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Dollars & Sense About Sharing the Highway

As I headed down the beltway toward Montoursville, right where cars merge on from the Faxon on ramp, there was no doubt in my mind what was about to happen. I was in the right lane with a tractor-trailer to my le , as a car traveling at a high rate of speed was about to merge onto 180. ere was no place for me to go and there was no way he was going to yield.

A younger me might have held my ground like a NASCAR driver and forced him to pass me to the right on the berm —maybe even speeding up and hugging the right white line so he had to get over even farther toward the guardrail. e older me did the right thing — decelerating quickly and allowing him to merge in ahead of me. I can’t say I’ve reached the point where I didn’t mutter a few words. And in case you’re wondering, there was no One Finger All-American Salute involved. As he sped o , weaving lane to lane, my only hope was the o cer that o en sits on that stretch before Walmart got him! I’m sure as you’re reading this, you’re thinking about a driving incident you’ve recently encountered. As I later sat down

to pen my article, I thought it would be a good focal point for this time of year.

e summer travel season has arrived across our Nation, and I have many thoughts to share with you. A couple of them are guaranteed to happen every year, some are a sign of the current times we are living in. All can de nitely a ect your drive to work or that muchanticipated vacation.

I will begin with the eecing of America that takes place every time we fuel up a car, only now there’s a little extra twist. We have been brainwashed over the years to believe the price of gas just naturally goes up this time of year. e only reason the price of gas goes up is because Americans drive more in the summer, and the big oil companies take advantage of this fact. I know they always have a reason to justify it with the help of the national media, Wall Street, and even our federal government, but I believe the truth is just simply corporate greed and how it bene ts all the abovementioned.

As far as the twist I was talking about, gas prices are already more than we should be paying, and American wages haven’t kept up with the cost of living

and traveling on any level. So, this equates to this year’s transportation taking a little bigger bite out of your wallet. Not to mention it’s harder than ever to save for that vacation because of the e ects of in ation on everything Americans purchase, from groceries to housing to the insurance to protect whatever they have or the vehicles that enable them to travel. Let’s not forget the climbing cost of health care and medication.

e bottom line is everything has increased, and we’re not the federal government, who can just print more money. Americans put more on their charge cards than ever before, and the interest rates charged by nancial institutions also drain opportunities to save for travel.

Moving right along with what always goes hand-in-hand with summer driving is construction — and there seems to be more of that going on at every turn. is also means you must allow a little extra time and patience for travel. Please keep your eyes on the road and away from distractions.

I will stay away from why our bridges and roads have gotten in such bad shape in Pennsylvania. We have paid

some of the highest fuel taxes in the Nation for decades. Tolls are nothing new to our state and are only going up. And our state has bene ted from natural gas money intended for maintaining the roadways. Something tells me this money didn’t end up where it was supposed to. I will stop there and get back to all the construction zones.

Please give our highway workers a break; they have a tough job to do in a dangerous work environment. You see the drivers they must deal with every day; some make the Walmart parking lot a hazardous situation. At the end of the day, they just want to get into their vehicle and drive home safely. As you approach a work area, drive like one of your family members or friends has that assignment for the day.

I will nish up this week with please pay close attention to how you’re driving and what is going on around you as you’re sharing the road — don’t pass the buck. ere’s a lot going on this time of year, none of which really matters if you don’t arrive there safely. When a near miss occurs, please give a wave that you’re sorry or one of understanding. Be grateful that an accident did not occur and avoid escalating the situation.

Let’s all be safe out there.

God Bless America.

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Back on the Wagon

Well guys, I did it. I fell off the New Year’s Resolution wagon. Remember how I talked about one of my resolutions being eating at home more, and spending less money eating out? Well it has slipped away from me. Life has a way of happening sometimes, and I’ve gotten off course.

So, it’s time for an almost-mid-year reset. In order to get back on track, I’ve been looking for new recipes. I found this one on tablespoon.com, which is my go-to site for recipes, and it was an AMAZING hit with the family, so I thought y’all might want to try it too! Seriously guys, this went over so incredibly well. So be sure to try it out!

This is also a great dinner idea for when you want something comfy, but don’t want to put a lot of effort in! Chicken, cheese, and of course bacon! You can’t go wrong!

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Ingredients:

• 3 oz package real bacon bits

• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 cup milk

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

• 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breast (I just cooked some chick-

en up with salt, pepper, garlic and Italian seasoning)

• 4 cups cooked wide egg noodle pasta (cooked al dente in lightly salted water)

• 2 cups frozen broccoli florets, prepared according to package directions

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• 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F and gather the rest of your ingredients.

Combine the bacon, cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Carefully stir in the chicken, noodles and broccoli. Pour into a lightly greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Combine the breadcrumbs and butter in a small bowl. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the casserole. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, increase the temperature to 400°F, and bake another 5-10 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden.

Another easy recipe I found was for this Cheeseburger Frittata. It’s kinda like breakfast for dinner — with a twist!

Simple Cheeseburger Frittata

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. lean ground beef

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 medium white onion, chopped

• 8 large eggs

• 1/4 cup heavy cream

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and pepper

• 6 oz. cheddar cheese, grated

• Ketchup, for serving

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350° F. In a 12-inch (oven-safe) cast-iron skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil and ground beef over medium heat. Cook beef, breaking it up as it cooks, until it’s browned.

Once beef is cooked, add onions and cook for a few minutes until they’re soft. Season the mixture with garlic powder and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, whisk together the eggs and cream.

Sprinkle the beef mixture with about 1/2 cup of grated cheese (leave most of it to top the frittata later). Then pour the egg mixture over beef and onions and spread out eggs so they’re even in the dish. Transfer dish to the oven and bake for 20 minutes at 350° F.

Remove frittata and top with the rest of the grated cheese. Then return to oven for 5 minutes.

If, like me, you have also been seeing your DoorDash driver a bit too often, hopefully these recipes will get you back on track!

The New Stylistics and Eddie Holman To Appear For CAPPA Fundraiser at CAC

By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

If you want to “Feel Brand New” and have a “Betcha, Golly Wow” time, support the good work of CAPPA (Community Alliance for Progressive Positive Action), and attend a great concert, then you want to attend “An Evening With the Stylistics and Eddie Holman” when they appear at the Community Arts Center in downtown Williamsport on Friday, May 24, at 7:30 p.m.

e Stylistics, featuring Russell ompkins Jr., with his impeccable and distinctive falsetto voice, led the group to international fame and recognition in the early and mid-1970s, recording such hits as: “Betcha By Golly Wow,” “You Make Me Feel Brand New,” “You Are Everything,” “Stop, Look, Listen,” “Break Up to Make Up,” “Stone In Love With You,” and many more.

Eddie Holman’s dream was realized when the hit “ is Can’t Be True” charted in 1965. is turned out to be the rst of many, including his charttopper “Hey ere Lonely Girl” in

1969 and “Cathy Called” in 1970. Eddie has proven to be one of the most famous falsetto voices ever heard and continues to travel the world performing.

Loni Gamble, who heads the CAPPA program, once played as a keyboardist for “ e Stylistics.”

Now, a little about CAPPA: e Community Alliance for Progressive Positive Action (CAPPA) is a 501 c-3 non-pro t, community-based organization that provides youth intervention and positive development strategies to students (K-8 grade) residing in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 2002 and gained non-pro t status in 2004. It is celebrating its 20th anniversary year as a non-pro t. Since 2002, CAPPA’s Youth Intervention and Development program has worked to deter the antisocial activities that lead to delinquent behavior.

CAPPA’s mission is based on a simple concept: meet youth where they are, o er high-interest alternatives to

negative behavior, encourage civic duty, promote academic excellence, and

CAPPA’s Youth Intervention and Development Program helps children achieve in school by providing homework assistance, gradespecific tutoring, performing arts, and the Young Gentlemen project in partnership with Williamsport Area School District on Saturdays at Cochran Primary School from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

CAPPA creates a community-based model that nurtures its youth, fosters healthy child development, and provides for self-motivation. A good education is critical to a young person’s success in life and is one of the most fundamental crime prevention tools available. Kids who stay in school and graduate are more likely to become productive citizens and less likely to turn to crime.

The CAPPA Saturday Academic Enrichment and Performing Arts Program is a necessary community resource. The CAPPA Saturday program ensures that each participant has the following:

– Strong and systematic help with daily homework assignments.

– Remediation of weak academic areas.

– Healthy snacks and lunch.

– A dedicated, safe, structured, and supportive environment.

– Access to technology and instructional support.

CAPPA provides a venue to engage, encourage, empower, and ensure that young people can pursue a life of excellence, fairness, honesty, respect, and success.

CAPPA believes that children of all ability levels are entitled to the same opportunities for participation, acceptance, and belonging. We will make every reasonable accommodation to encourage the full and active participation of all children in our program based on their individual capabilities and needs.

There is a special “Buy One, Get One Free” incentive to purchase select tickets for this fundraising concert.

Use code CAPPA, at CACLive.com or call the CAC Box Office at 570-3262424.

This special promotion is being sponsored by Rick Mahonski, Goldsmith and Attorneys, Bob Elion, Tony Grieco, and Bante Miele Elion. The concert is at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 24, at the Community Arts Center.

PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY

Peripheral neuropathy is a result of damage to the nerves often causing weakness, pain, numbness, tingling, and the most debilitating balance problems. is damage is commonly caused by a lack of blood ow to the nerves in the hands and feet which causes the nerves to begin to degenerate due to the lack of nutrient ow.

As you can see in Figure 1, as the blood vessels that surround the nerves become diseased they shrivel up which causes the nerves to not get the nutrients to continue to survive. When these nerves begin to “die”

they cause you to have balance problems, pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and many additional symptoms.

Treatment at Twin Hills can include light therapy. The low level light therapy is like watering a plant. The light therapy will allow the blood vessels to grow back around the peripheral nerves and provide them with the proper nutrients to heal and repair. It’s like adding water to a plant and seeing the roots grow deeper and deeper.

• A ermal Image Scan to see your nerve damage

• An in-depth consultation about your health and well-being, where we will listen ...really listen…to the details of your case.

• A complete neuromuscular examination.

• Where indicated, a full set of specialized x-rays

• A thorough analysis of your exam and x-ray ndings so we can start mapping out your plan to minimize your neuropathy symptoms.

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Figure 1: When these very small blood vessels become diseased they begin to shrivel up and the nerves begin to degenerate.

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OBITUARIES

Judith L. Smith (nee Zell), 83

Beatrice (Dolly) J. Sullivan, 88, of Williamsport

Stanley Quay Hanley, 68, of Linden

Dennis W. “Skeet” Lucas, 74, of Mill Hall

Kenneth J. Noll, Sr., 78 of Watsontown

Jeani Barto, 70, of Muncy Valley

Charles “Bill” William Hamby (91), of Zion

Sharon M. Coleman, 72, of Lock Haven

Dennis Emile Molino, 66, of Grantville

Doris M. Baysore, 90, of Muncy

Ronald E. “Ron” Morehart, 72 of Watsontown

Walter Edmund Heiser III, 84, of Williamsport

Kenneth M. Armes, 85, of Muncy

Ronald A. Topel, 76, of Williamsport

Junior R. Markel, 82

William E. Messersmith, 87, of Montoursville

William E. Messersmith, 87, of Montoursville

Colleen L. Truax, 46, of Lock Haven

Ester Tordis McLaughlin, 92, of Montoursville

Elizabeth “Betty” A. Nau, 95, of Bastress Twp.

Frances Marion Huling, 93, of Jersey Shore

UPMC Physician: Remain Happy and Healthy In the Sun

By Sabrina Mikita, M.D. UPMC Williamsport

It’s that time of year again. We’ve warded off second — or third — winter and warmer temperatures are here to stay, hopefully. We’ve emerged from months of dark and dreary weather and want to enjoy the outdoors again until old man winter makes his cursed return. With spring and summer comes an increase in sunlight, which is great. But sometimes, too much of a good thing can be bad and the sun is no exception. May is Skin Cancer Awareness month. Let’s learn about the different types of skin cancer and how to prevent them so you can enjoy sunny days for years to come.

Types of Skin Cancer

Though people sometimes mistakenly use the terms melanoma and skin cancer interchangeably, they aren’t the same.

Melanoma: Melanoma accounts for about 1% of all skin cancers but causes a much higher percentage of skin-cancer deaths. It is the most serious type of skin cancer and develops in the cells (melanocytes) that produce melanin — the pigment that gives skin its color.

Melanomas can develop anywhere on your body, but most often in areas that have exposure to the sun, like back, legs, arms, and face. Melanomas can also develop in areas of your body that have little or no exposure to the sun like palms, soles, scalp, genitals, and

between toes. In rare cases, melanoma can develop in the eyes, inside the nose, and even the throat.

In addition to melanoma, there are three main types of non-melanoma skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and Merkel cell cancer. These cancers start in the top layer of skin, called the epidermis. Each has their own distinct visual markers.

Basal cell carcinoma: Basal cells are found in the lower part of the epidermis. These cells constantly divide to form new cells to replace others that wear off the skin’s surface. Basal cell cancer is the most common form of cancer and usually appears as:

– Open sores

– Red patches

– Pink growths

– Shiny bumps

– Scars

– Growths with slightly elevated, rolled edges

Basal cells grow slowly, are mostly curable, and cause minimal damage when caught and treated early. They rarely spread beyond the original site but can become disfiguring and pose a danger if not dealt with properly up front.

