Talking Turkey, Pigskin and Leftovers
Happy anksgiving to all from everyone here at Webb Weekly!
e hustle and bustle of Black Friday and the holiday shopping season is ready to kick o , shoppers get out and save. e tradition of the Pennsylvania ri e deer season has area hunters with visions of big bucks dancing in their heads. is, like so many, is one of my favorite times of the year in Penn’s Woods. ere’s something for everyone to enjoy and partake in. Get out and about and enjoy your favorites or try something new.
First up though is a day to slow down and say thanks. e traditional anksgiving in America. A day of family, food and yes, football. A day to go to Grandmother’s house, but to also remember to call your family and friends to say hello and happy anksgiving. Most importantly make sure to say grace and give thanks for all we are blessed with. Explain the true meaning of the day to our young folks and pass on the great message of anksgiving.
e rst “Feast of anks” took place in 1621 in Plymouth. It was a celebration of the autumn harvest. e newly arrived pilgrims — who were our colonists of what eventually became Massachusetts, gathered with the Wampanoag Indians. It was a Native American tradition to give
thanks to the “Creator” for gi s of daily life.
Obviously, the Wampanoag tribe was instrumental in teaching the settlers how to harvest the natural resources and farm the land. e pilgrims also had a similar tradition brought from their homeland to thank God for a “harvest of plenty.” So it was a mutual breaking of bread for all the right reasons.
Our traditional anksgiving turkey did not grace their outdoor table of celebration according to historians. e roasted birds of that day were duck, geese and swan. Venison was prevalent along with lobster, clams and sh. Turkey did not become an American tradition until 200 years later.
e number one le over of the day was turning the venison, fowl, or even sh into jerky. Salting it heavy, smoking and drying it, dehydrated the meat so it would last the winter or at least until next week. My sons would’ve had no problem with that, especially Hunter. He goes through venison jerky like a pilgrim or Native American.
e wild turkey was actually, along with the bald eagle, a national symbol in our Nation’s early days. Pennsylvania’s own Ben Franklin fought for the bird to be the sole symbol of the United States. In 1782 Mr. Franklin lost out to a federal vote and
the bald eagle became the symbol for our national seal.
It wasn’t until President Abraham Lincoln declared anksgiving a national holiday that turkey became the meal of choice.
President Lincoln proclaimed, “ anksgiving and praise to our benecent Father who dwelleth in the heavens,” to be celebrated the last ursday in November. He also preferred turkey as his meal of choice for the presidential table; this was coupled with the cookbooks of the time recommending turkey for the celebration and increasing its popularity. But the real big push in that day came from the raisers and sellers of the domesticated turkeys.
One of honest Abe’s praises of the turkey as a anksgiving meal was, “It could be used a second time.” Sounds like a Presidential endorsement for le overs to me. I wonder if he enjoyed a cold turkey sandwich on the White House lawn. You had to love Mr. Lincoln’s practicality.
is anksgiving over 46 million turkeys, cooked hopefully to perfection, will be served in our great Nation. Obviously, almost all are domestic birds not wild turkeys. at’s a lot of cooking, carving and pass the gravy please.
Football became a anksgiving tradition in the 1870s. It was rst the high
schools and club type organization that began playing on Turkey Day. Yale and Princeton played the rst collegiate anksgiving Day game in 1876.
As far as the NFL, their rst anksgiving date matchup was in 1920 pairing the rival Chicago Tigers against the Decatur Staleys. e game was played on anksgiving as the teams challenged each other to “a dual” over a tie game. Part of the agreement of the game was the loser had to withdraw from the league and “fold up” operations. e Staleys of Decatur Illinois won the contest and became the Chicago Bears the following season. e Chicago Tigers nished their schedule that year and folded to honor the agreement.
e Detroit Lions played on anksgiving Day beginning in 1917 but were not yet members of the NFL. ey began their tradition of turkey and touchdowns in 1934. ey have played 71 times on anksgiving missing only the years of World War II.
e Dallas Cowboys have played on anksgiving Day since 1966. A tradition created by owner Tex Schramm to highlight what came to be known as “America’s Team”.
So, enjoy that most special day of family, food and football. Don’t forget to save room for dessert. And if you do, pumpkin pie with extra whipped cream might make the best le over and midnight snack.
God Bless America.
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From the Editor…
Happy Thanksgiving
As it says on the cover — I wish y’all an extra helping of happy this year! I hope that you and yours have a Happy, Healthy (in every way but the food) and Safe anksgiving.
As always, it’s time for my yearly list of all the things I am thankful for. e past few weeks have been a lot, so I am even more grateful for all the things that are on it this year.
On to the list!
– Steve and Kiddo. Y’all make every day an adventure! I couldn’t imagine life without y’all (even with all the chaos — sometimes BECAUSE of the chaos); I can’t tell you how much I love and appreciate you both.
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– Tacocat – my constant companion and nighttime heater — also a bit of a pain in the you know what.
– Remington – Pretty sure you hate everyone, but that’s OK, because I love you!
– A comfy recliner, u y blankets, and a snoring basset hound with a cat stacked on top.
– e ever-evolving list of nicknames for all the people and animals in our home.
– Saturday morning Spotify while I clean the house.
– Montour Farm meatballs and Humpback Farm Market pizza sauce.
– When you nd that perfect combo of leggings and a really great hoodie.
– Funny cat videos.
– ose dang AI podcast dogs that are always making me cry.
– TikToks that make me giggle/ think/cry.
– Making TikToks of my dogs — Follow us! @BookerandScout
– Setting my sights on level 50,000 in Wordscapes.
– When a recipe turns out exactly like it is supposed to.
– Doritos.
– Polar seltzer water.
– Tiramisu clusters from Aldi.
– ose two really amazing tumblers that I got at Sam’s Club.
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– Booker – my Little Legs, my soul dog. You are a pain in the youknow-what, but your cuddles are unmatched.
– Scout – our newest addition! My Scooter-Boot, you are also a pain in
– Cooking Sunday dinners.
– at new apron I bought myself.
– In nitely entertaining SubReddits.
– Co ee.
– Gnocchi and homemade sauce.
– Finding a really great foundation in just the right shade.
– at Alexa is always ready to tell us what we should be doing every morning.
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– My Dutch oven.
– My new fancy cheese grater.
– Upgrading my Wi-Fi connection.
– Heated car seats and remote start.
– Coffee. Please don’t underestimate how much I enjoy it.
and sacrifice, very little of this list would be possible.
– Good bourbon and craft beer.
– Still being excited that I got rid of my Keurig and went back to a regular coffee pot.
– Parking lot Christmas trees.
– My punk rock friends.
– My health.
– Healing relationships.
– The roof over my head.
– The food in my fridge.
– Comfy beds and feather pillows.
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– Making the yearly switch to my Cuddl Dud sheets.
– The warm clothes in my closet.
– Living in a small community that cares about each other.
– A job that lets me write ridiculous Thanksgiving lists.
– The brave men and women, past and present, for defending our freedom. Without their hard work
One last, last thing. I’m excited to announce that the Blaise Alexander Christmas Fun Coloring Contest starts this week! Check out pages 18 and 19 for the details and the coloring page. Get ready to unleash your creativity and win some exciting prizes!
If you need some gift ideas, please be sure to check out our Holiday Gift Guide in this issue!
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This anksgiving, as we gather with family and friends, we pause to remember the ones who shaped our traditions, our laughter, and our love. ough they may no longer sit at the table, their presence is felt in every story shared and every memory cherished. From our family to yours, may your holiday be lled with warmth, gratitude, and beautiful remembrance.
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Remembering Some Wartime Thanksgivings of the Past
By Lou Hunsinger Jr.
As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, we live in a time of comparative peace right now, but it wasn’t always that way. It might be interesting to look back at some wartime Christmases of the past.
At Thanksgiving 1917, thousands of troops were already pouring across the Atlantic Ocean to fight the “dreaded Hun” in France. In World War I, the so-called “war to end all wars.” The public was locally mobilized to support the war effort, and many young men were flocking to the colors to join up. There were also Liberty Loan drives being conducted.
Archibald Hoagland was serving as the Mayor of Williamsport.
The Gazette and Bulletin published a “Thanksgiving Shopping Guide” that advertised items and businesses, such as Ed Horn’s West End City Market House, which sold “the finest fruits and vegetables.” The Northcentral Gas Company sold electric ranges. A Thanksgiving feast could be had at the Windsor Café for one dollar. And quality ice cream was being sold by Wakenhut’s.
A big holiday show.” The Orpheum had the photoplay, “The Man from Montana.” And the Hippodrome had Fannie Ward starring in “On the Level.”
The Williamsport High School gridders beat Bellefonte 27-6, and Penn State beat archrival Pitt 28-6.
The Gazette and Bulletin wrote of the holiday, “Williamsport spent a quiet Thanksgiving, even though these are war times. The day was notable for the number of soldier boys who came home from training camps for the holiday. The theaters were filled in the afternoon and evening, and the afternoon football game drew a good crowd.
America was at war again at Thanksgiving 1943. American forces were engaged in hard fighting in Africa. The Red Army had begun driving back the German Army from Russian soil, and in the Pacific, the Marines were fighting a bloody battle on Tarawa and had just retaken the island of Makin.
Locally, people were doing their utmost to support the war effort by purchasing War Bonds and by gathering tin, grease, and other recyclable items. Young men and women were responding with great ardor to the call of their country. Leo Williamson was serving as the Mayor of Williamsport.
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Thanksgiving food costs were more expensive because of the wartime emergency. A turkey sold for 40 cents a pound, more costly than turkeys sold in Elmira, N.Y., or Scranton. Butter and egg prices were also higher that year.
Entertainment locally had the Majestic Theater offering “a wide variety of vaudeville.
