Webb Weekly October 26, 2022

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Our Empty Nest Blessed With a Daughter

Trick-or-treat,

smell my feet, give me something good to eat. A rhyme from my childhood that my sister Jodi and I would joke around about. I don’t believe it would be politically correct in today’s world; it would have to go something like trick-or-treat, don’t worry about the smell of my feet, give me something plant-based to eat.

Please pay extra close attention to all the little superheroes, skeletons, witches, zombies, princesses, vampires, and whatever the new and popular costumes are for this Halloween. They will be out and about trying to fill up that bag full of the best treats — what a fun time of year to be a kid. There seem to be more trunk-or-treat events held locally. The Williamsport Crosscutters do a great job hosting their event at Historic Bowman Field, see below. I guarantee there is one being held in your neighborhood; some can be found in the pages ahead. Many are a yearly tradition at a neighborhood church, fire hall, or business close to you.

Please remember parents to sample;

I mean, check the candy. And this applies to everything, not just your favorites. Seriously though, you can never be too sure. A commonsense inspection of the treats is always a good idea.

It seems like only yesterday Michelle and I were finding the perfect costumes for Jimmy and Hunter to wear. One of my favorites was when Jimmy dressed up as Troy Polamalu, complete with the flowing hair. Ironically it was Hunter in real life with the flow.

Wow, time has flown by quicker than a witch with her broom on fire. My Dad hit the nail on the head when he would tell me the older you get, the faster time goes by, and I wish he would have been there for one of those milestone events that correspond to my current timeline.

I am honored to announce Jimmy recently married his girlfriend from Schick Elementary School and the love of a lifetime, Lauren Raemore. Lauren is the daughter of Dr. Dave and Karen Raemore, who have treated Jimmy like a son for years, and I sincerely thank them for that. The wedding and events

that surrounded the day could not have gone any better. Lauren, her mom, and her dad deserve a special thank you from Michelle and me for the planning and love they poured into the event.

Thank you to Pastor Tim for the beautiful ceremony joining the couple in holy matrimony. When he announced Jimmy and Lauren Webb, it was one of the most surreal moments of my lifetime. I was so very proud to be standing next to them, just like my Father did when Michelle and I were married.

A special thank you to the family, friends, and loved ones that shared the day with Jimmy and Lauren. It was such a blessing to catch up with and meet so many people from different times in the couple’s lives. They are truly surrounded by great people that love them very much.

A shout out to the groomsmen and bridal party for all of your help. What a great group of young people. They made the rehearsal dinner and reception a whole lot of fun. My guess is the girls are still dancing wherever

they’re at.

I must give a tip of my cap for the fantastic job the folks at Morrone’s did for Friday night’s dinner, and the staff at Herman and Luther’s provided for the wedding and reception. They truly made the events remarkable.

Lauren, we love you, and welcome to the family. It is nice to finally have a daughter. You also helped even up the male/female ratio around the Webb house a little. This makes Michelle happy as the dogs have even always been boys.

Thank you for allowing me to be a proud father this week.

God Bless America.

Jim Webb, Jr.

Happy Halloween

There’s a goblin at my window, a monster at my door.

The pumpkin at my table, keeps smiling more and more.

There’s a ghost who haunts my bedroom, a witch whose face is green. They used to be my family, till they dressed for Halloween.

Pssssssst!

Hey kids! C’mere! Got something to tell y’all! (Parental figures, please skip the next paragraphs.)

OK, are they gone? Good!

Alright littles, let’s talk about how to maximize your Halloween this year. First, on Wednesday head downtown for Williamsport Business Association’s downtown Trick-or-Treat from 4-6 p.m. Then, on Friday, you are going to get the ‘rents to take you to the Crosscutters’ Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat. It runs from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Bowman Field.

OK, then, on Sunday, ask them to take you to Jersey Shore for Bald Birds Brewing Trick-or-Treat that starts at 2:00 p.m. If you are feeling frisky, get them to take you to Muncy, for Trunk-or-Treat by Families United Network on Sunday, Oct. 30, 1:30-4 p.m. at 145 Ashler Manor Dr. Then, of course, you have regular trick-or-treating on Monday for actual

Halloween. There are also a few other trunkor-treats listed on our Community Calendar on pages 22 & 23, if you’ve been really, really, good the past few weeks. Oh, and brush your teeth when you get home, I don’t need all the local dentists mad at me!

It’s not our Halloween issue without the announcement of the winners of our Halloween contest!

Congratulations to the following winners of our Gathering Ghouls Halloween Contest!

– Anyssa Steppe

– Tenley Cresswell

– Genevieve Seese

– Eli Boyer

– Sylus Bower

– Braylon Burkins

– Amelia Robbins

– Vinny Romano

– Leeland Brewer

– Sofia Donlin

Your prizes can be picked up in our office at 280 Kane St. South Williamsport, Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m.4:30 p.m.

In case you are curious — the final total was 101 Ghouls. There were 53 in the October 12th edition and 48 in the October 19th edition. There must have been one particular ghoul that was hard to find, so I also included the 100 entries in the drawing too.

We want to offer our sincerest thanks to everyone who entered! Because of all your counting, we will be donating $500 to LAPS! Seriously, y’all are amazing! I received a ton of entries in this year’s contest! And as always, thank you to Jimmy for always giving a little extra in these contests! The kitties appreciate it!

One Last Bit of Halloween

There will be people out celebrating Halloween all weekend long, so please be careful. Between Uber and Lyft there is no reason not to have a safe ride home, so please be careful out there! Don’t forget to be extra cautious if you are on your way home from work after 6 p.m. on Monday. Kids get excited and stop paying attention, so you need to be their eyes and ears.

Everyone wants their Halloween festivities to be fun, but it is important that trick-or-treaters and their chaperones prioritize safety as well.

Be sure to check out Lou’s story on page 6 for all the places to get candy this weekend, as well as tips to make your Halloween as safe as possible!

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Doug Engelman

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Having A Ghoulishly Safe Halloween This Year

By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

is a joyous and interesting time for the ghouls and goblins who seek to garner a large harvest of candy and other goodies while they Trick-or-Treat. Still, it is important to follow some very necessary safety rules as they proceed during this fun and “spooktacular” time. What follows are some tried and true rules that will help to make the Trick-or-Treat experience a safe and happy one.

– Wear shoes that fit.

– Wear a costume short enough and easy to walk in.

– Be Safe. Be Seen. Wear bright colors. Use a flashlight. Use reflective strips.

– Walk in a group — the bigger the cluster, the easier it is to be seen.

– Stop at the curb or edge of the road. Cross at corners.

– Walk on sidewalks; if there is no sidewalk, walk on the roadway facing traffic.

– Look LEFT-RIGHT-LEFT before crossing.

Halloween– Walk — don’t run — across the street.

– Under age 10, always cross with someone older, preferably an adult.

– Put electronic devices down, keep heads up.

– Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.

– Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.

Children should walk on direct routes with the fewest street crossings.

– Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors.

– Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision.

– Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by drivers.

– When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent

trips and falls. Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.

As the person who is distributing the Halloween treats, you “make your house trick-or-treat friendly.” Be sure cars are parked in the driveway and not blocking sidewalks and that the walkway to your house is well-lit and free of obstacles.

When sorting through candy at the end of the night, be sure to throw away any candy that is not in its original wrapper or looks as though it has been opened. Halloween safety tips are important, but you should make sure you’re following these lesserknown Halloween etiquette rules too.

Most area municipalities will have their Trick-or-Treat hours on Monday, October 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. In Hughesville, there will be a parade beginning at 5:30 p.m. The exception is Montgomery from 6:30 to 8:30. A small parade will form at 6 p.m. A complete list of hours by borough and township are below.

Various organizations and churches throughout the area will be holding “Trunk or Treat” activities. Two of

the more special activities are the Williamsport Crosscutters will be holding “Boomer’s Drive Thru Trickor-Treat on Friday, October 28, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Muncy Bank and Trust Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field, sponsored by UPMC and Backyard Broadcasting.

LYCOMING COUNTY

Jersey Shore Borough

– Bald Birds Brewing Trunk or Treat: Sun. Oct. 30 starts at 2 p.m.

– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Muncy Borough

– Trunk or Treat by Families United Network: Sunday, Oct. 30, 1:30-4 p.m. at 145 Ashler Manor Dr. Muncy, PA City of Williamsport

– Trick-or-Treat at the Thomas Taber Museum in Williamsport on Saturday, October 29, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Williamsport Business Association

downtown Trick-or-Treat: Wed. Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.

– Williamsport Crosscutters Boomer’s Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat: Friday, Oct. 28, 6-8 p.m. at Muncy Bank Ballpark.

Montoursville Borough

See HALLOWEEN on Page 8

doesn’t have to be tricky.

be a treat left behind for your loved ones.

W e are all familiar with the terms like, ghosts in the closets and dusting the cobwebs off. With the upcoming holiday we begin to see the presence of these more as they have become traditional Halloween decor. In fact, we often use similar expressions when speaking about funeral pre-planning.

There is nothing scary about pre-planning and pre-funding your funeral services. We won’t trick you into purchasing a service plan that is out of your budget or plan a service that may spook your loved ones, well unless that is what you want to do. We will tell your tale with a service that will honor your life and personality. It would be our treat to help you pre-plan and ease the burden for your loved ones. Give us a call and we’ll help you get the process started.

Happy Halloween from all of us at Sanders Mortuary

821 Diamond Street - Williamsport, PA 570-322-3466

William H. Kieser, Supervisor www.SandersMortuary.com

HALLOWEEN

– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Loyalsock Township

– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Montgomery Borough

– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6:308:30 p.m.

Hughesville Borough

– Halloween Parade: Mon. Oct. 31, 5:30-6 p.m.

– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Salladasburg Borough

– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31st, 6-8 p.m. There will also be trick-ortreating at the Salladasburg Volunteer Fire Dept.

Woodward Township

– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

CLINTON COUNTY

Avis Borough

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

City of Lock Haven

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.

Loganton Borough

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31 6-8 p.m.

Flemington Borough

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Castanea

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.

Mill Hall Borough

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Renovo Borough

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

South Renovo

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Beech Creek Borough

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Lamar Township

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Chapman Township

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Pine Creek Township

– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

OBITUARIES

~ Week of ~ October 17th - October 21st

Darlene L. Quartman, 68, of Williamsport

James “Jim” C. Williams, 76, of Picture Rocks

Raymond W (Ray) Roth, 79, of Williamsport

Richard “Dick” E. McHenry, 83, of Montgomery

Dane Steven Shrawder, 74, of Unityville

Gail J. Koppenhaver, 63, of Lock Haven

Lois A. Hugill, 83, of Lock Haven

Debra Alexander, 65, of South Williamsport

Charles J. Lindemuth, 79, of Old Lycoming Twp.

Paisley Mottern, infant, of Williamsport

Clara J. (Wilson) Murray, 82, of Unityville

Branch T. Holt IV, 71, of Montoursville

Lois M. McNutt, 78, of Muncy

Patricia A. “Pat” Marden, 87, of Williamsport

C. Van Waldman, 77, of Hughesville

Larry L. Vaughn, 65, of Williamsport

George W. Schroyer, 91, of Montoursville

Joyce D. Signor, 86, of Williamsport

Lillian R. Simpson, 91, of Williamsport

Michael C. Bechdel, 72, of Flemington

Camille D. Crane, 68, of Montoursville

Verna R. Carlson, 98, formerly of Williamsport

Christopher J. Smurl, 56, of Montoursville

DAILY

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The porch is all dressed up and ready for Halloween! ~Submitted by Stephen A., Williamsport.

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PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY

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

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

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

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

to degenerate.

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Five Tips To Keep Your peTs saFe This halloween

Costumes

and candy make Halloween a highly anticipated event for children and adults alike, but the holiday can be particularly spooky for pets. Some of the same things that bring humans joy on All Hallows Eve can lead to poisoning, stress or anxiety, which may cause four-legged family members to run away or react aggressively.

To help ensure Halloween is fun for every member of the family, take note of these safety tips

from the experts at VCA Animal Hospitals, which has more than 1,000 locations across North America that cared for more than 4.5 million pets last year. Talk to your veterinarian if you need assistance dealing with pet anxiety.

Create a safe space for your pet at home. If your neighborhood is particularly busy on Halloween and the sidewalks are overflowing with exuberant trick-ortreaters, it may be best to leave your pet at home. Pets can be thrown off by extra people on the street or at the door in

frightening costumes, which could lead to uncommon reactions such as growling or biting if they feel threatened. Even if your pets are mellow and enjoy greeting guests, consider keeping them inside as you sit by yourself near the door or outside to greet trick-or-treaters as they knock or ring the doorbell. Otherwise, consider keeping your pet in a room away from the frenzy with a TV, radio or white noise machine to dull the sounds.

Be cautious when taking your pet trickor-treating. If you do decide to venture out with your pet, make sure he or she is always close to you on a secure leash (avoid retractable leashes). Observe your surroundings and assess people — especially friendly, excited children — approaching you and your pet, because physical contact from strangers in costumes may instigate a fearful or aggressive reaction.

your pet. In fact, keep all candy safely out of reach. Chocolate, candy or gum artificially sweetened with xylitol can be dangerous for dogs. Plus, cellophane or foil wrappers can cause problems if swallowed. Even natural treats like caramel apples should be off limits as eating items not normally on the menu can cause upset stomachs, GI blockages or pancreatitis.

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Consider skipping the costume. It’s best not to dress up your pets for Halloween, but if you choose to, it’s important for pets to wear safe, comfortable costumes. They should be loose enough to provide freedom of movement but not loose enough to be a tripping hazard. On the other hand, costumes that are too tight can restrict breathing and make movement difficult. Make sure your pet’s costume does not interfere with vision or hearing. Also beware of small parts, like buttons or loose strings, that could be chewed off and swallowed.

