Webb Weekly May 27, 2026

A Summer to Celebrate Baseball At Historic Bowman Field

Wow, what a journey it has been for America’s Pastime in the West End of Williamsport. Between what is now known as Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field and Original Little League, the birthplace of Little League Baseball, there are just not many places in our Nation blessed with such deep-rooted baseball tradition. Who would have ever thought that for the last 9 years, Bowman Field would morph literally into a Major League Baseball stadium and host two MLB teams and all the teams now participating in the Little League World Series?

As the summer to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our great Nation has begun, it only seems fitting that it is also the 100th anniversary of Williamsport Historic Bowman Field. A place where America’s Pastime is alive and well. A place where a little boy’s dream has been witnessed for a century, developing into a Major League reality. A place where, if you’re as old as I am, you can close

your eyes and remember what Bowman Field looked like in the ‘70s and then open them today and ask if this is heaven. For those of you who may not know, that’s the line from the movie Field of Dreams, when Kevin Costner informs them, “No, it’s Iowa.” However, I think a movie rewrite and Pennsylvania are now more believable.

The actual baseball history and Williamsport history are best left to Lou Hunsinger. He has our cover story this week, and I’m sure he will have much more as the season goes on. He can probably name every future professional player who has toed the mound or ran the bases at Bowman.

Lou gets the work end of the deal, but I know to him it’s a passion that he would probably do for free if I ask.

I get all the fun in the sun as far as the Williamsport Boys of Summer go.

What a summer of celebration my good friends Rhashan, the Director of Smiles, whom I promoted to VP of Baseball Fun last season, the VP of Marketing and Public Relations, Gabe

Sinicropi, and Vice President/GM, Doug Estes, have put together for this year.

The Crosscutters will be trying to climb back to the top of the MLB Draft League on the field. During the game, they will have special events celebrating their past history, as well as the great entertainment we have grown used to from the management team. We will have it covered from the first pitch every week within our pages. I thank Gabe, Doug, and Rhashan, along with all the Crosscutter folks, for the great relationship Webb Weekly has had with them over the years.

There are so many promos; here are a few that jumped out to me. I especially like the Heritage jerseys they will be wearing. They will open the season with a tribute to the Williamsport Grays. It’s worth noting that these Heritage jerseys will be auctioned off. Saturdays are again fireworks night over Journey Ball Park at Historic Bowman Field. A perfect celebration of the hundred years of baseball at Bowman and 250 years of our great Nation. They will have a Red, White, and Brew night scheduled

for July 2nd. It will take place in Cutters Cove, and you will get to try local beers, as long as you’re 21. Throw in a couple Country Store hot dogs, and that’s a great way to kick off the 4th of July holiday weekend.

And yes, for those of you wondering we will have some great dinner and a ball game giveaways courtesy of Webb Weekly and the Williamsport Crosscutters. In the past, they have been called our Grand Slam Giveaways. For the 2026 season, they will be entitled America’s Pastime at Bowman. Who knows, maybe I’ll even have Rhashan dress up as Uncle Sam like in the Rocky movies to greet the winners. I will have the details and the first chance to win coming soon.

I’ll finish this week with a quick reminder; our Great American Cookout Summer Prize Pack Giveaway is already underway. There are already quite a few entrants in the fishbowl at the front of the office. A tip of my Webb Weekly cap to Elery Nau Hardware and Rupert’s Specialty Meats in Montoursville and Frosty’s Beverage in Muncy for providing the great prizes again this year. Full details along with the entry form can be found on page 4. Good luck to all. God Bless America.

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From the Editor…

O on an Adventure!

If you are reading this, I’m already gone… OK, that’s a little dramatic. I’m just on vacation.

It’s been a long time since I’ve taken this much time off, and honestly, I’m not sure what to do with myself.

Actually, that’s not quite true. I’ll be keeping busy, and it’s sure to be an adventure!

In my absence, a couple of Webb staffers have been doing a fantastic job learning my job and will be taking over for the June 3rd edition!

Jaimie has been learning how to lay out the paper, choose where the ads go, and figure out how many pages we’ll have.

Wes has been learning how to produce the paper and get everything ready for our printer.

They’ve been doing a fantastic job, and I’m sure they’ll have everything under control. You probably won’t even notice I’m gone!

You’ll also see a guest Editor next week! Weird Words and Movie Aficionado Joe Smith will be handling that part of my job for the week. He’ll make sure our writers are clear and grammatically correct. I bet he thought he was done editing when he retired!

Thanks to Jaimie, Wes, and Joe for making it so easy for me to leave! Don’t do too good a job, or I’ll want this every year!

I also want to thank all our amazing cus-

tomers who worked ahead to help me wrap things up before I left! Speaking of our great advertisers, if you usually work with me and haven’t scheduled anything for the 3rd yet, just reach out to Jimmy for whatever you need. He’ll take care of you! His number and email are listed to the left, but he’s not big on email, so it’s best to call him. While I’m away, don’t forget to enter our Great American Cookout giveaway! We have some great prizes just in time for your Fourth of July celebration. The entry form is below!

You should also catch a Cutters’ game if you can. It’s a big year for Bowman, so come out and support the hometown team! The drone show on the 4th looks amazing. I usually watch the fireworks at Bowman from my front window or yard, so I’m hoping to see the drones too!

I have some cooking to do before I leave for the week and thought it would be rude to not share what I’m making. I’ll be making this relatively simple marinade for chicken, along with my famous cheeseburger mac & cheese (you can find that recipe at webbweekly.com, look for my article from 1/31/24, or search ‘cheeseburger mac’ in

the search bar.

According to momtimeout.com where I found the recipe, this is:

The BEST Chicken Marinade

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar or other vinegar

• 1/4 cup soy sauce

• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

• 1/8 cup lemon juice

• 3/4 cup brown sugar

• 2 teaspoon dried rosemary

• 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard or Spicy Brown mustard

• 1 ½ teaspoons salt

• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 6 chicken breasts or 3.5 lb. chicken

Directions:

Combine all marinade ingredients in a large mixing bowl and whisk together. Remove a half a cup of marinade and reserve for basting the chicken later.

Place chicken in a large resealable bag and pour marinade over the top. Gently massage chicken breasts and be sure to close bag securely. (If you have less time, consider poking holes in the chicken with a fork to allow the marinade to penetrate quickly.)

Refrigerate chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours. 4 to 6 hours is perfect.

If you bring the reserved marinade up to a boil, let simmer until slightly reduced, it makes a wonderful sauce to go on top of the chicken.

I hope y’all have a good week, and I’ll see you June 10th!

Crosscutters and Bowman Field’s Centennial Season Opens June 2

By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

This will be a season of baseball fun and action, as well as commemoration, when the Williamsport Crosscutters celebrate and commemorate the 100th anniversary of Historic Bowman Field. It certainly justifies the title of “historic,” having been the scene of great and noteworthy baseball and nonbaseball events at the uptown ballpark.

Founded in 1926, Historic Bowman Field has been a cornerstone of baseball in central Pennsylvania, hosting genera- tions of minor league talent, welcoming Major League Baseball’s MLB Little League Classic, and hosting countless community events. The ballpark ranks as the 9th-oldest active baseball stadium in America.

ty,” Gabe Sinicropi, Cutters Vice President of Marketing, told Webb Weekly He continued, “Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field is more than a ballpark, it’s a gathering place where memories are made, and we’re excited to celebrate its incredible legacy with our fans all season long.”

To mark the milestone, the Crosscutters plan a full lineup of special events, promotions, and limited - edition centennial merchandise designed to celebrate the ballpark’s storied past.

Some of the highlights of the anniversary celebration will include:

– An Opening Night (June 2) special edition 100th anniversary baseball giveaway for the first 1,000 fans

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone not just for our organization, but for the entire Williamsport communi-

– A pin giveaway at every Wednesday home game, where the first 1,000 fans will receive one in a series of five special pins commemorating the anniversary

– special throwback jersey nights showcasing vintage uniforms from different

eras of Historic Bowman Field history.

– A 100th anniversary t-shirt giveaway for the first 1,000 fans on July 17

– A special 100th anniversary card set for the first 1,000 fans on August 14

– Bowman Field Flashbacks, which includes Bowman Field Flashbacks featured on the video board at every Cutters home game and Bowman Field Flashbacks, posted to Cutters social media channels every Monday from April 27 through Sept. 28, featuring a look back at a special moment in the ballpark’s history.

Another interesting feature of this special season is the Cutters’ participation in the MLB Draft League’s International Series.

“This is a highlight of our season. Both the Canada and Mexico Jr. National Teams will tour the league, with each Draft League team playing one of them. All games count in the Draft League standings. The Cutters will play Mexico June 12-14. We will rebrand to Los Cadejos and celebrate with a Mexican Heritage Weekend featuring Mexican music, food, and drink!” stated Sinicropi.

He cited some other interesting and special aspects of the upcoming season.

“In addition to Thank You Thursdays, which features free tickets to

veterans every Thursday, we will introduce First Responder Fridays in 2026.

“We have special promotions every day of the week.

“Our promo schedule is packed with fun: 2 drone shows, 5 fireworks shows, a cruise giveaway with AAA Travel, and a hot tub giveaway with PDC Spas. We will also have appearances by World Champion Eater Joey Chestnut, former Phillies all-star Domonic Brown, and former WWE Superstar Enzo. We also have a special Tom Cillo hometown hero bobblehead giveaway.” [Tom played on the Lycoming College Football Team as a 58-year-old freshman].

Gabe also said they are happy to announce a dedicated Chick-fil-A stand at the ballpark, set to debut this season. They are also offering their first-ever tasting event — Red, White & Brews on July 2 in conjunction with a Cutters home game.

Stadium improvements include a new outfield wall and a new LED field lighting system. Additionally, a new, expanded batter’s eye is scheduled to be completed in July.

Sinicropi concluded by saying, “We can’t wait to get this special season underway!”

See you Tuesday, June 2, at Historic Bowman Field!

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Top 5 Ways to Improve Sleep

The topic of sleep consistently comes up when I’m teaching health classes or working with fitness clients. While I often skimped on sleep as a kid, as an older and wiser adult, I completely acknowledge that it is one of the most important pillars of health. Unfortunately, it is often the first thing people sacrifice when life gets busy.

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Many adults stay up late to finish work, scroll through their phones, study, or deal with family responsibilities, assuming they can simply catch up later. However, sleep is not wasted time. It is an active biological process that helps the body repair itself, supports brain function, strengthens the immune system, and prepares us to perform well the next day.

Adults generally need at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health, and sleep quality matters just as much as sleep duration.

When people do not get enough restful sleep, the effects can show up quickly in their mood, concentration, energy, and long-term well-being.

Sleep affects nearly every system in the body. During sleep, the brain process-

es information, consolidates memories, and clears waste products that build up during waking hours. This is one reason sleep is closely linked to learning, focus, problem-solving, and decision-making. A person who sleeps well is more likely to think clearly, react quickly, and manage emotions effectively. Conversely, poor sleep can lead to irritability, forgetfulness, reduced productivity, and difficulty concentrating. Sleep also has major effects on physical health.

Consistent, high-quality sleep helps regulate hormones that influence appetite, stress, blood sugar, and growth. Research shows that people who get enough sleep get sick less often, maintain a healthier weight, reduce stress, and have better heart and metabolic health.

On the other hand, chronic sleep deprivation is associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and accidents caused by fatigue.

Sleep is therefore not a luxury but a basic requirement for health, safety, and quality of life. If we think of sleep in a broader sense, improving sleep can

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have benefits that include increased work performance, better relationships, improved mental health, and even long-term disease prevention. Here are five ways to get better sleep and, in my opinion, help you lead a healthier, happier life.

1. Keep a consistent sleep schedule. One of the best ways to improve sleep is to go to bed and wake up at roughly the same time every day, including most weekends. A regular schedule helps set the body’s internal clock, also called the circadian rhythm, which makes it easier to fall asleep and wake up naturally. Irregular bedtimes can confuse this rhythm and reduce sleep quality, even if total sleep time seems adequate. Consistency teaches the body when to expect rest, which can lead to deeper and more refreshing sleep over time.

2. Create a sleep-friendly bedroom environment. The place where you sleep has a major impact on how well you rest. A quiet, dark, and cool bedroom tends to promote better sleep by reducing disruptions and helping the body settle into a restful state. Comfortable bedding and a supportive mattress also matter. Even small environmental issues, such as noise, excess light, or an uncomfortable room temperature, can lead to frequent awakenings or lighter sleep. Making the bedroom feel calm and relaxing can send a strong signal to

the brain that it is time to wind down.

3. Limit screens and stimulating activities before bed. Many people spend the last part of the evening on phones, tablets, computers, or television. This can interfere with sleep in two ways. First, the light from screens may delay the body’s natural release of melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate sleep. Second, stimulating content such as social media, games, or work messages can keep the brain alert when it should be relaxing. Sleep experts recommend turning off electronic devices at least 30 minutes before bedtime and replacing them with calmer activities, such as reading, stretching, journaling, or listening to quiet music.

4. Watch what you eat and drink in the evening. Caffeine, alcohol, and large meals too close to bedtime can all work against good sleep. Caffeine can stay in the body for hours, so afternoon or evening coffee, tea, energy drinks, or soda may make it harder to fall asleep. Alcohol can make some people feel drowsy at first, but it often disrupts sleep later in the night and reduces overall sleep quality. Heavy meals late in the evening may also cause discomfort or indigestion that interferes with rest. Choosing lighter evening meals and limiting caffeine and alcohol later in the day can make a big difference.

