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  • The New Stylistics and Eddie Holman To Appear For CAPPA Fundraiser May 24 at CAC0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    If you want to “Feel Brand New” and have a “Betcha, Golly Wow” time, support the good work of CAPPA (Community Alliance for Progressive Positive Action), and attend a great concert, then you want to attend “An Evening With the Stylistics and Eddie Holman” when they appear at the Community Arts Center in downtown Williamsport

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  • Maternal Mental Health Day/Week Raise Awareness0

    Dave Bellomo

    *This article is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Consult with your primary care physician if you have medical questions or concerns. When it comes to holidays in the month of May, most people think of Mother’s Day (celebrated the second Sunday in May). May is also significant for moms

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  • Pitching Woes0

    Scott Lowery

    Have you taken note? The cover date of this week’s Webb Weekly is 042424. There might be lucky numbers in there somewhere — but if there aren’t, don’t blame me! Speaking of numbers, fans who have recently attended South Williamsport baseball home games at the recreational complex have been greeted by a new scoreboard beyond

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  • Several To Be Honored by Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Recognizing service to others by several individuals who have done so in an outstanding and dedicated way will be the focus of the Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance when they hold their annual banquet on May 1 at the Genetti Hotel. This is a celebration of ordinary people doing extraordinary things to serve their community and

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  • Gardening is Good for Your Health0

    Dave Bellomo

    It makes sense that being around plants is good for you both mentally and physically. We are generally happier and less stressed when we are surrounded by plants, but is this science or all in our heads? Well, research backs this up. In fact, more and more, gardening has been shown to provide significant health

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  • It’s Time to Let the American Voter Decide0

    Jim Webb

    I wanted to wait until after the South Carolina GOP primary to pen this column. The polls that I don’t often trust and many people I talked to told me it would be former President Donald Trump in a runaway. This was my gut feeling also; however, it was Nikki Haley’s home state, and I

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  • Notable Senior Health Concerns0

    Family Features

    The human body changes as it ages. While certain conditions are commonly associated with aging, some individuals may be surprised to learn of the more common health conditions that can affect seniors. The World Health Organization says one in six people will be 60 or older by 2030. With such a large portion of the

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  • Link Between Breastfeeding and Cardiovascular Health0

    Dave Bellomo

    In case you forgot your fourth-grade science, humans, along with almost 6,500 other species in the world, belong to a classification known as mammals. One of the defining characteristics of being a mammal is the presence of mammary glands that produce milk for our young. Great, so what does this have to do with adults,

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  • Giving Thanks and Just Plain Giving0

    Jon Pries

    While the actual Thanksgiving Day has just passed, that single day to many signals not just a day but a season of being thankful, sharing time with family and friends and celebrating all of the good things in our lives. Thanksgiving Day marks the beginning of the holiday season that runs through to Christmas and

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  • Spirituality is the Foundation of Well-being0

    Dave Bellomo

    I have often written that, in my opinion, general physical strength is the foundation of health. Strength gives us the ability to move our bodies and have some level of control over our environment. With it, we are able to condition our hearts, muscles, and bones and stave off disease. We are also motivated to

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  • What to Know About AFib

    What to Know About AFib0

    Family Features

    The heart has been characterized as the engine that makes the human body run. If that metaphor is not exactly spot-on, it still serves as a good indicator as to just how vital a healthy heart is to the human body. Despite the importance of a healthy heart, diseases that affect the heart remain the

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  • August is National Breastfeeding Month0

    Dave Bellomo

    This August marks the 13th annual National Breastfeeding Month! Every August, the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee hosts a public campaign inviting members, breastfeeding coalitions, partner organizations, and individuals to celebrate breastfeeding. The aim is for groups and individuals to participate in online action and discussion about the policies and changes needed to create an environment of

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  • County Hall Corner: Defeating the Demon of Addiction0

    Larry Stout

    One of the fallacies of seeing history through the lens of Critical Race Theory is that it distorts the truly amazing elements of American history that have impacted the world. One example was our treatment of criminals. Throughout the world, punishment for crimes was meant to be severe to discourage others who might be tempted

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  • 75th parkrun Held Recently on Susquehanna River Walk0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The Susquehanna River Walk is a fitness treasure that runs along the Susquehanna River through several area municipalities. It is a great place for people who enjoy walking for fitness or just the idea of enjoying our environment at a leisurely pace. One activity that helps to highlight this is the program parkrun. According to

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  • Mental Health Issues That Affect Men

    Mental Health Issues That Affect Men0

    Family Features

    Studies have shown that men have historically been less likely to report mental health issues than women. Lower rates of self-reporting among men may be attributable to a number of factors, including the stigma that’s still attached to the issue of mental health. Mental health issues can affect all aspects of a person’s life, and

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  • World Otter Day

    World Otter Day0

    Steph Nordstrom

    According to the International Otter Survival Fund (IOSF), “World Otter Day brings all otter species to the attention of many people. It focuses on raising awareness about how important otters are and also highlights the threats that they face. There are certain issues faced by otters that some people are largely unaware of, such as

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  • The Importance of Mental Wellness For a Healthy Heart and Brain

    The Importance of Mental Wellness For a Healthy Heart and Brain0

    Family Features

    Research shows anxiety, stress and depression can have a negative impact on physical health and may even increase the risk for heart disease and stroke. In fact, the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health, identified a strong interconnection between the mind, heart and body in its scientific