At the theaters in Williamsport that Thanksgiving, Deanna Durbin was starring in “His Butler’s Sister” at the Capitol Theater. The Rialto had “Girl Crazy” starring Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney, and the Keystone had
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Roy Rogers in “A Man and His Music.”
At Acme Markets, bread was selling for 17 cents a loaf, turkey was selling for 52 cents a pound, cranberries were selling for 25 cents a pound, and you could get three pounds of sweet potatoes for 25 cents.
In Thanksgiving Day gridiron action, Art Pursell’s Williamsport Millionaires lost 3-0 to Steelton and Jersey Shore, and Lock Haven played to a 6-6 tie.
At Thanksgiving 1950, the United States was at war in Korea. General MacArthur had boastfully claimed that the troops would be home by Christmas. They had just launched an attack, causing North Korean forces to reel back toward the Manchurian border. About five days after Thanksgiving, the Red Chinese made it a whole new war, sending thousands of their troops across the Manchurian border into North Korea, causing a widespread retreat by American and United Nations forces. It would take more than six months for the front to stabilize and for the war to bog down into a stalemate.
Jimmy Stewart and Barbara Hale. Williamsport High School culminated an undefeated football season and won a share of the Central Penn championship by beating Steelton on touchdowns by Earl Yost, Ray Sye, and David Anderson.
Turkey sold for 41 cents a pound, and potatoes were 33 cents for a 15-pound bag. You could get four pounds of sweet potatoes for 25 cents.
The Vietnam War was raging at its height at Thanksgiving 1967. The big battle at Dak To had just ended with a cost of 246 American lives and more than 860 wounded. It was the largest sustained battle of the war up to that time. Locally, many draftees and some who enlisted were seeing action in Vietnam, and tragically, some of them were losing their lives and sustaining serious wounds.
Many local soldiers were called to action in Korea when the Pennsylvania National Guard was called into federal service.
Leo Williamson was in his 10th year as Mayor of Williamsport.
In the local theaters that Thanksgiving, Leo Gorcey and the Bowery Boys were starring in “Blues Busters” at the Karlton Theater.
The Ritz in Muncy was playing “Sunset Boulevard,” starring William Holden and Gloria Swanson. “King Solomon’s Mines,” starring Deborah Kerr and Stewart Granger, was at the Rialto, and the Capitol had “The Jackpot” with
Raymond Knaur was serving as Mayor of Williamsport. Santa was supposed to arrive in downtown Williamsport on the day after Thanksgiving and would have his headquarters at the plaza at the Lycoming County Courthouse.
On movie screens locally, Frank Sinatra was starring in “Tony Rome” at the Rialto. “Cool Hand Luke,” starring Paul Newman, was at the Capitol, and at the State was Elvis Presley in “Clambake.”
A Thanksgiving buffet at the Holiday Inn on the Golden Strip cost $3.95. The A&P had turkey at 32 cents a pound for turkeys over 20 pounds, and two cans of cranberries cost 39 cents. Jane Parker’s bread cubes cost 27 cents per 12-ounce bag, and eggnog was 59 cents per quart.
Christmastime is busy for the drop offs. If the containers are full please do not leave recyclables on the ground. Make sure no Batteries are in the recycling.
Gift boxes, paper gift bags, & wrapping paper are recyclable (no foil wrapping paper or tissue paper). If boxes & bags are in good condition — save them for another use.
Still Waiting… More Weird Words from “Godot”
n 1989 Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter and George Carlin starred in a low-rent time-travel comedy called Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure Making a virtual institution out of slacker-dude subculture — and providing an indelible lesson in how not to pronounce “Socrates” — the surprise hit generated two B&T sequels: Bogus Journey (1991) and Face the Music (2020).
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It also led to an even more unlikely revival of Samuel Beckett’s classic 1952 play Waiting for Godot — now running on Broadway, with Reeves and Winter as patient but perplexed protagonists Estragon and Vladimir.
Here at Weird Words, we’ve been honoring this theatrical run with oddball vocab from the play — as Beckett shows his love of linguistics while translating his own work from French into English.
spent blathering about nothing in particular. That’s been going on now for half a century.”
This comical line recalls my own principal advice to anyone puzzling over the play: “It’s funny; just try to enjoy it!”
Caryatid (care-ee-A-tid [A as in bag], noun) – A sculptured female figure used as a supporting column. Estragon applies this to both himself and his pal when holding up the weakened Pozzo; since it’s a essentially a statue, this term also reinforces the play’s recurring line, “They do not move.”
Cod – Though it’s pronounced like its homonym referring to a fish, cod is used here in its lesser-known sense — as a British slang verb meaning tease, fool, hoax or trick (“He wants to cod me”). The origin of that sense is uncertain — perhaps from codger
Here are more unusual words from Godot:
Blather (pronounced like gather; noun) – Sure, most folks know this means foolish or nonsensical talk (it’s also a verb for speaking that way). But I’ve included it anyway because it’s fun to use — and also because it basically sums up the play. As Estragon puts it: “Yesterday evening we
In similar fashion, the play also makes a verb of the British slang bollocks, which Beckett renders as the nearly unreadable ballocksed. Perhaps now best known from the title of a Sex Pistols record — and the origin of a long-ago word we covered here (bollix) — this has a crude meaning that you can look up on your own.
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Thanksgiving Thoughts
Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.
Uppermost in the minds and hearts of the people of the United States as they join in tomorrow in the annual festival of Thanksgiving will be gratitude for victory and peace.
After weary years of war, sacrifice, of separation and bitter loss, the great blessing of peace has returned to us. To our God, for the strength that sustained us through our hour of trial, and enabled us to contribute to the victory, we should express our gratitude.
But we should not allow thankfulness to fill our thoughts to an extent that excludes other things to which we should devote our attention.
We should, on this day of closeness to God, ask of Him for the strength we need for the battle which lies ahead of us — the battle to establish in the world the things for which we fought.
We should pray that we would rid ourselves of the faults of greed, hate, striving, fear and over weaning pride, to that in that humility, sincerity, consecrated to a determination to do the will of God, we may be worthy of His gifts and do our part to bring them to all the peoples of the world.
We should pray, above all things, that to the establishment of peace and justice we may devote ourselves as loyally, unselfishly and nobly as we have toward the winning of the war.
Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Christmas Coloring Contest
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merry almost Christmas! You know what that means — it’s time to grab your cocoa, u up a cozy blanket, and shu e over to the Christmas tree for our favorite yearly tradition. Kids, gather ’round! We’ve got something very important to talk about…
Even if the snow hasn’t shown up yet, the holiday spirit has landed in full force — because the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Christmas Fun Coloring Contest is back in Webb Weekly! Time to dig out your crayons, colored pencils, glitter glue, googly eyes, pom-poms… whatever your creative little heart desires. Let those imaginations sleigh the day!
is year, Santa is once again sending three of his most cheerful, chattiest, candy-cane-fueled elves to Williamsport to help us sort, judge, and celebrate all your wonderful entries. Please give a warm welcome to: Twinkle Sugarsocks, Merry Peppermintwhirl and Sprinkle Icicletoes.
ey’ve been buzzing about this contest since July, so please — don’t let these tiny holiday hype-machines down.
And because no great coloring contest is complete without fabulous prizes, here’s what our lucky winners will take home:
Prizes:
• 4th Place: $25 Gi Card to Hooplas
• 5th Place: Two admissions to Treasure Castle Playland
• 6th Place: One admission to Reptiland
• 7th Place: A ball of your choice from Harder Sporting Goods
• 8th Place: Two games + shoe rentals from Harvest Moon Lanes
• 9th Place: Two admissions + skate rental from Trout Pond Park
• 10th Place: $20 Gi Card to the Potting Bench
Coloring pages will appear in the November 26th and December 3rd editions of Webb Weekly. All entries must arrive at Webb Weekly by December 17th so our elf judges can get to work. Winners will be announced in the December 24th edition!
We have three age groups:
• 4 and under
• 5–7
• 8–10
Ten winners will be selected in each group — and as always, one entry per child, pretty please!
So unleash that creativity, sprinkle on the holiday cheer, and send your masterpiece to: Blaise Alexander Christmas Coloring Contest
c/o Webb Weekly
• 1st Place: $200 Gi Card to Flyworld/Kaos
• 2nd Place: $100 Gi Card to Flyworld/ Kaos
• 3rd Place: A sled from Elery Nau Hardware
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Good luck, happy coloring, and may your glitter never spill!
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EVENTS
Complementary anksgiving Day Dinner
What: Complementary anksgiving Day dinner. Delivery is available to Muncy, Montgomery, and Hughesville. Must sign up for delivery. Call the VFW (570) 546-3820 to schedule your delivery or sign up at the bar. Open to the public. Eat in or take out.
When: anksgiving Day, November 27th, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Muncy VFW Post 3428, Rear 12 N. Market St., Muncy.
Jewelry Sale
What: Jennifer Engle jewelry sale. Handcra ed gold jewelry.
When: December 1st-3rd, from 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Williamsport Hospital Tower Lobby.
Jewelry Sale
What: Jennifer Engle jewelry sale. Handcra ed gold jewelry.
When: ursday, December 4th, from 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Divine Providence Lobby.
Whistle Stop Train Show
What: Whistle Stop Electric Train Show. All sizes of train on sale and display. Test track and food and beverages items available. $5.00 admission, kids under 12 are free. Vendor tables available for $20/table. Must have valid PA Tax ID. To reserve a table please call 570-447-9614 or 570-419-3696.
When: Saturday, December 6th, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Woodward Twp. Fire Hall, Linden.
