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Officials stress water safety on Delaware River during July 4th weekend
PORT JERVIS – The Delaware River is beautiful and serene, attracting visitors and tourists alike, especially on holidays such as July 4th. However, the Delaware can also be dangerous and officials are reminding the public to exercise caution and safety after another drowning on the river last week. “You...
Owners of Rescued Monticello, New York Dog Make Heartbreaking Announcement
Zola the dog was the talk of the town around this time last year. She was saved and given a second chance at life thanks to the caring animal community in Sullivan County, New York. Unfortunately, those closest to Zola had to make an extremely heartbreaking decision about Zola's future.
Carbondale Area hosts Academic Honors Night
Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School recently held its annual Academic Honors Night for students in grades 7-12 who have excelled academically. Students are eligible for academic honors if they have a cumulative average of 93% or higher. Principal Joseph Farrell and Assistant Principal Lawrence A. Gabriel III presented the students...
Maine man shot by police in New York
BARRYVILLE, New York (WGME) -- A Maine man, who was listed as a missing person in a national law enforcement database, has been shot by a state trooper in New York. Around 2:15 p.m. on Tuesday, state police responded to a report of a suspicious person in a vehicle outside a business in Barryville, New York.
Man dies on the Delaware; here’s how to reduce risk of the same (VIDEO)
BARRYVILLE – A South Jersey man drowned in the Delaware River over the weekend while swimming off Milford Beach near the Delaware Water Gap in Pennsylvania. It took first responders hours to find his body after he went under. . Sullivan County Commissioner of Public Safety, Scott Schulte, has...
Counting Crows performing in Upstate NY: When, where and how much are tickets?
Counting Crows, best known for hits like “Mr. Jones” and “Round Here,” will perform three concerts across Upstate New York this summer. The alt-rock band will perform solo at the Outer Harbor Live at Terminal B in Buffalo, NY on Tuesday, July 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Julia Mellody celebrates 103rd birthday at UNC event
JESSUP, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Celebrating a special birthday during a summer party. Julia Mellody, an active participant at the United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania's Mid Valley Senior Community Center -- is turning 103. The UNC says she's known for her love of parties and her favorite food,...
Cleanups, conversation and change: Peckville library, Sierra Club team up for litter pickups
The Valley Community Library in Peckville, in conjunction with the Northeast Pennsylvania Sierra Club Group and Keep PA Beautiful, alongside other local partners, has been holding a series of litter cleanups across the region. The library recently posted the amount of garbage that was picked up in the 10 cleanups...
Popular Hudson Valley State Park Reopens With Summer Activities
As it warms up during the summer months in the Hudson Valley. residents may need to find a place to cool off and also have fun. Local swimming areas are convenient, have outdoor activities to experience and more. Popular Sullivan County, NY State Park Reopens With Summer Activities. Sullivan County...
Honesdale standout Peter Modrovsky named to All-State baseball team
HONESDALE — Even though the 2024 high school diamond season is long over, the awards and accolades just keep rolling in for Peter Modrovsky. On Monday morning it was announced that the ace of Honesdale's pitching staff has been named to the inaugural Pennsylvania State Baseball Coaches Association All-State team.
Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School honor roll
Joseph Farrell, Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School principal, announced the fourth marking period honor roll for the 2023-2024 school year. First honors: Mckenna Bogdon, Alexis Borosky, Lily Burns, Colt Calabro, Callie Cicio, Haleigh Corrigan, Jill Fox, Gabrielle Gregory, Molly Halstead, Alexis Hoffman, Sincere Howey, Joseph Kelsch, Macey Loughney, Gracie McDermott, Kayden Melko, Caige Nolan, Alexis Nykaza, Jacob Ortiz, Rahi Patel, Claire Serkosky, Colten Shaw, Franceska Sheppard, Keith Staples and Breann Wagner.
Back to Woodstock, with Wi-Fi: Women return after 55 years to glamp and relive the famous festival
BETHEL, N.Y. — Beverly “Cookie” Grant hitchhiked to the Woodstock music festival in 1969 without a ticket and slept on straw. Ellen Shelburne arrived in a VW microbus and pitched a pup tent.
Giro del Cielo Road Race is June 14
The 2024 Giro del Cielo Road Race will be held Sunday, July 14 in Branchville. The race, organized by Skylands Cycling, also will be the New Jersey State Championship Road Race this year. It features an all-new course, which will be a rolling 8.8-mile loop. All categories are limited to...
Christmas in July Sing-along on July 13
Christmas in July Sing-along is planned at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13 at the Old Clove Church, 889 Route 23, Wantage. Dori Martin will lead the sing-along. Also performing are Joe Lombardo on the trumpet and soloist from High Point Regional High School. All are welcome. For information, call Paula...
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