Squamous cell carcinoma: Squamous cells are the second most common form of skin cancer. When caught early, it is highly curable.

These are flat cells located near the surface

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of the skin that shed continuously as new ones form. Squamous cell carcinoma often appears as:

– Scaly red patches

– Rough thickened warts

– Open sores

– Wart-like raised growths with a central depression

Although cancerous cells typically appear on skin exposed to the sun, they can occur in other parts of the body, including the genitals. Patients who have undergone a solid organ transplant or who are on medications that suppress the immune system are at particularly high risk for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.

The average age at diagnosis is 65, and melanoma is more common in men. About one-third of melanoma begins in existing moles, but the rest occur in normal skin. It’s important to monitor your skin and if you notice any abnormal moles or coloration, speak with your provider. Note the ABCDEs of melanoma: Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, and Evolving.

Merkel cell carcinoma: Merkel cell carcinoma is an extremely rare variety occurs when malignant cancer cells form in the skin. Intense sun exposure well as a weak immune system can increase the risk of developing Merkel cell carcinoma. It usually appears as a single painless lump on sunexposed skin such as the head, neck, arms, and legs.

Prevention

It’s important to know how and where each type of skin cancer tends to appear. But you should also understand who is most likely to develop skin cancer, especially melanoma. Although significantly less common than the other types of skin cancer, melanoma is the most troublesome and potentially lifethreatening. It is more likely to spread to other parts of the body if not caught and treated early.

The most important way to avoid developing all types of skin cancer — including melanoma — is to minimize exposure to the sun, specifically the ultraviolet (UV) rays, especially if you have fair or light skin. Be mindful of the sun’s peak hours between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when its burning rays are strongest. If you do go outside during this time, be sure to apply enough sunscreen and cover all exposed areas. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using a sunscreen with SPF (sun-protection factor) 30 or higher and reapplying about every two hours. Wearing a sun hat or longsleeved shirt also can help reduce your risk of sunburn. Don’t forget your sunglasses as well for protecting your eyes; look for a pair that offer full UVA and UVB protection. Speak to your physician about other warning signs for melanoma and stay aware of any changes in your skin.

Sabrina Mikita, M.D., is a dermatologist with UPMC. She sees patients at 1205 Grampian Boulevard, Williamsport. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Mikita, call 570-326-8060. For more information, visit UPMC.com.

Health/Resource Fair!

Join Sojourner Truth for their Health/Resource fair on Wednesday, May 22 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Rain or shine, outside and inside at 501 High St., Williamsport.

There are many great organizations who will be represented, many are offering hands-on “life hacks” for visitors. There is something for all ages, from babies to seniors.

A special and unusual Therapy

Animal will be present for interacting, as well as agencies assisting with mental health, substance issues, blood pressure checks, limited vaccines, stress reduction techniques, healthy food samples, emotional health, and functional eye care — to name a few.

There will also be door prizes, networking, and learning, support. Come around 11:30 a.m. for a meal! Special thanks to the sponsors!

Gold-–UPMC, Amerihealth caritas, Community Services Group

Silver – Applegate Recovery

Bronze – Cleanslate and the Meadows Psychiatric Center

Sojourner Truth Ministries is predominantly known for its soup kitchen services, serving nearly 30,000 lunches last year. Meals are given Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., with Saturdays offering Dinner Church first. This is a place where the community is welcome!

Other services include:

– After School Kids – Wednesday and Thursday after school – games, meal, homework help, Bible story, craft, and more (3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.) with Tuesdays as learning support. – The House of Hope – a Christbased residential program for women leaving homelessness, and the first graduate is celebrating early June. Please contact Pastor Angelique Labadie-Cihanowyz, Executive Director, 610-428.5721 or email angelique4stm@gmail.com with any questions.

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County Hall Corner Bearing or Burying the Truth

By Larry Stout

In this day of endless information sources, it is very challenging to know what to believe, who is right and who is wrong, and how to tell the difference.

I learned a lot about human nature while living in the former USSR for sixteen years. In those early days of the early 1990s, the Berlin Wall had already come down (November 9, 1989, to be exact), but the USSR was still clinging on.

The government still banned all outside media, even to the point of forbidding at the entrance of the country things like blank cassette tapes for tape recorders or even reams of blank paper as these could be used to spread news.

blue states, First Amendment freedoms and Progressive protections, etc., have divided our country radically. Yet, there are important challenges that require unity. How should we prepare and respond to another major epidemic? How concerned should we be about the saber-rattling of China, North Korea, Iran, and other countries? What about the mounting federal debt? This list could go on and on.

Their ‘official’ news came from nightly newscasts and the two major newspapers in the country: Pravda (“Truth” in Russian) and Izvestia (“News”). The joke everyone told was, “There is no truth in the ‘news’ and no news in the ‘truth.’”

I once asked a doctor if people in the USSR knew anything about the events in the United States. She said, “Yes, they tell us about race riots, union strikes, and other bad things about America. We did not know what to believe, but we were sure it wasn’t what the government was telling us.”

Where do we go for truth? The battles going on in our country right now between Republicans and Democrats, red states and

The civility of the past, where people could agree to disagree and seek to find an amicable compromise, is almost like a fairy tale today. In fact, the sad part of this is that in a great number of cases, many on each side do not stand on their own principles as much as they dislike the positions on the other side. It is like the Russian doctor quoted above, except it is self-induced.

There are numerous examples, the most recent in Lycoming County was the packed house at the Lycoming County Commissioners in early March protesting the status of Lycoming

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County as a “sanctuary county.”

Commissioner President Scott Metzger explained that this was not true and that the source of the rumor was not affiliated with the federal government. For an hour and a half, all three commissioners were responding to the gallery’s claims of sightings of illegal aliens being flown into the Williamsport Airport and being housed in local hotels. As Shakespeare would say, it was much ado about nothing.

Voting integrity is another hot spot. The Democrats declare emphatically that there were no (or very minute) voting violations in recent past elections, and the Republicans are just as emphatic that there were severe infractions in the elections.

I cannot speak for the rest of the USA or even Pennsylvania, but when it concerns our area, I believe we have as secure and accurate a voting system as possible.

Lycoming County Director of Voter Services Forrest Lehman is one of the most honest and hard-working public officials I have ever known. His staff is extremely professional and works diligently to ensure that every “i” gets dotted and every “t” gets crossed. Yet, Forrest still gets raked over the coals on social media and in public meetings for lack of integrity. I am made aware of this as I get labeled as a denier, with the evidence being that I have not written articles on false voting issues in Lycoming County. I don’t write on unicorn sightings for the same reason.

Failure to even consider alternative information from present convictions opens

up biases that limit understanding and decision-making. Examples of these biases are confirmation bias (refusing to listen to an opposing side), cognitive bias (using your own perspective as the only reliable source), and consensus bias (believing something because it seems everyone else does).

My favorite example of consensus bias was James (Scotty) Reston and the 1984 presidential election. For many years, he wrote for the New York Times, won two Pulitzer Prizes, and was arguably one of the most famous editorial columnists of the 1970s and 80s. Yet, Reston was shocked when Ronald Reagan won reelection in the 1984 presidential election. Reston admitted in his column right after the election that he did not think Reagan had a chance because he did not know a single person who voted for him. His bubble made him look like a bubblehead, as Reagan carried 49 states with 59% of the popular vote and 525 electoral votes, to Walter Mondale’s 41%, 13 electoral votes from Minnesota and the District of Columbia. Even the best and brightest become somewhat dim because of their biases.

To be an informed citizen requires us to be heads up and not heads stuck in the sand, to be thinkers and not stinkers. The great French philosopher stated, “I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.” Ironically, I have learned of late that Voltaire did not say this; it was written by Evelyn Beatrice Hall in her biography of Voltaire, summarizing his beliefs. As I tell myself, live and learn, Larry.

ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20

Horoscopes

Aries, a friend has made steady progress and exhibited significant personal growth. Continue to support this person’s pursuits and act as a source of encouragement.

TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21

Your happiness can bring joy to many other people this week, Taurus. Spread all of your positivity among those people who can use it the most. You will reap rewards as well.

GEMINI – May 22–Jun 21

The people around you may be behaving in interesting and unexpected ways, Gemini. You don’t know what to make of this just

yet, so sit back and watch the show.

CANCER – Jun 22–Jul 22

Cancer, it is challenging to keep up with all of the comings and goings of the people in your social circle. It may take a little while for you to reconnect.

LEO – Jul 23–Aug 23

Let others see a side of you that you don’t often share, Leo. It is alright to be vulnerable at times, and this vulnerability actually may appeal to some new people in your life.

VIRGO – Aug 24–Sept 22

Virgo, you have a tremendous amount of power at your disposal this week. You should use all of it wisely and not waste

a drop. Others will be affected by your presence.

LIBRA – Sept 23–Oct 23

Libra, expect to spot trouble on the horizon before other people around you. This gives you a head-start to take action and prepare yourself and others for what’s to come.

SCORPIO – Oct 24–Nov 22

Pay careful attention to any and all financial transactions you make this week, Scorpio. You want to keep tabs on where your money is going and avoid as many mistakes as possible.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23–Dec 21

Sagittarius, a situation may arise this week in which you are expected to do more than you feel comfortable. Don’t let others bully

you into action. Explain your hesitation carefully and respectfully.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22–Jan 20

What is the point of power struggles if it alienates all of the people closest to you, Capricorn? Sometimes you must forego ego to maintain personal relationships and family harmony.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21–Feb 18

Aquarius, try to interact this week with the people who may not necessarily agree with you or share your beliefs. It could be good to see things from different perspectives.

PISCES – Feb 19–Mar 20

Positive energy is circling around you this week, Pisces. Those good vibes will put you in a mood to reach out to some people in your life who may have drifted away

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 for Healthy Aging

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

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Meck Center 50 Fitness Lane Muncy 570-601-9593

Save the date for these upcoming events!

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

www.stepcorp.org/Center-Calendars

Contact your nearest Center for Healthy Aging to make a reservation or for more information! For a full listing of activities held at each center, scan the QR code or visit www.stepcorp.org/Center-Calendars

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday

May 20

Soft beef taco with tortilla wrap, Spanish beans, corn with pimentos, lettuce, cheese, taco sauce

Lighter Fare

Turkey hoagie with provolone, lettuce, tomato, Italian tomato salad, tropical fruit salad

May 27

Centers Closed Holiday

May 21

Chicken and mushroom marsala, brown rice pilaf, green bean casserole, Mandarin oranges

Lighter Fare

Seafood salad, croissant, pepper slaw, fresh apple, sugar cookie

May 28

Sausage and egg sandwich, sandwich roll, hot spiced peaches, chuckwagon corn, fresh orange

Lighter Fare

Sliced ham and Swiss, croissant, Mandarin oranges, three bean salad

May 22

Cheeseburger with sandwich roll, molasses baked beans, creamed corn, tropical fruit salad

Lighter Fare

Tuna salad, whole grain crackers, fresh lettuce with Italian, fresh cantaloupe

May 29

Chicken Cacciatorie, carrot coins, mushroom orzo risotto, fruit cocktail, dinner roll

Lighter Fare

Beef vegetable soup, chicken Caesar wrap with breaded chicken strips, pepper slaw, fresh banana

May 23

Pizza pasta casserole, glazed carrots, broccoli, baked custard

Lighter Fare

Minestrone soup, chicken bacon ranch with whole grain bread, creamy coleslaw, fresh watermelon

May 30

Sweet and sour meatballs, buttered noodles, Cataline veggie blend, creamy coleslaw

Lighter Fare

Bacon, lettuce, tomato, whole grain bread, fresh watermelon, creamy coleslaw, fresh banana

May 24

Chicken BBQ with hamburger roll, au gratin potatoes, carrots and cauliflower, creamy coleslaw

Lighter Fare

Chef salad with ham, turkey, cheese, pasta salad, fresh orange, baked custard

May 31

Tuna noodle casserole, glazed carrots, broccoli, chocolate cake with pudding

Lighter Fare

Chicken salad, whole grain bread, pepper slaw, fresh cantaloupe, sugar cookie

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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format to webbnews@webbweekly.com. View more calendar listings at www.webbweekly.com.

WAHS Class of 1972

What: Save the date to the WAHS Class of 1972, join other alums for a mini-reunion picnic. Contact Cindy at cbloomkimble@comcast.net for updates and adding your name to the list.

When: Saturday afternoon, August 3rd

Where: Riverfront Park, Greevey Road, Montoursville.

EVENTS

Montgomery Vol. Fire Co. Carnival

What: Montgomery Vol. Fire Co. Carnival. Bands every night.

When: Tuesday, May 14th-Saturday, May 18th. Parade on Saturday at 5:00 p.m.

Where: 24 Montgomery St., Montgomery.

Virtual Spring Wildflowers Talk

What: Dr. George Chamuris, Professor Emeritus of Biology at Bloomsburg University, will talk about the native wildflowers you can expect to see this spring at the park. Program will be presented using Microsoft Teams. Registration required by emailing Rhiannon Summers at rhsummers@ pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.

When: Wednesday, May 15 from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Where: Virtual.

PA CareerLink® Lycoming County Open Recruitment

Event

What: Open recruitment event; Walk-ins welcome! Stop by to meet with employers and learn about all the exciting opportunities waiting for you! Employer(s) include Lycoming County Government, UPMC, and USP Lewisburg. For more information contact: (570) 601-5465/TTY (570) 601-1754.