Community Calendar
Model Railroad Open House
What: e Clinton Central Model Railroad Club announces their annual Open House season. Family members of all ages will enjoy the sights and sounds of trains operating on over 2300 feet of mainline and branch track on our large HO scale, Digital Command Control (DCC) layout. Station tours including railroad memorabilia in the museum and model railroad displays will be provided throughout the day and evening Open Houses. Admission and parking are free for all.
When: Tuesday, December 9th from 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, December 20th, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, December 28th, from 1-4 p.m.; Tuesday, December 30th, from 5-8 p.m.; Tuesday, January 6th, from 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, January 17th, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, January 31st, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Clinton Central Model Railroad Club, 15 Logan Ave., Lock Haven.
Fall Food Drive
What: Fall food drive. Rotary Club of Hughesville is accepting donations of non-perishable items. Canned tuna/chicken, vegetables and fruits, dry pasta and rice, cereals, soup, spaghetti, boxed dry potatoes, mac & cheese. We will be accepting donations during our annual tree lighting ceremony. All donations go to the Son-Light House. For more information, please visit our Facebook page.
When: Friday, December 5th, at 7 p.m.
Where: Main Street Square, Hughesville.
Grapevines 101
What: Grapevines need unique care. Learn proper pruning, tips for common pests and diseases, and other tips.
When: Saturday, December 6th, from 10-11:30 a.m.
Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.
Fall Food Drive
What: Fall food drive. Rotary Club of Hughesville is accepting donations of non-perishable items. Canned
tuna/chicken, vegetables and fruits, dry pasta and rice, cereals, soup, spaghetti, boxed dry potatoes, mac & cheese. All donations go to the Son-Light House. For more information please visit our Facebook page.
When: Saturday December 13th, from noon-3 p.m.
Where: TJ Markets, Railroad St., Hughesville.
Garden planning
What: Ah Spring, when our hearts and minds turn to gardening! Of course if you are planning a new ower bed you need to think about this early and make a detailed plan. And then there’s ordering the seeds, plants or bulbs to be delivered at the correct time. oughts of how the mature garden will look is also important! Get help with planning and designing your garden at this workshop.
When: Saturday, January 24th, from 10 a.m.-noon. Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.
Winter Seed Sowing
What: Hands on, Make and Take. Learn how to get a jump start on your gardening in this fun workshop using milk jugs and seeds. Topics include choosing and harvesting native seeds, using common perennial and annual seeds and timing and transplant care. Participants will leave with a planted container ready to sit out in the snow and ready to sprout when warmer days arrive! Cost is $10
When: Saturday, February 7th, from 1-3 p.m.
Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.
CHURCH EVENTS
Christmas Sale
What: Christmas sale of gently used toys and Christmas items.
When: November 15th to December 9th. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, ursday, Friday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Wednesday from 9 a.m.-6:45 p.m., Saturday from 8:30-11:45 a.m. Closed at noon November 26th, closed anksgiving Day, open on Black Friday from 9 a.m.2 p.m. and Saturday, November 29th, from 8:30-11:45
a.m.
Where: West End Christian Community Center, 901 Diamond St., Williamsport.
Thanksgiving Dinner
What: Free Thanksgiving Day dinner. Family style dinner served. Takeouts available.
When: Thursday, November 27th, from noon-3 p.m.
Where: Friends Church in Hughesville.
Community Breakfast
What: Free community breakfast.
When: Saturday, November 29th, from 8-11 a.m., or until food is gone.
Where: First Church of Christ -Disciples, 1250 Almond St., Williamsport.
Worship Service
What: Sermon title: “He will Be Back When You Least Expect It.” Mill Creek is handicap accessible. When: Sunday, November 30th, at 9 a.m. Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville.
Worship Service
What: Sermon title: “He will Be Back When You Least Expect It.” Mill Creek is handicap accessible. When: Sunday, November 30th, at 10:30 a.m. Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Williamsport.
Christmas Hymn Sing
What: Come join us for Christmas Music to celebrate the Birth of Jesus! Light refreshments and fellowship to follow. We are still looking for musicians! When: Saturday, December 6th, at 6 p.m. Where: St. Mark’s Church of Lairdsville, 6456 State Route 118, Lairdsville.
Worship Service
What: Worship Service. e sermon title will be, “Repent for the Kingdom of Heaven has Come Near.” When: Sunday, December 7th, at 9 a.m. Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Road,
Wind Crest Farm Christmas Open House
Saint John’s-Newberry United Methodist Church invites families to explore A Night in Bethlehem on Sunday, November 30 • 6:00 – 8:00pm
This free come-and-go event invites families to make their way through shops and hear the Christmas Story. This interactive event will have opportunities for both children and adults to enjoy hands-on experiences, create crafts and have a snack, all while learning about Jesus. This will take place in the church located at 2101 Newberry Street, Williamsport. For more information please call (570) 326-5569.
Montoursville. Mill Creek is handicap accessible.
Worship Service
What: Worship service. The sermon title will be, “Repent for the Kingdom of Heaven has Come Near.”
When: Sunday, December 7th, at 10:30 a.m. World Communion Sunday will be celebrated, Bethel is handicap accessible.
Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport. Bethel is Handicapped accessible.
Living Nativity
What: A living Nativity. This is a free event but reservations are required. Please visit: https://www.lycomingcentre.org/.
When: December 13th & 14th, from 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: Lycoming Centre Presbyterian Church, 656 West Creek Rd., Cogan Station.
MEETINGS
General Membership Meeting
What: General Membership meeting of the Friends of the James V. Brown Library. New officers and directors of the Friends of the Library will be elected, and committees will give annual reports. All members of the Friends of the JV Brown Library are encouraged to attend. Reservations are required. Call 570-322-6986 for reservations.
When: Tuesday, December 2nd, at 5:15 p.m.
Where: Lowry Room, Third Floor, Welch Family Wing of the library. Public parking lot is adjacent to the site.
GriefShare
What: GriefShare – New 13-week session begins. Phone: 570-546-8030.
When: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., beginning September 16th.
Where: First United Methodist Church, 602 S. Market St., Muncy.
Legion Auxiliary Meeting
What: Hughesville American Legion Auxiliary Unit 35 monthly meeting.
When: Second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Where: Glenn Sharrow American Legion, 76 N Main St., Hughesville.
NAMI Meeting
What: NAMI is hosting a monthly mental health support group connecting friends, families and individuals impacted by mental illness.
When: The 2nd Wednesday of each month from 6:307:30 p.m.
Where: 1st floor boardroom of Divine Providence Hospital, 1100 Grampian Blvd, Williamsport.
Legion Meeting
What: Muncy American Legion Auxiliary Unit 268 monthly meeting.
When: Last Monday of the Month at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Roland Ritter American Legion Post 268, 515 Legion Rd., Muncy.
Domestic Violence Support
What: Domestic Violence Support Group suggested for anyone 21 years of age and older who have experienced Domestic Violence.
When: First Tuesday of each month from noon-1 p.m., and the third Wednesday of each month from 5:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Where: YWCA Northcentral PA, Park Room, 815 W. Fourth St., Williamsport.
West Branch Pride
What: West Branch Pride.
When: Monthly meeting, 3rd Tuesday of the month, at 7 p.m.
Where: YWCA Williamsport.
ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS
Independent Rock Project
What: Independent Rock Project playing horn rock and Motown.
When: Wednesday, November 26th, at 6 p.m.
Where: Polish Club, 2009 Boyd St., Williamsport.
Phil Reeded Solo Guitar
What: Phil Reeder solo guitar playing acoustic eclectic.
When: Saturday, November 29th, at 7 p.m.
Where: Forty & Eight #903, 1098 Renovo Rd., Lock Haven.
DECEMBER 2025 EVENTS
Basin Street #15, Williamsport Behind Petro’s
As I lay there that night a er everyone le , I just had goosebumps. God had his hand in every single detail of that day. ere is so much that happened that I wish I could share everything. I’m cutting some things out so it’s not a book.
I just kept thanking God over and over again. e fact that I was still wide awake was wild. For the rst time that day, I picked up my phone. It was then again that I felt such gratitude for everyone who was reaching out. Wow, I was blessed with so many wonderful people in my life.
I slept decently that evening, given that I was in the hospital. Chris came out to be with me right away in the morning, and I was home by 1 p.m. I got a hot shower, put on my warm cozy robe, and cuddled in the recliner where I fell fast asleep. (I, of course, had help with all this, but a shower was so needed a er needing to pee in
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a bedpan three times a er surgery because I wasn’t allowed out of bed for four hours. ey were pushing uids on me hard!
Guys, I never heard a thing until my husband came home with dinner from the OG from the Bareto family at 6 p.m. that night.
It’s like I had died.
Surgery had o cially caught up to me. I had some weird dizzy spells that weekend and just continued to sleep the next ve days. I didn’t know how I could sleep so much, and how well I was sleeping!! I give all the credit to Jesus. I slept 10 hours straight on my rst night home. Ten hours STRAIGHT!!! Who does that a er a serious surgery? My God. at’s who! I really didn’t know what to expect a er this surgery. How I would feel. How I would sleep. Could I feel the pacemaker under my skin? I was sooo worried about this that I never even thought about it working inside me.
e thumps and kicks I felt a er surgery. e adjustment my body would have to make is having this foreign object inside me now. e doctor said my heart was enlarged because it has worked so hard for so long that it has grown muscle. I mean, I’ve been working for years trying to grow muscle, not knowing my heart was getting muscular, but not in a good way.
Today, three weeks post op, I’m feeling good. My incision looks amazing, and I swear you can’t even tell I have one under my skin. My doctor nailed it! I’m still pretty sore and constantly so tired, but they say this will come with time. My heart has to get stronger now, and the meds I’m on don’t help with fatigue. But you know what I am? I’m happy; so happy.
It’s done. I’m here.
