As I sat and pondered my column it was a beautiful sundrenched spring morning. Although the temperature might be a little on the chilly side, the smell of spring is in the air.
You can feel the warmth of the sun and just know warmer days are right around the corner. It’s such a special time of year when God’s green earth comes back to life.
Holy Week is upon us beginning with Palm Sunday and ending with Easter. The Biblical details of this week are much better left up to the leader of your congregation. It is truly a remarkable story of how God so loved the world, He gave His only son Jesus so mortal man could be forgiven of sin and have an opportunity for eternal life.
As a father, the week prior to Jesus’ resurrection is the most difficult to imagine. God looking down knowing what was about to happen and watching Jesus endure the brutality that would continue even after His crucifixion. Although God and Jesus knew the plan,
it is still difficult for me as a father, to wrap my head around it. The pain, suffering, and betrayal is unimaginable, even though they both knew the outcome.
As for Jesus Christ, His son, talk about having faith in your Father. Yes, He may have eventually accepted it, which is made clear by the Last Supper.
The love and grace our God and Jesus have for us should never be doubted.
If doubt enters your mind just reflect back to the events of Holy Week, the resurrection, as well as Jesus’ eventual ascension into Heaven.
As Mother Earth comes back to life, it represents a great time for us to be reborn in Jesus’ name, if you’ve fallen away, or never accepted Christ as your savior.
Please enjoy all the Easter traditions of your family. Most importantly make sure your children understand God’s plan. The Easter egg hunts, and Easter Bunny should be enjoyed and are special times in a child’s life. However, often in today’s world, they become blurred together, both needing explanation — thus where your pastor, priest, or minister come in.
Make sure you enjoy getting the family together for that special Easter dinner. As I have learned over the years, there will come a day when some of the seats become empty. You will hopefully have wonderful memories of those who left before you. You really never give much thought to these things when you’re young. But this day does come. What a testimonial for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and also a test of one’s faith.
As most of you know, I enjoy a great April Fool. You’re now probably thinking about that shark in the Susquehanna or the drilling for natural gas at White Deer Golf Course. Maybe the elephants and Clyde Peeling come to mind. Or the renovations to Bowman Field. These past April Follies are available on our website for those wanting a good laugh.
However, with everything going on in today’s world and Easter falling just after April 1st I just didn’t feel right coming up with a story about a Sasquatch being seen atop Bald Eagle Mountain or pirate gold being found in the Susquehanna River. Although I might sneak something in at a later date, when you’re not expecting it.
As I look around the world we’re blessed with, I don’t think I remember a more unstable time during my life. My heart and prayers go out to all those that lost a loved one as a result of senseless violence. As always, I pray for the innocent and all those fighting for good. Please understand, even if you are not Christian, my prayers are for peace, understanding, and ones love of their fellow man.
Happy Easter to you and your family. God Bless America.
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Hey y’all! I’m so excited for Easter this weekend! I always have so much fun prepping for our annual Easter contest! Easter is one of my favorite holidays. It’s right up there with the 4th of July!
But before I get too far into my article this week, let me ask you a question. Are you ready? Like really, really ready? Are you ready to find out the na es of the winners in our Annual Easter Hunt Contest? OK, if you are really sure…here we go!
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everyone who entered! eriously y all are a aing! I received a ton of entries in the contest and can’t wait to continue the tradition next year! Of course, we’ll have another one for Halloween in October too!
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There are a few days left until Easter, and if you are looking for something to help celebrate the holiday that isn’t more candy or dyed eggs that are going to end up deviled eggs or egg salad in a couple of days, check out these fun crafts! It’s a win-win, you can distract
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Hatching Chick Craft
Supplies:
• Colored construction paper
cissors
• Glue
• Popsicle stick
• Yellow feathers
• Googly eyes
Directions:
tart by cutting out the botto of the egg with white paper (if you want your chick to go up and down, cut two eggs out and staple together)
Decorate the egg shell with the construction paper making it pretty! Like the zig zag and polka-dots idea pictured!
Glue the egg to the popsicle stick and cut out a little yellow chick. Add some eyes, a beak, and the yellow feathers where you want.
the littles aways from the impending candy mountain and have a cute little keepsake for future Easters!
I hope that you all have a Happy & Blessed Easter!
Paper Plate Chick
Supplies:
• A paper plate
• Orange construction paper
• Glue
• Yellow Easter grass
2 googly eyes cissors.
Directions:
tart by cutting out so e legs a bea and some feather hair using the orange paper.
Then cut out the middle part of the paper plate (you won’t need the rigged edges) Cover the circle with white glue and stick on the yellow grass. ress fir ly down so it sticks good!
Glue on the rest of the pieces and you have an adorable little chickee!
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No Fooling: Real Words for April 1
By Joseph W. Smith III
Last year at this time, Webb’s
Weird Words carried one of my favorite columns — a list of made-up terms in honor of April Fools’ Day; mostly, I wanted to see just how far through the piece y readers would get before figuring out they’d been had.
This April 1, I tried for a group of words that only look made up; but these are all real. Honest.
Algaroba (al-guh-ROE-buh, noun) – Mexican/Spanish word for either carob or mesquite. Both leguminous plants (that is, they bear peas or beans), these are found, respectively, in the Mediterranean and the American Southwest. The word derives from the Arabic al-kharruba, which (like algaroba) actually contains an older form of carob. Charivari (shiv-uh-REE, noun) – Alternate version of shivaree — “a mock serenade with kettles, pans, horns, and other noisemakers given
for a newly married couple”; can also mean any elaborate noise or celebration. All that is from Dictionary.com, which indicates that charivari has four different pronunciations I went with the single offering at Merriam-Webster online — which pretty much matches its principal spelling.
Fewtrils (FYOO-trilz, noun) – British slang for tri es or things of little value (Collins).
Gris-gris (GREE-gree, noun) – An African fetish, talisman, amulet, voodoo charm, spell or incantation believed capable of warding off evil and bringing good luck to oneself, or misfortune to another (Merriam-Webster; Microsoft Encarta). Also spelled grigri or greegree.
Kameez (kuh-MEEZ, noun) – “A long tunic worn in the Indian subcontinent, often with shalwar.” The latter indicates loose, pajama-like trousers for both men and women — pronounced SHUL-wahr. (Dictionary.com,
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WORDS
partly via Collins) Olykoek (ALL-uh-cook, noun) –Doughnut. Dialectical slang of the Hudson Valley — from a Dutch term meaning “oilseed cake” (take out seed and you basically have this word).
Incidentally: Despite the fact that it’s now been respelled with ust five letters, our word doughnut means exactly that: a treat in the shape of a nut (i.e., the holed piece of hardware) — and made out of dough.
I guess that’s why we tend to bolt these down. (Sorry — just couldn’t resist.)
Pickelhaube (PICK-ul-how-buh [or with the stress on HOW], noun) –
A spiked helmet worn by German soldiers in the 19th and 20th centuries. It’s not in most of my dictionaries — so I can’t swear to this pronunciation. But then again, I doubt many of us plan to say it out loud very often.
Sapajou (SAP-uh-joo, noun) – A capuchin or spider monkey; from French and Tupi (the latter being a people and language of Brazil).
Schmegeggy Since this is likewise not in most of my dictionaries,
I thought I’d take a shot and ask AI. Here’s what I got:
“Yiddish-derived slang term for a contemptible, foolish, or stupid person…. Usually pronounced shmuh-GEG-ee or shmuh-GEH-guh…. alternative spellings: shmegegge, schmegegge, shmegege…. Similar to other Yiddish-based insults like schmuck, schlub, or schlemiel.” I hereby give you permission to say this out loud just as often as you like; but be careful.
Trichotillomania (tri-kuh-till-uhMAY-nee-uh, noun) – This seven-syllable mouthful is, once again, not found in most of my dictionaries; but it is at Wikipedia — and merriam-webster. com which defines it as an abnor al desire to pull out one’s hair. Abbreviated TTM, it is a mental disorder of indeterminate origin — and somewhat tough to cure (Wikipedia). So again — these are all real, and not just an April Fools’ gag. But of course, that doesn’t mean I won’t try something funny next year.
Just don’t pull your hair out worrying over it.
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The Mentality of All Consumed Versus All In
have mentioned in the past that I have become obsessed with di erent things, and they have turned into my identity.
I never wanted that to happen again, so I have been working to better myself. I have been reading and listening to podcasts, trying to become the best Christian, dad, husband, and man that I can be. A current book I am reading, if you want to give it a try, is Look Again by Tim Tebow. I also enjoy the Nick Bare Podcast if you are looking for something to listen to.
always healthy and should be reserved for a few things. Being all in is di erent. You still give it everything you have, but it does not take over your entire life. You schedule your time around it, you attack it, you get it done, and then you move on. It makes you better for the rest of the people and things around you.
While listening to Nick Bare’s podcast, I came across something that struck me and stuck with me. ere is a di erence between being all consumed and being all in.
Being all consumed means it is all you can think about. It takes over every part of your day and your life. It becomes who you are. at is not
I have gone all in on bettering myself with diet, li ing, and running. I wake up at 3:30, get what I need to get done, and then move on with my day. I schedule this around being a dad. I get up early so I can still have that early morning time with Beau. en I do not open that compartment of my mind again until the next morning, when I do it all over again. Doing this clears my mind and allows me to be the best dad, husband, son, employee, and leader that I can
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CONSUMED
be right now. It also sets me up to do the same in the future.
I am all in on a few things so that I can truly be all in. ere are only so many things I can give that level of focus to if I want to be my best. Taking care of myself, my work, and my friendships are what I am working hardest to be all in on.
Now I am consumed by three things. I think there are only a few things in life that it is healthy to be consumed by, and for me, those are being a Christian, being a husband, and being a dad. ese are my identity. ey are what I think about all day and night. I want to be at my best for them at all times.
en I thought a little deeper. What you are all in on should point you in the right direction and help you become better at the things you are all consumed by.
For example, being all in on li ing and running helps me be the best dad I can be. It clears my mind and allows me to be fully present with my family once I am done. I also want
to be rolling around on the oor, scooping up my son, and carrying him for as long as I possibly can.
Being all in on work allows you to provide, lead, and build a stable life for the people you are all consumed with. When you handle your responsibilities the right way, it frees you up to be fully present and at your best for your family and your faith.
Being all in on friendships helps you do what God commanded and love one another just as He loves us. It teaches you to care for others and be there for them.
I tell you this because I wish I would have learned it earlier. If something is important to you, you will make time for it and prioritize it. Anyone can do it. If you put your mind to something and commit to it, you can get it done.
So my friends, be all in on what you do, but be all consumed by what truly matters. Choose what you do with the intention of becoming better.
“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” – Colossians 3:2
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Health and Well-Being Benefits of Prayer
By Dave Bellomo
You know that it’s spring in PA for multiple reasons. For one, Mother Nature must be mad at us as it is snowing one day and beach weather the next. For another, the grocery stores are filled with chocolate bunnies and Easter baskets.
Passover, Easter, and other religious holidays are coming up, along with their holiday traditions. This includes church services fish fries and religious pageants.
With all of this going on, I was reminded of research that I’ve come across over the years supporting the health and well-being benefits of prayer and thought it fitting to a e that the focus of this week’s article.