Community Calendar

When: Thursday, May 16, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Where: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County,329 Pine St. Williamsport.

PA CareerLink® Lycoming County Open Recruitment

Event

What: Open recruitment event; Walk-ins welcome! Stop by to meet with employers and learn about all the exciting opportunities waiting for you! Employer(s) include FCC Lewisburg. For more information contact: (570) 601-5465/ TTY (570) 601-1754.

When: Thursday, May 16th, and Thursday, June 13th, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Where: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County,329 Pine St. Williamsport.

Spring Wildflower Walk for Native Species Day

What: Join the park naturalist on a walk looking for and identifying spring wildflowers along the Lower Falls Trail. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring water and bug spray. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-4777780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.

When: Thursday, May 16 from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Where: Park and meet at the Rt. 118 Trailhead Parking Lot in Ricketts Glen State Park.

Safe Kids Event

What: Emergency Preparedness Day (puppet shows, emergency displays, etc.)

When: Thursday, May 16th, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Where: FCC Allenwood.

Dinner Special

What: Friday special: smoked pork chops w/baked potato & vegetable.

When: Friday, May 17th, from 1 p.m.-?

Where: Muncy American Legion Post 268, 515 Legion Rd., Muncy.

Safe Kids Event

What: Family fun night with free pizza, snacks, crafts, and games.

When: Friday, May 17th, from 5:30-8:00 p.m.

Where: Kingdom Kidz Puppet Headquarters, 11 E Third

St., Watsontown.

Tire Collection

What: Tire Collection. Up to 12 tires per resident.

When: Friday May 17th, from 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Where: Mifflin Township Municipal Building, 106 First Fork Rd., Jersey Shore.

Lycoming College Clean Water Institute to Host Tim Palmer on His “Seek Higher Ground” Book

What: Lycoming College and Susquehanna Chapter of Trout Unlimited invites the public to see a presentation by Tim Palmer on his new book exploring flooding in America, beginning with an account of our experience here in Lycoming County to Hurricane Agnes in June 1972. Tim was Environmental Planner for the Lycoming County Planning Commission at that time, and has since travelled across North America and written over 30 books on environmental topics and rivers. For more information, please see our website at https://susquehannatu.com/.

When: Friday May 17th, at 2:00 p.m.

Where: Heim Science Building, Room G11, Lycoming College; corner of Mulberry Street and Washington Blvd. in Williamsport

Community Yard Sales

What: Duboistown Community yard sales

When: May 17th & 18th.

Where: Throughout Duboistown.

“Remake Learning Days: Wildflower Walk”

What: Take a stroll around Hyner Run State Park with the naturalist to see the different wildflowers coming out during spring. This event is part of the “Remake Learning Days” series in state parks and is titled “Remake Learning Days: Wildflower Walk.” All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new state or community guidelines. Meet at the amphitheater (by the pool).

When: Saturday, May 18th, from 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Where: Hyner Run State Park, Meet at Amphitheater (by the pool).

“Remake Learning Days: Wildflower Walk”

What: Take a stroll around Little Pine State Park with the naturalist to see the different wildflowers coming out during spring. This event is part of the “Remake Learning Days” series in state parks and is titled “Remake Learning Days: Wildflower Walk.” All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new state or community guidelines. Meet at the amphitheater.

When: Saturday, May 18th, from 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Where: Little Pine State Park, Amphitheater.

Audubon Event: Skyline Drive

What: Join the Lycoming Audubon Society for a bird walk along Skyline Drive. The paved road is quite walkable, gently ascending the NE slope of Bald Eagle Mountain. We expect to see and hear resident birds of a typical mixed PA forest, including late spring warblers. Towards the mountain top, tree species change, and the vistas of the west branch valley are a treat. Program is free and open to the public. For more details, check out our website at www.lycomingaudubon.org.

When: Saturday, May 18th, at 9:00 am.

Where: Take Rte. 15 out of South Williamsport, pass Little League and climb ‘Montgomery Pike’ to top of the mountain and park at the rest stop (no comfort facilities).

Benefit Dance

What: Montoursville Rotary benefit ballroom dance. $10.00 per person.

When: Saturday, May 18th, at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Divine Providence Auditorium, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport.

Safe Kids Event

What: SafeKIDZ™ puppet program and activities. When: Saturday, May 18th, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Where: Kingdom Kidz Puppet Headquarters, 11 E Third St., Watsontown.

Kickin’ It With Cops

What: Kickin’ It With Cops is a kickball tournament between 7th graders from each school in Lycoming County and local police officers. The event is organized by the

Lycoming County Health Improvement Coalition’s Youth Development Task Force. The objective is to encourage positive relationships between kids and law enforcement. Free admission.

When: Tuesday May 21st, from 8:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Where: East Lycoming Little League Complex, 360 South Broad Street, Hughesville.

Audubon Event: Chapter Meeting

What: Join Lycoming Audubon for a program on Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock presented by Reina Tyl, PA Game Commission Woodcock and Grouse Biologist. Program is free and open to the public. You can also attend virtually with zoom using the link found at the LAS website: www.lycomingaudubon.org

When: Wednesday, May 22nd, at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Taber Museum, 858 West Fourth St. Williamsport. CHURCH EVENTS

Spring Home Made Days

What: Chinese Auction, winners drawn at 2 p.m. Saturday. Flea market, hand crafted items, and more. Fresh homemade baked goods, pies, and soups! Homemade BBQ, hot/ sweet sausage sandwiches, hot dogs, baked beans and more! Vendor/Yard Sale spaces available, contact 570-244-8041 for info.

When: Friday, May 17th, from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., and Saturday, May 18th, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Where: Kedron UMC, 14725 Rt. 220 Hwy. at the intersection of Rt. 220 and Edkin Hill Rd. 10 miles North of Hughesville and 3 Miles South of Muncy Valley on Rt. 220.

Rummage Sale

What: Church rummage sale.

When: Friday May 17th, and Saturday May 18th, from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Where: First Church of Christ (Disciples), 1250 Almond St., Williamsport.

Spaghetti Dinner

What Spaghetti dinner with rolls, salad and dessert. $10/ person.

When: Friday, May 17th, from 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Where: All Saints Episcopal Church, 1656 Scott St. Williamsport.

Rummage Sale

What: Rummage sale.

When: Saturday, May 18th, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Where: Pine Run Bible Church, 1719 Pine Run Rd., Linden.

Free Lunch at Holy Cross

What: Free community luncheon - dine in/take out.

When: Saturday May 18th, from 10:00 a.m.-noon.

Where: Holy Cross Orthodox Church - Fellowship Hall, 1725 Holy Cross Ln., Williamsport.

Church Service

What: Sunday Service: The Grace of God is Wonderful.

When: Sunday Morning, May 19th. Service Time 10:15 a.m.

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

Country Style Ham and Turkey Dinner

What: The parishioners of Immaculate Conception Parish invite you to their annual country style ham and turkey dinner. The meal will consist of ham and turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, noodles, salad, bread, and dessert.

The cost is $12.00 per meal for adults, $6.00 per meal for children ages 4-12. Children under 4 are free. Takeout meals are available after 1:00 p.m. Takeout meals are $12.00 per meal. In addition to the dinner, sandwiches, French fries, and ice cream are available in the concession stand. There will be small games of chance as well.

When: Sunday, May 19th, from noon-6:00 p.m.

Where: Immaculate Conception Parish Center, 5973 Jacks Hollow Road, Williamsport.

TH. & FRI., MAY. 23RD & 24TH - 9AM - 3PM SAT., MAY. 25TH - 9AM - 12PM

Collectors, Resellers Welcome. Kids/Baby Clothing, Toys, Jewelry, Decorations, Games, Glassware, Baskets, Household Items, Electric Items, Linens, New & Used Clothing, Frames, Footwear, Fresh Furniture Inventory & Misc. Items Tent Outside, Homemade Candy, and Baked Goods

MEETINGS

MEETINGS...

West Branch Men’s Barbershop Chorus

What: Rehearsal. Our West Branch Chorus is a local chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Barbershop is an original American art-form of a cappella harmony. Come join us for a night of fun singing & experience the joy of ringing some chords.

When: Tuesday, May 21st, from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Where: St. John’s UCC, 1050 Buffalo Rd, Lewisburg.

ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS…

Phil Reeder

What: Phil Reeder solo guitar, playing acoustic eclectic.

When: Friday, May 17th at 7:30 p.m.

Where: Sons of Italy Lodge 2786, 144 W. Third St., Williamsport.

TAndrea McElroy

he messages came flowing in one day after the article about Big Times restaurant in Williamsport hit homes. I couldn’t believe the response to this article and how so many of you went to try Big Times. It was truly incredible. I had messages beyond messages of thanks and gratitude for sharing. I had one of you call Big Times and tell the owner, “That Andrea did such a fantastic job on your writeup. You owe her a free meal.” Yes, the owner, Jenn, messaged me and told me that herself! I got a good laugh from that! (My readers are the best!) Thank you to whoever took the time to call them. How sweet!

I had so many of you letting her know that you were there because of reading my column about their restaurant. She also told me about a sweet lady named Eden. I heard

she was absolutely beautiful and eighty years young. She reads my column every week and looks forward to it. (Thank you, Eden!!) She volunteers for her church and went to school to study journalism. She told Jenn she had never met me but that she thought highly of me. Again, Eden, thank you! I’d love to meet you someday. You sound like such a lovely lady, and I appreciate your reading. Especially from a former journalist! I just had to take the time this week to thank you all for the response to that write-up. I can’t tell you how much it meant not only to me but also to Jenn and Tim, the owners of Big Times restaurant. Supporting local businesses is so important! Of course, I love the Olive Garden, but I also like to support local Italian restaurants like Franco’s or LaPrimevara. I feel like I could write about local hot spots every week! I

should do that more. Maybe I will! We have just an amazing community, folks. It’s really heartwarming. A long-time friend of ours had some serious heart issues at the beginning of April. It was really scary for a while because they only gave him a 50/50 chance at surviving a surgery he had to endure. He is in his early 40s. Way too young to be dealing with something so serious like this. This guy is someone who you just love being around. He is always real and

the life of the party. We pretty much grew up together, and boy, could I tell you some stories. He is such a fun guy and makes you laugh! I was asked two weeks ago if I would be willing to help with food ideas for a benefit his son was planning for him. I was honored I was asked. Then, the idea came up for donations for baskets to auction off at his upcoming benefit car show. I could not believe the response to this and how many local businesses were

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thrilled to help! It was so amazing! Lindsay and Brette, who also play a big part in this, were just blown away. We said how comforting it was and how many people wanted to help. You truly never know when it could be you. What if you couldn’t work for months? What would you do? Well, we have a heck of a community that pulls together when we need them. Ya know, we always hear about all the bad in the

world and just not enough of the good. ere are still good people out there. People are willing to give you the shirt o their backs. People are willing to help you in any way they can. ey don’t know our friend from Adam, but they were willing to give to him until he could get back on his feet again. He has a long road ahead of him, but

I’m happy to say he is doing well!

We can’t wait to celebrate him and

raise money for such a wonderful guy. He got a second chance at life!

Praise the LORD!!

I just have to say, well done, Lycoming County. I’m proud to live in such a wonderful community. It’s times like these that really show how a community can pull together.

ank you!

Frozen Butter nger Pie

Ingredients: CRUST:

• 1- 1/2 cups crushed Oreo cookies

• 6 Tbsp melted butter FILLING:

• 8 oz so ened cream cheese

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 2 cup heavy cream

• 2 tsp corn syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 7 full size butter ngers, crushed

Directions:

Mix the ingredients for the crust in a small bowl and press into a 9-inch pie plate. Place in freezer while you prepare the lling.

With an electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Set aside.

In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream, vanilla, and corn syrup with an electric mixer until sti peaks form. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup of crushed Butter nger. Fold remaining Butter nger into whipped cream and cream cheese mixture. Spread lling into prepared crust. Top with remaining crushed Butter nger. Freeze.

Little John & Hanna Matched

Spend an afternoon with us and play Gift Card Bingo!

Free bingo will be held at our Centers for Healthy Aging during the month of May. We will be awarding prizes of $5 gift cards to local grocery stores. Make it a fun afternoon - bring a friend, join us for lunch, and stay for bingo!

May 24 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Lincoln Center | 570-601-9573

2138 Lincoln Street, Williamsport (STEP, Inc.)

May 29 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Clinton County Community Center | 570-858-5822

124 East Walnut Street, Lock Haven

Office of Aging

May 30 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Loyalsock Center | 570-601-9590

1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport

May 30 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Meck Center | 570-601-9593

50 Fitness Ln. Ste. 2, Muncy (East Lycoming YMCA)

May 30 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

RiverWalk Center | 570-601-9592

423 East Central Ave., S. Williamsport

Space is limited and reservations are required. Participants can play gift card bingo only once during May. Must be at least 60 years of age to play and registered (or able to be registered) with STEP Office of Aging.

Outfits, Not Just Clothes…

Distressing Denim

Ever since the grungeera ‘90s, distressed or ripped jeans have been part of the trend cycle. The current iteration of distressed denim ranges from slight frays to thigh-sized holes, with retailers across all price points. From Old Navy’s sale price of $27.47 for High-Waisted Button-Fly O.G. Straight Ripped Cut-off jeans to Acne Studios’ Organic Cotton Denim Wide Leg Jeans that are faded and distressed for $470. It’s the fading that brings up the price point.

