Webb Weekly March 8, 2023

What the Ladies are

Afew weeks back I mentioned my intention to interview and feature the thoughts from women across the West Branch Valley. The question I would be asking was with all that is currently going on across our nation and beyond, what worries them the most. I thought this would be a simple topic to cover; it was much more complicated than I could have ever imagined.

The ladies I interviewed were a balance of democrats, republicans, and independent thinkers. I was clear their identities would not be revealed, as I wanted them to respond openly. I should also mention a few of the ladies I spoke with no longer live in the local area.

So here is what I came up with. Please read the column remembering that it is from daughters, mothers, wives, grandmothers, and women from every walk of life. A little advice to the men reading. Please read on, even if this column differs from your views. I think we all need to not only ask the

tough questions but hear what the ladies in our lives are thinking.

– Our government showing weakness to Russia and China. Parents are not teaching children self-discipline and morals. People not attending church, causing them to close, and children not learning Christ’s teachings. Woke teaching in our schools. Transgender women in girls’ sports are ruining their chances to succeed — high prices for fuel, food, and housing caused by government ignorance.

– It’s the impending, or maybe already here, financial crisis. I’m seeing increasingly more ‘financially solid’ people struggling to buy groceries and support their families. We are all quickly realizing we are only a missed paycheck or two from poverty. In addition to that is the housing issue. Rent prices are obscene, so saving for a down payment on a house becomes impossible, especially with interest rates. But it goes hand in hand with what I said before. It all makes it feel impossible to get ahead. But one financial bomb has

you — if you’re lucky — living paycheck to paycheck, but it won’t take much to be incapable of making your bills.

On the strictly female side, I would say sex trafficking and sexual assault. I think most women would agree that more than war, more than guns, drugs, anything else, even murder, sexual assault, and concerns about trafficking are our biggest fears.

– Sex trafficking, as a woman.

– I’m concerned about the level of vitriol in our society for people of differing political or social views. It deepens our political, social, and economic divides and makes people fear “the other.”

– Patriotism is more than hanging the American flag. I think America’s biggest threat currently is internal. The extreme views we are witnessing nationally and allegiance to political parties on both sides are weakening our democracy, fracturing the foundation and security of our republic. Those views are not the views of the majority, and they are fueling the spread of disinformation and potentially enabling

an autocracy to take its place. We need to find our common ground and focus on what brings us together as Americans. Democracy is our greatest strength, but Americans are currently working against each other and don’t seem very interested in our country’s welfare. Russia and China are just sitting back and watching us implode.

– I’m concerned with the loss of traditional jobs due to technology and company downsizing — waitresses, mail delivery, etc., can be done with robots. Front-end retail jobs disappearing – Well, there isn’t one single issue I think is the biggest. I feel the issue of immigration needs to be addressed. The immigrants are not paying taxes, getting health care, are exempt from mandates, and are taking benefits from our veterans. I also think abortion is a huge issue. I feel life begins at conception. If it’s illegal on both state and federal levels, procedures will be performed in unsafe conditions and risk the mother’s life. As someone who was adopted, abortion isn’t the only option. So many childless couples desperately want a baby.

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The elderly are most at risk, and I feel more needs to be done to help this population. The working class, like us, is struggling as well.

– The issues of today that concern me and come to my mind daily are how vulnerable we are as a country to attacks. The trains derailing, balloons and objects with Lord knows what is inside them and the power grid being compromised. I feel like we are under attack. I ask myself, what state will our country be in when our babies are adults?

– I fear what the state our country will be in for my kids and grandkids. I fear that what is seen as a strength in our country, “freedom,” has also become our greatest weakness as a country and has made us vulnerable to anything! I fear that, as a country, our entire family unit is being dissolved to put us in our weakest state! I fear we are eliminating the middle class all together, and I will work until I’m 100 plus and will still have nothing left for my kids! I fear not being able to pay bills to provide

for my family. I fear more inflation because it’s just another way to transfer our money to the government without saying raising taxes. I fear my kids’ safety in the hands of law enforcement. I fear as a country; we are at our weakest, most vulnerable state ever. I guess, in a nutshell, I fear we will self-destruct as a country.

– I think women do walk in fear a lot of the time regarding the violence in our nation — I can remember feeling like this since I was very young and first went to school; women stay on high alert when alone; it’s worse now than ever in this world — anything can happen anywhere now!

I also fear for women’s rights and who is making those decisions — our government scares me.

And lastly, the future of our children in this nation from education, social media, their safety, the future of what will be left of our planet for them, the

weak because of our leadership. The Chinese have their spying tactics; the Russians want more power. I feel they are the biggest threats to us with their nuclear weapons. I pray for the future of our country. I fear for my children and grandchildren.

– I’m most worried about climate change because if the planet’s health deteriorates to the point that it can’t easily support life, it makes all other issues irrelevant.

Wow. A pretty powerful, enlightening, and frightening synopsis from the ladies. Please think about what they had to say and talk about it in a positive and constructive manner. Don’t allow your pre-conceived thoughts to get in the way of what they are thinking. One thing that is obvious, is that the ladies face more fears and challenges than most men even think about.

Thank you to editor Steph for giving up her space this week, as I ran a little over in words. And as always, please let me know what you think. My contact is always on page 4. Let’s all be safe out there. God bless America.

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Raise the Region Takes Place

By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

One of the most effective and unique ways to fund area nonprofits is Raise the Region, which is done in collaboration with The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) and the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships. It will take place this week on March 8 and 9, 2023.

The 30-hour online program is designed to help kick off the 2023 fundraising efforts of local nonprofits through the generosity of our sponsors and the community at large.

Participation in Raise the Region is available to 501c3 organizations serving residents in Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Tioga, or Union Counties.

“Raise the Region builds a sense of community,” Jason McCahan, Director of Philanthropy, told Webb Weekly.

“It has become a primary fundraiser for many organizations over the years, and donors appreciate the opportunity to help a variety of local nonprofits

throughout the region. It is a true celebration of local philanthropy.”

Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships has generously donated $175,000 that will be used to stretch every donation made to pre-registered nonprofits.

Additional monetary prizes and incentives sponsored by First Citizens Community Bank, Larson Design Group, Pennsylvania Skill by Miele Manufacturing, Subaru, Toyota Motor Corporation, UPMC, and Weis Markets will be awarded to participating nonprofits throughout the entire event.

“The Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships are proud to be a part of Raise the Region for the eleventh year. This fundraiser continues to give us the opportunity to support a variety of local nonprofits,” stated Aubrey Alexander.

“Last year, we saw great success with the addition of Tioga County nonprofits. We are looking forward to another record-breaking event this year.“

McCahan said in 2022, northcentral Pennsylvania showed its true spirit of philanthropy by donating $2,144,702

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to 320 nonprofit organizations. The program had thousands of donors make over 13,700 gifts.

Since its start in 2013, Raise the Region has collectively received over $14.4 million in donations for the benefit of local nonprofit organizations.

McCahan said in 2013 the concept of a day of giving was an emerging trend among community foundations across the country. FCFP partnered with the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships to create Raise the Region.

Every gift made during RTR will be increased by a portion of Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships’ Stretch Funds. Nonprofits will also compete for $125,000 in prize money.

The day is a celebration of philanthropy, with over 330 nonprofits serving Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Tioga, and Union counties participating in Raise the Region 2023.

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Raise the Region will begin Wednesday, March 8th at 6:00 p.m. and end Thursday, March 9th at 11:59 p.m. To find a complete list of eligible nonprofits to which you can donate, head to www.raisetheregion.org. This gives community members an opportunity to support local nonprofits by helping them raise as much money as possible! Donations from this strategic and unified effort will support local nonprofits in addressing the increasing needs of our region. Your contribution will help them in creating more vibrant communities and ultimately help our North Central Pennsylvania region thrive! The Raise the Region website will also feature a live leaderboard where nonprofits and donors can track donations by organization in real-time. The leaderboard will list nonprofits in the order of most gifts. You will also be able to view the amount raised per nonprofit.

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Praising the Baton: In Memory of Al Nacinovich

By Joseph W. Smith III

The world of local music lost a great friend and leader last month.

Albert J. Nacinovich, beloved music teacher and long-time director of Williamsport’s Repasz Band, passed away peacefully on Feb. 18. He is survived by two daughters, two granddaughters, a great-granddaughter and his wife of 62 years, Alice.

Now nearing its 200th anniversary, the Repasz Band — founded in 1831 — may well be the oldest community band in the nation. At his retirement in 2019, Al had served as the ensemble’s conductor for 37 years, the longest single tenure in Repasz’s storied history.

Al led the band through thousands of rehearsals and hundreds of concerts, including well-attended spring and holiday shows at the CAC year after year.

Having played for soldiers during the Civil War, the Repasz Band was also invited, under Al’s leadership, to perform at the rededication of Grant’s Tomb in Manhattan in 1997. The group likewise played at the 2015 sesquicentennial honoring Lee’s surrender to Grant in Appomattox, VA; Repasz had performed at the original surrender in 1865.

During Al’s tenure, the ensemble earned the prestigious Sudler Scroll from the John Philip Sousa Foundation and saw the

erection of a permanent historical marker honoring the band. The latter, one of those well-known blue-and-yellow plaques, stands near the bandshell in Brandon Park, where the group often played.

Al held a B.S. and an M.S. in music education from, respectively, Mansfield University and Ithaca College. From 1960 to 1996, he taught music and directed a variety of programs in the Williamsport Area School District.

In addition to countless private lessons, he was three-year president of the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association and later served as adjunct professor at Lycoming College. Al also sang in the St. Boniface Church choir and founded Williamsport’s New Horizon Band for senior citizens.

In 2022, Albert J. Nacinovich received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Lycoming County United Way.

But these impressive accomplishments represent only part of the great man’s legacy. For those who knew him, Al is remembered as a deeply gracious and dedicated mentor, friend and music-lover.

Walt Straiton, former Director or Orchestras at Williamsport Area High School, recalled his one-time co-worker as “the consummate artist on and off the podium, in addition to being one of the greatest gentlemen I’ve ever known.”

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Don C. Minier, 85, of Watsontown

Leland K. Shipe, 81, of Williamsport

Robert H. Dougherty, 94, of Nisbet

Irene L. DeTato, 109, of Loyalsock

David C. Gharet, 58, of Flemington

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Director Bill Ciabattari told Webb, “I’ve had him in to conduct my students many times, and he always delivered passionate and sincere musical expression. It was enriching to me and my students every time.”