I’m alive.
is anksgiving season, I am thanking God over and over again for the people in my life. I witnessed something so extraordinary through this surgery. e generosity, kindness, and thoughtfulness of people were unreal. I’m truly blessed with the best and so incredibly thankful! ank you to each one of you who prayed for me. e power of it was re-
markable!
Now to jump into some kinda BIG NEWS! Remember in January when I said it was going to be a big year for me, that I had a surprise up my sleeve, and that I would share later in the year? Well, those dreams came true even with my health battle this year. I was afraid to say something because I didn’t get it done in time. But here I am, hitting the time period I wanted to release it. Yes, I am thrilled to announce the release of my second cookbook!!
You read that right.
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Andrea’s Country Home Cookin’ The Grateful Table: Volume Two, will drop this December!!
This isn’t just a cookbook. In this book, you will read heartfelt family stories, sprinkles of inspiration, bible verses, and other fun things in the pages. It has 125 recipes, over 45 colored photos, and 130 pages designed to bring your family around the table.
I’ll be hosting a special premiere event at Rust and Shine in Williamsport, mid-December, where you can
be among the first to get your hands on a copy. These first copies will be signed, and I will be there to greet you!
Almost fifteen years have passed since my first cookbook, and this one represents not just recipes but a labor of love, countless prayers, and a deep desire to remind families that the best moments happen when we gather around the table.
More details about the premiere event and how to order are coming soon!
Thank you for walking this journey
with me through the pages of the Webb Weekly. Your support means the world to me!! I can’t wait for you to see it!
From my kitchen to yours, may your table always be filled with love, laughter, and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. I am thankful for you! Great, easy and delicious recipe for Thanksgiving as an appetizer for your guests!
Crockpot Cheesy Corn Dip
Ingredients:
• 3 cans (15 oz. each) whole kernel corn, drained
• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/3 cup Monterey jack, shredded
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
• 1/2 red pepper, sliced and diced
Directions:
Spray a 6 qt slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
Add corn, mayo, pepper jack, shredded cheeses, red pepper, salt and pepper to slow cooker and stir to combine.
Top with cubed cream cheese, cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours.
Stir well and serve with crackers or tortilla chips.
County Hall Corner: Simply Human
By Blair Steward
s families gather around tables this anksgiving season, we have an opportunity to remember what truly matters: gratitude, connection, and the simple act of caring for one another. e warmth of shared meals and familiar faces reminds us that our common humanity transcends the arti cial divisions we have created in our society.
Political arguments during holiday gatherings have become an unfortunate tradition, but perhaps this year we can choose di erently. e constant bickering over party lines serves no constructive purpose and only weakens the bonds that hold our communities together. Political parties represent self-imposed divisions in our own society. We created these barriers ourselves, and we possess the power to look beyond them.
e Lycoming County Commissioners demonstrated this principle beautifully during their November 13th meeting, focusing on practical solutions rather than partisan posturing. eir collaborative approach shows that people with di erent perspectives can work together e ectively when they prioritize serving constituents over scoring political points.
Working as a team bene ts our community and our county in ways that transcend any single political ideology. When we focus on shared goals like safe neighborhoods, quality infrastructure, and economic opportunity, the path forward becomes clearer. ese objectives require practical solutions, not ideological purity tests.
Fair taxation represents one area where teamwork produces better outcomes than partisan ghting. Ensuring that everyone pays their appropriate share creates the foundation for funding essential services and community programs. is principle applies equally to individuals, businesses, and institutions within our county.
Educational institutions, particularly,
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should contribute meaningfully to the communities that support them. When organizations promise partnership but fail to deliver on those commitments, it re ects poorly on their stated values. A recent example illustrates this disconnect perfectly: Penn College alum services rejected a $5,000 donation intended for the Covenant House to combat homelessness in our community. At the same time, Penn State Main Campus found $50,000,000 to re their head football coach.
is contrast highlights misplaced priorities that plague many large insti-
tutions. e rejected donation amount would not have covered textbook costs for a single semester, yet it could have provided meaningful assistance to homeless individuals in our area. Meanwhile, the coaching buyout represents resources that could have funded countless community programs addressing fundamental human needs.
ese examples demonstrate how institutional thinking o en loses sight of human impact. When we prioritize public relations over public service, spectacle over substance, we fail the communities we claim to serve. Educational institu-
tions, especially, should model the values they teach, including civic responsibility and community engagement. But rather than dwelling on institutional failures, we can choose to focus on individual actions that create positive change. Every family gathering this season presents an opportunity to model the behavior we want to see in our broader community. When relatives express di erent political views, we can listen respectfully rather than arguing defensively.
entire communities.
Our county bene ts tremendously when residents engage constructively rather than destructively. Projects move forward more e ciently when stakeholders focus on shared objectives rather than partisan di erences. Economic development thrives when businesses see stable, collaborative leadership rather than constant political drama.
e upcoming holiday season o ers perfect timing for recommitting to this collaborative spirit. As we express gratitude for our blessings, we can also acknowledge our responsibility to contribute positively to community life. anksgiving reminds us that individual prosperity depends partly on collective well-being.
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is practice builds the skills necessary for e ective community engagement. If we cannot nd common ground with people we love, how can we expect to work productively with neighbors who hold di erent perspectives? Holiday tables become training grounds for the kind of civic discourse our democracy requires.
Children watching these interactions learn valuable lessons about handling disagreement. When adults demonstrate that relationships matter more than winning arguments, young people absorb those priorities. ey see that love transcends political a liation and that family bonds survive ideological di erences. ese lessons extend naturally into community involvement. Neighbors who practice respectful dialogue at home bring those same skills to school board meetings, town halls, and volunteer organizations. e ripple e ects of choosing grace over grievance spread throughout
Simple human kindness o en produces the most profound results. Choosing patience over anger, understanding over judgment, and cooperation over con ict creates the foundation for addressing complex challenges like homelessness, economic development, and infrastructure improvement.
When we work together as neighbors rather than adversaries, we honor the best traditions of both our community and our democratic system. e solutions we seek o en lie not in partisan victory but in shared commitment to the common good.
is anksgiving, let us choose gratitude over grievance, unity over division, and hope over cynicism.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
I hope you’re getting ready to spend some quality time with close friends and loved ones. Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays, because I know it means a family get-together — and another one soon to follow when Christmas rolls around.
Every year, I try to enjoy Thanksgiving for what it is: a chance to slow down, be present, and celebrate the traditions that make this season special.
The truth is, each Thanksgiving looks a little different as you grow, and if you
think back far enough, they’ve changed a lot over the years. Sometimes that hits me harder than I expect. I can’t help but get a little teary-eyed thinking about the people who are no longer sitting around the table “crushing” some turkey with us.
But then I remind myself of something important: those loved ones wouldn’t want us sitting around feeling sad. They’d want us to laugh, to enjoy the day, to take an extra scoop of gravy in their honor, and to celebrate simply being together.
Here are a few ideas — and hey, they’re just ideas — to help you have the best
Thanksgiving ever this year:
Start with a prayer. Thank God for bringing everyone together, and take a moment to pray for the loved ones who couldn’t be there. No politics at the Thanksgiving table. Seriously — it’s not worth the argument or the awkward silence that follows. Don’t bite at the “red meat” someone tosses out to get a reaction. Just enjoy the time together.
Put football on. I mean… It’s Thanksgiving. There has to be football playing in the background.
Share Christmas ideas. This is the perfect time to lay some groundwork about what you want for Christmas — everyone’s already in the same room!
Thank the chef. Shoutout to my Uncle Brian, my mother-in-law, and my mom for making some bomb food. It’s a multihour process — just for people to crush it in 30 minutes. Me? Fifteen. You all are the real MVPs.
Make your dog a plate. Yes, they’re part of the family. Make sure your fourlegged friends get some Thanksgiving turkey, too!
Set an over/under on how many times your grandma offers dessert. I’m set-
ting 3.5 on my Nana, letting us know there’s confetti cake — and guess what? Every time she says it, I’ll think about getting more.
Call your nap spot. Nothing hits like that post-turkey nap with football on and the smell of pumpkin pie in the air. I call the corner of my parents’ couch — with Buck curled up on my legs.
Do a “Cranberry Sauce Loyalty Test.” Team canned vs. team homemade. Unfortunately for this one, I’m team canned. My brother-in-law and I eat way too much of it — no regrets.
Appoint a “Cousin Captain.” Their job is to keep all cousins in line… which guarantees they will do the opposite. I nominate Gage. He knows how to get a party going. He also knows ball — if you need any stats or info, he’s your guy. I hope you enjoyed reading this list, and even more, that it gets you ready for the best Thanksgiving ever. Be safe if you’re heading out the night before — it might be the most fun night of the year, but don’t drink and drive. Call a family member and let them come pick you up. And one thing that sometimes gets overlooked: have a Friendsgiving! Get your friends together and celebrate each other’s company. It’s another chance to slow down, laugh, and enjoy the people God has placed in your life.
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” ~ Psalm 107:1
Jimmy Webb III
Wouldn’t that Be a Great Thanksgiving?
is the sixth article in The Five Big Questions of
In review, we are on a quest to answer five questions: Who am I? Why am I here? What am I missing? What is truth? What must I do? Before proposing answers, we have taken time to discuss the quest for truth, the spiritual instinct placed in us by God, the power of belief, and two cautions regarding belief — which leads us to today’s topic. The ability to believe is truly powerful. Power, however, is a tool that can be used for good or for evil. As people of belief (that’s what Christians are, and the reason we are called believers), it is our greatest responsibility to be certain that what we believe is true. The only way we can establish that certainty is to diligently question
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what we believe. Remember, belief is a bridge that gaps the span between what we know and what we do not know yet. That fact should keep us humble.