Bernadette Ulsamer

I personally refuse to purchase distressed denim. But I do understand the appeal and sometimes like the look and feel of a lived-in pair of jeans. When asked how to distress jeans, my first answer is always this — wear them! If you want jeans that look like they’ve been loved to pieces, love them to pieces. Eventually, they’ll weather and rip and fade in all of the right places. Of course, breaking in jeans takes time, and if you have a pair of jeans now that fit great and you want

to customize them with some frayed or shredded detail, there are ways of achieving that look. If, like me, you refuse to pay for distressed jeans but want to flaunt livedin denim every so often, here are a couple of methods for DIY distressed jeans. First, consider the type of denim you are working with. Jeans that hold up best to athome weathering and distressing are made of 100% cotton. Elastane, the thread that gives stretch jeans their flexibility, will curl and collapse when compromised too much. You’ll want to start with raw or rinsed denim. Then, you’ll want to pattern out where you’ll be distressing your jeans. Are you going for a naturally distressed look where holes or fraying naturally occur? Or going for something more dramatic along the seams? Now, you may have cut rips or holes in your jeans growing up, but it’s generally not recommended to make large, single cuts or slits when

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Annual Spring Sheep & Goat Breeder sale

Along with the regular Hay & Small Animal auction this will be our spring sheep & goat Breeder sale

Some early consignments are as follows, Herd Dispersal for Ephraim Miller consisting of 40 top quality mature Khatadin Ewes and their spring lambs, about half of the lambs will still be with the mothers and sold as families, the rest will be weaned and ready to go on their own, also some yearling ewes

Don’t miss this opportunity to buy top bloodline Khatadin Breeding stock, The Millers culled hard over the years to build an A-1 flock, the herd sire is a Louden Acres Ram, all the young stock has Laudon Acres Bloodlines

8-1 1/2 yr old Registered Khatadin Ewes, 1-8month old Registered Khatadin Ram

These also come from a very good local flock and are also Laudon Acres bloodlines 2 1/2yr old full Khatadin Ram, this is a proven breeder and also comes from a top quality local flock that uses only the best bloodlines; 2-Spanish-Boer cross buckling's, 2-Spanish –Boer cross Doling's, Wow; what a line up and this is just a sample of what usually shows up, we normally also have some good goat stock, if you are looking to buy or sell good breeding stock you don’t want to miss this one, Auction starts w/misc. @ 4:00 Pm small animals @ 5:00Pm Sheep & goats @ 7:30Pm Hay sold outside @ 6:00Pm

Expecting all the usual Chickens, Rabbits, Turkeys, Peacocks, and etc.

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distressing denim yourself. There’s a not-so-fine line between distress and damage.

Once you have your denim and decide on the area being distressed, you have two standard approaches to utilize. There’s the grinding method, which is rubbing at the material with a tool, like a pumice stone or sandpaper. For this method, start slowly; it may take more than one session to fully achieve the level of distress you’ve planned. Start by making small abrasions around the knees, hems, pocket edges, and buttonholes. You’re ultimately breaking up the yarn of the jeans, and then you should wash them to encourage the treated areas to fray. Wash cold and air dry; repeat to the desired effect.

Next is the tearing method, which surfaces the white yarn around a hole. First, use chalk to mark a horizontal line(s) in varying lengths on the leg of your jeans, preferably the front of the leg. Distressing on the back of jeans is try-hard and just too gimmicky for my taste. Next, scrape; don’t cut along those lines with a kitchen knife

or boxcutter. Again, go slowly. Once you feel you’ve created the effect you’re looking for, throw in the wash to agitate the tear and help separate the denim’s white threads from the blue ones. You can further distress the tears after washing with tweezers and scissors to pull away and cut only the blue yarns. Cutting the white yarns will damage the denim and cross that notso-fine line mentioned above.

Even though I refuse to buy new distressed jeans, I’m very open to thrifting denim. In my mind, this is almost as authentic as wearing your jeans to shreds in order to achieve a distressed look. Thrifted jeans have a lot of benefits. They are less costly, more sustainable than new denim, and are fun to detail with patches, use as patterns, or as a source for extra denim material. I also love the idea of a pre-worn jean as a source for cut-off shorts here in this summer. So, instead of buying jeans with pre-made holes, consider the more budget-friendly option of distressing a pair of jeans you already own or scoring a worn-in pair from a thrift store.

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SPECIALS

Mahonski Wins Wrestling Gold — Again!

By Dave Bellomo

restling legend and hometown hero Rick Mahonski dusted o his headgear a er decades of athletic retirement to take on some of the world’s best master wrestlers. Some of Mahonski’s accolades include: 1972 PA State Champion, 1974 NCAA D3 National runner-up, Team member 1974 D3 National Champions (Wilkes College), 1976 EIAA D1 runner-up, West Branch Wrestling Hall of Fame, and Wilkes College Wrestling Hall of Fame.

Now he can add Folkstyle Masters F National Champion (67-75 years), Greco-Roman Masters F National Champion, and Freestyle Masters F runner-up to his list of accomplishments. I reached out to Rick, who was gracious enough to give me an interview.

Dave: You’ve had a long and successful athletic career. What made you want to step back on the wrestling mat a er all this time?

Rick: I believe if we connect with in life that is positive for us, we don’t want to let it go. It’s like a relationship with anyone or anything you love; you want to keep it in your life. Wrestling never

leaves you if you competed. It becomes a part of you. However, competing when you are older is di cult, as the body will tell you, “You can’t do this anymore.” So, you have to ght what the body is telling you.

Dave: What got you into wrestling?

Rick: Hank Green was a legendary coach at Roosevelt Jr. High in the 1960s and 70s. He went undefeated for 16 consecutive years. is was against tough competition such as Jersey Shore, Lock Haven, Montoursville, South

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Dave: From prior conversations we’ve had, wrestling seems to be a way of life for you. Can you talk about this?

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Dave: How did it feel getting back on the mat, both physically and mentally?

Rick: Returning to the mat was a big challenge, both physically and mentally. It would be easy for any 69-year-old to understand the difficulty of the physical part. The mental part is a battle with

yourself. The brain says, “I can’t do this,” but you have to convince your brain you can. It’s an internal battle that you have almost every workout on the mat. You go back to that old sayingnever quit!

Dave: Are you glad you decided to get back into wrestling?

Rick: I am so happy to be able to compete again. Perhaps it’s trying to reach back in time to the glory days of youth. Whatever it is, it’s a wonderful feeling. I hope it lets older people know that it is possible to get back in shape. Maybe not as good as you once were, but good enough to feel great about what you’ve accomplished.

Dave: What does your family think about your renewed interest in competition?

Rick: My family was so supportive of me returning to the mat. At first, they were worried I may injure my hands or arms. As a goldsmith, they are my tools. I was worried, too, but the desire to compete again won out, and it was a great decision. My daughters, Lauren and Jaime, were excited to see me wrestle, as they had only heard old stories from Pops. My son, Christopher, who is an avid skateboarder and mountain biker, said it motivated him See MAHONSKI on Page 36

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to new levels. It was amazing when my daughter, son-in-law Nate, my brother, niece, and girlfriend, Robin, showed up in Vegas to support me. I also had two of my teammates from the 1973 D3 national championship team show up to watch me compete.

Dave: What was your training like?

of Rocket Mortgage. We shared some good stories. He said he knew me from my Granby Roll in the 70s. He did not expect a 69-year-old guy to still be hitting Granbys. I caught him in one for 5 points, which won me the match 7-4. We laughed afterward.

Rick: Training was extremely difficult at first. The technique and speed came back after a while, but the conditioning was brutal. I learned to train smart. By that, I mean you have to work on cardio slowly. You are not in your teens anymore. Drilling, Jacob’s ladder, step machines, and wrestling eventually got me into competition shape.

Dave: Did you make any major dietary changes to make weight?

Rick: Eating properly certainly helps with getting into shape. I eat meat, fish, chicken, vegetables, fruits, and nuts. I also cut out all junk food. It felt good, however, to have ice cream after Vegas.

Dave: Walk me through Nationals.

Rick: The Folkstyle Nationals in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, were great. I made lots of new friends who had also dedicated their lives to the sport. Ron Berman, from Florida, was a Michigan state champion in 1972, the same year I won in PA. He is an attorney in Palm Beach who was one of the founders

Vegas was just as exciting. To see the best wrestlers in the country aged 12-20 and the master’s division was incredible. In the Greco-Roman finals, I was against Clifford Ray from Arizona. I got behind 4-1 but made a comeback to win 15-4. In the Freestyle finals, I met the world champion, Raphael McDonald, from Cleveland, Ohio. In the first period, he shot a double, and we collided head-to-head. I saw stars, and the doctor said it was a minor concussion and would not permit me to continue. Raphael is an incredible wrestler who is sponsored by Rudis, one of the top wrestling equipment companies in the world. I became good friends with him after the match.

Dave: What’s next for Rick Mahonski, the wrestler?

Rick: Next, I’m taking a few weeks off to think about the master’s division worlds in September, which are back in Vegas. I would love to do it again, listen to my body, and then decide what’s next.

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By Terri Schlichenmeyer

“Extinction” by Douglas Preston c.2024, Forge

Keep that shirt. It’ll eventually come back in fashion. So many things do: roller skating and yoyos, for instance. Car features and furniture styles. Wide paisley ties, bell bottom jeans, vintage tees, and cat-glasses, those occasional darlings of fashionistas and there we go. So keep that shirt, it’ll eventually come back — although, as in the new novel, “Extinction” by Douglas Preston, returns aren’t always a good thing. When the phone rang before the sun was up, Frankie Cash was instantly awake.

Nothing good comes from a predawn phone call, but this one was good and bad. For the rst time, Cash was tapped to be the Agent in Charge of a case for her employer, the Colorado Bureau of Investigations’ Major Crimes Division. e bad news: the

son and daughter-in-law of a very wealthy man were missing. ey had been on their dream honeymoon, a guided hikingcamping trip in Colorado’s Erebus Mountains, at a private resort where woolly mammoths, giant sloths, and other Pleistocene herbivores had been de-extincted by scientists

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working in laboratories located inside abandoned mines. The animals had been genetically-modified to remove any aggressiveness. Cash could see that the creatures roamed around the mountains where guests could spot them from afar, like some kind of prehistoric photo-op.

The couple were fit and comfortable with the kind of activity needed to hike in high altitudes. Their guide insisted they were nice people. Now they were missing.

It didn’t make sense.

But Agent Cash noted blood on the ground, spread in a wide area — blood loss, as it turned out, that was inconsistent with life. Predators? No, Erebus assured the CBI that the compound was protected from modern predators, but drones indicated via thermal imaging that there were invaders in the mountains, and they were organized.

The CBI figured they were looking for six, maybe nine killers, and the

killers were smart — smart enough to bring down a drone.

Smart enough that when Cash and another agent went to retrieve a busted drone, the killers stalked them...

The science, says author Douglas Preston in his afterword, is real and he seems to hint that his story — at least some of it — could actually happen someday soon. You should take that maybe as cold comfort while you’re careening through “Extinction.”

For now, just know that you’re safe — as safe as you’re going to be with a thriller like this one in your lap, one you could treat it as a someday-

potentially true crime tale that pushes the envelope of morality in ways you won’t expect. It’s majestic and horrifying, both, but to further muddle things, Preston also speaks to the heart of science fiction lovers here with (at the risk of being a spoiler) the slightest whiff of a classic Pierre Boulle novel.

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A Dozen of the Selcouth: Weird Words Nears Its One-Year Anniversary

This week, my running list of oddball vocabulary — now reaching back nearly two decades — notched exactly 2,422 terms, adding such outliers as cabochon, dendroglyph, haku, quaestor and marrowfat.

While I do sometimes simply take a stroll through one of my many hard-copy dictionaries, most of that list comes out of my own regular reading — with an occasional grab off of Jeopardy!, and sometimes even a “word of the day” from the estimable Dictionary.com (which, incidentally, provided most of the definitions below).

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Clapperclaw (KLAP-urclaw, verb) – I encountered this in A Tangled Web, a solid but lesser-known novel from one of my go-to writers: the great Lucy Maud Montgomery. I felt certain it was regional dialect from LMM’s native Prince Edward Island, but it’s actually British slang. As for meaning: The term can refer to literal clawing & scratching, or more figuratively to scolding and reviling.

Cubeb (KYOO-beb, noun) – From Merriam-Webster: “the dried unripe berry of a tropical shrub (Piper cubeba) of the pepper family that is used as a spice.”

As Webb’s “Weird Words” nears its one-year anniversary, here are 12 more recent additions to my list: Bouleversement (BOO-luh-versemahn, noun) – As reflected in its exotic pronunciation, this term is adopted directly from French. It means an overturning, convulsion, or turmoil.

Diapsid (die-APP-sid, noun) –Many reptiles and birds (over 17,000, to be more precise) have two holes in each side of the skull — right behind the eyes. These animals are called diapsids — though the word can also be an adjective.

Etymologically, it draws on the common Latin base di, meaning “two”

(dialog, dilemma, dioxide, etc.) and a Greek word-family involving apsis (a type of orbit) and apse — both of which, like the holes, have a somewhat circular shape.

Djellaba (jeh-LAH-buh, noun) –Also spelled gallabea, this is a “long, loose-fitting unisex outer robe or dress with full sleeves that is worn in the Maghreb region of North Africa.” That definition is from Wikipedia, which also offers pictures of both this and the diapsid.