While I’ve prayed regularly since I was a small child, my prayer life outside of church has become somewhat irregular over the years. In adulthood, prayer was typically me chatting with God in my car or a quick word or two for someone who was ill or for whom I had concern. In the last few years, however, my interest in a more organized practice of prayer and the scientific evidence for its wellness benefits has grown due to the increasing number of articles I have encountered while doing research for this column.
Prayer has long been recognized for its spiritual significance. ore recently scientific research has attempted to understand prayer’s i pact on health and well-being. Defined as a
form of communication with the divine, prayer can include asking for help, intercession for others and editative re ection. In relation to health, research has shown that spiritual and religious practices contribute to physical, psychological, and social well-being. In a review of the scientific literature by i o et al. 2016 researchers found that prayer was associated with several positive health outco es. even of the reviewed studies identified prayer as beneficial reporting reductions in an iety a ong mothers of children with cancer, decreased concern among individuals facing health challenges, and improved physical functioning among patients who believe in prayer. Researchers Faiza and Immanuel’s systematic review 202 further investigated the relationship between prayer and well-being. Examining 87 papers published between 2000 and 2020 the authors found a consistent positive correlation between prayer and well-being, including enhanced mental health, reduced stress, improved self-esteem, and increased happiness.
Prayer, particularly when combined with rhythmic breathing, activates key regions of the brain involved in emotional regulation. These areas are also implicated in serotonin modulation. Controlled breathing during prayer stimulates the parasy pathetic nervous syste restand-digest inducing rela ation and reducing cortisol levels, a stress hormone.
The psychological benefits of prayer are well documented. Multiple studies report reductions in anxiety, depression, and emotional distress
among individuals who regularly engage in prayer. For example, patients receiving prayerbased interventions e perienced significant improvements in anxiety and depression, sustained beyond the intervention period. Prayer also fosters emotional resilience, hope, contentment, empowerment, and forgiveness, contributing to overall well-being. These effects are particularly significant in populations facing health challenges, such as cancer, cardiac surgery, and psychological disorders. Prayer’s cal ing in uence is attributed to its ability to reduce the body’s stress response, promote emotional regulation, and enhance feelings of inner peace.
hysical benefits have also been observed. Prayer is associated with improved physical functioning, better immune responses, and reduced adverse events in some patient groups.
Controlled breathing during prayer increases heart rate variability, lowers blood pressure, and supports cardiovascular health. Prayer is increasingly recognized as a valuable component of holistic healthcare. Some researchers advocate for its inclusion in nursing practice, emphasizing its role in addressing patients’ spiritual needs within a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach.
In psychotherapy, prayer and breath control are integrated into mind-body interventions, such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and stress reduction programs. These practices are particularly effective in anaging an iety depression, and chronic stress, often recommended as a complement to medication. In medical settings, prayer and spiritual support are used to alleviate emotional distress, improve patient outcomes, and foster acceptance of ill-
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Prayer, as a non-pharmacological intervention offers significant benefits for health and well-being, and is supported by a large body of research. Its positive effects on an iety depression, physical functioning, and emotional regulation highlight its potential role in holistic healthcare. Integrating prayer into health practice, guided by evidence, ethics, and respect for diversity, can enrich patient-centered care and contribute to improved outcomes.
Prayer has always been important to people’s spiritual lives, but lately, scientists have been loo ing at how it affects our health and happiness as well. Basically, prayer is talking to a higher power. Whether it’s asking for help, praying for others or ust re ecting uietly.
Studies show that being spiritual or religious can help people feel better physically, men-
tally, and socially. Overall, prayer, by itself or included with other medical interventions, can a e a big difference for health and well-being as shown by research and new science about the brain. It can help with anxiety, depression, physical health, and emotional balance, making it an important part of caring for the whole person. There are still challenges to figure out but as research continues, prayer could become a bigger part of health care, supporting both mind and body through spiritual and physical pathways. I’m glad to say that prayer has become a very regular part of my day and has certainly improved both my overall well-being and my general mood. This holiday season, whether you are religious or not, you might want to give prayer or meditation a try, as you ight find it has surprising benefits for your health and happiness.
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it can be tricky to balance it all. Trust your intuition over logic.
LIBRA – Sept 23-Oct 23
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Your confidence is at an all-time high, Aries. This is the week to pitch an idea or finally send that text you’ve been mulling over. The universe is backing your bold moves.
TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21
Taurus, this week you’re entering a cycle of “treat yourself.” You deserve it right now, so enjoy. Whether it’s a brunch out with friends or a mental health day, lean into the experience.
GEMINI – May 22-Jun 21
Expect a random invitation to create a new connection, Gemini. Your wit is extra sharp this week, so use it to charm the room. Your social calendar is likely to fill up.
CANCER – Jun 22-Jul 22
Cancer, the things you have been visualizing are about to materialize. You might feel an urge to organize your space or redecorate. Jump on that opportunity this week.
LEO – Jul 23-Aug 23
Leo, you have been feeling underappreciated lately, but that ends soon. Expect a moment when your unique talents become the star of the show. It’s a great week for travel.
VIRGO – Aug 24-Sept 22
Virgo, a puzzle that you have been trying to solve finally clicks into place. You are moving among different social circles and
Libra, harmony is an ideal to aspire to this week. If there has been any tension in your circle, you are able to help dissolve it quickly. This is prime time for a date night or friends’ dinner.
SCORPIO – Oct 24-Nov 22
Scorpio, people are drawn to you this week, and you have that certain something that is impossible to ignore. Use this influence wisely.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23-Dec 21
This week you’re in the mood to see what happens and let fate take the lead. Letting go of control might put you in a very fun situation, Sagittarius. Agree to a spontaneous plan.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22-Jan 20
This week you are ticking off your todo list with amazing efficiency, Capricorn. The real magic happens when you sign off of work and head home to great news.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21-Feb 18
Aquarius, you are thinking light years ahead of everyone else right now. Share your ideas, however unusual they may be and see who is along for the ride.
PISCES – Feb 19-Mar 20
The universe is making you choose whether to enjoy financial riches or riches of the heart this week, Pisces. It can be a tough choice to make, so give it some time.
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All That Jazz
Ihave a confession to make: I love caffeine. Just like a lot of people, I depend on it to get stuff done. tuff I don t necessarily want to do. Li e ta es cleaning up cat pu e and spending a ridiculous amount of time in the itchen or laundry roo . Truth be told I need y caffeine fi to overco e a default setting of ab ect lethargy. It s e barrassing I now.
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hat s ironic is that I don t especially li e coffee. I tried ac uiring a taste for it in college while I pulled all-nighters to no avail. I eventually resolved that issue by i ing it into y dar chocolate hot cocoa so I could barely taste its bitterness. roble solved.
Oddly enough it only ta es about a teaspoonful to get e revved or as y husband li es to say a ed. As in Oh no you re all a ed now and I ll have to deal with T I version of you But this version of e feels invincible li e vacuu ing the entire house cleaning the gutters or going on a 10- ile hi e not that I actually will .
Needless to say caffeinated e irritates hi to no end because of course I tal incessantly and re ind hi of things he needs to do. I also interrupt his
precious scrolling ti e. I figure I ust helping hi help hiself not to be so addicted to his phone.
I thin what aggravates hi ost about this situation is that he prefers being energi ed early in the day while I prefer later in the afternoon and into the evening. hat s ore he could consu e five cups of ava and not feel a thing whereas the ere thought of ingesting a few sips of the brewed wonder a es y leg bounce in anticipation. It s par for the course though ta e two people who are opposite in al ost every way i aginable and invariably they arry each other. That s us.
In the end I guess we ve learned to tolerate each other s differences even the ones that involve caffeine which delights e because I can t i agine having to sacrifice either y dear husband or y dear coffee cocoa fi .
That said caffeine a es e happy. It s li e sprin ling oy all over y day especially on the days I have to will yself to do anything re otely cognitive li e balancing a chec boo paying bills or you guessed it writing this colu n. y brain ust wor s better on caffeine. It bounces fro one tas to the ne t with
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remarkable hyperfocus, helping me accomplish a host of gotta-dos in record time, all thanks to a liquid form of motivation. It inspires greatness within me regarding physical tasks, too, causing me to achieve the impossible — like making our attress pad fit on the bed without committing hara-kiri.
Out of sheer curiosity, I Googled images of caffeine. Apparently the crystals look wild under a microscope — like clusters of jagged little particles, poised to wreak havoc wherever they might land. It’s no wonder it does what it does to the body and brain. I encourage you to Google it, too. You won’t be disappointed.
Not surprisingly, frappés are my decadent treat, especially if they contain pumps of Frappuccino roast and dark chocolate Java chips. My doctor will be pleased to know that I don’t make a habit of ordering them often, because they’re basically diabetes in a cup. That said, I look forward to meeting up with my dear friend, Barb, at Starbucks in the very near future. I’m sure we’ll catch up on all the latest happenings in our lives and enjoy something delicious (and caffeinated) in the process.
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NY "Yankees" vs Cincinnati "Reds" Philadelphia "Phillies vs Toronto "Blue Jays"
July 11, 2026 $186pp tadi ms may e as less
5/23, 7/11, 8/29, 11/28, 2026 $112pp
August 7, 2026 $110pp Corning Glass Dinosaurs at Dusk
Pittsburgh "Pirates" vs Milwaukee "Brewers" e ommend redit or de it ard for r ases
American Dream Mall
5/23, 7/11, 8/29, 11/28, 2026 $112pp
August 16, 2026 $162pp
Maryland Zoo National Aquarium
New York City
3/18, 5/20, 8/12, 11/18 $56pp 5/23 & 9/6 $130pp
May 24 October 11, 2026
$103pp
September 6, 2026 $68pp La Festa Italiana
Mohegan Pennsylvania Resorts Casino Hotel - Atlantic City
4/15, 7/8, 10/7 $69pp 6/10 $66pp
Baltimore Inner Harbor transportation only
September 13, 2026
June 24, 2026 $105pp
Scenic Ridge Sweet Bites
June 27 September 27, 2026 $139pp
June 2 - 4, 2026 $375pp DBL
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Niagara Falls
Renaissance Faire Mt. Hope
Tioga Downs Casino Resort Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race
November 26, 2026
August 31 - September 4, 2026
July 25, 2026 $118pp
Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade
City, MD June 22 - 25, 2026
City, MD
- $475 DBL
June 29 - July 10, 2026 $6499pp DBL
Washington DC
April 9, 2026 $212pp
Sight Sound “JOSHUA”
8 - 10,
November 27, 2026
Stone Gable Christmas
April 23, 2026 $168pp
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre “OKLAHOMA”
June 30 - July 1, 2026 $432pp DBL
July 2 - 5, 2026
22 - 23, 2026
May 22, 2026 $166pp
June 17, 2026 $214pp
Sight Sound “JOSHUA”
July 28, 2026 $116pp
Penns Peak “STILL SURFIN” On With The Show
13 - 15, 2026
& Casino
September 29, 2026 $121pp
Penns Peak “CHICAGO NINE”
October 13, 2026 $218pp
National Parks of America Lucy's Legacy & Jamestown
Sight Sound “JOSHUA”
November 18, 2026 $148pp
11 - 12, 2026 $261pp DBL
Dutch Apple Dinner “ALL SHOOK UP”
Holidays at Mount Hope More
December 9, 2026
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
December 1, 2026
American Music Theatre Winter Wonderland, Miller’s Smorg Lights
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How to Dress for the Changing Season
Now that spring has o cially arrived there s no ti e li e the present to start transitioning your closet for the in-between weather.
ith wee s that start out li e the cold days of February and end with war bree es that hint at ay dressing can be notoriously tric y.
hen that te perature shift happens over the course of a single day figuring out what to wear is ust one of the challenges of a ennsylvania spring.
