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Cowboys Exec: Competition Committee Views 18-Game Season As ‘Probably Inevitable’
After expanding the NFL’s regular season from 16 games to 17 in 2021, it seems to be just a matter of time before they add an 18th game. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell gave the first hint of this at the 2024 NFL Draft when he appeared on the Pat McAfee Show and hinted at continuing to expand the schedule.
Beyond the Byline: To the moon and back
WILKES-BARRE — As we oldtimers get ready to boogie oogie oogie on Saturday, Aug, 3, for the annual Summer Reunion Dance at Irem Temple pavilion with Eddie Day & TNT and Which Doctor, my thoughts turn to Sans Souci Park in 1969. As Frankie Valli sang, “Oh, what a...
See Over 4000 Flowers On This Exclusive Garden Property
HONESDALE, Pa. — Prepare to be inspired take a look at this incredible garden on the 2024 Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Garden Tour! June 20th 9:30am- 4pm. This property boasts 4000 flowers and acres of gardens all privately owned and landscaped. The owners truly love to garden and those who tour will be inspired by the garden's design and beauty. It is truly one of those hobbies which is a labor of love!
Penguins hire second assistant coach for Wilkes-Barre
The Penguins on Saturday rounded out Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's coaching staff with the addition of Nick Luukko as an assistant coach. Luukko joins new head coach Kirk MacDonald behind the bench, along with returning assistant coach Sheldon Brookbank. Brookbank managed the defense and penalty-kill the previous two seasons. The second assistant coaching position became open when Kevin Porter's contract wasn't renewed along with that of previous head coach J.D. Forrest.
Dupont: Tis the season
After writing last week about the hot temperatures and fun of summer, I want to switch gears this week to Christmas … in July, that is. This informal holiday, celebrated each year on July 25, has become more and more prevalent in our popular culture. This time of year,...
RailRiders break out in extras, power past Buffalo in 11 innings
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders topped the Buffalo Bisons 8-3 in 11 innings on Saturday. J.C. Escarra had a four-hit day while driving in the winning run in his RailRiders debut. The bullpen pitched six frames of hitless ball to quiet the Bisons.
Rockin’ the River returns for second week
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The second Rockin’ the River show of the summer included a local supergroup, a tribute to one of the great American bands, and a surprise marriage proposal. Needless to say, it was an eventful Friday evening on the Susquehanna. The...
Wilkes-Barre celebrates award-winning bandshell, set to host Starship in summer concert
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — The city of Wilkes-Barre hosted a press conference Thursday evening to highlight the new permanent bandshell in the public square. The bandshell received a Townie award for it’s impact on the community, and local officials are thrilled. “I’m really happy and proud of...
Man admits hiding camera to secretly record woman
WILKES-BARRE — A man from Wilkes-Barre admitted to hiding a trail camera to secretly record a woman in her bedroom. Ruben Suquilanda, 41, of South Franklin Street, pled guilty to invasion of privacy before Luzerne County Judge Joseph F. Sklarosky Jr. Wilkes-Barre police charged Suquilanda after the woman discovered...
Local lemonade stands raises money for Griffin Pond
DURYEA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A young girl is working hard to raise money for Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. This is Avery’s fifth year having a lemonade stand raising money for animal shelters in the area. On top of just lemonade you can get hot dogs, tie dye shirts, baked goods, popcorn, chips, snacks, and new […]
St. John’s Lutheran Church plans ice cream social, mini concert
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. St. John Lutheran Church, 231 State St., Nanticoke, will present its annual community Mini Concert & Ice Cream Social Friday, July 26 from 6:30 t0 8 p.m. in the church basement. The featured live music group will be the Steve Perillo Band. For info or directions, email [email protected], or phone 570-735-8531. Committee members are shown from left first row: Dale Zmijewski, Carol Sands, and Hunter Yale. Second row: Steve Gulich, Ed Jamison and Julianne Gulich. Back row: Christian Landmesser, Chris Yale, Bill Wolfer, John Wilmington and Blake Hamacher. Bring your family and friends to cool down with ice cream on a hot summer night. All are welcome and admission is free.
Two waive obstruction charges in Carlisle Street ‘house of horrors’
WILKES-BARRE — Two people charged with the brutal torture murder of a Michigan woman whose body was found buried in the basement of a Carlisle Street house waived their rights to preliminary hearings related to assaulting a man in the same basement and obstruction city police last summer. Jason...
Edward W. Hardy, Brandie Sutton, Phillip Bullock, And More To Perform In TEA & SYMPHONY Today
Today, the Pocono Mountain Music Festival will host their annual "Tea & Symphony," a quintessentially elegant afternoon tea at Skytop, featuring a menu of sandwiches, sweet treats, and, of course, scones! The experience will be made unforgettable with a live performance by violinist Dr. Edward W. Hardy, soprano Brandie Inez Sutton, tenor Robert Anthony Mack, baritone Phillip Bullock, and pianist Kyle P. Walker. These classical and opera selections, curated by Janinah Burnett, flawlessly complement this sophisticated afternoon.
PA Inclusive Looking to Put an End to Subminimum Wage
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — In 1999, a U.S. Supreme Court decision changed the lives of people with intellectual disabilities – granting them more rights. In a 6-3 decision by the Rehnquist court, Olmstead v. L.C. determined institutionalizing limits a person’s ability to interact with family and friends, work, and make a life for themselves.
Fundraiser coming up for Helping Hands Society
PA live (WBRE) — The Helping Hands Society is a non-profit organization for special needs and typical children in Luzerne, Carbon, and Schuylkill counties. The Helping Hands Society welcomes all children and never turns its back on those families that cannot afford the developmental therapies they need. Instead, the organization relies on the generosity of the public to assist in helping our community’s children succeed in life, in and out of the classroom.
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