Believers have nothing to fear in questioning their beliefs. If careful inspection reveals that our bridges of belief have integrity, then our faith is strengthened and our confidence rises. If questioning exposes cracks and instability, then we can open our hearts to new understanding. We do this through research and reasoned, respectful debate. As I cautioned in a previous article, if you are not willing to follow the truth where it leads, then you are not free – you are in bondage to dogma.
Dogma is a belief or a set of beliefs identified by an “authority” as being so incontrovertibly true that they cannot be questioned. All forms of belief – such as science, secular
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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
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MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
November 24
Sweet & sour chicken, buttered noodles, broccoli & cauliflower, fresh peach
Lighter Fare
Ham, turkey, Swiss with lettuce leaf, whole grain bread, peaches, fresh banana
December 1
Cheddar cheese omelet, hot spiced peaches, diced beets, fresh orange, whole grain bread
Lighter Fare
Turkey & provolone with lettuce leaf, whole grain bread, cottage cheese with apple butter, pepper slaw, fresh orange
November 25
Meatball sub with hoagie roll, creamy pesto rotini, peas & cauliflower, fresh apple
Lighter Fare chicken salad, croissant, pickled beet salad, Mandarin oranges, sugar cookie
December 2
Salisbury steak with mushroom gravy, halushkie, peas with pearl onions, pineapple
Lighter Fare
Crispy chicken salad with ranch dressing, Mandarin oranges, pepper slaw, dinner roll
November 26
Baked scalloped ham, scalloped potatoes, peas & carrots, fruit cocktail, whole wheat bread
Lighter Fare
Turkey & provolone with lettuce leaf, whole grain bread, cottage cheese with apple butter, pepper slaw, fresh orange
December 3
Chicken marsala, mashed potatoes, rivera blend vegetables, gelatin with fruit, dinner roll
Lighter Fare
Italian hoagie with hoagie roll, creamy coleslaw, Mandarin oranges
December 4
Pork & pea carbonara, buttered noodles, lemon pepper vegetables, baby carrots, whole grain bread
Lighter Fare
Beef vegetable soup, tuna salad wrap with lettuce leaf, baby carrots, fresh pear Mandarin oranges
December 5
Mexican taco with tortilla wrap, corn with pimentos, Spanish beans, romaine with shredded cheese & taco sauce
Lighter Fare
Ham salad, whole grain bread, carrot raisin salad, banana pudding, orange
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humanism, religion, and atheism, to name a few – are vulnerable to dogmatism. A dogmatist is a believer who has shut down their willingness to question what they believe. If their defense of dogma over truth continues unabated, they will progress from dogmatics to ideologues to radicals. It is a destructive evolution that produces sharp division and even acts of violence. Remember, belief leads to action. This is why we must leave our hearts and minds open to new information. Because belief leads to action, it is wise to test beliefs before acting on them. Do the research to reveal the rock of knowledge and the gap of the unknown we are trying to span. Clearly identify and inspect the bridges you build. Seek wise and experienced counselors and invite them to scrutinize your beliefs. Allow them to challenge your assumptions, the length of your bridges, the destinations you are pursuing, and the people who could be adversely affected by the actions your beliefs
produce. Respectfully listen to their perspective and add it to the calculus of your decision-making. This is what those on the quest for truth do.
We are about to celebrate Thanksgiving in the midst of a world sharply divided by political, scientific, and religious ideologues. They seek to divide us because they want the power of our vote or our money – or both. They insist that their truth is incontrovertibly true – that it cannot be challenged or debated. They are wrong. Again, all belief bridges a gap between what we know and what we do not know yet. Those bridges must be debated respectfully as we seek the freedom of truth over the bondage of dogmatism.
Why would we allow dogmatic ideologues to separate us from the people we love? Maybe it’s because some of us have abandoned the quest for truth. Maybe we have become dogmatic ideologues – or even radicals. Take a good look in the mirror and ask yourself, “Is defending my dogma worth losing the love and
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angrily and arrogantly. Who knows, maybe everyone around the table will grow in
and knowledge as each one carefully and humbly seeks truth over dogma. Wouldn’t that be a great Thanksgiving?
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Jersey Shore Care and Share Helps Feed the Community
By Dave Bellomo
Anyone who has been on social media or watched the news has heard about the recent backand-forth over the government’s efforts to approve a budget, which directly affected the SNAP program. SNAP, which stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, was formerly known as Food Stamps and was designed to help low-income households buy food. When government spending was frozen, SNAP
benefits stopped going out to families and made it very difficult for some people to afford food. This is where organizations like Shore Care and Share step up to help those in need.
It is estimated that the recent government shutdown affected over 2 million PA residents, including 713,000 children and 697,000 older adults. In addition, the statewide rate of food insecurity is 11.9% with rates of almost 18% in some counties. The average rate for children in Pennsylvania is 16.9%. Rural counties
typically experience a disproportionately higher rate of food insecurity.
Recent policy changes have exacerbated the issue of food insecurity.
In July of 2025, federal mandates put 132,000 Pennsylvanians at risk of losing their food benefits. In addition, food costs have risen, and only about half of those facing hunger in Pennsylvania qualify for SNAP benefits. To address food insecurity, the volunteers of Jersey Shore Care and Share, based in Jersey Shore, are working hard to ensure that no one goes hungry. “Since the beginning of November, the number of households we serve has increased,” said Rev. Dr. Kerry Aucker, Pastor of St. John and St. James Lutheran Churches. “Our Monday Pantry Choice doubled from 15 to 30 households. The total number of households served jumped from 240 to 302. Emergency requests increased from one to five households per week. After SNAP benefits were sent to clients, the number this past Monday dropped from 30 to 25 households. Our worries are for the future; however, 65% of our clients receive SNAP benefits. The majority of the clients we serve are over 60 years old. We are already hearing stories of people whose
SNAP benefits have been discontinued.”
When asked how their operation can handle such a large volume of need, Auker responded, “Jersey Shore Care and Share is staffed by over 150 volunteers from 27 churches around the area and from the community. We have no paid staff and little overhead. Our volunteers are what make this outreach possible, and they do a terrific job. We have very gifted volunteers, and if you need anything, there is always someone available to jump in and accomplish a task. Our mission is to make sure no one goes hungry, and we are trying to do our best to accomplish that goal.” When asked if he has noticed a difference in food and monetary donations relative to the recent government shutdown, Reverend Auker responded, “Donations of food and money from businesses, churches, charitable organizations, and individuals have increased, but so have the numbers of households that are in need. We are keeping up with demand, but the selection of food we offer is limited due to cost or availability. For example, meat is very limited currently due to the cost.” In addition, Reverend Auker said that the recent freeze of SNAP benefits increased the awareness of food security in our region. “A lot of people were not aware of the SNAP program or what used to be known as food stamps. Some people also hold stereotypes about people who receive SNAP. The pause in funding and the publicity educated the public about hunger needs and the benefits of the
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SNAP program. For example, one in nine households receives SNAP. In our area, a lot of SNAP recipients are seniors. Rising food costs, inflation, and utility costs force the elderly to choose between medicine, utilities, or food. Our goal is to supplement their food needs with healthy, nutritious foods.” John Yingling, board member and public information coordinator, added, “I would like to mention that hunger or an empty pantry or refrigerator is not a seasonal occurrence, but a year-round problem that together we can all address with outreach and compassion.”
Jersey Shore Care and Share Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that provides food pantry and distribution services to those experiencing food insecurity or shortages to assist with proper nutrition and health. Located at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 229 South Broad Street in Jersey Shore, their motto, “God’s work, our hands,” is put into service for residents of the Jersey Shore community and surrounding areas.
Jersey Shore Care and Share offers a drive-through food pantry on the 2nd Friday of each month from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., usually rain or shine. In this type of distribution, individuals or their designated proxy can remain in their vehicles and drive through the distribution point to receive at least one box of shelf-stable items, meats, produce, breadstuffs, and other items. Patrons can register on the day of the event when they enter the distribution line. In addition,
Pantry Choice is held every Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For this style of service, patrons can walk through a designated area and select items, just like in a supermarket. As with the drivethrough, patrons can register on the day of the event.
Currently, Jersey Shore Care and Share is accepting donations of turkeys for their December 12th distribution. They also need 16 oz. jars of peanut butter for November and canned fruit packed in water for December. In addition, the organization is participating in the Feed a Friend collection program, with collection boxes at Dollar General stores in Jersey Shore, Avis, and Nippenose Valley. Shelf-stable food items collected by this program will be distributed to persons in need in our local service area. The Feed a Friend program will be open through early December.
Tax-deductible donations can be made payable to Jersey Shore Care and Share, Inc., and mailed to the organization at 229 Broad Street, Jersey Shore, PA 17740. In addition to monetary donations, the pantry relies heavily on donated food. Additional donation offerings, distribution activities, and times will be announced as they are confirmed. Please check their Facebook page or visit their website for additional information at https://jerseyshorecareandshare.com or call 570-916-1317 or 570-360-0178, Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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“Ding! Dong! Merrily on High…” Repasz Band Holiday Concert, December 9th
By Joseph W. Smith III
ingle Bells.” “Silver Bells.” “Carol of the Bells.” “I Heard the Bells….” Hmm — are you noticing a pattern here?
Yes, along with angels, shepherds, stars and kings, bells seems to be a favored motif in holiday music.
And if you want to hear what Edgar Allan Poe so fetchingly called “the tintinnabulation that so musically wells” — well, the Repasz Band’s annual holiday concert is the place to be on Dec. 9.
Not only does the program focus on bell-related songs, but also, for two tunes the band will be joined onstage by the handbell choir from Covenant Central Presbyterian Church in Williamsport.
Slated for 7:30 p.m. at the city’s Community Arts Center, the concert is — as always with Repasz — free and open to the public.