And here are some of the many fond tributes posted at the Sanders Mortuary website:

“A love of music and a real appreciation of musical ability. He encouraged everyone, even musicians of limited ability.” –Edward Maley

“The world was a better place with him.”

–Rodney & Betty Gohl

“Any musician who spent time in Al’s company became both a better musician and a better person.” –Dave & Peg Bross

“He was an excellent musician, but more than that, a friendly and wonderful person.”

–Daniel Havrilla

“He was legendary as a demander of giving your best for the music, but also as a friend to all.” –Tracy J. Betts

“I always admired his positive work ethic. … He certainly left his mark on thousands of school, community and professional musicians.” –Jeff Dugan

In the words of Repasz conductor Jeff Dent, to whom Al literally passed the baton in 2019: “We are all students of Mr. Nacinovich. He taught us the basics of music, the details of music and the fine art of becoming musicians. But most of all he taught us to love music, no matter what it was; it was music and life.”

And here’s Repasz Business Manager

Mrs. Judith Shellenberger, who knew Al for more than 50 years: “He was passionate about teaching. He was kind, taught with compassion and knew how to bring out the best in every student.”

At a concert on Al’s 25th anniversary with Repasz, the in-program notes cited his “great range and depth of musical experience, his above-and-beyond-reproach professionalism and musicianship, his vast knowledge and ability in the bandsman’s art, his self-effacing humility, and lustrous common decency on stage and off.”

And finally, in the words of local educator, composer and long-time Repasz trumpeter David Bailey: “He was mentor to thousands of young musicians, loving husband and father and possibly the kindest man I’ve ever known.”

To paraphrase a popular ’70s hit song, if there’s a “musicians’ heaven,” I’m sure they’ve got a bunch of great bands.

I bet Al is already conducting one of them.

NOW ACCEPTING OFFERS FOR RETIRED VEHICLES

Lycoming-Clinton Counties Commission for Community Action (STEP) Inc. is accepting offers for the purchase of retired STEP vehicles.

Vehicles will be sold “as is.”

The vehicles are located at Fairfield Ford, 3600 West Fourth Street Williamsport and can be viewed on Monday March 13, 2023 from 10:00am-2:00pm. A STEP representative will be available at that time to answer any questions you may have regarding the condition of each vehicle. Each vehicle will be designated with a lot number on the front windshield. Information required for an acceptable bid is as follows: Lot #, Bid Amount, Name, Address, Phone #, and email for bidder.

Bids will be accepted until 4:00pm Friday March 17, 2023. Bids may be mailed to “Attention: Vehicle Bids, STEP Transportation 2138 Lincoln St, Williamsport PA 17701.” Bids may also be dropped off in person at the front desk. All bids must be placed in a sealed envelope clearly marked “STEP Vehicle Purchase Offers.” A separate bid must be submitted for each vehicle. Multiple bids can be inserted in one sealed envelope.

Bids will be opened 9:00am Monday March 20, 2023 at 2138 Lincoln Street Williamsport in Conference Room C. We will notify each successful bidder by phone after the bids have been opened. STEP reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers, or to accept any part of an offer without accepting the whole thereof, or to accept offers that are deemed to be in the best interest of STEP.

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Report Evidence of Use Here of Marihuana Drug

Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.

Evidence

of use of marihuana in cigarette form known as “reefers” and “muggies,” a habit-forming narcotic drug, was reported to police today.

One negro, now a prisoner in the County Jail, being held for court on charges of attacking three women and one man, was questioned today by Captain. Joseph Schmucker, city detective, and denied smoking any of the doped cigarettes.

Police who learned of the use of the drug in the city, suspected the above individual of smoking the drug. Suspicions were aroused when he attacked the local persons.

Although police were told by the suspect that he had been drinking before the attacks, his actions were not regarded as those of an intoxicated man.

The suspect was re-committed to the County Jail to await further questioning and investigation by Frank E. Costello, state narcotics investigator, who was out of the city and will be notified of the police findings as soon as he returns.

Reports were that the source of the local

cigarettes was Harrisburg, although the investigation had not proceeded far enough to confirm that.

Coincident with the revelation of marihuana in Williamsport were reports that the cigarettes were being peddled to high school students in nearby communities.

In many places the dope laden cigarettes are sold for 10 cents apiece. Its use in many metropolitan areas has become so widespread that the federal government adopted in October 1937 stringent measures governing its use in medicines.

Banning the sale of use of the drug, the most hated of narcotics, was put in effect in 1933. First arrests were made in Pittsburgh where the use of the “reefers” was extensive at the time.

The effect of smoking “muggies” on brain cells, literally divorcing the mind from the body, according to authorities. It gives its users a “high” feeling with the person having no sense of responsibility. Time means nothing to the victim and after the effects have worn off and the letdown comes few persons are able to remember their actions while under the influence of the drug, it is reported.

Strength: Temple, Tool, Temptation

Note: This is the fifth article in a series entitled “The Five Investments.” Previous articles are always available at www.webbweekly.com.

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these.” Mark 12:30-31.

Strength can refer to heart, soul, and mind. Each of these can and should be strong. For the purposes of this series, we will presume that Jesus was referring to physical strength — to the amazing body God has invested in us and its awesome design and abilities.

The human body is truly extraordinary. Consider the wonder known as the opposable thumb. Very few animals have an opposable thumb, and we humans are the only critters with a thumb that can oppose each finger — even the pinky. See how amazing you are?

The systems of the human body are a wonder to behold — Nervous, Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Immune, Reproductive, Lymphatic, Musculoskele-

tal, Endocrine, Urinary, and Integumentary — and they all work together to provide the body with healthy equilibrium (homeostasis) and protection so it can function productively.

Tool: Consider for a moment the amazing and vital purposes God has intended for your body. Not only is it the tool that serves your own needs, but it is also a tool for honoring God, for loving and serving others, for declaring the good news of Jesus Christ, and for creating new life — an amazing tool indeed!

Temple: The most extraordinary fact about the human body is that it serves as the temple of God’s Spirit, bought and paid for with the blood of Jesus Christ. God doesn’t live in our church buildings. He is only there when we take Him there. God lives in us — a temple of His own making. That’s what your body is!

Temptation: God created the body with good, holy and necessary drives. The very first command given to Adam and Eve was to be fruitful and multiply. To make sure we would obey, God placed a strong reproductive drive within us. He knew we needed to eat, so He placed a strong hunger drive within us. He knew we needed to

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work, so He placed a strong productivity drive within us. He knew we needed to love others, so He placed a strong serving drive within us.

These drives are powerful, but as we acknowledged last week, power can be utilized for good or evil. The very drives God gave us for holy and healthy purposes can also be used for evil and destruction. The temptation is to satisfy holy drives with shortcuts. The result is always destructive. To love God with all of your strength: First, trust in God’s design for your body.

King David declares in Psalm 139:14, “I will praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

Determine to see the holy and unique potential God has invested in you. Don’t focus on your limitations. Instead, develop what you have and let it reach its full potential — even if that means simply overcoming the challenges you face. If Nick Vujicic can do it with no arms and no legs, so can you. To hear and see Nick tell his story, search “Nick Vujicic, I was born with no arms and no legs.” Second, honor God with your body.

Paul asks us in I Corinthians 6:19-20, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. There-

fore, honor God with your bodies.”

Some of us treat our collectible cars or motorcycles better than we treat the amazing bodies God has invested in us. The value you place on something greatly determines how you will treat it. If you don’t value the incredible body God has given you, you will treat it poorly.

How valuable is your body — and its future potential? Jesus purchased your body with His own life. Your body is the temple of God’s Spirit, who lives in you. Your body is the vessel in which new life begins. Your body is the tool you use to serve and love others. Do you treat your body accordingly? Consider nutrition, rest, exercise, hygiene, proximity to sin, sexual purity, freedom from destructive, addictive, and mind-altering substances — and anything else that diminishes your physical potential.

Third, serve others with your body

Paul writes in Philippians 2:5-11, “And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death — even death on a cross.”

Jesus gave His body in full service for us — and He is calling on us to do it for others. It is with our bodies that we fulfill all of the “love one another” commands and the Great Commission and the role of the royal priesthood. When we love and serve each other with the incredible bodies God has invested in us, God is pleased.

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What: Jamie Brelsford, Water Rescue Instructor for the PA Fish & Boat Commission, Bucks County Community College and PA State Fire Academy, will give a timely presentation on water safety awareness and rescue considerations for all anglers and boaters, including hands-on demonstrations of equipment. Additionally, there will be some tips on fly casting by TU members and a sneak peek at our upcoming super sale of donated fishing equipment, fly tying materials, books, and angling artwork. The public is invited to attend. For more information, please see our website at https://susquehannatu.com/.

When: Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Covenant Central Presbyterian Church, 807 W. 4th Street, Williamsport. Parking and entrance to the Church Fellowship Hall is at the rear of the building with access off of Campbell Street.

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When: Thursday, March 9th, 10:00 a.m.

Where: PA CareerLink® Clinton County, 8 North Grove Street, Lock Haven.

Dinner

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When: Thursday March 9, 2023, 4 p.m-7 p.m.

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Where: Royal P. Steinbacher, American Legion Post 0617, 901 South Market Street, South Williamsport.

Then & Now: Logging History on Pine Creek

What: Join Tiadaghton State Forest for a presentation as we discover the logging history of the Pine Creek valley. We will look at an assortment of historical phonographs that illustrate logging in the valley in the late 1800s-early 1900s and discuss how we got to have the forests you see today. Registration required to receive the link to view by emailing vicurtis@pa.gov or calling (570) 753-5409x132.

When: Thursday March 9; 6:00 p.m.

Where: Online via Microsoft Teams.

Dinner

What: Beer battered or broiled haddock dinner or chicken marsala dinner. Take out or eat in. Call 570-327-0255 for take-out orders.

When: Friday, March 10, 2023, 4 p.m.-7 p.m.

Where: Royal P. Steinbacher, American Legion Post 0617, 901 South Market Street, South Williamsport.

Breakfast With the Easter Bunny

What: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny.

When: Saturday, March 11th, 8-11 a.m.

Where: Zafar Grotto, 381 E. Second Ave., S. Williamsport.

Pruning Trees & Shrubs

What: Pruning Trees & Shrubs. Learn when and how to prune your plants to avoid common mistakes and instead get the beautiful plants of your dreams. Register at https:// extension.psu.edu/pruning-trees-and-shrubs or 1-877345-0691.

When: Saturday, March 11th, 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.