The ey to outfitting for transitional weather is layering with wardrobe essentials so each piece can stand alone if needed and be worn all together with ease. Let s review so e of the outerwear options nits dresses and ore that will help you navigate the early spring season in style.
Few staples shine during April and ay uite li e the classic ha i trench. I featured various trench coat options earlier this year. There are a
variety available at acy s thrift stores can also be a good source for oversi ed trenches and I also li e the selection at Gap. ou can throw a trench over ust about any outfit in spring a button-down and eans a sweater dress and boots or a enley-style tee and loosely tailored trousers. Give a nod to the season and throw in a bit of te ture with a ra a or straw bag li e Day Trip Tote fro Natural Life or the traw rochet Tassel houlder bag by niversal Thread fro Target. Both bags are big enough for everyday use and feature ha i and blac patterning that spea s to the upcoing su er. They give this ti e of year a beachy yet functional feel.
Another staple that nods to suer while staying grounded in spring is white eans. A pair of crisp white eans li e those fro Banana Republic Factory paired with a colorful purple or fire engine red sweater finished with a leather belt provides coverage
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and structure while also projecting freshness. If you’re looking to unexpectedly elevate a white denim spring outfit consider wearing leopard-print ats. Or for a bigger i pact a leopard coat li e ohl s ess by ei o Faux Suede Animal Print Trench. As spring gives way to su er pac up the coat swap the sweater for a tan and eep the ats.
In line with ats are spring snea ers. Touches of red are trending this year and a red snea er li e Reebo s lassic AZ Sneaker on sale at the time of this writing over at D can act like the reverse cherry on top of the sundae that is your outfit. In general wearing sneakers with more feminine pieces li e dresses and s irts or with ore traditional suiting creates a stylish contrast. A bright red snea er makes that contrast more declarative if you’re looking to make a statement. An additional une pected co bo is sneakers with more rustic pieces like barn ac ets and coveralls.
Another stylish contrast for spring is sporty outerwear with preppy underlayers. Think polo sweaters and shirts with windbrea ers or trac ac ets with tailored pants and loafers. Functional outerwear is key to surviving spring on the really rainy days. I like the idea of Uniqlo’s Windproof
Stand Blouse jacket in light green with the red snea ers above a pleated s irt and a striped button-down layered over a graphic tee for functional yet stylish options for when any given day goes fro sun to rain and bac again.
I also like sporty pieces with more ro antic or beachy wares for spring. Ta e Lands End o en s ac able
Anora indbrea er in a bright sweet mango shade and wear with a linen drawstring pant like Quince’s 100% European Linen Wide Leg Pants in olive green or moonstone blue. ith this co bination you get a streetwear feel up top and a boho-coastal loo on the botto . On wet days wear goloshes for coffee runs for war er weather dig out your ad ustable-strap rubber-soled sandals from last summer for an after-dinner walk.
As the weather transitions spring style is all about strategic layering. For this season a stylish ta e is to pair contrasting aesthetics for both a fashionable and functional ta e. Let the forecast dictate the outerwear choice then give a nod to upcoming warmer weather with accessories botto s and shoes. And don t be afraid to incorporate bright colors that suit you when you can.
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EVENTS
Waterfowl Walk
What: Spring is the time to welcome back all of our migrating birds. We will drive to various points around Ricketts Glen to look for waterfowl and other water birds visiting Lake Jean on their migration. Good boots are recommended for walking. Bring bug spray, field guide, and binoculars. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.
When: Wednesday, April 1st, from 9-11 a.m.
Where: Meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Hiring Event
What: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County Hiring Event with PA Dept. of Corrections, Staiman Recycling, Garner Behavior Services, Elwood Staffing, and Commonwealth of PA.
When: Thursday, April 2nd, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County, 329 Pine St., Williamsport.
Book Review
What: Friends of the JV Brown Library Book Review presents Nicole Nardi,Director of Physician Recruitment for UPMC North Central who will review the 2025 work of fiction, Culpability by Bruce Holsinger. When: Friday, April 3rd. Snacks and bottled water will be available. The program is from 12:15 p.m. until 12:45 p.m. with Q & A until 1 p.m. Reserve a seat by calling the library at 570-326-0536, or use the library’s online reserva-
Community Calendar
tion calendar (http://calendar.jvbrown.edu). Reservations are required due to space considerations and must be made before 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 2nd
Where: Lowry Room, Third Floor, Welch Family Wing of the library. Public parking lot is adjacent to the site.
VIRTUAL Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour
What: Take a virtual photo tour of the bygone lumber town of Ricketts right from your home. Historical and present photos will be shown. Program will be presented using Microsoft Teams. Registration required at events. dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.
When: Friday, April 3rd, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Virtual.
Car Wash
What: Car wash benefiting the Jersey Shore Public Library.
When: Saturday, April 4th, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Buttorff’s Hardware, 111 Bridge St., Jersey Shore.
Memorial Blood Drive
What: 14th annual memorial blood drive in memory of Grayson Ferris.
When: Saturday, April 4th, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Zafar Grotto Rafaz Club, banquet room, 381 E. 2nd Ave., S. Williamsport.
Eagle Grange 155th Anniversary
What: Eagle Grange 155th anniversary catered banquet; program by motivational speaker and professional musician KJ Reimensnyder-Wagner; public welcome to attend.
When: Tuesday, April 7th, at 6 p.m.
Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Road (intersection of Route 15 and Blind Road), Montgomery.
Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour
What: Discover where the lumber town of Ricketts used to stand and learn some history along the way. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring your own bug spray. This area has ticks. We will meet at the Visitor Center to watch From Woodchips to Sawdust, and then we will drive out to the site. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-
477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.
When: Wednesday, April 8th, from 10-11:30 a.m.
Where: Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.
CHURCH EVENTS
Worship Service
What: Maundy Thursday Service. The service will be, at Mill Creek, for Bethel and Mill Creek Churches.
When: Thursday, April 2nd, at 6:30 p.m., Handicapped Accessible.
Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville. Handicapped accessible.
The Last Supper Drama
What: The Last Supper Drama. A live performance. Free admission. Refreshments to follow. If unable to attend in person, view online at www.youtube.com/@morelandbaptist165.
When: Thursday, April 2nd. Doors open at 6 p.m., performance at 7 p.m.
Where: Phelps Chapel, 68 Phelps Chapel Rd., Jersey Shore.
Maundy Thursday Service
What: Maundy Thursday service. The Lord’s Supper will be celebrated. Program will be in the fellowship hall.
When: Thursday, April 2nd, at 6:30 p.m. The service will be at Mill Creek, for Bethel and Mill Creek Churches.
Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville.
Good Friday Service
What: Good Friday service. “Wrapping the Cross.”
When: Friday, April 3rd, at 7 p.m.
Where: First United Methodist Church, 236 S. Main St., Jersey Shore.
Easter Egg Hunt
What: Easter Egg Hunt with Easter Bunny.
When: Saturday, April 4th, at 10 a.m.
Where: Avis United Methodist Church, 215 Prospect Ave., Avis.
Fisherman’s Breakfast
What: Fisherman’s Breakfast sponsored by St. Michael’s Cemetery Association. Menu: pancakes, sausage, fried potatoes & eggs. Adults - $12.00, children - $6.00.
When: Saturday, April 4th, from 6-10 a.m.
Where: St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Quiggleville.
Sunrise Service
What: Easter sunrise service.
When: Sunday, April 5th, at 7 a.m.
Where: Phelps Chapel, 68 Phelps Chapel Rd., Jersey Shore.
Easter Service
What: Easter Sunday service.
When: Sunday, April 5th, at 10:30 a.m.
Where: First United Methodist Church, 236 S. Main St., Jersey Shore.
Worship Service
What: Easter Sun Rise Service, “Jesus is Alive.” When: Sunday, April 5th, at 6:30 a.m. Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Williamsport. Handicapped accessible.
Easter Worship Services (Regular Times) What:
port. Handicapped accessible.
Church Service
What: Celebration of the Resurrection and Holy Eucharist. Special music will be sung by the Trinity’s Choir & Choral Scholars. An Easter egg hunt will be held after both services. For more information, email trinitychurchpa@ comcast.net or call 570-322-0126.
When: Sunday, April 5th, at 8 & 10 a.m.
Where: Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral, 844 W. 4th St., Williamsport.
Easter Service
What: Outdoor Easter sunrise service. Please bring a lawn chair. If inclement weather, the service will move to Centennial Chapel of Cogan Valley. Breakfast will follow at the church at approximately 8 a.m.
When: Sunday, April 5th, at 6:45 a.m.
Where: Centennial Chapel of Cogan Valley, 2724 Cogan House Road, Trout Run.
Sunrise Service
What: Easter Sunrise service. The sermon title will be, “Jesus is Alive.” Breakfast will follow. Everyone is welcome.
When: Sunday, April 5th, at 6:30 a.m.
Where: Bethel Church of Loyalsock, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Williamsport.
Sunrise Service
What: Easter sunrise service. Breakfast at the church to follow. Special music by Terry Knowlden.
When: Easter Sunday, April 5th at 7 a.m.
Where: Trout Run Cemetery. Hosted by Trout Run United Methodist Church.
Easter Worship Services (Regular Time)
What: Worship service. The sermon will be, The Grave is Empty.” Holy Communion will be celebrated.
When: Sunday, April 5th, at 9 a.m.
Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville.
Easter Worship Services (Regular Time)
What: Worship service. The sermon title will be, “The Grave is Empty.” Holy Communion will be celebrated.
When: Sunday, April 5th, at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Williamsport.
Worship Service
What: Worship service. Sermon, “24 Hours that Changed the World - Christ the Victor!”
Explore the advantages of container gardening and plant your own “Patriotic Planter.” Open to guests. For more information, please call 570-220-4812.
When: Thursday, April 2nd, at 12:30 p.m.
Where: Montoursville Presbyterian Church, 900 Elm St., Montoursville.
Christian Women Society of Saint Joseph the Worker Parish
What: Meeting. Siria J. Matos, Community partnership coordinator for girl scouts in the heart of Pennsylvania will speak about girl scout history and current events in the local girl scout council. A limited amount of girl scout cookies will be available for sale at $6 per box. All are welcome.
When: Sunday, April 19th, at 3 p.m.
Where: Saint Ann Parish Hall on Sheridan St., Williamsport.
Where: Rustic Ridge Farm, 5193 Morgan Run Rd., West Decatur.
ART EXHIBITS
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS... ART EXHIBITS...
Featured Artist
What: Diane R. Wyant is featured artist at Genetti’s Windows on 4th in March & April.
When: Opening Reception will be First Friday, April 3rd, from 5-8 p.m.
Where: Windows on 4th Gallery, 200 W. 4th St., Williamsport.
There is something almost sacred about planting a seed. You kneel down, press it into the earth with your own hands, cover it gently, and then you wait. You water it. You tend to it. And then one morning, almost like a surprise, even though you knew it was coming, you walk outside, and there it is! It’s the best feeling — a tiny green shoot pushing up through the soil, reaching toward the sun. And your heart just swells, because you did that.