“Bells are a festive symbol of Christmas joy and a central part of its decorations and music,” says Repasz conductor Je Dent. “Bells call us to gather, to
worship, to celebrate and especially to the Christmas holidays.
“During the Victorian era, it became a popular tradition to go caroling with small handbells or to play tunes on bells alone,” Dent adds. “Today, bells continue to be an important part of Christmas services and are used in ceremonial and festive singing to spread messages of peace and goodwill.”
With this in mind, Repasz will perform several varying renditions of the popular Ukrainian bell carol — otherwise known as “Carol of the Bells.” is includes a lively arrangement of the beloved Mannheim Steamroller version, as well as a vigorous Julie Giroux mashup called “What Child Is at Playing Carol of the Bells?”
Giroux’s similarly energetic “Hark ose Jingle Bells Are Smokin’” is also on the program — along with Percy Faith’s 1950 samba “Brazilian Sleighbells.”
Other selections include a medley with “I Saw ree Ships” and “Ding! Dong! Merrily on High”; another with “Westminster Chimes” and “ e Merry Bells All Ring”; a spoken-word reading (accompanied by the band)
from Longfellow’s “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day”; “Jingle Bell Rock” and two different versions of “Jingle Bells”; plus the German-flavored “Froehliche Weihnachten,” loaded with tinkling, ringing and bonging bells from the percussion section.
As always, the program will include “The Star-Spangled Banner,” finishing off with the world-famous “Repasz Band March.”
While Dent will conduct those pieces and several others, he will also pass the baton to Assistant Conductor Jessica Lewis and Associate Conductor Theo Lentz for several of the songs.
The Dec. 9 concert is sponsored by
Journey Bank and the Williamsport Sun-Gazette (at the “quartet” level); UMPC and “a friend” (“duet”); and, at the highest level, Lycoming Engines. Fittingly, this concert also features “Lycoming Motor March,” a tune that Williamsport native and Repasz trumpeter John Hazel wrote in honor of this very company over 100 years ago.
Founded in 1831, Repasz is currently heading for its 200th anniversary. A robust summer 2026 program is in the works, preceded by the ensemble’s annual spring concert — this year slated for April 7 at the CAC.
More information is available at repaszband.org.
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How to Wear Western Boots
With the current rise in popularity of cowboy boots, the question has arisen: how do you wear a western-style boot without going full cowgirl? Or at least that’s the question that comes to my mind. Full disclosure, I’m a city slicker, so there’s not really an authentic reason for me to wear cowboy boots. And I gather for most folks, there’s not a functional purpose to this boot style. However, the fashionable purpose should be accessible to everyone who wants to put on a western spin on their fall and winter looks this season. Let’s explore how to incorporate the cowboy boot trend while still maintaining your authentic personal style.
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her royal and off-duty style and has been photographed wearing cowboy boots on occasion. Taking a cue from her, I’d style a boot like Frye & Co.’s Irene Boot in cognac with a tucked-in jean and blazer. A straight-leg jean, of course, with a crewneck sweater and a houndstooth blazer, takes the cowboy boot into a preppy aesthetic, which is ironic when you think of the British influence on such an American notion as the cowboy. But that kind of contrast is how to make this trend work in line with your personal everyday aesthetic.
I don’t think anyone would argue that Princess Diana is one of the all-time fashion icons of the 20th century. She’s inspired so many with
A brown boot also plays against type, but still works, when it’s part of a bohemian look. The boho and cowboy styles have a lot in common: suede, fringe, and independent spirits. So, go ahead and pair the Frye & Co.’s boots with a dress like Three Bird Nest’s Wila Maxi for a freespirited outfit. Add gold jewelry and
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a suede (better if it’s fringed) jacket for an even more romantic look. Continue leaning into the romantic side of the cowboy by pairing a black boot like Ariat’s Heritage R Toe Western Boot with a printed dress. The boots toughen up the dress, while the dress feminizes the boot. Add some polish with a leather belt and silver earrings to further play with contrasting aesthetics. Or go the opposite route of romance and bring some edge to a black boot by wearing it with a favorite band tee and a leather topper with tuckedin jeans. You can also do this with leggings, an oversized tee with a leather biker or bomber style jacket.
If brown and black sound too boring, embrace color with The Sadie boot by Tecovas in olive. The metallic sheen on these boots makes them primed for a party. Wear them with dark flared jeans and a velvet going-out top with gold jewelry. Or go for something more glamorous and pair these boots with Banana Republic Factory’s Godet Mini Dress in burgundy, topped off with a long trench or overcoat for a night on the
town.
If jeans and minidresses aren’t up your style alley, then consider taking a cowboy boot to the office. Try a shorter-shafted western boot like Dolce Vita’s Slim Pointed Toe Bootie with a flared trouser and crisp blouse. The pointed toe and flare will work to give you a longer and leaner silhouette. And for this outfit, I like the idea of a tie-front blouse like Mango’s Tie Next Textured Shirt in Chocolate or Sky Blue. The volume and flair of the tie are a kind of nod to Western-style shirts with bigger collars and frills.
If your personal style is already western-inspired, you can still keep your boots on while stepping out of your comfort zone with some of these outfit ideas. If you’re intrigued by western boots but are not in the market to go full cowgirl, then hopefully some of these styling options will inspire you. However, if you’re ready to go full in on the cowboy boot trend, then pick up a curved brim hat, a big buckled belt, and pair up your jeans with a denim jacket, yee haw!
The Roving Sportsman… Black Bear and Its Many Uses
The Pennsylvania statewide regular rearms season for black bear has just ended, yet there are still some opportunities to take a black bear with a bow or rearm all the way up to December 6, 2025. e applicable weapon and the exact dates of the upcoming seasons vary according to the appropriate WMU, so check the Hunting and Trapping Digest to verify just where and with what weapon you can still hunt black bears.
For those hunters who are already successful this year, as well as anyone who might travel to another state or Canadian Province and take a black bear, there may be a few questions about what to do with such a trophy. Let’s take a look at the many uses of such an animal.
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When most hunters think of a black bear, they picture a black bear rug – and that’s certainly a great option. Depending on the available space in your home to display a bear mount, you could also consider either a full-life-size mount standing on the oor or mounted to the wall, or a head-andshoulders mount displayed on the wall. e actual color of the bear may also in uence the nal choice, since frequently a black bear may have a white patch of hair on the front of its neck, or perhaps you might be really lucky enough to take a color phase of a black bear, which could range from blond
to chocolate!
Don’t forget the skull
One of the more unique and very interesting ways to preserve the memory of the hunt is to display the skull a er it has been properly preserved. Many hunters will do their own work and clean the skull by boiling it to remove any unwanted tissue. Use caution when using this process, as overboiling the skull can weaken the bone, causing it to ake over time or the teeth to loosen. In recent years, however, various area taxidermists employ the use of beetles to clean the skull. is truly is the better way to clean the skull.
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Whenever I think of eating bear meat, I quickly recall my rst encounter. I was just a kid and needed to prepare something for lunch. In the refrigerator, I discovered a bear chop from a bear my grandfather had taken that year, and decided to fry it in a cast-iron skillet with lard. It did not sit well and did not stay in my stomach for long, causing me to avoid bear meat for many years later.
en, fortunately, at an annual game dinner at a nearby hunting club, that all changed for the better. ere were appetizers made from various sh, fowl, and wild game that numerous hunters had taken, and for the main course, there was an option of sliced meat from wild turkey,
whitetail deer, or black bear. I was surprised to see that the bear meat was the rst to go. Everyone loved it – including me! Now it is a favorite of mine when slowly roasted, made into a breakfast sausage, or used as the main ingredient in stews or chili. e hind quarters can be brined, cured, and smoked just like those of a pig, and the backstraps turn out great when prepared as pastrami. When processing the meat, you should also consider canning some of the meat for later use in soups or chili. e fat is an added bonus.
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Most folks would simply never consider it, but bear fat is extremely useful in several ways. Rendering the bear fat to its useable consistency is a fairly simple process. Carefully trim as much fat as possible
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from the carcass and put it in a large pot, and melt it down at a low temperature –there is no need to bring it to a boil. Strain the liquid through cheesecloth, and the resultant bear tallow can be stored in quart or pint jars. Some folks use this rendered fat to help waterproof their leather boots. Even better, it can be used in cooking just like bacon grease or beef tallow. In fact, Steven Rinella, the well-known writer and TV personality known as the “Meateater,” is on record as saying he would be happy to do all of his frying in bear tallow!
Almost all of a black bear, from the hide to the skull, meat, and fat, is usable in many ways, and by doing so, you show a great respect for this, one of Pennsylvania’s most revered trophy game animals.
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ennsylvania’s statewide archery bear season ran from October 18-25, and the muzzleloader season statewide was from October 23-25. Of course, the regular statewide firearms season opened this past Saturday, the 22nd, and ends on the 25th. There is also extended firearms hunting from November 29-December 13 in WMUS 2B, 5B, 5C, and 5D, and extended firearms hunting in WMUS 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 4C, 4E, and 5A from November 29-December 6. Clearly, the opportunities to hunt bears in Pennsylvania have greatly increased over the years since bear hunting season was only one day long in 1982 and ended up going to three days long in 1986. I recently delved into some of our bear-hunting history and was surprised by how much it has changed. If you go back to 1925, there were only 470 bears tagged, and it wasn’t until 1989 that those numbers hit 2,000. When you look at Pennsylvania’s top
25 bear harvests, which range from over 2,362 to 4,657, they have all occurred since 1998. As I already mentioned, the opportunities to hunt bears in our state have obviously greatly increased, no doubt contributing to the increased numbers in the harvest rate. It’s also true that bears have increased their territory and bears have become much more adaptable, and that’s obvious by how much they are seen roaming around even in suburban areas. While the northern half of the state no doubt has the greatest number of bears, it’s also true that a good number inhabit the southern portion of the state.
