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Spring’s New Arrivals0
- Outdoors
- March 20, 2024
Spring is here, at least I think it is, but judging from how the weather has been, we could be scraping snow off our windshields next week. No doubt the wildlife roaming Pennsylvania woodlands finds the weather patterns a bit erratic as well. Of course, most of our wildlife goes about everyday challenges regardless of
READ MOREHappy St. Patrick’s Day0
- Editorials
- March 13, 2024
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
READ MOREThe World of Weird Words at 200
- Weird Words
- October 25, 2023
This week, Webb’s World of Weird Words marks its 20th installment. In honor of that auspicious occasion, I’ve chosen 20 unusual terms from page 20 of my long-running oddball vocabulary list. (Pronunciation only where necessary.) Besprent (adj., bee-SPRENT) – Old-fashioned word meaning sprinkled or strewn. Brume (noun) Mist or fog. Related to brief, it comes
READ MOREThe Roving Sportsman… Pennsylvania’s Timber Rattlesnakes0
- Outdoors
- September 6, 2023
Having grown up in Lycoming County and spending most of the years of my life roaming its hills and streams, it has been a natural progression to be an avid lover of nature and to enjoy the outdoor sporting opportunities that this wonderful area provides. Through the years, my respect and admiration for all the
READ MOREThe Snapping Turtle: A Living Submarine0
- Outdoors
- August 23, 2023
For some unknown reason, I have always been captivated by things that crawl, swim and slither. None of my siblings seem to have been smitten with my affection for such critters, and my interest has not waned over the years. It seems that my grandchildren, however, have inherited some of my curiosity with a number
READ MORESummer’s Unwelcomed Visitors0
- Outdoors
- July 12, 2023
As every summer rolls around, we begin seeing a variety of wildlife showing up in our yards. Some of the wildlife is actually invited, like the assortment of birds that are attracted to our feeders, and other wildlife is interesting to see but not necessarily something you want hanging around all the time. Case in
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: Poll Me Out0
- Government, Politics
- June 21, 2023
One refreshing thing that comes out of the Lycoming County Commissioners Meetings is that Scott Metzger, Tony Mussare, and Rick Mirabito have a mind of their own and follow their own convictions. Yes, they listen to their constituency — quite well, actually — but they are not controlled by them. Unfortunately, the normal pattern is
READ MOREAnnual Morris Rattlesnake Round-Up Takes Place This Weekend, June 10 and 110
- Local News
- June 7, 2023
Rattlesnakes bring a vision of fear and dread in the eyes of many, maybe because they are a venomous woodland viper. However, for the Morris Fire Company, they have a very useful and important function. They are used by the fire company in their annual Rattlesnake Round-Up as a means to raise much-needed funds for
READ MOREHappy St. Patrick’s Day0
- Editorials
- March 15, 2023
“Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig ort!” — in other words, “May the blessing of St. Patrick’s Day be on you.” I am not Irish. Not even a little bit. According to 23andMe, I am Italian and German. Leaning heavily towards the Italian. But there’s nothing wrong with finding the Irish spirit and having some St. Patrick’s
READ MORE“Cocaine Bear”: A Farewell to Arms – and Legs0
- Uncategorized
- March 8, 2023
Violence in movies can serve to shock, provide catharsis, and sometimes even carry a theme. But when it’s there for mere entertainment; when the filmmakers seem to enjoy it and want viewers to enjoy it too; if the audience starts laughing when somebody’s leg gets torn off, or their guts are pulled out and eaten
READ MOREOtters in Pennsylvania0
- Outdoors
- January 25, 2023
Maybe I should start this piece off by first describing what an otter is since the number of people who have actually seen one roaming the Pennsylvania countryside is probably pretty small. A river otter is an elusive aquatic mammal that belongs to the weasel family. It is closely related to mink, badgers, wolverines, and
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Holiday Must-Haves Make holiday shopping a cinch0
- Holidays
- November 23, 2022
There’s nothing quite like the joy of watching a loved one’s face light up when opening a gift you selected with care, but holiday shopping can be a chore. If you’re a shopper at heart, it may be a challenge you enjoy, but if the idea of holiday shopping brings out the Grinch in you,
READ MOREEverybody’s Favorite Summer Sighting0
- Outdoors
- September 21, 2022
It’s late summer, and of course, all kind of wildlife shows up crossing the road in front of us, standing out in the field, or maybe even in our front yard. Most people are OK with seeing the local wildlife, but some exceptions exist. This is especially true if the critter wandering around in your
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The Birds, Bees and all the Other Sweeties0
My daughter is such an animal lover. My momma said she reminds her of me. I’m the person that when it rains I will drive slowly to dodge all the froggies who come out in the streets at night. I slow down if there is a passing butterfly, and I will literally stop the car
READ MOREEnjoy the Outdoors Even After the Hunting Seasons End0
- Outdoors
- December 1, 2021
Like a lot of folks, my love of the outdoors began when I was a young man just getting into hunting and fishing. Needless to say, over the years, I became very involved in outdoor activities and little did I know that I would one day look back and realize that I basically made my
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Keep an Eye Out for Wading Birds0
- Outdoors
- September 1, 2021
When I mentioned wading birds in the title, I am actually referring to a family of birds known as the Heron Family. Pennsylvania is host to over a half-dozen different species of herons, but the two you are most likely to spot are the Great Blue Heron and the Great Egret often referred to as
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Where’s Summer Gone?0
