Home renovation projects were high on homeowners’ priority lists during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout much of 2020, people across the globe were forced to spend much of their time at home as leaders and governments across the globe sought to prevent the spread of COVID-19. More time at home compelled millions
READ MOREHow do you do? Howdy. Hey, there. Hello. Hi, how are you? It’s polite to greet people when you meet them for the first time, and respectful, too. Furthermore, it’s human nature to want to be liked, to find common ground and get along. Read the new book “How to Win Friends and Influence Fungi,”
READ MOREThe idea of giving your home a thorough cleaning each spring is very appealing, but can also be overwhelming. It may even seem impossible, given today’s busy lifestyles, active children – and especially pets. You may love your pets, but the fur and stains they leave behind make it even more challenging to keep your
READ MOREDevices that allow you to stay connected to your home from virtually anywhere are all the rage. If you’re looking to seamlessly integrate innovative solutions into your home for added convenience, security and peace of mind, you’ll need smart tech with the right features. The experts at Masonite, a global industry leader in interior and
READ MOREFor those beginning the process of home buying, there are many factors to consider. Keep these ideas in mind as you conduct your search – whether it’s online or at a series of open houses. Consider Future Needs Because life is always evolving, it’s important to move into a home that has enough space for
READ MOREEating healthy can be a hard thing to do. We have so many good foods that tempt us on any given day. The donuts in the break room for breakfast. Stopping for fast food on lunch break because you didn’t have time to pack. Quick Starbucks stop for one of their fancy drinks during a
READ MOREMold is a type of fungi that is found both indoors and outdoors. When mold grows inside, the health of people who spend time in the home or business where it grows can be in jeopardy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, moldy environments may cause stuffy nose, wheezing, red or itchy
READ MOREThis is the last of the stories from our staycation at the river, except this one didn’t actually happen at the river. In ten days with four people, you sure can accumulate lots of towels and dirty clothes. Obviously, we have no washer and dryer in the camper, so the past few years, over our
READ MOREI don’t know about the rest of y’all, but I have been getting killed at the grocery store lately. Egg prices have finally come back down, but everything else seems to be getting more expensive. I spent over $100 at the grocery store this week without even buying any ground beef, chicken, or other ‘high
READ MOREIt’s funny how you see or hear something, and it takes you back to something you hadn’t thought about in years. Today my son Tyler was getting ready to go fishing at the river. It’s hot, and the sun is bright. I packed him some snacks in my lunch box and made sure he had
READ MOREOver a five-year period beginning in 2015 and 2019, fire departments across the United States responded to roughly 347,000 home structure fires per year. That data, courtesy of the National Fire Protection Association, underscores the significance of home fire protection measures. Smoke detectors are a key component of fire protection, but there’s much more homeowners
READ MORECharles (Chuck) Kiessling proves the adage that the squeaky wheel does get the grease, even if the wheel has to squeak for ten years or more. At long, long last, Coroner Kiessling has a new facility for the work of the Lycoming County Coroner’s Department. It is located at 3341 Wahoo Drive in Williamsport, which
READ MOREIf you’re like most Americans, health is an important aspect of your resolutions when each new year rolls around. While factors like diet and exercise are keys to healthy living, so are the ways you care for your home and belongings. Your home living environment plays a major role in your health and comfort, so
READ MOREAre you a lover of Valentine’s Day, or think it’s just a holiday for companies to make more money? You either love it or hate it. I can take it or leave, but I have found myself enjoying it more since I’ve had kids and appreciate it more now that I am older. My husband
READ MOREYes, I know. It’s only February. But honestly, I prefer to get ‘Spring Cleaning’ done during the winter. Why? Because I would rather enjoy the spring. Get out of the house, and do something fun! I don’t want to waste the nice weather being inside cleaning. At the very least, I’d rather use the nice
READ MOREAs Paul Harvey always said — Now, the rest of the story. When I picked up the phone to call my brother, I couldn’t wait to hear his thoughts on my idea. I had thought for months about what I would do and knew it would be in the spring at the cabin or river
READ MORE2022 was here and gone before I knew it. It was a year that has gone faster than any other year. It’s honestly unbelievable. I was never as far behind on Christmas as I was this year. Each year I tell myself to get with it earlier, and then BAM, it’s November, and I have
READ MORENo sooner has the hubbub of Halloween settled down then Thanksgiving comes along, and it’s non-stop until New Year’s Day. At least, it feels that way, with it seeming to speed up each year. As we prepare for another Thanksgiving, I, of course, am thinking about what to wear for my family and me. Like
READ MOREThough a very common injury for athletes, ankle injuries can happen to anyone at any time. Hiking down your favorite local trail, walking down the stairs with a loaded laundry basket, or mowing the grass in the backyard and stepping into that ditch you’ve been meaning to fill in — it can happen to anyone.