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ore. ild owers are y absolute favorite!
opping those peppers off their plants and having enough in your freezer to last you through the cold months? Man, there is absolutely nothing like it!
Fresh cucumbers daily? Mmm. Mm.
Each year, I try something new and add to my garden. The more I learn, the better I get!
You put in the work, you stayed faithful to the process, and now something beautiful is growing right before your eyes.
I have fallen in love with gardening. There is a peace in it that is hard to explain until you’ve experienced it for yourself. Getting your hands in the dirt, nurturing something from nothing, and watching it bloom into something that ta es your breath away. It fills a place in me that I didn’t even know was empty. My brightly colored zinnias, soft colored cosmos, honeycomb dahlias, brown-eyed susans in their bright yellow, and so many
The picture on the front of my new cookbook shows some of my crops from last summer. Little did I know that it would be my cookbook cover when I took it. The pictures included in this week’s column are also my grows from last year. Aren’t they beautiful!?
But the more time I spend in the garden, the more I see God in it.
Because isn’t that exactly what He does with us?
He plants something in our hearts. A tiny seed of faith, of hope, of love, and He tends to it with patience and care that goes far beyond anything we deserve. He doesn’t give up when the season gets hard. He doesn’t walk away when the soil seems dry. He stays. He waters. He waits. And
slowly, beautifully, he grows something in us that we never could have grown on our own.
And here’s what I’ve learned from my garden: growth requires feeding. Flowers don’t thrive on neglect. They need sunlight, water, good soil, and consistent care. If you ignore them, they wilt. But when you show up for them, day after day, even on the days when you don’t feel like it, they ourish in ways that a a e you. I so dedicated to my little loves that I will leave the river lot on long stays to come home and tend to them. It’s non-negotiable, especially on very hot days.
Our relationship with God works the same way. When we feed it, through
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ship, through simply showing up and saying “Lord, I’m here.” It grows. His love takes root deeper and deeper in our hearts, and it begins to bloom in ways we never expected. In the way we speak to others. In the peace we carry even through di cult days. In the oy that catches us off guard on an ordinary Tuesday morning.
ou reap what you sow. That s not ust a gardening truth! It’s a Kingdom truth. So, this spring, I want to encourage you: tend to your faith the way you would tend to something precious. Plant yourself in God’s word. Water your spirit with prayer. And don t grow weary in the waiting because he is faithful. He is working beneath the surface, even when you can’t yet see it.
And one day, right on time, in his perfect season — you will walk outside and see what has grown. And your heart will ust swell!
Because you stayed faithful to the process, and so did he.
“He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.” ~ Philippians
1:6
Who grows green beans!? Here’s one for you!
Garlic Green Beans
Ingredients:
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• lb. washed and trimmed fresh green
beans
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup water
• Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
eat olive oil in a large s illet on ediu -high heat. Add green beans and cook over heat until the color of the bean starts to change to a bright green. About 2- inutes or so. Ne t add in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Pour in water, cover, and reduce the heat to low. i er for 2- inutes or until the beans are tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
The Bookworm Sez
By Terri Schlichenmeyer
“Kids, Wait till You Hear This! My Memoir” by Liza Minnelli, as told to Michael Feinstein c.2026, Grand Central $36.00 421 pages
Twenty feet in front of you, and you can’t see a thing.
Even the closest faces are in shadow — lit, but not quite enough for you to see for sure what the people there are thinking. Still, you can hear them, their gasps, their laughter, and applause. Such is life, on-stage. Now read “Kids, Wait till You Hear This! My Memoir” by Liza Minnelli, as told to Michael Feinstein, and read about it beyond the spotlight.
Almost from the moment she was born, Liza Minnelli was famous.
It was inevitable: her mother was Judy Garland. Her father was director Vincente Minnelli. Her godparents were Hollywood glitterati, her neighbors were famous, her playmates would be famous someday, too.
But her life wasn’t all starlight and happiness.
She made her stage debut as a toddler. She became her “mother’s caretaker” at age 13.
At 16, she had a growing career of her own — one that her mother tried to stop. But, she says, “In her own way, Mama was wonderful to me. Try understanding — she
was my mother, not a movie star…. I knew her as the person who loved me and always would.”
At 19, Minnelli was working, happy, and madly in love with the man who’d become her first husband and life was wonderfuluntil she ca e ho e one day to find hi in their bed with another man. Before they were divorced, she lost her beloved mother, and became “engaged” to two other men simultaneously, neither of which made it to the altar with her.
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She married her second husband, the son of one of her mother’s former co-stars, in 1 but her love affairs and addictions led to a second divorce.
Her third husband was a stage manager. She doesn’t have much good to say about her fourth, and last, husband.
Overall, she says, “You gotta play the comedy for all it’s worth and leave ‘em laughing. Even when your heart is breaking.”
Are you expecting bluntness, sass, or attitude here? Good, because that’s what you get inside “Kids, Wait till You Hear This!” It s strong on honesty and don t-give-a- ip. It’s wonderfully edited, so it moves fast. It’s eye-opening and funny and a pleasant surprise for a first and only so far e oir.
Even better author Li a innelli with
best friend ichael Feinstein is really quite candid and nicely gossipy, starting from the beginning. There are some Hollywood folks, in fact, who are feeling edgy tonight, because of what’s inside this book and the secrets spilled. Minnelli and Feinstein seemed to have fun telling her story, and they comfortably lure readers in. That’s not to say that it’s all a cabaret. Minnelli tells about her addictions and recoveries, her marriages and why she wed two gay men, and the losses she endured, including miscarriages, deaths, and broken relationships. The bad balances well with the good for a tale that’s several notches above most celebrity memoirs. “Kids, Wait till You Hear This!” is, in fact, a real joy to read, a genuine bright spot.
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SPRING SOIL NEEDS!
UPMC Experts: Hormones and Heart Health
By Devi Chakravorty, M.D., UPMC Magee-Womens & Leslie Webb, M.D., UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute
hen it comes to heart health, hor ones play a significant role, especially for women. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for women, yet the impact of perimenopause and menopause on heart health is often misunderstood or overlooked. These life stages bring hor onal changes that can affect cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and overall cardiovascular risk.
The Role of Estrogen in Heart Health
Estrogen has a protective effect on the cardiovascular system. Before menopause, it helps eep blood vessels e ible supports healthy cholesterol levels, and assists with blood pressure regulation. During perimenopause, which is the transitional period leading up to menopause, estrogen levels begin to uctuate. After enopause estrogen levels decline and remain consistently lower, reducing this natural protection.
As a result a wo an s ris for heart disease increases after menopause, even if she has never had heart problems before.
How
Menopause A ects Cholesterol
Cholesterol changes are common during perimenopause and menopause. Lower es-
trogen levels are associated with an increase in LDL, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol, and a decrease in HDL, known as “good” cholesterol. Triglyceride levels may also rise.
These shifts can happen gradually and without noticeable symptoms. Over time, higher LDL cholesterol can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries, raising the risk for heart attack and stroke. This makes regular cholesterol screenings especially important for women in midlife.
Blood Pressure and Hormonal Changes
Blood pressure is another key factor inuenced by hor onal changes. Estrogen helps blood vessels rela and widen which supports healthy blood ow. hen estrogen levels drop blood vessels ay beco e stiffer causing blood pressure to increase.
Other changes during perimenopause can also affect blood pressure including weight gain, sleep disturbances, increased stress, and changes in how the body processes insulin. High blood pressure often develops silently, so routine monitoring is essential even when a woman feels well.
Why Cardiovascular Risk Increases After Menopause
The combination of rising cholesterol levels, higher blood pressure, and reduced blood vessel e ibility contributes to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease after enopause. Additional ris factors such as
smoking, diabetes, family history, physical inactivity, and chronic stress can further increase that risk.
Heart disease symptoms in women may not always look like the classic chest pain many people expect. Women may experience shortness of breath, fatigue, nausea, or discomfort in the jaw, back, or neck. Recognizing these symptoms and seeking care pro ptly can a e a critical difference. Steps Women Can Take to Protect Their Heart
Menopause does not determine a woman’s heart health future. There are many steps women can take to reduce risk and support their cardiovascular health, including scheduling regular checkups to monitor blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar; stay-
ing physically active with both aerobic exercise and strength training; eating a heart healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats; managing stress; and prioritizing good sleep. Heart care is essential at every stage of life. By understanding how hormonal changes affect the heart wo en can wor with their health care providers to take proactive steps toward long-term cardiovascular health. Drs. Chakravorty and Webb see patients at the UPMC Health Innovation Center, 740 High St., Williamsport. To learn more about UPMC Magee-Womens services, visit UPMC.com/WomensHealthNCPA or call 570-321-3300, and to learn more about UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute services, go to UPMC.com/HeartNCPA or call 570-321-2800.
Friday evening but we will then have a daytime Animal sale on Saturday the 4th
This will be the Spring Special Poultry sale
We are looking for quality consignments for this auction
Poultry of all types, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Peacocks, Pheasants, Quail, Rabbits, and anything exotic
NOTE; no hay at this sale, Animal sign in starts at 7:00 Am please have animals signed in before auction time
Old School Market will be open
In Space, No One Can Hear You Cry: “Project Hail Mary” Soars … and Lands
Project Hail Mary is a 156-minute reminder of just how glorious movies can still be.
The new smash-hit is based on Andy Weir’s 2021 novel, which instantly went on my list of allti e favorite sci-fi boo s. o ewhat surprisingly I li ed the fil even ore.
The story of a desperate, long-distance space-mission to save the earth from disaster, Weir’s novel is loaded with physics, math and other high-tech gobbledygoo that turned off so e readers.
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appily the ovie roc ets past nearly all of this, instead highlighting the humor, the suspense and the heroism. It’s warmer, funnier and more human — though for fol s who now the story that last adjective will seem ill-chosen.
u ce it to say it s the first ti e I ever cried over a roc . And the second.
Yes, I’m being deliberately cryptic. You see, the great strength of Weir’s tale is its propulsive plot which ust eeps unfurling one surprise after another. adly the movie’s trailers spoil nearly all of this — so avoid them if you can.
I will say only that this fil has the audacity to end the sa e way the boo did and it’s truly grand. Indeed, a Faceboo friend co ented that he found the finale predictable but if you get to the last 15 minutes and you’re able to guess where it s going I sure would li e to now about it.
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I suppose I should stop gushing and give some details — starting with Ryan Gosling s wor as Ryland Grace he s a iddle-school-teacher-turned-astronaut who is virtually the only person on screen for much of this fil . The actor s patented blend of humility, authenticity and quiet courage is simply perfect for this role.
As the fil eeps ashing bac fro the spaceship to previous events on earth, PHM also features terrific editing despite a two-and-a half-hour run-time, it never feels slow or unwieldy. Daniel Pemberton’s wide-ranging score is similarly effective.
Kudos also to the directing team of Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, who wor ed together on The Lego Movie and
the Spider-Verse franchise. PHM screenwriter Drew Goddard had earlier adapted the boffo fil version of eir s The Martian
The special effects are out of this world if you ll pardon that pun with a sea less blend of GI and practical effects, especially in the zero-G scenes.