Keep treats away from pets. Resist the temptation to share Halloween candy with

Decorate with safety in mind. Festive decorations help set the mood, but they can also create health risks for your pet. While non-toxic, pumpkin and pumpkin seeds can upset stomachs, especially when consumed in large quantities. Lit candles in Jack-O-Lanterns may pose fire hazards if toppled by a curious four-legged friend. Decorative lights can brighten your porch but should be kept out of your pet’s reach as nibbling on electrical cords can cause electrocution.

To learn more, visit vcahospitals.com, where you can search for additional tips to make Halloween safe and fun for your furry friends. (Family Features & VCA Animals Hospitals. Photo courtesy of Getty Images)

Family Fun

Carve Out More Family Time This Halloween

Bythe time Halloween rolls around, many families are deep into the hustle and bustle of the school year. The holiday provides a great opportunity to focus on family and spend some quality time together.

Shared experiences bring loved ones closer, and Halloween is a perfect time for doing something with the people in your life who matter most, whether it’s your immediate family, college family, friends, siblings or extended family.

These family-friendly activities can help

you create some special spooky memories this Halloween with your friends and loved ones:

Visit local attractions. Many communities offer seasonal events or destinations where you can find all kinds of family fun while enjoying a refreshing autumn afternoon. Some popular examples include corn mazes, pumpkin patches and haunted houses. You might also find other attractions such as hayrides and petting zoos.

Decorate pumpkins. Designing the

can answer all

questions!

perfect jack-o’-lantern or pumpkin creation can be fun for the whole family. Toddlers and younger children can express their creativity through painting, stickers and accessory kits while older children and young adults may find carving kits to be more their style. Consider the options from Pumpkin Masters, which creates new products every year so you can always find something fresh each Halloween. For example, Premium Sticker Patterns make it easy to peel, stick and carve with pattern transfer sheets while options like Mummy Carving and Decorating Kit or Unicorn Decorating let little creatures in on the fun. Go trick-or-treating together. Participating in this age-old tradition as a family can make for a fun evening of joy and laughter. You can also incorporate numerous teachable moments, including reminders about safety around strangers and when crossing the street, practicing manners like please and thank you or taking turns ringing doorbells with friends or siblings.

Watch scary movies. Whether you relive your own youth by introducing your kids to the classics or explore more contemporary flicks, gathering the group around the screen for a frighteningly fun movie night can appeal to the whole family. With so many options available, you can easily find something age-appropriate for your little ones - just be sure to add some seasonal snacks to make the night complete.

Recycle Your Pumpkin

Once the holiday fun is done, you may wonder what to do with your leftover

pumpkin (and the insides, too). Consider these ideas:

Bake the seeds. Whether you eat them yourself or share them with local wildlife, roasted pumpkin seeds provide a tasty treat. They’re delicious with a light coating of olive oil and salt, or you can get creative with seasonings and spices.

Make slime. The stringy, gooey insides of a pumpkin make for a ghoulish bowl of goopy guts, perfect for Halloween pranks. You can use the pulp in its natural form or search for recipes that add ingredients like glue, water and baking soda for even more texture.

Compost it. Pumpkins generate organic waste, so adding them to a compost bin (or burying them) can be quite beneficial for the soil. Either option returns organic matter to the Earth, rather than heaping it into a landfill where it’s just adding to accumulating food waste.

Create a planter. If you save the pieces carved from your jack-o’-lanterns, you can use a toothpick to secure them in place. Then you’ll be left with a vessel that’s perfect for using as a seasonal planter. Add some mums or other autumn blooms and enjoy them throughout the fall.

Donate to a nearby farm. Pumpkins can be a tasty treat for wildlife and livestock.

If you don’t have animals like bunnies and squirrels to share your pumpkin with in your own backyard, check with area farms to see if they’d like your leftover pumpkins to use as food for the animals. (Family Features & Pumpkin Masters, photo courtesy of Getty Images

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SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY

Nippenose Valley Village is a wonderful place to call home. Everyone makes sure that all my needs are met.

Renna is our Director of Nursing and is always happy. She makes visits everyday to make sure I am doing okay

. If there is something she is concerned about she will contact my doctor. I am blessed to have the great care from the nurse and all the other caregivers who work here. I especially enjoy breakfast when they serve scrapple with eggs and that I donʼt have to cook or eat alone.

Resident - Kenny Reichelderfer Staff - Renna Engel, Director of Nursing

Grit October 28, 1962

JFK Supported by Billtowners in Cuba Crisis

Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.

spotlight in the Williamsport area has suddenly shifted from the civic arena to a place more than 1,000 miles away.

Throughout the area—on street corners, in buses, in homes, in businesses, in the stores, one word can be heard again and again — “Cuba.”

The crisis has become the topic of conversation in every corner of the city. The coming election, Little League Boulevard, and even Halloween, have taken a back seat to Cuba.

A local candidate last week running for state office summed up the entire picture when he confided to a “Grit” reporter, “No one cares about us candidates. No one cares about the election. No one cares about anything but Cuba, and whether you’re a Democrat or a Republican makes no difference.”

The “man-on the street” stands almost

solidly with the President — as do local office holders whether a city, county, state or national level.

Statements of support were issued by candidates for state and federal offices. Said the “man- on- the street,” “I would rather run the risk than back down in our struggle against the Communists.”

Staff workers at the local selective service and civil defense offices did not have to turn on the radio or TV to know there was a crisis.

Harold D. Hershberger, city civil defense director said the office has been bombarded with inquiries about CD procedure and necessary supplies.

“I haven’t sold so many canned goods and potential rationed items since the Berlin Crisis,” one store manager said.

He said the most popular items included sugar, canned meat and juices and other non-perishables. But while wives were making little “stockpiles” life continued as usual.

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Outfits, Not Just Clothes…

Thinking About Coats

As we embrace the chillier mornings and crisp afternoons of autumn, if you haven’t already, now is the time to bring out your cold-weather wardrobe staples. Trench coats, bomber jackets, oversized blazers — the best fall jackets keep you protected from the season’s chill while also offering a stylish one-and-done effect. Because let’s face it, a great coat will make any outfit. Here’s a rundown of some outerwear options to consider this season.

Bernadette Ulsamer

budget doesn’t stretch to allow for more than one outerwear purchase, it’s best to keep functionality in mind and stick to classic, timeless pieces that will go from fall into winter.

First, think critically about how your outerwear can best serve you. It’s important to pick the right material for the weather and to consider what you don’t already have in your closet, be it a leather jacket, a dressy topcoat, or durable cold-weather outerwear. A quality coat is an investment that needs to be able to deliver from a practical standpoint as well as reflect your personal style. And, while trendy statement coats can be fun, if your

Speaking of classics, the overcoat has been given a modern twist this season, coming in oversized silhouettes. With broad shoulders and ankle-skimming lengths, a completely oversized coat demands to be the center of attention and helps make low-effort outfits have high impact. A double-breasted blazer with strong shoulders and an oversized body can also (over)fit the bill. What I really enjoy about this coat trend is that it lends itself to thrift shopping. A Goodwill or Salvation Army is bound to have racks of men’s coats and blazers to work an oversized overcoat into your outfit repertoire affordably.

Other traditional coat styles to consider are the camel coat, also in a relaxed or slightly oversized fit, and the quintessential trench coat. A camel

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coat gives extra polish to workwear, just as easily as it makes a sweater and jeans feel chic. A trench pairs best with wardrobe mainstays like black trousers and gray or white turtlenecks. You can find a variety of both coat types for under $100 at Asos.com for both men and women.

If you’re looking to take more of a walk on the wild side, then opt for an animalprint coat in a timeless silhouette. Most people think of leopard print for outerwear, but zebra print seems to be having a moment. Target has a black and white Animal Print Strong Shoulder Trench from one of their latest designer collaborations that would pair with a little black dress and heels or jeans and boots. Another unexpected option is the two-toned or color-block trench. River Island has some really beautiful options, both with bold color patterns and graphic prints to give any outfit a fashion-forward feel.

For an edgier style, the longline leather trench is unarguably the coolest silhouette for fall. Of course, when I refer to leather, I really mean faux or leatherette. Mango has an Oversize Leather-Effect trench with a shirt-style

collar, tie-up belt, and deep pockets that will definitely give your look an “International Man of Mystery” aura. While their Leather-Effect Trench with zipper has a more biker-style vibe to toughen up a crewneck knit and pinstripe trousers.

Another on-the-tougher-side style is bomber jackets, which can be vintageinspired, sporty, patterned, or rendered in leather or leatherette, making them an ideal trans-seasonal staple. To bring a nostalgic feel to your look, try Hollister’s Varsity Bomber Jacket in green or cream. You can wear this with sweats and a hoodie to keep extra cozy or throw it on over a flannel, jeans, and boots. I’m also loving Summersalt’s Reversible Packable Puffer, which comes in gorgeous shades of lava and hibiscus; plus, since it’s reversible, it’s two jackets in one! Wear the colorblocked side for date night and the solid side for running errands. No matter your personal style, finding the right outerwear will have you ready to fall over fall. With any luck, you’ll stay cozy and look great as winter comes around. It’ll be here before you know it!

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Cheesesteak Basket

What: Cheesesteak basket. Open to the public. Take out or eat in. Call 570-327-0255 for take-out orders.

When: Tuesday, October 27, 2022, 4 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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

Dinner

What: Beer battered or broiled haddock dinner or cow boy casserole. Open to the public. Take out or eat in. Call 570-327-0255 for take-out orders.

When: Friday, October 28, 2022, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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

Haunted Hotel

What: The Haunted Hotel.

When: Friday Oct. 28th & Saturday Oct. 29th, from 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

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

Halloween Party

What: Halloween party. Open to the public. Costume judging, music, snacks, trivia, 50/50 drawing, couples’ night mega basket raffle, specialty drinks and more!

COST: $5 pre-sale or $7.50 at the door. Stop in for your ticket after 2:00 p.m. daily. Prizes for costume categories: scariest, best couple, best homemade, prettiest & best overall.

When: Friday, October 28th, from 7:00 p.m.-?

Where: Milton American Legion, 401 N. Front St. in Milton.

What: Fly into Fall Air Market, hosted by Simply Savor on the Fly and Williamsport Regional Airport.

When: Saturday, October 29th from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Where: Located at the Williamsport Regional Airport.

Pints for Pups

What: A portion of every pint sold will be donated to the Lycoming County SPCA! Halloween pet costume contest. SPCA staff, volunteers, and pups will be onsite.

When: Saturday, October 29th from 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Where: New Trail Brewing Company, 240 Arch St., Building 18, Williamsport.

National Cat Day - Foster Kitten Adoption Event

What: Meet & greet the kittens currently housed in foster homes. Adopt a new feline friend the same day! (*Pending application/landlord approval).

When: Saturday, October 29th from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Where: Lycoming County SPCA, 2805 Reach Rd., Wil liamsport.

“Spooky Spiders”

What: Come and learn some of the more common spi ders around PA. Afterwards, there will be a craft. All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new CDC Guidelines.

When: Saturday, October 29, 2022, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Where: Hyner Run State Park, Amphitheater (by the Pool).

Halloween Parade

What: Castanea Township Halloween parade.

When: Sunday, October 30th, at 4:00 p.m.

Where: West and East Brown Streets to McElhattan Avenue ending at Castanea Fire Co., Castanea (Lock Haven).

Holiday Treasures

What: Program on Holiday Treasures at the monthly meeting of Eagle Grange #1; public invited.

When: Tuesday, November 1st, at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Eagle Grange Hall, at the intersection of Route 15 and East Blind Road, Montgomery.

Sweet Temptations

What: Lycoming County SPCA’s 21st annual Sweet Temptations fundraiser. Tickets & information avail able at www.lycomingspca.org/event/sweet-tempta tions-2022/.

When: Friday, November 4th, from 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Where: Genetti Grand Ballroom, 200 W 4th St., William sport.

Community Trail Challenge

What: The Salvation Army’s 7th Annual Community Challenge Trail Races (5K, 10K, Half-Marathon)

When: Saturday, November 5, 2022. On-site registration opens at 8:30 am. Races begin at 10:00 am. Register on-line now at: https://runsignup.com/Race/ PA/Williamsport/WilliamsportSalvationArmy10k20k TrailRace

Where: Williamsport Municipal Water Authority, 1600 Mosquito Valley Rd., Williamsport.

Baked Goods/Soup Sale

What: Annual Election Day baked goods and soup sale by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 35.

When: Tuesday, November 8th from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Hughesville American Legion, 76 North Main St., Hughesville. Parking available on Main Street or in lot behind the Legion.

Book Sale

What: Friends of Muncy Library book sale.

When: November 8th from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., and No vember 26th, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Where: Muncy Library, 108 S. Main St., Muncy.

Festival of Trees

What: The Salvation Army’s 20th Annual Festival of Trees – for more information, contact Laura Templeton, 570-326-9187, x103.

When: Tree sponsorship deadline: November 11, 2022. Tree Auction: December 9, 2022 – 7:00 pm

Where: Center Court at Lycoming Mall.

Christmas Assistance

What: Registration for Christmas Assistance (must pro vide ID, proof of income, etc., to qualify). Call 570-3269187 for details.

When: November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 – 9:00 am-noon; November 3, 10 & 17 - 1-2:30 pm; November 9 & 30 – 6-8:00 pm.

Where: The Salvation Army, 457 Market St., William sport.