Pruning Trees & Shrubs

What: Pruning Trees & Shrubs. Learn when and how to prune your plants to avoid common mistakes and instead get the beautiful plants of your dreams. Register at https:// extension.psu.edu/pruning-trees-and-shrubs or 1-877345-0691.

When: Saturday, March 11, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Spring Arts Market

Shopping with Local Artisans

Sunday, March 19th from Noon–4pm at Pennsdale Trinity United Methodist Church

(685 Village Road Pennsdale, Pa 17756 across from the Country Store Antiques)

Artists Participating:

Baskets by Karen Spring, Wood Items by Garry & Nancy Burgard, Pottery by Victoria Thompson Hess and Linda Campbell, Jewelry by Narrow House Metals, Homemade Soaps and Lotions by Amber Adams, Painting Specialties by Deb Mezick, Lynn Kibbe and Adele Forquer, Illustrations by Amanda Emig, Outdoor Decor by Woodland Creationz, Quilted Items by Gail Kocher, Home Decor by Bower Vintage Creations and The Gatherings MCBW, Photography by Dennis Keefer, Cooking Oils by MabesBakes and Textures Bags

Lunch Food and Dessert Items will be sold by the Church Come ready to eat and shop from some of our area’s finest Artisans

Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.

Purse Bingo

What: Purse bingo. Advance tickets are $20.00, at the door $25.00.

When: Sunday, March 12th. Doors open at 11:30a.m., early bird at 12:45 p.m., bingo starts at 1:00 p.m.

Where: Watson Inn, 100 Main St. Main St. Watsontown.

Purse Bingo

What: Purse bingo. Contact: 570-713-9845.

When: Sunday, March 12th. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., early bird bingo at 12:45 p.m., regular bingo at 1:00 p.m.

Where: The Haunted Hotel, Watson Inn.

Pork Dinner

What: All you can eat pork dinner with sides. $12 per person, under 6 eat for free.

When: Sunday, March 12th, from noon-3:00 p.m.

Where: North Montour Sportsman’s Association, 74 Sportsmans Rd., Danville.

Book Sale

What: Friends of Muncy Library book sale.

When: March 14th, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. & March 25th, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Muncy Library, 108 S. Main St., Muncy.

Dinner

What: Burger basket. Take out or eat in. Call 570-327-0255 for take-out orders.

When: Tuesday, March 14, 2023, 4 p.m-7 p.m.

Where: Royal P. Steinbacher, American Legion Post 0617, 901 South Market Street, South Williamsport.

Dinner

What: Cheesesteak basket.

When: Thursday March 16, 2023, 4 p.m-7 p.m.

Where: Royal P. Steinbacher, American Legion Post 0617, 901 South Market Street, South Williamsport.

Jersey Shore Library Book Sale

What: Friends of the Jersey Shore Library spring book sale.

All books 25¢ & 50¢.

When: Thursday, March 16th from 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Friday, March 17th from 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Saturday, March 18th from 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Thursday, March 23rd from 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Friday, March 24th from 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., & Saturday, March 25th from 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Where: Jersey Shore Public Library, 110 Oliver St., Jersey Shore.

Dinner What: Beer battered or broiled haddock dinner or corned beef brisket w/cabbage. Take out or eat in. Call 570-3270255 for take-out orders.

When: Friday, March 17, 2023, 4 p.m-7 p.m.

Where: Royal P. Steinbacher, American Legion Post 0617, 901 South Market Street, South Williamsport.

Ham Raffle

What: Ham/meats raffle.

When: Saturday, March 18th at 6 p.m.

Where: Zafar Grotto, 381 E. Second Ave., S. Williamsport.

St. Patrick’s Day Hike

What: Though leprechauns and pots of gold may be hard to come by in the forests of the Tiadaghton, the color green is something that you can easily find, even this time of year! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a hike as we search for all things green left in the woods.

When: Saturday March 18; 1:00 p.m.

Where: Tiadaghton State Forest; Pitch Pine Ski Trail, 10mi north of Waterville on PA-44.

Bingo

What: Designer purse and gift card bingo, benefits Turbotville Area Lions Club.

When: Saturday March 18th. Doors open at noon, Bingo starts at 1:00 p.m.

Where: Turbotville Community Hall, Church Street, Turbotville.

Dinner

What: Wing night. Take out or eat in. Call 570-327-0255 for take-out orders.

Attention Shoppers!!!

SPRING

When: Sunday, March 19, 2023, 4 p.m-7 p.m.

Where: Royal P. Steinbacher, American Legion Post 0617, 901 South Market Street, South Williamsport.

Come and meet others going through similar experiences and learn some coping mechanisms, as well as make new friends.

When: Sunday, March 12th & 26th at 4:30 p.m.

CHURCH EVENTS...

CHURCH EVENTS

Community Dinner

What: Free community dinner.

When: Thursday, March 9th at 5:00 p.m. until dinners are gone.

Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1101 Washington Blvd. Williamsport. Curbside pick-up.

Book and Bake Sale

What: Used book and bake sale. Enjoy a free cup of coffee or tea while you browse through the books and enjoy some home-made baked goods.

When: Friday, March 10 from 4 p.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday March 11 from 9 a.m.-noon. Inclement weather date March 17 & 18 same time.

Where: Balls Mills United Methodist Church at corner of Route 973 E and Bloomingrove Road.

Ham Dinner

What: Ham dinner, scalloped potatoes, vegetable, dessert & beverage. Dine in or take-out. Adults: $12, children: $6.

When: Saturday, March 11th, from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Where: Holy Spirit Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10275 State Route 44, Watsontown.

Soup/Bake Sale

What: Soup/bake sale & stained-glass window tour.

When: Saturday, March 11th, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Where: First Presbyterian Church Watsontown, 401 Main St., Watsontown.

Church Service

What: Sunday service. If God is for Us Who Can Be Against Us. All are welcome to learn about God and the Christian life.

When: Sunday Morning, March 12th. Service Time 10:15 a.m.

Where: Garden View Baptist Church, 1600 Doris Ave., Williamsport.

Grief Share

What: Grief Share from a Christian perspective. Grief can come from many different life experiences and can affect each of us differently. Sharing it can reduce the burden.

Where: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Watsontown.

SENIOR EVENTS

Montgomery Senior Citizens

What: The Montgomery Senior Citizens will meet. Cost is $13. Call for reservations at 570-547-1953. Speaker: A Representative from the State Correctional Institution at Muncy.

When: Tuesday March 7th, lunch begins at noon.

Where: Saint John’s Lutheran (Brick) Church on Route 405.

MEETINGS...

MEETINGS

Elderly Parent Caregiver Support

What: A peer support group offering encouragement and ideas to caregivers of elderly parents. For more info, call or text Carol at 272-215-7659.

When: The first Thursday of the month at 4:00 p.m. (No July meeting.)

Where: The Well Church, 522 Grier St., Williamsport. Enter from parking lot entrance.

ARTS

ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT PERFORMANCES

Tour Choir Send-off Concert

What: Concert; free admission.

When: Wednesday, March 8th at 6 p.m.

Where: Clarke Chapel, Lycoming College.

ART EXHIBITS

Combo Show

What: Artists from the Bald Eagle Art League and the Clinton County Art Council will have a “COMBO” (Combined) Show Opening Reception. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments provided.

When: Opening Reception on Thursday, March 16, 2023, from 5-8:00 p.m. The Awards will be announced at 7:00 p.m. The show runs from March 16 through April 8, 2023.

Where: The Thomas Taber Museum, 858 W 4th Street, Williamsport.

Grandparents Create Memories That the Heart Holds Forever

Iknow many of you love the family part of my writing.

I hear all the time how you love hearing stories about my family. My grandparents always seem to be the highlight in a lot of these. If it wasn’t for my family, I don’t think I would be the writer I am. I love sharing past memories and how good my childhood was.

It makes me sad both of my grandfathers are gone. Dwain Perry and Floyd Liddick were two outstanding men. I not only had a dad, Lee Perry, who loved me, taught me all kinds of things, and was someone I looked up to my whole life, but I also had two paps who did the same.

It is so important for girls and young women to grow up and know how a man should treat a woman. I had wonderful men in my life who would do anything for me and had high standards for my future husband as a young adult.

I lost one of my best friends — my grammy Margaret Perry — when I was in my midtwenties. This was tough. We did so much together and had such a close relationship. Can I say that she had the best hugs!? She taught me to make eggs, play rummy, bought me fake nails, and would listen to Christmas music in the heat of summer with me. We

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were crazy together, and that list of things would be a mile long. Those are just some of the highlights. My Gram Lois Liddick is the only grandparent I have left, but she is in an assisted living home. She suffers from dementia. I don’t get to see her as often as I like, but my momma and I went last Friday to see her. On the way there, my mom said most days she leaves feeling sad because my Gram just isn’t the same and doesn’t remember much. It breaks everyone’s heart to see. My gram has done so much for so many people and is such a woman of God. She truly is one of the most genuine people I know. She did so much for her kids and grandkids, giving us many wonderful parties and prayers and making sure her family was together often.

She taught me how to can, showed me how much to trust in the Lord, and gave me my love for animals. She and Pap had a small farm, and she would let me bring all the kittens into the house and play with them all day. She was a saint!

As we walked into the home, she was sitting in the living room, snuggled in a blanket. I said, “Hi, Gram!” with a big smile on my face as I kneeled down by her wheelchair to talk

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to her. “Oh, hi!” she said back with a grin. Her eyes were glued to my sweatshirt as we moved her to two chairs sitting nearby so momma and I could sit with her.

“Harley? What’s that say on your shirt?” as she still was staring at my maroon Harley Davidson hoodie.

“Harley Davidson Gram,” I said. “Oh. OK. Boy, that’s nice.” she replied.

We continued to visit, and every few minutes, she would look at my shirt and read it out loud or ask what it said. Mom would look over at me and grin because she was just infatuated with my hoodie! It was so cute.

I said, “Gram, it’s a motorcycle.”

Gram’s response was, “Oh honey, I know

that. I wouldn’t expect anything less from my granddaughter who rides a motorcycle.” Mom and I were shocked she even remembered this!?

She then said, “All my granddaughters are sure something special.”

Just when you think they won’t know you or remember much, they surprise us.

Gram talked about my hoodie over and over again, and I told her I would go to the Harley shop and buy her one.

She said, “Well, I’m really tempted, but you save your money.”

How cool is it that the one thing she remembered is that I ride?

Oh, Lois Liddick, you fill my heart.