If you look at bear harvest numbers last year by county, as expected, Lycoming County is right up there with 148, but Clinton County came in with 163. Other counties with good numbers were Bradford County (133), Potter (109), Luzerne (95), Monroe (93), Pike (85), McKean (78), and Sullivan (75). These counties offer some heavily
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wooded bear cover, significant public hunting land, and, no doubt, a good number of serious bear hunters, helping to drive up their harvest rates.
Not only does Pennsylvania offer a good number of bears, but we also have some of the biggest bears in the country. Our average male black bear will go around 200 pounds, while a female will usually come in a bit over the 150-pound mark during the first three years. By the time our bears reach the four-year mark, a male will weigh over 400 pounds, and a female will weigh a bit over 200 pounds. In 2024,
Pennsylvania’s largest bear weighed 774 pounds, and six others weighed over 600 pounds. A couple of weeks ago, someone showed me a video of a bear I would have estimated at around 400 pounds roaming not far from his treestand. How much do you want to bet that that bear won’t be at that same spot come the regular firearms season? So, what are your chances of success? According to the Game Commission, less than 2 percent of the licensed bear hunters will end up with a bear. Who knows, maybe you will be part of that 2 percent this year.
Happy Thanksgiving
Although I do not recall when I first heard the rationale, but it has stuck in my head each year when Thanksgiving rolls around. It references Thanksgiving being the best holiday of the year because ‘you don’t have to buy gifts, just eat and sit around and watch football all day.’
While that was never the Pilgrims’ intent 404 years ago, the annual gathering of family and friends on this late November day includes many of these same rudimentary ingredients.
For everyone born after World War II, NFL football and a huge turkey spread have been a Thanksgiving staple since 1945; however, the first Turkey Day game was actually played eleven years earlier.
The Detroit Lions established the first Thanksgiving game in 1934, the first season they played in Detroit. Their owner, George Richards, a local radio executive, wanted the team to play on the holiday to bring more fans to the stadium.
The Detroit Tigers were the most popular sports team at the time, and Richards thought this game could get more fans to watch the Lions.
The game was a sellout, and the Lions lost a close 19-16 game to the Chicago Bears,
but Richards had attracted 94 radio stations to broadcast the game. The game was so popular that it became a permanent part of the schedule, disrupted only during the years of World War II.
In the 1960s, when NFL TV viewership was rapidly growing, the league wanted to add a second holiday game, and unknowingly, I sat in on TV history in 1966.
At the time, I was a student at the University of Houston, and so many miles from home, Thanksgiving loomed as a lonely day in the dorms, as the campus had been vacated by homebound travelers. A few days earlier, I became aware of a program that invited students to sign up to be matched with Houstonarea households to be ‘adopted’ for the day, and I received notice of the family I would be visiting.
On Thanksgiving morning, I was met on campus by my host family. On the ride to their home, the husband asked if I was a football fan. Replying, I was, and my favorite team was the Baltimore Colts, I received a stern rebuff. ‘Today, you’ll be a fan of the Dallas Cowboys,’ I was told. At-the-time Dallas president Tex Schramm volunteered the Cowboys to
play the second game of the day, so long as the team could host the game each year. So, on that 1966 anksgiving Day, in the home of a family I had just met, I combined a TV rst, a great homecooked meal, and my christening as a Dallas Cowboy fan.
e Cowboys won that anksgiving game 26-14 over the Cleveland Browns and will continue that tradition when they play the Kansas City Chiefs on ursday. e Lions have played 84 anksgiving games and will host the Green Bay Packers this year over whom they hold a 12-9-1 Turkey Day record.
e Jacksonville Jaguars are the only active NFL franchise to have never played on anksgiving. ree teams have only played once: the Carolina Panthers, Cincinnati Bengals, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Carolina (1-0), the Baltimore Ravens, and Houston, Texas (2-0) are undefeated on Turkey Day, while the Cleveland Browns are a winless 0-3.
While anksgiving was celebrated well before football crashed the party, from a sports perspective, the day provides an opportunity to re ect upon the thankfulness that can be generated for those who have participated in team sports. ey include: Teamwork: We greater than I. When a group of people can work together to overcome obstacles and achieve a common goal, lessons are learned that can be carried throughout a lifetime.
Learning from mistakes: No one is perfect, no matter how much you practice. Focusing on mistakes and the negative impact will make it di cult to succeed in the next opportunity that comes your way.
Communication: In sports or life, communication with your teammates keeps everyone ready and on the same page to achieve success.
Self-Con dence: If you want to accomplish anything in life, believe in yourself and ‘be ready to swing at the next pitch.’
Following Directions: Don’t be afraid to take advice from people trying to help you. Get used to it, and learn how to take instruction.
Be Punctual: If everyone is punctual, everyone bene ts. People are depending on you to be on time, every time.
Decision Making: Team sports help you learn to make decisions, sometimes under stressful conditions.
Making Friends: Providing help and support is a great way to make friends. Support teammates provide one another, bringing them closer together.
Representing a Group: Gaining the understanding that once you put on a team uniform, you are representing a group. Do not allow yourself to make stupid decisions that would bring the team down.
Wishing you and yours and the home team a very thankful anksgiving!
Two teams met up in Muncie, Ind. It was only an exhibition. Ball State hosted Mans eld University. e game didn’t count. It was more of a glori ed scrimmage. Several D1 teams do this in the preseason. is contest featured two local standouts. Brothers Hill. David and Davion. David is a junior guard for the Mounties. Younger brother Davion is a sophomore phenom for the Cardinals. ey are my guys. I know them well.
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I also have a close relationship with Mans eld’s Head Coach, John Szentesy. He and I are chums. Our families are super tight. John’s two younger siblings both went to school at Lycoming. Eric actually spent a few years working for my father. His lovely parents are very friendly with mine. ey have spent some time together in Florida. I understand that the elder Szentesys attended Ball State. e entire family was in the stands. e plot thickens. Disney was in a scrum with YouTube.
ESPN3 was blocked. I had to watch the game via LIVE STATS. I reached out to my pops in California. Jim mentioned that he had spoken to Mr. Szentesy, who had already given him a heads-up. We were tied to our phones. Mans eld hung in there early. But Ball State went on a run. My father and I went back and forth the entire evening. It was grand. ere was one thread in particular that we both loved. Again. We weren’t there. But our spirits were. David hit a jumper. Davion then drove to the lane. He made the layup and was fouled by Dave. Five seconds apart. I have the screenshot. Davion went on to make the free throw. And 1. e stat line made me smile. ese two were going at it like they were in the backyard. Or gym. Jim and I started sharing memories. We were texting old St John Neumann hoops tales. Remember when? It was fun.
I had the privilege to coach Brothers Hill in high school. ey made me look good both on and o . David and Da-
vion were both ALL-STATE guards. ese two helped Neuman win 3 district golds. When David graduated, Davion became a stud. ey made each other so good. Competitive. Hungry. No quit. I had to step in a few times at practice.
I still marvel at Davion’s junior season. It will never be duplicated. He scored 783 points that season. Davion was named the 2022 PIAA Class A Player of the Year. He was even better in the playo s when our backs were against the wall. Davion averaged 29.2 points and 10.2 rebounds during SJNRA’s impressive postseason run. Davion was an animal. It was incredible. He went for 31 and grabbed 19 rebounds against Linville Hill. Davion then dropped 39 points and played stellar defense vs Pottsville Nativity in the Final Four. We faced an outstanding Bishop Canevin squad in the state nal. ey were tremendous and threw everything at him. Davion still scored 30 points. I still get goosebumps when I watch the tapes.
David is averaging 15 minutes o the bench for Mans eld. He is tallying 4.7 points and 2.7 rebounds per clip. David is a class act. He will give the Mounties some depth. e older Hill was at Lamar CC last season. Davion is just get-
ting started. He is averaging 11.3 points and 6.5 rebounds for Ball State. Davion leads the team in assists and minutes played. I saw him on TV against Wisconsin. at was neat. Davion was in FL last year at a high-level Junior College. Both brothers started their careers at Missouri State.
David and Davion continue to work hard on their games. I am so proud of them. I enjoy reaching out, and they do the same. I look forward to watching them do their thing. I already made plans to watch them play. Coach Szentesy o ered me court-side seats. Davion will be heading to Lafayette soon. Fantastic. Best wishes, boys. Man. ey made me look good. Cheers.