PHM s soundtrac is carefully arranged to re ect the plot with a ong other things references to tallone s Rocky and ohn illia s five-note the e fro Close Encounters. And the final credits run over Tina Turner singing Glory Glory. That in turn points to the fil s low- ey religious the e also apparent in Ryland s last na e and perhaps relatedly, the title.
Along those lines I pleased to report that the fil is uite fa ily-friendly. I can t recall a single swear-word and there s no nudity se or gore though the scene of Ryland co ing out of spacesleep is a little gross .
As I write PHM has ra ed in a whopping $1 0 illion in its first wee end ar ing a record for A a on fil s re e ber that co pany now owns G . It s the biggest oney- a er of the year so far. Better yet with an upco ing slate including pielberg Nolan the Mandalorian and Toy Story 5 2026 is loo ing ore and ore li e the year that will prove the ongoing viability of theatrical ovies.
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• Spring Cleanup
• Flowerbeds
• Tree and shrub planting
• Shrub Pruning
• Private Hedge Planting
• Property Maintenance
Monday-Friday
Williamsport Sun April 2, 1926
Organized Company of Local Men to Lease Hippodrome Theater
Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.
An agreement to lease the Hippodrome Theater in the Linck Block on West Fourth Street near Campbell Street immediately upon decision of the state supreme court determining the validity of the lease of the property, purchased by Frank Plankenhorn some time ago, has been signed by Plankenhorn and Milton Forman, vice president and general manager of the recently organized Hippodrome Theater Company. The lease will continue for at least 10 years.
Associated with Mr. Forman are Norman Hill, Max Lindheimer and Carl Herdic, all of this city. In connection with the plans of operation it was announced that the the-
ater will offer a presentation of highclass films and metropolitan plays. The theater will be entirely renovated and redecorated, complete with new projection equipment and a new motion picture screen will be erected and the Moeller organ presently used with be thoroughly overhauled.
It was also announced that during the new company’s first year of operation all seats will be removed and new opera chairs similar to those in metropolitan theaters will be installed.
Mr. Forman, who will manage the theater, has been involved with theatrical enterprises for many years.
Since leaving Keeney’s Theater and since the organization of the new company, Mr. Forman has been engaged in looking over several other theaters, with the view of extending the holdings of the local company.
NORDMONT REAL ESTATE PUBLIC AUCTION
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Terms and Conditions: NO BUYERS PREMIUM, cash or good pa check credit card 3 1/2% loss, buying as is where is no guarantees or warranties made by the seller or the auctioneer, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material.
Personal Property Terms and Conditions: NO BUYERS PREMIUM, cash or good pa check, credit card 3 1/2% loss, buying as is where is no guarantees or warranties made by the seller or the auctioneer, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material.
By Ken Hunter
The opening of another trout season is upon us, and needless to say, a lot of us are talking about heading out trout fishing.
So why don’t we say we are going trout catching
sure a lot of things enter into answering that question, including weather and water conditions, location, lure or bait selection, type of e uip ent and fishing techni ues.
As a fisher an yself I often find yself reviewing all of those factors but that last one fishing techni ues is one I want to address now.
hen I delve into fishing techni ues one of the ost i portant factors I find for iproving hoo -up success is detecting the stri e when it occurs.
Fish ay be grabbing the offering but the loose line does not send the essage. I often hold some line in the hand that’s not holding the rod handle so that I can more easily detect a stri e co ing through that line. You may also want to switch to braided line to a e detection even ore li ely.
Well, for good reason, because there are times when we hit the water and end up with no fish caught we were fishing but not catching.
A lot of the ti e we then find ourselves as ing hy didn t I catch any fish I
The strike or hit occurs when the trout, or any fish for that atter finally attac s your offering.
Generally speaking, that strike occurs when we either see or feel that action.
any fisher en often use a bobber of so e type to see the stri e.
Most of the time, it’s probably best to set the hook fairly quickly when that bobber pops under or is pulled beneath the surface.
One of the biggest problems I often see, however is that the bobber being used is often too large for the fish you are after. Too large a bobber a es it di cult to detect the lighter hits of trout or s all fish. i e is iportant and that goes for the si e of the rod and line as well.
Light spinning outfits with lines of four to six-pound test are good choices for trout and panfish fishing.
If you are using spin fishing gear without any kind of strike indicator, then you are dependent on feeling that stri e. ere again all too often I see fisher en making a cast and then letting a big amount of slac or loose line develop as the offering drifts down the strea .
If you choose to utili e y fishing e uipent for your trout fishing li e I do ost of the time, it’s also important to pay close attention to that drifting dry y and be ready to stri e or set the hoo when the fish hits. All too often, I was looking the other way when I finally got the hit but I didn t stri e uic ly enough and the fish was gone. In y fishing it s very i portant to eep the rod tip high and the line with no slack, to feel that quick little tap or strike, and that’s especially i portant in ny ph or wet y fishing.
Even in y fishing I ay use a stri e indicator to detect hits and I have found that the tande rig wor s especially well. ou si ply put a bit larger dry y on and then tie a length of leader material to the bend of the hook and attach your nymph or wet y offering. The length of the added leader depends on the depth you are fishing. The dry y serves as your stri e indicator but uite often it s the dry y that is hit and not the ny ph or wet y.
Even when bass fishing with casting gear if I’m pitching a surface plug, I keep a tight line and don’t allow much slack after the cast. The point is if you want to hoo up more often, it’s probably a good idea to use light enough gear and line and take up the slack so you can feel that strike when it co es.
Spring Has Sprung!
By Jon Pries
FSpring Has Sprung!
inally, after what seemed like a never-ending winter spring has finally appeared offering us war er te peratures ore days with blue s ies and so any opportunities to get out and about in the outdoors The recent winter with longer stretches of very cold so eti es below- ero te peratures and occasional icing was hard on all inds of wildlife and none too pleasant for us humans either.
Now the white landscape is about to transition fro brown to a luscious green the hillsides are revealing early buds on the trees and the daffodils are about to bloo everywhere. oon the dogwoods will blosso which to old-ti e tur ey hunters eans the spring gobbler season is reaching its prime.
erely visiting we are twice blessed with so any outdoor activities available for our en oy ent. Blessed initially with the enthusias of spending ti e en oying other Nature s onders and blessed with all of the outdoor opportunities that surround us here in Northcentral ennsylvania.
The fishing opportunities in our nearby la es far ponds rivers cree s and s all feeder strea s present a daily chance for any fisher an to en oy sport fishing for a wide variety of fish in an a a ing variety of locations. There is also the bonus of bringing ho e a nu ber of freshly caught fish for the frying pan for the fa ily to en oy Both walleye and crappie are local favorites to fish for and offer so e of the best-tasting fish for the dinner plate. And there is certainly so ething to be said for a couple of native broo trout frying in a dab of butter in a cast-iron s illet seasoned with a dash of salt and pepper, and served up for lunch along a clear ountain broo . The us uehanna River is fa ous for its bass fishing and can on occasion and with a bit of luc offer up a powerful us y to test any fisher an s abilities.
e are finally able to brea free of the grip of winter get outside and en oy so any fresh-air activities. The opening of ennsylvania s trout season on April gives everyone the chance to hit the strea s nearby and bring ho e a few trout for the dinner table. On aturday April 2 the statewide outh unt for spring gobblers will be held and the statewide season will open on Saturday ay 2. Additionally this is the ti e of year when wild lee s so eti es called ra ps and wild spring ushroo s such as the uch-pri ed orels begin to appear.
hether you reside in this area or are
hen it co es to hunting the chance to spend ti e in the Appalachian ountains in pursuit of a wary old spring gobbler is so ething that hunters could only daydrea about over the confining winter onths. Now in ust one onth our statewide season opens on ay 2. Ti e now can be well spent in doing so e preseason
scouting – learning just where the turkeys are roosting, traveling and feeding, and perhaps becoming familiar with some new territories you might want to hunt this coming season.
If you are considering trying to locate new places to hunt, particularly if it might be on private property, don’t hesitate. Knock on a few doors now, not the opening day of the season, or even the day or two before the opener. A landowner always appreciates common courtesy, and seeking permission well in advance of the season will go a long way toward gaining approval. If neither fishing nor hunting is your passion, there are still plenty of opportunities in our area to enjoy the great outdoors and get some fresh air and exercise along the way.
Hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, and camping opportunities are present in nearby state parks, trails, and waterways. One of the most popular destinations is the Rails-to-Trails site along Pine Creek, offering great hi ing bi ing and wildlife observation – including frequent sightings of bald eagles and, occasionally, golden eagles. Day and overnight excursions on nearby waterways can provide a unique way to see the beauty of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
The weather has been increasingly more pleasant spring owers are beginning to bloom, and trees will soon be in blossom, presenting the outdoor enthusiast the chance to get outside in the fresh air now that spring has finally sprung
AMISH COUNTRY BUFFET
Lyco Anglers Turn 50
We are getting close to the opening day of the 2026 trout season. Jensen and I snuck out this past weekend. Delayed Harvest. The water was high, and the temperatures were rough. We are hoping for better luck. Pennsylvania now allows kids to fish with a mentor the weekend prior. Most folks follow the rules, and some take advantage. Remember, this program is for youngsters, not grown-ups. Urgh.
My friends at the Lycoming Anglers were recently honored. I was away on another bad golf weekend. State Representative Joe Hamm gave the club a fancy citation as we are celebrating our 50 years of service. Special thanks to Camp Susque and its staff for hosting our annual Spring Kickoff. There were several in attendance. Much love to the Lycoming Anglers. They continue to make our backyard a great fishery. They have been doing this for a very long time. A small group of volunteers from the area that does so much for our local waterways. The Lycoming Creek Anglers raise close to 12,000 trout at their nursery near Bodines. They then stock Lycoming Creek and its wonderful tributaries. The Anglers have been out a
few times already. My guys are out there this morning. They continue to release fish every Saturday in May. They also give the State a hand with some of their stockings. Jensen and I have helped on many occasions. We are so proud to be a part of this great organization. I feel bad because I often leave my friends hanging. Thankfully, a few of the elders pick up the slack and then some. The fish they raise are outstanding. The Anglers have been using a new feed for a few years now. It is expensive, but this has been a game-changer. Each year’s crop is better than the last. This feed brings out some amazing colors. You can tell a major difference between the State’s fish and those coming from the Lycoming Creek Anglers. Healthy and massive. Some of the brutes are only two years old.
Yes. This new feed is pretty salty. The Anglers spend close to $12,000 annually. This is a hefty fee for this non-profit organization. It is so important to maintain a healthy membership. We are working on it, but the Lycoming Creek Anglers receive no funding from our state or local governments. They solely rely on
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memberships and donations. One of their biggest events is back on the schedule. The annual Lycoming Creek Children’s Derby is slated for Saturday, June 6th. This showcase brings hundreds of kids from all over the region. Jensen and I look forward to this special day every season. It is an all-day fishing extravaganza with tons of wonderful prizes. Squarewood Acres Campground is the spot. They are seven miles north of Trout Run. Route 14. Look for the signs by the Marsh Hill Bridge. Boys and girls aged 3-13 are welcome. Remember the date. I will provide more information as we get closer. The Anglers are hoping for another great turnout. They drop 600 or so fish in the morning. Another 500 around lunchtime. Rain or shine. It is fantastic. Everyone goes home as a winner. The old timers and I really enjoy the derby. The smiles and laughs from the kids make it worth it.
