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Holy Ghost Parish welcomes new priest
The parish family of Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church, Jessup, recently welcomed Father Timothy and Pani Angela Kennedy to their church. Originally from New Jersey, Father Tim recently completed his studies at the Byzantine Catholic Seminary in Pittsburgh. He holds a Master's in Theology with a concentration in ministerial leadership. He graduated with honors and was ordained by Bishop Kurt Burnette into the priesthood on May 25, 2024. Father Tim was a deacon for 13 years, serving parishes in New Jersey and Florida.
Woman charged with leaving puppies in dumpster
BLAKELY, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A Lackawanna County woman has been charged with leaving puppies in a dumpster. According to the Blakely Police Department, a puppy was found in a dumpster at Timber Falls on Tuesday. The caller told police that her brother was throwing garbage away and heard...
Child Pronounced Dead After Being Left in a Hot Car in the Hudson Valley
New York State Police are currently investigating a tragic death in the Hudson Valley. The Monticello Police Department released a statement on Wednesday, July 17th regarding their investigation into the death of a child in Sullivan County after being left in a hot car on one of the hottest days of the year.
Jefferson Twp. man arrested for resisting, counterfeit stickers
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Jefferson Township man was stopped for counterfeit inspection stickers and was arrested for resisting arrest. According to the affidavit, Eric William Smith, 45, of Jefferson Township, was originally pulled over on July 14 on the Scranton Carbondale Highway for what Dickson City police believed were counterfeit inspection and emission […]
Soup for the soul: Throop Soups offers plant-based food options at wellness center
As any business owner knows, some of the best ideas can come from the most unlikely sources. For Lynn Dzielak, the idea of complimenting the services already offered by her Now and Zen Wellness business with healthy, plant-based food options started out as an inside joke. “I took some homemade...
Enter your best Upper Delaware area nature photo in Delaware Highlands contest, Aug. 1-31
The seventh annual nature photo contest for the Upper Delaware area, hosted by the Delaware Highlands Conservancy, is underway. Photographers, both adults and those under 18, are welcome to submit entries online between Aug. 1 and 31. Both professional and amateur photographers are welcome. ...
Another Public Pool with Problems This Time its Monticello, New York
I am a homeowner in the Hudson Valley but I don't have a pool. Honestly, I feel like this is the summer to have a pool. The heat and humidity are making me wish I had invested in a pool just so I could have used it this past month.
NEPA woman faces animal abuse charges for dumping puppies
In Lackawanna County newborn puppies left in garbage bags in dumpsters have led to charges of animal cruelty. Blakely borough police say 40 year old Catherine Yvette Small told them she believed the five Cane Corso puppies that she directed her teenage son to dispose of in Timberfalls Apartments dumpsters had already died, according to a criminal complaint filed by Cpl. Michael Shaheen. In fact, four were still alive. She was charged Tuesday with a felony count of aggravated animal cruelty. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for later this month.
New Play Explores Displacement and Migration Wordlessly
MIGRATIONS is a wordless play with original sound design exploring journeys of displacement and migration. It is drawn from interviews with displaced people and personal stories of the international performance collective Long Story Short. It’s being presented Friday, July 19, at NACL in Highland Lake, NY by Long Story Short...
Joseph C. Wassmer, 65
Joseph C. Wassmer, 65 of Lords Valley, Pa., passed away very unexpectedly in the still early morning hours of July 15, 2024. He was a faithful husband and loving protector of his wife and children. As a loving father, and a simple man he only wanted the love of his close family circle. Though not perfect, he formed the habit of saying “If it’s God’s will” in every situation. His favorite hobby besides spending close family time, was playing guitar/singing and retelling stories of the “good” old days. His staunch devotion to the Rosary, his firm guidance, strong emotional support and sarcastic humor was the actual heartbeat of the Wassmer household.
Embrace Health and Wellness with Tego Tea
Milford, PA: This summer, Tego Tea invites you to experience the health boosting benefits of our carefully curated selection of teas. Available for purchase online and deliverable anywhere in the United States, our teas are designed to support various health needs through a variety of blends that can be enjoyed hot or iced.
Donald G. Quick, 74
Donald (Don) G. Quick of Milford, Pa., passed away suddenly in Milford on Friday, July 12, 2024. Don was born in New York, NY, on June 5, 1950, to the late William and Ethel (Antles) Quick. He attended the University of Maine and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in philosophy with a minor in business administration. He worked for the Boy Scouts of America in New Bedford, Maine, before moving to New York City to serve as facilities manager for First Presbyterian Church in 1974.
Causal IQ Launches ‘ID-less’ Healthcare Audience Solution
Causal IQ, a leading provider of advanced digital advertising solutions, announces the launch of its innovative ‘ID-less’ healthcare audience solution. This novel healthcare advertising solution leverages a strategic partnership with BranchLab, a privacy-focused data science company developing advanced AI software that enables healthcare brands to reach their target consumer and healthcare provider audience. As the preferred partner for managed service campaign activation, Causal IQ will deliver a transformative approach to healthcare marketing.
Discover the Museum at Bethel Woods: A Journey Through Woodstock’s Legacy
Some visit to relive their past journey to Woodstock, while others come to experience it for the first time. At the Museum at Bethel Woods, you can step inside and hear the echo of 450,000 chanting “no rain,” immersing yourself in the stories of those who were actually there. Through artifacts, films, music - and even a hippie bus - you'll be inspired by the most prolific three-day festival in history and the enduring ideals it represents.
Selective Insurance: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
BRANCHVILLE, N.J. (AP) — BRANCHVILLE, N.J. (AP) — Selective Insurance Group Inc. (SIGI) on Thursday reported a loss of $63.3 million in its second quarter. The Branchville, New Jersey-based company said it had a loss of $1.08 per share. Losses, adjusted for investment gains, came to $1.10 per share.
Police: Death of 2-year-old left in hot car in Monticello under investigation
Police: Death of 2-year-old left in hot car in Monticello under investigation. State police say a 2-year-old died in Monticello Tuesday night after the toddler was left in a hot car for what appears to be “well over an hour.”. The tragedy unfolded shortly before 7 p.m. outside Building...
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