I know how hard it is to have someone struggle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. It’s gut-wrenching! But when little things like this happen, it makes us feel like they are still with us mentally. We left feeling so good about our visit and kept giggling about my Harley hoodie. Momma said I picked the right outfit for the day! I know what I am wearing next time I go back, and maybe I’ll have to ride the Harley there so she can see it through the big window. Boy, will she talk then!

I told Gram I write about her in the Webb and that she has a fan base who loves hearing how she is doing. I asked her if she had anything she wanted me to tell her fans when I write again. She said, “Well, just let me know what they say after this writing.” (God bless her heart.)

I said, “Gram, do you want me to tell them how much Jesus loves them?”

“That sounds perfect,” she said.

I don’t have a picture of Gram’s Bubble Bread prepared, so to replace it, here is a photo from our visit last week of my momma, Gram, and I. Three generations! I Wish Kenzy would have been with us for the fourth generation, but I love this photo.

Gram Liddick’s Bubble Bread

Ingredients:

1 (1/4 oz.) pkg. active dry yeast

1 cup warm water

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup shortening

1 egg

1/2 tsp. salt

4 to 4 1/2 cups of flour, divided

6 Tbsp. butter, melted

Directions:

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, shortening, egg, salt, and 1 cup of flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Punch the dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; shape into 1 ½ inch balls. Dip the balls into butter and arrange them evenly in a greased 9-inch fluted tube pan. Drizzle with remaining butter. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 350 for 30 -35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter. Serve warm.

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LycomingBakerybread,a homemadecornedbeef, meltedSwiss,dressingand sauerkraut

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Hair Cycling

Idon’t often look to TikTok for beauty trends or hacks, but here recently, #haircycling has been gaining in popularity to such an extent that my middle-aged eyes over on Instagram have taken notice. What is hair cycling? First, it has nothing to do with bicycles or washing machines; it’s actually a simple process of rotating a handful of different shampoos and hair products over the course of a few weeks to improve hair and scalp health. And chances are you may already be doing this. Here is a rundown of the latest beauty craze of hair cycling.

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The name of the game with hair cycling is to alternate your shampoo products throughout the week and to give your hair time to rest in between, rather than washing it every day. I try to wash my hair every other day, especially in winter, to avoid drying it out.

Besides dry hair, your follicles and scalp may have other concerns. One day, your hair might be super oily and require a clarifying shampoo. Another

day, the ends could be frizzing and be in need of something more moisturizing. Depending on the weather, or your lifestyle, your hair and scalp needs can fluctuate.

Before you start rotating products, take some time to assess the condition of your hair and how it changes over the course of a couple of weeks. If you’re using lots of different styling products on the regular, it can be helpful to first eliminate those in order to better determine your hair’s baseline. See how your hair looks and feels after using just shampoo and conditioner for a week or two, and you can then choose your hair cycling regimen accordingly.

For the most part, there are three steps in a basic hair cycling routine. First is a clarifying shampoo at the start of your week. For oily hair, try Neutrogena’s Health Scalp Clarify & Shine shampoo with detoxifying pink grapefruit designed to give the scalp a reset with-

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out stripping out healthy oils. For dry or dandruff-prone hair, there’s Head & Shoulders Supreme Detox and Hydrate Relief Shampoo. A solid overall product, no matter your hair type or condition, is Suave Essentials’ Daily Clarifying shampoo. And feel free to incorporate a scalp scrub in this step as well.

Next up, a bond-repair or a hair-strengthening shampoo once a week, midweek. Bond-building hair treatments are an important inclusion in hair cycling, especially if you color your hair and/or use hot tools frequently. Stronger hair is able to hold moisture and protein for healthier hair.

Bumble and Bumble’s Bond-Building Repair Treatment is honey-based to de-frizz and moisturize and works just as well with fine hair as it does for textured hair. For damaged or brittle hair, try Amika’s Kure Multi-Task Repair Treatment, which is made from plant-derived proteins delivering bond-repairing amino acids.

Step three is a moisturizing shampoo at the end of the week. Most shampoos are moisturizing, so you can use your standard shampoo for this step.

However, if you feel you need extra moisture, then consider a product like Herbal Essences’ Bio Renew Coconut Milk shampoo for a big gulp of hair hydration. There’s also Garnier’s Whole Blends Replenishing Shampoo, which features olive oil and argan oil for extra nourishment. Both products come with matching conditioners to seal in the moisture. And, voila, that is a hair cycle!

In practice, you don’t have to follow a rigid three-wash routine to participate in hair cycling. You can simply swap out your regular conditioner for a more moisturizing mask once a week if your hair feels dry or damaged or switch your go-to shampoo for a more clarifying formula every few washes if you have product build-up or oily hair. Even doing a weekly hair mask incorporates the hair cycling trend into your beauty routine.

Also, hair cycling can be seasonal. Clarifying shampoo for the summer, hair-bonding for the winter. It’s really about what your hair and scalp need. Now the only problem is finding space for all of these products in the shower.

Centers for Healthy Aging

Let’s do Lunch!

If you are 60 years of age or older, stretch your grocery monies by coming to dine with us!

We offer a hot meal and “Lighter Fare” menu options.

Come dine with friends or make some new ones!

Reservations are required 48 hours in advance. Transportation can also be arranged!

Clinton County Community Center

124 East Walnut Street Lock Haven 570-858-5822

Jersey Shore Center 641 Cemetery Street Jersey Shore 570-601-9591

Lincoln Center 2138 Lincoln Street Williamsport 570-601-9573

Centers

Loyalsock Center 1607 Four Mile Drive Williamsport 570-601-9590

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Meck Center 50 Fitness Lane Muncy 570-601-9593

Mill Hall Center 9 Peale Avenue Mill Hall 570-726-6378

Renovo Area Center 415 Fourth Street South Renovo 570-923-2525

RiverWalk Center 423 East Central Avenue South Williamsport 570-601-9592

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Meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, vanilla pudding with apples

Lighter Fare

Buffalo chicken sala with fresh leaf lettuce, blue cheese dressing, tropical fruit salad, chocolate pudding, dinner roll

March 20

Meatball sub with hoagie roll, creamy pesto rotini, carrot coins, fresh orange

Lighter Fare

Chicken noodle soup, bacon, lettuce, tomato, whole grain bread, pepper slaw, applesauce

March 14

Creamed chicken over waffle, broccoli, hot spiced peaches, baked custard

Lighter Fare

Ham salad, carrot raisin salad, banana pudding, whole grain bread

March 21

Hamloaf with pineapple sauce, warm beets, sweet potatoes, oatmeal applesauce cake

Lighter Fare

Waldorf chicken salad, croissant, carrot raisin salad, fresh orange

March 15

Pepper steak with tomato pepper sauce, peas with mushrooms, halushkie, baby carrots

Lighter Fare

Italian hoagie with ham, salami, cheese, hoagie roll, pepper slaw, sliced apples

March 22

Sausage gravy, fresh dropped biscuit, creamed peas, pepper slaw

Lighter Fare

Buffalo chicken wrap with blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, macaroni salad, fresh orange

March 16

Baked Mexican lasagna casserole, Mexican corn, Spanish beans, Broccoli Salad

Lighter Fare

Beef barley soup, chicken Caesar wrap with breaded chicken strips and leaf lettuce, pepper slaw, fresh banana

March 23

Dirty rice casserole, creamy ginger carrots, broccoli, banana pudding

Lighter Fare

Chicken salad with tortilla wrap and lettuce leaf, three bean salad, Mandarin oranges

March 17

Chili con carne, cornbread, four seasons veggie blend, minted pears

Lighter Fare

Ham, turkey, and Swiss with lettuce leaf, whole grain bread, minted pears, broccoli salad

March 24

Asian chicken rice bowl with sesame chili sauce, broccoli and carrots, brown rice, Mandarin oranges

Lighter Fare

Chef salad with ham, turkey, cheese, three bean salad, tropical fruit salad, sugar cookie, dinner roll

By Larry Stout

“Idon’t even know where to start in describing this project.” So spoke Jason Yorks, director for the Lycoming County Resource Management Services (LCRMS), more commonly known as the County Landfill. Jason made this comment while standing at the podium at the Lycoming County Commissioners Meeting on Thursday, February 16th. He was advocating for the approval of Resolution 2023-03 to accept an offer from the US Government Services Agency (GSA) for the purchase of 1,067 acres of property from the Allenwood Federal Correctional Complex.

Director York’s inability to articulate the backstory to this request is understandable because entire books could be written about it. For the past four decades, the LCRMS has been operating on 400 acres to environmentally friendly dispose of the waste from Lycoming County and several counties in Pennsylvania and other surrounding states. In fact, just 30 percent of the waste that is taken in every day is from Lycoming County.

Now, before the reader leaps out of their

seat and questions this practice, stop and realize that over the past five years, $12.5 million have gone into the general fund from the revenue generated by the landfill. Stop and reflect on that number for just a moment. Think of all the county services that would have been cut back and possibly even eliminated without those millions. Or (God forbid), these services were essential and thus would have had to come out of taxes (your money).

The problem, however, was that the landfill was getting filled. LCRMS follows every requirement of the Department of Environmental Protection. The projection was that by 2060, at the latest, the landfill would have to be closed and

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- Outdoor Patio Furnishings

- Garden Tools- Small hand tools - Weber Grill - Round

Patio glass top server - Rain

Barrels - Old Brass Bed frames - (2) area rugs- 2 Sets of folding wood chairs - Small & Large Collapsible Wood book shelves - (2) glass door 3

drawer cabinets, White - Row of 3 one room school desks - Small Anvil - Misc. Xmas decor and MUCH MORE!!

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carefully maintained afterward.

The answer to the problem was to obtain more land for the landfill, as it was surrounded by hundreds of acres that the federal government was not using, specifically the US Bureau of Prisons. It seemed like this would be a win/win for the federal government as well as the local government.

Unfortunately, this is the federal government we are talking about, and there are times when they move with the speed of a wounded turtle — going uphill — in a blizzard.

The county first inquired about possibly buying land to expand the landfill over twenty years ago. Progress would be made, and then a new administration would come in, new people would take over the federal positions, and they would have to look at the perspectives with ‘fresh eyes’ (translation: we don’t trust those who came before us). And the ball kept rolling back again and again and again.

To the credit of Jason Yorks and his staff, they knew that this was literally a matter of life or death for the future of the Lycoming County Resource Management Services. If the land could be acquired, it would ensure that the county could not only meet its federally required waste disposal needs but also

continue to be a major revenue source for the county. Despite decades of delays and setbacks, the contract finally came through.