READ MOREPolice resorted today to confining young offenders to the County Jail in an effort to halt the expanding list of burglaries and thefts committed by juveniles this month. In the background were complaints submitted late Wednesday and today of four new burglaries and three larcenies from automobiles. Some of the burglaries yielded little or no
READ MOREContaminated water supplies pose a significant threat to human health. According to the World Health Organization, contaminated water is linked to a host of diseases, including cholera, diarrhea, dysentery, and hepatitis A, among others. Sources of drinking water are subject to contamination, and many people may have no idea if their water is safe for
READ MOREFor those beginning the process of home buying, there are many factors to consider. Keep these ideas in mind as you conduct your search – whether it’s online or at a series of open houses. Consider future needs Because life is always evolving, it’s important to move into a home that has enough space for
READ MORESurprising home upgrade ideas Not all great things come in big packages, and home upgrades are an example of the truth in this wisdom. Unexpected, smaller spaces may not get the same attention as high-traffic areas like kitchens, bathrooms and living areas, but their impact can be just as powerful. Get inspired to make improvements
READ MORECats have a special place in the hearts of millions of people. These wily rascals can be flirty, funny or even aloof. The personality of cats, coupled with their compact size, makes them ideal pets for homes of all sizes. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says approximately 1.3 million cats
READ MOREI think it’s safe to say that it’s tough out there today. There is so much going on in the world — drugs, rape, murder, poverty, hunger, abuse, insane inflation, racism, sexism, the rest of the -isms, health concerns, money concerns, trying to find enough hours in the day to get everything done that needs
READ MOREThe Clinton County SPCA has been serving and protecting the animals of Clinton County for more than 70 years. In a bid to raise money to help continue this good work, they will be holding a Furry 5K and Dog Jog this Saturday, July 23. The event is located at the Castanea Picnic Grounds in
READ MOREI’m one of those few people who LOVE to grocery shop. I enjoy walking up and down the isles to see what goodies I can find and prepare my family for the next two weeks of meals. The only time I don’t like going to the grocery store is when it’s too busy, and you
READ MOREAs we fully come into May, one can’t help but think of summer. Along with transitioning wardrobes, packing away snow shovels, hauling out bikes, and spring cleaning in general, it’s also time to switch out your heavier winter scents for a fresh warm-weather fragrance. Smell can be such a subjective thing, and thanks to those
READ MOREThe full story of the heroism of two off-duty policemen came to light yesterday when they reported for duty at 4 p.m. Patrolmen Richard Berry and Charles Hakes served beyond the call of duty early Saturday morning when 13 persons, including a year-old infant youth were rescued from a burning two-story house. The two policemen
READ MOREMy style has definitely taken a hit since becoming a mom — as it does for most women when they have a family. I’m not suggesting that moms are dowdy or unkempt, but they usually aren’t as fashionable as non-moms, which is to be expected since style gets knocked down a few rungs on the
READ MOREWith the 2021 Little League Baseball® World Series (LLBWS) set for August 19-29, a group of dedicated volunteers known as “Team Hosts” are gearing up to make sure all the players, coaches, and managers have an unforgettable time in Williamsport this summer. Each year, Team Hosts are instrumental in making sure everything behind the scenes is
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