5. Build healthy daytime habits. Good

sleep starts long before bedtime. Regular physical activity, exposure to daylight, and healthy daily routines all support better sleep at night. Exercise can help reduce stress and improve sleep quality, although intense workouts very close to bedtime may not work well for everyone. Natural light, especially in the morning, helps regulate the body clock and reinforces a healthy sleep-wake pattern. It is also helpful to manage stress during the day, because racing thoughts and tension often become more noticeable at night. Simple habits such as walking, staying active, eating well, and using relaxation techniques can contribute to more restful sleep over time.

Sleep is essential for physical health, mental performance, emotional balance, and overall quality of life. It supports the body’s most basic repair and regulation systems while helping people think clearly, feel better, and stay healthier over the long term. The good news is that better sleep is often achievable through practical, consistent habits. By keeping a regular schedule, improving the sleep environment, reducing screen time before bed, being mindful of evening food and drink choices, and building healthier daytime routines, most people can significantly improve their sleep quality and, thus, their life in general.

My husband and I put in a pool about seven years ago, when our youngest kids went off to college. It was a not-so-veiled scheme to lure them back home to visit each summer; and it worked for the most part. It didn’t hurt that we kept adding fun floaties every season so they could loll around in the water while listening to a favorite playlist and sipping something cool and refreshing. That said, our pool truly is an oasis — our little backyard refuge where we have fun just bobbing up and down on our oversized noodles, not a care in the world, balmy water lapping at our chins.

Despite how decidedly wonderful this pool is, I’m quite sure our kids have no idea what horrible caretakers we are. To date, our ineptitude knows no bounds. The folks at Fagnano’s Pools know the score. Without a doubt, no two stupider people have set foot in their establishment seeking guidance and/or a small team of marriage

counselors. We never remember anything they’ve taught us so they have to walk us through the opening every year. Thankfully, they are more than accommodating and incredibly patient, even though it’s plain to see by every metric we are fools and we have no business owning anything that requires regular maintenance.

Every spring we turn to the gurus at Fagnano’s for specific instruction on opening our pool. Of course, they remove the winter cover, install the ladders and get the filter running, et al. But when it comes to adding chemicals and salt, we’re utterly clueless. Fortunately, they provide us with a detailed list of what to add and when — and also when it’s safe to begin heating the water. No one wants algae running amok.

That is not to say, our pool experience has been uneventful. Perish the thought. There was the time we somehow sucked the mesh “skimmer sock” through the pipes, under the pool, all the way to the filter on the other side.

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And because the gods were smiling upon us, the sock didn’t get wedged in the pipes UNDER THE POOL. And thankfully the pieces of my husband’s dissolving swimsuit didn’t get sucked into the skimmer.

What’s more, within the first couple of seasons we tore the solar cover and just stopped using it. Besides, there are big, hairy spiders in the cavity that houses the cover and I am not a fan of reaching in there. Another spring, our water was the color of a pond (actually, less inviting than a pond) because great hordes of spongy moth caterpillars were perched in a huge oak tree above the water, pooing indiscriminately. What we didn’t know was that the disgusting particles were so fine, they couldn’t be removed the way we normally cleaned the pool. This necessitated vacuuming by hand so as not to stir up the poo that had settled to the bottom, and because we’re so

dependent on the robotic vacuum that does the job automatically, our neighbor, Jay, had to show us how to do it because he’s forgotten more than we know. To say that this task was laborious is an understatement. That’s code for WE DIDN’T SWIM UNTIL MID-JULY. Although we hated to do it, we removed the oak tree and haven’t experienced that sort of fresh hell since then.

Aside from the spongy moth fiasco, last summer we noticed that the pool wasn’t holding its heat for about two or three weeks even though it was ungodly hot outside and the nights weren’t all that cool. Naturally, we called Fagnano’s to save us from ourselves. They took one look at our equipment and informed us that THE HEATER WAS OFF, apparently. My husband and I were dumbfounded as to how that happened.

Like I said, no two stupider people own a pool.

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Muhammad Ali’s Fighters Heaven: Pennsylvania’s Boxing Legacy

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diamond on a mountain shines above Deer Lake, and its name is Fighters Heaven. The village of log buildings that Muhammad Ali built in the early 1970s still welcomes visitors with the same warmth and purpose that animated its creation. The place feels alive with the spirit of a champion who told the world, “Don’t count the days. Make the days count.”

Muhammad Ali purchased land near Deer Lake, Pennsylvania, in 1972 and began building a training camp unlike any other. He trained there through much of the 1970s and into the early 1980s, preparing for legendary bouts including the Rumble in the Jungle against George Foreman in 1974 and the Thrilla in Manila against Joe Frazier in 1975. The camp became a self-contained village with a gym and boxing ring, a dining hall, cabins for his team, and a quiet building for prayer. Pathways remain lined with massive boulders hand-painted with the names

of boxing greats, a walkable hall of fame that reflects Ali’s reverence for the fighters who came before him. The motto “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee” still seems to echo around the ring. The camp’s next chapter has added a beautiful layer to the legacy. Mike Madden, son of Hall of Fame coach John Madden, acquired the property in 2016 and invested deeply to restore it to its Ali-era look and feel. The site reopened to the public in 2019 as Fighters Heaven, a place of education and celebration where families, fans, and students can experience the world Ali created on this quiet Pennsylvania hillside. The gym’s ring stands ready for imaginations, the dining hall welcomes conversations, the cabins tell stories through photos and memorabilia, and the prayer space invites reflection. Every detail honors Ali’s values of confidence, conviction, dedication, respect, giving, and spirituality.

A visit brings those values to life within minutes. The first step on the gravel path introduces a row of painted stones that celebrate champions from around

the world. The next turn reveals the gym where Ali shadowboxed before dawn and welcomed neighbors after lunch. The dining hall displays images of laughter and hospitality that recall another famous Ali line, “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” The prayer building offers a peaceful moment that reminds every visitor that faith shaped Ali’s training as undoubtedly as roadwork did.

The heart of Fighters Heaven also beats through the people who care for it. Mick Stefanek welcomed me and graciously opened the grounds for a free tour. His voice carried a love for the camp that matched the sparkle in his eyes. He described how school groups light up when they step through the gym doors, how families linger in the dining hall to share their favorite Ali stories, and how visitors from every background find common ground in a place built by a world champion who once said, “The man who has no imagination has no wings.” The passion in his words confirmed what the buildings already suggested. The values of Ali live here.

The experience especially speaks to children. A young visitor can stand by

the painted stones and discover that greatness welcomes company. A class can sit in the dining hall and talk about resilience while reading, “It isn’t the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out. It’s the pebble in your shoe.”

A student can look into the ring and understand that practice and purpose go hand in hand. A team can gather at the prayer building and reflect on how humility and courage walk together. Lessons arrive quickly and joyfully, which makes this mountain village a classroom of character as much as a museum of memories.

The setting itself amplifies the message. A historic oasis flourishes in the middle of Pennsylvania, surrounded by wooded ridges and clear skies that frame the cabins with quiet beauty. The camp still feels like a melting pot of love and culture. Visitors arrive from nearby towns and faraway countries, from grade schools and universities, from boxing gyms and history clubs. Smiles greet smiles. Stories meet stories. The place embodies another Ali truth: “He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life,” because every exhibit shows how cour-

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The restoration honors that expression at every turn. The gym gleams with polished boards and purposeful photographs. The cabins feel warm and welcoming, each one presenting a chapter of Ali’s journey through images, artifacts, and carefully curated storytelling. The dining hall invites families and classes to linger in conversation. The prayer building stands as a gentle reminder that spiritual strength powers physical excellence. The care invested by the current owner shines in the craftsmanship, the landscaping, and the thoughtful signage that guides visitors from one discovery to the next.

The mission reaches beyond nostalgia into formation. Teachers will find in Fighters Heaven a ready-made field trip that enriches lessons in history, civics, language arts, and physical education. Coaches will discover a place that makes teamwork and dedication tangible. Families will see how a life of purpose unfolds through daily habits. Community programs can introduce young people to a global figure who

used fame to champion dignity and love. This is the kind of experience that helps children grow as people, because it turns ideals into sights, sounds, and steps they can feel beneath their feet.

The call to action is clear and joyful. Schools, classes, youth teams, and community groups should plan bus trips to Fighters Heaven and let the mountain do the teaching. Students will remember the ring, the stones, the cabins, and the stories. They will recite, “Don’t count the days. Make the days count,” and then they will count the ways they can make a difference at home and at school. They will return to class with renewed curiosity and confidence because they have walked in a place where excellence wore a smile and kindness set the tone.

A day at Fighters Heaven also invites reflection on the wider world. Ali welcomed neighbors and strangers to Deer Lake, greeted children with gentleness, and trained with a joy that lifted everyone around him. The camp became a crossroads where civil rights, global culture, sport, and faith met in one village. Visitors today feel that blend

in the air. The result is a living lesson in unity that speaks across generations and backgrounds, a reminder of Ali’s words, “I am the greatest. I said that even before I knew I was,” which points children toward the power of belief joined to hard work and love.

The staff welcomes groups with open doors and open hearts. Educational tours can be tailored to different ages. Exhibits invite dialogue rather than monologue, which means chaperones and students learn together. The hospitality reflects Ali’s way with people. Smiles come quickly, and stories come freely. The team guards the integrity of the history while keeping the experience accessible and friendly.

The mountain setting adds one more layer of wonder. Morning light filters through trees onto the cabins, and evening shadows wrap the ring in a soft glow. The quiet of the hillside gives families and students room to breathe, to think, and to dream. The setting reminds visitors of another Ali insight, “If my mind can conceive it, and my heart can believe it, then I can achieve it.” A child who hears those words while looking at the ring where a champion trained carries them home with new conviction.

Fighters Heaven stands today as a lovingly restored place of learning, joy, and inspiration. The village honors history while lifting hearts. The people who steward it, including Mick Stefanek and the team he represents, embody the kindness and enthusiasm that Ali showed the world. The investment by the current owner has preserved a treasure for new generations, and that generosity shines from the fencing to the floors. Every corner reflects care. The invitation remains as open as the gym door. Plan the trip. Fill the bus. Share the quotes. Walk the paths. Sit in the dining hall and imagine conversations that changed lives. Stand by the ring and hear the rhythm of jump ropes and laughter. Look at the stones and remember that greatness is generous. Carry home the lessons that matter most, because this is the stuff we should teach our children to grow as people.

A diamond on a mountain has a special kind of sparkle. Fighters Heaven shines with the light of service, courage, faith, and love. Visitors of every age find joy and purpose there. The words on the walls and the memories in the woodwork speak with one voice. Make the days count.

PUBLIC AUCTION

18TH ANNUAL COUNTRY ACRES GREENHOUSE INVENTORY REDUCTION

SATURDAY JUNE 6, 2026 AT 9:00 AM

LOCATION: 500 School House Rd., Jersey Shore, PA 17740 (Lycoming Co.) OVER 100 Different Flowers and Bedding Plants, Vegetable Plants, Perennials and Herbs. 100’s of HANGING BASKETS and PLANTERS in a VERY LARGE VARIETY OF STYLES and ARRANGEMENTS!! LOTS of IRON PLANT HANGERS STANDS

Terms: Cash or Good PA Check. NO CREDIT CARDS Please bring ID. Note: Owners Auctioneer Are Not Responsible For Accidents. Please call Auctioneer for complete listing or with any questions. 814-349-5259

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SILVER MOON

MEMORIAL DAY SALE

The Bookworm Sez

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Books on Sports for Adults and Kids by various authors

c.2026, various publishers

$19.95 - $35.00 various page counts

You’ve been waiting for this season for months. It’s just the right time to get outside and enjoy your favorite exercise, sport, or game, toss a ball around, or just get physical. There’ll be rainy days sometimes, but so what? Those are perfect for reading these great books... about sports.

Hot dogs, apple pie, what’s missing? Baseball, of course, and “Take Me Out to the Ball Game!” by Jack Norworth, pictures by Gary Clement (Greystone Kids, $19.95) is the perfect way to get your little player in the mood for a game. It’s a fun take on the classic ballpark song, it’s perfect for kids ages 4-7, and you should try singing it as you read it for maximum fun!

Or maybe your sport is an indoor-outdoor one that’s growing in popularity. So try “Rough House: A Father, A Son, and the Pursuit of Pro Wrestling Glory” by Alison Lyn Miller (W.W. Norton, $21.99). In this father-son profile with a competition at its heart, you’ll meet Hunter James from Georgia, who’s always dreamed of being a wrestler like so many in his family. Hunter’s dad, however, tried to do the same — and couldn’t, so he had other ideas for his son. Cue the feels.

Or try this: “Baseball’s Shining Season: America’s Pastime on the Brink of War” by Martin W. Sandler and Craig Sandler (Bloomsbury, $24.99). It’s the story of America’s game in 1941 — Negro leagues, women’s leagues, and record-breaking players, and how they kept the game going as this country went to war. Readers ages 12-to-adult will enjoy this book. Also look for “Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Original” by Tim Brown (Grand Central, $30). This biography of Nolan Ryan is great for all baseball fans, you don’t have to be from Texas to be enthralled by it.

If your sporting life is a little more solitary, try “The Long Run” by Martin Dugard (Dutton, $32), a book about the heyday of marathon running, and the then-stars of the sport. It’s been nearly 26 years since the first New York City Marathon was held, and the sport is more popular than ever. Run out, get this book, you’ll race to its finish line.

This is a book you read, then share with your Dad for the upcoming Father’s Day. Or, OK, you love all sports. Or just a few. Or, well, you pick and choose, so you’re going to want “Big Fan: Two Friends, 81,589 Miles, and the Wild Wonderful Sports We Love” by Michael Schur and Joe Posnanski (Dutton, $35). This book about a male-bonding, best buddies, no-holdingback, all sports-loving road trip is a mustread for anyone who loves baseball, football, or any sport. Or all sports. Really. And if these aren’t enough for your game-loving heart, then check with your favorite bookseller or librarian for more books on sports, competitions, championships, playoffs, players bios, and friendly games. They’ll be able to steer you to lots of stories about whatever recreation you love, and it’s books for the win!