It is for the purchase of 1,067 acres of land that is already on the use permit, for a total amount of $6.5 million. A 10% down payment is required, and once paid, the closing is scheduled to occur within 60 days. Actually, the LCRMS has squirreled away the funds for this purchase already over the years, so this purchase will not impact the county’s budget at all. The best news is that if the original 400 acres has lasted some 40 years, adding two-and-a-half times more acreage will take the lifespan of the landfill into the next century and possibly even the century after that!

So, Director Yorks, we understand now why you began your presentation by saying, “I don’t even know where to start in describing this project.” To tell the full story would go back to his predecessor, Director Steven Tucker, and dozens of others who have worked so hard and so diligently to finally reach this agreement. There is an old Japanese proverb, “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” Lycoming County Resource Management Services is standing strong today because of the determination and tenacity of its leaders for the past twenty years.

Handwriting Analysis to be the Topic of the Taber Museum’s Coffee Hour

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society will be hosting Barb Weiss at its first Coffee Hour of 2023 on Thursday, March 9, at 10 a.m. Barb will be conducting handwriting analysis for the audience participants. The program will be held in the Community Room of the Taber Museum, 858

West Fourth Street, Williamsport. The lecture is free and open to the public.

The owner of AccuTax Xpress, Barb is an accountant by occupation. However, she notes, “I became interested when a friend did my handwriting analysis. It was interesting and very educating. I learned a lot about myself and my friends around me.” Before

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she enters the room, she requests that the participants write on a piece of paper “their birthday and state where they were born, [but] no names please.” From the handwriting submissions, “I can read about your generosity, honesty, kindness, health [and she warns] sometimes, I can read more, sometimes less.” The program will be approximately forty-five minutes long. Barb’s other hobby is history, “I am very interested in it … especially on how it affects what is

happening today.”

The Lecture Series which combine the Thursday morning Coffee Hours, and the Sunday afternoon Society Programs are held throughout the year. This year, the Lecture Series is sponsored by Van Campen Motors.

Parking is available behind the Museum or on the street. Please contact the museum at 570.326.3326 or visit our website www.tabermuseum.org for updates on programming at the Museum.

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By Terri Schlichenmeyer

“ e Battle Cry of the Siamese Kitten”

by Philipp Schott, DVM

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Oh, those tiny little claws are sharp!

You don’t expect something that small to draw blood, but there it is on the back of your hand. Fortunately, the pain is overwhelmed

by the big ears and the huge eyes and the tail like a car antenna. You fell in love with your kitten one-point-three seconds a er it landed in your hands and in the new book “ e Battle Cry of the Siamese Kitten” by Philipp Schott, it does more than purr!

Philipp Schott has the best job.

He is a veterinarian and chief of sta at a pet hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, and his days are lled with so eyes, silky ears, warm purrs, growls, and yelps. Humans are also his clients, and a er many years of caring for pets,

he has a few stories...

He writes, for instance, about a tiny Chihuahua-something named Chico who was the victim of “BD-LD,” or big dog (BD) attacking little dog (LD). Sweet-tempered, happy-go-lucky Chico was with his owners on a daily walk when a large cur approached with intent to kill. Once Chico got to the hospital, Schott saved his life, but Chico later had scars on his outside.

“On the inside,” says Schott, “there was only joy.”

Vaccines can be controversial things for some people and, apparently, for

some animals. Schott writes of a client who “didn’t believe” in getting her dog his vaccinations, even though he explained the risks. en there was the German shepherd that required three sta members and twenty minutes for a four-second procedure. Schott writes about a kitten named Emily that didn’t care about Manitoba’s COVID rate, or the fact that he was a boy cat. Schott dispenses advice for humans caught in the “Cat Wars,” he explains why obsessive licking is sometimes a good thing for your pet, he muses on how di erent jobs are similar to that of a

veterinarian, and he writes about the easy fixes: they don’t happen a lot, but when they do, it’s magical.

Quick: what’s cuter than a fluffy baby animal? Not much, that’s a fact, but the stories inside “The Battle Cry of the Siamese Kitten” come pretty close. A few pages into this book and you can probably imagine how much fun it could be to have author Philipp Schott at a cocktail party.

Here, he tells a very sweet story of a bunny owner and a rabbit cam because you can’t be too safe. He affectionately writes about “Cat Ladies” over there,

along with plenty to make feline owners happy. Dog tales, check. And human foibles go hand-in-paw with animal tales in this book, as Schott seems wonderfully, perfectly willing to tell on himself, too.

These are super-short anecdotes that are super-long on endearment, with subtle advice hidden in the tales, a few LOLs thrown in for good measure, and an occasional tear-wipe. Animal lovers ages 13-to-adult will want to curl up with “The Battle Cry of the Siamese Kitten.” Don’t wait to get your claws on it.

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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 by beasts — well, then you’ve got an aesthetic problem.

And a moral one, too.

All of which is my way of explaining why I didn’t care for “Cocaine Bear,” a movie that — like last year’s “Bullet Train” — would be a whole lot better if it weren’t so drenched in blood, guts, and gore.

Loosely based on an actual incident, the new horror hit is what’s called a “highconcept” movie — one that hangs on a single key idea. (“Shark at the beach!”

“Killer at camp!” “Snakes on a plane!”)

In this case, a wild black bear has eaten a brick of cocaine — one of many that airborne smugglers dumped

(for later pickup, of course) into Georgia’s Chattahoochee National Forest. So now, this drug-crazed ursine is prone to murderous and acrobatic rage; plus, she would love to get her claws into more of that bracing woodland “snow.”

Around this simple premise, tenderfoot writer Jimmy Warden builds an absorbing, multi-stranded tale involving hikers; two lost tweens and a desperate mother; some witless park staff; an intrepid detective; and several gangsters who want their missing stash.

Popular actress Elizabeth Banks, here overseeing her third feature, proves a skilled and clever director in the horrorcomedy genre. But from the very first scene, she is also determined to tear her victims’ limb from limb, accompanied by copious floods of blood. What’s worse, many of these folks are innocents who only came to help.

It’s all so distressing that I nearly walked out during the dismal and gratuitous ambulance scene, where the “comical” deaths are anything but funny.

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All this is too bad because the film has solid plotting and performances. Ray Liotta, in what turned out to be his final film appearance, frankly seems to be mailing it in — but everyone else is spot on. Keri Russell as a gutsy and relatable mother; Brooklynn Prince as her daughter; Isiah Whitlock as the cop. And Alden Ehrenreich is the best thing in the movie — so empathetic, nuanced, and watchable that he seems to have wandered into these proceedings from a totally different film.

And the picture looks good: decent effects, snappy camerawork, and handsome outdoor photography.

The only other downside is a handful of ridiculous moments: kids eat cocaine with no apparent effect; Mom suddenly stops calling for daughter the moment she enters a cave where the girl is actually hiding; and several folks miss glowing opportunities to fatally shoot the monster.

But when you choose a film about a bear on coke, you learn to live with this sort of thing. So, it’s the violence, not the absurdity, that spoils a lot of the fun here.

As my friend and fellow-viewer, Matt Kelley, observed: “Cocaine Bear” is not terrible — just too grizzly.

PUBLIC AUCTION

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This Week’s Horoscopes

ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20: A development may have you feeling a bit down, Aries. That is only temporary, though, as your mood and circumstances will rebound in no time at all.

TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21: Taurus, people you encounter this week may be exceptionally stubborn, so you may need to avoid confrontations. Keep your emotions in check as best as you can.

GEMINI – May 22–Jun 21: Gemini, the weather may not be suitable for getting much done outdoors, but you can certainly stay busy inside the house

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CANCER – Jun 22–Jul 22: This is a great opportunity for getting rid of any clutter that has been holding you back, Cancer. Start sorting through the garage or cleaning out a desk at work.

LEO – Jul 23–Aug 23: Leo, do not worry about the small stuff that you feel could be holding you back. If you step away from the situation, you may find that everything is working out.

VIRGO – Aug 24–Sept 22: Virgo, there are plenty of opportunities open to you, but you may not realize they are

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No one can argue that one of the most important things we can do as responsible gun owners is to properly introduce a new enthusiast to firearm handling and ownership by emphasizing safety and the related responsibilities. Whether you are about to deal with an adult who has never had the opportunity to hunt or enjoy any of the shooting sports or introducing a youth for the first time to proper handling of firearms, there are several things to keep in mind.

First and foremost is firearm handling safety, regardless of the age of the person you are teaching. But, we must keep in mind that young students are naturally curious about most things, and you really need to take whatever time is necessary to break down your descriptions and keep things simple. Initially, open the action of whatever firearm you are talking about and make sure the student verifies that the gun is empty. We always say, “Treat any gun as if it is always loaded.” Good advice, but checking the chamber to verify that it truly is empty is an important step to engrain into someone who is not used to handling firearms. Satisfy their natural curiosity by explaining the mechanics of the firearm you are working with. By help-

ing someone develop an informed understanding of guns and how to treat them, you will help ensure they will be safe. There are a number of points to be made that will help a new gun handler become more comfortable with owning or handling a firearm and understanding why many people do enjoy having firearms. A good percentage of gun owners begin shooting by plinking with a .22 rifle or BB gun, and it is always good practice for gun handling and marksmanship to spend time firing a light caliber gun. Ease a new shooter into the various shooting sports with the lighter caliber handguns or rifles; then, once they are comfortable, you can move them up to larger firearms. When introducing someone to the shotgun, begin with a .410, 28, or 20 gauge before advancing to a 12 gauge. Many firearms manufacturers make a youth model of their most popular models — from .22 calibers to mid-size calibers and many smaller gauge shotguns. The point is to ease into shooting as gently as possible — it will make the introduction much more fun.

During the early stage of gun handling, it is important to talk — especially to young enthusiasts — about what to do if they happen to find a gun. They should: Stop, Do Not Touch the Gun, Move Away Quickly and Find an Adult. This is a crit-

ical sequence that every young person should understand, whether or not they hope to someday handle a firearm. Even if it looks like a toy gun — Do not handle it; move away and find an adult to handle the situation. They should assume it is a real gun and act appropriately.

It is important to talk to young enthusiasts about just why people have guns and what their various uses are. While they are designed to kill, they can be a useful tool in the hands of a responsible gun owner. There are many collectors of guns who enjoy the history of the ones they have collected, many folks who enjoy having them for hunting or the various shooting sports, and there are some homeowners who have a firearm or two to protect their

family and home. There is much to be said in stressing the importance of being a respectful and responsible gun owner, and it is never too early to plant these ideas into the head of a young enthusiast. Even if you feel a child is too young to actually handle or shoot a firearm, it is never too early to talk to a young person about the things that are stated above. You can take them at a later date to a nearby shooting range to begin the hands-on training. They should also be aware that if they come across a person who appears to be handling a firearm in an irresponsible manner, they should say something to an adult. Safe and proper gun handling is much too important to not report unsafe activity to someone.