Turkey Dinner

What: Take-out Turkey Dinner. Menu: roast turkey, stuffing, non-instant mashed potatoes, gravy, frozen corn, cranberry-orange relish, pickles, roll & butter, and homemade pumpkin pie; suggested donation - $13. For reservations, call Joann Murray at 570-547-1340.

When: Saturday, November 12th, pick-up from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Where: Eagle Grange Hall, at the intersection of Route 15 and East Blind Road, Montgomery.

Fall Train Meet

What: Clinton Central Model Railroad Club annual fall train meet & craft fair, toys and flea market.

When: Sunday, November 13th, 2022, from 9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.

Where: Woodward Fire Company, 4147 N. Route 220 Hwy, Linden.

Jewelry Sale

What: Mindy’s Jewels, handcrafted silver jewelry, unique designs.

When: Wednesday, November 30th from 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Where: UPMC Lock Haven Hospital, Main Lobby.

Post Breakfast

What: The Milton American Legion, Post 71, will begin serving breakfast for $9 per person with a large menu available. Please call 570-742-4236 ahead if you are part of a large group so we can be ready for you.

When: First and third Sunday of the month. Breakfast is open to the public from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Where: Milton American Legion, Post 71, 401 N. Front St., Milton.

Check Your Fit

What: Join UPMC Health Plan for our Check Your Fit

First Friday events taking place on the first Friday of each month. Health educators will be on-site to address health-related questions and distribute literature. Plus, free preventive screenings will be available for members.

When: First Friday of the Month, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Loyal Plaza,1875 E. 3rd Street, Williamsport.

Weight Loss Group

What: TOPS Weight Loss Group.

When: Mondays from 5:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Masks and social distancing required.

Where: Divine Providence Hospital Auditorium, use auditorium entrance.

Kaos Fun Zone Meetup

What: Public is welcome to take advantage of our dis counted rate of $10 per participant for 2 hours of bowl ing, arcade, Fly World, and Lazer Tag. For more infor mation, go to our website: www.lcchea.com or find us on Facebook. Hosted by Lycoming & Clinton Counties Home Educators Association.

When: 1st Thursday of each month, 4:00 p.m.-6 p.m. Where: Kaos Fun Zone, Williamsport.

Homeschooling Families Park Meetups

What: Homeschooling families meet for social time and support. Pack a lunch, drinks, camp chairs, sports gear, and other play items. Bathrooms will be open. For more information go to www.lcchea.com or find us on Face book. Hosted by Lycoming & Clinton Counties Home Educators Association.

When: 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month through Octo ber, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Where: James Short Park, Loyalsock, Pavilion #1.

CHURCH EVENTS

Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner

What: Pork and sauerkraut dinner. Menu: pork, sauer

Community Calendar

kraut, knockwurst, mashed potatoes, dumplings, apple sauce, bread, dessert, coffee and tea. $12 for adults, $6 for kids 5-12, 4 and under are free. Takeouts available.

When: Wednesday, October 26th from 11:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Where: St. Luke Church, 118 Kendall Ave., Jersey Shore.

Fall Fest

What: Family fun fall fest. Food, games, and prizes for all ages.

When: Friday, October 28th, from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Where: Agape Fellowship, 485 E. 3rd St., Williamsport.

Trunk-or-Treat

What: Trunk-or-treat.

When: Saturday, October 29th, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Where: Lycoming Centre Presbyterian Church, 656 W. Creek Rd., Cogan Station.

Trunk or Treat

What: Trunk or Treat.

When: October 29th, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Where: Lycoming Centre Presbyterian Church, 656 West Creek Road, Cogan Station.

Church Service

What: Sunday service. Sermon Title: What Happens

When Leaders Fail. Sermon Text: Various Texts. All are welcome to learn about God and the Christian life.

When: Sunday Morning, October 30th. Service Time 10:15 a.m.

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

Baked Ham Supper

What: Baked ham supper, dine-in only; no take-out.

Suggested donation - $12.

When: Wednesday, November 2nd, 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Where: First United Methodist St., Muncy.

Book Sale

What: Book sale. Benefits Christians Helping Hon douras.

When: Friday, November 4th, and Saturday, November

5th from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Where: S. Williamsport United Methodist Church, 409 Main St. S. Williamsport.

Rummage Sale

What: Rummage sale.

When: Friday, November 4th, and Saturday, November 5th from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Where: S. Williamsport United Methodist Church, 409 Main St. S. Williamsport.

Fall Fest

What: Fall Fest hosted by the Youth of Heshbon Park UM Church. Shop, eat, mingle & enjoy the day. There will be a wide variety of crafters & a few vendors for your (holiday) shopping pleasure. Some additional fun may include: music of the season, games & face painting. The kitchen will be open & serving up a lot of great food.

When: November 5, 2022 (Saturday) from 10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.

Where: Heshbon Park United Methodist Church, 2898 Heshbon Rd., (off Lycoming Creek Road – north), Wil liamsport.

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Domestic Violence Support

What: Domestic Violence Support Group suggested for anyone 21 years of age and older who have experienced Domestic Violence.

When: Each Thursday from 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Where: YWCA Northcentral PA, Park Room, 815 W. Fourth St., Williamsport.

ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS

Route 15 Band

What: Route 15 band. Halloween Party. Open to the public. No cover.

When: Friday, October 28, 2022, 8 p.m.

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

Halloween Spectacular

What: Lycoming College Band presents: Halloween Spectacular! Free admission.

When: Saturday, October 29th at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Community Arts Center, Williamsport.

Ragtime Orchestra

What: Paragon Ragtime Orchestra: Meet Me at the Fair. Tickets at caclive.com.

When: Thursday, November 3rd at 7:30 p.m.

Where: Community Arts Center, Williamsport.

Art Workshop

What: Art Workshop - Unique handmade keepsake gift box, gift tags and notecards. 30 ticket includes beverage and appetizer. Please RSVP to join: 570-865-6247.

When: November 6th, from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Where: Up the Crick - Wine & Antiques, 5099 N. Route 44 Highway, Jersey Shore, (Poust Taxidermy).

Young Artists

What: Young Artist Baroque Orchestra. Free admission.

When: Sunday, November 6th at 7:30 p.m.

Where: Welch Honors Hall, Lycoming College.

Chamber Choir

What: Lycoming College Chamber Choir presents Du rufle’s Requiem. Free admission.

When: Thursday, November 10th at 7:00 p.m.

Where: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Williamsport.

Country Line Dancing

What: Country line dancing.

When: Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Where: Woodward Township Fire Hall, Linden.

Ballroom Dance Classes

What: Beginning Ballroom Dance Class for anyone in terested in learning to dance. Cost will be $10 per couple per class. To register please call Frank at 570-220-4806.

When: Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

Where: Classes will be held in Hartzel’s Dance Room in Montoursville.

“Mommy,why didn’t the skeleton walk across the road?”

Kenzy asked me in the car on the way to dance lessons.

“Hmm. Because he was dead?” I asked with a laugh.

(I mean, I thought that was a pretty solid answer.)

“Nope. He couldn’t walk across the road because he didn’t have any guts!”

She giggled as she told me. That was a good one!

Kenzy and I love Halloween. It’s kinda our thing together. When she was teeny tiny, I

remember the first time she saw Christmas lights on a home out the car window. Her eyes lit up! The following year we started to see Halloween lights in October.

“Miss Miss lights! Miss Miss lights!” she would yell.

She was trying to say Christmas. We told her they weren’t Christmas lights, that some decorate for Halloween, but Christmas lights were soon to come. That year she lit up at every house she saw in October.

Back then, my husband used to work third shift driving around Williamsport for the WMWA, so he came across all kinds of houses. He came home one day and said he

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found some really cool Halloween houses he wanted to show the kids and me. We had so much fun that year driving around that the next year we did it again, but we went to more towns to see what we could find. We also went out for dinner and played Halloween music in the car. Some of the houses we find are so cool!

Skeletons climbing up a home in Williamsport. Fairytale skeleton stories at my cousin Danielle Perry’s home in Newberry. A huge spider web, with a spider

off the side of a house and another house with a full cemetery, all in Montoursville.

Witches in windows and bats hanging from one home all decked out in Jersey Shore. Another with a full pirate ship theme, the Grim Reaper on a full-size skeleton horse, and a very angry wolf in a doghouse with a big sign that says “DON’T FEED FLUFFY!”

This house is also in Jersey Shore, and there is so much to see that we parked the car and walked around! It’s awesome! (Go check it out! It’s right on Main Street above Santino’s.)

Here we are six years later, and we still do this yearly. We are excited to go out this week and go to Texas Roadhouse for dinner. It is a nice staple between Williamsport,

Southside, and Montoursville for light hunting!

We have certain Halloween songs that are our favorites and listen to them regularly in October. I enjoy making my kids jack-olantern pizzas, and we love to watch spooky things like “Hocus Pocus,” “Unwrapped” & “The Nightmare Before Christmas!” (I am not a horror movie person at all. I like my sleep. Haha!)

I love Halloween so much that I have had a pumpkin party since Tyler has been little. Same thing; fun spooky foods, Halloween music, and pumpkin carving! My momma takes all the grandkids to the pumpkin patch to pick their pumpkins; then, we have

the party. Halloween donuts from Dunkin always make their appearance too. Another thing Grammy loves to get for her kiddos. This year, my sister-in-law, Loren Perry, came walking into the house with bags of stuff. She had surprised us and gotten stuff to make a spooky drink for us while carving pumpkins. It was so sweet of her and sounded like they would be awesome! (And they were! Recipe below.) My brother then walked in after Loren and had a bright orange shirt on with his big smile. Once I really looked at the shirt, I knew why he had that smile. Here, he had found one of our momma’s VERY old Halloween shirts

and decided to make an appearance to the party in it. He really did look dear in it. There on the orange turtleneck shirt sat a haunted house with ghosts coming out of the windows. A black cat sat on a nearby fence, and bats were flying into the moon. It truly said Halloween. I told him he has to wear it every year now. I was jealous that I didn’t find it first, but since I don’t like turtlenecks, I didn’t tackle him for this gem of a shirt! I’ll just look forward to seeing that bad boy on my brother every year now. That gives me more joy than wearing it myself. *Insert cheesy smile here*

As I tucked Kenzy in after our pumpkin party, the jack-o-lantern she had just carved was sitting on her desk, lit until I was ready to go up to bed. She just laid there watching it glow while sucking her thumb. I kneeled down next to her and kissed her forehead. I whispered in her ear, “Can you promise mommy something?”

She didn’t want to pull her thumb out but nodded yes.

I whispered, “Promise me that you will never get too old to come to look at Halloween lights with your momma. That you will come with us every year and be just as excited as you always are when we find houses all lit up?”

“I will, Momma,” she said as the thumb came out.

“I’ll do it every year because I love you and love Halloween.”

To anyone who puts a pumpkin in the window, orange lights around your doors, or just goes all out, thank you. You make not only kids’ day but make fun memories

for families. I am out in the country and love lighting our home up for Halloween. I started doing it for my kids a long time ago, and now that they are old enough, I’ve learned it’s not just for my kids but for others as well. Lights truly make the world a happier place. It’s the little things.

Happy Halloween!!

Loren’s Spooky Sherbet Drink

Ingredients:

– Sprite

– Hawaiian Punch

– Rainbow Sherbet

– Fun Halloween Trinket for Garnish Place sherbet in the bottom of a clear cup. Fill up the cup about 2/3 full with sprite. Then finish it with a Hawaiian Punch. Leave room for Halloween garnish. Serve with a straw. Enjoy.

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Franks and beans, molasses baked beans, cheesy cauliflower, macaroni salad

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Chicken Caesar salad with croutons, fresh apple, pasta salad

November 7

Lemon pepper & fennel seasoned pork loin, molasses baked beans, cheesy cauliflower, macaroni salad

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Italian hoagie with lettuce and tomato, pepper slaw, Mandarin oranges

November 1

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

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Beef barley soup, tuna salad with whole grain bread, fresh orange, baby carrots

November 8

Chicken and mushroom marsala, parsley spaghetti, green bean casserole, fresh orange

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chicken noodle soup, crackers, chicken Caesar salad with dressing and croutons, macaroni salad, fresh apple

November 2

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

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Italian hoagie with lettuce and tomato, creamy coleslaw, Mandarin oranges

November 9

Mexican taco bowl, Spanish beans, tortilla chips, romaine with taco sauce

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Sliced ham and Swiss on wheat bread, Mandarin oranges, creamy coleslaw

November 3

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

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Chicken bacon sandwich with crispy chicken and bacon, creamy coleslaw, fresh banana

November 4

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

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

November 10

Chicken BBQ with hamburger roll, sliced cinnamon apples, broccoli and carrots, baked custard

Lighter Fare Greek salad with feta cheese, pasta salad, tropical fruit salad, fresh banana

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and dad in tow. But parents on the fence can consider the following guidance as they try to determine when it’s alright for kids to trick-or-treat alone.

Jack-o’-lanterns

on front porches and crisp air are signs that Halloween is right around the corner. Costumes have likely been chosen and bags of candy are undoubtedly hidden in the back of pantries ready to delight trickor-treaters.

Trick-or-treating is one of the most anticipated components of celebrating Halloween, and scores of kids venture door-to-door seeking the best chocolate bars and other candies. Children

typically are chaperoned by their parents or other adults on trick-ortreating ventures. But some day kids will inevitably ask if they can go out alone with their friends. How can parents know when kids are mature enough to go it alone on Halloween?

There are no firm rules regarding when a child can go out trick-or-treating unsupervised. Each child is different, so there’s no uniform answer as to when kids can trick-or-treat without mom

Find out who is going trick-or-treating. Parents may feel more comfortable letting their children wander if they are reassured a group of friends is going en masse rather than the child going solo. There is safety in numbers, so trick-or treating in large groups is a good sign.