County Hall Corner A Community Worth Caring For

By Blair Steward

Lycoming County commissioners gathered last week to confront a set of challenges that strike at the heart of what makes a community function, from the safety of its streets to the soundness of its finances.

The most urgent item on the agenda was a growing crisis among local youth. Commissioner Scott Metzger sounded the alarm on a troubling pattern of juvenile behavior across the county, citing violent incidents, weapons possession, and destructive activity in public spaces. Officials also pointed to a lack of accountability and inadequate parental supervision as contributing factors. Perhaps most striking was the revelation that the county’s juvenile probation budget has surged by 101 percent, a number that demands attention from every corner of Williamsport and the surrounding communities. To confront these issues directly, Metzger has called for a major community assembly scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 6 p.m. in the Third Street Plaza board room. Parents, teachers, nonprofit leaders, and elected officials are all urged to attend. This is not a meeting for spectators. The goal is to build real, actionable solutions from the ground up, and

the people who know these kids best, the neighbors, coaches, and classroom teachers of Lycoming County, are exactly who needs to be in that room. If there was ever a moment for this community to show up for its children, that moment is now, and the commissioners are counting on residents to answer that call.

The financial picture surrounding youth services adds another layer of urgency. Commissioners approved sending a budget of 14 million dollars for juvenile probation and Children and Youth Services to Harrisburg, but administrators delivered sobering news alongside that approval. The county has lost 600,000 dollars in federal funding that once helped support these departments. That gap will now fall squarely on local taxpayers, a burden that underscores just how consequential federal funding decisions can be for a county like Lycoming, where budgets are carefully managed, and every dollar carries weight. Families already stretching their paychecks to cover rising costs deserve to know exactly where their tax dollars are going and why.

Not all of the financial news carried a sting, however. Commissioners approved a new agreement with Priority Dispatch to upgrade how the county’s 911 center handles emergency calls. The system

introduces a structured, globally recognized decision tree that allows dispatchers to walk callers through consistent, potentially life-saving medical instructions while help is still on the way. For anyone who has ever waited anxiously on the phone during a medical emergency, that kind of guided support can make an enormous difference in the critical minutes before an ambulance arrives on scene. The agreement costs 19,200 dollars for the first year and is reimbursed entirely through state PEMA 911 funds, meaning local taxpayers will not pay a single cent for the upgrade. It is exactly the kind of smart, fully funded investment that a well-run county should pursue.

The board also reaffirmed its broader commitment to financial accountability across county operations. In the wake of recent scrutiny over furniture purchases and municipal spending, commissioners reiterated their intention to examine

service contracts and take a hard look at programs, including the local employee partnership health center. The goal is straightforward: find waste, eliminate it, and protect residents from future tax increases. Lycoming County families deserve a government that treats their money with the same discipline and care they apply to their own household budgets. The board appears firmly determined to hold that standard even when the conversations are uncomfortable.

Every item on this agenda carries the same underlying weight: a responsibility to the children growing up in this county, to the taxpayers funding its services, and to the broader community that depends on local government to act with both urgency and wisdom. The juvenile crisis will not resolve itself, and neither will the budget pressures that accompany it. A county willing to call its community together, invest in smarter emergency response, and scrutinize its own spending is a county that is asking the right questions and refusing to look away from hard answers.

The commissioners hold their meetings on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Residents with concerns about any of these issues are encouraged to attend. The May 27 community meeting on juvenile issues remains the most immediate opportunity for the public to engage, and given what is at stake for the young people of Lycoming County, that room on Third Street should be full.

GARAGE SALE

Tues., June 2nd - Sat., June 6th

Closeouts Overstocked Items

(Formally The Tent Sale) 10% TO 50% OFF in Garage Only * * * Saturday June 6th only * * * Buy One Get One Free On Selected Styles of Footwear

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LimitedSizes Reducedfor QuickSale Odds&Endsof Timberland& CarharttClothing 100’s of pairs of footwear • All at Great Prices

Work Boots; Safety Toes; Hunting Boots; Cowboy Boots; Hikers; Men, Women, and Children Sneakers; Women’s Casual; Plus More... Also Horse Supplies, Lots of Pet Toys & Treats, Lots of Bird Feeders, etc., Odds-n-Ends Hardware

All items reduced for quick sale (No Returns)

BENEFIT SUGAR VALLEY

CHICKEN BBQ & BAKE SALE

Located at Sugar Valley Produce Auction Saturday June 6th ONLY

Chicken Ready at 10amLots of Homemade Chicken Meals Baked Goods and Halves & Quarters Available Ice-Cream/Milkshakes

KAUFFMAN’S STORE

Closed Monday May 25th

REGULAR STORE HOURS: Mon & Fri - 7am-8pm • Tues & Thur - 7am-6pm Wed & Sat - 7am-4pm 22 Meadow Lane Loganton, PA 17747 570-725-3679

Outfits,

The Wills and Won’ts of Travel Style

m a big advocate for people wearing whatever they are most comfortable in, especially while on vacation or traveling in general. Everyone has their personal preference, and while some of us are more than willing to sacrifice a bit of function for the sake of fashion, there are definitely a few “won’t wears” I have for travel style. Here’s a rundown of the wills and won’ts of travel and vacation outfitting.

Bernadette Ulsamer

blazer, such as Loft’s Oversized Linen Blend Modern Blazer, makes for a great travel staple when choosing one in a neutral shade to coordinate with multiple looks.

Most of my travel takes place in the warmer months; however, over the holidays, we are either road tripping or flying to be with family. No matter the time of year, it’s best to avoid bulky outerwear if you can help it. However, even in summer, a light jacket is usually needed. I tend to don a denim version for family trips, or a linen blazer if I find myself on work-related travel. A lightweight denim piece like Levi’s Tini Long-Sleeve Utility Shirt is an easy go-to layer and can create casual looks by wearing it with all sorts of outfits, from my joggers to dresses. A linen

Another denim item that is a “won’t” for traveling is skinny jeans. In fact, I haven’t personally worn skinny jeans in over a year, but I’m hanging on to them because denim trends are cyclical. For now, and for vacation, relaxed jeans are your best fit. They can be flared or straight-leg, nice enough to wear for going out, yet comfortable enough for a long car trip. Quince’s Bella Stretch Relaxed Straight Jeans have a simple shape and kind of give off a ’90s vibe, which was a decade with some memorable summers for sure! Also pack along a pair of leggings, if you’re planning any exercise or active activities, and a pair of joggers. Gap Factory’s Mid Rise Pull-On Soft Barrel Jeans are an ideal mix of both jean and jogger with their drawstring waist and soft denim. You can wear these for walking around the amusement park

or lounging by the fire. Full disclosure, they were on sale as of this writing, and I just added to my cart!

From bottoms to tops. It can be difficult to pack and plan tops for travel. On one hand, you want to wear cute things on vacation, like silk tanks and going-out blouses. On the other hand, wrinkling, potentially spilling, or leaving it behind accidentally makes me more often than not leave my nicest pieces at home and opt for plain white tees, tanks, and shirts. I recently discovered Mott & Bow’s Fitted V-Neck Marcy Tee that you can buy as a single shirt or in packs of 3 to 6. The product description highlights their fabric blend of pima cotton and modal for a lightweight, breathable feel. Sounds like the perfect textile for traveling in my book. For a button-down for summer, it is best to go with linen if you can, like Old Navy’s Linen-Blend Loose-Button Shirt. Wear this with jeans, with skirts, or even as a poolside cover-up. For footwear, while I love my bright, colorful sneakers and a strappy sandal, I keep them at home when vacationing, preferring instead more neutral kicks and a simple slide. Slides are easier to pack and quite versatile. You can wear a classic, like Birkenstock Siena Big

Buckle sandal with denim during the day and a dress in the evening. With any shoe, you want to be able to wear it with multiple looks instead of hauling around a bunch of pairs that only go with certain outfits. The best travel shoes are neutral and also supportive/ comfortable.

As for accessories, unless there’s a special occasion, like a wedding, I keep jewelry very simple. Usually, the pieces I wear while in actual route are the ones and only ones I’ll wear throughout the trip. One watch, a few rings, maybe a cuff bracelet, a necklace or two, and a pair of sunglasses. Again, I’d wear all of these, plus a baseball hat, in the car, plane, bus, etc. Of course, if you are going to be seaside, it’s smart to also pack a sunhat and maybe an extra pair of sunnies.

When you put all of these “will wears” together, denim jacket, barrel jean joggers, white tee, sneakers, you have a standard, yet sleek traveling outfit. In general, you will want to pack and wear versatile pieces, items you can layer, and comfortable shoes. Of course, you may want to include a few statement pieces, and I’m never one to deny a person an outrageously printed kaftan on vacation.

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

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Terms: $15,000 down day of Auction in guaranteed funds - balance due in 45 days - buyer pays transfer tax - real estate taxes pro rated to date of settlement - buyers pays 6% buyers premium - any testing can be done prior to auction at potential buyers expense.To be sold with owners con rmation. Please call to make appointment or any questions.

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Freedom From Smoking and Vaping

What: Freedom from smoking and vaping. Free. Call or text Karen at 570-360-3100.

When: Tuesday nights, from 7-8:30 p.m., May 26th-July 14th

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

Community Clean Up Your Properties Week

What: Residents of Clinton Township & Montgomery Borough are welcome to bring items of trash, nonworking equipment, appliances, computers, TVs, etc.. Clothes will go in Salvation Army Truck. Recyclable metals will go in Hinston’s Dumpster. 2026 we will take car & truck tires at a cost of $5.00 each to those that bring them. NO farm tractor tire or tractor trailer tires will be accepted. Items that will not be accepted are the following: refrigerators, air conditioners and any hazardous materials and farm tires. ***PROOF of address will be required*** Any questions, please call Clinton Township 570-547-1466. Don’t miss out, be sure to take advantage of this free service and get your properties cleaned up, we look forward to seeing you!

When: Tuesday-Friday, May 26th-May 29th, from 9 a.m.6 p.m. and Saturday, May 30th, from 8 a.m.-noon. Where: Clinton Township Building.

EVENTS

Avis Fire Company Carnival

What: Avis Fire Company carnival.

When: May 26th-May 30th. Parade will be Friday May 29th, at 6 p.m. and will go through the center of town.

Community Calendar

Where: Avis Fire Company, 1E. Central Ave., Avis.

Audubon Event: Broad-winged Hawk Project / Chapter Meeting

What: We welcome you to join us for a presentation from Rebecca McCabe, a Research Biologist at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Her research focuses broadly on movement and nesting ecology, and she is involved in numerous long-term studies including broad-winged hawks, snowy owls, and American kestrels. We will learn about the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary’s efforts to study the fall annual cycle to better understand the threats and conservation needs for this long-distance migration.

When: Wednesday, May 27th, at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Taber Museum, 858 West Fourth St., Williamsport. There is parking behind the museum and in the lot behind Trinity Church.

Virtual Information Session

What: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Drop-In Virtual Information Session — Learn about apprenticeship opportunities, electrical careers, pay, benefits, training requirements, and how to get started in the electrical field. Meet one-on-one with IBEW representatives. Open to beginners and experienced electricians.

When: Thursday, May 28th. Drop in anytime from 1-6 p.m.

Where: Virtual via Zoom — https://paiu.zoom. us/j/92135265772.

“Coyotes of PA”

What: Join the park naturalist to learn more about the “Coyotes of PA.” Topics will include adaptations, diet, and a brief overview of the natural history of the Eastern Coyote within PA. This is designed to be an informal program. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new state or community guidelines. Meet by the pool.

When: Saturday, May 30th, from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Where: Hyner Run State Park, Pool.

“Coyotes of PA”

B2R is a Christ-centered, faith-based recovery program designed to help you develop the connections and relationships you need for your recovery! At the Bridge Program we focus on developing three main connections: God, others, and yourself!

Faith-based recovery that works!

Meets every Thursday night at 6:30 at Trinity Gospel Church 1010 Elmira Street, Williamsport, PA 17701 www.trinitygospelchurch.org 570-323-3274

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” Corinthians 15:57 Connect with God Connect with Others Connect with your Recovery

What: Join the park naturalist to learn more about the “Coyotes of PA.” Topics will include adaptations, diet, and a brief overview of the natural history of the Eastern Coyote within PA. This is designed to be an informal program. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new state or community guidelines. Meet at contact station near campground.

When: Saturday, May 30th, from 8-9 p.m.

Where: Little Pine State Park, Contact Station.

Gardening for Birds and Butterflies

What: Support the bee population, attract beautiful butterflies, and have lots of fruit at the same time! At this free, in-person workshop, learn about the various pollinators and how to encourage them to come to your garden.

When: Saturday,May 30th, from 10-11:30 a.m.

Where: 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.

Chicken BBQ

What: South Williamsport Lions Club Chicken BBQ and bake sale. The South Williamsport Lions Club will host a Chicken BBQ. Dinners contain chicken, baked potato, roll, and dessert. There will also be a bake sale on site. Dinners cost $13.00, and tickets can be purchased from any Lions Club member.

When: Saturday, May 30th

Where: South Williamsport Pool Complex.

Genealogy Research

What: Genealogy Research with S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Nancy McCurdy will present “Genealogy Research with S.U.C.C.E.S.S.”, which covers research pitfalls, search hints, helpful genealogy forms, sources, and more. Open to the public.

When: Saturday, May 30th. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., and the presentation begins at 1 p.m.

Where: Thomas T. Taber Museum conference room. West 4th St., Williamsport.

History Mystery

What: Can you identify the mystery items the park naturalist has assembled? As our nation looks forward to its 250th birthday, let’s take a look backwards in time. Were

these items used in a homesteader’s cabin, or maybe on an early farm? Take a guess and then learn a little about each one. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.