Special thanks to my man Walt, Joe Knerr, Pat Johns, Dale Sholder, Buzz Boyer, and the many members. We are so blessed to have these guys in the neighborhood. I would also like to give Sam Caldwell some love. Sam has been the guy behind the scenes for many years. He is getting older, and he has scaled back. Sam had a tough winter with his health. I am glad to see that he
is back on the mend. He is a staple. The guy is a legend. Volunteers are tough to find these days. My generation is full of shame. Please consider becoming a member or making a donation today. Your funds and support make an immediate impact on our local trout fishing. Give me a buzz if you want to join. I also wanted to say a few words about a friend this week. Coach John Brink was the man. John passed away last Tuesday. He was an educator, coach, and mentor to thousands of Muncy Indians. I enjoy getting to know him both on and off the court. We had some great talks. Coach Brink was such a great dude. He would often reach out after one of these columns. John sent me a note two weeks back. I gave him the usual thanks. But I would have told him so much more. Cheers.
Top Tips for Spring Fishing
Fishing attracts millions of enthusiasts. e American Sportshing Association says one in six Americans are anglers, which equates to more than of 50 million anglers nationwide. e shing industry supports 826,000 jobs, and excise taxes collected on shing gear and boat fuel help fund sh and habitat programs overseen by sh and wildlife agencies in the U.S. Canadians also love to cast a line, with an estimated ve to eight million anglers throughout the country, according to Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Although recreational shing occurs year-round, the warmer months tend to be the most popular for gathering bait, rod and reel and heading to the nearest body of water. Fishing season begins to heat up in spring, even if the mercury hasn’t climbed too high just yet. Anglers who are chomping at the “bait” to get started should know that the right approach can help anyone make the most of a day by the water.
What’s biting?
managed by state departments of environmental protection. Regulations determine when seasons start and end, how many sh are allowed per angler, and the limitations on size for keepers or throw-backs.
Spring is considered one of the best times to catch trophy-sized largemouth and smallmouth bass. ey move from deep wintering areas to shallow water for spawning. Crappies, trout, walleye, and northern pike also are popular spring season sh. For saltwater anglers, ounder, red sh, speckled trout, Spanish mackerel, cobia, and king sh begin to be more active or closer to the shore as ocean waters warm.
Timing the trip
Early spring is when warming waters make sh more active. Popular seasons for many species of sh begin at this time of year, although it is always best for anglers to check seasonal regulations where they live, which are
Although morning shing excursions are popular, anglers may have to start a little later in the day for early spring shing. According to Take Me Fishing, sh may not bite in early morning because the water is cold and will not heat up until later, when the sun is higher and the rays do not bounce o the water. It may be best to wait until a ernoon or early evening when sh are eating a lot because their metabolisms are elevated and the water is warmer from the sun directly overhead. Timing trips to the outgoing tide also may help anglers see larger sh numbers.
By Jon Pries
April 25 is the date of this year’s Youth Hunt for spring gobblers, and the regular season opens on May 2. So, my question to you is, “Is Your Vest Ready?” With the arrival of spring-like weather, it is easy to get caught up in all those outdoor chores that have been put off by the cold and snow. ard work and getting ready for spring planting will take up much of our time over the next few weeks. Before you realize it, Youth Day and Opening Day will sneak up on us. Take time now to make sure your vest is loaded and ready for the upcoming season. Here are a few thoughts on what you need to be carrying.
The more time you spend in the turkey woods, the more you will realize that turkeys fre uently sound different fro one another. While there are standard calls, such as yelps, purrs, clucks, and gobbles, individual birds have sounds that vary in pitch, tone, and volume. To duplicate this variable, it is advisable to carry more than one kind of turkey call, and also to carry more than one of each type.
The standard box call is a must, and can produce any turkey sound you wish to make. But, additionally, for a slight variation, consider adding to your vest a “long box.” Generally, 2 or 3 inches longer than the standard
box call, it will produce a pitch and tone that varies from the standard call. It can also crank out a sound that carries farther than the standard call, making it useful on windy days or for locating a bird at a greater distance.
Slate calls or pot calls are one of the easiest to master, and a pot call with a slate surface, as well as one with a glass surface, is an important call to carry if you are going to offer a variation in sound to nearby turkeys. On a rainy day, the slate call will be rendered useless by any raindrops that land on its surface, but the glass-surfaced pot call will be unaffected and thus a welcome addition to your vest when rain comes your way. Include several strikers for each pot call — each one will yield a slightly different pitch or tone and you can never be sure which one will turn on a nearby gobbler. Offering a variety of pitches and tones is an important key to getting a gobbler to come your way.
Finally, the mouth call is also a must. They come in seemingly endless shapes and sizes, while they are the ost di cult to aster they will become the “go to” call that most tur ey hunters will use especially effective when you are trying to simulate multiple turkey sounds and using it simultaneously with a box or pot call to sound like numerous turkeys at once. Once a gobbler is coming your way and reaches a distance where he can be seen, the mouth call is essential, as
Attention Getter
The spring turkey season is nearly upon us; the youth hunt is set for April 25, and the statewide season runs from May 2-30.
Hunting hours from May 2-16 begin one-half hour before sunrise and end at noon. Hunters are asked to be out of the woods by 1 p.m. during that period.
From May 18-30, the hunting hours begin one-half hour before sunrise and end one-half hour after sunset.
Needless to say, those of us who are into spring gobbler hunting have been doing some serious looking or scouting in our daily travels.
Hunters especially pay a lot of attention to that beard or bristly protrusion that comes from the chest of a gobbler. Turkey hunters are also interested in those spurs or sharp attachments that protrude from the back of the legs. Those spurs aid in fighting and the longer the spurs and the longer the protruding beard, the greater the trophy for the hunter.
hile the spur aids in fighting, the beard — which is really a odified feather see s to have no known function other than attracting the attention of us turkey hunters.
Generally speaking, gobblers remain somewhat elusive or at least not all that obvious until spring arrives, and then they begin to make their presence known.
The turkeys have been oc ed during the winter onths with the hens being together and the jakes or young gobblers in another oc .
The older gobblers are often in another oc .
While these are the three common groups it s not unusual to find an older gobbler mixed in with a bunch of hens.
I saw that very thing this winter, not far from my home, with a couple of nice-sized gobblers with a good-sized oc of hens.
Of course, come spring, one of the biggest changes in the gobblers’ behavior is that gobble. That gobble establishes a pecking order, and it serves
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to attract the hens. The dominant gobblers get to do the breeding, and the younger gobblers get in on the action only if they can get a hen away from the more dominant gobblers.
It’s this breeding period that becomes the center of attention in the turkey hunter’s year. The gobblers are doing a lot more talking, and they are often a lot more visible, making them more vulnerable than normal, and that’s what spring gobbler hunters try to take advantage of.
During this mating period, the gobbler is trying to attract hens, so he will often stand out in the open and gobble and strut, trying to get the hens to
come to him.
What’s interesting is that we spring gobbler hunters are trying to get the gobbler to do the opposite and come to our hen calls.
I guess that what makes spring gobbler hunting such a challenge — trying to get that gobbler to come to us rather than the hen coming in to him.
Obviously, you want to make sure you have your hen calls pretty well honed and be careful not to move at the wrong time since the gobbler’s extremely good eyesight could put a quick end to the hunt.
Let’s hope we get it altogether this spring.
Game Commission Releases Deer Harvest Estimates TrueGrade Excavating
Pennsylvania hunters harvested about 6% more deer in the 2025-26 hunting seasons than they did the year before, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission estimates.
The statewide 2025-26 deer harvest was estimated at 505,600 deer, 185,310 of them antlered and 320,290 antlerless.
By comparison, the statewide 202425 harvest was estimated at 476,880 deer.
The objective in most of the state’s 22 Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) was to reduce deer numbers, either because deer were negatively impacting forest health, Chronic Wasting Disease is present and increasing harvest might slow the spread, or both.
To help meet those harvest objectives and expand hunter opportunity, the Game Commission offered additional antlerless licenses last season.
The year-over-year increase is equally attributable to rises in the antlered and antlerless deer harvests. Both were about 6% higher than the year before.
It’s notable, however, that 2025-26’s antlered deer harvest was up about 9% over the most-recent three-year average, and the antlerless harvest was about 17% higher.
That was partly by design, in regard to antlerless harvest, said Game Commission Deer and Elk Section Supervisor David Stainbrook.
That hunters responded — helping guide local deer populations toward target levels by buying hunting licenses, obtaining available antlerless deer tags and filling them — is no surprise, said Game Commission Executive Director Steve Smith. For more than century, hunters have been a powerful force for conservation.
“Pennsylvania has a strong hunting heritage, one that brings hundreds of thousands of hunters together in groups large and small each fall and winter to enjoy days with family and friends,” Smith said. “But this is about more than just fun and tradi-
“Deer are one species that can impact the composition of their own environment, with consequences not just for themselves, but for our forests and fields and all the other wildlife that habitat sustains. Hunters, by managing deer, buoy not only deer, but all our other natural resources. Their time afield is a commitment to stewardship that deserves our thanks.”
The Game Commission’s harvest estimates are calculated using antlered and antlerless harvest reports submitted by hunters in combination with data from deer checked at processors across the state, Stainbrook said. Last season, hunters reported more than 150,000 deer — by far most often using the online reporting form — and Game Commission personnel checked more than 25,000 deer at processors.
Statewide, about 29% of deer hunters took an antlered deer. That’s the highest success rate since at least 2007.
Most of those bucks were older ones, too. Two of every three were at
least 2.5 years old.
Meanwhile, hunters turned about 25% of antlerless tags into harvested deer. That’s consistent with past seasons, as is the fact about 70% of those deer were adult females.
Looking at the harvests by season, hunters once again took more deer overall in the regular statewide firearms deer season than in any other. It accounted for an estimated 299,230 deer, counting 89,980 antlered and 209,250 antlerless.
Archers, meanwhile, took an estimated 182,190 deer, 94,290 of them antlered and 87,900 antlerless. Muzzleloader hunters got 24,180 deer, 1,040 of them antlered and 23,140 antlerless.
It’s worth noting that firearms seasons account for the majority of the harvest in most WMUs. Archery harvests make up the majority in more-developed WMUs (such as WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D), where the use of firearms might be more restricted. Archery hunting is critical, Stainbrook said, to effectively manage deer in those more-suburban areas.
Reader beware!
Depending on which day of the week you spend with the pages of this publication, the headline phrase may have been a part of your daily activities. While the true identity of its origin is unknown, April Fool’s Day is a lighthearted occasion encouraging humor through pranks and jokes. The pranks range from simple tricks to elaborate hoaxes that have involved media participation.
Since its 2003 inception, this year is only the third time the paper has carried an April 1 publication date (2015 & 2020 being the others). However, its pages have often ‘reported’ some strange happenings masquerading as April Fools attention-getters.
In keeping with the spirit of the day and in hopeful anticipation of a soonto-be-warming spring, I came across a few media-produced April 1 stories that had some folks believing — at least for a while.
From the Titusville Herald, April,1, 1963 – The newspaper ran a headline across the top of its sports page declaring that the Pittsburgh Pirates Major League Baseball team was moving to Titusville (population 5,000). The story said the team was reportedly making the
move because it was “tired of battling the city fathers for a new stadium on Pittsburgh’s North Side.”
Players for the Pirates were said to be happy with the move, although reliever Roy Face asked. “Where’s Titusville?”