Outdoors with Ken Hunter… Black Bear Hunting

Like a lot of hunters in Pennsylvania, I do some bear hunting, but I’m not an overly dedicated bear hunter.

I took a 200-pound cinnamon phase of a black bear in Montana years ago but have never killed a Pennsylvania black bear.

I’ve seen bears on a few occasions while hunting in Pennsylvania, but good shots were not forthcoming, or the bear was too small, and I wasn’t interested in shooting it.

The truth is, however, if you want to take a black bear, especially a big one,

– Go Figure

Pennsylvania is probably one of your best choices. Pennsylvania’s bear population, even though it may be down a bit over the past few years, is estimated to be somewhere around 16,000 bears, while Maine, known for its good bear numbers, probably ranks somewhere around 25,000 bears. Generally speaking, when it comes to bear harvests, Alaska may be the only state that comes in higher than Pennsylvania and Michigan. Virginia may also give us a run for our money from time to time.

Well, as usual, when the big game hunting seasons are over in Pennsylvania,

I like to check out the figures that have been compiled, so here comes the numbers.

In 2022 3,170 bears were taken, which comes in as the 14th highest ever. That’s down from the previous year when 3,621 were taken.

The year 2019 was the highest ever, with 4,653. Bears were taken in 58 of the 67 counties and 22 of the 23 different WMUs. I live just outside of Lycoming County, and it often ranks at the top of the bear take; however, this

past year, Tioga County was first with 187 bears, and Lycoming was second with 152.

Breaking down the bear harvest numbers by season, we find that 737 bears were taken in the archery season, 712 in the muzzleloader/special firearms season, 1,051 in the general season, 633 in the extended season, and another 7 in the early season. Pennsylvania offers several seasonal opportunities at different times and a variety of weapons possibilities that increase the chances of taking a bear in our state. Those hunting opportunities are probably being recognized in our license sales; last year was our third-highest license sales, with almost 204,000 resident license sales and

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nearly 1,000 non-resident sales. When it comes to size, Pennsylvania is hard to beat. Many of our bears are big, one of the reasons being the ample food supply here in our state. The largest black bear taken in 2022 was a 755-pounder taken with a muzzleloader. The heaviest bear ever taken was an 875-pounder taken in Pike County. Since 1992 there have been seven bears taken that weighed at least 800 pounds. If you break it down by county, Monroe County accounted for a 746-pounder and another one of 705 pounds. Potter County followed with one of 693 pounds, then Clearfield County with one of 681 pounds. Clinton County had one of 657 pounds, followed by a 650-pounder from Luzerne County.

Bradford County’s 634-pounder barely beat out Lycoming County’s 623-pounder. To put it into perspective, the average bear in Pennsylvania goes around 225 pounds.

The fact that we have so many different tools to use when hunting bears in our state makes it even more interesting and, if you like, even more challenging. I just read an article in Pennsylvania Game News magazine where a guy by the name of Cole Schnably of Bedford County took a bear with an estimated live weight of 681 pounds with a longbow; not a crossbow, not a compound, and not a recurve — an “old-fashioned longbow.” I doubt I’ll try the longbow, but I might put my rifle to work sometime next year.

District IV Hoops Teams Keep Hopes Alive

An admitted ‘basketball junkie,’ a year ago, South Williamsport’s Dean Kriebel’s daily practice plan had one distinct goal; find a way to make it to the next day. The only game he was determined to win was the game of life. In December 2021, Kriebel was diagnosed with cancer, and his total concentration was to win the battle and hopefully get back to coaching the game from the sidelines.

As the final seconds ticked off the clock in last Thursday’s PIAA District IV AA championship game, the smile on Kriebel’s face was nearly as big as his 6’9 frame as his Lady Mountaineers completed a mercy rule 49-19 thumping of Line Mountain to claim the school’s first district title since 2009, a time when its four seniors were approaching kindergarten.

Led by sophomore Lacey Kriebel’s long-range shooting, harassing defense, and the dirty work inside play of senior Sophia Casella and sophomore Alizabeth Schuler the Mounties raced to a 23-7 halftime lead and were never threatened the rest of the way. South connected on ten 3-point bombs, with Kriebel draining eight in registering a career-high 26 points.

So effective was the Mounties shooting from the suburbs they never registered a 2-point field goal under the mid-point of the third quarter.

South Williamsport will venture into state tournament play later this week, likely hosting Lancaster Mennonite at a District Four site. The night previous, in the AA boys championship game, those long-ago residents of Massachusetts enlightened by Paul Revere’s daring ride could have never imagined how quickly the word of Muncy’s 65-54 triumph over St. John Neumann spread through the West Branch Valley. The Indians’ win came on the heels of two SJN mercy rule victories between the two teams during the regular season that ended the Knight’s 15-game winning streak and its four-year run as District IV champions.

Giving credence to the theory that teams that can shoot most often win, the Indians shot 67% from the floor. Playing only five players, the quintet of Mike Fry (20), Ross Eyer (16), Branson Eyer (10), Noah Confer (10), and Eli Weinke (9) out-performed the magical talents of Davion Hill (35) and his Neumann mates.

At press time, both the Williamsport girls

and boys were on the verge of bringing home District 2-4 6A championship gold with scheduled games last weekend.

The Lady Millionaires, under the guidance of first-year coach Justin Marnon, produced a memorable triumph beating perennial nemesis Hazelton 54-37 in an earlier playoff game. Williamsport had not beaten Hazelton since 2006 that, included a 60-40 home loss in December.

Marnon, a WHS graduate, is in his first year at the helm of the Cherry & White after enjoying a successful stint at South Williamsport, including leading the Mounties to the PIAA AA state quarterfinals last year.

Led by Payton Baney and Ally Chilson, Williamsport is seeking to win its first district title since 1995 and is adjusting to Marnon’s coaching style after a slow start to the season.

“The game is all about mindset and team play,” Marnon stressed. The teams that win and move on are the confident teams that play together. This season was a new experience for both the coaches and players. We have tried to build team confidence and have everyone work well together. We have gotten better as the season progressed.”

Allen Taylor’s Millionaire boys attempted to slay their own dragon last Saturday, taking on Scranton for the District 2-4 6A title at the Mohegan Sun Arena.

The top-seeded Cherry & White (19-4) were hoping to end a four-game losing streak to Scranton that included playoff losses the past two seasons. WAHS routed Delaware Valley 77-36 in the district semi-

finals and looks ahead to its first state tournament appearance since 2017. Several local hoop squads were competing to keep their state playoff hopes alive at press time.

Loyalsock’s girls got past Troy and Bloomsburg and met perennial power Mount Carmel for the AAA crown last Saturday. Going into the game, Sock had won three district championships in the past four years and reached six straight state tournaments.

Coach Ron Insinger’s Lancer boys experienced an unfamiliar double-loss season (14-11), falling to North-Penn Mansfield 66-62 in District semi-finals. The team had won the last four D-4 AAA titles but was looking to advance to its 7th consecutive state tournament appearance with a win over Warrior Run for third place.

The Jersey Shore girls continued its solid season (18-6), knocking off Lewisburg in the D-4 AAA semi-finals. Darrin Bischoff ’s Lady Dawgs took on Central Columbia, winners of 12 of its last 13 games, in Shore’s first AAAA championship game since 2001.

SJN’s Lady Knights (16-9) played their first District Four title game in school history, falling against top-seeded Meadowbrook Christian 57-47 in overtime. The Knights led by 13 points in the third quarter but couldn’t hold the lead in a foul-plagued, turnover-marred contest.

Good luck in the days ahead for all local teams who’ve played their way on to a hoped-for trip to state championship gold in Hershey.

I love this time of year. Oh, it brings back so many memories. As a player. A broadcaster. A coach. And now as a fan. There are tons of ups and downs. Fantastic atmospheres. Tremendous student sections. The sounds. I still get nervous for my friends. High school basketball is at its best in March.

My son Jensen and I snuck over to Montoursville this past Wednesday. We were there early. I wanted to sit courtside to experience all the action. Sullivan County and Northumberland Christian were playing first. The PIAA District 4 Single A Championship was up for grabs. I try to stay unbiased, but the Griffin’s Head Coach, Glenn Vaughan, is a good chum. His assistant Frank Comfort and I also go back quite a way. OK, we were rooting for Sullivan County.

Coach Vaughan is the best in the business. Seriously. His teams are always solid. Glenn gets the most out of his players. Every year. They play hard and make things tough. Sullivan isn’t the most talented bunch, but they are a unit, and they make up for their lack of talent and size with incredible effort — a very welloiled machine. The Griffins have a very

small school. But the district covers a gigantic area. Eagles Mere. Hillsgrove. Forksville. Dushore. And Shunk. Sometimes these kids live 65 miles apart. It’s incredible. Yes. It is a beautiful thing.

Jamie Spencer

Sullivan County played tremendously. Ben Carpenter scored 18 points, Riley King added 16, and the Griffins brilliantly executed on both ends. They controlled the tempo and nipped the heavy favorites. All eight players made big impacts, and the 17-8 Fighting Vaughans are your new District Champs. I was ecstatic. I gave Glenn’s mom Gail who does the book, a big hug. Coach was busy living in the moment. It’s cool. We spoke the next day. Big Frank Comfort simply smiled. The ALL-TIME NCAA COLLEGE SWIM Coach was thrilled for the boys. Congratulations Sullivan. Let’s play some golf soon, guys. “Winning this game was huge,” Coach Vaughn explained. “I am so happy for the guys. We knew this was possible. Even though NORRY was the favorite. We have been playing well down the stretch. Our guys are really working on the defensive end. The guys were not tight, and they executed our plan. It was

a total team win. I am proud of them.” Game two was St. John Neumann and Muncy. These two rivals were competing for the PIAA District IV Double A crown. Neumann moved up a division this year because of their successes and a transfer who wore glasses. That’s quite an interesting tale, and I am pleading the fifth. Neumann has owned Muncy for the past few seasons. I think the last time the Indians prevailed was in 2012. But again. Everyone has a clean slate in March. Records do not matter. This game was for all the marble and granite. Muncy was outstanding. They weren’t afraid. The Indians weren’t backing down this time. It was tight at the beginning,

but Muncy pulled away late. They played their best game. Coach Gresh had an excellent plan. His guys were possessed, and they controlled the tempo. Everyone was sharp, and they made the right deci

sions. They worked the ball around the perimeter and were extremely patient. Only five guys touched the floor. No subs. It was insane.