Judge the neighborhood critically. Neighborhoods also can be a factor to consider. What may be a safe environment during the day may no longer be so safe when darkness descends and children are unchaperoned. If parents recognize the neighborhood tows the line between being safe and dangerous, they may want to push off trick-or-treating alone until their children are older. But even the neighborhoods parents would characterize as “safe” are not invulnerable to safety issues. It pays to check where registered child predators live nearby, and that information is available to the public in most areas.

How responsible is the child? Some kids mature faster than others. Parents need to factor in their children’s dispositions when they consider if kids should be allowed out to trick-or-treat without adults.

Check in about the game plan. When children get older, trick-or-treating

may be less about grabbing candy and more about spending time with friends, potentially causing mischief. Parents should recognize that kids left to their own devices may be more inclined to act foolishly. It helps to have an idea of what the group of kids will be doing when they go trick-or-treating and how long they plan to be out.

There’s no magic age or situation that tells parents when their children are ready to trick-or-treat without supervision. It’s an individual decision best made after careful consideration.

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ComeHalloween, television networks and streaming services offer their curated takes on frightening flicks worth watching. Some are horror masterpieces and others campy classics.

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Scream: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette return to reprise roles they made famous 25 years ago. A new killer dons the “ghostface” mask and terrorizes a California town. Screams undoubtedly ensue.

Hellbender: A teen and her mother reside in the woods and pursue a passion for making music. A chance encounter with another teen has

Izzy learning about a connection between her family and witchcraft, which causes a rift with her mother.

Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The sequel to the 1974 hit arrives streaming on Netflix. A new group of victims unknowingly disrupt Leatherface’s home and are in for a gruesome surprise.

Fresh: Noa finally meets what appears to be the ideal guy in Steve during a meet-cute in the supermarket. They exchange numbers and begin a relationship, planning to head away for the weekend. The rosy glow of their relationship soon extinguishes when Steve’s warped desires come to the surface.

The Requin: A romantic trip goes south when a couple’s villa is swept to sea during a storm. The couple is forced to do what it takes to survive. The added horror comes from sharks circling them below.

Umma: This supernatural thriller tells the story of Amanda, a quiet beekeeper who receives her mother’s ashes from South Korea. She is told that the mother’s “anger will grow as

long as she remains in the box.” Soon after Amanda is tormented by her mother’s spirit.

Morbius: This offering from Marvel tells the tale of Michael Morbius. When he tries to cure himself of a rare blood disorder, Morbius actually turns himself into a living vampire, blurring the lines between good and evil.

Choose or Die: Viewers will ponder if a video game actually can kill. That’s because young student Kayla stumbles upon an old game from the 1980s that mirrors the “choose your own adventure” books of the era. It offers a $125,000 cash prize to the winner. Having been laid off, Kayla begins play, only to discover that what occurs in the game has very real consequences in her real life.

Studio 666: The rock band Foo Fighters moves into a California mansion to record an album. However, that abode is steeped not only in rock and roll memories, but some grisly history as well.

The thrills of Halloween get even bigger when people watch the latest crop of frightening horror films.

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are one of many

indelible symbols of Halloween. It’s hard to pinpoint the precise origins of jack-o’-lanterns, but many historians trace the tradition to 19th century Ireland. In fact, this instantly recognizable staple of Halloween decor actually gets its name from an Irish folktale character named “Stingy Jack.”

Jack-o’-lanterns are ubiquitous in October, but a refresher course on

carving one can help those who haven’t dusted off their carving skills since last fall.

Don’t carve too early. Though it can be tempting and fun to carve a jacko’-lantern once the calendar turns to October, it’s unlikely the finished product will make it all the way to October 31. Horticulturists indicate that jack-o’-lanterns have a shelf life of roughly five to 10 days, though an

especially cold October could shorten that life expectancy even further. If you want your jack-o’-lantern to greet trick-or-treaters on Halloween, wait to carve it until a few days before the big day.

Use a dry-erase marker to outline the design. It’s easy to make mistakes when carving a jack-o’-lantern, especially if this is your first time using a carving knife since last year. Use a dry-erase marker to trace the design onto the pumpkin before you make a cut. Avoid severing the stem. When many people envision jack-o’-lanterns, the image in their minds is one in which the top of the pumpkin is removed so candles or lights can be effortlessly placed inside. However, the custom pumpkin carving experts at New Yorkbased Maniac Pumpkin Carvers note that removing the top cuts off the vine, which supplies the pumpkin with nutrients and moisture, even after it’s been cut. A whole in the back of the pumpkin can provide easy access when placing candles or lights inside, and cutting here won’t cut off the nutrient and moisture supply a pumpkin needs to avoid drying out.

Scoop everything out. The interior of a pumpkin will be loaded with

seeds, which can be removed and later roasted to make a savory snack. In addition to removing the seeds, be sure to get all of the pulp out. Pulp left in the pumpkin will soon get moldy and that can shorten the lifespan of the jack-o’lantern. In addition, when removing the interior, try scraping the front inner wall of the pumpkin thin, which may make it easier to carve.

Avoid candles when lighting the interior of the jack-o’-lantern. Candles might seem like the most authentic and even spooky way to light the interior of the pumpkin, but the heat produced by a burning candle can shorten the life expectancy of the jack-o’-lantern. An LED light won’t give off much heat and will provide ample illumination.

A few simple tips can help Halloween celebrants ensure their jack-o’-lanterns make it all the way to the big day at the end of October.

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UPMC Expert: Phlebotomy in Health Care

LeAnn Hess, Director Laboratory Services, UPMC in North Central Pa.

Nobodylikes to get poked with a needle and see their own blood streaming through a clear tube. But it can be an important tool in diagnosing and treating medical conditions. Phlebotomy is a quick and mostly painless procedure that can enable physicians to correctly diagnose diseases and figure out the best treatment options. It’s important to know what phlebotomy is, its purpose in health care, and what to expect in your own experience.

What is Phlebotomy?

Phlebotomy is the act of removing blood from the body for medical examination, usually by puncturing a vein in the arm with a needle. This is also known as a venipuncture

or a blood draw. A phlebotomist is a medical professional who is trained to perform blood draws on children and adults. They collect and prepare blood for testing so it can be analyzed in a medical laboratory. They also collect blood for donation.

What’s the Purpose?

Phlebotomy is performed for both diagnostic and treatment purposes. It can be used as a treatment for polycythemia vera, a condition that causes an elevated red blood cell volume (hematocrit). Phlebotomy is also prescribed for patients with disorders that increase the amount of iron in their blood to dangerous levels, such as hemochromatosis, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Patients with pulmonary edema may undergo phlebotomy procedures to decrease their total blood volume.

The results of blood tests are used in most diagnosis in modern

medicine. A wide range of medical issues, such as blood disorders, bacterial infections, viruses, even some types of cancer can be detected through blood tests. This is especially important when patients can’t properly communicate their symptoms, which helps doctors and other health experts properly diagnose the issue.

Preparing for It and What to Expect

You won’t have to do much to prepare for most blood tests. Some require you to fast, or not eat, for 8-12 hours ahead of time. Your doctor will give you instructions prior to the appointment.

To get blood drawn, you’ll sit in a chair or lie down. The phlebotomist will ask you to make a fist with your hand. Then they’ll tie a band, called a tourniquet, around your upper arm. This makes your veins easier to see and feel, which will make it easier to insert the needle in the right place.

After blood is drawn and the needle is removed, pressure is placed on the

puncture site to slow the bleeding and a bandage is applied. Most patients will have a small bruise or mild soreness at the puncture site for several days. During larger blood collections, or treatments, it is not uncommon for a patient to feel dizzy or nauseated during or after phlebotomy. The patient may be encouraged to rest for a short period once the procedure is completed. Patients are also instructed to drink plenty of fluids and eat regularly over the next 24 hours to replace lost blood volume. Patients who experience swelling of the puncture site or continued bleeding after phlebotomy should get medical help at once. As with any invasive procedure, infection is also a risk. This risk can be minimized by the use of prepackaged sterilized equipment and careful attention to proper technique.

LeAnn Hess is the director of laboratory services with UPMC in North Central Pa. For more information, visit UPMC.com/ LabServicesNCPA.

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How Much Water Should You Drink?

most

know, water is essential for life. The human body is composed of approximately 60% of water by weight. Water aids the body in ridding everyday cellular waste, helps to regulate body temperature, keeps joints healthy, and helps to protect tissue. If the body does not get enough water, it becomes dehydrated, which can cause fatigue, headaches, dizziness, dry mouth and skin, and in extreme cases, death. The real question is, how much water do we actually need? This sounds like a straightforward question but can actually be a bit complex. It is common knowledge that drinking water is important, but people have wildly different ideas about how much water is

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necessary. The truth is that the optimal amount of water varies per individual.  Some sources recommend eight glasses per day, while others say 64 ounces. With all the bottles, cups, ounces, and glasses the so-called “experts” recommend, it is no wonder the average person is confused.

The US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends 3.7 liters per day for men and 2.7 liters per day for women, but these are very general guidelines. Water needs vary from person to person and can change under different circumstances. Some factors that can affect water needs for an individual are body size, physical activity, weather and environmental conditions, illness, diet, and for women, pregnancy or

breastfeeding.

People that live in hot, humid, or dry areas or areas at high altitude must adjust their water consumption with their level of perspiration. If a person drinks large of amounts of coffee which contains caffeine, a known diuretic, they will likely need more water than a non-coffee drinker. In addition, some diets are high in water-rich foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, so some of a person’s water needs

can be met through eating. The season also matters as summer is usually considerably hotter than winter months, thus causes more sweating.

Things such as exercise, illness, pregnancy, and breastfeeding are other factors that need to be considered when determining water needs. Most people likely perspire more when exercising than at rest. Someone that is fighting an infection is vomiting, or has other digestive issues may

be losing more water than they are consuming and may need to make a concerted effort to regain optimal fluid levels. Women that are breastfeeding are literally giving their water to their infant, and pregnant women need large amounts of water to produce embryonic fluid and to help their developing baby.

Most authorities suggest using the recommended 3.7 liters for men and 2.7 liters for women as a starting point. Then, increase water

consumption based on body size, health, climate, perspiration, and other factors. Do not trust your thirst to determine water needs. Instead, watch for symptoms of dehydration such as fatigue, dry mouth, headaches, and dark urine, and up your water intake if necessary.

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Northway Road,

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Real Estate Farmette Open House Showings

Sunday, October 23rd & 30th, 2 to 4 P.M. (or by private showing with auctioneer)

Well-constructed “fixer-upper”, two story home, built prior to 1978, with approx. 2,472 sq. ft. on 3.6 acre parcel. Home has a macadam driveway, partial basement, good roof, vinyl & alum siding, 4 BRs, office, 2.5 ba, eat-in kitchen, spacious family room, LR /parlor and DR, rear porch and an attached 2 car garage. Basement also has an exterior exit. Utilities—oil fired furnace with hot water baseboard heat & a LR fireplace insert for a wood fireplace, well water, on-site sewer and 200-amp electric service. Property also has an unattached 20’x 40’ 2 story, garage/workshop/barn with wood heat, upstairs storage space & a 2 yr old metal roof. Home also has a nice yard with a Gazebo next to a small pond and a small stream flowing at the rear of the property. Property could be used for raising a few horses/livestock. Loyalsock school district! Terms: $10,000 real estate property depos it required day of auction, with good PA check or certified funds payable to Marquette’s Auction Marketing, balance at closing within 60 days of sale date. 3% buyer’s premium to be added to the purchase price of real estate. Real estate is sold “as-is” & is subject to owner confirmation. Statements made day of auction take precedence over previously printed material. Inspections may be done prior to auction at potential buyer’s expense.

Tag Sale/Auction Items—Pickup Truck w/Snow Plow-Bri Mar Trailer-Log Splitter-Antiques Woodworking Equipment-Balsawood Airplanes-Shed-Contractor’s Tools-Furniture-Appliances

Special Note: Three items will be auctioned off on Saturday just prior to the real estate auction… the 2007 Ford F-250, the Bri-Mar trailer & the log splitter. Also, the auctioneer reserves the right to auction off any remaining Tag Sale items leftover, following the real estate auction. Hours 9-4 daily or by appointment only! All items priced & sold as-is with no warranties applied. Terms: Cash or good PA check only, ID required. Updated info & pics @ marquetteauctions.com, auctionzip.com ID1907 or GoToAuction.com ID6181. Owners not responsible for accidents. Selling the real estate & contents for the Estate of Paul C. Eck, well known local general contractor. Melinda Bender & Susan Alkus, Co-executrixs.

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The Bookworm Sez

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

“The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers: A Tour of Your Useless Parts, Flaws, and Other Weird Bits” by Rachel Poliquin, illustrated by Clayton Hanmer c.2022, Greystone Kids $18.95

88 pages

Youdon’t need that. Ugh, it’s so frustrating when you ask someone for something and they just say “no” right away. Why didn’t they think about it first, or ask your intentions? What if you spend your own money or find that thing yourself? As a kid, you probably hear “you don’t need that” a lot but in the new book “The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers” by Rachel Poliquin, illustrations by Clayton Hanmer, some things really are so extra.

Let’s face it: your body is a wonderful piece of machinery. It lets you run

and play and write and read and do all kinds of fun things. But there are things inside you that are “useless... leftovers” and “bad patch jobs.”

They’re called vestigial structures, and there was once a time when the human body did need those parts. Not anymore.

Take, for instance, your teeth.

Now, you need your teeth to chew and chomp and bite. You need them to smile. But you don’t need your wisdom teeth as much as

your ancestors did and you don’t have room in your mouth for them anyhow. Besides, they can cause “big trouble,” which is why so many adults have a dentist remove them.