When: Saturday, May 30th, from 7-8 p.m.

Where: Meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.

Audubon Event: First Friday Bird Photography

Exhibit

What: A spectacular viewing of bird photographs will be on view this upcoming First Friday! Stop by the Herdic House for hors d’oeuvres and light beverages with your favorite local birding group. The exhibit includes Richard Allen’s bald eagle photographic collection alongside other local avian photographers.

When: Friday, June 5th, from 5-7 p.m.

Where: The Peter Herdic House, 407 W. 4th St., Williamsport.

Audubon Event: Therapy Brewing Bird Walk

What: We are delighted to partner with the folks at Therapy Brewing to offer a unique combination of outdoor enjoyment. We will gather in the parking area and join the property owners as we walk the paths through meadows and forest. This varied habitat suggests a variety of species to be found, including late spring warblers, meadow, and woodland birds. After our roughly 2 hour walk on moderate graded paths, we will gather for postwalk refreshment at the brewery.

When: Saturday, June 6th, at 10 a.m.

Where: Therapy Brewing, 3978 Quaker Church Rd., Montoursville.

Book Sale

What: Friends of Muncy Library book sale.

When: Tuesday, June 9th, from 3-6 p.m.

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

Baked Ham Dinner

What: Baked ham take-out dinner. Menu: baked ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, glazed carrots, pepper cabbage, applesauce, roll & butter and homemade peach pie. Suggested donation - $15/meal. Advance reserva-

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SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026

REGISTRATION TIME: 9:00 am UNTIL 10:45 am KSU-11:00 HRS ESCORTED GROUP RIDE BEGINS AND ENDS AT AMERICAN LEGION POST 268, 515 LEGION RD MUNCY PA. FULL TANK OF GAS IS NEEDED AT TIME OF DEPARTURE.

DIRECTIONS TO LEGION POST 268 FROM NORTH -15 S0UTH, I-180E, EXIT 15, MAKE RIGHT TO CHAD RD. TO LEGION RD. FROM SOUTH I-180W, EXIT 15, MAKE LEFT TO CHAD RD. TO LEGION RD.

REGISTRATION: 20.00 Driver/ $15.00 Passenger INCLUDES: DOOR PRIZES 50/50 RAFFLE LOTS OF FOOD AND FUN PROCEEDS BENEFIT “LYCOMING COUNTY CAMP CADET” “SPECIAL OLYMPICS”.

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tions required and accepted on a first come, first served basis to maximum of 225 meals. Early reservations are advisable. Reservations/more information: Contact Daisy Styer at 570-546-5861.

When: Saturday, June 13th. Pick up between 2-4 p.m.

Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Rd. (intersection of Route 15 and Blind Rd.), Montgomery.

Audubon Event: Sugar Valley Bird Walk

What: We will meet at the Pine Creek Rail Trail Parking Area in Jersey Shore to carpool to an Amish farm, joining a family which has had unusual success in having martins return each year to their four ‘condominiums!’

When: Saturday, June 13th, at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Sugar Valley, Meet at Pine Creek Rail Trail in Jersey Shore.

Burger Burn

What: Burger burn. Open to the public. Parking lot event only.

When: Sunday June 14th, from 11 a.m.-until sold out. Where: Eugene Grafius American Legion Post 104, 1312 Broad St., Montoursville.

Kids’ Day(8th Annual): “Garden Doctors”

What: Keep you and your gardens healthy! Come out and learn a few helpful tricks for gardening. Create a nesting ball so the birds can also benefit from the garden. Learn what parts of the plant we eat and make a “flower snack” at another center. Those are a few things featured at our upcoming “Kids Day” for 2026!

When: Sunday, June 14th, from 12-4 p.m.

Where: 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville. In the Sensory Garden.

Planning, Planting and Caring for a Rose Garden

What: If you take good care of your roses, you can have blooms from early spring to late fall. At this free, in-person workshop, learn the basics, common rose issues and how to solve those issues.

When: Saturday, June 20th, from 9-11 a.m.

Where: 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.

Community Yard Sale

What: Community yard sale to support Mountie Theater.

When: Saturday, June 20th, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: South Williamsport Jr./Sr. High School, 700

Percy St., S. Williamsport.

SPACES AVAILABLE. Questions? Contact fcmill@verizon.net or text 570-337-7368.

Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, use door before Chapel Entrance.

CHURCH EVENTS...

CHURCH EVENTS

Yard Sale

What: Indoor yard sale & food sale.

When: Saturday, May 30th, at 7 a.m.

Where: Antes Fort Methodist Church, corner of Fourth and Main sts., Antes Fort.

Breakfast

What: Free community breakfast.

When: Saturday, May 30th, from 8-10 a.m.

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

Chicken BBQ

What: Chicken BBQ, mac & cheese, baked beans, roll and dessert. Take out only. Donation meal, cash: $12.00.

When: Saturday, May 30th, from noon-5 p.m., or until gone.

Where: State Road United Methodist Church, 6738 Daugherty’s Run Rd., Linden.

Community Breakfast

What: There will be a free community breakfast.

When: Saturday, May 30th, from 8-10 a.m.

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

Worship and Hymn Sing

What: Sunday worship and hymn sing. Message by Frank Hartley aka, Farmer Frank. Our 125th year of worship. Come as you are. Leave renewed!

When: Sunday, May 31st, at 9:30 a.m.

Where: Carsontown Community Church, 7951 Little Pine Creek Rd., Waterville.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. Sermon: “Widow’s Oil.”

When: Sunday, May 31st, at 10 a.m.

Where: DuBoistown Church, 133 Summer St., DuBoistown.

Community Yard Sale

What: Yard sale is held in the church parking lot. Over 30 families and food too. The church is located on Route 87 in Montoursville, just north of Walmart. FREE

*BE STRONG & COURAGEOUS

From the banks of the Jordan River to the

A bus trip to see “JOSHUA”* at Sight & Sound is scheduled for Wednesday, 9-23-2026. Meet at the west end of Beiter’s parking lot at 6am. e price for the trip is $178.00 per adult and $109.08 for children 12 and under, which includes the ticket to the show, the bus, and a meal at Hershey Farm Inn. To purchase tickets or with any questions please contact Cheryl Williams at 570-327-1627

When: Saturday, June 6th, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Montoursville Brethren in Christ Church, 105 Fairview Ct., Montoursville.

ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT

MEETINGS

MEETINGS...

Eagle Grange

What: Monthly meeting of Eagle Grange #1; program to be announced. Public invited. More information: Contact Doug Bonsall at 717-460-0723.

When: Tuesday, June 2nd. Meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.; program presented at approximately 7:15 p.m. Refreshments served afterward.

Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Rd. (intersection of Route 15 and Blind Rd.), Montgomery.

TOPS Program

What: TOPS Weight Loss Program. First meeting free. www.tops.org for more information.

When: Every Monday, from 5:15-6:15 p.m.

Where: Divine Providence Hospital Auditorium, 1100

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS...

EVENTS

Makers Market

What: Makers Market featuring local growers, bakers, and handcrafted goods. Shop fresh produce, homemade breads, unique crafts, and more while supporting local vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere. Fry Bros will also have a beer tent for sampling Pennsylvania crafted beer sold at our locations as well!

When: Every other Saturday starting May 30th-Oct. 17, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (tentatively).

Where: Fry Bros Turkey Ranch, 25 Route 184, Trout Run.

Fishers of Men

What: Fishers of Men playing a gospel show.

When: Sunday, May 31st, at 9 a.m.

Where: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 10 W. Main St., Loganton.

June 6th, 10am

Leaves of Three, Let It Be (And Other Things I Learned the Hard Way)

Consider this your official public service announcement for the season, coming straight from someone who learned her lesson the hard way. The hard, itchy, miserable, three-week-long hard way. It started with poison oak. If you’ve ever had it, you already know. If you haven’t, count your blessings and keep reading, because what I’m about to tell you might just save you a whole lot of suffering.

I got into it good this spring. Like, in early March. What the heck!? And when I say good, I mean bad. Really bad. Now, I have always joked about my upper lip sweat. If you know me, you know! And I am fully blaming it for what happened next.

I was working outside, it was warm, and I kept wiping my upper lip the way you do when you’re in the middle of getting something done. What I didn’t realize was that I had gotten into poison oak by touching a tool that had touched the branch, and I never even thought the oil could transfer (even without the plant), so it got on my hand. But every time I wiped

that sweat away, I was spreading the oils right across my face. It started on my upper lip, then moved to my mouth, my lips, and my nose; my hands were covered too. It was everywhere. Absolutely everywhere. The kind of everywhere where you don’t even know where to start. You just sit in agony, just praying for it to go away. But it wouldn’t. I know how bad it gets, so I called my doctor immediately on day one.

I did what most people do. I went to the doctor and got a prescription for prednisone, the standard treatment. What I did not know, and what nobody tells you, is that you can actually be allergic to prednisone. (Ha! Leave it to me to be allergic to MORE medication!) I found that out the hard way when, instead of getting better, I kept getting worse. For over three weeks, I was absolutely miserable before we figured out that the medication that was supposed to help me was actually working against me. It was one of the most uncomfortable stretches I’ve had in a long time, and I wouldn’t wish it on anybody.

I even had a steroid shot, and a week lat-

er, I ended up in the ER to get a prednisone injection, but because of my heart, this made things a lot more complicated. The ER doctor refused the prednisone injection even though my doctors were pushing it for me.

Needless to say, it’s a good thing I didn’t get it, even though in that moment I was ticked off when I left the ER. It was all God! He was protecting me! Getting that injection could have been really bad with the reaction I was already having to prednisone, but no one knew that at the time. The doctor was just worried it would help for maybe three days, but then I’d get it back even worse.

It took a lady at my church, Sandy Knipe, to text me and say, “Hey Andrea, do you think you could be allergic to the prednisone?” As I googled the symptoms, it all started to make sense, and within 48 hours, I started to finally feel better after getting off of it. Now I call her Dr. Sandy! She literally saved me from more days of misery. I kept saying, “I’m usually better by now; this doesn’t make sense.” I really can’t believe I didn’t think of it sooner. Thank you, Sandy!!

(I’m a mess. Good grief. You can’t make it up, folks. My body does not do well with medication.)

So, let’s talk about what’s out there right now, because this time of year, the woods, the roadsides, and even your own backyard can be hiding some things that will make your life very unpleasant.

Poison ivy is probably the most wellknown, and the old saying holds! Leaves of three, let it be. Those three-leafed clusters can show up just about anywhere, and the oils from the plant can transfer to your skin from clothing, tools, and even your pets. Yes, my dog Bear could carry it in on his fur and never feel a thing while I break out in a rash. Not fair, but true. Poison sumac is less common but even more potent. It tends to grow in wet, swampy areas and has clusters of seven to thirteen leaves on a single stem with white or pale yellow berries. If you’re out near creeks or marshy ground, keep your eyes open. Poison oak is another one to watch for, with leaves that look similar to oak leaves and the same miserable rash-causing oils. Often climbing up trees!!

The thing all three of these have in common is urushiol — the oil that causes the reaction. And here’s what a lot of people don’t realize: you don’t have to roll around in it to have a problem. Brushing against it, touching something that touched it, or even burning it and inhaling the smoke can cause a serious reaction. Please, please do not burn unknown plants or brush piles without knowing what’s in them!!

If you do come into contact with any of these plants, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water as quickly as possible. The faster you get that oil off your

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skin, the better your chances of minimizing the reaction. And if you end up at the doctor and get a prescription, please make sure you mention any medication allergies and pay attention to how your body responds. If things are getting worse instead of better, say something. I wish I had sooner. I had never been allergic to prednisone before because I got poison quite a bit throughout my years. Oh, and another thing I swear by is Tech-Nu scrub! Man, I washed my face with that three times a day. Use a clean towel every time. (Not to mention I had to wash towels and sheets every day for weeks — horrible.) It should have been my first sign that this more expensive scrub wasn’t making a difference on my face, that something else was going on. But let me tell you, by the time my face healed, my face was absolutely glowing! Haha.

This is the time of year to enjoy the outdoors, and I want you to absolutely enjoy it. Just do it with your eyes open and your hands away from anything leafy that you can’t identify. Trust me on this one. And whatever you do, don’t wipe that upper lip sweat if you aren’t sure. Let that baby drip until you can wash your hands. *enter cheesy smile here* Learn from my three weeks of misery. You’re welcome.

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Weird Words for Hero-Lovers: More Vocab. from “Mockingbird”

By Joseph W. Smith III

The prestigious American Film Institute — a nonprofit group promoting film heritage — loves to make lists: the 100 greatest movies; 100 greatest comedies; greatest thrillers; greatest stars; greatest movie-quotes — and a whole lot more.

In the early 2000s, when AFI announced their forthcoming roster of

100 greatest heroes & villains, some friends and I debated whether James Bond or Indiana Jones would land in the top spot.

Both of our guesses were wrong, it turned out.

Since these “Weird Word” columns are currently handling Harper Lee’s novel

To Kill a Mockingbird, you can probably guess AFI’s No. 1 hero….

That’s right: Atticus Finch. It’s just one more fascinating detail

on what I like to call

“America’s favorite novel.” When I reread it last month for the umpteenth time, I couldn’t help noticing numerous unfamiliar words; and so, given the wide familiarity with this book, I’ve been using those for several of our recent vocabulary columns.

Here’s another batch from Part II. (We’ve been taking them in order from the book.)

Amanuensis (uh-man-yoo-EN-siss, noun) – Old-fashioned synonym for “secretary” — containing the Latin root man(u), meaning “hand.” (See manual, manicure, manipulate … even manure!) But the definition doesn’t explain why it’s the name of a social group in the novel.