Doddle (DODD-ul, noun) –Another instance of British slang, a doddle is any job or task that’s easily accomplished: “Man, that geography test sure turned out to be a doddle!”

Mycorrhiza (my-kuh-RIE-zuh, noun) – Also spelled with only one R, this word has one of those irritating definitions that leaves you feeling like you actually know less than before you looked it up: “a symbiotic association of the mycelium of a fungus, especially a basidiomycete, with the roots of certain plants, in which the hyphae form a closely woven mass around the rootlets or penetrate the cells of the root.” So, yeah: a mass of fungus around the root of a plant — or something.

And basidiomycete, which has an even more convoluted definition, just

got added to my master list.

Pesewa (pay-SAY-wah, noun) – A bronze coin and monetary unit in the African nation of Ghana.

Proventriculus (pro-ven-TRIKyuh-luss, noun) – The section of a bird’s stomach where food is partly digested before passing to the gizzard — the latter more formally called a ventriculus. I picked up this word during a recent bird-watching talk at James V. Brown Library. Not that it’s going to help me spot anything!

Pugree (PUG-ree, noun) – A light Indian turban. Also, a scarf (usually colored) which is wrapped around the hat and falls down the back, used as protection from the sun.

Selcouth (SELL-kooth, adj.) – This is an “archaic” or “obsolete” term — meaning we don’t really use it anymore. But you can if you want. Fittingly, it means “strange” or “uncommon,” and is related to the words seldom and uncouth.

OK — so maybe you don’t want to use this one.

Shandygaff (SHAN-dee-gaff, noun) – A “chiefly British” drink mixing beer and ginger beer. To which I say: Bottom’s up!

Next week, “Weird Words” plans to focus on numbers — in honor of this column’s one-year anniversary.

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ourney Bank is pleased to announce the top 14 finalists from local area high schools who will perform at the 14th Annual Journey Bank Teen Star Musical Competition. The live finale is set for Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Bloomsburg University’s Haas Auditorium at 2:00 p.m. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Tickets to the event are $5 in advance at any of Journey Bank’s 22 branch locations and $7 at the door the day of the show. The

Bank donates all ticket proceeds to the music departments at the finalists’ high schools. This year, Teen Star is “Groovin’ Back To The 70s” with all the contestants singing iconic songs from the decade of the 1970s. In keeping with the 70’s theme, the Teen Star audience— friends, family, teachers, students, and employees—are all invited to dress in their best 70’s outfit to enter a costume contest for a chance to win great priz-

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More than 50 high school vocalists came out to auditions and vie for 14 coveted spots at the Journey Bank Teen Star Musical Competition finale. Chosen by a panel of independent audition judges, the 2024 Journey Bank Teen Star finalists are:

– Lydia Bacher - Bloomsburg Area High School - Senior

– Emma Berkes - Berwick Area Senior High School - Sophomore

– Maria Blas - Loyalsock Township High School - Senior

– Hannah Bower - Central Columbia High School - Senior

– Izzy Butters - Loyalsock Township

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– Caroline Decker - Bloomsburg Area High School - Sophomore

– Alasia Gaines - Southern Columbia High School - Sophomore

– Jack Kendron - Berwick Area Senior High School - Junior

– Jaslin Shand - Williamsport Area High School - Freshman

– Emily Shapeero - Central Columbia High School - Junior

– Morgan Smith - Berwick Area Senior High School - Junior

– Elyse Spahr - Danville Area High School - Sophomore

– Jera Strony - Danville Area High School - Senior – Jack Young - Montoursville Area High School - Senior

Modeled after the American Idol TV show, Teen Star is a musical competition among local area high school students. Journey Bank sponsors this award-winning community event each year to give high school students a unique platform to showcase their talents, to support the music programs at our area schools, and to promote the performing arts in our community.

Auditions were open to any freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior who attends a high school in Columbia, Montour, or Lycoming County or in the Warrior Run School District. The competition also invited contestants who are high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors who permanently reside in Columbia, Montour, or Lycoming County or in the Warrior Run School District, but attend another school outside of Columbia, Montour, or Lycoming County or the Warrior Run School District, or are home-schooled or enrolled in a cyber-school.

At the finale, the 14 chosen teens perform for the audience and a panel of judges from the music and entertain-

ment industries. This year’s judges are Alissa Swarts, Director of Education at WVIA TV; Alison Morooney, Assistant Professor of Theatre Performing Arts at Wilkes University; and Dr. Joshua Harper, Director of Choral Activities at Wilkes University. The show begins with each finalist performing and then receiving comments from the judges. After all 14 perform, the judges will choose three to compete with a second song. The audience will then get an “audience save” where they will text their vote for a fourth finalist.

From these four, the judges will choose the 2024 Journey Bank Teen Star. The top prize is $2,000, with second, third and fourth place finishers receiving $1,000, $750, and $350, respectively. All other finalists receive $100.

Over the past 13 years, hundreds of talented high school students have stepped up to audition. Since the show’s debut in 2011, the Bank has awarded $65,000 in prize money and donated more than $47,000 in ticket proceeds to the music programs at our local high schools.

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Counting to Eight

Matthew 14:13-21 records the story of the feeding of five thousand men with five loaves of bread and two fish. Actually, there were a lot more people fed that day. Matthew states at the end of the story that the women and children were not included in the tally. Bottom line: it was a really big crowd.

Frankly, the actual number of people present is inconsequential. Why? Because five small loaves and two fish were nothing more than someone’s supper. That’s it. It was intended to feed one person one meal.

This miraculous story actually begins with Jesus learning that John the Baptist had been beheaded. That moment for Jesus was very

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difficult. Not only was John related to Jesus, but they were significantly connected by the redemptive work God was accomplishing.

The news of John’s execution was a stark reminder to Jesus of why the Father had sent Him into the world. He, too, would soon be executed. Upon hearing the news, Jesus must have thought, “And so it begins.”

Jesus got in a boat and headed away from the disciples and the crowd. He needed to be alone.

The crowds anticipated where He was going, and they hurried along the shoreline to get there. They succeeded at catching up to Him. So much for finding time and space to breathe.

Matthew records that Jesus had compassion on the crowd, and He began healing their sick. As the day wore on and evening approached,

the disciples advised Jesus to send the crowd into the villages so they could buy food.

We can’t blame them for suggesting it. They were hungry, too.

Jesus responds by telling them to do the impossible, “They don’t need to go away. You give them something to eat.”

It was seriously impossible. Have you ever seen the amount of food required to feed a hundred people at a church potluck? It’s a lot. The amount required to feed a crowd of up to eight thousand? We can just imagine the eye-roll glances passed between the disciples. What a ridiculous suggestion.

To make their point, one of the disciples must have yelled out to the crowd, “Does anyone have any food here?” Apparently, one person had come prepared with their supper. They took it to Jesus to drive home a point. Their total resource was seven: five loaves and two fish. Instead, Jesus drove home a point to them.

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to Jesus, they should have said, “Jesus, we have five loaves of bread, two fish, and You.” That was their mistake. They counted to seven and left Jesus out of the tally. They should have counted to eight.

The rest is history. Upwards of eight thousand people ate their fill, and twelve large basketfuls of fish and bread were left over. Jesus taught the disciples a powerful lesson that day: When adding up available resources, don’t forget to count me.

Seriously, they had just spent the day watching Jesus heal sick people. The power of God was flowing through Him, and what they witnessed must have been spectacular. Yet somehow, they couldn’t apply that miraculous power to something as mundane as food. It leaves us asking, “How could they have missed the obvious?”

Sure, we can be critical of them, but don’t we often make the same mistake? We assume that our resources define the limit of what

we can do. It’s not true.

As believers, we have access to an unlimited resource. His name is Jesus. With Him, there is always enough and more - infinitely more. More grace. More mercy. More love. More peace. More joy. More hope. More! Always more and new every day!

Friends, when you have an infinite supply of these precious treasures, you realize you have all you need. Whatever you are facing today, whatever struggle, challenge, or trial may come your way, don’t leave Jesus out of your tally of your available resources. Remember to always count to eight.

By the way, if you lay the number eight on its side, what do you have? You’re right, it is the sign for infinity. I pray that every time you see the number eight, it will remind you that in Jesus, you have all you need – and more!

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hether your favorite springtime meals take you to the patio or have you throwing open the windows to let fresh air in, enjoying the sunshine and warmth with sweet and savory dishes is a perfect way to celebrate the season. Better yet – bring loved ones together with recipes that are as easy to make as they are delicious for refreshing taste without the hassle. e upli ing aroma and avor of Envy Apples o er an invitation to savor small moments around the table, especially when used in simple favorites like mu ns,

sandwiches, pizza or pies for delicious dishes all day long. Celebrating spring can start with this ultimate apple experience, allowing you to introduce loved ones to new ways to rethink weekly staples.

Wake up with breakfast or brunch on the patio, highlighted by Apple and Date Mu ns you can prepare fresh or bake ahead of time then reheat for an easy, breezy morning. Spring o en means outdoor activities which require a recharge at lunch like these Apple, Bacon and Brie Cheese Toasties featuring the perfect pairing of sweet with savory.

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Ingredients:

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• 2 tablespoons sugar

• 1 teaspoon nely grated lemon zest

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 1 egg

• 1 tablespoon milk

• 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar

• ice cream, custard or cream, for serving (optional)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 365 F.

Use two sheets semi-thawed pastry to line uted tart pan approximately 10 inches, pressing and trimming neatly to t; chill 15 minutes.

Peel, core and thinly slice apples into large bowl; sprinkle with sugar, lemon zest and cornstarch then toss well to evenly coat.

Arrange apple slices in pastry-lined tart pan, laying at.

Beat egg with milk. Brush egg wash around pastry rim.

Cut 1/2-inch strips from remaining pastry sheet and make lattice pattern over apples, crimping edges once lattice is completed. Brush tart with egg wash and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

Bake 35-40 minutes, or until pastry is golden. Allow to cool at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with ice cream, custard or cream, if desired.

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• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1 cup butter, melted

• 1 egg, beaten

• 3/4 cup milk

• butter or powdered sugar, for serving (optional)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 F and line mu n pan with cupcake papers.

Peel and core apples and dice nely; toss with maple syrup.

In large bowl, combine our, bran akes, brown sugar, dates, pumpkin pie spice and baking powder; mix well.

In separate bowl, whisk melted butter, egg and milk.

Add half maple-apple mixture to dry ingredients.

Pour wet ingredients into dry and fold together until mixed. Spoon evenly into mu n tin cupcake papers. Add 1 teaspoon remaining maple-apple mixture to top of each mu n.

Bake 20-25 minutes until mu n mix is set and apple topping is golden. Allow mu ns to cool 5 minutes before removing from tin. Serve with butter or dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

Apple, Bacon and Brie Cheese Toasties Servings: 2

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 4 slices sourdough bread

• 1 teaspoon honey mustard, plus additional for serving (optional)

• 4 slices cooked bacon

• 1 Envy Apple, peeled, cored and thinly sliced

• 1 3/4 ounces brie cheese, sliced

• side salad, for serving (optional)

Directions:

Butter one side of each bread slice.

Lay out two slices bread, buttered sides down. Top with honey mustard then layer with two bacon slices, apple slices and brie cheese slices. Top with remaining slices bread, buttered sides up, to create two sandwiches.

Heat grill pan or frying pan and cook sandwiches until golden brown on each side and cheese is beginning to bubble.

Cut sandwiches in half and serve with side salad or extra honey mustard, if desired. (Family Features) or

Williamsport Sun May 15, 1924

Trolley Company to Speed Service on Fourth St.

Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.

The Williamsport Passenger Railway Company is getting ready to speed up operation of their trolly cars on West Fourth Street.

W.H. Evans, superintendent of the trolly company, appeared before city council to ask permission to put in a curve at the southwest corner of Fourth and Market Streets for the purpose of cutting out some unnecessary operation of some cars between Market and Basin on Fourth Street.

Mr. Evans had with him blueprints showing several plans for the proposed curve, one of which had been approved by the city engineer and would give a 14-foot clearance between the curb and the car track.

Mr. Evans said the company is

ready to go ahead with the work but wanted the approval of the city council. He was informed that the ordinance granting permission for the work would be ready for presentation at the next council meeting.

Superintendent Evans states that when the curve is installed at Fourth and Market the cars will turn the curve at the point and proceed south on Market Street and every other car will go to Basin Street.

Later the company may ask permission to double track Market Street between Fourth Street and the Pennsylvania railroad tracks as a means of improving service.

Superintendent Evans and members of city council are this afternoon inspecting the work being done on the new curve at West Fourth and Arch Streets in Newberry.

SaturdayAugust26th,20239:00A.M. *1EastParkStreetHughesvillePa17737*

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SaturdayAugust26th,20239:00A.M.

*1EastParkStreetHughesvillePa17737*

(LycomingCountyFairgrounds3rd streetentrance)

SaturdayAugust26th,20239:00A.M.