The Indians played a near-perfect game. They shot an incredible 67.6% from the field and went 13 for 18 down the stretch. Muncy dismantled SJNRA’s zone defense which gave it absolutely fits the previous two games. Holy ball movement. They had 23 assists on 25 field goals. Impressive stuff, guys. Davion Hill was sensational. He scored 35 points. But no matter what, Davion did. Muncy had all the answers.

“We developed a plan, and we stuck with it,” Coach Jason Gresh said. “Yes.

We executed and hit shots, but that’s what it came down to. We believed in the game plan. We stuck with it. Everyone did their job.”

Cousins Ross and Branson Eyer are my young friends. I went to school with their parents. It has been a joy watching them grow. Yes. Jensen and I were rooting for the Knights, but I was extremely happy for these two. Exceptional kids. My guys. Mikey Fry had 20 points, and he hit some big-time shots. Mikey is heading to Lycoming College next fall. He will be playing golf for the Warriors. Yes. I will be his coach. Congratulations guys. It was a great night in

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PETS

PUPPIES

SHELTIE/BORDER

COLLIE Cross Puppies. Tri-Colored And Cute. $300-400.00. Call 570502-1834, Loganton Area. 171512

DARK RED POODLES. 1 Female, Has White On Chest, $625.00. Males $400.00. Had Shots, Ready March 18th. 570-745-3525. 171350

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. Cute and Playful, $200.00. Call 570-5476409. 171391

FOR SALE: MINI POODLE Puppies. Very Cute And Adorable. $350.00. 570-538-2368. 171337

5 STANDARD GOLDEN DOODLE Puppies. Very Cute, $300.00. 570-5471656. 171000

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COLLIE Cross Puppies. Tri-Colored And Cute. Ready February 27th. $300400.00. Call 570-502-1834, Loganton Area. 171145

CAVAPOOCHON HYPOALLERGENIC Designer Puppy. 10 Weeks Old With All Shots And Vet Cleared. $1,300.000. 570971-8819. 171322

MINI BORDER COLLIE/ Blue Heeler Puppies For Sale. Shots, Wormed And Vet Checked. Also Golden Retriever Puppies. Make Offer. 570-745-3840. 171341

EVENTS

VICTORIAʼS PRIMITIVE PIECES Is Open

Every Saturday From 10am2pm At 1950 Green Ave. Williamsport. 170983

YARD SALES

ESTATE SALE

CAS ESTATE SALE. Thurs/Fri., March 9 & 10. 8am-5pm. 317 Jerome Ave. Williamsport. Furn., glassware, kitchenware, dish sets, linens, blankets, knickknacks, artificial flowers, holiday items, vacuums, jewelry; ladies clothing, purses, scarves and accessories; storage bins galore, local memorabilia incl. signed Little League Program 1949, LOTS of old pictures, postcards, wall prints, CDs, DVDs, records, tools, ball jars, box lots, and lots more. Watch our web site: www. casestatesales.com for more info. and pictures. (cas)

PERFECT-2-PERFECT

is having a four-day whole home estate and moving sale featuring lots of tools, household cleaning and other items for sale at 1228 N. Loyalsock Ave in Montoursville. The sale will be NEXT WEEK on Wed Mar

15 from 8:30am to 4pm, ThFr 9am-2pm and Saturday 9am-noon. This is the big sale in March we had been promising! 2 floors, garage, sun porch and two overseas containers filled to the brim! Go to www.onlinetradingassistant.com for details and photos. 171507

Estate of Ray R Satorius, late of Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary in the above named estate have been granted to the undersigned to whom all persons owing said estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against the estate of the decedent to make the same known by written notice without delay. Executor Duane A.

ART LESSONS

ADULT ART LESSONS, Lycoming Art Students League. Instruction Since 1980. Call 570-368-1616 Or 570-327-8338. 171152

CHURCH SERVICES

HESHBON PARK

UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH 2898 Heshbon Rd., Williamsport (Turn Off Of Lycoming Creek Road) Pastor Jane O’Borski.

Worship 9 AM, Sunday School 10:15 AM. 170477

GENERAL MERCH.

FREE FOR PICK-UP. Used Batts Of R19 Insulation, Eco-Touch. 570-917-3228. 171515

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2 STAGE

SNOW BLOWER

Murray 13/33” Euro Series. New In 2007, Works. $450.00 Or Reasonable Offer. 570-494-1455. 171139

SAFE STEP. North America ’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-833-3561954. M11

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Come join us for a chance to win the $1000 guaranteed Jackpot, our progressive Bonanza game and more!

We H ave Great Food too!

18 face: $28, 12 face: $22, 6 face: $14 • Add a bumper to the 18 face for $9 All packages include a chance to win the Jackpot and Mystery #(s)

open at 5pm • Games begin at 6:30pm

METAL ROOFING & Siding For Houses, Barns, Sheds etc, 36” Coverage, Painted $2.35 LF, Bare $1.45 to $1.70 LF, Rainbow $1.35 LF, Sold As Seconds Made in Ephrata, Pa 717445-5222. M11

SAFE STEP. North America’s #1 Walk-in tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1600 off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-4171306. C11

PORTABLE RV Waste Bin, $50.00. 570-447-2439.

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Doors Open 5:00pm • Games Begin @6:30pm • anks for your Support

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BATH & SHOWER

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80 FOOT ANTENNA

Tri-Pod. 10 Foot Sections, Steel, On The Ground, Can Be Taken Apart. BEST OFFER. Call Around 5pm. 570-998-8249. 171344

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES TODAY with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Down + Low Monthly Pmt with a free Quote – Call now before the next power outage: 1-855-948-6176. C11

FARM FEED

HAY. SMALL SQUARE

BALES. Alfalfa & Timothy Mix. First & Second Crop. $4.00 & $5.00 Bales. 570323-1967. 171293

FOR CHICKENS: QUALITY

Layer Pellet, Crumbles, Starter, Grower, Finisher. Also Bedding. Other Quality Livestock Feed Available. Clean Scratch Grain. Fought’s Mill Race Street, Hughesville. 570-584-2764. 171161

FIREARMS

WIN. DELUXE, MOD. 64, 32 Special Rifle. Excellent Condition, 1943. 85 Rounds Ammo, $2,100.00. hookoo50@gmail.com . 170853

300 WEATHERBY MAGNUM MARK V. One Owner. Purchased 1965. Made In Germany. 4.5 x 14 Leupold Scope. This Gun Comes With Complete Set Of RCBS Reloading Dies, One Box Shells Factory 180 Grain. Half Box Shells Loaded With 165 Grain Nosler Partition Bullets, One Box Brass, One Box 30 Caliber 165 Grain Nosler Partition Bullets. $2,500.00. Call 267-294-4140. 171357

FIREWOOD

FIREWOOD FOR SALE

$140.00/Cord. Pickup At 6925 Armstrong Road, Muncy, PA. 17756. 570546-8633. 170411

FIREWOOD. Red And White Oak. Cut. Pick-Up Or Delivery Call 570-2205227. 171342

HARD WOOD SLAB WOOD $10.00 A Bundle. 570-547-0635. 169986

GOOD THINGS TO EAT

FRESH EGGS From Free-Range Ducks. $5.50 Per Dozen, Quantity Discounts. Loganton Area. Call 570-725-2187. 171151

HEALTHCARE

STROKE & CARDIO-

VASCULAR DISEASE are leading causes of death according to the American Heart Association. Screenings can provide peace of mind or early detection! Call Life Line Screening to schedule your screening. Special offer- 5 screenings for $149. Call 1-866-5188391. M11

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We Currently Have 3 Full-Time Job Openings for Immediate Hire!

FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST

Experience in real estate, construction, or accounting is preferred.

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Must have significant experience in "ground up" commercial construction. The chosen candidate will be responsible for the complete oversite and management of construction projects.

WANTED TO BUY

CALLAHANʼS ANTIQUITIES

381 Broad Street Montoursville, PA.

ALWAYS BUYING Quality Antiques, Gold, Silver

Top Prices Paid With Immediate Payment. One Piece or Whole Estates.

“Member of Certified Appraisers Guild of America”.

Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

570-368-2597. 171147

WANTED: CHEST FREEZER. Working Or Non-Working Condition.

570-745-2491. 171323

WANTED: USED BOOKS. We Buy Large Collection. Cleaning Out Your Attic, Storage Unit And So Forth? Give Us A Call. Would Like To Fond A Steady Supply Of Used Books. We Need Old Books And So Forth. Call 570725-2405 Ext:1 . 171340 FRYING PANS & ANVILS. Any Size & Condition. 1 Pan Or Whole Collections. Let Me Be The Judge. 570-998-9132.

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ANTIQUE GERMAN DOLLS. NO MODERN DOLLS. PLEASE LEAVE MESSAGE, THANK YOU. 570-4196686. 171338 BUYING RECORDS!!!

Sonic Ascension Records Is Buying Albums And 45’s. Rock, Blues, Jazz, Punk, And Metal. No Collection Too Big Or Small. Cash Paid On The Spot! Call 570-360-3486 Or Find Us On Facebook. 171318

EMPLOYMENT

THE HUGHESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY is currently accepting resumes and seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Library Director. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the Library Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Library operations to efficiently, and effectively serve the public needs. We are seeking a candidate with strong communication skills and progressively responsible library service. Interested persons should apply by submitting a resume, cover letter and three references to hapl@jvbrown.edu. Questions may be directed to the same address. 171509

GRETCHENʼS HAIR SALON Is Looking For an Experienced Hair Stylist. Please Call 570-326-4900.