I can only guess it’s because the club members are women, who would commonly have had that job during the novel’s Depression-era setting. But while the formidable Alexandra (aunt to narrator Scout) joins as club secretary, that is certainly not her real-world job; I doubt she’d be caught dead taking

dictation. (In fact, she’s usually the one giving it….)

Shinny (SHIH-nee, noun) – This normally designates an informal hockey game — though as a verb it can mean “to climb something” (as in, “shinny up that tree!”). Yet in Mockingbird, it cannot refer to either of these things.

In Chap. 13, for example, Scout tells us, “Miss Maudie Atkinson baked a lane cake so loaded with shinny it made me tight.”

As long as you know that tight is slang for “drunk,” this sentence is a perfect example of context defining the word. Here (and later, when some boozed-up rednecks threaten Atticus), it’s is a colloquial form of “moonshine.”

As for “tight”: One of my sourcebooks on American English indicates that our overstuffed language offers no less than 2000 synonyms for “drunk.” Weird Words covered some of those in 2023; you can find that list by searching at webbweekly.com for nimtopsical (yes, that’s one of the 2000).

Linotype (LIE-nuh-type, noun) –

Though rightly capitalized as a trademark, Linotype is lowercase in Mockingbird, where it describes the typesetting machine used by the town’s lone newspaper (Chap. 15). This now-obsolete device was a revolution in its time.

Perhaps you’ve seen an ancient printing-press of the sort designed by Gutenberg: individual letters lined up by hand in a huge grid, all backwards, with ink smeared across them and then the paper placed on top to pick up the ink. The Linotype machine allowed that type to be dropped in place much faster — using a keyboard. That process was, in turn, later replaced by photographic typesetting — and then, of course, by digital.

Monkey puzzle (noun) – Also called the pewen or pinonero, this is an evergreen tree with large, sharp leaves — and it’s native to Chile, though they can be grown in the American South (Scout mentions seeing them in the Maycomb town square — Chap. 15). The origin of this nickname is uncertain — perhaps from its intertwining limbs (dictionary.com).

Privy (PRIH-vee, noun) – As an adjective, this is not an uncommon word; it means secret, personal, private or sharing in a secret (as in, “I’m not privy to that”). But … again inChap. 15, Scout uses this as a noun — and it means, simply, “outhouse.” Its origin, of course, is from “private.”

We’ll finish this next week with a few final terms, and maybe look at one puzzling Latin phrase too.

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Huge West Branch Exposition to Open Next Saturday

Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.

ive days of extensive preparation, yet, and West Branch Exposition will be ready to swing open its doors to the public.

The Exposition is slated to open at 1:30 o’clock next Saturday afternoon.

In the spacious, beautifully decorated garage at the corner of Penn and East Third Streets, the former Rothfuss garage there will be staged the greatest exhibition of West Branch Valley

products and merchandise attempted since the Centennial Exhibition a generation ago.

Under this one roof more than 100 merchants and manufacturers from this section of the state will exhibit their wares and products for the instruction and education of the tens of thousands of people of Central Pennsylvania who are expected to view the exhibit from opening day, June 3 until the close of the exhibition on Saturday, June 10.

Twenty-eight men are now working day and night on the arrangement and decoration of the exhibition headquarters. The task of moving the various

displays which will feature the show will begin Wednesday morning. By Wednesday the decorators will be finished and the exhibitors will have their wares ready for display.

Virtually every foot of exhibition space has been contracted for. Exhibitors will come from as far west as Woolrich and Lock Haven and as far east as Milton and Berwick.

The bus transportation exhibit will be shown on vacant lots near the exhibition building and in this all local bus companies as well as those operating into and out of Williamsport are cooperating.

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ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20

Your curiosity is in overdrive, Aries. Conversations bring exciting ideas, and you might stumble across information that opens a new door. Midweek is perfect for networking.

TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21

This week brings a spark of fresh motivation. You’re feeling bold and ready to take action, Taurus. Plans could pop up unexpectedly and lead to a surprising connection.

GEMINI – May 22-Jun 21

Gemini, you may find yourself craving cozy vibes, delicious food, and meaningful conversations. A small financial or professional opportunity may be presented midweek.

CANCER – Jun 22-Jul 22

A heartfelt conversation may strengthen a relationship that means a lot to you, Cancer. Projects flow smoothly when you follow your intuition. Treat yourself to a little selfcare.

LEO – Jul 23-Aug 23

You’re shining brighter than usual this week, Leo. Your natural charisma draws people in, making this a great time to share ideas, pitch a plan, or take the lead on something exciting. Expect compliments and positive feedback.

VIRGO – Aug 24-Sept 22

Organization is your superpower right now. Tasks that once felt overwhelming sud-

denly become manageable when you tackle them step by step, Virgo. A helpful tip or piece of advice could simplify your routine.

LIBRA – Sept 23-Oct 23

You may find yourself bringing people together, Libra. A creative hobby or artistic endeavor may inspire you midweek. Trust your sense of balance.

SCORPIO – Oct 24-Nov 22

Scorpio, this is a great week to dig into something meaningful — whether it’s a personal goal or a long-term project. Your insight is sharp, and others may seek your advice.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23-Dec 21

Adventure calls — even if it’s just trying something new and local, Sagittarius. A fresh experience could inspire future plans.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22-Jan 20

Capricorn, your steady determination pays off this week. Progress might feel subtle at first, but by the end of the week, you’ll see clear results.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21-Feb 18

Innovative ideas are flowing, Aquarius. You might find creative solutions where others see problems. Collaboration works in your favor now.

PISCES – Feb 19-Mar 20

Pisces, a creative project, music, or art may prove especially inspiring. Spend time near water or in a peaceful environment if possible — it helps you recharge and dream bigger.

UPMC Electrophysiologist: Pulse Field Ablation O ers

New Minimally Invasive Treatment for AFib

By Suppiramaniam Sreeharikesan, M.D.

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

ur hearts beat more than 100,000 times a day, often without us giving them a second thought. But when that steady rhythm feels irregular — fluttering, racing, or skipping — it can be unsettling and may be a sign that something isn’t right.

These sensations, known as heart palpitations, are common and often harmless, especially when they occur once in a while. However, frequent or intense palpitations may signal a heart rhythm disorder, or arrhythmia, that should be evaluated by a medical professional.

Understanding Arrhythmias

Arrhythmias occur when the heart beats too slowly (bradycardia), too quickly (tachycardia), or irregularly. While nearly everyone experiences an occasional skipped beat, recurring rhythm problems can be bothersome and sometimes dangerous.

Everyone’s normal heart rate is different. For most adults, a resting heart rate between 60 and 80 beats per minute is typical, while physically fit athletes may normally have rates as low as 40.

Palpitations that occur frequently or are accompanied by symptoms such as shortness of breath, dizziness, chest discomfort, or fainting are reasons to seek care.

Diagnosing a Rhythm Problem

Palpitations and arrhythmias often appear suddenly and disappear just as quickly. Common triggers include dehydration, stress, illness, low blood sugar, or too much caffeine or alcohol. Because symptoms may stop before you reach a doctor’s office, your description of how the palpitations feel, how often they occur, and what you were doing at the time is an important part of the diagnosis.

Doctors may use blood tests, an electrocardiogram (ECG), or longer-term monitoring with wearable devices, such as a Holter monitor, to detect abnormal heart rhythms that aren’t caught during a brief office visit.

Why Atrial Fibrillation Matters

One of the most common arrhythmias is atrial fibrillation (AFib). AFib occurs when faulty electrical signals cause the heart’s upper chambers to beat out of sync. This can result in a fast, irregular heartbeat and reduce the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively.

If left untreated, AFib significantly increases the risk of stroke, blood clots, and heart failure. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can help control symptoms and greatly reduce these risks.

Treatment

Options for AFib

AFib treatment varies based on symptoms, risk factors, and overall health. Options may include:

– Blood thinners to reduce stroke risk

– Medications to control heart rate or rhythm

– Cardioversion, which uses electrical energy to restore normal rhythm

– Catheter ablation, which targets tissue causing abnormal electrical signals

– Appendage closure devices, such as Watchman or Amulet, for patients who can’t tolerate blood thinners

Some patients may also benefit from hybrid ablation, which combines surgical and catheter-based approaches.

A New Option: Pulse Field Ablation

A newer treatment now available locally called pulse field ablation (PFA) offers an important advancement in AFib care.

Unlike traditional ablation techniques that use heat or cold, PFA delivers short bursts of high-energy electrical pulses

through a catheter. These pulses precisely target the heart cells responsible for abnormal rhythms while better preserving nearby structures such as the esophagus and phrenic nerve. This increased specificity may reduce the risk of certain complications.

PFA is minimally invasive and is typically a same-day procedure. Most cases take one to two hours, followed by a few hours of recovery observation. Patients who are doing well can usually return home the same day and resume normal activities within about a week.

Don’t Delay Care

When it comes to heart health, timing matters. Ongoing palpitations, a racing heart, dizziness, or fainting should prompt a call to your doctor. Symptoms of heart attack such as chest or back pain, shortness of breath, or arm tingling require immediate medical attention. Call 911 right away.

Even subtle symptoms can have serious consequences if ignored. Paying attention to warning signs and seeking care early can make a lifesaving difference.

Suppiramaniam Sreeharikesan, M.D., is an electrophysiologist with UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and sees patients at 740 High St., Suite 2001, Williamsport. To schedule an appointment, call 570-321-2800. To learn more about the experts and services available for diagnosis and treatment in northcentral Pennsylvania, visit UPMC.com/HeartNCPA.

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We Don’t Have a Second to Waste

y God’s grace, I am a Christian The followers of Jesus Christ were first called Christian in the city of Antioch. The moment is recorded in Acts 11:26. The name stuck, and for the followers of Jesus Christ, it is the only name that truly matters.

There are hundreds of other names for Christians. We believers, choose names that identify us with certain theological, social, and political positions, historical events and figures, forms of church governance, and even geography.

These other names have some value, as they provide identity and fellowship for the vast and varied ways Christians experience the grace of God. While somewhat useful, these other names are clearly less important than the unifying name Christian. When we over-emphasize the other names, they distract and even divide us. If we allow dogma, territorialism, or competition to fragment the Body of Christ into disassociated bits and pieces, then we become guilty of these acts of the flesh: hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambi-

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tion, dissensions, factions, and envy. Paul doesn’t mince words when he warns us: those who live like this will not inherit the Kingdom of God. See Galatians 5:20-21.

Christian, this is serious. In his passionate prayer found in John 17, Jesus describes unity among his followers as the necessary foundation to his mission’s success:

My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as

you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one—I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.

Fellow believer, complete unity among the followers of Jesus Christ is the foundation for mission success. Imagine the kingdom impact of 2.6 billion Christians living in miraculous unity. Yes, that’s how many Christians are walking the Earth today. It is sad that we must imagine full and miraculous unity when we could be experiencing it.

Am I suggesting that all Christians must agree on every theological, political, and social issue? That they must follow Jesus the exact same way? That they must worship God with the exact same expressions to be able to live in complete unity?

I am not. To do so would utterly miss the point of Christianity. Our faith is, first and foremost, a personal faith. By God’s grace, it establishes a direct relationship between almighty God and his beloved child. Please hear this: by the grace made possible through Jesus Christ, nothing stands between God and his child. Nothing. It is an important truth that every follower of Jesus must humbly accept and preserve. If we don’t, then we pridefully and arrogantly place ourselves and our opinions between God and his child — and the result is division.

In Romans 14, Paul confronts this topic head-on. The Roman Christians were arguing with each other over disputable matters, and they were getting between God and his children. If you haven’t read that chapter recently, I suggest you read it today. Focus on this statement: So whatever you believe about these things keep between yourself and God. See verse 22. In other words, when it comes to disputable matters, keep your eyes on Jesus and your opinions to yourself. Don’t insert yourself between another believer and Jesus. If you do, the result will be

division.

Jesus gave Peter the same advice in John 21:22. Peter was being nosy. He wanted to know about John’s relationship to Jesus. He was butting in. Jesus told him plainly: What is that to you? You must follow me.

Paul warns us: You were running a good race. Who cut in on you to keep you from obeying the truth? That kind of persuasion does not come from the one who calls you. See Galatians 5:7-8.

My friend, the point is this: follow Jesus wholeheartedly. He is your Master, and it is before him and him alone that you will either stand or fall. Don’t allow others to cut in and distract you from that relationship. No one should be between you and Jesus. No one

That being understood, we also shouldn’t be inserting ourselves and our opinions between others and Jesus. Every believer must follow Jesus wholeheartedly, quietly, and humbly. Keeping that focus, while allowing others the freedom to do the same, results in Christian unity and mission advancement.

My fellow Christian, we don’t have a lot of time left to accomplish the mission of God, and every second spent in division is one we can never get back. Considering the weight of the Great Commission and the ministry of reconciliation, we don’t have a second to waste. Jesus is counting on us to get this right — and so is the world.

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Make Your Kids Play Sports

Iguess that title is kind of eye-catching, huh? Maybe I am finally getting the hang of this writing thing.

I actually got the idea for this article from Pat McAfee. I know I mention him a lot, and some people probably judge the book by the cover and choose not to like him. But did you know he gives millions of dollars a year toward scholarships for kids? Or that he and his wife help raise money for families with sick dogs that cannot afford vet bills?

But anyway, back to the point.

Pat McAfee was talking about how his daughter does not really have the option when it comes to sports. She is going to

play them. Not because he thinks she has to become an athlete, but because of the life lessons sports teach and the kind of person they can help shape.

And honestly, I agree with him.

So let’s dive into it.

What do sports actually teach kids?

Sports teach accountability.

You need to do your part and prepare for what is coming. You learn to take pride in what you are doing because there is nobody else to blame. Sports teach you to be at your best so you can be your best for others.

You have to own your mistakes, but you also get to own your successes.