I can’t believe I am sitting here writing on August 5th. Where in the world has the time gone? I swear this has been the fastest summer we have ever had. It was June, then I blinked, and bam, there’s August! It’s been a fun summer, just super busy. I think we have honestly only
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Protect Pets in Hot Weather0
- Editorials
- June 30, 2021
Y’all! It’s getting hot! And with a holiday weekend upon us, we are all *hopefully* going to be out enjoying the beautiful warm weather! Don’t forget the sunscreen and to stay hydrated! No drinking and driving and keep an eye out for friends and loved ones — including your furbabies! Cats and dogs are as
READ MORESlithering Encounters While Fishing0
- Outdoors
- June 2, 2021
When I head out with my fishing rod in hand, my intentions, of course, are to encounter as many scaly creatures as possible — that is, the scaly creatures that are swimming beneath the surface I’m fishing over. In addition to the scaly fish, however, I also frequently encounter a variety of other scaly creatures
READ MOREWilliamsport Sun: March 18, 1912 – St. Patrick’s Day Observed0
- Old News
- March 17, 2021
Good St. Patrick brought the finest day of the whole of 1912 in his train when he displayed the day March 17 on the calendar yesterday, which was almost mild enough in the afternoon to call out snakes, in these parts at least. Certainly, the spring air brought out quantities of green, some of which
READ MOREFall Family Fun!0
- Editorials
- October 21, 2020
OK, y’all! This weekend is the last before Halloween, so it’s prime time to get out and enjoy some Fall Family Fun! We are lucky enough to live in an area that offers a plethora of options to get out with the family or framily and enjoy fall and spooky season! The Green Barn Berry
READ MOREMask Mistakes0
Even though they are a major pain, masks have become a part of daily life, and there may even come a day when we’ll all be used to wearing them, but that day is not soon. Yes, face masks are awkward and uncomfortable, but they are also essential, and, with a little creativity, they can
READ MOREGo “Bug a Bass”0
- Outdoors
- July 8, 2020
I’m sure it comes as no surprise that I enjoy bass fishing. Like a lot of other dedicated bass fishermen, I too have my fair share of assorted rods, reels, and lures that I regularly employ on my bass outings. Many serious bass fishermen use different outfits and lures to address the many different situations
READ MOREThe Invasive Northern Snakehead0
- Outdoors
- July 1, 2020
The Northern Snakehead; another story about snakes again this week? No, the Northern Snakehead isn’t a snake- it’s a fish. First, let’s look at a little biology regarding the snakehead. The Northern Snakehead isn’t native to the United States; therefore, it is considered an invasive species. It’s a freshwater fish that can reach lengths of
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My Creepy, Crawly Yard0
- Outdoors
- June 24, 2020
I think summer is finally here and with the warmer temperatures we are also faced with frequent grass mowing and in my case plenty of weeds, but it is also the season for surprise visits by a number of different creeping, crawling and slithering critters. For example, last week I looked out front and noticed
READ MOREThe Roving Sportsman… A Healthy Respect for Timber Rattlers0
- Outdoors
- June 24, 2020
Having grown up in Lycoming County and having spent most of the years of my life roaming its hills and streams, I have had the opportunity to witness many of the wonders that Mother Nature offers. From the blooming of trilliums and later Indian pipes in the springtime, to the birth of fawns and grouse
READ MOREAlbino or Piebald?0
- Outdoors
- April 22, 2020
Every once in a while, somebody will spot a white or partially white animal roaming about the nearby woods or fields or maybe even their backyard. Just recently, my friend George Burgett informed me he and his wife saw a white or mostly white robin in their backyard — indeed a pretty rare sighting. It
READ MOREBlack Jeans for Winter0
As white jeans are to summer, so are black jeans to winter. Just as versatile as your classic blue denim, bold black jeans are a chicer, but just as functional, option during the colder months. Black jeans can be dressed up, down, and even worn to work. Depending on the fit, they can be layered
READ MORECounting Carcasses0
- Outdoors
- February 5, 2020
The other day at my “branch office” (Dunkin), the topic of dead animals on our roadways came up-yes, it’s true we do have some very heady and in-depth discussions from time to time. I’ll admit, that out of sheer boredom I suppose, I sometimes count and try to identify the dead animals littered along our
READ MORESeeing as Well as Catching0
- Outdoors
- September 18, 2019
I’ll admit it, when I’m fishing I’m pretty intent; I become very absorbed in the catching process and my attention is often totally on the line, lure and water in front of me. Certainly I enjoy just being “out there” but I also want to catch fish. Fortunately Mother Nature will sometimes interrupt our concentrated
READ MOREGazette and Bulletin: September 3, 1927 – Copperhead Snake Causes Excitement on Pine Street.0
- Local News
- September 4, 2019
A two-foot copperhead snake made its appearance on the sidewalk on Pine Street in the front of the Annex Hotel about 10:30 o’clock yesterday morning.Where the snake came from no one knows but the short time it was there it put up a stiff fight and furnished a lot of excitement. When the snake was
READ MOREThe Heron Family0
- Outdoors
- August 28, 2019
“The Heron Family” sounds like the title of a new TV comedy show. I’m actually talking about a group of long-legged birds that are often found wading the edges of various bodies of water. Probably the most commonly spotted species of the group is the great blue heron; it is also one of the largest
READ MORESome “Fishy” News0
- Outdoors
- July 17, 2019
Hearing and reading about invasive species showing up in our country is getting to be commonplace; it seems like every time we turn around another new plant, bug or critter has found a new home here. Our waterways and lakes are no exception, and in fact, many invasives including a variety of plant species and
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