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  • Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance to Honor Several For Outstanding Community Service At Their May 3 Banquet0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    A long-time radio personality, a business developer and community activist, a dedicated sports volunteer, and several “unsung heroes” are among those to be honored at this year’s annual Lycoming County Brotherhood Alliance banquet to be held on Wednesday, May 3, at the Genetti Hotel. The guest speaker for the banquet has overcome some daunting obstacles

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  • What to do About Moss in Your Lawn

    What to do About Moss in Your Lawn0

    Family Features

    A lush, green lawn is a point of pride for many homeowners. Eye-catching landscaping anchored by a healthy lawn is one of the key ways to improve the value and curb appeal of a home. In fact, the experts at HGTV say an attractive and well-maintained landscape can add as much as 10 percent to

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  • County Hall Corner: Follow the Science (Fiction)0

    Larry Stout

    This month marks the third anniversary of the shutdowns from the COVID virus. The World Health Organization declared COVID-19 as a pandemic on March 11, 2020. Almost immediately, Governor Wolf announced that Pennsylvania needed a two-week pause to ‘flatten the curve’ to help prevent the spread of the virus. Maybe it was because it was

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  • Jim and Bonnie Winder to Be Inducted Into Babe Ruth Baseball League Hall of Fame0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Jim and Bonnie Winder have been involved with the West End Babe Ruth League for more than 40 years. Perhaps no two people have been as dedicated to that league and Babe Ruth baseball in general as Jim and Bonnie. Their hard work and dedication will be recognized nationally later this year when they are

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  • The Link Between a Healthy Diet and a Healthy Heart

    The Link Between a Healthy Diet and a Healthy Heart0

    Family Features

    Heart disease is a leading cause of death across the globe. According to the World Health Organization, ischaemic heart disease is responsible for 16 percent of the world’s total deaths. The WHO also points out that, between 2000 and 2019, deaths due to ischaemic heart disease rose by more than two million. Though not all

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  • 2023 Top Fitness Trends0

    Dave Bellomo

    Every year fitness organizations and experts around the world make predictions on which fitness trends will be the most popular in the coming year. The reasons range from where to invest their money to what programs should be prioritized on a group exercise schedule. Many 2023 predictions held steady from 2022, but there were a

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  • What to do After Being Diagnosed With High Blood Pressure

    What to do After Being Diagnosed With High Blood Pressure0

    Webb Weekly

    Hypertension, a condition marked by abnormally high blood pressure, is more common than many people may recognize. A 2021 report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services indicated that nearly half of adults in the United States, or roughly 116 million people, have hypertension. And hypertension isn’t exclusive to Americans, as the World

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  • Uptown Music Collective Enrolling for Upcoming Winter Semester0

    Press Release
    • December 14, 2022

    Go beyond music at the Uptown Music Collective! The Collective’s winter enrollment week begins on Dec. 12 and runs until Dec. 17, 2022. Enrollment is open for both in-person and virtual private lessons on guitar, vocals, bass, keyboards, and drums. The Winter Semester will begin on Jan. 9, 2023, and will run for 15 weeks.

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  • County Hall Corner: “Even One of These Deaths is Too Many”0

    Larry Stout

    If the birth of a child is one of the happiest moments a mother and family can experience, the death of such a child in the first year of life would have to be one of the most horrible events imaginable. Tragically, each year there are about 3,400 sudden unexpected infant deaths that occur in

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  • Local Competitor Wins Axeman of the Year

    Local Competitor Wins Axeman of the Year0

    Dave Bellomo

    Every year, thousands of athletes around the world compete in high adrenaline competitions called lumberjack competitions or timber sports. On a regional level, competitions are organized by the Pennsylvania Professional Lumberjack Organization (PPLO). North Central PA is honored that local athlete Dominic Ruckle took home this year’s Axeman of the Year award for the PPLO.

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  • How to Travel Safely This Holiday Season

    How to Travel Safely This Holiday Season0

    Family Features

    Transportation Security Administrators screened more than 1.3 million people on January 3, 2021, at airport security checkpoints across the United States. That was the largest number of travelers the TSA had seen since March 15, 2020, which was just four days after the World Health Organization declared a pandemic. Airports and other transportation hubs are

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  • Domestic Violence Awareness Month0

    Steph Nordstrom

    It’s not an easy topic to discuss and not one that you would typically find on the cover of Webb Weekly. However, it is difficult to consider yourself a ‘Family-Oriented Newspaper’ without acknowledging how domestic violence affects families. It affects families right here in our cities, towns, and boroughs. I feel that we would be

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  • When to Test Water at Your Home0

    Family Features
    • September 21, 2022

    Contaminated 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

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  • Over the Edge, Fundraiser Takes Place Friday, September 230

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    No, they aren’t filming another “Spiderman” movie in Williamsport. Those people you will see this Friday, September 23, from 3 to 10 p.m. rappelling down the side of the William Hepburn High Rise are people raising money for several worthy area non-profits, the River Valley Regional YMCA, the YWCA of Northcentral Pennsylvania, and the Williamsport

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  • Is Burnout Causing Your Weight Gain?0

    Dave Bellomo

    While estimates of the annual health care costs of obesity-related illnesses vary, researchers agree that the costs are astronomical. Some studies actually estimate the cost to be a staggering $190.2 billion, or nearly 21% of annual medical spending in the United States. Though the root causes for this epidemic can be complex, one that is

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  • Williamsport Crosscutters Begin Year Two In MLB Draft League0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    After a year of growing pains adjusting to a new league and working under the shadow of COVID, the Williamsport Crosscutters’ officials are very excited about the coming season. This year, several exciting changes will be featured for the Crosscutters and the MLB Draft League. The 2022 season will be split into two halves. The

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