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No excuses. The work you put in is usually the work you get out. Sports also teach you how to fail, which is one of the biggest keys to growth. You can do everything right and still come up short. That is OK. Dust yourself off, get back up, and try again.

Kids need to learn how to fail and how to recover. Not everything can just be handed to them.

Teamwork is another huge lesson sports teach.

You learn to thrive with the people you love and become one unit, chasing the same goal. But you also learn how to work with people you may not always see eye to eye with.

And that is OK.

Sports teach you how to come together and work toward one common goal.

Sports also teach discipline.

I can honestly say I am the man I am today because of my sports background. It taught me how to do things even when I did not want to. It taught me how to practice something over and over to improve. It taught me how to prepare for what is coming.

And on a lighter note, sports definitely taught me that waking up early is part of life.

Lastly, I think sports give kids confidence.

If you can perform on a field, court, track, or stage with people watching, it makes other parts of life feel easier. It is real confidence, not fake confidence. It is about believing in yourself and in the people around you.

That is how I want future generations to carry themselves.

Now, am I going to make Beau play sports?

Well… with Lauren’s family and mine, I think he is probably going to end up on a field, a court, a track, or maybe even a golf course at some point.

And we are going to teach him to be accountable, learn from failure, work well with a team, have discipline, and carry himself with confidence.

And honestly, if he is raised that way, I think he will want to play sports on his own.

But you know what we are going to do for sure?

No matter what happens at those games or events, once the buzzer sounds, the finish line is crossed, or the final out is made, the game is over.

It will not define our family.

Sports are meant to help teach us how to become better people, but they are not our identity.

No matter what the outcome is, we are going to leave and get dinner as a family. That is the true World Series feeling.

“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things.” – 1 Timothy 4:8

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ursday, June 4 from 3:30 PM-5:30 PM

For a private showing, call Dave Williams

RE Terms: $15000 down evening of sale, balance in 45 days or by August 17. 10% buyers premium. RE Taxes prorated. Transfer taxes divided equally between buyer & seller. Inspections at Buyer’s expense prior to Auction. Other info day of sale.

or outdoorsmen who are about to spend an increasing amount of time in the out of doors in the upcoming months, it is only a matter of time until you come in contact with ticks.

Whether you are fishing at your favorite mountain stream, camping at a nearby state park, or working on food plots as part of your wildlife management plan, you need to be vigilant about ticks.

So what is the big hype about ticks? What’s the latest on Lyme disease, and how can we avoid all of this anyway?

The tick of greatest concern in our area is the black-legged tick — often referred to as the “deer tick.” They do not feed exclusively on deer; instead, they attach to just about all mammals, including dogs and humans. They have even been known to attach to birds and reptiles.

People who spend any time in the outdoors are at risk of exposure to ticks and contracting tick-borne illnesses.

Hunters, hikers, and those folks who work outdoors are more likely to be bitten by ticks since they spend more time in forest edges, wooded areas, tall grasses, and other areas preferred by ticks. Pets that spend time outdoors are especially susceptible to becoming hosts to ticks and can carry these unwanted parasites into a home.

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

If you locate a tick, remove it immediately. The longer it remains attached, the greater the risk of tick-borne disease transmission, such as Lyme disease. Be careful. Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible with sterile tweezers or a tick removal tool (check with your local drug store for this) and slowly pull upward with a steady, even tug.

After removal, wash and disinfect the area where the tick was attached.

Dispose of the tick by submerging it in rubbing alcohol for at least a day, wrapping it tightly in tape, and then throwing it in the trash or flushing it down the toilet. This may seem a bit extreme, but ask anyone who has been stricken by Lyme disease, and they would totally agree with these careful and proper disposal methods.

Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help avoid tick encounters to begin with. Wearing light-colored long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, and closed-toed shoes will help. Tuck your shirt into your pants, and tuck the pants leg into your socks or boots. Use insect repellent containing more than 20 percent DEET on exposed skin and clothing. A very effective preventative is to treat your clothing with a product containing 0.5 percent permethrin. Walk in the center of logging roads or trails to avoid tall grasses, and always wear protective gloves when handling dead animals.

What is Lyme disease, and how can it be detected and treated?

Typical symptoms can occur within days or, sometimes, last weeks, and may include fever, headache, chills, stiff

neck, fatigue, joint pain, muscle aches, and depression. A telltale sign of Lyme disease is a red rash in the form of a “bull’s eye” anywhere on the body. If detected early, Lyme disease can be treated with antibiotics, and recovery can be quick. If untreated immediately, the infection can spread to other parts of the body, producing lifelong illnesses or even death.

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

Remember to take preventative steps to avoid encounters with ticks, do a full body check when returning from outdoors, and contact your Doctor whenever Lone Star tick or Lyme disease symptoms are noted or a telltale red “bull’s eye” is identified anywhere on your body!

2 Day Estate Tag Sale, Thurs. & Fri., June 4 & 5, 9am-4pm and Public Auction of Farm/Woodworking/Mechanics Equipment Saturday, June 6, 2026 @ 9 am 100 Nunn Road, Muncy, PA 17756

(located ½ mi. W. of Huntersville intersection o Rt. 864, watch for signs)

Tag Sale Items, urs. & Friday, June 4 & 5—Furniture-CollectablesAntiques-Appliances-Advertising-Crocks-Stair Chair Lift-Musical Instruments-Shelving Units-Lumber

Auction Items, Saturday, June 6—2 John Deere Tractors-JD Riding Mower-Tilling & Plowing Equipment & Wagons-Sca olding-Mechanics Tools-Woodworking Equipment-Air Compressors-etc.

Terms: Cash or good PA check only day of sale, ID required, nothing removed until settled for. All items will be sold as-is with no warranties applied, with most items in good condition. Starting @ 9am each day. Any remaining tag sale items will be auctioned o on Saturday, June 6th, w/ farm equipment @ approximately 11am. May be selling with 2 auctioneers @ same time. Slight reserve on tractors. Food available-bring chairs. Updated info & pics @ marquetteauctions.com, auctionzip.com ID1907, or gotoauction.com ID6181. Owners not responsible for accidents. Selling the personal property for the Estate of Tom & Carol Converse, professional

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You bet I like to fish, but I’ll be honest: it’s not just the act of fishing I enjoy; it’s the catching that I really like. It’s seeing and feeling that strike, then fighting that fish successfully to the net, that really makes fishing fun and exciting.

The problem with fishing, however, is that there can be several impediments to the hookup and landing of a fish.

Ken Hunter

for panfish.

The first day it rained all day, but the real problem was the steady wind as well.

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Not coming up with the right lure or bait can be a problem, and fishing gear that fails to perform properly can add to the problem.

Other factors that can hinder the catch rate are things we can’t control, like the weather. Things like temperature changes and varying amounts of rain can have a large effect on the success of a day of fishing, but one of the biggest weather factors is the wind. I’ve probably voiced it more than once, but wind is probably my biggest enemy when it comes to fishing.

I just recently returned from three days of fishing with some of my buddies at our yearly “fish camp,” where we hit several different lakes, mostly

I’ve often caught fish in the rain, but wind creates problems. Trying to control the boat and keep it in the desired spot while also trying to cast and retrieve a small, delicate lure was a challenge. Casting and working a presentation are extremely critical to successful fishing, and the wind makes that difficult.

One of the biggest factors in my mind for successful hookups is having constant control of that fishing line; in other words, I want to be able to see and, more importantly, feel everything that is taking place at the business end of my line.

Feel is especially important in a lot of my fishing, particularly when I’m in pursuit of panfish like crappies, bluegill, and perch. When I’m working a jig or any artificial, or even some kind of bait, as soon as I make that cast, I raise the rod tip and try to have a tight line with no slack so that I can feel everything that is going on with that presentation.

*1 East Park Street Hughesville Pa 17737* (Lycoming County Fairgrounds 3rd street entrance)

5pm - Household, Collectibles, vintage furniture, Kitchenware, good collection of tools including a shop press, cutting torches and more, We Hope To See You There For full listing and Pictures go to auctionzip.com ID# 45518, or check us out on facebook at Levi Spring Auctioneering (570) 560-9543 * Watch for upcoming ads fore more listing and details

9a.m.- 4 Vehicles including a 2023 ford Ranger, household items to include home decor, kitchenware, furniture and more, collectibles, collection of diecast vehicles, good clean items. 11 A.M. we will be o ering this multi opportunity home. is home is def a investment as it has 2 apartments attached along with large living space in the main home, with detached garage and lean-to, this property is located in Sullivan county school district and is sitting on approx 1.91 acre, it is located in Davidson twp, UPI# 03-016-0030. e home will be sold with immediate con rmation of the very motivated seller, please watch next weeks ad for more info on the home and photos. For a private showing please contact Levi at (570) 560-9543 or (570)772-5487 for pictures and listing go to Auctionzip.com ID#45518, or on Facebook at ”Levi Spring Auctioneering” We Hope To See You ere!!!!

Real Estate Terms: 3% Buyers premium added to purchase price, Cashier or certi ed check in the amount of $8,000 made out to “Levi Spring Auctioneering” down the day of auction with remaining due in 45 days or upon delivery of good title, oil gas and mineral rights to be retained by the sellers, buying as is where is no warranties or guarantees made by the auctioneer or the seller, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material, any testing or inspections may be done at the expense of the potential buyer!!!

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

If you have ever been fishing on a windy day, you know how difficult it is to have a tight line after the wind has put a large bow in the line, even before it hits the water, and what’s worse is that it keeps putting that bow in the line.

The wind can also be a detriment when casting larger lures for bigger fish like bass or pike, and this is especially true if you plan to work surface lures. I love to work a surface presentation for bass along weed edges, and a flat, calm surface is best for working a lure that creates a surface disturbance that attracts the fish. Obviously, the

wind detracts from the lure’s intended purpose.

Of course, we cannot control those natural forces that hinder our casting and retrieving, so, like we recently did at fishing camp, we headed for all those coves and shorelines where the wind was a little less fierce. The problem with that is those locations may not be the best places to fish, but at least they were a little “more fishable.”

Another move that we chose at fishing camp to fight the wind was to quit fishing early and go back to camp and prepare a nice meal with the fish that we did have — it worked.

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Location: Squarewood Acres Campgrounds 7 Miles North of Trout Run, PA • Rt. 14 at Marsh Hill Bridge

Rain or Shine•Bait will be available for a donation We are in need of prizes for the children who participate in the derby. Every child who fishes in the derby receives a prize! ank you so much, Lycoming Creek Anglers Club Food

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THURSDAY, MAY 28TH , 2026 AT 5:00 PM

LOCATION: 92 Industrial Park Rd., Muncy, PA (Selling at our Gallery on the Farm, Look for the Windmill) Collectibles Antiques Household Furnishing Breyer Horses Costume Jewelry

5:00 or there ‘bouts-(Outback): Selection of Misc. Furnishings Misc. Garden tools (3) Drawer File Cabinets Box lots of Hand Tools MUCH MORE!!

5:45 MAIN HALL -Antiques Collectibles Breyer Horses Costume Jewelry Numerous Pcs. of artwork (Prints Oil on Canvas) MUCH MORE!!

6:30- Furniture (2) Single beds w/ head foot boards, box mat. Bamboo Mirrored Dresser, Yel. Deco Glass top dinette w/ chairs, Yel. GE Hydro Heater, front loading washer Whirlpool Elec. Dryer Small Upright freezer Small refrig MUCH MORE Auctioneer Note: FULL listing pictures on auctionzip.com (enter #5545) or GoToAuctions.com(enter 5228). Chairs provided food is available.

Terms: Cash or good PA check. Credit cards (include lost 3% Cash Discount). All verbal statements take precedence over previously written materials. All items are sold “AS IS, WHERE , 05/30/2026 at 3:00 p.m. “NO BUYER’S PREMIUM”.

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As we are reminded by attending a local SABR (Society for American Baseball Research) gathering, as our country approaches its 250th celebration, baseball and sports in general hold a very special place in our community’s history.

‘Historic’ Bowman Field will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this summer. Eighty-eight years ago, Carl Stotz stumbled over a lilac bush, and the dream of Little League Baseball was born. Nature’s gift of streams, hiking trails, and mountains has provided thousands with sporting experiences for decades.

Among those historic treasures unique to our area is Otto Bookstore, opened in 1841 and believed to be the oldest independent bookstore in the country.

The business began when a man was selling insurance. As a novelty, he began selling books and paper products only to discover the community had a hunger for books. And the rest, as they say, is history.

While not a sports venue, the West Fourth Street location has recently expanded its operation, and sports are molded into its DNA.

Stopping by to check things out, Otto’s general manager, John Shableski, was a

Scott Lowery

gracious host.

“For about ten years, the business had been looking for a place along West Fourth Street to relocate,” he explained. “The Amber Rose business, adjacent to us, relocated, and its former space was available, which made perfect sense to us. Construction on our expansion began in early April, and we opened earlier this month and are now operating. It’s been a ride.

“For us, sports encompass everything from fishing to all the various team sports. Our inventory carries all the legendary sports stores and legends like Jackie Robinson and Babe Ruth. But we have a history of fishing and hunting, biking, and an amazing range. Until I got here, I really thought of sports as being baseball, basketball, football, and hockey. But sports mean so much more to this community. So much of that is outdoors, as we live in such a wonderful place.

“Such books as A River Runs Through It, or A Walk in the Woods, are wonderful outdoor stories of sports. Sports are so much more than that. It’s not just about sports; some of the best stories are about the people behind the sport.

“The store expansion we’re undertaking affords us opportunities to do a variety of things. One of them provides more

space for book signings. Recently, we had a signing by Jim Wexler, a Pittsburgh sportswriter, who has been covering the Steelers since 1995. He has written several books about the Steelers, including a great book on Troy Polamalu. It was a fantastic opportunity to have him here.”

When asked about local people who may have written sports books, Shableski offered some tales.