You are a mammal, just like your cat or dog is a mammal, but because your body isn’t covered in fur, you don’t need the muscles that make your hairs stand up to act as insulation and keep you warm. You need clothing instead, and not goosebumps.

Scientists say that we are closely related to monkeys and while we have some body parts in common, again, we humans have extra things.

Monkeys and humans both have muscles that help to climb trees, swing from branches, walk on all fours — muscles that kept our ancestors alive. Monkeys still need these things. Humans — not so much.

Your feet and legs have evolved to walk upright. You have hair where it’s most beneficial for a human like you. Your gut has become a lean, mean digesting machine. And at one time

in your life, you actually had a tail!

You might’ve noticed that kids are inherently collectors of this and that and the other. In “The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers,” they’ll see a collection they never even knew they had, and that nobody has to clean around.

Reading like a guided tour through a museum of curiosities, this book is fictional but based in actual science and its tone is serious but fun — which means that author Rachel Poliquin’s story and illustrations by Clayton Hanmer will teach a kid something effortlessly and on the sly. For easier reference, it’s segmented into different subjects; parents and kids will also be happy to know that this “museum” includes terms and words that are used in real laboratories.

Curious 7-to-11-year-olds will devour this book, and you might expect some excited “did you know?” conversations while your youngster is enjoying it. “The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers” is good and yeah, they need that.

PUBLIC AUCTION

“Thursday” October 27th 2022 • 5:30 pm

143 School Lane Lairdsville Pa. 17742

Approx. 6 miles on 118 East from Hughesville

5:30 P.M. - Very nice Antiques and Collectibles including several cream ringed pottery bowls, cast iron pcs., Budweiser rolling cooler, small amount of furniture and much more!! These Pcs are clean and in very good condition please watch next weeks ad for more listings. For pictures and listing go to auctionzip.com ID#45518, keep checking back as we are adding items daily. We Hope To See You There!!!! Terms: No buyers premium, cash, or good pa check, credit cards with 3.5% loss, 6% sales tax to be applied, buying as is where is, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material.

The Rest of the Story: Forthcoming 2022 Movies

InSeptember, your Webb Weekly film critic offered a list of forthcoming movies for the rest of this year; but the roster was so deep that I split it, planning to cover the last two months with this October column.

In the meantime, Parade magazine beat me to the punch, running a 10/16 story on such imminent releases as: “Weird,” starring Daniel Radcliffe as Al Yankovic (11/4 on Roku); the “Black Panther” franchise entry “Wakanda Forever”; Steven Spielberg’s autobiographical “The Fablemans” (both 11/11); a “Knives Out” sequel called “Glass Onion” (11/24); Guillermo del Toro’s stopmotion “Pinocchio” (12/9 on Netflix); “The Way of Water” — first of James Cameron’s long-awaited “Avatar” sequels (12/16); the Brad Pitt 1920’s Hollywood extravaganza “Babylon” (12/25); and the race drama “Till,” which opens in Williamsport this weekend.

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between now and New Year’s: 11/2:

“The Wonder”

Fans of author Emma Donoghue will be interested in this adaptation of her novel about a 19th-century Irish girl who seems able to survive without food; that 2016 book is almost as good as Donoghue’s better-known “Room.” Florence Pugh stars as a nurse who tends the fasting lass. (On Netflix 11/16)

11/4:

“Spirited”

This modern-day musical update of Charles Dickens’s “Christmas Carol” stars Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell, and Octavia Spencer; speaking as a diehard “Carol” junkie, I’d say this film will be either really good or really bad — probably the latter.

11/16: “Poker Face”

With those big-name titles already getting lots of attention, here are ten lesser-known offerings also due

Directed by Russell Crowe (who also stars), this unheralded title is part high-stakes gambling story, part revenge tale, and part suspense thriller; cue up the trailer to get hooked on its hot-looking plot!

PUBLIC AUCTION

“Friday” November 4th 2022 • 5:30 pm

143 School Lane Lairdsville Pa. 17742

Approx. 6 miles on 118 East from Hughesville

5:30 P.M. - Very nice Antiques and Collectibles, furniture and Nascar die cast, tools, and much much more!! There is a little something for everyone, for pictures and listing go to auctionzip. com ID#45518, keep checking back as we are adding items daily. We Hope To See You There!!!!

Terms: No buyers premium, cash, or good pa check, credit cards with 3.5% loss, 6% sales tax to be applied, buying as is where is, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material.

11/23:

“Strange World”

A family of explorers is the focus of this retro-style adventure from Disney animation; the voice cast includes Jake Gyllenhaal, Dennis Quaid, and Lucy Liu.

11/25:

“Devotion”

Montoursville native Adam Makos has penned four successful nonfiction books about combat in Korea and World War II. Three have been optioned for movies, and this — the first to hit theaters — is the true story of America’s first black Naval aviator. Set during the Korean War, it stars Jonathan Majors (“Da Five Bloods,” “Hostiles”) and Glen Powell (Hangman in “Top Gun: Maverick”).

“Disenchanted”

Yes, you guessed it — a long-overdue sequel to 2007’s smash hit “Enchanted”; it returns original stars Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, and Idina Menzel, adding Maya Rudolph and Oscar Nunez.

12/2:

“Emancipation”

Will Smith stars in this true story of an escaped slave who made his way north in the 1860s and fought for the Union — while photos of his whip-scarred back drew widespread attention to the horrors of slavery. Directed by action

veteran Antoine Fuqua. (On Apple TV)

“Marlowe”

Long-delayed adaptation of the Raymond Chandler tribute novel “Black-Eyed Blonde”; set in the 50s, it stars Liam Neeson, the 18th actor to portray Chandler’s resolute sleuth, Philip Marlowe. Directed by Neil Jordan (“Mona Lisa,” “The Crying Game”); script by William Monahan (“The Departed”); cast includes Jessica Lange, Alan Cumming, and Colm Meaney.

12/14:

“A Man Called Otto”

Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, star in this second screen version of Fredrik Backman’s popular novel “A Man Called Ove.” Directed by Marc Forster, whose eclectic resume includes “World War Z,” “The Kite Runner,” “Quantum of Solace,” “Monster’s Ball,” and “Stranger Than Fiction.”

12/23:

“The Pale Blue Eye”

From director Scott Cooper (“Crazy Heart,” “Hostiles”) comes this 19thcentury murder mystery in which Christian Bale’s detective is aided by Edgar Allan Poe himself (played by Harry Melling). The impressive cast includes Gillian Anderson, Lucy Boynton, Toby Jones, and Robert Duvall. (On Netflix 1/6)

By Edgar Allan Poe

Onceupon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,

Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore, While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, As of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door.

“’Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door, Only this, and nothing more.”

Ah, distinctly I remember it was in the

bleak December,

And each separate dying ember wrought its ghost upon the floor.

Eagerly I wished the morrow;, vainly I had sought to borrow

From my books surcease of sorrow, sorrow for the lost Lenore, For the rare and radiant maiden whom the angels name Lenore, Nameless here for evermore.

And the silken sad uncertain rustling of each purple curtain

Thrilled me, filled me with fantastic terrors never felt before;

So that now, to still the beating of my heart,

I stood repeating, “’Tis some visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door,

Some late visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door;This it is, and nothing more.”

Presently my soul grew stronger; hesitating then no longer, “Sir,” said I, “or Madam, truly your forgiveness I implore;

But the fact is I was napping, and so gently you came rapping, And so faintly you came tapping, tapping at my chamber door, That I scarce was sure I heard you”, here I opened wide the door;Darkness there, and nothing more.

Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there wondering, fearing, Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortals ever dared to dream before; But the silence was unbroken, and the stillness gave no token, And the only word there spoken was the whispered word, “Lenore!”

This I whispered, and an echo murmured back the word, “Lenore!”, Merely this, and nothing more.

Back into the chamber turning, all my soul within me burning, Soon again I heard a tapping somewhat louder than before.

“Surely,” said I, “surely that is something at my window lattice:

Let me see, then, what thereat is, and this

mystery explore, Let my heart be still a moment and this mystery explore;,

‘Tis the wind and nothing more.”

Open here I flung the shutter, when, with many a flirt and flutter, In there stepped a stately raven of the saintly days of yore;

Not the least obeisance made he; not a minute stopped or stayed he;

But, with mien of lord or lady, perched above my chamber door, Perched upon a bust of Pallas just above my chamber door, Perched, and sat, and nothing more.

Then this ebony bird beguiling my sad fancy into smiling, By the grave and stern decorum of the countenance it wore.

“Though thy crest be shorn and shaven, thou,” I said, “art sure no craven, Ghastly grim and ancient raven wandering from the Nightly shore, Tell me what thy lordly name is on the Night’s Plutonian shore!”

Quoth the Raven, “Nevermore.”

Much I marveled this ungainly fowl to hear discourse so plainly,

Though its answer little meaning, little relevancy bore;

For we cannot help agreeing that no living human being

Ever yet was blest with seeing bird above his chamber door, Bird or beast upon the sculptured bust

above his chamber door, With such name as “Nevermore.”

But the raven, sitting lonely on the placid bust, spoke only

That one word, as if his soul in that one word he did outpour.

Nothing further then he uttered, not a feather then he fluttered, Till I scarcely more than muttered, “other friends have flown before, On the morrow he will leave me, as my hopes have flown before.” Then the bird said, “Nevermore.”

Startled at the stillness broken by reply so aptly spoken, “Doubtless,” said I, “what it utters is its only stock and store, Caught from some unhappy master whom unmerciful Disaster

Followed fast and followed faster till his songs one burden bore, Till the dirges of his Hope that melancholy burden bore Of ‘Never, nevermore’.”

But the Raven still beguiling all my fancy into smiling,

Straight I wheeled a cushioned seat in front of bird, and bust and door;

Then upon the velvet sinking, I betook myself to linking

Fancy unto fancy, thinking what this ominous bird of yore, What this grim, ungainly, ghastly, gaunt and ominous bird of yore

Meant in croaking “Nevermore.”

This I sat engaged in guessing, but no syllable expressing

To the fowl whose fiery eyes now burned into my bosom’s core;

This and more I sat divining, with my head at ease reclining

On the cushion’s velvet lining that the lamplight gloated o’er,

But whose velvet violet lining with the lamplight gloating o’er, She shall press, ah, nevermore!

Then methought the air grew denser, perfumed from an unseen censer

Swung by Seraphim whose footfalls tinkled on the tufted floor.

“Wretch,” I cried, “thy God hath lent thee, by these angels he hath sent thee Respite, respite and nepenthe, from thy memories of Lenore!

Quaff, oh quaff this kind nepenthe and forget this lost Lenore!”

Quoth the Raven, “Nevermore.”

“Prophet!” said I, “thing of evil!, prophet still, if bird or devil!,

Whether Tempter sent, or whether tempest tossed thee here ashore, Desolate yet all undaunted, on this desert land enchanted,

On this home by horror haunted, tell me truly, I implore, Is there, is there balm in Gilead?, tell me, tell me, I implore!”

Quoth the Raven, “Nevermore.”

“Prophet!” said I, “thing of evil, prophet still, if bird or devil!

By that Heaven that bends above us, by that God we both adore, Tell this soul with sorrow laden if, within the distant Aidenn, It shall clasp a sainted maiden whom the angels name Lenore, Clasp a rare and radiant maiden whom the angels name Lenore.”

Quoth the Raven, “Nevermore.”

“Be that word our sign in parting, bird or fiend,” I shrieked, upstarting, “Get thee back into the tempest and the Night’s Plutonian shore!

Leave no black plume as a token of that lie thy soul hath spoken!

Leave my loneliness unbroken!, quit the bust above my door!

Take thy beak from out my heart, and take thy form from off my door!”

Quoth the Raven, “Nevermore.”

And the Raven, never flitting, still is sitting, still is sitting

On the pallid bust of Pallas just above my chamber door;

And his eyes have all the seeming of a demon’s that is dreaming, And the lamplight o’er him streaming throws his shadow on the floor;

And my soul from out that shadow that lies floating on the floor Shall be lifted, nevermore!

Sat.

End Mtn.

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Halloween Craft Ideas for Kids

Halloween is an enjoyable holiday for all, but particularly for children. Kids enjoy the opportunity to channel their whimsy and imagination, whether that involves choosing a clever costume or helping design the theme and scope of home decorations.

Parents, guardians and educators can channel the creativity inspired by Halloween into various craft projects. Crafts can not only keep children busy when the “I’m bored” lamentations inevitably turn up, but crafts also are a way to keep children off of screens. Plus, the items that children create can be used to decorate rooms in the house — helping to curb added expenses on commercial decor.

The following are some Halloween crafts children can make alone or with the help of older siblings and parents.

Jack’s slime

The toothy grins of jack-o’-lanterns can be seen just about everywhere come Halloween, and the bright orange color of pumpkins heralds the start of fall. What better way to say “Halloween is here” than with a craft that can be displayed and also played with? Slime is something that’s always a big hit with kids. Here’s a recipe for slime, courtesy of The Best Ideas for Kids.

• 6 ounces of Elmer’s glue (substituting with another brand of glue may not produce the same results)

• Orange food coloring to create desired hue

• 1⁄2 teaspoon of baking soda

• 11⁄2 tablespoons of contact lens solution (one that contains boric acid in the ingredient list, as that is what causes the chemical reaction to form slime)

• Optional: 2 tablespoons of water added to the glue before the baking soda if you desire a stretchier slime

• Black felt or black construction

paper, cut into the eyes and mouth of a jack-o’-lantern

• Small mason jar with lid Decorate the mason jar using a bit of glue to stick the black paper or felt face pieces to the outside of the jar. Mix all the ingredients of the slime in a small bowl and pour into the decorated jar.