*1EastParkStreetHughesvillePa17737*

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SMITH PUBLIC AUCTION

(LycomingCountyFairgrounds3rd streetentrance)

9am . - Household,Collectibles,Tractor/tools

l 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch mower, Loader, Ballast Box, 60 s like new. CubCadetHydrostaticRidingMower,CubCadetIHpullbehindcart, leafblowervac,walkbehindweedtrimmer,generacgenerator,kitchenwaresmallamount offurnitureandmuchmore. 11am -Moveinready20042,016sqft,2storyhome locatedat61HenryDriveHughesvillePa17737homeoffersaveryspacious2car garage24ftwidex34ftdeep,3verylargebedrooms,21/2Baths,openbasement, 200ampservice,publicsewerandwater,walkingdistancetoEastlycomingschool district,approx..44ofanacre,largekitchenanddiningarea,oilheat,centralair, updatedargonsysteminstalled,detachedshed,largebackyard,nestledinavery quietpleasantviewdevelopment.UPI#59-354.1-187.26

9am- Household,Collectibles,Tractor/tools 2013 Yanmar Sc2400 3 cylinder sel 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch mower, Loader, Ballast Box, 60 rs like new. CubCadetHydrostaticRidingMower,CubCadetIHpullbehindcart, leafblowervac,walkbehindweedtrimmer,generacgenerator,kitchenwaresmallamount offurnitureandmuchmore. 11am -Moveinready20042,016sqft,2storyhome locatedat61HenryDriveHughesvillePa17737homeoffersaveryspacious2car garage24ftwidex34ftdeep,3verylargebedrooms,21/2Baths,openbasement, 200ampservice,publicsewerandwater,walkingdistancetoEastlycomingschool district,approx..44ofanacre,largekitchenanddiningarea,oilheat,centralair, updatedargonsysteminstalled,detachedshed,largebackyard,nestledinavery quietpleasantviewdevelopment.UPI#59-354.1-187.26

Land Parcel of 1.94 Acres

Friday May 17th, 2024 6:00pm

(Lairdsville, PA. Near the Evan Lutheran Church) located at 6456 Rte. 118 Hwy., Muncy, PA. 17756

6 P.M.-Real Estate: UPI# 1 3-001 -302, Located in Franklin Twp 1 .94 Acre of land, sewer accessible, can be accessed from route 118 highway, recently surveyed,located in the East Lycoming school district any questions/for private showing please contact Levi at (570) 560-9543. To see photos go to auctionzip.com ID#45518, or on facebook at ”Levi Spring Auctioneering” We Hope To See You There!!!!

“CHET” MYERS PUBLIC AUCTION

Saturday, May 18th, 2024 @ 9am

1 East Park Street Hughesville Pa (The Lycoming County Fairgrounds) Schaffer Building entering the 3rd street gate

diesel 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch mower, Loader, Ballast Box, 60 hours like new. CubCadetHydrostaticRidingMower,CubCadetIHpullbehindcart, leafblowervac,walkbehindweedtrimmer,generacgenerator,kitchenwaresmallamount offurnitureandmuchmore. 11am -Moveinready20042,016sqft,2storyhome locatedat61HenryDriveHughesvillePa17737homeoffersaveryspacious2car garage24ftwidex34ftdeep,3verylargebedrooms,21/2Baths,openbasement, 200ampservice,publicsewerandwater,walkingdistancetoEastlycomingschool district,approx..44ofanacre,largekitchenanddiningarea,oilheat,centralair, updatedargonsysteminstalled,detachedshed,largebackyard,nestledinavery quietpleasantviewdevelopment.UPI#59-354.1-187.26

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9am- Household,Collectibles,Tractor/tools 2013 Yanmar Sc2400 3 cylind diesel 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch mower, Loader, Ballast Box, 60 hours like new. CubCadetHydrostaticRidingMower,CubCadetIHpullbehindcar leafblowervac,walkbehindweedtrimmer,generacgenerator,kitchenwaresmallamount offurnitureandmuchmore. 11am -Moveinready20042,016sqft,2storyhome locatedat61HenryDriveHughesvillePa17737homeoffersaveryspacious2car garage24ftwidex34ftdeep,3verylargebedrooms,21/2Baths,openbasement, 200ampservice,publicsewerandwater,walkingdistancetoEastlycomingschool district,approx..44ofanacre,largekitchenanddiningarea,oilheat,centralair, updatedargonsysteminstalled,detachedshed,largebackyard,nestledinavery quietpleasantviewdevelopment.UPI#59-354.1-187.26

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5:30 - 1930’s John Deere Unstyled “B” Tractor, Household, John Deere Riding Lawnmower, Collectibles, Advertising, Misc tools, small amount of furniture, and much more. For a listing and photos check us out on Auctionzip.Com ID#45518, or for continued updates check us out at Levi Spring Auctioneering on Facebook. The Lairdsville Fire Co. will be providing food and climate controlled Environment. We Hope To See You There!!

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Real Estate Terms: No Buyers Premium Cashier or certified check in the amount of $3,000 made out to “Levi Spring Auctioneering” down the day of auction with remaining due in 45 days or upon delivery of good title, property to be sold absolute, buying as is where is no warranties or guarantees made by the auctioneer or the seller, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material.

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(LycomingCountyFairgrounds3rd streetentrance)

Terms: No buyers premium, cash or good pa check, credit cards with 3.5% loss, buying as is where is, thank you, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material.

SaturdayAugust26th,20239:00A.M.

*1EastParkStreetHughesvillePa17737* (LycomingCountyFairgrounds3rd streetentrance)

VINTAGE AUTO PART PUBLIC AUCTION

Household,Collectibles,Tractor/tools 2013 Yanmar Sc2400 3 cylinder

SaturdayAugust26th,20239:00A.M. *1EastParkStreetHughesvillePa17737* (LycomingCountyFairgrounds3rd streetentrance) 9am- Household,Collectibles,Tractor/tools

PUBLIC AUCTION

l 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch mower, Loader, Ballast Box, 60 s like new. CubCadetHydrostaticRidingMower,CubCadetIHpullbehindcart, leafblowervac,walkbehindweedtrimmer,generacgenerator,kitchenwaresmallamount offurnitureandmuchmore. 11am -Moveinready20042,016sqft,2storyhome locatedat61HenryDriveHughesvillePa17737homeoffersaveryspacious2car garage24ftwidex34ftdeep,3verylargebedrooms,21/2Baths,openbasement, 200ampservice,publicsewerandwater,walkingdistancetoEastlycomingschool district,approx..44ofanacre,largekitchenanddiningarea,oilheat,centralair, updatedargonsysteminstalled,detachedshed,largebackyard,nestledinavery quietpleasantviewdevelopment.UPI#59-354.1-187.26

diesel 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch

Peterman Real Estate

9am . - Household,Collectibles,Tractor/tools 2013 Yanmar Sc2400 3 cylind diesel 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch mower, Loader, Ballast

Saturday June 1st 2024, 9 a.m.

1 East Park Street Hughesville PA 17737

Lycoming County Fairgrounds

(Arts and Crafts Building off the 405 Entrance on the south side of the fairgrounds)

9am . - Household,Collectibles,Tractor/tools 2013 Yanmar Sc2400 3 cylinder sel 4wd utility tractor with 60 inch mower, Loader, Ballast Box, 60 rs like new. CubCadetHydrostaticRidingMower,CubCadetIHpullbehindcart, leafblowervac,walkbehindweedtrimmer,generacgenerator,kitchenwaresmallamount offurnitureandmuchmore. 11am -Moveinready20042,016sqft,2storyhome locatedat61HenryDriveHughesvillePa17737homeoffersaveryspacious2car garage24ftwidex34ftdeep,3verylargebedrooms,21/2Baths,openbasement, 200ampservice,publicsewerandwater,walkingdistancetoEastlycomingschool district,approx..44ofanacre,largekitchenanddiningarea,oilheat,centralair, updatedargonsysteminstalled,detachedshed,largebackyard,nestledinavery quietpleasantviewdevelopment.UPI#59-354.1-187.26 Pictureandlistingoftermsandconditionsofrealestatecominginfutureads ofthewebbweekly,anyquestionsorforprivateshowingpleasecontactLeviat (570)560-9543. Alittlesomethingforeveryone,forpicturesandlistinggoto auctionzip.comID#45518,oronfacebookat”LeviSpringAuctioneering”WeHopeToSee YouThere!!!!

Saturday, June 15th, 2024 @

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hours like new. CubCadetHydrostaticRidingMower,CubCadetIHpullbehindcart, leafblowervac,walkbehindweedtrimmer,generacgenerator,kitchenwaresmallamount offurnitureandmuchmore. 11am -Moveinready20042,016sqft,2storyhome locatedat61HenryDriveHughesvillePa17737homeoffersaveryspacious2car garage24ftwidex34ftdeep,3verylargebedrooms,21/2Baths,openbasement, 200ampservice,publicsewerandwater,walkingdistancetoEastlycomingschool district,approx..44ofanacre,largekitchenanddiningarea,oilheat,centralair, updatedargonsysteminstalled,detachedshed,largebackyard,nestledinavery quietpleasantviewdevelopment.UPI#59-354.1-187.26

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9 a.m. -Vintage Automotive parts for 1930s/??? Gm Parts in the boxes, advertising pcs, hood ornaments, hub caps, interior mats, lots and lots to choose from all automobile parts also parts for Model T. Long Collection for the late Dale Myers of Muncy Valley Pa. For a listing and photos check us out on Auctionzip.Com ID#45518, or for continued updates check us out at Levi Spring Auctioneering on Facebook. Food to be provided please bring a chair. We Hope To See You There!!

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The Roving Sportsman… Ticks!

By Jon Pries

The winter doldrums are nally behind us, and although this spring has been o ering more wet weather than usual, for outdoorsmen who are about to spend an increasing amount of time in the out of doors in the upcoming months, it is only a matter of time until you come in contact with ticks. Whether you are shing at your favorite mountain stream, hunting spring gobbler or working on food plots according to your wildlife management plan, you must be vigilant about encountering ticks. So what is the big hype about ticks, what’s the latest on Lyme disease, and how can we best avoid all of this? It’s crucial to understand that ticks can pose serious health risks, including the potential for debilitating tick-borne diseases.

e tick of greatest concern in our area is the black-legged tick – o en referred to as the “deer tick.” ey do not exclusively feed upon deer but instead prefer to attach to small mammals such as mice and chipmunks and occasionally birds. ey will also feed on large mammals such as

raccoons, deer and bears, livestock, and even humans. People who spend any amount of time in the outdoors are at risk of exposure to these ticks and contracting a tick-borne illness. Hunters, hikers, shermen, and those folks who work outdoors are more likely to be bitten by ticks since they spend more time in forest edges, wooded areas, tall grasses, and other areas preferred by ticks. Pets that spend time out of doors are especially susceptible to becoming a host to ticks and can carry these unwanted parasites into a home.

Ticks cannot jump or y but instead crawl to the top of tall grasses where they await a passing host. ey then crawl onto clothing or fur, nd a preferred spot, and begin feeding, which may last for several days. ey may attach just about anywhere on a human but prefer moist, dark areas, such as under the arms, the groin area, or under the waistband.

If you locate a tick, remove it immediately. e longer it remains attached, the greater the risk of a transfer of a tick-borne disease, such as Lyme disease. Be careful. Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible with

sterile tweezers or a tick removal tool (check with your local drug store for this) and slowly pull upward with a steady, even tug. After removal, wash and disinfect the area where the tick was attached. Dispose of the tick by submerging it in rubbing alcohol for more than a day, wrap it tightly in tape, and throw it in the trash or flush it down the toilet. This may seem a bit extreme, but ask anyone who has been stricken by Lyme disease, and they would totally agree with these careful and proper disposal methods.

Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help avoid tick encounters to begin with. Wearing light-colored long pants, a long sleeved shirt and closetoed shoes will help. Tuck your shirt into the pants and tuck the pants leg into socks or boots. Use insect repellent that contains greater than 20 percent DEET on exposed skin and clothing. A very effective preventative is to treat your clothing with a product containing 0.5 percent permethrin. These measures are proven to significantly reduce the risk of tick bites, giving you the power to protect yourself.

What is Lyme disease, and how can it be detected and treated? Typical symptoms can occur within days, or sometimes they may take weeks, including fever, headache, chills, stiff neck, fatigue, joint pain, muscle aches,

and depression. A telltale sign of Lyme disease is a red rash in the form of a “bullseye” anywhere on the body. If detected early, Lyme disease can be treated with antibiotics, and recovery can be quick. If untreated immediately, the infection can spread to other parts of the body, producing life-long illnesses or even death.

Today, another culprit has extended its range throughout Pennsylvania. It is the Lone Star Tick and can cause alphagal meat allergy. Its bite can result in other serious medical conditions, including death. If bitten by an infected Lone Star tick, symptoms may not occur right away but can include mild fever, headache, chills, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea, joint pain, confusion, rash, and cough. If you have been infected, these symptoms may also occur after eating red meat.

Remember to take preventative steps to avoid encounters with ticks, do a full body check when returning from outdoors. And most importantly, contact your Doctor whenever Lone Star tick or Lyme disease symptoms are noted, or a telltale red “bullseye” is identified anywhere on your body. Seeking medical help promptly can make a significant difference in the outcome of a tick-borne illness, providing you with the reassurance and support you need.

must say that the month of May is a lot like Christmas for the hunting and shing crowd; there’s a host of opportunities to hunt and sh for a variety of species. I’ve seen some photos of successful turkey hunters, but a couple were particularly interesting.

One of those photos was of Jessica and Erik Steinbacher’s nine-yearold son, Brecken, who had just shot his second gobbler while being accompanied by his dad. What’s more interesting is that his rst bird was a jake, but this time, he nailed a double-bearded bird — talk about a great start!