“One that I am familiar with was written by Marjorie Maddox last year about Branch Rickey. She is the director of creative writing at Lock Haven University and lives in Williamsport. Rickey was her great-uncle. She wrote a poem in a children’s book telling about Rickey’s persuasiveness in breaking baseball’s color barrier when bringing Jackie Robinson to the Brooklyn Dodgers.

“Tom Speicher, at Penn College, is another local author. Many people may know Tom from his radio work at the Little League World Series. He does great kids’ books. I think he has published six titles and is one of our best-selling local authors.

“Oscar Knade, the former Superintendent of the Williamsport Area School District, is our best-selling local author. In his first print run, we sold out all of his inventory. We had a great event for him here in celebration. It was fantastic.

“It wasn’t anything about sports. It detailed his life as an educator from

his earliest days to when he arrived in Williamsport. His arrival was not met kindly by some. An editorial in the Sun-Gazette announced This punk kid from Philadelphia was going to be the superintendent of the vaunted Cherry & White. He was going to sully the reputation of this great institution.

“That book is a fantastic read. He writes just as he speaks. There is no one out there who keeps records like he does.

“The past two years, we have started reaching out to the visitors who come here for the Little League World Series via social media. At some point, the baseball fans start exploring the area for things to do. As a result, we have experienced a good increase in business during that time of the year.

“Because of how much sports means to our community, we are planning to expand our sports inventory at the store. There are so many great stories about sports and the characters involved. Sports are such a broad term. Locally, we have people who hike, great fishing, and hunting. It goes deeper than that. Conversations with the folks from PA Wilds about conservation in the area and how the hunting camps have done wonderful things as stewards for the environment. Sports for us are going to be a very considerable category. The opportunity is amazing.”

Sports are something we can all enjoy. You can count the Otto Bookstore as a

Lock Haven, Bechdel’s Dairy Blanchard, Harold B Hayes Maple Spring Mackeyville, J H Ferree Mackeyville, George Johnastobaugh Mill Hall, Fortney Mackeyville, Sunrise Dairy CH Royer Mill Hall, Bald Eagle Dairy Lock Haven, Beckwith Dairy Port Matilda, Kyles Mackeyville, Paul Markle Lock Haven, Mill Hall Milk Products, C J Fortney White Oak Mackeyville, Penn State, Homestead Mill Hall, Dotterer Farms Mill Hall, Maple Dairy Tyrone, Valley Farms Mackeyville, Bubb’s farm Jersey Shore, Fairview Dairy Lock Haven, Allegheny Creamery Jersey Shore, Yearicks Mill Hall, Loundon Kyle Millbrook Mackeyville, Millbrook Mill Hall, Cedar Springs Dairy Mill Hall, O’Connell’s Dairy Williamsport, Lycoming Dairy Williamsport, Pints; Homestead Mill Hall, Mill Hall Milk, Renovo Milk Renovo, WA Pifer Crystal Spring Mill Hall, RK McCloskey Lock Haven, Fred Kyle Mackeyville, Paul Markle Lock Haven, Cedar Spring JA Long Mill Hall, Hamon s Bellefonte, Pearce St Collage, Bald Eagle Dairy Lock Haven Juice bottle 1/2 Pints & creamers; Mill Hall Milk, Homestead Mill Hall, Charles Kyle lock Haven, Dotterer Farms Mill Hall, RK McCloskey Lock Haven, LM Reese Port Matilda, Johnstonbaugh Mill Hall, WD Matterson Renovo, Reish’s Dairy Centre Hall, Fred Kyle Mackeyville, JH Ferree Valley View Mackeyville, Kyles Dairy Mackeyville, Ferree Mackeyville, Hurr s Williamsport, Lycoming Dairy Williamsport, Valley farms Mill Hall, Yearicks Mill Hall, Loundon Kyle Mill Hall, Renovo Milk Renovo and more Bottles will be cataloged for the auction

6 Guns 22 Hornet w/scope, Savage M110E 30-06 w/scope, Marlin M 25N 22 LR w/scope, Remington 870 12ga, Stevens M 620 16ga, W Richards Double barrel 12ga (old) Lots of Misc. Ammo & sporting goods, Black Buck Antelope shoulder mount, Old Ed Sheep shoulder mount, & misc. antlers Tools-Household & ETC; Simplicity Regent garden tractor w/44” mower deck (165hr s) Simplicity Snowblower, Reese 5th wheel, 1989 Chevy truck tailgate, Predator generator, Grizzly Band Saw, Grizzly Scroll Saw, Craftsman Table saw w/ Router attached, Air Compressor, Craftsman Miter Saw, Floor jack, Drag cords, Lots of hand tools; Craftsman combination wrenches, Sockets & ratchets, Vise Grips, a few Snap-on pieces, and much more, Garden hose reel, 20’ Extension ladder, Aluminum scoop shovels & various garden tools, Lp Grill, Hoosier cabinet (Old) Dough box, Sofa, Steamer trunk, Drop Leaf table, Old trunk, Singer Sewing machine w/cabinet, File Cabinet, electric Refrigerator, GE front load Washer (very good) Maytag Dryer, Wooden Butter Churn, Cradle, Slaw Cutter, Purity Mills salt Shaker, Old Wooden Tool Chest, Slate for craft painting, wood burner, Pencil colors, & more embroidery & craft making stuff, Painted Milk can & other paintings & Carvings

Iam very loyal to Lycoming Creek. It is where I do 94% of my fishing. There is no need to travel when you routinely catch fish. Backyard kids. I have successfully navigated its entire length. From her headwaters above Ralston to the mighty Susquehanna. Bodines to Camp Susque. The old airport and Powys. Haleeka to the 973 green bridge. Hepburnville and the Heshbon. High Street to Memorial. I’ve fished them all. I started back in high school. I haven’t stopped since. The same stretches. OK, some spots are better than others. But I do have great success within the city limits.

Lycoming Creek is a very unique and healthy waterway. I lost count, but I have been very fortunate to land all types of species. Rainbows, Brooks, Browns, and even a Tiger. Most are stocked, but you would be surprised by the number of wild trout. I landed a few Walleyes and even a small Musky. These encounters are extremely rare, and I consider myself quite lucky. Panfish. Carp. Catfish. Large and Smallmouth bass. You can’t make it up. If I am not extreme wading, I am in my kayak or canoe. It’s what I do. I guess you could say I am an expert on Lycoming. My son and I have been out a lot. I cherish every moment. We usually sneak out after supper. A few of our favorite spots

are in the 17728. The kid had no school on Tuesday due to the election. He took that opportunity to fish all day with his adorable girlfriend. They caught a few, and I was a tad jealous of their photos. I mowed the lawn after work and asked if he wanted to head out. Jensen declined. He said he was tired. No worries. I headed out solo.

The bug activity is picking up. This spring has been whacked. I am still throwing some nymphs, but I am starting to catch a few on top. All fishing is noble, but dry fishing is the very best. I stopped and fished at a familiar location. I was bouncing a peeping caddis on the bottom. The water was perfect. She was flowing. I managed to get a small stocky into my net. I continued to work on my drifts. I switched it up and tied on a PAUL JENSEN special. My friend from up north gave me a few of his tungsten crazy legs. They are magic. I moved downstream and saw a flash. OMG. That is a massive orange fish. It was sticking out like a sore thumb.

I quietly made my way into a better position. I made a cast upstream and let my fly do its thing. One pass. Nothing. I tried again. BANG. My indicator vanished. My drag started screaming. FISH ON. The large Golden went absolutely nuts. I was doing my best to keep him

hooked. He headed south, and I was losing the battle. It reminded me of that epic scene from A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT. I frantically worked him over and reeled in when I saw the opportunity. I grabbed my phone and hit record. Just in case I ended up empty. The fight continued for another ten minutes.

Look dude. I only want to borrow you for a few pictures. He eventually tired, and I grabbed him immediately. SUCCESS. Oh, what a beauty. Massive fish. The photos don’t do justice. Healthy. Strong. Solid. Gorgeous. I reached out to Jensen right away. He was so pissed.

There seems to be some confusion on what these critters are called. A GOLDEN RAINBOW (Oncorhynchus mykiss) is not to be confused with a GOLDEN TROUT (Oncorhynchus aguabonita) or a PALOMINO TROUT. Golden Trout are a distinct species native to specific regions of California, Montana, and Wyoming. They look nothing like these orange and yellow beasts. Initially, folks called them Palominos, but given their more vibrant colors, it is only proper to refer to them as GOLDEN RAINBOWS.

I have landed several of these fish throughout the years. A few on a spinner. Mostly with a nymph. They are super fun

to catch. The younger generations will cast at them all day with no success. It remains on Jensen’s bucket list. Many of these engineered fish won’t make it past the summer. Ospreys and eagles can spot them from miles. Other predators take advantage, too. They stick out in the water. Nowhere to run. The Golden Rainbows have been in Pennsylvania for almost 50 years. Anglers continue to search in hopes of catching one.

Again. I have caught thousands of fish on Lycoming Creek. The latest GOLDEN RAINBOW belongs in the top five. He was a beauty. Fantastic fight. Great battle. One of my largest fish on a fly rod. I also loved my son’s reaction. He wasn’t proud. He was pissed at his father. Cheers.

COMICS

PUPPIES

LAB PUPPIES FOR SALE, $850.00. 570-547-6343. 199386 MINI POODLE PUPPIES

For Sale. Very Good Pets. Shots And Dewormer Up To Date. Pick From 4, $200 Each. 570745-3525. 199344

CAVAPOO PUPPIES. Very Friendly And Adorable. Come And Reserve Yours Now, Ready To Go 5/18/26. $450. 570-4724651. 199509

3 MALE & 2 FEMALE Cockapoo Puppies. Will Be Ready June 1st. Shots And Dewormed. 570-295-5110. 199374

DOGS

2 SHIH TZU DOGS. 1 Male, 1 Female, 6 Years Old. $100 Each OBO. 570-538-1361. 199358

6 YEAR OLD Border Collie Cross Female. Black & White, Good Pet, $75.00. 570-7253336 Extn: 2 . 199502

LIVESTOCK

ROUND PENS ALL SIZES. Livestock Panels. Immediate Delivery. 570-916-3309. 199370 FOR SALE Red Sex-Link Pullets, Excellent Brown Egg Layers. 570-547-6409. 199219

REPORTS

JERSEY SHORE LIVESTOCK MARKET LLC & FLEA MARKET: The following items were sold on May 21st, 2026: Beef Calves: $17.00 to $25.50 per pound; Beef X Calves: $14.00 to $21.25 per pound; Holstein Calves: $0.25 to $18.00 per pound; Fats: $2.44 to $2.67 per pound; Cows: $0.23 to $1.98 per pound; Bulls: $1.50 to

$2.54 per pound; Feeders: $1.00 to $5.40 per pound; Goats $35 to $750 per head; Lambs: $2.70 to $ 4.10 per pound; Sheep: $0.80 to $ 1.70 per pound; Hogs $ 0.45 to $ 0.80. 1308 S RT 44

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EVENTS

YARD SALES

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MARY’S MARKET 9873

Route 220 Jersey Shore. Buying Green Depression Glass. Come Check Us Out. Hours, Thursday Through Sunday 10-5pm. 570259-1886. 199373

Bingo Every Monday Night

MONTOURSVILLE

2-FAMILY Garage/Yard Sale 515 Chestnut Street. Friday 5/29 9am-3pm, Saturday 5/30 8am-3pm. Rain Date 5/31. Ladies & Men’s Clothing And Accessories, Computer Parts And Accessories, Kid’s Stuff, Books, Cookbooks, Fabric, Crafts, Baskets, Household Items, Canning & Jelly Jars, Jugs, Antiques, Chipper/Shredder, Treadmill And More. 199382

YARD SALE MAY 29TH & 30TH. 1080 Westminster Drive, Loyalsock. 8am-12pm. Tools, Vintage Items, Outdoor/ Gardening, Households, Puzzles And Books. 199513

MULTI-FAMILY YARD

SALE County Line And Comly RD’S, Turbotville. June 5TH & 6TH. Something For All! 199149

ESTATE SALES

PERFECT-2-PERFECT is having a whole home estate sale at 2040 W Mountain Ave, S. Williamsport. This sale will be held Thurs May 28, 8:30a-3p, and Fri May 29, 8:30a-2p. Both floors are packed and we will also have some items in the garage for you! Go to onlinetradingassistant.com for more info and photos. 199356

60 YEARS ACCUMULATION INSIDE! 78 Elk Street, Cogan Station. May 29-30, 8am-1pm. 199519

PERFECT-2-PERFECT is having a whole home estate sale at 410 Brandon Ave, Williamsport. This sale will be held NEXT WEEK Thurs June 4, 8:30a-3p, and Fri June 5, 8:30a2p, Sat only if needed. Three floors are packed and we will also have some items in the ga-

rage and tents for you! Go to onlinetradingassistant.com for more info and photos. 199520

GARAGE SALES

TOOLS AND MORE

TOOLS Garage Sale. Includes Power Tools. Brand Name. Also Other Manly Garage Stuff. No Girly Things. No Clothing. Sat., May 30th, 8-12. Priced To Go. 1120 Hepburn St., Williamsport. Rear Alley Access. 199377

LARGE GARAGE SALE June 5th & 6th. 70 Kreamer Lane, Loganton. Also Baked Goods Available. Soft Pretzels Available Friday Only. 570-7253336 Extn: 2. 199502 GARAGE SALE 143 Bunker Hill Road, Antes Fort. May 28th, 29th & 30th,

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GARAGE SALE REAR Of 639 Beeber St. Saturdays 9am1pm. Variety Of Items. 199050

MONTOURSVILLE, 501

BENNETT ST. 29th & 30th, 8am-3pm. 6 Tonka Toys, Crosscut Saw, Fishing Poles, 14 Nascar 124 Size, Wheelbarrow, Binoculars, 36” Fire Truck, Wagon. 199368

MOVING SALES

CASH ONLY! One Day Moving Sale. 451 Tinsman Ave., Loyalsock. Saturday, May 3oth, 2026, 8am-4pm. 199388

CHICKEN BBQ

CHICKEN BBQ, Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans, Roll And Dessert. Take Out Only, Donation Meal, Cash $12.00. Saturday, May 30, Noon-5pm, Or Until Gone. State Road United Methodist Church, 6738 Daugherty’s Run Road, Linden. 199379

CHURCH SERVICES

DUBOISTOWN CHURCH

133 Summer Street. Sunday 10am. “Widow’s Oil”. 717-813-3992. 198858

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. 198859

EAGLE MOUNTAIN WORD OF FAITH CHURCH 1804 Bloomingrove Road, Williamsport. Sundays 10am. 570-447-0162. 198857

GENERAL MERCH.