Forest spider

Take a trip to a nearby forest or wooded trail and gather up round pinecones that have fallen. Purchase brown pipe cleaners and cut four of the cleaners in half to form eight legs. Glue the legs on the pinecone and attach several small googly eyes and two larger ones to form the eyes of the spider.

Paper roll treat holders

Rather than discarding the tubes inside of paper towel or toilet paper rolls, let kids transform them into monster craft treat holders. They’ll be perfect for party favors or even to give out to neighborhood trickor-treaters. Cover the bottoms of the rolls with masking tape so treats won’t fall out. Paint the outside of

the cardboard rolls and let dry. An alternative is to cover the rolls in colored paper for less messy fun. Then use markers or paper cutouts to form faces of the monsters. Fill the rolls with treats, then stuff a piece of tissue paper in each top to add even more personality to the creations and hide the treats inside.

Ghostly leaves

Make a truly eco-friendly craft on Halloween, with ghosts made out of leaves, eliminating the need to use extra paper. Paint large leaves with white paint. On the narrowmost point on top of the leaves, paint black eyes and mouths. When completely dry, scatter on a table or sideboard for some scary fun, or use double-sided tape to stick to windows and doors.

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How to Keep Kids Safe on Halloween

WhenHalloween arrives each October, most people are interested in the entertaining aspects of the holiday in addition to the abundance of sweet foods that are there for the taking. Even though fun may be foremost on the brain, it is important for everyone to keep safety in mind as well.

According to the Florida Law Group, Halloween is a time of heightened injuries and fatalities, and is actually the deadliest day of the year for children. A State Farm Insurance study that analyzed four million fatalities between 1990 and 2010 discovered children are twice as likely to die on Halloween as they are on any other day of the year. Data published in the Wall Street Journal indicated children between the ages of four and eight are 10 times more likely to be fatally injured by a car on Halloween than any other day of the year. While no one wants to put a damper on Halloween festivities, it’s important

that everyone celebrate safely. Keep weekdays in mind

Halloween falls on a Monday in 2022 and that could be more dangerous than if it fell on a weekend. According to Autoinsurance.com, which conducted a study that analyzed 24 years’ worth of data provided

the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), injuries to children and pedestrians in general were higher on weeknight than weekend holidays, with most accidents occurring between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. — prime commuter time. Exercise extreme caution walking around this year.

Opt for face paints over masks

Medical masks may still be worn by some families as precautions against COVID-19. However, when it comes to Halloween costumes, face paints are preferable to masks and other face coverings. Masks tend to limit visibility, which can lead to kids tripping and falling, or even not being able to see cars or other pedestrians. Follow safety instructions when using face paints around the eyes and mouth.

Improve visibility all around In late October, the sun sets at 5:50 p.m. on average (for New York City according to 2021 data). Sunset will occur earlier the more north one is located latitudinally. With darkness descending during peak trick-ortreating times, it’s imperative that children carry flashlights or glow

sticks or utilize reflective tape on their costumes so others can see them.

Traverse familiar areas

Children trick-or-treating with adults may be able to venture a bit further in pursuit of treats, but it is generally safer to stay close to home where surroundings are familiar. This reduces the propensity for getting lost or wandering into sketchy situations. Older kids allowed to venture out on their own would be wise to stay close to home as well. Neighbors can assist if something goes awry and there’s less chance of getting turned around. What homeowners can do

Even though safety is largely on the shoulders of trick-or-treaters, homeowners and renters can do their part to ensure the safety of those enjoying Halloween hijinks. Make sure walkways to doors are clear. Have additional lights on pathways or overhead to improve visibility. Contain pets indoors, as they may become skittish on Halloween with extra crowds and noises. Don’t run the risk of kids getting scratched or bitten.

Embracing various safety strategies can help make Halloween even more enjoyable.

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Spooky Snacks that Make Halloween Pop

Fromwatching scary movies to dressing up as ghouls and goblins, spooky season means it’s time to pop up your loved ones’ favorite snacks for a ghostly good time. Before heading out to trick-or-treat, gather your minions in the kitchen for some familyfriendly fun crafting these haunting yet tasty treats.

Throughout October, you can honor National Popcorn Poppin’ Month with eerie, delicious eats like Spooky Popcorn Spider Web, Green Halloween Zombies, Witchy Popcorn Balls and Popcorn Caramel Apples that add festive fun to the Halloween excitement.

As a perfect ingredient in treats of all types, popcorn is beloved for its seedto-snack simplicity as a non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free snack that’s naturally low in fat and calories. Add in its irresistible smell, taste and versatility, and it’s easy to see why it pairs so well with spooky celebrations.

Spooky Popcorn Spider Web

Yield: 1 spider web Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup butter

• 8 cups mini marshmallows, divided

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

• 9 cups popped popcorn, divided

• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, divided

• black string licorice

• candy eyes

Line round pizza pan with parchment paper; set aside. In large saucepan over low heat, melt butter; stir in 5 cups marshmallows, stirring constantly, 3-4 minutes, or until completely melted. Stir in vanilla. Remove from heat. Stir in 8 cups popcorn until coated. Spread onto prepared pizza pan in irregular round shape, about 1-inch thick, to resemble spider web. Refrigerate about 15 minutes, or until firm.

In microwave, melt remaining marshmallows about 20 seconds, or until melted.

Using spatula, string strands of melted marshmallow over popcorn spider web to create cobweb effect.

In heatproof bowl set over saucepan of hot (not boiling) water, melt 3/4 cup chocolate chips; cool slightly. In large bowl of remaining popcorn, pour chocolate over popcorn, folding gently to coat. Spread mixture on waxed paperlined baking sheet, separating into eight small clusters. Affix two candy eyes to each popcorn cluster. Refrigerate 10-15 minutes, or until set.

Melt remaining chocolate chips. Cut licorice into 1-inch lengths. Using small

spoon, dab circles of chocolate onto spider web. Affix chocolate-coated popcorn onto chocolate circles. Affix licorice lengths to chocolate popcorn clusters to resemble spider legs.

Refrigerate 15 minutes, or until set. To serve, cut into smaller pieces.

Witchy Popcorn Balls

Yield: 8 popcorn balls

Ingredient:

• 16 chocolate wafer cookies

• nonstick cooking spray

• 3 quarts popped popcorn

• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter or margarine

• 3 cups miniature marshmallows

• 3 tablespoons (1/2 of 3-ounce box) lime gelatin dessert mix

• green food color (optional)

• 3/4 cup chocolate chips

• licorice strings

• 8 chocolate ice cream cones

• orange sugar sprinkles, placed in small dish

• jelly beans

• candy corns

Spread sheet of waxed or parchment paper over work surface and place wafer cookies on it.

Spray large mixing bowl with nonstick

cooking spray and place popcorn inside.

In medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in marshmallows and gelatin powder until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Adjust color with 1-2 drops food color, if desired. Pour mixture over popcorn and mix until coated.

Spray hands with nonstick cooking spray and press firmly to form into eight balls. Place balls on eight wafer cookies. Press candy decorations into popcorn balls to form “eyes,” “nose” and “mouth.”

In small, microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips, covered, 10 seconds. Stir to aid melting. Repeat as needed until chocolate is melted and smooth.

Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon melted chocolate on top of each popcorn ball.

Press licorice strings into chocolate to form “hair.”

Dip cone edges into melted chocolate then orange sugar sprinkles. Place on remaining wafer cookies to form “witches’ hats.” Place hats on popcorn balls. Allow chocolate to set about 45 minutes before serving.

Serve or seal individually in plastic wrap.

Green Halloween Zombies

Yield: about 7 pieces

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 quarts popped popcorn

• 6 tablespoons butter or margarine

• 3 cups mini marshmallows

• 4 tablespoons lime gelatin powder

• red gum balls

• candy corn

• flat green candy strips or fruit leather

• green sugar sprinkles

Place popcorn in large bowl; set aside.

In medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir marshmallows into butter until melted. Stir in gelatin powder until evenly colored.

Pour melted mixture over popcorn and stir until evenly coated. With buttered hands, shape popcorn into seven ovals.

Flatten one oval slightly and squeeze one end to form “skull” shape. Place on

parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining ovals.

To decorate: Press two gumballs into each skull to form “eyes.” Press candy corn into skull to form “teeth.” Use scissors to trim candy strips and press into top for “hair.” Sprinkle with sugar sprinkles.

Allow “zombies” to set about 20 minutes before wrapping individually in plastic wrap or serve immediately.

Popcorn Caramel Apples Yield: 4 apples

Ingredients:

• 1 quart freshly popped popcorn

• 1 package (9 1/2 ounces, 35 total) caramels, unwrapped

• 1/4 cup light cream or half-and-half

• 4 lollipop sticks or wooden candy apple sticks

• 4 apples

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

• sugar sprinkles

• decorative ribbon (optional)

Place popcorn in large bowl; set aside. Place sheet of waxed paper on work surface.

In small saucepan over medium-low heat, heat caramels and cream. Stir frequently until caramels are melted and cream is blended into caramels.

Push one stick into apple center and dip

into caramel. Spoon caramel over apple to coat. Repeat with remaining apples.

Place caramel-coated apple in bowl of popcorn and press popcorn onto caramel to cover. Place apple on waxed paper to set; repeat with remaining apples.

In small, resealable plastic bag, microwave chocolate chips 10 seconds and press chips to aid melting. Repeat, heating at 10-second intervals, until chips are completely melted. Cut small corner off bag and squeeze chocolate onto each apple, allowing chocolate to drip down sides. Sprinkle with sugar sprinkles. Tie bow to each apple stick, if desired. To serve, cut apples into slices. (Family Features & Popcorn Board)

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Penn College Offering Free FAFSA Assistance

Financial Aid Office at Pennsylvania College of Technology is offering its resources to help current and future college students and their families complete the 2023-24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Colleges and universities require the FAFSA to determine student eligibility for federal and state grants,

federal loans, and some scholarships. Penn College is hosting free FAFSA completion workshops to facilitate the online application process.

The sessions are scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 15, and Monday, Jan. 23, from 4-7 p.m. in Room 202 of the college’s Madigan Library. Oneon-one assistance in the Financial Aid Office is also available via

appointment. Registration is required for both options.

Students currently enrolled or planning to attend any college or university are invited. Students who are 23 or younger should be accompanied by a parent. Most first-time students can complete the FAFSA within 45 minutes. Attendees planning to submit their FAFSA should create a student and/ or parent FSA ID at least three days prior at www.studentaid.gov. They should also bring copies of their 2021 financial documents, including federal tax returns, W-2 forms, untaxed income statements, record of child support paid or received, and amount of their current assets.

Financial Aid staff will help student and parent taxpayers use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool, which allows FAFSA filers to electronically transfer federal tax return information into the FAFSA.

“Our Financial Aid team is excited to once again host this important event,” said Jessica S. Hunter, director of financial aid at Penn College.

“Completing the FAFSA is essential. It’s the cornerstone application in the financial aid process. Our goal is to help each student establish a foundation that puts them in position to maximize all financial aid resources. We understand that the financial aid process can be stressful, but we are here to assist students and their families successfully navigate the process.”

To register for the FAFSA completion session or one-on-one in-office assistance, visit www.pct.edu/finaid, email finaid@pct.edu or call the Financial Aid Office at 570-327-4766.

Penn College is a national leader in applied technology education. Visit www.pct.edu, email admissions@pct. edu or call toll-free 800-367-9222.

WAHS Students Guaranteed Admission, Housing at Commonwealth University Campuses

Williamsport

Area

High School students now have guaranteed admission to Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, thanks to an agreement recently signed by the Williamsport Area School District.

Under the agreement, all WAHS graduates now have guaranteed admission to the Bloomsburg, Lock Haven or Mansfield campuses as well as on-campus housing for up to four years of full-time enrollment.

Students must apply prior to Dec. 15 of their senior year to qualify and meet all application requirements.

Commonwealth University also will provide merit-based scholarship opportunities to students meeting certain grade point average requirements.

The four tiers of the scholarship are:

– Tier 1: 95% or above or 3.8 to 4.0 cumulative GPA— $28,000; $7,000 annually

– Tier 2: 90-94% or above or 3.5 to 3.79 cumulative GPA — $24,000;

$6,000 annually

– Tier 3: 85-89% or above or 3.0 to 3.49 cumulative GPA — $16,000; $4,000 annually

– Tier 4: 80-84% or above or 2.5 to 2.99 cumulative GPA — $12,000; $3,000 annually

All scholarship recipients must be enrolled full time and have 12 or more credit hours per academic semester. A minimum GPA of 2.5 must be maintained and the student must remain in good academic standing.

On-campus housing is guaranteed at any of the three campuses for up to four years of full-time student enrollment.

“This is a great opportunity for our graduating seniors,” said Principal Dr. Justin Ross. “Entering into this agreement has helped to clear the path for our students, regardless of their socioeconomic status, to attend any of these three university campuses to obtain a college degree. We’re extremely grateful this agreement is now in place and will serve our graduates well for years to come.”

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The Roving Sportsman… Makin’ Jerky

By Jon Pries

Thereare an amazing number of ways that you can use venison for breakfast, lunch, or dinner menus, and when it comes to snacks, using venison to make jerky tops the list. Venison jerky is popular among all ages, and it is as easy to make as 1-23-4.

That is slice – marinade – dehydrate – and vacuum pack! In each of these steps, you can vary the process according to your particular taste. Slice:

Hindquarters, shoulders, and neck meat are ideal for making jerky. While a commercial slicer will yield uniform cuts, it is simple to use a butcher knife and slice the meat into 1/8 to 3/16-inch pieces that can vary from bite-size slabs to larger pieces for easier packaging. When slicing the meat, it is best to completely chill the meat or even wait until it is partially frozen.

