: “Life After Power: Seven Presidents and their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House” by Jared Cohen

    The Bookworm Sez: “Life After Power: Seven Presidents and their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House” by Jared Cohen0

    To be continued… Argh, you just finished Part One and now you have to wait a week, a month, an entire season or even a year before you know what happens and the cliffhanger is solved. Part One had you on the edge of your seat. But as in “Life After Power” by Jared Cohen,

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  • Shining Moments on the Local Hardwoods0

    As it has done for years, Hershey’s Giant Center ushered in spring’s arrival, rolling out the red carpet and hosting the annual Pennsylvania private & charter school invitational, formally known as the PIAA State High School basketball finals. Twenty-four teams, 12 boys and 12 girls squared off in the six PIAA classifications, aiming to take

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  • March ‘Madness’0

    As the NCAA’s annual hoop frenzy enters its Sweet Sixteen round of play this weekend, many fans’ brackets have already been busted, while fans of the remaining teams in the field are giddy with excitement over what could be. Oh yes, March Madness, a term first coined by Henry Porter, an Illinois high school official,

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  • UPMC Physician: Colonoscopies Save Lives0

    Every March, the health community focuses on colorectal cancer awareness. Colon cancer is the fourth most common cancer that affects Pennsylvanians — in 2020, 5,688 cases were reported and 2,342 of these cases ended in death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). When caught early, colon cancer is easier to treat

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  • Bobwhite Quail Back in PA0

    A wildlife species native to Pennsylvania but long missing is back home again. The Pennsylvania Game Commission today released 50 bobwhite quail on the grounds of Letterkenny Army Depot in Franklin County. That brings to 76 the number of bobwhites planted on site in recent weeks, with one more release to go. The birds —

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  • What to Know About Mortgage Preapproval0

    Shopping for and ultimately purchasing a home can feel like a day at an amusement park. Much like a ride on a roller coaster, buying a home can be both exciting and a little scary, and those peaks and valleys have been even more profound in recent years, when the real estate market has been

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  • Be Awoken by Faith, Not Fear and Hatred0

    There has never been a time when one’s faith has been more important. There has also never been a time when one’s faith is being tested by fear and division. We witnessed this on many levels this past week. As we have now sprung ahead into daylight savings time, let’s talk about what is most

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  • Happy St. Patrick’s Day0

    I’ve mentioned before that I am not Irish. I am a whole lotta Italian, with a little German sprinkled in for funsies. But alas wee lads and lassies, I don’t see any harm in finding the Irish spirit and having some St. Patrick’s Day fun! But before you don your green clothes and wish on

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  • UPMC Expert: No Matter Age, Early Detection Key for Cancer Care0

    The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that a little over 1.9 million people have been diagnosed with cancer in 2023 — and more than 609,820 will die. To help reduce cancer deaths, the ACS recommends a wide range of cancer screenings to promote early detection over your lifetime. While some screenings are specifically for men

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  • Uptown Music Collective Set for One-Night-Only Irish Rock Tribute0

    On March 16th at 7:30 p.m., the Uptown Music Collective will bring a one-night-only musical experience, “Rattle and Hum: A Celebration of U2 and Irish Rock,” to the Community Arts Center in Williamsport, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. This event, presented in partnership with UPMC North Central Pa and UPMC Health Plan, celebrates

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  • Memorable Moments in NCAA Men’s Tournament History0

    College basketball fans have it made each March. Come March, scores of college hoops fans anxiously anticipate the tipoff to March Madness, which is a widely used nickname for the wildly popular NCAA Tournament, a single-elimination battle featuring 68 teams competing over seven rounds. Each team aspires to win the championship, but only one can

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  • An Ode to Uncle Chuck0

    The circle of life is hard. The older we get. The more frequently it happens. This week, I received the news. Another loved one gone too soon. It leaves us with so many questions. I was born in Pipestone, MN — a small town in the prairie near the border of South Dakota. My grandparents,

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  • What Seniors Should Know About Prediabetes0

    Most seniors recognize that routine visits to their physicians are an important component of preventive health care. Annual physicals are important for everyone, but they’re especially important for individuals 65 and older who may be more vulnerable to disease and various other health conditions than younger adults. The National Institute on Aging reports that millions

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  • Memory 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

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  • The Face of College Basketball0

    I would like to give a little love to Iowa’s Caitlin Clark. She is fantastic to watch — incredible player. Unbelievable scoring guard. I will go out of my way to tune in. She is that good. Caitlin became the ALL-TIME LEADING scorer in Women’s NCAA history here recently. Clark is only 99 points shy

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  • Faith Q&A: What is Truth?0

    When considering questions about the Christian faith, “What is truth?” should be high on everyone’s list. Truth is hard to identify these days. We look to experts for truth, but it appears many professionals, politicians, and preachers are being driven by personal agendas that shape their version of the truth. If something is to be

