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Reflections in Nature: A pond freezing is amazing process

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The Susquehanna River, which had been frozen over, is now open, and our lakes and ponds are beginning to thaw. These are all signs that the ice fishing season is coming to an end. The fishermen have had a longer season this year than they usually do. The winter was cold enough that even Lake ...

City of Williamsport Police Capt. Justin Ottaviano promoted to chief

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The City of Williamsport recently promoted Williamsport Bureau of Police Capt. Justin Ottaviano to the position of chief, according to the city police Crime Watch website. He was administered the oath of office by Mayor Derek Slaughter, according to the post. Ottaviano replaces former Chief ...

Releases of Mylar balloons can endanger wildlife

Outdoors

Here is a sad tale: those colorful and cheerful Mylar balloons commonly released at celebrations and funerals are, ironically, also inadvertently creating dangerous and even lethal situations for birds. Why? Such balloons can become hazardous litter. More than 100 balloons were recently ...

Hughesville Borough Council OKs quote for building project

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Hughesville Borough Council at its most recent meeting approved a quote of $24,250 for construction of a building expansion. The quote from Todd Clayton Construction was the lowest of among three received for the work with the cost being split between the borough and the Hughesville Water ...

A look at drifting to catch fish this spring

Outdoors

Trout season is almost upon us, and I, for one, cannot wait. It’s been a long winter with little chance to get on the water, and my fishing addiction needs a fix. Today, I want to take a moment to share how I prefer to target the local Salmonidae. Although I have successfully filled my ...