Another successful turkey hunt photo that I saw last week was of a leucistic wild turkey that somebody had taken; the bird was all white except for black markings showing up where black would normally be

found.

Leucism is a condition in which melanin and other pigments are inhibited from being deposited in the feathers, thus resulting in possibly an all-white bird or one that is mostly white but with some black pigments remaining visible.

A leucistic turkey is not an albino since in albinism, the turkey would have pink eyes, legs, feet, and bills, while leucistic birds usually have normally colored eyes, legs, feet, and bills.

If you’re still interested in getting out and doing some hunting, the groundhogs are starting to show up all over the place. Groundhog hunting can be pursued all summer and into the fall, and it’s a good way to get that deer ri e out and ready for the fall deer season.

If you are not busy chasing groundhogs or turkeys, I don’t have

Ken Hunter

to tell you that May is one of the best times of the year for a variety of shing. Of course, trout season just got underway last month, but some of the best trout shing is done during the month of May.

e creeks were a little bit high the rst week or two due to some heavy rains, but the water has settled down and is looking good, and there’s still plenty of trout le

My favorite type of trout shing is with a yrod, and May is a great month for taking trout on dry ies.

So far, a er a few outings, I have managed to take a fair number of trout with a number 16 Deer Hair Caddis, but there are still a number of great may y hatches yet to come, making for some great surface action.

Several other shing opportunities are available in May, and walleyes are one of them. Both the river and a few area lakes can provide decent walleye shing.

e same is true for bass shing, but the bass season does not o cially start until June. If you

sh for bass, you cannot target spawning bass beds. Bass should be quickly and carefully released to prevent any damage to the sh.

If you’re looking for some shing fun and maybe even some sh to take home for the table, the month of May o ers up some of the best pan shing opportunities of the year, and that’s especially true of crappies. I spent several days at “ shing camp” with several friends, and all of our shing is directed towards pan sh and, more speci cally, crappies.

Crappies are just beginning to move into shallower bays and lake edges where they spawn. ey especially like to move into and around wood structures like trees and stumps sticking up out of the water; nd that structure and cover, and you will most likely nd the crappies.

Now, I was just thinking that if we didn’t have to cut grass, we would have a lot more time to pursue some of the game and sh I just mentioned.

The high school baseball and so ball regular seasons conclude this week, and area fans may want to heed the words of Terrell Owens to “get your popcorn ready.” e PIAA district playo s begin next week, and a bevy of area teams have spent the past few months prepping for the upcoming opportunity to make deep runs in their quest for state championship gold.

Scott

World Series in 2019.

e septet includes pitchers Alizabeth Schuler, Kendall Cardone, and catcher Lily Reidy. Schuler developed her interest in pitching as a six-year-old watching her sister Lexi and decided she wanted to follow in her footsteps.

It remains to be seen if any of District IV’s talented teams can remain above the fray. But based on their regular season accomplishments, those lo y goals have fueled game preparations since play began in the cold days of March.

South Williamsport’s 2A Lady Mounties so ball team is among those hopefuls and has played their way through a beefed-up schedule of 3A, 4A, and 5A competition to help meet the awaiting challenge. With two games remaining this week, the Mounties have stumbled only against neighboring Loyalsock and 5A state power Pittston and will be joined in the 2A eld by very good Muncy and Troy squads.

e Mountaineers, who have advanced to the state quarter- nal and nal four the past two seasons, feature a nonsenior roster led by seven players who participated in the Little League So ball

“I like that I can control everything because I am a perfectionist and a control freak. In the circle, my control has gotten better as I’ve gotten older. When I was just beginning, my hand was not big enough to wrap around the ball, but Lexi helped me learn how to control that to my advantage. rowing the ball where I want it to go is a big part of my game.

“Trusting the defense I have behind me is very important. If I know there is going to be a ball hit up the middle that my shortstop and second baseman can cut o , I am going to pitch more relaxed, and all my pitches are going to work best, which will lead to winning games.”

While Schuler is the sta veteran, Cardone has worked hard during the past year to replace the graduated Aleigha Rieppel.

“Last year, I was like the backup to the backup. I knew this year was going to be my year to ll in. ere was pressure on

Alizabeth, so I put in the time and worked hard to be the second pitcher when needed.

“Over the winter, I worked on my pitching every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. I practiced getting in the reps and developing my pitches. It was fun because these sessions were relaxed, and I was just getting started. I know throwing strikes is important. As we look ahead to the playoffs, it is important that we have pitching depth. The better I can pitch and throw strikes reduces the times Alizabeth might have to come pitch in relief.”

Catching the duo, Reidy has seen improvement in both.

“Over time, Alizabeth has gained more control on her location and speed. She has been able to learn new pitches as she has progressed over the years. Kendall is doing really well and is filling in the space we need when Alizabeth is not pitching. She hits her spots and has worked hard to develop her pitches.

“Both our pitchers have good control. In my role, I just listen to what pitches the coaching staff is calling and set up accordingly. I try to do the best I can to frame the pitch, but most times, I don’t worry about that because both hit their spots well.”

“My relationship with Lily is really important,” Schuler added. “If I don’t trust her to catch a certain pitch, I’m not going to want to throw that pitch, and everything will be out of whack. I need to trust her and know that she is going to do it, and she does. She puts in a lot of time with me, and

it has made both me and our team better.”

Although they share the pitching spotlight, each has its own unique style. Cardone is the team’s cheerleader, and her voice and encouragement are infectious in the dugout.

“Looking back to my freshman year, I know what it is like to be nervous. We had senior players, and it can be hard for younger girls to fit in. I felt that, and I just wanted the younger players on this year’s team to understand that it is OK to make mistakes because practicing with the varsity for the first time can be intimidating. I am just trying to do what I can to help them and grow their confidence.

“Positivity is a good thing. I like that, and I don’t want players to get down on themselves, especially because this team has a lot of talent. It makes things more fun when the team is relaxed and enjoying themselves.”

As the self-proclaimed perfectionist, Schuler is determined in the circle but appreciative of her teammates’ dedication and work ethic.

“I love this team; it is amazing. We have the best chemistry, and we know everyone is going to be there for each other. Our ultimate goal is to win that last game and a state title, but I’m enjoying that we can pick each other up when someone is not having a good day and help the team play up to our potential.”

Like South Williamsport, this year’s playoff field is filled with many talented, determined teams all trying to do just that.

Hats off to a Lycoming County naturalist and photographer. Michael Kinney is on an epic adventure. My friend is currently somewhere on the water. Kinney is doing a solo float trip on the entire stretch of the West Branch of the Susquehanna. Incredible.

Mike kicked things off with a social media post. He has been planning this trip for several months.

“Tomorrow, I start my journey. A 227-mile paddle over 18-27 days. Living and sleeping on the Susquehanna. Collecting as much footage as possible. Waterscapes. Landscapes. Photography. 360/VR. Underwater photos and videos of 43 tributaries, 20 river towns, nine counties, and over 100 points of interest. This will be my largest adventure and challenge. I am excited to travel the entire West Branch.” MICHAEL KINNEY

His journey will take three to four weeks, depending on the conditions. Mike will overnight at both private and public campsites. He launched this week in a kayak. The headwaters are in the tiny Indiana County town of Cherry Tree, PA. A few days later, Mike changed over to a canoe.

“I am currently between the towns of Mahaffey and Curwensville. Here are a few photos from my adventures. My Bird Net unit has already identified and uploaded 43 different species along the river. I will soon switch over to the Natural Waterscapes canoe for the remaining 200 miles, the official sponsor of the journey. Now, who’ll stop the rain.” MICHAEL KINNEY.

Mike has several friends who will help him throughout the process. He has certain sections where he will pick up some care packages. The planning is crucial. Kinney

HELMINIAK’S

is armed with all kinds of gear. He has a hammock, tarp, sleeping bag, tons of dehydrated meals, a stove and fuel, water filters, rain gear, waterproof bags, four types of cameras, 12 memory cards, 20 batteries, and multiple chargers.

Kinney is a super-talented photographer. His footage and shots are insane. He has a great eye. Kinney serves as the board president for the Middle Susquehanna Riverkeepers. It is a solo float, but he will occasionally be joined by family and friends — maybe even a part-time scribe. The Riverkeepers will help monitor his progress. Several media sites have picked up this story as well.

“Day 10. I am currently at mile 106. There has been a 604ft elevation drop since the start at Cherry Tree. I am holding still for the day

to get through some storms. All good here; moving along slightly ahead of schedule. There is not enough service for updates.” MICHAEL KINNEY.

I reached out to Mike early this week with a few questions. Why in the world would you float the entire section? He will probably get back to me after my deadline. No worries. Kinney says the service is sometimes very spotty. He has a hard time uploading photos. Regardless, I am super proud of my friend for giving this a go. It has been an unbelievable journey, and I hope to join him when he gets to Lycoming County. I got the okay from work and home. Cheers.

Jamie Spencer

NOTICES

INTENT TO ADOPT A FINAL BUDGET. NO-

TICE is hereby given that the Proposed Final Budget for the General Fund of Jersey Shore Area School District for the 2024-2025

fiscal year in its most recent form is available for public inspection on the District website, and is expected to be presented for adoption as a Final Budget at the school board meeting to be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, June 10, 2024. The budget may be amended before or after final adoption. If an individual is unable to access the Proposed Final Budget on the District website, www.jsasd.org, a printed copy may be obtained by contacting Benjamin

BINGO NIGHTS

American Legion Post 1

Enders, Business Manager at benders@jsasd.org. Benjamin J. Enders, Secretary Board of Education. 182830

BIDS

SEALED

BIDS FOR ATHLETIC SUPPLIES AND UNIFORMS. The Loyalsock Township School District is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of athletic supplies and uniforms. Interested parties should contact the district office, 1605 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, PA 17701, by calling (570) 326-6508 Ext. 1008. Deadline for bid submission is Friday, May 17, 2024, no later than 12:00 p.m. at the district office. Loyalsock Township School District accepts the right to reject any and all bids. 182472

BIDS REQUESTED. The Board of School Directors of the Jersey Shore Area School District requests sealed bids for furnishing and delivering the following in accordance with the specifications on file at the Jersey Shore Area School District Administration Building, 175 A&P Drive, Jersey Shore, PA 17740. ATHLETIC SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT. All bids must be placed in a sealed, opaque envelope plainly marked “Athletic Supplies and Equipment Bid” and delivered to the undersigned at the above address on or before 8:30 a.m. May 23, 2024. All bids will be opened publicly during a specially scheduled

Bingo Every

bid opening at the Jersey Shore Area School District Administration Building at the above address at 8:30 a.m. on May 23, 2024. The Board of School Directors reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to select a single item from any bid. Benjamin Enders, Business Manager. 182679

PUPPIES

FIVE, 8 WEEK OLD

Blue Heeler Cross Puppies, $50.00. 570-437-2170. 277 Strick Road, Milton, PA. 17847. 182682

MINI POODLE PUPPIES. Had Shots And Wormed, $250.00. Cavalier Poodle Female, Free. 570538-2368. 182739

BORDER COLLIE & Bernese Mountain Dog Puppies. Adorable And Playful. 2 Males, $175.00. 570-649-5716. 182514

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES For Sale. First Shots And Dewormed, 8 Weeks Old. 570-4414919. 182511

CORGIPOO PUPPIES

Some Blue Merles. Ready Now. $300.00. Vet Checked And Wormed. Call 570725-2050. 182244

ONE YEAR OLD

Tri-Colored, Male Beagle Puppy For Sale, $150.00. Call 570-726-0386. 182114

BIRDS

BOB WHITES, Your Backyard Whistlers. Males $20.00, Females $12.00. Also, Small House To Put Your Bird In, $95.00. 570547-1057. 18264

POULTRY

CHICKS FOR SALE, $3.00 Each. Goslings For Sale, Grass Eater Breed, $12.00 Each. 570-745-3486. 182246

BROWN EGG LAYING PULLETS. Almost Ready To Lay Eggs. $10.00 Each. 570-725-2085. 182676

ROUND PENS ALL

SIZES. Livestock Panels.