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SAFE STEP. North America ’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Topof-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-833-356-1954. M11

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES TODAY - Generac Home Standby Generator. Receive a free 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. 855948-6176 to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move. C11

CONSUMER CELLULAR

- same reliable, nationwide coverage as the largest carriers. No long-term contract, no hidden fees free activation. All plans feature unlimited talk & text, starting at just $20/mo. Call 1-877305-1535. C11

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES TODAY with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move. M11

GIANT BRAND 10 Speed Women’s 26” Bicycle For Sale, Paid $800, Asking $200. Please Call 570-769-6169. 199194

SILVERTONE BASS ACCORDION, $500.00. Bell Helmet, Full Coverage, White, $75.00. 570-322-3256. 199376

FREE - GRANDFATHER

CLOCK needs a new home.

Original owner was Dr Walter Williamson, one of the founders of Hahnemann Hospital in Philly in the 1800’s. He was a doctor of homeopathy specializing in women and children. Call 570-3264719 or bshall345@ gmail.com. 199389

GENERAC 8,000 GENERATOR, $400.00. 570-772-1922. 199515

FREE SEARS LAWN TRACTOR. Also Available For Tractor, Plow & Weights. 570-7721922. 199516

USED KITCHEN CABINETS, Complete, Cherry, Good Condition. Purchase All Or Pieces. Call Ken Or Lori At 570-971-3829 Or 570-5063695 To See. Price Negotiable. 199305

POOL FOR SALE, All Accessories. 18 x 48, $900 OBO. 917415-2093. 198701

FRIGIDAIRE 10,000 BTU AC, Used Once, Best Offer. Mike 570-745-7195. 199525

LARGE U.S. STAMP COLLECTION from the 1870’s to the 1960’s. Includes singles, plate blocks, sheets and first day covers. Call Ed at 570-337-9749. 199512 AUTOMOTIVE

The Williamsport Country Club is seeking quali ed applicants to join our dynamic kitchen team. e ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in food preparation, catering, and kitchen operations. ese roles require creativity, attention to detail and a commitment to food safety standards. Hardworking candidates who are eager to learn and are prepared to grow professionally are encouraged to apply.

Job Types: Full and part time, seasonal and temporary. Bene ts, dependent on employment status, include Simple IRA, Medical Insurance, Dental & Vision Insurance, employee food discount and paid time o .

If you have a passion for cooking, are an excellent communicator and can work e ectively with others, a position with the Williamsport Country Club may be in your future. Serv-Safe certi cation a plus.

Pay rates from $15.00 to $22.00 per hour

APPLY in person at 800 Country Club Drive at the Clubhouse O ce or by calling 570-323-3709 WILLIAMSPORT COUNTRY CLUB IS HIRING Position Summary

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

DENTAL INSURANCE-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. 833-970-4172. 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! 1-877553-1891 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! 1-888-489-3936. 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

FIREWOOD. Red And White Oak. Cut. Pick-Up Or Delivery. Discount For Multiple Loads. Call 570-220-5227 . 199931

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. “Member of Certified Appraisers Guild of America”. Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 570-368-2597. 198860

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. 199022

WANTED: MOON & STARS Dishes; Plum, Blue & Green. Also 2 Bigshots Or More & Colored Fantasia Plates & Square Princess House Mugs. 570-725-2136. 199352

HEALTHCARE EMPLOYMENT

ESTABLISHED LAW FIRM seeking to hire full-time Benefits Coordinator/Support Specialist for busy Elder Law Practice. Responsibilities include: preparing/filing/tracking Medical Assistance Applications for in-facility long-term care and waiver benefits; asset verification; trust funding; document preparation; and real estate transactions. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, social work, paralegal studies, or related discipline preferred and/or one (1) year of

Medical Assistance filing/processing experience. Competitive pay and benefits package. Send resumes to McNerney, Page, Vanderlin & Hall, ATTN: Bobbi Jo Vilello - 433 Market Street Williamsport, PA 17701 or bvilello@mpvhlaw.com. 199217 HELP WANTED, DOC’S SIDE Of The Moon, Linden. Now hiring Part time Cook. Bartender. 570-398-7675. Ask for Mike. Cook and bartender are separate positions. 199531

HOME HEALTHCARE

AIDES Needed In The Williamsport Area. Most Cases Are Long-Term. 8 Hr. Shifts. $20.00 An Hour. Call Barbara 272-2097038. 199224

THE JORDAN TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS are accepting resumes for a municipal road worker 35-40 hrs. per week. Applicants must have knowledge in all phases of work related to the maintenance of roadways and the operation and maintenance of trucks and equipment. Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. Send resumes to: Jordan Township P.O. Box 8 4298 Rte. 42 Hwy., Unityville, PA 17774 or via email jordantwplycco@verizon. net. Resume deadline Monday, June 8, 2026. 199528

THE JAMES V. BROWN LIBRARY in Williamsport, PA seeks a temporary part-time Public Service Assistant I (PSA) to work at the Youth Service Desk at the library this summer. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. This is a temporary part-time position scheduled for 20 hours per week beginning around June 4, 2026, and through August 22, 2026. Anticipated work schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 11:00 am – 3:00 pm; Fridays/Saturdays (alternating) 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Additional hours may be scheduled based on the needs of the library. The wage for this position will be $10-12 per hour. Application information is on the library’s website: www. jvbrown.edu/careers/. Submit a completed application form and cover letter to Karen Confer at

kconfer@jvbrown.edu. Review of applications will begin on May 18, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The James V. Brown Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 199346

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! 833860-0657 Have zip code ready! C11

RICHART’S FURNITURE REFINISHING AND REPAIR We Make Spindles, We Fix Most Any Loose Chairs. We Also Paint Metal, 570-584-3215. 199353

R&J CONSTRUCTION AND HANDYMAN SERVICE. All Phases Of Construction. 570-435-9454. 199351

JACUZZI BATH REMOD-

EL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL costs! (Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 12/31/25) Call 1-844-826-2535. M11

NO MORE CLEANING OUT GUTTERS. Guaranteed! LeafFilter is backed by a no-clog guarantee and lifetime transferable warranty. Call today 1-855791-1626 to schedule a FREE inspection and no obligation estimate. Get 15% off your entire order. Plus, Military & Seniors get an additional 10% off. Limited time only. Restrictions apply, see representative for warranty and offer details. M11

HAULING, CLEANOUTS, Brush Removal, Mulching. Fully Insured. Call 570-439-1934. 198217

JACUZZI BATH REMOD-

EL 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

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- 833-610-1936 to schedule FREE inspection/estimate. Get 15% off your entire order. Military & Seniors get additional 10% off. Restrictions apply, see rep for details. C11

DUMP TRAILER/JUNK HAULING. You Fill, We Haul, Insured. Message 570-777-6144. 199339

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

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

WATER DAMAGE CLEAN-

UP & 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: 1-833887-0117. C11

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

WEED WHACKING, Brush Hog & Mulching. 570-3770428. 198706

WATER DAMAGE CLEAN-

UP & 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: 1-833887-0117. C11

CLEAN-OUTS, JUNK

REMOVAL, Brush Removal, Hauling. 570-377-0428. 198705

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

HEALTHCARE LAWN CARE

PROFESSIONAL LAWN

SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Free quote. Ask about first application special! 833-860-0811. C11 IS YOUR OUTDOORS LOSING ITS EYE APPEAL? Let Us Remove Those Ragged Shrubs And Trees. Maybe The Flower Beds Need A Decorative Border Or A Retaining Wall. We Also Do Patio Pavers, New Lawns And Mulching, Weed Whacking And More. Call Us At 570-217-6600. 199191 RICHARD’S LAWN CARE AND LANDSCAPING. Mulching, Mowing, Trimming, Retaining Walls, Spring Cleanup. PA064570. 570-772-1588. 199367

SCOTT'S LAWN CARE. OUR 27TH YEAR IN BUSINESS! SPRING AND FALL CLEAN-UP. Residential & Commercial Mowing And Landscaping. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 570-419-6326. 198861

BUYING

JEWELRY GALORE

Buying Gold Jewelry

Pre 1960’s Gaudy, Glitzy & Designer Costume Jewelry. (No quantities too large!)

Estate, Antique, Victorian Sterling Jewelry, Gold Jewelry (Old / Newer, even broken)

Men’s Gold Rings, Old Pocket Watches, Old Wrist Watches Sterling Silver Items & Sterling Silver Ware

HEALTHCARE LAWN CARE

DAVID’S LAWN CARE

RESIDENTIAL, WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD NEW CUSTOMERS FULLY INSUREDMOWING-WEED WHACKING FREE ESTIMATES. 570-323-4014 OR 570-9161843 . 199302

HEALTHCARE CLEANING

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

BELLA’S SUNSHINE CLEANING SERVICES Professional Residential Cleaning From Our Shining Customer Service, To Your Sparkling Clean Home, I Clean To Meet Your Needs. Because Everyone Needs A Little Sunshine. Reasonable Rates. Call 570-435-8082. 199534

RESIDENTIAL CLEANING, Years Of Experience. Have References. Call 570-323-5426. 199030

NO TIME TO CLEAN? If You Are Busy With Life And Cleaning Your House Is Just Too Much, Call Me And I Will Take Care Of It For You! Years Of Experience And References Too. Call To Discuss Rates And Services 570-220-3664

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

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 OVER INTER-

NET - Get your favorite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels included for 3 mos (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-6296086. M11

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

REAL ESTATE

WE BUY HOUSES Any Condition/Any Situation. No Hassles, Quick Cash. Call 570989-1938 . 198862

NEED

CASH QUICKLY?

We buy houses in any condition. Get a fair cash offer within 24 hours! Call today. Liz Buys Houses: 833-359-4707. C11

WANTED

INHERITED A HOUSE?

SELLING AN ESTATE? If you need to sell a house, I may be able to help. I buy homes in any condition; no repairs or clean-out needed and can meet you at the property to discuss options in person. Simple process. No pressure. Call 570 367 8040. 199380

THINKING ABOUT SELLING YOUR HOUSE? Before you list it, call me. I can meet you at the property and give you a fair offer. Local buyer. Flexible closing. No realtor fees! Call 570 367 8040. 199381

LOCAL INVESTOR

LOOKING For Single Family Home, Duplex Or Multi Unit Property For Rent To Own. Excellent Credit. Call Troy 570447-2995. 199526

AIRBNB

AIRBNB Walking Distance To Crosscutters, 1/2 Mile To The Lumber Yard Complex, 15 Min to Little League. Private Apartment, Quiet Neighborhood. www.airbnbTheDugOut, Williamsport, Pa. 199303

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. 199371 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. 199372

KOZ’s LANDSCAPING

CARS

2009 SUBARU FORESTER, $2,000 OBO. As Is. 570772-0878. 199221

2006 AUDI A6, 222,307 Miles, New Tires. Inspected Till June 2026, $1,000. 570-4941828. 199514 FOR SALE 2024 Subaru, Black Onyx, Outback, 19,120 Miles. $33,000.00. 570-7721922. 199517

TRACTORS

BURKHOLDER’S REPAIR, Sales Of Farm Tractors, Repair, Restore, Paint, Etc. Turbotville, PA. 814-720-8845. 199369

INTERNATIONAL SUPER A With Cultivators. Very Good Condition, $3,750.00. 570-447-1659. 199503

MOTORCYCLES

2003 HONDA GL-1800

GOLD WING. Metallic Orange, 58,493 Miles. Sharp Looking, Excellent Condition. Lots Of Options. $6,500. Call For More Info 570-263-7321. 199527

2003 HARLEY DAVIDSON Fat Boy 100th Anniversary. 1/10th Of A Mile, NEVER RIDDEN. Asking $13,500. 570398-1302. 199535

VEHICLES WANTED

GET A BREAK ON YOUR

Jersey Shore Area School District

has the following anticipated full-time certi ed opening for the 2026-2027 school year: GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

CERTIFICATION: ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR PK-12

All applications for teaching positions must be submitted online at: JSASD.org>Employment>Current Openings> Corresponding Application Link

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 until position is lled

TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-320-2804 today! M11

WANTED MOTORCYCLES AND MINI BIKES

Antique and classic. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and more. Paying cash. Call 717-577-8206. M11

BUYING CLASSIC CARS, trucks, and SUVs. American and foreign. Any condition. Buying entire collections. Paying cash. Call 717-577-8206. M11

DONATE YOUR CAR,

TRUCK, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today! M11 DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. 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. 198863

Jersey Shore Area School District

has an anticipated opening for a second shi , full-time

CUSTODIAN POSITION

For an application, please refer to our website at www.jsasd.org >Employment>Current Openings> Custodian Position Openings>application link. Send application and clearances to: Dr. Brian T. Ulmer, Superintendent 175 A&P Dr., Jersey Shore, PA 17740 Or Bulmer@jsasd.org

Deadline to receive applications is until position is lled

JSASD is an equal opportunity employer