The April Fool’s announcement caused the first sellout of the Titusville Herald in many years, as people bought copies for their scrapbooks.
Sports Illustrated, April 1, 1985 – writer George Plimpton wrote an article describing an incredible rookie baseball player training at the New York Mets camp in St. Petersburg, Florida. The player was named Sidd Finch, who could pitch a baseball at 168 mph with pinpoint accuracy. The fastest previous pitch had been recorded at 103 mph.
Showing up at Mets camp, the 6’4, 170-pound pitcher impressed all who saw him. A Mets catcher described his pitching style as “like a pretzel gone loony.” He frequently wore a hiking boot on his right foot while pitching, his other foot bare. His speed and power were so great that the catcher would only hear a small sound, “a little pft, pft-boom,” before the ball landed in his glove. Batters declared it was not “humanly possible” to hit Finch’s pitches.
Unfortunately for the Mets, Finch was undecided whether to commit himself to a career as a baseball player or pursue a career as a French Horn player. He told Mets management he would let them know his decision on April 1.
Sports Illustrated received almost 2,000 letters in response to the article, and it became one of their most famous stories ever. On April 8, they declared that Finch had held a press conference stating he had lost the accuracy needed to throw his fastball and therefore would not be pursuing a baseball career with the Mets. On April 15, they admitted the story was a hoax.
Dunlop Golf Balls, April 1, 2005 – the co pany announced plans to offer a golf ball designed specifically for lefthanded players. The idea came from a research project undertaken to better understand today s golfing ar et. While left-handed golf clubs are commonplace, no company has yet produced a left-handed golf ball. Many golfers mark their ball with an ink image or even a printed logo to help them focus on the ball at the position of address. The Dunlop Lefty will assist left-handed golfers with a strategically
placed, ergonomically designed Dunlop arrow, thus indicating the correct position of the ball to focus on for the left-handed golfer.
Good luc finding one of those at your local golf shop.)
Erie Times-News, April 1, 1978 –Dave Heberle, outdoors columnist, reported that onofila ent fishing line (a popular type of line used in trout fishing was being banned in Ohio New York, and Pennsylvania after an EPA researcher, Dr. Ayper Ilfu, found it caused cancer in brook trout. Dr. Ilfu conceded, however, “We’re not 100% sure about rainbows or browns.” iolators would be fined $ 0 on a first offense and $ for a repeat violation.
The Pennsylvania Fish Commission was ooded with calls fro concerned fisher en. Also anglers rushed to tac le shops to stock up on the popular line. One owner of an Erie tackle shop said, “It was brutal. People just panicked.”
The newspaper subsequently printed a retraction, “We’re truly sorry.” The article that appeared as a joke turned out to be a nightmare. Heberle was subse uently fired fro his ob.
As this is being written, I have no idea what owner Jim Webb may be hatching up on page two, but rumor has it he is concerned about a defective ink supply, which ay rub off and leave a ess on the reader’s hands.
Caught you looking? April Fool’s!
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COMICS
cession
Wings
In the center
Pleasantly smooth
Jeweled headdress
In slow tempo
__ Falls
Reiterations
Eras
Hyphen Down:
Body part
Mimics 3. Expel or eject (variant sp.)
Sea eagle
Taxonomic category
Chinese languages 7. Mr. T’s “A-Team” character
Consumed
Chinese dynasty
NFL legend Randy
Ireland 13. Palm trees with creeping roots
Fungal disease
Tall, slender-leaved plants
Crossword, Crypto and Sudoku Answers Page
20. A rmative! (slang) 22. It says who you are
Atlantic coast state
Grow older 27. Associations
Woman (French)
Sunscreen rating
Brew 36. Leader
37. Indigo bush genus
38. Burn with a hot liquid
Junior’s father 43. Mackerel genus 45. Morning
48. Straight line from side to side (abbr.)
50. Type of molding
51. Small, thin or twisted bunch
53. Worn by exposure to the weather
54. Mars crater 55. Humanities
57. Relating to the ears
58. “To the __ degree” 59. Residue when something is burned 61. It cools a home
MINIATURE DACHSHUND PUPPIES For Sale. Pure Bred, Vet Checked, ealth ertificate. all For Appointment To See Them On Site. $1,100.00. 570-7452286. 198209
COWBOY CORGI PUPPIES For Sale (Blue Heeler/ Welsh Corgi). Friendly And Used To Children. Ready April 3rd. $500.00. Leave Message 570-649-6502. 198040
RED MINI POODLE
Male. Will Have Shots And Dewormed. 8 Weeks Old April 15th. Small And Very Cute, $400.00. 570-725-2394
Extn:3 . 198200
AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVER Puppies For Sale. 570-547-6409. 197806
GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTER Puppies For Sale. Tails Docked, Dewclaws Done. 9 Weeks Old. Dad Is A Vizsla Mix. Will Have First Shots. 570337-8968. 197633
FLUFFY BORDER COLLIE/ALASKAN MALAMUTE Cross Puppies. Very Cute And Playful, $200.00. Call 570-745-2286 For An Appointment. 198208
SHELTIE PUPPIES.
Ready To Go Now, $450.00. Up To Date With Shots And Dewormed, Vet Checked. Call 570-547-0989. License #16369. 198211
Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Blue Merle, Very Friendly, $100.00. 570-725-3570. 198041
LIVESTOCK
ROUND PENS ALL SIZES. Livestock Panels. Immediate Delivery. 570-9163309. 198221
FOR SALE Red Sex-Link Pullets, Ready To Lay. 570547-6409. 197808
REPORTS
JERSEY SHORE LIVESTOCK MARKET LLC & FLEA MARKET: The following items were sold on March 26th, 2026: Beef Calves: $16.50 to $24.50 per
pound; Beef X Calves: $14.75 to $19.10 per pound; Holstein Calves: $0.10 to $17.40 per pound; Fats: $1.90 to $2.41 per pound; Cows: $0.61 to $1.89 per pound; Bulls: $1.54 to $2.32 per pound; Feeders: $0.50 to $4.55 per pound; Goats $10 to $450 per head; Lambs: $3.00 to $ 4.60 per pound; Sheep: $ 0.60 to $ 1.65 per pound. 1308 S RT 44 HWY, JERSEY SHORE PA 17740. 198225
EVENTS
YARD SALES
MARY’S MARKET 9873 Route 220 Jersey Shore. Buying Green Depression Glass. Come Check Us Out. Hours, Thursday Through Sunday 10-5pm. 570-259-1886. 198220
323 TOMBS RUN ROAD, Jersey Shore. April 10th & 11th, 8-5pm. 198060
PUBLIC SALE
NOTICE OF PUB-
LIC SALE: The Following Self-Storage Cube Contents Containing Household and Other Goods Will Be Sold, For Cash, By CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent For Owner 300 Lycoming Mall Circle Suite 320, Pennsdale, Pa. 17756,
To Satisfy A Lien On April 15, 2026, At Approx. 3:00 PM At www.storagetreasures. com. Cube 1458 Nicole Alvarez, Cube 1365 William Hall. 198034
ESTATE SALE
ESTATE SALE 204 Riverview Drive, So. Williamsport. 4/2, 9am-3pm? 198039
ADVERTISE your Yard Sale, Garage Sale, or Rummage Sale! Only $7.95 for 5 lines! Contact Jaimie Today!! Call Webb Weekly at (570) 326-9322 or email classifieds webbwee ly.co
ESTATE SALE: 2760 Rte 654 Hwy Williamsport on April 10 and 11 at 8am. Sofa Sleeper, Dining room set, Antique Trunks, Glassware, washer/dryer (like new), Freezer, Ryobi mower & trimmer, Tools, Drop leaf table, Rocking Chairs, Jewelry, Clothing, and Many household items. Photos on FB. All priced to sell. You won’t want to miss this sale. Cash or Check only. 198044
Appointments Now Available! • May 5, 2026
Begin Your Registration Online Today!
https://www.swasd.org/futuremountie Documents
Immunization Records
Proof of Residency
Future Mounties must be 5 years old on or before Aug. 31, 2026
Email kgeise@swasd.org or call 570-327-1581 ext. 4466 for questions or assistance with Pre-Registration
CHURCH SERVICES
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. 196796
EAGLE MOUNTAIN
WORD OF FAITH
CHURCH 1804 Bloomingrove Road, Williamsport. Sundays 10am. 570-4470162. 198019
DUBOISTOWN CHURCH
133 Summer Street. Sunday 10am. “24 Hours that Changed the World-Christ the Victor”. 717-813-3992. 198043
GENERAL MERCH.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT’S IN YOUR WATER? Leaf o e ater olutions offers FREE water testing and whole ho e water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 1 off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior and military discounts. Restrictions apply. chedule your FREE test today. Call 1-866-996-1526. M11
LAWN-BOY PUSH
MOWER, Needs Maintenance. Barbells Best Offer. Air Conditioner, $350.00 OBO. Brand New Bow aws With Blades, Hedge Shears, Electric. all i e 0-7195. 197807
BURNER BARRELS, Muncy Area $12.00. Call 570-546-6046. 197991
PREPARE FOR POWER
OUTAGES TODAY with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE - ear warranty with ualifying purchase. Call 1-855-465-7624 today to schedule a free uote. It s not ust a generator. It s a power move. M11
SAFE STEP. North America s 1 al -In Tub. oprehensive lifeti e warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower pac age and $1600 Off for a li ited ti e all today Financing available. all afe tep 1-833-356-1954. M11
PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES TODAY - Generac Home Standby Generator. Receive a free - ear warranty with ualifying purchase. 855-948-6176 to schedule a free uote. It s not ust a generator. It s a power move. C11
ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER PARISH
Bingo Every Monday Night
Come join us for a chance to win the $1000 guaranteed Jackpot, our progressive Bonanza game and more! WE H AVE GREAT FOOD TOO!
18 face: $28, 12 face: $22, 6 face: $14 • Add a bumper to the 18 face for $9 All packages include a chance to win the Jackpot and Mystery #(s) Doors open at 5PM • Games begin at 6:30PM
BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as 1 day! Affordable prices - No payents for 1 onths Lifeti e warranty professional installs. enior ilitary discounts available. 1-877-5439189. C11
CONSUMER CELLULAR - same reliable, nationwide coverage as the largest carriers. No long-term contract no hidden fees free activation. All plans feature unli ited tal te t starting at just $20/mo. Call 1-877305-1535. C11
EXTREMELY LARGE COLLECTION Of ac O’Connor Books And Magazines and Other Outdoor Authors. Price Negotiable. 570-368-1332. 198018
FIREARMS
7MM MAGNUM WILDCAT, $650.00. Belgian Pinfire hotgun $ 0.00. 570-916-3393. 198016
GOOD THINGS TO EAT
TRADITIONAL APPLE BUTTER. Pints, Quarts, alf Gallons. Near larstown 0-2 -61 . 1 020
HEALTHCARE
DON’T LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844-317-5246. M11 PRIVATE HOME CARE PROVIDER, Available Fle ible rd hift ours. References Available. 570-5605701. 197809
DENTAL INSUR-
ANCE-Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Covers 350 procedures. Real insurance-not a discount plan. Get your free dental info kit! 1-855-526-1060 www.dental50plus.com/ads #6258. C11
PEACE OF MIND & EARLY DETECTION
- Now more than ever, it’s important to get screened for Stroke & Cardiovascular Disease risk. Life Line Screening is simple & painless. 833-9704172. C11
PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR may be covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 877-305-1535. C11
DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877-5531891 www.dental50plus. com/macnet #6258. M11
MOBILEHELP, America’s premier mobile medical alert system. Whether you’re home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure! 1-888489-3936. C11
DON’T LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. AmeriGlide today 833-399-3595 C11
WANTED TO BUY
CALLAHAN’S ANTIQUITIES
381 Broad Street Montoursville, PA. ALWAYS BUYING Quality Antiques, Gold, Silver Top Prices Paid With Immediate Payment. One Piece or Whole Estates. e ber of ertified Appraisers Guild of America”.
Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 570-368-2597. 1978021
WANTED: VINTAGE CHRISTMAS Decorations And Ornaments. Call 570447-4488. 196474
TOP DOLLAR PAID for old vintage guitars! Gibson, Fender, Martin, Grecsch, Rickenbacker, Epiphone, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. Call 866-433-8277. C11
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. 198210
HEALTHCARE EMPLOYMENT
PART-TIME LIBRARY
AIDE. Konkle Library in Montoursville seeks part-time library aide for 8-15 hours weekly including every other aturday. ust be e ible with hours. Knowledge of the computer and library necessary. Hourly rate $8.45. PA State Clearances required if hired. Apply in person at the library for a job description and application. Application deadline: April 18, 2026. 198013
HELP WANTED, DOC’S SIDE OF THE MOON, Linden. Now hiring Part time Cook. Bartender. 570-3987675. Ask for Mike. Cook and bartender are separate positions. 198215 HIRING FOR SEASONAL GROUNDSKEEPING. Starting Pay $13.50. Inquire At Jersey Shore Cemetery, 1103 Locust Street, Jersey Shore. 570-398-1863. 197790
BUSINESS SERVICES
PEST CONTROL: Protect your home from pests safely. Roaches, Bed Bugs, Rodent, Termite, Spiders & more. Locally owned affordable. For service or inspection today! 833-860-0657 Have zip code ready! C11
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL costs! (Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 12 1 2 Call 1-844-826-2535. M11
POOL SERVICE: OPENINGS Starting At $200.00. Call Dylan 570-917-2593. 197810
• Provides food and beverage service to club members and guests
• Is knowledgeable about the menu and wine lists
• Places orders with the kitchen through POS system
• Performs clearing and setup of tables
• Consistently follows RAMP guidelines, state laws and club policies for the service of alcoholic beverages
• Veri es food, beverage, tax and tip amounts upon presentation of ticket for payment
• Performs Ala Carte and Banquet services
• Flexible scheduling both days and evenings Hourly Rate: $2.83-$10.00 + Gratuity + additional tips
Clubhouse Hostess — (Year Around)
• Manages the reservations and seating for the club’s dining areas
• Greets and seats guests upon arrival
• Carefully observes service provided to members and takes corrective action if necessary
• Administrative support and duties as assigned by Clubhouse Director
• Knowledge of Reservation and POS system Hourly Rate: $20-22
Clubhouse Utility/Bus Person — (Year Around)
• Performs setup and cleaning of dining tables before, during and a er meal service
• Assists Food Server with miscellaneous tasks throughout service
• Performs other appropriate duties as needed
• Excellent starting position to advance to the Food Server position
• Flexible scheduling both days and evenings
Hourly Rate: $12.00
Clubhouse Food Runner – (Year Around)
• Ensures prompt and polite service to members and guests
• Assists food servers
• Ensures plated hot food leaves the kitchen quickly
• Carefully matches all food items to correct orders
• Assists with carrying food trays to and from the tables
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned
• Excellent starting position to advance to the Food Server position
• Flexible scheduling both days and evenings
Hourly Rate: $12.00
NO MORE CLEANING OUT GUTTERS. Guaranteed! LeafFilter is backed by a no-clog guarantee and lifetime transferable warranty. Call today 1-855-791-1626 to schedule a FREE inspection and no obligation estimate. Get 1 off your entire order. Plus, Military & Seniors get an additional 10 off. Limited time only. Restrictions apply, see representative for warranty and offer details.
M11
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. Limited times, we’re waiving all installation costs! (Additional terms apply). Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 12/31/25 Call 1-844-5013208. 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
AGING ROOF? NEW HOMEOWNER? STORM DAMAGE? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 833-640-4753. Have zip code of property ready when calling! C11
NO MORE CLEANING GUTTERS GUARANTEED! LeafFilter backed by no-clog guarantee & lifetime warranty. Call 1- 833-6101936 to schedule FREE inspection/estimate. Get 15% off your entire order. ilitary & Seniors get additional 10% off. Restrictions apply see rep for details. C11
HOME BREAK-INS take less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢ a day! Call 855-401-1151. C11
Pool Lifeguards (Seasonal)
• Supervise members and guests in and around the swimming pool
• Implement water safety policies and procedures
• Administer care to swimmers’ minor injuries such as cuts and bruises
• Performs all pre-opening and closing duties
• Enforces rules of conduct
• Straightens the pool and sitting areas
• Provides prompt, friendly service to guests
Hourly Rate: $15.00
Pool Concession (Seasonal)
• Operates pool food and beverage concession area
• Provides prompt, friendly service to guests
• Handle basic food and beverage preparation and sales
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the concession area
• Provides service to patrons as required
Hourly Rate: $12.00 + Gratuity + additional tips
REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material-steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles & multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifeti e Li ited Ti e Offer up to 0 off installation Additional 10 off install ilitary, health & 1st responders.) 1-833-370-1234. C11
WATER DAMAGE
CLEANUP & restoration: A small amount of water can lead to major damage and mold growth in your home. Our trusted professionals do complete repairs to protect your family and your home’s value! Call 24/7: 1-833-8870117. C11
REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material-steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer -- up to 0 off installation Additional 10 off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855338-4807. M11
BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920 Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution Call for Your Free Author`s Guide 1-866-482-1576 or visit http://dorranceinfo.com/ macnet. M11
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 570-3219472. 197784.
HEALTHCARE MUSIC
G & W SOUND. DJ Music For Any Occasion Small Or Large. 570-220-5512
PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Free uote. As about first application special! 833-860-0811. C11
D & M LAWNCARE LLC. We Are Looking To Add Residential And Commercial Customers For Mowing. Insured and Affordable. lease Give Us A Call Today For A Free Estimate. 570-337-1606. 198022
Jersey Shore
online
Include letter of interest addressed to Dr. Brian Ulmer, 175 A&P Drive, Jersey Shore, PA 17740, resume, PA Standard Teaching Application, certi cation, Act 34, 151, and 114 clearances, and 3 letters of reference. Deadline for applications is April 17, 2026, at 4:00pm JSASD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Dolly’s Diner has immediate openings for the following positions:
Cooks,
Servers
and Restaurant Manager
If you are interested, please fill out an application at any of the Dolly’s Diner locations.
LAWN CARE
DAVID’S LAWN CARE RESIDENTIAL
WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD NEW CUSTOMERS FULLY INSURED MULCHING-MOWINGSPRING CLEAN-UPHEDGE TRIMMING-WEED WHACKING
FREE ESTIMATES IF NO ANSWER LEAVE A VOICEMAIL I RETURN CALLS 570-323-4014 OR 570916-1843. 197616
SCOTT'S LAWN CARE. OUR 27TH YEAR IN BUSINESS! SPRING AND FALL CLEAN-UP.
Residential And Commercial Mowing And Landscaping. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 570-419-6326. 198023
FINANCIAL
INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! FREE quote: Call 1-866-272-0492. M11
BUYING
JEWELRY GALORE
Buying Gold Jewelry
Pre 1960’s Gaudy, Glitzy & Designer Costume Jewelry. (No quantities too large!)
Men’s Gold Rings, Old Pocket Watches, Old Wrist Watches Sterling Silver Items & Sterling Silver Ware 570-295-0622
Call the Jewelry Ladies Save this Ad • ank You
WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC timeshare cancellation experts over $50 million timeshare debt/fees cancelled in 2019. Free info package. Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 833-308-1971. C11
INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call National Debt Relief and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! Free quote: Call 1-844955-4930. C11
TV / INTERNET
DIRECTV Stream
- Carries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo for 12 mos Stream on 20 devices at once.
HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405. C11
DIRECTV OVER IN-
TERNET - Get your favorite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels included for 3 mos (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866629-6086. M11
REAL ESTATE
OWN LAND. YourCheapLand.com. TX NM AZ OK CO. Homestead, tiny home, RV, camp, hunt, invest. ON26 for $100 Off. YourCheapLand.com. C11 NEED CASH QUICKLY?
We buy houses in any condition. Get a fair cash offer within 24 hours! Call today. Liz Buys Houses: 833-3594707. C11
WE BUY HOUSES Any Condition/Any Situation. No Hassles, Quick Cash. Call 570-989-1938 . 198024
APARTMENTS
2 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENTS
Downtown Williamsport. Fully Furnished. All Utilities, Wi-Fi And Parking Included. Private Rooftop Patio Deck. All Linens And Kitchen Accessories Included. Flexible Leases. No Pets, No Smoking. $1,600/ Month. 570-916-3309. 198222
WILLIAMSPORT – GRIER STREET MANOR
– 1 BRM. APTS FOR ALL THOSE 55YRS. OR OLDER WHO MEET FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS. W/W CARPET, A/C. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED. SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. CALL FOR APPLICATION AND INFORMATION.
1-800-735-3068, OR570329-2287, TDD 711. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER & EMPLOYER. 198207
-WILLIAMSPORTNICHOLS COURT APARTMENTS, ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! 2 BEDROOMS MUST BE 62 YRS. OR OLDER & MEET FEDERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. RENT INCLUDES ALL UTILITIES; SECTION 8 VOUCHER ARE ACCEPTED. NON-SMOKING BUILDING. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER. PLEASE CALL 1-800-735-3068 ext. # 147, TTD: 711 TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION. 198012
COMMERCIAL UNIT
7,000 SQ. FT. STORE FRONT COMMERCIAL
At 4th And Diamond Street, Newberry. 2 Bathrooms, $2,500.00 Monthly. Gas
Heat, Very Reasonable Utilities, Air Conditioned, Parking. 570-916-3309. 198223
DIRECT MAILED TO OVER 58,000 HOMES AND BUSINESSES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL, 3 LINES FOR 4 WEEKS, ONLY $15.95. CALL CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT 570326-9322
BURKHOLDER’S REPAIR, Sales Of Farm Tractors, Repair, Restore, Paint, Etc. Turbotville, PA. 814720-8845. 198224
MOTORCYCLES
2015 YAMAHA V-STAR
1300. $3,900.00. 570-3120783. 198089
VEHICLES WANTED
GET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, nocost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the BlindToday at 1-844-3202804 today! M11 WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com . M11
DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-3270686 today! M11 DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398. C11 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. 198025
Sealed Bids for Athletic Supplies and Uniforms
e Loyalsock Township School District is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of athletic supplies and equipment. Interested parties should contact the district office, 1605 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, PA 17701, by calling (570) 326-6508 Ext. 1008.
Deadline for bid submission is Friday, April 24, 2026, no later than noon at the district o ce.
Loyalsock Township School District accepts the right to reject any and all bids.