Immediate Delivery. 570916-3309. 182839

EVENTS

YARD SALES

ADVERTISE your Yard Sale, Garage Sale, or Rummage Sale! Only $7.95 for 5 lines! Contact Jaimie Today!! Call Webb Weekly at (570) 326-9322 or email classifieds@webbweekly. com

COMMUNITY YARD

SALE, Sat. & Sun., May 18th & 19th, 8-3pm. Frey Ave, Upper Green Ave And Sweeley Ave. Off Lycoming Creek Road. Kids, Household, Antiques, Tools And More. 182835

4 FAMILY YARD SALE

907 LOVE DRIVE

POCO HILLS ESTATE

May 17 & May 18: hours

9-2 both days. Camping supplies, collections (castles, American Girl), Tools, electronics, games, pots/ pans, and much more. Rain or shine. 182674

ANNUAL ELLIOT

STREET SALES, Loyal-

sock. Saturday, May 18th, 8-? 1521 Elliott St. Tables Of Holiday Decor, Longaberger Items, Household, Puzzles, Plus Much More! 182849

ELLIOTT STREET

SALES, LOYALSOCK

Friday, May 17th, 1521 & 1610, 9-? A Variety Of Items. 182850 YARD SALE 1632 Gram-

MARY’S MARKET

9873 Route 220 Jersey Shore. Come Check Us Out. Fall & Winter Hours Thursday-Sunday 10-5pm. 570-259-1886. 182855

ESTATE SALES

PERFECT-2-PERFECT is having an estate sale at Wentzlers Farm Market Complex by the mall at 205 Lycoming Mall Rd, Muncy this week, May 16-17-18. We will open at 8:30am and close at 3pm Thursday and 2pm Friday, Saturday until noon. Household Goods, Tools, Shop Equipment, Machinist Tools, Beds, Dressers, Wedding Reception items galore, and more. For more info and photos, go to www.onlinetradingassistant.com. 182638

ESTATE SALE, MONTOURSVILLE. By Ap

3 FAMILY GARAGE

SALE. Rain Or Shine May 17th & 18th, 9-4pm. No Early Birds. 7227 Pleasant Valley Road, Cogan Station, 5 Minutes From Warrensville Store. Large Variety Of Items. GARAGE SALE ON FRIDAY, May 17th 8:00am to 1:00pm, Saturday, May 18th 8:00am to 12:00pm at 6270 State Route 973 E Cogan Station, PA 17728. Boy’s clothes size 5 to 8, women’s clothes size large, household items, holiday decorations. 182833

PRIMITIVE SHOP

VICTORIA’S PRIMITIVE PIECES 1950 Green Ave. Williamsport. New Items Arriving Weekly. Lots Of Americana And Primitive Items. Open Every Saturday 10am-2pm. 182470

CLOTHING GIVEAWAY

THE STRAWBERRY RIDGE CHURCH UCC is having their annual Clothing Giveaway May 17th and May 18th, 9am to 1pm both days. Men’s, Ladies and Children’s clothing - some new, others slightly used, most ready to wear, Blankets, shoes, boots, jackets, and some household items. Strawberry Ridge Church 850 Cardinal Road, Danville, near the Washingtonville Power Plant. 182684 CHURCH SERVICES

HESHBON PARK

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

2898 Heshbon Road, Williamsport (Turn Off Of Lycoming Creek Rd)

Pastor Jane O’Borski.

Worship 9AM, Sunday School 10:15 AM. 182498

GENERAL MERCH.

SICKLE BAR MOWER

Mounts On I.H. Super A. 570-745-3429. 182748

ANTIQUE CHINA

CABINET, Lots Of Storage Space, $450.00. 570368-2152 Or 570-272-2021763. 182519

BURNER BARRELS, Muncy Area $10.00. Call 570-546-6046. 182500

FOR SALE: ROTOTILLERS, Hedge Trimmers, Leaf Blowers, Chainsaws, Weed Eaters, Lawn Mowers, Riding Mowers. Call 570-980-0157. 182486

CRAFTSMAN DRILL

PRESS, 1/3 Horse Motor, Nice Equipment For A Starter Shop, Circular Saws, Small Loaders, Oil Tank. Leave Message 570-3222474. 182503

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

THE GENERAC PWRCELL, a solar plus battery storage system. SAVE money, reduce your reliance on the grid, prepare for power outages and power your home. Full installation services available. $0 Down Financing Option. Request a FREE, no obligation, quote today. Call 1-866783-0292. M11

SWITCH AND SAVE up to $250/year on your talk, text and data. No contract and no hidden fees. Unlimited talk and text with flexible data plans. Premium nationwide coverage. 100% U.S. based customer service. For more information, call 1-888-684-1169. M11

LIKE NEW HONDA 8HP Rototiller, Only Used 2 Years. Works Very Well, $2,200. Call 570-939-1812. 182113

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

BATH & SHOWER

UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 855-7611725. C11

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THE BATHROOM OF YOUR DREAMS in as little as 1 day. Limited Time Offer - $1000 off or No Payments and No Interest for 18 months for customers who qualify. BCI Bath & Shower. Many options available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Call Today! 1-877-540-2780. M11

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

GOOD THINGS TO EAT

TRADITIONAL APPLE BUTTER 570-244-6149. 181569

MULCH

MUSHROOM MULCH FOR SALE. $26.00 A Yard. 37 McCall Dam Road, Loganton, Pa. 17747. 570-725-2011. 182671

HEALTHCARE

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WANTED TO BUY

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. 182476

CALLAHAN’S ANTIQUITIES

381 Broad St., 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. 182261

BUSINESS SERVICES

WEED WHACKING, Field Mowing, Brush Hog & Mulching. 570-3770428. 182744

DECKS DECKS DECKS! Fast Quality Work At A Great Price. Call Or Text 570-916-4848 . 182646

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 570244-1424 OR 570-3219472. 182248

T-TAG DELIVERIES For Your Hauling Needs Of Mulch, Topsoil, Stone, Etc. Call Josh 570-435-3204. 182015

RICHART’S FURNITURE REFINISHING AND REPAIR We Make Spindles, We Fix Most Any Loose Chairs. We Also Paint Metal, 570-584-3215. 181155

Jersey Shore Area School District

has a fulltime 10 month

Jersey Shore Area Middle School Building School Secretary position opening ...

Please refer to our website at www.jsasd.org under “Employment” for an application. Please submit an application, letter of interest, resume, Act 34, 151 and 114 clearances to:

Dr. Brian Ulmer, Superintendent • 175 A&P Drive, Jersey Shore, PA 17740 Deadline for application is May 17, 2024

HOME BREAK-INS take less than 60 seconds. Donʼt wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢ a day! Call 855-401-1151. C11

PROFESSIONAL

LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Call now for a free quote. Ask about our first application special! 1-833606-6777. C11

YARD WORK, CLEANUP. Brush Removal, Mulching, Hauling, Weed-Whacking. Also, Clean-Outs. Fully Insured. 570-439-1934. 181772

G & W SOUND. DJ Music For Any Occasion Small Or Large. 570-220-5512

WATER DAMAGE

CLEANUP & restoration: A small amount of water can lead to major damage and mold growth in your home. Our trusted professionals do complete repairs to protect your family and your homeʼs value! Call 24/7: 1-888-872-2809. C11

AGING ROOF? New Homeowner? Got Storm Damage? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 1-888878-9091. C11

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LeafFilter, the most Advanced Debris-Blocking Protection. Schedule FREE LEAFFILTER Estimate today. 15% Off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833610-1936. C11

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ON TOWNSHIP ROADS FOR DUST

CONTROL MUST COMPLETE AN APPLICATION, WHICH CAN BE OBTAINED AT THE TOWNSHIP OFFICE OR BY EMAILING franklints@windstream.net

100 FEET OF DUST OIL WILL BE PROVIDED FREE IN FRONT OF OCCUPIED HOMES. ADDITIONAL DUST OIL WILL BE SUPPLIED AT $50.00 PER 100 FEET, PAID IN ADVANCE.

ALL APPLICATIONS AND PAYMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY MAY 31, 2024. MARKERS MUST BE CLEARLY PLACED WHERE OIL IS TO BE APPLIED. Placement of dust oil will be at the discretion of the Supervisors. Supervisors will not be responsible for accidents or damage.

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS 61 SCHOOL LANE, LAIRDSVILLE, PA 17742

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JUNK REMOVAL, HAULING, Clean-Out. Brush Removal. Free Estimates. 570-377-0428. 181935

LAWNCARE

SCOTT'S LAWN CARE. CELEBRATING OUR 25TH YEAR! SPRING AND FALL CLEAN-UP. Residential And Commercial Mowing And Landscaping. Now Offering Grading, Stump Removal, Clean-Up Of Large Areas, Field Mowing, Brush Hogging. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 570-419-6326. 182263

DAVIDʼS LAWN CARE RESIDENTIAL WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD NEW CUSTOMERS

FULLY INSURED MULCHING-MOWINGHEDGE TRIMMINGWEED WHACKING FREE ESTIMATES IF NO ANSWER LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 570-323-4014

D & M LAWNCARE LLC. We Are Looking To Add Residential And Commercial Customers For Mowing. Insured and Affordable. Please Give Us A Call Today For A Free Estimate. 570-337-1606. 182262 S&S LAWN CARE Looking To Add Residential And Commercial Customers For Mowing & Trimming Needs. Fully Insured. 570322-8787 Or 570-560-8471. 181592

RICHARDʼS LAWN CARE AND LANDSCAPING. Spring Clean-Up, Trimming, Mowing And Mulching. Free Estimates. PA064570. 570-772-1588. 182658

HEALTHCARE CLEANING NO TIME TO CLEAN? If You Are Busy With Life And Cleaning Your House Is Just Too Much, Call Me And I Will Take Care Of It For You! Years Of Experience And References Too. Call To Discuss Rates And Services 272-766-8105

RESIDENTS WISHING TO HAVE DUST OIL PLACED ON TOWNSHIP ROADS FOR DUST

CONTROL MUST COMPLETE AN APPLICATION, WHICH

BELLAʼS SUNSHINE CLEANING SERVICES

Professional Residential

Cleaning From Our Shining Customer Service, To Your Sparkling Clean Home, I Clean To Meet Your Needs. Because Everyone Needs A Little Sunshine. Reasonable Rates. Call 570-435-8082. 182854

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.

LEAVE THE MESS To Us. Christinaʼs Cleaning Services. 570-560-9578. 182480

BUSINESSHEALTHCAREOPPORTUNITIES

HVAC BUSINESS FOR SALE. Owner Operated , 25 Year Old Business. Established Clientele. Guaranteed 6 Figure Income. Call 570-329-2505. 182822

FOR SALE, OWNER

RETIRING. Formerly Buzzʼs Pizza and Subs. 1900 Sq. Ft Building. 570538-1984. 182643

EMPLOYMENT

HAPPY ACRES

RESTAURANT Immediate Openings. Full-time, Part-time, Servers, Bartenders, Dish Washers, Sous Chef. 570-753-8000. 182859

PLUMBINGMASTERS IS LOOKING for Plumbers, HVAC Technician and Laborers with experience in servicing and installing all types of systems (some experience in oil furnaces is a plus). We offer competitive pay, paid vacation and holidays, 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. 182858

LEGAL

NEED IRS RELIEF $10K

- $125K+ Get Fresh Start or Forgiveness Call 1-877-7051472 Monday through Friday 7AM-5PM PST. M11

¿¡#RUINED CREDIT FROM CAR REPO#¡¿ REPO ALERT! You may be entitled to substantial money and improved credit. FREE LEGAL ADVICE 1-800601-0808. M11

FINANCIAL

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WESLEY FINANCIAL

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HEALTH

DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG CANCER and 65+? You may qualify for a substantial cash award. NO obligation! Weʼve recovered millions. Let us help!! Call 24/7, 1-866-590-5563. M11

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TV / INTERNET

DIRECTV OVER INTERNET - Get your favorite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels 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

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REAL ESTATE

SELL YOUR RENTAL UNITS And Keep Your Cash Flow. Consider Owner Financing With Todayʼs High Interest Rates. Can Do 5 To 10 Year Balloon Payments. More Info Call 570989-1938. 182828

APARTMENTS

LARGE 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT Near Bus Stop. Washer/Dryer, Stove, Refrigerator And Dishwasher. Newberry. No Pets. No Smoking, $900.00 Plus Utilities. 570-916-3309. 182838

FURNISHED LUXURY APARTMENT Downtown Williamsport. 2 Bedroom, All Utilities And Parking Included. Private Rooftop Patio Deck. All Linens And Kitchen Accessories Included. Short-term Lease. No Pets, No Smoking.

$1,400/Month. 570-9163309. 182837

2ND FLOOR, 1 BEDROOM Apartment With Jacuzzi, Stove, Refrigerator, Deck And Parking. $525.00/Month. 570-3267697. 182857

STORAGE UNITS

10 X 16. $75.00/Month. Call 570-337-4994. 182265

CEMETERY LOTS

WEBSTER CEMETERY CO. New Lots Available. $1,000 4 Plot. $250.00 Single. 570-2381152. 182109 4 CEMETERY LOTS In Jersey Shore Cemetery. $400.00 Per Lot, Equaling $1,600.00. 843-655-0431. 182848

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

CARS

2005 TOYOTA CAMRY. 1 Owner, Garage Kept, 87,300 Miles. Excellent Condition. Must See. 570584-5669. 182845

TRUCKS

1990 F-250 4x4, 5.8 V8 With 5 Speed, Runs Good, With Snow Plow, $1,400.00. 570-295-4033. 182652

$17,995, 1986 F250. Sold new at Bill Marks Ford. Original 6.9 diesel, 34,000 original miles, just serviced and inspected, new batteries, new fuel pump. Runs like new. 570-506-7602

JEEP

2019 JEEP CHEROKEE TRAILHAWK. Loaded, 29,500 Miles, Excellent Condition, $22,500. 570538-1984. 182843

2019 PREMIUM SUBARU OUTBACK. Asking $20,000. 69,000 Miles. 570-584-2109. 182513

MOTORCYCLES

1998 HARLEY DAVIDSON FAT BOY. Nice Bike, Lots Of Extras, $6,500.00. 570-971-9405. 182793 FOR SALE; 2007 HONDA Goldwing Trike. Mint Condition. 36K Miles. 570295-0999 Located In Woolrich. 182661

CAMPER TRAILER

39ʼ PARK MODEL Camping Trailer, Loaded. Outside Shower, AC, 3 Large TVs, Full-Size Kitchen & Bath, Fireplace. 2 Covered Parking Spaces, Pergola, Outdoor Fire Pit. Available April 1st. 20K, OBO. Call Bob 570-4350024. 182860

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VEHICLES WANTED

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