Marinade: This is the step that has a lot of options. Numerous companies have a long list of choices when it comes to seasonings and marinades for game meats such as venison.

New Primal liquid marinades include The Classic, Citrus Herb, Classic BBQ, Mustard BBQ, Smoky BBQ, Hot & Spicy, and Soy-Free Teriyaki. Let your taste buds guide you as to which one to try first.

Place the meat slices in a zip-loc bag and add the marinade; refrigerate for 24-48 hours, frequently moving the bag around to make sure the marinade is equally covering all of the pieces.

Hi Mountain Jerky Cure & Seasoning Packs of dry mix include The Original Blend, Hickory Blend, Pepper Blend, Sweet & Spicy Blend, Cracked Pepper & Garlic Blend, Mandarin Teriyaki Blend, Mesquite Blend, Hunter’s Blend, Inferno Blend, Cajun Blend, Bourbon BBQ Blend, Jalapeno Blend, and Pepper-

oni Blend.

That’s enough variety to satisfy anyone’s taste!

Cabela’s even has its own brand of Jerky Making Kit called the Ultimate Pack.

The Hi Mountain and Cabela’s products are all dry mixes for the marinating stage of making jerky. Follow the directions on the package to complete the marinade process.

Dehydrate:

A commercial or stand-alone dehydrator is ideal for this step, but your existing oven is also very effective in the dehydrating process.

Follow the temperature and timing instructions included with your dehydrator. Generally, the process should take about 4 – 6 hours at a low temperature.

You can vary the time somewhat to satisfy your preference of just how tender you want the end product to be.

Vacuum Pack:

Using a vacuum packing machine is the best way to safely store the pieces of venison jerky, and if you

are not going to use it right away, it would also be advisable to go ahead and freeze the packs for later use.

If you are going to consume some of the jerky in the next week or two, using a zip-loc bag and placing it in the refrigerator will suffice.

There is an option to slice the venison into strips, and that is to use venison burger in the process of making jerky. Jerky “guns” are designed like the painter’s caulking gun to make venison sticks of marinated burgers that can then be dehydrated and vacuum-packed, just like the strips of sliced meat.

Making jerky using the above process is a fun and rewarding experience, but if it all seems too cumbersome to do, look for a local butcher who processes venison and just might include jerky as one of his offerings.

The Stoltzfus Butcher Shop outside of Mill Hall is one such place, and they offer several flavors of jerky made with venison.

If you haven’t done so already, try making venison jerky, and I think you will be glad that you did!

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Many Bear Hunting Opportunities In Pennsylvania

Spotting

a bear in Pennsylvania is certainly not all that unusual, especially in our part of the state. For some of us who live outside of town, seeing a bear or two in the course of a year is no surprise, and in fact, some folks who live in town have reported bear sightings in their yards and driveways. A few years ago, I watched the Game Commission capture a bear that had crossed at the end of the parking lot at the Muncy Hospital and went up a tree next to Route 180. Over the past couple of months, my wife and I have had a black bear set off our front door ring camera; they literally walked within inches of the front door and, on one occasion, in broad daylight.

It’s not surprising that bear sightings seem to be on the increase throughout

the state since our estimated bear population is believed to be around 16,000 animals. That estimate is actually down a bit from a few years ago, but that’s still a very healthy population. I might add that Pennsylvania’s bears are some of the heaviest black bears in the lower 48 states, no doubt due to the abundant food supply.

We were not always blessed with these high numbers. For example, between 1915 and 1979, the average bear harvest was 424 bears per season. Compare those harvest numbers to last year’s take of 3,659, and that’s only the state’s fifth-best harvest.

Of course, we not only have more bears, but we also have more bearhunting opportunities and, in turn, a lot more people hunting bears these days. In addition to some special

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archery hunting opportunities in a few specified WMUs, our area offers bow hunters a chance to take a bear from Oct. 15 through Nov. 5. The statewide muzzleloader bear season runs from Oct. 15 through the 22, and then a special firearms season for juniors, seniors, and those on active-duty military service from Oct. 20-22. These seasons are then followed by the general statewide bear season, November 19-22, which includes a Sunday hunt. On top of all of that, there are extended bear

hunting opportunities in certain WMUs from Nov.26 through Dec. 3 and in some other units from Nov. 26 through Dec. 10; check your regulation booklet to see what units are included.

I’ll admit that I am not an avid bear hunter, but while on a hunt in Montana years ago, I managed to take a 200-pound cinnamon bear which is a different color phase of a black bear. I have that bear mounted, so my thinking now is to hold off unless I can take one considerably

bigger. However, my wife has a bear tag and may not be as picky. If you are looking for a bear this year, you may want to focus your attention on where and what the bears are feeding on during the season you’re hunting. Late summer, they may well have been in the farmers’ fields or maybe even your bird feeders and garbage cans, but as winter approaches, bears are beginning to look for hard masts like acorns and beechnuts. Bears need to pack on some serious weight before winter

sets in, and acorns and beechnuts provide those necessary calories.

Where to go? Lycoming, Potter, Tioga, and Pike counties lead the state in bear harvest numbers. Lycoming County is tops, with 212 taken last year and 186 in 2020. Remember, by law, you must report your harvest within 24 hours. There are no check stations open during the earlier special seasons, so you must call the Game Commission’s dispatch center at 1-833-PGC-HUNT or 1-833-PGC-WILD.

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A New Challenge Awaits

Describing

himself as “a basketball junkie,” newly named South Williamsport girls’ basketball coach Dean Kriebel’s upcoming on-court challenge isn’t nearly as daunting as the tenmonth cancer foe he successfully defeated during the past year.

“Two years ago, I had the opportunity to get back in the game coaching the boys’ seventhgrade team, and I really enjoyed that,” Kriebel explained. “It got my blood boiling again regarding my love of the game. Last year when I couldn’t participate, watching the games at home was brutal, and it made me appreciate how great it had been to be involved in the game.

“When the previous coach stepped away in early September, I talked with [daughter] Lacy and [wife] Amy and decided it would be best for me to apply for the job. The seniors that are now on the team were girls Amy and I coached when they were in elementary school. So we coached them when they were first starting to play the game and now have the opportunity to coach them as they finish their high school careers.”

Kriebel’s basketball pedigree has laid the groundwork to face the hardwood tests awaiting his Lady Mounties in the upcoming season.

Following a successful high school career

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at Whitehall, he moved on to Lock Haven University, where he made his mark on and off the court; becoming the school’s all-time leading scorer and meeting Amy Barger (a 1,000-point scorer at LHU), who he would later marry. His success at Lock Haven and an outstanding summer playing in Philadelphia’s Baker League resulted in an invitation from the Philadelphia 76ers to join the NBA team in pre-season camp.

“I had to make adjustments, but I was ecstatic,” said the 6’8” Kriebel. “Coming from Whitehall, nobody ever thought I’d do as well as I did, let alone get an opportunity with an NBA team.

“Offensively, it was a matter of catching the ball and shooting it right away. I was going against bigger and quicker guys, and you had to get the shot off right away. In college, I could take my time because I was usually bigger than the guy guarding me; it was the same thing on defense. I was going against guys who were really quick and bigger than I was.”

While Kriebel’s dream of playing in the NBA ultimately fell short of his goal, it is something he has long remembered.

“That opportunity to be a member of a professional basketball team, even though it was for a short time, and just getting to wear a Sixer uniform and be able to bang the boards with guys like Charles Barkley

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was quite a thrill. I was someone who always thought I’d have to buy a front-row ticket at the Spectrum to see the Sixers that up close.”

Although he now watches the 76ers games on TV, he is ready to pass on some of those past basketball challenges to the young ladies wearing South’s blue & white.

“I like to challenge the kids to reach their full potential by asking them to do things that they don’t think they can do. I like to keep an upbeat practice. I want to keep it fun, but I am a firm believer that if our practices are hard when they get into a game situation, the game becomes easy. I want to have fun. I want the team to be competitive, and we definitely want to win. We have a good chance to have an outstanding season, and that will be our team goal.

“I always want to play good competition, and our early season schedule is pretty brutal. Our six-game non-conference schedule includes games with Marion Catholic, Hughesville, Northumberland Christian (last year’s Class A state champion), Minersville, Bloomsburg, and Mt. Carmel. We’ll be facing these teams right off the bat and only have two weeks of practice this year before the season starts, so we have to hit the ground running.

“We lost an outstanding player in Claudia Green, but we have three all-conference players returning (seniors Piper Minier & Aleigha Rieppel and sophomore Lacy Kriebel) plus senior starter, Sophia Casella.

Senior Zoe Threeton and sophomores Alizabeth Schuler and Abby Akers all have varsity experience; plus, we have some

promising freshmen joining the team this year. I think we are pretty solid, and we are athletic.

“I want us to play fast and push the ball and see flames coming off the heels of the girls’ sneakers. Piper may be the best point guard in the conference, and with her speed and athleticism, we are best served by playing an up-tempo style.

“I want our players to be competitive and do the little things that it takes to win. Things like 50/50 balls, rebounding, and not shying away from contact. We have some scrappers on this team. We have such nice kids, but when we are on the court, I don’t want nice kids. Once we get on the floor, I want the team to play hard and aggressive.

Asked about the challenges of coaching his own daughter, Krieble was upbeat.

“When a coach has a son or daughter on the team, I know it presents challenges other coaches don’t face. It’s tough to coach your own kid. When the possibility of me coaching came up, we talked about it. I told Lacy she has to change, and so do I. When we walk on that court, I’m coach. When we get in the car and go home, I’m Dad again. Those are the adjustments we have to make together. We’ve had serious talks about it, and I am confident it will work out. We’ll work through it, and it will come out for the best in the end.”

For Dean Kriebel, the basketball court is a comfort zone. He’s already faced more difficult challenges.

Iwasrecently asked to tee it up in a few tournaments. I used to love golf, but now it’s totally different. Yes. I am back to coaching at my alma mater. I am enjoying my interactions with the Lycoming College Warriors. But I don’t play much. It’s cool. I don’t miss it. I seriously can’t remember the last time I played my own ball. It has been a few years, as I now mostly stick to scrambles. Isn’t it funny how things go in cycles?

I used to be a rather good player. Feel free to take a look at my scrapbook. My entire life was built around the game. I golfed in high school and in college. My very first real job was with the United States Golf Association. I worked at White Deer Golf Course for 15 years. This is my second stint at Lycoming. My 16th season. Yes. I have played in many individual and team tournaments. Golf was a huge part of it.

Scrambles are a great way to keep things competitive. Everyone hits. You pick the best shot and keep at it. All walks of life can enjoy and add to this format. Good players help, but they are not required.

Now, I can still play from tee to green. I am getting shorter. But my wedge

game is still elite. Putting was never my forte, and I tend to always miss. Thankfully in a scramble, you have three others that can help. Sometimes you get lucky and hole a putt. Scrambles are solid fundraisers. I would participate more, but they can get costly. I usually hold out for someone who is buying.

I played with a few chums in the Lycoming Homecoming Outing at Williamsport CC a few weeks back. One of our usuals was away, so we needed a scab. Times are tough, and we tried hard. My father got the nod after many invites.

Big Spence hasn’t swung a club in at least five seasons. He had to rummage through my closet for a polo. I put together a mixed bag as he doesn’t have his own set. Jim did his best, but he isn’t very good. I think we only used two of his shots, and he killed a few squirrels. Pops even got to play from the forward tees, but that didn’t help. It didn’t matter as I had a great time with my dad. It

was a good five hours well spent. Jim remembers faces but totally butchered several names. He had fun but said he was OK if he never had to golf again. It sure was fun while it lasted.

This past Sunday, my buddy Bob told me that I was playing in the Montgomery Elementary Wrestling Boosters. We usually stack a team but decided to do something different. Bob’s son Camron is a freshman at Williamsport Area. He plays on the golf team and was looking for a little action. They asked if my son was interested. Geez. Jensen is a total rookie. He has no experience. We did play four holes when he was five. Jensen has only hit a few wedges in the backyard. My son has never shown any interest. He loves basketball. He enjoys baseball. But I never pushed it. Golf is different. It is too damn expensive. It is way too hard. Kids are too busy. And golf just isn’t cool with our youngsters.

Jensen agreed when I told him that I would pay him. He also requested to drive the cart — another added bonus. We got to the course, and he was somewhat nervous. Jensen swung and missed many times, but he didn’t get frustrated. He did make contact on a few occasions. Jensen lost a dozen golf balls. No worries. We used his tee shot and approach on the third hole. He didn’t make a putt, but neither did

his father. I was so proud of him for hanging in. Jensen and I had a blast, and he is hooked. He actually asked if we could play more holes. He now wants some new clubs for Christmas. Mom was actually supportive. I never heard him laugh so hard. Hopefully, this was the first of many father-son outings. Golf is a family game. All three Spencers are self-taught. We have similar setups with very different results. My father isn’t very good. He says he quit. I can still hang, and perhaps I am getting the bug again. Jensen is now showing interest. He wants to play more. It is a beautiful thing. Cheers.