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DO YOU KNOW WHATʼS IN YOUR WATER? Leaf Home Water Solutions offers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 15% off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior and military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1-866-996-1526. M11 BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as 1 day! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & military discounts available. 1-877-543-9189. C11
SAFE STEP. North America ʼs #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Topof-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 1-833-356-1954. M11
PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES TODAY - Generac Home Standby Generator. Receive a free 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. 855-948-6176 to schedule a free quote. Itʼs not just a generator. Itʼs a power move. C11 CONSUMER CELLULAR - same reliable, nationwide coverage as the largest carriers. No long-term contract, no hidden fees free activation. All plans feature unlimited talk & text, starting at just $20/mo. Call 1-877-305-1535. C11
GOOD THINGS TO EAT
EGGS FOR SALE
FDA Approved, Good For Restaurants. Call For Pricing 570-725-2290 Extn:3
TRADITIONAL AP-
PLE BUTTER. Pints, Quarts, Half Gallons. Near Clarkstown 570244-6149. 195102
FIREWOOD
SEASONED OAK
FIREWOOD, Cut And Split. $200.00 A Cord, Loganton. 570-2177219. 195564
FIREWOOD. Red And White Oak. Cut. Pick-Up Or Delivery. Discount For Multiple Loads. Call 570-2205227 . 194593
$220/CORD. Half Locust & Half Oak Cherry. Montoursville. 570-2201383. 195684
HEALTHCARE
DONʼT LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844-3175246. M11
DENTAL INSUR-
ANCE-Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Covers 350 procedures. Real insurance-not a discount plan. Get your free dental info kit! 1-855-526-1060 www. dental50plus.com/ads #6258. C11
PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR may be covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 877305-1535. C11
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877-553-1891 www.dental50plus.com/ macnet #6258. M11
MOBILEHELP, Americaʼs premier mobile medical alert system. Whether youʼre home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure! 1-888-489-3936. C11
DONʼT LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. AmeriGlide today 833-399-3595 C11
WANTED TO BUY
CALLAHANʼS ANTIQUITIES
381 Broad Street Montoursville, PA. ALWAYS BUYING Quality Antiques, Gold, Silver
Top Prices Paid With Immediate Payment. One Piece or Whole Estates. “Member of Certified Appraisers Guild of America”. Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 570-368-2597. 195085
TOP DOLLAR PAID for old vintage guitars! Gibson, Fender, Martin, Grecsch, Rickenbacker, Epiphone, Etc. 1930ʼs to 1980ʼs. Call 866-4338277. C11
WANTED: VINTAGE CHRISTMAS Decorations And Ornaments. Call 570-447-4488. 195276
WANTED: USED BOOKS, Especially Older Books. Cleaning Out Your Attic, Storage Unit, Home Or School Library? Give Us A Call 570-725-2131. 195426
EMPLOYMENT
PARTS ASSEMBLER NEEDED for various productʼs construction per instructions. Basic tools needed. Accuracy-necessary to assemble the items. Interested-Text Only 570 880 8117 discuss details. 195678
HELP WANTED: APPROXIMATELY 4
Hours Per Week, Maybe More. $25/Hour, Light Cleaning, Cooking, Maybe Run Errands. 570-447-4848. 195573
JERSEY SHORE
CEMETERY Is Hiring A Part-Time Bookkeeper/Secretary. Starting Pay Is $21.00/Hour With 1 Week Vacation. Contact Dennie Bower At 570-398-1863 or Email jscemeterypa@verizon.net With Resume . 195548
BUSINESS SERVICES
COATED INK. 1307 Park Ave., Suite 420 Williamsport. Gift Cards Available! 195686
RICHARTʼS FURNITURE REFINISHING AND REPAIR We Make Spindles, We Fix Most Any Loose Chairs. We Also Paint Metal, 570-584-3215. 195682
CLEANING AND HAULING INSIDE AND OUT. We Will Clean Up And Haul Away Your Unwanted Items From Your Yard, Attic, Basement And Garage. Reliable And Reasonable. Call Gary 570-244-1424 OR 570321-9472. 195685
PEACE OF MIND & EARLY DETECTION - Now more than ever, itʼs important to get screened for Stroke & Cardiovascular Disease risk. Life Line Screening is simple & painless. 833-970-4172. C11
SINCE 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, with less stress, at an amazing value. Cal today for a free estimate 1-844887-5145. M11
NO MORE CLEANING OUT GUTTERS Guaranteed! LeafFilter is backed by a no-clog guarantee and lifetime transferable warranty. Call today 1-855-7911626 to schedule a FREE inspection and no obligation estimate. Get 15% off your entire order. Plus, Military & Seniors get an additional 10% off. Limited time only. Restrictions apply, see representative for warranty and offer details. M11
HAULING, CLEANOUTS, Brush Removal, Mulching. Fully Insured. Call 570-4391934. 195059
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL costs! (Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 12/31/25) Call 1-844-826-2535. M11
anticipates the following positions: Technology Specialist – Network Technology Specialist – Help Desk Director of Innovation & Instruction Technology Athletic/Activities Director
Please apply online at www.loyalsocklancers.org/ our-district/employment-opportunities/ EOE
JACUZZI BATH
REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. Limited times, weʼre waiving all installation costs! (Additional terms apply). Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 12/31/25 Call 1-844-501-3208.
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PEST CONTROL: Protect your home from pests safely. Roaches, Bed Bugs, Rodent, Termite, Spiders & more. Locally owned & affordable. For service or inspection today! 833860-0657 Have zip code ready! C11
AGING ROOF? NEW HOMEOWNER?
STORM DAMAGE?
You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 833-640-4753. Have zip code of property ready when calling! C11
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
BUYING JEWELRY GALORE
anticipates the following positions: Varsity and Jr High Girls’ Soccer Coaches Varsity Cross Country Coach
Please apply online at www.loyalsocklancers.org/our-district/employment-opportunities/ EOE anticipates the following positions: Full-Time Maintenance Employees
Please apply online at www.loyalsocklancers.org /our-district/employ ment-opportunities/ EOE
NO MORE CLEANING GUTTERS
GUARANTEED! LeafFilter backed by no-clog guarantee & lifetime warranty. Call 1- 833610-1936 to schedule FREE inspection/estimate. Get 15% off your entire order. Military & Seniors get additional 10% off. Restrictions apply, see rep for details. C11
G & W SOUND. DJ
Music For Any Occasion Small Or Large. 570220-5512
CENTRAL
BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Call for free author`s guide 1-877-729-1920 or visit dorranceinfo.com/ads .C11
REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material-steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles & multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer up to 50% off installation + Additional 10% off install (military, health & 1st responders.) 1-833-370-1234. C11
KEYSTONE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS 1610 INDUSTRIAL BLVD, SUITE 400A LEWISBURG, PA 17837
OFFICE ASSISTANT/ BUILDING CODES
CKCOG has an immediate full-time opening for an O ce Assistant. Microso O ce knowledge and previous o ce experience preferred. Excellent bene t package. Job description available at www.ckcog.com.
Resumes will be accepted until Fri., Nov. 28, 2025
Interested candidates should submit resume to Central Keystone COG, Attn: Terry Seyler, O ce Manager, 1610 Industrial Blvd., Suite #400A, Lewisburg, PA 17837, 570-522-1325
CKCOG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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: 1-833-887-0117.
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REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material-steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer -- up to 50% off installation + Addi-
tional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855338-4807. M11
BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920 Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution Call for Your Free Author`s Guide 1-866-482-1576 or visit http://dorranceinfo.com/macnet. M11
HEALTHCARE LAWN CARE
SCOTT'S LAWN CARE. OUR 26TH YEAR IN BUSINESS! SPRING AND FALL CLEAN-UP. Residential And Commercial Mowing And Landscaping. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 570-419-6326. 195086
PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Free quote.
Ask about first application special! 833-8600811. C11
DAVIDʼS LAWN CARE RESIDENTIAL WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD NEW CUSTOMERS FULLY INSURED MULCHING-MOWING FALL CLEAN UP HEDGE TRIMMING-WEED WHACKING FREE ESTIMATES IF NO ANSWER LEAVE A VOICEMAIL I RETURN CALLS 570-323-4014. 195677
HEALTHCARE CLEANING
THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING! 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. 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 570220-3664
RESIDENTIAL
CLEANING 40 Years
Experience. Have References. Call 570-3235426. 198691
FINANCIAL
INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! FREE quote: Call 1-866-2720492. M11
WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC timeshare cancellation experts over $50 million timeshare debt/fees cancelled in 2019. Free info package. Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 833-308-1971. C11
INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call National Debt Relief and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! Free quote: Call 1-844-955-4930. C11
DIRECTV StreamCarries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo for 12 mos Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405. C11
WE BUY HOUSES
for cash as is! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer & get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-844877-5833. C11
APARTMENTS
SMALL APARTMENT FOR RENT. 1
Bedroom Furnished In Linden Area, 15 Minutes From Market Street. Washer, Dryer, Stove, Refrigerator, Heat, Garbage And Lights All Included. $750/Month. Call 570-506-2118. 195690
2 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENTS
Downtown Williamsport. Fully Furnished. All Utilities, Wi-Fi And Parking Included. Private Rooftop Patio Deck. All Linens And Kitchen Accessories Included. Flexible Leases. No Pets, No Smoking. $1,400/Month. 570-916-3309. 195698 BROAD ST.
SCHOOL APTS. Jersey Shore Senior Living 2-Bedroom Apartment, $1,007 / Month. 62 yrs. of age and older facility. All utilities included! Central Air, Wall-to-Wall Carpeting, Microwave, DW, Refrigerator, Gas Stove, On-site Laundry available. Entire Building Elevator Accessible. 24HR Emergency Maintenance. 24-HR Secured Building. $99 Security Deposit. NO PETS. Questions? Tour? Call Andy @ 570-601-6818. 195275
COMMERCIAL UNIT
7,000 SQ. FT. STORE FRONT COMMER-
CIAL At 4th And Diamond Street, Newberry. 2 Bathrooms, $2,500.00 Monthly. Gas Heat, Very Reasonable Utilities, Air Conditioned, Parking. 570-916-3309. 195699
STORAGE UNITS
CLEAN, SAFE Self Storage
SouthWilliamsportSelfStorage.com or call 272-230-8765 195255
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 570-326-9322
WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo. com . M11
TRUCKS
2002 WHITE, DODGE SLT W/Cap. Inspected, Clear Title, New Tires. Call 962-2547 Or Text 570-295-4142. 195553 TRACTORS
BURKHOLDERʼS REPAIR, Sales Of Farm Tractors, Repair, Restore, Paint, Etc. Turbotville, PA. 814-720-8845. 195679
VEHICLES WANTED
GET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the BlindToday at 1-844320-2804 today! M11
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com . M11
DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today! M11
DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. FastFREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800245-0398. C11
ATTENTION B & C Auto Wreckers Will Now Pay Top Dollar For Your Unwanted Cars, Trucks and Equipment. Licensed and Professional Service. Call For Details. 570-547-1040. 195088
