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La Plata County residents react to attempted assassination
In the wake of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump last weekend at a campaign rally in Bethel, Pennsylvania, The Durango Herald asked La Plata County residents: “What was the biggest factor that contributed to Trump’s assassination attempt, and how should the country move forward?”. Residents...
Berks woman learned she was a lottery scam victim in call from Montgomery detective investigating the accused
Bern Township police have charged a New Jersey man with perpetrating a lottery scam that cost a 68-year-old township woman nearly $1,000. The victim was tricked by Eugene C. Luke, 63, into sending a cashier’s check for $950 to his home in Wayne, N.J., in mid-December, investigators said. She thought she was prepaying taxes on a purported $450,000 lottery prize after receiving a phone call from Luke informing her that she had won the lottery, investigators said.
All-Star Games need interest boost; Here are some suggestions...
When I was a teenager, my grandmother and aunt led an annual trip to Knoebels amusement park in Elysburg at about this time of year. It was the highlight of every summer as far as I was concerned. My friends and I pretty much had the run of the place. If we wanted to ride the Phoenix, brave the speed and bumps that giant wooden roller coaster had to offer 20 times, nobody would stop us. We could eat as many funnel cakes as the $20 mom packed in our pockets would allow. Those days, I never wanted to see end.
Christine Carol Good Shenk
Christine Carol Good Shenk passed away on July 11, 2024, surrounded by family in her home. She was born 62 years ago to Edna Mae Mast and James Allen Good, and spent most of her life near Fleetwood, PA. In recent years she enjoyed living near friends and family in Lancaster, PA. She also deeply loved spending time by the water at the Chesapeake Bay.
2024 All-Area Softball team of the year: Northwestern Lehigh’s Tigers got the Colonial League gold and reached 4A’s final four
Northwestern Lehigh sports teams wear the school’s colors of gold and black, but the Tigers’ softball team had a lot of silver added to its attire in 2022 and 2023 when the team finished second in both the Colonial League and District 11 4A tournaments. The Tigers used...
Weissport gets updates on levee, Forge St. projects
Mike Muffley of Hanover Engineering gave updates Monday night on several projects in Weissport borough. The Army Corp of Engineering Levee Project continues to move ahead with the levee project. “The Army Corps of Engineers is running a project with the Borough of Weissport as the sponsor, and they will...
Tri-Town loses to Blue Mountain; will play if game on Thursday
BERWICK — After multiple strong showings on the way to the Section 3 championship, the Tri-Town majors endured their first hiccup on Thursday, falling to Blue Mountain by run rule, 11-1, in four innings. Blue Mountain saw considerable success on both sides of the field, accumulating 11 hits through...
Felonies withdrawn against woman relating to her infant's death
SHAMOKIN — Felony offenses filed against a Shamokin woman relating to the Feb. 29 death of her 3-month-old son were withdrawn by the Northumberland County District Attorney’s Office on Tuesday. Charges of endangering the welfare of children and possessing with intent to deliver methamphetamine filed by Shamokin Patrolman...
Kutztown, Reading open play Saturday in Region 2 American Legion baseball playoffs
Kutztown, the Berks County American Legion baseball champion, will play North Parkland in the opening round of the Region 2 Legion playoffs after the field was set Tuesday night. Kutztown, which beat Reading 1-0 for the Berks title, will play Lehigh Valley League winner North Parkland at 11 a.m. Saturday...
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Schuylkill Haven’s Niko Castillo
Coach says, “Sky’s the limit for Niko. Looking for him to have a breakout 2024 season.”. What is something you look to improve on this upcoming season?. Not getting down on myself so much when something goes wrong. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve gained from a...
Motorcyclist killed in wrong-way crash with SUV in Lebanon County
A 39-year-old motorcyclist died Sunday after driving the wrong way down a Lebanon street and crashing into an SUV, police said. Alfredo Pizarro-Franco was driving against traffic on Hanover Street and had just gone through the Mifflin Street intersection without stopping when the crash happened around 8:30 p.m., according to police.
Nesquehoning sending out lead survey
Nesquehoning residents will soon be receiving a survey to help the borough water authority identify the types of water service lines currently running to each residence. On Wednesday, the borough authority announced that all property owners will receive a lead and copper survey as part of a state mandate. “The...
Alvernia’s Gaston earns All-MAC honors
Cera Gaston, of Lehighton, is one of 13 Alvernia University student-athletes on the respective 2024 Spring Academic All-MAC Teams, as announced by Middle Atlantic Conference Executive Director Megan Morrison recently. Alvernia’s 13 student-athletes on the Spring Academic All-MAC team is the most in a single season for Alvernia since the...
On This Date: (July 18, 2003)
July 18, 2003 — Tamaqua senior Kyle Spotts is named the Times News Baseball Player of the Year. Spotts, who helped his team win a district title and advance to the state championship game, posted an 8-1 record with a 1.73 ERA, striking out 79 batters in 73 innings. Opposing hitters batted just .220 against him. At the plate, Spotts delivered a .388 batting average with five homers, 22 RBIs and 26 runs scored. Included in his pitching numbers was a no-hitter against Tri-Valley and a shutout against Palmyra in the state quarterfinals.
90th St. Joseph festival kicks off Friday
A summer staple in the Summit Hill community will be held this weekend. St. Joseph Parish of the Panther Valley’s 90th annual Summer Festival will be held on the church grounds on West Ludlow Street Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The annual festival kicks off at 5 p.m. each night.
Railroad crossing project to begin next week in Snydertown
SNYDERTOWN — Motorists who travel Market Street (Route 4005) in Snydertown Borough are advised that a railroad crossing project begins next week. Beginning Sunday, Market Street will be closed between Camp and Furman roads, while the contractor, CTW, installs a custom tub-style rail/highway crossing across the road.
Community yard sale to complement Music in the Park concert series
SHAMOKIN — To complement the Music in the Park concert series, the public is invited to participate in a community yard sale 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at Claude Kehler Community Park. According to organizer Dave Spotts, people looking to sell their wares and treasures can...
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