Jamie Spencer

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SEALED BIDS ARE REQUESTED BY THE EAST LYCOMING SCHOOL DISTRICT for a new Passenger Van and/or Cargo Van. Specifications are available at www. elsd.org/vans. Bids will be received in the District Office until 9:00 AM prevailing time, Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Envelopes must be clearly marked “BID FOR VAN”. The East Lycoming School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. 167922

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ESTATE SALE

CAS ESTATE SALE 1400 Ritchey St. Williamsport, Thurs/ Fri., Oct. 27/28, 8am-5pm. Furn., long guns, coins, Military items, fishing tackle, lots of VINTAGE items incl. pharmaceutical from Lakatos Pharmacy, electronics, toys/games, magazines, stamp collection, old bottles, Stroehmann items, local memorabilia, old typewriters and sewing machines, beer, and cig. signs and displays, Ansonia bronze mantle clock. Also, Muncy year books, DVDs, CDs, Xbox and games, Longaberger baskets, prints, Matchbox cars, glassware, jewelry, kitchen items, linens, nice ladies’ clothing/purses/shoes, and much more. ½ price Fri. For pictures: www.casestatesales. com .168107

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MOVING SALE

MOVING SALE OCTOBER 27th, 28th, & 29th, 7-4pm. 64 Shick Road, Montoursville. Clean Household Items. 168250

PERFECT-2-PERFECT is having a moving sale at 115 Tiffany Dr, Williamsport. Old Lycoming Twp this Thur-Fri Oct 27 & 28. Lot of household goods, toys, garden and lawn supplies and some furniture items. See onlinetradingassistant.com for more info and photos. 168078

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HESHBON PARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2898 Heshbon Road, Williamsport (Turn Off Of Lycoming Creek Road) Pastor Jane O’Borski.

Worship 9AM, Sunday School 10:15 AM. 165831

GENERAL MERCH. ITEMS FOR SALE. Kitchen

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PELLET STOVE. Good For Small Apartment Or Cabin. Non-Electric, Gravity Fed Hopper. 570-547-2990. 167901

TORO FLEX FORCE 16” Chainsaw With Battery And Charger. Used Only 2 Hours, Not Enough Run-Time For My Purpose. New, $299.00, Asking $175.00. Bob-O-Pedic Mattress With Adjustable Frame And Mattress Protector, 4 Years Old. New$3,500.00, Make Offer 740350-5573. 168098

NEW ASHLEY, NATURAL GAS Heater Direct Vent 17,000 BTU, Cream. $533.00 Firm. Call/Msg 570-998-9463. 168069

EDENPURE HEATER With Remote. Large Room Size, Works Great. USA Made. $160.00 OBO 570-745-7195. 167927

SAFE STEP. North America’s #1 Walk-in tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-theline installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1600 off - limited time! Financing available. 1-855-417-1306. C11

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

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

PUT ON YOUR TV EARS & hear TV w/unmatched clarity. TV Ears Original - originally $129.95 - now w/this special offer only $59.95 w/code MCB59! 1-888-805-0840. C11

THE GENERAC PWRCELL, a solar plus battery storage system. SAVE money, reduce your reliance on the grid, prepare for power outages and power your home. Full installation services available. $0 Down Financing Option. Request a FREE, no obligation, quote today. Call 1-866-783-0292. M11

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES TODAY with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options Request a FREE Quote – Call now before the next power outage: 1-855-465-7624. M11

SAFE STEP. North America ’s #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

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FREE, CAMPFIRE WOOD. Not recommended for indoor use. You pick up and You haul away. Address 2602 Kehrer Hill Road, Montoursville. 570-9166714.

Welding

ATTENTION OXYGEN Inogen

One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. Free info kit. Call 877from

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WANTED: VINTAGE BOOKS Or Old Novels. Local History And More. Large Or Small Amounts Wanted. We Buy. 570-725-2405. Leave Message On Extn: 1. 167917

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”

BUYING RECORDS!!! Sonic

Ascension Records Is Buying Albums And 45’s. Rock, Blues, Jazz, Punk, And Metal. No Collection Too Big Or Small. Cash Paid On The Spot! Call 570-360-3486 Or Find Us On Facebook. 167705

BY GONE ANTIQUES

BUYING JEWELRY, JEWELRY, JEWELRY GALORE! Pre 1960’s Glitzy And Gaudy

Vintage Costume & Designer Jewelry. Estate Jewelry, Antique Jewelry, Gold Jewelry (Old Or New), Sterling Jewelry, Sterling Silver Items And Quality Antiques.

FOR APPOINTMENTS, PHONE 570-295-0622

LEAVE MESSAGE, OR 570-295-4013

Heating

: Used

Chair-Lift. 570-323-9119.

Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 570-368-2597 167512

FRYING PANS AND ANVILS. CALL 570-998-9132. 167513

THANK YOU 167739

PAYING TOP CASH for men’s sportwatches! Rolex, Breitling, Omega, Patek Philippe, Heuer, Daytona, GMT, Submariner and Speedmaster. Call 833-603-3236 .C11

Thunder Road

PA

J. Maiolo 570-398-4408 www.actionheatcool.com actionheating@ymail.com

SEEKING

ESTABLISHED BAND Looking for Lead Vocalist Who Can Play Guitar Or Piano To Replace A Musician Who Retired. Must Be At Practice And All Bookings. Only Serious Reply: Contact Ray At 570-447-3584. 168245

EMPLOYMENT

PLUMBINGMASTERS IS LOOKING for HVAC Technicians and Helpers with experience in servicing and installing all types of systems (some experience in oil furnaces is a plus). We offer competitive pay, paid vacation and holiday’s, medical benefits and 401K. Please send resume and business references to: PlumbingMasters, 302 Sidney Street, South Williamsport, 17702 or email at plumbingmasters1@verizon.net or call 570-323-1983. 168268

SKI SAWMILL WANTS

YOU! Job Fair Sat Nov 5 9amnoon. Hiring for all positions - Kitchen, Rental, Instructors, Snowmakers, Lift Operators, Coffee Shop, Ticket Window and more! Call 570-353-7521 for info. 168114

WANTED: PART TIME SEXTON. 12-15 Hours Per Week. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. Contact Mel Wentzel 570-220-1878. 168243

JANITORIAL/CLEANERS

Part time cleaning positions available in the Williamsport area. Monday - Friday 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Call or text 717-324-1552. 167484

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

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

BUSINESS SERVICES

RICHARTʼS FURNITURE REFINISHING AND REPAIR We Make Spindles, We Fix Most Any Loose Chairs. We Also Paint Metal, 570-5843215. 168110

YARD WORK, CLEANUP. Brush Removal, Hauling, Weed-Whacking. 570-4391934. 168246

CLEANING AND HAULING INSIDE AND OUT. We Will Clean Up And Haul Away Your Unwanted Items From Your Yard, Attic, Basement And Garage. Reliable And Reasonable. Call Gary 570-244-1424 OR 570-321-9472. 168092

PROTECT YOUR HOME from pests safely and affordably. Pest, rodent, termite, and mosquito control. Call for a quote or inspection today 844-394-9278. C11

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING FOREVER! LeafFilter, the most Advanced Debris-Blocking Protection. Schedule FREE LEAFFILTER Estimate today. 15% Off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833-6101936. C11

VIVINT SMART SECURITY. Professionally installed. 1 connected system for total peace of mind. Free professional installation! 4 free months of monitoring! Call to customize your system. 1-833-841-0737. C11

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! Three styles and multiple colors are available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer - $500 Discount + Additional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855-338-4807. M11

THE BATHROOM OF YOUR DREAMS for as little as $149/month! BCI Bath & Shower. Many options available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Limited Time Offer - FREE virtual in-home consultation now and SAVE 15%! Call Today! 1-877540-2780. 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 1-866-4821576 or visit http://dorranceinfo. com/macnet. M11

WE TRANSFORM YOUR KITCHEN IN LESS TIME, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate 1-844887-5145 (PA017137) M11

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING FOREVER! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855791-1626. M11

VIVINT. SMART SECURITY. Professionally installed. One connected system for total peace of mind. FREE professional installation. Four FREE months of monitoring! Call now to customize your system. 1-855-870-2073. M11

CLEANING

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

20+ YEARS PROVIDING Professional House-Keeping At Reasonable Rates. Dependable, Thorough, Honest And Friendly Service With Excellent References. Please Call Kelly At 570419-9998. 167727

LAWNCARE

RICHARDʼS LAWN CARE AND LANDSCAPING. Fall Clean-Up And Snow Plowing. Free Estimates. PA064570. 570-772-1588. 166899

ROBERTʼS LANDSCAPING. Mowing, Trimming, Mulching, Fall Clean-Up. 570279-2012. 167517

SCOTTʼS LAWN CARE. SPRING & FALL CLEAN-UP. Residential And Commercial Mowing And Landscaping. 23rd Year In Business. Fully Insured. Call Now For Spring Rototilling 570-419-6326. 167516

FARMING

Look look LOOK. ATTENTION FARMERS! Do you have a wet spot in your field that you want gone? We get rid of the average size wet spot for $250. with some secret sauce.. Money back guaranteed. Call or text 5709892175 or send an email to hertzlerenterprises@ gmail.com . 162929

Corporation

HEALTH

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

FINANCIAL

WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Timeshare

Cancellation Experts Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt and fees cancelled in 2019. Get free informational package and learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. Call 888-965-0363. M11

DISCOUNT AIR TRAVEL. Call Flight Services for best pricing on domestic & international flights inside & from the US. Serving United, Delta, American & Southwest & many more. Free quote! Have trael dates ready! 844-951-2014. C11

CELL SERVICE

SWITCH AND SAVE up to $250/yr on talk, text & data. No contract or hidden fees. Unlimited talk & text with flexible data plans. Premium nationwide coverage. 100% U.S. based customer service. Limited time get $50 off any new account. Use code GIFT50. 1-855-903-3048 . C11

INSURANCE

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

TV / INTERNET

DISH TV $64.99 FOR 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/21/23. 1-866-479-1516. C11

HUGHESNET - Finally, super-fast internet no matter where you live. 25 Mbps just $59.99/ mo! Unlimited Data is Here. Stream Video. Bundle TV & Internet. Free Installation. Call 866-499-0141. C11

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

DISH TV $64.99 FOR 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. Promo Expires 1/21/23. 1-866-590-5561. M11

INTERNET & WIFI STARTS at $49 Call us Today to Get Started. Find High Speed Internet with Fiber Optic Technology No Credit Check, No SSN Required. Call us Today! 866-396-0515. M11

REAL ESTATE

COMMERCIAL LOT

COMMERCIAL LOT FOR RENT, 1+ Acre, stabilized, $500 per month, Lycoming Creek Road. Call 570-419-0380. 222222

CEMETERY LOTS

4 CEMETERY LOTS In Jersey Shore Cemetery. $600.00 Per Lot, Equaling $2,400.00. 843-655-0431. 168273

2 GRAVE SITES, TWIN HILLS, West Highland Lawn Section, $2,000.00 Including Transfer Fee, Call 717-4010699. 168070

2 GRAVE SITES, TWIN HILLS, West Highland Lawn Section, $1,800.00 Including Transfer Fee, Call 570-3266657. 168247

HOUSE FOR RENT

3 BEDROOM, 1 1/2 Bath House. Available To Rent December 1st. 570-337-2362. 167923

APARTMENTS

S. WMSPT. 1 BED, 1st Floor Apartment. Tenant Pays Electric And Gas Heat. Includes Washer, Dryer, Stove, Fridge. $725/ Month. Avail. Dec. 1st. 570560-0309. 168271

DOWNTOWN 1 & 2 BEDROOM Completely Furnished Luxury Apartments. Roof Top Patio Decks, Spiral Staircase, Big Screen TVs, All Linens And Parking Included. 3 Month Lease, $1,000.00 A Month 570916-3309

WILLIAMSPORT - GRACE STREET- RENT SPECIAL! FIRST MONTH RENT FREE WITH SECURITY DEPOSIT PAID IN FULL FOR 1 BRM. APTS. NOW AVAILABLE FOR ALL THOSE 62 YRS. OR OLDER WHO MEET FEDERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. W/W CARPET, A/C. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED EXCEPT TELEPHONE AND CABLE. SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. CALL FOR APPLICATION AND INFORMATION. 1-800-735-3068, TDD 711. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER & EMPLOYER. 167907

CEPT TELEPHONE AND CABLE. SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. CALL FOR APPLICATION AND INFORMATION. 1-800735-3068, TDD 711. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER & EMPLOYER. 167909

STORAGE UNITS

10 X 16. $75.00/Month. Call 570-337-4994. 167518

VEHICLES

SELL YOUR VEHICLE FAST! WEBB WEEKLY CLASSIFIED ADS GET RESULTS. DIRECT MAILED TO OVER 58,000 HOMES AND BUSINESSES.

WILLIAMSPORT - LINN STREET MANOR - RENT SPECIAL! FIRST MONTH RENT FREE WITH SECURITY DEPOSIT PAID IN FULL FOR 1 BRM. APTS. W/ 2 APTS. DESIGNED TO ACCOM. NEEDS OF A WHEELCHAIR. RENT INCLUDES UTILITIES. MUST BE 62 YRS. OR OLDER & MEET FEDERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. FOR INFO. CALL 1-800-735-3068. OR 570-322-2444. TDD 711. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER & EMPLOYER. 167908

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

CALL CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT 570-3269322

CARS

2010 CHRYSLER SEABRING Convertible. Low Mileage, Runs Good. $4,500.00. Can Be Seen At Pro Auto, 605 Hastings Street, South Williamsport. 168123

2000 CADILLAC SEDAN SEVILLE. Best Offer Over $600.00. Inspected, Needs Minor Repair. Call 570-435-1212. 168274

VEHICLES WANTED

WILLIAMSPORT - GRIER STREET MANOR - 1 BRM. APTS. AVAILABLE FOR ALL THOSE 55 YRS. OR OLDER WHO MEET FEDERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. W/W CARPET, A/C. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED EX-

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

WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@yahoo. com . M11

DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. FastFREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398. 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. 167519