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  • The Junior League of Williamsport Celebrating 95 Years of Service0

    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

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  • Billies Basketball0

    A 75-yard game-winning overtime drive engineered by Patrick Mahomes gave the Kansas City Chiefs the Super Bowl victory, their third NFL title in five years, and put the finishing touches to the past football season in dramatic fashion.  Local sports attention now switches to the upcoming high school basketball and wrestling tournaments underway to crown

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  • County Hall Corner: The 21st Century Freedom Riders0

    Originally, there were eight holidays that everyone knew about. There were the major holidays of Christmas and Easter, along with Independence Day (July 4) and Thanksgiving Day (4th Thursday in November). The minor ones were: Lincoln’s Birthday (February 12), Washington’s Birthday (February 22), Memorial Day (last Monday in May), and Labor Day (First Monday in

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  • Faith Q&A: Does God Exist?0

    Part Two The famous author, H.G. Wells, once observed, “If there is no God, nothing matters.” His statement was the topic of my previous “Does God Exist?” article. Previous articles are always available online at http://www.webbweekly.com. Wells’s quote included a second observation: “If there is a God, nothing else matters.” Remember, only one person can

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  • UPMC Expert: Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder0

    Have you noticed general lower energy, and are feeling sad more often now that the days are shorter, and the weather is colder? If so, you may have a mood disorder called seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is a form of depression triggered by circumstances connected to seasonal changes, like fewer hours of sunlight, but

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  • Love and President’s Day Reality0

    Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone. Please don’t forget that special someone in your life on a day intended to show and celebrate your feelings. Maybe it’s your spouse or someone you’re hoping will be. Maybe you and the person you love now have children to celebrate on Valentine’s Day. I have always loved getting my kids

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  • Thomas T. Taber Museum: Inaugurates Digital Guide0

    The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Museum is one of the finest cultural assets in northcentral Pennsylvania. It preserves and highlights Lycoming County and the surrounding area’s rich history. In a bid to improve bringing this precious cultural asset to more people, the museum has launched a digital guide. They have

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  • Six Valentine’s Day Traditions

    Six Valentine’s Day Traditions0

    Valentine’s Day is a day of love nestled in the middle of February. Sweethearts use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to show the people they care about just how deep those feelings run. A 2023 survey from the National Retail Federation found consumers expected to spend $25.9 billion on Valentine’s Day, up from $23.9 billion

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  • Williamsport Symphony Orchestra Presents “The King of Instruments: The Organ” Concert on February 13, 2024, at Community Arts Center.

    Williamsport Symphony Orchestra Presents “The King of Instruments: The Organ” Concert on February 13, 2024, at Community Arts Center.0

    The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Gerardo Edelstein is thrilled to share its upcoming concert, “The King of Instruments: The Organ,” scheduled for February 13, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Arts Center (@caclive). Join Maestro Edelstein and the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening featuring the mesmerizing sounds of the

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  • County Hall Corner: Lady Liberty has Dropped Her Scales0

    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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  • Local Artist Wins Negro League Themed Art Contest0

    Beth DeJesus England has always had a passion for art. It has been something she has loved for as long as she can remember. Her talent for art recently yielded her national recognition when she won the Jerry Malloy Negro League Baseball Research Conference’s Art Contest with her painting of the outfield of the 1924-1927

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  • Does Tea Have Medicinal Properties?0

    The common cold can strike at any time of year, but most people likely associate colds with winter. Colds tend to spread more easily in winter, when people typically spend more time indoors with windows closed, thus making it easier for colds and other viruses to spread. Many people have their own remedies when it

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  • Faith Q&A: Does God Exist?0

    This is the second article in a series called Faith Q&A. Previous articles are always available online at http://www.webbweekly.com. Does God exist? This is the primal faith question because every other faith question is predicated on its answer. This article won’t answer that question for you. It can’t. You’re the only person who can answer

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  • UPMC Physician: Awareness, Proactive Screening Has an Impact on Cervical Cancer0

    Cervical cancer is the most common gynecologic cancer among women. The American Cancer Society estimates about 13,960 new cases of invasive cervical cancer were diagnosed and about 4,310 women died from cervical cancer in 2023. Cervical cancer was once one of the most common causes of cancer death for American women. Fortunately, according to the

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  • County Hall Corner: Rethinking the Future0

    I taught an elective course on Future Studies at a business college in Europe. The students were quite interested in knowing what skills and possibilities in employment would be out there when they entered the working world. It is obviously a shaky science as we have no way of knowing the future and, at best,

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  • A Rerun?0

    Every so often to lighten the late-night mood, I find myself tuning in to WNEP-2 to catch reruns of the old Johnny Carson late-night show. While Carson’s monologue and guests are not timely, they remain funny and entertaining. Unlike the current late-night lineup of Carson wannabes whose mission seems to be hurling unfunny insulting jabs

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