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JANITORIAL/ CLEANERS

Part time cleaning positions available in the Watsontown area. MondayFriday 2:00pm to 6:00pm. Call or text 717-324-1552. 171285

HELP WANTED: WE ARE SEEKING A Mechanic For Installation Of Lift Kits, Wheel Tires And Accessories, As Well As General Automotive Maintenance. Inspection And Emission License A Plus But Not Required. Call 570935-0259. 171519

ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW LOOKING for a Heavy Equipment Technician position? Look no further. Wayne Township is looking for a FT Heavy Equipment Technician. The successful applicant will receive the full benefit package, which includes Authority paid health insurance, short, and long term disability insurance, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, Employee incentive plan, and numerous other valuable benefits. If you or someone you know is interested, complete the application online at www.waynetwplandfill.com or stop in the office to complete one. 171286

THE EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER (ECLC) a faith-based not-for-profit childcare facility located in the First Southern Baptist Church of Lycoming County at 89 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport is accepting applications for a full-time Infant Teacher. Applicants must be at least 18 years or older and have a minimum of two years documented experience working with young children. Please send resume to eclcfsbc@gmail. com or call 570-323-2025 for more information. The ECLC is an EOE. 170620

PLUMBINGMASTERS

IS LOOKING for HVAC Technicians and Helpers with experience in servicing and installing all types of systems (some experience

Church of the Resurrection

75 Musser Lane, Muncy, PA

Lenten Fish Dinners

Our Lenten meals will be held on the following dates March 10 th , March 17th , March 24 th , March 31st at the church • 4:00pm–7:00pm (No Good Friday Dinner)

e meals feature a choice of:

Batter dipped • Oven Fried Haddock • Breaded Oven Fried Shrimp

in oil furnaces is a plus). We offer competitive pay, paid vacation and holiday’s, medical benefits and 401K. Please send resume and business references to: PlumbingMasters, 302 Sidney Street, South Williamsport, 17702 or email at plumbingmasters1@ verizon.net or call 570-3231983. 171521

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPET, UPHOLSTERY, & TILE FLOOR CLEANING COMPANY FOR SALE. This is a low moisture and environmentally green cleaning system. Includes 3 carpet, 1 upholstery and 1 tile floor cleaning machines plus all miscellaneous sprayers, buckets, mops etc. and a Ford Transit Van. This company has a strong customer base with a protected area including Lycoming and six surrounding counties. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY 570-337-4804. 171522

BUSINESS SERVICES

JUNK REMOVAL, HAULING, Clean-Out. Brush Removal. Free Estimates. 570-360-9668. 171153

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Meals $12 each and served with coleslaw, stewed tomatoes, macaroni & cheese, bread & butter, plus a dessert. e dinners will be primarily take-out with limited in-house dining available.

Women’s

For Immediate Hire

Transport Custom Designs, a custom enclosed trailer manufacturer located in Montoursville, Pa is looking for skilled laborers to help fulfill the number of custom trailers we currently have on order. Carpentry skills, basic electric & plumbing and operating a variety of hand tools would be an asset.

– Please stop in our office at –240 Streibeigh Lane, Montoursville, Pa. 17754 or reply online to: holly@transportcustomdesigns.com

WE TRANSFORM YOUR KITCHEN IN LESS TIME, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate 1-844-8875145 (PA017137) M11

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10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-610-1936.

C11 RICHARTʼS FURNITURE REFINISHING AND REPAIR We Make Spindles, We Fix Most Any Loose Chairs. We Also Paint Metal, 570-584-3215.

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Looking for a career where you can make a difference by keeping our college community safe? Consider joining our Public Safety team at Lycoming College! We have positions available as Public Safety Supervisors, Communications Offi cers and Public Safety Offi cers which work together to ensure the safety of our students, staff, faculty, and property on campus. Lycoming College offers excellent benefi ts that include generous holiday pay / paid time off, retirement and tuition benefi ts as well as health, dental and vision insurance. Go to www.lycoming.edu for more information or call 570-321-4042 to inquire!

CLEANING AND HAULING INSIDE AND OUT

We Will Clean Up And Haul Away Your Unwanted Items From Your Yard, Attic, Basement And Garage. Reliable And Reasonable. Call Gary 570-244-1424 OR 570-321-9472. 17152

LAWNCARE

ROBERTʼS LANDSCAPING. MOWING, TRIMMING, MULCHING, SPRING CLEAN-UP. 570279-2012. 171214

RICHARDʼS LAWN CARE AND LANDSCAPING. Spring Clean-Up, Trimming, Mowing And Mulching. Free Estimates. PA064570. 570-772-1588. 171020

HEALTHCARE CLEANING

NEED A CLEAN HOUSE? No Time? Call ME! I Will Get Your Home Looking Great So You Can Relax! Great Rates, References Available Upon Request. For An Estimate Call Joyce 570-238-1796.

FARMING

Look look LOOK. ATTENTION FARMERS!

Do you have a wet spot in your field that you want gone? We get rid of the average size wet spot for $250. with some secret sauce.. Money back guaranteed. Call or text 5709892175 or send an email to hertzlerenterprises@ gmail.com .

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LEGAL

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$10K - $125K+ Get Fresh Start or Forgiveness Call 1-877-705-1472 Monday through Friday 7AM-5PM PST. M11

DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG CANCER? You may qualify for a substantial cash award - even with smoking history. NO obligation! We’ve recovered millions. Let us help!! Call 24/7, 1-888-650-9135. M11

FINANCIAL

ARE YOU A PET OWNER? Do you want to get up to 100% back on Vet Bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company has pet coverage that can help! Call 1-866314-0584 to get a free quote or visit insurebarkmeow. com/macnet. M11

INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! FREE quote: Call 1-866-272-0492. M11

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homemade country breakfast made by the men of the Holy Name Society, I.C. Church, Bastress.

Sunday, March 12th

8:00 a.m. - Noon

Adults $9 Kids Under 12 - $4

Menu: Buttermilk and buckwheat pancakes, sausage, sausage gravy and biscuits, liverwurst, co ee, tea, OJ, and co ee cake

Location: Immaculate Conception Parish Hall

5973 Jacks Hollow Rd. Williamsport, PA

Proceeds benefit the charitable works of the H.N.S.

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INSURANCE

LOOKING FOR AUTO INSURANCE? Find great deals on the right auto insurance to suit your needs. Call today for a free quote! 866-924-2397. M11

CELL SERVICE

SWITCH AND SAVE up to $250/yr on talk, text & data. No contract or hidden fees. Unlimited talk & text with flexible data plans. Premium nationwide coverage. 100% U.S. based customer service. Limited time get $50 off any new account. Use code GIFT50. 1-855903-3048 . C11

TV / INTERNET

DIRECTV STREAM

- Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo for 12 mos

Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405. C11

INTERNET & WIFI

STARTS at $49 Call us Today to Get Started. Find High Speed Internet with Fiber Optic Technology No Credit Check, No SSN Required. Call us Today! 866396-0515. M11

NO PEEKING ALLOWED! SEE PAGE 54 FOR THIS WEEKS GAMES

DISH TV $64.99 FOR 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/21/24. 1-866-5905561. M11

DIRECTV STREAMCarries the Most Local MLB Games! CHOICE Package, $89.99/mo for 12 months. Stream on 20 devices in your home at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-629-6086. M11

HUGHESNET - Finally, super-fast internet no matter where you live. 25 Mbps just $59.99/mo! Unlimited Data is Here. Stream Video. Bundle TV & Internet. Free Installation. Call 866-499-0141. C11 DISH TV $64.99 FOR 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/21/23. 1-866-4791516. C11

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENTS

Williamsport - GRACE STREET- RENT SPECIAL! FIRST MONTH RENT FREE WITH SECURITY DEPOSIT PAID IN FULL FOR 1 BRM. APTS. NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL THOSE 62 YRS. OR OLDER WHO MEET FEDERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. W/W CARPET, A/C. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED EXCEPT TELEPHONE AND CABLE. SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. CALL FOR APPLICATION AND INFORMATION. 1-800-735-3068, TDD 711. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER & EMPLOYER. 171355

WILLIAMSPORTLINN STREET MANOR - RENT SPECIAL! FIRST MONTH RENT FREE WITH SECURITY DEPOSIT PAID IN FULL FOR 1 BRM. APTS. W/ 2 APTS. DESIGNED TO ACCOM. NEEDS OF A WHEELCHAIR. RENT INCLUDES UTILITIES. MUST BE 62 YRS. OR OLDER & MEET FEDERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. FOR INFO. CALL 1-800-735-3068. OR 570-322-2444. TDD 711. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER & EMPLOYER. 171356

-MILL RACE COMMONS and PARKSIDE MANOR ELDERLY APARTMENTS. Applications are now being accepted from eligible elderly individuals in Montoursville, Pennsylvania. Applications can be obtained from Ruth Wiest at SEDA-COG by calling 1-800-326-9310 or 570-524-4491. WHAT ARE MILL RACE COMMONS AND PARKSIDE MANOR? The apartment buildings consist of a total of 60 individual apartments designed to house senior citizens 62 years of age or older. These apartments offer modern, maintenance-free, and affordable living. All of the units consist of a combined kitchen/dining area, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. The facilities are located adjacent to Indian Park, and also have luxuriously furnished community

1108 Spruce St., Montoursville, PA. March 10th & 11th • 8am-4pm

Fifty Year accumulation of Collectibles, Furniture, Dining Room Table & 4 Chairs, Bedroom Suite, Luggage, Christmas Dishes, Powered Recliner, Toys, GI Joe, Big Jim, Dolls, Costume Jewelry, Cameras & So Much More

spaces located throughout the building. These include a community room, lounges, a library, a computer lab, and a three-season porch.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Applicants who are at least 62 years of age and whose annual incomes are less than $31,980 for one person or $36,540 for two people. We are currently maintaining a wait list for both buildings.

HOW MUCH RENT DOES

A RESIDENT PAY? $600 (one-bedroom) or $700 (two-bedroom) per month. The monthly rental includes all utilities with the exception of cable television and telephone. 171333

STORAGE UNITS

10 X 16. $75.00/Month. Call 570-337-4994. 171237

VEHICLES

SELL YOUR VEHICLE FAST!

WEBB WEEKLY CLASSIFIED ADS GET RESULTS.

DIRECT MAILED TO OVER 58,000 HOMES AND BUSINESSES.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL, 3 LINES FOR 4 WEEKS, ONLY $15.95.

CALL CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT 570326-9322

RV BRAKE 2 Towed Vehicle With Remote Braking, $250.00. 570-447-2439.

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BLUE OX TOWBAR With Safety Chains, $400.00. 570-447-2439. 170985

VEHICLES WANTED

WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206

KRMiller1965@yahoo.com

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DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, BOAT, RV AND MORE TO SUPPORT OUR VETERANS! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-3270686 today! M11

DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398. C11

WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206

KRMiller1965@yahoo.com

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ATTENTION

B & C Auto Wreckers Will Now Pay Top Dollar For Your Unwanted Cars, Trucks and Equipment. Licensed and Professional Service. Call For Details. 570-547-1040. 171251

Athletic & Adult Education Director East Lycoming School District is seeking applications for a full-time Director of Athletics and Adult Education. E ective June 1st

For completed job description and application requirements, email elsdjobs@elsd.org

Deadline for applications is March 17, 2023