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Robert Peters
Robert Peters of North Branch, NY, passed away at home surrounded by his family on July 12, 2024, after a long illness. He was 92. He was born on November 29, 1931, in Fall River, Massachusetts to Claude and Mary Peters. At the age of 9, his family moved to Cooley, Pennsylvania and later to Callicoon. Bob attended DVCS until 1950. He then joined the Navy and served during the Korean War. It was during this time that he met his future wife, Pat. They married in 1954 and eventually settled in North Branch.
Explore Modern Mining with VR Tour at Eckley Miners’ Village
A new virtual-reality tour, debuting at Eckley Miners’ Village on July 20, asks how mining operations continue to shape life in NEPA more than 200 years after anthracite was first discovered in the region. Eckley is an “island” surrounded by heritage mining landscapes, active surface mines, and reclaimed minelands....
Rally for Russ
The community turned out Saturday to support Russell Canevari, who underwent a kidney transplant surgery on July 3. The Rally for Russ was held at VFW Post 5544 in Jessup. Jennifer Jackson, Canevari’s daughter, said everything was donated for the fundraiser, and the Valley View’s girl’s basketball team volunteered to serve the dinners. “Everybody’s pitching in to help raise money for him because he’s always helping everyone else,” Jackson said of her father. She hoped to raise $10,000 from the fundraiser to help her dad on his medical journey.
90th DREAM GAME: Dunmore's Conte looks to have big impact for City all-star team
DUNMORE — Christopher Conte has a personality as big as he is. When he arrived at Media Night for the 90th Scranton Lions Club Dream Game at John Henzes/Veterans Memorial Stadium, he made it a point to introduce himself to everyone, offered a powerful grip for a handshake and had a smile on his face the entire time.
Pike County Mom Carries on Her Veteran Son's Legacy
After Pike County's Stacie Caproni's veteran son committed suicide in 2022, she continues his work to help other veterans in need. A bench in his memory was recently unveiled in Matamoras. News 13's Preston Ehrler has the details.
Temporary detour in place for I-81 in Lackawanna County
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There will be a temporary detour in Dickson City on Thursday at 8 p.m. The detour will take place from Main Avenue to Interstate 81 southbound ramp in Dickson City starting at 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Friday morning. Detour from Main Avenue to Interstate 81 southbound: When encountering a work […]
Rookie Hudson Valley K9 Locates Strangling Suspect on First Day
A four-legged member of the Hudson Valley police force tracked down a potentially dangerous suspect on his first day on the job. Police work isn't easy. That's why officers in the Hudson Valley employ every tool possible to help keep the public safe. Technology like drones and radar are helping to give law enforcement the upper hand, but nothing compares to the talents of a trained K9 when it comes to apprehending a suspect on the run.
Florida Man Had 13 'Explosive Devices' In Truck, Troopers Say
A 46-year-old man from Frostproof, Florida was arrested after state police said they found over a dozen improvised explosive devices in his vehicle. The unnamed man was stopped in Tobyhanna on July 5 and "deemed to be under the influence," according to troopers. Authorities obtained a war…
Gabby Hieber of Wallenpaupack Area named to All-State softball team
HAWLEY — Gabby Hieber has been playing organized softball since the age of five, working hard every day to get better at the game she loves. This spring, Hieber helped lead Wallenpaupack Area to a second place finish in Division I of the Lackawanna League and a deep run at the District 2 Class 5A tournament.
Officials Issue Water Safety Warning after Two Delaware River Drownings in as Many Weeks
The Delaware River is beautiful and serene, attracting visitors and tourists alike, however, the Delaware can also be dangerous and officials are reminding the public to exercise caution and safety after two drownings in as many weeks. “You have to be extra careful because the surface of the river seems calm, but it is not,” City of Port Jervis Police Chief William Worden said. “There is a strong undercurrent and the water can go from shallow to over your head quickly. You always have to be aware and we urge residents to use designated beaches with a lifeguard and wear a life jacket. You can enjoy Delaware, but you have to be responsible.”
Bison & Bourbon Opens Lakeside Restaurant in the Catskills
Upscale Glatt kosher Brooklyn steakhouse, Bison & Bourbon, has just opened a new lakeside restaurant in Bethel, NY in the Catskill Mountains, not far from the Monticello (“country”) region. The restaurant is located on White Lake, a close drive to a number of frum bungalow colonies including Darchei...
Own an Ice Cream Shop in the Hudson Valley’s Smallest Village
An adorable ice cream shop in the tiniest village in the Hudson Valley just went on the market. Is this a sign to change professions?. Have you always dreamed of finally quitting that job and doing something fun with your life? I've always had a fantasy of opening up an ice cream shop. One of my very first jobs was pulling cones at a frozen custard stand and I don't think anything I've ever done since has been half as enjoyable.
Animal Sanctuary Cofounder Collects Bear Fur to Make Teddy Bears
The cofounder of an animal sanctuary based in Otisville, New York, posted a video on Tuesday, July 9, showing her brushing a bear to gather fur to make “teddy bears.” Susan Kowalczik, who founded the Orphaned Wildlife Center in 2015 along with her husband Jim and her friend Kerry, can be seen in the footage brushing the fur of Jenny, who she said is her “most reliable bear.” “It’s the shedding season for the bears, which is the birthplace of the little teddy bears that we auction off at Christmas-time,” Kowalczik said. “It is my job to gather up the fur, clean it, and send it to the spinners. They turn it into yarn, and from there it goes to the knitters and they create the teddy bears.” Later in the footage, Kowalczik shows the amount of fur she collected from brushing Jenny for “about two weeks,” which she said amounted to a pile of fur that was “about four feet long.” The center often shares videos and updates about the animals in its care to its YouTube channel and Facebook page. Credit: Orphaned Wildlife Center via Storyful.
Orange County District Attorney Issues Major Update on Interstate Narcotics Investigation
In February, a significant interstate drug investigation conducted by the Orange County Drug Task Force made headlines. The primary focus of the investigation was the distribution of cocaine in and around the Town of Wallkill. The investigators had meticulously worked for several months before making their move towards the end of February.
Fallsburg men arrested following stabbing incident
SOUTH FALLSBURG – Two Fallsburg men are in the Sullivan County Jail facing charges of assault for allegedly stabbing another man during a large fight at the Gulf gas station in South Fallsburg on July 7. When Fallsburg Police arrived on the scene, they found a man who had...
Where Was This “Once Thriving” Bungalow Located in New York?
A once popular vacation spot in New York is looking pretty rough these days. Bungalow colonies were once a very popular thing in New York. At one time, many people would come from the city and enjoy a summer in the beautiful country side in New York. Like all good things that come to end times starting changing and less and less people started to come into the bungalow colonies.
Enter To Win Tickets To Train & Reo Speedwagon At Bethel Woods
The concerts at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts are rockin' 2024! Train and Reo Speedwagon with Yacht Rock Revue are coming to Bethel, New York on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. This will be another great rock show not to be missed. According to the. Bethel Woods Center for the...
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